River Garden

Jewish Java
2018-12-05 09:00 - 10:30, 2018-11-07 09:00 - 10:30, 2018-10-03 09:00 - 10:30, 2018-09-05 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Halifax) | FL
Shalom Jacksonville
in partnership with River Garden Jewish Life
Cohen Auditorium
9:00 AM

Hanukkah Concert
2018-12-04 18:30 - 19:30 | FL
December 4
Hanukah Concert at 6:30 PM

Meet Rabbi Bahar
2018-11-28 10:30 - 11:30, 2018-11-14 10:30 - 11:30, 2018-10-10 10:30 - 11:30 | FL
River Garden Jewish Life Event
in partnership with The Temple Congregation Ahavath Chesed
Rabbi Bahar Presents
10:30 AM

Annual Gala Event
2018-11-17 19:00 - 23:00 | FL
River Garden Foundation Event
Annual Gala
‘Under the Big Top’
Marriott Sawgrass Golf Resort & Spa
For more information: Kathy Osterer 904-886-8430 or kosterer@rivergarden.org

Support Group: Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers
2018-11-14 15:30 - 16:30 | FL
Support Group: Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers
Date: 2nd Wednesday of each month
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM
Location: Frisch Family Pavilion @ River Garden (Adult Day area)
Q? EMAIL adultday@rivergarden.org

Medicare Open Enrollment Presentation by ElderSource
2018-11-14 11:30 - 13:00 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
RSVP needed for meal planning: 904-288-7855
Come enjoy lunch with a local ElderSource expert. You’ll receive free and unbiased guidance about 2019 Medicare benefits, information about which Medicare prescription drug plan best fits your needs, and answers about Medigap, long-term care insurance and other health insurance programs for seniors. We’ll also discuss home health benefits and Medicare claims and appeals.

Author Kurt Wallach Presents "Heroes of the Past"
2018-11-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
In honor of Veteran’s Day, we are proud to welcome US Navy veteran, Holocaust survivor, and author Kurt Wallach as a speaker at River Garden Hebrew Home on Sunday, November 11th at 2:00 p.m. Kurt was born to a Jewish family in Magdeburg, Germany in 1926. His father’s outspoken criticisms of the Nazi party made the family a target for execution, and they were forced to flee to Holland and later, America. During the height of World War II, Kurt enlisted in the U.S. Navy and took part in the invasion of Okinawa.
Mr. Wallach’s presentation, “Heroes of the Past” will highlight the tragic events of World War II through the lens of his family’s personal struggle to survive. He offers a reminder of the unparalleled hardships brought on by Hitler’s rise to power, and of the strength required to triumph over Nazi oppression.
Mr. Wallach is currently a successful businessman and the author of six books. In recognition of his efforts in spreading education about the Holocaust, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum awarded him its Gold Medal.
Books will be available for purchase; all proceeds will go to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
Dessert reception to follow. Please RSVP by November 5th to Laura Platzer at lplatzer@rivergarden.org or 886-8429.

'5 Keys to Aging Like a Pro' - presented by Baptist Agewell
2018-10-31 10:00 - 11:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Come for an informative and interactive presentation and learn the keys to aging well. Rachel A. Weinstein, M.S. Ed., of Baptist Health’s AgeWell Center will speak at River Garden on Thursday, October 31st from 10:00 – 11:30. Included in the discussion will be how to access local resources to support your health and the health of those you love and care for.
Time for refreshments and Q&A is included.
Location: Cohen Auditorium
RSVP appreciated: 288-7855

River Garden Auxiliary - Opening Meeting
2018-10-30 12:00 - 13:30 | FL
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Begins at 12:00 PM
$10.00/lunch
At River Garden, Cohen Auditorium
Marsha Pollock, volunteer extraordinaire, will present “My Jacksonville, Then and Now”. The program will feature special memories of Jacksonville, especially within the Jewish community.
With a wealth of information at her fingertips and a vast collection of memorabilia, Marsha has seen and done it all! Her stories are flavored with nostalgia, humor and history. Reservations are due by October 23 for the delicious $10 lunch and program. For further information please contact: Shirley Bielski: shirley_bielski@yahoo.com. All are invited to attend.
The Auxiliary was inaugurated in 1922 by the women of our community to help the aging live a comfortable life with dignity. Today’s members continue to provide for the needs of the residents with 100% of fundraising activities going directly to River Garden Hebrew Home.

JU Presents "Little Red Riding Hood - A One Act Opera"
2018-10-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Come see the show on October 14 at 2 PM. River Garden Senior Services, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, 32258Sunday, October 14
2:00 PM
at River Garden Cohen Auditorium
Please RSVP to Laura Platzer: lplatzer@rivergarden.org

Support Group: Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers
2018-10-10 15:30 - 16:30, 2018-09-12 15:30 - 16:30 | Frisch Family Pavilion, River Garden campus

Lunch & Learn: Sukkot with Rabbi Shapiro
2018-09-26 11:00 - 13:00 | FL
River Garden Jewish Life Program
Lunch & Learn: Sukkot with Rabbi Shapiro
“Ushpizin and the Great American Sukkah: How Our 7 Guests Teach Us About Liberty and Justice for All”
11:00 AM
Cohen Auditorium

Grandparents Day Photos
2018-09-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Grandparents Day
Photos by Larry Tallis
Sunday, September 9, 10 a.m. – Noon
Please call to let us know you’re planning to attend.
904-260-1818 or 904-288-7855.

Medicare Information, Presented by ElderSource
2018-09-05 13:00 - 14:00 | The Coves Clubroom on the River Garden campus
Need to Talk To Someone About Your Health Insurance Needs?
A Trained SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Program volunteer will meet with you to provide free and unbiased counseling.
They will:
•Explain your Medicare benefits;
•Help you understand which Medicare Prescription Drug Plan best fits your needs;
•Answer your questions about Medigap, long-term care insurance policies, and other health insurance programs for seniors; and
•Provide information on specific areas, such as home health benefits, Medicare claims and appeals, and other Medicare issues.

Jewish Genealogy Movie
2018-08-19 10:30 - 12:00 | FL
Jewish Genealogy Society of NE FL Movie
“How to Re-establish a Vodka Empire”
10:30 AM
Cohen Auditorium

Jewish Life Program: Alina Kentof
2018-08-15 10:30 - 12:00 | FL
River Garden Jewish Life Program
Alina Kentof Presents
“Building a Better World with Your Most Powerful Weapon”
10:30 AM
Cohen Auditorium

Jewish Genealogy Meeting
2018-07-25 18:00 - 19:30 | FL
Jewish Genealogy Society of NE FL
6:00 PM
Cohen Auditorium

Community Movie Screening
2018-07-15 10:30 - 12:00 | FL
Shalom JAX Community Movie Screening “Sturgeon Queens”
10:30 AM

Jewish Life Program: Shlicha Shelly
2018-07-08 10:30 - 12:00 | FL
River Garden Jewish Life Program
Shlicha Shelly Presents
“Georgian Jewry”
10:30 AM
Cohen Auditorium

Game Day - Auxiliary
2018-06-26 11:00 - 16:00 | FL
OPEN TO ALL GUESTS
11:00 am TO 4:00 pm
HOSTED BY THE RIVER GARDEN AUXILIARY
$20 includes lunch and snacks
Bridge, Canasta, Mah Jongg or any game of your choice.
Special 50 -50 Raffle
Mail Your Check (payable to River Garden Auxiliary)
To Faye Hyken, 10077 Heather Lake Court West, Jacksonville FL 32256
Questions? Call Faye Hyken 363 -9341
Please RSVP with Name, e mail, phone number and game you are playing.

26th Annual Gala Event
2018-06-15 08:00 - 17:00 | FL
Save the Date
Contact Kathy Osterer for more information: kosterer@rivergarden.org or 904-886-8430.

Jewish Java
2018-06-06 09:00 - 10:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
June Java will feature Stacey Goldring presenting “Diving Into a Great Book!”
Java will be on hiatus July and August, to resume in September.

Jewish Java -- Michelle Pargman Presents: Tools for the Whole Mishpucha Family!
2018-05-02 09:00 - 10:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
By reservation only
MUST RSVP to Isabel Balotin no later than April 25th
shalomjax@jewishjacksonville.org
904-448- 5000 x 1206

22nd Annual River Garden Classic Golf Tournament
2018-04-25 10:00 | Deerwood Country Club, 10239 Golf Club Drive, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States
Title Sponsor
Janne and Jody Brandenburg / Hardage-Giddens Funeral Homes & Cemeteries
Deerwood Country Club
Registration Opens 10:00 AM
Shotgun Start 12:00 PM
The Annual River Garden Golf Classic raises funds to benefit The Albert Z. Fleet Geriatric Training Center at River Garden. The Training Center provides continuing education, training and professional advancement for staff.
