May 13, 2020 | 19 Iyar 5780
Dear Springfield JCC Members,

Below are some May-inspired links for moms, daughters, and friends. Our J Post News also includes a story reflecting how one member and her family connected to a great cause in our general community.

We have listed our Live J Health & Wellness schedule in this e-newsletter, as well as fun virtual family opportunities.

What have been your favorite Virtual J Programs so far? Share your thoughts with us via email.

Michael Paysnick
Executive Director
Adult Connection...
Container Gardening
 
In 2014, J member and Master Gardener Kristin Carnahan taught a Life Lessons class on container gardening. Since the weather is finally getting warmer, we’re sharing some of Kristin’s advice.

A great project to preserve Mother's Day flowers...
Social Distancing for a Good Cause

Meet J Member Jami Zolotor and Family. "My family has participated at the J for more than twenty years, since I was in preschool," says Sarah. This picture was taken by local @FrontPorchProject photographer Kelsey Lockhart while social distancing
Pondering When the Nail Salons Will Open?

Try going retro and giving yourself a manicure and pedicure. Click below for 7 Steps to a DIY Manicure/Pedicure at Home by The Everygirl.
Health & Wellness Connection...
J Virtual 5K Results

Each day during the next several days, we will highlight a participant of the J's First Ever Virtual 5K. First up: Loren Piotrowski and her awesome family for the Fastest Family Time! Way to go Loren and team!
Exercise LIVE with the J Health & Wellness*
Visit J Health & Wellness Facebook page or Click the Zoom Link
Thursday 5.14:
09:30 am | Fitness LIVE with Sean | arm farm | Zoom Password: 336168
10:30 am | Pilates with Mary Ryzcek | Zoom Password: 6uH97w
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb | Zoom Password: 8G0FwP
 
Friday 5.15:
09:30 am | Fitness LIVE with Kelly | core/flexibility (abs and stretches) | Zoom Password: 108226
10:30 am | Active Adult Strengthening with Barb | Zoom Password: 5LxBRN

Sunday 5.17: 
09:00 am | Workout with Janet | Zoom (no password required)
 
Monday 5.18:
09:30 am | Fitness LIVE with Barb | total body workout | Zoom Password: 510576
10:30 am | Pilates with Mary Ryzcek | Zoom Password: 5k6SQC
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb | Zoom Password: 8G0FwP
 
Tuesday 5.19:
06:00 am | Workout with Janet | Zoom (no password required)
09:30 am | Fitness LIVE with Doug | upper/lower combo | Zoom Password: 708161
10:30 am | Active Adult Strengthening with Barb | Zoom Password: 7pXdc7
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb | Zoom Password: 8G0FwP
 
Wednesday 5.20:
09:30 am | Fitness LIVE with Barb | lower body workout | Zoom Password: 984066
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb | Zoom Password: 8G0FwP
 
Thursday 5.21:
09:30 am | Fitness LIVE with Doug | upper/lower combo | Zoom Password: 336168
10:30 am | Pilates with Mary Ryzcek | Zoom Password: 6uH97w
06:30 pm | Walking Club with Barb | Zoom Password: 8G0FwP
 
Friday 5.22:
09:30 am | Fitness LIVE with Barb | upper body workout/abs | Zoom Password: 108226
10:30 am | Active Adult Strengthening with Barb | Zoom Password: 5LxBRN

Watch for Updated Listings @ " Virtual J Program Schedule "
Family Corner
Wednesdays @ 8 pm: Flagpole Series

Our friends at the JCCs of America invite you to join this weekly LIVE Flagpole series features inspiring news from JCC Camp community leaders, directors, counselors, campers and alumni and is hosted by musician Rick Recht!
Do You Hear That Sound?
The Shabbat Train is Coming!
Choo Choo! Join Miss Deb and Miss Sonia for Shabbat Singalong, Fridays at 4 pm.
J.Youth.Connection

Our youth program staff remain connected to J families with virtual content. Read the May 1 edition of J.Youth.Connection.
Your Virtual J...
J Post News
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
J Social Media Platforms
Facebook:
Kehillah (for individuals with special needs)
PVJFF (Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival)