Virtual JCC Resources

Knitting at 1pm on Wednesday, May 25th only

Do you love to sing? Broadway show tunes? Songs from the 60s, 70s and upwards? Classic Israeli songs? The two of us, Miriam Adler and Miriam Liebermann, have been singing and harmonizing together for decades. It’s finally time to share our passion with you! Come join us as we gather around the piano for an afternoon of music, joy and laughter as we travel lightyears back in time! Song sheets will be distributed. Don’t forget your reading glasses!!

There is no charge for this program, which is for women only.

Please contact Rachayle for next date and further information.

Zoom Book Club with Liz Ropers

The remarkable, little-known story of Belle da Costa Greene, J. P. Morgan’s personal librarian—who became one of the most powerful women in New York despite the dangerous secret she kept in order to make her dreams come true, from New York Times bestselling author Marie Benedict and acclaimed author Victoria Christopher Murray.

The Instant New York Times Bestseller! A Good Morning America* Book Club Pick!

Named one of the Best Books of the Year by The Washington Post
“Historical fiction at its best!”*

Tuesday, May 31st
3:00 pm
on zoom

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 819 5247 4187
Passcode: 005669

Rachayle Deutsch
Cultural Arts and Education Director
Kadima Program Coordinator
rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org
(516) 569-6733 x 222

“Libi ba’mizrach, v’anochi b’sof ma’arav – My heart Is In The East and I Am In The West“

Eretz Yisrael and Medinat Yisrael: Our Home, Our Land, Our Essence

An exciting all-new 4 part spring series with Michal Horowitz exploring insights related to the Holy Land

$15 per class

Registration and payment for the classes includes  MP3 recordings.

4 Tuesdays 11:30 am on zoom

Part IV
June 14
Yom Yerushalayim

Rachayle Deutsch
Cultural Arts and Education Director
Kadima Program Coordinator
rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org
(516) 569-6733 x 222

WE ALL  HAVE A LOT ON OUR MINDS RIGHT NOW.  LET’S TALK ABOUT IT – IN HEBREW!

Rachayle Deutsch
Cultural Arts and Education Director
Kadima Program Coordinator
rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org
(516) 569-6733 x 222

Rachayle Deutsch
Cultural Arts and Education Director
Kadima Program Coordinator
rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org
(516) 569-6733 x 222

NYLAG has added a new webinar for our clients – Student Loan Relief Under CARES Act.  The webinar can be accessed at link below.  This is the third in their series – previous webinars:  1) General Financial Management Advice-Covid 19 and 2) NYS Unemployment Insurance and Federal Benefits.

Key Issues Addressed in Student Loan Webinar (about 15 minutes):

• Which student loans are covered under the CARES Act
• How to identify your loans
• Administrative forbearance on interest and principal
• Interest rates and coverage period
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness during the forbearance
• Defaulted student loans
• Credit agencies
• Private student loans

Individual consultations with Mark Alpert, NYLAG financial advisor, can be arranged by contacting Rachayle (516) 569-6733 ext. 222 or by e-mailing rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org.

R.I.S.E.
Resources, Inspiration, Support, Education

During this unprecedented time in our lives we have all had to make changes and adjustments.  The NechamaComfort team wants you to know that we are here for you and are currently holding our meetings via zoom. Women and men are welcome.

If you are interested in participating, email nechama.groups@gmail.com with your name, phone number, and location (city). We will send an invitation with the Zoom link via email the day before the scheduled group.

Please remember that we are continuing to offer the same support and guidance to you and your family. Please do not hesitate to reach out. 1(833)nechama.

$45 for the full six weeks and masks are required. Contact Judy Goldberg for more details.

Next session:
June 7, 2022 7:00 PM

Please email judy.goldberg@guraljcc.org or call 516-569-6733 ext 224

If you are vaccinated, we hope you will be there when we meet again in person! – (if you are traveling to Israel please contact Rachayle)

Everyone RSVP your attendance. Looking forward to seeing everyone!

Please contact Rachayle for location.

The LIFE programs are sponsored by the generosity of the J.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation.

Congregation Beth Shalom
390 Broadway, Lawrence

Please contact Mary Sheffield for further information (mary.sheffield@guraljcc.org).

For further information, call Judy Goldberg, LMSW at 516-569-6733 ext 224 or email judy.goldberg@guraljcc.org.

We are extremely excited to start this school year off with you and can’t wait to see you all walk through our doors once again!!! Get ready to have a blast with our new and already established programs, classes and clubs at the Russian Division starting September 19th at the Harrison-Kerr Family Campus, 140 Central Ave, Lawrence, NY 11559.

To register for classes, please contact:
Yulia Gross
yulia.gross@guraljcc.org
(516) 569-6733 x 214

RUSSIAN LANGUAGE CLASSES
Instructor – Yulia Golbin
Ages: All
Day/Time: to be determined

All levels of Russian language classes are offered for children and adults. Level evaluation is available by appointment only. Levels of classes are based on age and verbal proficiency.

Fee per session: $23

THE “BUTTERFLY” CHILDREN’S THEATRE
Instructor – Edith Galperin
Sundays

Intermediate (ages 4-7): 11:00am-12pm
Advanced (age 7+): 12-1:30pm

In our theatre, children will develop performance skills, public speaking, and adapt to the theatre environment. Humorous and joyful poetry, innovative verses, heart-warming monologues, genuine and original presentations will bring every household proud smiles and lots of laughter & happiness guaranteed! Everyone who loves dancing and singing, transforming into different characters from stories or creating their own fairy tale – we are here for you to explore your talents. We invite all children ages 4 and up. Our core preparatory gurus await their artists!

Fee per session: $21 beginners, $26 advanced

CHESS AND LOGICAL GAMES
Instructor – Anatoliy Tonkonogiy
Senior Master in Chess

Mondays

Beginners (age 6+): 5:00-5:45pm
Advanced (age 9+, MUST have experience): 6:00-7:30pm

This class will teach the principles of chess, while allowing students to compete in a fun and friendly atmosphere. This course facilitates the development of analytical skills, concentration, and memory. This course will help prepare children for tournaments.

Fee per session: $27.50/beginners, $35.00/advanced
Discount packages available, call for details

TEXTILE ARTS, KNITTING, SEWING AND BEYOND

Instructor – Irina Gun Slezinger
Experienced Couture & Fashion Designer

Mondays

Beginners (age 9+, no experience necessary): 5:00-5:45pm
Advanced (All, some experience preferred): 6:00-7:30pm

If you want to create something special by your own hands – this program is for you! Not only will you get to learn the basics of crocheting, sewing by hand and beautifully design your own patterns, you get to keep your creations for long memories to last. This course will teach you how to utilize your inner designer potential and make extraordinary gifts for yourself and your loved ones.

Fee per session: $20/beginners, $23/advanced; *class materials NOT included*

Discount packages available, call for details

“SCRATCH” YOURSELF
Instructor – Anastacia Zavyalova
Engineer/Graphics Developer

Wednesdays

Introductory course (age 8 – 16): 5:00-6:00pm

Why Scratch? Because it is the best engineering program for all ages! We will teach you how to expand your knowledge in technology. This program will carefully take you step-by-step through numeral obstacles of structural and graphic concepts in modern architecture, building and design. During the lessons, the children will create interactive projects: cartoons, games and simulations. Scratch was created as a continuation of the Logo language and Lego constructor. Get ready for some awesome creations!

Fee per session: $18.50

*The Scratch application is FREE and can be used not only on computers/laptops but also on mobile devices and tablets*

COLORISTIC VIBRATIONS
Instructor – Hakob Hakobyan
Professional Artist

Wednesdays

All ages: 6:00-7:30pm

Incredibly colorful, contemporary and educational art is offered to be learned. This program is created to teach how to draw, sketch, and paint. Fueled by dreams, emotions, memories and visions of the future, this course employs a vibrant palette of colors to impart the beauty of our everyday life. This class is an excellent source of a rich learning environment for children and adults, which will lay the foundation for easy mastering of painting principles.

Fee per session: $23.50; *class materials NOT included*

RUSSIAN SOCIAL CLUB “U SAMOVARA”
Instructor – Yulia Golbin (in collaboration with guest appearances)
Experienced Russian Language Teacher

Sundays – Time to be determined
Age: 13+

If you are a Russian-speaking teenager interested in improving your communication skills, sharing your creative ideas with peers, and giving back to the community, “U Samovara” might be just the right club for you! One of the best things that gives all of us the sense of purpose is helping others, making new friends, engaging in intellectually challenging tasks, and seeking personal growth and improvement. This is what we strive to do in our club. We will provide a safe, friendly, fun and intellectually stimulating environment to collaborate, compete, discuss and create. In terms of our activities, there are plenty of fun competitions, trivia-like games, consultations with various field experts, career development meetings, helping seniors and much, much more. Join us to create a better future!

Fee per session: $23

MUSIC WITH MOMMY (AGE 3)
Instructor – Edith Galperin
Sundays: 10-11:00am

Come witness your child’s first steps on the stage, first dance, first applause and first success of a young artist. This program invites 3-year-old children to participate in lessons that teach music and rhythm. Dance games and lively lessons with musical instruments and sports equipment will help our participants understand the basics of music and dance, building self-confidence and performance skills.

Fee per session: $25

THE LITERARY CLUB “SUNDAY READING DELIGHT”
Instructor – Veronika Litvinova (in collaboration with famous guest appearances)
Radio host and social media developer

Alternating Sundays
Ages 16+: 11am – 12pm

Intensive study of the Russian language based on Russian and international literary classic and modern authors. Members of this club will have an opportunity to have in-depth discussions on their own favorite books, explore the choices of others, and analyze new literary works. This club will unveil the motives behind writers’ ideas, learn about their biographies and production surroundings. This informal and creative environment will encourage communication skills and develop better conversational and social interactions between its members. We will have a variety of authors, critics, journalists, and other guests of honor to join us in our pleasant and delightful literary discussions!

Fee per session: $25

TABLE TENNIS PING PONG MADNESS
Sport coach – Roman Yagudayev

Ages: 16+, all levels welcomed
Sundays – time to be determined

Whether you are picking up a paddle for the very first time, or you are a professional player looking to learn new ping pong tricks – we’ve got you covered. Learn the world of table tennis and enjoy your game with us!

Fee per session: $15
Private lessons: $35 for 45 mins

REGULATORY COVID-19 IMPACT STATEMENT NY STATE OF HEALTH
This disclosure informs you that it is required by NYS Law to wear a mask at all times while engaging in educational activities of any sort. This implementation is subject to change upon further notice. For more information please visit www.coronavirus.health.ny.gov