NEWSLETTER Tuesday, September 22 Join us for "Guess the Tea," an interactive tea party where
your taste buds are put to the test! Sip mystery teas, fill
your Tea Passport with guesses, & enjoy tea sandwiches and snacks. Fun & surprises await— Who will be the ultimate tea taster?
SEPTEMBER
2026
SHANAH TOVAH FROM PJCC As summer begins to shift toward fall, the Jewish calendar enters Elul, the month leading up to Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, which happens this September 11-13. Traditionally, this is a time to pause, take stock, and think about how we want to enter the year ahead. At the PJCC, you may notice signs of the season around the Center: apples and honey, round challah, pomegranates, holiday displays, and other symbols connected to renewal and reflection. Jewish holidays are part of the rhythm of life here, and we hope these visible traditions offer a window into the values and stories that shape our community. Whether or not you are Jewish, this season offers a useful question: What would you like to carry forward into the year ahead, and what are you ready to leave behind? Shanah Tovah u'Metukah—a good and sweet year for each of you! Rabbi Laurie Matzkin Chief Jewish Experience Officer
TRY SOMETHING NEW: BRAIN TRAINING Looking for a new way to keep your mind sharp? Brain training is a simple habit with real payoff, and Mind Atlas™ is a great way to get started. Free for PJCC members, it tracks your cognitive trajectory over time instead of just giving you a score—building a personal brain baseline from quick check-ins on memory, attention, and focus. It's one of the many ways our Center for Healthy Longevity (CHL) supports fitness, brain health, and social connection as you age. Ready to start? Explore Mind Atlas and all of CHL at pjcc.org/chl.
Reminder: Our indoor pool will be temporarily closed for resurfacing September 1 – October 31, reopening November 1 with a brand-new surface. Thanks for your patience. The heated outdoor pool will remain open. During this time, swim lessons will be held outdoors, at a reduced rate. Contact the Aquatics office for more information. Questions? Email aquatics@pjcc.org, call 650.378.2782, or stop by the Welcome Center.
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Claire’s Message
PJCC AT THE JCC MACCABI GAMES IN TORONTO
Dear Members, Scan your membership card when you visit between September 28 - October 4 for a chance to win a special fall-themed gift. Members will be automatically entered into the raffle each day they scan in, with a maximum of one entry per day. The more days you visit, the more chances you'll have to win. Good luck and happy fall!
Claire Greason Member Experience Manager cgreason@pjcc.org | 650.378.2667
This summer, PJCC Member Experience Manager and Maccabi Delegation Head Claire Greason led Peninsula Palo Alto (PenPal) to Toronto for the 2026 JCC Maccabi Games. Held every summer since 1982, the Games are the world's largest Jewish youth event, bringing together thousands of Jewish teen athletes for a week of Olympic-style competition, community service, and Jewish life. PenPal is our joint delegation with the Oshman Family JCC in Palo Alto, made up of Jewish teens ages 13–17 from across the Peninsula. This year's team competed in eight sports, from basketball and soccer to swimming, and came home with four medals to show for it. Penpal Delegation By the Numbers ► Athletes: 27 ► Sports & events: 8 ► Medals won: 4
MEMBER APPRECIATION
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Our 17U girls basketball team took home bronze, both of our swimmers medaled (bronze and silver), and our 15U boys soccer team fought their way to the bronze medal match before falling to JLA.
SPECIAL HOURS Monday 9/7 (Labor Day): Center open 8am - 5pm Friday 9/11 (Rosh Hashanah): Center open 5am - 5pm Saturday 9/12 (Rosh Hashanah): Center closed all day Sunday 9/13 (Rosh Hashanah): Center closed all day Sunday 9/20 (Yom Kippur): Center open 7am - 5pm Monday 9/21 (Yom Kippur): Center closed all day
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Back to School Fitness Challenge August 24 - October 2
SCHOOL Join us for a 5-week fitness challenge where every workout counts. The member with the most workouts competes for the grand prize.
Appy Hour Wednesday, September 2 | 5 - 7 pm | Lobby Join us in the lobby for some tasty appetizers and great company, where you can chat and connect.
Family Fun Days
Saturdays, September 5 & 19 | 10:30 am - 2:30 pm | Court 1 Join us for family fun. Kids 2-8 can enjoy games, a bounce house, crafts, and more while parents connect.
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Breakfast Member Mixer
Wednesday, September 16 | 9 - 11 am | Lobby Join us for breakfast, connect with members and workout buddies. Enjoy treats and coffee.
Bingo Mixer Friday, September 18 | 11 am - 12 pm | Lobby Fun, prizes, snacks, and great company.
Guess the Tea
Tuesday, September 22 | 11:30 pm - 1 pm | Lobby Sip mystery teas, fill out your Tea Passport, and enjoy tasty treats. Can you guess them all and become the ultimate tea taster?
Fall Raffle Giveaway September 28 - October 4 Each time you scan into the center between September 28 - October 4, you’ll earn a digital raffle ticket. The more days you check in, the better your chances! No registration is needed—scan in to participate.