- New Orleans JCC

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- New Orleans JCC
life at the J
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
FOR THE NEW ORLEANS
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS
september 2016
AV / ELUL 5776
ETGAR
KERET
HEADLINES THE
CATHY AND MORRIS BART
JEWISH CULTURAL ARTS
SERIES
REGISTER TODAY!
• HARRIET W. KUGLER MEMORIAL
MAH JONGG TOURNAMENT
• NEW FALL CLASSES
• ADULT & YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES
Welcome
to the J! NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
5342 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70115
Ph: 504.897.0143 Fax: 504.897.1380
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC
METAIRIE
3747 W. Esplanade Avenue
Metairie, LA 70002
Ph: 504.887.5158 Fax: 504.780.5639
JCC HURRICANE/EMERGENCY
HOTLINE
504.648.2467
JCC OFFICERS
RICHARD I. BUCHSBAUM
PRESIDENT
PETER E. SPERLING
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
LEE SUCHERMAN
VICE PRESIDENT
AIMEE K. BAIN
TREASURER
JONATHAN FRIEDMAN
SECRETARY
JANE STEINER
EX-OFFICIO
JCC EXECUTIVE STAFF
LESLIE FISCHMAN
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
[email protected]
WENDY GOLDBERG, MSW
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
[email protected]
BRIAN SOILEAU
Congratulations!
The JCC was named “Best
Summer Camp” in the Gambit’s
“Best of New Orleans” readers’
poll for the third year in a row!
Many thanks to everyone who
took time to vote!
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
8:00 AM – 6:45 PM BOTH FACILITIES
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM METAIRIE POOL
The New Orleans Jewish Community
Center requires all non-members,
including guests of members, to sign in
and to present a photo ID when
entering the buildings. We are
dedicated to ensuring the overall safety
of everyone at both JCC facilities. We
apologize for any inconvenience.
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ASSISTANT EARLY
CHILDHOOD DIRECTOR
[email protected]
LIBBY VIEIRA DA CUNHA, M.S.ED.
EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMP DIRECTOR/
ENRICHMENT CLASS COORDINATOR
[email protected]
JEWISH ENRICHMENT
JUDY YAILLEN
DIRECTOR OF JEWISH FAMILY LIFE
[email protected]
SPORTS/WELLNESS
J. MORGAN
GENERAL MANAGER OF
SPORTS AND WELLNESS
[email protected]
KATIE TILLERY
WELLNESS DIRECTOR, UPTOWN
[email protected]
DENISE THORNTON
WELLNESS DIRECTOR, METAIRIE
[email protected]
NEAL ALSOP
SPORTS DIRECTOR, UPTOWN
[email protected]
PJ JONES
SPORTS DIRECTOR, METAIRIE
ACCOUNTING
[email protected]
TONY PEMBO
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
FITNESS CENTER OPERATIONS
DIRECTOR, UPTOWN
[email protected]
JILL INCAPRERA
[email protected]
CORINNE HEBERT
ACCOUNT MANAGER
[email protected]
ADMINISTRATION
DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE
OPERATIONS
[email protected]
CAROLYN SCHAEFER
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR, UPTOWN
[email protected]
STEPHANIE KRELL
[email protected]
ASHLEY KIRSCHMAN
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
[email protected]
JJ JENSEN KORNMAN
MARKETING DIRECTOR
[email protected]
ADULT
RACHEL RUTH, MSW
ADULT PROGRAM DIRECTOR
[email protected]
ALLISON FREEMAN, LCSW
ALZHEIMER’S CARE AND ENRICHMENT
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
[email protected]
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[email protected]
MARCIANN MARKS
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR, METAIRIE
NOTICE
EARLY CHILDHOOD DIRECTOR
[email protected]
KATHLEEN KEHOE KENNAIR
LEIGH S. GOODMAN
LABOR DAY HOURS
EARLY CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION
ADRIENNE SHULMAN, M.ED.
AQUATICS DIRECTOR
[email protected]
SHELIA JAMES
FITNESS CENTER OPERATIONS
DIRECTOR, METAIRIE
[email protected]
YOUTH
LAURA HANFT
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH AND CAMPING
[email protected]
CAROLYN SHILLINGLAW
CHILDREN’S/ASSISTANT CAMP
DIRECTOR, UPTOWN
[email protected]
TERRANCE PERKINS
CHILDREN’S/ASSISTANT
CAMP DIRECTOR, METAIRIE
[email protected]
GARRETT MOORE
TEEN/BBYO DIRECTOR
[email protected]
coming
events
HARRIET W. KUGLER MEMORIAL
MAH JONGG TOURNAMENT
Enjoy a lovely catered lunch and an
afternoon of mah jongg at our
annual Harriet Wainer Kugler
Memorial Mah Jongg tournament.
Bring your table to this fun, threeround tournament, or we would be
happy to set you up at a game. Prizes
will be awarded! Open to beginner and
experienced levels of play. Registration forms
are available at the front reception desk, at
nojcc.org, or by emailing [email protected].
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
BASIC ENTRY FEE $35, PATRON, $50,
MAHJ MAVEN $75
ETGAR KERET
The Cathy and
Morris Bart Jewish
Cultural Arts Series
kicks off with a talk
by Etgar Keret, one
of Israel’s leading
authors and
storytellers.
Considered “the
voice of a
generation,” Keret
will present his
best-selling,
bittersweet
memoir The Seven Good Years, which
chronicles with humor and wisdom the seven
years between the birth of his son and death
of his father.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
7:00 PM
FREE AND OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
IN SEARCH OF ISRAELI CUISINE
The first film in this year’s Cathy and Morris
Bart Jewish Cultural Arts Series, In Search of
Israeli Cuisine is a portrait of the Israeli people
told through food. The feature length
documentary puts a face on the culture of
Israel, profiling chefs, home cooks, vintners,
and cheese-makers drawn from the more than
one hundred cultures that make up Israel
today – Jewish, Arab, Muslim, Christian, Druze.
A rich and human story of the people emerges.
Not only can a good meal soothe a grumbling
stomach, it might well change the world!
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19
7:00 PM
FREE AND OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY
SCREENED AT SHIR CHADASH CONSERVATIVE
CONGREGATION
3737 W. ESPLANADE AVENUE, METAIRIE
GET YOUR TICKETS
TO CENTER CELEBRATION
Pop the Cork! We’re celebrating our building’s
50 golden years at our annual fundraiser,
Center Celebration. Held at the beautiful
Audubon Tea Room, this fun evening features
music and dancing to the beat of the New
Orleans Klezmer Allstars. The Preservation
Hall All-Stars will entertain guests at the
patron party, where we will enjoy delicious
hors d’oeuvres and a signature cocktail out in
the Tea Room Garden.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30
AUDUBON TEA ROOM
6:00 PM PATRON PARTY
7:00 PM CENTER CELEBRATION
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THE CATHY AND MORRIS BART
JEWISH CULTURAL ARTS SERIES
The Cathy and Morris Bart Jewish Cultural Arts Series includes a
variety of author talks, movies, and musical performances. Watch
your mail and visit nojcc.org for complete details about each event.
AUTHORS
Etgar Keret
Monday, September 19
7:00 PM
Jonathan Rabb
Wednesday, November 2
7:00 PM
Bill Lascher
Wednesday, November 30
7:00 PM
Victoria Kelly
Thursday, January 12
12:00 PM
FILMS
In Search of
Israeli Cuisine
Wednesday, October 19
7:00 PM
Rabin: In His
Own Words
Wednesday, December 14
7:00 PM
MOOS
Wednesday, February 8
7:00 PM
MUSIC
Community Chanukah Celebration
featuring a performance by
Six13 a cappella group
Sunday, December 18
4:00 PM
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adult classes
&programs
BEGINNERS QUILTING
No sewing experience required in this beginners
class. Learn free motion quilting starting with
the basics of using a sewing machine and sewing
seams. By the end you’ll know how to match
points, sew squares and put the whole quilt
together. Take home a beautiful finished quilt.
SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 20
THURSDAYS, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
AGES: 18 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: LINDA WATSKY
$90 MEMBER / $105 NON-MEMBER
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
CREATIVE PAINTING
Join Valerie Corradetti in this six-week class
geared toward students looking to develop
and expand their own artistic perspective.
Creative Painting is an independent class that
will incorporate project-driven work, individual
critiques, and artistic discussion. There will be
a special focus on still life painting and drawing
during this session. All levels are welcome, but
previous painting experience is recommended.
No class on Yom Kippur, October 12.
SEPTEMBER 7 – OCTOBER 19
WEDNESDAYS, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
INSTRUCTOR: VALERIE CORRADETTI
$170 PER MEMBER /
$200 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
DOG OBEDIENCE
Teach your best friend how to become a
delightful companion for you and your family
with positive and humane training methods.
With over 30 years of experience, trainer Ann
Becnel specializes in ‘sit’ and ‘down’ commands,
coming when called, reactions to other dogs
and people, and other dog obedience skills.
Visit www.abcompaniondogs.com or email Ann
Becnel Companion Dogs, LLC at
[email protected] for details
and to register.
MONTHLY THROUGH DECEMBER
THURSDAYS, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
AGES: 18 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: ANN BECNEL
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
THE FLORENCE MELTON
SCHOOL OF ADULT
JEWISH LEARNING
Described as “learning for the wondering
Jew,” the Florence Melton School of Adult
Jewish Learning offers pluralistic, interactive
Jewish adult education program with no
homework, no tests, and no prerequisite
education required. You just need a desire
to learn all about Judaism!
YEAR 1
Rhythms of Jewish Living
Purposes of Jewish Living
YEAR 2
Ethics of Jewish Living
Crossroads of Jewish History
REGISTER ONLINE AT: WWW.EVENTS.
ORG/MELTONNEWORLEANS
NOVEMBER 1 – MAY 16
TUESDAYS, 7:00 - 9:15 PM
INSTRUCTOR: RABBI GABE GREENBERG &
RABBI DEBORAH SILVER
$540 - $560 MEMBER & NON-MEMBER
(INCLUDES MATERIALS)
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
A TASTE OF MELTON
Come meet the Melton teachers, Rabbi
Gabe Greenberg and Rabbi Deborah Silver.
Each will teach a bit and answer questions
about Melton.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
7:00 - 8:30 PM
AGES: 18 AND UP
NO CHARGE MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
LINE DANCING
Feel the beat, move your feet, and add your
own style as you line dance. No experience
necessary. Your instructor will lead you through
choreographed dance with a repeated sequence
of steps. Foot stumping, hand clapping fun!
MEETS FOURTH FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
10:00 – 11:00 AM
NO CHARGE / MEMBERS ONLY
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
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senior adult
programs
MIND MATTERS
Mind Matters is designed specifically
for those concerned about their
memory. In this boot camp for
the mind you will discover
techniques to improve
memory, participate in
stimulating discussions
and learn from others
undergoing similar
challenges. For more
information or to register,
contact Allison Freeman,
Mind Matters Director, at (504) 897-0143
or [email protected].
SEPTEMBER 13 - DECEMBER 6
TUESDAYS, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
INSTRUCTORS: ALLISON FREEMAN &
JOANNA RUSSO
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
MAH JONGG IN METAIRIE
Bring your mah jongg game to the Metairie J,
or come on your own and join an open game.
Snacks and coffee provided. For more information or to sign up your group, contact
Stephanie Krell at 887-5158 or email
[email protected].
TUESDAYS, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$2 MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
LUNCH & LEARN WITH
THE RABBI
Join us for our monthly lunch and learn as we
discuss interesting topics with a local Jewish
clergy member. This month, it’s Rabbi Pinsky
from Congregation Gates of Prayer. You never
know where the conversation might lead! A
light lunch will be served. RSVP by Monday,
August 29 to Rachel Ruth at 897-0143 or
[email protected].
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
12:00 - 1:30 PM
$3 MEMBER / $5 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
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GAMES DAY
Bring your lunch and join your friends for
games of mah jongg, bridge and Rummikub.
TUESDAYS, 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
NO CHARGE MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
JCC BOOK CLUB
Typically meeting the third Tuesday of each
month at 1:30 PM, the JCC Book Club offers
engaging and insightful discussions in a laid
back environment. All are welcome. JCC Book
Club is free and open to the community. For
more information or to RSVP, please contact
Judy Yaillen at 897-0143 or [email protected].
September 20 Seven Good Years: A Memoir
by Etgar Keret
Reviewer: Judy Steinberg
November 15 Eve of a Hundred Midnights
by Bill Lascher
Reviewer: Molly Travis,
Associate Dean & Associate Professor, Tulane University
December 20 Casting Lots by Susan Silverman
Reviewer: Rabbi Deborah Silver, Congregation Shir Chadash
January 17
Mrs. Houdini by Victoria Kelly
Reviewer: Judy Yaillen,
New Orleans JCC
February 21 Harpo Speaks by Harpo Marx with Rowland Barber
Reviewer: Rabbi Emeritus Ed Cohn, Congregation Temple Sinai
March 21
The Complete Stories
by Clarice Lispector
Reviewer: Rebecca Marks,
Associate Professor of English, Tulane University
May 16
Among the Living
by Jonathan Rabb
Reviewer: Debbie Pesses
SOUTHERN RIMS EXERCISE
Either exercise from a chair or standing,
according to your comfort level. This class is
designed for seniors at all levels and abilities. It
involves stretching, strength training and cardio.
MONDAYS, TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
10:30 - 11:30 AM
INSTRUCTORS: KELLY BOND &
MONICA CHARLTON
NO CHARGE MEMBERS / $2 NON-MEMBERS
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
MOVIE DAY: FREEDOM WRITERS
While her at-risk
students are reading
classics such as The
Diary of Anne Frank, a
young teacher (Hilary
Swank) asks them to
keep journals about
their troubled lives,
hoping they can
apply history’s
lessons to break
the cycle of violence and despair.
Movie snacks will be
served. RSVP by
Monday, September 5 to Rachel Ruth at
897-0143 or [email protected].
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
12:00 - 2:00 PM
NO CHARGE MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
MORRIS BART SR., LECTURE
SERIES AT THE J
THE ORIENTAL SOUTH: THE
ENSLAVED MIXED-RACE BEAUTY
IN BRITISH ART AFTER 1865
In 1868, three years after the end of the
American Civil War and the abolition of slavery,
fashionable British sculptor John Bell debuted
his work The Octoroon at the annual Royal
Academy exhibition in London. An unclothed,
alabaster beauty with dainty wrists bound in
chains, Bell’s sculpture represented a mixedrace slave girl from Louisiana. Like previous
nude marble sculptures of lovely female
captives, most notably Hiram Powers’ Greek
Slave, The Octoroon ostensibly aimed to inspire
the Victorian viewers beyond their erotic
impulses to the highest echelons of moral and
aesthetic contemplation. However, in this case,
racial difference made all the difference. The
“exotic” racial identity of Bell’s sculpture –
seven parts white, the last eight black – could
prompt viewers to read cold, white marble as
hot, sensuous flesh! Using Bell’s The Octoroon
as a case study, but attending to other examples as well, this talk by Mia Bagneris, Assistant Professor of History of Art at Tulane, will
explore the faddish fascination with beautiful,
light-skinned slave girls in British Victorian
culture, especially after the abolition of slavery
made the political mobilization of such figures
moot. Lunch will be served. RSVP by Thursday,
September 8 to Rachel Ruth at 897-0143 or
[email protected].
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
11:45 AM - 1:30 PM
NO CHARGE MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
MY CAMINO JOURNEY
JCC member Ramon Vallejo will speak on his
experiences, observations and reflections
from his May - June 2016 journey walking the
Camino de Santiago de Compostela (The Way
of St. James), one of the three major Catholic
spiritual pilgrimages. The Camino de Santiago
is a large network of ancient pilgrim routes
stretching across Europe and coming together
at the tomb of St. James (Santiago in Spanish)
in Santiago de Compostela in north-west Spain.
A light lunch will be served. RSVP by Monday,
September 12, to Rachel Ruth at 897-0143 or
[email protected].
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
12:00 - 1:30 PM
$3 MEMBER / $5 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
NUTRITION IN OLDER ADULTS
Join Kerri Dotson RDN, LDN, Culinary Medicine
Educator at the Goldring Center for Culinary
Medicine. During this presentation attendees
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will learn how nutrition needs change as we
age. We will discuss barriers to healthy food
intake including financial, physical, and
physiological obstacles and explore creative
solutions to overcome them. Bring your own
lunch. Dessert and coffee will be served. A live
cooking demonstration will follow the
presentation. RSVP by Monday, September 19,
to Rachel Ruth at 897-0143 or [email protected].
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
12:00 - 1:30 PM
NO CHARGE MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
HIGH HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
Join us for a traditional High Holy Day feast
including matza ball soup, brisket, tzimmis and
honey cake. Judy Yaillen, Director of Jewish
Family Life, will lead a discussion of the holidays’
meanings. RSVP by Monday, September 26, to
Rachel Ruth at 897-0143 or [email protected].
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
12:00 - 2:00 PM
$8 MEMBER / $10 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
fitness
&wellness
TRX SUNRISE BOOT CAMP
Start your day strong with TRX Sunrise Boot
Camp. Burn mega calories as you challenge
your muscles and strengthen your core using
TRX straps to perform resistance training
exercises. A bottle of water is required.
SEPTEMBER 2 - SEPTEMBER 30
OCTOBER 7 - OCTOBER 28
FRIDAYS, 6:05 - 6:50 AM
AGES: 16 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: JULIAN BARTHOLOMEW
SEPTEMBER: $50 MEMBER /
$75 NON-MEMBER
OCTOBER: $40 MEMBER /
$60 NON-MEMBER
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
TRX EVENING BOOT CAMP
Using TRX straps to perform resistance training
exercises, you’ll burn calories, strengthen your
core and challenge every muscle group in this
high-energy evening class. A bottle of water is
required. No class on October 12.
SEPTEMBER 7 - SEPTEMBER 28
OCTOBER 5 - OCTOBER 26
WEDNESDAYS, 5:30 - 6:15 PM
AGES: 16 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: FOREST MCNEIR
SEPTEMBER: $40 MEMBER / $60 NON-MEMBER
OCTOBER: $30 MEMBER / $45 NON-MEMBER
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
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FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
FOR WOMEN
Have fun while training your body to function.
Instructor will teach exercises that work your
muscles together, thus mimicking your daily
movements. Also you will learn the proper
exercise techniques, receive a sample
functional training workout and be able to
design your personal workout.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
6:00 - 7:00 PM
AGES: 16 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: EMILY TREHUBENKO
$10 MEMBER / $15 NON-MEMBER
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
HOW TO CREATE AND COMMIT
TO A HOME YOGA PRACTICE
Looking to take your yoga practice to the next
level? Love the way asana makes you feel but
have trouble making it to class? Empower
yourself! In this workshop, we will discuss
your goals for your home yoga practice – from
stress release to strength to spiritual
connection – then practice a variety of poses,
exercises and breath work you can choose
from to create a practice that meets your own
needs. We will talk about what gets in the way
of home practice and discuss strategies to
help you follow through. All are welcome!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
10:00 - 12:00 PM
AGES: 18 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: JOANNA RUSSO
$20 MEMBER / $25 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC - UPTOWN
YOGA TO BALANCE THE BODY
AND MIND
Who among us isn’t aiming for more balance in
our lives? In this yoga workshop, we will practice
a combination of core strengthening, vinyasa
flow, guided breath work, and postures that
gently push us to develop balance in the physical
body. Physical balance requires
attention, steadiness and calmness – the very
same attributes many of us are looking to
cultivate in our psyches. Come find your balance.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9
10:00 - 11:30 AM
AGES: 18 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: JOANNA RUSSO
$15 MEMBER / $20 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
adult sports
ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL
PICKUP BASKETBALL
SEPTEMBER 11 - DECEMBER 4
SUNDAYS, 9:30 - 11:30 AM
AGES: 18 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: NEAL ALSOP
$20 MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
WEDNESDAYS, 7:30 - 9:30 PM
AGES: 16 AND UP
NO CHARGE / MEMBERS ONLY
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
Based on enrollment, teams will be divided.
The first Sunday will consist of pick-up games
and talent assessment. Games will be held at
the De La Salle back field.
Drop by the Metairie J for a game of basketball.
It’s a fun way to get a cardio workout.
Pickup games every Wednesday evening with
scoreboard and running clock. Play to 12
points. See posted gym rules for additional
information.
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3-ON-3 METAIRIE YABL
Join us on Sundays in Metairie this summer
for YABL, our half-court, 3-on-3, Young Adult
Basketball League. All participants must be
JCC members.
JUNE 5 - JULY 31
SUNDAYS, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
AGES: 18 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: PJ JONES
$40 MEMBERS ONLY
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
YABL
Full-Court, 5-on-5, Young Adult Basketball
League. Ten game regular season followed by a
single elimination playoff. Games will be
officiated and statistics kept. *Due to holidays,
many games will be played on Tuesday nights.
SEPTEMBER 27 - DECEMBER 19
*MONDAYS, 6:00 - 10:00 PM
AGES: 18 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: NEAL ALSOP
$50 GOLD MEMBER / $90 SILVER MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
30 YEARS AND
OVER 3-ON-3
BASKETBALL
LEAGUE
Half-Court, 3-on-3,
basketball league for
members 30 years and
older. Ten game regular
season followed by
a single elimination
playoff. Register today
for fall Mellowball!
SEPTEMBER 28 - DECEMBER 21
WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
AGES: 30 AND UP
INSTRUCTOR: NEAL ALSOP
$35 GOLD MEMBER / $75 SILVER MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
martial arts
Classes available across multiple disciplines,
appropriate for children, teens and adults.
UPTOWN
KARATE
Learn self defense, concentration and
physical development with five-time national
and current Kumite (sparring) champion,
Dimitri Papadopoulas. Meets twice per week.
BEGINNER
For students with no prior karate experience.
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 4:00 - 4:45 PM
AGES: 6 TO 18
$80 PER MONTH MEMBER / $90 NON-MEMBER
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 4:45 - 5:30 PM
AGES: 8 TO 18
$80 PER MONTH MEMBER / $90 NON-MEMBER
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METAIRIE
SELF DEFENSE
OPEN PALM SYSTEM
Self Defense by Sa Ba Nimm 3rd degree black
belt Leon Molinario, of the Pyung Soo Do Open Palm System.
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
AGES: 18 AND UP
$60 PER MONTH MEMBER / $70 NON-MEMBER
aquatics
GENERAL INFORMATION
• Children 10 and under must be accompanied
by an adult.
• Children ages 5 - 10 will be tested to determine
swim level.
• Severe weather may cause pool closures.
• Swim diapers are required if child is not
potty-trained.
• Should there be and “incident,” the pool must
close for maintenance, per Department of
Health and Hospitals.
JCC POOL GUEST POLICY
POOL SCHEDULE
All members are welcome to use the
Metairie pool. The Uptown pool is closed
for the season.
METAIRIE
September 1 - September 29
MONDAY - THURSDAY | 4:00 - 7:00 PM
FRIDAY | CLOSED
SATURDAY | 1:00 - 6:00 PM
SUNDAY | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Gold, Silver and Metairie members are invited
to bring a guest. Guests must be accompanied
by a JCC member at all times. The same guest
is limited to three JCC visits per year. Guests
must sign in and show photo ID.
$8 / PERSON (ADULT OR CHILD)
CHILDREN UNDER 4 YEARS OLD FREE
youth classes
& sports
BALLET
Our littlest dancers begin learning the
fundamentals of ballet while also developing
their balance and gross motor skills. Open to
new and returning students. Must be potty
trained. Ballet shoes are required.
No class October 4.
SEPTEMBER 13 - DECEMBER 6
TUESDAYS, 3:00 - 3:45 PM
AGES: 3 TO 5 AND POTTY TRAINED
INSTRUCTOR: ALLI SCOTT CRAIG
$160 MEMBER / $190 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
BEGINNER’S DANCE
Children will learn ballet basics and dance
techniques. Position work, center work and
mini-routines will be taught for multiple dance
genres, including ballet, hip hop, jazz, and
creative dance. Incorporating props and games,
our class is ‘tu-tu’ much fun!
No Class October 4 and October 11.
SEPTEMBER 13 - NOVEMBER 1
TUESDAYS, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
GRADES: 4 - 11
INSTRUCTOR: JENNIFER DALEY
$140 MEMBER / $150 NON-MEMBER
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
KID’S NIGHT OUT
Spend Saturday night at the JCC while
your parents have a night on the town. We
will enjoy an evening of swimming and a
basketball dunk contest, followed by
dinner and a movie. Online registration
ends Friday at 5:00 PM. After Friday,
please register by phone or in person.
SATURDAY, 5:30 - 9:30 PM
GRADES: K - 5
INSTRUCTOR: TERRANCE PERKINS
$20 MEMBERS ONLY
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
CREATIVITY CORNER
Young artists will explore their creative side
through hands-on art activities in a variety of
art mediums that encourage inquiry,
imagination, and positive sense of self in this
fun class. Dress for a mess as these young
artists will be molding with clay, printmaking
and much more! No class November 24.
SEPTEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 7
THURSDAYS, 2:30 - 3:30 PM
AGES: 3 TO 5 MUST BE POTTY TRAINED
INSTRUCTOR: LIBBY VIEIRA DA CUNHA
$160 MEMBER / $190 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
SEPTEMBER 17
We will enjoy an evening of swimming and
a basketball dunk contest, followed by
dinner and a movie.
OCTOBER 15
We will enjoy an evening of scavenger
hunts and dodgeball, followed by dinner
and a movie.
NOVEMBER 19
We’ll enjoy an evening of NERF games and
canvas painting, followed by dinner and a
movie.
DECEMBER 17
We will enjoy an evening of sock wrestling
and t-shirt decorating
INTRODUCTION TO DANCE
Introduction to Dance will teach varying
styles of dance, including ballet, jazz, hip hop,
modern, contemporary, tap, Broadway-style,
partner, and even line dancing! Each class will
expose students to the basics of a dance style
while exploring different ways to move the
body to a wide range of age-appropriate music.
Must be potty trained.
No class on November 25.
SEPTEMBER 16 - DECEMBER 9
FRIDAYS, 3:00 - 3:45 PM
AGES: 3 TO 5 MUST BE POTTY TRAINED
INSTRUCTOR: ELLE CICCARONE
$160 MEMBER / $190 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
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LITTLE CHEFS
Participants will expand their palettes by
preparing and tasting a variety of healthy
snacks and treats. Instructor Robin Mainieri has
eleven years of teaching experience,
including five years teaching kindergarten
cooking classes.
No class on October 12 and November 23.
SEPTEMBER 14 - DECEMBER 7
WEDNESDAYS, 2:30 - 3:30 PM
AGES: 3 TO 5 MUST BE POTTY TRAINED
INSTRUCTOR: ROBIN MAINIERI
$160 MEMBER / $190 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
GYMNASTICS
Boys and girls will learn progressive gymnastic
skills that teach balance, strength and agility.
Develop new skills, be challenged, and have fun!
No class October 12.
SEPTEMBER 14 - OCTOBER 26
WEDNESDAYS, 4:00 - 4:45 PM
GRADES: K - 5
INSTRUCTOR: JENNIFER DALEY
$100 MEMBER / $125 NON-MEMBER
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
FUNDAMENTAL
BASKETBALL SKILLS
Charles Tracey, director of the popular
NorthShore Sportsplex, brings over 20 years of
coaching experience to the JCC. Coach Tracey
works with all basketball skill levels, from
recreational to college elite players. Enhance
your confidence on the court by improving the
fundamental skills of your game today!
No class on October 4, October 11
and November 24.
SEPTEMBER 1 - SEPTEMBER 29
OCTOBER 6 - OCTOBER 27
NOVEMBER 1 - NOVEMBER 29
DECEMBER 1 - DECEMBER 29
$100 PER MONTH MEMBER /
$140 NON-MEMBER
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
GRADES 3 - 6
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 6:00 - 7:15 PM
GRADES: 6 - 8
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 7:00 - 8:15 PM
GRADES 8 - 12
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 8:00 - 9:15 PM
TODDLER SOCIAL CLUB
METAIRIE
Enjoy a morning of playtime at the JCC.
Breakfast will be served. RSVP to
[email protected]
SEPTEMBER 11, OCTOBER 9, NOVEMBER
13, DECEMBER 11
SUNDAYS, 9:30 - 11:00 AM
AGES: BIRTH TO 5 AND PARENTS
INSTRUCTOR: TERRANCE PERKINS
Free and open to the community
Goldring-Woldenberg JCC – Metairie
UPTOWN
Enjoy the morning on the nursery school
play yard. Breakfast will be served. RSVP
to [email protected]
SEPTEMBER 25, OCTOBER 9, NOVEMBER
13, DECEMBER 11
SUNDAYS, 9:30 - 11:00 AM
AGES: BIRTH TO 5 AND PARENTS
INSTRUCTOR: EARLY CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
No charge / Members only
New Orleans JCC – Uptown
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MIXIN N’ MOVIN
Anything goes! Mix it up each week with a
different, fun activity. Each class will be a
surprise. From yoga, relays, dancing and tumbling moves, we’ll keep moving while developing strength, balance and coordination. No
class October 4.
SEPTEMBER 13 - DECEMBER 6
TUESDAYS, 3:00 - 3:45 PM
AGES: 3 TO 5 MUST BE POTTY TRAINED
INSTRUCTOR: LINDSAY HAUSMAN
$190 MEMBER ONLY
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
FLAG FOOTBALL U9
In this introductory class for boys and girls, an
emphasis is placed on fundamentals and basics
as players gradually progress towards
scrimmages and games. *Sunday game times
based on Saints schedule.
No class on October 4 and October 11.
PE FOR HOMESCHOOL
STUDENTS
The J offers a physical education program for
children who are homeschooled. Participate in
a social setting that focuses on general fitness,
team building and basic sports skills.
SEPTEMBER 6 - OCTOBER 23
TUESDAYS, 5:00 - 6:00 PM AND
SUNDAYS TBD*
AGES: 6 TO 8
INSTRUCTORS: PJ JONES & NEAL ALSOP
METAIRIE: $50 MEMBER / $100 NON-MEMBER
UPTOWN: $85 MEMBER / $110 NON-MEMBER
SEPTEMBER 10 - DECEMBER 3
THURSDAYS, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
AGES: 5 TO 12
INSTRUCTOR: PJ JONES
MEMBER: $100 FIRST CHILD
+ $50 EACH SIBLING
NON-MEMBER: $150 FIRST CHILD
+ $100 EACH SIBLING
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
FLAG FOOTBALL U13
SOCCER
Flag Football class/league designed for
players interested in improving all aspects of
their game. Emphasis on fundamentals and
basics as players gradually progress towards
scrimmages and games.
No class on October 4 and October 11.
SEPTEMBER 6 - OCTOBER 25
TUESDAYS, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
AGES: 9 TO 12
INSTRUCTOR: NEAL ALSOP
$50 MEMBER / $100 NON-MEMBER
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
SEPTEMBER 7 - OCTOBER 23
WEDNESDAYS & SUNDAYS
INSTRUCTORS: PJ JONES & NEAL ALSOP
METAIRIE: $50 MEMBER / $100 NON-MEMBER
UPTOWN: $85 MEMBER / $110 NON-MEMBER
METAIRIE
UNDER 6
WEDNESDAYS, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
SUNDAYS TBD*
AGES: 4 TO 5
MONDAY - THURSDAY | 3:30 - 7:30 PM
FRIDAY | 3:30 - 5:30 PM
AGES 8 AND UP
NO CHARGE / MEMBERS ONLY
UNDER 9
WEDNESDAYS, 5:00 - 6:00 PM
SUNDAYS TBD*
AGES: 6 TO 8
GAME ROOM HOURS
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In this introduction to soccer, players participate
in skills and drills at weekday practices and
experience “game day” every Sunday as we
divide into teams and play games. Transitional
care is available to JCC nursery school students
enrolled in U6 soccer from 2:45 - 4:00 PM for
$25. *Sunday game times based on Saints
schedule.
No class October 12.
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SPORTS HOUR
Participants will be exposed to a multitude
of sports as we learn the rules and basic skills
that apply to each game. Great introduction to
the concept of team sports as well as individual
skill development. Comfortable clothing with
socks and shoes required. Based on weather,
we will conduct program both indoors and
outside.
METAIRIE
SEPTEMBER 12 - DECEMBER 19
MONDAYS, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
AGES: 4 TO 5
INSTRUCTOR: PJ JONES
$50 MEMBER / $100 NON-MEMBER
SEWING FOR BEGINNERS
UPTOWN
SEPTEMBER 12 - DECEMBER 12
MONDAYS, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
AGES: 3 TO 5
INSTRUCTOR: NEAL ALSOP
$160 MEMBER / $190 NON-MEMBER
SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 20
THURSDAYS, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
GRADES: 2 - 6
INSTRUCTOR: LINDA WATSKY
$125 MEMBER / $135 NON-MEMBER
GOLDRING-WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
teens
DRIVER’S ED
Is your teen ready to learn to drive? The Lingle
Driving Academy is coming to the JCC to
prepare teenagers for the challenges of the
road. Over five days students will complete the
30 hour classroom training portion of the 38
hour course. Visit www.lingledrivingacademy.
com for more information.
DECEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 30
MONDAY - FRIDAY, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
AGES: 14 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS TO 17
$425 MEMBER / $440 NON-MEMBER
GOLDRING -WOLDENBERG JCC – METAIRIE
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
Children will learn a variety of sewing
techniques while creating fabulous, fun
projects. All materials are supplied.
BBYO/BBYO CONNECT
Discover all of the opportunities BBYO and
BBYO Connect have to offer teens including travel, leadership experiences, and
social programs. Contact Garrett Moore,
Teen Director, at [email protected] for
additional information and to be included
on the mailing list.
SOCK HOP
Hang with your friends and enjoy the music
you want to hear with a live DJ who takes song
requests. Enter the dance contest to compete
for prizes, or grab something to eat from the
snack bar. Photo ID with birthday required
for entry.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
7:30 - 10:30 PM
AGES: 11 TO 13
$9 MEMBER / $12 NON-MEMBER
$14 NON-MEMBER AT THE DOOR
NEW ORLEANS JCC – UPTOWN
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CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to all of our teens who participated
in the 2016 JCC Maccabi Games in St. Louis Missouri!
Members of Team NOLA competed in basketball,
soccer, flag football and tennis. Special recognition
goes out to Maddie Canter and Caroline Koppel who
advanced in tennis and were awarded
Midot Medals for sportsmanship.
Mazel tov!
Be part of Team NOLA at the
2017 Maccabi Games!
July 20 – August 4, 2017
Birmingham, Alabama.
The JCC Maccabi Games ® offers Jewish teens ages
13 – 16* a unique social, cultural, and life shaping
experience. The Games serve a larger purpose than
athletic competition; they promote community
involvement, teamwork, and pride in being Jewish.
The energy and excitement make the Games an
unforgettable experience for every participant.
At the Maccabi Games in Birmingham, teens may
choose to compete in one of the following individual
or team sports: soccer, basketball, volleyball, swim,
tennis, table tennis, flag football, track and field,
lacrosse, baseball, softball and dance.
For more information or to register, contact
Team NOLA delegation head J. Morgan at
[email protected].
*To participate in the Games, athletes must be at least 13 years old
and cannot have turned 17 years old as of July 31, 2017.
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GIFT OF ISRAEL
MEETING
It’s not too early to begin planning for your
teen’s summer trip to Israel
Parents and prospective teen summer trip
participants are invited to attend
WHEN: Sunday September 18, 4:00pm
WHERE: The home of Ellen and Mark Balkin 1839 Bordeaux Street, New Orleans 70115
WHAT: Learn about the Federation’s funding support for your teen’s travel to Israel
this summer. Learn about the summer experiences from some teens who
travelled recently to Israel
SPECIAL GIFT: All parents attending will receive a Gift Certificate of $100, redeemable
toward the cost of their teen’s summer trip expenses (one per family)
Please share your plans to attend to: Jeff Gubitz 504-780-5688 or [email protected]
special thanks
for your support of
our dedicated funds
ACE FUND
Mr. and Mrs. John L. Haspel
BUILDING FUND
In memory of Peter A. Mayer
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Bernstein
In memory of Joseph Sher
Rabbi and Mrs. Steven Fox
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FUND
In memory of Ruth Asher
Dr. and Mrs. Nathan Fischman
In honor of Lee Sear’s special birthday
Dr. and Mrs. Nathan Fischman
In honor of Kathy Rabin’s birthday
Dr. and Mrs. Nathan Fischman
In honor of Cheryl Slane’s birthday
Dr. and Mrs. Nathan Fischman
JCC SENIORS FUND
Mr. and Mrs. John L. Haspel
KOVOD FUND
In honor of Larry Rabin
Ms. Sarah Rabin
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A New J is on the way!
It can’t happen
without you!
New Recreation Pool with Splash Pad
Six-Lane Heated Pool
Indoor Warm Water Teaching/Therapy Pool
Additional Nursery School Classrooms For details
2,500 Square Foot Cardiovascular Space and to donate,
Pilates/Yoga Studio visit nojcc.org/capitalj
Indoor Cycling Studio
Youth Indoor Play/Exercise Room
The
New Orleans JCC
Capital
Campaign
www.nojcc.org
HOURS OF OPERATION
MONDAY – THURSDAY, 5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
FRIDAY, 5:30 AM – 6:00 PM
SATURDAY – SUNDAY, 1:00 PM – 6:45 PM
METAIRIE FITNESS CENTER
504.887.5158
HOURS OF OPERATION
MONDAY – THURSDAY, 5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
FRIDAY, 5:30 AM – 6:45 PM
SATURDAY – SUNDAY, 8:00 AM – 6:45 PM
UPTOWN FITNESS CENTER
504.897.0143
Jewish Community Center
5342 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70115
New Orleans, LA
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