Sid Jacobson JCC

December Book Club
2024-12-17 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Author Talks: Parenting Anxious Kids - Understanding Anxiety in Children by Age and Stage by Regine Galanti, PhD
2025-01-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
While it’s normal for children of all ages to experience fears and worries, if your child’s anxiety interferes with their daily life, it’s time to seek help. This accessible, research-based guide is filled with actionable steps to help your child conquer their anxiety. Presented in collaboration with our Dr. Gayle R. Berg Center for Psychological Resilience.
$20

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

Movie Club: The Joy Luck Club
2025-01-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
In honor of Lunar New Year, join us to watch this emotional film about a group of Chinese women sharing family stories over a game of Mah Jongg.
Free for members / $5 nonmembers

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

Murder Mystery Brunch
2025-02-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Step into a thrilling whodunit while enjoying a delicious meal! Work with (or against!) your fellow detectives to crack the case, uncover clues, and solve the crime before the culprit gets away.
$40 members / $50 nonmembers

Gypsy on Broadway
2025-03-05 10:30 - 18:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Everything’s Coming Up Roses when Audra McDonald, the 6-time Tony Award winner, stars in the Broadway revival of Gypsy! The musical, featuring the music of Stephen Sondheim and based on the memoirs of burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee, follows Rose, an ambitious mother, as she travels the country with her daughters, June and Louise, in pursuit of vaudeville success. Included in the cost are premium orchestra seats, brunch at SJJCC, and transportation to and from SJJCC.
Brunch begins at 10:30am, bus departs SJJCC at 11:45am, showtime is 2pm
$285 per person

(Mostly) True Things: A Storytelling Event
2025-03-08 19:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Get ready for an evening of laughter, intrigue, and heartwarming tales! In this interactive event, a lineup of storytellers share captivating stories—but there’s a twist. All but one have woven subtle lies into their tales. During the second act, it’s your turn to play detective! Ask questions, uncover clues, and cast your vote to reveal who’s telling the truth. Wine and cheese will be served.
$35 members / $40 nonmembers

Partners with the Community: Lovers in Auschwitz by Keren Blankfeld
2025-03-17 19:30 - 20:30 | Temple Beth Israel, 1 Temple Drive, Port Washington, NY, 11050, United States
The true story of two Holocaust survivors who fell in love in Auschwitz, were separated upon liberation, and found each other again more than 70 years later.

All Your Ever Wanted to Know About Menopause
2025-03-19 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Join us for an enlightening discussion about menopause with JoAnna Paolilli, MD, an OBGYN and assistant professor. From understanding symptoms and hormonal changes to navigating this life stage with confidence, gain valuable insights and answers to your most pressing questions.
Free for members / $5 nonmembers

Book Club: The Sequel
2025-03-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Share your thoughts on Jean Hanff Korelitz’s The Sequel, the follow up to her New York Times bestselling thriller, The Plot, moderated by Nicole Yablans, an English teacher and library consultant.
$20 members / $30 nonmembers

An Evening with Olympian Peter Paltchik
2025-03-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, 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 chase their dreams.
$20 members / $30 nonmembers

Israeli Movie Night: Come Closer
2025-03-29 19:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, 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 Hebrew with English subtitles.
Each ticket includes a drink and snack. Proceeds from the event support Shevet Gefen activities.
$30 in advance / $35 at the door

Master Zumba Class with Nathan Blake
2025-03-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, 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 members / $32 nonmembers

Author Breakfast: We Must Not Think of Ourselves by Lauren Grodstein
2025-04-03 10:30 - 12:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, 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

Singles Café V55: Coffee, Cake + Conversation
2025-04-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Mix and mingle as we celebrate spring, and share your ideas for our upcoming cafés, while enjoying dessert!
$5 members / $10 nonmembers

Community Challah Bake
2025-04-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Let’s knead and braid in celebration of Blue + White Week! Whether you’re an experienced baker or trying your hand for the first time, this event is for everyone. Discover the joy of crafting challah, share laughs and stories with friends and neighbors, and leave with your own beautifully braided loaf to enjoy at home. All ingredients and supplies are provided—just bring your enthusiasm!
$18 members / $36 nonmembers per person
Children ages 12 and under are free

In Conversation with Jean Hanff Korelitz for The Sequel
2025-04-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
In a follow-up to her 2021 Tonight Show Summer Reads Pick, The Plot, Korelitz introduces readers to a new antihero, while illuminating and satirizing the world of publishing in this fun and suspenseful read.
$30

Author Breakfast: The Trade Off by Samantha Greene Woodruff
2025-05-01 10:30 - 12:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Inspired by the true story of a pioneering investment legend, an ambitious young woman strives to find her place amid the promise and tumult of 1920s Wall Street.
$60

Cardio Drum Dance Flow
2025-05-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Get your heart pumping and energy flowing in this high-intensity class with instructor Amy Elias. Using stability balls, drumsticks, and dance moves, you’ll combine rhythm, and cardio for a full-body workout set to an upbeat soundtrack. No experience needed—just bring your excitement and let the beat take over!
$16 members / $25 nonmembers

The American (Jewish) Songbook with Ned Dorman
2025-05-15 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Discover the remarkable stories of Jewish artists who shaped the soundtracks of our lives with a captivating exploration of icons like Irving Berlin, Leonard Bernstein, Carole King, and more. Enjoy music videos, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and gain insights into their creative processes as they redefined the music industry and contributed to The Great American Songbook.
$10 members / $20 nonmembers

Shavuot Paint + Sip Workshop
2025-05-21 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Show off your creative side! Paint a vase to celebrate the holiday and display spring’s beautiful blooms, while sipping on wine and having fun with friends. All materials included.
$35 members / $40 nonmembers

Book Club: Playground
2025-05-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Share your thoughts on Playground by Richard Powers, an epic tale of love, friendship and humanity’s next great adventure, moderated by Nicole Yablans, an English teacher and library consultant.
$20 members / $30 nonmembers

Singles Café V55: Ice Cream Social
2025-06-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Indulge in an evening of sweet treats, casual conversation, and a few good laughs at our next café! Mix and mingle as you expand your social circle in a fun and friendly environment. Pizza will also be served.
$15 members / $20 nonmembers

Yellow Rose Society's Friendship Circle Luncheon Mah Jongg Tournament
2025-06-18 09:30 - 15:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Get ready for a day of strategy, skill, and camaraderie at our tournament, supervised by the Mah Jongg Queen herself, Judy Umansky! Prizes awarded to the first, second, and third place players with a light breakfast and lunch for all.
Proceeds will benefit Sid Jacobson JCC to improve the lives of individuals with dementia and other neurodegenerative conditions and their care partners. 25% of ticket purchases are tax-deductible.
$100 members / $125 nonmembers

Movie Club: The Birdcage
2025-06-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
In honor of Pride month, join us to watch the hilarious 1996 comedy starring Robin Williams as a gay cabaret owner, and Nathan Lane as his drag queen companion who agree to put up a false straight front so that their son can introduce them to his fiancée’s conservative parents.

"An Inside Job" by Daniel Silva
2025-07-13 18:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
SJJCC’s Irene & Ronald Cohen Spotlight Speaker Series in partnership with Theodore’s Books and Gold Coast Forum presents the New York Times bestselling author joins us two days before his new book is out! Legendary spy and art restorer Gabriel Allon is back in a dazzling new tale as he races to recover a lost masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci. Don’t miss this exclusive conversation, expertly guided by CNN correspondent Jamie Gangel, offering an insider’s look at one of the year’s most anticipated thrillers!
The event is sold out, walk-ins unfortunately cannot be accommodated.

Book Club: The Paris Express
2025-07-31 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. July’s selection is The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue, a sweeping historical novel about an infamous 1895 disaster at the Paris Montparnasse train station.
$20 members / $30 nonmembers
