Programs

Poetry Reading Series

Directed by Gayl Teller, Nassau County Poet Laurette 2009-2011

Stitched Together: Virtual Knitting And Crocheting Circle

Join other needlework lovers Monday mornings from the comfort of your home for discussion and camaraderie as we work!

A Day In The Catkills At The MIYJCC

This Grandparents Day get a gift the whole family can enjoy together.

Reserve your early bird priced tickets and take a trip back to the wholesome fun of the Borscht Belt. With POB and Syosset schools closed 10/24, bring your parents, children and grandparents to the MIYJCC to enjoy a day filled with fun and nostalgia of the Catskills resorts you remember from your own childhood!

Calling All Poker Players!

Looking for a game?
Come down to our Open Play at the Mid-Island Y JCC.
Open Play takes place weekly in the Mid-Island Y JCC Studios.
New players looking for a game are encouraged to come the first week of each month to try and match with other new players.

Fee: $8 per person | Members: FREE
12:30-2:30 pm

To ensure adequate table set-ups, please call ahead:
Marcia Cooperman: (516) 822-3535, x310

Open Play

Reserve a table in our INDOOR STUDIOS… and enjoy a game with friends!*

Looking for a new game/group, stop by the first Monday of each month for MEET UP MONDAY
and try to match with others looking to play!

Have an existing game/group and need a place to play? Reserve a table any/all Mondays!

Fee: $8 per person | Members: FREE
12:30-2:30 pm

*Reserve our game-sets for Chess, Checkers, Scrabble, or Rummy-O, or bring your own game of choice!
Call ahead, reservations are encouraged. Drop-ins welcome, subject to available space.
Please contact Marcia, 516-822-3535 x310

Lunch And Learn With Local Rabbis

Join us in person at the MIYJCC or virtually on Zoom

Select Mondays | 12:30–1:30 PM
Free for MIYJCC Members | $5 per session for non-Members

For more information, contact Alana at (516) 822-3535, x385 or [email protected]

Toll-Free Dial-In: 1-888-788-0099 | Meeting ID: 867 3049 3774
Or visit zoom.us and enter meeting code 867 3049 3774

Building Your Brain

Every Tuesday | 10:30am
Fee: $8 | Member Fee: $5

For more information, contact Hillary at (516) 822-3535, x328 or [email protected]

Israeli Current Events Discussion Group

JOIN US for an informative discussion of current events involving Israel and her neighbors with Lirin Shay Goshen, Shlicha of the Jewish Agency for Israeli and Director of the Randie Waldbaum Malinsky Center for Israel

Contact : Alana Rosenstein, 516.822.3535 x385 [email protected]

Select Tuesdays | 11:30 am
Fee: $5 per person | Member Discounted Fee: FREE

Choose Between In-Person Attendance at the Mid-Island Y JCC in Room 204 or Virtual Attendance on Zoom!

Toll-Free Dial-In: 1.888.788.0099 | Meeting ID: 846 1575 6241

Beginner Canasta

Learn introductory Canasta from the team of Amy and Emma.

Wednesdays
October 26, 2022-December 7, 2022
(No Meeting November 23, 2022)

10:00 am-12:00 pm

Fee: $195*
Member Discounted Fee: $145*

For more information, contact Alana Rosenstein at (516) 822-3535, x385 or [email protected]

Beginner Mah Jongg – Fall Series

Wednesdays

Mah Jongg students must bring a current Mah Jongg card, available for purchase at: https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/

For more information, contact Alana Rosenstein at (516) 822-3535, x385 or [email protected]

Singles Rap Sessions

Irwin is back!
Motivational speaker and humorist Irwin Pfeffer will lead a weekly discussion group for single adults, focused on personal empowerment and growth. Each session will begin with a half hour for socialization, followed by a one-hour interactive program, led by Irwin.

6:30–8:00 pm

At the Door Price: $12/session, Member Discounted Price: $10/session

Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.

For more information, contact Alana Rosenstein at (516) 822-3535, x385 or arosenstein@miyjcc.org

The Manes Foundation Adult Cultural Center Presents

Stained Glass Series

Kelly Schulte-Smith will teach us the artistry and techniques of Stained Glass, including design, cutting, grinding, copper foiling and soldering. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own stained glass piece. Supplies are included in the cost of registration.

6 consecutive Thursdays | 10:00 am-1:00 pm

September 22, 2022–October 27, 2022

Participants attend all 6 classes to complete their project. Space is limited

The total cost for the 6 sessions, including all supplies, is $210. The member discounted price for full MIYJCC Members is $160.

For more information, contact Alana at (516) 822-3535, x385 or arosenstein@miyjcc.org

Mah Jongg – Refresher Mini-Series

Join us for three sessions to refresh your Mah Jongg skills, learn strategy, and enjoy supervised play.

Fridays

Mah Jongg students must bring a current Mah Jongg card, available for purchase at: https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/

For more information, contact Alana Rosenstein at (516) 822-3535, x385 or [email protected]

Jewelry Making Class – Wire Wrapped Ring

Come and join us to learn an easy wire technique to create a beautiful ring. You will be using wire and bead(s) to make your own custom designed ring. Supplies are included in the cost of the class. Beginners are welcome.

Friday, September 30, 2022

10:00 am–12:00 pm

$40/person.

Member Discount Price: $30/person

Contact: Alana Rosenstein, (516) 822-3535, x385, arosenstein@miyjcc.org

Jewelry Making Class – Micro-Mosaic Pendant and Necklace

Come explore the mosaic art form to create a beautiful wearable piece of art. You will be using beads, glass tiles and art wire to create a mosaic pendant of your own design, with expert instruction from Kelly Schulte-Smith. Registration cost includes all supplies.

Friday, October 14, 2022

10:00 am–12:45 pm

$45/person.

Member Discount Price: $35/person

Contact: Alana Rosenstein, (516) 822-3535, x385, arosenstein@miyjcc.org

Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor

Join with instructor Louise Fucci and your peers.

Fridays | 11:00 am-2:00 pm

Runs 6 Weeks
Dates TBA

Member Cost: $130
Non Member Cost: $100

Phone-in Bingo Bonanza

Dial in or join us by Zoom video chat for an afternoon of Bingo fun.

Select Fridays | 11:15 am

Please call Wendy at (516) 822-3535, x384 to request your Bingo Board

Toll-Free Dial-In: 1-877 853 5247 | Meeting ID: 878 4510 1101
Or visit zoom.us and enter meeting code 878 4510 1101