Spring Program Guide_2023

Spring is a time for new life and experiences. As the weather warms up and we shed our winter clothes, new opportunities for fun and growth appear. Welcome in the season with us at the J!

This is a big year for the Jewish community as we celebrate Israel at 75. Mark your calendar for April 30 and join us at Summit Park for a celebration of Israel. Learn more about the community mission to Israel in the summer of 2024. Travel on a bus with your congregation or rabbi, or join the Mayerson JCC and Jewish Federation of Cincinnati on one of our community buses.

We will be kicking off summer with our annual J Classic. Join us for delicious food, pickleball and tennis, fun card games, and of course – golf! We also hope to see you at our annual Jewish Community Night at the Reds.

If you are looking for some new fitness classes to continue working toward your goals, check out our slate of classes that you can build into your everyday life. Women and Weights is back again to help you build a foundation of strength.

We are looking forward to seeing you at these programs and events this Spring! If you haven’t already, sign your child up for Camp at the J—a fun summer they will always remember! Registration is due by May 22, and spots fill up fast.

Warmest regards,

Marc Fisher Mayerson JCC CEO

513.761.7500

Strengthening

Ronnen Isakov Mayerson JCC Board President

TABLE of CONTENTS

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Fitness & Wellness

J Spa

Adult Sports & Recreation

Inclusion

Aquatics

Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Children, Teens & Family

Youth Sports

Camp at the J PJ Library

Young Adult Events

60 & Better

JCC Board Members

Ronnen Isakov president

Anna Sarembock vice president

Robert Oestreicher vice president

Lauren Guttman secretary

Jen Stein treasurer president-elect

Marty Hiudt immediate past president

Mike Kadetz presidential appointment

Marc Fisher

ceo

Steve Baron

Tedd Friedman

Larry Juran

Mark Knue

Ernesto Levy

Mollie Lewis-Tartaglia

Yael Newman

Ester Pollock-Rootman

Stacey Schimberg

Abby Schwartz

Strengthening

Monday - Thursday: 5:30am - 9pm

Fitness, Indoor Track, and Training

Monday - Thursday: 5:30am - 9pm

Friday: 5:30am - 7pm

Saturday - Sunday: 7am - 7pm

Pool Hours

Our outdoor pool will open

Saturday, May 27. The indoor Aquatic Center is open year round. For more detailed information and hours, visit MayersonJCC.org/Hours.

Spring Holidays

Wednesday, April 5:

Erev Passover Building: 5:30am - 5pm*

J Café: 7:30 - 10am

Pool: Closes at 4:30pm

Administrative offices and 60 & Better Center close at 3pm

Thursday, April 6: Passover 1st Day Building is closed.

Friday, April 7: Passover 2nd Day Building: 5:30am - 7pm

Pool: Closes at 6:30pm

Administrative offices, 60 & Better Center, and J Café are closed.

Saturday, April 8: Passover 3rd Day Building: 7am - 7pm Pool: Closes at 6:30pm J Café is closed.

Sunday, April 9: Passover 4th Day Building: 7am - 7pm Pool: Closes at 6:30pm J Café is closed.

BUILDING HOURS

REGULAR BUILDING HOURS

Friday: 5:30am - 7pm

J Play Hours

Drop-in Care for ages 0 - 5

Monday - Thursday: 8:15am - 1:15pm; 4 - 7pm

Friday: 8:15am - 1:15pm

Saturday - Sunday: 8:15am - 2:15pm

Club J Hours

Drop-In Care for ages 5 - 12

Monday - Thursday: 4 - 7pm

Friday: Closed for Shabbat

Saturday - Sunday: 8:15am - 2:15pm

Saturday - Sunday: 7am - 7pm

J Café Hours

Monday - Thursday: 8am - 5pm

Friday: 8am - 2pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: 8am - 2pm

Please check MayersonJCC.org for current J Café hours.

Please make note of these special hours in observance of Jewish and federal holidays. Learn more about Jewish holidays at MayersonJCC.org/Hours

Monday, April 10: Passover 5th Day Building: 5:30am - 9pm

Pool: 6am - 8pm; Men’s only swim is 8 - 9pm J Café is closed, no meals for 60 & Better Center.

Tuesday, April 11: Passover 6th Day Building: 5:30am - 9pm

Pool: 6am - 8pm; Women’s only swim is 8 - 9pm J Café is closed, no meals for 60 & Better Center.

Wednesday, April 12: Passover 7th Day Building: 5:30am - 9pm

Pool: 6am - 8pm; Men’s only swim is 8 - 9pm Administrative offices, J Café, and 60 & Better Center are closed.

Thursday, April 13: Passover Day 8th Day Building: 5:30am - 9pm Pool: 6am - 8pm; Women’s only swim is 8 - 9pm Administrative offices, J Café, and 60 & Better Center are closed.

Friday, May 26: Shavuot 1st Day Building: 5:30am - 7pm

Pool: Closes at 6:30pm

Administrative offices, J Café, and 60 & Better Center are closed.

Saturday, May 27: Shavuot 2nd Day Building: 7am - 7pm Pool: Closes at 6:30pm

Monday, May 29: Memorial Day Building: 7am - 5pm J Cafe: 8am - 2pm

Pool: Closes at 4:30pm

Administrative offices and 60 & Better Center are closed.

*Due to early building closures, there will be no programs after 2pm on these days and the pool will close 30 minutes before the closure time listed above.

JEWISH EDUCATION SERIES: Myths & Holidays in Judaism

Learn more on Page 16

In partnership with Hebrew Union CollegeJewish Institute of Religion

Thursdays 7pm | Virtual FREE with RSVP Learn more on Page 17

Jewish Community Night at The Reds

Tuesday, May 23 6:40pm | Great American Ball Park Cincinnati Reds VS St. Louis Cardinals

GROUP EXERCISE

The J offers a wide array of FREE Group Ex classes with your membership. From lowimpact beginner classes to high-intensity advanced classes, there’s something for every skill level all taught by highly qualified instructors. See our schedule at MayersonJCC.org.

PERSONAL TRAINING

Improve your workouts with one of our highly qualified trainers who can help you achieve your fitness goals including weight loss, strength training, toning, and postrehabilitation through program design, education, individual support, motivation, and more!

We offer private, small group, and partner training, as well as specialized Pilates Reformer training. To start your training out right, you’ll receive a FREE InBody® health and fitness body composition assessment when you sign up for personal training.

Contact the Fitness Director for more information at 513.761.7500 ext. 1266.

STICK WITH IT

Ages 16+

April 2 - June 3

J Members: Starting at $192 | Public: Starting at $272

Join this small group training challenge that will help you stick with your fitness resolution and continue working toward your health goals!

WOMEN AND WEIGHTS

Ages 16+

April 4 - June 3

J Members: Starting at $192 | Public: Starting at $272

Building strength is the foundation to increasing your fitness level and preventing muscle and bone loss. Learn to properly lift using barbells, dumbbells, and cable machines for one hour per week in a small group setting, under the supervision of a JCC certified personal trainer.

COREFIRST: STRONG AND FIT

Ages 16+

April 5 - June 3

J Members: Starting at $216 | Public: Starting at $306

Get complete core activation while building strength, muscle tone and endurance with the COREFIRST trainer. The COREFIRST is a new, unique, hands-free system that allows you to make better mind-muscle connections that effectively and efficiently fatigue all the muscles in the body. Each class will focus on form and technique. Take it at your own pace by modifying or advancing moves. All levels of fitness are welcome.

TEEN FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATION

Ages 13 - 15

Ongoing

J Member: FREE with Registration

New to the J or just want a refresher? Teens can gain exclusive access to the Fitness Center and are allowed to use specified equipment after completing this informative orientation with a JCC Personal Trainer.

RSVP by calling 513.761.7500 ext.1266.

PILATES SPECIALTY PILATES

PILATES REFORMER

Ages 16+

March 13 - June 3

Training options available

J Members: Starting at $286

Perform more than 100 exercises in our Pilates Reformer Studio for an effective, joint-friendly, noimpact workout. All Pilates training participants must have completed the three required 30-minute private sessions before enrolling.

JUMPBOARD INTERVAL PILATES

Ages 16+

March 18 - June 3

J Members: Starting at $312

The jumpboard class helps to increase your aerobic workout while incorporating low impact muscle strength and coordination.

RESTORATIVE STRETCH PILATES

Ages 16+

March 14 - June 3

J Members: Starting at $286

This Pilates group training will restore and renew muscles through a combination of targeted stretches. The workout will connect body-mind-spirit, focusing on breathing to engage a full body workout. This group welcomes beginner and intermediate levels.

CHAIR AND TOWER PILATES

Ages 16+

March 14 - May 30

J Members: Starting at $312

Take your Pilates to the next level with a “wunda chair”/tower class. This class will build core stability, upper body strength, and increase overall physical conditioning! This is an intermediate to advance level program. Six months of consecutive Pilates reformer experience is required.

FREE HEART RATE TRAINING CHALLENGES

WIRED Heart Rate Training, our wearable heart rate technology, makes it easier than ever to get the results you want with real-time feedback on heart rate, calories, and effort. Learn about how you can win prizes and pick up your WIRED device today at the Welcome Desk!

APRIL FREQUENCY CHALLENGE: Log at least 6 workout days in April to be entered into a drawing to win a free Summer Shape-Up registration!

MAY INTENSITY CHALLENGE: Reach 2,000 intensity points to be entered to win one of four fitness prizes!

Skin Benefits of Waxing

Waxing is a way of removing hair temporarily, though the results are typically longer lasting than shaving. Wax is applied to the skin before being removed by cloth strips or by removing the wax itself. Most clients prefer to have waxing done professionally at a spa, where it is quicker and produces better results. Waxing can also cause hair to regrow at a slower rate, resulting in fewer hair removal sessions.

Here are a few ways that waxing benefits your skin:

EXFOLIATION. In addition to removing unwanted hair, waxing also removes the top layer of dry skin cells.

NO CUTS. Waxing doesn’t cut or nick the skin. STUBBLE-FREE SKIN. Shaving cuts hair off at the point where it emerges from the skin. Waxing removes the hair by the root, leaving the skin feeling smoother.

SPRING SPECIAL

Bring in this page to receive 20% off when you receive three or more waxing services in the same visit. All three waxing services must be received by the same client on the same visit. PLUS, refer a friend who visits the J Spa, and you’ll both receive 25% off! Visit the Welcome Desk for more details. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts.

Come to the J Spa for complete relaxation and therapeutic pain relief! Open to the public, the J Spa offers a full array of custom massages, dermaplaning, and waxing services. All modalities are conducted by licensed technicians, specializing in healing your body and refreshing your mind.

ADULT SPORTS & RECREATION

SPORTS LEAGUES

PICK-UP PICKLEBALL

Ages 16+

March 12 - May 23 | Mayerson JCC

Sundays: 9am

Mondays: 1pm

Tuesdays: 7pm

J Members: FREE | Public: $35

Come join the fun in this activity that combines tennis and table tennis into a quick-paced, fun game. Whether you are an experienced player or new to the sport, there is a spot for you.

PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

Ages 16+

Sunday, March 19

8am | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $28 | Public: $36

Returning again this season is our JCC Pickleball Tournament! Partners can choose to participate in the recreational or competitive division. Teams will play four games in round-robin play to determine seedings, then compete in the tournament until champions are decided. Each participant will receive a T-shirt and winners will receive awards! If participants want to request a certain teammate to partner with, they can email Mike Creemer at mcreemer@mayersonjcc.org. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

PICK-UP BASKETBALL

Ages 18+

Wednesdays

January 25 - May 3

7:30pm | Mayerson JCC FREE

Pickup basketball is an opportunity to get some time on the court for friendly competition. Open to J Members and current JCC Men’s Basketball League players only.

MEN’S FASTPITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE

Ages 18+

Wednesdays

April 5 - September 6

6:15pm | Triple Creek Park

J Members: $179 | Public: $259

Since 1945, the JCC Men’s Fastpitch Softball League has provided its players friendly competition, team camaraderie, and great exercise. There is a 16-game regular season, post-season tournament, All-Star Game, and awards. It’s going to be a great season!

INCLUSION

Mayerson JCC Disability Inclusion Awareness Programs

For children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities who are able to participate independently or with the help of their own personal care assistant. These inclusive classes are taught by our Schloss Special Needs and Services instructors and advocates.

ADAPTED BASKETBALL

Ages 18+

Every other Thursday

March 16 - May 25

7 - 8pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: FREE | Public: $25

In this exciting, team-focused exercise class, participants will work on basketball fundamentals while socializing and being active. Participants should be able to engage independently or with help of their own personal care assistant.

ADAPTED ZUMBA

Ages 18+

Every other Thursday

March 23 - May 18

7 - 8pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: FREE | Public: $25

No dance skills are required for this fun adapted class! Come enjoy this high-energy, low-impact, dance-based group exercise class.

FITNESS AND FRIENDS

Ages 16+

Sundays

March 12 - May 21

1 - 3pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: FREE | Public: $25

This engaging adaptive class offers lowimpact exercise, socializing, and creative crafts. Participants should be able to engage independently or with the help of their own personal care assistant.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS POWERLIFTING

Ages 16+

Saturdays

March 18 - May 20

12 - 1pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: FREE | Public: $25

Join us in partnership with the Special Olympics of Hamilton County (SOHC) for powerlifting courses and training! Spots are limited so sign up quickly!

PIGABILITIES TRAINING

Ages 14+

March 21 - April 29

Tuesdays from 6 - 7pm or Saturdays from 1:30 - 3:20pm | Location TBD

J Members: FREE | Public: $30

Join the J, in partnership with The Cincinnati Flying Pig, for an outdoor training course. Leading up to the PigAbilities one-mile event on May 6, this course is designed for participants (and their supporters) to run, walk, or roll at their own pace to cross the official Flying Pig Marathon Finish Swine. This program is for teens and adults with disabilities who are able to participate independently or with the help of their own personal care aid. Spots are limited! Visit flyingpigmarathon.com to register for the May 6 PigAbilities event.

INCLUSIVE YOUTH SPORTS

Ages 5 - 14

All JCC Youth Sports are inclusive of children of all abilities.

These programs are made possible by The Milton and Frances Schloss Special Needs and Services Fund for Children and Adults and supported by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati and The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati.

Swim Lessons at the J

We offer year-round swim lessons for all ages and abilities. Our aquatics program is designed to teach personal water safety and stroke development. All lessons are taught by certified instructors – both private, semi-private, and group options available.

Questions? Contact swimlessons@mayersonjcc.org

AQUATICS

PARENT/TODDLER

Ages 12 months - 3 years

March 13 - May 24 I JCC Aquatics Center

This class is designed to provide a joyful, loving, child-centered environment featuring songs and activities to encourage skill acquisition while developing a love of the water. An adult is required to be in the water during this class with each child.

DAY TIME J MEMBER PUBLIC

Sat 9:30 - 10am $203.50 $253

Sun 9:30 - 10am $203.50 $253

Mon 11 - 11:30am $203.50 $253 5 - 5:30pm

Wed 11 - 11:30am $203.50 $253

Group lessons cannot be prorated, refunded, or made up, due to limited class capacity.

SWIM TEAM CLINIC

Ages 6 - 16

March 14 - May 25

JCC Aquatics Center

SWIM 101

Ages 3 - 5

March 12 - May 26 I JCC Aquatics Center

In this class students will follow an activityoriented approach that utilizes child-centered progression for the following skills: submersion, breath control and breath holding, front, back and in-line kicking, and basic surface swimming.

DAY TIME J MEMBER PUBLIC

Sat 9 - 9:30am $203.50 $253

Sun 9 - 9:30am $203.50 $253

Mon 5:30 - 6pm $203.50 $253

Tues 11 - 11:30am $203.50 $253 11:30am - 12pm

Wed 5:30 - 6pm $185 $230

Thurs 11 - 11:30am $185 $230 11:30am - 12pm

Fri 10 - 10:30am $203.50 $253 10:30 - 11am

This class is designed for those swimmers who would like to learn basic swim team skills, including stroke work and endurance swims.

DAY TIME J MEMBER PUBLIC

Tues 5:30 - 6pm $203.50 $253

Thurs 5:30 - 6pm $185 $230

Presenting Sponsor:

SWIM 102/103

102: Ages 6 - 9

103: Ages 10 - 12

March 12 - May 27 I JCC Aquatics Center

This class is designed to accommodate motor skills and learning based on the child’s age. The instructor will cover the following skills: breath holding and control, flutter kicking on their front and back, in-line kicking, and freestyle.

Supporting Sponsors:

SWIM 201/202/203

201: Ages 3 - 5

202: Ages 6 - 9

203: Ages 10 - 12

March 12 - May 25 I JCC Aquatics Center

This course is designed to follow the 100-level classes. In this class the instructor will teach children how to swim freestyle with side breath, and backstroke. They will continue their work on flutter kick, breath control and streamline kicking.

Sun 10 - 10:30am $203.50 $253

Thurs 5:30 - 6pm $185 $230

SWIM 301/302/303

301: Ages 3 - 5

302: Ages 6 - 9

303: Ages 10 - 12

March 14 - May 27 I JCC Aquatics Center

This course is designed to follow the 200-level classes. In this class the instructor will teach the progression of breaststroke and butterfly while refreshing the students’ skills on freestyle and backstroke.

Questions?

Financial Assistance

Financial Assistance for membership and program fees is available to qualified applicants. Email membership@mayersonjcc.org for an application.

Myths & Holidays in Judaism

Thursdays

7pm | Virtual

FREE with RSVP

Ancient Mesopotamia was the cradle of some of the richest human civilizations. Emerging gradually as the first monotheistic religion, Judaism often rejected myths and beliefs prevalent in this region. Others, however, were too prevalent to be rejected all together, and were in fact incorporated and integrated into the new and evolving religion and culture.

In this series, we will follow such myths and traditions, echoing through the Bible and in Jewish customs. We will hear from some of the most interesting researchers exploring the overlap between Jewish traditions and regional epochs, read biblical texts in new

ways, and identify similar influences shared by other religions in the area.

UPCOMING TOPICS:

March 30 | Passover

April 27 | Freedom & Independence

May 18 | Shavuot

In partnership with HUC-JIR Cincinnati, coordinated by Liat Alon, PhD & Adjunct Lecturer at HUC-JIR.

Hoxworth Blood Drive

Be a Life Saver!

Schedule an appointment to give blood to help people in our community. All types are welcome!

The Samaritan Tradition: Exploring the Other Israel

HOXWORTH BLOOD DRIVE

Wednesday, March 29

9am - 3pm | Mayerson JCC Register at MayersonJCC.org

FILM SCREENING:

The Samaritans: A Biblical People by Moshe Alafi

Monday, March 13 5pm | The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati International Learning Center at the American Jewish Archives

LECTURE, EXHIBIT, & RECEPTION: Good Samaritans? Jewish-Samaritan Relations in the Roman World with Steven Fine, Ph.D. Churgin Professor of Jewish History, Yeshiva University

Monday, March 13

7pm | In-Person at Klau Library

LUNCH & LEARN

’He Showed Him the Likeness of the Tabernacle’: The Biblical Tabernacle in Samaritan Literature and Art with Steven Fine, Ph.D. Churgin Professor of Jewish History, Yeshiva University

Tuesday, March 14 12pm | In-Person at Klau Library

Register for these free events at: huc.edu/libraryseries/spring

A partnership of the Klau Library, American Jewish Archives, and Mayerson JCC, in association with the Yeshiva University Center for Israel Studies.

BATTERY AND LIGHTBULB COLLECTION

Tuesday, April 4

5 - 6:30pm | Mayerson JCC

Please bring your batteries and lightbulbs that no longer work to be recycled properly. Shomrei Olam will be organizing this collection.

RAINBOW CHALLAH BAKE

Ages 8+

Thursday, June 1

6 - 8:30pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $36 | Public: $43

ARTS & IDEAS SEASON SPONSORS

JEWISH COMMUNITY NIGHT AT THE REDS

Tuesday, May 23

6:40 - 11pm | Great American Ball Park $12.50 for first 400 tickets sold Kick off summer with the entire Jewish community at Great American Ball Park for Jewish Community Night! We’ll have an entire section reserved for you to socialize and meet new friends, all while enjoying the fun of the ballpark. First 500 will receive a special baseball hat! Made possible by support from Lauren & Jimmy Miller.

Join us for an evening of unity and Challah baking in celebration of Pride month. Make your own rainbow dough and, while it rises, enjoy light bites and drinks (kosher dairy). This event is family-friendly and will include fun crafts and a photo booth.

The Rockwern Charitable Foundation Jean E. Feinberg

Susan S. Friedlander (z”l) Jen and John Stein

Sunday, April 30

2 - 7pm | Summit Park

Celebrate 75 years of Israel’s independence at Summit Park! Join us for a multicultural festival highlighting the diversity of Israel through hands-on experiences, food, art, games, and more! Enjoy a special performance by popular Israeli drumming group Mayumana to conclude the festivities.

Artist Sponsor: Dr. & Mrs. Stephen N. Joffe

TOWARD YOUR FAVORITE CHARITY

if opened by April 30, 2023

jewishcincinnati.org/DAF

With years of experience in charitable advising, we can ensure your giving strategy is both meaningful and smart. Contact Mindy Garvey at (513) 985-1534 or mgarvey@jfedcin.org for more information.

Yom HaShoah

Day of Holocaust Remembrance

Sunday, April 16 2pm | Mayerson JCC

Join the Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center, the Mayerson JCC, and Jewish Family Service for this year’s Yom HaShoah commemoration to remember and mourn the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and to honor the survivors.

Yom HaZikaron

(Israel Memorial Day)

Monday, April 24 6:30 pm | Mayerson JCC

DONOR-ADVISED FUNDS

Yom HaAtzmaut

(Israel Independence Day)

Wednesday, April 26

Celebrate with us all day at the J!

Join the Cincinnati community for a memorial service to honor the soldiers and victims of terror who gave their lives in defense of the State of Israel.

20s & 30s Blue & White Party

Thursday, April 27 Time and Location TBD

Young Adults are invited to join the community in a celebration of Israel at the Blue & White Party. Enjoy drinks, appetizers, Israeli music, and good company!

CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILY

J MOBILE: MOVIE NIGHT

Saturday, May 20

9:30 - 11pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $3 | Public: $5

It’s show time! Gather with friends and family to watch movies under the stars at the J. Bring chairs or a blanket. Movie snacks are provided.

LEGO BUILDERS WITH BRIXILATED

Ages 5 - 12

Mondays, March 13 - May 22

5 - 6pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $200 | Public: $260

Become a LEGO master in this unique building experience, led by an instructor from Brixilated. Learn how to build several custom designs with your very own LEGO building kit, and have fun while building with your friends!

CAMP DISCOVERY

Ages 3 - 5

Tuesdays, March 14 - May 23

11 - 11:45am | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $110 | Public: $145

Discover a preview to all the fun, friends, adventures, and traditions of Camp at the J. Kids ages 3 to 5 can participate in camp games, arts and crafts, and learn cheers and songs at this miniature camp experience.

ISRAELI SCOUTS CLUB

Grades 4 - 8

Every Other Thursday

March 2 - May 25

6:30 - 8pm | Mayerson JCC

FREE with RSVP

Come to experience Israeli scouts with the Chaverim M’Israel!

WHAT WILL WE DO?

• Learn skills such as tying knots, starting a fire and building shelters

• Cook Israeli food in the scout way

• Make a lot of new friends

• Talk about Jewish values and interesting topics

TINY TOTS: OPEN PLAY

Ages 6 months - 3 years

Wednesdays

March 15 - May 24

10:30 - 11:15am | PJ Patch

J Members: FREE | Public: $55

Toddlers are invited to explore open play in the PJ Patch. A variety of activities will be set up to engage your toddler while you enjoy a cup of coffee with a friend at the J.

TINY TOTS AND TUNES

Ages 6 months - 3 years

Tuesdays

March 14 - May 23

9:30 - 10am | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $100 | Public: $130 Caregivers and toddlers can enjoy interactive classes that focus on social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development through fun and engaging classes. We use song, dance, movement, activities, and so much more to create a unique experience for everyone.

POKÉMON CLUB

Ages 5 - 13

Wednesdays

April 19 and May 3

5:30 - 7pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $10 | Public: $13

Cost is per occurrence.

Show off your skills at our Pokémon Club! New to Pokémon? Don’t worry! We’ll have a teaching area to learn. Bring your own cards or borrow ours to play. Dinner will be provided.

TINY TOTS: DANCE

Ages 2 - 3

Thursdays, March 16 - May 25

10:30 - 11am | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $200 | Public: $260

Dance with us in this fun movement class for toddlers and their caregiver. Taught by the Cincinnati Ballet’s Otto M. Budig Academy, toddlers will learn how to move their body to music and build confidence in their self-expression.

CREATIVE DANCE

Ages 3 - 5

Thursdays, March 16 - May 25

11 - 11:45am | Mayerson JCC

J Member: $200 | Public: $260

An introductory dance class taught by the Cincinnati Ballet’s Otto M. Budig Academy where students will learn the basics to of dance and movement. Dancers will enjoy exploring movement through music and games, all while building social skills, flexibility, and strength.

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

GIRLS ON THE RUN

Grades 3 - 5

Sundays and Tuesdays

February 26 - May 9

5:30 - 6:45pm

Mayerson JCC

FREE with Registration

Girls on the Run inspires girls, grades 3-5, to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running.

INCLUSIVE YOUTH SPORTS

Ages 5 - 14

All JCC Youth Sports are inclusive of children of all abilities.

Volunteer Coaches

The Sports and Recreation Department is looking for coaches qualified to teach youth skills in specific sports such as soccer, baseball, T-Ball, and basketball. Each parent will receive one FREE enrollment for each team coached per season. This is on a first come, first served basis. Contact sports@mayersonjcc.org for more information!

LITTLE BLUE JAYS T-BALL

Ages 3 - 5

Tuesdays, March 15 - May 23 4:30 - 5:30pm

J Members: $112 | Public: $142

Kids will play T-Ball for the JCC Little Blue Jays. Players will learn how to catch, throw, hit, and run the bases. Practices and team scrimmages are on Tuesdays from 4:30-5:30pm. Each player receives a T-shirt and hat.

JCC BLUE JAYS YOUTH BASEBALL

J Members: $112 | Public: $142

Mayerson JCC

Kids ages 3-14 will play for the JCC Blue Jays as part of the Cincinnati Knothole Baseball Association. There are five team options available depending on age: T-Ball, Coach Pitch, Class D, Class C, and Class B. See each option for details.

T-BALL

Ages 4 - 5

March 16 - June 18

PRACTICE:

Sundays 1 - 2pm; Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30pm

GAMES: Sunday afternoons beginning in April

COACH PITCH

Ages 6 - 7

March 16 - June 18

PRACTICE:

Sundays 1 - 2pm;

Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30pm

GAMES: Sunday afternoons beginning in April

CLASS D

Ages 8 - 9

March 16 - June 25

PRACTICE:

Sundays 2 - 3:30pm;

Thursdays 5:30 - 7pm

GAMES:

Sunday afternoons and some weekdays

CLASS C

Ages 10 - 11

March 14 - June 25

PRACTICE:

Sundays 4 - 5 :30pm; Tuesdays 5:30 - 7pm

GAMES: Sunday afternoons and some weekdays

CLASS B

Ages 12 - 14

March 15 - June 25

PRACTICE:

Sundays 5:30 - 7pm; Wednesdays 5:30 - 7pm

GAMES: Sunday afternoons and some weekdays

Mayerson JCC Youth & Family and Blue Jays Sports are proudly sponsored by Dr. Jacob Stadiem & Northeast Orthodontic Specialists and the Knue Family.

Camp at the J

June 12 - August 11, 2023

Weekly options available!

Our 9-week traditional camp brings all the fun, friends, adventures, and tradition in a safe and supportive environment.

June 12 - August 11

Camp at the J 9:30am - 3:30pm

J Members: $350 a week

Public: $400 a week

Before Crew 8am - 9:30am

J Members: $60 a week

Public: $70 a week

After Crew 3:30 - 6pm

J Members: $80 a week

Public: $100 a week

Lunch $30 a week

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

MAY 22, 2023

Break Camps

When school is out, the J is in! We offer School Break Camps and Snow Day Camps when many area schools are not in session. Bring the kids for a fun day of swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and more! Don’t forget to pack a swimsuit, lunch, and a towel!

Spring Break Camp

March 13 - 17

March 20 - 24

March 27 - 31

April 5

Aril 10

April 11

April 14

9:30am - 3:30pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $65 | Public: $85

Cost is per day.

Optional Extended Hours

Pickup by 6pm

J Members: +$20 Public: +$26

EARTH DAY POTTERY PAINTING WITH PJ

Ages 12 & under

Sunday, April 16

3 - 4:30pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $8 | Public: $10

Let’s celebrate earth day together. We will paint flower piggy banks, and once they are fired and ready to pick up, you can start a tzedakah project to celebrate our planet!

LET’S MAKE ICE CREAM WITH PJ LIBRARY

Ages 12 & under

Sunday, May 21

3 - 4:30pm | Mayerson JCC FREE with RSVP

Let’s fill the bag and shake it up and make homemade ice cream together and celebrate Shavuot! After the ice cream is made and you’ve walked the (kosher) topping bar, we will run out our wiggles outside!

LEARN MORE & SIGN UP: MayersonJCC.org/PJLibrary

PJ Library and PJ Our Way family programs are offered at the J and other local venues to children up to 11 years old with at least one Jewish parent. In partnership with the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, and thanks to generous funding from Anne Heldman, the Fisher family (founding sponsor), and the Harold Grinspoon Foundation.

PJ Our Way grows with your children! Now kids ages 9 - 11 can choose their own books each month from a safe, kid-friendly website. They’ll love building a library of their own!

BBYO summer registration is OPEN! Whether at camp, on a leadership program, or visiting Israel, Europe, or the Americas on a cross-cultural journey, a BBYO summer is an experience to remember.

Passport trips (for current 8th-12th graders): Elevate your summer with new experiences, new friendships, and a new way of looking at the world. BBYO Passport summer programs combine elements of active touring, community service, and meaningful Jewish experiences. Spanning 12 countries, we offer nearly 30 different programs with a range of themes and experiences for teens currently enrolled in grades 8–12.

Scholarship is available, as well as $3,000 RootOne travel vouchers and a Cincy Journeys grant for all Israel experiences.

20S AND 30S EVENTS

EARTH DAY SERVICE DAY

Sunday, April 23

Join us for an Earth Day Service Day and help repair one of the Greater Cincinnati Parks. More details coming soon!

SHAVUOT CHEESE TASTING

Sunday, May 28 7pm | The Rhined

J Members: $24 | Public: $28

Cheese is life. Have you been wanting to learn more about the delicious world of cheese? Every cheese has a story and we will explore each one in this fun-filled class. We’ll taste through and discuss several different families of cheese, dropping all the cheese knowledge so you can be prepared for any cheese situation.

Thursday, June 8 6pm | Losantiville Country Club Join

60 & Better Center at the J

Our award-winning 60 & Better Center offers many wellness, learning, and technology opportunities, arts classes, day trips, and helpful services. Adults ages 60 & Better are also eligible to receive discounted meals, transportation services, Meals on Wheels, Shalom Phone telephone reassurance, and much more.

The 60 & Better Center is a partner in the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance. This alliance allows us to bring cutting-edge, exciting, and relevant programs straight to your home! Head to MayersonJCC.org/SeniorAlliance to explore all of the offerings.

CELEBRATIONS

PASSOVER SEDER

Friday, March 31

11am | Mayerson JCC

$3 at the door

Join our JCC community to celebrate Passover with a beautiful Seder. Enjoy a brisket lunch after the program with J friends.

SPECIAL EVENTS

INTRODUCTION TO PHYSIOGNOMY (FACE READING)

Wednesday, March 22

5:30 - 7:30pm

Mayerson JCC

$18

Facilitator: Ralph Dehner

Enjoy an evening with our very own Tai Chi master, Ralph Dehner, for a fun, informative lesson on reading facial features to understand others and yourself. Physiognomy is based on the belief that every face is perfect and reveals its shape in both our gifts and our challenges.

Supported by the Wilbur M. Cohen Family Annual Grant to Support Mental Health and Wellness.

MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON

Friday, May 12

11:30am | Mayerson JCC

$3 I RSVP by May 5

Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day with wonderful music and J friends.

HEALTHY HEARING AND OTC HEARING HELP

Thursday, May 18

5:30 - 7pm I Mayerson JCC

Facilitator: Dr. Michael Romero

Hearing loss often occurs slowly over time, and hearing solutions can be complicated. This public health seminar can educate older adults, their families, and caregivers about hearing loss. You will also learn about the pros and cons of over-the-counter hearing aids, which may be an effective, lowcost option.

Made possible through a generous grant from the Jewish Home of Cincinnati.

DAY TRIPS

Join us for a fun day out with J friends! Day trip participants are required to meet at the J and ride the bus to and from the JCC. Registration is online, over the phone, or in-person. Trips must be paid for on the day of registration and bus transportation is included. Refunds will only be given if there is a waitlist and we’re able to fill your spot. Feel free to reach out with any dietary questions.

RHINEGEIST BREWERY TOUR AND HAPPY HOUR DINNER

Thursday, March 16

3 - 7:30pm | Rhinegeist Brewery

$30 includes tour and transportation; dinner is on your own

Enjoy an early dinner or appetizers with J friends at OTR’s Goose and Elder. After our dinner, we will head over to the famous Rhinegeist Brewery for a private tour and taste in OTR.

A CHORUS LINE AT PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK

Sunday, April 2

12:30 - 5pm | Playhouse in the Park

$50 includes ticket and transportation

Celebrate the grand opening of a new theatre with one singular sensation! Winner of 10 Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize, A Chorus Line finds 17 dancers competing for a role in a new Broadway musical. They must perfect vigorous dance combinations and share personal stories about their life in hopes of impressing the relentless director. Heartfelt monologues and beloved musical numbers like “At the Ballet,” “The Music and the Mirror,” and “What I Did for Love” underscore the dancers’ remarkable journeys to the stage. A Chorus Line is a timeless experience that’s bursting with artistic passion.

BUTTERFLY SHOW AT KROHN CONSERVATORY

Wednesday, April 19

10 - 3pm | Krohn Conservatory

$20 includes tickets and transportation

Spring has sprung, so let’s visit Krohn Conservatory’s beautiful butterfly show. After our visit, we will enjoy lunch out at Andy’s Mediterranean Grille.

MONET & FRIENDS ALIVE

Wednesday, May 3

8:30am - 6pm

Newfields Art Museum

$65 includes ticket and motor coach travel; lunch is on your own

Let’s spend the day at Newfields Art Museum! The moment you step out of the elevator into Floor 4 of the IMA Galleries, you are transported to 19th century Paris, when the face of European art changed forever. Your journey comes to life with a rich, dynamic display of light, color, and sound. Impressionist paintings, dance around you on an enormous scale, revealing the vivid detail and bold brushstrokes of some of the most famous artists of all time including Monet, Pissarro, Renoir, Cézanne, and more—all set to a musical score that includes Europe’s most renowned composers.

BEYOND BORDERS: THE ART OF SIONA BENJAMIN

Wednesday, May 10

1 - 4pm | Skirball Museum

$10 includes transportation and tour

Siona Benjamin has been making intricately detailed, transnational art with a feminist, Jewish, and political bend for almost two decades. Informing her artistic perspective is her distinct and unusual heritage. Benjamin is descended from the Bene Israel Jewish community whose lore dates them in Asia for 2,000 years. In predominantly Muslim and Hindu India, she was educated at Catholic and Zoroastrian schools, and at home lived as an observant Jew. Since emigrating from Mumbai to the United States in 1986, Benjamin has been pondering the meaning of belonging in her adopted homeland from all five of her identity markers: South Asian, immigrant, American, woman, and Jew.

1919 THE YEAR THAT CHANGED BASEBALL WALKING TOUR

Wednesday, May 17

10:30am - 3:30pm | Downtown Cincinnati

$40 includes tour and transportation; lunch is on your own

American Legacy Tours, in conjunction with the Reds Hall of Fame & Museum, are proud to present the new walking tour of downtown Cincinnati, celebrating Cincinnati’s central role in shaping the game of baseball. This 90-minute walking tour focuses on the events and activities surrounding the controversial 1919 World Series that matched up the Cincinnati Reds and the Chicago White Sox. The events of the series are often associated with the Black Sox Scandal. After our tour, we will enjoy lunch at Bru Burger Bar.

GLENDOWER HISTORIC MANSION AND ARBORETUM

Wednesday, May 31

10:30am - 3:30pm

Glendower Historic Mansion & Arboretum

$20 for tour and transportation; lunch is on your own

Built circa 1835-1840, the hillside manor, Glendower Historic Mansion, is noted as “one of the finest examples of Residential Greek Revival architecture style in the Midwest.” During its colorful history, Glendower was a home to the families of a prosecuting attorney, a Union Civil War general, and a rich socialite. After our tour we will enjoy lunch out at the Breakfast Club Café.

60 & BETTER

ONGOING GROUPS AND ACTIVITIES

PARENTS OF ADULT CHILDREN: MANAGING CHANGING RELATIONSHIPS

2nd Tuesday of the month starting March 14

11:30am - 12:30pm | Mayerson JCC

Facilitators: Louis Liner and Elaine Hordes

We all want to be treated with dignity and respect, particularly as we age, and sometimes the more things change the more we want them to stay the same. Adult children can have different ideas about what is best for their parents. Meet with us to discuss these and other challenges related to intergenerational communication and support. Feel free to bring lunch.

Join us to support each other in a safe environment and work on:

• maintaining and improving relationships setting boundaries

• communicating needs and wishes to get them met while keeping lines of communication open

• learning how to have difficult conversations

Made possible through a generous grant from the Jewish Home of Cincinnati.

RUMMIKUB

Mondays

1 - 3pm

Mayerson JCC

Come learn this fun game with J friends! Rummikub is a tile-based game that is a combination of rummy and mahjong. It’s easy to learn and we are happy to teach any potential players.

LET’S CHAT

Mondays

1 - 3pm

Virtual Facilitator: Joan Wyler

This informal discussion group allows the 60 & Better community to engage in meaningful conversations. Share what movies, books, and restaurants you love.

In partnership with the Talbert House.

ACTIVE MINDS

Tuesdays

1 - 2:30pm

Virtual & Mayerson JCC

Facilitator: Bernice Pollack

This stimulating discussion group allows the 60 & Better community to engage in meaningful conversations, ranging from current events to how to remain active as you age.

In partnership with the Talbert House.

CHESS & SCRABBLE CLUB

Tuesdays & Thursdays

2 - 6pm | J Café

Come join in on a rousing game of chess or scrabble. Don’t know how to play? Don’t worry, we’ll have friends to teach you. All ages are welcome to participate.

LUNCH CLUB MEET UPS

4th Wednesday of the Month

12 - 1:30pm

In-person at Designated Locations

Let’s meet for lunch once a month at favorite area restaurants. Must be a current J member. RSVP required to Louis Liner at 513.761.7500 ext. 1226.

April 26 | Korea House at Harper’s Point

May 24 | Taglio’s in Montgomery

ADULT CHILDREN OF AGING PARENTS GROUP

4th Tuesday of the Month

6:30 | Mayerson JCC

Facilitators: Louis Liner and Leslie Brody

More adults these days find themselves becoming a caregiver for a family member, especially as the older demographic continues to grow in number. While there are many resources available for adult children who are caring for their aging parents, the issue lies in locating these resources, as well as identifying and connecting with people in similar situations who understand their needs. The Mayerson JCC 60 & Better Center, in partnership with Jewish Family Service, invite you to participate in this group to explore and address these challenges.

Made possible through a generous grant from the Jewish Home of Cincinnati

Learn more at MayersonJCC.org/AgingParents

60 & BETTER

ONGOING GROUPS AND ACTIVITIES

JEWISH SHORT STORIES CLUB

2nd Thursday of each Month

1 - 2:30pm | Mayerson JCC

Facilitator: Elaine Hordes

Let’s get together the second Thursday of each month to read short stories written by Jewish Authors. We will read the stories together so there is no need to prepare for this book club. Call Elaine at 513-761-7500 ext. 1240 to RSVP.

DROP-IN WITH THE SOCIAL WORKER

Wednesdays

2 - 3pm | Mayerson JCC

Facilitator: Louis Liner

Have questions about accessing care or help planning for changes in life, coping with physical and mental health status changes, or help in deciding how to help care for a loved one? If Louis can’t help you directly, he will help refer you to someone who can. Drop in to talk with Louis on a Wednesday between 2-3pm. No appointment necessary. Louis is also available for scheduled appointments by calling 513.761.7500 ext. 1226.

LET’S SCHMOOZE

Fridays

10:30 - 11:45am | Mayerson JCC

Facilitator: Elaine Hordes

Bring your favorite coffee and come schmooze with the 60 & Better Center. Are you new to the J? This is a great way to meet new friends!

MAH JONGG GROUPS

Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm | Card Room 2pm - 6pm | J Café

Bring your Mahj group to play and enjoy lunch and camaraderie at the J Café.

FRIDAY FLICKS

Fridays 10am or 1pm

Mayerson JCC

Price: $1 suggested donation

SPIRITUAL TALKS

1st Thursday of the Month

11am | Mayerson JCC

Facilitators: Rabbi Yair Walton & Miriam Karp

March 2 | Joy & Purim

(No April Session)

May 4 | Spring Fever

June 1 | Commanded or Connected –The 10 Commandments

Come watch a movie on the big screen at the J! We offer two showings and films are listed in our bi-monthly 60 & Better newsletter.

MITZVAH KNIT CLUB

4th Wednesday of the Month

10:30 - 11:30am | Mayerson JCC

Do you love to knit, or have you always wanted to learn? Let’s knit or crochet items to donate to local organizations in need such as Crayons to Computers. All levels are welcome. Contact Katie at 513.761.7500 ext. 1222 to join the club.

MULTIMEDIA ART OPEN ART STUDIO

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10am - 12pm | JCC Art Studio

Open art studio is back. Bring your own art supplies to create art in our JCC studio. All levels are welcome to create! Space is limited and RSVP is required.

All the classes are free with one-time RSVP

FIT FOR LIFE

Mondays

9:30 - 10:30am | Mayerson JCC & Virtual Instructor: Kelly Greulich

Wednesdays

9:30 - 10:30am | Mayerson JCC & Virtual Instructor: Clara Nyktas

This class features exercises that focus on strength and cardio cross-training, as well as balance and range of motion.

STRETCH WITH MEDITATION

Mondays

10:30 - 11:15am | Mayerson JCC Instructor: Kelly Greulich

Let’s learn essential stretches to add to your daily routine. Each class will end with a 15-minute guided meditation to help reduce stress and boost your mood. Simple stretching has been proven to prevent many injuries, make you feel great, and give you more energy, too.

STRETCH FOR LIFE

Fridays

10:30 - 11:00am

Mayerson JCC Instructor: Jen Distasio

This 30 min stretching class will teach you basic stretches to add to your daily routine.

Made possible through a generous donation from the Wilbur M. Cohen Family annual grant to support health and wellness.

TAI CHI

Wednesdays | 10:30 - 11:30am

Mayerson JCC & Virtual Instructor: Ralph Dehner

YOGA FOR SENIORS

Tuesdays | 10:30 - 11:30am

Thursdays | 1 - 2pm

Mayerson JCC & Virtual Instructor: Mary Seibert

This class will help with strength, flexibility, and balance through a variety of supported tri-yoga flows. Participants should be able to move easily from seated to standing positions.

This ongoing Tai Chi program helps with arthritis, balance, and memory. Learn an ancient Yang-style short form. Beginners are always welcome.

NEW! CORE STRENGTH

Wednesdays

4 - 4:45pm | Mayerson JCC

Instructor: Amanda Barraza

Let’s target your lower abs, glutes, and back to help you improve posture and confidence.

Made possible through a generous donation from the Wilbur M. Cohen Family annual grant to support health and wellness.

BELLY DANCE

Fridays

9:30 - 10:30am

Mayerson JCC

Instructor: Tina Topping

Learn how to shake those hips in this fun, beginner-friendly belly dancing class! Tina Topping will teach you all the fundamentals for a low-impact, aerobic workout.

Purchase an optional hip scarf at www.bellydance.com.

Helpful Services

Transportation

513.722.7255

Our transportation services provide independence and access to many of the activities that contribute to a better quality of life. services include :

• Non-emergency medical appointments

• To/from the JCC

• Shopping and pharmacy trips

Shalom Phone

513.761.7500 ext. 1226

This FREE outreach program provides socialization as well as regular safety checks by volunteer callers. We also offer emergency assurance devices at a discounted monthly rate.

Meals on Wheels

513.792.5667

Meals on Wheels provides regular nutrition and daily contact with caring volunteers. services include :

• Meals for the homebound

• Private Kosher Meals on Wheels

• Emergency kosher meals

Dining

513.761.7500 x 1222

You have many delicious and affordable dining options at the JCC. Choose any combination of up to two meals per day:

60 & Better Membership

513.761.7500 x1218

The 60 & Better Center Membership allows seniors ages 60+ to participate in any programs offered by the 60 & Better Center, but does not include access to the Fitness Center, Aquatic Center/pools, or indoor walking track.

General Financial Aid

The Mayerson JCC offers need-based financial assistance in an effort to make the JCC accessible to everyone. Scholarships are offered for JCC membership, programming, Camp at the J, All Day at the J, After Crew, and the JCC Early Childhood School. Contact: membership@mayersonjcc.org for an application.

Inclusion

The JCC provides programs that help accommodate people with disabilities. Schloss Special Needs and Services strives to support and enrich the lives of individuals with special needs and their families.

Many JCC classes and programs are available to people with special needs, including the JCC Early Childhood School and Camp at the J.

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• Senior Meal Deal at the J Café

• Hot Kosher lunch, Monday-Friday at noon

• To Go Meals

Inclusion programs are generously funded by Paul Heldman and Deborah Kirshner. Made possible by The Milton and Frances Schloss Special Needs and Services Fund for Children and Adults.

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Support the J

CONSIDER A GIFT TO THE JCC

Your support is crucial in helping us navigate the challenges we are faced with due to the pandemic. We are dedicated to upholding our mission and values throughout these unprecedented times—connecting people so that they can live happier and fuller lives, creating a more vibrant Jewish community.

Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to help us continue to serve our community. Every dollar makes a difference. To donate, visit MayersonJCC.org/Support.

VOLUNTEER

Whether you want to give back to the community, make new friends, earn community service hours, or enhance your resume, the Mayerson JCC has many volunteer opportunities available year-round. Volunteers are matched with positions that fit their skills and interests. See opportunities and sign up online at MayersonJCC.org/Volunteer.

CR E ATE YOUR JEW I SH L E G ACY

Consider a legacy gift to the JCC or PJ Library. Your impact can continue beyond your lifetime, as you help to create important community connections for generations to come. This could be the most important gift you ever make. Contact Rick Lefton at 513.761.7500 ext. 1293 or visit The Legacy Flame near the J Café to learn more about how you can join this vitally important initiative!

Supported by The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati and other generous donors. Certain programs also receive funds administered by the Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio.