Shames JCC

About Fathers and Mothers: When a Greeting Card isn’t Enough   Perhaps you remember when mothers and fathers held an esteemed place in our families and communities. Join Rabbi Ron Symons in uncovering that status and exploring how it has devolved, evolved, or remained the same.

This Shabbat dinner will bring you all of the joy of a regular Shabbat dinner with the addition of celebrating the American Jewish contribution to our national songbook with singalong opportunities from Fiddler On The Roof to Simon and Garfunkel in honor of our 250th anniversary.  Cantor Dana Anesi will be our musical guide.  Our […]

Friday, May 8, 5:45-7:30 PM This Shabbat dinner will bring you all of the joy of a regular Shabbat dinner with the addition of celebrating the American Jewish contribution to Broadway in honor of our 250th anniversary.  Cantor Dana Anesi will be our musical guest.

Members: $35; non-members: $40 Experience a joyful concert with TONEWALL, the charismatic queer a cappella band of the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus and Northeast Champions of The International A Cappella Open. TONEWALL will entertain you with uplifting anthems, classic tunes, and pop hits from today’s artists while promoting diversity, LGBTQAI+ inclusion and social […]

Dr. Marsha Gordon, President/CEO of the Business Council of Westchester, will share insights on the state of Westchester’s economy and business landscape. She will discuss key trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping the region, and what they mean for businesses and residents across the county. The discussion will also spotlight the BCW’s current initiatives, including its […]

$25 for members, $35 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 […]

Come meet and make meaningful connections with others who have also recently joined the J. This dedicated time will also give you the chance to ask questions or get more information that you may need to get the full experience of your membership. Stop by the Community room and have some small bites and refreshments.

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The Various Ways We Remember our Departed: A Memorial Day Inspired Conversation Join Rev. Blaine Crawford (Irvington Presbyterian Church) and Rabbi David Holtz (Temple Beth Abraham) for an interfaith conversation about the ways we remember our departed in different faith traditions and in America. Rev. Gareth Evans and Rabbi Ron Symons are pleased to host […]

The Ten Commandments in Our Modern World: Idolatry and Adultery   If you have recently read the news, idolatry and adultery are all the rage. Join Rabbi Ron Symons in unpacking the time tested wisdom guiding us not to betray God (our core values) or our loved ones (our commitments to one another).

Friday, May 15; 1:00–2:15 pm FREE for members and non-members NOTE: this event will be live-streamed with an-person discussion after Join Emmy Award-winning Wall Street Journal tech columnist Joanna Stern and bestselling author Kara Swisher for a conversation about the AI takeover of our everyday lives and Joanna’s new book, I Am Not a Robot: […]

$20 for members, $25 for non-members Prepare for a wild night of dueling pianos! The Flying Ivories belt out an all-request dueling piano show that's part music, part comedy and all fun. Why? The audience controls the set list! So no two shows are ever the same, and every show features a rotating roster of […]

The JCC's Babysitting Certification & Internship Program is for young people ages 11 - 16 years old, offering training and mentorship for all levels of babysitting experience. The program begins with a 7 hour American Red Cross training that provides youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and […]

In a town where history has been silenced, an eyewitness to murder speaks out in search of the boy she loved. Combining magical realism with traditional documentary techniques, Among Neighbors examines the mystery of a small, rural town in Poland where people of two different faiths lived side by side for centuries — until the killing began. […]

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!

In 2022, after 49 years, Roe v. Wade was overturned. The state of reproductive health care in the U.S. has changed critically and fundamentally in a few short years. Abortion is now banned or restricted in 19 states, and is inaccessible in most of the other 31; access to contraceptives is increasingly challenged. Choice Matters, […]

Retirement often raises bigger questions than expected: Who am I now? What do I want my days to look like? What still matters? This interactive workshop is designed for adults who are approaching retirement or are newly retired and want space to think more intentionally about what comes next. Through guided reflection, structured exercises, and […]

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 Written by local author Dani Alpert, this warm and witty novel explores how an unexpected connection can open the door to friendship and renewed purpose. Sparked by a chance phone call, the story gently examines loneliness, courage, and the power of reaching out at any stage of life. With humor […]

FREE for members and non-members From the Booker Prize–winning, bestselling author Ian McEwan, What We Can Know is a fictional tour de force. This instant New York Times bestseller is a literary detective story and love story that reclaims the present from our sense of looming catastrophe and imagines a future world where all is […]

$25 members, $30 non-members Discover the magic of gel plate printmaking with artist John Rosis. A gel plate is a flexible and reusable surface that produces unique, hand-pressed mono-prints. Layer stencils, leaves, string, grasses, and more to explore bold abstract designs or representational imagery; the possibilities are endless. No experience needed, and all materials included.

Table Settings for Seniors at the Food Pantry   Join us in helping our neighbors dine with dignity. Together, we’ll wrap and package table settings—complete with placemats, napkins, and flowers—for senior clients of the Tarrytown Sleepy Hollow Community Food Pantry. This is a continuation of a recent Community Service Hour as we work toward our […]

Military and Community Service: What is The Value Added?   Reflecting on contemporary society norms of rampant independence, Rabbi Ron Symons will guide us in a Memorial Day inspired conversation about the value added when communities expect their citizens of all ages to give back to the community.

$25 for members; $32 for non-members Planting an herb pot is a wonderful way to satiate any green thumb! Come join culinary specialist Amy Pane and teaching artist Renee Shamosh as they demonstrate planting a summer herb garden pot. They will then teach the class how to make homemade basil pesto, which the class will […]

Calling all families: the JCC’s first-ever Family Field Day is on! Coach D from Backyard PE will keep kids and parents moving and make sure everyone has a blast with sports and rec games and relay races. Each activity is designed to be accessible for little ones while keeping older kids engaged and challenged. We’ll […]