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Fundraising & DevelopmentAnita Bruckmeir, Development Director 718.475.5234 abruckmeir@sijcc.com

TributesIn Honor of Matthew Titone on his marriage to Giosue Pugliese- David Sorkin, the Board and Staff of the Jewish Community Center

In Memory of Lew Werb, Beloved Husband, Father & Grandfather- David Sorkin, the Board and Staff of the Jewish Community Center- Sylvia & Howard Cohen- Rick Lechtman- Marie, Egon, Meryl, Jon, Linda and Henry Salmon

In Honor of Alan & Freya Poritz and their daughter Rachel on thebirth of her son Liam- Sue Sappin, David Sorkin and the Board & Staff of the Jewish Community Center

In Memory of Trevor William Faurot, Beloved Son of Grant & Helen Faurot & Fiancé of Gina Stellabotte- Vicki Roitman

In Honor of Beatrice Victor receiving the Elizabeth Connelly Womenin Leadership Award from the Staten Island Women’s Political Caucus- David Sorkin, the Board and Staff of the Jewish Community Center

To honor or remember someone in this way, please contact ChanaCilento, Development Associate at 718-475-5243 orccilento@sijcc.com.

In Jewish tradition, we are asked to recognize that some in our com-munities may be suffering hardship. It is our duty to assist those inneed. This act of giving, called tzedakah, is considered to be a mitzvahor “good deed”. We may feel fortunate in our own lives to be blessedwith a good family or just to be employed when so many others arenot. It is natural to feel that we are fortunate in our everyday livesand at the same time feel compelled to reach out to those who des-perately need help. Questions and uncertainty arise: Who do we help?Do we give to an individual, or an organization? Can we afford to?Can we afford not to? Are we able to really make a difference in some-one’s life? While we may struggle to answer these questions, the JCC has pro-

vided answers. By delivering vital services and programs to thousandsof needy individuals and families in our community, we have answeredthe call. Whether it is providing kosher meals to home-bound seniorsor providing camp and nursery school scholarships for families, theJCC continues to give and reach out to all who need help. We rely onyour generosity to provide the financial resources necessary to carryout our mission. There are several ways you can give to the JCC which make a dif-

ference in the lives of our community’s most needy. Please considermaking a donation through our Tribute Program, sponsoring an eventor program or starting a scholarship or fund in a family member’sname. Contact Kevin Brosnick, Director of Individual Giving, at718.475.5256 or kbrosnick@sijcc.com.

Did You Know

The JCC is pleased to announce an exciting new initiative called the Literacy Zone Program. Literacy Zones were developed by theNew York State Board of Regents and the State Education Department to close the achievement gap in urban and rural communities of concentrated poverty and large numbers of families and individuals with limited literacy or English language proficiency. The program provides a systemic focus on meeting the literacy needs of communities, from birth to adult. The JCC, in partnership with Project Hospitality, El Centro del Inmigrante and Make the Road New York now has two Family Welcome Centers at which interested individualscan obtain comprehensive services focusing on offering them pathways out of poverty. Services include the following:

• A continuum of literacy services from early childhood through adult, including strong support for parent involvement in their child’s literacy development at home and engagement with the school system.

• Assistance and support for at-risk youth to enable them to complete high school and succeed in post-secondary education or advanced training.

• Post-secondary transition that enable out-of-school youth and adults to attain a high school equivalency diploma and succeed in post-secondary education.

• Programs that enable out-of-school youth and adults who are receiving public assistance, food stamps, or families with family incomes less than 200% of poverty to obtain and retain employment.

• Pathways to citizenship and English language proficiency for limited English language adults.

• Workforce development programs, including apprenticeship, career and technical education, and career pathways.

• Support for mature workers and senior citizens to enable them to stay out of poverty.

It Happened in Italy- by Elizabeth BettinaHear the true story of Italian resistance to the Holocaust.MEET THE AUTHOR - Elizabeth BettinaShe will be joined by Jews who survivedin Italy who will give first hand accountsof rescue and resistance.The story tellsabout Italian internment camps, familiestorn apart and reunited and how approximately eighty percent of theJews in Italy survived. She unearths“survival and goodness amidst evil”in World War II Italy and miraculous discoveries in the New York City area(and in the U.S.)Guest Speaker Jerome Krase, Ph.D. Emeritus and Murray KoppelmanProfessor - Brooklyn College. Co-sponsored by National Organizationfor Italian American Women (NOIAW)RSVP: Marsha Fleischmann 718.475.5260Monday, November 14, 7:30pm

Cooking Class Thai CuisineWhy order out when you canlearn how easy the tantalizingart of Thai cooking can be. Thaicuisine marries many sublimeflavors including fragrantlemongrass, tangy cilantro andhot chiles. You'll learn how toprepare Thai Summer rolls, padThai, chicken and beef sate withpeanut sauce, coconut, veg-etable curry with forbiddenblack rice, green mango saladand limeade with lemongrass and fresh mint.Fee: $40M/$45NMWednesday, December 7, 6:30pm

My Son the Waiter – A Jewish Tragedy You don’t have to be Jewish or a waiterto relate to growing up, being an actor,being an actor who waits tables, andpersevering through everything lifethrows at you. Brad’s stand-ups of hischildhood, family, career and misbegot-ten love life are as warm and poignantas they are hilarious! He has appearedon Conan O’Brian, Comedy Central, andthe David Letterman Show as well asopening act for Joan Rivers.Tickets online at sijcc.com or at frontdesks: $18 members/$25 non membersContact Orit 718.475.5227 or olender@sijcc.comBernikow JCCDate postponed. Watch for recheduled date.

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Arts & CultureOrit Lender, Program Director 718.475.5227 olender@sijcc.com

Fall Film Series Anniversary of Kristalnacht – Film and Book Discussion- FREEPresented by Dr. Martin GarfinkleWinston Churchill Walking with DestinyWalking with Destiny highlights Churchill'syears in the political wilderness, his earlyopposition to Adolf Hitler and Nazism, andhis support for Jews under threat by theNazi regime. As historian John Lukacs explains, Churchill may not have won theWar in 1940, but without him, the War most certainly would have beenlost. Sir Martin Gilbert, historical consultantfor the film and Churchill's official biographer, adds thathad Churchill's warnings about Nazi Germany's racial policies towardsJews been heeded in the early 1930's, the Holocaust may never haveoccurred. The film examines why Winston Churchill's legacy continuesto be relevant in the 21st Century and explores why his leadershipremains inspirational to current day political leaders and diplomats. The Lion’s RoarA uniquely powerful book illustrating how ordinary people can pickthemselves from the ordinary and become extraordinary by learningand practicing the wisdom shared with them by great leaders of thepast. Garfinkle combines the wisdom of Sir Winston Churchill, FranklinDelano Roosevelt, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt into aweekly guide to give readers a pathway on how to feel better, livebetter and enjoy a better less stressful life. Thursday, November 10, 7pm

Rashevski’s Tango A Dance of Love, Family, ReligionWhat does it mean to be Jewish? Three generations of the Rashevski familygrapple with the question, after the deathof Rose, the secular matriarch who believed that the tango would make all troubles disappear. Charming andendearing, the characters confront is-sues of relationships, family, religion,love, romance, and interfaith marriage. Stolzenberg Social HallFee: $8M/$10NMTuesday, November 15, 7:30pm

Art at the JInteresting. Intriguing. Stimulating.Exhibit by Dominick DenaroNovember - December

Artist’s ReceptionThursday, November 17,6:30pm Murray Berman Art at the J Gallery

FREE

JCC of Staten Island Selected to Create

the Borough’s Only Innovative Senior CenterThe JCC is proud to be the only Staten Island site, and one of onlyeight selected city-wide, for the Innovative Senior Center programas announced by Mayor Bloomberg and the NYC Department forthe Aging on October 19, 2011.Called the Center for Life Long Development (CLLD), this dynamicnew concept for those 60+ at the JCC Bernikow Center is scheduledto open sometime late winter 2012. The JCC will be hosting publicinformation sessions later in the year to provide additional details.The diverse programs will focus on health and wellness, technology,arts and culture, intergenerational programs, and social action andmany will be in collaboration with other organizations. It will be freeof charge and open to all borough adults in this age group.The JCC is excited to be a Center that will give adults 60+ a wholenew model for wellness on Staten Island. Please watch future issuesof the Bulletin for updates.

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Senior Adult Services Avis/South Shore

Join us for a Veteran’s Day ceremony honoring all of our Veterans!Thursday, November 10, 11:30am

Elderplan is sponsoring a Reflexology and Benefits programTuesday, November 15, 12:45–1:45pm

Thanksgiving PartyJoin us for good food, great entertainment with Peter Joseph andlots of fun! The price for this party is $8Tuesday, November 22, 11am

Blood Pressure Monitoring Have your blood pressure taken by a nurse with VNAOnce a month 10:30am

Medicare Part D Yelena Akhiyezer, consultant with HICAP (Health Insurance Infor-mation Counseling & Assistance Program) is available to assist withany questions regarding stand-alone Part D plans, the Low IncomeSubsidy, EPIC and Medicare Savings and Advantage Plans. every Tuesday at 10:30am

Dates and times are subject to change

Annual Holiday BazaarFREE ADMISSIONThe Jewish Community Center will be hosting its Annual HolidayBazaar. The event will feature a large selection of vendors sellingitems such as jewelry, candles, scarves, hats, gifts, toys,handcrafted soap and local many artisans displaying their creations.Food may be purchased at our Grillz @ Cafe J. Also featured: raffleswith lovely prizes just in time for the holiday season! All proceedsbenefit the Senior ServicesPrograms at the JCC. BernikowJCC. Vendors: To reserve a table please contact Laura Del Prete718.475.5281Sunday, December 11, 10am-4pm

Executive Director David Sorkin, Congressman Michael Grimm, Bobby Amir-Shahiof Time Warner Cable and Commissioner of Youth and Community DevelopmentJeanne B. Mulgrav join students at Carter Center Technology Center unveiling.

JCC Executive Director David Sorkin and Mayor Bloomberg makingannouncement at the Bernikow JCC on October 19.

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Youth/Teens/Camp Glenn Wechsler, MSW, Youth Director 718.475.5231 gwechsler@sijcc.com Stephanie Feldman, M.S., Ed., Asst. Youth Director 718.475.5232 sfeldman@sijcc.com

Early Childhood718.475.5286

Upcoming fun and exciting programs at the Bernikow JCC for gradesUPK through 6th! Remember that siblings pay half!

Camp Night Join us for this “Night to Reunite” with campers and staff from thesummer and enjoy swim, sports, cooking, crafts and games. JCCcampers and all others welcome!Fee: $10M/$20NM and siblings pay half!Saturday, November 5, 7–9pm

Sunday Camp Funday Don’t let your Sunday be a bore with this great program where youcan pick from your favorite camp activities! Whether you loved cook-ing, football, dance, music or swim there is sure to be something foryou to enjoy!In Advance: $20M/$30NM; at door $25M/$35NM and siblings pay half!Sunday, November 13, 1:30–4:30pm

Look at What We Learn

Sukkot: “The Festival of Booths or Taberna-cles,” is the longest and most joyous Jewishfestival. It begins on the eve of the fifteenthday of the Jewish month Tishri and is ob-served for nine days. The observance, whichdeveloped among the Jews who farmed thefields and orchards of ancient Palestine, wasa harvest time festival. It is also reminiscentof the wanderings of the lsraelites in the wilderness after their deliv-erance, when they lived in booths or huts.

Thanksgiving: The first Thanksgiving was cel-ebrated by the Pilgrims in 1621 to celebrate asuccessful harvest in the new land. The cele-bration was based on harvest traditions thatthe colonists brought with them from Eng-land. In 1863, Abraham Lincoln proclaimedThanksgiving as a national holiday.

Chinese Harvest Moon Festival: On the fif-teenth day of the Eighth Moon called the Har-vest Moon-according to Chinese tradition, therule of the sun begins to wane. From that dayon, the days begin to grow shorter and cooler;the nights grow longer; and once again au-tumn is in the air. The Chinese believed thaton this night the moon is her brightest andfullest.

The children in the Early Childhood Center have been exploring thesimilarities and differences in these Harvest-related holidays. In par-ticular, they discovered that through the roof of the Sukkah, you cansee the stars and moon. By studying the cycles of the moon, the chil-dren can better understand the Jewish calendar.

JCC University Pick your own one-shot workshops from great options such as hockey,wood art, hair and nail design, card tricks and more! Fee: $15M/$25/NM; at door 20M/$30NM and siblings pay half!Saturday, November 19, 6:45–9pm

School’s Out Election Day, November 8 This awesome day begins with incredible sports, swim, game room andcool crafts! Then off to US Roller Rink in Woodbridge, NJ. Skate rentalincluded. (wear socks)Veteran’s Day, November 11First knock down some pins at Showplace Alley and later enjoy sports,swim, game room and cool crafts.Bernikow JCCFee: $45 Kidz Klub/$50M/$70NM 9am–5pm with extended hours available

Russian CultureThe mission of the Russian CulturalDepartment is to enrich the Staten Islandcommunity by presenting high qualitycultural arts programs. We are trying topreserve and further Russian and Jewishcultures by seeking opportunities to buildon the literature, theatre and music fromour Russian speaking community’s pastto shape a living legacy for the future.That was the idea behind our Russian Cul-ture week, which just took place. In partnership with Shorefront Yfrom Brooklyn we had the pleasure of having Dialogue Theatre,presenting “Dark Avenues” by Noble prize winner Ivan Bunin. Wealso had a great audience who enjoyed Elena Solovey, designatedpeople’s Actor of Russia and the Cannes Film Festival.Our children had a wonderful opportunity to meet Irina Nedelay, atalented Russian artist, who had a wonderful workshop on Dolls ofSiberia. At the end of the workshop everyone left with handmadedolls.Throughout the week we had many wonderful programs that fo-cused on different aspects of Russian culture, traditions and holi-days and we hope that we’ll have many more Russian Culturalweeks to come in the future.Now we’re working on bringing the Brighton Ballet School ofDance to the J. This dance school is dedicated to provide the high-est quality dance education for girls and boys ages 2-19.The BBTSchool of dance draws on rich traditions of Russian ballet. BBTserves as a cultural oasis, bringing the children into a world whereimagination takes flight and all flourish together.JCC will be more than happy to have such a great opportunities forour community to learn the art of Russian Ballet.In November our Sing A-Long program continues and we hopeeveryone will continue enjoying Russian cultural programs at J. I’dlike to invite everyone to share their thoughts and cultural expira-tions!Give us your feedback and suggestions. We really appreciate it aswe go forward! Contact Bella, 718.475.5262 orbsmorgonskaya@sicc.com.

RSJBella Smorgoskaya, Director 718.475.5286 bsmorganskaya@sijcc.com

AquaticsClaudia McLaughlin, Aquatics Director 718.475.5215 cmclaughlin@sijcc.com

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Triathalon Training/Masters TrainingCoach/instructor Sue Lecarreaux has been swimming competitivelyall her life. She is a member of USA Swimming, US Masters Swimming,and the American Swimming Coaches Association. She holds certifi-cations in Safety Training for Swim Coaches, CPR/AED for the Pro-fessional Rescuer, and Standard First Aid Training. Since 1998 shehas been an active Masters swimmer and has 3 Top Ten listings fromFINA, the World Top Ten listings. She currently holds the New YorkState record for the 400IM since 2006.The new 8 week program will be December 8–January 26Thursdays, November 3, 10, 17 and December 1Fee: prorated; call 718.475.5215 for cost

Richmond Aquatics ClubThe Richmond Aquatics Club @ the JCC is a program that recognizesthat the swimmers entrusted to us are people first and swimmers sec-ond. We will meet swimmers where they are athletically and do every-thing possible to help them become better swimmers, teammates andpeople. We will provide an environment where success is not onlypossible but is inevitable through hard work, dedication and commit-ment to personal and team goals. The Richmond Aquatics Club @ theJCC will constantly work to create a team atmosphere where every-one feels like they are a part of this great experience.Anyone who wishes to try-out must email Coach Gibbons at richmon-daquaticsclub.com or call the pool at 718.475.5215.

JCC Pre-Competitive/Richmond Aquatics (ages 6 – 18) Open to swimmers who want to stay in shape and fine tune strokemechanics year round. Focus is on the four competitive strokes:Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly and also promotesthe perfection of starts and turns. Team members participate in ateam atmosphere without the pressure of competition. This programis designed for beginner swimmers with basic knowledge in allstrokes, to the more advanced swimmer not quite ready for compe-tition. This is an ongoing program. Please call for tryout times andappointments. There are two sessions from September - March andMarch -August. Fee for each session: $275M/$410NM (pro-rated)

A Special Needs ProgramFor the child who needs extra car due to developmental conditions.A Special Needs Program helps children who need special assistancewith the development of motor skills as it exercises the joints andmuscles in their body. (5 sessions) Fee: $150M/$225NM Tuesday, November 17 - December 15, 3:30-4:30pm

Babies R Swimming “Baby Nemos” age 6 months–2 1/2 yearsPut your child on the path to swimming. Introduces infants/toddlersto the pool with the comfort of their caregiver. An adult must accom-pany the child in the pool for the entire lesson. Sunday, November 6- December 11, 10:15-11am or Tuesday, November 8- December 15, 10:30am-11:15am andThursday, November 10, 10:30-11:15amFee: Sunday Classes: $150M/$225NM; Tuesday & Thursday Classes: $200M/$300NM

Swimming Lessons: The American Red Cross Way“Tadpoles, Whales, Sharks and Dolphins”- Level 1 - Level 4Sunday, November 6 - December 4, 10:15-11am orTuesday, November 8- December 6, 4:30pm Level 3 and 4. Fee: $150M/$225NM Sunday, November 6- December 4, 11am –12pm or Thursday, November 10 - December 15, 4:30-5:30pm

New York Swim AcademyNew York Swim Academy offers classes for children at all skill levelsfor all ages. Our unique and dynamic teaching methods will take yourchild the whole way from beginner level to the level where they feelcomfortable to become a competitive swimmer. Registration processfor all new clients begins with a free evaluation class to assess child’scomfort level in the pool. Group lessons: $295M/$395NM for 10 60 minute sessions Private lessons: $30M/$40 for 1 30 minute session Students can join lessons at any time. Lessons are ongoing, yearround. For more information please contact us at 347.982.5656 ornyswimacademy@gmail.com.

Private Swim LessonsSchedule a private lesson with a member of our professional life-guard staff today! Lessons can be scheduled at your leisure. Thereis so much to gain from learning to swim one-on-one. Our instructorsare there to help you and/or your child feel safe in the water.Whether you are new to the waterfront, or are familiar with thewater, we are here to help you improve your swimming skills. Privateswim lessons are an excellent way to build confidence in the water.Most of all, our instructors urge all swimmers - new, experienced,child or adult to build a love of the water and most of all to have fun.For more information, call Claudia McLaughlin, Aquatic ProgramDirector 718-475-5215..

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Jewish Life & Learning Yaffa Schonbach, Jewish Life & Learning Director 718.475.5228 yschonbach@sijcc.com

Panorama for Jewish LivingSeventh Annual Wagner College Chai Society and Hillel Jewish Cul-ture Series, co-sponsored with the JCC of Staten IslandModern Jewish Movements and the 21st CenturyThis lecture series analyzes the relevance and degree of current com-munal impact made by the historic Jewish religious, social, and polit-ical trends born in the modern period. It explores their ongoingmeaningful role and evolution into new forms. As speakers we havescholars and activists with expertise and personal involvement in thethick of Jewish communal life.

The Lubavitch Hasidim and American Multiculturalism:

Defining the Boundaries of Jewishness in a Diverse Society Henry Goldschmidt, Ph.D., Interfaith CenterHenry Goldschmidt is the Education Program Associate at the Inter-faith Center of New York, a non-profit organization working to buildrelationships among New York’s religious communities and civic in-stitutions, and to educate New Yorkers about the city’s religious di-versity. He is a cultural anthropologist, community educator, andscholar of religious and cultural diversity. He received his Ph.D. inanthropology from the University of California at Santa Cruz, and hastaught anthropology and religious studies at Wesleyan University andelsewhere. He is the author of “Race and Religion among the ChosenPeoples of Crown Heights” and co-editor of “Race, Nation, and Reli-gion in the Americas”. Bernikow JCC. Tuesday, November 8, 8pm

Hava Nagila Club "רמז-ןודעומ הבה" NEW ”הליגנHebrew Sing Along program (with English transliteration). Sing oldHebrew songs, learn new songs or just listen to your friends singingtogether your favorite tunes from Israel.For information, contact Sara Cohen, 718.475.5242 or sacohen@sijcc.com.Bernikow JCC. Saturday, November 12, 7:30pm

Ulpan/HebrewTraveling to Israel? Learn to speak and/or read with fun and ease. Beginners- Mondays, 8:15-9:30pm or Wednesdays, 7:30-8:45pmHebrew ReadingLearn to read and write Hebrew in a small and relaxed setting. No previous knowledge of the aleph-bet is necessary. All classes are taught by Yaffit Efraim, an experienced, talented andcreative Hebrew speaking native. Classes are subject to minimumenrollment. Bernikow JCCNew beginner’s class starting soonFor more information please contact Sara Cohen, 718.475.5242 orsacohen@sijcc.com.

Job FairIn collaboration with FEGS, OU Job Board, Connect to Care and theJCC of Staten Island in cooperation with the office of CongressmanMichael Grimm. Job seekers can register at www.sijcc.org Bernikow JCCFor more information please contact Yaffa Schonbach, 718.475.5228or Sara Cohen at sacohen@sijcc.com.Tuesday, November 29, 11am–2pm

Community ProgramsJLI in Hebrew for our Hebrew Speaking Population Life, Death and In BetweenFor more information visit www.myjli.com or to register contactjlistatenisland@gmail.comBernikow JCCMondays, October 31, November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5,7:30pm

Why in the World?

Jewish Explorations for the CuriousJLI’s Fall course is organized around six central themes, with Jewishfacts presented in tandem with texts that cause students to wonderwhy they never heard this before and why they thought Jewsbelieved something other than what is being presented.Each lesson will encompass a major theme that underlies theparticular tidbits of knowledge presented within the lesson, providingstudents with a broad glimpse into many different aspects of Jewishculture, tradition, and observance.6 sessions. Bernikow JCCFor more information visit www.myjli.com or to register contactjlistatenisland@gmail.com .Starting Wednesday, November 9, 7:30-9pm

SAVE THE DATE

The Acrobatic TwinsAn acrobatic entertainment for the entire familyBernikow JCCFor more information please contactSara Cohen, 718.475.5242 orsacohen@sijcc.com.Wednesday, December 21

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Bernikow FitnessEileen Yard, Director of Wellness Services 718.475.5211 eyard@sijcc.com

TRX TrainingBenefits of TRX Training:• Increased muscle definition, balance and endurance• Increased calorie burning• Increased core strength and flexibility• Increased joint stability• Increased sports performance• Decreased body fat percentageSpeak to one of our Personal Trainers for more details. Please ask anyof our Personal Trainers for more information or any other questionsyou may have to live better. Complimentary to JCC membersJoin One of Our TRX Group TrainingsSign up today! Call the Sports and Wellness Desk for schedule and pric-ing

Try a Free Functional Training Workout with One of Our Trainers! Call to make your appointment today!

Saturday Night Fever SpinSpin your booty! Reservations requiredSunday, November 27, 9:30am

Book Club The Tower, the Zoo, and the Tortoiseby Julia StuartThis is the story of a beefeater in the Towerof London who owns a 120 year old tortoiseand is in charge of a collection of exotic animals gifted to the Queen. It is the storyof several characters living and working in the Tower. The story is filled with humor and heart.Facilitated by Shelley BurkoThursday, November 10, 12:30pm

Poetry Workshops Join us in a friendly atmosphere of creative thinking. We will learnfrom each other to write and listen to Verse and rhyme, Sonnets, FreeVerse, Blank Verse, Prose and narratives.All are welcome. Guidance and direction from John Foxell, GregDriscol and Herman NeimanMedia RoomThursdays, November 10 and December 8, 2-5pm

Adults Orit Lender, Program Director 718.475.5227 olender@sijcc.com

American Diabetes MonthHow much exercise do the experts say I need?The Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest how much activityAmericans should do. Keep in mind they are goals, not the place tostart. • People with pre-diabetes, diabetes, or the general adult public shouldaim for a minimum of 30 minutes most days. Walking, gardening, doingyard work, swimming or cleaning house will all work to meet this goal.Anything that increases your heart rate and causes you to break a lightsweat. • Children and teens should aim for at least 60 minutes most days.In addition, the Diabetes Prevention Program showed that 150 minutesof physical activity a week (30 minutes, five times a week) helped pre-vent or delay type 2 diabetes. In this study, people also lost 10 to 20pounds by making changes in their eating habits.Do these guidelines seem hard to fit in to your busy life? It’s not easyto find the time. You won’t go from zero to thirty or sixty (minutes) ina day or week. Take one step at a time. Slowly build up to your goal.

Personal TrainingMobility and Stability Assessment through Functional MovementScreeningThe Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is an exercise philosophyand corresponding set of resources is based on sound science, yearsof innovation, and current research.Simplifying MovementThe FMS is a ranking and grading system that documents movementpatterns that are key to normal function. By screening these patterns,the FMS identifies functional limitations and asymmetries. This can re-duce the effects of functional training and physical conditioning anddistort body awareness. The FMS Score is used to target problems andtrack progress. This system is linked to the most beneficial correctiveexercises to restore mechanically sound movement patterns.Widespread BenefitsThe FMS simplifies the concept of movement and its impact on the body. • Communication - The FMS uses simple language, making it easy tocommunicate clearly about progress and treatment.• Evaluation - The screen effortlessly identifies asymmetries and limi-tations, diminishing the need for extensive testing and analysis.• Standardization - The FMS creates a baseline to mark progress andprovides a way to measure performance.• Safety - The FMS quickly identifies dangerous movement patterns sothat they can be addressed. It also indicates an individual’s readinessto perform exercise so that realistic goals can be set and achieved.• Corrective Strategies - The FMS can be applied at any fitness level,simplifying corrective strategies of a wide array of movement issues.It identifies specific exercises based on individual FMS scores to createcustomized treatments. Make an appointment today for the Functional Movement Screen withSports and Wellness, 718.475.5210.

Body Pump LiteHave you always wanted totry Body Pump but hesi-tated? Now you can try our30 minute version which in-cludes lighter weights withthe same great music andour Body Pump Instructors!Class fills fast so call 2 hoursbefore to reserve your spot.Mondays 10:30am

FREE

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Avis FitnessMelissa Kraker, Health & Fitness Director 718.475.5274 mkraker@sijcc.com

Dear Fit Pro’s:I feel like an overstuffed turkey myself on Thanksgiving Day.How do I gather enough energy to break a wishbone?

Signed,Mrs. Gobble Gobble

Dear Mrs. Gobble,We completely understand that the average Thanksgiving dinner hasover 2000 calories and can be a real challenge if you are watchingyour waistline. We can offer you some eating tips so that you can stilllook good and be healthy after the feast without having to depriveyourself.• Thanksgiving dinner is not an all you can eat buffet: Fill your platehalf with veggies, one quarter with lean meat and the rest with a starchof your choice. Eat slowly and stop when you are full.• Side dishes-watch your portion size: go for smaller portions. This wayyou can sample all the different foods. Moderation is always the key.• Turkey-go skinless: choose your 4 oz turkey portion skinless to slashaway some fat and cholesterol. Save your appetite for the side dishesand dessert. • Drink plenty of water: alcohol and coffee can dehydrate your body.Drink calorie-free water to help fill up your stomach and keep you hy-drated. • Make a conscious choice to limit high fat items: Mashed potatoes areusually made with butter and milk, green bean casseroles are oftenprepared with cream of mushroom soup, cheese and milk topped withfried onions; candied yams are loaded with cream, sugar and marsh-mallow. If you cannot control the ingredients that go into a dish, simplylimit yourself to a smaller helping size. Again, moderation is the key.

Member Spotlight: Mark Shapiro, age 47 Mark Shapiro joined the JCC two years ago because he wanted toget back in shape. He credits the members he befriended here thathelped pull him through a difficult time last year. Before he getscracking on the camaraderie he gets cracking on the cardio and absmachines plus he highly recommends the graviton and the entiredumbbell rack for the full effect. His healthy diet is consistent withsalads, grilled meat, fish, fruits and nuts. (well, maybe a sliver ofpumpkin pie post run).

Carol’s CornerMelissa WestWe would like to welcome our new instructor Melissa West to ourteam. Melissa is an independent mover/choreographer/hooperbased in Staten Island. She is the founder of MWest & Co local dancecompany and has been teaching local modern dance, improvisation,creative movement and choreographic process classes since 2008.She has taught a series of lectures and master classes to adults ofall levels as well as introductory classes about yoga, Release Tech-nique and Improvisation at Snug Harbor and UAU. She will be lead-ing Adult Hula Hoop and Creative Dance every Monday between6:30pm and 8pm. Please visit www.mwestandcompnay.wordpress.com to view somephotos of her work.

Creative Dance:This hour long class will focus on different body movements. Theclass will have a steady pace and will involve athleticism, beauty andpersonality. You can burn between 200 and 600 calories and buildstrength, increase flexibility and slow the aging process. This classis for everyone and anyone interested in learning dance forms suchas sequencing, foot articulations, plies, leg swings, battements, 10minutes of improvisational activity and 25 minutes of phase workbefore 5 minutes of cool down.

Adult Hula HoopingA 30 minutes hoop fitness class. This class is for anyone who hasever loved hula hooping as a kid and wants to restart again withyour fellow friends. We will learn the basics, tricks and how to letour bodies move with the hoop. A great cardiovascular activity, thisclass is a fun way to work a sweat, feel great, and jam to some greatmusic. You can bring a hoop or use one of our weighted ones!

• 7pm PUMP class has been moved to Tuesdays with instructor Lauren Garcia

• Wake up on Wednesdays to a full calorie burning line up of group ex classes starting with Zumba, Core & More and our two new classes in the evening called Body Bar Express and Yogilates starting at 6:30pm.

• Class menu is subject to change. For additional information please contact Melissa Kraker at mkraker@sijcc.com or 718.475.5274.

• The Fitness Center is open on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day 8:30am to 12:30pm.

HASC, a premier special education school,

is looking for dynamic, experienced

HOMEBASED EI PROVIDERS

in Brooklyn and Staten Island.

Physical Therapists

Occupational Therapists

Speech Language Pathologists/TSHH

and Special Education Teachers

Must be

NYS certified and SDOH approved.

Bilingual a +, ABA a +, BCBA a ++.

Email your resume to jobshb@hasc.net

or contact Lynn Gordon at 718-851-6100, ext 5829.

Hebrew Academy for Special Children

Bernikow WellnessEileen Yard, Director of Wellness Services718.475.5211 eyard@sijcc.com

Spa Wellness Lobby EventCome and sample some of the exciting things that are happening in ourspa.• Chair massage • Pilates reformer • Hand Massage • HypnosisEnjoy and night out and meet our Spa TeamThursday, November 10, 7-9pm

Massage Therapist - Yevgeniy BelilovskiThe Spa at the J is excited to introduce our new massage therapistYevgeniy Belilovskiy, Massage Therapy and Bodywork, specializing inSwedish, Deep Tissue, Therapeutic, Shiatsu, Reflexology and Tui-NaNovember Special 10% off massageCall the sports and Wellness Desk to make an appointment

New Motive HypnosisHypnotherapy is one of the most fascinating yetleast explored phenomena in Psychology. Byusing hypnotherapy to access and adjust thesubconscious mind, you can create positivechanges in your life that will help you maximizeyour personal potential.Hypnotherapy can help you with:Relaxation, Weight Loss, Self Confidnece, Fitness/Diet, Concentration, Stress Manage-ment, Memorization, Acute/Chronic Pain, and much more. Now available at the Spa at the J. Call for 718.475.5210 for pricing/freeconsultation.

Staten Island Community

DIabeTeS FaIrNovember 13, 2011

10:00am – 3:00pmarDeN HeIgHTS boulevarD JewISH CeNTer1766 arthur Kill rd., Staten Island, NY 10312

aSSeSS Your rISK! MaNage Your DIabeTeS!

MeeT THe eXPerTS!• glucose Testing and Monitoring

• Foot and eye Screening• Count Your Carbs

• exercise • Diet and Nutrition• vendors • Hourly workshops• Support groups • Home Care

No charge and open to the publicFree materials refreshments served

Information and reservations call (718) 948-6782Sponsored by UJA-Federation of New York

Take Control of Your Health

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Sports & RecreationMike Reape, Sports & Recreation Director 718.475.5212 mreape@sijcc.com

TennisOur tennis program open to adults andyouth is causing quite a racket with allthe excitement the participants feelsafter each session concludes. It is nottoo late to enroll in this program of-fered at the Bernikow every Sundayfrom 4:30-5:30pm (youth) and 5:30-6:30pm (adults). Dmytro is our certi-fied tennis instructor who has 15 yearsof practical experience and conductsthe lessons that are designed andstructured for kids to learn, rally and play quickly in an enjoyable way.Beginners and advanced beginners will receive extensive instruction infundamental stroke production and basic strategies.

Youth KarateComing this winter to Avis/South Shore andBernikow locations.Please watch for a flyer for moreinformation.

For further information on any of these programs, please contact Melissa Kraker at mkraker@sijc.com

Dance FactoryLive, love and dance!!! Our dance classeshave been up and running since Septemberand we would be delighted to have moredancers join in on the fun. The class onMondays at the BB is from 4-5pm and onThursdays from 4:30pm to 5:30pm at theSS. Please stop by the reception desks topick up your Dance Factory folder com-plete with 2011/2012 program calendar,registration forms, class schedule anddance information. This is the last monthto enroll your child in our fantastic dancing program so please stop byour classes to see what is so “moving” about our little dancers.

FemchoIt is still not too late to sign up for our series ofFemcho classes offered at both locations. Fem-cho is a health, fitness and educational companydedicated to the character development, health,fitness and social empowerment of pre-teengirls across the USA. Our educational programoffers participants the necessary tools neededto make decisions that lead to a successfulfuture along with promoting the importance off fostering strong familyvalue principles. Offered from 5-6pm Monday at Bernikow and Tues-day, 5-6pm

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Special Needs

Music for Autism Returns to the JCC Music for Autism is raising public awareness and enriching lives through autism-friendly, interactive concerts developed specifically for individuals with autism andtheir families. Please join us on Sunday, November 20 at 1pm for the first in aseries of concerts specially designed for individuals with autism. Our featuredperformers are the Aurista Chamber Music Group.Aurista Chamber Music brings together three gifted concert artists into an intimateand energetic musical conversation. Violinist San San Lee, Cellist Amy Kim, andpianist Thomas Osuga, explore established and emerging concert repertory fromnear and far. Aurista embraces a vast range of styles and genres: their repertoireis chosen for its rich context, impact and immediacy, reaching from Bach to ColePorter and beyond! Registration is required. Please visit musicforautism.org andclick on the concert calendar. Please register online of by calling 877.863.7473ext. 1.This concert was made possible through generous support from the North ShoreRotary Club.

Announcements: The Fall semester began in September, however the registration is on-going (providing there are spaces available in the particular program). Look for details in the Music Institute brochure or call Ela,718.475.5263 for more information. Our new website is going to be ready soon! Please look for announce-ments.

A Puppet Musical: “Guess Who Signed the Constitution?”Find out in an original pup-pet musical about the greatconstitutional debates.Through the eyes of a littleboy named Adam and hisGrandfather, we see theportraits of the past cometo life and watch Adam'sgrandmother throw in a fewrevolutionary ideas of herown. The rebuild of GuessWho Signed the Constitution is supported by a generous grant fromthe National Endowment for the Arts.Bernikow JCC Fee: 10M/$12NMSunday, December 4, 2pm

Music Together of Staten Island at JCC Space is still available!Bernikow JCC, 45 minutes. 9 sessions Fee: $190M/$205NM Thursdays, 10:30am or Sundays, 10:30am This is what the participants say: “My granddaughter is outgrowingthis class, but I am registering her anyway. I am doing it for myselfand the special time we have together. I would not miss it. We loveit” Mrs. Kelly

Vocal EnsembleLed by Neil Giniger and accompanist Yelena KhaymovichSundays 10am-12pm. Fee: $100M/$150NM Starting November 6

Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music InstituteEla Seeley, Music Institute Director 718.475.5263 eseeley@sijcc.com

Suzuki ViolinSpace is still available!Parent/child (ages 4.5-6) Children learn by listening and imitating,believing that all children are innately musical. Violins available for rent at a very discounted rate.10 weeks; 45 minutes. Fee: $225M/$280NMClasses started October 27

Get Together, Stay Together FREE!A support group for young people (ages 18-35) who survived Trau-matic Brain Injury (TBI) and their family and (supportive) friends • Music therapy• Psychologist and Social Worker on staff soon.• Friendly atmosphere.• Recovery strategies.• Help each other through this tough time.Bernikow JCC. Mondays, 12-2pmContact Lena or Eddie 917.756.0852 or Lena.Kay@verizon.net

Group Guitar Classes ages 9-12For students who are looking for a more interactive experiencethan a private lesson. Learn the fundamentals of guitar playing, note reading, chord position, tuning and chord patterns. 10 weeksFee: $175M/$195NMStarts November 16:Wednesdays 6:00pm

Master ClassJohann Sebastian BachTuesday, November 15, 6:00pm

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Catering by KaplanResident Caterer of Congregation B’nai Jeshurun

275 Martling Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10314 • 718.442.8222

Celebrate in Style

• Bar/Bat Mitzvahs • Weddings • Bris’

• Over 20 years experience• Experienced staff • Impeccable service

• Spectacular grounds for outdoor cocktail hour• Beautiful sanctuary for all your religious needs

• Under strict Rabbinical supervision• Right here on Staten Island (central to Brooklyn and New Jersey)

Close personal supervision by Mel and Stacie Kaplanfor the perfect party you can only do once! We accept all

major credit cards

Designed to assist those in the Jewish community

in need

Partners with:

• FEGS for employment services

• NYLAG for legal services & financial counseling

• MET Council for crisis intervention services

• JBFCS for psycho-social services

“We give you the place to come to when you need

the help you never thought you would need.”

Call 718.475.5228 to begin services

“The Jewish Community at Work for You!”

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