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As I quickly get acclimated to JCC life, I find comfort in seeing themyriad of faces walking through our doors every day. From ourpreschoolers and their parents, campers, teens, young adults andfamilies, active adults and our frail elderly, the JCC is a place whereeveryone feels comfortable and can find an aspect of Jewish lifewhich interests and engages them.

With a growing community comes new challenges. We must remainrelevant to the next generation by continuing to offer programs andservices that attract and inspire Jewish journeys. We must also be

convenient and accessible tothe greater community. Theseare not only challenges fortoday, but for our collectiveJewish future in the greaterPalm Beaches.

These challenges will createexciting opportunities for ourcommunity. We are fortunateto assemble a new Board ofDirectors that comprise someof the top leadership in thearea. They have the criticalresponsibility of determiningand driving the future direc-tion of the JCC to ensure ourcontinued growth. We alsohave a new President, StaceyLevy, who has agreed toreturn to the same position

she held a number of years ago. There is no one better to effective-ly lead the JCC along this inspired journey and I am honored to havethe opportunity of closely working with her in this capacity. I alsowant to thank Immediate Past President, Shelly Friedman, for herleadership and dedication the past two years. Shelly made difficultyet important decisions to ensure the JCC’s vitality and will serve asan officer on our Board this coming year.

Please visit our branches in West Palm Beach and Boynton Beachthis summer. You will see hundreds of campers in their bright col-ored Camp Shalom t-shirts, adults working out in our fitness cen-ters, and a number of other programs being offered. Our Wellingtonlocation also continues to reach more people every month throughan expansion of services.

Thank you for your continued support.

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Michelle G. WaschJCC Executive Director

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Membership Cards & SecurityEvery member, age 16 and over, will be issued a photo IDmembership card as well as a security access key/cardupon payment of dues. Your membership card is requiredfor entry into the JCC facilities. Check with your individualbranch security coordinator for information about yoursecurity key/card access. Replacement membership cardsare $10 each; replacement security key/cards are $25each. All guests will be asked to present picture identifica-tion. Please respect this policy, for the safety of everyone.

Refer-A-FriendDid you know that if you refer friends, relatives or acquain-tances and they become JCC members, you receive a dis-count on your next membership renewal? For each personyou refer, you receive one month of your membershipfree! Take advantage of this opportunity–talk to a member-ship associate today!

Two FREE Guest PassesThat’s right, simply renew your current membership ontime and we will give you two FREE guest passes! Contactthe membership departments in either the West Palm orBoynton Beach branch for more information.

Facility RentalsPlan your next corporate/business event or training semi-nar, holiday party, banquet, special celebration and muchmore here at the JCC. Our facility includes a professionaltheater and stage, classrooms, ropes course workshop,baseball and soccer fields, Jr. Olympic size swimming pool,tennis courts and much more! For more information,please call 561-712-5256 in West Palm Beach or 561-740-9000 in Boynton Beach.

Phone NumbersAlpert Jewish Family & Children’s Service / 561-684-1991Arthur I. Meyer Jewish Academy / 561-686-6520Community Connections / 561-471-1176Friedman Commission for Jewish Education / 561-640-0700Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County / 561-478-0700Levis JCC, Boca Raton / 561-852-3200MorseLife / 561-471-5111

The JCC Insider is published 6 times a year by the Jewish CommunityCenter of the Greater Palm Beaches.

BBHugo & Diana BurszteinJeffrey & Catherine SolomonLaurence & Linda Greenberg

& FamilyAdam & Kelly Zimmer & FamilyRichard & Katia Bedrin & FamilyMichael & Jennie Blum & FamilyDanny & Renee Cohen & FamilyDaniel & Lyn DeFelice, Jr.

& FamilyJohn & Dara Durrance & FamilyCharles & Julia Egan & FamilyJay & Jennifer Estis & FamilyStuart & Jodi Fainer & FamilyDennis & Stacy Farber & FamilySean & Shannon Scheller

& FamilySteve & Erin Goldin & FamilyMichael & Marie Grennan

& FamilyGlenn & Debbie Kanarick

& FamilyJohn & Renee Kelleher & FamilyDarren & Abby Levy & FamilyDaniel & Tiffany Lipsit & FamilyJohn & Kristin Lytle & FamilyRusty & Stacey McCrary

& FamilyGregg & Ayala Nezowitz

& FamilyAnthony & Ana Nicolosi

& FamilyPaul & Lisa Possanza & FamilyFritz & Marie Raymonvie

& FamilyJason & Nicole Redford

& FamilyGeorge & Stacey Santoli

& FamilyKristopher & Melissa Sentz

& FamilyAndy & Shari Shane & FamilyAlan & Sarah Shullman & FamilyLeif & Julie Siklossy & FamilyKenneth & Lindsay Stafford

& FamilyShawn & Kathleen Stafford

& FamilyGerald & Linda Teallow & FamilyJoseph & Saskia Tricomi

& FamilyStephen & Tina Tucciarone

& FamilyJason & Tara Vanner & FamilySteven & Rita Welsh & FamilyJeff & Mindy Wooster & FamilyKate BaltauBrett ConviserMaritza D’AmelioChristine DupellPamela EpsteinPaula MenigozIrene NormanHarriet GittlemanMaurice & Sandra HendelmanHoward & Dorie BarnettBarry & Letty BassHerb & Marlene MagnessMurray Romantz & Edna OceanMax & Ruth TendrichIrwin & Bobbie BensonDavid Goshin & Carol CohenMurray & Susan EllisonRichard & Diane GlaskiSam & Deborah GreenGerald & Doris LakinLloyd & Maria PotterGeorge & Marlene RothsteinMarvin & Eva SattlerAllen & Roslyn SchwartzSal & Mariette Van GelderDonald & Beverly ZuckerBernard & Arline Rutsky

& FamilyTed & Mimi Schwartzman

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Judith ErlickFrank EliasHerbert GrosswirthSheila GrunerMildred HechtGerald JagendorfJoseph KronmanBernice LandauJerry LydellFrank PhillipsIrving RubellEric WeinbergIrving WeinsteinSandra ZaretskyBernard BashkoffArthur BowenJulius BrodskyPaul DemblingAllen DiamondErnest EngelGerald FarkasMarvin FrankAl GarsonEsther GlickmanJack GlobermanShirley GreenblattSteven LeibowitzHal LevinMike MichaelsonMurray RothbaumMarilyn RozmanDonald StarkmanAlan Berk & FamilyJoan Belenson & FamilyMelanie Brill & FamilyPaul Fogel & FamilyDanielle Frech & FamilyJill Kromholz & FamilySheryl Lenk & FamilyOsnat Mendelson & FamilyIsiah Monds & FamilyEvelyn Mooney & FamilyAngela Salvatore & FamilyLynn van Hollander & FamilyShari Winkelman & FamilyHarrison CohenAlex DewaltMichael Di MauroAaron WaasLuis Wilson

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& FamilyUna AnkleMarjorie BaderAmico BaldassaroCarrol BedwardBetty BeigelCristina BelloRobyn & Gael Beriro & FamilyStefania Bettonte & FamilyIngrid Black & FamilyTelicemai & James Bonaby

& FamilyAinslie Brown & FamilyRebecca & Lee Seelig & FamilyAllison Burney & FamilyCatherine & Roberto Cabanzon

& FamilyChristina & Enrique Casanova

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& FamilyMelissa & David Engelsberg Jared GoldsteinCristina Fiallo & FamilyBonnie FinleyVersie FitzgeraldMinnie GarvinBetty GawFlorence GermaineLisa & Ryan Gleicher

Ward GreenPamela & Mark Greenberg

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& FamilyVirginia & Michael Hunter

& FamilyIrine Ilnisky Svetlana & Dmitri Istomin

& FamilyJessica JacobsClerveus Jean-Pierre & FamilyRobert JettonLizzie JohnsonTonia & Eddie Jones & FamilyEric Judge & FamilyAhmad TahirJill & Michael Kalter & FamilyAnai KapelusznikMarlos KapelusznikLeonard & Joan KatzMary Walsh & Erik Kimball

& FamilyDenise KirchmannBrenda KramerKaren & Prescott Lester

& FamilyJoshua LevineBari & Randy Levitt & FamilyJulie & Joseph Littky & FamilyStella London & FamilyMarie & Joe Marzi & FamilyTonia & Jeffrey Mayer & FamilyJulie & Richard Mendel & FamilySamara & Avishai Mendelson

& FamilyCharlotte MiddletonLinda & Thomas J. Miller

& FamilySylvia MillerYaima & Jason MorganMary MorrisRonnie & Gary Muehlgay

& FamilyJohn MurphySonia NaasEarline OteroKary & Jason OverbayStacy Mandel & Keith Palagye

& FamilyMazie PalmerJenny PinoMyrtle RainfordRasa & Robert Regan & FamilyGwen ReinarzGreg Reis & FamilyMyra ReyesErica & Christopher Rolf

& FamilyMarcy RosenbaumJuliana Tamayo DeRoslin

& Joshua Roslin & FamilyBrian RukinSandi SanfordStacey & Lee Sarin & FamilyLinda & martin Schaffer

& FamilyWarren Schuler Steven ScroggsLucille SheetsElena ShilovaJennifer & Paul Simonson

& FamilyNori Shalka & FamilyKaren Skipper Cannon & FamilyFred SpiegelMarcie & Herman SteinbergIda SternMarcia TaylorMegan TomeiAlma Waldron-Asuncion

& FamilyGeorge WalksFlorine WhiteMargaret WoodsJennifer & Marek Wysocki

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BRANCH INFORMATION

KAPLAN BRANCH/WEST PALM BEACH3151 North Military Trail West Palm Beach, FL 33409PH 561-689-7700 FAX 561-478-3060

HOURS OF OPERATIONRecreation & Wellness Center 561-689-5747 Monday-Thursday 5:30 am-10:00 pm; Friday 5:30 am-6:00 pm;Saturday 1:00 pm-5:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am-6:00 pmPlease call for pool hours.

Membership Office 561-712-5217 Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-6:30 pm; Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm;Sunday 10:00 am-3:00 pm

Administrative OfficesMonday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Preschool Office 561-640-5603 Camp/Children’s Office 561-712-5254

HOCHMAN BRANCH/BOYNTON BEACH8500 Jog Road Boynton Beach, FL 33472PH 561-740-9000 FAX 561-740-3681

HOURS OF OPERATIONRecreation & Wellness Center Monday-Thursday 6:30 am-10:00 pm; Friday 6:30 am-6:00 pm;Saturday 1:00 pm-5:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am-6:00 pmPlease call for pool hours.

Membership Office 561-740-9000Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-7:30 pm; Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm;Sunday 9:30 am-3:30 pm

Administrative OfficesMonday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Box Office 561-740-9000 x202 Preschool 561-732-7620 Camp/Children’s Office 561-740-9000 x205

WELLINGTON BRANCH/WELLINGTON13889 Wellington Trace Suite A-15 Wellington, FL 33414PH 561-253-6030 FAX 561-253-6035 Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm

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DEPARTMENTS

8 Preschool

10 Children/Teens

12 Parenting/Families

16 Adults/Seniors

20 Fitness Center/Spa

24 Synagogue Directory

FEATURES6 500th Shalom Baby FamilyThe story of how Anna Plotkin and Zach Stewartmet, married, and recently became the 500th fami-ly to join the Shalom Baby program.

22 JCC Women’s Tennis TeamJCC Women’s Tennis Team celebrates first placefinish in Palm Beach County Women’s TennisAssociation in undefeated fashion!

26 JCCA Biennial in MiamiJCC of the Greater Palm Beaches wins six awards atJCCA’s (Jewish Community Centers Association ofNorth America) 2008 Biennial, held in Miami in May.

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500th family registers forJCC’s Shalom Baby program s

This is how Anna Plotkin and Zach Stewart met, married, andrecently became the 500th area family to join the JCCParenting Center’s Shalom Baby program: in June of 2005,Anna Plotkin walked into Don Carter’s All Star Lanes in LakeWorth to attend a singles bowling nightsponsored by the JCC of the Greater PalmBeaches. Plotkin spotted Zach Stewartwalking towards the singles group toting abowling bag. “I want this guy on my team,”Plotkin thought.

“I like this girl, she knows what shewants,” Stewart thought. The two talkedthe entire evening. “I thought there wassomething special about this guy,” saysPlotkin, who is 33 and is manager of theDrowning Prevention Coalition of PalmBeach County. She was disappointedwhen Stewart, an English teacher at PalmBeach Lakes High School, didn’t ask forher number at the end of the evening. Thenext day, in a move she describes as“Completely out of character; I had neverpursued someone before,” she called JCCHochman Branch Family & Young AdultDirector Andrea Peleg, who had organizedthe event, and asked for Stewart’s email.

“I wrote Zach and said something along the lines of,‘Remember me? I met you at the JCC singles event the othernight. Would you like to go out sometime?’” He responded“Yes.” The two went out a week later, and have been togetherever since. They married on March 11, 2007. Their first child isdue in October.

When the Stewarts found out they were pregnant, Anna regis-tered with the JCC Parenting Center’s Shalom Baby program—and discovered she was a winner of a contest she didn’t knowexisted: The Stewarts were the 500th family to sign up forShalom Baby, entitling them to $100 off the cost of the JCCEarly Childhood Learning Center enrollment, or discounts onother JCC programs for five years. The decision to start aParenting Center, which opened in July of 2006, evolved fromwhat Bonnie Rayman, the J’s Chief Operations Officer,describes as an ‘A-ha!’ moment.

“We were in the process of prioritizing goals for the JCC andwe realized we needed more programs for young families aswe want the J to be a gateway to Judaism for Jewish Families,”Rayman explains. “We already had pre-schools, but after pre-school, involvement ends for many families. We realized wewere doing a lot for kids, but not their parents. The idea toengage parents was an ‘A-ha!’ moment for me.”

The Parenting Center’s mission is to serve as the gateway forJewish parents to the Jewish community. It’s both a resourceand an oasis for parents of children of all ages. The time duringchildren’s formative years are when families are most vulnera-ble and need support and resources. The goal of the J is to fill

that need, and engage and enrich Jewishlives in the process.

Included in the Parenting Center are theShalom Baby and Shalom Belly programs.Shalom Baby (which actually led to thebirth of the Parenting Center), supportsJewish families by providing a peer groupand a sense of community, with dynamic,knowledgeable experts providing cuttingedge information and programming.Shalom Baby works closely with area syn-agogues.

Shalom Belly, begun in October of 2006,caters to the special interests of our ‘stillpregnant’ Shalom Baby families andenables registration and participation inJCC events before the birth of a newbaby. The Parenting Center welcomesthis group of expectant parents withworkshops including such topics as “Whatdoes a Hebrew name mean?,” “Brit Mila,”and “Our first Shabbat as a family.”

Shalom Belly also offers all manner of childbirth educationclasses, including pre-natal massage.

“We’ve created an environment where parents can cometogether and discuss issues in a supportive setting,” saysParenting Center Coordinator Melissa Engelberg. “We wantparents to learn, connect with other parents, develop bondsand become part of a community.”

And, of course, that includes Anna Plotkin and Zach Stewartand their first child, the 500th Shalom Baby family.

For more information about the JCC Parenting Center andShalom Baby or Shalom Belly programs, contact MelissaEngelberg at 561-736-4757 or melissae@jcconline.com.For our Wellington Branch, please contact SharonLowenstein at 561-253-6030 or sharonl@jcconline.com.

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Romance is not dead.

Anna Plotkin and Zach Stewartrecently became the 500th area family tojoin the JCC Parenting Center’s ‘ShalomBaby’ program and are expecting theirfirst child in October.

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8 preschool BB Hochman Branch/Boynton Beach 561-740-9000 WPB Kaplan Branch/West Palm Beach 561-689-7700 WEL Wellington Branch 561-253-6030

Early Childhood Learning Center BB WPBWelcome to a world of wonder and excitement of learning, exploring, and discov-ering, of spiritual growth and social development. The Glantz Early ChildhoodLearning Center (BB) and The Rosenblatt Early Childhood Learning Center (WPB)are nationally accredited and proudly serve families that share a common need:a highly individualized, Jewish-oriented, learning environment for children ages2-4. Through active, hands-on learning experiences—art, music, movement, cook-ing, computers, math, science, holiday celebrations and more, our children havefun while exploring and making sense of the world and the people around them.For more information, please call 561-640-5603 in West Palm Beach or 561-732-7620 in Boynton Beach. Preschool hours are as follows:

Half Day:M-F / 9:00 am-1:00 pm M,W,F / 9:00 am-1:00 pm Tu,Th / 9:00 am-1:00 pm

Preschool Plus:M-F / 7:00 am-6:00 pmM-F / 7:00 am-6:00 pm(includes all intersession and mini-camps)

Tiny Toddler Town BB WPB Our Tiny Toddler Town Infant Care Program is designed to meet the needs of ourcommunity’s youngest children. Please call for age/birth date enrollment infor-mation. This program encourages infants and toddlers to learn through their ownexperiences with play and active exploration. Please refer to ECD Calendar for2008/2009 school closings. For more information, please call 561-640-5603 inWest Palm Beach or 561-732-7620 in Boynton Beach.

Preschool Birthday Parties BB WPB WELCelebrate your child's next birthday at the JCC! Parties include theme, food,activities and will be run and coordinated by a JCC staff member. For more infor-mation call 561-712-5244 in West Palm Beach, 561-732-7620 in Boynton Beach or561-253-6030 in Wellington.

Aquatics(Full listing of preschool aquatics/recreation programming on opposite page)

SafeStart® BB WPBA cooperative drowning prevention effort for infants andtoddlers. Today, 11 babies will drown in the United States.In Florida, Arizona, California and Texas, drowning ranks asthe #1 cause of accidental death for children under age 4.

Through the SafeStart® program, children as young as 6months are taught survival swimming. At 6 months, theylearn to assume a back float position, rest and breathe. Asearly as 12 months, they begin to rotate back over to swimto the wall. Children are taught in a one-to-one setting,

where the instructor is focused solely on your child. For more information call561-736-4756 in Boynton Beach or 561-712-5276 in West Palm. Ages 6 mos-6 yrs. $300M;$450NM / $105 registration fee

Free Swim Assessment BB WPBIs your child able to survive an aquatic accident? Could you survive an aquaticaccident? Could you save your child if an accident were to occur? Please calltoday to schedule your free swimming assessment provided by the JCC. We offermany levels of aquatic programs ranging from infant drowning prevention togroup and private lessons for individuals of all ages. Advanced registration isrequired. Please call us at 561-712-5276 in West Palm Beach or 561-736-4756 inBoynton for more information and schedule your free assessment today!

Enrichment ClassesDora’s Spanish BBIntroduction and use of the Spanish language in our daily activities. Your childwill learn colors, letters, and common ways to communicate.Th / Sept 11-Dec 18 / 1:15-2:00 pm / $132M;$198NM (No class 10/9, 11/27)

Healthy Cooking & Nutrition/Little Chefs BB WPBChildren will learn that eating healthy can be fun! There will be weekly cookingprojects with age appropriate discussion about nutrition.M / Sept 8-Dec 15 / 1:15-2:00 pm / $154M;$231NM (BB; No class 9/29)Tu / Sept 9-Dec 16 / 3-3:45 pm / $132M;$198NM (WPB; No class 9/30,10/14, 21)

Math Mania BB WPBChildren will be on the road to “problem solving” through the use of math gamesthat involve graphing and measuring. In this program, children will have fun par-ticipating in age appropriate, hands on activities while learning the concepts ofnumbers, geometry, measurement and algebra.

W / Sept 10-Dec 17 / $110M;$165NM (BB; No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)M / Sept 8-Dec 15 / 3:00-3:45 pm / $154M;$231NM (WPB; No class 9/29)

A Star is Born BBAn exciting look into the world of acting. Your child will learn to emote differentfeelings and learn how to make scenery & costumes.Th / Sept 11-Dec 18 / 1:15-2:00 / $132M;$198NM (No class 10/9, 11/27)

K’Ton Ton Hebrew BBA Hebrew enrichment for the 3’s and 4’s. The children will learn Hebrew wordsfor body parts, colors, numbers, food and other basic vocabulary. The class willlearn about Israel and Hebrew culture through games, food, songs and play.F / Sept 12-Dec 19 / 1:15-2:00 pm / $154M;$231NM (BB; No class 11/28)

Weird Science BB WPBA hands-on experience allowing children to explore the world of science.Children will perform experiments and be introduced to scientific phenomena.F / Sept 12-Dec 19 / 1:15-2:00 pm / $154M;$231NM (BB; No class 11/28)Th / Sept 11-Dec 18 / 3-3:45 pm / $143M;$214NM (WPB; No class 10/9, 11/27)

Young Artists BBChildren have a chance to express themselves through different art media.Tu / Sept 9-Dec 16 / 1:15-2 pm / $132M;$198NM (No class 9/30, 10/14, 21)

Special NeedsLiv Luv Developmental Program WPB

Liv Luv is a program based onan internationally known teach-ing method called Applied

Behavior Analysis. We address the behavioral challenges your child may exhibitthat interfere with the ability to function in a typical environment. The goal is toprovide your child with the skills necessary to succeed in a typical school setting.For more information, please call 561-640-5603 or visit JCConline.com.

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Full Day:M-F / 9:00 am-3:00 pm M,W,F / 9:00 am-3:00 pm Tu,Th / 9:00 am-3:00 pm

BB Hochman Branch/Boynton Beach 561-740-9000 WPB Kaplan Branch/West Palm Beach 561-689-7700 WEL Wellington Branch 561-253-6030 preschool 9

preschool recreation class schedule(*ages 3-5 unless otherwise noted)

BasketballBB Wednesdays 9/10-12/17; 1:10-2:00 pm; $120M;$180NM (Ages 2-3 or 4-5; No class 10/1, 15, 22, 11/26)

CheerleadingBB Tuesdays 9/9-12/16; 1:10-2:00 pm; $156M;$234NM (No class 9/30, 10/14, 21)BB Tuesdays 9/9-12/16; 3:10-4:00 pm; $156M;$234NM (No class 9/30, 10/14, 21)

Dance (Tap/Ballet)BB Wed. 9/10-10/17; 1:15-2:00 pm; $111M;$165NM (No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)WPB Mondays 9/8-12/15; 3:00-3:45 pm; Prices TBA (No class 9/29)WPB Thursdays 9/11-12/18; 3:00-3:45 pm; Prices TBA (No class 10/9, 11/27)

FootballBB Fri. 9/12-12/19; 1:15-2:00 pm; $168M;$252NM (Ages 2-3 or 4-5; No class 11/28)BB Fri. 9/12-12/19; 3:10-4:00 pm; $168M;$252NM (Ages 2-3 or 4-5; No class 11/28)

GymnasticsWPB Fridays 9/12-12/19; 3:00-3:45 pm; $168M;$252NM (No class 11/28)

Hip HopBB Fridays 9/12-12/19; 1:10-2:00 pm; $168M;$252NM (No class 11/28)BB Fridays 9/12-12/19; 3:10-4:00 pm; $168M;$252NM (No class 11/28)WPB Thursdays 9/11-12/18; 3:00-3:45 pm; $156M;$234NM (No class 10/9, 11/27)WEL Mondays 9/8-12/1; 3:30-4:15 pm; $120 (No class 9/29, 10/13)

HockeyBB Thurs. 9/11-12/18; 1:10-2 pm; $156M;$234NM (2-3 or 4-5; No class 10/9, 11/27)BB Tuesdays 9/9-12/16; 3:10-4:00 pm; $156M;$234NM (Ages 2-3 or 4-5; No class 9/30, 10/14, 21)WPB Wed. 9/10-12/17; 3:00-3:45 pm; $120M;$180NM (No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)

KarateBB Mon. & Wed. 3/17-5/28; 3:00-3:30 pm; $216M;$270NM

Martial ArtsWPB Wednesdays 9/10-12/17; 3:00-3:45 pm; $120M;$180NM(No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)

PlayballWPB Mondays 9/8-12/15; 3-3:45 pm; $168M;$252NM (Ages 2-5; No class 9/29)

SoccerBB Tuesdays 9/9-12/16; 1:10-2:00 pm; $156M;$234NM(Ages 2-3 or 4-5; ; No class 9/30, 10/14, 21)WPB Tue. & Thur. 9/9-12/18; 3:00-3:45 pm; $300M;$450NM(No class 9/30, 10/9, 10/14, 21, 11/27)WPB Tue. or Thur. 9/9-12/18; 3:00-3:45 pm; $156M;$234NM (No class 9/30, 10/9, 10/14, 21, 11/27)

Soccer/IndoorBB Mon. & Thurs. 9/8-12/18; 3:10-4 pm; $216M;$324NM (No class 9/29, 10/9, 11/27)

SafestartBB WPB Monday-Friday By Appt. only; $300M;$450NM ($105 registration fee)

SuperstarsBB Mon. 9/8-12/15; 1:10-2 pm; $168M;$252NM (Ages 2-3 or 4-5; No class 9/29)BB Wednesdays 9/10-12/17; 3:10-4:00 pm; $120M;$180NM (Ages 2-3 or 4-5; No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)

Swim Lessons/Aquatots (Ages 6 mos. to 3 yrs.)WPB Sundays 8/24-10/5; 10:00-10:30 am; $60M;$90NM

Swim Lessons/CrawlfishWPB Sundays 8/24-10/5; 9:15-10:00 am; $60M;$90NMWPB Mondays & Wednesdays 8/4-8/20; 4:00-4:45 pm; $60M;$90NMWPB Mondays & Wednesdays 9/8-9/22; 4:00-4:45 pm; $60M;$90NM

Swim Lessons/PrivateBB WPB By Appt. only; half hour: $20M;$30NM; hour: $30M;$45NM

T-BallWPB Fridays 9/12-12/19; 3:00-3:45 pm; $168M;$252NM (No class 11/28)

TennisWPB Mondays 9/8-12/15; 3-3:45 pm; $168M;$252NM (No class 9/29)WPB Wednesdays 9/10-12/17; 3:00-3:45 pm; $120M;$180NM(No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)

10 children/teens BB Hochman Branch/Boynton Beach 561-740-9000 WPB Kaplan Branch/West Palm Beach 561-689-7700 WEL Wellington Branch 561-253-6030

Chaverim Afterschool Program BB WPB Chaverim means "friends" and your child will be sur-rounded by plenty of them at Camp Shalom's Chaverimafter-school program. Chaverim is an exciting andrewarding after-school program which provides age-appropriate activities in a safe, structured, and nurtur-ing environment for Kindergarteners through 5thgrade. Our low child to staff ratio, a well-trained andenergetic staff, and a variety of activities is geared

toward providing the finest quality after-school program. Children will also cele-brate the Jewish holidays with special events and projects throughout the yearand each week we welcome Shabbat with our own Shabbat Oneg.

Birthday Parties at the “J” BB WPB WELCelebrate your child's next birthday party here at the JCC! Our hassle-free par-ties allow you to enjoy the day while we take care of all of the details. We offer avariety of themes ranging from sports, swimming, arts & crafts, cooking, andmore for children grades K-8. For more information, please call 561-712-5244 inWest Palm, 561-509-0120 in Boynton Beach or 561-253-6030 in Wellington.

Sports Birthday Parties BBHave your child’s Sports Birthday Party with Coach Yale and his staff. All partiesare two hours and include both the gymnasium and a party room. Pick yoursports theme, bring all of the goodies, and let us do the rest. For more informa-tion, please call Coach Yale at 561-509-0120. Ages Pre-K-8th.

Special EventsParent’s Night Out WELDrop off the kids and let us fill their night with exciting activities! While we enter-tain your children, enjoy a fun night out on the town, or perhaps a quiet eveningat home. For more information, please call 561-253-6030.

Sa / Sept 6 / $20 ($10 for each additional child)

Wii® Bowling Tournament WPBCome test you’re bowling skills in the JCC’s Nintendo Wii® Tournament. Eachparticipant is guaranteed two rounds of play and top players will enter our SingleElimination Tournament. Prizes will be awarded to the top two participants.Prizes will consist of gift certificates to favorite stores around the Palm BeachCounty area. For more information or to register, please call P.J. Abbott at 561-712-5244 or visit JCConline.com.

Th / Sept 18 / 4:30-6:30 pm / $15M;$25NM (Grades 4-8)

Middle School Kickoff BBDo you want the chance to try your Nintendo Wii® skills against other players?The Hochman Branch is holding a Nintendo Wii® Sports Tournaments. Show offyour talents in up to three different sports each tournament and take yourchance at walking away with first place. Enjoy a day of hanging out with friends,enjoying tasty treats and have a chance to compete with other middle-schoolers.For more information call Michelle at 561-259-3000.

Su / Sept 21 / 1:00-4:00 pm / $10M;$15NM (Grades 6-8)

No-School ProgramsCamp Shalom Day WPBParents can prepare for Rosh Hashanah while your kids are at a Camp ShalomDay! Hang out with friends, create fun and exciting projects, spend time in athlet-ics, computers, and much more. The day runs from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Formore information call 561-712-5254. Minimum required; six children.

M / Sept 29 / 7:30 am-1:00 pm / $25M;$40NM

ClassesArt with Style BBThe BB JCC is pleased to offer an art program for kids. Over the course of threemonths, your kids will get to experience Art with Gary. Gary Goldstein is an expe-rienced Art teacher who joined the Camp Shalom family this past summer. Comejoin Gary in the wonders of learning and creating wonderful projects. For moreinformation or to sign up please call 561-259-3000.

Tu / Sept 9-Dec 16 / 4:30-5:30 pm / $160M;$240NM;$120 Chaverim (K-2)Tu / Sept 11-Dec 18 / 4:30-5:30 pm / $170M;$250NM;$130 Chaverim (3-5)

Performance Workshop WELLed by Juilliard-trained actor/producer David Allen Case, participants will con-centrate on performance techniques by engaging in theater games and improvexercises. They will have the opportunity to gain confidence in the acting environ-ment. All experience levels welcome.

M / Sept 8-Dec 1 / 6:00-7:30 pm / $160 (Grades 5-7)

Introduction to Acting WELLed by Juilliard-trained actor/producer David Allen Case, children will learn thebasics about acting through engaging in theater games and improv exercises.They will have the opportunity to improve their confidence through performingin the acting environment. For more information, please call 561-253-6030.

F / Sept 12-Nov 14 / 3:30-4:30 pm / $126 (Grades 2-4)

Fun with Food WPB Come explore the FUN-damentals of cooking in our brand new class! Each weekparticipants will cook something to take home. We will also learn how to cook theappropriate food for each of the Fall Jewish Holidays. Every participant willreceive a ‘Fun with Food’ apron and a cookbook. For more information or to reg-ister please call P.J. Abbott at 561-712-5244. Grades K-5.Tu / Sept 9-Dec 16 / 4-5 pm / $180M;$270NM (No class 9/30, 10/14, 21)

Mind Lab WPB This is not your ordinary Connect Four game! Mind Lab is a world wide innovativelearning program developed in Israel. This exciting and interactive class will allowyour child to learn strategies and techniques for some games they already playand many more they will discover. For more information, please call P.J. Abbottat 561-712-5244. No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26.W / Sept 10-Dec 17 / 4:00-5:00 pm / $150M;$225NM (Grades K-5)

Summer CampsCamp Rising Stars WELDo your children dance on the coffee table or sing along to all those Disney musi-cals? If the answer is yes, then Camp Rising Stars is for them. Our professionalstaff will expose campers (Grades 2-7) to the exciting world of performing arts. Aperformance will be held following the two-week session. For more information orto register, please visit JCConline.com or call 561-253-6030.Aug 4-15 / 9:00 am-3:00 pm / $400 (10% sibling discount)

Tutoring GroupsFCAT Tutoring Group (Grades 3-5) BB WPBHave fun with a Certified Reading Teacher, Jaymee Millett, while you learn valu-able FCAT skills. Small group sessions will provide your child with the strategiesthey need to prepare for this mandatory state exam. Materials are provided foreach session and will focus on the skills tested for their grade level. For moreinformation, call 561-736-4755 in Boynton Beach or 561-712-5254 in West Palm.$210M;$315NM (One session); $360M;$540NM (Two sessions)

Fundamentals of Reading (Grades K-2) BB WPBCertified Reading Teacher, Jaymee Millett, wants to prepare your child for thebasics in Reading and Writing. Small group sessions will give your child the oppor-tunity to master the foundation of learning: Reading! If a child can read they cansucceed! Materials will be provided for each session. For more information, call561-736-4755 in Boynton Beach or 561-712-5254 in West Palm.$210M;$315NM (One session); $360M;$540NM (Two sessions)

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advertising opportunitiesTo advertise in this magazine, or find out aboutother advertising opportunities available throughthe JCC, please call Jennifer at 561-712-5228!

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Special NeedsAftercare Enrichment Program BB WPBWe offer inclusionary aftercare programs for children with Special Needs. Ourwell trained staff are fully equipped to help and nurture your special needs childwith a low staff to child ratio. Please call 561-736-4758 in Boynton Beach or 561-712-5254 in West Palm Beach for more information or to register.

Special Needs Art/Cooking Class BB Arts & Crafts and Cooking with Ms. Pam is so much fun! Come and join our SpecialNeeds Cooking and Art class for high functioning children with Autism, ADD,ADHD, Asperger’s Syndrome and non verbal learning disabilities. In this class, wewill focus on how to function in a kitchen safely, learn daily kitchen skills and learnhow to make many different fun snacks. We will also do projects that are creativewith textures, shapes, colors, holiday themed projects and so much more. Pleasecontact Bari Racow, Director of Special Needs, at 561-736-4758 for more infor-mation. Limited space is available. (No class 9/30, 10/14, 21)Tu / Sept 16-Dec 16 / 4:30-5:15 pm / $165M;$247NM

Special Needs Superstars w/ Coach Yale BB Come and join Coach Yale while he teaches us all different sports from basketballto tennis and much more. Each week the class will focus on the techniques andrules while giving the children a chance to be with their friends. Call 561-736-4758 for more information. (No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)W / Sept 10-Dec 17 / 4:15-5:00 pm / $160M;$240NM

Social-Pragmatic Group WELThe Social Pragmatic Group is for children and teens with High FunctioningAutism, Asperger’s Syndrome and other related disabilities. The areas that areintroduced include conflict resolution, decision making, responding to teasing,anger control strategies and showing respect to self and others. If you are inter-ested, please contact Bari Racow at 561-736-4758. (No class 9/29, 11/17)M / Sept 15-Dec 15 / 4:00-5:00 pm / $252 per session (Grades K-5)M / Sept 15-Dec 15 / 5:15-6:15 pm / $252 per session (Grades 6-8)

children/teens recreation class schedule(*grades K-5 unless otherwise noted)

BasketballBB Thursdays 9/4-10/23; 5:15-6:00 pm; $80M;$120NM (Grades K-1, No class 10/9)BB Tuesdays 9/2-10/21; 6:00-6:45 pm; $80M;$120NM (Grades 2-3; No class 9/30, 10/14, 21)BB Tuesdays 9/2-10/21; 6:45-7:30 pm; $80M;$120NM (Grades 4-6; No class 9/30, 10/14, 21)WPB Mondays 9/8-12/15; 4-4:45 pm; $168M;$252NM (Grades K-5; No class 9/29)

CheerleadingBB Wed. 9/10-12/17; 4:10-5:00 pm; $120M;$180NM (No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)

FencingWPB Thursdays 8/21-9/4; 5:15-6:15 pm; $22.50M;$45NM (Grades 4-8)WPB Thursdays 8/21-9/4; 6:30-8:30 pm; $30M;$60NM (Ages 13+)WPB Thursdays 9/11-9/25; 5:15-6:15 pm; $22.50M;$45NM (Grades 4-8)WPB Thursdays 9/11-9/25; 6:30-8:30 pm; $30M;$60NM (Ages 13+)

Flag Football LeagueBB Tuesdays & Thursdays 9/9-11/6; 5:00-7:00 pm; $90M;$135NM (Grades K-2)

Friday Sports ClubWPB Fri. 9/12-12/19; 4:00-4:45 pm; $168M;$252NM (Grades 4-5; No class 11/28)

Ga Ga LeagueBB Fridays 9/12-12/19; 1:10-2:00 pm; $168M;$252NM (Grades K-3)

Hip HopBB Fridays 9/12-12/19; 4:10-5:00 pm; $168M;$252NM (Intermediate)BB Fridays 9/12-12/19; 5:10-6:00 pm; $168M;$252NM (Advanced)WPB Thursdays 9/11-12/18; 4:00-4:45 pm; $156M;$234NM (No class 10/9, 11/27)WEL Mondays 9/8-12/1; 4:30-5:15 pm; $120 (Ages 6-9; No class 9/29, 10/13)

Introduction to RunningWPB Mondays 9/8-12/15; 4-4:45 pm; $168M;$252NM (No class 9/29)

Martial ArtsWPB Wed. 9/10-12/17; 4:00-4:45 pm; $120M;$180NM (No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)

SafestartBB WPB Monday-Friday By Appt. only; $300M;$450NM ($105 registration fee)

SoccerWPB Tues. & Thurs. 9/9-12/18; 4:00-4:45 pm; $300M;$450NM (No class 9/30, 10/9, 21, 11/27)WPB Tues. or Thurs. 9/9-12/18; 4:00-4:45 pm; $156M;$234NM (No class 9/30, 10/9, 21, 11/27)

Soccer/Indoor LeagueBB Mon. & Thurs. 9/8-10/23; 4:10-5:00 pm; $90M;$135NM (Grades K-1)

Superstars PlusBB Wednesdays 3/19-6/4; 3:15-4:00 pm; $132M;$165NM (Grades K-2)

Swim Lessons/Minnows (Ages 6-10)WPB Sundays 8/24-10/5; 10:30-11:15 am; $60M;$90NMWPB Mondays & Wednesdays 8/4-8/20; 5:00-5:45 pm; $60M;$90NMWPB Mondays & Wednesdays 9/8-9/22; 5:00-5:45 pm; $60M;$90NM

Swim Lessons/Sharks (Ages 10-15)WPB Sundays 8/24-10/5; 1:30-2:15 pm; $60M;$90NM

Swim Lessons/PrivateBB WPB By Appt. only; half hour: $20M;$30NM; hour: $30M;$45NM (Discounts packages available)

Swim TeamBB Monday-Thursday Ongoing; 5:00-7:00 pm; $65M;$80NM

Tae Kwon-DoBB Mon., Tu. & Thur.; 4:00-6:00 pm; $72M;$80NM

TennisBB Mondays 9/8-12/15; 3:00-4:00 pm; $144M;$200NM (Grades K-2)BB Mondays 9/8-12/15; 4:00-5:00 pm; $144M;$200NM (Grades 3-5)WPB Mondays 9/8-12/15; 4-4:45 pm; $168M;$252NM (No class 9/29)WPB Wednesdays 9/10-12/17; 4:00-4:45 pm;$120M;$180NM(No class 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 11/26)WPB Fridays 9/12-12/19; 4-4:45 pm; $168M;$252NM (No class 11/28)

Tennis Lessons/PrivateBB WPB By Appt. Only; $35M;$40NM/half hour (Group rates/Packages available)BB WPB By Appt. Only; $65M;$70NM/hour (Group rates/Packages available)

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Special Events‘Back to School’ Family Pool Party BBCome make a splash in the JCC’s kid friendly pool in Boynton Beach. There will belots of games, food and more! For more information or to register, visitJCConline.com or call Andrea at 561-736-4753.Su / Sept 7 / $15M;$20NM (Price is per family)

Workshops

Prenatal/Postnatal/Pediatric Chiropractic Care BBShalom Baby welcomes Dr. Nicole Rothman of Rothman Family Chiropractic. Dr.Rothman will discuss the benefits of prenatal, postnatal and pediatric chiroprac-tic care. For more information and to register, please call 561-736-4757.Th / Aug 28 / 10:00 am / $5

Childhood Vaccinations? BBJoin us and learn everything you ever wanted to know about childhood vaccina-tions but did not know who to ask. Between vaccines and antibiotics, contagionand prevention, parents have lots of questions about infectious diseases. Comehear Debbie Hogan, from the Florida CDC, speak about and answer all of yourquestions regarding childhood vaccinations. For more information and to RSVP,please call Melissa at 561-736-4757.W / Sept 18 / 9:30 am / $5

Creating Jewish Memories BBHave you thought about Jewish holidays as learning opportunities for your chil-dren and your entire family? We can pique the curiosity of our children throughthe Jewish rituals we already celebrate. With the High Holidays around the cor-ner, give yourself a gift: Time to reinvent the Jewish holidays for your family. Formore information and to RSVP, please call Melissa at 561-736-4757.Tu / Sept 23 / 7:00 pm / $5

ClassesWee Play WELFor all Moms, Dads, and Caregivers. Bring your children to our open drop in playsession. Wee Play is an opportunity for you to come when you can to play withold friends, or make new ones. Drop in and let your children play in one of ourthree activity rooms to draw, color, climb, build, read, or eat lunch. WellingtonBranch Program Director Sharon Lowenstein will provide the bagels and coffee,so adults can form their own 'play-groups'. For more information and to RSVP,please call 561-253-6030.W / Ongoing / 9:30-11:30 am / FREE

Shalom Toddler BBHelp develop your little one’s language and literary skills of tomorrow, today!Shalom Toddler will enhance your child’s inquisitive mind through stories, artsand crafts, songs, puppets and much more, while further nurturing the naturalparent/child bond. Led by Alissa Strackman, MED who has 12 years teaching expe-rience in Palm Beach County. (No class 10/1, 8, 10, 15, 22, 11/ 26)

W / Sept 3-Dec 10 / 9:30 am / $120M;$180NM (Ages 12-17 mos.)W / Sept 3-Dec 10 / 10:30 am / $120M;$180NM (Ages 18-24 mos.)

Shabbat and Share BBJoin us as we create our own Shabbat magic every week! Sing songs, light can-dles, and get that “Shabbat Feeling” in a Playgroup environment. Bring the spiritof Shabbat into the home with stories and songs while sharing parenting experi-ences with special guest speakers. Led by Alissa Strackman, MED. For more infor-mation, please call 561-736-4757.F / Sept 5-Dec 12 / 10:00 am / $168M;$252NM (No class 11/28)

Mommy & Me Art Class BBPrint, color and create special age-appropriate art project with your children dur-ing this art class. Each week children will be able to take home an art projectdesigned and created by and for them. Led by veteran Preschool Director CarolynLicciardi. For more information, please call 561-736-4757.Th / Sept 19-Dec 18 / 9:15 am / $144M;$216NM (No class 10/9, 11/27)

Musical Mommy & Me BBThis class is music education disguised as play! By active participation with you,your children will be introduced to a wide variety of musical scales, rhythms,instruments and styles that help to stimulate their musical growth. (Ages birth-3)

Su / Sept 21-Dec 14 / 10:00 am / $144M;$216NM (No class 11/30)M / Sept 15-Dec 15 / 9:15 am & 10:15 am / $156M;$234NM (No class 9/29)Tu / Sept 16-Dec 16 / 9:15 am & 10:15 am / $132M;$198NM (Ages 18 mos.+)

Shalom Baby BB WPB WELIf you or someone you know is expecting or has recently cel-ebrated the birth or adoption of a child, let us wish you orthem “Mazel Tov” with a complimentary gift package andinvitations to programming events.

The Shalom Baby Welcome Package has been designed espe-cially for Jewish families and is filled with a wonderful assort-

ment of baby items and educational materials including a handy resource guideto help you find synagogues, preschools, Mommy & Me programs and so muchmore. To receive or send a “Shalom Baby” welcome package, call 561-736-4757.

Shalom Baby Kick-Off Party BB WELFor more information please contact Sharon at 561-253-6030 in Wellington orMelissa at 561-736-4757 in Boynton Beach.

Su / Sept 14 / 10:00 am

Shalom Baby Book Club BB WPB WELMonthly meetings at various locations. Please call Melissa at 561-736-4757 forcurrent book and location. NO COST.

Bagels and Babies BB WPB WELPopular informal get-together of Shalom Baby mothers and babies. Meets month-ly at three separate locations throughout the community. Call Melissa at 561-736-4757 to find your area meeting location and time. NO COST.

Shalom Belly BB WPB WEL

Pregnant? Are you an “expectant” Shalom Baby family? Orknow someone who is? Register at JCConline.com or callMelissa at 561-736-4757.

Bris-Kit BB WPB WELKosher with all the trimmings. Expecting a boy? Inside this basket you’ll findeverything you need for a brit-milah–plus a special gift for the family! Call Melissaat 561-736-4757 to purchase your Bris-Kit.

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1000 STRONGThe JCC played a prominent role in theFederation-sponsored "Israel@60" solidari-ty walk, enlisting 1,000 of the spirited 2,000participants. Left: News Channel 5's JamieHolmes reporting live as he's engulfed by asea of revelers.

CAMP SHALOMCamp is in full swing at bothbranches of the J! Whether inthe pool, on the field, or indoorsdancing in their favorite paja-mas during a special event,Camp Shalom campers enjoy asummer of love... and fun.

16 adults/seniors BB Hochman Branch/Boynton Beach 561-740-9000 WPB Kaplan Branch/West Palm Beach 561-689-7700 WEL Wellington Branch 561-253-6030

Special EventsChavura Shabbat BBAdults 40-60 are welcome to join us at the Hochman Branch on Friday evening,August 22 at 7:00 pm, as we welcome Shabbat together. Meet, eat, greet,schmooze, sing, dance, and pray—followed by a “Potluck” supper. Bring a vege-tarian dish for 8-10 people. Please RSVP by August 15; please contact Cheryl atcherylg@jcconline.com or call 561-736-4751 for more information.F / Aug 22 / 7:00 pm / $5M;$8NM

Savvy Singles Dance (60+) BBDance to the melodious sounds of DJ Perry Peres; Refreshments served. Formore information or to register, please call 561-736-4751 or visit JCConline.com.Th / Sept 11 / 7:00-9:30 pm / $6M;$9NMTh / Nov 13 / 7:00-9:30 pm / $6M;$9NM

Mah Jongg Tournament BBEnjoy a day filled with Mah Jongg challenges and fun! Experienced players onlyplease. The day will begin with registration and a continental breakfast at 9:00am, tournament play begins 10:00 am. A delicious box lunch is included. PleaseRSVP by September 16th. For more information, please call 736-4752.Tu / Sept 23 / $18M;$27NM

Young AdultsFor the latest information on upcoming events, visit jcconline.com/YAS

GesherCity BB WPB WELGesherCity connects young adults, primarily intheir early 20's and 30's, to the Jewish commu-nity. It is open to singles, those dating and cou-

ples. It is an online virtual living bridge. The mission is to bridge young adults tothe Jewish community by providing access to personal networks and informationresources. Gesher City’s website augments the Jewish Community by creating a“clearinghouse” of existing Jewish groups. Activities provide the platform for thecreation of new communities of like interests called “Clusters”. Cluster groupsinclude athletic activities, women’s groups, book clubs, movie clubs and manymore interest groups. Sign up at GesherCity.org.

ClassesSamuel Stayman Memorial Bridge Institute BB WPB(See opposite page [bottom left] for class schedule)The Samuel Stayman Memorial Bridge Institute at the JCC is pleased to presentthe most extensive and finest-staffed bridge institute in Palm Beach County.Gathering highly skilled teachers and experts, the institute offers participants theopportunity to hone skills, play in lively duplicate games, and participate in theSamuel Stayman Memorial Bridge Tournament. Please call 561-689-7700 in WestPalm Beach or 561-736-4751 in Boynton Beach, if you are interested in any BridgeClasses, Supervised Play Sessions or Duplicate Bridge Games.

Art Classes WELJoin us for a very special introductory art class with renowned South Floridaartist, Rosemond Hammond. Hammond's works are included in permanent collec-tions such as the Miami Museum of Modern Art and the Farboil Paint and Wax Co.as well as other private collections. For details, please call 561-253-6030.M / Ongoing / 11:30 am / $125 (5 classes)Th / Ongoing / 6:00 pm / $125 (5 classes)

Line Dancing/Intermediate BBThis class is for the experienced line dancer. It is an opportunity to improveyour skills and learn new dances while having a great workout and lots of fun.Aug 20-Sept 24 / 10:00-11:00 am / $36M;$54NM (Six sessions)

Jazz Dance BBIf you really love to dance, take this class! You will learn show dance routinessuch as "One" from A Chorus Line, "All That Jazz", "Steam Heat" and manymore! You will do movements–Fosse style–and of course get great exercise. Formore information or to register, please call 561-736-4751. Dates/Times/Prices TBA

Antiques and Collectibles BBLearn the techniques of identifying and purchasing antiques and discuss withothers what to buy and sell and what is not worth the investment. Dates/Times/Prices TBA

Watercolor Painting w/ Rubin Levine BBBeginners and experienced painters alike are all welcome to join this class andlearn from one of the best instructors around. At the end of every season theclass proudly exhibits its beautiful watercolor paintings. Dates/Times/Prices TBA

SeniorNet Computer Classes BBSince May 1995, SeniorNet of Boynton Beach, Inc. has been fulfilling its nonprof-it mission to provide older adults education for and access to computer technol-ogy. Its main purpose is to teach seniors how to use and enjoy computers. Spaceis limited! For more information or to register, please call 561-736-4751.

101 Introduction to ComputersThis course covers the basic operations of the computer, computer terms, thekeyboard and using the mouse. It is a prerequisite for all other courses. W / Sept 3, 10, 17 / 1:30 am-3:30 pm / $50M / Sept 8, 15, 22 / 8:30 am-10:30 am / $50M / Oct 6, 13, 20 / 8:30 am-10:30 am / $50Th / Oct 16, 23, 30 / 1:30 am-3:30 pm / $50

102 Windows/IntermediateThis three-session class will expand on the basics taught in the 101 Class. It is aword-processing class using Microsoft Word. Prerequisite: 101Tu / Sept 2, 9, 16 / 1:30 pm-3:30 pm / $50Tu / Oct 3, 10, 17 / 1:30 pm-3:30 pm / $50

103 Windows/AdvancedIn this three-session course, you will learn how to design and modify databasesand spreadsheets using Excel and Access. Prerequisite: 101, 102Tu, W, Th / Sept 23, 24, 25 / 1:30 pm-3:30 pm / $50

104 Windows/Exploring VistaThis three session course is designed to familiarize you with the many featuresand functions of Windows Vista for both intermediate and advanced users.W, Th, F / Sept 24, 25, 26 / 1:30 pm-3:30 pm / $50M / Oct 6, 13, 20 / 1:30 pm-3:30 pm / $50

105 Computer Security/MaintenanceLearn how to protect yourself and your computer both on and off line; learn howto correct slow computer start-up and slow to run, as well as eliminating pop-ups,odd mouse movements and other annoyances.M / Sept 8, 15, 22 / 1:30 pm-3:30 pm / $50F / Oct 17, 24, 31 / 11:00 am-1:00 pm / $50

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adults/seniors recreation class schedule

Basketball LeaguesBB Wednesdays Ongoing 6:15-10:15 pm; $500/team (Ages 18+)WPB Mondays Ongoing 6:30-9:30 pm; $500/team (Open)WPB Wednesdays Ongoing 6:30-9:30 pm; $500/team (Ages 30+)WPB Thursdays Ongoing 6:30-9:30 pm; $500/team (Ages 40+)WPB Tuesdays Ongoing 6:30-9:30 pm; $500/team (Ages 50+)

FencingWPB Thursdays 8/21-9/4; 6:30-8:30 pm; $30M;$60NM (Ages 13+)WPB Thursdays 9/11-9/25; 6:30-8:30 pm; $30M;$60NM (Ages 13+)

Ping Pong LeaguesWPB Ongoing; Days/Times TBA; $48M;$72NM

Racquetball LeaguesWPB Tuesdays Ongoing; 6:00-8:00 pm; $48M;$72NM (A League)WPB Wednesdays Ongoing; 6:00-8:00 pm; $48M;$72NM (B League)WPB Thursdays Ongoing; 6:00-8:00 pm; $48M;$72NM (C League)

Softball LeaguesWPB Sundays Ongoing; 8:30 am-12:30 pm; $450/team (Individuals welcome)

StickballBB Fridays 9/12-12/19; 9:00 am-1:00 pm; $40M;$60NM (Ages 50+)

Swim Lessons/AdultsWPB Sundays 8/24-10/5; 12:00-12:45 pm; $60M; $90NM

Swim Lessons/PrivateBB WPB By Appt. only; half hour: $20M;$30NM; hour: $30M;$45NM (Discounts packages available)

Tai ChiWEL Thursdays Ongoing; 9:30 am; Please call for pricing.

Tennis/Beginner and Intermediate ClinicsBB Wednesdays Ongoing; 9:15-10:45 am; $20M;$25NM (Per class)BB Fridays Ongoing; 9:15-10:45 am; $20M;$25NM (Per class)

Tennis/Ladies Team PracticeWPB Mondays Sept.-Dec.; 9:30-12:30 pm; $220M;$270NM (Matches on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, depending on division)

Tennis Lessons/PrivateBB WPB By Appt. Only; $35M;$40NM/half hour (Group rates/Packages available)BB WPB By Appt. Only; $65M;$70NM/hour (Group rates/Packages available)

Water AerobicsBB Mon., Wed. & Fri. Ongoing, 8:00-9:00 am; FREE M;$10NM

Bridge/Beginners w/ Walter Areinoff BB Mon. 8/18-10/27; 9:30 am-Noon; $60M;$80NM (No class 9/1, 29, 10/20)

Bridge/Intermediate w/ Walter Areinoff BB Thursdays 8/21-10/16; 9:30 am-Noon; $60M;$80NM (No class 9/9)

Party Bridge BB Tuesdays Ongoing; 1:00-3:30 pm; FREE M;$2NM (Resumes Aug. 19)

Learn Mah Jongg/CanastaBB Days/times TBA; $40M;$60NM

Mah Jongg/Canasta (Walk-in Games)BB Tuesdays Ongoing; 1:00-4:00 pm; FREE M;$2NM (Resumes Aug. 19)WEL Thursdays Ongoing; 10:00 am; $2

*For more information about our Bridge, Mah Jongg and Canasta programs,please call 561-736-4751 in Boynton Beach or 561-253-6030 in Wellington.

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106 What’s Your Problem?Are you having problems with the operation of your computer? Let us help you.Attend our one session course and we’ll deal with your problem(s) and present aworkable solution for you. We’ll also teach you how to find the solution to prob-lems that may arise in the future. No Prerequisite.Th / Sept 18 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $20Th / Oct 16 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $20

305 EmailProtect yourself from E-Mail Scams, Hoaxes and Viruses. This two-hour coursewill give you an understanding of E-Mail, forwarding and replying to messages,and attaching pictures.M / Sept 22 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $30M / Oct 20 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $30

400 Digital Camera BasicsLearn about the important features of your camera and how to set them. Learnwhat to look for when buying a camera. Bring your camera and manual to class.Tu / Sept 2 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $30Tu / Oct 7 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $30

404 Save, Share and Fix Digital PhotosLearn how to download and organize your photos in your computer. SharePhotos with family and friends, make slide shows and send photos using e-mail.Prerequisite: 101W, Th & F / Sept 3, 4, 5 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $50W, Th & F / Oct 8, 9, 10 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $50

405 Online Photo Printing/SharingThis two-session course will show you how to use online services such asWalgreens, Costco, Kodak Easy Share, etc. to print and/or share your photos.W & Th / Sept 10, 11 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $40W & Th / Oct 29, 30 / 11:00 am–1:00 pm / $40

Groups60+ Lust for Life Singles BBThe group meets every Wednesday evening to discuss the Mars and Venus rela-tionship between men and women. A great opportunity for singles to mingle.Coffee and sweets are provided.W / Ongoing / 7:00-9:00 pm / FREE M; $3NM

Current Events & Coffee BBDiscuss the latest news with other interested people. All topics will be discussed,world events and local items, serious issues and humorous affairs. Refreshmentsserved. Facilitator: Sy RifkinTh / Ongoing (Beginning 8/21) / 9:30-11:00 am / FREE M; $3NM

Boomers Club BBA group of fun loving adults 50’s to mid-60’s looking to meet others with similarinterests and develop new friendships. JCC Members/Couples Only. The clubmeets every 4-6 weeks for a variety of programs including holiday parties, socialoutings, discussions and more. Newcomers may attend one event prior to joiningthe JCC. Call Cheryl at 561-736-4751 for more information or to join the club.

Active Singles Club (Ages 50s-60s) BBThe group will meet monthly for programs and fun specifically planned for theactive adult. For details and more information contact Cheryl at 561-736-4751.

Political FlashPoint BBLooking for a few conservatives and liberals who are not afraid to verbally mix itup! Refreshments served. Facilitator: Art BrownsteinM / Ongoing (Through 8/11) / 4:30-6:30 pm / $2M;$4NMM / Ongoing (Beginning 8/18) / 12:30-2:30 pm / $2M;$4NM

Let’s Talk About Us BBWe all have “issues” that we cannot always discuss with a spouse or friend.During these group sessions the ladies will have a chance to discuss their “issues”and while discussing these topics will discover that they are not alone. How tohandle problems and deal with issues will come as a result of involved, honest dis-cussions. Ladies Only 60+. Refreshments served.Th / Ongoing / 1:00-3:00 pm / FREE (Donations appreciated)

Timely Topics WPBThis ongoing program meets weekly to discuss “current affairs” covering a vari-ety of local and national politics and much much more! Coffee is provided. No

RSVP required. For more information, please call Rhonda at 561-712-5233. M / Ongoing / 2:00 pm / FREE M;$1NM

FitnessSilverSneakers® BB WPB

The Silver Sneakers® Fitness Program is the nation’sleading exercise program designed exclusively for sen-iors. It is a unique physical activity, lifestyle and social

oriented program designed to encourage members to increase their levels ofphysical activity and motivate them to continue to be active. To see if you quali-fy for this free program being offered at the Jewish Community Center, pleasecall 561-689-5747 for further information. (See group fitness schedule on p. 21)

Hold the DateSenior Lunch Bunch Book Club WPBWe are very excited about the upcoming season and invite you to participate inthe wonderful reviews that are brought to us by the “Women of Hadassah”. Allprograms start at 10:00 am on the first Thursday of each month and are held inthe Senior Dining Room. We encourage you to read these selections and join usto take part in the interesting discussions that take place. For more information,please call Rhoda at 561-712-5227.Th / Oct 2 / “The Covenant” by Naomi RagenTh / Nov 6 / “The Red Tent” by Anita DiamanteTh / Dec 4 / “The Color of Water” by James McBride

JCC Annual Golf Tournament BB WPB WELJoin us for the JCC's Annual Golf Tournament. This day of fundraising and funwill include prizes, lunch and the opportunity to socialize with other JCC mem-bers and supporters. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please call 561-712-5251 for more information including which top-rated Palm Beach County coursewill host our event this year!F / Oct 24 / Location TBA

18-day Mediterranean Cruise BB WPB WELJoin us for an 18-day Repositioning Mediterranean Cruise on the beautiful newEmerald Princess. Fly to Venice, Italy and board your ship for a terrific cruise tobeautiful ports-of-call such as: Naples, Pisa, Cannes, Barcelona and more! Greatprices! Call Marsha at 561-259-3018 for more information or to reserve your spot.Oct 2 / Call for pricing

Nashville Show Trip BB WPB WELEnjoy guided tours of Nashville, see a show at the famous Grand Ole Opry alongwith numerous other exciting events and sights! Rate is $675 pp/double occupan-cy; single supplement available. For booking information and further detailsplease contact Marsha at the JCC at 561-259-3018.Nov 9 / $675 per person (Double Occupancy)

Outreach/Senior ServicesSponsor a Senior WPBYou can ensure that a senior in our community has a warm, safe, loving environ-ment by contributing to the JCC’s Senior Meals program. Your $10 donationmakes it possible for a participant to enjoy a hot kosher meal and varied activi-ties. Please call 561-712-5251 to make your donation today.

Kosher Meals-On-Wheels WPBFor adults 65+ who are homebound. Eligibility required. Call Kramer SeniorServices Agency at 561-616-0707.

Senior Lunch Bunch WPBGather Monday through Friday for a morning of social activity and fun. Breakfastrefreshments and a Kosher lunch is served for $1. Reservations encouraged; walk-ins welcome. Contributions are appreciated. The program is held in the SeniorDining Room from 8:45 am-noon. For more information please call 561-712-5227. Senior Dining Room Schedule:Monday: Bingo; Tuesday: Sing Along; Wednesday: Bingo; Thursday: Discussion/Trivia; Friday: Shabbat services

JCC Library BBWhen was the last time you visited our wonderful fully stocked library and tookout a book to read? The library has many new books as well as old favorites– wait-ing for you to enjoy. Please call 561-740-9000 for hours of operation.Hours: Tu 10:00 am-Noon; W 1:00-3:00 pm

BB Hochman Branch/Boynton Beach 561-740-9000 WPB Kaplan Branch/West Palm Beach 561-689-7700 WEL Wellington Branch 561-253-6030 adults/seniors 19

Massage TherapyNeed some relaxation? Want to improve circulation? Enhance your well-being?While a single massage is enjoyable, the effects of massage are cumulative and aseries of massage treatments can bring the most benefits. Massage can stimulateor calm the nervous system, helping to reduce fatigue, leaving you with a feelingof replenished energy. Massage has the potential to restore you physically, men-tally and spiritually. More specialized therapies are available for an additionalcost. please call West Palm Beach at 561-689-5747, or Boynton Beach call 561-740-9000. NOTICE: Packages are offered for members only. 24-HourCancellation Policy: All JCC and in-home massage therapy must be reservedwith a credit card and scheduled in advance prior to the appointment. The JCC ofthe Greater Palm Beaches strictly enforces a 24-Hour cancellation policy on allmassages. Cancellation without 24-hour’s notification will result in full billing forthe appointment.

Deep Tissue Massage BB WPBExperience the best in deep muscle work, trigger point and assisted stretching. This massage is ideal for the client who desires firmer pressure and assistance with pain management.

M $65 hour / $55 half hour; NM $80 hour / $70 half hourMEMBER PACKAGE: 10 hour $600 / 10 half hour $500

Swedish Massage BB WPBA full body massage consisting of traditional long strokes and kneading tech-niques, this relaxing massage soothes tired muscles, reduces stress and tension,while increasing the body’s circulation.

M $55 hour / $45 half hour; NM $70 hour / $60 half hourMEMBER PACKAGE: 10 hour $500 / 10 half hour $400

Home Massage Therapy BB WPBEnjoy the pleasures of a therapeutic massage in the comfort of your own home.Choose either a Swedish or Deep Tissue massage only.

SWEDISH MASSAGE: $75 hour / $65 half hourMEMBER PACKAGE: 10 hour $700 / 10 half hour $600DEEP TISSUE: $85 hour / $75 half hourMEMBER PACKAGE: 10 hour $800 / 10 half hour $700

Personal Training/Massage Gift Certificates BB WPBLooking for a great gift idea? Give the gift of fitness or relaxation! Get your lovedones something they can use. Gift certificates for Personal Training and MassageTherapy are now available. Please call 561-689-5747 for details.

AMMA Therapy BBAMMA is a holistic health practice, based on traditional Chinese medicine, thataims to correct energy imbalances thus facilitating your body’s natural healingpower. AMMA has been used to improve body imbalances such as arthritis, fir-bromyalgia, insomnia, anxiety, depression and more.M $60 hour / NM $70 hour

Cranio-Sacral Therapy BBA gentle, hands-on method of detecting and correcting imbalances in the Cranio-sacral system. This therapy is used to alleviate headaches, neck and bone pain,TMJ, chronic fatigue and many other chronic conditions.M $60 hour / NM $70 hour

Maya Uterine/Abdominal Massage BBMaya massage relies upon external, non-invasive manipulation to repositionorgans. Symptoms such as painful menstruation, yeast infections, infertility andPMS can be improved with this technique.M $60 hour / NM $70 hour

Personal Training Please call for pricing information of the JCC’s personal training contractors.

Our personal one-on-one training program is top notch. All trainers are certified,friendly and motivating. Please call or stop by to set up an appointment today,For West Palm Beach please call 561-689-5747 x376, for Boynton Beach call 561-740-9000 ext. 210. NOTICE: Packages are offered for members only. 24-HourCancellation Policy: All JCC and in-home personal training must be reservedwith a credit card and scheduled in advance prior to the appointment. The JCC ofthe Greater Palm Beaches strictly enforces a 24-Hour cancellation policy on allpersonal training. Cancellation without 24-hour’s notification will result in fullbilling for the appointment.

Individual Training Sessions BB WPBIdeal for those who need extra help or motivation, professional guidance or wantto improve their current fitness level. Certified personal trainers are available atreasonable rates.

M $50 hour / $40 half hour; NM $65 hour / $50 half hourMEMBER PACKAGE: 10 hour sessions $450 / 10 half hour sessions $350

Partners in Training BB WPBIf you don’t want to work out alone, and have a friend, spouse, or roommate, thisis the perfect program. Challenge each other while having fun under the supervi-sion of our certified personal trainers. One training session for two people.

M $70 hour / $55 half hour; NM $100 hour / $70 half hourMEMBER PACKAGE: 10 hour sessions $650 / 10 half hour sessions $500

Home Personal Training BB WPBWe now offer personal training in the comfort of your own home. Our friendly,reliable, and safe staff will assist you with everything you need for a fun andeffective workout.

INDIVIDUAL TRAINING SESSIONS: $70 hour / $55 half hour MEMBER PACKAGE: 10 hour sessions $650 / 10 half hour sessions $500

Personal Yoga Training BB WPBGreat for the person who would like to have one-on-one personal attention.Increase strength, flexibility and balance.

M $50 hour; NM $65 hourMEMBER PACKAGE: 10 hour sessions $450

Aquatic Personal Training BB WPBThis low impact program is designed to increase levels of strength, flexibility, andcardiovascular endurance. Enjoy the benefits of strengthening, toning, weightreduction and flexibility without any impact on the joints. One-on-one personaltraining is done in our very own heated pool with certified personal trainers.

M $50 hour / $40 half hour; NM $65 hour / $50 half hourMEMBER PACKAGE: 10 hour sessions $450/ 10 half hour sessions $350

Polar Bodyage™ Fitness Testing and Assessment WPBHave you ever wondered if you’re on the right track to achieve your fitnessgoals? If so, we have just what you need. All test results are confidential and filedin a secure location. Test includes: cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibili-ty, body composition, vital sign assessment and measurements. Testing is byappointment only and lasts approximately 60 minutes. For more information con-tact Diana Barnes at 561-689-5747 x376. By appointment only.$50 (1 test)M;$75 (1 test)NM

RTL Physical Therapy & Aquatic Therapy BB WPBPhysical Therapy and Aquatic Therapy is now being offered, through RTL, at theJCC by appointment only. Please call 561-963-9001 for more information. Mostinsurance is accepted, but currently we are not contracted with any HMOs.

8 early childhood BB Hochman Branch/Boynton Beach 561-740-9000 WPB Kaplan Branch/West Palm Beach 561-689-7700 WEL Wellington Branch 561-253-603020 fitness center/spa BB Hochman Branch/Boynton Beach 561-740-9000 WPB Kaplan Branch/West Palm Beach 561-689-7700 WEL Wellington Branch 561-253-6030

Group Fitness(B Beginner; I Intermediate; A Advanced)FREE to JCC Members; $10 Non-members (Schedule on pg. 21)

20/20/20 (B,I,A) BBPerfect for every fitness level. The class is divided into aerobics, body sculpting,abs and stretch.

Ab Lab (B,I,A) WPBAchieve core strength, endurance and stability in a class designed to focus on absand lower back; Includes stretching and relaxation.

Aikido (B,I,A) BBFor all levels... a purely defensive martial art utilizing natural, circular movement.Develops balance, patience, confidence and timing in a relaxed, non-stressfulenvironment. No strength or force required. Due to the nature of the class, nostudents under the age of 14 without instructor approval.

Body Sculpt (B,I,A) BBOne hour of intensive strength training for the entire body. Class will utilizeweights, bands and whatever toys are available.

Cardio Combatives (B,I,A) BBVersatile approach to fitness using punches, jabs, hooks, uppercuts and kicks.Guaranteed to reduce your stress and improve strength, coordination and over-all endurance. All levels of fitness welcome.

Cardio Conditioning (B,I,A) WPBChallenge yourself with this unique blend of cardio drills based on sports condi-tioning that will take your strength, balance and endurance to a whole new level.

Cardio & Sculpt (B,I,A) BBLow impact, high-energy aerobics to get you in gear for a total body strengthen-ing work out. Designed to sculpt from top to toe.

Chai Club (B,I,A) WPBAge 50 and over. Low impact, low intensity moves combined with a high-energyatmosphere. Includes stretching and balance exercises to increase flexibility.

Circuit Spin (I,A) BBThis class incorporates a 50 minute challenging aerobic spin class along withupper body toning and an abdominal workout.

Classic Cardio (B,I,A) BBLow impact, low intensity moves combined with overall toning and flexibility togive a complete total body workout.

Cycling Fun Day (B,I,A) WPBOur weekly cycling party. Instructor’s choice of strength, endurance, interval orall-terrain rides.

Cycling Race Day (I,A) WPBApply your skills from other cycling classes to this simulated road race.

Cycling Start-Up (B,I,A) WPBLearn the fundamentals of indoor cycling and experience a great ride whetheryou are a beginner or advanced cyclist.

Gentle Hatha Yoga (B,I,A) BB WPBA more passive approach to positive, flexibility and strength development. Gentlebody movements that ease in with breath and relaxation.

Hatha Flow Yoga (I,A) BB WPBA Form of Hatha Yoga that uses movement and breath together to produce aconstant “flow” of postures that lead naturally from one movement to the other.

Hatha Yoga (B,I,A) WPBHatha Yoga uses postures and stretches in combination with one’s breathing tohelp develop strength, flexibility and relaxation.

Intermediate Line Dancing (I,A) BBLearn the more intricate steps of line dancing while doing some good for yourheart and soul as well! For experienced line dancers only. No rubber soles orsneakers, please.

Jazzercise (B,I,A) BBThis class includes warm-up, aerobic workout, muscle toning and strengtheningusing weights and a full body stretch. With fresh choreography to music you love,this program is anything but routine. First class is free.

Mat Pilates (B,I,A) WPB BBThis exercise system focuses on increasing flexibility and strength to build moredefined, longer, leaner muscles. It engages your mind and body allowing you toexperience a new awareness of muscle function and control.

Power Pump (B,I,A) WPBThis barbell and dumbbell class, set to highly motivating music, develops correctstrength training technique. Participants use light to moderate weight.

SilverSneakers® I Muscular Strength (B,I,A) BB WPBIncrease muscular strength, range of movement and activity for daily living skills.Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball are offered for resist-ance; and a chair used for seated and/or standing support.

SilverSneakers® II Cardio Circuit (I,A) BB WPBA more intense SilverSneakers® workout that includes standing non-impact cho-reography designed to increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance alternat-ed with standing upper body strength work.

SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch (B,I,A) BB WPBThis class will be taught from both seated and standing positions to enhance theflow and energy created in combination with restorative breathing exercises.Increase flexibility and balance to improve each individual’s sense of well being.

Spinning (I,A) BBOur spinning program incorporates the physiological and biomechanical tech-niques of sports psychology to bring aerobic and anaerobic training to a wholenew level. Please bring a towel and water.

Kickboxing (B,I,A) WPBVersatile approach to fitness using punches, jabs, hooks, uppercuts and kicks.Guaranteed to reduce stress and improve strength, coordination and endurance.

Step & Tone (B,I,A) BBA fun and challenging step workout finishing up with light sculpting.

Tae Kwon-Do (B,I,A) BBTae Kwon- Do is a martial art and combat sport originating in Korea. In this classyou will learn self defense, discipline and integrity while exercising.

Tai Chi (B,I,A) WPBAmerican Tai Chi is a style of Tai Chi focusing on breath control and upper bodymovements. These movements can be done by anyone, even in a sitting position.

Tai Chi Qi Gong (B,I,A) BBA total mind, body and spiritual experience. This class improves strength, flexibil-ity and balance. The relaxing movements calm the body and reduce stress.

Water Aerobics (B,I,A) BBSet to great music, this class is designed to improve cardiovascular endurance,muscle strength, and flexibility while having a blast in the water.

Yogalites (B,I,A) BBFusion of the flexibility of yoga with the core strength of pilates. Flow based class.

Zumba (B,I,A) BB WPBAerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms thattone and sculpt the body and maximize caloric output and fat burning. A mixtureof body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps.

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group fitnessNOTE: Classes and instructors are subject to change without notice. Please consultyour physician before beginning any exercise program. Please inform instructor orstaff of any physical limitations prior to working out.

BOYNTON BEACH

WEST PALM BEACH

Babysitting BBThe JCC Babysitting facility is intended for children whose parents are utilizingthe Health, Recreation, and Wellness Facility. Please note that parents mustremain on the JCC campus at all times. For a full copy of all the babysitting rulesand regulations or to make a reservation please call 561-740-9000.

Sunday 9:00-11:00 amMonday 8:00 am-1:00 pm / 4:30-7:30 pmTuesday 8:00 am-1:00 pm / 4:30-7:30 pmWednesday 8:00 am-1:00 pm / 4:30-7:30 pmThursday 8:00 am-1:00 pm / 4:30-7:30 pmFriday 8:00 am-1:00 pm

Babysitting is FREE for members! Non-members: $5 per hr-2 hr max time limit.

Babysitting WPBThe JCC Babysitting facility is intended for children whose parents are utilizingthe Health, Recreation, and Wellness Facility. Please note that parents mustremain on the JCC campus at all times. For a full copy of all the babysitting rulesand regulations or to make a reservation please call 561-689-5747 ext. 314.

Sunday 9:00 am-NoonMonday 8:30 am-1:30 pm / 4:00-7:30 pmTuesday 8:30 am-1:30 pm / 4:00-7:30 pmWednesday 8:30 am-1:30 pm / 4:00-7:30 pmThursday 8:30 am-1:30 pm / 4:00-7:30 pmFriday 8:30 am-1:30 pm

Babysitting is FREE for members! Non-members: $5 per hr-2 hr max time limit.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sunday

6:30-7:30 am Cycling Start-UpYoga

(8:00-9:00 am)Mat Pilates

Body Sculpt(8:00-9:00 am)

8:00-9:00 am Body Sculpt Cardio & Sculpt

9:00-9:45 am Classic Cardio

9:00-10:00 am Yoga Body Sculpt Classic Cardio

9:15-10:15 am Cardio Combatives Circuit Spin

9:30-10:30 amPilates

(9:45-10:30 am)Cycling Start-Up Cycling Start-Up Power Pump

10:00-11:00 amTai Chi Qi Gong*(10:15-11:15 am)

Line Dancing*

10:30-11:30 amChai Club

(Low Impact/Sculpt)Chai Club

(Low Impact/Sculpt)Chai Club

(Low Impact/Sculpt)Pilates

10:45-11:30 am SilverSneakers® I SilverSneakers® I

11:00-11:45 am SilverSneakers® I SilverSneakers® II SilverSneakers® I SilverSneakers® II SilverSneakers® II Tai Chi Qi Gong*(11:30 am-12:30 pm)

12:00-1:00 pm Spinning Spinning SpinningSilverSneakers®

Yoga StretchSpinning

Tai Chi Qi Gong*(11:45 am-12:45 pm)

12:15-1:00 pm Power Pump Mat Pilates Cycling Start-Up Power Pump Cycling Race Day

1:00-1:45 pm SilverSneakers® II SilverSneakers® IYoga

(1:00-2:00 pm)SilverSneakers® I SilverSneakers® I

1:15-2:00 pm SilverSneakers® I SilverSneakers® II SilverSneakers® I SilverSneakers® IISilverSneakers®

Yoga StretchTae Kwon-Do*(2:00-5:30 pm)

4:00-5:00 pmTae Kwon-Do*(4:00-6:00 pm)

Tae Kwon-Do*(4:00-6:00 pm)

Tae Kwon-Do*(4:00-6:00 pm)

5:30-6:30 pm Power Pump Kickboxing

6:00-7:00 pm Zumba* Hatha Flow Yoga Mat Pilates

6:30-7:30 pmYogalites

(7:00-8:00 pm)Yoga 20/20/20 Yoga

8:00-9:00 pm Aikido

Step

Cycling Fun-Day

*Additional fee required for class participation.

Gentle Hatha Yoga

Water Aerobics Water Aerobics

Hatha Yoga Hatha Flow Yoga

Water Aerobics

It’s 10 o’clock on a Wednesday morning inMay, and the sun is firing up the breeze blow-ing across the tennis courts at JCC KaplanBranch. Members of the JCC Women’s TennisTeam, guided by coach Greg Neuhart, actoblivious to the furnace-like breeze as theypractice volleying.

With the season over, and a first place finishattained in the B-3 Division of the Palm BeachCounty Women’s Tennis Association (PBCW-TA), it’s impressive that 10 team membershave turned out to practice on a near-swel-tering weekday. A combination of things hasdrawn them to the courts: the camaraderiethat has developed among members duringthe past year; the opportunity to improvetheir game under a world-class coach, and achance for teammates to gather again tosavor their first-place division finish.

Winning the B-3 Division (with a record of 18-0) ensured the JCC women’s team of beingbumped up to the tougher B-2 Division fornext season. Arlene Butler and AngelaArigoni-Mesfioui will captain that team. Asecond JCC team, with Lauren Leary andJeanine Lerner serving as captains, will con-tinue to compete in the B-3 Division.

“We wanted to advance to the B-2 division,”says team member Missy Wortman, who isalso B-3 Division president of the PBCWTA.“To do that, we had to win our division. Weput lots of pressure on ourselves to do that,and we did it. We have really strong players.”

While winning the division was “awesome,”and important for the program, first placewasn’t first priority, Wortman says. “First andforemost this is fun and social; second, we’veall improved our games, we’re all better play-

ers. And while not the most important thing,we do like to win. This coming season thepressure will be on to get a team in the B-1Division.”

Team members are quick to point out thatfirst-year coach Greg Nuehart is a primaryreason for the team’s progress and winningways. At 6-feet, 9-inches tall, he’s an impos-ing figure who commands attention.

A native Californian, Neuhart played tennisfor the University of California, competed onthe ATP tour for 10 years, then played on thesenior tour (35 and over) with tennis legendssuch as Jimmy Connors John McEnroe andBjorn Borg, where he achieved No. 1 ITF rank-ings in 1996 and 1997 while play-ing in front of crowds of 8,000-9,000 people.

He continues to compete in the45 and over division as well ascoach. He calls the JCC women’steam, “very coach-able,” addingthat “Even the most experiencedplayers are very receptive. Theyhave a great attitude aboutlearning and team work. I’mteaching them to play the waythe best players in the worldplay.” His coaching style is basedon a system he created afteryears of watching and competingagainst the best players in theworld with a large dose of posi-tive reinforcement.

His job is made easier, he says,because, “They’re an unbeliev-ably close-knit team. They all getalong really well, the chemistry is

unbelievable. They all help each other. It’slike having five or six coaches looking out forthe other teammates. There’s no jealousy orbackstabbing.”

Says last season’s co-captain Lauren Leary:“Coach is the nicest guy in the entire world.He’s so encouraging, and he’s improved all ofour games. He gave me a new way to serve.”Co-captain Stacey Kushner adds, “He’s amotivator; he has the expertise, professional-ism, and he knows how to teach. And it’s beenlots of fun.”

Both co-captains credit Neuhart with savingthe program. “We went from barely enoughmembers for one team,” Kushner says, “butwith great word of mouth about the newcoach’s approach, we’ve now got two fullteams (in two divisions).”

The team has evolved into a social club aswell. “We like each other; we’ve becomefriends,” Wortman says. “We have parties.We recently had a Tennis Girls’ Night Out. It’sa very welcoming, cohesive group—cohesivebut not cliquish. We welcome new memberswith open arms.”

The JCC Women’s Tennis Team is current-ly seeking new members of all levels ofexperience. Membership costs start at just$400. For more information, please con-tact Missy Wortman at sjwmlw@aol.com or561-512-3599.

>> JCC Women’s Tennis Teamcelebrates first place finishin Palm Beach CountyWomen’s Tennis Association

>> The JCC Women’s Tennis Team

(L to R) Stacy Farber, Stacey Ellison (going into 4th year with theteam) Paige Cruise, Missy Wortman (PBCWTA B-3 Division President),Lauren Leary (B-3 team captain last season and for the coming sea-son), Diane Pohlman, Arlene Butler (B-2 captain for the coming sea-son), Stacy Kushner (B-3 captain, moving up to B-2), Nancy Custer,Debbie Fector, and, back row standing, coach Greg Neuhart.

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24 synagogue directory BB Hochman Branch/Boynton Beach 561-740-9000 WPB Kaplan Branch/West Palm Beach 561-689-7700 WEL Wellington Branch 561-253-6030

Beit Chaverim 3111 45th Street, #16West Palm Beach, FL 33407Phone: 561-478-8558

Chabad of Central Lake Worth ORabbi Mendel Rosenfeld5004 Cobalt CourtGreenacres, FL 33463Phone: (561) 649-8468

Chabad/The Gardens Shul ORabbi Dovid Vigler445 Woodview CirclePalm Beach Gardens, FL 33418Phone: 561-202-8036Fax: 561-627-8758www.GardensShul.com

Chabad House of the Palm Beaches ORabbi Shlomo Ezagui844 Prosperity Farms Road NorthPalm Beach Gardens, FL 33408 Phone: 561-624-7004www.ChabadCenterPalmBeach.com

Chabad Jewish Center of Jupiter ORabbi Berel Barash112 Dunmore DriveJupiter, FL 33458Phone: 561-694-6950www.jewishjupiter.com

Chabad Jewish Center of Martin and St. Lucie Counties ORabbi Shlomo Uminer2809 SW Sunset TrailPalm City, FL 34990Phone: 772-288-0606Fax: 772-219-3438www.chabadmsl.com

Chabad-Lubavitchof Greater Boynton Beach ORabbi Sholom Ciment10655 El Clair Ranch RoadBoynton Beach, FL 33437Phone: 561-732-4633www.chabadboynton.com

Chabad-Lubavitch of Wellington ORabbi Manechem Mendel Muskal12785 West Forest Hill Blvd., Unit CWellington, FL 33414Phone: 561-333-4663

Chabad of Palm Beach Island ORabbi Zalman Levitan234 Australian AvenuePalm Beach, FL 33480Phone: 561-659-3884www.chabadpbi.com

Chabad of West Palm Beach ORabbi Yoel Gancz2716 S. Dixie HighwayWest Palm Beach, FL 33405Phone: 561-835-8404www.chabadwpb.com

Congregation Aitz Chaim ORabbi J. Simcha Cohen2518 N. Haverhill RoadWest Palm Beach, FL 33417Phone: 561-686-5055

Congregation Anshei Sholom CRabbi Bernard Stefansky5348 Grove StreetWest Palm Beach, FL 33417Phone: 561-684-3212

Congregation B’nai Avraham CRabbi Dr. David J. Abrams12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 6Wellington, FL 33414Phone: 561-793-4347www.congregationbnaiavraham.com

Congregation L’Dor V’Dor RRabbi Samuel Silver7436 Rockbridge CircleLake Worth, FL 33467Phone: 561-968-0688www.ldorvador.org

Congregation Shir Hadash CRabbi David Goldstein PO Box 671Jupiter, FL 33468Phone: 561-625-9518www.ShirHadash18.com

Golden Lakes Temple CRabbi Leonard Zucker1470 Golden Lakes BoulevardWest Palm Beach, FL 33411Phone: 561-689-9430

New Synagogue of Palm Beach O235 Sunrise AvenuePalm Beach, Florida 33480Phone: (561) 514-4064Fax: (561) 514-4931

Palm Beach Synagogue ORabbi Moshe Scheiner120 N. County RoadPalm Beach, FL 33480Phone: 561-838-9002www.pbos.org

Temple B’nai Jacob CRabbi Michael Korman2177 S. Congress AvenueWest Palm Beach, FL 33406Phone: 561-433-5957

Temple Beit HaYam RRabbi Jonathan P. Kendall951 S.E. Monterey Commons Blvd.Stuart, FL 34996Phone: 772-286-1531www.templebeithayam.org

Temple Beth Am RRabbi Alon Levkovitz2250 Central BoulevardJupiter, FL 33458Phone: 561-747-1109www.templebetham.com

Temple Beth David CRabbi Michael P. Singer4657 Hood RoadPalm Beach Gardens, FL 33410Phone: 561-694-2350www.templebethdavidfl.org

Temple Beth El CRabbis Steven Westman & Leonid Feldman2815 N. Flagler DriveWest Palm Beach, FL 33407Phone: 561-833-0339

Temple Beth El Israel (R)Rabbi Arthur Rutberg

Temple Beth El Israel RRabbi Arthur Rutberg551 S.W. Bethany DrivePort St. Lucie, FL 34986Phone: 772-336-2424www.templebethelisrael.org

Temple Beth Kodesh CRabbi Michael C. Simon501 N.E. 26th AvenueBoynton Beach, FL 33435Phone: 561-586-9428

Temple Beth Shalom RRabbi Michael Birnholz365 43rd AvenueVero Beach, FL 32968Phone: 772-569-4700

Temple Beth Sholom CRabbi Nathan Rose9776-D South Military TrailBoynton Beach, FL 33436Phone: 561-738-1506

Temple Beth Torah RRabbi Stephen Pinsky900 Big Blue TraceWellington, FL 33414Phone: 561-793-2700www.templebethtorah.net

Temple Beth Tikvah CRabbi Howard Shub4550 Jog RoadGreenacres, FL 33467Phone: 561-967-3600

Temple Beth Zion CRabbi Bertram Kieffer129 Sparrow DriveRoyal Palm Beach, FL 33411Phone: 561-798-8888www.templebethzion.net

Temple Emanu-El CRabbi Michael Resnick190 N. County RoadPalm Beach, FL 33480Phone: 561-832-0804www.templepalmbeach.org

Temple Israel RRabbi Howard Shapiro1901 N. Flagler DriveWest Palm Beach, FL 33407Phone: 561-833-8421www.temple-israel.com

Temple Judea RRabbi Joel Levine4311 Hood RoadPalm Beach Gardens, FL 33410Phone: 561-624-4633www.templejudeapbc.org

Temple Shaarei Shalom RRabbi Anthony Fratello9085 Hagen Ranch RoadBoynton Beach, FL 33437Phone: 561-364-9054www.templeshaareishalom.com

Temple Torah of West Boynton Beach CRabbi Geoffrey Botnick8600 Jog RoadBoynton Beach, FL 33437Phone: 561-369-1112www.templetorah.com

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The JCC of the Greater Palm Beaches is proud to announce win-ning six awards at the JCCA (Jewish Community CentersAssociation of North America) 2008 Biennial, which was held inMiami in May. Nearly 1,000 professionals representing hun-dreds of JCCs attended the bi-annual conference, which wasfilled with inspiring speakers and workshops designed to pro-mote and encourage innovative JCC programming and man-agement, and engage and energize staff.

The JCCA presented the JCC of the Greater Palm Beachesawards in the following six categories:

Initiatives that Foster Intra- and Inter-agencyCollaboration, Support and Development toStrengthen Jewish Life in Your Community

Community 5K Torch Run & Community Candle Lighting:The Jewish Community Center of the Greater Palm BeachesAnnual 5K Torch Run / Walk & Community Candle LightingCeremony combines health and wellness with traditional Jewishvalues in an effort to build Jewish identity and communityawareness for every individual.

Programs that Enhance Jewish Knowledge andCommitment to Jewish Life

Jewish Parenting and Family Weekend:The JCC Parenting Center held its first Jewish Parenting andFamily Weekend at Jupiter Beach Resort featuring Wendy

Mogel, author of The Blessing of ASkinned Knee. Twenty-one familiesshared a Shabbat experience, anexclusive parent workshop withMogel, afternoon family beach activi-ties, family yoga, and a discussiongroup. Shabbat ended with a beautifullantern-lit Havdallah ceremony on thebeach, a slumber party for children,and a night out for parents. OnSunday, the weekend concluded withMogel as the keynote at a fabulousbrunch event open to the community(170+ guests). This weekend was theculmination of the JCC’s ParentingCenter’s first year. Jewish parents arevery eager to learn how to incorporateJewish values and teachings into rais-ing their children and the JCC is nowseen as the institution that will helpthem achieve this goal.

Program Service Award forInnovation in Fitness/PhysicalHealth and Wellness or SportsPrograms

Group Exercise Classes for Seniors(JCAN Grant):The Jewish Community Center of theGreater Palm Beaches is building com-munity through physical and socialinteraction. The JCAN Grant, madepossible by the Jewish Federation of

Palm Beach County, gives the JCC the opportunity to bringhealth and wellness into senior communities.

Achievement Award in Youth for Parent/ChildProgramming Series

Parent/child programming series consisting of three events:mother/daughter tea, father/son fishing trip and mother/childpottery painting. All of these events reached maximum capaci-ty. The interest this first year was overwhelming. Themother/daughter tea had 165 mothers, daughters, and grand-mothers gather at the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm forhigh tea and arts. The afternoon also consisted of a guided tourby museum docents. The father/son fishing trip allowed 50fathers, sons and grandfathers to sail on a four-hour charteredfishing boat out to sea. The trip included lunch, socializing, andeven catching fish! The mother/child pottery painting afternoonbrought together mothers and children to paint Judaic- andHanukkah-related items with others in the Jewish community.

Communication Award for Materials thatEmbrace the JCC Movement Brand

The JCC brand package was developed to introduce formally anew JCC identity to the greater community. An everyday housepiece, it can be customized by various departments to presentone integrated voice among multiple constituencies.

Communication Award for Inhouse Newsletter/Annual Report

The JCC Insider is a bi-monthly publication with a circulation of10,000 copies per issue. It provides a suitable platform to effec-tively touch the hearts and minds of the community in a profes-sional and informative manner.

JCC of the Greater Palm Beacheswins six awards at JCCA Biennial

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