Gems at the J | Registration Brunch & Info Session
Gems at the J | Registration Brunch & Info Session
Come find out about new classes and programs for Winter 2026, plus register for them as well! Click here to register for the Registration Brunch!
Come find out about new classes and programs for Winter 2026, plus register for them as well! Click here to register for the Registration Brunch!
Step into a world of holiday wonder with Winters at Wanamaker’s, Woodmere’s festive exhibition celebrating the golden age of department store displays. Discover the dazzling designs of John Winters, the brilliant chief artist behind Wanamaker’s legendary holiday windows and Grand Court spectacles from 1948 to 1973. On view in the Chandelier Gallery, marvel at the […]
Join RakDan in a weekly Israeli Dance Class! Israeli dancing is a fun way to move at a slow to moderate pace while enjoying traditional Israeli music, socializing with others, and utilizing your brainpower to remember steps. No prior dance experience expected. $250 full series, $15 drop-in rate. To register, you must purchase either a […]
Come discuss a variety of political topics with Bill Rosenberg. What plans are in effect to subvert the upcoming midterm elections? What is the “Great Man” Theory in Politics? This will include potentially FDR, Reagan, Trump, Cuomo and others. What are primary elections all about and why are they important? How do they sort and […]
Our Cholent & Conversation Series provides community members the opportunity to learn with a Rabbi, Clergy or Jewish Educator from our community! This is a monthly program meets usually on the first Friday of each month, and warm kosher vegetarian cholent is served! Jan 9 - Rabbi Brennan Feb 6 - Rabbi GoldMarche Mar 6 […]
When we were children, almost all of us had the experience of drawing and making art; but frequently we may have received the message that only a few privileged people had "the gift", "the talent", "the special skill" to produce "real Art"...so many people gave up and stopped drawing altogether. No matter what your skill-level, […]
Join RakDan in a weekly Israeli Dance Class! Israeli dancing is a fun way to move at a slow to moderate pace while enjoying traditional Israeli music, socializing with others, and utilizing your brainpower to remember steps. No prior dance experience expected. $250 full series, $15 drop-in rate. To register, you must purchase either a […]
Come discuss a variety of political topics with Bill Rosenberg. What plans are in effect to subvert the upcoming midterm elections? What is the “Great Man” Theory in Politics? This will include potentially FDR, Reagan, Trump, Cuomo and others. What are primary elections all about and why are they important? How do they sort and […]
Join us for Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the J on Monday, January 19th! We are excited to be offering multiple programs throughout the day for all ages and interests. Join us for one or all! All activities are free with a donation of 2 non-perishable food items (canned or boxed food). Activities and […]
When we were children, almost all of us had the experience of drawing and making art; but frequently we may have received the message that only a few privileged people had "the gift", "the talent", "the special skill" to produce "real Art"...so many people gave up and stopped drawing altogether. No matter what your skill-level, […]
Topic: Looking into the New Year – How Your Eyes Change with Age Speaker: Local Ophthalmologist Discover how aging affects your eyes and learn about common conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Experience an interactive portion where you can try glasses that simulate these conditions, gaining insight into their impact. A quick vision screening […]
Come learn the art of mindful mediation through doodling with Mindy Shapiro! Jan 20 Embedded Letters In this session we will create or and refine our “chop” - the Initial or initials we use to sign our Zentangle® work. We will then embed the letters in the beautiful tangle “DivaDance”. Feb 17 Lunar New Year: […]
In this five week series, you’ll learn the easy, flowing set of moves called the Eight Form Yang Style Tai Chi, a graceful sequence of arm and body movements coordinated with breathing, often considered the gateway to all tai chi techniques and benefits. Each class includes a warmup, guided breathing, and two new movements, building […]
Join RakDan in a weekly Israeli Dance Class! Israeli dancing is a fun way to move at a slow to moderate pace while enjoying traditional Israeli music, socializing with others, and utilizing your brainpower to remember steps. No prior dance experience expected. $250 full series, $15 drop-in rate. To register, you must purchase either a […]
Inspired by Jewish teachings and their historical experience, Jews have been disproportionately represented in movements for social justice in this country. Using memoirs, speeches, writings and organizational records, we will examine the prominent roles played by rabbis, political figures, labor organizers and other activists in advocating for the rights of disadvantaged members of American society. […]
Each month, join Rachel Sakofs—our very own Gems manager and a registered dietitian—for fresh insights on food, eating, and overall health. Sponsored by IBX. TOPIC: Whole Grains Click here to register for Eat Well Be Well!
When we were children, almost all of us had the experience of drawing and making art; but frequently we may have received the message that only a few privileged people had "the gift", "the talent", "the special skill" to produce "real Art"...so many people gave up and stopped drawing altogether. No matter what your skill-level, […]
To commemorate Yom Hashoah, the JCC will present an in-person screening of the documentary, 999 The Forgotten Girls, which sheds light on a wrenching true story. In March 1942, nearly 1000 young Slovak Jewish women, mostly teenagers, told by their government that they were embarking on a work assignment, were instead illegally deported to Auschwitz […]
In this five week series, you’ll learn the easy, flowing set of moves called the Eight Form Yang Style Tai Chi, a graceful sequence of arm and body movements coordinated with breathing, often considered the gateway to all tai chi techniques and benefits. Each class includes a warmup, guided breathing, and two new movements, building […]
Join RakDan in a weekly Israeli Dance Class! Israeli dancing is a fun way to move at a slow to moderate pace while enjoying traditional Israeli music, socializing with others, and utilizing your brainpower to remember steps. No prior dance experience expected. $250 full series, $15 drop-in rate. To register, you must purchase either a […]
Inspired by Jewish teachings and their historical experience, Jews have been disproportionately represented in movements for social justice in this country. Using memoirs, speeches, writings and organizational records, we will examine the prominent roles played by rabbis, political figures, labor organizers and other activists in advocating for the rights of disadvantaged members of American society. […]
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