Celebrating 10 Years in Amberley Village

PROGRAM GUIDE FALL 2018

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN AMBERLEY VILLAGE

Looking to the past & reaching for the future

FITNESS • EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL • AQUATICS • SENIOR CENTER CAMP • JEWISH LIFE • AFTER SCHOOL CARE • CULTURAL ARTS

8485 RIDGE ROAD · CINCINNATI, OH 45236 · 513.761.7500 MAYERSONJCC.ORG TABLE of CONTENTS

6 Fall Highlights WELCOME 8 Wellness & Recreation 14 Aquatics 16 Arts & Ideas THIS FALL, WE CELEBRATE 10 YEARS OF 24 Children & Family THE J’S BEAUTIFUL HOME ON RIDGE ROAD. 30 Grades 5 - 12 As lucky as we are to have such an incredible facility, we know that 34 20s & 30s / Adults it’s truly our community that makes this place feel like home. The J wouldn’t be the same without the warm words of welcome from our 36 60 & Better front desk staff and encouragement from personal trainers, the friendly 42 Support the J conversation at the J Café, and the lively little voices in the Early Childhood School.

We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate 10 years in Amberley during JCC Board Members our Annual Meeting on September 27. Arrive early to explore artwork by nearly 50 Cincinnati organizations during the Under One Roof John Silverman president community art exhibit reception. Get active with us as we support the Holocaust & Humanity Center and the J with the Great Human Race 5K Robert Brant in October. In November, we’ll gather locally to join our international vice president community for Global Day of Jewish Learning. Marty Hiudt vice president Just as the J serves as a gathering place for the community, we’ve added a community calendar to this Program Guide which includes Cory Pollock treasurer special events hosted by organizations and congregations throughout the city. This expansive list of events demonstrates how active and Amy Susskind-Weiskopf dedicated our community truly is. secretary Lauren Guttman This building has been the setting for 10 wonderful years of friendships member-at-large formed, challenges overcome, and community strengthened. We can’t wait to see what the next 10 years hold! Todd Schild immediate past president Jon Blatt Josh Frankel Ronnen Isakov Mark Knue Julie Lerner Cynthia Rosen Anna Sarembock Stuart Solomon Sherri Symson Marc Fisher John Silverman Mayerson JCC CEO Mayerson JCC Board President Felicia Zakem Marc Fisher ceo BUILDING HOURS PROGRAM GUIDE Mon - Thurs: 5:30am - 10pm Fri: 5:30am - 7pm FALL 2018 Sat - Sun: 7am - 7pm J Play School Year Hours FALL SPECIAL BUILDING HOURS Drop-In Care for infants - age 5 Mon - Thurs: Please make note of these special hours in observance of Jewish and federal 8:20am - 2:15pm; 4 - 8pm holidays. Learn more about Jewish holidays at MayersonJCC.org. Fri: 8:20am - 2:15pm Monday, 9/3: Labor Day* Thursday, 11/22: Thanksgiving Day* Sat - Sun: 8:45am - 3:15pm • • Open 7am - 5pm Open 7am - 3pm Club J School Year Hours Sunday, 9/9: Erev Rosh Hashanah* Monday, 12/24: Christmas Eve* Drop-In Care for ages 6 - 9 • • Closing at 5pm. Closing at 5pm Mon - Thurs: 4 - 8:15pm Sat - Sun: 8:45am - 3:15pm • Monday, 9/10: Rosh Hashanah • Tuesday, 12/25: Christmas Day* Building closed Open 7am - 5pm Pool Hours Outdoor Pools are open • Tuesday, 9/18: Erev Yom Kippur* • Monday, 12/31: New Year’s Eve* from May 26 - September 3, Closing at 5pm Open 7am - 5pm and our indoor pool is • Wednesday, 9/19: Yom Kippur * Due to early building closures, there will be no open year-round. Building closed programs or classes after 2pm on these days. For more detailed information and hours, visit MayersonJCC.org. MAYERSONJCC.ORG • 513.761.7500

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WELLNESS & RECREATION Splash, play, compete, exercise, heal, and relax. We offer many different ways to serve your spirit and improve your energy, to get you up and moving, and to test your limits. For many of us, those form the foundation of an active lifestyle filled with meaningful relationships. See page 8

ARTS & IDEAS We engage the Greater Cincinnati community in an exploration of Jewish identity and culture in films, literature, music, dance, visual arts, theater, and comedy through thought-provoking discussions and moving performances that engage the mind, heart, and spirit. See Fall Highlights on next page

EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL We provide a high-quality, age-appropriate Jewish and secular curriculum that encourages development, curiosity, imagination, and self-esteem. Weekly enrichment includes music, fitness, yoga, swim lessons (ages 4+), and more. We celebrate Jewish holidays and Shabbat with songs, stories, art, special foods, and traditions. See page 27 HELPFUL SERVICES From financial aid and affordable senior meals to transportation and Meals on Wheels, we provide many services to support our community and make the J accessible to everyone. Inclusive and adapted programming is available through our Schloss Special Needs & Services department. See page 34

JEWISH LIFE We celebrate our Jewish identity while welcoming people from every faith and background. We provide a rich array of social, cultural, and educational programs and events to deepen our connection to the Jewish community and Jewish values. We are a gathering place for community groups, cultural celebrations, and activities for all ages. See page 24

60 & BETTER The J offers many opportunities for older adults to stay active, social, and independent. Explore the region with fun day trips, learn new skills with technology and arts classes, and get moving with specialized fitness classes. Socialize and enjoy discounted meals in the J Café. See page 36

EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL & BREAK CAMPS When school is out, the J is in! From after school and holidays, to fall break and snow days, our camp programs host fun activities all year round. Get active and learn with sports, day trips, nature activities, and more. Enjoy our indoor water park and outdoor pool, full-size gym, and gaga pit. Don’t forget to pack your smile! See page 29 FALL HIGHLIGHTS EVERYTHING BUT THE SEDER PLATE Downsizing & Appraisal Fair OCTOBER 18, 3 - 8PM

$5 entrance fee; $25 for an appraisal time slot - 2 items max. per time slot

Discover the value of your antiques and collectibles from Jacquie Denny and the experts at Everything But The House. Learn techniques to declutter and downsize your home from Queen City Transitions to help you enter a new phase of life - and maybe even have some fun in the process! All money raised will UNDER benefit the Mayerson JCC Senior Center. ONE ROOF Traditions: Looking to the Past and Reaching for the Future ON DISPLAY: SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 4 ART RECEPTION: SEPTEMBER 27, 5:30PM Step inside our 1,300-square-foot sukkah highlighting works of art created by nearly 50 organizations from around the city. View these large multimedia fabric panels exploring this year’s theme, Traditions, on display to celebrate the festival of Sukkot. Celebrate the traditions of our community with Under One Roof ARTS & IDEAS SPONSORS and ten years of traditions within the JCC’s As of July 10, 2018 beautiful home with an Art Reception before The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr. - the J’s Annual Meeting! Enjoy an evening of art, U.S.Bank Foundation music, and light appetizers in the sukkah. Susan S. Friedlander Under One Roof is made possible by Presenting Sponsor, the Rockwern Charitable Foundation. This program is funded The Rockwern Charitable Foundation in part by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati and the Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati. Contact us at [email protected] or 513.761.7500 x1293 to learn more about sponsorship opportunities! FALL HIGHLIGHTS GLOBAL DAY OF JEWISH LEARNING In partnership with UC Judaic Studies Lichter Lecture Series NOVEMBER 11, 2PM Cincinnati’s 2018 Global Day of Jewish Learning will feature Rabbi Susan Goldberg of Wilshire Boulevard Temple, Los Angeles. As the Rabbi Script Consultant for the acclaimed TV series Transparent, she will speak on “In the Wilderness: The Spiritual Journey of Transparent.” Rabbi Goldberg will use stories and performances from the groundbreaking, award- winning TV Show, Transparent, to spark thinking and conversation about how issues of gender and sexuality can expand our understanding of Jewishness and one’s identity generally. THE 2018 Following Rabbi Goldberg’s talk, participants can choose from a variety of workshops on Extraordinary Passages - Texts and Travels with local experts including GREAT University of Cincinnati Judaic Studies, physicians from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, HUC-JIR, and HUMAN Cincinnati rabbis. Global Day of Jewish Learning is in partnership with an annual event where Jewish communities across the globe study a shared theme from a variety of RACE perspectives rooted in Jewish texts. OCTOBER 7 Check-In begins at 8:30am at the J; Race at 10am

The Great Human Race is a fun, family-friendly 5K walk/run to support the Mayerson JCC and the Holocaust and Humanity Center. Proceeds from the event will go to support both organizations, which serve as homes for the greater community to celebrate diversity and inclusion and foster understanding of each individual. Join together with family and friends old and new to get active and make a difference in your community! 8 Wellness & Recreation Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

Whatever your fitness goals may be, we can help you get there! Our range of offerings address weight loss, muscle strength, toning, flexibility, corrective exercise, and sports conditioning. Our Fitness Center features industry-leading workout equipment and more than 90 Group Ex classes each week.

CLASS Commit to Be Fit Express August 26 - October 13 Stop the Bleed Join the express version of our most popular small group challenge to lose weight, get toned, and Ages 14+ compete for fantastic prizes. Check out the full August 28, October 4, 22, November 14, schedule at MayersonJCC.org December 6, 7 - 8pm Cost: $5 day J Member public SUN $150 $210 In an accident or violent event, 90% of individuals MON $110 $150 die due to blood loss. Join us for a special TUES $130 $180 one-hour class where you can learn to potentially WED $130 $180 save lives by stopping the bleed. Learn about THURS $150 $210 proper bleeding control techniques in this interactive class taught by Amberley Village Police Stronger You Department in partnership with the JCC. This October 14 - November 21 one-hour class is limited to 15 people. J Member: $130; public: $180 Thursday classes: J Member: $110; public: $150 Become the best version of yourself in this small PERSONAL TRAINING group strength-training program! Learn how to increase muscle strength through a combination Improve your workouts with one of our highly skilled and of bodyweight and weight training exercises, educated personal trainers! Personal training can help you revealing a healthier and stronger you! achieve your fitness goals, including weight loss, toning, post-rehabilitation, and increasing strength through tailored program design, individual support, motivation, education, and more! We offer private, small group, and partner training, as well as specialized Pilates Reformer training. To start your For the most up-to-date schedules training out right, you’ll receive a FREE InBody® health and training times, stop by the and fitness body composition assessment when you sign up for personal training. Fitness Desk or visit Contact the Fitness Director for more information at MAYERSONJCC.ORG 513.761.7500 ext. 1266 Fall Session 1: Aug. 26 - Oct. 27; Fall Session 2: Oct. 28 - Dec. 22 Wellness & Recreation 9

Holiday Headstart Balance and Strength for Older Adults November 25 - December 22 Ages 45+ J Member: $75; public $100 Improve your balance, strength, and overall fitness with Stay on track throughout the holidays! This 4-week small exercises designed specifically for older adults. Balance group training program will help keep you active with one- training is key to reducing risk for falls, as well as improving hour, weekly workouts with a personal trainer. Work your posture and alignment for maximum health. Learn way through a fun scavenger hunt to earn an extra entry techniques to build strength and increase flexibility to for a drawing to receive 20% off registration for Commit maintain an active, independent lifestyle. to be Fit in January. All participants will receive 25% off Fall Session 1 massage at the J Spa, 30% off nutritionist services, and day time J Member public ® a FREE InBody health and fitness body composition WED 3:30 - 4:30pm $96 $160 assessment (a $60 value!) Fall Session 2 Teen Warrior Challenge day time J Member public Ages 12-19 WED 3:30 - 4:30pm $84 $140 Inspired by NBC’s American Ninja Warrior, this exercise Couch to 5K challenge will help you get in shape, while meeting new August 26 - October 7 friends! Learn to use bodyweight exercises and workout sequences to strengthen muscles, and increase stamina Get ready for The Great Human Race 5K on October 7! and endurance. Whether to boost your conditioning for Led by a JCC Personal Trainer, these one-hour small group sports or just to live a healthier life, this fun workout will training sessions will help you get in shape, regardless of help you reach your full potential! your level of experience! Race registration and The Great Human Race 5K T-shirt is included with this class! You’ll also Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4 - 5pm get a weekly running schedule to help keep you on track. days J Member public September $99 $150 day time J Member public October $99 $150 SUN 10 - 11am $125 $175 November $99 $150 MON 5 - 6pm $105 $145 December $79 $120

Afterburner Pies and Lattes September 28, 11:30am - 1pm All skill levels are invited to join this class on our state- FREE with RSVP of-the-art suspension training unit. You’ll strengthen muscles, increase stamina, and just have fun! All exercises “Pilates? I thought you said Pies and Lattes!” are adjustable to your ability and focus on developing Celebrate Coffee Day with an Open House in the stabilizer muscles and core strength. Use your AccuroFit Pilates studio. Learn about our amazing Pilates Heart Rate Tracking device throughout this 50-minute Reformer, and enjoy free pie and lattes when you class to monitor your progress and maximize the impact of demo the reformer! Everyone who attends will be your workout, helping you burn more calories even after entered to win a free registration for our weekly you leave class! Come hang out with us on our adult jungle Pilates group classes in January 2019. gym, where playing is encouraged. Fall Session 1 day J Member public GROUP EXERCISE TUES $108 $180 WED $96 $160 Dance Fit with Weights THURS $108 $180 Ages 16+ Fall Session 2 Instructor Bonnie Loftspring leads a dynamic small group day J Member public class focusing on strength training, posture alignment TUES $96 $160 and stability with light weights, core work, & stretching. WED $84 $140 Purchase passes at the Welcome Desk. THURS $84 $140 day time J Member WED 9 - 9:55am $150 for 10 classes 10 Wellness & Recreation Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

Stretch & Strengthen AQUATIC GROUP EXERCISE Ages 16+ Our Aquatic Group Ex classes provide low-impact work- Increase your strength and flexibility with former outs led by highly qualified instructors who will help you Cincinnati Ballet principal dancer, Jane Green. Each class is meet your fitness goals. All classes are FREE for members, an engaging hour of barre work, center and light weights. so you can try as many as you’d like! Purchase passes at the Welcome Desk. See our full schedule at MayersonJCC.org day time J Member MON & FRI 9 - 9:55am $150 for 10 classes PILATES Israeli Dance We offer Mat Pilates Personal Training and Pilates Ages 13+ Reformer Personal Training at the J, both of which will Experience the joyful expression of Israeli culture and help you connect with your inner self while focusing on identity through authentic, high-energy Israeli folk increasing strength and core stabilization. Our dancing. Participants of all skill levels are encouraged to certified Pilates personal trainers have specialized enroll in this class which offers something for everyone - training to ensure proper form to increase the from popular Israeli dances to more advanced repertoire. productivity of your movements. Fall Session 1: Small Group Pilates Training day time J Member public Visit MayersonJCC.org to learn about and sign up for TUES 7:30 - 9:15pm FREE $25 group pilates training, or to register for one of our Fall Session 2: specialty classes below! day time J Member public TUES 7:30 - 9:15pm FREE $35 Pilates for Golfers Thursdays, 12 - 1pm | Fridays, 7 - 8am Advance your golf game by using Pilates to improve your focus, posture, balance, core strength, flexibility, and stability. Many top golfers use Pilates training to not only boost their swing, but to reduce the risk of injury and pain by providing optimal range of motion. Fall Session 1: day time J Member public THURS 12 - 1pm $180 $270 FRI 7 - 8am $180 $270 Fall Session 2: day time J Member public THURS 12 - 1pm $140 $210 FRI 7 - 8am $140 $210

FREE FITNESS CHALLENGES Our FREE fitness challenges are for J Members only. Sign up in the Fitness Center.

Calorie Bank Before You Thank October 21 - November 18 Bank 7,000 calories before Thanksgiving and receive a J Bucks gift card! Every 10 minutes you work out equals 100 calories banked, so let’s get moving! DID YOU KNOW? Facials are not only a relaxing experience, they also improve the health of your skin and face. Facials stimulate cell regeneration and assist in the efficient removal of waste in the skin. As a result, the texture of the skin becomes more refined, making it look healthier and feel less congested. Facials also stimulate blood flow to the skin, increasing oxygen and necessary nutrients as well as relaxing the muscles of the face and surrounding structures. Professional skin care offers benefits for everyone, so the J Spa has recently added a Men’s Facial. Just as visiting the dentist twice a year for in-depth cleaning improves oral health, regular facials enhance FALL SPECIAL the health of your skin and facial muscles! Create your own Spa package! Our licensed estheticians will help determine the best facial service for you based on your skin A day of pampering and stress type. Schedule your appointment by contacting reduction is a perfect gift for that the Fitness Desk, and be sure to ask about our special person in your life. monthly J Spa specials! Receive 25% off your total when you bundle two or more 50-minute services during the same visit. SPA 12 Wellness & Recreation Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

FREE FITNESS DEMOS October: Frequency Challenge Keep working toward your goals! Log at least 15 days Learn something new and get tips on how to get the most in the Fitness Center on your AccuroFit this month to out of your workout! These FREE fitness demos are for be entered to win one of five FREE registrations for our members only. Sign up in the Fitness Center. Holiday Headstart challenge!

September: Stretching with Audrey November: Intensity Challenge Stretching prepares your body for a more successful Reach 3000 Intensity points on your AccuroFit this month workout. It can also help increase your range of motion to be entered to win one of five FREE 30-minute massages and reduce injuries. Learn the best stretches to make the or personal training sessions! most of your workout! December: Frequency Challenge September 5, 6pm | September 13, 9:30am Jumpstart your resolutions! Log at least 10 days in the September 16, 11am | September 26, 7pm Fitness Center on your AccuroFit this month to be entered to win one of two FREE registrations for Commit to Be Fit! October: Pilates Reformer with Stacey Have you ever walked past our Pilates Reformer and wondered how it works? The Pilates Reformer is designed NUTRITIONIST SERVICES for people of all levels of skill, strength, and flexibility. Our in-house Nutritionist offers informative workshops Learn more about how the Reformer provides an effective, and personalized services, helping set up plans based on low-impact workout. your needs. We will help you make better diet and lifestyle October 8, 12pm | October 15, 12pm choices while setting reasonable and achievable goals to October 22, 12pm | October 29, 12pm avoid frustration. Services include: weight loss strategies, healthy cooking advice, disease prevention, education, November: Advance Your Pull-Up with Kate grocery store navigation, and much more! Pull-ups can be challenging for a lot of people. Learn how Nutritious Fall Favorites to build your upper-body strength to help you achieve this September 16, 4 - 5pm challenging exercise and take your workout to a new level! FREE with RSVP November 4, 11am | November 15, 9:30am Pumpkins, squash, eggplant, oh my! Fall produce offers so November 19, 7pm | November 28, 4:30pm many nutritional benefits. Learn how to make the most of the season’s fresh foods and incorporate these fall favor- December: Deadlifting with Jay ites into your menu. Deadlifting is one of the most effective ways to build Meal Planning: How to Prepare for the Week total-body strength. Come get tips for how to push your November 4, 4 - 5pm strength training to the max while ensuring proper form FREE with RSVP to avoid injury. There are hundreds, if not thousands of websites detailing December 5, 11am | December 8, 11am various methods for meal planning. Don’t let the internet December 12, 11am | December 15, 11am overwhelm you - meal planning can be simple. Find out how to plan without dedicating your whole Sunday to the task! ACCUROFIT CHALLENGES AccuroFit Heart Rate Training, our wearable heart rate SPORTS technology, makes it easier than ever to get the results Men’s Basketball Fall League you want with real time feedback on heart rate, Ages 18+ calories, and effort. Learn more and get your September 17 - December 17 AccuroFit at the Fitness Desk! Enjoy great competition and camaraderie with games, a September: Frequency Challenge tournament, and end-of-season league awards. No games Log at least 12 days in the Fitness Center on your on September 24 & October 1. AccuroFit this month to be entered to win one of three day time J Member public FREE registrations for Afterburner. MON 6:15 - 9:45pm $99 $139 Fall Session 1: Aug. 26 - Oct. 27; Fall Session 2: Oct. 28 - Dec. 22 Wellness & Recreation 13

INCLUSION NEW! Inclusive Youth Basketball Skills Ages 8 - 12 For children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities who are able to participate independently or This fun, inclusive class provides kids in grades 3 - 6, with with the help of their own personal care assistant. These an opportunity to learn the fundamental skills of the inclusive classes are taught by our Schloss Special Needs game: dribbling, passing, scoring, rebounding and more! and Services instructors and advocates. Players will learn techniques, perform drills, play as a team, These programs are made possible by The Milton and Frances and participate in non-competitive games. Players are guided Schloss Special Needs and Services Fund for Children and Adults and and supported by a head coach and assistant coaches in a fun supported by The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati. Additional support and engaging environment. In addition to basketball skills, comes from the Robert H. Reakirt Foundation, PNC Bank Trustee. players will build confidence, practice social skills, develop leadership skills, increase gross motor skills, and much more. Fitness & Friends This is an inclusive program, open to all children. Ages 16+ Fall Session 1: This engaging adapted class offers low-impact day time J Member public exercise, socializing, and creative crafts. This fall, WED 6 - 7pm $45 $50 we’ll enjoy fun field trips on August 26, October 21, Fall Session 2: and December 16. There will be no class on September 2, day time J Member public November 25, December 23 & 30. WED 6 - 7pm $45 $50 day time J Member SUN 1 - 3pm FREE NEW! Inclusive Youth Baseball Skills Clinic Adapted Zumba This fun, inclusive class provides an opportunity for kids to play and learn the game of baseball. Many players are not Ages 18+ getting the coaching that they need during the baseball September 6 & 20, 7 - 8pm | October 4 & 18, 7 - 8pm season because of the busy game schedule. In this clinic- November 1 & 15, 7 - 8pm | December 6 & 20, 7 - 8pm style program, players will receive the coaching attention FREE for J Members they need to improve and enjoy the game of baseball even No dance skills are required for this fun adapted class! more. Players will work to improve their throwing, pitching, Come enjoy this high-energy, low impact, dance-based fielding, and hitting skills in a fun and engaging environment. group exercise class. This is an inclusive program, open to all children. Adapted Basketball Fall Session 1: ages day time J Member public Ages 18+ August 30, 7 - 8pm | September 13 & 27, 7 - 8pm 5 - 8 WED 4:30 - 5:30pm $70 $85 October 11 & 25, 7 - 8pm | November 8 & 29, 7 - 8pm Fall Session 2: December 13 & 27, 7 - 8pm ages day time J Member public FREE for J Members 5 - 8 WED 4:30 - 5:30pm $70 $85 This exciting, team-focused class will give participants 8 - 12 MON 4:30 - 5:30pm $70 $85 a chance to work on improving their basketball fundamentals while socializing and being active.

Fall Session 1: August 26 - October 27 For the most up-to-date schedules Fall Session 2: October 28 - December 22 and training times, stop by the Fitness Desk or visit In observance of Jewish & federal holidays, there will be no classes or programs held: MAYERSONJCC.ORG Sept. 9*, 10, 11, 18*, 19, 24, 25 Oct. 1, 2 Nov. 22, Dec. 24, 25, 31 *No classes after 2pm 14 Aquatics Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

SWIM LESSONS Jellyfish Skills - Primary Skills Ages 3 - 10 The J offers year-round swim lessons for kids of all ages and abilities. Our aquatics program is designed to teach This station marks the beginning of movement skills and personal water safety, stroke development, water sports adds to the self-help and basic rescue skills learned in and games, rescue, and personal growth skills to children. Frogs & Tadpoles and Flounder Skills. Students placed All lessons are taught by certified instructors, and private in this station have already achieved a sense of water sessions are available for both children and adults. Group acclimation and no longer show hesitation in a pool lessons cannot be prorated, refunded, or made up, due to setting. Students will learn to float without support and to limited class capacity. recover to a vertical position. Aquatics Session 1: September 9 - October 27; Frogs & Tadpoles - Water Acclimation Aquatics Session 2: October 28 - December 27 Ages 6 months - 3 years day time J Member public This is an interactive class and we recommend student has SUN 9 - 9:30am $84 $112 at least the ability to hold his/her head up independently. MON Session 2 6 - 6:30pm $84 $112 The class won’t include many advanced skills, but will be WED Session 1 6 - 6:30pm $72 $96 catered to the age group and adult/child relationship. There THURS 6 - 6:30pm $84 $112 will be a strong emphasis on safety, water acclimation, and SAT 9 - 9:30am $84 $112 teaching through game/song and parent involvement. Octopus Skills - Stroke Readiness Aquatics Session 1: September 9 - October 27; Ages 4 - 14 Aquatics Session 2: October 28 - December 27 day time J Member public This station will introduce elementary backstroke and SUN 9:30 - 10am $84 $112 fundamentals of treading water. Students will learn SAT 9:30 - 10am $84 $112 to coordinate freestyle and backstroke, and will begin the dive progression and continue to learn safety skills. Flounder Skills - Water Exploration Students must be comfortable floating unassisted on Ages 3 - 10 both their front and back, can recover from float to standing position unassisted, and must be able to The objective of this station is to help students feel perform a propulsive kick. comfortable in the water and enjoy the water safely. Students will be introduced to floats and bobs, as well Aquatics Session 1: September 9 - October 27; as assisted movement in the pool. Students need to Aquatics Session 2: October 28 - December 27 be capable of being in a class setting without parent day time J Member public involvement. No experience necessary. SUN 10:30 - 11am $84 $112 MON Session 2 6:30 - 7pm $84 $112 Aquatics Session 1: September 9 - October 27; WED Session 1 6:30 - 7pm $72 $96 Aquatics Session 2: October 28 - December 27 day time J Member public SUN 10 - 10:30am $84 $112 MON Session 2 5:30 - 6pm $84 $112 Check out our After School Program and WED Session 1 5:30 - 6pm $72 $96 School Break Camps on page 29 THURS 5:30 - 6pm $84 $112 SAT 10 - 10:30am $84 $112 FallClownfish Session 1: Aug.Skills 26 -- Oct.Stroke 27; FallDevelopment Session 2: Oct. 28 - Dec. 22 Aquatics 15 Ages 4 - 14 Students will refine both freestyle and backstroke, and increase endurance in all skills learned as part of previous stations. This station will introduce breaststroke and DON’T SEE A SWIM butterfly, and students will begin learning the flip turn progression. Students must be able to swim novice CLASS THAT FITS freestyle and backstroke, be able to jump in and return to the side unassisted, and be able to tread YOUR SCHEDULE? water for 10 seconds. We offer private and semi-private lessons, as Aquatics Session 1: September 9 - October 27; well as private group classes to fit your needs. Aquatics Session 2: October 28 - December 27 Learn more at MAYERSONJCC.ORG day time J Member public THURS 6:30 - 7pm $84 $112 SAT 10:30 - 11am $84 $112

Fall Session 1: August 26 - October 27 Fall Session 2: October 28 - December 22 Our Aquatic Group Ex classes In observance of Jewish & federal holidays, provide low-impact workouts! there will be no classes or programs held: See our full schedule at MAYERSONJCC.ORG Sept. 9*, 10, 11, 18*, 19, 24, 25 Oct. 1, 2 Nov. 22, Dec. 24, 25, 31 *No classes after 2pm 16 Arts & Ideas Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

EVENTS Paint Night in the Sukkah Under One Roof - Traditions: Looking to the October 3, 6pm Cost: $8, includes supplies Past and Reaching for the Future Sukkah Art Exhibit Join us for a night of art in the sukkah! Come create art On display: September 23 - October 4 inspired by the Jewish holiday of Sukkot while surrounded Art Reception: September 27, 5:30pm by the Under One Roof community art exhibit. Have a nosh while being guided through a painting class, with room for Step inside our 1,300-square-foot sukkah highlighting creative expression. Bring yourself and your friends and works of art created by nearly 50 organizations from leave with a masterpiece. No experience necessary. around the city. View these large multimedia fabric panels exploring this year’s theme, Traditions, on display to celebrate the festival of Sukkot.* Celebrate the traditions of our community with Under One Roof and ten years of traditions within the JCC’s beautiful home with an Art Reception before the J’s Annual Meeting! Enjoy an WE’RE CELEBRATING evening of art, music, and light appetizers in the sukkah. 10 YEARS IN Under One Roof is made possible by Presenting Sponsor, the Rockwern Charitable Foundation. This program is AMBERLEY VILLAGE! funded in part by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati and the Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati. See more programs on page 22 *Sukkot is the Jewish Harvest Festival and is celebrated by building a sukkah (booth) outdoors and welcoming guests. Thank you for A sixth grader, Caroline knew very little about Israel. Then

“ Stav and Liat visited her school. These 18-year-olds came to coming to speak Cincinnati for a service year before they enter military service in Israel. This year, you helped Caroline, and over 5,000 about Israel. I hope“ others get to know Israel, Stav, and Liat. to travel there someday. Together, we can do almost anything. CAROLINE l Cincinnati jewishcincinnati.org/GIVE

Thank you to our partner agencies, including the Jewish Agency for Israel and its Partnership2Gether program, and to PNC, our 2018 Annual Campaign Partner, for building living bridges between Cincinnati and Israel for Caroline, Stav, Liat, and countless others. 18 Arts & Ideas Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

PROJECT Trio October 25, 7:30pm J Member: $10; public: $15; students: $5 Combining the virtuosity of world-class artists with the energy of rock stars, PROJECT Trio is breaking down traditional ideas of chamber music. Blending their classical training with a wide range of musical styles, they make a big impact on audiences of all ages. This exciting concert will feature an eclectic mix of music, featuring everything from classical, to jazz, to salsa, to hip-hop, to classic rock, and everything in between. Don’t miss a special tribute to Leonard Bernstein to mark the centennial of the Jewish- American musical and cultural icon. PROJECT Trio is presented in partnership with Meditation Through the Lens Antonio Violins and Ukes. of Jewish Wisdom Global Day of Jewish Learning Oct. 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27, Dec. 4, 11, 18; 6pm In partnership with UC Judaic Studies Cost: $10/class Lichter Lecture Series Take a moment to pause from the fast-paced world in November 11, 2pm which we live. Breathe deeply and connect with those Cincinnati’s 2018 Global Day of Jewish around you. This meditation class will enable you to Learning will feature Rabbi Susan connect with loving kindness using the teachings of the Goldberg of Wilshire Boulevard Temple, Torah, Rabbi Akiva, and Rabbi Isaac Luria. Dr. David J. Los Angeles. As the Rabbi Script Consultant for the Gilner, Ph.D., Emeritus Director of HUC-JIR’s prestigious acclaimed TV series Transparent, she will speak on “In the libraries will lead this program. This class is open to Wilderness: The Spiritual Journey of Transparent.” Rabbi everyone, no experience necessary. Goldberg will use stories and performances from the groundbreaking, award-winning TV show, Transparent, Israeli Dance Ages 13+ to spark thinking and conversation about how issues of gender and sexuality can expand our understanding of Experience the joyful expression of Israeli culture and Jewishness and one’s identity generally. identity through authentic, high-energy Israeli folk dancing. Participants of all skill levels are encouraged to Following Rabbi Goldberg’s talk, participants can choose enroll in this class which offers something for everyone - from a variety of workshops on extraordinary passages from popular Israeli dances to more advanced repertoire. with local experts including University of Cincinnati Judaic Studies, physicians from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Fall Session 1: HUC-JIR, and Cincinnati rabbis. Global Day of Jewish day time J Member public Learning is an annual event where Jewish communities TUES 7:30 - 9:15pm FREE $25 across the globe study a shared theme from a variety of Fall Session 2: perspectives rooted in Jewish texts. This year’s theme is: day time J Member public Extraordinary Passages - Texts and Travels. TUES 7:30 - 9:15pm FREE $35 AT THE HANU KKAH DECEMBER 2018 Celebrate

First Night of Hanukkah PJ Library Lego Dreidel at the Krohn Conservatory Hanukkah Celebration December 2, 3 - 5pm December 5, 5 - 7pm Cost: $3 for kids (children under 4 are free!), $6 for J Member: $10; public: $12 adults; first 20 to RSVP will receive FREE tickets Join us for the 4th annual PJ Library Hanukkah Let’s kick off the Hanukkah season with PJ Library Celebration - this time we are building dreidels out of at the Krohn Conservatory where we will explore the Legos! Dinner will be included. holiday show, make Hanukkah crafts and light the This event is sponsored by Jessica and Micah Max. menorah together for the first night of Hanukkah! The first 20 people to RSVP will receive FREE PJ Library Mister G tickets; all other RSVPs will receive $1 off the ticket price. Children under 4 are free! Hanukkah Concert This event is sponsored by PJ Library. December 9, 2 - 4pm Lots o’ Latkes FREE with RSVP Come celebrate the season with a fun Hanukkah December 3, 5 - 7pm concert by multicultural musician, Mister G! Join PJ Come spend time with families and friends at the Library and PJ Library musician and Latin GRAMMY JCC! Together we will light the candles for the award-winning artist Mister G for an exciting and second night of Hanukkah and enjoy a free and energetic concert to close the Hanukkah season! delicious latke bar! After eating yummy latkes and This fun family concert will feature favorites like singing Hanukkah songs, we will make fun The Mitzvah Bus and Challah-lalala. You won’t Hanukkah-themed crafts. want to miss this show! This event is presented in partnership with PJ Library.

All events are open to the public. Hanukkah, which means “dedication” in Hebrew, celebrates the re-dedication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem in 165 B.C.E after the military victory of the Jewish Macabees over the Greco-Syrians who had made it illegal for Jews to worship. Legend tells us that when the Maccabees regained control of the Temple, they found only enough oil to light the menorah for one day. The oil miraculously lasted for 8 days, and so Hanukkah is celebrated for 8 days. THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS! AdamsTHE 24TH ANNUAL PRESENTING SPONSOR TENT SPONSOR MULLIGAN SPONSOR The Fisher Family Glen Wright Roberta, Arna & Bobby, Suzette & Michael, Evelyn & Marc, Stacey & David, and Amy & Ben CANASTA SPONSOR Classic This program and others generously supported by The Jewish Judi Roth, Pam Barnett & THANK YOU Foundation of Cincinnati & The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati Suzi Brant to all of the generous sponsors and contributors, hard-working volunteers, PLATINUM SPONSORS participants, JCC Staff and the staff at Bartlett & Co. George & Anne Heldman Family: The Mayerson Company Losantiville Country Club for helping make the Camp Livingston, made Anne Heldman, Montgomery Inn 24th Annual JCC Adams Classic a big success! Fred & Patti Heldman, possible by a generous gift John & Nancy Silverman from Gina & Jon Blatt Roger & Julie Heldman All dollars raised will go to support the Midland Atlantic cHc Manufacturing, Inc. Katz Teller important services and programs of the Mayerson JCC like Meals on Wheels, the JCC Early Childhood School, Camp at the J, GOLD SPONSORS JCC Financial Assistance, and more. Fourth Street Marty and Sally Hiudt The Loftspring Family Performance Partners, Inc. & Family Eddie, Ina, Randy, and Bonnie Herb Weiss Netherland Rubber Co. Union Savings Bank KMK Law The Robinson Family Foundation Guardian Savings Bank Hills Properties Spring Valley Bank Wood-Byer Foundation Hyman & Bessie Passman The Sheridan at Mason Rob & Dara Wood, Pat Byer Family Foundation Sheryl & Scott Mattis Viking Partners, LLC Jeffrey & Amy Bakst

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Amy Susskind & David Weiskopf Ed Kuresman Marilyn & Tommy Zemboch Sarah & David Wise Outlier Realty Capital Madison Wealth Management Mark Newman Scott and Huan Adams Arlene & Bill Katz Full Service Networking Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer Family Fund Baird / Howard Yasgur High School Lunch Bunch Mayers Electric Company Sherri & Adam Symson SAVE THE DATE Private Wealth Management Howard Schwartz Esq. Michael and Rosemary Safdi* Taft’s Brewing Co FOR THE 25TH ANNUAL Barb Osher and Family Flagel & Papakirk LLC Mr. John Isidor & The George Fabe Family Barnes Dennig In Memory of Steven Adams Ms. Sandy Kaltman The Heldman Group ADAMS CLASSIC From His Loving Family Barnes, Black, Dakoske Wealth Nancy & David Wolf The Lodge Retirement Management at UBS JCC Staff Nina & Edward Paul Community Brookwood Retirement Jeffrey and Anne Adams & Family PNC Bank Barry & Chase Kohn Community JUNE 13, 2019 John & Jennifer Stein ProScan Imaging The Urology Group Cindy & Oscar Jarnicki Judy Adams Prosource TOPICZ CommuniCare Family of Julie & Steve Shifman Under the Weather LLC Companies Rachel Pauls Low-FODMAP Food Mailender, Inc. Weil Funeral Home Cuni, Rust & Strenk RCF Group It’s not too late to make a gift. Go to mayersonjcc.org/donate. Marc Schneider, M.D. Ruthman Pump & Engineering David and Abby Schwartz The Christ Hospital Orthopedics Your gift makes a difference! Dianne and J. David Rosenberg and Sports Medicine Sarah Weiss & Todd Schild *In loving memory Sponsor list as of June 14, 2018 THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS! AdamsTHE 24TH ANNUAL PRESENTING SPONSOR TENT SPONSOR MULLIGAN SPONSOR The Fisher Family Glen Wright Roberta, Arna & Bobby, Suzette & Michael, Evelyn & Marc, Stacey & David, and Amy & Ben CANASTA SPONSOR Classic This program and others generously supported by The Jewish Judi Roth, Pam Barnett & THANK YOU Foundation of Cincinnati & The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati Suzi Brant to all of the generous sponsors and contributors, hard-working volunteers, PLATINUM SPONSORS participants, JCC Staff and the staff at Bartlett & Co. George & Anne Heldman Family: The Mayerson Company Losantiville Country Club for helping make the Camp Livingston, made Anne Heldman, Montgomery Inn 24th Annual JCC Adams Classic a big success! Fred & Patti Heldman, possible by a generous gift John & Nancy Silverman from Gina & Jon Blatt Roger & Julie Heldman All dollars raised will go to support the Midland Atlantic cHc Manufacturing, Inc. Katz Teller important services and programs of the Mayerson JCC like Meals on Wheels, the JCC Early Childhood School, Camp at the J, GOLD SPONSORS JCC Financial Assistance, and more. Fourth Street Marty and Sally Hiudt The Loftspring Family Performance Partners, Inc. & Family Eddie, Ina, Randy, and Bonnie Herb Weiss Netherland Rubber Co. Union Savings Bank KMK Law The Robinson Family Foundation Guardian Savings Bank Hills Properties Spring Valley Bank Wood-Byer Foundation Hyman & Bessie Passman The Sheridan at Mason Rob & Dara Wood, Pat Byer Family Foundation Sheryl & Scott Mattis Viking Partners, LLC Jeffrey & Amy Bakst

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Amy Susskind & David Weiskopf Ed Kuresman Marilyn & Tommy Zemboch Sarah & David Wise Outlier Realty Capital Madison Wealth Management Mark Newman Scott and Huan Adams Arlene & Bill Katz Full Service Networking Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer Family Fund Baird / Howard Yasgur High School Lunch Bunch Mayers Electric Company Sherri & Adam Symson SAVE THE DATE Private Wealth Management Howard Schwartz Esq. Michael and Rosemary Safdi* Taft’s Brewing Co FOR THE 25TH ANNUAL Barb Osher and Family Flagel & Papakirk LLC Mr. John Isidor & The George Fabe Family Barnes Dennig In Memory of Steven Adams Ms. Sandy Kaltman The Heldman Group ADAMS CLASSIC From His Loving Family Barnes, Black, Dakoske Wealth Nancy & David Wolf The Lodge Retirement Management at UBS JCC Staff Nina & Edward Paul Community Brookwood Retirement Jeffrey and Anne Adams & Family PNC Bank Barry & Chase Kohn Community JUNE 13, 2019 John & Jennifer Stein ProScan Imaging The Urology Group Cindy & Oscar Jarnicki Judy Adams Prosource TOPICZ CommuniCare Family of Julie & Steve Shifman Under the Weather LLC Companies Rachel Pauls Low-FODMAP Food Mailender, Inc. Weil Funeral Home Cuni, Rust & Strenk RCF Group It’s not too late to make a gift. Go to mayersonjcc.org/donate. Marc Schneider, M.D. Ruthman Pump & Engineering David and Abby Schwartz The Christ Hospital Orthopedics Your gift makes a difference! Dianne and J. David Rosenberg and Sports Medicine Sarah Weiss & Todd Schild *In loving memory Sponsor list as of June 14, 2018 CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN AMBERLEY VILLAGE Looking to the past & reaching for the future JOIN US FOR ALL OF THE FUN! The Mayerson JCC celebrated its Grand Opening in its beautiful home on Ridge Road on September 1, 2008. This fall, we invite you to join us as we celebrate this special anniversary with several special events. Our J logo also got a new look in honor of our 10th anniversary. To create this special look, we took a quite literal interpretation of our theme of “looking to the past and reaching for the future.” We revisited how we got to where we are today, incorporating our previous JCC logo into our current “J.” This blend of old and new reminds us where we’ve been as we look toward the future. We hope you’ll join us to celebrate 10 years of community at the J!

FARMERS’ MARKET AUGUST 26, 9:30AM - 1PM Stock up on apples and honey for Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year), and browse a variety of produce and other handcrafted goods from local farms at the many other booths! Dozens of vendors will be on hand selling everything from challah and honey cake to coffee and hummus. SELL YOUR FRESH PRODUCE, PRODUCTS, OR HANDMADE GOODS! INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VENDOR? Learn more, apply, & RSVP at Mayerson JCC.org UNDER ONE ROOF Traditions: Looking to the Past and Reaching for the Future ON DISPLAY: SEPT. 23 - OCT. 4 ART RECEPTION: SEPT. 27, 5:30PM Step inside our 1,300-square-foot sukkah highlighting works of art created by nearly 50 organizations from around the city. View these large multimedia fabric panels exploring this year’s theme, Traditions, on display to celebrate the festival of Sukkot.* Celebrate the traditions of our community with Under One Roof and ten years of traditions within the JCC’s beautiful home with an Art Reception before the J’s Annual Meeting! Enjoy an evening of art, music, and light appetizers in the sukkah.

Under One Roof is made possible by Presenting Sponsor, the Rockwern Charitable Foundation. This program is funded in part by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati and the Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati.

MAYERSON JCC ANNUAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 27, 7PM Please join us for the Mayerson JCC’s Annual Meeting and learn why there is truly something special about this place. We will reflect on ten wonderful years in our beautiful facility, celebrate the successes of our members, and share exciting plans for the future. Learn more & RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

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CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN AMBERLEY VILLAGE Looking to the past & reaching for the future 24 Children & Family Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

KIDS’ NIGHT OUT Planet Protectors Ages 3 - 5 Movie Mania - October 13, 7pm - 9:30pm Learn about reducing, reusing, and recycling, and lots of DIY Night - December 1, 6pm - 9pm other ways to save our planet. Environmentally friendly J Member: $20; public: $25 projects and snacks are part of the fun! Kids are invited to a special night out at the J…no Fall Session 2: parents allowed! Children grades K - 4 will participate in a day time J Member public fun themed activity, swim, and enjoy dinner and a movie! MON 1 -2pm $70 $82 Children in grades 5 - 8 will help plan activities for younger kids, and have their own dinner and a movie and Dinosaur Digs eat dinner away from the other group. Children of all Ages 3 - 5 abilities are welcome. Children will learn about a new type of dinosaur each class and go on a special archaeological hunt. Every CLASSES week, children will do a craft or an activity related to the dinosaur of the day! Signing Safari Ages 0 - 3 Fall Session 1: day time J Member public Join your child in singing, signing, playing, and rhyming TUES 1 -2pm $60 $72 during a weekly series of 45-minute interactive signing play classes! Learn signs through songs, storytelling, Outdoor Explorers rhymes, the use of musical instruments, and play. Ages 3 - 5 Fall Session 1: Explore the great outdoors...in the back of the JCC! Enjoy day time J Member public scavenger hunts, nature activities, and backyard games SUN 10:30 - 11:15am $90 $108 that will help you make the most of fall! Fall Session 2: Fall Session 2: day time J Member public day time J Member public SUN 10:30 - 11:15am $70 $82 TUES 1 -2pm $70 $82

Outdoor Cooking with Mr. Josh NEW! Flag Football Ages 3 - 5 Ages 3 - 5 Kids will learn basic cooking skills and enjoy making Hut, hut, hut…hike! Does your little tyke love football? creative snacks over the fire! We’ll make pizzas, s’mores, Learn the basics of the great American sport through drills and so much more in this adventurous and safe and football games. It’s sure to be a touchdown! introduction to cooking. Fall Session 1: Fall Session 1: day time J Member public day time J Member public WED 1 - 2pm $80 $96 MON 1 -2pm $50 $60 Fall Session 2: day time J Member public WED 1 - 2pm $70 $82 Fall Session 1: Aug. 26 - Oct. 27; Fall Session 2: Oct. 28 - Dec. 22 Children & Family 25

NEW! Tots & Talk Top Chef Tots September 16, October 2, November 18, Ages 3 - 5 & December 16; 10am - 12pm Come cook with us! We’ll make yummy snacks and tasty Come join your PJ Library friends on the third Sunday of treats each week, while children learn basic cooking skills every month for Tots and Talk in the PJ Patch. Stay for like mixing and measuring. bagels and coffee! Everyone who attends will be entered Fall Session 1: into a raffle to win a Target gift card. You do not have to day time J Member public be a member of the JCC to attend! FRI 1 - 2pm $90 $108 NEW NAME! Tots & Squats Fall Session 2: Ages 0 - 3 day time J Member public FRI 1 - 2pm $70 $82 No time to work out now that you have a little one? Spend time with your baby while getting back in shape with other Beginning Dance adults and their children. Join us after class in the PJ Patch Ages 3 - 4 for a free playgroup and social time! Strollers and/or baby A combination dance class of ballet, jazz, hip hop, and wraps are required. acrobatics. Led by teachers from The Dance Coalition, Fall Session 1: we focus on classroom management, body awareness, day time J Member public friendship/teamwork, musicality, and the basic body MON 10:30 - 11:15am $50 $60 positions in ballet. Most importantly, we have FUN! We’ll TUES 10:30 - 11:15am $50 $60 celebrate the end of the session with a recital. Fall Session 2: Fall Session 1: day time J Member public day time J Member public MON 10:30 - 11:15am $70 $82 MON 1:15 - 2pm $50 $60 TUES 10:30 - 11:15am $70 $82 WED 1:15 - 2pm $90 $108 Fall Session 2: NEW NAME! Tots & Tunes day time J Member public Ages 0 - 3 MON 1:15 - 2pm $70 $82 Children will sing in English and Hebrew, dance, play WED 1:15 - 2pm $70 $82 with bubbles, ribbons and shakers, learn PJ Library songs, and more! This class is the perfect opportunity for Primary Dance babies and toddlers to be introduced to music, creative Ages 4 - 6 stimulation, and interesting sounds. For toddlers and Designed for children who may or may not have had prior babies and a caregiver. dance experience, Primary Dance is a combination class Fall Session 1: that focuses on proper ballet alignment and technique day time J Member public while also spending time in tap, jazz, hip hop, and THURS 10:30 - 11:15am $90 $108 acrobatic exploration! This class is taught by faculty from The Dance Coalition. Fall Session 2: day time J Member public Fall Session 1: THURS 10:30 - 11:15am $70 $82 day time J Member public MON 2:15 - 3pm $50 $60 WED 2:15 - 3pm $80 $96 Fall Session 2: Fall Session 1: August 26 - October 27 day time J Member public Fall Session 2: October 28 - December 22 MON 2:15 - 3pm $70 $82 WED 2:15 - 3pm $70 $82 In observance of Jewish & federal holidays, there will be no classes or programs held: Sept. 9*, 10, 11, 18*, 19, 24, 25 Oct. 1, 2 Nov. 22, Dec. 24, 25, 31 *No classes after 2pm 26 Children & Family Sign up for classes, RSVP for events, and learn more at MayersonJCC.org

SPORTS JCC Blue Jays SAY Soccer Wings - Fall League Ages 9 - 11 Let Me Run! Boys ages 9 - 11 will play for the JCC Blue Jays in the September 10 - October 25 Cincinnati SAY East Soccer Wings Division. Practices will Sundays; 1:30 - 2:45pm & Thursdays; 5:30 - 6:45pm be on Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30pm, and games will be on Let Me Run! is a nonprofit holistic health program for boys Sunday afternoons beginning in September. Skill clinics will in grades 4 - 6. Using running as a vehicle to inspire and be held on Tuesdays (Sept. 4, and Oct. 9, 16, and 23) from teach, this comprehensive curriculum breaks down 5:30 - 6:45pm. Specific game schedules will be available in destructive male stereotypes to support positive futures late August. No classes will be held on September 9, 11, for boys. Trained coaches guide teams of 6 - 14 boys 18, or 25, or October 2. through the program, designed to amplify confidence, August 28 - October 30 self-expression, and respect for others. The team will day time J Member public celebrate with a 5k at the end of the program. THURS 5:30 - 6:30pm $99 $129 Learn more and register at MayersonJCC.org JCC Blue Jays Boys Basketball Little Blue Jays T-Ball Boys will play for the JCC Blue Jays as part of the Ages 3 - 5 Cincinnati Premier Youth Basketball League (CPYBL). Batter Up! Pee Wee players will learn the FUNdamentals of Games will be on Sunday afternoons beginning in America’s favorite pastime. They’ll practice hitting the ball December. The season runs from November off the “T”, running bases, and more! through early March. November 1 - December 20: November 9 - March 1 day time J Member public age day time J Member public THURS 1 - 2pm $70 $82 6 - 8 TUES 4:30 - 5:30pm $99 $129 age day time J Member public Little Blue Jays Soccer 9 - 11 TUES 5:30 - 6:45pm $99 $129 Ages 4 - 7 In this fun introduction to the basics of soccer, your child will learn teamwork, build confidence, and develop character, all while having a ball! Fall Session 1: day time J Member public VOLUNTEER COACHES TUES 6 -7pm $50 $60 The Sports and Recreation Department is looking for Fall Session 2: coaches qualified to teach youth skills in specific sports day time J Member public such as soccer, baseball, t-ball, and basketball. Each TUES 6 -7pm $70 $82 coach will receive 25% off one child who participates in one of our youth sport programs. JCC Blue Jays SAY Soccer Passers - Fall League Contact us at [email protected] Ages 6 - 9 for more information! Play for the JCC Blue Jays in the Cincinnati SAY East Soccer Passers Division! Practices will be on Thursdays from 4:30 - 5:30pm, and games will be on Sunday afternoons beginning in September. Skill clinics will be held on Tuesdays (Sept. 4, and Oct. 9, 16, and 23) from 4:30 - 5:30pm. Specific game schedules will be available in late August. No classes will be held on September 9, 11, 18, or LOOKING FOR ADAPTED 25, or October 2. KIDS CLASSES? August 28 - October 30 day time J Member public Check out our Inclusion section on page 13! THURS 4:30 - 5:30pm $99 $129 EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL

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EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Our school, for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, offers an innovative, developmental curriculum that encourages curiosity, imagination, and self-esteem, and introduces important kindergarten readiness skills. Weekly enrichment includes music, fitness, and intergenerational activities. Preschoolers enjoy year- round swimming, swim lessons, and yoga. We celebrate the Jewish holidays, including Shabbat, with songs, stories, art, special foods, and traditions. The JCC Early Childhood School is open to the public.

Early Childhood School Fall Fling September 4, 5:30pm Kick off the new school year and enjoy dinner and fun on the Early Childhood School playground as we welcome fall! Parents, grandparents and and caregivers invited - join us rain or shine!

Breakfast in the Sukkah September 27, 8am HONORING Enjoy a delicious breakfast in the Early Childhood JANE & SENATOR ROB PORTMAN School sukkah, decorated in the children’s own unique style! A sukkah is a temporary structure FEATURING GUEST SPEAKER built for Sukkot, the fall harvest festival. Parents, RUSSELL F. ROBINSON grandparents, and special family friends are welcome. Jewish National Fund Chief Executive Officer Sunday, September 16, 2018 Hanukkah Celebration 6:00–9:00 pm December 6, 5:30 - 6:30pm It’s time for Hanukkah! Families are invited to Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza join their Early Childhood School children in the RSVP by August 31 Amberley Room for a Hanukkah craft, songs, at jnf.org/ohvalleytol menorah lighting, a free latke snack, and a special visit and photos with Dreidelman! CO-CHAIRS Barbara Gould & Rhonda Sheakley

SPECIAL EVENT CHAIRS Nina & Edward Paul Fall Session 1: August 26 - October 27 MORE INFORMATION Fall Session 2: October 28 - December 22 Eric Goldstein, Executive Director, Ohio Valley [email protected] or 513.794.1300 In observance of Jewish & federal holidays, there will be no classes or programs held: Sept. 9*, 10, 11, 18*, 19, 24, 25 Oct. 1, 2 Nov. 22, Dec. 24, 25, 31 *No classes after 2pm PJ Library and PJ Our Way family programs are offered at the J and other local venues to children up to 11 years old with at least one Jewish parent. In partnership with the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, and thanks to generous funding from Anne Heldman, the Fisher family (founding sponsor), and the Harold Grinspoon Foundation.

PJ Library Second Annual Farm Day At Gorman Heritage Farm September 16, 3 - 5pm J Member: $5; public: $7 - kids under 3 are FREE Join us for a fun afternoon as we learn about flowers, bees, and farm animals, as well as the history of Gorman Heritage Farm and how it is run today. PJ Library Turns 10! October 4, 9am - 3pm Come join PJ Library at the PJ Library Patch! Together, we’ll celebrate PJ Library’s double-digit birthday with delicious cupcakes, a free PJ Library book, and fun PJ Library Lego Dreidel birthday celebrations! Hanukkah Celebration PJ Library Explores the December 5, 5 - 7pm J Member: $10; public: $12 Cincinnati Museum Center Join us for the 4th annual PJ Library Hanukkah October 14, 3 - 5pm Celebration! This time we will build dreidels out of FREE with RSVP - parking is not included Legos! Dinner will be included. Come explore the new Children’s Museum at the This event is sponsored by Jessica and Micah Max. Cincinnati Museum Center with PJ Library as we have fun with all the amazing programs, displays, and CELEBRATE HANUKKAH exhibits the museum has to offer! WITH THE J! SEE MORE HANUKKAH PROGRAMS ON PG 19

Visit the PJ Library Patch at the JCC! Located in the Program Hallway, this fun and engaging play space is for children ages 4 and under and their caregivers. Open during the J’s business hours.

Give the gift of free, high-quality Jewish books, music, and events to children up to 11 years and with at least one Jewish parent. LEARN MORE & SIGN UP: MAYERSONJCC.ORG/PJ-LIBRARY J Member:$60/day; public:$70/day Full day, includingbefore andafter care: Drop offasearly as7am:$6;pickup by 6pm: $8 Optional extended hours: T -F day 2-4 December 26-28;January Winter Break Camp WED day November 21 Thanksgiving Break Camp MON day November 12 Veterans Day Camp lunch,andtowel! swimsuit, sports, artsandcrafts,more!Don’t forgettopacka not insession.Bringthekidsforafundayofswimming, Camps andSnowDaywhenmany areaschoolsare theJisin!WeWhen schoolisout, offerSchoolBreak Grades K-6 CAMPS SCHOOL BREAK for more information MayersonJCC.org Visit Registration fast! up fill Spots Transportation isavailablefrommany neighboringschools. towel,andclothesforoutdoorplay.Pack aswimsuit, part-time (3days/weekor2days/week)options. session. We offerbothfull-time(5days/week)and After Crewisheldfrom2:30-6pmwhenschoolin and eatahealthy snack. friends. Eachday, childrenhavetimetodohomework dance, specialvisitsfromlocalexperts,andfunwith afternoons, featuringswimmingandsports,art long afterthelastbellrings.Kidsenjoyfun-filled After CrewattheJkeeps childrenactiveandengaged Grades K-6 SCHOOLAFTER PROGRAM 9:30am-3:30pm$48/day time 9:30am-3:30pm$48/day time 9:30am-3:30pm$48/day time JMember JMember JMember open now. open $58/day public $58/day public $58/day public Give yourchildindependence,confidence volunteers. Getgrantsofupto$2,800 and experiencesthatwillshapethem to becometomorrow’s leadersand total for overnight Jewishcamp. total forovernight Apply and learn more: Apply andlearn cincyjourneys.org Cincy INVESTING INOURFUTURE J ourne spark imagination ys

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For Jewish Teens, Programs for grades 5 - 8 grades 8 - 12 This teen-led youth organization empowers Teen Connect is a Mayerson JCC program designed members to make leadership decisions and prepares them just for kids in grades 5 - 8! This fun group offers lots for active community roles after high school. BBYO has a of exciting programs and leadership opportunities for solid tradition, having been around for more than 90 years! kids heading into their teen years. Teen Connect runs With a balance of social events and meaningful Jewish throughout the school year - be on the lookout for experiences, this group helps teens flourish. upcoming programs beginning in the fall! Do you have a rising 8th grader and/or high schooler? Teen Connect Goes to Kings Island! Sign up for BBYO today! As of July 1, all Jewish rising September 16, 1 - 5pm 8th graders are eligible to become a member of BBYO. J Member: $10; public: $15 You’ll be a part of a fun and unique Jewish youth group Venture out to Kings Island for an afternoon of fun! that enjoys activities with teens from the tri-state area Transportation and park entry will be included, but be including sports, competitions, cooking, community sure to bring money for snacks. service, Shabbat, and more. For more information, please reach out to Teen Connect Night Out at Scene 75! [email protected] November 10, 6:30 - 9:15pm J Member: $15; public: $18 BBYO Fall Kickoff: TopGolf! Join in the fun and games as Teen Connect spends August 26, 1 - 5pm the evening at Scene 75. We will have our own private Cost: $10 without transportation; $15 with transportation party room, pizza dinner, unlimited soda, arcade games, special attractions, and much more! Join BBYO as we kick off the new year at TopGolf! There will be food, games, and a whole lot of fun. Don’t miss out Teen Connect Cheers to Art! on this awesome event! Food, party room, and TopGolf December 16, 3:30 - 6pm games are included. J Member: $10; public: $15 This event is funded by a Venture Award from the Find your creative side and join Teen Connect as we Cincinnati Jewish Teen Collective travel to Cheers to Art. Transportation and the cost of creating your own art piece is included! In observance ofJewish &federal holidays, other Jewishteensfromnearbycities. throughout theyearwithgreatopportunitiestomeet Teen membersplanexciting andinnovativeprograms contact [email protected] Tuesday evenings at7pmvarious locations; Ner Tamid Chapter Meetings BBYO: Mishpochaand Learn more atMayersonJCC.org BBYO order. Dinnerwillbeincluded. evening thatisbeingheldacrosstheentireinternational BBYO teensandparentsareinvitedforapleasantShabbat Cost: $5perperson December 14,6:30-9pm BBYO GlobalShabbat Stick”awardedasthe grandprize. coveted “Spirit Chapters willfaceoffinanOlympic-style contestwiththe competition andcamaraderietoshowprideintheircities. the opportunitytocometogetherforaweekend of Cincinnati, Columbus,Dayton,Indianapolis,andLouisville BBYO SpiritConventiongivesJewishteensfrom At CampCampbellGard October 19,5pm-October 21,12pm Current BBYO membersonly BBYO SpiritConvention through BBYO. Snacksandrefreshmentswillbeprovided! about theawesomeopportunitiesyourteenwillhave ofwhatatypicalBBYOoverview yearlookslike andlearn are allabout?JoinusforBBYO Getan Parent InfoNight. Does yourteenwanttojoinBBYO? Want toknowwhatwe August 28,7pm BBYO Parent Info Night there will be no classes orprogramsthere willbenoclasses held: Nov. 24,25,31 22,Dec. Fall Session 2:October28-December 22 Fall Session 1:August26-October27 Sept. 9*,Sept. 10,11,18*, 1,2 19,24,25 Oct. *No classes after2pm andtakethenextsteptomakeithappen. Jewish teens—explore yourheritage, consider yourfuture, traveltoIsrael, travel toIsraelinhighschool. Get agrantofupto$6,500 Apply and learn more: Apply andlearn cincyjourneys.org Cincy INVESTING INOURFUTURE J ourne DIscover CHANGE ys

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These events and more were funded by VENTURE AWARDS from the CINCINNATI JEWISH TEEN COLLECTIVE:

FC CINCINNATI JEWISH TEENS This spring, local Jewish teens spent some time getting to know one of Cincinnati’s newest superstars, FC Cincinnati Captain Dekel Keinan. The Israeli captain led students through a soccer practice session NFTY SPRING KALLAH and joined them for an engaging dinner and discussion about his The Wise Organization Of Temple experiences playing soccer in Israel Youth (WOOTY) hosted the 5778 and his transition to the United NFTY Ohio Valley (OV) Spring States. Participants also went A DIVERSE Kallah in Cincinnati. A staple together to cheer on Keinan and COMMUNITY: component of the weekend-long the FC Cincinnati club as they took “I chose to do an interfaith event is Prom, an informal dance on rival FC Louisville. community service project at that typically occurs on the host the Giving Fields, which is run temple’s property. WOOTY used by the Freestore Foodbank. I a Venture Award to expand the partnered with the youth group event with a beautiful venue at the Islamic Center of Greater (Maple Ridge Lodge), a DJ, dessert Cincinnati. We gardened for two machines, gigantic board games, hours and had a great time! The and a bounce castle. The evening produce collected at the end concluded with the installation of of the season will go to food- OV’s Regional Board and a senior insecure families in Kentucky.” circle -- leaving NFTYites with a truly memorable night. - Renee Blachman

GET INVOLVED & APPLY AT CINCYJEWISHTEENS.COM In observance ofJewish &federal holidays, opportunities forparentsandvolunteercoaches. where andwhenthegameswillbeheld,detailsabout for Summer2019.Learnaboutsportsthatwillbeoffered, up torepresentCincinnatiinthisinternationalprogram teenagers intheworld.Findouthowyourteencansign the second-largestorganized sportsprogramforJewish competition heldeachsummerinNorthAmericaand is The JCC Maccabi Games 15,7pm January Information Meeting JCC Maccabi Games 2019 have notalreadyusedtheirhighschool Israel travel grant. based andareofferedtoCincinnatiJewishhighschool seniorswho arenotneed Jewish Federation Journeygrants ofCincinnati.Cincy the Holocaust &Humanity Center. areadministeredby Grants the Cincinnati, andorganized by theMayersonJCC, inpartnershipwith This tripisgenerously fundedby TheJewishFoundation of Contact [email protected] to learnmore. celebrate Yom HaAtzmaut(IsraelIndependenceDay). Yomto observe HaZikaron(IsraelMemorialDay)and complex builtduringWorld War II.ThentraveltoIsrael Auschwitz toBirkenau, thelargestconcentrationcamp Memorial Day)inPoland, whereyouwillmarchfrom Yommoving experience.Observe HaShoah(Holocaust join Jewishteensfromallovertheworldforaprofoundly Come learnaboutMarchoftheLiving,anopportunityto 2019 Trip Dates: April28-May 12,2019 October 24,7pm;anin-homepresentation October 17,7pm;anin-homepresentation October 10,7pmattheMayersonJCC For highschool seniorswithatleast oneJewishparent March oftheLiving Information Sessions FREE withRSVP atMayersonJCC.org bringyourowncomputer.necessary; how tocodewithanexperiencedcoder. Noexperience Girls WhoCode,anationalorganizationthatteachesgirls our parttoclosethegendergapintechfield!Join Let’sdo yet thereremainfewwomenintheindustry. Tech jobsareamongthefastestgrowingincountry, Thursdays, 6-8pm For girlsages13-17 Girls WhoCode Club there will be no classes orprogramsthere willbenoclasses held: Nov. 24, 25,31 22, Dec. Fall Session 2:October28-December 22 Fall Session 1:August26-October27 Sept. 9*,Sept. 10,11,18*, 1,2 19,24,25 Oct. ® areanOlympic-style sporting *No classes after 2pm Take thenextsteptomakeithappen: travel toIsraelafterhighschool. design yourownpersonaljourney. Get agrantofupto$5,000 Apply and learn more: Apply andlearn cincyjourneys.org Cincy INVESTING INOURFUTURE J ourne DRIVE EXPERIENCE ys

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Cider Under the Sukkah Hanukkah Cooking Class Ages 21+ At Findlay Kitchen October 4, 6pm November 4, 10:30am - 1:30pm Enjoy an evening in the community sukkah as we learn J Member: $40; public: $45 about different ciders. We will celebrate sukkot and Venture down to Findlay Kitchen for our second cooking admire our community art work, Under One Roof. Light extravaganza. This time, we will put a modern spin on nosh will be provided, as well as drinks and music. some old Hanukkah culinary classics. Learn from one of FREE with RSVP at MayersonJCC.org Findlay Kitchen’s talented chefs, then use your skills to teach Bubbe some new delicious dishes! The Great Human Race 5K - 20s & 30s Team October 7; day of registration begins at 8:30am at the J, race begins at 10am VOLUNTEER COACHES Cost: $35 The Sports and Recreation Department is looking Team up with other 20s and 30s as we run for a for coaches qualified to teach youth skills in specific cause! We will be participating in the Great Human sports such as soccer, baseball, t-ball, and basketball. Race 5K, benefiting the Mayerson JCC and the Holocaust Each coach will receive 25% off one child who participates in one of our youth sport programs. and Humanity Center. Join us as we come together to conquer the 3.1-mile course. Proceeds from the event Contact [email protected] will go to support both organizations, who celebrate for more information! diversity and inclusion. Adults

A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls October 16, 23, & 30; November 6, 13, 20, & 27; and December 4, 10:30am - 12:30pm Cost: $18 Many older adults experience concerns about falling, and restrict their activities accordingly. But you don’t have to restrict your life as well! A Matter of Balance is an award- winning program designed to teach you how to manage falls and increase your level of activity. Two-hour classes will be held once a week for eight weeks. RSVP required; call 513.761.7500 ext. 1218.

THE JEWISH HOSPITAL - MERCY HEALTH SPEAKER SERIES In partnership with The Jewish Hospital - Mercy Health. Join us for relaxed evenings of appetizers, wine, and valuable medical information. FREE with RSVP at MayersonJCC.org

Women’s Health October 10, 5:30pm Age is not a barrier to a fulfilling sex life. However, biological changes in women over 40 can impact desire and satisfaction. Dr. Preeti Ghatora, MD will discuss issues in sexual health in women over 40, as well as treatment options for urinary incontinence, which commonly affects this age group.

No Pressure: Understanding and Managing Hypertension November 6, 5:30pm Managing blood pressure, especially as we age, is key to maintaining good health and quality of life. Join The Jewish Hospital — Mercy Health and Mayerson JCC to learn about hypertension and high blood pressure, and steps you can take to keep your blood pressure at healthy levels. Dr. Scott Kotzin, DO, will lead an interactive discussion about common causes of hypertension, and various treatment options. 36 60 & Better Sign upSign for classes, up for classes RSVP for & RSVP events, for and Day learn Trips more at 513.761.7500 at MayersonJCC.org ext. 1218

Our award-winning Senior Center offers many wellness, learning, technology, arts classes, day trips, and helpful services. Eligible adults 60 & Better may also receive discounted meals, hot kosher luncheons, transportation services, Meals on Wheels, ShalomPhone telephone reassurance, on-site physical therapy, and much more.

EVENTS Walk To End Alzheimer’s October 6, 10am The JCC is participating in the Walk To End Alzheimer’s. Cincinnati Music Hall Outdoor Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, Architectural Tour the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is September 6, 9:30am - 2pm the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Cost: $17 for tour and transportation; lunch is on your own Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event Walking: Considerable amount calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease. If you would like to be a part of our Go Beyond the Bricks to hear stories and anecdotes about JCC team or to sponsor our team, please contact the the famous Cincinnati structure’s history. Explore the Senior Center at 513.761.7500. fabulous architecture, design, construction and learn about the people who helped make it happen. We will enjoy a DAY TRIPS 90-minute walking tour - rain or shine! Afterwards we will enjoy lunch at Taft’s Ale House in OTR. Belterra Casino RSVP required by August 27 August 30, 11am - 3:30pm Cost: $5 for transportation Walking: Moderate amount Fall Session 1: August 26 - October 27 Belterra Park is an entertainment destination on the Fall Session 2: October 28 - December 22 banks of the Ohio River, featuring live racing during the summer, video lottery games, and a great buffet. Don’t forget to bring a federal ID and your Belterra card if you In observance of Jewish & federal holidays, have one. If you do not have a Belterra card, we will get there will be no classes or programs held: you one when you arrive. Sept. 9*, 10, 11, 18*, 19, 24, 25 Oct. 1, 2 RSVP required by August 20 Nov. 22, Dec. 24, 25, 31 *No classes after 2pm Fall Session 1: Aug. 26 - Oct. 27; Fall Session 2: Oct. 28 - Dec. 22 60 & Better 37

Travel to Ripley, Ohio for the Underground Railroad Landmarks Tour October 10, 9am - 5pm Cost: $20; lunch is on your own Walking: Considerable amount Join us as we travel to the National Historic Landmark and Underground Railroad Station, the Rev. John Rankin House and John P. Parker House. The Rankin House is located on Liberty Hill, which overlooks the Ohio River and Ripley, Dayton Art Institute Tour - Ohio. Two thousand escaped slaves traveled through Ripley, Yousuf Karsh: American Portraits climbing the 100 steps from Ripley to the house on the September 13, 10am - 4pm hill, where they stayed with the Rankins. John P. Parker, Cost: $25 for admission ticket, guided tour and a former slave, planned many rescue attempts of captive transportation; lunch is on your own slaves in the “borderlands” of Kentucky. We’ll learn together Walking: Considerable amount on a 2-hour tour of both homes and enjoy lunch at Rockin’ Robin’s Soda Shoppe. Come join us for a guided tour of the museum’s special exhibition, Yousuf Karsh: American Portraits. This exhibition RSVP required by October 1 features 48 black-and-white photographs from the National Portrait Gallery’s collection. Featured portraits include Horse Racing at Keeneland Park writer Ernest Hemingway; artists Georgia O’Keeffe and in Lexington, KY Andy Warhol; actors Ingrid Bergman and Humphrey Bogart; October 24, 9am - 5:30pm athletes Muhammad Ali and Jackie Robinson; business Cost: $20 includes transportation and grandstand seating; leaders Elizabeth Arden and Warren Buffett; architects food and races are on your own Frank Lloyd Wright and I. M. Pei; first ladies Jacqueline Walking: Moderate amount Kennedy Onassis and Eleanor Roosevelt; and entertainment Located in the Horse Capital of the World, Keeneland is an giants Walt Disney and Jim Henson. This exhibition is internationally renowned racecourse and the Thoroughbred organized by the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, industry’s leading auction house. Enjoy a day in the Washington, D.C. On the way, we’ll stop for a fun lunch at Grandstand reserved seating area with seatbacks and BJ’s Brewhouse at Austin Landing. armrests under cover. Tasty concessions are available for RSVP required by September 4 drinks, snacks, and lunches. We will arrive at 11am and stay until 3:30pm. Please note: No food or drinks can be brought Tour Historic Walnut Hills and into the horse park. Chestnut Street Cemeteries RSVP required by August 29 October 3, 9:30am - 2pm Cost: $7 for tour and transportation; lunch is on your own Walking: Considerable amount David Harris, Executive Director of Jewish Cemeteries of Greater Cincinnati, will be our tour guide through the Walnut Hills and Chestnut Street Cemeteries. The Walnut Hills cemetery opened in 1850; shortly after, United Jewish Cemeteries was founded in 1854 by Rockdale Temple and Wise Temple to oversee and care for the cemetery. UJC grew to oversee and maintain all of Cincinnati’s Reform Findlay Market Shopping and Lunch Out Jewish cemeteries. The 10.5-acre cemetery contains the October 31, 10am - 2pm remains of many notable people from Cincinnati’s Jewish Cost: $5 includes transportation; lunch is on your own history. The Chestnut Street Cemetery, located in the Betts Walking: Considerable amount Longworth Historic District in the West End, is the oldest Jewish cemetery west of the Alleghenies. We will eat Shop with us at historic Findlay Market in OTR. Explore the lunch downtown at Izzy’s. vendors and shops, and try lunch nearby at favorites like Pho Lang Thang or Taste of Belgium. RSVP required by September 24 RSVP required by October 22 38 Sign upSign for classes, up for classes RSVP for & RSVP events, for and Day learn Trips more at 513.761.7500 at MayersonJCC.org ext. 1218

Tour Cincinnati’s Standard Textiles Antiquing Trip to Downtown Lebanon, Ohio World Headquarters November 14, 10am - 3pm November 7, 9:30am - 2pm Cost: $5 includes transportation; lunch is on your own Cost: $5 includes transportation; lunch is on your own Walking: Considerable amount Walking: Considerable amount Do you like to antique? Let’s enjoy a day out in historic Learn about the Heritage of Standard Textiles World downtown Lebanon, Ohio. Downtown Lebanon is home to Headquarters right here in Cincinnati. In 1940, Charles many wonderful antique shops and boutiques. We will enjoy Heiman passed through Ellis Island to create a better a lunch at the Historic Golden Lamb Inn. life for his family. With a Singer sewing machine in RSVP required by November 5 the family’s third-floor apartment, Charles started what is today a global vertically integrated textile Out to Breakfast at Hathaway’s Diner manufacturing and distribution operation. We’ll see November 21, 9am - 11:30pm examples of innovative colorful textile designs! After Cost: $5 includes transportation; breakfast is on your own our tour, we’ll enjoy lunch at Lucy’s Deli. Walking: Low amount RSVP required by October 29 Come join us for a relaxed breakfast at one of Cincinnati’s oldest diners located in the Carew Tower downtown. Enjoy a fun start to your day friends new and old. RSVP required by November 12

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Experience Glassblowing at Neusole Glassworks December 12, 11am - 4:30pm Cost: $15 includes transportation and glass-blowing demonstration - lunch and keepsake glass flower are on your own Walking: Low amount Join the fun with a fascinating studio tour and watch glassblowing demonstration at this non-profit organization. You can even make a small glass flower of your own for an extra $15, or shop at the gift shop. We will enjoy lunch out before the studio tour. RSVP and waiver required by December 3

Let’s Shop the Outlet Mall in Monroe, Ohio November 28, 9am - 3pm Cost: $5 includes transportation; lunch is on your own Walking: Considerable amount Do you like to shop? Join us to visit some great outlet shopping just north of Cincinnati. Save 25% to 65% every day on designer and name brands including Coach, Gap Outlet, Nike, and Polo Ralph Lauren. We’ll get lunch at Culver’s Butter Burgers. RSVP required by November 19

Tour Historic Plum Street Temple December 6, 9:30am - 2pm Cost: $5 includes transportation; lunch is on your own Walking: Moderate amount Join us for a wonderful hour-long tour of the Plum Street Temple located in downtown Cincinnati. The Isaac M. Out to Lunch at Ruth’s Parkside Café Wise Temple (formerly the Plum Street Temple) was in Northside erected in 1865 for Rabbi Isaac Mayer Wise, the founder of December 19, 11am - 2pm American Reform Judaism, and his congregation in Cost: $5 includes transportation - lunch is on your own Cincinnati. The building was designed by prominent Walking: Low amount Cincinnati architect James Keys Wilson. After our tour, Enjoy a wonderful healthy lunch and great we’ll have lunch together at Nada. conversation at this popular Northside spot. RSVP required by November 26 Vegetarian options are available. RSVP required by December 10

ADVERTISE WITH US! Fall Session 1: August 26 - October 27 Be seen by over 15,000 homes Fall Session 2: October 28 - December 22 in Amberley Village and its In observance of Jewish & federal holidays, neighboring communities! there will be no classes or programs held: MayersonJCC.org/advertising Sept. 9*, 10, 11, 18*, 19, 24, 25 Oct. 1, 2 Nov. 22, Dec. 24, 25, 31 *No classes after 2pm 60 & Better Sign up for classes & RSVP for Day Trips at 513.761.7500 ext. 1218

Fit for Life Lecture Series Instructor: Judith Ulm Whether you’re fascinated by the Cincinnati history, want This class features exercises that focus on strength & cardio driving safety tips, or need nutrition know-how, these lectures cross-training, as well as balance & range of motion. led by local experts deliver timely and relevant knowledge. day time J Member & ASK Member day time J Member & ASK Member MON 9:30 - 10:30am FREE TUES 10:30 - 11:30am FREE WED 9:30 - 10:30am FREE FRI 9:30 - 10:30am FREE Rummikub Facilitated by Sue Busemeyer Torah Treasures Instructor: Rabbi Yitzchok Preis Come play with us! Rummikub is a tile-based game that is a combination of rummy and mahjong. It’s easy to learn and Study the Torah portion of the day. we are happy to teach any potential players! day time J Member & ASK Member day time J Member & ASK Member MON 10:30 - 11:30am FREE TUES 12 - 3pm FREE

Active Minds Too Active Minds Instructor: Bernice Pollack Instructor: Bernice Pollack This stimulating discussion group focuses on how to This stimulating discussion group focuses on how to remain active as you age. We’ve had such a great remain active as you age. response to our Tuesday group, we’ve added this second group for Mondays! day time J Member & ASK Member TUES 1 - 2:30pm FREE day time J Member & ASK Member MON 10:30 - 11:30am FREE Yoga for Seniors Instructor: Mary Seibert Short Stories and More Instructor: Miriam Karp, Writer, Artist and Teacher This class will help with your strength, flexibility, and balance through a variety of supported tri yoga flows. In this reading and discussion group, we will explore a Prerequisites: Participants should be able to move easily wide range of stories, poems, and essays from assorted from seated to standing positions. authors, both contemporary and classic, on a variety of topics: thought-provoking, touching, humorous, and more! day time J Member & ASK Member Come ready to explore, discuss, laugh, and even argue TUES & 1:30 - 2:30pm $3/class through new viewpoints. THURS Chess & Scrabble Club Beginning January 8. No outside reading necessary. day time J Member & ASK Member Come join in on a rousing game of chess or Scrabble. Don’t MON 1 - 2pm FREE know how to play? Don’t worry, we’ll have friends to teach you. All ages are welcome to participate. Healthy Steps for Balance day time J Member & ASK Member Instructor: Marcy Kanter TUES & THURS 2 - 6pm FREE Healthy Step for Balance is a therapeutic program using movement, exercise, and music Wii Bowling to help you thrive! If you can’t make it to the real lanes, come have fun day time J Member & ASK Member with virtual bowling. You’ll get moderate exercise with a TUES 10:30 - 11:30am $5/class group of enthusiastic Wii bowlers. No experience? We’ll teach you the lanes! day time J Member & ASK Member WED 10:30 - 11:30am FREE Tai Chi Instructor: Ralph Dehner, Master Trainer This ongoing Tai Chi program helps with arthritis, balance, and memory. Learn an ancient Yang style short form. Beginners are always welcome. day time J Member & ASK Member WED 10:30 - 11:30am $3/class

Documentary Film Series day time J Member & ASK Member THURS 10am FREE

Multimedia Art Instructor: Rita Wasserman Do you enjoy creating art? Or, do you just want to get started? Bring your own projects and get helpful advice from Rita Wasserman, a retired art teacher and working artist. Bring any art medium you’d like. day time J Member & ASK Member THURS 10am - 12pm $3/class

Issues of the Day Instructor: Ann Pappalardo, MSW, LISW This dynamic discussion group reviews current news including national, world, and local events. day time J Member & ASK Member THURS 1 - 2:30pm FREE

Bridge/Mah Jongg Groups Whether you or a loved one is looking Bring your group for a Senior Meal Deal at the J Café then for a thought-provoking class, a ride to the enjoy an afternoon of Mahj or Bridge. grocery store or medical appointment, an day time J Member & ASK Member MON - Fri 1:30 - 6pm FREE encore career, or ways to live independently, AgeWell Cincinnati is your first stop. Think Tank Facilitator: Ann Pappalardo, MSW, LISW This lively discussion group examines a wide variety Contact us: of topics of interest. 513-766-3333 | agewellcincy.org day time J Member & ASK Member FRI 10:30 - 11:45am FREE Our providers

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60 & BETTER ALL AGES Transportation Financial Aid Our transportation services provide independence and The Mayerson JCC offers need-based financial access to many of the activities that contribute to a better assistance in an effort to make the JCC accessible to quality of life. Services include: everyone. Scholarships are offered for JCC membership, • Non-Emergency Medical Appointments programming, Camp at the J, our after school at the J, • To/From the JCC and the JCC Early Childhood School program. • Shopping and Pharmacy Trips Inclusion Social Worker The JCC provides programs that help accommodate Our social worker, Ann Pappalardo, MSW, LISW, helps people with disabilities. Schloss Special Needs and Services seniors adjust to the challenges of aging. strives to support and enrich the lives of individuals with special needs and their families. ShalomPhone This FREE outreach program provides socialization as well Many JCC classes and programs, including the JCC Early as regular safety checks by volunteer callers. We also offer Childhood School and Camp at the J, are accessible to emergency assurance devices at a discounted monthly rate. children with special needs. These programs are generously funded by Paul Heldman Dining and Deborah Kirshner. Made possible by The Milton There are many delicious and affordable dining and Frances Schloss Special Needs and Services Fund options at the JCC. Choose any combination of for Children and Adults. up to two meals per day: • Super Senior Meal Deal at the J Cafe • Hot Kosher Lunch, Monday - Friday at noon • ToGo Meals

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