“We don’t stop playing because we are old… We grow old because we stop playing.”
George Bernard Shaw


Offerings
Duplicate Bridge – Ongoing Game
Marlene Case and Deborah Williams, Director
Elevate your skills and earn points by playing in our Friday duplicate games. For players at 0-699 point level.
Fridays, 10:30 am-1:30 pm, ongoing, fees $11/$13
Save money when purchasing a 10-session punch card for $90/$110 (punch card expires July 31)
Pre-registration is required each week if you have not already been confirmed to play. Please contact Marlene or Deborah to reserve your spot and let them know if you have a partner, need a partner, or have mobility issues so that they can plan accordingly. Marlene Case: esacm@verizon.net or 845-942-1182 or Deborah J Williams: djsinc163@gmail.com or 914-329-3637
Bridge Major Suit Raises 1
With Amy Nellisen
Learn to judge how well the partnership hands fit together.
Topics include the weak freak, cuebid raises, help suit game tries, and Jacoby 2NT.
This fast-paced course is for those who are playing bridge regularly outside of class.
6 Thursdays 5/11- 6/15, 12pm- 2pm (optional practice at 11am)
$165/$195, $200 as of 5/11
Mah Jongg Beginners
With Stacy Budkofsky
Learn the basics and how to play skillfully in a relaxed, no pressure atmosphere. Come with a group or we will set you up with one. A 2023 Mah Jongg card is required for this class.
5 Wednesdays, 5/24-6/21, 10:30 am-12:30 pm, $130/$150
5 Mondays, 7/10-8/14, 11 am-1 pm, $130/$150 (no class 8/7)
Mah Jongg Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
With Stacy Budkofsky
You’ve learned the basics of the game but still need a little fine tuning before you can play with the pros. Learn new strategies, build your confidence, and watch your game soar to new heights in a relaxed and fun atmosphere!
4 Mondays, 5/1-6/5, 11 am-1 pm, $100/$120 (no class 5/15 and 5/29)
Canasta Beginners
With Andrea Hershan
Learn this easy to understand yet challenging game. It’s a great way to get together and socialize!
Limited space available
4 Wednesdays, 5/17-6/7, 1-3:30 pm, $130/$150
4 Wednesdays, 6/28-7/19, 1-3:30 pm, $130/$150
Canasta Strategy
With Andrea Hershan
If you’ve been playing for a while and want to hone your skills and learn new techniques, this workshop is for you. Come with your group or alone. Break for lunch on your own.
Wednesday, 7/12, 10 am-1 pm, $35/$40
SOCIAL GAMES AT THE J
Social games are free to members. Public pays $8 per session. Save money when purchasing an 8-session punch card for $55. Practice your skills with your own group or come and play with new people.
Social Scrabble
Mondays, Ongoing, 11 am-2 pm
Social Canasta
Tuesdays, Ongoing, 11 am-4 pm
Social Mah Jongg
Thursdays, Ongoing, 10:30 am-3:30 pm
PICKLEBALL AT THE J
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