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Research proves the lifelong importance of exercising body and mind. For adults 60+, the JCC offers resources to keep you engaged. Drawing on decades of experience, the JCC offers activities that address the social, cultural and physical needs of these members. Hope to see you at the J!
All programming takes place at the Uptown JCC unless otherwise stated.
For information, email aclanton@nojcc.org or call 504-897-0143.
Download a copy of our monthly newsletter for March 2026.
Learn To Play Bridge Online
Want to join a game online? Click this link for more info: ClubKing Inc.
Questions? Email info@ClubKingInc.com.
Intermediate through advanced players can join us for classes and online play here.
Book Club
Typically meeting the third Tuesday of each month from 1:30 - 3:00 PM at the Uptown JCC, the JCC Book Club offers engaging and insightful discussions in a laid back environment. Free and open to the community—all are welcome. Light snacks are served at all meetings.
February Book Club: Fagin the Thief by Allison Epstein
Tuesday, March 17 | 1:30 - 3:00 pm | Uptown JCC
Reviewer: Dr. Leah Rosenberg, Professor of Literature, Loyola University New Orleans, Ph.D. (Emory University); M.A. (UC Irvine); B.A. (University of Maryland)
Fagin the Thief reimagines the notorious character from Charles Dickens’s Oliver Twist, presenting Jacob Fagin as a multifaceted figure shaped by his circumstances. Born to a Jewish mother in 18th-century London, Jacob’s early life is marked by hardship and loss. After his mother’s death, he turns to pickpocketing as a means of survival. Over time, he becomes a mentor to orphaned children, including the infamous Bill Sikes, whom he takes under his wing. As Jacob navigates the complexities of his relationships with his proteges and the challenges of living on the fringes of society, he grapples with questions of morality, loyalty, and identity. Epstein’s novel offers a nuanced portrayal of a character often vilified, delving into themes of survival, compassion, and the gray areas of human nature.
Call (504) 897-0143 with any questions. All programs take place at the Uptown JCC.
BETTER BALANCE
Balance exercises, along with certain strength exercises, can help prevent falls by improving one's ability to control and maintain body position, whether one is moving or still. Join us for this invigorating, low-impact class.
Wednesdays | 10:45 - 11:30 am
No charge members | $2 non-members
DANCE FOR PARKINSON'S
This FUN, free creative movement classes are specially designed for people living with Parkinson’s. Caregivers and supporting family and friends are welcome, as are individuals with other movement or neurological challenges. Participants report benefits such as improved mood, balance, flexibility, and strength. No experience necessary.
Please join us and dance to LIVE MUSIC by accompanist Jeffrey Pounds!
Sponsored by the Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust, classes are modeled after the Dance for PD® program developed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group, whose network of affiliates now spans over 300 communities in 25 countries around the world!
Wednesdays | 10:30 - 11:45 am
Pre-register onsite during class times, or in advance here. Visit NOBA for more information.
CHAIR YOGA & GUIDED MEDITATION
This class is geared towards seniors and will take place on chairs. It begins with soft stretching and yoga, then moves into guided meditation. Led by Kelly Bond in the Mind/Body Studio.
Fridays | 11:00 am - 11:45 pm
No charge members | $2 non-members
SENIOR CHAIR EXERCISE
Designed for seniors at all levels and abilities, this class involves stretching and strength training. Either exercise from a chair or standing, according to your comfort level. Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes. Check with your doctor before starting any exercise program.
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10:45 - 11:45 am
Join us for mah jongg, Rummikub or bridge. Challenge your brain, meet new people and spend the afternoon with friends. Bring your lunch; dessert and coffee will be provided.
JCC - Uptown
Tuesdays | 12:00 - 3:00 pm
Free and open to the community
Call (504) 897-0143 with any questions.
Passover Luncheon
Ready for some matzo ball soup and brisket? Come to our Passover luncheon, where we will enjoy the traditional foods of the holiday while Rabbi Todd Silverman from Touro leads us through a mini-seder and a discussion on the meaning of the holiday.
Thursday, March 26 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm
$5 members | $7 non-members
RSVP by Monday, March 23
Lunch & Learn with the Rabbi - April
Join us for our monthly Lunch & Learn as we discuss interesting topics with a local Jewish leader. This month Rabbi Levi will be joining us after we have a light lunch.
Thursday, April 16 | 12:00 - 1:30 pm
$3 members | $5 non-members
RSVP with this form by Monday, April 13
Lunch & Learn with the Rabbi - May
Join us for our monthly Lunch & Learn as we discuss interesting topics with a local Jewish leader. This month Rabbi Katie Bauman from Touro Synagogue will be joining us after we have a light lunch.
Thursday, May 7 | 12:00 - 1:30 pm
$3 members | $5 non-members
RSVP with this form by Monday, May 4
Email Laura Queyrouze at lauraq@nojcc.org with any questions.
Midweek Mindfulness & Meditation
Free and open to the community | Metairie Spin Studio
Thursdays | 8:15 - 9:15 am
Find your midweek calm with our new mindfulness and meditation series led by Sandy Cohen. This weekly gathering invites you to pause, breathe, and reconnect through simple yet powerful practices designed to quiet the mind, reduce stress, and bring balance to your day. Together, we’ll explore how attention, intention, and embodiment shape our experience of life. You’ll learn gentle, practical tools to steady the nervous system, cultivate presence in your relationships, and feel more connected—whether sitting still or moving through your day. Each session blends meditation, dialogue, and mindful movement, creating a welcoming space for both beginners and experienced practitioners to restore clarity and ease midweek.
NO RSVP NEEDED
The Children's Train
In 1946 Italy, a boy is sent north by his mother to live with another woman and escape poverty.
Thursday, March 19 | 12:00 - 2:15 pm
No charge members and non-members
RSVP with this form by Monday, March 16
Ruth & Boaz
A gifted singer with a complicated past. A winery owner with a generous heart. Love shows up in unexpected ways in this modern spin on the Book of Ruth. Starring Phylicia Rashad and others.
Thursday, April 30 | 12:00 - 2:15 pm
No charge members and non-members
RSVP with this form by Monday, April 27
Monster
A talented teen implicated in a robbery-turned-murder fights for his innocence and integrity against a criminal justice system that's already judged him. Starring Jennifer Hudson, Jeffrey Wright and more.
Thursday, May 28 | 12:00 - 2:15 pm
No charge members and non-members
RSVP with this form by Monday, May 25
A Gallery of Fine Photography
Thursday, April 9 | 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Join us for a special cultural outing to A Gallery for Fine Photography, located on St. Charles Ave. Photographer and collector, Joshua Mann Pailet’s remarkable collection in his gallery on St. Charles Ave spans the history of photography, from early photographic works to contemporary images by artists from around the world.
Free to members and non members
Ogden Museum of Modern Art
Thursday, April 23 | 1:00 - 2:00 pm
I Am The Face
Drawn exclusively from the permanent collection of Ogden Museum of Southern Art, I Am the Face is a mediation on the history of portraiture within Southern Photography. Beginning with the early twentieth century to the present, I Am The Face highlights ever-changing ideas, trends, methods and technologies that define the photographic portrait. RSVP by Monday April 20.
Special thank you to our peer facilitators: Dov Glazer, Jillian Richman, and Carol Tully
Call 504-897-0143 if you have questions. All groups take place Uptown.
Current Events Group
Meet others to discuss current news and events. No particular viewpoint is required, just an interest in what's going on in the world. Bring an open mind. This group will meet on the second Tuesday of each month.
Tuesdays
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Free and open to the community
Men's Group
The JCC Men's Group is a monthly discussion group for retired gentlemen to create community and conversations. Meeting on the first Friday of each month, this group provides an opportunity for men to come together to connect, reminisce, and explore a range of topics with their peers.
Fridays
12:45 - 2:00 pm
Free and open to the community
Play Reading Group
Meeting on the third Wednesday of each month, the idea of this group is really very simple; we get together, we sit around a table and we read a play aloud. Everyone has a part or two to read.
Wednesdays
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Free and open to the community
Knit One, Crochet Too
Come and knit and crochet along with us. Beginners are welcome; we will get you started. Already an expert? Share your expertise with the group. Bring your works in progress and some show and tell items. Other handcrafts are also welcome.
Every Monday
10:00 - 11:00 am
Free and open to the community
RSVP with this form
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