The Suffolk Y Vice Presidents Tina Indenbaum Marilyn Monter Jewish Community Center Rhonda Weinman

TABLECONTENTS OF

OFFICERS

President Jerold B. Krupnick

First Vice President Lynne Kramer The Suffolk Y Vice Presidents Tina Indenbaum Marilyn Monter Jewish Community Center Rhonda Weinman

Recording Secretary Caryn Landow

Treasurer Matthew Kreinces General Information Adult Programs Financial Secretary Gerald Monter Suffolk Y Hours and Facilities 2 Singles Programs 22 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Howard Baker Fund Raising 4 Adult Education 23 Mark Bergman Leonard Cooper* Stephen L. Cooperman* Membership Information 5 The Center for Jewish Living and Learning 25 Ann Glaser Saul Goodhart Rhoda Greenberg* Connect to Care 6 Senior Adult Programs 27 Muriel Hertan Ronald Kaplan* Registration Information 7 Larry Katz* Stephen Kirschner George Kopp Suffolk Y Theatre 8 Fitness, Sports & Aquatics Jack Kulka* James J. Lack Andrew S. Levy* Programs Marvin Padover* Samuel Roth* Seymour Rubin The Monter Family Early Fitness and Sports 33 David Schachne Terry Scheman Howard M. Stein Childhood Division Aquatics 38 Judith Streiter Gerald Thurer* Day Care Center 9 Steven Wolpow* Maccabi Games 41 IN MEMORIAM Pre-School Division 10 Tennis 43 Ira J. Hertan* Kenneth R. Kornhauser Judy Lazar* Jay Levins* Alan Rosenberg Ira Sloane Children’s Programs

HONORARY DIRECTORS Clifford Bart Junior Division 13 John R. Bransfield, Jr. Mallory Brenner Rabbi Howard Buechler Camp Information 15 Philip Cohen* Michael Dubb Peter Elkin Rabbi Marc Gellman Steven A. Horowitz John A. Kanas Youth Programs John King Leslie Lerner Youth Division 16 Alfred Levy Bruce Meltzer Justin Meltzer Special Needs Program 18 Charles Miller Elliot Monter Brad E. Rock Helene Rosenberg Richard Rosenberg Scott Rudolph Museums Sandra Wasserman

Executive Director Long Island Jewish Discovery Museum 20 Joel A. Block, MSW

Executive Director Emeritus The National Jewish Sports Helaine B Strauss, CSW *Past President Hall of Fame & Museum 21 1 Suffolk Y Hours 2009/2010 Holidays Monday 6:30 am - 9:45 pm Tu B’Shevat Jan. 30 Tuesday 6:30 am - 9:45 pm Purim Feb. 28 Wednesday 6:30 am - 9:45 pm Yom Hashoah April 11 Thursday 6:30 am - 10:15 pm Yom Ha’atzmout April 19 Friday 6:30 am - 5:15 pm Lag B’omer May 2 Saturday 8:30 am - 5:15 pm Shavuot May 19 Sunday 8:30 am - 9:15 pm Memorial Day May 31

GENERAL INFORMATION Building Closed First days of Passover March 30 & 31 (Tues. & Wed.) Last days of Passover April 5 & 6 (Mon. & Tues.) Shavuout May 19 & 20 (Wed. & Thurs.) Memorial Day May 31 (Mon.) Early Closings Erev Passover March 29 (Mon.) 3 PM Last days of Passover April 4 (Sun.) 5 PM Erev Shavuout May 18 (Tues.) 5 PM

Special Events 2009/2010 Purim Carnival Feb. 28 Jewish Sports Hall of Fame April 18 14th Annual Golf Classic May 10 Unity in the Community May 17

2 GENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL

Membership Cards Membership cards must be scanned upon entering the building. All visitors are requested to show a photo I. D., sign in, and get a visitor's pass. Non-members currently enrolled in a program must show their program card and a photo I. D. upon entering the building.

Weather Conditions Suffolk Y JCC closings will be announced on radio stations WALK 97.5, WBAB, WBLI, and News 12 on Cablevision.

Cafe Y Cafe Y, located in the Suffolk Y JCC is open Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-12:30 pm. Closed on weekends. The coffee shop is generally closed for school vacations.

Fitness, Sports & Aquatics The Fitness and Sports Dept. provides the area an affordable, inviting, state-of- the-art fitness facility. The Center includes a fully equipped strength training area, a complete array of aerobic equipment, 2 air conditioned basketball gymnasiums, indoor track, heated indoor 25 meter pool, 4 outdoor tennis Parking courts & outdoor basketball court, whirlpool, saunas, steam All members must park in designated areas. rooms, as well as an aerobics/dance studio. There is no parking in the Fire Zone at any time. There is a comprehensive after-school program, sports for Violators will be ticketed. children, teens and adults, as well as special fitness programs for adults. One-to-one personal training, swim and Directions massage therapy sessions are available by appointment. Persons with health problems and/or other special needs will Southern State Pkwy. north on Seaford-Oyster Bay find programs, classes and services designed to promote a Expressway (Rte. 135) to Northern State Pkwy. or L.I.E.: higher quality of life. 1) Northern State Pkwy. to exit 43 (Commack Rd.), left at traffic light, north on Commack Rd. for 4 lights to Star Playhouse Hauppauge Rd., make a left at the traffic light. The Suffolk Y JCC is 1/4 mile on the right. We are in our 27th season. We at the Y are devoted to bring- 2) L.I.E. traveling east to exit 52 north (Commack Rd.), ing you the best in live theatre, fully staged, costumed and north on Commack Rd. for 8 lights to Hauppauge Rd., complete with elaborate sets. We have grown over the years into one of Long Island's premier theatres. This year we are as above. presenting four exciting productions in the Ira J. Hertan 3) L.I.E. traveling west to exit 53 north (Commack Rd.), Memorial Auditorium. north on Commack Rd. for 8 lights to Hauppauge Rd., as above.

3 Children’s Wall Tribute Cards The Suffolk Y JCC has tribute cards Fundraising to enable you to convey your thoughtful expressions of sympathy, Lois Gold, MS, Development Director - Ext. 129 birthdays, holidays or other special occasions. An appropriate card will Generation to be mailed to the individual or fami- CONSIDER THE FUTURE Generation ly you designate. You will receive a receipt for your tax-deductible The Future lies with generations contribution. Generation to Generation to come! Honor your children, Your gift will enable us to further the Planned Giving can benefit your family and support, enhance grandchildren and great programs of the Suffolk Y JCC for and enrich programs at the Suffolk Y JCC. Information on grandchildren by placing their the betterment of the Jewish Community in Suffolk County. Endowments, Bequests, Charitable Reminder/Trusts, etc., are names on the Children’s Wall. Please make checks payable to: Suffolk Y JCC. available in the Development Office. Birth, Birthdays, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, GENERAL INFORMATION Graduation, Wedding and Suffolk Y JCC Established Funds Special Events Cookbook The perfect gift for any occasion: Helaine and Alvin Strauss Program Endowment Fund Plaque Donation Bridal Showers, Hostess Gift, $180 per name (three lines maximum Mother’s Day, Passover, etc. Dr. Gerald Ravitz Endowment Fund – 22 characters per line). $ 20.00 per book (tax included) Your support will benefit the $ 23.00 Gift Set (Tax included) Lawrence Lazar Memorial Camp Scholarship Fund programs and services for children Proceeds to benefit the JCC’s Scholarship Fund. at the Suffolk Y JCC. For further information please call ext. 129. Mark Weinman Memorial Fund Audrey Griliches Bratt Memorial Camp SAVE THE DATE Scholarship Fund Barbara Korin Camp Scholarship Fund 14th Annual Golf Classic Jack Aronowitz Memorial Fund Monday Shana Kay Memorial Day Care Scholarship Fund May 10, 2010 Marty Glickman Scholarship Fund Hamlet Golf & For further information on fundraising programs, contact Country Club Lois Gold, Development Director at 462-9800, Ext. 129. 4 GENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL

Membership Chickie Cohen, Director of Member Services - Ext. 118 Membership Rates are effective through September 30, 2009

Annual Monthly Building Fund Assessment Initiation Fee MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES Dues Dues Payable Over 6 Years (One Time Only) All fees are subject to change. Membership dues, building fund & initiation fees are not refundable. New Members Replacement cards are $10.00 FAMILY Parents & all children through age 22, living at home or attending school. $642 $53.50 $900 ($150/year) $200 COUPLES (children not included). $600 $50.00 $900 ($150/year) $200 SINGLE PARENT FAMILY Full service to a single custodial parent (divorced, legally separated, $402 $33.50 $540 ($90/year) $120 widow, widower) & children living at home through age 22. TEEN MEMBERSHIP * Age 14-18. High School Students ONLY. Includes all facilities. Basketball not $270 $22.50 Waived Waived available Wed. after 6 pm and Sun. 8:30 am - 12 noon. Weight Room available after completing a one hour Safety & Gym Etiquette class. * Does not include guest privileges, camp or pre-school. YOUNG ADULT Ages 18-25. $270 $22.50 $450 ($75/year) $120 SINGLE ADULT Ages 26-63. $450 $37.50 $540 ($90/year) $120 OLDER ADULT 63+ or proof of retirement if over 60. $306/Indiv. $25.50 Maintenance $60** Waived $432/Couple $36.00 Maintenance $90** Waived CHAI MEMBERSHIP (60+) Fee applicable for participation in Chai Club only; does not include any $82/Indiv. – – – membership privileges. $162/Couple – – – COLLEGE MEMBERSHIP Currently attending school NOT ON L.I. OR MANHATTAN. To be used when $234 $19.50 Waived Waived home on vacation. College I. D. & proof of current enrollment must be shown. This category is not for commuter students. Does not include guest privileges, camp or pre-school.

Membership Services Teen Membership PAYMENT OF MEMBERSHIP AND BUILDING FEES Thanks to all our JCC members for your continued Children between the ages of 13 and 16 will have ARE DUE ON THE FIRST DAY OF YOUR ANNIVER- support which allows us to offer exemplary social, unlimited access to the Fitness Center PROVIDING SARY MONTH. ( I.E. JULY 1 FOR JULY). cultural, recreational and educational programs for they have registered for and completed a one hour all ages. As we move into Fall it is important that you SAFETY & GYM ETIQUETTE class. This will be a NOTES: ** Maintenance is in lieu of building fund KEEP US INFORMED on how you are doing. group class offered one Sunday each month and and is an annual commitment for no longer than 8 will be taught by one of our personal trainers. years. Adjusted fees are based on financial need. Just stop by my office located down the main cor- All requests should be made in writing and will be ridor. There’s always a chair waiting for you. TEEN members will not be allowed in the basket- kept strictly confidential. ball gyms on SUNDAY mornings between 8:30 and Members Getting Members Noon and WEDNESDAY evening from 6-I0pm. This IF THE BUILDING FUND IS PAID-IN-FULL UP FRONT, Bring a friend or family member in to join our JCC is ADULT MEN’S LEAGUE TIME. THE INITIATION FEE WILL BE WAIVED. family and receive as a thank you 2 tickets to one of our Suffolk Y JCC Theatre Productions. Call Chickie at TEEN MEMBERSHIP DOES NOT INCLUDE CAMP, All dues are subject to change. Membership dues, Ext. 118 for further details. PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND GUEST PASSES. building fund and initiation fees are not refundable.

For your convenience, you can now pay your annual membership dues with our EASY MONTHLY PAYMENT OPTION. Use your Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express cards. To enroll in this FREE service you must agree to pay the full year’s membership at the current price. 5 UJA- Federation of New York’s ◆ ◆ Connect to Care The Jewish community at work for you F•E•G•S Health and Human Services System in collaboration with The Suffolk Y JCC Help When You Need It Where You Need It In this recession, many of us find ourselves in need of support – even those of us who have never before had the need to access assistance. UJA-Federation of New York created Connect to Care, an initiative that capitalizes on its capacity to GENERAL INFORMATION respond to a community-wide crisis and use its vast agency network to leverage the services. The result is a broad array of services that are coordinated among agencies and area synagogues to provide you and your family with the help you need – where you need it. You can access services near your home, your job, or are in a more discreet location, ensuring that services are easy to obtain, comprehensive, and delivered confidentially. UJA-Federation’s Comprehensive Services include: Connect to Care Suffolk Center F·E·G·S Health and Human Services System • Employment and career transition services, in collaboration with including job networking and career seminars; The Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack, NY 11725 • Financial consultation, debt counseling 1.631.486.2521 or 1.631.462.9800 EXT. 151 and budget assistance; [email protected] • Legal services; Volunteer Opportunities 212.524.1745 • Supportive counseling and Jewish spiritual care; Region-Wide Services • Volunteer opportunities. F·E·G·S Health and Human Services System Employment and Career-Transition Services 1.212.524.1790 Call 631-486-2521 to speak with a staff member New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) and request a seminar schedule. Legal Services and Financial Consultation Call Suffolk Center for intake 6 GENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL Registration Laura Marlin, Customer Service – Ext. 107 Barbara Semprini, Customer Service – Ext. 133 Preferred registration will be given to Suffolk Y JCC members. Fees All fees are due with registration and are for one session only, unless otherwise specified. Registration Registration may be made in person, using cash, check or VISA, MASTER CARD, DISCOVER CARD, or AMERICAN EXPRESS. Registration is available by phone only if paid by VISA, MAS- TER CARD, DISCOVER CARD, or AMERICAN EXPRESS. Registration by mail is also available using check, VISA, MASTER CARD, DISCOVER CARD, or AMERICAN EXPRESS. The registration form must accompany any mail-in registration. Cancellation of Clubs and Classes Insurance All sessions are subject to minimum enrollment.The Suffolk Y JCC reserves the right to cancel Medical expenses incurred for injuries at the Suffolk Y JCC resulting from an acci- sessions where a minimum is not achieved. In the event that a class is cancelled, all fees will dent during athletic activities must first be submitted to your private medical be returned. There is a maximum capacity for all clubs and classes. Where registration insurance carrier for reimbursement. New York State law requires that you make exceeds capacity, every effort will be made to form additional groups. The Y JCC is respon- medical claims against your own insurance company, if any member of your fam- sible for make-up classes only in the event of cancellation due to the absence of an instruc- ily is injured while riding in a JCC bus for a JCC program. tor or if sessions are cancelled due to building closings or weather conditions. Guest Policy Membership Renewal Each members’ account (with the exception of Teen and College categories) will Membership renewal may be done in person, by mail, or by phone. Payment must be made be credited with three (3) free guest visits upon payment of your yearly dues by cash, check or credit card. and building fund. You may redeem your free guest visit at the Front Office, Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-7:30 pm, Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm and Sunday 10:00 Easy Monthly Payment Option am 3:30 pm (office is closed Sundays for July and August). Children under 5 are free. Guests of members must be accompanied by the member when using the For your convenience, you can now pay your annual membership dues with our Easy Monthly facility upon payment of $10 per day. Suffolk County residents can come as a Payment Option. Use your Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express card. To enroll in guest only one time in six months. Saturday guest passes must be pre-purchased this FREE service you must agree to pay the full year’s membership at the current price. during the week. Refunds Membership Cards MEMBERSHIP FEES AND THE BUILDING FUND ASSESSMENT ARE NOT REFUNDABLE. Membership cards are not transferable. Failure to abide by this rule will result in All requests for program refunds must be submitted in writing no later than two (2) working days forfeiture of membership privileges. Members (over age 6) are provided with before class or program begins. There is an administration charge of 25% of the fee (minimum membership cards which MUST BE CARRIED AT ALL TIMES. Cards must be $5). NO REFUNDS after this date. For Holiday Programs – a refund (less administrative fee) will scanned upon entering the building and upon entering the Fitness and Sports be made only if registrant can be replaced from “JCC” waiting list. A doctor’s note is required. wing. In case of loss, there will be a charge of $10 for a replacement card. The request must be submitted in writing at least (2) working days before class or program is Members must abide by the rules and regulations of the Suffolk Y JCC. held. The policy does not include Nursery School, Camp, Cultural Arts events or any other program where a special refund policy is indicated. A Photo driver’s license is required as I.D. for temporary cards and guest passes. 7 For more information feel free to contact us. Call Lynn at 631-462-9800 ext. 136 or check our website: www.starplayhouse.com

OUR EXCITING 2010 SEASON Star Playhouse at the Suffolk Y JCC, continues its tradition of presenting lavish, fully costumed Broadway shows. Talent is drawn from throughout Long Island.

GENERAL INFORMATION Auditions are open to anyone who would like to perform.

The group is always looking for help in the technical aspects of the productions, such as lighting, set design and building, costumes, audio technology, etc. We need more backstage volunteers. Help us fill our seats by volunteering to usher! Call and leave your phone number.

LONG ISLAND’S MOST EXCITING COMMUNITY THEATRE

THE 2010 SEASON MOON OVER BUFFALO January 9, 10, 17, 23 & 24

HELLO MUDDAH, HELLO FADDUH March 13, 14, 21, 27 & 28

THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE May 15, 16, 22, 23 & 30 8 CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS CHILDREN’S THE MONTER FAMILY EARLY CHILDHOOD DIVISION Caroline Dennin, BA, Director of Day Care and Prenatal Services – Ext. 114 Day Care Angela Mouquin, Assistant Director – Ext. 135

The Suffolk Y JCC’s New York State licensed Day Care Center provides Day Care for children 3 months to 5 years, Monday through Friday, 6:30 am-6:00 pm.

Our professionally trained and accredited Early Childhood staff provides appropriate developmental activities in keeping with the experiential philosophy of our program. Our nurturing and stimulating JCC environment encourages self-expression and pro- motes self-confidence and independence.

The Day Care Center provides a Jewish atmosphere through the observance of the Sabbath, offering special holiday programs, and teaching the rich traditions that link the children to their heritage.

Children participate in varied activities throughout the Y including reading readiness, math, science, art, music, free play, and outdoor recreation. Our weekly enrichment activities include gym, music and movement, cooking, ceramics, and swimming for children in the 3 and 4 year old programs. Our newly renovated classrooms are large and comfortable and provide a safe and nurturing environment. Family Membership Is Required

Pre-Natal Program Newborn Infant R.N. Home Visit The Suffolk Y JCC’s Prenatal program Care Class Participants in our Lamaze class will lets us help you prepare for that spe- This one session, two hour class have the opportunity, at no charge, for cial time. Our class instructors are cer- teaches “Parents-To-Be” basic care a one time home visit by a registered Lamaze Class tified and are experienced in teaching needed for their newborn. nurse. This 60 minute visit will take The childbirth educational classes are prenatal seminars. Classes are free to Participants are encouraged to bring place within the first two weeks after provided by a Lamaze International the community. their own doll, diaper and receiving arriving home from the hospital. The Certified R. N. The goal is to fully pre- By Lamaze International. blanket for a hands on experience. nurse will assist the new parents with pare students for their Labor, Delivery Pre-registration Required. Class meets once a month (7-9 pm). newborn care. and Recovery period thereby helping Totsaver them feel more comfortable and con- Breast Feeding Class fident. Class size averages 4-7 cou- This one session, two hour class dis- This one session, two hour class gives ples. A session meets once a week for cusses the” How-To’s” of breast feed- participants the opportunity to experi- 4 weeks (7-10 p.m.) throughout the ing and much more. The purpose of ence a hands-on training in infant and year. this program is to help mothers feel toddler CPR and relief of airway Fee: Members: $90; Non-members: more confident in this bonding expe- obstructions. Class meets twice a $110 Pre-registration required. rience. month (7-9 pm). Class meets once a month (7-9 pm).

9 LEARNING EVERY DAY – LOVING EVERY MINUTE Pre-School Division Jami Ashendorf, BS, Preschool Director – Ext. 115 Angela Mouquin, Asst. Preschool Director – Ext. 135

Mommy and Me Toddler Time - 2 Year olds by April 1st A play and learning experience for parents and tod- An introduction to supervised play away from dlers. Parents are urged to participate in child’s activ- mommy and home. 5 month program Jan. - May, ities. Children practice separation while parents Mon./Wed. or Tues./Thurs. 9:30 - 12:00 noon move into the discussion area with a qualified group Fee: Mem: $181/mo.; Non-mem: $237/mo. leader. Eight 1-1/2 hour sessions. Hello Baby - birth - 3 mos. Running Rampant! - 12 to 17 months AGES: 18 TO 23 MONTHS Meet moms and their new babies: participate in rel- They did it. They defied the laws of gravity - they Begins 1/12 - 8 Sessions evant discussions, enjoy music and sensory stimula- stood up and walked and now there’s no stopping

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Tues. 10:15 am - 11:45 am tion activities such as infant massage, keepsake art them. As long as you have to chase them you might Fee: Members: $240 projects, music and movement. as well have fun doing it, right? Bring your toddler to Non-members: $280 Begins 1/14 - 3 sessions; Thurs. 10:15 am - 11:15 am a place where he/she can climb, run, jump and learn Fee: Members: $60; Non-Members $75 the basics of tumbling in a safe, cheerful environ- AGES: 24 TO 30 MONTHS 9/17-10/8, 10/15-11/5, 11/12-12/10. ment. We’ll break out the bubbles, the parachute and Begins 1/4 - 8 Sessions the music too! Come join other parents who are just Thurs. 10:15 am - 11:45 am Babycize - 3 to 9 months as proud and equally as exhausted. Fee: Members: $240 A program for parent and baby involving exercises. Begins 1/12 -8 Sessions; Tues. 11:15 am - 12:00 noon Non-members: $280 Crawling, rocking, rolling, songs and play. Fee: Members: $128; Non-members: $160 Offered to you by Gymboree on the Go. Nursery School - For 3 & 4 Year olds Begins 1/11 -8 sessions; Mon. 11:15 am - 12:00 noon Wee Got The Beat - 15-30 months The Suffolk Y JCC Nursery School is a carefully Fee: Members: $128; Non-members: $160 Music and movement combine to give toddlers an planned program designed to meet the needs of introduction to rhythm. Toddlercize - 10 to 14 months three and four-year old children. Activities include: Begins 1/15 - 8 sessions; Fri. 10:30 - 11:15 am Music, dance, arts & crafts, gym, swimming, ceram- Designed to develop motor activity. Balance beam, Fee: Members: $128 Non-members: $160 ics, playground and the Jewish Discovery Place tunnels, slides, large balls and rocking toys are used. Children’s Museum. The Offered to you by Gymboree on the Go. - 4 year olds observance of Jewish cus- Begins 1/11 - 8 sessions; Mon. 10:15 am - 11:00 am With Our Own 2 Hands toms and holidays form an Fee: Members: $128; Non-members: $160 This is a class dedicated to reinforcing the values of good “character development”. Using age appropri- integral part of the program. Rug Rats Retreat - 6 to 11 months Our staff is composed of ate stories, music, discussions and role play, the chil- Come join other moms and their children in a safe, experienced certified dren will have formal opportunities to practice values soft, colorful environment. Help your baby develop teachers and assistants. such as respect, responsibility and tzedakah (giving motor and social skills and encourage self confidence Family Membership charity). through tactile and visual stimulation. Besides all that Required for Nursery Begins 1/13; 8 sessions; Wed. 2:30 - 3:30 pm stuff ... it’s just plain fun! School. Fee: Members: $128; Non-members: $160 Begins 1/12 - 8 Sessions; Tues. 10:15 am - 11:00 am Fee: Members: $128; Non-members: $160 10 LEARNING EVERY DAY – LOVING EVERY MINUTE CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS CHILDREN’S Pre-Schoolers Without Mommy (3 & 4 year olds) Little Chefs Kids Night Out 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm GOOEY, DELICIOUS AND EDIBLE From pudding to January 23 pizza and hand decorated kosher treats! Kids will February 7 create and eat their yummy snacks. March 13 Begins 1/11 - 8 sessions, Mon. 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm April 24 Fee: Members: $128; Non-members: $160 May 5 Fee: Members: $15; Non-members $20 Lunch Bunch Children extend their day by 1-1/4 hour and enjoy Watch for info on Upcoming / lunch, story and play with their peers and a teacher. Begins 1/12, Tues. 12:00 - 1:15 pm, 8 sessions or New Special Events & 1/13, Wed. 12:00 - 1:15 pm, 8 sessions. Holiday Programs Fee Tues: Members: $128; Non-members: $160 Mom’s Night -Shop & Schmooze Fee Wed: Members: $128; Non-members: $160 Monthly Saturday Socials for Preschool and Daycare Children January 9. Art Around the World Children will use a variety of mediums to create art from around the world. Begins Thurs., 1/14- 8 sessions Fee: Members: $128; Non-members: $160. Little Scientist Explore the world around us. Children will use their senses to experiment with different media. Begins 1/12 - 8 sessions Tues. 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. Fee: Members: $128; Non-members: $160

Cabaret Kids Is your child the next Hannah Montana or Zac Efron? If so, this is the class for them. Begins 1/12, 8 sessions; Tuesdays 2:30 - 3:30 pm Fee: Members: $ 160; Non-members: $200 Clay Play Beginning experiences with simple clay projects. Begins 1/13- 8 sessions Wed. 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. Fee: Members: $128; Non-members: $160 11 LEARNING EVERY DAY – LOVING EVERY MINUTE Aquatics Pre-K Enrichment for your 4 Year Old for Pre-schoolers Spanish Phonics Express This program is designed to provide children with This program provides an opportunity for children to Splash & Paddle (ages 6 mos. - 2 yrs.) some basics of another language when they are be introduced to more advanced reading skills and An introductory and exploration class for infants/tod- most ready to assimilate the information. Your child reading readiness. In this class adventure, your child dlers and their parents. Infants/toddlers become will meet weekly with a Spanish Language Specialist will become better prepared for kindergarten. A comfortable in the water and learn beginner swim- and come away with the foundations and enthusi- reading specialist will continue to expand your ming skills. All participants must wear swim diapers, asm for speaking a new language, which may child’s reading skills through linguistic and phonetic if not toilet trained. Parent participation is a must. become the second universal language of our time. instruction, working with each child at his or her Thurs. 2:30 - 3:30 pm Begins 1/14 8 sessions pace. Limited enrollment; register early! Age 6 mos.- l yr: Fee: Members: $160; Non-members $200 Wed. 2:30 - 3:30 pm Begins 1/13 8 sessions Sun. 9:30-10:00 am; or 12 noon - 12:30 pm Fee: Members: $160; Non-members $200 Mon.-Thurs. Create-A-Class Age 1 yr.- 2 yr: PRE-SCHOOL WEEK AT A GLANCE CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Sun. 10:00-10:30 am; or 12:30 - 1:00 pm Mon.-Thurs. Create-A-Class DATE PROGRAM TIME Monday Toddlercize 10:15 am - 11:00 am Beginner Bubble (ages 2 - 3 yrs,) Starts 1/11 Babycize 11:15 am - 12:00 noon An introductory and exploration class to swimming Little Chefs 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm using flotation devices for parents and their toddlers. Tuesday Rug Rats Retreat 10:15 am - 11:00 am Toddlers will become independent swimmers using Starts 1/12 Mommy & Me 10:15 am - 11:45 pm these devices, and learn basic water safety. Running Rampant 11:15 am - 12:00 noon Parent participation is a must. Lunch Bunch 12:00 noon - 1:15 pm Sun. 10:30-11:00 am or 11:30 am - 12 Noon. Little Scientist 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cabaret Kids 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Mon.-Thurs. Create-A-Class Wednesday Lunch Bunch 12:00 noon - 1:15 pm Advanced Bubbles (ages 3 - 4 yrs) Starts 1/13 Clay Play 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm An advanced class for children not ready to separate Phonics 2:30pm - 3:30 pm from their parents. Children will learn beginner With Our Own Two Hands 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm strokes and floats. Parent participation is a must. Thursday Hello Baby 10:15 am - 11:15 am Sun. 9:00 - 9:30 am or 11:00-11:30 am; Starts 1/14 Mommy & Me 10:15 am - 11:45 am Mon.-Thurs. Create -A-Class Art Around the World 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Spanish 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Friday Wee Got The Beat 10:15 am - 11:00 am Starts 1/15

Register in the Pre-School office or call 462-9800 ext. 135. Enrollment is limited. NO refunds will be issued. Payment is taken in the Pre-School Office. Create-A-Class (Parent/Tot or Level Classes) Can’t fit our schedule into yours? Why not make your own group lesson? You arrange a class of 3 or more children of the same age/ability, and pick the day and time of the class. Classes will run based on pool and instructor availability. 12 CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS CHILDREN’S Junior Division Junior Division Holiday Program Schedule 2010 Feb. 15-19, 2010 Ron Hayden, Children and Youth Services Director- Ext. 120 Monday, February 15th Plasterkraze Grades K-2 Kidsplace Get those creative juices flowing when we head out to Kidsplace is a special program that provides before and Plasterkraze in Selden. Children will choose a ceramic piece after school care for children in grades K-5. The program from their large selection and turn it into a unique piece of art objective is to provide a warm, caring environment for by painting and glazing it. Back at the Y for Gym and Swim. kids. Mature and well-trained staff will supervise, aid in Fee: Y Mem $58; Non Mem $74 socialization skills and help with homework in our child- Q-Zar - Grades 3rd - 5th friendly club rooms. Transportation is provided to and At Q-Zar in Carle Place enjoy 2 hours of unlimited Laser Tag. from most Commack & Elwood and some Smithtown Back at the Y, its Gym and Swim. schools. Fee:Y Mem $ 58; Non Mem $74 Tuesday, February 16th AM: Days & Times Please contact the Suffolk Y JCC office before 1:00 pm at Fire and Ice with Mad Science - K - 5 Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to start of school day. 462-9800, if your child is sick and will not be attending Get ready for some sizzling excitement! Join us for safe and sci- The Suffolk Y JCC will provide breakfast and transport Kidsplace. All Jewish and legal holidays are observed. entific fun with fire and ice! Witness and learn about the amaz- ing properties of fire. Then, cool off with spectacular demon- your child to their appropriate school. (Based on avail- Full day Holiday programs are available at an additional strations involving dry ice. The Mad Science show provides ability). There is a minimum and maximum registration cost during school recess. A 10% sibling discount on live, interactive and compelling educational experiences that required. second or third child attending Kidsplace two or more make learning a blast. Gym, Swim and Arts and Crafts complete days a week. the day. PM: Days & Times Fee: Y Mem $58; Non Mem $74 Monday through Friday, end of school day - 6:00 pm. Yom Holedet Sameach! Wednesday, February 17th Happy Birthday! Reptile Show Grades K-5 Days AM PM At Erik’s Reptile Edventures show at the Suffolk Y, you’ll have a Per Week Mem. Non-Mem. Mem. Non Celebrate your child’s birthday starting with a basic chance to interact with roaches from Madagascar, frogs from Mem. party package with your choice of fabulous special Australia, pythons from Asia and Walley the American option extras. Parties are on Sundays only and are avail- Alligator. Gym, Swim and Art complete the day. 5 $203 $267 $266 $396 able until the first Sunday in May. There is a one party Fee: Y Mem $58; Non Mem $74 4 $191 $233 $245 $344 limit each week and is based on the Y’s programming Thursday, February 18th schedule. Must book dates four to six weeks in David Jack Grades K-5 3 $153 $187 $226 $278 advance. A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required. A David Jack assembly is literally an explosion of musical magic. His upbeat, hi energy programs draw your kids into a wonder- Kosher Birthday cake, deco- 2 $117 $141 $168 $212 Basic Party Package: ful world of activity and excitement. David Jack is an award rations, party favors, paper goods, party games, room winning children’s recording artist who brings originality, humor 1 $64 $89 $92 $117 rental, set-up and clean-up, supervisory staff. Up to 20 and a refreshingly hip musical energy to his concert audiences children. nationwide. Don’t miss his appearance at the Suffolk Y JCC. Gym, Swim and Arts and Crafts complete the day. Please be prompt when picking up your child. No child Members: $235; Non-members: $365; Fee: Y Mem $58; Non Mem $74 will be released to anyone other than a parent who $5.00 each additional child; $2.00 each adult (exclud- resides with the child unless a note is received. ing parents). Friday, February 19th Options: Bowling, Gym and Swim Grades K-5 Upon registration there will be a 2 month deposit plus a $50 Cooking, Crafts Mem. $115; Non-mem. $152 We’re off to AMF Commack Vets Lanes for two hours of unlim- late pick-up fee required. $5 will be deducted for every 15 Ceramics, Fabric Art Mem. $115; Non-mem. $188 ited bowling. Back at the Y enjoy Gym and Swim. min. past the scheduled pick-up time. Any amount remain- Pool, Gym Mem. $125; Non-mem. $226 Fee: Y Mem $58; Non Mem $74 ing will be credited to your last payment. 13 plans, use metric rulers, make necessary calculations and Junior Division Jr. Division work with different tools. 8 Sessions Winter Session Starts: January 14th Spring Recess March 29 - April 2 After - School Classes Spring Session Starts: April 8th Monday, March 29th NEW Mad Science - Gr. K-2 Mon. 4:30 - 5:30 Y Mem $125; Non Mem $136 Mad Science the worlds’s leader in fun science for chil- NY Party Zone - Grades K - 2, dren is coming to the Suffolk Y JCC. During this 8 session Saturday Kids Social We’re off to Farmingdale for inflatable fun at NY Party Zone. class you will learn about Magnets, Nutrition, Optical Grades K-5; 1pm - 3pm While there, enjoy 2 hours of bouncing, slides, obstacle courses and more. Back at the Y we’ll have time for Art and Gym. Y Illusions, Sonic Sounds and more. Through Mad Science An afternoon of supervised gym play, an edible art Closes at 3pm - No Extended Day Today. your child will be able to touch, see, hear, smell and taste activity and more. Fee: Y Mem $58; Non Mem $74. what science is all about. 8 Sessions Dates: Jan. 9th, Feb. 6th, March 6th, April 10th & May 8th Y Mem $15; Non Mem $25 Winter session Starts: Monday, January 11th Ultimate GaGa - Grades 3 - 5, Spring Session Starts: Monday, April 12th Join us as we head out to Ultimate GaGa in Syosset. While there Fee: Y Mem $125; Non Mem $136 Kids Night Out rotate through GaGa, Dodgeball and Game Room. Gym and Grades K-5 - Sat. 7:30 - 10:30pm Swim at the Y complete the day. Y Closes at 3pm - No NEW Mad Science - Gr. 3-5 Tues. 4:30 - 5:30 Parents enjoy a Saturday night out while your kids enjoy Extended Day Today. Mad Science the worlds’s leader in fun science for chil- a night at the Y! Kids wear your pajamas and get ready Fee: Y Mem $58; Non Mem $74. dren is coming to the Suffolk Y JCC. During this 8 session for a fun night of gym time, arts and crafts, great snacks, class you will learn about Magnets, Nutrition, Optical a movie with popcorn and more with your friends. 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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Illusions, Sonic Sounds and more. Through Mad Science further info contact Ron Hayden ext. 120 New York Hall of Science- Grades 3 - 5, your child will be able to touch, see, hear, smell and taste Dates: Jan. 23rd, Feb. 27th, March 13th, April 24th and At the New York Hall of Science in Queens explore more than what science is all about. 8 Sessions May 15th. Registration due Wed. before program date. 400 exhibits and the incredible outdoor science playground. Winter session Starts: Monday, January 12th Fees: Y Mem $15; Non Mem $25 No Swim. Spring Session Starts: Monday, April 13th Fee: Y Mem $58; Non Mem $74. Fee: Y Mem $125; Non Mem $136 Class Sampler Grades K-5 Sat.12:00 - 3:00pm Children get a sampling of some of our Jr. Division After- TBA- Grades K-2 Call Ron Hayden for more info 462-9800 ext.120 NEW Long Island Chess Nuts - Gr. K-5 School classes being offered in our Spring session. Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30 Children upon registration choose 3 classes from 5 Friday, April 2nd The L.I. Chess Nuts are bringing their chess program to the choices to participate in. Possible choices include: Camp Warm Up - Grades K -5, Suffolk Y JCC. Learn from some of the top instructors and Chess, Ceramics, Mad Science, Aviation and Cooking. We’re off to the Henry Kauffman Campgrounds, home of the players. Chess is educational and can increase reading Date: Sunday, March 21st Suffolk Y JCC’s Day Camp. Enjoy some of your favorite camp and math levels, plus it gives children better concentra- Registration due the Wednesday before program date. activities as we get a head start on Summer of ‘09. No Swim. tion, strategy skills, self esteem and confidence not to Fees: Y Mem $25 Non Mem $35 Fee: Y Mem $58; Non Mem $74. mention it’s challenging and fun! 8 Sessions Winter Session Starts: January 13th Cheerleading Grades K-5 Sun.12:00 - 2:00pm JUNIOR WEEK AT A GLANCE Spring Session Starts: April 7th Welcome to the world of cheerleading! Learn cheers, Date Program Grades Time Y Mem $125; Non Mem $136 dances, beginner jumps and other cheerleading skills. Bring your spirit and your energy for a fun-filled hour of Saturday Sat. Kids Social Gr. K-5 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm NEW The Passionate Palate Gr. K-5 cheerleading! 6 Sessions; Instructor: Amie Caulfield Dates 1/9, 2/6, and 3/6, 4/10 and 5/8 Wednesdays; 4:30 - 5:30 Starts: April 11th Kids Night Out Gr. K-5 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm This cooking and art class gives children a kitchen-eye view Y Mem $90; Non Mem $102 Dates 1/23, 2/27, and 3/13, 4/24 and 5/15 of science, history, culture and art. The Passionate Palate , a regular at area libraries, bring their hands on class to the On Centerstage & Jr. Division Sunday Cheerleading Gr. K-5 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Suffolk Y JCC. Don’t miss the fun! 8 sessions. Winter Session 3/21/Class Sampler Gr. K-5 12:00pm- 3:00 pm Starts: January 13th; Spring Session Starts: April 7th Children’s Theater Monday Mad Science Gr. K-2 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Y Mem $125; Non Mem $136 Show : Rock and Roll Revue Starts 1/11 Mad Science Gr. 3-5 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Auditions: Sunday, January 10th Aviators - Grades K-5 Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30 Grades 1-3 - 12 pm-1 pm; Grades 4-6 - 1 pm-3 pm Wednesday LI Chess Nuts Gr. K-5 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Join the Hobby Quest and learn how to build and fly Call backs to follow; Show Dates: Sat., April 17th in Starts 1/13 Passionate Palate Gr. K-5 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm real model airplanes. Aviators will go outside (weather evening. Sunday, April 18th in evening. Thurssday Aviators Gr. K-5 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm permitting)to see your gliders in motion and to fly your Fees only apply if accepted as part of cast. Starts 1/14 14 models. During the course you will also learn to read Fee: Y Mem $154 Non-Mem $205 CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS CHILDREN’S Camp Information Marci Sherman, MSW, Director of Camping Services – Ext. 105

From the very young camper to the Staff Extensions teenager, the Suffolk Y JCC Day Camps are custom-designed with your child in Marci Sherman, MSW mind. Director of Camping ...... 105 Whether it’s your pre-schooler, teen- Adam Bendeson, MSW Co-Director of Junior, Sports & ager, sports enthusiast, emerging bud- Tween Camps ...... 116 ding artist, all around camper or spe- Ron Hayden cial-needs child, the Suffolk Y JCC has Co-Director of Junior, Sports & the perfect summer day camp program Tween Camps ...... 120 to fit your family. Jami Ashendorf, BS, Director Camp gives children the opportunity to of Camp Wonderland ...... 115 have fun while meeting new friends Barbara Breslin and learning new skills. Director, On Centerstage ...... 233 The Suffolk Y JCC camps give you the Alice Levy security of knowing your child is well Camp Registrar ...... 127 taken care of by a team of Social Jeanette Bennett, Workers, Educators and Child Care Camp Bookkeeper ...... 109 Professionals. Camp is where experi- Eileen Schneyman, LMSW ences come alive! Camp Kehilla ...... 113 Grace Barrett Director, Camp Create ...... 230 Director of Young Adventurers ...... 115

Visit our Website! www.suffolkycamps.org

15 Youth Division Ron Hayden, Children and Youth Services Director – Ext. 120

Tween Lounge (Gr. 6-8) TEEN AND TWEEN CLASSES: To meet the changing needs of this growing age Babysitting Training Course - Gr. 6-9 group here at the JCC, a Tween program for chil- Sundays 10:30am - 12:30pm dren currently in grades 6, 7 and 8 is offered. Make This 4 hour course will teach you the basics of babysit- a Saturday night a month special. Join us at our Lounge and Gym Program. The program consists of ting. Upon completion of course, your name will be open gym time, a drop down big screen TV with added to the Y’s Babysitter list. YOUTH PROGRAMS cable, air hockey, fooseball, and Wii game systems. 2 Sessions. March; Dates: TBA If you want to hang out and have a great time doing Y Mem $84; Non Mem $95 it, this is the place to be. One Saturday night per month 7pm - 8:30pm. For further information call Guitar - Gr. 6 - 10 Ron at ext.120. Tuesdays 6pm - 7pm Dates: Jan. 9, Feb. 6, March 6, April 10, and May 8 If you always wanted to know how to play guitar, then Fees: Y Members $5/night; Non Members $8/night check out this class. This class is for the beginner. Learn basic chords and a few songs. Participants need to Teen Lounge (Gr. 9-12) bring their own guitar. 5 Sessions; Instructor-Jason Moss The Suffolk Y’s Teen Lounge is ready for another Starts: Jan. 12th great year! Lounge includes: open gym time, a Y Mem $65; Non Mem $81 drop down big screen TV with cable, air hockey, Aviators - Gr. 6-7 Regents Review Courses fooseball, Wii game systems, and much more are Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30 9am - 2pm waiting for you! Bring your friends or come down Stressing over your upcoming Regents exam? Stress no and make new ones. Why go anywhere else? Join the Hobby Quest to learn how to build and fly real more! The Suffolk Y offers one day review classes for Meets two Saturday nights per month from 9pm - model airplanes and to explore the world of aviation! 11pm. For further information call Ron at ext.120. Aviators will go outside (weather permitting)to see your January Regents exams. Classes run from 9am - 2pm Dates: Jan. 9 & 30, Feb. 6 & 20, March 6 & 20, April gliders in motion and to fly your models. During the with a 45min. Break for lunch. Participants should bring 10 & 17, May 8 & 22 course you will also learn to read plans, use metric rulers, lunch with them. Review courses are also given in June Fees: Y Members $5/night; Non Members $8/night make necessary calculations and work with different for end of year Regents Exams. tools. Y Mem $125; Non Mem $136 Sunday, January 17th - Math B, Chemistry, Physics MAC ATTACK (Gr. 7 & 8) Sunday, January 24th - Living Environment, Earth Are volunteer hours a requirement for your Bar or Science, Geometry, Integrated Algebra and English Bat Mitzvah? We have the answer, Mac Attack is a End of Year Exam Schedule: program for 7th and 8th graders that combines Sunday, May 30th - Geometry, Integrated Algebra, leadership training and community service in a fun Algebra 2/Trigonometry and social atmosphere. Earn 18 hrs. Of communi- Sunday, June 6th - English, Global Studies & ty service, make a difference in the community, Geography, US History & Government great leadership training, meet Jewish Teens from Sunday, June 13th - Living Environment, Chemistry, Earth all over Suffolk County. Most meetings and events are on Sundays. Science, Physics Y Mem $62; Non Mem $84 Sunday, June 20th - French, Spanish and Math B Pro-rates fees available, call Ron Hayden for info. Y Mem $70; Non Mem $82 16 YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH

participate in a series of educational classes as well as a trip to Israel to complete a community service project together. The main goal of the HAMSA project will be to empow- er young people to promote change in the world through grassroots community service and learning. Twenty students, 10 Jewish and 10 Muslim, 10 American and 10 Israeli will learn the importance of Tikkun Olam - Repairing the World through cross cultural collaboration, community service and civic awareness. Additionally, the program seeks to cultivate world citizens who are concerned for the welfare of others despite perceived differences. HAMSA will also foster an atmosphere of humanity, where the participants can look past labels and see themselves in others. For an application please call Kelly Alpert Vest at ext. 142 or e-mail [email protected].

The Tri-Center Initiative This program has been developed in order to engage Jewish youth in New York, Argentina and Israel in an ongoing process of developing, maintaining and expanding connections with each other. To achieve this goal the Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center has teamed up with the Five Towns Y, Lamroth Hakol Community Center in Buenos Seeds of Change: A program of the Aires, Argentina and the French Hill Matnas in Jerusalem, Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center. Israel. The Tri-Center Initiative will also entail extensive programming to connect the teens from each country to one The objectives of this program are threefold: a) To immerse another and to bring that connection to the rest of the teens of diverse backgrounds in a meaningful cross cultur- Jewish world through an in-depth group project. al dialogue facilitated by experts in various fields. b) To design and launch four - five events during the course of the year related to any of the following topics: Health, T.A.S.C. Teen Action Unity in the Community: Homelessness, Hunger, National or International Relations, A Day of Community Service for Teens Environment, or a topic of the groups choosing that is not Service Corps listed. c) To engage people young and old in social TASC is an award winning Jewish teen leadership Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center in partnership with the activism and civic engagement. For an application please program for grades 9-12. The program combines Huntington YMCA, the Great South Bay YMCA, and the call Kelly Alpert Vest at ext. 142 or e-mail [email protected]. volunteer service with leadership training. Every Islamic Center of Long Island have organized the annual teenager accepted into the TASC program will Unity in the Community – A Day of Community Service for HAMSA - Heroes Are Made Through receive a volunteer placement for the year. Teens. Teens from various youth organizations across Long Service and Action Volunteer placements include Kid's Place after- Island join together in the spirit of fellowship to better the school program, Emunah, the Y's special needs community through projects such as: restoring parks, visit- HAMSA is a partnership of the Suffolk Y JCC, the French after-school program, gym and theater programs ing hospitalized children, working at shelters and soup Hill Matnas in Jerusalem, Beit Safafa Community Center in and the Gurwin Geriatric Center. Monthly meetings kitchens, painting schools, and planting gardens at a Jerusalem and the Islamic Center of Long Island in consul- provide the TASC members with valuable leader- Habitat for Humanity project house. A core group of 32 tation with the Israel Association of Community Centers and ship training and an opportunity to talk about teens from the partnering agencies meet monthly starting in the Jerusalem Community Center Organization. HAMSA is a Jewish events, multi-cultural issues, and celebrate October to plan the day. If you are interested in finding out program that will bring graduating high school seniors and Jewish holidays. Call Adam at ext. 116 for more how you can be a part of this program, call Kelly Alpert college age students from American and Israeli, Jewish and information. Vest at ext. 142 or e-mail [email protected]. Muslim backgrounds together in the spirit of goodwill to 17 Butler Special Needs Center Eileen Schneyman, LMSW, Assistant Executive Director, 631-462-9800 Ext. 113

After School Programs *NEW* Fitness Fun Saturday Night Club Monday through Thursday 3:30-6:00 A low-impact exercise program for children, tweens and A once a month chance to hang out with your friends at the Y teens (ages 8 and up) with special needs. Join our energetic Friday 3:30-5:30 in a lounge atmosphere. Ping Pong, Fooseball, Wii, DVD staff and get moving to be fit. Activities will include stretch- Movies and games await us! Advance registration a must for through June 25, 2010 ing, hip-hop aerobics, walking/jogging, free choice gym time this program. 1/30/10, 2/20, 3/20, 4/17, 5/22. 7-8:30pm (ongoing registration throughout the year) and maybe even some Zumba! A great way to get off the Members - $10/session ; Non-members - $15/session The Butler Special Needs Center provides couch and start moving during the cold months. YOUTH PROGRAMS After School Social and Recreation Programs 8 sessions – Tuesdays: 4:45-5:45 pm Young Adult Social Program Members - $100; Non-members - $150 (Emunah) for children with a variety of special An evening program emphasizing physical fitness and social- needs including attention deficit disorder, speech Begins Tuesday January 12, 2010 ization for the young adult with special needs who no longer and language delays, developmentally delays and attends school. Gym, swim, games and crafts are all included. autism. The group learns about social skills while *NEW* Wii Fun Begins January 7, 2010 for 14 sessions. participating in recreational activities, immediate- Does your teen want to play the Wii? This is the chance for Members: $240; Non-members: $315. ly reinforcing the skills each child needs to work them to learn a few of the Wii games in a fun atmosphere with on. The programs stress group interaction and their friends. Class size is limited. Games may include Wii Teen and Tween Social Groups socialization skills as well as individual gains in Sports, Wii Play, Mario Kart and Dance Dance Revolution. This (includes Girls Day Out) fine and gross motor skills, speech and language will be a great fun way to “keep up with the times”. Recreation and support groups for and just having fun. Activities include gym, swim, Members $65; Non-members - $90 tweens and teens (ages 12-17) arts and crafts, cooking and homework help. If your child is attending Emunah on Wednesdays, please will allow the high functioning Groups consist of children of varied ages with a deduct 50% off the price. Group size will be limited. special needs child to participate range of abilities. Staff are carefully selected to 4 Sessions beginning Wednesday, January 20; 3:45-4:45pm in a “youth group” program. Led allow the participants to reach their maximum by trained staff, these groups will capacity. allow the participants to become involved in a fun group which will Transportation is not included, although individual increase their social skills through school districts may provide transportation. group discussion and recreational Parents will be required to fill out Participant activities. Participants will help Profiles as well as submitting medical forms prior plan the activities for their twice to attending the first session. Staff in the Special monthly meetings. Trips that may Needs Center are special education teachers, be planned may carry an additional fee. This group meets recreation therapists, and adults or students with approximately two Sundays a month (3:00-4:30) 1/3/10, 1/24, experience and interest in working with a special 2/7, 2/21, 3/7, 3/21, 4/11, 4/25, 5/16 needs population. Fees are based on monthly Members: $90; Non-members: $135. payments. Please call Eileen to arrange for a screening and for fee information. Sunday Supper Club A once a month chance to prepare and eat dinner here at the The Butler Special Needs Center follows the Y Basic cooking/measuring skills will be taught as well as Commack School District Calendar. If school is working together as a group! Bring yourself and your appetite! not in session, there will be no after-school pro- Sundays - 4:30-6:00 gram that day. Please see Vacation Programs for 7 sessions 1/24, 2/21. 3/21 4/25, 5/16. additional activities on selected vacation days. 18 Fee: Members - $160; Non-members - $205 YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH Support Group For Siblings of Rodgers School Special Needs Children Parent Seminar Series A support group for the child who has a sibling with spe- of Music for Youth cial needs. Led by a trained leader, this group gives the The Rodgers School of Music for Youth, funded by a grant A series of seminars of interest to parents of children participants a chance to explore their feelings and receive from the Rodgers Fund of UJA Federation, is a music with special needs. Register for just one or all four. support and friendship from others in a similar situation. school on Long Island dedicated to teaching children These seminars are free and open to the entire com- Topics are decided upon by the group and groups are and youth with a variety of special needs including munity. Suggested donations of $5 per person will formed by the age of the participants. autism, AD/HD, PDD and other developmental and learn- Please call for starting date and schedule. ing delays the fundamentals and love of music. Please call be accepted for the Suffolk Y-JCC Scholarship Fund. 10 Sessions: Members - $80 Non-members $145 ext. 113 for further information on any music classes. Pre-registration is requested to ensure availability. Please call for registration information. *NEW* Drum Circle College Options and Transitions Children and parents are invited to a drum circle jam ses- An evening of information and discussion for par- sion. Led by our fantastic drum instructors, this 45 minute ents of high school students with Aspergers, PDD session will teach the entire family different drum and learning disabilities. Elise Hahn-Felix, LCSW, rhythms, drum sounds, and how to work together to make music from the different types of drums. Please Director of The JCCA Compass Project will talk about bring any household item that can be used as a drum or the different options available for college education a drumstick (i.e. bucket, pot, wooden spoon). for your child. Tuesday, February 23 at 7:00 pm. Members - $5; Non-members - $8 *NEW* Private or Group Lessons – Teen Discussion Group Piano, Guitar, Percussion An evening for the Teens to learn about and discuss Skilled and trained instructors and aides will tailor each the issues of sexuality geared especially for our session to the needs of your child, creating a sensitive teens with special needs. Information will be given and fun learning environment. and there will be plenty of opportunities for the * 30 minute private lessons or small group classes. teens to ask questions. Discussions regarding appro- * Classes are available for ages 5 – 18 priate behaviors within their peer group will also be Vacation Programs * 6 week session, Monday - Thursday 4 – 5:30 PM. part of the evening. Please feel free to call Eileen Sundays dependent on teacher availability. During select school vacations, programs are available for with any questions. (Note-if there is enough interest, the special needs child. Each day may include swim, gym, * Register at any time throughout the year this can be expanded into a 4 session program). a show, arts and crafts, cooking, music or a trip. Certain Group Lesson Fees: Members: $150; Non-members: $210 Bring a brown bag dinner, we’ll supply the dessert children may be eligible to be mainstreamed into the Private Lesson Fees: Members: $190; Non-members: $250 and drink! Tuesday, March 16 at 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm Junior Division Vacation Programs with staff shadows (this Members - $10; Non-members - $15 may require an additional fee). All children who are not *NEW* Music Time part of the After School Programs MUST be interviewed Each fun and interactive Music Time session will include prior to the program to determine group placement. *NEW* music theory, introduction to instruments, dancing, Medicaid or Medicaid Waiver? Fees based upon individual programs. singing and playing. Basic introduction to rhythms, music Do the eligibility requirements for Medicaid or the reading and more through fun and games! 4 sessions Summer Camp Programs: alternate weeks. Waiver program have you stumped? You’re not alone. Join us and learn about applying, what the A variety of summer programs for children ages 4-16 are Sunday 10:30 - 11:15 am Pre-school Age available at the Suffolk Y for children and teens with spe- begins February 7, 2010 requirements are and how these government pro- cial needs. Please call Eileen at extension 113 for further Sunday 10:30 - 11:15 am Elementary School Age grams can help your family. Co-sponsored with information. begins February 14, 2010 FEGS Health and Human Services. Members - $100, Non-members $150 Monday, January 25 at 7:00 pm 19 Discovery Museum

MUSEUM Bat-Sheva Slavin, Museum Director, Ext. 140 Public Hours: Sundays, 1:00-4:00pm; Group programs available: Sundays, 9:00am-1:00pm and weekdays by appointment. Fee: $5 per person; children under 3 no charge; $18 per family The Long Island Jewish Discovery Museum is a hands on museum where children and their families can experience the joy and fun of learning about Jewish life, history, values, traditions and heroes, as well as Israel and the Hebrew language. The interactive dis- plays are designed to transform visitors into participants, offering adults and children a unique opportunity to discover the wonders of their Jewish heritage.

“Life is a dream for the wise, a game for the fool, a comedy for the rich, and a tragedy for the poor” (Sholom Aleichem) Sholom Aleichem had a humorous view of the world around him. From taking a pen name, literally meaning “Peace be with you” to wondering... “Where is Peace?” The masterful story teller was born Solomon Rabinowitz, in the Ukraine, Russia in 1856 and died in New York City in 1916. He was one of twelve siblings living with a stepmother, and a story telling father, in tight quarters and scarce money, as well as being a witness to the difficult life of the Jewish people in his little shtetl. This setting provided young Solomon with vivid material for many of his stories. Sholom Aleichem is known as one of the world’s greatest Yiddish writers, he had written stories, plays like, Watch for our “Fiddler on the Roof”, and poems, which were published in twenty-eight volumes. Although Sholom Aleichem rich descriptive stories, infused with tradition, rituals and human nature, (which GRAND could be lost some what in translation) are written about times long gone, his message of the importance of the family and tradition is ever lasting. Let’s turn the clock backwards and learn from Sholom Aleichem how to dream REOPENING! wisely, how not to play foolish games, to live richly with humor in our hearts, and turn tragedy into a blessing. Visitors will • Explore Sholom Aleichem’s Crater on the “Moon” Our Discovery Museum • Visit the Shtetl: The Chaider, the tailor and the butcher was newly redone.

20 • Enjoy Sholom Aleichem’s Shabbat and Holiday Table MUSEUM The National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame and Museum Alan Freedman, Director – Ext. 119 • Chris Draper, Adm. Assistant – Ext. 125 Reel Jewish 18th Annual Induction Ceremony Sports Film Series Sunday Second Tuesday of the Month 7:30 pm April 18, 2010 Join us on the second Tuesday night of the month as we look at different 10:30 am Jewish sports experiences as seen in the cinema. Following each movie will be a Question & Answer session with someone involved in the making of the film. – INDUCTEES – Films begin at 7:30 pm and the admission is $5.00/movie for Suffolk Y members and $7.50 for non-members. If you register for all eight movies, this does Bill Goldberg - Pro Wrestling & Pro Football NOT include the “Jews and Baseball” Gala Premiere, admission is $35.00 for Y Members and $52.50 for non-members, the 8th movie is FREE. Seth Greenberg - Basketball Coach

DATE FILM SPEAKER(S) Rusty Kanokogi - Judo Jan. 12, 2010 Silent Games - an in-depth look at the Jason Lezak - Olympic Swimmer Israeli National Deaf Soccer Team Dick Traum - Founder of the Achilles Track Club March 9 Broken Promise - How a young man’s athletic Alan Veingrad - Pro Football talent helped him avoid the death camps

April 13 Sons of Sakhnin - about the first Arab soccer team to become champions of Israel Sports Memorabilia Sale 8:30am - 1:00pm

May 11 A Perfect Match - tells the story of Rachel Viollet For more information, call Alan Freedman at Althea Gibson and Angela Buxton Writer & Co-Producer 631-462-9800 ext. 119. June 8 Special Gala Premiere of Jews and Betsy Blankenbaker Visit us on the Web at www.JewishSports.org Baseball, An American Love Story Director & Co-Producer 21 Singles Programs Michelle Herman, LMSW, Program Director– Ext. 139

Separated & Divorced Support Group: The singles department at the Suffolk Y Wednesdays 8:15-9:30. JCC offers a variety of social, educational, Refreshments: 7:45-8:15 recreational and supportive activities for * Please call to register. Bereavement Services:

ADULT PROGRAMS the single adult. • Group 1: For those in the early stages of Widows & Widowers: A bi-monthly calendar lists in detail the separating/ getting divorced. Discuss issues of Tuesday evenings, Please call to register. activities and the topics of discussion. trust, rejection, anger, and how to move forward. • Group 1: This is a support group for people * Registration Mandatory who have lost their spouses and are in the early Singles Activities stages of grief: This group will provide support, • Group 2: Singles Chat n Chew information, and valuable resources during this Singles Ballroom Dance Lessons Rap group with weekly topics for singles. difficult time. * Pre-registration required. Come alone or with a friend and join us as we Discussions around being single, dating, personal learn some new steps as well as old favorites. growth, etc. This is a group for singles looking to • Group 2: Called “Connections”, this group is Mondays: 8:00 - 9:45 pm socialize and meet new people. Topics are a moving forward group for widows and widow Instructor: Norma Granofsky, ext, 206 listed in the Singles Bi-Monthly Calendar. ers age 50+. Discussions include: role changes Fee: Members $8.00 Non-members: $9.00 Wednesday 8:15 - 9:30 pm. and responsibilities, new social relationships, Widows and Widowers Social Group. Meets Lecture Series celebrating holidays, financial decisions, the first Tuesday of the month 8:00-9:15pm. and more. Walk-ins welcome. Join us for an informative evening with various Time: 6:30 - 7:45pm. topics discussed relevant to singles, parenting, FEES: Members: $6/ Non-members $9 Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday of month. money and life! Exact schedules are listed in the For more info. Contact Michelle Herman Singles Calendar. at ext. 139 or at [email protected] * Please call to register. Please call for details on the Singles Parents Group, Young Widows & Widower Group, NEW and/or Teen Support. 631-462-9800 ext. 139

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUP Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, and Transgender Programs: • PFLAG: Meetings provide a safe space for family members and friends of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered people to share their experiences in a small, supportive group. PFLAG represents people of Please call or email [email protected] many backgrounds, political persuasions, and faiths. Meets monthly. All meetings are confidential, and to be placed on our singles mailing list. everyone is welcome. For more info: Contact Michelle Herman at ext. 139 or at [email protected] 22 DL PROGRAMS ADULT Adult Education Lois Gold, Adult Education Coordinator, Ext. 129

Classes Mah Jong 101 - For Beginners The presentation ends with a discussion of how to Starts Monday, April 8th take better pictures, illustrated with prints of some of SPECIAL PROGRAM their photographs, followed by a question and Bams, Cracks, Jokers, Flowers! Now’s your chance to answer period. Don’t Weight! learn the game. The JCC will be offering a 4 session Date: Thursday, April 22; Time: 7:00pm class for beginners Thursday evenings from 7-9 pm. Monday, January 11th Fee: $25.00 Members; $30 Non-Members Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to make some April 8, 15, 22, 29. Limited to 12 people. “Healthy Choices”. Say “No!” to Fad Diets and Weight Fee: Members $50 Non-Mem. $60. Preregistration required by April 1st. Defensive Driving Class Gain. Leigh Slobodow, R.D. will help you avoid yo-yo weight patterns and practice moderation–not depre- Sunday, May 2nd vation. Beauty Makeup & Makeover Save 10% on auto insurance and reduce up to 4 Date: Monday, January 11 Learn the trips of the trade from points on driving record. Class begins promptly at Time: 7:00 pm Clorinder (Cloe) Vitale 10:00 am. Bring your driver’s license. Limited to 40 Fee: FREE to the Community. Makeup Artist and Hair Designer to many celebrities people. Pre-registration required by April 25th. and supermodels such as Heidi Klum. Julia Louis- Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Fee: $39.95 per person, Dreyfus, Liv Tyler, Adriana Lima, Jane Seymour, Christy $75.00 for couples or if you bring a friend. (includes An Evening of Opera Turlington and many more takes pleasure in bringing class manual). and Show Tunes her trademark technique to you personally. Beauty TM Sunday, January 31, 2010 Layering Technique is a remarkable long lasting Edit your Photos with PICASA makeup application which does not smudge or smear For your listening pleasure, we welcome once again, Thursday, April 29th yet covers every imperfection. It has an astonishing Rinaldo Toglia and the Allegro Ensemble Come and An interactive basic level tutorial to help you lightweight feeling without a greasy or cakey texture. enjoy a intimate evening of beautiful music, food and understand your camera and improve your pic- Call Lois at ext. 129 for more information.; Wine. Time : 4:30pm; Curtain 5:00pm tures using PICASA, a free editing program. Time: 7:30pm Fee: Members: $12.00; Non-Members: $15.00 Using a POWERPOINT presentation, Carole and Fee: TBD Pre-registration recommended by January 20 Richard Witkover discuss basic ways to improve the composition of your images, then they introduce a How to Take Better Photos free program called PICASA, and demonstrate how to Defensive Driving Class Thursday, April 22nd edit and improve digital images. Using PICASA, they Sunday, March 7th An interactive basic level tutorial to help you take fix common problems with photographs. such as poor exposure, color tints, cropping, tilt and red-eye- Save 10% on auto insurance and reduce up to 4 better pictures, in general and at the holidays. removal. Using a wi-fi internet connection, they points on driving record. Class begins promptly at Using a POWERPOINT presentation, Carole and demonstarte how to upload the images to a free web 10:00 am. Bring your driver’s license. Limited to 40 Richard Witkover discuss a number of ways to album for viewing by friends, and how to order prints people. Pre-registration required by February 4th. improve your photographs: before you take, as you on-line. This presentation ends with a discussion of Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Fee: $39.95 per person, take, and after you take the pictures. After explaining how to take better pictures, illustrated with prints of $75.00 for couples or if you bring a friend. (includes basic camera features, they will give tips on how some of their photographs. Date: TBA; Time: 7:30pm class manual). skilled photographers compose their images... what to include and what to avoid, with emphasis on the Call Lois at ext. 129 for more information. Fee: TBD special aspects of holiday photographs. 23 Clubs Mah Jongg After you have become a Mah Jongg Maven you can join other graduates of our classes on Wednesday evenings from 7-9:30pm. This is free to Y JCC members. Non-members is $2.00. Chess Club Non-competitive play. Bring your own board. Tuesday evenings from 7-9:45. Pre-registration is required even for JCC members. For the season (Sept. -July) Fee: Members: FREE - Non-members: $25.

ADULT PROGRAMS Music & Dance Suffolk Y JCC Chamber Music Ensemble Expand your musical horizons. Friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Meets on Thursdays from 8-9:45pm. Ongoing. Fee: $50 for year.

Support Group Caregivers Support Group Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Group Through JASA’s CARE Program, this group will help you learn new Support group for women dealing with the trauma of breast ways of coping, gain a better understanding of your relationship and ovarian cancer. Women who have been diagnosed, are with your loved one and recognize the importance of meeting your in treatment or survivors have a place to share their feelings, own needs and exploring community resources. For further informa- fears and frustrations. The group provides emotional support and encouragement to help improve quality of life. tion, please call 631-724-6300 Individual counseling available. Dates: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 7:15 pm. Fee: FREE to the community. For more Museum Adventures with Irene Frank information Join Irene Frank for a wonderful series of Museum trips. Each series con- on any of the sists of “4” trips (1 each month in Sept., Oct., Nov., & Dec.) to the lat- programs listed, est and greatest Museum exhibits and art galleries. please contact Choose one of two choices of groups. The bus leaves the JCC at 9 am Lois Gold at the with a pickup at the Milleridge Inn, Jericho at 9:30 am. Space is very Suffolk Y(631) 462- limited. JCC members get first choice. Pre-registration is required. Fee: Members: $230; Non-Members $ 250. 9800 ext. 129 24 DL PROGRAMS ADULT The Center for Jewish Living & Learning Bat-Sheva Slavin, Director, Ext. 140

from private collections. Tuesdays, 12:15-1:45pm. Jan. 12, 26, & Feb. 9 Presenter: Bat-Sheva Slavin, Temple Beth Sholom Museum Curator. Fee: Y Members - FREE; Non-Members $6. Join us for uplifting, fulfilling, educa- Language tional and fun programs that will vious Hebrew language background. 8 sessions. Yiddish Azoiy Vie Sholom Aleichem Begins Monday, January 25th, 7:00 – 8:00pm. explore and explain the different Sholom Aleichem Style Fee: Members $72/Non-members $86. aspects of Judaism. From arts and lan- The richness of the Yiddish language is amplified guage, to family and food, spirituality throughout Sholom Aleichem stories. Join this “cre- Ivrit B’Ivrit - Hebrew in Hebrew ative” class where Mama Loshen will come alive and Immersion Conversational Hebrew - and current events – we offer some- you will be able to polish your yiddish conversation- A Satisfying Challenge! thing for everyone. al skills and your story talent skills. Mondays 12:30 - Develop participants’ ability to communicate in 1:30pm ; 6 sessions. Hebrew from the first lesson. Connect Hebrew to Begins Monday, January 25. everyday situations by integrating themes of Israel Adults Fee: Members: $72; Non-Members $86 and Jewish culture. Begins Monday, January 25th. Derech: a Way to the Torah Mondays, 8:15 - 9:15pm. 8 sessions. Time for Torah A Taste of the Aleph Bet Fee: Members $72/Non-Members $86. Instructor: Sharon Gabay, Hebrew Educator Join Rabbis, educators and scholars of Long Island as Have you always wanted to learn Hebrew, but have been put off by the challenge of foreign letters and they interpret the Torah portion of the week in a A Taste of the Aleph Bet - Daytime relaxed and interactive hour-long session. Held in the reading in reverse? Fear no more! Come learn this National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame on Mondays, ancient “new” language and reconnect to the Jewish Learn the basic reading skills that will lay the founda- from 10:30-11:30am. roots and Israel of today. Learn the basic reading skills tion for future Hebrew language studies. No prior Fee: FREE for the entire community that will lay the foundation for future Hebrew lan- knowledge of the Hebrew alphabet is needed. guage studies. No prior knowledge of the Hebrew Educator: Sharon Gabay. 5 Sessions. Mondays begin- Arts alphabet is needed! Begins Monday January 25th. ning January 25th. 10:00 - 11:00 am. Fee: Mem. $60; Non-mem. $ 70 From Betzalel, the first biblical artist mentioned in the Mondays, 7:00 – 8:00pm. 8 sessions. Torah, all the way to today, artisans tried to create NEW DAY CLASSES Mondays, 12:30 -1:30 pm more and more beautiful and meaningful objects, Fee: Members $72/Non-Members $86. Conversation Hebrew that can help us fulfill our commandments. Develop ability to communicate in Hebrew. Connect Moving Forward! Hebrew to everyday situations by integrating themes Exploring Museum’s Judaica Intermediate Hebrew of Israel and Jewish culture. Educator: Sharon Gabay A study of Mitzvot, commandments and good deeds Familiar with the basics, move on! Strengthen your 5 sessions. Mondays beginning January 25th; through antiques and contemporary Judaica. We will reading, writing and grammar skills. Become more Time 11:15am - 12:15pm examine rare and important objects from Temple proficient. This course is designed for those with pre Fee: Mem. $60; Non-mem. $ 70 Beth Sholom’s Judaica Museum in Roslyn Heights and 25 Family/Children Family Time Special Events Language Ma’agal - The Tradition Circle - Do a Mitzvah! Chalav u’Devash - For Pre-schoolers and their families. Meet once a month A Taste of Milk and Honey on a Sunday afternoon, “study” and “create” a different A Hebrew immersion class for parents and preschool mitzvah every month, from cooking for the hungry to children. This program was designed in Israel, espe- sending gifts to the sick, and entertaining the elderly. cially for those who will become involved with Come along and help! “Teach your children” that they Hebrew for the first time. This class will nurture and too can participate in the acts of Tikun Olam! nourish the sweetness of the Hebrew language and Directed by: Bat-Sheva Slavin Jewish culture. First meeting January 24th at 2:00pm. Registration required.

ADULT PROGRAMS • Impart a basic knowledge of spoken Hebrew and Fee: $18 per family, includes supplies and snacks. and provide a foundation for future study of the language. • Develop participants’ ability to communicate in Israeli/International Hebrew from the first lesson. Art • Connect Hebrew to everyday situations related to Hidur Mitzvah - Film/Coffee House home and school. The Art of Beautifying a Mitzvah - Watch for Schedule • Integrate themes of Israel, Shabbat & the festivals. • Make Hebrew a source of pleasure for children and For parent/child and adults. for the entire family. From Betzalel, the first biblical artist mentioned in the Travel the World without Mondays, 2:30 – 3:30pm. 8 Sessions. Begins Jan 25. Torah, all the way to today, artisans tried to create 14th. Fee includes snacks and all materials. more and more beautiful and meaningful objects, leaving Long Island. Fee: Members $96/Non-Members $110. that can help us fulfill our commandments. “Traveling” Series tantalizing your Instructor: Sharon Gabay, Hebrew Educator worldly interest through visits, lectures, films, Tallit Making exhibits, and evening of music, dance, and Chalav u’Devash - international gourmet delights. Upcoming Did you ever dream of designing your own heirloom? destinations: West Indies – Summer in the A Taste of Milk and Honey Enhance your upcoming milestone events, Bar/Bat Winter England – Imagine A Hebrew immersion class for kindergartners and 1st Mitzvah or wedding. This class will take you step by and 2nd graders. Class description above. step through the experience of creating your own Mid Winter Night Opera Concert Thursdays, 4:00pm–5:00pm. 8 Sessions. Begins Tallit - Prayer Shawl. January 25th. Fee includes snacks and all materials. • Learn the history and meaning of the Tallit and its International Passover Cooking Fee: Members $96/Non-members $110. Tzitzit (fringes.) 25 + Tax. • Design your Tallit using your own personal inspiration, Workshop • Employing a Batik-like technique, you will become Annual Shabbat Across America Dinner the proud owner of your one-of-a-kind Tallit. Spring Cantorial Concert Friday, March 5, 2009 at 6:30pm Meets Tuesdays, 7:00- 9:00pm. 4 sessions. Jan. 19, & 26, and Feb. 2, & 9. with participation of our Long Island Cantorial Join us for a traditional Shabbat dinner with Community and Youth Choirs. all the trimmings. Open to the community. Fees: B’nai Mitzvah Tallit with Atarah and Case Pre-registration required by February 26th. $180.00; Adult Tallit with Atarah and case $200.00. Watch for our enlightening Art Exhibitions! Fee: Children under 12 - $ 8; Adults - $ 18; (Both sizes include the blue fringe.) Kippah (optional) $20 Family of four or more - $ 48. 26 DL PROGRAMS ADULT Senior Adult Program Ann Abusch-Freifeld, Director, Senior Adult Services, Ext.121 Sheila Weber, Administrative Assistant, Ext. 138

The Suffolk Y JCC's program for men and women, 60 years of age and over, features a variety of social, recreational, cultural, educational, creative and physical activities. The focus is on continuing growth and enrichment for its members. Social Groups Chai Members Senior Adults participate in a wide variety of recreational, social and intellectual activities in a supportive Jewish environment. The program features: • Wellness Center • Social Groups • Discussion Groups • Jewish Education • Support Groups • Book Club • Guest Speakers • Current Events • Entertainment • Holiday Celebrations Young at Heart Club • Trips • Arts and Crafts Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA) • Dance Classes • Game Clubs in conjunction with the Suffolk Y JCC Program meets Monday-Friday from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Ongoing. Sharon Reichman, ACSW, JASA Project Director Ann-Abusch-Freifeld, LMSW, Director, Senior Adult Services, ext 121 Retirement Club Are you 60 or over and looking for a warm, intellectually stimulating environment to sip Active retired senior adults participate in social events, trips, game groups coffee, meet with friends, enroll in a workshop, dialogue with peers, exercise or relax and other recreational activities planned by group members. Meets on the to musical entertainment? How about dancing or tapping your feet to favorite songs at 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10:30 am - Noon. Ongoing. a Birthday of the Month celebration? What would you say about a delicious Kosher Facilitator: Marilyn Levy, Y-Member meal for a suggested contribution of only $2, served daily at noon? Round trip trans- Fee: Open to Full Y-Members Only: Free portation is available daily for eligible participants with a $3 suggested contribution. The Dr. Gerry Ravitz Men's Social Club YAH Program meets Monday-Friday from 10 am -2 pm. The Men's Social Club is an adventure in extended learning and sociability Meals on Wheels for dynamic retired and semi-retired men who seek intellectual growth. Nutritious, Kosher home-delivered meals for senior adults, aged 60 and over, in the Members contribute their expertise, talent and experience. Educational, lit- Commack/Smithtown area. If you, a friend or relative are homebound, even temporar- erary, social, cultural and political fields of interest are explored. Meets ily, you can arrange for this service by calling the JASA office. Kosher daily lunch pro- Mondays from 2:00-3:00 pm in the Hall of Fame. Ongoing. gram and Meals-on-Wheels program funded by the Suffolk County Office for the Aging Facilitator: Ralph Vitolo, Y-Member. Pre-register with Ann Freifeld and JASA. For information about programs, lunches and transportation, call Sharon Fee: Open to Full Y Members Only: FREE Reichman in the JASA office at 462-9800, ext.147. Social Groups continued on next page. 27 Social Groups Game Clubs Retired Women’s Social Club Pre-registration for all game clubs is required. Join dynamic women who explore the world of Canasta Club music, art, politics and women’s issues while having Join us for a friendly game of canasta. Meets fun. Meets Mondays from 2:00-3:00 pm in Room 8. Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12:00-3:00 pm; Ongoing. Facilitator: Shirley Fassler, Y-Member. Pre-reg- Ongoing. Y Members/Chai Members Only. Fee: FREE ister with Ann Freifeld. Open to Full Y-Members Only Fee: FREE Mah Jongg Club Meets Tuesdays & Thursdays from 12:30-3:00 pm. Sociable Singles Ongoing. Y-Members/Chai Members Only. Fee: FREE For active singles age 60+. Group members plan recreational activities in a comfortable, social atmos- Pinochle Club ADULT PROGRAMS phere. Ongoing. 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, Meets Mondays from 11:00 am-2:00 pm; Tuesdays 3:00-4:30 pm. and Thursdays from 12:00-3:00 pm. Ongoing. Full Y- Group Facilitator: Rita Sobel, Chai Member . Members Only. Fee: FREE Pre-register with Ann Freifeld. Fee: FREE for Full Y-Members and Chai Members Scrabble Club Non-Members: $4 per visit. Meets Mon., Wed., and Thurs., 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm. Fee: FREE Couple’s Club Meet and socialize with dynamic couples. Group members plan and participate in fun-filled activities DANCE & ART CLASSES such as discussions, trips, game nights and parties. Pre-registration for all classes is required. Widen your circle of friends! Meets 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. 7:00-9:00 pm. Facilitator: Ruth Afternoon Country Western and Line Dancing ... Beginner and Intermediate Glasberg, Y-Member. Open to Full Y-Members Only. Enjoy the fun and exercise of the line dances of today. Come alone or bring a friend. Men and women Fee: FREE welcome. 8 sessions. Meets Thursdays from 12:45-1:45 pm. Fee: Y-Members: $33; Chai Members: $34; Non-Members: $46 Instructor: Norma Granofsky Israeli Folk Dancing Telephone Helpline and Join us Monday mornings from 9:30-10:30 am. 8 sessions. Referral Service Fee: Y-Members: $33; Chai Members: $34; Non-Members: $46; Instructor: Elinor Tepper ☎ 631-462-9800 Ext. 113 Information about future sessions of A staff member is available for phone dance classes will be announced in the consultations or as a referral source for quarterly Senior Calendar. community resources. Arts and Crafts Sessions All calls remain confidential. The Arts and Crafts program includes Painting, Soft Crafts, and Decorative Arts. Open to Y-members, Please call for information if you are interested in: Chai members, and YAH members. Group for Loss of a Child Fee: FREE. Contact Sharon Reichman in the JASA Groups for Caregivers office at ext. 147. Groups for Those who have Lost a Loved One to Cancer 28 DL PROGRAMS ADULT Discussion Groups Support Groups

Issues in the News – Current Events Afternoon Bereavement Support Group Caregiver Support Group and Open-Line Discussion Have you lost your spouse or a close family member? Through JASA’s CARE Program, this group will learn Lively discussions of local, national, international, This group will explore issues pertaining to loss and new ways of coping, gain a better understanding of political and cultural events. Meets Wednesdays and grief. Get help from others in the same situation. For your relationship with your loved one and recognize Thursdays from 10:15-11:15 am. Ongoing. further information call Ann Freifeld at ext. 121. the importance of meeting your own needs and Facilitators: Fee: Y-Members/Chai Members: $4 per session. exploring community resources. For further informa- Wednesdays - Claire and Phil Siegel, Y-Members; Non-Members: $8/session. Pre-registration Required tion, please call (631) 724-6300. Thursdays-Fred Troll, Y-Member Fee: Y-Members/ Chai Members/YAH: FREE Cancer Support Group Non-Members: $6 per visit Holocaust Support Group For women dealing with the trauma of Breast and Meetings consist of a short discussion on current Ovarian Cancer. Women who have been diagnosed, For more information, events, followed by a presentation on subjects of are in treatment or survivors, have a place to share please contact general interest. Please join us if you are a survivor or their feelings, fears and frustrations. The group pro- a friend of a survivor, whether or not you were in a vides emotional support and encouragement to help Ann Freifeld at camp. Meets 3rd Thursday of the month at 1:00 pm. improve their quality of life. Individual counseling (631) 462-9800, ext. 121. FREE to the Community. available. Facilitator: Rolf Grayson, Y Member Dates: 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 7:15 pm Fee: Free to the community For further info call Lois Gold at ext. 129

Special Interest Groups Between the Slices Book Club Monthly literary discussions. Group members choose the book of the month. Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 12:30-1:30 pm. Ongoing. A volunteer facilitator is needed. Please contact Ann at ext. 121. Fee: Y-Members/Chai Members: FREE; Non-Members: $6 per visit Military History Roundtable Join us as we discuss strategies and campaigns. Open to Y-members and Chai Members only. Meets Mondays 12:30pm. Fee: FREE Facilitator: Phil Braverman, Y Member

29 Body, Mind & Spirit Senior Outreach Programs Center The Suffolk Y JCC Outreach Program A New Approach to Social Day Care • For isolated Jewish elderly adults residing at skilled nursing homes. Sharon Reichman, ACSW, JASA Project Director • Staff social workers and social work graduate interns coordinate programs for Jewish holidays Ann Abusch-Freifeld, LMSW and special cultural events. The Body, Mind & Spirit Center is a special place • Staff social workers and social work graduate interns provide the elderly residents with an that will enhance the life of senior adults and help opportunity to connect with their Jewish heritage and traditions. them achieve greater independence. Senior members are encouraged to explore new inter-

ADULT PROGRAMS Senior Outreach Services (S.O.S.) for Homebound ests and to cultivate new talents in a warm, and Semi-Homebound Senior Adults, 60+ friendly environment. A wide variety of activities are offered each week: Holistic Approach to • Short-term counseling services for individuals and families by staff social worker and Health, Wellness, Art Therapy, Music, Health and social work graduate interns. Safety, Humor, Games, Social Interactions, Sing-a- • Home and nursing home visits by staff social workers and social work graduate interns. Longs, Meditation, “Simply-Stronger” Exercises, • Information and referral services to assist senior adults and their families in obtaining Lectures, Parties, Intergenerational Activities and needed community services. Kosher dairy lunches. Short-term counseling and • Minibus transportation for mobile homebound senior adults to special Y JCC social, supportive services are available. recreational and cultural events and activities. For more information about these two programs, contact Ann Freifeld at (631) 462-9800, ext. 121 Funding provided through Suffolk County Office for the Aging. HIICAP - The New York State Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program

Provides free health insurance information, education and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries, their families and persons soon to be eligible for Medicare. HIICAP counselor Sonia Sarfaty is available by appointment to answer questions on Medicare, Medigap Insurance, Medicare HMOs and Long Term Insurance. Please call Ann Freifeld at (631) 462-9800 ext. 121 to schedule an appointment.

The Body, Mind & Spirit Center being offered by Health Connections Speaker’s Forum the Suffolk Y JCC and JASA, is funded by a Long Watch for health lectures and seminars which focus on a healthier you! Island-NY UJA Federation grant for the frail Fee: Members/Chai Members/ YAH: FREE; Non-Members: $7 per visit elderly. Pre-evaluation is required for accept- ance. Center activities take place Monday Health Screenings through Friday, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Special FREE monthly blood pressure screenings. Watch for details about activities on Tuesdays. Offered to the community hearing tests and eye screenings in Senior Adult mailings. at no fee. 30 DL PROGRAMS ADULT

LIFELONG LEARNING LECTURE SERIES An informal educational program that features a wide variety of lectures. Join us and broaden your scope of knowledge! Meets one Friday per month, from January to June, 2010, 10:30am - 12:00 noon. FRIDAYS, 10:30AM - 12:00 NOON January 15 “Filmmaking on Long Island”, Guest Lecturer: Michelle Isabelle-Stark, Director, Suffolk County Office of Film and Cultural Affairs

February 12 “American Eve: Evelyn Nesbit” Guest Lecturer: Paula Uruburu, Professor of English, Hofstra University March 12 “Ethical Issues in Broadcast News” Guest Lecturer: Joseph T. Dembo, Professor, Dept. of Communications and Media Studies, Fordham University

April 9 “How the Internet Changed the Media: Why Newspapers, Music and Television Will Never Be the Same” Guest Lecturer: Brian Rose, Professor, Dept. of Communications and Media Studies, Fordham University Y Cardiac Rehabilitation–The Beat Goes On May 14 “Long Island’s Remnants and Ruins” Guest Lecturers: Kevin Vagle and John Leita, Local Historians and An exercise program for coronary patients designed Documentary Filmmakers to minimize the risk factors for coronary disease. A physician’s note will be required in order for you to June 11 “Painted Lady - Muse or Mistress?” Guest Lecturer: Louise Cella Caruso, Art Lecturer participate in this program. This class meets on Mon., Wed., and Fri. at 9:15 am. Contact Chris at ext. 125. Fees: Y Members/Chai Member-$ 6; YAH Members/Non-Members-$ 8 Pre-registration is open until the Wednesday before each lecture. If you wish to sign up after that, you must pay at the door. Senior Shape-Up Classes Low intensity cardio-vascular workout to music. Includes muscle toning and flexibility exercises. 10 coupons. Meets Mondays 11:15am-12:15pm; Jewish Education Suffolk Y Senior Adult Wednesdays 11:30 am - 12:30 pm; Hebrew Bible Discussion Group Wellness Center Thursdays 11:30 am - 12:30 pm. Informal reading and discussion of portions of the Fitness Programs Hebrew Bible. Meets Thursdays from 12:45-1:45 pm. Tai Chi Fee: Y-Members/Chai Members/JASA: FREE; Pre-Registration Required for all Wellness Center Programs Learn the basic foundation of 24 simplified move- Non-Members: $6 per visit; Ongoing. ments. Improve your balance, coordination and con- Arthritis Program (in the pool) centration. For further info contact Chris in the Fitness Time for Torah This program will be led by an instructor certified in Dept. ext.125. Come share a fascinating hour with Jewish scholars Arthritic Aquatics. A physician’s note will be required and educators of Long Island as they interpret the in order for you to participate in this program. Sit and Be Fit, Stand and Feel Grand weekly Torah portion. Held in the Suffolk Y Hall of This class meets on Fridays from 10:30 am-11:30 am. Relaxing exercises. Meets Mondays and Wednesdays, Fame on Mondays from 10:30-11:30 am. Contact Nancy at ext. 132. 11:15 am -12:00 pm. Ongoing. Free to the community. Aqua Aerobics Fee: Y-Members/Chai Members/YAH: FREE; Not Open To Non- Members. Low impact water aerobics. Excellent for arthritis and cardiovascular fitness. This class meets 5 days per For information about dates, times, fees and registration, week. 10 coupons. Contact Nancy at ext. 132. contact Chris in the Fitness and Sports Dept., Ext. 125. 31 2009-10 Jewish Experience Lecture Series Fridays, 10:30 am - 2:00 pm The Jewish Experience is a celebration of Jewish life: its History, Heritage and Hope. Lectures are scheduled for one Friday per month, 10:30am-12:00noon, September 2009 - June 2010. Following the presentations, there will be a buffet dairy lunch, including dessert, coffee and tea. Lunch is included in the pre-registration fees. Please see the Jewish Experience brochure for details. January 29 "Steven Wise and Abba Hillel Silver: Clash of the Titans" Guest Speaker: Ken Libo, Professor of History, Hunter College ADULT PROGRAMS February 26 "Jews and Superstitions: Discussing Amulets” Guest Speaker: Marcia Haddad Ikonomopoulos, Museum Director, Kehila Kedosha Janina Museum March 19 "Israel and the Mid-East” Guest Speaker: Mark Rosenblum, Professor of History and Director of Jewish Studies, Queens College

April 23 “What Everyone Needs to Know about Evangelical Christian Support of Israel” Guest Speaker: Stephen Spector, Chairman, English DepartmentStony Brook University

May 28 “Up, Up and Oy Vey!: How Jewish History, Culture and Values Shaped the Superhero” Guest Speaker: Rabbi Simcha Weinstein, Chairman Religious Affairs Committee, Pratt Institute June 18 “Dramatizing the Jewish Encounter with America: “The Tenth Man to Angels in America” Guest Speaker: Julius Novick, Professor Emeritus of Literatureand Drama Studies, Purchase College

In an effort to accommodate those who were unable to pre-register, we are opening the lecture portion only of the program for a limited number of additional registra- tions at the door. Please note that lunch is not included in this registration. FEES AT THE DOOR: Y Members - $11; Chai Members - $12; Non-Members - $13. CANCELLATION POLICY Refunds cannot be given and credit cannot be applied to a future date. Please see the Jewish Experience Brochure for program descriptions and additional details. Jewish Experience programs are subject to change or cancellation by the Suffolk Y JCC. 32 INS,SOT N AQUATICS AND SPORTS FITNESS, Fitness and Sports Programs Laura Schnur, Director of Fitness & Sports, Ext. 122 Christine Draper, Department Administrator, Ext. 125 Scott Zlochower, Assistant Director, Ext. 126 James Dennis, Assistant Director, Ext. 130 Facilities Massage Therapy In the Two Gymnasiums: Safety Rules for Our facilities include four outdoor Appointments with our Certified Teens will not be permitted in the gyms the Track: Massage Therapist are available for on Sunday mornings, from 8:30am - noon tennis courts and two outdoor half- 1. No children under the age of 8 members only. The cost is $57 for a one and Wednesday evenings from 6:00-8:00 court basketball courts, two gymna- years old are permitted on the hour session. Appointments must be pm. Teens are welcome in the gyms all siums for volleyball, basketball, track. Children between the ages of pre paid. A 24 hour cancellation notice other times. 8 and 12 must be accompanied by exercise classes for adults and chil- is required. Please call 462-9800 an adult at all times. dren, a banked polyturf oval indoor ext.228 for reservations. Indoor Track track and a 25 meter indoor heated The most commonly asked question 2. No strollers on the track. pool. Our Fitness Center has every- The Gym regarding the track: "How many times 3. You must walk, jog or run in single thing you'll need to keep yourself With the exception of Monday and around is a mile?" The answer is: 10 file. We know it is nicer to have a aerobically fit including treadmills, Wednesday evenings, when we have times around is a mile! The track is open friend next to you when you're on ellipticals, stair climbers, upright organized Volleyball and Men's basket- the same hours as the rest of the facility. the track but please be considerate and recumbent bicycles and rowing ball leagues, we will always make it a Please wear only sneakers or rubber to others by not compromising their machines. We have Cybex, Hoist point to reserve at least 1/4 of a gym for soles while on the track. When you run, safety as well as your own while up and Hammer Strength machines for family use. After 7:00 pm, all children please use the lane closest to the railing. on the track. strength training as well as both under the age of 13 must be accompa- When you walk, please use the lane plate loaded and cable guided nied by an adult. closest to the wall. Safety Rules for the equipment as well as a free weight Sauna, Steam Room area with flat and incline benches. Privileges and Restrictions Our locker rooms each have their for Teens In the and Whirlpool: own Sauna and Steam rooms. Fitness Center: 1. You must be 16 years of age or older to use these facilities. Teens between the ages of 13 & 16 may Perks - for members only use the Fitness Center only after they 2. Use common sense: extreme heat and humidity may cause light head- Personal Training have completed a one hour Safety & Etiquette class and signed our Code of edness and dizziness. Please limit We will be happy to match you with the Conduct. your time to under 10 minutes. right trainer. We are staffed by some of 3. Please do not use the Sauna, the best certified strength training and Please call Laura Schnur, Fitness & Sports Steam Room or Whirlpool if you post rehabilitation specialists on Long Director at 462-9800 ext. 122 to make have a medical condition which Island. For details please see the an appointment. might be exacerbated by time description in this booklet or call 462- spent in extreme heat. 9800 ext.122 for more information. 33 Fitness and Sports Weekly Line-Up /Adult Programs NEW! Fit Book Day/Class Age/Adult Time Fees Sunday 12 weeks Q. What is it? A. A booklet containing 9 coupons to be used to gain Zumba w/Lucy or Katia Adult 10:00-11:00am Fit Book entrance into our Group exercise classes. Zumba w/Lucy or Katia Adult 11:00-12:00noon Fit Book Q. How does it work? Monday A. Just show up at the class of your choice and present one Commuter Yoga/Janice Adult 7:00-8:30am Yoga Book coupon to the instructor as you enter. Pilates/Michelle Adult 10:15-11:15am Fit Book Q. Do I still have to register in advance for classes? Kickbox Box Sculpt/Katia Adult 10:15-11:15am Fit Book A. No! As long as you have the FIT BOOK, you now have Small Group Personal Training/Julie Adult 12:00-1:00pm $18 per session the flexibility to take any class. You may choose to use all 9 Small Group Personal Training/Ann Adult 1:00-2:00pm $18 per session of your coupons for the same class, or you might want to try Sr. Shape-Up/Ann M. Adult 11:15-12:15pm Sr. Coupons something you’ve never tried before! Tuesday Q. How much is the FIT BOOK? *NEW Commuter Work Out express w/Katia Adult 8:00-8:30am Fit Book A. Purchasing the FIT BOOK greatly reduces the price of Small Group Personal Training/Katia Adult 9:30-10:30am $18 per session each class: Members pay only $75.00 for a booklet of 9 Morning Yoga/Elaine Adult 10:15-11:45am Yoga Book coupons! Non-members pay $150.00 for the booklet. Ballistics/Julie Adult 10:15-11:15am Fit Book Q. Do the coupons in the FIT BOOK expire? Y-cersize/Laura G. Adult 6:00-7:00pm Mem. Only - Free A. ALL FIT BOOKS expire 1 year from date of purchase. Hatha Yoga/Diana Adul 7:00-8:30pm Yoga Book Q. Where do you purchase the FIT BOOK? Pilates w/Lucy Adult 7:00-8:00pm Fit Book A. FIT BOOKS will be available for purchase at two con- venient locations: 1) The Fitness & Sports Dept. 2) The main Wednesday desk (front lobby). Yoga Level 2/Donna Adult 10:15-11:45am Yoga Book FITNESS, SPORTS AND AQUATICS Q. What if I forget my FIT BOOK coupon? Yoga Level 1 & 2/Elaine Adult 8:45-10:15am Yoga Book A. If you do not give a coupon to the instructor at the RippedNFit/Katia Adult 10:15-11:15am Fit Book beginning of class, you will not be allowed to attend the Tai Chi/Judy Adult 10:15-11:15am Fit Book class. our instructors can NOT let you “owe” a coupon. Small Group Personal Training/Ann Adult 1:00-2:00pm $18 per session No coupon – No class! Sr. Shape-up Adult 11:30-12:30pm Sr. Coupons Thursday FIT BOOK: Tai Chi Level 3/Judy Adult 9:00-10:00am Fit Book Small Group Personal Training/Katia Adult 9:30-10:30am $18 per session 9 coupons for $75 Mem.; $150 Non-Mem. Small Group Personal Training/Katia Adult 10:30-11:30am $18 per session Chi Gong/Judy Adult 10:15-11:15am Fit Book YOGA BOOK Pilates/Michelle Adult 9:15-10:15am Fit Book 9 coupons for $99 Mem.; $198 Non-Mem. Sr. Shape-up Adult 11:30-12:30pm Sr. Coupons Y-cersize/Laura G. Adult 6:00-7:00pm Mem. Only Fee The YOGA BOOK works the same way as Kickbox Box Sculpt/Katia Adult 7:00-8:00pm Fit Book Ballroom Latin Dance Level1/Norma Adult 8:00-9:00pm Fit Book our FIT BOOK. The YOGA BOOK is to be Ballroom Latin Dance Level 2/Norma Adult 7:00-8:00pm Fit Book used for any and all Yoga classes. Friday Commuter Yoga (gen) /Janice Adult 7:00-8:30am Yoga Book Beginner Tai Chi w/Judy Adult 9:00-10:00am Fit Book Babysitting is now FREE! Small Group Personal Training/Julie Adult 10:15-11:15am $18 per session See highlighted box on next page for details. *NEW Zumba/Scupt & Tone w/Katia Adult 10:15-11:15am Fit Book 34 Yoga Level 2/Donna Adult 10:15-11:45am Yoga Book INS,SOT N AQUATICS AND SPORTS FITNESS, Adult Exercise Pilates Chi-Gong Whether it's the perfect ending to a rig- An ancient 3000 year old healing tech- Programs orous morning of exercise, or just an nique which trains your mind to direct excuse to stretch and relax tired sore the body's life force called "Chi". Ripped'N Fit muscles, our Pilates classes have rapid- During this time of stress for so many, ly become a favorite around here. Ripped'N Fit is a no nonsense workout the ancient healing wisdom Chi Gong led by a boot-camp style instructor. Perfect for both the advanced athlete as well as the novice. Come and enjoy. may be just the answer to calm the spir- The instructor incorporates a series of it and life the courage of those caught body-sculpting classic exercises with Y-sercise in the fear and anger of these difficult separate upper and lower body seg- circumstances. Through a series of (FREE - Members Only) ments. The workout will shape your Yoga and Tai Chi physical movements & meditations you entire body. You will build strength and Aerobic workout including floor and mat work. No steps, no weights. For all Yoga classes, please bring a can learn how to develop your own definition without bulk. Get Ripped, water bottle and wear comfortable internal healing energy. Slim, Lean and Fit! Ballroom & Latin Dance clothing. Mats will be supplied or you Participants learn the waltz, fox trot, may choose to bring your own. Zumba is Here! *NEW CLASS* swing, rumba, cha-cha, tango and Zumba fuses hypnotic latin rhythms Zumba/Sculpt & Tone many others. Partners preferred. Hatha Yoga and easy to follow moves. The result: a Works at your own pace. Yoga postures “fitness party”. The best part about w/Katia Kickbox /Sculpt according to your ability level. Zumba is that it is non-stop fun! Join This class combines the high intensity This class fuses the aerobic Zumba “fit- Individual instruction is given during instructor, Lucy Fuentes, as she helps cardio vascular work out of kickboxing ness party” dance steps with light each class. Relaxation and general you change your life by changing your weights and exercises designed with weight bearing body-sculpting meditation techniques are presented exercises. Kickbox/Sculpt is the ulti- shape. “My classes are easy to follow, specifically to tighten and redefine during the last 10 minutes of each class. mate way to burn calories, tone mus- no age or shape requirements, just pas- your body. cles and get your heart rate up. Commuter Yoga sion to move. You will leave my class Equipment needed: 10oz. boxing feeling fabulous! Sunday mornings, 10- Y-SERCISE gloves and wraps. Bring a water bottle, Feel better and handle everything all day. 11:00 am. First class Sept. 13th. 12 a towel and fierce determination. (FREE - Members Only) Morning Yoga weeks of classes for FREE! Aerobic workout including floor and mat work. No steps, no weights. Ballistics Start your day on a positive note both Babysitting Strengthen EVERY single body part physically and mentally! using the Physio ball and dumbbells. Babysitting is now FREE for parents It's fun and challenging. You'll be Tai Chi who would like to work-out, take a amazed at the change in your body! group exercise class, go for a swim or This class will provide the student with a walk on the track. Babysitting hours This class is being offered to people basic foundation of simplified 24 who are generally healthy. are 9:00am-2:00pm. Parents MUST movement Tai Chi. It can be done by REMAIN IN THE BUILDING while people of all ages and will help stu- their child is in the babysitting room. Karate Level One dents with balance, coordination and Space is limited. Call at least 24 hours Adults & Teens concentration. Tai Chi is taught in slow in advance to reserve a spot for your relaxed movements that are simple and This class will focus on teaching the child. Every attempt will be made to graceful. People who practice this basics of Karate. Learn how to defend calm a crying child, however, we will ancient Chinese art develop healthy yourself and get the benefits of a work- page you to come back to the bodies and alert sharp minds.Tai Chi is out that tones and strengthens virtually babysitting room and pick up your often called a moving meditation, and every muscle in your body. child if he/she is inconsolable. Call has long been known as a way of 462-9800 ext. 228 to sign up. developing health and longevity. 35 Personal Training Winter 2009 Everyone has a different motivation for making the deci- Teens and Pre-Teen: sion to learn about strength training. Whether it's to Karate for Kids make yourself stronger, to look and feel better, to Fall Programs increase your metabolism and learn how to eat better, Tigers (ages 5-8) or because it's an absolute necessity i.e. post rehabili- Teen Tandem Training Children will learn the beginner forms tation from an injury or illness. Any reason is a good one and movements of Karate in a fun, safe because the benefits are all the same. So, when you're This personal training package is offered exclu- way. We will also talk about respect for ready, we have the right Personal Trainer with the prop- sively to teens ages 14-17. Besides being more others as well as the proper steps to er qualifications and certifications to help you learn cost effective, training with a partner (friend or take if they are ever approached by a how to achieve your goal. Please feel free to contact sibling) is lots of fun! Our personal trainers spe- stranger. Laura Schnur, Fitness & Sports Director with any ques- cialize in helping teens achieve the results they tions or concerns regarding personal training at: 462- Samurai’s (ages9-12) 9800 ext.122. 24 hr. Cancellation required. need quickly while paying close attention to the This class will move quickly from begin- 30 minute sessions. needs of growing bodies and proper exercise ner to more advanced Karate skills and Fee: 1 session- $ 35.00; form. will integrate the philosophies of 6 sessions- $ 175.00; respect and honor that go hand in hand 12 sessions-$ 290.00 Zumba with learning the martial arts. This class is open to both adults and teens. Please refer to the adult fitness section for class descriptions. FITNESS, SPORTS AND AQUATICS Call our Sports & Fitness Director, Laura Schnur, for more information! 462-9800 ext. 122.

Athletic Activities Insurance Medical expenses incurred for injuries at the Suffolk Y JCC resulting from an accident during athletic activities are to be submitted to your private medical insurance carrier for reimbursement.

36 INS,SOT N AQUATICS AND SPORTS FITNESS, Fitness and Sports Weekly Line-Up / Children’s Programs Age Day/Class Sess. Time Fees Monday-January 11 If your child is dismissed from pre-school at 2pm, register for the "3's" classes. If your child is dismissed from pre-school at 2:30pm or 3:30pm, register 3's Soccer 8 2:05-2:50pm $99/198 for the "4's" classes. 3's Little Ballerinas 8 2:05-2:50pm $99/198 Day Care rooms 18 & 20 are "3's" 4's Soccer +Snack & Relax 8 2:30-3:50pm $121/242 Day Care rooms 13 & 15 are "4's" 4's Big Ballerinas + Snack & Relax 8 2:30-3:50pm $121/242 10-15 yrs. Fit-Fun 8 4:45-5:30pm $99/198 PLEASE NOTE THAT THE Classes: 1/11, 25; 2/1, 8, 22; 3/1, 8, 15 FITNESS & SPORTS DEPT. FOLLOWS THE SUFFOLK Y PRE-SCHOOL SCHEDULE FOR DAYS CLOSED Tuesday-January 12 For more information, please call Laura 3's Super Hero Sports 9 2:05-2:50pm $111/222 @462-9800, ext. 122 4's Super Hero Sports + Snack & Relax 9 2:30-3:50pm $136/272 4's Yoga + Snack & Relax 9 2:30-3:50pm $136/272 5-8 yrs. Karate 9 4:45-5:30pm $111/222 For Pre-Schoolers 9-12 yrs. Karate 9 5:45-6:30pm $111/222 The Suffolk Y JCC now offers a different sport for every day of the week and Classes: 1/12, 19, 26; 2/2, 9, 23; 3/2, 9, 16 3 different styles of dance for children ages 3-5 years old. If you send your child to Pre-School or Day Care here at the Y, please note the following: Wednesday- January 13 • Younger children who are dismissed at 2:00 pm will be picked up from their 3's NEW Zumba 8 2:05-2:50pm $99/198 classrooms by Fitness & Sports staff and brought directly to the Gym or the 4's Tap Dancing + Snack & Relax 8 2:30-3:50pm $99/198 Dance Studio. 4's Tennis + Snack & Relax 8 2:30-3:50pm $121/242 • Children who are dismissed at 2:30 pm will be picked up from their class- K-2 Dance Combo Class 8 4:45-5:45pm $121/242 rooms by Fitness & Sports staff and brought to "Snack & Relax" in room #24 K-2 Tennis 8 4:15-5:00pm $99/198 for 30 minutes. From there they will be taken to their 3:05 class in either the Classes: 1/13, 20, 27; 2/3, 10, 24; 3/3, 17 Gym or the Dance Studio. Thursday- January 14 For a complete list of classes offered including beginning and ending dates 3's Foam Floor Hockey 9 2:05-2:50pm $111/222 as well as dates on which classes do not meet, please refer to the Schedule 3's Broadway Jazz 9 2:05-2:50pm $111/222 of Classes provided in this section of 4's Broadway Jazz + Snack & Relax 9 2:30-3:50pm $136/272 the program guide. You may also pick 4's Foam Floor Hockey + Snack & Relax 9 2:30-3:50pm $136/272 up children and adult schedules from Classes: 1/14, 21, 28; 2/4, 11, 25; 3/4, 11, 18 the Fitness & Sports Dept. As always, feel free to call Laura Schnur, Director of Fitness & Sports, with any questions Friday- January 15 or concerns at 462-9800 ext. 122. 3's T-Ball 9 2:05-2:50pm $111/222 4's Baseball + Snack & Relax 9 2:30-3:50pm $136/272 Classes: 1/15, 22, 29; 2/5, 12, 26; 3/5,12,19 37 Aquatics Programs Nancy Briel, Aquatics Director, Ext. 132, Sandy Mangini, Asst. Aquatics Director, Ext. 234 Group Swim Lessons Learn to Swim also begin fundamentals of breaststroke, Parent/Tot Programs butterfly, and sidestroke, as well as deep (Ages 6 mos. - 4 yrs.) Preschool Aquatics Ages 4 & up water skills and water safety skills. Ages 3 & 4 Group swim classes consist of 4-6 children Prerequisites: pass level 2 or swim inde- These group swim classes consisting of 3-4 of the same ability grouped according to pendently in the water on the front and pre-school aged children of the same abili- the American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim back. ty grouped according to the ARC Pre- Levels 1-5. All classes are 30 minutes. Sundays: 10:00am,11:00 & 12:00 noon School Aquatics Levels 1-3. These are NEW Mondays: 5:00pm levels taught to our Pre-School, Day Care, Level 1: Intro to Water Skills Tuesdays: 4:30pm and Wonderland Camp children. This is a beginner level class for children with Wednesdays: 4:00pm *PIck-up is available from the Suffolk Y JCC little to no water experience. Children will Thursdays: 5:00pm Day Care & Pre-School Programs. become comfortable in the water and learn basic swimming skills and water safety. A water exploration class for babies and Level 4: Stroke Improvement No prerequisites for this class. parents in the water. Infants and toddlers PS Level 1 An advanced swim class working on all 6 of Sundays: 10:00am,11:00am & 12 noon will be introduced to necessary swimming All skills are taught with floatation devices. the American Red Cross strokes: Front crawl, Mondays: 3:00 or 5:00pm skills such as kicking, floating, and exploring Introduction to floating and swimming skills, Back crawl, breaststroke, butterfly, side- Tuesdays: 5:00pm

FITNESS, SPORTS AND AQUATICS above and below the water, parent partic- as well as basic water safety. stroke, elementary backstroke. Swimmers Wednesdays: 2:30 & 4:30pm ipation is a must! All participants not toilet Tuesdays: 12:45 or 2:15pm will also work on diving and other deep Thursdays: 4:00pm trained must wear “swim diapers”. There water skills. are no prerequisites for any of these class- PS Level 2 Prerequisites: pass level 3 or knowledge es. Registration is based on age of child. All skills are taught using swimming equip- Level 2: Fundamental Skills of the 6 strokes. ment and instructor assistance. Review of Children will work on front stroke, back Sundays: 9:30 & 11:30am Splash and Paddle I floats, strokes, kicks, and water safety skills. stroke, floating, and basic water safety skill. Mondays: 4:30pm (6mos.-1yr.) Wednesdays: 12:15 or 2:45pm Prerequisites: pass level 1 or previous Tuesdays: 5:00pm Sundays: 9:30am experiences in the water. Wednesdays: 4:30pm Weekdays: see “Create a Class” PS Level 3 Sundays: 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30am Thursdays: 4:30pm All skill are done independently to prepare Mondays: 2:30 & 4:30pm Splash and Paddle II Tuesdays: 4:00pm for the "Learn-to-Swim" level 3. Level 5: Stroke Refinement (1yr. - 2yr.) Review of floats, strokes, kicks, and lifejack- Wednesdays: 3:00 & 5:00pm Thursdays: 4:30pm Swimmers will work on endurance and Sundays: 10:00am or 12 noon ets, as well as an introduction to "deep techniques for the 6 strokes, as well as com- Weekdays: see “Create a Class” water". petitive skills such as front and back flip- Thursdays: 12:15 or 2:45pm Level 3: Stroke Development Beginner Bubbles (2yr. - 3yr.) turns, and racing dives. **Completion of PS Level 3 is equivalent to Swimmers will learn proper breathing tech- Sun.: 10:30 or 11:30 Prerequisites: pass level 4 the Learn-to-Swim Level 2. niques for front crawl, and master elemen- Weekdays: see “Create a Class” tary backstroke for 15yds. Swimmers will Sundays: 10:30am or 12:00pm Mondays: 4:30pm Advance Bubbles (3yr. - 4yr.) Tuesdays: 4:30pm Sundays: 9am or 11am Fees for Group Lessons - Starts January 10th - 8 weeks Wednesdays: 5:00pm Weekdays: see “Create a Class” Thursdays: 5:00pm * Fees for these classes are the same as group swim lessons. Fee: Members: $ 96 ; Non-members $ 184 38 INS,SOT N AQUATICS AND SPORTS FITNESS, Private Lessons & Semi-Private Lessons* (ages 6 mos. to Adult)

Private Swim Lessons* Semi-Private Swim Lessons* • 1-on-1 swim lessons for children • 2 children or adults of the same or adults ability working with 1 instructor • Flexible days and times • Flexible days and times • Schedules based on instructor • Schedules based on instructor availability availability • All lessons must be pre-arranged • All lessons must be pre-arranged through the Aquatics Dept. through the Aquatics Dept. (1) 30-minute lesson (1) 30-minute lesson (per person) Y members: $25; Non-members: $45 Y members: $18; Non-member: $35 Package of (6) 30-minutes lessons Package of (6) 30-minute lessons Y members: $125 Non-members: $225 Y members: $90 Non-members: $175

* The Suffolk Y has a strict cancellation policy. If you do not give 24 hour notification to cancel your lesson, you will be charged for the lesson. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!

Aquatic Fitness Programs Adult Swim Classes YoQua 3 NEW classes beginning Jan. 10th A water fitness class based on classic yoga moves in the water. This class is highly recommended as part of a aquatic rehab program for people suffering from back, neck, or 45 Minute classes for Adults ONLY! spinal injuries. Tues. & Thurs. 8:15 - 9:00 am. Fee: $90/$150 Aqua Aerobics Low-Medium Impact Swimming 101 A low to medium impact aerobics class in the water including: aerobic exercises and Adults learn the basics of swimming and water safety. This class takes place in water resistance training. Tuesday & Thurs. 9:00-9:45am or 9:45-10:30am the shallow end of the pool ONLY. Saturdays 10:15 - 11:00am Medium to High Impact Medium to high impact aerobics class in the water including:aqua jogging, aerobic exercise, and water resistance training. Monday & Friday 9:30-10:15am Freestyle 102 Adults learn the basics of freestyle through drills and skills. This class takes Lunch “Power Hour” Aqua Aerobics place in the deep end and the shallow end of the pool. Medium impact aqua aerobics including: aqua jogging, aerobic exercise, and water resist- Saturdays 9:30 - 10:15am ance training. Wednesdays 11:30am-12:30pm Thursdays 8:00 - 8:45pm Aqua Aerobics at Night An aerobic class in the water combining aqua jogging, water resistance training and aero- Back, Breast & Beyond bic exercises in the shallow and deep water. Mon., Tues, Wed., Thurs. 7:30-8:15 pm Adults will learn other American Red Cross strokes including Breaststroke, Backstroke, and Butterfly. Purchase a 10-Pak of Water Class Coupons at the front desk or at the Aquatics Office. Saturdays 11:00 - 11:45am Fees: Y Member: $75 for 10; Non-Members: $150 for 10 Mondays 8:00 - 8:45pm 39 AMERICAN RED CROSS Suffolk Y JCC Swim Teams Ages 6-17 yrs. PROGRAMS Jr. Sharks A non-competitive swim program for swimmers interested in improving their strokes, speed, and endurance while working in a team atmosphere. Swimmers must have Water Safety Instructor (WSI) knowledge of all 4 competitive strokes: butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, & freestyle. Swimmers may attend 2 prac- Ages 16 and up tices per week. The course will teach participants how to teach swim- Practice Schedule: ming skills and become better instructors in the water. Sundays: 1-2pm 10 & under All participants MUST pass a preliminary swim test 2-3 11& Over before taking the course. A $25 non-refundable deposit is required to take the swim test. Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 5:30-6:30pm 10 & Under Time: Mondays 6-9 pm beginning January 11th. 6:30-7:30pm 11 & Over Fee: Members: $340; Non-members: $425 Sharks Lifeguard Training (LGT) A competitive swim program for swimmers who are committed to swimming, and can compete in all 4 competitive ages 15 & up strokes: butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. All swimmers MUST attend a minimum of 3 practices a week. Swimmers compete on Sunday afternoons against other JCC’s throughout New York. A complete certification program for future Lifeguards. Practice Schedule: All participants MUST pass a preliminary swim test Monday & Thursday: 10 & under 5:30-6:30pm 11& Over 6:30-8:00pm before taking this course. A $25 non-refundable deposit is required to take the preliminary swim test. Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 10 & under 6:00-7:00pm

FITNESS, SPORTS AND AQUATICS The balance of the course is due by the second class. 11& Over 7:00-8:30pm This course includes training in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and lifeguarding. Sundays (if no meet) 10 & under 3:00-4:00pm Time: Sundays 5-9 pm beginning January 31st 11& Over 4:00-5:30pm Fee: Mem.: $305; Non-mem.: $395 includes all training material & books. All swimmers interested in joining either of the teams MUST attend one night of try-outs.

Try-out Dates: Dec. 21, 22, or 23 All Ages 5:30-6:30pm

Fees for 2009 Winter Session: Sharks: Y members $315 Non-members $425 Jr. Sharks: Y members $215 Non-members $325

Create-A-Class (Parent/Tot or Level Classes) Can’t fit our schedule into yours? Why not make your own group lesson? You arrange a class of 3 or more children of the same age/ability, and pick the day and time of the class. Classes will run based on pool and instructor availability.

40 2010 JCC Swim Maccabi Games Clinic The JCC Maccabi Games unite Jewish teens, representing JCC’s from all with Jason Lezak over the world, for a week of competition in team and individual sports. In order to participate, all athletes must be a minimum of 13 yrs. of age by Join us for a “once in a life- July 31st, 2010, and no older than 16 yrs. of age by August 1st, 2010. All athletes also must be Jewish and practicing the Jewish faith in their homes. time experience”! Sunday, April 18th This year, the Suffolk Y JCC Delegation will be attending the Maccabi 1:00-3:30pm Games in Richmond, VA the week of August 1st. We will be bringing the following teams: Girls & Boys Swimming, Girls & Boys Tennis, Girls 3-time Olympiad Clinic will include: & Boys Soccer, and Boys Basketball. . • Speech: All about Jason Lezak If you would like more information about the JCC Maccabi Experience and • Swim: Jason works with swimmers in the water other programs, please go to www.jccmaccabi.org. • Q & A Session Suffolk Y JCC 2010 Fees: Snacks and autographs will be available at the end All fees include: JCCA participation fees, transportation to and from the Fees: $50 Suffolk Y Members$75 Non-members* Games, team jacket, bag, trading pins & t-shirts. (Sports uniforms are NOT included. Please see coaches.)

$1300 Suffolk Y Members, Pre-registration by April 11. A $1575 Non-Members (Includes a 1-yr teen membership) $15 fee will be added to any registration taken after this Try-out Dates: date, including the day of the Boys 16U Basketball: Sunday, Feb. 28 & Sunday, March 7 6:00-8:00pm clinic. Boys 16U Soccer: Sunday, Jan. 24 & Sunday, March 7 12:30-2:00pm For more information or to pre-register by phone, Girls 16U Soccer: Sunday, Jan. 24 & Sunday, Feb. 7 2:00-3:30pm please contact the Aquatics Dept. at Tennis & Swim: Please contact 631-462-9800 ext. 132 Nancy Briel, Delegation Head @ 462-9800 x132 or [email protected] 41 Pool Rules At the pool, the lifeguard(s) on duty must enforce all the rules. If a person does not follow a rule, he/she may be asked to leave the pool. 1. No person allowed in the pool unless a lifeguard is on duty. 2. No street shoes on the pool deck. 3. No food or drink, including gum allowed on the pool deck or in the water. 4. No running or horse playing in and around the pool. 5. No diving into the pool unless supervised by a certified instructor. 6. No spitting, urinating, or secretion of any body fluid in the pool or on the pool deck. 7. Infants/toddlers must wear “swim diapers” in the pool. 8. An adult must accompany all children under the age of 12. 9. All children 5 and under must have a parent in the water with them. 10. Do not abuse the equipment at the pool and return it when finished. If you are unsure how to use an item, ask the lifeguard on duty. 11. When entering a lap lane, you must let the other swimmer know before starting your swim. 12. When there are people waiting for a lap lane, please limit your swim to 45 minutes. Please Note: Circular swimming is permitted if all swimmers in a lane agree or during a program with an instructor.

42 INS,SOT N AQUATICS AND SPORTS FITNESS, The Harvey H. and Rosalyn Gordon Family Tennis & Sports Center Laura Schnur, Ext. 122, Chris Draper, Ext. 125 or Scott Zlochower, Ext. 126

The Suffolk Y JCC proudly presents The Harvey H. and Rosalyn Gordon Family Tennis & Sports Center featuring 4 newly constructed, lighted tennis courts. Member reservations for court time are available on a first come first serve basis and can be made either in person in the Fitness & Sports Department or by calling 462-9800 Ext. 122, 125 or 126. The tennis courts will re-open in Spring 2009.

Tennis For Children Tennis Lessons TO PURCHASE COUPON These are noncompetitive classes that emphasize In addition to reserved court time, we have set aside time for BOOKLETS FOR THE teaching children basic tennis skills and having FUN. In adult, teen and children's private and semi-private lessons with addition to tennis, we’ll play games and run obstacle our resident Tennis Pro, Jeremy Levins. LESSONS courses that foster the development of hand/eye coor- Contact: dination, forward and lateral movement. The Fall ses- PRIVATE LESSONS Chris at 462-9800 ext. 125 1 Hour Lesson - Members:$55; Non-members $70 sion will begin Sept. 17th and will have 10 sessions. The or Scott at ext. 126 cost of the 4 year old class (which includes Snack & Package of 6 Hour-Long Lessons - $300 ($50/Lesson) Non-Members: $390 ($65 per lesson) Relax) is $147/members and $294/non-members. The Payment MUST BE PAID IN K-class is $94/members and $188/non-members. SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS (2-4 PEOPLE) FULL in order to receive your 1 Hour Lesson- Members: $35.00 per person lesson coupon booklet. 4 Year Old: Snack & Relax / Tennis Non-members: $45 per person (Indoors in Inclement Weather) Package of 6 Hour-Long Lessons - Members:$180 per person The “Y” is not responsible for individu- Wednesdays: 2:30 pm - 3:50 pm ($30/Lesson) Non-members: $240 per person als who cannot attend a scheduled semi-private lesson. Members will be Kindergarten - 3rd Grade CHILDREN LESSONS Ages 3-8 charged for scheduled lessons unless (Indoors in Inclement Weather) 1/2 Hour Private Lesson - $40 per child; Pkg. of 6 $210 per child the Tennis Pro has been given at least Wednesdays: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 1/2 Hour Semi-Private Lesson (2-4 children) - $30.00 per child 24 hours notice of cancellation. Pkg. of 6 $150 per child (one 1/2 hour lesson per week) 43 Special Needs Tennis Program Group and Private lessons geared specifically for children with special Tennis Court Rules needs. Lessons will emphasize basic skills (including serve, volley, fore- 1. Members can play for free during regular hours subject hand, backhand) as well as teamwork, appropriate speech and language to court availability, not to conflict with tennis lessons, for the sport of tennis as well as the ability to participate in the sport with other children and family members. Small groups will ensure that each camps, or leagues. child has individual attention. For more information about this program 2. Court time can be reserved up to 7 days in advance contact Eileen Schneyman at ext. 113. by calling the Fitness & Sports Dept. Names of all Private lessons are available. Please call Eileen for times and fees. The Tennis pro- players and status as a member /non-member must be gram for children with special needs is sponsored by a grant through the United provided at time of making reservation. States Tennis Association. 3. Reservations are on a first come first served basis. 4. Singles (2 players) may reserve up to 1 hour of court time per day on weekdays. 5. Doubles (4 players) may reserve up to 1.5 hours of court time on weekdays. 6. Weekends are limited to 1 hour of court time for every one. 7. Non-members will be charged $10.00 per non-member.

FITNESS, SPORTS AND AQUATICS Non residents can come as a guest only one time in 6 months. 8. Weather permitting, the courts will be open and free to all Y members. 9. During the summer camp months, priority use of the courts, during camp hours will be given to the camp programs. 10. If a court designated for lessons is not being used, we will release that court time for member use. 11.In order to access the tennis courts you must pick up a special swipe card in the Fitness Center prior to your court time. Due to the anticipated demand for court time, a 24 12.Swipe cards MUST be returned once play is completed. hour cancellation policy will be in effect. Failure to Failure to return the card may result in loss of tennis give 24 hour cancellation notice may affect your privileges. ability to make future reservations. 44