WINTER 2015 LJCC Performing Arts Department Presents

Recommended for ages 8 and up 8 Performances December 6 @ 2pm & 7pm December 7 @ 2pm & 7pm December 13 @ 2pm & 7pm December 14 @ 2pm & 7pm charlottejcc.org/intothewoods

Refer to page 18 for the Into The Woods Scavenger hunt beginning on December 1st!

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Questions? Contact Mark DiDonato: 704-944-6738 • [email protected] member-only discounts! Levine JCC invites you to enjoy the following “perks.” Simply present your LJCC Member Scan Card to participate! our mission food & beverage* * Restaurant bills do NOT include tax or tip. Enriching Lives and American Roadside Burgers (Uptown, Southpark) ...... 10% off Brio Tuscan Grille (Piedmont Town Center) ...... $10 off order of $50+ Building Relationships Café Monte (Phillips Place) ...... A free dessert for the table through Quality Jewish Cantina 1511 (Stonecrest, Park Rd)...... $10% off +$20 gift card per $100 catering (thru 2014) Kabab-Je Rotisserie & Grille (Matthews)...... 10% off (up to party of 6) Experiences Katz Deli (Providence Rd/Hwy 51) ...... 10% off Organic Creation (organiccreation.com) ...... 10% off catering; or 30% off 1 week personal chef services (w/1 month commitment) The Sandra and Pinkberry Frozen Yogurt (Phillips Place) ...... 20% off Souper Salad (Matthews) ...... 10% off Leon Levine Jewish TCBY (Blakeney, Colony, Myers Park, Wesley Chapel, Birkdale) ...... 10% off The Secret Chocolatier (thesecretchocolatier.com) ...... 10% off Community Center Vintner Wine Market (Arboretum) ...... 10% off bottles; case discounts is the heart of Charlotte’s warm and retail welcoming Jewish community. We offer programs for everyone, at every ActivewearUSA.com (coupon code: JPERKS) ...... 10% off order of $60+ stage of life - children and families, Art Aspects (Sharon Amity/Providence) ...... 15% off custom framing Audibel Hearing (Carmel Village; 980-819-9966) ...... 50% off MSRP teens, young adults, active adults Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More (Toringdon; bigfrog.com/scharlotte) ...... 10% off all products and retirees. Our engaging BJ’s Warehouse Club (contact Ben Newkirk 704-458-7794) ... 10% off Membership, + 3 free months programs are terrific, and they Charlotte Running Co. (Dilworth & Promenade) ...... 15% off apparel; 10% off footwear are a gateway into the wonderful Dick’s Sporting Goods (Charlotte locations) ...... charlottejcc.org/jperks (exclusive weekly coupons) Inner Peaks (Monroe Rd, Charlotte) ...... Free climbing shoe rental community that exists here. All are Miracle Ear (1-888-606-4722 for locations) ...... 20% off hearing aid solutions, repairs & batteries welcome to participate! We hope Omega Sports (Arboretum) ...... 10% off (excludes sale items) you will join us to learn about Jewish Savvy Seconds (Providence Rd; savvysecondsconsigned.com) ...... 10% off culture, enjoy social activities – and Toys & Co. (Sharon Amity Rd) ...... 10% off Queen City Tennis Shop (Stonecrest; qctennisshop.com) ...... 10% off (excludes sale items) become a part of the J! services Refer a Friend... BJ Doerner, Williams Realty (704-494-1850) ...... 25% off commission towards closing costs Tell your friends how much you love the J! Handyman Services (704-944-1357; valueremodelers.com) ...... 10% off handyman services Call Membership @ 704-944-6741 Camp Bow Wow (Woodlawn; campbowwow.com) ..10% off services; 5% off products; 1-day free trial Errands123.com (errands123.com) ...... 10% discount Greenmodeling (greenmodeling.com) ...... 10% discount on home energy audit Mann Travels (manntravels.com) ...... $100 off select vacations Mo2 Salon (Arboretum) ...... 10% off first-time cut; 20% off first-time color New South Remodelers (704-532-2621; newsouthremodelers.com) ...... 15% off James Hardie siding or Marvin window installation (or 0% financing up to 5 yrs) Pediatric Hair Solutions (704-909-9414; pediatrichairsolutions.com) ...... 10% off When they Suzanne Savod, Bank of America (mortgage.bankofamerica.com/suzanneesavod) ...... Savings on sign up for new closing costs for qualifying home purchase/refinance membership, Rivlin Firestone Group, Merrill Lynch (704-341-5131; fa.ml.com/rivlin_firestone) ...... Complimentary Financial & College/529 Planning you will receive Tull Mortgage, LLC ([email protected]) Closing costs discount; no upfront application fee $50 off your next Varji & Varji Salon (Southpark) ...... 10% off services programming purchase! Membership has its perks! charlottejcc.org/membership

32 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Levine JCC Business and Holiday Hours & Important Numbers

Facility Holiday Hours Monday–Thursday . . . . 5:30am–9:30pm Thursday, November 27 – Thanksgiving ...... 8:00am–1:00pm . Friday ...... 5:30am–5:00pm Friday, November 28 – Day After Thanksgiving ...... 5:30am–5:00pm. . Saturday ...... 12:00pm–7:00pm Wednesday, December 24 – Christmas Eve ...... 5:30am–6:00pm Sunday ...... 7:00am–7:00pm Thursday, December 25 – Christmas ...... 7:00am–6:00pm . . Wednesday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve ...... 5:30am–5:00pm. . Membership Office Thursday, January 1, 2015 – New Year’s Day ...... 10:00am–6:00pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00am–5:00pm Tuesday, Thursday . . . . 9:00am–7:00pm Sunday ...... 10:00am–4:00pm

Philip Berman, Chief Executive Officer ...... 704-944-6724 Karen D. Maniloff, Associate Executive Director ...... 704-944-6801 Anna Gunsher, Division Director, Family Life Services ...... 704-944-6729 Jen Lahn, Division Director, Sports & Fitness ...... 704-944-6844 Customer Service Desk ...... 704-366-5007 J Childcare ...... 704-944-6726 Membership ...... 704-944-6741 Silverman Fitness Center ...... 704-944-6798 Accounting ...... 704-944-6703 Aquatics ...... 704-944-6797 Personal Training ...... 704-944-6874 Tennis ...... 704-944-6748

For full staff listing and department directory, go to www.charlottejcc.org

Levine JCC Transfer Policy LJCC Board of Directors 2015 LJCC Refund & Guest Policy

President Scott Gorelick Program Registration Begins* · Age Members: November 10 | Non-Members: November 17** determined Elise Kosofsky Julia Greenfield Two Ways to Register: Call 704-366-5007 or by start Treasurer Raizel Kahn Penny Lipsitz visit our Customer Service Desk date of George Cronson class . Annie Lord Registration Payment Options Vice Presidents Staci Mond Cash, check, Visa©, MasterCard© and Discover© · Except for Michael Baumstein Mark Perlin Parent & Glenda Bernhardt Program Refund Policy Andrew Rosen • Cancelled by the LJCC before the start of the first Child classes, David Cohen Larry Schwartz* class – 100% children must be fully potty trained to Jon Simon Rebecca Stern • Registrant withdraws prior to the start of the first participate . Board Members Jeff Turk class – 10% administrative fee · Complimentary child transfers available John Box Robert Valenstein • Registrant withdraws after 1st class - same as above from CJP for 1:15pm classes offered at Jonathan Brackis David Van Glish* plus prorated refund • Registrant withdraws after second class – no refund the LJCC . All transfers needed for classes Jeremy Davids * Past Presidents * Programs are subject to minimum and maximum from CJDS between 3:30–4pm will incur Stuart Goldstein enrollment. a $25 per session fee . Any private lesson **An annual administrative fee is applicable to all transfers are to be arranged and non-member participation in programs or services. coordinated through the instructor . Kashrut Policy at the J The fee is $20 for an individual and $35 for a family. Transfer forms are available at the LJCC Levine JCC Guest Policy & Fees Kashrut is the Jewish dietary laws . They Non-Members are welcome to use the Levine JCC Customer Service Desk or at represent both the rationale and the laws facilities as our guest. The same individual guest www .charlottejcc .org regarding what traditional Jews are and are may use the center a maximum of three (3) times a · Fill out one form per family if you have not permitted to eat . The LJCC is a kosher year. Adults (including teens age 13+) may bring in not already done so for the school year . facility and abides by the traditional laws of two guests at a time. Members must remain on the Kashrut . This provides an environment that premises while their guests are here. All guests of · When you register, you must contact us can be supported by the broad spectrum of Benefactor/Silver Members are free. to let us know that you want a transfer, Jewish lifestyles in our community and 6 and under Free and we’ll track your request electroni- is comfortable for all participants . Ages 7 - 17 $5 cally . It is the parent’s responsibility to Members and guests are asked to respect Ages 18 & Older $10 keep contact info up-to-date . the dietary laws of Kashrut and be observant Entire Family $20 when attending or planning meetings and Guests that become members within 30 days can programs . apply their guest pass fees toward membership.

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Preschool Sports Club Zumba Kids Jr. Sports 3–5 year olds 4–5 year olds Introduces basic sports skills through Come join the dance party! Preschoolers Stephanie Garner relays, stations, and sport activities that will have a blast dancing to different Sports Director will enhance motor skills . sounds from around the world . They 704-944-6743 A) Tuesdays, 1:15–2pm will explore new cultures and rhythms stephanie.garner January 6 – February 24 (8 weeks) through games and movements . @charlottejcc.org B) Wednesdays, 1:15–2pm Fridays, 1:15–2pm January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) January 9 – February 27 (8 weeks) Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium Swimmer Family Aerobics Studio Coach Taylor, Daddy & Me M/$112 B/Free NM/$144 M/$112 B/$67 NM/$144 2–4 year olds (Parent participation required) Taylor Stern 704-944-6867 Jessica Weill, Certified Zumba Kids Instructor You and your child will enjoy a variety of [email protected] fun, engaging sport activities . Don’t miss out! Come join the fun . Stepping Stones Soccer Sundays, 11–11:45am 3–5 year olds Tennis January 4 – February 22 (8 weeks) Introduction to soccer . Learn basic Greg O’Connor Howard R. Levine Gymnasium soccer skills . Fun, non-competitive class . Tennis Director Get ready for the Micro-soccer league . M/$112 B/Free NM/$144 704-944-6748 Taylor Stern 704-944-6867 Thursdays, 1:15–2pm gregory.oconnor [email protected] January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium @charlottejcc.org Gym-Bees M/$112 B/Free NM/$144

3–5 year olds Taylor Stern 704-944-6867 Preschool Tennis Junior Levine JCC [email protected] CRUSH Children learn gymnastics on specially 3–5 year olds Tennis Team designed preschool equipment, gain Emphasizes gross motor skills, confidence and learn in a playful, Preschool Yoga basic tennis information, and fun on the stimulating environment . Develop 3–5 year olds courts . Held indoors during inclement tumbling skills, balance and upper/lower Introduces children to grounded yoga weather . Equipment provided . Must be body coordination . postures in a class designed specifically fully potty trained . Transfer forms Mondays, 1:15–2pm for preschoolers . Fun activities, games, (available at www . charlottejcc .org or January 5 – February 23 (6 weeks) breath and body awareness, music, story the Customer Service Desk) must be No Class 1/19 & 2/16 time and more! completed three days before start, if Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium Thursdays, 1:15–2pm applicable M/$84 B/$50 NM/$108 January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) A) Tuesdays, 1:15–2pm Instruction provided by Nicolette Spencer and Upstairs Dance Studio January 6 – February 25 (8 Weeks) LJCC staff M/$112 B/Free NM/$144 B) Wednesdays, 1:15–2pm Patty Torcellini 704-944-6836 January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) Preschool Basketball [email protected] C) Thursdays, 1:15–2pm 4–5 year olds January 8 – February 26 (8 Weeks) Introduces dribbling, passing, shooting Preschool Kicks for Kids M/$128 B/$96 NM/$152 and defense in non-competitive skill 3–5 year olds drills, games and actual play . Rooted in a traditional taekwondo Mondays, 1:15–2pm curriculum, this class teaches balance, Camp Mindy 2015 January 5 – February 23 (6 weeks) coordination, agility, core strength and No Class 1/19 & 2/16 reaction time . Kicks for Kidz also prides MEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium itself on developing discipline, respect, January 11, 2015 • 9-11am M/$84 B/Free NM/$108 self-control, teamwork and a positive Taylor Stern 704-944-6867 attitude . Students wear belts and earn Preschool [email protected] colored skill stripes . After students earn Thru Teens all 6 stripes, they graduate to a new belt and break a board! Uniforms are optional . Member Online REG: begins Mon, Jan. 12 Levine JCC Transfer Policy Uniform and belt fees are separate . See Non-member REG: begins Mon, Feb. 2 Please refer to page 1. instructors for details . Fridays, 1:15–2pm January 9 – February 27 (8 weeks) Upstairs Dance Studio M/$112 B/$67 NM/$144 Master Alyssa Watson Q? 704-944-6891 [email protected]

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 3 Levine JCC J Childcare Aquatics Ages 5+ Aquatic Complex Maxine Serrano Joshua Steinberger J Childcare Coordinator Aquatics Director 704-944-6726 704-944-6746 maxine.serrano joshua.steinberger @charlottejcc.org @charlottejcc.org

Indoor Pool Parties! Private Swim (available times upon request) PAGe 25 Open Party “Plus” - OPTION 1 90 minute party = 30 min Games, 30 min Free Swim, 30 min Food. Includes public use of the LJCC Aquatic Complex-Indoor Pool ONLY, NEW Note: Parent / (not reserved for party members), Guardian MUST lifeguard, & table/chair set up for J Childcare stay in the food.* now offers building / on 10 Kids: M/$135 NM/$150 property when transfers to & from 11-20 Kids: M/$195 NM/$210 child(ren) are in J-Tots. 8-9am J Childcare or NOTE: 20+ kids is considered a Private & 12-1pm Elementary Edge Pool Party and must require a scheduled date outside of opening pool hours. See Year Round Swim Team Option 3 (below); call with questions. Daily J Childcare (Ages 5-18) details Open Party - OPTION 2 on page 12 90 minutes open use of LJCC Aquatic 7 weeks to 7 years old Complex-Indoor Pool ONLY. Includes • Please call the front desk at the LJCC to table/chair set up for food.* make your reservations. 10 Kids: M/$40 NM/$60 • Please do NOT call the J Childcare Baby Naming 11-20 Kids: M/$60 NM/$75 direct line for reservations. Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Childcare reservations can be made one week in advance. Birthday party Private Party - OPTION 3 • 24 hour cancellation is appreciated. Retirement Party Reserve the pool! 90 minutes of • Drop-ins welcome and available based exclusive use of the LJCC Aquatic on room capacity – please call or come For pricing and more information, Complex-Indoor Pool ONLY. Private by to check availability. We have every please contact: intention of trying to accommodate parties are held after normal operat- all needs. ing pool hours. Includes table/chair Hours Gym, Field, Family Place Rentals set up for food.* Sports Parties Up to 20 Kids: M/$240 NM/$255 Mon–Fri 8am - 1pm Stephanie Garner Mon–Thu Evenings 4pm - 7:30pm Additional 10 kids , add $30 704-944-6743 Saturdays 12pm - 3pm * Outside food must Sundays 8:30am - 2pm Weinberg Center Rental abide by Kosher dietary laws. Reservations required. Jodie Iagnocco 704-944-6753 Fees Camp Mindy Cabin/Rec Hall/Pavilion 1 hour min • 3 hour max Rental Reserved $4.50/hour Siblings 50% discount (Members Only) Mark DiDonato Pre-pay Package Discounts for Members Only: 704-944-6738 10 hours/$38 • 30 hours/$90 Pool Parties Non-member $5.50 per child per hour Diana Barnes 704-944-6797 704-366-5007 Theme Parties at Camp Mindy Doreen Sparks charlottejcc.org 704-944-6728 Diana Barnes • 704-944-6797

4 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Swim Instruction for EVERYONE ...at the Levine JCC JAWS Swim School The progressions and skills taught in the LJCC JAWS Swim School have been designed while keeping the overall developmental needs and stages in mind. All lessons are implemented and taught by highly skilled and trained instructors. Our swim school classes are designed for swimmers age 3 and up. Swimmers progress through different levels learning water safety and proper stroke technique in all four competitive strokes. Group classes are between 2-5 students per coach (depending on level) and are 45 minutes in duration. Private lessons are also available. Please refer to charlottejcc.org for Swim School Policies and Procedures Early Childhood Lessons According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is the second leading cause of injury related death among children ages 1-4. The LJCC Jaws Swim School’s number one goal is to teach your child to swim, therefore increasing his/her chance of not becoming part of that statistic. Infant & Toddler Class Ages: 6 mo-2 yr olds (parent-assisted); swim diapers required. Details: Children are learning to get comfortable with their bodies in the water thru activities, songs and games. Sunday, 9–9:30am (9 classes) Full Season Only: Jan 4 – Mar 1 M/$123 B/$79 NM/$148 Preschool Lessons Ages: 3-5 yr olds (potty-trained); goggles and swim cap suggested. Details: Lessons are divided into 3 class groups with specific goals –beginner, intermediate and advanced. Select desired day/time of lesson (below); then our trained instructors will assign your child’s class level I ntr No based on his/her ability on the first day of class. od te: ucti All l on t evel o all s/cla (8 classes) st sse Mon & Wed Friday roke s inclu . el. s is d de wat games lev 1:15-2:00pm 1:15-2:00pm one p er safety skills & rity rogress ’s matu 2:30-3:15pm 2:30-3:15pm ively & adapt to child 3:30-4:15pm 3:30-4:15pm Session 1: Jan 5 – Feb 4 Full Season Only: (9 classes) No class 1/19 Jan 9 – Feb 27 Full Season: Jan 5 – Feb 25 Coach Diana Barnes (14 classes) No classes 1/19 & 2/16 Preschool Group Lesson Pricing Tue & Thu (10 classes) Sunday (9 classes) 8-Class Session: M/$104 B/$64 NM/$128 1:15-2:00pm 9:45–10:30am 9-Class Session: M/$123 B/$79 NM/$148 10-Class Session: M/$137 B/$88 NM/$165 2:30-3:15pm 10:45–11:30am 11:45am–12:30pm 14-Class Session: M/$182 B/$112 NM/$224 3:30-4:15pm 16-Class Session: M/$208 B/$128 NM/$256 Session 1: Jan 6 – Feb 5 Full Season Only: (10 classes) Jan 4 – Mar 1 Upon enrollment, each child will receive a swim bag to carry his/her Full Season: Jan 6 – Feb 26 swim gear. As a child completes the goals for each level, he/she will (16 classes) receive a ribbon of completion to attach to his/her bag. Diana Barnes, LJCC Aquatics Coordinator • 704-944-6797 • [email protected]

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 5 J STEPS Ballet/Tap Visual and Enjoy an active and fun introductory class that will expose your child to the dance Performing Arts styles of ballet and tap . Classic skills are integrated with creative movement . Susan Cherin Gundersheim Ongoing class runs once a week through Visual & Performing the end of May, with an optional recital in Arts Director June . Small class size for more personal 704-944-6778 instruction . Ballet and tap shoes required . susan.gundersheim Mondays 1:15–2pm 4-5 year olds @charlottejcc.org January 5 – May 25 (Ongoing class) No Class 1/19, 2/16 & 4/6 Art Explosion Thursdays, 1:15–2pm 3 year olds 4–5 year olds January 8 – May 28 (Ongoing class) Children will get their creative juices No Class 4/9 flowing by experimenting with many Swimmer Downstairs Aerobic Studio different mediums, such as clay, painting, Monthly draft payment. 30 days notice required drawing, collage, paper mache and for cancellation of monthly draft payment. sculpture . Young artists will have the M/$50 B/$30 NM/$60 opportunity to work within the structure Kayla Piscatelli laugh. learn. play. at the J! of projects with guided instruction, as well as the freedom to create their own J STEPS Funky Moves LJCC’s Parents’ artwork . 3–5 year olds Morning Out Program Tuesdays, 1:15–2pm Boys and girls will enjoy an active class in January 6 – February 24 (8 weeks) which they can groove along to fun music, Quality, caring teachers; LJCC Art Studio get down and even create their own dance low child/teacher ratios. M/$112 B/$ 68 NM/$122 steps . The class will expose children to Warm, safe, nurturing, Mary Couillard & Gwen Orland rhythm and hip hop style, integrated with J Childcare Jewish environment. creative movement . Ongoing class runs offers Broadway Kids! once a week through the end of May, with transfers Developmental play 4–5 year olds an optional recital in June . Small class to & from music, art & stories. This workshop gives young performers an size for more personal instruction . Dance J-Tots! Excellent transition opportunity to sing, dance and show off shoes/attire NOT required . 8-9am & 12-1pm at-home to preschool! their acting talents . Silly songs, stories Wednesdays, 1:15–2pm and musical instruments will also play a January 7 – May 27 (Ongoing class) One year old & walking part in our class . We will share a show- No Class 4/8 case performance on Thursday, February Swimmer Downstairs Aerobic Studio 9:15am–12:15pm 26 at 2pm for family and friends . Monthly draft payment: 30 days notice required Spaces2, 3 or 5 day Option Thursdays 1:15–2pm for cancellation of monthly draft payment. AvailableCamp - Mindy Facilities January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) M/$50 B/$30 NM/$60 Register Levinson Family Place Kayla Piscatelli Questions? 704-944-6891 M/$112 B/$68 NM/$122 [email protected]! Susan Cherin Gundersheim

Cool Early Childhood Activities Winter Break Escapes! with Parent/Caregiver Tumbling Tots! Cold-Blooded Reptiles & Off to the Races! Ages 3-5 years, w/parent Hot Chocolate! Ages 3-5 years w/parent (parent attendance required) Ages 2-5 w/parent Your preschooler will love running relay races Bring your preschooler for a chance to do Join us for a reptile demonstration from and playing other fun games in the gym with some basic gymnastics and get the the local reptile zoo, Cold Blooded Encounters, Ms. Patty and Ms. Stephanie. Bring those “Winter Wiggles” out with Ms. Patty then sip some hot chocolate to warm up! Your sneakers and get ready, get set, go! and Ms. Stephanie! preschooler will get to experience and touch Tuesday, December 30th Monday, December 22nd frogs, lizards and other fun (& safe) friends. 11:45am-12:30pm 10-10:45am Monday, December 29th • 10-10:45am Camp Mindy Rec Hall Old Gym Camp Mindy Rec Hall M/$5 B/Free NM/$7 M/$5 B/Free NM/$7 M/$10 B/$7 NM/$12 Questions? 704-944-6891 • [email protected]

6 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Strollercize Fitness Club Moms, bring your baby and stroller to Enrichment join other moms in an energizing outdoor Stephanie Freedman workout . Be prepared to get a great H liday Early Childhood workout, with intervals of strengthening o Program Supervisor and toning using bands and body weights, 704-944-6891 as well as walking and jogging, while Hoopla & stephanie.freedman interacting with your child and other

@charlottejcc.org moms . F o . o t r a G t h b t n Wednesdays, 12:05–12:50pm S b a e January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) c r Music & Me with Ms. Patty h a i p 8 months - 2 year olds with parent New Gym ld re Series a Interactive music and age-appropriate M/$48 B/$Free NM/$60 n h Levine JCC Fitness Instructor 1 it movement for mommy, daddy, or caretaker 2-3 , w and their baby/toddler. This fun filled 6 months class has been a hit for all who attend . Creative Builders Don’t miss the fun! Space is limited . 3–5 year olds Join us at LJCC Family Place Mondays, 12–12:45pm Calling all inventors, creators, builders January 5 – February 23 (6 weeks) and designers . We will create our own for two fun holiday-themed No Class 1/19 & 2/16 designs and make structures using Legos, classes, with the comfort Levinson Family Place recyclable materials and many other of mom nearby! M/$60 B/$36 NM/$72 interesting items . We’ll have read a story, learn something new, and create our craft for the theme . Skills gained: communication, Princesses and Superheroes problem solving, reasoning, developing “Don’t Leaf” This 3–5 year olds creativity, and team work . Come train to be the superhero or princess Tu B’Shevat Party! Thursdays, 1:15–2pm you were meant to be! The training January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) Friday, combines co-operative games, team- Levinson Family Place January 16 building activities, literature, educational M/$120 B/$96 NM/$136 enrichment activities and craft projects to 9:15-10:15am ensure your powers will be supreme! All Join us for a special classes are taught by certified teachers Ages 1-3 party celebrating trees! through the Little Scholars program . yr olds Enjoy songs, movement, Tuesdays, 1:15–2pm stories, a craft project and January 6 – February 24 (8 weeks) snacks for TuB’Shevat, Levinson Family Place M/$120 B/$96 NM/$136 marking the birthday of trees! with Spanish for Preschoolers! Ms. Playful Purim! 3–5 year olds Debby Friday, Learn Spanish through the Foreign Language February 20 League’s interactive full-immersion method for kids! Children learn Spanish through Come socialize and meet other parents 9:15-10:15am dramatic play, interactive games, and mu- while you explore and learn with your Calling all little Queen Esthers sic . All teachers are bilingual, native to the child in this NEW “Mommy and Me” class. and Mordechais! Shuffle up to language they are teaching, certified and Children will discover and explore with the Shushan and we’ll have Purim follow a fun curriculum . security of their favorite adult by their side, fun together! Come in costume Wednesdays, 1:15–2pm hear stories, songs, try movement, creative (if you want), get ready to shake January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) drama, puppets, games and/or crafts. your groggers, sing and dance. Levinson Family Place M/$96 B/$80 NM/$120 Thursdays, 9:15-10:15 am We will also make hamantashen and masks. Jan 8 – Feb 26 (8 wks) Levine JCC Transfer Policy Luski Hall, CJP Building Please refer to page 1. M/$104 B/$90 NM/$120 Fee per class (w/parent/guardian) Questions? M/$10 704-944-6891 B/$5 stephanie.freedman NM/$12 @charlottejcc.org

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 7 8 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Soccer Skills Adaptive Sports Skills Sports 2nd–5th grade Class for Individuals with Learn basic soccer skills, such as dribbling, Special Needs Stephanie Garner passing, trapping, shooting, defense and 9 years + Sports Director offense in this fun, non-competitive class . Students will be introduced to the basic 704-944-6743 Tuesdays, 3:30–4:15pm skills necessary to participate in a non- stephanie.garner January 6 – February 24 (8 weeks) competitive setting with peers . Class will @charlottejcc.org Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium focus on and incorporate the following M/$112 B/Free NM/$144 skills: eye/hand coordination, basketball Taylor Stern skills, soccer skills, socialization, agility, Advanced TaeKwonDo motor planning, team building, social Green Belts & Higher Taekwondo Classes interactions, balance, cardio, strength, K–6th grade K–6th grade following directions and more . Registration Advanced techniques, forms and special Teaches blocks, hand strikes, kicking, does not guarantee a spot . Intake form curriculum such as weapons and sparring . forms, self-defense, sparring combos, must be completed . Must have sparring gear . footwork and board breaking thru fitness Thursdays, 3–3:50pm Sundays, 5–6:30pm drills, fun games and team activities . January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) January 4 – May 31 (Ongoing) Students also practice discipline, focus, Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium Upstairs Dance Studio goal-setting, respect, positive attitude, M/$112 B/$67 NM$144 M/$65 NM/$75 (monthly) honesty, teamwork and perseverance . Stephanie Garner and Patty Torcellini Price includes all classes and holidays breaks. Students are required to purchase a Tuition is due the 1st of each month via automatic uniform . Uniform and belt testing fee are Zumba Kids separate . See Instructor . credit card draft. Parents must give 14 day written K–5th grade notice to cancel classes and stop credit card draft. Monthly Come join the dance party! Kids will have Master Alyssa Watson Choose one OR two days per week: a blast dancing to different sounds from A) Tuesdays, 3:15–4pm (K-5th All Belt) around the world . They will explore new Floor Hockey B) Tuesdays, 4–4:45pm (K-5th All Belt) cultures and rhythms through games and C) Tuesdays, 4:45–5:30pm (K-5th All Belt) movements . K–2nd grade D) Tuesdays, 5:30–6:15pm (high green belt Fridays, 3:30–4:15pm Want a fast-paced, action-packed sport? and up) January 9 – February 27 (8 weeks) Learn basic hockey skills, strategy and E) Fridays, 4:05–4:55pm (K-5th All Belt) Swimmer Family Aerobics Studio game play . January 6 – May 29 (ongoing) Mondays, 4:30–5:15pm Upstairs Aerobics Studio M/$112 B/$67 NM/$144 January 5 – February 23 (6 weeks) Price per month: 1 class per week Jessica Weill, Certified Zumba Kids Instructor No Class 1/19 & 2/16 M/$65 B/$36 NM/$75 Alvin E. Levine Gym Price per month: 2 classes per week M/$84 B/Free NM/$108 Taylor Stern M/$120 B/$68 NM/$140 Price includes all classes and holidays breaks. Beginning Gymnastics Tuition is due the 1st of each month via automatic K–3rd grade credit card draft. Parents must give 14 day written An introduction to the world of gymnastics . notice to cancel classes and stop credit card draft. Learn the basics of all four Olympic Master Alyssa Watson events: Vault, Bars, Balance Beam and Floor Exercise . Prior gymnastics Preschool experience not required . Thru Teens Mondays, 3:30–4:15pm January 5 – February 23 (6 weeks) Come SEA for Yourself! No Class 1/19 & 2/16 MEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium January 11, 2015 • 9-11am M/$84 B/$50 NM/$108 Instruction provided by Nicolette Spencer and LJCC staff Member Online REG: begins Mon, Jan. 12 Non-member REG: begins Mon, Feb. 2 Levine JCC Transfer Policy Please refer to page 1.

Camp Mindy 2015 Questions? Mark DiDonato at 704-944-6738 or [email protected]

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 9 Junior CRUSH Junior Levine JCC Tennis Academy CRUSH Tennis Tennis Team Aquatics 10 and under and Greg O’Connor 18 and under Joshua Steinberger Tennis Director 8–10 year olds and 11–18 year olds Aquatics Director 704-944-6748 Players must be approved by tennis staff 704-944-6746 gregory.oconnor to enroll in this class if they are not joshua.steinberger @charlottejcc.org currently on a CRUSH Team . Emphasis @charlottejcc.org placed on point construction, rally skills, and basic tennis conditioning . Twice per week recommended for all competitive Little CRUSHers Junior Levine JCC 5–7 year olds CRUSH players . Open to all 10 and under team Tennis Team Private Swim Emphasizes basic stroke work, tennis players . PAGe 25 motor skills, court knowledge, and games Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays involving tennis skills . Held indoors 5–6:30pm during inclement weather based on January 5 – February 26 (22 sessions) gym availability . No Class 1/19 & 2/16 A) Mondays, 4:15–5pm M/$154 B/$119 NM/$189 for any 7 sessions Year Round January 5 – February 23 (6 weeks) No Class 1/19 & 2/16 Swim Team Junior CRUSH Junior Levine JCC B) Tuesdays, 3:30–4:15pm CRUSH C) Tuesdays, 4:15–5pm Team Tennis Tennis Team January 6 – February 24 (8 weeks) Spring 2014 Ages 5-18) D) Wednesdays, 3:30–4:15pm 7–18 year olds E) Wednesdays, 4:15–5pm Team matches played on Sunday January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) afternoons between 1–4pm based on age . F) Thursdays, 4:15–5pm All teams require players to be members January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) of the USTA . Team practices are strongly G) Saturdays, 12–12:45pm encouraged for all team members . Team January 10 – February 28 (8 weeks) fee includes team registration, balls for H) Sundays, 10–10:45am home matches, and weekly updates . January 11 – March 1 (8 weeks) Matches run March–May . Exact times M/$78 B/$60 NM/$90 per session (6 weeks) determined at a later date . M/$104 B/$70 NM/$120 per session (8 weeks) 10 and Under Quick Start 12 and Under Sundays, 1pm/2pm Pre-team CRUSH Junior Levine JCC 8–11 year olds CRUSH Tennis Team 14 and Under Intermediate Emphasizes stroke production, Sundays, 2pm plus introduces scoring and the serve 18 and Under Intermediate in a fun environment . Held indoors Sundays, 3pm during inclement weather based on gym availability . M/$65 B/$55 NM/$75 A) Mondays, 4–5pm January 5 – February 23 (6 weeks) Levine JCC Transfer Policy No Class 1/19 & 2/16 Please refer to page 1. Coach Heather Fisher | 704-944-6745 B) Tuesdays, 3–4pm [email protected] C) Tuesdays, 4–5pm January 6 – February 24 (8 weeks) D) Wednesdays, 4–5pm details January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) on page 12 E) Thursdays, 4–5pm January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) G) Saturdays, 12:45–1:45pm January 10 – February 28 (8 weeks) J) Sundays, 9–10am January 11 – March 1 (8 weeks) M/$96 B/$72 NM/$114 (6 weeks) M/$128 B/$96 NM/$152 (8 weeks)

10 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Swim Instruction for EVERYONE ...at the Levine JCC JAWS Swim School The progressions and skills taught in the LJCC JAWS Swim School have been designed while keeping the overall developmental needs and stages in mind. All lessons are implemented and taught by highly skilled and trained instructors. Our swim school classes are designed for swimmers age 3 and up. Swimmers progress through different levels learning water safety and proper stroke technique in all four competitive strokes. Group classes are between 2-5 students per coach (depending on level) and are 45 minutes in duration. Private lessons are also available. Please refer to charlottejcc.org for Swim School Policies and Procedures Youth Swim Lessons Youth Group Swim Lessons Ages: 5-10 year olds. Goggles and swim cap suggested. Details: Youth classes are great for children who have not had the opportunity to learn to swim at a young age as well as for those that wish to become better swimmers. Designed for children to learn in an environment appropriate to their age and developmental level. Suggested age to begin this journey is between 5-6 years of age. Our lessons are divided into 3 class groups with specifics goals –beginner, intermediate & advanced. Select your desired lesson day/s (below); our trained instructors will assign your child’s class level based on his/her ability on the first day of class. Beginner All levels/classes include water safety skills and games. For the very beginner swimmer or for Introduction to all strokes is done progressively those who are uncomfortable in the water. and adapt to child’s maturity level. Instructors work on basic water adjustment. Intermediate For the swimmer who is comfortable in the water and has completed beginner youth skills. Advanced For the swimmer who can comfortably swim front crawl and backstroke using over arm stroke in deepwater but who needs help with refining his/her strokes and learning the breaststroke and butterfly. Advanced classes prepare your child for future aquatic adventures like water sports, boating sports, boy scouts swim badges or even a first job as a lifeguard. Children with higher levels of stroke technique, endurance and experience will gain more respect of the water environment and have a higher awareness of water safety.

Mon & Wed Friday (8 classes) Upon enrollment, each child will receive a “swim” 3:30-4:15pm 3:30-4:15pm bag to carry their swim gear. As a child completes Session 1: Jan 5 – Feb 4 Full Season Only: the goals for each level, they will receive a ribbon of (9 classes) No class 1/19 Jan 9 – Feb 27 completion to attach to their bag. Full Season: Jan 5 – Feb 25 Coach Diana Barnes (14 classes) No classes 1/19 & 2/16 Sunday (9 classes) Youth Group Lesson Pricing 11:45am-12:30pm Tue & Thu 8-Class Session: M/$96 B/$64 NM/$120 3:30-4:15pm Full Season Only: 9-Class Session: M/$115 B/$71 NM/$137 10-Class Session: M/$126 B/$82 NM/$154 Session 1: Jan 6 – Feb 5 (10 classes) Jan 4 – Mar 1 14-Class Session: M/$168 B/$112 NM/$210 Full Season: Jan 6 – Feb 26 (16 classes) 16-Class Session: M/$192 B/$128 NM/$240 Josh Steinberger,Diana LevineBarnes, JCC LJCC Aquatics Aquatics Director Coordinator • 704-944-6746 • 704-944-6797 • [email protected] • [email protected]

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 11

Junior Bronze Silver Senior WINTER Session: 1/5/15–3/8/15 (9 weeks) M $121 $145 $169 $169 B $75 $92 $103 $103 SPRING Session: NM* $150 $173 $192 $192 3/9/15–5/10/15 (9 weeks) M $112 $129 $151 $151 SUMMER Session: B $72 $82 $92 $92 5/11/15–7/2/15 (8 weeks) NM* $136 $92 $171 $171

Practice Times *Practice times subject to change Level Mon Tue Wed Thu Description • • Junior 4:30-5:15pm 4:30-5:15pm 4:30-5:15pm 4:30-5:15pm Swimmers are required to possess the ability to: Swim 25 yards of Freestyle Legally Swim 25 yards of Backstroke Legally • Ability to perform breaststroke kick • Demonstrate courteous behavior JAWS Recommended: 2 practice times per week towards coaches and other swimmers 5-6pm 5-6pm 5-6pm 5-6pm Swimmers are required to possess the ability to: • Swim 50 yards of Freestyle with bilateral breath- Bronze ing • Swim 50 yards of Backstroke Legally with correct body position • Swim 25 yards of Breaststroke • • Shark Recommended: 2 practice times per week Perform Butterfly kick and be familiar with the stroke Demonstrate courteous behavior towards coaches and other swimmers 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm Swimmers are required to possess the ability to: • Swim 100 yards of Freestyle with bilateral breathing • Swim 100 yards of Backstroke with correct body position • Swim 50 yards Breaststroke • • • Silver legally 25 yards butterfly with correct stroke fundamentals Demonstrate a forward racing dive Demonstrate the ability to consistently push off underwater in an effective streamline Shark Recommended: 3 practice times per week • Understand what a pace clock is and how it is used • Demonstrate an understanding of stroke drills • Demonstrate ability to maintain a positive attitude during workout • Demonstrate courteous behavior towards coaches and other swimmers 6-7:15pm 6-7:15pm 6-7:15pm 6-7:15pm Swimmers are required to possess the ability to: • Swim 200 yards of Freestyle with bilateral breathing • Swim 100 yards of Backstroke with correct body position • 50 yards Breaststroke legally • 50 yards Butterfly legally • Demonstrate legal turns in all four strokes • Demonstrate a forward Senior racing dive • Demonstrate the ability to consistently push off underwater in an effective stream- • Shark Recommended: 3-4 practice times per week line Demonstrate the ability to go 5 meters of underwater dolphin kick in a streamline position • Understand what a pace clock is and how it is used • Demonstrate an understanding of stroke drills • Demonstrate ability to maintain a positive attitude during workout • Demonstrate courteous

behavior towards coaches and other swimmers

12 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Announcing our Visual and Paint 2015 Winter Performing Arts Your Kids’ Musical Revue Susan Cherin Gundersheim Own Visual & Performing Seder Arts Director lt u d 704-944-6778 Plate! A ith susan.gundersheim w 5, PUre - @charlottejcc.org s K Grade Broadway Stars Parent + Child = Performance Workshop ImagIn K–5th grade Create Together! This workshop gives young performers an Paint a pre-made seder Saturday, opportunity to sing, dance and/or show plate with your own design. February 7 off their acting talents . Students will learn Hebrew letter stencils will aTIoN 2-4 pm about characterization, improvisation and be available, plus lots of M/ $40 basic acting . We will share a showcase ideas to help you make a performance on Thursday, February 26 at B/ $24 personal plate you will love 5:30pm for family and friends . NM/ $50 to use at your next seder, (+$10 per Thursdays, 4:30–5:30pm or to give as a gift! January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) extra child) AUDITIONS! Levinson Family Place 704-944-6778 M/$120 B/$72 NM/$130 [email protected] OPEN TO GRADES 2-8 J STEPS Dance Explosion Wednesday, December 17th K–5th grade Information Meeting: 4:30pm Boys and girls will enjoy an active and fun Cast Auditions: 5-7pm introductory class that will expose them Rehearsals: Sun 2-5pm (Jan 11 – Mar 1) to all styles of dance, including jazz, hip Tech Week: March 2-5, 4:30-7pm hop, tap and ballet . Classic skills are inte- grated with creative movement . Ongoing For Performances: class runs once a week through the end of Kids in March 7 & 8 May, with an optional recital in June . Small A fun, safe place Grades Fees: M/$150 class size for more personal instruction . for your child K-5 B/$90 NM/$160 Ballet/Jazz and tap shoes required . Mondays, 3:30–4:15pm OR (ages 5-10) to Mondays, 4:30–5:15pm play while you January 7 – May 25 (Ongoing class) * No Class 1/19, 2/16 & 4/6 work out! PUrE IMaGINaTIoN Swimmer Downstairs Aerobic Studio ARTWorK CONTEST! Monthly draft payment: 30 days notice required Location & Hours Calling Visual Artists Grades 2 - 8 for cancellation of monthly draft payment. LJCC’s Winter Musical Revue PURE IMAGINATION M/$50 B/$30 NM/$60 Weinberg Center Kayla Piscatelli needs artwork for our t shirt and other Students Sat 12pm-3pm publicity materials! Please submit original in visual arts Sun 8:30am-1pm Fees Cool Creations classes should color drawings in any medium (white paper bring a LJCC Member: with paint, crayons, colored pencils, pastels Section I: K–2nd grade smock. Section II: 3rd–6th grade 1st hour = FREE! or markers), focusing on the theme of PURE A mixed media class with opportunity to 2nd & 3rd hours = $2/ hour, per child IMAGINATION. Submit to Susan Gundersheim put your ideas into clay, drawing, painting, Non-Members: via email: [email protected] collage, paper mache and more . Class is $5.50/ hour, per child or at the front desk. Please do not put any loosely structured to allow for individual names on the drawings, only an e-mail expressions in mixed mediums . *NOTE: Parent / guardian MUST stay on address and phone number on the back. Wednesdays, 4:30–5:30pm LJCC property when child(ren) are in DUE MONDAY, JANUARY 19 January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) Elementary Edge or J-Childcare. Levine JCC Art Studio Call the LJCC Customer Service Desk ALL submitted drawings will be displayed in M/$120 B/$ 72 NM/$130 Gorelick Hall during the performance. Mary Couillard to schedule 704-366-5007

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 13 Come and join the BEST afterschool Music Lessons program in South Charlotte! Ages 6 and up Mon-Fri, Electric and Acoustic Guitar 3-6pm Instructor Ricky Hitchcock is a British recording session guitarist with over K-5th 15 years experience working with impressive clientele in Miami, FL, such as David Bowie, Billy Idol, Roger Daltry, as well as others! A digital recording studio is available to save your professionally mixed work forever. Skilled in songwriting, Ricky will teach you to compose your own original song. Two-Time Winner (2008 & 2011) of a “Best Voice & Basic Piano of Best Award” by Charlotte Magazine for ‘Best place to send your kids afterschool’. Located Mirela Ungureanu-Biser holds a Master’s Degree in Opera and Music in the Activity Centers at Camp Mindy, we are Theatre. She has more than 10 years of teaching experience including committed to providing a well-rounded college-level courses as well as music theatre courses for both adults and experience for your child. Transportation to the youth at a professional repertory theater. She also performed as a singer Levine JCC from select locations. Homework is with Opera Memphis for six seasons. supervised by year-round trained staff. Daily activities include drama, arts & crafts, Drum Lessons computer lab and more! John Hogan is a World Class / Dove Award Wining Drummer with over 20 years of experience as a Drum Coach. He studied at Berklee School of Call for pricing & list of schools Mitch Ormand 704-944-6733 Music and has played to crowds of 25 to 25,000. Locally he finds himself [email protected] busy as a “singer-songwriter’s drummer”, playing in jazz trios, and a variety of tribute bands such as Billy Joel & Stevie Wonder. John has influenced hundreds of drummers with a passion to develop the Drummer, the Musician, and the Artist in each student. KIDS’ NIGHT Other instruments - lessons available by request IN @ THE J! 1 – 30 minute lesson M/$32 B/$27 NM/$37 4 – 30 minute lessons / 2 hrs total* M/$120 B/$108 NM/$140 PIZZA DINNER • CRAFTS 1 – 1 hour lesson M/$64 B/$54 NM/$74 GAMES • MOVIES 4 – 1 hour lessons / 4 hrs total* M/$240 B/$220 NM/$280* *The four-lesson option must be paid in full before the first lesson. 24 hours notice required for cancellations, or by Friday for Sunday lesson, otherwise payment will be required.

Partnership With Community School 7 weeks of the Arts - at the J to 7 yrs Community School of the Arts welcomes you to its private music lesson program. With more than 330 students, the At last... YOU can enjoy a night out School is proud to have one of the largest private music with friends while your children enjoy programs in the region. a “Night In” at the J! Each month, Students may begin lessons at any time during our summer, fall or spring we will have a different fun themed semesters. Here at the LJCC we are partnering with CSA to provide high evening for the kids! quality private music instruction in piano, violin and voice. Generally, CSA works within an 18 week session, but pro-rated lessons Saturdays • 5:30-8:30pm are available mid-season. Please call the Registrar for details, or visit the website at: www.csarts.org. There you can link to fill out a Private Music Nov 15 • Feb 21 • May 16 Lesson Scheduling Request form or call Kistyn Matthews at 704-887-0291. Mark your calendars NOW and stay tuned for more details! Mention the LJCC and the CSA registration fee will be withdrawn. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED For more information please contact Susan Gundersheim Call 704-366-5007 Questions? 704-944-6726 704-944-6778 or [email protected] [email protected]

14 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Enrichment Enrichment Mark DiDonato Mitch Ormand Camp Mindy Director Family & Youth Services 704-944-6738 Supervisor mark.didonato 704-944-6733 @charlottejcc.org mitch.ormand @charlottejcc.org we ve got you covered! ’ CLUB “45” Grades K-5th School’s Out/J’s In 4th and 5th graders defe defe defe def K–5th grade Come and join all of your “older friends” Join us as we go on exciting field trips. as we continue with an exciting and great Bring a packed dairy lunch and a bathing club here at the LJCC! We will eat pizza Join us for a week of winter fun and suit and towel . Sign up early before all the and then have more fun than you can excitement. Each fabulous day will spots are gone! possibly imagine with all of your old and new friends! include a field trip or special activity, January 19 – Color War January 23 – Magician January 31 – Sports Night returns with a arts & crafts, sports, swimming, February 13 – Mad Science night of fun games! plenty of friends and fun. February 16 – Lego Day March 7 – A night of magic and fun with a March 12 – Turbo Track professional magician! March 13 – Science Reach We will meet at Camp Mindy at 6pm for Mon, 12/22 Atomz Lab 9am–4pm dinner before the fun begins! Tue, 12/23 Lego Day AM Care 7–9am M/$20 NM/$25 PM Care 4–6pm Wed, 12/24 Maccabi Day Camp Mindy – Activity Center #1 Thu, 12/25 NO CAMP J-Team $25/Day M/$55/Day Fri, 12/26 Bowling B/$33/Day Mon, 12/29 Sea Life NM/$65/Day J-Tribes th Tue, 12/30 Pirate Day AM Care $5/Day K–5 Graders & their Dads Wed, 12/31 New Year’s Party PM Care $5/Day The J-Tribes is a father/child program designed Thu, 1/1 NO CAMP 2/3 Round-Up to foster relations between fathers and their Fri, 1/2 Monkey Joes 2nd–3rd Grade children in a fun and exciting way. Fathers and Round-up your 2nd and 3rd grade friends their children will be paired with other father/ and join us for an evening of pizza and fun children in ‘tribes’ up to 12 pairs. Monthly meetings, 9am-4pm activities . plus “All-Tribe” programs including our annual Meet at Camp Mindy

January 31 – Game Truck overnight camping trip at Camp Blue Star in May! March 7 – Paul Marks Fee per school year: Activity Center #1 6–9pm Member (child/father) $100 AM Care: 7-9am Camp Mindy Non-Member (child/father) $150 PM Care: 4-6pm M/$20 B/$12 NM/$25 per event $50 per each additional child No PM Care 12/24 & 12/31

d d d d Save the Date Room in the Inn f e e f e e f e e f e Volunteers Needed! Saturday, March 14 Price per day: (for LJCC Members) M/ $55 B/ $33 NM/ $65 Purim Choose your way to help: AM Care $5/day Carnival Set up, make bag lunches, PM Care $5/day drive, or act as an overnight No PM Care 12/24 & 12/31 Sunday, March 1 monitor for our guests. 12-3pm Call for specific volunteer times. Mark DiDonato: 704-944-6738 Questions? 704-944-6733 [email protected] [email protected]

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 15 16 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Teens ongoing events volunteer Teen Advisory Group/TAG Mitzvah Madness/MM Jessie Cohen 6th–8th grade 6th–8th grade Teen & Group Services Want to have a say in the activities planned Join other teens as we volunteer to do Coordinator for 6th–8th graders? Consider joining TAG our part in Tikkun Olam, “healing the 704-944-6739 and have the opportunity to voice your world” . We will be collaborating with jessie.cohen opinions, learn leadership and event community service organization and other @charlottejcc.org planning skills, and help run special events . Jewish Agencies to promote community You do not have to register for this program . engagement and build partnerships . This January 11 & March 8 is a great way to earn Community Service one-time events 1–2pm Hours . Register at the LJCC Customer Pick up and Drop Off in the Teen Lounge Service Desk . Teen Camp Reunion FREE January 23 6th–7th grade February 16 If you went to Teen Camp this past summer, Thursday Night Game Night March 13 come join Titus, Jessie, Adam, and Dani for 6th–8th grade April 8 a little pre-Teen Camp fun . We will start There’s no school on Friday, so come and 10am–2pm with Pizza, discuss trip and activity ideas enjoy some games, BINGO, trivia, air hock- Drop-off and Pick-up Teen Lounge for this summer, and then head to Sports ey, XBOX NFL Football tournament, and FREE Connection for bowling and arcades! When crown a Jenga champion . Pizza and other we get back we will play a game of BINGO snacks will be provided . Register at the LJCC for some fun prizes! Register at the LJCC Customer Service Desk by January 20 . Fitness Customer Service Desk by January 13 . January 22 & February 12 January 17, 6–10pm 6–8:30pm Cathy Bennett Drop-off and Pick-up Teen Lounge Drop-off and Pick-up in the Teen Lounge Fitness Director FREE M&NM/$5 B/FREE 704-944-6874 Jammin’ @ the J catherine.bennett Red Cross Babysitting Class @charlottejcc.org 6th–10th grade 6th–8th grade Now is your opportunity to become a Red Dance to a DJ and request the music you Teen Fitness Center Cross certified babysitter. Learn safety want, play basketball in the gym, enjoy and first aid tips, role and responsibilities, pizza from the snack bar, and some Orientation diaper changing and how to communicate months will have fun inflatables or a 13–16 year olds with parents in this certification class. photo booth . Successful completion of this orientation Bring a bag kosher lunch . Register at the Saturdays, February 21 & May 16 allows youth access to the David Silverman LJCC Customer Service Desk by January 15 . 7–11pm Fitness & Wellness Center . Introduces $12 per ticket strength training and cardio equipment . January 19, 9am–4pm Emphasis on proper equipment selection, Drop-off and Pick-up in the Teen Lounge You may purchase up to 4 tickets starting two form, breathing, fitness center rules, M&B/$100 NM/$110 Mondays before each Jammin’. Tickets available regulations and etiquette . College Admissions 101 at the JCC Customer Service Desk. No Refunds. David Silverman Fitness Center • Free 9th–11th grade and family [email protected] De-mystify the college admissions process . Princeton Review SAT Prep Choose 3 seminars from a wide selection Courses Year Round of topics such as: an overview of college 9th–12th grade admissions, determining college fit, writing The Levine JCC is proud to announce its Swim Team the college essay, and financial aid. For partnership with the Princeton Review . Ages 5-18) more info, www .collegeadmissions101 .org JCC members receive special discounts . Sunday, February 8, 2–5pm Students will learn score-raising strategies Coordinated by Ellen Martin from expert teachers in a dynamic $60 per individual/$120 per family by January 12. structured setting . For more information and course schedules please visit Registration cost after January 12 is $70 per www .PrincetonReview .com individual/$140 per family. 704-944-6739 [email protected]

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Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 17 Sports Tennis Clue#1 Stephanie Garner Greg O’Connor Sports Director Tennis Director 704-944-6743 704-944-6748 stephanie.garner gregory.oconnor @charlottejcc.org @charlottejcc.org

Girls Volleyball Teen Beginner CRUSH SCAVENGER HUNT 6th–9th grade 12–17 year olds Junior Levine JCC Learn to play this fun sport . Learn new Designed for the player with CRUSH th Tennis Team SCAVENGERst HUNT BEGINS skills or improve your current skills . limited playing experience . Mon, Dec. 1 through Fri, Dec 5 Proper technique, skills, drills, and game Teaches the fundamentals of play, play are covered in this non-competitive including proper stroke mechanics, basic A witch has cursed a Baker and his wife. class . point play, basic rallying skills and basic Until the curse is broken they are unable to create another life! Wednesdays, 5:15–6pm tennis conditioning . To break the curse they must complete 4 missions. January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) Sundays, 11:45am–12:45pm But along the way, they are met with unforeseen conditions! Alvin E. Levine Gym January 11 – March 1 (8 weeks) M/$112 B/Free NM/$144 M/$128 B/$96 NM/$152 Write down what you find at each mission. Taylor Stern and Stephanie Garner You will hand it to the witch at the end of your expedition! Junior CRUSH Tennis To help them find the items the witch has demanded with scorn. Private Yoga for Special Academy 18 and under You’ll begin by searching for hair as yellow as corn! Needs 11–18 year olds To find this clue start your search nice and slow. Birth – 18 years old Open to all 10 and under team Junior Levine JCC Look where one would put on a variety show! A unique program for every child, adapting tennis players Players must be CRUSH Tennis Team poses in order to stretch and strengthen approved by tennis staff to enroll muscles . Various breathing techniques in this class or be a part of our Quick Start are also taught to release stress, work on or 10 and Under teams . Emphasis placed posture and amongst many other health on point construction, rally skills, and American Red Cross© benefits. Children tend to become more basic tennis conditioning . Twice per week aware of their bodies capabilities, which recommended for all competitive players . Lifeguard Class improves their overall self-esteem . Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 30 min sessions: M/$45 B/$27 NM/$50 5–6:30pm Looking for summer employment? Get One-hour sessions: M/$95 B/$57 NM/$100 January 5 – February 26 (22 sessions) your Lifeguard Certification this Winter 4 One-hour Sessions: M/$360 NM/$380 No Class 1/19 & 2/16 so you are ready to work this summer. 10 One-hour Sessions: M/$850 NM/$900 M/$154 B/$119 NM/$189 for any 7 sessions Certification good for two years. We have Jessica Weill, Certified in Yoga for the Special lifeguard opportunities available upon Child Junior CRUSH Team Tennis completion of the class. Option 1 Spring 2015 Junior Levine JCC 7–18 year olds CRUSH (Must attend all dates and times) Tennis Team Team matches played on Sunday CAMP afternoons between 1–4pm based on age . Saturday Jan. 10th & Sunday Jan. 11th All teams require players to be members Saturday Jan. 17th & Sunday Jan. 18th MINDY of the USTA . Team practices are strongly Saturday Jan. 24th & Sunday Jan. 25th 2015 encouraged for all team members . Team Option 2 fee includes team registration, balls for (Must attend all dates and times) MEMBER home matches, and weekly updates . REGISTRATION Matches run March–May . Exact times Saturday Mar. 7th & Sunday Mar. 8th BEGINS determined at a later date . Saturday Mar. 14th & Sunday Mar. 15th January 11, 2015 10 and Under Quick Start Saturday Mar. 21st & Sunday Mar. 22nd 12 and Under Saturdays: 11:00am–7:00pm 9-11am TEENS Sundays, 1pm/2pm Sundays: 1:00pm–5:00pm Member Online REG 14 and Under Intermediate begins Mon, Jan. 12 Note: Times may be adjusted at instructors discretion. Sundays, 2pm Non-member REG Recertification:M/$169 B/$89 NM/$189 begins Mon, Feb. 2 18 and Under Intermediate New Lifeguard: M/$179 B/$99 NM/$199 Sundays, 3pm Q? 704-944-6739 M/$65 B/$55 NM/$75 Joshua Steinberger • 704-944-6746 [email protected] [email protected]

18 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Visual and Performing Arts YOU’RE A GOOD MAN Susan Cherin Gundersheim CHARLIE BROWN! Visual & Performing Arts Director 704-944-6778 susan.gundersheim @charlottejcc.org Music Lessons Open to teens Grades 6-12 See page 14 Sunday, February 22 Bellydance Classes Parent Meeting 5-5:30 Age 14+ See page 27 Auditions 5:30-7pm Levine JCC School of Rock Rehearsals Ages 9–18 Sun 2-6pm (Mar 8-May 24) We are looking for keyboard, guitar & bass Tech Week players, drummers and singers with basic LJCC’S TEEN MUSICAL May 25-28, 5:30-9pm musical knowledge to join our band . Experience a real band rehearsal, perform Performance Dates in public and record a CD or music video . Sat/Sun, May 30 & 31 Sundays, 4–6pm Auditions January 11, February 8, March 29 M/$90 B/$60 NM/$100 M/$75 B/$45 NM/$85 Ricky Hitchcock QUESTIONS? 704-944-6778 • [email protected]

You’re never too Grades Grades 6-12 young to start good K 6-12 fitness habits! KiCk bac core your agility in our Teen lounge speed strength Quality Fitness Re-Defined YOU Youth Grades 5-8 DON’T SIT, GET FIT! Come experience structured, supervised & fun Inviting teen actors, singers, 40-minute circuit workouts, targeting these areas: musicians & poets. Share SCHEDULE: Classes now run on a your talent and socialize continuous, monthly basis throughout with other teens. the school year. Come to the session times that work for YOU! Charlotte’s best youth Open to all JCC lounge is at the lJCC. Teen Members, May 9, 2015 • 7pm Sundays, 1:15pm Members - 6th grade thru (unless reserved) Monday, Wednesday & Thursday high school - can make at no extral Gorelick Hall at Shalom Park (2 sessions) themselves at home in a charge! Levine Jewish Community Center 3:45-4:25pm • 4:30-5:10pm comfortable, kickback 5007 Providence Road, Charlotte Thursdays, 6pm environment. LJCCs Teen Lounge offers teens the Mon-Thu Performers: FREE Location: JForce Room opportunity to meet new Audience: $5 cover charge (& old) friends; get their 3:15-9pm homework done using our Fri 3:15-5pm (Concessions for sale) 11-Session package: M/$100 • B/$80 • NM/$130 computers; watch movies Drop-in fee (per session): M/$12 • B/$10 • NM $15 on the giant LCD screen TV; Sat 12-7pm For more information or to sign up: or play pool, XBOX 360, 704-944-6778 704-944-6874 [email protected] ...and much more! Sun 1-7pm [email protected]

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 19 20 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Adult Beginner/ Sports Intermediate Private • Semi-Private 18+ (New Players-2.5 USTA rated) Stephanie Garner Available to new players or players Sports Director returning to the game . Ideal to learn all Tennis Lessons 704-944-6743 the basics on the tennis courts . stephanie.garner A) Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30pm Lessons with the Levine JCC Tennis Director January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) @charlottejcc.org ½ hr Private M/$26 NM/$31 B) Fridays, 9–10am January 9 – February 27 (8 weeks) 1 hr Private M/$48 NM/$53 Adult Basketball League C) Sundays, 10:45–11:45am 1 hr Semi-private (2) M/$27 NM/$32 18+ January 11 – March 1 (8 Weeks) 1 hr Semi-private (3) M/$18 NM/$23 Thursday, 6:30–9:30pm M/$128 B/$96 NM/$152 1 hr Semi-private (4) M/$13.50 NM/$28 January 22 –March 26 (10 weeks) Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium Lessons with the Assistant Director $80/player Men’s Drill 18+ (3.0-4.0 USTA rated) or Assistant Professionals: Enter as a team. Pay individually. hr Private M/$24 NM/$29 A drill and play session with the Pro . ½ Taylor Stern 704-944-6867 Emphasis each week on point play, drills 1 hr Private M/$45 NM/$50 [email protected] and match strategies . 1 hr Semi-private (2) M/$25 NM/$30 1 hr Semi-private (3) M/$16.67 NM/$21.67 Wednesdayss, 6:30–7:30pm Private Basketball Training 1 hr Semi-private (4) M/$12.50 NM/$17.50 Chad Hunt . By appointment . January 7 – February 25 (8 weeks) M/$128 B/$96 NM/$152 Stephanie Garner 704-944-6743 Special Packages Available [email protected] Purchase 8 lessons, get the 9th lesson free! Working Women Drill 18+ (3.0-3.5 USTA rated) Drop in Adult Basketball A drill and play session with the Pro . Levine JCC Sundays, 7–10:30am Emphasis each week on point play, drills Junior Tuesdays, 6–8:30pm and match strategies . Saturdays, 12–2:30pm Register CRUSH Howard R. Levine Gymnasium Thursdays, 6:30–7:30pm Tennis Team January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) Today! M/$128 B/$96 NM/$152 Drop in Adult Table Tennis Visit LJCC’s Customer Service Desk: Sundays, 10am–12pm Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium Ladies Winter Drill 5007 Providence Rd, Charlotte 18+ Call or check us out online: Drop in Adult Volleyball For all players interested or involved with the Queen City League . 704-366-5007 Mondays, 7–9:30pm Alvin E. Levine Gymnasium 4.0 Practice charlottejcc.org Wednesdays, 9:30–11am (8 weeks) 704-944-6748 3.5 Practice [email protected] Tennis Tuesday, 9:30–11am (8 weeks) Greg O’Connor 3.0 Practice Tennis Director Mondays, 9:30–11am (6 weeks) 704-944-6748 2.5-3.0 Practice gregory.oconnor Thursdays, 9:30–11am (8 weeks) @charlottejcc.org January 5 – February 26 No Class 1/19 & 2/16 Cardio M/$132 B/$102 NM/$162 (6 weeks) 18+ M/$176 B/136 NM/$216 (8 weeks) A great way to get the blood pumping . An aerobic workout on the tennis court, complete with basic tennis skills, medium – high impact cardio training . A) Thursdays, 6:30–7:30pm January 8 – February 26 (8 weeks) B) Fridays, 10–11am January 9 – February 27 (8 weeks) M/$128 B/$96 NM/$152 See inside back cover for details...

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 21 Group Exercise Classes! Over 80+ classes offered each week! (Included in your Levine JCC membership) Fitness for EVERY body! Personal Training Yoga Services @ the J Cycle Trust our certified & committed Kettlebells Fitness Professionals to get you back on track with... Mat Pilates • Functional Training (everyday movements) • Strength Training Cardio Sculpt • Weight Loss • Sports Training Conditioning • Injury Rehabilitation • Fitness Assessment Fun Run Cardio • BMI Testing Jacki’s Dance Please visit charlottejcc.org to view rates Cathy Bennett • 704-944-6874 Kickboxing [email protected] BalLean Zumba ® BOXING at the J Barre TRAINING with...... & more! Adam Esposito

Questions? Lyn Addy Pick up our latest schedule at the LJCC Adam Esposito was born & raised in Brooklyn, NY, and 704-944-6870 Customer Service Desk, Membership Office has recently moved to the Charlotte area with his family. [email protected] or the David Silverman Fitness & Wellness Center. Adam has 7 years experience in both boxing and Muay Thai. While in New York, he was fortunate enough to have Or visit us online: charlottejcc.org trained under the tutelage of undefeated heavyweight professional boxer and K-1 kickboxing super star Jarrell ‘Big Baby’ Miller. Due to different knee injuries, Adam It’s never too late to start... No Excuses! had to step away from his strict training regimen and has become a trainer where his passion for boxing and Muay NEW! Blissful “Beginner” Yoga Thai still remains very much alive. In the past, Adam has group-ex “LITE” been the striking coach for the former 145 lb. amateur Mon • 11:15am-12:15pm featherweight champion of Warfare Fighting Championship 50+ fitness Wed • 4-5pm and is currently training NC’s 4x Golden Glove Champion. New, Lighter Versions of Group Exercise Classes! He specializes in mitt work and everyone who “HEARTio”– Just Dance! trains with him has shown huge improvements Wed • 12:15-1pm on their striking game. Adam trains both 4 Great New “LITE” Classes: adults and children. ZEN Deep Stretch Mittology: Technichal boxing pad work FREE to LJCC Members Thu • 11:45am-12:45pm consisting of multiple blocks and (Included in your membership) fast-paced counter punches. Muscle, Core & More To book your private session email Non-members: 12-Class Card Pass Fri • 11:15am-12:15pm [email protected] available for purchase for $35 (Oasis $25) or call 704-366-5007

22 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Fitness Cathy Bennett Fitness Director 704-944-6874 catherine.bennett @charlottejcc.org

Fitness Center Orientation Learn to navigate your way around the fitness floor. Fitness staff will personally explain proper use of fitness equipment to ensure a safe and effective workout . David Silverman Fitness Center Free Schedule with Cathy Bennett 704-944-6874 [email protected] Massage Services at the J The LJCC offers professional massage services . Choose from therapeutic, deep tissue, aromatherapy, hot stones, hot wraps, and more . Julia Thomas, LMBT #2236 704-944-6863 [email protected] Call for pricing Private Rates M B/Silver NM 1 session $65 $60 $70 10 Minute Seated Massages 4 sessions $240 $220 $260 Take a few minutes to relieve those aches 10 sessions $550 $500 $600 and pains . Duo Shared Rates M&B/Silver NM Sundays, 10am–12:30pm 4 Sessions $140 $180 Jan 18 • Feb 15 • Mar 15 • Apr 19 • May 24 10 Sessions $350 $450 Mondays, 10am–12:30pm Small Group Rates M&B/Silver NM Jan 12 • Feb 2 • Mar 2 • Apr 6 • May 4 (3-4 people of similar level) $5 6 Sessions $150 $180 Julia Thomas, LMBT #2236 704-944-6863 [email protected]

Mon-Fri (AM) Mon-Wed (PM) Wave Start time Wave Start time 1 6:15am 1 5:30pm 2 7:00am 2 6:15pm* 3 8:00am SUN (AM) 4 9:30am Wave Start time 5 10:30am 1 10:00am Fees M Silver/B NM 2 10:45am Single Monthly $95 $80 $120 3 11:30am Package (10 sessions) $130 $105 $170 Drop-in $15 $12 $18 Couple Monthly $140 $115 $180

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 23 BARBARA L. LEVINE INDOOR POOL

winter schedule Winter 2015

Sunday Monday/Wednesday Tuesday/Thursday Friday Saturday

Lap Swim Lap Swim LJCC opens at 7am 5:30am–8:45am 5:30am–9am Lap Swim 5:30am–8:45am

Open Swim/Private Lessons Open Swim/ LJCC Lap Swim 6:30am–8:45am Private Lessons Opens 7-9am 6:30–8:45am at 12 noon Water Water Power Open Swim/ Power 8:45– Private Lessons 8:45– 9:45am 9–10am 9:45am

Lap Swim Swim Lessons Aqua Aqua Power 9am– 9am– Fitness Fitness Plunge 12:30pm 12:30pm 9:45– 9:45– 10– 10:45am 10:45am Open 10:45am Swim/ Deep Deep Private Water Arthritis Water Lessons Fitness Class Fitness 12-1pm 11– 10:45– Lap 10:45– Lap 11:30am 11:45am 11:30am Swim Swim 12– 8:45am– Open 6:30pm Open Open Swim/ Open Swim/ Swim/ Lap Swim Lap Swim 4:30pm Swim/ Open Private Lessons Private Lessons Private 8:45am– 9am– Private Swim/ 11:30– 11:45– Lessons Lap Swim 8:30pm 8:30pm Lessons Private 1:15pm 11:30– 12:30– 1:15pm 3:30- 1:15pm 6:30pm Lessons 6:30pm 12:30– Swim 5:30pm Swim Lessons Swim Lessons Lessons 1:15– 1:15– 4:15pm 1:15– 4:15pm 4:15pm Pool Closes Open Swim/ Open Swim/ at Pool Closes Private Lessons Private Lessons Pool Closes 6:30pm at 6:30pm 6:15– 4:15– at 7:30pm 8:30pm 4:30pm

Power Open Swim/ Building Closes Plunge Private Lessons Building Building at 7pm 7:15– 7:15– Closes Closes 8pm 8:30pm at 5pm at 7pm Pool Closes 8:30pm, Mon – Thu

*One lap lane always available unless otherwise noted. Spaces may be limited. For the most up-to-date schedule please visit www.charlottejcc.org

24 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Aquatics asters Swim Program Joshua Steinberger Aquatics Director with Mary Sansbury 704-944-6746 joshua.steinberger @charlottejcc.org Mon, Wed &/or Fri Swim Time Options: Water Aerobics 1 2 3 4 6-7 am All water aerobic classes are held in the Price per month: heated Indoor Pool . Try a class for free! 7-8 am Mon/Wed M/$40 B/$25 NM/$55* M/B/Free 8:15-9:15 am Mon/Wed/Fri M/$43 B/$29 NM/$60* 1 Water Power *An annual administrative fee is applicable to all non-member participation in programs or services. Fee: $20/individual or $35/family. Adults & seniors High energy class with toning and cardio- vascular workout . Outdoor Lap Pool Schedule Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays Private Swim 8:45–9:45am LAP SWIM SCHEDULE 2 Aqua Fitness lessons SUN Open 9am-4pm Adults & seniors MON thru THU LAPS 6-11am • 3:45-7:30pm Light to moderate cardiovascular, strength LAPS 6-11am FRI and flexibility conditioning. No swimming • NO AGE RESTRICTIONS! CLOSED Fri Afternoons ability required . Beginner to intermediate (Adult private lessons available) SAT 12-5pm welcome . • All swim lessons are 30 minutes. * Swim Practice Hours: Sun 2–4pm; Mon–Thu 3:45–7:30pm Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays • Classes are held at the Indoor Pool * Lane available to members when bubble pool is open 9:45–10:45am * Subject to change – Call 704-366-5007 Private: ½ Hour Rates for Non-members 3 Deep Water Fitness M/$30 NM/$35 Adults & seniors Valid for Pool Bubble Access Only (mornings only) Cardiovascular and resistance conditioning Private: Package of 5 1 Visit 15 Visits SAVE! without impact . M/$140 NM/$165 $5 $30 Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays Semi-Private: ½ Hour 10:45–11:30am M/$20 NM/$25 4 Power Plunge Semi-Private: Package of 5 M/$90 NM/$115 SAVE! Adults & seniors An energizing workout that combines Questions? 704-944-6797 performance and endurance with strength [email protected] and cardiovascular fitness. Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:15–8pm Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10–10:55am Arthritis Class Adults & seniors Gentle activities with the guidance of a certified instructor. All levels are welcome. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11-11:45am Water Therapy - Personal Training Adults & seniors Personalized sessions for the individual with special needs and/or requiring indi- vidual instruction or attention . Call Joshua Steinberger for more information and pricing at 704-944-6746 .

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 25 Performing Arts LJCC Ceramics Susan Cherin Gundersheim Adults 16+ Visual & Performing Arts Director 704-944-6778 Wheel & Hand Building susan.gundersheim Combination Classes @charlottejcc.org Combines BOTH hand building AND wheel throwing

Figure, Portrait and NEW techniques. AM or PM classes available! Abstraction in Clay Classes will vary slightly by instructor. Adults Prices are per session. Fees include 25 lbs. of clay, use of electric kiln, Using a fresh and intuitive sculptural language, glazes/underglazes, shelf space, and unlimited independent students will go on a technical and artistic studio time when studio is not in use. journey to better understand the forces in portrait sculpture, the torso in particular. - Participants will work at their own pace and ALL LEVELS INTERMEDIATE develop their own artistic style. Suitable for beginners without These classes will be for the Mondays, 10am–12:30pm any prior clay experience, OR intermediate level students in Session I: January 5 – February 16 (7 weeks) for students that have prior hand building and/or wheel Session II: February 23 – April 6 (7 weeks) knowledge and want to throwing. For the wheel LJCC Ceramics Studio advance their skills. throwers, a prior knowledge M/$210 B/ $126 NM/$220 per session Peter Rubino Learn to throw on the potter’s of centering and basic wheel or work to improve and throwing skills is required. Acrylic Painting enhance your throwing skills. These classes are geared to Adults 16+ We will also introduce basic hand improving and refining your Create paintings you’ll be proud to show building techniques such as techniques while developing off! Learn how to achieve contrast, the coiling, joined slabs & drape your own personal style. right color and a compelling composition . molds, as well as glazing and Class explores acrylic painting using other surface design possibilities. Tuesdays, 10am–12:30pm techniques borrowed from watercolor and Instructor: Celena Burnett oil painting without the mess . No painting Thursdays, 6:30–9pm Beginners! I. Jan.6–Feb.17 (7 weeks) experience necessary . Suggested supply Instructor: Mary Couillard list will be distributed . II. Feb.24–Apr.7 (7 weeks) I. Jan.8–Feb.19 (7 weeks) M/$175 B/$105 NM/$185 Wednesdays, 9:30am–12pm II. Feb.26–Apr.9 (7 weeks; Session I: January 7 – February 18 (7 weeks) M/$175 B/$105 NM/$185 Session II: February 25 – April 8 (7 weeks) Tuesdays, 6;30–9pm LJCC Arts Studio Instructor: Celena Burnett Wednesdays, 10am–12:30pm M/$175 B/$105 NM/$185 per session I. Jan.6–Feb.17 (7 weeks) Bree Stallings Instructor: Leon Nichols II. Feb.24–Apr.7 (7 weeks) I. Jan.7–Feb.18 (7 weeks) M/$175 B/$105 NM/$185 Parent + Child = Creative II. Feb.25–Apr.8 (7 weeks; Fun Together M/$175 B/$105 NM/$185 K-5 with Adult Thursdays, 10am–12:30pm Paint a pre-made seder plate with your Instructor: Celena Burnett own design . We will have Hebrew letters INDEPENDENT I. Jan.8–Feb.19 (7 weeks) on hand to stencil onto your plate and lots STUDY II. Feb.26–Apr.9 (7 weeks) of ideas to help you make a beautiful M/$175 B/$105 NM/$185 plate you will love to use at your next Visual Arts & Ceramics seder, or give as a gift! Ages 16+ All classes are located Saturday, February 7 • 2–4pm Must be approved by LJCC in our fully-equipped M/$40 B/$24 NM/$/50 parent/child Visual Arts Coordinator. LJCC Ceramics Studio. (discount for additional children, pay only $10 $80/month per child extra) (studio use, shelf rental, glazes/underglazes) $16.50 – 25 lbs. of clay QUESTIONS? 704-944-6862 $20 – tool kit as needed [email protected]

26 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Bellydance Level 4 Performing Arts 14+ AwArd For advanced students only . Must have winning Susan Cherin Gundersheim completed all previous levels with Zarifa . AnguAge Visual & Performing Mondays, 8–9:30pm L Arts Director January 5 – March 23 (12 weeks) CLAsses here 704-944-6778 Swimmer Family Aerobics Studio At the J susan.gundersheim M/$96 B/$58 NM/$106 @charlottejcc.org Zarifa (Jane Copeland) THE Israeli Dance Acting 101 18+ (younger students admitted with permission LANGUAGE 18+ of instructor) Express yourself, try something new and Dance the traditional favorites, as well ACADAMY have fun working with others in this Adult as the latest hits from Israel . No partner OF THE CAROLINAS, INC Acting class . We will focus on basic acting needed . All levels welcome . skills, improve and possibly playwriting or Sundays, 2–5pm musical theatre, depending on the interests Spanish Morning Classes Ongoing (monthly sign up required, or Italian of the group . Be part of a nurturing and drop in available) 10am-12pm relaxed environment, collaborate with Swimmer Family Aerobics Studio learn a others, laugh and relieve stress through M/$25 per month or $10 drop in French language Evening Classes 6:30-8:30pm the performing arts! No memorization B/$18 per month or $8 drop in Mandarin required! NM/$35 per month or $15 drop in Mondays, 6:30–8pm Penny Boyes The Language Academy of the January 5 – February 23 (8 classes) Carolinas Gorelick Hall Intermediate Ballet ...is now partnering with Levine JCC to M/$140 B/$84 NM/$150 18+ (younger students admitted with permission offer their award-winning language classes of instructor) on-site here at the J! Classes are small Bellydance Level 1 Study a Cecchetti-based technique staring (3-10 adults) and focus on conversational 14+ at the Barre, moving to center and ending development. across the floor. Focus on grace and Beginners’ class emphasizes technique No tests/no grades! Courses are alignment . Requires some dance training and choreography . Soft shoes, comfortable conducted almost entirely in the language to qualify . dancewear and exercise mats needed . to create an “immersion-style” experience. Sundays, 1–2pm Mondays, 6:30–8pm The Language Academy has been featured Ongoing (monthly sign up required, or January 5 – March 23 (12 weeks) in Charlotte Observer & Charlotte Business drop in available) Swimmer Family Aerobics Studio Journal, and selected by Charlotte Upstairs Aerobics Studio M/$96 B/$58 NM/$106 Magazine as “The Best Place to Learn a M/$35 per month Zarifa (Jane Copeland) Foreign Language in Charlotte.” B/$21 per month Bellydance Level 2 NM/$45 per month Over 50 different classes across 7 14+ Penny Boyes levels. 2 hour classes meet once a week Prerequisite: Level 1 with Zarifa . Veil dance for 8 weeks. and zill (finger symbols) techniques are Private Music Lessons Registration taught . Equipment above, plus zills required . For registration and a complete schedule Wednesdays, 6:30–8pm For Adults – see p. 14 Voice • Guitar of classes, please visit: January 7 – March 25 (12 weeks) carolinalanguage.com Upstairs Dance Studio Piano • Drums M/$96 B/$58 NM/$106 Class registration deadline is 3 days prior Zarifa (Jane Copeland) to start of class and may be postponed due to low enrollment (3 min). Bellydance Level 3 14+ Tuition Prerequisite: Levels 1 & 2 with Zarifa . A Per 8-week session; all materials included. cane dance and advanced zill techniques M/$244 B/$209 NM/$294 are taught . Equipment above, plus a veil NOTE: Registration is now being processed required . through The Language Academy; however Wednesdays, 8–9:30pm ALL classes are held at the Levine JCC. January 7 – March 25 (12 weeks) Upstairs Dance Studio M/$96 B/$58 NM/$106 Zarifa (Jane Copeland)

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 27 Enrichment ad u lts 50+ Jodie Iagnocco Pickle Ball Ladies Co-Director, Senior Adults 50+ An excellent workout . Played indoor with & Adult Services a paddle, tennis net and whiffle ball. 704-944-6753 Night Out Mondays – Fridays, 9:30–11:30am jodie.iagnocco Ongoing @charlottejcc.org Howard R. Levine Gymnasium M/B/FREE ad u lts 1 8+ Oasis/$20 per month NM/$35 per month LJCC and Levine-Sklut Judaic Drop-in fee: NM/$5 per day Library Adult Book Club Join us for this informal, thought provoking, Open Bridge social opportunity . The group chooses Adults 50+ Wed, February 11 book selections . Group is self-lead with All levels are invited to play with this occasional guest facilitators . open, welcoming group . Brighten up the winter blues Tuesdays, 10:30am 1–4pm by relaxing your mind and January 20 • February 17 Tuesdays (all welcomed) body with a wonderful For more information and location contact Thursdays (bring a group to play) relaxation session. Ongoing $5 Talli Dippold at the Levine-Sklut Library Food & wine to be served 704-944-6780 or [email protected] Weinberg Adult Center Oasis/M/B/FREE NM/$2 per session (of course!) RSVP by 2/7 Learn a Language See ad on page 27 for details . Tai Chi/Qigong Modern Fiction Adults 50+ Adults 50+ Improve your strength, balance and Read and discuss the best contemporary Learn to Play Canasta flexibility through this gentle form writers of the Short Story . Book available Adults: Men, Women or Couples Welcome . of fitness. for purchase in the Weinberg Center . Learn Canasta from a master . With these INTERMEDIATE Level Wednesdays, Ongoing lessons you’ll be playing like a pro in just Tuesdays, 11:45am–12:45pm 3 sessions . 10–11am Ongoing Room A-111 Thursdays, 6:30–8:30pm BEGINNER Level Tuesdays, 1–2pm Oasis/M/B/$6 per month NM/$12 per month January 15 – 29 (3 weeks) Diana Newell Wednesdays, 10am–12pm Ongoing Session 1: January 14 – 28 (3 weeks) Swimmer Family Aerobics Studio Healthy Living Session 2: February 11 – 25 (3 weeks) Oasis/M/$25 B/$15 NM/$35 per month (Min. 4 people per session - Max. 12) Drop-in fee: M/B/$8 p/class NM/$10 p/class Healthy Aging M/$60 B/$40 NM/$75 per session Mike Gentile Adults 50+ Join us for third annual series of enlightening, Empower Hour educational and FREE seminars on Healthy Adults 50+ Aging . Each month a professional guest Join our facilitators for an enriching, speaker will share their expertise on how monthly discussion group, which will to make our adult years the healthiest explore many topics to enhance your and best ever! Join us for a light healthy mind, spirit and body . This class will snack . Feel free to bring a dairy/vegetarian “empower” you to deal with the changing lunch. Look for monthly fliers with needs of your life . detailed information . 3rd Monday of each month, Ongoing January 15 • February 17 1pm 12–1pm Room A-111 Rm. A111 Oasis/M/B/FREE NM/$2 per class FREE Nicole Levine (from JFS) and Nurse Lorrie Klemons For more Information, Contact Nurse Lorrie 704-944-6880 or [email protected]

28 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Get Involved! LJCC’s Social Action Committee We welcome all LJCC members to join us! LJCC Cares making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to donate to a homeless shelter We need YOU to help develop/implement Social Action activities in our community. The committee meets once a quarter and is co-chaired by Jennifer Newman (Every Day, Any Day) and Debra Van Glish. Gift Cards Levine JCC wants to engage our members in a variety of ... are needed to provide supplies for birthday social action programs within the community. Under the parties at Bright Blessings and for the Ronald banner of LEVINE JCC CARES, we will bring our community McDonald House Meal Preparation & Cookie together to perform Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) Crew. Please consider donating gift cards (any and Gemilut Hasadim (acts of loving kindness). amount!) from larger retailers such as Costco, Harris Teeter, Wal-Mart and Pizza Hut. Please drop off at the LJCC front desk.

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(Annually) This has been a very inspiring (Monthly) experience. Many people have died Ronald McDonald during the Holocaust and being The Butterfly Project able to make a butterfly for a House of Charlotte little girl that has died makes The Butterfly Project is expecting more Participate in Meal Preparation me feel good for being able to to provide the families of children than 5,000 students from Mecklenburg reflect on this terrible time. being treated in area medical and four surrounding counties to facilities with a safe, affordable, caring participate in workshops “home away from home.” during the 2014-2015 school ______year. During workshops, they Emma • Sunday, January 25 (Dinner prep) ______Butterfly Project Reflection Card:16 listen to a Holocaust survivor • Sunday, March 22 (Dinner prep) My experience at the Butterfly Project Contact: [email protected] speak, use the Holocaust and its lessons to discuss was great. It really made me think about the atrocities the Jewish people prejudice, discrimination and ______faced in the Holocaust. This really ______12 stereotyping, visit the Margaret ______Josh___ and Lou Schwartz Butterfly made me realize how important it is Butterfly Project Reflection Card: Garden and paint a ceramic to speak for the acceptance of all people in society. This morning has affected the way I look at butterfly in memory of a life. The things I have and do will be forever specific child who perished thought upon in a new way. From learning about in the Holocaust. the horrendous struggle, to hearing about an Volunteers are needed to assist at the workshops! angerable hate pyramid, to learning about the freedom of a butterfly. I will never For more information, please contact Dana Kapustin forget this moment. at [email protected]

Julie Rizzo, Development & Social Action Director • 704-944-6730 • [email protected]

Registration Begins for Members: Monday, November 10, 2014 • Non-Members: Monday, November 17, 2014 29 30 M=Member B=Benefactor NM=Non-Member Main Number 704-366-5007• charlottejcc.org • facebook.com/levinejcc Writer’s Workshop Open Bridge Seniors If you are serious about writing and enjoy All levels are invited to play with this getting feedback from your peers, join us! open, welcoming group . Jodie Iagnocco We meet each week to share our writing Tuesdays, 1-4pm (all welcomed) Co-Director, Senior and critiques . Thursdays, 1-4pm (bring a group to play) & Adult Services 2nd and 4th Monday of each month Weinberg Adult Center • Ongoing 704-944-6753 9:30–10:30am • Ongoing Oasis/M/B/FREE NM/$2 per session jodie.iagnocco Check Oasis newsletter for specific dates @charlottejcc.org Room A-111 • Free Modern Fiction Short Story Bookclub Please note that all Levine JCC senior Painting – Acrylics Senior Adult members are eligible to participate in Senior Adult Read and discuss the best contemporary Oasis programs at pricing set for Discover the joy of painting with acrylics . writers of the Short Story . Oasis-only members. All levels welcome . Check Oasis newslet- Wednesdays, 10–11am • Ongoing ter for specific dates. Check Oasis newsletter for specific dates 1st and 3rd Monday of each month Room A-111 Senior Field Trips 10am-11:30am • Ongoing Oasis/M/B/$6 per month NM/$12 per month Diana Newell Sponsored by Stan Greenspon Room A-110 Oasis/M/$5 B/$3 NM/$10 per class Charitable Foundation Exercise of the Mind The last Wednesday of every month Senior Adult we offer an educational or Empower Hour A stimulating and dynamic discussion recreational field trip. Please check Senior Adult class designed to enhance the lives of the Oasis newsletter and the Levine Join our facilitators for an enriching, seniors . monthly discussion group, which will JCC website for details or visit the Three Fridays each month, 10:10–11am Weinberg Adult Center . explore many topics to enhance your mind, spirit and body . This class will “empower” Check Oasis newsletter for specific dates Room A-111 you to deal with the changing needs of Chair Yoga your life . Oasis/M/B/FREE NM/$2 per class The ancient art of Yoga pairs breathe with Elaine Chernotsky 3rd Monday of each month, 1pm movement, while improving your flex- Room A-111 • Ongoing ibility, strength, and balance, all from a Inside Israel seated position . Oasis/M/B/FREE NM/$2 per class Senior Adult Nicole Levine (from JFS) and Nurse Lorrie Klemons Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Our new community Shlicha will take you 11:15am-12pm • Ongoing Tai Chi/Qigong on a monthly exploration through Israel, Levinson Family Place with discussions on Art, History, Culture Senior Adult and Politics . Cost for 12-class card* Improve your strength, balance and flexibility Oasis/M/$25 B/$15 NM/$35 through this gentle form of fitness. Check Oasis newsletter for specific topics, dates and times. INTERMEDIATE Class 1pm • Room A-111 Senior Exercise Tuesdays, 11:45am–12:45pm • Ongoing Oasis/M/B/FREE NM/$2 per class Increase your flexibility, agility, balance BEGINNER Class New Adi Rodavsky and strength in a fun, relaxed environment . Tuesdays, 1–2pm Time Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays Swimmer Family Aerobics Studio A.J.’s Monthly Book Club 11am–12pm • Ongoing Oasis/M/$25 B/$15 NM/$35 per month Senior Adult Gorelick Hall Drop-in fee: M/B/$8 p/class NM/$10 p/class Join Audrey’s book club and be a part of Cost for 12-class card* Mike Gentile thought provoking and challenging discussions . Oasis/M/$25 B/$15 NM/$35 Open Games See Oasis Newsletter for dates & times Leigh Mosier Jacobson Room A-111 • Ongoing Adult/Senior Adult Oasis/M/B/FREE NM/$2 per class Creative Writing - Write Now! Bring your friends and play your favorite games together . Mah Jongg, Canasta, For monthly book selection or more information Put your words on the pages: memoir, fiction, contact Audrey Herman at 704.944.6753 or poem or essay, and receive suggested as- board games, and more . Coffee and [email protected] signments and tips from the instructor . cookies provided . Please call in advance to schedule your game . Mondays, 1–2:15pm • Ongoing Questions about Medicare? Room A-110 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am-4pm Oasis/M/$12 B/$6 NM/$20 per month Ongoing FREE counseling available with a or M/$5/class NM/$7/class Weinberg Adult Center SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Oasis/M/B/FREE NM/$2 per session Barbara Lawing Information Program) volunteer. For more info, or to make an *Chair Yoga & Senior Exercise Cards may be For more classes, programs and activities, purchased in the Weinberg Adult Center. check the Monthly Oasis Newsletter appointment, call 704-944-6753.

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