Sid Jacobson JCC

Partners with the Community: Israel’s Declaration of Independence by Neil Rogachevsky
2024-02-28 19:30 (America/New_York) | Woodbury Jewish Center, 200 South Woods Drive, Woodbury, NY, 11797, United States
Through a presentation of the drafts of Israel’s Declaration of Independence in English for the first time, see the dilemmas of politics, diplomacy, and values faced by Israel’s leaders as they charted the path to independence and composed what became modern Israel’s most important political text.

Author Breakfast: Küntslers in Paradise by Cathleen Schine
2024-03-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Virtual, NY
Mamie was only 11 when her family escaped Vienna in 1939 and made their way to Lose Angeles with other Jews escaping Hitler. Now in 2020, Mamie tells her grandson Julian the buried stories of her years in California. This program will be presented virtually only.
$60

Seven Blessings Film Screening
2024-03-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
See the acclaimed 2023 Israeli dramedy, Seven Blessings, winner of 10 Ophir Awards, Israel’s version of the Oscars, including Best Film.
The film is in Hebrew with English subtitles, and includes behind-the-scenes footage from the film’s producer.
Each ticket includes a drink and snack. Proceeds from the event will help support Shevet Gefen activities.
Presenting Sponsor: Hagit Bodner • Star Sponsor: Smadar Chen
$30 per person

Shabbat Dinner: Purim Style
2024-03-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Welcome in Shabbat and honor Purim – the joyous Jewish festival – with dinner, wine, and holiday treats! Come in costume or pick up a mask upon arrival, to show off your inner Esther as we celebrate the saving of the Jews from evil Haman’s plot! We will be sharing stories of strong women across history and Bonnie Sperry, Executive Director of NCJW Peninsula Section, will join us to speak on how Jewish women continue to shape the world today.
$30 members / $40 nonmembers

Partners with the Community: The Last of the Seven by Steven Hartov
2024-03-18 19:30 | Temple Beth Israel, 1 Temple Drive, Port Washington, NY, 11050, United States
A spellbinding novel of World War II based on the little-known history of the X Troop — a team of European Jews who escaped the continent only to join the British Army and return home to exact their revenge on Hitler’s military.

Partners with the Community: The Night Travelers by Lucas Correa
2024-03-26 19:30 | Melville Jewish Center, 2600 New York Avenue, Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Four generations of women experience love, loss, war, and hope from the rise of Nazism to the Cuban Revolution and finally, the fall of the Berlin Wall in this sweeping novel.

Author Breakfast: Overture of Hope by Isabel Vincent
2024-04-04 10:30 - 12:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Vincent, a New York Post investigative journalist recovers the story of two British sisters who masterminded a plan to spirit dozens of Jewish stars and personnel of the German and Austrian opera to England and save them from a terrible fate under the Third Reich.
$60

Shabbat Dinner: An Early Passover Celebration
2024-04-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Welcome in Shabbat with friends, old and new! We’ll light the Shabbat candles, recite the blessings and prayers, and enjoy a delicious Kosher plant-based meal in honor of Earth Day.
$30 members / $40 nonmembers

Author Breakfast: Hope by Andrew Ridker
2024-05-02 10:30 - 12:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
In this hilarious and heartfelt novel, follow the Greenspans over the course of one tumultuous year as they question, and compromise, the values that have shaped their lives.
$60

Partners with the Community: The Apprentice of Buchenwald by Oren Schneider
2024-05-06 19:45 | Temple Beth Sholom, 401 Roslyn Road, Roslyn Heights, NY, 11577, United States
Alexander Rosenberg was a smart and curious teenager who spoke many languages and lived a pampered life with his affluent parents in a Czechoslovakian town. When his family was captured and taken to Buchenwald, his father was gravely injured, and it was up to Alexander to use his talent to save his father’s life.

Shabbat Dinner: Blue + White to Celebrate Yom HaAtmaut
2024-05-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Welcome in Shabbat with friends, old and new! We’ll light the Shabbat candles, recite the blessings and prayers, and enjoy a delicious Kosher meal.
$30 members / $40 nonmembers

Life Lessons from the "Blue Zones"
2024-06-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Researcher and National Geographic journalist Dan Buettner identified five locations around the world – dubbed “blue zones” – that foster a lifestyle of longevity based on nine principles. Key factors include activity, outlook, connections, and diet. Registered dietitian and health supportive chef Zari Ginsburg will virtually span the globe and share how you can incorporate habits and foods from these populations into your daily routine! Snacks that represent the zones will be served.
$25 members / $35 nonmembers

Long Island Ducks Jewish Heritage Night
2024-08-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Fairfield Properties Ballpark, 3 Court House Drive, Central Islip, 11722, United States
Enjoy an evening at the ballpark as the Long Island Ducks play the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, brought to you by the JCCs of Long Island!
Gates open at 4:05pm, game starts at 5:05pm
$18 per ticket

Movie Club: The Lunchbox
2024-09-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Sit back and relax at SJJCC as we screen a different movie each month! September’s film is 2013’s The Lunchbox, about a mistaken delivery in Mumbai’s famously efficient lunchbox delivery system that connects a young housewife to an older man in the dusk of his life as they build a fantasy world together through notes in the lunchbox.
Free for members / $5 nonmembers

Seeing Red, Tasting Red
2024-09-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Nassau County Museum of Art, One Museum Drive, Roslyn, NY, 11576, United States
An exclusive museum experience and wine tasting
Enjoy a private, docent-led tour of the Nassau County Museum of Art’s exciting new exhibition, Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol, followed by a wine tasting featuring a selection of unusual red wine varietals and the fascinating stories behind them.
$75 SJJCC and NCMA members / $90 nonmembers

Holiday Floral Arrangement
2024-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Learn the basics of floral design and assemble a beautiful faux flower centerpiece from craft artist Christin Nash! All supplies are included.
$34 members / $40 nonmembers

Movie Club: Ambulance Girls
2024-10-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Sit back and relax at SJJCC as we screen a different movie each month! In honor of First Responder’s Day, we’ll be showing the 2005 film, Ambulance Girl, starring Kathy Bates as a volunteer paramedic who discovers the perfect way to help herself is by helping others.
Free for members / $5 nonmembers

Autumn Brunch
2024-11-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Recently retired? Empty nester? New to the neighborhood and SJJCC? This is the perfect opportunity to make new friends, enjoy entertainment, and indulge in food, while discovering all the amazing programs and events we offer to keep you active, engaged, and inspired in this exciting next phase of life!
$25 members / $35 nonmembers per person

Singles Café V55: Pizza Party
2024-11-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Marinara Pizza, 5 Glen Cove Road, Greenvale, NY, 11548
Mix and mingle while learning to make your own pizza with a Master Chef! Unlimited pizza, salad, and drinks included. Advance registration required, walk-ins will not be permitted.
$20 members / $25 nonmembers

Israeli Market
2024-11-15 09:00 - 14:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Experience the flavors and vibes of Israel when our lobby is transformed into a market! Pick up authentic items for your Shabbat dinner, find unique treasures for your home, and get to know our RCFI staff!

Holiday Boutique
2024-11-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Looking for the perfect gift, or maybe something special for yourself? Our Holiday Boutique will feature clothing, jewelry, accessories, and more! From unique treasures to one-of-a-kind finds, there’s something for everyone on your list (including you)!
Support local vendors, and get into the holiday spirit with us!

Movie Club: When Harry Met Sally
2024-11-27 14:30 - 16:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Before we gather with family and friends, we’ll be showing the romance classic, When Harry Met Sally!
Free for members / $5 nonmembers

Singles Café V55: Bingo at Ben's
2024-12-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Enjoy dinner, mixing and mingling, and Bingo games!
$30 members / $35 nonmembers

Spotlight Speaker: On Being Jewish Now
2024-12-11 10:30 - 12:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
ON BEING JEWISH NOW BOOK PANEL WITH ZIBBY OWENS, AMY BLUMENFELD, BRENDA JANOWITZ, AND JANE L. ROSEN
Get inspired at our thought-provoking discussion featuring four of today’s bestselling authors who have contributed to On Being Jewish Now. This intimate and hopeful collection of essays from authors and advocates delves into what it means to be Jewish, how life has transformed since October 7th, and the enduring culture that unites these experiences. Event moderated by Zibby Owens.
FEATURING
Zibby Owens, bestselling author and founder/CEO of Zibby Media and has been called “NYC’s Most Powerful Book-fluencer” (Vulture). Creator and host of the award-winning daily podcast Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books.
Amy Blumenfeld, an award-winning author and journalist, Amy’s debut novel, The Cast, was the winner of the Independent Publisher Book Award in Popular Fiction.
Brenda Janowitz, author of eight novels, including The Grace Kelly Dress and The Audrey Hepburn Estate. Her New York Times Modern Love column was recently chosen as one of the top 10 in the past 20 years.
Jane L. Rosen, Huffington Post contributor and author of five novels, including her latest release, Seven Summer Weekends, touted a “must read” by People® Magazine.
$36

St. Francis Outreach Bus
2024-12-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
St. Francis Hospital is offering free health screenings for adults 18 years and older at Sid Jacobson JCC. Screenings include a brief cardiac history, blood pressure, and a simple  blood test for cholesterol and diabetes. Free flu shots will also be available. No appointment is required.

December Book Club
2024-12-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Share your thoughts on today’s best-selling novels, moderated by Nicole Yablans, an English teacher and library consultant. December’s selection is God of the Woods by Liz Moore. The New York Times bestseller and The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon’s summer reads winner is a multi-threaded story that invites readers into a rich and gripping dynasty of secrets and second chances.
Tuesday, December 17, 7-9pm
$20 members / $30 nonmembers

Spotlight Speaker: The Joy of Costco by David and Susan Schwartz
2025-01-26 11:30 - 13:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Go on a whirlwind tour of Costco warehouses from around the globe with the Schwartz’s — two of the store’s biggest fans — who have visited at least one warehouse in 47 states and 13 countries!
Enjoy brunch at the event and “sample” all of your favorite Costco food!
$40

Book Club: The Plot
2025-01-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Share your thoughts on Jean Hanff Korelitz’s New York Times bestselling thriller, The Plot, moderated by Nicole Yablans, an English teacher and library consultant.
$20 members / $30 nonmembers

Anne Frank: The Exhibition
2025-02-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Go on an immersive tour of a full-scale recreation of the Annex where Anne Frank, her family, and other inhabitants spent two years hiding to evade capture by the Nazis in Amsterdam. Includes tour at the Center for Jewish History in Manhattan, lunch at Jack’s Wife Freda, and transportation to and from the JCC.
Light bites at SJJCC beginning at 9am, bus departs at 9:30am, tour begins at 11:30am
$165 per person

Super Bowl Party
2025-02-09 17:30 - 22:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Ready for the big game? Join us for our Super Bowl LIX Watch Party. Enjoy food, mingling, games, and see who takes home this year’s Lombardi Trophy!
$40 early bird pricing / $45 after Monday, February 3
