January-March 2016 MJCC Scene by Memphis Jewish Community Center

Memphis Jewish Community Center

scene

there’s something about this place® Memphis Jewish Community Center 6560 Poplar Ave

Memphis, TN 38138

Jan–Mar 2016 / Tevet–Adar II 5776

(901) 761–0810

jccmemphis.org

a letter from our chairman Dear Members,

Lemsky Endowment Fund at the Memphis Jewish

It has been a rewarding and inspiring fall at the MJCC. Our 2015 Jewish Literary and Cultural Arts

Federation. See details of his events on page 14. The 2016 Morris and Mollye Fogelman Film Festival

Festival is complete, and it was a huge success. The

will kick off on Feb 17 and you can learn more about

Lemsky Endowment Fund at the Memphis Jewish

it on page 13. This is our third year hosting the film

Federation funded a visit from

festival, and it's getting bigger each

our first Israeli in Residence,

time. We can't wait for you to see

Shirel Horovitz, an artist whose

what we have in store this year.

community workshops resulted in

The Me and My Guy Sweetheart

an enlightening art installation in

Dance is back by popular

the Shainberg Gallery in November. As we move into the secular New Year, there will be very

demand for your 4–9-year-old

Gary Makowsky MJCC Chairman of the Board

exciting programs happening at the MJCC. Our third annual Health and Wellness Expo will be on Jan 17. This year’s keynote presenter is Mindy Mylrea, fitness guru and creator of Gliding Discs, Tabata Bootcamp, and more. Mindy will speak about her extensive experience in health and wellness, and we are excited to welcome her as a

girl and her special guy. More information on page 5.

The Camp Carnival on March 6 will start the camp season with a bang. Come sign up for camp, meet new and returning staff, and enjoy a moon bounce, popcorn, and face painting. Be on the lookout for the 2016 camp brochure, reaching your mailboxes in early February.

fitness teacher throughout the Expo, leading some of

Whether you've been with us for years, or

her famous classes. You won't want to miss Mindy or

you just joined, I'm glad you're a member of the

the assortment of vendors and sponsors of this year’s

MJCC. We have a special community, and it's

Expo. You can find more information on page 24.

because of people like you. Please let me know

The next visitor in our Israeli in Residence series will be scholar Abraham Silver. Abraham will be with

if you have any questions or concerns. I can be reached at chairman@jccmemphis.org.

us to explore the Arab-Israeli conflict, Jewish Identity, and more. He will also be visiting local synagogues and organizations for smaller engagements while he is in town. This is the second part in our Israeli in Residence series, made possible by the register online at jccmemphis .org/register

Gary Makowsky

in this issue Contents Early Childhood Center 4 ECC Winter Camp 4 Gymnastics And Cheer 5 Me and My Guy Sweetheart Dance 5 J Club After–School Program 5 Music Lessons 5 Camp 365 6 MJCC Snow Days 6 Camp Carnival 7 Jewish Family Service and Support Groups 8 Adult Services 9 Adult Club Monthly Luncheons 10 Paragon Casino Trips 10 Conversational Spanish 10 Mah Jongg 10 Hadassah Book Club 10 The Jewish Book Council’s Sami Rohr Prize Speaker Series 11 Life Learning Series @ The J 11 Meditation 11 Zentangle 11 Shainberg Art Gallery 12 Morris and Mollye Fogelman International Jewish Film Festival 13 Center For Jewish Living and Learning 14–15 Israeli Scholar in Residence Abraham Silver 14 Jewish Holidays at the J 15 Markell School Of Dance 16–18 FitRanx 19 Personal Training 19 Aquatics 20–21 Developmental Sports 22 All Sports Conditioning 22 Baseball 22 Soccer 22 Tennis 23 Basketball 23 Health and Wellness Expo 24 Birthday Parties 25 MJCC Staff Directory 26 Legacies 27 Tributes Back Cover

MJCC Upcoming Holiday Schedule Holiday

Date

Hours

Thu, Dec 24

5:45am–7:45pm

Fri, Dec 25

8am–3:45pm

New Year's Eve

Thu, Dec 31

Close at 5:45pm

New Year's Day

Fri, Jan 1

Closed

Fri, Apr 22

Close at 5:45pm

Sat, Apr 23

Closed

Sun, Apr 24

Closed

Thu, Apr 28

Close at 5:45pm

Fri, Apr 29

Closed

Sat, Apr 30

Closed

Christmas

Passover

Check jccmemphis.org/hours for updates.

The MJCC is excited to welcome Cindy Shainberg as the new Director of Membership and Marketing! Cindy, a lifelong Memphian, can trace her roots at the MJCC back to her grandfather, Herbert Shainberg, who was one of the "Center's" visionary founders. She shaped her Jewish identity through the MJCC, Temple Israel, summer camp, and BBYO. Cindy has gained a strong background in customer service, project management, fundraising, and marketing from her seven-year tenure at Seedco, the Women’s Foundation of Memphis, and her volunteer work in the Memphis community. She is proud to bring her skills and experience back to the MJCC. Cindy has a master’s in Urban Planning from UCLA and spent several years living and working in Kenya. follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

early childhood center

ecc winter camp There are many different ways that animals prepare for life in the cold and snowy winter weather. Join us as we learn about hibernation, winter foods,

Bricks, Bytes, Bots Our unique curriculum ensures kids are never bored as they experience a wide variety of activities on a rotating basis. Children will work on laptops or tablets and learn computer language, concepts, skills, and keyboarding. In addition, children will complete age-appropriate building, engineering and construction using Duplo, LEGO, and other

where animals live, and much more!

materials. Robotic lessons introduce robotics

There will be science projects, arts and crafts,

vocabulary and age-appropriate programming

games, drama, and songs. Please send a

with hands-on robot building and action!

morning and afternoon snack as well as a

Transition and Pre–K • 3 by 12/31/15

lunch. There will also be a scheduled rest

Wed 3:15–3:45pm | 1/13–3/2 | $130 fee/$104m | 3145

time. Space is limited, so register early!

Wed 3:15–3:45pm | 3/9–4/20 | $114 fee/$91m | 3146 No class 3/23

Pre–K and JK • 3 by 8/15/15 Pre–K, Jr. K: Age 3–6

Wed 2:30–3pm | 1/13–3/2 | $130 fee/$104m | 3143

Must have turned 3 by 8/15/15 and

Wed 2:30–3pm | 3/9–4/20 | $114 fee/$91m | 3144

be fully potty trained. Open to MJCC members only. Children do not have to be enrolled in MJCC’s ECC Program. Please register at the Member Services Desk.

No class 3/23

Toddler Sports Your child will be introduced to basic soccer, basketball, football, and baseball skills as well as fun, interactive games during this stimulating

5–DAY WINTER CAMP | $250m | 3147 Wed 7am–6pm | 12/23 | $56m | 3148 ECC Closed Thu 12/24 and Fri 12/25 Mon 7am–6pm | 12/28 | $56m | 3149 Tue 7am–6pm | 12/29 | $56m | 3150 Wed 7am–6pm | 12/30 | $56m | 3151 Thu 7am–4pm* | 12/31 | $56m | 3152 *ECC closes early on New Year’s Eve!

class. In a group setting, your child will practice gross motor skills such as kicking, catching, and throwing as well as fine motor skills such as grasping and hand-eye coordination. Positive social skills are encouraged by teaching children to wait patiently and take turns.

Toddler and Transition • 2 by 12/31/15 MonWed 3:15–3:45pm | 1/11–2/3 | $79 fee/$63m | 3139 No Class 1/18

MonWed 3:15–3:45pm | 2/8–3/2 | $79 fee/$63m | 3140 No class 2/15

MonWed 3:15–3:45pm | 3/7–3/30 | $90 fee/$72m | 3141 register online at jccmemphis .org/register

MonWed 3:15–3:45pm | 4/4–4/27 | $90 fee/$72m | 3142

youth Gymnastics and Cheer Tumble Jumpers: Pre-K, JK

Introduces students to the basics of gymnastics. Each session will include new games and skills, ensuring that class time is instructional, memorable, engaging, and fun! Mon 3:15–3:45pm | 1/11–5/18 | $405 fee/$367m | 3111

MJCC Stars Cheer Training: Ages 5–12 Whether your child is entering the cheer world for the first time, or already has some cheer experience, they can join us for training in a fun and approachable environment, in preparation for school squad tryouts. Mon 4:15–5:15pm | 1/11–5/16 | $380 fee/$316m | 3112

MJCC Stars Gymnastics Level 1: Ages 5–12 Basic tumbling, flexibility, and the uneven bars. Wed 4–5pm | 1/13–5/18 | $405 fee/$367m | 3114

MJCC Stars Gymnastics Level 2: Ages 5–12 Kids improve on the skills and flexibility learned in Level 1, preparing them for even more fun, and, if they choose, entry into the competitive level. Wed 5–6pm | 1/13–5/18 | $405 fee/$367m | 3115

me and my guy

sweetheart dance sat, jan 9 7-9pm

Join us with your dad, grandfather, uncle, older brother, or designated dad for a fun evening of dancing! gir ls ages 4-9 • in the social hall $ 45/$35 m per couple • reg #3070 party attire

J Club After–School Program

The perfect place for kids to get help with their homework, have free time in our newly renovated game room, participate in staff-led activities, make new friends, and enjoy the chance to run around in a safe environment. A snack is served each day, and staff will escort your child to and from their after-school activities at the MJCC like dance, swim team, or taekwondo. Register for five days a week, just one, or anything in between! Call (901) 761-0810 or register in person at the Member Services Desk in the lobby.

Grades K–6 Mon–Fri 3–6pm • 8/10/2015–5/27/2016 Attendance Yearly Fees** Class # 5 days/week

$2225/$1854m

2926

4 days/week

$1780/$1483m

2927

3 days/week

$1335/$1112m

2928

2 days/week

$890/$742m

2929

1 day/week

$445/$370m

2930

5 w/transport*

$3612/$2892m

2931

4 w/transport*

$2892/$2314m

2932

3 w/transport*

$2169/$1735m

2933

2 w/transport*

$1446/$1156m

2934

1 w/transport*

$723/$587m

2935

*Transport includes Riverdale and Bornblum Jewish Community School only. **Fees may be pro–rated based on enrollment date. All monthly payments are paid the month prior to services. Days of attendance must be selected at the time of registration and remain consistent.

Music Lessons

Derek Brookshire has served for the last two summers as our MJCC Day Camp Music Specialist and has taught music for over 10 years at various schools and academies. His musical background is made up of the Delta traditions that spawned blues, jazz, rock and roll, and soul. He holds a degree in Jazz Guitar Performance from the University of Memphis. Derek is available to teach guitar, piano, banjo, and mandolin. Contact Derek at brookshireartstudio@gmail.com or (901) 604-9414 for questions or to arrange lesson times.

camp 365

CAMP

365

Just what every kid needs: camp during the school year! They’ll go on fun field trips, play awesome camp games, choose their favorite elective activity, swim in the indoor pool, and hang out with friends! Each day, Camp 365ers should bring a lunch, swimsuit, and towel. A daily snack will be provided. Grades K–6.

School's Out!

Come hang out with your friends and do fun activities at Camp 365! We will go on a field trip and swim in our indoor pool! Don't forget to pack a swimsuit, towel and lunch.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Mon, Jan 18 • 7:30am–6pm

District Learning Day Fri, Feb 12 • 7:30am–6pm

Presidents Day Mon, Feb 15 • 7:30am–6pm

PRE– PAY BY 1/11 AND SAVE $10

PRE– PAY BY 2/5 AND SAVE $10

$75 fee/$65m | 3061

$75 fee/$65m | 3062

$75 fee/$65m | 3063

Winter Break

MJCC Snow Days

Dec 21–Jan 4

PRE– PAY BY 12/11 AND SAVE $50 ON THE WHOLE BREAK!

School’s canceled and you still have to go to work? No problem! As long as the JCC is open, we will be offering Camp 365 Snow Days! Kids can come have fun at the JCC on their day off. We'll go swimming, play games, create arts & crafts and more! Call (901) 761–0810 for up–to–date information.

Dec 21–Jan 4 | $500/$450m | 3002

$65 fee/$55m • Min 5 kids, max 30.

Field Trips will be on Tue 12/22, Thu 12/24, Tue 12/29, and Thu 12/31.

Mar 21–25 | $350/$300m | 3064

Thu 7:30am–4pm | 12/24 | $75 fee/$65m | 3006 No camp on Fri, 12/25

PRE– PAY BY 3/14 AND SAVE $10 ON EACH DAY!

Mon 7:30am–6pm | 12/28 | $75 fee/$65m | 3007

Mon 7:30am–6pm | 3/21 | $75 fee/$65m | 3065

Tue 7:30am–6pm | 12/29 | $75 fee/$65m | 3008

Tue 7:30am–6pm | 3/22 | $75 fee/$65m | 3066

Wed 7:30am–6pm | 12/30 | $75 fee/$65m | 3009

Wed 7:30am–6pm | 3/23 | $75 fee/$65m | 3067

Thu 7:30am–4pm | 12/31 | $75 fee/$65m | 3010

Thu 7:30am–6pm | 3/24 | $75 fee/$65m | 3068

Mon 7:30am–6pm | 1/4 | $75 fee/$65m | 3011

Fri 7:30am–6pm | 3/25 | $75 fee/$65m | 3069

Spring Break Mar 21–25 PRE– PAY BY 3/14 AND SAVE $50 WHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR A FULL WEEK!

R E M M S U

6 1 0 2 p m a C

CAMP CARNIVAL SUN, MAR 6 FROM 1–3PM FREE AND OPEN TO ALL! New and returning camp families are invited to see what’s in store for MJCC Day Camp 2016! Enjoy the moon bounce, carnival games and prizes, face painting and popcorn! Camp staff will be on hand to answer any questions! 7

jewish family service Special Needs Program

Children of Divorce

Lunch-and-learn on the third Thursday of each month for adults with special needs. Bring a brown bag lunch and enjoy a different program each month followed by a time for socializing. JFS provides beverages. Contact Bill Monroe, Special Needs Coordinator, at (901) 259-9242 or BMonroe@jccmemphis.org.

A state-mandated co-parenting class for couples who are getting divorced and have minor children. Classes meet from 5-9pm on the second, third, and fourth Wednesdays of each month at the JCC. Cost is $50 cash, and reservations are required. For more information, contact Gayle Resneck at (901) 259-9219 or GResneck@jccmemphis.org.

Cake, Coffee, and Conversation A program for Holocaust survivors, followed by a time to socialize. Meetings are on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30– 11:30am at JFS. Contact Rashki Osina at (901) 259-9216 or ROsina@jccmemphis.org.

Shalom Shuttle A transportation service for people age 60+ and for people under 60 with disabilities. Cost is $4 per one-way trip to locations within Shelby County. For more information, or to schedule a ride, contact JFS at (901) 767-8511.

Aging Well

SUPPORT GROUPS

A time for seniors to share with each other about the challenges and opportunities associated with getting older. Meetings are at 10:30–11:30am on the third Thursdays of each month at JCC. Contact Janet Watson at (901) 259-9234 or JWatson@jccmemphis.org or Jennifer Roberts at (901) 259-9220 or JRoberts@jccmemphis.org.

Apply for our Scholarship Fund JFS will be accepting applications for the Nate and Minnie Bernstein Scholarship Fund during the open enrollment period of January 1 through March 31, 2016. Applicants must be Jewish and reside in the Memphis metro area. Funds are for educational expenses. For more information, or to receive an application packet, contact Janet Watson at (901) 259-9234 or JWatson@jccmemphis.org.

Volunteering JFS is always on the lookout for volunteers in the following programs: Bikkur Chaverim (friendly visitors), Handyman/Chore helpers, Staying in Touch telephone assurance, and assisting in the office. If you are interested in volunteering with JFS, contact Janet Light, Intake and Referral and Volunteer Coordinator, at (901) 259–9211 or JLight@jccmemphis.org.

Activity

Day

Time

Parents of Children with Muscular Dystrophy

1st Tuesdays

6–7pm

Crohn's Disease and Colitis

1st Tuesdays

7–8pm

Caregivers of Seniors

2nd Tuesdays

6–7pm

Grief Support

3rd Tuesdays

6–7pm

Caregivers of Adults and Children with Special Needs

4th Tuesdays

2–3pm

Addiction Recovery Support for Family and Friends

4th Tuesdays

6–7pm

Children of Divorce

2nd, 3rd, & 4th Wednesdays

5–9pm

Volunteer Orientation

3rd Wednesdays

5:30–7pm

For more info on our support groups or programming, contact LaWanda Johnson, JFS Administrative Assistant, at (901) 767–8511, or visit jccmemphis.org/JFS.

adult services MIFA Scheidt–Hohenberg Hot Meal Program Provided by the Memphis Jewish Federation

Lunch is served at 11:30am Mon–Fri and programs will begin at 12:15pm on Tue and Thu. Meal reservations: Call (901) 761–0810 by the preceding morning before noon or sign up on the list at the Member Services Desk. Reservations for lunch on Mondays must be made BEFORE noon on preceding Friday. No names will be added after 12 noon. Minimum age for folks to eat at the MIFA Scheidt–Hohenberg Hot Meal Program is 60. Roundtrip bus fare to and from the MJCC lunch bunch is $2 and is available on Tue, Wed, and Thu. Please contact Jennifer Roberts at (901) 259–9220 for details.

Thursdays

Tuesdays 1/5 … Speaker: Cathy Faust, UT Extension Services Topic: Living to be 100

1/7 … Speaker: Rabbi Brett Oxman Topic: Chaplain stories

1/12 … Speaker: Spencer Monaco Topic: Aging and your vehicle

1/14 … Speaker: Carrol Smith, Legal Shield Topic: Identity Theft in Seniors

1/19 … BINGO! 25¢/card

1/21 … Trip to Stein Mart and Fresh Market.

1/26 … Tour of Memphis with Memphis Historian Jimmy Ogle.

1/28 … Speaker: Israeli Scholar in Residence Abraham Silver Topic: Zionism

2/2 … Trip to Dixon Art Gallery's Pay What You Can Day for Thomas Cole's Voyage Exhibit 2/9 … Speaker: Cathy Faust, UT Extension Services Topic: Who Gets Grandma's Pie Plate? 2/16 … Trip to Yogurt Mountain

2/11 … Hands in Praise Handbell Choir 2/18 … BINGO! 25¢/card

2/23 … Trip to Bass Pro 3/1 … Trip to Pink Palace CTI 3D Giant Theater for 1pm show. $7 admission fee. 3/8 … BINGO! 25¢/card

2/4 … Speaker: Sherwood Platt, Brooks Art Gallery Topic: Wonder, Whimsy, Wild: Folk Art in America

2/25 … Trip to Margolin Hebrew Academy to make challah with students 3/3 … Guest Pianist Prativa "Dolly" Mohanty 3/10 … Movie TBA

3/15 … Bus Tour through Shelby Farms. $3.

3/17 … Trip to BJCS to celebrate Purim

3/22 … Trip to Cotton Museum. $6.

3/24 … Trip to Baskin Robbins

3/29 … Trip to Dollar Tree

3/31 … Trip to Oak Court Mall

Sunday Fun Day!

Meet us there, or grab a ride for $2. Questions? Contact Jennifer at (901) 259–9220 1/24 ... Trip to Gibson Guitar Factory and Sun Studio $22 admission fees. 2/7 ...

Trip to Germantown Community Theatre to see Love Letters. 2:30pm showtime. $15. Please prepay at MJCC front desk.

3/20 ... Trip to Memphis Jewish Home to Home is Where the Art Is Exhibit and Fundraiser. follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

adult services Adult Club Monthly Luncheons 12:00pm in the Belz Social Hall

$5 per lunch reservation. Reservations required by Wed before the luncheon date. If you are not called by the Telephone Committee, if you need to make reservations, or if you need to cancel, call the MJCC at (901) 761–0810. Musical entertainment provided by Creative Aging.

Conversational Spanish Ages 18+

Learn conversational Spanish with 34-year veteran Spanish teacher Barbara Mansberg.

Beginner

MonWed 1:30–2:30pm | 1/11–3/2 | $105 fee/$85m | 3137

Intermediate

MonWed2:30–3:30pm|1/11–3/2|$105fee/$85m|3138

Wed 1/27 Gary Hardy, vocals

Mah Jongg Class for Beginners

Wed 2/24 Sturges Daily Band, 50s–80s music

Want to learn to play Mah Jongg? Come join other beginners and learn this popular game. Mah Jongg card included in class fee. Tue 6:30–8pm | 1/5–2/9 | $60 fee/$50m | 3204

Wed 3/30 Gary Abbott, vocals

Hadassah Book Club

Join us and read novels selected by club members. The group meets the second Tue of each month. Tue 1:30–2:30pm | 9/14/2015–8/9/2016 | $12 fee/$8m | 2950

Tue 1/12 The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion

Paragon Casino Trips Sponsored by MJCC & Paragon National Bank

Reservations must be made and paid in full by the Wednesday prior to the trip you are taking.

No trip in January

Wed 2/17: Resorts

Wed 3/16: Fitzgeralds

Tue 2/9 Every Fifteen Minutes by Lisa Scottoline

Leave MJCC at 9am • Return to MJCC at 4pm $20 includes round–trip transportation, $5 slot play, and buffet lunch.

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE!

Pick up your reservation form at the Member Services Desk, complete, and mail with $20 check payable to: Paragon National Bank, Attn: Rita Fiduccia, 6300 Poplar Avenue, Suite 117 Memphis, TN 38119

Tue 3/8 Orphan #8 by Kim Van Alkemade

cultural arts A SPECIAL LITERARY EVENT The Jewish Book Council’s Sami Rohr Prize Speaker Series

The Jewish Experience: Our Jewish Identity Wed, Mar 2 at 7:30 PM $13 fee/$10m The JBC Sami Rohr Prize Speakers Series is an opportunity for Jewish communities throughout the globe to become familiar with emerging Jewish authors and their stories of the vast Jewish experience. PANEL DISCUSSION WITH Jonathan D. Sarna Moderator Author of Lincoln and the Jews: A History and When General Grant Expelled the Jews. Leading commentator on American Jewish history, religion,and life. Ayelet Tsabari 2015 Sami Rohr Prize Winner Author of The Best Place on Earth: Stories Boris Fishman

With the intention of being a neighborhood spiritual center, the MJCC’s Campus for Holistic Learning connects participants to experiential learning, meditation, lecture series, film festivals, book festivals, classes, and so much more.

Life Learning Series @ the J The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Ages 18+

Join Paige Scheinberg for this 10-week series as she guides you through Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way, the seminal book on the creative self and overcoming the blocks and tendencies that keep us from living our most inspired life. Wed 12–1:30pm | 2/17–4/20 | $125 fee/$100 | 3155

Healing Meditation with Daniel Lamontagne Ages 18+

Deepen your meditation and connect with your inner self through the divine energies of the heart. You will also explore the practical usage of these energies in healing yourself and others. Mon 7–8:30pm | 1/18–3/7 | $165 fee/$155m | 3154

Mindful Meditation Circle Wednesdays at 7pm

Silent meditation quiets the mind, relaxes the body, and helps develop mindfulness. Many find that meditation eases the pressures and stress of daily life. Individuals with varying levels of experience and from diverse meditation practices are welcome. Call Nancy Shapiro at (901) 484–1982 for more info.

2015 Sami Rohr Prize Finalist

Zentangle Workshops

Author of A Replacement Life

Explore this fun, easy-to-learn, relaxing art form with Paige Scheinberg, Certified Zentangle Teacher.

Ages 18+

Intro to Zentangle

Sun 2–4pm | 2/21 | $45 fee/$35m | 3156

Intro to Zentangle/Black Tiles

Sun 2–4pm | 3/20 | $45 fee/$35m | 3157

Zentangle-Inspired Mandalas

Sun 2–4pm | 4/10 | $45 fee/$35m | 3158

Private Zentangle Lessons This is the pilot project for the Sami Rohr Prize Speaker Series.

$60/hr for the community or $50/hr for MJCC members. For more information and to schedule your class, email paige@SHINEONConsulting.com. follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

shainberg art gallery Jin and John Powell Dec 8–Jan 22

A trained figurative artist, Jin Powell's work integrates transitional techniques with boundless modern thought in a mixed–media format. Each work projects the true feminine experience with elegance, a beauty that seems illusory, a surreal emotion. Each work is imbued with a sense of movement, capturing the heart with a smile. As a sculptor, John Powell's art is a mirror of his thoughts – a reflection and outward manifestation of my physical and psychological journey. "Whether I'm working with wood, metals, or stone, and regardless of the nature of the experience , I end with something of beauty that captures a part of my being – my unpredictable life."

Tennessee Craft-Southwest Opening Reception Feb 7 from 1–3pm In the Gallery Feb 7–28

Tennessee Craft-Southwest (formerly known as MACA, Memphis Association of Craft Artists) is a chapter of Tennessee Craft, a Statewide organization to promote fine craft and support craft artists in Tennessee. Participating artists collaborate with a fellow artist who works in a different media and together they submit a piece for the show. In addition to the collaborative piece, each artist may submit work of their own.

Memphis/Germantown Art League Star Artist Opening Reception Mar 3 from 5:30–7:30pm In the Gallery Mar 3–31

A nonprofit organization of visual artists whose purpose is to aid its member artists in their professional growth and in the development of their artistic skills by providing exhibitions, workshops, demonstrations, and other continuing education opportunities. In addition, the League works to enrich the community by presenting original fine art in public exhibits, participating in other community art activities and supporting art education in the schools. Organized on August 16, 1976, as the Germantown Art League, the group was chartered on June 22, 1977, as a nonprofit Tennessee corporation. In May 1988, the organization’s name was changed to Memphis/Germantown Art League in recognition of the wider geographical distribution of its members. Today the organization includes substantial membership from locations throughout the mid-south area and surrounding states. The League depends on all its members as volunteers to serve on its Board of Directors and committees and to assist in the work of the organization. register online at jccmemphis .org/register

THE MORRIS AND MOLLYE

FOGELMAN

International

JEWISH Film Festival

Feb 17–28, 2016 ZEMENE

DOUGH

DELI MAN

THE LAST MENTSCH

APPLES FROM THE DESERT

NICKY’S FAMILY

THE OUTRAGEOUS SOPHIE TUCKER AND MORE! Dough

COMEDY An old Jewish baker struggles to keep his business afloat until his young Muslim apprentice accidentally drops cannabis in the dough and sends sales sky high.

Zemene

DOCUMENTARY Living in a remote Ethiopian village with a rare curvature of the spine, a young girl named Zemene struggles in the face of enormous odds.

Deli Man

DOCUMENTARY The story of the American deli is the story of Jews – their immigration, migration, upward mobility, and western assimilation.

Nicky's Family

DOCUDRAMA The story of Nicholas Winton, an Englishman who organized the rescue of 669 Czech and Slovak children just before the outbreak of World War II.

The Last Mentsch

DRAMA Marcus Schwarz has denied his Jewish heritage ever since surviving the horrors of Auschwitz. But when Marcus decides he wants to be buried in a Jewish cemetery, he is forced to return to his childhood Hungarian village to prove his identity.

Apples from the Desert

DRAMA A single daughter born into an Orthodox Jewish family is tired of the lifestyle that her father has forced upon her. She and her mother go on a life-changing journey between worlds.

The Outrageous Sophie Tucker

DOCUMENTARY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH INDIE MEMPHIS Before Mae West, Marilyn Monroe, Bette Midler, Madonna and Lady Gaga, Tucker was the first woman to infatuate her audiences with a bold, bawdy, and brassy style unlike any other previous performer.

Updates and info at jccmemphis.org/film

center for jewish living and learning Israeli Scholar in Residence Abraham Silver Thanks to the generosity of the Lemsky Endowment Fund at the Memphis Jewish Federation, the MJCC will be hosting Israeli Scholar in Residence, Abraham Silver, and will offer his programs to the community at no charge. After receiving a B.A. in History and Philosophy from SUNY Binghamton, Abraham moved to Kibbutz Ketura, a socialist pioneering settlement in Israel’s Negev desert, where he spent nineteen years as a date farmer. Abraham received his army training as a Paratrooper and he was a reservist in the IDF. He is a licensed tour guide and senior Jewish/Israel educator. He has devoted the last twenty–four years to creating and implementing innovative informal Jewish and Israel education. In his role as educator, he has helped people of all ages and backgrounds understand their connection to the land of Israel and the Jewish people. He is currently Educational Director of Israel Interactive, providing educators with inventive, attractive, DVD– and Internet–based instructional programs for Israel education. He is co–author of the books Living the Dream: Israel at 50 and Israel at 60: People, Places and History, a three–volume set of DVDs. Abraham and his wife Elissa live in Tel Aviv with their two eight–year–old daughters, Shiri and Libi. While he's here, Abraham will be leading various events for the Memphis Jewish community. Keep reading for information about the main ones that will be held at the MJCC.

Reserve your seats to these events at jccmemphis.org/scholar

The Arab-Israeli Conflict: A Historical Perspective Wed, Jan 27 at 7pm We will discuss one of the most difficult problems on the world stage. Instead of disappearing as other international events wax and wane, the conflict seems to morph and mold itself according to each new global issue. We will gain a deeper perspective into the generations-long conflict, try to understand how the people involved have felt, and challenge ourselves on ways to move forward.

J-Ed Series with Israeli Scholar in Residence State vs Country: What does it mean that Israel is a Jewish state? Tue, Feb 2 at 7pm On May 14th, 1948 in a small hall in the Tel Aviv Art Museum, David Ben Gurion created something that had not existed in almost two thousand years, an independent Jewish Commonwealth. Yet, as he read the Declaration of Independence, he did not declare “the State of Israel” but instead declared “a Jewish State in the Land of Israel.” We will explore the issues surrounding this event. What is the difference between the two? How did it determine the makeup of Israeli Democracy? How is it relevant today?

Nosh and Learn Breakfast with Abraham Silver: The Fight for Al Aksa Mosque Thu, Feb 4 at 7:30am Last chance to come learn with Abraham Silver and enjoy a bagel with schmear. Young Palestinians are willing to attack Israelis in the streets even though there is a good chance they will be killed. We will explore what is going on in Israel today. How did we get to this point? What is the feeling on the Palestinian street? What is the feeling on the Israeli street? What are the narratives given by both sides, including Abbas' incitement and Netanyahu's remarks about the Mufti. How can we move forward from these events? Is education towards tolerance and acceptance possible? We will explore all these concepts in a discussion/forum.

center for jewish living and learning Jewish Values at the J

in which both the indescribable highs of romantic

Tue, Jan 12 at 7:30pm Free and open to the community

love and the more mundane commitments of

The Center for Jewish Living and Learning is

ceremonial celebration. Join us again in the fall for

incorporating Jewish values into the MJCC's

another class focusing on a different type of love.

programs and departments. Our first Jewish

Tue 7–8:30pm | 3/29–4/19 | $50 fee/$40m | 3203

value is Kindness—in Hebrew, Chesed or ‫חסד‬. Join us for our first Jewish Values event: a panel discussion with local Rabbis to learn more about how to incorporate Chesed into your daily life.

Israel Nature Picture Exchange Deadline to submit: Wed, Jan 20 Submit Memphis nature photos for a chance to win Memphis Grizzlies tickets! Our sister community in Israel, the Yoav Region, will send us nature pictures from their area and other places in Israel. We will send them nature pictures of Memphis and other places in the United States. Please email Heather your pictures at hkufert@jccmemphis.org along with a short caption of each location. Each person who submits photos will be entered into a drawing to win 2 terrace-level tickets to a Memphis Grizzlies game! We will put the pictures we receive from the Yoav region on our Facebook page, and they'll be on display at the MJCC from Sun, Jan 24 through Sun, Jan 31.

Spring into Jewish Learning A Jewish Lens on Romantic Love Ages 18 + A four-week course exploring the Jewish perspective on romantic love, taught by Director of Jewish Innovation & Engagement, Heather Kufert. Romantic love is made up of so many different emotions. In this class, we explore how participants look at and consider romantic love through cartoons and visual arts. We will then turn to the Jewish wedding ceremony itself to understand the ways

sustained, enduring love are present in this Jewish

Celebrate Holidays at the J Tu B'shevat Plant Parsley in the Lobby Mon, Jan 25 Come plant parsley in the lobby that can be used at your own Passover seder.

Purim Eat Hamantaschen at the MJCC Thu, Mar 23 Enjoy a nosh of hamentaschen in honor of Purim and check out our fun, decorated lobby!

Passover A New Approach to Passover: Cooking A New Approach to and BakingCooking with Passover: Paula Shoyer and Baking with Mon, 11 PaulaApr Shoyer Mon,Shoyer Apr 11will teach Paula Paula Shoyer will teach you about Passover you Passover foodabout and desserts food andmodern, dessertseasy, that are that are modern, easy, healthy, and so good healthy, and so good you'd eat them all year you'd eat them all year long. Paula Shoyer will long. Paula Shoyer will demonstrate how to demonstrate how to make make a a dessert dessert from from her her cookbook cookbook The The New New Passover Menu and Passover Menu and you'll get to taste it! Mon 7–8:30pm | 4/11 | $15 fee/$12m | 3202

markell school of dance Movers & Shakers

Modern

Joyful and fun creative movement class! Sometimes students are animals, clouds, or snowflakes! Above all, they are encouraged to be their own dancing selves. Must be potty trained. Mon 3:30–4:15pm | 1/11–5/9 | $375 fee/$300m | 3116

Dancers will be exposed to a wide variety of advanced movement exercises combining contemporary, lyrical, ballet, jazz, and creative movement with an emphasis on personal expression and creativity. Modern dance styles include both specific techniques and experimentation, so previous dance training is recommended. Mon 6:30–7:30pm | 1/11–5/15 | $306 fee/$245m | 3129

Ages 2 ½–3 • Older Toddler and Transition

Discovery Dance Ages 3–5 • Pre-K & JK

A creative movement class with high energy and excitement! Dancers will stay active to upbeat music while using their imaginations during a variety of fun dance games and movement activities. Wed 3:30–4:15pm | 1/13–5/11 | $375 fee/$300m | 3117

Tap

Children learn tap by combining imagination and creativity along with basic fundamentals and traveling across floor. Tap is a great way for dancers to develop confidence in their movement as it relates to musicality and coordination.

Level I: Ages 3–5 • Pre-K & JK

Tue 3:30–4:15pm | 1/12–5/15 | $306 fee/$245m | 3118

Level II: Ages 6–9 • K–2

Tue 4:30–5:30pm | 1/12–5/15 | $306 fee/$245m | 3123

Dance Fusion

Does your child dance around the house and make up their own movements to favorite songs? This class is for them. This class will combine contemporary music and the best of many styles of dance.

Level I: Ages 3–5 • Pre–K & JK

Thu 3:30–4:15pm | 1/14–5/15 | $306 fee/$245m | 3119

Level II: Ages 6–9 • K–2

Mon 4:30–5:30pm | 1/11–5/15 | $306 fee/$245m | 3125

Level III: Ages 9–13 • Grades 3–6

Mon 5:30–6:30pm | 1/11–5/15 | $306 fee/$245m | 3128

Hip Hop

Dancers will study a variety of core movements which they will combine in a structured improvisational setting and develop their own style of movement.

Level I: Ages 5–7 • Grades K–1

Ages 10–18 • Grades 5–12

Ballet II

Ages 5–7 • Grades K–1 A traditional ballet class, gently incorporating discipline with a class structure of warm-ups and very basic barre and center work. Sun 9:15–10:15am | 1/10–5/15 | $375 fee/$300m | 3120 Wed 4:30–5:30pm | 1/13–5/15 | $375 fee/$300m | 3124

Ballet III

Introduces the structure of the beginning ballet class, but more is expected from the students as their attention span and physical strength develop. This A class level is intended for dancers that recently graduated from Ballet II last year. Students at this level can begin to understand and learn more about turn-out and correct body placement. The length and difficulty of barre work will increase throughout the semester, and center work will become more complicated. There are two levels of Ballet III: "A" is for dancers who just graduated from Ballet II in Spring 2015, and "B" is for those who took a semester of Ballet III in SPring 2015.

Ballet III-A: Ages 6–8 • Grades 1–2

For dancers who graduated from Ballet II last semester.

Sun 10:30–11:30am | 1/10–5/15 | $475 fee/$380m | 3126

Ballet III-B: Ages 6–8 • Grades 1–2

For dancers who took Ballet III last semester.

Wed 5:30–6:30pm | 1/13–5/11 | $475 fee/$380m | 3130

Ballet IV

Ages 8–13 • Grades 3–6

More challenging barre and more complicated center. Students will start to learn adagio and pirouettes Level II: Ages 7–10 • Grades 2–4 on barre, croise-efface and balance on center, small Mon 4:30–5:30pm | 1/11–5/15 | $306 fee/$245m | 3122 and medium adagio, and more. Previous training is Level III: Ages 10–18 • Grades 5–12 required. New students: please call for placement. Sun 2–3pm | 1/10–5/15 | $306 fee/$245m | 3127 Thu 5:15–6:30pm | 1/14–5/15 | $695 fee/$555m | 3131 register online at jccmemphis .org/register see page 18 for recital fee information Thu 4:30–5:15pm | 1/14–5/15 | $306 fee/$245m | 3121

markell school of dance Ballet V

Ballet VI

Ages 10–18 • Grades 5–12 Intermediate Ballet level with more challenging barre and center work. Dancers interested in advancing to dancing on pointe are highly encouraged to take Pointe Prep class in conjunction with this class. Previous training required. New students: please call for placement. Thu 6:30–8:30pm | 1/14–5/15 | $725 fee/$580m | 3133

Pointe Prep

Ages 10–18 • Grades 5–12 Taken in conjunction with Ballet V & VI. Specific strength and conditioning exercises and barre work are completed each class to develop the ability to go onto pointe. Dancers will only advance to pointe after an evaluation by the instructor and a consultation between the dancer, dancer's parents, the instructor, and the dance school director. Previous training required. New students: please call for placement. This is a conditioning class only. Dancers will not perform a recital piece for this class, so they will not owe a recital fee for this class. Instead, there will be an end-of-year presentation in the dance studio for parents to attend.

9:15 10:30

Ballet III-A 10:30–11:30am

2pm

Hip Hop III 2–3pm

7:30pm 6:30pm 5:30pm 4:30pm

3:30pm

Ballet II 9:15–10:15am

Advanced ballet level with appropriately complicated barre, center, and pointe work. Ballet VI dancers may choose, at no additional fee, to participate in either Hip Hop III (Sun 2–3pm) or Modern (Mon 6:30–7:30pm). Previous training required. New students: please call for placement. Ballet VI dancers pay recital fees for the Ballet VI piece and any Hip Hop or Modern pieces. Ballet VI students will also participate in the Pointe Prep end-of-year presentation.

Ballet VI Schedule Pointe Prep Tue 5:30–6:45pm Extended Centre Work Tue 6:45–8:15pm Ballet Thu 6:30–8:30pm • Tue 5:30–8:15 • Thu 6:30–8:30 OPTIONAL: Hip Hop III or Modern See Ballet VI course description for details.

Tue 5:30–6:45pm | 1/12–5/15 | $269 fee/$215m | 3132

Sun

Ages 13–18 • Grades 9–12

Above Days/Times | 1/12–5/15 | $1,125 fee/$900m | 3134

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Movers & Shakers 3:30–4:15pm

Tap I 3:30–4:15pm

Discovery Dance 3:30–4:15pm

Dance Fusion I 3:30–4:15pm

Tap II 4:30–5:30pm

Ballet II 4:30–5:30pm

Hip Hop I 4:30–5:15pm

Ballet III-B 5:30–6:30pm

Ballet IV 5:15–6:30pm

Hip Hop II 4:30–5:30pm

Dance Fusion II 4:30–5:30pm

Dance Fusion III 5:30–6:30pm Modern 6:30–7:30pm

see page 18 for recital fee information

Pointe Prep 5:30–6:45pm Ballet VI 6:45–8:15pm

Ballet V & VI 6:30–8:30pm

markell school of dance Important Dates and Information Sun, Jan 10 Semester Begins Mon, Jan 18 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - No Classes Sun, Feb 21–Sat , Feb 27 Parent Observation Week Mon, Mar 21–Sun Mar 27 Spring Break - No Classes Passover - No Classes on Sun Apr 24, Thu Apr 28, or Sat Apr 30 Fri, Apr 22–Sat, Apr 24 ECC Spring Break - Classes Cancelled for the following: Movers & Shakers: Mon Apr 25 Tap: Tue Apr 26 Discovery Dance: Tue Apr 27 Mon, May 9

3:30pm Parent Observation: Movers & Shakers

Tue, May 10

5:30pm Parent Observation: Pointe Prep

Wed, May 11

3:30pm Parent Observation: Discovery Dance Time TBA Dress Rehearsal: Lower School

Thu, May 12 Time TBA Dress Rehearsal: Upper School Sun, May 15

2:30pm Recital: Lower School 4:30pm Recital: Upper School

Lower School Ballet II • Ballet III-A • Tap I • Tap II Dance Fusion I • Dance Fusion II • Hip Hop I

Upper School Hip Hop II • Hip Hop III • Ballet III-B • Ballet IV Ballet V • Ballet VI • Modern • Dance Fusion III

Recital Fee All dancers (except Movers & Shakers, Discovery Dance, and Pointe Prep) will owe a recital production and costume fee for the Markell School of Dance Recital. This fee is due by Mon, Feb 1. Failure to submit payment may result in a dancer's inability to participate in the recital. The recital date is Sun, May 15 in the Belz Theater. A fee will be owed for each class a dancer is registered for. Recital Fee | Due Mon 2/1 | $50 | 3136

More information about School Policies, Faculty, Dress Requirements, and more, can be found at jccmemphis.org. Enrollment in the School of Dance is on a semester/session basis. Tuition is payable at the time of registration and must be paid prior to attending classes. Registration is always open. In order to register late, a meeting must be arranged with the Director of the School of Dance, Jenni Nettleton, to discuss possible tuition adjustments and appropriate class placement. There are NO REFUNDS after the semester has begun. Questions? Contact Jenni Nettleton, Director of the Markell School of Dance, at dance@jccmemphis.org or (901) 259-9215. register online at jccmemphis .org/register

wellness

Through specific research–based curriculum, challengers will engage in new exercises each session that help them learn to enjoy fitness, test their limits, and “level up!” Each participant is allowed to test to level up after 12 workouts, and is invited to continue in classes for free after testing to the black band level. Also, parents can join their young challengers for our Sunday workouts, helping further the commitment to setting healthy lifelong fitness goals.

Grades 2–4

Grades 5–6

Sun 2–2:30pm • Tue 5–5:30pm • Thu 5–5:30pm

Sun 2:30–3pm • Tue 5:30–6pm • Thu 5:30–6pm

1/10–1/31 | $75 fee/$40m | 3105 2/2–2/28 | $75 fee/$50m | 3106 3/1–3/31 | $75 fee/$50m | 3107

1/10–1/31 | $75 fee/$40m | 3108 2/2–2/28 | $75 fee/$50m | 3109 3/1–3/31 | $75 fee/$50m | 3110

Personal Training

Tired of going it alone without results? Contact Fitness Manager Mandy Kelley at mkelley@jccmemphis.org to be set up with a Personal Trainer. First–time buyers get 3 one-hour sessions for just $99!

Wellness Staff Spotlight: Mandy Kelley, Fitness Manager I started my journey at the MJCC over three years ago as I began my internship for a B.S. in Exercise and Sport Science, which I recently completed at the University of Memphis. Conquering my own fitness issues has helped me to understand my own clients' struggles. My passion for fitness and helping our members has grown stronger throughout the years I have worked at the MJCC. I currently teach several classes at the center and have even acquired

some new nicknames like “No Mercy Mandy!” Classes I currently teach at the J range from Spin and Tabata to an assortment of HIIT classes. You may also find me teaching your children in our FitRanX classes. My hope is that the kids will learn to love exercise and will also learn the correct posture to execute the exercises. It has been a dream come true for me to foster my passion for fitness at the Memphis Jewish Community Center. I absolutely love what I do and love the feeling of helping people become healthier and develop better habits as a lifestyle. No matter what your fitness goals are, I can help you reach them. My door is always open, and I would love the opportunity to meet and talk with you. follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

aquatics Private and Semi–Private Swim Lessons

Intermediate Swim

Private

Swim farther and learn dives and other strokes.

Package of 4 Half–hour Lessons: $140 fee/$100m

MonWed 2:15–2:45pm | 1/11–3/2 | $200 fee/$160m | 3171

Semi–Private

MonWed 3:15–3:45pm | 1/11–3/2 | $200 fee/$160m | 3172

Package of 4 Half–hour Lessons: $210 fee/$150m

Blue Dolphin Swim Team Groups and times designed to ensure specialized and focused attention on training for all! There are swim meets throughout the year, where they can use their improved strokes such as Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and

Level III Clown Fish: Ages 4+

Freestyle, with racing dives and flip turns.

MonWed 3:15–3:45pm| 3/7–4/20 | $175 fee/$140m | 3178

Blue Dolphin I: Ages 4–8

MonWed 5:30–6pm| 3/7–4/20 | $175 fee/$140m | 3179

Mon–Thu 4:30–5:15pm | 1/4–4/14 | $300 fee/$225m | 3199

TueThu 2:15–2:45pm| 3/8–4/21 | $175 fee/$140m | 3180

Blue Dolphin II: Ages 9–16

TueThu 4–4:30pm | 3/8–4/21 | $175 fee/$140m | 3181

Mon–Thu 5:15–6:15pm | 1/4–4/14 | $300 fee/$225m | 3200

TueThu 4:45–5:15pm | 3/8–4/21 | $175 fee/$140m | 3182

Beginning Swim Level I Guppy/Level II Goldfish: Ages 3+ Swimmers learn to float and swim on their own for about 10ft under instructor supervision. MonWed 2:15–2:45pm | 1/11–3/2 | $200 fee/$160m | 3159 MonWed 4–4:30pm | 1/11–3/2 | $200 fee/$160m | 3160

Advanced Swim Level IV Sting Ray/Level V Shark: Ages 4+ Swim farther and learn racing dives and competitive strokes in preparation for joining the swim team. MonWed 3:15–3:45pm | 1/11–3/2 | $200 fee/ $160m | 3183

TueThu 2:15–2:45pm | 1/12–3/3 | $200 fee/$160m | 3161

MonWed 3:15–3:45pm | 3/7–4/20 | $175 fee/ $140m | 3184

TueThu 3:15–3:45pm | 1/12–3/3 | $200 fee/$160m | 3162 TueThu 5:30–6pm | 1/12–3/3 | $200 fee/$160m | 3163

Triathlete/Masters Swim Training: Ages 15+

TueThu 6:15–6:45pm | 1/12–3/3 | $200 fee/$160m | 3164

Full Year

MonWed 2:15–2:45pm | 3/7–4/20 | $175 fee/$140m | 3165

MonWedFri5:45–6:45am|1/4–12/30|$280fee/$150m|3190

MonWed 4–4:30pm | 3/7–4/20 | $175 fee/$140m | 3166

Single Months

TueThu 2:15–2:45pm | 3/8–4/21 | $175 fee/$140m | 3167

MonWedFri 5:45–6:45 am | 1/4–1/29 | $30 fee/$15m | 3191

TueThu 3:15–3:45pm | 3/8–4/21 | $175 fee/$140m | 3168

MonWedFri 5:45–6:45 am | 2/1–2/29 | $30 fee/$15m | 3192

TueThu 5:30–6pm | 3/8–4/21 | $175 fee/$140m | 3169

MonWedFri 5:45–6:45 am | 3/2–3/30 | $30 fee/$15m | 3193

TueThu 6:15–6:45pm | 3/8–4/21 | $175 fee/$140m | 3170

MonWedFri 5:45–6:45 am | 4/1–4/27 | $30 fee/$15m | 3194

aquatics

Congratulations!

Memphis District Senior Masters Swim Competition Winners In September, five swimmers from the MJCC participated in the Memphis District Senior Masters Swim Competition. The event took place at the Hickory Hill Community Center pool. These swimmers won several events and have qualified for next year’s State meet competition in Nashville.

Marion Bailey

Sam Brooks

Susan Greenop

Benjie Kabaloff

Bob Whitsitt

Female 60–64

Male 65–69

Female 50–54

Male 55–59

100 IM 50 free 50 back 100 breast 200 breast

50 back 100 back 200 back 50 breast

50 free 100 free 200 free 500 free

Male 60–64 50 free 100 free 100 IM 50 breast 100 breast 50 back

50 free 100 free 200 free 500 free

Aqua Fit Instructor uses both shallow and deep water exercises but with more emphasis on the shallow. MonWedFri 10–11am

MonTue 6:15–7:15pm NEW TIME! TueThu 10–11am NEW TIME!

$65 fee/$55m for 10–Class Card

Buy your class card at the Member Services Desk.

athletics Developmental Sports Our Smart Start program is an innovative step-bystep approach that builds confidence and selfesteem in a fun and safe sports environment.

Ages 3–5 TueThu 3:15–4pm | 1/12–3/3 | $190 fee/$150m | 3072

Youth Soccer: Grades 1–2 Move ahead with more difficult drill work and a faster-paced game. Learn positioning as the fields get wider and bigger. Sun 2:30–3:30pm, Wed 5:30–6:30pm 3/13–5/15 | $125 fee/$100m | 3084

Youth Soccer: Grades 3–4

TueThu 3:15–4pm | 3/8–4/21 | $175 fee/$140m | 3073

The fields get bigger and the players get

All Sports Conditioning

better. Players learn spacing and passing as it

This class uses drills to increase strength, endurance, body control, confidence, agility, and quickness.

Grades 3–6 MonWed 4–5pm | 1/11–3/2 | $125 fee/$100m | 3074

Youth Pre-Season Baseball Teaches players the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, pitching, catching, and base running.

pertains to more developed soccer. Drills are more specific and games are more advanced. Boys Sun 2:30–3:30pm, MonWed5:30–6:30pm 3/13–5/15 | $140 fee/$110m | 3085 Girls Sun 2:30–3:30pm, MonWed5:30–6:30pm 3/13–5/15 | $140 fee/$110m | 3086

Youth Soccer: Grades 5–6 The under-12-year-old league teaches soccer at

Grades 3–6

an advanced level. Players will concentrate on

TueThu 4:30–5:30pm | 2/16–3/31 | $165 fee/$130m | 3075

becoming a complete athlete with strength,

Women’s Soccer League Come kick the ball around and make some new friends. We encourage friendly competition and sportsmanship for players of all skill levels. Eightgame season. Registration deadline Feb 29.

Women 17+ Wed 7–8:30pm | 3/16–5/25 | $450 per team | 3091 Or, pay as an individual: $45 per player

Youth Soccer Leagues

agility, and quickness drills during practices. Boys Sun 2:30–3:30pm, TueThu 5:30–6:30pm 3/13–5/15 | $140 fee/$110m | 3087 Girls Sun 2:30–3:30pm, TueThu 5:30–6:30pm 3/13–5/15 | $140 fee/$110m | 3088

Youth Soccer: Grades 7–9 Players are taught the game at an advanced level. Player will concentrate on becoming a complete athlete with strength, agility,

Registration Deadline: Feb 29

and quickness drills during practices.

Youth Soccer: Jr. K–Kindergarten

Boys Sun 3:30–4:30pm, TueThu 5:30–6:30pm 3/13–5/15 | $140 fee/$110m | 3089

Beginners will learn the fundamentals of the game and have a blast with friends in a safe environment. Sun 1:30–2:30pm, Wed 5–5:30pm 3/13–5/15 | $100 fee/$80m | 3083

Girls Sun 3:30–4:30pm, TueThu 5:30–6:30pm 3/13–5/15 | $140 fee/$110m | 3090

athletics Youth Tennis

Boys' Spring Basketball League

Mini Champs Tennis: Jr. K–Grade 3

The MJCC Competitive Basketball program

Introduce your child to the fundamentals of tennis.

provides the opportunity for children to

MonWed 3:30–4:30pm | 3/7–4/20 | $225 fee/$180m | 3076

learn basketball fundamentals, improve their

Super Servers Tennis: Grades 3–6

individual skills, and compete at an advanced

Athletes improve their strokes and learn about agility, footwork, and point play strategy.

level. Playing time not guaranteed.

Next Level Tennis: Grades 5–9

Boys Grades 5–6 SunTue times TBA 3/29–5/15 | $190 fee/$150m | 3101

For the serious junior player who wants to train hard and focus on fitness, strokes, strategy, and competition.

Boys Grades 7–8 SunTue times TBA 3/29–5/15 | $190 fee/$150m | 3102

MonThu 4:30–5:30pm | 3/7–4/21 | $225 fee/$180m | 3077

MonWed 5:30–6:30pm | 3/7–4/20 | $225 fee/$180m | 3078

Varsity Prep Tennis: Grades 9–12 Sharpen your skills for varsity season! Thu 5:30–6:30pm | 3/10–4/21 | $110 fee/$85m | 3079

Adult Tennis Adult Beginner's Tennis: Ages 17+ Introductory class for players with little to no tennis experience. Emphasis is on serve, backhand, and forehand ground strokes. Mon 6:30–7:30pm | 2/29–4/18 | $200 fee/$160m | 3080

Intermediate Tennis Clinic: Ages 17+ For players with some prior instruction and playing experience who have not been playing tennis recently. Main emphasis on serve and ground strokes, and introducing volley and singles strategy. Thu 6:30–7:30pm | 2/25–4/21 | $200 fee/$160m | 3081

Youth Basketball Basketball Training Participants will work on skills and focus on learning how to shoot, dribble, and pass the ball.

Co-Ed Grades 6-9 Wed 5–6pm | 1/13–3/2 | $120 fee/$90m | 3104

Girl Power Basketball: Part II Continuation of basketball skills development. Game play. Must have played in previous session. Girls Ages 6- 11 Sun 12:30–1:30pm, Tue 4:30–5:30pm 1/10–3/1 $75 fee/$50m | 3099

Boys Grades 9–11 SunTue times TBA 3/29–5/15 | $190 fee/$150m | 3103

Adult Basketball Leagues Registration Deadline: Jan 3. Late fee: $20 If you sign up and pay for all three seasons by Jan 3, you will receive a discount on the full year. There is no late registration for the full year discount.

Men’s 18+ League Draft: Mon 1/5 6:30pm FULL YEAR - MJCC MEMBERS ONLY Jan–Dec 2016 | $210m | 3096 WINTER ONLY Thu 6:30–9:30pm | 1/14–5/19 | $125 fee/$80m | 3093

Men’s 30+ League Draft: Mon 1/5 7:30pm FULL YEAR - MJCC MEMBERS ONLY Jan–Dec 2016 | $210m | 3095 WINTER ONLY Sun 9am–12pm | 1/10–5/15 | $125 fee/$80m | 3092

Women’s 18+ League Draft: Tue 1/6 6:30pm FULL YEAR - MJCC MEMBERS ONLY Jan–Dec 2016 | $165m | 3097 WINTER ONLY Mon 6:30–9:30pm | 1/11–5/16 | $65 fee | 3094 follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

HEALTH & WELLNESS

E X PO

Sun, Jan 17 • 10am–4pm

FREE and OPEN TO EVERYONE! KEYNOTE PRESENTATION at 1pm Mindy Mylrea: Every Movement Matters Small steps can lead to lasting change in overall wellness. Mindy will share strategies, tips, and tricks to help you and your family form lasting health habits for sustained wellness success. Through encouraging healthy eating, movement throughout the day, and mindful acts, you can help your family achieve more then just a great workout.

a Mindy Mylre

1pm KEYNOTE PRESENTATION Mindy Mylrea In the Social Hall

9am The P.I.T. – Mandy Kelley In the Social Hall

2:30pm Best Games and Fitness Fun for Kids – Mindy Mylrea In the Social Hall

10:15am Tabata – Mindy Mylrea In the Social Hall

3pm Yoga – Amy Hutcheson In the Art Gallery In Partnership with Lululemon

11:30am Strength Circuit – Andrew Dreve In the Social Hall

*All other Group Fitness classes will be canceled for the day.

SPONSORS R

Paragon Bank

EXHIBITORS

(AS OF 11/16/15) ClearCaptions • Cosgrove and Lewis Luxury Soaps • Healthy Sexy Aging • Juice Plus Paige Scheinberg • Holy Cow • OsteoStrong • Secure Child Photo ID System/Shoemaker Financial Spectacular Skin Daniel Lamontagne • University of Memphis - Athena Project University of Memphis - FitKids Program • Young Living Essential Oils

n i v e i r t ’ e u d o ! y d a h y t r party at i b r u o y the ve a h to BASIC PARTY PACKAGE Birthday cake, candles, and ice cream Juice and bottled water 20 of your child’s friends Solid–color decorations, a metallic Happy Birthday balloon, and tableware MJCC party invitations MJCC party host to help set up, lead activities, serve cake and drinks, and clean up

SPECIALTY THEMES AND ADD–ONS Art House Party • Sports Party • Pool Party Gymnastics Party • Dance Party • LEGO Party Other Party Information Parties must be booked at least one month in advance. All parties require an advance deposit that will go toward the final cost of the party. Each package includes 20 guests (parents not included). Balance and additional fees for extra guests are paid the day of the party. Parties are held Sunday–Thursday, based on the MJCC's hours and room availability.

BOOK YOUR SUMMER POOL PARTY BY MAR 1, 2016, AND GET $25 OFF! Contact our party planner at birthdays@jccmemphis.org or (901) 761–0810 to build your child’s perfect birthday! 25

mjcc staff directory Amy Israel

Jenni Nettleton

LaWanda Johnson

Rosalyn Knox

Cultural Arts & Judaic

Markell School of

JFS Administrative Assistant

Sports & League Director

Enrichment Director

Dance Director

(901) 259-9231

(901) 259-9209

(901) 259-9215

ljohnson@jccmemphis.org

aisrael@jccmemphis.org

jnettleton@jccmemphis.org

Lindsey Chase

Barbara Byassee

Jennifer Roberts

Early Childhood Director

Sarah Rushakoff

Bookkeeper

Adult Services Director

(901) 259-9205

Graphic Designer

(901) 259-9204

(901) 259-9220

lchase@jccmemphis.org

(901) 259-9221

bbyassee@jccmemphis.org

jroberts@jccmemphis.org

Lisa Blackledge

srushakoff@jccmemphis.org

Jeremy Weiser

Program Assistant/

Cindy Shainberg Membership and Marketing Director (901) 259-9226 cshainberg@jccmemphis.org

Dale Steele JFS Driver (901) 259-9232 dsteele@jccmemphis.org

Danny Fadgen Aquatics Director (901) 259-9208 dfadgen@jccmemphis.org

Assistant Director and Senior Vice President for Programs (901) 259-9235 jweiser@jccmemphis.org

Jill Steele CFO and Senior Vice President for Finance

Sarah Sehnert

(901) 259-9203

Executive Assistant

lblackledge@jccmemphis.org

(901) 259-9224

Mandy Kelley

ssehnert@jccmemphis.org

Fitness Manager (901) 259-9212 mkelley@jccmemphis.org

Marcy Stagner

(901) 259-9233

Early Childhood

jsteele@jccmemphis.org

Assistant Director

Sports Assistant Director (901) 259-9241

(901) 259-9230 mstagner@jccmemphis.org

Michael McGee

Gayle Resneck

jwright@jccmemphis.org

Member Services Manager

JFS Senior Services Manager

Judy Frisch

mmcgee@jccmemphis.org

(901) 259-9219

ECC Office

gresneck@jccmemphis.org

(901) 259-9207

Heather Kufert

jfrisch@jccmemphis.org

Director of Jewish

Judy Goldberg

Innovation and Engagement

Grant Writer

(901) 259-9227

(901) 259-9243

hkufert@jccmemphis.org

jgoldberg@jccmemphis.org

Janet Light

rknox@jccmemphis.org

Camp Office Manager

and Human Resources

Josh Wright

(901) 259-9210

(901) 259-9214

Norris Marcus

Sophie Samuels Camp and Youth Director (901) 259-9222 ssamuels@jccmemphis.org

Stephanie Johnson Fitness Director (901) 259-9237 sjohnson@jccmemphis.org

Babysitting Room (901) 259-9238

Development Director

MJCC Main Phone

(901) 259-9213

(901) 761-0810

nmarcus@jccmemphis.org

Rashki Osina JFS Therapist

Sports & Fitness Desk (901) 259-9229

(901) 259-9216

Senior Adult Office

Karen Bertrand

rosina@jccmemphis.org

(901) 259-9225

JFS Intake, Referral, and

Accounts Receivable

Volunteer Coordinator

Specialist

Rhonda White

(901) 259-9211

(901) 259-9202

jlight@jccmemphis.org

kbertrand@jccmemphis.org

Janet Watson

Program Assistant

Jewish Federation

(901) 259-9236

(901) 767-7100

rwhite@jccmemphis.org

Jewish Family Service

Larry Skolnick

Robert Schneider

President and CEO

(901) 767-8511

JFS Social Services Director

IT/Facilities Manager

(901) 259-9234

(901) 259-9228

(901) 259-9223

Jewish Foundation

jwatson@jccmemphis.org

lskolnick@jccmemphis.org

rschneider@jccmemphis.org

(901) 374-0400

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mjcc tributes

The Mariette and Herbert Shainberg Endowment Fund receives all gifts not specifically designated for other purposes.

In Memory Of

Madelyne & Jay Daneman

In Honor Of

ALAN ABIS

MADELYNE DANEMAN'S BIRTHDAY

Joy and Larry Wilk

LEON CALIFF

Evelyn & Jerome Makowsky

DR. JACK FORMAN

Hilda Kaufman Mr. & Mrs. Bruce J. Landau Lynn & Gregg Landau Margie Snetman

Harry J. Jaffe

JEROME FRAGER

The Barrasso Family

JEROME MAKOWSKY'S BIRTHDAY

The Barrasso Family

BARBARA SCHEINBERG'S BIRTHDAY

Ronni & Joe Kirsch

IRVIN SERENCO'S BIRTHDAY

Deanna & Irvin Serenco

JERRY HANOVER

Jean & Buddy Ballin

PAULA KELMAN

SONDRA LAZARUS Jennifer & Joe Roberts

KIPP LICHTERMAN

Mr. & Mrs. Barry Chase

MILTON MANIS

Ronald E. Hojnacki Jennifer & Joe Roberts Lisa Shapiro

CHARLES MANSBACH Jerome & Evelyn Makowsky

MARCIA MARX Lisa Levi

Michael McGee

Anna & Erez Shabtay

Illysa & Michael Wertheimer

LARRY SKOLNICK Sarah & Naftali Thomas

ENGAGEMENT OF COREY STEINBERG

Elie Gindi

BILLY FORTAS

Sara & Steve Kaplan

Joan & Phillip Baum Kara & Paul Bierman Doris & Butch Califf Hilda Kaufman Leslie & Nat Landau Evelyn & Jerome Makowsky Judy & Nick Ringel Jerry & Gloria Siegel

LOUISE & JERRY SKLAR'S ANNIVERSARY Charlene Snider

SOPHIE SKOLNICK'S BAT MITZVAH Robin Ballin

Larry & Sophie Skolnick

For Recovery Of MARCIA HAYDEN Freddie & Elaine Miner Lyda Parker

HARVEY COOK Lyda Parker

ELAINE LEVINE Bryna Woodman

JUDY FRISCH Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Evans & Family

DONNA GOODMAN Dr. & Mrs. Jack A. Goodman

JAN REISMAN Lyda Parker

jewish family service tributes

These gifts are designated to support social service programming at JFS at the MJCC.

In Honor Of DIANA BRESINGER Joy & Rick Bishop

In Memory Of DAN COLWELL'S BIRTHDAY Dana Moxley

MICHAEL MCGEE'S BIRTHDAY Dana Moxley

SEYMAN GOLDSTEIN Sara Zangwill