Summer Program Guide by JCC of Greater Baltimore

OWINGS MILLS (OM)

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JCC at a glance Special Summer Programs Athletic Foodie Swim Clinic With 2x Gold Medalist, Garrett Weber-Gale Friday, June 20; 9:00am-1:30pm Learn how to raise a high-performance athlete. Enjoy cooking demos, get expert advice from the parent of an Olympian, and more. $125/parent & athlete

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For more information visit jcc.org/athleticfoodie or contact Bill Kirkner at 410.559.3533

July 4th Celebration, Shapiro Rec Park

summer at a glance

The fun starts at noon with games, prizes, popcorn and more. Exclusive to JCC members. For more information contact Sue Szembroth at 410.559.3536

Thursday, July 10 and August 7; 7:00-10:00pm, $10/JCC Members, $15/Guests For more information visit jcc.org/middleschool or contact Brad Kerxton at 410.559.3547

Park Heights (PH)

Babies, Books and Bagels

3506 Gwynnbrook Avenue Owings Mills, MD 21117

Grades 6-8

Rosenbloom Owings Mills Jewish Community Center

Outdoor Movie, Pool & Pizza Parties

July 2-Aug. 13, 4:30-6:30pm Bring the whole family for seven great afternoons featuring puppets, petting zoos, music, moonbounces and magic. Free for JCC Members, $5/guest, $20/guest families.

Happy Glaze Sundays, 11:00 - 3:00pm, Tuesdays, 4:30-9:30pm Join us in our popular “paint-your-own” ceramics studio. For more information on Wonder Wednesdays and Happy Glaze visit jcc.org/phyouth or contact Merav Levine at 410.500.5917

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Ages 5 and under, are welcome for a free PJ library interactive story time.

SUMMER’S HERE

Sunday, June 29, 10-11:30am, CJE at the PH JCC

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Downtown Baltimore JCC (DBJCC) 1118 Light St, Federal Hill The DBJCC aims to connect families with young children living downtown by providing classes, social gatherings and a drop in play space in an easily accessible location. • Open play, M-F, 9:30am-12:30pm, & select Sundays • Classes for birth to age 5 • Shabbat Happy Hours For more DBJCC program information visit dbjcc.org or contact Kim Jacobsohn at kjacobsohn@jcc or 410.559.3618.

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Baby It’s You!

For babies, every month brings changes. That’s why JCC Parenting programs cover every step of the journey from birth to three weeks to three years. You’ll find classes and events designed to stimulate the senses, enhance gross motor development and promote mommy/daddy and baby bonding. In addition to offering our classes in Owings Mills, Park Heights and Downtown Baltimore, we also provide programming at local libraries and book stores around Baltimore.

Classes for Infants/Toddlers & Caregivers Classes are held at the Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC unless noted • Prenatal Yoga for Moms • Hello Baby • Infant Massage • Mom and Baby Yoga • Movin and Groovin’ • Zumbini

• Preschool Prep w/outdoor swim option • Swim, Gym & Play • Fun with Miss Anne (formerly of Tot Land) • Stay & Play (Park Heights)

Programs for Children & Caregivers Children up to age 5

Spring into Summer Party Celebrate summer as we sing along with Mr. Gil, make some crafts, and have snacks! Bring your bathing suits so we can finish our party at the splash ground (weather permitting). Thursday, June 19, 11:00 am, $5/family in advance, $8/family at door

Happiest Baby on the Block Workshop Learn techniques to soothe your crying baby and promote good night sleeping. Workshop is ideal for new or soon-to-be parents of newborns. Monday, July 14, 7:00-8:30pm, $25/individuals, $35/couples.

PJ Shabbat and Pool Party Enjoy a Tot Shabbat program, swimming, musical entertainment and snacks! Bring your own picnic. Friday, July 25, 4:00-6:30pm (rain date August 1) For more parenting program information visit jcc.org/parenting or contact Linda or Sharon at parenting@jcc.org or 410.559.3524.

Parenting Center 3-Month Pass For only $30, guests can purchase a 3-month pass for unlimited play at our Owings Mills & Park Heights locations.

Award- Winning Early Childhood Education Our preschools and kindergarten are designed to build a child’s self-confidence, encourage friendships, and explore new concepts. The Stoler Owings Mills and Meyerhoff Park Heights Early Childhood Education (ECE) Centers differ somewhat in curriculum and philosophy so we encourage you to explore both options to determine the best fit for your child.

Stoler ECE Makes Healthy Choices Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC, Ages 2-5 and Kindergarten The Healthy Choices program in the Stoler ECE Center integrates daily exercise and nutrition activities into our value-based curriculum. Funded by the Ben and Esther Rosenbloom Foundation and entering its fourth year, the Healthy Choices program has received national recognition from the Let’s Move Childcare Initiative and the Centers for Disease Control for its positive impact on the health of our students. For more Owings Mills ECE information visit jcc.org/omece or contact Ilene Meister at 410.559.3554 or imeister@jcc.org

Meyerhoff ECE Focuses On Each Child’s Uniqueness Weinberg Park Heights JCC, Ages 3 months to 5 years At the Meyerhoff ECE Center we provide an environment for children that leads to curiosity, wonder, intellectual engagement and creativity with endless possibilities. Our curriculum emerges from the children’s ideas, abilities, and interests. We build relationships with trust and security enabling children to thrive. For more Meyerhoff ECE information visit jcc.org/phece or contact Zac Price at 410.500.5936 or zprice@jcc.org

Kids Center After School Care Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC, K-5 Kids Center provides transportation from area schools, homework help, gym and pool activities, games, art and more. Hours are Monday-Friday from school dismissal until 6:00pm with earlier Friday closings November-March. For more Kids Center information visit jcc.org/kidscenter or contact Amanda Max at amax@jcc.org or 410.559.3548.

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For more camp program information, visit jcc.org/camps. To download camp registration forms visit jcc.org/campforms.

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Learn Something New Everyday at Any Age At the JCC, learn something new everyday isn’t just a catch-phrase, it’s a commitment. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to play the guitar, express yourself in ceramics or become a better mah jongg partner, this is the summer place for you. Don’t forget our programs for youth including summer camps, dance classes, and more. And for teens ready for the next rite of passage, Driver’s Ed!

Adult Enrichment Classes

Owings Mills

• Guitar Lessons with Matt Chase • Ceramics/Sculpture with Volker • Mah Jongg

Park Heights

• Ceramics with Laia Tiderman • Beginner Bridge with Betty Pearl • Advanced Bridge with Betty Pearl • Current Events Roundtable

Youth & Teen Enrichment in Owings Mills

• Guitar Lessons with Matt Chase • Ballet & Hip Hop • Ballet Tea Party • Lunch Class Dance Party

• Summer Ballet Party • Mini Hip Hop Lunch • Mini Hip Hop • Hip Hop

Driver’s Ed with Elite Driving School Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC, for details www.drivingschool.net or 410.363.7483 For more adult enrichment classes information visit jcc.org/adultclasses. For youth and teen classes information visit jcc.org/omyouth or contact Melissa Berman at mberman@jcc.org or 410.559.3593.

JCC Summer Camps in Owings Mills & Milldale Our JCC camps are woven with the Jewish values of Kavod (respect) and Klal Yisroel (community). Camps provide a supportive and safe environment focused on skill enhancement, team building, individual growth and of course friendship and fun.

Early Childhood Camps

Noah’s Ark • Ages 2-5 (also in Park Heights) Noah’s Ark NEXT • Ages 4 & 5

Traditional Day Camp JCC Camp @ Milldale • Grades K-6

Specialty Camps

Habimah Performing Arts Camp • Grades 1-5 Visual Arts Camp at Milldale • Grades 3-8 LEGO Camp • Grades K-5

Sports Camps

Maccabi Sports Camp • Grades 1-8 Tennis & Tennis/Sports • Ages 5-14 Munchkin Tennis • Ages 3-5 CSA Karate Camp • Ages 4-12 Aquatics Adventure Camp • Grades 1-8 SPEEDO™ Boot Camp • Ages 9-18

Teen Summer Programs

LIT & CIT at Milldale • Grade 9 & 10 F.L.O.A.T. (Aquatics CIT) • Grades 9 & 10 Karate CIT • Ages 13-16

Let’s Get Physical! We take fitness seriously — and we’ve got the classes to prove it! Whatever your age or gender, whatever your goals or fitness level, there’s a healthier YOU in your future at both JCC locations. Choose from our complimentary Group Fitness classes each week or workout on our cardio or strength machines. If you are looking for individualized attention, support and motivation consider hiring a personal trainer to use one-on-one or with a group of friends.

Specialized Group Training Classes: We can help you reach your fitness goals for only $10-$15 per one hour session with our specialized group classes. Taught by certified personal trainers, and available in four to six week sessions, these classes focus on a particular physical issue or a specific style of fitness training.

Owings Mills Adult Classes

Park Heights Adult Classes

• Yoga Hip Opener Workshop • Got Bad Knees • Fitness Boxing with Sina • Abs Like Obidi • Harold’s Indoor-Outdoor Bootcamp • Mud Run Training • HIIT the Core with Emily • Tabata Training • Circuit Express (60+)

• Shoulder Clinic (Men) • Got Bad Knees (Men/Women) • SMRT Core (Men/Women) • Core & Pelvic Floor (Women) • Circuit Training (Women) • Lunchtime Partner Circuit (Coed) • Mother/Daughter Yoga • Chair Yoga (Coed) • Balance Exercise (Coed) • Tai Chi (Coed) • Strength, Balance, & Flexibility (60+ Coed)

Classes for Youth &Teens Owings Mills unless otherwise noted • Teen Sports Conditioning • Strength Training for Kids • Teens Power Boxing with Sina • Kids Power Boxing • Jr. Weight Training (PH & OM) • Kids ZUMBA® For fitness classes information visit jcc.org/fitnessclasses or in Owings Mills contact Lynn Rosen-Stone at lrosenstone@jcc.org or 410.559.3535 and in Park Heights contact Jackie Foreman at jforeman@jcc.org or 410.500.5919.

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Be a Good Sport Tennis Anyone? The JCC has multiple courts ready for you to put some sizzle on your serve and fire in your forehand. Your karate kids will love discovering what the combination of power, balance and inner focus can do for their self-confidence.

Tennis Our Owings Mills outdoor courts are swinging with our weekly tennis camps for ages 3-14, but the lessons don’t stop there. We also provide weekly evening classes for ages 3-10 and 18+. • Munchkin Tennis • Advanced Pee Wee Tennis • Junior Tennis • Adult Drills Clinic For more information on our Tennis Programs visit jcc.org/tennis or contact Adam Stein, at astein@jcc.org or 410.559.3538.

Comprehensive Survival Arts Youth and teens can enjoy martial arts training on weeknights this summer at our Owings Mills location. • CrossKick- Kickboxing & Cross Training • Family Karate For more CSA information and to register please visit CSAKarate.com or contact Jen Lake at Jen@CSAKarate.com or 410.559.3553.

Recreation Opportunities Drop in during designated times and enjoy a game of Table Tennis or Volleyball. This is a complimentary service available exclusively to members.

Table Tennis (Coed): OM Glazer Wood Gym: Tues. 7:00-9:30pm PH Blaustein Gym: Mon. & Wed. 5:30-9:45pm

Volleyball (Coed): OM Glazer Wood Gym: Thurs. 8:00-9:30pm PH Blaustein Gym: Sun. 10:00am-1:00pm, Tues. 7:30-9:15pm For more information on sports & recreation activities visit jcc.org/leagues, or in Owings Mills contact Roman Gertsovich at rgertsovich@JCC.org or 410.559.3542. In Park Heights contact Denard Smith at dsmith@jcc.org or 410.500.5921.

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Water, Water, Everywhere What better activity on a hot summer day than one that takes place in a swimming pool! The JCC has swimming lessons for all ages and skill levels, water exercises for adults and certification programs for lifeguards, instructors and more.

Swim Lessons (All classes are available in both Owings Mills & Park Heights facilities unless otherwise noted.) Children as young as 6 months learn to become acclimated to the water in our American Red Cross (ARC) swim lessons that take place at both JCCs. At Park Heights we also offer the option of boys and girlsonly classes. Our experienced swim staff will guide your children from beginners to accomplished swimmers at a pace that works for them. Teens and adults who want to learn how to swim or improve their skills can also find supportive lessons designed for more mature students.

Swim Lessons for Youth

• Parent/Infant Swim • Parent/Child Swim (Owings Mills Only) • Tadpoles • ARC Level 1 Swim: Introduction to Water Skills • ARC Level 2 Swim: Fundamentals of Aquatics Skills • ARC Level 3 Swim: Stroke Development • ARC Level 4 Swim: Stroke Improvement • ARC Level 5 Swim: Stroke Refinement • ARC Level 6 Swim: Swimming and Skill Proficiency

Swim Lessons for Teens & Adults • Adult Swim- Learning the Basics • Adult Swim- Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes • Adult Swim- Swimming for Fitness For more information on swim lessons for youth visit jcc.org/swimlessons. For more information on swim lessons for teens and adults visit jcc.org/adultaquatics. You may also contact Sue Szembroth in Owings Mills at swimlessons@jcc.org or 410.559.3536. In Park Heights contact Shawnise Crawford at scrawford@jcc.org or 410.500.5931

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