March 3, 2023 | 10 Adar 5783 | |
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Dear Friends,
Amidst our 50th year anniversary celebrations, the Kaiserman JCC’s Board of Directors recently approved a visionary strategic plan for the future. This was intentional. As we commemorate our past, we are also thoughtfully building for tomorrow. This spring two elements of that foundation come online together, as we welcome countless athletes, families, and partners to “play ball” on our new, beautiful softball fields.
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These improvements are first and foremost the beginning of a major campus renovation and revitalization project. Along with these new fields, we are actively planning significant work to our gymnasium, preschool, and HVAC infrastructure over the next year. Thanks to a generous Renovation Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant from the State, and the contributions of our incredible donors, these initiatives will foster vibrant, up-to-date, and aesthetically pleasing environments in some of our core spaces at the center. You too can donate today here to help us make this dream a reality.
In addition, this investment in our youth sports facilities serves our vision of the JCC as a vibrant hub of communal life. Beginning this week, the JCC proudly welcomed to these fields athletes from our partners at Jack M Barrack Hebrew Academy, Kohelet Yeshiva, Lower Merion Little League, and Lower Merion School District (Black Rock Middle School). As a new home for all of these teams, the JCC’s campus will be a place for practice, games, and the critical connections that form amongst community when they gather together for joyful endeavors like youth sports.
We hope you will come see them in action soon!
Shabbat Shalom,
Alan
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Camp Kef registration is open, BUT SPOTS ARE FILLING!
We have limited availability in many of our age groups.
If you are interested in joining our incredible team for summer 2023, you can apply on our NEW website below!
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Pickleball Court Open Hours
When: Starting March 6, 2023
Where: Gym A
Sign up in person at the front desk or call the front desk at 610.896.7770 ext 113 to reserve a time. Paddles and balls available for sign-out if needed.
Schedule of open court hours on the website.
Pricing: $5.00/hr of court time per person or $20.00/hr to rent the whole court
*If interested in group, semi-private or private lessons, please contact Jamie@phillyjcc.com.
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Mahjong Group
When: Thursdays at 1:00 starting March 9, 2023
Where: Back Lobby
FREE
Come play Mahjong with Sharon Dunoff and Helene Rosenfeldt at the JCC. Sharon and Helene will be there to teach you how to play, or if a seasoned player, start a game right away.
Please pre-register so we know how many people to expect.
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Meditative Drawing and Painting
When: March 16, 2023 at 10:00-11:30am
Fee: $10.00
Join Gavi Kestenbaum for a special art class, focused on Meditative art. Meditative art, also called Neurographic art, is a simple way to work with the subconscious mind through drawing and painting. This art form has been used as a healing tool for stress relief and anxiety.
In this workshop, you will create simple, flowing drawings and embellish them with watercolor and oil pastels. No previous experience with drawing or painting necessary. All levels and abilities welcome.
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Jewish Botany Class
When: Tuesday April 4, 2023, 11:00-12:30
Fee: $10.00
Leah Siemiarowski Wright has a Masters in Education and is currently the Environmental Science teacher at Wissahickon Charter School Fernhill Campus in Philadelphia and the Director of Programs at Folkshul. She has a passion for gardening and Jewish culture.
Come and join to learn about the history of Ashkenazi Herbalism and make traditional medicinal seed bombs to plant.
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Group Fitness at the J - Fitness Classes for Active Adults | |
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | | 11:00am
SENIOR FIT
with Jack Sannino | 10:00am
BARRE STRETCH
with Trina Lyon | 10:00am
TOTAL BODY / CARDIO & STRENGTH
with Maureen Kimmel | 9:00am
IN TOUCH YOGA
with Andre Coles from Roots2Rise | 9:15am
PILATES
with Randee Silverman | |
| FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH Boomer Fit with Trina instead of Barre and Stretch |
| 11:00am
FUNCTIONAL
FITNESS
with Deb Saldana |
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NEW CLASS UPDATE: Back by popular demand!!! The first Tuesday of every month, instead of Barre and Stretch, Trina will be having Boomer Fit*!
*BOOMER FIT: Class for mature adults. This class is designed to increase strength, flexibility, range of motion, mobility, and balance with cardio. Exercises can be performed seated or standing.
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Stay warm, and play at the J this Winter!
Indoor Open Play Gym Time – bring your whole family and let the kids get their energy out by running, playing and climbing in the J gym.
$5 for preschool families
$10 for guests
Every Sunday 8:30-10 am.
Note: There will be no session on March 5 - Join us at our Purim celebration!
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Copy the following link to share with friends, so that they can stay up to date with the J!
https://www.phillyjcc.com/subscribe-to-our-email-newsletter/
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BBYO Mentorship Search
BBYO the world’s largest pluralistic youth group is looking for advisors around the Main Line, Bucks County and Westchester. These teens are looking for advisors and mentors to make an impact on their Jewish experience. By getting involved, you can help ensure a strong Jewish future by empowering Jewish teens to do great things in their communities
Know someone who might be interested? Email eabrams@bbyo.org
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Kaiserman JCC
45 Haverford Rd. Wynnewood, PA
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