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, May 14 | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tuesday, June 18 | 2:00 pm 3:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Drop in. No registration required.
Canasta – Beginners
Learn to play Canasta in a friendly, welcoming environment. You must register in advance. Instructor: Ricki Glickman
Thursday, March 28 – June 20
No class June 13
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
$25 members
$50 non-members
Games Room
All card playing and games welcome. Supplies for Mah Jong, Rummi-Cube, cards, and Canasta provided. For all other games, please bring your own supplies.
Every Tuesday
No class April 23, 30
1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Drop in. No registration required.
Mah Jong – Beginners
Learn how to play Mah Jong! Supplies included. Instructor: Judy Ezrin.
Monday, April 8 – June 17
No class April 29, May 20
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Registration required. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
Mah Jong – Intermediate/Advanced
Open playing time.
Every Wednesday
No class April 24, June 12
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Drop in. No registration required.
Rummi Cube
Learn to play Rummi Cube! Games provided and we’ll pair people up in foursomes! Facilitator: Shiffie Tkatch Hoffman
Every Friday
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Free – Members Only
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, April 8 – June 17
No class April 22, 29, May 20
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Free – Members Only
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 – 3:30 pm
Free – Member Only
Drop in. No registration required.
Yiddish Through Song
Do you speak Yiddish or know the basics? This program will look at Yiddish songs, their translation and practice your Yiddish conversation Facilitator: Janie Respitz
Monday, April 8 – June 17
No class April 22, 29, May 20, 27, June 3
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$30 members
$60 non-members
WRITING & DISCUSSION
Book Club
Review and discussion of the book. Contact your local library for a copy of the book. Facilitator: Naomi Ohayon
Thursday, May 16: “The Time Traveler’s Wife”
Thursday, June 27: “Hello Beautiful” by Ann Napolitano
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free – Member Only
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, May 7 – June 25
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
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 – Member Only
Drop-in. No registration required.
Power of Poetry
Join us for poetry reading, insights and discussion. We will be reading poems from some of the literary greats. This class will discuss, dissect and analysis poems together. Facilitator: Naomi Ohayon
Thursday, May 23
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Drop-in. No registration required.
Women’s Discussion Group
This group will bring women together as we talk about the challenges and opportunities of aging. Discussion topics include ageism in our society, finding meaning a purpose in this life stage, and aging wisely and well. Facilitator: Linda Lean
Every Thursday – biweekly starting May 9
10:30 am – 11:30 am
Free – Member Only
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 – Member Only
Register HERE
Thank you for thinking of the Bernard Betel Centre, but we do not accept clothing donations. If you are interested in donating books, please contact Sharon Chodirker at 416-225-2112, ext. 124 or sharonc@betelcentre.org (for English language books) or Lily Boltianski at 416-225-2112, ext. 103 or lilyb@betelcentre.org (for Russian language books).
