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Gems at the J | Expressive Strokes Hands-On Art Workshop

| TUE, AUG 04, 2026

This supportive art therapy program in partnership with JFCS provides participants with a creative space to express themselves, reduce stress, and build meaningful connections. Through guided art activities, participants explore…

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Gems at the J | Mosaic Chamsas

| TUE, AUG 04, 2026

Come create a beautiful chamsa using an assemblage technique. All materials will be provided but you are encouraged to bring trinkets/old jewelry to add to your piece truly one of…

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Gems at the J | Intro to Communal Meditation

| TUE, JUL 28, 2026

Fostering Peace, Understanding, and Compassion for the Jewish Community Find strength in community with  Dr. Paula Joyce through a supportive process: • Exploring the emotional impact of rising antisemitism • Learning practical tools to ease fear and anxiety • Experiencing a guided spiritual meditation for healing, hope, and resilience. This is being offered as a pilot program and available as a ZOOM option as well. Please email us to learn more. Dr. Paula, The Life Doctor, is a bestselling author, executive and life coach, Yale trained postdoctoral scholar, and internationally recognized speaker who has helped…

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Gems at the J | Intro to Drawing Nature

| TUE, JUL 28, 2026

For over 40 years, John Sappington, working as an art therapist. “I had to convince people that in fact they all had the potential to create wonderful drawings, but they…

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Vaccine Clinic at the Kaiserman JCC

| WED, JUL 22, 2026

In our efforts to keep our community free from the flu and Covid this season, we are partnering with Acme for a community vaccine clinic at the Kaiserman JCC. ACME…

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Myofascial Release & Restore

| FRI, JUN 26, 2026

With Andre Coles from Roots2Rise Myofascial Release & Restore is an extended 75 minute yoga experience that blends slow, mindful movement with guided myofascial release using tennis balls. This class…

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Bagel Brunch

| FRI, JUN 12, 2026

After your workout at our fitness classes we invite you to join us for a light brunch at the J while shmoozing with friends. Bagels and cream cheese will be…

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Bagel Brunch

| FRI, JUN 12, 2026

After your workout at our fitness classes we invite you to join us for a light brunch at the J while shmoozing with friends. Bagels and cream cheese will be…

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Gems at the J | Beat the Heat Summer Film Series

| WED, JUN 10, 2026

Join us for lunch at 11:30am, followed by a film and discussion with Ruth Anolik. The full series is $65 a person. Want to come to just one or a few dates? Email us for a prorated rate. 6/24: In Her Shoes, 2005 at HarZion 7/1: Keeping the Faith, 2000 at HarZion 7/15: The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob, 1973 at BAI 7/22: The Awakening of Motti Walkenbruc, 2018 at BAI…

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Gems at the J | Petra: The Adventure Continues

| WED, JUN 10, 2026

The first part of this class will wrap up our exploration of Petra and its environs, with time for discussion and questions. Then, Dr. Steve takes us behind the scenes…

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