JCC Denver Engagement Fall 2024 Program Guide

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CONTACTS & HOURS

Aquatics

303.316.6444 | aquatics@jccdenver.org

Pool Weather Hotline

303.355.4900

Indoor Pool (May 1 - September 30)

Monday – Thursday: 6:00 am – 8:30 pm

Friday: 6:00 am – 6:30 pm

Saturday & Sunday: 7:30 am – 6:30 pm

Indoor Pool (October 1 - April 30)

Monday – Friday: 6:00 am – 8:30 pm

Saturday & Sunday: 7:30 am – 6:30 pm

Outdoor Pool (May 1 - September 30)

Monday – Thursday: 6:00 am – 8:30 pm

Friday: 6:00 am – 6:30 pm

Saturday & Sunday: 7:30 am – 6:30 pm

Outdoor Pool (October 1 - April 30)

Monday – Thursday: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm

Friday: 7:00 am – 5:30 pm

Saturday & Sunday: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm

Fitness

303.316.6300 | fitness@jccdenver.org

Monday – Thursday: 5:30 am – 9:00 pm

Friday: 5:30 am – 7:00 pm

Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Engagement & Jewish Learning

303.316.6332 | engagement@jccdenver.org

Membership

303.316.6325 | membership@jccdenver.org

Mizel Arts and Culture Center Box Office

303.316.6360 | boxoffice@jccdenver.org

Monday, Wednesday – Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 pm and one hour before any Mizel Arts and Culture Center at the JCC event.

Philanthropy

303.316.6309 | jphilanthropy@jccdenver.org

Rentals

303.316.6369 | rentals@jccdenver.org

Tennis Center

303.316.6380 | tennis@jccdenver.org

Monday – Thursday: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm

Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Saturday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Sunday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

These hours are subject to change due to seasonality, special programs, and events.

Aquatics

Our facility features two heated pools, indoor and outdoor, ideal for year-round lap and free swimming, with engaging programs like private and group lessons and weekly exercise classes.

Camp Shai

A premier Jewish Day Camp for kindergarten through sixth grade welcomes all backgrounds and offers a variety of fun activities to build confidence, foster new experiences, and create meaningful connections, all framed by universal Jewish values.

Ranch Camp

Nestled on 570 acres in Elbert, Colorado’s Black Forest, our Ranch Camp offers cozy cabins and daily adventures, including equestrian activities, trail exploration, climbing, and playing on our 60,000 sq. ft. sports field.

Engagement & Jewish Learning

At the JCC Denver, we empower families with diverse, inclusive programs that foster engagement opportunities for all ages.

Fitness

The JCC Denver Fitness Center offers a clean and welcoming facility with programs for all fitness levels, including group exercise, Pilates, cycling, basketball, personal training, and specialty classes.

Mizel Arts and Culture Center

Enriching human experience for the Denver community with programs in the performing, visual, and literary arts, through exhibitions, concerts, films, author appearances, and festivals, hosted in the luxurious 400-seat Elaine Wolf Theatre, the 100-seat Pluss Theatre, a rehearsal studio, clay and art studios, and space for receptions and lectures.

Philanthropy

Our team is dedicated to fostering generosity and support through fundraising and community engagement to sustain and expand our impactful programs and services.

Tennis

The JCC Tennis Center is an indoor facility fostering community and excellence on and off the court, with membership supporting the JCC’s broader nonprofit mission and programs for all skill levels and ages.

Resource Guide

This comprehensive guide offers a detailed directory of Jewish services for the community to utilize.

AQUATICS

AQUA FIT

Bring your bathing suit and challenge yourself with this low-impact cardiovascular and strength workout in the swimming pool - perfect for all levels of fitness! Not only will you be conditioning your heart, but you’ll also be utilizing a variety of pool equipment to tone and strengthen the muscles while in the water.

DEEP WATER AEROBICS

Deep Water Fitness is a low-impact, joint-friendly workout routine that builds strength and cardiovascular health. Participants will have fun taking part in new and exciting resistance exercises and underwater running drills with help from a floatation device.

MASTERS SWIM

Masters Swim is a program for those 18 years and older who would like to improve their fitness and master proper stroke techniques to become faster and more efficient in the water. Triathletes, recreational swimmers, people interested in competing, and those interested in staying fit are all welcome to join. This class is for everyone who swims for health, training, and most importantly, the social aspect. Each session will cover between 2500 – 4000 meters, depending on the swimmer’s skill and endurance level.

PRIVATE AND GROUP SWIM LESSONS

The purpose of our swimming lessons is to give participants an opportunity to create positive associations with water through play and exploration. Participants have the opportunity to progress through different class levels as they learn the skills necessary to demonstrate proficiency in swimming. Lessons are available for ages 6 months to adult.

YOUTH SWIM TEAM

This is a fun introduction to sportsmanship and healthy competition for ages 5 – 17 who possess limited competitive swimming experience.

CAMP SHAI

SCHOOLS OUT! DAYS

September 27, October 10, October 11, October 14

Sunrise Care: 7:30 - 8:30 am • $20/day

Regular Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm • $100/day

Sunset Care: 3:30 - 4:30 pm • $20/day

Location: Jewish Community Center Denver

School’s Out! Days are one-off camp programs that we host throughout the year when local schools are out of session. This year, School’s Out! Days will be run on any day that Denver Public Schools is closed.

SCHOOLS OUT!

THANKSGIVING BREAK CAMPS

November 25, November 26, November 27

Sunrise Care: 7:30 - 8:30 am • $20/day

RANCH CAMP

FAMILY CAMP AT RANCH CAMP

August 9 - 11 and Day Passes on August 10

Join us for a Family Camp weekend packed with horseback riding, sports, swimming, a ropes course, and farm animal encounters, all designed for different age groups. Enjoy Shabbat services, adult mixers, and a campfire with s’mores. Activities are tiered for all ages, and babysitting is available for children three and up. Arrive Friday for a full weekend or Saturday for the day. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience – learn more and sign up today!

RANCH FALL CELEBRATION AND FAMILY CONCERT

All Ages

September 28

Sliding Scale $34 - $51

ENGAGEMENT & JEWISH LEARNING

PRENATAL

PREVENT JEWISH HEREDITARY CANCERS

Wednesday, September 18 • 7:30 - 8:30 pm

Instructor: Dr. Christine Walsh, Gynecologist at UC Anchutz FREE

Protect Yourself and Your Family: Join Stacy Moss and Sarah Morris for a one-hour Zoom presentation on genetic testing for individuals with at least one Jewish grandparent, focusing on the community’s high risk for certain cancers and the importance of testing beyond family history, with genetic counseling available through Jscreen.

BREASTFEEDING BASICS

Monday, September 9; Thursday, December 5 • 6:00 - 8:30 pm

$36/couple

Breastfeeding education before baby arrives can help parents feel more confident when bringing baby home.

CAR SEAT SAFETY AND GEAR PLANNING

Monday, September 23 • 6:00 - 8:30 pm

$36/couple

Learn the fundamental principles of securing your precious cargo in a car seat and picking the right baby gear for your family needs. Explore the latest safety standards and guidelines to keep your child secure during every journey.

JEWISH BABY UNIVERSITY (JBU)

Fall session: October 20 - November 18

Expected due date falls between: January - March 15, 2025

JCC Denver and Rose Hospital

Sliding Scale ($180 - 396/couple) In partnership with Rose Hospital

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. Co-created by the JCC and Rose Medical Center, JBU is a series of eight classes. The program also includes dinner with a Mohel to discuss baby naming and Brit Milah, Babysafe, and Journey to Parenthood.

LEGACY PLANNING FOR THE NEW PARENT

Thursday, December 9 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm

$18/couple

This class covers the importance of estate planning, especially for parents, and includes topics such as the consequences of not having a plan, estate taxes, will-based vs. trust-based estate plans, choosing an attorney, and nominating guardians for children, including those conceived through assisted reproduction or with special needs.

INFANT CLASSES (0 - 6 MONTHS)

BABY CAFÉ

Wednesdays, No Baby Café November 27, December 25 10:00 - 11:30 am FREE

In partnership with Michaud Family Baby Café is a welcoming, drop-in community for new parents, whether they are currently nursing, bottle feeding, or simply seeking a supportive space. This informal gathering offers professional lactation care and intervention as needed with opportunity for weighted feeds.

BABY CLASSES (6 - 18 MONTHS)

ARTISTIC BABES

(Ages 6 - 18 months)

Mondays, September 9 - November 11 • 11:00 - 11:45 am

$225/session

Thursdays, September 12 - November 14 • 11:00 - 11:45 am

$200/session

Sundays, September 15 - November 10 • 11:00 - 11:45 am

$200/session

An art class for parents and their early movers! Explore the world of textures, colors, shapes, and self-expression in this sensory-driven, process-based art class.

MUSIC FOR BABIES WITH ALTITUNES

(Ages 6 - 18 months)

Wednesdays, September 11 - November 13 • 10:30 - 11:00 am

$170/session

Sundays, September 15 - November 10 • 10:30 - 11:00 am

$136/session

It’s never too early to start bringing your child to a music class! Come and meet new families and nurture you and your baby’s natural music abilities in this fun class!

SIGNING SMART - BEGINNER

(Ages 5 months - 2 years)

Tuesdays, September 10 - November 19 • 9:00 - 9:45 am

$200/session

Tuesdays, September 10 - November 19 • 10:15 - 11:00 am

$200/session

TODDLER CLASSES (18 MONTHS - 3 YEARS)

ARTISTIC TOTS

(Ages 18 months - 5 years)

Mondays, September 9 - November 11 • 9:30 - 10:15 am

$225/session

Thursdays, September 12 - November 14 • 9:30 - 10:15 am

$200/session

Sundays, September 15 - November 10 • 9:30 - 10:15 am

$200/session

Join us as we explore the world of textures, colors, shapes, and selfexpression in this child-centered, process-based art class for parents and their young children.

DANCE: TODDLERS

(Ages 2 - 3 years)

Tuesdays, September 10 - November 12 • 9:30 - 10:00 am

$220/session

Tuesdays, September 10 - November 12 • 10:15 - 10:45 am

$220/session

This introductory dance class introduces young dancers to the art of movement through story telling, music, and games. Children will be introduces to multiple dance forms like Ballet, jazz, and hip hop. This is a drop off class, so parents should stay on site but children get to explore independence in the classroom.

Your Baby CAN Talk! The Signing Smart class teaches infants and toddlers over 150 ASL signs to enhance early communication, reduce frustration, and promote cognitive and linguistic development, through engaging songs and activities for both children and caregivers.

The L’Dor V’Dor Fund aims to support and nurture a comprehensive journey, from prenatal care through the crucial early years up to age 3, in order to foster a robust foundation for a strong Jewish connection within the community.

The Baby Pantry is open for donations and pickups Scan the QR code for our current drop-in hours Please complete the Baby Pantry form to submit interest in donating, volunteering, or shopping for needs Someone will be in touch with you shortly thereafter

jccdenver.org/baby-pantry

PRACTICE PRESCHOOL

(Ages 18 months - 3.5 years)

Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 10 - December 12

9:30 - 11:30 am

$905/session

Practice Preschool is a first classroom experience that facilitates a gradual separation of child & parents/caregivers. This program prepares children for the big transition to preschool by practicing social skills and skills of independence.

MIXED AGE MUSIC WITH ALTITUNES

(Ages 1 - 5 years)

Wednesdays, September 9 - November 14 • 4:15 - 5:00 pm

$171/session

This mixed-age class encourages babies and older children to explore singing, dancing, and playing instruments together, with parents/ caregivers supporting their musical and rhythmic development.

PRESCHOOL CLASSES (3 - 6 YEARS)

COOL CRITTERS

(PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT)

(Ages 3 - 5 years)

Tuesdays, September 10 - November 12 • 3:20 - 4:05 pm

$240/session

In this class, children will create clay pets, interact with a live animal named Lizzy, and build habitats using recycled materials while learning about ecosystems and interdependence.

DANCE PRE-BALLET AND TAP

(Ages 3 - 5 years)

Mondays, September 9 - November 11 • 3:20 - 4:05 pm

MUSIC FOR TODDLERS WITH ALTITUNES

(Ages 18 months - 3 years)

Wednesdays, September 11 - November 13 • 9:30 - 10:15 am

$190/session

Sundays, September 15 - November 10 • 9:30 - 10:15 am

$152/session

This music and movement class for early toddlers and new walkers promotes musical learning, creative expression, and physical development with activities such as singing, dancing, instrument playing, and vocal play, all in the company of parents or caregivers.

SIGNING SMART - TALKING TODDLERS

(Ages 15 months - 3 years)

Tuesdays, September 10 - November 19 • 11:45 am - 12:30 pm

$200/session

If you and your child have already taken the Beginner Signing Smart class (and your child is 15 months or older and has 15 or more signs), you might feel ready to venture into the Signing Smart Talking Toddlers class.

SOCCER SHOTS MINI

(Ages 2 - 3 years)

Sundays, September 15 - November 10 • 9:00 - 9:30 am

$176/session

Sundays, September 15 - November 10 • 9:35 - 10:05 am

$176/session

Thess high-energy programs introduces children to fundamental soccer principles, such as using your feet, dribbling and the basic rules of the game. Through fun games, songs and positive reinforcement, children will begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active.

$198/session

Miss Rachael’s Dance offers this structured dance class that introduces ballet and tap basics in a positive environment with music, props and creative movement. Young dancers learn how to follow directions, share and take turns while building their foundation and love for dance, movement and creativity.

MUSIC PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT

(Ages 3 - 5 years)

Wednesdays, September 11 - November 13 • 3:20 - 4:05 pm

$216/session

In this class we will explore instruments, sing, move to music, use our imaginations, exercise our creativity, and begin to develop the foundational skills needed for instrument skills . Come explore music with us!

SOCCER SHOTS CLASSIC

(Ages 3 - 5 years)

Sundays, September 15 - November 10 • 10:10 - 10:40 am

$176/session

Sundays, September 15 - November 10 • 10:45 - 11:15 am

$176/session

These programs utilize creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork and appreciation. Learn more about Soccer Shots at www.soccershots.org Sunday Class will be held at Robinson Park.

SPANISH LANGUAGE SERIES

(Ages 3 - 5 years)

Thursdays, September 12 - November 14 • 3:20 - 4:05 pm

$200/session

This course offers kids a fun and engaging way to explore Spanish language and culture, enhancing their vocabulary and language skills through games and activities that also support brain development.

STEM SERIES (PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT)

(Ages 3 - 5 years)

Wednesdays, September 11 - November 13 • 3:20 - 4:05 pm

$225/session

Our multi-week STEM series offers kids an exciting adventure in science, technology, engineering, art, and math, exploring electricity, magnetism, and hands-on building projects like levitating blocks, magnetic art, and mini pinball machines.

TENNIS PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT

(Ages 4 - 5 years)

Mondays, September 9 - November 11 • 3:20 - 4:05 pm

$216/session

Your child will engage in a fun tennis group lesson focused on learning the basics of the sport. Small rackets, nets and balls are used to keep this activity age appropriate. This class is held in the Social Hall. If the children show the skills required we will host some excursions to the tennis courts on the last class.

YOUTH (PRE-K - 5)

ART EXPLORERS: WOODLAND WONDERLAND

(Ages 8 - 11 years)

Instructor: Katharine Robbins

Thursdays, September 19 - October 17 • 4:30 - 6:00 pm

$160/session

Create your own woodland wonderland in this mixed media class. Your kids will learn how to sew felted woodland animals like owls, bears, rabbits, foxes, and deer. In the second part of this class, they will sculpt and glaze trees, bushes, and caves while learning about the environment that these woodland creatures thrive in.

CLAY KIDS: FAIRYTALE FOREST

(Ages 5 - 7 years)

Instructor: Cat Najarian

Sundays, October 20 - November 10 • 10:00 - 11:30 am

$160/session

Create your own Fairytale Forest made from clay in this fun and approachable youth clay class.

CLAY KIDS: FALL HARVEST HANDBUILDING

(Ages 4 - 6 years)

Instructor: Cat Najarian

Sundays, September 15 - October 6 • 10:00 - 11:30 am

$160/session

In this course, students will explore the intersection of clay and nature by growing plants from seeds and creating hand-built clay vessels, ultimately learning about plant lifecycles and functional ceramicware techniques like coiling, slab, and pinch pots.

CLAY KIDS: WHEEL

(Ages 7 - 11 years)

Instructor: Katharine Robbins

Session 1: Sundays, September 15 - October 6 • 1:00 - 2:30 pm

Session 2: Thursdays, November 7 - December 5 • 4:00 - 5:30 pm

$160/session

In this ceramics class, your child will learn the basics of working on a pottery wheel. With hands-on guidance from our experienced instructor, kids will create their very own bowls, cups, and creative vessels on the pottery wheel. Join us for a creative class where focus and fun come full circle!

COOL CRITTERS

(Ages 5 - 8 years)

Tuesdays, September 10 - November 12 • 4:30 - 5:15 pm

$240/session

In this experience, kids create clay pets, interact with a live animal named Lizzy, and construct habitats using recycled materials while learning about ecosystems and the interdependence of plants, animals, and insects.

DANCE BALLET AND TAP

(Ages 5 - 7 years)

Mondays, September 9 - November 11 • 4:15 - 5:00 pm

$198/session

Miss Rachael’s Dance offers this structured dance class that introduces ballet and tap basics in a positive environment with music, props and creative movement. Young dancers learn how to follow directions, share and take turns while building their foundation and love for dance, movement and creativity.

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DANCE: JAZZ LYRICAL

(Ages 6 - 8 years)

Mondays, September 9 - November 11 • 5:15 - 6:00 pm

$198/session

This Class introduces the dancer to the codified technique of classic jazz dance. There is an emphasis on rhythm, isolations, oppositional movements, strength and flexibility. As the dancer continues studying jazz technique there is more focus on lines, energy, self expression, foundations and history. Dancers will be introduced to lyrical dance and learn to tell a story through movements of their body, influenced by the lyrics of the music.

SPANISH LANGUAGE SERIES

(Ages 5 - 8 years)

Thursdays, September 12 - November 14 • 4:30 - 5:15 pm

$200/session

The Spanish Language Weekly Series offers kids an engaging way to explore Spanish language and culture, enhancing their vocabulary and understanding through fun games and activities that also support brain development.

STEM SERIES

(Ages 5 - 8 years)

Wednesdays, September 11 - November 13 • 4:30 - 5:15 pm

$225/session

In our electrifying multi-week STEM series, kids will explore the realms of science, technology, engineering, art, and math through activities such as understanding electricity, experimenting with magnets, and building projects like mini pinball machines, all designed for a fun and educational adventure.

TEENS (GRADES 6 - 12)

CLAY TEENS: WHEEL

(Ages 12 - 17 years)

Instructor: Katharine Robbins

Sundays, October 20 - November 10 • 1:00 - 3:00 pm

$160/session

Learn how to create wheel thrown pottery in this Teen friendly class!

JEWISH YOUTH CLIMATE MOVEMENT

Sunday, September 8 • 3:00 pm

JCC Denver is home to the local JYCM Kvutzah (chapter). Join us on at the JCC Denver for our 2024 - 2025 kick-off event!

MOVING TRADITIONS: TZELEM

(Grades 9 - 12)

Gathers Twice Monthly

Sliding Scale Pricing

This Tzelem group is specifically for nonbinary and trans teens. Together in a circle of support, participants experience an encouraging, sacred space. This Tzelem group will gather twice monthly. One gathering will be a learning session and the other will be a Shabbat experience.

MOVING

TRADITIONS:

ROSH CHODESH FOR GIRLS

(Ages 12 - 13)

Gathers Monthly

Sliding Scale Pricing

The JCC Denver partners with Moving Traditions to provide monthly teen groups where Jewish teens can gather in a safe space to navigate the challenges of adolescence, foster resilience, and explore social, emotional, and Jewish values with trained mentors.

YOUNG ADULTS

JEWISH DELI BIKE TOUR

Sunday, September 15 • 8:00 - 11:00 am

Registration Opens August 1

Sliding Scale Pricing

Pump up your tires, get some schmear on those bagels, and get ready to cruise and nosh your way through Denver!

SENIORS & INTERGENERATIONAL

ARTS AND CRAFTS

September 11, 25, October 9, 23, November 20, December 11  11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Instructor: Jocelyn Miller

Mizel Reception Room FREE, donation based

Unleash your artistic spirit in a warm and welcoming environment designed exclusively for seniors.

COMMUNITY TABLE LUNCH PROGRAM WITH JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE

Tuesdays - Fridays 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Perlmutter Room

Donation Based, $2.50

Meet interesting people, laugh, and enjoy a hot kosher-style lunch at the JCC Denver. The JFS Community Table lunch program is free to participants over 60 with a $2.50 suggested donation. The menu changes daily, and all faiths are welcome to join. New participants are encouraged to stop by, too, and create connections over lunch!

CURRENT EVENTS & SCHMOOZE

September 13, 20, October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15, December 6, 13, 20

10:00 - 11:30 am

Mizel Reception Room (unless otherwise noted) Free, donation based

Current Events & Schmooze is a weekly, informal gathering where folks gather to engage in relevant, timely discussions on books, politics, climate change, music and so much more.

KAVOD ON THE ROAD

September 18, October 22, November 6, December 13

1:00 - 2:30 pm

$5

Join the JCC in partnership with Kavod on the Road for monthly Arts and Culture programs!

MAH JONGG - BEGINNING

Class A - Instructor: Lynn Geller/Sharon Newman

September 17, 24, October 1, October 8, October 15, 22, 29, November 5  12:30 - 3:30 pm

Class B - Instructor: Erica Grey/Ellen Kline

September 12, 19 (Wolf Room), 26, October 1, 8, 15, 24, November 7 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Mizel Reception Room/Wolf Room Sliding Scale

Have you been curious about learning how to play Mahjong? Are you interested in brushing up on your skills? This 7-8 class course will provide you with Mahjong skills you can use for years to come.

MAH JONGG - INTERMEDIATE

December 4, 11, 18

2:00 - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Erica Gray

Mizel Reception Room Sliding Scale

You’ve learned the basic mah jongg skills and are ready to take it to the next level. Join us at the JCC for a 3-week course where you will brush up on your beginner skills and continue to build on them.

MAHJ PLAY AT THE J

September 10, 17, 24, October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17

12:30 - 4:30 pm

Wolf Room

FREE, donation based

Looking for people to play mahj with? Expand your mah jongg community by signing up for Mahj Play at the J!

MONTHLY BINGO

September 12, October 24, November 14, December 12  12:30 - 2:00 pm

Instructor: Megan McQueen

Mizel Reception Room

FREE, donation based

The JCC Denver is happy to offer monthly bingo. This is an opportunity to play for prizes and join in the fun!

SENIOR BOOK CLUB

September 12, October 24, November 14, December 19 10:00 - 11:30 am

Instructor: Pam Fox

Wolf Room

FREE, donation based

Are you an avid reader? Join the JCC Book Club, a group that reads a selected novel and meets once a month to analyze, debate, and draw connections about the book. Post-discussion, meet with the author of the novel via Zoom to get the answers to your questions. Register on the JCC website today.

SUKKOT LUNCHEON

Tuesday, October 22 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Sliding Scale

Join us for a memorable Sukkot celebration filled with food, live music, and community on Tuesday, October 22 from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. Together, let us embrace the beauty and blessings of the holiday as we gather in the sukkah to reflect, connect, and shake the lulov and etrog.

ADULT FINE ARTS

INTERACTIVE ARTISTS GROUP ADVANCED SKILLS

Tuesdays, October 29 - December 17

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Instructor: Boris Shoshensky

$308.00

Discover how to create art using diverse ideas and techniques. In an enriching and creative environment, delve into design, color, composition, and spontaneity. Whether drawing or working with acrylics, watercolors, oils, or mixed media, you will be encouraged to transform your imagination and ideas into unique pieces of art.

JUDAICART

The JudaicART Series invites participants to explore Jewish imagery and themes through art, offering a variety of classes led by local Jewish artists to create meaningful and personal artworks that celebrate Jewish culture and traditions.

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PAINTING

Mondays, October 28 - December 16 • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tuesdays, October 29 - December 17 • 6:30 am - 9:00 pm

Instructor: Toby Meyer

$168.00

Learn to develop paintings using a wide variety of ideas and techniques. In an enriching and creative environment explore design, color, composition, and spontaneity. Working in acrylic, watercolor, oil, or mixed media, you will be encouraged to develop your imagination and ideas into your own individual paintings using your personal creative expression.

WATERCOLOR

Mondays, October 28 - December 16

1:00 - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Toby Meyer

$168.00

Explore the vibrant world of watercolor painting. Learn essential techniques, from washes to detailed brushwork, in a supportive and creative environment. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this class will help you develop your skills and express your creativity with watercolors.

CERAMICS

CERAMICS WHEEL THROWING: BEGINNERS

Session 1: Mondays, September 9 - October 21 • 5:45 - 8:45 pm

Instructor: Charles Jones

$356.72

Session 2: Mondays, October 28 - December 9 • 5:45 - 8:45 pm

Instructor: Katharine Robbins

$305.76

Want to give the wheel a spin? Join us in our Beginners Wheel Class on Monday nights starting this September! No experience necessary.

CERAMICS INTRODUCTION: HANDBUILDING & WHEEL

Session 1: Thursdays, September 12 - October 24 • 5:45 - 8:45 pm

Instructor: Sandy Oster

$305.76

Session 2: Thursdays, October 31 - December 12 • 5:45 - 8:45 pm

CERAMICS INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED:

WHEEL & HANDBUILDING

Session 1: Tuesdays, September 10 - October 22 • 5:45 - 8:45 pm

Instructor: Kayle Lamar

$356.72

Wednesdays, September 11 - October 23 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Kayle Lamar

$356.72

Session 2: Tuesdays, October 29 - December 10 • 5:45 - 8:45 pm

Instructor: Kayle Lamar

$305.76

Wednesdays, October 30 - December 11 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Kayle Lamar + Ari Shahbazi

$305.76

Instructor: Sandy Oster

$305.76

This course covers the fundamentals of Ceramics. The first half of this course will introduce the techniques of handbuilding through pinching, coiling, and slab building. The second half will be wheel focused, with the goal of teaching students how to properly throw, trim, and glaze their pieces.

This intermediate and advanced ceramics course is for those who have already taken the Introduction to Ceramics and Beginners series or have approval from the ceramics department head. Classes are designed to allow room for student exploration of more advanced wheel and handbuilding techniques.

CERAMICS MIXED LEVELS

Session 1: Wednesdays, September 11 - October 23 • 5:45 - 8:45 pm

Instructor: Ashley Garbin

$305.76

Thursdays, September 12 - October 24 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Katharine Robbins

$305.76

Fridays, September 13 - October 25 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Charles Jones

$305.76

Session 2: Wednesdays, October 30 - December 11 • 5:45 - 8:45 pm

Instructor: Ashley Garbin + Ari Shahbazi

$305.76

Thursdays, October 31 - December 12 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Katharine Robbins

$305.76

Fridays, November 1 - December 13 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Charles Jones

$305.76

Time to mix it up! Join us in our Mixed Levels Ceramics class on Wednesday nights, Thursday Mornings, or Friday Mornings starting this September! Ceramics experience ranges from beginner to intermediate.

40TH ANNUAL JCC CERAMICS SALE

Thursday, November 7 • 10:00 am – 8:00 pm Friday, November 8 • 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday, November 9: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday, November 10 • 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

CERAMICS ONE TIMERS: WHEEL CLASS

Instructors Vary Sunday, September 29 • 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Friday, October 18 • 5:30 - 7:00 pm

$77/class

Come and enjoy a fun night out learning how to throw on the wheel! This class is designed for beginners and for those who want to get creative in a fun and laid-back atmosphere.

CERAMICS: ONE TIMERS WHEEL CAREGIVER AND ME

Instructor: Katharine Robbins

Sunday, December 8

10:00 - 11:30 am

$77 for one adult and child pair

Spend time making memories with your little one in this adult and kid friendly wheel class.

CREATURE CREATION:

PART 1: HAND BUILDING CERAMIC

ANIMAL WORKSHOP

Instructor: Ken Harrell

Sunday, October 20

3:15 - 6:15 pm

$110/person

Learn how to sculpt your own creative creature alongside sculptor Ken Harrell. NOTE: Staining & glazing will be done in Part 2 of the workshop series. If you want a fully colored sculpture, sign up for both workshop sessions.

CREATURE CREATION: PART 2: STAINING & GLAZING

CERAMIC ANIMAL WORKSHOP

Instructor: Ken Harrell

Sunday, November 3

3:15 - 6:15 pm

$110/person

Learn how to use stains and glazes to highlight details and make animal sculptures come to life. In this workshop Ken Harrell of Little Atrocities, littleatrocities.com, will teach you his staining and glazing techniques for you to incorporate into your ceramic journey.

NOTE: This workshop session is staining & glazing ONLY. Sign up for Part 1 to create your sculpture for this session.

CERAMICS: EXTRA OPEN STUDIO

Sundays, 4:00 - 7:00 pm, Select Fridays 4:00 - 7:00 pm

$35/person per session

Need a little extra time in the studio? If you have already used your open studio allotment for the week, you can purchase this add-on for additional clay time in the studio. Same drill as open studio, just a little more time with your pieces per week.

Building skills and community through intimate classes and one-on-one instruction with classes and one-on-one instruction with professional artists. professional artists.

Building skills and community through intimate

VIEW OUR CLASSES & RENTALS

CERAMICS SEMI-PRIVATE CLASSES & CERAMICS TEAM BUILDING CLASSES

Instructors vary

Select Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays

Two-hour time slots

Check website for pricing

Private (Group 2-8 people): If you’re looking for a memorable way to create with friends and family, this is your class. This class is designed for all levels, from no experience to the fluent potter who wants to hang with their loved ones in a fun and creative environment. Email to inquire: ashahbazi@jccdenver.org

JEWISH BAKING

JEWISH BAKING: BABKA

Instructor: Luisa Hagemeier

September 26, October 24 • 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Sliding Scale $36 | $54 | $77

Impress your friends and family when you bring home a couple of babkas you made yourself. Don’t worry, it’s easier than it looks!

JEWISH BAKING: HANUKKAH COOKIES

Instructor: Luisa Hagemeier

December 19 • 5:30 - 7:30 pm

$77

Join us in the JCC Kitchen to bake an abundance of Hanukkah cookies to share with your loved ones. We will take care of all the prep work, you just have to show up to have some fun!

JEWISH LIFE AND HOLIDAYS

SUKKAH DECORATING AND PIZZA DINNER

Tuesday, October 15 • 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Free, Suggested donation of $36 per family

Families can create crafts to decorate the Sukkah and enjoy a pizza dinner outside in the Sukkah.

LATKES AND LIGHTS

Sunday, December 15 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sliding Scale

JCC Denver is excited to welcome you back to our third annual Latkes and Lights event in celebration of Hanukkah! Prepare for those eight crazy nights by playing themed games, purchasing Hanukkah gifts, jamming to live music, munching on a variety of latkes from famous Denver restaurants as well as our very own community members, voting on your favorite staff-made menorah, and so much more! This family and community event is for everyone. Bring your partner, family members, children, and neighbors to enjoy this festival of lights.

FITNESS

PERSONAL TRAINING

We are proud to have top Denver fitness professionals on our team, offering one-on-one and small group training. Our nationally certified trainers use InBody technology for precise body composition analysis, helping you build muscle, establish a healthy lifestyle, and improve stamina with personalized fitness programs..

NUTRITION COACH

Our Skilled Nutrition Coaching service provides in-person nutrition consults and ongoing coaching services to help you establish sustainable eating habits.

VINYASA YOGA

Each session will combine breath-synchronized movements and static poses that focus on alignment. This class focuses on improving flexibility and building strength while developing a strong body-mind-spirit connection by emphasizing the flow of breath. All levels welcome!

ALIGN AND FLOW YOGA

Moving in a slow flow, this class interweaves awareness of breath and healthy alignment principles, building presence and steadiness in mind and body. Suitable for all ages and abilities.

RESTORATIVE YOGA

Restorative yoga is a restful style of yoga in which poses are held for long periods of time (generally 1-5 minutes) using the support of props, allowing the body opportunity to release into the posture. The class will begin with gentle movement designed to draw you out of your day and into your body, allowing the body to prepare for rest. This gentle sequence will be followed by a series of long-held restful postures, focusing on relaxation and deep breathing.

REFORMER PILATES

Strengthen and lengthen your deep core muscles through this century old exercise designed by Joseph Pilates.

MAT PILATES

Strengthen and lengthen your deep core muscles through this century old exercise designed by Joseph Pilates

SPIN CLASSES

Studio cycle is a high-intensity exercise that combines cardio and endurance in a 50-minute calorie-crunching session! Not only is it great for giving you all the cardiovascular gains, but it’s great at toning muscles to make you super strong.

CIRCUIT TRAINING

Circuit training is a combination of exercises performed with short rest periods between them for either a set number of repetitions or a prescribed amount of time.

AFTER SCHOOL YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAM

All-inclusive introduction to youth sports for ages 6-12. This class will assist with building awareness, movement and team building for kids. Each week kids get to practice skill in a variety of sports. Perfect for kids who have extra energy to burn after school.

ZUMBA

Zumba is dance fitness rooted in four Latin rhythms: cumbia, merengue, salsa, and reggaeton. While Zumba focuses on these rhythms, it includes all different types of fun music. Zumba translates music and rhythms into high-intensity cardio in random intervals. The best part is that NO dance experience at all is required for Zumba, which uses visual cues, fitness techniques, and repetitive movements to help you groove to the music in whichever way feels best for you.

STEP AEROBICS

Step aerobics is a classic cardio workout. The “step” is a 4-inch to 12-inch raised platform. You step up, around, and down from the platform in different patterns to boost your heart rate and breathing and strengthen your muscles.

BARRE

A full-body, high-energy class that integrates elements of Pilates, Yoga, dance, cardio and strength training. Perfect for all levels!

MIZEL ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER

FESTO! FESTO!

Thursdays • 7:00 pm

August 29, September 26, October 31, November 21, December 31

JCC Festo! Festo! is a monthly Klezmer and Balkan music concert and community jam session. Each month includes performances by the two house bands: Upsherin and Gora Gora Orkestar. Locations vary, so check the website ahead of each show.

NEUSTADT JAAMM FESTIVAL

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES BY THE POOL – END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION WITH NANI VAZANA

Monday, September 2 • 3:00 pm

Sliding Scale: $10 - $20

Mizel Arts and Culture Center is closing out its Neustadt JAAMM Summer Concert Series with a performance by the amazing Nani Vazana. The singer’s fascinating migration mix of marketplace sounds and Flamenco drama blend together seamlessly to revitalize the endangered Ladino language, a Hebrew-Spanish dialect she learned in secret from her Moroccan grandmother. You won’t want to miss this stunning performance by an artist whose powerful voice and captivating stage presence have earned her Library of Congress ‘Living Relic’ honours 2023, #11 International World Music Chart 2022, and #13 World Music Chart Europe 2022.

NEUSTADT JAAMM FESTIVAL BOOKSTORE

September 11 - September 15 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Neustadt JAAMM Festival is ecstatic to open our annual event with the popular book sale that takes over the JCC lobby. We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome back our bookstore patrons and invite new bibliophiles to snag a good read. Take a book to go or hang in the lobby with a cup of coffee. Our Jewish Bookstore presented by the Neustadt JAAMM Festival begins on September 11! This temporary store will be housed in the main JCC lobby from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm until September 15 and you will be delighted to see all of this year’s unique offerings!

ARI MELBER

Saturday, September 14 • 7:30 pm

Sliding Scale $45 - $75

Mizel Arts and Culture Center presents MSNBC’s Ari Melber. Ari takes to the Elaine Wolf Theatre Stage to speak on all things current events, 2024 elections, and more! Ari Melber is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, news anchor, writer and attorney. He hosts The Beat with Ari Melber on MSNBC, which draws the largest audience for any 6pm show in MSNBC’s history, and serves as the network’s Chief Legal Correspondent, reporting across all platforms, including MSNBC, NBC News, The Today Show and NBC Nightly News. Melber received a 2016 Emmy Award for his reporting on the Supreme Court. $75 includes a VIP reception with food, drink and a schmooze with Ari Melber.

PETER SIMON - ELEMENTARY PIANO

Sunday, September 15 • 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm

Sliding Scale $10 - $20

Family Four Pack for $35

Mizel Arts and Culture Center presents Elementary Piano with Peter Simon. A piano concert and comedy event that is geared towards elementary school aged students, preschool - 6th grade. Peter is a world class pianist and musician. He has toured extensively throughout Europe, and Asia, as well as hundreds of cities in the United States, with performances at Carnegie Hall and Kennedy Center. He was born and raised in the Denver area and has been coming to the Denver JCC since he was young!

UNSPOKEN FILM PRESENTATION STARRING WOLF THEATRE ACADEMY ALUM CHARLIE KORMAN

Thursday, September 19 • 7:00 pm

Sliding Scale $5 -$15

Come celebrate Wolf Theatre Academy and Mizel Arts and Culture Center alum Charlie Korman who stunningly stars in this film about family, self-discovery and growing up. This moving film will pull at your heartstrings. Unspoken follows the story of Noam, a closeted teenager in a religious community who discovers that he might not be alone. When he finds a love letter written to his grandfather by another man before the Holocaust, he sets out to find this mysterious person and uncover his grandfather’s identity as well as his own.

EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC THERAPY PROGRAM AND WORKSHOP WITH ALTITUNES

Sunday, September 22 • 9:30 am

ELS Price - $25 per child / guardian

Non-ELS - $30 per child / guardian

ELS Family 2 pack - $40

Non-ELS Family 2 pack - $50

The Mizel Arts and Culture Center is partnering with the JCC Early Learning School and Altitunes to offer a Music Therapy educational program partnered with a workshop. The program starts with an educational session where childcare will be provided. Adults will be provided background and ideas on how to incorporate music therapy into day-to-day interactions with their children. The children will then be brought in for a hands-on workshop. Having trouble with transitions? Meltdowns in the grocery store? This is the program for you! This program is for families with children 2 - 4 years old.

RACHEL FEINSTEIN

Thursday, September 26 • 7:00 pm

$25 balcony / $35 Lower Level

Join us for a night of laughter! Actress and Comedian Rachel Feinstein is a favorite among fans and fellow comedians alike. Named one of Variety’s “10 Comics To Watch” of 2024, her Netflix standup special Big Guy premiered in May 2024 on the streamer’s list of Top 10 TV Shows in the U.S. where it remained for over a week. The hour invites viewers into Rachel’s delightfully chaotic life as the wife of a firefighter, a mother, and a comedian. In the words of her 3-year-old daughter, “my daddy’s a hero and my mommy’s sarcastic.”

RANCH CAMP FALL CELEBRATION AND FAMILY CONCERT

All Ages

Saturday, September 28

Sliding Scale $34 - $51

Ranch Camp and the Mizel Arts and Culture Center are teaming up to offer a fall celebration. The Neustadt JAAMM Festival is closing out September with a morning family concert and then Ranch Camp will be hosting fall-themed activities throughout the day and into the evening.

CHERRY CREEK THEATRE AND

THE MIZEL ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER PRESENT: THE MOUNTAINTOP

October 25 - November 17

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

A gripping reimagination of events the night before the assassination of the civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On April 3, 1968, after delivering one of his most memorable speeches, an exhausted Dr. King retires to his room at the Lorraine Motel while a storm rages outside. When a mysterious stranger arrives with some surprising news, King is forced to confront his destiny and his legacy to his people.

By: Katori Hall Directed by: ShaShauna Staton

AIMEE GINSBURG BIKEL THEODORE

BIKEL CENTENNIAL PROGRAM

Thursday, November 14 • 7:00 pm

PHILANTHROPY

TODAH

Saturday, November 2 6:45 pm

Join us for Todah 2024 on Saturday, November 2 at the JCC, starting at 6:45 pm. This “BIG” B-Mitzvah party with an adult twist promises great food, fun, and an opportunity to support JCC’s programs and services for all generations. jccdenver.org/todah

TENNIS

September 3 - October 17

RED BALL CLASSES

(Ages 4 - 7)

Mondays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Red ball classes are designed for young kids just getting started in tennis. The over-sized red ball, smaller court and lower net are perfect for learning the basics of the game.

ORANGE BALL CLASSES

(Ages 7 - 10)

Beginner

Mondays, 4:30 - 5:30pm, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm,5:00 - 6:00 pm Thursdays: 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Intermediate Mondays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Advanced Mondays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Member: 60 Minute Class: $175, 90 Minute Class: $262 Guest: 60 Minute Class: $245, 90 Minute Class: $332

Orange ball classes range from beginner to advanced and will be played on a 60-foot court using softer balls. Lessons focus on agility, balance, and coordination along with movement, scoring, and stroke production.

GREEN BALL CLASSES

(Ages 11 - 12)

Beginner

Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm, Thursday, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Intermediate Mondays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Intermediate/Advanced Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Advanced Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Member: 60 Minute Class: $175, 90 Minute Class: $262

Guest: 60 Minute Class: $245, 90 Minute Class: $332

These classes range from beginner to advanced and will be played on a full-size, 78-foot court, using a softer ball than the adult version. Players will continue to build the basic skills needed to develop their game. Lessons will incorporate dynamic movement, technical instruction, point play, and match play fundamentals.

YELLOW BALL CLASSES

(Ages 13 - 18)

Member sign-up opens Thursday, July 25 at 8:00 am

Non-member sign-up opens Thursday, August 1 at 8:00 am

Beginner

Thurdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Intermediate Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Intermediate/Advanced

Mondays, 4:00 - 5:30 pm

Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Advanced (HS)

Mondays, 6:30 - 8:00 pm (UTR 1 - 3)

Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm (UTR 3 - 5)

Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm (UTR 1 - 3)

Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm (UTR 3 - 5)

Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm (UTR 1 - 3)

Member: 60 Minute Class: $175, 90 Minute Class: $262 Guest: 60 Minute Class: $245, 90 Minute Class: $332

Classes range from beginner to advanced and will prepare players for competitive play. Practices will continue to work on stroke production and match play strategies and include footwork and fitness

Blair

Engagement

303.316.6320

bbecker@jccdenver.org

Daniel

Engagement

303.316.6418

dsiegel@jccdenver.org

ROSH HASHANAH YOM KIPPUR SUKKOT SHEMINI ATZERET & SIMCHAT TORAH HANUKKAH TU BISHVAT PURIM

PASSOVER YOM HASHOAH YOM HAZIKARON YOM HA’ATZMAUT SHAVUOT TISHA B’AV

ROSH HASHANAH YOM KIPPUR SUKKOT SHEMINI ATZERET & SIMCHAT TORAH HANUKKAH TU BISHVAT PURIM

PASSOVER YOM HASHOAH YOM HAZIKARON YOM HA’ATZMAUT SHAVUOT TISHA B’AV

ROSH HASHANAH YOM KIPPUR SUKKOT SHEMINI ATZERET & SIMCHAT TORAH HANUKKAH TU BISHVAT PURIM

JEWISH HOLIDAYS

PASSOVER YOM HASHOAH YOM HAZIKARON YOM HA’ATZMAUT SHAVUOT TISHA B’AV

ROSH HASHANAH YOM KIPPUR SUKKOT SHEMINI ATZERET & SIMCHAT TORAH HANUKKAH TU BISHVAT PURIM

PASSOVER YOM HASHOAH YOM HAZIKARON YOM HA’ATZMAUT SHAVUOT TISHA B’AV

Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, one of the “High Holidays” in the Jewish calendar. Rosh Hashanah occurs every year during the Hebrew month of Tishrei and is celebrated over a two-day period. Traditionally, it is both a time of celebration and of serious introspection, a time to rejoice in the completion of another year while also taking stock of one’s life.

Traditional worship in a synagogue includes reciting prayers from the machzor (from the Hebrew root “to return.”) During the service a shofar (ram’s horn) is blown to symbolically awaken the listeners in the congregation and inspire them to atone and rejoice before the Judgement Day of Yom Kippur, the next upcoming Jewish Holiday.

Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur, The Day of Atonement, is the Jewish Holiday that occurs 10 days after Rosh Hashana. Between the two holidays, Jews observe the 10 Days of Repentance, a time where those who practice can reflect on the opportunity for change in the coming year. It is a time to make amends with those you have wronged and ask for forgiveness.

Yom Kippur starts in the evening with a service called Kol Nidre. During this service a prayer is recited as a declaration annulling any vows made before God. During the 25-hour observance of the Yom Kippur Holiday, a customary fast occurs. The practice of fasting is intended to allow a person to be in a state of reflection and repent rather than indulge.

The Yom Kippur holiday ends with a service called neilah in which congregants stand before the open doors of the ark and ask for the final opportunity of forgiveness. The open doors of the ark symbolize the open gates of heaven. A long blast from the shofar signifies the end of the holiday, and thus the closing of the gates and the inscription in the Book of Life for the coming year.

Sukkot

Sukkot begins five days after Yom Kippur. Sukkot is named for the Sukkah, a walled structure covered with organic material. On the holiday of Sukkot, Jewish

people spend time in the sukkah, evoking the temporary dwellings the Israelites inhabited on their way out of Egypt after escaping from slavery. The festival of Sukkot is one of the three great pilgrimage festivals of the Jewish year. During Sukkot, Jews also take and wave the Four Kinds while reciting a blessing. The Four Kinds are an etrog (citron), a lulav (palm frond), three hadassim (myrtle twigs), and two aravot (willow twigs).

Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah

Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah come at the conclusion of Sukkot. Shemini Atzeret means the “Eighth Day of Assembly,” while Simchat Torah means “Rejoicing in Torah.” Simchat Torah conveys a clear message about the centrality of Torah in Jewish life. It is both a source of Jewish identity and a precious gift from God.

Hanukkah

Hanukkah, or the Festival of Rededication, celebrates the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem after its defilement by the Syrian Greeks in 164 BCE. “Hanukkah” directly translates to “dedication” in Hebrew. The eight-day festival of Hanukkah is also known as the Festival of Lights, and we light the menorah or hanukkiah (candelabra) on each night of the festival. The message of Hanukkah is one of Jewish resilience and commitment to maintaining a culture and peoplehood. During Hanukkah, you may also see people playing the game of dreidel. Dreidel is a gambling game that was used as a façade so Greek soldiers did not see Jews studying. The dreidel has a Hebrew letter on each side – נ‎ (nun), ג (gimel), ה‎ (hei), ש‎ (shin). These letters represent the saying, “nes gadol haya sham,” translating to, “a great miracle happened there.”

Tu Bishvat

Tu Bishvat is the Jewish holiday occurring on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shvat. It is also called the New Year of the Trees. In contemporary Israel, the day is celebrated as an ecological awareness day and trees are planted in celebration.

Purim

The holiday of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar. It commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia from Haman’s plot “to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews.” To celebrate, Jews will attend synagogue to hear the reading of the megillah (Book of Esther), eat a festive meal, get dressed in costume, and eat hamantaschen. Hamantaschen are triangular pastries filled with jelly, chocolate, or poppy seeds. These sweet cookies are symbolic of Haman’s hat, which was known to be triangular.

Passover

Passover is one of the three major pilgrimage festivals of ancient Israel. The holiday celebrates the liberation of the Israelites (before they we were known as Jews) from slavery in Egypt by way of a leader, named Moses. This famous story is told in the Book of Exodus in the Torah. To celebrate, Jews around the world gather for the ritual meal, or seder, to retell the story of the Exodus. Moses went to the Pharoah, saying, “Let my people go.” The Pharoah refused. Therefore, God unleashed a plague on the Egyptian people. Moses returned to the Pharoah, again saying, “Let my people go.” The Pharoah refused him yet again. God unleashed another plague. This pattern continued until ten horrible plagues befell the Egyptian people - the Nile River turned into blood, frogs, lice, diseased livestock, boils, hailstorms, locusts, darkness, and finally the slaying of the firstborn sons of the Egyptian people. The Israelites marked their doorframes with lamb’s blood as protection, so the angel of death “passes over” their homes and does not harm them. This is where the name for this holiday comes from.

Yom HaShoah

Yom HaShoah is the Day of Remembrance. It is a commemorative day in which the victims of the Holocaust are remembered. It is marked on the 27th day in the month of Nisan.

Yom HaZikaron

Yom HaZikaron is on the fourth of Iyar, the day preceding Israel’s Independence Day. It was declared by the Israeli Knesset (parliament) to be a Memorial Day for those who lost their lives in the struggle that led to the establishment of the State of Israel and for all military personnel who were killed while in active duty in Israel’s armed forces.

Yom Ha’Atzmaut

Israel’s Independence Day is celebrated on the fifth day of the month of Iyar, which is the Hebrew date of the formal establishment of the State of Israel. On this date in 1948, members of the “provisional government” read and signed a Declaration of Independence in Tel Aviv.

Shavuot

Shavuot commemorates when the Jews received the Torah at Mount Sinai after the Exodus from Egypt. To celebrate Shavuot, Jews will attend synagogue and enjoy a festive meal with cheesecake, cheese blintzes, and cheese kreplach.

Tisha B’av

Tisha B’av, the ninth of the month of Av, is a day of mourning for Jews. Tisha B’av is the holiday that commemorates a series of catastrophes in Jewish history. Most notably, this holiday is to remember the destruction of the first and second temples and the sacking of Jerusalem in 586 BCE and 70 CE. Tisha B’av is a collective and communal sadness that is meant to be shared.

HOLIDAYS BEGIN AT SUNSET THE PRECEDING EVENING

JEWISH YEAR 5785 • Dates in 2024 - 2025

Rosh Hashanah

6:40 pm, October 2 - 4

Yom Kippur

6:25 pm, October 11 - 12

Sukkot

6:18 pm October 16 - 23

Shemini Atzeret

6:08 pm, October 23 - 24

Simchat Torah

6:07 pm, October 24 - 25

Hanukkah

4:41 pm, December 25January 2

Tu B’Shevat

5:33 pm, February 12 - 13

Purim

7:05 pm, March 13 - 14

Passover (Pesach)

7:35 pm, April 12 - 20

Yom HaShoah

7:46 pm, April 23 - 24

Yom HaZikaron

7:52 pm, April 29 - 30

Yom Ha’Atzmaut

7:53 pm, April 30 - May 1

Shavuot

8:22 pm, June 1 - 3

Tisha B’av

8:11 pm, August 2 - 3

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pipforms@partnersinpediatrics.com

10K Counseling

(970) 633-2958

ruby@10kcounseling.com

situation. We will personally meet with you and help you find the right independent living, assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing option. We also partner with in-home care providers and other resources related to living safely in your home.

We look forward to serving you and helping you thrive as you age.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Occasions Catering

1789 W Warren Ave

Englewood, CO 80110

303.789.1867

info@occasionsdenver.com

Rosenbergs Bagels and Delicatessen

720.440.9880

info@rosenbergsbagels.com

Rosenberg’s Bagels and Delicatessen celebrates the history and evolution of Jewish food, deeply rooted in New York City’s culinary heritage. Our products pay homage to past generations’ ingenuity, food as a lifeline through meticulous techniques. At Rosenberg’s we believe that food connects and binds us together. We honor the lineage of this food; how it’s prepared, the cultures it came from, the history that got us here, and the promise it brings for the future.

SENIOR SERVICES RESTAURANT & BEVERAGE

CarePatrol

PO Box 150584

Denver, CO 80215

720.675.8308

Denver@CarePatrol.com

Founded in 1993, CarePatrol helps elderly clients and their families navigate the different care options so you can continue to thrive as you age. We take the time to learn your preferences, your care needs, your support system, and your financials situation; we then narrow down your search to vetted options that match your personal

A.H.K. Counseling & Therapy Services

720.924.6020

adam.kleger.licsw@gmail.com

Gitit Kaufman

Connecting Dots Counseling, LLC

6535 S Dayton st. Suite 1650 Greenwood Village, CO 80111

720.235.8598

Gitit@ConnectingDotsCounseling.com

Jewish Fertility Foundation

2897 N Druid Hills Road, Suite 146 Atlanta, GA 30329

720.255.1623

shira@jewishfertilityfoundation.org

The Jewish Fertility Foundation engages hopeful parents by providing financial assistance for fertility treatment, emotional support through support groups and a fertility buddy program, and infertility education to those struggling to build their families.

Simons Therapy

50 S Steele St, Suite 950 Denver, CO 80209

720.772.6915

simons.therapy.info@gmail.com

SOCIALIZING & NETWORKING

Denver Jewish Chamber of Commerce

720.707.1612

president@denverjewishchamber.com

CONGREGATIONS

Aish of the Rockies

9550 E Belleview Ave.

Greenwood Village, CO 80111

303.220.7200 office@aishrockies.org

Base Denver

303.656.9347 dave.yedid@moishehouse.org

BMH-BJ Congregation

560 S Monaco Parkway Denver, CO 80224

303.388.4203 director@bmh-bj.org

B’nai Havurah

6445 East Ohio Ave - B’nai East

1700 S. Grant Street - B’nai West Denver, CO 80224

303.388.4441 office@bnaihavurah.org

Congregation Beth Shalom

PO Box 3107

Littleton, CO 80161

303.505.9236 shalom@cbsdenver.org

Congregation Rodef Shalom

450 South Kearney Street Denver, CO 80224

303.399.0035 mainoffice@rodef-shalom.org

The Denver Kehillah

Fischer Hall

560 S. Monaco St. Pkwy Denver CO 80224

713.922.2473 info@denverkehillah.org

The Jewish Experience

399 S Monaco Parkway Denver, CO 80224

303.316.6412 info@theje.com

Kabbalah Experience

3540 South Poplar Street, Unit 104

Denver, CO 80237

303.337.0959 admin@kabbalahexperience.com

Temple Emanuel

51 Grape St Denver, CO 80220

303.388.4013 shalom@emanueldenver.org

Temple Micah Denver

1980 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80220

303.388.4239 info@micahdenver.org

Temple Sinai

3509 S Glencoe St Denver, CO 802370

303.759.1827 lauren@sinaidenver.org

ORGANIZATIONS

Anti-Defamation

League Mountain States

1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1301

Denver, CO 80203

303.830.7177 mountainstates@adl.org

The Blue Dove Foundation

404.490.23910 info@thebluedovefoundation.org

Center for Judaic Studies

2000 East Asbury Ave., #157 Denver, CO 80210

303.871.3020 cjs@du.edu

Denver Academy of Torah

6825 East Alameda Avenue

Denver, CO 80224

720.859.6806 tsylvan@datcampus.org

Denver Jewish Day School

2450 S Wabash St

Denver, CO 80231

303.369.0663 info@denverjds.org

Ekar Farm

6825 E Alameda Ave

Denver, CO 80226

860.716.9231 jason@ekarfarm.org

The Golda Meir House Museum

Auraria Campus

1148 9th Street

Denver, CO 80204

303.475.9964

lena.fishman@ahec.edu

Hadassah Greater Denver

303.321.7430

DenverChapter@hadassah.org

Holocaust Awareness Institute

2000 East Asbury Ave., #157 Denver, CO 80210

303.871.3021 hai@du.edu

Honeymoon Israel

1134 North Downing Street, Apt 1 Denver, CO 80218

734.662.3683 rose.osburn@honeymoonisrael.org

JCC Denver

350 South Dahlia Street

Denver, CO 80246

303.399.2660 info@jccdenver.org

JEWISHcolorado

303.321.3399

Philanthropy@JEWISHcolorado.org

Jewish Family Service of Colorado

3201 South Tamarac Drive Denver, CO 80231

303.597.5000 centralintake@jewishfamilyservice.org

Jewish National Fund USA

303.573.7095 rachael.solomon@jnf.org

Kavod Senior Life

22 South Adams Street Denver, CO 80209

303.399.1146 Info@KavodSeniorLife.org

Mizel Arts and Culture Center at the JCC

350 South Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80246

303.316.6360 boxoffice@jccdenver.org

Moishe Pod City Park

847.922.2086 MoishePodCityPark@gmail.com

National Council of Jewish Women

Colorado Section PO Box 460892

Denver, CO 80246

303.332.7637 ncjwcolorado@gmail.com

Rocky Mountain

Jewish Historical Society

2000 East Asbury Ave., #157 Denver, CO 80210

303.871.3016 Joshua.Furman@du.edu

Shalom Park

14800 East Belleview Drive

Aurora, CO 80015

303.680.5000 Cindy.Silverman@shalompark.net

Roots & Branches Foundation

303.398.7400 info@rcfdenver.org

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