January-March 2017 MJCC Scene by Memphis Jewish Community Center

Memphis Jewish Community Center

scene

Robbie Gringras Israeli Artist in Residence January 20–29

Dr. Rachel Korazim Israeli Scholar in Residence March 3–10 there’s something about this place® Memphis Jewish Community Center 6560 Poplar Avenue

Memphis, TN 38138

(901) 761–0810

January–March 2017 / Tevet 5777–Nisan 5777

jccmemphis.org

a letter from our chairman Dear Members, Walk into the MJCC on Friday mornings and you will see 16 infants and 180+ preschool children enjoying Kabbalat Shabbat in our lobby. Walk almost anywhere in and around the MJCC during the Summer and you will find more than 300 children swimming and playing at our day camp. On Wednesdays, peek into our social hall to see at least 20 senior adults in exercise class. All of these are wonderful programs serving our many members, but there is a hidden gem at our Center which isn’t in the limelight as much as our Early Childhood, Day Camp or Senior Adults departments but serves a growing segment of our Jewish community. In January of 2015, Jewish Family Services became a department of our MJCC and began serving the most vulnerable members of our community – our senior population, those with special needs Jewish families in crisis, Jewish families living in poverty as well as homeless Jews in Memphis. JFS provides an array of social services such as Shalom Taxi, Friendly Visitors, Home-Delivery Meals, Counseling, Intake and Referral Case Management, Emergency Assistance, Kosher Food Pantry, Special Needs Programing, Classes and Support Groups and a connection to additional services needed through collaborative relationship with their clients to enhance their well-being and help them strive. The staff approaches their mission with the highest level of responsibility, professionalism and integrity. Just a few highlights: The MJCC Kosher meals program for elderly seniors addresses these needs by providing an onsite Kosher MIFA congregate meal site, the only kosher meal option available in the greater Memphis area, and one of the only congregate meal sites in this immediate vicinity. Through our home meals delivery program, we served 4,214 meals to 41 people in 2015. Through September of 2016, over 5,725 meals have been served to 44 people. We have delivered 149 bags of non-perishable food to 32 people from our Kosher Food pantry, which only opened in January of this year. The Shalom Taxi program provides homebound seniors and disabled community members with rides and door-todoor assistance for doctor’s appointments, grocery shopping, errands, and to social events and gatherings as well. This year we have provided over 1900 one ways trips. Our Special Needs program offers an array of services/programming for children and adults, as well as their families and caregivers. In 2015, 103 persons and caregivers were served and through the end of September this year 110 people were assisted. Through our Emergency Financial assistance, we aided 24 individuals and families in 2015 and in 2016 we have helped 16 through September 2016. Good work helping others continue to be a meaningful part of JFS at the MJCC. If you or someone you know can benefit from any of our services, please reach out to JFS at (901) 767-8511. I look forward to seeing you soon! B’Shalom,

Gary Makowsky register online at jccmemphis .org/register

in this issue Table of Contents Early Childhood Center 4 Camp 365 5 Art House 5 Me & My Guy Sweetheart Dance 6 Music Lessons 6 J-Club 6 Camp Carnival 7 CJLL Community Voices Initiative 8 CJLL Visiting Scholars Program 8 CJLL Israeli in Residence Series 9 CJLL Holiday Programs 9 JFS Social Services 10 JFS Classes & Support Groups 11 Adult Services 12 Adult Club Monthly Luncheons 13 AARP Smart Driver Class 13 Maximizing Your SS Retirement Benefits 13 Hadassah Book Club 13 Paragon Casino Trips 13 Aquatics 14–15 Memphis Mile 15 Lifeguard Training Schedule 15 International Jewish Film Festival 16 JCC Maccabi Games 2017 16 Holistic Learning/ Cultural Arts 17 Yitzchok Moully Art Exhibit 17 Tennessee Craft–Southwest Art Exhibit 18 Memphis/ Germantown Art League Exhibit 18 Personal Training 18 J-Fit with Kate 18 Kids FitRanX 19 Aikido 19 Youth Gymnastics 19 Stroller Strides 19 Athletics 20–22 Dance Important Dates 22 Dance Schedule 23–24 Legacies 25 MJCC Staff Directory 26 Tributes 27

MJCC Upcoming Holiday Schedule Holiday

Date

Hours

Sat, Dec 24

12pm–5:45pm

Sun, Dec 25

Open Regular Hours

New Year's Eve

Sat, Dec 31

12pm–5:45pm

New Year's Day

Sun, Jan 1

Closed

Mon, Apr 10

Close at 5:45pm

Tue, Apr 11

Closed

Wed, Apr 12

Closed

Mon, Apr 17

Closed

Tue, Apr 18

Closed

Christmas

Passover

FACILITY HOURS OF OPERATION: Sunday 8:00am–5:45pm Monday–Thursday 5:30am–9:45pm Friday 5:30am–5:45pm Saturday 12:00pm–8:45pm

Registering for MJCC classes

has never been easier!

Just check the dates, and then check your calendar! Class registration for the whole family is a snap, whether online or at the Member Services Desk. Give us a call at (901) 761-0810 if you have any questions, and we’ll be glad to help. Fri 3:15 – 4:15pm | 8/3 – 10/1 | $100 fee/$85m | 1743

class day and time

price dates ice discount per rs

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course nu m ber

early childhood center Bete'avon – Enjoy Your Meal!

Toddler Sports

Pre–K and JK • 3 by 8/15/16

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.

Ms. Saucery will help your child learn his or her way around a garden and the kitchen. Through hands-on projects, students will learn about different fruits and vegetables and healthy eating in general. Mon 2:15–2:45pm | 1/9–2/27 | $86 fee/$69m | 3949 Mon 2:15–4:45pm | 3/6–4/24 | $101 fee/$81m | 3950 No class 1/16, 2/20 & 4/17.

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 materials. Robotic lessons introduce robotics vocabulary and age appropriate programming with hands-on Robot building and action!

Transition and Pre–K • 3 by 12/31/16 Wed 3:15–3:45pm | 1/11–3/1 | $150 fee/$120m | 3820 Wed 3:15–3:45pm | 3/8–4/26 | $113 fee/$90m | 3955

Yeladim Yoga Ms. Tiffany is excited to be teacher yoga this session! Little Yogis will learn basic yoga poses and breathing practices through the use of games, art and storytelling. We will build a great foundation for positive body awareness, motor skills and self control both physically and mentally.

Pre–K and JK • 3 by 8/15/16

Transition, Pre-K and JK • 3 by 12/31/16

Wed 2:30–3:00pm | 1/11–3/1 | $150 fee/$120m | 3954

Fri 3:15–3:45pm | 1/13–3/3 | $115 fee/$92m | 3821

Wed 2:30–3:00pm | 3/8–4/26 | $113 fee/$90m | 3956

Fri 3:15–3:45pm | 3/10–4/28 | $115 fee/$92m | 3951

No class 3/15 and 4/12.

No class 4/14.

the school year! Campers go on fun field trips, play awesome camp games, choose their favorite activity during electives, swim in the indoor pool and hang out with friends! For each Camp 365 day, campers should bring a lunch, bathing suit, and towel. A snack will be provided.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan 16 • Grades K–6 There will be a field trip.

PRE-PAY BY 1/9 AND SAVE $10.

Mon 7:30am–6pm | 1/16 | $75 fee/$65m | 3883

District Learning Day Feb 10 • Grades K–6 There will be a field trip.

PRE-PAY BY 2/3 AND SAVE $10

Fri 7:30am–6pm | 2/10 | $75 fee/$65m | 3884

Spring Holiday April 14 • Grades K–6 There will be a field trip.

PRE-PAY BY 4/5 AND SAVE $10

Fri 7:30am–6pm | 4/14 | $75 fee/$65m | 3891

New youth programming coming to the Art House

CAMP

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It is every kid's dream - Camp during

365

Br eaks!

Spring Break Mar 13–17 • Grades K–6 Field Trips will be on Tue, 3/14 and Thu, 3/16.

PRE-PAY BY 3/3 AND SAVE $50 WHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR A FULL WEEK! 3/13-17 7:30am–6:00pm | $350 fee/$300m | 3885

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January 2017!

Be on the lookout for more information!

youth & family

me & my guy

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J Club After–School Program J Club is the perfect place for kids to unwind, have fun with friends and get their homework done after school! Your child will have supervised homework time, free time in our game room, counselor-led activities, and a chance to run around and make new friends. A snack is served each day, and staff will escort your child to and from MJCC afterschool activities like dance, swim team or tennis. J Club is an annual commitment and will be billed monthly from July 2016-April 2017. All monthly payments are paid the month prior to services. Days of attendance must be selected at the time of registration and remain consistent.

Call (901) 761-0810 or register in person at the Member Services Desk in the lobby.

Grades K–6 Mon–Fri 3–6pm • 8/8/2016–5/27/2017

Music Lessons Derek Brookshire has served for the last three 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) 6049414 for questions or to arrange lesson times.

Attendance

Yearly Fees

Class #

5 days/week $2196.50/$1910m

3530

4 days/week $1756.05/$1527m

3531

3 days/week $1316.75/$1145m

3532

2 days/week

$878.60/$764m

3533

1 day/week

$438.15/$381m

3534

5 w/transport* $3425.85/$2979m

3535

4 w/transport* $2740.45/$2383m

3536

3 w/transport* $2055.05/$1787m

3537

2 w/transport* $1369.65/$1191m

3538

1 w/transport*

3539

$695.75/$605m

*Transport includes Riverdale and Bornblum Jewish Community School only.

Camp Carnival at the

Sunday, February 26 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 2017! Enjoy the moon bounce, carnival games and prizes, face painting and popcorn! Camp staff will be on hand to answer any questions! Register at Camp Carnival to take advantage of our monthly payment plan.

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jewish living & learning CJLL Community Voices Initiative Jewish text study has always been rooted in the Chavruta model – an interactive study between a pair of students who analyze, discuss and debate. To serve our mission faithfully, the CJLL also requires a Chavruta – a role we turn over to our members. The CJLL Community Voices Initiative is but one conscious forum for us to hear and grow from each of you.

Running Dialogue Running Dialogue is a monthly talk back initiative where we solicit answers from our community to seemingly simple questions

J.J. Goldberg–Tobin Israel Debate Mon, Jan 9 at 7pm • $10 fee/$7m • #3927

Left vs. Right

The Battle for Israel's Soul A conversation on Israel between two accomplished friends from opposite sides of the political spectrum. Is Israel locked in a tragic dispute between two peoples claiming the same land or a global conflict between Western democracy and Islamist terrorism? Is partition into two states the only way to ensure Israel’s survival or is it the surest path to ever-increasing bloodshed and possibly even endangering Israel’s survival? Through these questions and others, Tobin and Goldberg will demonstrate intelligent and principled disagreement drawn from shared values and a love for Israel.

knowing that the answers are likely to inspire, educate, and entertain us beyond anything we can imagine as we draft them. You can answer these questions and grow from the answers of others via MJCC’s social media and website, or by submitting your response to Rabbi Harris. Upcoming Questions: Jan: Who’s your personal Jewish hero? Why? Feb: What’s your favorite Jewish food? When did you first try it? Mar: What’s the best Jewish joke you know? What about it makes it so good?

CJLL J-Ed Visiting Scholars Program The J-Ed Visiting Scholars Program seeks to capitalize on outstanding opportunities for Jewish learning which exist beyond our local Memphis community by providing venue and support to bring high level Jewish educators, thought leaders, and cultural icons to our proverbial doorsteps. register online at jccmemphis .org/register

Jonathan S. Tobin

Jonathan S. Tobin is the senior online editor and chief political blogger of Commentary, the neo-conservative magazine of opinion and ideas covering American politics, international affairs, Judaism and social, cultural and literary issues.

Tobin was executive editor of The Jewish Exponent in Philadelphia from 1998 through 2008. He is a frequent commentator on domestic politics, Israel, and Jewish affairs. J.J. Goldberg is editor-at- large of The Forward, where he served as editor in chief for seven years. In the past, he served as U.S. bureau chief of the Israeli newsmagazine Jerusalem Report, managing editor of The Jewish J.J. Goldberg Week and as a nationally syndicated columnist in Jewish weeklies. He previously served as an education specialist with the World Zionist Organization in Jerusalem and was a member and secretary of Kibbutz Gezer, near Tel Aviv. Goldberg is the author of Jewish Power: Inside the American Jewish Establishment, published in 1996.

jewish living & learning CJLL Israeli in Residence Series The Israeli in Residence Series bridges our community with Israel through connections with diverse and talented Israeli personalities. This program is made possible by a grant from the Lemsky Endowment Fund of Jewish Community Partners.

Robbie Gringras, Israeli Artist in Residence Jan 20–29 Through performance art, storytelling, and charismatic education, participants will be made to think deeply about their connection with Judaism and Israel as they grapple with the religious-secular divide, confront the effects of living with a prolonged and seemingly elusive dream for peace, and celebrate the complexities of life in Israel. Robbie Gringras is a Britishborn Israeli, writing, performing, and teaching about Israel and being Jewish. He has performed on London’s West End and throughout the world with his own original Robbie Gringras plays. His solo shows have been performed in Israel, UK, Australia, USA, Canada, Russia, and Mexico in English, Hebrew, and Spanish. He has taught and published widely on the arts in Jewish and Israel education, especially in his work as Creative Director of Makom Israel Education Lab. More information to follow regarding scheduled appearances at the MJCC and partner agencies.

Dr. Rachel Korazim, Israeli Scholar in Residence Mar 3–10 Israeli contemporary literature offers a unique point of view into the complex narratives of our society. Through the richness of challenging learning experiences, participants will be guided to explore, critique, laugh and sometimes shed a tear at beautifully worded images of day to day life in Israel.

Dr. Rachel Korazim is a freelance Jewish education consultant in curriculum development for Israel and Holocaust education. Dr. Korazim opens for her Dr. Rachel Korazim audiences a window to Israeli society through literature; through stories, poems and songs of the best of Israel’s writers, she invites listeners to engage with Israel in an innovative way. Until 2008, she had been the Academic Director of Distance learning programs at The Jewish Agency For Israel Department of Education. Dr. Korazim teaches at Israel’s well known learning centers such as Pardes and the Shalom Hartman Institute as well as numerous world Jewish communities. More information to follow regarding Dr. Rachel Korazim's scheduled appearances at the MJCC and at our partner agencies.

CJLL Holiday Programs Tu B’Shvat Seed Planting Sun, Feb 12 at Noon–2pm Learn about Tu B’Shvat while you plant some parsley in the MJCC lobby! With a little care, your parsley will grow in time for you to use it as Karpas at your Passover Seder!

Lobby Mannequin Purim Costume Contest Want to be a fashion designer or costume creator? Convinced that you have the best idea for a Purim costume ever? Do you want to claim bragging rights for an entire year? If you answered yes to any of these questions, look for details regarding how to enter this year’s Lobby Mannequin Purim Costume Contest. If you answered no, costumes will be on display in the lobby of the MJCC from Rosh Chodesh Adar (Feb 26) through Shushan Purim (Mar 13), with an opportunity to vote for your favorite costume! follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

jewish family service JFS at the MJCC provides an array of compassionate social services and a connection to any additional services needed. We form collaborative relationships with you, our clients, to enhance your well-being and help you thrive.

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

Counseling The counseling program at JFS provides individual, couples, and family therapy for adults and adolescents. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact JFS at (901) 767-8511.

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. Interested in volunteering with JFS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; contact Janet Rubin, Intake and Referral and Volunteer Coordinator, at (901) 767-8511 or jrubin@jccmemphis.org.

a ride, contact JFS at (901) 767-8511.

Kosher Frozen Meal Program

Special Needs Program

JFS offers food to seniors and persons with disabilities through the Kosher Frozen Meal Program. This is a collaborative effort between Jewish Community Partners, MIFA, and JFS. Through this program, recipients receive five frozen meals each week. For more information, contact Shyla Brown at (901) 767-8511 or sbrown@jccmemphis.org.

JFS Special Needs program offers a variety of services to those living with developmental and acquired disabilities and their caregivers. For adults with special needs, JFS has a long-standing social singles group designed to enhance independence and quality of life through activities including: ice cream socials, Third Thursday lunch and learn, equestrian therapy, Redbirds and Grizzlies games, bowling, and canoe trips as well as advocacy education. In addition, JFS is reaching out to the teens and tweens who are interested in a social group of their own. For more information about this program, contact Bill Monroe at (901) 767-8511 or bmonroe@jccmemphis.org.

Cake, Coffee, and Conversation A program for Holocaust survivors, followed by a time to socialize. Meetings are on the first Wednesday of each month from 10:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11:30am at JFS. This program assists Holocaust survivors with completion of Claims Conference and Blue Card applications. For more information or to make an appointment, contact JFS Counselor Rashki Osina at (901) 259-9216 or rosina@jccmemphis.org. register online at jccmemphis .org/register

Kosher Pantry at JFS In response to the Memphis Jewish Community, JFS opened a kosher pantry January 2016. JFS provides shelf-stable food to supplement the frozen meal program and serves those who are food insecure but ineligible for the frozen meals. Donated items needed in the pantry include: kosher food such as canned tuna in water, vegetables, pasta and pasta sauce, soup, canned fruit, and peanut butter and paper products. For more information or to make a donation, please contact JFS at (901) 767-8511.

Case Management and Care for Seniors JFS at the MJCC enhances the lives of seniors and helps older adults maintain the highest level of independence by providing case management and comprehensive support to them and their loved ones. Contact Gayle Resneck at (901) 767-8511 or gresneck@jccmemphis.org.

jewish family service Nate and Minnie Bernstein Fund Applications for the Nate and Minnie Bernstein Scholarship Fund will be accepted January 1 – March 31, 2017. This fund is for educational expenses. For more information or to obtain an application contact. Shyla Brown at (901) 767-8511 or sbrown@jccmemphis.org.

Classes

Parenting through Divorce A state-mandated co-parenting class for couples who are getting divorced and have minor children. Pre-registration is required.$55 advance pay/$60 day of program Wed 5:00–9:00pm | 2/22 | 3960 Wed 5:00–9:00pm | 1/11 | 3957 Wed 5:00–9:00pm | 1/25 | 3958 Wed 5:00–9:00pm | 3/8 | 3961 Wed 5:00–9:00pm | 2/8 | 3958 Wed 5:00–9:00pm | 3/22 | 3962

Thriving Not Just Surviving A four week course utilizing the Bowen Family Systems model that teaches you how to thrive after divorce. Sessions will be lead by Gayle Resneck, LMSW, Senior Services Manager who has over 6 years of experience teaching the Bowen model. Wed 5:30–7:30pm | 1/11–2/1 | $108 fee/$99m | 3963 Wed 5:30–7:30pm | 2/22–3/15 | $108 fee/$99m | 3964

Support Groups A time to come together to share experience, strength, hope, and to provide comfort and encouragement. These groups focus on care for the caregiver. There is no charge for the support groups.

Ongoing Support Groups

Day

Time

3rd Tuesdays

10:30–11:30am

DAYTIME GROUPS Embracing Change Support Group

Focuses on issues related to loss and life challenges. This gathering is in partnership with Crossroads Hospice. Caregivers of Adults with Special Needs Support Group

4th Tuesdays

2–3pm

Focuses on issues associated with taking care of loved ones living with developmental and acquired disabilities. Caregivers of Children with Special Needs Support Group

4th Sundays

4:15–5:15pm

Focuses on issues associated with taking care of loved ones living with developmental and acquired disabilities. EVENING GROUPS Crohn’s Disease and Colitis Support Group

1st Tuesdays

7–8pm

Focuses on issues related to living with Crohn’s Disease and Colitis.

There is no need to sign up for ongoing support groups – simply go to the Member Services Desk in the MJCC lobby. For more information on our support groups or programming, please contact Jewish Family Service at (901) 767–8511 or visit jccmemphis.org/JFS. follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

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.

Tuesdays

Thursdays

1/3 … Movie at the MJCC (TBD)

1/5 … BINGO! .25/card

1/10 … MLGW Speaker 1/17 …

1/12 … MJCC ECC visits Seniors

Speaker: Lynn Doyle - Delta Medical Center Topic: Communicating Your Feelings to Others

1/24 … Israeli Artist in Residence: Robbie Gringras

1/19 …

Speaker: David Hodges - Boatwright Pharmacy Topic: SyncRx Program

1/26 … Musical Entertainment: Dulcimer Group

Trip to Dixon Gardens Conservatory to see "Bromeliad" exhibit

2/2 …

Speaker: City of Germantown Parks and Rec Topic: Volunteer Opportunites in Germantown

2/7 …

Trip to Dixon Art Gallery to see "State of the Art" exhibit - Pay what you can day!

2/9 …

Speaker: Annabelle Baer Topic: Trip to Ukraine

2/14 …

Trip to Pink Palace to see "Extreme Depths Mission to the Abyss" exhibit

2/16 …

1/31 …

2/21 … BINGO! .25/card

2/23 … Movie at the MJCC (TBD)

2/28 … Trip to Stein Mart and The Fresh Market

3/2 …

3/7 … Trip to Elmwood Cemetery. $5 admission fee 3/14 …

Trip to tour the Bobby Lanier Farm Park in Germantown

3/21 … BINGO! .25/card 3/28 … Trip to the Target

Speaker: Sherwood Platt, Brooks Art Gallery Topic: Red Grooms: Traveling Correspondent

Bus Tour of Shelby Farms $3 donation to the park

3/9 … Trip to Dollar Tree 3/16 … JFS Update 3/23 …

Dutch Treat trip to the Movies to see "Beauty and the Beast"

3/30 … Trip to Yogurt Mountain

Sunday Fun Day!

Meet us there, or grab a ride for $2. Questions? Contact Jennifer at (901) 259–9220 1/8 ... 2/26 ...

Trip to Brooks Museum of Art to see “Red Grooms: Traveling Correspondent Exhibit. $6 Admission fee Trip to Harrell Theatre to see "A Streetcar Named Desire" $15 admission fee, prepayable at MJCC Member Services Desk. 2:30pm showtime.

Day Trip to Union City to Discovery Park of America. Please contact Jennifer Roberts at (901) 259-9220 for details. register online at jccmemphis .org/register 3/26 ...

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.

Hadassah Book Club

Join us and read novels selected by club members. The group meets the second Tuesday of each month.

Tue 1:30–3:00pm | $12 fee/$8m | 3669

Tue, Jan 10 - "Blue" by Danielle Steel Tue, Feb 14 - "Circling the Sun" by Paula McLain

Wed, Jan 25 Marcela Pinilla and Accompanist guitar & vocals

Wed, Feb 22 Judi Gray vocals & keyboards

Wed, Mar 22 Den of Strings Trio

Tue, Mar 14 - "The Orphan Keeper" by Camron Wright

violin, upright bass, guitar & vocals

AARP Smart Driver Class February 27 & 28 • 9am-1pm

Call George Coleman at (901) 384-3581 to pay and reserve your spot.

Paragon Casino Trips

Maximizing Your Social Security Retirement Benefits

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, 2/15 Sam's Town

Wed, 3/15 Resorts

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

Monday, February 13 • 6pm

Join Lawson S. Arney, CFP®, for an interactive workshop to learn more about the issues surrounding your Social Security retirement benefits, including how job and marital status, taxes and age affect when to start drawing benefits. Social Security is a complex system of thousands of rules and this seminar will cover ways to maximize your social security benefits so you don’t miss out. This class is recommended for adults in their 50s and 60s

RSVP to Jennifer at 901-259-9220 or jroberts@jccmemphis.org follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

aquatics Beginning Swim

Advanced Swim

Level I Guppy/Level II Goldfish: Ages 3+

Level IV Sting Ray/Level V Shark: Ages 4+

Swimmers learn to float and swim on their own for about 10ft. under instructor supervision.

Swim farther and learn racing dives and competitive strokes in preparation for joining the swim team.

Jan–Mar

MonWed 3:15–3:45 | 1/9–3/1 | $208 fee/$176m | 3857

MonWed 2:15–3:15 | 1/9–3/1 | $208 fee/$176m | 3844

MonWed 3:15–3:45 | 3/6–4/26 | $169 fee/$143m | 3872

MonWed 4:00–4:30 | 1/9–3/1 | $208 fee/$176m | 3845

Private and Semi–Private Swim Lessons

Mar–Apr MonWed 2:15–3:15 | 3/6–4/26 | $169 fee/$143m | 3859

Private (1 Participant) Package of 4 Half–hour Lessons: $140 fee/$120m

Semi-Private (2 Participants) Package of 4 Half–hour Lessons: $210 fee/$180m

Arthritis Aquatics Exercise

MonWed 4:00–4:30 | 3/6–4/26 | $169 fee/$143m | 3860

Ages 40+

MonWed 4:45–5:15 | 3/6–4/26 | $169 fee/$143m | 3861

This class is designed by the Arthritis foundation to work on the flexibility and range of motion of the joints in a warm environment.

Intermediate Swim Level III Clown Fish: Ages 4+ Swim farther and learn dives and other strokes.

Mar–Apr

Triathlete/Masters Swim Training Ages 20+ Come join us for an organized and structured workout program for triathletes, fitness swimmers, and masters swimmers. Coach Danny Fadgen has been training swimmers of all ages for over 30 years.

Full Year

MonWed 2:15–3:15 | 3/6–4/26 | $169 fee/$143m | 3866

MWF 5:30–6:30am | 1/14–12/29 | $280 fee\$150m | 3858

MonWed 3:15–3:45 | 3/6–4/26 | $169 fee/$143m | 3867

Single Months

MonWed 5:30–6:00 | 3/6–4/26 | $169 fee/$143m | 3868

MWF 5:30–6:30am | 1/4–1/30 | $30 fee\$15m | 3877

TueThu 2:15–3:15 | 3/7–4/27 | $182 fee/$154m | 3869

MWF 5:30–6:30am | 2/3–2/27 | $30 fee\$15m | 3878

TueThu 4:00–4:30 | 3/7–4/27 | $182 fee/$154m | 3870

MWF 5:30–6:30am | 3/3–3/31 | $30 fee\$15m | 3879

TueThu 4:45–5:15 | 3/7–4/27 | $182 fee/$154m | 3871

MWF 5:30–6:30am | 4/3–4/28 | $30 fee\$15m | 3880

MEMPHIS MILE 2017 February 12 • Registration #3818

One Mile Swim (66 lengths or 33 laps) for time.

For more information, visit www.jccmemphis.org/MemphisMile

Aqua Fit

Instructor uses both shallow and deep water exercises but with more emphasis on the shallow. Mon–Fri 10–11am | $65 fee/$55m for 10-Class Card MonTue 6:15–7:15pm | $65 fee/$55m for 10-Class Card Buy your class card at the Member Services Desk.

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 Freestyle, with racing dives and flip turns.

Lifeguard Training: Ages 15+ Non-Members $260 / Members $210

Dates / Times February Sun, Feb 5 & 12 ... 12:30–5:30pm Mon, Feb 6 & 13 ... 4:30–8:30pm Wed, Feb 8 ... 4:30–8:30pm Thu, Feb 9 ... 6:00–9:00pm

Blue Dolphin I: Ages 4–8 MTWTh 4:30–5:15pm | 3/3–4/20 | 3881

March (Spring Break)

Non–Member: $320 / $260 for siblings Member: $240 / $200 for siblings

Mon, Mar 13 ... 12:00–5:00pm Tue, Mar 14 ... 12:00–6:00pm Thu, Mar 16 ... 12:00–6:00pm Fri, Mar 17 ... 12:00–5:00pm

MTWTh 5:15–6:15pm | 3/3–4/20 | 3882 Non–Member: $320 / $260 for siblings Member: $240 / $200 for siblings

3929

March Wed, Mar 1, 8 & 22 ... 5:30–9pm Sun, Mar 5 & 19 ... 5:30–9pm Mon, Mar 6 & 20 ... 1:00–5:30pm

Blue Dolphin II: Ages 9–16

Class #

3930

3931

April Mon, Apr 3 ... 5:00–9:30pm Wed, Apr 5 & 19 ... 5:00–9:30pm Thu, Apr 6 & 13 ... 6:00–9:30pm Mon, Apr 20 ... 6:00–9:30pm

3932

May Sun, May 7 & 21 ... 12:00–5:30pm Tue, May 9 & 16 ... 6:00–9:30pm Wed, May 10 ... 6:00–9:30pm Thu, May 18 ... 6:00–9:30pm

3933

For more times, go to

jccmemphis.org/Lifeguard follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

SAVE THE DATE! FEBRUARY 15–25, 2017

THE MORRI S AND MOLLYE

FOGELMAN

International

JEWISH Film Festival

Join us in Birmingham! July 30–August 4, 2017

Are you a Jewish teen between the ages of 13 and 16 and interested in being a part of the 2017 MJCC Maccabi Delegation? The JCC Maccabi Games® are an Olympic-style sporting competition. The week includes sports tournaments, evening social events, community service, long lasting friendships, and more. Each athlete is home housed with other athletes from their local delegation.

For tryout and general information, contact Rosalyn Knox, Program Director for Sports and Fitness, register online at jccmemphis .org/register at rknox@jccmemphis.org. 16 16

cultural arts Mindful Meditation Circle

taken his courses using the wisdom of your body

Wednesdays • 7:30–8:30pm

and mind to face stress, pain, and illness. Visit

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.

meditatewithdan.com for more information. Thu 7:00–8:30pm | 1/26–3/16 | $175 fee/$165m | 3948

Call Nancy Shapiro at (901) 484-1982 for more info.

Healing Meditation

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

with Daniel Lamontagne Ages 18+

through private instruction with Certified Zentangle

This is an 8-week course based on the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction clinic program at University of Massachusetts Medical Center, started by Jon Kabatt-Zinn, Ph.D. Thousands of people have

Teacher Paige Scheinberg. For more information or to schedule your class, please contact Paige Scheinberg at paige@SHINEONConsulting.com Hourly rate: $60 fee/$50m

shainberg art gallery Yitzchok Moully

In the gallery January 9–27 Yitzchok Moully creates distinctive pieces of Contemporary Jewish Art that combines the bright, bold colors prevalent in pop art with the timeless and sophisticated images of Judaica and the Jewish people. Moully’s original screen prints utilize ink and acrylic paints to represent traditional Judaica art themes for a modern generation. They are available in their original form, as limited edition repredouctions, and as print, canvas, and eCards for all to share and enjoy. Please feel free to browse the collection of contemporary Jewish art, as you are sure to find a piece that not only appeals to your sense of aesthetic beauty, but also stimulates and challenges your perception of Jewish art.

Opportunities to meet the artist: PopArt Wine and Cheese Saturday, January 14 at 7:30pm A wine and cheese evening of Jewish PopArt with Yitzchok Moully.

Exhibit and programs co-sponsored by Chabad Lubavitch of TN

Chabad Center for Jewish Life 2570 Kirby Parkway www.jewishmemphis.com Silk Screen Workshop with Yitzchok Moully Work in a comfortable environment to create your own unique piece of art using Moully’s simple yet exceptional methods of silkscreen printing. Sun 1:00–2:30pm | 1/15 | $10 per person | 3938

shainberg art gallery Tennessee Craft-Southwest

Opening Reception Feb 5 from 1–3pm In the Gallery Feb 5–26

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 9 from 5:30–7:30pm In the Gallery Mar 3–29

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.

TAKE YOUR FITNESS ROUTINE

fitness

TO THE NEXT LEVEL!

personal t rainers are availa ble AT THE ! Half Hour Sess ions start at JU ST $35! First– time buye rs get 3 one -ho ur sessions for JU ST $

9 9!

Contact Stepha nie Johnson at sjo hnson@jccmem or (901) 259-92 phis.org 37 to be set up with a Personal Visit jccmemph Tr ainer. is.org/wellness for more inform ation. register online at jccmemphis .org/register

J-Fit with Kate The Fitness Center is the new home of “J-Fit,” our new Functional Training Station. J-Fit provides options for all ages and ability levels to engage in a style of exercising to develop strength by utilizing primarily body weight training and freeform moving objects to get great results.

Single Classes $20 Non-Member / $10 Member

Unlimited Monthly $200 Non-Member / $100 Member

fitness Kids FitRanX

Gymnastics

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.

Tumble Jumpers 1: Ages 3–5 Introduction to gymnastics. Each session includes new games and skills, ensuring that class time is instructional, memorable, engaging, and fun! Mon 3:00–3:45pm | 1/9–1/30 | $52 fee/$42m | 3808

Ages 7–9

Mon 3:00–3:45pm | 3/6–3/27 | $52 fee/$42m | 3810

Aikido A Japanese martial art based on a philosophy of nonviolence. Students of all ages and fitness levels can advance through the ranks, learning traditional joint locks, throws, and wooden weaponry. Our curriculum also teaches strategies for selfdefense, stranger safety, and anti-bullying.

Ages 5–7: TueThu 5–6pm 1/10–1/31 | $60 fee/$50m | 3792 2/1–2/26 | $65 fee/$55m | 3793 3/7–3/30 | $65 fee/$55m | 3794 4/4–4/27 | $65 fee/$55m | 3795

Ages 8–13: TueThu 5:15–6:15pm 1/10–1/31 | $60 fee/$50m | 3965 2/1–2/26 | $65 fee/$55m | 3966 3/7–3/30 | $65 fee/$55m | 3967

Mon 3:00–3:45pm | 2/6–2/27 | $52 fee/$42m | 3809 Mon 3:00–3:45pm | 4/3–4/24 | $52 fee/$42m | 3811

Stroller Strides

1/8–1/29 | $85 fee/$75m | 3796

Stroller Strides® is a 60 minute stroller-based fitness program designed for moms with little ones. It incorporates power walking, strength, toning, songs and activities.

2/5–2/26 | $95 fee/$85m | 3797

Ages 6 months–3 years

3/1–3/29 | $105 fee/$95m | 3798

Wed 9:00–10:00am | 1/11–1/25 | $45 fee/$35m | 3816

4/4–4/27 | $65 fee/$55m | 3968

Ages 14+: Sun 1–2pm • Wed 7–8pm

4/2–4/26 | $95 fee/$85m | 3799

Wed 9:00–10:00am | 2/1–2/22 | $55 fee/$45m | 3817

athletics Developmental Sports

Super Servers Tennis: Ages 7–11

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

Sun 3:00–4:00pm | 3/5–4/23 | $125 fee/$105m | 3904

Ages 3–5

Youth Preseason Baseball Ages 7–11

Designed to teach players the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, pitching, catching, and base running. Take your game to the next level! MonWed 5:30pm–6:30pm | 2/13–3/8 | $150 fee/$125 | 3901

Youth Basketball

Spring Basketball League Ages 10–17 MJCC Competitive Basketball program provides an opportunity to compete at an advanced level, enabling players to learn basketball fundamentals and improve their individual skills. No guaranteed playing time. League dates are from March 19 through May 16. Sun TBD • Tue TBD 3/19–5/16 | $190 fee/$150m | 3924

Lil’ Dribblers Ages 6–9 (Co-Ed) Boys and girls will learn the basics of basketball. Bright colored basketballs and low hoops help keep kids motivated to find success. Tue 4:15–5:00pm | 2/21–3/21 | $80 fee/$65m | 3925

Youth Tennis

Stepping Stones Tennis: Ages 3–5 This program uses age and level appropriate drills in a fun and friendly environment. It offers fundamental skill-building exercises critical to learning early muscle memory. Thu 3:15–4:00pm | 3/9–4/27 | $145 fee/$120m | 3895

Mini Champs Tennis: Ages 4–6 Introduce your child to the fundamentals of tennis. No class April 10, 12, & 17. MonWed 3:45–4:30pm | 3/6–4/26 | $235 fee/$195m | 3903 register online at jccmemphis .org/register

Athletes improve their strokes and learn about agility, footwork, and point play strategy. No class April 16.

10U Orange • Ages 8–10 At this age, players build on their athletic abilities and integrate spatial and time constraints. Players utilize control, spin, and positioning to their advantage while also being able to consistently rally and cooperate with a partner. Learn to maintain proper technique during points and proficiency on serve. TueThu 4:30–5:30pm | 3/7–4/27 | $250 fee/$210m | 3905 No class April 11 & 18.

Youth Beginner's Tennis: Ages 10–15 In this introduction to tennis, players learn the fundamental strokes, lines of the court, how to keep score, and the basic rules. Wed 5:30–6:30pm | 3/8–4/19 | $110 fee/$90m | 3906

Junior Academy Tennis: Ages 11–17 Improve stroke mechanics, court movement, tennis IQ and strategy all in a fun, competitive environment with drills and point play. Fri 4:30–5:30pm | 3/10–4/21 | $130 fee/$105m | 3907

Youth Sports & Fitness Weightlifting 101: Ages 11–14

Master the basics first. Come join us as we will start from the ground up and implement a safe, fun, structured approach to strength training. This is a comprehensive program designed to establish a sound fitness base and improve basic motor skills. Sun 3:30–4:30pm | 1/8–2/26 | $125 fee/$100m | 3896 Sun 3:30–4:30pm | 3/5–4/30 | $115 fee/$90m | 3897 No class April 16.

Weightlifting Plus +: Ages 15–18 As physical development, emotional maturity, and training background increases, so does the exercise program. This class will focus on sport-specific exercises, while increasing volume and/or intensity. No class April 10, 12, 17 & 24. Sun 4:45–5:45pm | 1/8–2/26 | $125 fee/$100m | 3898 Sun 4:45–5:45pm | 3/12–4/23 | $115 fee/$90m | 3899

athletics Strength and Conditioning: Ages 10–15

Soccer Skill Development Clinic • Ages 6–12

The strength and conditioning field may be overwhelming, with false information everywhere. Come train with our Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Josh Wright, and don't fall victim to the commonalities of this ever-growing field. No class April 11 & 18.

Designed to introduce players to basic soccer techniques. Experienced coaches work with kids to hone existing or beginning skills. Clinic topics include ball mastery, first touch and turning, controlling the ball with different parts of the body, passing and receiving drills, and defensive techniques. Sun 12:30–1:30pm | 2/19–3/5 | $60 fee/$45m | 3902

TueThu 4:15–5:15pm | 3/7–4/27 | $170 fee/$145m | 3900

Youth Soccer Leagues

Registration Deadline: Mar 1 Youth Soccer: Jr. K–Kindergarten Beginners will learn the fundamentals of the game and have a blast with friends in a safe environment. Sun 1:30–2:30pm, Tue 5:00–5:30pm 3/5–5/7 | $100 fee/$80m | 3910

Youth Soccer: Grades 1–2 • Ages 6–7 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 3/5–5/21 | $125 fee/$100m | 3911

Youth Soccer: Grades 3–4 • Ages 8–9 The fields get bigger and the players get better. Players learn spacing and passing as it pertains to more developed soccer. Drills are more specific and games are more advanced.

Boys

Sun 2:30–3:30pm • MonWed 5:30–6:30pm 3/5–5/21 | $140 fee/$110m | 3912

Girls

Sun 2:30–3:30pm • MonWed 5:30–6:30pm 3/5–5/21 | $140 fee/$110m | 3913

Youth Soccer: Grades 5–7 • Ages 10–12 The under-12-year-old league teaches soccer at an advanced level. Players will concentrate on becoming a complete athlete with strength, agility, and quickness drills during practices.

Boys

Sun 1:30–2:30pm • MonThu 5:30–6:30pm 3/5–5/21 | $150 fee/$120m | 3914

Girls

Sun 1:30–2:30pm • MonThu 5:30–6:30pm 3/5–5/21 | $150 fee/$120m | 3915

Adult Basketball Leagues Registration Deadline: Jan 6

If you sign up and pay for all three seasons by Jan 6, you will receive a discount on the full year.

Men’s 18+ League Draft: Mon 1/9 • 6:30pm FULL YEAR - MJCC MEMBERS ONLY Jan–Dec 2017 | $210m | 3918 WINTER ONLY LEAGUE Thu 6:30–9:30pm | 1/19–5/18 | $125 fee/$90m | 3921

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. Wed 6:30–7:30pm | 3/8–4/26 | $120 fee/$105m | 3908 No class April 12.

Adult Intermediate Tennis Clinic: Ages 17+ For players with some prior experience. Main emphasis is on serve and ground strokes, and introducing volley and singles strategy. Thu 6:30–7:30pm | 3/23–4/27 | $130 fee/$105m | 3909 follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/memphisjcc

athletics Women’s Soccer League

Registration Deadline: Mar 3

Come kick the ball around and make some new friends. We encourage friendly competition and sportsmanship for players of all skill levels. Eight-game season.

Women Ages 17+

Wed 7:00–8:30pm | 3/15–5/24 | $45 per player | 3916

dance Important Dates and Information Sun, Jan 8 Semester Begins Mon, Jan 16 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – No Classes Sun, Feb 5–Sat , Feb 11 Parent Observation Week Sun, Apr 9–Tue, Apr 18 Passover/ Spring Break – No Classes Sun, Apr 30–Sat, May 6 Recital Prep Week – No classes for Movers & Shakers on Wed, May 3 Tue, May 2 Parent Observation: Pointe Prep Wed, May 3 Time TBA Dress Rehearsal: Lower School Thu, May 4 Time TBA Dress Rehearsal: Upper School Sun, May 7

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

Wed, May 10 Parent Observation: Movers & Shakers Lower School

Upper School

Ballet I • Ballet II • Ballet III-A • Tap I • Tap II

Hip Hop III • Ballet III-B • Ballet IV

Dance Fusion I • Dance Fusion II • Hip Hop II

Ballet V • Ballet VI • Modern • Dance Fusion III Recital Fee

All dancers (except Movers & Shakers, and Pointe Prep) will owe a recital production and costume fee for the Markell School of Dance Recital. This fee is due by Wed, Feb 1. Failure to submit payment may result in a dancer's inability to participate in the recital. The recital date is Sun, May 7 in the Belz Theater. A fee will be owed for each class a dancer is registered for. Recital Fee (1 class) | Due Wed 2/1 | $60 | 3842 Recital Fee (2 classes) | Due Wed 2/1 | $120 | 3843 register online at jccmemphis .org/register

dance Ballet I

Pointe Prep

Age 3–5 • Grades Pre-K–JK

Ages 11–18 • Grades 5–12

Students will love to engage their sense of play and imagination, and creative, improvisational experiences are always a part of class. This class provides students with strong and supportive preliminary skills and abilities that prepare them for Ballet II. If your child is a 3 year old that has not taken any dance class before they may be required to take one semester of Movers & Shakers before joining this Level I dance class.

This class is taken in conjunction with Ballet V. Specific strength and conditioning exercises and barre work are completed each class to develop the ability to go onto pointe. Please note this class is a conditioning class only; therefore, dancers will not create a performance piece for the end of year recital. 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. New students: please call for placement. Tue 5:30–6:45pm | 1/10–5/2 | $270 fee/$215m | 3839

Thu 3:30–4:15pm | 1/12–5/7 | $375 fee/$300m | 3833

Ballet II Ages 5–7 • Grades K–1 A more traditional ballet class, gently incorporating discipline with a class structure of warm-ups and very basic barre and center work. Wed 4:30–5:30pm | 1/11–5/7 | $375 fee/$300m | 3834

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. Students will 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.

Ballet III-A: Ages 6–8 • Grades 1–2 Sun 10:30–11:30am | 1/8–5/7 | $475 fee/$380m | 3835

Ballet III-B: Ages 6–9 • Grades 1–3 Sun 9:30–10:30am | 1/8–5/7 | $475 fee/$380m | 3836 Wed 5:30–6:30pm | 1/11–5/7 | $475 fee/$380m | 3837

Ballet IV Ages 9–12 • Grades 3–5 More challenging barre and more complicated center. Students will start to learn adagio and pirouettes on barre, croise-efface and balance on center, small and medium adagio and more. Previous training is required. New students: please call for placement.

Ballet V

Ages 11–18 • Grades 5–12 Intermediate Ballet level with more challenging barre and center work. Dancers interested in advancing to dancig 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 | 1/12–5/7 | $725 fee/$580m | 3840

Ballet VI

Ages 13–18 • Grades 9–12 Advanced Ballet level with appropriately complicated barre, center, and pointe work. Ballet VI dancers may choose, at no additional registration fee, to participate in either Hip Hop III (Sundays 2-3PM) or Modern (Mondays 6:307:30PM). Please note Ballet VI dancers will owe recital fee in the Spring for Ballet VI piece and the additional class Hip Hop or Modern. Previous training required. New students: please call for placement.

Ballet VI Schedule Pointe Prep Tue 5:30–6:45pm Extended Centre Work Tue 6:45–8:15pm Ballet Thu 6:30–8:30pm

dance Movers & Shakers

Ages 2 ½–3 • Older Toddler and Transition 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. Wed 3:30–4:15pm | 1/11–5/10 | $375 fee/$300m | 3824

Tap

Ages 3–8 • Grades Pre-K–2 Children learn tap by combining imagination and creativity along with the 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. If 3 year old is new to any dance class, they may be required to take one semester of Movers & Shakers before joining Tap I.

Level I: Ages 3–4 • Grades Pre-K and JK

Tue 3:30–4:15pm | 1/10–5/7 | $320 fee/$255m | 3825

Level II: Ages 5–8 • Grades K–2

Tue 4:30–5:30pm | 1/10–5/7 | $320 fee/$255m | 3826

Dance Fusion

Ages 3–12 • Grades Pre-K–6 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 3–4 • Pre-K and JK

Mon 3:30–4:15pm | 1/9–5/7 | $320 fee/$255m | 3827

Level II: Ages 5–8 • Grades K–2

Mon 4:30–5:30pm | 1/9–5/7 | $320 fee/$255m | 3828

Level III: Ages 8–12 • Grades 3–6

Mon 5:30–6:30pm | 1/9–5/7 | $320 fee/$255m | 3829

Hip Hop

Ages 8–18 • Grades 2–12 Hip Hop dancers will study a variety of core movements which they will then combine in a structured improvisational setting. Hip Hop is great for dancers to develop their own style, communication and expression of movement.

Level II: Ages 8–10 • Grades 2–4

Sun 1–2pm | 1/8–5/7 | $320 fee/$255m | 3830

Level III: Ages 12–18 • Grades 5–12

Sun 2–3pm | 1/8–5/7 | $320 fee/$255m | 3831 register online at jccmemphis .org/register

Modern Dance Ages 12–18 • Grades 5–12 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 | 1/9–5/7 | $320 fee/ $255m | 3832

Dance reminders! Markell School of Dance policies, faculty, dress requirements, MJCC holiday schedule, and more can be found on jccmemphis.org under Dance. • Enrollment in the School of Dance is on a semester basis. Dancers will remain in same level class from previous semester. • Tuition is payable at the time of registration and MUST be paid prior to attending classes. • Payment plans are available. Please see the Member Services Desk, or call (901) 761-0810. • 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? Email us!

dance@jccmemphis.org

MyFather

my children

planted for me Now I plant for

Ensuring a legacy is a personal pledge of faith. A commitment to keep the doors of our Memphis Jewish Community Center open wide for future generations. Your bequest or other planned gift will keep our MJCC strong for generations. For more information about the MJCC and about leaving a Legacy, please contact our Development Director or CEO at (901) 761-0810 or legacy@jccmemphis.org.

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Scheidt Family Foundation

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mjcc staff directory Adina Karasik

Jennifer Roberts

LaWanda Johnson

Robert Schneider

Early Childhood

Adult Services Director

Program Assistant

IT/Facilities Manager

Assistant Director

(901) 259-9220

(901) 259-9203

(901) 259-9223

(901)259-9209

jroberts@jccmemphis.org

ljohnson@jccmemphis.org

rschneider@jccmemphis.org

akarasik@jccmemphis.org

Jeremy Weiser

Barbara Byassee

Lindsey Chase

Rosalyn Knox

Assistant Director and Senior

Early Childhood Director

Program Director for

Bookkeeper (901) 259-9242 bbyassee@jccmemphis.org

Bill Monroe JFS Special Needs Coordinator (901) 259-9204 bmonroe@jccmemphis.org

Dale Steele JFS Driver (901) 259-9232

Vice President for Programs (901) 259-9235

(901) 259-9205

jweiser@jccmemphis.org

lchase@jccmemphis.org

Jill Steele

Mandy Kelley

CFO and Senior Vice

Fitness Manager

President for Finance

(901) 259-9212

and Human Resources

mkelley@jccmemphis.org

(901) 259-9233 jsteele@jccmemphis.org

Josh Wright Assistant Sports Director/Strength and

Sports and Fitness (901) 259-9210 rknox@jccmemphis.org

Sarah Sehnert Executive Assistant (901) 259-9224 ssehnert@jccmemphis.org

Marcy Stagner

Shyla Brown

Program Director of Cultural

JFS Administrative Assistant

Arts and Adult Services

(901) 259-9231

(901)259-9230

sbrown@jccmemphis.org

mstagner@jccmemphis.org

dsteele@jccmemphis.org

Conditioning Coordinator

Danny Fadgen

(901) 259-9241

Michael McGee

Camp and Youth Director

jwright@jccmemphis.org

Member Services

(901) 259-9222

(901) 259-9208

Judy Frisch

Assistant Director

ssamuels@jccmemphis.org

dfadgen@jccmemphis.org

ECC Office

(901) 259-9214

(901) 259-9207

Stephanie Johnson

mmcgee@jccmemphis.org

Fitness Director

Norris Marcus

(901) 259-9237

Aquatics Director

Gayle Resneck JFS Senior Services Manager

jfrisch@jccmemphis.org

(901) 259-9219

Judy Goldberg

gresneck@jccmemphis.org

Grant Writer

Janet Rubin JFS Intake, Referral, and Volunteer Coordinator (901) 259-9211 jrubin@jccmemphis.org

Janet Watson JFS Social Services Director (901) 259-9234 jwatson@jccmemphis.org

(901) 259-9243 jgoldberg@jccmemphis.org

Karen Bertrand

Development Director

sjohnson@jccmemphis.org

(901) 259-9213

Susan Levko

nmarcus@jccmemphis.org

Membership and

Rabbi Mordechai Harris

Accounts Receivable

Director for the Center for

Specialist

Jewish Living and Learning

(901) 259-9202

(901) 259-9227

kbertrand@jccmemphis.org

mharris@jccmemphis.org

Kimberly Napier

Rashki Osina

Communications Manager/

JFS Therapist

Graphic Designer

Sophie Samuels

Marketing Drector (901) 259-9226 slevko@jccmemphis.org

MJCC Main Phone (901) 761-0810

Sports & Fitness Desk (901) 259-9229

(901) 259-9216

Jewish Federation

rosina@jccmemphis.org

(901) 767-7100

Larry Skolnick

Rhonda White

Jewish Family Service

Program Coordinator

President and CEO

Program Assistant

(901) 259-9215

(901) 259-9228

(901) 259-9236

Jewish Foundation

jnettleton@jccmemphis.org

lskolnick@jccmemphis.org

rwhite@jccmemphis.org

(901) 374-0400

Jenni Nettleton

(901) 259-9221

Markell School of

knapier@jccmemphis.org

Dance Director/ MJCC

(901) 767-8511

mjcc tributes

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

In Memory Of Jerome & Evelyn Makowsky

MARY BRONSTEIN Michele & Danny Buring Maxine & Don Gold

HOWARD C. COHEN Matthew Abis

Cathy & Craig Weiss

STEVE FRIEDMAN

MORTON GORDEN

Mimi Grossman & Alvin Franklin Susan & Barry Chase

MERIAM COOPER

Evelyn & Jerome Makowsky

Linda Belz Nahmias

INA EISEMAN Eve & Craig Lazarov

ELVIS GOLDSMITH

Mrs. Lyda G. Parker

Bonnie Chambliss

RAYE ANN GREENBAUM Joy & Larry Wilk

YVETTE LEVINE

Cathy & Craig Weiss

ALTERMAN KALTER

Molly & Jason Wexler

Enid & Barrie Weiser

ALVIN LANSKY Linda Belz Nahmias

BARBARA MAGDOVITZ Marilyn & Harvey Cook

JOE SCHEUNER Jerome & Evelyn Makowsky

BOB SILVER Janice & Jimmy Ringel

HELAINE WOLOSHIN Cathy & Craig Weiss

In Honor Of BIRTH OF MICKEY & ARTHUR BURING'S GREAT GRANDCHILD Roslyn & Lester Lit

EVELYN MAKOWSKY'S BIRTHDAY

Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Zitron

Deanna & Irvin Serenco

JEROME MAKOWSKY'S BIRTHDAY

Sarah & Naftali Thomas

Deanna & Irvin Serenco

LESLEY MARKS BIRTHDAY Jamie & Glenn Goldring

JERI MOSKOVITZ'S BIRTHDAY Molly & Jason Wexler

For Recovery Of DIANE KAPLAN

DAVID NAHMIAS Linda Belz Nahmias

Sara & Steve Kaplan

PAUL LAZAROV

WENDY ROTTER Bari & Rick Eiseman

Mrs. Lyda G. Parker

RUDI SCHEIDT Cathy & Craig Weiss

MARK WENDER Cathy & Craig Weiss

jewish family service tributes

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

In Memory Of STEVE FRIEDMAN Michael & Marcia Ann Weiss

MORTON GORDEN Diana & Bill Lerner

RAYE ANN GREENBAUM Michael & Marcia Ann Weiss

LOUIS KISBER Steve Kisber

SYLVIA LANDAU Peggy & L.R. Jalenak, Jr. Louise & Jerry Sklar

Shirley & Stanley Starr Jack & Ilene Zimmermann

For Recovery Of MARK WENDER Steve Kisber

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