VOL 5, ISSUE 1
AV 5771 – KISLEV 5772
FA L L
Chai lights
2011
a publication of the JCC Family Programs department
Teachable Moments Hineni — By Melanie Gruenwald In the Torah, God calls to Moses and Avraham and they both respond: Hineni. Here I am. Here I stand. During Yom Kippur, the white-clad cantor chants a haunting, heart-moving prayer, entitled Hineni, where he stands before God and begs for mercy to him or her and to his community. Here I am. Here I stand. I am open, receptive and open to being engaged. Hineni. We say Hineni when we choose to be in relationship with another. We say Hineni when we meet our children for the first time, and accept our role as parents. We say Hineni when we are called on to be present, no matter what we are doing… When our children wake up in the middle of the night with a bad dream. When our three year old daughter wants our full attention– no matter what we are in the middle of—we respond, Hineni. Our call to respond expands beyond the walls of our home. Our families depend on us, and so do our communities. Research has shown that smaller communities tend to have more committed, active volunteers, while in larger communities, the perception is that each individual has less of an impact, and therefore, people are less compelled to take on leadership and volunteer roles. We see these trends reflected within our organization, and throughout the non-profit world. The mishnah teaches us, “Do not separate yourself from the community” (Pirket Avot 2:5) We are reminded on an ongoing basis, that each person does make an incredible difference to shaping our community, and we are grateful to the many volunteers who help us envision, and implement our programming over the course of the year. Not only does each volunteer make an impact, we are obliged to ‘opt in’ and say Hineni.
As we begin our new year, we would like to present the opportunity to you to say Hineni. Here I stand.
I will help to plan a program. Hineni. I will volunteer at an event. Hineni. I will do a Warm Welcome visit. Hineni. I will make a donation to Family Programs. Hineni. I will enroll in a new class with my child. Hineni. I will enroll in a class for my personal enrichment and growth. Hineni. I will reconnect with my JBU community. Hineni. On November 1st, the JCC will be honoring Joyce Zeff, with the first Hineni Award for a community leader at our Annual Dinner. We will also be showcasing ‘Shalom Baby’ and raising funds to help support and sustain the entire JCC Family Programs department. In preparation, we are connecting with JBU alumni to hear their stories, and to learn how this program has impacted their lives. When you get the call- please say Hineni. Share your story with us. Consider joining us at the dinner on November 1, Hineni. Even if you recently joined the Shalom Family community- and did not participate in Jewish Baby University, say “Hineni.” Take the first step to giving a bit of yourself- your skills, your time, your expertise, and your passion- ensure the success of our programs for years to come.
Hineni. Here I stand. Please join me.
CONTENTS 02—03 Introduction
04 Prenatal Classes
05—07 Move & Learn Schedule
07 Parenting Classes
08—09 Celebrations & Events
10—11 Fall Calendar
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South Metro
Youth Programs
Chai lights Volume 5, Issue 1 Fall 2011 Av 5771—Kislev 5772
Chailights is published three times a year by the Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center 350 South Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80246 www.jccdenver.org
Faces You Should Know ---Caron Blanke Assistant Executive Director Caron first began her work at the JCC in 1997 when she worked for Camp Shai and Youth Programs. She returned in 2001, after having completed a double masters in Jewish Communal Service and Social Work and spending just over a year at the Columbus JCC where she was the director of the Children and Youth department. Upon returning to Denver, Caron helped to establish the Shalom Baby program which has grown into the wide variety of programs for expectant parents, young children and families that we have today. Caron has had the pleasure of being an ECC parent to two graduates who now attend Denver Jewish Day School. Caron feels fortunate to work with a team of talented professionals at the JCC who are responsible for providing engaging programs for children under the age of eighteen and their families.
Family Programs Family Programs Director Melanie Gruenwald, (303) 316-6325 Family Programs Coordinator Jill Katchen, (303) 316-6336 South Outreach Coordinator Melissa Combs, (303) 316-6318
Rose & Robyn Loup Child Care & Nursery Center (303) 316-6301
Early Childhood Center (303) 316-6377
Melanie Gruenwald Director of Family Programs Melanie has worked at the JCC for one year, with many years prior experience in community organization and informal Jewish education. Her primary responsibility is to oversee the Family Programs Department and to create comprehensive mission and values driven programming, which will serve as a focal point for our community. Her goal is to “meet people where they are at” by creating high quality programming that reflects the needs of our young families. Melanie’s professional training includes a Masters in Social Work, and Certificate in Jewish Communal Service from Wurzweiler School of Social Work. Melanie is married to Rabbi Salomon Gruenwald, Associate Rabbi at HEA, and has 3 children, Koby (age 6, 1st grader at Denver JDS),Hannah (3 1/2) and Micah (3 1/2).
Melanie can be reached at (303) 316-6325 or mgruenwald@jccdenver.org Jill Katchen Family Programs Coordinator Jill has been at the JCC for 2 ½ years as the Family Programs Coordinator. She has spent much of that time working to create causal relationships with participating families and valuable programming that serves the needs and desires of the
community. “We really try to listen with openness and sincerity to what our constituents want,” says Jill. “What I enjoy most about my job is leading Shabbat Sing on Friday mornings for our ECC, creating meaningful connections, and getting to work with a tremendous team of people every day. Our door at Shalom Family is always open, and I love to share conversations over a good cup of coffee so please stop by to say “Hi!” Interesting things you might want to know: worked on a guest ranch in Steamboat; Marketing Director for Cherry Creek North; ran the 1st Jewish Dating Service in Denver; opened the 1st Starbucks in Colorado; managed Stella’s Coffee House for 5 years; taught Music Together for 5 years! Jill is married to Steve Brodsky and they have two boys, Benjamin (10) and Ari (6) who both attend The Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning.
Jill can be reached at (303) 316-6336 or jkatchen@jccdenver.org. Melissa Combs South Outreach Director Melissa has been with the JCC for a year managing the JCC's south expansion. Her focus has been to establish and build relationships with families with young children who live in South Metro Denver to better understand their JCC programming needs while working with the family programs, camp, and teen departments, as well as the Mizel Arts and Culture Center to develop and implement programs to then meet the community's needs. Melissa has spent much of her time this year working on the inaugural year of Camp Shai South that was held at Ames Elementary in Littleton. Although the first year's camp was small in size, the JCC certainly hopes that the Camp Shai South experience made a large impact on the families who participated.
If you are interested in learning more about south programming, contact Melissa at mcombs@jccdenver.org or (303) 316-6418. Jason Gold Children and Youth Coordinator Brand new to the JCC Denver family, Jason brings his youthful spirit and playful attitude to help incorporate fun and meaningful programming for children 5–12 years of age. Jason Gold grew up at the “J” in Kansas City. There he did everything from attending school, camps and sports programs to working his first
What’s New? job as an after-school program counselor at the age of 15. Jason graduated from the University of Kansas with a B.A. in Applied Behavioral Analysis and a focus in Early Childhood Education. He has worked with children in a variety of capacities, and he recently worked as the program director of a children’s gym focusing on non-competitive sports and gymnastics skills while living in Portland, Oregon. He now resides in North City Park with his Lab, Sammie, and has a passion for all things adventurous such as traveling, snowboarding, rock climbing, music concerts, but (above all else) he loves eating! “The J provided so many wonderful opportunities for me to grow and develop as an individual through camps, sports, schooling, theater and social events growing up. Most of my best friends to this day are those whom I met at the J as a child. I feel so fortunate that I can help facilitate opportunities for children and help them find their own path and develop life-long friendships in the process.”
Jason can be reached at (303) 316-6349 or jgold@jccdenver.org. Perri Klein MazelTot Family Networker The focus of Perri’s role with MazelTot is to connect young families and expectant parents to Jewish life in the Denver/Boulder area, as well as to each other. She enjoys talking to families and learning about their interests in order to help them translate those interests into opportunities to engage Jewishly. Each family that Perri talks to wants to connect somehow, so providing them with relevant community information, is to her, a measure of success. As well as serving as a resource to parents, Perri also provides support to the 32 MazelTot partner organizations by helping to spread the word about their activities and programs. Perri believes that a culmination of her past experiences, such as the time she spent volunteering for Americorps in Denver, receiving her Masters Degree in Middle Eastern History from Tel Aviv University, working with Oranim (a Birthright organization in Israel), and the six years she spent living in Israel – have all led her to this position. Perri lives in the Highlands neighborhood with her husband, Joshua Klein, who is pursuing a veterinary degree. Perri is dedicated to her work and looks forward to continuing on this journey with those she meets and speaks with. MazelTot is a non-denominational, Jewish life initiative of Rose Community Foundation in collaboration with 32 Jewish organizations throughout greater Denver and Boulder
Perri can be reached at (303) 316-6324 or pklein@jccdenver.org. Tammie C. Hand, M.D. S. Andrew Tucker, M.D. Lisa Schwartz, M.D. Daniel Miga, M.D.
Family Programs Goes On the Road Discover new and fun ways to explore Denver with your children this fall as we go on an “Edible Adventure” to King Soopers, learn about Tashlich at the Bluff Lake Nature Preserve, and participate in Apple Picking for the new year. For details please see page 8.
Move and Learn Classes Provide More Options This Fall • Tumbling classes offered on Mondays and Thursdays* • Music classes offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays • Rise and Shine Mixed-Aged Music classes offered on Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. for early risers • Baby massage and prenatal yoga with Jenny Fleming on Fridays at 12:30 p.m. starting in October. • Stroller Strides three mornings a week through October only! *Tumbling class schedule will vary due to the Jewish Holidays and JAAMM Fest ECC Parent/Tot Class Has Openings Starting Aug. 22 Introduce your 12–24 month old to a pre-school experience at the JCC and spend the morning with Family Programs Director, Melanie Gruenwald every Monday, 9:30–11 a.m.
New Programming for School-Aged Children 5—12! The JCC is excited to offer “Club J” afterschool enrichment, Saturday Night Out, Youth Adventures and more. Led by our new Children and Youth Program Coordinator, Jason Gold, these programs will feature plenty of “adventure style” activities such as hiking, rock climbing, day trips, swimming and more. We will also provide creative programming with arts and theater. For more details, please see page 18.
Fun, Educational And Cultural Programming Abound For Parents Only! We are offering some wonderful Jewish Family University programs for the Working Women’s Network, Mom’s Night Out and Parenting Education this fall, including “Mom’s Night out with Anita Diamant,” “Sibling Rivalry: How to Increase Shalom in the Home,” and an evening at Stella’s Coffee Haus for our Working Moms. Please see page 7 for details.
Family, Sibling, Holiday Photo Sessions With Laura Mahony, Sept. 25 & 26 Laura Mahony has been taking pictures to benefit our ECC for the past 9 years, and now the opportunity to have her photograph your family is available to anyone and everyone in the JCC community. Her style is playful, informal, action-oriented, and extremely warm and personal. Proceeds from picture orders will benefit the JCC Family Programs Department. For more information please see page 8.
Nabcy Carlson, M.D. Sharon Sagel, M.D. Jeremy Erdley, M.D. Vicki Myers, C-PNP, M.S. Delores L. Marrs, C-PNP, M.N. Patricia Connor, PA-C, M.S.
Southeast Denver Pediatrics, P.C. 2121 S. Oneida, Ste. 200 Denver, Colorado 80224-2551 303 • 757-6418 FAX 303 • 757-2209
10103 Ridge Gate Pkwy., Ste. G-21 Lone Tree, Colorado 80124 303 • 471-5060 FAX 303 • 471-5062
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Prenatal Classes Shalom Baby Prenatal Classes
led by a trained boot camp coach. This interactive class features the best advice veteran dads have to offer expectant fathers.
Pre-Natal Yoga
Wednesday, Nov. 2, 6:30—9 p.m. JCC, Board Room $40/JCC; $48/guest
Wednesdays 6—7 p.m. (Six week sessions beginning Oct. 5; no class 10/12) JCC , Room 203 $54/S&F; $78/JCC; $94/guests (cost is for a six week session) Relax, stretch, and come meet other expectant moms. This is a yoga class where expectant moms can do yoga knowing that the poses are safe and chosen specifically for their needs. Instructor Jenny Fleming, who has been teaching pre-natal yoga for nine years is trained is Iyengar yoga and is a massage therapist and a registered nurse. Sessions will be six weeks long and will occur on an ongoing basis as long as we have enough people to run the class. Participants will be prorated if they join in the middle of a session.
Jewish Baby University Fall series: Oct. 24, 30, Nov. 2, 6 Rose Medical Center and the JCC $150/Couple Designed for expectant parents, this innovative program combines childbirth education with an exploration of the Jewish traditions and rituals connected with pregnancy, birth and parenting. Instructors Rabbi Jeffrey Kaye (Judaic) and Sue Geissler (prepared childbirth), lead this program created by the Colorado Agency for Jewish Education and co-sponsored by the JCC and Rose Medical Center. Participants will also join the Boot Camp for New Dads and Miracles and Mayhem classes to discuss the anticipated post-partum experience, communication skills, parental expectations and changing identities.
Jewish Baby University PLUS $225/couple The complete package: Jewish Baby University PLUS Breastfeeding, Babysafe and the ABCs of Financial Planning, Cost: $225. JBU and JBU Plus are eligible for a 50% discount up to $100 off, through MazelTot.org.
Miracles and Mayhem: The Realities of Motherhood
New mothers will find a safe and nurturing environment, created by instructor Deborah Fishman, Psy.D, for discussing the challenges of coping with motherhood. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore the ways in which your identity will change, and how the changes will affect your relationships.
BabySafe Thursday, Nov. 10, 6:30—9 p.m. JCC, Boardroom $40/JCC; $48/guest Join local pediatricians to become prepared for emergencies — breathing difficulty, choking, seizures and dehydration. Learn how to perform infant CPR, “baby-proof” your home, and how to respond to burns, cuts, bruises, head injuries, high fevers and more.Valuable information about the issues new parents often face during the first few weeks of their baby’s life is included.
ABC’s of Financial Planning Thursday, Oct. 27, 6:30—9 p.m. JCC Board Room $40/JCC; $48/guest Diapers, bottles and gear oh my! Becoming a parent is one of the most rewarding experiences you will have, yet also the most one of the most expensive. It can be overwhelming to understand the changes required to your saving and spending patterns to plan for the everyday costs of having a child, planning for preschool/grade school and for many parents, saving for college. It's also critical to plan for how your children will be taken care of in the event of a loss of a family member. Seth Davis is a Certified Financial PlannerTM who spends much of his time working with younger families. He will provide a solid overview on the financial topics you need to know about and answer any questions you may have.”
Breastfeeding Thursday, Nov. 3, 6:30—9 p.m. JCC, Room 203 $40/JCC; $48/guest For mothers and couples who are considering breastfeeding, Donna Brown, certified lactation consultant, discusses the advantages of breastfeeding, how breast milk is produced and how to get off to a good start and avoid common problems of nursing. We recommend taking this class in the last trimester of pregnancy.
Happy 1st Birthdays Etai Mor Zev Asarch Zayne Dorian Gabrielle Zheleznyak Avery Serrazin Eitan Zlatin Landib Night Dena Sterling Conti
Zehava Levy Samuel Pelcyger Eli Stokke Reich Jacob Close Blake Sydney Feiner-Walko Luna Marianna Frisch Daniel Benjamin Morton Zoe Rose Vishnitsky
Amitai TelRav Emilia Ginzburg Raphael Natan Schwartz Edina Harmon Sydney Dressel Avishai Rifkin
Bootcamp for New Dads Wednesday, Nov. 2, 6:30—9 p.m. JCC, room 205 $40/JCC; $48/guest Join us for a lively and informative evening of discussion and hands-on learning about the many challenges and delights of first-time fatherhood
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Sorry if we missed anybody! Please send us a note so we have everyone’s birthdays!
Shalom Baby Move & Learn Classes September • October • November • December Sunday
Babies
Crawling—17 months
Baby Sign Language 9—18 months 10:45—11:30 a.m.
18 months—3 years
Newborn—4 years
For Moms
Mini Tumbling 10:30—11:15 a.m. ECC Parent/Tot 12—24 months 9:30—11:15 a.m. Artistic Tots 17—36 months 9:30—10:15 a.m.
Toddlers
Mixed-Age
Tuesday
Tumble Bugs 11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m.
Newborn—pre-crawling
Toddlers
Monday
Rise and Shine Mixed-Age music 8:30—9:15 a.m.
Stroller Strides 9:30—10:30 a.m.
Wednesday
Thursday
Infant Massage/ Post-Natal Yoga 12:30—1:15 p.m.
Boogie Babies 11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m.
Jammin’Tots Jr. Crawling—14 months 11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m.
Jammin’ Tots 9:30—10:15 a.m.
Sticky Fingers Cooking! 2—3 years 11 a.m.—noon Makin’ Music 10:30—11:15 a.m.
Stroller Strides 9:30—10:30 a.m.
Friday
Mini Tumbling 11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m.
Maxi Tumbling 10:30—11:15 a.m. Tales from The Jungle 10:30—11:15 a.m. FREE
Makin’ Music 10:30—11:15 a.m. Talk and Tumble Open Play 10:30—11:30 a.m.
Stroller Strides 9:30—10:30 a.m.
Pre-Natal Yoga 6—7 p.m.
Move & Learn With Me
BABIES (Ages 8 weeks—pre-crawling)
PARENT/CAREGIVER PARTICIPATION CLASSES Music, Tumbling, Art, Cooking, Sign Language, Stroller Strides, Yoga….All classes require pre-registration. We offer a 25% discount for multiples and siblings, and allow families to “drop in” on a Move and Learn class for $17 (normally $13) per class, as long as that class already has the minimum number of participants needed to run the class. There are no refunds for missed classes but if you choose to come for a makeup in one of our other classes, we’d love to see you! Registration is required for all Shalom Baby, Parenting and South programs. Please visit www.jccdenver.org or call Jill Katchen, Family Programs Coordinator at (303) 316-6336 for detailed information and class schedules. Registration can be completed online at the JCC website: www.jccdenver.org under “families.”
Session I: Sept. 1—Oct. 12, five weeks (no classes Sept. 4 and 5 or 29 and 30) $65/JCC; $78/guests *Please see tumbling classes for session dates. Session II: Oct. 24—Dec. 18, seven weeks (no classes the week of Thanksgiving) $91/JCC; $109/guest There is an additional $10 materials fee for Artistic Tots and Baby Sign Language
Tumble Bugs* Mondays, 11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m. Session I: Sept. 12—Oct. 10, five weeks Session II: Nov. 7—Dec. 12, five weeks JCC, Phillips Social Hall Parents and caregivers share information and enjoy support in a comfortable, safe environment — a great way to introduce early socialization skills and meet other families in the community. This special time with your child includes free play, songs, bubbles, games and exercise.
Boogie Babies Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m. Beginning Sept. 14 JCC, Room 203 Bond with your baby as you sing, finger-play, recite nursery rhymes and play instruments. Come and nurture your baby’s natural and musical abilities in this fun class!
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Move and Learn Infant Massage/Post-Partum Yoga
TOTS
Fridays, 12:30—1:15 p.m. Beginning Oct. 28 (Session 2 only) JCC, Room 203
17 months—3 years
A calming experience for the parent/caregiver and baby alike. Learn techniques for soothing and bonding with your baby through massage while stretching and breathing to keep yourself centered. Baby massage is known to help digestion as well as sleep and neural development. As babies get older elements of yoga are introduced. Parents have opportunities to discuss standard issues of feeding, sleeping, crying, sibling rivalry and relationships. Bring a receiving blanket and get ready to kick off those shoes.
TOTS JR.
Artistic Tots: A Whole Body Experience 17 months—3 years Mondays, 9:30—10:15 a.m. JCC room 203 Beginning Sept. 12 Explore the world of textures, colors, shapes and self-expression in this introductory art class for parents and their young children. Children work with paint, chalk, play dough and other media. Be ready to make a mess that you don’t have to clean up at home.
(crawling—16 months)
Sticky Fingers Cooking!
Mini-Tumbling Tots*
2—3 years Tuesdays, 11 a.m.—Noon JCC, Room TBD Beginning Sept. 13 Session I: $80/JCC; $96/guest Session II: $112/JCC; $134/guest
Mondays, 10:30—11:15 a.m.; Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m. Session I: Thurs., Sept. 1—Mon., Oct. 10, five weeks Session II: Mon., Nov. 7—Thurs., Dec. 15, five weeks JCC, Phillips Social Hall This class focuses on gross motor development for children who are in various stages of walking. Wobblers to confident movers enjoy elements of our tumbling equipment including balance beams, trampolines, tunnels, balls and more.
Jammin’ Tots Crawling—3 years Wednesdays, 9:30—10:15 a.m. Beginning Sept. 14 JCC, Room 203 Watch your children explore and discover their own sense of rhythm and singing voices in this class designed for parents and their children who are exploring the world of locomotion. Activities include singing, dancing, instrument play, creative movement and pure fun. We also offer Jammin’ Tots Jr. on Tuesdays for the toddler just starting to crawl or walk.
Sticky Fingers, is a local company bringing fun and healthy cooking classes to the JCC, for kids ages 2–3. Sticky Fingers Cooking enthusiastically believes that kids who are involved in tasting flavorful foods and are a part of preparing what they will put in their mouth, will develop into well-rounded, adventurous eaters. Kids and their caregivers will spend an hour whisking, cutting, mixing, and of course, tasting, to their heart's content, and then leave the mess to us! Participants will receive healthy recipes to try at home.
Maxi-Tumbling* Thursdays, 10:30—11:15 a.m. Session I: Sept. 1—Oct. 6, five weeks Session II: Nov.10—Dec. 15, five weeks JCC, Phillips Social Hall
Crawling—14 months Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m.; Beginning Sept. 13
This class is for the older toddler who is a confident mover and shaker and needs some extra room to explore. Cooperative games with children of a similare age are introduced with parental/caregiver support, as well as different movement concepts – “under/over/through,” “crawl/walk/jump,” “backwards/forwards,” etc.
Baby Sign Language
MIXED-AGE
Jammin’ Tots Jr.
9—18 months Sundays, 10:45—11:30 a.m. JCC, Room 203 $10 materials fee for this class Learn to communicate with your child and give them the tools to communicate with you, using simple, everyday signs that could potentially alleviate frustration, tantrums ad physical aggression in your toddler. Each class will feature a theme (food/eating, getting dressed/going to bed, family, animals, etc.) and will introduce a handful of signs most often used. We will then spend time participating in activities, songs and stories which give the child and caregiver an opportunity to practice their new “words.”
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Newborn—4 years
Makin’ Music Sundays, 8:30—9:15 a.m*; Tuesdays, 10:30—11:15 a.m.; Wednesdays, 10:30—11:15 a.m. JCC, room 203 Babies love to watch older kids, and older kids love to be leaders in this fun mixed-age class. Parents/caregivers support their children as they explore and discover their own abilities to sing and move to a beat. Activities include singing, dancing, instrument play, creative movement, and rhythm exploration. Play with egg shakers, rhythm sticks, bells, drums and more. This is a great class for siblings of different age and ability levels.
Shalom Family Classes *NEW: Rise and Shine Mixed Aged Music If your children are up with the sun, get dressed and come join us to make some music. A great way to start your day- then head out for a family breakfast, or fit in a workout at the JCC!
question along with giving you tools to help raise confident kids. Bring a sack lunch for an informal discussion lead by Child and Family Therapist, and mother of two, Amy Topelson.
Talk and Tumble- Open Gym
Working Moms Network (WoMeN): Finding Personal Renewal in the New Year
For moms with newborns and older siblings Wednesdays, weekly JCC, Social Hall 10:30—11:30 a.m., FREE
Thursday, Sept. 22, 6:30—8:30 p.m. Home of Nhi Aronheim (South Metro Denver) $10/JCC; $12/guest
Bring your new baby and your toddler for open play time in our tumbling room on Monday mornings. Get out of the house, meet new friends and have fun with old friends. This is an excellent chance to enter a “yes” zone with multiples, siblings, and other little explorers. The JCC tumbling room is a safe environment for toddlers to explore and get out extra energy, especially as the weather gets chilly!
FOR MOMS Stroller Strides Sundays, Tuesdays, and/or Thursdays, 9:30—10:30 a.m. Beginning Sept. 11 Crestmoor Park (Cedar and Locust)
Every year, the holidays sneak up on us before we have the chance to take a breath. Please join other working moms for reflection and conversation as we head into the Jewish new year.
Moms Night Out with Anita Diamant NY Times Bestselling author of The Red Tent Wednesday, Oct. 26 Reception 6 p.m., speaker 7 p.m. JCC, Reception in the MACC Board Room $15/person in advance JCC; $20/guest or at the door (includes reception and tickets to speaker)
$17/JCC; $20/guest — daily drop in $120/JCC; $144/guest – 10 class punch card $150/JCC; $180/guest – 15 class punch card
Enjoy a private wine and cheese reception with author Anita Diamant, prior to her presentation about creating Day After Night. Day After Night is based on the extraordinary true story of the October 1945 rescue of more than two hundred prisoners from the Atlit internment camp, a prison for “illegal” immigrants run by the British military near the Mediterranean coast south of Haifa. Sponsored by Kathy Neustadt and the NSK Neustadt Prize for Children’s Literature Arrangements for Anita Diamant made through the B’nai B’rith Lecture Bureau. Ms. Diamant appears in conjunction with the 4th Annual JAAMM Festival (Jewish Arts, Authors, Movies, Music): Oct. 22—Nov. 3.
Pre-Natal Yoga
Sibling Rivalry: How to Increase Shalom in the Home
Wednesdays 6—7 p.m. (Six week sessions beginning Oct. 5) JCC, Room 203 $54/S&F; $78/JCC; $94/guests (cost is for a six week session)
For Parents of Children Pre-school—School-Age Thursday, Nov. 10, 6:30—8 p.m. JCC, Reading Jungle (room 205) $10/JCC; $12/guest
Join Allison Wheeler, owner of Stroller Strides in Washington Park, for an early morning workout that includes interval and resistance training and core conditioning. All you need is a mat or towel for ground exercises, a stroller and of course, your baby!
Relax, stretch, and come meet other expectant moms. This is a yoga class where expectant moms can do yoga knowing that the poses are safe and chosen specifically for their needs. Instructor Jenny Fleming, who has been teaching pre-natal yoga for nine years is trained is Iyengar yoga and is a massage therapist and a registered nurse. Sessions will be six weeks long and will occur on an ongoing basis as long as we have enough people to run the class. Participants will be prorated if they join in the middle of a session.
Shalom Family Parenting Classes Lunch and Learn: Building Confident Kids Thursday, Sept. 1, 11:30 a.m.—1 p.m., JCC $10/JCC; $12/guest Ever wonder when to intervene and when to let go when your child is struggling? You are not alone. This class will focus on answering that
Sibling rivalry has been around since the days of Cain and Abel and yet parents still struggle with how to handle conflict when it comes to their children. If you are wondering how to decrease the tattle-telling, bickering and all out wrestling matches between your children this class is for you. Amy Topelson, Child and Family Therapist and mother of two will provide an interactive class on this topic giving you several new strategies to try at home!
Working Moms Network (WoMeN): Mom’s Night Out Thursday, Dec. 8, 6:30—9 p.m. Stella’s Coffee Haus (1476 S. Pearl Street Denver 80210) $15/JCC; $18/guest Working moms, put away the handhelds, let someone else get the children to sleep, and lets get together and talk. Hanukah, the holiday of dedication, reminds us to re-dedicate some time for ourselves, and create space for us to engage in personal growth. Facilitated by Michelle Karl, founder of The Balanced Mother.
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Celebrations and Events Shalom Family Celebrations and Events To register for all Family Programs please contact Jill Katchen, (303) 3166336 or jkatchen@jccdenver.org, or register online at www.jccdenver.org Advance registration is required for all programs, in order to plan accordingly. Participants who show up at the door will be charged guest rates.
The Maccabeats! Presented by JCC Family Programs and The Jewish Experience Sunday, Aug. 28, 2 p,m.—4 p.m. Hosted at Denver Jewish Day School (2450 S Wabash Street Denver, 80231) JCC Family Programs and The Jewish Experience present—the Maccabeats! Bring your blankets, bubbles, and picnics, and join us on the lawn of Denver JDS for an afternoon of family-friendly entertainment. Rain or shine!
In Advance: Adults 13+ $18 Kids 3—12 $10 Under 3 Free VIP Package* $100 *Includes four tickets with priority seating and a special gift bag. Additional VIP Tickets are $25 each. At the Door: Adults 13+ $25 Kids 3—12 $15 Under 3 Free * MazelTot discount avilable for those who qualify. Register at www.jccdenver.org, click families.
PJ Library Book Swap Wednesday, Sept. 14, 6—7:30 p.m. JCC, Reading Jungle (room 205) $5/child in advance for JCC; $7/child for guests or “day-of” registration Bring your children and PJ Library books for story time and a chance to trade books that your children have loved and outgrown. If your PJ Library subscription is active or expired, this is a terrific way to give and receive new books for your children’s library. Please eat dinner before you come, desserts will be served.
Family Programs on the Road: Apples and Honey for a sweet new year! Sunday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m.—Noon Location and cost: TBD Denver JCC’s and Boulder JCC’s Shalom Family and Shalom Baby come together for a pre-High Holiday adventure. Details to follow.
Family Programs on the Road: Tashlikh in Stapleton Tuesday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m.—Noon $7/child Bluff Lake Nature Center
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Join Family Programs as we have exciting Jewish adventures around town. Our first stop is The Bluff Lake Nature Center to perform tashlikh, a traditional ritual of casting off one’s sins.
SMILE! Family Photos with Laura Mahony Sunday, Sept. 25 and Monday Sept. 26 $50 photo credit at registration plus photos ordered JCC Terrace or Art Gallery Laura Mahony is a remarkable photographer who’s style is playful, informal, and active. This is a great opportunity to get new individual, sibling and/or family photos taken, to bring in the new year, for high school graduation, and to support the JCC Family Programs department, all at the same time. As she has supported the ECC for the past nine years, Laura has graciously agreed to also donate a portion of all proceeds from photos purchased to the Family Programs Department this year. Photo sessions will be held in 10-minute increments and Laura will take as many different groupings as time will allow. Families can choose between an outdoor session or an indoor studio session, which is great for babies, head shots, and a more controlled environment. To see some of Laura’s work please visit www.lauramahonyphotography.com. For pricing and to register for a time slot please visit our website at www.jccdenver.org under “families,” or if you have further questions please contact Jill Katchen at (303) 316-6336 or jkatchen@jccdenver.org
Sukkot Festival Sunday, Oct. 9, 3—5 p.m. JCC, Boettcher Lobby $9/person, ages 2 and up; $36 max/family/JCC $11/person, ages 2 and up, $44 max/family/guests Back by popular demand- a family festival celebration, dedicated to the harvest. Meet real farmers, taste seasonal fruits and vegetables, help decorate the JCC’s sukkah, and learn tools and techniques to bring Sukkot alive at home. We are excited to feature Jeff Kagan and Paige Doughty of Rocky Mountain Music- sharing amazing environmental music for kids! *For older siblings, check out the Youth Programs event on page _____ for a parallel event geared towards children 5 and up.
Family Programs on the Road: An Edible Adventure Monday, Oct. 17, 11 a.m.—Noon King Soopers (at Leetsdale and Cherry) $7/ family/JCC, $10/ family/guests Off to the “mmmmm”…market we go with Amy Kaplan, Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and mom of a two-year old. Families will meet at the new King Soopers for a fun and educational shopping trip with their children. Learn how to make shopping more engaging and educational for children, how to read labels, how to determine which substitutions you can make to supercharge a family meal, and also pick out the most healthful snack-foods for your family. A store manager will give us an ‘insiders tour’ and share special treats along the way.
Celebrations and Events JAAMM Family Concert: Rick Recht Sunday, Oct. 23, 4 p.m. Soiled Dove Underground (Lowry) $9/child (ages 2—10), $18/adult (children under 2 are free) Rock out with Rick Recht at our 3rd annual family concert! Tickets will sell fast, so purchase them early. Rick Recht is the top-touring musician in Jewish music playing over 150 concerts a year in the United States and abroad. Recht is widely recognized for his appeal to youth and family audiences not only as an exceptional musician, singer/songwriter, and entertainer, but as a role model for involvement in Jewish life. The concert is generously sponsored by Paul Gillis, and presented by MACC and JCC Family Programs Department.
Havdalah Disco Party! Saturday, Nov. 12, 5:30—7:30 p.m. JCC, Philips Social Hall $10/child; $15/adult/JCC; $12/ child, $18/adult/guests or ‘day-of’ JCC, Phillips Social Hall Dress your kids to the 9s, enjoy a spaghetti dinner, Havdalah and an amazing dance party with a top children’s DJ! Cost includes dinner and entertainment.
StorahTelling Presents: Judah and the Maccabees Sunday, Dec. 11, 9:30—11 a.m. $9/person, ages 2 and up;$36 max per family/JCC $11/person, ages 2 and up;$44 max per family/guests JCC, Boettcher Lobby Live, from the JCC, StorahTelling brings alive the story of Judah and the Maccabees. Join your friends for an engaging, dramatic, hands-on Hanukkah experience.
Learn About the JCC Early Childhood Center Ages 12 weeks—5 years · Qualistar rated, play-based, high quality program · Weekly gym, music and swim enrichment classes · Afternoon programs in cooking, Spanish, Hebrew, science, drama and art · Jewish values, themes and celebrations integrated seamlessly into curriculum · Low ratios in all age groups · Flexible schedules offered including part-time to full-time programs · High quality infant and toddler program
Limited openings still available for 2011—2012 school year www.jccdenver.org • (303) 316-6377
L’Dor v’Dor: Tales from the Jungle FREE storytime perfect for grandchildren and their grandparents Every Friday 10:30—11:15 a.m. The Reading Jungle (Room 205) Stories come to life every week through wonderful tales from the PJ Library, fun songs, and creative movement. Great for children ages 1–5. This entertaining program is free of charge, but reservations are appreciated. Call Jill (303) 316-6336.
WARM WELCOME Congratulations on your new baby! We know there’s so much for you to do and learn. Let us help… we offer caring support, a connection to community resources, a way to meet other new parents, and a gift basket that includes information on child development and parenting skills, books and CDs, and a complimentary JCC one-year membership. This is all delivered to you by a trained volunteer. There is no charge for this service. Call Melanie to register at (303) 316-6325.
Warm Welcome is available for Jewish babies, age six months or younger.
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Calendar Tuesday 20
Thursday 20 – Friday 21
Family Programs on the Road: Tashlikh in Stapleton
JCC closed for Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah
10 a.m.—Noon, Bluff Lake Nature Center
Monday 17–Friday, Nov. 4
Thursday 22
MACC JAAMM Fest
Sunday 28
Working Moms’ Network (WoMeN): Finding Personal Renewal in the New Year
Monday 17
The Maccabeats!
6:30—8:30 p.m., South Suburb Home
Family Programs on the Road: An Edible Adventure
Sunday 25
11 a.m.—Noon, King Soopers (at Leetsdale and Cherry)
August Wednesdays 24, 31 Pre-Natal Yoga 6 p.m., JCC 203
2—4 p.m., Denver DJDS
September
SMILE! Family Photos with Laura Mahony PJ Library Stories in the Sukkah
Thursday 1
Monday 26
5—7 p.m., Home of Rabbi & Melanie Gruenwald
Fall Move and Learn Session 1 begins, 5 weeks
SMILE! Family Photos with Laura Mahony
Sunday 23
Lunch and Learn – Building Confident Kids
Thursday 29–Friday 30
JCC, 11:30 a.m.—1 p.m.
JCC Closed for Rosh Hashanah
Makin’ Music out South, Session 2 begins (7 weeks)
Wednesdays 7, 14, 21, 28 Talk and Tumble
October
10 a.m., Starz Centerstage Dance Studio
JAAMM Family Concert: Rick Recht 4 p.m., Soiled Dove Underground (Lowry)
10:30—11:30 a.m., Social Hall
Wednesdays 5, 12
Monday 24
Talk and Tumble
Fall Move and Learn Session 2 begins, 7 weeks
10:30—11:30 a.m., Social Hall
JCC (except tumbling classes)
Pre-Natal Yoga
Jewish Baby University Fall Session begins
6 p.m., JCC 203
6:30—9:30 p.m., Rose
Fridays 7, 28
Wednesday 26
Shabbat Sing
Moms Night Out with Anita Diamant
9:30—10 a.m., JCC Lobby
6—8 p.m., JCC Social Hall & MACC Boardroom
Tales from the Jungle
JBU
10:30—11:15 a.m., JCC 205
6:30—9:30 p.m., JCC
Saturday 8
Thursday 27
Sunday 11
Yom Kippur
Breastfeeding
Mixed-Age Music Class Session 1 begins
Sunday 9
Pre-Natal Yoga 6 p.m., JCC 203
Fridays 2, 9, 16, 23 Shabbat Sing 9:30—10 a.m., JCC Lobby
Tales from the Jungle 10:30—11:15 a.m., JCC 205
Friday 9 Back-to-school Shabbat Dinner South Metro Denver Location: TBD
10 a.m., South Metro Denver Starz Centerstage Dance Studio
Wednesday 14 PJ Library Book Swap
6:40—9 p.m., JCC 203
Sukkot Festival
Friday 28
3—5 p.m., JCC Boettcher Lobby
Baby Massage/Post-natal Yoga, Session 1 12:30—1:15 p.m., JCC room 203
Sukkot Hike for children ages 5—12
6—7:30 p.m.. JCC, Reading Jungle (Room 205)
(no parents needed) 11 a.m.—4:30 p.m., Maxwell Falls in Evergreen
Sunday 18
Thursday 13 – Friday 14
Apples & Honey Adventure with Boulder JCC
JCC Closed for Sukkot
10 a.m.—Noon, Location TBD
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November
Wednesday 9, 16 JBU
Wednesday 2
6:30—9:30 p.m., JCC and Rose
Bootcamp for New Dads
Thursday 10
6:30—9 p.m., JCC Room 205
Baby Safe
Miracles and Mayhem 6:30–9 p.m., JCC Board Room
Wednesdays 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Pre-Natal Yoga 6 p.m., JCC 203
6:30—9 p.m., JCC Boardroom
9:30—10 a.m., JCC Lobby
Tales from the Jungle 10:30—11:15 a.m., JCC 205
Wednesdays 7, 14, 21, 28 Talk and Tumble
Saturday 12 5:30—7:30 p.m., JCC Philips Social Hall
Shabbat Sing
Thursday 17 Israeli Cooking Experience 10:30—Noon, South Metro Denver
10:30—11:15 a.m., JCC 205
ABC’s of Financial Planning
Monday 7
6:30—9 p.m., JCC Board Room
Tumbling Classes Session 2 begins, 5 weeks
Monday 21–Sunday 27
Monday 7, 14
NO MOVE & LEARN CLASSES Thanksgiving Break
JBU
Shabbat Sing
6:30—8 p.m., JCC room 205
Fridays 4, 11, 18
Tales from the Jungle
Fridays 2, 9, 16
Sibling Rivalry: How to increase Shalom in the Home
Havdalah Disco Party!
9:30—10 a.m., JCC Lobby
December
10:30—11:30 a.m., Social Hall Pre-Natal Yoga 6—7 p.m., JCC room 203
Thursday 8 Working Mom’s Network: Mom’s Night Out 6:30—8:30 p.m., Stella’s Coffee House (Haus)
Sunday 11 Storah Telling Presents: Juddah and the Maccabis 9:30—11 a.m., JCC Lobby
Thursday 15 Where the Wild Maccabis Are 5:30—8 p.m., The Wildlife Experience
6:30—9:30 p.m., JCC and Rose
Tuesday 20 First Night of Hanukkah!
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South Programs South Celebrations and Events Mixed-Age Music Class Ages 8 weeks—4 years Sundays, 10—10:45 a.m Session 1: Sept. 11—Oct. 16, six weeks; $78 Session 2: Oct. 30—Dec. 18, seven weeks; $91 (drop-in available for $17/class) Centerstage Starz Dance Studio, University Blvd. and County Line Rd.
2011 JCC ANNUAL DINNER Tuesday, November 1, 2011 Presenting the Inaugural Hineni Award to Joyce Zeff
Babies love to watch older kids, and older kids love to be leaders in this fun mixed-age class. Parents/caregivers support their children as they explore and discover their own abilities to sing and move to a beat. Activities include singing, dancing, instrument play, creative movement, and rhythm exploration. Play with egg shakers, rhythm sticks, bells, drums and more. This is a great class for siblings of different age and ability levels.
Back-to-School Shabbat Dinner Friday, Sept. 9, 5:30—7:30 p.m. Location: TBD You are invited to attend a warm and intimate potluck Shabbat dinner. The cost covers the facility and art projects for your children.. Families are encouraged to bring their own candles & Kiddush cups. Please RSVP by Wednesday, Sept. 7 to Melissa Combs, (303) 316-6418 or mcombs@jccdenver.org. Once you have registered, you will be contacted about a potluck assignment.
PJ Library Stories in the Sukkah Monday, October 17, 5—7 p.m. Home of Rabbi and Melanie Gruenwald $7/child, $10/adult/JCC; $9/child, $12/adult/guests Join us in the tale of Bubbe Isabella and the Sukkot Cake- while we practice the art of welcoming guests, experience some of the magical customs of Sukkot, and enjoy dinner and Sukkot cake, of course! We will be gathering at the home of Rabbi and Melanie Gruenwald. Address will be provided with reservation. Please reserve your spot by Wednesday, Oct. 12 to Melissa Combs, (303) 316-6418 or mcombs@jccdenver.org.
Israeli Cooking Experience Thursday, Nov. 17, 10:30 a.m.—Noon Cost and Location: TBD Kids and parents will enjoy mixing and tasting some favorite Israeli dishes. All participants will have a nosh and recipes to bring home after the program. Please reserve your spot by Monday, Nov. 14 to Melissa Combs, (303) 316-6418 or mcombs@jccdenver.org.
Where the Wild Maccabees Are Thursday, Dec. 15, 5:30—8 p.m. The Wildlife Experience $15/adult, $7/child (ages 2 and under are free) All ages welcome! The night the JCC friends wore their Maccabee suits, and made festivities of one kind and another….. our parents called us ‘wild things’ and planned another Hanukah Celebration at the Wildlife Experience! Please join us for latkes, supper, and surprises as ‘the wild things’ explore the Wildlife Experience together. Come as you are, or in Maccabee garb. Please reserve your spot by Monday, Dec. 12 with Melissa Combs, (303) 316-6418 or mcombs@jccdenver.org.
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Hineni
“Here I Am – Here I Stand” And Showcasing Shalom Baby Programs
Tuesday, November 1, 2011 Grand Hyatt Hotel 1750 Welton Street Denver, CO 80202 6—7 p.m. Cocktails 7 p.m. Dinner and program BUSINESS ATTIRE Dietary Laws Observed Dinner Chairs: Elise Barish Rich Cohn
For table and ticket information, please contact Perri Klein at (303) 316-6334.
Youth Programs Children and Youth Programs For children ages 5—12 The JCC is excited to announce new programming for school-aged children 5–12. We will be offering programs designed to facilitate your child’s growth, confidence and imagination. These programs will enable each child to build strong relationships, nurture special interests and develop positive self-esteem. Please contact Jason Gold, Children and Youth Program Coordinator, for details: (303) 316-6349 or email him at jgold@jccdenver.org.
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Club J Grades K-6
Club J is a fun, safe and engaging after school program for elementary school-aged children. Every day we will provide exciting experiences through a variety of programming such as swimming, art, language, sports, cooking, dance, music, tennis, yoga, and so much more to enhance your child’s experience in his/her after-school adventures.
Tuesday&Thursday Back to School Session: Sept. 6—22; $60 Fall Session I: Oct. 25—Nov. 22; $90 Fall Session I: Nov. 29—Dec. 22; $80 **Day and session length may vary
Saturday Night Out Grades K—6 Saturdays (times to be determined) Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19, Dec. 17 $25/child; $18 each additional child for JCC All four nights only $90/$60 for additional child (must be purchased before the first session) Don’t miss the JCC Saturday Night Out Program! Drop your children off at the JCC for a night of fun for everyone. Your children will enjoy swimming, a pizza dinner, art, games and fun while you’re out and about! For more information please call Jason at (303) 316-6349.
Youth Adventures Choose your own journey! We encourage the children to indulge in their passion. Most days each child will be given the option to choose either athletics or other forms of enrichment to match their physical and creative aspirations. Transportation will be offered to many schools in the area at an additional fee.
Weekly Programming*: Monday
Relay Races & Fitness Fun or Visual Arts
Tuesday
Soccer & Tennis (weather permitting) or Language, Cultures and Geography Discovery
Wednesday
Gaga (Israeli dodge ball) & Kickball or Tactiles, Free Painting & Drawing
Thursday
Basketball & Volleyball or Musical Exploration
Friday
Indoor Swimming, Baking Challah & Shabbat Celebration
* Programming may be subject to change, outdoor swimming will be used as an option in place of athletics during warm months (weather permitting).
Take a walk on the wild side with various programs for your adventurous child. If your child enjoys hiking, biking, rock climbing, snowboarding or skiing we strongly encourage you to sign up for Youth Adventures. Join Jason Gold, Children & Youth Program Coordinator, for a day of fun as we board the JCC van to travel to these fun excursions! Buy a Youth Adventure Pass for Biking, Hiking and Climbing- Pre-register for all three events for just $40/JCC ;$48/ guests- a great savings!
Bike Riding Sunday, Sept. 25 JCC, 11 a.m. $12/JCC; $14/guests Are you ready for the first youth adventure with your friends from the JCC? Grab your bike and helmet as we take one last ride before we put our bicycles away for the fall.
Sukkot Hike
Tuition Weekly 2 days 3 days 4 days 5 days Single Day
Grades K—6
Transportation $48 $69 $88 $105 $25
Without Transportation $36 $52 $66 $80 $19
We will provide additional program options such as swim lessons, yoga, hip-hop dance and art at a reduced rate! Swim lessons: $10 per day per session; Tuesdays/Thursdays* Yoga: $5 per day; Thursdays Hip-Hop Dance: $75 per six-week session; Wednesdays MACC Art Academy: $72 per six-week session; Mondays**
Sunday, Oct. 9 11 a.m.—4:30 p.m. $15/JCC; $18/guests Do you enjoy getting your shoes dirty as you embark on a new adventure? We will be hiking in the beautiful area of Maxwell Falls just outside of Evergreen. The JCC bus will depart at 11 a.m. Don’t forget to bring a lunch, water bottle and your cameras as we will be taking plenty of pictures of this gorgeous area. When we return to the J you can meet up with your family and enjoy the Family Programs Sukkot Festival featuring an awesome concert, games and so much more. Hike registration includes free admission to the Sukkot Festival! Advance registration to Jason Gold at jgold@jccdenver.org
*Must sign up for both days each session. Session lengths will vary.
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Youth Programs Rock Climbing Sunday, Nov. 20 JCC, Noon $18/JCC; $20/guests Climb to new heights at a nearby gym for a fun and challenging afternoon of rock climbing. Be sure to bring your muscles and wits as you scale the walls while you work with a belay-certified instructor.
Skiing/ Snowboarding Sunday, Dec. 11 JCC, 7:30 a.m.—6 p.m. Price to be determined Come celebrate the winter with the JCC as we head out to the mountains for a fun day of skiing/snowboarding. Transportation and full day lessons are included, but don’t forget a sack lunch while we warm up at the lodge.
Fall Vacation Camps Grades K—6 Do you find it difficult to take days off of work when your child is out of school? The JCC offers year-round vacation options for children 5–12 years old. Your child will enjoy our vacation camps, as each are packed with activities, athletics, fun and friendship!
Fall Break Oct. 24—28 9 a.m.—4 p.m.; $310 Sunrise* 8—9 a.m.; $25 Sunset* 4—6 p.m.; $50
Veteran’s Day Nov. 11 9 a.m.—4 p.m.; $65 Sunrise* 8—9 a.m.; $25 Sunset* 4—6 p.m.; $50
Winter Break Dec. 19—23** 9 a.m.—4 p.m. $310 Sunrise* 8—9 a.m. $25 Sunset* 4—6 p.m. $40
Winter Break Dec. 27—30** 9 a.m.—4 p.m.; $250 Sunrise* 8—9 a.m.; $20 Sunset* 4—6 p.m.; $30
*Sunrise and Sunset drop-in care is based on availability for $7 per hour **There is no sunset on Dec. 23 and 30
FALL IS HERE Time to Think About Next Summer!
Gym & Swim 5—8 year olds Session I: Monday—Friday Dec. 19—23; $160 Session II: Tuesday—Friday Dec. 27—30; $130 Kids start off the afternoon shooting hoops and playing other gym-based games. After recharging with a snack, everyone heads to the Goldstein Indoor Pool for a refreshing dip. During this special holiday camp, the programming is focused on recreation over skill. Class size is small, so don’t delay to register. If you have any questions please call Yuri at (303) 316-6304.
With the smell of sunscreen still lingering, now is a great time to take advantage of early bird registration for the 2012 season of JCC Ranch Camp and Camp Shai. Register by Dec, 31, 2011 and receive 2011 rates.
Visit www.jccdenver.org/camps for more information.
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Stories come to life in the
Reading Jungle Some Book Recommendations from PJ Library Sign up for two years of free books for your child from PJ Library through www.mazeltot.org Apples and Honey
Noah's Swim-a-Thon
by Joan Holub Illustrated by Cary Pillo-Lassen
by Ann D. Koffsky Illustrated by Ann D. Koffsky
Bubbe Isabella and the Sukkot Cake
Noah’s Bark
by Kelly Terwilliger Illustrated by Kelly Terwilliger
by Stephen Krensky
Engineer Ari and the Rosh Hashanah Ride
by Sally Lloyd-Jones Illustrated by Jill Newton
by Deborah Bodin Cohen Illustrated by Shahar Kober
Old Noah's Elephants
Fox Walked Alone by Barbara Reid Illustrated by Barbara Reid
The Reading Jungle Enjoy some “Family Time” in room 205. Open the door and discover a great place to spend time with your young children at the JCC. The Reading Jungle is our delightful family library filled with Judaic and mainstream children’s books, parenting and teacher resources, CDs and toys. With Tales from The Jungle and Playgroup Gatherings, we’ve created many opportunities for you to come and enjoy this wonderful space.
Tales from the Jungle and Grandparent/Tot Story time Friday mornings, 10:30 a.m., Room 205 Great for caregivers and their children ages 1–5
Please join us every Friday morning from 10:30–11:15 a.m. in the Reading Jungle, for stories, songs, dancing and more. We will share stories from The PJ Library, as well as some of our personal favorites from our library collection. This program is FREE and open to any and all who would like to participate.
Playgroup Gatherings Are you looking for a new place to hold your next playgroup? The Reading Jungle at the JCC is the perfect spot. Just call to reserve the room and we’ll do the rest. We’ll even provide snack! Contact Jill Katchen at (303) 316-6336 or jkatchen@jccdenver.org for questions and reservations.
Happy Birthday, World by Latifa Berry Kropf Illustrated by Lisa Carlson
It's Sukkah Time! by Latifa Berry Kropf Illustrated by Tod Cohen
The Littlest Pair by Sylvia Rouss Illustrated by Holly Hannon
Much, Much Better by Chaim Kosofsky Illustrated by Jessica Schiffman
My Cousin Tamar Lives in Israel by Michelle Abraham Illustrated by Ann Koffsky
My First Shabbat Board Book
Old MacNoah Had an Ark
by Warren Ludwig Illustrated by Warren Ludwig
The Only One Club by Joan Naliboff Illustrated by Jeff Hopkins
The Peace Book by Todd Parr Illustrated by Todd Parr
Sadie's Sukkah Breakfast by Jamie Korngold Illustrated by Julie Fortenberry
Sammy Spider's First Day of School by Sylvia Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn
Sammy Spider's First Rosh Hashanah by Sylvia Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn
The Secret Shofar of Barcelona
by Clare Lister
by Jacqueline Dembar Greene Illustrated by Douglas Chayka
The Mystery Bear
Tamar's Sukkah
by Leone Adelson Illustrated by Naomi Howland
by Ellie Gellman Illustrated by Katherine Kahn
Naamah and the Ark at Night
Today Is the Birthday of the World
by Susan Campbell Bartoletti Illustrated by Holly Meade
by Linda Heller Illustrated by Alison Jay
New Year at the Pier
Where Is Baby's Dreidel?
by April Halprin Wayland Illustrated by Stephane Jorisch
by Karen Katz
No Rules for Michael
by Barbara Diamond Goldin Illustrated by Jeanette Winter
by Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Susan Simon
The World's Birthday
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