May 22, 2020 | 28 Iyar 5780
Family Outreach from Your J
Behind the Scenes with DIY Creator for Your Virtual J
Maureen Marchacos, Director of Kids Space, CAP, and Vacation Camps at the J, has been instrumental in providing Do-It-Yourself content at Your Virtual J. She has the perfect co-worker to help create videos so that your family can engage in at-home projects.

“The best part of my week is my son Ben participating in the creation of DIY videos,” says Maureen. “We aren’t just creating projects - we are creating long-lasting memories to cherish always.”
Ben’s favorite DIY projects are mini volcanoes and slime activities. Be sure to check out how perfectly this preschooler can crack an egg in the pie video!

I hope that everyone has enjoyed our videos and are making great memories of their own each week. The J is part of our family and Ben, and I can not wait for the day when our family becomes whole again.
DIY Tissue Box Monster
DIY Gluten Free Cherry Pie
Share With Us!
Your family can also create lasting memories through at-home projects.
Send us a photo and caption of your DIY activities via email . 
Youth Wellness Corner
(Virtually) Follow Us to the J!

Although we are unable to convene at the J this Father’s Day, you can still participate in a virtual 5K /10K, or Kids Fun Run/Family Health Walk – virtually!
Nature's Corner with J Staff
From J Camps to Green Thumb

Did you know J Summer Camps director Seth Stutman has a green thumb? Look at the garden treats beginning to grow, and take notes as Seth offers some friendly gardening tips.
Miss Jodi invited the J's Early Learning Center students on a nature adventure using her excellent photography skills. All can join in the fun: Can you guess what type of turtles are shown here? What animal made this structure using wood? What birds can you find on a nature walk?
Around the Virtual J
Ice Cream Party/Shavuot story with
Miss Deb, Wednesday, May 27, 12 pm

 Shavuot will be observed May 29. It is celebrated seven weeks after Passover ends, and marks the biblical story of receiving the Ten Commandments and the Torah. We will celebrate May 27, 12 pm.
"Who left the cereal box open!"

Miss Deb found a way to keep those cereal boxes nice and tightly closed. Learn how with this DIY tip.
Early Learning Center Teaching Assistants Graduate

The ELC celebrated (at a social distance) our teaching assistants who are graduating from High School this year:  Izzy Lewis , Caitlin Brunette and Riley Holt are graduating from Longmeadow High School.  Ryley Breault and Baylee Edwards are graduating from Ludlow High School
Shabbat Shalom from Your J!

Sonia Wilk and Deb Cohen invite you to visit the Jewish Life Facebook page to view this week's special Shavuot edition of Shabbat.
National Jewish Community Observance of Memorial Day - May 25, 1 pm

Join our community for a Facebook LIVE National Jewish Community Observance of Memorial Day event. 
Shalom Sesame Countdown to Shavuot

JCC Association of North America and Shalom Sesame are proud to present "Countdown to Shavuot!" Join us on Facebook LIVE, Wednesday, May 27, at 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT, as the JCC Movement comes together to join Muppets Avigail and Brosh to learn all about Shavuot! 
Family Online Programs
Monday, May 25
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No J Programming today in observance of Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 26
04:00 pm | Live Cooking Show*


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  • Strengthening Exercises
  • DIY Tissue Box Monsters
Wednesday, May 27
12:00 pm | Shavuot Celebration
12:00 pm | Outdoor Adventure*
03:00 pm | Shalom Sesame
04:30 pm | Teen Social Group*
07:00 pm | Zendoodle
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  • Sensory Activities
Thursday, May 28
04:30 pm | Inclusion Camp*
05:00 pm | Adult Social Group*
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  • Music with Rusty
Friday, May 29
No J Programming today in observance of Shavuot
Saturday, May 30
Shabbat Shalom!
Jewish Life Corner
Have you LIKED the J's Jewish Life Page?

Sonia Wilk invites you to LIKE the J's Jewish Life Facebook Page , and to join in weekly virtual programs such as Theater Thursday and Meditative Doodling. Please note: Theater Thursday will not take place May 28, but will resume the following week.
J Youth Staff Picks of the Week
Jenn's Pick of the Week
Western Connecticut Health Network encourages healthy habits at home with proper exercise.
Kim's Pick of the Week
Gather the family and try out this 25-minute workout together.
Maureen's Pick of the Week
Good Housekeeping has suggestions for keeping children occupied with these clever ideas.
Seth's Pick of the Week
JCC Camps of North America Flagpole gathering totally ROCKED! Make sure to check out this episode and join us again, next Wednesday May 20 at 8 p.m. EDT/ 5 p.m. PDT right here on the  Jewish Community Centers of North America (JCCs)  Facebook page for another wonderful flagpole experience with  Rick Recht  featuring JCC Camp directors, counselors, campers and very special guests  Nefesh Mountain  and Shimon Smith.  #SingStrongJCC
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J.Connection
The J has many virtual programs for all ages and interests.