FRIEDMAN JCC HOURS:

In support of the PA State of Emergency and
to prevent the potential spread of the Coronavirus,
The Friedman JCC Building is closed until further notice.
PLEASE NOTE THAT VIRTUAL CLASSES WILL BE CANCELLED and OFFICES ARE CLOSED ON MONDAY, MAY 25 FOR MEMORIAL DAY AND ON THURSDAY, MAY 28 - SATURDAY, MAY 30 FOR THE HOLIDAY OF SHAVUOT.
Visit our
Website for a complete listing of Virtual activities
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FITNESS CLASSES FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME
JOIN THE JCC on FACEBOOK LIVE
Parkinson's programs are offered in conjunction with the Jewish Home of Eastern Pennsylvania and through a grant from the Parkinson's Foundation.
New Class on Zoom
“Yoga You Can Do”
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 PM with Theresa Novak
How to join:
Zoom link needed to join free classes:
Password ID# 942 477 8276
Have a mat ready for the class.
No classes on Monday, May 25, 2020 for Memorial Day and
Thursday, May 28 and Friday, May 2 for Shavuot.
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Elections and Voting During a Pandemic
Thursday, May 21, 2020 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
In partnership with the Pennsylvania Jewish Coalition (PJC), Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley, and all Jewish Federations in the Commonwealth, the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia is hosting a webinar with David Thornburgh, President and CEO of the Committee of Seventy, and Kathy Boockvar, Secretary of the Commonwealth, on the changes in voting procedures in the age of Coronavirus and moving forward.
How will voting work during COVID-19? How will this affect the elections? We will answer these questions and much more.
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Join your fellow friends and neighbors who will light a candle, shine a cell phone or flashlight simultaneously on Sunday, May 24 from 8 PM to 8:15 PM as a sign of hope and prayer for our community. Hope for the strength to fight on. Prayer for front-line workers, for those recovering and for families who didn't have the chance to say goodbye to lost loved ones. Hold a photo with your light and we will hold them in our hearts. Go live on social media or post your photos and videos on your page. Check in to the event on Facebook HERE. Tag #LightUpFriedmanJCC #PrayersandHopeThroughCOVID19
COVID-19 has impacted all our lives. We will send up this light as acknowledgement that we are in this together. Go live or share photos and videos on your social media page.
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Sara’s Table at the Kraus Chaiken Food Pantry will be open from
9:30AM to 11:00 AM on Monday and Friday mornings for those in need of food.
Please stay in car for curbside delivery.
If a food emergency exists, please call Barbara at 570-824-4646
and leave a message. We will return your call.
PLEASE NOTE THAT SARA'S TABLE WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, MAY 25 for Memorial Day and FRIDAY, MAY 28 for Shavuot.
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Outdoor Marketplace at JCC
Sundays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Starting Sunday, August 2, 2020
If you are looking for something to do on Sundays, why not take a ride and visit the new Marketplace at the Friedman JCC? Our vendors sell items such as fresh produce, handmade arts and crafts, oils, new and slightly used apparel, antiques and collectibles, equipment, jewelry, and much much more.
Vendors sign up today!
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TALLIS PHOTOS NEEDED
We know there must have been thousands of tallises, tallis bags, and kippot that were created on the JCC looms. If you have photos of them, please send them to us so we can showcase them on our new website launching soon!
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The Alzheimer's Association is proud to announce virtual support groups.
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TAKE OUT FROM THE ATRIUM
Our neighbor, THE ATRIUM, is open 8 AM - 4PM, Monday thru Saturday for Breakfast, Lunch and Catering. We so appreciate your support of our locally owned Restaurants. Call us at: 570-287-5766
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MINYAN & SERVICES AT TEMPLE ISRAEL
Temple Israel will be live-s
treaming daily afternoon minyan (7 days each week) at 5:15pm and on Shabbat morning at 10:00 am.
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VIRTUAL SERVICES & ACTIVITiES at TEMPLE B'NAI B'BRiTH
Boker Tov (Rise and Shine)! With Rabbi Mollo – Every weekday morning at 8:00am
Torah Talk with Rabbis Mollo and Glatstein - weekly on Wednesdays at 12:00pm
Tot Shabbat with Rabbi Mollo and Rabbi Glatstein every Friday at 4:00pm
Shabbat Evening Services every Friday at 7:30pm
Shabbat Morning Services every Saturday at 10:00am
Lunch and Learn – Third Tuesday of the month at 12:00pm
These services and activities
can be found by clicking the link below that will direct you to the Temple B’nai B’rith Facebook Page
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VIRTUAL ACTIVITiES at
CONGREGATION OHAV ZEDEK
Topic: PA Small Jewish Communities Learning Initiative
Thursday, May 21, 7:30 PM
Meeting ID: 916 8206 1113
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The Book of Ruth
11:30 AM, Monday, May 25th
Dial in on your phone:
+1 301 715 8592
+1 312 626 6799
+1 929 436 2866
Meeting ID: 491 474 7816
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THE GREAT BIG JEWISH FOOD FESTIVAL
May 19 until the holiday of Shavuot on May 28
The Great Big Jewish Food Fest is a 10-day online festival celebrating the history, diversity, and excitement for all things Jewish food. Join us for cooking classes, virtual deli tours, film screenings, panel discussions and so much more. All events are free, and we invite donations to help support those in the food industry who have lost critical revenue during the COVID-19 crisis and those who are experiencing food insecurity.
Programming is designed for all ages and interests. Whether you’re an experienced cook or a novice who’s just getting started in the kitchen, you are welcome. Just please make sure to wash your hands before you sit down for a meal.
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Are you or your loved struggling with substance use disorder?
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- Online Al Anon Zoom meeting: Tuesdays 12 PM Spirit of Hope (clubhouse) meeting: Meeting ID is 783 615 3726 Password is 729473
Please contact Sharon Matylewicz for a list of meetings and topics at 570-604-1044 or
s.matylewicz@nepajca.org
or
Stefanie M. Wolownik, M.S. / Prevention Supervisor, Wyoming Valley Alcohol and Drug Services, Inc. Main: 570-820-8888 Cell: 570-332-4234
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PA 211 NE/ Help Line provides 24/7/365 information and referral to basic human needs and access to crisis services. PA 211 NE/Help Line has skilled case workers that are extensively trained in information and referral and meet all Pennsylvania requirements for telephone crisis management. Basic human needs, include but are not limited to, food, housing and utilities. Crisis services include drug and alcohol treatment and detox, mental health care and physical health care.
Resources of PA 211 NE/Help Line can also be accessed by texting 211 (898-211) and supplying a zip code or by using
pa211ne.org.
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We value your input and ideas. If you have any questions or ideas you would like to share, please contact the JCA at
b.sugarman@nepajca.org
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For additional information on any of the programs listed or to register, please contact 570-824-4646 or email the address listed below.
Gary Bernstein,
CEO
ext. 200
Barbara Sugarman
Director of Adult & Cultural Programs
ext. 210
Sharon Matylewicz
Senior Resource Director
ext. 211
Bob Hunt,
Facility Director
ex. 217
Kevin Harcarik,
Athletic Director
ex. 215
Doug Miller,
Camp Director & Basketball
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