Family Fun Day
2024-12-25 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Enjoy a fun-filled morning with a bagel breakfast, cereal bar, activities, bounce house, family-friendly holiday movie, and a special character meet and greet!
Help us stock the shelves of our Community Needs Bank to help our neighbors in need by donating a nonperishable item of canned protein, jelly, or peanut butter.
Free for members / $18 nonmembers per family

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

Purigefen: Purim Community Celebration
2025-03-16 15:00 - 16:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Experience the joy of the holiday with activities, games, inflatables and music. Take part in in our costume contest, enjoy delicious hamantaschen, and celebrate like they do in Israel! In partnership with the Shevet Gefen Israeli Scouts.

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

Witness Project
2025-04-08 17:30 - 20:00 | Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville, NY, 11548, United States
Witness Project brings together high school students and Holocaust survivors for a collaboration that fosters a deep emotional connection to the themes of loss, resilience, war, and trauma. The powerful stories come alive through performance and art. Against the backdrop of October 7 and surging antisemitism, the stories take on a renewed significance.

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

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

PRIDE MONTH RAINBOW CHALLAH BAKE
2025-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Come together as a loving and harmonious community and show that hate and prejudice have no home at SJJCC. Create a rainbow challah to symbolize unity and joy. This event is fun for all ages, and you’ll leave with a beautiful challah (for you or a friend)!
$5 member/ $10 nonmembers • Register
$5 student • Register
Free for children • Register

Shabbat Dinner
2025-09-05 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-10 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-15 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-27 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-27 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Celebrate Shabbat with community! Share in blessings, candle lighting, and a meal with friends, both old and new.
Fridays, 5-7pm
$30 members / $40 nonmembers per dinner
To discuss food restrictions, please contact Lauren Chizner at lchizner@sjjcc.org
Register: September 5, October 10, November 15, December 12, January 17, February 28, March 27, April 17, May 15

Community Babka Bake with Avery Robinson
2025-09-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Experience the joy of hands-on baking as you craft your own babka—a sweet, twisted loaf full of flavor and tradition. With expert guidance from Avery Robinson, culinary historian, co-founder of Rye Revival, and manager of Black Rooster Food, you’ll learn how to prepare and shape this beloved treat to take home and bake. All ingredients and refreshments are Kosher.
$18 members / $36 nonmembers
Limited space is available for the program, to register, please call 516.484.1545. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

Maccabi Games Information Session
2025-11-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, NY
Join us on Zoom to learn more about the summer 2026 games and have your questions answered. To submit questions beforehand, please email agoodman@sjjcc.org.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link, to register click here.

Chanukah Paint & Sip
2025-12-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Celebrate the holiday with creativity and connection! Paint a dish set that is perfect for latkes, sip your favorite beverage, and enjoy a fun evening with friends. All materials included.
$40 members / $50 nonmembers

Light Up the Night: Chanukah Celebration
2025-12-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with Shevet Gefen’s Israeli Scouts and us with activities, food, music, and lighting the menorah!
To register, contact Lauren Chizner, lchizner@sjjcc.org.

Shabbat Dinner
2026-01-23 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-27 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-27 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Celebrate Shabbat with community! Share in blessings, candle lighting, and a meal with friends, both old and new.
Fridays, 5-7pm
$30 members / $40 nonmembers per dinner
To discuss food restrictions, please contact Lauren Chizner at lchizner@sjjcc.org
Register: January 23, February 27, March 27, April 17, May 15

Spotlight Speaker: Susan Lucci, Actress and Author of La Lucci
2026-01-29 11:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Susan Lucci–Daytime’s Leading Lady–joins us for an extraordinary and intimate conversation about her life, career, and her highly anticipated new memoir, La Lucci.
This event is a pre–book–release appearance.
Thursday, January 29 • 11am
$50 members / $60 nonmembers per ticket

Family Pajama Shabbat Dinner
2026-01-30 17:00 - 18:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Spend shabbat as a family! Enjoy a special evening of community, crafts, music, and fun!
We’ll light the Shabbat candles, recite blessings, and share a joyful meal with friends old and new.
Adult: $18
Children: $10
Register: Adults
Register: Children

Tu BiShvat Family Event
2026-02-01 13:00 - 16:00 | NY, United States
Enjoy a hands-on nature adventure with greenhouse exploration, a take-home planting project and pizza included. Perfect for families with children ages 5–11! Act fast, space is limited!
