MJCC Scene March and April by Memphis Jewish Community Center

The VOL. 19, NO. 7 MARCH 2013 NISSAN 5773

JCCSCENE

6560 Poplar Avenue | Memphis, TN 38138 | 901.761.0810 | www.jccmemphis.org

Fling Into Spring Membership Appreciation See Page 4

See Pages 11-12

Summer Camp See Pages 8-9

See Page 23

Welcome to the Memphis JCC! Dear JCC Members and Friends, As Passover is quickly approaching, we are joyful to leave the confines of winter and are consciously contemplating rebirth, renewal and the joys of spring. As we watch trees blossom and begin to smell the flowers, we look anxiously across the horizon toward summer. There is nothing like summer at the MJCC and you can bet on another amazing summer in 2013. You will want to start getting into that “summer shape” now as there are amazing opportunities in our Plough Wellness Center that you don’t want to miss! Come check out our personal trainers, our fabulous Group X fitness classes, and our full assortment of fabulous equipment. You will surely be a bathing beauty at our phenomenal outdoor waterpark again this summer! Don’t miss out on early bird registration for Day Camp where you can pay last year’s prices if you register for camp before February 24th. On another note, this is the last MJCC Scene where I will be writing as your President. It has been both my greatest honor and tremendous pleasure to have served our exceptional community in this capacity. I have loved working with our talented and dedicated staff and am grateful for the wealth of knowledge I have attained working with our wonderful Board of Directors and other community agencies. As I step down, I turn the charge over to the generous and capable hands of our new President, Craig Weiss. With Craig, Larry, our energetic, talented new Executive Director as well as our great team of staff and lay leaders the future of the Memphis Jewish Community Center looks bright and exciting, filled with new programs and new energy to meet your needs as Center members. Stay tuned to future editions of the Scene and watch your email for your monthly Member E-Connection. Come by the Center often and participate in all that interests you and your family. I look forward to seeing you around the Center. As you join with your families around the Seder table and share the Pesach story with your children, grandchildren, etc., let’s also share the importance of being an active participant in our Center. Our commitment to the Center as well as to our entire Jewish Community is what will ensure that it will both thrive and survive into the next century. L’Shana Haba’ah B’Yerushalayim, Next year in Jerusalem. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve you as your President. Hope to See You Soon!

Kara Bierman MJCC President Register online at jccmemphis.org/register

JCC Hours

Table of Contents 4

Membership Appreciation Day

5 Group Exercise Schedule 7 CITs, Counselors and Specialists Needed 8

Summer Camp

Early Childhood Center

Terrific Tuesdays

Fun Fridays

Art House

Senior Adults

18 Athletics 20 2013 JCC Maccabi 21 Aquatics 22 Youth

Sunday 8:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Monday- Thursday 5:30 a.m. – 9:45 p.m. Friday 5:30 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

JCC Upcoming Holiday Schedule Monday, March 25, 2013 Tuesday March 26, 2013 Wednesday March 27, 2013 Sunday March 31, 2013 Monday April 1, 2013 Tuesday April 2, 2013 Tuesday May 14, 2013 Wednesday May 15, 2013 Thursday May 16, 2013

Close at 3:45pm for Passover Closed for Passover Closed for Passover Close at 3:45pm for Passover Closed for Passover Closed for Passover Close at 3:45pm for Shavuot Closed for Shavuot Closed for Shavuot

Check the website www.jccmemphis.org/hours for any updates

The Nathan and Dorothy Shainberg Art Gallery Welcomes

Noir by Melanie and Bobby Spillman Opening Reception Sunday April 7, 2013 2:00-4:00pm Show runs through May 22, 2013

24 Markell School of Dance 27

Staff Highlight and Staff Directory

28 Tributes

Memphis artists Melanie and Bobby Spillman will exhibit their work of paintings in a show titled “Noir”. The title is a reference to the color black and the illustrative art of visual storytelling. Although Bobby works in oil paint and Melanie concentrates on ink and water based mediums, their work is bound by a passion for the narrative, classic illustration, and the act of painting to tell a story. The works in this show discuss a variety of subjects from editorial, non-fictional, and just downright satirical, and they represent years of dedication to these themes and mediums. The artists are proud to present these bodies of work for viewing to the public for enjoyment and contemplation.

Fling into Spring with MJCC Membership Appreciation Day Monday, March 18, 2013 9:00am-8:00pm Stop by the MJCC Lobby for a cool glass of lemonade, a chat with the MJCC staff, door prizes and a surprise gift just for being a MJCC Member!

MJCC Membership: Your Opinion Matters! We value you, our members, more than anything. Your feedback is important to us and welcome! We want you to be happy with your membership and will do all we can to ensure that. Please feel free to stop by our office, call or email us any time. We are happy and available to be of assistance to you! Comments or Suggestions? Fill this out and send it to us or stop by any of the Suggestion Boxes located in the lobby, at the Sports & Fitness desk, or in the ECC and drop us a line! Name: Email: Phone: Comments/Suggestions:

Membership Questions? Anna Shabtay, Membership & Marketing Director ashabtay@jccmemphis.org Amy Belk Hagar, Membership & Marketing Assistant Director ahagar@jccmemphis.org 901-761-0810 Register online at jccmemphis.org/register

Mon

Free Group Exercise Classes for Members Tue

$10 Group Exercise Classes for Non-Members

PEDAL AND PUMP/Ronda

Wed

PEDAL AND PUMP/Ronda

STRONG SENIORS/Ronda

*Pilates Reformer L1/Trish *Pilates Reformer L2/Trish STRONG SENIORS/Christen

CYCLE/Lori

10:05a

CYCLE/Lindsay

MUSCLE PUMP/Joe SCULPT XPRESS/Christen

Wed

6:30p

12:15p

Tue

Mon

7:30a

SCULPT XPRESS

8:15a 8:30a

KICK IT STRONG/Teresa

Thu *Pilates Reformer L1/Natalie *Pilates Reformer L2/Natalie

Thu MUSCLE PUMP/Joe

*Fit Over 50/Natalie

YOGA XPRESS

STRENGTH SUPER SET/Kerri

9:00a

*Fit Over 50/Natalie

STEP 1/Christen STRENGTH SUPER SET/Kerri

9:30a 4:30p

10:15a

NEW RECRUITS/Craig

Wed

TIME

CYCLE/Erin

Sun

Normal = 1 hour classes Italics = 30 minute classes Bold = 45 minute classes

1:30p

Fri

X-CYCLE/Christen

Sun

STRONG SENIORS/Natalie

TIME

10:45a

9:30a

MAT PILATES/Joe

MUSCLE PUMP/Joe

8:00a

Fri

SCULPT XPRESS/Craig

CARDIO KICKBOXING/Craig

Fri

Sun

TIME

10:30a

Sun *TRX/Ronda

YOGA/Kathleen

TABATA/Julie

8:30a

*Team Shabazz/Raheem

1/8/2013

4:30p

9:30a

9:00a

8:00a

TIME

Questions? Visit our website: www.jccmemphis.org/wellness or Contact Christen at 901-761-0810 Thu

LOW & TONED/Joe

YOGA/Gini

Thu

*GYM/RippedFit/Andrew LUNCH RUN/Christen *TRX/Cindy

Fri

STRENGTH ROTATION/Lauren CARDIO INTERVAL/Julie MAT PILATES/Julie

ZUMBA/Andrea

KICKBOXING LEVEL 1/Craig

STRENGTH/Craig

5:00p

ZUMBA/Sylvia

KICK YOUR CORE/Christen

Tue

Wed

X-FLEX/Joe

TAI CHI/Shelia

Mon

X-FLEX/Joe

LOW & TONED/Joe

BOOTCAMP/Craig

5:30p 5:45p 6:00p 6:30p 7:00p TIME 5:45a 8:30a 9:00a

FAMILY YOGA/Rachael

Tue

*TRX/Lauren BUNS OF STEEL/ AB LAB/Christen *Team Shabazz/Raheem

All Classes are subject to change based on the needs of the program

LUNCH RUN/Christen

*GYM/RippedFit/Andrew

X-CORE/Lauren CARDIO STEP/Julie TABATA/Julie

5:00p 6:00p TIME 6:00a 9:30a 12:15p 12:15p

*TRX/Lauren AB LAB/ BUNS OF STEEL/Christen *Team Shabazz/Raheem

All classes are for participants ages 11 and up

5:30p

Mon

10:00a

9:30a

KICKBOXING/Christen

STRENGTH CIRCUIT/Kerri

TIME

9:00a

8:00a

5:45a

TIME

*Denotes Specialty Classes $15 member, $25 non-member Savings Cards Available

STUDIO 1

STUDIO 2 wellness STUDIO 3 FUNCTIONAL TRAINING STUDIO

AB LAB - 30 minute workout that focuses on strengthening the muscles of the core. Held on Mondays the 1st & 3rd week of the month & on Wednesdays the 2nd and 4th week of the month. BOOTCAMP - mixes traditional callisthenic & body weight exercises with interval & strength training. This class includes bursts of high intensity work such as skipping, jumping rope, & interval training. What a great work out! BUNS OF STEEL - utilizes proven exercises like standing pliés, lunges & leg lifts that will strengthen & reshape the lower body. Held on Wednesdays the 1st & 3rd week of the month & on Mondays the 2nd and 4th week of the month. CARDIO INTERVAL - 30 minute Interval training class that alternates high intensity exercise with recovery periods. Intervals are an excellent way to burn more calories, build endurance quickly & make workouts more interesting. CARDIO KICKBOXING - 30 minute all cardio-kickboxing class with high-intensity drills-burn 300+ calories! This workout consists of jabs, hooks, uppercuts & kicks. Suitable to participants of medium to high fitness levels, but newcomers are always welcome! CYCLE - starts with an easy pedal warm up & focus on proper technique. Once the class starts, be prepared to ride your way through rolling hills, steep climbs, false flats, sprints, & much more! Limited spots available. Make a reservation up to 24 hours before class. FAMILY YOGA - great for the entire family ages 11 & up! A 45 minute yoga session that will focus on flexibility. Great for beginners, pre & post natal, & those coming back from injury.

MUSCLE PUMP - Have fun & move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, & range of motion. Various equipment is used & a chair is used for seated &/or standing support.

TAI CHI - ancient art that will develop your internal energy or chi. Slow graceful movements will improve posture, mobilize joints & increase flexibility.

STRONG SENIORS - total body workout for older adults, of all fitness level. The exercises are designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination, agility, muscular strength & cardiovascular endurance. The workout is a combination of aerobic, flexibility & resistance training, in a fun environment! TABATA - total body workout! Alternating between cardio, & intervals & muscular strength & endurance exercises. It is a simple & effective routine guaranteed to get your blood pumping!

NEW RECRUITS – light version of Bootcamp for the beginner in mind. Mixes traditional callisthenic & body weight exercises with interval & strength training. This class includes bursts of high intensity: skipping, jumping rope, & interval training. PEDAL AND PUMP - a high energy cycle class that alternates with intervals of cycling, weight training and core. The Pump portion of the class is optional.

*TRX - A TRX suspension strap hangs from the ceiling & is used throughout the hour, whether you're gripping it with your hands or hooking the straps on to your feet. TRX training is great for the entire body!

POWER STEP - athletic class offering the unique cardio & strength benefits of step aerobics. This cardio session will push fat-burning stages that will help shape & tone the body. This 30-minute class is powerful, fun & uplifting!

X-CYCLE - start your weekend off with a great workout! Join us for this fun 30 minute cycle class designed to challenge you by incorporating climbs, sprints & standing climbs. Limited space available. Make a reservation up to 24 hours before class. X-FLEX - improves flexibility, increase balance, & strengthen core muscle groups. A MUST for everyone!!!

X-CORE - using a fitness ball, various strength exercises will help you tone & sculpt your body, with a focus on activating your deep core muscles!

*TEAM SHABAZZ – taught by a PT, this class is a safe way for teens to learn correct weight lifting techniques and athletic drills (ages 11-18).

*PILATES REFORMER LEVEL 1 - Dramatically transform the way your body looks, feels & performs. You will build strength without bulk, creating a sleek, toned body with slender thighs & a flat abdomen. Pilates Reformer teaches body awareness, good posture & graceful movement. *PILATES REFORMER LEVEL 2 - For those with some Reformer experience, this class gives you an opportunity to practice & perfect your exercises. The instructor will lead a routine while correcting form & giving feedback.

*R.I.P.P.E.D. FIT - Private group training classes focusing on RESISTANCE, INTENSITY, POWER, PLYOMETRICS, ENDURANCE & DYNAMICS. Incorporates tracking your progress keeping you accountable! SCULPT XPRESS - energetic class suitable for all fitness levels & consists of weight training for every major muscle group. Posture, correct lifting technique & core muscle engagement are emphasized.

X-RUN - welcomes you each week with a different workout aimed at improving speed, technique or endurance. Weather permitting workouts will be outside.

YOGA EXPRESS - flow based yoga class that incorporates postures & movements to strengthen the core. All levels welcome. Discover your body’s transformation in a relaxing atmosphere!

STEP 1 - class designed for the first-time stepper. Learn the basic stepping patterns used in the advanced step classes while still getting the benefits of a great cardiovascular workout. Look like a pro by learning from step-one! STRENGTH - full body workout that targets all of the major muscle groups. Strength & stretching exercises are integrated to produce stronger bones & muscles & increase metabolism to help maintain a healthy body weight. STRENGTH CIRCUIT - high energy, multi-level class with stations to tone & sculpt the entire body. This muscle conditioning class can be as intense as you make it! Using a variety of equipment & movement, expect to sweat. STRENGTH ROTATION - targets both large & small muscle groups with weights, bands, dumbbells, etc. The emphasis will rotate from upper to lower body in each class.

* Denotes Specialty Class $15m/ $25nm Savings cards available. Visit the MJCC Front Desk.

KICKBOXING LEVEL 1 - family friendly 30 minute all cardiokickboxing class. This class is ideal for learning the basics of kickboxing. Paced just right for the entire family ages 11 & up! LOW & TONED - Get up & go with an aerobics class just for you – safe & heart-healthy. The workout includes easy-to-follow low-impact movement designed to energize your active lifestyle.

STRENGTH SUPER SET - Blast into a better body with this group training class. Shape & tone your core, back, chest, shoulders, & legs in this workout.

YOGA - increases strength, flexibility, & awareness of the body while placing emphasis on physical alignment, understanding of correct anatomical movement, & various deep relaxation techniques. Intermediate/Advanced ZUMBA - Check out the dance fitness craze that is sweeping the nation! Inspired by Latin dance & music, Zumba uses a variety of styles in its routines, including, merengue, salsa, hip-hop, pop, mambo, rumba, & flamenco. No dance experience required.

MAT PILATES - basic level mat session designed to lengthen & strengthen your entire body using core muscles. This class will help you gain postural alignment, balance & flexibility.

KICKBOXING - cardiovascular workout consisting of jabs, hooks, uppercuts & kicks. No equipment is used & gloves are not required. Most suitable to participants of medium-high fitness levels. Newcomers are always welcome – just let your instructor know. KICK IT STRONG - teaches boxing fundamentals & techniques in an interval style routine. Learn how to perform the perfect jab, hook, uppercut & power punch using mixed traditional callisthenic & body weight exercises with interval training & strength training! KICK YOUR CORE - 15-minute core strengthening session that will target abs, back & hips

wellness

summer camp Schools Out JCCs In- Monday May 27- Page 23

We Need You for Summer 2013!

Pre Camp

Counselors-in-Training, Counselors and Specialists Needed for MJCC Summer Camp

Tues-Fri 7:00am-6:00pm | 5/28-5/31 | $200m/$240nm | 17513110

Are you • Passionate about kids? • Interested in having an amazing summer? • Wanting to make a difference? A recent study in USA Today explains that working at a summer camp will teach you more life skills than a professional internship. The MJCC Day Camp is seeking 11th and 12th graders as well as high school graduates to fill Junior Counselor, Senior Counselor and Specialist positions throughout the summer.

School is out, the graduates have crossed the stage and summer has officially begun. You look at your calendar and realize “oh no camp doesn’t start for one week, what am I going to do?” Well here is your solution, Pre-Camp at the MJCC. Your child will enjoy a week of art, an extra week of practice for the intense games of ga-ga they will play during camp and will get an extra week of fun at the amazing MJCC Water Park before the rest of the campers. What could possibly be better? Space is limited so sign up TODAY!

CIT positions are available for rising 9th and 10th graders. How many jobs can you get that will allow you to swim every day, play every sport imaginable, participate in Arts and Crafts, hang out with old and new friends as well as wear shorts to the office? And most importantly, a job that allows to you create meaningful experiences and be a role model for kids of all ages. Visit jccmemphis.org/summercampstaff to download an application or stop by the MJCC to pick one up.

Post Camp Tues-Fri 7:00am-6:00pm | 7/29-8/2 | $250m/$325nm | 17513200 While the summer may have ended, the fun doesn’t have to! Camp ends on July 26th but school won’t begin until August 5th. That gives your child one more week to enjoy all the activities they loved from the summer and spend one extra week with all of the friends they made at camp. Parents leave the hard part up to us and give your kids the best end of summer gift they can imagine....one more week of camp!

summer camp The Memphis Jewish Community Center is dedicated to providing an amazing summer experience for every camper in our care. We specialize in fun and safety in a nurturing and caring environment. Our campers make new friends, learn teamwork, swim, play sports, arts & crafts, and have an amazing time in all of our camp programs. We promise that your children will have the time of their lives this summer!

Summer Camp Session Dates Session I: June 3-14, 2013 Session II: June 17-28, 2013 Session III: July 1-12, 2013 (No Camp July 4th) Session IV: July 15-26, 2013

Early Childhood Center Camp Options

Come spend time with us in the great outdoors as we visit four unique national parks this summer. We will go exploring through arts & crafts and games in the Great Smokey Mountains National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Canyon National Park and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Each park has its own history, landscape, plants and animals that make it a great place to visit!

Pitzel (3 years old by June 3, 2013) M-F Half Day MWF Full Day M-F Full Day

Kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;tonton (4 years old by August 15, 2013) MWF Full Day M-F Full Day

Maleh (Rising Kindergarten)

M-F Full Day Register online at jccmemphis.org/register

Register before February 24th and get last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s camp prices! *Must return registration form and payment choice sheet

summer camp For more information and pricing about MJCC Summer Camp options and to view the full camp brochure visit www.jccmemphis.org/2013summercamp

Upper Camp Options Chalutzim One (Rising 1st Graders) Chalutzim Aleph (Rising 2nd & 3rd Graders) Chalutzim Bet (Rising 4th, 5th & 6th Graders) Unit 78 (Rising 7th & 8th Graders)

Upper Camp Specialty Options (1st-6th Graders) Circus Camp Session 1

Sports Camp

Session 1, 2, 3 & 4

Cooking Camp Session 2

Creative Learning Camp Session 3

Art Camp

Sessions 3 & 4

Go Girls Go Sports Camp Session 4

early childhood center Camp Me & You Camp Me & You is designed to provide an environment that enhances early learning, social skills and increasing confidence and independence. Your child will be exposed to the BEST the MJCC has to offer. Activities will include waterbabies swim lessons, swim time at the baby pool and splash pad, yoga, dance, music and creative movement, art, storytelling and dramatic play, Judaic exploration and motor skill gym time. Ages 12-35 months. Session I Tues 9:15-11:30am | 6/4-6/25 | $100m/$120nm | 11043171 Session II Wed 9:15-11:30am | 6/5-6/26 | $100m/$120nm | 11043271 Session III Tues 9:15-11:30am | 7/2-7/23 | $100m/$120nm | 11043371 Session IV Wed 9:15-11:30am | 7/3-7/24 | $100m/$120nm | 11043471

Toddler Sports & Games Toddler and Transitional Nursery Your child will be introduced to basic soccer, basketball, football, and baseball skills as well as fun, interactive games during this stimulating 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. Ages 2-3. Must be 2 years old by 12/31/12. MonWed 3:15-3:45pm | 3/4-5/13 | $162m | 11103134 No class 3/25, 3/27 & 4/1

Combo Class: Toddler Sports and Story Stretchers Drop-Off Class A great hour-long class that focuses on enhancing your child’s gross motor skills and fine motor skills. Toddler Sports will introduce your child to basic soccer, basketball, football and baseball skills as well as fun, interactive games. Story Stretchers will extend your child’s enthusiasm for books through art, dramatic play, music and movement, and manipulatives. The class also encourages positive social skills by teaching children to wait patiently and take turns. Ages 2-3. Must be 2 years old by 12/31/12. Tue 9:15-10:15am | 3/5-5/14 | $108m/$144 nm | 11103133 No class 3/26 & 4/2

Spring Camp Transitional Nursery, Nursery, Pre-k and Kindergarten Do you know that carnations can change their color? Do you know how trees and flowers eat so that they can grow big and strong like you? Come to Spring Camp in the ECC and get your hands dirty while you learn about gardening. What is a garden? What grows in a garden? Are there any animals that live in a garden? Bring your own questions and we’ll answer them together. If you are 3 years of age through Kindergarten (and POTTY TRAINED) then come to Spring Camp in the ECC and enjoy science projects, arts and crafts, games, and lots more! Space is limited so register early. Ages 3-6. Must be 3 years old by 1/31/13. ThurFri 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/28 & 3/29 | $92m | 11033101 Thurs 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/28 | $52m | 11033102 Fri 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/29 | $52m | 11033103

Explorers, A Me & You Class Enjoy special time with your baby or grandbaby as you play, learn, and grow together. Meet other parents and discover creative ways to enhance your baby’s social, emotional, and intellectual development through music and movement, learning games, story time, art, and sensory play. Each theme-based session will include a parenting discussion and activity/parenting handouts. For adults with a 4 - 12 month old. Sun 10:15-11:00am | 3/3-5/12 | $80m/$120nm | 11103131 No class 3/31

Adventurers, A Me & You Class Enjoy fun-filled time playing with your toddler while also discovering creative ways to enhance fine and gross motor, social, emotional, language, and intellectual development. Each theme-based session will include music and movement, learning games, story time, art, sensory play, and a parenting discussion. Activity handouts will be presented at each session. For adults with a 12 - 24 month old. Sun 9:15-10:00am | 3/3-5/12 | $80m/$120nm | 11103132 No class 3/31

World of Characters Toddler and Transitional Nursery Read it again! is the plea parents and teachers want to hear when a child connects with a story. World of Characters is a class that will extend that enthusiasm and better connect your child with books and stories through art, dramatic play, music & movement, manipulatives, and more. Ages 2-3. Must be 2 by 12/31/12. Thur 3:15-3:45pm | 3/7-5/9 | $103m | 11103140 No class 3/28

early childhood center New!Terrific Tuesdays Nursery, Pre-k and Kindergarten

Circus, Circus What happens under the big top? During this class children will explore all aspects of the circus. Every person and animal under the big top plays an important role. Children will role-play circus animals and performers and create a circus project. Tue 3:15-4:00pm | 3/5 | $15m | 11103143

Corduroy Children will discover the charming story of Corduroy the Bear during this role-playing class. Children will discuss and act out Don Freeman’s Corduroy, a story about a teddy bear’s adventures in a department store. Role-playing a story not only enhances reading and listening comprehension, but also allows us to exercise our imaginations and practice self-expression. Tue 3:15-4:00pm | 3/12 | $15m | 11103144

Put Me in the Zoo Calling all animal lovers! This class is designed for children who love zoo animals and want to learn more about them as well as the various occupations that can be found at the zoo. Children will investigate various zoo animals and zoo careers. The class will culminate with a zoo themed art project. Tue 3:15-4:00pm | 3/19 | $15m | 11103145

Flower Power & Ladybugs Spring has sprung and everything is in bloom! Children will learn about the parts of a flower and how to take care of flowers. They will also investigate ladybugs: what they eat, where they live and how they survive. Children will create a beautiful spring project to bring home. Tue 3:15-4:00pm | 4/9 | $15m | 11103146

A Trip to Disney World M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E! Children will enter the magical world of Disney during this class. They will plan the details of the trip: how to get there, what they would like to see and what they need to bring. Then they will use their imaginations to take a pretend trip to Disney World. Tue 3:15-4:00pm | 4/23 | $15m | 11103148

Giraffes Can’t Dance Gerald the Giraffe learns how it feels to have someone believe in you in Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae. During this class children will have the opportunity to explore the story and act out the tale of Gerald the Giraffe. Role -playing a story not only enhances reading and listening comprehension, but also allows us to exercise our imaginations and practice self-expression. Tue 3:15-4:00pm | 4/30 | $15m | 11103149

How Big Is It? Fun with Size & Measurement Math attack! Little mathmeticians will discover all the fun that can be had with measurement. During this class we will use standard and non-standard units of measurement to explore our environment. Children will experience how much fun it can be to learn about size relationships.

Memphis in May May is a wonderful month in Memphis! It is chock full of fun activities for all ages and a great time to think about all that makes Memphis special. During this class children will learn about Memphis music legends, the Mississippi River, classic southern cuisine and much, much more.

Tue 3:15-4:00pm | 4/16 | $15m | 11103147

Tue 3:15-4:00pm | 5/7 | $15m | 11103150

early childhood center New!Fun Fridays Nursery, Pre-k and Kindergarten

Down on the Farm During this class children will review farm animals and discuss the other things found on a farm. Then they will discover how to take care of the animals and plants on a farm. As little farmers, children will imagine what it is like to live on a farm for a day. Fri 3:15-4:00pm | 3/8 | $15m | 11103151

Cars: How do they work? Vroom, vroom! This class is for car lovers and any child who has ever wondered how things work. Children will investigate what makes cars go and how we take care of them. Children will pretend to be engineers, mechanics, and drivers. Fri 3:15-4:00pm | 3/15 | $15m | 11103152

Picnic at the Park It’s the perfect day for a picnic! During this class children will plan a picnic. Children will prepare a picnic snack and pack a basket. Then, weather permitting, we will enjoy our picnics outside. Fri 3:15-4:00pm | 3/22 | $15m | 11103153

The Very Hungry Caterpillar We all love Eric Carle’s tale of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Children will enter the world of a tiny caterpillar by performing the story, all while learning the life cycle of a butterfly. Role-playing a story not only enhances reading and listening comprehension, but also allows us to exercise our imaginations and practice self-expression. Fri 3:15-4:00pm | 4/5 | $15m | 11103154

Post Office Let’s Pretend! During this class children will role play the different jobs at the post office. We will investigate what happens to a letter after we put it in the mailbox and discuss the important roles of postal workers. Fri 3:15-4:00pm | 4/12 | $15m | 11103155

I Can be a Chemist Future scientists get your lab coats. Chemistry is one of the most exciting fields of science. During this class we will experiment with different chemical reactions. Children will delight in the scientific discoveries we make. Fri 3:15-4:00pm | 4/19 | $15m | 11103156

Earth Day Let’s celebrate the Earth! Earth Day is the perfect reminder of how important our Earth is to us. During this class children will discuss the importance of our Earth and how we can take care of it. Children will create an Earth Day craft. Fri 3:15-4:00pm | 4/26 | $15m | 11103157

Trinket Boxes Do you have a collector at home? Children so often delight in accumulating little trinkets. During this class they will be able to design and create their own trinket boxes. These special boxes could house anything from lost teeth to little treasures. Fri 3:15-4:00pm | 5/3 | $15m | 11103158

Let’s Go Fly a Kite ...And send it soaring. Let’s take advantage of the spring weather and learn to fly kites. During this class children will make their own kite and practice flying a real kite. We will discuss what makes the kite fly and the perfect flying conditions. Fri 3:15-4:00pm | 5/10 | $15m | 11103159

early childhood center Board Games & More Nursery and Pre-k Games with rules provide children with an opportunity to hone cognitive, social and emotional skills. Children will work cooperatively playing board games, dominoes, puzzles and similar activities as they practice turn-taking, cognitive skills, reasoning and good sportsmanship. Must be 3 years old by 9/30/12. Tue 2:15-2:45pm | 3/5-5/14 | $103m | 11103137 No class 3/26 & 4/2

Master Chefs Nursery and Pre-k Cooking is a lifelong skill that can be artistic, creative and sometimes surprising! By incorporating recipes, age-appropriate culinary skills, basic nutrition, literacy, and cooperation, your child will love being in the kitchen! Ages 3-5. Must be 3 years old by 9/30/12. Thur 2:15-2:45pm | 3/7-5/9 | $103m | 11103139 No class 3/28

Hola Amigos Nursery, Pre-k and Kindergarten Your child will learn Spanish through songs, rhymes, finger plays, games, stories, puppets, role playing, movement, and hands-on vocabulary building using an assortment of props and other engaging activities. Ages 3-6. Must be 3 years old by 9/30/12. Mon 3:15-3:45pm | 3/4-5/13 | $103m | 11103136 No class 3/25 &4/1

Math Mania Nursery & Pre-k Preschoolers will enjoy learning early math skills through hands-on activities, fun and educational games, and art projects. Children will explore concepts such as numbers, shapes, patterns, sorting, graphing, comparing, and measuring. Ages 3-5. Must be 3 years old by 9/30/12. Mon 2:15-2:45pm | 3/4-5/13 | $103m | 11103135 No class 3/25 & 4/1

Young Scientists Nursery and Pre-k Children are naturally curious about the world around them and this class will answer their questions through various games, simple experiments, and art projects. Your child will explore different themes such as weather, colors, nature, stars and planets, lights, magnets and mirrors. Scientific discovery has never been more exciting or educational. Ages 3-5. Must be 3 years old by 9/30/12. Wed 2:15-2:45pm | 3/6-5/8 | $103m | 11103138 No class 3/27

Yoga for Kids Through fun games and exciting stories that focus on animals and nature your child will learn about yoga and all it has to offer: breathing techniques to increase energy and decrease tension; exercise to increase flexibility through practice of physical poses; meditation & positive thinking to develop focus, gain self-control, & cultivate inner peace; and relaxation to calm emotions and the nervous system, and give their little bodies a chance to recharge. Must be 3 by 1/31/13.

Transitional Nursery and Nursery

Ages 2-4: Fri 2:45-3:15pm | 3/8-5/10 | $103m | 11103141 Must be 3 by 1/31/13 - No class 3/29

Pre-k and Kindergarten

Ages 4-6: Fri 3:15-3:45pm | 3/8-5/10 | $103m | 11103142 Must be 4 by 9/30/12 - No class 3/29

art house The Art House is a community art space that provides the opportunity for process-based artistic exploration and creative indulgence through classes, workshops, private lessons and an open studio. ________________________________________________________________

Open Studio The Art House at the MJCC offers an open art studio for children and adults daily. Explore your creative side with a wide variety of artistic mediums appropriate for aspiring artists. Each session is purchased at an hourly rate. $8m/$10nm per hour ____________________________________________________ Pay Your Age Sundays Looking for something fun to do on Sundays? Well look no further! The Art House is now offering a pay your own age art time. If your child is 3, it is $3 per hour to work with Amy and have â&#x20AC;&#x153;free reignâ&#x20AC;? of the Art House. Whether you want to paint, draw, sculpt, weave or any other form of art you can imagine, this is the time and place to do it. All ages welcome! Sun 9:00-11:00am

Under 8: Pay your age 8 & older: $8m/$10nm per hour ____________________________________________________ Mommy and Me Young artists and their mommies and/or daddies will explore the basic concepts of creativity. This includes color and shape identification, color mixing and mark making with a variety of different mediums. Ages 1-3. Tue 9:30-10:15am | 3/5-5/14 | $70m/$90nm | 17493115 Thur 9:30-10:15 am | 3/7-5/9 | $70m/$90nm | 17493116 No Class 3/26 and 4/2

____________________________________________________ Fundamentals of Art Young artists will explore foundation concepts of being creative. Concepts of color and shape identification, color mixing and mark making will all assist in the development of confidence and motor skills. Ages 3-4: Tue 2:15-3:00pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m/$220nm | 17493119 Ages 5-6: Tue 3:00-3:45pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m/$220nm | 17493120 No Class 3/26 and 4/2

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Fundamentals of Art Emerging artists will explore foundation concepts of being creative. Concepts of color theory, shape building, color mixing and creative problem solving. Ages 7-9:

Wed 4:00-5:00pm | 3/6-5/15 | $180m/$220nm | 17493121 No Class 3/27 _________________________________________________________

The History of Art through Creative Practices Students will explore the artsitic movements of the 1900s using a variety of practices including master copy, in the manner of and research. Students will also be exposed to a variety of tools and media. This is a hands on Art History class! Ages 7-10: Sun 1:30-2:30pm | 3/10-5/12 | $200m/$250nm | 17493128 Ages 11-13: Sun 2:45-3:45pm | 3/10-5/12 | $200m/$250nm | 17493129

____________________________________________________ Drawing for Teens Artists will explore and develop their drawing skills through a variety of fun and creative projects that will include mark making, experimenting with ink and perspective. Ages 13-16. Thur 4:30-5:30pm | 3/7-5/9 | $200m/$250nm | 17493122

____________________________________________________ Painting for Teens Artists will explore and develop their painting skills through a variety of fun and creative projects that will include color mixing, value study and abstract exploration. Ages 13-16. Mon 4:45-5:45pm | 3/4-5/13 | $180m/$220nm | 17493123 Students will be required to purchase some supplies. No Class 3/25 and 4/1

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art house Creative Drawing Practices This class will taking drawing to the next level. Students will experiment and be challenged with a variety of different drawing techniques that will use more than just pencil and paper. Ages 18 and older. Ages 13-18: Tue 6:00-7:30pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m/$220nm | 17493124

New! The Class YOU want, when YOU want it!

INTRODUCING: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Create Your Own Classâ&#x20AC;? option at the MJCC Art House.

If you are interested in taking one of our amazing classes at the MJCC Art House but the time listed does not fit your schedule, you can follow these simple steps and a class will be created JUST FOR YOU!

Ages 18 and older: Wed 6:00-7:30pm | 3/6-5/8 | $180m/$220nm | 17493126 No Class 3/26, 3/27 and 4/2 Students will be required to purchase some supplies.

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Beginning Painting for Adults Artists will explore and develop their painting skills through a variety of fun and creative projects that will include color mixing, value study and master copy. Ages 18 and older. Mon 1:00-2:30pm | 3/4-5/13 | $180m/$220nm | 17493125 Students will be required to purchase some supplies.

____________________________________________________ Drawing and Painting for Adults This is a beginning class for adults who have always wanted to explore their creative side. This class will provide the foundation concepts that will allow students to continue on their creative path. Ages 18 and older.

Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5:

Pick a topic Find two more friends who also want to take the same class Pick a one hour time slot that works for all of you Contact Amy Hutcheson at 901.409.7515, with the class and time you are interested in. Start the class!!!!!

It truly is as simple as that! If you have any questions please contact Amy Hutcheson at 901.409.7515 and get started today!

Thur 6:00-7:30pm | 3/7-5/9 | $200m/$250nm | 17493127

___________________________________________________ Beginning Drawing and Painting Young artists will learn and experiment with foundation techniques in both drawing and painting and develop the skills and confidence to create art independently. Ages 7-9: Tue 4:45-5:45pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m/$220nm | 17493117 Ages 10-12: Wed 6:00-7:00pm | 3/6-5/15 | $180m/$220nm | 17493118 _______________________________________________________

senior adults Tuesdays Mar 5..............Speaker: Jeannine Paul’s European Vacation Mar 12............Trip to BSSS for Pesach Project with Upper Grade Students Mar 19............Trip to Temple Israel for Samuel Bak Exhibition Mar 26............MJCC CLOSED - PASSOVER Apr 2..............MJCC CLOSED - PASSOVER Apr 9..............Trip to Stein Mart and Fresh Market Apr 16............Healthspring Speaker: Mastectomy and Lymphedema Apr 23............Speaker: Rabbi Aaron Rubinstein, Topic: Jerusalem Day & Shavuot Apr 30............Speaker: Brooks Art Gallery, Topic: Angels and Tomboys: Girlhood in 19th Century American Art May 7.............Trip to Senior Expo in Cordova May 14...........Speaker: Joanne Lowe, Aging Commission. Topic: Choices Program Thursdays Mar 7..............Heathspring Speaker: Pain Management Mar 14............Visit to the Memphis Jewish Home Mar 21............Game Day at the MJCC. $5.00 admission to benefit Creative Aging. Mar 28............Passover - No lunch or Activity Apr 4..............Healthspring Speaker: Diabetes Apr 11.............Healthspring Speaker: Skilled Nursing Apr 18............Movie TBA Apr 25............Trip to Dollar Store May 2.............Healthspring Speaker: Meal Planning for Diabetics May 9.............BINGO!! .25/card Sundays Mar 3..............Speaker on Crohn’s Disease at 2 p.m. For details please call Jennifer. Mar 17............Mississippi Riverboat Ride. 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. ride. Admission fee $18.57. Prepay at MJCC front desk. May 5.............Trip to Theatre Memphis to see “Brighton Beach Memoirs.” MJCC members Emily Angel Baer, Sam Shankman & Carly Nahon perform at 2:00 p.m. $18 admission fee prepayable at MJCC front desk. Transportation is available to and from the MJCC on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for lunch and activity. $2.00 roundtrip. Transportation to Sunday events is available. $2.00 roundtrip. Please contact Jennifer Roberts at 761-0810

SPECIAL EVENT MJCC Seniors and ECC Joint Concert featuring Joyce Cobb

Wednesday, March 13 at 12:30 p.m.

Admission fee: 2+ canned goods to be donated to Food Bank.

Hadassah Book Club It’s time to renew!! Register at the MJCC front desk for the upcoming year. The Hadassah Book Club meets the second Tuesday of each month at 1:30

March 12 Chris Cleave Little Bee

April 9 Fiona Carnarvon Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey Story

May 14 Edward de Waal The Hare with the Amber Eyes

June 11 Phillipa Gregory The Queen’s Fool

senior adults Attention Mah Jongg Players Interested in learning to play Mah Jongg? Please contact Jennifer Roberts at 761-0810.

Adult Club Monthly Luncheons

Do you have Crohn's Disease or suspect that you do? Are you a caregiver for someone with Crohn's Disease? If so, please join us at the MJCC on Sunday, March 3rd at 2pm. Representatives from the Crohn's Advocate Program will be on hand to answer questions and educate patients and family members. Extra Time On Your Hands? Spend one hour or more per week tutoring students at White Station Elementary School. You might just make a difference in the entire future of a young child. Call Sidney Lehman at 747-3999 for more information.

12:00 p.m. in the Belz Social Hall $5.00 per lunch reservation. Reservations are required by Wednesday before the luncheon date. If you are not called by the Telephone Committee, call Sylvia Walter at 754-1986. If you cannot attend after making a reservation please call Sylvia to cancel. Musical entertainment provided by Creative Aging.

April 24 Barbara Christensen Harp

Paragon Casino Trips

sponsored by MJCC & Paragon National Bank Wednesday, March 20 Fitzgerald’s Casino Reservations must be made and paid in full by Wednesday, March13. Wednesday, April 24 Sam’s Town Casino Reservations must be made and paid in full by Wednesday, April 17. Leave JCC at 9:00 a.m. - Return to JCC at 4:00 p.m. $20 includes round-trip motor coach, transportation, $5 slot play & buffet lunch

ongoing senior mitzvah projects •

Collecting old eyeglasses and cases to be sent to Sierra Leone, West Africa

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Collection of old cell phones to be made into “911” phones

Pick up reservation form at Front Desk, complete, and mail with $20 check payable to: Paragon National Bank; Attn: Rita Fiduccia; 6300 Poplar Avenue, Suite 117; Memphis, TN 38119 - Limited Spaces!

athletics Spring Taekwondo

Beginner Taekwondo This class focuses on basic Taekwondo stances, blocks and strikes. Some semester goals include testing for a new rank and improving self control, balance, coordination, memory and strength. Ages 4-5. TueThur 2:15-3:00pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m | 14363106 No class 3/26 and 4/2

____________________________________________________ Green Belts & Up, 5-8 years This class will incorporate high rank skills (sparring & board breaking) as well as continuing to focus on improving self control, balance, coordination and strength. Ages 5-8. TueThur 3:15-4:00pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m | 14363107 No class 3/26 and 4/2

____________________________________________________ All Ranks, 6-12 years In this class, the entire group works together on basic drills, partnership exercises and strength training. There is a continued emphasis on improving self control, balance, coordination, memory and strength. This class will also separate into groups to work on rank appropriate material (sparring, board breaking etc.). Ages 6-12. TueThur 4:00-4:45pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m | 14363108 No class 3/26 and 4/2

____________________________________________________ Green Belts & Up, 6-12 years This class will incorporate high rank skills (sparring & board breaking) as well as continuing to focus on improving self control, balance, coordination and strength. Ages 6-12. TueThur 4:45-5:30pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m | 14363109 No class 3/26 and 4/2

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All Ranks, 12 years and older In this class, the entire group works together on basic drills, partnership exercises and strength training. There is a continued emphasis on improving self control, balance, coordination, memory and strength. This class will also separate into groups to work on rank appropriate material (sparring, board breaking etc.). Ages 12 and older. TueThur 5:45-6:30pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m | 14363110 No class 3/26 and 4/2

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Early Childhood Sports

Stepping Stones Sports - Indoor Tennis & Basketball For children ages 4-5, Stepping Stones is the next step to sports through the MJCC. Using modified games and activities we spend a period of time focusing on one sport in order to teach the kinesthetic skills needed to grow and play in the field of sports. Ages 4-5. TueThur 2:45-3:30pm | 3/5-5/14 | $180m | 14373103 No class 3/26 and 4/2

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Youth Tennis

All winter youth tennis classes will be run inside unless weather permits* hosting the class outside. *weather permits is 55°F and above and clear

Mini Champs “Quick Start” Introduce your child to tennis! Taught by our world class tennis coaches, your little one will learn the fundamentals of tennis. Ages 4-6. MonWed 3:00-4:00pm | 3/4-5/13 | $225m | 14323105 No class 3/25, 3/27 and 4/1

____________________________________________________ Super Servers “Quick Start” Introduce your child to tennis! Taught by our world class tennis coaches, your little one will learn the fundamentals of tennis. Ages 6-8. MonWed 3:30-4:30pm | 3/4-5/13 | $225m | 14323106 No class 3/25, 3/27 and 4/1

____________________________________________________ Next Level “Quick Start” Take tennis to the next level with this class. Children will perfect the skills that they need to become tennis stars. Ages 9-11. MonWed 4:30-5:30pm | 3/4-5/13 | $225m | 14323107 No class 3/25, 3/27 and 4/1

___________________________________________________ Middle School Match Play Middle schoolers can practice their tennis skills by playing matches against other middle schoolers. Ages 11-14. MonWed 5:30-6:30pm | 3/4-5/13 | $225m | 14323108 No class 3/25, 3/27 and 4/1

___________________________________________________ Adult Tennis, Ages 18 and older Men’s Clinic

Sun 9:00-10:00am | 3/3-5/3 | $110m/$135nm | 14323109 Wed 6:30-7:30pm | 3/6-5/8 | $120m/$145nm | 14323110 No class 3/27 and 3/31

___________________________________________________ Women’s Clinic

Mon 6:30-7:30pm | 3/4-5/13 | $110m/$135nm | 14323111

No class 3/25 and 4/1

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athletics MJCC Junior Academy Soccer

MJCC Academy Soccer

Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Soccer

3rd & 4th grade MJCC Academy Soccer Ages 8-9.

The MJCC’s youth soccer program can be the players’ first experience with the game of soccer. This experience will captivate the up and coming soccer player while encouraging a love of the game. The MJCC program’s main philosophy is to create a fun-filled, active environment, in which the players can improve and succeed. Co-Ed: Sun 1:30-2:30pmWed 4:30-5:15pm| 3/10-5/19 | $165m | 14123101 No games or practice 3/27 and 5/15

____________________________________________________ 1st & 2nd grade Soccer Boys: Sun 2:30-3:30pm MonWed 5:30-6:30pm| 3/10-5/19 | $180m | 14123102 Girls: Sun 2:30-3:30pm MonWed 5:30-6:30pm| 3/10-5/19 | $180m | 14123103 No games or practices 3/25, 3/27, 4/1 and 5/15

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Youth Basketball

Continue to develop your soccer skills in the MJCC Academy Soccer program and learn from the highest level of professional coaches. Then test those skills against the highest level of competition that the Mid-South has to offer. Accepting all levels of experience.

U9 Boys Sun 2:30-3:30pm MonWed 5:30-6:30pm| 3/10-5/19 |$375m|14123104 U9 Girls Sun 2:30-3:30pm MonWed 5:30-6:30pm| 3/10-5/19 | $375m | 14123105

____________________________________________________ 5th & 6th grade MJCC Academy Soccer Ages 10-11.

U11 Boys Sun 2:30-3:30pm MonWed 5:30-6:30pm| 3/10-5/19 | $375m | 14123106 U11 Girls: Sun 2:30-3:30pm MonWed 5:30-6:30pm| 3/10-5/19 | $375m | 14123107

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Spring Basketball Clinic with Coach Henry Continue to sharpen and develop your fundamental basketball skills with Coach Henry. Don’t lose your basketball skills in the off-season! Ages 7-16. Sun 4:00-5:00pm Tues 5:00-6:00pm | 3/3-5/21 | $240m/$300nm | 14133101 No class 3/27 and 5/15. Minimum of 4 participants needed.

________________________________________________ Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Camp The Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Camp is designed for boys and girls ages 7-16 of all skill levels who are looking to improve their playing ability while having fun through drills and competitions.

7th & 8th grade MJCC Academy Soccer Ages 12-13. U13 Boys: Sun 3:30-4:30pm MonWed 5:30-6:30pm| 3/10-5/19 | $375m | 14123108 U13 Girls: Sun 3:30-4:30pm MonWed 5:30-6:30pm| 3/10-5/19 | $375m | 14123109 No practices or games 3/25, 3/27, 4/1 and 5/15

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MJCC Academy Soccer New Uniform Fee: $100 Please contact Jason Redd at 901-761-0810 or jredd@jccmemphis.org if you do not have a uniform or do not know if you need a new one.

All Grizzlies Basketball Camp Participants receive a future Grizzlies Game Ticket, Grizzlies Camp T-shirt, Grizzlies Basketball, and Grizzlies Wristband. Ages 7-16. Spring Break Camp Mon-Fri 9:00am-2:30pm | 3/11-3/15 | $185m/250nm | 14443101 Summer Break Camp Tues-Fri 9:00am-2:30pm | 5/28-5/31 | $150m/180nm | 14443104

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jcc maccabi games & artsfest 2013

Join us for the 2013 JCC Maccabi Games速

Austin, TX: July 28-August 2

Orange County, CA: August 4-9

7/28-8/2 | $250 | 14373101 | Due by 3/10

8/4-8/9 | $250 | 14373103 | Due by 3/10

Austin, TX balance payment

Orange County, CA balance payment

7/28-8/2 | $1,150 | 14373102 | Due by 5/1

8/4-8/9 | $1,650 | 14373104 | Due by 5/1

Austin, TX deposit Ages 13-16.

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Orange County, CA deposit Ages 13-16.

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2013 JCC Maccabi Games Payment Plan If you would like to set up a payment plan for the 2013 JCC Maccabi Games速 please contact Karen Bertrand at 901.761.0810 before March 10, 2013. All fees must be paid in full by May 1, 2013.

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For More Information Contact: Jason Redd

JCC Maccabi Memphis Delegation Head 901.761.0810 | jredd@jccmemphis.org

aquatics Beginning Swim Level I Guppy & Level II Goldfish In this class we cover everything from putting their chinny chin chin in the water to floating and swimming on their own for approximatly 10 feet under the supervision of the instructor. At that point they will be ready to go on to Intermediate Swim. Ages 3 and older. MonWed 2:15-2:45pm | 3/4-5/13 | $185m | 14533111 MonWed 4:00-4:30pm | 3/4-5/13 | $185m | 14533112 TueThur 2:15-2:45pm | 3/5-5/9 | $185m | 14533113 TueThur 3:15-3:45pm | 3/5-5/9 | $185m | 14533114

Intermediate Swim Level III Clown Fish At Level III The swimmers become more independent, swim greater distance, learn dives and are introduced to other strokes. Ages 3 and older. MonWed 2:15-2:45pm | 3/4-5/13 | $185m | 14533116 MonWed 5:30-6:00pm | 3/4-5/13 | $185m | 14533117 TueThur 2:15-2:45pm | 3/5-5/9 | $185m | 14533118 TueThur 4:00-4:30pm | 3/5-5/9 | $185m | 14533119

Lifeguard Training Certification 15 years and older

Prerequisites: • Must be 15 years of age. • Candidates must swim 300 yards continuously, using freestyle & breaststroke. must swim 20 yards, surface dive 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10-lb object, swim 20 yards back to the starting point within 1 minute, 40 seconds. Tread water for 2 minutes with legs only. • Students must attend all classes with swim suit and towel. • Students will need to download their Lifeguarding book either on their phone, laptop, or a kindle. This book can also be downloaded and printed off. Each student MUST have their own copy. Directions to download the Lifeguarding Manuel: 1. Go to www.redcross.org 2. Choose Take a Class 3. Choose Lifeguarding from the blue bullet list 4. Choose Lifeguarding again 5. Download Life guarding Manuel

March Class Schedule

Advanced Swim Level IV Stingray & Level V Shark Swimmers in this class will be challenged to increase their endurance in order to swim the full length of the pool or better. They will work on all four competitive strokes and begin to learn flip turns. Ages 4 and older. MonWed 3:15-3:45pm | 3/4-5/13 | $185m | 14533120

Arthritis Aquatics Exercise This class is designed by the Arthritis foundation to work on the flexibility and range of motion of the joints in a warm environment. MonWedFri 8:30-9:20am | 3/1-3/29 | $17m/$30nm | 14573103 MonWedFri 8:30-9:20am | 4/3-4/29 | $17m/$30nm | 14573104

Triathlon and Masters Swim Training A great structured swim workout. There is a swim coach on deck who will work with your stroke if needed. MonWedFri 5:30-6:30pm | 3/1-3/29 | $15m/$30nm | 14563104 MonWedFri 5:30-6:30pm | 4/3-4/29 | $15m/$30nm | 14563105

Tuesday, March 5

5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 7

5:30 - 9:30 p.m..

Tuesday, March 19

5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 21

5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 24

12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 28

5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

$190m/$220nm | 14543102

Spring Break Class Schedule Tuesday, March 12

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 13

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 14

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

$190m/$220nm | 14543103

Aqua Zumba An on-going aquatic exercise class with a Latin sizzle. Purchase a 10-session card at the front desk.

Aqua-Fit A fun on-going non-weight bearing aquatic exercise class which covers most of the major muscle groups and lightly challenges your cardio. Purchase a 10-session card at the front desk.

youth Pay Your Age Sundays at the Art House Looking for something fun to do on Sundays? Well look no further! The Art House is now offering a pay your own age art time. If your child is 3, it is $3 per hour to work with Amy and have “free reign” of the Art House. Whether you want to paint, draw, sculpt, weave or any other form of art you can imagine, this is the time and place to do it. All ages welcome! Sun 9:00-11:00am

Under 8: Pay your age 8 & older: $8m/$10nm per hour ____________________________________________________

Music Lessons

Purchase a Music Lesson card at the MJCC front desk and get 12 sessions for $240. Voice Lessons In your voice lesson, you have the opportunity to work one on one with a professional singer to develop heathy singing habits as well as strengthen your voice and learn new music. Perhaps you sing in your school choir and you just want to sing louder. Maybe you have an audition to prepare for and need help learning music and performance techniques. Maybe you just like to sing at home, but want to have fun learning to sing better. Everyone can learn and benefit from voice lessons. Ages 5-12. ____________________________________________________

Kids Night Out Saturday, March 3 Parents, plan your next date night today! Drop your child(ren) off at the JCC on March 3, for an amazing night for your sons and daughters. For the boys, we are going to have a boys club night full of basketball games, flag football, burgers and hotdogs. For your daughters, it will be a night at the “spa” with mani-pedis, facials and more. We guarantee an unforgettable night for your child(ren) with all of their friends so sign up today to guarantee your spot. Ages 5-12. Now let’s recap: Fun night out? Dinner for the kids? A night of unforgettable fun for your child? Everything at the MJCC? Sat 6:30-9:00pm | 3/3 | $30m/$40nm | 17503104

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Piano Lessons Our accomplished instructor, Alla Ilyin, is waiting for YOU to play the piano. You are never to young or old to learn. Whether you are looking for a new hobby or want to become the next Bach, Piano Lessons at the MJCC are the best in town. Ages 5-12. ____________________________________________________ Guitar Lessons Take private guitar lessons with Michelle Bush and learn to play your favorite songs while gaining practical guitar skills. All skill levels are welcome and can learn all styles from classical to rock. Lessons include music fundamentals and reading. Ages 5-12. ___________________________________________________

Youth Theater

Performance Dates Join us for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz as put on by our youth theater team. Purchase tickets at the MJCC front desk for $5 each. Show Dates: April 4 at 6:30pm and April 7 at 2:30pm ____________________________________________________

youth School Is Out JCC Is In

Study Shack

School Is Out JCC Is In is the place for your children when school is out! Drop them off at the JCC and they will enjoy a day of swimming, sports, art, camp games and much more! Drop off begins at 7am and lasts until 6pm for only $50! Drop your child(ren) off and let us take care of the rest, just pack them a lunch, a swim suit and a towel. Ages 5-12.

Every parent wants to pick up their child from an afterschool program with all of their homework completed. With qualified teen staff, an amazing game room and the return of the Youth Yoga component (every Friday), this is the perfect environment for your child to improve his/her health and report card. Is your child enrolled in another amazing JCC activity? If so don’t worry, our staff will make sure they change clothes and escort them to and from the activity. Ages 5-12.

March 29

Purchase a Study Shack card at the MJCC front desk. Get 20 sessions for $200 and use the sessions as needed. One day drop-in is $12.

Fri 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/29 | $50m/$60nm | 17513109

May 27- Memorial Day

Mon 7:00am-6:00pm | 5/28 | $50m/$60nm | 17513111

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Spring Break Camp

March 11-15 The birds are chirping, the weather is officially getting HOT and your child(ren) is/are off from school! Bring your child(ren) to the JCC to enjoy water games, sports, art, swimming and all of their favorite camp games! Your child(ren) will have a choice between Art or Sports each morning and all of the group will meet back together for lunch and afternoon activities each day. With art projects that will have your kids begging to come back the next day, or sports such as soccer, basketball and flag football, you know each day will be more fun than the last. Just bring a lunch, bathing suit and towel and leave the rest up to us! Sign up online or at the front desk today! Ages 5-12. Mon-Fri 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/11-3/15 | $225m | 17513103 Mon 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/11 | $50m/$60nm | 17513104 Tue 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/12 | $50m/$60nm | 17513105 Wed 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/13 | $50m/$60nm | 17513106 Thur 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/14 | $50m/$60nm | 17513107 Fri 7:00am-6:00pm | 3/15 | $50m/$60nm | 17513108

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Master Chef Cooking Series

Passover Party Time March 17 Cooking amazing food for Passover is difficult for anyone. Wouldn’t it be easier if you not only had a helper in the kitchen, but a “sous chef”? Enroll your child(ren) in this cooking lesson that teaches them the art of cooking Kosher for Passover as well as embracing the value of this most important holiday! Matzah at its finest! Sign-ups are limited so hurry and sign your child up today online or at the front desk! Ages 8-12.

Attention Riverdale Parents: Every day, the MJCC will send a bus to Riverdale to pick up the children that have signed up for study shack and bring them to the JCC! Get 20 sessions complete with transportation for only $300. Without Transportation: Mon-Fri 3:00-6:00pm | $200m/ card | Drop In Fee: $12m per day With Transportation (Riverdale only): Mon-Fri 3:00-6:00pm | $300m/card | Drop In Fee: $18m per day Parents must contact the MJCC in order to schedule transportation and drop in per day.

____________________________________________________ New! The Class YOU want, when YOU want it! INTRODUCING: “Create Your Own Class” option at the MJCC Art House.

It truly is as simple as that! If you have any questions please contact Amy Hutcheson at 901.409.7515 and get started today!

Sun 2:00-4:15pm | 3/17 | $25m | 17503105

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Congratulations to the Markell School of Dance for a fabulous production of “A Dark Night”

IT’S HAPPENING AT GPAC

Van Cliburn International Piano Celebration Saturday, MarCh 16 | 8 PM Tickets begin at $25 (plus handling fee) Show Sponsor:

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staff highlight Dallas K. Payne

Sports & Fitness Intern

The MJCC is excited to introduce our new Sports & Fitness Intern, Dallas K. Payne. Dallas has joined the team to help in the Wellness Center as well as in the athletics department. The Wellness and Athletic Departments have been working with University of Memphis interns since the summer of 2010. Interns for these departments must be seeking a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Nutrition or Recreation/Physical Education. At the MJCC, these interns are exposed to everything from assisting the instructors of ECC P.E. classes to wellness coaching, with tons of other opportunities in between. After interning at the MJCC, many of the interns have formed relationships with members and other staff that encourage them to continue working at the MJCC long after completing their internship. Dallas is a senior at the University of Memphis in Exercise & Sports Science. He was born in Nashville, TN and grew up playing all kinds of sports. In high school, he played football and baseball and he ran track & field. Dallas loves playing football but admits that he is best at baseball. Dallas explains, “Baseball was my calling, I played left field; it felt natural and I was good at it.” He currently plays golf, takes bass guitar lessons and loves learning something new every day. He also loves playing in baseball and softball leagues with friends. “I’ve already met a lot of interesting people and everyone here at the MJCC has been so friendly,” explains Dallas. He is excited to get hands on experience that he cannot get in a classroom and to learn from the highly trained professionals working in the athletics and wellness departments here at the MJCC. Dallas is not exactly sure what he wants to do when he graduates but he is planning to join the National Guard following graduation. The MJCC welcomes Dallas and hopes all the members will introduce themselves to him when they see him.

MJCC Staff Directory Larry Skolnick

Executive Director

lskolnick@jccmemphis.org

Dave McConnico

Chief Financial Officer

dmcconnico@jccmemphis.org

Amy Belk Hagar

Assistant Membership & Marketing Director

ahagar@jccmemphis.org

Anna Shabtay

Membership & Marketing Director

ashabtay@jccmemphis.org

Christen Skinner

Assistant Wellness Director

cskinner@jccmemphis.org

Danny Fadgen

Aquatics Director

dfadgen@jccmemphis.org

Jason Redd

Assistant Athletics Director

jredd@jccmemphis.org

Jennifer Roberts

Senior Adult Coordinator

jroberts@jccmemphis.org

Kristin Bihler

Markell School of Dance Artistic Director

dance@jccmemphis.org

Lauren Carr

Wellness Director

lcarr@jccmemphis.org

Lindsey Olswanger

Assistant Early Childhood Director

lolswanger@jccmemphis.org

Michelle Gross

Early Chidhood Director

mgross@jccmemphis.org

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TRIBUTES

The Mariette and Herbert Shainberg Endowment Fund receives all gifts and requests not specifically designated for other purposes. Other special tribute funds available are the Building Fund, the Dorothy and Nathan Shainberg Scholarship Fund, Morris and Mollye Fogelman Ellis Island Fund, Stanley Zellner Memorial Fund and Day Camp Scholarship Fund.

In Memory Of Marty Blachman

Bobbie & Aaron Brenner Barbara Bronze Randy Evans Frances Evensky

In Memory Of con’t... Cheri & Henry Rudner Harriet & Louis Strasberg Jamie & Glenn Goldring Jenny & Larry Baer Judy Gerber Kara & Paul Bierman Linda & Don Pelts Lisa & Ken Levy and Family Margo & Todd Gruen Nancy & Louis Brenner Kara & Paul Bierman Jennifer & Joe Roberts Jill & Ken Steinberg Kara & Paul Bierman Saralyn & Danny Weiss

Debra & Alex Saharovich Eileen & Steve Wishnia Eileen & Steve Wishnia Joy & Larry Wilk Judy & Michael Edleson & Family Kara & Paul Bierman Margo & Todd Gruen Rayna & Michael Greenberg & Family The Feler Family Edward Green Cheri & Henry Rudner Ron Grossman Larry & Sophie Skolnick Blema Kaplan Donna & Robert Nathan & Family Blema Kaplan Dr. Gary Mantell Marilyn & Harvey Cook Fred Kesselman Dr. & Mrs. Jon Jenkins Eileen & Steve Wishnia Harriet & Louis Strasberg Jennifer & Joe Roberts Jill & Ken Steinberg Joanna, Lee, Ellie, Sasha & Macie Mendelson Kara & Paul Bierman Linda & Don Pelts Margo & Todd Gruen Maxine & Don Gold Mindy & Harry Diament Saralyn & Danny Weiss Sue Ann & Bernard Lipsey Susan & Barry Chase & Lindsey Olswanger Esther Klotwog Cheri & Henry Rudner Susan & Barry Chase & Lindsey Olswanger

Bernard Lansky

Bari & Rick Eiseman Dr. Gary Mantell Eileen & Steve Wishnia Harriet & Louis Strasberg Jamie & Glenn Goldring Jenny & Larry Baer Jill & Ken Steinberg Joy & Larry Wilk Kara & Paul Bierman Margo & Todd Gruen Mary Lynn & Arnold Perl Robin & Billy Orgel Susan & Barry Chase Susan & Greg Gilluly

Lavern Lehman Alice Levitch Sue Magnes

Margo & Todd Gruen Jennifer & Joe Roberts Lisa & Ken, Jordan, Cara Levi Robin & Billy Orgel Susan & Raymond Evans

Bob Milman David Poulin Alvin Salomon Honey Lipman Saltzman Melvin Silver Harriet Stern

In Honor Of con’t...

Harriet & Louis Strasberg Harriet & Louis Strasberg Jill & Ken Steinberg Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Evans Linda & Don Pelts Joy & Larry Wilk Mary Lynn & Arnold Perl

Shira & Reuven, Beryl, Dena Grant Mary Nell Stevens Miriam & Gene Epstein Mary Weinberg Harriet & Louis Strasberg

In Honor Of Jack Belz

Dr. Gary Mantell Dr. Irving Cherny Dr. Bradley Harris & Dr. Kevin Walls Dr. Marc Cohen Dr. Kevin Walls & Dr. Bradley Harris Jay Daneman Jay Balkin Edya Finkelstein’s Bar Mitzvah Eileen & Steve Wishnia Dr. Denis Freiden Dr. Kevin Walls & Dr. Bradley Harris

Sandy Goldstein’s Special Birthday Hallie & Russ Elliot Peggy & L.R. Jalenak, Jr. Dr. Gordon Gruen Dr. Bradley Harris & Dr. Kevin Walls Dr. Todd Gruen Dr. Bradley Harris & Dr. Kevin Walls Randy Karchmer Anneliese Watts Bernard Lansky Joy & Larry Wilk Betzy Lynch Jill & Ken Steinberg Emilie Ratner MJCC Arthritis Aquatics Class Mary Shainberg’s Birthday Alyne & George Matz Jill & Ken Steinberg Cathy & Craig Weiss Dr. Norman Towbin Dr. Kevin Walls & Dr. Bradley Harris Barrie Weiser Ellen & Herbert Lebovits Lisa & Ken, Jordan, Cara Levi Louise & Jerry Sklar Dr. Danny Weiss Dr. Bradley Harris & Dr. Kevin Walls Dr. Larry Weiss Dr. Kevin Walls & Dr. Bradley Harris Dr. Edward Wiener Dr. Bradley Harris & Dr. Kevin Walls

For Recovery Of Julie Arney

Arthur Buring David Buring Avron Fogelman Jerome Makowsky Marilyn Notowich Joan Solomon Dr. Bill Weiss Dr. Danny Weiss Harold Wormser

Robin & Billy Orgel Roslyn & Lester Lit Jane & David Sorin Judy Gerber Cathy & Craig Weiss Linda & Don Pelts Peggy & L.R. Jalenak, Jr. Bryna & Mel Woodman Doris & Butch Califf Sara & Steve Kaplan Kara & Paul Bierman Leah Jean & Richard Snyder Kara & Paul Bierman