Shames JCC

FREE for members & non-members Our forefather Abraham got around. “Going” was, in fact, what he was firstly commanded to do by G*d. Why? Where is he running off to? And who is he with? Come discover the (proposed) secret lives and loves of Avraham Avinu! With Cantor Robin Joseph of Temple Beth Shalom. 

FREE for members & non-members Grab a bourbon cocktail (included!) and join acclaimed spirits expert and author Noah Rothbaum alongside Rabbi David Ingber to uncover the Jewish legacy within America’s whiskey story. In his latest book, The Whiskey Bible, Rothbaum traces the global history of whiskey while shining light on a little-known chapter: the pivotal […]

Members: $36; non-members: $50 Gather with friends to fill your spirit and your belly. We will begin with unstructured time for mingling, holiday-related snacks, and a get-to-know-you exercise. Our salmon meal along with a vegetarian option from DeCicco and Sons will begin with Shabbat rituals guided by Rabbi Ron Symons, including discussion starters, blessings, songs, […]

Members: $20; non-members: $25 Dust off your vocal chords—time to sing, lounge, sip, and nibble! Grab your friends and your request list and get ready to sing with Nina, a Brooklyn-based award-winning singer, voice actor, songwriter, producer, and piano entertainer! Whether you’re singing along to an old favorite or brave enough to grab the mic […]

FREE for members; $10 for non-members Every religion teaches some form of "Love your neighbor as yourself." The first question we must answer is: What is love? The second is: Do we love ourselves? Only after answering those questions can we think about how to love our neighbors and how to love strangers. Join in […]

FREE for members & non-members Artist and community leader Lucia Aguais will guide us in creating collage holiday cards. We’ll go over simple collage techniques like tearing and layering paper, creating shapes, and composing our own designs, with plenty of room for play and personal expression. Donated cards will be shared with children from Flag […]

Members: $18; non-members: $25 We’re turning back the clock to the golden age of doo-wop at this year’s Verve Hanukkah celebration! The cast of Broadway’s “Jersey Boys” is coming to the J to bring you the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons as well as other well-known hits from the era. Before […]

For the foodie in your life, explore a variety of delicious goods, such as Koroneiki olive oil sourced from the seller’s family olive trees in Greece, homemade cocktail cherries, and espresso walnuts.

FREE for members & non-members As Santa floats into Herald Square at the end of the Thanksgiving Day parade, how do we put the Christ back in Christmas and the Maccabees back in Hanukkah? With Rabbi Daniel Reiser, Temple Beth Shalom, Hastings on Hudson and Pastor Kristin Wuerffel, Dobbs Ferry Lutheran Church. Hosted by Rabbi […]

4 Thursdays, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11 Members: $25; non-members: $36 for the series Why do some speeches make a difference and last forever while others backfire or are forgotten? This 4-session series explores the answers as we explore the content and context of powerful speeches by influential Americans including Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, Jr., […]

Members: $85; non-members: $100 (includes r/t transportation, tour, and lunch at the J) Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity! Art enthusiasts are invited to the newly-renovated Frick Collection in NYC for a private tour at a greatly reduced rate. Arriving before the museum opens to the public for the day, our group will get […]

FREE for members & non-members Rabbi Ron Symons will lead us in a conversation about the relationship between miracles, reality, coincidences, truth, alternative truths, and so much more than just a little oil lasting for eight days.  This contemporary conversation will touch on Jewish and general themes in our society.

Members: $30; non-members: $36 Jam out to this electrifying Grateful Dead tribute band. Dead heads and friends: don't miss this fan favorite, known for their moving harmonies and high-energy blocks of music. The band’s unique renditions of timeless classics make them a must see. Cash bar will be open; tickets get you one free drink […]

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; $10 for non-members The events of October 7th have brought renewed attention to life in kibbutz communities. This conversation explores kibbutz life from past to present, examining the role of Zionist ideals and worldviews in shaping daily life, values, and community structures. It also highlights the kibbutz’s enduring traditions, communal practices, and […]

FREE, drop in when you can. Chef Amy Pane and Rabbi Ron Symons can’t wait to wish you a Hanukkah full of light, potatoes, sour cream, and apple sauce. Chef Amy will prepare special toppings for our latkes and Rabbi Ron will share some innovative ways to celebrate Hanukkah

Drop in, no registration  Brings your kids to celebrate the season with a creative, hands-on craft with Rabbi Ron and Jill Rosenblum!

FREE for members & non-members Ages 16+ Join Pablo and Anna Mayor of Folklore Urbano NYC for a fun and unique music experience! Participants will move to the beat and sing music inspired by the diverse traditions of Colombia, including the well known rhythm of "Cumbia!” *Inclusive classes and events at the J are specifically […]

FREE for members and non-members Those experiencing the stage of life referred to as “the third act” are invited to come together to talk, laugh, share stories, and support one another through life’s ups and downs. Whether you're navigating retirement, dealing with health changes, coping with loss, or just looking to connect with others in […]

FREE for members & non-members Inspired by true events, this powerful novel follows Civil Townsend, a young nurse in 1970s Alabama, whose new job at a family planning clinic leads her to uncover injustices that will change the course of her life—and others’—forever. It’s a moving story about courage, accountability, and the fight for dignity.

Members: $15; non-members: $20; incl. r/t transportation Jacob Burns Film Center, 364 Manville Rd, Pleasantville, NY 10570 Bus leaves the JCC at 12:15 pm and returns at 5:0 pm—you may also self-drive Barbra Streisand’s Academy Award-winning film Yentl (1983), based on an Isaac Bashevis Singer story, follows a young woman in 19th-century Poland who disguises […]

FREE for members & non-members Chef Amy Pane will show us how to add a twist to our old school latke recipe assumptions through culinary demonstration and tasting. While the latkes are cooking, Rabbi Ron Symons will lead a discussion on the significance of this traditional food and the fallacy behind it.

FREE for members & non-members Have you ever wondered why so many milestones in our lives and on our calendar incorporate vast amounts of light? Rabbi Ron Symons will help us uncover the power of light in our spirituality, emotional well-being, communal celebrations, and so much more. There might even be some chocolate Hanukkah gelt […]

Members: $10; non-members: $16 Experience the story of Hanukkah like never before with a laser light show! With fog, duel of light beams, lighting effects, and a giant menorah lighting you’ll never forget, all ages will be mesmerized! This performance is brought to you by Wondergy; never scripted, audience-driven science entertainment. Wondergy began in 2002 […]

Members: $15; non-members: $20 Join us on the Winter Solstice—the day with the least amount of daylight all year—for a powerful afternoon of meditation and sound healing guided by certified meditation and sound healer Stephany Olivieri. This gathering honors the solstice as a time for new beginnings, self care, and inner transformation.

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 Those experiencing the stage of life referred to as “the third act” are invited to come together to talk, laugh, share stories, and support one another through life’s ups and downs. Whether you're navigating retirement, dealing with health changes, coping with loss, or just looking to connect with others in […]

Members: $3; non-members: $5 Let’s celebrate and welcome the new year together! We’ll dance, snack, craft, and toast with sparkling cider with a 12:00 pm countdown. Ideal for children up to 3rd grade.