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WINTER 2015-16 DECEMBER-MARCH TEVET, SHEVAT, ADAR I, ADAR II

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Member appreciation 4, 5Early childhood 6Kids Place 7, 8Childrens recreation 9Swim lessons/Storm swim 10, 11Adapted aquatics 12Certification classes 13Personal training 14, 15Group fitness classes 16, 17Horizon classes 18, 19Jewish Repertory Theatre 20JCC donations 21Membership information 22Class registration 23

JCC Leadership How to Reach JCC Staff by Phone

Board of Directors

Gretchen Gross, President

Ron Benderson, Vice President

Susan Freed-Oestreicher, Vice President

Philip Nobel, Vice President

Dale Kadish, Treasurer

Laura Watts Sommer, Secretary

Jordan BalsomBrett BendersonDavid BunisJanet DesmonDavid FeuersteinJennifer FieldIrwin GelmanRobert KleinRion KwellerRabbi Alex Lazarus-KleinJoseph LipsitzRonald Maier Amy Marks ShaevelRichard Steinberg

Winter ProgrAms

204-2077 Stacey Block Accounts Receivable/Customer Service-Getzville886-3172 (420) Christine Dusher Director of Childrens Services-Buffalo886-3172 (417) Lisa Edelman Early Childhood Assistant-Buffalo204-2088 Laurie Greenspan Marketing Director-Getzville204-2083 Debbie Gross Early Childhood Assistant-Getzville204-2255 Jordana Halpern Cultural Arts & JRT Managing Director-Getzville204-2085 Dave Jacobs Manager Floor Staff & Personal Trainers-Getzville886-3172 (460) Stephanie Katzman Assistant Director Early Childhood-Buffalo204-2080 Julie Kingsley Aquatics Director-Getzville204-2081 Sharon Kostiner Membership Director-Getzville886-3172 (402) Bob Lajeunesse General Manager, Health Fitness & Recreation-Buffalo204-2074 Pam Marin Human Resources Director-Getzville204-2075 James Morgan Sr. Director Facilities Operations-Getzville688-4114 (313) Jason Pavelsky Children’s/Camping Assistant-Getzville886-3172 (411) Eric Poniatowski Aquatics Director-Getzville-Buffalo204-2254 Dan Rohde Fitness Center General Manager-Getzville688-4114 (370) Erin Ruszaj Assistant Aquatics Director-Getzville204-2073 Patty Simonson Associate Executive Director-Getzville886-3172 (408) Barbara Stone Reden Early Childhood Services Director-Buffalo204-2079 Erin Sweeney Children’s/Camping Assistant-Getzville204-2082 Patty Tubin Early Childhood Director-Getzville204-2256 Charmaine Twarozek Health, Fitness & Recreation Assistant-Getzville204-2070 Ann Vorburger Director of Health Fitness & Recreation-Getzville204-2257 Karla Wiseman Adult Services Supervisor-Getzville204-2084 Katie Wzontek Cultural Arts Assistant-Getzville204-2071 Richard Zakalik Executive Director-Getzville204-2072 Phil Zuccaro Chief Financial Officer-Getzville

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anticipated to provide member-friendly access to various areas within the JCCs.

Without diminishing the need for vigilance on the part of staff and members, the access system will integrate with the JCC’s state-of-the-art membership software which was inaugurated a little more than a year ago. Members will be categorized according to an access-as-needed entry system with doors electronically accessible via card-reading scanners. Enhanced audio and visual systems with monitored doors will be central to the system in a way that will be familiar to most users.

Visitors to the JCC who are not members will be granted access and a temporary digital pass after being identified and recorded by membership desk staff. Our efforts are aimed at increasingthe safety of all of our members, including children as well as our staff. We’ve gone to great lengths to do this correctly and effectively. Sharon Kostiner, JCC Membership

Director encourages all of our members and the staff of all of our agencies to carry their JCC membership card, key ring fob, or digital image at all times to facilitate smooth access.

An introductory meeting was held with multiple agencies which will be affected by the new system. Further information and instructions are expected to be made public within the next several weeks. Questions concerning the system may be addressed to me at [email protected].

Your cooperation and understanding are very much appreciated as we work towards increasing the safety of the entire JCC Community.

Sincerely,

Richard Zakalik

In concert with our long-term efforts to provide safe and secure facilities and heeding the advice of the National Secure Community Network (SCN), the JCC has undertakenan in-depth process which will culminate in a new access system for both the Holland Family and Benderson Family Buildings. In cooperation with Homeland Security, the FBI, local law enforcement and the JCC Association a plan has been devised and is in the process of implementation that will aid in the control of access to JCC facilities.

While there are no known immediate threats and there has never been an incident at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo, events occurring elsewhere in both the Jewish and general communities clearly delineate a need for enhanced facility access control. Following the lead of JCCs throughout North America, this system is

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Winter ProgrAms

•S'more making, face painting, DJ, indoor rock wall & carnival games•Register & save with ONE dAY ONLY diSCOuNTS on camp fees! •A special lunch will be available for purchase at the café•Raffle with great prizes like FREE memberships & camp weeks!•Secure your child a spot for Summer 2016!

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SUN, JAN 24

12:30-2:30pmFREE

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Sunday, Dec 2712:30 - 3 PM

Party includes games in theindoor playground, open swim,

movie, bubble hockey, and foosball.RSVP to Eric at (716) 886-3172 x 411,

[email protected].

$10 per Family, FrEE w/member discount At the Door: Regular guest pass fee per person,

$10 per Family w/member discount

RING IN 2016with the JCC!

As we celebrate the eight days of Hanukah, we’d like to thankyou for being a member of our JCC. Your membership allows

us to encourage families to lead active lifestyles and havefun together. There are many FREE benefits that are

included in your membership. We’d like toshare some of them with you.

Free Zumba classes40 + Free pool classes

Rotating art in the galleryFamily-friendly open swim

50 + FREE group fitness classesFREE book, Yiddish & card clubs

FREE holiday parties and festivalsFREE kids fit/ages 5-10 FREE BodyPump classes

happY haNukkah FRom thE JCC!

Every day duringHanukkah (Dec 7-Dec 14), enter to win one ofthe followinggreat gifts!

You can enter once a day at the Member Service Desk.Open to everyone, certain restrictions apply.

Winner will be notified by mail, phone or letter.

1st day: 3 1/2 personal training sessions (land or water)

2nd day: JCC mug & Myers Tel Aviv Café bucks

3rd day: One hour massage

4th day: 3 1/2 personal training sessions (land or water)

5th day: JCC mug & Myers Tel Aviv Café bucks

6th day: 3 month individual membership certificate

7th day: 2 JRT tickets for a 2015/2016 show

8th day: 3 1/2 personal training sessions (land or water)

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• Accepting children 12 months old before 9/30 • Mat room for indoor gross motor play• Introduction to Hebrew

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Through developmentally appropriate activities, children learn concepts and skills that prepare them forKindergarten and beyond.

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We welcome and include children with physical, educational and emotional challenges. A meeting with either Director of Early Childhood Services is required to help us understand and meet your child’s individual needs.

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Cognitive Development

• Emergent literacy & math skills • Learning about nature, science & social studies• Developing listening skills• Reasoning• Problem solving• Following directions• Expressing ideas• Learning colors, shapes, letters & numbers

Social Skills

• Developing a sense of community• Resolving conflicts & respecting others• Kindness• Taking turns• Accepting diversity• Learn about self, family, home, school & neighborhood

Physical Development

• Gross motor skills through dance, gym, swim, and play• Fine motor skills by using puzzles, play dough, blocks, scissors, & art materials

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Because we are part of theJCC, your child can enjoythe added features that makethe JCC a special place. Children can: • Swim in our indoor pools and get fit in our gym• Sing and dance in our enrichment classes• Continue their JCC experience by attending our after-school program• Play at our outdoor playgrounds with equipment designed for toddlers and preschoolers or in the Noah’s Ark indoor playground (Buffalo) or in our mat room (Getzville)

a Place to see

Call to set up a tour of our fabulous facilities, and learn about our extraordinary curriculum!

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• NAEYC Accreditation• Infant care starting at 6 weeks• Noah’s Ark indoor playground• After school program for Buffalo pre-K students

Winter ProgrAms

NEW!Buffalo Classroom

Due to overwhelming demand, we are opening an additional classroom at the Holland Family Building for infants on January 4, 2016. This classroom will be licensed as a "continuity of care” room under the new OCFS licensing regulations. The childrenwill start as infants and stay together, with their teachers until they go to preschool in September2018. We are thrilled to be able to offer this new model to ourJCC families.

Early Childhood

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March & April, 2016Artists Reception: March 1, 4:00pm-6:00pm (in the lobby)

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KIDS PLACEThe Perfect Place For After SchoolGrades k-6 2:30 pm-6:00 pm monday-Friday (1-5 day options) Offering Children the Opportunity to:• Make new friends by spending time with kids from all over the district• Complete homework assignments• Participate in various enrichment activities• Take American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim lessons• Celebrate Friday Shabbat• Have directors who offer an open door, e-mail communication, and updates• Attend as much or little as you need (1-5 day options available)• Bond with caring staff in an intimate but not small setting.

For more information, contact Christine dusher at 886-3172, ext. 420, [email protected].

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Saturday Night OutAs parents enjoy a night out, kids will have a blast at the J. Each Saturday Night Out (SNO) offers a different twist! To ensureproper staffing, RSVP by 5:00 pm the Thursday prior to the event. Kids should eat dinner prior to drop-off. Open to all.

Grades K-6 6:00 pm-10:00 pm

$25/child, $20/child w/member discount

Saturday, January 9 16652

Saturday, February 6 16604

Saturday, March 5 16715

Early DismissalsWhen schools dismiss early for Parent/Teacher Conferences, the JCC is just getting started. Available to all families, grades K-6.

Friday, March 11 current kp 16887 non kp 16889

(Williamsville Elementary, only)

Monday, March 14 current kp 16888 Monday, March 14 non kp 16890(Williamsville Elementary, only)

For easier on-line registration, use the 5 digit code!

Vacation Break Gym & Swim CampSwimming, tumbling and gym fun! Register in advance. We accept same day registration if there is room! For details, contact Erin Ruszaj at 688-4114, ext. 370, [email protected].

Ages 3-10 9:30 am-12:30 pm Daily: $20, $15 w/member discount February Break: Monday, February 15-Friday, February 19 5 days: $90, $70 w/member discount 16620 March Break: Monday, March 21-Monday, March 28 6 days: $108, $84 w/member discount 16873(no class Saturday, March 26-Sunday March 27)

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Camp Centerland Vacation ClubWhen schools are closed, camp is in session. CCVC days include a field trip or special guest and some of our popular Centerland activities such as sport, omanut (arts & crafts), climbing, madah (science), and more. Bring a lunch, sneakers, swim suit and towel.

Grades K-6 8:00 am-6:00 pm $60/day, $50/day w/member discount 10% Early Bird Discounts(daily themes & activities TBD)

Martin Luther King Jr Day Vacation Camp Monday, January 18 16653

Early Bird: January 4 16713Deadline: January 11

February Vacation Camp Monday, February 15-Friday, February 19 16606

Early Bird: February 1 16714Deadline: February 8

Spring Vacation Camp Monday, March 21-Monday, March 28 16605

Early Bird: March 7 16699Deadline: March 14

Kick Off to Camp registrationJanuary 24, 201612:30 pm-2:30 pm

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Music Lessons At The JPiano LessonsPiano lessons are a wonderful way toenrich your child’s life. 30 minute lessons.

instructor: Mila ibarra

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Violin & Viola Lessons Adults and children; beginners to experienced welcomed. Lessons and coaching (ECMEA & NYSSMA audition and festival preparation). Instrument rental available at local music stores. 30, 45, & 60 minute lessons.

Instructor: Leslie Salathé

Ages 3 and up Suzuki Method starting age 3 Traditional Method starting age 6

Guitar Lessons Adults and children; beginners to experienced welcomed. 30, 45, & 60 minute lessons.

instructor: Moshe Ben Abraham

Boy Scouts Troop 156 Troop 156 continues to grow, boys age 10-18 are welcome to join. The Troop meets every other Sunday from 4:30pm-6:00pm. Anyone interested in joining should contact Bruce Levine, Scoutmaster at [email protected].

Pack 156For younger boys, age 5-10, there is an exciting Cub Scout program! The Pack meets every other Sunday from 4:30pm-6:00pm.Anyone interested in joining should contact Rabbi Mendel Meyers, Cubmaster, at [email protected].

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Included in your package isinvitations for 15 children, guest passes

for the participating families, paper products, clean up and a party manager.

party options available at the Getzville location include:

• Gym parties • Gym & swim parties • Private pool time• Organized pool games • Private gym time• Outdoor play ground• Outdoor ropes course• Outdoor field games• Indoor climbing wall • Indoor tumbling room• Bounce house• Gaga pit• Additional guests

Join us at the indoor pool in Getzville for your next:

• Graduation party • Post-prom party • Family reunion• Sports team party• Brunch• Boy & girl scout party • Bar/bat mitzvah party

Contact erin ruszaj at 688-4114 ext. 370, [email protected] to start planning your next special event in Getzville!

party options available at the indoor pool in Buffalo include:

• Private pool time • Indoor play ground• Outdoor play ground • Additional guests• Organized pool games

Contact eric poniatowski at 886-3172 x 411, [email protected] for parties at the Buffalo location.

Birthday Parties at the JCC!

Winter ProgrAms

Music Instructor Showcase Come to the JCC to meet our instructorsand hear them perform during this FREE open House.

Tuesday, January 55:00pm-6:00pm Main lobby

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Floor Hockey Skills & Drills Designed to acceleratedevelopment, get kids ready for league play. For beginners who like cooperative play.

Ages: 5-123:30pm-4:00pm 166901/4-3/21$70w/member discount $50

WEDNESDAYS

For more information or to register, call Erin Ruszaj (Getzville) at 204-2080 or Bob Lajeunesse (Buffalo) at 886-3172, ext. 402.

Super fun activities for children!

Floor Hockey Rules & Strategies For players who have a greater commitmentin advancing their skills. Have fun while focusing on teamwork, intermediate to advanced players who like competitive play.

Ages: 5-12 4:00pm-4:30pm 166921/4-3/21$70w/member discount $50

Quazy QuidditchJoin us for Keeper, Chaser, Beater and Seeker practice and 7-to-a-side matches. Program meets in the gym.

K-1 3:30pm-4:00pm 169182-3 4:00pm-4:30pm 165864-6 4:30pm-5:00pm 165931/4-3/14$63w/member discount $54

Kidsfit Engaging, regularly rotating activities that develop children’s social, motor and sport skills.

Ages: 5-136:15pm-7:45pm

1/6-3/16FREE, no registration required


Ages: 5-139:45am-11:15am


Adult/Child Yoga Fun poses and breathing exercises, music and art in a safe environment. Creative expression by way of movement. Meet in the Yoga Studio. No experience or flexibility required.

Ages: 6-99:30am-10:30am 1/23-2/27Adult & child: $108 16644w/member discount $84Child only: $72 16646w/member discount $60

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Adult/Pre-Teen Yoga Learn the yoga basics in a fun environment while building inner and outer strength. Increase focus and concentration through poses, breath work and learn helpful stress management techniques. Meet in the Yoga Studio. No experience or flexibility required.

Ages: 10-1210:45am-11:45am 1/23-2/27 Adult & child: $108 16645w/member discount $84Child only: $72 16647w/member discount $60

Game Day Competitive Playindividual and team competitive games. Develop coordination, speed, endurance, agility, flexibility and strength.


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NEw! Tuf-Teens Understanding FitnessWe have developed this free program specifically to prepare kids age 11-13, to have a better understandingof how to work out here at the JCC. This one time two hour class will demonstrate and discuss proper technique for the cardio equipment and body weight exercises, with a strong focus on core strength, balance and coordination. Once the teen has completed the class, they will receive there TUF teens wristband to signify they have passed the course and can use the cardio equipment. Classes are available upon request contact Dan Rohde at 204-2254 to set up an appointment today.

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Game Day Cooperative PlayThese games are designed to keep kids active with a variety of fitness exercises and cooperative game play.


SuNDAYSTae Kwon Do Learn the basics of the martial arts while developing strength and endurance. Focus on self-esteem, concentration, respect,and discipline.

K-6 5:30pm-6:30pm

1/4-3/21 16708 $90w/member discount $60


Ages: 5-136:15pm-7:45pm


MONDAYS

Tae Kwon Do Learn the basics of the martial arts while developing strength and endurance. Focus on self-esteem, concentration, respectand discipline.

K-6 5:30pm-6:30pm

1/6-3/23 16709 $90w/member discount $60

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NEw! Bricks 4 Kidz Amazing AnimalsThis unit will delight kids who love animals. We'll build a LEGO® spider, kangaroo, monkey and more. We'll discuss facts about these animals and students will love these moving models of the animal kingdom. For more information call Christine Dusher at 886-3172, ext. 420.

K-5 3:30pm-4:30pm

1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 16917$84w/member discount $78

Hoop-Pendous Kids will learn the basic skills and rules of basketball with drills, activities and games. Program meets in the gym.

K-1 3:30pm-4:00pm 165772-3 4:00pm-4:30pm 165784-6 4:30pm-5:00pm 165791/6-3/16 $70w/member discount $60

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NEw! Bricks 4 Kidz Amazing AnimalsThis unit will delight kids who love animals. We'll build a LEGO® spider, kangaroo, monkey and more. We'll discuss facts about the animals we and students will love these moving models of the animal kingdom. For more information call Jason Pavelsky at 688-4114, ext. 313.

K-5 3:30pm-4:30pm

1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15 16917$84w/member discount $78

No classes on: Monday, January 18

Monday, February 15-Friday, February 19Monday, March 21-Monday, March 28

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For more information, contact Julie Kingsley and Erin Ruszaj (Getzville) at 204-2080, [email protected], [email protected] or Eric Poniatowski (Buffalo) at 886-3172, ext. 411, [email protected].

HOLLAND CHILDREN’S GROuP SWIM LESSONSmonDAYs January 4-March 14

Au-Some Swimmers5:45pm-6:15pm 16718$68

tuesDAYs January 5-March 15

Water Babies10:00am-10:30am 16738$75, $50 w/member discount

Basic Water Skills3:45pm-4:15pm 16728$135, $110 w/member discount

Learn To Swim Levels 1 & 2 4:15pm-4:45pm 16732$135, $110 w/member discount

Learn To Swim Levels 3-54:45pm-5:30pm 16733$198, $155 w/member discount

WeDnesDAYs January 6-March 16

Au-Some Swimmers3:15pm-3:45pm 167195:45pm-6:15pm 16761$75

sAturDAYs January 9-March 19

Water Babies11:30am-12:00pm 16736$83, $65 w/member discount

Basic Water Skills11:30am-12:00pm 1672712:00pm-12:30pm 16726$149, $121 w/member discount


Au-Some Swimmers12:30pm-1:00pm 167201:00pm-1:30pm 167211:30pm-2:00pm 167222:00pm-2:30pm 167622:30pm-3:00pm 16763$83

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monDAYs January 4-March 14

Minnow Mondays (3 year-olds) 2:00pm-3:00pm 16622 $150, $100 member discount

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Learn to Swim Levels 1 & 23:30pm-4:00pm 16600$135, $110 w/member discount

Learn to Swim Levels 3-53:30pm-4:15pm 16613$198, $155 w/member discount

WeDnesDAYs January 6-March 16

"Wet-Tastic WednesdayAge 42:00pm-3:00pm 16656$150, $100 member discount

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Ages 3-5 5:15pm-6:30pm 16658Ages 6-9 6:30pm-7:45pm 16660$450, member discount $400

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Water Babies9:30am-10:00am 16624 $83, $55 w/member discount

Basic Water Skills11:30am-12:00pm 16588$149, $121 w/member discount


Learn to Swim Levels 3-511:30am-12:15pm 16602$217, $171 w/member discount

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Learn to Swim Levels 3-54:00pm-4:45pm 16603$198, $155 w/member discount

Children Aquatics Swim LevelsWater Babies For children 6-36 months and parent(s). Sing songs, learn water safety, develop buoyancy, and explore underwater! Develop front & back glides, strokes and jumping in with parent help.

Basic Water skills Children will wear a bubble belt and/or use a noodle when they swim. Float, glide, early stroke development, and tread water with instructor assistance. Introduction to front crawl, backstroke and elementary backstroke.

learn to swim Level 1: For children working to swim without a floatation device in the shallow end. They may use a floatation device in the deep end. Front crawl, backstroke, elementary backstroke and submerging are developed.

Level 2: Front crawl, backstroke, and elementary backstroke continue to be developed in addition to treading water and jumping in. Children must fully submerge their head to enter this level.

Level 3: Class is held primarily in the deep end. Children must swim in shallow and deep water without a floatation device. Introduction to breaststroke and dolphin kick.

Level 4: Participants must be able to swim 25 yards, 1 pool length, to participate. Introduction to the butterfly, diving, and open turns will be taught.

Level 5: Participants must be able to swim 50 yards, 2 pool lengths, to participate. Swimming for fitness. Children must display aptitude in butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, front crawl, sidestroke and elementary backstroke. Race skills, such as shallow dives and flip turns, are introduced.

minnow mondays & Wet-tastic” Wednesdays Minnow Mondays is available for all children enrolled in a 3-year-old Pre-K program in Fall of 2015. Wet-Tastic Wednesdays is open to all children enrolled in a 4-year-old Pre-K or UPK program for Fall 2015.

These classes, taught by certified Red Cross Instructors, are full of engaging water games with an emphasis on skills which promote swimming independently before Kindergarten. Drop-off and Pick-up is available right from your child’s JCC classroom!

tHursDAYs January 7-March 17

Learn To Swim Levels 3-53:45pm-4:30pm 16734$198, $155 w/member discount




sunDAYs January 3-March 20

Water Babies9:30am-10:00am 16655 $90, $60 w/member discount

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FriDAYs January 8-March 18

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sunDAYs January 3-March 20

Water Babies11:30am-12:00pm 16737 $90, $60 w/member discount

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STORM SWIM CLuB-Grades K-12 Our USA certified swim coaches have a vast range of experience, including a former Olympic Swimmer. Your son or daughter will learn stroke refinement, race skills, sportsmanship, and team camaraderie. We are a fully inclusive program.

sunDAYs Pre-Competitive 12:30-1:00pm

Level 1 1:00-1:45pm

Level 2 1:45-2:45pm

Level 3 6:15-7:45pm

Maccabi 6:15-8:15pm

High School Conditioning 6:15-8:15pm

BenDerson FAmilY BuilDingJanuary 3-March 20 (no practice: 2/15-2/19, 3/21-3/28)

FriDAYs Level 3 5:00-6:30pm

High SchoolConditioning 5:00-7:00pm

Maccabi 5:00-7:00pm

monDAYs Level 1 4:00-4:45pm

Level 2 4:00-5:00pm

Level 3 4:15-5:45pm

Pre-Competitive 4:45-5:15pm

Level 1 6:30-7:15pm

Level 2 6:30-7:30pm

Level 3 6:30-8:00pm


Maccabi 6:30-8:30pm

tuesDAYs Pre-Competitive 4:15-4:45pm

Level 1 6:15-7:00pm

Level 2 6:15-7:15pm

Level 3 6:45-8:15pm


Maccabi 6:45-8:45pm

Pre-ComPetitive 1 day: $176, $143 w/member discount 2 day: $281, $229 w/member discount Save with 2-day pricing! 16576

level 1 2 day: $185, $135 w/member discount 166763 day: $205, $155 w/member discount 165644 or more days: $235, $185 w/member discount 16565

level 2 2 day: $205, $155 w/member discount 165663 day: $235, $185 w/member discount 165674 or more days: $265, $205 w/member discount 16568

level 3 2 day: $245, $190 w/member discount 16573 3 day: $265, $205 w/member discount 165744 or more days: $295, $235 w/member discount 16575

mACCABi $450, $330 w/member discount 16587

HigH sCHool ConDitioning$450, $330 w/member discount 16675

Level 1-Maccabi can join us for any practice within this 12 week session!

Visit www.jccbuffalo.org to see full descriptions of each level of our Storm Swim Team.

tHursDAYs Pre-Competitive 5:45-6:15pm

Level 1 6:15-7:00pm

Level 2 6:15-7:15pm

Level 3 6:45-8:15pm


Maccabi 6:45-8:45pm

HollAnD FAmilY BuilDingJanuary 4-March 16(no practice: 1/18, 2/15, 2/17)

Monday & Wednesday 3:45-4:45pm

One day/week: $124, $90 w/member discount 16724 Two day/week: $205, $155 w/member discount 16725

sWim meetSunday, March 20 Pre-Competitive-Level 2 Start: 1:00pm Level 3-Maccabi Start: 3:00pm


WeDnesDAYs Level 1 4:00-4:45pm

Level 2 4:00-5:00pm

Level 3 4:15-5:45pm

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Adapted Aquatics Programs The JCC is providing children in WNY diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) with two unique swim programs: Au-Some Swimmers© and You & Me on Land & Sea©. Both programs offer one on one instruction, but bring everyone together during portions of the class for group activities. The JCC feels passionately about offering all children the opportunity to learn how to swim both for the safety benefits and to provide everyone with life skills that will enable them to stay active and fit throughout their lives. Thanks to funding from the Variety Club, Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism and Autism Speaks, we are able to offer both of these programs at a discounted rate to the WNY Community. We are also offering a brand NEW Adapted Aquatics swim lesson program for all children with special needs at the Benderson Family Building, called Special Friends©.


Au-some swimmers© Au-Some Swimmers was designed by Eric Poniatowski, the Aquatics Director at the JCC Holland Family Building to teach critical life skills and provide a gathering place for families to connect and support each other. The instructorsdemonstrate skills such as feet first entry, putting face in the water, kicking, and pulling. The instructors also communicate with children using laminated visual cards that illustrate pool safety and swim skills.

January 4-March 14Mondays, 5:45pm-6:15pm

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January 9-March 19Saturdays, 12:30pm-1:00pm $83 16720Saturdays, 1:00pm-1:30pm $83 16721Saturdays, 1:30pm-2:00pm $83 16722Saturdays, 2:00pm-2:30pm $83 16762Saturdays, 2:30pm-3:00pm $83 16763

neW! special Friends© Special Friends© is a NEW Adapted Swim Lesson class, for all children with Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Fragile X Syndrome and Down’s Syndrome. All swim lessons are one on one, with combined group play activity at the beginning and end of the lesson focusing on swimming, safety, and cooperative skills. Maximum of 5 participants per session; these time slots have been selected because they are quieter times at the pool, with the intention of preventingsensory overload and minimizing distractions. However, if your child is unable to attend during the designated time slots, we will offer alternative times if you contact us about it.

January 3-March 20Ages 3-5Sundays, 11:30am-12:00pm 16614Ages 6-9Sundays, 12:00pm-12:30pm 16615(no class 11/27)$234, member discount $198

January 8-March 18Ages 3-5Fridays, 5:00pm-5:30pm 16616Ages 6-9Fridays, 5:30pm-6:00pm 16617(no class 11/29)$195, member discount $165

neW! You & me on land & sea© You & Me on Land & Sea© is an adapted swim program combined with a relationship-based Parent-Child and Peer Play Group. It was developed by Julie Kingsley and Erin Ruszaj, the Director and Assistant Director of Aquatics at the JCC, in partnership with Sue Bundy-Myrow, PhD. Julie and Erin are both instructor trainers for the American Red Cross who bring a combined 40 years of experience of teaching students with special needs. Sue Bundy-Myrow is a Licensed Psychologist and Theraplay® instructor and supervisor, who specializes in working with developmentally disabled children, teens, and their families. All instructors for the program are Red Cross certified as both lifeguards and water safety instructors and have received additional certification as adapted aquatics instructors. The water component of the class provides lifelong safety and fitness skills in an environment where the hydrostatic pressure of the water provides participants with proprioception and spatial feedback outside of the visual and auditory spectrums. The land-based group session uses principles from Group Theraplay® that promote focused engagement, regulation, and relationship skills through active cooperative play with parents and peers.

January 6-March 16Ages 3-5 Wednesdays, 5:15pm-6:30pm 16658Ages 6-9 Wednesdays, 6:30pm-7:45pm 16660$450, w/member discount $400

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Course Lifeguarding/First Aid certifications are valid for 2 years, CPR/AED certifications are valid for 1 year. If you were previously certified in Lifeguarding/First Aid/ CPR/AED, you can take a review course to recertify. Review courses are scheduled the final day of the full lifeguarding course. The JCC is now offering lifeguarding classes in both traditional and blended learning formats where 10 hours of the course are completed online.

Traditional Lifeguarding ClassSaturdays, January 23, January 30, February 6, February 13, February 20 1:00pm-6:00pm (must attend all) $330, $300 w/member discount 16871

Monday, February 15-Friday, February 19 (February Break) 1:30pm-6:00pm (must attend all) $330, $300 w/member discount 16608

Monday, March 21-Wednesday, March 25 (March Break) 1:30pm-6:00pm (must attend all) $330, $300 w/member discount 16609

Blended Learning Lifeguarding ClassTo participate, participants must complete registration through the JCC and through the American Red Cross’s site at least 48 hours prior to the first class session. Proof of completion for Lessons 1-4 must be presented to the instructor on the first day of class.

Sundays, January 3, January 10, January 17 10:00am-5:00pm (must attend all) $275, $250 w/member discount 16610

Sundays, February 28, March 6, March 13 10:00am-5:00pm (must attend all) $275, $250 w/member discount 16607

Monday, March 14-Thursday 17 (College Spring Break) 10:30am-3:30pm (must attend all) $275, $250 w/member discount 16611

RecertificationTuesday, February 16, Wednesday, February 17 & Saturday, February 20 3:00pm-6:00pm (must attend all) $125, $100 w/member discount 16869

Saturday, March 19 10:00am-7:00pm $125, $100 w/member discount 16618

Tuesday, March 22 & Friday, March 25 1:30pm-6:00pm (must attend both) $125, $100 w/member discount 16619

American Red Cross CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer & Health Care Provider Teaches those with a duty to act in an emergency the skills needed to respond appropriately to breathing and cardiac emergencies. Course components include learning to survey the scene, how to protect the rescuer and victim, providing ventilations, care for choking victims, CPR, and AED. The JCC is now offering lifeguarding classes in both Traditional and Blended Learning formats where 2 hours of the course are completed online.

Traditional CPR/AED ClassSaturday, January 16 1:00pm-5:00pm 16868 $85, $70 w/member discount

Saturday, January 24 10:00am-2:00pm 16569 $85, $70 w/member discount

Saturday, February 21 10:00am-2:00pm 16570 $85, $70 w/member discount

Private American Red Cross Classes The JCC has staff who can teach a variety of American Red Cross courses including CPR/AED for Lifeguarding, the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguard Instructor, Basic Water Rescue, Home Pool Safety, Water Safety Instructor, Babysitting, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, First Aid, and Responding to Emergencies. Call for days and times.

Private Lifeguarding Certification: $400 16572Private Lifeguarding Recertification: $250 16612Private CPR/AED Certification: $175 16621Private CPR/AED Recertification: $125 16571

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Mondays, January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 22, 29, March 75:30pm-9:30pm (must attend all) $400, $350 member discount 16659

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optionsFor more information, contact Dan Rohde (Getzville Fitness Manager) at 204-2254, [email protected], Ann Vorburger (Getzville Fitness) at 204-2070, [email protected], Bob Lajeunesse (Buffalo Fitness) at 886-3172, ext. 411, [email protected] or Julie Kingsley (Getzville Aquatics) at 204-2080, [email protected], Eric Poniatowski (Buffalo Aquatics) at 886-3172, ext. 411, [email protected].

1 on 1 Personal Training individualized attention

•Build strength•Gain endurance & flexibility•Available on land or water•Manage your weight

Small Group Personal Training 2-3 people•Work with a friend at a lower price•Build strength•Gain endurance & flexibility•Manage your weight together!•Available on land or water

Pilates Personal Training 1 hour intro $25, 1 hour session $50 5 sessions, receive 5% discount $237.50 10 sessions, receive 10% discount $450

Semi-Private Pilates Personal Training Single session $60 ($30/person) 5 sessions $142.50, 10 Sessions $270

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Aquatics Personal Training Benefits of Private swim lessons Personal training is for everyone! Children can start as early as 6 months old. We offer private and semi-private lessons to meet your specific needs. A private swim lesson is one on one instruction. Private swim lessons are the most efficient way to learn how to swim. It’s also the least expensive in the long run because skills can be tailored to the individuals’ needs. Learning how to swim properly and smoothly is the route to one of the healthiest forms of exercise and important life skill. A semi-private lesson is two adults or children per instructor. Private lessons are offered 7 days per week. You can practice swimming at a time and day convenient for you. You can request a specific instructor. If your first instructor is not a perfect match, inform the Aquatics Director. He/she will find a more suitable instructor. Private lessons are perfect for individuals with special needs, in post rehab, or who are fearful of the water.

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Tabata Bootcamp™ is a 8 week small group Personal Training program that is based on High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Participants meet in small groups with their trainer for total body workouts combined with metabolic tracking, and 24/7 web support that help deliver amazing body transformation results. Within each 30 minute workout, participants experience short intervals of training that deliver a calorie drenching workout and post metabolic boost (i.e. boosts your metabolism to burn calories after the workout). Then to keep your metabolism boosted, you will receive 6-minute daily web workouts provided to you online from the Tabata Bootcamp™ Website. There, you will have immediate access to track results, monitor successes, and receive support.

FREE Preview Week: January 4th-10th (sign up at the Member Services Desk)

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Join a Personal Trainer with a Team of 2 or 3 people tofocus on your own personal fitness goals. This is a

personal and Team training competition focusedspecifically on weight loss. Each individual on the Team

will be weighed on the Personal Training Studio scale preand post the Operation 90 Days program. Each week yourPersonal Trainer and Team will meet for one hour of small

group training for 12 weeks. Between training sessions, your Personal Trainer will provide a workout routine to

support your fitness goals. Prizes will be awarded to theteam, individual female and male with the greatest weight loss.

January 11- april 3 (training contract must be completed in this time frame)

individual male & female winners -receive 50% of program fees returned!

team winners - each team participantreceives 33% of program fees returned

Sign up now at the Member Services desk. For more information contact ann vorburger (Benderson) at 204-2070 or Bob Lajeunesse (Holland) at 886-3172 x 402.

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group Fitness ClassesFor more information, contact Ann Vorburger (Getzville Fitness) at 204-2070, [email protected],

or Julie Kingsley (Getzville Aquatics) at 204-2080, [email protected],Eric Poniatowski (Buffalo Aquatics) at 886-3172, ext. 411, [email protected].

Classes are FREE to members unless otherwise noted!

In The Water ai ChiA water-based strengthening and relaxation progression that integrates mental, physical and spiritual energy. Deep breathing and slow movements of the arms, legs and torso. Class size is limited.

Weinberg Water Therapy PoolJanuary 5-March 22Tuesdays, 1:30-2:30pm 16661 $162, $135 w/member discount

aQua BooGiE Low impact aerobics, conditioning and ab work in the shallow end. Ongoing

aQuaCisE Osteo-Fit, stretching, cardio & resistance training. Ongoing

aQua ZumBa® / watER iN motioN®

Low impact, high-energy dance in the pool. For all ages and levels. Ongoing

H2-WHOA A fabulous upbeat Sunday morning blend of cardio and resistance training using buoyant weights and noodles. Ongoing

FLExoRCisE Walking, stretching, and range of motion exercises for those with Arthritis or other joint issues. Advanced “Deep Water Flexorcise” class held in the deep end. OngoingFREE w/member discount

Visit www.jccbuffalo.org for the latest schedule with class dates & times!

Holiday class schedules will be posted at www.jccbuffalo.org and on the doors.

On Land 20-20-20 20 minutes of hi/lo aerobics,20 minutes of step, 20 minutes of strength training and abdominals.Ongoing

Adult / CHild YOgA Fun poses and breathing exercises will help you learn. Creative expression by way of movement and joy. No experience or flexibility required. Yoga Studio.

Ages 6-9January 23-February 27Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am

Adult & child: 16644 $108, $84 w/member discountChild only: 16646 $72, $60 w/member discount

Adult / Pre-teen YOgA Learn the basics with your pre-teen while you both build inner and outer strength. Increase focus through poses, breath work and stress management techniques. Sompliments sport, dance and martial arts. No experience or flexibility required. Yoga Studio.

Ages: 10-12 January 23-February 27Saturdays, 10:45-11:45am

Adult & child: 16645 $108, $84 w/member discountChild only: 16647 $72, $60 w/member discount

attaCk YouR CoRE 30 minute combo class of BodyAttack, focusing on agility and stamina and CXWorx, training core muscles. Ongoing

ashtaNGa YoGaBegin with Sun Salutations to warm up and establish a breath/movement connection. Standing, balancing, seated and finishing sequences follow. Work on strength and flexibilitywhile improving balance and focus. Experience is helpful but not required.Ongoing

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In The Water hYDRoRiDER 45 Low impact, high resistance way to help burn calories in the water. Available for personal and small group training. Registration is required, limited to 10 participants.

January 4-March 21Mondays, 8:15-9:00am 16665$150, $96 w/member discount

January 6-March 23 Wednesdays, 8:15-9:00am 16666$150, $96 w/member discount

NEW! January 7-March 24Thursdays, 1:30-2:15pm 16920$150, $96 w/member discount

January 7-March 24Thursdays, 5:45-6:30pm 16919$150, $96 w/member discount

hYDRoRiDER 60 January 4-March 21 Mondays, 5:45-6:45pm 16668$174, $123 w/member discount

NEW! January 7-March 24 Thursdays, 5:45-6:45am 16667$174, $123 w/member discount

January 9-March 26 Saturdays, 7:00-8:00am 16669$174, $123 w/member discount

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iNtRo to swimmiNG An introduction to the fundamentals of swimming. You're never too old to learn to swim, perfect for adults fearful of swimming.

January 9-March 13 Saturdays, 10:00-10:30am 16716 $110, $77 w/member discount

In The Water mastERs REsERvED Lap swim Reserve your own half lap lane for a guaranteed lane for single lap swim without circle swim before the JCC's normal Lap Swim hours. Reservations are booked quarterly and will be available for new registrants every 12-14 weeks. Arrive by6:50am to be let into the building. January 9-March 26 Saturdays, 7:00-8:00am 16874$72, $48 w/member discount

smaLL GRoup iNtERvaL tRaiNiNG Maximize your cardio training. For experienced exercisers. Limited to 15 participants. Registration required.

January 5-March 24 16670 Tuesday/Thursdays, 8:30-9:30am

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watER aERoBiCs Cardio and resistance training for the upper & lower body. Use water weights and aerobics to tone and burn calories.Ongoing

watER ExERCisE A moderate aerobic workout that concentrates on conditioning using water weights. Moves done suspended in deep or shallow water with aqua belt. Ongoing

watER musCLEs 60 minute intense cardio and toning class. Water weights and noodles will tone and strengthen muscles.Ongoing

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or Julie Kingsley (Getzville Aquatics) at 204-2080, [email protected],Eric Poniatowski (Buffalo Aquatics) at 886-3172, ext. 411, [email protected].

Classes are FREE to members unless otherwise noted!

On Land BasiC tRaiNiNG Strength training, agility drills, and high-intensity intervals. Ignite your metabolism, strength and core control.Ongoing

BEGiNNER hatha YoGa Foundational postures (asana) and conscious breathing (Pranayama) in a instructional way, allowing time to connect breath and feel the body in the pose while adjustments are made. Each class provides the confidence to move to an intermediate class. Perfect for those new to yoga. Ongoing

BEGiNNER mat piLatEs A mind body discipline which uses breathing with exercises to develop core control and Pilates which develops mental power and control.Ongoing

BoDYattaCk™ Cardio workout that improves your speed, fitness, strength and agility. Easy moves.Ongoing

BoDYpumpThe original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. Challenges your major muscle groups by using squats, presses, lifts and curls.Ongoing

CxwoRx Hones in on the torso and sling muscles that connect your upper and lower body. Great for tightening your tummy and butt. Improve strength and assist in injury prevention. Ongoing

CYCLiNG Warm-up, steady up-tempo cadences, sprints, climbs and cool downs. You control the resistance to adjust difficulty. Ongoing

On Land GENtLE YoGa Rejuvenate and heal the body. Blankets, blocks, and bolsters are used to allow the body to fully achieve each position comfortably. This class is at a slower pace and focuses on stretching all areas of the body, while releasing stress and tension.Ongoing

hatha YoGaHatha Yoga uses postures and conscious breathing in combination with mental focus to develop awareness, strength, flexibility and relaxation. BeginnerOngoing

iNtERmEDiatE hatha YoGaUse postures (asana) and conscious breathing (Pranayama) to develop awareness, strength, flexibility and relaxation. This class has quick movements and is flow based. Great for those aware of pose names and positions.Ongoing

mat & BaRRE piLatEs A mind-body discipline which uses breathing and exercises todevelop core control. Build a balanced, aligned frame with strong flexible muscles. Uses the Barre for the core, feet, legs, and hips in weight-bearing positions. An intro private session may help if you have no experience. Ongoing

On Land sENioR YoGaFit Yoga class geared to seniors and those with special conditions. Our primary focus is deep breathing and relaxation. Senior YogaFit may be performed in a chair or using props to facilitate poses. Beginner Ongoing

siLvERsNEakERs® CaRDio Safe, healthy and gentle on the joints. Includes easy low-impact movement and upper body strength, abdominal conditioning, stretching and relaxation exercises.Ongoing

siLvERsNEakERs® CLassiCIncrease strength and movement for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing, and a SilverSneakers ball are used for resistance. A chair is used for support.Ongoing

swEat ‘N sCuLptCombines step and kickboxing moves followed by endurance training. Free-weights or floor work for core muscles.Ongoing

tai Chi Practice movement without straining joints and muscles. Develop a coordination of mindand body, release stress, strengthen and stretch the body, improving flexibility and balance.Ongoing

tigHten uP/StretCH it OutImprove flexibility with a powerful and relaxing workout promoting strength and body awareness. Work your abs with exercises that strengthen,tone, and define.Ongoing

On Land viNYasa YoGaClasses offer students a greater challenge. Once postures are mastered, students are taught to transition their postures in a breath synchronized motion. intermediate-advancedOngoing

wERQ This fun dance fitness class is based on pop, rock and hip-hop songs and easy, high-energy dance steps, for “dancers and nondancers”. Use dance steps and yoga-inspired static stretching.Ongoing

YoGa Encompasses the mind, body, and spirit while improving flexibility, strength and relaxation.Ongoing

YoGaFit Warm up, sun salutations, work phase, standing balances and then a cool down with seated and supine work as well as deep stretching. Poses are linked to create strength, flexibility, endurance and balance. intermediateOngoing

ZumBa® Ditch the workout and join the party. Come work up a sweat in this blast of a class!Ongoing

ZumBa® GoLDDesigned for the active older adult or beginner. The same great music at a lower intensity.Ongoing

ZumBa® stEp Combines the toning and strengthening power of step aerobics with the funZumba fitness. Ongoing

Visit www.jccbuffalo.org for the latest schedule with class dates & times!

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Take part in lively discussions about currentevents on the international, national and local scene.Facilitator: Jack ReganOngoing10:30am-12:00pm

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A weekly program of speakers, music, or films on many subjects. Schedule are available in the Lobby. 10:30am

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New Yorker Magazine

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Join an informal gathering of people interested in discussing the articles, poetry, fiction, reviews found weekly in the New Yorker. Facilitators: Peter Gold & Liz Clark March 3-May 2610:30am-12:00pm 16745 $25, $18 w/member discount

Studio In Art Class

explore paint, pen & ink, pastels, collage and more. Instructor Russell Ram will guide you. Display your work in the Bunis Art Gallery.January 28-March 311:00pm-3:00pm 16641$135, $110 w/member discount

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experience the fun of reading short storiesaloud and discussingthem in a small group. We will start with selected authors and continue with group suggestions. Facilitator: elaine ReganMarch 7-May 26 10:30am-12:00pm 16740$25, $18 w/member discount

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The JCC Choir has openingsfor people who like to sing Jewish and secular music. Ongoing, every other week 7:00pm-8:30pm 16561$99 for the year

Cards & Mah Jongg

Canasta, Mah Jongg, Poker, Scrabble or Bridge players. Bring your group! Let us know you are coming. Monday-Friday afternoons$18, members FRee 16906

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A discussion of issues and events led by Richard Handel.Ongoing 1:00pm 16902 $18, members FRee

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An informal, peer-led discussion about timely articles, poetry, fiction, and cartoons found in the New Yorker Magazine. Limited to 15 participants. Facilitator: Sheila ShapiroMarch 1-May 3 10:30am-12:30pm 16897 $25, $18 w/member discount

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Shakespeare is generally acknowledged to be one of the greatest writers in the history of the world, but what makes him such a great writer? After all, most of his plots are borrowed, his language is artificial-no one actually spoke in iambic pentameter verses-and his plays are full of bawdy puns. And yet he is indeed a great writer. In this class we will read five plays (Midsummer Night's

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The Tempest) and try to discover just what makes them so great that we still read and see them four hundred years after they were written. Facilitator: Dr. Theodore Steinberg (SUNY Fredonia)March 2-May 4 10:30am-12:00pm 16900$30, $25 w/member discount

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The JCC Yiddish Club will meet every other Wednesday. All Yiddish speakers and those who just understand are welcome. This is not a class, but a chance to practice the Yiddish you know, learn a little more, share stories and have a few laughsOngoing 1:00pm

Red Hat Ladies

The JCC has an active group of ladies who meet weekly to play Canasta, go out and have formed a special bond. Our main goal is to laugh, have fun and enjoy all that life has to offer. A JCC membership is requires (full or social). Contact Rhona Gallman ([email protected]) for details if you are interested in joining us!$18 and a yearly sunshine 16904 fund of $10, members FRee

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experience the fun of readingshort stories aloud and discussing them with a group. The readings will cover short stories from classic world literature and texts by contemporary American, european and Latin American writers. Stories recommended by participants are welcome.Facilitator: Regina GrolMarch 3-May 51:00pm-2:30pm 16899$30, member discount $25

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Sheila Shapiro (Buffalo) at 886-3172 x 470, [email protected]. Registration can be done at the JCC or on-line.

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FEB 4-FEB 28, 2016The night after their grandfather’s funeral, three cousins engage in a verbal (and sometimes physical) battle. In onecorner is Daphna Feygenbam, a “Real Jew” who is volatile, self-assured and unbending. In the other is her stubborncousin Liam, a secular and entitled man,who has his shiksa (not Jewish) girlfriend, Melody, in tow. Stuck in the middle is Liam’s brother, Jonah, who tries to stay out of the fray. When Liam stakes claim to their grandfather’s necklace, a vicious and hilarious brawl over family, faith and legacy ensues.Winner of Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play for 2013-14 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations

DirEctED By StEvE vaughanStarringArin Lee Dandes, Jamie Nablo,Adam Rath & Nick Stevens

Mar 31-apr 24, 2016Sid Silver is a man obsessed. When he learns about a young girl named Anne Frank and her extraordinary diary, Silver makes it his mission to ensure her tale is heard. But is the manuscript a work of art? A cultural treasure? Once publishers and producers get involved, it becomes “a very valuable product” - and his good intentions prove to be his undoing.“Fascinating…The puppets eloquently express one of the play’s major themes: how real life differs from stage life, how theater lies even when it tells the truth.” - NY Times.

DirEctED By Saul ElkinStarringRay Boucher, Peter Palmisano& Anne Roaldi

Save $ with a 2 play subscription! general Subscription - $70, Senior Subscription - $65

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The JCC educates youth, provides services for seniors, provides a home for growing families and creates an environmentthat embraces all members of the Buffalo community regardless of background. Surprisingly, membership fees cover only30 % of the revenue it takes to keep our JCC running. We need your financial support so that we may enrich our community.

You can make a donation in honor of, or in memory of someone, or as a get well wish, or to celebrate an anniversary,new baby, or life event in any denomination. A card will be sent to the recipient with your name on it and also acknowledged in a future program guide. To make a donation, come in to either JCC and pick up a donation form. Planned giving opportunities which can provide income during your lifetime can be arranged through the Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies.

The Jewish Community Center gratefully acknowledges and thanks the following for their contributions of $10 or more.We regret any omissions or errors. Donations since mid May through October 20, 2015 have been made to:

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Tereffe Asrat & Lois WeisIrving Atlas in Memory of Gloria (Snitzer) AtlasRuth AxlerodBernice BaeumlerRussell Baker & Ruth Ellen Bunis in Honor of David Bunis and the JRT Bar/Bat Mitzvah yearJudge Lisa Bloch RodwinPam & Matt BuehlerThe Bureau of Jewish Education In Appreciation to Saul Elkin for teaching a class on "My Name is Asher Lev"M.Cheryl Butensky & Don BartlettSusan & Alan CarrelJoyce & Philip Celniker in Honor of Saul ElkinCity MattressJudith Clarke & Alan Dozoretz in Honor of Leslie GreenbaumGregory P. CofieldJanet & David DesmonMike Donatelli, in honor of his mother, Sophia VefferIrene DwigansMarsha EdelmanBarry & Cynthia EpsteinJerre & Amy FeaginMarcia FintonLeonard & Ellen Freed in Honor of their daughter Susan Freed-OestreicherGeorge & Bodil GellmanBarbara & Irwin GinsbergGordon R Gross & Gretchen S GrossEdwin P. HartLynn & Richard Hirsch in Honor of Marcie FrankelJeffrey & Shelley HirshbergVirginia F. HubbardDonald JosephMark & Elaine KarlinDr. & Mrs. Kenneth A. KellickIlene Alt & Rick KollinsDaniel & Chana KotzinMichael Kugel

Fran KurtzCharles & Renata LefcourtAndree & Joel LippesPeter & Beth LoehrSheila & Leonard LondonHillel & Annette MagidGinger & David Maiman in Honor of David BunisGinger & David Maiman in Honor of Marcie FrankelGinger & David Maiman in Honor of the Marriage of Jane Feller & Dan GurskeyEileen & Jerry MarkzonEthel & Dick Melzer in Honor of David Bunis & Saul Elkin Bar/Bat Mitzvah YearBill & Pam NordstromRebecca & Jeff OshlagPeter & Janet OstrowMichael & Fran PaskowitzRolene & Louis PozarnyKathy Corff Rogers & Kenneth RogersMary Anne RokitkaIna & J. Herbert ScheerBernie & Ellen SchenklerS & J SchwartzMaxine & Bob SellerIris & Uriel Shore In Memory of Yael ShoreHerbert M. SiegelBarbara & Michael SitrinJoanne SlocumSusan & Richard Tobe in Honor of Leslie M. Greenbaum Esq. & JRT Bar/Bat Mitzvah year!John Visco in Memory of my wife Barbara ViscoMort & Ellen WeintraubAlan WishnoffBarbara & Jack YellenLaura YellenToni Young

To the Jewish Repertory Theatre

in Honor of David Bunis's 80th

Birthday

Janice Axelrod & Heyward EhrlichBetty BakerJenifer Bunis

Mollie BunisArlene BunisLinda & Amrom ChodosEllen DrexlerMarvin & Marcia FrankelKitty GoldmanAnita GoldsteinKathy & Richard GordonPatricia HarrisLen & Judy KatzArlyne & Richard LepieDavid & Ginger MaimanToby & Barry MuskatSusan NusbaumBarbara & Jonathan ReichertAlice & Bob RosenthalAdrienne Rothstein GraceAlfred & Nadine SteinDr. Elisabeth Zausmer & Dr. Angel Gutierrez

All For One

Bernice BaeumlerEstate of Sheldon KurtzmanThomas LizardoThe Great Books Group

In Memory Of

Mr. & Mrs. David H Alexander in Memory of Diana G. BeckerDavid Oestreicher & Susan Freed-Oestreicher in Memory of Diana Becker

In Honor Of

Marvin & Marcie Frankel in Honor of Izzy Bleckman's Special BirthdayHarold M & Susan H Halpern in Honor of the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Ralph & Gail KushnerDorothy Hartzburg a gift for the Camp Centerland Special FundTracy Jacobowitz in Honor of Rise Kulick's BirthdayJerald & Terri Kasimov in Honor of the Gretchen S. Gross Omanut CenterWayne Lippman in Honor of the Rein Family AmphitheatreBarbara Markel in Honor of Lynn Hirsch's Special BirthdayGetelle Rein in Honor of her son Howard Rein's BirthdayParviz & Barbara Taefi in Honor of Karla Wiseman and Adult Programming at the JCCJeffrey & Robyn Zimmer in Honor of the Rein Family


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Member Referral Rewards

When a friend of family member joins the JCC you will have a choice of either two free half hour personal training sessions or one half hour of massage*. The more you spreadthe word about the JCC, the more you can take advantageof this special offer. Certain restrictions may apply.

•Member referral rewards (MRR) are valid only on recruitment of new annual fitness memberships. •Sponsoring member must be a current annual member at the time recruited member joins. •This does not apply to Healthy Benefits, SilverSneakers, Prime, Silver & Fit and Senior Social memberships. •No cash reimbursement. •MRR is NOT retroactive. Request must be processed at time of joining.•They must put your name on their membership application. Questions? Please call 688-4033.

Does Your Child Wish They Had AJCC Access Card?

We are now issuing access cards for children ages 10 and up. Please stop by the Member Services Desk at either location to have your child’s picture taken and a card issued.

about our JCC

Our Mission

The mission of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo, Inc. (“JCC”) is to build and strengthen the Jewish and Western New York communities by providing recreational, educational, cultural and social programs and services that are consistent with Jewish values. The JCC’s vision is “Building Community and Enriching Lives.” The JCC welcomes people of all ages, faiths

and backgrounds. The JCC is committed to superior customer service and standards of excellence. We take great pride in our organization and the work we do. We hope your experience at the JCC is a wonderful one. If you have any feedback that you’d like to share with the JCC, please send an e-mail to [email protected].

Has Your Credit Card Or Bank Account Changed?

Don’t forget to notify the JCC if the card or account you are using for your payments has changed. Change of Payment forms are available at both Member Services Desks or contact stacey Block in the Accounting Department at 204-2077 or [email protected] and she will e-mail one to you. Declined payments may result in additional fees.

Guest Passes

Guest passes are available on our website at jccbuffalo.org for anyone wishing to try out the JCC! Limit one per prospective member.

What's Not To “Like”?

Find out about new classes, last minute changes and exciting happenings around the “J” when you like us on facebook/jccbuffalo.

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We send e-newsletters so that you can be in the “know” on everything JCC related! Watch for it every week!

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How To Get To The JCCIn Getzville: 2640 North Forest Road ¼ mile North West of Audubon Parkway next to the Weinberg Campus. Metro bus refer to a schedule for times.

Contact us: Phone: (716) 688-4033 Fax: (716) 688-3572

In Buffalo: 787 Delaware Road at the corner of Summer Street. Metro bus refer to a schedule for times.

Contact us: Phone: (716) 886-3145 Fax: (716) 961-0863

Website: www.jccbuffalo.org

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Have you noticed

our new Logo?

As we're sure you have seen, we've started changing our look over the past few months!

We have started to adopt the JCC Association's National branding logo. The “J” stands for Jewish and also for JCC: the welcoming environment that transcends differences, creating an atmosphere where anything is possible. The logo is designed to look like a periodic table element. “Element J” is the strand of DNA that ties together everything we do.

We see it in our camps, our early childhood classrooms, our fitness centers - and beyond. In fact, it’s true of all the amazing array of offerings that comprise our JCC... “Element J” gives everything a special something!

Our JCCs are a hub of community engagement, and the center for Jewish life. The “J”s all around the United states have become destinations for people to live up to their inspirations and dreams. This is the internal concept at the heart of our brand.

Just add J.

The “J” connects all of the individual, unique communities and programs that we do together.

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A Celebration of

Sunday, May 15

Join us for activities, games, a concert and a candle lighting ceremony.More information to follow.

save The Date!

Benderson

Benderson Family Building2640 North Forest Road, Suite 100Getzville, New York 14068Tel: 688-4033 Fax: 688-3572www.jccbuffalo.org

Holland Family Building787 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, New York 14209Tel: 886-3145 Fax: 961-0864

Be a parT of The JCC CommuniTy

https://www.facebook.com/jccbuffalohttp://pinterest.com/jccbuffalohttps://twitter.com/jccbuffalo

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HoursFitness Center Sun 8:00 am-6:00 pm

Mon-Thur 5:30 am-10:00 pm

Fri 5:30 am-6:00 pm

Sat 8:00 am-6:00 pm

Aquatics Facilities Sun 8:00 am-5:30 pm


Fri 5:30 am-5:30 pm

Sat 8:00 am-3:30 pm

Benderson Family Building

Fitness Center Sun 8:00 am-6:00 pm


Fri 5:30 am-6:00 pm

Sat 8:00 am-6:00 pm

Aquatics Facilities Sun 8:00 am-5:30 pm


Fri 5:30 am-5:30 pm

Sat 8:00 am-5:30 pm

Holland Family Building

Holiday HoursThursday, December 24 ChRistmas EvE Center CLOSES 6:00 pm

Friday, December 25 ChRistmas DaY Fitness/Aquatics OPEN 8:00 am-3:00 pm

Business offices/KP/EC CLOSEd

Thursday, December 31 NEw YEaR’s EvE Center CLOSES 6:00 pm

Friday, January 1 NEw YEaR’s DaY Fitness/Aquatics OPEN 8:00 am-3:00 pm

Business offices/KP/EC CLOSEd

tu B’shvat Known as “the Birthday of the Trees” Tu B’Shvat starts on February 3 at sundown. In celebration of the holiday, we eat olives, pomegranates, dates, figs and grapes grown in the trees that are mentioned in the Torah.

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