Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 7 AM - 5 PM
Friday - 7 AM - 4 PM
Saturday - Closed
Sunday, September 20 - Closed for Rosh Hashanah
NO Outdoor Marketplace September 20 & 27

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:
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Shana Tovah to everyone:
On Rosh HaShanah, (The Jewish New Year) we say “Shanah tovah um’tukah,” which means “May you have a good and sweet new year.” The greeting can be shortened to Shanah tovah (“A good year”). The more formal expression is L’shanah tovah tikateivu v’teichateimu which means “A good year, and may you be inscribed and sealed (for blessing in the Book of Life).”
Rosh HaShanah, which starts tomorrow evening, is a time of hope, introspection, and new beginnings both physically and spiritually. It is when we think about all that we have done, and all that we continue to do for the people in our lives—in our homes, in our JCC, in our communities, and for the land and people of Israel. It is when we rededicate ourselves to our purpose and mission as we strive to be a light unto others.
We have all had quite a year. Who would have thought a year ago we would be in the middle of a global pandemic? But here we are, a year later, on the eve of celebrating another New Year. This year though, our local Temples & Synagogues are having virtual services online.
New beginnings bring…opportunity. New beginnings bring…hope and excitement. Rosh Hashanah 2020 is different. The whole world is different. And this year, we face [many] challenges. But we are all in this together. May you all have a year of good health and happiness.
Sincerely,
Gary Bernstein
Chief Executive Officer
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Pickleball Pro Session
Are you interested in learning from a Pro how to improve your Pickleball skills? Fill out the pre-registration form at the front desk, call, or email us so that we can add you to the list. We will have more information posted shortly on definitive date and pricing. To sign up and for questions, please call Kevin Harcarik – Athletic Director at 570-824-4646 or email at athdir@nepajca.org.
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Meet Personal Trainer Andrew Molick
Let Coach Andy help you reach your full potential and achieve your fitness goals
- 20 Years+ experience in Personal Training/Coaching all ages fitness levels
- Specializing in Muscle Tone, Muscle Strength, Weight Loss, Core Conditioning, Injury Prevention, Increased Mobility and Nutritional Counseling
Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from Bloomsburg University . ACE (American Council on Exercise) Certified Personal Trainer . NSPA (National Strength Professionals Association) Certified Conditioning Specialist . CPR Certified (American Heart Association) . Certified Speed and Agility Coach . PNF Stretching Specialist . Former NSPA lead proctor for aspiring Personal Trainers
Available Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays – Call for time slots
30 minute session - $25 member, $35 non-member
60 minute session - $50 member, $60 non-member
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Enjoy these Great, Free, Virtual Programs from our friends at JCC Chicago.

JCC Chicago Jewish Film Festival LIVE Q&A: The Song of Names with filmmaker François Girard and executive producer Robert Lantos
September 22, 2020, 3pm EDT
LIVE Presentation: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater
Thursday, September 24, 3pm EDT
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Men's Club
Tuesdays at 11 am
Join us for socially-distanced, in-person meetings. Please speak with Neal Kaufer, Men's Club President, with any ideas or suggestions. Stay tuned for updates
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HIGH HOLY DAYS AT CONGREGATION OHAV ZEDEK
CONGREGATION OHAV ZEDEK invites you to join with them for socially distanced services in their beautiful shul. Please call to reserve your seats at 570-825-6619; families can sit together separated by men and women. For more information contact Sara at admin@ohavzedek.org.
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YIZKOR AND CONCLUDING SERVICE FOR YOM KIPPUR
led by Rabbi Kaplan and Cantor Abraham at the JCC Parking Lot
Yizkor and Neilah will be at 5:30 pm on Monday, September 28, Weather permitting
Reservations requested.Open to the entire community.
Stay in car (listen on FM radio channel) or bring chairs and sit socially distanced in parking lot. (Loudspeakers will be set up) Bring Shofars!
We'll be sounding our shofarot (socially distanced) at 7 pm
Please RSVP:
Will you be staying in car? Sitting on chairs in front of car? Walking (will need a chair)?
Just respond to this email so we have an idea of how many might attend.
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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 $9.00.
Call 570-824-4646 and make your required reservation.
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U.S. Census 2020
Have you filled out the census yet? If not, now is the time to do it! The deadline is September 30th, and it is vital that we are ALL counted to secure funding for housing, transportation, schools, and other services we rely on.
It takes less than 10 minutes and is confidential. You can fill it out by mail, online here, or by calling 844.330.2020.
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Antisemitism, America & the Law with Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice David Wecht
October 1, 2020, 12 noon - 1 PM via Zoom
The Wilkes-Barre Law & Library Association and the JCC present Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice David Wecht. Justice Wecht will speak on "Antisemitism, America & the Law.” Violence and acts of hatred against Jews are at an all-time high in the United States. What is the history of this ugly phenomenon, and what is its scope and nature? Justice David Wecht will discuss anti-Jewish hatred and will comment on some of its many aspects, particularly from the perspective of law and justice.He will speak for an hour from Noon until 1 pm on Zoom.
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Oct 1, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: October Quarterly Meeting and CLE Program
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
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SUKKOT HARVEST FALL FESTIVAL at the Outdoor Marketplace
Sundays, October 4 and October 11
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Celebrate Sukkot at the Outdoor Marketplace. Family Fun activities for you and your children -- free pumpkins for the kids, coloring contest, scavenger hunt, raffle and more!
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“Jokes I Can’t Tell In My Act” with Comedian Joel Chasnoff
Sunday October 8, 6:00 PM via Zoom
Join us when stand-up comedian and writer Joel Chasnoff performs his popular online show “Jokes I Can’t Tell In My Act.” Joel has taken the stage in 10 countries, including Montreal’s Just-For-Laughs, the Melbourne (Australia) Comedy Festival, and Israeli late-night TV. In this performance, Joel shares his all-time favorite Jewish jokes and talks about the role of humor in our people's history, from Genesis to Seinfeld and beyond. Read more about Joel at www.joelchasnoff.com. Watch for the Zoom link.
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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.
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Drive Up Flu Shot Clinic at the Friedman JCC
Tuesday, October 13, 2020, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Please wear a mask and stay in your vehicle.Flu shots will be given in your car and provided by Harrold’s Pharmacy. Free with most insurances. Please call Sharon at 570-824-4646 ext 211 to register in advance.
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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.
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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 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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