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FOUNDATION
ADAPTED PROGRAMS
SPRING/SUMMER 2018
SOCIAL SERVICES
Hear it from our members!
Inside:
TELL YOUR STORY
Documentary Photography, Life Writing
and Creative Expression
OPTIMIZE BRAIN HEALTH
Cognitive Reserve with Tiffany Chow:
VOLUNTEER
Lectures, Online learning and Fitness
TOUR ‘N TRAVEL:
EFFORTLESS GETAWAYS
Festivals, Charlevoix & Quebec and more
New! Online Registration – At Your Fingertips
PROGRAMS
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG
PRESIDENT AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S
MESSAGE
Spring signals new beginnings. We can finally peel back the heavy layers
of winter and get motivated again to do the things we love to do. The team,
made up of staff and volunteers, has been hard at work putting together a
fresh lineup of programs designed to put a spring back in your step.
Having listened to your thoughtful feedback, we have adapted our program
offering to include more of what inspires you – more trips, more thought-
provoking lectures, more avenues for social connections and above all, more
reasons to become a Cummings member and partake in the fun!
Spring also symbolizes a time for discovering new opportunities for growth
and planting seeds for the future. With the excitement of the season, we’re
proud to announce the launch of the Cummings Centre’s Strategic Plan.
Working in collaboration with Board members, staff, volunteers and members
of the community, we’ve developed a roadmap to guide our efforts over the
next five years to help sustain the Centre today and into the future. We look
forward to sharing our plan with you in the coming months.
Until then, we invite you to take a few minutes to study the Guide and see
which programs and services interest you.
Our door is open - we are waiting for you!
Roz 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 and
physically propels our members We are here if you need us. Helping others feels so good.
to their personal best. Innovative The Social Services Department is As a volunteer-based
programming allows participants comprised of an integrated team of organization, we rely on the
to continually learn and evolve. professionals committed to enhancing time and energy of our
Join and find out how! the quality of life of older adults and dedicated corps of volunteers
their families. Individualized services to fulfill our commitment to our
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
Membership has its privileges.
Join and gain access to 300+
courses, programs, services,
MAIN CAMPUS
enriching volunteer opportunities & OFF-SITE LOCATIONS
and more.
Cummings Centre Main Campus
5700 Westbury Ave.,
For member benefits, visit: Montreal, Quebec H3W 3E8
cummingscentre.org/benefits Tel.: 514.342.1234
Fax: 514.739.6899
cummingscentre.org
information@cummingscentre.org
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Cummings West
96 Roger Pilon St.,
Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec H9B 2E1
Tel.: 514.683.3761
cummingscentre.org/west-island
MISSION lisa.wiltzer@cummingscentre.org
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Cummings Westmount
To empower and enhance the quality of life of adults age 50 and over
c/o Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom,
by providing dynamic and innovative programs, social services, and 395 Elm Ave.,
volunteer opportunities in a vibrant, respectful, inclusive and Westmount, Quebec H3Z 1A5
compassionate environment. Building on its Jewish heritage, Cummings Tel.: 514.734.1748
embraces people from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. cummingscentre.org/westmount
michelle.lander@cummingscentre.org
—
Cummings Chomedey
c/o Congregation Shaar Shalom,
4880 Notre-Dame Blvd.,
Laval, Quebec H7W 1V5
Tel.: 514.734.1788
cummingscentre.org/chomedey
ADAPTED PROGRAMS CJCS FOUNDATION lunib@cummingscentre.org
—
Achieve strength and well-being. The power of inspired giving. Cummings Saint-Laurent
Tel.: 514.683.3759
Everyone needs a helping hand The CJCS Foundation raises funds cummingscentre.org/saint-laurent
now and then. Innovative art, to enrich and safeguard the quality of stephanie.geller@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 Florida
donations help provide an affordable
problems and movement Tel.: 514.734.1748
safety net of services and programs
disorders including Parkinson’s cummingscentre.org/florida
that nurture the body and spirit in a
disease, post-stroke, MS and michelle.lander@cummingscentre.org
warm and welcoming environment.
others.
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GENERAL DIRECTORY CONTACT
Roz Wiener 514.342.1234
Cummings Centre Main Campus President
5700 Westbury Ave., president@cummingscentre.org
Montreal, Quebec —
H3W 3E8 Ombudsman Pauline Grunberg, MEd, 514.343.3501
Tel.: 514.342.1234 Voice your compliments, Executive Director
Fax: 514.739.6899 complaints and concerns. pauline.grunberg@cummingscentre.org
cummingscentre.org —
information@cummingscentre.org Tel.: 514.343.3504
ombudsman@cummingscentre.org Anne Archambault, MEd, 514.734.1800
Mon - Thurs 9 am – 5 pm Director, Program Services
Fri 9 am – 3 pm anne.archambault @cummingscentre.org
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Wellness Centre
CJCS Foundation Lynn Gordon, BSW 514.734.1791
All programs emphasize fitness
Tel.: 514.734.1825 that is fun and related to everyday Director, Volunteer Services
Fax: 514.343.3527 lynn.gordon@cummingscentre.org
movement.
foundation@cummingscentre.org —
Tel.: 514.734.1840 Rebecca Levy, MSW 514.734.1741
You can donate on-line at
wellness@cummingscentre.org Director, Social Services
cummingscentre.org/donate
or call 514.734.1825 Mon - Thurs 8 am – 4 pm rebecca.levy@cummingscentre.org
Fri 8 am – 12 pm —
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— Guila Abecassis, BA 514.734.1740
Bloom Family Tech Lounge Manager, Facility, Admin. and IS
Boutique
Learn and stay connected. Use the gila@cummingscentre.org
computers, laptops and software. Convenient one-stop shopping.
INFORMATION
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Techies on hand to help you. Mon - Thurs 9:30 am – 4 pm
Tel.: 514.734.1771 Nancy Master, BA 514.734.1759
Fri 9:30 am – 12 pm Manager, Claims Conference
Mon - Thurs 9 am – 3 pm Tel.: 514.734.1770 nancy.master@cummingscentre.org
— boutique@cummingscentre.org
— —
Café Shalom Alissa Weinstein, CPA, CA 514.734.1787
Blood Pressure Clinic
Tel.: 514.734.1810 Tel.: 514.734.1840 Controller
Mon - Thurs 8:30 am – 3 pm alissa.weinstein@cummingscentre.org
Fri 8:30 am – 2 pm Tues 10:30 am – 12 pm
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Kim Morand Zafrani 514.345.6496
Le Café Drop-in Program for Manager, Human Resources
Older Adults kim.morand-zafrani@cummingscentre.org
Free kosher meals served to
those in need. 7500 Mackle Road, Côte St. Luc —
Tel.: 514.734.1763 Janice Besner, BA 514.734.1752
Tues & Thurs 5 – 6:30 pm
erica.botner@cummingscentre.org Manager, Communications & Membership
janice.besner@cummingscentre.org
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Michael Beigleman, MBA 514.734.1749
Donations Supervisor, Communications
Membership Inquiries michael@cummingscentre.org
5700 Westbury Avenue 5700 Westbury Avenue
Montreal, Quebec H3W 3E8 Montreal, Quebec H3W 3E8
Philip Abbey
Tel.: 514.343.3510 Tel.: 514.734.1825 President, CJCS Foundation
information@cummingscentre.org foundation@cummingscentre.org Tel.: 514.342.1234
foundationpres@cummingscentre.org
Registration —
5700 Westbury Avenue
Montreal, Quebec H3W 3E8 Cathy Simons, MSW
Executive Director, CJCS Foundation
Tel.: 514.343.3510 Tel.: 514.734.1777
registration@cummingscentre.org cathys@cummingscentre.org
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MEMBERSHIP & REGISTRATION: FAQ
When does spring / summer What is the registration policy?
registration begin? All participants are required to
Membership: Ongoing register for programs in advance.
All courses/programs: Should you decide to join a course
Start Monday March 19 on the day it begins, please call
How can I register? ahead to confirm that the course is
running and there is space available.
1- Register online at
cummingscentre.org/register Select programs are transferable.
These are one time only events such
NEW!
2- Call Registration 514.343.3510
3- Register in person:
as a special event, lecture or concert.
All holders of such a ticket must
ONLINE REGISTRATON
5700 Westbury Avenue, identify themselves to staff in order
to attend the function.
AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Montreal, Quebec H3W 3E8 YOUR ONE-STOP-RESOURCE
How can I request a course refund? Log onto cummingscentre.org
What are the registration hours? from your desktop, tablet or
Full refunds will be given only if a
Monday to Thursday course or program is cancelled by smartphone and enjoy easy
8:30 am – 3:30 pm and the Cummings Centre. When you online registration 24/7.
Friday 8:30 am – 12:30 pm withdraw from a course or program: Benefit from additional features
such as an improved Search
Do I have to become a member? for courses and events, new
events or workshops, on courses of two
The Cummings Centre is a sessions or less, on class extensions program offerings, access to
INFORMATION
membership-based organization. Cummings Centre news, photos,
or after the class has started.
All course registration requires an stories and more.
updated 2018 membership.
Log onto today,
cheque, a minimum of $5 is withheld
Can I bring or register as a guest? cummingscentre.org
to cover administrative expenses.
Non-members can register as a If you choose to leave your
guest for designated events at the payment in the system as a credit,
non-member rate. this fee is waived.
What are the membership fees? to the first class, choice of 50% When are the holiday closures?
refund or 50% credit.
An annual membership fee of Erev Passover
$45 gives you access to the main Friday March 30 (closed at 12 pm)
campus and all off-site programs.
Is there parking? Easter
A $25 membership fee gives you
Monday April 2
access to one of the following The Cummings Centre offers
off-campus sites: Florida, West limited indoor parking at a cost of Passover
Island, Westmount, Saint-Laurent $5, available on a first-come, first- Thursday April 5 (closed at 2 pm)
or Chomedey. served basis, Monday to Thursday Friday April 6
8 am - 3:30 pm and Friday 8 am – 2 pm. Shavuot
SPECIAL OFFER
Monday May 21
Join now until August 2019 and save Is financial aid offered?
up to $25 off your membership. Fête nationale
Buy a spring/summer 2018 & annual The Cummings Centre will not turn Monday June 25
2019 membership for $65 (Main anyone away because of an inability
to pay. For more information call Canada Day
Campus), $35 (Off-Campus). Monday July 2
514.734.1753.
The Cummings Centre reserves the right to make changes to any information contained in this publication. © 2018 ISSN 1488-9536 Volume 19, Issue 3
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 5
SEASON’S HIGHLIGHTS
This season, back by popular demand, we’re featuring some of the
brightest experts in the field of well-aging. Yoga Master Tao Porchon
Lynch will dazzle us, Dr. Tiffany Chow will help us build our cognitive
reserve and Craig Morrison will entertain us with some rhythm and
blues. Explore the beauty of Quebec and Charlevoix, the Saint-Sauveur
Arts Festival, Coaticook, Lanaudière or the masterpieces of Cummings
own artists. So much to discover!
TABLE OF CONTENTS 26. WELLNESS
02. WELCOME 32. ADAPTED PROGAMS
04. DIRECTORY 36. FOUNDATION
05. MEMBERSHIP & REGISTRATION 38. VOLUNTEER
07. FINE ARTS 39. SOCIAL ACTION
09. PHOTOGRAPHY
41. SOCIAL SERVICES
11. CRAFTS
FRENCH GUIDE (SEE REVERSE)
13. CONTINUING EDUCATION
OFF-CAMPUS (INSERT)
13. COMPUTERS & DIGITAL MEDIA
02. WEST ISLAND
14. GLOBAL AFFAIRS
06. WESTMOUNT
15. SPECIAL EVENTS
07. CHOMEDEY
18. BOOKS & WRITING
07. SAINT-LAURENT
19. VIRTUAL LEARNING
08. DROP-IN PROGRAM
20. ARTS & CULTURE
20. PERFORMING ARTS
21. MUSIC APPRECIATION SPECIAL OFFER
Join now until August 2019 and save
22. SOCIAL & LEISURE up to $25 off your membership.*
22. BRIDGE & SOCIAL GAMES *Buy a spring/summer 2018 & annual 2019
membership for $65 (Main Campus), $35
23. SOCIAL GROUPS & CLUBS (Off-Campus).
Annual membership fee is $45 (Main Campus).
24. DAY TRIPS & SUMMER PROGRAMS Annual membership fee is $25 (Off-Campus)
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FINE ARTS CLASSES
& PROGRAMS
CONTACT
PATRICIA KEHLER
514.734.1823
PICK UP YOUR
FINE 359 / FINE 359-01 / FINE 459 / FINE 459-01
PASSION
PAINT YOUR PALETTE
ACRYLIC PAINTING - My university studies focused on art but my
ABSTRACT working career took me in other directions.
Experiment with non-traditional Today, under the guidance of so many talented
methods and materials to spark instructors, I’ve gotten back to my painting.
creative self-expression. The Centre is the most incredible place to
Wednesday May 2 to June 20 lunch, chat and paint my cares away!
- Jackie Tabac
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
—
Wednesday May 2 to June 20
PROGRAM | FINE ARTS
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
—
Wednesday July 11 to August 29
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA FINE 312 / FINE 312 -01 / FINE 412 / FINE 412-01 FINE 342 / FINE 442
—
Wednesday July 11 to August 29 ACRYLIC PAINTING – ACRYLIC PAINTING -
EXPLORATIONS THE BASICS
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
Expand your skill set by learning how Learn the fundamentals of painting
to use acrylic mediums, textures, with acrylics. Colour mixing, blending,
and gels while studying the work of brushes, painting surfaces as well as
FINE 343 / FINE 443 artists, past and present. principles of composition and design
ACRYLIC PAINTING – Monday May 7 to June 18 will be covered.
ALL LEVELS Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
Monday May 7 to June 18
Learn to paint your favourite subjects — Johanne Molaison, BFA
in acrylics using photographic imagery Friday May 11 to June 15 —
for inspiration. Individual guidance Monday July 9 to August 20
provided. Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
Tuesday May 15 to June 26 — Johanne Molaison, BFA
Monday July 9 to August 20
Sol Levinson
— Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA
Tuesday July 3 to August 21 —
Sol Levinson
Friday July 13 to August 24 REGISTER
Newsha Hamidi, BFA, MA ONLINE
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG
*Materials not included except
where indicated.
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 7
FINE 301 / FINE 401
FINE ARTS CLASSES DRAWING THE PORTRAIT –
& PROGRAMS INTERMEDIATE
Learn how to depict proportion,
CONTACT facial features and structure of the
PATRICIA KEHLER head. Inspiration is derived from
514.734.1823 photographic imagery, models,
casts and your imagination.
Monday May 7 to June 18
Donna Shvil, BFA
—
FINE 3100 / FINE 4100 NEW! Monday July 9 to August 20
FINE 398 / FINE 498
CHARCOAL SKETCHING Donna Shvil, BFA
Discover the versatility of the charcoal
SCULPTURE - CLAY
medium. Improve observation Create expressive sculptures
skills, develop expressive drawing FINE 331 / FINE 431 using hand-building techniques.
Fee includes basic glazes and firing.
techniques and learn how to create
harmony within your work.*
DRY PASTEL – INTERMEDIATE Clay available for purchase in class.
Wednesday May 9 to June 20
& ADVANCED Thursday May 3 to June 21
Achieve various effects with dry
pastel while drawing creative Olga Maksimova
Johanne Molaison, BFA —
inspiration from diverse subject matter.
| FINESECTION
— Thursday June 28 to July 26
ARTS
Wednesday July 4 to August 15 Monday May 7 to June 18
Olga Maksimova
Margaret Mankin, BFA
| IPSUM
Johanne Molaison, BFA
—
Monday July 9 to August 20
PROGRAM
FINE 303 / FINE 304 / FINE 403 / FINE 404
FINE 368 / FINE 468
PROGRAM
DRAWING - FUNDAMENTALS
Margaret Mankin, BFA
SCULPTURE - STONE
Create a design in stone in three
Acquire essential drawing techniques FINE 327 / FINE 327-01 / FINE 427 dimensions while developing sculpting
such as proportion, line, shape, value techniques and skills. A mask worn
and form.* DRY PASTEL - ALL LEVELS over the mouth and nose is compulsory
Monday May 7 to June 18 Create vibrant paintings in soft pastel. when carving stone. Power tools are
Cultivate ideas, build skills, explore not permitted.
Donna Shvil, BFA techniques and nurture artistic passion.
Monday April 16 to July 9
— Thursday May 3 to June 28
Monday July 9 to August 20 Ann-Ingrid Helik
Harvey Segal —
Donna Shvil, BFA —
Thursday May 3 to June 28 Tuesday April 17 to June 19
Harvey Segal Ann-Ingrid Helik
FINE 353 —
—
PAINTING - INTERMEDIATE Thursday July 5 to August 30 Monday July 16 to August 27
AND ADVANCED Harvey Segal Ann-Ingrid Helik
Discover and express your unique —
artistic vision with the guidance of Tuesday July 10 to August 21
the instructor.
Tuesday May 1 to July 17 Ann-Ingrid Helik
Rita Briansky
*Basic materials included.
8 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — FINE ARTS
FINE 370 / FINE 470
FINE ARTS CLASSES STUDIO PRACTICE - ADVANCED
& PROGRAMS Explore a variety of painting techniques
and methods of application including
CONTACT alla prima, underpainting and colour
PATRICIA KEHLER studies.
514.734.1823 Tuesday May 1 to June 19
Donna Shvil, BFA
—
Tuesday July 3 to August 21
Donna Shvil, BFA
FINE 322 / FINE 422 FINE 363 / FINE 463
STAINED GLASS - WORKSHOP FINE 396 /FINE 496 WATERCOLOUR MAGIC
Develop your personal projects STAINED GLASS - INTRO Express yourself by manipulating and
combining watercolour with other
under the guidance of the instructor.
Learn how to cut glass and create materials for captivating results.
Wednesday May 2 to June 20 small projects. Kit fee $60.
Tuesday May 1 to June 19
Wednesday May 2 to June 20
Nora Golic
Marilyn Green, BFA
— Nora Golic —
Wednesday July 4 to August 22 — Tuesday July 3 to August 21
Wednesday July 4 to August 22
Nora Golic Marilyn Green, BFA
PROGRAM | FINE ARTS
Nora Golic
FINE 3007-02 FINE 3007-04 NEW!
DIGITAL DIGITAL CAMERA – CREATE DIGITAL CAMERA - POST
PHOTOGRAPHY STRIKING COMPOSITIONS PROCESSING
Through practical exercises you will Every photograph benefits from basic
CONTACT learn how effective composition can editing in a graphics program. Learn
PATRICIA KEHLER make your portrait, landscape and how to bring out the best in your images
514.734.1823 still life photography sing. Bring your with Adobe Photoshop. Please bring
DSLR camera (or camera with your images on a flash drive.
aperture priority and manual mode) Friday June 8
Friday June 1
Marko Kulik
Marko Kulik
FINE 3007
DIGITAL CAMERA - INTRO FINE 3007-03
FINE 3022 NEW!
"
SHOW YOUR CAMERA DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY
WHO’S BOSS!" DIGITAL CAMERA - NIGHT "EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY"
During this intro class you will PHOTOGRAPHY Produce your own personal
become familiar with your digital Discover how to take amazing documentary project under the
camera. Bring your DSLR camera and photographs of downtown Montreal guidance of photo-documentarian,
manual. at night. Bring a tripod if you have Giuseppe Pascale. Topics covered
Tuesday May 29 one. Walking from location to in this two-part workshop are: the
location will be required and we may photo essay, the social-political
Marko Kulik also take the Metro. Bring your DSLR landscape, urban living and identity,
camera (or camera with aperture style, composition and more.
priority and manual mode).
Monday April 16 & 23
Wednesday June 13 & 20
Giuseppe Pascal
Marko Kulik
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 9
FINE ARTS PROGRAMS
& WORKSHOPS
CONTACT
PATRICIA KEHLER
514.734.1823
FINE 326 / FINE 426
CRFA 3020 NEW!
FLOWER CARD WORKSHOP
Design and create greeting cards
using dried flowers. Materials
FLOWER ARRANGING WORKSHOP & DEMO
included. SPRING IS IN THE AIR
Thursday May 3 to June 28 Enjoy the sights and scents of spring as you view a flower arranging
demo courtesy of Edgewood Nursery. You will then be inspired to
Joan Barriere
— interpret these magnificent floral arrangements in either watercolours or
Thursday July 5 to August 30 acrylics in a flower art workshop. Materials included.
| FINESECTION
Demo: 10:30 - 11:30 am
ARTS
Joan Barriere Coffee Break: 11:30 am - 12 pm
Workshop: 12:30 – 3:30 pm
| IPSUM
Monday April 30
10:30 am - 3:30 pm
PROGRAM
$36 member / $50 guest
PROGRAM
Margaret Mankin, BFA
FINE ARTS
EXHIBITION & SALE
ART ECLECTIC
By the students of the Fine Arts Department
Vernissage -
Exhibition / Sale -
Wednesday April 25 9:30 am – 12 pm
Are you an art collector or are you looking for a
special gift? Outstanding student art works, including
framed paintings, drawings, sculpture, greeting cards
and more will be on display and available for purchase.
10 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — FINE ARTSCRA 3057 NEW!
CREATE YOUR MASTERPIECE
CRAFT CENTRE CROCHET BEAD NECKLACE
COURSES Create a Swarovski crystal and
gemstone necklace. $20 kit fee.
CONTACT Monday May 7 to 28
RIVA FENSTER
514.734.1789 Tatiana Müeller03
CRA 3020
KNIT HIVE - ALL LEVELS
Bring your own project and benefit
CRA 3041 from the instructor's know-how and
ARCHITECTURAL SCULPTURE 3D creativity. Materials not included.
Monday June 4 to 18
Build a 3D architectural sculpture
of your choice inspired by photos
Tatiana MüellerC
of personal or public interest. Some
materials included.
Wednesday May 2 to June 20 CRA 3049
FIND YOURSELF AGAIN
Stanley Sklar
CRAFT AND CAFÉ Taking that first step and walking
Experiment with different techniques through the door of Cummings
including faux fini painting and was the best thing I have ever
CRA 320 decoupage. Materials included, done. After a long working career
except for project piece. Coffee and and many years taking care of my
BEADING TRENDS danish served. aging parents, it was my time. I
Create trendy jewellery with had not painted or done anything
Thursday June 7 to 28 creative since I was a young girl,
your own bead collection, either
purchased or handmade. Materials so paintbrush in hand, I felt like a
Gaby Orbach, BA kid again-the child in me wanted
not included.
to explore everything! I am not
Thursday May 10 to 31 a naturally creative person, but I
CRA 378-01 / CRA 378-02 can say firsthand that whatever
Gaby Orbach, BACRA 3031
DECORATIVE / TOLE PAINTING doubts I had were quickly forgotten
through the encouragement of the
CRA 3031 / CRA 3031-01 Take a step by step approach to tole amazing Craft Centre instructors.
painting. Learn basic brush strokes
CROCHET – ALL LEVELS and tole techniques.
The Centre has really made a
difference in my life and I am
Learn the art of crochet with Tatiana. Wednesday May 9 to 30 giving back by volunteering in the
Choose a project such as table Registration area when needed.
runner, scarf or kippah. Sandra Baertschi I have made friends, dabbled in
Thursday May 3 to 31 — other types of courses and enjoy
Wednesday June 6 to 27 many of the amazing day trips
Tatiana Müeller0 offered. I am so grateful to have
— Sandra Baertschi found my place within our
Thursday June 7 to 28 wonderful Jewish community.
Moving forward as I age, it is so
Tatiana Müeller0 comforting to know that I can
count on the bounty of resources
available at Cummings. The
Cummings Centre can count on
me and I can count on it.
- Anita Steiner
*Materials not included except where indicated.
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 11CRA 308-33 NEW!
CRAFT CENTRE
PHOTOGRAPHY POLYMER CLAY - IVORY
WORKSHOPS
COURSES Create ancient looking ivory jewellery
using imitative ivory techniques.
CONTACT
CONTACT Bilingual.
PATRICIA KEHLER
RIVA FENSTER Thursday May 10 to 31
514.342.1234
514.734.1789
LOCAL 7250 Gaby Orbach, BAC
CRA 3056
CRA 344
FELTED BEADS
Learn to create colourful beads using NEW!
WOOD CARVING felting (roving) wool and beading
Carve two and three dimensional
embellishments. Bilingual. WOODSHOP
wood projects. Materials included
except for tools.
Thursday July 5 to 12
Gaby Orbach, BA
APPRENTICE PROGRAM
Wednesday May 9 to June 27 Learn to build a wood project using
hand tools and some machines.
Chuck RaphaelCR
WORKSHOPS
This is a partner program. Students
will be evaluated before registering.
CRAFT SECTION
CRA 3023 Thursday May 3 to 31
CENTRE
JEWELLERY BASICS Thursday June 7 to 28
| PHOTOGRAPHY
Learn basic jewellery making
| IPSUM
techniques using pearls, crystals, To register contact Riva Fenster
silver, metal, silverplated or silver filled 514.734.1789
findings. Complete a basic wire
PROGRAM
wrap. Make a bracelet, necklace and
pair of earings while learning the
PROGRAM
history of pearls. $25 kit fee.
FEATURING 20 IMMORTAL HITS THE LONGEST RUNNING ONE-WOMAN SHOW
Monday April 16 BY EDITH PIAF AND MARLENE DIETRICH! IN BROADWAY HISTORY!
Ricki GoldsteinCRR
CRA 308-34 NEW!
POLYMER CLAY - AMBER
Using imitative amber technique
create an authentic fossil resin look
for jewellery. Bilingual.
Thursday June 7 to 28
Gaby Orbach, BACRR
APRIL 15 > MAY 6, 2018 MAY 22 > JUNE 10, 2018
BY DANIEL GROßE BOYMANN & THOMAS KAHRY WRITTEN BY WILLIAM GIBSON
ADAPTED BY ERIN SHIELDS PRODUCTION SPONSOR
STARRING TOVAH FELSHUH
FROM A TRANSLATION BY SAM MADWAR
DIRECTED BY GORDON GREENBERG
TICKETS: 514.739.7944 CUMMINGS CENTRE MEMBER?
GET A 10% DISCOUNT ON
SEGALCENTRE.ORG SINGLE TICKET PURCHASES!
*Materials not included except
where indicated.
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12 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — CRAFT CENTRECOMPUTERS
COMP 369-01
NAVIGATE YOUR FUTURE
HOW TO USE YOUR iPAD
& DIGITAL MEDIA Learn the power of the iPad and
what you can do with it: e-mail, web
CONTACT browsing, multi-tasking, photos,
LUNI BENDAYAN along with some quick tricks and tips.
514.734.1788 Bring your iPad.
Wednesday April 18 to May 9
Tammy Halpern
Nina and Harry Hart
Computer Learning Centre
COMP 366
iPHONE TIPS & TRICKS ADAPT TO NEW TECHNOLOGIES
iPhones are great at doing basic
things like making calls, sending text As a long-time member of the
messages and checking e-mails but TECH-SAVVY Information Management
they can do much more to automate VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Committee, our most recent goal
our lives and make tasks easier. Learn was to re-vamp the Cummings
some essential tips and tricks to get SEE PAGE 38
website for our existing and
you started. Bring your iPhone.
prospective members. We have
Thursday April 26 to May 17 made it easier to search through
the many offerings available and
Carol Shattner grouped similar courses of
interest together. While some
people prefer to register in person
or by telephone, I highly recommend
using the site as a resource. For
those choosing to register on- line,
we have built a purely transactional
HOLD THE site that is completely secure.
The Social Action
DATE My volunteer commitment
Committee is extends to working in the Tech
pleased to announce a Lounge helping members with
an array of devices allowing them
CAREGIVERS’ to stay in touch with their
grandchildren, download useful
CONFERENCE apps or indulge in on-line shopping.
It is so encouraging for me to see
how well our members can adapt
Featuring experts in the field to new technologies at any age
of caregiving even well into their nineties!
Tuesday, October 9
Gelber Conference Centre Give the new Cummings Centre
website a try, visit cummingscentre.org
- Doug Roseman
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 13GLOB 3108 NEW!
GLOBAL AFFAIRS THE COLD WAR 1947 - 1991
CONTACT An overview of 44 years of tension
MICHELLE LANDER between East and West that set the
514.734.1748 stage of the world we live in today.
Wednesday April 25
Ben Sperer
GLOB 302 / GLOB 302-01
NEWS & VIEWS
GLOB 3109 NEW! An analysis of international and PRIME 3073
national events of the day.
PIVOTAL COUNTRIES - Tuesday April 17 to May 15 NEWS AND VIEWS -
PIVOTAL LEADERS WEST ISLAND
Stan Nachfolger, MA
Discussions will focus on the dynamics — An analysis of national and
of leadership behavior and world Tuesday May 29 to June 12 international news of the day.
powers: USA, Russia, China, Germany, Whether you agree or disagree,
France, Israel and North Korea. Stan Nachfolger, MA News and Views will provide you
Breaking news, ongoing debates and with the opportunity for friendly
PROGRAM | CONTINUING EDUCATION
contemporary global issues will be debate, will stimulate your thought
studied. Engage in interpretive analysis process and keep you current.
TEMP 335 / TEMP 335-01
and critical thinking. Wednesday April 25 to May 9
Monday April 16 to May 28 NEWS & VIEWS - WESTMOUNT
An analysis of international and Stan Nachfolger, MA
Marvin Hershorn, MA national events of the day.
Thursday April 19 to May 17
GLOB 3107 NEW! Stan Nachfolger, MA
INTERNATIONAL SECURITY OR — REGISTER
Thursday May 31 to June 14
INSECURITY ONLINE
An analysis of the struggle for a new Stan Nachfolger, MA CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG
world. Suggested reading 'World Order'
by Henry Kissinger. Published 2014.
Wednesday May 9 to 30
Donald Cuccioletta, PhD
Historian, Professor American
Studies and International Relations BOUTIQUE
Monday - Thursday: 9:30 am - 4 pm
Friday: 9:30 am - 12 pm
GLOB 3110 NEW!
THE ZIONIST IDEA
In honour of Israel’s 70th Anniver- 5700 Westbury Ave.
sary, this course will examine the
intellectual history, the early Zionist 514.734.1770
thinkers and the founders of the state cummingscentre.org/boutique
of Israel. Proceeds from sales support
Thursday April 12 to May 3 Cummings Centre programs.
Cummings Centre members receive
Janie Respitz a 10% discount, the first Monday of
each month.
14 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — GLOBAL AFFAIRS 14SPECIAL
EVENTS
CONTACT
REGISTRATION
514.343.3510
LCT 343 NEW!
PARKINSON'S COGNITIVE RESERVE WITH TIFFANY CHOW
PRESENTED BY THE "NEXT BIG THING" AND "BRAIN HEALTH" COMMITTEES
PUBLIC LECTURE
SEE PAGE 34
PILLARS OF A HEALTHY BRAIN –
THE LECTURE*
PROGRAM | SPECIAL EVENTS
Learn about the pillars of maintaining brain health such as cognitive
stimulation, physical activity and social engagement. We will discuss these
from the perspectives of attitude, activity and lifestyle. Dr. Tiffany Chow,
Medical Director at the University of Southern California Alzheimer’s
Therapeutic Research Institute will introduce strategies to maximize your
cognitive reserve that will motivate your participation in our new programs.
From 2003-2014, Dr. Tiffany Chow was a Senior Clinician-Scientist at the
Rotman Research Institute and Staff Behavioural Neurologist at Baycrest,
Toronto. She is the Medical Director at the University of Southern California
Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research Institute.
Wednesday May 23
$15 member / $22 guest
Gelber Conference Centre
*This event will be webcast.
VLP 305 NEW! ONLINE COURSE
PILLARS OF A HEALTHY BRAIN – THE COURSE
This new interactive online course will guide you in maximizing your cognitive reserve
by exploring attitudes, activities and lifestyles. This course will include access to
recorded video lectures with Tiffany Chow, slide presentations, interactive activities and
quizzes and real-time feedback. There will also be opportunities for peer-to-peer and
intergenerational learning.
Self-study interactive online course to be completed, at your own pace, from home.
$60
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 15SPECIAL
PHOTOGRAPHY
WORKSHOPS
EVENTS
CONTACT
PATRICIA KEHLER
REGISTRATION
514.342.1234
514.343.3510
LOCAL 7250
REGISTER
ONLINE LCT 344 NEW!
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG
YOU GOTTA SING! SING! SING!
WORKSHOPS
A CUMMINGS CENTRE MUSIC EVENT
Sing live, sing together, sing out loud! Led by The Cummings own
EVENTS
IPSUM SECTION
Suzu Enns, musical director of the Rock ‘n Soul Choir and Edward
Enman, piano accompanist, this beautiful moving evening will surely
delight. Harmonize with favourites from yesteryear. This evening is
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appropriate for all music lovers so bring your friends and family of all
ages (young adults and up). Space is limited; registration required in
advance.
PROGRAM
PROGRAM
Wednesday June 6
7 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
PROGRAM
$10
Gelber Conference Centre
ITC-345 NEW!
BIG SONIA, THE MOVIE
In a defunct shopping mall, 91-year-old Sonia – great-grandmother and
Holocaust survivor – runs the tailor shop she has owned for more than
30 years. Facing eviction and forced retirement, Sonia faces her harrowing
past. BIG SONIA offers a portrait of the power of love.
Wednesday June 13
7 - 9 pm
$18 member / $25 guest
Includes refreshments
Segal Centre of Performing Arts,
5170 Côte Sainte-Catherine Road.
16 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — SPECIAL EVENTSSPECIAL
EVENTS
CONTACT
REGISTRATION
514.343.3510
ICT 346 NEW!
SHALOM MONTREAL
This multi-disciplinary exhibit showcases the importance and
contributions of the Jewish community to the City of Montreal.
Includes guided tour.
Thursday May 10
PROGRAM | SPECIAL EVENTS
$18 member / $25 guest
McCord Museum
690 Sherbrooke St. W.
THE WORLD KNEW:
JAN KARSKI’S MISSION FOR HUMANITY
A temporary exhibit at the Montreal Holocaust Museum
from June 7 - August 17, 2018
Accompanied by the free film screening of Karski & the Lords
of Humanity on June 20, 2018 at 7 pm at the Museum
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 17VLP-301 NEW!
BOOKS BOOK CLUB
& WRITING (ONLINE)
Join a book club without even having
CONTACT to leave your house. Meet online with
LUNI BENDAYAN a group of people to discuss books
514.734.1788 and express opinions, likes, dislikes,
etc. in a fun, relaxed and interactive
setting. Materials required: computer
or tablet, internet and speakers. Once
a month.
LIT 376 Fridays
Jenny Fitzgerald, Editor, Mom, Wife
WRITE ABOUT IT $25 year / $10 season
LIT 377
Be it a personal essay, creative
fiction, poetry or any other writing
GET YOUR CREATIVE WRITING
genre, do it in a fun, stimulating and JUICES FLOWING
creative way. Through a series of exercises,
Wednesday April 25 to May 30 Suzanne will guide you along a beautiful
creative path. She will inspire you to
REGISTER feel and experience life through the
WORKSHOPS
Suzanne Reisler-Litwin, B.Ed, MA,
Columnist, The Suburban ONLINE written word.
WRITIING
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG Monday April 23
| IPSUM&SECTION
Suzanne Reisler-Litwin, B.Ed, MA,
Columnist, The Suburban
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PROGRAM
PROGRAM
PROGRAM | BOOKS
ENGAGING ENGAGING SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS FREE LECTURES FOR MEMBERS EACH FRIDAY FREE
CONTACT FOR MEMBERS*
ERICA BOTNER
514.734.1763
10 - 11 AM
Guest speakers present topics in their areas of expertise or interest,
followed by lively discussions. Topics and speakers are announced monthly
and are also available at cummingscentre.org/lectures
TOPICS INCLUDE:
April 13 - Moral & Religious Responses to the Holocaust
April 20 - Healthy Aging Brain
April 27 - Displacement from Conflict, Natural Disaster, Development
and Climate Change.
May 4 - An Update from Seniors Action Quebec
June 1 - Making a Diagnosis in the Emergency Room
For more information contact Erica Botner 514.734.1763.
*Free for members with an
updated 2018 membership.
18 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS —BOOKS & WRITINGVIRTUAL LEARNING Virtual Learning
PROGRAM For adults 50+
CONTACT
ERICA BOTNER Funded by the
514.734.1763 Leonard Albert Family Foundation
erica.botner@cummingscentre.org
VIRTUAL LEARNING PROGRAM
Participate in Cummings Centre lectures, events and discussion groups from
the comfort of your own home. Here are the various ways you can participate:
VLP-300 FREE FOR MEMBERS
VIDEO LIBRARY
Watch Friday lectures and recorded videos of past Cummings FREE
FOR MEMBERS*
Centre lectures and events from experts in the field. Topics include
PROGRAM | VIRTUAL LEARNING
health and wellness, music and art appreciation, global affairs and
tales and travel. Check it out at: virtual.cummingscentre.org
BLOCKBUSTER EVENTS
Watch these events live and have the opportunity to ask speakers your
questions from the comfort of your own home.
April 10 – Parkinson’s Bladder and Bowel
April 17 - The Return of Tao
VLP 305 NEW! ONLINE COURSE
April 18 – A Conversation with the Master
May 23 - Pillars of a Healthy Brain PILLARS OF A HEALTHY
$10/each pay per view Free for ‘super users’ BRAIN – BUILD YOUR
For additional details, see pages 15-16 COGNITIVE RESERVE
This new interactive online course
INTERACTIVE DISCUSSION GROUPS will guide you in maximizing your
cognitive reserve by exploring
Participate in self-directed peer-to-peer discussion groups on a variety of topics. attitudes, activities and lifestyles.
See courses below. This course will include access
to recorded video lectures with
VLP-301 NEW! Tiffany Chow, slide presentations,
BOOK CLUB interactive activities and quizzes
and real-time feedback. There will
Meet online with a group of people to also be opportunities for peer-to-
discuss books and express opinions, peer and intergenerational learning.
likes, dislikes, etc. in a fun, relaxed and
Self-study interactive online course
interactive setting. Meets monthly
to be completed, at your own pace,
online.
from home.
Fridays Live lecture with Tiffany Chow
Jenny Fitzgerald, Editor, Mom, Wife See page 16
$25 year / $10 season
$60
*Free for members with an updated 2018 membership.
VIRTUAL.CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 19SOOTHE
YOUR SOUL
ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK
Learning about the history and social context
of Rock ‘n’ Roll music is what prompted us to
take this course. Being retired, we are always
looking for activities to do together and with
its warm atmosphere, we always feel wel-
come at the Cummings Centre.
- Angela and Yvon Larin
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PROGRAM
PROGRAM | |ARTS WORKSHOPS
CULTURE
IPSUM& SECTION
PER 301 PER 311
PERFORMING ARTS BAND - HEIMISHE HOUR CUMMINGS THEATRE
PROGRAM
CONTACT Love music? Whether you’re a budding Welcome to the wonderful world of
MICHELLE LANDER or an accomplished musician join “make believe.” Discover
514.734.1748 us for an opportunity to meet various acting techniques and styles
others and play in a relaxed and through warm-ups and acting
informal environment. Audience exercises. Then plunge into the
participation welcome at rehearsals. theatrical worlds of comedy, tragedy,
Wednesday April 11 to June 27 storytelling, improvisation and mime.
2 – 3 pm
Wednesday April 11 to May 30
Jacqueline Van de Geer
PER 302
PER 300
CHOIR ROCK ‘N SOUL CHOIR
Join our Rock 'n Soul Choir. Perform
Love to sing? All are welcome! Our hit songs from the 60's and 70's
Friday morning choir offers a relaxed under professional musical direction.
atmosphere for anyone who enjoys
music! A variety of music will be
Learn to sing melodies and harmonies
that made rock n' roll history. No DO YOU LOVE TO SING?
explored this semester as well as experience required but energy and The Cummings Centre is
Yiddish, Hebrew, and popular songs. enthusiasm definitely are required. seeking talented singers to
Call to register. Wednesday April 11 to May 30 join our Friday morning choir.
Friday April 13 to June 29 Concert Thursday May 31 We welcome men and women
who share the love of music.
Ella Wilhelm Suzu Enns, D. Mus. &
Edward Enman
20 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — ARTS & CULTUREMART 3013 NEW!
MUSIC RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN
APPRECIATION After successful careers with other
collaborators, Richard Rodgers and
CONTACT Oscar Hammerstein joined forces
MICHELLE LANDER in 1943 to create Oklahoma,
514.734.1748 revolutionizing the Broadway musical
and establishing the most successful
team in musical theatre. This lecture
will look at their partnership, illustrated
with video clips of their most
successful productions.
MUSIC Thursday April 19
MART 3016 NEW!
APPRECIATION David Novek
OSCARS' MOST MEMORABLE
WITH ROBERT MARKOW AND FUNNIEST MOMENTS
MART 3014 NEW! An in-depth look at the history of
MART 3012 NEW! BROADWAY MUSICALS: the Academy of Motion Picture Arts
and Sciences with video clips of
TCHAIKOVSKY A JEWISH HISTORY some of the most moving, funniest
Jewish songwriters played a key role and exciting moments in the 90-year
PROGRAM | ARTS & CULTURE
Tchaikovsky's Symphonies Nos. 4, 5, in making the Broadway musical a history of the Oscars.
and 6 are among the most beloved in major art form. This two-part Thursday August 23
the entire orchestral repertory. series will look at the greats, including
There are five more that are not nearly Jerome Kern, George and Ira Gershwin, David Novek
as often played. Let's find out what Lorenz Hart, Alan Lerner, Frederick
makes 4, 5 and 6 so popular and Loewe, Stephen Sondheim, Leonard
delve into the beauties and mysteries Bernstein, Richard Adler and Jerry
of the other five. MART 3017 NEW!
Ross. Video clips highlight their
Wednesday May 2 work. HISTORY OF THE BLUES
Thursday May 10 to 17 This course examines the roots of
$16
Robert Markow the blues. The lectures will include
David Novek images, film clips and live music
and the recordings of Bessie Smith,
Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton and
MART 3018 NEW! MART 3015 NEW! many others.
Tuesday April 10 to May 15
PAGANINI COLE PORTER
Nicolo Paganini surpassed every Cole Porter initially found little Craig Morrison,
other violinist in the history of music success. He finally realized what he Ethnomusicologist, PhD
with his dazzling technique, velocity had to do - write Jewish tunes.
and arsenal of special effects. His Cole, who wrote both music and
effect on listeners was magical, lyrics, did just that. Night and Day,
mesmerizing, unforgettable and Begin the Beguine, Love for Sale,
his music is no less so, as some of and My Heart Belongs to Daddy are
today’s violinists will show you in unmistakably Jewish melodies. It is
audio and video examples. an irony that despite the abundance REGISTER
of Jewish songwriters, the one who
Wednesday April 25
wrote the most enduring Jewish ONLINE
Robert Markow melodies was not Jewish. Using CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG
video clips, we’ll look at Cole’s
career and his Broadway successes.
Thursday June 14
David Novek 21
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 21LEISURE - BRIDGE &
PHOTOGRAPHY
WORKSHOPS
SOCIAL GAMES
CONTACT
PATRICIA
LUNI BENDAYAN
KEHLER
514.342.1234
514.734.1788
LOCAL 7250
TWO GREAT OPTIONS BRI 301
BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS PART 2
HOB 308
CANASTA
FOR BRIDGE PLAYERS. Learn responses to opening bids,
one no trump bids and beginning
Have fun learning canasta with its
JOIN US FOR A FUN responses to one of a major.*
strategies and playing of the hand.
Both American and Canadian rules
AFTERNOON WITH Tue & Thur May 22 June 21 are taught.
Wednesday April 11 to May 2
LIGHT REFRESHMENTS. Dorothy Marcus
WORKSHOPS
Susan Wiltzer
SECTION
BRI 302
PAY AS YOU PLAY HOB 308-01
BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS PART 3
| LEISURE
SUPERVISED BRIDGE MODIFIED AMERICAN CANASTA
| PHOTOGRAPHY
Learn how to respond to one of a
| IPSUM
Held at the major and one of a minor openings.* Have fun learning this version of
Shaare Zedek Congregation, Canasta with its strategies and playing
PROGRAM
5305 Rosedale Ave. Tue & Thur June 26 to July 5
of the hand. It's a cross between the
PROGRAM
Tuesday ongoing Canadian and American rules.
Dorothy Marcus
Thursday May 3 to 24
PROGRAM
Fred Hoffer, Norm Cohen
Ellyn Delovitch
— BRI 314
Held at the
Cummings Centre,
PLAY OF THE HAND: HOB-301 / HOB 301-01
BASIC DEFENSE
5700 Westbury Ave.
Hone your declaring skills with this
MAH JONGG - INSTRUCTION
Thursday ongoing Learn this ancient game in an
intermediate course on dummy play.
Also includes basic defense strategies. enjoyable social atmosphere. Mah
Norm Cohen Jongg cards are sold in the Boutique.
HOB Wednesday May 2 to June 6
Tuesday April 17 to June 5
BRI 300 Fred Hoffer Bryna Frankel
BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS PART 1 —
Learn the basic mechanics of the Wednesday May 9 to June 27
BRI 350
game of bridge, the play of the cards,
Bryna Frankel
the principles of bidding and opening REVIEW OF THE BASICS
the bidding.*
Whether you are a newer player or
Tue & Thur April 17 to May 17 HOB 302
have been enjoying the game for a
Dorothy Marcus
bit, benefit from an overview of the
basic conventions and how to apply
MAH JONGG - SUPERVISED
Tuesday June 12 to 26
them.
Tue & Thur Aug. 28 & 30 Bryna Frankel
*Photocopy charge included in fee Fred Hoffer
22 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS - LEISURELEISURE -
SOCIAL GROUPS
CONTACT
LUNI BENDAYAN
514.734.1788
CIRCLE OF FRIENDS 50+
ACTIVE SINGLE WOMEN
SOCIAL CHOM 1000
GEVURAH CLUB
An exciting group of young-at-heart
widowed, divorced and single women.
CLUBS Social group with games and snacks.
Club meets Tuesday afternoons year
You will find a warm place to Clubs meet weekday afternoons, round to provide educational,
develop new and meaningful female September through June, to recreational and social activities.
friendships through social networking, provide educational, recreational Meets weekly in Chomedey.
interesting lectures, theatre and and social activities.*
special events. Tuesday
Registration is ongoing throughout Leader: Claire Nudel
Tuesday the year. Membership required.
Leaders: Ellen Smiley, Florence Simons
SHALOM CIRCLE
PROGRAM | LEISURE
SHOLEM SHTERN YIDDISH Social club where members are en-
couraged to participate in the programs
CULTURAL AND SOCIAL GROUP offered on a weekly basis, including FREE
Discuss Yiddish culture and literature
in an informal group atmosphere.
speakers, entertainment and discussion. CARDS FOR MEMBERS*
Tuesday
Tuesday
Leader: Marge Cracower AND GAMES
Leader: Boris Sela SOCIAL BRIDGE, CARDS,
KALUKI, MAH JONGG, CHESS
RUSSIAN SENIORS AND SCRABBLE
WSG 300 Monday – Friday: Varied Schedule
A weekly gathering, featuring
WIDOWS’ AND WIDOWERS’ entertainment, music and Russian
culture.
SUPPORT GROUP Thursday *Free for members with an updated
You are not alone. This program is Leader: Ella Bazlov 2018 membership.
a joint initiative of the Program and
Social Services Departments.
Monday April 16 to June 11
Leader: Corrie Sirota, MSW, PSW SOCIAL GROUPS
CHOM 137
IN THE WEST ISLAND
STITCH ’N BITCH
Learn how to knit or crochet. Enjoy
a friendly, relaxing afternoon. Work
on personal or community projects.
Meets weekly in Chomedey.
Monday
Leaders: Louise Troyansky, See off-campus insert pages 2 – 5
Rosalind Warhaft
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 23DAY TRIPS &
SUMMER PROGRAMS
CONTACT
514.734.1763
TRAVEL CLUB
IMAGINE A NEW AND
EFFORTLESS WAY TO TRAVEL
A great way to see exciting
destinations - without the hassle TRIP 301 NEW!
of planning the entire trip yourself.
Through day trips and overnight
adventures, the Travel Club offers
HUDSON VILLAGE THEATRE
various types of travel opportunities "Trudeau Stories" - A personal insight into a man and the times that
WORKSHOPS
for Cummings Centre members. Our is "not to be missed". Vital and charming, poignant and very funny,
trips are known for being inclusive, "Trudeau Stories" is a remarkable story about friendship and loss. This
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warm and welcoming and reasonably solo show will be followed by an intimate question and answer period
and refreshments. Lunch and free time on your own prior to the play.
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priced for both solo and couple
participants. All trips are rain or shine. Wednesday May 9
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| IPSUM
*TRAVEL ACTIVITY LEVELS $65 member / $95 guest
PROGRAM
Level 1 – Relaxed Level 1*
PROGRAM
Level 2 – Moderate
Level 3 – Active
PROGRAM
Member price for trips and
events are up to 50% lower than
non-member pricing. TRIP 303 NEW!
TRIP 300
EASTERN TOWNSHIPS /
TRAVEL CLUB OPEN HOUSE COATICOOK
Come and see what trips we have in Let yourself be enchanted by the magic
store for spring and summer 2018. that reigns in Coaticook. Cross the river
Meet the committee and other on the suspension bridge in the gorge,
participants, enjoy refreshments and visit the Beaulne Museum and sample
learn about the trips. Our trips sell the best ice cream in the world at the
out fast so do not miss this chance to dairy farm. Boxed lunch included.
register early. Wednesday June 20
Wednesday April 25
$65 member / $95 guest
Level 2*
Register in advace. Space limited.
24 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS - TRAVELDAY TRIPS &
SUMMER PROGRAMS
CONTACT
514.734.1763
OVERNIGHT
TRIP
TAKE TRIP 306 NEW!
ADVANTAGE OF
MEMBER PRICING THE BEST OF QUEBEC CITY
& CHARLEVOIX
European charm, romantic ambiance, exquisite cuisine, charming hotel
and spectacular landscapes. On this trip you will explore the only
PROGRAM | LEISURE
fortified city in North America and its cobblestone streets, spend a day in
Baie St. Paul and Charlevoix and visit world class museums.
Tuesday August 28 to Thursday August 30
$550 double / $675 single
Level 3*
TRIP 305 NEW! TRIP 304 NEW!
FESTIVAL LANAUDIÈRE
DES ARTS DE Back by popular demand. Eleven
cellists will be performing
SAINT-SAUVEUR music by Piazzola, Faure,
Debussy and Scotto featuring
Stephane Tetrault, the first
A night with the stars. Performers solo-in-residence in the history
from renowned dance companies of Montreal's Orchestre
provide us with an evening to Métropolitain. Includes reserved
remember with both classical and seat under a covered roof and
contemporary repertoire. Dinner on brunch at Ernie and Ellie prior to
your own in Saint-Sauveur prior to the show.
the show.
Sunday July 29
Sunday August 12
$90 member / $125 guest
$90 member / $125 guest Departure from Decarie Square
Departure from Decarie Square Level 1*
Level 2*
CUMMINGSCENTRE.ORG REGISTRATION 514.343.3510 25STRETCH
YOURSELF
TAKE HOLD OF YOUR HEALTH
Working out in the Cummings Workout
Studio allows me to progress with my
unique fitness goals. No matter how I’m
feeling, staff and members are there
encouraging me. I feel so supported.
Being a part of this warm family helps
me to feel stronger.
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- Kimberley Miller
PROGRAM
PROGRAM | IPSUM SECTION
| WELLNESS
| PHOTOGRAPHY
FITNESS THAT’S FUN & FLEXIBLE
PROGRAM
WELLNESS PROGRAM
THE WELLNESS CENTRE WELLNESS POLICY
The programming at the Wellness Centre emphasizes fitness that is functional, fun A fitness assessment is mandatory,
and related to everday movement. The Wellness Centre is uniquely designed for at a nominal fee of $20, for anyone
the adult 50 years and older, keeping in mind that overall health and well-being is who wishes to participate in wellness
physical as well as mental. Small classes, personal attention and monitoring set us programs and activities.
apart. Individual programs developed by the Centre’s professionals emphasize brain
health, physical movement, strength,balance, posture and flexibility. The focus is on In some cases, codes for wellness
empowering and maintaining general health and enhanced quality of life as well as classes are not listed because our
prevention and rehabilitation of injuries, back and joint problems and fall prevention. professionals work with you to find
the best class to fit your needs and
"Exercise is the key to staying strong, energetic, independent and healthy as you interests.
age. You must keep your body fit if you want to be able to enjoy other aspects
of your busy life," says Annette Vezina, Program Manager, Wellness Centre. The
Wellness Centre has a wide array of classes and specialized gym programs that will
help you attain your fitness goals.
Sponsored in part by the Maurice Gross Family Foundation
26 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — WELLNESSCHAIR AEROBICS
FITNESS All exercises are performed seated
in a chair and include movements
CONTACT
that improve coordination,
ANNETTE VÉZINA
flexibility, posture and mobility.
514.734.1782
Tues & Thurs April 10 to June 28
—
Tues & Thurs July 3 to August 23
CARDIO MIX
MOVE AND GROOVE! Keep the mind sharp and the heart MORNING CARDIO
AEROBIC DANCE strong with this energy boosting
class! The aerobic section of the
class will surely get your heart
Improve cardio health, posture,
balance and whole body strength.
CLASSES pumping. Includes mat work,
weighted balls, bars, kettle bells and
A great workout for the brain as well.
Includes mat work, weighted balls,
These fun-filled aerobic classes balance pads. bars, kettle bells and balance pads.
will leave you energized for the
Tues & Thurs April 10 to June 28 Tues & Thurs April 10 to June 28
day! Improve strength, cardio
endurance, posture, balance,
— —
stability and brain function while
engaging in fun cardio dance Tues & Thurs July 3 to August 23 Tues & Thurs July 3 to Aug. 23
PROGRAM | WELLNESS
steps, functional muscular
conditioning and stretches.
WEL 3050
AQUA FITNESS ZUMBA!
This stimulating workout challenges
GROOVE! An aerobic class that feels like a
all muscle groups using water and A simple and refreshing dance party! Experience a very dynamic,
water dumbbells as resistance. Ideal workout which will get you in touch exotic and powerful feeling as you
with your body. Each song has very flow and move to Latin and world
for participants who are overweight simple steps that you dance in your
or suffer from arthritis. YM-YWHA, music!
own unique way.
5400 Westbury Avenue. Monday April 9 to June 18
Monday April 9 to June 18
Tues & Thurs April 10 to August 31
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Diane Dupuis
Monday July 9 to August 20
CARDIO DANCE WEL 3055 / WEL 4055 NEW!
Simple yet stimulating cardiovascular
aerobic dance and step exercises are DANCE FITNESS
followed by balance training, strength Dancing is a great way to get
and posture exercises, as well as and stay fit. Join Maryse in this
relaxing stretches done seated. fun-filled class that will keep you NEW!
moving while exposing you to
Mon & Wed April 9 to June 27 various dance genres. SPECIAL OFFER!
— Tuesday April 10 to July 10 Any participant registered in
No class on May 22 & 29 one of our fitness classes can
Mon & Wed July 4 to August 22 register for the Workout Studio
Maryse Loiselle program for the duration of their
— session.
Tuesday July 17 to Aug. 21
April 9 to June 29 $40
Maryse Loiselle July 3 to August 24 $30
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CONTACT
ANNETTE VÉZINA
514.734.1782
SHAPE & ALIGN! FUNCTIONAL PILATES
YOGA AND PILATES Pilates makes you acutely in tune with
your body by emphasizing proper
CLASSES breathing and correct spinal and
pelvic alignment. Pilates elongates and
strengthens, improving muscle elasticity
and joint mobility. A body with balanced
YOGA strength and flexibility is less likely to be
WORKSHOPS
injured.
Yoga creates strength, awareness
and harmony in the mind, body Group A –
SECTION
and soul. Practice simple Yoga Mon & Wed April 9 to June 27
| WELLNESS
moves and postures, and learn
| PHOTOGRAPHY
basic breathing and relaxation Mon & Wed July 4 to Aug. 22
BOXING
| IPSUM
techniques. Improve sleep, relieve
This high energy class focuses on tension and boost energy levels. —
PROGRAM
coordination and balance and Excellent for improving balance. Evening –
PROGRAM
includes integration of both upper Mon & Wed April 9 to June 27
and lower body exercises. Warm up,
CHAIR YOGA
PROGRAM
breathing technique and proprioceptive
training are emphasized. Led by
Thurs April 12 to June 28
Jessy Thompson.
PILATES STRENGH
Tuesday April 10 to Aug. 28 —
Thurs July 5 to Aug. 23 Emphasizes upper and lower body
Grant Brothers Boxing strengthening, using weights,
2101 TransCanada Highway, Dorval tubing and weighted balls.
— Tues & Thurs April 10 to June 28
Friday April 13 to Aug. 31 YOGA - BEGINNERS
Tues & Thurs July 3 to Aug. 23
Cummings 5700 Westbury Ave. Wed April 11 to June 27
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Tuesday and Friday April 10 to Aug. 31 Wed July 4 to Aug. 22 WEL 381
MEDITATION FOR
BRAIN HEALTH
YOGA - INTERMEDIATE Explore mindfulness strategies
Tues & Thurs April 10 to June 28 for deep relaxation, positivity and
stress management.
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Tuesday April 17 to June 26
Tues & Thurs July 3 to Aug. 23 11 am - 12:30 pm
Joseph Emet
28 CUMMINGS CENTRE PROGRAMS — WELLNESSPOSTURE & BALANCE
FITNESS TRAINING
CONTACT While posture is an often neglected
ANNETTE VÉZINA part of physical training programs, it
514.734.1782 provides a myriad of benefits and can
boost both your physiological functions
and your confidence. This class will
focus on muscular conditioning as well
as specific exercises for improving
posture and balance.
Mon & Wed April 9 to June 27
BALANCE DOESN’T —
Mon & Wed July 4 to Aug 22 TRIM, TONE & BUILD
JUST HAPPEN – BONE – STRENGTHENING
EXERCISES TO ADPF 3046 NEW! CLASSES
IMPROVE STABILITY MOVE TO MUSIC FOR Muscular conditioning is essential
& MOBILITY MOBILITY
in order to maintain muscle mass
and strength, improve bone health,
Dancing improves a variety of physical posture and balance. The following
BALANCE & MOBILITY functions such as coordination, agility, classes will focus full body exercises
TRAINING flexibility, balance and spatial awareness. where light to medium resistance is
PROGRAM | WELLNESS
Under the supervision of a qualified used to challenge the muscles and
Improve your overall strength,
coordination, mobility, agility and dance expert, learn basic dance steps improve overall conditioning and
balance through exercises that to various forms of dance. Enjoy the functional strength.
work all muscle groups. Gain feeling of moving freely to vacation
self-confidence and increase music while boosting self-confidence
mobility so that daily activities can and self-esteem. TOTAL STRENGTH - BEGINNER
be done with ease and energy. Friday, April 13 to Aug. 24 NO MAT WORK
Group A – This muscular conditioning class is
Mon & Wed April 9 to June 27 Maryse Loiselle, BSc.
structured to accommodate a beginner
to intermediate level clientele.
Mon & Wed July 4 to Aug. 22
WEL 3045 Tues & Thurs April 10 to June 28
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Group B –
AIKI-FORM —
Mon & Wed April 9 to June 27 Practice relaxed, centered, defensive Tues & Thurs July 3 to Aug. 23
movements with a partner. Standing
Mon & Wed July 4 to Aug. 22 or sitting, the idea is to get out of
the way of an attack, making power
with body movement and breathing.
The key elements of Aiki-Form are
TOTAL STRENGTH –
ADP 304 breathing, balance, intention and INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED
TAI CHI harmony of movement. WITH MAT WORK
Friday April 13 to June 29 This muscular conditioning class
Develop strength, balance and
coordination. Improve mental incorporates more dynamic
focus and agility. Movements flow Self-Defense movements geared to an intermediate
with grace and fluidity. — to advanced level clientele.
Friday April 13 to June 29
Thursday April 12 to June 28 Mon & Wed April 9 to June 27
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Level 1
Andrew Dearlove, —
Master Tai Chi Instructor Mon & Wed July 4 to Aug 22
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