Lunch and Learn: Step ParentingThursday, February 2, 11 a.m. – 12:15 pmJCC, Board Room$10/JCC Members; $12/Guest

Unpacking the mysteries of a blended family often adds stress to new families.Please join Pat Skinner, licensed psychotherapist and specialist in divorce,com-munication and anger management, for a conversation on developing betterunderstanding of family dynamics, enhancing communication, and support-ing your partner and children. For more information about Pat Skinner,pleasevisit www.stepparenting.com. Please bring a brown bag lunch.

Tu B'Shevat: Plant, Explore and Learn!Sunday, February 59:30-11:30 a.m., JCC$9 per person, ages 2 and up; $36 max per family/JCC members$11 per person, ages 2 and up; $44 max per family/Guests

Come join us for the birthday of the trees! Celebrate with Hazon, DenverBotanicGarden,Sticky Fingers Cooking,the JCCEarly ChildhoodCenter andother earth-friendly organizations as we learn about and experiment withthings innature—composting,planting,tastingandmore.Childrenwill learnabout the‘big ideas’of the holiday,while participating in hands on activities.

ABC’s of Financial PlanningThursday, February 96:30 — 9 p.m., JCC$45/session/JCC Members (includes partners); $52/session/Guests

Diapers, bottles and gear—oh my! Becoming a parent is one of the most re-warding experiences you will have, yet also themost one of themost expensive.It can be overwhelming to understand the changes required to your saving andspending patterns to plan for the everyday costs of having a child, planning forpreschool/grade school and for many parents, saving for college. It’s also criti-cal to plan for how your children will be taken care of in the event of a loss of a

familymember. Seth Davis is a Certified Financial PlannerTM and Private ClientAdvisor with RMB Capital Management, LLC, who spends much of his timeworking with younger families. He will provide a solid overview on the finan-

cial topics you need to know about and answer any questions you may have.

Dads Night Out: Let’s Go Bowling!Thursday, February 97–9 p.m.Lucky Strike Lanes (500 16th Street Suite 340 Denver, CO 80202)Cost: $25/person

DadsNightOut is finally here!Kick back at Lucky Strike Laneswith the guys.Enjoytwo hours of bowling, shoe rentals, soft drinks, appetizers and great company.

Sibling Rivalry: How to Increase Shalom in the HomeFor Parents of Children Pre-school—School-AgeWednesday, February 15, 6:30—8 p.m.JCC, Reading Jungle (room 205)$10/JCC Member; $12/Guest

Sibling rivalry has been aroundsince the days of Cain and Abeland yet parents still struggle withhow to handle conflict when itcomes to their children. If you arewondering how to decrease the tat-tle-telling, bickering and all outwrestling matches between yourchildren this class is for you. Amy Topelson, Child and Family Therapist andmother of two will provide an interactive class on this topic giving you severalnew strategies to try at home!

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All classes and events require advance registration. Please contact Jill Katchen (303) 316-6336jkatchen@jccdenver.org or register online at www.jccdenver.org

Day at the J (Presidents Day)Enjoy a Taste of Family Programs- Ages newborn – 4Monday, February 20, 2012JCC$10/family—choose 1 class from each session. Allof these programs require parent/caregiverengagement with the children.

Session 1: 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.• Mixed-Age Music (newborn – 4 years)• Kinder Kixx Tot Soccer, Gym or Social Hall (18 mo – 4 years)• Sticky Fingers Cooking (2 – 4 years)

Session 2: 10:35 – 11:20 p.m.• Mixed-age Music (newborn – 4 years)• Sticky Fingers Cooking (2 – 4 years)• Kinder Kixx Tot Soccer (18 months – 4 years)Snacks and Social Time: 11:30 a.m.– Noon, Lobby

Visit website for programs for older children on Presidents Day!

WorkingMomsNetwork (WoMeN): Chocolate and ChampagneWednesday, Feb. 22, 7 – 9 p.m.The Forum Hair Studio (425 S. Cherry St., Glendale 80246)$25/JCC Member; $30/JCC Guests or day of registrants

Chocolate and Champagne makeover night! Take a little time for YOU in themiddle of your winter doldrums.Each personwill choose two services from thefollowing:blowouts, mini mani, mini pedi, and more. Sopamper yourself, bring your friends, and join usfor a fun night!

Passport to PurimSunday, Feb. 26, 3-5 p.m.$9/person, ages 2 and up; $36 max/family/JCC$11/person, ages 2 and up; $44 max/family/Guest

Miriam,Vashti,Ahasuerus and friends will be at the JCC to celebrate Purimwithyoung children and their families…Come in costume.

With questions or to register for all of these programs please go to www.jccdenver.org under “families”or contact Jill Katchen, (303) 316-6336 or jkatchen@jccdenver.org.

SAVE THE DATEFor

Celebrate Family!MAY 20, 2012

10:30 a.m. — 2:30 p.m.Bike Swap • Train Rides • Bounce Castle • Petting Zoo

Helicopter • Rock Climbing Wall • Kid’s Products for SaleFree Snacks • Face Painting • Prizes • Lunch for Purchase

Vendor and exhibition tables are available.Contact Dani Wynn for details at celebratefamily@jccdenver.org.

www.jccdenver.orgSponsored by:

A Free Community-wide Festival for Families with Children Newborn—Age 8

At the Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center350 South Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80246

JCC Sports & Fitness 3-Day PassThis pass authorizes you and your family to experiencethe JCC Fitness Center

Expires Dec. 31, 2012

Onepassper family.Mustbe18years

or older.First time guests only.Local

residents only. Photo ID required.

Certain conditions and restrictions

apply. Pass must be activated at the

JCCmembership office.

JCC Sports & Fitness Center • 350 S. Dahlia St., Denver, CO 80504www.jccdenver.org • 303-316-6308