Advocating for Your Health Starts Here A Lunch & Learn with Rebecca Bloom, Author of "When Women Get Sick" In partnership with Atlantic Health System Women are often expected to navigate serious illness while deciphering insurance rules, advocating for themselves in medical settings, and managing emotional and logistical burdens that were never designed with them in mind. Join us for a meaningful lunch-hour conversation with Rebecca Bloom, longtime women’s health advocate and author of When Women Get Sick. Drawing on decades of experience working at the intersection of law, insurance, and healthcare, Bloom offers clear, practical guidance for navigating diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Through real stories and actionable insight, this program will explore how women can better communicate with doctors, build effective support systems, and advocate for care that reflects their needs and values. This is not a medical lecture or a traditional book talk. It is a practical, empowering conversation designed to leave attendees with tools they can use immediately, whether they are managing their own health or supporting someone they love. Bagel Lunch will be provided. JCC Member Fee: $10.00 Community Member Fee $25.00

Camp Ruach & JCC Open House Join us for the Camp Ruach and JCC Open House and see what sets our community apart. Tour our facilities, meet our dedicated staff, explore summer camp programs, and learn how the JCC supports families year-round through fitness, enrichment, and community experiences. Special Open House offers include: New Camp Ruach families can save $250 on summer camp tuition when they register at the Open House New JCC members can enjoy a waived joiner fee when they sign up using promo code JCC26 Sunday, January 11 11:00 AM–2:00 PM This is the perfect opportunity to plan for summer and take advantage of exclusive Open House savings.

Grab your friends, pour a glass, and let your creativity flow at our Paint and Sip Night at the JCC! Enjoy a relaxed evening of painting, laughter, and good company as a local instructor guides you step-by-step in creating your own masterpiece, no experience required! All art supplies are included, and light refreshments will be served. Whether you’re a budding artist or just looking for a fun night out, this event is the perfect blend of art and entertainment. Come for the canvas, stay for the camaraderie! Instructor: Jayme Fahrer JCC Member Rate: $45.00 Community Member Rate: $55.00

Light up your Chanukah with creativity, community and connection! On December 10 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the JCC, we’re rolling out a special evening just for families. Start by designing your very own family chanukiah — we’ll supply all the craft materials, you bring the imagination and the sparkle! After the crafting fun, dig into a hearty dinner complete with latkes and sufganiyot (because every celebration needs delicious treats!). Then we’ll gather together for the big finish: watching the local Chanukah parade and lighting the candles together on the 3rd night of Chanukah. It’s the perfect blend of hands-on fun, family time, meaningful ritual and community spirit. Come ready to craft, to celebrate and to shine bright together! Preschool-2nd grade – families will be given an assortment of arts and crafts supplies and materials to design their own chanukiah. Each chanukiah will be unique and special to your family! 3rd grade-6th grade – families will build their own chanukiah out of wood material. Learn how to saw, hammer, and nail your handmade chanukiah.

Start the new year in style with a night filled with laughter, friends, and fun! We’ll kick things off with delicious cheesy pizza, followed by buttery popcorn and a kid-friendly movie to set the perfect cozy mood. It’s the ideal way for kids ages 5–11 to unwind after a long week of school and enjoy an evening of community, comfort, and connection. Parents, drop your kids off and enjoy a well-deserved night to yourselves—we’ve got the fun covered! Open to members and non-members!

Have a day off from school? Join us at the J for a Vacation Camp: Fun Day at the J A jam-packed, energy-filled day of games, crafts, sports, and new friends! This all-day program is perfect for kids ages 5–11 who want a break from “nothing to do.” From 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, campers will rotate through fun stations, team challenges, recreational play, and special surprises. It’s structured, supervised, and full of smiles. Bring a snack, water bottle, and your spirit for fun, we’ll take care of the rest! Price: $65/per student