Welcome to the jcc
- ABOUT THE J
- MEMBER Spotlight
- News
- PUBLICATIONS
- Fitness
- Special Events
"I have to admit that until my recent tour and in-depth interview with the JCC's staff, I never fully knew just how much this agency has to offer. In fact, I walked away thinking that the JCC is truly a one-stop shop for families in need of time together."
(Sherrina Navani, Staten Island Advance)
Click here for more information
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Ron (age 71) and Ethel Hirshen (age 69)
Ron is the unofficial funny man in the Fitness Center.
He’s always ready with a humorous remark. Ron jokes
about all the calories he and Ethel burn while talking
to everyone in the Fitness Center. The Hirshens first
joined the JCC back in 1991 because of the nice members,
friendly staff, good times and broad selection of cardio
and strength training machines. Over the years, not much
has changed except Ron has more muscle tone and many
more members he calls “friends”. They both maintain a
consistent fitness regimen of treadmill, weights and
yoga classes. They both try their best to keep to a
healthy diet of lean meats and veggies but sometimes his
signature bagel with cream cheese gets in the way! They
also participate in other joint activities such as
racquetball and swimming after they leave the JCC. After
all they can stay as long as they want to play on land
or in the pool as retirees. It looks like they have the
last laugh!
NEWS
- Holocaust survivors, families gather at Bernikow JCC, where Emil Jacoby's art is on exhibit
STATEN ISLAND ADVANCE
Friday, July 1, 2011, 7:03 AM
The ultimate survivors, those who suffered at the hands of the Nazis, gathered with family and friends last Sunday at the JCC in Sea View to bond amidst the artwork of the late Holocaust survivor, artist and writer Emil Jacoby.
- Inside Out Photos--June 29, 2011
STATEN ISLAND ADVANCE
Some 100 seniors gathered at the Avis/South Shore JCC to celebrate the birthdays of 19 of their friends. The celebratory luncheon was arranged to honor seniors, ranging in ages from 90 to 96 on their milestone birthdays. Each of the celebrants wore a red or while rose to commemorate the special day. Memorabilia was presented from 1915 to 1921, representing the years of the respective nonagenarians.
- Nesho's Gymnastic Center closing its doors
Since Nesho’s opened its doors in 1988, three years after Mary Fontana hired the fifth-place finisher in the 1968 Mexico Olympics for her Richmond Gymnastics Center now based at the Jewish Community Center (JCC), a number of elite athletes have come through.
Three straight New York State champion boys teams from 1989-91 were created. Two-time Olympian Dominic Minicucci got his start there. Paul DiPalma, a fourth-place finisher in the NCAA vault in 2003 out of William and Mary College, trained there.
- Losing a Job But Finding Hope
Manny Saks was a credit manager for a leading consumer products firm for more than 25 years when he lost his job in 2009. He turned to UJA-Federation’s Connect to Care program, which was developed two years ago to help members of the Jewish community affected by the economic downturn by reweaving resources within the community to compassionately care for all Jews. Saks shares how he received important emotional support and financial and career counseling from the Connect to Care hub at the Jewish Community Center of Staten Island.
- Businesses Across S.I. Try To Lower Carbon Footprint
NY1 VIDEO:
- Staten Island Holds First Green & Clean Expoo
NY1
Thursday, March 10, 2011, 10:43PM
More than 500 people turned out at Staten Island's first Green & Clean Expo in South Beach on Thursday, at which experts and local businesses were on hand to answer questions and share their green initiatives.
- Preparing to celebrate Purim at the Bernikow JCC
STATEN ISLAND ADVANCE
Friday, March 04, 2011, 8:14 AM
While preparations for Purim events are under way on Staten Island, parents who are looking to save some money on outfits, create less waste or simply empty a closet will be at the first Esther's Closet Costume Exchange on Sunday at the Joan and Alan Bernikow JCC, Sea View.
- New outreach group forms at the Jewish Community Center
STATEN ISLAND ADVANCE
Thursday, March 03, 2011, 2:56 PM
When called upon by local Jewish leaders, Staten Island's congressman answered, but emphasized that he needs to deliver.
At a conference held at the Joan and Alan Bernikow Jewish Community Center (JCC), Rep. Michael Grimm (R-Staten Island/Brooklyn) spoke passionately about the problems facing Staten Island, New York City and the nation; 40 leading members of the borough's Jewish community hung on every word.
- Boy with
Asperger's finds new friends at JCC summer camp
STATEN ISLAND ADVANCE
Sunday, February 13, 2011, 8:35 AM
In many ways, "Matt" is a typical, well-adjusted, happy 10-year-old. He loves pizza and French fries; his favorite TV show is "Sponge Bob;" he enjoys playing soccer and his favorite time of the year is summer, during which he could play outdoors and relax.
Matt, though, is different. He's described as having Asperger Syndrome. Typically, people with Asperger Syndrome have social and communicative impairments that make it more challenging for them to function in general society.
- Mend
your broken heart at the JCC
STATEN ISLAND ADVANCE
Monday, February 07, 2011, 10:11 AM
Ever wish you could land one good punch on the ex who cheated on you? Or wanted to jab the one-time lover who broke your heart? On Valentine's Day, the Joan and Alan Bernikow Jewish Community Center is letting you do just that.
- Staten
Island's JCC hosts Reelabilities Film Festival
STATEN ISLAND ADVANCE
Thursday, February 03, 2011, 12:47 PM
At first glance, they can look different. A prosthetic leg or smaller facial features might separate them from the masses. But with time, it becomes clear that persons with disabilities have much in common with so-called normal people.
So goes the thought behind the Reelabilities: NY Disabilities Film Festival, unspooling Feb. 3-8 in multiple locations throughout the New York metropolitan area, including Staten Island. - For
Desperate on Staten Island, a Worker of Last Resort
THE NEW YORK TIMES
Thursday, January 17
UJA-Federation is one of the seven agencies supported by The New York Times Neediest Cases Fund. Ms. Weiss makes house calls, which allows clients to keep their financial distress under wraps. This being Staten Island, many of her clients live in suburban splendor, surrounded by the trappings of their wealth even after the crash drained their liquidity.
PUBLICATIONS
- Spring Program Guide
- June Bulletin
- Music Institute Brochure
- Camp Brochure 2011
- 2011 Camp Application
- 2011 Camp Scholarship Application
HEALTH & FITNESS
BODY PUMP
This 60-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like Squats, Presses, Lifts and Curls. Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weight inspire you to get the results you came for and fast.
Join JCC trainers Eric Scribner, Chris Lupardo and JCC fitness staff each week as they show you successful ways to improve your health and fitness.
Web training Series Clip 3- © 2010 JCC of Staten Island
Click here to see our Personal Training Programs and Group Workout Schedules.
