



At Sid Jacobson JCC’s Edward & Bernice Wenger Center for the Arts, creativity becomes a lifeline—building bridges across generations while opening spaces for identity, dialogue, and joy. Our community arts hub makes creative expression accessible, bold, and transformative, empowering everyone to discover the power of artistic voice and shared experience.
Discover Our Arts + Culture Programs
Take center stage with cultural experiences that entertain, educate, and inspire. From bestselling authors to community theater productions, our diverse programming brings stories to life. Be moved by visual exhibitions in artSpace gallery, or venture beyond our walls with curated cultural excursions.
LITERARY ARTS Author talks, intimate Q&As, and Jewish book celebrations that spark meaningful conversation
COMMUNITY THEATRE Dynamic performances, original productions, and showcases featuring local talent on our stage
ARTSPACE Rotating exhibitions featuring contemporary works, emerging artists, and thought-provoking installations
CULTURAL EXCURSIONS Curated outings connecting you to museums, performances, and artistic experiences throughout the region
Why Creative Expression Matters
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or curious newcomer, our educational workshops and cultural programming welcome every creator and culture enthusiast. Through hands-on learning, live performances, and immersive experiences, we nurture artistic growth at every level.
Associate Executive Director, Adult Programming
For over 30 years, Audrey has put the needs of SJJCC members first along with motivating them through classes and clinics in aquatics, fitness, and sports. Starting her career at…
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Your Guide to Upcoming Arts Events
Explore upcoming events across Nassau County and Long Island. Reserve tickets, join our mailing list, and become part of a vibrant creative community that celebrates artistic expression in all its forms.
Discover the joy of drawing in a welcoming environment that encourages creativity…
November 6, 2025 Singles Café V55: NovemberMix and mingle as you expand your social circle in a welcoming…
November 13, 2025 Author Breakfast: Six Days in Bombay by Alka JoshiInspired by the life of the real-life Hungarian Jewish-Indian painter of the…
December 4, 2025 Author Breakfast: Such Good People by Amy BlumenfeldBlumenfeld, a Roslyn resident, weaves the past and present together in this…
December 4, 2025 Singles Café V55: DecemberMix and mingle as you expand your social circle in a welcoming…
March 26, 2026 Author Breakfast: Fagin the Thief by Allison EpsteinA reimagining of the world created by Charles Dickens, seen through the…
April 28, 2026 Partners with the Community: Paris Undercover by Matthew GoodmanTwo women. One war. Countless secrets. Step into Nazi-occupied Paris and uncover…
May 7, 2026 Author Breakfast: Typewriter Beach by Meg Waite ClaytonAn unforgettable historical novel told across dual timelines, centered on the unlikely…
Brought to you by our Edward & Bernice Wenger Center for the Arts