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PROGRAM GUIDE Fall 2017

HEALTH & WELLNESS

EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL

SENIOR CENTER

YEAR-ROUND CAMP

CULTURAL ARTS

AQUATICS CENTER

8485 RIDGE ROAD · CINCINNATI, OH 45236 · 513.761.7500 MAYERSONJCC.ORG

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Fall Membership OfferJOIN THE J AND RECEIVE BENEFITS VALUED AT MORE THAN $500!

All new members of the J receive:

TABLE of CONTENTS

Hello!

Spring Highlights

Wellness & Recreation

Aquatics

Arts & Ideas

Children & Family

Jewish Life

Adults

60 & Better

Helpful Services

Support the J

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JCC Board Members

Todd Schild president

John Silverman president-elect

Robert Brant vice president

Marty Hiudt vice president

David Wise vice president

Cory Pollock treasurer

Carrie Barron secretary

Debbie Brant past president

Jon Blatt

Josh Frankel

Lauren Guttman

Julie Lerner

Mark Newman

Cynthia Rosen

Sherri Symson

Amy Susskind Weiskopf

Marc Fisher ceo

Fall is a busy time for everyone - vacations wrap up, kids head back to school, and sports leagues begin again for a new season. This is also an especially busy time on the Jewish calendar, as we come together to reflect on the past year and prepare to welcome the new year.

These holidays offer plenty of opportunities throughout the season to work together, talk together, think together, and celebrate together. We’re excited to honor 70 years of Israeli independence with a year-long Israel at 70 celebration, and to launch new opportunities for teens and teen professionals to become more involved in the community. We’re proud to serve as a gathering place for the community to share our common interests and honor our differences with special seasonal events like the JCC Farmers Market, Under One Roof, and the Global Day of Jewish Learning. But what truly brings each of these special events to life is you.

By sharing your time and talents with us in classes and concerts, during events and outings, and in the Fitness Center, or J Café, you elevate the J from a place to a community. We’re excited to honor this eventful season, and we’re thrilled to welcome you each and every day.

Marc Fisher Mayerson JCC CEO

Todd Schild Mayerson JCC Board President

May not be combined with any other offers. Only those who have never been members of the JCC qualify for this offer. Some restrictions may apply.

PLUS - Visit the Membership Office to learn more about our special monthly enrollment offers!

• Three complimentary Foundations Training appointments

• Free InBody® health and fitness body composition assessment

• 50% off your first J Spa Service

• 40% off your first Weight Management Program

• 30% off your first consultation with our dietitian

• 50% off your first full month of J Play or Club J

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Regular Building HoursMon - Thurs: 5:30am - 10pmFri: 5:30am - 7pmSat - Sun: 7am - 7pm J Play School Year HoursDrop-In Care for infants - age 5Mon - Thurs: 8:20am - 2:15pm; 4 - 8pmFri: 8:20am - 2:15pmSat - Sun: 8:45am - 3:15pm Club J School Year Hours*Drop-In Care for ages 6 - 9Mon - Thurs: 4 - 8:15pmSat - Sun: 8:45am - 3:15pm

*Extended hours are offered when schools are out! For more detailed information and hours, visit MayersonJCC.org

Pool HoursOur Outdoor Pools are open from May 27 - September 4, and our Indoor Aquatic Center is open year-round.

a place to call homeFall Holiday Building HoursFall is a busy time on the Jewish calendar! Please make note of these special hours in observance of Jewish and federal holidays. Learn more about Jewish holidays at MayersonJCC.org.

• Monday, September 4: Labor Day The building opens at 7am and closes at 5pm*

• Wednesday, September 20: Erev Rosh Hashanah The building will close at 5pm*

• Thursday, September 21: Rosh Hashanah The building will be closed

• Friday, September 29: Erev Yom Kippur The building will close at 5pm

• Saturday, September 30: Yom Kippur The building will be closed

• Thursday, November 23: Thanksgiving Day The building opens at 7am and closes at 5pm*

• Sunday, December 24: Christmas Eve The building closes at 5pm*

• Monday, December 25: Christmas Day The building opens at 7am & closes at 5pm*

• Thursday, December 31: New Year’s Eve The building closes at 5pm

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*Due to early building closures, there will be no programs after 2pm on these days.

Splash, play, compete, exercise, heal, and relax. We have so many ways to serve your spirit and energy, get you up and moving, and test your limits. And for many of us, those are the foundations of active living and rewarding relationships.

Our belief in the Jewish value of treating our bodies with care and respect makes us passionate about partnering with you to achieve mind and body wellness. Our experienced staff of trainers, fitness instructors, and health professionals wake up every day with a goal of helping you pinpoint and accomplish your goals. We meet you where you are today and travel on a journey with you to good health. See page 8.

We provide a high-quality, age appropriate Jewish and secular curriculum that encourages development, curiosity, imagination, and self-esteem. Weekly enrichment includes music, fitness, yoga, swim lessons (ages 4+), gardening, and intergenerational activities. We celebrate Jewish holidays and Shabbat with songs, stories, art, special foods, and traditions. See page 22.

We are dedicated to engaging the Greater Cincinnati community through the exploration of Jewish identity and culture in films, literature, music, dance, theater, visual arts, comedy, and through discussions with speakers and thought leaders. We aim to make the arts accessible to everyone by bringing a variety of innovative events and inspiring presentations that engage the mind, heart, and spirit. See page 16.

Arts & Ideas


Early Childhood School

There’s something about this place.

The J offers many wellness, learning, technology, and arts classes for adults. Explore the city with day trips to local and regional attractions, and participate in conversations about recent events. Socialize and enjoy discounted meals at the J Café.

As an award-winning senior center in Greater Cincinnati, the JCC offers many important helpful services to aging adults such as non-emergency medical transportation, Meals on Wheels, access to a social worker, hot kosher meals, and ShalomPhone telephone reassurance. See page 36.

60 & Better

When school is out, the J is in! From after school and holidays, to summer and snow days, our camp programs provide fun and enrichment for every occasion. We incorporate sports, community service, day trips, nature activities, and more. Programming takes place all around the J, including in our indoor water park and outdoor pool, full-size gym, art room, gaga pit, and game room. Don’t forget to pack your smile! See page 20 & 24.

Camp & After School

We have many programs to help you and your family. From financial aid and affordable senior meals to transportation and Meals on Wheels; we provide many helpful services to help our community and make the J accessible to everyone. Adaptations and accommodations are available through our Schloss Special Needs and Services department. In addition, our renowned senior center offers numerous services to help seniors stay active, social, and independent. See page 42.

Helpful Services

We celebrate our Jewish identity while welcoming people from every faith and background. We provide a rich array of social, cultural, and educational programs and events to deepen our connection to the Jewish community and Jewish values. We are a gathering place for youth groups, cultural celebrations, and activities for all ages. See page 28.

Jewish Life

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Fall Highlights

ARTS & IDEAS SPONSORS As of July 1, 2017

VisionaryThe Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr. - U.S. Bank

Foundation, The Rockwern Charitable Foundation

BenefactorThompson Hine, Todd Schild & Sarah Weiss

PatronJennie Rosenthal Berliant & Allan Berliant,

Bob & Suzi Brant, Evelyn & Marc Fisher, Sue Friedlander, Ian & Aimee Guttman,

Barbara Kreines, The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health, Judith L Roth

Farmers’ MarketSeptember 10, 9:30am - 1pmStock up on apples and honey for Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year), and browse a variety of produce from local farms at the many other booths! Dozens of vendors will be on hand selling everything from challah and honey cake to coffee and hummus. A local beekeeper will provide honey tastings and an orchardist will offer apple tastings at the event. The Farmers’ Market will also include a pickling demo by JOFEE Josh. The market will end with a community-wide shofar blowing to mark the beginning of our Israel at 70 season long community celebration.

Mayerson JCC Annual MeetingSeptember 26, 7pmPlease join us for the Mayerson JCC’s Annual Meeting and learn why there is truly something special about this place. We will share exciting plans for the new year, reflect on the successes of our members, welcome new board president John Silverman, and hold our board elections.

RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

In partnership with:

September 10; 9:30 - 1pm

PRESENTING SPONSOR:

Under One Roof Beyond BeautySukkah Art Exhibit on display: October 8 - 19Step inside our 1,300-square-foot sukkah highlighting works of art created by more than 40 organizations from around the city. View these large multimedia fabric panels exploring this year’s theme, Beyond Beauty, on display to celebrate the festival of Sukkot.*

Art ReceptionOctober 10, 5pmEnjoy an evening of art, music, and light appetizers in the sukkah. FREE with RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

*Sukkot is the Jewish Harvest Festival and is celebrated by building a sukkah (booth) outdoors and welcoming guests.

Fall Highlights

Global Day of Jewish LearningBeauty and UglinessNovember 12, 10am - 4:30pmJoin communities across the globe and scholars from a wide array of Jewish institutions and agencies to explore the theme of Beauty and Ugliness: From the Aesthetic to the Ethical through the context of a Jewish lens. Expanding upon the theme of Under One Roof, Global Day will include thought-provoking discussions and workshops, as well as activities such as yoga and meditation. Keynote speaker Dr. Michal Raucher, University of Cincinnati Judaic Studies, will examine the various ways in which the ideas of beauty and ugliness are understood and evolve in our lives and throughout societies.

Learn more at MayersonJCC.org

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PRESENTING SPONSOR: This program is funded in part

by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, and The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati.



PE R SONA L TR A I N I NG

Improve your workouts with one of our highly skilled and educated personal trainers who can help you achieve your personal fitness goals, including weight loss, toning, post-rehabilitation, and increasing strength, through program design, individual support, motivation, education, and more!

We offer private, small group, and partner training, as well as specialized Pilates Reformer training. To start your training out right, you’ll receive a FREE InBody® health and fitness body composition assessment when you sign up for personal training.

Contact the Fitness Director for more information at 761.7500 ext. 1266

Teen Athletic Enhancement Ages 12-18 Unlimited sessions for one month

Reach your full athletic potential with Teen Athletic Enhancement! You’ll increase endurance, muscular strength, balance, agility, speed, and reaction time. You’ll also learn how to minimize injuries for optimal sports performance.

August & OctoberDay Time J Member Public MON 4 - 5pm $99/mo $150/mo & WED

September & DecemberDay Time J Member Public MON 4 - 5pm $66/mo $116/mo& WED

NovemberDay Time J Member Public MON 4 - 5pm $88/mo $138/mo& WED

Whatever your fitness goals may be, we can help you get there! Our diverse offerings address weight loss, muscle strength, toning, flexibility, corrective exercise, and sports conditioning. Our Fitness Center features more than 90 Group Ex classes each week, and personal trainers who will keep you moving toward your goals.

Commit to be Fit ExpressAugust 19 - September 29J Member: $130; public: $180

Join the 6-week express version of our most popular small group challenge to lose weight, get toned, and compete for fantastic prizes, including an iPad Mini.

Queenax Suspension TrainingAll skill levels are invited to join this class on our state-of-the-art training unit. You’ll strengthen muscles, increase stamina, and just have fun! Never tried suspension training? We’ll show you the ropes! All exercises are easily adjustable to individual skill and fitness levels to better customize workouts in this fun group setting.

Session 1: September 10 - October 21Day Time J Member PublicWED 6 - 7am $72 $120THURS 10 - 11am $60 $100WED 6:30 - 7:30pm $60 $100THURS 7 - 8am $60 $100

Session 2: October 22 - December 16 Day Time J Member PublicWED 6 - 7am $84 $140THURS 10 - 11am $84 $140WED 6:30 - 7:30pm $84 $140THURS 7 - 8am $84 $140

Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

For the most up-to-date schedules and training times, stop by the

Fitness Desk or visit

MAYERSONJCC.ORG

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Wellness & RecreationFall 1: August 27 - October 21 | Fall 2: October 22 - December 16

DI ETITIA N S E RVIC E SWe’ll help you make better diet and lifestyle choices while setting reasonable and achievable goals to avoid frustration. Services include: weight loss strategies, healthy cooking advice, disease prevention, education, grocery store navigation, and much more!

4-Week Lifestyle ChallengeAugust 19 - September 16 | October 1 - 31November 1 - 30 | December 1 - 31 J Member: $160; public $200

Join the challenge and get in shape with our Lifestyle Challenge. It only takes 21 days to break a habit - in just four weeks, you’ll be on your way to a healthier you! You will receive an individual one-hour session with our dietitian, three weekly phone-coaching sessions, recipe ideas, and a FREE InBody® health and fitness body composition assessment.

Healthy HabitsSession 1: August 27 - October 21 Day Time J Member PublicTUES 6 - 7pm $160 $240

Session 2: October 22 - December 16 Day Time J Member PublicTUES 6 - 7pm $140 $210

Join our support group that will keep you motivated to stay on the healthy track of living. Weekly meetings with our dietitian will teach you how to adapt healthy eating habits. You’ll learn about portion sizes, important vitamins and minerals, how to read food labels and keep a food journal, and much more. You’ll also receive healthy recipe ideas, discounts for our InBody® health and fitness body composition assessment and one-on-one dietitian sessions.

20% OFF ONE-ON-ONE PILATES REFORMER PACKAGE

May not be combined with any other pilates reformer offer or discount, or used to purchase gift cards. Offer is only for those who haven’t

participated in Pilates Reformer training in the last 12 months.

20% OFF DIETITIAN PACKAGE

May not be combined with any other dietitian offer or discount, or used to purchase gift cards. Offer is only for those who have never

met with our dietitian.

25% OFF 50-MINUTE MASSAGE

OR FACIAL May not be combined with any other J Spa offer or discount, or used to purchase gift cards. Offer is only for those who haven’t

visited the J Spa in the last 6 months.

20% OFF ONE-ON-ONE PERSONAL

TRAINING PACKAGE May not be combined with any other personal training offer or

discount, or used to purchase gift cards. Offer is only for those who haven’t participated in personal training in the last 12 months.

Mention any or all of these offers to receive discounted

services for our fitness center, spa, or dietitian services!

Hurry, these one-time offers only last until September 30, 2017!

Body Blast BootcampOctober 3 - November 18J Member: $150; public: $210

Shed pounds before the holidays start! Join this small group training program with a fitness boot camp setting to get your metabolism into gear while having a blast.

Lifting for LatkesDecember 18 - 22J Member: $10; public: $15

Come burn off those extra calories before the holiday season! Join this special 45-minute, full-body strength and cardio circuit training class for a quick boost to your workout regimen.

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G ROU P E XE RC I S E

Remix your workout! The J offers more than 90 FREE weekly Group Ex classes with your membership. Classes are taught by highly qualified instructors who motivate participants to reach their fitness goals. From low-impact beginner classes to high-intensity advanced classes, there’s something for every skill level. See our full schedule at MayersonJCC.org

Dance Fit with Weights Ages 16+

Instructor Bonnie Loftspring leads a dynamic small group class focusing on strength training, posture alignment, and stability using light weights, core work, and stretching. Purchase passes at the Welcome Desk.

day time J MemberWED 9 - 9:55am $150 for 10 classes

Come to the J Spa for complete relaxation and therapeutic pain relief! Open to the public, the J Spa offers a full array of custom massages and services, including body treatments, facial treatments, and waxing. All services are conducted by highly trained and licensed technicians, specializing in healing your body and refreshing your mind. See our full range of options and schedule services at MayersonJCC.org

SPA

BACK TO SCHOOL SPA SPECIAL!

Send the kids back to school and take some time for yourself!

Receive 25% off any one service at the J Spa if you haven’t visited in

the past six months.

P I L ATE S R E FOR M E R

We offer Mat Pilates Personal Training and Pilates Reformer Personal Training at the J, both of which will help you connect with your inner self while focusing on increasing strength and core stabilization. Our certified Pilates personal trainers have specialized training to ensure proper form to increase the productivity of your movements.

Wellness & Recreation Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org10

For children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities who are able to participate independently or with the help of their own personal care assistant. These inclusive classes are taught by our Schloss Special Needs and Services instructors and advocates. J members only.

Fitness & FriendsSeparate classes for Grades K - 6 & Ages 18+

For children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, who are able to participate independently or with the help of their own personal care assistant. This inclusive class offers low-impact exercise, socializing, and creative crafts.

day time J MemberSUN 1 - 3pm FREE

Adaptive BasketballAges 18+August 31, 7pm September 14 & 28, 7pm October 12 & 26, 7pm

This inclusive class offers team-focused exercises and opportunities to socialize.

Adaptive ZumbaAges 18+September 7, 7pm October 5 & 19, 7pm

This class is designed for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities who are to able participate independently. This high-energy class offers fun Latin moves and dancing - no dance skills are required!

I NC LU S ION

Our Aquatic Group Ex classes provide low-impact workouts led by highly qualified instructors who will help you meet your fitness goals. All classes are FREE for members, so you can try as many as you’d like! See our full schedule at MayersonJCC.org

AQUATIC G ROU P E XE RC I S E

Ballet for Life Ages 16+

Increase your strength and flexibility with former Cincinnati Ballet principal dancer Jane Green. This class engages techniques of classical ballet, contemporary yoga, and more. Purchase passes at the Welcome Desk.

day time J MemberMON & FRI 8:55 - 9:55am $150 for 10 classes

Israeli Dance Ages 13+

People of all skill levels are encouraged to join this class and take part in authentic, high-energy Israeli folk dancing. There is something for everyone − from popular Israeli dances to more advanced repertoire.

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicTUES 7:30 - 9:15pm FREE $40


Improvisational Dance Ages 12+

Use movement to strengthen and deepen your relationships, both with yourself and with others in the community. Led by Fanchon Shur, a certified movement analyst and therapist, healer and choreographer, this class will engage your whole body in continuous aerobic movement with balanced opportunities for physical and mental exertion and recuperation. By reconnecting with your body through movement, you’ll reap physical and emotional benefits that will help you achieve a state you’ve always wanted to reach, but didn’t know how to get there.

September 24 - October 15day time J Member publicSUN 4 - 5pm $10/class or

$40/series$12/class or $48/series

Fall Session 1: August 27 - October 21 Fall Session 2: October 22 - December 16

In observance of Jewish & federal holidays, there will be no classes or programs held: Sept. 4, 20,* 21, 22, 29,* 30, Oct. 5, 6, 12, 13,

Nov. 20 - 26 *No classes after 2pm

For the most up-to-date schedules and training times, stop by the Fitness Desk or visit

MAYERSONJCC.ORG

Wellness & RecreationFall 1: August 27 - October 21 | Fall 2: October 22 - December 16

November 9, 7pm December 7 & 21, 7pm

November 2, 16, 30, 7pmDecember 14 & 28, 7pm

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Men’s Basketball LeagueAges 17+ September 25 - December 18

Enjoy great competition and camaraderie with games, a tournament, and end-of-the-season league awards.

day time J Member publicMON 6:15 - 9:45pm $99 $139

Pick-Up BasketballJ Members & Basketball league players, Ages 18+

day time J Member & League playersSUN 9:30 - 11:30am FREETUES 5:30 - 7:30pm FREETHURS 5:30 - 7:30pm FREE

ADU LT S P ORT S

Learn something new and get tips on how to get the most out of your workout! These FREE fitness demos are for members only. Sign up in the fitness center.

Interval Training for Fat Loss: August 7, 1pm; August 26, 10am

Pilates Reformer: September 9, 12pm; September 26, 7pm

Kettlebells: October 7 & 21, 10am

Rowing: November 6 & 9, 11am

Deadlifting: December 3, 11am

FR E E F ITN E S S DEMO S

FR E E F ITN E S S C HA LLE NG E SOur FREE fitness challenges are for J Members only. Sign up in the Fitness Center.

Calorie Bank Before You ThankOctober 22 - November 18

Bank 7,000 calories before Thanksgiving and receive a J Bucks gift card! Every 10 minutes you work out equals 100 calories banked, so let’s get moving!

PickleballAges 16+August 28 - October 20

NEW! Pickleball is a fast-growing recreational sport that combines tennis and table tennis. This crossover sport can be played either recreationally or competitively; here at the J, we’ll be playing just for fun!

day time J Member publicMON 12 - 3pm FREE $35 FRI 12 - 3pm FREE $25




Advance your basketball skills with Shining Star Sports elite trainers. Shining Stars Sports is run by former University of Cincinnati basketball player, and author of Walk of a Lifetime, Alex Meacham.

Private Basketball Training Open to all ages and abilities. Times and dates by appointment Visit MayersonJCC.org for pricing and to purchase training sessions.

Whether you are looking to improve your basketball fundamentals, conditioning, or just want to get an edge before your next tryout, private sessions can be arranged to fit your schedule!

S H I N I NG STA R S P ORT S

For the most up-to-date schedules and training times, stop by the Fitness Desk or visit

MAYERSONJCC.ORG

Wellness & Recreation Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org12

Thanks to you, Hadas spent the year before she goes into the Israel Defense Forces in Cincinnati, teaching over 5,000 children and

adults about Israel. Hadas visited 43 schools and organizations, creating living bridges between the US and Israel.

Together, we can do almost anything. jewishcincinnati.org/GIVE

Just like missing Israel this past year, I’m sure missing Cincinnati will come in big, flooding waves.

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HADAS l Netanya, Israel

Thank you to our partner agencies, including the Jewish Agency for Israel and its Partnership2Gether program, and to PNC, our 2017 Community Campaign Partner, for building living bridges between Cincinnati and Israel for Hadas and countless others.

Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

The J offers year-round swim lessons for kids of all ages and abilities. Our youth aquatics program is designed to teach personal water safety, stroke development, water sports and games, rescue, and personal growth skills to children. All lessons are taught by certified instructors and private sessions are available for both children and adults.

Frogs & Tadpoles - Mommy & Me Ages 6 months - 3 years

This is an interactive class and we recommend children have at least the ability to hold his/her head up independently. The class will include many advanced skills, but will be catered to the age group and adult/child relationship. There will be a strong emphasis on safety, water acclimation, and teaching through games, songs, and parent involvement.

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicSUN 9:30 - 10am $80 $120SAT 9:30 - 10am $70 $105SAT 10 - 10:30am $70 $105

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicSUN 9:30 - 10am $70 $105SAT 9:30 - 10am $70 $105SAT 10 - 10:30am $70 $105

SWI M LE S SON S Flounder Skills - Water Exploration Ages 3 - 10

The objective of this station is to help students feel comfortable in the water and enjoy the water safely. Students will be introduced to floats and bobs, as well as assisted movement in the pool. Children need to be capable of being in a class setting without parent involvement. No experience necessary.

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicSUN 10 - 10:30am $80 $120TUES 5 - 5:30pm $80 $120WED 11 - 11:30am $80 $120WED 6 - 6:30pm $70 $105SAT 10:30 - 11am $70 $105

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicSUN 10 - 10:30am $70 $105MON 11 - 11:30am $70 $105MON 6 - 6:30pm $70 $105THURS 5 - 5:30pm $70 $105SAT 10:30 - 11am $70 $105




Aquatics Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

Check out our After School Program and School Break Camps on page 25

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Our Aquatic Group Ex classes provide

low-impact workouts! See our full schedule MAYERSONJCC.ORG

Jellyfish Skills - Primary Skills Ages 3½ - 10

Students learn to float without support and to recover to a vertical position. This station marks the beginning of movement skills and adds to the self-help and basic rescue skills learned in Frogs & Tadpoles/Flounder Skills. Children placed in this station have already achieved a sense of water acclimation and no longer show hesitation in a pool setting.

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicSUN 10:30 - 11am $80 $120TUES 5:30 - 6pm $80 $120WED 5 - 5:30pm $70 $105SAT 9 - 9:30am $70 $105

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicSUN 10:30 - 11am $70 $105MON 5 - 5:30pm $70 $105THURS 5:30 - 6pm $70 $105SAT 10:30 - 11am $70 $105

Octopus Skills - Stroke Readiness Ages 4 - 14

Students are taught to coordinate freestyle and backstroke. Elementary backstroke and fundamentals of treading water will be introduced in this station. Students will also begin the dive progression and continue to learn safety skills.

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicSUN 11 - 11:30am $80 $120TUES 6 - 6:30pm $80 $120WED 5:30 - 6pm $70 $105SAT 11 - 11:30am $70 $105

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicSUN 11 - 11:30am $70 $105MON 5:30 - 6pm $70 $105THURS 6 - 6:30pm $70 $105SAT 11 - 11:30am $70 $105

Clownfish Skills - Stroke Development Ages 4 - 14

Students will refine both freestyle and backstroke, and increase endurance in all skills learned as part of previous stations. Breaststroke and butterfly will be introduced and students will begin learning the flip turn progression.

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicSUN 11:30am - 12pm $80 $120SAT 11:30am - 12pm $70 $105

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicSUN 11:30am - 12pm $70 $105MON 5:30 - 6pm $70 $105SAT 11:30am - 12pm $70 $105

Seahorse Skills - Stroke Refinement Ages 4 - 14

Students will learn to coordinate and refine all four competitive strokes, and learn to swim all strokes legally, per swim team standards, at increased distances. They will also finish both the diving and flip turn progressions and be able to complete a 100-meter continuous swim.



DON’T SEE A CLASS THAT FITS YOUR SCHEDULE?

We offer private and semi-private lessons, as well as private group classes to fit your needs.

Learn more at MAYERSONJCC.ORG

AquaticsFall 1: August 27 - October 21 | Fall 2: October 22 - December 16 15

Under One Roof Sukkah Art Exhibit on display: October 8 - 19 Art Reception: October 10; 5pm

Step inside our 1,300-square-foot sukkah highlighting works of art created by more than 40 organizations from around the city. View these large multimedia fabric panels exploring this year’s theme, Beyond Beauty, on display to celebrate the festival of Sukkot.

Jewish and Israeli Book Club: Three Floors Up, Author Visit and Book SigningOctober 30, 7pm

Celebrate Israel at 70 through literature. Come hear Eshkol Nevo, one of Israel’s most celebrated authors, discuss his most recent novel, Three Floors Up. This best-selling and acclaimed Israeli novel examines the interconnected lives of its characters, whose turmoils, secrets, unreliable confessions, and problematic decisions reveal a society in the midst of an identity crisis. Reading this novel in advance (Hebrew or English translation available) will enrich the experience, but is not required.

Eshkol Nevo grew up in Jerusalem, Haifa, and Detroit. He is the grandson of Levi Eshkol, the late third prime minister of Israel. He teaches creative writing and thinking at the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, Tel Aviv University, Sapir College and the Open University of Israel.

Presented in partnership with Dr. and Mrs. Stephen N. Joffe and the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati in celebration of Israel at 70

FREE with RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

Belly Laughs: Joel Chasnoff and Einat AdmonySeptember 13, 6:30pm

J Member: $36; public: $42

Celebrate Israel at 70 through comedy and food. Comedian Joel Chasnoff and Chef Einat Admony join forces for the hilarious show, Belly Laughs. This new comic/chef collaboration began when the two co-wrote Balaboosta, a cookbook featuring 140 of Einat’s recipes infused with Joel’s comedic touches. Comedian and Chicago native Joel Chasnoff is a former IDF combat soldier and wrote his comedic memoir, The 188th Crybaby Brigade, about his service in the Israeli Army. Returning to Cincinnati by popular demand, Joel has performed on stage and screen in nine countries, including two off-Broadway shows. Chef Einat is a Tel Aviv native, James Beard finalist, and the owner of several highly regarded NYC restaurants. She is a two-time winner of popular cooking competition show Chopped, and beat celebrity chef Bobby Flay on his own show, Throwdown with Bobby Flay.

Presented in partnership with Dr. and Mrs. Stephen N. Joffe and the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati in celebration of Israel at 70.

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Improvisational Dance Ages 12+

Use movement to strengthen and deepen your relationships, both with yourself and with others in the community. Led by Fanchon Shur, a certified movement analyst and therapist, healer and choreographer, this class will engage your whole body in continuous aerobic movement with balanced opportunities for physical and mental exertion and recuperation. By reconnecting with your body through movement, you’ll reap physical and emotional benefits that will help you achieve a state you’ve always wanted to reach, but didn’t know how to get there.

September 24 - October 15day time J Member publicSUN 4 - 5pm $10/class or

$40/series$12/class or $48/series

Arts & IdeasFall 1: August 27 - October 21 | Fall 2: October 22 - December 16

Kultar’s MimeSeptember 28, 7pm At the Aronoff Center for the Arts

Inspired by two seminal poems, “Kultar’s Mime” by Sarbeet Singh and “In the City of Slaughter” by Hayim Nahman Bialik, this play brings to life the story of a Jewish artist collective who discover the horrors of the 1984 Sikh massacre in New Delhi while journeying to commemorate the 1903 Jewish pogroms in Russia. In a moment of solidarity, they choose to tell the story of the “other” - a story the world has largely ignored. Kultar Singh was a young boy, mute and deaf, who was traumatized by the murder of his father. Kultar’s Mime comes to Cincinnati after traveling to more than 75 cities across the world, evoking a powerful reaction from audiences and confirming the power of compassion to break the cycle of hatred. This event will unite the interfaith and secular communities of Cincinnati to reflect on the depths of the human experience.

Presented by Cincy Sikhs and the Guru Nanak Gudwara in partnership with the Mayerson JCC

Learn more and register at MayersonJCC.org

Join us for our speaker series from The Jewish Hospital – Mercy Health

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Finding Your Fearlessness: Bullying PreventionOctober 29, 1:30pmJ Member: $5; public: $7

It’s common for parents to feel powerless and frustrated when their kids are being bullied, but often parents don’t know it’s happening. Grandparents can play a special role in bullying prevention too, as they often share a special bond that is unique from other relationships children have with adults. They can encourage children to share problems that they might be embarrassed or ashamed to tell a parent or a teacher about. Get concrete answers and learn helpful strategies from Rabbi Dave Burstein to identify and support children who could be in a bullying situation, while Mike Simmons addresses some easy Krav Maga self defense skills that will boost a child’s confidence and, if necessary, help them get out of a bad situation.

Kids’ Night Out: Destination VacationDecember 9, 6:30 - 9:30pmJ Member: $15; public: $20

Kids are invited to the J for their own Destination: Vacation party - no parents allowed! Kids ages 5 - 9 will swim, enjoy dinner, and watch a movie, all just for kids! Tweens (ages 9 - 12) will swim, enjoy dinner, and help lead programs before watching a movie of their own, separate from the younger kids.

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Let Me Run!September 18 - November 2Mondays & Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:45pm

Let Me Run! Is a nonprofit holistic health program for boys in grades 4 - 6. Using running as a vehicle to inspire and teach, this comprehensive curriculum breaks down destructive male stereotypes to support positive futures for boys. Trained coaches guide teams of 6 - 14 boys through the program, designed to amplify confidence, self-expression, and respect for others. The team will complete a 5k at the end of the program.


Fun and Fit: Mommy & Me WorkoutAges 0 - 2

No time to workout now that you have a little one? Spend time with your baby while getting back in shape with other moms and their children. Join us after class in the PJ Library Patch for a free playgroup and social time with other parents!

Fall Session 1 & 2day time J Member publicMON 10:30 - 11:15am $70 $84

Mommy & Me MusicAges 0 - 3

Children will sing in English and Hebrew, dance, play with bubbles, ribbons, and shakers, learn PJ Library songs, and more! This class is the perfect opportunity for babies and toddlers to be introduced to music, creative stimulation, and sensory play.

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicTHURS 10:30 - 11:15am $50 $60

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicTHURS 10:30 - 11:15am $70 $84

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Mommy & Me DanceAges 0 - 3

What could be better than bonding time with your sweet one as they learn to stretch and dance? Led by faculty from The Dance Coalition, during this class we’ll spend time getting to know rhythm, music, colors, sounds, movement, and joy with Mom (or Dad, or Grandma and Grandpa!) right by our side!

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicWED 11 - 11:30am $80 $96

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicWED 11 - 11:30am $70 $84

Beginning DanceAges 3 - 4

Taught by faculty from The Dance Coalition, this class will be a combination dance class of ballet, jazz, hip hop, and acrobatics. We focus on classroom management, body awareness, friendship and teamwork, musicality, and the basic body positions in ballet. Most importantly, we have FUN!

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicMON 1:15 - 2pm $70 $84WED 1:15 - 2pm $80 $96


Primary DanceAges 4 - 6

Designed for children who may or may not have had prior dance experience, Primary Dance is a combination class that focuses on proper ballet alignment and technique while also spending time in tap, jazz, hip hop, and acrobatic exploration! This class is taught by faculty from The Dance Coalition.



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S’mores and Sushi in the SukkahOctober 8, 3 - 5pm

It’s a camp reunion in the sukkah! Join Camp at the J, PJ Library, and Camp Livingston to socialize, enjoy the art on display in the sukkah, and participate in activities. We’ll spend time reconnecting through songs, stories, crafts, and food.

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Session 1 (three weeks): June 11 - June 29

Session 2 (three weeks): July 2 - July 20

Session 3 (two weeks): July 23 - August 3

Session 4 (one week): August 6 - 10

At Camp at the J, children can enjoy the simple pleasures of summer. From swim lessons and archery, to arts & crafts and color wars, Camp at the J features all the good, old-fashioned fun that fosters friendships and

makes camp a summertime staple.

In addition to traditional activities such as weekly theme days, sports, and field trips, Camp at the J incorporates values-based learning, including community, friendship, and respect. At the end of the week, our whole camp

gathers for Shabbat Sing where we celebrate our unique camp community by sharing stories, singing

songs, and giving weekly awards.

Our inclusive summer camp program welcomes children of all abilities to have an enjoyable and

meaningful summer camp experience. 1:1 support and advocates may be available upon request for

children with special needs.

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Planet ProtectorsAges 3 - 5

Learn about reducing, reusing, and recycling and other ways to save our planet with JOFEE Josh. Environmentally friendly projects and snacks are part of the fun!

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicMON 1 - 2pm $70 $84

Outdoor ExplorersAges 3 - 5

Explore the great outdoors…in the back of the JCC! Enjoy scavenger hunts, nature activities, and backyard games that will get kids excited for fall!

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicTUES 1 - 2pm $80 $96

Top Chef Tots with Ms. TeenyAges 3 - 5

Come cook with us! Our small chefs will learn the basics of cooking, including simple measuring and mixing. Each class will include story time and fun snack-making.

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicFRI 1 - 2pm $50 $60

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicFRI 1 - 2pm $70 $84

Outdoor Cooking with Mr. JoshAges 3 - 5

Kids will learn basic cooking skills and enjoy making creative snacks over the fire! We’ll make pizzas, s’mores, and so much more in this adventurous and safe introduction to cooking.

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicMON 1 - 2pm $70 $84




Wacky Science with Mr. MikeAges 3 - 5

Kids will participate in fun, hands-on science projects like goo-making and exploding volcanoes! We’ll investigate, explore, and learn fun facts in this exciting STEM-based science class.

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicTUES 1 - 2pm $70 $84

Little Blue Jays T-BallAges 3 - 5

Batter Up! Pee Wee players will learn the FUNdamentals of America’s favorite pastime. They’ll practice hitting the ball off the “T”, running bases, and more!

Fall Session 1day time J Member publicWED 1 - 2pm $80 $96WED 4:30 - 5:30pm $70 $84WED 6 - 7pm $70 $84

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicTHURS 1 - 2pm $70 $84

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The JCC Early Childhood School provides a high-quality, age appropriate Jewish and secular curriculum that encourages development, curiosity, imagination, and self-esteem. Our child care program is open to everyone regardless of race, religion, or ability and features a low child-teacher ratio.

We encourage language skills, scientific inquiry, and creative expression. Social and emotional well-being are always supported.

Weekly enrichment includes music, fitness, yoga, swim lessons (ages 4+), gardening, and intergenerational activities. We celebrate Jewish holidays and Shabbat with songs, stories, art, special foods, and traditions. All meals and snacks served to students are kosher.

Fall FlingSeptember 5, 5:30pmKick off the new school year and mingle with other families on the Early Childhood School playground. Dinner will be served!

Breakfast in the SukkahOctober 10, 8amEnjoy a delicious breakfast in the Early Childhood School Sukkah, which the children have decorated in their own unique style! A sukkah is a temporary structure built for Sukkot, the fall harvest festival. Parents, grandparents, and special family friends are welcome.

Hanukkah CelebrationDecember 18, 4:30pmJoin the entire JCC for a Hanukkah party! Families are invited to join their Early Childhood School children for a Hanukkah craft, menorah lighting, a free latke snack, and a special visit from Dreidelman! You are welcome to bring your own menorah to light and celebrate the season with the entire JCC community.

*Learn more about Sukkot, Hanukkah, and other Jewish holidays at MayersonJCC.org

E A R LY C H I LDHO O D SC HO OLLittle Blue Jays SoccerAges 3 - 5

In this fun introduction to the basics of soccer, your child will learn teamwork, build confidence, and develop character, all while having a ball!

Fall Session 1 day time J Member publicTHURS 1 - 2pm $50 $60

Fall Session 2day time J Member publicWED 1 - 2pm $70 $84WED 4:30 - 5:30pm $70 $84WED 6- 7pm $70 $84

SAY Soccer ClinicsAges 5 - 10August 31 - October 19; Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30pm

NEW! Register to play in boys’ and girls’ soccer programs and receive the benefits of ongoing training in weekly soccer clinics. Learn and refine skills, build teamwork and leadership, ignite confidence in a team setting, and understand how to implement skills during practices.

FREE with SAY Soccer registration at MayersonJCC.org

SAY Soccer DribblersAges 5 - 7

Teams will play in the SAY East Cincinnati Soccer League. Practices are Mondays or Tuesdays at the JCC. Games will be on Sunday afternoons in the fall between 1 - 5pm. A game schedule will be made available closer to the season. Players will focus on learning teamwork, rules, confidence, and character all while playing in a competitive, constructive environment.

Boysday time J Member publicMON 4:30 - 5:30pm $99 $129

Girlsday time J Member publicTUES 4:30 - 5:30pm $99 $129




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SAY Soccer PassersAges 7 - 9

The boys and girls groups will play in the SAY East Cincinnati Soccer League. Practices are on Mondays or Tuesdays at the JCC. Games will be on Sunday afternoons in the fall between 1 - 5pm. A game schedule will be made available closer to the season. Players will focus on learning teamwork, rules, confidence, and character all while playing in a competitive, constructive environment.

Boysday time J Member publicMON 4:30 - 5:30pm $99 $129

Girlsday time J Member publicTUES 4:30 - 5:30pm $99 $129

SAY Soccer WingsAges 9 - 11

The boys and girls groups will play in the SAY East Cincinnati Soccer League. Practices are on Wednesdays or Thursdays at the JCC. Games will be held Sunday afternoons at locations throughout the region. These players will learn more about the strategies of the game, and improve on their skills. Teamwork and self-confidence are emphasized.

Boysday time J Member publicWED 5:30 - 6:30pm $99 $129

Girlsday time J Member publicTHURS 5:30 - 6:30pm $99 $129

Blue Jays BasketballNovember 7 - March 1

Boys and girls will play for the JCC Blue Jays as part of the Cincinnati Premier Youth Basketball League (CPYBL). Games will be on Sunday afternoons beginning in December. The season runs from November through early March.

Girls ages 6 - 8day time J Member publicTUES 4:30 - 5:30pm $99 $139

Boys ages 6 - 8day time J Member publicTHURS 4:30 - 5:30pm $99 $139

Girls ages 9 - 11day time J Member publicTUES 5:30 - 6:30pm $99 $139

Boys ages 9 - 11day time J Member publicTHURS 5:30 - 6:30pm $99 $139

Grades K - 6

After Crew at the J keeps children active and engaged long after the last bell rings. Kids enjoy fun-filled afternoons, featuring swimming and sports, art and dance, special visits from local experts, and fun with friends. Each day, children have time to do homework and eat a healthy snack.

After Crew is held from 2:30 - 6pm when school is in session. We offer both full-time (5 days/week) and part-time (3 days/week or 2 days/week) options. Pack a swimsuit, towel, and clothes for outdoor play. Transportation available from many neighboring schools.

Spots fill up fast! Sign up now for the 2017 - 2018 school year. Visit MayersonJCC.org for more information.

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PJ Library Farm DayAt Gorman Heritage FarmSeptember 24, 4pmJ Member: $5/person; public $7/person - kids ages 3 and under are free!

Join us as we learn about flowers, bees, and farm animals, as well as the history of Gorman Heritage Farm and how it is run today.

S’mores and Sushi in the SukkahOctober 8, 3 - 5pm

Join Camp at the J, PJ Library, and Camp Livingston for a camp reunion! We’ll enjoy the art together in the sukkah, and spend time reconnecting through songs, stories, crafts, and food.

Free with RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

3rd Annual Lego Menorah BuildingDecember 11, 5:30pmJ Member: $10/person; public $12/person - kids under 3 are free!

Join us for the 3rd annual PJ Library Hanukkah Celebration and use Legos to build a menorah! PJ Our Way participants ages 8-13 can sign up to join in the menorah building competition, with prizes for the top three winners!

PJ Library, PJ Baby, and PJ Our Way family programs are offered at the J and other local venues to children up to 11 years old with at least one Jewish parent. In partnership with Jewish Family Service and the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, and thanks to generous funding from Anne Heldman, Jo Levine, the Fisher family (founding sponsor), and the Harold Grinspoon Foundation.

Give the gift of free, high-quality Jewish books, music, and events to children up to 11 years and with at least one Jewish parent.

Learn more & sign up: MAYERSONJCC.ORG/PJ-LIBRARY

Grades K-6

When school is out, the J is in! We offer School Break Camps and Snow Day Camps when many area schools are not in session. Bring the kids for a fun day of swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and more! Don’t forget to pack a swimsuit, lunch, and towel!

Veterans Day Camp November 10 day time J Member public MON 9:30am - 3:30pm $48 $58

Thanksgiving Break CampNovember 22 day time J Member public WED 9:30am - 3:30pm $48 $58

Winter Break CampDecember 26 - 29; January 2 - 5day time J Member public TUES - FRI 9:30am - 3:30pm $48/day $58/day

Optional extended hours:Start Up Crew; $6/day (drop off as early as 7am) After Crew; $8/day (pick up by 6pm)Full day, including before and after care:J Member: $60/day; public: $70/day

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Visit the PJ Library Patch at the JCC! Located in the Program Hallway next to Adoption Connection, this fun and engaging play space is for children ages 4 and under and their caregivers. Open during the J’s business hours.

Advance your basketball skills with Shining Star Sports elite trainers. Shining Stars Sports is run by former University of Cincinnati basketball player, and author of Walk of a Lifetime, Alex Meacham.

Private Basketball Training Open to all ages and abilities. Times and dates by appointment Visit MayersonJCC.org for pricing and to purchase training sessions.

Whether you are looking to improve your basketball fundamentals, conditioning, or just want to get an edge before your next tryout, private sessions can be arranged to fit your schedule!

S H I N I NG STA R S P ORT SWinter Break Baseball CampGrades 3-8December 26 - 29

Kids will build upon and improve their baseball skills in this Winter Break Baseball Camp. Instructors will emphasize pitching, catching, hitting, and defensive skill building. Full day campers will spend the second part of their day swimming, playing sports, participating in arts & crafts, and more!

Half Dayday time J Member publicTUES - FRI 9am - 12pm $120 $160

Full dayday time J Member publicTUES - FRI 9am - 3:30pm $200 $250

Full day with before and after careday time J Member publicTUES - FRI 7am - 6pm $256 $306

Optional extended hoursStart Up Crew; $6/day (drop off as early as 7am) After Crew; $8/day (pick up by 6pm)

Winter Break Basketball CampGrades 3-8January 2 - 5

Kids will build upon and improve their basketball skills in this Winter Basketball Camp. Instructors will emphasize shooting, dribbling, rebounding, and defensive skill building. Full day campers will spend the second part of their day swimming, playing sports, participating in arts & crafts, and more!

Half Dayday time J Member publicTUES - FRI 9am - 12pm $120 $160

Full dayday time J Member publicTUES - FRI 9am - 3:30pm $200 $250

Full day with before and after careday time J Member publicTUES - FRI 7am - 6pm $256 $306

Optional extended hoursStart Up Crew; $6/day (drop off as early as 7am) After Crew; $8/day (pick up by 6pm)



Children & FamilyFall 1: August 27 - October 21 | Fall 2: October 22 - December 16

VOLUNTEER COACHES

The Sports and Recreation Department is looking for coaches qualified to teach youth

skills in specific sports such as soccer, baseball, t-ball, and basketball. Each coach will receive

25% off one child who participates in one of our youth sport programs.

Contact us at [email protected]

for more information!

SAVE THE DATE FOR CAMP AT THE J 2018

Session 1 (three weeks): June 11 - June 29

Session 2 (three weeks): July 2 - July 20

Session 3 (two weeks): July 23 - August 3

Session 4 (one week): August 6 - 10

Watch for our popular Black Friday special offer for Camp at the J in November!

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TE E N S & T WE E N S

March of the Living Info SessionsOctober 4, 7pm; an in-home presentation - for more information, visit MayersonJCC.org October 18, 7pm at the Mayerson JCC

2018 Trip Dates: April 8 - 22, 2018

For high school seniors with at least one Jewish parent

Come learn about March of the Living, an opportunity to join Jewish teens from all over the world for a profoundly moving experience. Observe Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Memorial Day) in Poland, where you will march from Auschwitz to Birkenau, the largest concentration camp complex built during World War II. Then travel to Israel to observe Yom HaZikaron (Israel Memorial Day) and celebrate Yom HaAtzmaut (Israel Independence Day).

Learn more and RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

This trip is generously funded by The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati, and organized by the Mayerson JCC, in partnership with the Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education. Grants are administered by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati. Cincy Journey grants are not need based and are offered to Cincinnati Jewish high school seniors who have not already used their high school Israel travel grant.

Girls Who Code ClubThursdays, 6:30 - 8pmFor girls ages 13 - 17

Tech jobs are among the fastest growing in the country, yet there remain few women in the industry. Let’s do our part to close the gender gap in the tech field! Join national organization, Girls Who Code, and learn how to code with an experienced coder.

No experience necessary; bring your own computer.


Night Out at Scene 75November 18, 6:15 - 9pmCost: J Member: $15; public: $20

Join in the fun and games as the JCC Tweens in grades 5 - 8 spend the evening at Scene 75. We will have our own private party room, pizza dinner, unlimited soda station, arcade games, special attractions, and much more.

JCC Maccabi Games 2018 Info SessionDecember 5, 7pm

The JCC Maccabi Games® is an Olympic-style sporting competition held each summer in North America and is the second-largest organized sports program for Jewish teenagers in the world. Find out how your teen can sign up to represent Cincinnati in this international program for summer 2018. Learn about sports that will be offered, where and when the games will be held, and details about opportunities for parents and volunteer coaches.

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Cincinnati BBYO Chapter ElectionsAugust 20, 2 - 4pmOpen to current and prospective BBYO members

It’s that time of year! Voting will open for the Fall/Winter term chapter boards. Join us and make sure you have your say in our chapter election.

Cincinnati BBYO Fall Kickoff: Rolling on the RiverAt BB Riverboats in Newport Open to current and prospective BBYO membersAugust 27, 11am - 2pmCost: $27 without transportation; $32 with transportation from the JCC

Join teens from all over Cincinnati as we kick off the BBYO year with a boat cruise on the Ohio River. Enjoy a full buffet including desserts, a soda station, DJ, and fun activities. All Jewish teens interested in BBYO are welcome to come aboard!

Cincinnati BBYO Chapter ConventionAt Camp Livingston Current BBYO members onlyOctober 7, 4pm - October 8, 2pmCost: $50

This fun-filled retreat planned by our chapter board will showcase Cincinnati BBYO. Don’t miss out!

BBYO Spirit ConventionAt Camp Campbell GardCurrent BBYO members onlyOctober 27, 5pm - October 29, 12pm

BBYO Spirit Convention gives Jewish teens from Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, Indianapolis, and Louisville the opportunity to come together for a weekend of competition and camaraderie to show pride in their cities. Chapters will face off in an Olympic-style contest with the coveted “Spirit Stick” awarded as the grand prize.

For Jewish Teens, grades 8 - 12

This teen-led youth organization teaches members how to make leadership decisions and prepares them for active community roles after high school. BBYO has a solid tradition and is now in its 90th year! With a balance of social events and meaningful Jewish experiences, this group helps teens flourish.

Sign up now! You’ll be a part of a fun and unique Jewish youth group that enjoys activities with teens from the tristate area including sports, competitions, cooking, community service, Shabbat, and more! Events are open to anyone interested in joining BBYO unless noted.

Learn more, sign up, and see weekly programming at MayersonJCC.org

BBYO: Mishpocha and Ner Tamid Chapter MeetingsOpen to current and prospective BBYO membersTuesday evenings at 8pm at various locations; contact [email protected]

Teen members plan exciting and innovative programs throughout the year with great opportunities to meet other Jewish teens from nearby cities.

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Kids’ Night Out: Destination VacationDecember 9, 6:30 - 9:30pmJ Member: $15; public: $20

Kids are invited to the J for their own Destination: Vacation party - no parents allowed! Kids ages 5-9 will swim, enjoy dinner, and watch a movie, all just for kids! Tweens will swim, enjoy dinner, and help lead programs before watching a movie of their own, separate from the younger kids.

Perfect North Tween TubingAt Perfect North SlopesDecember 17, 1 - 5pmJ Member: $10; public: $14

Come slip’n’slide away! Join tweens in grades 5 - 8 from around the city as we trek to Perfect North and go tubing for an afternoon filled with fun! Transportation to and from the JCC and Perfect North is provided.

Teens & TweensFall 1: August 27 - October 21 | Fall 2: October 22 - December 16

The Venture Awards Launch Event August 13, 7pm

Bring your friends and come learn about exciting new opportunities for Cincinnati teens. There’ll be a s’mores bar, live music, fire pits and more!

Learn more and RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

SAVE THE DATE!

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Farmers’ MarketSeptember 10, 9:30am - 1pm

Stock up on apples and honey for Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year), and browse a variety of produce from local farms at the many other booths! Dozens of vendors will be on hand selling everything from challah and honey cake to coffee and hummus. A local beekeeper will provide honey tastings and an orchardist will offer apple tastings at the event. The Farmers’ Market will also include a pickling demo by JOFEE Josh. The market will end with a community-wide shofar blowing to mark the beginning of our season-long Israel at 70 community celebration.

Presented in partnership with Wyoming Farmer’s Market

Israeli DanceAges 13+

Experience the joyful expression of Israeli culture and identity through authentic, high-energy Israeli folk dancing. Participants of all skill levels are encouraged to enroll in this class which teaches popular Israeli dances and more advanced repertoire.



E VE NT S Under One RoofSukkah Art Exhibit on display: October 8 - 19 Art Reception: October 10; 5pm

Step inside our 1,300-square-foot sukkah highlighting works of art created by more than 40 organizations from around the city. View these large multimedia fabric panels exploring this year’s theme, Beyond Beauty, on display to celebrate the festival of Sukkot.

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Jewish and Israeli Book Club: Three Floors Up, Author Visit and Book SigningOctober 30, 7pm

Celebrate Israel at 70 through literature. Come hear Eshkol Nevo, one of Israel’s most celebrated authors, discuss his most recent novel, Three Floors Up. This best-selling and acclaimed Israeli novel examines the interconnected lives of its characters, whose turmoils, secrets, unreliable confessions, and problematic decisions reveal a society in the midst of an identity crisis. Reading this novel in advance (Hebrew or English translation available) will enrich the experience, but is not required.

Eshkol Nevo grew up in Jerusalem, Haifa, and Detroit. He is the grandson of Levi Eshkol, the late third prime minister of Israel. He teaches creative writing and thinking at the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, Tel Aviv University, Sapir College and the Open University of Israel.

Presented in partnership with Dr. and Mrs. Stephen N. Joffe and the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati in celebration of Israel at 70


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Community-Wide Shofar Blowing in Celebration of Israel at 70 September 10, 1pm

Celebrate Israel at 70 with the sound of the shofar, a ram’s horn used for Jewish religious purposes. Calling all shofar blowers to help kick off the season-long celebration of Israel at 70! We’ll celebrate the beginning of this special season by blowing 70 shofars for 70 seconds, one shofar and one second for each year of Israeli independence. All community agencies and individuals are invited to sign up for this fun celebration.

Belly Laughs: Joel Chasnoff and Einat AdmonySeptember 13, 6:30pm J Member: $36; public: $42

Celebrate Israel at 70 through comedy and food. Comedian Joel Chasnoff and Chef Einat Admony join forces for the hilarious show, Belly Laughs. This new comic/chef collaboration began when the two co-wrote Balaboosta, a cookbook featuring 140 of Einat’s recipes infused with Joel’s comedic touches. Comedian and Chicago native Joel Chasnoff, is a former IDF combat soldier and wrote his comedic memoir, The 188th Crybaby Brigade, about his service in the Israeli Army. Returning to Cincinnati by popular demand, Joel has performed on stage and screen in nine countries, including two off-Broadway shows. Chef Einat is a Tel Aviv native, James Beard, finalist and the owner of several highly regarded NYC restaurants. She is a two-time winner of popular cooking competition show Chopped, and beat celebrity chef Bobby Flay on his own show, Throwdown with Bobby Flay.

Presented in partnership with Dr. and Mrs. Stephen N. Joffe and The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati in celebration of Israel at 70


Celebrate 70 years of Israeli independence! Join the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati and the Mayerson JCC as we mark this momentous anniversary and look toward the future with a season-long community celebration including special events, displays, and gatherings. Watch for more details and events throughout the year at MayersonJCC.org.

Global Day of Jewish LearningNovember 12, 10am - 4:30pm

Join communities across the globe and scholars from a wide array of Jewish institutions and agencies to explore the theme of Beauty and Ugliness: From the Aesthetic to the Ethical through the context of a Jewish lens. The day will include thought-provoking discussions and workshops, as well as activities such as yoga and meditation. Keynote speaker Dr. Michal Raucher, University of Cincinnati Judaic Studies, will examine the various ways in which the ideas of beauty and ugliness are understood and evolve in our lives and throughout societies.


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Hanukkah at the JDecember 12 - 14, 18*, & 19; 4:30pm *visit from Dreidelman!

Celebrate Hanukkah at the J! The fun begins at 4:30pm with crafts and snacks. Candle lighting begins promptly at 5pm. Feel free to bring your own menorah to light together.

3rd Annual Lego Menorah BuildingDecember 11, 5:30pm J Member: $10/person; public $12/person Kids under 3 are free!

Join us for the 3rd annual PJ Library Hanukkah Celebration and use Legos to build a menorah! This celebration will have fun for the whole family, with dinner included in the cost of admission! PJ Our Way participants ages 8-13 may sign up to join in the menorah building competition - you’ll be given a menorah building kit and have 20 minutes to build your menorah. Fellow PJ Our Way participants will get to vote on their favorite creations, with prizes for the top three winners!

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Dreidelman is a super-sized Dreidel mascot who helps to spread Hannukah fun for all ages! Invite Dreidelman to your event to interact with guests

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Imagination Institute - Think Outside the BoxDecember 5, 6pm

This workshop will help each of us use our minds in a different way or learn something new that we never thought we would. Taught by a variety of experts, we’ll learn all kinds of new things, such as how to build a fire and start it without matches or how to mix two classic cocktails. Learn to dance the Argentinian Tango in our first workshop! Bring a partner or come by yourself to meet new people, boost your confidence, and learn a fun new skill to show off before your holiday parties. Be on the lookout for more exciting details!


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In partnership with The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health. Join us for relaxed evenings of appetizers, wine, and valuable medical information. FREE with RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

Laugh Without Worry: What You Need to Know About Pelvic Floor DisordersAugust 22, 5:30pm

As women age, their muscles get weaker, including those that support the bladder, bowel and uterus. That can lead to some uncomfortable moments, like leakage when you laugh or pain during intercourse. Weaker muscles occur most commonly as a result of childbirth and menopause, which is why nearly one in three women experience issues. The good news is that these issues don’t need to disrupt your lifestyle.

Join The Jewish Hospital — Mercy Health and Mayerson JCC as we talk about bladder control. This interactive discussion will explain the causes, symptoms, and most up-to-date surgical and nonsurgical treatments. The presentation and Q&A will be led by a board-certified urologist.

TH E J E WI S H HO S P ITA L – M E RC Y H E A LTH S PE A K E R S E R I E S

Let us be your partner in maintaining good health and wellness!

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Dreaming of a Good Night’s Sleep: How to Prevent & Treat Common Sleep DisordersNovember 2, 5:30pm

Sleep is an essential part of your health and well-being. It gives your body time to recover and rejuvenate. Disorders like insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome and narcolepsy affect your regular sleep patterns, which can have detrimental effects on your physical health.

Join The Jewish Hospital — Mercy Health and Mayerson JCC as we talk about sleep. In this informative discussion, Mercy Health sleep medicine specialist Dr. Sanjiv Patel will explain common sleep disorders and their effects on your health, and will share ways to prevent and treat them.

Mobile Mammography UnitNovember 9, 7 - 10:30am

Did you know that mammography screenings can save lives? Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths for women between ages 35-50, and one out of every eight women will develop breast cancer during her life. Mammography screenings can detect lumps as small as the size of a pea; breast cancers found at such an early stage have a 90% cure rate. Visit The Jewish Hospital’s Mobile Mammography Unit to receive your screening and protect your health.

*This screening is covered by most insurance carriers, but you should verify that The Jewish Hospital and Mercy Health are in-network providers. For more information, please call 513.686.3300.

Fall 1: August 27 - October 21 | Fall 2: October 22 - December 16

Hope and Recovery: Understanding the Physiological Challenges of and Treatment for AddictionSeptember 6, 5:30pm

Addiction to opioids, stimulants and other medications or drugs has become alarmingly prevalent in our community over the last few years. Addiction is a chronic disease that alters pathways in the brain involved in reward, motivation and control. Though treatment is often a long and difficult process, untreated addictions can lead to further physical and mental health problems.

Join The Jewish Hospital — Mercy Health and Mayerson JCC as we talk about addiction. This forthright discussion will give you a better understanding of how addiction works and what kinds of treatments are available. The presentation and Q&A will be led by Mercy Health board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Matt Montgomery.

Managing Your Medications: What You Need to Know About Taking MedicationOctober 17, 5:30pm

As you age, it may seem as if you are taking more and more medication. Keeping track of all these prescriptions can be stressful - and can be harmful if you don’t have a good handle on it. That’s why it’s important to manage a list of your medications, the appropriate dosage, and when to take them, as well as understand what they do and how they can interact with each other.

Join The Jewish Hospital — Mercy Health and Mayerson JCC as we talk about medication management. This interactive discussion will give you a better understanding of how to manage your medications. The presentation and Q&A will be led by Jason Niemann, board-certified pharmacist and director of pharmacy for Mercy Health — Cincinnati.

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YPs Stuck in a PickleSeptember 19, 6:30 - 8pmJ Members: $5; public: $7

Did you buy a lot of summer vegetables and not know what to do with them? Do you want to eat fresh veggies well after they are picked? Do you love to eat pickles, kimchi, or sauerkraut? If so, then come join us as we take a dive into the world of pickling. We will talk about what pickling is and why it’s good for you. Then we’ll pickle our own veggies. All supplies will be provided!

A Night in the SukkahOctober 11, 7pm

Join other YPs and spend some time under the community sukkah as we celebrate Sukkot. We will learn about the traditions associated with Sukkot as well as enjoy some music, pumpkin drinks, and pumpkin desserts. While there, don’t forget to admire our community art exhibit, Under One Roof. Organizations in the community will produce paintings on canvas panels to hang throughout the sukkah. Can you find the YP panel?


Volunteering with Outdoor Adventure ClubsNovember 11, 9am - 4pm

Get outside for a day of volunteering as we hike with Outdoor Adventure Clubs (OAC). OAC helps bring urban teens out into nature for healthy outdoor recreation, education, and conservation opportunities at no cost to participants. We’ll join their teens on a hike, followed by lunch and s’mores! Meet at the hike location for a pre-hike meeting - check MayersonJCC.org to learn more about the hike location and additional details.

Outdoor Adventure Clubs (OAC) currently only offers this teen mentor program on Saturdays. We are working with the OAC to add a Sunday event to their program calendar. In the meantime, we invite YPs who are comfortable participating on Saturday Shabbat to support this outside organization, which enriches the lives of underprivileged teens in the Cincinnati area.


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SEE PAGE 16 FOR ARTS & IDEAS EVENTS!

To create your Jewish legacy or learn more,contact Debra Steinbuch at 513-985-1593 or [email protected], or visit createyourjewishlegacy.org.

The Nadels’ story, like many others who have made a legacy commitment to the Cincinnati Jewish community, is recorded in the Legacy Flame exhibit in the Mayerson JCC.

Everyone has a legacy. In a hundred years, you can still be changing lives.

Shaping lives for future generationsOur families, community, and Jewish experiences shaped who we are, and how we raise our children. We would not be who we are today without these influences.

Our legacy gift is to help ensure the community and Jewish experiences we had growing up, and have today, are available for generations to come. ─ Ilana Gildenblatt-Nadel and Neil Nadel

Strengthening Jewish Cincinnati. Funded in part by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati and The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati.

Our award-winning Senior Center offers many wellness, learning, technology, arts classes, day trips, and helpful services. Adults 60 & Better also receive discounted meals, hot kosher luncheons, transportation services, Meals on Wheels, ShalomPhone telephone reassurance, on-site physical therapy, and much more.

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HOLI DAY LU NC H EON S E VE NT S

Rosh Hashanah LunchSeptember 15, 12pm

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with a delicious holiday meal and live entertainment. Reservations are required by September 8 to Merle Coyle at 513.761.7500

Veteran’s Day LunchNovember 10, 12pm

Commemorate Veteran’s Day with a special lunch and live entertainment. Reservations are required by November 3 to Merle Coyle at 513.761.7500

Thanksgiving LunchNovember 17, 12pm

Enjoy Thanksgiving with a delicious holiday meal. Reservations are required by November 10 to Merle Coyle at 513.761.7500

Hanukkah LunchDecember 15, 12pm

Celebrate Hanukkah with a festive lunch and live entertainment. Reservations are required by December 8 to Merle Coyle at 513.761.7500

AAA Safe Driving ClassSeptember 11, 1 - 5pm

Driving has changed since you first got your license; this class will update you on newer rules and statistics - it could even save you money with your insurance company! By taking a driver safety course, you’ll learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment.

JCC Blood DriveOctober 8, 8am - 3pm

Make a difference in the lives of others by giving a blood donation in partnership with Hoxworth Blood Center, Congregation Sha’arei Torah, Golf Manor Synagogue, and Congregation Zichron Eliezer. All types are welcome!

Register at MayersonJCC.org

A Matter of BalanceOctober 16 - December 4, 1 - 3pmCost: $10

A Matter of Balance is an 8-week structured group workshop that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels. Participants learn to view falls and fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and exercise to increase strength and balance.

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What Will Thrive Mean To You?If your family is struggling to care for a loved one with memory impairment, Thrive will mean relief.It will mean you can sleep knowing your loved one is being cared for every hour of every day by experienced and trained professionals who know what to do.The Care Team works to know the life story of each resident so they connect in special ways. They become trusted friends who guide and provide comfort in times of confusion.Thrive opens in West Chester this spring. Schedule an appointment now to discover the meaningful ways we can help you.

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All day trips require moderate to considerable amounts of walking. Day Trips meet at the J. Cost of transportation is included. RSVP required to Merle Coyle at 513.761.7500

Belterra ParkAugust 31, 11am - 3pmCost: $5 for transportation; lunch is on your ownWalking: Moderate Amount

Belterra Park Gaming & Entertainment Center, an entertainment destination located in a park-like setting on the banks of the Ohio River, features live racing during the summer, video lottery games, and a great buffet. Don’t forget to bring a federal ID and your Belterra card if you have one. If you do not have a Belterra card, we will get you one when you arrive. RSVP required by August 24.

Chasing Dreams: Baseball and Becoming AmericanSeptember 6, 10am - 12:30pmCost: $5 for transportation. Lunch is not included.Walking: Moderate Amount

Learn about the sports legends whose contributions to baseball history went far beyond batting averages or stolen bases. Hank Greenberg, Sandy Koufax, Jackie Robinson…these players didn’t just play the game, they became athletic, cultural, and ethical role models. We’ll explore this Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion’s Skirball Museum exhibit that celebrates baseball and highlights the sport’s game changers who challenged the status quo and inspired the nation. Then return to the JCC for lunch with your friends at the J Café! RSVP required by August 30.

Buckle up: Tour the World-Renowned Toyota Manufacturing FacilitySeptember 13, 10am - 4pmCost: $10 for transportation and admission. Lunch is on your ownWalking: Moderate Amount

Take a 90-minute road trip to the Toyota plant in Georgetown, Kentucky, to see how more than 2,000 cars are made each day! We’ll begin with lunch at Applebee’s Grill & Bar near the plant, then we’ll head to the Toyota Visitor Center. We’ll see a mint condition 1988 Camry, the first one ever made in the United States! Then we’ll buckle up for a ride around the plant on a guided, tram-driven tour. You must bring a photo ID, and no purses, backpacks, or bags of any type are allowed in the Toyota facility (we can lock our bags in the bus during the tour). RSVP required by September 6.

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21c Museum Hotel Art ExperienceOctober 18, 10:30am - 3pmCost: $5 for transportation; lunch is on your ownWalking: Moderate Amount

Discover contemporary art in the most unexpected places – from the sidewalks to the elevators! Specially commissioned, site-specific works by some of the contemporary art world’s most exciting artists can be found throughout downtown Cincinnati’s 21c Museum Hotel. At every turn, there are fascinating exhibits and displays to dazzle your eyes and spark your imagination! Afterward, we’ll have lunch in the hotel’s upscale restaurant, Metropole, which offers a contemporary take on old-world fireplace cooking techniques. RSVP required by October 11.

Shopping and Dining in Historic Downtown MilfordOctober 25, 11am - 3pmCost: $5 for transportation. Lunch is on your own.Walking: Moderate Amount

Come enjoy the hometown feeling in the historic district of Downtown Milford! Located along the banks of the Little Miami River, Downtown Milford is a vibrant community with unique family owned and operated shops, restaurants, and businesses. We’ll enjoy lunch at 20 Brix, a mix of new American cuisine and traditional southern cooking, with a sprinkle of classic French. Afterward, we’ll have time to explore the shops and sights of this charming town – don’t miss the ice cream at the Old Milford Parlor! RSVP required by October 18.

A Day at the Races - Louisville’s Legendary Churchill DownsNovember 8, 8:30am - 4pmCost: $53 for transportation, admission, tour, and buffet lunchWalking: Considerable Amount

Join us for a Day at the Races at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville! Experience the pageantry, athleticism, and glamour of thoroughbred racing! We’ll begin by viewing “The Greatest Race,” an immersive sound and visual film, then we’ll explore the museum exhibits and gift shop. We’ll also enjoy a guided walking tour of the racetrack and grounds. The rest of our visit will be in Millionaire’s Row or the Skye Terrace enjoying a lavish buffet lunch and betting on the thoroughbreds! RSVP required by November 1.

Foodie Paradise - Jungle Jim’s International MarketNovember 15, 10am - 1pmCost: $10 for transportation and tour. Lunch is not included.Walking: Considerable Amount

Calling all foodies! Come explore the Food Lover’s Paradise at Jungle Jim’s International Market! We’ll take a one-hour tour of this incredible store and enjoy food samples from around the world. Our knowledgeable guides will lead us on a fun-filled Food Safari! Learn the history of Jungle Jim’s, explore the many diverse departments, and enjoy samples from around the world. RSVP required by November 8.

Medical Miracles at Shriner’s Hospital for ChildrenNovember 29, 10:30am - 3pmCost: $5 for transportation and tour. Lunch is on your own.Walking: Considerable Amount

Cincinnati’s world-renowned Shriner’s Hospitals for Children is dedicated to the treatment of pediatric burns and specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Our tour will include a video overview of the incredible work these dedicated medical professionals perform every day, as well as heart-warming patient stories. We’ll tour several public areas of the hospital including Child Life, Family Suites, and more. Before the tour, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at Suzie Wong’s, a casual, colorful restaurant offering classic & updated Pan-Asian dishes. RSVP required by November 22.

Belterra ParkDecember 6, 10:30am - 3pmCost: $5 for transportation. Lunch is on your ownWalking: Moderate Amount

Belterra Park Gaming & Entertainment Center, an entertainment destination located in a park-like setting on the banks of the Ohio River, features live racing during the summer, video lottery games, and a great buffet. Don’t forget to bring a federal ID and your Belterra card if you have one. If you do not have a Belterra card, we will get you one when you arrive. RSVP required by November 29.

Join us for our speaker series from The Jewish Hospital – Mercy Health

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Fit for LifeInstructor: Judith Ulm

This class features exercises that focus on strength and cardio cross-training, as well as balance and range of motion.

day time J Member & ASK MemberMON 9:15 - 10:15am FREE WED 9:15 - 10:15am FREEFRI 9:15 - 10:15am FREE

Torah TreasuresInstructor: Rabbi Yitzchok Preis

Study the Torah portion of the day.

day time J Member & ASK MemberMON 10:30 - 11:30am FREE

Active Minds TooInstructor: Bernice Pollack

This stimulating discussion group focuses on how to remain active as you age. We’ve had such a great response to our Tuesday group, we’ve added this second group for Mondays!

day time J Member & ASK MemberMON 10:30 - 11:30am FREE

Healthy Steps/Lebed MethodInstructor: Marcy Kanter

Healthy Steps, Moving You to Better Health with the Lebed Method, is a therapeutic program using movement, exercise, and music to help you thrive!

day time J Member & ASK MemberTUES 10:30 - 11:30am $5/class

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Holiday Shopping at the Monroe Premium Outlet MallDecember 13, 10:30am - 3pmCost: $5 for transportation; lunch is on your ownWalking: Moderate Amount

Just in time for the holidays - enjoy an exciting collection of over 100 outlet stores from top designers and name brands! This covered outdoor mall offers a beautiful single-level shopping experience with extraordinary savings of 25 - 65%. A food court offers options for lunch, as well as many snack options to keep your shopping energy up! RSVP required by December 6.

Lunch at the Quaint and Charming Cock & Bull Public HouseDecember 20, 12 - 3pmCost: $5 for transportation; lunch is on your ownWalking: Low amount

Enjoy a relaxing lunch at the Cock & Bull Public House in beautiful, historic Glendale Village. This quaint neighborhood pub is the perfect getaway, with delicious, casual fare in a charming old-world setting. RSVP required by December 13.


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Age Safely in PlaceTo help you or a loved one remain safely at home for as long as possible, we proudly offer CV Solutions. This new, online health information resource is free and available on our website at cedarvillage.org/solutions.

5467 Cedar Village Drive Mason, OH 45040513.754.3100cedarvillage.org

Lecture SeriesWhether you’re fascinated by Cincinnati’s rich history, want driving safety tips, or need nutrition know-how, these lectures led by local experts deliver timely and relevant knowledge.

day time J Member & ASK MemberTUES 10:30 - 11:30pm FREE

Mayerson JCC Senior Center sponsored by:

RummikubCome play with us! Rummikub is a tile-based game that is a combination of rummy and mahjongg. It’s easy to learn and we are happy to teach any potential players!

day time J Member & ASK MemberTUES 12 - 3pm FREE

Active MindsInstructor: Bernice Pollack

This stimulating discussion group focuses on how to remain active as you age.

day time J Member & ASK MemberTUES 1 - 2:30pm FREE

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Yoga for Seniors: Level 2Instructor: Mary Seibert

This class will help with your strength, flexibility, and balance through a variety of supported tri yoga flows. Prerequisites: Participants should be able to move easily from seated to standing positions.

day time J Member & ASK MemberTUES 1:30 - 2:30pm $3/class

Chess & Scrabble ClubCome join in on a rousing game of chess or Scrabble. Don’t know how to play? Don’t worry, we’ll have friends to teach you. All ages are welcome to participate.

day time J Member & ASK MemberTUES & THURS 2 - 6pm FREE

Wii BowlingIf you can’t make it to the real lanes, come have fun with virtual bowling. You’ll get moderate exercise with a group of enthusiastic Wii bowlers. No experience? We’ll teach you the lanes!

day time J Member & ASK MemberWED 10:30 - 11:30am FREE

Tai ChiInstructor: Ralph Dehner, Master Trainer

This ongoing Tai Chi program helps with arthritis, balance, and memory. Learn an ancient Yang style short form. Beginners are always welcome.

day time J Member & ASK MemberWED 10:30 - 11:30am $3/class

Multimedia ArtInstructor: Rita Wasserman

Do you enjoy creating art? Or, do you just want to get started? Bring your own projects and get helpful advice from Rita Wasserman, a retired art teacher and working artist. Bring any art medium you’d like.

day time J Member & ASK MemberTHURS 10am - 12pm $3/class

Issues of the DayInstructor: Ann Pappalardo, MSW, LISW

This dynamic discussion group reviews current news including national, world, and local events.

day time J Member & ASK MemberTHURS 1 - 2:30pm FREE

Yoga for Seniors: Level 1Instructor: Mary Seibert

This popular class will help you gain strength and flexibility with gentle movements, all while moving at your own pace.

day time J Member & ASK MemberTHURS 1:30 - 2:30pm $3/class

Bridge/Mahjongg GroupsBring your group for a Senior Meal Deal at the J Café then enjoy an afternoon of Mahj or Bridge.

day time J Member & ASK MemberMON - THURS 1 - 4pm FREE

Think TankFacilitator: Ann Pappalardo, MSW, LISW

This lively discussion group examines a wide variety of topics of interest.

day time J Member & ASK MemberFRI 10:30 - 11:45am FREE





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TransportationOur transportation services provide independence and access to many of the activities that contribute to a better quality of life. Services include:

• Non-Emergency Medical Appointments• To/From the JCC• Shopping and Pharmacy Trips

Social WorkerOur social worker, Ann Pappalardo, MSW, LISW, helps seniors adjust to the challenges of aging.

ShalomPhoneThis FREE outreach program provides socialization as well as regular safety checks by volunteer callers. We also offer emergency assurance devices at a discounted monthly rate.

DiningThere are many delicious and affordable dining options at the JCC. Choose any combination of up to two meals per day:

• Super Senior Meal Deal at the J Café• Hot Kosher Lunch, Monday - Friday at noon• ToGo Meals

Meals on WheelsMeals on Wheels provides regular nutrition and daily contact with caring volunteers. Services include:

• Meals for the Homebound• Private Kosher Meals on Wheels• Emergency Kosher Meals

Sports Medicine and Physical TherapyCedar Village Rehabilitation Center provides a full range of sports medicine and physical therapy services, open to the public, and on site at the JCC.

Financial AidThe Mayerson JCC offers need-based financial assistance in an effort to make the JCC accessible to everyone. Scholarships are offered for JCC membership, programming, Camp at the J, our after school at the J, and the JCC Early Childhood School program.

Inclusion The JCC provides programs that help accommodate people with disabilities. Schloss Special Needs and Services strives to support and enrich the lives of individuals with special needs and their families.

Many JCC classes and programs, including the JCC Early Childhood School and Camp at the J, are accessible to children with special needs.

Made possible through the generosity of the Milton and Frances Schloss Fund of the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati.

Helpful Services

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VolunteerWhether you want to give back to the community, make new friends, earn community service hours, or enhance your resume, the Mayerson JCC has many volunteer opportunities available year-round. Volunteers are matched with positions that fit their skills and interests.

See opportunities & sign up at MayersonJCC.org

Consider a Gift to the JCC

The JCC is more than just a building. It’s the heartbeat of our community. Every year, our JCC touches more than 50,000 lives. People of all ages, abilities, and beliefs in every community throughout Greater Cincinnati depend on us for reasons big and small. They look to us to connect with others, to support their healthy lifestyle, and for many helpful services. Perhaps most of all, to experience the joy of a welcoming community rooted in Jewish values.

Membership revenue and program fees do not cover all our costs. Donations, grants, and funds cover approximately 38% of our operating budget and your generous donations allow us to continue to connect, enrich, and inspire our members.

Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to help us continue to present free and subsidized programs, and provide more than $650,000 in financial aid annually in an effort to make the JCC accessible to everyone.

TH E J E WI S H FOU N DATION OF CI NC I N NATI C A M PU S AG E NC Y DI R EC TORY

Adoption Connection adoptioncincinnati.org 513.489.1616

Camp Livingston camplivingston.com 513.793.5554

Cedar Village Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy cedarvillage.org 513.754.3100

Jewish Community Relations Council jewishcincinnati.org/jcrc 513.985.1500

Jewish Family Service jfscinti.org 513.469.1188

Jewish Federation of Cincinnati jewishcincinnati.org 513.985.1500

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Mayerson JCC mayersonjcc.org 513.761.7500

Shared Business Services jewishcincinnati.org/ shared-business-services 513.985.1500

C R E ATE YOU R J E WI S H LEG AC YConsider a legacy gift to the JCC. Your impact can continue beyond your lifetime. In 100 years, you can still be changing lives. This could be the most important gift you ever make. Contact Rick Lefton at: 513.761.7500 x1293 or visit The Legacy Flame near the J Café to learn more about how you can join this vitally important initiative!

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PROGRAM GUIDE Fall 2017

Non-Profit Org.U.S. Postage

PAIDCincinnati, OhioPermit No. 3394

8485 Ridge Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Supported by The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati, Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio, and other generous donors.

Under One RoofSukkah Art Exhibit on display: October 8 - 19Step inside our 1,300 square foot sukkah highlighting works of art created by over 40 organizations from around the city. View these large multimedia fabric panels exploring this year’s theme, Beyond Beauty, on display to celebrate the festival of Sukkot.*

Art ReceptionOctober 10, 5pmEnjoy an evening of art, music, and light appetizers in the sukkah. FREE with RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

*Sukkot is the Jewish Harvest Festival and is celebrated by building a sukkah (booth) outdoors and welcoming guests.

PRESENTING SPONSOR: This program is funded

in part by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, and The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati.

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