FRIEDMAN JCC HOURS:
Monday - Thursday 5:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday - 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday - 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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JCA ANNUAL MEETING - Creating Connections - Building Bridges ... Together
Sunday, February 23, 11 AM
Welcome Gary Bernstein, CEO. Meet & Greet. Presentation by Team Israel Olympic Baseball Player, Robert Paller. Community Update. Brunch
RSVP to 570-824-4646. All are welcome.
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GET FIT AT THE JCC
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February 26, 11 AM
Cantor Ahron Abraham, Purim
Join us on Wednesdays from 11 - 12 noon for discussion and refreshments. Call Barbara at 570- 824-4646 and let her know you are attending. While you are here, join in our Congregate Meal Program. Reservations can be made at the front desk.
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Shabbat Across America
Friday, February 28
Services at 5:00 PM, Traditional Shabbat Dinner at 6:15 PM
With Special Guest Rabbi Yehoshua Grunstein of Israel’s Ohr Torah Stone
Cost is $20. For reservations, calll Ohav Zedek 570-825-6619.
Presented by Congregation Ohav Zedek, The Friedman JCC, Temple B’nai B’rith and Temple Israel.
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Memory Cafe Support Group
Begins Monday, March 2, 5-6:30 PM.
Additional dates listed below.
Please call Sharon Matylewicz, Senior Resource/Wellness Coordinator for more information at 570-824-4646 ext 211
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National Consumer Protection Week 2020
Terry Green from the Attorney General’s Office will be at the Friedman JCC
March 5, 10 AM - 1 PM
The Office of Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection promotes consumer education and publicizes matters relating to consumer fraud, deception and misrepresentation. To help the mission of protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth, Terry Green from the Office of Attorney General will be available to discuss how to submit consumer complaints forms and assist consumers in signing up for text scam alerts and to answer consumer-related questions. Terry Green will be available in the lobby to speak with you from 10 AM to 1 PM. on March 5.
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Living a Healthy Lifestyle
Thursdays, March 5 and April 2
12:30PM
This month -
Making Healthy Eating a Part of Your Lifestyle. Topic: Carb Alternatives and How to Build a Healthy Eating Pattern. Recipe: Roasted Pumpkin Seed Snack
Exercise. Nutrition. Healthy Food & Giveaways!
Classes are instructed by Mary Kay D'Elia, RD, LDN, CDE, from CEO people helping people.
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Purim Celebration
March 8, 3 PM
Fun-filled family program with the magic & comedy of Denny Corby
Celebrate the fun and festivity of the holiday of Purim with the comedy & magic of Denny Corby. Join us for a fun-filled family program followed by a hamantaschen snack. Admission is one can of non-perishable food to be donated to Sara's Pantry at the Friedman JCC. Children should come in costume. Program is sponsored by Bais Menachem, Bais Tsvi Yosef, Congregation Ohav Zedek, the Friedman JCC, Temple B'nai B'rith, and Temple Israel.
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JCC MENS CLUB SPEAKERS
Join us on Tuesdays at 11:00
Tuesday, March 10
Kyle Kryder, Wilkes University Constitutional Law
Current Events will be the first Tuesday of the month
If you are interested in joining Men’s Club or have any questions, please contact Harvey or Dan.
Business meetings are on alternate weeks.
Remember to make your lunch reservations 24 hours in advance.
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Friedman JCC Book Club
The Space Between Us
, Thrity Umrigar
Thursday, March 12, 2020, 12:45 PM
The Space Between Us
vividly capturesthe social struggles of modern India in a luminous, addictively readable novel of honor, tradition, class, gender, and family. A portrayal of two women discovering an emotional rapport as they struggle against the confines of a rigid caste system in Bombay.
Lunch is available at 12 noon in the Cohen Family Social Hall. Please make reservations for lunch at the front desk.
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Health Screenings
Thursday, March 12, 2020
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Blood Pressure and Brain Health Discussion
Blood Pressure Screenings will be performed by Nicole Lipinski, Director of Healthy Aging at the Jewish Home of Eastern PA and Brittany Elko, MSW from the Jewish Home will be providing cognitive screenings using the BCAT approach.
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Community Kiddish
Saturday, March 14, 2020
Services first, followed by Kiddush at12 noon
Temple Israel, Temple B’nai B’rith, and Congregation Ohav Zedek will hold their morning services in the Friedman JCC followed by the Community Kiddush.
All are welcome.
Community Kiddish sponsored by Bais Tvzi Yosef, Congregation Ohav Zedek, Friedman JCC, Temple B’nai B’rith, and Temple Israel.
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Men’s Club
Tuesday, March 17
11:00 AM
Joe Levy, Jewish Life in Egypt
Presented in conjunction with the Israel committee and the JCC Men’s Club
Join us as Joe Levy shares his fascinating life story from Cairo, Egypt to the United States and the history of the "second Exodus" of Jews from Egypt. Remember to make your lunch reservations.
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Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids
Thursday, March 19, 2020
12:00 PM
Dr. Kevin Burkhardt, Board Certified Audiologist at Geisinger will be speaking about how hearing loss can have a big impact on your life, from your work to your relationships and emotional well-being. To register for class, please contact Sharon Matylewicz at 570-824-4646 ext 211.
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Wellness Intervention for Senior Hypertension
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Blood pressure screenings and surveys provided by Geisinger Commonwealth Medical Students.
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Cawley Physical Therapy Wellness Workshop
Wednesday March 26
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Come ask the Cawley Doctor of Physical Therapy questions about pain/aches/issues you've been experiencing either at home or work in this free 45-minute interactive session with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Focusing on shoulder and rotator cuff pain today, the doctor will educate the community on healthy and natural ways to reduce pain and to have a better quality of life. Attendees will receive a discovery card which entitles them to a free 30 minute 1:1 session with one of our Doctors of PT to find out what the exact cause of their aches/pains are and guidance on how to help them.
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LIVESTRONG Program
Mondays and Wednesdays
12:00-1:30 PM
Friedman JCC
Cancer is a life-changing disease that takes a tremendous physical and emotional toll on those affected. The Y and the LIVESTRONG Foundation have joined to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, an evidence-based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health. Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely build muscle mass and strength, increase flexibility and endurance, and improve confidence, ultimately helping people move beyond cancer in spirit, mind and body.
Contact Linda Reilly (YMCA) for details and/or to register 570-970-5022 or Sharon Matylewicz at the Friedman JCC at 570-824-4646 ext 211
There is no cost for this 12 week program. Funded by a grant from Sephardic Home for the Aged.
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JCC MENS CLUB SPEAKERS
Join us on Tuesdays at 11:00
Current Events will be the first Tuesday of the month.
If you are interested in joining Men’s Club or have any questions, please contact Harvey or Dan. Guest speakers are on alternate weeks. Remember to make your lunch reservations 24 hours in advance.
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CHECK OUT THESE FITNESS CLASSES
YOGA
Thursdays at 5:15 PM
Colleen Walsh,
Instructor
ZUMBA
Mondays, 6 PM; Fridays, 11 AM
Natalia Carpenter, Instructor
BELLY DANCE
Saturdays,
February 15 and 22
at 10 AM
Doreen Rakowski, Instructor
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EXERCISE FOR THOSE WITH PARKINSON'S
Dance with Parkinson's Class
Tuesdays from 1:00-2:00 PM
Parkinson’s fitness class
Parkinson's I: Mondays, 2:00 PM; Thursdays, 1:00 PM
Parkinson's II: Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:00 PM
Free for Parkinson's patients
Programs are sponsored by the Parkinson's Foundation, the Jewish Home, and the Friedman JCC.
For more information, contact Sharon 570-824-4646 x 211.
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SILVER SNEAKERS AT THE FRIEDMAN JCC
Did you know that SilverSneakers is accepted at the Friedman JCC and may be available at no cost to you? Contact your insurance plan. SilverSneakers enables older adults to participate in physical activities to maintain greater control of their health.
Benefits include:
* Access to conditioning classes, exercise equipment, and other available amenities
* Customized SilverSneakers classes designed exclusively for older adults to build strength, flexibility, balance and endurance
* Health education events for a healthier lifestyle
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Rent Our Indoor Basketball Court & So Much More!
Did you know that our basketball court is available for rent? The JCC's court (full or half) is available for your next youth event, practices, or just a friendly basketball game. It's a great space that offers plenty of flexibility. And -- you can rent more than just our basketball court, our entire building is available for your gathering! Payments must be made in advance.
For questions and reservations, call Bob Hunt, Facility Director or Kevin Harcarik, Athletic Director at 570-824-4646.
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COME PLAY WITH US!
Rummique
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after lunch
NEW!!!! Tuesdays at 7 PM.
Rummique is a tile-based game that is a combination of rummy and mahjong. It's easy to learn and we are happy to teach and new players! We have sets available.Fun games are a great way to keep happy, engaged in life, and exercising our mind. A great way to make new friends. See Barbara if you have any questions.Free for members; $10 non-members.
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The Davidowitz Weaving Room
Make your reservation now to make your tallis. Family events coming up? Commemorate the event with a special tallis. Why don't you try? We are ready to schedule weavers now, no experience necessary. Call 570-824-4646 and talk to Barbara to make your appointment or stop by the weaving room when you are here.
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Kosher Home Delivered Meal Volunteers Needed
Volunteering for Kosher Home Delivered Meals is a great way to make a huge impact in a short amount of time. By delivering meals you bring nutritious food and a friendly visit to eight to ten seniors once a month. You can volunteer once per month or on an as-needed basis.
The food pick-up time is10:30 A.M. on Monday at the Cohen Social Hall at the Friedman JCC for immediate delivery.
Contact Barbara at 570-824-4646 or
b.sugarman@nepajca.org to sign-up or for more information.
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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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