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At Stuarts Fruit Farm, 62 Granit Springs Rd, Granit Springs Join us for a day of apple picking with your grandchildren and friends with from the Shames JCC RSVP: Marcie Colon, PJ Library Grandparent Connector at marcie76208@verizon.net THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER
Over twenty species of raptors may be spotted in our area, including various kinds of eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls. Saw Mill River Audubon Executive Director Anne Swaim will present a multimedia program with some of the best raptor images from local photographers, video clips, and more. Find out when and where raptors may be […]
Laughter Yoga is a unique exercise routine that combines unconditional laughter with yogic breathing. Laughter reaps many scientific benefits including reduction of stress, anxiety, and depression; lower blood pressure; a strengthened immune system; and much more. Laughter is initially stimulated as a physical exercise and soon leads to real and contagious laughter. Bring your playful […]
Are you a news junkie? Come discuss the week's social and political issues with your fellow JCC 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, […]
With Rabbi Mara Young, Woodlands Community Temple We know that Judaism values "arguments for the sake of heaven," but why is having different opinions such an important part of Jewish learning and living? How can we apply this acceptance of conflict to our (highly charged) modern political discussions?
Turn something old into something new at our clothing upcycling workshop. Artist Erwin Ong will guide you through block printing and pattern-making basics with used clothes. You will leave with your own creation and the skills to upcycle at home! Come with an article or two of clothing. Cotton or linen fabrics are best: shirts, […]
The streets of New York have always been the source of new musical ideas. In this high energy lecture, music historian Michael Shamosh will examine two vocal music revolutions- doo wop and hip hop and their journey from the streets of the great city to the rest of the world. About the presenter: Michael Shamosh […]
Come welcome our new Shishin (Junior Israeli ambassador) Noy Laufer, born in Haifa. Her family currently lives in Moshav Avigdor, a small village 40 minutes south of Tel Aviv. Noy is spending her gap year after graduating high school working with different institutions. Noy will to share her experiences and perspectives as an Israeli. Light […]
FREE for members and non-members Register Here We Feed People, from Oscar-winning director Ron Howard, spotlights renowned chef José Andrés and his nonprofit World Central Kitchen’s mission and evolution, from being a scrappy group of grassroots volunteers to becoming one of the most highly regarded humanitarian aid organizations in the disaster relief sector. Since 2010 […]
Stop by the J to get your Hanukkah candles and support the local Boy Scouts!
Join us for an afternoon of music and connection in honor of Leonard Cohen's 7th yahrzeit. Nobel laureate and modern-day prophet Leonard Cohen's timeless body of work as a songwriter, performer, and poet spans more than 50 years and explores religion, politics, isolation, love, and mortality. His creations delved fearlessly into the essence of human existence, […]
Want to reconnect with an old friend? Want to find a good doctor or attorney? Learn the methods genealogists such as Ron Arons use to track down or simply discover living relatives. Beyond Google, we’ll discuss how to use professional websites, people directories, court and other government records, ‘aggregation’ websites, and of course, social networking […]
With Rev Garth Evans, St. Barnabas, and Rabbi Jay Stein, Greenburgh Hebrew Center This discussion is part of the Baptism to B’ Mitzvah: exploring Rituals in Judaism and Christianity lecture series. Across diverse religions and cultures, there are ceremonies and traditions acknowledging a child’s maturation and entrance into adulthood. We will examine how Jews and […]
Bring your lunch and a dessert to share with friends new and not-new for a friendsgiving potluck at the JCC! We'll gather to celebrate all we're grateful for in our JCC community. Beverages and extra dessert on us! NOTE: Please include a list of ingredients with your dish in case of allergies.
In recent years, following the tumult of the Arab Spring and turmoil in Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq, some key Middle Eastern countries showed signs of moving toward peace and economic stability. The October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel threatens to undermine these prospects, delaying or even destroying the progress under the Abraham Accords. What […]
Whether we realize it or not, feelings about our body underscore many of our most important relationships including with food, health, and our deeper selves. Join body image coach, nutritionist, and author Amelia Sherry MPH, RD for new insights into the concept of body confidence. You’ll learn practical tools and strategies to build a positive […]
Across Westchester County, several local families host “Shinshinim” who are Israeli high school graduates serving as emissaries to Jewish communities and engaging in meaningful service work prior to their mandatory engagement in the Israeli army. Teens ages 14 and up are invited to come to hear from these Shinshinim about their personal ties to current […]
Friday Night Sensory Friendly Swim Join us for our monthly Friday night free-swim to families who have an immediate member with a special need. The pool will be exclusively reserved for this event, so that we can ensure a sensory-friendly pool environment for a fun family night out! Please note: -We ask that at least […]
Stop by the J to get your Hanukkah candles and support the local Boy Scouts!
In 1978, it was estimated that 80 percent of American stand-up comics were Jewish. Acts such as the Marx Brothers, Jack Benny, and Fanny Brice filled the early comic world from vaudeville to film and radio. This talk will explore Jewish comics and their effect on our culture, from the slapstick of The Three Stooges […]
What's better than one Zumba instructor? How about all three of your favorites for a 90 minute sweat session! Come join your J favorites Yolanda, Gabby, and Julie from 9:30-11:00 am the Saturday after Thanksgiving for a Zumba Master Class. Bring your friends! Members $10/Non-members $20
Ever wonder how the Shames JCC came to be? Drawing on written and photographic archives, local historian Walter Schwartz will take us from the 1920s, when the Jews of Yonkers first joined together to fund and develop a Jewish Community Center, to the thriving JCC you know and love today. About the presenter: Former judge […]
FREE for members and nonmembers 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. Groups can serve as an invaluable tool to help ourselves and others deal with the consequences of being a family caregiver. Whether you are responsible […]
Shop from a beautiful selection of houseware handmade by Abe Rosenthal.
Give a loved one some truly unique and special jewelry this year from Ariane’s Jewel Box!
“A murder mystery locked inside a Great American Novel . . . Charming, smart, heart-blistering, and heart-healing.” —Danez Smith, The New York Times Book Review From James McBride, author of the National Book Award–winning The Good Lord Bird, comes a novel about small-town secrets and the people who keep them. In 1972, when workers in […]
This virtual panel will highlight the experiences and voices of siblings of those with disabilities. The event is open to all who want to better understand the unique perspectives of these siblings.Advanced registration is required. Zoom information will be sent to registrants prior to the program.
Indulge your senses in our inclusive pasta cooking class designed for adults of all abilities! Join Amy Payne for a culinary adventure where participants both with and without special needs come together to learn the art of making pasta from scratch. Whether you are a pasta enthusiast looking to brush up on your skills or […]
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