jcc 2013 winter/spring program guide
DESCRIPTION
Charleston Jewish Community Center's 2013 Winter and Spring program guide.TRANSCRIPT
Charleston
Program GuideWinter - SPrinG 2013WWW.charleStonjcc.orG
JCC
Raoul Wallenberg Blvd
Paul Cantrell Blvd
Savage Rd
Sam Rittenberg Blvd
Ash
ley H
all R
d
Ash
ley R
iver R
d
Ash
ley R
iver R
d
Orleans R
d
Tobi
as G
adso
n B
lvd
Ashley
Hall R
d
Orange Grove Rd
Sam Rittenberg BlvdSam Rittenberg Blvd
Welcome ............................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Staff Directory anD facility information ........................................................................................................ 3
memberShiP ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
aDult ProGramminG ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
Senior ProGramminG ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
fitneSS anD WellneSS .................................................................................................................................................. 11
aquaticS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 13
SPortS anD recreation ..............................................................................................................................................15
chilDren’S ProGramminG ...................................................................................................................................... 17-19
community eventS ........................................................................................................................................................21
continueD ProGramminG .....................................................................................................................................22-23
jeWiSh reSource GuiDe ....................................................................................................................................... 24-25
table of COnTenTS
2 welcome
Dear Friends and Family,
On behalf of all of us at the JCC, we appreciate each and every one of you who is part of our JCC family. We
continue to work hard to make improvements to the facility and to ensure that our programming is of the highest
quality. We are committed to providing you and your family a warm and welcoming place where you can connect
to your community of family and friends and engage in an array of programming as well as social, cultural and
recreational activities. For over 65 years, the Charleston Jewish Community Center has proudly been serving
people of all ages and stages of life. We encourage you to come and be a part of all the JCC has to offer.
Masha KalinsKy Judi CorsaroJCC President CEO
Mission stateMentThe Charleston Jewish Community Center
exists to nurture and enrich our Jewish
identity as we respect diversity by focusing
on culture, education, social and physical
development, and service needs. The
Center enhances the quality of Jewish life
for individuals, families and the community.
Volunteer opportunities
The JCC is always looking for volunteers
ages 16 and over to help enhance our
programs and services. Volunteer for a one-
time event, a weekly project, or anything in
between. Filling community service hours,
doing a mitzvah project, or just helping
out, your time is a welcome donation!
Ronneca [email protected]
SHAlOm!
3staff directory
Staff DiReCTORyKiM alEXandErCJF/JCC Executive Assistant [email protected]
stEfaniE alEXandErAccountant [email protected] 843.614.6483
alEXis BailEyChildren’s Services Director [email protected] 843.614.6498
Carol BErlinSpecial Events Coordinator [email protected]
KatiE BiElsKyCustomer Relations Specialist [email protected]
sandra BrEttCultural Arts Programming [email protected]
Charleston JCC Main line 843.571.6565
Charleston JCC Fax nuMber 843.556.6206
building hours Monday................................... 6am - 8pmTuesday .................................. 6am - 8pmWednesday ............................ 6am - 8pmThursday ................................. 6am - 8pmFriday ...................................... 6am - 5pmSaturday ...................................... CLOSEDSunday .................................... 9am - 5pm
e-newsletter & FaCebookStay in touch and sign up on our website for our weekly e-newsletter. Facebook.com/CharlestonJ
www.charlestonjcc.org
Judi CorsaroCJF/JCC CEO [email protected] 843. 614.6600
susan CritzManCJF/JCC [email protected]
BEn fluddJCC Groundskeeper843.571.6565
lEnny GrEGGMaintenance843.571.6565
JosEphinE GrEEnTransportation843.442.8942
dEE hilosMaintenance843.571.6565
BridGEt JohnsonSenior Graphic Designer [email protected]
andrEa JosEphCJF Graphic [email protected] 843.614.6480
stEphaniE lasEKFitness & Wellness Director [email protected]
ChElsEa parKErDirector of First [email protected]
sarah roshfEldCJF Program [email protected]
sara sharnoffDirector of Social Services, Teens & Senior Programming [email protected] 843.614.6494
taMar stErnfEldJCC Program Director [email protected] 843.614.6486
lori hoCh stiEfElDirector of Marketing, Family & Holiday Programming [email protected]
ronnECa WatKinsJCC Chief Operating Officer [email protected] 843.614.6488
4 page name
5membership
DiD you know?The Charleston JCC is here to serve people all ages, faiths and
backgrounds. We’re here for you! A membership at the JCC is a good way to get involved in the community, meet new friends and broaden your own horizons! Our programs have something for all ages and stages of life.
There’s never been a better time to join! Make this year a year for wellness and fun for your whole family! The Charleston JCC – You belong here!
didyouknow?
Benefits of a JCC membership include...
full access to all our amenitiesMembers have access to our Junior
olympic-sized Pearlstine Pool, Fitness
Center & Body Training Systems® (BTS®)
Group Fit and Group Cycling classes,
Senior Fit classes, yoga, basketball and
tennis courts, locker rooms with showers
and saunas, the Senior Lounge, an
auditorium for meetings and much more!
Various programs for all ages...
adult programmingMembers can experience exciting cultural
events, holiday programs, classes and
more at a discounted price.
senior programmingOur Senior members enjoy popular day
trips, Bingo games, “Lunch and Learns”,
“Chat Rooms”, and other activities that will
keep you connected to the community.
sports & recreation & aquatics programmingOur members get to take full advantage
of our basketball court as well as youth
and adult basketball leagues. The JCC
works in partnership with the City of
Contact Ronneca Watkins at 843-614-6488 or by email at [email protected] for more information.
memBeRSHiP
MeMbership rates are flexible anD afforDable, as low as $38 per Month!
financial assistanceIt is the philosophy of the JCC that no one
is ever denied membership because of an
inability to pay dues. If there are special
circumstances that require an adjustment
or special assistance, please contact
Judi [email protected] or 614-6600
Charleston and St. Andrews to provide
these competitive leagues for program
participants. The Pearlstine Pool not only
hosts the annual “City Meet” but also
is home to the JCC swim team, swim
lessons, pool rentals and so much more.
Membership rates are flexible and
affordable, as low as $38 per month!
youth, family & holiday programmingMembers get to take advantage of high
quality Family and Holiday Programming
while receiving discounts on our many
children’s programs such as “Lunch
Bunch” for early-childhood aged children,
JCare afterschool enrichment, Camp
Baker -our popular summer camp- winter
camps, babysitting and “Morning Out”.
6 page name
7adult programming
Contact Tamar Sternfeld at 843-614-6486 or by email at [email protected] for more information.
adult PROGRAmminG
MinErva KinGJewish Folklore and Tales for Around the
World (family event for all ages).
Come out Sunday afternoon for a
wonderful storytelling event for the
whole family. Minerva King will delight
you with Jewish folklore and other multi-
cultural tales from around the world,
often augmented with music. Presented
by the Charleston County Public Library
as part of the Charleston Tells Storytelling
Festival in partnership with the Charleston
Jewish Community Center, KKBE,
Synagogue Emanu-El, BSBI Synagogue,
and Congregation Dor Tikvah.
For further information, please call 843.805.6930Date: Sunday , February 3rd
Time: 1:00pm
Location: The JCC
Fee: FREE
JaMMin’ at thE J'Join us as we open up the JCC for a night
to jam! Bring your guitar, your drums, and
start to play!
Day: Second Thursday of each month
starting January 10th, ongoing
Time: 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: The JCC
Fee: FREE
BEadinG ClassAre you the creative type? Do you love
to make your own jewelry? Join us as
we learn how to make beautiful beaded
jewelry with the staff from the Beaded
Venus. Light nosh, coffee, and all supplies
are included.
Date: Sunday, January 27th
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: The JCC
Community Fee: $35 | Member Fee: $25
sCrapBooKinG ClassAre your memories shoved into a box
in the back of your closet? Preserve the
memories that have taken you a lifetime
to create for a lifetime with the experts
from Scrap, Stamp, and Ink as we create
two beautifully crafted scrapbook pages.
Bring your photos and let your creative
juices flow! Light nosh, coffee, and all
supplies are included.
Date: Sunday, February 17th
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: The JCC
Community Fee: $30 | Member Fee: $25
aDult prograMsWhether you are interested in food, wine, humor, music, culture, or even exploring your inner crafter, the Charleston JCC has it all. Our adult programs are here to help you learn, grow, and connect with your community in the process. Join us for these classes as we help you pursue your passions.
// COnTinueD On PAGe 22
8 page name
9senior programming
sEnior forEvEr fitThis exercise program works on balance,
flexibility, cardio and resistance to help
you become more fit. We use music
and games for a class that will get you
energized and elevate your spirit.
Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Time: 10:10am
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: FREE
Senior PROGRAmminGsenior prograMsThe Charleston JCC Senior program offers transportation, guest speakers, exercise programs, day trips, games, and various collaborations with other senior organizations in the area. Our seniors can enjoy the JCC’s Senior Lounge for coffee, snacks, and social time with their friends. Up-to-date information on all our senior activities can be found in the Active Adults Calendar, published quarterly.
Contact Sara Sharnoff at 843-614-6494 or by email at [email protected] for more information.
BinGo and snaCKsBingo fun!
Days: First Tuesday of the month, ongoing
Time: 12:00pm
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: FREE
ChatrooM and lunChEnjoy a kosher lunch with your friends and
discuss current events with our staff.
Days: Third Tuesday of every month, ongoing
Time: 12:00pm
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: FREE
rsvp rEquirEd
Chair EXErCisEWant to work out without leaving your
seat? This class incorporates chairs
and focuses on balance, flexibility, and
resistance to help you reach a new fit level.
Days: Mondays and Fridays
Location: Sherman House Recreation Room
Time: 11:15am
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: FREE
Mah JonGJoin us for Mah Jong days! Open to new
and seasoned players. Snacks and Mah
Jong cards are provided.
Days: Monday and Wednesday, ongoing
Time: 11:00am
Fee: FREE
supEr BinGo and lunChCalling all Bingo lovers! Join us every
month for a delicious kosher lunch,
amazing prizes, and great company in the
JCC Senior Lounge.
Days: Last Tuesday of the month, ongoing
Time: 12:00pm
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: FREE
rsvp rEquirEd
trip to sEE lEs MisÉraBlEsJoin us at the North Charleston
Performing Arts Center to watch
the incredible Les Miserables. With a
backdrop set in France at the beginning
of the nineteenth century, this play
revolves around the lives of several
characters, entailing their efforts at
revolution and redemption.
Day: Wednesday, February 20th at 6:00pm
Location: Meet at the JCC
Fee: Call for information
Ticket will include transportation.
rsvp rEquirEd By 1/14
10 page name
11fitness
Contact Stephanie lasek at 843-614-6488 or by email at [email protected] for more information.
fitneSS & WellneSS
Group aCtivE®Activate your life in only one hour! Feeling
fitter, stronger, and more alive has never
been more achievable or more enjoyable.
Incorporating all elements of fitness,
Group Active® will increase your cardio
endurance, build your strength and
improve your balance & flexibility. All this is
offered in a supportive environment, with
motivating music and caring instructors.
Get more out of life, Get Active!
Group CEntErGy®Redefine yourself with Group
Centergy®: Grow longer and stronger as
you explore this 60 minute journey of
yoga and Pilates movements. Positive,
uplifting music, group dynamics and
supportive instructors will enable you
to center your energy, reduce stress and
even smile. Discover Group Centergy®!
*A Yoga mat is recommended.
Group CyClinG®Get your ride on! Indoor cycling has
arrived at the J and we are ready to take
you on the ride of your life! Our expert
team of cycling instructors will lead you
on a 60 minute ride up and over hills
and speeding along flat terrain, all to the
sounds of fun, inspiring music. Let Group
Cycling® help you reach your fitness goals!
Group GroovE®If you can move, you can Groove. You’ll
stomp, flick, wiggle, jiggle, hip, hop, snap,
shimmy, shake, slide, glide, smile and
laugh your way through this 60 minute
fitness dance program. Experience a
fusion of club, urban and Latin dance
styles with motivating chart topping hits
and retro classic tunes. Supportive, funky,
easy going instructors help you Get A
Move On! with Group Groove®.
Group KiCK®Group Kick® brings it on! This electric 60
minute fusion class of martial arts and boxing
movements will kick your cardio fitness to
the next level while defining and shaping
your body and self confidence! Energetic
music, awesome instructors and a group
environment will keep you punching, kicking
and smiling! Group Kick® will knock you out!
Group poWEr®Group Power® is your hour of power! This
60 minute barbell program strengthens
all your major muscles in an inspiring,
motivating group environment with
fantastic music and awesome instructors.
With simple, athletic movements such as
squats, lunges, presses and curls, Group
Power® is for all ages and fitness levels.
Discover results, discover Group Power®!
// COnTinueD On PAGe 22
fitness classesIs yoga your thing? Are you a cycling junkie? Do you prefer the fun and friendship of a group exercise class? Then the JCC Fitness and Wellness programs are for you. We offer an array of Body Training Systems classes that will inspire you to get moving. The road to a healthier you begins with one step...take it at the JCC.
12 page name
13aquatics
2013 sWiM lEssonsDIVE IN…Whether you want group
or private swim lessons, the JCC has
knowledgeable swim instructors available
to help meet your aquatics goals for the
summer. All private swim lessons are
personalized for each individual and are
held one on one at a mutually convenient
time. Contact Ronneca Watkins to sign up
for swim lessons.
Dates: Sunday, June 2nd - Sunday,
September 29th
Location: Pearlstine Pool
AquATiCS
Contact Ronneca Watkins at 843-614-6488 or by email at [email protected] for more information.
aquaticsSummers in Charleston are hot! What better way to cool off than to take a dip in The Pearlstine Pool? Whether enjoying one of our aquatic fitness classes, racing down the lane with the Starfish swim team, or even just beginning to learn how to swim, the Charleston JCC has it all. Dive on in!
aqua zuMBa With prisCaPool Party workout for all ages. This class
is safe, effective and a challenging water
based workout that integrates the Zumba
formula and philosophy into traditional
aqua fitness disciplines. For more
information please contact Stephanie
Lasek at [email protected]
Dates: May - September
Time and Day: TBA
Location: Pearlstine Pool
Fee: $10/class
WatEr aEroBiCsThis class focuses on both cardio and
strength training while you are staying
afloat! Whether you’re trying to maintain
your current level of fitness or reach a
new level, the added benefit of training in
water makes our aqua workouts safe and
fun without impact to the joints. Even
people who suffer from arthritis will want
to give these classes a try!
Day/Dates/Time: TBA.
Check out the JCC website mid April
Location: Pearlstine Pool
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: FREE
*Minimum of 4 people registered by 5/3
starfishDoes your little fish eat, sleep, and dream
about swimming? Then the Starfish is for
you! The JCC and The City of Charleston
Recreation Department are teaming up
again this summer to bring you the best
team in the CCAA! Practices begin May,
1st. Registration begins in mid-January.
Practice times will vary, according to
the age group. Meets are Tuesday and
Thursday evenings, with the schedule
provided by CCAA in late May. This is
a parent-supported team and family
volunteers are always needed. For more
information or if you are interested in
becoming a 2013 Swim Team Sponsor,
contact Ronneca Watkins at
Dates: May 1st - Season will end with CCAA
City Swim Meet July 21st - July 23rd.
Community Fee: $75/child
Member Fee: $60/child
$50 for each additional child
// COnTinueD On PAGe 23
14 page name
15sports & recreation
SportS & ReCReATiOn
BasEBallCome play for the JCC’s youth baseball
team! Our baseball program is
committed to teaching the game in
a fun, competitive and instructional
atmosphere. We are focused on improving
the abilities of each player, while
enhancing the experience for each child.
Register January 7th - 25th
Late Registration January 28th - February 1st
Late Registration Fee: Additional $20 per
program participant
Age: 4-17 years old, divided into age
appropriate teams
Community Fee: $55 | Member Fee: $30
Contact Ronneca Watkins at 843-614-6488 or by email at [email protected] for more information.
GyM rEntalsLooking for a place to rent for your team’s
practice or for games? No worries! The
JCC offers gym and field rentals.
Contact Ronneca Watkins at [email protected]
JCC MaCCaBi GaMEs®Join us for the 2013 JCC Maccabi Games®
and JCC Maccabi Artsfest® as we go to
Orange County to represent Charleston!
Whether you are a tennis star, a dancer, or
the next LeBron James, you will want to
be a part of Team Charleston. Sorry folks,
this is for teens only! The JCC Maccabi
Games® and ArtsFest® are amazing events
where thousands of Jewish teens meet,
compete and have a great time, creating
memories that will last a lifetime. For
more information or if you are interested
in hosting a parlor meeting in your home
please contact Sara Sharnoff at 571-6565
or via e-mail at [email protected]
soCCEr CliniCChallenger Sports brings their brand of
fun, skill-building soccer training back for
an afterschool clinic. Join us as we dribble,
shoot, and score our way to better skills on
the soccer field.
Day: Mondays
Date: April 8th - May 20th
Time: 3:45 pm -4:30 pm
Age: k-5th
Community Fee: $120 | Member Fee: $105
5 on 5 MEn’s BasKEtBall lEaGuELooking for a little bit of friendly
competition while showing off your
moves on the basketball court? Then join
our 5 on 5 Men’s Basketball League. There
will be a championship game at the end
of the season. Come on out and see if your
team will be the reigning champions.
Day: Sundays & Tuesdays
There will be two sessions; see the JCC
website for more details.
Time: Sunday, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tuesday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Age: 30 and Up
Fee: $450/per team
sports & recreationDo you picture yourself in the Football Hall of Fame? Are you the next Michael
Jordan? Looking for a casual pick up game? Our Sports and Rec programs are
right up your alley! Come check us out and let the games begin!
16 page name
17children's programming
BaBysittinG & MorninG out at thE JCCAre you looking to make the most of your membership? We offer babysitting. You can enjoy a fitness class or any other program inside the JCC. Or if you’d like to run a few errands or sleep in, we offer a morning out program just for you. Our trained staff will be here to play games, do crafts, and entertain your children while you can go take some time to yourself.
** Available for evening fitness classes too
** 24-hour advance registration is required.
Children'S PROGRAmminG
Contact Alexis Bailey at 843-614-6498 orby email at [email protected] for more information.
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: 12 weeks old – 18 months
Morning Out - Community: $8 | Member: $6
Babysitting - Community: $7 | Member: $5
JCarE When the school day is done, 'J'
Care begins! Our experienced and
compassionate staff prepares activities
daily to best serve your children. Our
program includes classes, enrichment
activities, organized and free play,
kosher snacks and more! 'J' Care follows
the Addlestone Hebrew Academy
and Charleston County Public School
calendars, but will accommodate for
each child’s school calendar!
GOLD- ‘J’Care, Winter and Spring Camp,
School’s Out, & Early Dismissals
SiLVER- ‘J’Care, School’s Out,
& Early Dismissals
BROnzE- ‘J’Care, Early Dismissals
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Fee: $13/day $65/week.
Member Fee: $11/day $55/week
Please call for more information.
Kid’s niGht oWtJoin us at the ‘J’ each month for Kid’s
Night OWT. Children will have a delicious
dinner and engage in exciting activities.
Look OWT for more information
lunCh BunChAre you looking for some enrichment
activities for your little one? Join us
for Lunch Bunch at the Charleston ‘J’!
We offer lunch and a different activity.
Choose one or choose them all!
Children Ages 2-5 years old
Time: 12:00-1:30pm
DAnCE MOVES
This program explores movement, basic
ballet technique, and simple dance steps.
A wide variety of props and music are used
to enhance movement training in this fun
and creative dance program.
1/14-5/20 No Class: 1/21, 2/18, 3/25, 4/1
Day: Mondays
Community Fee: $225
Member Fee: $215
chilDren's prograMMingWhether you are looking for craft classes, sports activities, childcare or even just a night OWT, we have activities for even our littlest members in a safe, warm, and nurturing environment.
// COnTinueD On nexT PAGe
18 page name
Coming soon, to a summer vacation near you, its camp baker’s Superhero Summer! Want to get in on the action? join us for our 2013 camp baker fair! Games, snacks, crafts, and the premier of the 2012 camp baker circus of the Kids video. See friends from summer 2012 and be the first to sign up for camp baker 2013. Someone will win a free week of camp 2013…why can’t it be you?
2013 Camp Baker Fair2013 Camp Baker FairSunday, February 17th
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sunday, February 17th
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Contact Tamar Sternfeld at
or 843-614-6486 for more
information.
19children's programming continued
Lunch Bunch Continued...
BUCHEn MARTiAL ARTS
Sensei Jim teaches a dynamic age-
appropriate curriculum that enables
students to develop their skill and grow
in self-confidence and character.
1/14-5/20 No Class: 1/21, 2/18, 3/25, 4/1
Day: Mondays
Community Fee: $225 | Member Fee: $215
TikES n' SPikES
Tikes n' Spikes is a popular early soccer
development program specifically
created for 3-5 year olds. The uniquely
designed sessions focus on character
building, physical development and
include non-stop action, energy and fun.
1/16-4/24 No Class: 3/27, 4/3
Day: Wednesdays
Fee: $165 payable to Jackson Soccer
Development prior to commencement of
classes
Minimum # of participants is 8
ART BUzz
Let your child express their crazy
imaginations with hands on activities,
incredible paintings, & mixed media that
they are guaranteed to love! We'll mix it all
together to end up with fabulous artwork,
creations, and education.
1/18-5/24 No class: 2/1, 2/15, 2/22, 3/22, 3/29
Day: Friday
Community Fee: $225 | Member Fee: $215
sChool’s outWhen Addlestone Hebrew Academy or
Charleston County Schools are out…
the School’s Out program is in! Teacher
workdays, vacations days, we've got you
covered! Our days are fun-filled with
enrichment activities & hot kosher lunch.
AHA: January 2, 21, 31 | February 1 (EC
only) 15, 18, 22 | March 22, 25
CCSD: January 17, 18, 21| February 18
March 6, 29 | June 5, 6
Community Fee: $55 | Member Fee: $40
sprinG CaMpLooking for spring break plans? Look no
further than the JCC! We have activities
all day that include art projects, outdoor
games, kosher kookin’, and much more.
Kosher snacks & lunches will be provided.
Days: Thursday - Friday
AHA: March 28th - April 3rd
CCSD: April 3th - April 5th
**NO CAMP APRIl 1st & 2nd
Time: 7:00am - 6:00pm
Community Fee: $55/day | Member Fee:
$40/day
aftErsChool EnriChMEntDAnCE MOVES
This program explores movement, basic
ballet technique, and simple dance steps.
A wide variety of props and music are used
to enhance movement training in this fun
and creative dance program.
Date: 1/14-5/20 No Class: 1/21, 2/18, 3/25,
4/1
Day: Mondays
Age: 2yrs- k
Time: 3:45 pm -4 :30 pm
Community Fee: $195 | Member Fee: $180
kARATE WiTH BUCHEn MARTiAL ARTS
Karate classes are safe, fun, and high
energy. Karate puts children in touch with
their bodies and helps build coordination,
agility, strength and poise, as well as
personal safety skills.
Date: 1/15-5/21 No Class: 3/26, 4/2
Day: Tuesdays
Age: k-5
Time: 3:45 pm -4:30 pm
Community: $220
Member: $200
MAD SCiEnCE
Does your child like to experiment with
things and are they just plain curious? Well
Mad Science is here. Grab your beakers and
goggles and get busy.
aGE: 3-5
Date: 1/15-5/21 No class: 3/26, 4/2
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm
Community Fee: $215 | Member Fee: $204
aGE: 5-11
Date: 1/16-5/22 No Class: 3/27, 4/3, 5/15
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Community Fee: $215 | Member Fee: $204
// COnTinueD On PAGe 23
20 page name
21community events
Community evenTS
Contact Tamar Sternfeld at 843-614-6486 or by email at [email protected] for more information.
shaBBat in a BoXAre you looking to host a Shabbat
dinner? Are you looking to connect
with other Jewish people? Give us a call
and we do all the work! We will provide
everything from the food to the cutlery
to the tablecloths…all put together for
you! Shabbat in a Box dinners are held in
private homes. We will connect you with
other people with shared interests and
help make your Shabbat special. Dietary
laws observed. Contact Tamar Sternfeld
for Shabbat In A Box dates and more
information, [email protected]
CaMp BaKEr fairComing soon, to a summer vacation
near you, it's Camp Baker’s Superhero
Summer! Want to get in on the action?
Join us on Sunday, February 17th from
3-5 pm for our 2013 Camp Baker Fair!
Games, snacks, crafts, and the premiere
of the 2012 Camp Baker Circus of the
Kids Video. See friends from last summer
and be the first to sign up for Camp
Baker 2013. Someone will win a free
week of Camp 2013…why can’t it be
you? Contact Tamar Sternfeld at tamars@
charlestonjcc.org for more information.
Kidsfair GalaThis year's KidsFair Gala will say a special
“Thank You” to our sponsors of 25
years. It will be held in Honor of Sharon
Toporek on Tuesday, February 26th at
the Johnson Hagood Stadium on the
Pearson Club Level. Join us for a great
evening of friends, foods, and drinks. For
more information, please contact Carol
Berlin at 568-4450 or [email protected]
Tickets: $75/per person | $150/per couple
City- WidE sWiM MEEtSave the date for the Coastal Carolina
Aquatics Association (CCAA) City-Wide
Swim Meet. We are looking for great
volunteers, like you, to help out. Are you
looking to build your business traffic
and reach more people? Be a City-Wide
Swim Meet sponsor and reach over
10,000 people with your ad! For more
information, contact Ronneca Watkins at
Dates: July 21st - 23rd
puriM CarnivalIf you missed last year’s Purim Street Fair,
here is your chance to come out and join
in the Charleston Jewish Community’s
Purim Fun! For more information, contact
Lori Hoch Stiefel at [email protected]
Day: Sunday, February 24th
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
ChaMEtz BurnJoin your friends from the JCC for this
special mitzvah. We will get rid of all of
our bread before Passover. You supply the
chametz, we supply the fire!
Date: Monday, March 25th
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Fee: FREE
coMMunity eventsAt the Charleston JCC, we create community through innovative, engaging, and high quality programs designed to nurture your mind, your body, and your spirit. Join us today and find your center.
// COnTinueD On PAGe 23
22 programming continued
Adult Programming Continued...
lEarn to play Mah JonGDoes the clinking of tiles bring a smile to
your face? Do you dream of Dots, Bams,
Cracks and Winds? Now is your chance to
learn the ancient game of Mah Jong! It's
not your grandmother’s game anymore.
Fee includes instruction, light nosh, and
the 2013 Mah Jong Card.
Date: Wednesday, January 30th and Monday,
February 4th
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: The JCC
Community Fee: $25 | Member Fee: $15
KnittinG ClassHave you ever watched a knitter clicking
their needles and thought “I wish I knew
how to do that?” Now you can! Join us as
we learn the art of knitting. Whether you
are creating your first scarf or you want a
refresher, this class is for you!
Date: Sunday, March 17th
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: The JCC
Community Fee: $15 | Member Fee: $10
Fitness & Wellness Continued...
Group stEp®Discover new heights with Group Step®!
Utilizing the step in many positions and
heights, this compelling 60 minute cardio
program strengthens and shapes the
lower body one step at a time. Energetic
music and motivating instructors create
this spunky group experience. Step this
way with Group Step®.
h.i.i.t. & run®H(igh) I(ntensity) I(nterval) T(raining) is our
newest group fitness class. In just 45 minutes
you will crank up the energy and stoke the
fires of your metabolism to become a fat
burning machine! Simple, athletic moves
done in short bursts, followed by quick
recovery periods are what characterize this
style of training. Geared toward those that like
a challenge and want to make the most out of
their workout time. Let’s H.I.I.T. it!
total Body fitnEssTotal Body Fitness is a Women’s Only,
Tri-Part Fitness class that utilizes three
areas of Fitness: Aerobics, Resistance,
and Flexibility. For a balanced
workout program, each class will have
components of all three areas.
Day: Friday
Time: 8:00am
Location: Group Fitness Room
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: FREE
Kids triathlonDo you have a future Olympian living in
your house? Join us on Sunday, June 30th
for the First Charleston JCC Triathlon. Your
child will bike, swim and run their way
to a healthier lifestyle and have a great
time in the process. For more information
and to register, contact Stephanie
Lasek, Fitness and Wellness Director at
yoGa With ursElClasses will intertwine breath work,
physical postures and meditation to
bring the body, breath and mind to
unity. We will be learning the names and
proper alignment of the poses, proper
breathing techniques as well as learning to
coordinate the breath with the movement
of the body. As we cultivate our awareness
of breath and body, we learn to quiet the
distractions of the mind and participate
whole-heartedly in the moment.
no class 3/27, 4/1, 5/15, 5/27, 7/4
Day: Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
Time: 9:00am
Location: Group Fitness Room
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: FREE
zuMBa/Ball fusionZumba/Ball Fusion is a Women’s Only class
that combines the latest dance craze with
free weight and ball exercises. This hour
long class is divided into: 30 minutes of
Zumba®, 20 minutes of free weights and
10 minutes of ball exercises to provide a
whole body workout. It’s a dance-fitness
class that feels friendly, and most of all, fun.
no class 3/27, 4/1, 5/15, 5/27
Day: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 8:00am
Location: Group Fitness Room
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: FREE
23programming continued
zuMBa® With prisCaThe Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin
rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create
a one-of-akind fitness program that will
blow you away. Zumba® fanatics achieve
long-term benefits while experiencing an
absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-
burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring
movement meant to engage and captivate
for life! Come join the best party around!
no class 3/27, 5/15
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 5:30pm
Community Fee: $5 | Member Fee: $5
Children's Programming Continued...
BriCK By BriCK at thE JCCWe'll explore how machines can make our
work easier by constructing and working with
levers, pulleys, gears, and more! Our goal is
to challenge and encourage fellow Lego
builders to explore the world of building while
expressing their individual creativity.
Date: 1/18-5/24 ; No Class: 3/29, 4/5
Day: Fridays
Age: k and up
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Fee: $215 | Member Fee: $204
JuMp BunChPreschoolers need LOTS of physical activity.
JumpBunch provides great exercise, but in
a structured format that introduces a wide
variety of sports and builds coordination,
balance and confidence.
Date: 1/17-5/24 no Class: 3/28, 4/4,5/16
Day: Thursday
Time: 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Community Fee: $185 | Member Fee: $175
Community Events Continued...
passovEr piCK-upDid you know that the JCC offers kosher
food for Passover? Prepared by Chef Marcie
Rosenberg, under the supervision of the
KCC, we make Passover a little bit easier!
Orders Due: Wednesday, March 6th
Pick-up: March 24th from 12:00pm - 2:00pm
passovEr CafÉTired of Seder leftovers by mid-week?
Then let us do your Passover cooking for
you! The JCC is offering two opportunities
for dinner during the Passover holiday.
Under the Supervision of The KCC, Chef
Marcie Rosenberg will prepare dinner for
you. Dine-in or take-out, whatever your
choice, let us do the work for you.
Passover Cafe: March 28th | 5:00pm -
7:00pm Fried Chicken and meat loaf options
*Look for more information in
the February Voice.
yoM hashoahCommunity-wide Yom HaShoah
commemoration and memorial service.
Date: Sunday, April 7th
Time: 3:00pm
Location: kkBE
Fee: FREE
yoM ha’atzMautCommunity-wide Israel Independence
Day Celebration.
Date: Sunday, April 14th
Check out our website in February
for more information!
passovEr ClosinGsMarch 25th Closes at 5:00pm
March 26th, 27th | April 1st , 2nd
shavuot ClosinGMay 14th Closes at 5:00pm
May15th, 16th
24 jewish resource guide
addlEstonE hEBrEW aCadEMywww.addlestone.orgJewish Community Day school
Brith sholoM BEth israEl (BsBi)www.bsbisynagogue.comOrthodox Congregation
Downtown Charleston
ChaBad of CharlEston andthE loWCountrywww.southernspirit.orgOutreach Center
Mount Pleasant
JCC ChallahDid you know that we have challah made
fresh every week available for purchase?
Pre-order your challah by calling
843.571.6565 .
ConGrEGation dor tiKvahwww.dortikvah.org
Modern Orthodox Congregation
West Ashley
CharlEston JEWish CoMMunity KoshEr food pantryThe mission of the Charleston Jewish Community Kosher Food Pantry is to provide healthy food to individuals and families in crisis in the Charleston Jewish community while creating awareness of the existence of hunger in the community.
Sara Sharnoff | [email protected]
CharlEston JEWish fEdEration www.jewishcharleston.orgThe mission of the Charleston Jewish
Federation is to build, strengthen, and
preserve Jewish identity and the needs of
the community through partnerships that
enable us to serve the needs of our local
Jewish community, Israel, and worldwide.
Sarah Roshfeld | 843.614.6487
CJF Program [email protected]
CharlEston JEWswww.charlestonjews.comHere’s your chance to connect to your
Jewish roots by becoming a member of
several Jewish organizations at once for
one low cost! Charleston has a variety
of Jewish institutions including our
vibrant JCC as well as four synagogues
with active congregations. Enrolling
in the program includes one-year of
membership to all of these organizations
for just $15/month for singles or $30/
couples/families.
Sarah Roshfeld | 843.614.6487CJF Program [email protected]
ConnECtinG JEWish WoMEnwww. connectingjewishwomen.orgCJW is an annual event open to all
rentalsThe Charleston JCC welcomes the opportunity to host your next event in a warm and professional environment. The JCC provides experienced staff who are as familiar with lifestyle ritualsand can provide that extra touch to make you feel right at home. To host your next event at The Charleston JCC, contact Ronneca Watkins at 843-614-6488 or via e-mail at [email protected]
*PlEASE NOTE THAT THE CHARlESTON JCC IS A kOSHER FACIlIT y. ANy RENTER SHAll ADHERE TO All JCC GuIDElINES REGARDING ANy FOOD AND DRINk bROuGHT INTO THE buIlDING.
birthday partiesDoes planning your child’s next birthday party cause you to break into a cold sweat? Well, have we got the answer for you! Have your party at the Charleston JCC and we will take care of all of the work—and even the clean up! From the decorations to the food, to the activities, including our new jump castle, to the cake, we can do it all! Tell us the theme, invite your friends, and we will make it the party of you and your child’s dreams! To schedule your party today, contact Alexis Bailey at 843-614-6498 or [email protected]
didyouknow?
25jewish resource guide
JewiSh reSourCe GuiDeJewish women in the Charleston area.
The day features an array of programs
and breakout sessions that are of
special interest to Jewish women of all
backgrounds and is designed to connect
women more deeply to one another and
their own identity as a Jewish woman.
Sarah Roshfeld | 843.614.6487CJF Program [email protected]
[email protected] is a volunteer organization that
inspires a passion for and commitment to
its partnership with the land and people
of Israel.
Kahal Kadosh BEth ElohiM (KKBE)www.kkbe.orgReform Congregation
Downtown Charleston
JEWish studiEs at CofC http://jewish.cofc.eduJewish Studies is an interdisciplinary
academic program at the College of
Charleston.
national CounCil of JEWish WoMEn (nCJW)www.ncjwcharleston.orgNCJW is a grassroots organization of
volunteers and advocates who turn
progressive ideals into action.
pJ liBrary® in CharlEstonThe PJ Library® program supports families
in their Jewish journey by sending Jewish
content books and music on a monthly
basis to children from age six months to
seven years for free!
Lori Hoch Stiefel | [email protected]
thE rEMEMBEr proGraMThe REMEMBER Program for Holocaust
and Genocide Education plays a vital role
in our community. We educate about the
horrors of the Holocaust, promoting the
concept of mutual respect for all peoples,
creating goodwill and building community
amongst all ethnicities in Charleston.
Tamar Sternfeld | [email protected]
shaloM BaByDo you have a new addition to the
family? We’d love to visit and provide a
gift! “Shalom Baby” warmly welcomes
new babies and reaches out to parents in
the Charleston Jewish Community. Each
new baby is greeted with a visit by a CJF
Staff and a goody bag. The Shalom Baby
program is generously funded by a grant
from the Zucker Family Foundation.
Lori Hoch Stiefel | [email protected]
synaGoGuE EManu-Elwww.emanu-el.comConservative Congregation
West Ashley
yadwww.charlestonyad.orgYAD offers young Jewish singles, couples,
and families a broad range of social,
educational, cultural, and volunteer
opportunities. There is no membership
fee for YAD.
Sarah Roshfeld | 843.614.6487CJF Program [email protected]
Non-Profit OrgU.S. PostagePAIDPermit #437Charleston, SCwww.charleston.org
1645 raoul Wallenberg blvd.
charleston Sc, 29407
NEW LOCATION
BurkE HIgH SCHOOL244 PrESIdENT STrEET CHArLESTON, SC 29403 Presented by the Charleston Jewish Community Center in partnership with the City of Charleston. Hosted by Charleston County School District, Charleston County Community Education Department, and Charleston County Parks & Recreation Department.
For more information, please contact Carol Berlin at 843.568.4450 or [email protected]
A Celebration of and for Children
March 10, 2013
Save the
date!