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<strong>CenterPost</strong><br />
<strong>Spring</strong> <strong>2018</strong> Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong><br />
5778<br />
What’s Inside<br />
2 Children’s programs<br />
restructured<br />
4 Summer Camp<br />
registration begins<br />
March 4<br />
6 Fall <strong>2018</strong> Early<br />
Childhood Program<br />
registration open<br />
8 <strong>Spring</strong> Break<br />
Vacation Camp<br />
10 Childrens<br />
Sports, Dance<br />
and Gymnastics<br />
Classes<br />
19 Play pickleball<br />
indoors!<br />
22 Churches and<br />
Graveyards win<br />
Battle <strong>of</strong> the Bands<br />
www.jccsyr.org<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> announces <strong>2018</strong> Annual Meeting and award recipients<br />
Friends and supporters <strong>of</strong> the Sam Pomeranz<br />
Jewish Community Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> will soon<br />
gather to celebrate an impressive showing <strong>of</strong><br />
community service and selfless giving at this<br />
year’s 155th <strong>JCC</strong> Annual Meeting and Gala<br />
presented by naming<br />
sponsor The Wladis<br />
Companies. The<br />
event will be held on<br />
Sunday, June 3, <strong>2018</strong><br />
from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.<br />
at Owera Vineyards<br />
in Cazenovia.<br />
A total <strong>of</strong> 11<br />
awards will be<br />
presented at this<br />
year’s event in<br />
recognition <strong>of</strong><br />
outstanding service<br />
given to the <strong>JCC</strong><br />
and to the local<br />
community. The<br />
theme will be a “Lower East Side Experience.”<br />
The gala is the <strong>JCC</strong>’s biggest and most<br />
important annual fundraiser. It’s a celebration<br />
unlike any other in the Central New York Jewish<br />
community in which friends and families come<br />
together to benefit the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> and to<br />
pay tribute to those who have acted so selflessly.<br />
A cocktail hour will kick <strong>of</strong>f the event and<br />
give way to a fun deli brunch. A brief business<br />
meeting will follow, which will then lead into the<br />
community service<br />
THE WLADIS COMPANIES ~ NAMING SPONSOR<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> Annual Meeting & Gala<br />
Alex Lozupone<br />
Come to the <strong>JCC</strong>’s annual Purim Carnival for a day <strong>of</strong> family fun!<br />
The Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Syracuse</strong> is once again gearing up for a fun-filled<br />
day <strong>of</strong> games, activities,<br />
food and more during its<br />
upcoming Purim Carnival.<br />
This annual family-oriented<br />
event will be held on<br />
Sunday, March 4 from noon<br />
to 4 p.m. at the <strong>JCC</strong>. There<br />
will be plenty <strong>of</strong> interactive<br />
and entertaining activities<br />
for preschool and schoolage<br />
children and their<br />
families. Admission is free and open to the public.<br />
Lower East Side<br />
Kosher Deli<br />
YExperience!<br />
Sunday, June 3, <strong>2018</strong><br />
11:00 am<br />
Owera Vineyards, Cazenovia<br />
Va’ad supervised<br />
awards ceremony.<br />
As in previous years,<br />
the gala’s proceeds<br />
will provide<br />
significant funding<br />
for scholarships<br />
to individuals in<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong>’s early<br />
childhood, after<br />
school, summer<br />
camp and senior<br />
programs.<br />
This year’s<br />
honorees represent<br />
a wide spectrum<br />
<strong>of</strong> dedication and<br />
support. The Kovod Award, which signifies honor<br />
and importance, will be presented to longtime<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> volunteer Donna Lipton and to <strong>JCC</strong> board<br />
> See “Annual Meeting” on page 3<br />
“We are so pleased to open our doors each<br />
year to the community and create such a fun<br />
and friendly atmosphere,”<br />
said the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong>’s<br />
Marci Erlebacher, executive<br />
director. “Purim is one <strong>of</strong><br />
the most lively, joy-filled<br />
holidays, and what better<br />
way to celebrate than with<br />
a carnival for our members,<br />
neighbors and the whole<br />
community.”<br />
> See “Purim” on page 4
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<strong>JCC</strong> enhances structure <strong>of</strong> its children’s programs<br />
These days it seems like the world is in<br />
a constant state <strong>of</strong> change. Sometimes<br />
change can be good. This is certainly the<br />
case here at the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> as we’ve<br />
made some program changes to better<br />
serve our members and the community.<br />
Effective Jan. 2, the <strong>JCC</strong>’s Jerome<br />
and Phyllis Charney Early Childhood<br />
Development Program and the After<br />
School Program began operating under<br />
the newly created Children’s Programming<br />
department. This<br />
enhanced structure<br />
has changed very little<br />
about the way these<br />
programs operate.<br />
Only the overall<br />
management structure<br />
Pam Ranieri<br />
Director <strong>of</strong><br />
Children’s Programming<br />
Amy Bisnett<br />
Associate Director <strong>of</strong><br />
Children’s Programming<br />
has changed to better<br />
serve our members and<br />
families.<br />
“Our new structure<br />
for children’s programs<br />
means that we’re able<br />
to be more flexible<br />
and responsive in the<br />
way we do things,”<br />
said Marci Erlebacher,<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> executive director.<br />
“Thus, we’ll be able<br />
to do more family<br />
programming with<br />
all ages. We’ll also be able to create a<br />
more cohesive transition for children and<br />
families going from the Early Childhood<br />
Program to our After School Program.”<br />
This change for the <strong>JCC</strong> was prompted<br />
by former longtime employee Mick Hagan,<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Children and Teen Services,<br />
leaving the <strong>JCC</strong> at the end <strong>of</strong> last year for<br />
a local teaching position. “We thank Mick<br />
for his outstanding service over the past<br />
10 years and wish him well on his exciting<br />
new position,” said Erlebacher.<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong>’s new Children’s Programming<br />
department is led by Pamela Ranieri,<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Children’s Programming,<br />
and Amy Bisnett, Associate Director <strong>of</strong><br />
Children’s Programming. Ranieri had been<br />
the Early Childhood Director for the past<br />
year and she has been with the <strong>JCC</strong> for<br />
nine years. Bisnett was the Assistant Early<br />
Childhood Director for the past year and<br />
was the <strong>JCC</strong>’s Director <strong>of</strong> Children and<br />
Teen Services several years ago.<br />
“Both Pamela and Amy bring a wealth<br />
<strong>of</strong> knowledge and experience to their new<br />
roles,” said Erlebacher.<br />
“We’re delighted about<br />
the possibilities for this<br />
new structure going<br />
forward.”<br />
Also, as part <strong>of</strong> the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong>’s restructuring,<br />
Christine Flynn<br />
Early Childhood<br />
Assistant Director<br />
Joshua Van Alstyne<br />
Assistant Director <strong>of</strong><br />
School Age Programs<br />
they’ve promoted<br />
two individuals to fill<br />
key roles. Christine<br />
“Chrissy” Flynn is now<br />
the Early Childhood<br />
Assistant Director<br />
and Josh Van Alstyne<br />
has been promoted to<br />
Assistant Director <strong>of</strong><br />
School Age Programs.<br />
Flynn has been with<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong> for seven<br />
years and has worked<br />
in early childhood for<br />
over 20 years. She started with the <strong>JCC</strong> as<br />
an early childhood teacher before moving<br />
into her most recent position as daytime<br />
receptionist. Van Alstyne has been with<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong> for two years and is a seasoned<br />
after school and summer camp counselor.<br />
He will be assisting Ranieri and Bisnett in<br />
overseeing the After School Program.<br />
For more information about the <strong>JCC</strong>’s<br />
new Children’s Programming department,<br />
contact Pamela Ranieri or Amy Bisnett at<br />
315-445-2040, ext. 120.<br />
By Rabbi Paul Drazen<br />
A sense <strong>of</strong><br />
community<br />
This is, without doubt, the most celebratory<br />
time <strong>of</strong> the Jewish year. Unfortunately, Purim<br />
with its hullabaloo, is too <strong>of</strong>ten seen as a time<br />
just for children. But tradition tells us that Purim<br />
is so joyous that when the Messianic age<br />
begins, Purim alone, <strong>of</strong> all celebrations, will<br />
continue as a holiday for the Jewish people.<br />
Purim marks a time <strong>of</strong> great intrigue. We<br />
watch as a politically-powerful individual<br />
requests to destroy the Jewish people, simply<br />
for being Jews. Mordecai asks his cousin<br />
Esther to intercede with the king to short-circuit<br />
the plan and allow her people to survive.<br />
Esther agrees to ask the king but sets a condition.<br />
Her request is for the Jews in Shushan<br />
to undertake a three-day fast in support <strong>of</strong> her<br />
daring and potentially life-threatening appeal.<br />
As we know, and celebrate, her mission was<br />
accomplished.<br />
What makes Purim so special? There are many<br />
explanations and understandings, <strong>of</strong> course.<br />
One reason which stands out for me was that<br />
Esther’s request was for the Jewish community<br />
join with her. As such, the appeal to save<br />
the community was not made by one person<br />
alone; the request for the sake <strong>of</strong> the community<br />
was made with the support and cooperation<br />
<strong>of</strong> the community.<br />
That fact can serve as a lesson to us! We can<br />
do well working as individuals; we accomplish<br />
more when we come together as community.<br />
Our community does better when we join together,<br />
work together and celebrate together.<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong>, as the name Jewish COMMUNITY<br />
Center implies, can serve as a focus, a wonderful<br />
place for us to concentrate the power <strong>of</strong><br />
community for the benefit <strong>of</strong> the Jewish and<br />
general <strong>Syracuse</strong> communities.<br />
SPRING TAP DANCE CLASSES at the <strong>JCC</strong><br />
Tuesday evenings | $5 per person<br />
Starts February 27<br />
For details stop by the Fitness desk or call 315-234-4522.<br />
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member and former gala chairperson<br />
Lynne Pascale.<br />
A total <strong>of</strong> six Kovod Gadol Awards will<br />
be presented this year. The award, which<br />
translates to highest honor or great honor<br />
in Hebrew, will be presented to those who<br />
were instrumental in helping to keep the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> safe both during and after last year’s<br />
bomb threats. This year’s recipients are<br />
Susan DeMari, security liaison for local<br />
Jewish organizations; the Federal Bureau<br />
<strong>of</strong> Investigation; New York State Police;<br />
Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office; Town<br />
<strong>of</strong> DeWitt Police Department; and Centro.<br />
Two individuals who have made<br />
their mark through service to the entire<br />
Jewish community will be inducted into<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong> Hall <strong>of</strong> Fame this year. They are<br />
Shelly Kruth, managing partner with<br />
D’Arcangelo & Co., and Marilyn Pinsky,<br />
former commissioner <strong>of</strong> Onondaga County<br />
Department <strong>of</strong> Aging and Youth.<br />
This year’s Leslie Award, the third to<br />
be given since being introduced in 2016,<br />
will be presented to Carolyn Weinberg,<br />
coordinator <strong>of</strong> PJ Library in CNY, a <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Syracuse</strong> program. “The Leslie” recognizes<br />
outstanding commitment and service to<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong> and to the local community—the<br />
qualities which the award’s namesake,<br />
Leslie London Neulander, personified<br />
throughout her many selfless volunteer<br />
pursuits.<br />
“We are delighted to recognize another<br />
wonderful group <strong>of</strong> honorees this year,”<br />
said the <strong>JCC</strong>’s Marci Erlebacher, executive<br />
director. “The amazing service and support<br />
that these individuals and organizations<br />
have given to the <strong>JCC</strong> and to the local<br />
Jewish community is truly remarkable.”<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong>’s <strong>2018</strong> Annual Meeting<br />
and Gala committee members are Shira<br />
Boschan, Linda Drimer, Debbie Goldwein,<br />
Paula King, Andrea Knoller, Jessica<br />
Malzman, Lynne Pascale, Sue Sloane,<br />
Robin Sisskind and Steven Sisskind.<br />
For more information about the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Syracuse</strong>’s upcoming gala, including event<br />
tickets and sponsorship opportunities, call<br />
315-445-2360 or visit www.jccsyr.org.<br />
Join the <strong>JCC</strong> today!<br />
We <strong>of</strong>fer a variety <strong>of</strong> affordable fitness and non-fitness<br />
memberships for families, individuals and seniors.<br />
Members receive discounted rates on <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong><br />
programs and services. Check us out and see what<br />
being a part <strong>of</strong> our community is all about. You don’t<br />
have to be Jewish to become a member <strong>of</strong> the <strong>JCC</strong>.<br />
For information on <strong>JCC</strong> membership options, see<br />
page 12. To schedule a tour, contact Nick Finlayson,<br />
membership director at 315-445-2040, ext. 140, or<br />
nfinlayson@jccsyr.org.<br />
A place where everyone belongs.<br />
5655 Thompson Rd. • DeWitt<br />
315.445.2360 • www.jccsyr.org<br />
REGISTRATION INFO<br />
Registering for childrens classes<br />
To enroll in classes, use the Class Registration<br />
Form on page 15. Complete one form for each<br />
individual registration and return to:<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong><br />
5655 Thompson Rd.<br />
DeWitt, NY 13214<br />
Fax: 315-449-4539<br />
Full payment is due at time <strong>of</strong> enrollment. Register<br />
early as some programs have limited space<br />
and classes fill up fast. <strong>JCC</strong> members receive<br />
enrollment priority.<br />
Cancellations, refunds & changes We do not<br />
send registration confirmations. We will notify you<br />
only if a program is cancelled. The <strong>JCC</strong> reserves<br />
the right to cancel a program due to insufficient<br />
registration. In such cases, a full refund or credit<br />
will be issued. Transfers from one class to another<br />
can only be made with prior <strong>JCC</strong> approval.<br />
Billing<br />
Membership <strong>JCC</strong> membership is a one-year<br />
commitment. Annual membership is nonrefundable<br />
and payment is due in full upon<br />
joining. Or, for your convenience, you may choose<br />
an alternate payment option such as monthly<br />
automatic payments from your credit/debit card or<br />
bank account.<br />
Program enrollment Bills for the Early Childhood<br />
Development Program (ECDP) and the After<br />
School Program will be issued on or about the first<br />
<strong>of</strong> every month. Payment may be made by mail, in<br />
person or via phone/fax by credit card. You may<br />
also choose monthly automatic payments from<br />
your credit/debit card or bank account.<br />
After School withdrawals, changes<br />
To ensure proper staffing ratios, changes or<br />
withdrawals must be made in writing to the After<br />
School Program by the 15th <strong>of</strong> the month (or<br />
next business day) prior to the month when the<br />
change will occur. If written notification is not<br />
received, you are responsible for the original billed<br />
amount. Increases in days and times are based on<br />
availability.<br />
ECDP withdrawals, changes<br />
Enrollment in ECDP is a commitment to our<br />
10-month school year which consists <strong>of</strong> three<br />
sessions: September–November, December–<br />
February and March–June. Any program<br />
withdrawals or enrollment changes must be made<br />
30 days before the start <strong>of</strong> a session. For further<br />
details, dates and deadlines, please contact the<br />
ECDP <strong>of</strong>fice at 315-445-2040, ext. 120.<br />
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Purim<br />
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The <strong>JCC</strong>’s Purim Carnival is the<br />
center’s largest indoor community event<br />
held each year. It has become a tradition<br />
for the <strong>JCC</strong> to hold the celebration as a<br />
way <strong>of</strong> giving back to the community so<br />
that families can come together for an<br />
afternoon <strong>of</strong> good quality time. Children<br />
are encouraged to dress in costumes, which<br />
is a Purim holiday custom. Kids dressed in<br />
costumes will receive a prize ticket at the<br />
door. A food and toiletry drive to benefit<br />
the Huntington Family Centers will also be<br />
held. Anyone bringing in an item to donate<br />
will receive a prize ticket.<br />
One <strong>of</strong> the carnival’s main attractions is<br />
Esther’s Café, which will open for lunch at<br />
11:30 a.m. in the <strong>JCC</strong>’s Anne and Hy Miller<br />
Family Auditorium. A variety <strong>of</strong> homecooked,<br />
Va’ad-supervised gourmet kosher<br />
food by the <strong>JCC</strong>’s chef, Donna Carullo, will<br />
be available. Menu items<br />
will include corned beef<br />
and turkey sandwiches,<br />
hamburgers, hotdogs,<br />
knishes and desserts<br />
featuring the ever<br />
popular hamantashen.<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong> Neulander<br />
Family Sports & Fitness<br />
Center’s Schayes Family<br />
Gymnasium will be<br />
transformed into a mini-indoor midway<br />
<strong>of</strong> sorts and feature kids carnival games,<br />
large inflatable bounce toys and slides,<br />
caricature drawings and more. Other event<br />
attractions will include entertainment,<br />
a toddler/preschool bounce house, child<br />
safe ID fingerprinting and<br />
car seat safety checks, PJ<br />
Library activity, a used<br />
book sale and release <strong>of</strong><br />
the <strong>JCC</strong>’s <strong>2018</strong> Camp<br />
Joe and Lynne Romano<br />
summer camp guide.<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong><br />
takes pride in putting on<br />
its Purim Carnival each<br />
year thanks to the support<br />
<strong>of</strong> a small “army” <strong>of</strong> volunteers. Some <strong>of</strong><br />
the many crucial tasks volunteers will<br />
perform include running games, serving<br />
food and helping out in the prize room.<br />
For students seeking to fulfill community<br />
service requirements, volunteering is a<br />
great way to earn credit hours, help out the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> and have some fun! Volunteer shifts<br />
are available from 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. and<br />
from 1:45 p.m. to 4 p.m.<br />
For more information about the <strong>JCC</strong>’s<br />
Purim Carnival, including volunteer<br />
opportunities and donating gently used<br />
books for the sale, contact the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Syracuse</strong> at 315-445-2360 or visit www.<br />
jccsyr.org.<br />
<strong>2018</strong> summer camp registration begins March 4<br />
Who’s ready for<br />
summer? Come to the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong>’s Purim Carnival<br />
on Sunday, March<br />
12 from noon to 4 p.m. and sign up your<br />
child for summer camp! That’s when the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong>’s <strong>2018</strong> Camp Joe and Lynne Romano<br />
summer camp guide will first be available<br />
and we’ll be accepting camp registrations<br />
all day long.<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong>’s summer day camp for<br />
children and teens will run weekdays for<br />
eight weeks from June 25 through August<br />
17. Camp Romano will once again <strong>of</strong>fer<br />
a variety <strong>of</strong> adventurous and enriching<br />
programs so campers can establish lasting<br />
friendships, gain experience “by doing”<br />
and have loads <strong>of</strong> fun all summer long.<br />
Last year, the <strong>JCC</strong> had another very<br />
successful summer camp season. Hundreds<br />
<strong>of</strong> campers ranging in age from infants to<br />
school-age children to teens had a blast<br />
making friends and memories to last a<br />
lifetime.<br />
Camp enrollment is broken out into<br />
three different age groups. The early<br />
childhood camp is for children 6-weeks old<br />
through entering kindergarten, school-age<br />
camp is open to children entering grades<br />
1–6 and the SyraCruisin’ teen travel camp<br />
is for young teens entering grades 7–10.<br />
> See “Camp Romano” on page 5<br />
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Rosie Scheer joins PJ Our Way national design team<br />
Eight-year old Rosie Scheer <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> was<br />
selected to join the national PJ Our Way<br />
Design Team<br />
by the Harold<br />
Grinspoon<br />
Foundation<br />
(HGF), the<br />
creator <strong>of</strong> PJ<br />
Library, in<br />
partnership<br />
with the Sam<br />
Pomeranz<br />
Jewish<br />
Community<br />
Center.<br />
The PJ Our<br />
Way program,<br />
currently in its<br />
5th year, is the<br />
next chapter<br />
<strong>of</strong> the highly<br />
successful<br />
Jewish outreach program PJ Library. PJ<br />
Our Way <strong>of</strong>fers 9-11 year olds a choice <strong>of</strong><br />
Jewish-themed books and a safe website<br />
to upload reviews, videos and blogs. PJ<br />
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All <strong>of</strong> the <strong>JCC</strong>’s camps are held at the <strong>JCC</strong><br />
in DeWitt, except for scheduled <strong>of</strong>f-site<br />
field trips, overnights and certain <strong>of</strong>f-site<br />
specialty camps. In<br />
all cases, though, the<br />
camp day will begin<br />
and end at the <strong>JCC</strong>.<br />
Early and late care<br />
options are available<br />
for all campers.<br />
Once again this<br />
summer, the <strong>JCC</strong> is<br />
looking forward to<br />
<strong>of</strong>fering its Yachad<br />
(meaning “all<br />
together” in Hebrew)<br />
inclusion program for<br />
school-age children<br />
with special needs. The program creates a<br />
sense <strong>of</strong> community among participants<br />
<strong>of</strong> all abilities by utilizing additional<br />
support staff and making necessary<br />
accommodations. There will be no<br />
Library in CNY, which includes PJ Our<br />
Way, is a program <strong>of</strong> the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong>.<br />
As part<br />
<strong>of</strong> the PJ Our<br />
Way Design<br />
Team, Rosie<br />
Scheer and<br />
eleven other<br />
team members<br />
from across<br />
America have<br />
early access<br />
to books and<br />
create content<br />
including<br />
videos and<br />
reviews.<br />
Together<br />
the team<br />
interviews<br />
authors,<br />
participates<br />
in workshops and leads the conversation<br />
amongst their peers.<br />
> See “PJ Our Way” on page 9<br />
additional cost to enroll qualified children<br />
in the Yachad program provided the <strong>JCC</strong>’s<br />
grant funding is approved again this year.<br />
Current <strong>JCC</strong> membership or program<br />
enrollment is not necessary for a child to<br />
attend Camp Romano. Early registration<br />
is recommended<br />
as many sessions<br />
closeout quickly. A<br />
discount for siblings<br />
is available and a<br />
limited number <strong>of</strong><br />
scholarships in the<br />
form <strong>of</strong> financial aid<br />
are also available.<br />
The scholarship<br />
application deadline is<br />
May 14, <strong>2018</strong>.<br />
For more<br />
information about<br />
Camp Romano, and<br />
to request the summer camp program<br />
guide, call 315-445-2360 or visit<br />
www.jccsyr.org.<br />
FOR YOUR<br />
FYI INFORMATION<br />
Fire drills<br />
Licensing <strong>of</strong> our After School Program and<br />
Early Childhood Development Program<br />
with the New York State Office <strong>of</strong> Children<br />
and Family Services requires that the <strong>JCC</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> conduct monthly fire drills at<br />
various times <strong>of</strong> the day to accommodate<br />
varying child schedules. The monthly<br />
scheduling <strong>of</strong> these drills is determined in<br />
September and submitted for approval.<br />
This means that regardless <strong>of</strong> weather<br />
conditions, all fire drills are conducted as<br />
required. Each and every person in the<br />
building must evacuate during a drill. We<br />
thank you in advance for your cooperation<br />
in helping to make the <strong>JCC</strong> a safer place<br />
for everyone.<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> kashrut policy<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong> kitchen is under the supervision<br />
<strong>of</strong> the <strong>Syracuse</strong> Va’ad Ha-ir. The kashrut<br />
policy requires strict adherence to the list<br />
<strong>of</strong> approved foods that may be brought<br />
into the kitchen. This list is available from<br />
program staff members.<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> room rental<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong> rents a variety <strong>of</strong> spaces at affordable<br />
rates. Our auditorium has computer<br />
presentation capabilities and we<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer kosher catering. We also have various<br />
conference rooms that can be arranged to<br />
accommodate meetings, classes, parties<br />
and other events. For details, call Erin Hart<br />
at 315-445-2040, ext. 112.<br />
Israel<br />
Independence Day Celebration<br />
Yom Ha’atzmaut<br />
April 19 • 5:45–8 pm<br />
Temple Adath Yeshurun<br />
450 Kimber Road, <strong>Syracuse</strong><br />
Music • Food • Childrens Activities<br />
...and more!<br />
FREE AND OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
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Jerome and Phyllis<br />
Charney<br />
Early Childhood Development Program<br />
Why choose our program for your child?<br />
Here at the <strong>JCC</strong>, we <strong>of</strong>fer your child consistent opportunities for exploration,<br />
learning and discovery, starting from infancy all the way through to pre-K. We<br />
understand the importance <strong>of</strong> establishing a connection between caregiver and<br />
parents. Therefore, we encourage parent involvement and open communication.<br />
Our warm, nurturing staff is dedicated to the safety and well-being <strong>of</strong> your child,<br />
while enjoying every minute <strong>of</strong> the day and making memories with your child that<br />
will last a lifetime.<br />
Program Hours<br />
Monday–Friday 7 am – 6 pm<br />
/ecdpjccsyr<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong>’s Jerome and Phyllis Charney<br />
Early Childhood Development<br />
Program (ECDP) is the area’s leading<br />
comprehensive childcare facility and<br />
preschool, serving infants six weeks old<br />
through pre-kindergarten children.<br />
HOW TO REGISTER<br />
Some openings are available if you wish<br />
to enroll your child for the current school<br />
year which runs through June. A <strong>JCC</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> family membership (fitness<br />
or non-fitness) is required. For more<br />
information and to schedule a tour, please<br />
call us at 315-445-2040, ext. 123.<br />
Fall <strong>2018</strong> Registration<br />
Open enrollment for the <strong>2018</strong>-2019 school<br />
year starts March 1. To register your<br />
child for the upcoming school year, your<br />
completed enrollment paperwork along<br />
with the $25 registration fee must be<br />
submitted. In May you will receive some<br />
additional forms to complete.<br />
For more information about fall<br />
enrollment and to schedule a tour, please<br />
call 315-445-2040, ext. 123.<br />
Withdrawals, changes<br />
Enrollment in ECDP is a commitment to<br />
our 10-month school year which consists<br />
<strong>of</strong> three sessions: September–November,<br />
December–February and March–June.<br />
Any program withdrawals or enrollment<br />
changes must be made 30 days before the<br />
start <strong>of</strong> a session.<br />
ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES<br />
Once again this spring we will <strong>of</strong>fer some<br />
popular enrichment classes for children<br />
ages three through five. Your child is sure<br />
to enjoy all <strong>of</strong> the hands-on fun that these<br />
classes have to <strong>of</strong>fer! Classes are open to<br />
both <strong>JCC</strong> members and to the public. Look<br />
for flyers posted outside the classrooms.<br />
ONGOING FUNDRAISERS<br />
We continue to participate in the following<br />
ongoing fundraisers which help support<br />
our programming.<br />
Bottle and Can Drive<br />
Thank you to all who have donated their<br />
five-cent deposit bottles and cans in<br />
support <strong>of</strong> our program! To donate to our<br />
bottle and can drive, simply drop <strong>of</strong>f your<br />
returnable beverage containers directly to<br />
F-M Returnables at 202 West Seneca St.<br />
(Route 173) in Manlius, near Smith’s Plaza.<br />
Just tell them that the returnables are for<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong>’s ECDP program, account #21, and<br />
the money will go directly to our program.<br />
Once again, thank you!<br />
Wall <strong>of</strong> Hands<br />
Your child can become a permanent part<br />
<strong>of</strong> our program’s history! ECDP families<br />
can preserve their child’s handprint on<br />
our Wall <strong>of</strong> Hands for years to come. An<br />
initial handprint is $36 and $18 for each<br />
successive year. Each colorful, 6’’x 6’’ tile<br />
is personalized, dated and mounted on the<br />
ECDP entrance wall.<br />
SAVE THE DATE!<br />
• June 13 End-<strong>of</strong>-Year Performance<br />
• June 18 Pre-K Graduation & Picnic<br />
Invitations will be sent out in early June.<br />
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CALENDAR<br />
March<br />
1. . . . . . . . . . Open enrollment for community<br />
1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Purim Parade<br />
4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Purim Carnival 12–4<br />
4. . . . . . . . . Summer Camp registration begins<br />
27 ...........PJ Library—wear your favorite<br />
pajamas to school<br />
28 ......................Passover Seders<br />
classrooms A, B, 2, 7, 8<br />
April<br />
2–6 .....Passover, dietary restrictions apply<br />
16 ...........PJ Library—wear your favorite<br />
pajamas to school<br />
20 .............Earth Day clean-up project<br />
23 ..............<strong>Spring</strong> science unit begins<br />
classrooms A, B, 2, 7, 8<br />
May<br />
6–18 ..........Parent-teacher conferences<br />
11 .....................Muffins with Mom<br />
15 ...........PJ Library—wear your favorite<br />
pajamas to school<br />
28 ..............CLOSED – Memorial Day<br />
29 – June 1 ...Summer Camp Preview Week<br />
June<br />
8. . . . . . . . Songs & Sundaes – classrooms 4, 5<br />
13 ...............End-<strong>of</strong>-Year Performance<br />
classrooms 2, 7, 8<br />
15 ...................Doughnuts with Dad<br />
18 ..................... Pre-K Graduation<br />
20 .................... Last day <strong>of</strong> school<br />
21, 22 .................CLOSED – Training<br />
25 .................Summer Camp begins<br />
A Grand Event for all<br />
By Ankur Dang<br />
Her grandma was reading a story for her<br />
but she was a lot more interested in the<br />
goodies that would come afterwards. Was<br />
it going to be a cookie, a brownie or candy?<br />
Isabella Vondeak, <strong>of</strong> Classroom A at the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong>’s Jerome and Phyllis Charney Early<br />
Childhood Development Program, didn’t<br />
know yet but she couldn’t wait to find<br />
out. Besides, it was so exciting to have her<br />
grandma in her class. And she had brought<br />
her little sister, Olivia, too. Thankfully,<br />
lunchtime did come soon enough.<br />
“We enjoyed reading the story, didn’t<br />
we?” Candy Vondeak, the girls’ grandma<br />
asks them. They nod happily as they dig<br />
into their food. “And we got story books<br />
to take home,” Isabella chimes in. It is<br />
unclear if Olivia Vondeak understood her<br />
elder sister’s excitement but she jumps up<br />
excitedly with a little clap.<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong>’s Early Childhood Development<br />
Program celebrated its annual Grand<br />
Event on the 25th and 26th <strong>of</strong> January.<br />
Grandparents and other special guests<br />
close to the children were invited to have<br />
lunch with their preschooler and to shop<br />
for books for them at the ECDP’s book fair.<br />
Meanwhile, in classroom B, Zypora<br />
Lacirignola is hanging on to every word<br />
<strong>of</strong> her grandma’s story. Occasionally, she<br />
takes a quick glance around the room to<br />
see what the others are doing. But she is<br />
clearly not interested in the jigsaw puzzle<br />
or the hobby horse. And Meryl Lefkowicz,<br />
her grandma, knows it which is why she is<br />
happy to buy her more books from the fair.<br />
Isadora Cannon hugs her grandmother at ECDP’s<br />
Grand Event this past January.<br />
“I think this is a great idea,” Lefkowicz<br />
said, after closing the book. “She gets to<br />
show <strong>of</strong>f what’s here and we get to buy her<br />
some books, and read and get some quality<br />
time together. She loves having stories read<br />
to her and this is perfect because she has<br />
her friends around her and she has her<br />
grandma reading to her—two <strong>of</strong> her favorite<br />
things in one place at the same time.”<br />
Amid books, fairy tales, toys and their<br />
favorite foods, the children and their<br />
special guests bonded with each other away<br />
from the busy routines <strong>of</strong> household duties<br />
and pr<strong>of</strong>essional lives. For Isabella, the<br />
Grand Event doesn’t come <strong>of</strong>ten enough.<br />
“I wish grandma came to my class<br />
every day,” she says with a little pout. Even<br />
though that’s not happening any time<br />
soon, it is probably comforting for her to<br />
know that she’s not the only one with that<br />
particular wish.<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> CAMP<br />
ROMANO<br />
<strong>2018</strong> Summer Camp<br />
registration<br />
Summer Camp dates: June 25 – August 17<br />
Early Childhood Camps<br />
For ages 6 weeks – 5 years.<br />
Full- and part-time sessions available.<br />
Check out our Summer Camp guide coming out<br />
March 4 at our Purim Carnival!<br />
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After School & Childrens Programs<br />
Kindergarten –<br />
Seventh Grade<br />
Providing quality care for your child<br />
Our state-licensed program is all about putting your child first<br />
and meeting the hectic scheduling demands <strong>of</strong> your family. We’re<br />
open to everyone—both <strong>JCC</strong> members and non-members. We<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer a range <strong>of</strong> programs and services for grades K-7 children<br />
designed to keep them safe, secure, engaged and having fun!<br />
• After School Care<br />
• Before School Care<br />
(J-D Schools only)<br />
• Snow-Day Care<br />
• Summer Camp<br />
• Vacation Camp<br />
AFter SCHool PROGRAM • GRADES K–7<br />
How to register<br />
The After School<br />
Program registration<br />
form is available from<br />
our main entrance<br />
reception desk and<br />
on our website. A<br />
$20 non-refundable<br />
registration fee and a<br />
$50 deposit applied to tuition must accompany<br />
the registration form. Billing is done on<br />
a monthly basis. Each child is automatically<br />
enrolled for each month unless advance<br />
notice to withdraw is given.<br />
Withdrawals, changes<br />
All schedule changes and withdrawals must<br />
be submitted in writing to the After School<br />
Program by the 15th <strong>of</strong> the month (or next<br />
business day) prior to the month when the<br />
change will occur. If written notification is not<br />
received, you are responsible for the original<br />
billed amount. Increases in days and times<br />
are based on availability. We do not prorate or<br />
issue credits for partial months.<br />
For more information, please call us at<br />
315-445-2360.<br />
CALENDAR<br />
March<br />
30 ..................TGIF Vacation Camp<br />
April<br />
23–27 .........<strong>Spring</strong> Break Vacation Camp<br />
May<br />
15 ................Ice Cream Social/Raffle<br />
28 ..............CLOSED – Memorial Day<br />
June<br />
6 .................After School Car Wash<br />
14 ....................Farewell Barbecue<br />
21 ...............Last day <strong>of</strong> After School<br />
22 .........CLOSED – Summer Camp prep<br />
25 .................Summer Camp begins!<br />
<strong>Spring</strong> Break Vacation Camp • April 23–27<br />
Let your child celebrate spring at the <strong>JCC</strong><br />
with field trips, outdoor fun (weather permitting),<br />
gardening, earth-friendly activities and<br />
more! We’ll have lots <strong>of</strong> exciting things to do.<br />
• Full Day 9 am – 4 pm<br />
$45 members, $55 non-members<br />
• Half Day 9 am – noon or 1–4 pm<br />
(non-field trip days only)<br />
$30 members, $35 non-members<br />
• Early/Late Care* 7 am – 6 pm<br />
$2 members, $3 non-members<br />
*Free for current After School Program participants<br />
Sign up today!<br />
Open to both <strong>JCC</strong> members and non-members.<br />
Registration flyers will be sent home<br />
with all current After School Program<br />
participants. Or, download the form from<br />
www.jccsyr.org. Early registration pricing<br />
and sibling discount good through April 16.<br />
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• Continued from page 5<br />
“We are thrilled to have Rosie on our<br />
team,” said Saskia Swenson Moss, who<br />
directs the Design Team. “Team members<br />
are great role models for tweens who<br />
want to connect to Judaism in fun and<br />
engaging ways.” Saskia went on to explain<br />
that “Rosie’s application video stood out<br />
because <strong>of</strong> how<br />
engaging it was! She<br />
did her video on a<br />
PJ Our Way book,<br />
The Time Tunnel:<br />
The Dreyfus Affair, by Israeli author Galia<br />
Ron-Feder-Amit. Rosie brought the book<br />
to life with great acting and by telling us<br />
just enough <strong>of</strong> the story to make us want to<br />
read more!”<br />
Rosie’s mom, Abby Scheer, wrote<br />
to Saskia after hearing that Rosie was<br />
accepted to the Design Team. “Wow!<br />
Thank you so much for sharing that!<br />
Rose will be so happy!” said Abby Scheer.<br />
“Rosie’s grandmother, Ina Scheer was just<br />
telling her that she won an award a few<br />
years ago from the Grinspoon Foundation<br />
for her work as a preschool teacher, so they<br />
have both been recognized by this amazing<br />
organization. Now they have something<br />
very special in common!”<br />
Rosie likes reading and telling<br />
people about books. She started a blog<br />
last year called Rosie’s Reviews (www.<br />
rosiebookreviews.<br />
blogspot.com)<br />
where she shares<br />
her thoughts about<br />
the books she reads.<br />
One <strong>of</strong> the first books Rosie reviewed<br />
on her blog was <strong>of</strong> a PJ Library book she<br />
received, All-<strong>of</strong>-a-Kind Family Downtown,<br />
by Sydney Taylor. She likes working with<br />
other kids and talking to them about<br />
books. She looks forward to meeting new<br />
kids through the Design Team.<br />
Carolyn Weinberg, coordinator for PJ<br />
Library and PJ Our Way in CNY, said, “It<br />
is so exciting to have a local kid like Rosie<br />
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on the National PJ Our Way Design Team!<br />
Here in Central New York we currently<br />
have 90 PJ Our Way subscribers since we<br />
became a PJ Our Way Pilot community in<br />
April 2016. This is an amazing opportunity<br />
for Rosie and I know she will do a fantastic<br />
job. I look forward to working with Rosie<br />
to bring new ideas that will enhance our<br />
local programs.”<br />
The PJ Our Way program is supported<br />
by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation<br />
based in Agawam, Mass. Sign-up at www.<br />
pjourway.org<br />
About PJ Library<br />
PJ Library® is an award-winning program<br />
started by the Harold Grinspoon<br />
Foundation that engages families in their<br />
Jewish journey by providing free Jewish<br />
books and music to families around<br />
the world. PJ Library has partnerships<br />
with philanthropists and local Jewish<br />
organizations in more than 200<br />
communities in the U.S. and Canada. For<br />
more information, visit www.pjlibrary.org.<br />
SyraCruisin’ Travel Camp for Teens<br />
$9.50<br />
discounted<br />
movie tickets<br />
For Regal Cinemas<br />
• No expiration date<br />
• No restrictions<br />
Purchase tickets at the <strong>JCC</strong>’s<br />
front desk. Proceeds benefit<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong>’s Teen Programs.<br />
Calling All Teen Adventurers!<br />
Experience a new adventure<br />
each day this summer.<br />
Registration opens March 4!<br />
Questions? Contact Amy Bisnett<br />
at 315-445-2040, ext. 122, or<br />
abisnett@jccsyr.org.<br />
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SOCCER<br />
Le Moyne Soccer – Pre-K<br />
Age: Pre-K<br />
Day: Wednesday<br />
Time: 11–11:30 am<br />
Dates: 3/21–6/13 (not 4/25)<br />
Fee: $140 members, $160 non-members<br />
This fun and fast-paced class is focused on<br />
boosting balance, coordination and fundamental<br />
soccer skills. Creative games help develop<br />
listening skills, cooperation and teamwork.<br />
KARATE<br />
Childrens Classes<br />
Little Dragon Karate<br />
Age: Pre-K<br />
(must be four by 12/1/17)<br />
Day: Friday<br />
Time: 1–1:30 pm<br />
Dates: 3/23–6/15 (not 4/6, 4/27)<br />
Fee: $155 members, $175 non-members<br />
CNY Karate School at the <strong>JCC</strong>! Preschoolers<br />
get a fun introduction to this popular and<br />
healthy sport. Additional fees may be incurred<br />
for uniform and sparring equipment.<br />
Kids Karate<br />
Age: Grades K–7<br />
Day: Friday<br />
Time: 4:15–5 pm<br />
Dates: 3/23–6/15 (not 4/6, 4/27)<br />
Fee: $175 members, $195 non-members<br />
Move through the beginning ranks <strong>of</strong> CNY<br />
Karate Gojoryu style! Karate enhances motor<br />
skills and self discipline. Additional fees may<br />
be incurred for uniform and sparring equipment.<br />
SPORTS<br />
Throwing, catching, kicking and<br />
running made fun through presports<br />
skills training. Miniature<br />
equipment is used with an emphasis on fun<br />
and good sportsmanship.<br />
Rookie Sports I<br />
Age: 3 (must be three by 12/1/17)<br />
Day: Friday<br />
Time: 1–1:30 pm<br />
Dates: 3/23–6/15 (not 4/6, 4/27)<br />
Fee: $145 members, $155 non-members<br />
Rookie Sports II<br />
Age: Pre-K<br />
Day: Monday<br />
Time: 1–1:45 pm<br />
Dates: 3/19–6/11 (not 4/23, 5/21, 5/28)<br />
Fee: $155 members, $165 non-members<br />
School Sports<br />
[ Gymnastics ] <strong>of</strong> dance<br />
SCHOOL OF DANCE<br />
Creative Tots<br />
Age: 3 (must be three by 12/1/17)<br />
Day: Thursday<br />
Time: 12:30–1 pm<br />
Dates: 3/22–6/14 (not 4/25)<br />
Attire: Girls – Leotard and tights<br />
Boys – Shorts and T-shirt<br />
Shoes: Ballet shoes<br />
Fee: $155 members, $165 non-members<br />
For the youngest dancers, this class continues<br />
the introduction to music and movement while<br />
focusing on fun and creativity.<br />
Creative Tots<br />
Age: 3 (must be three by 12/1/17)<br />
Day: Thursday<br />
Time: 1–1:30 pm<br />
Dates: 3/22–6/14 (not 4/25)<br />
Attire: Girls – Leotard and tights<br />
Boys – Shorts and T-shirt<br />
Shoes: Ballet shoes<br />
Fee: $155 members, $165 non-members<br />
For the youngest dancers, this class continues<br />
the introduction to music and movement while<br />
focusing on fun and creativity.<br />
Pre-Ballet<br />
Age: Pre-K<br />
Day: Thursday<br />
Time: 1:45–2:15 pm<br />
Dates: 3/22–6/14 (not 4/25)<br />
Attire: Girls – Leotard and tights<br />
Boys – Shorts and T-shirt<br />
Shoes: Pink Ballet shoes<br />
Fee: $155 members, $175 non-members<br />
This pre-K class continues the introduction to<br />
ballet technique and terminology.<br />
Preschool & School Age<br />
Ballet, Tap and Jazz form the curriculum <strong>of</strong> the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> Dance Program. Boys and girls are invited<br />
to participate in this program and gain flexibility,<br />
strength and coordination while having lots<br />
<strong>of</strong> fun. Dance classes are held in the dance<br />
aerobic studio with mirrors, dance bars and<br />
wood flooring. The program includes a recital<br />
in June with additional fees for costumes.<br />
To sign up for these spring dance classes,<br />
you must have been registered in the winter<br />
session.<br />
Dance Recital is<br />
June 14, <strong>2018</strong> at 7 p.m.<br />
Fancy Feet<br />
Age: Pre-K<br />
Day: Thursday<br />
Time: 2:30–3 pm<br />
Dates: 3/22–6/14 (not 4/25)<br />
Attire: Girls – Leotard and tights<br />
Boys – Shorts and T-shirt<br />
Shoes: Black tap shoes and black jazz shoes<br />
or black ballet shoes<br />
Fee: $155 members, $175 non-members<br />
Tap and jazz class for boys and girls continues<br />
to develop rhythm, strength and flexibility.<br />
School-Age Tap and Jazz<br />
Age: Grades K–4<br />
Day: Thursday<br />
Time: 4:30–5 pm<br />
Dates: 3/22–6/14 (not 4/25)<br />
Attire: Girls – Leotard and tights<br />
Boys – Shorts and T-shirt<br />
Shoes: Black jazz shoes and tap shoes<br />
Fee: $155 members, $175 non-members<br />
School-Age Ballet<br />
Age: Grades K and up<br />
Day: Thursday<br />
Time: 5–5:30 pm<br />
Dates: 3/22–6/14 (not 4/25)<br />
Attire: Girls – Leotard and tights<br />
Boys – Shorts and T-shirt<br />
Shoes: Pink Ballet shoes<br />
Fee: $155 members, $175 non-members<br />
Use the registration form<br />
on page 15.<br />
Questions? Contact Sherri Lamanna<br />
at 315-445-2040, ext. 126.<br />
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Childrens Classes<br />
SCHOOL-AGE GymNASTICS<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong> Gymnastics School <strong>of</strong>fers a comprehensive<br />
regimen <strong>of</strong> gymnastics instruction.<br />
Students develop agility, flexibility and<br />
self-confidence. Classes are taught by Sherri<br />
Lamanna. Placement is based on skill, not age.<br />
Gymnastics – Level I, ii, iii<br />
Age: Grades K and up<br />
Day: Monday<br />
Time: 3:30–4:30 pm<br />
Dates: 3/19–6/11 (not 4/23, 5/21, 5/28)<br />
Fee: $155 members, $165 non-members<br />
Beginning gymnastics foundations taught<br />
on floor, beam, bars and vault in a safe and<br />
encouraging environment.<br />
School Sports<br />
[ Gymnastics ] <strong>of</strong> dance<br />
Preschool & School Age<br />
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Gymnastics – Level I, ii, iii<br />
Age: Grades K and up<br />
Day: Monday<br />
Time: 4:30–5:30 pm<br />
Dates: 3/19–6/11 (not 4/23, 5/21, 5/28)<br />
Fee: $155 members, $165 non-members<br />
This level progresses the student to an<br />
intermediate development in all events.<br />
Pre-Team Gymnastics<br />
Day: Wednesday and Friday<br />
Time: 4–5:30 pm<br />
Dates: 3/21–6/15 (not 4/6, 4/25, 4/27)<br />
Fee: $340 members, $365 non-members<br />
Participants will be accepted on the pre-team<br />
through tryouts or approval from coach. Gymnasts<br />
will work on skills and develop compulsory<br />
routines for introduction to competitions.<br />
Team Gymnastics<br />
Day: Tuesday and Thursday<br />
Time: 3:45–5:30 pm<br />
Dates: 3/20–6/14 (not 4/24, 4/26)<br />
Fee: $340 members, $365 non-members<br />
Participants will be accepted on the team<br />
through<br />
tryouts or<br />
approval<br />
from coach.<br />
Gymnasts<br />
will compete<br />
against<br />
other gymnastics<br />
programs<br />
in the<br />
area. Some<br />
additional<br />
fees will be<br />
incurred.<br />
PRESCHOOL GymNASTiCS<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers a wonderful program that<br />
introduces preschoolers to gymnastics at<br />
times designed to be convenient for parents.<br />
Tumbling Tots I<br />
(Preschool Gymnastics I)<br />
Age: 3 (must be three by 12/1/17)<br />
Day: Wednesday<br />
Time: 1–1:45 pm<br />
Dates: 3/21–6/13 (not 4/25)<br />
Fee: $155 members, $170 non-members<br />
Attire: Leotard, shorts or sweatpants.<br />
No pants with snaps, buttons or strings.<br />
Pre-gymnastics skills for 3-year olds! Emphasis<br />
on safely using equipment such as beam, bars<br />
and vault.<br />
Tumbling Tots II<br />
(Preschool Gymnastics II)<br />
Age: Pre-K<br />
Day: Tuesday<br />
Time: 2–2:45 pm<br />
Dates: 3/20–6/12 (not 4/24)<br />
Fee: $155 members, $170 non-members<br />
Attire: Leotard, shorts or sweatpants.<br />
No pants with snaps, buttons or strings.<br />
Pre-gymnastics movement skills will be taught<br />
in a safe and fun environment using floor,<br />
beam, bars and vault.<br />
Make-up classes<br />
Ninja Warrior<br />
Age: Pre-K<br />
Day: Wednesday<br />
Time: 2–2:45 pm<br />
Dates: 3/21–6/13 (not 4/25)<br />
Fee: $155 members, $170 non-members<br />
Attire: Shorts or sweatpants.<br />
No pants with snaps, buttons or strings.<br />
Build strength and agility by jumping, swinging,<br />
climbing, hanging, balancing and leaping<br />
through our fun-filled, ninja-style obstacle<br />
course!<br />
SENSORy Gym CLASS<br />
Age: 3–4 (must be three by 12/1/17)<br />
Day: Thursday<br />
Dates: 3/22–6/14 (not 4/25)<br />
Time: 12:30–1:15 pm<br />
Fee: $170 members, $190 non-members<br />
This class is perfect for the child with<br />
boundless energy who likes to use all <strong>of</strong> his<br />
or her senses. The class caters to the needs<br />
<strong>of</strong> children <strong>of</strong> all abilities and developmental<br />
levels, and provides the appropriate sensory<br />
input which is most beneficial for your<br />
child. Children will thrive through games,<br />
movement, jumping and more. There is<br />
a class minimum <strong>of</strong> four children and a<br />
maximum <strong>of</strong> six to ensure that all children<br />
receive the proper support and attention.<br />
Should a particular preschool or school-age childrens<br />
class meeting date be cancelled, make-up classes will<br />
be held the week <strong>of</strong> June 18, <strong>2018</strong>. Questions? Contact<br />
Sherri Lamanna at 315-445-2040, ext. 126.<br />
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Membership<br />
Your <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> Membership Department is dedicated to developing and<br />
maintaining relationships with current and prospective <strong>JCC</strong> members. We’re<br />
all about strengthening the <strong>JCC</strong> through member participation and support by<br />
providing individualized service and attention as well as accountable actions.<br />
Join the <strong>JCC</strong>!<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers a variety <strong>of</strong> flexible membership options to<br />
anyone in the community. Members enjoy use <strong>of</strong> the center, the outdoor<br />
heated pool, access to the fitness facilities and program exclusives and<br />
discounts. Specific benefits vary depending on whether you join as a Full-<br />
Facility (Fitness) or Non-Fitness member. Please see the chart at right for<br />
details.<br />
You do not have to be Jewish to become a<br />
member <strong>of</strong> the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong>. Your <strong>JCC</strong><br />
membership is a one-year commitment<br />
Benefits<br />
and automatically renews each year unless<br />
cancellation notice is given in writing.<br />
Annual membership is non-refundable and<br />
payment is due in full upon joining. Or, for Sports & Fitness Center<br />
your convenience, monthly payment plans<br />
are available including automatic payments<br />
from your credit or debit card. Enroll today<br />
by completing pages 13–14.<br />
Dedicated to serving our community<br />
As a 501(c)(3) not-for-pr<strong>of</strong>it community<br />
center, our mission is to serve our<br />
community. We occasionally <strong>of</strong>fer<br />
membership allowances on a case-by-case<br />
basis to accommodate those with special<br />
needs and financial circumstances. Contact<br />
our Membership Director for additional<br />
details.<br />
Questions?<br />
For more information about joining the <strong>JCC</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong>, please contact our Membership<br />
Director at 315-445-2040, ext. 140.<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> MEMBER BENEFITS<br />
Full-Facility<br />
(FF)<br />
Non-Fitness<br />
(NF)<br />
Member Rates on Programs & Svcs. • •<br />
Pool Membership • •<br />
•<br />
Non-<br />
Member<br />
Group Exercise Classes* • ¢ ¢<br />
Personal Training ¢ ¢ ¢<br />
Fitness Assessment • ¢ ¢<br />
Massage ¢ ¢ ¢<br />
Nutritional Counseling ¢ ¢ ¢<br />
Special Fitness Packages ¢ ¢ ¢<br />
Indoor Running/Walking Track<br />
Towel Service<br />
•<br />
•<br />
Member Reciprocity • •<br />
Open Gym & Leagues • ¢ ¢<br />
Campus Play Grounds & Courts • • •<br />
Senior Lunch Program ¢ ¢ ¢<br />
Access to Early Childhood<br />
Development Program (ECDP)<br />
• •<br />
Room/Space Rental ¢ ¢ ¢<br />
• Included with membership<br />
¢ Additional fees or restrictions may apply<br />
*TRX for Golf fee per class: $15 for Full-Facility members, $25 non-members.<br />
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Please complete and submit this form along with the Membership Application form on page 14.<br />
MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS<br />
5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt, NY 13214<br />
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Membership Options & Rates<br />
RATES (ANNUAL / MONTHLY)<br />
FULL-FACILITY<br />
CATEGORY CODE TYPE DESCRIPTION<br />
(FITNESS) NON-FITNESS<br />
2 adult caregivers, children and dependent students within a<br />
Family A 2-Parent Family single household $823 / $71 $441 / $40<br />
Family B 1-Parent Family 1 adult caregiver, children and dependent students $598 / $54 $334 / $32<br />
Couple C Adult Couple 1 adult couple with no dependants living at home $711 / $63 $399 / $37<br />
Individual D Individual Adult* 1 adult age 18+ $520 / $47 $299 / $27<br />
Student E Individual Student* Any student age 14+ with valid student ID $329 / $30 N/A<br />
Senior F Senior Adult 1 adult age 60+ $463 / $42 $129 / $14<br />
Senior G Senior Special 1 adult age 60+, weekdays only $261 / $25 N/A<br />
Senior H Senior Couple 2 married adults, one is age 60+ $643 / $57 $199 / $19<br />
*Individuals age 35 and younger may add a spouse to a Full-Facility (Fitness) membership for an additional $99/year.<br />
ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTION<br />
I Mitzvah Monetary tax-deductible contribution in addition to any membership Any amount<br />
J Silver Monetary tax-deductible contribution in addition to any membership $100<br />
K Gold Monetary tax-deductible contribution in addition to any membership $200<br />
L Platinum Monetary tax-deductible contribution in addition to any membership $300<br />
LOCKER RENTAL (Full-Facility memberships only; optional)<br />
M Small Annual cost for a small personal locker; limited availability $95<br />
N Large Annual cost for a large personal locker; limited availability $195<br />
ONE-TIME ENROLLMENT FEE (New and lapsed memberships only)<br />
Full-Facility (Fitness) members – A, B, C, D $50 Non-Fitness members – A, B, C, D $30<br />
Full-Facility (Fitness) Student/Senior – E, F, G, H $25 Non-Fitness Senior – F, H $15<br />
PLEASE FULLY COMPLETE...<br />
In the spirit <strong>of</strong><br />
Tzedakah, please<br />
consider making<br />
a tax-deductible<br />
contribution<br />
along with your<br />
membership<br />
payment.<br />
Today’s Date: Full Name: Date <strong>of</strong> birth:<br />
REGISTRATION CODE AMOUNT<br />
Membership Type (A–H)<br />
Additional Tax-Deductible Contribution (I–L)<br />
Locker Rental (Full-Facility only; M–N)<br />
Enrollment Fee (If applicable) —<br />
TOTAL<br />
PAYMENT METHOD q Check (Payable to <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong>) q Cash (Do not send cash in the mail)<br />
q Credit Card (MC, Visa, Discover, Amex)<br />
Acct. #: Exp. Date: Security Code:<br />
Please complete<br />
the Membership<br />
Application on<br />
the next page. >><br />
Cardholder Name:<br />
Signature:<br />
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Please complete and submit this form along with the Membership Options & Rates form on page 13.<br />
PRIMARY MEMBER<br />
Title q Mr. q Mrs. q Dr. q Ms. Gender q Male q Female<br />
5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt, NY 13214<br />
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Membership Application<br />
Last Name First Name Date <strong>of</strong> Birth<br />
Address City State Zip<br />
Home Phone Cell Phone Email<br />
Occupation Employer Employer Phone<br />
Emergency Contact Name Phone Relationship<br />
Synagogue Affiliation (optional) q No Affiliation q Not Applicable<br />
How did you hear about us?<br />
MEMBER #2<br />
Title q Mr. q Mrs. q Dr. q Ms. Gender q Male q Female<br />
Last Name First Name Date <strong>of</strong> Birth<br />
Address City State Zip<br />
Home Phone Cell Phone Email<br />
Occupation Employer Employer Phone<br />
CHILDREN/DEPENDENT STUDENTS<br />
Last Name First Name Gender Date <strong>of</strong> Birth School Grade/Year<br />
q Need to list additional children? Please use a separate sheet.<br />
AGREEMENT/SIGNATURE<br />
q M<br />
q M<br />
q M<br />
q M<br />
q F<br />
q F<br />
q F<br />
q F<br />
I, the undersigned primary member, for myself and all<br />
persons listed above, hereby agree to the following:<br />
I am applying for membership with the Jewish<br />
Community Center (<strong>JCC</strong>) <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong>. I agree to<br />
abide by its rules and bylaws. I understand that all<br />
members 18 years and older may participate in the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong>’s annual meeting.<br />
I understand that membership dues are payable in full<br />
at the time <strong>of</strong> joining or renewal unless a payment plan<br />
has been approved in advance. A payment plan only<br />
specifies the manner in which payments will be made<br />
and does not reflect a month-to-month membership<br />
commitment. If paying by monthly automatic payments<br />
from a credit card, I authorize the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> to<br />
automatically charge my credit card account for each<br />
consecutive month <strong>of</strong> the plan.<br />
I understand that membership dues are automatically<br />
renewed each year unless I give notice in writing.<br />
Note that the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> reserves the right to<br />
cancel a membership for any reason at any time with<br />
appropriate notice. I understand that membership<br />
is not transferable and membership dues are<br />
non-refundable.<br />
I have read and agree with these membership terms<br />
as acknowledged by my signature below.<br />
Primary Member’s Signature<br />
Date<br />
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BILLING INFORMATION (parent/guardian if applicable)<br />
5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt, NY 13214<br />
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Class Registration & Emergency Authorization<br />
Last Name<br />
First Name<br />
Address City State Zip<br />
Home Phone Cell Phone Email<br />
PARTICIPANT(S) AND CLASS SELECTION(S)<br />
Name Class Day(s) Time Fee<br />
1.<br />
2.<br />
3.<br />
4.<br />
Payment: q Cash q Check q Credit Card (Visa, MC, Discover, Amex) Total Amount Enclosed _______________________<br />
Card # _______________________________________________________________________________________<br />
Exp. Date __________________________<br />
Cardholder Signature _______________________________________________________________________ <strong>JCC</strong> Member? q Yes q No<br />
EMERGENCY AUTHORIZATION<br />
PLEASE NOTE: The <strong>JCC</strong> must have a current Emergency Authorization for medical treatment <strong>of</strong> minors on file for each participant in its programs.<br />
I hereby appoint the appropriate <strong>JCC</strong> staff members to act on my behalf in authorizing unexpected medical, dental or surgical care and/or<br />
hospitalization for the below named minor(s) during the period <strong>of</strong> Feb. 1, <strong>2018</strong> through August 31, <strong>2018</strong>, in the event <strong>of</strong> my unavailability.<br />
Name Date <strong>of</strong> Birth Allergies/Special Conditions<br />
1.<br />
2.<br />
3.<br />
4.<br />
Medical/dental/hospitalization coverage for above named minor(s):<br />
Insurance company/government program ____________________________________________________________<br />
Family physician _______________________________________________________________________________________<br />
ID/contact/group # ____________________________________<br />
Phone # ________________________________________________<br />
PUBLICITY RELEASE<br />
I hereby q give q do not give<br />
permission for my above named child(ren) to be used in any <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong> photos, videos, publicity or promotional pieces.<br />
AGREEMENT/RELEASE SIGNATURE<br />
I recognize that participating in athletic/recreation programs have certain<br />
inherent risks for which the Jewish Community Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong>, Inc.,<br />
is not liable. I hereby, for myself, executors and administrators, waive and<br />
release any and all claims for damages I may seek against the <strong>JCC</strong> or places<br />
used by the <strong>JCC</strong> in conjunction with this athletic/recreation program. I also<br />
recognize that medical expenses I may incur in connection with participation<br />
in this athletic/recreation program are my own responsibility. I hereby appoint<br />
the appropriate <strong>JCC</strong> staff to act on my behalf in authorizing unexpected<br />
medical, dental, surgical or hospital care should I be unable to do so. I have<br />
read the preceding paragraphs as acknowledged by my signature below.<br />
Signature<br />
Date<br />
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Adults and Seniors Program<br />
BOBBI EPSTEIN LEWIS<br />
SENIOR ADULT DINING PROGRAM<br />
There’s no better place to go for a<br />
delicious, well-balanced, kosher meal<br />
in the company <strong>of</strong> friends. Meals are<br />
prepared fresh in our kosher kitchen.<br />
Our Bobbi Epstein Lewis Senior<br />
Adult Dining Program is the only senior<br />
nutrition program available outside <strong>of</strong> New<br />
York City serving kosher meals five days<br />
a week. The program is funded in part<br />
by the Onondaga County Department <strong>of</strong><br />
Aging and Youth and the New York State<br />
Office for the Aging and Administration<br />
for Community Living.<br />
Day: Weekdays<br />
Time: Noon<br />
Cost: $4.00 suggestion contribution<br />
$5.00 special holiday luncheon<br />
suggested contribution<br />
Menu: Posted in our senior newsletter<br />
and online at bit.ly/jccsrmenu.<br />
Reservations: By noon the business day<br />
before. Call 315-445-2360 or stop<br />
by the <strong>JCC</strong> main entrance<br />
reception desk.<br />
<strong>2018</strong> special holiday luncheons<br />
Purim ......................February 23<br />
Pre-Passover Seder .............March 28<br />
Meal Site gift certificates<br />
Meal Site gift certificate booklets make<br />
a great gift! Each certificate is good for<br />
a delicious lunch at the <strong>JCC</strong>. For more<br />
information, contact Cindy Stein at<br />
315-445-2040, ext. 104, or cstein@jccsyr.org.<br />
Live entertainment<br />
Every month we bring in live<br />
entertainment during our senior lunch.<br />
Come and enjoy a home-cooked meal<br />
and the company <strong>of</strong> good friends while<br />
being entertained by great local singers,<br />
comedians, dancers and other performers.<br />
Pictured form left is Army veteran William Goodrum, ECDP student Elouise Miller, ECDP teacher Emily<br />
Kronenberg, ECDP student Emily Anastasio and Navy veteran Jordan Tannenbaum during the <strong>JCC</strong>’s senior<br />
kosher luncheon celebrating Veterans Day on November 10. Goodrum and Tannenbaum are holding some <strong>of</strong><br />
the children’s handmade cards that they received<br />
Staying connected<br />
We <strong>of</strong>fer a variety <strong>of</strong> ongoing and special activities throughout the year here at the <strong>JCC</strong>.<br />
Whether you want to broaden your horizons or simply have fun, this is the place to connect<br />
with new and established friends. Want to stay connected with us? Make sure you’re on our<br />
newsletter mailing list. Contact Cindy Stein at 315-445-2040, ext. 104, or cstein@jccsyr.org.<br />
Birthday celebrations<br />
We have a birthday celebration for all the<br />
birthdays in each month. The dates are<br />
posted in the newsletter. Come help us<br />
celebrate!<br />
Bridge<br />
We welcome new bridge players <strong>of</strong> all ages<br />
and levels on Mondays from 1–3:30 p.m.<br />
Join us for lunch and then hit the tables!<br />
A new table will open up when we have<br />
enough extra players signed up. Please stop<br />
by the front desk to get on the list.<br />
Driver safety courses<br />
Would you like to lower your auto<br />
insurance costs and reduce points on your<br />
license? We typically host driver safety<br />
courses a few times each year. See page 17<br />
for the latest information and regularly<br />
check our senior newsletter and website for<br />
future announcements.<br />
Mah Jongg<br />
Come play Mah Jongg at the <strong>JCC</strong> on<br />
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays<br />
at 12:30 p.m. New players are always<br />
welcome. <strong>2018</strong> National Mah Jongg League<br />
card orders have been placed. We’ll have a<br />
limited number <strong>of</strong> extra cards available to<br />
purchase if you did not pre-order a card.<br />
For details, contact Cindy Stein at<br />
315-445-2040, ext. 104, or cstein@jccsyr.org.<br />
Neighborhood Advisor<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong>’s Neighborhood Advisor Sharon<br />
Kieffer <strong>of</strong>fers outreach, information and<br />
referral services to seniors in the DeWitt,<br />
Fayetteville, Manlius and Jamesville areas.<br />
For more information, see the article on<br />
page 17 or call 315-445-2040, ext. 156.<br />
Presentations<br />
We regularly hold informational<br />
presentations by our Neighborhood<br />
Advisor and other speakers on topics <strong>of</strong><br />
interest to seniors. Check our newsletter<br />
for upcoming topics and dates.<br />
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AARP driver safety courses<br />
at the <strong>JCC</strong> this spring<br />
We can all use a refresher every now and<br />
then when it comes to safely navigating the<br />
roadways. If you’d like to further hone your<br />
driving skills—as well as save some money<br />
on your auto insurance and knock some<br />
points <strong>of</strong>f your driving record—check out<br />
these upcoming driver safety courses that<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong> will be hosting.<br />
<strong>Spring</strong> <strong>2018</strong> AARP Driver Safety<br />
schedule<br />
• Tuesday, April 10 and<br />
Wednesday, April 11<br />
9 am – noon<br />
• Tuesday, May 15 and<br />
Wednesday, May 16<br />
9 am – noon<br />
The class is $25 per person ($20 for AARP<br />
members) and open to licensed drivers <strong>of</strong><br />
all ages, although it is geared toward older<br />
drivers. Attendees must come both days and<br />
bring their drivers license.<br />
The AARP Driver Safety course teaches<br />
current rules <strong>of</strong> the road, defensive driving<br />
techniques and how to operate your<br />
vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly<br />
challenging driving environment. Attendees<br />
will also learn how to manage and<br />
accommodate common age-related changes<br />
in vision, hearing and reaction time. AARP<br />
membership is not required to take the<br />
course and there are no tests to pass.<br />
Upon completing the AARP course,<br />
participants are eligible for a discount on<br />
their auto insurance and up to a four point<br />
reduction for recent infractions.<br />
To register for these classes, call the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Syracuse</strong> at 315-445-2360 or stop by the <strong>JCC</strong><br />
front desk.<br />
<strong>JCC</strong>’s Neighborhood Advisor helps east-area seniors<br />
live independently<br />
Do you or someone you know need help<br />
locating or applying for Social Security<br />
benefits, SNAP (food stamps), Home<br />
Energy Assistance Program<br />
(HEAP), transportation or other<br />
services? The Sam Pomeranz<br />
Jewish Community Center’s<br />
Neighborhood Advisor can<br />
help. This program is part <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Onondaga County Department<br />
<strong>of</strong> Adult & Long Term Care<br />
Services and <strong>of</strong>fers outreach,<br />
information and referral services<br />
to seniors in the DeWitt, Fayetteville,<br />
Manlius and Jamesville areas.<br />
Sharon Kieffer is the <strong>JCC</strong>’s<br />
Neighborhood Advisor and assists<br />
seniors age 60 and older by providing<br />
information about programs available<br />
in the community and by helping to<br />
Sharon Kieffer, the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong>’s Neighborhood<br />
Advisor.<br />
obtain necessary services so that seniors<br />
can remain independent in their home<br />
setting and community. There is no cost<br />
to consult with a Neighborhood<br />
Advisor, however donations are<br />
accepted and appreciated. Kieffer<br />
is generally available most<br />
weekday mornings for phone<br />
consultations and meetings at<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong>, at seniors’ homes or<br />
in public places such as local<br />
libraries. Kieffer has many years<br />
<strong>of</strong> experience providing case<br />
management services in the healthcare and<br />
long-term care fields.<br />
For more information about the <strong>JCC</strong>’s<br />
Neighborhood Advisor, and to make a<br />
referral (seniors may self-refer), call Sharon<br />
Kieffer at 315-445-2040, ext. 156.<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> accepts SilverSneakers and Silver&Fit programs<br />
Did you know that if you have a certain<br />
type <strong>of</strong> health insurance plan, you can<br />
workout at the <strong>JCC</strong> for little or no cost?<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong>’s Neulander Family Sports<br />
& Fitness Center is a<br />
participating gym in both<br />
the SilverSneakers and<br />
Silver&Fit programs for<br />
seniors.<br />
SilverSneakers is<br />
an insurance benefit<br />
included in more than<br />
65 Medicare health<br />
plans. Many health plans<br />
from companies such as Humana, Aetna,<br />
MVP, UnitedHealthcare and others, as<br />
well as group retirement plans, provide<br />
SilverSneakers gym memberships to their<br />
insureds, at no additional cost. For further<br />
information, visit<br />
www.silversneakers.com.<br />
Silver&Fit is another gym program for<br />
seniors that is similar to SilverSneakers.<br />
Silver&Fit is <strong>of</strong>fered<br />
through various health<br />
insurers including<br />
Excellus BlueCross<br />
BlueShield and Aetna.<br />
For details, visit<br />
www.silverandfit.com.<br />
For more information<br />
about SilverSneakers and<br />
Silver&Fit, and to see<br />
if you’re eligible, contact the <strong>JCC</strong>’s Nick<br />
Finlayson, membership director, at<br />
315-445-2040, ext. 140, or<br />
nfinlayson@jccsyr.org.<br />
Look for our<br />
Monday night senior dinners<br />
to start up again this summer!<br />
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Family Sports & Fitness Center<br />
HOURs<br />
Mon. – Thurs. ........5:30 am – 9:00 pm<br />
Friday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30 am – 6:00 pm<br />
Saturday ............8:00 am – 4:00 pm<br />
Sunday .............7:00 am – 6:00 pm<br />
We provide fitness and health education, training and programming to individuals <strong>of</strong><br />
all ages in order to help promote permanent, healthy lifestyle patterns and enhance<br />
overall physical and emotional well-being.<br />
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LOCKER RENTALS<br />
• Large $195/year<br />
• Small $95/year<br />
OPEN GYM<br />
Please see the schedule at the Fitness desk or<br />
view it online at www.jccsyr.org/sf-gym-cal.html.<br />
BASKETBALL<br />
Member’s Pickup Basketball<br />
(18 and older)<br />
Days & Times: Thursdays 7–9 pm<br />
Sundays 9–11 am<br />
Cost: Free for Fitness members<br />
Non-Fitness members:<br />
• $5 drop-in (with Fitness member)<br />
• $75 one day/wk, $110 two days/wk<br />
GYM Rentals<br />
We rent out our collegiate-size gymnasium at<br />
affordable rates to local groups who run<br />
volleyball and basketball leagues as well as<br />
other sporting events. For more information,<br />
please call 315-234-4522.<br />
Goin’ down the line<br />
Regulars in the <strong>JCC</strong>’s Line Dancing Class are pictured during their January <strong>2018</strong> class demonstration for<br />
the <strong>JCC</strong> senior kosher lunch program.<br />
Everything you need<br />
in one state-<strong>of</strong>-the-art facility<br />
We understand the importance <strong>of</strong> regular<br />
exercise in leading a healthy lifestyle.<br />
That’s why we’re dedicated to<br />
helping you attain your fitness goals.<br />
Our family-friendly facility <strong>of</strong>fers<br />
something for every age group. From<br />
group exercise classes, free weights<br />
and fitness machines, to personal<br />
training and more, you can count on<br />
our experienced staff to help make<br />
your time at the gym productive and<br />
enjoyable.<br />
If you’re not already a <strong>JCC</strong> Fitness<br />
member, come for a tour! Experience<br />
our friendly, casual atmosphere<br />
and what makes us different from<br />
other facilities. If you are a Fitness<br />
member, step out <strong>of</strong> your regular<br />
routine and add a fresh twist to your<br />
workouts with massage, nutritional<br />
counseling or TRX suspension<br />
training. Whatever exercise program<br />
you choose, you can count on the <strong>JCC</strong> to<br />
support you every step <strong>of</strong> the way.<br />
Check out all that the <strong>JCC</strong> Sports &<br />
Fitness Center has to <strong>of</strong>fer:<br />
• Open 7 days per week.<br />
• Over 25 cardio machines.<br />
• Keiser M3 bikes.<br />
• Banked indoor running/walking track.<br />
• Comprehensive free-weight area and<br />
strength training machines.<br />
• Clean showers and locker rooms with<br />
towel service provided.<br />
• Over 50 group exercise classes <strong>of</strong>fered<br />
weekly including free regular TRX classes.<br />
• Collegiate-size gymnasium.<br />
• Free orientation by our pr<strong>of</strong>essional staff.<br />
• Free fitness assessments.<br />
Not already a fitness member?<br />
Call 315-234-4522 today for a tour!<br />
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GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES<br />
• All classes are free for Fitness members<br />
(except TRX for Golf).<br />
• $10 per class for non-Fitness members.<br />
• TRX for Golf: $15/class for Fitness<br />
members; $25/class for non-members.<br />
Check out the schedule on page 20.<br />
FAMILY GYM<br />
Ages: 3 and up<br />
Day: Sundays (not 3/4/18, 3/18/18)<br />
Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm<br />
Fee: Free for all <strong>JCC</strong> members<br />
Non-members – $5 per child,<br />
$10 per family maximum<br />
Parents and their children will get moving and<br />
enjoy a variety <strong>of</strong> structured and unstructured<br />
play with our obstacle courses, floor mats and<br />
inflatable tumbling run. Other activities include<br />
“kidnastics,” stretching, mini-soccer, mini-basketball<br />
and “circle” activities. Parents should<br />
be prepared to participate with their children.<br />
Nutritional Counseling<br />
Consult with <strong>JCC</strong> Sport & Fitness Director<br />
Patrick Scott to develop a healthy nutrition program.<br />
With a master’s degree in applied clinical<br />
nutrition, Patrick can help review and recommend<br />
specific foods to promote healthy living.<br />
Whatever your goals are, from losing weight to<br />
improving sleep, a proper nutrition program is<br />
a must. Call 315-234-4522 today to schedule<br />
your complementary 30-minute consultation!<br />
Play pickleball indoors at the <strong>JCC</strong>!<br />
Did you know that you can play pickleball<br />
at the <strong>JCC</strong>? Pickleball is a racquet sport<br />
that’s a blend <strong>of</strong> tennis, badminton and<br />
table tennis. It’s one <strong>of</strong> the fastest growing<br />
sports in America and is suitable for all<br />
ages, fitness levels and skill levels.<br />
Last summer our Fitness Center began<br />
<strong>of</strong>fering pickleball play on its two outdoor<br />
tennis courts. And recently we opened an<br />
indoor pickleball court in our gymnasium.<br />
Indoor Pickleball court times are<br />
Mondays from 7–9:15 a.m., Wednesdays<br />
7–9:15 a.m., Fridays 1:45–3 p.m., Saturdays<br />
1–4 p.m., and Sundays 1–4 p.m. The<br />
indoor court may be reserved in 45-minute<br />
blocks. Outdoor pickleball play will resume<br />
in the spring once the weather permits.<br />
Pickleball paddles and balls are<br />
available to use free <strong>of</strong> charge on a first<br />
come, first served basis. Pickleball is free<br />
for <strong>JCC</strong> Fitness members. The charge for<br />
non-members is $5 per person. Court<br />
reservations are suggested by calling<br />
315-234-4522.<br />
Pickleball was born more than 50 years<br />
ago by some friends in Washington state<br />
who didn’t have the right equipment to<br />
One-on-One Personal Training<br />
As low as $27 per half-hour. Stop by the<br />
Fitness desk for details and to set up a time.<br />
Rates<br />
60 minutes<br />
1 session ..................$60<br />
5 sessions .................$290<br />
10 sessions ................$550<br />
20 sessions ................$1,060<br />
50 sessions ................$2,500<br />
30 minutes<br />
1 session ..................$35<br />
5 sessions .................$165<br />
10 sessions ................$320<br />
20 sessions ................$600<br />
50 sessions ................$1,350<br />
Group Training<br />
More fun for everyone!<br />
Rates<br />
1 session ..................$80<br />
5 sessions .................$370<br />
10 sessions ................$700<br />
PERSONAL TRAINING<br />
play badminton. The game can be played<br />
as singles or doubles on a court similar in<br />
size to a badminton court with a slightly<br />
modified tennis net. Besides the court, the<br />
only other equipment required is paddles<br />
similar to ping pong paddles and a ball<br />
similar to a wiffleball.<br />
For more information about pickleball<br />
at the <strong>JCC</strong> Sports & Fitness Center, call<br />
315-234-4522 or email Patrick Scott at<br />
pscott@jccsyr.org.<br />
FREE Fitness Assessments<br />
Stop by the Fitness desk today to schedule<br />
your complimentary 60-minute fitness<br />
assessment.<br />
Fitness Assessments Include:<br />
• Overhead squat assessment<br />
• Goal setting<br />
• Nutrition counseling<br />
• Machine help<br />
• Exercise advice<br />
Start developing your road to a healthier you!<br />
Speed up your results!<br />
Workout with one <strong>of</strong> our<br />
experienced trainers.<br />
Call 315-234-4522 today<br />
for an appointment!<br />
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SPRING <strong>2018</strong><br />
GROUP EXERCISE CLASS SCHEDULE<br />
SUN<br />
MON<br />
TUE<br />
WED<br />
THU<br />
FRI<br />
SAT<br />
6 AM<br />
5:45 – 6:30 AM<br />
Muscle Sculpting<br />
Bev<br />
5:45 – 6:30 AM<br />
Group Cycle<br />
Ron<br />
5:45 – 6:30 AM<br />
TRX<br />
Bev<br />
5:45 – 6:30 AM<br />
Group Cycle<br />
Cindy/Marie<br />
5:45 – 6:30 AM<br />
Muscle Sculpting<br />
Bev<br />
7 AM<br />
6:45 – 7:30 AM<br />
Yoga<br />
Linda R.-S.<br />
8 AM<br />
9 AM<br />
10 AM<br />
11 AM<br />
12 PM<br />
9:00 – 9:45 AM<br />
Group Cycle<br />
Team<br />
9:50 – 10:35 AM<br />
Muscle Sculpting<br />
Team<br />
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM<br />
Family Gym<br />
Team<br />
8:15 – 9:00 AM<br />
Muscle Sculpting<br />
Kim<br />
9:00 – 9:45 AM<br />
Exercise Chair* – Joe<br />
9:00 – 9:55 AM<br />
Line Dancing – Tom<br />
10:00 – 10:55 AM<br />
Group Cycle – Kim<br />
10:00 – 10:45 AM<br />
Balance & Bone<br />
Density – Paula<br />
11:00 – 11:50 AM<br />
Senior Strength &<br />
Balance**<br />
Paula<br />
9:00 – 9:45 AM<br />
WERQ & Core – Paula<br />
9:00 – 9:55 AM<br />
Group Cycle – Linda S.<br />
10:00 – 11:00 AM<br />
Pilates<br />
Sue L.<br />
11:05 AM<br />
Chair &<br />
Balance<br />
Class*<br />
Sue L.<br />
11:05 AM<br />
NIA<br />
June<br />
8:15 – 8:55 AM<br />
Cardio Conditioning<br />
Dianne<br />
9:00 AM<br />
Step &<br />
Sculpt<br />
Vanessa<br />
9:00 AM<br />
Yoga*<br />
Kelly<br />
10:00 – 10:55 AM<br />
Group Cycle – Kim<br />
10:15 – 11:00 AM<br />
Zumba Sandy<br />
11:00 – 11:50 AM<br />
Chair Yoga Fusion<br />
Paula<br />
8:45 – 9:30<br />
Group Cycle<br />
Dianne<br />
9:30 – 10:30 AM<br />
Yoga<br />
Kay<br />
10:30 AM<br />
Pilates<br />
Karen<br />
11:35 AM<br />
NIA<br />
Elaine<br />
11:00 AM<br />
Exercise<br />
Chair*<br />
Joe<br />
8:00 – 8:50 AM<br />
50/50 (Muscle<br />
Sculpting/TRX)<br />
Peg<br />
9:00 AM<br />
Step &<br />
Sculpt<br />
Vanessa<br />
9:00 AM<br />
Yoga*<br />
Linda S.<br />
10:00 – 10:50 AM<br />
Zumba Gold – Sandy<br />
10:00 – 10:55 AM<br />
Group Cycle – Kim<br />
10:30 – 11:30 AM<br />
Tai Chi Arthritis* - Genoa<br />
11:00 – 11:50 AM<br />
Senior Strength &<br />
Balance<br />
Paula<br />
8:15 – 9:00 AM<br />
50/50 (Cycle/TRX)<br />
Bev<br />
9:00 – 9:50 AM<br />
Zumba<br />
1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th Sat.<br />
Step 2nd Sat.<br />
9:05 – 9:50 AM<br />
Muscle Sculpt–Dianne<br />
10:00 – 10:45 AM<br />
TRX – Joe<br />
10:30 – 11:30 AM<br />
NIA<br />
Team<br />
*Class Meets Upstairs<br />
4 PM<br />
5 PM<br />
6 PM<br />
7 PM<br />
Line Dancing<br />
WEDNESDAY<br />
EVEninGS!<br />
In the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> Auditorium<br />
6:30–7:25 pm<br />
Line Dancing<br />
7:30–8:30 pm<br />
Intermediate<br />
Line Dancing<br />
Stop by the Fitness<br />
desk for details.<br />
5:45 – 6:30 PM<br />
WERQ Dance Fitness<br />
– Paula<br />
5:45 – 6:30 PM<br />
TRX<br />
Bev<br />
6:35 – 7:30 PM<br />
Yogalates/Pilates<br />
Paula/Karen M.<br />
4:00 – 5:00 PM<br />
Yoga – Kelly<br />
5:30 – 6:30 PM<br />
Intermediate Line<br />
Dancing – Tom<br />
5:30 – 6:30 PM<br />
Pilates*<br />
Sue<br />
5:45 – 6:30 PM<br />
Group Cycle<br />
Bev<br />
5:45 – 6:30 PM<br />
TRX<br />
Bev<br />
5:45 – 6:30 PM<br />
Muscle Sculpting<br />
Team<br />
6:35 – 7:30 PM<br />
Pilates/Barre Combo<br />
Sue L.<br />
4:00 – 5:00 PM<br />
Yoga – Paula<br />
5:45 – 6:30 PM<br />
50/50 (Cycle/TRX) – Bev<br />
5:45 – 6:30 PM<br />
Zumba<br />
Sandy J.<br />
6:30 – 7:15 PM<br />
TRX for Golf***<br />
Team<br />
All classes except TRX for Golf, Tap and<br />
Ballroom Dance are free for Fitness members.<br />
Fee for non-Fitness members is $10/drop-in.<br />
**Free class open to all seniors (membership<br />
not required). Questions? Call or stop by the<br />
Fitness desk.<br />
TRX Classes – Registration required.<br />
Call or stop by the Fitness desk.<br />
***TRX for Golf class fee: $15 for Fitness<br />
members, $25 for non-members.<br />
Schedule is subject to change. Classes<br />
may be cancelled if minimum enrollment<br />
levels are not met.<br />
The <strong>JCC</strong> Neulander<br />
Family<br />
Sports & Fitness Center<br />
at the <strong>JCC</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Syracuse</strong><br />
For more information, contact the Fitness Center desk at 315-234-4522.<br />
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Group<br />
Exercise Classes<br />
MIND AND BODY<br />
Barre<br />
A combination <strong>of</strong> ballet techniques with Pilates<br />
movements and principles <strong>of</strong>fers an energizing workout<br />
that strengthens, stretches and tones the body.<br />
Chair Yoga Fusion<br />
A blend <strong>of</strong> both seated and standing gentle stretching.<br />
Includes light weights for bone density. Each class<br />
concludes with some quiet, reflective meditation time<br />
and breathing exercises.<br />
NIA<br />
(Neuromuscular Integrative Action)<br />
NIA is a blend <strong>of</strong> concepts, cultures, theories and<br />
movement from the east and west. It is a barefoot<br />
technique <strong>of</strong>fering a fusion <strong>of</strong> movement styles.<br />
Experience the expressiveness <strong>of</strong> dance, the power <strong>of</strong><br />
martial arts and the wisdom <strong>of</strong> the healing arts.<br />
ALL FITNESS LEVELS<br />
20/20/20<br />
For those looking for some variety... 20 minutes <strong>of</strong><br />
cardio, 20 minutes <strong>of</strong> muscle sculpting and 20 minutes<br />
<strong>of</strong> stretching. Wow!<br />
Balance & Bone Density<br />
An integrated balance training and bone density<br />
building class. Also helps address fall reduction and<br />
prevention as well as postural stability.<br />
Cardio Conditioning<br />
This high-energy class <strong>of</strong>fers all the benefits <strong>of</strong> a<br />
muscle sculpting class combined with different cardio<br />
techniques such as steps, BOSU ball and glides.<br />
Format will differ from class to class to <strong>of</strong>fer the best<br />
fat- and calorie-burning workout in town.<br />
Group Cycle<br />
Designed by an Olympic mountain-biking coach,<br />
the Keiser M3 Plus bike brings the mountain-biking<br />
experience indoors to safely deliver a full-body<br />
workout. Unlike other cycling classes which just work<br />
the legs, this cutting-edge class works the whole body.<br />
Line Dancing<br />
Get moving with line dancing—a fun way to exercise!<br />
Line dance to all varieties <strong>of</strong> music using a series <strong>of</strong><br />
basic steps and patterns <strong>of</strong> all dance styles. Challenge<br />
yourself as the dances change direction and move<br />
around the room. Class is designed for beginners,<br />
those who want moderate exercise, and also for those<br />
who want a more intense workout.<br />
Muscle Sculpting<br />
Instructors use barbells, free weights, bands and balls<br />
to create the ultimate total body shaping class.<br />
Family Sports & Fitness Center<br />
• All classes are free for Fitness members<br />
(except TRX for Golf, Tap and Ballroom Dance).<br />
• $10 per class for non-Fitness members.<br />
Pilates<br />
Based on the principles <strong>of</strong> Joseph Pilates, this class’<br />
multiple levels <strong>of</strong> participation uses bands, magic<br />
circles, stability balls and BOSUs. Mostly done on a<br />
mat, but some standing work is incorporated as well.<br />
Tai Chi for Arthritis<br />
Tai Chi is an ancient practice proven to improve mental<br />
and physical well being. Tai Chi for Arthritis uses gentle<br />
Sun-style Tai Chi movements to help reduce stress,<br />
improve breathing and develop balance, mobility and<br />
body awareness. All ability levels are welcome and you<br />
don’t need to be diagnosed with arthritis to participate.<br />
Yoga<br />
A hybrid style drawing from Vinyasa, Lyengar and<br />
Viniyoga that brings physical benefits by integrating<br />
body and mind performance. Bring a towel, water and<br />
we recommend that you bring your own Yoga mat.<br />
Yogalates<br />
This class is a fusion <strong>of</strong> Yoga and Pilates.<br />
Step & Sculpt<br />
A dynamic blend <strong>of</strong> step and cardiovascular activities<br />
along with intervals <strong>of</strong> strength movements help<br />
increase muscle tone and the body’s metabolism. An<br />
overall power packed workout!<br />
TRX Suspension Training<br />
Free; $15 for non-Fitness members<br />
• Registration required‐—call/stop by the Fitness desk<br />
TRX (total body resistance exercise) utilizes a band<br />
(two-handled nylon strap) to harness the power <strong>of</strong><br />
gravity and movement for body weight exercises. The<br />
result is a mix <strong>of</strong> support and mobility to train strength,<br />
endurance, flexibility, coordination, balance, power and<br />
core stability across a wide range <strong>of</strong> resistance.<br />
TRX for Golf<br />
Fee: $15 for Fitness members, $25 non-members<br />
• Registration required‐—call/stop by the Fitness desk<br />
TRX (total body resistance exercise) training specifically<br />
designed to help golfers with <strong>of</strong>f-season conditioning.<br />
Helps build stability in the lower spine while working<br />
to optimize mobility and power in the hips and upper<br />
spine, making the golfer’s swing unyielding and smooth.<br />
WERQ Dance Fitness<br />
This wildly addictive cardio dance workout is based<br />
on the hottest dance music and can be modified for<br />
all levels. WERQ (pronounced work) is a dance term<br />
that means “own it.” WERQ routines are a great blend<br />
<strong>of</strong> athletic moves and different styles <strong>of</strong> dance which<br />
invoke an attitude <strong>of</strong> confidence and empowerment.<br />
Zumba<br />
A blood-pumping cardiovascular workout for all ages<br />
set to a fusion <strong>of</strong> Latin and international music. A<br />
variety <strong>of</strong> fast and slow rhythms help tone and sculpt<br />
the body while you learn easy-to-follow dance steps.<br />
Zumba Gold is the low-impact version for all levels.<br />
• TRX for Golf: $15/class for Fitness members;<br />
$25/class for non-Fitness members.<br />
BALLROOM DANCE<br />
Ballroom Dance with Maria is held on Thursday<br />
evenings at 6:45 p.m. The class is mainly geared<br />
toward beginners. The cost is $5. Stop by the Fitness<br />
desk or call 315-234-4522 for details.<br />
BASIC<br />
Chair & Balance Class<br />
Exercises designed for a chair for those individuals who<br />
have difficulty getting down to the floor for mat work.<br />
Also some standing work for balance training.<br />
Exercise Chair<br />
Working on a push-pull pulley system, the exercise<br />
chair <strong>of</strong>fers a total body workout while sitting. It is easy<br />
to use and helps increase flexibility, balance, endurance<br />
and strength. The chair can accommodate those with<br />
very limited mobility to those who can get around and<br />
are looking to tone and increase their upper body.<br />
FAMILY GYM<br />
Ages:<br />
Day:<br />
Fee:<br />
3 and up<br />
Sundays 11:30 am – 12:30 pm<br />
(not 3/4/18, 3/18/18)<br />
Free for all <strong>JCC</strong> members<br />
Non-members – $5 per child, $10/family max.<br />
Come enjoy some structured and unstructured play with<br />
your little one!<br />
SENIORS CLASS<br />
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Senior Strength & Balance<br />
Day: Mondays<br />
Fee: Free – open to all seniors in the community<br />
Day: Wednesdays, Fridays<br />
Fee: Free for Fitness members<br />
$5 non-fitness members, $10 non-members<br />
This class is designed to get senior adults moving. Set<br />
to big band and oldies music, participants will dance<br />
and execute chair exercises that are less strenuous on<br />
the body. It provides a low impact workout that will help<br />
improve participant’s strength and balance.<br />
TAP DANCE<br />
Adult tap dance class with Barry on Tuesday evenings<br />
returns Feb. 27. Ages 12 and older are welcome and no<br />
prior dance experience is needed. The cost is $5 per<br />
evening; RSVP not required. For further details, call<br />
315-234-4522 or stop by the Fitness desk.<br />
For the latest class schedule<br />
updates visit www.jccsyr.org.<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> membership is not required to<br />
take group exercise classes.<br />
For more information, call the<br />
Fitness desk at 315-234-4522.<br />
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Churches and Graveyards win <strong>JCC</strong> Battle <strong>of</strong> the Bands<br />
By Ankur Dang<br />
The lilting strains <strong>of</strong> Coldplay’s Viva<br />
La Vida echoed through the Neulander<br />
Family Sports & Fitness Center at the Sam<br />
Pomeranz Jewish Community Center just<br />
after 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 13. It was<br />
a bit unusual. Normally, the Fitness Center<br />
is closed at that hour. Then again, on most<br />
days, musicians aren’t going head to head<br />
with each other as part <strong>of</strong> a concert in the<br />
Schayes Family Gymnasium.<br />
But this night was different. It was the<br />
<strong>JCC</strong>’s Battle <strong>of</strong> the Bands, an event where<br />
five high school bands faced each other<br />
in a truly impressive musical showdown.<br />
And Viva La Vida performed by Sydney<br />
Irving <strong>of</strong> Marcellus was only the first act<br />
<strong>of</strong> the competition, which was ultimately<br />
won by Churches and Graveyards, a fellow<br />
Marcellus band whose name describes<br />
their town which has four churches and<br />
three graveyards all within a mile <strong>of</strong> each<br />
other.<br />
“But we have never practiced in a<br />
graveyard,” said Dan Balman, 17, the<br />
bass guitarist <strong>of</strong> this classic rock sextet.<br />
“There’s no power in graveyards. Still, I<br />
guess we can get a<br />
generator.”<br />
This<br />
light-hearted<br />
exuberance is<br />
to be expected<br />
after winning<br />
the competition.<br />
The celebration<br />
was made even<br />
sweeter because<br />
the band is only<br />
three months old.<br />
“We’re the new<br />
kid on the block,”<br />
said Christian<br />
Malone, 14, the<br />
drummer and the youngest member <strong>of</strong> the<br />
group. And while the band is new, some <strong>of</strong><br />
the members have played with each other<br />
before. Their ability to work so well with<br />
each other is what led them to form this<br />
band so that they could create original<br />
music and play local events regularly.<br />
One <strong>of</strong> Churches and Graveyards’<br />
original numbers they played was<br />
<strong>2018</strong> Battle <strong>of</strong> the Bands winner Churches and Graveyards, from Marcellus High School, get their set underway.<br />
Avalanche which, according to Balman,<br />
was written after he was called a “natural<br />
disaster” by his chemistry teacher when<br />
she caught him zoning out in class. “I<br />
always get nice, little nicknames from my<br />
teachers when I do stuff like that,” he said<br />
while insisting that it isn’t something that<br />
happens too <strong>of</strong>ten.<br />
The rest <strong>of</strong> the band includes Tyler<br />
Wetherell,<br />
vocals; Colin<br />
Arnett,<br />
piano/<br />
saxophone;<br />
Ben Carranti,<br />
vocals; and<br />
Jackson<br />
Masters, lead<br />
guitar. They<br />
were awarded<br />
a $200 cash<br />
prize, eight<br />
hours <strong>of</strong><br />
studio time at<br />
More Sound<br />
Recording<br />
Studio in <strong>Syracuse</strong>, and the headline slot at<br />
this year’s Contact Community Services’<br />
TeenFest event.<br />
Vivid Recall, from Liverpool<br />
High School and Baker High School<br />
(Baldwinsville) was the first runner-up<br />
in the competition. Singer-songwriter<br />
Sidney Irving from Marcellus High School<br />
finished in third place.<br />
<strong>2018</strong> <strong>JCC</strong> Battle <strong>of</strong> the Bands winner Churches and Graveyards<br />
from Marcellus High School. Pictured are the band’s members,<br />
from left, Jackson Masters, lead guitar; Ben Carranti, vocals;<br />
Colin Arnett, piano/saxophone; Dan Balman, bass; Christian<br />
Malone, drums; and Tyler Wetherell, vocals.<br />
“It happens,” Irving said with a smile<br />
on her face. “But performing is in itself<br />
is such a rewarding experience. I live for<br />
the music. That’s what’s most important.<br />
Viva la musica.” With that, she patted<br />
her younger sister Kalissa s<strong>of</strong>tly on the<br />
shoulder and they walked out <strong>of</strong> the venue<br />
with their parents.<br />
The other Battle <strong>of</strong> the Bands entrants<br />
this year were FM All from Fayetteville-<br />
Manlius High School/Nottingham High<br />
School and Decent from Lafayette Junior-<br />
Senior High School.<br />
Judges for the <strong>2018</strong> Battle <strong>of</strong> the Bands<br />
were Jose Varona, More Sound Recording<br />
Studio; Bob Staffa (B.O.B), 95X radio<br />
personality; Katrina Tulloch, life and<br />
culture reporter for The Post-Standard;<br />
Greg Minix, <strong>Syracuse</strong> NewTimes; and Nate<br />
Murphy, Josh Winoski and Dan Wrona<br />
from last year’s winning band Posted.<br />
This year’s Battle <strong>of</strong> the Bands was<br />
sponsored by More Sound Recording<br />
Studio, 95X, Contact Community Services<br />
and Pepsi.<br />
http://bit.ly/jccbob18<br />
Visit our website for more<br />
Battle <strong>of</strong> the Bands photos.<br />
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Tributes<br />
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The following tributes were received from October 28, 2017 to January 19, <strong>2018</strong>.<br />
TO FROM TO FROM<br />
BEN MELTZER ENDOWMENT FUND<br />
Marilyn Manheim<br />
In memory <strong>of</strong> Arnold Manheim.<br />
The Renert Family<br />
GENERAL OPERATING FUND<br />
Linda Alexander<br />
In memory <strong>of</strong> Steven Alexander.<br />
David & Marcia Mele<br />
The DeMari Family<br />
In honor <strong>of</strong> the DeMari Family; Joe, Susan,<br />
Joseph & Shayna, in celebration <strong>of</strong> Hanukkah.<br />
John & June O’Brien<br />
Joanna Shapiro Small & Family In honor <strong>of</strong> Sid Shapiro.<br />
Joel & Roberta Small<br />
Michael & Sharon Shapiro In loving memory <strong>of</strong> your dad & grandfather.<br />
Debbie & Sheldon Abrams<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Shapiro In memory <strong>of</strong> your father, Sidney Shapiro.<br />
Ellen & John Missry<br />
Todd & Joanna Shapiro Our sincere condolences. We loved your dad.<br />
His memory will be for a blessing. Our love,<br />
Corinne & Lynn Smith<br />
Todd & Joanna Shapiro In loving memory <strong>of</strong> Sidney Shapiro.<br />
& Family<br />
With all <strong>of</strong> our love,<br />
Jeff, Judy, Shira & Ben Magram<br />
Todd Shapiro & Family In memory <strong>of</strong> Sidney Shapiro.<br />
Dr. Jeffrey Kirshner<br />
Todd Shapiro & Family Our deepest condolences on the loss <strong>of</strong><br />
your father, Sidney Shapiro.<br />
Lois & Jerry Gordon<br />
Todd Shapiro & Family With fond memories <strong>of</strong> countless racquetball<br />
games and other wonderful encounters with a<br />
dear friend, Sidney Shapiro.<br />
Kenneth Reagles, Ph.D.<br />
Todd Shapiro & Family In memory <strong>of</strong> Sidney Shapiro.<br />
Paul & Louise Lydon<br />
Todd Shapiro & Family In memory <strong>of</strong> Sidney Shapiro.<br />
Ms. Linda Schoenwald<br />
Todd Shapiro & Family In memory <strong>of</strong> Sidney Shapiro.<br />
Dilys & Lawrence Port<br />
IDA RUBIN SENIOR ADULT NUTRITION ENDOWMENT FUND<br />
The Family <strong>of</strong> Arleen Koldin With our most sincere and deepest sympathy<br />
on the passing <strong>of</strong> your beloved mother and<br />
grandmother. We will greatly miss her.<br />
Alan & Myrna Koldin<br />
Swim LeSSons<br />
In the <strong>JCC</strong>’s outdoor heated pool<br />
Private &<br />
semi-private<br />
lessons<br />
• Ages 6 months to adult.<br />
• Pool opens May 26.<br />
• Everyone welcome!<br />
Look for our Pool Guide coming out in May!<br />
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<strong>JCC</strong> CAMP JOE AND LYNNE ROMANO SUMMER CAMP<br />
Linda Alexander<br />
In memory <strong>of</strong> Steven Alexander.<br />
David & Marcia Mele<br />
JEFFREY SUSSMAN ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND<br />
Lynn & Steven Bronstein Congratulations on your granddaughter<br />
Samantha’s Bat Mitzvah.<br />
Shelly & Karen Kruth<br />
JEROME AND PHYLLIS CHARNEY<br />
EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM<br />
Family <strong>of</strong> Dr. Jeffrey Meltzer We are sorry for your loss.<br />
Marjie & Larry Loeb<br />
BOBBIE EPSTEIN LEWIS<br />
SENIOR ADULT DINING PROGRAM FUND<br />
Helen Marcum<br />
Thank you for your kindness.<br />
Clark Goodwin<br />
The Family <strong>of</strong><br />
My deepest condolences to<br />
Rose Mary Pinkasewicz the family <strong>of</strong> Rose Mary Pinkasewicz.<br />
Hannah Groskin<br />
Todd Shapiro & Family In memory <strong>of</strong> Sidney Shapiro.<br />
Arnie & Libby Rubenstein<br />
Steven Sisskind<br />
Thank you for helping me with<br />
my dad’s unveiling.<br />
Sherry Meltzer<br />
NEULANDER FAMILY SPORTS & FITNESS CENTER<br />
Todd and Michelle<br />
Thinking <strong>of</strong> you during this difficult time, sending<br />
Shapiro & Family<br />
our love and condolences on the loss <strong>of</strong> your<br />
beloved father and grandfather, Sidney Shapiro.<br />
Love, Ilene and Stephen Flatt & Family<br />
Celebrate, honor and remember<br />
To commemorate special occasions —births, birthdays,<br />
graduations, anniversaries, weddings, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, or<br />
to perpetuate the memory <strong>of</strong> a loved one—the <strong>JCC</strong> welcomes<br />
tax-deductible gifts to one <strong>of</strong> our many endowments and<br />
special funds. The <strong>JCC</strong> will send an acknowledgement card to<br />
the individual (or next <strong>of</strong> kin) in whose name the contribution<br />
was made. For further information, please contact Erin Hart at<br />
315-445-2040, ext. 112.<br />
Everyone welcome! Please join us...<br />
7 th ANNUAL<br />
PASTA DINNER<br />
Sunday, March 18<br />
3:30–5 pm<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> Gym<br />
$8 adults, $6 kids (4-12)<br />
PROCEEDS TO SUPPORT <strong>JCC</strong> GYMNASTICS<br />
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THE WLADIS COMPANIES ~ NAMING SPONSOR<br />
<strong>JCC</strong> Annual Meeting & Gala<br />
Sunday, June 3, <strong>2018</strong> • 11:00 am<br />
Owera Vineyards, Cazenovia<br />
Va’ad supervised<br />
<strong>2018</strong> Honorees<br />
Kovod Award<br />
Donna Lipton<br />
Lynne Pascale<br />
Hall <strong>of</strong> Fame Award<br />
Shelly Kruth<br />
Marilyn Pinsky<br />
The Leslie Award<br />
Carolyn Weinberg<br />
Lower East Side<br />
Kosher Deli<br />
YExperience!<br />
Kovod Gadol Award<br />
Susan DeMari, Security Liaison<br />
Federal Bureau <strong>of</strong> Investigation<br />
New York State Police<br />
Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office<br />
Town <strong>of</strong> DeWitt Police Department<br />
Centro<br />
Alex Lozupone<br />
A place where everyone belongs.<br />
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