Winter Program Guide 2023

New Year, new J! Whatever your resolution is, we can help you achieve it at the J – whether it’s spending more time with friends and family or working towards your fitness goals.

We are excited to reenergize the Mayerson JCC this new year. Kicking off 2023, the Jewish and Israeli Film Festival will showcase incredible and inspiring films, from dramas to comedies. Our new J Baby program will offer prenatal classes with a Jewish twist to soon-to-be parents. And we are launching another community-wide Mission to Israel, happening in 2024, which you won’t want to miss.

We also have some new fitness programs like Women and Weights, which teaches how to properly lift weights in a small group setting. As always, there are plenty of classes and activities to keep your children busy and engaged.We cannot wait to see what 2023 brings, and we hope you will join us!

TABLE of CONTENTS

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Fitness & Wellness J Spa Adult Sports & Recreation Inclusion

Aquatics Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life J Baby Children, Teens & Family Youth Sports Camp at the J PJ Library Teens 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

Marc Fisher Mayerson JCC CEO

Ronnen Isakov Mayerson JCC Board President

BUILDING HOURS

REGULAR BUILDING HOURS

Monday - Thursday: 5:30am - 9pm Friday: 5:30am - 7pm

Fitness, Indoor Track, and Training

Monday - Thursday: 5:30am - 9pm Friday: 5:30am - 7pm Saturday - Sunday: 7am - 7pm

Pool Hours

Our outdoor pool is closed for the season. The indoor Aquatic Center is open year round. For more detailed information and hours, visit MayersonJCC.org/Hours.

Winter Holidays

Saturday, December 24, 2022: Christmas Eve Building: 7am - 5pm*

Sunday, December 25, 2022: Christmas Day Building: 7am - 5pm* The J Spa is closed.

Monday, December 26, 2022: Christmas Day (Observed) The building is open. Administrative offices and 60 & Better Center are closed.

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 - 6pm Friday: 8am - 2pm Saturday: Closed Sunday: 8am - 3pm 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

Saturday, December 31, 2022: New Year’s Eve Building: 7am - 5pm*

Sunday, January 1, 2023: New Year’s Day Building: 7am - 5pm* J Cafe: 8am - 2pm The J Spa is closed.

Monday, January 2, 2023: New Year’s Day (Observed) The building is open. Administrative offices and 60 & Better Center are closed.

Monday, January 16, 2023: Martin Luther King Jr. Day The building is open. 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.

Join by January 31 and pay $0 enrollment fee if you mention this ad.

Join by December 31 to also receive 50% off your first month of membership dues.

May not be combined with any other offer. Required new month to month Mayerson JCC membership. May not have been a Mayerson JCC member since September 2020. Mayerson JCC account must be in good standing.

Prenatal classes with a Jewish twist!

Thursdays Jan. 19 - Feb. 9

So, you’re starting a Jewish family, but need some help to prepare. The J will offer soon-to-be parents essential classes on the basics of childbirth and infancy care through this new program called J Baby!

Start your new journey with J Baby!

MayersonJCC.org

Engage at the J

Life was meant for good friends and great adventures.

“ The Young Adult program creates a community. It’s a broad range of ages, with people in different places in their lives. It’s a great way to connect people during all those life-changing moments.”

Lulu Gordon 20s and 30s

Engagement Professional

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.

COMMIT TO BE FIT: THE NEXT LEVEL

Ages 16+

January 8 - April 1

J Members: Starting at $288 | Public: Starting at $408

Let’s get you to your next level of fitness! Join us for this 12-week program, where you will be able work on what you need in a small group setting. Lose weight, get toned, feel better and advance in your workout routine while competing for points to win awesome prizes!

WOMEN AND WEIGHTS

Ages 16+

January 10 - April 1

J Members: Starting at $288 | Public: Starting at $408

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 PILATES: STRONG AND FIT

Ages 16+

January 10 - April 1

J Members: Starting at $288 | Public: Starting at $408

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.

MARCH MADNESS

Ages 16+

March 1 - 31

Free for Members

Attend 16 Group Ex classes in March and receive a $10 J Bucks gift card! Pick up a March Madness card and bring it back to have it punched each time you attend a Group Ex class. Turn in your completed card to the Fitness Desk to receive your gift card!

Email membership@mayersonjcc.org for an application.

Email membership@mayersonjcc.org for an application.

PILATES SPECIALTY PILATES

PILATES REFORMER

Ages 16+

January 3 - March 11

Training options available

J Members: Starting at $234

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+

January 7 - March 11

J Members: Starting at $260

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

RESTORATIVE STRETCH PILATES

Ages 16+

January 3 - March 11

J Members: Starting at $260

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+

January 3 - March 7

J Members: Starting at $260

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.

Financial Assistance for membership and program fees is available to qualified applicants.

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 Fitness Desk!

JANUARY: Top five members with the most intensity points will win a $20 J Gift Card.

FEBRUARY: Track your workouts for at least 10 days in the month and be entered to win a free registration for the Stick with It program in Spring 2023!

MARCH: Reach 3,000 intensity points to be entered to win one of three 30-minute J Spa massages!

EatLove is a nutritional system that provides custom meal recommendations and coaching to help build lasting, healthy habits around food. The platform, which is available exclusively to JCC members, combines scientific data with flexible, real-time intelligence to fuel success on your wellness journey.

Even a 30-minute massage can greatly reduce your stress, especially when you include aromatherapy!

Aromatherapy has been used in healing practices for thousands of years and can provide additional stress relief, improved sleep, and a calmer mood. The highly trained and licensed massage therapists at the J Spa can customize your 30-minute massage with one of the essential oils listed below (ask your technician for additional recommendations).

LAVENDER - this popular floral scent is used for relieving stress, calming headaches, and improving sleep

LEMONGRASS OR GRAPEFRUIT - these citrus oils are said to boost one’s mood and relieve tension

EUCALYPTUS - often used to ease sinus and respiratory congestion

EGYPTIAN GERANIUM - this rosy scent can alleviate anxiety, leaving one feeling more grounded and calm L

PEPPERMINT - frequently used to calm nausea and ease headache pain (not recommended during pregnancy)

Bring this ad to receive a 30-minute custom massage with aromatherapy for only $45 (does not include tax or gratuity). PLUS, refer a friend who visits the J Spa and you’ll both receive 25% off! Visit the Fitness Desk for more details. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts. COVID REMINDERS: At this time, masks may be required. Clients must be 17 years of age or older. Prenatal massages are available for guests in their second or third trimesters (doctor’s release required).

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.

SPORTS LEAGUES

PICK-UP PICKLEBALL

Ages 16+

January 3 - March 7 | 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.

MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Ages 18+

Mondays

January 23 - May 8

6pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $112 | Public: $142

The JCC Men’s Basketball League provides our players friendly competition, team camaraderie, and great exercise. There is a 10-game regular season, post-season tournament, and awards. It’s going to be a great season!

Players can purchase jerseys for $30.

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 16game regular season, season-ending 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

January 5 - March 2

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

January 12 - March 9

7 - 8pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: FREE | Public: $25

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

SPECIAL OLYMPICS POWERLIFTING

Ages 16+ Saturdays

January 7 - March 11

12 - 1pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: FREE | Public: $25

Join us for powerlifting courses and training! Spots are limited so sign up quickly!

In partnership with Special Olympics of Hamilton County.

FITNESS AND FRIENDS

Ages 16+ Sundays

January 8 - March 5

1 - 3pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: FREE | Public: $25

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

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

Questions? Contact swimlessons@mayersonjcc.org

AQUATICS

BARRACUDA WATER ACCLIMATION

Ages 6 months - 3 years I JCC Aquatics Center

January 8 - March 11

J Members: $158 | Public: $198

Caregivers will be in the water with their children (required) to help them become familiar with the pool.

Participants will learn through songs and games in a small group setting of up to six children.

Saturday 9:30 - 10am Sunday 9:30 - 10am Tuesday 5:30 - 6pm

FLYING FISH WATER ACCLIMATION, SUBMERSION, AIR EXCHANGE

Ages 3 - 5 | JCC Aquatics Center

January 8 - March 11

J Members: $158 | Public: $198

For those with little experience in the water, classes are taught in a small group setting of up to six 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 streamlining with assistance.

Saturday 9 - 9:30am

Sunday 9 - 9:30am

Wednesday 5 - 5:30pm

MAKO SHARK BODY POSITION, FORWARD MOMENTUM

Ages 3 - 6 | JCC Aquatics Center

January 8 - March 11

J Members: $158 | Public: $198

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). Swimmers will also begin learning how to tread water.

Saturday 10 - 10:30am

Sunday 10 - 10:30am

Wednesday 5:30 - 6pm

SWIM TEAM CLINIC

Ages 7 - 18 I JCC Aquatics Center

January 10 - March 7

J Member: $158 | Public: $198

This class is designed for those swimmers that will be doing swim team over the summer, to get them ready with stroke work, endurance swims and team basics.

Tuesday 6 - 6:30pm

VIRTUAL

The Thread Collectors

by Shaunna J. Edwards & Alyson Richman

Thursday, January 12, 2023 7pm | Virtual FREE with RSVP

Authors Shaunna J. Edwards and Alyson Richman will join us virtually to discuss their powerful novel, The Thread Collectors, set during the brutal Civil War about two women—one Black and yearning for freedom in New Orleans, the other a Jewish abolitionist in New York. As these two women risk everything for love and freedom, their paths converge in New Orleans, where an unexpected encounter leads them to discover that even the most delicate threads have the capacity to save us. Loosely inspired by the authors’ family histories, this stunning novel will capture readers’ hearts from the very first page.

Sunday, May 7 11am - 3pm Mayerson JCC (in-person)

The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation The Rockwern Charitable Foundation

Jean E. Feinberg Susan S. Friedlander Jen and John Stein

Thursdays

IN JUDAISM

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.

In partnership with Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Cincinnati Campus

UPCOMING TOPICS:

(More topics will be announced throughout 2023)

Be a Life Saver!

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

HOXWORTH BLOOD DRIVE

Prenatal

Jewish twist!

Thursdays

January 19 - February 9

6 - 8pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $136 I Public: $163

Pre-Class Social Sunday, Jan. 15 10am - 12pm | Mayerson JCC

So, you’re starting a Jewish family, but need some help to prepare?

The J will offer soon-to-be parents essential classes on the basics of childbirth and infant care through a new program called J Baby! Join in community with others who are expecting their first child during this prenatal series. The fourpart program will include courses taught by certified professionals, pediatricians, and doulas and will prepare parents for labor and delivery, breastfeeding, and newborn safety. Enjoy this experience together to further deepen your connection with other families at this stage of life. Start your new journey with J Baby!

January 15 | Pre-Class Social

January 19 | Jewish Life Cycle

January 26 | Newborn Care & Safety

February 2 | Breastfeeding

February 9 | Labor & Delivery

CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILY

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN

Ages 7+

Wednesdays, February 1 - 22

4 - 5:30pm | Out of Thyme Kitchen

J Members: $180 | Public: $235

Kids are invited to the Out of Thyme Kitchen for a cooking experience. Kids will explore a professional kitchen and discover tools and techniques for a beginning chef. This class will focus on simple recipes that kids can re-create on their own at home. Chefs-in-training will receive a fun and safe introduction to the delicious world of cooking!

TU B’SHEVAT & THE TOPSY TURVY BUS

Ages 10 and Underr

Sunday, January 22

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

Families are invited to an ecoawareness event in celebration of Tu B’Shevat, a Jewish holiday that celebrates trees and the environment. The Topsy Turvy Bus is a real bus and a beloved children’s book. Author Anita Fitch Pazner will join us at the J and share her Topsy Turvy story. Families have the opportunity to learn ecofriendly strategies and make a kitchen compost of their very own.

In partnership with the Jewish Book Council.

HANUKKAH AT FOUNTAIN SQUARE

Wednesday, December 21

6 - 7:30pm | Fountain Square

J Member: $3 | Public: $3

KIDS NIGHT OUT: KIDOKINETICS

Ages 5 - 12

Saturday, February 11

7 - 9:30pm | Mayerson JCC J Members: $20 | Public: $26

Run, jump, score, and play with us and Kidokinetics, no parents allowed! Kids will experience two hours of nonstop sports, games, and more. Kidokinetics encourages kids to develop lifelong healthy habits using unique approaches to sports and physical activity. Get moving this winter with fitness fun.

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTING CLASS

Ages 11-16

Monday, February 20 9am - 5pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $92 | Public: $120

Earn your ARC Babysitting Certification through this interactive course. Learn the latest information on child care, basic first aid, and emergency protocols. Participants should bring a doll or stuffed animal and a packed lunch.

Celebrate Hanukkah with the Cincinnati Jewish Community! Enjoy an outdoor menorah lighting, ice skating, bumper cars, and so much more on Fountain Square.

In partnership with the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati and Chabad of Southern Ohio.

TINY TOTS: OPEN PLAY

Ages 2 - 3 years

Wednesdays

January 4 - March 8

10:30 - 11:15am | PJ Patch

J Members: FREE | Public: $50

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

TINY TOTS AND TUNES

Ages 6 months - 3 years

Tuesdays

January 3 - March 7

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.

POKEMON CLUB

Ages 5 - 13

Wednesdays

January 4, February 1, March 1

5:30 - 7pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $10 | Public: $13

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 6 months - 3 years

Thursdays, January 5 - March 9

10:30 - 11am | Mayerson JCC

J Member: $200 | Public: $260

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

CREATIVE DANCE

Ages 3 - 5

Thursdays, January 5 - March 9

11 - 11:45am | Mayerson JCC

J Member: $200 | Public: $260

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

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

EVERYONE’S A STAR: MUSICAL EDITION!

Ages 8 - 13

Tuesdays and Thursdays

January 3 - May 14

5:30 - 7pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $600* | Public: $780*

Join us for a NEW musical theatre workshop! In this collaborative drama class for kids, children will learn a variety of acting skills and exercises, as well as the basics of musical theatre, vocal performance, choreography, character development, ensemble building, and storytelling. Not a performer? Not a problem! We are looking for students interested in stage crew to join our class too. These students will get to work on technical aspects of the theatre including scenic design, prop making, costume design, and stage crew. Culmination of this program will be a musical performance of Disney’s Aladdin Jr. Class will meet for tech week on the following dates: May 2 - 4 and 7 - 9. Performances will be on May 10, 11, and 14. Timing for these rehearsals and performances will be provided as the dates get closer.

EVERYONE’S A STAR MINI

Ages 5 - 7 Sundays

January 8 - May 7

4 - 5pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $250* | Public: $325*

In this fun drama class, children will participate in theatre games and activities that encourage creativity, self-expression, and self-confidence.

* Fees for these classes will be billed in five monthly installments.

YOUTH PICKLEBALL

Ages 8 - 14

Mondays

January 9 - March 6

4:30 - 5:30pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $90 | Public: $120

Learn and play the game of Pickleball, which combines tennis and table tennis into a fast-paced, fun game!

INCLUSIVE YOUTH SPORTS

Ages 4 - 14

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

JCC LITTLE BLUE JAYS YOUTH BASKETBALL

Ages 3 - 5 Thursdays

January 5 - March 9

4:30 - 5:30pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $106 | Public: $136

Play for the JCC Little Blue Jays basketball team! Players will learn how to dribble, shoot, pass, and play defense.

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 serve basis. Contact sports@mayersonjcc.org for more information!

JCCA MACCABI GAMES

Ages 13 - 16

ISRAEL

JULY 5 - 25, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

AUGUST 6 - 11, 2023

The JCC Maccabi Games are an Olympic-style sporting competition held each summer in North America and are the second-largest organized sports program for Jewish teenagers in the world. Jewish teens gather from across the U.S. and around the world, forming friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. Interested in participating in the 2023 Maccabi Team Cincinnati? Contact Anne at angoldstein@mayersonjcc.org

JCC BLUE JAYS YOUTH BASEBALL

J Members: $112 | Public: $142 Mayerson JCC

Kids ages 4 - 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 details below.

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.

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June 12 - August 11

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

Before Crew hours: 8am - 9:30am

After Crew hours: 3:30 - 6pm

J Members: $350 a week

Public: $400 a week

Before Crew J Members: $60 a week

Public: $70 a week

After Crew

J Members: $80 a week

PJ LIBRARY & PJ OUR WAY

SNOW TUBING WITH PJ LIBRARY

Ages 12 & under Monday, February 20

TBD | Perfect North Slopes

J Members: $15 | Public: $18

Lace up your snow boots and layer up because we are getting together to go snow tubing at Perfect North! If you already have a season pass at Perfect North, please contact Marisa at mphillips@mayersonjcc.org to sign up.

In partnership with Camp Livingston.

TIE DYE HAMANTASCHEN WITH PJ LIBRARY

Ages 12 & under Tuesday, February 28

5:30 - 7pm | Mayerson JCC

J Members: $10 | Public: $13

Roll up your sleeves and come wearing your tie dye t-shirts because PJ Library is bringing tie dye to hamantaschen! Together we will make the dough, dye them all the colors, fill them with delicious filling and take them home to bake! Kosher dinner will be provided.

In partnership with Camp Livingston. * Please register by Monday, February 27.

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!

Save a risk-free spot at the program of your choice—your $250 registration fee is fully refundable through February 28, 2023!

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.

YOUNG ADULT EVENTS

20S AND 30S EVENTS

SAVE THE DATES!

LATKAPALOOZA

Saturday, December 24

8pm - Midnight | Copper & Flame

Join young adults on Christmas Eve for a night of merriment! More event details to come soon. In partnership with Jewish Federation of Cincinnati - YAD

WINTER SERVICE PROJECT

Sunday, January 15

12pm | Queen City Kitchen

Spend the afternoon serving meals at Queen City Kitchen, in honor of MLK Day. Limited space available –you won’t want to miss this chance to give back!

FILM FESTIVAL HAPPY HOUR

Saturday, January 28

Join us on opening night of the Jewish and Israeli Film Festival! Say cheers and get into the movie-watching mood with other 20s and 30s before the film screening. In partnership with Jewish Federation of Cincinnati - YAD

TU B’SHVAT POTTERY CLASS

Sunday, February 5

New year, new plant! Come to our flower pot paint night. Drinks and light apps provided.

SEASONAL COCKTAIL CLASS

Thursday, February 23

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your favorite drink at home? Let the J help make that dream come true! Please join us for a night of cocktail making and schmoozing with other 20s and 30s.

20s & 30s SPEAKER SERIES

Thursday, March 23

Check back for more information on how to maintain Judaism in your ever-changing adult life.

Engage at the J

Life was meant for good friends and great adventures.

A lot of milestones and major life decisions often happen in your 20s and 30s. Finding others to go through this part of your journey with can be difficult, and forming new relationships while everyone seems to be at different points in their lives can seem daunting. However, the Young Adult program at the Mayerson JCC wants people in that age group to know they are not alone.

“The Young Adult program creates a community,” said Lulu Gordon, the J’s 20s and 30s engagement professional. “It’s a broad range of ages, with people in different places in their lives. It’s a great way to connect people during all those life-changing moments.”

Gordon started at the J recently and hopes to reinvigorate the Young Adult program through group hangouts and other partnerships. “We’ll have everything from happy hours to educational and professional development events,” she said.

Director of Cultural Arts & Engagement, Frances Kahan, is also excited to see what the future holds for the Young Adult program. “I know Lulu is excited to hop into this

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The Young Adult program creates a community. It’s a broad range of ages, with people in different places in their lives. It’s a great way to connect people during all those life-changing moments.”

Lulu Gordon 20s and 30s

Engagement Professional

role and plan fun and engaging events,” Kahan said. “Because of COVID, it was difficult to be together, but now we are building back and moving forward.”

As the Mayerson JCC serves as a sort of town square for people in the community, there was an intentional dedication of effort to work with other young adult groups, including ish, Jewish Federation’s YAD, RUACH at Rockdale, and others.

“The focus is to create opportunities for this generation to connect and develop lasting friendships,” Kahan said.

Want

to get involved? Get updates about events and other opportunities to connect.

20s & 30s Engagement Professional Lulu Gordon (left) and Director of Cultural Arts & Engagement Frances Kahan.

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.

In-person programs are subject to change based on pandemic and safety requirements. Please call 513-761-7500 ext. 1240 with any questions.

WINTER LUNCHEON

Friday, January 20

Tuesday, March 7

TU B’SHEVAT LUNCHEON

Friday, February 3

THE WHOLE BODY RESET

by Stephen Perrine with Heidi Skolnik

Thursday, January 26 7pm

Join us for an informative evening with authors Stephen Perrine and Heidi Skolnik and learn about this easy-to-follow weight loss program. Designed to prevent age-related muscle loss, reverse agerelated weight gain, and preserve long-term health the program shares six simple secrets, scores of easy-to-follow recipes, and sample menus designed for real people living in the real world. The plan was developed and tested by AARP, and approved by an international board of doctors, nutritionists, and fitness experts.

Stephen Perrine – author, editor and publisher – is Executive Editor for AARP the Magazine and AARP Bulletin overseeing health and wellness coverage.

Heidi Skolnik is a nutritionist and exercise physiologist who has appeared on national media; oversees Performance Nutrition at the School of American Ballet and The Julliard School; has been part of the Women Sports Medicine Center at Hospital for Special Surgery; and has served as team nutritionist for the New York Giants, New York Knicks, and New York Mets.

In partnership with:

MERCY HEALTH SPEAKER SERIES STROKE PREVENTION

AARP TAX PREP Thursdays in February and March

Mayerson JCC

AARP is back to help you with your taxes. Registration is required beginning on January 3 by calling 513.761.7500 ext. 1240 or ext. 1222.

A MATTER OF BALANCE WORKSHOP

Mondays, March 6 - April 24

1 - 3pm | Mayerson JCC FREE

with RSVP

Wednesday, January 18

5:30pm | Mayerson JCC

Facilitator: Dr. John Kachoris

Join John Kachoris, MD, Neurologist and stroke expert from Riverhills Neuroscience to learn about signs and symptoms of a stroke, your risk factors and common treatments.

Did you know?

A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked and cells become oxygen deprived and start to die.

There are more than 795,000 strokes that happen every year in the US. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a person has a stroke every 40 seconds.

A stroke is one of the top causes of death and/or disability in the US.

Falling does not have to be “just a part of aging.” Many things can be done to prevent falls. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce the fear of falling and gently increase activity levels. Participants meet in small groups once per week for eight weeks, where they learn to view falls as controllable, set realistic goals, change their environment to reduce risk factors, and exercise to increase strength and balance. Register online at www.help4seniors.org or by calling Brittaney Burton at 513.345.8637.

THE JOY OF WRITING

Tuesdays, February 7 - 28

10 - 12pm | Mayerson JCC

$40

Facilitator: Judith Pransky

Journals, blogs, diaries, memoirs, articles, essays, short stories, novels... if the thought of creating any of these leaves you delighted (rather than horrified), this workshop is for you!

Author and Writing Coach Judith Pransky will use techniques like writing marathons, prompts, and exercises to encourage the flow of words. The workshop will also provide a helpful and supportive community for kindly critiquing works-in-progress for those who want to share their pieces. Judith’s award-winning books include The Seventh Handmaiden for young adults, and the Lister chapter books for children. Bring your favorite writing tools.

INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR

Thursdays, March 2 - 23

1 - 3pm | Mayerson JCC

$40

Facilitator: Beth Goldstein

Wash away your fear and misconceptions about watercolor painting! Join Beth Goldstein, local artist and art instructor, as she guides you through this time-honored, but often misunderstood medium. Each participant will gain exposure, experience, and confidence to create both traditional and contemporary watercolor paintings. No previous experience necessary! A supply list will be provided upon registration.

HISTORY OF FILM

Film Lectures by Historian Brian Rose are back!

Come for lunch and stay for a lecture.

THE MAGIC OF FRED ASTAIRE

Wednesday, January 18 1pm | Mayerson JCC & Virtual Join Brian Rose for a look into the magic of Fred Astaire with amazing dance video clips and more.

GENE KELLY: SINGING AND DANCING IN THE RAIN Wednesday, February 15 1pm | Mayerson JCC & Virtual

This presentation will survey Kelly’s extraordinary achievements and examine his enduring impact on Hollywood dancing.

ROCKIN’ HOLLYWOOD: ROCK & ROLL AND THE MOVIES

Wednesday, March 15 1pm | Mayerson JCC & Virtual Rock music exploded on the big screen when Bill Haley & the Comets sang “Rock Around the Clock” at the opening of Blackboard Jungle in 1955.

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 J bus to and from the venue. 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 call the office with any dietary questions.

OMNIMAX ADVENTURE

Thursday, January 5

12:45 - 4pm | Cincinnati Museum Center

$10 includes ticket and transportation

Enjoy lunch at the J and then ride the bus to the Cincinnati Museum Center to enjoy an epic Omnimax adventure in a five-story domed theater. Film to be announced.

THE MERCANTILE LIBRARY TOUR AND LUNCH AT MAPLEWOOD

Wednesday, January 11

10:30am - 3pm | Mercantile Library

$5 includes transportation; lunch is on your own

In 1835 a group of young Cincinnati merchants started a library. They pooled their resources, books, and talents and, together, they prospered. The library grew, collecting works of art and hosting speakers and authors, including Herman Melville, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Harriet Beecher Stowe. Enjoy this private tour and learn more about how you can join as a member. We will enjoy lunch out after our tour.

SHOPPING AT DOROTHY LANE MARKET AND LUNCH

Wednesday, February 1

10am - 3pm | Dorothy Lane Market

$5 includes transportation; lunch is on your own

Let’s visit the Dorothy Lane Market, located in Springboro, Ohio. Shop artisan chocolates, coffee, cheeses and more with J friends. We will enjoy lunch at the DLM market grill after shopping.

CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER TOUR AND LUNCH AT FAUSTO

Wednesday, February 8

11am - 3:30pm

Contemporary Arts Center

$5 for tour & transportation; lunch is on your own

Join us for a tour of the CAC downtown and view the exhibit Weight on History, by Baseera Khan. Baseera Khan is a New York-based performance, sculpture, and installation artist who makes work to discuss materials and their economies, the effects of this relationship to labor, family structures, religion, and spiritual wellbeing. Khan is currently working on a public art commission on The High Line for fall 2023. Khan mounted their first museum solo exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum of Art, New York (2021-22).

BRUNCH AT CAFÉ ALMA

Wednesday, March 1

11am - 2pm | Café Alma

$5 for transportation; brunch is on your own

Let’s enjoy a healthy brunch with J friends. Treat yourself to a cappuccino or tea to warm you up.

MUSIC HALL INDOOR TOUR AND LUNCH AT TAFT’S ALE HOUSE

Wednesday, March 8

11am - 3pm | Cincinnati Music Hall

$18 for tour and transportation; lunch is on your own

Let’s tour our Cincinnati Music Hall and discover why it was the envy of the Great Midwest in the 19th century and the cornerstone of the 21st century renaissance of Cincinnati’s historic heart. We will enjoy lunch before our tour at Taft’s Ale House.

ONGOING GROUPS AND ACTIVITIES

ADULT CHILDREN OF AGING PARENTS GROUP

4th Tuesday of the Month

6:30 - 7:30pm | Mayerson JCC

Facilitators: Louis Liner, LISW-S and Leslie Brody, JFS

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.

Learn more at MayersonJCC.org/AgingParents

RUMMIKUB

Mondays

1 - 3pm

Mayerson JCC

Facilitator: Elaine Hordes

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

FREE with RSVP

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. This program is offered in partnership with the Talbert House.

ACTIVE MINDS

Tuesdays

1 - 3pm Mayerson JCC & Virtual

FREE with RSVP

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. This program is offered in partnership with the Talbert House.

CHESS & SCRABBLE CLUB

Tuesdays & Thursdays

2pm - 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.

January 25 | Oriental Wok, Hyde Park

February 22 | Inkazteka (Peruvian)

March 22 | Tandoor Indian Restaurant, Montgomery

ONGOING GROUPS AND ACTIVITIES

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 Cafe.

SPIRITUAL TALKS

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.

YOGA FOR SENIORS

Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:30am

Thursdays, 2:30 - 3:30pm

Mayerson JCC & Virtual

FREE with RSVP

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.

BELLY DANCE

Fridays

9:30 - 10:30am | Mayerson JCC

FREE with RSVP

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.

NEW! CORE STRENGTH Wednesdays

4 - 4:45pm | Mayerson JCC

FREE with RSVP

Instructor: Amanda

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

TAI CHI

Ages 60+

Wednesdays | 10:30 - 11:30am

Mayerson JCC & Virtual

FREE with RSVP

Instructor: Ralph Dehner

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

Helpful Services

Transportation

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

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. For more information please reach out to Louis Liner at 513.761.7500 ext. 1226.

Meals on Wheels

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

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

• Senior Meal Deal at the J Café

• Hot Kosher lunch, Monday-Friday at noon

• To Go Meals

60 & Better Membership

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.

These 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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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.

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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!