Fall 2019 Adult Program Guide

SHIMON AND SARA BIRNBAUM

ADULT PROGRAMS

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775 Talamini Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 • (908) 443-9018 • info@ssbjcc.org • ssbjcc.org

Shana Tovah from your JCC Family!

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Grounds of Somerset County Vo-Tech 14 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater (Next to Bridgewater Library and Farmers Market)

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Sunday, Sept. 15 • 11AM-2PM Event Held Rain or Shine.

Trucks ’n Cars Inflatables Emergency Vehicles Northstar Rescue Helicopter Kids Crafts/FacePainting Rutgers Scarlet Knight

Vendors Dog Adoption Pet Contests Farmers Market Ask the Vet K9 Officers Food Trucks (food available for purchase)

101.5 FM/Big Yellow Van

Co-Sponsored by the Township of Bridgewater and the JCC. For sponsorship info contact Debbie, 908.443.9003.

For vendor info contact Ellen, 908.443.9016.

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Monday - Thursday 5:45 AM - 10:00 PM

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Friday 5:45 AM - 6:00 PM

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Saturday - Sunday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Friday - Sunday: Indoor Pool closes at 5:45 PM)

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SPECIAL NEEDS

M I S S I O N S TAT E M E N T The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center will provide a wholesome, nondiscriminatory facility with a wide range of services and diverse programming. This center is committed to preserving, enhancing and strengthening Jewish identity, fellowship and will work to enrich the Jewish community and the community at-large.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

H O L I D AY H O U R S Labor Day

The JCC will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 2. Summer Swim Club will be open for Star and Swim Club Members.

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The JCC will close at 3:00 PM on Sunday, September 29 in observance of Erev Rosh Hashanah. Monday and Tuesday, September 30 - October 1, the JCC will be closed in observance of Rosh Hashanah.

Yom Kippur

Tuesday, October 8, the JCC will close at 3:00 PM in observance of Kol Nidre. Wednesday, October 9, the JCC will be closed in observance of Yom Kippur.

Thanksgiving

The JCC will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 28.

December

Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25, the JCC will close at 5:00 PM. Tuesday, December 31, the JCC will close at 4:00 PM.

New Year’s Day

The JCC will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day on Wednesday, January 1, 2020.

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Sunday, Sept. 15 • 11AM-2PM Event Held Rain or Shine.

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101.5 FM/Big Yellow Van

September 19 Co-Sponsored by the Township of Bridgewater and the JCC. For sponsorship info contact Debbie, 908.443.9003.

For vendor info contact Ellen, 908.443.9016.

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Re-buys/add-ons allowed until the first break: $100 for 5,000 chips.

Sponsorship Opportunities available.

For additional information and to become a sponsor, Contact Debbie Golden at 908.443.9003; dgolden@ssbjcc.org

Tournament prizes include VISA Gift Cards and other great gifts!

Call to Register: 908.443.9018 Register Online: ssbjcc.org/poker

NOVEMBER 3 • 7 PM

Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center AN EVENING CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF THE JCC & PAST 775PRESIDENTS Talamini Road • Bridgewater, NJ 08807 • ssbjcc.org

$136/Person Dinner, Open Bar Dietary Laws Observed. RSVP by November 1.

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FITNESS

JOY MCINTYRE

Fitness Director x9025 jmcintyre@ssbjcc.org

AVIV WAGNER

Assist. Fitness Director awagner@ssbjcc.org

ELISA BOWSER

Fitness Manager ebowser@ssbjcc.org

JESSICA KICHURA

Fitness Manager jkichura@ssbjcc.org

Fitness Programs Fall 2019 New Group Fitness Classes Added to our Fall Lineup!

Mondays — 8 PM Pound with Mirna Pound is a combination of cardio and weight training exercises that include the rhythmic techniques used in Pilates. Colorful drumsticks help exercisers count the length of time they hold certain positions. For all fitness levels.

Monday | Wednesday | Friday — 6 AM BodyPump with Heather, Jane, and Elisa!

Les Mills BodyPump is a 55-minute class of toning and conditioning with weights.

Great Music, Choreography, and results! For all fitness levels.

Tuesday 6:00 AM Sprint with Jane Thursday 6:00 AM Spin with Jim Les Mills Sprint is a 30-minute High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workout using an indoor biked to achieve fast results. It’s short, intense style of training where the thrill and motivation come from pushing your physical and mental limits.

For intermediate-advanced levels.

Spin is a 45-minute indoor cycling class where energized instructors lead riders through an intense fitness journey of hills, flats, sprints, jumps and interval training. For all fitness levels.

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GRIT with Aviv now 5:00 - 5:30 PM Bollywood with Uma now 5:30-6:30 PM Les Mills GRIT is a 30-minute HIIT workout designed with short rounds of high-intensity exercise followed by periods of strategic recovery. The secret to ultimate results is not adding more workouts to your routine, but increasing their intensity. For intermediateadvanced fitness levels.

Bollywood is dance-fitness, filled with energy and great expression, leaving you feeling invigorated, sexy, and with loads of confidence. For all fitness levels.

Thursday 6:35 PM Yoga with Barb Yoga is an hour class focusing on mind-body connection while toning and stretching.

For all fitness levels.

Saturday 9 AM BodyCombat with Loli Les Mills BodyCombat is a 55-minute fiercely energetic program inspired by martial arts and draws from a wide array of disciplines such as Karate, Boxing, Taekwondo, Tai Chi and Muay Thai.

Supported by driving music and powerful role model instructors, you strike, punch, kick and kata your way through calories to superior cardio fitness. High Cardio class for mega calorie burn.

For all fitness levels.

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• FITNESS SUCCESS • Trainer vs. Trainer • • • •

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Back in May, four JFIT Warriors took on the Trainer vs. Trainer challenge. The four teams were Joy McIntyre and Jill Gladstone Elisa Bowser and Marian Gottlieb Aviv Wagner and Kate Sugarman Jessica Kichura and Caralynne Weinstein

Participants met with their appointed trainer for 2-half hour sessions per week. Realistic, challenging, and measurable goals were made and 8 weeks later, all four participants succeeded and met their goals!

Team Joy and Jill Gladstone

Team Aviv and Kate Sugarman

Jill’s Goal: to do a 4-minute plank!

Kate’s Goal: to run a 5K!

Elisa Bowser and Marian Gottlieb

Team Jess and Caralynne

Marian’s Goal: to increase core strength!

Caralynne’s Goal: to reach a goal weight!

Fall Personal Training Special with Baylee Three (3) One Hour or Six (6) Half Hour Sessions for $80. One package per member.

Special Ends on Sunday, November 3, 2019.

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Fitness Staff Up Close...

Jessica Kichura — Fitness Manager, Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and Mom-to-be!

Jill Whalen — Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor

1. When did you start working at the JCC? I started working at the JCC in November 2012 as a Group Fitness Les Mills BodyCombat Instructor. Throughout my years here I became certified in LesMills BodyPump, Les Mills Grit and PreCor Queenax Small Group Training. As of August 2018 I began my current position here as Fitness Manager and Personal Trainer and continue teaching group fitness classes.

1. When did you start working at the JCC? I started working at the JCC in January 2006 as a Group Fitness Instructor. I’m currently a Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, ECC Yoga Instructor and Camp Yoga Instructor.

2. What is your favorite Food? What’s your favorite restaurant?

Cliché…everything! You cook it, it’s delicious, I’ll be eating it! No cheese though, please.

Café Picasso and Toscanas.

3. If you could be a superhero….Who would you be?

Don’t know! Supergirl? Think I’d rather just be a really good human!

3. If you could be a superhero….Who would you be? Xena Warrior Princess 4. What is your favorite movie of all times?

Indiana Jones - The Last Crusade and G.I. Jane

2. What is your favorite Food? What’s your favorite restaurant?

Favorite food - Alaskan King Crab legs Favorite restaurant - Vincenzo’s

4. What is your favorite movie of all times?

Don’t know that I have just *one* favorite but any time Steel Magnolias, Dirty Dancing, Good Will Hunting, Sound of Music or Grease is on, you can bet I’ll watch it over and over and over (and over) again!

Winter Apparel & Coat Drive During the month of October, please consider donating gently used coats, hats, scarves and gloves for those in need. Give the Gift of Warmth! Donation bins will be located outside of our Cardio Studio during October.

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Sports Nutrition and Supplement Certification Friday, January 17 • 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM JFIT will be offering a class/certification on proper nutrition and supplementation on Friday, January 17 from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM. This Cert is offered by AAAI/ISMA and is open to JCC Fitness Professionals as well as our members!

Members need to sign up directly with AAAI/ ISMA at https://aaai-ismafitness.com.

Questions, please contact Joy McIntyre x9025.

Tennis Lessons at the J Private Lessons:

1 hour: $65/Person | 30 mins: $45/Person

Semi-private Lessons: (2 min - 4 max)

1 hour: $50/Person | 30 mins- $25/Person

Lawrence Lizardo has been a PTR certified professional since 2016 and brings over 8 years of teaching & coaching experience.

Please e-mail instructor Lawrence Lizardo at lawrencelizardo101@gmail.com to schedule your lessons.

Babysitting Services

Tues, Wed, Thurs | 8:30-11:30 AM Sat & Sun | 7:30-11:00 AM Babysitting is by reservation only, no dropins. Parent/caregiver must be in the building.

Babysitting reservations must be made at least 24-hours in advance to secure your spot. We will accommodate day-of requests based on availability. To make your reservation, please stop by or call the Fitness Welcome Desk at 908-725-6994 x9036.

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Fee: $99 for Course | $29 for Textbook

Free service for our members!

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8:30 AM - 2:30 PM 12 Noon: “NEVER GIVE UP” Key Note Speaker, Nick Scott

Founder/President & CEO IFBB Pro-Wheel Chair Bodybuilding Inc.

9-11 AM: Kids Zip Line/Ropes Course Fitness Vendors, Lectures, Health Screenings, Massage 9-11 AM: Strong Man/Woman’s Competition Spin, Swim & Dance-a-thons Adult Obstacle Courses

Please register in advance for all Expo events (including free events).

Proceeds support the Special Needs Community.

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Supporting Inclusion in our Community, The JCC & YMCA in Partnership present

“Never Give Up�

An inspirational talk with Nick Scott

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Founder/President & CEO IFBB Pro-Wheel Chair Bodybuilding Inc.

12 Noon at the JCC Patients become despondent when faced with life changing accidents or illnesses. A lifetime with a disability seems like the end to some who may never walk, see or hear again. Hearts are heavy in these situations, especially if children are involved. However, no one can give up. The journey begins by discovering the fire that burns inside every person in a hospital bed or those who heal the bed ridden.

For more information and to register: ssbjcc.org/FitnessExpo19 775 Talamini Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 ssbjcc.org 908.443.9025 Bridgewater

Branches of Somerset County and Plainfield YMCA

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Movie Night Under the Stars Saturday, September 21 5:30 - 7:30 PM

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Hours of Operation: Sundays

Providing the gift ELLIE WILLOUGHBY of time.

Special Services Director During this time we x 9029 support children, their families and ewilloughby@ssbjcc.org caregivers to keep them healthy, happy and strong.

Special Olympics Swim Team The Rising Tide

Zone 1: Ages 5-11 : 12:30 -2:30 PM Zone 2: Ages 12-16: 12:30 -2:30 PM 2019 Fall Session: October: 6, 13, 20, 27 November: 3, 10, 17, 24 December: 1, 8 Save when you register for all 10 Sessions Discounted Member Fee: $250 for 10 sessions Fee: $300 for 10 sessions

Discounted Member Fee: $30

Fee: $35 (Must pre-register for the number of sessions) (All payments are non-refundable)

1:1 support available for an additional fee.

(ContactPM Ellie Willoughby) Sundays • 10:30 AM - 12:30

clothing, sneakers, towel.

Session I: AdultsAttire: 18Comfortable and Over (10:30 - swimsuit 11:30& aAM) Snacks: Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Inclement Weather: You will be contacted on the day of the Session II: Ages 6-12 Years (11:30 AM - 12:00 PM) program by 11:00am.

Enrollment process: Complete the intake, enrollment and consent forms and return it to the JCC.

Meet & Pick Up at the JCC.

Questions…

Contact Ellie Willoughby, JCC Special Services Director, 908-443-9029; EWilloughby@ssbjcc.org

BINGO Sunday, October 20 4:00-6:00 PM

$ 15/person (Includes: bingo cards, bingo stamp chips & soft drinks) $ 5/Staff or family support cost Register by: October 14 Prizes awarded!

6th Annual PROM Saturday, November 16 7:00 -10:00 PM $ 25/person

(Includes: buffet dinner, dessert, soft drinks and dancing)

$ 5/Staff or family support cost

The JCC Bridgewater Rising Tide Special Olympics Register by: November 11 Swim Team is a volunteer organization that introduces individuals with special needs to the Camp designed for campers with Special Needs. This program offers 1:1 staff to shadow the camper wonders of swimming. As part ofChaverim Specialis Olympics and provides individualized and tailored support.We work with each child individually to provide integration and inclusion into peer when appropriate and modified schedules when necessary. We work with ESY schedNew Jersey Somerset Countyules Area 10, we groups compete and can develop part and/or full time programs for your child. in three swim meets throughout the season: An intake and assessment is required prior to registration. From this intake, the camp and Special Services Director will work participating closely with you and County, Area, and State. Athletes inyour family to develop a personalized program to make the summer a successful experience for your child. this program should have a basic knowledge of swimming and be able to comfortably swim one length (25 yards) of freestyle and one length (25 yards) of backstroke. If you or an athlete is interested in joining, please contact Stephanie Johnson, Head Coach/Local Training Program Coordinator, at 908-443-9020 or SJohnson@ssbjcc.org.

Private instruction for individuals with special needs on an appointment basis. For more information and fees please contact Aquatics at x9020 or SJohnson@ssbjcc.org

Aphasia Communications & Caregiver Support Groups

SEPT 11, 25 OCT 16, 23 NOV 13, 27 DEC 11, 18

Special Needs 18 and over!

All events held at the JCC.

Ala carte Pricing:

Special Needs Private Lessons

DATES:

$ 10/person (Includes: movie,popcorn,chips & soft drinks) $ 5/Staff or family support cost Register by: September 16

The Aphasia Communication Group meets twice a month at the JCC for people with aphasia, a communication disorder that occurs usually as the result of a stroke. The Aphasia Caregiver Support Group is for family members of people with aphasia. The first several trial sessions are free and the Group fee is $10/session.

To register for either group, or for more information, contact Wendy Greenspan at wgreenspan@adleraphasiacenter.org or 973-530-3981

You are Coordially Invited to the JCC’s Sixth Annual

Prom for Adults with Special Needs

Fall Harvest Fling Saturday, November 16 7:00 - 10:00 PM $25 per person

Includes Italian Dinner, Dessert, Soft Drinks, Dancing & Fun! REGISTER BY: Wednesday, November 13 (Visit the Welcome Center or call 908-443-9018.)

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Tournament at the JCC, Bridgewater Supporting JCC Special Needs Programs & Services for Children and Adults

Monday, November 4 Doors Open at 6:30 PM • Tournament Begins at 7:15 PM Buy-in: $125/person includes Dinner, Snacks, Open Bar & 5,000 Chips T BES E! U VAL

Rebuy Bonus Offer: Buy-in at registration for $225 and receive 5,000 starter chips and 6,000 rebuy chips.

Re-buys/add-ons allowed until the first break: $100 for 5,000 chips.

Sponsorship Opportunities available.

For additional information and to become a sponsor, Contact Debbie Golden at 908.443.9003; dgolden@ssbjcc.org

Tournament prizes include VISA Gift Cards and other great gifts!

Call to Register: 908.443.9018 Register Online: ssbjcc.org/poker

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Lunch and Entertainment Programs

Fee includes breakfast, lunch, and nosh.

Lunch Served 12:00 PM Followed by Program at 1:00 PM (Fee includes lunch & entertainment) Member Fee: $5 | Fee: $7 Entertainment is scheduled one Wednesday of each month and on the other afternoons we enjoy a topical discussion and conversation. No topic is off the table! For reservations, please call our Welcome Center at (908) 443-9018.

Musical Entertaintment TBA! • September 25 George Tuzzeo and Leiza • October 30 Known as the “Blue Hearts Duo,” enjoy the music of this amazing duo. George was with the famous group, Jay and the Americans.

Samantha Duval • December 18 Samantha sings with an extraordinary voice and style.

She has performed on some of the most beautiful cruise ships and traveled to over 80 countries.

Musical Entertaintment TBA! • January 29 Bob Daddona • February 26

$55/person • 6 Rounds of play Prizes will be awarded!

Questions...Please contact Lisa Kopman 908-443-9009 LKopman@ssbjcc.org NAME(S) DAYTIME PHONE: ADDRESS: E-MAIL:

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I WILL BE EAST YES NO I WILL BRING A SET YES NO Total Number of Players: Total Amount Due: $ Please check the method of payment: Check Please make payable to “JCC” I/We wish to pay by credit card: VISA MASTERCARD AMEX CREDIT CARD Number: Exp#______CVV#______ NAME ON CREDIT CARD (Required): Please complete & return form by September 27 Mail to: Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Attn: Mah Jongg Tournament

Tuesday Mornings • 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Free to JCC Members or $2/Person Come on your own or bring your group.

Mah Jongg at the J Come Play Mah Jongg Mondays and Thursdays • 11:30 AM Free to JCC Members or $2/Person Bring a foursome and enjoy an afternoon of playing Mah Jongg with your group. Bring a dairy lunch or snacks (optional). Complimentary coffee is served.

Mah Jongg Lessons with Lisa Weekly Lessons Begin October 15 Tuesdays • 1:00 - 2:30 PM $125 for maximum of 8 lessons Is Mah Jongg a game you always wanted to learn?

Well, now is your chance!! Come on your own or bring your friends!

Bob has a fabulous singing voice!

He released his first CD and he continues to engage audiences wherever he appears!

Bruce Foster • March 25

Bruce is a wonderful piano player and guitarist. He has released a few CD’s and loves playing the piano and having his audiences call out requests to sing along with him!

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Some trips have limited space. All trips are non-refundable.

Walking Tour of “Victoria Confino” Home Lower East Side, NYC

Monday, October 28 Depart the JCC at 10:00 AM 11:30 AM-1:00 PM – Hear the History of “Victoria Confino” at 97 Orchard Street 1:00-1:45 PM – Lunch at Essex Market 2:00-3:30 PM – Walking Tour of Grounds Return to JCC Approx. 5:00 PM Member Fee: $100 | Fee: $125 Discover life as an immigrant in 1916 through the eyes of 14-year-old Victoria Confino.

A costumed actor portraying Victoria provides a firstperson perspective inside her apartment. Victoria will share her experiences about immigrating to America from Greece, living at 97 Orchard Street with her parents and five brothers, and adjusting to life on the Lower East Side.

History didn’t make the Lower East Side – people did. We will be visiting sites that have been reshaped over the past century, and compare present-day structures with historic images.

Residents of the Lower East Side have fought to preserve their communities and improve their neighborhoods in the face of profound economic and political change.

Trip to see the Comedy Musical on Broadway, Tootsie Nominated for 11 Tony Awards!

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Depart the JCC at 3:00 PM 7:30 PM Showtime Member Fee: $200 | Fee: $225 Dinner is on your own prior to the show. Price includes coach bus and orchestra ticket. Tickets are non-refundable.

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Register for all of our exciting day trips at the Welcome Center, online at www.ssbjcc.org or call 908-443-9018.

Museum of Jewish Heritage Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Depart the JCC at 9:30 AM Guided Tour at 11:30 AM | Lunch at Katz’s Return to JCC Approx. 4:00 PM Member Fee: $115 | Fee: $130 (Fee includes coach bus/ guided tour and lunch.)

The Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, in NYC presents the largest exhibition on Auschwitz featuring more than 700 original objects never before seen in North America.

In this 90-minute guided tour, an expert Gallery Educator will lead a structured program covering the entire exhibition Auschwitz, “Not long ago. Not far away.”

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Flu Clinic Dr. Ronald Frank of Greenbrook Family Medicine Monday, September 16 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Fee: $20 (Selected Non-HMO Insurance may be accepted.)

You don’t have to go further than the JCC to receive your flu shot! Traditional Medicare Part B participants are FREE. Please bring your insurance card/Medicare card to the clinic to determine eligibility. Everyone is welcome!

Apple & Honey Tasting Thursday, September 26 5:00-6:30 PM Free to All! Stop by the JCC lobby to bring in a sweet Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, and taste an assortment of flavored honeys and apples!

Book Club at the J Meets the Last Thursday of the Month Fall Dates: Sept. 26, Oct. 31, Nov. 21 1:00 PM Call the Welcome Center for additional information at (908) 443-9018.

Movie Day at the J Fridays • 12:00 PM 9/6, 10/4, 11/1 Member Fee: $5 | Fee: $7 Join us for popcorn, pizza and a movie! Movie titles will be announced in advance of each event.

September 6 Movie: Instant Family Please call the Welcome Center at 908-443-9018 or stop by to register for any of the programs.

Questions, contact Lisa Kopman at lkopman@ssbjcc.org or 908-443-9009.

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Adult Theater Program Fall Production: The Addams Family Auditions: September 16 & 17 Rehearsals: Thursdays • 7:00 - 9:30 PM Show Date: February 8 | 6:00-8:00 PM Tech Week: Week before performance Age: 16 Years and Older Fee: $280 Per Person We are casting both adults and mature teens for this community theatre production at the J! All roles are open. Production is open to ages 16+ or by special arrangement. Please prepare a 16-32 bar cut in the style of the show (but NOT from the show). We will be doing cold reads at auditions, so please prepare to stay and read if asked.

The Addams Family is being Directed by Samantha Gelnaw Lang, a local actress who appeared in Silver Lining Playbook with Jennifer Lawrence. Ms. Lang is also directing the JCC’s Youth Theatre production of Beauty and the Beast.

AUDITION INFO Auditions will take about 15 minutes.

Please come prepared with a song to sing; you will be given a passage to read. Sign up for an audition time slot by emailing Lisa Kopman, lkopman@ssbjcc.org.

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Julie Satow, Author The Plaza: The Secret Life of America’s Most Famous Hotel

Julie Satow discusses the thrilling, unforgettable history of how one illustrious hotel has defined our understanding of money and glamour, from the Gilded Age to the Go-Go Eighties to today’s Billionaire Row. Julie Satow is an award-winning journalist who has covered real estate in New York City for more than a decade. A regular contributor to the New York Times, her work has also appeared on National Public Radio, the New York Post, and The Daily Beast.

Program Partner: Brandies National Committee, Somerset Chapter

Yousef Bashir, Author The Words of My Father: Love and Pain in Palestine Thursday, October 24 • 12:00 PM Fee: $10 Yousef Bashir recalls his adolescence in Gaza during the Second Intifada, and how he made a strong commitment to peace in the face of devastating brutality. This moving, candid, and transformative memoir, reminds us of the importance of looking beyond prejudice, anger, and fear.

Yousef Bashir is a PalestinianAmerican from the Gaza Strip.

He is the son of Khalil Bashir, a highly respected educator. Still suffering the effects of a near catastrophic injury at the hands of an anonymous IDF solider, Yousef made his way to the United States where he earned a BA in International Affairs from Northeastern University and an MA in Co-Existence and Conflict from Brandeis University. Now living in Washington DC, Bashir has worked on Capitol Hill and serves as a member of the Palestinian Diplomatic Delegation to the United States.

Featured Film: Theodore Bikel in the Shoes of Sholom Aleichem Thursday, December 12 • 6:30 PM $18/Person (includes film and Chanukah

celebration with falafel dinner)

Portraits of two beloved icons – Sholom Aleichem and Theodore Bikel – are woven together in this enchanting new documentary. The two men have much in common: wit, wisdom and talent, all shot through with deep humanity and Yiddishkeit.

Theodore Bikel, the unstoppable performer whose career spanned more than 150 screen roles (including an Oscar-nominated turn in The Defiant Ones) and countless stage and musical productions, was also the foremost interpreter of Sholom Aleichem’s work. Bikel played Tevye the Milkman on stage more than 2,000 times, and he animated Aleichem’s work through his creation of two celebrated musical plays about the great Russian author.

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Thursday, October 16 • 12:00 PM Fee: $18 | Includes Lunch

Irma Horowitz Film Series

The film, Theodore Bikel: In the Shoes of Sholom Aleichem combines Bikel’s charismatic storytelling and masterful performances with a broader exploration of Aleichem’s remarkable life and work. A pioneer of modern Jewish literature who championed and luxuriated in the Yiddish language, Sholom Aleichem created dozens of indelible characters. His Tevye the Milkman, Motl the Cantor’s Son, and Menachem Mendl--”shtetl Jews” for whom humor and pathos were two sides of the same Yiddish coin--remain invaluable windows into pre-war Eastern European Jewish life, real and imagined.

Following the film, a discussion will be led by Aimee Ginsberg Bikel, widow of Theodore Bikel, journalist and Director of the Theodore Bikel Legacy Project.

Aimee Ginsburg Bikel is an American-Israeli writer, journalist, and public speaker. A veteran of the IDF and a graduate of Hebrew University, she was an awardwinning journalist and radio broadcaster in Israel before becoming the first full time Israeli correspondent in India, a post she held for 15 years.

This program is supported by the Irma Horowitz Endowment Fund.

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Judith Viorst, Author Nearing Ninety: And Other Comedies of Late Life Wednesday, March 4 • 12:00 PM Fee: $18 (Includes Lunch) In Nearing Ninety: And Other Comedies of Late Life, Judith Viorst candidly shares the complicated joys and everyday tribulations that await us at the age of ninety, all with a large dose of humor and an understanding that nothing – well, almost nothing – in life should be taken too seriously. While she struggles to make it to midnight on New Year’s Eve, while she’s starting to hear more eulogies than symphonies, while she’ll forever be disheartened by what she weighs (and forever unable to stop weighing herself), there is plenty to cherish at ninety: hanging out with the people she loves, playing a relentless game of Scrabble, and still sleeping tush-to-tush with the same man to whom she’s been married for sixty years.

Judith Viorst was born and brought up in New Jersey and has lived in Washington, DC, since 1960. She has written children’s chapter and picture books including Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day; adult fiction and nonfiction, including the New York Times bestseller, Necessary Losses; poetry for children and adults. Her most recent books of poetry include, What Are You Glad About?, What Are You Mad About?, and Nearing Ninety.

Steve Katz, Author Blood, Sweat, and My Rock’n Roll Years Concert Included...

Date and Time TBA! In Blood, Sweat, and My Rock’n Roll Years, Steve Katz talks about growing up in the folk and rock music world of the sixties- the hits, the ups, the downs, the crazies.

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Thursday , April 23 6:30 PM Distinguished Guest Speaker Ambassador Daniel C. Kurtzer Former US Ambassador to Israel and Egypt

Honoring Ellen & Scott Teller Educate, Celebrate & Enjoy Dinner!

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AN EVENING CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF THE JCC & PAST PRESIDENTS $136/Person Dinner, Open Bar Dietary Laws Observed. RSVP by November 1.

Doron Steger • Alvin Levine • Harriet Blank • Barry Ages Addie Kluger • Peter Horowitz • David Bunevich Ken Bernstein • Richard Skydell • Seth Geldzahler

This event supports the JCC Special Needs Scholarship Fund.

Our Special Needs Department has been designed to provide social, educational and recreational programs for children and adults with Special Needs. The JCC offers an inclusive environment that is open to all. Our programs provide opportunities to improve quality of life, enhance physical well-being, social and emotional development, cultivate friendships and allow the participants to integrate into the community. The JCC believes all communities should open their hearts and doors to everyone.

JCARES is the Adult Intern Program providing meaningful opportunities that promote a feeling of independence and value. JZONE provides weekly recreational fun for children. JCONNECTS provides social and recreational activities. CAMP CHAVERIM is our summer camp. The JCC offers Adaptive Swim Lessons, and we are proud to be the home of the JCC Rising Tide Special Olympics Swim Team.