December 7, 2017 -- 19
Kislev
, 5778
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Greetings!
Welcome to the latest edition of
CENTERSCENE, featuring programs and events happening at the J in the upcoming days and weeks. Register for programs
online or with our JCC App!
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Chanukah 5778
Tuesday, December 12 - Wednesday, December 20
Kislev 25 - Tevet 2
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Menorah Lighting at the JCC
Join the JCC every evening of Chanukah at 5:00 pm (except Friday, December 15 at 4:30 pm) to light the menorah outside the front entrance of the JCC College Ave!
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Showtimes:
Thursday, December 7, December 14, 7:30 pm
Saturday, December 9, December 16, 8:00 pm
Sunday, December 10, December 17, 2:00 pm
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Oliver!
This Weekend
Don't miss three more opportunities this weekend to see Gallery Players production of Lionel Bart’s Tony Award-winning musical classic.
Oliver!
brings the streets of Victorian England to life in the tale of Oliver, a malnourished workhouse orphan who becomes the neglected apprentice of an undertaker but escapes on a journey to find acceptance and love.
With cast members ages seven - 77, revamped songs, and new characters, this show is sure to be entertaining family fun!
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Pictured above: Front row left to right: Yaakov Newman, Georgia Fried, Rose Clubok, Tovah Blumenfield, Zeke Moses, Ashley Winer, Back Row left to right: Norma Whitmyre, Gillian Herszage, Walt Whitmyre, Fred Luper, Ayala Hazan, Benny Zelkowicz, Stella Fried, Jacob Winer, Neil Kalef, Jennifer Myers, Terrence Knotts, Laurie Alexander.
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Chanukah at Wildlights December 13
Join J-Reach, the JCC, and the community at the Columbus Zoo Wildlights on the second night of Chanukah, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm! See thousands of lights at the zoo, spin dreidels, light the menorah, enjoy donuts, and more!
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(Pssst... don't forget to
Like us on Facebook for up-to-date information on programming!)
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Shop for the Holidays with the JCC
Stop by our gift shop in the lobby to find Chanukah essentials - Mensch on a Bench, Ask Bubbe, Chanukah socks, Dreidels, and more. Shopping on Amazon? Shop through amazon smile and automatically support the JCC!
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JCC member Landra Dunn is selling her knitting and jewelry in the JCC lobby December 10 - December 13, 10 am - 4 pm! Stop by and pick up a gift for the holidays.
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Kosher Chinese Dinner December 19
Don't miss the 17th annual Kosher Chinese Dinner on Tuesday from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.! Wonton Soup, Chicken with Snow Peas, Orange Chicken, Fried Rice, Spicy Green Beans, and more! Click here for more information. To RSVP, contact
Carolyn Reis at 614-559-6258 by December 12.
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Fried Chicken Dinner December 15
Order a family bucket to go! Includes 2 breasts, 2 thighs, 2 legs, 2 wings, 4 biscuits, large mashed potatoes with gravy, and coleslaw. Cost: $40. Order extra thighs for $3 each, drumsticks $2 each.
Place your orders to
Carolyn Reis at 614-559-6258 by December 12.
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Jerusalem Winner Marathon
The Eighth International
Jerusalem Winner Marathon
will be held on Friday, March 9th, 2018, drawing thousands of locals and tourists who come to participate or watch amateur and professional runners alike from all over the world. Set against the backdrop of Jerusalem’s magnificent views and streets filled with history, the Jerusalem Marathon is truly one of the most unique marathons in the world. Read more
here
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Plan to spend December 25 at the JCC!
Special exercise classes, a delicious brunch 10:30 am - 1:00 pm, a FREE movie, open gym, and more!
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Special Brunch 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Latkes, bagels with cream cheese and butter, Chef Toney's Diner Potatoes, veggie sausage, scrambled eggs, waffle bar with syrup, chocolate chips and whipped cream, fresh fruit, muffins, and orange juice! $12 for ages 10 and over, $8 for ages 9 and under, free for ages 3 and under. Reservations required by December 19. Contact Carolyn Reis at 714-559-6258.
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December 25 at the JCC
Building Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Membership open 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Special group fitness classes including spinning, boot camp, and body sculpt, open gym basketball, indoor pool open swim and lap swim, J-Zone, and a FREE movie screening of "Sing" at 1:00 pm.
Babysitting available 8:30 am - 12:00 pm.
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FITNESS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS
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Never miss a fitness class! Check out the
December/January Fitness Schedule
here
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Fit Tip of the Week
Join the JCC fitness staff each week to learn about proper form, gym etiquette, healthy lifestyle tips, and all the Diamond Family Fitness Center has to offer!
Click the link to see Jason explain all things Kettlebells!
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Flash Dance at the J January 7
Join Vicki for a total 80s flashback workout! Take the 9:00 am Dance Aerobics class or 10:00 am Step Aerobics (limited spots)! Fantastic 80s costumes encouraged! This class is FREE and open to members and guests in the auxiliary gym. Contact
Carlie Snyder at 614-559-6219 with questions.
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Looking for a fitness class or to stay heart healthy?
...Check out what the J has to offer! Click below!
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Camp Open House January 14
1:00 - 3:00 pm JCC College Ave
Come and take advantage of
One-Day-Only Deals on JCC Summer Camps! $25 off every week you enroll, coupon book for other JCC programs, winter break and spring break camp, Schools Out Day,
Birthday parties, Snack Bar, Health Club and more! 6-month payment plans available. Questions? Contact
Halle Schwartz at 614-559-6279.
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Kids Night Out December 9
Celebrate Chanukah at the JCC decorating ugly Chanukah sweaters, eating latkes, watching a movie and eating popcorn 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm at the College Ave. JCC!
Cost: $20, $10 per additional sibling. Register
here or call the children's department at 614-559-6251.
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Winter Break Camp Starts December 22
Spend the day at the J 8:00 am - 4:00 pm! K - 8th graders will have fun with different themes each day including movie day, pajama day, lazer kraze, beach vacation day, bowling, and more! Cost: $60/day. Aftercare available for an additional fee. Register
here or call 614-559-6251.
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Pre-K Basketball Starts January 11
Young athletes ages 4 and 5 can learn
basic fundamentals of basketball on Sundays, 10:15 am - 11:00 am through February 18. Their gross motor skills will be developed through a variety of activities will work on their individual and team playing skills and having fun playing the game. To register, contact
Nathan Fox
at 614-559-6286 for more information.
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High School 3-on-3
Basketball Tournament January 3
Bring your own team to compete in a fun 3 on 3 tournament at the JCC. Each Team will consist of four players. There will also be a 3-point contest and dunk contest on an 8-foot rim following the tournament. T-Shirts will be given to the winners of each age division and contest. Contact
Nathan Fox for more information at 614-559-6286.
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Active Adults took to the dance floor for a morning of social activity and physical fitness all wrapped up in entertainment! What a way to spend the day at the J!
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End-of-the-year giving is a great way to support the JCC and receive a tax benefit at the same time! All donations made by December 31 are tax deductible so giving is not only incredibly kind, but also smart! When you donate to the JCC, your contribution supports after school programs like student tutoring and educational opportunities, summer camp, youth sports recreation leagues, senior adult activities, and preschool scholarships. If you have any questions about a year-end gift, contact
Sheila Cline
at 614-559-6225.
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Tribute and memorial gifts are meaningful ways to honor a special occasion or the memory of a friend or loved one. Recipients will be notified of the thoughtful gift made in their name. To make a donation in honor or in memory of someone
click here
or call Sheila at 559-6225.
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Columbus Jewish Film Festival
By Ms. Stacy Leeman and Gary Liebesman
Rose Schwartz Early Childhood Fund
In memory of Melissa Lockstraw
In honor of the Fixari Family’s new born, Charles Edward
By Joanne and Richard Williams & Family
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Capital Campaign
In memory of Carol Folkerth’s beloved Lilly
By Lisa Newmark and Dr. Arnold Good
Children’s Scholarship Fund
In memory of Laura Weiser’s dad, M.J. Friedman
By Julie and Doug Cohen
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JCC EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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The JCC is currently hiring for the following full and part-time positions:
Preschool Teachers & Assistant Teachers, Housekeepers, Maintenance Techs, Recreation Coordinator, Lifeguards & Water Safety Instructors, and Personal Trainers.
JCC Employees enjoy competitive wages, fitness center membership and a range of benefits for both full-time & part-time employees, including paid time off.
A list of all open positions (with job descriptions) can be found
here
. Applicants can apply directly from the website. For more information, contact JCC HR Director,
Pamela J. Andrews
, PHR, SHRM-CP at 614-559-6287.
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Guest passes may be purchased during Member Service hours Sunday - Friday. Members must make arrangements in advance if they want to bring a guest on Saturdays
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
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See the local Jewish Community Calender for
upcoming programs
scheduled around Columbus.
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