Dear Springfield JCC Members,
In this edition of J.Connection, we go behind the scenes to spotlight J Staff. This represents just a small sampling of the dedicated people who work to bring you quality programming both inside the J and Outside the Walls of the J.
Michael Paysnick
Executive Director
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J Member feature:
Read about Kristin Seeley on J Post News...
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Artisan Bread Recipe
Bev Nadler encourages you to try this great recipe.
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Virtual Book Club: July 6 | 11 am
Do you love a good read and want to get connected with others? Our book club is a great place to come together and chat about books. We've been meeting virtually with great success - even with those who are new to Zoom!
Our next meeting will be on Monday, July 6 at 11:00 AM, where we'll be discussing
Ask Again, Yes
by Mary Beth Keane. New members are always welcome. To join, please email
Nicole Longhi
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Do you want to join, but you're anxious about using Zoom?
We're more than happy to walk you through the process.
Having trouble finding ways to read new books?
Check out the apps Libby and Hoopla to get access to your library's digital collection. All you need is your library card number!
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Are you on the search for great Jewish film?
Deb Krivoy, Director of the Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival and Assistant Executive Director of the Springfield JCC, recently sat down with
The Schmooze,
the Yiddish Book Center's podcast, to discuss past festival favorites that can be streamed at home. Listen
here
!
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What are you reading?
Have you read a book recently that you'd like to recommend to your fellow J members? Please share your latest favorites with us so we can spread the word! Email your recommendations to
arts@springfieldjcc.org
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Health & Wellness Connection...
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Follow Me to the Virtual J this Father's Day!
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Exercise LIVE with the J Health & Wellness*
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Thursday 6.4:
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb |
Zoom
Password: 8G0FwP
Friday 6.5:
10:30 am | Active Adult Strengthening with Barb |
Zoom
Password: 5LxBRN
Sunday 6.7:
09:00 am | Workout with Janet |
Zoom
(no password required)
Monday 6.8
10:30 am | Pilates with Mary Ryzcek |
Zoom
Password: 5k6SQC
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb |
Zoom
Password: 8G0FwP
Tuesday 6.9:
06:00 am | Workout with Janet |
Zoom
(no password required)
10:30 am | Active Adult Strengthening with Barb |
Zoom
Password: 7pXdc7
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb |
Zoom
Password: 8G0FwP
Wednesday 6.10:
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb |
Zoom
Password: 8G0FwP
Thursday 6.11:
10:30 am | Pilates with Mary Ryzcek |
Zoom
Password:6uH97w
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb |
Zoom
Password: 8G0FwP
Friday 6.12:
10:30 am | Active Adult Strengthening with Barb |
Zoom
Password: 5LxBRN
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Your J Staff Spotlight...
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J Personal Trainers and Group Exercise Instructors
Join us in a HUGE shout-out to:
Doug Allen,
Janet Allen, Sean Martin,
Barb Orszulak, Kelly Perla, Mary Ryczek
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The J's Early Learning Center's Strong Pillar Donna Imelio
The Torah says the world stands on three pillars:
Donna Imelio, Jenn McGowan and Deb Cohen are the three pillars of the Springfield JCC's Early Learning Center.
Jenn and Deb know they are very lucky to have Donna as one of the Pillars.
"Donna has been working hard keeping everything running smoothly in the ELC office," says Deb. "But that is not all, she has been busy planting flowers and new bushes in the front of the ELC, and is making sure that we will come back to a beautiful school."
Donna misses everyone and can’t wait to share her stickers and hugs with all of the children.
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Emily Aron, Membership Director, Looks Forward to Schmoozing Again
Being out in the community and interacting with members is Emily's happy place.
"I miss seeing everyone’s face and sharing bagels," says Emily of the monthly Schmooze 'n Schmear lobby events at the J. Until we meet again in person, Emily has been reaching out to J Members to see how they are doing.
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Mazel Tov to the incoming BBYO L’Chayim Chapter Board!
This board was10th Board, elected by a group of peers recently.
"They are amazing young leaders and we can’t wait to see all the positive ways they help shape our local community," says Sonia Wilk.
BBYO is the leading pluralistic Jewish teen movement aspiring to involve more Jewish teens in more meaningful Jewish experiences.
Learn more...
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Tina Edwards Shouts Out to Kehillah Families
I've been fortunate to be able to connect to our friends and their families in the virtual world. It's heart-warming when the children and young adults introduce us to their families, pets, etc. I've also had the opportunity to talk to parents and caregivers and offer them support and advice, as needed. I'd like to give a shout-out to the moms, dads and caregivers with children of different abilities... They are heroes - it's hard enough when they are managing the kids or young adults schedules when school or their vocational settings are in session, but when there's nothing to look forward to, everyone's worlds are turned upside down. Parents and caregivers became their child's teacher, therapists, entertainer, cook, schedule maker, IT support staff, etc. overnight! These parents and caregivers are true heroes during this pandemic. I honor them and am grateful they've allowed us virtually into their homes to stay in touch, share laughter, music and activities together and I hope our virtual programs helped to lessen their burdens in some way.
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Sarah Goldstein
is among several J staff who are part of the Class of 2020, a unique experience to be logged in future historical documents. Sarah has also been instrumental in remaining connected to our Kehillah friends through social media.
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Coach Kim
Youth programs have a special flavor with Kim O'Neill. J Youth miss her as much as she misses them. Coach Kim has remained in touch through fun at-home videos. A favorite was the chalk workout.
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Seth Stutman,
your fearless J Camps Director, is using resources wisely…Seth is at the ready with a fresh hairdo, reminiscing about last summer and hoping J families will remain virtually connected until we can safely meet again.”
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J.Youth.Connection
Our youth program staff remain connected to J families with virtual content via J.Youth.Connection.
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J Post News
is the Springfield JCC’s Community Interest Web Page. Features include:
- J News
- Recipes
- Film Recommendations
- Exercise with J Trainers
- J Member Stories
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Facebook:
Kehillah
(for individuals with special needs)
PVJFF
(Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival)
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Instagram:
Twitter:
YouTube:
Miscellaneous:
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