Enrichment Programs
Stay Active. Stay Social. Stay Engaged.
The Minnesota JCC offers a wide range of day programs to expand your knowledge, deepen your curiosity, and connect you with the community. Enrichment classes, field trips, speakers, education, and social opportunities help you to stay active and engaged. No matter where your interests lie, we have something for you.
Majong
Pull Up a Chair—It’s Mahjong Time! Looking for a fun way to spend your afternoon? Drop in for a friendly game of Mahjong at the Minnesota JCC! This is a space built for community, where the clicking of tiles is matched only by the sound of good conversation. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a “know-the-basics” beginner, you are welcome at our ta
Open Art Studio
Learn Painting & Drawing in this supportive and fun class for those with no previous art experience and for those who wish to perfect their art techniques. Participants may bring their own subject matter or use a still life that will be provided. Instructor, Lou Kotlarz will offer guidance and advice per participant’s request. Please bring your own supplies. Reservations not required.
$48/MONTH • $40 MEMBER VALUE PRICE/MONTH
Conversations & Hebrew with St. Paul Schaliach Tal C.
THURSDAYS • 1 – 2 PM • CAPP CENTER ST. PAUL
Strengthen your connection to modern Hebrew as
you learn everyday words and phrases and build your speaking skills through interactive activities and real-world practice in a fun, supportive environment. During this hands-on course, our sessions will focus on learning Hebrew vocabulary on a variety of topics. No prior Hebrew language experience needed.
DROP IN • FREE • NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
For questions or more information, contact Tracey Agranoff at gro.ccjatosennim@ayecart.
Giving Voice Chorus
GIVING VOICE CHORUS is a community choir designed for those with dementia and their care partners. Led by specially trained music professionals, the chorus rehearses weekly at Capp Center in St. Paul. Singers sing familiar and new music with adaptive methods and structured direction. Dementia-capable volunteers are available to assist. Giving Voice rehearsals provide a supportive environment that builds community. Persons with dementia and their care partners can experience joy, love, understanding and meaning through music.
Program Components
• No singing experience required.
• Music director understands singers’ potential.
• Comfortable rehearsal spaces with excellent acoustics
• Variety of music, familiar and challenging, adapted as needed.
• Personalized music books and practice CDs
• Weekly rehearsals and a public performance at the Capp Center St. Paul
• Dementia-aware volunteers available to assist.
Join us for the Chorus, where singers of all abilities create and learn in weekly rehearsals, with a specially trained professional choral conductor, assisted by volunteers who have training in dementia. Rehearsals culminate in a public performance that showcases the accomplishments of the singers.
Winter | Spring 2026 Dates:
Orientation: January 26
First Rehearsal: February 2
Spring Concert: May 9
Rehearsals are at Capp Center St. Paul on Mondays from 1-3 PM
AARP Smart Driving
SAFER DRIVING MAY SAVE YOU MONEY
Join the millions of safer drivers on the roads with the AARP Smart Driver course.
Our enhanced course is based on the latest driver safety research and insights. You will learn evidence-based safe driving strategies and refresh your knowledge of the latest rules and hazards of the road.
Take the AARP Smart Driver classroom course and you could save on your car insurance!
• Refresh your driving skills and knowledge of the rules of the road.
• Learn techniques for handling left turns, right-of-way, and roundabouts.
• Discover proven driving methods to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
• AARP Driver Safety teaches safe driving techniques that make a difference in your life and community.
UPCOMING CLASSES – Classes will be offered at both locations at the same time.
Capp Center St. Paul and
Sabes Center Minneapolis
JULY 13 • 9AM–1PM
SEPT 14 • 9AM–1PM
NOV 16 • 9AM–1PM
AARP Driver Safety teaches safe driving techniques that make a difference in your life and community.
COST:
AARP Members: $20
Non-Members: $25
To register please call: 612-424-2825.
