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In This IssueIn This Issue
Upcoming Holidays & Events
Facility Updates
Summer Camps
Your Support
Membership
Cultural Arts
Fitness
Aquatics
Aquatics
Youth and Teen
Active Adults
Jewish Life
Connect with us!
Upcoming Holidays &Events
Rosh HashanahRosh Hashanah
The Center will be open from7:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Monday, October 3 in
observance of the holiday.
Facility Updates
Our tile replacement and pool maintenance in the Frances A. LewisPool is complete!
Now through Sunday, September 18, we will be performing floormaintenance in the Marjorie and David Arenstein Gymnasium.As a result , the gym wil l be c losed during this t ime, As a result , the gym wil l be c losed during this t ime, andandwil l reopen at normal hours on Monday, September wil l reopen at normal hours on Monday, September 19.19.
Thank you for your patience as we work to keep our facility lookingits best!
Summer Camps
From songs and cheers to sportsand art, campfires and the greatoutdoors...summer is the time forcamp, and camp is the place forsummer. No No mat ter themat ter theinteres t or hobby , al l of i tinteres t or hobby , al l of i twas found this year at thewas found this year at theWeins tein JCC Weins tein JCC Day Camps. Day Camps. With an all-time high inregistration for every camp, top-notchstaff and counselors and newprogramming initiatives for every ageand interest-each day at camp broughtsmiles, adventure and, mostimportantly, memories to cherishforever!
A l l A l l of us here at the Weins teinof us here at the Weins teinJCC would l ike to express howJCC would l ike to express howmuch we enjoyed much we enjoyed spending thespending thecamp season with you and yourcamp season with you and yourfamil ies . See you nex t summer! famil ies . See you nex t summer!
Your Support
Want to make a dif ference in someone's l i fe? When you make a Want to make a dif ference in someone's l i fe? When you make a tax-deduc t ible gif t totax-deduc t ible gif t tothe Weins tein JCC, you do jus t that !the Weins tein JCC, you do jus t that ! Whether it's helping send a child in need to camp, enablingparents in hardship situations afford quality childcare, or providing enriching activities for isolatedseniors- the impact of your generosity is profound. The Weinstein JCC warmly welcomes andappreciates all donations. Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference! THANK YOU.
Membership
Have you heard about our membership special? I f you refer a f riend and I f you refer a f riend andthey become a member, you'l l get one month of membership f ree!they become a member, you'l l get one month of membership f ree!And, the new member you referred wil l only have to pay a $1And, the new member you referred wil l only have to pay a $1regis t rat ion fee and wil l also get a f ree month of membership.regis t rat ion fee and wil l also get a f ree month of membership. It's agreat deal! And, there's no limit to the number of people you can refer or thefree months of membership you can receive, so refer a friend today!
Look ing to advert ise your bus iness? Want to reachLook ing to advert ise your bus iness? Want to reachWeins tein JCC members?Weins tein JCC members? We are now accepting ads for the2017 Weinstein JCC Community Directory. This importantpublication offers your business the opportunity to impactpurchasing decisions for more than 4,000 households. Byplacing an ad, your message will receive many impressions asour members and partners reference this publication for theirdaily needs and communications. In addition, your company willreceive recognition as a Center supporter on our website. For more informat ion about our advert is ing opt ions ,For more informat ion about our advert is ing opt ions ,rates , f i le requirements and more, contac t Margretrates , f i le requirements and more, contac t MargretO'Keefe at O'Keefe at mokeefe@weins teinjcc .orgmokeefe@weins teinjcc .org or 545-8609. or 545-8609.
Questions about Membership? Contact Randi Amar [email protected] or 545-8635.
Cultural Arts
Our 2016-17 Patrons of the Arts guideOur 2016-17 Patrons of the Arts guide is out and ready for v iewing! is out and ready for v iewing! Make sure to check itout to learn about all of the exciting offerings this year.
To s tart of f another fantas t ic season, Light Wire Theater wil lTo s tart of f another fantas t ic season, Light Wire Theater wil lbe performing at the Center on Sunday, October 16 at 2pm!be performing at the Center on Sunday, October 16 at 2pm! Inan age when television, computers and video games reign supreme, thefolks at Light Wire Theater (in conjunction with Corbian Visual Arts andDance) bring their use of cutting edge technology, moving sculpture,and dance to another unforgettable theatrical experience. Light Wire Theater, with its dazzling visuals, poignant choreography andcreative use of music ranging from classical to jazz to pop, literallybrings these classic tales into a new and brilliant light. The cost for this event is $20 for Weinstein JCC Members with a $50family max and $15 for non-members with a $75 family max. The costfor seniors is $15 and $10 for children 12 and under. We hope you'l lWe hope you'l ljoin us for this dazz l ing k ick -of f event ! join us for this dazz l ing k ick -of f event !
Other Upcoming Events :Other Upcoming Events :
The Los t KeyThe Los t KeyIn partnership with Chabad of Virginia, the POA Film Series will presentThe Lost Key on Sunday, September 11 at 3:00 pm at the WeinsteinJCC.
The Lost Key explores how a sexual relationship can go beyond merephysical pleasure and become a spiritual experience where two becomeone. This ancient Kabbalistic secret was kept hidden for centuries, butnow filmmaker Ricardo Adler and leading rabbis of this generation arebreaking a historical tradition and revealing it for the first time. After atraumatic divorce, Ricardo set out to discover how to attain a fulfilling andlasting marriage. His search took him to renowned Torah scholar andmarriage counselor Rabbi Manis Friedman. The film portrays the dramatictransformation of Ricardo's new marriage, and the reactions of othercouples to this revolutionary way to intimate connection. Film will befollowed by a Talk Back with Rabbi Yossel Kranz. Recommended foradult audiences.
The cost is $10 for Weinstein JCC members and $15 for non-members. Click here to buy your ticketsnow!
70th Anniversary Kick -Of f Celebrat ion with I tzhak Perlman: SOLD70th Anniversary Kick -Of f Celebrat ion with I tzhak Perlman: SOLDOUT!OUT!
The Weinstein JCC is celebrating 70 years in the Richmond communitythroughout the 2016-17 year. It will be a year filled with amazing events to honorthis milestone. For our first anniversary event, we are honored to partner with theRichmond Symphony Orchestra in the concert event of a lifetime: world-renowned violinist, Itzhak Perlman will join the Richmond Symphony on Sunday,September 25. This event is sold out!
Questions? Contact Erin Mahone at [email protected] or 545-8644 for more information.
Fitness
P lease note the fol lowing Group Exerc ise schedulePlease note the fol lowing Group Exerc ise schedulechanges for the month of September:changes for the month of September:
Mon/Wed/Fri Gentle Yoga will now start at 9:20 amWed/Fri Zumba will now start at 12:20 pmNew Insanity class on Thursdays at 7:15 am in theGroup Ex StudioNew Ashtanga Yoga class on Monday nights at 7:30 pmin the Dance Studio
Click on the f lyer above for this month's completeClick on the f lyer above for this month's completeGroup Ex schedule. Group Ex schedule.
Our Our Fall Ac t iv ity GuideFall Ac t iv ity Guide is isnow available at the Centernow available at the Centerand and on our webs iteon our webs ite.. We haveseveral exciting fitness classesand programs happening over thenext few months, so make sure tosign-up for them now while spotsare still available!
I t 's not too late to s ign-up forI t 's not too late to s ign-up forour new Football Bootcampour new Football BootcampParty !Party ! Come out for an openingnight of NFL Monday NightFootball. The first half of theRedskins v. Steelers game will beshown, along with fitness challenges and happy hour food, drink and music! Bring your spouse, bringyour friends for this fun Football/Bootcamp night out! The cost is $10 for Weinstein JCC Membersand $15 for non-members. Click here to register now!
Questions? Contact Fitness Director Allison Snyder at 545-8638 or [email protected].
DDon't miss our September l iv ing4li fe news let ter out soon!on't miss our September l iv ing4li fe news let ter out soon!
Early Childhood
Yesterday marked a great f irs t day of Preschool for the 2016-17 year!Yes terday marked a great f irs t day of Preschool for the 2016-17 year! We're lookingforward to another fun year of learning and discovery.
Challah orders are now available!Challah orders are now available! Orders for Rosh Hashanah are due byFriday, September 23 at noon and can be picked up on Thursday, September29 after 10:00am. Orders for Yom Kippur are due by Tuesday, October 4 atnoon and can be picked up Monday, October 10 after 10:00am. Click here forour order form and place yours today!
Questions? Contact Early Childhood Director Donna Peters at 545-8617 or [email protected]
Aquatics
P lease note these important upcoming Aquat ics dates :Please note these important upcoming Aquat ics dates :
Water Aerobics classes start this weekWinter swim team practice begins September 12Swim classes begin the week of September 25. Click here for a full list of classes!
Dolpholina Synchronized Swimming Team ClinicDolpholina Synchronized Swimming Team ClinicInterested or know someone interested in becoming a DolpholinaSynchronized swimmer? We are hosting a synchronized swimmingclinic that will meet on September 13, 15 and 20 from 7:00 - 8:00pm at the Weinstein JCC. The cost is $50 for Weinstein JCCmembers and $90 for non-members. For more information,contact Kelly Johannsen at 545-8640 [email protected]. To regis ter, To regis ter, c l ick herec l ick here. .
This unique team teaches girls synchronized swimmingThis unique team teaches girls synchronized swimmingsk i l ls , sportsmanship and most important ly , teamwork .sk i l ls , sportsmanship and most important ly , teamwork .Part ic ipants compete in local, regional and nat ionalPart ic ipants compete in local, regional and nat ionalmeets .meets .
Questions? Contact Aquatics Director Kelly Johannsen at
545-8640 or [email protected]
Youth and Teen
All of the staff in Kids' Place are excited for another fun-filled school year!Kids' Place began yesterday, and we are already operating at fullcapacity.
Parents, please mark your calendars for the Kids' Place Parent OpenHouse on Wednesday, September 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm to learnmore about everything your child(ren) will be doing with us this year!
For more information about Kids' Place, contact Kids' Place Director LaVenus Harried at 545-8639 or [email protected].
Active Adults
Our next EnRich for Life program is Monday, September12. The Food for Thought segment will begin at 11:30 AM andwill feature guest speaker Dr. John T. Kneebone from the VCUDepartment of History. He will discuss World War II on theHome Front: An American Turning Point. Lunch will beprovided.
The FREE EnRich Sessions will begin at 1:30 PM, and participants will have the opportunity to choosefrom the following tracks:
1:30 PM Challah Baking Class with Rivkah Bart OR1:30 PM Laughter Yoga with Heather Umberger
Please RSVP to the Central Services Desk at 285-6500 or to Adult Programming Coordinator Shari Menlowe-Barck at 545.8611 or [email protected].
NEW! Introduction to Beginning Technology This fall, we're excited to offer two new technology classes foractive adults. Join us on Thursday, September 15 for anIntroduction to Smartphones: A Computer in Your Pocket, and onThursday, September 29 for an Introduction to Laptops: TheWork at Your Fingertips. No prior knowledge or experiencerequired! Just bring your devices to class. The schedule for both classes is as follows:10:30 am - 12:30 pm - Class Q & A12:30 - 1:15 pm - Stay and socialize, bring your lunch, dessert &beverages provided
The cost is $15. Click here to register now! Also new this fall are "Thursdays on the Move!"
This new program will offer a fun-filled day trip once a month to area museums, restaurants, sightseeing, etc. Destination suggestions from participants are appreciated! Transportation from theWeinstein JCC will be provided. The cost and length of the trip will depend on the destination. Thismonth's trip will be on Thursday, September 22 and we'll be going to Agecroft House andGardens and out to lunch. For more information, contact Shari Menlowe-Barck at 545.8611.
Do you enjoy singing, dancing and playing music? If so, come to theCenter on Tuesdays this fall from 10:30 to 11:15 am and participatefor FREE in Music Together, an inter-generational class involvingsongs, chants, dancing and instrumental play with children ranging in agefrom newborn to 4 years old. Class runs September 20 - November 8.Click here or contact Shari Menlowe-Barck to sign-up. Questions? Contact Adult Programming Coordinator Shari Menlowe-Barck
at545-8611 or [email protected].
Jewish Life
Are you look ing for a place where your teens can learn more aboutAre you look ing for a place where your teens can learn more aboutIs rael? Is rael? The Teen Richmond Israel Program is the perfect way for kidsgrades 9-12 to do just that. The program will meet at the Weinstein JCC onOctober 9, 30 and November 6 from 4:00 to 6:30 pm. Regis ter onl ine at Regis ter onl ine atJewishrichmond.org/ i-o/ t ripJewishrichmond.org/ i-o/ t rip..
For more details, contact Doni Fogel at 545-8626 [email protected].
Have you marked your calendar for our monthlyHave you marked your calendar for our monthlyLuncht ime Learning c lasses in partnership with Richmond Hadassah?Luncht ime Learning c lasses in partnership with Richmond Hadassah? Inthis free monthly lunchtime program, presenters will engage participants in interestingdiscussions on various topics relating to Jewish life in our modern world. We willwelcome local Rabbis, Jewish Educators, Community Leaders and others to sharetheir unique experiences and exciting stories. Lunchtime learning is an educational,entertaining and inspiring experience to share with friends old and new!
2nd Wednesday of the month2nd Wednesday of the month11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Questions? Contact Erin Mahone at 545-8644 or [email protected].
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