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hours of operation* BERNIKOW/MID-ISLAND JCC 1466 Manor Road • 718.475.5200 Monday - Thursday 5:30am - 11pm Friday 5:30am - 7pmSaturday 7am - 7pm**Sunday 7am - 7pm

Please see Sports & Wellness desk for fitness hours.

** Sports & Wellness wing only for recreation. In observance of Shabbat, any payment for services including guestpasses must be made in advance.

ABERLIN/NORTH SHORE JCC485 Victory Blvd • 718.475.5291Mon. - Wed. - Fri. 7am - 6pmTues. & Thurs. 7am - 9pm Saturday closed Sunday closed

AVIS/SOUTH SHORE JCC 1297 Arthur Kill Road • 718.475.5270 Monday - Thursday 8am - 10pm Friday 8am - sundown Saturday closedSunday 8am - call for time*subject to change

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grillz express @ cafe J. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

fundraising/development . . . . . . . . . . . 3

early childhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

first foot forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

camp all year round . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

special needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

russian speaking jews . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

senior adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

arts & culture/art @ the J . . . . . 21

jewish life & learning . . . . . . . . 23

music institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

avis fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

avis sports & recreation . . . . . . . . 30

bernikow fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

bernikow wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

femcho for girls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

spa @ the J . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

bernikow sports & recreation . . . . . . . 34

aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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FALL 2011 Aberlin/N. Shore Avis/S. Shore Bernikow/Mid IslandMonday Sept. 5 - Labor Day closed 8:30am-12:30pm 8am-5pm

Wednesday Sept. 28 - erev Rosh Hashanah closed at 3pm closed at 3pm closed at 3pm

Thursday Sept. 29 - Rosh Hashanah closed closed closed

Friday Sept. 30 - Rosh Hashanah closed closed closed

Friday Oct. 7- erev Yom Kippur closed at 3pm closed at 3pm closed at 3pm

Saturday Oct 8 - Yom Kippur closed closed closed

Monday Oct. 10- Columbus Day Observance open reg. hrs open reg. hrs open reg. hrs

Wednesday Oct 12 - erev Sukkot closed at 5pm closed at 5pm closed at 5pm

Thursday Oct. 13 Sukkot closed closed closed

Friday Oct 14 - Sukkot closed closed closed

Wednesday Oct. 19 - erev Shemini Atzeret closed at 5pm closed at 5pm closed at 5pm

Thursday Oct. 20 - Shemini Atzeret closed closed closed

Friday Oct. 21 - Simchat Torah closed closed closed

Friday Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day observance open reg. hrs open reg hrs open reg hrs

Thursday Nov. 24 - Thanksgiving Day closed 8:30am-12:30 pm 8am-3pm

Dec.20 - 1st candle lighting - Chanukah open reg hrs open reg hrs open reg hrs

Saturday Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve closed closed closed at 5pm

Sunday Dec. 25 - Christmas Day closed closed 8am-5pm

Dec. 28- Day 8 Chanukah open reg hrs open reg hrs open reg hrs

Saturday, Dec. 31 - New Year's Eve closed closed closed at 5pm

Sunday, Jan 1 - New Year's Day closed closed 8am-5pm

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JCC Alumni AssociationThe JCC of Staten Island is proud to announcethe formation of our new Alumni Association.If you are a current or a past member,camper, counselor, or staff person we want tohear from you! The JCC’s Alumni Associationis hoping to reconnect with you as you re-es-tablish old friendships through different ex-citing events that we plan to host throughoutthe year. Please go to our website in theMembership Section to fill out the alumniform to join. If you have any questions, pleasecontact Kevin Brosnick at 718.475.5256 orkbrosnick@sijcc.com.

Grillz Express @ Cafe JR. RANDY & EILEEN LEE CAFEGrillz Express @ Cafe J has been open nearlya year. You’ll find a great menu with grilledchicken, falafel, fries (sweet potato & regular)and a lot more. There is a coffee bar with Green Mountain

Coffee, capuccino, lattes and espressos. Fruitsmoothies are also available.

Breakfast items include eggs and anexpanded menu of muffins, croissants andbagels.

Café HoursMonday 8:30 am to 9pmTuesday 8:30 am to 9pmWednesday 8:30 am to 9pmThursday 8:30 am to 9pmFriday 8:30 am to pmSaturday ClosedSunday 11am to 9pm7-9pm delivery only

Take-outInterested in picking up a meal for Shabbat orone of the many Jewish Holidays? Café J of-fers delicious dairy, meat, and pareve take-out options for any occasion. Place your orderin advance or on the same day of pick up.

membershipJill Gottlieb, Membership Services Director 718.475.5223 jgottlieb@sijcc.com

The J ... It’s My Life!Welcome to the JCC with 3 locations that open the door to wonderful recreational, social,educational and cultural activities for you and your family. We have a core of dedicatedvolunteers and staff that assist in enhancing your experiences here. From taking an exerciseclass to enjoying a cultural event, from celebrating a holiday to stretching your mind. Thisis your Community Center and membership is open to people of all races, religions, ethnicbackgrounds and financial circumstances.The Membership Services Department is designed to take care of any need that you may

have. We strive to provide the best customer service and satisfaction possible throughoutall of our departments and programs. Please feel free to use our comment boxes and knowthat our door is always open to discuss your suggestions, compliments and/or complaints.We hope that you take advantage of our regular programming, special activities andMember Appreciation events. We know you’ll enjoy your time here. You belong here, so getinvolved.

About This BrochureFees for each program are included after thedescription. Member fees reflect the lowerrates only available to JCC members. All pro-grams are subject to change and minimumregistration.The following abbreviations are found in thelisting of fees:

M=MemberNM=Non-MemberKKM= Kidz Klub Member

Separate brochures are available for:

Early Childhood 718.475.5230

First Foot Forward 718.475.5225

The Music Institute 718.475.5263

Summer Day Camp 718.475.5231

Spa @ the J 718.475.5220

Sundown Friday to Sundown Saturday• From sundown on Friday to sundown on Saturday, no administrative business is conducted and no regular classes are scheduled.

• No money can be exchanged.

• If something needs to be paid for, other arrangements will be made.

• The Pool, Gymnasiums and Fitness Centers are open on Saturdays.

• The JCC is a Kosher facility. Please do not bring in any outside food that is not Kosher.

Dear & Delicious, Inc. is a GlattKosher establishment under the super-

vision of Vaad of Staten Island. For more information, go to

www.dearanddelicious.com or call theCatering Manager at 718.475.2222.

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DevelopmentThe JCC is the Community Center of Staten Is-land. We provide vital services to every con-stituency on our Island with the goal of makingit a better place for everyone. There are manyways you can choose to make a difference andfinancially assist the Joan and Alan BernikowJewish Community Center of Staten Island.For information or any questions you mayhave on the programs listed here and otherdonor opportunities please contact AnitaBruckmeir, Development Director at718.475.5234 or abruckmeir@sijcc.com

Program SponsorshipsOur agency hosts several special events eachyear enabling individuals, corporations andfoundations the opportunity to show their sup-port of our agency via a sponsorship. Each ofthese events brings high exposure with audi-ences of several hundred attendees. The fundsraised are allocated to various programs suchas our summer day camp for children with spe-cial needs. Please consider a sponsorship fornext year’s Weissglass Leadership AwardsGala, L’Dor V’Dor Dinner, Golf & TennisClassic, or our annual Israel Rocks Concert Series.

Named FundsThe JCC provides scholarships and program-matic support for those who cannot afford thecost of certain programs such as musical in-struments, day care, after school care or sum-mer day camp. You can aid in this form oftzedakah by making a contribution to one ofthe funds listed here. Acknowledgement ofyour generosity is sent to the person you des-ignate and listed in our monthly bulletins.If you would like to start a fund in your name

or in memory of someone for a designated pro-gram a minimum gift of $5,000 is required.Named Funds- Isador Aberlin/Ed Rovner Memorial Scholarship Fund- Max and Freida Berman Fund- Steve Fertig Memorial Fund- The Foundation for the Music Institute- Friends of the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute

In-Kind ServicesPerhaps your company offers printing servicesand can assist us with a special mailing. Or,maybe you are a florist and would like to show-case your designs at one of our events. Donat-ing services like these allows the JCC to reducecosts. This is a significant way to support ouragency while publicizing your services.

Capital Campaign DonationsThe Wall of Honor in the lobby of the Joan andAlan Bernikow JCC holds the names of manybuilding donors. We encourage you to add yourCapital Campaign contribution to those of hun-dreds of others and have your name perma-nently etched onto Jerusalem stone.

Planned Giving and EndowmentsTax laws are designed to help individuals makesound investments that benefit their favoritecharities, while providing significant savings tothe donor. Endowment funds are intended toprovide a permanent source of annual operat-ing income for the program of your choice. Arange of options can help you maximize the fi-nancial benefits of charitable giving and leave apowerful legacy for years to come, ensuringthe future financial stability of the Staten IslandJCC. You can help preserve the programs and ed-

ucational opportunities you love - for ouryouth, for the aged, and for families in needthrough: • Cash Gifts and Appreciated Property• Charitable Gift Annuity• Designated Endowments• Charitable Lead Trust• Charitable Remainder Trusts• Bequests by will, insurance policies, land or property.Please call for a brochure that will explain youroptions.

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Tribute ProgramInterested in paying tribute to a loved one?You can recognize the birth of a child,honor a Bar/Bat Mitzvah, celebrate a sim-cha such as a wedding or birthday or payrespect to a loved one’s memory. The JCC’snew tribute program will enable you to sup-port the JCC and the numerous programsand services offered throughout our com-munity while acknowledging that specialmilestone or event. Please stop by the front desk to pick up a

specially designed envelope that will list allyour tribute options including existingscholarship funds. You can even choose tocreate a fund (see scholarship funding)with the name of the person you are hon-oring.For further information, please contact

Chana Cilento, Development Associate718.475.5243 or ccilento@sijcc.com.

Anita Bruckmeir, Development Director 718.475.5234 abruckmeir@sijcc.comKevin Brosnick, Director of Individual Giving 718.475.5256 kbrosnick@sijcc.comSylvia Cohen, Special Events Coordinator 718.475.5246 scohen@sijcc.com

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JCC/Universal (UPK) Pre-kindergarten 10 month 1/2 day program 5 days onlyFunded through the Department of Education(for children turning 4 by December 31 of thecurrent year) the Universal Pre-Kindergartenprogram at the JCC incorporates the goals ofthe New York City UPK program as developedby the NYC Dept. of Ed curriculum within ourapproach to a child centered educational ex-perience. Full day option through JCC preschool program.Please inquire.

The PJ LibraryHave you heard about The PJ Library?The PJ Library is a free program that sendshigh-quality, age-appropriate Jewish culturalbooks and music to families with children ages6 months to 8 years each month. Participa-tion is open to all.To learn more about this wonderful programor to make a donation to help sustain the PJLibrary, contact Jill Howard at 718.475.5224,or visit the PJ Library website at www.pjlibrary.org.

STATEN ISLAND BANK & TRUST FOUNDATION EARLY CHILDHOOD WINGDenis & Carol Kelleher ECE Reception AreaAlma Harter LibraryJewish Board of Family & Children’s Services Office dedicated by Lynn & Jules KrollAt the JCC’s Early Childhood Center our programs are sensitive to

each child’s special and unique talents and strengths. We pride ourselves in creating funhands-on learning opportunities for all. We are dedicated to providing children with a strongeducational foundation. Our thematic curriculum allows children to discover and grow in loving, nurturing and

engaging environments. Children’s activities are individualized and age appropriate. Weencourage creative problem solving, decision making and leadership skills. All programs are staffed with caring and experienced professionals. Our teachers are

certified by the State Education Department of New York and we are licensed by theDepartment of Health’s Bureau of Day Care.Parent involvement is key to your child’s success in school. We welcome a partnership

with you and your family. Just as each child is unique, so is each family. With this in mind,we offer a variety of flexible schedules and programs to best suit your family needs.We have an open door policy and you are welcome at any time.

early childhoodJayne Smith, Pre-School/Child Care Director 718.475.5286 jsmith@sijcc.comJill Howard, Early Childhood Education Coordinator 718.475.5224 jhoward@sijcc.com

Infant & Toddler Childcare12 month full day program 3, 4, or 5 daysAges 3 months - 2.8 years 7am - 6pmWe offer a variety of flexible schedules andprograms that can best suit your family’sneeds. We are licensed by the Department ofHealth, Bureau of Day Care and our pre-school teachers are New York State certified.Our staff includes a music and creative move-ment specialist.�Our child care programs provide your child

with a full day of activities, security and carein an environment that stimulates theirgrowth in all areas of development.

JCC Preschool10 month full or half-day program 3, 4, or 5 daysAges 2.9 - 4.9 yearsAs your child grows we bring the world intothe classroom by incorporating themes aboutthemselves, their family, their community andtheir world. We utilize a wide variety of activ-ities and materials to help your child learn in their unique way.

Alma Harter LibraryInside the Early Childhood wing at theBernikow JCC is a special library. The AlmaHarter Children’s library provides childrenwith access to books that keep them smiling,entertained and fosters a love of literature.This can also be said about Alma Harter, towhom the library is dedicated. Join us inhelping to develop the love of literature inour children. To make a donation to addbooks to our library, please call Jayne.

Early Childhood Advisory CommitteeMarjorie Steinberg, ChairpersonJoin other families and help us plan funfamily events and fundraisers at the Cen-ter. In addition each meeting offers eithera workshop or speaker.

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Fantastic FridaysJoin us for fabulously fantastic Fridays. Fan-tastic Fridays is for parents and children up to5 years old. You and your child will enjoysongs, stories, and dancing. Each session in-cludes a special craft that your child can makeand take. Avis/South Shore & Bernikow JCCFee: $5 donation per childThe last Friday of each monthOctober 28 12EC501November 18 12EC502December 23 12EC5034-5pm

Spectacular SundaysHarvest Hoe-DownKick up your heels and bring your favoritedancing partner as we kick off the Early Child-hood Fall Programming with our Harvest Ho-Down! Enjoy games, songs, crafts and moreas we celebrate the Fall Harvest westernstyle! Bernikow JCC 12EC516Fee: $18 per person (meal included)October 16, 1-3pm

PJ Pajama PartyPut on your PJ’s and join us for a morning ofPJ Library fun! Enjoy story time featuringJoseph Had A Little Overcoat, a PJ Libraryselection. After the story, parents and chil-dren can work together to create their veryown Joseph! Don’t forget to wear your paja-mas! Bernikow JCCNovember 13, 10-11:30am

Blast Off with a Good Book! Join us as we launch our Scholastic BookFair!! Come browse our galaxy of book se-lections, and stay for a story or two. Storytime lifts off every half hour starting at10:15am. Bernikow JCCDecember 11, 10am- 1pm

Yad B’Yad (Hand in Hand) Mommy and Me (ages 12-24 months)Imagine 10 weeks of singing, stories, in-door/outdoor play, and special activities withnew friends. And your child will make newfriends, too.10 weeks. Avis/South Shore JCCFee: $300M/$450NM 12EC401FWednesdays and Fridays, 1-2:30pm

Enrichment Activities Enrichment activities can add to your child’sday with a wide variety of programs that willcapture your child’s interest and curiosity.From cooking to music and rocket science,these enrichment activities extend yourchild’s day and imagination. Class registra-tion is available in the preschool office.

An Ethical StartWe all have dreams for our children. We en-vision them centered and guided by values,morals, and ethics. We hope to inspire themto grow like strong, tall trees, yet remainrooted in timeless values. Welcome to An Ethical Start, a character-

building program/curriculum created forfamilies like yours by JCC Association’s EarlyChildhood Education Department.

Surf’s Up, School’s Out(for surfers ages 3-5)Cold weather got you down? Send your child back to the beach during Winter Break! Bernikow JCC

Monday – Friday, December 26-30$50 per day/$240 for full 5 day registration. 9am – 4pm (extended hours available 7-9am and4-6pm for an additional charge of $10 per day) 12EC906

Monday, December 26 12EC901Pack the sunscreen and head for the sand! Our little sunbathers will start the week by makingtheir very own arts and crafts beach towel!

Tuesday, December 27 12EC902What lives in the ocean? Our scuba divers will learn all about aquatic animals while creatingtheir very own ocean scene!

Wednesday, December 28 12EC903Grab your suits and head for the water! Surf’s Up!! Our surfers will spend the morning ridingthose spectacular waves in the JCC’s pool. Please send your child with a bathing suit and towel.

Thursday, December 29 12EC904Sally may sell seashells by the seashore, but our beach-goers found them for free! Join us for a day filled with activities involving…you guessed it…Seashells

Friday, December 30 12EC905What’s the beach without a little sand? Grab your pail and shovel…it’s time for sand art!

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first foot forwardBeth Howard, First Foot Forward Director 718.475.5225 bhoward@sijcc.com

FIRST FOOT FORWARD OFFICE IS DEDICATED BY CON EDISON

Celebrating Our 22nd Year of Serving Preschool Children with Special NeedsAre you concerned about your child’s speech development, play skills,attention span, sensory issues and/or general development? If yes,then call the professionals at First Foot Forward!First Foot Forward is a special education preschool dedicated to

assisting children 2.6 to 5 years of age with developmental needs. Our individualizedcurriculum allows children to reach their full potential in a warm, nurturing environment.

First Foot Forward specializes in helping children with:• Speech/Language Delays• Socialization Concerns• Developmental Delays• Poor Motor Skills• Sensory Needs • Pervasive Developmental DisorderTo receive services, children need to beevaluated by an approved evaluation site. Ourteam of certified professionals can evaluateyour child at no cost to you.

What does First Foot Forward offer?• Classroom Settings*Individualized Instruction in:- Small Centerbased or Integrated Settings- Half or Full Day- 10 or 12 Month

• Evaluations*• Therapy*- speech- occupational- physical- counseling

Additional Services: • Weekly Movement, Music & Swim Experiences• Parent Support Groups• Mainstreaming Opportunities• Door to Door Transportation

• Related Services Only*- Therapy is provided around your child'spreschool or home schedule.

What else should I know?• Program eligibility is recommended by the Department of Education’s Committee on Preschool Special Education based upon the individual needs of your child.• We have an open door policy and you are welcome at any time.

• We welcome children of all faiths and nationalities.

• All services (evaluations, transportation tuition) are at no direct cost to parents.*

Classes and related services are availableat two JCC locations:

Bernikow JCC, 1466 Manor RoadAvis/South Shore JCC, 1297 Arthur Kill Rd.*Funding is provided through city and state funds.

For more information or to arrange for a tour, please contact Beth Howard, First Foot Forward Director, at 718.475.5225.

Our expanding program to serve the Special Needs population crosses over other depart-ments. We’re always seeking to offer exciting, innovative ways to engage and stimulate ourmembers and the community in general.

• 4th Annual ReelAbilities Film Festival - page 14

• Music for Autism - page 14

• Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Megna Kids Klub for Special Kids - page 14

• Youth Holiday Vacation Program - page 14

• Marvin’s Camp - page 15 or camp.sijcc.org

• Autistic Sports/Recreation Programming - page 34

• Birthday Parties - front of Program Guide

• Day Hab - page 15

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Whether you are entering kindergarten, about to finish junior highschool, making your way through high school, or anywhere in between,the youth department is sure to meet your needs! With fun, innova-tive and engaging programs you will be sure to get fit, learn some-thing new, and make friends. You can leave your parents home or evenbetter, your parents can choose to work out, get a massage, or get a

bite to eat at Cafe J knowing that you are safe and well cared for. Sometimes you may evenget to attend an event with your family that is fun for all!Elementary age children are kept busy with Saturday evening and Sunday programs which

include swim, sports, crafts, cooking and game room, weekly workshops such as Mad Science,Animal Encounter, and Junior Chef, School’s Out trips, Scouts, the very best Kidz Klub AfterSchool Programs and more! Junior High teens can enjoy weekend trips to places such as the UA movies, bowling, roller-

skating, overnights and School’s Out trips, fitness classes, specialty classes and CommunityService Opportunities. Junior High teens can have a voice in our new expanded JR. TSAC Lead-ership group.

High School teens can choose from various leadership programs such as Youth Board,training programs such as Driver’s Education and SAT prep, as well as participate in socialevents such as coffee houses, trips and Rockfest Battle of the Bands! The Teen Departmentoffers a JCREW Internship Program as well as many volunteer programs where teens can earnschool credit.

youth departmentGlenn Wechsler, MSW, Youth Director 718.475.5231 gwechsler@sijcc.comStephanie Feldman, M.S., Ed., Asst. Youth Director 718.475.5232 sfeldman@sijcc.com

Camp and Youth DepartmentCommitteeParents, we need you!These years are important ones for our jun-iors, teens and their parents. We are look-ing for concerned, caring parents to meetregularly to discuss improving our pro-grams. It is your input that will help us tohave the best type of activities to betterserve our youth. For more information callGlenn or Stephanie 718.475.5231 or718.475.5232.

Open Lounge Schedulegrades 3-12 Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC Harry & Jeanette Weinberg LoungeBoard games, game room, schmoozing and crafts. Monday - Thursday 4-7pmgameroom onlySundays 12 noon-5pm FREE for JCC members

ScoutsOur Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts programs areconstantly expanding under the leadership ofexceptional men and women. Thanks to ourBoy Scout leaders Kevin Brosnick, WayneBaskin and Terri Flood and our Girl Scoutleaders Lisa Rosenfeld, Geanine Rando andour newest leader, Eva Deforest, our scout-ing program has been a tremendous success!Boy Scout and Girl Scout meetings take placetwo times per month.The JCC Scouting program offers youth an

opportunity to develop skills, leadership abil-ity and confidence while building lifelongfriendships. Through weekly meetings, trips,community service projects and workshops,the scouts learn, grow and have a great time.We also have scouting programs that servechildren with special needs.We are always looking to grow and for vol-

unteers to lead and assist groups. If you areinterested in learning more about this re-warding experience or would like to enrollyour child please contact Stephanie Feldmanat sfeldman@sijcc.com or 718.475.5232.

JCC Tutoring Programs

Learning ExpressThe JCC Learning Express provides tutor-ing to assist students in grades K-8 withMath and Reading Skills. Both programswill be held at the Bernikow and Aber-lin/North Shore locations. Please contactMichele Gay at 718.475.5250 for furtherdetails.

STEM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH)A special tutoring program focused on 4categories that help with career pathsfor the 21st century

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Afterschool Child Care ProgramGrades K-8

Joan and Alan Bernikow JCCAdam Birnbaum, Coordinator abirnbaum@sijcc.com 718.475.5267

Avis/South ShoreLisa Quinn, Coordinator lquinn@sijcc.com 718.475.5284

From daily school dismissal time until 7pmThe Kidz Klub After School Program offers a great after school experience that includes home-work help, arts and crafts activities, cooking, computer lab, game room, recreational activities,fitness programs and at the Bernikow JCC, indoor and outdoor swimming. Kidz Klub is a ter-rific way for children to make new friends, develop new skills, and above all, have a good time. At our Avis/South Shore location, transportation is currently provided from the following

schools: P.S. 4, 32, 36, 42, 55, 56, 58, and IS. 7, 63, 75.At our Bernikow location, we serve the following schools: P.S. 23, 29, 30, 35, 54, 60, 69,

I.S. 24, 72 and the Petrides School. Please note: pick-up from a particular school is based on a minimum registration of 3 children at-tending Kidz Klub from that school. Other schools may be considered upon request.

Avis fees*5 days a week $390/month 12JD7034 days a week $360/month 12JD7023 days a week $325/month 12JD701

Bernikow fees*5 days a week $415/month 12JD7134 days a week $385/month 12JD7123 days a week $350/month 12JD711*$200 annual discount is available for second child registered.

These fees include all school half-day pickups. We offer mid-winter and spring recess tripsfor an additional fee as well as other school closings. These trips are from 9:00am - 5:00pmand extended morning and afternoon hours are available with no additional cost to Kidz Klubparticipants. JCC Family membership is required. For Bernikow information contact Adam Birnbaum, 718,475.5267 or

abirnbaum@sijcc.com. For Avis/South Shore information contact Lisa Quinn at 718.475.5284 or lquinn@sijcc.com.

JCC University6:45pm - 9:00pmAvis/South Shore JCC 12JD111October 22Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC*November 19 12JD112Fees in advance: $15M/$25NM At the door: $20M/$30NM Must pre-register to attend.

* Includes swimPick your own one-shot workshops: Sports - Learn basketball skills such asshooting and dribbling or soccer techniquesto help you score your goal!Magic - Professional magician teaches howto perform magic tricks that will fool every-one! Using silks, ropes, balloons, cards, coinsand LIVE ANIMALS. Magic teaches dexterity,confidence and concentration. Cooking - Become a junior chef, cooking culi-nary treats that will make your mouth water!Cheerleading - Have fun cheering and danc-ing while you learn the hottest cheerleadingmoves.

Birthday Parties at the JCCDo you want to put a charge into yourchild’s birthday party? We have the answer, so let us give your sonor daughter a day toremember. Choose from a menu of specific theme based parties.Your Birthday Party will include:• Set up and clean up• Kosher food and beverages• Cake• Great staff to insure a blast of a time• Your choice of party themeTo book a party, please call Melissa Kraker

718.475.5274. See our ad at the front of Pro-gram Guide.

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Mad ScienceBernikow JCC grades 1 - 68 weeks dates TBAMondays 6-7pmIf you want to unleash the scientist in youthen this is the place! Each week will featureexperiments, hands on discoveries and a cooltake home project. Who knows, perhaps youwill be the next Albert Einstein or discoveranother planet with life!Instructor: Mad Science of Staten IslandFees: $150KK/$160M/$215NM 12JD204F

Animal Encounter Bernikow JCC grades K – 66 weeks dates TBA4-5 pm If you LOVE animals then don’t miss this op-portunity to hang out with rabbits, hamsters,hedgehogs and other furry friends, hold a va-riety of creepy creatures such as lobsters andworms and meet turtles and tortoises fromland and lake and MORE! Each week includeshands-on activities where kids are taught byWild SIde Zoo owner Brian WIld. Fees: $125KK/$135M/$180NM 12JD205F

Sticky Fingers Artgrades K – 34 weeks dates TBAThursdays, 4–5:30pmKids can finally get messy without gettingin trouble! A smock is recommended forthis course which includes great projectsthat involve glue, paint, markers, tape, clay,sand and other home forbidden ingredi-ents! If your child loves arts and crafts thenthis is the perfect fit!Bernikow JCC 12JD202FFee: $48 Kidz Klub/$56M/$72NM

Wearable Art grades 4 – 74 weeksdates TBAThursdays 6–7:30pmFor the more serious artist, this course willteach the art of design with kids designingtheir own shirts, hats, bags, and jewelry.Kids can create gifts for themselves or forspecial friends and family members. Noexperience required!Bernikow JCC 12JD203FFee: $48 Kidz Klub/$56M/$72NM

Veteran’s DayAn Intergenerational program to honor Veterans at the Avis/South ShoreFriday, November 11

PJ Pajama Party Put on your PJ’s and join us for a morning of PJ Library fun! November 13, 10-11:30am

Thanksgiving Musical MenageriesCelebrate Thanksgiving with MusicalMenageries. Sunday, November 20, 11:30am

Scholastic Book FairBlast Off with a Good Book! Browse our galaxy of book selections, andstay for a story or two. Story time lifts offevery half hour. December 11, 10am–1pm

Rosh HashanahStrings and ThingsThe Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute hasa special program for families to make musictogether to celebrate the new year. Sunday, September 25, 11:30am

Sweet New Year Watch for our honey distribution!

Harvest Hoe-DownEnjoy games, songs, crafts and more as wecelebrate the Fall Harvest western style!October 16, 1-3pm Fee: $18 per person (meal included)

Sukkot PicnicArts & crafts, fun & drum circle, fruit demonand more in the Sukkah on grass.Tuesday, October 18, 4-6pm

As you know the JCC offers a wide range of programming for adults, seniors, children andteens. Equally important are those programs for families and young families that participatetogether. The following is a list of family programs for the fall. Watch for a brochure with ayear’s worth of programming as well as Bulletins, our website and e-blasts. All are welcome!For more information contact Orit Lender 718.475.5227 or olender@sijcc.com or Stephanie

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Camp NightJCC Lillian Schwartz Day Camp is not over inAugust! Campers can meet year round withtheir counselors and specialists and bring thecamp fun indoors! Camp Night will be an ac-tion packed night of sports such as basket-ball, soccer, foosball, hockey, baseball anddodge ball. There will also be incredible takehome art projects, cooking delicious foods,enjoying the game room with pool table,foosball and air hockey, holiday celebrationsand swimming.We welcome camper’s friends too!7-9pm at the Bernikow JCCSaturday, November 5 12JD102Saturday, December 3 12JD103Fees: $10M/$20NM

Camp Night OverFor Kids grades UPK - 6. Camp Night doesn’t end! Grades UPK - 2nd Saturday, December 3, 7pm Stay and play until 10pm. Fee: $15M/$20NM 12JD131Grades 3 - 6, Saturday, December 3, 7pm Sunday, December 4, 10am 12JD132Stay and play all night! Enjoy after hours dancing, movie and moreand stay through breakfast. All you need aresome pajamas, sleeping bag and yourfavorite teddy! Fee: $15M/$20NM

Never too early to plan for next summer!Learn about the JCC Lillian Schwartz Day Camp. The JCCmakes more children happy than any other camp on StatenIsland! Check out the website for photos and updates all year round - camp.sijcc.org

Camp All Year Long!

School’s Out ProgramGrades K-8 - Bernikow JCCWhen school’s out, we’re in!Let your children join us for a fun filled dayof swim, sports, crafts, cooking, games andtrips.Programs run 9am - 5pmExtended morning and afternoon hours areavailable as well for $5 an hour.Columbus Day Monday, October 10 12JD401Election Day Tuesday, November 8 12JD402Veterans Day Friday, November 11 12JD403Fee per day: $45KK/$50M/$70NMThree day discountKidz Klub register for all trips $125Members register for all trips $140 12JD404

Save the DateCAMP REUNION • JANUARY 8, 2012

All campers who attended JCC Camp are invited!

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Sunday Camp Funday!Bernikow JCC Grades Pre-K - 6Sunday, October 16 12JD122Sunday, November 13 12JD123Sunday, December 11 12JD124Time: 1:30-4:30pm Don’t let your Sunday be a boring day whenyou can join us at the J for Sunday CampFunday! Camp never ends with this excitingprogram which offers entertaining andunique specialty classes. Reunite with campfriends and experience camp inside the JCCwith many of our Camp programs such asdance, hair and nails, hockey and fencing. Fees: In Advance: $20M/$30NMAt Door: $25M/$35NM

* The JCC/Lillian Schwartz Day Camp has passed a rigorous review of its operations including standards such as emergency management, first aid and health care, staff training and development, programming and staff to camper ratios.

* Reviewers included experts from the American Camping Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Red Cross and other youth serving agencies.

* Camp families can be assured that their camp of choice is committed to providing their children with a safe and nurturing environment.

For more information about the American Camping Association you can visit their website at ACAcamps.org.

Teen CouncilAre you in grades 6-8 and looking for an op-portunity to get involved! Are you ready tomeet new people and be a leader in the com-munity? If so, this group is for you!Teen Council is a leadership group for jun-

ior high teens devoted to planning, organiz-ing, creating and discussing new andinnovative ways to plan events, trips, activi-ties, fundraisers and community service proj-ects for our Staten Island Junior High teencommunity. This group is a great way to get together

with other teens that share your interestsand are motivated to develop leadershipskills. Trips throughout the year include cos-mic bowling, movie nights, theme nights,snow tubing, sleepovers, and much more.Community service activities include nurs-

ing home and soup kitchen visits, workingwith children with special needs, organizingclothing and food drives, car washes andbake sales with the proceeds going toTzedakah.For more information contact Samantha at718.475.5285 or sgoodman@sijcc.com. Wednesdays, 6:15–7pm

Youth BoardThe Ultimate Teen Program for Future LeadersThe Youth Board brainstorms, proposes, dis-cusses, plans, organizes and runs events,trips, activities and fundraisers for Staten Is-land's teen community. They also performcommunity service projects for the elderly,homeless future activists and leaders. Theyare empowered to influence their community,while helping those in need and learning howto effectively work as part of a team.Members of the Youth Board are recog-

nized by the JCC as representatives of theagency's youth population. Two serve as vot-ing members on the JCC's Board of Directors.The Youth Board is committed to fundrais-

ing and Tzedakah. Throughout the year, theYouth Board sponsors highly popularMother's Day and Purim gift packages as wellas a major Rock concert, Rockfest, whichraise needed dollars for worthy causes.Teens interested in joining the Youth Boardshould contact Samantha at 718.475.5285 orsgoodman@sijcc.com.Mondays, 6-7pm

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High School teens can get involved in Youth Board, JCREW or TeenCouncil - an intensive community service program or you can just havefun! Rockfest in the Spring, teen fitness programs, swim team, gymnastics, music classes, great films. The J - everything teens value - 7 days a week!

Healing the WorldThe Youth Board and Teen Council is com-mitted to making a difference in healing ourworld. Throughout the year, members of theYouth Board and Teen Council volunteer theirtime preparing meals for the homeless, help-ing at holiday events for children with specialneeds, organizing food and clothing drives,participating in a phone-a-thon for Jewishcharitable causes, sending holiday baskets tohomebound seniors and much more.

RockfestThe Youth Board's annual mega six band rockconcert draws over 500 teens from Staten Is-land and beyond. The Avis/South Shore’s gymbecomes a concert hall that rocks with musicranging from grunge and rock to ska andmetal. Music is supplied by Staten Islandbands made up of local high school and col-lege students. Youth Board is responsible forall operational aspects of the program includ-ing band recruitment, publicity, security andstage set-up. This popular event raises hun-dreds of dollars for the Youth Departmentand other worthy causes.

J-CREWJCC Internship ProgramJ-Crew is a leadership development/intern-ship program for high school students. This isa great opportunity for teens to connect withour community while helping build their re-sumes. In addition to being an incredible ex-perience, this program will help teens developtheir skills in a supervised setting.This program runs from October to June.

Teens are expected to complete a minimumof 36 hours of an internship throughout theschool year. There may be opportunities towork in the JCC youth department, specialneeds programs, preschool and senior center.There will be meetings for interns to discussthe program and talk about their experiencesin a comfortable setting.Contact Samantha for more info at sgoood-

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Teen Travel Camp (Nesiyah) grade 7 - 9

C.I.T. I entering 9th or 10th Grade

C.I.T. II entering 10th GradeFor full descriptions see the CampBrochure, or call Glenn, 718.475.5231 orStephanie, 718.475.5232.

Dance Factory at the JCCLive, love and dance! The JCC is proud to an-nounce their 5th year in partnership with theDance Factory. Our instructors all have an ex-tensive background in dance including pro-fessional dancing for the NY Knicks andcompetitions. The JCC is proud of our repu-tation of excellence in dance education. Weprovide a warm, inspiring atmosphere fordancers ages 3 and up. While teaching propertechnique is their primary function, there areother benefits that are expected to be instilled in our dancers. Through structured teaching oftap, jazz and ballet we build good character, self confidence and courtesy. There is no com-petitiveness and everyone helps each other. Classes are in our fully serviced aerobics studiofor one hour either once or twice a week. The highlight of the program is the end of the yeardance recital that takes place at Snug Harbor Cultural Arts Center in June where each dancerwill be clad in their fancy dance costumes! Please stop by all the front desks in the Fall and pickup our Dance Factory folders containing the registration forms, program calendar and muchmore or you can email Melissa at mkraker@sijcc.com.

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Learning Express Tutoring ProgramGrades K - 12See inside back cover or call Michele Gay at718.475.5250 for more information.

STEM(SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH)A special tutoring program focused on 4categories that help with career paths forthe 21st century

INDIVIDUAL TEEN MEMBERSHIP(if your parents are not members) Teen membership is for teens in the 7th -12th grade who are not part of a Familymembership. It is not applicable for camp. Documentation showing grade is required.

Teen Camp Options CIT I & II (Counselor In Training)CIT I: Teens entering Grade 9 and 10Teen programthat combinescounselor train-ing, travel, andcommunity serv-ice workCIT I/Camp Etgaris the ideal pro-gram to meet theunique needs ofthe teen interested in increasing respon-sibility and teen travel. CIT I/Etgar teens get a taste of being acamp counselor, go on great trips andplay a role in healing the world.CIT II: Teens entering grade 10Leadership Training, Camp CounselorSkills Development and Great Trips. 8week program.Make a difference in the life of a child.

Spend your summer with the JCC getting"on the job" training and experienceworking with children. As a CIT, you willlearn basic information on “kid relating"skills, child development and how to leadgames.

Driver’s Ed A comprehensive introductionto the driving experienceYSI is offering complete and professionallytaught Driver’s Education courses atAvis/South Shore and Bernikow JCC’s. Thecourse curriculum include: rules of the road,traffic safety concerns, proper handling of avehicle, driving in traffic, and problems ofsubstance abuse as related to driving. Students who successfully complete the

course may be eligible to receive their dri-ver’s license at age 17. The program is certi-fied by the New York State EducationDepartment.For information call YSI, 718.851.1876.

Reality CheckYouth Action Against Tobacco Use

• Every year, tobacco kills over 400,000 Americans. That’s 1200 a day!• Over $15.5 million is spent on advertising every year; that means almost $500,000 is spentin New York State alone!Decreasing the social acceptability of tobacco use is a dire need. • Are you interested in making a difference in your community & city? • Do you want to meet new friends, travel, and have a great time all while helping to save lives?• Are you between the ages of 13 and 18?Then Reality Check is for you.

Contact Julian Kaplan, 718.475.5277 or jkaplan@sijcc.com.

HAVE YOU JOINED OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR SIGNED UP FOR TWITTER? VISIT SIJCC.ORG AND SIGN UP.KEEP UP WITH ALL THE FUN ALL YEAR LONG.

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Current programs for children include Marvin’s Camp, our camp forchildren with developmental delays, and Camp Independence, acamp for children with diabetes. In addition, First Foot Forward, ourspecial education preschool, provides services for children withspeech and language, motor and cognitive delays.In its fourth year, Kids Club for Special Kids offers after school

activities for children with autism in an inclusive and accepting environment. Some of our newer programs include the Buddies programs which offer peer support for

teens with autism, and Talented Teens, music and art programs for teens with autism.As part of our commitment to the Staten Island community we will host the 4th AnnualReelabilities NY Disabilities Film Festival in addition to Music for Autism. These events bringthe community together supporting everyone’s unique abilities.For information on any of these programs, please contact Jayne Smith.

Jayne Smith, Special Needs Supervisor 718.475.5286 jsmith@sijcc.com

Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Megna Kids Club for Special KidsThis after school program for children withautism or other related disorders offershomework help, social and recreational ac-tivities for children in grades K-5. The chil-dren are involved in a variety of activitiesincluding music, swim, movement, arts andcrafts, cooking and independent life skills.Through these activities the children gain so-cialization and communication skills. Our pro-fessional staff is committed to ensuring thatthe children have a safe, fun and rewardingexperience.Kids Club is offered on Monday, Wednesday

and Friday at the Joan and Alan BernikowJCC. Parents must arrange transportation tothe JCC through the Pupil Transportation of-fice. Kids Club also has a monthly Parent Group

which offers support and an opportunity tomeet and share experiences with other par-ents while gaining educational insight to as-sist with their unique family needs.

First Foot ForwardPreschool for Children with Special Needs.See page 6.

Autistic Sports & Recreation ProgrammingSee page 34.

Music for AutismStolzenberg Social Hall, Bernikow JCCThese “Autism friendly", interactive concertsprovide an accepting environment wherefamilies of individuals with autism can enjoya live concert despite any behaviors and re-sponses that may be categorized as disrup-tive and misunderstood. The structure ofeach concert includes “listening time, con-ducting time and percussion time”. Theseconcerts are funded through a grant fromUJA Federation and the North Shore RotaryClub. Watch for details.

Youth Holiday Vacation Program This program offers opportunities for youthwith developmental disabilities to socializeand participate in exciting day trips to a va-riety of locations including museums, thetheater, aquariums and learning centers. Alltrip destinations will be thoroughly re-searched to ensure a safe and accessible en-vironment for all participants. All trips leave from the Bernikow JCC and

will be supervised by JCC staff. Limited funding is available for participantswho are enrolled in Medicaid Waiver Respite.Entrance fees are not included.Please call Jayne Smith 718.475.5286 for

information and program dates.

Reel Abilities The NY Disabilities Film Festival is dedicatedto promoting awareness and appreciationof the lives, stories and artistic expressionsof people with different disabilities. The fes-tival will present award winning films in vari-

ous locations throughout the NY metropolitan area in addition to the Bernikow JCC.Discussions and other engaging programs will bring together the community to explore,discuss and celebrate the diversity of our shared human experience.February 11-14, 2012Look for more information with film listings and special events.

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Super Special SundaysSuper Special Sundays is offered twicemonthly for children ages 6-21. Each sessionwill include a movement/dance activity,music or art, snack, drama and social skills.Participants are grouped by age. Movementactivities will include dance and yoga. Yogahas been proven to improve children’s grossmotor and fine motor skills, attention span,coordination, balance, and sensory regulationbehaviors. Dance will provide opportunitiesfor participants to improve sequencing andcoordination abilities. Drama and role playare wonderful opportunities to increase so-cial and communication skills while buildingself-confidence. Music speaks to each childindividually and allows for self expression.Each Super Special Sunday will include ahealthy snack made by the participants. Staffto child ratio is 3:1.This program is partially funded through theButler Foundation., Time: 1:30-4pmProgram dates: September 18 October 1, 9, 23 November 6 and 20December 4 and 18Fee: $200 12SN101

Music Club for TeensMusic Club for Autistic Teens will enable par-ticipants to embrace their unique abilities, en-hance communication skills, and allow selfexpression through sensory experienceswhile playing the harp and participating in adrumming circle. Please call Jayne Smith718.475.5286 for information and programdates.

Disability Advisory CommitteeProfessionals in the field work together tocreate collaborative programming with othercommunity agencies, seek funding opportu-nities and support the Special Needs Depart-ment. Please call Jayne Smith 718.475.5286for information.

Special Needs Advocacy CommitteeFamily members work together in fundrais-ing efforts and special events for individualswith disabilities. Please call Jayne Smith718.475.5286 for information.

JCC Day Habilitation ProgramThis program offers individuals volunteer op-portunities within the JCC community. In ad-dition, the participants enjoy recreationalactivities as an integral part of the commu-nity. This program is availablefor individuals who qualify for HCBS MedicaidWaiver. Limited participation.

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sOn Your MarkGene Spatz, Executive Director718.720.9233This unique program offers programs andservices for ages pre-school through adult-hood for those with mental retardation,learning disabilities, neurological impair-ments, autism, cerebral palsy and physicaldisabilities. On Your Mark's services include instruc-

tional, recreational, vocational, respite, holi-day trips, Special Olympics and participationin community living.

Marvin’s Campformerly The Marvin Weissglass Camp

for Special ChildrenMarvin’s Camp provides an educational, cre-ative, socially and emotionally safe environ-ment for children and teens with specialneeds. The children participate in a tradi-tional camp setting with additional supportstaff. Located at Henry Kaufmann Camp-grounds, the environment fosters success,confidence, and self-worth through recre-ation and socialization activities. The campfeatures daily swims, music and art pro-grams, sports and nature areas. Funding isavailable through Medicaid Waiver Respiteand scholarship programs. Please watch forour upcoming open houses.

Camp Independence This specialized camp is for children 6through 11 years old who have diabetes. Itwas created in 1998 by the JCC of Staten Is-land in cooperation with the American Dia-betes Association and the support of StatenIsland University Hospital and Richmond Uni-versity Medical Center. Camp Independence offers a camping ex-

perience while providing the necessary med-ical support at the camp and on trips. ContactGlenn Wechsler 718.475.5231 or gwechsler@sijcc.com.

Buddies Teen Social Group This program meets from 6-7pm in the YouthLounge. Activities will allow teens with de-velopmental delays to interact with their typ-ical peers. Cooking, arts & crafts and gameswill give them an opportunity to increase selfesteem and develop social skills. MeetsThursdays in the Youth Lounge. Ongoing. Buddies Teen Social GroupOctober 8, 22November 5, 19December 3, 17Fee: $5 per session 12NM102

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The RSJ Department is open to Russian-speaking Jewish familiesas well as to the diverse members of our JCC. We hope that theFall season will be exciting for everyone!As usual, our programs are designed to preserve the Russian cul-

ture for the future generations of Russian ancestry, but also toshare the richness and the beauty of the performing arts, literatureand music. We will provide educational programs on different as-pects of American and Jewish life and history as well.

Children’s Programs

Singing TogetherThis year we decided to invite children, wholove music, to join us and sing your favoritesongs together. Every Wednesday.Fee: $15 per session. 12RSJ151

Magic R UsFor those who already learned secrets ofmagic with Simon Shargo, we offer a new en-richment program, where kids will learn thecoolest magic tricks. Join us for this great ex-perience and the magic will become a part ofyour life! Instructor: Simon ShargoDates TBA4 sessions. Fee:$20M/$26NM 12RSJ152

Puppet Theatre Enjoy a new puppet show “Cinderella” (inRussian). We invite children ages 3-8, theirparents and family members.Tickets: $6 12RSJ153Sunday, September 18, 2pm

New for children ages 4-8• Chess Club• Club for Young Inventors • Lego LeagueFor Kids Klub members-FREEFor more info please, contact Bella,718.475.5262

Children’s Talent ShowDate TBA

Family Programs

Brighton Ballet Theatre The School of Russian American Ballet hasbeen recognized as New York's Premier in-stitution for teaching classical ballet usingthe Russian Method based on the VaganovaTechnique. BBT's Russian American Kids Bal-let received the Neighborhood DevelopmentAward by Mayor Bloomberg for its Theaterof the Young Audience program in 2005.Tickets: $10M/$16NM 12RSJ104December 11, 3pm

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Bard Festival This Fall we continue our traditional BardFestival. Alexandr Dov’a famous Bard from Is-rael, the host of the Israel Radio talk show,will bring his new program “The Junk Store”Fee: $18M/$22NM; $25 at the doorTuesday, October 11 12RSJ103

Through the Centuries of Great Russian PoetrySvetlana Kruchkova Date TBA

An Evening of Classical MusicDate TBA

Victoriya Munblit A special appearance. Date TBA 12RSJ102

Russian Heritage Week October 23-October 30During this week we’ll have different pro-grams, which will celebrate Russian tradi-tions, culture and art. We’ll have famousperformers, writers and artists coming to theJ who will be sure to captivate you and bringyou a piece of Russia. Some highlights include the Puppet The-

ater for children, a book presentation with afamous Russian writer Ivan Menjeritsky, theRustem Galich Theatre, an art fair and well-ness workshop for body and mind. Additional information can be found in our

September Bulletin, on our website and re-ception desk.For more information please, contact Bella,

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adultsOrit Lender, Program Director 718.475.5227 olender@sijcc.com

Open to members, exciting activities take place daily in the Harryand Jeannette Weinberg Active Adults Lounge. You can join agame, participate in our Book Club, listen to speakers or tag alongon a trip. Our adults enjoy many hours of discussions about rele-vant topics. To find a game or partner, inquire about trip dates orif you have any questions or concerns, please contact Orit Lender718.475.5227. Your feedback is important to us.

THE HARRY & JEANETTE WEINBERG ACTIVE ADULTS LOUNGE Monday – Friday, 9:00am–2:45pm (except during the school holidays) Wednesday Night Open Adult Lounge 7pm-10pmJoin old friends or make new ones daily in our Adult Lounge for a game of cards, Mah Jongg,chess, board games or just shoot some pool. Card tables for other games are set up andavailable during each day. Free to JCC Members.

Adults, take an active interest in the planningof your programs. To join the Active AdultsCommittee call Orit today, and join our team.Make sure you stay informed. Check the bul-letin board, flyers, Bulletins and e-blasts forall the latest programs and events.

Daily Card Games• Mondays and Thursdays, Canasta, 10am • Tuesdays – Open Mah Jongg, 9-2:45pm• Tuesday Evenings – Open Mah Jongg/Canasta- 6pm in the “Café”

Book ClubShare, discuss and learn with fellow membersand Book Club facilitator, Shelly Burko. Thisinteractive discussion group encourages all toshare their feelings about the latest book title.All participants are asked to complete thebook prior to our meeting. Thursdays, September 15 and November 10,12:30–2:45pmWatch for the September book announce-ment.

Canasta Lessons/Playingwith Terry TancrediEvery Thursday, 10am–12pm Active Adult LoungeFree M/$5NM 12AD103

Adult Social DanceJoin us for our Winter Wonderland socialdance with the return of the swinging Big FullCount Band in the Social Hall. If you missedthem the first time, don’t miss them this time!You will dance the night away. Light refresh-ments included.Tickets: $18M/$23NM 12AD221Thursday, December 15, 7:30pm

Trips, Trips, TripsJoin us for day trips to the theatre, gardens,and other exciting cultural sites in the metro-politan area. Buses are not provided unlessspecified. Please check the monthly Bulletinsfor specific destinations, days, and prices. Fly-ers are also available at the desk and on thebulletin board in the active adult lounge. Pre registration is always required. Jewish Heritage Museum September 14 bus pick up at Bernikow JCC at 11amTickets: $10M/$15NM 12AD401For more information please contact Bella

Smorgonskaya at 718.475.5262.

Speakers CornerPresentations by qualified professionals in avariety of specialty areas. This fall we will beconducting a speaker’s series on Spirituality. Thursdays, September 22, October 27, November 17, and December 15 Speakers- TBA. Please check the monthly Bul-letins for specific time. Flyers are also avail-able at the desk and on the bulletin board inthe Active Adult Lounge.

Add a StitchShare an afternoon with friends and laughswhile knitting. Knitting and all needle craftsare welcome. Join us on Monday afternoonsfrom 1pm in the Active Adult Lounge.

Free Demo Natural Beauty Products from Switzerland Wednesday, October 26, 6:30pmPresidents RoomWatch for details

Lending LibraryOpen in the Active Adult Lounge. Share a book and open a book.

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Senior Program at the Avis/South ShoreJodie Kornblum, Program Coordinator 718.475.5283 jkornblum@sijcc.com(Funded by NYC Dept. For The Aging & NYS Office For The Aging) Mondays - Fridays from 10:00am – 2:00pmDaily activities include music programs, artclasses, arts & crafts, jewelry making, bil-liards, chess, choral group, nutrition forum,bingo, knitting, mah jongg, canasta, socialaction committee, group rap sessions, com-puter classes, guest lectures, trips, book cluband current events discussion group. Shab-bat programs are offered as well. Our popu-lar athletic programs which include aerobics,pilates, sitercise, yoga, tai chi, step classesand gentle aerobics. Our Wellness programs include blood pres-sure monitoring, vision, hearing and skincancer screening and workshops on fallsprevention and financial and estate plan-ning, A nutritious Kosher lunch is served (a $1

contribution is suggested). For a detailedschedule, see our monthly calendar.

Limited door-to-door transportation isavailable within a specified area with ad-vance registration for a suggested contribu-tion of $1.

Case ManagementEsther Edelstein Jacobson LCSW, Sr. Adult Services DIrectorThe JCC offers Case Management Servicesto Staten Island’s older homebound adultcommunity. If you reside in the CommunityBoard 2 or 3 areas, the JCC can provide youwith a case manager who will assess andevaluate eligibility for home delivered mealsand a host of other benefits and entitle-ments designed for older adults to age inplace. Case Management provides individu-als and families with a personal case man-ager who can help navigate the maze ofservices to develop strength–based individ-ual care plans.For more information please call our intakecenter at 718.508.3890.

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To be a Senior Adult at the JCC is to be someone who experiencesmany exciting life enhancing options. Celebrate holidays andspecial events, or participate in recreational programs and socialactivities. You can also receive a Kosher meal. Homebound sen-iors are eligible to receive home delivered Kosher meals andother services through the Case Management Department.

Socials/Special Events/TripsSeveral times a year there are special eventsand holiday programs. They include a NewYear’s Bash, Purim Party, Israeli Independ-ence Day Celebration, Mother’s Day andFather’s Day Party, Thanksgiving Day Partyand Chanukah Celebration and others.Entertainment is provided. All parties andcelebrations are held at the Avis/South ShoreJCC. Limited door-to-door transportation isavailable within a specified area with advanceregistration for a suggested contribution of$1 round trip.Look for our exciting trips this fall to muse-

ums and other attractions. Contact Jodie Ko-rnblum 718.475.5283.

New American Programs All programs are at the Avis/South ShoreJCC unless otherwise indicated. Provided are educational and acculturationactivities for seniors from the former SovietUnion. Russian-speaking staff provide sup-port and assistance to help seniors with lim-ited or no English to participate in SeniorAdult Department programs. In addition, anumber of programs specially designed forthis group are available: • English as a Second Language • Citizenship • Russian Club • Movie Club • Computer Class • Literacy Club • Theatre• Museums• Cultural Programs• Discussion Groups• Trips to cultural sites• Chess Club - tied to a tournament connected with Senior Olympics

Exercise, art, dance, yoga, choral group, po-etry classes and other recreational programsare held at the Avis/South Shore and St. Eliz-abeth’s Manor. American born seniors arealso invited to participate. Contact Bella Smorgonskaya, 718.475.5262.

Sheila Lipton, CSW, Assoc. Executive Director 718.475.5273 slipton@sijcc.comEsther Edelstein Jacobson LCSW, Sr. Adult Services DIrector 718.475.5278 ejacobson@sijcc.com

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For adults who are caring for their elderly spouses and parents with physical or cognitive disorders, confusion and memory loss including Alzheimers and Dementia. At Avis/South Shore, Aberlin/North Shore & Bernikow sites• Individual Counseling and Assessment• Referral for Benefits and Entitlements• Caregiver Speakers Series and support groups• Specially designed classes in Yoga and Stress Management • Individual Respite (limited homecare)• Group Respite (private pay)Caregiver Services is a unique support program serving the needs of the CAREGIVER.

Trained and caring staff meet with each family to tailor a long term plan that will reduce thestress of providing 24/7 care. We receive funding from the City of New York Department forthe Aging to provide respite (limited homecare), and information and support through indi-vidual counseling and assessment, weekly caregiver support group, lecture series on legal, fi-nancial and medical topics, and Yoga/Stress management workshops to increase vitality andprovide support. Mondays: Caregiver Support GroupAvis/South Shore. 1:00pm – 2:00pm First and third Thursdays: Yoga/ Stress ManagementAvis/South Shore. 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Gentle, chair-based workshop led by Shirley Tepper, Certified Yoga Instructor. Fee: Suggested contribution $3. Watch for our special monthly presentations.

Grandparents as CaregiversThis program is available for caregivers who are grandparents, age 55 and over, having fullcustody of minor grandchildren age 18 or under. The program offers information, referrals,grandparent advocacy, support groups, workshops and education on parenting grandchil-dren. In addition, it will offer limited quantities of supplemental supplies such as backpacks,formula, etc. In some cases a Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) may be availableat no cost. For further information and eligibility please call 718.508.3890.

Kosher Meals to the HomeboundFor those who are homebound and require aKosher meal. Seven Kosher meals per weekare delivered to their home. Participants alsoreceive special holiday packages and sched-uled telephone calls are made to ensure theyare taking their medication as well as for ageneral chat and information. Call our intake coordinator at 718.508.3890if you would like more information.

Did You Know?

• Homebound senior adults are served 15,600 meals annually and nearly 20,000 seniors are served meals and attend programs.

Cooking CommunityConnecting Through Kosher CookingDo you have a favorite recipe? If so, share itand help create a community cookbook.The JCC is preparing a community cook-

book featuring recipes from our members,staff and parents. These cookbooks will beprofessionally published in hardcover.

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or go directly to www.cookbook.sijcc.orgto get started.

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Beatrice Victor Senior OlympicsThe 22nd Beatrice Victor Senior Olympics begins Sunday, October 3.Have you sent in your application? It's NOT too late. Pick one up at the Bernikow reception desk, or download and print one at beatricevictorseniorolympics.com.If you are over 50, you don't want to miss out on all of the fun.

You can participate in as many of our 22 events as you wish. You canjoin your friends in our gala closing ceremonies on Friday, October 8, which include a parade of winners, demonstrations by senior groups, and a wonderful luncheonand this year it’s at the Bernikow JCC!Questions? Please contact Marsha Fleischman at 718.475.5260 or mfleishman@sijcc.com, or Marie Ellner at Marie1SI@aol.com, or beatricevictorseniorolympics.comLooking forward to seeing all of you at the games. Let's all--"Use it, Don't Lose It."

SeniorNet 718.475.5200 www.seniornetsi.org

SeniorNet of SI was started at the JCC in 1993 as a collaborative effort between the JCC (ElaineBloomfield – President) and Dr. Steven Fromer, Samual Finkelstein, Portia Diamond and BeaVictor.Its purpose was to offer classes to those adults over 50 who wished to learn with their con-

temporaries how to use a computer and to offer additional classes to those who were ready formore advanced courses.All the teachers were and continue to be senior volunteers. Classes are offered for varying

times and hours depending on the course. Registration and all the classes are held at theBernikow JCC, 1466 Manor Road. SeniorNet of SI was incorporated in 2010. The newly electedvolunteer board consists of President Bert Bleiman, Vice-President John Brady, Treasurer TonyBarravecchio, Secretary Vince Grecco. There are 24 volunteer members of the working com-mittee all actively contributing to the workings of the program. Classes that have been givenin the past include Intro I, Intro I Laptop, Intro II, Internet, Basic or Advanced PhotoShop Ele-ments, Genealogy, Power Point and Graphics. New classes are given when a volunteer offersto teach it or a need is observed. All volunteers are interviewed by a small committee.The fall classes (times and dates TBA) will start early September or October to accom-

modate the High Holy Days. Members of the JCC are given a $15 reduction in fees. There is asmall Sam Finkelstein scholarship for those demonstrating financial need. That applicationmust be in 10 days before registration. During the past few years the teachers have offeredmini-classes on Registration Day to give interested students an opportunity to get a taste ofsome of the classes.Individuals who are interested in more information re: date/time/hours of classes/fees/schol-arship or who wish to be placed on the mailing list call 718.475.5200, dial 8 and then extension1182. Or visit http://www.seniornetsi.org.

arts & culture

Get out your cameras, paints, dancing shoes and more...Create or observe, the Arts and Culture Department gives every-one the opportunity to discover and explore their artistic imagi-nation and Jewish heritage. Through workshops, social activities,dancing, performances, exhibitions, films, music and visual arts,we provide an opportunity for everyone to enjoy the arts andexperience a special event in their lives. Join us this season as weoffer the richness of culture and pleasure of the arts.

Orit Lender, Program Director 718.475.5227 olender@sijcc.com

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Seasons of Cinema Fall Film SeriesDo you like to watch great films? The Fall Film series presents the best in feature films fromaround the world. All films will be shown at the Bernikow. See bulletin, flyers and e-blasts formore information.

Matchmaker

Arik, a teenager growing up in Haifa in 1968,lands a summer job working for YankeleBride, a matchmaker. Yankeleh, a mysteriousHolocaust survivor, has an office in the backof a movie theater in the seedy area of thecity near the port. The theater shows onlylove stories and is run by a family of sevenRomanian dwarfs. Arik is introduced to a newworld – built on the ruins of an old one.While working with Yankeleh, Arik begins tolearn the mysteries of the human heart. Atthe same time he finds himself falling in lovewith Tamara who has just recently returnedfrom America and is full of talk of women'srights, free love and rock 'n roll.Tuesday, October 25, 7:30pm Tickets: $8M/$10NM 12AD301

Rashevski’s Tango:

A Dance of Love, Family, Religion

What does it mean to be Jewish? Three gen-erations of the Rashevski family grapple withthe question, after the death of Rose, the sec-ular matriarch who believed that the tangowould make all troubles disappear. Charmingand endearing, the characters confront issuesof relationships, family, religion, love, ro-mance, and interfaith marriage.Tickets: $8M/$10NM 12AD302Tuesday, November 15, 7:30pm

Anniversary of Kristalnacht –

Film and Book DiscussionPresented by Dr. Martin GarfinkleWinston Churchill Walking with DestinyWalking with Destiny highlights Churchill'syears in the political wilderness, his early op-position to Adolf Hitler and Nazism, and hissupport for Jews under threat by the Naziregime. As historian John Lukacs explains,Churchill may not have won the War in 1940,but without him, the War most certainlywould have been lost. Sir Martin Gilbert, his-torical consultant for the film and Churchill'sofficial biographer, adds that had Churchill'swarnings about Nazi Germany's racial poli-cies towards Jews been heeded in the early1930's, the Holocaust may never have oc-curred. The film examines why WinstonChurchill's legacy continues to be relevant inthe 21st century and explores why his leader-ship remains inspirational to current day po-litical leaders and diplomats. The Lion’s RoarA uniquely powerful book illustrating how or-dinary people can become extraordinary bylearning and practicing the wisdom sharedwith them by great leaders of the past.Garfinkle combines the wisdom of Sir Win-ston Churchill, Franklin Delano Roosevelt,Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Rooseveltinto a weekly guide to give readers a pathwayon how to feel better, live better and enjoy abetter less stressful life. Thursday, November 10, 7pm

Visual ArtsArt at the J Gallery Murray Berman Art GalleryInteresting. Intriguing. Stimulating. Exhibits year round at the Art at the J Gallery in the rotunda.

The works of Emil JacobySeptember/OctoberArtist’s Reception - September 15, 7pm

November/DecemberThe works of Domenick Denaro

Freefor all

MovementBasic Line Dance Learn the basic steps of Line Dancing, Inter-national Folk Dancing and Israeli Folk Danc-ing. Enjoy the dances done to the rhythms ofwaltz, samba, rhumba, mambo, foxtrot andtango. Learn the basics steps of Folk Dancing.Enjoy the dances and music of Greece, Ro-mania, Bulgaria, Macedonia and Israel. Nopartner required. Adults of all ages. Instructor: Al Ball Sundays 1:30pm – Aerobics StudioFree demo September 11, 1:30pm10 weeks. Session begins September 18 – November 20Fee: $65M/$90NM 12AD111F

Israeli DancingDance the night away with dance leader Jane.Practice traditional steps, learn new dancesand have fun with others who love Israeli folkdancing. All ages are welcome.Facilitator: Jane Tardell

Beginners I: 6:45-7:30If you have always wanted to learn Israelidancing, this is the classfor you! Learn the basic steps and easiestbeginner dances

Beginners II: 7:30-8:15 For those who have a basic knowledge of Is-raeli dancing.Advanced Beginner/Intermediate: 8:15-9Intermediate/Advanced: 9:00-10:30FREE for members/$5 for non membersTuesdays - Media Room 12AD101Start anytime - Ongoing

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Expand Your MindPoetry Workshops Join us in a friendly atmosphere of creativethinking. We will learn from each other towrite and listen to, verse and rhyme, sonnets,free verse, blank verse, prose and narratives.Guidance and direction from John Foxell,Greg Driscol and Herman NeimanAll are welcome.September 8, October 6, November 10,December 8, 2-5pm

Cooking Class – Thai CuisineWhy order out when you can learn how easythe tantalizing art of Thai cooking can be?Thai cuisine marries many sublime flavors in-cluding fragrant lemongrass, tangy cilantroand hot chiles. You'll learn how to prepareThai Summer rolls, pad Thai, chicken and beefsate with peanut sauce, coconut, vegetablecurry with forbidden black rice, green mangosalad and limeade with lemongrass and freshmint. Fee: TBANovember 30, 6:30pm 12AD351

Special Comedy Night My Son the Waiter: A Jewish TragedyFor New York City comedian Brad Zimmer-man, life as a struggling actor wasn’t turningout as he hoped it would. So when he startedto feel the pressure from his family to makesomething of himself, he decided to capital-ize on his disappointing experience by creat-ing a one-man show: “My Son the Waiter: AJewish Tragedy.” Part theater, part stand-upcomedy. Stolzenberg Social HallTickets: $18M/$25NM 12AD201Thursday, November 3, 7:30pm For more information please contact OritLender at 718.475.5227 or olender@sijcc.com.

The Shape of Things - Working With Clay

Basic Hand-building: The Ritual Object This class will explore the use of basic hand-building techniques, pinching, coiling, and slab-making in the service of fabricating ritual objects. Plates, lighting devices, boxes, and han-dled vessels will be made with intentional connections to religious themes. Instructor: Stephen Nutt8 sessions$250 includes materials and tool kitMonday, October 3-November 21, 1-4pm 12AD352

The World in Clay This class will explore the many ways clay can be used to create objects that feature writ-ten language. Students will print, scratch, inlay, paint, and build letters and words usingbasic ceramic materials, tools and techniques to create cylinder seals, stamps, printed tilesand name plates. Instructor: Stephen NuttMonday, October 3-24, 5-7pm – 4 sessions 12AD353$140 includes materials and tool kitNovember 7-28, 5-7pm – 4 sessions 12AD354$140 includes materials and tool kitIf you sign up for both classes the material and tool kit fee is waived.For more information on the clay classes please contact Orit Lender at 718.475.5227 orolender@sijcc.com.

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Panorama of Jewish LifeWe look forward to another year of our excit-ing lectures from our Panorama of JewishLife series in partnership with the WagnerCollege Chai Society coming this fall! Thetopic is Modern Jewish Movements and the21st Century. All the movements we take forgranted today were developed in the lateeighteenth through nineteenth century as theHaskalah/enlightenment evolved. Pleasewatch for exact dates and times for this mostexciting lecture series.

JCC Jewish Women’s ProjectJoin the JCC Jewish Women’s Project for a“Ladies Learn Night”, which will give womenthe opportunity to study values in a tradi-tional approach. Women will be given the op-portunity to discuss their understandings andinsights of it with other women as men havestudied throughout the generations. Please look out for dates and titles of pro-

grams for this most exciting Jewish women’sprogram! Open to all women.

Partners in Caring (PIC)Partners in Caring (PIC) is offering a lectureseries this fall on the Problems of Aging- Howit Affects Your Body and Your Mind. Watchfor details.

Café EuropaFor Holocaust survivors and their families If you know any Holocaust survivors whowould be interested in participating in thiswonderful program, please contact SaraCohen, 718.475.5242 or sacohen@sijcc.com.

Ulpan/HebrewTraveling to Israel? Learn to speak and/orread with fun and ease. The instructor is ex-perienced and talented, a Hebrew speakingnative and fluent in English. Hebrew ReadingLearn to read and write Hebrew in a small andrelaxed setting. No previous knowledge of thealeph-bet is necessary. Classes are taught by Yaffit Efraim, an ex-

perienced, talented and creative Hebrewspeaking native. All classes are subject tominimum enrollment. Bernikow JCCFor more information please contact Sara

Cohen, 718.475.5242 or sacohen@sijcc.com.Once a week- Wednesday, 8:15-9:30pm orMonday, 7:30-8:45pm

Connect To CareFor those who are experiencing difficultiesbecause of the current economic climate,Connect to Care, a UJA-Federation program,can help. Please see our ad on inside backcover.

Connect to Care WorkshopsConnect to Care in partnership with NYLAG,FEGS and JBFCS will continue its series ofFree Workshops throughout the Fall. Watchfor flyers, Bulletins and e-blasts for schedule.

Arts & CultureFor additional programs such as the Fall FilmFestival, please turn to page 21.

Cooking CommunityConnecting Through Kosher CookingDo you have a favorite recipe? If so, share itand help create a community cookbook.The JCC is preparing a community cookbookfeaturing recipes from our members, staffand parents. These cookbooks will be profes-sionally published in hardcover.Visit sijcc.org and click onwww.cookbook.sijcc.org to get started

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JLI’s Why in the World?Jewish Explorations for the CuriousJLI’s Fall course is organized around sixcentral themes, with Jewish facts pre-sented in tandem with texts that cause stu-dents to wonder why they never heard thisbefore and why they thought Jews believedsomething other than what is being pre-sented.Each lesson will encompass a major themethat underlies the particular tidbits ofknowledge presented within the lesson,providing students with a broad glimpseinto many different aspects of Jewish cul-ture, tradition, and observance. 6 sessions.Bernikow JCCFor more information visit www.myjli.comor to register contactjlistatenisland@gmail.com Starts Wednesday, November 9, 7:30-9pm

High HolidaysRabbi Chaim Mintz of Oorah will give a lec-ture about the High Holidays.Admission is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Tuesday, October 4, 8pm

Global Jewish ConnectionsAs participants in UJA Federation’s Partnership 2000Grant, our JCC has developed a close and interactive relationship with our sister city in Israel (Pisgat Ze’ev- a suburb of Jerusalem) over the past eight years. Last year we welcomed Redbridge, England (a suburb of London) to this relationship and we are certain this will enhance what is already an incredible array of projects between the communities which have helped to strengthen bonds between us and prove most conclusively that we are all part of the Jewish Collective. Staff and Board members fromeach of the partner communities communicate on a regular basis. Teen delegations from Pisgat Ze’ev and Redbridge visited in August for a leadership retreat.

Kosher Food PantryCircumstances make it difficult for many families to getproper nutrition. Many families need to supplement theirfood intake. The Kosher Food Pantry accepts all items thatare Kosher, non-perishable and non-breakable.If you wish to donate or need the food pantry service,

please call Sara Cohen, 718.475.5242. If you want to donateto other programs at the JCC, please see page 3.

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movement and music creativity. Readingconcepts are presented gradually and basiccomposing activities encourage the develop-ment of the child’s musical vocabulary. Thisexceptional course gives the student “innerhearing”, which makes transposing, improvi-sation and composing easily accessible intheir musical studies. Parent involvement inclass and at home.THE YOUNG MUSICIAN 12MU115F(ages 6-7) 55 minutes weekly. 15 weeksThe Young Musician course introduces be-ginning students to keyboard performanceand note reading in a holistic program, in-cluding the organized development of pitch,rhythm, solfege singing, keyboard and move-ment activities. Parent involvement in classand at home.

MUSIC TOGETHER OF STATEN ISLAND @ THE JCC (ages birth – 5) 45 minutes weekly. 9 sessionsThursdays, 10:30am 12MU116For Sundays, 10:30am 12MU117FMusic Together is an internationally recog-nized early childhood music program for ba-bies, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners,and adults who love them. The classes arebased on the recognition that all children aremusical. All children can learn to sing in tune,keep a beat, and participate with confidencein the music of our culture, provided that heirearly environment supports such learning.Book and CD included in the price of theclass. Fee: $190M/$205NMFree demonstration classSunday, September 25, 10am

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Whether you want to introduce your child or yourself to the joys ofplaying an instrument or developing vocal talent, or you want to takeyour skills to a higher level, the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Insti-tute has the depth and range of instruction you are seeking. The Music Institute has been a powerful stimulus to music on StatenIsland since its inception over 40 years ago. Its faculty and studentsare active participants in the musical life of the community andthroughout New York City. The faculty consists of professional mu-

sicians with extensive teaching and performing experience and students learn in a non-com-petitive atmosphere. The Music Institute is a non-profit and non-sectarian music school. It isthe only member of the National Guild for Community Arts Education on Staten Island.

Early Childhood Music Classes

For our younger students, we offer fun andinteractive classes that lay the foundation forfuture musical experiences.

Parent/child music classes at Bernikow JCCHARMONY ROADA unique parent/child musical program thatfocuses on the development of the wholechild while stressing keyboard readiness.Each group course is designated specificallyfor the age group, reinforcing and building ontheir skills as they progress through the cur-riculum. Parent or caregiver must actively ac-company the child in class. Book and CDincluded for all classes. Free demonstrationclasses will be held in September, one weekprior to class start. MUSIC IN ME 12MU112Fand MORE MUSIC IN ME 12MU111F(ages 3-4) 45 minutes weekly. 15 weeksA dynamic readiness program for young chil-dren with emphasis on the ear training,solfege singing, movement, pitch and rhythmawareness, keyboard geography and fingerreadiness. Creativity is stressed. Parent in-volvement in class and at home.HARMONY ROAD 12MU113Fand HARMONY ROAD II 12MU114F(ages 4.5-6) 55 minutes weekly. 15 weeksCarefully constructed for children to learnthe basic building blocks of music. Emphasison ear training, solfege singing, keyboardplaying, ensemble and rhythm activities,

Music Institute Open HouseSunday, September 25, 10am - 2pmFaculty meet and greet, musical storytelling, sample classes and student performances forprospective students and their parents. Learn how the Music Institute can help your childdiscover the joys of music. Priority registration for JCC members: September 5-9General registration: September 12-16Walk-in registration:

Bernikow JCC Wednesday, September 14, 3-7pmAvis/South Shore JCC Thursday, September 15, 3-7pm

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Do Re MeIntroduction to music for children ages 4-5 45 minutes weekly. 10 week sessionDiscover the magic of music through singing,dancing and playing along in this interactive,fun and educational music class. Class size islimited. Fee: $100M/$150NMBernikow JCC, Thursday 12pm 12MU119FAvis/South Shore, Tuesday 12pm 12MU120F

Musical Encounters A dynamic readiness program for young chil-dren with emphasis on ear training, solfegesinging, movement, pitch, rhythm awarenessand keyboard geography. Bernikow JCC10 week session. Fee: $130M/$180NM. Tuesdays, 12 noon

Suzuki ViolinIn this method children learn by listening andimitating, believing that all children are in-nately musical. Process of learning includesparents as active participants.Look for details. Date TBD

Drum Circle Fun and high energy drumming experiencefor mixed age audiences.Develop your listening and cooperation skillsby using rhythm instruments as congas, djem-bes and maracas. 10 week session. Avis/South Shore, Mondays, 5pm 12MU123FBernikow, Tuesdays, 5pm 12MU124FFee: $100M/ $150NM

Singing is FUN-damental ages 7-9. 15 week sessionGeared towards the younger child who lovesto sing and wants to learn how to use theirvoice but may not be ready for private les-sons. Relaxed, fun, interactive setting. Focuswill be on ear training, technique and reper-toire. Fee: $225M/$280NMMondays, 4pm 12MU121F

Pre-teen & Teen Programs

Musicianship/Theory ClassesThese classes provide enrichment through in-struction in theory, ear training, musicalforms, music history and general music ap-preciation. Students will be assigned to an ap-propriate class. Participation is highlyrecommended. This class is included with pri-vate lesson tuition. For those not enrolled inMusic Institute private lessons, a specialarrangement may be made and a fee willapply.

Jazz EnsembleWednesdays, 6pmThe participants will have the opportunity tobe a member of a small group, learn newmusic, and meet fellow musicians from across

the island. Ensembles will meet weekly underthe direction of jazz guitarist – Fred Crisson.The class is open to all enthusiastic Staten Is-land musicians ages 9- 18 with some prior ex-perience on their instruments.

Chamber Ensemble for Youth Take the next step and expand your reper-toire while playing in an intimate group. Ad-vance your skills to include balance, phrasingand intonation. Chamber music offers playersthe perfect balance between solo and or-chestral performing.Free for current Music Institute students.

Others may participate. Fee: $330M/$360NM 12MU122F

Youth Wind EnsembleTake the next step by expanding your reper-toire while playing in an intimate group. Ad-vance your skills in phrasing, intonation,counting and playing with others. Ensemblesoffer players the perfect balance betweensolo and orchestral performing. The ensem-ble is open to all enthusiastic players ages 9-19. However you mustbe able to read music.

Adult Music Programs

Adult Chamber Group 90 minutes weekly. 15 week session Take the next step and expand your reper-toire while playing in an intimate group. Ad-vance your skills to include balance, phrasingand intonation. Chamber music offers playersthe perfect balance between solo and or-chestral performing. Open to all levels, how-ever, you must be able to read music.Fee: $330M/$360NMWednesdays 7:30pm 12MU125F

A Cappella GroupAre you devoted to an advanced a cappellasinging? Do you enjoy reading challengingmusic for the sheer pleasure of it? Join us fora once a month choral music session. Strongsight-reading skills and choral experience aresuggested.Fee: $10M/$15NM 12MU126F

Recorder EnsembleMusicians of all levels get together and enjoyplaying multi-part music on an instrumentthat is easy to learn. Those who play com-patible instruments or sing are also wel-comed. For more information please contactSteve Soffer, 718.720.1593. Avis/South Shore: Mondays, 4pm Bernikow: Fridays, 1pm Free for JCC members/$50NM 12MU127F

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RECITALThe students of The Dorothy Delson KuhnMusic Institute will perform to celebrateRussian Heritage week on Concert is free and open to the public.Monday, October 25, 7pm

MUSIC WORKSHOPJohann Sebastian BachTuesday, November 15, 6pm

MUSIC INSTITUTE CONCERTfeaturing faculty and studentsNovember Date TBA

PUPPET MUSICAL for young audiences Sunday, December 4, 2pm

Music Faculty

PianoNelly CherepinskayaTatyana CherepinskayaMasha DubravinGregory EnvidLisa Forst Yelena KhaymovichRaisa ShikhmanEileen Siegel

GuitarFred CrissonKris Kaiser

StringsRosi HertleinEileen Siegel

WoodwindsDaniel KelleyJanet SirottaMargaret Wiltrout

BrassAlan AureliaCarolyn Clark

VoiceLisa Forst Rosi HertleinRaisa Shikhman

Early Childhood MusicLisa ForstKelly Grant

Theory, Music AppreciationFred CrissonRaisa Shikhman

Chamber MusicJanet Sirotta

PercussionThomas BakerJamie Silberberg

Private lessonsPrivate lessons may be 30, 45 or 60 min-utes. Enrollment is for 30 weekly lessonsfrom October through June. A special pro-vision is made for late registrants. Lessonsare offered at both the Joan and AlanBernikow JCC and Avis/South Shore JCC. Private lessons are available in:• Piano• Guitar• Violin• Cello• Voice• Clarinet• Flute• Oboe

HAVE YOU JOINED OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR SIGNED UP FOR TWITTER? VISIT SIJCC.ORG AND SIGN UPKEEP UP WITH ALL THE FUN ALL YEAR LONG.

• Saxophone• Trumpet • Recorder • French horn• Trombone • Tuba• Drums

Music Master ClassesEach of these workshops will concentrate ona particular composer, style, technique andwill be filled with demonstrations. The presentations will be interactive and arehighly recommended for current students ofthe Music Institute.

Adult Piano ClassesHave you always wanted to play piano butnever had the time? Now is your chance!10 sessions. Fee: $150M/$180NM 12MU128FMondays, 6pm

Adult Vocal EnsembleParticipants will have the opportunity to singBroadway hit tunes, Hebrew folk and Hassidicmusic, music of the Yiddish theatre and more.Members will meet weekly under the leader-ship of Choir Director Neil M. Giniger andaccompanist Yelena Khaymovich. Starts in October

Family Music Programs

Fun With A DrumSunday, October 18, 5pm

Family Concert Series with EmilySunday, September 25, 11:30amSunday, October 23, 11:30amSunday, November 20, 11:30am

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avis fitnessMelissa Kraker, Health & Fitness Director 718.475.5274 mkraker@sijcc.comCarol Weinberg, Group Fitness Coordinator 718.475.5270 ext 1205 scubajcc@verizon.net

“The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don’t want,drink what you don’t like and do what you’d rather not”. (MarkTwain) If you tell yourself you will always struggle with weight loss,you will. If you believe you are “too busy” to exercise then thingsaren’t going to change. You won’t make the time-you WILL be toobusy. Your brain needs the right fuel too..feed it junk and you willhave junky thoughts. Change your mind and you will improve

110%. At the JCC, our core values of trust, caring, integrity, passion, peak attitude, happiness

and personal fitness guide everything that we do at the South Shore fitness center. Our goalis that every member is treated like an individual and feels supported and motivated to getfit and most importantly have fun in the process. Health is a gift to be treasured, each day isa day to live healthy and make better choices. Fall into the right place this season by visitingour state of the art fitness facility and getting yourself into the best shape ever!!! All ourequipment is virtually brand new including our Cardio Theater TV system that is mountedright to your treadmill. Now you can view your favorite TV show while engaging in exercise andreap the benefits of the best of both worlds. We provide an array of services and offer an ex-tensive selection of cardiovascular fitness equipment such as elliptical trainers, recumbentbikes, step machines and treadmills. We welcome all new and existing members to exploreour fitness center - we have the newest strength training machines and dumbbells, our pop-ular menu of group fitness classes and a spacious fitness room complete with all the “toolsof the trade” to mold you into your obtainable fitness physique. Our personnel are trained toeducate members about the equipment and assist with their workouts. Our Personal trainershold nationally recognized certifications and are CPR/AED certified. Take a little time for yourself; we are all about family, fitness and FUN. A comprehensive

fitness routine can help you improve your cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, endurance,flexibility and mental health.

Locker RentalsOur Fitness Center has male and femalelocker rooms equipped with showers. Lockersare for daily use only.• You can rent a locker for only $30 annually. 12FC107• We also have mini lockers for wallets, cash and valuables for 25 cents.

Enrollment Policy• Everyone wishing to join the Fitness Centerwill be asked to complete a Liability Waiver.If you have a medical restriction, you will beasked to provide a medical clearance notefrom your physician.• You are entitled to two complimentary 30minute orientations upon joining the FitnessCenter. Please note our orientations are byappointment only.

Teen MembershipThe Teen rate/discount is for ages 12-20.• Teens are required to go through the orien-tation process to ensure a safe environmentfor themselves as well as others aroundthem. Once they do this, they are permittedto use the Fitness Center without parental su-pervision.• Teens can only use the Fitness Center dur-ing non-school hours.

Guest Pass Policy • Daily Guest passes are $15 12FC106• If you join our Fitness Center within 30 daysof the expiration of your guest pass, you mayapply the guest fee towards your member-ship dues.• Guest Passes are issued at the Receptiondesk in the lobby. We will photocopy yourDriver’s License or Photo ID card for securitypurposes before issuing the Guest Pass.

New Member OrientationsOur two complimentary 30 minute orienta-tions are required for each new member andshould be scheduled by a personal trainerupon joining. This orientation is a basicdemonstration of the safe and effective oper-ation of the cardio and strength trainingequipment. Some of these orientations growinto a comprehensive fitness assessment ses-sion (Personal training) and relationships be-tween the member and trainers are wellestablished as they reach their obtainablegoals.

AVIS FITNESS HOURSMonday-Thursday 8am - 2pm/

3:30 - 8:30pm Friday 8am - 2pmSaturday closedSunday 8am - 1pmWe’re open all national holidays from 8:30am - 12:30pm

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ssPersonal Training Get maximum results in minimum time with a program designed specifically for you. Ourcertified personal trainers will customize a workout to meet your fitness goals. Working witha trainer is one of the fastest, easiest, most successful ways to improve your health andfitness. JCC trainers will help you tackle any of the following fitness challenges:• Lose weight • Make lifestyle changes• Monitor your progress • Set realistic goals and determine safe strategies• Learn the correct way to use equipment and appropriate form and technique for cardiovascular work and weight training.

• Get motivated and stay motivated. Purchase the Personal Training package that fits your interest. To add some extra fun, consider a “2 Fit” package for you and a friend to do together. Packages are available for 3, 5 and 10 sessions of 30 or 60 minutes each.

Package Single Person 2 Fit (2 People) 3 pack of 30 minutes $70 12FC111 $90 12FC1125 pack of 30 minutes $120 12FC113 $140 12FC11410 pack of 30 minutes $220 12FC115 $250 12FC1163 pack of 60 minutes $130 12FC117 $160 12FC1185 pack of 60 minutes $230 12FC119 $260 12FC12010 pack of 60 minutes $430 12FC121 $460 12FC122

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Travel BasketballEverything else is ok• Play in CYO league• Play against and travel to other JCC’s• Includes tournaments• All players are required to participate infundraisers to support program• All players on travel teams must also play inthe Intramural ProgramFEE: $340M/$420NMIncludes Awards Dinner and Ceremony w/trophies plus two outside tournaments andthe Fertig Tournament Shoot for SuccessBasketball TrainingTeam Tryouts: Sunday, September 18Boys3rd -5th 10am 12PE251F6th - 7th 11am 12PE252F8th 12 noon 12PE253FGirls3rd-5th 1pm 12PE254F6th - 7th 2pm 12PE255F8th 3pm 12PE256F

High School Basketball Pre-Season LeagueThis is the perfect time to tune up for the highschool season. 10 games plus play offs.Registration dateMonday, September 12, 7pm 12PE206FFees: $100 includes T shirt Please call Paul Demarco for details718.435.5103

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Birthday Parties JCC Birthday Parties is now catering to Adults and the Special Needs population in additionto children! This fall is a great time to throw an outdoor adult party at our beautiful HenryKaufman Campgrounds! The atmosphere is ideal for picnic style food for all your guests onSaturday nights or Sunday afternoons. The possibilities are endless between the beautifulsurroundings and over 100 acres of outdoor recreational space, a softball field, a coveredpavilion for shelter and shade, BBQ grills, parking for over 200 of your closest friends andmore! The Sports and Rec Department has been celebrating many children’s birthday parties

through the years. Party packages can include magicians, animal encounters, swimming,sports, music, dance and much more. All parties are age appropriate and specifically de-signed with your child in mind. We specialize in customized celebrations and we will do ourbest to make your party as memorable as possible. All basic party packages include pizza,cake and beverages and an hour in our Olympic size pool or outdoor pool at HKC with thebase package rate of $475 up to 20 children. The birthday child is free and we include 10complimentary guest passes for any guest at the party wishing to use our fitness facility! Allparties are offered on Sunday afternoon and there are two party hosts with each party wholead the children into tons of fun!! For more information, please pick up a Birthday Party Package Folder located at the re-

ception desks or contact birthday party coordinator Melissa at mkraker@sijcc.com or718.475.5274.

Shoot for Success Basketball TrainingAll sessions supervised and instructed byGerry Mosley.Learning the art of shooting, passing, drib-bling, rebounding and defense. Gerry has ex-tensive experience in NCAA-sanctionedleagues and will bring his dynamic style, andexperienced staff to our camp. Each camperwill receive quality instruction in individualand team concepts. We ensure quality teach-ing of fundamentals and personalized atten-tion to skill development. 10 sessions 12PE401Fee: $125M/$150NM Call Mike Reape, 718.475.5212 or GerryMosley, 917.865.6509 Free Clinics Sunday, October 23

PreK & K 10am1st & 2nd 11am 3rd & 4th 12 noon5th & 6th 1pm7th & 8th 2pm

Men’s Unlimited BasketballRegistration is ongoing. Please contact MikeReape, 718.475.5212 for details.Fees $500 per team 12PE211F

Group FitnessCheck out some of our great classes. GroupFitness Classes are free to JCC members

Body Pump This 60 minute workout challenges all of yourmajor muscle groups by using the best weightroom exercises like squats, presses lifts andcurls. Great Music Great Experience!Enjoy one of the six classes offered.

Going the Distance with BobbyThere’s nothing like a boxing workout to getyou in shape. Go the distance with Bobby!Mondays, 6:00pm

Dumbell Conditioning with Bobby Tuesdays 7pm

Ab Lab with AlAn intense high interval core dynamic workout!30 minutesWednesday, 5pm

Personal TrainingIf you are looking for a personal fitness pro-gram that will deliver results and keep youmotivated, our programs are perfect for you!Group Personal TrainingAffordable, small group personal training andprogressive fitness programs designed tomeet your needs. Fun, motivating and re-sults-driven. TRX Suspension TrainingTotal Body Resistance Exercise that tonesyour body and strengthens your core.30 Minute Boxing Sessions For an ultimate power and conditioning work-out.

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Fitness Policies & RulesAge Limit - Children under the age of 16 are notpermitted in the Fitness Center. Youth 13 - 15years are able to use the Fitness Center onlyafter undergoing a JCC Teen Tune-Up Certi-fication Course and they check in with thefitness staff verifying their eligibility eachtime they work out. Note: There is a $30charge for the Teen Tune-Up CertificationCourse, and both sessions must be completedbefore the individual is allowed to utilize theFitness Center and its programs. 12BFC140

Towel ServiceTowel service is available for the term of yourmembership at no additional cost. With thisservice, at the Sports & Wellness receptiondesk, you must register for towel exchangecards in order to access towels.

Locker Rooms Our locker rooms are designed to fit all yourneeds. Whether changing before and after aworkout or massage, or just unwinding in thesauna or steam room, you can have access toa locker for the day or annually. Lockers areavailable for daily use at no charge. Locks arenot provided and if left on lockers overnightare subject to being cut off. Age recommen-dation - children of opposite sex no older thanage 4. A family changing room is available.

Locker Rentals Instead of carrying your workout clothes backand forth to the gym, the Bernikow JCC Fit-ness Center offers annual locker rentals, giv-ing you one less thing to worry about. Rentallockers are available on a first come firstserved basis, and are only available to Platinum members. Fee: $12 month/$144 annual 12BFC101

DR. RON & NANCY AVIS FITNESS CENTERFEEL STRONG. LIVE HEALTHY. BE INSPIRED.All of us have different reasons for why we come to the JCCFitness Center, and what we do inside its 5,000 square feet offitness brilliance. No matter what kind of fitness activity youchoose, our enthusiastic staff will be there to assist you with our

equipment, offer suggestions for your workout and provide helpful fitness tips.Our signature fitness & personal training programs, cutting-edge equipment and innova-

tive classes distinguish us as so much more than just your ordinary health club. We continueto expand our program offerings and are excited to introduce new, innovative elements toour membership.

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Breast cancer treatments canbe life-saving, yet often leaveexhaustion and other healthconcerns in their wake.Research shows the rightblend of exercise can helpyou:• Lower the odds of breast cancer recurrence• Boost energy and strength• Restore ease in performing daily tasksThis exciting, effective 6 week program will

help you exercise safely while enhancingyour overall health whether you’re in themidst of treatment or years beyond it.Designed by Harvard breast cancer surgeon& survivor Dr. Carolyn M. Kaelin and MasterTrainers Josie Gardiner and Joy Prouty, it isthe only breast cancer recovery program ap-proved by the American CouncilGroup classes are tailored for different sur-geries and adapted for all fitness levels. Aone-on-one interview with a trainer is re-quired before class begins.

Femcho* for teen and pre-teen girls*(feminine, energetic, mindful, cool, healthy and original) If you are passionate about your daughter feeling strong,special and powerful inside and out, then this program is forher! This educational program is dedicated to character de-velopment and fitness lifestyle. The curriculum offers an in-depth look at the 6 key components on how to be theultimate femcho woman with small group discussions thatgive them the chance to express themselves. Our programis designed to develop inner and outer strength for teen and pre-teen girls and encourageshealth, self-respect, and a fit body and mind. While participating in physical activities such asstrength and cardio-vascular conditioning, coordination and flexibility, the girls affirm theirself worth, while repeating words to develop power, confidence and compassion. At Femcho,we will discuss important topics girls face each day. Talk about healthy living and how to dis-cover and appreciate your own uniqueness and to respect others. Following the physicalworkout, the girls participate in a peer appropriate discussion that helps them to explore anddiscover their full potential as young women. This will be a 10 week program offered at boththe Avis & Bernikow after school in the fall plus a complimentary class for any girl interested.See September Bulletin for further details or email mkraker@sijcc.com or eyard@sijcc.com.

Laughter YogaLaughter Yoga is arevolutionary idea– simple and profound. An exercise routine, it is sweepingthe world and is a complete wellbeing workout. LaughterYoga combines unconditional laughter with Yogic Breathing(Pranayama). Anyone can laugh for no rea-son, without relying on humor, jokes or com-edy. Laughter is stimulated as a bodyexercise in a group; with eye contact andchildlike playfulness, it soon turns into realand contagious laughter. The concept ofLaughter Yoga is based on a scientific factthat the body cannot differentiate betweenfake and real laughter. One gets the samephysiological and psychological benefits.

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spa @ the j holistic health centerMITCHELL SCOTT GORDON SPA AT THE JChoose from a wide array of services-massages, facials includingtherapeutic skin treatments, body treatments, reflexology, andbody waxing as well as spa manicures and spa pedicures. All ofour treatments are provided by licensed New York State mas-sage therapists, estheticians or cosmetologists. We offer profes-

sional salon services in a private, tranquil environment-designed with you in mind. A visitto our spa is the perfect way to begin the fall season.

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Acupunture Acupuncture is among the oldest healingpractices in the world. As part of traditionalChinese medicine, acupuncture aims to re-store and maintain health through the stimu-lation of specific points on the body. In theUnited States, where practitioners incorpo-rate healing traditions from China, Japan,Korea, and other countries, acupuncture isconsidered part of complementary and alter-native medicine.

HomeopathyWhat is homeopathy?Homeopathy, or homeopathic medicine, is amedical philosophy and practice based on theidea that the body has the ability to heal itself.Homeopathy was founded in the late 1700s inGermany and has been widely practicedthroughout Europe. Homeopathic medicineviews symptoms of illness as normal re-sponses of the body as it attempts to regainhealth. It is based on the idea that "like cureslike." That is, if a substance causes a symptomin a healthy person, giving the person a verysmall amount of the same substance maycure the illness. In theory, a homeopathic doseenhances the body's normal healing and self-regulatory processes.A homeopathic health practitioner (home-

opath) uses pills or liquid mixtures (solutions)containing only a little of an active ingredient(usually a plant or mineral) for treatment ofdisease. These are known as highly diluted or"potentiated" substances. There is some evi-dence to show that homeopathic medicinesmay have helpful effects.What is homeopathy used for?Historically, people have used homeopathy

to maintain health and treat a wide range oflong-term illnesses, such as allergies, atopicdermatitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and irritablebowel syndrome They have also used it totreat minor injuries, such as cuts and scrapesand muscle strains or sprains. Homeopathictreatment is not considered appropriate forillnesses such as cancer, heart disease, majorinfections, or emergencies. Homeopathy hasbeen widely used in India, England, and otherEuropean countries.

Spa @ the J Holistic Health Center is now offering Acupuncture, Hypnotherapy, Homeopathyand Massage. For information on fees, times, days and dates please call the Sports and Well-ness Desk at 718.475.5210 or e-mail Eileen Yard, Director of Wellness at eyard@sijcc.com.

HypnosisHypnosis is a popular technique used forweight loss, smoking cessation, healing, re-laxation and stress relief. It's used to get rid ofundesired behaviors and beliefs and to mani-fest new desires. If you want to influence your subconscious

mind to accept new programming for positivechanges, hypnosis is an effective method fordoing that. One of the main benefits of hypnosis is that

when you are in a hypnotic state, brain wavefrequencies slow down. You concentrate orfocus your awareness and are much moreaware than usual. A state of focused aware-ness almost feels as though you are more ofan observer of thought and images instead ofa part of them. This allows you to bypass the"gatekeepers" at the entrance to the subcon-scious and superconscious so you can accessthese levels of consciousness directly, and thebrain is much more receptive to suggestion.The unconscious, or subconscious can then bereprogrammed so it lets go of old patterns,beliefs and feelings that no longer serve you.They can be replaced with suggestions thatare positive and affirming. The supercon-scious mind can open new insights and cre-ative ideas. A common misperception is thatyou only have to be hypnotized once to makepermanent changes. Sometimes this is thecase, but for lasting positive changes hypno-sis suggestions need to be repeated severaltimes until your mind accepts the new pro-gramming.

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RICHMOND COUNTY SAVINGS BANK FOUNDATION HEALTH & FITNESS WINGPerla & Richard Kuhn Gym

Autistic Sports/Recreation Programming Learning and participating in athletic skills is agood exercise that many ASD children do notget as they are often not part of an organizedteam. Sports/Rec programs will provide asafe environment that will encourage exer-cise, socialization and fun for ASD children. Ithas been proven that team sports help somechildren with autism towards increasing theirpatience, reduce temper tantrums, and en-hance social skills, physical coordination, aswell as their focus and attention.Swimming - Water safetyBasic swimming skills are so important for allchildren, but especially for children who areless aware of their surroundings. Swimmingcan aid children with emotional, behavioral,sensory, and communication disorders. It alsoimproves muscle development, coordination,relaxation, and building self-esteem.Basketball All players need to work on individual skills aswell as team-building skills for this sport.There will be timed stations where the chil-dren will work on their attention and focus,independent transitions to all stations, andbasic skills, such as chest pass, bounce passand defensive stance. We will use relay gamesto encourage team-building skills and an un-derstanding that they are a part of a whole.We will incorporate skills most ASD kids needto address, such as turn-taking, keepinghands to self, cooperative play, communicat-ing appropriately with peers, staying on task,exhibiting good sportsmanship, putting forthbest effort and following teacher’s verbal/vi-sual directions. 10 sessions. Sundays 10am and Tuesdays, 4:30pmYogaYoga offers a structured, focused activitythat doesn’t have a judgmental right/wrongcomponent. The students will always seethemselves as successful and will find theirfavorite positions. Yoga can address prob-lems of heightened anxiety, poor motor coor-dination and strength, and weakself-regulation for children with autism spec-trum disorders. Classes may include: music,dance, rhymes and stories. Fee: $100M/$125NM 12PE102FSundays 10am and Tuesdays 4:30-6pmStarts Sunday, October 23, 10am

Outdoor/Indoor SoccerLearn how to play Soccer. It’s a great way toteach children the value of team play whileincreasing their coordination. Join the J’s fa-vorite soccer coach, Abe for clinic and leagueplay on Sundays and Thursdays. The fun be-gins Sunday, September 12. Please call AbeMedina with questions or further information,718.475.5200 ext 1107. Fee: $135M/$170NM 12PE301F

Introduction to Sports Not sure what sport your child is interestedin, Let us help! This introductory class willgive your young athlete the chance to sam-ple soccer, baseball, football skills (non con-tact) Boot Camp training, Floor Hockey andmore. At the conclusion of the class yourchild will receive a Sports Diploma from theJCC of Staten Island. 10 sessionsStarts: Wednesday, September 28, 4pm Fee: $100M/$150NM 12PE101F

JCC Presents Baseball FutureStars Training Academy with Dan Lynch, pro baseball instructorT ball - 4th gradeDan’s Baseball Training offers young playersa variety of instruction to choose from. De-pending on your position we can teach youunique skills. He specializes in tutoring youngplayers, providing them with the skills to pro-pel them into Little League. • Coaching from professional director and staff • Baseball instruction, drills and scrimmages • Personal evaluation of your baseball skills• Advice to parents as what to expect in Little League • Weekly report card10 sessions. Fee: $125M/$150NM 12PE361FStarts Sunday, October 2, 11:30am-1pm & Tuesdays, 4-5pm Call Dan Lynch for details 646.824.6991

Tennis Our certified tennis instructors have over 15years of practical experience. Our programis designed and structured for kids to learn,rally and play quickly. Participants will re-ceive extensive instruction in fundamentalstroke production and basic strategies. Inter-mediate players will work on making shotsmore reliable and effective. Classes are con-ducted in the gymnasium at the Bernikow. Allparticipants should bring a tennis racquetand a water bottle! Please check our Bulletinsand website for specific dates and timesor email mkraker@sijcc.com.

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LUCILLE & JAY CHAZANOFF INDOOR POOL COMPLEXTake time to enjoy the Aquatic Center at the Bernikow JCC as youswim the beautiful Olympic size indoor pool overlooking the GreenBelt and relax in the steam room, sauna and whirlpool. Plus, compli-mentary towel service and grooming stations will enhance youraquatic activities. We’ve thought of everything, so you don’t have to!

aquaticsClaudia McLaughlin, Aquatics Director 718.475.5215 cmclaughlin@sijcc.comPhylis Goldberg, Aquatic Supervisor 718.475.5215 pgoldberg@sijcc.com

Pool Schedule

Monday to Thursday 6am to 10:30pm Friday 6am to 6:30pmSaturday and Sunday 7am to 6:30pmPlease refer to the pool calendar for gender swims and pool closings.

Splash Aqua WorkoutWhether you’re looking for a change in yourworkout routine, giving overstressed or in-jured muscles a break, or just looking to havefun, Splash is for you! By combining the re-sistance of water, the power of specializedwater equipment, and the energy of your fa-vorite instructors, your workout becomes awhole new, energizing experience. This non-impact, total body workout welcomes all fit-ness levels. So, what are you waiting for? Gograb your swimsuit and Splash your way to ahealthier you! Look for the group schedulefor the days and times.

Gender SwimsPlease check the online schedule for all gender swim times.

Richmond Aquatics Club @ the JCCThis United States Swim Team begins in Sep-tember and runs through August. This is theperfect program for an established competi-tive swimmer. The team is made of four train-ing groups from the ages of 8 – 18. Placementinto one of the two groups will be based onexperience, ability level and a tryout admin-istered by the coaches. There are two breaksbuilt in to the training year, one in April andone in August.

JCC Pre-Competitive/Richmond Aquatics (ages 6 – 18) Open to swimmers who want to stay in shapeand fine tune stroke mechanics year round.Focus is on the four competitive strokes:Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and But-terfly and also promotes the perfection ofstarts and turns. Team members participatein a team atmosphere without the pressureof competition. This program is designed forbeginner swimmers with basic knowledge inall strokes, to the more advanced swimmernot quite ready for competition. This is an

ongoing program. Please call for tryout timesand appointments. There are two sessionsfrom September - March and March -August. Fee for each session: $275M/$410NM 12AQ408

Lifeguard Training and CPRBecome a Red Cross certified lifeguard. Mustbe 15 years old and pass a preliminary swimtest. Class dates and times tbaFee: $225M/$280NM 12AQ211

Private Swim LessonsYouth & AdultsNothing benefits the young swimmer morethan personalized instruction. Have yourchild work one on one with a qualified in-structor. Or as for those adults who want tobe active and learn the basic skills to enjoybeing in the water. Scheduled by appointmentonly.Beginning at the current level of thechild/adult and working towards AmericanRed Cross Level skills.Fee: 30 minutes: $30M/$40NM; 12AQ20345 minutes: $40M/$55. 12AQ204

Pool PartiesEnjoy an hour of fun in our beautiful pool!We supply the lifeguards. You supply the fun.To plan you pool party call Melissa Kraker @718-475-5274

A Special Needs ProgramFor the child who needs extra care due to de-velopmental conditions A Special Needs Pro-gram helps children who need specialassistance with the development of motorskills as it exercises the joints and muscles intheir body.(5 sessions)Session I 12AQ105FTuesday, September 15 - October 13, 3:30-4:30pm Session II 12AQ106FTuesday, November 17 - December 15,3:30-4:30pmFee: $150M/$225NM

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Babies R Swimming “Baby Nemos” (age 6 months–2 ½ years)Put your child on the path to swimming. In-troduces infants/toddlers to the pool with thecomfort of their caregiver. An adult must ac-company the child in the pool for the entirelesson. Session I (5 sessions) Sundays only – Sunday, September 11- October 23,10:15-11am 12AQ101FSession II Sunday, November 6- December 11, 10:15-11am or 12AQ103FTuesday, November 8- December 15, 10:30am-11:15am & 12AQ104FThursday, November 10, 10:30-11:15am.Fee: Sunday Classes: $150M/$225NM Fee: Tuesday & Thursday Classes:$200M/$300NM

Pool Closings for Maintenance and HolidaysTuesday, September 27, 3pm - Sunday, October 9Re-opens Monday, October 10 closed for maintenance Wednesday, October 12, 4:30pm – Friday, October 14. Re-opens Saturday, October 15Wednesday, October 19, – Friday, October 21Re-opens Saturday, October 22

Swimming Lessons: The American Red Cross Way

“Tadpoles, Whales, Sharks and Dolphins”Level 1 through Level 4. There will be one 5-week session.Level 1- Introduction to Water Skills “Tadpoles”Sundays, 10am Session I 12AQ113F Session II 12AQ121F

or Tuesdays, 4:30pm Session I 12AQ114F Session II 12AQ122FAges 3 + years. Introduction to swimming. They will learn breath control and underwater swim-ming. Certified instructors will be teaching children swimming on front and back, and treading.Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatic Skills “Whales”Sundays, 10am Session I 12AQ15F Session II 12AQ123F

or Tuesdays, 4:30pm Session I 12AQ116F Session II 12AQ124FAges 3 + years. Whales begin their training with the front crawl (freestyle), elementary back-stroke, treading water and introduction to rhythmic breathing.Level 3 – Stroke Development “Sharks”Sundays, 11am Session I 12AQ117F Session II 12AQ125F

or Thursdays, 4:30pm Session I 12AQ118F Session II 12AQ126FAges 5 + years. Our Sharks work on refining their Level 2 skills. Front crawl (freestyle) andbackstroke skills are developed and diving is introduced.Level 4 – Stroke Improvement “Dolphins”Sundays, 11am Session I 12AQ119F Session II 12AQ127F

or Thursdays, 4:30pm Session I 12AQ120F Session II 12AQ128FAges 6 + years. Refinement of Level 3 skills. This program will include freestyle, backstroke,introduction to breaststroke and butterfly and open turns. There will be two 5-week sessions.Fee: $150M/$225NM

Session I Level 1 and 2Sunday, September 1 1- October 23 10-11am OR Tuesday, September 13- October 25, 4:30-5:30pm Level 3 and 4 Sunday only until Session IISunday, September 11- October 23, 11am- 12 noon

Session II Level 1 and 2 Sunday, November 6 - December 4,10:15-11am ORTuesday, November 8- December 6, 4:30pm Level 3 and 4Sunday, November 6- December 4, 11am –12:00pm OR Thursday, November 10 - December 15,4:30-5:30pm

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Celebrating over 30 Years!The JCC and Richmond Gymnastics Center have come together to make our gymnastic facilitythe largest on Staten Island. The Richmond Gymnastics Center introduced gymnastics to NewYork City over 30 years ago. Since then, they have trained Staten Island's finest gymnasts.

Richmond Gymnastics Center, expert in thePre-School Gymnastics field, has trainedpreschoolers for the past 30 years. Classes forall age groups culminate with a Gymnastic ex-hibition held at the JCC.

Pre-teams and team programs:USAG Levels 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 are heldMonday through Friday. 3 to 15 hours perweek are required to become a team member. Fees: $620 (10 months) or $62 a month Members$720 (10 mo.) or $72 a month NonMembers 12RG101($25 Non-member registration fee)

12RG103Day and time will be given to you upon regis-tration. Pay in full or provide credit card num-ber to be debited monthly. Sibling and grouprates available.

AVIS/SOUTH SHORE CLASS SCHEDULE

Wigglers 2 ½ year olds co-ed Monday 10am

Trompers3 & 4 year olds co-ed Monday 11am, 12pm, 4pm

Wednesday 4pmThursday 4pm

Super RompersGirls and Boys Monday 4pm, 5pm

5 & 6 year olds Tuesday 4pm, 5pm, 6pmWednesday 4pm, 5pmThursday 4pm, 5pmFriday 4pm

Girls and Boys7, 8 & 9 year olds Monday 5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm

Tuesday 4pm, 5pm, 6pmWednesday 5pm, 6pm or 5-7pmThursday 4pm, 5pm, 6pm or 5-7pmFriday 5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm

10 years old and over Monday 5pm-6pm or 5-7pmTuesday 5pm-6pm or 5-7pmWednesday 5pm-6pm or 5-7pmThursday 5pm-6pm or 5-7pm

BERNIKOW CLASS SCHEDULEBoys and Girls Monday 4pm (all ages), 3 years & older 5pm (7+ years)

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Program Philosophy:Our main objective is to further the develop-ment of all our students as gymnasts. Ourrecreational and team programs will allow stu-dents to gain self-confidence, poise and pridein all they do; qualities that last a lifetime. For information call 718.475.5275 or718.720.7983.

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community programsJCC Community Health Insurance ProgramsMaureen Fisher, Director 718.981.1400 mfisher@sijcc.comSince 2000, our Community Health Insurance Programs (CHIP) have been offering enrollmentinto Child Health Plus, Family Health Plus and Medicaid at convenient locations on Staten Is-land, and help with problems or issues you might have with your insurance carrier or healthcare provider through our Community Health Advocates Program (CHA). At our offices,friendly and knowledgeable enrollers will help you determine eligibility and apply for the ap-propriate public health insurance program, available to almost all children under the age of 19and moderate to low income adults. These terrific New York State funded insurance programshave helped residents manage their health through comprehensive benefits. Enrollers will alsohelp you choose a health plan and primary care physician – all at no cost to you! In 2010 thestaff at the CHIPS office enrolled over 4,000 people into health insurance programs. The elim-ination of the resource test and recent increase in income levels makes more people than evereligible for public health insurance programs. Call the CHIP office to see if you qualify.Our CHA coordinator is trained to assist you in answering questions and solving problems.Knowledgeable and caring, she will help you navigate the confusing maze of managed care,whether you have public or private health insurance. She can also screen you for public healthinsurance eligibility, assist you with your re-certification, and conduct presentations a varietyof topics, including "Consumer Rights and Responsibilities" and "Public Health InsuranceEligibility and Re-certification." Please call at 718.981.1400 if you are interested in schedulinga presentation at your business or organization.Visit us at our main office located at 1859 Victory Boulevard (between Manor Road andJewett Avenue) or telephone us at 718.981.1400 to see if you qualify for one of our programs.Our enrollers can offer assistance in a number of languages including English, Spanish, Polish,Russian, Yiddish, Ukrainian.Other convenient locations include:• Avis/South Shore JCC, 1297 Arthur Kill Road 718.475.5271• Project Hospitality, 514 Bay Street 718.720.8807• Community Health Center of Richmond, 166 Port Richmond Ave. 718.981.1400

Beacon ProgramsI.S. 49 JCC/Beacon ProgramIngrid Ebanks, Director 718.556.1565 Steve Kessler, Afterschool Coordinator

Now in its tenth year of service to the com-munities of Park Hill and Stapleton on thenorth shore of Staten Island, the JCC/Bea-con Program offers a wide variety of es-sential services to school age children aswell as adults. Our mission is to provide ac-tivities that are not generally available toresidents of these communities. Regularlyscheduled afterschool, evening and Satur-day programs include academic tutoring,social services, recreation, leadership de-velopment, music, dance, art and drama aswell as nutritional counseling, pregnancyprevention, good health recommendations,cultural and educational special events. We provide services to over 1,200 youth

and adults each month.

Tottenville JCC/Beacon Program at Tottenville High School Cliff Bloom, Director 718.605.3033

The JCC/Beacon program at TottenvilleHigh School provides opportunities to com-munity residents of the south shore ofStaten Island. Our goal is to offer additionalservices such as: academic tutoring, recre-ation, leadership development and socialservices, all free of charge to our commu-nity. As we enter our third year at Tottenville,

we will be serving over 1,800 students andadults each month. We will continue to offerservices and activities that are necessarybut not as available to our community resi-dents as they would like. We will try and bea resource for a lack of services that ourcommunity residents’ desire.

JCC/Beacon Cornerstone ProgramIngrid Ebanks, Director 718.981.0500Debra Fredrick, Onsite DirectorStarting its third year, the JCC/Beacon Satellite provides services for both children andadults in the NYCHA Housing in Stapleton. Similar to the IS 49 program, there is an after-school program for children followed by diverse activities for adults in the evening. Activi-ties at the Beacon Satellite are age appropriate and based on the expressed needs andinterests of the participants. In April, 2011 Cornerstone moved into the Gerald Carter Com-munity Center. Regularly scheduled afterschool, evening and Saturday programs include ac-ademic, recreational, social services, and the arts.

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sCitizenship PreparationPart of the naturalization process includes suc-cessfully completing a test administered bythe US Citizenship and Immigration Service.This course helps prepare immigrants to

take that test by introducing US history andgovernment with the appropriate English vo-cabulary and grammar structure for ESL stu-dents who are preparing to take the UScitizenship examination. Practice questionsand books are supplied.Please call 718.508.3885 for further infor-

mation and availability.

ESL - English As A Second LanguageThis program is designed to help immigrantsin the community learn and improve theirEnglish language skills. Regardless of the lan-guage you speak, we can teach you English.There are classes available in both beginnerand intermediate levels. This is an intensivecourse given two times a week for a 10 weekcycle. Students are assessed and put into ap-propriate classes according to level. Thefocus is to facilitate conversational English,reading and writing in order for students tofind employment, make promotional gainsand increase involvement in their children’seducation. Contact Carolyn Magliolo, ESL Coordinator,

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Health Literacy ClassesAsk us about our partnerships with Staten Is-land University Hospital and Richmond Uni-versity Medical Center which provides ESOLclasses to community members who wouldbenefit from assistance navigating the health-care system. Help will be given, for example,in reading signs and maps, asking the rightquestions of healthcare providers, filling outinsurance forms, managing chronic diseases,following medical instructions, measuring andscheduling medications to name a few. Stu-dents will learn preventative activities like ex-ercising, eating healthy foods, and how tomanage stress. For more information regard-ing participating hospitals please call718.508.3885.

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Preparatory ProgramRose Shargo, Director718.508.3881 rshargo@sijcc.comMaria Anselmo, Program Coordinator718.508.3882 manselmo@sijcc.comThe JCC offers GED preparatory classeswhich provide students with the necessaryskills needed to pass the GED (high schoolequivalency diploma) exam. Classes are FREEand are taught by qualified instructors. Dayand evening schedules are available. OfficialState Practice tests are administered to allstudents to determine when their ready topass the GED exam. This program providesscheduling for all eligible students to taketheir GED exam at the local testing center.Requirements for admittance; applicant mustbe 17.5 years old or older at the time of regis-tration and score an intermediate level orhigher on the entrance exam. Enrollment islimited for this successful program. If you areserious about continuing your education, callour GED Hotline 718.508.3895. Becomefriends with us on Facebook @ “JCC Ged”.

Literacy Zone ProgramMaria Anselmo, Coordinator 718.981.1716 718.508.3882

The JCC is pleased to announce an exciting new initiative called the Literacy Zone Program. LiteracyZones were developed by the New York State Board of Regents and the State Education Departmentto close the achievement gap in urban and rural communities of concentrated poverty and large num-bers of families and individuals with limited literacy or English language proficiency. The program pro-vides a systemic focus on meeting the literacy needs of communities, from birth to adult. The JCC, inpartnership with Project Hospitality, El Centro del Immigrante and Make the Road New York will havetwo Family Welcome Centers at which interested individuals can obtain comprehensive servicesfocusing on offering them pathways out of poverty. Services include the following:• A continuum of literacy services from early childhood through adult, including strong support for par-ent involvement in their child’s literacy development at home and engagement with the school system;• Assistance and support for at-risk youth to enable them to complete high school and succeed inpostsecondary education or advanced training;• Postsecondary transition that enable out-of-school youth and adults to attain a high school equiva-lency diploma and succeed in postsecondary education;• Programs that enable out-of-school youth and adults who are receiving public assistance, foodstamps, or families with family incomes less than 200% of poverty to obtain and retain employment;• Pathways to citizenship and English language proficiency for limited English language adults;• Workforce development programs, including apprenticeship, career and technical education, andcareer pathways;• Support for mature workers and senior citizens to enable them to stay out of poverty

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Registration formHow to Register 1. Fill out a registration form COMPLETELY for each individual registering. Additional forms are availablein the Center lobby or you may duplicate as many forms as you need. 2. Write a check to the JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER for full tuition to cover all classes and activities re-quested. 3. Full payment must accompany registration or registration will not be accepted. 4. Place the registration form(s) and your check in an envelope and either address completely for mailingor see the receptionist at either JCC building. If mailing, mark the envelope "Registration." 5. No confirmation will be sent. Participants are expected at the first session as listed. You will be notifiedonly if a class is cancelled. 6. Non-members may enroll only in those classes that show a non-member fee. 7. Not responsible for typographical errors.

Member InformationPlease return to the JCC, 1466 Manor Road, Staten Island, NY 10314. Please use a separate form for each person.Call 718.475.5200 for additional forms. When listing the course code in the shaded box below, members shoulduse the M code; non-members should use the NM.

Please Note: We agree that the JCC and/or UJA Federation may use any photograph, videotape or record in whichI/we appear, taken for purposes of publicity, and/or advertising, may be used without additional approval.

Authorization For Emergency Medical and/or Surgical TreatmentThis form must be on file for all children enrolled in courses. Authorization: In case of emergency, I herebyauthorize the doctor or hospital to which my child/children may be brought (and whomever they maydesignate as their assistant) to perform an emergency procedure or operation, to give treatment and theadministration of an anesthetic to my child. I also authorize the use of my hospitalization or medical cover-age as indicated below: Child(ren) Name_________________________________________________________________________________

Address ____________________________________ Zip _________ Phone ______________________

Emergency and/or work phone# must be entered here: # ________________________

Name of Insurance policy :____________________________ Date ________ Policy # _________________

Please Note: The authorization granted by this form will be used only where absolutely necessary and onlyafter every attempt has been made to contact the parent or guardian.

______________________________________________signature & relationship to child

Participant's Name Age Course Code # Class Name Day/Time Fee

Last Name First Name

Child’s Name Date of Birth

Child’s Name Date of Birth

Payment Information

❏ Platinum Member ❏ Gold Member ❏ Non-member Membership Expires _________________

❏ Enclosed is my check in the amount of $ _______________ made payable to the JCC.

❏ Credit Card ❏ ❏ ❏ Account Number ________________________________

Expiration Date _________ Signature ______________________________________________________

Child’s Name Date of Birth

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Designed to assist those in the Jewish community in need

Partners with:

• FEGSfor employment services

• NYLAG for legal services and

financial counseling

• MET Councilfor crisis intervention

services

• JBFCSfor psycho-social services

“We give you the place to come

to when you need the help you

never thought you would need.”

Call 718.475.5228 to begin services“The Jewish Community at Work for You!”

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