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PROGRAM GUIDE
FALL 2011 SOUTH HILLS

Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh VOL. 8 NO. 4

CONTENTS & HOURS
CONTENTS Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah
FALL 2011

Building closes at 5 pm on
Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Wednesday, October 19
Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Closed Thursday, October 20
Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Friday, October 21: Partial Opening
Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 5:30 am-9:30 pm (ECDC, Senior
Early Childhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Programs, Fitness Center)
Families. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Thanksgiving,
K’hillah (Community). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Thursday, November 24
Personal Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Fitness facilities open 8 am-2 pm
Preschool Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Christmas
SilverSneakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Saturday, December 24:
Special Needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Open 8 am-6 pm
Sports & Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sunday, December 25: Open 8 am-5 pm
Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Monday, December 26 (observed):
Youth Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Open 8 am-5 pm
New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day
PESACH-MICHAL Saturday, December 31:
Open 8 am-6 pm
ART GALLERY Sunday, January 1, 2012:
Works by local artists in the Atrium Open 8 am-6 pm
Monday, January 2 (observed):
Fitness facilities open 8 am- 2pm
HOURS
Regular Building Hours
Monday-Thursday, 5:30 am-9:30 pm SUPPORT THE
Friday, 5:30 am-6 pm JCC SCHOLARSHIP
Saturday, 8 am-6 pm
Sunday, 8 am-6 pm
FUND
Select the department that you want
Early Childhood Department
to support:
Monday-Friday, 7 am-6 pm
• JCC Scholarship
HOLIDAY HOURS • After School Programming
Labor Day
• AgeWell’s Independent Adult Services
Monday, September 5
REGISTER ONLINE AT JCCPGH.ORG

Fitness facilities open 8 am-2 pm • American Jewish Museum
Family Park in Monroeville • Children, Teens and Families
11 am-7 pm
• Early Childhood Development Center
Rosh Hashanah • Emma Kaufmann Camp
Wednesday, September 28 • Fitness & Wellness
Closed Thursday, September 29 • Day Camps
Closed Friday, September 30 • Special Needs
Yom Kippur
Friday, October 7 DONATE ONLINE:
Closed Saturday, October 8 WWW.JCCPGH.ORG
Sukkot Your gift makes a difference!
Building closes at 5 pm on For information and to donate, call
Wednesday, October 12 Mayda Roth,
Closed Thursday, October 13 Director of Development at (412)521-
Friday, October 14: Partial Opening
8011, ext. 363 or by email at
5:30 am-9:30 pm (ECDC, Senior
Programs, Fitness Center) mroth@jccpgh.org.
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MEMBERSHIP
JCC MEMBERSHIP

FALL 2011
INCLUDES: TO LEARN ABOUT
FREE State-of-the art Fitness JCC MEMBERSHIP
Center with circuit training
FREE 25-yard indoor pool with VISIT JCCPGH.ORG
handicap accessible private
bathroom and water-powered
chair lift How to create your online account:
FREE Double-court gymnasium 1. Go to JCCPGH.org and click the
FREE Outdoor swimming pool at “Members” link at the top of the page
the Family Park in Monroeville next to the search box
FREE Group fitness classes 2. Click “Create an Account”
FREE Detailed orientation in the 3. Choose one of the three “Find Me”
Fitness Center options to locate your account
FREE Outdoor adaptive 4. Create your user ID and password
playground How to register for a program online:
FREE Wireless Internet 1. Search for programs by interest, age,
FREE Play time in Family Place group or department
FREE Kabbalat Shabbat 2. Log in to your account
FREE Access to JCC Squirrel Hill 3. Select the person to register by
facility (Centerfit Platinum is changing “Buy For”
an additional fee) 4. Check out
FREE Family programs Questions? Contact Membership
Services, 412-278-1975.
MEMBERSHIP GIVES
YOU ACCESS TO:
• Early Childhood Development Center
starting at 6 weeks of age
• Day camp and overnight camp
• Private and group swimming
lessons, arthritis aquatic exercise
CALL 412-278-1975 TO REGISTER

program, water aerobics classes, MISSION
swim team STATEMENT
• Sports leagues, classes, skills To advance our vision of an exemplary,
training, one-on-one training thriving, engaged community rooted in
for all ages Jewish values, the JCC of Greater
• Dance classes starting at age 2 Pittsburgh’s mission is to enrich our
community by creating an environment
• Personal training that strengthens the physical, intellectual
• School’s Out programs and spiritual well being of individuals and
• Babysitting families.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD
FALL 2011

The JCC’s Early Childhood Development At ECDC, we promote Jewish values,
Center is a “home away from home” for encourage children to appreciate
children 6 weeks to 5 years old. At ECDC, diversity and provide an environment
you can trust that your child is safe, that promotes acceptance and a sense
secure and appropriately challenged, of belonging.
nurtured by professionals who
encourage your child to grow and Programs
thrive.
• Infants: Full-time care,
We offer a program predictable enough 7 am-6 pm and 9 am-3 pm, for babies
to satisfy a child’s need for routines yet starting at 6 weeks through 14

diverse enough to broaden his or her months old
horizons with exciting new experiences. • Tots: Full- and part-time options for
We believe that discovery and play are a 14 months to 2 years
young child’s most important “work.” We
• Toddlers: Full- and part-time options
provide countless opportunities for
for 2-year-olds
children to develop skills and confi-
dence, as well as the environment and • Preschoolers: Full- and part-time
freedom for children to have fun! options for 3, 4 and 5-year-olds

Our staff respect the uniqueness of each
Kindergarten Enrichment
child and consider parents our partners.
We welcome your input and strive for Our enrichment program for
ongoing communication between home kindergartners has morning and
and school. Together, we can foster your afternoon options. Children explore
child’s feelings of self-worth, indepen- monthly themes such as Pittsburgh,
dence and success. Children Around the World, and Our
Amazing Selves through projects, field
trips and special visitors. The program
includes music and nature classes and
4 swim lessons. Space is limited.

EARLY CHILDHOOD
What makes ECDC special FAMILY PLACE

FALL 2011
• Indoor swimming pool with All classes are taught by Kimberly Murray,
instructional swim Family Place Coordinator, ext. 520.
• Double-court gymnasium with
Family Place Flex Classes:
physical education classes
ages 3-6
• Jewish holidays and customs While you work out, take a class or relax,
• Two fenced-in age-specific your child can enjoy art, phonics, crafts
playgrounds for toddlers and ages 2-5 and friendship. Classes meet in the
• Marci Lynn Bernstein outdoor lobby and are an hour in length.
playground with wheelchair access Tuesdays, 9:30 am
• Escorts to JCC enrichment classes Wednesdays, 9:30 am or 10:30 am
Thursdays, 9:30 am or 10:30 am
• Nature program with Scott
Conservancy and Nature Don $8/class; $4/sibling; $50/8 classes
Value pass: $100
• Music class with Katy Williams (20 mix and match one-hour classes.)
• Gym with Coach Register and pay at Front Desk or call
Stephanie Muhleman 412-278-1975.
For more information or to schedule a
tour, please call Kathy Revesz, PJ Library Story Time and
Director, at 412-278-1975, ext. 211. Activity: ages 2-3
Meet other parents as we read a
ECDC Family Gathering selection from the PJ Library and then
All ECDC families are invited to attend get crafty based on a theme from the
an afternoon of fun, games and snacks book.
as we kick off our exciting new school
Third Tuesday of the month
year. Enjoy spending time with old October 18, November 15, December 20
friends, meet new families and get 10:30 am
acquainted with your child’s teachers. No fee
Friday, August 19
3-5:30 pm FREE Tuesdays Together
Play Group: ages 2-3

Music Family Fun Class: Come and meet other parents while
ages 1-4 children create a craft and play games,
Come join in this class with your hosted by Kimberly Murray.
child(ren) for music, movement and Tuesdays
storytelling. Taught by Ms. Katy Williams September 27, October 4, October 11,
and Whiskers the Cat. October 25
Wednesdays 10:30-11:15 am
September 14-November 2 No fee
10:40-11:10 am Major funding for Early Childhood
Dance Studio programming is provided by the Pittsburgh
$60/member family Jewish Pre-Kindergarten Educational
Improvement Foundation of the Jewish
Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and Keystone
STARS/PA Early Learning Keys to Quality.
Additional support is provided by Massey
Charitable Trust as well as funding from the
Ginsberg Family Fund for Children's Programs,
the Miriam and Paul Kossis Early Childhood
Equipment Replacement Fund, the Marilyn
Kramer Memorial Fund and the Mark Allen
Robinson Day Care Center Endowment Fund.
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PRESCHOOL SPORTS
Call Stephanie Muhleman, ext. 207. Little Dribblers Basketball:
FALL 2011

Mini Squirts: age 3
ages 17-23 months Your littlest star will learn the basic skills
of basketball, with an emphasis on good
Focusing on gross motor skills and
sportsmanship.
coordination, we will use parachutes,
yarn balls, bean bags and more. Wednesdays
Maximum 5 children. September 7-October 26
3-3:30 pm
Mondays $60; $68 after September 1
September 12-October 24
11-11:30 am
$53; $60 after September 1 Basketball Stars: ages 4-6
Dribbling, passing, shooting and more.
Little Squirts: age 2 Your athlete will learn the basic rules
and skills of basketball with a focus on
Inside, outside, through and over! We
teamwork and good sportsmanship.
will focus on many different gross motor
skills using a variety of equipment and Wednesdays
lots of fun activities. September 7-October 26
2-2:45 pm
Thursdays $68; $76 after September 1
9:30-10 am
$38; $43 after September 1 Floor Hockey: ages 4-6
Your hockey enthusiast will begin to
Fridays
learn the skills and rules of the game and
apply them to game situations.
10:30-11 am
$35; $43 after September 1 Fridays
3-3:45 pm
Super Squirts: age 3
$38; $43 after September 1
Pencil, log, frog, egg rolls and more.
These are just some of the beginning
tumbling skills that we will work on in
Little Rackets Tennis: age 3
this class. Beginner level skills are taught through
fun and games. Equipment provided.

Mondays
September 12-October 24 Thursdays
2:15-2:45 pm September 8-October 27
$56; $63 after September 1 3:30-4 pm

Giant Squirts: ages 4-6
Backward rolls, cartwheels, tripods and
Big Rackets Tennis: ages 4-6
bridges are introduced in this advanced Beginner level skills are taught and all
tumbling class. equipment is provided.

Mondays Tuesdays
September 12-October 24 September 6-October 24
3-3:45 pm 2-2:45 pm
$63; $70 after September 1 $68; $76 after September 1

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DANCE
PHILIP CHOSKY PERFORMING Fairy-Tale Princess Ballet:

FALL 2011
ARTS PROGRAM ages 3-4
Emphasizes balance, poise and grace,
Contact Stephanie Muhleman, ext. 207, or while introducing stretching, rhythmic
smuhleman@jccpgh.org exercise and easy ballet steps. Musicality
Philosophy and coordination are developed.
Our goal is to help your child gain poise, Fridays
flexibility, strength and an appreciation September 9-October 28
for the art of dance. 2:30-3:15 pm
Instructor
Sherry Brallier has been teaching for
more than 30 yearrs and is certified by
Tap/Ballet/Acrobatics: ages 4-6
Dance Educators of America and Dance Focus on coordination, physical
Masters of PA to teach jazz, tap, ballet, development and building self-esteem
pointe, lyrical and acrobatics. in a disciplined yet fun environment.
Tuesdays
CLASSES 3:15-4 pm
Fun With Dance: ages 2-3
This class introduces children to dance,
Hip Hop: ages 7-9 years
song and movement incorporating
counting, ABCs, taking turns, right and MTV and street-style jazz are taught in a
left, locomotive movement, rhythm, laid back setting. This class will be the
flexibility and coordination. “American Idol” and “Dancing with the
Stars” of dance classes.
Mondays
September 12-October 24 Wednesdays
10:30-11:15 am September 7-October 26
$60; $67 after September 1 5-6 pm

Mommy and Me Dance Class:
ages 15-24 months Tap/Ballet/Jazz Combo:
ages 7-9 years
Join your little dancer in this beginner

class while they explore their motor Classical ballet training is achieved
skills in a fun, creative manner. through barre and floor work exercises.
Correct body placement and technique
Mondays are stressed. Tap emphasizes rhythm,
timing and coordination through
11:15 am-noon
$60; $67 after September 1 memorization exercises and listening
games with our feet. Jazz concentrates
on techniques, controlled body
Creative Movement: age 2
movement and flexibility.
Dancers will begin to develop a
Thursdays
vocabulary of basic movement while
exploring their own motor skills.
4:30-6 pm
Fridays $165; $175 after September 1
3:15-4 pm

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CHILDREN
Contact Ann Haalman, ext. 204, or SCHOOL’S OUT
FALL 2011

ahaalman@jccpgh.org
FUN DAYS
BIRTHDAY PARTIES Grades K-6
Ages 4-12 When Mt. Lebanon and/or the Upper St.
Celebrate your child’s birthday at the Clair schools are not in session. Fun Days
JCC-South Hills. We set up, clean up, and include games, gym time, free swim,
supply paper products, invitations and special field trip and snack. Bring a dairy
supervision. Registration is on a first- lunch, beverage, swim suit, towel and
come, first-served basis. All parties are gym shoes. No extra spending money is
90 minutes long except for swim parties, necessary. Pre-registration required; no
which are two hours. Parties are priced drop-ins accepted. Flyers will be mailed
for up to 20 children. Additional guests: with program details.
$4 each for Sports and Swim; $10 each When school is canceled for
for Cooking and Crafts. inclement weather
Get a Free One-Day Guest Pass for If school is canceled due to inclement
Families of Your Invited Guests. weather, we will conduct a School’s Out
Good for the day of the party only. Fun Day program. Please call the JCC at
7 am to verify start time. We follow the
Sports Party Mt. Lebanon and Upper St. Clair school
Whiffle ball, kickball, soccer, hockey, closings.
relay races and more. 9 am-3 pm
$225 $50/day/child
$45: early registration discount fee

Swim Party Upcoming dates:
October 10, 31, November 1, 8, 25
Enjoy open swim time and games with
your birthday guests. Before Care (7-9 am): $8/day
After Care (3-6 pm): $12/day
$225 Before and After Care: $15/day

Craft Party Winter Mini Camp
Choose a theme and we’ll come up with December 23, and 26-30
the projects to fit.

$225 plus materials fee
SAVE THE DATE
Cooking Party All Night New Year’s Eve Party:
ages 3-12
Children make special birthday treats.
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Choose a theme and we’ll come up with
the food to fit.
$225 plus materials fee

Create Your Own Party
We provide the space, supervision and
party supplies—you provide the
program and refreshments.
Minimum fee: $225

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CHILDREN

FALL 2011
YOUTH SPORTS
Contact Stephanie Muhleman, ext. 207,
or smuhleman@jccpgh.org

Cheer Explosion: ages 4-10
This class focuses on refining motions,
perfecting jumps and introducing
tumbling skills necessary for
cheerleading.
Ages 4-5
Wednesdays
4-5 pm
Ages 6-10
Tuesdays
4:30-5:30 pm

SITTERS ON Just Play Fitness Basketball
Clinic: grades K-6
SATURDAY Your child will learn the basics of
Contact Ann Haalman, ext. 204, or basketball through drills and skills
ahaalman@jccpgh.org from former Pitt basketball star and
European pro player Julius Page and
Ages 3-12 his coaches.
Parents—have a night out while we
Grades K-3
entertain your children. We will play in
Saturdays
the gym, swim, play games, do arts & September 10-October 29
crafts and watch a movie with a fun 1:30-3:30 pm
snack. Children should bring a swim suit $170; $200/community

and towel. Registration is required by
Grades 4-6
Thursday before the program. No drop- Tuesdays
ins accepted. 6-7 pm
Saturdays September 6-27
Please note new time: 6-10 pm $65; $80/community
Also, please note we will not be
October 4-25
serving dinner.
$65; $80/community
September 10, October 15,
November 12, December 17 Sign up for both sessions:
$25; $15/sibling $120; $150/community
Sitters on Saturday Companion
Program for participant’s siblings Tennis: grades K-3
ages 18-35 months Learn the basic skills of tennis through
Games, crafts, gym time, movie and a instruction and games.
snack, supervised by our ECDC staff. No
Fridays
swimming. September 9-October 28
$25/sibling 4:15-5 pm

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FAMILIES
Call Ann Haalman, ext. 204. Community-wide
FALL 2011

Sukkah Decorating Chanukah Celebration
Join with your South Hills friends from
Come help us decorate the JCC sukkah.
the JCC, Beth El, Temple Emanuel,
For families with children ages 3+.
Chabad, Beth Israel Center, Beth Israel
Sunday, October 9 Congregation, and the Carnegie Shul for
9:30 am-12:30 pm
candlelighting, songs, light dinner,
No fee; no pre-registration required
crafts, and lots of fun for the entire
family!
Scholastic Book Fair
Date TBA
Proceeds support JCC early childhood
and children/family programs.
Mitzvah Menorah
October 29-November 6
Bring in a holiday gift for a child. The
During Center hours
gifts will be distributed by the Squirrel
Hill Food Pantry.
Fall Family Open House
November 27-December 18
Join us for an afternoon of
fun! Bring your friends—everyone is
welcome. Activities include Mike the
Balloon Guy, petting zoo, crafts and
more, plus super membership and camp
offers.
Sunday, October 23
12:30-3:30 pm
(4:05 pm: Steelers away game)
No fee or registration

Holiday Bazaar
Shop for your Chanukah needs. Candles,
dreidels, toys and assorted gift items.
Vendors wanted: call Ann Haalman to
reserve your table at 412-278-1975,

ext 204.
Sunday, December 4
9 am-5 pm
Monday, December 5
8 am-7 pm

GIVE YOUR CHILD
THE GIFT OF
SUMMER FUN
Chanukah Day Camp The Jewish Sports Hall of Fame supports the
Promotion following programs: EKC Sports Equipment,
Indoor Triathlon, J&R Day Camp, Maccabi Youth
Early Bird Pricing plus our Chanukah Games, Membership and Program Scholarships,
present to you—an additional $50 Sailfish Swim Team, South Hills Camping and
discount if you register during the Early Childhood Development Center
Holiday Bazaar, December 4-5
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K’HILLAH (COMMUNITY)
PROGRAMS WITH Judaism 102: But Wait…

FALL 2011
RABBI DONNI There’s More
For anyone who is familiar with the ba-
AARON sics of Judaism; a chance to study: Bible,
For the listed programs, please RSVP to rabbinic texts, theology, Jewish denomi-
Rabbi Donni Aaron at daaron@jccpgh.org nations and Israel.
or call ext. 215.
Saturday, December 3, 3-4 pm
Got Shabbat? or Thursday, December 8, noon-1 pm
Crafts, games, stories and songs No fee
followed by a traditional Havdalah
service and snack. Havdalah is a brief
service celebrating the end of Shabbat
HOLIDAYS
and preparing us for the week to come. Shabbat
Saturdays Shabbat is a day of rest and spiritual
November 5, December 3 enrichment, a time to devote ourselves
4-5:30 pm to higher pursuits. Look for a Shabbat
Free and open to the community. message at the desks on Fridays.
RSVP welcome but not required.
Rosh Hashanah:
LGBT Focus Group September 29-30
The JCC is developing an LGBT Focus Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is
Group that is committed to promoting a time for serious introspection. We eat
perspectives of lesbian, gay, bisexual apples and honey in the hope that we
and transgendered persons. This group will have a sweet year.
will serve as a medium for the
discussion of goals, issues, and the
creation of programs at the JCC related Yom Kippur: October 8
to gender and sexuality. The Day of Atonement is dedicated to
fasting, reflection, prayer and penitence.
Wednesday, September 14
JCC Squirrel Hill
7-8 pm Sukkot: October 13-21
No fee; open to the community. Sukkot is a time to celebrate the harvest
and remember that when the Jewish

Judaism 101: Come and Learn people wandered in the desert after
being freed from slavery in Egypt, they
the Basics
lived in sukkot. Sukkot lasts for eight
For anyone interested in Judaism, this days; the last two days are Shemini
class will give you a chance to learn Atzeret and Simchat Torah.
some of the basics such as: the calendar,
holidays, Shabbat, prayer and life cycle
rituals. Chanukah: December 20-28
Saturday, November 5, 3-4 pm This holiday commemorates the victory
or Thursday, November 10, noon-1 pm in the second century B.C.E. of Judah
No fee Maccabee over Syrian King Antiochus,
who tried to impose Greek religion on
the people of Israel.

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AQUATICS
SWIM LESSONS Sundays
FALL 2011

Contact Earleen Birkner, Session I
ext. 216, or ebirkner@jccpgh.org September 18-November 21 . . . . . . . . $90
Session II
We use the American Red Cross Learn- November 27-December 19 . . . . . . . . . $36
to-Swim program, which teaches
Toddler Tadpoles . . . . . . . . 11:30 am-noon
aquatic and safety skills in progressive
Level 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9:30 am
levels. Level 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30-10 am
Toddler Tadpoles: ages 2-4 Level 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-10:30 am
An introduction to organized swim Level 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30-11 am
lessons and water exploration utilizing Level 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-11:30 am
an elevated swim platform. Parents do
not get into the water. Enrollment is Mondays
limited to 6 toddlers. Session I
Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills September 19-November 22 . . . . . . . . $90
Session II
Overcome fear, build confidence in the
November 28-December 19 . . . . . . . . . $36
water, learn body positioning and
arm/leg action. Toddler Tadpoles . . . . . . . . . . . 10-10:30 am

Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Learn to float and recover to standing Tuesdays
position without support. Begin to learn Session I
alternating arm and leg actions with September 20-November 23 . . . . . . . . $90
Session II
face in the water without support.
November 30-December 20 . . . . . . . . . $36
Level 3: Stroke Development
Toddler Tadpoles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30-3 pm
Coordination of front and back crawl
Level 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:30 pm
without support. Learn to breathe on Level 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30-5 pm
side during front crawl. Introduction to Level 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5:30 pm
the butterfly stroke. Learn to do sit dives
and tread water for 30 seconds.
Wednesdays
Level 4: Stroke Improvement September 21-November 23 . . . . . . . . $90
Improve skills and strokes. Learn to Session II
swim front crawl and back crawl 25 November 30-December 21 . . . . . . . . . $36

yards and butterfly 15 yards without
assistance. Learn breaststroke and Toddler Tadpoles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9:30 am
elementary backstroke. Work on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30-3 pm
kneeling dives and treading water for 1 Session II only
minute Level 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5:30 pm
Level 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30-6 pm
Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Build endurance to swim front crawl 50
yards with side breathing, back crawl 50 Thursdays
yards, butterfly and breaststroke 25 October 26-December 21 . . . . . . . . . . . $90
yards. Learn flip turns for front and back Toddler Tadpoles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5:30 pm
crawl, refine open turns for breaststroke Level 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-10:30 am
Level 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30-6 pm
and butterfly.
Level 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30-11 am
Level 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6:30 pm
Level 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-7 pm
Level 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7:30 pm
Level 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30-8 pm

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AQUATICS
Fitness Swimming American Red Cross

FALL 2011
for Kids Lifeguarding
Refine strokes and build endurance to Must swim 300 yards continuously using
become a stronger swimmer. We will the following strokes—100 yards front
work on all strokes, flip turns, how to crawl, 100 yards breaststroke, 100 yards
check heart rate, and use pull buoys and either front crawl or breaststroke,
surface dive to the bottom and retrieve
kickboards. Must be able to swim 25
a 10-lb brick, swim with brick to the
yards of each stroke. Practice twice a
shallow end of the pool.
week.
Thursday, September 22, 4-9 pm
Mondays and Wednesdays Friday, September 23, 4-6 pm
4:15-5 pm Saturday, September 24, noon-6 pm
Session I: September 19-November 23 Sunday, September 25, noon-6 pm
$90/once a week; $180/twice a week $190/member; $210/community
Session II: November 28-December 21
$72/once a week; $144/twice a week
WATER EXERCISE
Private Swim Lessons Call Earleen Birkner, ext. 216.
Call to schedule. Lap Swim Hour
$25/half hour
$225/10 classes (savings of $30) All six lanes will be available for
continuous swimming.
5:30-6:30 am
AMERICAN Mondays-Fridays
RED CROSS No fee
CERTIFICATIONS
Call Earleen Birkner, ext. 216.
Fitness Swimming for Adults
Learn the swimming skills necessary to
Water Safety Instructor complete a successful triathlon or just
Certification (WSI) benefit from a low impact
WSI certification allows you to teach cardiovascular workout. Led by Tidal
swim and water safety classes. You must Wave Coach Cindy Woods
be at least 15 years old and able to Tuesdays

perform all strokes with proficiency. You September 20-November 1
must attend all classes. 8-8:45 pm
Monday-Thursday $80
December 26-29
4-9:30 pm Silver Splash®
$200/member; $225/community
Using specially designed SilverSneakers®
kickboards, perform water moves to
develop strength, balance and
coordination improving agility, range of
motion and cardiovascular conditioning.
No swimming ability is required for this
safe, fun, effective program.
Sundays, 12:30 pm
Tuesdays, 1 pm
Thursdays, 1 pm

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AQUATICS
FALL 2011

Arthritis Foundation NAUI Open Water
Aquatic Program Scuba Class: ages 10+
Our heated pool is the ideal Instructors from Pittsburgh Scuba
environment for relieving arthritis pain Center will teach you to become a safe
and stiffness. Gentle movements scuba diver. All equipment will be
increase joint flexibility and range of provided for pool sessions. Students
motion, while restoring or maintaining must purchase mask, snorkel, fins and
muscle strength. Must have a physician's boots before their first training dive.
referral to participate in this certified Thursdays
program. Call for dates
Mondays and Fridays 6:45-9:30 pm
9-10 am $299/member; $349/community
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays TIDAL WAVE
Noon-1 pm
SWIM TEAM
$3/class/member
Contact Jane Williams, 412-854-4845, or

$5/class/community
jewilliams4@verizon.net
$50/20 classes/member
Ages 5-21
$90/20 classes/community
The JCC South Hills Tidal Wave is a
competitive swim team for all levels of
FUN IN THE POOL experience. Tidal Wave competes at AMS
swim meets throughout the year. Make
Kayak Nights new friends, build self esteem and hone
Open roll session to keep skills fresh. your swimming skills with Coach Cindy
Kayak must be clean and free of debris. Woods.
Tuesdays All swimmers are evaluated and placed
8-9:30 pm
in groups based on ability and age.
Begins September 6
Practices are offered daily to most
$10 drop-in fee
groups.

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PERSONAL TRAINING
PERSONAL Fitness Assessment

FALL 2011
TRAINING We evaluate cardiovascular fitness,
muscular strength, endurance and
Call Bonnie Livingston, ext. 203.
flexibility, in addition to testing blood
One-on-One Private Workout pressure and body fat composition.
Your trainer will motivate you, keep you $20; $10/retest
on track and make sure your workouts $5/body fat composition only
are safe, enjoyable and effective.
Physician’s approval may be required. By Workout Prescription
appointment only. Receive the advantage of professional
training, but work out on your own
Small Group schedule. Two one-hour sessions with a
Personal Training JCC nationally certified personal trainer
Groups of two to four people can enjoy who will assess your current fitness
a fun, personal and supportive training levels and limitations. Based on the
session at a fraction of the cost of one- trainer’s evaluation, a short-term
on-one personal training. Prices start as program will be designed that addresses
low as $6.50/session. your specific needs and goals. Unlimited
spot fitness assessments included for
Personal Training Contracts the entire year after purchase of
prescription.
• You may choose a contract of one
month, three months or 12 months. $110
• The minimum number of sessions per
month is four. The maximum number Pilates Reformer Training
of sessions is unlimited. Achieve natural muscular balance, core
• You may make up missed strength and flexibility, reduce joint and
appointments as long as you call 24 lower back tension, and increase
hours in advance to cancel. circulation, energy and awareness.
Contact Kinsey at ext. 217 to set up your
• Your contract (if greater than one
appointment. Various contract options
month) may be paid in monthly
are available with training starting as
installments.

low as $45/session.

Contract Fees
Pilates Reformer Fusion
Hour ½ hour Experience one of the hottest fitness
4-12 weeks $60 $39 trends! Get all the strength and core
13-47 weeks $54 $35 toning benefits of the Reformer with
48+ weeks $48 $31 bursts of cardio, plyometrics and mat
Ages 17 and under work. Share the experience with a
Hour ½ hour friend, spouse or neighbor. Sign up
1 month $45 $30 today and receive FREE mat classes for
3 months $40 $28 the duration of your contract. Madonna
12 months $45 $26 and Gwyneth do it, now you can afford
it too! Sessions as low as $27.
Single Sessions
Hour ½ hour
Adult $62 $40
Youth $48 $32

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FITNESS
GROUP Zumba
FALL 2011

EXERCISE CLASSES Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms
and easy-to-follow moves.
Call Kinsey Helou, ext. 217.
Tuesdays, 6 pm
• Absolute Abs* Wednesdays, 9:30 am
• Cardio-Blast* Thursdays, 8 am
Sundays, 11:30 am
• Cardio Insanity!
• Group Kick* Zumba Gold
• Group Power* Thursdays, 11 am
• Core Conditioning
• Pilates Pilates
• Step/Aerobics* $8/class; $120/book of 20

• Yoga
Yoga Tone
• Yoga-lates
Focus on building abdominal strength
• Yoga Tone and flexibility, as well as improving
• Zumba* range of motion and postural balance.
Light weight training sculpts and tones
*Free Group Exercise Classes for a total body workout.
These classes are included with your JCC
membership: Absolute Abs, Cardio In- Thursdays, 9:30 am
sanity, Cardio Blast, Group Kick, Group $7/class
Power, Core Conditioning, Step/Aerobics
and Zumba. Yoga-lates
Enjoy the relaxation of yoga with the
Absolute Abs toning core exercises of Pilates. This
Forget those ordinary old sit-ups. Get a class targets your trouble areas and
core you adore! changes your body.

Tuesdays: 6:30 am Wednesdays, 6 pm
Thursdays, 6:30 am $7/class

Group Kick The eX Factor

This fusion class of martial arts and We are searching for the next face of
boxing will kick your cardio fitness to JCC Fitness. All you need is a burning
the next level. desire to improve your level of fitness
Tuesdays, 7 pm and transform your body.
Thursdays, 7 pm Get a free fitness assessment, partici-
Fall Launch: pate in as many group exercise classes
Sunday, November 6, 10:30 am as you can from September 11–
October 16 and be entered to win a 3-
month Personal Training Package. The
Group Power winner must be willing to share
This 60-minute barbell program his/her personal fitness story on our
strengthens all your major muscles with website.
simple, athletic movements such as Call Bonnie Livingston, ext. 203, to
squats, lunges, presses and curls. schedule a free 15-minute consulta-
Fall Launch: tion and fitness assessment between
Sunday, October 2 September 4-10.
10:30 am Winner will be announced
Sunday, October 23.
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FITNESS
Evening Yoga Medical Meditation Workshops

FALL 2011
Take a softer approach to fitness with Call Bonnie Livingston, ext. 203
yoga, a blend of stretching, strengthen- Medical meditation is a gentle, non-
ing and slimming moves. Your instructor
invasive approach toward achieving
will guide you through new challenges
better health. With minimal training you
each week to maximize your experience.
can learn to retrain your responses to
Tuesdays and Thursdays stress and to strengthen your immune
6 pm
system. These workshops are very
$7/class
supportive for people suffering from
depression, cancer, allergies, heart
Arthritis Foundation disease and asthma as well has those
Tai Chi Program interested in prevention of disease.
The program uses the Sun style of Tai
Wednesdays, 8 pm
Chi, which includes agile steps and
exercises to improve mobility, breathing September 7, 14, 21
and relaxation. $54
Tuesdays October 26, November 2, 9, 16
11 am $72
$3/class/member; $5/community Walk-ins are welcome if space allows
$25/class
12 Weeks of Wellness Please register at the front desk by
Call Bonnie Livingston, ext. 203. August 31. Space is limited.
Join personal trainer and wellness coach
Bonnie Livingston for a 12- week guided Medical Meditation for Seniors
nutrition and lifestyle management This class combines breathing,
course that will help you make slimming movement, stretching and sound to
down fun. The course provides a reprogram the body and brain to fight
support network, nutritional guidance, and prevent disease and facilitate
organized group discussion, workout optimal health. These chair-based
guidelines, comprehensive heart-rate exercises can be practiced by anyone
training, delicious and healthy recipes, a regardless of age or physical condition.
few good laughs, weekly email support Instructor: Heather Ferri.

and motivation.
Mondays
Mondays September 12-October 31
September 12-December 5. 2-3 pm
(No class October 31)
$40
8 pm
Walk-ins welcome for $8/class
Sign up at the front desk
$120/member Please register at the front desk by
No fee for Personal Training participants August 31. Must have a minimum of 6
participants.

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SPORTS & REC
Contact Stephanie Muhleman, ext. 207, or Table Tennis
FALL 2011

smuhleman@jccpgh.org The JCC has two Stiga ST4000
Men’s Basketball League tournament-caliber tables. Tables are
available in the Social Hall at the
Sign up now for the fall season. Teams
following times:
must be registered by September 6.
Includes team T-shirts, referees and Sundays: 8-9:30 am, 3-6 pm
championship prizes. Mondays: 5:30-7:30 am, noon-1 pm,
Tuesdays, 8 pm 2-5:30 pm and 8-9:30 pm
Begins September 13 Tuesdays & Thursdays:
$750/team 5:30-8:30 am, 11 am-noon,
3-6:30 pm
JAMES AND LORI J. Wednesdays: 5:30-7:30 am,
2-5:30 pm
RUTTENBERG MEN’S
PICK -UP BASKETBALL Fridays: 5:30-7:30 am, 3-6 pm
Saturdays: 1-5 pm
Sundays
8-10 am
No fee for members GOODMAN SHORTSTOP
BABYSITTING
Coed Volleyball League
Register by calling ext. 210.
Fall season starts September 20. Teams
Babysitting is available for children 6
must register by September 13.
weeks to 5 years of age. Buy coupons at
Championship prizes awarded.
the Front Desk
Mondays, 7 pm
$250/team Please note new times and fees.
Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 am-noon
Monday-Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 am-noon
Adult Tap
Monday-Thursday . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8:30 pm
It's never too late to learn to tap dance!
Get a fun cardio workout while you tap $6/child/hour
your troubles away! New fee option:
$25/month unlimited usage
Thursdays, ongoing

8-9 pm Advance reservations are required.
$11/class Parents must stay on JCC property.

Adult Hip Hop
Class will include an advanced funk
warm-up, isolation work and many dif-
ferent hip hop combinations
Thursdays, ongoing
7-8 pm
$11/class

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SILVERSNEAKERS
Call Chris Gilbert, ext. 262. EVENTS

FALL 2011
Talks On Tuesdays
CLASSES Let’s have lunch and meet for
educational programs, discussion and
Muscular Strength & Range of
speakers once a month. Check the
Motion (MSROM)
SilverSneakers bulletin board for details.
A chair-based class designed to increase
muscular strength, range of motion and Tuesdays
functional activities of daily living. With September 20, October 11
an optional seated format, exercises can November 15
be adapted for various fitness levels. 12:30-2:30 pm
$5/member
Cardio Circuit
A standing class alternating segments of
Flu Shots
low-impact cardio movement with Registration required at least one week
muscular strength and flexibility in advance by signing up in person at
exercise. SilverSneakers table in the lobby.
Friday, October 7
Yoga Stretch Noon-4 pm
Exercises are performed either seated in
a chair or standing and include postures, Pre-High Holiday Lunch and
stretching and movement combined Entertainment for Seniors
with restorative breathing.
Call Ann Haalman, ext. 204.
The JCC-South Hills and Chabad of the
SilverSplash
South Hills are once again joining to
A group water fitness class to increase
celebrate the Jewish New Year season
agility, range of motion and
with lunch and entertainment. We invite
cardiovascular conditioning. Kickboards
are provided; no swimming ability is you to be a part of the festivities.
necessary. Wednesday, September 14
12:30 pm
CardioFit $5/person
RSVP to Batya Rosenblum at

CardioFit is geared for participants who
are fit and active, as well as those who (412) 341-1494 or batya@chabadsh.com.
want a safe, effective and energizing
activity. Hand-held weights or elastic Sukkot Under the Stars
tubing with handles can be used for the
Come celebrate the harvest season with
strength training segment that follows
dinner underneath the stars. We will
the cardio segment. The SilverSneakers
have great food, great story-telling and
chair offers stability or support options
we will celebrate and honor the accom-
for abdominal and stretching exercises
plishments of our SilverSneakers mem-
from the floor.
bers.
Monday, October 10
5:30-8: 30pm
Pre-register at the front desk by
October 3.
$10/member; $15/guests

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SILVERSNEAKERS® SCHEDULE
SUNDAY 10:00 am MSROM Desiree
11:00 am Yoga Stretch Desiree
12:30 pm SilverSplash Desiree
MONDAY 8:00 am Cardio Circuit Soad
9:00 am MSROM Soad
10:00 am Cardio Circuit Bonnie
11:00 am MSROM Chris
TUESDAY 9:00 am Cardio Circuit Bonnie
10:00 am MSROM Bonnie
1:00 pm Silver Splash Bonnie
WEDNESDAY 8:00 am Cardio Circuit Soad
9:00 am MSROM Elaine
10:00 am Cardio Circuit Elaine
11:00 am MSROM Chris
1:00 pm Yoga Stretch Desiree
THURSDAY 9:00 am Cardio Circuit Desiree
10:00 am MSROM Desiree
1:00 pm Silver Splash Chris
FRIDAY 8:00 am Cardio Circuit Desiree
9:00 am MSROM Elaine
10:00 am Cardio Circuit Tami
11:00 am MSROM Tami
SATURDAY 10:00 am MSROM Chris
11:00 am Yoga Stretch Chris

Thanks to
Big Night Raffle Sponsor

Henne
Jewelers

for their 2011 support
of the JCC

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ADULTS
Call Ann Haalman, ext. 204 ENRICHMENT AND
FALL 2011

ART EVENTS
Watercolor Painting Pre-High Holiday Lunch and
Work with artist Kathleen Zimbicki, who Entertainment for Seniors
received a Lifetime Achievement Award The JCC-South Hills and Chabad of
from the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. South Hills are once again joining to
Supplies are not included; materials list celebrate the Jewish New Year season
is available at the Front Desk, or by with lunch and entertainment. We invite
calling 412-278-1975. Payment required you to be a part of the festivities.
by the Friday before class begins. Wednesday September 14
Wednesdays 12:30 pm
October 5-November 9 $5/person
Noon-3 pm RSVP to Batya Rosenblum at
$80/member; $100/community (412) 341-1494 or batya@chabadsh.com.

GAMES Information Sessions with
State Rep. Matt Smith
Duplicate Bridge Call Chris Gilbert, ext. 262.
Sanctioned master classes led by Don Join us for these free events hosted by
Averbach, Gold Life Master, for serious Representative Matt Smith. Registration
bridge players. is preferred but not required. RSVP to
Tuesdays Representative Smith’s office at
6:30-9:45 pm 412-571-2169.
Thursdays
12:15-4 pm Electric Deregulation
$6 Information Session
7-9 pm, Social Hall
Novice Bridge Game
Older and Wiser Seminar:
Join Darlene Mannheimer, Bronze Life
Understanding your
Master, and other players with 0-199
Retirement Benefits
master points for weekly games.
Friday, September 16

Partners are available, or bring your
1-3 pm, Social Hall
own.
Town Hall Meeting
Tuesdays
Noon-3:30 pm
7-9 pm, Social Hall
Thursdays,
6-9:30 pm
$6 Donations Wanted for
Designer Days
The NCJW needs your gently worn, high
quality designer label items. Special
curbside pick-up will be available. We
will unload and give you a tax receipt.
All items must be clean and in salable,
wearable condition. If you wouldn’t
wear it, we can’t sell it.
Sunday, September 18
9 am-noon
Questions? Call the NCJW Pittsburgh
office at 412-421-6118
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ADULTS
AARP Driver Safety E-mail 1 and 2

FALL 2011
Refresher Course Learn how to create, send, receive and
Call Chris Gilbert, ext. 262. open email. Learn how to attach files
and avoid viruses.
This course fulfills requirements for a
continuing insurance discount from any November 1 and 8
auto insurer doing business in Register by October 25
Pennsylvania. You must bring evidence
of previous course completion no Line Dancing Class
longer than 3 years ago to receive a This class is geared for the absolute
certificate. Please register at the beginner. Basic steps will be taught and
SilverSneakers Table by September 12. all genres of music will be used.
Pay the instructor with cash or a check Tuesdays
made out to AARP. No credit cards. September 6-October 31
Monday, September 19 11:30 am
12:30-4:30 pm $3/class
$14; $12/AARP members $20/8-week session

Obadiah Cole Foundation Yiddish Conversation
Prostate Cancer Screening Join Sol Toder and others as we share
Call Chris Gilbert, ext. 262. memories and meet new friends.
Fluency is not required; come on in and
The Obadiah Cole Foundation along
with UPMC and the JCC will provide the schmooze!
prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood First Sunday of every month
test for our members and the commu- 10-11:30 am
nity. No fee/member
Tuesday, September 20 $3/community
9 am-11 am
Please pre-register at the SilverSneakers Free Blood Pressure Screening
table. This is a free service. No registration
necessary.
Learn to Love Your Second Wednesday of every month
Personal Computer 9:30-11:30 am

Call Chris Gilbert, ext. 262.
Tuesdays
9:30 am to 11:30 am CULTURE CLUB
Tuition includes four hours of Call Jeanne Ronschke, 412-521-8011,
instruction and a booklet. ext. 362.
$45/member $50/community
Patti LuPone at the PSO
Basic Computers 1 and 2 Patti LuPone, vocalist, makes a long-
Learn basic computer skills. awaited engagement with the PSO for a
September 13 and 20 celebration of Broadway and song.
Register by September 6 Lupone has two Tonys for her leading
roles in Evita and Gypsy.
The Internet 1 and 2
Learn the four skills essential to navigate Sunday, November 13
2 pm
the internet. Learn basic internet safety.
$48/member; $56/community
October 18 and 25
Register by October 11

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TRAVEL ADULTS
TRIPS FOR CHECKMATES
FALL 2011

JEWISH SINGLES CheckMates recruits volunteers age 60+
Contact Bill Cartiff, (412) 278-4184, and welcomes referrals of loved ones
ext. 242, or bcartiff@jccpgh.org. and friends in the community who
www.amazingjourneys.net could benefit from a weekly phone call.
If you know of an older adult who would
appreciate a weekly, friendly phone call
French Polynesia
or would like to volunteer for this special
For Jewish singles in their 40s, 50s
peer-led telephone reassurance
and 60s. Two nights in Tahiti and a
seven-night cruise aboard the 6- program, please call Amy Gold at
star deluxe m/s Paul Gauguin. 412-521-8011, ext. 207.

October 26-November 6, 2011
AGEWELL
19th Annual New Year's Eve PITTSBURGH
Caribbean Cruise Call 412-422-0400 or visit AgeWellpgh.org
For Jewish singles in their 30s, 40s
AgeWell Pittsburgh offers a one-stop
and 50s.
resource that links older adults, their
December 26-January 2, 2012 family members, friends and caregivers
to solutions for issues related to aging.
India AgeWell Pittsburgh is a collaborative program
For Jewish singles in their 40s, 50s of the Jewish Association on Aging, the Jewish
and 60s Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh and
January 26-February 10, 2012 Jewish Family & Children's Service.

For Jewish singles in their 30s, 40s Major funding for AgeWell Pittsburgh is
provided in part by the Jewish Federation of
and 50s
Greater Pittsburgh and the United Way of
February 2-17, 2012 Allegheny County. Additional funding is
provided by a grant from The Fine Foundation
and an anonymous donor. Government support
Coming in 2012: is provided by the Allegheny County Area
• Tour of Spain: Madrid, Toledo, Agency on Aging and the Pennsylvania
Cordoba, Seville, Malaga, Department of Community and Economic
Granada and Barcelona. Development of the Commonwealth of

Pennsylvania through Senator John Pippy and
For Jewish singles in their
Senator Mike Stack.
30s, 40s and 50s
April 19-29
• West Coast Cruise: San Diego,
San Francisco, Victoria and
Vancouver
May 27-June 1
• Cruise Alaska: Vancouver,
Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway,
College Fjord and Seward
June 29-July 6
• Black Sea Cruise: Varna,
Constanta Odessa, Sevastopol,
Yalta, Bosporus Strait, Canakkale,
Santorini, Paros, Athens
July 22-August 1

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SPECIAL NEEDS
Call Liza Baron, 412-521-8011, ext. 241. Swimming

FALL 2011
The following programs are offered at Tuesdays
5-6 pm
the Squirrel Hill branch of the JCC unless
No fee
otherwise noted.
The JCC serves individuals with special Teen After-School Center
needs by mainstreaming them into
Teens and young adults ages 13-21 with
regular JCC programs such as day camp
special needs can come to the JCC after
as well as providing programs dedicated
school for a variety of activities
to their needs. We encourage every
including sports, cooking, community
interested person with a disability to
service and swimming. This includes
participate.
focused one-on-one attention to each
participant’s growth and development
EARL LATTERMAN FAMILY of life skills.
J.S.S.N. (JEWISH SINGLES September-June
SUPPORT NETWORK) $1,020/one day a week
$1,700/two days a week
A social group for young adults, ages 20
$2,035/three days a week
and up, with mild to moderate $2,445/four days a week
developmental disabilities. This group $2,715/five days a week
meets weekly for programming
meetings overseen by a staff advisor
Gesher Program at Emma
and enjoys programs they have
Kaufmann Camp
developed.
Contact Adam Baron,
412-278-4184, ext. 209, or
Centerfolk abaron@jccpgh.org.
A social and recreational group for teens The Gesher program serves high-
to adults with special needs. Teaching functioning teens with special needs.
and reinforcing appropriate social skills Gesher participants engage in their
are strongly integrated into all favorite camp activities such as ropes
programs. Age-appropriate programs course, water-tubing and horseback
are held at the JCC and other venues. riding. Campers learn teamwork,
Fee by activity. If you would like to be independence and Jewish identity.

added to our mailing list, please call Interaction with other campers and
412-521-8011, ext. 852. integration into activities with groups of
all ages is a focal point of our program.
VIOLET AND JOSEPH SOFFER The Gesher Program is supported in part by The
Edith L. Trees Charitable Trust. The Special Needs
FOUNDATION AND FAMILY Department is supported in part by a grant
SPECIAL OLYMPICS from the Herman and Rebecca Fineberg Fund
for Exceptional People with additional support
Call Ellen McBride, from the Edna and Larry Abelson Fund for
412-731-6185. Special Needs, the Raymond and Elizabeth
Individualized training for Special Bloch Educational and Charitable Foundation,
the Ralph Davidson Special Needs Fund, the
Olympics. Special Olympics is for anyone Zola Hirsch Fund for Special Needs and the
over age 8 with cognitive delays. Please Robert Spiegel Memorial Endowment Fund.
call for start dates.
Basketball
Sundays
11:30 am-1 pm
No fee

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