The J offers many programs that address the minds, bodies, and souls of our more experienced members.
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Ages 65+ — be sure to ask for your 10 percent discount off membership!
Send your programming questions to Director of Special Projects Zoe Weil.
LJCC membership is not required for the following:
All are welcome to attend these services on Fridays at 11 a.m. unless otherwise noted. RSVP required (two days prior, please); complimentary lunch included:
- January 24 with Rabbi Henkin
- February 7 with Rabbi Friedman
- March 7 with Cantor Wittner
- April 4 with Rabbi Henkin
- May 9 with Rabbi Friedman
- August 29 with Rabbi Friedman
- September 12 with Rabbi Wright
- October 24 with Rabbi Henkin
- November 7 with Rabbi Friedman
- December 19 with Rabbi Wright
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Join the Roz Feigelson Circle of Life Knitting Group that meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. No experience necessary.
Do you have questions about Jewish law, tradition, or history? Join Rabbi Yossi Friedman for an open conversation about all things Jewish as part of our monthly lunchtime series that explores pretty much whatever you’ve ever wanted to know about the world of Judaism.
September 9
“Exploring Good & Evil”
Tackling the Jewish understanding of free will, the yetzer hara | evil inclination, and how the tradition sees morality and temptation.
November 11
“Chosen People?”
A discussion of what chosen-ness really means in Jewish thought: privilege, responsibility, misunderstanding, and modern perspectives.
December 9
“Jewish Identity in a Christian Culture”
A talk about what it means to be Jewish in a majority-Christian society — especially in December.
January 13
“Heaven, Hell, and the World to Come”
A return to big questions: What does Judaism say about the afterlife, the soul, and the messianic era?
February 10
“Angels, Demons & Dreams: Mysticism in Judaism”
An engaging session on Kabbalah, supernatural beliefs, and how traditional Judaism approaches mystical ideas.
(March TBD)
May 12
“Why Do Bad Things Happen?”
How does Judaism confront suffering, injustice, and tragedy?
Membership not required.
Our oral history program, Southern Jewish Voices, uses a live-interview format to present stories about Jewish life in Birmingham.
Complimentary tickets include lunch.
See what’s coming up, get tickets, and view past SJV events.
Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m.
Neither membership nor registration is required to attend this free weekly class.
Join us for some relaxing tai chi lessons in the senior lounge. Galina Waites will be instructing this journey into mindfulness as a partner with United Way of Central Alabama. Everyone is welcome. No prior experience required.
In partnership with the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Office of Service Learning and Undergraduate Research, The J is excited to offer a helpful course to support members with using smartphones and other technology.
Each class will include a short lesson on a specific topic, followed by time to ask questions or get help with your own devices.
LJCC membership is required for the following:
If you are uncertain about where to start your fitness journey or are ready to set new goals, personal training could be right for you.
Our personal trainers will evaluate your current status, teach you the fundamentals of exercise technique, and recommend particular exercises specific to your needs. They will teach you how to exercise properly in order to achieve weight goals, increase strength, and perform everyday functional movements to decrease the risk of injury.
Send queries to Director of Fitness Camari Princewill.
The J offers dozens of group fitness classes, including many that are geared specifically for seniors:
- Aqua Aerobics
- Body Balance
- Chair Yoga
- Creative Movement
- J-Move
- Retro Aerobics
- Yoga (with instructor Nan)
- Zumba Gold
Learn more and see schedules here. Send queries to Fitness Director Camari Princewill.
While an LJCC membership is required to participate in group fitness classes, reservations are not necessary.