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NORC Progress Update Last fall, we announced our Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC), which serves the community of Stapleton/Rosebank. One of our primary goals for the NORC's first year was to conduct a community needs assessment that would help us better serve this community going forward. We are pleased to announce that we have collected nearly 250 survey responses and have continued to build a relationship with seniors in this community despite the ongoing pandemic. Read about the latest updates on our NORC, including a summary of the findings from our research here. You can also read the full report here. If you would like more information about the program, contact Amelia Winter at AWinter@sijcc.com or 718.475.5238. - Grab & Go Meals and Meal Deliveries Update Grab & Go meals and meal deliveries for seniors will end on August 20. We continue to offer our other free services remotely from the Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC of Staten Island, including:
- We have 2 specialty summer camp programs starting next week and there are still a few spots left! Sign up today! Performing Arts Camp August 10 - August 14 Have you heard about our NEW Performing Arts Camp? The program, run by IlluminArt Productions, will transport campers to an imagination zone where they will build self-confidence as they delve into all aspects of theater. Activities will include improvisation, acting, dance, and music. Campers will also create an original play to perform for other campers and family members. Learn more and sign up here! Core 24 Stars Up Camp We are excited to announce a new one week basketball camp session! Our Core 24 Stars Up Camp will take place the week of August 10-14 from 9am-3pm at the Bernikow Building (1466 Manor Road). The camp is for children ages 10-14 and will include special guest instructors, outdoor pool time, and lunch packages. We can't wait to see your kids on the court! Register here! WELLNESS 30-Day Squat Challenge It's the start of a new month, and it's a great time to set some new goals and take on a new fitness challenge! Check out this 30-day Squat Challenge from Livestrong! - Ongoing Classes & At-Home Workouts We have several virtual wellness classes throughout the week! From exercise to nutrition to medical care questions and more, there's sure to be a class to help you stay well and stay connected during this time! Check out our website for a full schedule of all of our virtual wellness programming! Check out this link for a variety of workouts you can do from the comfort of your own home at any time! - The New York Road Runners have a great schedule of virtual wellness classes!
Zoom Webinar ID: 821 0818 0913 You can also access the classes at the NYRR Striders Facebook group If you do not have digital access to view the classes, you can call-in to listen to the workouts as indicated above. Dial In Number: 1-929-205-6099 Webinar ID for Call: 821 0818 0913 SUNRISE DAY CAMP Sunrise Virtual Camp Experience Our Sunrise Day Camp song got a special update to highlight all the fun our campers are having with their virtual camp experience! To listen to the new lyrics, see some photos from camp over the years, and find out what our campers are up to during "I'm Puzzled!" Week, check out this video! - Sunrise Circle of Friends We had such a fun time at our Sunrise Circle of Friends show last week! Check out this special clip from the show, featuring Brian Wild of Wild Side Zoo and Coco the Rabbit! If you want to keep supporting Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Sunrise Day Camp-Staten Island, donate here! SPORTS Gymnastics Camp Fun Our young gymnasts are having so much fun at camp! Check out some videos from gymnastics camp here! - Sports Camp There are still a few spots open in our basketball, soccer, and gymnastics camp! If you're looking for a fun way for your child to stay active this summer, sign up here! ARTS AND CULTURE Recap: Tisha B'Av Day of Learning Last week, we hosted a day of learning in honor of Tisha B'Av. We are grateful to all of our guest speakers who led informative, thoughtful conversations throughout the day. If you missed any of the lectures, you can watch them here! - August Book Club Meeting Thursday, August 13, 12:30pm We hope you'll join us for our next Book Club meeting! We will be reading When Time Stopped and will be joined by author Ariana Neumann for a special discussion. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 881 8145 5140 Password: 9QEPWe - SAJE Presents: The 'Jewish American Princess' in Hollywood Movies: From Stereotype to Role-Model Wednesday, August 19 and Wednesday, August 26, 12:30pm This 2-part lecture series presented by Dr. Julia Wagner will examine the evolution of the Jewish American Princess (JAP) character-type in Hollywood movies, from its misogynistic origins to unlikely heroines. Part 1 on August 19th will discuss the cultural environment which gave rise to the negative stereotype of the Jewish American Princess and look at some early representations in popular culture. Part 2 on August 26th focuses on the development of the JAP in post-1980s movies including Private Benjamin, Dirty Dancing and Clueless, exploring the ways in which female filmmakers have embraced the character with nuance, affection and respect. *Zoom link will follow your registration Tickets can be purchased here. - Visiting the Guggenheim Through Hollywood's Lens We certainly miss visiting museums like the Guggenheim but thanks to the movies, we can experience them in a new way! Check out this article on the iconic Guggenheim museum and its many appearances in films spanning decades and genres of entertainment. - Ongoing Cultural Arts Classes We miss all of our enriching Cultural Arts classes, but we are so excited to be able to offer some of them virtually! Check out our website for a full schedule of all of our virtual programming! MUSIC Harmony Road Let's make some music together! Harmony Road is one of our favorite classes at the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at the JCC and we're so excited to bring it to you virtually! Kids ages 4-5.5 will have so much fun singing, dancing, chanting, and playing along with their parents! Classes will take place on Tuesdays at 3:30pm, beginning August 11. The Zoom link will be provided upon registration. Register here. - NEW: Virtual Music Classes! In addition to Harmony Road, we have several other virtual music classes starting this month!
Sign up here! Zoom links will be provided after registration. - Music Trivia Challenge During World War II, Leonard Bernstein wrote the music for a wildly successful ballet on a contemporary theme that inspired a successful Broadway musical and, later, a film. What was the name of the ballet, and what was the name of the musical and film inspired by it? Check your answer in Thursday's J at Home! - Virtual Instrumental Lessons As you have heard, our virtual lessons have been extended through the summer months! Many of our students adjusted to virtual lessons quickly and are continuing to learn their instruments. You can sign up for lessons here! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ela Seeley at ESeeley@sijcc.com. - Practice 30 with the New York Philharmonic The New York Philharmonic invites you to take the Practice 30 Challenge! Practice your music for 30 days straight and join in their online community to celebrate music-making and uplift others who are practicing at home too! Check out this video from the New York Philharmonic and follow along with them on social media for practice tips and motivation from Philharmonic musicians and other special guests. Share your practice videos with us by emailing them to us at jcc@sijcc.com for a chance to be featured on our social media! Happy practicing! - Scholarship Auditions We are currently holding scholarship auditions for the 2020-2021 school year! If your child is ages 12-18 and has some prior music training, please email a 1-2 min video of your performance (to include a scale and musical selections) to Ela Seeley, Music Institute Director, at eseeley@sijcc.com. CAMP Summer is in full swing! At JCC Day Camp, every day is a new adventure! Our campers have been enjoying activities like archery, swimming, animal exploration, crafts, and much more! Check out the latest photos from camp here! - Summer in the Cloud If you aren't planning on sending your child to camp this summer, we have a great virtual opportunity for you! We are proud to partner with Camp Settoga, New Country Day Camp, and Camp Twelve Trails for a collaborative New York area JCC experience: Summer in the Cloud. Summer in the Cloud is a unique virtual summer experience bringing together the best of our camp staffs, values, and programming for Summer 2020! Learn more here KIDS AND FAMILIES Color Wheel Scavenger Hunt This activity from the Children's Museum of the Art is fun for the whole family to do together! Learn about the relationship between different colors as you find objects around your house to make a color wheel! Check out the video here. COMMUNITY EVENTS Be sure to check out these additional programs from our friends at other organizations around the country! Israeli Bats & Stats Wednesday, August 5, 12pm Join the America-Israel Friendship League for the first in its series of sports-focused webinars. Panelists, including a recently retired MLB player, a former player from Team Israel, and a triple threat Rabbi, will discuss their experiences and baseball's rise as the next hot sport in Israel. Register here. COVID-19 and Mental Health: Spatial Distancing, Not Social Distancing Wednesday, August 12, 4pm The limiting of face-to-face contact with others has helped reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Yet the physical distancing required to keep the virus at bay may invite unwanted emotions such as loneliness, anxiety, and feelings of helplessness. Join the American Lung Association for a free webinar, where top experts will review coping strategies and techniques to manage your mental health while maintaining your physical health. Register here. Virtual JCC with the Schwartz/Reisman Centre and Prosserman JCC During these challenging times, the entire JCC community across North America has come together to share unique, engaging content with members. You can make a free Virtual JCC account to access a variety of live, virtual events. We'll be sure to keep sharing our favorites with you! Check it out here! Dr. Ruth's Journey from Holocaust Orphan to Fame Thursday, August 13, 8pm Dr. Ruth will share her story of how she moved to the United States and started her career. She will discuss the philosophies that guide her in life and how her new documentary, Ask Dr. Ruth, revealed a side of her life that even her own children never fully understood until recently. Watch here! SOCIAL SERVICES Civil Service Job Information Webinar Tuesday, August 11, 10:30am Have you ever thought about or are interested having a Civil Service job? Do you know which Civil Services test you need to take and how to find the right exam? Connect with the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) and see where your professional journey can take you! Register for the webinar here. - Every year, the JCC serves over 6,000 people in crisis. This year, that number will grow as Staten Islanders experience hardships related to COVID-19. Without the help of the JCC, many people would not have food, legal services, health insurance, mental health services, and other critical services. We want to be able to continue to provide these services to anyone who needs them, but we need your help. Donate to our Families in Need campaign here.
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LocationSBERNIKOW/MID-ISLAND
1466 Manor Road Staten Island, NY 10314 718.475.5200 ABERLIN/NORTH SHORE
485 Victory Blvd Staten Island, NY 10301 718.475.5290 |
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1297 Arthur Kill Road Staten Island, NY 10312 718.475.5270 BERMAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
2221 Richmond Ave. Staten Island, NY 10314 718.475.5100 |
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