



All stages of the parenting process, from deciding when to start a family through to raising a child, come with challenges. The never-ending pressure seems unavoidable and the responsibilities, at times, overwhelming.
With a multitude of products, parenting styles, alternative family constellations, support networks, and differing educational programs, how does a parent find a consistent place to go for solid advice and guidance?
Our Center for Parent Engagement + Education addresses parent’s needs, today and throughout the ever-changing landscape of parenthood, by focusing on each individual family. We offer a welcoming space that features classes and provides resources, lectures and personal consultations for all phases of child-rearing, as well as fostering important social connections. Positive parenting methods, balancing work and family life, as well as engaging in recreational activities for the whole family are just a few of the avenues we are addressing to ensure the needs of parents are being met.
Let the JCC support you throughout your parenting journey, all while enhancing the well-being of your family.
Discover a playful Shabbat experience filled with music, parachute fun, shakers, bubbles, and challah. Sessions begin Friday, September 12, 9:45am-10:30am.
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Registration for our May programs begins on Monday, April 21 for members and Wednesday, April 23 for nonmembers
OFFICE HOURS WITH SUZANNE
Meet with Suzanne to talk about all things parenting! Please email sucohen@sjjcc.org or call 516.484.1545 ext. 289 to schedule an appointment.
Mondays, 10-11:30am
BABY + ME YOGASTARS
Ages: 0-18 months
Move together while singing, dancing, and sharing the joy of yoga! Through stretches, poses, and gentle yoga movements, you’ll help to develop your child’s growing muscles, aid in digestion, and help lead them to better sleep patterns.
6 sessions
Begins Mondays, September 15-November 3, 11:30-12:15pm (no class 10/13 + 10/20)
$225 members, $260 nonmembers
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LITTLE MAESTROS
Have fun and make friends in this class complete with interactive activities, language development segment, musical story time, imaginative and pretend play, puppet shows with a special message, dance party, and more.
7 sessions
$295 members / $330 nonmembers
Ages: 15 months-3 years
Begins Wednesday, September 10–October 29, 10:30-11:15am (no class 9/24) – Register
Ages: 3-15 months
Begins Wednesday, September 10–October 29, 11:30am-12:15pm (no class 9/24) – Register
SENSORY PLAY + MOVEMENT WITH REIMAGINEDNY
Ages: 10 months-3 years
Explore a blend of music, movement, sensory play, and obstacle courses that will help to nurture developmental milestones, ignite exploration, and foster growth and connection!
7 sessions
Begins Thursdays, September 11-October 30, 10:30-11:15am (no class 10/2)
$260 members / $295 nonmembers
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DEVELOPMENTAL PLAY WITH REIMAGINEDNY
Ages: 0-12 months
Bond with your child in a developmental and educational setting in this program developed by a certified occupational therapist and certified physical therapist. Through music and movement, children will participate in activities that promote tummy time, rolling, sitting, crawling and walking. Meanwhile, caregivers receive information, tips, and activities to further their child’s developmental skills in their home environment.
7 sessions
Begins Thursdays, September 11-October 30, 11:30am-12:15pm (no class 10/2)
$260 members / $295 nonmembers
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SHAJAM WITH TKIYA
Ages 3 months-3 years
Enjoy a fun and interactive Shabbat experience with music, parachute, shakers, bubbles, and challah!
7 sessions
Begins Fridays, September 12-October 31, 9:45am-10:30am (no class 10/3)
$225 members / $260 nonmembers
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AMAZING BABIES COMMUNICATING (ABC) WITH ABC SPEECH
Come sing, play, and connect with your little one! Led by a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (and mom of three!), this engaging class uses music, movement, books, and sensory play to spark early communication. Each activity is thoughtfully chosen to support everyday language development—with repetition through songs and routines to make learning stick. You’ll leave with simple strategies that fit right into your day—so supporting language feels natural (and fun!) at home.
7 sessions
Begins Fridays, September 12-October 31, 11:30am-12:15pm (no class 10/3)
6 months-2 years
$295 members / $330 nonmembers
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“What we wanted more than anything was a place where we could feel supported. We found that at the Irene & Ronald Cohen Center for Parent Engagement + Education. We feel we belong, and that is the best part of the Center – the community.” Christina S.
Director of Parent Engagement + Education
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