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BERNIKOW/MID-ISLAND JCC
1466 Manor Road • 718.475.5200
Monday - Thursday
5:30am - 11pm
Friday
5:30am - 7pm
Saturday
7am - 7pm**
Sunday
7am - 7pm
Please see Sports & Wellness desk for
fitness hours.
** Sports & Wellness wing only for recreation.
In observance of Shabbat, any payment for
services including guest passes must be made in
advance.
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ABERLIN/NORTH SHORE JCC
485 Victory Blvd • 718.475.5291
Monday & Friday
7am - 6pm
Tuesday - Thursday
7am - 9pm
Saturday
closed
Sunday
closed
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AVIS/SOUTH SHORE JCC
1297 Arthur Kill Road • 718.475.5270
Monday - Thursday
8am-8:30pm
Friday
8am-7pm
Saturday
closed
Sunday
8am-3pm
(daycare opens at 7am M-F)
*subject to change
membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
grillz express @ cafe J. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
fundraising/development . . . . . . . . . 5
early childhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
first foot forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
lego robotics specialty courses . . . . . 10
kidz klub after school . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
special needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
family programs . . . .. . . . . . . . . .16
senior adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
clld . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
senior net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
senior olympics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
social services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
music institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
art @ the J . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
bernikow fitness/wellness. . . . . . . . 26
brighton ballet theatre . . . . . . . . 28
avis fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
sports & recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . 30
aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
spa @ the j . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
community programs . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
registration form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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building hours & holiday observances
September 2014 - June 2015
Monday, September 1 - Labor Day
Wednesday, Sept. 24 - Erev Rosh Hashanah
Thursday, September 25 - Rosh Hashanah
Friday, September 26 - Rosh Hashanah
Friday, October 3 - erev Yom Kippur
Saturday, October 4 - Yom Kippur
Wednesday, October 8 - Erev Sukkot
Thursday, October 9 - Sukkot
Friday, October 10 - Sukkot
Monday, October 13 - Columbus Day
Wednesday, Oct. 15 - Erev Shemini Atzert
Thursday, October 16 - Shemini Atzeret
Friday, October 17 - Simchat Torah
Tuesday, Nov. 11 - Veterans Day
Thursday, November 27 - Thanksgiving Day
Wednesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve
Thursday, December 25 - Christmas Day
Wednesday, December 31 - New Years Eve
Thursday, January 1 - New Years Day
Friday, April 3 - Erev Passover
Saturday, April 4 - Passover
Sunday, April 5 - Passover
Thursday, April 9 - Erev Passover
Friday, April 10 - Passover
Saturday, April 11 -Passover
Saturday, May 23 - erev Shavuot
Sunday, May 24 - Shavuot
Monday, May 25 - Shavuot/Memorial Day
Saturday, July 4 - Independence Day
Aberlin/N. Shore
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Avis/S. Shore
8:30am-12:30pm
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Bernikow/Mid Island
8am-5pm
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8am - 7pm
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membership
Kat Colucci, Membership Services Director
718.475.5223
[email protected]
The J ... It’s My Life!
Welcome to the JCC with 3 locations that open the door to wonderful recreational, social, educational and cultural activities for you and your family. We have a dedicated staff that will assist
in enhancing your experiences here from taking an exercise class to enjoying a cultural event,
from celebrating a holiday to stretching your mind. This is your Community Center and membership is open to people of all races, religions, ethnic backgrounds and financial circumstances.
The Membership Services Department is designed to take care of any need that you may have.
We strive to provide the best customer service and satisfaction possible. Please feel free to use our
comment boxes and know that our door is always open to discuss your suggestions, compliments
and/or complaints. We hope that you take advantage of our regular programming, special
activities and Member Appreciation events. We know you will enjoy your time here. You belong
here, so get involved.
About This Brochure
Grillz Express @ Cafe J
Fees for each program are included after the
description. Member fees reflect the lower rates
only available to JCC members. All programs are
subject to change and minimum registration.
The following abbreviations are found in the listing of fees:
M=Member
NM=Non-Member
KKM= Kidz Klub Member
Separate brochures are available for:
Early Childhood
718.475.5230
First Foot Forward
718.475.5225
The Music Institute
718.475.5263
Summer Day Camp
718.475.5231
Spa @ the J
718.475.5220
R. RANDY & EILEEN LEE CAFE
Grillz Express @ Cafe J has a great menu with
grilled chicken, falafel, fries (sweet potato & regular) and a lot more.
Breakfast items include eggs and a menu of
muffins, croissants, breakfast pastries, bialys,
oatmeal and cold and hot drinks.
Sundown Friday to
Sundown Saturday
• From sundown on Friday to sundown on
Saturday, no administrative business is
conducted and no regular classes
are scheduled.
• No money can be exchanged.
If something needs to be paid for,
other arrangements will be made.
• The Pool, Gymnasiums and Fitness
Centers are open on Saturdays.
• The JCC is a Kosher facility. Please do
not bring in any outside food that is
not Kosher.
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Café Hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
8:30am to 9pm
8:30am to 9pm
8:30am to 9pm
8:30am to 9pm
8:30am to 2pm
Closed
11am to 7pm
Dear & Delicious, Inc. is a Glatt Kosher
establishment under the supervision of Vaad
of Staten Island.
For more information, go to
www.dearanddelicious.com
or call the Catering Manager at 718.475.2222.
fundraising and development
Anita Bruckmeir, Development Director
Kevin Brosnick, Director of Individual Giving
Sylvia Cohen, Special Events Coordinator
718.475.5234
718.475.5256
718.475.5246
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Make A Difference JCC Alumni Association
www.makeadifference.sijcc.org If you are a current or a past member, camper,
The JCC is the Community Center of Staten Island.
We provide vital services to every constituency on
our Island with the goal of making it a better place
for everyone. There are many ways you can choose
to make a difference and financially assist the Joan
and Alan Bernikow Jewish Community Center.
For information or any questions you may have on
the programs listed here and other donor opportunities please contact Anita Bruckmeir,
Development Director at 718.475.5234 or
[email protected]. Visit our website
www.sijcc.org to help make a difference today!
Tribute Program
Interested in paying tribute to a loved one? You can
recognize the birth of a child, honor a Bar/Bat
Mitzvah, celebrate a simcha such as a wedding or
birthday or pay respect to a loved one’s memory.
The JCC’s tribute program will enable you to acknowledge that special milestone or event, while
supporting the JCC and the numerous programs
and services offered throughout our community.
Please stop by the front desk to pick up a specially
designed envelope that will list all your tribute options including existing scholarship funds. You can
even choose to create a fund with the name of the
person you are honoring. For further information,
please contact Kevin Brosnick, Director of Individual Giving, 718.475.5256 or [email protected].
Capital Campaign Donations/
Naming Opportunities
The Wall of Honor in the lobby of the Joan and
Alan Bernikow JCC holds the names of many
building donors. We encourage you to add your
Capital Campaign contribution to those of hundreds of others and have your name permanently
etched onto Jerusalem stone. You may also wish to
support us through a naming of a program or physical structure at the JCC. For more information
contact Kevin Brosnick at 718.475.5256 or
[email protected].
counselor, or staff person we want to hear from
you! The JCC’s Alumni Association is hoping to
reconnect with you as you re-establish old friendships through different exciting events that we plan
to host throughout the year. Please go to our website in the Membership Section to fill out the
alumni form to join. If you have any questions,
please contact Kevin Brosnick at 718.475.5256 or
[email protected].
Program Sponsorships
Our agency hosts several special events each year
enabling individuals, corporations and foundations
the opportunity to show their support via a sponsorship. Each of these events brings high exposure
with audiences of several hundred attendees. The
funds raised are allocated to various programs such
as our summer day camp for children with special
needs. Please consider a sponsorship for next year’s
Viva Las Vegas Casino Night, Weissglass Leadership Awards Gala, L’Dor V’Dor Brunch, Golf &
Tennis Classic, or our Honorable Mentsch*ion
Youth Leadership Awards. For more information
contact Kevin Brosnick at 718.475.5256 or
[email protected].
Other Ways to Support the JCC
• Planned Giving and Endowments
• Named Funds
• In-Kind Services
For further information on other ways to support
the JCC, please contact Kevin Brosnick at
718.475.5256 or [email protected].
visit us on the web
www.sijcc.org
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early childhood
Beth Howard, Director of Early Childhood Education Services
718.475.5225
Jill Howard, Early Childhood Education Coordinator/Avis South Shore
718.475.5224
Dawn Gallis, Early Childhood Education Coordinator/Aberlin North Shore 718.475.5286
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
STATEN ISLAND BANK & TRUST FOUNDATION EARLY CHILDHOOD WING
Denis & Carol Kelleher ECE Reception Area
Alma Harter Library
Jewish Board of Family & Children’s Services Office
Dedicated by Lynn & Jules Kroll
At the JCC’s Early Childhood Center, our programs are sensitive to each child’s unique talents and strengths.
We pride ourselves in creating fun hands-on learning opportunities for all. We are dedicated to providing
children with a strong educational foundation.
Our thematic curriculum allows children to discover and grow in loving, nurturing and engaging environments. Children’s activities are individualized and age appropriate. We provide opportunities for creative
problem solving, decision making and leadership skills.
Parent involvement is key to our children’s success in school. We welcome a partnership with you and your
family. Just as each child is unique, so is each family. With this in mind, we offer a variety of flexible schedules
and programs to best suit your family’s needs. We have an open door policy and parents are welcome at any
time.
All programs are staffed with caring and experienced professionals. Our teachers are certified by the
State Education Department of New York and we are licensed by the Department of Health’s Bureau of Day
Care.
Infant & Toddler Daycare
ages 3 mos. - 2.8 years
ages 2 - 2.8 years
Bernikow
Aberlin/North*
Avis/South Shore
Our Daycare is licensed by the Department of
Health, Bureau of Daycare, and our teachers are
New York State certified. The JCC Daycare program provides your child with a full day of activities, security and care in an environment that
stimulates their growth in all areas of development.
12 month full day program. 7am-6pm
2 day, 3 day (Aberlin North & Avis South Shore
sites only)
5 day schedules (at all sites)
*Ask us about our half day options at the North
site.
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Early Childhood
Advisory Committee
Rudy Kelner, Chairperson
Join other families and help us enhance our Early
Childhood Center with new ideas, family events
and fundraising opportunities. Contact the Beth
Howard, Early Childhood Director for more
details 718.475.5225.
JCC Preschool
ages 2.9 - 4.9 years
The JCC Preschool brings the world into your
child’s classroom by incorporating themes about
themselves, their family, their community, and the
world around them. We use a wide variety of
activities and materials to help your child learn in
their unique way in our hands-on environment.
10 month full or half day program
2, 3, or 5 day schedules
Full day, 9am-4pm
Half day, 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm
PJ Library
Alma Harter Library
PJ Library is a free community
program bringing age appropriate
Jewish themed books and CD’s to
registered children 6 months to 8
years old each month. Participation is open to all. To register for this wonderful
FREE program or to make a donation to help
sustain PJ Library, contact Jill Howard at
718.475.5224, or visit the Staten Island page on
the PJ Library website at
www.pjlibrary.org/ny/StatenIsland.
Inside the Staten Island Bank & Trust Foundation
Early Childhood wing at the Bernikow JCC is a
special library. The Alma Harter Children’s Library
provides children with access to books that keep
them smiling, entertained, and fosters a love of literature. This can also be said about Alma Harter,
the JCC’s first Early Childhood director.
To make a donation or to add books to our library, please call Beth Howard at 718.475.5225.
Additional Programs
If your child likes sports, music, swim or other
activities, see page 2 for a complete list of
departments.
JCC early childhood center
the center of innovative early childhood education
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first foot forward
Beth Howard, First Foot Forward Director
718.475.5225
[email protected]
FIRST FOOT FORWARD OFFICE IS DEDICATED BY CON EDISON
Celebrating Our 25th Year of Serving Preschool Children with Special Needs
Are you concerned about your child’s speech development, play skills, attention span, sensory issues and/or
general development? If yes, then call the professionals at First Foot Forward!
First Foot Forward is dedicated to assisting children 2.6 to 5 years of age with developmental needs. Our
individualized curriculum allows children to reach their full potential in a warm, nurturing environment.
First Foot Forward specializes in
helping children with:
• Speech/Language Delays
• Socialization Concerns
• Developmental Delays
• Poor Motor Skills
• Sensory Needs
• Pervasive Developmental Disorder
To receive services, children need to be
evaluated by an approved evaluation site. Our team of
certified professionals can evaluate your child at no
cost to you.
What does First Foot Forward offer?
• Classroom Settings*
Individualized Instruction in:
- Small Centerbased or Integrated Settings
- Half or Full Day
- 10 or 12 Month
• Evaluations*
• Therapy*
- speech
- occupational
- physical
- counseling
Additional Services:
• Weekly Movement, Music &
Swim Experiences
• Parent Support Groups
• Mainstreaming Opportunities
• Door to Door Transportation
• Related Services*
- Therapy is provided around your child's
preschool schedule.
What else should I know?
• Program eligibility is recommended by the
Department of Education’s Committee on
Preschool Special Education based upon
the individual needs of your child.
• We have an open door policy and you are
welcome at any time.
• We welcome children of all faiths and
nationalities.
• All services (evaluations, transportation,
tuition) are at no direct cost to parents.*
Classes and related services are available at two JCC locations:
Bernikow JCC, 1466 Manor Road • Avis/South Shore JCC, 1297 Arthur Kill Road
*Funding is provided through city and state funds.
For more information or to arrange for a tour, please contact Beth Howard,
First Foot Forward Director, at 718.475.5225.
special needs
Our expanding program to serve the Special Needs population includes other departments. We’re always seeking to offer exciting, innovative ways to engage and stimulate our members and the community in general.
• Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Megna Kids Club for Special Kids - page 14
• Marvin’s Camp - page 14 or camp.sijcc.org
• Girl Scouts - page 9
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youth department
Glenn Wechsler, MSW, Youth Director
Stephanie Feldman, M.S., Ed., Asst. Youth Director
718.475.5231
718.475.5232
[email protected]
[email protected]
Whether you are entering Pre-Kindergarten, about to finish Junior High School, making your way through
High School, or anywhere in between, the youth department is sure to meet your needs. With fun, innovative
and engaging programs you will be sure to get fit, learn something new and make friends. You can leave your
parents home or even better, your parents can choose to work out, get a massage, or get a bite to eat at Café J
knowing that you are safe and well cared for. NEW this year will be additional events for the entire family
that is fun for all!
Pre-K and Elementary aged children are kept busy with Saturday evening and Sunday programs which
include swim, sports, crafts, cooking, school’s out trips to hands-on museums, inflatable centers, and water
parks, boy/girl scouts, exciting courses such as lego robotics, special holiday themed events, and the very best
Kidz Klub After School Programs. Friendships developed at camp are nurtured year round through exciting
programs that keep kids connected.
Junior High teens can have a voice in our Teen Council Leadership Group. This leadership group plans
events such as weekend trips which may include snow tubing, amusement parks, UA movies, bowling, skating
and overnights! This group also enjoys fitness classes, specialty classes and community service opportunities.
Be on the lookout for all new pre-teen dances!
High School teens can choose from various leadership programs such as Youth Board which includes community service and ten advocacy, training programs such as Driver’s Education and SAT prep, and organization and participation in social events such as coffee houses, fitness classes, and trips. The Teen Department
offers the all new JCREW Internship Program as well as many volunteer programs where teens can earn
school credit.
JCC Tutoring Programs
Learning Express
The JCC Learning Express provides tutoring to
assist students in grades K-8 with Math and
Reading Skills. Both programs will be held at
the Bernikow and Avis/South Shore locations.
STEM
(SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY,
ENGINEERING & MATH)
A special tutoring program focused on 4 categories that help with career paths for the 21st
century.
Please contact Michele Gay at
718.475.5250 for further details.
Scouts
The JCC Scouting program offers youth an opportunity to develop skills, leadership ability and confidence while building lifelong friendships.
Through meetings, trips, community service projects and workshops, the scouts learn, grow and
have a great time. We also have scouting programs
that serve children with special needs.
Our Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts programs are constantly expanding under the leadership of exceptional men and women. Thanks to Boy
Scout leader Kevin Brosnick and Girl Scout leaders
Lisa Rosenfeld, Geanine Rando and Eva Deforest,
our scouting program has been a tremendous success! We offer Cub Scout (ages 6-10) and Boy Scout
(ages 10 and older) programs. Boy Scout and Girl
Scout meetings take place two times per month.
We are always looking to grow and for volunteers to lead and assist groups. If you are interested
in learning more about this rewarding experience
or would like to enroll your child, please contact
Stephanie at [email protected] or 718.475.5232.
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Kidz Klub After School
for children in full day UPK - grade 8
• Door-to-door pickup from your child’s school
• Homework assistance
• CPR and First Aid trained staff
• Arts & Crafts Projects
• Hands-On Cooking Projects
• Special Events and Holiday parties
• Escort Children to additional JCC activities (such as Gymnastics, Music & Art Classes)
• Snacks and drinks (Kidz Klub store available to purchase additional snacks)
Schools Serviced:
Avis/South Shore: P.S. 4, 32, 36, 42, 53, 55, 58; I.S. 7, 75
Bernikow/Mid-Island: P.S. 29, 30, 41, 48, 50, 54, 60; I.S. 51, 72, JFS, Petrides
Please note that pickup from a particular school is based on a minimum registration of 3 children attending
Kidz Klub from that school. Other schools may be considered upon request.
Call for fees & Info (JCC membership required)
Two locations:
Avis/South Shore JCC
1297 Arthur Kill Road
Staten Island, NY 10312
contact Lisa Quinn 718.475.5284
[email protected]
Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC
1466 Manor Road
Staten Island, NY 10314
contact 718.475.5267
Lego Robotics Specialty Courses
Partnering with BuildingKidz-www.BuildingKidzNJ.com
LEGO Robotics for Beginners
Grades K - 3
Kids learn to build and program LEGO projects that actually move! The projects use motors, gears
and sensors. Junior engineers use the WeDo picture-based computer program and our laptops to
make their projects come alive. Classes teach computer programming, science, engineering and teamwork in a fun environment. A different creation is made each week! Children use what they learn
to design their own projects to culminate the course.
LEGO Mindstorms
Grades 3 – 6
Building Kidz is ready to teach some excited engineers. Children will build different robots each week
using motors, sensors and advanced LEGO building pieces. Children will learn how to program using
the NXT brick to enable their robot to accomplish specific tasks. Robots will engage in a Bot Battle
and even play Bot Baseball during the course.
LEGO Stop-Motion Animation Grades 3 - 6
Children create a LEGO video from start to finish using Stop-Motion Animation. Frames 5 software
is used throughout the creation process. Children create a storyboard, design a set, add special effects
and sounds and edit their compressed production! Class culminates with our "Academy Awards" and
a viewing party.
Also ask about our Lego Robotics Birthday Parties.
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JCC University UPK – 6th
Saturdays 6:30–9pm
Each participant selects two of our One-Shot
Workshops for One Price! Class choices include
topics such as Jr. Chef Cooking, Clay Design,
Wearable Art, Soccer Star, Cheerleading Fun and
more. Check e-blasts, the Bulletins and flyers for
specific dates and information.
Additional Programs
If your child likes sports, music, swim or other
departments.
School’s Out Trips
K – 8th
What’s better then a fun, safe environment with
incredible staff to care for your children when
school is closed? Kids enjoy exciting days with
trips, swim, games and more! Chance to reunite
with camp friends and counselors as well!
Fall Dates:
Columbus Day: Monday, October 13
Election Day: Tuesday, November 4
Veteran’s Day: Tuesday, November 11
December Holiday Week:
December 24, 26, 29, 30
Camp
Camp Reunion
Meet up with great camp friends and awesome
staff. Enjoy music, dancing, all NEW carnival with
inflatables, an incredible slideshow featuring YOU
and delicious Make-Your-Own Sundaes.
Sunday, January 9, 2015
Camp Night
UPK – 6th
Saturdays, 7- 9pm
Don’t miss out on this night which has become real
popular with so many campers attending! Activities include swim, sports, crafts, cooking and delicious snacks.
Camp All Year Long
Never too early to plan for next summer! Learn
about the JCC Lillian Schwartz Day Camp at any
of our Camp Open Houses or by appointment. The
JCC makes more children happy than any other
camp on Staten Island. Check out the website for
photos and updates all year round – camp.sijcc.org.
Sunday Camp Funday
Don’t let Sundays be a bore when you can join us
at the J and choose your activities for the entire afternoon! Program includes options such as dance,
fencing, karoake, painting, hockey and more.
* The JCC/Lillian Schwartz Day Camp has passed a rigorous review of its operations including
standards such as emergency management, first aid and health care, staff training and development,
programming and staff to camper ratios.
* Reviewers included experts from the American Camping Association, American Academy of
Pediatrics, American Red Cross and other youth serving agencies.
* Camp families can be assured that their camp of choice is committed to
providing their children with a safe and nurturing environment.
For more information about the American Camping Association you
can visit their website at ACAcamps.org.
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teens
Ashley Zanatta, Teen Coordinator
718.475.5277
[email protected]
High School teens can get involved in an intensive community service program or you can just have fun!
Teen fitness programs, swim team, gymnastics, music classes, great films.
The J - everything teens value - 7 days a week!
INDIVIDUAL TEEN MEMBERSHIP
(if your parents are not members)
Teen membership is for teens in the 7th - 12th
grade who are not part of a Family membership.
It is not applicable for camp.
Documentation showing grade is required.
Call 718.475.5223 for details.
Teen Leadership Council
• Community Service Projects
• Trips
• Internship Opportunities
• Leadership Development
• Social Events
• College/Career Planning
YSI Driver Education Program
Reality Check
Youth Action Against
Tobacco Use
Each day, more than 3,200 people under 18
smoke their first cigarette, and approximately
2,100 youth and young adults become daily
smokers. 9 out of 10 smokers start before the
age of 18, and 98% start smoking by age 26.
Smoking is still the leading preventable cause of
death in the United States, killing 480,000
people each year.
Tobacco companies spend $1,000,000 per hour
to market their deadly products and prey on
minorities and low income areas.
Reality Check works towards decreasing the social acceptability of tobacco use.
• Are you interested in making a difference
in your community & city?
The JCC contracts with a local vendor to provide a
Driver Education program for new drivers 16 years
and older. The class meets at the Bernikow JCC for
classroom work and is provided with in-car classes.
Students receive a professionally taught Driver Education course that will provide a comprehensive
introduction to the driving experience. This will
include: rules of the road, traffic safety concerns,
defensive driving, proper handling of a vehicle,
driving in traffic and problems of substance abuse
as related to driving. Students must successful
complete both the road and theory portions of the
course in order to receive a MV 285, formerly
known as the Blue Card. For more information call
718.851.1876.
Additional Programs
If your teen likes sports, music, swim or other
departments.
• Do you want to meet new friends, travel,
and have a great time all while
helping to save lives?
• Are you between the ages of 12 and 18?
Then Reality Check is for you.
Contact Ashley Zanatta, 718.475.5277 or
[email protected]
HAvE YOU JOINED
OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR SIGNED UP
FOR TWITTER?
vISIT SIJCC.ORG AND SIGN UP.
KEEP UP WITH ALL THE FUN
ALL YEAR LONG.
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special needs
Kevin J. Brosnick Supervisor- Dept. of Individuals with Special Needs 718-475-5256
Yoni (Jonathan) Wiesel, MSW Director of Special Needs
718-475-5291
[email protected]
[email protected]
Our Special Needs Department seeks to provide developmental opportunities for a wide spectrum of individuals
with exceptionalities. Through recreation and other social activities, our myriad of programs support individuals from ages 5 through early adulthood. Our staff’s mission is to provide opportunities for participants
to improve social skills thereby enhancing their overall well being. Staff consist of professionals and college
students working together to provide stimulating experiences for these children and young adults.
Dr. and Mrs. Megna Kids Club
for Special Kids
Day Habilitation
Our Day Habilitation Program for Young Adults
offers our participants an array of social, recreational and vocational activities in collaboration
with local organizations and our home agency.
With professionally supported direct care staff, we
engage our participants in opportunities to be
healthy, social, and active members of the community with a maximum degree of independence, ultimately aiming to establish the groundwork for
optimal success in achieving their highest potential
as they transition into adulthood.
Wednesday Music and
Contact Christina Tesoriero,
Teen Social Group
Day Habilitation Coordinator:
Every Wednesday at 6pm young adults and chil- 718.475.5288 or [email protected]
dren with developmental disabilities interact with
their peers in a variety of activities that increase
Super Special Sundays
self-esteem and enhance social skills. The WednesTwo Sundays each month, up to 3 dozen children
day Music program begins with a share-out of
with a range of special needs come to our JCC for
personal events topics including school, family and
3 hours of fun before the stress of the school week
relationships. Activities include music, drums, harp
starts again. Each hour is devoted to a specific acand a variety of other social activities
tivity: table talk, social skills, dance and creative
play, and take home arts and crafts. Throughout
Kids Club for Teens
our day, children are encouraged to participate to
the best of their ability in the activities as well as
After School Program
engage with each other and our staff. Children en(ages 13-18)
rolled
in this program are supported by a licensed
Our Teen after school program for young adults
with autism or other related disorders presents an special education teacher, volunteers, as well as colopportunity to young adults to be healthy, social, lege and high school students enrolled in the UJAand active members of the community with a max- funded CLASSP internship program with our
imum degree of independence, ultimately aiming agency.
(ages 6-13)
Our after school program for children with high
functioning autism presents an opportunity for
children to socialize and complete nightly homework. Licensed teachers provide academic supports
in addition to facilitating beneficial activities including yoga, swimming, basketball, music and
other exciting opportunities.
to establish the groundwork for optimal success in
achieving their highest potential as they transition
into adulthood. Licensed teachers provide academic supports in addition to facilitating beneficial
activities including homework help, inclusion, social skills exploration, fitness and athletics, recreational group classes, monthly trips, and parent
communication.
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Marvin’s Camp
Committees
Marvin’s Camp is a unique recreational summer
program customized for children with special
needs as well as those who are non-ambulatory.
After six weeks of dance classes, swimming, social
skills and field trips, the children show off their
skills in a dance performance for their families and
relive the summer through a picture slide show.
With a wide array of both social and developmental
activities, children are engaged by professionallysupported trained staff to create some of the best
memories of their summer.
The Special Needs Department has a Special Needs
committee which is comprised of professionals and
family members of those with disabilities.
The committees act as a resource for both individuals with mental and physical disability in assisting
to develop policies, collaborative programs, community outreach, and referrals of individuals and
professionals. For more information on joining or
supporting our committees, please contact Yoni
(Jonathan) Wiesel, MSW at 718-475-5291 or via
email at [email protected]
Camp Independence
Camp Independence is a camp which integrates
children and young adults with diabetes together
with the JCC day camp. Camp Independence is
equipped with medical personnel.
This program will run for 4 weeks during regular
camp session.
Special Events
The Special Needs department year round has fun
and exciting events for both the Special Needs community and the community at large.
Special Events include ReelAbilities (a film festival which brings awareness to the community
about physical and mental disability), Music for
Autism (concerts for families and friends of Special Needs individuals), an annual Senator Lanza
Special Education Fair (to support the needs of
Special Needs individuals and families) and much
more.
Support Groups
and Special Need Resources
The Special Needs Department is in the process of
formulating a support group for individuals, families and friends that live with developmental and
physical disabilities. These support groups
will have a clinical facilitator, art therapy, professional speakers (to bring up-to-date information,
knowledge and experience) and much more. In addition, the Special Needs Department is in the
process of formulating a monthly newsletter which
will include up-to-date information in Special
Needs for both developmental and physical disabilities.
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family programming
We love sharing special events* with JCC members and the community. Some are small and others are large
but they are all planned with you in mind. Watch for e-mails and posters. Additional programs are planned.
Stephanie Feldman, Family Program Director
718.475.5232
New Season Celebration
[email protected]
Tu B’ Shevat Seder
Sunday, September 21, 2014
12-2pm
Bernikow
FREE
Sunday, February 1, 2015
Time: TBA
Bernikow
FREE
JCC DART
Sukkot Family Fun Fest
SuperBowl Sports Challenge
Sunday, October 12, 2014
2-4pm
Bernikow
Fee: Adult: $5/Kids: $15/kids under 2 free
Sukkot Party
Sukkah on the Grass off the Social Hall
Music provided by Music Institute
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
4-6pm
Bernikow
FREE
veteran’s Day
Intergenerational Program with Early Childhood
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
Time: TBA
Avis & Bernikow
FREE
Thanksgiving Brunch
Friday, November 28, 2014
11am-1pm
Bernikow
FREE
Soccer, Basketball & Swimming
Date & Time TBA Bernikow
FREE
Purim Carnival
Carnival – Wild Wild West
Sunday, March 1, 2015
12:30-3pm
Bernikow
Fee: $15M/$18NM Adults Free
Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Celebration
Sunday, March 8, 2015
10am-12pm
Bernikow Social Hall
Women’s Seder
Mother/Daughter Event
Monday, March 30, 2015
Time: TBA
Bernikow
Fee: TBA
Yom Ha Atzmaut
Pajama Book Fair
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
6-7pm
ECE Wing – Bernikow
Israel Independence Day Celebration
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Time: TBA
Bernikow
FEE: TBA
Book Fair
Lag B’Omer
Tuesday - Thursday, December 2-4, 2014
8am-4pm
ECE Wing – All Buildings
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Hanukkah
* all events and dates subject to change
Sunday, December 21, 2014
Time: TBA
Bernikow
FREE
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neighborhood senior centers
Glenda Martinez, Stapleton Director
Albana Telic, CLLD Program Coordinator
Jodie Kornblum, Avis/South Shore DIrector
718.981.8828
718.475.5289
718.475.5283
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Stapleton Neighborhood
Senior Center
Avis/South Shore Neighborhood Senior Center
189 Gordon Street, Staten Island, NY 10304
The Avis/South Shore Neighborhood Senior Center is the place to be if you are a senior adult age 60
and above. For those who enjoy socializing, staying
fit and sharing a Kosher meal with your peers, the
neighborhood center offers all that and more. For
those who are homebound and find it physically
challenging to get to the “J” our Case Management
department is available to assist you by telephone
or in person in managing your activities of daily
living. For more information about how participation in our senior adult programs can enhance the
quality of your life, please visit our website or contact our intake department at 718.508.3890.
The JCC Stapleton Neighborhood Senior Center
offers a wide variety of services to stimulate both
body and mind. The nutritional program includes
a warm, healthy and hearty breakfast and lunch.
Nutritional education and monthly blood pressure
screenings, conducted by a registered nurse, are
also offered. There are computer and ceramics
classes as well as arts and crafts. Physical activities
taught by certified instructors include Tai-Chi,
Yoga, aerobics, chair exercises and line dancing.
Case assistance and referrals are provided to all
members to help resolve various personal matters
pertaining to food stamps, Access-A-Ride, rent
arrears, Medicare and Medicaid, eviction prevention and much more. Translation services are also
available upon request in English, Spanish and
Tagalog. All adults 60 and above are invited and
welcome to join this fun, diverse and friendly senior center.
All JCC Social Services are Free
(unless otherwise noted) and Open to All
Free door-to-door transportation is available
to/from the Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC for
adults 60+ or disabled participants to attend programs at the JCC during designated Center for
Life Long Development (CLLD) hours and
to/from the Avis/South Shore JCC during
designated Neighborhood Senior Center hours
of operation. Free CLLD and/or Neighborhood
Senior Center enrollment is required to take advantage of the transportation option. Our bus is
lift accessible. For more information about
CLLD enrollment, please contact the CLLD
Office at 718.517.7445. For more information
about Neighborhood Senior Center enrollment,
please contact Jodie Kornblum at 718.475.5283
or [email protected].
CLLD Program
City funded program offering services and programs for those over 60.
CLLD offers Six Centers of Excellence:
• Arts & Entertainment
Painting classes, Group Keyboarding, Trips to
Metropolitan Museum of Art, Ballroom dancing
• Life Long Learning
Partnership with CSI offering education
courses: Medieval Times, Jewish Folklore
• Computer Technology
Creative Power Point, Advanced Internet
• Health & Wellness
Chair yoga, Zumba, Xbox bowling
• Intergenerational
Homework help with after school program,
partnering with Day Hab program
• Social Action
Bingo events to raise money for various organizations
Please contact Albana Telic at 718.475.5289 or
[email protected]
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SeniorNet
SeniorNet of SI is celebrating its 20th year with the JCC providing computer classes for those 50 Plus
with courses from Beginners to those who are Advanced but wish to expand their knowledge. Members
of this group are all volunteers, also 50 plus. They are retirees who want to share their expertise in a
multitude of areas in the Computer World by teaching, assistant teaching, technical advice, advertising,
class development, finance, public relations etc.
Because of their ages and life experience they are able to relate to the students with patience and understanding. The manuals and/or the handouts they use are clear. The computer classroom limits the
number of students to 12 and is handicapped accessible.
Quarterly classes are given for students who are Beginners, Advanced Beginners, Intermediates and
Advanced. Depending on the subject being offered, some day classes are given for 3 hours once a week
for 8 weeks, some for 2 hours a class for 6 weeks.
Some classes are being offered in the early evening to accommodate those persons who may still be
working and wish to advance their skills. (Advanced Adobe Elements and Spreadsheet Using Excel 2010).
Students do not have to be members of the JCC, but those who are receive a 15% deduction from the
surprisingly low cost for classes. Limited scholarships are offered. Application must be made 10 days
prior to registration.
For further information or a request for an application call 718.475.5200, press 8 and then ext. 1182 or
www.seniornetsi.org or email: [email protected].
Senior Olympics
The Annual Beatrice Victor Senior Olympics begins Sunday, September 14.
Have you sent in your application? There is a late registration fee but it’s not
too late. Pick one up at the Bernikow reception desk, or download and print one
at sijcc.org.
If you are over 50, you don’t want to miss out on all the fun. You can participate
in as many of our events as you wish. You can join your friends in our gala closing
ceremonies on Friday, September 19 which includes a parade of winners,
demonstrations by senior groups and a wonderful luncheon at the Bernikow JCC.
Questions? Feel free to contact 718.981.48933 ext. 1412. Let’s all ...“Use it, Don’t Lose It”
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jcc social services
Neshama Marcus, Director of Social Services
718.475.5228
[email protected]
“Whoever saves a life, it is considered as if (s)he saved an entire world”
Visit our One-Stop Shop!
Free Benefits/Entitlements Screening
and Enrollment Assistance
- Restoring Human Dignity
• SNAP Benefits (Food stamps)
• Health Insurance Options
• Utility Assistance Programs i.e. HEAP,
etc. (November-May)
• Life Line/Safe Link (free cell phone)
• Access-a-Ride (for Senior Citizens/Disabled)
• Income Tax Preparation
And more
For more information, please contact Devorah
Weiss at 718.475.5245 (office), 917.922.6859 (cell)
Free Legal Consultation
- Justice Justice We Shall Pursue
Landlord/Tenant Disputes/
Evictions/Foreclosures, HRA/Social Security/
Elder Law/Unemployment Benefits, etc.
Free Financial Counseling
- Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a
man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime
Managing Debt, Budgeting, Bankruptcy, etc. For
more information, please contact Devorah Weiss
at 718.475.5245 (office), 917.922.6859 (cell) or
[email protected].
Free Career Counseling
- Dignity of Labor
Free Home Safety Assessments
- Aging in Place
Handlebar installations, etc.
For more information, please contact Melissa
Batha at 718.475.5245 or [email protected].
Kosher Food Pantry
- All Who Are Hungry, Let Them Come & Eat
Donations are received from the Food Bank of
New York and MET Council, as well as many local
businesses and private donations. The Kosher Food
Pantry is by appointment only in order to ensure
personal, confidential, one-on-one services. The
Kosher Food Pantry also accepts donations of nonperishable food items. For an appointment or
additional information please contact Sara Cohen
at 718.475.5242 or [email protected]
Free Individual Supportive Counseling
- Healing the Spirit
• Bereavement/Grief/Loss
• Social Isolation
• Caregivers
• Marital Issues/Separation/Divorce
• Health and Wellness
• Life’s Transitions
• Support Groups
• Short-term Counseling
For more information, please contact Neshama
Marcus at 718.475.5228 or [email protected].
FREE IMMIGRATION & EDUCATION
SERVICES
Citizenship Preparation
Part of the naturalization process includes successfully completing a test administered by the US Citizenship and Immigration Service. This course
helps prepare immigrants to take that test by introducing US history and government with the appropriate English vocabulary and grammar structure
for ESL students who are preparing to take the US
citizenship examination. Practice questions and
books are supplied. For more information, please
contact Antoinette Cavaliere at 718.508.3885 or
[email protected].
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English as a Second Language
(ESL) Classes
This program is designed to help immigrants learn
and improve their English language skills. Regardless of the language you speak, we can teach you
English. There are classes available in both beginner and intermediate levels. This is an intensive
course given two times a week for a 10 week cycle.
The focus is to facilitate conversational English,
reading and writing in order for students to find
employment, make promotional gains and increase
involvement in their children’s education. For
more information, please contact Antoinette
Cavaliere at 718.508.3885 or [email protected].
GED Preparatory Classes
This program provides students with the necessary
skills needed to pass the GED (high school equivalency diploma) exam. Classes are FREE and are
taught by qualified instructors. Day and evening
schedules are available. This program provides
scheduling for all eligible students to take their
GED exam at the local testing center. Requirements for admittance: applicant must be 17.5 years
old or older at the time of registration and score an
intermediate level or higher on the entrance exam.
Enrollment is limited. For more information,
please contact Maria Anselmo at 718.508.3881 or
[email protected].
Community Events and Synagogue
Workshops
- Unity & Community
Dates and times to be determined.
If you are interested in hosting a mental health
workshop in your synagogue, please contact
Neshama Marcus, Director of Social Services
718.475.5228 [email protected].
HAvE YOU JOINED
OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR SIGNED UP
FOR TWITTER?
vISIT SIJCC.ORG AND SIGN UP.
KEEP UP WITH ALL THE FUN
ALL YEAR LONG.
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CONNECT-TO-RECOVERY
- A Time to Build
JCC DART
(Disaster Assistance Response Team)
Once the first responders alleviate the immediate
danger of the disaster, JCC DART assists families
through the recovery process. Our role starts after
the immediate danger has passed. Our services
include distribution/collection of emergency
supplies and crisis intervention. There is no eligibility requirement to receive JCC DART services
other than being impacted by a disaster.
Donate
In order to insure that JCC DART is always prepared to respond to disaster, we are collecting the
following items on an on-going basis:
first aid kits
flashlights
batteries
diapers
blankets
shovels
brooms
trash bags
work gloves
latex gloves
masks
bleach
buckets
generators
heaters
dehumidifiers
wet/dry vacs
blowers
plastic bins with covers
JCC DART collection bins are located at the Joan
& Alan Bernikow JCC, Avis/South Shore JCC and
Aberlin/North Shore JCC.
Volunteer
JCC DART volunteers are recruited from all over
Staten Island to assist individuals and families
impacted by disaster. During and after many emergencies, Staten Island bridges close, leaving disaster
victims feeling helpless. Since JCC DART is stationed in Staten Island, JCC DART mobilizes faster
than larger disaster relief organizations based in
Manhattan, eliminating the delay of vital resources
to the Staten Island community.
JCC DART volunteers are trained to respond to
all types of disasters, including hurricanes, snow
storms, power outages, main water line breaks, etc.
Trainings include American Red Cross, World
Cares, NYC and OSHA 10 certification.
For more information, please contact Debbie Burack at 646.261.6576 or [email protected].
DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENT (DCM)
• Free Legal Counseling (NYLAG)
• Free Financial Counseling (NYLAG)
• Free Career Counseling
(FEGS, Met Council, Make the Road NY)
• New! Free Mental Health Services
• Cash Assistance (UJA-Federation, Met
Council, Robin Hood Foundation)*
• NYDIS Unmet Needs Roundtable*
• Gift Cards (seasonal, provided by
Catholic Charities and Salvation Army)*
• Home Visits*
• Assistance with Utilities/Bills*
• Move-In Assistance Program
(American Red Cross)*
• Kosher Food Pantry
(JCC & COJO of SI)
• Kosher Meals on Wheels
• Community-wide events for survivors
• Children & Youth Services
• Crisis Intervention
• eNewsletter
• Funeral Assistance
• NYS Health Insurance (JCC Navigator)
*Disaster Case Manager required for eligibility
For more information, please contact the DCM
Hotline at 855.258.0483.
COUNSELING SERVICES
The JCC offers a full array of counseling services,
including individual as well as group sessions for
both children and adults, exciting art therapy sessions and groups for children and adults, and spiritual counseling. If you or your children or friends
were impacted by Hurricane Sandy in any way and
would like to take advantage of these amazing
FREE services, please contact Neshama Marcus at
SENIOR SERVICES
“MINGLE & SOCIALIzE”
SENIOR ADULT SINGLES CLUB
- Make Yourself a Friend
This Partners in Caring (PIC) initiative is a UJAFederation of New York-funded program to
address mental health and social isolation, particularly among the senior adult population. There are
no eligibility criteria to take advantage of this program. The JCC collaborates with local community
Rabbis to provide adults with socialization opportunities and counseling services, including walking
club, trip club and theatre group. “Mingle & Socialize” is a monthly event for singles 60+ to meet
and greet – watch for monthly dates and topics!
For more information on the PIC socialization
activities, please contact Barbara Fried, L.C.S.W.
at 718.494.0389.
To schedule individual counseling or join a support group, please contact Neshama Marcus at
[email protected] or 718.475.5228.
Senior Adult Case Management
- Honor and respect the aged
The JCC offers Case Management Services to
Staten Island’s older homebound adult community.
If you reside in the Community Board 2 or 3 areas,
the JCC can provide you with a case manager who
will assess and evaluate eligibility for home delivered meals and a host of other benefits and entitlements designed for older adults to age in place. Case
Management provides individuals and families
with a personal case manager who can help navigate the maze of services to develop strength–based
individual care plans. For more information, please
contact the intake center at 718.508.3890.
CAREGIVER SERVICES
For adults who are caring for their elderly spouses
and parents with physical or cognitive disorders,
confusion and memory loss including Alzheimer’s
and dementia.
• Individual Counseling and Assessment
• Referrals for Benefits and Entitlements
• Caregiver Speakers Series and
Support Groups
• Specially designed classes in Yoga
and Stress Management
• Individual Respite (limited homecare)
• Group Respite
Caregiver Services is a unique support program
serving the needs of the CAREGIVER. Trained
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and caring staff meet with each family to tailor a
long term plan that will reduce the stress of providing 24/7 care by providing information, support
through individual counseling and assessment,
weekly support groups, lectures on legal, financial
and medical topics, and Yoga/Stress management
workshops to increase vitality and provide support.
Grandparents as Caregivers
Available for caregivers who are grandparents, age
55 and over, having full custody of minor grandchildren age 18 or under. The program offers
information, referrals, grandparent advocacy,
support groups, workshops and education on
parenting grandchildren. It offers limited quantities
of supplemental supplies such as backpacks,
formula, etc. In some cases a Personal Emergency
Response System (PERS) may be available at no
cost on a temporary basis. For more information,
please contact Megan Campbell at 718.475.5287 or
[email protected].
Social Adult Group Respite Program (SAGRP)
Our Social Adult Group Respite Program (SAGRP)
provides individuals with beginning to mid-stage
Alzheimer’s an opportunity to socialize and remain
mentally and physically stimulated. In addition,
while the senior adult is in the SAGRP the caregiver has an opportunity for respite and is free to
run errands and tend to his/her routine activities.
For more information, please contact Megan
Campbell at 718.475.5287
Caregiver Support Group
Ongoing group, new members always welcome.
For more information, please contact Jessie
Schwartz at 718.475.5279 or [email protected].
Yoga for Caregivers
Stress reduction through meditation with certified
Yoga Instructor Shirley Tepper. 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, 12 noon-1:40 pm. This program
is for members of the JCC DFTA-funded Caregiver
Program. (Non-members may participate for a fee
of $3 per session space permitting.) Advance registration is required. For more information, please
contact Megan Campbell at 718.475.5287 or
[email protected].
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SOCIAL ADULT DAY SERVICES (SADS)
The Social Adult Day Services is a program tailored
specifically for senior adults age 60 and over who
have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, related dementia or traumatic brain injury (TBI). The
program provides individuals with an opportunity
to socialize and remain mentally and physically
stimulated through activities led by trained and caring staff. Program hours: Tuesday and Thursday
from 10am – 3pm. Services include nutritionally
balanced lunch, fitness programs to improve circulation and strength, art and music therapy, pet therapy, reminisce and mind-wellness activities, onsite
entertainment and outside trips. For more information, please contact Megan Campbell at
All JCC Social Services are Free
(unless otherwise noted) and Open to All
Free door-to-door transportation is available
to/from the Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC for
adults 60+ or disabled participants to attend programs at the JCC during designated Center for
Life Long Development (CLLD) hours and
to/from the Avis/South Shore JCC during
designated Neighborhood Senior Center hours
of operation. Free CLLD and/or Neighborhood
Senior Center enrollment is required to take advantage of the transportation option. Our bus is
lift accessible. For more information about
CLLD enrollment, please contact the CLLD
Office at 718.517.7445. For more information
about Neighborhood Senior Center enrollment,
please contact Jodie Kornblum at 718.475.5283
music institute
Ela Seeley, Music Institute Director
718.475.5263
[email protected]
www.dorothydelsonkuhnmusicinstitute.sijcc.org
Whether you want to introduce your child or yourself to the joys of playing an instrument or developing vocal
talent, or you want to take your skills to the higher level, the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute has the
depth and range of instruction you are seeking. The Music Institute has been a powerful stimulus to music on
Staten Island since its inception. Its faculty and students are active participants in the musical life of the community and throughout New York City. The faculty consists of professional musicians with extensive teaching
and performing experience and students learn in a non-competitive atmosphere. The Music Institute is a nonprofit and non-sectarian music school. It is the only member of the National Guild of Community Arts Education on Staten Island.
Registration
Registration is on-going. New students should
consult with Ela, the Music Institute Director
before registering, 718.475.5263.
Music Institute Brochure
For a full listing of classes or for more information, please contact Ela or go to
www.dorothydelsonkuhnmusicinstitute.sijcc.org
Private Lessons
Private lessons may be 30, 45 or 60 minutes.
Enrollment is for 30 weekly lessons from October
through June. A special provision is made for late
registrants. Lessons are offered at both the
Bernikow JCC and Avis/South Shore JCC.
Private lessons are available in:
Piano
Clarinet
Recorder
Guitar
Flute
French horn
Violin
Oboe
Trombone
Cello
Saxophone
Tuba
Voice
Trumpet
Drums
Early Childhood
Music Classes
For our younger students, we offer fun and interactive classes that lay the foundation for the future
musical experiences.
Parent/child music classes
at Bernikow JCC
Harmony Road Classes
It is a unique parent/child musical program that focuses on the development of the whole child while
stressing keyboard readiness. Each group course is
designated specifically for the age group, reinforcing and building on their skills as they progress
through the curriculum. Parent or caregiver must
actively accompany the child in class. Book and CD
included for all classes. Free demonstration classes
will be held one week prior to class start dates
throughout the year.
Music in Me
ages 3-4
A dynamic readiness program for young children
with emphasis on the ear training, solfege singing,
movement, pitch and rhythm awareness, keyboard
geography and finger readiness. Creativity is
stressed.
Parent involvement in class and at home.
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Harmony Road
Do Re Me
ages 4.5-6
55 minutes weekly. 15 weeks
Carefully constructed for children to learn the basic
building blocks of music. Emphasis on ear training,
solfege singing, keyboard playing, ensemble and
rhythm activities, movement and music creativity.
Reading concepts are presented gradually and basic
composing activities encourage the development
of the child’s musical vocabulary. This exceptional
course gives the student “inner hearing”, which
makes transposing, improvisation and composing
easily accessible in their musical studies. Parent involvement in class and at home.
ages 4-5
45 minutes weekly, 10 weeks
Discover the magic of music through singing, dancing and playing along in this interactive, fun and
educational music class. Class size is limited.
Thursdays, 12pm
The Young Musician
ages 6-7
55 minutes weekly, 15 weeks
The Young Musician course introduces beginning
students to keyboard performance and note reading in a holistic program, including the organized
development of pitch, rhythm, solfege singing,
keyboard and movement activities. Parent involvement in class and at home.
Music Together of Staten
Island @ the JCC
ages birth – 5
45 minutes, 9 sessions
Music Together is an internationally recognized
early childhood music program for babies, toddlers,
preschoolers, kindergarteners and adults who love
them. The classes are based on the recognition that
all children are musical. All children can learn to
sing in tune, keep a beat, and participate with confidence in the music of our culture, provided that
their early environment supports such learning.
Book and CD included in the price of the class. Free
demonstration classes will be held the week prior
to the program start.
Tuesdays, 9:45am or 10:30am or
Sundays, 9:45am or 10:45am
Suzuki violin
ages 4-5
45 minutes 10 sessions
Children will learn by listening and imitating their
teacher. In this method children are believed to be
innately musical. Parents are actively included in
the process of learning.
Sundays, 12 noon
Preteens/Teens
Singing is FUN-damental
ages 7 - 9
15 sessions
Geared towards the younger child who loves to
sing and wants to learn how to use their voice but
may not be ready for private lessons. Relaxed, fun,
interactive setting. Focus will be on ear training,
proper breathing, technique and repertoire.
Tuesdays, 4pm
Musicianship/Theory
Classes
These classes provide enrichment through instruction in theory, ear training, musical forms, music
history and general music appreciation. Students
will be assigned to an appropriate class. Participation is highly recommended. This class is included
with private lesson tuition. For those not enrolled
in Music Institute private lessons, a special arrangement may be made and a fee will apply.
Jazz Ensemble
The participants will have the opportunity to be a
member of a small group, learn new music, and
meet fellow musicians from across the island. Ensembles will meet weekly. The class is open to all
enthusiastic Staten Island musicians ages 9-18 with
some prior experience on their instruments.
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Chamber Ensemble for Youth
Take the next step and expand repertoire while
playing in an intimate group. Advance skills to include balance, phrasing and intonation. Chamber
music offers players the perfect balance between
solo and orchestral performing. Free for current
Music Institute students. Others may participate.
Music Faculty
Piano:
Guitar:
Adult Music Programs
Adult Chamber Group
90 minutes 15 weeks
Take the next step and expand your repertoire
while playing in an intimate group. Advance your
skills to include balance, phrasing and intonation.
Chamber music offers players the perfect balance
between solo and orchestral performing. Open to
all levels, however, you must be able to read music.
Thursdays, 7:30-9pm
Recorder Ensemble
Musicians of all levels get together and enjoy
playing multi-part music on an instrument that is
easy to learn. Those who play compatible instruments or sing are also welcomed.
Bernikow JCC
Fridays, 3:30pm
Strings:
Nelly Cherepinskaya
Tatyana Cherepinskaya
Yelena Khaymovich
Elona Migirov
Samuel Murphy
Fred Crisson
James Panos
Jenna Calderon
Jennifer Vincent
Larisa Vollis
Woodwinds:
Daniel Kelley
Janet Sirotta
Margaret Wiltrout
Brass:
Alan Aurelia
Carolyn Clark
Voice:
Lisa Forst
Cara Lanzi
Early Childhood Music:
Kelly Grant
Lisa Forst
Theory, Music Appreciation:
Yelena Khaymovich
Elona Migirov
Chamber Music:
Larisa Vollis
Percussion:
Thomas Baker
Matthew Savage
visual Arts
Art at the J Gallery
Murray Berman Art Gallery
Interesting. Intriguing. Stimulating.
Exhibits year round at the
Art at the J Gallery in the rotunda.
For info, please, call Ela 718.475.5263.
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bernikow fitness/wellness
Donny Brandefine, Fitness Manager
718.475.5214
[email protected]
DR. RON & NANCY AVIS FITNESS CENTER
Feel Strong. Live Healthy. Be Inspired.
All of us have different reasons for why we come to the JCC Fitness Center and what we do inside its 5,000
square feet of fitness brilliance. No matter what kind of fitness activity you choose, our enthusiastic staff will
be there to assist you with our equipment, offer suggestions for your workout and provide helpful fitness tips.
Our signature fitness & personal training programs, cutting-edge equipment and innovative classes distinguish us as so much more than just your ordinary health club. We continue to expand our program offerings
and are excited to introduce new, innovative elements to our membership.
Mitchell Scott Gordon
Spa @ the J
Boxing Personal Training
Boxing Personal Training works to stress the body
at a high intensity for short periods of time. This
Choose from a wide array of services - massages,
equates to the burning of large amounts of calories
facials including therapeutic skin treatments, body
in a one hour session with a Personal Trainer. Sign
treatments, reflexology, and body waxing as well as
up today to get started on a plan for a “Knockout
spa manicures and spa pedicures. All of our treatBody” by incorporating boxing interval training
ments are provided by licensed New York State
into your regular exercise routine. Boxing skills not
massage therapists, estheticians or cosmetologists.
required and the goal is not to use these skills in
We offer professional salon services in a private,
competition boxing.
tranquil environment - designed with you in mind.
A visit to our spa is the perfect way to begin the
new season. Services provided by appointment One-on-One Training
only through the Sports Desk at 718.475.5210.
1 hour session - $65
5 one hour sessions - $300
Schedule appointment at the Sports Desk,
Pink Program
718.475.5210
This exciting, effective 6 week program will help
you exercise safely while enhancing your overall
health whether you’re in the midst of treatment or Express One-on-One
years beyond it. This is the only breast cancer re- Training
covery program approved by the American Council (1/2 hour sessions)
of Exercise. 6 weeks, 2 times per week. Call Janice For individuals with a tight schedule and a desire
Salerno at 718.475.1143 for information.
for a concentrated workout.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6pm
1/2 hour session - $45
6 week program
FREE for JCC members/$150NM
Partner Training
New Class Forming. Call Janice for information.
Partner training has been proven to increase commitment to a fitness regimen.
Personal Training
1 hour, 2 people - $90/session
If you are looking for a personal fitness program or 5 one hour sessions - $425
that will deliver results and keep you motivated,
our programs are perfect for you! A variety of sessions are available with our well rounded, certified
Bernikow Fitness Hours
trainers.
Monday - Thursday 5:30am - 10:45pm
Friday
5:30am - 6:45pm
Saturday - Sunday
7:00am - 6:45pm
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Group Personal Training
Affordable, small group personal training and progressive fitness programs designed to meet your
needs. Fun, motivating and results-driven (1 hour,
3 people)
1 hour, 3 people – 6 week sessions,
12 sessions. 2 times per week
$300 per person
One-on-One Stretching/
Foam Rolling
Stretching helps flexibility for increasing range of
motion while foam rolling increases blood circulation, reduces lactic acid build up and improves
posture.
1/2 hour session - $30
5 one half hour sessions - $150
TRX Suspension Training
or Kickboxing Class
Kid’s Fitness Class
ages 6-12
FUN and kid-loving instructors lead the students through physical activities to improve the
health of our youth.
Mondays and Wednesdays 4-5pm
Free for JCC members
Group Ex room
Contact Janice Salerno, 718.475.1143.
Select Group Ex Classes
Free for members only
Body Pump
This 60 minute national workout challenges all of
your major muscle groups by using the best
weight room exercises like squats, presses lifts and
curls. Great Music, Great Experience!
Spinning
Total Body Resistance Exercise that tones your
body and strengthens your core.
Kickboxing refers to martial arts moves based on
kicking and punching.
1 hour, 3-6 people
$15 per person based on a
minimum of 3 people per class
A 55 minute stationary cycling workout set to
music, which focuses on endurance and interval
training. A variety of class offerings listed on the
Group Exercise monthly schedule at the Sports
Desk.
Youth Personal Training
A total body workout designed to increase energy,
stamina and improve circulation and flexibility in
a water setting. Your head never goes under the
water and swimming skills are not needed. A variety of class offerings are listed on the Pool and
Group Exercise schedules at the Sports Desk.
ages 10 – 13
Youth personal training allows youth to improve
their general fitness, reduce obesity and help
achieve fitness goals.
1/2 hour, 1 person - $40
or 5 one half hour sessions - $175
1 hour, 1 person - $55
or 5 one hour sessions - $250
1 hour, 2 people - $70
1 hour, 3 people - $75
Aqua Zumba and Splash
Yoga
Enjoy the mind and body connection to deep
stretching, slow and rhythmic poses and balance
postures. Develop strength, balance and flexibility
while experiencing deep relaxation. A variety of
yoga style classes are listed on the Group Exercise
schedule.
Gym Rentals/Gym Sponsors/ Sports Field Rentals
Rent our gyms and/or advertise your business with a large sign in the downstairs Perla and Richard
Kuhn Gym. You can also rent our sports fields for parties or soccer matches.
Select JCC facilities are available to all organizations, groups and individuals for life cycle events,
meetings and celebrations. Call 718.475.5261 for information.
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Teen Tune Up
ages 13 - 15
Children under the age of 16 are not permitted into
the Fitness Center.
However, in order to contribute to the fitness level
of our youth, individuals 13 - 15 years are able to
use the Fitness Center only after undergoing a
Teen Tune-Up Certification Course. This allows
youth to be trained on the concepts of fitness, etiquette in the facility and authorization to use the
facility under the supervision of the fitness floor
staff. $40 fee for up to 1 1/2 hours with a trainer.
Guest Pass Policy
• Daily Guest passes are $15
• If you join our Fitness Center within 30 days of
the expiration of your guest pass, you may apply
the guest fee towards your membership dues.
• Guest Passes are issued at the Reception desk in
the lobby. We will photocopy your Driver’s License or Photo ID card for security purposes before
issuing the Guest Pass.
Locker Rentals
Instead of carrying your workout clothes back
and forth to the gym, the Bernikow Fitness Center offers annual locker rentals, giving you one
less thing to worry about. Rental lockers are
available on a first come first served basis, and
are only available to Platinum members. Lockers
available for rental measure about 12” x 12”,
enough space to store your toiletries, shoes, etc.
overnight.
Fee: $12 month/$144 annual
Babysitting Hours
Monday - Friday
Monday & Tuesday
Saturday
Sunday
8:30am - 12:30pm
4-8pm
closed
8:30am-12:30pm
Brighton Ballet Theatre at the JCC!
Brighton Ballet Theatre (BBT) is a dance school dedicated to providing the highest quality
dance education for boys and girls, ages 2-19. BBT draws on the rich tradition of Russian ballet.
In addition to teaching all students in Russian ballet by the Russian method, students will also have
the opportunity to take rhythmic dance and ballet pilates for kids.
Avis/South Shore
Register at www.brightonballet.com/staten-island.html
Fall Registration
Wednesday, September 3, 2014 from 6pm-8pm
In order to register before or after September 3rd, please contact us
at [email protected] or 1-866-812-7646
FALL CLASS LISTINGS
Classes begin September 7, 2014
Rhythmic Dance (age 2-3) Sun.10:30am-11:15am
Pre-Ballet (age 4-5) Sun. 11:15am-12:15pm
Ballet 0 (age 6-8) Sun.12:30pm-1:30pm
Ballet Pilates (age 9 & up) Sun.1:30pm-2:15pm
Contemporary Dance (age 9 & up) Sun 2:15pm-3pm
Ballet 1A (age 9-12) Mon. &Wed. 4:30pm-5:30pm
Ballet 0A (age 6-8) Mon. &Wed. 5:30pm-6:30pm
Pre-Ballet A (age 4-5) Mon. &Wed. 6:30pm-7:30pm
Note: "A" classes are for children with dance experience.
Students over 13 years old with previous ballet experience, please schedule an appointment;
[email protected], or call 1-866-812-7646.
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avis ﬁtness
At the JCC, our core values of trust, caring, integrity, passion, happiness and personal fitness guide everything
that we do at the Avis South Shore fitness center. Our goal is that every member is treated like an individual and
feels supported and motivated to get fit, and most importantly, have fun in the process. Visit our up to date Avis
fitness facility and get yourself into the best shape ever. All our equipment is new including our Cardio Theater
TV system mounted on treadmills. We provide an array of services and offer an extensive selection of cardiovascular fitness equipment. We have a large selection of free group exercise classes geared to every level. Our personnel
are trained to educate members about the equipment and assist with workouts. Our Personal Trainers hold nationally recognized certifications and are CPR/AED certified.
Two complimentary 30 minute orientations are required for each new member and should be scheduled by a personal trainer upon joining. This orientation is a basic demonstration of the safe and effective operation of the
cardio and strength training equipment. Some of these orientations grow into a comprehensive fitness assessment
session (Personal Training) and relationships between the member and trainer are well established as you reach
your goals.
Locker Rentals
Our Fitness Center has male and female locker
rooms equipped with showers. Lockers are for
daily use only.
• You can rent a locker for only $30 annually.
• We also have mini lockers for wallets,
cash and valuables for 25 cents.
Enrollment Policy
• Everyone wishing to join the Fitness Center will
be asked to complete a Liability Waiver. If you
have a medical restriction, you will be asked to provide a medical clearance note from your physician.
Teen Membership
The Teen rate/discount is for ages 12-20.
• Teens are required to go through the orientation
process to ensure a safe environment for themselves as well as others around them. Once they do
this, they are permitted to use the Fitness Center
without parental supervision.
• Teens can only use the Fitness Center
during non-school hours.
Guest Pass Policy
• Daily Guest passes are $15
• If you join our Fitness Center within 30 days of
the expiration of your guest pass, you may apply
the guest fee towards your membership dues.
• Guest Passes are issued at the Reception desk in
the lobby. We will photocopy your Driver’s License
or Photo ID card for security purposes before issuing the Guest Pass.
New Member Orientations
Our two complimentary 30 minute orientations are
required for each new member and should be scheduled by a personal trainer upon joining. This orientation is a basic demonstration of the safe and
effective operation of the cardio and strength training equipment. Some of these orientations grow
into a comprehensive fitness assessment session
(Personal training) and relationships between the
member and trainers are well established as they
reach their obtainable goals. Orientations are by appointment only.
AVIS FITNESS HOURS
Monday-Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
8am- 8:30pm
8am-2pm
closed
8am-1pm
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bernikow/avis sports & recreation
RICHMOND COUNTY SAVINGS BANK FOUNDATION HEALTH & FITNESS WING
Perla & Richard Kuhn Gym
Avis/South Shore
Gerry Mosley’s Shoot
For Success Basketball
pre-k-HS coed
10 sessions
Basketball skill training conducted by NY’s most
accomplished basketball trainer
Contact Lucy Kamil 917.923.5978 or
[email protected]
Men’s Basketball League
ages 18-adults
Leagues are ongoing
10 games plus play offs
$550 per team
Call Mark Levine, 718.917.0638
Pre-Season High School
Basketball League
grades 9-12
This is the perfect time to tune up for the high
school season. 10 games plus play offs. Contact
Lucy Kamil 917.923.5978 or [email protected]
Bernikow JCC
Bernikow Monday Night
Men’s Basketball
ages 18-adults
Teams and individuals accepted. Come on down
on Registration/Evaluation night to be placed on a
team of 8. Play 20 minute halves with a 5 minute
half time for a great workout. Leagues are ongoing.
10 games plus play offs. Contact Lucy Kamil
917.923.5978 or [email protected]
JCC/SB4U Soccer Best 4 You
ages 4-12
A program for children that teaches a variety of
fundamental skills in a fun and nurturing environment. Skills are taught through the use of different
fun games and activities that relate to the sport of
soccer.
10 Session Recreational, ages 4-12
Fee: $150M$175/NM
8 Session Intro to Soccer ages 4-5
Contact Ernest Murdukhayev, 718.475.5200 x
1107, or [email protected]
JCC Travel Basketball
grades 1-8 coed
Teams organized according to age and gender for
CYO Leagues. Play against and travel to other
JCCs, including tournaments. All players are required to participate in fundraisers to support program and play in thje Intramural program as well.
Contact Lucy Kamil, 917.923.5978
or [email protected]
Gym Rentals/Gym Sponsors/ Sports Field Rentals
Rent our gyms and/or advertise your business with a large sign in the downstairs Perla and Richard
Kuhn Gym. You can also rent our sports fields for parties or soccer matches.
Select JCC facilities are available to all organizations, groups and individuals for life cycle events,
meetings and celebrations. Call 718.475.5261 for information.
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aquatics
Claudia McLaughlin, Aquatics Director
718.475.5215
[email protected]
LUCILLE & JAY CHAzANOFF INDOOR POOL COMPLEX
Take time to enjoy the Aquatic Center at the Bernikow JCC as you swim the beautiful Olympic size indoor pool
overlooking the Green Belt and relax in the steam room, sauna and whirlpool. Plus, complimentary towel service
and grooming stations will enhance your aquatic activities. We’ve thought of everything so you don’t have to! All
aquatic classes & programs for children and adults are held in the JCC’s Bernikow building.
Splash/Aqua Zumba
Adult Splash classes consist of combining the resistance of water, the power of specialized water
equipment to give you a nonimpact, total body
workout welcomes all fitness levels. This program
is free to all members. Look for the group schedule
for the days and times.
Gender Swims
Please check the online schedule for all gender
swim times.
Richmond Aquatics Club
@ the JCC
ages under 8-18
This United States Swim Team begins in September and runs into August. There are five training
groups. Placement into one of the five groups will
be based on experience, ability level and a tryout
administered by the coaches. Placement into the
group is at the complete discretion of the coaches.
Please check the websitewww.richmondaquaticsclub.com.
JCC Pre-Competitive/
Richmond Aquatics
ages 6-18
Focus is on the four competitive strokes: freestyle,
backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly and also
promotes the perfection of starts and turns. This
program is designed for beginner swimmers with
basic knowledge in all strokes, or the more advanced swimmer not quite ready for competition.
This is an ongoing program. Please call for tryout
times and appointments. The program will only be
offered twice a week.
Session 1 –
September 17, 2014 – March 1, 2015
Session 2 –
March 4, 2015 – August 5, 2015
Lifeguard Training and CPR
Must be 15 years old and pass a preliminary swim
test. Classes begin in December and continue
through May.
Private Swim LessonsYouth and Adult
Beginning at the current level of the child or adult
and working towards independent swimming skills
or stroke improvement. This class is designed for
one-on-one instruction.
Scheduled by appointment only.
30 and 45 minute sessions
Swimming Lessons:
The American Red Cross Way
Level 1 through Level 4
ages 3-14
Level 1- Introduction to Water Skills
(Sundays, 10am or Tuesdays, 4:30pm)
Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic Skills
(Sundays, 10am or Tuesdays, 4:30pm)
Level 3- Stroke Development
(Sundays, 11am or Thursdays, 4:30pm)
Level 4- Stroke Improvement
(Sundays, 11am or Thursdays, 4:30pm)
There are two separate 5 week sessions throughout
the year.
Babies R Swimming
“Baby Nemos”
ages 6 months - 2 1/2
Introduces infants/toddlers to the pool with the
comfort of their caregiver. An adult must accompany the child in the pool for the entire lesson.
There are two separate 5 week sessions throughout
the year.
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Triathlon Training/
Masters Training
Avantis Swimming Academy
– New Program
adults 18 years and older
This is an 8 week course consisting of stroke
improvement and conditioning for Tri-athletes
and Masters swimmers. The course is ongoing and
can be joined at any time.
Tuesdays, 6-7am
children ages 3 & up
We have an individual approach to every swimmer
and we recognize that every swimmer is different
and has different needs.
• Our goal is to make every child feel comfortable
in the water first and then slowly begin teaching
the basics.
• Member of the United States Swim School
Association
• Focus on technique development
• All coaches are part of the All-American
Collegiate Swimming Team
• High instructor-to-student ratio
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30-4:30pm starting in
September.
Please register on our website at
www.AvantisSA.com for a free evaluation class.
Any questions please call at 347.380.8777.
New York Swim Academy
12 years and under
Registration process for all new clients begins with
a free evaluation class to assess child’s comfort level
in the pool, and then recommending private or a
group class placement. Students can join lessons at
any time. Lessons are ongoing, year around. For
more information please contact us at
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gymnastics
Mary Fontana, Gymnastics Director
718.475.5275 or 718.720.7983
[email protected]
The JCC/Richmond Gymnastics Center has been training Staten Island's finest gymnasts for over 30 years,
We take pride in training all of our students in the U.S.A.G Junior Olympic program. "Start Here Go Anywhere" is their motto. Our center trains gymnasts from levels one through ten, ages 3 through 17.
We have produced the Island's top gymnasts for many years. All of our instructional classes are listed below.
Come Join The Fun!! Come and be part of our club. Remember a STAR is born every day.
Pre-teams and team programs:
USAG competitive levels 3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 & elite are held
Monday through Friday. 3 to 15 hours per week
are required to become a team member.
FEATURING THE USA
Fees: $660 (10 months) or $72 a month Members
JUNIOR OLYMPIC
$760 (10 months) or $82 a month NonMembers
PROGRAM
($27 registration fee per family per year)
Day and time will be given to you upon registration. Pay in full or
provide credit card number to be debited monthly. Sibling and group rates available.
Program Philosophy:
Our main objective is to further the development of all our students as gymnasts.
Our recreational and team programs will allow students to gain self-confidence,
poise and pride in all they do; qualities that last a lifetime.
For information call 718.475.5275 or 718.720.7983.
Cheer tumbling classes offered for cheer groups at a special rate.
AVIS/SOUTH SHORE CLASS SCHEDULE
Wigglers
2 1/2 year olds co-ed
Monday
10:30am
Trompers
3 & 4 year olds
3 & 4 year olds
Monday
Tuesday - Friday
Super Rompers
Girls and Boys
5 & 6 year olds
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
10:30am, 12pm & 4pm
4pm or 5pm or
2 hour classes from 4 to 6pm.
4pm, 5pm
4pm, 5pm, 6pm
4pm, 5pm
4pm, 5pm
4pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
4pm, 5pm, 6pm
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
4pm, 5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
5pm-6pm or 5-7pm
5pm-6pm or 5-7pm
5pm-6pm or 5-7pm
5pm-6pm or 5-7pm
Monday
4pm (all ages)
5pm (all ages)
Girls and Boys
7, 8 & 9 year olds
1 hour or 2 hour classes
available.
10 years old and over
BERNIKOW CLASS SCHEDULE
Boys and Girls
3 years & older
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community programs
Maureen Fisher, Director of Health Programs
Rose Shargo, Dir. of Ed. & Vocational Services
718.981.1400
718.508.3881
[email protected]
[email protected]
Health Programs
JCC Community Health
Insurance Program (CHIPS)
The CHIPS Staff are trained Navigators, certified
through the New York State Department of
Health. They assist individuals and families in enrolling in public health insurance programs (Medicaid and Child Health Plus) as well as in Qualified
Health Plans through the New York State of Health
Marketplace. The multi-lingual Navigator staff can
assist people under the age of 65 with eligibility,
enrollment, plan selection and health literacy.
Services are available at various locations with
weekend hours offered. There is no cost to enroll,
although premiums and co-pays may apply, depending upon program. Call 718.981.1400 for
more information or to schedule an appointment.
Community Health Advocates
(CHA)
FREE
· All ages
· Our CHA Coordinator helps guide families, individuals and small businesses through the health care
system with free information, advice, and advocacy
on all types of health insurance. CHA cases include
eligibility assistance, guidance accessing health care,
navigating the health care system, and hospital
billing issues. Monday through Friday • Free
Contact Lily Reznik, 718.981.1400
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Disaster Case Management
Program
The Disaster Case Management Program (DCM)
is funded by the Catholic Charities of New York,
through the New York State Office of Emergency
Management, and offers services to Staten Islanders who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. The
DCM staff work with clients in assessing the damage from the storm, developing a comprehensive
recovery plan and taking the steps necessary to
achieve that plan. Services are available in English,
Russian, Ukrainian, Urdu, Punjabi, Arabic and
Hindi and there is no cost to the program. Call
718.981.1400 to speak with a Disaster Case Manager.
Educational & vocational
HSE/GED
Preparatory Program
FREE
Maria Anselmo, Program Coordinator
718.508.3882
[email protected]
The JCC offers GED preparatory classes which provide students with the necessary skills needed to
pass the GED (high school equivalency diploma)
exam. Classes are FREE and are taught by qualified
instructors. Day and evening schedules are available. This program provides scheduling for all eligible students to take their GED exam at the local
testing center. Requirements for admittance; applicant must be 17.5 years old or older at the time
of registration and score an intermediate level or
higher on the entrance exam. Enrollment is limited.
Call our GED Hotline 718.508.3895. Become
friends with us on Facebook @ “JCC Ged”.
As of January 2014 New York State has implemented a new more rigorous national test called
TASC. This newly designed test is aligned closely
to the common core standards that all states are
now held accountable to.
Citizenship Preparation
Part of the naturalization process includes successfully completing a test administered by the US Citizenship and Immigration Service. This course
helps prepare immigrants to take that test by introducing US history and government with the appropriate English vocabulary and grammar structure
for ESL students who are preparing to take the US
citizenship examination. Practice questions and
books are supplied.
Please call 718.508.3885 for further information
and availability.
Deferred Action for Childhood
Arrivals (“DACA”)
On June 15, 2012, the Secretary of Homeland Security announced that certain people who came to
the United States as children and meet several key
guidelines may request consideration of deferred
action for a period of two years, subject to renewal,
and would then be eligible for work authorization.
• Were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012
• Came to the United States before reaching
their 16th birthday
• Have continuously resided in the United States
since June 15, 2007, up to the present time;
• Were physically present in the United States on
June 15, 2012, and at the time of making request
for consideration of deferred action with USCIS;
• Entered without inspection before June 15, 2012,
or lawful immigration status expired
as of June 15, 2012;
• Are currently in school, have graduated or
obtained a certificate of completion from high
school, have obtained a general education
development (GED) certificate, or are an
honorably discharged veteran of the Coast Guard
or Armed Forces of the United States; and
• Have not been convicted of a felony, significant
misdemeanor, three or more other misdemeanors,
and do not otherwise pose a threat to national
security or public safety.
The JCC is currently offering English as a Second
Language (ESL) and HSE/GED classes for those
immigrants who qualify. For more information
please call Antoinette Cavaliere at 718.508.3885.
ESL English As A Second Language
This program is designed to help immigrants learn
and improve their English language skills. Regardless of the language you speak, we can teach you
English. There are classes available in both beginner and intermediate levels. This is an intensive
course given two times a week for a 10 week cycle.
The focus is to facilitate conversational English,
reading and writing in order for students to find
employment, make promotional gains and increase
involvement in their children’s education.
Contact Carolyn Magliolo, ESL Coordinator,
718.508.3885
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JCC Beacon Programs
JCC Beacon Program @ IS 49
JCC Beacon Program at Tottenville HS
Ingrid Ebanks, Director, 718.556.1565
Cliff Bloom, Director, 718.605.3033
Steve Kessler, After School Coordinator
Kathy Scali, Assistant Director
The JCC Beacon program serves the community on the north shore and south shore of Staten Island.
The after school program for middle school and high school students offers a wide variety of essential
services to school age children as well as their parents and the community. The mission of the Beacon
program is to provide activities that are not generally available during the school day. The Beacon program also works closely with each Principal to support their ongoing academic needs. Regularly scheduled after school, evening, Saturday and summer camp programs include academic help (STEM based),
social services, recreational, leadership development, music, dance, art and drama as well as nutritional
enhancements. There is a registration process for enrollment into the JCC Beacon programs with applications available at each site. The JCC Beacon Program is funded by the Department of Youth and
Community Development (DYCD), a NYC agency.
JCC OST Program
JCC OST (out of school time) Program @ PS 65
Seth Kaplan, Director, 347.466.4407
The JCC OST program provides after school programming for elementary aged children in the north
shore area. Similar to the JCC Beacon program, the OST program complements the school day of children by offering academics, socialization, recreation and the arts. Parents and the surrounding community are also provided with opportunities to support the efforts of the OST program by civic engagement
events that bring the community together. The summer camp program offered by the JCC OST program
is relocated to IS 61 for full day camp activities. To enroll for the OST program, applications can be submitted to the OST office at PS 65. The JCC OST program is funded by the Department of Youth and
Community Development (DYCD), a NYC agency.
JCC Cornerstone Programs
Debra Fredrick, JCC Cornerstone Supervisor, 718.619.5080
JCC Cornerstone @ Gerard Carter Center
Debra Fredrick, Director, 718.981.0500
JCC Cornerstone @ Todt Hill Community Center
Denise Taylor, Director
JCC Cornerstone @ Richmond Terrace Community Center
James Cersier, Director, 718.981.9001
The JCC Cornerstone programs are youth and community programs offered in community centers in
NYCHA housing areas on Staten Island. Programs are offered specifically for elementary school age
children (after school program and summer camp), middle school and high school students, young adults
and adults in the community. This DYCD program was added five years ago with the goal of developing
community pride, community building and community spirit through organized programs based on the
needs of the community. Other community programs are encouraged to offer their programs at each
site. In addition, the community is welcome to provide input and feedback into the program planning
through an active advisory board which meets monthly. Participants in each program are considered
first from the NYCHA buildings as well as from the surrounding community. The summer camp program serves the elementary age group only with additional funding provided to open the community
centers in the evenings and weekends for middle and high school students. The staff of the JCC Cornerstone programs are hired primarily from the community. For more information about the JCC Cornerstone programs please contact the community center at the number provided above.
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Registration form
How to Register
1. Fill out a registration form COMPLETELY for each individual registering. Additional forms are available in the Center lobby or you may duplicate as many forms as you need.
2. Write a check to the JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER for full tuition to cover all classes and activities requested.
3. Full payment must accompany registration or registration will not be accepted.
4. Place the registration form(s) and your check in an envelope and either address completely for mailing or see the receptionist at either JCC building. If mailing, mark the envelope "Registration."
5. No confirmation will be sent. Participants are expected at the first session as listed. You will be notified only if a class is
cancelled.
6. Non-members may enroll only in those classes that show a non-member fee.
7. Not responsible for typographical errors.
Member Information
Please return to the JCC, 1466 Manor Road, Staten Island, NY 10314. Please use a separate form for each person. Call
718.475.5200 for additional forms. When listing the course code in the shaded box below, members should use the M
code; non-members should use the NM.
Address
City
Home Phone
Cell phone
State
ZIp
E-mail
Child’s Name
Date of Birth
Child’s Name
Date of Birth
Please Note: We agree that the JCC and/or UJA Federation may use any photograph, videotape or record in which I/we appear, taken for purposes of publicity, and/or advertising, may be used without additional approval.
Participant's Name
Age
Course Code #
Class Name
Day/Time
Fee
Payment Information
❏ Platinum Member ❏ Gold Member
❏ Non-member
Membership Expires _____________
❏ Enclosed is my check in the amount of $ _______________ made payable to the JCC.
❏ Credit Card ❏ Visa ❏ MC ❏ Amex
Account Number __________________________
Expiration Date _________
Signature ________________________________________________
Authorization For Emergency Medical and/or Surgical Treatment
This form must be on file for all children enrolled in courses. Authorization: In case of emergency, I hereby authorize the doctor or hospital to which my
child/children may be brought (and whomever they may designate as their assistant) to perform an emergency procedure or operation, to give treatment
and the administration of an anesthetic to my child. I also authorize the use of my hospitalization or medical coverage as indicated below:
Child(ren) Name_________________________________________________________________________________________
Address ____________________________________
Zip _________ Phone _____________________
Emergency and/or work phone# must be entered here:
# ________________________
Name of Insurance policy :____________________________
Date _______ Policy # _________________
Please Note: The authorization granted by this form will be used only where absolutely necessary and only after every attempt has been made to contact the parent or guardian.
_________________________________________________
signature & relationship to child
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