Senior Adult Weekly Speaker Series

Senior Adult Weekly Speaker Series

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Reminder: The JCC will be closed for Shavuot on
Monday, June 2 and Tuesday, June 3

Escape From Behind Enemy Lines
Thurs, May 29
11:15 AM in the Senior Adult Lounge
Uncover the dramatic true story of the Shelburne Line, a WWII escape network that returned Allied airmen to safety. Hear a firsthand family account of one navigator’s harrowing journey, told through letters, maps, photos, and original identity cards.

Comedy of the Catskills: Laughter in the Mountains
Thurs, June 5
11:15 AM in the Senior Adult Lounge
Take a nostalgic trip to the golden era of the Borscht Belt, where legendary comedians honed their craft in the Catskill Mountains. Explore the vibrant world of Catskills comedy—home to Milton Berle, Jackie Mason, Joan Rivers, and Jerry Lewis—and discover how their wit and cultural humor shaped American entertainment.

Come Fly With Me
Fri, June 6
11:15 AM in the Senior Adult Lounge
Embark on a musical globe-trot with pianist and vocalist Jay Daniels. From the romantic streets of Paris to the sun-drenched savannahs of Africa, enjoy songs like “La Vie en Rose,” “Africa,” “Penny Lane,” and “Volare” in a whimsical journey around the world.

Masters of Song: Peggy Lee
Tues, June 10
11:15 AM in the Senior Adult Lounge
Celebrate the unforgettable voice and artistry of Peggy Lee. Learn about her iconic hits like “Fever” and “Is That All There Is?” and her lasting impact on jazz, pop, and film as one of the most influential female performers of the 20th century.

Alan Shepard and Freedom 7: America’s First Journey into Space
Thurs, June 19
11:15 AM in the Senior Adult Lounge
Relive Alan Shepard’s historic 1961 flight as the first American in space. Explore his life as a naval aviator and astronaut, and the legacy of this pioneering mission that propelled the U.S. into the space race.

Central Park: The Jewel of New York City
Tues, June 24
11:15 AM in the Senior Adult Lounge
Discover the origins and evolution of Central Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. Explore the cultural, historical, and environmental significance that has made it an enduring icon of New York City.

Nova Scotia
Thurs, June 26
11:15 AM in the Senior Adult Lounge
Learn the fascinating history of Nova Scotia—once nearly the 14th American colony. From its role in early European settlement to connections with the American Revolution, the telephone, and the Titanic, this program dives into the region’s rich past and lasting legacy.

All programs are accessible and FREE

If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Robins at 201.408.1455 or lrobins@jccotp.org