Events

Jess Velona explores how presidential pardons, while often merciful or remedial for judicial errors, have also been granted amidst some of the greatest political controversies in our history.  Some examples include Andrew Johnson's mass pardons of ex-Confederates, Ford's pardon of Nixon's Watergate, Carter's mass pardons of Vietnam draft evaders, Clinton's pardon of fugitive Marc Rich, […]

Join our youth ambassador Asaf Bader as he discusses the realities and emotions surrounding graduating high school and entering the Israel Defense Force. With your help, Asaf will compare and contrast the American high school experience with the Israeli. Hummus and pita for swiping will make our conversation all the more festive.

Before we enjoy our outdoor potluck picnic, join us to support those who are food insecure. We’ll make PB&J sandwiches for the residents of the Broadway Manor Shelter in Yonkers. Feel free to bring sliced bread to contribute to these efforts. No RSVP needed.

FREE for members and non-members Bring a dish to share with friends new and not-new for a potluck picnic at the JCC! We’ll gather under the tent in the front lawn to celebrate spring. Drinks and dessert on us! NOTE: Please include a list of ingredients with your dish in case of allergies. Click here […]

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Do a mitzvah; sign up to give blood at the J! When you donate blood, you help patients of all ages who may be undergoing treatment for cancer, chronic illness, traumatic accidents and injuries, and more.

Members: $30; non-members: $35 Tap into this restorative workshop that will leave you with a lasting sense of well-being. We’ll start with the deeply restful practices of restorative yoga and yoga nidra. You’ll then create a personal river stone mandala—a literal touchstone of inner peace and reminder of your own inherent beauty, wisdom, and strength. […]

Balancing community and self as revealed through Jewish and Christian thought. The common understanding that “What’s mine is mine and what’s yours is yours” makes for cordial co-existence. However, our faith traditions offer meaningful ways of connecting on a deeper level. Join us for a discussion about how we can “expand the pie” or share […]

Join with Rabbi Symons as we uncover the ways Jewish wisdom invites us to memorialize those who are no longer with us. Lest you think otherwise, it is not through “White Sales”. Our conversation will touch on our collective efforts around Memorial Day and our individual efforts around friends and family. In the Challah and […]

Luau theme! Come spend your Friday night with us at our special Sensory-Friendly Swim Night, exclusively for families with an immediate member with a disability. The pool will be reserved just for you, providing a sensory-friendly environment where you can enjoy a relaxing swim without the usual distractions. This event is designed to accommodate sensory […]