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An Evening with Olympian Peter Paltchik

Sid Jacobson JCC 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, United States

Peter, Israel’s most decorated judoka and a two-time Olympian (Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024), a symbol of resilience, determination, and leadership. Despite facing significant injuries leading up to the Paris Games, he triumphed against the odds to win a bronze medal. Join us as Peter shares his extraordinary Olympic journey, inspiring others to persevere and […]

Israeli Movie Night: Come Closer

Sid Jacobson JCC 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, United States

See the acclaimed 2024 Israeli film, Come Closer, winner of 4 Ophir Awards, Israel’s version of the Oscars, including Best Film! The drama follows Eden, who after her brother tragically dies, her grief spirals into obsession when she discovers his secret girlfriend. It is a haunting exploration of love and loss. The film is in […]

Master Zumba Class with Nathan Blake

Sid Jacobson JCC 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, United States

Get ready to have a blast in our high-energy Zumba class with YouTube sensation Nathan Blake! Known as “Mister Worldwide,” Nathan is a dancer, choreographer, and international fitness instructor having taught in more than 40 countries. Perfect for all levels, you’ll get a full-body workout as you dance to upbeat music while having fun! $16 […]

Partners with the Community: Family Declassified by Katherine Fennelly

Melville Jewish Center 2600 New York Avenue, Melville, NY, United States

Fennelly, a social scientist, delves into the rationale and consequences of family secrets by studying her Jewish-Hungarian grandfather – an immigrant who overcame a tragic childhood and rose to become the head of an elite espionage unit in World War II.

Author Breakfast: We Must Not Think of Ourselves by Lauren Grodstein

Sid Jacobson JCC 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, United States

The Read with Jenna pick was inspired by a little-known piece of history in the lives of Jewish occupants of the Warsaw Ghetto in World War II, and is a piercing story of love, determination, and sacrifice $60