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From the fridge to the oven in 30 min. 30 minute weeknight Israeli dinner ideas Busy day? You still deserve a great dinner. Join us at the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center for a hands-on cooking experience designed for real life. In this class, you’ll learn how to create delicious, satisfying meals in just 30 minutes. No stress, no complicated steps, just smart techniques and simple ingredients that actually work on a weeknight. We’ll focus on quick prep, efficient cooking, and flavors that feel like you spent way more time than you did. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family, or just trying to break out of the same old dinner routine, this class will give you recipes and confidence you can use right away. Come hungry. Leave inspired. And maybe finally answer the question, “What’s for dinner?” without hesitation. Cost: $25.00, JCC Members; $35, Community Members Register

Game Highlight: Mental Health Awareness Night The Patriots are hosting a special night to bring attention to supporting mental health.

Escape to the beach—no travel required! In this relaxing, adults-only cookie decorating class, you’ll create a set of 6 coastal-inspired cookies featuring seashells, sand dollars, and starfish designs. Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to unwind, you’ll learn essential royal icing techniques including outlining, flooding, and adding textured details to bring your cookies to life. We’ll guide you step-by-step so you leave with beautiful, bakery-worthy treats. What’s Included: 6 pre-baked cookiesAll icing, tools, and suppliesStep-by-step instructionA box to take your cookies home

This immersive art experience weaves together mindful breathing, intuitive painting, and deeply relaxing sound. Working artist Simone Christen will guide you through a breath-to-brush painting experience, helping you translate your inner rhythm into intuitive marks and color—no prior experience needed. As the creative energy flows, you’ll be invited to fully relax into a deeply restorative sound bath led by Sarah Yeung of SkySoundYoga. Let the layered tones and vibrations wash over you, integrating the evening’s experience and leaving you grounded, open, and renewed. No prior experience is necessary. All art materials are included. If you’d like to sit on the floor for the sound bath, please bring a yoga mat or comfortable cusion, otherwise, chairs will be provided.

What happens when sound and art come together? This immersive art experience weaves together mindful breathing, intuitive painting, and deeply relaxing sound. Working artist Simone Christen will guide you through a breath-to-brush painting experience, helping you translate your inner rhythm into intuitive marks and color—no prior experience needed. As the creative energy flows, you’ll be invited to fully relax into a deeply restorative sound bath led by Sarah Yeung of SkySoundYoga. Let the layered tones and vibrations wash over you, integrating the evening’s experience and leaving you grounded, open, and renewed. No prior experience is necessary. All art materials are included. If you’d like to sit on the floor for the sound bath, please bring a yoga mat or comfortable cusion, otherwise, chairs will be provided. Non-member price: $95 Member price: $70