FOR FAMILIES
IRENE & RONALD COHEN CENTER FOR PARENT
ENGAGEMENT + EDUCATION
Advance registration required for all programs at sjjcc.org/parenting
AUTUMN MELODIES WITH LITTLE MAESTROS
Ages: Birth-5 years
Get ready to sing, dance, and move to your favorite Little Maestros tunes in this interactive performance, featuring puppets, bubbles, and hands-on fun with a variety of instruments.
Sunday, October 20, 11:30am-12:15pm $40 members / $45 nonmembers per family
FOR TEENS
BUSLIK/LEVY TEEN SERVICES CENTER
Advance registration required for all programs at sjjcc.org/teens
Tomorrow’s leaders—teens, in grades 6-12—participate in opportunities that give back, teach academic preparedness, and develop leadership skills.
TIME FOR GOOD (8 sessions)
Give back to our neighbors with meaningful service projects while earning community service hours!
Grades: 9-12
Begins Thursday, October 17, 5:30-6:30pm
$36
Grades: 6-8
Begins Tuesday, October 22, 5:30-6:30pm
$36
GERSHWIND/JACOBSON HEALTH + WELLNESS CENTER
Advance registration required for all programs at sjjcc.org/wellness
LINE DANCING CLASS
Ages: 16+ years
Get ready to kick up your heels with our fun class! Whether you are a beginner or experienced dancer, you’ll learn classic steps and new moves in a relaxed, and energetic environment. 4 sessions
Begins Tuesday, October 8, 7-8pm $42 members / $62 nonmembers
STREET SMARTS SELF-DEFENSE
Ages: 13+ years
Take control of your safety, learn how to be aware of your surroundings, and prepare for the unexpected, by learning basic functional defense techniques. Class is taught by our Fitness + Training Supervisor, karate, and judo expert Lori Levi. 4 sessions
Begins Wednesday, October 30, 5:05pm-5:55pm
$83 members / $155 nonmembers
SATURDAY NIGHT OPEN PLAY PICKLEBALL
Advance registration required at sjjcc.org/pickleball
Ages: 21+ years
Get your paddles ready for a smashing good time! Players should know how to serve and keep score; please bring your own paddle. Refreshments will be served. Saturday, October 19, 6:30-9pm
$40 members / $50 nonmembers per person
FOR ADULTS
ARTS + CULTURE
CULTURE
Advance registration required for all programs at sjjcc.org/culture
HOLIDAY FLORAL ARRANGEMENT WORKSHOP
Learn the basics of floral design and assemble a beautiful faux flower centerpiece from craft artist Christin Nash! All supplies are included. Monday, October 14, 7-9pm $35 members / $40 nonmembers
GAMES
Advance registration required for all programs at sjjcc.org/gameworkshops
FALL CANASTA TOURNAMENT
Enjoy a day of Canasta at our tournament supervised by Judy Umansky! Prizes will be awarded for the first, second, and third place teams. A light breakfast and lunch will be served. Wednesday, October 16, 10am-3pm $100 members / $125 nonmembers
LITERARY ARTS
Advance registration required at sjjcc.org/literaryarts. Our Author Breakfast Series includes (3) additional programs as part of the 2024-25 season. Visit our website for more information.
JODI & ROBERT ROSENTHAL AUTHOR BREAKFAST + BOOK SIGNING SERIES: WHEN WOMEN RAN FIFTH AVENUE
BY JULIE SATOW
Satow, an award-winning journalist, chronicles the golden age of American department stores and the three visionary women who led them!
Thursday, October 31, 10:30am
$60
CLUBS
Advance registration required at sjjcc.org/clubs
MOVIE CLUB
In honor of First Responders Day (October 28), we’ll be screening Ambulance Girl , starring Kathy Bates! Wednesday, October 30, 7pm Free for members / $5 nonmembers
WALKING CLUB
Lace up your sneakers and join us as we walk the grounds of the Nassau County Museum of Art, right across the street from SJJCC! Indoor strolls will take place when weather is inclement. Thursdays, 9:30am
ARTSPACE
For more information, visit sjjcc.org/artspace
View exhibits of established and emerging local artists in our 90-foot gallery!
ON DISPLAY: DEE SHAPIRO, GETTING THERE
Shapiro, whose work has been featured at the Guggenheim Museum,The Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, and numerous other museums and galleries nationwide, invites viewers to explore geometric forms in architecture as seen on foot, by car, or by bicycle. Through November
FAY J. LINDNER FOUNDATION SENIOR SERVICES CENTER
Programs are open to members and senior passport holders. For more information, visit sjjcc.org/seniors
LINDA & GERALD MARSDEN SENIOR PASSPORT PROGRAMS
NEWS BEHIND THE NEWS
Share your thoughts and hear from others on the hottest topics in the news today. Led by a moderator. Mondays, 10:30am
REACH LECTURE SERIES
Weekly lectures on a myriad of topics including history, religion, music, theater, and more. Tuesdays, 11am
KNITZVAH
Share stories and laughs as we knit and crochet in person for a cause. Wednesdays, 12:30-2:30pm
GAMES DAY
Come play cards, bridge, Mah Jong, and other games with your pals. Interested in joining a game, reach out and we will try to match you with other players. Thursdays, 10am-2pm
NANCY MARX CANCER WELLNESS CENTER
Advance registration required for all programs at sjjcc.org/cancerwellness
THE THINKING PATIENT
Whether you visit the doctor frequently or occasionally, strong communication is vital for your well-being. Learn a structured approach to communicate confidently and clearly. Thursday, October 10, 1:30-3pm
BETTER HEALTH BEGINS IN THE KITCHEN
Kickstart your journey to better nutrition with four monthly nutrition workshops for those with a cancer diagnosis. With Karen Berg, RD.
All sessions are held on a Wednesday, 11am-12pm
Introduction to Healthy Eating – October 23
Giving Thanks – November 20
Holiday Eating – December 18
Start the Year off Right – January 22, 2025
HEART HEALTH DURING TREATMENT
Learn about the impact of cancer treatments on your heart with Dr. Robert Copland-Halperin, Onco-Cardiologist at Northwell Health Cancer Institute, in this virtual workshop. Tuesday, October 29, 6-7:30pm
DR. GAYLE R. BERG CENTER FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL RESILIENCE
For more information, visit sjjcc.org/resilience
REIMAGINING INDEPENDENCE: HELPING OUR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES HAVE SOCIAL SUCCESS
Developing friendships and social skills is a crucial part of growing up, though it can be challenging for some children. Gain insights and strategies on how families can help kids and teens learn essential skills, such as starting conversations, cooperating, handling competition, and managing conflicts, to support your child’s social journey with Dr. Rona Milch Novick.
Tuesday, October 1, 7-8:30pm
Advance registration required at sjjcc.org/communityed
RESILIENCE CHALLENGE
Follow our simple, yet transformative tips for a more balanced and resilient life. Kick off each month by visiting our table in the pick up a handout, or download the Challenge from our website. Our October topic is “Time Management.” Thursday, October 10, 9am-5pm
RESILIENCE U: SELF-AWARENESS – IDENTIFYING VALUES AND BELIEFS
Grades: 9-12
An empowering program designed exclusively for high school students as they navigate transitions to young adulthood, college, and beyond. Three key areas are addressed each semester: Self-Awareness, Relationships (November 12), and Skill Development (December 17).
Attendees earn two community service credits per workshop. Tuesday, October 8, 5:30-7pm
REEL PSYCHOLOGY
Delve into films and insightful movie guides to explore the human experience, emotions, and personal growth. Immerse yourself in the power of cinema to connect with psychological nuances depicted on screen. October’s film is Life As A House . Tuesday, October 15, 1:15pm
MENTAL HEALTH & WELL BEING EBOOK COLLECTION AT THE BRYANT LIBRARY
Explore 5,000 psychology, counseling, and research titles that support mental well-being and self-care skills. Access the collection, free of charge, when you visit us or The Bryant Library in person, or online using your Bryant Library card.
CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
For more information, visit sjjcc.org/cce
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
ELECTION DISINFORMATION/ MISINFORMATION WORKSHOP
With election season fast approaching, it’s more important than ever to navigate the news and information we encounter. That’s why we’re excited for an upcoming workshop in partnership with the Bryant Library, that explores:
• How to identify credible sources of information
• Tips for spotting disinformation and misinformation
• Best practices for navigating news platforms and social media during elections
• Tools to help you become a more informed and critical news consumer, and more!
Whether you’re looking to be more informed or simply want to share accurate information with your community, we’ll get you prepared for the coming weeks!
Tuesday, October 8, 11am
CELEBRATING EQUITY + DIVERSITY: NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY
Pick up a ribbon and sign the pledge to stand in solidarity, and show the LGBTQIA+ community that hate and prejudice have no home here.
Friday, October 11, 10am-12pm
STANDING UP TO HATE: NATIONAL BULLYING PREVENTION MONTH
Stop by our Unity Day table and learn how to be an upstander, and help us work towards a bully-free world!
Wednesday, October 16, 2-6pm
FILM AND PANEL DISCUSSION: A TREE OF LIFE
On Saturday, October 27, 2018, the Tree of Life Synagogue was the location of the most deadly antisemitic attack in U.S. history. Join us for a screening of A Tree of Life, which documents the day’s events, the lives of the survivors, and how the community set out on a path of healing. A panel discussion with survivors will follow. Saturday, October 19, 7-8:30pm
COMMUNITY NEEDS BANK
CURB YOUR MITZVAH:
FAMILY DAY OF SERVICE
Join us for a curbside donation of shelf-stable non-perishable food and targeted perishables. At SJJCC’s Annex – 200 Forest Drive, Suite 11 Sunday, October 20, 10am-12pm
EVENTS AT-A-GLANCE
