The event that highlights Cummings Centre’s talented artists and artisans returns to the virtual stage on Thursday June 9, 2022 at 5 pm. Art Eclectic, the second annual virtual gallery, offers over 80 students the opportunity to showcase some 135 works, the culmination of their year long efforts in painting and crafting produced through [...]
Hummus by TJ Schwartz & Frank Gillman A summer treat passed down from generation to generation. • 1 cup chickpeas • 1/3 cup liquid from the can of chickpeas • 1/3 cup tahini • 1/2 cup lemon juice • 3 cloves garlic • Crushed salt (according to taste) [...]
These cookies are traditional and have a red dot in the center which some have told me is a trait unique to Hawaii that is used for decoration and symbolizes good luck. They are decadent from the use of butter and that they have a wonderfully addicting almond flavour. You really cannot eat just [...]
Remi Collard, a professional freelance oboe musician with a long, established career up until the start of COVID, began to feel concerned when during his forced hiatus, he noticed some fine motor difficulty in his right hand. The doctors were quick and convinced about the diagnosis: Parkinson’s Disease (PD). This certainly was not the [...]
February is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month (JDAIM), a unified effort among Jewish organizations worldwide to raise awareness and foster acceptance and inclusion of people with disabilities and mental health conditions and those who love them. Now in its 13th year, JDAIM brings together organizations across Montreal for an [...]
With the new year upon us, your news feeds will be chock-full of lists and tips on how you can improve your quality of life or “steps to follow to a better you”. So, here’s one more! The Cummings Centre’s top 7: MIND YOUR MUSIC Research shows that music activates every [...]
Dance plays a major role in Freda Segal’s life. In addition to being an aerobic instructor and choreographer herself, Segal also is a regular participant in the Cummings Centre’s Dance to the Rhythm classes. She had only high praise for the class. “The music is wonderful and makes you want to move,” said Segal. [...]
Falls remain the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among Canadian seniors. And falls are the main reason why older adults lose their independence. It is to everyone’s advantage to help prevent falls and take the necessary steps to improve balance and strength. All levels of people who exercise (or not) can benefit from balance [...]
Encountering Helen Scharf’s ebullient spirit and infectious energy, anyone she meets would be amazed to learn that she recently marked her 98th birthday. “I’m still celebrating – I’ll be celebrating the whole year,” Helen says with a smile. A familiar face at the Cummings Centre for many years, Helen thrives on being active: “I [...]
“I’m a people person – I like to be busy and to take charge,” says Bram Besner, a former President of the CJCS Foundation from 2013-15 and, at age 88, an active volunteer and donor who remains devoted to the Cummings Centre. “When I retired, I was looking for something to do and I was [...]