Events

FREE for members and non-members A mother is confronted with an impossible situation that leads to different possible versions of her family’s future. The narrative explores how a single choice can ripple outward and reshape identity, relationships, and fate. It’s a thoughtful, emotionally layered story about grief, love, and the paths not taken.

Join Chef Noam Zabari for a Middle Eastern barbecue on the quad!

Suggested donation $5 Drop in to our Bag Charm Bar to choose your favorite beads, colors, and charms and create a personalized bag charm. Check out the J, reconnect with your community, and kick off the new school year with a little creativity!

FREE for members & non-members Discuss the month’s social and political issues with your fellow news enthusiasts. With timely and changing international, national, and local issues from the news arenas of government, arts, sports, science, and religion, we welcome all participants to voice their ideas. All points of view are welcome in this lively, thought-provoking, […]

First Thursday of the month beginning Sept. 3; 10:45-11:45 am FREE for members and non-members Join our nonjudgmental peer group for adults of all writing levels. We will start each session writing from prompts, then provide feedback and give encouragement to one another. We’ll also have room to discuss your writing goals as well as […]

Do you care for a family member with chronic illness or special needs? Join our conversation circle to connect with others in a similar situation. Whether you are responsible for a child with special needs, a spouse with cognitive or physical decline, or any other situation that fits, we welcome your participation. The group will […]

Labor Day: Jewish Insights on Work and Purpose As Americans get ready to celebrate Labor Day, we’ll explore the value of hard work through a Jewish lens. We’ll consider what Jewish tradition teaches us about treating workers fairly, the role Jews played in the early labor movement, and the importance of setting work aside and […]

Every other Sunday  Drop in—no registration required. Having trouble with your iPhone, Android, tablet, or laptop? Struggle with email, texting, apps, Zoom, or technology in general? Bring your device and your questions to the J and savvy volunteers from Irvington High School will help you at no cost!

Stop by the front lobby and join us for a delicious holiday treat to get ready for the New Year. Start off 5787 with something sweet on us!

Wednesday, September 9; 11:30 am-1:30 pm (running time 111 mins) FREE members and non-members Join us for a special screening of Remarkably Bright Creatures, starring Sally Field as a widow in her 70s whose life is unexpectedly changed by an extraordinary friendship with a remarkably perceptive octopus. Filled with warmth, humor, and unforgettable characters, this […]

Join acclaimed author June Hersh for a moving evening exploring the remarkable stories behind Food, Hope & Resilience: Authentic Recipes and Remarkable Stories from Holocaust Survivors. Drawing from the experiences of more than 100 Holocaust survivors, Hersh shares stories of daring partisans, hidden children, and those who endured unimaginable internment—and explores how food became a […]

Join your friends for a delicious tasting: apple/honey/round challah A wonderful way to celebrate the start of the holiday season.

FREE for members; $10 for non-members Come examine the core elements of Netanyahu’s legacy: his approach to regional and international affairs, his reshaping of Israel’s democratic institutions, and the political dynamics that enabled his extraordinary longevity. We will explore how Israel arrived at its current moment of crisis and whether the upcoming elections offer a […]

Commemorating 9/11 and Prelude to Rosh Hashanah As we mark the 25th anniversary of September 11 on the same day that Rosh Hashanah begins, we’ll reflect on remembrance, renewal, and our responsibility to one another. The JCC’s senior director of marketing & communications, Alison Koch, a former member of the exhibitions team at the 9/11 […]

FREE for members; $10 for non-members Part of the Renard Lecture Series Stop by The Ark for bagels, coffee, and a schmooze with the JCC program staff to learn about our upcoming Renard lectures and other programs this season.

FREE for members and non-members Full lineup here This memoir chronicles a young woman's experience surviving a life-altering illness and navigating the emotional terrain between sickness and health. With honesty and grace, it examines identity, recovery, love, and the challenge of rebuilding a life.  

Come to the front lobby and make a fun holiday craft to take home!

The Art of Returning: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Lives  During the High Holy Days, Jewish tradition has us looking inward. The word teshuva, which we hear throughout this season, is often translated as “repentance,” though its deeper meaning is return. Drawing on timeless Jewish texts and the wisdom we’ve gained through our own lives, we’ll […]

FREE for members and non-members Take a break and enjoy the timeless sounds of R&B and Motown, performed live by Concerts in Motion. Join us for an hour of interactive, live music, presented by Concerts in Motion! Professional musicians Tanesha Gary (voice) and Rafael Rosa (guitar) will be performing classic hits from your favorite pop, […]

Free for members, $20 non-members Enjoy exclusive access to the pool in a calm, sensory-friendly environment designed for individuals with disabilities and their immediate families. With reduced noise and distractions, participants can relax, have fun, and enjoy a comfortable evening of swimming together.

Members: $10/adult, $8/children || Non-members: $12/adult, $10/child Get ready for your Yom Kippur Break Fast! Bring your family to join Rabbi Lisa and our Culinary Specialist Amy Marcus to try your hand at making a bagel and creating your perfect cream cheese combo!

Every other Sunday  Drop in—no registration required. Having trouble with your iPhone, Android, tablet, or laptop? Struggle with email, texting, apps, Zoom, or technology in general? Bring your device and your questions to the J and savvy volunteers from Irvington High School will help you at no cost!

FREE for members and non-members Reset your nervous system in a guided somatic experience with Tal Gozhansky, breathwork facilitator and somatic coach. This session blends intentional movement, active breathwork, curated music, and meditation—thoughtfully guided and curated to help you release stress, regulate your nervous system, and connect to your body. Drawing on principles from Elemental Rhythm […]