Join your community of seniors over 65 for thought-provoking discussion on the latest current events!
This group meets approximately every Friday to explore the most pressing issues happening around the world. We will analyze and discuss the news making the headlines. Topics typically include Foreign Policy, U.S. Politics, Elections Around the World, Understanding Global Conflicts, and more all in a respectful and open-minded environment.
Wednesdays, January 15 – February 19 1:00 – 2:30 PM
JFS is hosting a 6-week course for caregivers called “Powerful Tools for Caregivers.” In this six-week virtual class, participants will learn how to reduce personal stress, communicate their needs effectively in challenging situations, deal with difficult emotions and make tough care decisions.
Participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” in printed or electronic format. This free six-week class meets weekly on Wednesdays from January 15 to February 19, 1:00-2:30 PM. Advance registration is required by January 6, as class size is limited. To register, contact Brenda Wolsey at (206) 861-8790 or bwolsey@jfsseattle.org.
Meetings will be held virtually.
Endless Opportunites
Endless Opportunities is a community program that offers educational and social events for active adults 60+ to learn, socialize, laugh and make friends.
Activities are held 3-4 times per month around King County and include speakers on a range of topics including current events, science, religion, travel, and music. Programs also include outings like museum tours, nature walks, and volunteer activities.
Endless Opportunities is made possible by the Stroum Jewish Community Center, and is supported by these sponsors: Congregation Beth Shalom, Congregation Kol Ami, Jewish Family Service, Kline Galland, Temple Beth Am, Temple B’nai Torah, and Temple De Hirsch Sinai.
Daytimers Lunch + Film
Wed Jan 15 • 11:30 am
@ Herzl-Ner Tamid, Mercer Island
Join us for a for lunch and a film screening of “Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story.” The film celebrates the contributions of Jewish major leaguers and the special meaning that baseball has had in the lives of American Jews.
Thurs Jan 16 • 10:30 am @ Congregation Beth Shalom, Seattle
Explore what’s possible for the future of generative AI and review survey findings on its adoption, successes, and challenges with Eli Grossman, an AI solutions consultant at Deloitte.