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Ongoing Programs
Bike Riding
8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Sundays, Every week mid Oct 2016 thru April 2017
Meeting Place: At the parking lot at the Waterside Shops, next to Starbucks and the Brio, on the East side of the shops.
There will be 2 or 3 groups, the “leisure riders”, the “recreation riders”, and the “fitness riders”.
Leisure riders will ride below “10 mph”, the recreation riders will ride at speeds of about “10-14 mph”, and the fitness riders will ride at
speeds of “16 mph plus” 12 to 22 miles.
ALL RIDERS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN BIKE, WEAR HELMETS, HAVE TIRES PROPERLY INFLATED, AND BRING WATER.
Contact: Michael Sobol [email protected]
Bird Watching
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The group will meet at 8 AM at a location to be announced in the Naples area to carpool to the designated site. The trip will last
3.5 – 4 hours. Possible destinations: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Eagle Lakes Community Park, Sugden Park, Naples Landfill (the
dump!), Tigertail Beach….
You will need to bring: BINOCULARS, camera, (optional), note taking materials, sunscreen, hat, appropriate shoes, and snacks. Bathrooms will be available at the site. There may be a parking or admission fee.
More information will be sent to those who request information 2 weeks prior to the scheduled event.
The MCA Bird Watching group is led by member, Arthur Sissman. Arthur has over 20 years Bird Watching experience in the Collier/ Lee Counties area. The group is open to all members who are interested
in bird watching, nature photography, or just want to go to interesting natural places for a stroll.
Remember, you must sign up to receive information about these trips by emailing Arthur.
Contact: Arthur “The Birdman” Sissman [email protected]
Bocce
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Every other Monday from 12:45pm to 2:45pm
Beginning on Nov. 7th
Veterans Community Park
(1895 Veterans Park Drive, Naples, FL)
Now in its third season, the MCA Bocce Group offers its members lots of fun in an atmosphere of friendly competition. All skill levels
are represented . . . no experience necessary!
To join the group, all you need to do is send Jeff Shein an e-mail ([email protected]). You will receive an e-mail
“reminder” prior to each bi-weekly get-together. Players will be randomly assigned to teams, which will change from week-to-week. Play when you can . . . no regular, on-going commitment is required.
(Note: If it is necessary to reserve courts, a fee of $2.00 per player,
payable at each session, will be charged.)
Contact: Jeff Shein [email protected]
MCA Book Group
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November 10, December 8, January 12,
February 9, March 9, April 13
2:00pm – 4:00pm
JFCC Associates Room
The book will be on any subject, whether fiction or non-fiction,
selected and discussed by the group. The discussions, led by a
member, will focus on the theme, character development and
quality of writing. If you enjoy reading books of substance and
discussing with peers, you will definitely enjoy this group.
Contact: Dick Janger [email protected] or 312-399-1236
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Afternoon Bridge
Every Friday 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Regency Reserve
Afternoon Bridge - for intermediate+ players Subs are welcome.
This bridge game operates all year for fulltime members!
Contact: Aaron Knott - [email protected] Stan Farb - [email protected]
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Chess
Want to play Chess? Join the MCA chess players.
Beginners and advanced players welcome.
Second and fourth Wednesday each month
starting November 9th
2:30pm – 4:30pm
JFCC Associates Room
Contact: Marty Isserlis [email protected]
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iPad, iPhone, MAC Tips and Tricks
Nov. 18 - Friday Jan. 20 - Friday Mar. 17 – Friday
10:00am
Temple Beth-Tikvah
Do you know the shortcuts, tips and tricks to make your iPhone, iPad
or MAC run more efficiently? Do you know the unpublished
shortcuts that are passed only by
word-of-month?
Have specific issues or problems with your MAC or hand held device?
E-mail you question(s) ahead of time to be sure they are answered
during this session.
This workshop will be led by Rabbi Ammos Chorny, a lifelong Apple
user and expert iPad and iPhone user.
Contact: Michael Sobol [email protected]
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Fishing
Welcome to those who have expressed interest in fishing with MCA.
This fishing group operates smoothly and effectively with assistance from Tom Mann who runs the Vanderbilt Country Club Fishing Club
(VCC). He coordinates the winter fishing months. MCA and VCC coordinate and fish the same schedule.
The 2015– 2016 trips were all filled. If there is a cancellation by
someone, everybody is informed but you have to move fast. The fishing in Naples is great.
Alan Gordon will coordinate interest with Tom Mann
Contact: Alan Gordon [email protected]
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Jewish Genealogy SIG
(Special Interest Group)
All Year - 2nd Tuesday of each month
10:00 – 11:30 am
Jewish Federation Community Room
Grandpa, who are the people in that Passover family picture? Is that
Great-grandma Ethel? Is that Great-grandpa Max? Who are the other
12 people in the picture? Where did these people come from and
why? Have you been asked these questions by your children or
grandchildren? Why should you or they care? Researching your
family genealogy can help you find the answers to all the above
questions. And the answers to questions you don’t even know to ask
yet. Please contact Arthur Sissman to register. You will need a
notebook and pen for this program.
Contact: Arthur Sissman [email protected]
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Kayaking
Fridays every Week
Mid - October
Our ever-expanding group will start its fourth year in October.
We kayak on Fridays, alternating between the close and beautiful Outer and Inner Clam Bays, and other locations within easy driving
distance. There are so many awesome places to see from the water just around the corner.
We accept all MCA members with some kayaking experience into our group, which usually numbers around 10-14 people each week.
Come join us – it’s great fun, great exercise and a great way to meet people!
Contact: Jay Weintraub [email protected]
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Memoir Writing Workshop
November 8, 2nd and 4th Tuesday
1:00pm JFCC Board Room
Everybody has a story to tell. Or two. or three, or more. If you've
been wanting to tell yours. we encourage you to sign up for the MCA Memoir Writing Group. Writing your memoirs is a great way to share your memories with family, friends, and who knows, perhaps even a broader audience. You may find that many of the experiences you've had along the way have happened to others, too. What's more sharing your experiences via memoir could give
you a new perspective on your own life. Marc Simon will be the facilitator of the MCA Memoir Group. Marc
has had several short stories published in various literary magazines. His first novel, The Leap Year Boy was published in 2012. He is a
three-time winner in the Sugden Theater ETC Readers Theater New Plays contest. And he currently facilitates a memoir group at the
Naples Senior Center.
Contact: Marc Simon [email protected]
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Men’s Gratuitous Violent Movie Night
Commencing in November 2016 and running through April 2017 at or
about 6:00pm depending on the movie schedule.
Meeting every second or third Thursday Hollywood Regal Theatre complex located on Naples Blvd. or
Paragon Pavilion Theatre.
Those attending will meet for a light supper at one of the many close by restaurants, one hour earlier.
Ed Margulies will select a different movie for the members to view.
If interested, and would like to be included please send your name and email address to
Contact: Ed Margulies [email protected]
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Hand and Foot Card Group
Meets on various Sundays
JFCC David G. Willens Community Room 7:00 pm - ? (Usually 9:00)
Opening Night November 1st
Hand & Foot is a great Couples Card Game (similar to
Canasta).
No Experience Needed Learn the game in one night !!!
Contact: Marty Mittleman [email protected]
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Men’s Discussion New Yorker Group
Meets Year Round on the third Thursday of the month
1:00 pm– 3:00 pm Jewish Federation Board Room
Lively and controversial discussion on Jewish Topics
Contact: Mike Hurwitz at [email protected]
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Tennis
Wednesdays 9:00am
Starting December 14th through April
How about playing some tennis? Join in weekly round robin games. All levels welcome. Play singles or doubles
based on skill level and number of participants.
Vineyards Community Park 6231 Arbor Boulevard West
Contact: Joe Henson [email protected]
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Wisdom Years Group - 1
Tuesdays Nov. 2016 – May 2017 Every other week
2:00 pm
Jewish Federation Associates Room
Men are very good at sharing stories. We’re not so good about sharing our feelings with other men.
The meetings will give all a chance to move beyond that as we come together and share our joy, our concerns. And what comes up for us as we move through this phase of our life. Topics could range from
relationships with our children, our grandchildren, our spouses; issues of health, mortality, etc. The number one rule for the group is
confidentiality….
“WHAT IS SAID IN THE GROUP STAYS IN THE GROUP AND NEVER LEAVES THE ROOM” Membership is limited, and is presently full.
Contact: Mel Zahn at [email protected]
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Wisdom Years Group – 2
Every Other Wednesday
1:00pm
Location TBD
Like the “Wisdom Years Group - 1”, this is a group where men can rely on integrity and confidentiality as they discuss important
personal or sensitive, share each other’s company and at times, have a good laugh.
Men are very good at sharing stories, Not so good about sharing our feelings with other men.
The number one rule is confidentiality !!!
“What is said in the group stays in the group and never leaves the room”
The group will be formed of four to eight men, and will met every two weeks or so. The meeting may follow a meal, depending on the
desires of the participants.
Contact: Morris Binder 443-286-6223 or [email protected]
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MCA Photographers
Meets on the Second Monday of each month
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
JFCC David G. Willens Community Room The group offers many features that will be fun and improve your photography, such as:
workshops,
competitions,
Outings
“How did you do that?”
Trouble Shooting,
“How can I…”,
Monthly Theme assignments,
Show ‘n Tells, and
anything else the members want to do.
Since we all “see” differently, critique by our peers or other judges, will apply directly to your Photographic growth.
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No matter what your level of photography or your type of camera (cell phones are today’s fastest growing cameras – and it is always with you). We offer a safe environment with friends, interested only in advancing the photographic “knowhow” to all. In addition, the group will plan photo shoots, discuss techniques, there is a long list of what the Club can do. More information will be provided to those who request information prior to a scheduled meeting. So bring your pictures, your camera, and have some fun.
Contact: Les Schwartz [email protected]
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Pickleball
Mondays, beginning Oct 1
3:00pm – 5:00pm
Veterans Community Park
(1895 Veterans Park Drive, Naples, FL)
Our second season of Pickleball will soon commence!!!!!!!!!!. We
have incorporated some changes that we believe will enhance our
Pickleball experience. First, we are excited about the newly
constructed dedicated Pickleball Courts at Veteran’s Park. We will
no longer have to pickup, put up, take down and return Pickleball
nets. Another new change is that we will play at one consistent
time; 3:00 – 5:00 on Monday afternoon. Finally, we will be reserving
the Pickleball courts for MCA members so we won’t have to worry
about the availability of courts every Monday. These changes should
make our weekly Pickleball games even more enjoyable!!!!!
Come join and learn the game.
Contact: Jeff Zalasky [email protected]
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Poker
First Wednesday of each Month Starting Oct 5th
7:00pm Place TBD
Friendly low stakes poker
Contact: Phil Sherman [email protected]
Gerald Robbins [email protected]
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Pot Luck Movie Discussion Group
Enjoy eating? Enjoy movies? Enjoy an energetic discussion? Join us for our MCA Pot Luck Movie
Discussion Group. Here is how it works. Each month, the host couple chooses a movie for everyone to see at their leisure. Then, they all meet at the host couple’s house
for a good meal and an even better discussion about the movie. Typically, the host provides the main course and
others bring appetizers, desserts and, of course wine. There are, however, no rules, so the process will evolve
as the groups come together.
There will be a 5 couple limit to each group.
Contact: Larry Israelite [email protected]
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Running Group
Nov 2015 - April 2016
Tuesday and Thursday at 7:30 am
Meeting place: North Collier County Recreational Center 1500 Livingston Road Naples in the parking lot of the
Sports Facility.
Join the guys for a run of 2-5 miles (the runner’s choice) at a pace of between 9-12 minutes/mile. Run at your own pace. Miles will run
with the slowest runner, should he wish accompaniment.
Contact: Miles Haven [email protected]
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Talmudic Study Group
First and Third Wednesday
Starting in December
JFCC Associates Room
2:00pm – 3:30pm
Talmud Study Group will focus on ancient Jewish civil laws, many of
which formed the foundation of our modern laws. Participants will
sit as judges and lawyers and engage in spirited debate on the merit
of cases, and unravel the thinking of our sages. Knowledge of
Hebrew is not a prerequisite to experience the challenges and
satisfaction of these discussions.
Facilitator Sid Freund has been Superintendent of Schools in New
York and Connecticut. He attended eight years of Yeshiva studies in
New York City, and has had a longtime interest in Hebrew texts.
Contact Sid Freund: [email protected]
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Science Discussion Group
Tuesday once per month
Starting November 22
10:00am – 11:30am
JFCC Board Room
This is a call for people who like to talk science, bio/medical/engineering, the Technion, economics, geology,
etc.
This is not meant to be a how-to-do computer or camera type group, (not that anything is wrong with that).
Each attendee could be ready to share a subject with the group. The subject could be something that you have worked on or any
cool scientific topic you wish to share.
Contact:
Jerry Kumin [email protected]
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The Breakfast Group
What do retired MCA men do in Naples before they begin their
strenuous daily athletic workouts?
They load up on carbs and schmooze, of course!
Join us twice a month. Locations to be determined.
Contact:
Morris Binder [email protected]
After December 1:
Contact: Glenn Perrin [email protected]
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The Dine-Around Club
Starting December
Tired of going to the same old restaurants? Your spouse hates a
cuisine that you love?
Expand your horizons twice a month as we try a variety of
restaurants in the Naples area
Bring a friend, or your spouse. Space will be limited and reservations
will be required. Location to be determined.
Contact: Glenn Perrin [email protected]
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Man’s Best Friend
Starting January 11
Is your dog tired of walking around the neighborhood every day
smelling the same old stuff?
There are some terrific dog parks, dog beaches and dog walks
available throughout the area.
It is a chance to connect with other MCA dog friendly people!
We will offer a different activity each month.
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First activity and location to be determined.
Contact: Glenn Perrin [email protected]
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MCA Golf Group
Starting December 7
MCA golfers are “teeing-up” for a weekly round
of golf on a Naples area course. Join in the fun.
Len Schuman: [email protected] or
Gene Briskman: [email protected]
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Tai Chi
Creating the Balance in Your life
January 4th for 10 weeks (Beginners) ($125) 10:45am
January 13th for 7 weeks (All levels)($87) 9:30am
($170 for both sessions)
Jewish Federation Community Room
These one hour classes will teach the art of moving meditation, helping to balance your energies and reduce stress. Taught by Karen
McNeil, a certified Kripalu Yoga teacher and certified Tai Chi instructor.
Checks are payable to Donna Goldstein and sent to 74B Simons Rd. Mashpee, MA 02649
(No refunds after December 4)
Contact: Donna Goldstein [email protected]
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Walking Group
Group Meets Weekly, Tuesdays Jan 2016 – April 2016 10:30 am
Meeting place in front of Walgreens in the shopping area off Napa Blvd near the entrance to the Vineyards off Pine Ridge.
Members, and their significant others walk north on Vineyards Blvd to Ave Maria Law School on Arbor Blvd. The walk is about 2 miles,
and then the walk back to Walgreens, another 2 miles. You can walk at your own pace and at the conclusion of the walk, you can sit and
relax, sit outside Starbucks or get a cold drink at Publix
A bottle of water is a must.
Contact: Miles Haven Miles [email protected]
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Membership Application
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