Arts and Ideas

Fear can greatly affect our brains. Learn how our body and brain perceive and react to fearful situations. We will also discuss practical tips for dealing with everyday fears and stressors so that we can learn to control our fear response and brain function when we are afraid. Class offered in person and virtual via Zoom.

Dare to join our hauntingly fast-paced brain aerobics class, designed to awaken the phantom corners of your mind and foster lifelong learning. Leave this course with the understanding of the three fundamentals needed to make an exercise an appropriate "brain workout." Class offered in person and virtually via Zoom.

Learn to hand-dye a challah cover you will take home to use on your Shabbat table. Praxis Fiber Workshop presents this indigo-dyeing project.

Let your mind and body unwind during this program that helps you shifts from challenge to tranquility. Through gentle movements, stretching and focused breathing exercises, this class provides a peaceful sanctuary where participants can rejuvenate their minds and cultivate a sense of calm. Instructor Trish Turo, is a brain health researcher, coach, yoga teacher and healthy habit expert.

This class is the perfect opportunity for an outlet for artistic self-expression using paint as the medium. The instructor will give each student individual instruction for creating their unique painting. This class is ideal for anyone interested in painting or creative expression.

This class is the perfect opportunity for an outlet for artistic self-expression using paint as the medium. The instructor will give each student individual instruction for creating their unique painting. This class is ideal for anyone interested in painting or creative expression.

This class is the perfect opportunity for an outlet for artistic self-expression using paint as the medium. The instructor will give each student individual instruction for creating their unique painting. This class is ideal for anyone interested in painting or creative expression.

Engage your brain in this fast-paced, mind aerobics class purposefully designed to rev up various aspects of your brain while promoting lifelong learning. Leave this course with the understanding of the three fundamentals needed to make an exercise an appropriate "brain workout."

Engage your brain in this fast-paced, mind aerobics class purposefully designed to rev up various aspects of your brain while promoting lifelong learning. Leave this course with the understanding of the three fundamentals needed to make an exercise an appropriate "brain workout."

Taking time to acknowledge the positive aspects of our lives -- especially expressing gratitude -- is scientifically proven to benefit your brain and body. Learn about the benefits of being thankful and how to incorporate gratitude into your everyday health practices.

This hands-on workshop is for adults and teens. Koby will explain the basics of his manual metal wire bending technique, including how to make connections and ways to create using pliers and a wire cutter. Each participant will construct their wire creation using the workshop theme of Home. What is a home for you? Pick one item that reminds you of home. Maybe it’s a figure? Or an abstract idea? All artistic skill levels are welcome. This event is made possible by support from @akiva.

This program will explore a simple brain-healthy concept that you can readily gift your loved ones this holiday season: the present of your presence. In this session, we explore the tradition and history of holiday gifts and how gift-giving impacts social connections, memory and brain health.