January/February 2017 • Tevet/Sh’vat 5777 Purim asquerade Ball M Thursday, March 9 • 2 pm - 4 pm Cocktail or Costume Attire • Live Music Hors D’oeuvres & Wine

$5 Member; $10 non-member (Preregistration required)

Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th day of Adar. Under the rule of King Ahaseurus, Haman, the king’s prime minister, plots to exterminate all of the of Persia. His plan is foiled by Queen Esther and her cousin Mordechai, who ultimately save the Jews of Persia from destruction. The reading of the megillah typically is a rowdy affair, punctuated by booing and noise-making when Haman’s name is read aloud. theJKC.org/heritagecenter Membership

The Heritage Center is a program The Heritage Center is an important part of of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City serving the Jewish Community Center. To ensure older adults. It is made possible that we can provide the best services to our with major funding from the Menorah Heritage Foundation participants, a nominal membership fee has of Greater Kansas City, Jewish been established. Individuals who currently Federation of Kansas City and the have a senior single, senior couple or lifetime United Way of Greater Kansas City. membership of The J automatically qualify for Office Hours 8:30am - 4:30pm a Heritage Center membership without having Mission to pay the $54 annual fee. While membership The mission of the Heritage is not a requirement to participation, members Center is to positively impact our community by creating receive many benefits. opportunities for healthy aging in a welcoming Jewish environment. Membership Highlights Accreditation National Institute of Senior Centers • $54 annual fee

• Receive member-only pricing on Heritage Heritage Center Senior Center programs and services Committee Stephen Feinstein Bonnie Rosen • Attend or enroll in member-only events and Sonny Jaben Phil Rubenstein Billie Lash Vivian Schlozman programs Alice Lewinsohn Ann Stern Rod Minkin Shari Stimetz • Receive early registration for day trips, Mike Rogovein extended travel and special events Meet Committee Member Vivien Schlozman • Prime Times delivered to your home “I first became interested in the Heritage Center when my husband and I began bridge classes with Bob Kleban several years ago. Not only has our bridge become better, but we have made new friends. I am thrilled with the number of different classes offered and the communities that are formed in each of these classes. I wanted to do my part in keeping The Heritage Center a vital and growing part of our lives; therefore, I am happy to serve on its advisory council.” Robin Jaffe & Gala Hanova kc jewish film fest January 6 films screened at The J’s White Theatre 8 - 22 Opening Night: In Search of Israeli Cuisine Sunday, January 8 at 6:30 pm A portrait of the Israeli people Documentary / 97 minutes / Rated G told through food. Viewers are Free pareve dessert reception to follow introduced to the dynamic Israeli food and culture scene with Israeli- born, U.S.-based Mike Solomonov as their guide. The James Beard Award-winning chef travels the country exploring restaurants, home kitchens, wineries and cheesemakers from more than 100 cultures that make up Israel today. Through a procession of mouthwatering dishes, a touch of political context and interviews, a portrait of Israel’s complex culture is projected through its food.

In-person at the White Theatre Box Office: 10am – 2pm Tickets available: by phone: (913) 327.8054 / online: kcjff.org I love coming to The J to do swimming, chair yoga, Bob Gast’s classes and other exercises. I like the friendly staff and people. If they would let me, I would move in.

Myrna Rosenthal

Water Fit Chair Yoga Tuesdays 1:00pm-2:00pm Tuesdays 9:15am-10:15am Indoor Pool Studio 1 Thursdays 1:00pm-2:00pm Thursdays 9:15am-10:15am Cost: Free (Members Only) Cost: Free This class is low-impact and great for those just Chair Yoga includes stretching poses (asanas), breath getting started on an exercise routine. Participants work (prana yama) and meditation for the purpose of must obtain a Heritage Center restricted promoting flexibility and mobility. membership card available at The J Main Reception Instructor: Robin Jaffe Desk. Instructor: Bonnie Pennington

Visiting Nurse January 11 9:00am- Heritage February 8 10:30am Center Cost: Free Meet Blood Pressure readings are offered each month and glucose tests will be available in the odd months. The glucose test does require a 12-hour fast. Appointments Instructor are not required. Barbara Katz Barbara Katz teaches The Heritage Singers. Cardio Fitness She began teaching this class 25 years ago, the Mondays 10:00am-10:45am same time that the Heritage Center opened Tuesdays 10:00am-10:45am its doors. The class meets every Wednesday Wednesdays 10:00am-10:45am MAC Rm morning at 11:00am for one hour. Participants Thursdays 10:00am-10:45am must love to sing. However, ability is not Fridays 10:00am-10:45am necessary. In this class participants have fun Cost: Free singing Broadway songs, folk songs, patriotic This low-impact class focuses on cardiovascular songs and popular songs from every decade. endurance, strength, flexibility and balance. Music not only crosses the generations, it also Participants can sit or stand as exercises can be makes everyone participating feel better. modified for all ages and abilities.

4 Health & Fitness

The following exercise classes are under the direction of an exercise punch card (see prices below). Any of Fitness and Sports at The J. As a benefit to Members questions regarding class time, location, schedule, of The J, those with a senior single or senior couple cancellations or instructors should be directed to the membership may attend these classes. All are free of Group Exercise Coordinator at (913) 327.8081. For the charge to J Members (except Kinesis). Heritage Center latest information on class schedules and cancellations, Members who have paid the $54 membership fee go to facebook.com/jfitkc. (you don’t need a Facebook may participate in these classes through the purchase account to access this page) Exercise Punch Card Qi Gong Cost: 1 punch 5-punch $21 (Members only) 10-punch $35 (Members only) Instructor: Vada Mae Eder Purchase a 5 or 10-punch card and utilize it for Qi Gong uses fluid movements for health and stress the Heritage Center exercise classes listed. Just management. bring your punch card to class and the instructor will take care of the rest. Cards may be purchased Kinesis in the Heritage Center or the Member Experience Cost: 1 punch Desk. A 5-punch card expires after 3 months. A 10-punch card expires after 4 months. Instructor: Varies Kinesis has an emphasis on controlled movements that help promote muscle strength, balance, Gentle Floor Yoga flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Cost: 1 punch Instructor: Varies Gentle Pilates Gentle Floor Yoga classes are designed to open the Cost: 1 punch body, stretch and tone the muscles, increase inner- Instructor: Varies awareness and also bring a sense of peace within. Gentle Pilates is an ordered series of exercises that help build flexibility, muscular strength and Zumba Gold endurance. All floor work. Cost: 1 punch Instructor: Varies Senior Health Insurance free This is an invigorating dance-fitness class filled with a medley of dance styles including merengue, salsa, Counseling for Kansas cha-cha, belly dance, tango, and more. Mondays 2:00pm-5:00pm Wednesdays 9:00am-12:00pm Club Rm 3 One Hour Total Fit Fridays 1:00pm-5:00pm Cost: 1 punch Meet with a Medicare trained volunteer counselor to Instructor: Christine Van Mol learn about Medicare benefits and enrollment processes. One Hour Total Fit is a conditioning class working on Volunteers will explain how Medicare works on its own muscular strength, endurance, balance and flexibility. or with other insurance. Assistance with prescription coverage and supplemental insurance is also provided along with programs that may help you lower your T’ai Chi Medicare costs. All SHICK volunteers are trained by the Cost: 1 punch Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services and Instructor: Alan Karchmer undergo background checks. Visits with a counselor will be available by appointment only on Monday and Friday Gain freedom from potential falls using basic afternoon in Club Room 3. movements to increase balance and flexibility. Call (785) 242.7200 The class is easy to follow and beginners are not only welcomed, but encouraged. to schedule an appointment.

5 Special Events

Movie Matinee – Ben-Hur Monday, January 16 12:45pm Heritage Center Cost: Free Judah Ben-Hur, a prince falsely accused of treason by his adopted brother, an officer in the Roman army, returns to his homeland after years at sea to seek revenge, but finds redemption. (PG-13/ 2hr 5m)

Movie Matinee - Mr. Church

Monday, February 13 12:45pm Heritage Center Cost: Free When a dying mother and her little girl engage the talented cook Henry Joseph Church, a six-month arrangement extends into a fifteen year one. Mr. Church willingly accepts the responsibility of being the sole bread winner, chef, and teacher of the arts, supporting Charlotte and her mother while creating a genuine loving environment as a member of this unlikely family. Based on a true story. (PG-13/1hr 45m)

It’s nice to be able to have a place to go. I’ve gotten reaquainted with old friends. The exercise classes are great.

Rochelle Mitz

6 Recreation

Pins & Friends Bridge Lessons & Play

Mondays 1:00-2:30pm AMF College Lanes Mondays 1:00pm-4:00pm Heritage Center Cost: $5 Cost: Member Free; Non-Member $2 The Heritage Center has partnered with AMF Want to get back in the game but need to refresh College Lanes to offer you an opportunity to do some your skills? Each week instructor Bob Kleban teaches bowling with your friends at an extremely reduced a bridge lesson to help keep your skills sharp. price. For just $5, you will get a lane, your shoes, and The lesson is followed by open play with other 1.5 hours of bowling! AMF College Lanes is located students. New players contact the Heritage Center at 10201 College Blvd. in Overland Park. at (913) 327.8046 for more information. For more information, please call Debra Brown at (913) 327.8046. Preregister by calling (913) 327. 8044. Chess Tuesdays 1:00pm-4:00pm MAC Rm Mahjong Lessons Cost: Free Interested in Mahjong lessons? Mahjong is a game Whether a current player or new to chess, this club of skill, strategy and calculation with a degree of is great to keep your skills fresh. Just as CHESS is a chance as well. It is of Chinese origin, played by four challenging game, its origin is a difficult puzzle. It persons with tiles resembling dominoes bearing has been written that the game of CHESS began in various designs, which are drawn and discarded until India around 600 C.E., then in Persia around one player wins with a hand designated on the card/ 700 C.E. Whatever its origin, it has always been rules. Leave your name with the Heritage Center known as a game of Kings and of battles won receptionist (913)327.8044. When there are 4 or and lost. New players of all ages and abilities are more interested participants, we’ll start a new class. welcome and encouraged to attend. Heritage Singers Wednesdays 11:00am-12:00pm Heritage Center Cost: Free Experience the camaraderie and gain some insight into the wonderful world of music with Barbara Katz. Participants sing together while learning about old and new music. Drama BINGO Mondays 11:00am-12:00pm Conf Rm A Cost: Member Free; Non-Member $3 January 25 2:00-3:00pm MAC Rm February 22 With over 20 years experience as a drama instrutor, Marilyn Cost: Free Harrison leads this interactive Join in on the fun as the Heritage Center provides and enjoyable class. Walk-ins you an afternoon of prizes, refreshments and fun! welcome. There will be opportunities for everyone in the crowd to win something with the special prizes going to the many winners of the game we call, Bingo! 7 Nutrition

Café Don’t feel like cooking? How about Heritage Center Lunch Program keeping a little bit of J Cafe in your freezer for a quick and easy meal? Reservations/Cancellations J Cafe is Vaad Supervised. Call (913) 327.8043 The following items are available for sale: Lunch is $6 for individuals 65 and older. Assorted 1/2 doz Cookies (D) $3 Fee for non-members and individuals Blintzes (D) $7 younger than 65 is $8. Cabbage Rolls (M) $7 Soup (M) $4 Service is at Noon. Walk-ins after 10 Mushroom Barley Soup (D) $4 am without prior reservation will be charged $8 and accommodated upon Salmon Patties (D) $5 availability. Alternative entrees of Spaghetti Sauce (M) $4 garden salad, egg salad, gefilte fish or Tuna Casserole (D) $5 tuna salad are available with prior notice by 10 am.

Medicare & You Sunday, February 19 1:00pm-3:00pm Heritage Center Anyone about to turn 65 or already receiving Medicare should attend this class. Open Season for making changes to your plan will run from October 15 thru December 7. The class will be taught by Larry Green, HIA, MHP, a retired 40-year veteran of the health insurance industry, specializing in regulatory compliance. Larry will discuss Medicare eligibility and enrollment, Parts A and B of Medicare, Prescription Drug Program, Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage Plans. Please bring your Medicare handbook(s). Copies will be provided if you have yet to receive it.

8 M T W Th F 2 4th of Tevet 3 5th of Tevet 4 6th of Tevet 5 7th of Tevet 6 8th of Tevet

Pastrami Sandwich (M) Tuna Casserole (D) Salami & Potatoes (M) Frittata (D) Cabbage Roll (M)

Book Club 1pm 4:54pm 9 11th of Tevet 10 12th of Tevet 11 13th of Tevet 12 14th of Tevet 13 15th of Tevet

Bagel & Lox (D) Eggplant Parmigiana (D) Chili (M) Russian Salad (M) Tilapia (D)

Feel Grand Series 11:00am VNA 9:00am 5:01pm 16 18th of Tevet 17 19th of Tevet 18 20th of Tevet 19 21st of Tevet 20 22nd of Tevet

Mushroom Barley Soup Salmon Patty (D) Pizza (D) Turkey Sandwich (M) Baked Chicken (M) (D)

Movie Matinee 12:45pm Aging Well 11:00am 5:09pm 23 25th of Tevet 24 26th of Tevet 25 27th of Tevet 26 28th of Tevet 27 29th of Tevet

Spaghetti & Meat Sauce Matzo Ball Soup (M) Taco Salad (D) Tuna Salad (D) (M) Brisket (M)

Are You Covered 11:30am Bingo 2:00pm 5:17pm 30 3rd of Sh’vat 31 4th of Sh’vat D=Dairy Tomato Soup & Grilled Blintzes (D) Cheese (D) M=Meat January

M T W Th F 1 5th of Sh’vat 2 6th of Sh’vat 3 7th of Sh’vat

February Salami & Potatoes (M) Egg Salad (D) Baked Salmon (D)

Book Club 1pm 5:25pm 6 10th of Sh’vat 7 11th of Sh’vat 8 12th of Sh’vat 9 13th of Sh’vat 10 14th of Sh’vat

Tuna Melt (D) Russian Salad (M) Meatball Sub (M) Salmon Patty (D) Stuffed Chicken (M)

Feel Grand Series 11:00am VNA 9:00am 5:33pm 13 17th of Sh’vat 14 18th of Sh’vat 15 19th of Sh’vat 16 20th of Sh’vat 17 21st of Sh’vat

Bagel & Lox (D) Quiche (D) Turkey Sandwich (M) Chili (M) Cabbage Roll (M)

Movie Matinee 12:45pm Aging Well 11:00am 5:41pm 20 24th of Sh’vat 21 25th of Sh’vat 22 26th of Sh’vat 23 27th of Sh’vat 24 28th of Sh’vat

Veggie Burger (D) Pizza (D) Hot Dog (M) Tuna Casserole (D) Brisket (M)

Bingo 2:00pm 5:49pm 27 1st of Adar 28 2nd of Adar D=Dairy Taco Salad (D) Frittata (D) M=Meat

9 Education

Conversation Café Wednesdays 12:30pm-1:30pm Conf Rm A Cost: Member Free; Non-Member $3

Led by Bob Gast, cafés are unique because their intent is to foster inquiry, involving minds and hearts, rather than debate. No registration required. Hot Topics: Jewish News, Ideas and Culture

Thursdays 11:00am-12:00pm Board Room Cost: Member Free; Non-Member $3

This series features a spotlight on the most talked about and meaningful issues of our time. Led by popular facilitator, Bob Gast. No registration required. *Location may vary. Pick up a schedule of locations and cancellations at the Heritage Center or in class from the instructor.

Tech Time: Web Help NEW

Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00am-12:00pm Skills Lab/HC Cost: Free

Do you need an introduction to Facebook? Are you wondering what Instagram and Snapchat are? Do you need a hand downloading apps onto your phone or tablet? Or are you just needing help navigating your way through the basic setup of your phone? If you’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Get help with these and many other technological conundrums from Hannah Michelson, J staff member and internet whiz. This course is designed to offer tailored help regarding questions you have surrounding the internet, social media, e-mail, and mobile devices. No device repair is offered. To schedule an appointment, please call (913) 327. 8044. Appointments must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. 10 Are You Covered? NEW

Monday, January 23 11:30am Board Room Cost: Free

Do you know what’s really covered by your auto insurance policy? Do you know what to look for in an agent, company and policy? Do you know how to get the best deals? Tim Harmon of AAA will help you understand your insurance needs and coverages by explaining what each part of an auto insurace policy means and how to best protect your assets. He will also explain what to look for when choosing an Emergency Roadside Service arrangement. Preregister with the Heritage Center reception desk (913) 327.8044. Book Club 1st Thursdays January 5 1:00pm-2:00pm Conf Rm A Cost: Free February 2 Books are provided by the Heritage Center through the Johnson County Library. A new title is distributed at each meeting and discussed at the next. Join Kathy Boutros in this interactive offering and enjoy being one of the first to read some of the best books released! For more information please call (913) 327.8046.

Judaic Studies Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00pm Conf Rm A Cost: Free Thursdays 11:00am-12:00pm Conf Rm A Cost: Free

This introductory course for Russian speaking students will explore the many philosophical and methodological questions which emerge from the study of religious thought. Instructor: Svetlana Sorkin ESL Tuesdays 9:30am-11:00am Conf Rm A Cost: Free Thursdays 9:30am-11:00am Conf Rm A Cost: Free

This course for Russian speaking students introduces the basic structures and vocabulary of the English language through the skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students learn strategies in order to advance their reading, listening and pronunciation skills. Instructor: Svetlana Sorkin

NEW

Wednesday,Travel February Club 8, 11:00am, Mtg. Conf. Rm. A Do you like to travel but don’t like to go alone? In the Heritage Center’s new travel club, meet new friends and connect with others who enjoy an interest in traveling. The travel club will share ideas and help plan, arange and execute trips for the Heritage Center. The club may also host guest speakers or travelogues. If you are interested in joining the club, contact the Heritage Center at 913-327-8044. This club meets the first Wednesday of each month.

11 Education

Aging Well: Supplement Smarts Tuesday, 11:00am-12:00pm Board Room Cost: Member Free; Non-Member $3 January 17 Most seniors use supplements. However, few of us realize that they are not regulated, that they may include ingredients which are dangerous for certain conditions that we have, that they may interfere with medications that we take, and that stores which sell them lack specific knowledge about them. Attend this presentation and gain the knowledge to become a wiser consumer. Please preregister by calling (913) 327.8044.

Aging Well: Aging Beyond 100 Tuesday, 11:00am-12:00pm Board Room Cost: Member Free; Non-Member $3 February 14

What can we learn from comparisons of different human populations as well as various animal studies, and what are the sociological implications? Attend this presentation for thought provoking insights. Please preregister by calling (913) 327.8044.

Right at Home - Feel Grand Series NEW 2nd Wednesdays 11:00am-12:00pm Conf Rm A Cost: Free January 11, Februay 8 The Heritage Center is teaming up with Right at Home In-Home Care and Assistance to provide you four special video episodes of public television’s Feel Grand with Jane Seymour. Feel Grand with Jane Seymour provides insight on what you need to know about aging, how to prevent illness, what to do if it does strike and most importantly, how to get the most out of what should be the grandest time of life. Right at Home, In-Home Care & Assistance’s registered nurse Mary Landes will lead a question and answer session following. Preregister by calling (913) 327.8042.

January 11 – Sex Re-Education; February 8 – Heart Health

12 Lynn Poskin, Babs Lowenstein, Jenny Isenberg Fine Arts

Creative Beginnings Ceramics Tuesdays, Mondays, Ceramic 1:00pm-3:00pm Art Studio 10:00am-11:30am Jan 1 - Mar 7 Feb 6 - Apr 24 Studio Cost: $70 per 8 week session (Members Only) Thursdays Ceramic 12:30pm-2:00pm Find your inner-creativity in this brand new studio Feb 9 - Apr 27 Studio offering with instructor Gayle Faulkner. This class Cost: $90 per 12 week session (Members Only) is for beginner to advanced students and will cover Students work with raw clay to create individual a variety of media with an emphasis on water color works through pinch, coil and slab methods. Your for this first session. Learn about composition, color, personal masterpiece will be hand-built, glazed and and value relationships, as well as the elements and kiln-fired all here at the Heritage Center. Supplies principles of design. Supplies included. Skill Level: included. Skill Level: All Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced. Foundations of Art 10:00am-12pm Wednesdays, Feb 12:30pm-2:30pm Art Studio 8 - Apr 26 3:00pm-5:00pm Cost: $90 per 12 week session (Members Only) This is an introductory art class where students explore a variety of well-known painting, drawing and mixed media techniques to determine their Dorene Manvitz personal areas of interest. Supplies included. Skill Level: Beginner. 13 Fine Arts

Dee Bell Advanced Painting/ Drawing/Portraits Mondays, 12:00pm-2:00pm Art Studio Feb 6 - Apr 24 2:30pm-4:30pm Cost: $90 per 12 week session (Members Only) Students use their acquired skills to create works of art in a variety of media. Students select their own subject matter and work individually to create works of art specific to their liking. Supplies included. Skill Level: Advanced. Painting/Drawing/Portraits

Thursdays, 10:00am-12:00pm Art Studio Feb 9 - Apr 27 2:30pm-4:30pm Cost: $90 per 12 week session (Members Only) Choose from a variety of media to create works of art. Students select their own subject matter and work individually. Gentle guidance is given to learn new techniques. Supplies included. Bill Craig Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate 14 Coming Soon

Passover Luncheon Thursday, March 30, 11:30am

Join us as the Heritage Center will once again be hosting a delicious seder meal. Enjoy matzo ball soup, baked chicken and other traditional Passover foods. The seder begins at 11:30am and will be led by a local rabbi. Invite your family and friends as this luncheon is open to anyone and everyone! Prepaid, non-refundable reservations are required by March 24. Cost: Member $10; Non-Member $15

This day shall be to you one of remembrance: you shall celebrate it as a festival to the L-rd throughout the ages; you shall celebrate it as an institution for all time. Seven days you shall eat unleavend bread;.. – Exodus 12:14-15

15 Important Numbers

The J Main Reception Desk...... (913) 327.8000

Heritage Center Reception Desk...... (913) 327.8044

Transportation...... (816) 777.1115

Sandra Greason, Director...... (913) 327.8042

Debra Brown, Program Coordinator....(913) 327.8046

Karol Shadle, Receptionist...... (913) 327.8044

Kitchen/Janie Weeks...... (913) 327.8043

Contributions

Contributions The Heritage Center’s Tree of Life is a great opportunity to remember and honor someone you love. A gift of just $100 or more will purchase an engraved leaf that will proudly be displayed on the Tree of Life located within the Heritage Center. See a member of the Heritage Center staff for more information. Remember the Heritage Center in your will or trust!

Thank You to our September/October donors

Sam & Janice Balot Genzyme Corporation Tom & Alice Lewinsohn Arlene Shalinsky Tootie Brown Paul & Elinor Gershon Kim Matsil Khatskel Shvartsblat Rose Carr Eugene & Elaine Goldstein Michael & Sharon Milens Merna Siegler Richard & Lina Conway Phyllis Grant Chuck & Jennifer Luchen Louis & Carly Stein Kerry Cosner Susan Kivett Shirley Novorr Judy Winas Malcolm Frank Judy Krug M Rosenbloom Victor Wishna Thank You to our funders

Menorah Heritage Foundation