The Annual Ruth Spector Memorial Mah Jongg Tournament is a staple JCC fall event. Last year, we celebrated 15 years and added a simple brunch component to mark the occasion. The brunch was a big hit, so we decided to keep it as part of the festivities, along with the usual three rounds of play, […]
This evening is designed to encourage conversations about resilience and hope through an artistic lens. The program will explore Israel’s post October 7th reality through varied art forms, helping to examine the consciousness of October 7th in a different way. Participants will be invited to experience several creative spaces to listen to the personal stories […]
Today’s news happens 24/7 and is often hard to digest. It’s your turn to speak and listen to opinions of others, respectively. Facilitated by Philip Sternberg
Join this online class if you have some knowledge of Yiddish, know the Hebrew alphabet, and would like to continue to learn to speak and read the language. All materials are provided (no textbook required).Instructor: Norman BuderMondays, September 9-October 28 (8 weeks)Ages 18+
Would you like to learn basic Hebrew in a small group setting? This course is designed for beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need a good refresher. Over eight sessions, you will learn important vocabulary, grammar, and common phrases and sentences/questions using a variety of resources. Each student must purchase the textbook: Hebrew […]
Calling all artists & art lovers! The J is excited to host museum docent Sara Shoob to present a program concentrated on works by Jewish American artists in the collection of The Smithsonian American Art Museum in collaboration with Chabad Center for Jewish Life. Participants will explore artworks dating from the 1880’s to the present […]
This class is designed for people who have a rich Hebrew vocabulary (very comfortable using 100 or more words), understand the basic grammar structures, and would like to expand their conversational skills in day-to-day language, as well as engage in other topics of conversation. The instructor will provide materials and opportunities for group and one-on-one […]
¡Hola Amigos! Hello Friends! This class will focus on learning conversational Spanish. The class is fun and interactive -- utilizing games, books, and music. Spanish is spoken in class from the first day! The students will learn pronunciation of vowels and consonants, numbers, pronouns, useful phrases, simple word recognition, and basic verbs while building a […]
Would you like to learn basic Hebrew in a small group setting? This course is designed for true beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need an extensive refresher. Over eight classes, you will learn the alphabet including vowels, important vocabulary, grammar, and common phrases and sentences/questions using a variety of resources. Each student […]
Beginners and those with a little knowledge are welcome! We will review the Hebrew alphabet and learn the rudiments of reading. (Yiddish is phonetic and much easier than Hebrew). We will study a primary-grade Yiddish book and converse about it in Yiddish. We'll also learn to say useful phrases and how to ask important questions. […]
Led by P'nina Plotkin McCabe, Choir Director. Do you like to sing? Are you interested in singing Jewish songs? If so, join the JCC Community Choir - Makheylah! This is a great opportunity to connect musically to the Jewish tradition. The choir is open to high schoolers, college students, and adults of all ages in […]
Hola estudientes! Practice conversation as you continue to reinforce the present tense and consolidate the use of grammar, such as new verbs, the present progressive tense, direct and indirect objects, pronouns and common prepositions of location and time. Learn about Spanish culture as well using interactive lessons, games, and music. Class format: 50 min. Grammar/10 […]
