We have various drop-in games programs for all levels, including bridge, mah jong, chess and rummi cube. Love to music? Join our ‘Taste of Music’ program! If reading and writing is what interest you, take part in creative writing, book club, memoir writing, or take out a book during library hours. For more information about Recreation programs, please contact Charm John at 416-225-2112, ext. 105 or charmj@betelcentre.org.
Registration for classes is on a first-come-first-serve basis. To register for paid classes, call Reception at 416-225-2112 ext. 0 to register over the phone, or visit Reception during our hours of operation.
GAMES
Bingo
Tuesday, October 24, November 21, December 19
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Free for members
Drop in. No registration required.
Canasta – Beginners
Learn to play Canasta in a friendly, welcoming environment. Instructor: Ricki Glickman.
Thursday, October 12 – December 21
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Free for members
Registration required. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
Games Room
All card playing and games welcome. Supplies for Mah Jong, Rummi-Cube, and Canasta provided. For all other games, please bring your own supplies.
Every Tuesday
1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
Free for members
Mah Jong – Beginners
Learn how to play Mah Jong! Supplies included. Instructor: Judy Ezrin.
Monday, October 16 – December 18
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free for members
Registration required. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
Rummi Cube
Join us for drop-in Rummi Cube. Games provided and we’ll pair people up in foursomes! Facilitator: John Witchel and Shiffie Tkatch Hoffman
Every Friday
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Free
Drop in. No registration required.
Sudoku – Beginners
Learn the foundations of Sudoku. Don’t let the numbers fool you, you don’t have to be a mathematician to enjoy this game. Facilitator: Bob and Gail Berchuk.
Monday, October 16 – December 18
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Free
Registration required. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
MUSIC
Taste of Music
Harvey Skolnick will present the background of a famous singer, such as Barry Manilow, Carole King, Bobby Darin and many more. We will hear their original recordings and sing along. Lyrics will be provided. No singing experience required! Facilitator: Harvey Skolnick
Every Thursday
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Free for members
Drop in. No registration required.
WRITING & DISCUSSION
Book Club
Review and discussion of the book “The 100 Year Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window” by Jonas Jonasson. Contact your local library for a copy of the book. Facilitator: Maria Lindgren
Thursday, December 14
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free
Drop in. No registration required.
Creative Writing
Writing Instructor, Sylvia Warsh, will work with participants on their skills with formal writing exercises and activities. Participants will be able to read their work aloud with feedback and critique.
Tuesday, October 17 – December 5
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$80 members
$160 non-members
Library
Come in and check out the library! Mystery, romance, biographies and so much more!
English Library Hours:
Tuesday: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Russian Library Hours:
Monday and Thursday: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Memoir Writing
This class will focus on looking at documenting reflections of your life through short stories, poems or even starting a novel. Facilitator: Judy Weinryb
Wednesday, October 18 – December 6
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
$50 members
$100 non-members
News, Views and Schmooze
Discussion of different subjects of interest in a relaxed and friendly environment. Facilitator: Harvey Skolnick
Every Monday
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Free
Drop-in. No registration required.
Men’s Discussion Group
Join David Kaufman, Director of Group Counselling at JACS Toronto, for an informal discussion group designed specifically for men.
Monday, October 16 – December 18
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free
Drop-in. No registration required.
Writing Discussion Group
This program is held on Zoom
Participants will read their works aloud, and receive feedback in a supportive, friendly and informal environment. Facilitator: Judith Weinryb
Every Friday
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Free
Register HERE.
