1. health and fitness

Summer Classes & Programs
May–August 2015
Inside:
Classes, programs and workshops | Trips and excursions | New Master Classes
Fitness Center schedule | New activities | Registration forms
3101 Fallstaff Road | Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 358-6856 | fax (410) 358-1816
www.Myerberg.org
Spend Your Summer
at the Myerberg Center
Planning a staycation—all the perks of a vacation while staying at home—this summer?
Spend your days learning, growing, staying fit and staying connected—all at the Edward A.
Myerberg Center.
• Awaken your inner artist with a drawing class for beginners
• Learn something new with college-level Master Classes
• Explore beautiful sights while visiting the Grounds for Sculpture
• Add a fun aerobics class in your busy schedule with the flex plan
• Expand your musical knowledge with the Summer Music Series
• Plus many more experiences every day at the Myerberg!
Throughout the year, the Myerberg Center provides more than 140 classes, programs, and special
events for our 1,200 participants. Every day, active adults age 55 and over enjoy stimulating classes,
supportive services, and a warm, friendly environment where they feel welcome. Our bright, beautiful
facility in northwest Baltimore features a large state-of-the-art fitness center, sun-filled art studios, and
well-appointed lounges perfect for casual conversation. Knowledgeable instructors and friendly staff
make sure that every question is answered and every member is included.
Spend your days
learning…
creating…
thriving…
at the
Edward A. Myerberg Center.
Index of Programs and Classes
Summer Trips..........................................3
Special Programs for Men..................5
Master Classes........................................6
Educational & Cultural Classes.........9
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg
Foundation Fitness Center.............. 11
Fitness Classes .................................... 12
Art Classes............................................. 16
Everyday Experiences....................... 18
Let’s Get Together.............................. 18
Staff List & Board of Directors........ 20
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Registration Information
May–August 2015
Registration Dates: Registration is accepted until all
classes, programs, and trips are full. Classes may be
cancelled if minimum registration is not met 14
days prior to class start. Please register early to
guarantee programs.
Trip Cancellation/Refund Policy: If requested, a full
refund for a trip will be given if written notice is received
no later than 30 days before departure. In cases where
tickets have been purchased, the ticket price will not be
refunded unless the tickets can be resold. Within 30 days
of departure, no refund will be made unless a substitute
participant is available. If the Myerberg Center cancels the
trip, the trip fee will be refunded in full.
Membership: Annual membership to the Myerberg
Center is $42, and gives members exclusive benefits,
such as reduced fees for classes and programs, unlimited
use of the library and game rooms, and access to
members-only programs.
Center Closings and Reduced Hours:
• M onday, May 25 (Memorial Day/Shavuot)—
Center will be closed
Register Early: Priority Registration runs from April 1–30,
2015. Myerberg Center members receive a discount on
class and program fees if they register during Priority
Registration. The discounted registration fee for classes
and programs is available to current, paid-in-full
Myerberg Center members.
In case of power outage, inclement weather, or other
emergencies that may force a sudden closure, check
www.myerberg.org or WBAL-TV (Channel 11) for updates.
Parking: The Myerberg Center provides ample, free
parking in our lot directly adjacent to the building.
Payment: Full payment for all activities is required at the
time of registration. Payment is accepted by cash, check,
Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express.
To discuss other financial arrangements, please contact
the Membership and Registration Office at (410) 358-6856.
It is a policy of the Myerberg Center to encourage
participation by all older adults regardless of their
ability to pay.
Refunds and Cancellations: No refunds will be given on
registrations or membership fees unless the class, program,
or trip is cancelled. The Myerberg Center reserves the
right to cancel any class, program, trip, or event due to
unforeseen circumstances. Should it be cancelled, a full
refund will be given.
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Summer Trips
Get out and have fun! This summer, the Myerberg Center will host exciting trips to explore new adventures and see interesting
sights. Join your friends—or make new ones—on these nearby excursions, only short bus rides away. Seats are limited and sell
out quickly, so register early! Trips depart from Baltimore Hebrew Congregation’s rear parking lot.
*Trips vary in intensity due to the variety of locations. Please read trip descriptions carefully and call the Myerberg if you have
mobility concerns. Whenever possible, the Myerberg will try to help you with reasonable accommodations, however some
historic or outdoor sites may not be accessible to all participants.
Visit Grounds for Sculpture
Wednesday, May 27
Visit this beautiful sculpture garden near Trenton, NJ on this all-day experience. Established by Seward Johnson of the
Johnson and Johnson family, this 42-acre art mecca features exhibitions with over 270 sculptures. Ticket price includes a
box lunch: choice of turkey club, tuna wrap, grilled quinoa salad, vegetable salad, chicken, plus salad, chips, and drink. Please
indicate your choice when registering. Kosher meals are not available at this location.
**This trip requires considerable walking. There may be seats available on a tram, but they must be booked by May 4th without
exception and spaces are limited. Those riding the tram may not be able to see all exhibits. **
Schedule:
8:30am...............depart from Baltimore Hebrew Congregation
11:00am............arrive at Grounds for Sculpture
12:00pm............lunch
3:00pm..............depart for Baltimore
Day
Date
Time
Member Fee
Non-Member Fee
Wednesday
5/27 8:30am–5:30pm
$85/$95 $130
Baltimore Hallmarks Tour
Visit the Hampton Mansion, Sports Legends Museum and Babe Ruth Museum
Thursday, June 11
Explore Baltimore’s storied history though a visit to three of Baltimore’s most interesting sights. Start off at the Hampton
Mansion in Towson with a guided tour of the house, grounds and slave quarters. Then enjoy a Lombard Street lunch at
Camden Yards and tour the fascinating Sports Legends Museum. Finally, stop at the Babe Ruth Museum, featuring several
exhibits highlighting the life of Babe Ruth. Ticket price includes a box lunch: choice of corned beef, roast beef, tuna salad or
veggie sandwiches, plus a drink. Please indicate your choice when registering. Kosher meals are not available at this location.
Schedule:
9:30am...............depart from Baltimore Hebrew Congregation
10:00am............arrive at Hampton Mansion
12:00pm............depart for lunch
12:30pm............arrive at Camden Yards
2:00pm..............arrive at Babe Ruth Museum
3:00pm..............depart
Day
Date
Time
Member Fee
Non-Member Fee
Thursday $65
6/11 9:30am–3:00pm
$40/$45
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Baltimore Museum of Art
Thursday, July 16
Join us for an excursion to the Baltimore Museum of Art’s updated American Wing. Hop on a school bus for the short
drive to the Museum for a guided tour with the Myerberg’s art teacher and trip specialist, Janet Gold. Have lunch with
your friends at Gertrude’s followed by more time to enjoy the museum on your own. Lunch at Gertrude’s is not included in
trip fee.
Schedule:
9:30am...............depart from Baltimore Hebrew Congregation
10:00am............arrive at Baltimore Museum of Art
11:30am............lunch
1:00pm..............explore Baltimore Museum of Art
2:30pm..............depart
Day
Date
Time
Member Fee
Non-Member Fee
Thursday
$55
7/16
8:30am–3:30pm
$20/$25 Become a Myerberg Member!
Membership to the Edward A. Myerberg Center entitles you to participate in all the programs
and activities that enhance your life, and all the fun that comes with being part of an exciting
community. Join today for these exclusive member benefits.
reduced fees for educational classes and special programs
unlimited use of the spacious library and game rooms
access to unique members-only programs
free programs such as Every Day Experiences, Senior Sundays and Together with Toba
early notification of exciting special events and programs
discounted fitness center classes and personal training
For more information about becoming a Myerberg Member, visit
www.myerberg.org/membership.
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Special Programs for Men
Bagel Boys Men’s Club
Presented by the Linda & Harvey Litofsky Foundation and Harriet Stulman
The Bagel Boys Men’s Club meets at the Myerberg Center every Monday at 10:00am. Enjoy coffee, bagels, and guest
speakers while engaging in interesting discussions on a variety of topics ranging from health to history. Men’s Club
Membership is only $25 for Myerberg Members for the May–August trimester.
*No session will be held Monday, May 25 in recognition of Memorial Day.
Men’s Boot Camp—Exclusively for Men’s Club Members!
Do you need to burn off Monday’s bagels? Are you looking for a motivating class that doesn’t involve dancing or poses
on the floor? Then this class is for you! Our in-house coach, Ross Wilson, will lead the group in weight training and cardio
exercises, all with appropriate adaptations for your fitness level and mobility restrictions. Improve muscle tone, bone
strength, cardiovascular health, balance, and overall wellness through healthy exercise with your friends.
Instructor: Ross Wilson; Number of Sessions: 18
Day
Date
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Wednesdays $85/$90 $120
5/6–9/2 10:00–11:00am Save the Date!
The Edward A. Myerberg Center’s Annual Spring Fundraiser:
The Broadway Tenors in Concert
Thursday, June 4, 2015, 7:00pm
Baltimore Hebrew Congregation
7401 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, 21208
Three of musical theater’s celebrated leading men captivate you as they recreate the roles
they have played on Broadway and on stages all over the world. Their fully staged and
choreographed theatrical show creates an enchanting evening of entertainment, as they
perform songs from Jersey Boys, Les Miserables, Chicago, The Phantom of the Opera, and The
King and I, plus more of your favorites!
Patron: $125
Includes priority seating, and an exclusive CD signing & dessert reception with
The Broadway Tenors following the concert
General Admission: $50
To make your reservation, go to www.myerberg.org/broadway or call Kathy Clevenger or
Toba Morganstein at the Myerberg Center 410-358-6856.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
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Master Classes
Learn something new every day at the Myerberg! New college-level courses feature enriching sessions that will sharpen and
enhance the minds of lifelong students.
NEW! Art Styles Refresher: Which –ism Is It?
During the Renaissance, artists made great strides in presenting realism in their artwork. Paintings from this time looked
more like the real world, and had believable depth and figures that actually looked human. With the introduction of
Modern Art, the whole purpose of art changed. Artists were no longer interested in using their canvases as a window
to the world. They were instead focused on the canvas as a surface for their thoughts and ideas and feelings. As a result
there was an explosion of art styles: Impressionism, Fauvism, Expressionism, Surrealism, Dada, Minimalism, etc. What
influenced the creation of some of these styles? What do the styles look like? Who were some of the artists practicing
each of these styles? This course provides a “refresher” on the history of these styles and more.
Instructor: Ann Wiker; Number of Sessions: 3
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Thursdays 5/21–6/4 1:00–2:30pm $55/$60
$85
Package pricing also available; see package pricing information
Non-Member Fee
NEW! Glimpses of Indian Culture: Women, Art, Religion
India’s culture and civilization date back some 4,500 years ago. People in this diverse country of 1.2 billion speak 22
scheduled languages, worship in temples, mosques, churches and synagogues, and follow their own customs. Beginning
with the significance of Namaste, the way Indians greet each other, we will discuss the role of women in Indian society,
the class and caste system, and the impact of diverse religions on India’s art and architecture. Through the medium of
slides, videos and stories, participants will experience this fascinating country, the world’s largest democracy, which has
stepped on to the world stage. Instructor: Lalita Norohna; Number of Sessions: 4
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Thursdays
See package pricing information
6/4–6/25 10:00–11:30am Non-Member Fee
Package Pricing
The more Master Classes you take, the more you save! Choose a package based on the number of courses you wish to attend.
One four-week course Member Fee (Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
$75/$80
$105
Two four-week courses $125/$135
$160
Three four-week courses $155/$160
$195
One three-week and
three four-week courses $175/$190
$220
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NEW! Dance in the Great Musicals
At the beginning of the 20th Century the new-fangled invention the moving camera did not do justice to dance on film.
Later, during the 1940’s, 1950’s, and early 1960’s, often called the “Golden Age” of musical theatre, some of the fabulous
musical-films we love today were produced. Films including Flying to Rio, Top Hat, Oklahoma, Show Boat, Seven Brides for
Seven Brothers, and The King and I introduced exciting dance treasures to the silver screen. How did dance on film evolve?
Silent film stars Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin, Rudolf Valentino, and finally productions by Busby Berkeley led to solving
the puzzles of how to put dance, a three-dimensional art, onto a two-dimensional screen. We’ll see the history of dance
on film and look at works of some of the great dance directors and choreographers, like Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, Agnes de
Mille, Jerome Robbins, Gower Champion and Michael Kidel, who brought about the needed changes.
Instructor: Patti Enoch; Number of Sessions: 4
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Thursdays
See package pricing information
7/9-7/30 10:00–11:30am Non-Member Fee
NEW! George Gershwin: The Man I Love!
George Gershwin was the last person one would have thought to be likely to succeed. He came from ordinary immigrant
parents, grew up in New York City, and never finished high school. His talent, however, was clearly in music and was first
noticed when he wrote “Swanee” at the age of 19. After Al Jolson recorded “Swanee,” Gershwin wrote a string of hits—
”Rhapsody in Blue” in 1924, “An American in Paris” in 1928 and “Porgy and Bess” in 1936. Gershwin had a unique feel for
the American popular song and for American popular culture. Although his songs are almost a century old, they work as
well now as they did then. Rediscover this American success story. Instructor: Patti Enoch; Number of Sessions: 4
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Thursdays
See package pricing information
8/6–8/27 10:00–11:30am Non-Member Fee
Package Pricing
The more Master Classes you take, the more you save! Choose a package based on the number of courses you wish to attend.
One four-week course Member Fee (Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
$75/$80
$105
Two four-week courses $125/$135
$160
Three four-week courses $155/$160
$195
One three-week and
three four-week courses $175/$190
$220
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NEW! Summer Music Series with David Golaner
Take just one course, or take all three and save! Package Price: $85 for priority Member registration, $90 for regular
Member registration and $130 for Non-Member registration
Marvin Hamlisch: One Singular Sensation
When Marvin Hamlisch, Pulitzer-Prize awarded, EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) winning composer passed away
recently at the age of 68, he left behind a compendium of music that will have lasting effects. Over the three-weeks
of this course, we will examine, through example, Hamlisch’s music from the movies, Broadway, and some of the
other incidental music he crafted. Instructor: David Golaner; Number of Sessions: 3
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Wednesdays 5/6–5/20 $40/$45 $75
10:00–11:30am Music, The Brain, and Imagination
Why is sound so pleasurable? Music helps us identify ourselves and reflects our personalities to such an extent that
it requires a study of science, psychology, and philosophy to get to the bottom of it. This enjoyable, yet intense, look
at the personal side of music is sure to engage you, introduce you to new sounds, and re-inform your love of old
favorites. Instructor: David Golaner; Number of Sessions: 3
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Wednesdays 6/3–6/17 $40/$45 $75
10:00–11:30am The Sound of Singing: A Survey of Choral and Vocal Music
“Lift up your voice with a shout!” For those with a choral background and those who just enjoy vocal works—
discover the world of vocal music! Through a historical lens, we will look at the reasons for having vocal music, why
classical composers used vocalists of all ages, genders and vocal types, and why certain vocal masterpieces have
stood the test of time. Instructor: David Golaner; Number of Sessions: 3
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Wednesdays 7/1–7/15 $40/$45 $75
10:00–11:30am NEW! “Home, Sweet Home:” Short Stories about Immigrant Experiences with Gail Lipsitz
What’s it like to leave your native country and become a New American? How do you fit into a sometimes mystifying
culture, and when do you start to feel at home? What elements and experiences of your birthplace always stay with you?
Travel with immigrants from Russia, India, and Eastern Europe by reading and enjoying lively discussions of short fiction
by outstanding contemporary writers including Lara Vapnyar, Max Apple, Jhumpa Lahiri, and Alyson Richman. These
stories pack wisdom, humanity and humor into just a few pages. Copies of the stories will be available at the Myerberg
Center the week before each meeting. Gail Lipsitz has taught literature classes for adults locally at Beth El Congregation
for the past ten years, as well as at Kol Halev Congregation and Food for Thought. She has a Master of Arts in Teaching
English (M.A.T.) from Yale University, and has taught high school and college students in the United States and France.
Instructor: Gail Lipsitz; Number of sessions: 4
Day
Date
Time
Member Fee
Non-Member Fee
Tuesdays 6/2–6/23 10:30am–12:00pm $45/$50 $80
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Educational & Cultural Classes
Learn something new. Be inspired. Develop a skill. Classes at the Myerberg Center are always informative—and always fun!
NEW! Jewish Mobsters with Robert Karp
Gangsters—we fear and deplore them, but also admire them. Many of them, men and women alike, were Jews, and were
often Jews from respectable families. Learn what drove them to their tragic lifestyles and find the positive influence buried
in their secrets. Arnold Rothstein, Bugsy and Lansky will be discussed, as well as a scary grandmother or two. From the
bootleggers, to the casinos, to the barely mentionable, take a deep, dark look into the terrible yet sometimes touching world
of the Jewish gangster. Instructor: Robert Karp; Number of Sessions: 3
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Tuesdays $45/$50 $80
6/2–6/23 1:00–3:00pm Introduction to Poetry
Students will be introduced to the art of poetry and learn its history and terminology. Through selected readings and
class discussions, students will explore form and theme before composing their own poetic works.
Instructor: Sheila Hack; Number of Sessions: 18
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Thursdays $120/$125 $155
5/7–9/3 10:00–11:30am Conversational Yiddish
Do you want to learn Yiddish so you can schmooze with your mishpacha and kvetch about all the mishegas in the world?
Do you want to explore your Jewish roots and history? Join in for some Yiddish conversation and fun.
Instructor: Marge Krakower; Number of Sessions: 18
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Thursdays $70/$75 $105
5/7–9/3 1:00–2:00pm *No class will be held on 6/2
Current Events and Discussion
In a casual and relaxed atmosphere, students will explore and share their thoughts on daily news topics, including
politics, foreign policy, and the economy. Instructor: Marge Krakower; Number of Sessions: 17
Day
Date
Time
Member Fee
Non-Member Fee
Mondays 5/4–8/31 1:00–2:00pm $60/$65 $95
*No classes will be held on 5/25 and 6/9
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FREE FOR MEMBERS! Johanna’s Book Club
This longtime favorite series brings great works of modern fiction to the Myerberg Center and continues the tradition
of celebrating and discussing literature. The Book Club is named for the late Johanna Abrams and is supported by her
daughter, Shelley Goldseker. Instructor: Paulette Kamelgard; Number of Sessions: 4
DayDate Time
Book
Friday 5/15 10:30am–12:00pm Land of Love & Drowning by Tiphanie Yanique
Friday 6/19 10:30am–12:00pm The Tulip Eaters by Antoinette Van Heugten
Friday 7/17 10:30am–12:00pm Once We Were Brothers by Ronald H. Balson
Friday 8/21 10:30am–12:00pm The Children Act by Ian McEwan
Support the Myerberg’s Annual Friends Campaign
Membership dues and program fees cannot cover the total cost of providing our more
than 140 programs offered or 17,000 meals served each year. It is only through support
from the community, both in dollars and time, which allows us to be a resource and an
aid to the Baltimore seniors who rely on us for a hot meal, a comforting conversation or a
stimulating activity.
Charitable contributions to the Edward A. Myerberg Center directly fund important services,
including:
Scholarships for seniors who cannot afford to pay full price for Myerberg classes and
programs
ital social services, including an on-site social worker and support groups that focus on a
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variety of issues relevant to seniors
Social and cultural activities at a reduced cost to members
For more information about donating to the Myerberg, visit www.myerberg.org/donate.
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Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Foundation Fitness Center
Stay active, healthy, and fit at the Myerberg Center’s state-of-the-art Fitness Center. The Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Foundation
Fitness Center is specifically designed for active adults aged 55+. The Fitness Center features strength training equipment, cardio
machines, and free weights. Our pleasant, knowledgeable staff will show you how to work with each piece of equipment and can
customize a fitness program just for you.
Fitness Center Membership Fees:
$30 Evaluation/Training Plan Fee (one-time fee). All Fitness Center members must obtain a signed physician release prior
to the fitness assessment and orientation. A fitness/health evaluation by our staff is also required before Fitness Center
membership privileges are granted.
Myerberg Members
13-week Fitness Center pass: 26-week Fitness Center pass: 52-week Fitness Center pass: Couples 52-week Fitness Center pass:
Personal Training:
30-min personal training sessions
Single Session:
4-Session Package: 8-Session Package: 1-hour personal training sessions
Single Session:
4-Session Package: 8-Session Package: $90
$170
$315 $275/person
Myerberg Members
$25
$80
$120 $105
$190
$365
$325/person
Non-Members
$35
$120
$200
Myerberg Members
$40
$140
$240 Fitness Center Hours of Operation:
Day
Sunday 9:00am–1:00pm
Monday–Thursday 7:30am–2:00pm
Friday 7:30am–1:00pm
Saturdayclosed
Non-Members
Non-Members
$50
$180
$320
Evening
Tuesday4:00–8:00pm
Wednesday 4:00–8:00pm
Thursday 4:00–8:00pm
Fitness Center will be closed May 25, 2015 (Memorial Day)
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Fitness Classes
Stay active and in shape with fitness classes taught by highly trained fitness professionals. Classes are available for all fitness
levels and are held in the spacious, state-of-the-art Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Foundation Fitness Center and Frosburg Group
Fitness Room.
Fitness Center Exclusive Classes: For Fitness Members Only
Express Circuit Training
These fun, challenging—and quick!—sessions provide a well-rounded workout as you move through a series of
stations designed to elevate your heart rate and strengthen your muscles using body weight exercises, stationary
bicycles, stability balls, and more. The class is supervised by a personal trainer who will help to adapt the workout to
your individual fitness level. Space is limited. Instructor: Ross Wilson; Number of Sessions: T and Th/36, W/18 Days
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Tuesdays/Thursdays
5/5–9/3 8:25–8:55am or 9:00–9:30am
$95/$100
Wednesdays 6:00–6:30pm $45/$50
5/6–9/2 Senior Strong
This class, devoted entirely to weight-bearing exercises that build muscle, is great for those with arthritis and
osteoporosis or those who just want to get stronger. Led by a personal trainer, participants will use strength
machines and free weights to build functional strength in a supervised setting. Instructor: Ross Wilson.
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
Mondays Ongoing
9:00–9:45am $12/month
*No class will be held on 5/25
NEW! Ballet for Balance
Have you ever danced or dreamed of dancing? Then this course is for you! Ballet for Balance is a program designed
to use the technique of classical ballet to of improve strength, flexibility, coordination, posture and range of motion.
Tap in to your creative spirit, cultivate your musicality and grace, and experience the joy of dancing. Bonnie Schulman,
PT, and Susan Sklar have been dancing all their lives, have experience working with older adults, and are excited to share
their passion with “a new generation” of dancers. Instructors: Bonnie Schulman, PT and Susan Sklar; Number of Sessions:
8 and 8
Member Fee
Days
Dates
Time
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Thursdays
5/7–6/25 8:15–9:15am $65/$70
$100
Thursdays
7/9–8/27 8:15–9:15am $65/$70 $100
$120/$130
$180
Package Pricing Buy both sessions and save!
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Yoga
Hatha Yoga is a system of exercises that stresses body/mind integration, bringing greater strength, balance, and harmony.
Using floor mats, this class will have three main foci: physical exercises, conscious breathing techniques, and relaxation.
Instructor: Mibs Pell; Number of Sessions: 9 and 9
Member Fee
Days
Dates
Time
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Tuesdays
Part 1 Part 2 5/5–6/30 8:30–10:00am $75/$80 $110
7/7–9/1 8:30–10:00am $80/$85
$115
Seniorcise
“A body in motion stays in motion!” Improve your balance, bending, stretching, and relaxation with a chair-based exercise.
This class is free to all residents of Weinberg Woods. Instructor: Claudette Dories; Number of Sessions: 18
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Wednesdays $70/$75 $105
5/6–9/2 1:30–2:30pm Tai Chi—Basic
Reduce stress and improve your balance and flexibility through gentle movements. This class is designed for beginners
and those with limited range of motion. This class is free to all residents of Weinberg Woods. Instructor: Eric Johnson;
Number of Sessions: 14
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Fridays $80/$85 $115
5/8–7/31 10:30–11:30am Tai Chi—Intermediate/Advanced
This class is for more advanced Tai Chi participants and offers a series of gentle routines to help reduce pain and
improve mental and physical well-being, balance, and flexibility. This class is free to all residents of Weinberg Woods.
Instructor: Eric Johnson; Number of Sessions: 17
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Fridays $65/$70 $100
5/8–7/31 10:30–11:30am Exercise for Strong Bones Mini Series
This beginner class helps fight bone density loss with easy exercises to strengthen bones and improve posture. A licensed
physical therapist will help you develop an easy plan to keep up throughout the week. Exercises use simple weights and
resistance bands. Equipment is provided. Instructor: Jill Hornstein, MPT; Number of Sessions: 6
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Mondays $40/$45 $65
6/22–7/27 9:30–10:15am 13
Better Balance Mini Series
Designed to increase your core strength, balance, flexibility, and coordination, this class will help you improve your
stability and mobility. Simple and easy-to-practice exercises can prevent falls and help you keep up with all the activities
you enjoy. Pair this class with Exercise for Strong Bones (listed on previous page) for a great hour and a half of fitness!
Instructor: Jill Hornstein, MPT; Number of Sessions: 6
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Mondays $40/$45 $65
6/22–7/27 10:30–11:15am *No class will be held on 5/25
Movement Improvement—Exercise for Parkinson’s
This exercise program, developed exclusively for those with Parkinson’s and other motor control difficulties, features
cardio, stretching, and light weights to improve physical and functional performance. Physician clearance is required for
participation. Instructor: Claudette Dorries
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Mondays/
Wednesdays
$60/monthly $80/monthly
Ongoing 12:00–1:00pm *No class will be held on 5/25
Aerobics Flex Package
Traveling this summer? Are there mid-week outings that keep your schedule changing? Get your fitness fix with
our aerobics flex packages that are designed to keep you moving while your schedule keeps moving! Purchase a
flex-package of classes at a savings and attend when you like! It’s less than $5 per class if purchased during
priority registration.
We recommend that you look at a calendar of your plans and count how many times you plan to attend a fitness
class. You can always upgrade to a larger package simply by paying the difference. Single class add-ons can only be
made to packages and will be added at a rate of $8/class.
Package
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
The Silver Package For students who attend about once per week.
Includes: 16 classes for the price of 15 if
purchased during Priority Registration!
$75/$80 $110
The Gold Package For students who attend about twice per week.
Includes: 32 classes for the price of 30 if
purchased during Priority Registration!
$150/$155 $190
OUR BEST DEAL! The Platinum Package For students who attend about three times per week.
Includes: 47 classes for the price of 44 if
purchased during Priority Registration!
$220/$235 $270
* Choose one of the three packages to be used during this semester (May 4–September 4, 2015) only. There is no rollover
of classes after September 4 or refund of unused classes. Packages cannot be shared with other individuals.
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Cardio-Fit Aerobics—Basic
This moderate, upbeat aerobics class uses a combination of stretch bands, weights, and exercise balls to improve your
cardiac fitness, flexibility, balance, coordination, circulation, and even your memory. Instructor: Howard Silverstein;
Number of Sessions: 90
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Mondays, 5/4–9/4 Wednesdays, and Fridays
See previous page for pricing options
9:30–10:30am or 10:30–11:30am
Non-Member Fee
*No classes will be held on 5/25, 6/29, 7/1, 7/3, 8/10, 8/12 and 8/14
Cardio-Fit Aerobics—Advanced
This more advanced version of the aerobics program builds on a variety of exercises to provide physical conditioning to
strengthen muscles and help you stay fit. Instructor: Howard Silverstein; Number of Sessions: 45
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Mondays, 5/4–9/4 Wednesdays, and Fridays
See previous page for pricing options
8:30–9:30am
*No classes will be held on 5/25, 6/29, 7/1, 7/3, 8/10, 8/12 and 8/14
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Non-Member Fee
Art Classes: The Dorothy Orfus Stein Art Program
Tap into your inner artist and do something you’ve always wanted to or fine tune your artistic talents with the Dorothy Orfus
Stein Art Program. Get creative in the Myerberg Center’s sun-filled art studios, with inspiration and instruction from skilled
instructors. Works from many of our students have been displayed in galleries or sold to adoring art lovers.
NEW! The Art of Seeing: Drawing for Beginners
Discover how to commit vision to paper by learning the fundamental elements of drawing and understanding the
unique connection between listening, seeing and drawing. Explore how to use line, form and shape to express a
unique and individual vision. The class will emphasize expanding, refining and communicating your vision through
visual art. Please bring an object from nature, pencils or charcoal, and a large 24” x 36” newsprint pad.
Instructor: Wendy Cohen; Number of sessions: 18
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Mondays $300/$310 $345
5/4–8/31 1:00–3:00pm Oil Painting
Students of all skill levels are invited to create your own oil paintings while working at your own pace. You will
receive personalized instruction in drawing, color, composition, materials, and technique. Instructor: Bill Wright;
Number of Sessions: 18
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Tuesdays $300/$310 $345
5/5–9/1 1:00–4:00pm Watercolors with Wright
This course offers instruction in the traditional watercolor techniques of laying translucent watercolor on paper. Each
lesson includes demonstrations and in-class critiques. Students must have drawing experience. Instructor: Bill Wright;
Number of Sessions: 18
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Thursdays $280/$290 $320
5/7–9/3 1:00–4:00pm Handbuilt Clay
Beginning and advanced students interested in creating functional and decorative ceramic are invited to create their
own clay art. Learn pinch, coil, and slab clay techniques to craft a ceramic pottery design of your choice.
Instructor: Ellwood Miller; Number of Sessions: 17
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Thursdays 5/7–9/3 $215/$225 $255
8:30–10:30am or 9:30–11:30am
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Drawing and Color
Artists of all skill levels will use pencil and charcoal to draw, and pastels to add color. Explore shape, space, alignment
with horizontal and vertical axes, dark to light values, and positive and negative space. Instructor: Jules Shaivitz;
Number of Sessions: 18
Member Fee
Day
Dates
Time
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Fridays 5/8–9/4 10:00am–12:00pm $180/$190 $220
Acrylic and Oil Painting
Work at your own level and pace with individual instruction to paint your own masterpiece. From still life setups,
photographs, and your own imagination, create beautiful art using acrylic and oils. Instructor: Sonia Friedman;
Number of Sessions: 15
Member Fee
Day
Dates
Time
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Mondays 5/4–8/31 10:00am–1:00pm $225/$235 $265 *No classes will be held on 5/25, 7/13 and 7/20
Pastel Landscape
Designed for artists who have some prior experience, this class will help you create successful landscapes as you develop
skills and techniques in composition, value, center of interest, and color, as well as skills in self-evaluation and critiquing
of artwork. Instructor: Joyce Lister; Number of Sessions: 18
Member Fee
Day
Dates
Time
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Wednesdays
5/6–9/2 9:30am–12:00pm $230/$240 $270
Pastel Drawing
Beginning and intermediate artists will explore the pastel medium and improve overall skills in accurately portraying
subjects of their choice in terms of perspective and proportion as well as the proper handling of values and color.
Instructor: Joyce Lister; Number of Sessions: 18
Member Fee
Day
Dates
Time
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Wednesdays 5/6–9/2 1:30–3:30pm $180/$190 $220
Drawing and Painting
Paint, sketch, and explore the lines, shapes, and colors around you. Students use felt pen, charcoal, and paint to create
works of art. When weather permits, the class will be held outdoors to capture nature’s beauty. Instructor permission
REQUIRED prior to registration. Instructor: Judy Schlossberg; Number of Sessions: 18
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Wednesdays $250/$255 $295
5/6–9/2 10:00am–12:00pm Tammra Sigler Summer Workshop
Local artist Tammra Sigler returns to the Myerberg for another exciting series of classes using modern methods and
creative subject matter. Space is very limited and offered first to returning students. Call for availability. Instructor
permission REQUIRED prior to registration. Instructor: Tammra Sigler; Number of Sessions: 6
Day
Dates
Time
Member Fee
(Priority/Regular)
Non-Member Fee
Thursdays
$240/$290 $340
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Everyday Experiences
ALWAYS FREE FOR MEMBERS!
Stop by and drop in! These activities are always available—and always free for Myerberg Center members!
Day
Time
Event
Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:00pm Billiards
Tuesdays 9:00am–3:00pm Open Studio time for art students
Tuesdays 12:30–3:00pm Mahjong
Wednesdays 11:00am–12:00pm iPad/iPhone Assistance
Wednesdays 1:00–2:00pm Torah Study with Rabbi Feldman
Wednesdays 1:00–3:30pm
Canasta
Thursdays 11:30am–3:00pm Party Bridge
Thursdays 11:00am–2:00pm Torah Study with Rabbi Feldman
Third Friday of the Month 10:30am–12:00pm Johanna’s Book Club
Let’s Get Together: Lunch and More
Stay connected with your friends at the Myerberg Center! Join us for these free or low-cost activities that will engage and
entertain you.
Florence and Jerry Buckner Eating Together Program
Enjoy a hot, nutritious kosher meal and warm conversation in a friendly dining setting. This program, federally funded and
available to adults 60 years and older, provides opportunities for exploring different areas of interest, broadening your
horizons, and socializing with new friends.
Day DatesTime
Fee
Monday–Friday Ongoing $2 donation is suggested / $6.26 for those under 60
12:00pm
Senior Sundays
Visit the Myerberg for a fun-filled Sunday morning of conversation, live entertainment, and a light kosher meal. Dietary
laws observed. Dates
Entertainment Time
Member Fee
5/3 Dick Erlanger 11:00am
Free
(Followed by The Grace Schnitzer Art Show from 1:00pm–3:00pm)
$2
6/7
Trish and Frank Curren
$2
11:00am
Free
Non-Member Fee
7/12 Barbeque
11:00amFree
$2
8/9
11:00am
$2
Helmut Licht
Free
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FREE FOR MEMBERS! Together with Toba
Participate in these engaging free programs that help keep you active and having fun! All programs begin at 11:30am.
Mondays—Stretching and Strength: Use resistance bands to stretch your muscles and get moving right in
your seat.
Tuesdays—A Rotation of Four Fun Activities: Join a round of trivia, creative art, bingo, or a sing-a-long.
See Toba for the weekly schedule.
Thursdays—Easy Zumba Gold: Dance in your seat! Our favorite Zumba instructor, Wendy Sims-Brogden, gets you
moving in or near your chair with great music. Improve your fitness and have some fun!
Fridays—Presentations: Experts talk about healthy living, life changes, and other news you can use or
Puzzle and Brain-Teasers: From jigsaw puzzles-to- Sudoku-to-word games, keep your mind sharp and get thinking
with these fun puzzles when there is no presentation.
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Edward A. Myerberg Center Staff
Executive Director
David Golaner
david@myerberg.org
Assistant Director Autumn Sadovnik autumn@myerberg.org
Registrar
Kathy Clevenger
kathy@myerberg.org
Director of Development
Mark McElrath
mark@myerberg.org
Social Worker
Ruth Glick
Happiest Home Coordinator
Naomi Jacob
naomi@myerberg.org
Senior Programs Coordinator Toba Morganstein toba@myerberg.org
Health & Fitness Manager Ross Wilson ross@myerberg.org
Health & Fitness Assistant Manager
Niki Barr nicole@myerberg.org
Front Desk Reception David Morganstein and David Thaman
Fitness Center Membership Barbara Hyatt Fitness Center Reception Harriet Cooper
Facilities Staff Vernon Hilton
barbara@myerberg.org
Board of Directors
Linda Litofsky, President
Dianne Salama, Vice President
Lynne Lipsitz , Vice President
Robert Hankin, Treasurer
Dr. Ira Kolman, Assistant Treasurer
Natalie Myerberg Bricken, Secretary
Carol G. Sandler,
Immediate Past President
Sally R. Abell
Joan Askin
Phyllis Attman
Stephanie Baron
Kathleen Dickinson
Benjamin Dubin
Joseph L. Edmonds
Jason Frank
Bonnie Garonzik
Michael Green Jr.
Sandra Hittman
Serene Israel
Janet Kurland
Ilene Merenbloom
Charles A. Neustadt
Brenda Nudelman
Sharon Paul
Harold Peremel
Aron Perlman
Mark Pressman
Lee B. Rosenberg
Isaac Schleifer
Dr. Lois Schuster
Jeannie Gruzin Siegel
Elaine Weintraub
Joel Winegarden
Miriam Zadek
Wendy Myerberg Jachman
Linda Himmelrich
Shelley Goldseker
Sanford D. Schreiber
Nelson I. Fishman
Barry G. Isaac
David K. Zirretta
Howard Moffet
Linda Cauthen Klein
Past Presidents
Gloria S. Harris
Frances F. Schwartz*
Naomi Z. Levin
Neal Serotte
Beverly Penn
Barry Bondroff
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client associated with the Edward A. Myerberg Center (EAMC). Because of the potentially delicate situation, EAMC and its
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as an EAMC volunteer. Your signature below gives EAMC permission to conduct the criminal background check.
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