We have various drop-in games programs for all levels, including bridge, mah jongg, chess and rummikub. 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
Drop in for a game of bingo! Facilitators: Phyllis Caplan and Jackie Rotem
Tuesday, March 17
Tuesday, April 21
Tuesday, May 12
Tuesday, June 16
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Bridge
Learn to play bridge in a relaxed atmosphere. Instructor: George Klein
Winter: Friday, January 9 – March 20
Spring: Friday, April 17 – June 19
No class May 22
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Free – Members Only
Registration required. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
Canasta – Beginners
Learn to play Canasta in a friendly, welcoming environment. Instructor: Ricki Glickman
Winter: Thursday, January 8 – March 19
Spring: Thursday, April 16– June 18
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
$28 members
$56 non-members
Registration required. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
Games Room
All card playing and games welcome. Supplies for mah jongg, rummikub, cards, and canasta provided. For all other games, please bring your own supplies.
Every Tuesday
1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Drop in. No registration required.
Mah Jongg Beginners
Learn how to play mah jongg! Supplies included. Instructors: Judy Ezrin
Winter: Monday, January 5 – March 16
Spring: Monday, April 13 – June 15
No class May 18
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Registration required. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
Mah Jongg Intermediate: Drop-in
Join fellow players for a friendly, social game of mah jongg in a relaxed setting. Perfect for those with some playing experience who want to enjoy a casual afternoon of play.
Winter: Wednesday, January 7 – March 18
Spring: Wednesday, April 15 – June 17
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Drop in. No registration required.
Mah Jongg Intermediate: Instructor-Led
Sharpen your mah jongg skills and learn new strategies. This class is ideal for players who know the basics and want to improve their game while playing with others. Instructor: Shelia Ostrofsky
Winter: Friday, January 9 – March 20
Spring: Friday, April 17 – June 19
No class May 22
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Free – Members Only
Registration required. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
Rummikub
Join us for drop-in Rummikub! Games provided.
Every Friday
12:00 pm – 3:00 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.
Winter: Monday, January 5 – March 16
Spring: Monday, April 13 – June 15
No class May 18
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Free – Members Only
Registration required. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
MUSIC
Taste of Music
Each week a musician or band will be featured, and a short sing-along will be included in this fun program, along with video clips of interviews, movies and musical performances. 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? Enjoy Yiddish songs, their translation and practice your Yiddish conversation Facilitator: Janie Respitz
Winter: Monday, January 5 – March 30
No class February 16
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$84 members
$168 non-members
Spring: Monday, April 13 – June 29
No class May 18
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$63 members
$126 non-members
WRITING & DISCUSSION
Creative Writing
Participants have the opportunity to read their work aloud and be critiqued by their peers and instructor in a supportive environment. Facilitator: Sylvia Warsh
Winter: Tuesday, January 6 – March 24
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$132 members
$264 non-members
Spring: Tuesday, April 14 – June 30*
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
*April 14: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
$121 members
$242 non-members
Library
Come in and check out the library! Mystery, romance, biographies and so much more!
English Library Hours:
Tuesday: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Russian Library Hours:
Monday and Thursday: 12:00 pm – 1:45 pm
News, Views and Schmooze
Reading and discussion of news headlines and articles together in a relaxed and friendly environment. Facilitator: Harvey Skolnick
Every Monday
No class May 18
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Free – Member 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
Thursday, March 5, 19
Thursday, April 16, 30
Thursday, May 14, 28
Thursday, June 11, 25
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
No class May 22
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).