February 15, 2018 -- 30 Sh'vat, 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
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or with our JCC App!
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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE
February 15 - February 22
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Click to see a comprehensive list of all JCC programs
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This week's upcoming programs at the JCC:
- J-Zone All Stars Skills Night -- Saturday, February 17
- Kids Night Out -- Sunday, February 18
- Frost/Nixon Movie Matinee -- Monday, February 19
- Lunch and Learn -- Thursday, February 22
- Mamanet New Albany -- Thursday, February 22
Details below
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2018 JCC GALA: A CELEBRATION OF MEMBERS
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Our member stories are pouring in!
We are so excited to celebrate
YOU this year at the 2018 JCC Gala!
Tickets are still available for this amazing night of memories, games, food, and more.
Stop by the lobby and read what our members have to say about the JCC (pictured left)!
Click the link below to purchase your ticket
today!
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(Pssst... don't forget to
Like
us on Facebook for up-to-date information on programming!)
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February is Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month (JDAIM)
In a
unified effort among Jewish organizations worldwide to raise awareness and foster inclusion of people with disabilities and those who love them, join the Columbus JCC as we support JDAIM with special programming through the month.
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Lunch and Learn February 22
Join Jamie Williamson, the Head of School of Marburn Academy, as he discusses ten strategies to help you and your child with learning differences face every day challenges at 12:00 pm at the College Ave. JCC. A light kosher lunch will be served.
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Cost: $5. For more information, contact
Cheryl Dritz at 614-559-6238.
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Side Show
Opens March 3
Gallery Players 69th season continues with the
regional premiere of the 2014 revised musical,
Side Show, at 8:00 pm in the Roth/Resler Theater at the JCC.
Side Show tells the story of conjoined twins who became stars during The Depression - their extraordinary bond brings them fame but denies them love. Performances run Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays through March 18.
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New! Online Ordering!
It's Fast and Easy!
Order Take and Bake menu items and let us help you with family dinners on your busiest days! Pick up pizza, mac and cheese, or quiche. Order from the front desk on the way home from a meeting or a workout! Orders should be placed a minimum of 4 hours in advance. Click
here to explore our online ordering.
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Salad Bar Open Daily Weekdays
From 10:00 am - 1:00 pm weekdays, fill up your plate with a variety of fresh greens and toppings including tomato, cucumber, corn, hard boiled eggs, tuna, cheese, and more! Get a fantastic salad for lunch for $6.99/lb at the J-Cafe in the JCC lobby!
For questions on catering needs, contact
Carolyn Reis
at 614-559-6258.
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Monday Movie Matinee February 19
Watch
Frost/Nixon in the Roth/Resler Theater FREE at 12:30 pm and take in the dramatic retelling of the post-Watergate television interviews between British talk-show host David Frost and former President Richard Nixon.
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How to Outsmart Our Kids and Technology
February 25
In partnership with the Columbus Community Kollel, join the leading tech guru, Alex Paskie, at 7:00 pm at the College Ave. JCC as he explores the dangers the internet and technology pose to teens and children. RSVP to
Rabbi Kapenstein
. More info here.
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JKNIT Knitting Club Every Thursday
Join other knitting enthusiasts at 12:30 pm at the JCC to share current projects or start from scratch! Beginning materials will be provided or bring your own. Beginner to experienced yarn fans welcome. FREE for members, $5 for guests.
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Jewish Justices of the
Supreme Court February 26
Featured author Rabbi David G. Dalin will examine the tradition of a "Jewish Seat" as well as the changing role of Jews within the American legal profession. To purchase tickets, click
here
or contact
Cheryl Dritz
at 614-559-6238.
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Baseball Hitting League Starts March 6
Kids ages 7 - 17 can work on their batting skills for six weeks on Tuesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 pm through April 3. Register with a parent, teammate, or as a "Free Agent" by February 27. Cost: $35 for members. Contact
Nathan Fox for questions or more information at 614-559-6286.
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Golf Swing Clinic Begins March 8
Join State Champion Bexley High School Golf Coach Jim Ryan in a six week clinic on golf swings Thursdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm at the JCC through April 19.
Cost: $90. Register by March 1 by contacting
Nathan Fox at 614-559-6286.
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Mamanet is Coming to New Albany
Come to the Columbus Cachibol League open house at the New Albany JCC on
February 22
from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm and learn how to play cachibol (similar to volleyball) as part of a social evening! Open to all women.
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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 to listen to Jason show off new equipment that will get your heart rate pumping!
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New Water Fitness Classes
Join Aquatics Director
Jenna Kreider for new, fun aquatics classes during the week.
Mondays at 12:00 pm:
Aqua Yoga
Tuesdays at 6:00 am:
Aqua TABATA
Wednesdays at 12:00 pm:
Pi-Yo-Chi
Thursdays at 6:00 am:
Aqua TABATA
For more information on these classes, visit the
Aquatics page on our website!
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Looking for a fitness class or to stay heart healthy?
...Check out what the J has to offer!
Click
here
for the fitness schedule or click MindBody to
sign up!
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ZONE All Star Skills Night February 17
From 6:30 - 8:30 pm, 6th - 8th graders can spend their evening at the JCC enjoying the NBA All-Star watch party, a skills obstacle course, a slam dunk competition, a pizza dinner and more!. Cost: $5, Special Maccabi athlete pricing available.
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Kids Night Out February 18
Kids K - 6th grade can have fun at the JCC with a
Glow Pool Party this Sunday from 6:00 - 9:00 pm! DJ Kaley, dinner, pool games, and more! Cost: $25, each additional child $15. 5th and 6th graders can spend the night in an extended KNO! Register online or call 614-559-6251.
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Join us in celebrating Israel @ 70
with recipes, stories, activities and more! Each week leading up to Yom Ha'atzmaut on April 19, CenterScene will feature ideas, fun facts, trivia, and more to help you and your family celebrate with us or at home!
As the Olympics continue, check out
this website that keeps track of all Israeli athletes throughout the games!
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Attention Jewish Teens! Maccabi 2018 wants YOU!
Join the 2018 JCC Maccabi Games in Orange County, CA and compete with 13 - 16 year olds from the Akron, Dayton, Cincinnati, and Youngstown JCC delegations to form Team Ohio! From August 5 - 10, 2018 compete in the largest annual gathering of Jewish teens in the world at the JCC Maccabi Games or the JCC Artsfest (ages 13 - 17) in Long Beach, CA. The week of competition is enriched by a wide array of cultural and social activities, encompassing the entire community.
"The JCC Maccabi Games are always incredible experiences filled with connecting teens through Judaism, athletics, community, and friendship," JCC Sports and Wellness Director Jeanna Brownlee said, "Every year participants come away with memories and lessons that shape them and last a lifetime."
Spots are limited! Learn more about the Maccabi games
here. A $200 deposit is due March 15. Scholarships are available - for more information,
contact Nathan Fox at 614-559-6286.
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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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THANK YOU to our JCC 2018 Gala Sponsors!
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Gold Sponsors
L Brands Foundation
Nutis Visual Communications Group
Silver Sponsors
The Belford Family
First Financial Bank
G & J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc.
DeeDee and Herb Glimcher/ Denise & Michael Glimcher
The Robert Weiler Company
Schottenstein Stores Corporation/Value City Furniture
Bronze Sponsors
Lavea Brachman and Andrew Smith
The Garlikov Companies
The Lewin Family
M/I Homes
Player Two
Vorys
Wallick Companies
Zacks Law Group LLC
Celebration Sponsors
Tod and Cheri Friedman
Huntington Insurance
Shelly and Barry Igdaloff
Marlene and David Miller
Premier Produce One
Mike and Ginny Schlonksy
Ruth and Joe Sniderman
Wasserstrom
The Williams Family
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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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Need a 2017 Dependent Care Statement for your taxes?
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
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S
ee the local Jewish Community Calender for
upcoming programs
scheduled around Columbus.
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