ADULTS

18+ YEARS

Live your best life as you swim, spin, shoot hoops, dance, hear popular authors and inspiring speakers, give back to others, shine on stage, get support, play Canasta, paint a masterpiece, and get fit with a Personal Trainer!

GERSHWIND/JACOBSON HEALTH + WELLNESS CENTER

Who We Are

Your fitness dreams become a reality at the only full-service fitness center on the North Shore!

What We Offer

Our 36,000 square feet of state-of-theart equipment and recreational space offers personal training, cardio and conditioning rooms hosting cutting edge ellipticals, stair masters, treadmills, and weight training stations, year-round indoor aquatics center, indoor track, two gymnasiums, over 65 free group exercise classes for members, a dedicated functional fitness zone, and Pilates small group training studio!

How We Can Be Reached

Goals come true with SJJCC’s H+W team!

Contact: Dov Mochari

Director of Health + Wellness

516.484.1545 ext. 139 sjjcc.org/healthandwellness facebook.com/sidjacobsonjcc instagram.com/sidjacobsonjcc

SPORTS

Bring your “A” game to our EarlyBirdCapital and Rosenman Family Gymnasiums when you stay active, have fun, work as a team, and make new friends!

Contact: Luis Maldonado

Sports Supervisor

516.484.1545 ext. 117, lmaldonado@sjjcc.org sjjcc.org/sports

BASKETBALL + SPORTS TRAINING

Ages: 4+ years

Tailored sessions teach fundamentals for beginners to advanced skills for competitive players. All lessons are 45 minutes. Prorating not offered for late enrollment. Refunds not provided three weeks post start of lessons. 24-hour cancellation is required.

Private Lessons

Single Lesson

$60 members / $80 nonmembers

10 Lessons

$450 members / $650 nonmembers

SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS: 2 participants

Single Lesson

$90 members / $110 nonmembers

10 Lessons

$800 members / $1,000 nonmembers

SMALL GROUP LESSONS:

3-4 participants

10 Lessons

$1,400 members / $1,600 nonmembers

CLASSES: 5 participant minimum $30 members / $40 nonmembers per participant, per class

SPORTS COMBINE ATHLETIC TESTING

See where you stack up against the pros through a series of athleticism tests and find out all of your measurables! Tests include bench press, vertical jump, three-quarter court sprint, lane agility drill, reactive shuttle run, and body size. $25 members / $45 nonmembers

MEN’S ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Ages: 17+ years

Perfect dribbling, refine shooting, and improve endurance as you work out alongside teammates. Includes trained scorekeepers, two official referees, and league jerseys. Need a team? Join the JCC House Team!

$1,300 members / $1,500 nonmembers per team

Kroll Family Aquatics

CENTER

Soak it all in at our state-of-the-art facility featuring a six-lane pool, kiddie pool, and relaxing hot tub. Visit page 29 for details.

ADULT SWIM LESSONS

Build and enhance your swimming ability in a personalized, one-on-one setting, open to SJJCC members. Coming Tuesday and Thursday evenings this fall!

Fitness Training

Achieve your fitness goals with our certified Personal Trainers and specialty fitness programs. Visit page 30 for details.

GROUP EXERCISE

Get energized as you enhance your body, mind, and spirit. Visit page 31 for details.

SANDLER FAMILY KEHILLA CENTER

For over three decades, we have reimagined independence by empowering children, teens, and adults with special needs to reach their highest potential. Programs are open to participants up to 21 years old. Visit page 9 for details.

WHO WE ARE

Reimagining independence for adults with special needs, ages 21-40 years, by providing the support needed to achieve their maximum level of independence to achieve their fullest potential in life! All programs require an assessment. Funding available through OPWDD.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our calculation for success is made up of vocational training, educational workshops, activities of daily living skill building, and socialization opportunities.

HOW WE CAN BE REACHED

Reimagine independence at SJJCC’s Vocational Life Skills Training Center! Contact: Heather Schulz, MHA, CPRW Director of the Vocational Life Skills Training Center

Pronouns: She/Her

516.484.1545 ext. 104, hschulz@sjjcc.org sjjcc.org/vocational facebook.com/sjjccspecialneedscenter instagram.com/sidjacobsonjcc

PROGRAM WITHOUT WALLS

Our day hab program that blends vocational training and educational workshops with the opportunity to socialize and collaborate with peers. PWW promotes skill-building and independence, helping participants reach their fullest potential. Transportation provided within Nassau County.

Mondays-Fridays

9:30am-2:30pm

AFTERNOON SOCIAL CLUB

Socialize with peers while engaging in age-appropriate recreational activities and conversation. Activities include art therapy, pet therapy, group games, karaoke, and movement.

Mondays-Fridays

2:30-5:30pm

SUNDAY SOCIAL CLUB

Extend the weekday fun to the weekend! Engage in activities with peers such as music, group games, exercise, and art. Select Sundays

Featured Event Reimagining Independence Symposium

Save the date for our symposium for families and professionals supporting those with special needs from birth through adulthood. Sunday, January 14

CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Volunteer, social justice, and donation opportunities available for all ages. Visit page 32 for details.

Who We Are

Let your spirit soar and mind wander as we awaken your curiosity and ignite inspiration at the North Shore’s hub for the Arts!

What We Offer

Enter a world of culture and intrigue with author breakfasts, book signings, and spotlight speakers. Have your stage dreams and theatrical visions brought to life in smash-hit productions for all ages including starring roles for actors, producers, set builders or scenic artists, costume designers, technicians, or jamming in the music ensemble!

Our 90-foot gallery, artSPACE, hosts exhibits from well-established and upcoming local artists. Experience unlocked creativity, increase endurance, and stimulate the mind in social settings with adults of similar interests!

How We Can Be Reached

Take center stage as you shine in the spotlight!

Contact: Audrey Kurland

VP, Arts + Culture

516.484.1545 ext. 109, akurland@sjjcc.org sjjcc.org/artsandculture facebook.com/sidjacobsonjcc instagram.com/sidjacobsonjcc

Culture

Be moved as you engage in various art forms that convey messages, meaning, and emotion!

Dueling Pianos

Enjoy an entertaining evening hearing your favorite songs by Shake, Rattle, and Roll on dueling pianos! Light refreshments will be served.

Saturday, November 11 7:30pm

$50 members / $65 nonmembers

LET ME TELL YOU A STORY: HOW TO TURN YOUR TRUE EXPERIENCE INTO A COMPELLING TALE WORKSHOP

This 90-minute group interactive workshop explores how storytelling enriches our personal and professional lives, provides an overview of how to craft a story, and offers some tools that help to mine your own life for the stories only you can tell. Using simple but impactful improv exercises that demonstrate the storytelling concepts teaches techniques that can be used to shift into a creative mindset. You will leave with guidelines for how to look at life through the storytelling lens, at least one idea of a story to develop, and an experience of the community-building currency of storytelling. Two sessions

Tuesday, November 14 1pm

Wednesday, November 15 5:30pm

$10 member/$15 nonmember

LET ME TELL YOU A STORY: UNLOCKING THE POWER WITHIN THROUGH STORYTELLING SERIES

True personal stories have the power to inspire, inform, influence our sense of the world, and shine a light on what is possible. This 4-part series is an opportunity to learn how a compelling, well-told true story is developed out of true lived experiences. We will discuss story structure, the building blocks of stories that connect with a listener, and techniques that help to find and express our authentic voice. There will be opportunities to share drafts of the story as it comes together, cultivating creative confidence and building bonds between group members in a powerful and unique creative shared process. We will explore story-mining: using written and interactive exercises to look at ordinary life through a storytelling lens; the 5-beat story structure and why it is so effective; the power of sensory and emotional details; and how authenticity makes a storyteller magnetic. The price of the workshop will be deducted for attendees who register for the series. Details to follow.

Featured Event Stories Untold

Just in time for the season of love, Stories Untold returns with tales on the theme Bad Date. Save the Date! Saturday, February 3

VERVE 55+ LIVING

Welcome to VERVE, the 55+ community for fun, spirited, and active adults! Whether you’re still working, semi-retired, or fully retired, there are lots of ways to get involved and meet new friends.

GAMES NIGHT @ CAFÉ V55

Spend Tuesday nights in our Gezunter Café playing games with friends!

BYOG! (Bring your own games)

Tuesdays

7-9pm

$5 members / $10 nonmembers

CAFÉ V55

Mix and mingle at Café V55 in our Gezunter Café! Light refreshments served.

Thursdays

7-9pm

$5 members / $10 nonmembers

BOURBON TASTING UNDER THE SUKKAH

Enjoy a night of bourbon, mingling, and noshes as we celebrate Sukkot!

ADULTS: 18+ YEARS

Tuesday, October 3

6:30-8:30pm

$60 members / $75 nonmembers

SIP + PAINT UNDER THE STARS

Show off your artistic side and celebrate Sukkot as we paint outside of our Gezunter Café! Wine and light bites will be served.

Wednesday, October 4

5:30-7:30pm

$30 members / $40 nonmembers

THE SKINCARE HOAX BY FAYNE L. FREY, MD

Dr. Frey explores "essential" products that are not necessary, exposes the skincare ingredients that lack scientific findings, and recommends effective skincare products that are easy and affordable! Price includes a copy of the book.

Wednesday, October 25

7:30pm

$35 members / $50 nonmembers

JEWS IN OPERA: 4 PART EDUCATIONAL SERIES

This immersive experience delves into the relationship between Judaism and the world of opera, lead by Cori Ellison, a leading creative figure in the opera world. Participants discover the influence, contributions, and experiences of Jewish composers, librettists, performers, and characters throughout history of this magnificent art form.

Mondays November 7, 14, 21, 28

$175 members / $200 nonmembers

TRIPS

THE ARMORY SHOW

Go on a 3-hour private docent tour of The Armory Show that brings the world’s leading international contemporary and modern art gallery’s to NYC! When registering, please choose one timeslot. Transportation not provided. The Javits Center

655 West 34th Street, Manhattan

Friday, September 8

11am or 3pm

$100 members / $125 nonmembers

CHALLAH BAKING WORKSHOP

Learn how to make Breads Bakery’s famous challah recipe from scratch! Turn your creation into a basic challah, a sweet or savory baked good, or chocolate babka. At Breads Bakery Union Square

18 East 16th Street, Manhattan

Wednesday, October 11

3-6pm

$150

DEAD MAN WALKING

Join us on a trip to The Metropolitan Opera to see the contemporary opera, Dead Man Walking inspired by the memoir and film, composed by Jake Heggie with a libretto by Terrance McNally. The powerful music and thought-provoking narrative captivates audiences and challenges their beliefs about crime, punishment, redemption, and forgiveness. Prior to the performance, attendees are invited to a pre-opera lecture at SJJCC. Cost includes the pre-opera lecture, meet and greet with a star of the opera following the performance, and transportation.

Sunday, October 15

$250

HARMONY

See the Broadway musical Harmony, featuring the music of Barry Manilow on this docent-led trip! We’ll learn about the history of musical theater and Barry Manilow on the bus into the city. Fee includes ticket, transportation, and a box lunch.

Wednesday, January 31

$250

FUN & SOCIAL SING-A-LONG

Let your voice shine as we come together in the spirit of Jewish music, led by Cantor Benjamin Warschawski of the Merrick Jewish Center and Metropolitan Opera mezzo soprano, Heather Johnson. Sing traditional Jewish songs, timeless favorites, and Broadway showtunes in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

Meets the second Monday of each month

Begins Monday, September 11 1:30-3pm

$20 members and Senior Passport Holders

$30 nonmembers per session

WALKING CLUB

Lace up your sneakers and walk the grounds of the Nassau County Museum of Art, right across the street from SJJCC!

Thursdays

Meet at 9:15am, walking begins at 9:30am

BOOK CLUB

Share your thoughts on today’s best-selling novels, moderated by Nicole Yablans.

Thursday, September 21

7-9pm

$10 members / $20 nonmembers

Culinary Arts

Join Avery Robinson, a culinary historian, co-founder of Rye Revival, and manager of Black Rooster Food, who has worked in bakeries in Tel Aviv and New York City. In this new series, learn how to make some of the most popular Jewish foods! Refunds will not be issued for missed sessions.

$40 members / $50 nonmembers per session

$250 members / $300 nonmembers full series

BAGELS + GRAVLAX

Learn how to make your own bagels and homemade gravlax! Perfect for all levels.

Wednesday, September 20 7-8:30pm

KUGEL

Trace the origin, evolution, and cultural significance of this dish found on your holiday table, while enjoying kugel!

Tuesday, October 24

7-8:30pm

SUFGANIYOT

It’s not Chanukah without this treat! Learn about the history while tasting different varieties.

Wednesday, December 6

7-8:30pm

Game Workshops

Learn something new or expand on your skills! Canasta and Mah Jong with Judy Umansky.

Beginner Mah Jong

Learn to play this fun game using the official rules of the National Mah Jong League.

8 sessions

Begins Monday, October 16

10am-12:30pm

$180 members / $250 nonmembers

MAH JONG CLINIC

Designed for those who know the basic rules and vocabulary, seeking advice and advanced strategies for improving their game.

8 sessions

Begins Friday, October 13

10am-12:30pm

$180 members / $250 nonmembers

BEGINNER CANASTA

Learn the rules, strategies, and scoring with hands-on play.

8 sessions

Begins Tuesday, October 10, 7-9:30pm

Begins Thursday, October 12, 10am-12:30pm

Begins Monday, October 16, 4-6:30pm

$180 members / $250 nonmembers

CONQUERING CANASTA

Polish your Canasta skills while learning advanced strategies.

8 sessions

Begins Tuesday, October 10 10am-12:30pm

Begins Thursday, October 12 7-9:30pm

$180 members / $250 nonmembers

LITERARY ARTS

Experience a world of culture through our programs including spotlight speakers, Q&A sessions, and book signings with bestselling, popular, and emerging authors. Visit sjjcc.org/literaryarts for our full line up and to register Sponsored in part by The Bristal Assisted Living and Encore Luxury Living.

Contact: Elyse Ingber

Director of Cultural Arts

516.484.1545 ext. 144, eingber@sjjcc.org sjjcc.org/literaryarts

JODI & ROBERT ROSENTHAL AUTHOR

BREAKFAST + BOOK SIGNING SERIES

Hear from best-selling authors in an intimate setting as they discuss their latest novel and answer your questions. Programs offered in-person will also be available via live streaming.

IRENE & RONALD COHEN SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER SERIES

Today’s most fascinating novelists and speakers visit SJJCC to take attendees on a moving journey of their experiences that overcame adversity, promote Jewish identity, reveal how they stay inspired, and share personal stories.

LINDA & GERALD MARSDEN PARTNERS WITH THE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Our popular literary art events go beyond the walls of SJJCC as we take our acts on the road to local synagogues!

ARTSPACE

View the exhibits of established and upcoming local artists in our 90-foot gallery!

Contact: Jaime Teich

VP, Brand Strategy + Communications

516.484.1545 ext. 214, jteich@sjjcc.org sjjcc.org/artspace

ON DISPLAY: GINGER BALIZER-HENDLER

A mixed media artist who explores and creates adventures, Ginger takes each viewer on a journey as she shares her innermost dreams and shines spontaneous rhythms within a make believe world. September-November

ON DISPLAY: MANHASSET ART ASSOCIATION

New hosting site showcasing the works of local artists who have a great appreciation of the arts in the community.

December-February

COMMUNITY THEATRE

Stage dreams come alive! Visit page 36 for details.

RUTH & SAUL WEINBERGER

CENTER FOR JEWISH LIFE + LEARNING

Who We Are

Through our five core values, chesed, kindness, kavod, respect, kehillah, inclusive community, tzedukah, justice — obligation to help those in need, and rachmanus, empathy, we create a welcoming community and belonging for all, within our building and throughout our programming.

What We Offer

Our comprehensive programs instill a foundation of Jewish values, traditions, and culture, while enriching the lives of individuals and families in the community.

How We Can Be Reached

L'Chaim! To life when you connect with SJJCC! Contact: Jonah Sanderson

Coordinator of Jewish Life

Pronouns: He/Him

516.484.1545 ext. 122, jsanderson@sjjcc.org sjjcc.org/jewishlife facebook.com/sidjacobsonjcc instagram.com/sidjacobsonjcc

BOURBON TASTING UNDER THE SUKKAH Enjoy a night of bourbon, mingling, and noshes as we celebrate Sukkot!

Tuesday, October 3

6:30-8:30pm

$60 members / $75 nonmembers

SIP + PAINT UNDER THE STARS

Show off your artistic side and celebrate Sukkot as we paint outside of our Gezunter Café! Wine and light bites will be served.

Wednesday, October 4

5:30-7:30pm

$30 members / $40 nonmembers

HAVAYAH KABBALAH PROGRAMS

Learn the art of Kabbalah and Torah driven spirituality. For class schedules, visit sjjcc.org/havayah.

KABBALAH 101

The Torah, The Manual Book of Life, while written in ancient times, is packed full of lessons that provide an understanding into our complex world. Join Spiritual Guide Rony Sussan who shares the way to benefit from some of the greatest stories ever told and how they can impact every part of our daily lives.

Advance Kabbalah Class

As we continue our study of Kabbalah, we expand upon the principles and terms from the introductory course, and introduce new subjects, such as Spiritual Values for Success and Renewing our Life Contract. With classes and workshops, we delve into deeper subjects that help us reach inner peace as well as renewed self-confidence, appreciation, and clarity in our lives.

Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center

Who We Are

Our center is committed to standing by those affected by cancer. Our primary goal is to provide free, personalized services that foster the well-being of the mind, body, and spirit. Programs are free unless otherwise specified. SJJCC membership not required. Funded in part by the Manhasset Women’s Coalition Against Breast Cancer, NYS Department of Health, and SJJCC’s Stronger Than Cancer 5K.

What We Offer

NMCWC offers a range of services such as emotional and social support, specialized discussion groups, one-on-one counseling, exercise classes, and more.

How We Can Be Reached

Together, we are stronger than cancer! Contact: Randy Hight, LCSW, OSW Director of Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center

Pronouns: She/Her 516.484.1545 ext. 213, rhight@sjjcc.org sjjcc.org/cancerwellness facebook.com/groups/nmcwc instagram.com/sidjacobsonjcc

Exercise Classes

Physical wellness is enhanced through evidence-based nutrition and exercise classes such as yoga and meditation, full-body workouts, strength and stretch, and tai chi. All exercise classes are instructed by Cancer Exercise Specialists and are virtual except where noted.

EXERCISE FOR WOMEN WITH BREAST/ GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER

Exercise designed to the specific needs of women living with breast and other gynecologic cancers.

Mondays 10-10:45am

GENTLE CHAIR YOGA

Learn stretches and breathing techniques to strengthen and relax your body as you begin or return to exercise.

Tuesdays 12-12:45pm

STRENGTH + STRETCH

Combination of Pilates and yoga to build muscle strength and stretch your body with a focus on breath-to-movement flow.

Wednesdays

10-10:45am

WALKING GROUP FOR ALL SURVIVORS

Get your steps in while walking with our social worker and others at the Nassau County Museum of Art.

Thursdays 10am

RESTORATIVE SEATED EXERCISE

A gentle full-body workout designed specifically for those undergoing or recently having completed treatments, or beginning to exercise to gain muscle strength, boost energy, manage stress, and enhance your quality of life.

Fridays 10-10:45am

FULL BODY WORKOUT

Gain strength, balance, and a sense of well-being while reducing fatigue and anxiety.

Fridays 11-11:45pm

MORTON J. SAVADA FAMILY CANCER SUPPORT SERVICES

Short-term counseling helps survivors navigate their journey. Discussion groups focus on general, breast and gynecologic cancer survivors, caregivers, male cancer survivors, and survivors of metastatic, advanced, or recurrent cancer.

SPEAK WITH A PROFESSIONAL

An oncology social worker is available for short-term individual counseling, information, and referral services.

POWER OF WORDS WRITING WORKSHOP

Benefit from connecting thoughts, feelings, and writing. Our weekly sessions allow writers of all levels to form connections as you share.

Mondays 2-3pm

BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS

Meet with other breast/gynecologic cancer survivors in a safe space to share information and to support one another throughout your journey. This group meets in person.

Tuesdays 10-11am

CAREGIVERS OF CANCER SURVIVORS

Meet with others who are supporting and caring for spouses and partners to learn, receive, and share support during a challenging time.

Meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

7-8pm

METASTATIC, ADVANCED, OR RECURRENT CANCER SURVIVORS

This support group provides a safe space for those facing unique challenges and needs. Exchange resources and share experiences while building relationships.

Fridays

1:30-2:30pm

JEFFREY MARX, MD MEN’S CANCER WELLNESS PROGRAM

Programs dedicated to male cancer survivors.

RICHARD FRANKO MALE CANCER SURVIVORS DISCUSSION GROUP

This group is designed for male cancer survivors to form connections, share resources, and support each other. Peer-led by Scott, cancer survivor and Change Management Practitioner. Meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month.

3-3:45pm

Featured Events

RELAX, RESTORE, RENEW, RETREAT

Reconnect, rejuvenate, and celebrate life at our annual retreat from cancer, featuring classes designed to move, engage, and nurture your mind, body, and spirit. Featuring keynote speaker Denise Albert, recent Breast Cancer Survivor and Advocate, an award-winning journalist, television producer, and Co-Founder of

The MOMS and Mamarazzi Celebrity Events.

Shibley Day Camp

175 Warner Avenue, Roslyn

Sunday, September 10

9:30am-2pm

STRONGER THAN CANCER 5K

Run, walk, or cheer us on as we raise funds for NMCWC!

Sunday, October 22

8am-12pm

Community Partners

Adelphi New York Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program

American Cancer Society

The Cancer Institute at St. Francis Hospital

Full Circle Physical Therapy and Ivy Rehab Partner

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society –Long Island Chapter

Manhasset Women’s Coalition Against Breast Cancer

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition

Northwell Health

Perlmutter Cancer Center at NYU

Langone Hospital – Long Island

Sharsharet