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FOUNDATION
ADAPTED PROGRAMS
Find your
main image
happy place
- Nancy Cooperberg
SOCIAL SERVICES
SPRING / SUMMER 2019
VOLUNTEER
Hear it from our members!
Inside:
CUMMINGS ATTRACTIONS
Aaron Rand, Rita Briansky, Mimouna
and more
JOURNEY WITH US
PROGRAMS
Lanaudière, Hudson Playhouse,
Orford Express
ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK
Volunteer Party, Choir, Music
Appreciation: The Beatles and more!
Membership joining special – details inside
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG
GREETINGS FROM YOUR PRESIDENT AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Warmer days are ahead at the Cummings Centre!
Longer days signaling the arrival of spring find us peeling back the heavy
layers of winter and slowly letting the sunshine in! We are pleased to present
our Spring Guide featuring a golden line-up sure to get you motivated and
back to the things you love or try something new.
Join the debate in a Global Affairs class, pick up a paintbrush or craft your
vision. Discover more about your favourite music and artists through our
music appreciation classes and walk off the winter blues in one of our dance
classes. Attend one of our Blockbuster events or enjoy our many trips and
excursions and discover all that Montreal has to offer – there is so much
to learn, create and explore while staying connected with others at the
Cummings Centre.
We continue to move forward with the Centre’s Strategic Plan, forging
partnerships with community organizations across the island of Montreal,
affording members increased value and access to exciting programs at the
Westbury campus and closer by in your neighbourhoods. With the help of
our community partners, becoming a member at Cummings has its privileges
with free and discounted pricing at a growing number of locations and
attractions across the city.
We welcome our returning members back and look forward to meeting those
new to the Centre. Take a few minutes to study the Guide and see which
programs, activities and services work best for you. We know you will find
something to match your unique tastes and interests!
Roslyn Wiener Pauline Grunberg, M.Ed
President of the Board of Directors Executive Director
PROGRAMS SOCIAL SERVICES VOLUNTEER
Learn, experience, share. Enhance your independence. Connect and get involved.
Staying active both mentally We are here if you need us. Helping others feels so good.
and physically propels our The Social Services Department is As a volunteer-based
members to their personal best. comprised of an integrated team of organization, we rely on the
Innovative programming allows professionals committed to enhancing time and energy of our
participants to continually learn the quality of life of older adults and dedicated corps of volunteers
and evolve. Join and find their families. Individualized services to fulfill our commitment to our
out how! are provided to help maintain members. Come and share your
independence. Specialized services expertise with us.
to Holocaust Survivors are offered
through the Claims Conference.
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MEMBERSHIP MAIN CAMPUS & OFF-SITE LOCATIONS
Membership has its privileges.
Join and gain access to 300+ Cummings Centre Main Campus
courses, programs, services,
5700 Westbury Ave.,
enriching volunteer opportunities
Montreal, Quebec H3W 3E8
and more.
Tel.: 514.342.1234
For member benefits, visit: Fax: 514.739.6899
cummingscentre.org/benefits cummingscentre.org
information@cummingscentre.org
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Cummings West
96 Roger Pilon St.,
Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec H9B 2E1
MISSION Tel.: 514.734.1748
To empower and enhance the quality of life of adults age 50 and cummingscentre.org/west-island
over by providing dynamic and innovative programs, social services, michelle.lander@cummingscentre.org
and volunteer opportunities in a vibrant, respectful, inclusive and —
compassionate environment. Building on its Jewish heritage, Cummings
Cummings Westmount
embraces people from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
c/o Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom,
395 Elm Ave.,
VALUES Westmount, Quebec H3Z 1A5
Respect and Dignity Tel.: 514.734.1748
Diversity and Inclusivity cummingscentre.org/westmount
Empowerment michelle.lander@cummingscentre.org
Excellence —
Compassion Cummings Chomedey
c/o Congregation Shaar Shalom,
CODE OF CONDUCT 4880 Notre-Dame Blvd.,
Laval, Quebec H7W 1V5
We pride ourselves on ensuring that the Centre provides a professional Tel.: 514.734.1788
and welcoming experience for everyone who comes through our doors.
cummingscentre.org/chomedey
Participation in the Centre’s programs is subject to the observance
of the Centre’s rules and procedures. luni.bendayan@cummingscentre.org
—
For the full Code of Conduct visit cummingscentre.org/mission
Cummings Saint-Laurent
Tel.: 514.734.1785
cummingscentre.org/saint-laurent
ADAPTED PROGRAMS CJCS FOUNDATION rachel.feldman@cummingscentre.org
—
Achieve strength and well-being. The power of inspired giving. Cummings Florida
Tel.: 514.734.1748
Everyone needs a helping hand The CJCS Foundation raises funds cummingscentre.org/florida
now and then. Innovative art, to enrich and safeguard the quality of michelle.lander@cummingscentre.org
fitness and social programs life for the growing senior population —
reintegrate individuals recovering served by the Cummings Centre. Your
from surgery, with mobility Cummings Côte Saint-Luc
donations help provide an affordable c/o Aquatic and Community Centre
problems and movement safety net of services and programs
disorders including Parkinson’s 5700 Mackle Road, Côte Saint-Luc
that nurture the body and spirit in a
disease, post-stroke, MS Tel.: 514.734.1823
and others. warm and welcoming environment.
cummingscentre.org/cote-saint-luc
patricia.kehler@cummingscentre.org
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GENERAL DIRECTORY CONTACT
Cummings Centre Main Campus
Roslyn Wiener 514.342.1234
5700 Westbury Ave.,
President
Montreal, Quebec
president@cummingscentre.org
H3W 3E8 Wellness Centre
Tel.: 514.342.1234 —
Fax: 514.739.6899 Our many fitness classes and Pauline Grunberg, MEd 514.343.3501
cummingscentre.org Workout Studio emphasize Executive Director
information@cummingscentre.org fitness that is functional, fun and pauline.grunberg@cummingscentre.org
Mon – Thurs 9 am – 5 pm related to everyday movement.
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Fri 9 am – 3 pm Tel.: 514.734.1840 Lynn Gordon, BSW 514.734.1791
— wellness@cummingscentre.org Director, Volunteer Services
CJCS Foundation Mon – Thurs 8 am – 4 pm lynn.gordon@cummingscentre.org
Tel.: 514.734.1825 Fri 8 am – 12 pm —
Fax: 514.343.3527
Rebecca Levy, MSW 514.734.1741
foundation@cummingscentre.org
Boutique Director, Social Services
You can donate on-line at
Convenient one-stop shopping. rebecca.levy@cummingscentre.org
cummingscentre.org/donate
or call 514.734.1825 Mon – Thurs 9:30 am – 4 pm —
— Fri 9:30 am – 12 pm Kim Morand Zafrani, CRHA 514.345.6496
Tel.: 514.734.1770 Director, Human Resources
Bloom Family Tech Lounge boutique@cummingscentre.org kim.morand-zafrani@cummingscentre.org
Learn and stay connected. Use the
computers, laptops and software. — —
Techies on hand to help you. Blood Pressure Clinic Alissa Weinstein, CPA, CA 514.734.1787
INFORMATION
Tel.: 514.734.1771 Tel.: 514.734.1840 Director, Finance
Mon – Thurs 9 am – 3 pm Tues 10:30 am – 12 pm alissa.weinstein@cummingscentre.org
— — —
Café Shalom Drop-in Program for Guila Abecassis, BA 514.734.1740
Tel.: 514.734.1810 Older Adults Manager, Facilities
Mon – Thurs 8:30 am – 3 pm 7500 Mackle Road, Côte St. Luc guila.abecassis@cummingscentre.org
Fri 8:30 am – 2 pm Tel.: 514.734.1763
—
— erica.botner@cummingscentre.org
Janice Besner, BA 514.734.1752
Le Café Manager, Communications
Free kosher meals served to those & Membership
in need. janice.besner@cummingscentre.org
Tues & Thurs 5 – 6:30 pm —
Nancy Master, BA 514.734.1759
Manager, Claims Conference
nancy.master@cummingscentre.org
—
Membership Inquiries CJCS Foundation
information@cummingscentre.org Philip Abbey Stefani Novick 514.734.1819
— President, CJCS Foundation Manager, Program Services
Registration Tel.: 514.342.1234 stefani.novick@cummingscentre.org
registration@cummingscentre.org foundationpres@cummingscentre.org —
5700 Westbury Avenue — Michael Beigleman, MBA 514.734.1749
Montreal, Quebec H3W 3E8 Supervisor, Communications
Tel.: 514.343.3510 Cathy Simons, MSW
Executive Director, CJCS Foundation michael.beigleman@cummingscentre.org
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Donations Tel.: 514.734.1777 —
5700 Westbury Avenue cathy.simons@cummingscentre.org Ombudsman 514.343.3504
Montreal, Quebec H3W 3E8 Voice your compliments,
Tel.: 514.734.1825 complaints and concerns.
foundation@cummingscentre.org ombudsman@cummingscentre.org
34 CUMMINGS CENTRE GENERAL DIRECTORY
MEMBERSHIP &
What is the registration policy?
All participants are required to
register for programs in advance.
REGISTRATION: FAQ
Should you decide to join a course
on the day it begins, please call
ahead to confirm that the course is
running and there is space available.
When does Spring / Summer Select programs are transferable.
registration begin? These are one time-only events
Membership: Ongoing such as a special event, day trip,
All courses/programs: lecture or concert. All holders
Monday March 18 of such a ticket must identify
themselves in advance to staff
How can I register? (or at least two days for day trips)
1- Register online at in order to attend the function. ONLINE REGISTRATION
2- C
cummingscentre.org/register
all Registration 514.343.3510
What is the refund
and credit note policy?
AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
3- R egister in person: YOUR ONE-STOP-RESOURCE
1. One time events and one time
5700 Westbury Avenue, workshops: No refunds or credit Log onto cummingscentre.org
Montreal, Quebec H3W 3E8 notes apply* from your desktop, tablet or
2. Courses with two sessions or less: smartphone and enjoy easy
What are the registration hours? online registration 24/7.
No refunds or credit notes apply*
Monday to Thursday
9 am – 4 pm and 3. Class extensions: No refunds or Benefit from additional features
Friday 9 am – 12:30 pm credit notes apply* such as an improved search
4. Courses with three sessions or for courses and events, new
Do I have to become a member? more: No refunds or credit notes will program offerings, access to
The Cummings Centre is a be given within 5 days prior to the Cummings Centre news, photos,
membership-based organization. start date of the session* stories and more.
INFORMATION
All course registration requires an • Should a participant withdraw cummingscentre.org
updated 2019 membership. more than 5 business days prior to
the start date, one of the following
Can I bring or register as a guest? will apply:
Non-members can register as a a) Credit Notes: A full credit note When are the holiday closures?
guest for designated events at the will be applied to be used against Erev Passover / Good Friday
non-member rate. a future course or program at the Friday April 19
Cummings Centre; or
What are the membership fees? b) Refunds: A $10 administrative Passover
An annual membership fee of $45 fee will be withheld. Refunds will Thursday April 25 (close at 2 pm)
gives you access to the main campus automatically be applied against the Friday April 26
and all off-site locations. A $25 credit card purchase. Victoria Day
membership gives you access to one Only when cash, cheque, or debit Monday, May 20
of the following off-campus sites: cards have been used, will a refund
Florida, West Island, Westmount, be issued by form of cheque. Shavuot
Côte Saint-Luc, Saint-Laurent or Monday, June 10
*Should these sessions be cancelled
Chomedey. You can pay by cheque, by the Cummings Centre, a full refund Fête nationale
cash, Visa, Mastercard or debit card will be given. Monday, June 24
at our Westbury location.
Is there parking? Canada Day
The Cummings Centre offers limited Monday, July 1
indoor parking at a cost of $5,
SPECIAL OFFER available on a first-come first-served
Join until August 2020 basis, Monday to Thursday 8 am –
and save up to $25 off your 3:30 pm and Friday 8 am – 2 pm.
membership. Buy a spring/ Is financial aid offered?
summer 2019 & annual 2020 The Cummings Centre will not turn
membership for $65 (Main- anyone away because of an inability
Campus), $35 (Off-Campus). to pay. For more information call
514.734.1753.
The Cummings Centre reserves the right to make changes to any information contained in this publication. © 2019 ISSN 1488-9536 Volume 20, Issue 3
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 54
SEASON’S HIGHLIGHTS
Cummings attractions! This spring we’re celebrating some of
Montreal’s finest- from news personality Aaron Rand and artist
extraordinaire Rita Briansky to Irene Angelico producer, director and
Denise Bombardier journalist and media personality. Along with a
series of exciting excursions about town and throughout Quebec.
Join us for an action-packed season!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
01. WELCOME 30. ADAPTED PROGRAMS
03. DIRECTORY 34. VOLUNTEER
04. MEMBERSHIP & REGISTRATION 36. SOCIAL ACTION
06. FINE ARTS 37. FOUNDATION
10. CRAFTS 39. SOCIAL SERVICES
11. CONTINUING EDUCATION
FRENCH GUIDE (SEE REVERSE)
11. COMPUTERS & DIGITAL MEDIA
11. LANGUAGES OFF-CAMPUS (INSERT)
12. VIRTUAL LEARNING 02. WEST ISLAND
13. GLOBAL AFFAIRS 05. CÔTE SAINT-LUC
14. SPECIAL EVENTS & LECTURES 06. WESTMOUNT - IN THE CITY
17. ARTS & CULTURE 07. CHOMEDEY
17. MUSIC APPRECIATION 08. DROP-IN PROGRAM
18. BOOKS & WRITING
19. PERFORMING ARTS & MUSIC
20. SOCIAL & LEISURE
20. BRIDGE & SOCIAL GAMES
21. SOCIAL GROUPS & CLUBS
22. TRAVEL - DAY TRIPS
24. WELLNESS
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process-it’s a
meditation
– Lucie Archambault
PROGRAM | IFINEARTS
FINE 312 / FINE 312-01 / FINE 412 / FINE 412-01 FINE 359 / FINE 359-01 / FINE 459 / FINE 459-01
FINE ARTS CLASSES ACRYLIC PAINTING – ACRYLIC PAINTING –
& PROGRAMS EXPLORATIONS ABSTRACT
CONTACT Expand your skill set by learning Experiment with non-traditional
PATRICIA KEHLER how to use acrylic mediums, methods and materials to spark
514.734.1823 textures and gels while studying creative self-expression.
the work of artists past Wednesday May 1 to June 19
and present. 1 – 4 pm • 8 sessions • $145
FINE 342 / FINE 342-01 / FINE 442 Tuesday April 30 to June 18 Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
ACRYLIC PAINTING – BASICS 1 – 4 pm • 8 sessions • $145
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
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Learn the fundamentals of painting Thursday May 2 to June 20
—
with acrylics. Colour mixing, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm • 8 sessions • $145
Friday May 3 to June 21 Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
blending, brushes, painting
9:30 am – 12:30 pm • 8 sessions • $145
surfaces as well as composition and —
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
design will be covered. Wednesday July 10 to August 28
—
Monday April 29 to June 17 1 – 4 pm • 8 sessions • $145
9:30 am – 12:30 pm • 6 sessions • $110 Tuesday July 9 to August 27
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
Johanne Molaison, BFA 1 – 4 pm • 8 sessions • $145
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA —
—
— Thursday July 11 to August 29
Monday July 8 to August 12
9:30 am – 12:30 pm • 8 sessions • $145
9:30 am – 12:30 pm • 6 sessions • $110 Friday July 12 to August 30
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
Johanne Molaison, BFA 9:30 am – 12:30 pm • 8 sessions • $145
— Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
Thursday July 25 to August 29
6 – 9 pm • 6 sessions • $110
Noa Neeman, BFA Materials not included except where indicated.
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 6
FINE 331 / FINE 431
FINE ARTS CLASSES DRY PASTEL – INTERMEDIATE
& PROGRAMS & ADVANCED
Achieve various effects with dry
CONTACT pastel while drawing creative
PATRICIA KEHLER inspiration from diverse
514.734.1823
subject matter.
Monday April 29 to June 17
FINE 369 1 – 4 pm • 6 sessions • $110
Margaret Mankin, BFA
DRAWING – BASICS —
Acquire essential drawing CSL 302 CÔTE
Monday July 8 to August 12
techniques with traditional drawing
media. Improve your observational
1 – 4 pm • 6 sessions • $110
Margaret Mankin, BFA
LANDSCAPE SAINT-
LUC
skills. Learn about proportion, line, A soulful and imaginative approach
shape, value and form. to painting landscapes. Experiment
FINE 327 / FINE 327-01 / FINE 427 with colour and texture.
Thursday May 9 to June 13
A spectrum of styles and
6 – 9 pm • 6 sessions • $110
Noa Neeman, BFA
DRY PASTEL – ALL LEVELS techniques will be explored from
Create vibrant paintings in soft abstract to figurative.
pastel. Cultivate ideas, build skills, Tuesday April 2 to June 4
FINE 307 / FINE 407 explore techniques and nurture 6 – 8:30 pm • 10 sessions • $200
artistic passion.
DRAWING THE PORTRAIT – Thursday May 2 to June 27
Noa Neeman, BFA
INTRO
PROGRAM | FINE ARTS
1 – 4 pm • 9 sessions • $165 FINE 353
Learn the basic proportions and Harvey Segal
construction of the face and head. — PAINTING – INTERMEDIATE &
Begin to develop an understanding
of how to depict facial features.
Thursday May 2 to June 27 ADVANCED
4:30 – 7:30 pm • 9 sessions • $165 Discover and express your unique
Monday April 29 to June 17 Harvey Segal artistic vision under the guidance of
10 am – 12 pm • 6 sessions • $75 — the instructor.
Donna Shvil, BFA
Thursday July 4 to August 29 Tuesday May 7 to July 23
— 1 – 4 pm • 9 sessions • $165 9 am – 12 pm • 12 sessions • $215
Monday July 8 to August 12 Harvey Segal Rita Briansky
10 am – 12 pm • 6 sessions • $75
Donna Shvil, BFA
CSL 301 / CSL 401 FINE 370 / FINE 470
FINE 301 / FINE 401 INTERGENERATIONAL CÔTE
SAINT-
STUDIO PRACTICE –
DRAWING THE PORTRAIT – PAINT NIGHT LUC ADVANCED
A fun night of painting where you Explore a variety of painting
INTERMEDIATE will be guided step-by-step as you techniques and methods of
Learn proportions and construction create a personalized piece of art. application including alla prima,
of the face and head with an Be amazed by your own creativity underpainting and colour studies.
introduction to drawing the figure. and take home a fabulous painting. Tuesday May 7 to June 25
Develop a better understanding of No experience necessary. 5 – 8 pm • 8 sessions • $145
individual facial features, likeness Wednesday April 3 Donna Shvil, BFA
and proportion of the figure. 7 – 9 pm • 1 session • $45 per person —
Monday April 29 to June 17 $60 for intergenerational pair
Noa Neeman, BFA Tuesday July 2 to August 20
1 – 4 pm • 6 sessions • $110
5 – 8 pm • 8 sessions • $145
Donna Shvil, BFA — Donna Shvil, BFA
— Wednesday June 5
Monday July 8 to August 12 7 – 9 pm • 1 session • $45 per person
1 – 4 pm • 6 sessions • $110 $60 for intergenerational pair
Donna Shvil, BFA Noa Neeman, BFA Materials not included except where indicated.
7 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — FINE ARTS
FINE ARTS CLASSES DIGITAL PAINT YOUR VISION
& PROGRAMS PHOTOGRAPHY / ART
CONTACT
PATRICIA KEHLER FINE 3007-05 NEW!
514.734.1 823
DIGITAL CAMERA – BASICS
FINE 398 / FINE 498
AND BEYOND
Take your digital photography
SCULPTURE – CLAY skills to a new level under the
expert guidance of dynamic
Create expressive sculptures using
photographer and instructor, Marko
hand-building techniques. Fee
Kulik. Some of the topics covered
includes basic glazes and firing.
include: understanding your digital
Clay available for purchase in class.
camera, effective composition,
Thursday May 2 to June 20 basic exposure, black and white
9 am – 12 pm • 8 sessions • $140 photography and more.
Olga Maksimova LEARN WHAT YOU’VE ALWAYS
Bring your DSLR camera (or camera with WANTED TO
— aperture priority & manual mode) and the
camera’s manual I have always had a passion for
Thursday June 27 to July 25 colour and design expressing my
9 am – 12 pm • 5 sessions • $90 Thursday, May 9 to June 13
creative side through my work in
Olga Maksimova 1 - 4 pm • 6 sessions • $200
the garment business for over 30
Marko Kulik
years. Upon retirement, it was
FINE 303 / FINE 304 / FINE 403 / FINE 404 my time to explore the world of
FINE 3023 NEW! fine art through painting. Painting
SCULPTURE - STONE is something I sensed I had to
Create a design in stone in three STREET PHOTOGRAPHY: do as soon as time allowed as I
dimensions while developing “EVERY PICTURE TELLS grew up watching my mother, an
accomplished oil painter, produce
techniques and sculpting skills.
A mask worn over the mouth and
A STORY” beautiful works.
nose is compulsory when stone Inspired by the works of street Joining Cummings Centre has given
carving. Power tools are photographers Vivian Maier, Henri me the opportunity to take courses
not permitted. Cartier Bresson and others, you will in acrylic painting, where under the
produce an exciting project based dedicated tutelage of instructor
Monday April 15 to June 17 on your own impression of the
12:30 – 3:30 pm • 8 sessions • $155 Newsha Hamidi, I can explore a
city under the guidance of photo- variety of mediums from abstract
Anne-Ingrid Helik documentarian, Giuseppe Pascale. to landscapes incorporating diverse
— Friday May 31 to June 21 materials and techniques. I also
Tuesday April 23 to June 11 1 – 3 pm • 4 sessions • $100 show my work in the Fine Arts
12:30 – 3:30 pm • 8 sessions • $155 Giuseppe Pascale Exhibition and sale.
Anne-Ingrid Helik My wife was already volunteering
— FINE 306 NEW! at the Centre so our time at
Monday July 8 to August 26 Cummings has truly become a
12:30 – 3:30 pm • 8 sessions • $155 DIGITAL PAINTING family affair. I am content, relaxed
Anne-Ingrid Helik Learn this exciting new technique and in my element at the Centre.
— where a stylus becomes your digital I tell everyone that if there is
paintbrush and a computer your anything you want to do or learn, it
Tuesday July 2 to August 20 is all there for you at Cummings.
digital canvas.
12:30 – 3:30 pm • 8 sessions • $155
Anne-Ingrid Helik Thursday June 6 to 27 - Ivan Gurevitch
1 – 4 pm • 4 sessions • $80
Cristina Komaroff, BFA
Materials not included except where indicated.
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 8
CRA 305 NEW!
FINE ARTS CLASSES MIXED MEDIA WORKSHOP:
& PROGRAMS COLLAGES WITH PHOTOS
CONTACT MIXED MEDIA/STREET ART
PATRICIA KEHLER Focusing on ‘The Family Portrait,’
514.734.1823 students will assemble a beautiful
and unique tale-telling work of art.
Explore photo transfers, gold leaf
FINE 396 / FINE 496 application, collage, decoupage,
techniques with gels, acrylic
STAINED GLASS – INTRO mediums and much more.
Learn how to cut glass and create Wednesday June 5 to 26 CSL 303 / CSL 403 NEW!
CÔTE
small projects. Kit fee $60.
Wednesday May 1 to June 19
9 am – 12 pm • 4 sessions • $75
Janie Reisler
ADVANCED PAINTING, SAINT-
LUC
9 am – 12 pm • 8 sessions • $145 ACRYLICS
Nora Golic Explore historical and modern
FINE 326 / FINE 426
— techniques as well as subject
Wednesday July 3 to August 21 FLOWER CARD WORKSHOP matter to support a personal vision.
9 am – 12 pm • 8 sessions • $145 Design and create greeting cards Thursday May 2 to June 20
Nora Golic using dried flowers. Materials 1 – 4 pm • 8 sessions • $160
included. Suzy Levy, BFA
FINE 322 / FINE 422 Thursday May 2 to June 27 —
1 – 3 pm • 9 sessions • $45 Thursday July 11 to August 15
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP
PROGRAM | FINE ARTS
Joan Barriere 1 – 4 pm • 6 sessions • $120
Develop your personal projects — Suzy Levy, BFA
under the guidance of Thursday July 4 to August 29
the instructor.
1 – 3 pm • 9 sessions • $45
Wednesday May 1 to June 19 Joan Barriere
12:30 – 3:30 pm • 8 sessions • $145
Nora Golic
—
Wednesday July 3 to August 21
12:30 – 3:30 pm • 8 sessions • $145
Nora Golic
FINE ARTS
EXHIBITION & SALE
FINE 363 / FINE 463 ART ECLECTIC – 2019!
WATERCOLOUR MAGIC By the students of the Fine Arts
Express yourself by manipulating Department
and combining watercolour Vernissage:
with other materials for Monday April 15
captivating results. 4:30 – 6:30 pm
Tuesday May 7 to June 25 Exhibition / Sale:
1 – 4 pm • 8 sessions • $145 Tuesday April 16
Marilyn Green, BFA 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
— Wednesday April 17
Tuesday July 2 to August 20 9:30 am – 1 pm
1 – 4 pm • 8 sessions • $145 Outstanding student art works,
Marilyn Green, BFA including framed paintings,
drawings, sculpture, greeting
cards and more will be on display
and available for purchase.
9 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — FINE ARTSCRA 301 NEW!
CRAFT CENTRE EXPLORING HANDMADE
COURSES BOOK TECHNIQUES
Making books is easier than you
CONTACT think. A piece of paper, scissors,
MICHAL KATZ some glue, a needle and thread
514.734.1789 and you have the basic equipment
to make a variety of beautiful and
creative books. You will learn to
CRA 3060 make concertina books, altered
BUILDING BOWLS IN WOOD books, origami books, Japanese
stab binding books and more!
Build segmented bowls in designs CRA 378 / CRA 378-01
Bilingual.
inspired by your imagination.
Materials included. Wednesday May 1 to 29 TOLE PAINTING
9 am – 12 pm • 5 sessions • $90 Take a step-by-step approach to
Thursday June 6 to July 4 Claude Aimée Villeneuve, BFA
9 – 11:30 am • 5 sessions • $75 tole painting. Learn basic brush
Hershey Fitleberg, BA strokes and tole techniques.
CRA 320 / CRA 320-01 Decorate an object made of wood,
metal, clay or canvas. Wooden
CRA 3031/ CRA 3031- 01 JEWELLERY CREATIONS pieces available for purchase or
CROCHET – BEGINNER Create trendy jewellery with
your own bead collection either
bring your own. Basic painting
materials included.
Learn the art of crochet. Choose a
purchased or handmade. Materials Tuesday May 7 to 28
project such as table runner, scarf
not included. Bilingual. 2 - 4:30 pm • 4 sessions • $75
or kippah. Materials not included.
PROGRAM | CRAFTS
Thursday May 2 to 30 Cindy Kanis
Thursday May 2 to 23 10 am – 12 pm • 5 sessions • $60 —
1 – 3 pm • 4 sessions • $50 Gaby Orbach, BA Tuesday June 4 to 25
Tatiana Müeller —
— 2 - 4:30 pm • 4 sessions • $75
Thursday June 6 to 27 Cindy Kanis
Thursday May 30 to June 20 10 am – 12 pm • 4 sessions • $50
1 – 3 pm • 4 sessions • $50 Gaby Orbach, BA
Tatiana Müeller CRA 3065
CRA 308-34 WOODSHOP APPRENTICE
CRA 3045
POLYMER CLAY – MILLEFIORI PROGRAM
CROCHET – INTER. / ADV. Explore the endless possibilities of
Learn to build a wooden project
Continue to expand your crochet using hand tools and some
patterns using the Italian Millefiori machines. Students will be
techniques. Materials not included.
technique. Bilingual. evaluated before registering.
Monday May 6 to June 17
Thursday May 2 to 30 Thursday May 2 to 30
1 - 3 pm • 5 sessions • $62
1 – 4 pm • 5 sessions • $85 9 – 11:30 am • 5 sessions • $75
Tatiana Müeller
Gaby Orbach, BA Hershey Fitleberg, BA
CRA 303 NEW!
CRA 308- 35
GREETING CARDS – POLYMER CLAY – TURQUOISE
ONE-DAY WORKSHOP Using imitative turquoise technique,
Using stamps, watercolor paints, achieve a real Southwestern–style
embossing powders, etc., create look for jewellery. Bilingual.
your own cards for all occasions. Thursday June 6 to 27
Bilingual. 1 – 4 pm • 4 sessions • $70
Thursday July 4 Gaby Orbach, BA
10:30 am – 2:30 pm • 1 session • $30
Gaby Orbach, BA
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COMPUTERS & iPHONE TIPS AND TRICKS
DIGITAL MEDIA iPhones are great at doing basic
functions but they can do much
CONTACT more to automate our lives and
LUNI BENDAYAN make tasks easier. Learn some
514.734.1788 essential tips and tricks to get you
started. Bring your iPhone.
Thursday May 16 to June 13
(No class May 23)
10 am – 12 pm • 4 sessions • $75
Nina and Harry Hart Carol Shattner
Computer Learning Centre
COMP 307 NEW! COMP 308 NEW! BLOOM FAMILY
GETTING AROUND WITH MANAGING YOUR PHOTOS ON TECH LOUNGE
YOUR iPHONE / IPAD iPHONE / iPAD STAY CONNECTED
Learn how to use Apple Maps, Learn how to create albums, Learn and stay connected.
PROGRAM | COMPUTERS & DIGITAL MEDIA & LANGUAGES
Google Maps and Waze. share photos and albums and edit Use the computers, laptops
Wednesday May 8 pictures. and software. Techies on hand
10 am – 12 pm • 1 session • $18 Wednesday May 22 to help you. Tel.: 514.734.1771
Guy Vezina 10 am – 12 pm • 1 session • $18 Mon – Thurs • 9 am – 3 pm
Guy Vezina Temporarily relocated
LAN 302
LANGUAGES HEBREW – BEGINNER
CONTACT Learn the Aleph-Bet, basic
LUNI BENDAYAN vocabulary, sentences and how
514.734.1788 to read.
Wednesday May 1 to June 19
9:30 – 11 am • 8 sessions • $80
Bracha Kaufman
LAN 310 LAN 303
FRENCH – ADVANCED HEBREW – ADVANCED
BEGINNER BEGINNER
Continue to expand your Continue to expand your
knowledge in our dynamic knowledge in our dynamic
and interactive classes. and interactive classes.
Monday April 29 to June 17 Monday April 29 to June 17
9:30 – 11 am • 6 sessions • $60 11:10 am – 12:40 pm • 6 sessions • $60
Ho Diep Therien, MA Bracha Kaufman
LAN 314 LAN 304
FRENCH – INTERMEDIATE HEBREW – INTERMEDIATE
Reinforce your knowledge in our Enhance your knowledge in our
dynamic and interactive classes. dynamic and interactive classes.
Tuesday April 30 to June 18 Monday April 29 to June 17
9:30 – 11 am • 8 sessions • $80 1:30 – 3 pm • 6 sessions • $60
Ho Diep Therien, MA Bracha Kaufman
11 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — COMPUTERSVLP 301
VIRTUAL LEARNING VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB
Meet online with a group of people to
CUMMINGS VIRTUAL LEARNING
CONTACT discuss books and express opinions,
LUNI BENDAYAN likes, dislikes, etc. in a fun, relaxed
514.734.1788 and interactive setting. Meets
luni.bendayan@cummingscentre.org monthly online until June.
Fridays • $10 spring season
Jenny Fitzgerald, Editor, Mom, Wife
VLP 305 STAY CONNECTED
Virtual Learning
PILLARS OF A HEALTHY The Cummings Centre, our online
For adults 50+
BRAIN: ONLINE COURSE learning program is designed for
anyone who enjoys learning at
Funded by the Leonard Albert In this self-study, interactive, online home at their own pace or who
Family Foundation course, you will learn about how have difficulty getting to the Centre
brain-healthy activities such or one of our off-site locations.
VLP 300 FREE as cognitive stimulation, social
FOR MEMBERS “Our virtual learning program
engagement, nutrition, sleep and
VIDEO LIBRARY self-care, physical activity and
allows members to participate and
stay connected no matter where
From the comfort of your home stress management, mindfulness they live,” says Luni Bendayan,
watch recorded videos of past can help you to maximize your Program Associate.
Cummings Centre lectures and cognitive reserve.
events from experts in the field. Members have access to real-time
Self Study • $60 lectures and a variety of other
Topics include health and wellness,
music and art appreciation, global programs on line. Programs are
affairs and tales and travel. accessible from desktop or laptop
computers as well as tablets.
Check it out at: “The technology is extremely user
virtual.cummingscentre.org friendly and as easy to access
as an email account,” points out
Bendayan.
FRIDAY LECTURES FREE
FOR MEMBERS
The response has been
overwhelming positive. Members
comment that even as their
ENGAGING SPEAKERS particular condition would not
allow them to go to the Centre, the
FREE LECTURES FOR MEMBERS • EACH FRIDAY 10 – 11 AM lectures made them feel as if they
were there. Many felt uplifted while
Guest speakers present topics in their areas of interest or expertise
watching a video.
Topics and speakers are announced monthly and are also available at
cummingscentre.org/lectures The Video Library offered in English
and French, free for members is
Topics include: accessible live on demand at any
March 30 – Don’t Blame the Weatherman, Barbara Silverman time, includes over 120 videos
April 5 – What is Loss, Victoria Brewster and is continually expanding.
April 12 – Nutrition, McGill Dietetics Students Topics include global affairs,
travel experiences, music and art
May 3, 10 – Natural Wonders of the World (PART 1 & 2), Barbara Silverman
appreciation to name just a few.
May 17 – Jeopardy, Ethel Smith Wellness videos featuring chair
May 24 – US History, 1492-1789, From Colony to Nation, Sheldon Weinstein exercises, Yoga and brain boosters
May 31 – US History, 1789-1865, Expansion & Slavery, Sheldon Weinstein have also been added recently to
the collection.
For more information contact Luni Bendayan 514.734.1788 The program is made possible due
to the generosity of the Leonard
Albert Family Foundation.
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GLOBAL AFFAIRS THE JURY IS OUT
CONTACT Led by an experienced trial lawyer,
LUNI BENDAYAN the facts of real-life court cases will
514.734.1788 be presented to the participants
who, through an interactive
discussion, will attempt to guess
the outcomes. An overview of the
courts and legal system will be
offered.
Tuesday May 7 to 14
GLOB 305 NEW!
1 – 3 pm • 2 sessions • $20
AMERICAN EVENTS THAT Michael Worsoff, BSc, BA, BCL GLOB 313 NEW!
HAVE IMPACTED CANADIANS PREPARING FOR ISRAEL’S
Events to be discussed include the
GLOB 302 / GLOB 302-01 STRATEGIC THREATS
American Revolution and its impact
on Upper and Lower Canada, the
NEWS & VIEWS The unfolding confrontation in
Learn about national and Syria, Russia’s military involvement,
American Civil War, the Presidency Iran’s takeover of Lebanon through
international news of the day
of FDR, the Vietnam War and the Hezbollah and Israel’s cooperation
first Free Trade Agreement. Tuesday April 30 to June 4 with Egypt, Jordan and Saudi
10 am – 12 pm • 6 sessions • $96 Arabia will be studied.
Wednesday May 1 to 29
Stan Nachfolger, MA
10 am – 12 pm • 5 sessions • $75 Monday April 29 to June 3
—
PROGRAM | GLOBAL AFFAIRS
Donald Cuccioletta, PhD 10 am – 12 pm • 5 sessions • $75
Tuesday June 18 to 25 Marvin Hershorn, MA
GLOB 315 NEW! 10 am – 12 pm • 2 sessions • $32
Stan Nachfolger, MA
BIG HISTORY: REORDERING GLOB 3117 NEW!
THE TIMEFRAME OF EVERYTHING TEMP 335 / TEMP 335-01 PROFILING THE CRIMINAL
Big History goes back to the
NEWS & VIEWS - WESTMOUNT MIND
very beginning and fast forward A look at the art and science
through time to the emergence Learn about national and
of profiling in criminal and civil
of the solar systems, planets, and international news of the day.
investigations.
the earth, with the dawning of Thursday May 2 to June 6
Wednesday June 5 to 26
life and appearance of humans 10 am – 12 pm • 6 sessions • $96
1:30 – 3:30 pm • 4 sessions • $40
and their civilizations. We will be Stan Nachfolger, MA
Jack Hirschberg, PhD
discussing the human story from —
this perspective. Thursday June 20 to 27
Thursday, May 2 to June 6 GLOB 312 NEW!
10 am – 12 pm • 2 sessions • $32
1 – 3 pm • 6 sessions • $100
Francis X. Charet, PhD
Stan Nachfolger, MA THE WORLD OF ITZIK MANGER
In honour of Itzik Manger’s 50th
yahrzeit, this course will offer
GLOB 314 a historical, biographical and
literary-critical look at the genius
HISTORICAL OVERVIEW OF of this great Yiddish poet. We will
GERMANY REGISTER examine how Manger, often called
Germany made two attempts in ONLINE the Yiddish Shelley, recreated the
the twentieth century to become a past through modern psychological
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG insight and humour. Knowledge of
political world power and the failure
cost millions of lives. An overview Yiddish not required.
of the first and second attempts Thursday May 16 to 30
will be given. 10 am – 12 pm • 3 sessions • $35
Janie Respitz, MA
Wednesday June 5
10 – 11:30 am • 1 session • $10
Ben Sperer
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AND EVENTS
CONTACT
REGISTRATION
514.343.3510
SEPHO 323 NEW!
MIMOUNA
TERBH’ OU OUTSAADOU
FREE
For the first time, five community partners join together
to bring you this special event.
Communauté Sépharade Unifiée du Québec
Cummings Centre
Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue
Israel Bonds
Canadian Sephardi Federation
Join us for a beautiful evening in Sephardic tradition
Saturday April 27 • 10 pm • Free Admission
Live Sephardic Music, Tea, Middle Eastern delicacies
PROGRAM | EVENTS
Spanish & Portuguese Synagogue • 4894 Saint-Kevin Avenue
Free transportation from Cavendish Mall.
Space limited. Reservations required.
To reserve call Nicole Sebag 514.734.1762
Canada-Israel Securities, Limited
ITC 306 NEW!
OPERA WORKSHOP –
BEHIND THE SCENES
What is opera? Where does
ITC 307 NEW! this voice come from? How
is it produced? Meet young
BINGO singers and learn about their
Inclusive bingo with American training, their art, and their
Sign Language interpretation skills. Following the workshop,
in partnership with the Adath a backstage visit will unveil the
Israel Synagogue. mystery of an opera production.
Sunday April 28 • 9 am • $5 Tuesday April 30 • 4 – 6 pm • $18
Adath Israel Synagogue Place des Arts,
223 Harrow Cres., 260 de Maisonneuve Boul. W.
Hampstead *Members only
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AND EVENTS
CONTACT
REGISTRATION
514.343.3510
Photo by Caroline Ronalds, The Senior Times
CONFERENCE: LCT 306 NEW!
PARKINSON’S DISEASE
AND CANNABIS.
SEE PAGE 32 RITA BRIANSKY: WONDER AND
AMAZEMENT, HER ART AND LIFE IN FILM
Rita Briansky, an award-winning painter, printmaker, etcher and
teacher, will present an exhibit of some of her works followed by a
screening of the film, The Wonder and Amazement, Rita Briansky on
PROGRAM | EVENTS
Her Life in Art.
A question and answer will follow, joined by film
Producer Dov Okouneff and Co-Director Janet Best.
Thursday May 9 • 7 pm • $25 member / $37 guest
Gelber Conference Centre
In partnership with the Jewish Public Library
Exhibit is open to the public from May 9 to 14
in the Federation CJA lobby.
ITC 305 NEW!
JEWISH VOICES – ONE NIGHT IN MONTREAL
THEN OFF TO CARNEGIE HALL
Join us for a unique concert by the Israeli Chamber Project – an
ensemble of six musicians who will trace the history of Jewish
identity expressed through their music. Karl Goldmark’s European
Romanticism, Aaron Copland’s quintessentially American Spirit, and
the unique language of Bernard Hermann (made famous through his
collaboration with Alfred Hitchcock) are heard alongside the music
of prolific Israeli composer Shulamit Ran.
Tuesday May 14
7 pm • $32 member / $40 guest
Bourgie Hall, 1339 Sherbrooke St. W.
15 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — EVENTSFESTIVAL
DU CINÉMA
SPECIAL ISRAÉLIEN
LECTURES FESTIVAL
TIV
IV DU CINÉMA
DE MONTRÉAL
AND EVENTS ISRAÉLIEN
E DE
26 mai au 5 juin 2019
CONTACT MONTRÉAL
REGISTRATION
30% de rabais pour les 26 mai au 5 juin 2019
514.343.3510
membres du Centre Cummings
Pour plus d’information appelez 30% de rabais pour les
au 514.733.4998 membres du Centre Cummings
Pour plus d’information appelez
au 514.733.4998
LCT 308 NEW!
AN EVENING
WITH AARON RAND*
A mainstay on the English-language airwaves for more than 30
years, CJAD radio host Aaron Rand will share his insights on the ins
and outs of Montreal’s changing media landscape and what keeps
PROGRAM | EVENTS
him on top of the news.
MONTREALL Wednesday June 5 • 7:30 pm
ISRAELI FILM FESTIVAL FESTIVAL
TIVIV DU CINÉMA
$10 member / $15 guest
Gelber Conference Centre
May 26 to June 5 2019 ISRAÉLIEN E DE
30% discount for Cummings
Centre members MONTRÉAL
*This event will be livestreamed • $10 member / $15 guest LIVE 308
For more information contact May 26 to June 5 2019
514.733.4998 30% discount for Cummings
Centre members
For more information contact
514.733.4998
PRIME 3006 NEW!
FAMILIES, GENES AND CANCER
This informative talk will provide insight into the understanding
of cancer genetics and what is involved in genetic testing.
Thursday May 23
7 – 9 pm • $10 member / $15 non-member
William D. Foulkes, M.B.BS, Ph.D., F.R.S.C. is a James McGill
Professor in the Departments of Human Genetics and Oncology
at McGill University. His research primarily focuses
on finding new genes that predispose individuals to
developing breast cancer and studying mutations that WEST
occur in hereditary forms of breast cancer. ISLAND
Location TBA
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 16MART 305 NEW!
MUSIC BENNY GOODMAN:
APPRECIATION THE KING OF SWING
Benny Goodman’s Orchestra
CONTACT launched the Swing Era in the
MICHELLE LANDER mid-1930s and played a key role in
514.734.1748 moving jazz from the margins of
American music to the mainstream.
Illustrated with video clips from
MART 302 NEW!
movies and concerts.
Thursday August 22
MUSIC APPRECIATION
CAROL BURNETT: I’M SO 1:30 –3:30 pm • 1 session • $12 WITH ROBERT MARKOW
David Novek
GLAD WE HAD THIS TIME MART 307 NEW!
TOGETHER THE GENIUS OF HANDEL
Comedy trailblazer Carol Burnett There’s much more to Handel
has been entertaining us for over than Messiah and Water Music.
50 years. A look at her career Learn more about this fascinating
illustrated with video highlights composer while listening to some
from her television programs. of his most glorious music.
Thursday May 16 Wednesday April 3
1 – 3 pm • 1 session • $16
PROGRAM | MUSIC APPRECIATION
1:30 – 3:30 pm • 1 session • $12
David Novek Robert Markow
MART 303 NEW! MART 3024 NEW!
FEMME FATALES SING MART 321 NEW!
THE MUSIC MYSTERY
AND DANCE THE MUSIC OF THE BEATLES From Sinbad to Cinderella,
A two-part series highlighting the
PART 1 composers have found boundless
inspiration in magic to create
song and dance turns of some of “The Beatles were the 20th
musical masterpieces. Explore the
Hollywood’s legendary leading century’s greatest romance,” wrote
music of Dukas, Holst, Rimsky-
ladies, including Marilyn Monroe, their press agent. Their music and
Korsakov, Weber, John Williams
Rita Hayworth, Joan Crawford, message of joy and love, as well
and others.
Barbara Stanwyck and Jane as their reactions to and shaping
Wyman. of their era still resonate with our Wednesday May 15
times. The “loveable moptops” 1 – 3 pm • 1 session • $16
Thursday June 6 & 13 Robert Markow
1:30 – 3:30 pm • 2 sessions • $24 John Lennon, Paul McCartney,
David Novek George Harrison, and Ringo Starr,
plus their manager Brian Epstein, MART 321 NEW!
producer George Martin, TV host
MART 304 NEW! Ed Sullivan, and a diverse cast of RACHMANINOFF KNOWN
GEORGE AND IRA GERSHWIN: characters “saved the world from
boredom,” according to Harrison.
AND UNKNOWN
JAZZ AGE BEGINS You will learn about their historical Just about everyone loves
Rachmaninoff, but mostly on the
The Gershwin Brothers teamed up and cultural context via music,
lyrics, and film clips. This part one basis of just a few super-famous
to become two of the greatest song works. Delve a little deeper into the
writers of the early 20th Century, course shows how the group called
the Fab Four got together and richly romantic music of this great
helping to launch the Jazz Age in composer, listening to and watching
the 1920s and 30s. Illustrated with conquered the hearts of millions.
on video some of his lesser-known
video clips from their Broadway Tuesday April 2 to May 7 compositions that are sure to win
plays and movie musicals. 7 – 9 pm • 6 sessions • $90 your hearts
Thursday June 27 Craig Morrison, PhD, Musicologist Wednesday June 5
1:30 – 3:30 pm • 1 sessions • $12 1 – 3 pm • 1 session • $16
David Novek Robert Markow
PROGRAMS — MUSIC
17 CUMMINGS CENTRELIT 314
BOOKS & WRITING BOOK CLUB
CONTACT Go where the reading takes you.
Enjoy stimulating discussions on a
LUNI BENDAYAN
special selection of books. The club
514.734.1788
meets once a month. Book list
upon request.
Monday April 15 to Aug. 5
2 – 3:15 pm • $25
Janet Forbath
LIT 376
LIT 300 NEW!
VLP 301 WRITE ABOUT IT
BE INSPIRED TO WRITE Be it a personal essay, creative
YOUR FAMOUS QUOTES – VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB fiction, poetry or any other writing
Meet with the group online genre, do it in a fun, stimulating and
WORKSHOP to discuss books and express creative way!
“Life is like a box of chocolates. You opinions, likes, dislikes, etc. in a Wednesday May 1 to June 5
never know what you’re gonna get.” fun, relaxed and interactive setting. 1 – 3 pm • 6 sessions • $90
Come share a box of chocolates Meets monthly online.
Suzanne Reisler-Litwin, B.Ed., MA,
with us and share your favourite Fridays • $10 spring season Columnist, The Suburban
quotes. Chit chat, snack and write Jenny Fitzgerald, Editor, Mom, Wife
about your perspective.
Tuesday April 30
PROGRAM | BOOKS & WRITING
1 – 3 pm • 1 session • $5
Suzann Reisler-Litwin, B.Ed, MA,
Columnist, The Suburban
DRAMA. PASSION. LOVE.
LIFE, ON STAGE. CUMMINGS CENTRE
BOUTIQUE
THE HEART OF ENGLISH THEATRE IN MONTREAL. Gifts for all occasions!
• Free gift wrapping
• Taxes included
Mon – Thurs • 9:30 am - 4 pm
CUMMINGS CENTRE MEMBER? Friday • 9:30 am - 12 pm
GET 10% OFF! (Conditions apply) 5700 Westbury Ave.
514.734.1770
cummingscentre.org/boutique
SEGALCENTRE.ORG Proceeds from sales at the Boutique
support Cummings Centre programs.
514.739.7944 Cummings Centre members receive a
10% discount, the first Monday of
each month.
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18BAND-HEIMISHE HOUR
PERFORMING ARTS Get into a welcoming space open to
CONTACT everyone. A freilach musical group
MICHELLE LANDER plays familiar singalongs mostly in
514.734.1748 Yiddish, Hebrew and English.
Every Wednesday
2 – 3 pm • No Charge
Hazela Wainberg
PER 300
PER 311 / PER 311-01
CHOIR
CUMMINGS THEATRE All are welcome! Our Friday
PER 302
Welcome to the wonderful world morning choir offers a relaxed
atmosphere for anyone who enjoys
ROCK ‘N SOUL CHOIR
of “Make Believe.” Discover Love to sing? Join our Rock ‘n Soul
various acting techniques and music! A variety of music will be
Choir. Perform hit songs from the
styles through warm-ups and explored this semester as well
60’s and 70’s, under professional
acting exercises. Then plunge into as Yiddish, Hebrew and popular
musical direction. Learn to sing
the theatrical worlds of comedy, songs. Call to register.
melodies and harmonies that
tragedy, storytelling, improvisation Friday March 29 to June 28 made rock ‘n roll history. No
and mime. 10 am – 12pm • $36 experience required but energy and
Wednesday May 8 to June 19 Ella Wilhelm enthusiasm are definitely an asset.
2 – 4 pm • 7 sessions • $70 Nataliia Osypchuk
PROGRAM | PERFORMING ARTS
Wednesday May 8 to June 26
Jacqueline Van De Geer
7 – 9 pm • 8 sessions • $80
—
Suzu Enns, D.Mus
Wednesday May 8 to June 19
4 - 6 pm • 7 sessions • $70
Jacqueline Van De Geer
Feel the music
– Angela Larin
19 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — PERFORMING ARTSHOB 301
BRIDGE & SOCIAL MAH JONGG - INSTRUCTION HAVE A SEAT AT THE TABLE
GAMES Learn this ancient game in an
enjoyable social atmosphere.
CONTACT Mah Jongg cards sold at the
LUNI BENDAYAN Cummings Centre boutique .
514.734.1788 Tuesday May 7 to June 25
1 – 3 pm • 8 sessions • $80
Bryna Frankel
BRI 300 HOB 302
BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS MAH JONGG - SUPERVISED
PART I For those who are familiar with
the basics and want to improve
Learn the basic mechanics of their skills.
the game of bridge, the play of Tuesday July 9 to 30
the cards, the principles of bidding 1 – 3 pm • 4 sessions • $40
and opening the bidding. LEARN HOW TO PLAY CANASTA
Bryna Frankel
Tues & Thur April 30 to May 30 A confessed passionate card player,
10 am – 12 pm • 10 sessions • $120 Ellyn Delovitch enthusiastically
HOB 308 teaches her students the rules
Dorothy Marcus
CANASTA of the game. “I enjoy passing on
my knowledge to a wide range
BRI 301 Have fun learning Canasta with its of participants from those newly
BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS strategies and playing of the hand.
Monday May 6 to June 3
retired in their fifties and sixties to
older participants looking for a new
PART II 1 – 3 pm • 4 sessions • $40 challenge.”
Learn responses to opening bids, Suzan Wiltzer
She is motivated by teaching
one no trump bids and beginning people who want to learn while
responses to one of a major. HOB 308-01 keeping their minds sharp in the
Tues & Thur June 4 to July 4
10 am – 12 pm • 10 sessions • $120 CANASTA welcoming environment provided
at Cummings at both the main and
Dorothy Marcus Have fun learning Canasta with its West Island campuses. ”There
strategies and playing of the hand. is such a wonderful sense of
BRI 302 It’s a cross between the Canadian satisfaction in watching students
and American rules. evolve and really catch on to the
BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS Wednesday May 1 to 22 game in just a few short sessions.”
PART III 10 am – 12 pm • 4 sessions • $40
Ellyn Delovitch
Canasta is played in two teams
Learn how to respond to one of a with a total of four people so
major and one of a minor openings. groups of friends or couples will
PAY AS YOU PLAY come in together. Those attending
Tue & Thur July 9 to July 18
on their own meet in class often
10 am – 12 pm • 4 sessions • $50
Dorothy Marcus
SUPERVISED BRIDGE forming groups to play in after the
This is an ongoing drop-in activity. classes are over. Ellyn points out
Cummings Centre, that playing cards is a wonderful
BRI 350 5700 Westbury Ave. conduit to making and keeping
social connections. “There is so
REVIEW OF THE BASICS Thursday ongoing
1 – 3:30 pm • $7 • light refreshments much satisfaction in seeing my
Whether you are a newer player or Norm Cohen students not only master a new skill
have been enjoying the game for a — but watching them form friendships
while, benefit from an overview of Shaare Zedek Congregation, that last long after the classes
the basic conventions and how to 5305 Rosedale Ave. are over.”
apply them. Tuesday ongoing - Ellyn Delovitch
Tue & Thur Aug. 27 & 29 12:30 – 3 pm • $7 • light refreshments
10 am – 12 pm • 2 sessions • $25 Fred Hoffer and Norm Cohen
Dorothy Marcus
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 20LEISURE –
SOCIAL GROUPS
CONTACT
LUNI BENDAYAN
514.734.1788
CIRCLE OF FRIENDS 50+
ACTIVE SINGLE WOMEN
An exciting group of young-at-
heart widowed, divorced and single
women. You will find a warm place
SOCIAL CLUBS WEST ISLAND
Clubs meet weekday afternoons, PRIME 319
to develop new and meaningful
female friendships through social
networking, interesting lectures,
September through June, to
provide educational, recreational
WEEKLY CANASTA
and social activities.* Have a Canasta foursome and are
theatre and special events.
looking for somewhere to play?
Tuesday • 6:30 – 9 pm Registration is ongoing throughout
the year. Looking to meet new people who
Leaders: Ellen Smiley, Florence Simons share a love for the game? Join us
for weekly Canasta.
SHOLEM SHTERN CULTURAL SHALOM CIRCLE Monday April 29 to June 17
PROGRAM | LEISURE
1 – 3:30 pm • 5 sessions • $15
AND SOCIAL GROUP Social club where members are
Discuss Jewish culture and encouraged to participate in the
literature in an informal group programs offered on a weekly basis, TEA AND TALK
atmosphere. Discussions are held including speakers, entertainment Join us for an afternoon
in Russian. and discussion. Group meets of friendly discussion.
September through June.
Tuesday • 10 am – 12 pm Monday • 1 – 3 pm • $18 annually
Boris Sela Tuesday • 1 – 3 pm • $5 Sheila Glasser
Leader: Marge Cracower
CHOM 137
RUSSIAN SENIORS “LES GIRLZ’
STITCH ‘N BITCH CHOMEDEY
A weekly gathering featuring
Join us for an afternoon
Learn how to knit or of conversation and outings.
entertainment, music and Russian
crochet. Enjoy a friendly, relaxing Wednesday • 1 – 3 pm • $18 annually
culture. Group meets September
afternoon. Work on personal or
through June.
community projects.
Thursday • 3 – 5 pm PRIME 3013 / PRIME 313-01
Monday • 1 – 3:30 pm
Rosalind Warhaft
Leader: Ella Bazlov
BREAKFAST SERIES
A monthly opportunity to get
WSG 300 GEVURAH CLUB CHOMEDEY
together and schmooze over
breakfast and enjoy thought–
BEREAVEMENT GROUP Social group with games
and snacks. Club meets in
provoking lectures.
You are not alone. This group Chomedey Tuesday afternoons, Tuesday • 8:30 am
is for those going through the September through June, to provide May 7, Frank Weinstein
grief process. educational, recreational and social June 11, Stan Nachfolger
Monday April 1 to May 27 activities. $5 member/ $10 guest
2:30 – 4 pm • 8 sessions • $100 Tuesday • 1 – 3 pm
Leader: Claire Nudel
21 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — LEISUREDAY TRIPS &
SUMMER PROGRAMS
CONTACT
MICHELLE LANDER
514.734.1748
TRAVEL CLUB TRIP 300
IMAGINE A NEW AND
EFFORTLESS WAY TO TRAVEL TRAVEL CLUB OPEN HOUSE
A travel club is a great way to see Come and see what trips we have in store for Spring/Summer 2019.
exciting destinations - without the Meet the committee and other participants, enjoy refreshments and
hassle of planning the entire trip learn about the trips. Our trips sell out fast so do not miss this chance
yourself. Through day trips, the to register early.
Travel Club offers various types of Wednesday April 10
travel opportunities for Cummings 2 – 4 pm • 1 session • No Charge
PROGRAM | DAY TRIPS
Centre members. Our trips are Space is limited. Register in advance.
known for being inclusive, warm
and welcoming and reasonably
priced for both solo and couple
participants.
Watch for upcoming excursions. Register in
advance. Space limited. All trips go rain or
shine. No refunds for trips. Check-in begins
one hour prior to departure.
*Travel Activity Levels
Level 1 – Relaxed
Level 2 – Moderate
Level 3 – Active TRIP 307 NEW! TRIP 308
EXPLORE BROCKVILLE UPPER CANADA PLAYHOUSE:
Explore Brockville’s rich history
with us. Take a guided tour of the
“WHERE ARE YOU?”
Sisters Glenda and Suzanne
Historic Fulford Place, lunch on
enjoy retirement selling
the lovely waterfront, walk about
homemade jam on Manitoulin
the beautiful downtown and
Island. They prepare for the visit
wander through Canada’s First
of Suzanne’s daughter Beth—a
Railway Tunnel, magically lit up
visit complicated by a secret the
in ever changing colours.
sisters can no longer contain.
Wednesday May 22 A sparkling comedy filled with
9 am – 6:30 pm laughs and lots of heart. Boxed
$75 member / $112 guest lunch included.
Level 3
Wednesday June 12
9 am – 6 pm
$80 member / $120 guest
Level 2
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.342.1234 22DAY TRIPS &
SUMMER PROGRAMS
CONTACT
MICHELLE LANDER
514.734.1748
TRIP 313 NEW! TRIP 304 TRIP 301
NATURE’S WAY TOUR LANAUDIÈRE HUDSON VILLAGE THEATRE:
Spend a summer day in nature, in Back by popular demand! Watch “MARION BRIDGE”
PROGRAM | DAY TRIPS
our beautiful Laurentian Mountains. the musical performance in
Three estranged sisters reunite to
A guide will lead you through the reserved seats under a covered
care for their dying mother and old
14 themed gardens of Route des roof. Brunch prior to the show.
conflicts and secrets return to the
Gerbes D’Angelica. Continue to Departure from Decarie Square.
surface. Join us for this classical
Intermiel where we will learn about Program details to follow.
Canadian drama. Lunch and free
honey, have a tasting and browse Sunday July 14 time on your own prior to the play.
the lovely products available for 10:30 am – 6:30 pm • 1 session
purchase. Lunch included. $95 member / $142 guest Wednesday August 14
Level 1 10 am – 6 pm • 1 session
Wednesday July 3 $65 member / $105 guest
9:30 am – 5 pm • 1 session Level 1
$65 member / $95 guest
Level 2
TRIP 314 NEW!
ORFORD EXPRESS
All aboard the Orford Express
and treat yourself to a unique
sensory experience, an exquisite
meal, while taking in the great
pastoral views that sweep the
countryside between Magog,
Bromont, Eastman and a brief
stop in Sherbrooke to shop.
Lunch, tourist information
and musical animation are all
provided.
Wednesday August 28
8:30 am – 6:30 pm • 1 session
$120 member / $180 guest
Level 3
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