AACI Jerusalem Programs & Activities
 
AACI  GALLERY EXHIBITION The Journey of a Lifetime
AACI The Star Media Library & Cinema Club   Mah Jongg Classes
A Date with History Music Together
Anyone can Draw - Art Class  Navigational Series 
Digital Photography Course - Douglas Guthrie 55 +/- Recent Single Olim Get-Together
Family Budget Counseling Pre & Post Aliyah Information Sessions
Feldenkrais for Healthy Backs Seniors Wednesday Morning Programs
Financial Resource Network Supermarket Savvy Tours
Getting to know the Shuk  Travel Advice - Ophir Tours
Health & Welness Programs Trip to Neot Kedumim & Memorial Ceremony
Rosh Hashana and New Beginnings Ulpan La'Inyan
It’s a Bargain! Widows Support Group
Information Development & Technical Writing Workshops Yard Sale
If Mamma Ain’t Happy, Ain’t Nobody Happy!
– Coaching for Mothers
 
   
 
 
The AMIT-AACI Library
 
You are invited to come and browse in our library we you’ll find many new, interesting titles such as books by:  Charlotte Bingham ; Vince Flynn ; Martin Gilbert ; both Faye and Jonathan Kellerman ; Jodi Picoult ; Barbara Walters and Yael Unterman.
 
The AMIT-AACI Library, located in AACI’s new home in 37 Pierre Koenig Street. Thousands of books will be available for lending, and we hope you’ll support our joint endeavor by taking full advantage of the wonderful stock of fiction, non-fiction, drama, suspense, biography, and more!
 
We are delighted to offer as well a new series entitled, MEET THE AUTHOR, in which published authors will speak about their works in the warm, homey setting of our new library.
 
AMIT-AACI Library Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tel: 02-5661181 ext 323
 
Let’s Talk Books - New
The AMIT-AACI English Library invites you to participate in our newly-formed Book Club, featuring readings, discussions and book reviewing. Read a good book lately? Come along and share with us what you love/hate about the book, author, style, etc.
 
Pre-registration suggested: call Rolene 5661181 ext.323 or 02 - 5639186
 
 
 
AACI The Star Media Library & Cinema Club
The AACI Star. This is a new initiative by Barbara Roth, an Olah Hadasha, who arrived in Jerusalem July 29, 2009. Barbara was a Special Interests DVD producer in Austin, Texas, and she sparked us with the idea for a Media library and club. 
 
We are asking for your DVD donations of any appropriate genres such as action, comedy, drama, documentary, history, sci-fi, special interest and of course, Judaica, to begin our media library. Also, we are looking for volunteers to staff The AACI Star Library. There will be two shifts per week, Sunday 9 am – 12 noon and Thursday 1 – 4 pm.
 
The AACI Star Library will operate on a donation basis of 5 NIS per DVD for a two-week check-out period for AACI members. We also hope to start The AACI Star Cinema Club, with a special movie screening once a month. Look for upcoming details in your e-newsletters.  
 
We need your help to help us make The AACI Star Library a success! Please either bring in your DVDs or mail them to us at: AACI, P.O.B 4337, Jerusalem 91042.
 
Please address any questions directly to Barbara at star@aaci.org.il 
 

AACI Jerusalem Senior's
Wednesday Morning Programs begin at 11:00 a.m

 

Chairpersons:  Shula Arnhem and Laura Sanderson

Vice Chairpersons:  Sarah Peters and Warner Kenton

Programs:  Shula Arnhem
Donation: NIS 5

Programs are held at AACI - Dr. Max & Gianna Family Center, Jerusalem, 37 Pierre Koeneg 37, corner of Poalei Tzedek 2, Talpiot.

 

Sept 8
Erev Rosh Hashanah – No meeting
Sept 15     
Sue Tourkin-Komet will do "show and tell" on her first model Sukkah "Sukkat Ha'aliyot" exhibited at Bet Avi Chai in 2009, which was adapted and used for educational purposes.  
FYI - Sue will be submitting two new models at BAC for the 2010 contest.  The general public is invited to visit the exhibition during Chol Hamoed Sukkot from 10 a.m.-7 p.m.  Entrance is free.
Sept 22 & 29
Erev Sukkot and Erev Simchat Torah – No meetings 
Chag Sameach to you all!!
Oct 6 Toby Willig, former President of Emunah Women of America, Board member of Jerusalem Hanhalah, and Chairman of Seminar Committee of Jerusalem, will speak on How Mid-Term Elections in the USA will affect Israel.
Oct 13 David Young M.A., historian, teacher and author, will talk on his recent book “Of Guns and Mules” which tells the story of the Zion Mule Corps. In Palestine during World War I.
Oct 20 Rina Cadranel, arts and crafts creator, will display her talents and pass on her expertise in Encaustic Art – Painting with Beeswax.
Oct 27
Music Special! Chaim Tsur, violinist, with Lydia Gotlieb, piano, will play Beethoven’s Kreutzer Sonata, and afterwards an audience selection.


Stay tuned to weekly program update emails!
To receive a weekly update of AACI Jerusalem Senior programs by email, please email
warner2@zahav.net.il


The details will be notified as soon as the each weekly event is  confirmed.

    

Volunteer with us!
AACI's membership office is looking for volunteers
to help us reach out to our membership. 
If you are personable and would like to volunteer in a fun and friendly atmosphere, contact Sara at membership@aaci.org.il or 02-566-1181 Ext. 302
 
55 +/- Recent Single Olim Get-Together

We look forward to getting together one evening a month.

(Next meeting to be announced.)
 
High Holy Days
The High Holy Days will be here before we know it, and the AACI 55 +/- Singles Group is ready to start planning!

 
In order to do this, Belle, the volunteer coordinator of the group, would
like to know who is interested in getting together for the holidays so that we can determine the type of activities that need to be planned.

 
Please fill this out and send via email to Belle at aaci55ish@gmail.com. Please include your name, e-mail address and phone number.

____ I have where to go.

____ I can invite people to my place for
____ Rosh Hashanah
____ Yom Kippur
____ Succot
____ Simchat Torah

____ I would like information on available hosts:
____ Rosh Hashanah
____ Yom Kippur
____ Succot
____ Simchat Torah

____ I would like to be with 55+/- friends for
____ Rosh Hashanah
____ Yom Kippur
____ Succot
____ Simchat Torah

Please advise ASAP so that we can look for accommodations, etc.
 
This event is open to the general public!
Suggested donation: AACI members NIS 15/non-members NIS 20 (light refreshments included)
Programs are held at AACI - Dr. Max & Gianna Family Center, Jerusalem, 37 Pierre Koeneg 37, corner of Poalei Tzedek 2, Talpiot.
 
Bookswap at every meeting.Contact Volunteer Coordinator: Belle Fine-Cohen, MS at 054-882-4944 or aaci.55ish@gmail.com to pre-register.

It’s a Bargain Monthly Series!
with Sybil Kaplan
 
Come once or come every month! Sybil will keep you updated on the best bargain places in Jerusalem!
 
Bring your pen and notebook for a one-hour, information-packed workshop on the best bargain places in Jerusalem!
 
Places to eat, shop, buy for yourself, for your kids and grandkids, gift shopping, etc. This is enjoyment on a budget by our budget-minded, bargain shopper par excellence, Sybil Kaplan, food writer, Shuk-Walk leader and presenter on RustyMikeradio.com in "Shuk Shopping."   
  
When:   September 20th at 9:30 - 10:30 am
             October 18, 9:30 - 10:30 am & 7:30 - 8:00 pm
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost:     AACI member NIS30/Non-Member NIS 40
 
"Please call the day before to verify that the program is taking place."
 
 
Getting to Know the Shuk
 
Back by popular demand!
Give a gift certificate to a friend for birthday or anniversary!
Learn the ins and outs of shopping in Machaneh Yehudah
 
Take a one hour walk with itinerant shopper, Sybil Kaplan, food writer, Jerusalem Post food columnist and cookbook author. Bring some bags, learn the ins and outs of the shuk, take notes and stay on to wander through on your own.
 
When
Monday, September 6, 10:00 am
Monday, September 27, 10:00 am
Monday, October 11, 10:00 am & 5:00 pm
 
Meeting Place: Agrippas St. by entrance of closed shuk (next to flower vendor) 
Cost: 35 NIS per AACI member/ 45 NIS per non-member. Please have exact change.
Limited Space! Call 02-566-1181 to pre-register- limited space!
 
Please call AACI if you are unable to attend and if you attend.
 
P.S. Listen to Sybil every Monday around 11 am on Rustymikeradio.com with "Shuk Shopping"
 
"Please call the day before to verify that the program is taking place."
 
Travel Advice – Ophir Tours
 
Have questions about Travel? This is your opportunity to meet with Susan Lawrence-Mor, an agent from Ophir Tours who has been in the travel business for more than 18 years. Susan will be available on Wednesdays at 2:00-4:00 pm at our Jerusalem office (37 Pierre Koenig). Get the latest information regarding air fares, cruises, car rentals, domestic tourism plus much more. For an appointment, please call Susan at 02-631-0849.
 
Susan will be at AACI every Wednesday from 10:00 - 15:30
 
 
“Still Life and Interiors” Evening Studio for Art
 
For students at all levels 
 
Ben Simon, an exhibiting artist and teacher in Jerusalem, emphasizes classical drawing and painting techniques of representation as well as catering to the particular interests of each student. Students are encouraged to begin the series with pencil and paper where the focus is line, contour, value, composition and form, and continue later in the series with acrylic paint to develop understanding of color, form and perspective.
 
Required materials: Large drawing paper, 6b pencil and eraser
David Hockney  Giorgio Morandi
 
                                               
When: Mondays, October 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost per class: AACI member NIS 75/NIS 100
Pre-registration required! Call 02-566-1181
 
For more information about the course, contact Ben at 054-521-6279 or jaminsimon@hotmail.com
Health and Wellness Programs
(All our classes take place at AACI-Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center, 37 Pierre Koenig/Corner of Poalei Zedek 2, Talpiot.)
 
Yang Long Form Tai Chi Exercise Class with Nancy Harel Thursday afternoons from 2:30-3:30pm (advanced) & 3:45-4:45pm (beginners)
 
Find your balance at AACI! Tai Chi is a gentle physical and mental discipline that has been practiced in China for about 400 years in its current form, and has been gaining a world following. Based on martial arts training, Tai Chi exercises the body and uses breathing and relaxation techniques to let go of tension and release blocked energy.
Almost everyone can do Tai Chi; it is done in slow motion with little joint stress, cleansing and rejuvenating the body and mind. Using flowing movements, a Tai Chi session moves through positions for strength and balance to integrate mind and body.
Please wear loose clothing.

Cost: NIS 35 for AACI members / NIS 40 Non Members. 
 
Cartisiya now available pay for 10 classes, get one free!  Call AACI at 02-566-1181
 
 
Exercise Class for 50+
 
Sunday mornings -11:00 - 12 noon.
Wednesday noon - 09:30
NIS 35 AACI members / non members NIS 40
 
The class is led by Marilyn Cohen, graduate of the Wingate Institute with a certification in Physical Activity for Seniors.
Please wear closed shoes and comfortable clothing.
 
For more information and to register, please call 02-5661-181
 
Cartisiya now available pay for 10 classes, get one free!  Call AACI at 02-566-1181
 
 
Feldenkrais for Healthy Backs
Two Feldenkrais Classes!
taught by Shoshanna Lederman
 
In each Feldenkrais movement class, Shoshanna will guide students through a sequence of movements to discover ways of moving that are easier and give relief from aches and pains. The goal is to achieve greater flexibility, while reducing pain and limitations.
 
FREE Introductory Classes:
Monday, September 20that 10:30 am & Monday, November 29th at 10:30 am
 
Two 4-week basic programs: Mondays and Thursdays at 10:30 am
a. October 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
b. November 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25
 
Each week Shoshanna will deal with a different topic.
 
Cost per month: AACI members NIS 200/non-members NIS 250
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Pre-registration required! Call AACI-to register, 02-566-1181
 
Advanced program available on request. Call Shoshanna for details: 050-7526631.
 
 
FELDENKRAIS LESSON ON A CHAIR
 
For those who want greater flexibility, pain reduction and relief from stiffness but find getting up and down off the floor challenging, Feldenkrais developed a perfect series of lessons to be taught while sitting on a chair.
 
FREE Introductory Classes:
Monday, September 20, 11:30 am & Monday, November 1, 11.30 am
 
Two 4-week basic programs: Mondays at 11:30 am
a. October 4, 11, 18, 25
b. November 8, 15, 22, 29
 
Cost per month: AACI members NIS 130; non-members NIS 150
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center  
Pre-registration required! Call AACI, 566-1181 to register
Call Shoshanna for details: 050-7526631
 
Shoshanna Lederman, Certified Feldenkrais practitioner, Israel certified yoga teacher-Wingate Institute, MA in Education, Bank Street College, NY
 
 
 
 
Heard Any Good Books Lately?
AACI’S Library for the Visually Impaired
 
What if your vision deteriorated so that you could no longer read the books you love? AACI prides itself in filling every possible niche in making life in Israel a wonderful experience and solving problems.
 
Located in the Jerusalem office of the AACI, this very extensive library is a lifeline for visually and physically impaired booklovers. It contains books on tape, CDs, MP3s and in large print, ranging from fiction, suspense and humor, to self-help, Judaica and biographies. Those members who listen to audiocassettes also welcome the monthly magazine on tape that is recorded by Marcia Lewison and her volunteer readers.
 
What could be easier than to request books by phone or e-mail, have them mailed to you free of charge, and return them in the same container postage free? This amazing library is utilized by English speakers of all ages from Naharia to Eilat, in cities and towns as well as on kibbutzim and moshavim.
 
The librarians are all volunteers who take great pride in knowing their dedication enriches the lives of so many. All of the “books” in the library have been donated or purchased with donated funds. Gifts of large print books or audiobooks can be sent postage free to the AACI, 37 Pierre Koenig, corner of Poalei Tzedek Talpiot, Jerusalem.  P.O. Box 53349, Jerusalem 91042
 
To find out how you can access the world of talking books, make a donation or work as a volunteer, call 02-560-0912, or e-mail library@aaci.org.il
 
Time to Learn Hebrew? 
 
Take one of the friendly, state-of-the-art classes offered by Ulpan La-Inyan in cooperation with AACI Jerusalem!
 
First fall session: October 3 - November 11
Second fall session: November 14 - December 23
 
Level 1 – essential conversation
Level 2 do more than get by
Level 3 master core vocabulary       
Level 4 upgrade to “grown-up” capabilities
Level 5 towards fluency
 
Cost – which includes all class materials and exercises – ranges between NIS 915 and NIS 950 before the deadline (AACI member discounts). Please visit www.prices.ulpan.com for more information.
 
For class schedules and registration deadlines, please visit www.calendar.ulpan.com, or contact Ami (info below).
 
For more information about these sessions and future sessions, and to subscribe to your
free daily dose of Hebrew by e-mail, visit www.ulpan.com or contact Ami Steinberger
at 052-6714924 or ami@ulpan.com.
 
 
EXCLUSIVE OFFER for 2010-2010 Academic Year
 
Save up to NIS 600 for signing up in advance!
Check out www.prices.ulpan.com for details.
For more information about this session and future sessions, and to subscribe to your
free daily dose of Hebrew by email, visit www.ulpan.com or contact Ami Steinberger
at 052 671 4924 or ami@ulpan.com.
 
 
EXCLUSIVE OFFER for 2010-2010 Academic Year
 
Save up to 300¤ for signing up in advance!
Check out www.prices.ulpan.com for details.
 
Pre & Post Aliyah Sessions Information Sessions
(Valuable information on rights, bureaucracy, & more…)
 held at:
AACI JERUSALEM
37 Pierre Koenig, corner of Poalei Tzedek
Talpiot. Directions
Tel: 02-5661-181
 
  
Please call in advance (02-561-7151) to confirm and to sign up.
In addition, AACI also offers:
 
"HOT LINE" Counseling with Sheila Bauman by phone, for short questions only!
Daily (Sunday – Thursday):  12:15 pm – 1:15 pm. Call 02-5661-181.
 
DROP-IN Counseling for AACI members
Either 9:00 am – 10:45 am or 2:00 pm – 3:45 pm. Call 02-5661-181 the day before or same day to confirm time and counselor availability.
 
Counseling in Modi'in/Beit Shemesh: from 3:00 pm/or from 9:30 am – by appointment only. Please call for dates.  
 
Advice Sessions for AACI members, given by qualified volunteers.
Call 02-566-1181 to make an appointment for: Travel, Tax and Investment Advice; Banking Advice; Building and Construction Advice; Insurance Advice; Shipping Advice and/or Advice on Money Management – investments, real estate, wills and trusts abroad. By appointment only!
 
 
 Widows Support Group
 
Wednesdays August,  3:00 – 4:30 pm  
 
A warm, comfortable environment. For women whose husbands have died recently [w/in the past 3 years] and who still have children living at home
 
The group provides a safe place for members to speak of their experience of having lost a spouse. Women who have recently lost a husband have much to deal with, including:  experiencing their own grief, helping their children deal with the grief of having lost their father, and becoming the sole head of the household.
 
The support given by others who are going through or have gone through the same thing helps the group members feel understood and reduces feelings of loneliness and isolation. Group members become a resource for each other, sharing ideas of what has or has not been helpful to them, and information about benefits and help available. Confidentiality is respected.
 
Facilitator: Rena Meriash-Levine, M.S.W., a social worker who has close to fifteen years’ experience leading groups.                
 
Tuesdays 3-4 pm
 
Cost: AACI members NIS 10/ non-members NIS 15
 
Please call to pre-register- 02-561-7151
Group will be cancelled in case of insufficient registration.
 
 
AACI- Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
37 Pierre Koenig, corner of Poalei Tzedek
Talpiot. Directions
Tel: 02-5661-181
 
ANYONE CAN DRAW with Marcia Lewison
Tuesday mornings, 10:-12 noon at AACI Jerusalem
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
 
Marcia's Art Courses for adults are a perennial favorite!
 
If you want to learn how to draw in a lively, basic way, this is the class for you. Learn to use pencils, charcoal, colored pencils and more!
 
Cost: AACI members NIS 200/non-members NIS 240
 
To register for the course and receive a supply list by e-mail or at the office, call AACI at 02-5661181 or email jlmprog@aaci.org.il
 
Registration is limited – this class fills up!
 
Your Baby Needs Music!
  
“Your baby needs Music" is a fun hour experience of songs, movement and dance, especially designed for parents with babies from 4 months to 2 years old. Activities include rhythmic chants, creative movement from finger plays to large motor movement activities, singing with percussion instruments, puppets and lots of ideas and tips to take home with you to enrich your child's musical development.
 
When: Wednesdays at 4:00 pm. 10 sessions: Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 15, 22
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost per child per full course: AACI members NIS 300/non-members NIS 350.
Cost per 2nd child per full course: AACI members NIS 275/non-members NIS 325
 
Pre-Registration Required! Please call 02-566-1181.
For more details check out www.musicwithsharon.com
 
Music Together!
 
Research shows that early music education is a vital part in a child’s development.
 
“Music Together” is a parent-child class for infants, toddlers and preschoolers up to age 5, in which families share songs, instrument play, rhythm chants, and movement activities in a relaxed, playful, non performance-oriented setting.
 
When: Wednesdays at 5:00 pm. Course runs for 10 sessions
           October 6, 13, 20, 27. November 3, 10, 17, 24. December 15, 22
Where: AACI-Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center,
2 Poalei Tzedek (corner of Pierre Koenig), 4th floor
Cost per child per Course: AACI members NIS 300/non-members NIS 350.
Cost per 2nd child per Course: AACI members NIS 275/non-members NIS 325
Accompanying book and CD: NIS 160- cash only.
Sharon Meisels has been running groups for mothers and children in Israel over the last 10 years.
 
Pre-Registration Required! Please call 02-566-1181
For more details check out www.musicwithsharon.com
 
 
  Digital Photography
Join Douglas Guthrie for four lectures dealing with composition, color, light and shadows, and selective focusing. Suitable for all levels. 
 
When: Tuesdays at 4:00 pm, Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2
 
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
 
Cost of full course: AACI members NIS 120; non-members NIS 150
 
Cost per lecture: AACI members NIS 35; non-members NIS 45
 
 
 
PLUS: Two lectures dealing exclusively with PICASA. Suitable for all levels.
When: Tuesdays, 4:00 pm, November 9, 16
Where: AACI - Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center.
 
 
Cost per lecture: AACI members NIS 35; non-members NIS 45
 
 
 
"Please call the day before to verify that the program is taking place."
 
  
 
A Date with History series given by David L. Young
 
To Plot or Not to Plot? A seven-session series by David Young
 
David Young is an author of 9 historical novels (5 of them published in UK, USA & Israel)
 
Topics:
1) Not everyone loved Good Queen Bess: Four plots against her
2) Four other Tudor plots: Two Pretenders, One Queen and One Lady
3) Did James I die naturally in bed? Plots against "the wisest fool"
4) Two would-be murderous plots against the government
5) Some people did not like "The Merry Monarch." Three plots against Charles II
6) The assassinations of Lincoln and JFK: Was there a connection?
7) Other U.S. Presidential plots
 
When: Mondays, 4 pm, Oct. 4, 18, Nov. 1, 15, 29, Dec. 13 and 27
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost per lecture: AACI members NIS 30; non-members NIS 40
Call 02-5661181 to pre-register!
  
Place for English Activities for Kids
 
We are delighted to announce the opening of PEAK, the Place for English Activities for Kids.  PEAK will be centered at AACI’s new home, the Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center. 
 
The aim of PEAK is to provide a place and forum where kids engage in unique English-speaking activities. We also envision PEAK as a walk-in center, where school-aged children can access English resources, such as books, magazines, videos, software, games, educational tools, and more.
 
PEAK welcomes your ideas and involvement!
As a volunteer initiative, PEAK welcomes your input and involvement to develop a concept into a reality that meets the needs of English-speaking children in our community.
 
We’d love to hear from you! Please contact us at 02-566-1181 or at peak4kids@yahoo.com.   
Many thanks to Fonda Weiss for her creativity, initiative and time in getting this project off the ground.
 
FLY Reading Chug for Kids with Fonda Weiss ! ! !
FLYmeans to have FunLearningYoung !
 
The FLY Reading chug encourages young English-speaking kids (ages 4 to 7) to have fun learning to read English. Each FLY Reading chug features a hands-on, kinesthetic, musical, multi-sensory approach! It’s as if your child learns to read, while on the set of a live Sesame Street show! Plus a fun snack is served at the end of each chug.
 
The FLY Reading chug will meet at AACI, for ten weeks starting the week of October 3rd.  If there is sufficient interest, the chug will continue through June. Days and times are to be determined, so please contact AACI at 02-566-1181 or at peak4kids@yahoo.com to pre-register your child, and to let us know your child’s availability and preference for days and times.  
 
The cost of the FLY Reading chug is NIS 360 for AACI members/NIS 385 for non-members.
 
Before the start of the FLY Reading chug, each pre-registered child will have a “fun” reading readiness assessment, in order to be placed in the appropriate level. For more information, feel free to contact Fonda Weiss at yafweiss@yahoo.com who will gladly respond to all inquiries.
 
Recommendations:
”I’m always impressed with Fonda’s teaching approach… she challenges her students with activities that utilize a higher order of thinking.”
 -- a highly-respected, experienced Israeli educator
 
” I liked gan, but I liked Fonda’s chug the most. She is so creative!”
 -- a 5 year old boy
 
Drama Chug for Kids with Sara Kohn ! ! !
Develop your child's creativity and confidence through drama games, exercises and creative movement. Make plays and have FUN!
 
For Who? Kids age 7-9, English speakers
When: Sundays, 4:00- 5:15 pm
Cost: 320 shekel for 10 weeks
 
For more information, feel free to contact Sara Kohn at 054 304 9846 who will gladly respond to all inquiries.
 
Sukkah Decoration Arts & Crafts Event for Kids
Monday September 20, 4:00 - 5:30 pm
 
For kids of all ages. Make your Sukkah beautiful this Chag and spend time with other kids from the community.
Cost: AACI Members: NIS10  Non Members NIS15
Where: AACI - Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center, 37 Pierre Koenig, Talpiot
 
Seeking Kids for KIDS4KIDS Events
PEAK plans to offer unique Kids4Kids events where kids can “show off” their stuff to other kids. Each Kids4Kids event will focus on a different theme, and kids will be invited to do shows and “show and tell” in areas of particular interest to them.
 
For our first Kids4Kids events, to be held in November, we are seeking:
- Musically-inclined kids (aged 7 to 18) who play a musical instrument, and are willing to perform for other kids and share about what they’re doing.
- Kids(over age 9) that enjoy reading aloud and helping “little” kids.
If your child fits either of the above descriptions, please let us know! You can contact PEAK at peak4kids@yahoo.com.Then we’ll be in touch with you and your child, to prepare for the first ever Kids4Kids events!
 
New Children’s English Library to Open at AACI
PEAK is setting up a new children’s library in the room next to the AMIT-AACI library. So far, we have an inventory of several thousand children’s books in English! Please come check out the library, and stay tuned for when we’re officially open for kids to check out books. Meanwhile, please join us for:
 
Toddler Time Tuesdays with Mimi!            For children ages 1-4
Songs, Stories and rhymes for your young ones!
Tuesdays, October 5 & 12, 4:15 pm
 
Funny & Fairy Tales with Mimi!                 For children ages 4-8 
Wednesdays, October 6 & 13, 4:15 pm
 
A special thank you to Mimi Borowich for her efforts in making this dream a reality. 
Thank you to Shraga Kopstein who donated approximately 1500 children’s books, as well as to Mara Moshe, Chava & Sarah Weiss, JELLY and all the others who have already donated books.
 
The new Children’s English Library needs books and volunteers!
 
We welcome your donation of any English books, magazines, videos, educational tools and games that can be enjoyed by kids. Feel free to bring them to AACI at any time.
 
Interested in contributing your time and ideas to make the new Children’s Library a success? Please contact us at 02-566-1181 or at aacikidslibrary@gmail.com.
 
Welcome to Israel-Supermarket Savvy Tour
  • Are you totally frustrated walking into Israeli supermarkets?
  • Trying to do a "quick shop", but can never seem to find what you're looking for?
  • I'm used to using ___________ (fill in the blank) in the "old country" - waht can I substitute for it here?
  • How do I read Israeli food lables?
  • What is trans fat? (OK, that's not only an Israeli food issue, but we go into good butrition principles also.)
Start feeling really at home in your grocery store!
 
The tour lasts approximately 2-2 1/2 hours and includes a printed booklet with translatins, recipes, nutrition tips and othr helpful guides.
 
Special AACI discounted price: Members NIS 100/Non-members NIS 110
Meet: Outside the AACI - Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center,  37 Pierre Koenig/2 Poalei Tzedek, Talpiot
Dates and times:  New dates to be announced.
 
Pre-registration required - limited space!
 
"Please call the day before to verify that the program is taking place."
 
 
 
For more information please call Elana Kideckel at 050-6399307 or email supermarkettours@hotmail.com
 
  
AACI BLOOD DRIVE in cooperation with MDA  
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED. 
AACI - Dr. Max and Gianna Glassman Family Center
2 Poalei Tzedek
 
Your donation can make the difference!
 
Donors must:
  • Be aged 18-65
  • Be of minimum weight 50 kg
  • Have not donated blood in the last 3 months
 
Those who have spent a total of 6 months in the UK between 1980-1996, received a blood transfusion or had an operation in the UK cannot donate blood. 
 
 
AACI members benefit from blood insurance in case of need.
 
 
If you would like to volunteer for the Blood Drive,
please contact Elana at 02-566-1181
 
 
Mah Jongg Classes with Marsha Gardner
Learn to play from a pro!
 
Tuesdays at 11:00
 
Mah Jongg (or "Maajh", as it is usually called) is a fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, dating back to the time of Confucius, and is the most popular game in the Orient today.
 
Call to pre-register: 02-566-1181. Limited space!
Cost for 8 class session: AACI members NIS 80/non-members NIS 100
 
 
Crit Evenings 
A new Art Program at AACI beginning October 13
 
Learn valuable skills and benefit from expert insight – all in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.
 
Starting in October, AACI will host monthly evenings of instruction in some aspect of painting/drawing technique, followed by a critique of individual work and at the end, a general discussion.
 
You are invited to bring along a drawing or painting for constructive and gentle criticism by a professional artist in an open forum.
 
Each month we will invite a different professional artist to conduct the evening. In this way we will be able to offer wide points of view on the subjects of painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics and photography.
 
The first of our "Crit Evenings" will be conducted by Yochanan Black, a professional painter and designer. To start the session off, he will give a short talk on composition entitled "Getting down to the basics – putting the elements of a painting together before putting brush to canvas." Then Yochanan will look at your work and suggest ways for you to advance and improve your skills.
 
When: Wednesday, October 13, 7:00 pm 
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost: AACI members NIS 20/non-members NIS 30
Call 02-566-1181 to Pre-Register          Pre-Registration Required!!
 
Into the New Year - Rosh Hashana and New Beginnings
by Dr. Robin B. Zeiger, Ph.D.
 
Come join us for an experiential workshop to make New Year’s resolutions. Robin will present some inspiring quotes and brief stories. Participants will then create goals for the upcoming year, using a more creative medium (e.g., journaling, collage, sand-tray work). No artistic or creative talent required!
 
When: Monday, September 6, 2010, 5:30 pm
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost: AACI members NIS 10/non-members NIS 15
Pre-registration required! Call 02-566-1181
For more info, contact Robin at 050-316-4518 or rbzeiger@yahoo.com
 
Robin B. Zeiger received her Ph.D. in Clinical & Social Psychology from the University of Illinois in Chicago in 1985. She has had extensive experience in individual, family, couples’, child therapy, and supervision and training. Her expertise includes sand-tray therapy, dream analysis, the interface of psychology and religion, and incorporating creativity into psychotherapy. 
 
Great Jewish Thinkers: Maimonides and his View on Repentance
 
The period before Rosh Hashanah is traditionally one of reflection on the past year and repentance for our actions.
 
Maimonides (RAMBAM) is considered one of the greatest Jewish philosophers in Jewish history. His work, “The Laws of Repentance,” summarizes all the laws pertaining to repentance, or Teshuva.
 
In this lecture, Rabbi Chaim Brovender, the Rosh Yeshiva of WebYeshiva, will be examining Maimonides’ view on repentance. The lecture will also be broadcast live on the webyeshiva.org.
 
When: Monday, September 13, 8:00 pm
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost: AACI members NIS 10/non-members NIS 15
Home Improvement- Do It Yourself!
 
Join us for a fast-paced introduction to basic home repair and maintenance, where we'll be discussing the tools and practicing the techniques that every homeowner or renter should know.

"Knowledge is Power" - discover how simple and easy (& cheap!) some repairs can be, and learn when it’s prudent to call a professional. Know how to gauge the workmanship of that professional.

Topics include the below and everything in between:
Tools, Plumbing- leaks and clogs, Electricity- outages, Walls- repair, mold, hanging pictures and fixtures, Tile- grout and caulking, Painting
 
There will be a question and answer session at the end.

The instructor, Ari Fuld, is a plumber in Jerusalem with years of home improvement experience in both the U.S. and Israel.
 
When: Sunday, October 17 at 4:00 pm, and again at 7:00 pm!
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost: AACI members NIS 40/non-members NIS 50
Call 02-566-1181 to pre-register- pre-registration suggested!
 
 
Yard Sale is Back! Bigger and Better!
 
Get Your Table NOW
 
 
When: Friday, October 22, 2010, 9 am- 1 pm
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
 
Or, call 02-566-1181:
AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
P.O.B. 53349
Jerusalem 91533
 
If you’d like to volunteer, please contact 02-566-1181
 
"Please call the day before to verify that the program is taking place."
 
 
Trip to Neot Kedumim and AACI National Memorial Ceremony
Monday October 25, 2010
 
This year, for the first time, we are planning a National tiyul before the ceremony.   AACI members from around the country will visit the Neot Kedumim Biblical Landscape Reserve where our theme for the day will be  Between Succot and Hanukka in the Heart of the Modi'in Region.
 
We will learn how the cave-studded, mountainous Modi’in region helped Yehudah Maccabee to his ultimate victory over a stronger, well equipped army and we'll understand how the topography of this area played an important role in “delivering the many into the hand of the few”.  Next we'll talk about oil, olive oil to be exact: Which areas of the Land of Israel were known as superior for the production of oliveoil, and why? After the cleansing of the Temple, why was there difficulty in obtaining a supply of olive oil to light the Menorah? Optional activity: 
Plant a tree at Neot Kedumim (optional – NIS 40)
 
A dairy lunch can be ordered through the Neot Kedumim catering service or you can bring your own picnic lunch and enjoy the superb landscape.
 
Our day will conclude with the ceremony at the AACI Memorial Forest near the Sha’ar HaGai junction between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.  (see above)
 
Cost: Members NIS    Non-members: NIS       
Dairy Lunch (reserve when registering) NIS 65     
Optional tree planting   NIS 40
 
Depart from AACI office in Talpiot at  8:30 am.  Will pick up at Binyamai Haouma.
Return: 6.00 pm
For registration please call the AACI 02-5661181-
 
 
AACI Navigational Series
 
Starting Employment - What Am I Entitled To?
Monday, October 11, 7:00 pm 
 
What is mandatory for the employer to pay (and deduct) from a payroll? What is optional, and how can I read the pay slip?
 
Guest Speaker: Moshe Egel-Tal, CSPP
CEO and Founder, Israpay  - "Making Payroll Simplified"
 
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost: AACI members NIS 15/non-members NIS 20
Please call to register 02-5661181
 
Essentials of Family Budget Management
Monday, November 1, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Part I: General overview of the three essential budget priorities that must be met by a typical family each month:
  1. Fixed and Variable Ongoing Costs – food, shelter, utilities, education, repairs, taxes, etc.
  2. Risk Management – Various essential insurances and pension planning
  3. Saving – Medium and long-term goals, including higher education, family life-cycle events, housing assistance for children, etc.
Part II:  Allocation and prioritization of our regular monthly expenses, tips on saving money on specific budget line items and techniques for effective budget planning and regular review. Participants in the seminar will be able to walk away from the evening with a better understanding of the skills required for effective monthly budget planning.

Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost: AACI members NIS 15/non-members NIS 20
Please call to register 02-5661181
Do you want to use a computer, but don't know where to start? 
  • Do you want to be in touch with relatives by email?
  • Do you want to see more of your distant family and friends - through getting their pictures and sending out yours?
  • Do you want to write your pearls of wisdom and send them out to all dear to you at the touch of a button?
  • Do you want to keep track of your finances in an orderly way?
  • Do you want to learn to use the internet to find out more info about topics that interest you?
  • Do you want to learn all these skills in English?
 
If you said yes to any of these questions, and are interested in taking a Basic Computer Course organized by AACI, let us know!,
 
AACI is planning a course will meet for 4 sessions of two hours each, once a week, in October-November, taught by Craig Preston - an experienced computer teacher and AACI member. Location of computer lab to be announced.
 
Call AACI at 5661181 and leave a message for Elana or email: jlmprog@aaci.org.il
 
Family Budget Counseling
 
Do you find it difficult to manage your everyday finances? Having trouble juggling spending priorities for immediate needs, for yourself, your children, your savings? Could you use some advice in planning a monthly budget? Do you know if you are sufficiently prepared for life’s emergencies?
 
AACI life member David Litke of Bonus Family Budget Counseling (www.budgetsuccess.co.il) will offer individual consultations by appointment. 
 
Tuesdays, October 5 and October 26, 3:00 – 4:30 pm. Call 02-5661181 to schedule an appointment.
 
 

Information Development and Technical Writing Workshops

If you
 
 Write well in English…
 Are computer literate
 Enjoy learning, and training others
 
120 hour course - 3 meetings/week. Sunday, Monday & Wednesday, 5:30-8:30pm
at
AACI - Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Beginning early October 2010.
 
Learn skills such as
Tips on advancing your career
·         Desktop Publishing (DTP)
·         Writing a winning resume
·         Advanced power use of Microsoft Office
·         Interviewing for success
·         Web publishing and Internet skills
·         Networking
 
·         Succeeding in a work environment
 
Technical workshops
·         API Documentation
·         Biomedical
·         Virtualization and Cloud Computing
·         Overview of hardware and software
 
Opportunity for internship with leading employers!
Laptops will be provided for exclusive use during the course! This computer will become the student’s property once course tuition has been paid in full.
 
Cost: 9000 NIS
**8000 NIS for AACI members, including those who join on registration!!
** Scholarships may be available for new immigrants and some others.
 
Cancellations before the beginning of the course will qualify for a full refund minus 100 NIS deposit.
Cancellations up to the 3rd session will qualify for a 50% refund.
Cancellations after the 3rd session will not qualify for a refund.
All payment arrangements must be completed by beginning of course.
 
Contact: Weekdays (02) 656-3369 or (050) 944-2709. Fri. and evenings (054) 529-0775
 
 
 or call  AACI –  (02) 566-1181.
 
 
If Mamma Ain’t Happy, Ain’t Nobody Happy! – Coaching for Mothers
with Chaia Nicholls
 
Mom/Mum/Ima! – Through a close knit group of women you will have the opportunity to re-energize and focus on how you can maximize your time and energy to benefit yourselves and those close to you. Sessions will include group dynamics, individual exercises and working in pairs.
 
We will cover your relationship with yourself, including the discovery of strengths you have gained through motherhood, together with practical application, and how to empower yourself by looking after yourself and learning to trust your "inner voice."
 
Expect to enjoy fulfilling and satisfying relationships and clarify your personal goals for the future.
  
Chaia is a life coach and enjoys the fulfillment that comes with facilitating others to reach their goals. Chaia also has past experience as a Life and Employment Coach for the AACI.
 
When: Tuesdays, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9
Where: AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Cost for full 6-session course: AACI members NIS 750; non-members NIS 850
Pre-registration required! Call 02-566-1181
 
 
 
October 3 - 17, 2010
14 Night European Cruise
 
October 25, 2010. 3pm
AACI's Memorial Ceremony
 
October 28, 2010
AACI & Komen Israel Race for the Cure
 
November 12 - 17, 2010
Jewish Prague
 
January 11 - 20, 2011
Kosher Thailand
 
 
 
 
 
 
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