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16 Mizel Arts and Culture Center Enriching our community through diverse cultural experiences, including film, theater, visual arts, and engaging programs that celebrate creativity and connection.

A premier Jewish Day Camp for kindergarten through sixth grade offers unforgettable summer experiences for kids of all backgrounds through dynamic programming that blends fun, friendship, and skill-building.

From sports and arts to STEM and Jewish cultural activities, Camp Shai is where every child can shine and thrive.

Nestled on 570 acres in Elbert, Colorado’s Black Forest, our overnight camp provides kids and teens with an unforgettable Colorado adventure, blending outdoor exploration, skill-building, and Jewish values. From horseback riding to high ropes, campers create lifelong memories and friendships.

Our facility offers indoor and outdoor pools, swim lessons, and aquatic fitness programs for all ages and abilities to swim, train, and play.

A welcoming facility combines modern equipment, group classes, and personalized training to support all fitness levels. Achieve your wellness goals and build community.

An indoor facility featuring year-round indoor courts, expert coaching, and programs for all ages and skill levels, fostering a love for tennis.

Our team fuels our mission by fostering generosity and partnerships, empowering us to provide impactful programs and services that enrich lives.

This comprehensive guide connects the community with trusted local businesses and services, offering valuable resources to support and enhance daily life.

RESOURCE GUIDE

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PHILANTHROPY & RENTALS

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TENNIS

26 Tennis

FITNESS

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AQUATICS

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RANCH CAMP

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CAMP SHAI

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MIZEL ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER

C O N T E N T S

Connecting people of all ages through diverse classes, events, and programs, including arts, Jewish life, LGBTQIA+ events, and more, fostering community, creativity, and lifelong learning.

ENGAGEMENT & JEWISH LEARNING

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CONTACTS & HOURS* Aquatics

303.316.6444 | aquatics@jccdenver.org

Pool Weather Hotline 303.355.4900

Indoor Pool (October 1 - April 30) Monday – Friday: 6:00 am – 8:30 pm Saturday & Sunday: 7:30 am – 6:30 pm Outdoor Pool (October 1 - April 30) Monday – Thursday: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm Friday: 7:00 am – 5:30 pm Saturday & Sunday: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm

Engagement & Jewish Learning 303.316.6332 | engagement@jccdenver.org

Mizel Arts and Culture Center Box Office 303.316.6360 | boxoffice@jccdenver.org

Monday, Wednesday – Friday: 12:00 – 4:30 pm and one hour before any Mizel Arts and Culture Center at the JCC event.

Philanthropy

303.316.6382 | jphilanthropy@jccdenver.org

Rentals

303.316.6369 | rentals@jccdenver.org

Fitness

Fitness Desk: 303.316.6300 | fitness@jccdenver.org Membership: 303.316.6308 | membership@jccdenver.org

Monday – Thursday: 5:30 am – 9:00 pm Friday: 5:30 am – 7:00 pm Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Tennis Center

303.316.6380 | tennis@jccdenver.org

Monday – Thursday: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

*These hours are subject to change due to seasonality, special programs, and events.

ENGAGEMENT & JEWISH LEARNING CLASSES

PRENATAL

(EXPECTING CAREGIVERS)

BREASTFEEDING BASICS Program Category: Prenatal/Postnatal Date: Monday, December 1 Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Location: JCC Boardroom Instructor: Abby Malman Case, IBCLC Price: $36/couple

Breastfeeding education before baby arrives can help parents feel more confident when bringing baby home.

CAR SEAT SAFETY AND GEAR PLANNING Program Category: Prenatal/Postnatal Date: Monday, December 8 Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Location: JCC Boardroom Instructor: Sarah Prowak Price: $36/couple

Learn the fundamental principles of securing your precious cargo in a car seat and picking the right baby gear for your family needs. Explore the latest safety standards and guidelines to keep your child secure during every journey.

JEWISH BABY UNIVERSITY

Program Category: Prenatal/Postnatal Date: Mondays, Thursdays, Sundays, October 16 - November 10 Time: Varies Expected due date falls between: December 2025 - January 2026 Locations: JCC Denver and HCA HealthONE Rose Instructor: Rabbi Jeffrey Kaye & Susan Geissler In partnership with HCA HealthONE Rose Designed for expectant parents, this innovative program combines childbirth education with an exploration of the Jewish traditions and rituals connected with pregnancy, birth, and parenting. Co-facilitated by the JCC and HCA HealthONE Rose, JBU is a series of eight classes. The program also includes dinner with a Mohel to discuss baby naming and Brit Milah, Babysafe, and Journey to Parenthood.

LEGACY PLANNING FOR THE NEW PARENT Program Category: Prenatal/Postnatal Date: Thursday, December 4 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm Location: Zoom Instructor: Sarah Morris Price: $18/couple

This class covers the importance of estate planning, especially for parents, and includes topics such as the consequences of not having a plan, estate taxes, will-based vs. trust-based estate plans, choosing an attorney, and nominating guardians for children, including those conceived through assisted reproduction or with special needs.

INFANTS (0 - 6 MONTHS)

BABY CAFÉ AT JCC DENVER

Program Category: Prenatal/Postnatal Age: Parents with new babies Date: Wednesdays, September 3 – December 17 (13 classes, excludes: September 24, October 1, November 26) Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Location: Classroom Wolf Instructor: Facilitator and Certified IBCLC Price: FREE In partnership with the Michaud Family Baby Café at the JCC Denver is a welcoming, drop-in community where caregivers—whether nursing, bottle-feeding, or simply seeking connection—can receive professional lactation support and explore a wide range of early caregiving topics. In addition to fostering social connection, each session offers access to local specialists, practical resources like breastfeeding pillows, and ample time for Q&A on everything from nutrition and sleep routines to returning to work and finding work/life balance.

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BABIES

(6 - 18 MONTHS)

ARTISTIC BABES

Program Category: Arts and Ceramics Age: 6 - 18 months Date: Mondays, September 8 - November 10 (9 classes, excludes September 22) Time: 11:00 - 11:45 am Price: $225/session | JPerks Pass: $202/session Date: Wednesdays, September 10 - November 12 (8 classes, excludes September 24, October 1) Time: 11:00 - 11:45 am Price: $200/session | JPerks Pass: $180/session Date: Sundays, September 14 - November 9 (9 classes) Time: 11:00 - 11:45 am Price: $225/session | JPerks Pass: $202/session Location: Classroom 207 An art class for caregivers and their early movers! Explore the world of textures, colors, shapes, and self-expression in this sensory-driven, process-based art class.

MUSIC FOR BABIES WITH ALTITUNES Program Category: Music Age: 4 - 18 months Date: Thursdays, September 11 - November 13 (9 classes, excludes October 2) Time: 10:30 - 11:00 am Price: $153/session, JPerks Pass: $137/session Date: Sundays, September 14 - November 9 (9 classes) Time: 10:30 - 11:00 am Price: $153/session | JPerks Pass: $137/session Location: Classroom 203 Instructor: Altitunes Partner

It’s never too early to start bringing your child to a music class! Come and meet new families and nurture you and your baby’s natural music abilities in this fun class!

TODDLERS

(18 MONTHS - 3 YEARS)

ARTISTIC TOTS

Program Category: Arts and Ceramics Age: 18 months - 5 years, 11 months Date: Mondays, September 8 - November 10 (9 classes, excludes September 22) Time: 9:30 - 10:15 am Price: $225/session | JPerks Pass: $202/session Date: Wednesdays, September 10 - November 12 (8 classes, excludes September 24, October 1) Time: 9:30 - 10:15 am Price: $200/session | JPerks Pass: $180/session Date: Sundays, September 14 - November 9 (9 classes) Time: 9:30 - 10:15 am Price: $225/session | JPerks Pass: $202/session Location: Classroom 207 Join us as we explore the world of textures, colors, shapes, and self-expression in this child-centered, process-based art class for caregivers and their young children.

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BAKING FOR TODDLERS

Program Category: Cooking and Baking Age: 2 years - 3 years Date: Thursdays, September 11 – November 13 (9 classes, excludes October 2) Time: 4:30 - 5:00 pm Location: Perlmutter Room/JCC Kitchen Instructor: Luisa Hagemeir Price: $180/session | JPerks Pass: $162/session Baking is fun, delicious, and sometimes a little messy and kids love to do it! This series will introduce little bakers to the basic equipment and basic skills used in baking.

DANCE TODDLERS

Program Category: Movement Age: 2 years - 3 years Date: Mondays, September 8 - November 10 (9 classes, excludes September 22) Time: 4:15 - 4:45 pm Location: Classroom 203 Price: $180/session | JPerks Pass: $162/session This beginner dance class introduces young dancers to the art of movement and focuses on pre-ballet & creative movement through storytelling, music and games. Ballet shoes and tap shoes are recommended.

MIXED AGE MUSIC WITH ALTITUNES

Program Category: Music Age: 12 months - 5 years Date: Wednesdays, September 10 - November 12 (8 classes, excludes September 24, October 1) Time: 4:15 - 5:00 pm Location: Classroom 203 Instructor: Altitunes Partner Price: $152/session | JPerks Pass: $136/session This mixed-age class invites children and babies to explore singing, dancing, and instruments with caregiver support.

MUSIC FOR TODDLERS WITH ALTITUNES

Program Category: Music Age: 18 months - 3 years, 11 months Date: Thursdays, September 11 - November 13 (9 classes, excludes October 2) Time: 9:30 - 10:15 am Price: $171/session | JPerks Pass $153/session Date: Sundays, September 14 - November 9 (9 classes) Time: 9:30 - 10:15 am Price: $171/session | JPerks Pass: $153/session Location: Classroom 203 Instructor: Altitunes Partner This class for early toddlers and new walkers promotes musical, creative, and physical growth through singing, dancing, and instrument play with caregivers.

PRACTICE PRESCHOOL

Program Category: Practice Preschool Age: 2 years - 3 years Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 9 – December 11 (22 classes, excludes September 23, October 2, November 25, 27) Time: 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Classroom Loup Price: $905 | JPerks Pass: $815 This program offers a first classroom experience, easing the transition to preschool by fostering gradual separation, social skills, and independence.

SOCCER SHOTS MINI (PARENT/TOT) Program Category: Movement Age: 2 – 3 years Date: Sundays, September 14 - November 9 (9 classes) Time: 9:00 - 9:30 am Price: $198/session | JPerks Pass: $178/session Age: 2 – 3 years Date: Sundays, September 14 - November 9 (9 classes) Time: 9:40 - 10:10 am Price: $198/session | JPerks Pass: $178/session Age: 2 years 6 months – 3 years 6 months Date: Sundays, September 14 - November 9 (9 classes) Time: 10:20 - 10:50 am Price: $198/session | JPerks Pass: $178/session Location: Robinson Park Instructor: Soccer Shots Partner

This high-energy program teaches soccer basics through fun games, songs, and encouragement, inspiring a love for the sport and staying active.

The Lexi Mossman Hammerman L’Dor V’Dor Fund aims to support and nurture a comprehensive journey, from prenatal care through the crucial early years up to age 3, in order to foster a robust foundation for a strong Jewish connection within the community.

The Baby Pantry is open for donations and pickups. Scan the QR code for our current drop-in hours. Please complete the Baby Pantry form to submit interest in donating, volunteering, or shopping for needs. Someone will be in touch with you shortly thereafter.

jccdenver.org/baby-pantry

PRESCHOOLERS (3 - 5 YEARS)

BAKING PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT

Program Category: Cooking and Baking Age: 3 - 5 years Date: Thursdays, September 11 - November 13 (9 classes, excludes October 2) Time: 3:20 - 4:05 pm Location: Perlmutter Room/JCC Kitchen Price: $216 | JPerks Pass: $194 Baking is fun, delicious, and sometimes a little messy and kids love to do it. This series will introduce little bakers to the basic equipment and basic skills used in baking, all the while sending students home with delicious and beautiful creations for their families to enjoy!

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DANCE PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT (PRE BALLET & TAP)

Program Category: Movement Age: 3 - 5 years Date: Mondays, September 8 - November 10 (9 classes, excludes September 22) Time: 3:20 - 4:05 pm Price: $216/session | JPerks Pass: $194/session Date: Thursdays, September 11 - November 13 (9 classes, excludes October 2) Time: 3:20 - 4:05 pm Price: $216/session | JPerks Pass: $194/session Location: Classroom 203 Miss Rachael’s Dance offers this structured dance class that introduces ballet and tap basics in a positive environment with music, props and creative movement. Young dancers learn how to follow directions, share and take turns while building their foundation and love for dance, movement and creativity.

MUSIC PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT

Program Category: Music Age: 3 - 5 years Date: Wednesdays, September 10 - November 12 (8 classes, excludes September 24, October 1) Time: 3:20 - 4:05 pm Location: Classroom 203 Instructor: Altitunes Partner Price: $192 | JPerks Pass: $172 In this class we will explore instruments, sing, move to music, use our imaginations, exercise our creativity, and begin to develop the foundational skills needed for instrument skills. Come explore music with us!

SOCCER SHOTS CLASSIC

Program Category: Movement, Dance, & Sports Age: 3 years 6 months – 4 years 6 months Date: Sundays, September 14 - November 9 (9 classes) Time: 11:00 - 11:45 am Location: Robinson Park Instructor: Soccer Shots Partner Price: $216 | JPerks Pass $194

YOUTH

(GRADES: PRE-K - 5)

DANCE BALLET AND TAP

Program Category: Movement, Dance, & Sports Age: 5 - 7 years Date: Mondays, September 8 - November 10 (9 classes, excludes September 22) Time: 5:00 - 5:45 pm Location: Classroom 203 Price: $216/session | JPerks Pass: $194 Miss Rachael’s Dance offers a structured class introducing ballet and tap basics in a positive environment with music, props, and creative movement. Young dancers learn how to follow directions, share and take turns while building their foundation for dance, movement, and creativity.

TEENS JCC MACCABI GAMES 2026 KICK-OFF MEETING

Program Category: Movement, Dance, & Sports Age: 12 - 17 years and parents Date: Tuesday, October 21 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Location: JCC Denver Boardroom Price: FREE The JCC Maccabi Games are Olympic-style competitions for the Jewish Teens ages 13 - 17. Come learn about what’s in store for the 2026 games including location, sports available, and more!

MOVING TRADITIONS: ROSH CHODESH FOR GIRLS

Program Category: Jewish Life Age: Grades 9 – 12 Date: Sundays, September 21, 2025 – May 17, 2026 (9 monthly meet ups) Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm Location: Wolf Room Instructor: Maggie Sapinsley Price: Sliding Scale: $200 | $250 | $300

This high energy program teaches soccer basics through fun games, songs, and encouragement, inspiring a love for the sport and staying active.

A transformative teen group for Jewish girls to explore who they are through Jewish and gender lenses, together with a trained mentor using a dynamic curriculum.

TENNIS PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT

MOVING TRADITIONS: TZELEM ALIZ FOR LGBTQIA+ HIGH SCHOOL TEENS

Program Category: Movement, Dance, & Sports Age: 3 - 5 years Date: Tuesdays, September 9 - November 11 (9 classes, excludes September 23) Time: 3:20 - 4:05 pm Location: Tennis Courts Price: $216/session | JPerks Pass: $194/session Your child will engage in a fun tennis group lesson focused on learning the basics of the sport. Small rackets, nets and balls are used to keep this activity age appropriate. For 4-5 year olds only. This class is held in the Social Hall. If the children show the skills required we will host some excursions to the tennis courts on the last class.

Program Category: Jewish Life Age: Grades 9 – 12 Date: Sundays, September 21, 2025 - May 17, 2026 (9 monthly meet ups) Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm Location: Wolf Room Instructor: Ev Evnen Price: Sliding Scale: $250 | $300 | $400

High school can be exciting yet challenging. To help teens navigate today’s complex world, JCC Denver is partnering with Moving Traditions to host monthly groups for Jewish teens (grades 9–12). In a safe space, they’ll explore life’s challenges and joys with guidance from trained mentors, drawing on social-emotional learning, teen culture, and Jewish values.

This Tzelem group will gather monthly on Sundays and once per semester both Tzelem groups will come together for Shabbat.

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MOVING TRADITIONS: TZELEM FOR TRANS AND NON-BINARY MIDDLE SCHOOL TEENS

Program Category: Jewish Life Age: Grades 7 – 8 Date: Sundays, September 21, 2025 - May 17, 2026 (9 monthly meet ups) Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm Location: Teen Lounge Instructor: Ev Evnen Price: Sliding Scale: $250 | $300 | $400 Middle School can be an exciting and challenging time. Teens today are confronted with an increasingly complicated world. The JCC Denver is excited to introduce a partnership with Moving Traditions to offer monthly teen groups - to help teens deal with stress and build resilience. Each month, a group of Jewish Teens in grades 6-8 will gather in a safe space to explore the challenges and joys of teens’ lives. The groups will be led and guided by trained group mentors to draw on social and emotional learning, teen culture, and Jewish wisdom and values.

This Tzelem group will gather monthly on Sundays and once per semester both Tzelem groups will come together for Shabbat.

YOUNG ADULT YOUNG ADULT BINGO NIGHT

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: 21+ Date: Sundays, September 21, October 19, November 16 Time: 6:30 pm Location: Turn of the Century Bingo Price: $8 Grab your friends and get ready for your future as a bingo-playingbubbe – it’s bingo night! Join a group of JCC young adults as we venture to Turn of the Century Bingo once a month on Sunday nights.

For just $8 at the door, you’ll receive entrance and bingo cards. We will meet at the bingo hall and sit together. Prizes are available for the winner/s of each round!

MAHJONG PRIVATE PARTIES

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: 18+ Date: Check for availability online on SmartRec by visiting jccdenver.org/programs Price: $280/4 players | $480/8 players Host a fun and relaxed private Mahjong lesson in your own home with the JCC Denver—just gather your friends and snacks, and we’ll bring the tiles, tables, and expert instruction. Over four hours, our instructor will teach you everything you need to start playing with confidence, including game rules, printed guides, and full equipment setup. Homes within 15 miles of JCC Denver are included in the base price; additional travel fees apply for farther distances, and Mahjong cards are available for purchase separately, $14 (regular print) or $15 (large print) through the National Mahjong League.

YOUNG ADULT MAHJ PLAY AT THE J

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: 18+ Date: Sundays, September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14 Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm Location: Wolf Room/Sukkah Price: Free to Public The JCC is happy to offer recreational space for new and existing Mahjong players. Bring your own sets and we’ll provide the space and tables! If you plan on attending, please register ahead of time. We hope you enjoy growing your mahjong community and connecting with other players!

SHALOM CLUB (50+) PROGRAMMING COMMITTEE Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Adults (50+) Date: As determined by committee each month Time: 3:30 - 4:30 pm Location: Board Room Price: FREE

Are you a leader looking to make a positive impact in adult and older adult programming at the JCC? This committee will meet monthly with a JCC program manager to help develop programming, set creative goals, and enhance a sense of community amongst peers.

MAHJ PLAY AT THE J

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Shalom Club (50+) and Older Adults (65+) Date: Tuesdays, September 9, 16, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 18, December 2, 9, 16 Time: 12:30 - 4:30 pm Location: Wolf Room Price: FREE The JCC is happy to offer recreational space for Mahjong players who have already taken the Beginners class or are experienced players.

Bring your own sets and we’ll provide the space and tables! If you plan on attending, please register using this form. You will receive one email at the start of the session with the dates for the session, so please mark your calendars now! We hope you enjoy growing your Mahjong community and connecting with other players.

SHABBAT SHALOM CLUB (50+) IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ONETABLE TOGETHER Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Shalom Club (50+) Date: Friday, September 12 and Monthly (schedule to be determined by cohort) Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: JCC Denver Backyard Price: $52/person

Welcome to the Shabbat Shalom Club (50+) in partnership with OneTable Together. This group is modeled after “chavurah” style groups (small intentional Jewish communities) to create warm, welcoming cohorts of individuals (aged 50+) who gather monthly to celebrate Shabbat, build community, and deepen relationships. Have you always wanted friends with which to celebrate Shabbat rituals? Or perhaps you want to be a part of a chavurah but don’t belong to a synagogue? Apply now and form lasting connections.

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SHALOM CLUB (50+) SCHMOOZE Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Adults (50+) Date: Wednesday, September 17 Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm Location: Sienna Wine Bar on 12th Ave Date: Wednesday, October 15 Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm Location: Sexy Pizza on Pearl Street Date: Wednesday, November 12 Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm Location: Postino on Broadway Street Date: Wednesday, December 10 Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm Location: East Side Kosher Deli Price: FREE to Public

Do you find it difficult to meet others who are 50+ in Denver? We want you at the Shalom Club (50+) Schmooze! This social group meets monthly to unwind, share stories, and laugh. There is no agenda – just great people, interesting chats, and a comfortable atmosphere at rotating bars and restaurants around the city. Come solo or bring a friend. Sign up beforehand so we know how many tables to reserve!

SHALOM CLUB (50+) MONTHLY MEET-UP Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Adults (50+) Event: The Spice Detective Neustadt JAAMM Event Date: Thursday, September 18 Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM Location: Phillips Social Hall Event: Exercise dance class with Tiffany Hall Date: Sunday, October 19 Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM Location: JCC Fitness Center Event: Ceramics One-Timers Class Date: Sunday, November 2 Time: 5:00 – 6:30 pm Location: JCC Denver Ceramics Studio Price: Varies

Join us for our Monthly Meet-Up, designed specifically for individuals aged 50 and above! This program provides the opportunity to connect and engage with people that are looking to build their Jewish community. Each month, we feature a variety of activities, such as game nights, fitness classes, or a movie and schmooze. Check the schedule below for updates on the Monthly Meet-Up activities!

OLDER ADULTS CURRENT EVENTS & SHMOOZE

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Older Adults (65+) Date: September 12 – December 19 (excludes November 28) Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Location: Mizel Reception Room Price: FREE Led by community members, Current Events & Shmooze is a weekly, informal gathering where folks gather to engage in relevant, timely discussions on books, politics, climate change, music, and so much more.

All political backgrounds are welcome. Come join us and schmooze with folks during and after. Coffee included! When we have a presenter, the gathering shifts to a presentation, with a talk-back to follow.

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JFS COMMUNITY TABLE LUNCH PROGRAM Program Category: Social Services Age: Older Adults (65+) Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays September 8 – December 19 (excludes October 2, 7, 8, 14, 15, November 15, 27, 28, December 25) Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Location: Perlmutter Room Price: $2.50

Meet interesting people, laugh, and enjoy a hot kosher-style lunch at the JCC Denver. The JFS Community Table lunch program is free to participants over 60 with a $2.50 suggested donation. The menu changes daily, and all faiths are welcome to join. New participants are encouraged to stop by, too, and create connections over lunch!

KAVOD ON THE ROAD

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Older Adults (65+) Date: September 17, November 19 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm Location: Mizel Reception Room Price: $5 Join the JCC in partnership with Kavod on the Road for monthly Arts and Culture programs!

OLDER ADULT SUKKOT LUNCHEON Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Older Adults (65+) Date: October 10 Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Location: Sukkah (Weather permitting) Price: FREE

Gather with your friends to celebrate Sukkot at the JCC Denver! This luncheon will be filled with food, tradition, and camaraderie. Together, let us embrace the beauty and blessings of the holiday as we enjoy the harvest festival.

MAHJONG - BEGINNING

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: 18+, Shalom Club (50+), and Older Adults (65+) Date: Thursdays, September 11 – November 6 (8 sessions, excludes October 2) Time: 5:45 - 8:45 pm Date: Tuesdays, September 9 – November 4 (8 sessions, excludes September 23) Time: 12:30 - 3:30 pm Location: Mizel Reception Room Instructors: Ellen Kline, Erica Gray, and Sharon Newman Price: Sliding Scale Have you been curious about learning how to play Mahjong, or interested in brushing up on your skills? Here’s your chance to see what the appeal is and has been for so many generations. This multi-week course will start you from the beginning. You’ll learn to recognize the tiles and know their names, learn how the passing proceeds, and how to read the card. You’ll learn how to select a hand, develop offensive and defensive strategies and have lots of practice time to get up to speed. This class will prepare you for joyful playing for years to come. Ages 18 and up welcome. Class size is limited to 10 players at a time to ensure adequate attention to each student.

MAHJONG - INTERMEDIATE

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: 18+, Shalom Club (50+) and Older Adults (65+) Date: Mondays, December 1 – December 15 (3 classes) Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Mizel Reception Room Date: Wednesdays, December 3 – December 17 (3 classes) Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Location: Wolf Room Instructors: Ellen Kline, and Erica Gray Price: Sliding Scale You’ve learned the basic mahjong skills and are ready to take it to the next level. Join us at the JCC for a 3-week course where you will brush up on your beginner skills and continue to build on them by developing offensive and defensive strategies. This class is for the player who has already taken the Beginning Mahjong class, or for the player who has learned mahjong but would like to improve with supervised assistance.

Class size is limited to 10 players.

SENIOR BOOK CLUB

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Shalom Club (50+) and Older Adults (65+) Date: Monthly Thursdays Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Location: Wolf Room Instructor: Pam Fox Price: FREE Are you an avid reader? Join the JCC Senior Book Club, a group that reads a selected novel and meets once a month to analyze, debate, and draw connections about the book. Post-discussion, meet with the author of the novel via Zoom to get the answers to your questions. We look forward to discussing literature with you!

MONTHLY BINGO

Program Category: Schmooze & Games Age: Shalom Club (50+) and Older Adults (65+) Date: Thursdays, September 25, October 16, November 13, December 11 Time: 12:30 - 2:00 pm Location: Mizel Reception Room Instructor: Megan McQueen Price: FREE Calling all seniors! Join us each month for a lively game of Bingo at the JCC Denver. We’ll provide the room, the prizes, and the fun — all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and desire for community. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the game, everyone is welcome.

ADULT FINE ARTS INTERACTIVE ARTISTS GROUP ADVANCED SKILLS

PAINTING

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Mondays, October 6 – December 15 (10 classes, excludes November 24) Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Instructor: Toby Meyer Price: $259 | J Perks Pass: $233 Date: Tuesdays, October 7 – December 16 (9 classes, excludes October 14) Time: 6:30 - 9:00 pm Instructor: Toby Meyer Price: $233 | J Perks Pass: $210 Date: Mondays, October 6 – November 10 (6 classes) Time: 6:45 - 8:45 pm Instructor: Taylor Jones Price: $156 | J Perks Pass: $140 Location: Room 208 Learn to develop paintings using a wide variety of ideas and techniques.

In an enriching and creative environment explore design, color, composition and spontaneity. Individual instruction is offered for all skill levels, with a supply list provided on the first day.

STAINED GLASS: BEGINNERS

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Thursdays, September 18 – October 23 (5 classes, excludes October 2) Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location: Room 208 Instructor: Jessica Diaz Price: $300 | J Perks Pass: $270 This beginner-friendly stained glass class covers the full process, including cutting, grinding, copper foiling, soldering, and applying patina. Each session includes instructor-led demonstrations followed by hands-on practice and guidance. Over the five-week course, students will complete multiple projects to build and refine their skills, with all materials and tools provided.

STAINED GLASS: MIXED LEVELS

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Thursdays, November 6 – December 11 (5 classes, excludes November 27) Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location: Room 208 Instructor: Jessica Diaz Price: $300 | J Perks Pass: $270 Designed for students with basic stained-glass experience, this mixedlevel class offers a balance of independence and instructor support.

Participants will focus on individual projects while receiving guidance and learning new techniques to enhance their skills. Tools and materials are provided, making it an ideal space for continued practice and creative growth.

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Tuesdays, October 7 – December 16 (10 classes, excludes November 25) Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: Room 201 Instructor: Boris Shoshensky Price: $475 | J Perks Pass: $427 A space to create art for the established artist. Work independently or with the support of an instructor. Approval required to join this class.

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WATERCOLOR

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Mondays, October 6 – December 15 (10 classes, excludes November 24) Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Location: Room 208 Instructor: Toby Meyer Price: $259 | J Perks Pass: $233 Explore the magic of watercolor and learn new ways to use design, pattern, shape, color and composition. Learn to develop your own imagination and ideas into your personal creative expression in an encouraging atmosphere. Individual and group guidance is offered to both beginning and experienced students.

CERAMICS CLAY KIDS WHEEL

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 7 years - 11 years Date: Sundays, October 5 – October 26 (4 Classes) Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Instructor: Jackie Newman Price: $160/session | J Perks Pass: $144/session Date: Sundays, November 9 – December 7 (4 Classes, excludes November 30) Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Instructor: Phoebe Walter Price: $160/session | J Perks Pass: $144/session Location: Ceramics Studio In this ceramics class, your child will learn the basics of working on a pottery wheel. With hands-on guidance from our experienced instructor, kids will create their very own bowls, cups, and vessels on the pottery wheel.

CLAY TEENS WHEEL

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 12 years+ Date: Sundays, October 5 – October 26 (4 classes) Time: 12:00 - 2:00 pm Instructor: Phoebe Walter Price: $160/session | J Perks Pass: $144/session Date: Sundays, November 9 – December 7 (4 classes, excludes November 30) Time: 12:00 - 2:00 pm Instructor: TBD Price: $160/session | J Perks Pass: $144/session Location: Ceramics Studio In this ceramics class, your teen will learn the basics of working on a pottery wheel. With hands-on guidance from our experienced instructor, students will create their very own bowls, cups, and creative vessels on the pottery wheel.

ONE TIMERS WHEEL CLASS

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Sunday, September 28; Friday, October 17; Friday, November 21; Friday, December 19 Time: Sunday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm, Fridays, 5:30 - 7:00 pm Location: Ceramics Studio Instructor: TBD Price: Sliding Scale $36 | $54 | $77 Come and enjoy a fun evening learning how to throw on the wheel!

This class is designed for those who want to get creative in a fun and laid-back atmosphere.

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INTRODUCTION TO WHEEL AND HANDBUILDING

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Mondays, September 8 – October 27 (7 classes, excludes September 22) Time: 5:45 - 8:45 pm Instructor: Kayle Lamar Price: $385/session | J Perks Pass: $347/session Date: Tuesdays, November 4 – December 16 (6 classes, excludes November 25) Time: 5:45 - 8:45 pm Instructor: Sandy Oster Price: $330/session | J Perks Pass: $297/session Location: Ceramics Studio This course introduces the fundamentals of ceramics through handson, assignment-based learning. Students will begin with handbuilding techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab construction, then transition to wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing. Each session builds essential skills for creating with clay.

BEGINNERS WHEELTHROWING

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Tuesdays, September 9 – October 28 (7 classes, excludes September 23) Time: 5:45 - 8:45 pm Instructor: Sandy Oster Price: $385/session | J Perks Pass Pricing: $347/session Date: Thursdays, September 11 – October 30 (7 classes, excludes October 2) Time: 5:45 - 8:45 pm Instructor: Charles Jones Price: $385/session | J Perks Pass Pricing: $347/session Date: Mondays, November 3 – December 15 (6 classes, excludes November 24) Time: 5:45 - 8:45 pm Instructor: Kayle Lamar Price: $330/session | J Perks Pass Pricing: $297/session Date: Thursdays, November 6 – December 18 (6 classes, excludes November 27) Time: 5:45 - 8:45 pm Instructor: Charles Jones Price: $330/session | J Perks Pass Pricing: $297/session Location: Ceramics Studio This class is designed for beginners and for those who want to improve their basic throwing skills. Come get your hands dirty in this fun and thorough introduction to throwing clay on the wheel! This class will provide hands-on instruction covering the fundamentals of wedging clay, centering, opening, pulling up, and shaping your pots.

MIXED LEVEL

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Wednesdays, September 10 – October 29 (6 classes) Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Price: $330/session | J Perks Pass: $297/session Date: Wednesdays, September 10 – October 29 (6 classes) Time: 5:45 - 8:45 pm Price: $330/session | J Perks Pass: $297/session Date: Wednesdays, November 5 - December 17 (6 classes) Time: 10:00 - 1:00 pm Price: $330/session | J Perks Pass: $297/session Date: Wednesdays, November 5 - December 17 (6 classes) Time: 5:45 - 8:45 pm Price: $330/session | J Perks Pass: $297/session Location: Ceramics Studio Instructor: Ari Shahbazi Designed for students with prior ceramics experience, this Mixed Levels class offers a balance of structure and creative freedom. Participants explore both wheel and handbuilding techniques while working on self-directed projects. Instructors provide personalized support to help develop and refine each student’s work.

MIXED LEVEL HANDBUILDING

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Tuesdays, September 9 – October 28 (7 classes, excludes September 23) Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Location: Ceramics Studio Instructor: Kayle Lamar Price: $385/session | J Perks Pass: $347/session This Mixed Levels Handbuilding class is open to students with some prior ceramics experience who want to deepen their skills. Through a combination of guided projects and open-ended exploration, students will work with slab, coil, and sculptural techniques. Instructors offer individualized support to help refine form and surface design.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED HANDBUILDING

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Tuesdays, November 4 - December 16 (6 classes, excludes November 25) Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Location: Ceramics Studio Instructor: Kayle Lamar Price: $330/session | J Perks Pass Pricing: $297/session This course is designed for students who have prior ceramics experience or have received departmental approval. Emphasizing advanced handbuilding techniques, this class offers a flexible structure that supports independent project development. The instructor provides guidance to help refine skills and enhance each student’s work.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED WHEEL & HANDBUILDING

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Fridays, September 12 – October 31 (8 classes) Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Price: $440/session | J Perks Pass: $396/session Date: Fridays, November 7 - December 19 (6 classes, excludes November 28) Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Price: $330/session | J Perks Pass: $296/session Location: Ceramics Studio Instructor: Charles Jones This intermediate and advanced course is for students with prior ceramics experience or departmental approval. It offers a flexible structure for exploring advanced wheel and handbuilding techniques through self-directed projects. The instructor provides individualized guidance to support skill development and artistic growth.

JEWISH BAKING CHOCOLATE DIPPING

Program Category: Cooking & Baking Age: 4 years + (This is a caregiver and me class) Date: Sunday, September 7 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 pm Location: Perlmutter Room Instructor: Luisa Hagemeier Price: $30 Join us for a sweet and messy playdate designed just for you and your little one! Together, you’ll dip fruit, pretzels, and marshmallows into rich, melty chocolate—perfect for tiny hands and big smiles.

Don’t forget a smock, and leave the cleanup to us!

APPLE PIE-LETTES

Program Category: Cooking & Baking Age: 6 years – 10 years Date: Sunday, September 21 Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Location: JCC Denver Kitchen Instructor: Luisa Hagemeier Price: $42 In this class, your child will learn how to make delicious rosette apple pie-lettes just in time for Rosh Hashanah! As they mix, roll, and fill their creations, they’ll also learn about the sweet traditions of the New Year. This fun and festive class is perfect for young bakers and includes all materials.

BABKA

Program Category: Cooking & Baking Age: 18+ Date: Sunday, October 16 Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Location: JCC Denver Kitchen Instructor: Luisa Hagemeier Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $36 | Tier 2: $54 | Tier 3: $77 Nothing conjures up the Old Country like babka. Strands of sweet, eggy, buttery dough are stuffed, traditionally, with chocolate or cinnamon and then twisted together to make the classic swirl. Stuff your babka with these traditional fillings, or perhaps make modern twists with cheese filling or s’mores! You will create babka from beginning to end and bring home a loaf to bake at home.

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SUNDAY BRUNCH SERIES: ASHKENAZI-STYLE

CLAY KIDS: CREATE YOUR OWN APPLES AND HONEY SET FOR ROSH HASHANAH

Learn to create a delicious Ashkenazi-style brunch from scratch, including bagels with toppings, homemade cream cheese, cucumber salad, and rugelach. This hands-on class requires just a few ingredients and a lot of fun. Bring your appetite and maybe a few friends to help enjoy your homemade feast!

Join ceramic artist Kayle Lamar for a fun, hands-on workshop where kids ages 7–11 will create their own apples and honey set for Rosh Hashanah using handbuilding techniques. This is a great opportunity to celebrate the new year with something sweet and handmade. An adult class runs at the same time for parents who want to join in on the clay fun, too!

PIES

PAINTING: 2025 - 2026 JEWISH CALENDAR

Who doesn’t love pie? We will make three different kinds, in three different forms: traditional, double-crusted apple pie, graham cracker crust pumpkin cheesecake, and rustic berry galette! If you can resist eating them right away, each one freezes beautifully, perfect for sharing (or saving for later)!

Join artist and calligrapher Annie Aqua for a creative calendarmaking workshop ahead of the Jewish new year! Explore watercolor techniques and meaningful Jewish symbols as you personalize a pre-printed desk calendar featuring lunar dates and Jewish holidays.

Choose to paint within Annie’s simple templates or design each month your own way, perfect for home or office use.

Program Category: Cooking & Baking Age: 18+ Date: Sunday, October 26 Time: 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: JCC Denver Kitchen Instructor: Luisa Hagemeier Price: $54

Program Category: Cooking & Baking Age: 18+ Date: Thursday, November 20 Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Location: JCC Denver Kitchen Instructor: Luisa Hagemeier Price: $77

SUFGANIYOT

Program Category: Cooking & Baking Age: 18+ Date: Thursday, December 11 Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Location: JCC Denver Kitchen Instructor: Luisa Hagemeier Price: $54 Let’s get ready for Hanukkah with a hands-on sufganiyot baking class!

Learn how to make these delicious Israeli jelly doughnuts from scratch, just in time for the holiday. We’ll explore both traditional and creative fillings like strawberry jam, dulce de leche, pistachio cream, and lemon curd, while frying up festive treats to enjoy and share.

JUDAIC ART CERAMICS: APPLES AND HONEY SET

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 7 years - 11 years Date: Sunday, September 7 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Room 201 Instructor: Kayle Lamar Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $36 | Tier 2: $54 | Tier 3: $77

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Sunday, September 14 Time: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm Location: Room 201 Instructor: Annie Aqua Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $36 | Tier 2: $54 | Tier 3: $77

CLAY KIDS: SHABBAT CANDLESTICKS Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 4 years+ Date: Friday, October 17 Time: 12:30 - 3:00 pm Location: Room 201 and JCC Backyard Instructor: Melissa Felderman of Feldi Studios Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $36 | Tier 2: $54 | Tier 3: $77

Sign up for your child to join local ceramic artist Melissa Felderman of Feldi Studios after ELS early release for a hands-on workshop where we will create unique Shabbat Candlesticks and candles. Your child will get to explore the art of Judaica in a relaxed and welcoming setting and create shabbat candlesticks of their own creation.

CLAY KIDS: PAINT YOUR OWN HANNUKIAH

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Sunday, September 7 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Ceramics Studio Instructor: Melissa Felderman of Feldi Studios Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $36 | Tier 2: $54 | Tier 3: $77

Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 7 years - 11 years Date: Sunday, October 19 Time: 2:00 - 4:00 pm Location: Ceramics Studio Instructor: Kayle Lamar Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $36 | Tier 2: $54 | Tier 3: $77

Join local ceramic artist Melissa Felderman of Feldi Studios for a hands-on workshop to create your own Rosh Hashanah apples and honey ceramic set. This one-session class is great for a range of skill levels, though some clay experience is recommended. A concurrent children’s class (ages 7–11) is available for those who’d like to drop off their child while they participate.

Get ready for Hanukkah with a fun and creative kids’ class where each child will paint their own ceramic Hanukkiah. Using vibrant glazes, participants will personalize pre-made menorahs to make a one-of-a-kind holiday keepsake. Finished pieces will be kiln-fired and ready to light for the Festival of Lights!

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PAINTING: THE ART OF THE HAMSA JEWISH SYMBOLISM AND CREATIVE PRACTICE Program Category: Arts & Ceramics Age: 18+ Date: Sunday, November 16 Time: 10:00 am Location: Room 201 Instructor: Penny Nisson Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $36 | Tier 2: $54 | Tier 3: $77

Paint your own Hamsa in this adult mixed media art workshop, inspired by the universal symbol of protection, power, and strength.

Guided by an experienced artist, you will incorporate meaningful imagery into your design using templates, paints, and a variety of art materials. Each participant will complete a personalized 8x10 canvas to reflect their unique story and style.

LGBTQIA+ LGBTQIA+ SUKKOT SHABBAT

Program Category: LGBTQIA+ Age: All Date: Friday, October 10 Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Location: JCC Sukkah Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $18 | Tier 2: $25 | Tier 3: $36

JEWISH LEARNING LEARN YIDDISH

Program Category: Jewish Learning Age: 18+ Date: October 14 – November 25 Time: 7:00 - 8:15 pm Location: Wolf Room Instructor: Daniel Eisenberg Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $200 | Tier 2: $250 | Tier 3: $300 Come take part in this 6-week course to learn delightful Yiddish expressions, songs and poetry to create a stronger connection with this language and its rich culture.

JEWISH DELI BIKE TOUR: EAST SIDE CLASSIC TOUR AND MISHPOCHEH FAMILY TOUR Event Category: Special Event Age: All Date: Sunday, September 7 (Registration opens August 7 @ 6:00 pm) Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Location: Starting at JCC Denver Instructor: Bike Street Denver Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $30 | Tier 2: $36 | Tier 3: $42

Celebrate Sukkot, the Fall harvest holiday, with the LGBTQIA+ community! This Shabbat will include a Kabbalat Shabbat service and a shabbat meal under the JCC Denver’s Sukkah.

The JCC Denver’s annual Jewish Deli Bike Tour is as beloved as your Bubbie’s matzo ball soup, with two East Side tours offered concurrently: The Full Tour: a 15-mile excursion with 5 – 6 stops, making its last stop at roughly 2:30 pm, to arrive back at the JCC around 3:30 pm.

Mishpocheh Family Tour: This 4-5 mile round trip option contains 2 – 3 stops and will wrap up at roughly 11:00 am.

LGBTQIA+ HANUKKAH PARTY: JOSEPH’S “TECHNO” COLORED DREAMCOAT

JEWISH DELI BIKE TOUR: THE WEST SIDE BAGEL

Program Category: LGBTQIA+ Age: 21+ Date: Thursday, December 11 Time: 7:00 - 9:30 pm Location: TBD Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $TBD | Tier 2: $TBD | Tier 3: $TBD

Join the Ahava Collective for our annual LGBTQIA+ Hanukkah party.

There is always an theme, and this year is no exception! Check our website as the event gets closer for more details.

Event Category: Special Event Age: 21+ Date: Sunday, October 5 (Registration opens August 7 @ 6:00 pm) Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: Denver West Side. Starting location TBD. Instructor: Bike Street Denver Price: Sliding Scale. Tier 1: $30 | Tier 2: $36 | Tier 3: $42 Not only does Denver’s West Side have historical century plus old Jewish roots, the West Side is also home to some new and hot out of the oven bagel bakeries! Join us as we schmooze, schlep, nosh, and maybe kvetch a little as we bike our way through the West Side’s best new bagels.

SHALOM AT HOME: AN OCTOBER 7 COMMEMORATION Event Category: Special Event Age: All Date: Tuesday, October 7 Time: 4:30 - 6:00 pm Location: Phillips Social Hall Price: Free Event description coming soon!

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jewish arts | authors | Movies | Music

Bookstore

Art Show

SEPTEMBER 2 - 27

SEPTEMBER 2 - 27

Spice Detective

Journey to the World of Middle Eastern Spices Author & Chef with an Interactive Demo

Maccabeats Musical Group

SEPTEMBER 11

SEPTEMBER 18

Jill Sobule Celebration

Jerry’s Girls

Musical Revue by Veritas

Jillith Fair

SEPTEMBER 25 - 27, THRU OCTOBER 12

SEPTEMBER 21

Gary Gulman: Grandiloquent One-Man Show

SEPTEMBER 26 - 27

TICKETS jccdenver.org/jaamm

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MIZEL ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER NEUSTADT JAAMM FESTIVAL

JEWISH ARTS | AUTHORS | MOVIES | MUSIC

The Neustadt JAAMM Festival is a vibrant celebration of culture and creativity through a Jewish lens that brings our community together through stories, song, laughter, and art. This season’s festival lineup honors tradition, tells stories, sparks dialogue, incites wonder and laughter, and offers something meaningful for people of all ages, faiths, interests and backgrounds.

NEUSTADT JAAMM PRESENTS

OPENING NIGHT WITH THE MACCABEATS! Age: All Date: Thursday, September 11 Time: 7:00 pm Location: Elaine Wolf Theatre Price: Sliding Scale $35 | $45 | $55

The Mizel Arts and Culture Center are so excited to welcome The Maccabeats to open the festival! The Maccabeats are a 7-member American Orthodox Jewish all-male a cappella group that specializes in covers and parodies of contemporary hits using Jewish-themed lyrics.

The show will start with a local acapella opener! Get ready for a night full of awesome music and fun!

NEUSTADT JAAMM PRESENTS

THE SPICE DETECTIVE: JOURNEY TO THE WORLD OF MIDDLE EASTERN SPICES Age: 13+ Date: Thursday, September 18 Time: 7:00 pm Location: Phillips Social Hall Price: Sliding Scale $18 | $25 | $36 Reserved half-tables (4 tickets): $122 Reserved full-table (8 tickets): $244

Join the award winning Yaniv Cohen, better known as The Spice Detective, as he teaches how to use spices and what spices to use.

The night will be hands on and you will leave with your very own spice mix. Individual tickets as well as whole tables for sale. Following the demonstration, there will be a Q&A and a cookbook signing.

NEUSTADT JAAMM PRESENTS

NEUSTADT JAAMM BOOKSTORE Age: All Date: September 2 - 30 Location: JCC Lobby Price: Free to Public

This temporary bookstore will be held in the JCC Denver’s lobby celebrating the best of Jewish authors and subject matter. In collaboration with a local bookstore and the Jewish Book Council, books of many genres from Jewish authors or Jewish themes will be available.

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NEUSTADT JAAMM PRESENTS

NEUSTADT JAAMM PRESENTS

A CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR JILL SOBULE

PRODUCED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH VERITAS PRODUCTIONS AND THE MIZEL ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER

JILLITH FAIR

Age: 13+ Date: Sunday, September 21 Time: 6:00 pm Location: JCC Lobby Price: Sliding Scale $10 | $15 | $20

Come together as a community to celebrate Jill Sobule. The late singer died unexpectedly earlier this year. She was born and raised in Denver and attended the JCC. The event will include local, well-known artists like Hal Aqua and Lannie Garret. The event will highlight her career from her hit songs, like “I Kissed a Girl”, to her most recent stage hit “F*ck7thGrade”. The evening will include video clips from Jill’s life and live performances from special guests.

NEUSTADT JAAMM PRESENTS

GARY GULMAN: GRANDILOQUENT

Age: 18+ Date: Friday, September 26 Time: 8:00 pm Location: Elaine Wolf Theatre Price: Varies based on seat selection, ranging $29.00 – $69.50 Grandiloquent is Gary Gulman’s hilarious new show about insecurity, empathy, self-acceptance and how a thoughtful boy learned to use humor, reading and writing to cope with the consequences of his parents’ blunders. Learn why a seemingly confident middle-aged man feels most comfortable in a largeroom where a thousand strangers are laughing at him.

JERRY’S GIRLS

Age: 15+ Date: September 26 – October 12 Time: Multiple Showtimes Fridays, Saturdays | Sepetember 26 – October 11 | 7:30 pm Saturdays, Sundays | September 27 – October 12 | 2:00 pm Industry Night | October 6 | 7:30 pm Location: PLUSS Theatre Price: $39

Take a step back in time with Jerry’s Girls, a dazzling celebration of Broadway’s golden age featuring the beloved music of legendary composer Jerry Herman. Presented by Veritas Productions & Theatre Arts in partnership with the Mizel Arts and Culture Center, this unforgettable revue brings to life iconic numbers from Hello, Dolly!, Mame, Mack & Mabel, and La Cage Aux Folles.

FESTO! FESTO!

Age: All Date: Thursday, October 9 Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm Location: JCC Sukkah Price: Sliding Scale $15 | $20 | $25 Festo! Festo! is the JCC Denver’s monthly Klezmer, Balkan, and World Music concert. Bring your dancing shoes, and your Lulav, and we’ll shake it in Sukkah for this festive Festo! Festo!

Host Your Next Event at the JCC Ceramics Studio Art, fun, and memories in the making!

Unleash your creativity at the JCC Ceramics Studio; perfect for private events, birthday celebrations, and corporate gatherings!

With a welcoming atmosphere and expert guidance available, it’s the ideal venue to craft memories and masterpieces. Host an event that’s as unique as you are!

• Private Sessions • Birthday Parties • Corporate Events

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CAMP SHAI CAMP SHAI SUMMER 2026*

Age: 5 - 14 (Grades Rising K - Rising 8) Date: June 8 - August 15 (tentative) Time: 8:30 am - 3:15 pm (Extended before and after care options available) Location: Graland Country Day School and JCC Denver Price: Coming in November Give your child a summer to remember at Camp Shai! Designed for kids from kindergarten through 6th grade, Camp Shai offers a fun, inclusive environment filled with creative activities, outdoor adventures, and values-based programming that fosters kindness and confidence. With flexible session options, it’s easy to fit Camp Shai into your family’s schedule. Enroll this fall to secure a summer of growth, joy, and lasting friendships!

SCHOOLS OUT! THANKSGIVING BREAK CAMPS Age: 5 - 12 (Grades Rising K - Rising 8) November 24, November 25, November 26 Registration opens September 5 Sunrise Care: 7:30 - 8:30 am • $20/day Regular Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm • $100/day Sunset Care: 3:30 - 4:30 pm • $20/day Location: JCC Denver

School’s Out!: Thanksgiving Break Camp is the ultimate fall adventure for kids ages 5 – 12, packed with awesome games, silly challenges, and cool crafts while school’s on pause! Camp Shai’s team has cooked up some fall-themed activities to keep the fun rolling all break long. Get ready to make new friends, laugh a ton, and have the best Thanksgiving week ever!

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RANCH CAMP FAMILY CAMP AT RANCH CAMP Age: All Date: August 8 – 10 Location: Ranch Camp Price: Various Options Available

Want to end your summer with a bang? Look no further than JCC Family Camp, a weekend of fun for the entire family. With activities and adventures planned throughout the days and nights of this allages weekend, we guarantee Ranch Camp’s Family Camp is a great way to end the season and gear up for another school year.

DIVORCE & DISCOVERY A FOUR-DAY JEWISH HEALING RETREAT Age: 18+ Date: August 21 – 24 Location: Ranch Camp Price: Sliding Scale: $600 | $750 | $900

Need-based financial assistance available – please email ranchcamp@jccdenver.org for more information.

A long weekend of immersive Jewish healing, community building and self-discovery in the stunning beauty of Colorado. Traverse one of life’s great challenges with the support and guidance of Jewish ritual, wisdom and community. Plus, experience all that Ranch Camp has to offer: campfires, song sessions, Shabbat, swimming, arts and crafts, the challenge course, yoga, stargazing and delicious food!

Price includes all expenses of 4-day/3-night retreat, including professional, expert-led programming, access to a therapist or certified divorce coach, lodging, meals, snacks, bar and coffee service and more. Private Housing Add-On: $250 TZEDAKAH 4 KIDS: SUPPORTING THE ROBERT E. LOUP SCHOLARSHIP FUND

RANCH CAMP FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL

Ages: All Date: Sunday, October 12 Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: JCC Ranch Camp Price: Sliding Scale: Individual Tickets $10 | $14 | $18 Family Tickets (up to 6 people) $54 | $72 | $90 Celebrate the magic of autumn at our second annual Fall Festival in one of the most beautiful spaces in Colorado: JCC Ranch Camp. There will be hayrides, pumpkin bowling, seasonal treats, festive games, music, and more. Bring the whole family for a day of fun! See you there!

Become a sponsor or sign-up for events at: jccdenver.org/t4k or contact Bonni Raderman, Director of Major Gifts and Corporate Relations at braderman@jccdenver.org or 303-316-6382 for any inquiries.

RANCH CAMP REGISTRATION*

Ranch Camp Summer 2026 registration is opening in October!

Keep your eyes peeled for the best summer ever.

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AQUATICS Members refers to individuals who have an Aquatics & Fitness Membership with the JCC Denver.

KIDS CLASSES GROUP LESSON - LEVEL 1:

Program Category: Aquatics Age: 3 - 5 years Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 1 - December 31 Time: 4:00 - 4:30 pm Price: 8 classes: Members: $140, Non-members: $245 Date: Sundays, April 1 - August 28 Time: 11:00 - 11:30 am Price: 4 classes: Members: $94, Non-members: $164 Location: Indoor Pool Water Acclimation, Submersion, Air Exchange For those with little experience in the water, classes are taught in a small group setting of up to five participants. Swimmers will become familiar with the water through fun activities while learning about water safety. Lessons will include putting faces in the water, water submersion, floating with assistance, rolling front to back assisted, and gliding with assistance.

Children will be without parent/guardians in this class (instructor only).

GROUP LESSONS - LEVEL 2

Program Category: Aquatics Age: 4 - 6 years Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 1 - December 31 Time: 4:30 - 5:00 pm Price: 8 classes: Members: $140, Non-members: $245 Date: Sundays, April 1 - August 28 Time: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Price: 4 classes: Members: $94, Non-members: $164 Location: Indoor Pool Body Position, Forward Momentum This class is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water, can fully submerge while blowing bubbles, and are comfortable floating on their back with assistance. This group will learn to float and kick on their front and back unassisted, including guided practice to help improve already learned skills as well as the beginning of stroke development (Freestyle & Backstroke).

GROUP LESSONS - LEVEL 3

Program Category: Aquatics Age: 5 - 7 years Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 1 - December 31 Time: 5:00 - 5:30 pm Price: 8 classes: Members: $140, Non-members: $245 Date: Sundays, April 1 - August 28 Time: 12:00 - 12:30 pm Price: 4 classes: Members: $94, Non-members: $164 Location: Indoor Pool Intro to Competitive Strokes This class is for swimmers who have successfully mastered all skills from previous levels, can perform those skills without assistance, and can kick the whole length of the pool while floating on their back unassisted. Participants will learn to tread water, dive, and begin the basics of stroke development.

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ADULT PROGRAMS

SWIM FOR FITNESS

AQUA FITNESS: SHALLOW WATER Program Category: Aquatics Age: 16+ Date: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Outdoor or Indoor pool (dependent on weather) Price: Free to Members

Bring your bathing suit and challenge yourself with this low impact cardiovascular and strength workout in the swimming pool - perfect for all levels of fitness! Not only will you be conditioning your heart, but you’ll also be utilizing a variety of pool equipment to tone and strengthen the muscles while in the water.

AQUA FITNESS: DEEP WATER Program Category: Aquatics Age: 16+ Date/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Outdoor pool Price: Free to Members

Program Category: Aquatics Age: 18+ Date: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, April 1 – December 31 Time: 6:00 - 7:00 am Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 1 – August 28 Time: 7:30 - 8:30 am Date: Wednesdays, April 1 – August 28 Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Outdoor pool Price: Members: $30, Non-members: $60 Swim for Fitness is open to anyone 18 and older looking to improve technique, build endurance, and stay fit—whether you’re a triathlete, recreational swimmer, competitor, or just enjoy the social aspect. Each session covers 2500–4000 meters based on your skill and endurance level, and no prior experience with competitive strokes is required.

PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Deep Water Fitness is a low impact, joint-friendly workout routine that builds strength and cardiovascular health. Participants will have fun taking part in new and exciting resistance exercises and underwater running drills with help from a floatation device.

The purpose of our swimming lessons is to give participants an opportunity to create positive associations with water through play and exploration.

Participants have the opportunity to progress through different class levels as they learn the skills necessary to demonstrate proficiency in swimming. Lessons are available for ages 6 months to adult.

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Help with meals, shopping/errands, dressing, bathing, getting to doctor's appointments. We can help find help for you in your current residence or look at senior living communities with care included. Reach out with any questions, our service is free.

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FITNESS Members refers to individuals who have an Aquatics & Fitness Membership with the JCC Denver.

AFTER SCHOOL SPORTS CAMP Program Category: Fitness Age: 6 - 12 years Date: Thursdays Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members

This class is an ongoing, all-inclusive introduction to youth sports for ages 6-12 at any fitness level. This class will assist with building awareness around movement and team building for kids. Each week we will incorporate athletic drills and practice general procedures and maneuvers for a different sport as an introductory course for kids covering basketball, baseball, track and field, volleyball, tennis, soccer, and more. It uses a combination of motivating music, fun games, and all-inclusive movement. Perfect for kids who have a little extra energy to burn after school!

ALIGN AND FLOW Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Date: Sundays Time: 9:30 - 10:30 am Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members

Moving in a slow flow, this class interweaves awareness of breath and healthy alignment principles, building presence and steadiness in mind and body. Suitable for all ages and abilities.

ALIGN AND FLOW YOGA Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Mondays: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesdays: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Thursdays: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Sundays: 9:30 - 10:30 am Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members

Moving in a slow flow, this class interweaves awareness of breath and healthy alignment principles, building presence and steadiness in mind and body. Suitable for all ages and abilities.

ALIGNMENT YOGA - ALL LEVELS Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Date: Saturdays Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members

Families are welcome to bring their adolescents to this class, and beginners are always welcome. This class is designed to include instruction on alignment that will be helpful for newcomers and those with more experience.

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AQUA FITNESS

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Outdoor Pool Price: Free to Members Bring your bathing suit and challenge yourself with this low impact cardiovascular and strength workout in the swimming pool - perfect for all levels of fitness! Not only will you be conditioning your heart, but you’ll also be utilizing a variety of pool equipment to tone and strengthen the muscles while in the water.

BARRE

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Mondays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Wednesdays: 4:30 - 5:30 pm Thursdays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Fridays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members

CORE & MOBILITY Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Wednesdays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Location: Yoga Studio Sundays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Location: Group Exercise Studio Price: Free to Members

This class blends core strength and mobility training to enhance balance, flexibility, and range of motion for all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re lifting or practicing yoga, you’ll build body awareness and gain tools to improve form and posture—while sweating, strengthening, and stretching.

eLIGNABAR®

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Mondays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Saturdays: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Group Exercise Studio Price: Free to Members

A full-body, high-energy class that integrates elements of Pilates, Yoga, dance, cardio, and strength training. Perfect for all levels!

A fundamental core strength and stability class using the light weight eLIGNABAR® to target core muscles and overall conditioning, set to fun music. It is a low impact and high energy workout for all ages.

BODY PUMP

GROUP PILATES - STUDIO REFORMER

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Mondays: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Wednesdays: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Fridays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Saturdays: 9:30 - 10:30 am Location: Group Exercise Studio Price: Free to Members Les Mills BODYPUMP is a fast-paced, barbell-based workout that’s specifically designed to help you get lean, toned, and fit. It uses a combination of motivating music, fantastic instructors, and scientifically proven moves to help you achieve these targets more quickly than you would working out on your own.

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Mondays: 10:00 - 11:00 am, 5:30 -6:30 pm Tuesdays: 10:00 - 11:00 am, 5:30 -6:30 pm Wednesdays: 10:00 - 11:00 am, 5:30- 6:30 pm Thursdays: 10:00 - 11:00 am, 5:30 -6:30 pm Fridays: 9:00 - 10:00 am, 10:00- 11:00 am, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Saturdays: 10:00 - 11:00 am Sundays: 9:00 - 10:00 am, 10:00 - 11:00 am Location: Pilates Studio Price: $24/class

Strengthen and lengthen your deep core muscles through this century-old exercise designed by Joseph Pilates.

CIRCUIT TRAINING

LONG & STRONG

Circuit training combines exercises with short rest periods for a set number of repetitions or a prescribed time.

Long & Strong is a full-body workout focused on core strength, balance, flexibility, and power. Using standing and floor exercises with equipment like bands and weights, it enhances posture and fluid movement for sports and daily life.

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Mondays: 6:15 - 7:00 am, 7:15 - 8:00 am Tuesdays: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Thursdays: 6:15 - 7:00 am, 7:15 - 8:00 am, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Group Exercise Studio Price: Free to Members

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Date: Thursdays Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am Location: Group Exercise Studio Price: Free to Members

MAT PILATES

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Tuesdays: 10:15 - 11:15 am Wednesdays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Sundays: 10:30 - 11:30 am Location: Group Exercise Studio Price: Free to Members Strengthen and lengthen your deep core muscles through this century old exercise designed by Joseph Pilates.

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POSTURAL YOGA

STEP AEROBICS

A class for all levels focusing on muscle groups, and the personal awareness needed, to develop and maintain healthy and strong seated and upright postures.

Step aerobics is a classic cardio workout. The “step” is a 4-inch to 12-inch raised platform. Step different patterns to boost your heart rate and breathing and strengthen your muscles.

POWER FLOW

STUDIO CYCLE

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Date: Sundays Time: 8:00 - 9:00 pm Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Date: Mondays Time: 4:30 - 5:30 pm Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members Power Flow is a power vinyasa class that focuses on the balance of movement with breath. This expansive class will leave your mind and body feeling strong, energized, revitalized, and restored. You will sweat, work hard, and leave feeling connected to how powerful you are.

Class is designed to be challenging, engaging, and empowering for all levels, from beginner to advanced.

REB3L GROOVE

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Date: Fridays Time: 10:15 - 11:15 am Location: Group Exercise Studio Price: Free to Members REB3L Groove fuses hard-hitting choreography with HIIT mechanics and powerful Pop music, resulting in a high-intensity, fast, and fun dance fitness format. You will leave feeling inspired, motivated, strong, and empowered. All fitness levels are welcome.

RESTORATIVE GUIDED MEDITATION Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Date: Thursdays Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members

Begin class with some gentle stretching, leading into breath work and a guided meditation aimed at restoring inner calm and mental strength.

Each week will focus on a different aspect of wellness. No meditation experience necessary.

RESTORATIVE YOGA Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Date: Tuesdays Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members

Restorative yoga is a calming practice where poses are held for extended periods with the support of props to encourage deep relaxation. Each class begins with gentle movement to transition from the day into a restful state. This is followed by long-held poses focused on deep breathing, helping to restore calm and balance.

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Date: Tuesdays Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am Location: Group Exercise Studio Price: Free to Members

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Mondays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Wednesdays: 5:45 - 6:45 am, 9:00 - 10:00 am Saturdays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Sundays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Location: Cycling Studio Price: Free to Members Studio cycle is a high-intensity exercise that combines cardio and endurance in a 50-minute calorie-crunching session! Not only is it great for giving you all the cardiovascular gains, but it’s great at toning muscles to make you super strong.

TOTAL BODY TRANSFORMATION FOR WOMEN Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Tuesdays: 9:00 - 10:00 am Wednesdays: 10:15 - 11:15 am Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members

This class will assist with building endurance, encouraging movement, and increasing heart rate. Each week we will incorporate HIIT drills, strength and resistance training, and body weight movements. The main targets of this class are glute growth and lower body definition, lean and strong core with a cinched waist, and strong but lean upper body. This class focuses on reducing fat, burning calories, body recomposition, and adding muscle. This is the perfect workout for women who want sculpted curves.

Transform your workouts, build an hourglass shape, and beat boredom.

VINYASA YOGA

Program Category: Fitness Age: 16+ Tuesdays: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Wednesdays: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Thursdays: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Location: Yoga Studio Price: Free to Members Each session will combine breath-synchronized movements with static poses for alignment. This class focuses on improving flexibility and building strength while developing a strong body-mind-spirit connection by emphasizing the flow of breath. All levels welcome!

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TENNIS Members refers to individuals with a JCC Denver Tennis Membership.

JUNIOR TENNIS ACADEMY RED BALL

Program Category: Tennis Age: 4 – 7 years Date: September 2 – October 16 Monday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm Tuesday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm, 5:00 – 6:00pm Wednesday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm Location: JCC Denver Tennis Center Price per session: Tennis Member: 60-minute class $210 | 90-minute class $315 Non-member: 60-minute class $280 | 90-minute class $385 Red ball classes use oversized balls, smaller courts, and lower nets to help young beginners learn the basics of tennis.

ORANGE BALL

Program Category: Tennis Age: 7 – 10 years Date: September 2 – October 16 ORANGE BALL BEGINNER Monday, 4:30 - 5:30 pm, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Wednesday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm ORANGE BALL INTERMEDIATE Monday, 4:30 - 5:30 pm, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Wednesday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm ORANGE BALL ADVANCED Monday, 5:00 – 6:30 pm Wednesday, 5:00 – 6:30 pm Location: JCC Denver Tennis Center Price per session: Tennis Member: 60 minute class $210, 90 minute class $315 Non-member: 60 minute class $280, 90 minute class $385 Orange ball classes range from beginner to advanced and will be played on a 60-foot court using softer balls. Lessons focus on agility, balance, and coordination along with movement, scoring, and stroke production.

GREEN BALL

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Program Category: Tennis Age: 10 - 12 years Date: September 2 – October 16 GREEN BALL BEGINNER Tuesday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm Thursday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm GREEN BALL INTERMEDIATE Monday, 5:30 – 6:30 pm Wednesday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm Thursday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm GREEN BALL INT/ADVANCED Tuesday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm GREEN BALL ADVANCED Tuesday, 5:00 – 6:30 pm Thursday, 5:00 – 6:30 pm Location: JCC Denver Tennis Center Price per session: Member: 60 Minute Class - $210, 90 Minute Class - $315 Non-Member: 60 Minute Class - $280, 90 Minute Class - $385

These classes range from beginner to advanced and will be played on a full-size, 78-foot court, using a softer ball than the adult version. Players will continue to build the basic skills needed to develop their game.

Lessons will incorporate dynamic movement, technical instruction, point play, and match play fundamentals.

PRIVATE TENNIS LESSONS

YELLOW BALL

The JCC Tennis Center is proud to offer tennis lessons to everyone in the community. All ages and skill levels welcome. You will refine you tennis skills with a private lesson with one of our talented tennis pros in a temperature controlled indoor setting. Schedule a lesson today and notice how much fun you are having as your skills improve.

Program Category: Tennis Age: 13 - 18 years Date: September 2 – October 16 YELLOW BALL BEGINNER Thursday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm YELLOW BALL INTERMEDIATE Tuesday, 4:00 - 5:00 pm Thursday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm YELLOW BALL INT/ADVANCED Monday, 4:00 - 5:30 pm Tuesday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm Thursday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm YELLOW BALL ADVANCED (HS) Monday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm (UTR 1-3) Tuesday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm (UTR 3-5) Wednesday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm (UTR 1-3), 5:00 - 6:30 pm (UTR 3-5) Thursday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm (UTR 1-3) Location: JCC Denver Tennis Center Price per session: Member: 60 Minute Class - $210, 90 Minute Class - $315 Non-Member: 60 Minute Class - $280, 90 Minute Class - $385

Program Category: Tennis Age: All Date: Varies Time: Weekdays and Weekends Location: JCC Denver Tennis Center Price: Varies

TOP DOG

Program Category: Tennis Age: 18+ Date: October 13 – December 11 (no matches thanksgiving week November 24 – 27) Time: 8:00 - 10:00 pm Levels schedule: Mondays: Level 3.5 Men & 4.0 Women Tuesdays: Level 4.5 Men & 5.0 Women Wednesdays: Level 3.0/3.5 Men & 3.5 Women Thursdays: Level 4.0 Men & 4.5 Women Location: JCC Denver Tennis Center Price: TBD Top Dog is a night time, co-ed, competitive round robin doubles league with options for all skill levels. Players play three (3) sets with different partners each night, one set with each person on your court.

Classes range from beginner to advanced and will prepare players for competitive play. Practices will continue to work on stroke production and match play strategies and include footwork and fitness.

ADULT CLASSES & CLINICS ADULT DRILL CLASSES

Program Category: Tennis Age: 18+ Date: September 1 – December 31 Mondays: Level 3.0 - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm & Level 4.0 - 6:30 – 8:00 pm Tuesdays: Level 4.0 - 12:30 – 2:00 pm Wednesdays: Level 3.5 - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm & Level 4.0 - 6:30 – 8:00 pm Thursdays: Level 3.5 - 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Fridays: Level 4.5 - 12:00PM - 1:30PM Saturdays: Cardio: 7:00 – 8:30 am & 8:30 – 10:00 am Sundays: Cardio: 7:00 – 8:30 am & 8:30 – 10:00 am Location: JCC Denver Tennis Center Price: Member $31 | Guest $41 Refine your tennis skills with first class instruction, skill-enhancing games, and drills. Our classes have a 6:1 (or better) pro-player ratio, and are available in 90-minute sessions unless otherwise noted.

If you’re unsure which skill level to sign up for, we’re happy to recommend a class for you. 24-hour cancellation notice required for all drills Minimum enrollment per class is 3 people

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TENNIS CLASSES & PROGRAMS

Sleep Away, Day, Sports, Ceramics, Art, Theatre, and Tennis Camps

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PHILANTHROPY TZEDAKAH 4 KIDS: SUPPORTING THE ROBERT E. LOUP SCHOLARSHIP FUND

RANCH CAMP FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL

Ages: All Date: Sunday, October 12 Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: JCC Ranch Camp Price: Sliding Scale: Individual Tickets $10 | $14 | $18 Family Tickets (up to 6 people) $54 | $72 | $90 Celebrate the magic of autumn at our second annual Fall Festival in one of the most beautiful spaces in Colorado: JCC Ranch Camp. There will be hayrides, pumpkin bowling, seasonal treats, festive games, music, and more. Bring the whole family for a day of fun! See you there!

Become a sponsor or sign-up for events at: jccdenver.org/t4k or contact Bonni Raderman, Director of Major Gifts and Corporate Relations at braderman@jccdenver.org or 303-316-6382 for any inquiries.

TODAH

Age: 18+ Date: Saturday, November 15 Time: Doors open at 6:45 pm Location: Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center Price: Sliding Scale A night unlike any other! Dance the night away, savor delicious bites, and experience the warmth of JCC Denver as we honor everything that makes us who we are — together. This event benefits JCC Denver and the Mizel Arts and Culture Center.

Don’t miss it, mark your calendars now! jccdenver.org/todah

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RENTALS RENTALS AT THE JCC

The JCC Denver is a beautiful community center sitting on nine acres of land in the Glendale neighborhood. This convenient location makes navigation a breeze and avoids the hassle of downtown with onsite parking. Our center offers spaces of all shapes and sizes—meaning they can accommodate a variety of events! From weddings to Bar/ Bat Mitzvahs, to birthday parties and book club, JCC Denver will have everyone at your event screaming, “Mazel Tov!”

HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT WITH US! V ie w r en ta l spa c e s at j c cd e n ve r.o rg /r e n ta ls

Some example capacity estimates of spaces include: Social Hall – 250 plus people Perlmutter Room – 50 plus people Two Board Rooms – 15 - 20 plus people each Elaine Wolf Theatre - 408 seats Pluss Theatre - 95 seats We have multiple seasonal outdoor spaces available and capacity varies.

If you’re a non-profit organization, please be sure to ask about our special non-profit rates.

Host your Event at

Ranch Camp Create lifelong memories at our charming Ranch Camp property— perfect for weddings, corporate events, retreats, and other special occasions. Nestled in nature, our venue offers a blend of rustic charm, cozy cabins, open-air spaces, miles of hiking trails, and scenic backdrops to capture every moment. Your dream celebration starts here!

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SHALOM CLUB (50+)

Shalom Club is a vibrant community designed for people 50 and older who want to connect, grow, and enjoy life to the fullest. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, stay active, explore your creative side, learn something new, or simply have fun, Shalom Club offers a wide range of activities tailored to your interests and needs.

WEEKLY CURRENT EVENTS 2.0 MAHJ PLAY AT THE J

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MONTHLY

MONTHLY MEET-UP WINE TASTINGS GAME NIGHTS FILM VIEWIINGS SUNDAY PARK WALKS

QUARTERLY

JEWISH BAKING CLASSES HANUKKAH PARTIES ROSH HASHANAH MIXERS

CONTACTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Blair Ebert Engagement Program Manager 303.316.6320 bebert@jccdenver.org

Arts & Entertainment R2 Finance & Real Estate R2 Kids & Teens R3 Law R3 Medical Professional R3-4 Restaurant & Beverage R4 Senior Services R4 Socializing & Networking R4 Social Services R5 Jewish Community Organizations R5-6 Jewish Holidays R7-8

Daniel Siegel Engagement Program Manager 303.316.6418 dsiegel@jccdenver.org

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

FINANCE & REAL ESTATE

Mtn High Sign + Design

FirstBank

720.388.0201 info@mtnhighsign.com

We take the headaches and stress out of getting the right signs + graphics for your business. Our Design, Build + Install process is simple and easy so you can focus on growing your business.

Pierre Images LLC - Wedding and Event Photography

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Whether you’re planning a wedding, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, or need family photos, Pierre brings a smile to everyone’s face and makes your event photography stress free. He loves to photograph under Colorado skies, with his NY eye.

Follow us on Instagram: pierresimages

T H E

Kelly Mehta Homes Guide Real Estate 720 S Colorado Blvd Suite 215A Glendale, CO 80246 303.773.8221 kelly@guidere.com

973.600.5909 pierre@pierreimages.com

S A V E

830 S Colorado Boulevard Glendale, CO 80246 303.512.1100 banking@efirstbank.com

Looking to buy or sell a home? Denver native, Kelly Mehta, has witnessed the transformational growth that continually draws people to the Denver metro area. Rooted in honesty, integrity, and accountability, Kelly is known for building lasting relationships that support her clients’ real estate goals.

D A T E

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15

AFTER SUNDOWN

KIDS & TEENS

MEDICAL PROFESSIONS

Newborn Nanny Consultants

A Wild Smile Pediatric Dentistry

425.422.8268 newbornnannyconsultants@gmail.com

Progress Through Play 7400 E Orchard Rd, Suite 280S Greenwood Village, CO 80111 720.549.0661 brita@ptpdenver.com

2975 Roslyn Street, Suite #160 Denver, CO 80238 (720) 945-1234 info@awildsmile.com

Caring Connections, LLC Deborah Fishman, Psy.D. 2121 South Oneida Street, Suite 336 Denver, CO 80224 303.520.5172 debafishman@gmail.com

Rockabye Rockies 720.724.8638 Rockabyerockies@gmail.com

Colorado Circumcision 303.386.2704 coloradocircumcision1@gmail.com

LAW Dulin McQuinn Young 4949 S Syracuse Street, Suite 400 Denver, CO 80237 303.246.1111 info@trialproven.com

Dulin McQuinn Young, built by trial lawyers with over 20 years of experience, is dedicated to fighting for injured clients and achieving the best results. Known for taking on insurance companies and corporations, we offer free consultations to those affected by others’ negligence—call 303.246.1111 to schedule a free consultation.

Sarah Morris Law, LLC 700 Colorado Blvd #246 Denver, CO 80206 303.335.0629 sarah@sarahmorrislaw.com

Sarah Morris is a Legacy and Estate Planning Attorney specializing in wills and philanthropy. She graduated from University of Colorado with a law degree focused on estate planning tax law and tax exempt entities.

Curated to Grow - Occupational Therapy & Parent Coaching 862.432.5749 curatedtogrow@gmail.com

Daniel Hettleman, Ph.D., PC 1544 York Street, Third Floor Denver, CO 80206 303.912.6632 dhettleman@comcast.net

Denver Bris with Sarah Grope, MD; Certified Mohelet 720.529.1926 denverbris@gmail.com

The Family Nutrition Pro 720.258.6585 dana@thefamilynutritionpro.com

Karin Susskind, MD, FAAFP, Certified Mohelet 303.819.6139 boulderbris@gmail.com

New Chapter Psychiatry 7581 E Academy Blvd, Suite 209 Denver, CO 80230 720.575.4480 dr.sheldon@newchapterpsychiatry.com

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JCC Resource Guide

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Partners in Pediatrics 3801 E. Florida Avenue Suite 300 Denver, CO 80210 303.388.4256 pipforms@partnersinpediatrics.com

Progress Through Play 7000 E Belleview Ave, Suite 370 Greenwood Village, CO, 80111 720.549.0661 brita@ptpdenver.com

SKN Dermatology 501 S Cherry St, Suite 310 Glendale, Colorado, 80246 303.962.3376 info@skndermatology.com

SENIOR SERVICES CarePatrol

PO Box 150584 Denver, CO 80215 720.675.8308 Denver@CarePatrol.com carepatrol.com/denver CarePatrol: A free service to help older adults and their families find safe, vetted home care or care community options that fit their care needs, preferences, and budget. We provide a hands-on approach to finding the right community or resources so you can thrive.

10K Counseling 970.633.2958 ruby@10kcounseling.com

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, & BEVERAGE Jacquard Hotel & Rooftop 222 Milwaukee Street Denver, Colorado 80206 303.515.2000 manavi.mehta@thejacquard.com

Occasions Catering 1789 W Warren Ave Englewood, CO 80110 303.789.1867 info@occasionsdenver.com

Rosenberg’s Bagels and Delicatessen 720.440.9880 info@rosenbergsbagels.com

Rosenberg’s Bagels and Delicatessen celebrates the history and evolution of Jewish food, deeply rooted in New York City’s culinary heritage. Our products pay homage to past generations’ ingenuity, food as a lifeline through meticulous techniques. At Rosenberg’s we believe that food connects and binds us together. We honor the lineage of this food; how it’s prepared, the cultures it came from, the history that got us here, and the promise it brings for the future.

SOCIAL SERVICES A.H.K. Counseling & Therapy Services 720.924.6020 adam.kleger.licsw@gmail.com

Gitit Kaufman Connecting Dots Counseling, LLC 6535 S Dayton st. Suite 1650 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 720.235.8598 Gitit@ConnectingDotsCounseling.com

Jewish Fertility Foundation 2897 N Druid Hills Road, Suite 146 Atlanta, GA 30329 720.255.1623 shira@jewishfertilityfoundation.org

The Jewish Fertility Foundation engages hopeful parents by providing financial assistance for fertility treatment, emotional support through support groups and a fertility buddy program, and infertility education to those struggling to build their families.

Mothers’ Milk Bank 5394 Marshall St., Suite 400 Arvada, Colorado, 80002 303.869.1888 mothersmilk@rmchildren.org

Simons Therapy

50 S Steele St, Suite 950 Denver, CO 80209 720.772.6915 simons.therapy.info@gmail.com

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JCC Resource Guide

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The Jewish Experience

SOCIALIZING & NETWORKING Denver Jewish Chamber of Commerce 720.707.1612 president@denverjewishchamber.com

CONGREGATIONS Aish of the Rockies 9550 E Belleview Ave. Greenwood Village, CO 80111 303.220.7200 office@aishrockies.org

Base Denver

303.656.9347 dave.yedid@moishehouse.org

BMH-BJ Congregation 560 S Monaco Parkway Denver, CO 80224 303.388.4203 info@bmh-bj.org

B’nai Havurah

6445 East Ohio Ave - B’nai East, 1700 S. Grant Street - B’nai West Denver, CO 80224 303.388.4441 office@bnaihavurah.org

Congregation Beth Shalom PO Box 3107 Littleton, CO 80161 303.908.8747 shalom@cbsdenver.org

Congregation Rodef Shalom 450 South Kearney Street Denver, CO 80224 303.399.0035 mainoffice@rodef-shalom.org

The Denver Kehillah Fischer Hall 560 S. Monaco St. Pkwy Denver CO 80224 970.805.0659 info@denverkehillah.org

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399 S Monaco Parkway Denver, CO 80224 303.316.6412 info@theje.com

Kabbalah Experience

3540 South Poplar Street, Unit 104 Denver, CO 80237 303.337.0959 admin@kabbalahexperience.com

Temple Emanuel

51 Grape St Denver, CO 80220 303.388.4013 shalom@emanueldenver.org

Temple Micah Denver 1980 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80220 303.388.4239 info@micahdenver.org

Temple Sinai

3509 S Glencoe St Denver, CO 802370 303.759.1827 lauren@sinaidenver.org

Young Israel of Denver 440 S Monaco Pkwy Denver, CO 80224 303.281.8999 info@yidenver.org

ORGANIZATIONS Anti-Defamation League Mountain States 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1301 Denver, CO 80203 303.830.7177 mountainstates@adl.org

The Blue Dove Foundation 404.490.23910 info@thebluedovefoundation.org

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Center for Judaic Studies 2000 East Asbury Ave., #157 Denver, CO 80210 303.871.3020 cjs@du.edu

Denver Academy of Torah 6825 East Alameda Avenue Denver, CO 80224 720.859.6806 info@datcampus.org

Denver Jewish Day School 2450 S Wabash St Denver, CO 80231 303.369.0663 info@denverjds.org

Ekar Farm

6825 E Alameda Ave Denver, CO 80226 860.716.9231 ekar@ekarfarm.org

The Golda Meir House Museum Auraria Campus 1148 9th Street Denver, CO 80204 303.475.9964 lena.fishman@ahec.edu

Hadassah Greater Denver 303.321.7430 chapdenver@hadassah.org

Hillel of Denver

303.777.2773 shira@hillelcolorado.org

Holocaust Awareness Institute 2000 East Asbury Ave., #157 Denver, CO 80210 303.871.3021 hai@du.edu

Honeymoon Israel

1134 North Downing Street, Apt 1 Denver, CO 80218 734.662.3683 rose.osburn@honeymoonisrael.org

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350 South Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80246 303.399.2660 info@jccdenver.org

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JEWISHcolorado 303.321.3399 Philanthropy@JEWISHcolorado.org

Jewish Family Service of Colorado 3201 South Tamarac Drive Denver, CO 80231 303.597.5000 centralintake@jewishfamilyservice.org

Jewish National Fund USA 303.573.7095 rachael.solomon@jnf.org

Judaism Your Way 303.320.6185 askus@judaismyourway.org

Kavod Senior Life

22 South Adams Street Denver, CO 80209 303.399.1146 Info@KavodSeniorLife.org

Mizel Arts and Culture Center at the JCC 350 South Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80246 303.316.6360 boxoffice@jccdenver.org

Moishe Pod City Park 847.922.2086 MoishePodCityPark@gmail.com

National Council of Jewish Women Colorado Section PO Box 460892 Denver, CO 80246 303.332.7637 ncjwcolorado@gmail.com

Rocky Mountain Jewish Historical Society 2000 East Asbury Ave., #157 Denver, CO 80210 303.871.3085 Joshua.Furman@du.edu

Shalom Park

14800 East Belleview Drive Aurora, CO 80015 303.680.5000 Cindy.Silverman@shalompark.net

Roots & Branches Foundation 303.398.7400 info@rcfdenver.org

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ROSH HASHANAH YOM KIPPUR SUKKOT SHEMINI ATZERET & SIMCHAT TORAH HANUKKAH TU BISHVAT PURIM

PASSOVER YOM HASHOAH YOM HAZIKARON YOM HA’ATZMAUT SHAVUOT TISHA B’AV

ROSH HASHANAH YOM KIPPUR SUKKOT SHEMINI ATZERET & SIMCHAT TORAH HANUKKAH TU BISHVAT PURIM

PASSOVER YOM HASHOAH YOM HAZIKARON YOM HA’ATZMAUT SHAVUOT TISHA B’AV

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PASSOVER YOM HASHOAH YOM HAZIKARON YOM HA’ATZMAUT SHAVUOT TISHA B’AV Rosh Hashanah

‫ראש השנה‬

Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, one of the “High Holidays” in the Jewish calendar. Rosh Hashanah occurs every year during the Hebrew month of Tishrei and is celebrated over a two-day period. Traditionally, it is both a time of celebration and of serious introspection, a time to rejoice in the completion of another year while also taking stock of one’s life.

Traditional worship in a synagogue includes reciting prayers from the machzor (from the Hebrew root “to return.”) During the service a shofar (ram’s horn) is blown to symbolically awaken the listeners in the congregation and inspire them to atone and rejoice before the Judgement Day of Yom Kippur, the next upcoming Jewish Holiday.

Yom Kippur

‫יום כיפור‬

Yom Kippur, The Day of Atonement, is the Jewish Holiday that occurs 10 days after Rosh Hashana. Between the two holidays, Jews observe the 10 Days of Repentance, a time where those who practice can reflect on the opportunity for change in the coming year. It is a time to make amends with those you have wronged and ask for forgiveness.

Yom Kippur starts in the evening with a service called Kol Nidre. During this service a prayer is recited as a declaration annulling any vows made before God. During the 25-hour observance of the Yom Kippur Holiday, a customary fast occurs. The practice of fasting is intended to allow a person to be in a state of reflection and repent rather than indulge.

The Yom Kippur holiday ends with a service called neilah in which congregants stand before the open doors of the ark and ask for the final opportunity of forgiveness. The open doors of the ark symbolize the open gates of heaven. A long blast from the shofar signifies the end of the holiday, and thus the closing of the gates and the inscription in the Book of Life for the coming year.

‫סוכות‬

Sukkot

Sukkot begins five days after Yom Kippur. Sukkot is named for the Sukkah, a walled structure covered with organic material. On the holiday of Sukkot, Jewish people spend time in the sukkah, evoking the temporary dwellings the Israelites inhabited on their way out of Egypt after escaping from slavery. The festival of Sukkot is one of the three great pilgrimage festivals of the Jewish year. During Sukkot, Jews also take and wave the Four Kinds while reciting a blessing.

The Four Kinds are an etrog (citron), a lulav (palm frond), three hadassim (myrtle twigs), and two aravot (willow twigs).

‫שמיני עצרת‬ ‫שמחת תורה‬

Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah

Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah come at the conclusion of Sukkot. Shemini Atzeret means the “Eighth Day of Assembly,” while Simchat Torah means “Rejoicing in Torah.” Simchat Torah conveys a clear message about the centrality of Torah in Jewish life. It is both a source of Jewish identity and a precious gift from God.

‫חנוכה‬

Hanukkah

Hanukkah, or the Festival of Rededication, celebrates the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem after its defilement by the Syrian Greeks in 164 BCE. “Hanukkah” directly translates to “dedication” in Hebrew. The eight-day festival of Hanukkah is also known as the Festival of Lights, and we light the menorah or hanukkiah (candelabra) on each night of the festival. The message of Hanukkah is one of Jewish resilience and commitment to maintaining a culture and peoplehood.

During Hanukkah, you may also see people playing the game of dreidel. Dreidel is a gambling game that was used as a façade so Greek soldiers did not see Jews studying. The dreidel has a Hebrew letter on each side – (nun), (gimel), (hei), (shin). These letters represent the saying, “nes gadol haya sham,” translating to, “a great miracle happened there.”

‫נ‬‎

Tu Bishvat

‫ג‬

‫ה‬‎

‫ש‬‎

‫ט"ו בשבט‬

Tu Bishvat is the Jewish holiday occurring on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shvat. It is also called the New Year of the Trees. In contemporary Israel, the day is celebrated as an ecological awareness day and trees are planted in celebration.

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‫פורים‬

Purim

The holiday of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar. It commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia from Haman’s plot “to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews.” To celebrate, Jews will attend synagogue to hear the reading of the megillah (Book of Esther), eat a festive meal, get dressed in costume, and eat hamantaschen. Hamantaschen are triangular pastries filled with jelly, chocolate, or poppy seeds. These sweet cookies are symbolic of Haman’s hat, which was known to be triangular.

‫פסח‬

Passover

Passover is one of the three major pilgrimage festivals of ancient Israel. The holiday celebrates the liberation of the Israelites (before they we were known as Jews) from slavery in Egypt by way of a leader named Moses. This famous story is told in the Book of Exodus in the Torah. To celebrate, Jews around the world gather for the ritual meal, or seder, to retell the story of the Exodus. Moses went to the Pharoah saying, “Let my people go.” The Pharoah refused. Therefore, God unleashed a plague on the Egyptian people. Moses returned to the Pharoah, again saying, “Let my people go.” The Pharoah refused him yet again. God unleashed another plague. This pattern continued until ten horrible plagues befell the Egyptian people - the Nile River turned into blood, frogs, lice, diseased livestock, boils, hailstorms, locusts, darkness, and finally the slaying of the firstborn sons of the Egyptian people.

The Israelites marked their doorframes with lamb’s blood as protection, so the angel of death “passed over” their homes and did not harm them. This is how the holiday got its name.

‫יום השואה‬

Yom HaShoah

Yom HaShoah is the Day of Remembrance. It is a commemorative day in which the victims of the Holocaust are remembered. It is marked on the 27th day in the month of Nisan.

Yom HaZikaron

‫יום הזיכרון‬

Yom HaZikaron is on the fourth of Iyar, the day preceding Israel’s Independence Day. It was declared by the Israeli Knesset (parliament) to be a Memorial Day for those who lost their lives in the struggle that led to the establishment of the State of Israel and for all military personnel who were killed while in active duty in Israel’s armed forces.

Yom Ha’Atzmaut

‫יום העצמאות‬

Israel’s Independence Day is celebrated on the fifth day of the month of Iyar, which is the Hebrew date of the formal establishment of the State of Israel. On this date in 1948, members of the “provisional government” read and signed a Declaration of Independence in Tel Aviv.

‫שבועות‬

Shavuot

Shavuot commemorates when the Jews received the Torah at Mount Sinai after the Exodus from Egypt. To celebrate Shavuot, Jews will attend synagogue and enjoy a festive meal with cheesecake, cheese blintzes, and cheese kreplach.

‫תשעה באב‬

Tisha B’av

Tisha B’av, the ninth of the month of Av, is a day of mourning for Jews. Tisha B’av is the holiday that commemorates a series of catastrophes in Jewish history.

Most notably, this holiday is to remember the destruction of the first and second temples and the sacking of Jerusalem in 586 BCE and 70 CE. Tisha B’av is a collective and communal sadness that is meant to be shared.

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‫ראש השנה‬ Rosh Hashanah 6:56 pm, September 22 - 24

‫חנוכה‬ Hanukkah 4:36 pm, December 14 - 22

‫יום הזיכרון‬ Yom HaZikaron 7:43 pm, April 20 - 21

Yom Kippur ‫יום כיפור‬ 6:42 pm, October 1 - 2

‫ט"ו בשבט‬ Tu B’Shevat 5:20 pm, February 1 - 2

Yom Ha’Atzmaut ‫יום העצמאות‬ 7:44 pm, April 21 - 22

‫סוכות‬ Sukkot 6:34 pm October 6 - 13

‫פורים‬ Purim 5:53 pm, March 2 - 3

‫שבועות‬ Shavuot 8:13 pm, May 21 - 23

‫שמיני עצרת‬ Shemini Atzeret 6:23 pm, October 13 - 14

Passover (Pesach) 7:24 pm, April 1 - 9

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‫תשעה באב‬ Tisha B’av 8:22 pm, July 22 - 23

‫שמחת תורה‬ Simchat Torah 6:22 pm, October 14 - 15

‫יום השואה‬ Yom HaShoah 7:36 pm, April 13 - 14

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JCC DENVER RESOURCE GUIDE 2025 – 2026

JCC DENVER RESOURCE GUIDE As the Staenberg - Loup Jewish Community Center (JCC Denver), we strive to create a hub for collaboration, partnerships, and community enrichment. We actively seek out individuals and organizations in our community to work alongside us in ways that bolster unity and foster growth.

As such, the JCC Denver has created a comprehensive Resource Guide with the aim of providing a centralized location for our partners to promote their services and offerings. This comprehensive resource is distributed to our growing and dynamic community in booklet form and also available on our website (25,000+ website traffic per month).

Choosing to be part of our annual Resource Guide is an opportunity to strengthen the bonds between your organization and the community at large. For those interested, additional advertising can also be purchased.

Your business information will be listed by field on the Resource Guide page on the JCC Denver website.

THOSE FIELDS INCLUDE: Generation Lifecycles Jewish Religious and Community Organizations Social Services Kids and Teens College and Adult Education Socializing and Networking Senior Services

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