Stacey Young Membership Consultant syoung@jccdenver.org
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND RENTALS
Judy Swesey
Director of Membership and Community Events jswesey@jccdenver.org | 303.316.6369
ENGAGEMENT
Rachel Wool
Director of Engagement and Jewish Learning rwool@jccdenver.org | 303.316.6332
Ari Shahbazi
Fine Arts Education Program Manager
Interim General Manger of Mizel Arts and Culture ashahbazi@jccdenver.org | 303.316.6417
Blair Becker Engagement Program Manager bbecker@jccdenver.org | 303.316.6320
Daniel Siegel Engagement Program Manager dsiegel@jccdenver.org | 303.316.6418
Refine your tennis skills with first class instruction, skill-enhancing games and drills.
PRENATAL
JEWISH BABY UNIVERSITY
Winter session: January 4 - 29
Baby due date: March - May 31, 2024
Spring session: March 14 - April 15
Baby due date: June - August 31, 2024
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
$140/participant | $280/couple
In partnership with Rose Community Foundation
Designed for expecting parents, this innovative program combines childbirth education with an exploration of the Jewish traditions and rituals connected with pregnancy, birth, and parenting.
INFANT CLASSES (0 - 5 MONTHS)
BABY CAFÉ
Wednesdays
10:00 - 11:45 am
Free
In partnership with the 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 (5 - 18 MONTHS)
SIGNING SMART - BEGINNER
(Ages 5 months - 2 years)
Tuesdays, January 9 - March 12
9:30 - 10:15 am & 10:45 - 11:30 am
$175/session
If you’ve been looking for a window into your infant or toddler’s mind, or for a way to reduce frustration and tantrums, then Signing Smart is your answer! Signing Smart children can begin communicating with signs as early as seven months of age, tend to learn spoken words more easily than non-signers, and also show cognitive and linguistic advancements at only four years old. Plus, it’s a whole lot of fun!
BABY MUSIC WITH ALTITUNES
(Ages 4 - 18 months)
Wednesdays, January 10 - March 13
10:30 - 11:30 am
$180/session
It’s never too early to start bringing your child to a music class! Did you know that the earlier you intentionally integrate music into your daily routine, you are simultaneously promoting multiple domains such as early language development, attachment, spatial awareness and self-regulation? Come and meet new families and nurture you and your baby’s natural music abilities in this fun class!
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ARTISTIC BABES
(Ages 6 - 18 months)
Thursdays, January 11 - March 14
11:00 - 11:45 am
$220/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.
TODDLER CLASSES (18 MONTHS - 3 YEARS)
PRACTICE PRESCHOOL
(Ages 2 - 3.5 years)
Mondays/Wednesdays, January 8 - May 15
9:00 - 11:00 am
$1,190/session *Opportunity to pay in installments*
This one-of-a-kind transitional program is unique to the JCC Denver. Over the course of a session, children build confidence and resilience in an environment where cognitive and social/emotional growth flourish.
SIGNING SMART - TODDLER
Tuesdays, January 9 - March 12
12:00 - 12:45 pm
$175/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. In this class, we explore abstract concepts such as places, colors, and emotions, and delve deeper into our children’s growing development and speech. In addition, we learn another ~150 ASL signs, explore how to continue supporting concept and vocabulary development as your toddler’s world and spoken language expand!
TODDLER DANCE
(Ages 2 - 3.5 years)
Tuesdays, January 9 - March 12
9:30 - 10:00 am
$220/session
This introductory dance class introduces young dancers to the art of movement through storytelling, music, and games. Children will be introduced to multiple dance forms like ballet, jazz, and hip hop.
TODDLER MUSIC WITH ALTITUNES
(Ages 18 months - 3.5 years)
Thursdays, January 10 - March 13
9:30 - 10:15 am
$200/session
A music and movement class for early toddlers and new walkers. The flow of the class is designed to promote musical learning and creative expression. Toddlers with their parents or caregivers will explore sound, song, rhythm, and instruments.
ARTISTIC TOTS
(Ages 18 months - 5 years)
Thursdays, January 11 - March 14
9:30 - 10:15 am
$220/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.
THEATRE EXPLORERS TODDLER
(Ages 2 - 3 years)
Thursdays, January 11 - March 14
9:30 - 10:15 am
$220/session
This class is the next step for getting your little actor ready for the stage! Over the course of the session your child will begin to learn acting as a practice instead of a concept.
PRESCHOOL CLASSES (3 - 6 YEARS)
DANCE PRE-BALLET AND TAP
(Ages 3 - 5 years)
Tuesdays, January 9 - March 12
10:15 - 11:00 am
$220/session
This introductory dance class introduces young dancers to the art of movement through storytelling, music, and games. Children will be introduced to multiple dance forms like ballet, jazz, and hip hop.
THEATRE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL
(Ages 3 - 5 years)
Thursdays, January 11 - March 14
10:45 - 11:30 am
$240/session
This class is the next step for getting your little actor ready for the stage! Over the course of the session your child will begin to learn acting as a practice instead of a concept.
PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT CLASSES (3 - 6 YEARS)
ARTISTIC KIDS ENRICHMENT
(Ages 3 - 5 years)
Tuesdays, January 9 - March 12
11:00 - 11:45 am
$240/session
Explore the world of textures, colors, shapes and self-expression in this process-based art class. Your child will experience the possibilities of traditional and non-traditional art making methods and materials, and be inspired by themes in children’s literature. The focus is on the process and experience, NOT the end result. Be ready to get messy and creative!
MUSIC PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT
(Ages 3 - 5 years)
Tuesdays, January 9 - March 12
3:15 - 4:00 pm
$200/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!
THEATRE EXPLORERS ENRICHMENT
(Ages 3 - 5 years)
Thursdays, January 11 - March 14
3:15 - 4:00 pm
$240/session
This class is the next step for getting your little actor ready for the stage! Over the course of the session your child will begin to learn acting as a practice instead of a concept. This is an ELS enrichment class.
TENNIS ENRICHMENT
(Ages 3 - 6 years)
Mondays, January 8 - March 1
3:15 - 4:00 pm
$200/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.
YOUTH (PRE-K - 5)
ART EXPLORERS
(Ages 6 - 11 years)
Session 1: Wednesdays, January 11 - February 1
4:30 - 6:00 pm
$160/session
Session 2: Thursdays, February 22 - March 14
4:30 - 6:00 pm
$160/session
Encourage your budding artist to explore new mediums and dive into the multidisciplinary world of art. In this class, students will learn two different mediums: painting and ceramics.
DANCE BALLET AND TAP DANCE
(Ages 5 - 7 years)
Mondays, January 8 - March 11
4:15 - 5:00 pm
$192/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.
DANCE HIP HOP AND FUSION
(Ages 7 - 11)
Monday, January 8 - March 11 4:15 - 5:00 pm
$192/session
Miss Rachael’s Dance is offering this hip hop fusion dance class. Young dancers are introduced to rhythms, isolations and freestyle movement through the basic foundations of hip hop culture.
CLAY KIDS: EXPRESSIVE HANDBUILDING
Session 1: Sundays, January 14 - February 4
Session 2: Sundays, February 25 - March 17 10:30 - 11:30 am
$160/session
In this course your young artist will explore the world of intuitive ceramics handbuilding. This class is designed to teach your child how to be artistically free. They will learn how to create ceramics as a form of self-expression and mindfulness.
TEENS (GRADES 6 - 12)
JCC MACCABI GAMES
(Ages 12 - 16)
Houston August 4 - 6, 2024
The JCC Maccabi Games® are an international athletic competition for jewish teenagers run much like the olympics. Athletes can compete against jewish teens from all over the United States and the world. The Colorado Deligation is headed to the games in Houston! Sports available: baseball, basketball, bowling, dance, girls volleyball, flag football, soccer, tennis, swimming. Visit jccdenver.org/maccabi for more information.
JEWISH YOUTH CLIMATE MOVEMENT
(Grades 8 - 12)
Times and dates vary
The JYCM Denver Kvutzah (chapter) is growing! Learn how to get involved by contacting Daniel Siegel at dsiegel@jccdenver.org
MOVING TRADITIONS:
TZELEM FOR TRANS AND NON-BINARY TEENS
(Grades 9 - 12)
Friday and Sunday evenings
3:00 - 5:00 pm
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.
LGBTQIA+
LGBTQIA+ SHABBAT
All ages, LGBTQIA+
January 26
6:30 pm
JCC Denver Social Hall
Shabbat is a time to relax, connect, and share a meal with new and old friends. Join us for an optional Shabbat service and Shabbat meal in a queer-centered space. This program is open to all ages. Food provided will be vegetarian kosher-style. Va’ad supervised kosher food provided upon advanced request.
PURIM DRAG QUEEN BINGO
March 16
7:30 pm
JCC Denver Social Hall
21+ Adults, LGBTQIA+, Allies
Save the date! Get ready to sashay and slay at the fabulous Fourth Annual Purim Drag Queen Bingo! If you didn’t know, PDQB is a glittertastic fusion of Purim pizzazz and fierce bingo action. Come dressed to impress in your Purim costume, strut your stuff, and celebrate with our dazzling queens. Oy, it’s going to be a real schmooze-fest!
SENIORS & INTERGENERATIONAL
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. 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!
BEGINNING MAHJONG
Session 1: Tuesdays, January 9 - February 27
12:30 - 3:30 pm
Mizel Reception Room
Sliding Scale Pricing
Session 2: Thursdays, February 1 - March 21
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Mizel Reception Room
Sliding Scale Pricing
Have you been curious about learning how to play Mahjong? Are you interested in brushing up on your skills? This seven-eight class series will provide you with Mahjong skills you can use for years to come.
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INTERMEDIATE MAHJONG
Session 1: Sundays, January 21, 28, February 4
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mizel Reception Room
Sliding Scale Pricing
Session 2: Wednesdays, February 14, 21, 28
1:30 - 3:30 pm
Mizel Reception Room
Sliding Scale Pricing
You’ve learned the basic mahjong skills and are ready to take it to the next level. Join us at the JCC for a three-week course where you will brush up on your beginner skills and continue to build on them by developing offensive and defensive strategies.
RECREATION TIME
Tuesdays, January 9 - March 19
12:30 - 4:30 pm
Perlmutter Room
Free/Donation based
The JCC is happy to offer recreational space for new and existing mahjong, bridge, and other game players. Bring your own sets and we’ll provide the space and tables! If you plan on attending, please register as either a group of four players or to be on the waitlist until we can form a group of four for your chosen game.
MONTHLY BINGO
January 11, February 8, March 7
12:30 - 2:00 pm
Mizel Reception Room
Free/Donation based
This is an opportunity to play for prizes and join in the fun! This is a free event, though registration is required.
KAVOD ON THE ROAD
January 17, February 21, March 20
1:00 - 2:30 pm
Mizel Reception Room/Phillips Social Hall
$5.00
Join the JCC in partnership with Kavod on the Road for monthly Arts and Culture programs!
CURRENT EVENTS & SCHMOOZE
Fridays, January 12 - March 15
10:00 - 11:30 am
Mizel Reception Room Free
Led by community members, 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. All political backgrounds are welcome.
SENIOR BOOK CLUB
January 18, February 22, March 21
10:30 - 11:30 am
Wolf Room
Free/Donation based
In partnership with the JCC Mizel Arts and Culture Center
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.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT CLUB
January 18, February 15, March 14
12:30 - 2:30 pm
Perlmutter Room
Free/Donation based
Want to learn how to FaceTime or Zoom with your children and grandchildren? How about text and email? Need help using your iPhone, iPad, or PC laptop? Please join us in this free monthly workshop to navigate through these common technology challenges and learn new skills! No registration required.
SENIOR ARTS AND CRAFTS
*Tentative Dates: January 10, 24, February 7, 28, March 20
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mizel Reception Room
Free
In partnership with the JCC Mizel Arts and Culture Center
Join us in crafting beautiful, handmade creations! Here at the JCC, you will be embroidering, beading, painting, and more. Amaze yourself and astound your family with your developing talents.
INTERGENERATIONAL SINGALONG
Date coming soon!
10:30 - 11:15 am
Social Hall
Free
Enjoy the benefits of music and dancing in the company of some of our cutest community members, babies, and tots! In this 45-minute session, seniors from the community will be joining students in the Music with Altitunes classes at the JCC for a sing-along.
ISRAELI AND INTERNATIONAL DANCE CLASS
Sunday, March 3
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
JCC Social Hall
Free, Donation based
Yalla! Join the JCC in the Beginners Level Israeli and International Dance Class with Gwen Loren. Music, water, and coffee will be provided, but it is recommended to bring your own kosher-style snack and wear comfortable clothes, socks, and shoes.
ADULT FINE ARTS
PAINTING
Instructor: Toby Meyer
Session 1: January 29 - May 6
Mondays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Session 2: January 30 - April 16
Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:00 pm
$200/session
Learn to develop paintings using a wide variety of ideas and techniques. In an enriching and creative environment explore design, color, composition, and spontaneity.
INTRODUCTION TO OIL PAINTING
Instructor: Taylor Jones
January 8 - March 11
Mondays, 6:30 - 8:30pm
$256/session
In this Introduction to Oil Painting class, you will learn the core concepts and fundamental skills of oil painting. Alongside your instructor, you will explore the concepts of gesture, shape design, and composition. Once you have completed this course, you will be able to paint from life using the many techniques and applications you learned in class.
INTERACTIVE ARTISTS GROUP ADVANCED SKILLS
Instructor: Boris Shoshensky
January 9 - March 19
Tuesdays, 10:00am - 2:00pm
$440/session
A space to create art for the established artist. Work independently or with the support of an instructor. Approval required to join this class.
DRAWING AND SKETCHING: MIXED LEVELS
Instructor: Taylor Jones
January 11 - March 14
Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
$256/session
In this mixed-level course, you will learn the basics of drawing and sketching. Beginning students can expect an introduction to fundamental concepts including perspective, light and shadow, and proportion, working in pencil. Intermediate students will explore other mediums including charcoal and ink through still lifes and self portraits.
WATERCOLOR
Instructor: Toby Meyer
January 29 - May 6
Mondays, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
$240/session
Discover the art of creating watercolor paintings using an array of methods and new ideas. Explore the magic of watercolor and learn new ways to use design, pattern, shape, color, and composition.
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CERAMICS
CERAMICS INTRODUCTION: WHEEL & HANDBUILDING
Instructor: Charles Jones
Session 1: January 11 - February 8
Session 2: February 15 - March 14
Thursdays, 5:45 - 8:45 pm
$245/session
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.
CERAMICS BEGINNERS: WHEELTHROWING
Instructor: Katharine Robbins
Session 1: January 8 - February 5
Session 2: February 12 - March 11
Mondays, 5:45 - 8:45 pm
$196/session
This class is designed for beginners and for those who want to improve their basic throwing skills. Come get your hands dirty in this fun and thorough introduction to throwing clay on the wheel! This class will provide hands-on instruction covering the fundamentals of wedging clay, centering, opening, pulling up, and shaping your pots.
CERAMICS BEGINNERS: WHEEL THROWING & HANDBUILDING
Instructor: Katharine Robbins
Session 1: January 11 - February 8
Session 2: February 15 - March 14
Thursdays, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
$245/session
This class is designed for beginners and for those who want to improve their basic throwing and handbuilding skills. This class is a hybrid of handbuilding and wheel throwing. Students have the option to choose which technique they’d like to work with.
CERAMICS MIXED LEVELS
Instructor: Ari Shahbazi
Session 1: January 10 - February 7
Session 2: February 14 - March 13
Wednesdays, 5:45 - 8:45 pm
$245/session
This course is for those who have already taken the Introduction to Ceramics and/or Beginners series or have approval from the ceramics department head. Class experience ranges from beginner to intermediate. Classes are designed to allow room for student exploration of wheel and handbuilding techniques.
CERAMICS INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED:
WHEEL & HANDBUILDING
Instructor: Katharine Robbins
Session 1: January 9 - February 6
Tuesdays, 5:45 - 8:45 pm
Session 2: February 13 - March 5
Tuesdays, 5:45 - 8:45 pm
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 INTERMEDIATE/
ADVANCED: WHEEL & HANDBUILDING
Instructor: Ari Shahbazi
Session 1: January 10 - February 7
Wednesdays,10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Session : February 14 - March 13
Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
$245/session
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 INTERMEDIATE/
ADVANCED:
WHEEL & HANDBUILDING
Instructor: Charles Jones
Session 1: January 12 - February 9
Session 2: February 16 - March 15
Fridays, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
$245/session
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. Students who take this class have an idea of the ceramic projects they want to do and prefer a free-flowing 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: PRIVATES
Instructors vary
By appointment
Two-hour minimum
$77/hour
Match with a subject matter expert and take your skills to the next level in this 1-1 private session. Email to inquire: ashahbazi@jccdenver.org
CERAMICS SEMI-PRIVATE CLASSES & CERAMICS TEAM BUILDING CLASSES
Instructors vary
Select Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays
Two-hour time slots
$77/class
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 AND EVENTS
CHALLAH
February 1, March 7
5:30 - 8:30 pm
$77
In this class you will learn how to make Challah, the most quintessential of Jewish breads and the centerpiece of the Shabbat and holiday table. Each participant will leave class with one baked loaf and one loaf ready to bake at home. We will also learn how to create multiple braids.
BABKA
February 22
5:30 - 8:30 pm
$77
Come learn the joy of making babka. Strands of sweet, eggy, buttery dough are stuffed, traditionally, with chocolate or cinnamon and then twisted together to make the classic swirl.
HAMENTASCHEN
March 21
5:30 - 8:30 pm
$77
The triangular cut of this seasonal pastry stems from the legendary shape of the villain’s hat in Book of Esther. Come learn to make a variety of delicious hamantaschen at our baking class.
CHALLAH BRAIDING
March 15
1:00 pm
JCC Lobby
$18/person
Join us for a heartwarming and hands-on experience with Luisa Hagermeir, the talented owner and baker of Challarahdo Hearth. Luisa will kick off the event by sharing the secret braiding to her signature, mouthwatering challah dough.
