Creative Aging

Creative Aging

Creative Aging is not just about creative expression; it’s about living life to the fullest, celebrating individuality, fostering connections, and embracing the joy of lifelong learning. Creative Aging fosters a welcoming environment for all individuals to live their best lives through learning new skills, keeping active, and most importantly, socializing. Below is registration for all Creative Aging programs.

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PrimeTime Wellness Club

The Primetime Wellness Club at the Mandel JCC is a twice-monthly program designed for active adults who want to stay sharp, strong, and socially connected. Each session includes guided movement, a healthy lunch, and fun, engaging activities that support physical, mental, and emotional well-being – all in a warm, welcoming
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Lunch Plus

Lunch Plus is an opportunity for individuals ages 60 and over and adults with disabilities to socialize, learn, explore and enjoy a Kosher lunch together. Through interactive programming, we help foster relationships and strengthen bonds between and among generations – reducing isolation and loneliness while increasing self-esteem and connectedness.

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Arts and Ideas, Adult

CMA at The J

10/16/2025 - 11/13/2025

Explore art, culture, and history with hands-on artifacts from the Cleveland Museum of Art. Discover how creativity and functionality intersect across time and traditions.

Experience the Cleveland Museum of Art like never before, right here at The J! This engaging program offers a unique opportunity to explore three fascinating collections through hands-on interaction with real artifacts. Discover how art, culture and functionality intersect across history. Class meets on Oct. 16, Oct 30, and Nov 13.

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Dvorak's New World Symphony

11/21/2025 - 11/21/2025

Experience Dvorák's powerful Ninth Symphony at Severance Hall, enriched by a pre-concert lecture exploring its cultural influences and iconic melodies.

Join us at Severance Hall for Dvorák's Ninth Symphony. Informed by African American spirituals, Indigenous melodies, and Czech folk songs, Dvorák's Ninth Symphony proceeds from one memorable tune to another, including its exquisitely yearning slow movement and rollicking finale. We will arrive 1 hour before the concert for a lecture to learn about the music.

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Intermediate Watercolors

11/03/2025 - 12/08/2025

Enhance your watercolor skills with advanced techniques, color theory, and creative exploration to develop your unique artistic style.

This class builds on basic techniques to help students develop their skills and explore more complex aspects of watercolor painting. Students will learn advanced techniques, explore color theory, and experiment with different subject matter, all while developing their personal artistic style.

Arts and Ideas, Adult

News of the Week

12/01/2025 - 12/15/2025

Dive deep into significant moments in history and how they shape our present with historian and educator Terry Pollack.

Join us while historian and educator Terry Pollack, unravels the historical context behind today’s national events. This is your chance to dive deep into significant moments in history and how they shape our present! Engage in lively discussions, share your insights and pose your burning questions. We foster an open environment for learning without endorsing any political candidates, platforms or issues.

K-12, Arts and Ideas

Playmakers Participation Fee - Fiddler on the Roof Jr.

10/08/2025 - 02/15/2026

Join us for our first Playmakers show of the year! This Fall/Winter musical is open to 2nd-9th graders and will rehearse beginning in early October. Performances will be January 29 - February 8. Auditions are September 28 from 2 - 5 pm.

Join us for our first Playmakers show of the year! This Fall/Winter musical is open to 2nd-9th graders and will rehearse beginning in early October. Performances will be January 29 - February 8. Auditions are required before participants can register. Auditions are September 28 from 2 - 5 pm. Email emiller@mandeljcc.org with questions or for audition information.