Events

In this hybrid lecture/performance, accomplished pianist Rocco Dapice will describe and demonstrate different ways that dissonance and resolution are created by composers and musicians and how they mirror our life experience. In official music terms, this involves cadences, consonant vs. dissonant intervals, and chord qualities. Using samples mostly from the jazz genre, he’ll show how […]

Come discuss the month’s social and political issues with your fellow news enthusiasts. With timely and changing international, national, and local issues from the news arenas of government, arts, sports, science, and religion, we welcome all participants to voice their ideas. All points of view are welcome in this lively, thought-provoking, and civil discussion. Feel […]

5 Wednesdays, March 5-April 2; 1:00-2:00 pm Members: FREE; non-members: $25  According to the AARP, bridge is a great social activity and tool for sharpening your mental acuity. Have you ever wanted to learn how to play but felt it was too hard? We’re launching a 5-week intro class just for you! Experienced bridge player […]

Who couldn’t use just a little more joy? Jewish tradition teaches us that joy increases in the month of Adar (beginning on March 1) as we anticipate the festival of Purim (March 14).  Let’s use this tradition to learn how we can infuse simchah (joy) into our daily lives given some of the challenges we […]

Laughter Yoga is a unique exercise routine that combines unconditional laughter with yogic breathing. Laughter reaps many scientific benefits including reduction of stress, anxiety, and depression; lower blood pressure; a strengthened immune system; and much more. Laughter is initially stimulated as a physical exercise and soon leads to real and contagious laughter. Bring your playful […]