winter 2010–2011 - JCC of Greater Rochester

WINTER
2010–2011
Contents
In this issue
Departments
6
Youth Fitness
7Fitness
9
Children & Families
16
Cultural Arts
19
Adult Programs
28Contributors
Features
5
JCC CenterStage Inspires New
Direction for Corinne Scott
7
Meet Our Heroes
14
JCC Highlights
31
Statement of Revenues & Expenditures
Holiday Hours
Thursday, November 25
Friday, December 24
Saturday, December 25
Friday, December 31
Saturday, January 1
7am–1:30pm
5:30am–5:30pm
12–5:30pm
5:30am–5:30pm
12–5:30pm
The mission of the JCC is to
strengthen Jewish identity and
promote Jewish continuity in
an environment that provides
opportunities for meaningful
cultural enrichment, physical
well–being, social, educational
and recreational experiences
for individuals and families.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Officers
President
Marshall Lesser
Vice Presidents
Karen Kessler
Matthew A. Ryen
Secretary
Jeremy Wolk
Treasurer
Robert Fogel
Directors
Douglas Bennett
Rabbi Shaya Kilimnick
Burton Kleinman
Harold Bobry
Dawn Lipson
Lorraine Braveman
Ellen Broder
Ralph Madeb
James Marsh
Howard Cohen
Karen Lesser Menachof
Ilene Flaum
Daphne Futerman
Noreen Salerno
Marvin Wolk
Justin Goldman
Karen Zivan
Aaron Hiller
Marisa Kessler
Executive Director: Leslie Berkowitz
Associate Executive Director for Finance and
Administration: David J. Pieramico
Development Director: Tamara Cohen
Membership Director: Barbara Conklin
Marketing Director: Susan LaRosa
Design: Sandra Ann DePauw & Associates
JCC Magazine is published regularly by
Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester
1200 Edgewood Avenue
Rochester, NY 14618
Contact us at (585) 461–2000
Or online at jccrochester.org
To advertise in the JCC Magazine,
call (585) 461–2000, ext. 258
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JCC CenterStage Inspires New Direction
for Corinne Scott
As she waited her turn to audition for the
CenterStage production of Rent, Corinne
Scott’s nerves jumped even higher when
she heard the person auditioning before her
singing the exact same song she was about
to perform: “Mamma Who Bore Me” from
Spring Awakening. It was Corinne’s first
acting audition and she had only taken two
voice lessons throughout her life. Little did
she know that landing the role of Mimi’s
mother would be a life–changing experience.
In 2009, Corinne began her studies in the
Dance program at Howard University. The
program was not for her. Corinne explains,
“It upset me that I was becoming this different
person that I didn’t even really like.” Corinne
decided to seek advice from her favorite
Webster Thomas High School teacher, Mrs.
Nitsch. Corinne credits Mrs. Nitsch as the
first person who said “you have to be the one
who can go to bed at night and be happy with
what you’re doing. Nobody else.” “That really
changed everything for me. I dropped out of
the Dance major” says Corinne.
Knowing Corinne loved the show Rent, a
friend told her that the JCC was performing
it over the summer. “If I hadn’t gotten into
Rent, then I would not have met the amazing
people at the JCC.” Corinne now plans to
major in Musical Theater and is working
with JCC Artistic Director Ralph Meranto
to prepare for her upcoming auditions. It’s
really nice to have someone who says, “You
could be a great performer, you have the
potential, and I want to help you get there.”
She is also building her resume and bank
account by working two jobs, interning in
the JCC Arts Department and performing in
the CenterStage production of My Mother’s
Lesbian Jewish Wiccan Wedding in December.
We don’t expect her to stay in Rochester for
long though. “Broadway is the capital
T–H–E goal,” states Corinne.
For more information about My Mother’s
Lesbian Jewish Wiccan Wedding and how to buy
tickets for this show, please turn to page 16.
Photographs and story by Maria Sikic, Casey
Staff and Rob Shook.
jccrochester.org
During her acting lesson
with Ralph Meranto at the
JCC, Corinne rehearses a
monologue.
Corinne perfects
a song during a
voice lesson with
Derrick Smith at
Nazareth College.
Corinne is measured for costumes at the
first rehearsal of My Mother’s Lesbian
Jewish Wiccan Wedding at the JCC.
At their first rehearsal, Corinne reviews
the script of My Mother’s Lesbian Jewish
Wiccan Wedding with the rest of the cast.
The cast of My Mother’s
Lesbian Jewish Wiccan
Wedding introduce
themselves to one another
at the first rehearsal.
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Youth Group Fitness Schedule
YOUTH FITNESS
January 3–February 18
For more information contact Shara Chisholm, Youth Activities Director at
ext. 291 or email sredmond@jccrochester.org
Monday
4pm Four Square
45 min Sport Lounge Kirk
4:45pm Medicine Ball Circuit Training 45 min Sport Lounge Mike
5:30pm Archery Tournament (Wii)
45 min Sport Lounge Kirk
Tuesday
4pm Hockey Sport Wall
45 min In Zone Kirk
4:45pm Nerf Dart Tag
45 min In Zone
Gabe
5:30pm Wii Fit Snow Boarding (Wii) 45 min Sport Lounge Gabe
6pm
Table Tennis *
60 min Gym
Iosif
Wednesday
4pm Kids Zumba *
4:45pm Kids Yoga *
5:30pm Four Square
45 min Sport Lounge Diana
45 min Sport Lounge Sarah
45 min In Zone
TBD
Thursday
4pm Kids 10K *
45 min In Zone TBD
4:45pm Sword Play Tournament (Wii) 45 min Sport Lounge Gabe
5:30pm Wii Fit Snow Boarding (Wii) 45 min Sport Lounge TBD
* These classes require a fee and registration at the Main Desk.
In Zone Hours
Monday–Thursday3–8pm
Friday3–5:30pm
Saturday12–4pm
Sunday10am–4pm
In Zone: “Saturday Night Live:
Water World Series”
Saturday, January 15
6–8:30pm
Kids 6–14 (Members and Non Members welcome)!
Come dressed in your bathing suit–this baseball game is in the pool! After
the game make your own sundae in your take home mini baseball helmet,
or go virtual water skiing on the Wii in the In Zone! Kids must be able to
swim to participate in the game; however the Kiddie pool will be open for
those who choose to play in the “Dugout.”
Register at the Main Desk or visit jccrochester.org
Member: $15 Non Member: $20
*For day of registration, please add $5
Kids 10K Run Training Program (ages 6–14)
January 6–February 24
Thursdays, 4–4:45pm
Meet in the In Zone—the class takes place on the track.
This training will increase endurance and stamina and show children how
much fun running can be. Children will tally up their miles each week
until their distance is reached!
Free to JCC Family Members Non Member: $25
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Indoor Co–Ed Floor
Hockey Leagues
Sundays, December 19–April 10
(no games 12/26, 1/2, 3/13, 4/3)
Grades 3–6, 3:45–5:15pm
Grades 6–9, 2:20–3:35pm
Grades 9–12, 1–2:15pm
Location: JCC
Safety first and always, in this fast paced sport.
All leagues include pre–season clinic, skill
evaluation and practice games. Participants
receive team shirt, photo, season and play–off
games with awards ceremony. Sticks and pucks
provided. Eye guards with lenses are mandatory
(not provided). Instructor: Dave Rogachefsky
For more information contact Brian Dengler
at ext. 248 or email bdengler@jccrochester.org.
Register on line at jccrochester.org or at the
Main Desk.
Member: $40 Non Member: $65
27th Annual 2on2 New
Year’s Day Floor Hockey
Tournament
New Year’s Day, 6:15–8:15pm (Time
adjustment based on registrants)
This is a fun tournament covering 6 age
divisions up to and including grade 12.
Entry deadline is December 28. Registration
after December 27, will be taken on a space
available basis.
For more information contact Dave
Rogachefsky at 461–2000 ext. 805
Register on line at jccrochester.org or at the
Main Desk.
Members only $12 per team
Sunday Bantam
Basketball Program
Sundays, January 9–March 27, 10 weeks (2
Sundays off TBD)
Beginner to advanced basketball for grades
K–6 with fun and sportsmanship. K–2 begins
with skills development and rules. Grades 3–4
progresses with more skills and drills and game
time. Grades 5–6 continues to develop skills
and focus on game time. A great way for kids to
learn the game of basketball.
Register on line at jccrochester.org or at the
Main Desk beginning December 1. Contact
Brian “Elvis” Dengler for more information.
Member: $70 Non Member: $120
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BodyPump 76 and BodyAttack 71
Release Party
Sunday, January 16, 10am, Gymnasium
Join ALL your favorite BodyPump and BodyAttack instructors.
Experience the ultimate in strength and cardio training!
For more information contact Becky Devlin at ext. 271 or email
bdevlin@jccrochester.org
Register online at jccrochester.org or at the Main Desk
FREE to JCC Members and Guests
Pilates Reformers … AND NEW FOR
2011 PILATES CHAIRS
Saturday Super Endurance Spin
with Mark
Saturdays, November 6–February 26, 3–5pm, Spinning Studio
A challenging 2 hour class for the spinning and fitness
enthusiast, road/mountain cyclist, triathlete and runner. An 18
week class that keeps your fitness level from dropping in the
winter months. Every class will have a different type of workout
to promote optimal strength and endurance.
FREE to JCC Members
Come early space is limited!
*if you prefer the 60 minute format join Brenda from 1–2pm.
Our Heroes
Going Above and Beyond…
Thursdays, 11:15am–12:15pm, Dance Studio
Saturdays, 12:30–1:30pm, Dance Studio
This newest workout is an exhilarating dance experience that
enhances coordination and tones your body. Free your self–
expression with the wildest barefoot dance workout of your life!
FREE to JCC Members
Private Handball / Racquetball Lessons
Instruction for beginners and intermediate level players.
Lessons will focus on fundamentals of handball. All equipment
provided. For more information please contact Brian Dengler at
bdengler@jccrochester.org
Adult Table Tennis
Tuesdays, January 4–March 29, 7–9pm
Learn the rules, fundamentals and strategies of this fast–
paced game. Develop serve, backhand, forehand and volley
techniques. Please bring your own paddle.
Instructor: Iosif Moscovici
Member: $60 per session Non Member: $70 per session
Adult Karate
Wednesdays, January 5–March 30, 7–9pm
Location: Room 11
Train your mind and body with a non–contact and non–violent
workout. Learn effective self–defense and sparring. Learn
to stay calm, relaxed, focused, and be more disciplined to
overcome any challenges in life.
Instructor: Seth Silver
Member: $125 per session Non Member: $150 per session
CPR, First Aid and AED Classes
For details please call the Fitness, Wellness and Recreation
Department at ext.268.
Left to right Eke Aiono, Don Sheehan,
Steve Cohn and James Gleason
On Thursday September 2, 2010, Eke Aiono, Steve Cohn and James Gleason saved
the life of Don Sheehan. Don, along with his wife Carol, have exercised in the JCC
Fitness areas for the past 36 years. Eke is also Don’s personal trainer. However on
this evening, Don’s life came to a literal stop on the track. While running on the track,
Don collapsed from a heart attack.
Eke, who was teaching a class in the gym, immediately responded. JCC members Steve and James, who were participating in
Eke’s class, also went to help Eke administer CPR to Don. When Don did not respond, the three calmly used their training and
shocked Don back to life with the AED. This whole process continued for about 15 minutes, with the help of many other staff.
The JCC would like to say, “thank you” to all the staff, who were present that evening. The JCC would especially like to
acknowledge the efforts of Eke for again demonstrating how he puts members first. We would also like to thank Steve and James,
who stepped up without concern for themselves, when another person needed help.
“We are so appreciative that Eke, Steve and Jim responded within two minutes with highly skilled care that saved my
life. Thank goodness for the JCC!” … Don and Carol Sheehan
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FITNESS
(Sessions will include training on Reformer and Chairs)
Small group classes (limit 4 per class)
Member: $200 Non Member: $280
Private sessions packages
1 session–Member: $50
Non Member: $60
3 sessions–Member: $144 Non Member: $160
5 sessions–Member: $225 Non Member: $250
Semi–private (2 person) sessions
(participants are responsible for finding a partner prior to
booking session)
Non Member: $45
1 session–Member: $35
3 sessions–Member: $96 Non Member: $126
5 sessions–Member: $150 Non Member: $200
For more information contact Becky Devlin ext. 271 or email
bdevlin@jccrochester.org.Visit jccrochester.org for the current
and upcoming January schedule.
SoulSweat
WELLNESS PROGRAMS
FITNESS
Heart Fitness Program
The Heart Fitness program is designed for individuals who have
completed Phase 1 and Phase 2 of a Cardiac Program. The Heart
Fitness Program suits all ages and is geared for people who would
like some individual attention while exercising. Your blood
pressure will be monitored before and after exercise. Your heart
rate will be monitored before, during and after exercise.
Some benefits of the program include:
•Private exercise studio
•Pre–fitness and wellness evaluation
•Ongoing fitness evaluation and testing
•Controlled atmosphere for exercise
•Safe and fun atmosphere
•A Healthy Heart
For more information, please contact Carm Heidt at ext. 817 or
email cheidt@jccrochester.org
Joints in Motion
(Arthritis Exercise Program)
This is a low to moderate, gradually progressive exercise
program taught by a certified Arthritis Instructor, in the
comfort of our indoor pool. Anyone suffering from range of
motion or flexibility problems should try this great class. No
swimming ability is needed.
For more information, contact Starr Greenwood at ext. 267 or
email sgreenwood@jccrochester.org
Stretching the Limits
(Parkinson’s Exercise Program)
A group exercise class for individuals with varying stages of
Parkinson’s disease. This 16 session training segment will help
to improve flexibility of the lower back and hip flexors, posture,
increase body awareness, build strength and flexibility to get
up from a chair or the floor. Functional exercises are included
to help improve balance and doing simple tasks. Subsidies are
available if needed.
For more information, contact Shara Redmond at ext. 291 or
email sredmond@jccrochester.org
Stepping Out
(Alzheimer’s Exercise Program)
Stepping out is a program of the Alzheimer’s Association in
Partnership with the JCC. The program provides people in the
early to mid stages of dementia and a family member or friend
the opportunity to exercise with others in a safe and nurturing
environment. Stepping Out focuses on strength, cardiovascular
and flexibility training to try and minimize problems arising
from declining physical and mental health of the participant.
For more information, contact Kathy Mulvehill at ext. 831 or
email kmm59@rochester.rr.com
Other Wellness Services at the JCC …
Outpatient Rehabilitation
Jewish Senior Life announces an additional Outpatient
Rehabilitation Center at the JCC. For more information about
physical or aquatic therapy call 585–784–6539.
Chiropractor
For more information, contact Pamela Bell at
461–2000 ext. 282
Accupuncturist
For more information, contact Jessika Conde at
461–2000 ext. 830
Nutritionist
For more information, contact Miriam Steinberg at
461–2000 ext. 857
Upcoming Wellness Exercise
Programs …
Diabetes and Breast Cancer Survivor Exercise Programs
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CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Swim Schedule Winter 2011
Member Registration Begins December 19
Non Member Registration Begins January 2
Sunday: January 9–April 3
(No class 2/20)
Classes are 12 weeks
Member: $96 Non Member: $144
Tuesday: January 11–April 5
(No class 2/22)
Classes are 12 weeks
Member: $96 Non Member: $144
Wednesday: January 12–April 6
(No class 2/23)
Classes are 12 weeks
Member: $96 Non Member: $144
Thursday: January 13–April 7
(No class 2/24)
Classes are 12 weeks
Member: $96 Non Member: $144
Tiny Tots and Parents
Age: 10 months–2 years
Become comfortable in the water
through water games, blowing bubbles,
kicking and beginner floating.
Minimum 4, maximum 12
Sunday, 10–10:30am
Advance Tiny Tots and Parents
Age: 3–4 years
For the older baby or pre–schooler and
parent. Become comfortable in the water,
beginning kicking, floating, blowing
bubbles, arm stroke and safety.
Minimum 4, maximum 12
Sunday, 10:30–11am
Level 1
Ages 4–5 years
Water and class adaptation, kicking,
floating, jumping in, and putting the face
in the water. Child must be at least 4
Minimum 3, maximum 4
Sunday, 11–11:30am
Tuesday, 5–5:30pm
Wednesday, 5–5:30pm
Thursday, 4:30–5pm
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Level 2
Age 4–7 years
For the child who is comfortable in
the water, but need to work on basic
swimming skills. Students will be
introduced to the front and back crawl,
floating safety and rescue skills.
Minimum 3, maximum 4
Sunday, 11–11:30am
Sunday, 11:30–Noon
Tuesday, 4:30–5pm
Tuesday, 5–5:30pm
Wednesday, 5–5:30pm
Thursday, 5–5:30pm
Level 3
Age 6+ years
Pre–requisite: Level 2
Students will be taught elementary
backstroke, rotary breathing, front and
back crawl, development, safety, survival
and rescue skills.
Minimum 3, maximum 5
Sunday, 11:30–Noon
Sunday, 1–1:30pm
Tuesday, 4–4:30pm
Wednesday, 4–4:30pm
Wednesday, 4:30–5pm
Thursday, 4–4:40pm
Level 4
Age 6+ years
Pre–requisite: Level 3
For the child with good front and back
crawl for 10 yards. Course will review
already learned stroke, introduce
sidestroke and breast stroke kick, safety
and rescue skills.
Minimum 4, maximum 6
Sunday, 11:30–Noon
Sunday, 1–1:30pm
Tuesday, 4:30–5pm
Wednesday, 4–4:30pm
Thursday, 4–4:30pm
Thursday, 5–5:30pm
Level 5
Age 7+ years
Pre–requisite: Level 4
Coordinate and refine the key strokes,
Butterfly, open turns, and feet first dives
are introduced.
Minimum 4, maximum 6
Sunday, 1:30–2pm
Tuesday, 4–4:30pm
Wednesday, 4:30–5pm
Thursday, 4:30–5pm
Level 6
Age 7+ years
Pre–requisite: Level 5
Continue to work on stroke efficiency
while learning basic rescue skills.
Minimum 4, maximum 8
Sunday, 1:30–2:15pm
Thursday, 4–4:45pm
Guard Start
Ages 11–14 years
Pre–requisite: Level 6 swimming ability
Build decision making skills, aquatics
knowledge, personal fitness and
preparedness for the full Lifeguard
training course. Full color workbook and
Jr. Lifeguard shirt included in class fee.
Minimum 4, maximum 8
Sundays, January 9–April 3
(No class 2/20)
Classes are 12 weeks
Sunday, 1–1:45pm
Member: $110 Non Member: $160
Please contact Starr Greenwood at ext. 267
or email sgreenwood@jccrochester.org for
swim class placement.
Register at the Main Desk or by calling
Hanna Bergwall at ext. 289.
Please understand that due to instructor/
student ratios we cannot offer makeup
lessons for missed classes. If the aquatics
department cancels classes for any reason,
a makeup date will be added to the end of
the session.
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CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Seussical
Mark Your Calendars for
Sunday Family Time
All events begin at 2pm and are in the Dance Studio
December 12 Yoga–for families with children of all ages.
December 19 SoulSweat (tm)–an exhilarating fitness
experience for the whole family!
January 9
Kickboxing–for families with school age
children and older.
January 23
Zumba–feel the music and the beat and get
moving as a family! All ages welcome.
January 30
Bootcamp–for families with school age children
and older.
February 6
Yoga–for families with children of all ages.
February 13 SoulSweat (tm)–an exhilarating fitness
experience for the whole family!
FREE to JCC Members
Call Michele Leve at 461–2000 ext. 232 for more information.
Sunday Family Time is made possible through the generosity of
the Harry and Regina Cornell Fund.
Ongoing Sunday Family Activities
Children’s Play Gym: 10am–4pm
Open Pool Time: 2:30–5pm
In Zone (ages 6–14): 10am–4pm
*FREE Sitter Service 9am–4pm call ext. 507 for a reservation.
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January 15, 16, 21, 22, 23
Based on the works of children’s
author Dr. Seuss, this delightful
musical brings together many of
Dr. Seuss’ best loved stories in
one magical adventure. Colorful
characters such as ‘The Cat In The Hat,’ ‘Horton the Elephant,’
‘Gertrude McFuzz’ and ‘The Whos’ are lovingly brought to life
through the beautiful music and lyrics
of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
(Ragtime and Once On This Island), co–
conceived by Eric Idle (Monty Python).
Show tickets are $16 each.
Fancy
Nancy,
Duck for
President
and Other
Story
Books
February 11,
12, 13
An all–new
musical revue
featuring
mini–musicals based on
best–selling children’s books.
Show tickets are $14 each.
For tickets call 461-2000 ext. 235 or go to tykestheatre.org
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The Night that Hanukkah was Almost Cancelled
A Musical Adventure for Kids by Sarah Peters
Thursday, December 2, at 7pm
Friday, December 3, at 11am and 2pm
Join us for the world premiere of an original musical adventure
about a family, a terrible snow storm and the night Hanukkah
was almost cancelled. Enjoy free latkes after the show!
Tickets: $10
For ticket information call 585–461–2000 ext. 235 or visit
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CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Start A New Family Tradition
Special Holiday Hours
Saturday, December 25........................ 12–5pm
Saturday, January 1............................... 12–5pm
NEW!
PLAYGYM
FREE to JCC Family Members
For ages 2–10
Children ages 2–4 must be accompanied by a parent / guardian,
or sibling in the 7th grade or above who shall remain with the
child in the PlayGym area and on the structure at all times.
Children ages 5–10 must be signed in and out by an adult
remaining in the JCC.
Hours of Operation
Sunday.................................................... 10am–4pm
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday............ 11am–2pm and 4–8pm
Wednesday............................................ 11am–2pm and 5–8pm
Friday..................................................... 11am–2pm
Saturday................................................. 12pm–4pm
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Bar and Bat Mitzvah Parties
The JCC is a great place to host your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah
celebration. We will create a unique event that your family will
remember forever! Activities include swimming, roller skating,
Dance, Dance Revolution and much more. Contact Amy Exton
at 461–2000, ext. 268 or aexton@jccrochester.org.
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CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Vacation Camps
December 24, 27–31
Six days of Fun Vacation
Trips and special programs each day, including Laser Quest,
Adventure Landing, Bowling and a New Years Eve Pajama Party!
Winter Luau
January 17
When you’re tired of the snow and cold, spend a day with us in
the sand and sun! Dance the hula, make your own grass skirt,
participate in limbo contests and tacky tourist relays. Make sure
to bring your towel and sunglasses!
Time Warp Vacation Camp
February 21: Old Fashioned Black and White Day
February 22: Turn of the Century trip to the George Eastman
House
February 23: Sixties Tie Dye Day
February 24: Seventies Roller Disco Day
February 25: Future Day: “Meet the Robinsons” screening in
the Hart Theater
Vacation Camp Information
Vacation Camp Hours: 9am–4pm
Member: $50 Non Member: $60
Extended Care available: 7am–6pm ($9 additional)
Lunch and snack are provided.
$5 sibling discount when attending the same day.
Advanced registration is required.
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Camp Sisol 2011 Early Bird Enrollment:
BIG SAVINGS!
January 10–February 14 ONLY!
Summer camp helps kids develop independence alongside their
friends through adventure and fun. Trust your kids to Camp
Sisol, the greatest day camp in the Rochester area! Choose the
camp that’s been making kids smile for over 75 years!
Now, with our limited–time Early Bird enrollment, you can pay
2010 prices for camp 2011! Refer your friends and save even
more! We would like to answer your camp questions before you
register, so join us for one of the following Info–Sessions:
Camp Sisol Info Sessions at the JCC:
Thursday, January 13, 7pm
Tuesday, January 25, 12:15pm
Wednesday, February 9, 7pm
Refer–a–friend and get $20 off your camp tuition for each week
they attend! Friends you refer must be campers who did not
attend Camp Sisol in 2010.
Check the website for additional Info Session dates to be held at
other locations!
Early Bird Registration forms are available from the Main Desk,
the Camp Sisol office or online at www.campsisol.org.
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To reserve the new HUGE
Bounce House for your
child’s next birthday
party, call Amy Exton at
461-2000 ext. 268 or email
aexton@jccrochester.org
The JCC’s Fall Family Fun Fest was a huge hit!
Thank you to Recognition Experts for donating the T shirts for this event!
Zumbathon
Markus Society
Appreciation
Jeremy and Melanie Wolk and
Marvin and Mari Wolk
Bruce Newman, Lorraine
and Daan Braveman
Hosts Larry and Jane Glazer
The Markus Society couldn’t have asked for better weather. More than 100
Markus Society annual donors gathered together at the home of Larry and Jane
Glazer in October for an evening of fine friends, food and appreciation. Markus
Society Mojitos and JCC Cosmos were served on the Glazer’s beautiful patio
and a nice time was had by all. For more information about joining the Markus
Society, please call Tammy Cohen at 461–2000 ext. 210.
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Marcia Shapiro and Norma and Jack Erdle
Onondoga Bridge
Dedication
The Kozels, Franks, Funds,
and Kramers at the O–Bridge
Dedication
OnStage in memory of
Irving Germanow
Annual Senior Picnic
Phyllis Kasdin
celebrates her 20th and
final season of OnStage.
This celebratory
season was dedicated
in memory of Irving
Germanow, a life–long
supporter of the Arts at
the Jewish Community
Center, who passed
away earlier in the
year.
On a beautiful weekend in June the
extended families of Ilene Kozel and Candy
Kramer came together to enjoy their annual
weekend at Camp Seneca Lake and celebrate their
families’ connections to this very special place. The
entire Weekend Getaway community joined them
at a beautiful dedication of the Onondaga Bridge
in memory of Ilene Kozel’s parents, Ann Lib and
Bernard Kozel, by the Kozel–Kramer–Fund–Frank
Family.
“Bernie and Ann Lib left a legacy of extraordinary
leadership,” says Leslie Berkowitz, “inspiring ideas and
a never ending desire to support projects that made a
difference in our community and they did this with
wisdom, generosity, and grace. Their commitment to
the JCC and the community spanned over 60 years
and inspired their children, grandchildren and so
many others to follow in their path.
Ilene Kozel summed it up best. “The JCC has always
been there for us, and now it is our turn to be there
for the JCC and CSL. I especially want to thank our
children for participating in this gift with us. We are
two very proud and thankful Jewish mommies. And
I particularly want to thank Adam for bringing our
vision for a sign to life. My hope is that our children
will continue to ‘pay it forward’, dor l’dor, generation
to generation, so that others can experience CSL as
so many of us have.”
Camp Seneca Lake is a family affair
Adam, Celina (holding Caden) and, Tanner Frank
stand with the plaque designed by Adam Frank
of Adam Frank Woodworks to pay tribute to Ann
Lib and Bernard Kozel and honor their legacy of
support for the JCC and for Camp Seneca Lake.
Adam is a member of the 3rd
generation of the Kozel, Frank,
Fund, Kramer Family to attend
CSL, which made Tanner
and Caden fourth generation
campers at this year’s Weekend
Getaway at CSL!
On October 14, a special dedication of
the Interactive Zone’s “Virtual Gym”
made possible by a generous gift from
Dawn and Jacques Lipson, M.D., was
held at the JCC.
For information on next
summer’s Weekend Getaway,
please contact Aaron Cantor,
CSL’s Associate Director at
acantor@jccrochester.org or call
585–461–2000 ext. 263.
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YIDDISH CLASSES
CULTURAL ARTS
Beginning Yiddish
The JCC’s own Feinbloom Library may be tucked away in a
corner, but inside there is a large collection of Jewish literature
and materials you may not have seen before. As the days get
darker, the reading time inside gets brighter and there is no
better time to stop by the library and pick up something great.
One of our newest acquisitions is Rosetta Stone for Hebrew
Language, Level One and Two. This software is an easy way to
learn a second language on your own. Are you going to Israel
in the near future? Need to pick up some quick conversational
Hebrew? Stop by the library today and get ready to turn your
computer into your personal language lab. Minimum system
requirements include Windows 2000 or XP, Mac OS 10.3.
The library’s collection of children’s and young adult fiction is
something to talk about. Featuring classics such as Number
the Stars (Newbery Medal winner), Are You There God?
It’s Me, Margaret, All–of–a–Kind Family and Joseph Had a
Little Overcoat (Caldecott Medal winner), the collection has
something for readers of all ages and interests. Next time your
child is looking for something new to read, stop over after your
activities and browse our shelves!
Looking for a classic or something contemporary? Browse the
library’s collection of popular and Judaic fiction and nonfiction.
Popular authors include Phillip Roth, Isaac Bashevis Singer and
Chaim Potok, just to name a few. If you crave nonfiction, the
library has you covered too, with titles spanning many topics,
from the bible to biographies and everywhere in between.
Whether it’s short, long, detailed, brief, loud, quiet, or a mix of
everything, the Feinbloom Library has it all. Take some time to
visit our little literary corner and discover for yourself.
Tuesday 10am–2:30pm
Wednesday 12–2:30pm
Thursday 10am–12:30pm
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Tuesdays, January 11–March 22
11am–12:30pm
An introduction to the language, literature and culture. No
experience necessary. At the conclusion of the session one will
be able to carry on a conversation in Yiddish and translate short
stories.
Instructor: Deborah Rothman
Member: $75 Non Member: $85
Intermediate Yiddish
Wednesdays, January 11–March 23
10:30am–12:30pm
A continuation of Yiddish explored in previous sessions.
Member: $90 Non Member: $100
Advanced Yiddish
Wednesdays, January 11–March 23
1:30pm–3:30pm
A continuation of Yiddish explored in previous sessions.
Member: $90 Non Member: $100
An informal Yiddish conversation group meets monthly in the
beautiful Yiddish Culture Center to reminisce, discuss topics of
current interest, and enjoy a “glezzalah tay” together. Everyone
is invited to drop in.
Call Phyllis Kasdin at ext. 239 for more information.
Comedy Improv Workshop
Sunday, December 12, 2–4pm
Sunday, January 9, 2–4pm
Relaxed and fun drop–in comedy improv workshops for
beginners and experts
Instructor: Carol Roberts
Member: $10 Non Member: $12
To register: call 461–2000, ext 235 or arrive early and register at
the Main Desk.
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JCC Parenting Programs
GREAT TIPS FOR YOU … For Today, Tomorrow and For Your
Family’s Future
A parenting series that will give you information to help you
gain new skills and put those skills into practice.
Talking to Your Children About Drugs
Om and Shalom
A Yoga Class for Women
Wednesday, December 15, 11:45am
Yoga Studio
Yoga will be brought together with a series of thoughts on how
to make the Jewish holidays come alive for your family. This
class is suitable for all levels and is co–sponsored by the JCC
and the Pittsford Jewish Women’s Circle.
Instructors: Becky Devlin and Rishi Hein
Please register by December 9
Fee: $15 (includes light lunch)
Food For Thought
Nutrition at School and at Home
Wednesday, February 9, 12pm, Conference Room Learn what we can do as a community about improving
the quality of food in our schools and what you can do to
encourage proper nutrition at home. Advice on guiding your
children to make healthy choices when eating in a restaurant
will also be shared.
Panel: Dr. Margot Weinberg, trained in General Pediatrics
and Integrative Medicine; Jackie Ebner and Jennifer Hess,
parent advocates, Pittsford Schools; Adrienne Markus, parent
advocate, Brighton Schools. Please register by February 3.
(For registration information, please turn to the next page).
SAT®/PSAT Prep by Sylvan
Learning Center
Tuesdays and Thursdays: January 8–March 10 6–8pm
Practice Tests: 1/8, 2/5, 3/6.....................12–4pm
(no class 2/22, 2/24, 3/7)
Sunday: January 30–May 11...............2–5pm
Practice Tests: 1/30, 3/12, 4/1.................12–4pm
(no class 2/20, 3/20, 4/23, 4/30)
Sylvan Prep teachers provide personal attention in a semi–
private format to help each student score up to his/her
potential. We’ll show each student how to develop a unique
plan of attack to maximize their score while utilizing proven
strategies and techniques. Students receive 30–hours of direct
instruction to improve their skills in math, reading, and writing
plus 3 full–length computer analyzed practice tests and our
specially designed course books
Member: $575 Non–Member: $695
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ADULT PROGRAMS
Wednesday, January 12, 12pm, Conference Room
We know that drugs and alcohol are harmful to the growing
body and brain. Parents, schools and the community need to
work together to help children make proper choices. Come learn
methods to “drug proof ” your kids regardless of their age. Advice
on what to do if your child is experimenting will be shared as well.
Presenter: Ann Bayer, Pittsford Schools Prevention Coordinator
Please register by January 6
Fee: $12 (includes lunch)
ADULT PROGRAMS
FREE SitterService is available for JCC members. Call 461–2000
ext. 507 to make a reservation.
Fee: $12 (includes lunch)
Register for Parenting Programs by calling 585–461–2000 or
register under Parenting online at jccrochester.org
Questions, call Michele Leve at 461–2000 ext. 232 or email
mrleve@jccrochester.org
The JCC Parenting Program is made possible through the
generosity of the Regina and Harry Cornell Fund.
Join JPro
JPro is a new group forming at the JCC. The group is made up
of Jewish professionals (25–50ish) who are looking to connect
for networking purposes and to promote business within
the Jewish community. Networking programs will be held
throughout the year. For more information call Michele Leve at
461–2000 or email at mrleve@jccrochester.org
Interfaith Connection
Are you looking for a way to make connections with other
interfaith couples? Would you be interested in participating in
a group which is welcoming, supportive and non–judgmental?
The Interfaith Connection serves couples with one Jewish
partner who are in a committed relationship, engaged or
married with and without children. The group meets to discuss
issues that are relevant to interfaith families and to learn
about and celebrate Jewish holidays. A new group is currently
forming. For more information, advice, or referrals contact
Michele Leve, CSW at 461–2000 ext. 232 or at
mrleve@jccrochester.org. Phone conferences and personal
appointments are available.
Membership: $36 per year
The Interfaith Connection is funded by a grant from the Regina &
Harry Cornell Fund.
JCC Craft Show and Sale
November 29–December 3, 9–4pm
Choose from gifts of hand crafted jewelry, a cozy blanket or
pick yourself up a new bag! 10% of all proceeds benefit the
JCC Adult Department.
Call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more information.
February Luncheon
Thursday, February 10
Senior Adult Lounge
Soup and sandwich to be served with a delicious dessert to
satisfy the palette!
Member: $7 Non Member: $8
Beginning Mahjongg
Wednesdays, December 1–15, 2–3pm
This three week course is designed for beginners. The focus will
be on familiarity with the tiles, the card, rules of the game and
beginning play. Bring your set if you have one. Don’t have a
card? We’ll order one for you. Register at the Main Desk.
Call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more information.
Member with own Mahj card: $9
Members without Mahj card: $17
Hanukkah Party
Thursday, December 2, 12pm
It’s time again to light the menorah and enjoy latkes together!
Local entertainer Jimmy C. will join us for live entertainment.
Register at the Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more
information.
Member: $6 Non Member: $8
Adult Fine Art Show and Sale
December 2–December 23
View works produced in a variety of mediums by the students
of the JCC’s painting class. This year’s show will also feature a
special exhibit of prominent Israeli artists including Baruch
Nachshon, Zamy Steynovitz, Sandu Liberman and Yona Mach.
Local artist Natalie Schwartz (illustrator of the Hadassah
Cookbook) will display pieces from her private studio.
Call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more information.
Unrequited Love in Three Acts:
The Tales of Hoffman on DVD
Starring Placido Domingo
Sunday, December 5, 2pm
Join Jay Golden for this engaging afternoon of music and
commentary. The tales of Hoffman are quite the opposite of
the comedic operettas that made composer, Jacques Offenbach
famous; it is the telling of three tragic love stories.
Register at the Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more
information.
Free and open to the public
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Tuesday, December 7 and Wednesday, December 8
9am–1pm
Tuesday, January 4 and Wednesday, January 5, 9am–1pm
Tuesday, February 8 and Wednesday, February 9, 9am–1pm
Earn discounts on your auto insurance with this NYS approved
Driving Safety course. Payments MUST be made out by check
to: AARP on the first day of class.
Register at the Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more
information.
AARP Member: $12 Non Member of AARP: $14
To Your Health Seminar
Thursday, December 9, 12:30pm
Do you have Arthritis or Diabetes? Are you having back pain?
Learn what helps and how we can help. Mary Letourneau
RN of Lynncore Medgroup Inc., a MEDICARE B Provider
will offer information on diabetic shoes, lower back supports,
wheelchairs, walkers.
Register at the Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more
information.
Free and open to the public
Social Media and Online
Marketing Workshop
ADULT PROGRAMS
AARP Driver Safety Program
employees and jobs online. This three evening workshop will
cover social media marketing, search engine optimization,
blogging, direct marketing, online branding and PR.
Facilitator Nati Katz is a PR practitioner with expertise in online
marketing. He currently manages PR accounts for Hazorfim,
Logtel, SmallBiz Outsourcing and local organizations.
Register at the Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more
information.
Member: $225 Non Member: $245
The Mahjongg Party
Wednesday, January 5, 12pm
Bring your best game to interact with and meet other players,
and get on a mailing list for JCC Mahjongg news! Optional
lunch is half turkey sandwich, cup of soup and chips.
Complimentary beverages and snacks will be served.
Register at the Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more
information.
Member Party Only: $2 Member Party w/Lunch Option: $4
Mocktail Party
Thursday, January 13
Join us for “mock cocktails” and hors d’oeuvres as we dance our
way into 2011!
Member: $7 Non Member: $8
Tuesdays, January 4–18, 6:30–9:30pm
Become social media savvy, get step by step social media
management tools, learn to run effective online campaigns,
how to promote your website and business. Find customers,
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Register at the Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more
information.
Member: $56 Non Member: $66
Materials fee: $17–Audrey Grant–Bidding in the 21st Century
Documentary Tuesdays
ADULT PROGRAMS
Tuesday, January 18, 1pm
Tuesday, February 15, 1pm
Join us for a riveting documentary each month at the JCC.
Register at the Main Desk or by calling 461–2000, ext. 214.
Space is limited and pre–registration is required at the Main
Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more information.
Free to Members
Four Seasons Lodge
January 18
Fascinated by the group of aging Holocaust survivors who spend
their summers together at the Four Seasons Lodge in the Catskill
Mountains, filmmaker Andrew Jacobs documents their collective
memories, close friendships, and rich traditions at a time when
their favorite retreat hovers in an uncertain state of flux.
Yoo–Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg
Dr. John Valvo on
Men’s Health
Monday, January 10, 12pm
John Valvo MD, Division Head
of Urology at Rochester General
Hospital, will discuss how men
can best care for themselves, and
what their spouses can do. Topics
will range from low testosterone
to prostate cancer. Join us for
this informative and interactive
discussion with one of Rochester’s
leading experts.
Registration at the Main Desk is requested, or call 461–2000,
ext. 214 for more information. Free and open to the public
Bridge: Beginning–How to
Bid with Mary Lyke
Fridays, January 14–March 11, 9:15–11:15am
This course is designed for the beginning bridge player or the
player returning to bridge who needs to review the bidding and
play and wants to learn the newest bids and techniques. This is
the first in a series of American Contract Bridge League courses
designed by Audrey Grant and taught in a fun, easy–to–learn
way by a trained teacher. Instruction followed by play of the
hand. Please make note at registration if you already have
required text.
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February 15
Gertrude Berg, one of the most prominent women in American
broadcast media and popular culture, was the creator, writer,
producer, and star of The Goldbergs. Director Aviva Kempner’s
documentary gives a detailed look at the life of Berg, who died
in1966, virtually forgotten by the industry that she helped build.
Interviewees including Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, producer/
writer Norman Lear, actor Edward Asner, and writer/producer
Gary David Goldberg, share their thoughts on why Berg was an
exceptional woman.
Figure Drawing with Natalie Schwartz
Tuesdays, January 11–January 25, 1–3pm
Bring your sense of adventure and explore the pleasure of
drawing from the live model. Applying various techniques
in black and white, students will rapidly advance from quick
gesture drawings to longer poses, creating form with shadow.
Local Artist, Natalie Schwartz received her MFA at the Rochester
Institute of Technology and has instructed at the Memorial
Art Gallery, Brighton High School and the Adult Continuing
Education programs. Some materials provided. Register at the
Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more information.
Member: $75 Non Member: $85
Q and A with Dr. Kenya McIntosh
Tuesday, January 18, 4pm
Tuesday, February 8, 4pm
Dr. McIntosh will address medical issues pertaining to the areas
of general and internal medicine as well as obstetric, pediatric and
geriatric concerns. Space is limited and pre–registration is required
at the Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for more information.
Free to Members
Dr. McIntosh received her undergraduate training at Clark Atlanta
University and attended medical school at the University of
Rochester. She then joined the Family Medicine Residency Program
at the University of Rochester/Highland Hospital and recently
completed coursework for a Master of Public Health degree.
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The Best of International Dining
ADULT PROGRAMS
Saturday, January 22, 6pm
Grinnell’s
1696 Monroe Avenue
Rochester, NY 14618
585–244–3710
Join us at Grinnell’s for the finest in American cuisine.
Grinnell’s was voted the JCC’s International Diners favorite
restaurant in 2010!
Register now at the Main Desk for your reservation or call
461–2000, ext. 214 for more information.
The Fixer: Movie and Commentary
Wednesday, January 26, 7pm
The Fixer (1968) starring Alan Bates, is a tale set in tsarist
Russia, based on a true story of a Russian Jewish peasant Yakov
Bog who was wrongly imprisoned for a “ritual murder” of a
Gentile child in Kiev. Commentary with Ruby Glicksman,
MSW will follow the DVD film presentation. Space is limited
and registration is required at the Main Desk or call 461–2000,
ext. 214 for more information.
Free to Members
Love in Late Life
Monday, February 14, 7pm
Come learn what you can do to keep sexually healthy and
happy as you age. Meet with other older adults who are
interested in knowing what love is like at 64 and beyond.
Cindy Steltz is manager of Lifespan Community Education.
She has worked with older adults and caregivers for 25 years.
She coordinates the Lifespan/St. John Fisher College Certificate
Program in Gerontology.
Register now at the Main Desk or call 461–2000, ext. 214 for
more information.
Member: $4 Non Member: $6
Love Bites with Chef
David Festenstein
Wednesday, February 16, 4–7pm
Learn heart health ways to prepare your favorite gourmet
dishes. Watch Chef David prepare pan seared Salmon topped
with horseradish and herbs over vegetarian cassoulet. Enjoy a
delicious dinner, with chocolate mousse and chocolate dipped
strawberries for dessert!
Chef Festenstein is the Executive Chef at Cherry Ridge a St. Ann’s
Community.
Member: $14 Non Member: $18
The Best of International Dining
Saturday, February 26, 6pm
Phillips European Café
26 Corporate Woods
Rochester, NY 14623
585–244–3710
Join us at Phillips European for the finest in American cuisine.
Phillips was voted the Second Place winner in the JCC’s
International Diners favorite picks for restaurants in 2010!
Register at the Main Desk for your reservation or call 461–2000,
ext. 214 for more information.
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us for informal, supportive discussions and come to any or all
of the sessions. Feel free to share your thoughts or simply come
and listen. For information call 461–2000, ext. 214.
ADULT PROGRAMS
Men In Transition
Tuesdays, 8:30–10am
An association of retired men ranging from the early 50’s and
older. Meet every Tuesday for bagels, coffee and discussion.
Special speakers are occasionally scheduled.
JCC and Hadassah Used
Clothing Drop Off
Clean out your closet and help others! Donate your used
clothing (shoes, belts, purses) and/or linens. A convenient drop
box is located in the JCC parking lot. Just drop your items (in a
securely tied plastic bag). Forms for tax purposes are available
at the shed.
Who benefits?
• JCC FWR Programs
• Hadassah
• You–with your tax–deductible donation (and your clean
closets!)
When You’ve Lost a Loved One
A Bereavement Support Group
First and third Friday of each month, 11:15am–12:15pm
Have you lost someone special to you? Would you like to belong
to a group who understand what you are going through? Join
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Financial Investment Group
First Thursday of each month, 9:15 –11:15am
A spin–off from MIT, this group meets on the first Thursday of
each month to discuss stocks, financial well–being and personal
investments. No pre registration necessary.
Computer Interest Group
Second Thursday of each month, 9:15–11am
A spin–off of MIT, this group meets the second Thursday of each
month to discuss topics related to computers and technology.
Current Events Group
Wednesdays, 11am–1pm
Are you a news junkie and enjoy stimulating conversations about
current events? Discuss the latest major stories with this group
that meets weekly throughout the year. No registration required.
Free
Call 461–2000 ext. 214 for more information on any of these group
listings.
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Looking for guidance?
Wondering where to turn next?
Did you know that Jewish Family Service social workers are
available at the JCC from 9:30–10:30am every first and third
Thursday of the month? Call 461–2000 ext. 214 for more
information.
ADULT PROGRAMS
Reader’s Choice
Join other avid readers for in–depth book reviews and
discussions! Reader’s Choice Book Club membership is free.
Contact Denise Sawdey at 461–2000, ext. 214 to have your
name added to the Readers’ Choice Mailing List!
SilverSneakers® Program
If you are 65 and older and have MVP, Humana New York,
Essence or Secure Horizons health insurance, you are eligible
for a Free Membership to the JCC. With the assistance of
these insurances, SilverSneakers® members can participate in
SilverSneakers® classes and other free classes that the JCC offers
to our members. SilverSneakers® Members must scan their JCC
Key Tag Card each time they visit the JCC. The SilverSneakers®
program provides members with:
• Increased Physical Activity
• Free fitness membership
• Access to different group fitness and aquatic classes
• Social interaction with other members
• Incentive Programs
• Free Wellness and Education Lectures
• Introduction to different Senior special events and trips
Please check Group Fitness and Aquatic Schedules for class
times and levels.
Silver Sneakers® Promotions
and Special Events
Please register for these free events online at jcc.rochester.org
or at the Main Desk.
BINGO!
Tuesday, December 16, 12pm
AUD A
Win SilverSneakers prizes. Light refreshments will be
included. Please register online at jcc.rochester.org or at the
Main Desk.
Seminar: Quick & Healthy Meals
Wednesday, January 19, 1pm
AUD A
Join an MVP Specialist for this seminar on Quick and Healthy
Meals. Light refreshments will be provided. Please register
online at jcc.rochester.org or at the Main Desk.
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Bananas in Pajamas
ADULT PROGRAMS
Thursday, February 17, 10am, Senior Adult Lounge
Wear your favorite warm snuggly pajamas and come learn how
to bake your very own kosher banana bread! All ingredients will
be available and we will bake right in the Senior Adult Lounge.
Please register online at jcc.rochester.org or at the Main Desk.
Our SilverSneakers classes and events are a great way to meet
new friends, have fun and be part of our JCC Family! For
information contact Amy at 461–2000, ext. 268.
Programs for Developmentally
Disabled Adults
Chug Programs
Hanukkah Party and Bingo
Sunday, December 19, 2–3pm
Underwritten by the Golisano Foundation
“Love, Luck and Laughter” (concert)
Sunday, January 30, 1:30–4:15pm
Chug Member: $12 Non Member: $17
Strong Museum
Sunday, February 20, 2–3:30pm, Fee
FREE Chaverim Programs
Hanukkah Celebration
Sunday, December 5,10:15–11:30am
Traditional Hanukkah Luncheon, Bonnie Abrams
will entertain us with Hanukkah tunes, and much more!
Sponsored by Temple Emanu–El
Gentle Yoga with Wendy Beller–Madway
Sunday, February 6, 1:30–2:30 pm
Sponsored by the Golisano Foundation
Access to Community for Adults with
Developmental Disabilities
The Jewish Community Center is committed to expanding
and enriching the world of individuals with developmental
disabilities. Grounded in the principles of Jewish values, the
JCC of Greater Rochester’s “Access to Community, a program
for adults with developmental disabilities” is the umbrella
program for the Center’s programming for individuals with
developmental disabilities and for those who participate in the
JCC’s Chug and Yachad programs.
JCC’s “Access to Community” is made possible by a generous
grant from the B. Thomas Golisano Foundation. The purpose of
this grant is to increase participation of adults with disabilities,
increase physical activity, enable adults with disabilities to utilize
the JCC, and create an environment where individuals feel
welcomed and included.
The “Yachad–Access to Community” program creates an
environment where ALL adults with developmental disabilities
are inclusively participating in Center community life beyond
the specific Chaverim and Chug programming. The goal of this
program is to significantly increase access and participation for
adults with developmental disabilities in programs and services
that are available to ALL members of the community including
fitness, wellness and recreation programs, social programs and
cultural arts programs.
Tu B’Shevat Seder
Sunday, January 16, 10:15–11:30am
Sponsored by B’nai B’rith Men’s Group
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Todah Rabah (Thank you)
Contributors
CONTRIBUTORS
Thank you very much for the following donations received July 10 through October 8, 2010. These generous donations support
the programs and services offered by the Jewish Community Center that are so important to so many.
Special thanks to our annual Markus Society members who renew their commitment to the JCC each year with a gift of $350 or
more. The Markus Society Contributor’s list on page 30, includes renewal gifts and new members. For a complete list of current
Markus Society members please visit the JCC Markus Society recognition board or jccrochester.org. For information on becoming
a Markus Society member, please call Mary Ann Colomarino at 461-2000 ext. 213.
Ames Amzalak Rochester Jewish Film Festival
Marcia Silber, Irma and Bob David, Rona and Howard Weinstein in honor
of Andrea Miller receiving the Little Theater’s “Friends of Film” award
Annual Appeal
Marla and Michael Allentoff
Melania and Powell Anderson
Jacqueline and Anthony
Andolina
Julia and Albert Aroeste
Ruth L. Baker
Julie Ball
Arlene Barbero
Ines and Isaac Barnes
John Barnes
Verna and William Baumgarten
Harold Berger
Sheila and Leonard Berghash
Laurie Farber and Paul Bigeleisen
Marjorie Bircher
Louise and Wilhelm Braun
Henra Briskin
Virginia Burchill
Terri Burns
Carolyn and Sol Calderon
Nancy and Charles Carson
Nina and Daniel Chazanoff
Ruth Cheavacci
Sima and Alexander Chervin
Earnest Chestnut
Valerie and Philip Ciufo
Linda and Richard Cohen
Daryl Sharp and Robert Cole
Barbara and William Colombo
Elnora Cooper
Bernice and Larry Cornell
Angeline and John Cullinan
Doris and Peter Cummiskey
Marcia Cupery
Jacqueline and Howard Davidson
Mary Davis
Janice and John DeMocker
Lyubov Denisenko
Mary DeRouen
Nella DeVitto
Sharon and Melvyn Diamond
Donna Dilella
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Mary and Peter DuBois
Joe Dunbar
Margaret Dundas
Zhanna and Gregory Eisenstock
Maryana and Ruvim Falkovich
Susan and Raymond Feasey
Klaus Fehse
Harold Feinberg
Irving Fine
Elaine Fitzgerald
Suressa and Richard Forbes
Gloria Forgione
Roseanne Forward
Janne and Arthur Friedman
Helene Friedman
Jean Fuller
Barbara and Jack Glickman
Elaine and Leonard Gold
Marilyn and Morton Goldberg
Marilyn and Nicholas Graver
Rita and Robert Greenberg
Max Grossman
Shirley Grossman
Josephine Hallagan
Sylvia and David Harrison
Marion and Irving Hollander
Nancy Horn
Euleta and Juri Ilissoo
Barbara and Edward Ingerick
Anna Ingrassio
Pam and David Isaacs
Shirley Jacobson
Sandra and Mel Jacoby
Beverly James
Mary Joy Josefovicz
Roseann and Thomas Judd
John J. Kalamaroff
Monica Kellner
Nancy Kennedy
Susanne and Joseph Kilimnick
Roberta and Sam Kinel
Raisa and Lazar Kislik
Alice Kitchen
Rebecca Klymn
Irving Krebs
Judy and Michael Krieger
Thelma Kroll
Sharon Berkowitz and Damian
Krysan
Lee Lang
Nancy Hodge Lee
Marie and Herbert Levin
Lois and Sidney Levine
Ellen Levy
Julia and Rusty Likly
Lois London
Ronit and Shimon Maimon
Mary Ann and Walter Manka
Lois and Michael Manning
Jane and Jerry Margolis
Maureen and John May
Peggy and Joseph McNamara
Rosa and Hans Menco
Ruth Messinger
Audrey and Harvey Meyers
Estelle and Herbert Morris
Norma Moskowitz
Jill and Edgar Musicus
Edith and Martin Nacman
Beth VanFossen and Lewis
Neisner
Donna and James Nelson
Janet Nemetz
Isobel Neuberger
Elizabeth O’Brien
Sally and Robert Oster
Jean and Daniel Owerbach
Maura Palleschi
Tracy and Kerm Peterson
Merle and Nick Pieramico
Albert Pinsky
Joyce and Victor Poleshuck
Margarete Poloznik
Ronald and Ramona Rabin
Georgia Radtke
Anne and Stanley Refermat
Nancy and Richard Reitkopp
Ernestine and Donald Rickner
Becky Rinaldis
Diane Rock
Joan and Bruno Rodgers
Rose L. Rosen
Hannah Rosenblatt
Marcia and Harry Rosenfeld
Gloria and Irving Rosenstein
Esther Brill and Raymond Ruble
Nina Rupp
Dorothy and Robert Sadick
Marilyn and Philip Salit
Florence Sarachan
Karen and John Schiess
Mary and John Schmitt
Rosalyn and David Schreiber
Harold Schwartz
Mr. and Mrs. John Schwartz
Terry Schwartz and Richard
Mader
Jean Shafer
Gwyneth and Bernard Shaw
Dorothy Sherr
Joel Shertok
Ellie Shulman
Nancy Berg and Michael Silber
Lisa and Michael Silverstein
Virginia Skuse
Dolores Small
Esther Smalline
Mildred Sokol
Susan and David Spector
Gene and Louis Spiro
Richard Stabins
Pam Nichols
Henoch Szajnberg in memory of
Ester and Jacob Szajnberg
Lois and David Sumberg
Rebecca and Walter Tapp
Mary Jane and Anthony Tripodi
Sheryl Silberman and Eliezer
Tuber
Shauna Tucker
Marian and Charles Turner
Johanna and Anthony Valentini
Diane and Donald Van Lare
Elizabeth Viken
Bette Wallace
JCC Magazine
Yiddish is alive and well at the JCC.
Zalmen Mlotek and Daniella Rabbini presented the Magical World of Yiddish Song
to a passionate crowd of Yiddish and non–Yiddish speakers this past September.
This program was made possible thanks to the Mendel Fund for Yiddish.
Elizabeth and John Wallace
Theodore Wallace
Florence and Alfred Wecksler
Wendy and Frank West
Judith and David White
Angela and Sidney Wilkin
Joan Williamson
Julia Winterman
Thomas Witt
Karen and Mitchell Yarmel
Carolyn and Richard Yates
Ying Yee
Paula and Robert Zeman
Campership
Nancy and Howard Mills in
memory of Allen Lesser
Campership for Camp
Seneca Lake
Florence and Marshall Schwid
Family Endowment
Foundation for Jewish
Philanthropies
Cypora and Uszer Teigman
Dawn and Barry Wisset
Camp Seneca Lake
Ames Amzalak Memorial Trust
Brian Baum in support of his
brother, a program director at
CSL
Myra and David Berlowitz in
memory of Allen Lesser
Jill Chessen
Tamara Cohen and Barry
Silverstein in honor of Elyse
Kovalsky and Josh Bushinsky
on their engagement; and in
memory of Laura Heilbronner
and Allen Lesser
Blanche and Eddie Fenster
Linda and Charles Garbo
Steven and Barbara Gilbert
Marcy and Stephen Kay in
honor of Andrew Gordon’s
jccrochester.org
engagement, son of Debbie and
Michael Gordon
Donna and Norman Lederman in
honor of Darian Frankel’s Bat
Mitzvah
Renee Liebschutz
Ramona and Ronald Rabin
Wendy Roizen
Jonathan and Sheryl Schechter
Rick Simon
Jane Snyder and Gary Maggs
Wendy Strauss in memory of
Laura Heilbronner and Allen
Lesser
Ruth Viny
Karen and Sy Zivan in memory
of Allen Lesser
Camp Seneca Lake
Campaign for our Future
Marie and Angelo Casciani
Gordon & Chodak, CPAs
Stephen and Marcy Kay in honor
of our daughters Rachel and
Sara
Camp Seneca Lake
Legacy Society
Ari Baum
Bill Goldstein
Jilly Lasser Lederman and
Andrew Lederman
Center Stage
Joel Bloom Restricted Fund of
the Foundation of the Jewish
Federation
Marilyn and Morton Goldberg in
memory of Helen Jassin
CenterStage Season
2010–11
Art and Soul Partners
Ann Lib and Bernard Kozel
Family Foundation
Max A. Adler Charitable
Foundation
Pinnacle Printers, Inc.
Ames Amzalak Memorial Trust
Dawn and Jacques Lipson, MD.
Philanthropic Fund
Drs. Saul Moress/Max Presberg
Service Fund
Janet Patlow in memory of
Wilmer J. Patlow
Backers
Class Action LLC–Marc Frankel,
Constable
Debby and Elliott Landsman
Supporters
Audrey and Burton Gordon
Dr. Joel and Marilyn Greenberg
Nancy and Howard LeVant
Helene and Bruce Newman
Julie Emily Petit
Producers
Leslie Berkowitz & Michael
Lebowitz
Patricia Chadwick
Carol and Mort Epstein
Essie Germanow
Claudia and John Giffen
Gray Locey, CPA, PC
Felice and Leonard Harris
Norman Horton
Tommi and Arnold Klinsky
Lois Mae E. and Arthur D. Kuh
Pam and Dr. Steven Marsocci
Theresa and Ralph Meranto Sr.
Jill and Sanford Miller
Louise and Joel Novros
Rose and Frank Swiskey
Directors
Mary Jane and Arnie Gissin
Elaine and Bob Jacobsen
June and Herb Katz
Deborah and Everett Larrabee
Teresa Levy
Renee Liebschutz
Christopher McCormack
Mildred Ness
QARAB
Carol and Donn Sweet
Fay and Irwin Wagman
CONTRIBUTORS
Leading Players
Patrons
Fern Marlan Daniel and
Dan Daniel
Gloria and Pincus Cohen
Matt Ellsworth
Gloria A. Emmanuel
Judith A. Emmanuel
Earl and Rhonda Gurell
John Hart
Sara Hartman
Jennifer Kling
Mary Jean MacEwen
Douglas Miller and Sally Hirst
Norris Minard
Jean and Daniel Owerbach
Dr. and Mrs. Benard Panner
Marcia and Harry Rosenfeld
Paul Roxin
Martin and Margie Sabath
David and Rosalyn Schreiber
Peter Schwarz
Manson and Evelyn Scull
Joanne Selvaggio
Leon N. and Sarisa Zoghlin
Children’s Programs/After
School Care
John Germanow in memory of
Belle Goldstein
Cultural Arts
Joyce and Edward Burg in
memory of Allen Lesser
Bunny and Morton Skirboll in
honor of Sidney Davis’ 80th
birthday
Fitness, Wellness and
Recreation
Zema Gelin in honor of Perlya
Gelin
Lee Rosenthal in memory of
Sidney Goldberg
Tributes
Carol and John Bennett in honor
of Lenore and Marshall Lesser’s
granddaughter and in memory
of Allen Lesser
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CONTRIBUTORS
Bradleigh Kolko, Anna May Eisenberg,
Eric Dreyfuss
Leslie Berkowitz in memory of
Florence Azoff, Allen Lesser
and Laura Heilbronner; and
in honor of Elyse and Josh
Bushinsky’s engagement
Cynthia and Paul Goldstein in
honor of Joyce Goldstein and
Bob Kreiger’s commitment
ceremony
Louis and Marilyn Guadagnino
in memory of Jack Weinberg
Elizabeth and Victor Hsu in
memory of Dolores Neivert
Peter Kristal in memory of
Robert A. Shapiro
Grace and Jay Kraut in memory
of Irwin Schiffres
Debby and Elliott Landsman in
memory of Allen Lesser
Leslie Berkowitz and Michael
Lebowitz in honor of Sid Davis’
80th birthday
Susanna and William Matthies in
memory of Joseph Goldstien
Helene and Bruce Newman in
memory of Allen Lesser
Linda Northcote in memory of
Cecyle Tishler; and in honor of
Sid Davis’ 80th birthday
Gerald Ostrov in memory of
Rana Levitt
Hannah and Arnold Rosenblatt
in honor of Ruth and Louis
Siegel’s 50th anniversary
Lee Rosenthal in memory of
Sidney Goldberg
Henoch Szajnberg hoping for a
speedy recovery for Dorothy
Szajnberg; and in memory of
the Szajnberg family and the
Kloc family
Lane Dworkin Jewish
Book Festival
Authors
Lane/Dworkin Family
Barnes & Noble Booksellers
Publishers
Ames–Amzalak Charitable Trust
M&T Bank
Essayists
Marjorie and Julian Goldstein
Debby and Elliott Landsman
Dawn and Jacques Lipson, M.D.,
Philanthropic Fund
Wegmans
Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP
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Novelists
Gail and James Biben
The Erdle Foundation, Inc.
Joan and Harold S.
Feinbloom
Heidi and Mike Fishman
Fix, Spindelman, Brovitz, and
Goldman PC
Carol and Mike Hirsh
Jewish Federation of Greater
Rochester
Mona and Mark Kolko
Paulina and Laurence Kovalsky
Sharon and Arnold Kovalsky
Sarah F. Liebschutz in memory of
Sanford J. Liebschutz
Miller Family Foundation
OppenheimerFunds/Rochester®
Dr. Morris J. and Miriam Shapiro
Fund
for the Jewish Book Festival
Robin and Michael Weintraub
Elise and Joseph Wojciechowski
Editors
Marilyn and Howard Berman
Josephine and Simon Braitman
Dr. Eric M. Dreyfuss
Jane and Larry Glazer
Bonnie Jackson
Jerry Wein
Readers
EXELE Information Systems, Inc.
Ellen and David Comisar
Janet and Rick Dray
Lisa and Joel Elliot
Warren and Joyce Heilbronner
Nina and Len Kalen
Lenore and Marshall Lesser
Kim and Steve Levitsky
Barbara and John Lovenheim
Arthur and Joy Moss
Barbara Orenstein and Jim Present
Dr. Gerald and Maxine Rosen
Rachel N. Rosen and Ron Wexler
Marion and Mort Schrager
Jerry Wein Charitable Gift Fund
Karen and Sy Zivan
Markus Society
Carl Lasky & Lottie Weinrib
Charitable Fund
Gerald Eggert*
Anna May and David Eisenberg
Annette and Philip Garver
Marc Jacobs*
Bradleigh and Mordecai Kolko
Joan and Richard Markus
Helene and Bruce Newman
Carol and John Bennett
Reeca and Robert Rothbaum* in
memory our grandparents
Rosalind Rudolph*
Michelle Shayne and Edward
Sassaman*
Nancy and Edward Smith*
Melanie and Jeremy Wolk
*New members of the JCC’s
Markus Society. Thank you!
Michael Bresloff
Memorial Fund
Rose and Jesse Bresloff in
memory of Rana Levitt
On Stage
Henra Briskin in honor of Phyllis
Kasdin and over 20 years of
marvelous On Stage programs
Tillie Levinson in honor of
Phyllis Kasdin’s 20 years as On
Stage Director
Joan and Beryl Nusbaum in
honor of Phyllis Kasdin’s 20th
anniversary of On Stage
Senior Adult Department
George L. and Elizabeth C. Todd
Trust
Marjory David in honor of Jim
Delibert’s 95th Birthday
Special Needs Department
B. Thomas Golisano Foundation
Susie Goldstein Sands Fund
for Camp Seneca Lake
Marcia and Norman Abelson in
honor of Kim and Chris Jones’
Anniversary, Rick Abelson and
Inge Goldstein’s birthday
Inge and Lawrence Goldstein in
honor of Gene LaBue’s special
birthday; Father Alexander
Bradshaw; and in memory of
Laura Heilbronner
Enid and Louis Ryenin memory
of Allen Lesser and in honor of
Ken Huggins’ marriage
Elizabeth Steinberg in memory of
Susie Goldstein Sands
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Muriel Steinberg in memory of
Susie Goldstein Sands
Tech Age at the JCC
Terry O’Brien
United Way Donor
Choice Designations #351
Michael Baskin
Nancy Brandston
John Callaghan
Dmitry Chuprun
Tamara Cohen
Barbara Conklin
Karen Dobkowski
David Eisenberg
Robert Ellson
Faith Ertischek
Helene Friedman
David Every
Shoshana Germanow
Staci Henning
Phyllis Kasdin
Rabbi Alan Katz
Timothy Keef
Zipporah Kleinberg
Susan Korpeck
Irma Wiener
Wolk Children’s Center
Erica Ange and Bernie Sheehan
Winkler–Lococo
Campership Fund
Sue and Michael Lococo in
memory of Donald Hiller,
Suzanne Stein–Ellen Rosen’s
beloved mother, Rana, Laura
Heilbronner, Ginger Karren’s
beloved mother, and Eleanor;
in honor of Joan and Bob
Clar’s 40th anniversary and
Andrea Miller receiving the
LittleTheater’s Friends of Film
award
Yiddish Cultural Center
Rivka Chatman and Myron Silver
JCC Magazine
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2010
Revenues
Membership Fees
2,861,188
34%
Program Fees
3,966,571
47%
Donations, Grants, and Fundraising
1,055,643
13%
Other Revenue
538,137
6%
Total Revenue
8,421,539
Expenses
Youth Programs
1,620,849
19%
Fitness, Wellness and Recreation
1,398,050
17%
Seniors
102,592
1%
Cultural Programs
423,108
5%
Camps
1,496,855
18%
Building Costs
1,324,376
16%
Administration
1,533,411
18%
522,298
6%
Membership
Total Expenses
8,421,539
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