2015-16 Winter Program Guide

WINTER PROGRAM GUIDE 

2015-16 

Adults 

After School 

Children & 

Families 

Early 

Childhood 

Development 

Seniors 

Sports & Fitness 

Summer Camp 

Teens 

A place where everyone belongs.

Adult Tap Dance class led 

by Barry Shulman. 

Arts and crafts in the After School Program. 

Fall 

Scrapbook 

The Early Childhood Development 

Program’s Kids Yoga class. 

Pictured, from left, at the Oct. 13 Sisterhood Symposium are Marci 

Erlebacher, JCC of Syracuse executive director; Rabbi Andrew 

Pepperstone, spiritual leader of Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra 

Shas; Dr. Benjamin Sommer, professor of Bible The Jewish 

Theological Seminary and the evening’s featured guest speaker; 

and Nancy Belkowitz, Sisterhood Symposium committee chair. 

Fun with balloon 

animals during the 

Early Childhood 

Development 

Program’s 

intergenerational 

luncheon. 

NIA group exercise class. 

Israeli filmmaker Haim Bouzaglo and JCC of Syracuse 

Executive Director Marci Erlebacher at The Palace Theater 

on Oct. 17 for the Syracuse International Film Festival and 

JCC’s screening of Bouzaglo’s House of Wishes.

Our Jewish Community Center 

315-445-2360 | www.jccsyr.org 

November 2015 

Dear Friends, 

It’s hard to believe that we’re nearing the end of another 

year. While summer camp and lounging out by the pool 

are now distant memories, one thing that we don’t forget 

is to appreciate all that we have. Thanks to the Sam 

Pomeranz Jewish Community Center family, we are able 

to continue providing valuable programs and services to 

the greater Syracuse community. 

Each year at this time we 

remind you that our Jewish 

Community Center is 

here to support you and 

hundreds of other local 

families. The JCC often transcends this role by becoming 

a necessity in the lives of those we serve. Whether it 

is child care so a parent can work, fitness programs to 

enhance wellness, or outreach and referrals for seniors 

by our recently re-established Neighborhood Advisor 

Program, the services we provide are an important part 

of the daily lives of those who utilize our center. 

Deeds of giving are the very foundations 

of the world. 

– Jewish saying derived from the Mishna, 

Pirkei Avot 1:2 

Your past contributions to our end-of-year campaign 

have enabled us to meet the needs of our members and 

neighbors. We once again look to your generosity as we 

seek to maintain our key place within the community. 

Please remember that when you give to the JCC you 

provide a gift that will last throughout the year. Your 

gift will help shape the lives of our youth and enrich 

I care about the Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center of Syracuse and its future. I also identify with and understand 

the importance of the JCC to Jewish life in this community. I would like to make the following contribution*: 

q Pillar $1,000 

q Founder $500 

q Supporter $250 

q Patron $100 

the lives of our seniors. Your gift will enhance the lives 

of those who fill our fitness center with strength and 

determination as they maintain healthy lifestyles, and it 

eases parental stress so parents can work and provide for 

their families knowing that their children are well cared 

for at the JCC. 

As this year draws to a close, help us continue our long 

tradition of serving the diverse needs of those in our 

community. Your generous donation will positively 

impact the lives of many Central New Yorkers with 

quality programs and services rooted in Judaic 

traditions and teachings. Please make a tax-deductible 

contribution to the JCC today. Your end-of-year gift 

will help ensure that our essential programming and 

services continue moving forward throughout the 

coming year. 

Sincerely, 

Marci Erlebacher 

Steven Sisskind 

Executive Director 

Board President 

P.S. For your convenience, please use the below form 

to submit your tax-deductible JCC contribution today! 

Questions? Call us at 315-445-2360. 

q Friend $50 

q “Two Life” $36 

q Chai $18 

q Other 

$_______ 

# 

Name ___________________________________________________________________________ 

Address _________________________________________________________________________ 

City _________________________________ State ________________ Zip ______________ 

Phone _______________________________ Email ____________________________________ 

Thank you for your 

generous contribution! 

q Check Make check payable to: JCC of Syracuse 

Mail check and completed form to: JCC of Syracuse 

5655 Thompson Rd. 

DeWitt, NY 13214 

*A contribution does not constitute membership. 

q MasterCard or VISA credit card 

Acct. # ________________________________________ 

Exp. Date ______________________________________ 

Signature ______________________________________ 

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Supporting Your Center 

Your continued financial 

contributions, gifts, grants and 

endowments allow us to serve 

you, your family and the larger 

community six days per week, 

year round. Funds raised are 

critical to daily operations, special 

programming, future development 

and improvements, and 

scholarships and financial aid. 

Matching Gifts 

Many companies in the Syracuse area have 

Matching Gift Programs, which encourage 

charitable giving by their employees. 

Under these programs, companies match 

gifts—often dollar for dollar or even two 

dollars to one—that individuals make to 

nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations. Your 

gift to the JCC may qualify. Please check 

with your company to determine eligibility 

requirements. 

Tribute Cards 

To commemorate special occasions, 

including births, birthdays, graduations, 

anniversaries, marriages, Bar or Bat 

Mitzvah, or to celebrate and honor 

the memory of a loved one, the JCC 

welcomes tax-deductible gifts to one of 

our many endowment or special funds. 

(See the tributes on page 33.) The JCC 

will send an acknowledgement card to 

the individual (or next of kin) in whose 

name the contribution is made. Tribute 

cards recognize someone special and help 

the JCC. For more information, contact 

Mariette DeWolf at 315-445-2040, ext. 112. 

End-of-Year Donation 

Designate your United Way 

donation to support the JCC 

If you participate in the United Way 

Community Campaign where you work 

or as an individual donor, please consider 

designating all or part of your gift to the 

JCC of Syracuse. This can easily be done 

on the back of your pledge card. Your 

generous contribution to the JCC through 

the United Way donor program will go a 

long way in supporting your JCC. 

Volunteer 

An agency such as the JCC is dependent 

on the enthusiasm and willingness of 

members of the community who volunteer 

their time and talent. Volunteers are 

invaluable in bringing vital perspective, 

experience, community and manpower to 

complement those of our staff members. 

Public support is imperative to the JCC of Syracuse’s survival. The center depends 

on these donations for a full 7% of its annual budget. We recently mailed out 

our end-of-year campaign letters 

requesting your generous support. 

For your convenience, a copy of this 

letter is reprinted on page 3 along 

with the form to use for making a taxdeductible 

end-of-year contribution if 

you haven’t already done so. No gift 

is too small and all donations to the 

JCC are greatly appreciated! 

Senior Adult Dining Program 

Our Bobbi Epstein Lewis Senior Adult 

Dining Program (see page 23) offers 

seniors a hot, nutritious kosher meal 

five days a week at a very affordable 

price. It’s our way of “giving back” to 

local seniors who form the foundation 

of our community. You can help 

keep this valuable program going by 

making a contribution or becoming a 

sponsor of our monthly senior newsletter. 

For more information, contact 

Mariette DeWolf at 315-445-2040, 

ext. 112. 

Jewish Federation of CNY 

The JCC of Syracuse is a beneficiary 

agency of the Jewish Federation of 

Central New York. The JCC receives 

funding from the Federation and 

works in close partnership with it to 

provide the Jewish community with 

essential programs and services. 

JCC families and members can help 

by giving generously to the Jewish 

Federation of CNY campaign. 

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Welcome 


Marci Erlebacher 

Executive Director 

Don Cronin 

Controller 

Nick Finlayson 

Membership Director 

Tammy Barzee 

Daytime Receptionist 

Mariette DeWolf 

Executive Asst./ 

Office Manager 

Will Wallak 

Marketing Director 

Alan Davis 

Operations Director 

Deborah Stonecipher 

Evening Receptionist 

Mission 

The Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center of Syracuse (JCC) is the nucleus 

of the Jewish community built on the foundation of Jewish ethics and values. 

We provide quality services and programs for all ages, serving everyone in the 

Central New York Region. 

Contents 

Registration Information ..........................6 

Contacts .........................................7 

JCC’s Neighborhood Advisor Program ..............8 

Early Childhood Development .....................9 

Gift Cards order form .............................13 

After School & Childrens Programs ................15 

Membership .....................................17 

High school Battle of the Bands coming Jan. 16 .......21 

Adults & Seniors .................................22 

Childrens Sports & Recreation Classes ...............24 

Neulander Family Sports and Fitness Center .........27 

Group Exercise Schedule ..........................30 

Tributes .........................................33 

2015–2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

President 

Vice-Presidents 

Treasurer 

Secretary 

Immediate 

Past President 

Board Members 

Steven Sisskind 

Steven D. Wladis, Roy S. Gutterman, Howard M. Weinstein, M.D. 

Sara Temes 

Debbie Goldwein 

Alan E. Lipsy 

Nomi M. Bergman 

Tara Burgess Booher 

Jayne Charlamb 

Rebecca Cohen 

Linda R. Drimer 

Mary Anne C. Gillson 

Ben Gnacik 

Ann Goldstein 

Bud Greenman 

Peter Hall 

Michael A. Klein 

Mark Levy 

Joanne Maloff 

Harriet Mead 

Ilene Feldman Mendel 

Lynne Pascale 

Sarah Rose Pinsky 

Neil Rosenbaum 

Philip Rothschild 

Phillip D. Rubenstein 

Laurence Segal 

Susan Sloane 

Amy P. Sumida 

Diane Wladis 

Andrea Knoller 

Past President 



REGISTRATION INFO 

How to register 

To enroll in classes, use the Class 

Registration Form on p. 20 of this booklet. 

Complete one form for each individual 

registration and return by mail to: 

JCC of Syracuse 



Or, fax to 315-449-4539. 

Full payment must be received with the 

enrollment form. Register early as some 

programs have limited space and classes fill 

up fast. JCC members receive enrollment 

priority. 

FYIFOR YOUR 

INFORMATION 

JCC community menorah lightings 

start Dec. 7 

Come celebrate Chanukah at our community menorah 

lighting on Monday, December 7 at 4 p.m. here at the 

JCC of Syracuse. Rabbi Evan Shore of Shaarei Torah 

Orthodox Congregation of Syracuse will lead the lighting 

of the menorah along with children from the JCC’s 

After School Program. The lightings at the JCC will 

continue that week on Tuesday, Dec. 8, through Friday, 

Dec. 11, at 4 p.m. 

These events are free and open to the public. For more 

information, call the JCC of Syracuse at 315-445-2360. 

Automatic registration 

Auto registration can be made for the same 

ongoing class next semester. Please indicate 

this on the registration form and your credit 

card will be billed at that time. 

Cancellations, refunds & changes 

No registration confirmations are sent. We 

will notify you only if a program is cancelled. 

The JCC reserves the right to cancel a 

program due to insufficient registration. In 

such cases, a full refund or credit will be 

issued. Transfers from one class to another 

can only be made with prior JCC approval. 

Billing 

Membership JCC membership is a oneyear 

commitment. Annual membership is 

non-refundable and payment is due in full 

upon joining. Or, for your convenience, you 

may choose an alternate payment option 

such as monthly automatic payments from 

your credit/debit card or bank account. 

Program enrollment Bills for the Early 

Childhood Development Program (ECDP) 

and the After School Program will be 

issued on or about the first of every month. 

Payment may be made by mail, in person or 

via phone/fax by credit card. You may also 

choose monthly automatic payments from 

your credit/debit card or bank account. 

ECDP and After School Program 

withdrawal/change policy 

Changes or withdrawals must be made in 

writing to the program by the 15th of the 

month (or next business day) prior to the 

change. If written notification is not received, 

you are responsible for the original billed 

amount. Increases in days and times are 

based on availability. This is to ensure that 

we maintain proper staffing ratios. 

Kashrut Policy 

The JCC kitchen is under the supervision 

of the Syracuse Va’ad Ha-ir. The kashrut 

policy requires strict adherence to the list 

of approved foods that may be brought into 

the kitchen. This list is available through 

program staff members. 

Room rental 

The JCC rents a variety of spaces at 

affordable rates. Our auditorium has 

computer presentation capabilities and we 

offer kosher catering. We also have various 

conference rooms that can be arranged to 

accommodate meetings, classes, parties 

and other events. For details, contact 

Mariette DeWolf at 315-445-2040, ext. 112. 

Snow Policy 

The JCC will make every effort to remain 

open during snowy and harsh winter 

weather conditions. Closings will be 

announced on local TV news channels and 

on radio stations 620 AM, 570 AM and 

94.5 FM. Please call us for class or program 

cancellation information. 

In the event of school closings, the JCC 

will make every effort to remain open for 

childcare. This service is open to members 

and active program participants only. 

Please call ahead for the latest information 

and updates. 

2015-2016 Holiday Closings 

Dec. 25 .......Closed 

Jan. 1, 2016 ....New Year’s Day – Closed 

April 22 .......Close at 5:00 pm 

Eve of Passover 

April 29 .......Passover – Closed 

May 30 ........Memorial Day – Closed 

June 13* .......Shavuot – Closed 

July 4 .........Independence Day 

Closed 

*All Jewish holidays begin the evening before 

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Hours 

FYIFOR 

YOUR 

INFORMATION 

JCC Main Entrance 

• Reception desk 

Monday–Thursday... 8:00 am – 9:00 pm 

Friday.............. 8:00 am – 6:00 pm 

Saturday ........... Closed 

Sunday............. 9:00 am – 5:00 pm 

Neulander 

Family Sports & Fitness Center 

Monday–Thursday... 5:30 am – 9:00 pm 

Friday.............. 5:30 am – 6:00 pm 

Saturday ........... 8:00 am – 4:00 pm 

Sunday............. 7:00 am – 6:00 pm 

Locker rooms close 15 minutes after the 

fitness areas close. The Schayes Family 

Gymnasium opens at 7 a.m. Monday 

through Friday. Hours may be extended 

for special programming or league play. 

FOR THE SAFETY AND SECURITY OF EVERYONE 

AT THE JCC, WE WILL STRICTLY ENFORCE THE 

FOLLOWING SAFETY MEASURES: 

• No cars may be parked in front of the main entrance 

without a driver present. 

• No parking in the handicapped spaces without proper 

authorization. 

• No parking in the loading area. 

• First offense will receive a written warning. 

• Second offense vehicles will be towed at the owner’s 

expense. 

Contacts 

Main. ........................................315-445-2360 

Direct Dial to Office Extensions ...................315-445-2040 

Sports & Fitness Center.......................... 315-234-4522 

Fax ............................................315-449-4539 

Email. ....................................... info@jccsyr.org 

Staff 

Administration 

Marci Erlebacher.......Executive Director................. x107 

Mariette DeWolf. ......Executive Assistant/Ofc. Manager... x112 

Don Cronin............Controller........................ x118 

Abby Tricome..........Bookkeeper ...................... x138 

Will Wallak.............Marketing Director ................ x108 

Nick Finlayson. ........Membership Director.............. x140 

Alan Davis.............Operations Director............... x125 

Tammy Barzee.........Daytime Receptionist.............. x100 

Deborah Stonecipher.. . Evening Receptionist. ............. x100 

Adult and Senior Programming 

Cindy Stein 

Director of Adult and Senior Programming ................. x104 

Gail Berlin 

Adult and Senior Programming Assistant................... x104 

Kitchen. ............................................... x124 

Children & Teen Services 

Mick Hagan 

Director of Children and Teen Services..................... x129 

Erin Hart 

Assistant Director of Children and Teen Services............ x133 

Early Childhood Development Program (ECDP) 

Jo David...............ECDP Director. ................... x122 

Pamela Ranieri.........ECDP Assistant Director............ x123 

Christine Flynn.........ECDP Receptionist................. x120 

Jennifer Paine..........ECDP Evening Receptionist......... x120 

Sports & Fitness 

Health, Physical Education & Recreation (HPER) 

Joe Yager..............Sports & Fitness Director. ......... x144 

Sherri Lamanna 

Director of Gymnastics, Dance & ECDP Phys. Ed. ............ x126 



JCC’s Neighborhood Advisor Program assists seniors 

The Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community 

Center recently became re-established 

as a Neighborhood Advisor Program 

site offering outreach, information and 

referral services to seniors in the DeWitt, 

Fayetteville and Manlius 

areas. The program is part 

of the Onondaga County 

Department of Adult & Long 

Term Care Services. 

Sharon Kieffer is the 

JCC’s Neighborhood Advisor 

and assists seniors age 60 

and older by providing 

information about programs 

available in the community 

and by helping to obtain 

necessary services so that they can remain 

living independently in their homes. 

Kieffer has many years of experience 

providing case management services in the 

healthcare and long-term care fields. 

“I’m here to help seniors and their 

families navigate the system so they can 

get the right services for their particular 

situation,” says Kieffer. “I make house 

calls to help fill out forms and deal with 

issues relating to Social Security, Medicare 

and other benefit programs. I also make 

Sharon Kieffer, the JCC’s 

Neighborhood Advisor. 

presentations to senior groups so that 

they know this service is available. All of 

the Neighborhood Advisor services are 

provided on an individual basis and at no 

cost to seniors.” 

The Neighborhood 

Advisor Program is funded 

in part by a grant from 

the Onondaga County 

Department of Adult & Long 

Term Care Services. The 

JCC’s Neighborhood Advisor 

Program has a long history 

of serving Syracuse’s eastern 

suburbs. 

“I am delighted that we 

were once again chosen by 

the county as a partner in providing such 

a valuable service to seniors,” said Marci 

Erlebacher, JCC executive director. “The 

program nicely complements all of the 

social and wellness services that we offer 

such as our fitness classes and senior 

kosher meal program.” 

For more information about the JCC’s 

Neighborhood Advisor Program and to 

make a referral, call Sharon Kieffer at 315- 

445-2040, ext. 156. 

PJ Library in CNY—A gift for Jewish children and their families 

PJ Library (PJ for pajamas) is a nationally 

acclaimed literacy program started by the 

Harold Grinspoon Foundation which gives 

free Jewish bedtime stories, CDs and DVDs 

to families 

raising 

Jewish 

children. 

The PJ 

Library in CNY chapter coordinates this 

wonderful free gift locally and regularly 

holds special PJ family playdates and 

events. These playdates are designed to 

connect children and parents to the PJ 

Library program through different holiday, 

book and Jewish themed events. 

PJ Library in CNY is a program of 

the JCC of Syracuse and supported by 

the Pomeranz, Shankman and Martin 

Charitable Foundation, Jewish Federation 

of Central New York, Jewish Community 

Foundation of CNY Teen Funders, 

Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas, 

Shaarei Torah Orthodox Congregation of 

Syracuse, Syracuse Hebrew Day School, 

Temple Adath Yeshurun and Temple 

Concord. PJ Library in CNY serves 

children from 6 months to 8 years old 

in Cortland, Madison, Onondaga and 

Oswego Counties. For more information 

and to sign up, visit www.pjlibrary.org or 

email Carolyn at pjcny@jccsyr.org. 

Upcoming PJ playdates 

Dec. 6, 2015 • 1–3 pm 

JCC Auditorium 

LEGO Menorah Making event with Bricks 

4 Kidz. Children will build and take home 

their own LEGO menorah. $12.50 per 

child. Registration required to Carolyn at 

pjcny@jccsyr.org. 

Jan. 10, 2016 • 10 am – noon 

Tu B’shevat Program 

Feb. 7, 2016 • 1–3 pm 

PJ Library Mitzvah Program 

Power of light 

By Rabbi Evan Shore 

William Shakespeare once wrote, “How far 

that little candle throws his beams! So shines 

a good deed in a weary world.” Imagine 

for a moment living in the darkest period 

in Jewish history. The Jewish people were 

living in their own land, Israel, yet the Greek 

domination brought darkness to the Jews 

even on the brightest and clearest of all days. 

Any sort of Jewish observance was forbidden 

by royal decree under the penalty of 

execution. Yet, many Jews refused to permit 

the flames of Judaism be extinguished. 

Others fought to ensure the light continue 

to grow in intensity. 

Of course the light is symbolic of our Holy 

Torah and its traditions. The Greeks felt it 

was outdated, irrelevant and needed to be 

replaced. The Jews at this time in history 

took a stand; old does not mean outdated, 

ancient does not connote being out of touch. 

The candles we light on Chanukah 

commemorate a Divine miracle God 

performed for the Jewish people. The Jews 

stood up and fought for a principle that has 

weathered the ages and attacks. 

Chanukah teaches us the beauty of the 

chain of tradition that finds its roots at 

Mount Sinai, the day God revealed Himself 

to the Children of Israel. It is this light we 

kindle nightly during the eight day holiday of 

Chanukah. The Macabees would be proud 

to know that the light they fought for, and 

which many died for, still shines brightly. 

What a beautiful holiday where both parent 

and child light the holy menorah, carrying 

on the chain of tradition! This is the greatest 

proof of continuity. Let the beams of the 

candles glow brightly in all of our homes. 



Jerome and Phyllis 

Charney 

Early Childhood Development Program 

We are committed to developing the social, emotional, physical 

and intellectual well being of each child, allowing them to grow and 

flourish as productive members of the community. Our 

Hours 

Monday–Friday 

7 am – 6 pm 

emphasis is on helping children become independent, 

self-confident, inquisitive and enthusiastic learners. 

Jo David 

Director 

Christine Flynn 

Morning 

Receptionist 

/ecdpjccsyr 

Pam Ranieri 

Assistant Director 

Jennifer Paine 

Evening 

Receptionist 

How to Register 

The 2015–2016 school year runs from 

September 2015 through June 2016. Early 

registration for the 2016–2017 school 

year will open to current ECDP families 

and JCC members on February 1, 2016. 

Current ECDP Families will receive only the 

registration form via “kid mail.” To ensure 

your child’s placement in the classroom, 

please return the registration form along 

with the $25 registration fee by March 

11, 2016. Families will receive additional 

paperwork in May and we ask that you 

return it no later than June 11, 2016. For 

current JCC members, please contact the 

ECDP office to be placed on our mailing 

list so that you can take advantage of early 

registration. Open enrollment to the public 

begins March 14, 2016. 

For more information about our program, 

and to schedule a tour, call us at 315-445- 

2040, ext. 122. 

Early bird 

registration starts 

February 1, 2016 

Open to current JCC members. 

Infant Level 

• Must be six-weeks old by September 6, 2016 

We offer the highest quality of care to our 

youngest members in the Syracuse area. To 

maintain a developmentally appropriate 

environment for our infants, they are 

separated into two age groups: Infant I 

and Infant II. Infants who are 6 weeks to 

12 months old at time of enrollment are 

placed in the Infant I classroom. Infants 

who are 12 months to 24 months at the 

time of enrollment are placed in the 

Infant II classroom. 

The ECDP provides a responsive 

environment that supports and encourages 

exploration through a variety of classroom 

routines and experiences. Infant caregivers 

focus on daily routines such as hellos and 

goodbyes, diapering and toileting, feeding, 

dressing and soothing to sleep as part of 

the curriculum. These one-on-one routines 

help to build positive relationships between 

infant and caregiver, promoting trust and 

allowing infants to feel secure in their 

environment. 

Once infants have developed a 

trusting relationship with their caregivers 

they will start to gain new skills and 

participate more actively in daily routines. 

The teachers are then able to provide 

intentional indoor and outdoor experiences 

that allow children to learn while imitating 

and pretending, connecting with music 

and movement, exploring with sand and 

water and creating with art. 

Toddler Level 

• Must be 18-months old by September 6, 2016 

Toddler children are at an age when they 

establish secure attachments with their 

caregivers more quickly and are now eager 

to experience their world. They react to 

what they experience through their senses 

and physical activity. ECDP teachers 

provide intentional experiences for 

toddlers through a variety of indoor and 

outdoor experiences. 

Learning materials that match the 

children’s growing abilities and interests 

are provided and the children start to 

explore objects and begin to use them 

purposefully. While playing with toys, 

imitating and pretending, exploring 

sand and water, creating with art and 

going outdoors, the toddlers learn to 

communicate and socialize with peers and 

adults, to think mathematically and to 

discover like scientists. 

Toddlers start to enjoy special 

programming outside of the classroom 

setting, such as Toddler Tango and gym 

class. Toddlers are placed into classrooms 

according to their chronological age. 

Children do not need to be toilet trained, 

and when appropriate, toilet training will 

be incorporated into one of the goals for 

your child. 




Charney 


Three-Year Old Level 

• Must be age 3 by December 1, 2016 

With kindergarten just two years away, 

this is an important time for every child 

to learn that the world is bigger than 

imagined. Children learn new skills 

and concepts through our thematic, 

hands-on approach to learning. Daily 

activities are carefully planned to promote 

children’s social, emotional and cognitive 

development. Our teachers are trained 

to recognize differences in rates of 

development within this age group, and 

individualize instruction to meet every 

child’s needs. Materials and activities 

are appropriately tailored in an effort to 

challenge children’s abilities while building 

their self-confidence. 

Throughout the year, children will 

discover the wonder of the world they live 

in. All of our three-year olds are actively 

engaged in group discussions, long-term 

studies, sensory play, cooking, process art 

and more. Our three-year olds are reading 

stories, singing songs and playing their way 

through the day. We also tailor gym time 

with our specialized gym instructor to 

the needs of our three-year olds. We play 

outside every day, weather permitting, on 

our beautiful fenced-in playgrounds. 

With all of these wonderful 

activities happening in our three-year 

old classrooms, the Early Childhood 

Development Program provides a well 

rounded and positive learning experience 

for your child. 

Pre-K Level 

• Must be age 4 by December 1, 2016 

Our oldest children explore the world 

through our hands-on, developmentally 

appropriate approach to learning. We 

include both child initiated play and 

teacher-directed academic experiences 

on a daily basis. Planned lessons and 

activities allow teachers to informally 

and continually assess each child in order 

to effectively modify and individualize 

instruction. 

Academically, we focus on exposing 

children to the skills and concepts needed 

to succeed in kindergarten. This includes 

creative expression, math and reading 

readiness, along with fine and gross motor 

skill development to help each child learn, 

grow and succeed. Each classroom is also 

equipped with a SMART board where the 

children are engaged in daily interactive 

lessons which promote creativity and 

critical thinking. 

Children at the Pre-K level attend 

many theme-related field trips. In the 

fall our classes will visit the apple and 

pumpkin farms. Later in the school year 

we’ll visit the MOST, F-M Planetarium and 

Fayetteville Free Library. 

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Calendar 

December 

8 ...........Chanukah Party 

Classrooms A, B, 2, 6, 7, 8 

8 ...........Winter Performance 

9 ...........PJ Library 

Wear your pajamas to school! 

24 (1/2 day), 28-31 ...Vacation Camp 

Full-time families only; 

$50/day, $25 for Dec. 24 

25 ..........Closed 

January 2016 

1 ...........Closed 

11–22 .......Scholastic Book Fair 

11–22 .......Parent-Teacher Conferences 

13 ..........PJ Library 


February 

1 ...........Early Bird Registration Begins 

10 ..........PJ Library 


March 

7, 8 .........Stranger Danger 

16 ..........PJ Library 


24 ..........Purim Parade 




Charney 


Happy Chanukah 

December brings with it Chanukah, the 

“Festival of Lights,” and our classroom 

Chanukah parties that have become a 

favorite ECDP tradition! Our Chanukah 

parties will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 8 for 

rooms 6, 7, 8, A, B and 2. The boys and 

girls will be eating potato lakes and jelly 

doughnuts. Songs will be sung, dreidels 

will be spun, candles on the menorah will 

be lit and stories of brave Maccabees told. 

Each child will also receive a specially 

decorated goodie bag filled with a dreidel, 

Chanukah stickers and chocolate gelt to 

take home. 

If your child will not be scheduled 

to attend our program on Dec. 8 for the 

Chanukah Party, you may pay for extra 

time if space is available. Otherwise, 

parents may bring in their child and 

STAY WITH THEM for the duration 

of the party. NYS licensing regulations 

requires a specific student/teacher ratio be 

maintained at all times in every classroom. 

Ratios vary according to age. Thank you 

for your understanding and cooperation 

with this matter. 

PJ Library 

The JCC has partnered with the PJ Library 

(PJ for pajamas) which visits our program 

monthly. Children are encouraged to wear 

their pajamas to school on PJ Library days! 

The PJ Library coordinator reads stories, 

sings songs and plans activities with the 

children. The program offers free, highquality 

Jewish books and music each 

month to children ages six months to eight 

years all across North America to parents 

raising Jewish children. 

Winter Vacation Camp 


Program will be closed for winter break 

Dec. 24–Jan. 1. There will be a vacation 

camp offered for our working parents who 

need extended-day and full-day child care 

on Dec. 24, 28, 29, 30 and 31. The teachers 

who will be caring for children that week 

may NOT be your child’s regular teachers. 

A minimum of five children must 

be registered per day to run the winter 

vacation camp. The fee is $50 per day. 

Please look for the registration form in 

your child’s mailbox. We cannot accept 

registration forms after Dec. 11 due to staff 

scheduling. 

Please note that the JCC will be closing 

at 1:00 p.m. on Dec. 24 and it will be 

CLOSED for all programming on Dec. 25 

and Jan. 1. 

Preschool Book Fair 

You’re invited! We look forward to seeing 

you at our annual Scholastic Preschool 

Book Fair which will be held Jan. 11–22 

from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Early 

Childhood wing of the JCC. 

Fostering a love for reading early on 

helps create lifelong learners. Reading 

with your preschooler is one of the best 

gifts that you can give your child. Reading 

stimulates imagination and creativity, 

and provides life lessons from your child’s 

greatest teacher—you! 

Our book fair is a case fair that includes 

a bigger selection of books with a wide 

variety of topics to choose from! This is the 

perfect way to update your home library at 

half the cost! Many of our parents love to 

purchase books for their child’s classroom. 

To make this easier for you, please look 

for the specially marked book bins at the 

check-out which contains the wish list of 

books for classroom libraries. Your child 

will be able to place a special sticker inside 

the book that lets the teacher know who 

purchased it for the classroom. Please note 

that purchasing a book from the wish bin 

is optional and not required. The Early 

Childhood Development Program greatly 

appreciates all wish bin books that are 

purchased. 



Parent-Teacher Conferences 

Communication between parents 

and teachers is an important part of 

our program. During the school year, 

teachers are making observations and 

completing assessments to guide learning 

and instruction to promote success in all 

areas of development. We look forward 

to sharing it with you during the parentteacher 

conferences that will be held Jan. 

11–22. Please look for the sign-up sheet 

outside the office and information on the 

ECDP Office Hub on MemberHub. Parents 

will be able to view their child’s portfolio 

at the parent-teacher conference. A second 

conference will be scheduled in May. 

Purim Parade 


Program will hold its annual Purim 

Parade on March 24 

at 9:45 a.m. in the 

gymnasium. Parents 

are invited to attend 

and children may 

wear their costumes 

to school. 

Winter enrichment classes 

Classes require pre-registration and are 

subject to minimum enrollment. 

Movin’ and Groovin’ 

with Tamar from Toddlers’ Tango 

Age: 3–5 

Day: Mondays 

Dates: Dec. 7, 14, 21, Jan. 4 

Time: 1:15–2 pm 

Fee: $45 members, $50 non-members 

Taught by: Tamar Frieden, Toddlers’ Tango 

This class is great for children who love to 

dance, sing, move and shake to the beat! 

New this semester we are offering this 

unique music and movement class with our 

very own Tamar Frieden who regularly 

brings her Toddlers’ Tango program to 

our classrooms. Movin’ and Groovin’ will 

allow your child to explore with musical 

instruments, learn new songs and get their 

groove on! 

Mommy & Me Boogie 

Age: Children under 5 years old with 

their mom/dad/caregiver 

Day: Wednesdays 

Dates: Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 

Time: 9:15–10 am 


Taught by: Tamar Frieden, Toddlers’ Tango 

This class is specifically designed with babies 

and mommies in mind. You will spend 45 

minutes dancing and singing with your child, 

teaching them rhythm and rhymes and, of 

course, having fun together! If you have an 

older child in the program, drop them off 

and head straight to the class with your 

baby/toddler. Or, if you are just looking for 

something fun and engaging to do with your 

child, come to the JCC for a morning of 

active dance and songs once a week! 

Bricks 4 Kidz 

Age: 4–5 

Day: Fridays 

Dates: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29 

Time: 1:15–2 pm 


Taught by: Bricks 4 Kidz CNY 

This is a great class for 

children to practice fine 

motor skills, pattern 

recognition and more. Your 

child will build a different 

LEGO animal each class while taking a 

virtual trip to the zoo! We’ll build a camel, 

elephant, giraffe and kangaroo using LEGO 

Duplo bricks. Each class will start with circle 

time and a book about the animal that will be 

built. Following the animal build, there will 

be some creative LEGO play time and crafts. 

Kids Yoga 

Age: 3–5 

Day: Wednesdays 

Dates: Feb. 24, March 2, 9, 16 

Time: 1:15–2 pm 


Taught by: Bridgett Langstaff 

This class helps kids build concentration, 

strength, flexibility, self-control and balance. 

Children will embark on a calming journey 

and begin to understand mindfulness and 

finding contentment in everyday life. 

Mommy and Me Yoga 

Age: Children under 3 with their moms 

Day: Tuesdays 

Dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29 

Time: 9:15–10 am 


Taught by: Bridgett Langstaff 

Spend some fun time together with your 

baby while getting in shape! This class will 

include stretching, balance and flexibility. 

Wear comfortable clothes and don’t let the 

name scare you away—this class is open to 

dads and caregivers, too! 

JCC membership not 

required to enroll in 

these classes. Use the 

registration form on 

page 20 and sign up today! 

Questions? 

Call us at 315-445-2040, ext. 120. 


Apparel & Accessories 

QTY CARD AMT TOTAL 

Aerie $25 

Aeropostale $25 

American Eagle Outfitters $25 

Banana Republic $25 

Bon-Ton $25 

Bon-Ton $100 

Burlington Coat Factory $25 

Champs Sports $25 

Children’s Place $25 

Claire’s $10 

Disney $25 

Disney $100 

Express $25 

Finish Line $25 

Foot Locker $25 

Gap $25 

Gymboree $25 

J. Crew $25 

Journeys $25 

L.L. Bean $25 

L.L. Bean $100 

Lands’ End $25 

Lands’ End $100 

Lane Bryant $25 

The Limited $25 

Men’s Warehouse $25 

Old Navy $25 

Payless Shoes $20 

Piperlime $25 

Talbots $25 

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GIFT CARDS 

Available at the JCC! 


Gift Card Program 

Order Form 

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Barnes & Noble $10 

Barnes & Noble $25 

Best Buy $25 

Best Buy $100 

Game Stop $25 

iTunes $15 

iTunes $25 

Regal Cinema Single $9.50 

Regal Cinema $25 

Specialty Stores 


Babies “R” Us $20 

Bass Pro Shops $25 

Bass Pro Shops $100 

Build-A-Bear Workshop $25 

Buy Buy Baby $25 

Christmas Tree Shops $25 

Dick’s Sporting Goods $25 

Dick’s Sporting Goods $100 

Gander Mountain $25 

Guitar Center $25 

Hallmark $25 

Michaels $25 

Motherhood Maternity $25 

Office Depot $25 

Office Max $25 

PetSmart $25 

Sports Authority $25 

Sports Authority $100 

Staples $25 

Staples $100 

Sunglass Hut $25 


Make your holiday 

shopping easier! 

Purchase gift cards from the JCC this holiday season and help 

support the Early Childhood Development Program and 

Children’s Department. 

It’s easy! Simply fill out this form and drop off at the JCC front 

desk. Your gift cards will be delivered in time for the holidays! 

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• Order by Wednesday, December 16 at noon 

for delivery by December 23. 

Books, Music, and Entertainment Health & Beauty 


Bath & Body Works $10 

Bath & Body Works $25 

CVS Pharmacy $25 

GNC $25 

Regis Salon $25 

Rite Aid $25 

Sally Beauty Supply $25 

Sephora $20 

Spa Finder $25 

Supercuts $25 

Walgreens $25 

Grab and Go Eateries 


Arby’s $10 

Bruegger’s Bagels $10 

Burger King $10 

Chipotle $10 

Cold Stone Creamery $10 

Domino’s Pizza $10 

Dunkin’ Donuts $10 

KFC $5 

Little Caesars Pizza $20 

Panera $10 

Panera $25 

Papa John’s Pizza $10 

Pizza Hut $10 

Starbucks $10 

Starbucks $25 

Subway $10 

Taco Bell $10 

Tim Hortons $10 

Toys “R” Us $20 

Wendy’s $10 

See other side for more cards and to complete your order! Ü 


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JCC of Syracuse Gift Card Program Order Form (cont.) 

Dining 


Applebee’s $25 

Applebee’s $50 

Bonefish Grill $25 

Carrabba’s Italian Grill $25 

Chili’s $25 

Cracker Barrel $10 

Dave & Buster’s $25 

Denny’s $10 

Hard Rock Cafe $25 

Olive Garden $25 

Outback $25 

P.F. Chang’s $25 

Rainforest Cafe $25 

Red Lobster $25 

Red Robin $25 

Ruby Tuesday $25 

Texas Roadhouse $25 

TGI Friday’s $25 

Uno’s Chicago Grill $25 

Travel 


Avis Car Rental $50 

BedandBreakfast.com $50 

Best Western $25 

Best Western $100 

Budget Car Rental $50 

Clarion Hotels $50 

Clarion Hotels $100 

Carnival Cruises $100 

Celebrity Cruises $100 

Disney $25 

Disney $100 

Disney $1000 

Hyatt Hotels $50 

Hyatt Hotels $100 

Six Flags One Day Ad. $35 

For The Home 


Ace Hardware $25 

Ace Hardware $100 

Bed Bath & Beyond $25 

Crate and Barrel $25 

Crate and Barrel $100 

Home Depot $25 

Home Depot $100 

Jo-Ann Fabrics $25 

L.L. Bean $25 

L.L. Bean $100 

Lowes $25 

Lowes $100 

Pier 1 Imports $25 

Pottery Barn $25 

Pottery Barn $100 

West Elm $25 

Williams Sonoma $25 

Williams Sonoma $100 

Gas and Auto 


Advanced Auto Parts $25 

Auto Zone $25 

BP Gas $50 

Exxon $50 

Gulf Oil $25 

Jiffy Lube $30 

Mobil $50 

Pep Boys $20 

Shell $25 

Sunoco $50 

General 


American Express $25 



Gift Card Order Form – Payment Information 

Mail Order and Online 


Amazon.com $25 

Amazon.com $100 

Cabela’s $25 

Cabela’s $100 

Groupon.com $25 

Omaha Steaks $25 

Overstock.com $25 

Peapod Online Grocery $25 

Peapod Online Grocery $100 

REI $25 

Shutterfly $25 

Zappos.com $25 

1-800-FLOWERS $25 

Department & Discount Stores 


JCPenney $25 

JCPenney $100 

Kmart $25 

Kmart $50 

Kohl’s $25 

Kohl’s $100 

Lord & Taylor $25 

Macy’s $25 

Macy’s $100 

Marshalls/Homegoods $25 

Marshalls/Homegoods $100 

Sam’s Club $25 

Sam’s Club $100 

Sears $25 

Sears $100 

Target $25 

Target $100 

TJ Maxx $25 

TJ Maxx $100 

Walmart $25 

Walmart $100 

Cash or checks only, please. Sorry, no credit cards accepted. 

Make check payable to: JCC of Syracuse. 

Please drop off this form 

at the JCC front desk. 




Thank you 

for your order 

and support! 

Name __________________________________________________________________ 

Address ________________________________________________________________ 

City ____________________________________ State ___________ Zip ____________ 

Phone __________________________________________________________________ 

Email __________________________________________________________________ 

Total No. of Cards ________________________ Grand Total $ ____________________ 

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After School & Childrens Programs 

Kindergarten – 

Sixth Grade 

Mick Hagan 

Director of Children & Teen Services, 

Camps and Inclusion Specialist 

We provide a dynamic array of programs and activities for school-age 

children in a safe, nurturing, flexible and welcoming environment that 

supports their families’ needs. Programming focuses on a healthy 

combination of constructive play, child- and counselor-led activities, 

active play and Judaic culture. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged 

to become vital members of our programs. 

After School Program Program 

Erin Hart 

Assistant Director 

of Children & Teen Services and Camps 

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Snow day? Drop off the kids 

at the JCC! 

Open to everyone in grades K–6 

School closings for snow and cold can cause 

child-care problems for working parents. The 

JCC will provide care, and has a great sledding 

hill in our own backyard! Participants can be 

dropped off on such days as early as 7 a.m. 

and be picked up as late as 6 p.m. Families 

registered in the After School Program at least 

one day per week may attend for only $10 

while all others are welcome at the following 

affordable prices. 

Cost: $45 members, $55 non-members 

Busy families looking for the right place 

for their children to go after school need 

only look to the JCC! Our licensed After 

School Program is a great place for kids in 

grades K–6 to go for fun, educational and 

recreational activities. 

We’re open school days until 6:00 p.m. 

and children may attend up to five days a 

week. It’s just a short walk down the hall 

for Syracuse Hebrew Day School students 

to get to the program. Other students 

from nearby schools arrive just as easily 

as busing is provided from East-area 

Syracuse City Schools, Jamesville-DeWitt, 

Fayetteville-Manlius and area private 

schools. In some cases, the JCC’s own bus 

can even provide transportation to the 

program. 

For all the quality and value that we 

offer, you’re sure to agree there’s no other 

place like JCC! 

Days per week Members Non-members 

5 $221 $ 286 

4 $193 $ 251 

3 $167 $ 218 

2 $122 $162 

1 $82 $122 

5% sibling discount. Discount applies to lower 

priced enrollment on each additional child. 

Before school care for elementary children 

Give your Jamesville-DeWitt student a safe and comfortable 

place to go in the morning before the school day begins. 

Our Before School Care Program is convenient, flexible and 

affordable for both JCC members and non-members. 

For more information, call us today at 315-445-2040, 

ext. 129. 



After School & Childrens Programs 

Kindergarten – 

Sixth Grade 

2016 Kids Night Out 

Winter Wonderland Theme 

Date: Saturday, Jan. 30 

Ages: Grades K–6 

Time: 

Cost: 

7–10:30 pm 

$20 members, $25 non-members 

$40 family maximum if registered 

by 1/22/16 

Spring Fling Theme 

Date: Saturday, March 5 

Ages: Grades K–6 

Time: 

Cost: 

7–10:30 pm 

$20 members, $25 non-members 

$40 family maximum if registered 

by 2/26/16 

Fundraisers 

Kosher challah and baked goods sale 

Challah from Harrison Bakery is available 

for sale on Fridays at the JCC. Other 

baked goods available include breads, 

rolls, cookies, cakes, pies, donuts and 

more! All proceeds benefit the Children’s 

Department. Place your pre-order by 

downloading the order form from 

www.jccsyr.org or pick one up at the front 

desk. Pre-orders must be placed by noon 

on Wednesday for Friday pick up. 

Gift Cards 

Purchase your gift cards for the holidays 

through the JCC and earn money for the 

Children’s Department and ECDP! Simply 

fill out the order form on page 13 and 

return it to the JCC. We’ll deliver the gift 

cards to you and there are no service fees 

or surcharges. Make your gift giving easier 

and you’ll be supporting the kids at the 

JCC! 

2015–16 Vacation Camps 

Winter Break 

Dec. 24–31 (half day 12/24, closed 12/25) 

Spend this break enjoying indoor and outdoor 

fun— so come prepared for the weather! We’ll 

go on field trips and have a New Year’s Eve 

Party! Sign up for whole or half days (on non 

field-trip days). 

Early registration deadline: Wednesday, 

Dec. 16 to avoid closeouts and late fees. 

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 

Monday, Jan. 18, 2016 

Gather together with your friends on this day to 

appreciate one another. We’ll make friendship 

portraits and do team building activities like 

relay races and scavenger hunts. Bring clothes 

to go sledding, weather permitting! 

Early registration deadline: Monday, Jan. 11 

to avoid closeouts and late fees. 

February Break 

Monday, Feb. 15 – Friday, Feb. 19 

Celebrate summer in the winter with a luau, 

summertime games and snacks, and even field 

trips! We’ll have some seasonal fun, too, so 

come prepared for the summer and winter! 

Early registration deadline: Monday, Feb. 8 


We’re here when you need us 

Passover/Spring Break 

April 25–28 

The JCC will be closed on April 29 for 

Passover. Our Passover/Spring Break Vacation 

Camp will be filled with fun games, arts & 

crafts, sports and field trips! 

Early registration deadline: Monday, April 18 


Sign up 

Registration flyers will be available at our 

front desk and on our website www. 

jccsyr.org a few weeks prior to each 

vacation camp. Our activities vary greatly 

and we keep things exciting and fun for 

our vaca-campers! 

Times 9 am – 4 pm 

Early/Late Care* 7 am – 6 pm 

Prices 

Full Day $45 members, $55 non-mem. 

Half Day $30 members, $35 non-mem. 

Early/Late Care* $2 members, $3 non-mem. 

*Free for After School Program participants 

enrolled at least one day/week 

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Even if your child is not a regular After School Program participant, you can 

bring your school-age child to the JCC on superintendant days, vacation 

days and even unexpected snow days! We serve the Syracuse City School 

District (select schools), Jamesville-DeWitt, Fayetteville-Manlius and area 

private schools. If your child attends school in these districts or has a school 

closure that coincides with one of these public school districts, you may take 

advantage of these days. Just call us at 315-445-2360 for a registration form 

or download it from www.jccsyr.org. We’re here when you need us! 

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Membership 

Join the JCC! 

Mission 

The mission of the Membership Department is to develop 

and maintain relationships with current and prospective 

JCC members. The department shall work to strengthen the 

JCC through member participation and support by providing 

individual service, frequent interaction and accountable 

feedback loops. 

Membership 

The JCC of Syracuse offers a variety of flexible membership 

options to anyone in the community. Members enjoy use of 

the center, the outdoor heated pool, access to the fitness 

facilities and program exclusives and discounts. Specific 

benefits vary according to membership category and level. 

Please see the charts on this page for details. 

You do not have to be Jewish to become a member of 

the JCC of Syracuse. JCC membership is a one-year 

commitment (some exceptions apply) and automatically 

renews each year unless cancellation notice is given in 

writing. Annual membership is non-refundable and payment 

is due in full upon joining. Or, for your convenience, monthly 

payment plans are available including automatic payments 

from your credit or debit card. Enroll today by completing 

pages 18–19. 

Questions? Contact our membership director at 

315-445-2040, ext. 140. 

JCC MEMBER BENEFITS 

Full-Facility 

(FF) 

Non-Fitness 

(NF) 

Member Rates on Programs & Svcs. • • 

Pool Membership • • 

Sports & Fitness Center 

• 

Non- 

Member 

Group Exercise Classes* • ¢ ¢ 

Personal Training ¢ ¢ ¢ 

Teen Training • ¢ 

Massage ¢ ¢ ¢ 

Nutritionist ¢ ¢ ¢ 

Special Fitness Packages ¢ ¢ ¢ 

Indoor Track 

Towel Service 

• 

• 

Member Reciprocity • • 

Open Gym & Leagues • ¢ ¢ 

Campus Play Grounds & Courts • • • 

Senior Lunch Program ¢ ¢ ¢ 

Access to Early Childhood 

Development Program (ECDP) 

• • 

Space Rental ¢ ¢ ¢ 

• Included with membership 

¢ Additional fees or restrictions may apply 

*TRX fee/class: $15 for full-facility members, $25 non-members 



5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt, NY 13214 


Membership Categories & Rates 





Membership Application 

I, the undersigned primary member, for myself and all 

persons listed above, hereby affirm the following: 

I am applying for membership with the Jewish Community 

Center (JCC) of Syracuse. I agree to abide by its rules 

and bylaws. I understand that all members 18 years and 

older may participate in the JCC’s annual meeting. 

I understand that membership dues are payable in full 

at the time of joining or renewal unless a payment plan 

has been approved in advance. A payment plan only 

specifies the manner in which payments will be made 

and does not reflect a month-to-month membership 

commitment. If paying by monthly automatic payments 

from a credit card, I authorize the JCC of Syracuse to 

automatically charge my credit card account for each 

consecutive month of the plan. 

I understand that membership dues are automatically 

renewed each year unless I give notice in writing. Note 

that the JCC of Syracuse reserves the right to cancel a 

membership for any reason at any time with appropriate 

notice. I understand that membership is not transferable 

and membership dues are non-refundable. 

I have read and agree with these membership terms as 

acknowledged by my signature below. 

______________________________________________ 

Primary Member’s Signature 

Date 





Class Registration & Emergency Authorization 

I hereby appoint the appropriate JCC staff members to act on my behalf in authorizing unexpected medical, dental or surgical care and/or hospitalization for the 

below named minor(s) during the period of September 1, 2015 through August 31, 2016, in the event of my unavailability. 



Bands sought for 14th annual JCC Battle of the Bands 

Calling all high school rockers! The JCC 

of Syracuse is once again seeking rock and 

other musical groups to enter and play 

in its Battle of the Bands concert. This 

14th annual competition will be held on 

Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the 

JCC on 5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt. 

The winning band will receive a $200 

cash prize, eight hours of recording studio 

time at More Sound studio, Syracuse, and 

the opportunity to play in a special JCC 

2016 Spring Showcase concert. Battle of the 

Bands entry forms are available online at 

www.jccsyr.org and at the JCC’s front desk. 

Registration is $40 per band. The deadline 

to enter is Jan. 4, 2016. 

“We had such a great Battle of the 

Bands concert last year,” said Mick Hagan, 

JCC’s director of Children and Teen 

Services. “The diverse styles of music and 

quality of the musicians were incredible, 

and the turnout was excellent as usual. I 

can’t wait to see what kind bands we get to 

enter this year.” 

Each JCC Battle of the Bands 

competition has typically drawn up to ten 

bands from all over Central New York. The 

shows are filled with quality talent and 

get the house rocking. Last year’s winner 

The 13th annual JCC Battle of the Bands winner Casual Plaid from Marcellus High School kicks off their set 

during the competition held in January 2015. Pictured, from left, is Mike Clark, Aaron Fern, Sean King and 

Erica Ylitalo. 

was progressive roots-rock bluegrass band 

Casual Plaid from Marcellus High School. 

Judges for the 2016 Battle of the 

Bands will be Ryan Gorham, Gorham 

Brothers Music, Syracuse; Chris Baker, 

music and entertainment reporter for 

The Post-Standard; and Katrina Tulloch, 

entertainment reporter for The Post- 

Standard. Admission to the show is $9 and 

open to the public. For every high school 

student admission, the JCC will donate 

$1 to his or her school district’s music 

department. 

For more information about the Battle 

of the Bands and registration, contact 

Erin Hart at 315-445-2040, ext. 133, or 

ehart@jccsyr.org. 

Discounted 

movie tickets 

For Regal Cinemas 

• $9.50 each 

• No expiration date 

• No restrictions 

Purchase tickets at the JCC’s 

front desk. Proceeds benefit the 

JCC Children’s Dept. 

Sunday, March 20, 2016 

Volunteers needed! 

Shift 1: 11:45 am – 2 pm 

or 

Shift 2: 1:45 – 4 pm 

For information on volunteering, 

contact Cindy Stein at 315-445-2040, ext. 104. 



Adults and Seniors Program 

We strive to get adults and seniors throughout the community involved by offering 

various activities and events designed to meet a range of different interests. For 

seniors age 60 and older, we provide opportunities for socialization, fitness, good 

nutrition, entertainment, education and assistance. The program also incorporates 

Jewish culture through celebration, fellowship and weekly Shabbat experiences. 

Cindy Stein 

Director of Adult and 

Senior Programming 

Gail Berlin 

Adult and Senior 

Programming Assistant 

Chanukah senior luncheon 

Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015 

12–1:30 pm 

Join us for latkes and a 

special holiday lunch as we 

celebrate Chanukah with 

the Keyna Hora Klezmer 

Band! $5.00 suggested lunch contribution for 

seniors age 60 and over. Lunch reservations 

are required. For questions and lunch 

reservations, call 315-445-2360. 

Home Fire Preparedness 

presentation 

Friday, Dec. 18, 2015 

12:30–1:30 pm 

Join us for this very 

important and informative 

presentation. Also, consider 

coming early for lunch 

at noon! There’s a $3.50 

suggested lunch contribution 

for seniors age 60 and over. 

Lunch reservations are required. This event 

is sponsored by the Red Cross. Future 

appointments may be scheduled for a Red 

Cross volunteer to check your home’s 

smoke alarms and develop a fire escape plan. 

For questions and lunch reservations, call 

315-445-2360. 

Defensive driving course offered Dec. 15 and 16 

The Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community 

Center of Syracuse will host a defensive 

driving course on Tuesday, December 15, 

and Wednesday, December 16, from 9 a.m. 

to noon both days here at the JCC. The 

class is open to licensed drivers of all ages 

and costs $25 per person. Attendees must 

come both days and bring their drivers 

license. 

This National Safety Council course 

focuses on practical defensive driving 

knowledge and techniques to help 

participants avoid collisions and traffic 

violations. The highly interactive class will 

include learning activities, discussions and 

videos with real-life driver simulations. 

The program offers participants a 10 

percent discount on the liability portion 

of auto insurance for three years and 

a reduction of points for recent traffic 

infractions. 

To register for the class, call 315-445- 

2360, email cstein@jccsyr.org or stop by 

the JCC of Syracuse front desk. 

Gearing up for 2016 Purim Carnival family fun 

The 2016 Purim Carnival will be held on 

Sunday, March 20, from noon to 4 p.m. at 

the JCC. Admission to the event is free and 

open to the public. 

Purim is a lively, joy-filled holiday, 

which is why many communities celebrate 

with a carnival. The Purim Carnival has 

become a tradition for many local families 

to join together for a fun-filled day at the 

JCC. The carnival features pre-school and 

school-age games, large inflatable toys and 

bounce houses, prizes, food, raffles and 

more. Event proceeds will benefit the JCC. 

For more information, including 

volunteer opportunities, contact Cindy 

Stein at 315-445-2040, ext. 104, or 

cstein@jccsyr.org. 

Noon Year’s Eve luncheon for seniors 

Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015 

12–1:30 pm 

Start your New Year’s 

celebration early at the 

JCC! Put on your party 

clothes and dancing shoes as we ring in 2016 

with Ann Barnes our wonderful pianist. This 

special holiday luncheon for seniors age 60+ 

is a $5.00 suggested contribution. Lunch 

reservations are required. For questions and 

lunch reservations, call 315-445-2360. 


Adults and Seniors Program 


Connect. Learn. Have fun. 

BINGO 

We’re giving BINGO a face lift! Join us 

monthly for a chance to win new prizes at 

no charge! 

Birthday celebrations 

We have a birthday celebration for all the 

birthdays in each month. The dates are 

posted in the newsletter. Come help us 

celebrate! 

Bridge 

We welcome new bridge players of all ages 

and levels on Mondays from 1–3:30 p.m. 

Join us for lunch and then hit the tables! 

A new table will open up when we have 

enough extra players signed up. Please stop 

by the front desk to get on the list. 

Defensive driving course 

We regularly host defensive driving 

courses here at the JCC (see page 22). See 

our newsletter or visit www.jccsyr.org 

periodically for upcoming classes. 

Mah Jongg 

Come play Mah Jongg at the JCC on 

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 

at 12:30 p.m. New players are always 

welcome! For more information, call us at 

315-445-2040, ext. 104. 

Neighborhood Advisor 

The JCC’s Neighborhood Advisor Sharon 

Kieffer offers outreach, information and 

referral services to seniors in the DeWitt, 

Fayetteville and Manlius areas. For more 

information see page 8 or call Sharon at 

315-445-2040, ext. 156. 

Movie matinees at the “J” 

We provide the most up-to-date releases 

in cinema format right in your backyard. 

Movie suggestions are always welcome. 

Please check our newsletter for show times. 

Bobbi Epstein Lewis Senior Adult Dining Program 

There is no better place to go for a 

delicious, well-balanced, kosher meal in 

the company of friends. Meals are prepared 

fresh in our kosher kitchen. Some dietary 

accommodations can be made for people 

with medical conditions. Please call in 

your lunch reservation by noon on the day 

before the meal date. Also, let us know 

if you have special dietary needs. This 

dining program is funded in part by the 

Onondaga County Department of Aging 

and Youth and the New York State Office 

for the Aging and Administration for 

Community Living. 

Senior kosher lunches 

Day: Weekdays 

Time: 

Cost: 

RSVP: 

Noon 

$3.50 suggestion contribution 

$5.00 special holiday meal 

suggested contribution 

By noon the day before 

Order your 2016 Mah Jongg cards! 

Special holiday luncheons 

Come celebrate Chanukah and New Year’s 

with us (see page 22)! We regularly hold 

special luncheons to celebrate holidays. 

Check out our monthly seniors newsletter 

for updates on future holiday luncheons. 

Meal site gift certificates 

Meal site gift certificate booklets make 

a great gift! Each certificate is good for 

a delicious lunch at the JCC. For more 

information, call 315-445-2040, ext. 104. 

Live entertainment 

Every month we bring in live 

entertainment during our senior lunch. 

Come and enjoy a home-cooked meal 

and the company of good friends while 

being entertained by great local singers, 

comedians, dancers and other performers. 

A fundraiser to benefit the 

JCC Seniors Program. 

• $8 – Standard Print Card 

• $9 – Large Print Card 

Deadline: Jan. 15, 2016 

Stop by the front desk, visit 

www.jccsyr.org or contact Cindy Stein 

at 315-445-2040, ext. 104. 



Childrens Classes 

Sports School & of Fitness 

[ Gymnastics ] dance 

Pre-school & School Age 

We work with pre-K to pre-teen children to teach physical education, 

teamwork, sportsmanship and cooperation. 

Sherri Lamanna 

Director of Gymnastics, Dance and 

ECDP Physical Education 

KARATE 

Little Dragon Karate 

Age: 3 – Pre-K (must be 3 by 12/1/15) 

Day: Friday 

Time: 1–1:30 pm 

Dates: 12/11–3/11 (not 12/25, 1/1, 2/19) 


CNY Karate School at the JCC! This pre-school 

karate class provides a fun and appropriate 

way to introduce your youngest to this popular 

and healthy sport. Additional fees may be 

incurred for uniform and sparring equipment. 

Kids Karate 

Age: Grades K–6 

Day: Friday 

Time: 4:15–5 pm 

Dates: 12/11–3/11 (not 12/25, 1/1, 2/19) 


Students in this course will progress through 

the beginning ranks of CNY Karate Gojoryu 

style. Karate enhances motor skill progression 

and self discipline. Additional fees may be 

incurred for uniform and sparring equipment. 

BASKETBALL 

Age: Grades 1–6 

Day: Monday 

Time: 4:15–5 pm 

Dates: 12/7–3/7 (not 12/28, 1/18, 2/15) 


Basketball can be a life-long participatory sport. 

Start at an early age and learn the basics. 

FITNESS FUN! 

Movin’ & Groovin’ Fitness 


Day: Monday 

Time: 4:30-5 pm 

Dates: 1/4–3/7 (not 1/18) 


Bring your energy to move and groove to fun, 

upbeat music. Comfortable clothes and sneakers 

are required. 

Cardio Hoops 


Day: Tuesday 

Time: 4:30–5 pm 

Dates: 1/5–3/8 (not 2/16) 

Fee: $84 members, 

$94 non-members 

Hoop your way to happiness and health. A 

colorful mix of dance, play, games and movement 

are designed to promote physical activity 

that’s fun. 

SOCCER 

Lil’ Kickers Soccer – Pre-K 

Age: Pre-K 

Day: Monday 

Time: 2–2:45 pm 

Dates: 12/7–3/7 (not 12/28, 1/18, 2/15) 

Fee: $140 members, $160 non-members 

Min. Class Size: 5 

This fun and fast-paced class is focused on 

boosting balance, coordination and fundamental 

soccer skills. A variety of creative games 

are used to help kids develop listening skills, 

cooperation and teamwork. 

Lil’ Kickers Soccer – School-Age 


Day: Wednesday 

Time: 4:30–5:15 pm 

Dates: 12/9–3/9 (not 12/30, 2/17) 


Min. Class Size: 5 

Trained coaches provide 45 minutes of highly 

creative and high-energy activities. This class 

is a great introduction to soccer and designed 

to help children master age-appropriate 

developmental milestones. 

SPORTS 

24 JCC of Syracuse | 2015-16 Winter Program Guide 

Rookie Sports I 

Age: 3 (must be three by 12/1/15) 

Day: Monday 

Time: 1–1:30 pm 

Dates: 12/7–3/7 (not 12/28, 1/18, 2/15) 

Limit: 10 


Throwing, catching, kicking and running made fun through 

pre-sports skills training. Miniature equipment is used with 

an emphasis on fun and good sportsmanship. 

Rookie Sports II 

Age: Pre-K 

Day: Friday 

Time: 1–1:45 pm 

Dates: 12/11–3/11 (not 12/25, 1/1, 2/19) 

Limit: 12 

Fee: $145 members, $165 non-members

Creative Tots 


PRE-SCHOOL DANCE 


Day: Thursday 

Time: 1–1:30 pm 

Dates: 12/10–3/10 (not 12/24, 12/31, 2/18) 

Limit: 8 

Attire: Girls: Leotard and tights 

Boys: Shorts and T-shirt 

Shoes: Ballet shoes 


For the youngest dancers, this class is an introduction 

to music and movement with a focus 

on fun and creativity. 

Pre-Ballet 

Age: Pre-K 

Day: Thursday 

Time: 1:45–2:15 pm 

Dates: 12/10–3/10 (not 12/24, 12/31, 2/18) 

Limit: 8 



Shoes: Pink ballet shoes (girls) 


This Pre-K class is an introduction to ballet 

techniques and terminology. 




School of Dance 


Ballet, Tap and Jazz form the curriculum of the JCC Dance Program. Girls and boys are 

invited to participate in this program and gain flexibility, strength and coordination while 

having lots of fun. Dance classes are held in the dance aerobic studio with mirrors, 

dance bars and wood flooring. The program includes a recital in June with additional 

fees for costumes. We have some dance shoes available for our students at no cost. 

Please ask for details. 

Fancy Feet 

Age: Pre-K 

Day: Thursday 

Time: 2:30–3 pm 

Dates: 12/10–3/10 (not 12/24, 12/31, 2/18) 

Limit: 8 



Shoes: Black tap shoes and black jazz 

shoes or black ballet shoes 


Tap and jazz class for boys and girls. Develop 

rhythm, strength and flexibility. 

Tap and Jazz 

SCHOOL-AGE DANCE 


Day: Thursday 

Time: 4:15–4:45 pm 

Dates: 12/10–3/10 (not 12/24, 12/31, 2/18) 

Limit: 8 



Shoes: Black jazz shoes and tap shoes 


Tap and Jazz II 

Age: Must have previous jazz and tap 

experience. 

Day: Thursday 

Time: 3:45–4:15 pm 

Dates: 12/10–3/10 (not 12/24, 12/31, 2/18) 

Limit: 8 



Shoes: Black jazz shoes and tap shoes 


Ballet 

Age: Grades K and up 

Day: Thursday 

Time: 4:45–5:15 pm 

Dates: 12/10–3/10 (not 12/24, 12/31, 2/18) 

Limit: 8 



Shoes: Pink ballet shoes (girls) 


Classes begin the week of 

December 7. Please use the 

registration form on page 20. 

Questions? Contact Sherri Lamanna 

at 315-445-2040, ext. 126. 




Preschool Gymnastics 

The JCC offers a wonderful program that 

introduces preschoolers to gymnastics at 

times designed to be convenient for parents. 




Tumbling Tots I 

(Preschool Gymnastics I) 



Time: 1–1:45 pm 

Dates: 12/9–3/9 (not 12/30, 2/17) 

Limit: 12 

Attire: Leotard, shorts or sweatpants. No 

pants with snaps, buttons or strings. 


Pre-gymnastics skills for 3-year olds! Emphasis 

on safely using the beam, bars and vault. 

Tumbling Tots II 

(Preschool Gymnastics II) 

Age: Pre-K 

Day: Tuesday 

Time: 2–2:45 pm 

Dates: 12/8–3/8 (not 12/29, 2/16) 

Limit: 12 


pants with snaps, buttons or strings 


Pre-gymnastics movement skills will be taught 

in a safe and fun environment using floor, 

beam, bars and vault. 

Tumbling Tots II 

(Preschool Gymnastics II) 

Age: Pre-K 


Time: 2–2:45 pm 

Dates: 12/9–3/9 (not 12/30, 2/17) 

Limit: 12 


pants with snaps, buttons or strings. 


Floor, beam, bars and vault for pre-K students! 

SCHOOL-AGE GYMNASTICS 

The JCC Gymnastics School offers a comprehensive 

regimen of gymnastics instruction. 

Students develop agility, flexibility and 

self-confidence. Classes are taught by Sherri 

Lamanna. Placement is based on skill, not age. 

Gymnastics – Level I, II, III 


Day: Monday 

Time: 3:30–4:30 pm 

Dates: 12/7–3/7 (not 12/28, 1/18, 2/15) 


Beginning gymnastics foundations taught 

on floor, beam, bars and vault in a safe and 

encouraging environment. 

Gymnastics – Level I, II, III 


Day: Monday 

Time: 4:30–5:30 pm 

Dates: 12/7–3/7 (not 12/28, 1/18, 2/15) 


This level progresses the student to an intermediate 

development in all events. 

Sensory Gym Class 

This class is perfect for the child with 

boundless energy who likes to use all of his 

or her senses. The class caters to the needs 

of children of all abilities and developmental 

levels, and provides the appropriate sensory 

input which is most beneficial for your 

child. Children will thrive through games, 

movement, jumping and more. The class is 

run by Mick Hagan, Children’s Department 

inclusion specialist, and Sherri Lamanna, 

Pre-Team Gymnastics 

Days: Wednesday and Friday 

Time: 4–5:30 pm 

Dates: 12/9–3/11 

(not 12/25, 12/30, 1/1, 2/17, 2/19) 


Participants will be accepted on the pre-team 

through tryouts or approval from coach. Gymnasts 

will work on skills and develop compulsory 

routines for introductions to competitions. 

Team Gymnastics 

Days: Tuesday and Thursday 

Time: 3:45–5:30 pm 

Dates: 12/8–3/10 

(not 12/24, 12/29, 12/31, 2/16, 2/18) 


Participants will be accepted on the team 

through tryouts or approval from coach. Gymnasts 

will compete against other gymnastics 

programs in the area. Some additional fees will 

be incurred. 

director of Pre-school Physical 

Education and Gymnastics. Classes will 

require a minimum of four children and 

a maximum 

of six to 

ensure that 

all children 

receive 

the proper 

support and 

attention. 

Age: 3–4 

Day: Thursday 

Dates: 12/10–3/10 

(not 12/24, 12/31, 2/18) 

Time: 12:30–1:15 pm 

Fee: $170 members, 

$190 non-members 


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Hours 

Mon. – Thurs. ........5:30 am – 9:00 pm 

Friday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30 am – 6:00 pm 

Saturday ............8:00 am – 4:00 pm 

Sunday .............7:00 am – 6:00 pm 

Joe Yager 

Sports & Fitness Director 

Michael S. Knapp 

Personal Trainer 

Paula Pacini 

Group Exercise 

Coordinator 

T 

Tiffany Weiskotten 

Personal Trainer 

Everything you need in one 

state-of-the-art facility 

• Open 7 days per week 

• Over 25 cardio machines 

• Keiser M3 bikes 

• Banked indoor running/walking 

track 

• Comprehensive free-weight area 

and strength training machines 

• Clean showers and locker rooms 

with towel service provided 

• Over 50 group exercise classes 

offered weekly 

• Collegiate-size gymnasium 

• Free orientation by our 

professional staff 

Not already a fitness member? 

Call us today at 315-234-4522 for 

a tour! 

BASKETBALL 

Member’s Pickup Basketball 

(18 and older) 

Days & Times: Thursdays 7–9 pm 

Sundays 9–11 am 

Cost: Free for fitness members 

Non-fitness members: 

• $75 one day per week 

• $110 two days per week 

GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES 

• All classes are free for fitness members 

(except TRX suspension training). 

• $10 per class for non-fitness members. 

• $15 per TRX class for fitness members; 

$25 per TRX class for non-members. 

Check out our schedule on page 30. 

Gym Rentals 

We rent out our collegiate size gymnasium at 

affordable rates to local groups who run volleyball 

and basketball leagues as well as other 

sporting events. For more information, please 

call 315-234-4522. 

OPEN GYM 

Whether you want to work on your jump shot or 

shoot some hoops with friends, make this time 

all your own. For Open Gym times, please see 

the schedule at the fitness desk or view it online 

at www.jccsyr.org/sf-gym-cal.html. 

Personal Training 

Stay in shape with the help of one of our 

personal trainers. See page 28 for details. 

Exercise class for cancer survivors starting Jan. 6 

We’re excited to be launching a new group exercise class that’s focused on the 

fitness needs of cancer survivors. Our Cancer Survivors Exercise Class will be 

held here at the JCC as follows starting on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016: 

Wednesdays 11 am – noon 

Fridays 4:30–5:30 pm 

Saturdays 9–10 am 

The class will be free for JCC Fitness members and $10 per class for nonmembers. 

The first class is free for non-fitness members and discounted 

pricing is available to non-members purchasing a block of classes. The Cancer 

Survivors Exercise Class will be led by certified personal trainer Laurie Kushner 

who is also a cancer exercise specialist certified through the Cancer Exercise 

Training Institute. Kushner also will be offering one-on-one cancer exercise 

sessions here at the JCC. 

For more information, call us at 315-234-4522. 



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Ages: 

Day: 

Time: 

Fee: 

Family Gym 

3 and up 

Sundays 

Through Dec. 13, starts again 1/24/16 

11:30 am – 12:30 pm 

Free for fitness members 

Non-members – $5 per child, 

$10 per family maximum 

Parents and their children will get moving and 

enjoy a variety of structured and unstructured 

play with our obstacle courses, floor mats and 

inflatable tumbling run. Other activities include 

“kidnastics,” stretching, mini-soccer, mini-basketball 

and “circle” activities. Parents should 

be prepared to participate with their children. 

Days: 

Time: 

Fee: 

Neurological 

Movement Therapy 

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 

12:30–1:30 pm 


Non-members – $10/session 

Each specialized 60-minute session is geared 

toward helping enhance the quality of life of 

individuals coping with the effects of neurological 

disorders such as stroke, Parkinson’s 

Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Muscular 

Dystrophy. The instructor works with participants 

to execute various strength, balance and 

resistance exercises. Please call 315-234-4522 

to register. 

Sports Nutrition Counseling 

Consult with Joe Yager, JCC Sports & Fitness 

director and certified sports nutritionist, to develop 

your very own personalized sports nutrition 

program. Joe can review and recommend 

various types of foods and portions to achieve 

athletic goals and offer healthy directions on 

the athlete’s lifestyle and eating habits. For 

more information and to discuss your specific 

situation, contact Joe at 315-234-4522 or 

jyager@jccsyr.org. 

One-on-one 50 Minutes 30 Minutes 

1 session $45 $25 

5 session $215 $120 

10 sessions $400 $230 

20 sessions $775 $420 

Small group, 2 people, 50 minutes only 

1 session $65 

5 sessions $300 

10 sessions $550 

20 sessions $1,000 

For children, tweens and teens 

Plyometrics & Core 

Strengthening Class 

Ages: 9–19 

Days: Sundays 

Time: 

Cost: 

12–1 pm 


$10 for non-members 

Calling all young athletes! See how you 

can benefit from enhanced core strength 

and the dynamics of plyometrics training. 

This program teaches core strengthening 

techniques and the biomechanics of how to 

move in a more fluid manner. Results typically 

include an exponential increase in speed, 

power and increased fluidity of motion. 

Girls Teen Training 

Ages: Teens 

Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays 

Time: 3:30–4:30 pm 



Working with a JCC personal trainer, teens 

will focus on strength and conditioning 

techniques designed specifically for their 

bodies. Sessions also will focus on stretching 

and flexibility. 

One-on-One Personal Training 

As low as $24 per half-hour. Stop by the 

Sports & Fitness desk to set up a time and for 

a list of specials. 

Rates 

50 minutes 

1 session ...................$55 

5 session ...................$260 

10 sessions .................$495 

20 sessions .................$935 

50 sessions .................$2,200 

30 minutes 

1 session ...................$30 

5 sessions ..................$140 

10 sessions .................$270 

20 sessions .................$510 

50 sessions .................$1,200 

Speed up your results! 

Workout with one of our 

experienced trainers. 

Call 315-234-4522 today 

for an appointment! 

Call 315-234-4522 

to register for these classes. 

PERSONAL TRAINING 

Boys Teen Training 

Ages: Teens 

Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays 

Time: 3–3:50 pm 



Working with JCC Sports & Fitness Director 

Joe Yager, teens will focus on strength and 

conditioning specifically designed for their 

bodies. Sessions typically include stretching, 

plyometrics, feet drills, core conditioning and 

age-appropriate weight training. 

Two-on-One Personal Training 

More fun for everyone! 

Rates 

1 session ...................$70 

5 sessions ..................$340 

10 sessions .................$595 

20 sessions .................$1,120 

Fitness Assessments 

Are you making improvements? Find out by 

having a Fitness Assessment. 

Cost: $55 for 45 minutes 

Fitness Assessments include: 

1) Height 

measurement 

2) Weight check 

3) Heart rate 

recording (resting, 

warm-up and training) 

4) Blood pressure 

reading 

5) Body fat 

percentage calculation 

6) Body mass index 

calculation 

7) Cardio respiratory 

fitness evaluation 

8) Flexibility check 

9) Muscle strength 

and endurance 

analysis (upper body 

and core) 

10) Girth 

measurements 



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TRX for golf 

Because I’m tappy... 

Ask any of the participants in Barry 

Shulman’s Tuesday night tap dance class 

here at the JCC and they’ll 

tell you that you can’t help 

but feel happy when tap 

dancing. Want to join in on 

all the tappy fun? Our spring 

tap classes will be starting up in March 

(see the schedule at right). For the latest 

Don’t let your golf game get rusty during 

this off season. Look to the JCC to help 

you stay in golf shape all winter long! We 

offer one-on-one and small group TRX 

(total body resistance exercise) training to 

help strengthen your core and swing speed 

as well as provide a total body workout. 

With the use of our state-of-the-art TRX 

training system, we can help you and the 

rest of your foursome stay ahead of the 

game. Also, look for a TRX for Golf group 

exercise class coming soon! For more 

information, contact Joe Yager at 315-234- 

4522 or jyager@jccsyr.org. 

updates, follow the JCC on Facebook or 

Twitter, or join our tap class email list at 

www.jccsyr.org/tap-email-list-signup.html. 

Spring 2016 Tap Dance class schedule 

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

April 5, 12, 19 

May 3, 10, 17, 24 

JCC night at the Syracuse 

Crunch on Dec. 5 

Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, is Jewish 

Community Center Night at the Syracuse 

Crunch vs. 

the Utica 

Comets. The 

game starts at 

7 p.m. at the 

Oncenter War 

Memorial 

Arena in 

downtown Syracuse. Tickets to join the 

fun and action of this bitter rivalry are 

available for the discounted price of only 

$15 each (cash or check only) from the 

JCC of Syracuse front desk. Or, you can 

preorder tickets by credit card at this 

special price by calling the Crunch’s Rory 

Specia at 315-473-4444, ext. 24. 

For more information about JCC night 

at the Syracuse Crunch on Dec. 5, contact 

the JCC of Syracuse at 315-445-2360 or 

visit www.jccsyr.org. 

Get someone to join, get an extra month 

added to your JCC membership! 

New member referral program 

For JCC of Syracuse members* 

What’s in it for you (our current member): 

Refer a friend or family member who joins the JCC 

Sports & Fitness Center and get one month added to 

your annual membership term. 

What your friend or family member gets: 

15% off any JCC of Syracuse Sports & Fitness Center 

annual membership. 

Questions? Stop by the fitness desk or call 

315-445-2040, ext. 140. 

The JCC Neulander 

Family 


at the JCC of Syracuse 

*Must be a current JCC of Syracuse member in good standing. 



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WINTER 2015-16 

GROUP EXERCISE CLASS SCHEDULE 

SUN 

MON 

TUE 

WED 

THU 

FRI 

SAT 

6 AM 

5:45 – 6:40 AM 

Muscle Sculpting 

Marie 

5:45 – 6:30 AM 

Group Cycle 

Karen B. 

5:45 – 6:40 AM 


Marie 

5:45 – 6:30 AM 

Group Cycle 

Karen B. 

5:45 – 6:40 AM 


Marie 

7 AM 

6:45 – 7:30 AM 

Hooping 

Karen B. 

6:45 – 7:30 AM 

Yoga 

Linda R.-S. 

8 AM 

9 AM 

10 AM 

11 AM 

12 PM 

9:00 – 9:45 AM 

Group Cycle 

Team 

9:50 – 10:35 AM 


Team 

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM 

Family Gym - Team 

12:00 – 1:00 PM 

Teen Plyometrics 

Michael 

8:15 – 9:00 AM 

HIT Training 

Marie 

9:00 – 9:45 AM 

Exercise Chair* - Joe 

9:00 – 9:45 AM 

Zumba - Hareen 

10:00 – 10:45 AM 

Group Cycle - Kim 

10:00 – 10:45 AM 

Balance & Bone 

Density – Karen 

10:00 – 10:55 AM 

Restorative Yoga* 

Linda R.-S. 

11:00 – 11:50 AM 

Senior Strength & 

Balance** 

Donna 

9:00 – 9:55 AM 

Group Cycle 

Marie L. 

10:00 – 11:00 AM 

Pilates 

Sue L. 

11:05 AM 

Chair & 

Balance 

Class* 

Sue L. 

11:05 AM 

NIA 

Elaine 

8:00 – 8:55 AM 

Cardio 

Conditioning 

Mary Beth 

9:00 AM 

Step & 

Sculpt 

Vanessa 

9:00 AM 

Yoga* 

Kelly 

10:00 – 10:45 AM 

Group Cycle 

Team 

10:15 – 11:00 AM 

Zumba 

Sandy/Paula 

11:00 – 11:50 AM 


Balance 

Sandy/Paula 

8:45 – 9:30 

Group Cycle 

Marie 

9:30 – 10:30 AM 

Yoga 

Kay 

10:30 AM 

Pilates 

Karen 

11:35 AM 

NIA 

Elaine 

11:00 AM 

Exercise 

Chair* 

Joe 

8:00 – 8:50 AM 


Peg 

9:00 AM 

Yoga* 

Hareen 

9:00 AM 

Step & 

Sculpt 

Vanessa 

10:00 AM 

Zumba Gold - Sandy 

10:00 AM 

Group Cycle - Kim 

10:00 AM 

Tai Chi Arthritis* - Genoa 

11:00 – 11:50 AM 


Balance 

Sandy 

8:15 – 9:00 AM 

Group Cycle 

Bev 

9:00 – 9:50 AM 

Zumba 1st, 4th, 5th Sat. 

Cardio Cond. 2nd Sat. 

Cardio Kick 3rd Sat. 

10:30 – 11:30 AM 

NIA 

Team 

*Class Meets Upstairs 

4 PM 

5 PM 

6 PM 

7 PM 

Spring 

Tap Dance class 

with Barry 

starts March 1 

6:30–7 pm 

Remedial 

(Sneaking Ahead) 

7 pm 

Beginner Tap 

8 pm 

Intermediate Tap 

9 pm 

Advanced Tap 

See p. 29 

for details. 

5:45 PM 

TRX*** 

Bev 

5:45 PM 

Zumba 

Paula 

6:35 – 7:30 PM 

Yogalates/Pilates 

Paula/Karen M. 

3:00 – 3:50 PM 


Team 

3:30 – 4:30 PM 


Team 

4:00 – 5:00 PM 

Yoga – Kelly 

5:45 PM 

Group 

Cycle 

Bev 

5:45 PM 

Pilates/ 

Barre 

Sue L. 

6:35 – 7:05 PM 

Begin. Cycle 

Bev 

5:45 – 6:30 PM 


Team 

6:35 – 7:30 PM 

Barre & Pilates 

Combo 

Sue L. 

3:00 – 3:50 PM 


Team 

3:30 – 4:30 PM 


Team 

4:00 – 5:00 PM 

Pilates* – Sue L. 

5:45 – 6:30 PM 

Piloxing 

Paige 

6:35 – 7:35 PM 

Yogalates 

Linda S. 

Group exercise classes, except TRX, are 

included in full-fitness memberships. Fee for 

non-fitness members is $10/drop-in. 

**The Seniors Class on Mondays at 11 am 

is free to all seniors. The Seniors Class on 

Wednesdays and Fridays at 11 a.m. carry a fee 

for non-fitness members and non-members. 

Questions? Please call or stop by the Fitness 

Center desk. 

***TRX fee: $15 for fitness members, 

$25 for non-members. 

Schedule is subject to change. Classes 

may be cancelled if minimum enrollment 

levels are not met. 

The JCC Neulander 

Family 


at the JCC of Syracuse 

For more information, contact the Fitness Center desk at 315-234-4522. 


MIND 

AND 

BODY 

ALL 

FITNESS 

LEVELS 

Neulander 

Group 

Exercise Classes 

Barre 

A combination of ballet techniques 

with Pilates movements and 

principles offers an energizing 

workout that strengthens, stretches 

and tones the body. 

NIA (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) 

NIA is a blend of concepts, cultures, theories and 

movement from the east and west. It is a barefoot 

technique offering a fusion of movement styles. 

Experience the expressiveness of dance, the power of 

martial arts and the wisdom of the healing arts. 

Pilates 

Based on the principles of Joseph Pilates, this class’ 

multiple levels of participation uses bands, magic 

circles, stability balls and BOSUs. Mostly done on a 

mat, but some standing work is incorporated as well. 

Restorative Yoga 

Hatha Yoga based exercises include gentle stretching, 

breathing techniques and balance postures. The 

Balance & Bone Density 

This integrated balance training 

and bone density building class is 

designed to address fall reduction 

and prevention as well as build 

bone density and postural stability 

through a variety of exercises and 

weight-bearing routines. The class’ weight portion may 

be done seated or standing. If you’re healthy although 

somewhat deconditioned and just want to feel better 

about your exercise regimen, then this class may be 

right for you. Please bring water, a towel and wear 

exercise shoes and clothing. 

Cardio Conditioning 

This high-energy class offers all the benefits of 

a muscle sculpting class combined with different 

cardio techniques such as steps, BOSU ball and 

glides. Format will differ from class to class to offer 

the best fat- and calorie-burning workout in town. 

Cardio Kick 

A combination of aerobics, boxing and martial arts, 

this is one of the most popular fitness trends to hit 

gyms in recent years. This intense total-body workout 

can improve strength, aerobic fitness, flexibility, 

coordination and balance. 

Group Cycle 

Designed by an Olympic mountain-biking coach, 

the Keiser M3 Plus bike brings the mountain-biking 

experience indoors to safely deliver a full-body workout. 

Unlike other cycling classes which just work the legs, 

this cutting-edge cycling class works the whole body. 

H.I.T (High Intensity Training) 

Forty-five minutes of high intensity training exercises 

with weights, bands and cardio intervals thrown in to 

help get your heart rate up in that cardio zone. All while 

sculpting and toning your muscles! 


• All classes are free for fitness members 

(except TRX suspension training). 

• $10 per class for non-fitness members. 

class focuses on strengthening of body and posture 

alignment. The many benefits include relaxation and an 

improved sense of well being. Come enjoy. 

Tai Chi for Arthritis 

Tai Chi is an ancient practice proven to improve 

mental and physical well being. Tai Chi for Arthritis 

uses gentle Sun-style Tai Chi movements to help 

reduce stress, improve breathing and develop balance, 

mobility and body awareness. All ability levels are 

welcome and you don’t need to be diagnosed with 

arthritis to participate. 

Yoga 

A hybrid style drawing from Vinyasa, Lyengar and 

Viniyoga that brings physical benefits by integrating 

body and mind performance. Bring a towel, water and 

we recommend that you bring your own Yoga mat. 

Yogalates 

This class is a fusion of Yoga and Pilates. See each 

description above for further details. 

Hooping 

Have fun while having a flashback to when you were a 

kid! Enjoy a variety of hooping techniques to exercise 

your arms, legs, abdomen and glutes. Hooping 

improves flexibility, balance, motor skills, hand-eye 

coordination and endurance. Plus, you’ll feel happy! 


Instructors use barbells, free weights, bands and balls 

to create the ultimate total body shaping class. 

PILOXING ® 

This fun and challenging class blends the power, speed 

and agility of boxing with the beautiful sculpting and 

flexibility of Pilates. The resulting unique mix of moves 

provides a fat-torching, muscle-sculpting, core-centric 

interval workout guaranteed to whip you into shape! 

Using weighted gloves adds to the workout by toning 

the arms and maximizing cardiovascular health. 

Step & Sculpt 

A dynamic blend of step and cardiovascular activities 

along with intervals of strength movements help 

increase muscle tone and the body’s metabolism. An 

overall power packed workout! 

TRX Suspension Training 

Fee: $15 for fitness members, $25 non-members 

TRX (Total Body Resistance Exercise) utilizes a band 

(two-handled nylon strap) to harness the power of 

gravity and movement for body weight exercises. The 

result is a mix of support and mobility to train strength, 

endurance, flexibility, coordination, balance, power and 

core stability across a wide range of resistance. 

Zumba 

A fusion of Latin and international music provides the 

backdrop for a blood pumping, effective cardiovascular 

workout for all ages. A variety of fast and slow rhythms 

help tone and sculpt the body while you learn easyto-follow 

dance steps. Zumba Gold is the low-impact 

version for all levels. 


• $15 per TRX class for fitness 

members; 

$25 per TRX class for non-members. 

BASIC 

Chair Class 

Exercises designed for a chair for those individuals who 

have difficulty getting down to the floor for mat work. Also 

some standing work for balance training. 

Exercise Chair 

Working on a push-pull pulley system, the exercise chair 

offers a total body workout while sitting. It is easy to use 

and helps increase flexibility, balance, endurance and 

strength. The chair can accommodate those with very 

limited mobility to those who can get around and are 

looking to tone and increase their upper body. 

Family Gym 

Ages: 3 and up 

Day: Sundays (through Dec. 13, starts again 1/24/16) 

Fee: Free for fitness members 

Non-members – $5 per child, $10/family max. 

Enjoy a variety of structured and unstructured play with 

our obstacle courses, floor mats and inflatable tumbling 

run. Other activities include “kidnastics,” stretching, minisoccer, 

mini-basketball and “circle” activities. Parents 

should be prepared to participate with their children. 

SENIORS CLASS 

Senior Strength & Balance 

Day: Mondays 

Fee: Free – open to all seniors in the community 

Day: Wednesdays, Fridays 


$5 non-fitness members, $10 non-members 

This class is designed to get senior adults moving. Set 

to big band and oldies music, participants will dance 

and execute chair exercises that are less strenuous on 

the body. It provides a low impact workout that will help 

improve participant’s strength and balance. 

TAP DANCE 

Spring adult tap dance classes start March 1. Ages 12 

and older are welcome and no prior dance experience 

needed. The cost is $5 per evening; RSVP not required. 

Please arrive early to sign in. A limited number of tap 

shoes will be available to borrow at no cost each night. 

Following are the class times and dates. 

6:30 pm Remedial (Sneaking Ahead), 7:00 pm Beginner 

Tap, 8:00 pm Intermediate Tap, 9:00 pm Advanced Tap 

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; April 5, 12 19; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24 

TEEN CLASSES 

For more information and to register, call us at 

315-234-4522. 

For the latest class schedule 

updates visit www.jccsyr.org. 

JCC membership is not required to 

take group exercise classes. 

For more information, call the 

Fitness desk at 315-234-4522. 



Post-rehab fitness 

at the JCC 

Picking up where your physical therapist left off 

Still looking to make gains in your recovery 

or maintain function after completing your 

rehab program? 

Post-rehab at the JCC 

may be able to help. 

We have experience 

working with clients 

after discharge from 

physical therapy and chiropractic care. We 

will consult with your physical therapist or 

While we do not provide medical treatment, 

our post-rehab fitness program does offer 

the following services: 

• Fitness Assessments 

• Strength Training 

• Flexibility Training 

• Cardiovascular Training 

• Functional Conditioning 

physician to develop and implement a fitness 

program tailored specifically for you. 

Here at the JCC, our post-rehab services 

have assisted many clients with improving 

their level of function, strength, flexibility 

and endurance, as well as weight loss. For a 

free, no-obligation post-rehab consultation, 

contact Joe Yager today at 315-234-4522, 

ext. 144, or jyager@jccsyr.org. 

Neulander Family Sports & Fitness Center at the JCC of Syracuse 

315.234.4522 • www.jccsyr.org • 5655 Thompson Rd. DeWitt, NY 13214 

Physical Therapy available at the JCC 

Alexander Talev 

PT, DPT, Cert. MDT, CSCS 

• Neck/back pain, orthopedic & 

neurological rehab., balance & fall 

prevention/rehab. 

• One-on-one individualized care. 

• Additional programs: Maintenance 

Therapy, Postural Restoration, 

Weekend Warrior Recovery Program. 

MASSAGE at the JCC 

• NEW! Custom fit, 3-D printed, state of 

the art foot orthotics provide ultimate 

fit, comfort, alignment correction, and 

pain relief—no referral needed. 

• Insurance and self-pay options 

available. 

• Free consultations. 

Home Stretch Physical Therapy 

315.569.9308 • homestretchpt@gmail.com • 5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt 

We offer a unique blend of 

massage modalities to fit every 

client’s needs. 

For more information and to book 

an appointment, call the fitness 

desk at 315-234-4522. 

Family Gym 

at the JCC Sports & Fitness Center 

Fun for the whole family! 

• Inflatable gymnastics 

tumbling run 

• Obstacle courses 

• Floor mats 

• Mini-soccer 

• Mini-basketball 

• Kidnastics 

• ...and more! 

We offer lots of structured and 

unstructured play options. Please 

be prepared to participate with 

our child. Come and have a blast! 

Ages: 3 and up 

Day: Sundays 11:30 am–12:30 pm 

(through Dec. 13, starts again 1/24/16) 


Non-members – $5 per child, 

$10 per family maximum 


Tributes 


The following tributes were received from August 10, 2015, to October 30, 2015. 

TO FROM TO FROM 

Sandy Harris 

BOBBI EPSTEIN LEWIS 

SENIOR ADULT DINING PROGRAM FUND 

In memory of Dr. Hadley Falk 

Helen Marcum 


Madison Irving Medical Center 

In memory of Dr. Hadley Falk. He was a very 

professional and caring local Plastic Surgeon, 

who was loved by his patients and respected 

by his co-workers. 

Dr. Patricia Randall, Dr. Stanley Meltzer 


Wayne and Jill Palmeter 


Ilene and Herbert Mendel 


Carrie Berse 

Jan & Neil Bronstein 

In memory of Bea 

Marla & Steven Shore 

The Bronstein Family 

In memory of Bea Carroll, beloved Aunt. 

Shelly & Karen Kruth 

Burstein Family 

In memory of Alan Burstein 

Stanley Meltzer 

The Family of Bea Carroll It doesn’t seem possible Bea won’t be at our 

family dinners. She was a wonderful speaker 

for the center group. 

Judy Franklin 

In memory of Bea Carroll 

Mary Jane Huffman 


Cindy Goldstein 


Sandy & Chuck Harris 

Brian Carroll 


Michael Colabufo 

Phyllis Charney 

In honor of Phyllis Charney’s special birthday 

Sue & Mark Field 

Sandra & Steve Goldberg In honor of the marriage of 

Rebecca and Max Cantor 

Maria & Steve Share 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Sandy Harris 

Nancy Kasow 

Nancy Kasow 

Nancy Kasow 

Nancy Kasow 

In memory of your mother. 

Helen & Barry Lewis 

In memory of your mother, Bea 

Marilyn Novins 

In memory of your mother, Bea 

Pat Klein 

In memory of your mother Bea Carroll 

Jay Morgenstern 


Sharon Morgenstern 


Steven Morgenstern 


Shirley Morgenstern 


Henry Morgenstern 


Donald & Nancy Holstein 


Carolyn & Mark Cramer 

In memory of Bea Carroll: To a dear friend 

to my sister Sylvia Burdick and a wonderful 

neighbor in my younger years. We all loved her. 

Shush Martin 

In memory of Beatrice Carroll 

Fay & Jack Slotnick 

Condolences. Thinking of you. 

Joan Grossman 


Carole Pollner & Jay Warshawsky 

In memory of Lillian Quinn 

David and Kimberly Wichlan 

In memory of your beloved mother, Lillian 

Diane Hart 


Imogene & Dewey Schryver 

In loving memory of your mother Lillian 

Cindy Stein 

> Continued on page 34 

$15/class for fitness members 

$25/class for non-members 



Tributes 

August 10, 2015, to October 30, 2015 (cont.) 

TO FROM TO FROM 

BOBBI EPSTEIN LEWIS 

SENIOR ADULT DINING PROGRAM FUND (cont.) 

Nancy Kasow 


Martin Levine 

Nancy Kasow 

My deepest sympathy on the 

loss of your mother 

Shirley Small 

Nancy & Lloyd Kasow 

In loving memory of your mother, Lillian 

Marci & Mark Erlebacher 

Nancy & Lloyd Kasow 

In memory of Mrs. Lillian Quinn 

Glenn Kasow 

Lynn LaCourse 


Carol L. LaCourse 

Howard & Ellen Weinstein In loving memory of your father 

Marci & Mark Erlebacher 

GENERAL OPERATING FUND 

Eleanore Garfinkel 

Mazel Tov on the birth of your 

great grandson, Benjamin 

Jan and Neil Bronstein 

Lisa and Richard Garfinkel Mazel Tov on the birth of your 

grandson Benjamin 

Jan and Neil Bronstein 

Dr. Arnold Maloff 

In memory of your mother Libby. 

Rocco Iocco, DMD 

IDA RUBIN SENIOR ADULT NUTRITION ENDOWMENT FUND 

Lloyd & Nancy Kasow 

In memory of your beloved mother 

Alan & Myrna Koldin 

JEFFREY SUSSMAN ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND 

Neil Bronstein 

In honor of Neil Bronstein’s speedy recovery 

Sue & Mark Field 

Neil Bronstein 

We’re so happy you are doing so well after 

surgery. We wish you continued good health 

with lots of love and laughter. 

Mel & Sarah Charney 

Mr. David Francey & Family Condolences on your loss 

Larry & Margie Loeb 

Mr. Robert Lavine & Family In memory of Martha Lavine 


The Maskow Family 

Condolences on the loss of your mother 

Margi & Larry Loeb 

Mr. Michael Moss 

Congratulations on your dedication to the 

Jewish Community 


The Stein Family 

Condolences on your loss 


George & Roberta Wladis Honoring the Wladis Family for their dedication 

to the Jewish Community 


Mr. Warren Wolfson 

In memory of your mother, Roz Gingold 

Jackie & Neil Kassel 

Mr. Warren Wolfson & Family Condolences on the loss of your mother 


JEROME AND PHYLLIS CHARNEY 

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 

Debbie Goldwein 

In honor of your first grandchild 

JCC Board of Directors 

Debbie Goldwein & David Rudd Congratulations on the birth of your grandchild 

Roberta & George Wladis 

Alan & Susan Lipsy 

In honor of your daughter’s marriage 

JCC Board of Directors 

SYDELLE ROTHMAN ECDP SCHOLARSHIP FUND 

Burstein Family 

In memory of Alan Burstein 

Brenda & Gil Hoffman 

Mr. & Mrs. Steven Goldberg In honor of your daughter’s marriage 


Mr. & Mrs. Steve Grossman In memory of your grandson 


Dr. Jeffrey Maloff & Family In memory of your mom 


Mrs. Joanne Maloff & Family In memory of your father 


Mrs. Ellen Stein & Family In memory of Phil 


Mr. Warren Wolfson 

In memory of your mom, Roz 

Brenda & Gilbert Hoffman 

Celebrate, honor and remember 

To commemorate special occasions —births, birthdays, 

graduations, anniversaries, weddings, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, or 

to perpetuate the memory of a loved one—the JCC welcomes 

tax-deductible gifts to one of our many endowments and 

special funds. The JCC will send an acknowledgement 

card to the individual (or next of kin) in whose name the 

contribution was made. Some of our funds are listed below. 

For further information, please contact Mariette DeWolf at 

315-445-2040, ext. 112. 

Ava & Irving Raphael Maccabi Endowment Fund 

Ben Meltzer Endowment Fund 

Bert & Laura Erlebacher Cultural & Education Fund 

General Operating Fund 

Ida Rubin Senior Adult Nutrition Endowment Fund 

Jeffrey Sussman Athletic Scholarship Fund 

Leadership Development Fund 

Morris & Dorothy Cohen Endowment Fund 

Sydelle Rothman ECDP Scholarship Fund 



BANDS WANTED 

14 th Annual 

Battle 

of the 

Bands 

Sign up 

your band today! 

• $40 registration fee 

• Deadline: 1/4/16 

• Band members must be in 

high school 

Questions? 

Contact Erin Hart at 

315-445-2040, ext. 133, 

or ehart@jccsyr.org. 

$200 cash 

prize... 

Winning band receives... 

Plus 

8-hours recording time 

at More Sound studio 

Battle of the Bands concert: 

January 16, 2016 • 7 pm 

Tickets: $9 at the door 


5655 

@ 

Thompson Rd., DeWitt 

www.jccsyr.org 

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Give the gift of 

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fitness for the 

holidays! 

Gift Certificates available for: 

• Personal Training 

• Massage 

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• Sports Nutrition Counseling 

• Group Exercise Classes 

Stop by or call the JCC 

Fitness desk at 315-234-4522. 

Make your child’s birthday memorable with one 

of our awesome theme parties! 

• Arts and Crafts 

• Best in Entertainment 

• Fun and Games 

• Gaga Pit Party 

• Glitter and Glam 

• Inflatable Fun 

BIRTHDAY 

PARTIES 

AT THE 

JCC 

For preschoolers, shool-age kids and teens! 

• Little Scientists 

• Pirate Party 

• Sports and Fitness 

• Teen Parties 

• Yoga and Fitness 

Start planning your party today! Contact Erin Hart 

at 315-445-2040, ext. 133, or ehart@jccsyr.org.



NONPROFIT ORG. 

U.S. POSTAGE 

PAID 

SYRACUSE, NY 

PERMIT NO. 2392 

Sam Pomeranz 

Jewish Community Center 

153 rd Annual Meeting & Gala 

 

Sunday 

June 5, 2016

2015-16 Winter Program Guide

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