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Special Events at the JCC

Throughout the year, JCC MetroWest hosts a variety of Special Events and Programs.

 As each program or event gets closer - come back to see the details!

Some of our programs include:

     Celebrations at Sundown Presents:

Olympics Night (Sponsored by Modell's sporting Goods)
January 21,2012

Divas & Dudes Disco Night
March 10,2012

 

Toast of the Town - March 3, 2012

To learn about sponsorship opportunities click here

 

Kids Extravaganza - March 4, 2012

 

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Gaelen Center for the Arts

Something for everyone . . . Close to home!

Our Gaelen Center for the Arts features professional performances of the highest caliber in the Maurice Levin Theater, community arts programs, and art classes led by experienced instructors in professional studios. Each season is filled with fascinating and entertaining events for all ages.

For more information, contact Carol Berman, 973-530-3421, cberman@jccmetrowest.org.

Order Tickets Here

www.boxofficetickets.com/jccmetrowest


Visit our new JCC Maccabi section for more information on the JCC Maccabi ArtsFest


JCC Book Group

 

January

Who By Fire, by Diana Spechler

Wednesday, January 11, 11:00 AM
Thursday, January 12, 7:30 PM

 Dec book

  Sharp and captivating, Who by Fire deftly explores what happens when people try to rescue one another. Bits and Ash were children when the kidnapping of their younger sister, Alena-an incident for which Ash blames himself-caused an irreparable family rift. Thirteen years later, Ash is living as an Orthodox Jew in Israel, cutting himself off from his mother, Ellie, and his wild-child sister, Bits. But soon he may have to face them again; Alena's remains have finally been uncovered. Now Bits is traveling across the world in a bold and desperate attempt to bring her brother home and salvage what's left of their family.

Please click here for a listing of all upcoming book group meetings!


Upcoming Events

Jennifer Levine ☻Paintings

January 8 - February 26

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sculpture Affiliates of New Jersey ☻Sculpture

 

 

Contact: Lisa Suss 973-530-3413 (lsuss@jccmetrowest.org)  

 

Check out our School of the Arts

 



JCC MetroWest Children's Production Company

Presents


  This witty, tongue-in-cheek retelling of a perennial favorite gives us a
possessive mother who happens to be a witch, a tentative young man who
happens to be a prince and a strong-willed but naïve young girl with the
longest hair you're ever likely to come across – not to mention a
contemporary moral about parent-child relationships which will have
young audiences rejoicing. With a book and lyrics by two creators of
the hit television show Friends, rest assured this fairy tale isn't going to be business as usual!

Audition Info:

Prepare an up-tempo song (happy birthday is fine!) to sing a cappella - be prepared to dance.  Come either date or time listed for yoru age group, but be prepared to stay about an hour.  There is a participation fee to be in the show.

Mini-Stars (grades K-1) Auditions

Sunday, January 8 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Monday, January 9 3:30pm-4:30pm

Rehearsals will be one day a week from 4:00pm-5:30pm

Kid-Stars (grades 2-6)

Sunday, January 8   2:30pm-4:30pm
Monday, January 9  5:00pm-7:00pm

Rehearsals will be on Sundays from 1:00pm-5:00pm and one night during the week depending on role.


Show Info:

Thursday, March 15 at 7:00pm (kid-stars)
Saturday, March 17 at 8:00pm (kid-stars)
Sunday, March 18 at 1:00pm (mini-stars)
Sunday, March 18 at 3:00pm (kid stars)

 

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About SBMC Wellness Institute

Saint Barnabas Wellness Institute at JCC MetroWest

Welcome to the Saint Barnabas Wellness Institute 

This new partnership brings the expertise of the premier healthcare provider in the region directly to our Members and Guests. Saint Barnabas Medical Center will offer a full range of therapeutic, rehabilitation, health education, and wellness programs & services right here at the Cooperman JCC in West Orange.

NEW FOR 2012 — BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS

1st  and 3rd Thursday of each month; 9:30-10:30 AM  (Wellness Institute)         

11 AM-Noon (Margulies senior center)   *Compliments of Barnabas Hospice and Palliative Care

1st Tuesday of each month; 9:30- 11:30 AM (Wellness Institute)   *Compliments of Barnabas Home Health Services

The Navigator Is In

Heidi Rinsky Schnapp, M.A., CSW, your JCC Health Services Navigator, is available onsite in the Wellness Institute office, Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm or by appointment. Consider her a liaison between you and the extensive roster of physicians, clinicians, and medical services available at the Saint Barnabas Medical Center and its Barnabas Health affiliates.

Please stop by to visit; email HSchnapp@barnabashealth.org, or call 973-322-5620

 

 

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School of the Arts

JCC MetroWest School of the Arts

The JCC MetroWest School of the Arts is a perfect place for children and adults to begin their own artistic journey. SOTA celebrates the process, performance and enjoyment of art, dance, and music, enriching the lives of people throughout the MetroWest area.

Art

SOTA offers studio art classes and workshops for all ages, taught by a dedicated faculty of experienced artists and art educators. In the studios, students are encouraged to experiment with materials and explore a variety of ways to interpret their ideas in art.

Early Childhood

  • Creative Construction
  • Creative Clay
  • Fun with Clay
  • Art Explorer
  • Children's Art Therapy Groups at JCC MetroWest

Grade School

  • Draw, Paint, Create!
  • Ceramics I
  • Collossal Creations

Adults

  • Adult Ceramics • Handbuilding
  • Art Lovers Odyssey
  • Painting Workshop

Dance

Kids, teens and adults at all levels of training can take classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, and more. Our professional faculty are committed to a positive, supportive approach to ensure that our students develop into strong, injury-free dancers and confident individuals.

Early Childhood

  • Pre-Ballet
  • Ballet 1
  • Ballet and Tap
  • Big Kids on Broadway Musical Theater
  • Hip Hop
  • Happy Nappers - Pre-Ballet

Grade School

  • Ballet & Tap
  • Hip Hop I
  • Big Kids Sing Sing Sing

 

Teens

Fischell Jazz Dance Fellowship

For more information about any of the dance classes listed above please contact Melissa Brody (School of the Arts Assistant Manager) at mbrody@jccmetrowest.org

Music/Improvisation/Film

We offer a variety of experiences for our students to enjoy - from voice and piano lessons, to specialty classes, to our film series. SOTA provides a well-rounded artistic experience to the culturally inclined individual.

All Ages

  • Percussion Lessons
  • Piano Lessons
  • Voice Lessons

Adults

  • Explore Your Groove
  • Adult Improvisation
  • NJJFF Reel Film Series

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Aquatics Home

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We proudly offer

  • Professional instructors trained through the American Red Cross.
  • Learning made fun in a secure environment.
  • A balanced program that teaches swimming skills and how to be safe in the water.
  • A comprehensive swimming and water safety program for everyone in the family-from infancy to adulthood.

View our AQUATICS brochure. [pdf]

Log in to your Aquatics School Account

JCC MetroWest
Aquatics School

Proudly Offering
American Red Cross Programming

More options... Greater convenience... Superior service...

We are delighted to welcome you to the JCC MetroWest Aquatics School.Our aquatic classes for infants through senior adults are open to JCC members and the public. Please be aware that before you can register for a class, your child must be evaluated* by one of our ARC certified Water Safety instructors.

All evaluations are 15 minute sessions and can be scheduled by calling the Aquatics Department at 973-530-3522 or 973-530-3423. *Evaluations are not needed for Parent/Child or Adult Learn to Swim Classes.

JCC Aquatics School monthly fees are charged the 13th of each month for the following month's tuition. JCC Member's please note that your JCC discount will be applied when we process your payment. Thank you for your understanding.


Our Pools

  • 25 yard Helen Messing Memorial Pool (graduated depth 3.5 ft. to 9ft.)
  • 25 yard Ken Heyman Memorial Pool (4 ft. depth)

Comments

We want to hear what you think!

Give us feedback on classes, programs, special events, customer service, or anything else that matters to you.

Contact Kathy Torre at ktorre@jccmetrowest.org.

 

 

 

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Fitness

Premier Fitness Center

  • 20,000 sq ft. Premier Fitness Center
  • Over 110 pieces of strength and cardio equipment with individual flat panel televisions.
  • Two Heated Pools
  • Indoor Walking Track
  • Racquetball & Basketball Court
  • Complimentary Kid Care
  • Indoor Parking

Group Exercise Classes

  • 150 Group Exercise Classes 

            Including:

           

             

Piloxing is a High Energy Fusion of Pilates, Boxing and Dance! We are the only fitness center in the Suburban Essex area to offer this exciting new class.

Check out the complete group exercise schedule here

Membership at JCC MetroWest welcomes all ages, faiths and backgrounds.

To schedule training, get information on exercise classes, or any additional fitness information call: (973) 530-3416 or for questions regarding membership call  (973) 530-3443

 

 

 

 

 

Group Training Classes

 

 

 

We are the only fitness center in the Suburban Essex area to offer this exciting program.

For More Information about Gravity and TRX

Contact Sharon: stobey@jccmetrowest.org

For More Information about MMA

Contact Wes: wcaron@jccmetrowest.org

 NEW!

For information on team events, training, or to join the Mud Team

Contact Wes: wcaron@jccmetrowest.org

 

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Sports & Recreation - Home

Sports & Recreation for the Whole Family

Enrichment Classes

We offer Enrichment Classes for children 6 months through adults. Parent and child classes are offered for 6 months through 3 years. Preschool and grade school children can register for games classes, general sports classes, specific sport classes or combination sports and games classes. Golf and tennis lessons are offered for children thru adults. Most classes are led by full time JCC Sports & Recreation staff. Louis Ruina offers golf lessons to children age 7 through adults.

Basketball Leagues

We offer an in house Basketball League for children in kindergarten through grade 4. The league typically runs November through March. For those in grades 5 - 12, we offer a traveling Basketball League. Tryouts are typically held in October and League games normally begin in December. Adult Basketball Leagues run year round. Our options include either 18+ Leagues or 35+ Temple leagues. Players can sign up as a team or as an individual and be placed on a team.

Recreation Programs

Times are reserved throughout the week for adult, teen and family recreation. Our Recreation Programs are no fee and no advance registration required (except adult table tennis). They include: badminton, obstacle course, pickleball, soccer, table tennis, volleyball, and more. Check the Margulis gym schedule for a complete listing and days and times offered

Sports Specific Training

We offer private and semi private instruction for children, teens, and adults looking to improve their skills in basketball, golf, soccer, and tennis.

 

Junior Maccabi Program

We participate in the regional Junior Maccabi Games. This program is a one day event taking place on a Sunday in May. Jewish athletes ages 10-12 compete in a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, soccer, swimming, and tennis. Tryouts take place beginning in January.
MORE INFORMATION

JCC Maccabi Games

Maccabi is a one week Olympic style athletic competition for Jewish teens ages 13-16. Tryouts take place beginning in January. Athletes that make one of our JCC teams travel with us one week in August. This is an international competition and different communities throughout the country host each year.
MORE INFORMATION

Racquetball

We have two full size racquetball courts that are used for both matches between members as well as league play.  Leagues are offered in the Summer/Fall and Winter/Spring. 

Birthday Parties

Birthday parties for children ages 3 and up are offered. Our Gym Jam Party for ages 3 and 4 features a moon bounce and age appropriate activities. Sports and/or games parties are offered for children ages 5 and older. Our parties feature one hour in the gym with JCC staff leading the activities and one hour in a special room for you and your guests to celebrate.

Comments

We want to hear your feedback on special events, birthday parties, Enrichment Classes, Basketball leagues, anything else at the JCC! Contact Sherri Feldscher at sfeldscher@jccmetrowest.org

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Development

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The JCC Does So Much For So Many

 

The JCC is here for you and your family in so many ways.

But we can do much, much more ...

General Donations

There are a variety of other ways to contribute to JCC MetroWest. All gifts in all amounts are greatly appreciated.

A general donation provides support for the full range of what JCC MetroWest has to offer.

To make a donation, please contact Pamela Santos at 973-530-3427 (psantos@jccmetrowest.org).

 

Tributes

A beautiful way to acknowledge those you care for, and at the same time, help those in need.
Tributes may be directed to early childhood, scholarships for camp, special needs, teens, cultural arts, older adults, or to an existing endowment fund.

To make a tribute, please contact Pamela Santos at 973-530-3427 (psantos@jccmetrowest.org).

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Center for Jewish Life

Silver MezuzahThe Center for Jewish Life provides educational opportunities for people interested in exploring Jewish sources and learning about ways to enhance their spiritual, intellectual & communal Jewish lives. Adults of all ages and backgrounds come together to explore Judaism’s rich heritage.

For more information, contact Rhonda Lillianthal, CJ, 973-530-3519, rlillianthal@jccmetrowest.org.

 

View our JEWISH LIFE programs. [pdf]

View our MELTON SCHOOL brochure.

Full list of Melton School class dates.

Join our monthly Rosh Chodesh gathering - click here!

 

 

 

Morris County - Home

Morris County Connection

The Morris County Connection's mission is building a more cohesive and engaged Jewish community by raising people's awareness of the services available to them in Morris County. The Connection seeks to embrace and cultivate relationships with a broad range of individuals with diverse affiliations, including none at all, and connect them to the Jewish community.

By facilitating collaboration between existing Jewish institutions and programs, the Connection's community-building work will produce communal synergy beneficial to both the constituent organizations and the individuals being served.

Morris County Contacts

Dana Lichtenberg
Morris County Outreach Coordinator
973-929-2936 (dlichtenberg@ujcnj.org)

Jill Felton

Morris County Program Administrator

973-929-2926 (jfelton@ujcnj.org)

 

Our Partners

The Morris County Connection is a collaboration between JCC MetroWest, Jewish Family Service of MetroWest and Synagogues throughout Morris County, and is supported by United Jewish Communities of MetroWest.

United Jewish Communities of MetroWest NJ 
www.jewishmetrowestnj.org

Jewish Family Service of MetroWest 
www.jfsmetrowest.org

 

 

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Morris County Highlights

Sweet Stories: Story Time for the Jewish New Year

September 14, 2011; 1:00pm; Sparta Books, 41 theatre Center, Sparta; FREE

The Morris County Connection

 

 

 

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