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08.06.2020

Visit our Website for a complete listing of live and virtual activities and for a complete list of our health and safety guidelines and protocols.

Click below for specific Policies and Procedures:

Friedman JCC, Illumination Early Learning Center, JCC Day Camp

Dear Friends:

Over the past few months, I am sure you have read stories of individuals and families we have been able to assist. These stories have been just a snapshot of the job we have been doing since mid-March when COVID-19 struck. The Friedman JCC efficiently adapted to the new normal incredibly quick offering new services remotely to meet the needs we witnessed in our NEPA community.

In the first few months following the pandemic, requests for our food pantry increased. We moved various classes online. Seniors reached out to us, not just for necessities, but also for the chance to connect to other people and help break their social isolation.

While many businesses have begun to reopen, we know that the issues this crisis created will not go away overnight, and there are so many people in our region who still need our help. At the Friedman JCC, our staff is constantly working on new programs to serve the new and growing needs we see in our community. Our staff has worked extremely hard to get these programs up and running, and I am so proud of their dedication to our agency’s mission.

We are very appreciative of our donors and funders who helped us keep our programs running through these tumultuous times. Our Illumination Early Learning Center is back and is at near enrollment capacity. After 89 summers, our JCC Day Camp even with a lower enrollment is still making pleasant memories and experiences for our young campers.

On behalf of our entire Board & Staff, we thank you for your continued membership affiliation and program support.

Sincerely,

Gary Bernstein, Chief Executive Officer

Cooking with Joann

Friday, August 7

5:30 PM

Join Chef Joann Serino for a fun time learning to make a fruity sensation on Facebook LIVE! Join us at this link.

Outdoor Marketplace at JCC

Sundays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Looking for something to do on Sundays? Check out the Outdoor Marketplace at the JCC.

Come out and shop the great vendors this weekend: Deep Roots Hard Cider – Hard Cider; Sasha and Me…Cooper Makes 3 – Dog Items; Pink Zebra – Soy Candles; Avon; The Wire People – Wire Sculptures; Hopkins Farm – Produce; Talerico Winery – Tropical Wines; Udder Delites – Ice Cream; Bill’s Wooden Crafts – Clocks, Birdhouses, Tables; Wyoming Valley Alcohol and Abuse; Scentsy, crafts and crocheted items and more!

Call Gary at 570-824-4646 or gary.bernstein@nepajca.org for information & to sign up.

JCC Day Camp is a Go!

Now through August 14, 2020

THERE'S STILL TIME TO SIGN UP FOR THIS SEASON!

CDC guidelines will be followed for a safe and fun summer for all.

Check out our site for registration or for more information

contact Doug at campdir@nepajca.org or 570-824-4646 x 214 with questions or for registration info.

Congregate Meal Program Curbside Delivery

Touch Free Lunch to Go

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

Curbside pickup 12:15-12:45 PM only

All meals will be prepared by Kingston Kosher

Must be registered in the Congregate Meal Program to qualify for the $2.00 suggested donation. Cost Non-congregate Meal member $5.00 Dairy $7.00 Meat

Call 570-824-4646 and make your required reservation.

Click here for more information and the menu.

VIRTUAL & ON-SITE FITNESS CLASSES

Mondays

* 9 AM – Chair Tai Chi – Doreen Rakowski

* 10:30 AM – Senior Fit – Debbie Grossman - NEW!

* 11:30 AM - 12 noon – All Stretch – Debbie Grossman

12 PM – Parkinson’s Exercise – Debbie Grossman

Tuesdays

7 AM – Cardio Rounds – Terri Besecker

9 AM – Abs Class – Doreen Rakowski

10 AM – Strong & Nimble – Debbie Grossman

* 11 AM – Dance for Parkinson’s – Linn McDonald

1 PM – On the Ball – Doreen Rakowski - NEW!

5:30 PM – Yoga You Can Do – Theresa Novak – “Zoom class only”

Wednesdays

* 9 AM - Chair Yoga – Doreen Rakowski

* 10:30 AM – Balance & Core – Debbie Grossman

4:30 PM – Full Body Core – Terri Besecker

Thursdays

9 AM – BOOM Muscle – Doreen Rakowski

* 10 AM – Strong & Nimble – Debbie Grossman

* 11 AM – Parkinson’s Exercise – Debbie Grossman

1 PM – Fusion Fun – Doreen Rakowski - NEW!

5:30 PM – Yoga You Can Do – Theresa Novak – “Zoom class only”

Fridays

7 AM – Cardio Rounds – Terri Besecker

* 9 AM – Silver Sneakers – Doreen Rakowski

* 10 - 10:30 AM – Balance Class – Debbie Grossman - NEW!

* 10:30 AM – All Stretch – Debbie Grossman

* Classes taught live at the Friedman JCC as well as being taught virtually on Facebook. All other classes are taught only on-line or as indicated.

PLEASE NOTE: Terri Besecker’s classes will be cancelled the week of August 10 - August 14, 2020. Her classes will resume on August 17, 2020. We apologize for any inconvenience.

CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE

Parkinson's programs are offered in conjunction with the Jewish Home of Eastern Pennsylvania and through a grant from the Parkinson's Foundation.

“Yoga You Can Do” Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 PM with Theresa Novak

Zoom link needed to join Yoga You Can Do.: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9424778276

Password ID# 942 477 8276. Have a mat ready for the class.

ILLUMINATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER BOOK FAIR

Through September 4

"We're having a Summer Read-a-Palooza Virtual Book Fair! You can support our school while discovering favorite characters, series, and collections all summer long. Orders are delivered right to your doorstep and you can take advantage of FREE shipping on book-only purchases over $25. Let's make this a summer to instill a love of reading!" Explore thousands of best-selling books, collections, new releases, educational toys, games, and more. All online items priced as marked.

Go to https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/

- Click into Find a fair

- Search for “Illumination”

- Select School

- At the bottom of the page click the button.

Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program

Pre-diabetes could affect anyone. Take the Pre-diabetes test. If your score shows you're at risk, you will be followed up with more information on prevention of diabetes. There will also be nutrition tips, and diabetes-friendly recipe demos, with recipes taken from the American Diabetes Association website. Best of all, there will be chances to win some nice prizes.

Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CEODPP/

Scholarship Applications Available for College, Graduate School, Trade School

Through several interest-free educational grants and endowments, the Jewish Community Alliance of Northeastern PA d/b/a The Friedman Jewish Community Center offers Jewish undergraduate, graduate and trade school students assistance to help finance their education.

In order to qualify for this assistance, the following criteria must be met:

• Identify as Jewish

• Live in or have a parent living in the Greater Wilkes-Barre area

• Maintain a grade point average of at least 2.5

• Demonstrate Financial need

For more information and to download the application, click here.

JCC Fitness Center & Gym Hours

Basketball – Monday - Friday, 8am to 10am

Pickleball – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 10am to 12:15pm

Tuesday 10am to 11am + Beginners' Time 11am to 12:15pm

Squash – Open all day

Open Gym – 1:35pm to 5pm

Closed for Deep Cleaning – 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Sara’s Table at the Kraus Chaiken Food Pantry will be open from

9:30AM to 11:00 AM on 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.

Senior Farmers Market Vouchers

Click for the application and the information for the Farmers Market Food Vouchers. Please mail the application directly to the Area Office on Aging Luzerne and Wyoming Counties 93 North State Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. Vouchers will be sent by return mail.

Be sure to check out these additional programs from our friends at other organizations around the country!

COVID-19 and Mental Health: Spatial Distancing, Not Social Distancing

Wednesday, August 12, 4pm

The limiting of face-to-face contact with others has helped reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Yet the physical distancing required to keep the virus at bay may invite unwanted emotions such as loneliness, anxiety, and feelings of helplessness. Join the American Lung Association for a free webinar, where top experts will review coping strategies and techniques to manage your mental health while maintaining your physical health. Register here.

Dr. Ruth's Journey from Holocaust Orphan to Fame

Thursday, August 13, 8pm

Dr. Ruth will share her story of how she moved to the United States and started her career. She will discuss the philosophies that guide her in life and how her new documentary, Ask Dr. Ruth, revealed a side of her life that even her own children never fully understood until recently. Watch here!

DINING OR TAKE OUT at THE ATRIUM

Our neighbor, THE ATRIUM, 0pen 8-3 Monday thru Saturday for breakfast and lunch. Dine In, Patio, Delivery and Take Out. Patio seating available first come first serve. Call now 570-287-5766.

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LINKS TO LOCAL SYNAGOGUES

For information on services, classes and activities, click below.

Congregation Ohav Zedek

Temple B'nai B'rith

Temple Israel

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For more information on any of the programs listed or to register, please contact 570-824-4646 or contact the appropriate staff member listed on the Staff Directory.

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