River Garden

The Work of Art in Medicine
2019-11-06 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
‘The Work of Art in Medicine’
Presentation by Alissa Swota
6:30 PM
RSVP 904-886-8429

Jewish Java
2019-11-06 09:00 - 10:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States

Jewish Java
2019-10-25 09:00 - 10:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Jewish Java
9:00 AM
RSVP (904) 224-1408

AARP Smart Driver TEK Workshop
2019-10-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
AARP’s Smart Driver TEK workshop is designed to help people over 50 learn about the safety technology they are likely to find in their new cars.
October 24, 2019
1:00 – 2:30 PM
River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
Sign-up directly on the AARP website.
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Technology is changing the driving experience. Understanding how the latest vehicle technology works can make driving safer and more enjoyable. We’re here to help make it easy for you. Register for a ninety-minute Smart DriverTEK workshop developed jointly by AARP Driver Safety and The Hartford.
You’ll learn:
•The benefits of current and emerging vehicle safety technology.
•Important information about the smartest safety features in cars today and how to use them.
•Details on backup cameras, lane departure warnings, and more!
SEATING IS LIMITED, you must register online or with the phone number provided.
SDTEK Registration URL: aarp.org/sdtek
AARP Reg. Phone #: 877-805-0458

Community Sukkot Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Shapiro
2019-10-16 11:00 - 12:30 | River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Community Sukkot Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Shapiro
“The Fallen Sukkah of David: Who Will Raise It?”
Join Rabbi Shapiro in the River Garden sukkah for a discussion on individual responsibility as part of a community.
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Please RSVP to Laura Platzer by October 7.
lplatzer@rivergarden.org or 904-886-8429

Memory Care High Holiday Service
2019-10-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Parker Chapel
Memory Care High Holiday Service
Sunday, October 6, 2019
10:30 AM
Parker Chapel at River Garden
All who would like to celebrate with a loved one during the holiday are welcome to attend.
Questions? Contact Leslie Held 886-8429

Jewish Java - New Date Sept. 25, 2019
2019-09-25 09:00 - 22:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Please note that the scheduled monthly Shalom Jax Jewish Java has been moved from September 4th to September 25th due to the impending storm ‘Dorian’. The program details will remain the same.
For more information, please contact Isabel Balotin at 904-448-5000 x1206 or shalomjax@jewishjacksonville.org.

Auxiliary Opening Meeting & Luncheon - Mimi’s Broadway Delicatessen
2019-09-24 11:30 - 13:00 | FL
DATE: September 24, 2019
TIME: 11:30 AM
PLACE: Cohen Auditorium at River Garden
RSVP: Margo Ruby, 904-733-7922
Get ready for fabulous food and wonderful entertainment by Mr. Broadway! Mimi says its going to be a fun day in the neighborhood!
Deadline for reservations is Tuesday, September 10 – OPEN SEATING
Send Your $10 check Payable to River Garden Auxiliary to Bernice Stone, 3809 LaVista Circle, #234, Jacksonville, FL 32217

A 'Grand' Moment: Outdoor Exploration
2019-09-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Lake Lea on the River Garden campus
A ‘Grand’ Moment: Outdoor Exploration
(Especially for Grandkids!)
Painted Rock Hunt & Turtle Feeding’
Grandparents, Families & Children WELCOME!
DATE: Sunday, September 22, 2019
TIME: 3:00 PM
LOCATION: River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
RSVP TO: Lisa Poremba lporemba@rivergarden.org or 904-886-8416

Auxiliary 'Pottery Palooza'
2019-09-16 18:30 | FL
DATE: Monday, September 16, 2019
TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: River Garden – Frisch Pavilion
RSVP TO: Barbara Safer, BarbSafer@aol.com or 904-268-1329
River Garden Auxiliary invites you to participate in this evening of painting, pottery, and fun!
$25 per person; proceeds benefit River Garden
Many unique pieces to choose from! All supplies provided. Refreshments will be served.
Contact Barbara Safer to reserve your seat.

A Journey Into The Fracture: Visiting Israeli Artist Shares Her Healing Story
2019-09-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
DATE: Wednesday, September 11, 2019
TIME: 10:00 AM
LOCATION: River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
RSVP TO: Laura Platzer, lplatzer@rivergarden.org or 904-886-8429
Noa Hagiladi, visiting Israeli artist, invites you to hear her healing story.
As a multi-disciplinary artist coping with bipolar disorder, Noa shares her ‘personal fracture’ and her dialog with it. Hear her tell about a photographic bike journey along the Syrian African rift, her art, her romance with Glass, and the path she walked from psychiatric hospitalization to speaking in an international conference at the U.N.
Refreshments will be served.

'Up, Up and Away'
2019-09-08 15:00 - 16:00 | FL
Jacksonville Heritage Singers presents
‘Up, Up and Away’
Grandparents, Families & Children WELCOME!
DATE: Sunday, September 8, 2019
TIME: 3:00 PM
LOCATION: River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
RSVP TO: Lisa Poremba lporemba@rivergarden.org or 904-886-8416

Making Music with Minda
2019-08-28 15:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Making Music with Minda
An Interactive, Lively Music Experience with Children
Grandparents, Families & Children WELCOME!
DATE: Wednesday, August 28, 2019
TIME: 3:30 PM
LOCATION: River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
RSVP TO: Lisa Poremba lporemba@rivergarden.org or 904-886-8416

From Hospital to Home
2019-08-27 11:30 - 12:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Thursday, August 27
From Hospital to Home
Presented by Cheryl Weidner (Admissions), Bobbie Jo Mentz (Rehab) and the River Garden Transitional Care Team
No one wants to go into a hospital for any reason. But, as we age, hospital visits are likely in our future. We’d like to be sure every family is prepared to make the best decisions possible in the event of a planned or unplanned hospitalization. During this hour, we’ll share some basic facts & answer your questions: How can I avoid hospitalization? What can I expect if I take a fall? What if I have a ‘cardiac event’? How do doctors determine if I need in- or outpatient rehab? What should I expect as my ‘new normal’? Most importantly, we’ll talk about how you can return home safely.

'The Sound of Music with the VonTrapp Children'
2019-08-25 15:00 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
NE Florida Conservatory Players Group presents
‘The Sound of Music with the VonTrapp Children’
Grandparents, Families & Children WELCOME!
DATE: Sunday, August 25, 2019
TIME: 3:00 PM
LOCATION: River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
RSVP TO: Lisa Poremba lporemba@rivergarden.org or 904-886-8416

Jewish Java 'Woodstock'
2019-08-18 10:30 - 12:00 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
DATE: Sunday, August 18, 2019
TIME: 10:30 AM
LOCATION: River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
RSVP TO: Isabel Balotin, shalomjax@jewishjacksonville.org or 904-224-1408
Over 100 people will be gathering at River Garden Hebrew Home to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of Woodstock. The program will include a presentation by Jacksonville local, Martin Edwards. He will recount his insider memories of the four days from the perspective of his entrepreneurial youth, as he sold snow-cones during the music festival.
Whether or not you experienced the event, heard about it or are interested in its historical significance, you will want to hear Edwards’ recollections. Attendees are invited to come in hippie clothes and enjoy some festival souvenirs and a trivia game.
The program is a partnership of Shalom Jacksonville, a program of The Jacksonville Jewish Federation, and River Garden Senior Services. There is no charge for this program which will be held in River Garden’s Cohen Auditorium. Refreshments will be served. RSVP required.

Age-Smart Home
2019-08-13 11:30 - 12:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Tuesday, August 13 – 11:30 AM
Age-Smart Home, Presented by Leslie Vlachos, Design 55
River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
RSVP for Lunch: kbell@rivergarden.org or 904-288-7855
Technology is fast-emerging to help seniors stay safe at home. Today, innovations reach far beyond medication reminders and telephone amplifiers, and increasing percentages of seniors are using these tools to their advantage. Here’s your chance to come see what it’s all about.

Jewish Genealogy Film - "My Dear Children"
2019-08-04 10:30 - 12:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Please join us for a special viewing of “My Dear Children”
Sunday August 4, 2019
10:30 AM
RSVP to: jgsnefl@gmail.com
LOCATION: River Garden Hebrew Home
Cohen Auditorium
11401 Old St Augustine Road
Jacksonville, FL 32258
In partnership with the Jewish Genealogy Society of Northeast Florida and River Garden.

The Adult Opioid Crisis
2019-07-16 11:30 - 12:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Community Presentation – All Welcome
Older adults are increasingly impacted but what has become commonly known as ‘the opioid crisis.’ Why? Although opioids are prescribed for positive reasons—as in to help individuals ease or alleviate their pain—this class of drugs often has unintended physical consequences for the elderly. Come learn more.
July 16 – 11:30 AM
River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
Presented by Sherri Cheshire, NEFL AHEC
RSVP for Lunch: kbell@rivergarden.org or 904-288-7855

Veteran Benefits for Seniors
2019-06-26 11:30 - 12:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Community Presentation – All Welcome
Do you know about all the veteran benefits you or a loved one have earned? Especially for seniors, our VA-approved presenter will help you better understand what support and government funds are available, and provide guidance on how to access these services.
June 26 – 11:30 AM
River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
Presented by Jeff Faulkner, NAVF
RSVP for Lunch: kbell@rivergarden.org or 904-288-7855

River Garden Auxiliary Game Day
2019-06-18 11:00 - 16:00 | FL
River Garden Game Day
Join us for an afternoon of Bridge, Canasta, Mah Jongg or any game of your choice. Organize a table of four, or let us know if you’d like to join with other singles All are welcome!
June 18, 2019
11:00 am To 4:00 pm
$20 includes lunch and snacks
Questions: Faye Hyken
904-534-8001 or flexyfay@gmail.com

Preserving Independence at Home
2019-06-12 11:30 - 12:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Community Presentation – All Welcome
Studies show that most seniors want to remain in their homes as long as possible. Join us as we share ideas about how you can enjoy independent living, aging safely at home.
June 12 – 11:30 AM
River Garden – Cohen Auditorium
Panel Discussion
RSVP for Lunch: kbell@rivergarden.org or 904-288-7855

Jewish Java
2019-06-05 09:00 - 10:30 | FL
Are you ready to dive into some good summer reading?
The Jacksonville Jewish Federation is pleased to present Jewish Java with Stacey Goldring.
She will share her book recommendations that are sure to keep you entertained and delighted until Jewish Java reconvenes in the Fall.
Complimentary breakfast.
RSVP to Kelsey Schutter at 904-224-1418 or kelseys@jewishjacksonville.org

Healthy Living for the Brain & Body
2019-05-22 11:30 - 12:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Healthy Living for the Brain & Body
Presented by Cari Eyre, Alzheimer’s Association
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
11:30-12:30
River Garden, Cohen Auditorium
11401 Old St. Augustine Road, 32258
RSVP Requested by Monday, May 20
kbell@rivergarden.org or 904-288-7855
For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how lifestyle choices may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

River Garden Auxiliary Special Event
2019-05-14 11:00 - 14:00 | Jacksonville Marriott Southpoint Hotel, 4670 Salisbury Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32256
Spring Fundraiser
Details to come.

Yom HaShoah
2019-05-02 10:30 - 11:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah) 2019
Interactive Program & Gathering at 10:30 AM
Thursday, May 2, 2019
River Garden Cohen Auditorium

Jewish Java
2019-05-01 09:30 - 10:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
Finding Happiness in a Sad World
Guest Speaker: Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz,
Renowned Expert on Medical Ethics
In partnership with the River Garden ENTMAN SEMINAR, Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz will discuss the escalating problem of depression in the modern world and share an inspiring path to real happiness in all life situations.
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
9:30 -10:30 AM
River Garden Cohen Auditorium

Annual Golf Tournament
2019-05-01 | FL

Entman Seminar with Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz
2019-04-30 19:00 - 20:30 | FL
April 30, 2019
7:00 PM
Cohen Auditorium
Please RSVP to Laura Platzer @ lplatzer@rivergarden.org
End of Life Issues in Judaism: When Do We Stop Treatment?
River Garden is proud to be a leader in senior health care, and we are pleased to announce that Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz will be joining us for the 2019 Entman Seminar on April 30 at 7 PM. Please RSVP to attend. lplatzer@rivergarden.org.
The 2019 Entman Seminar presentation will explore critical end-of-life issues: When is it acceptable to withhold or withdraw treatment in terminal illness? What are the Jewish principles governing such situations? What are the Jewish obligations in desperate and terminal illness? Your additional questions will be welcome.
In addition to the Entman Seminar event, Jewish Java on May 1 at 9:30 AM will enjoy Tatz again, as he discusses the escalating problem of depression in the modern world, and shows an inspiring path to real happiness in all life situations.

Rabbi Feigenbaum Presents: Navigating Daily Life with Joy
2019-04-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Cohen Auditorium on the River Garden Campus, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32258, United States
April 10
10:30 AM
Cohen Auditorium
