FAMILY ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE SYJCC

The Power of Community
HERE FOR YOUR FAMILY

Family Engagement creates a variety of opportunities for young families in and around our communities to meet and engage with each other in a meaningful way.

EVENTS

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Shabbat Family Picnic

Welcome in the New Year with US!

Grab your lawn chairs and blankets, pack a picnic dinner and get ready for a Shabbat filled night with music and dancing with Gayle Gitlitz on the SYJCC back field. Special singing performance by the 3’s and 4’s from the Early Learning Center at the SYJCC.

Friday, September 22, 2023 | 5:30-7:00 pm

Bring a friend. Open to the community
Parent(s) of Guardian is responsible for the supervision of their child(ren) during this event.

FREE for all

To Register, please

SWIM & FITNESS

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Bubble Bumpers
Toddler & Me Swim Class

Ages 2-3 Years

Build confidence in and around the water, promote independence by using a flotation device in the pool, and teach pre-separation skills to encourage children to swim on their own.

Sundays | 9:00-9:45 am
New Sessions Begin: October 1, 2023 

10 Sessions
Fee $250 | Member Discounted Fee $200

To Register, please

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Swim with Me
Baby & Me Swim Class

Ages 6 months-2 years

Have fun exploring movement in the water, building confidence in the pool, and learning best safety practices in and around the water, all while having fun splashing around!

Sundays | 10:00-10:45 am
New Sessions Begin: October 1, 2023 

10 Sessions
Fee $250 | Member Discounted Fee $200

To Register, please

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Family Yoga
All Ages 

Join us to:

  • Practice Yoga – all levels welcome
  • Meet other young families in the community
  • Bond as a family in a unique and physically healthy way
Saturdays | 10:00-10:45 am 

Members: FREE
Non-Members: Drop in rate $15 per family

JEWISH PROGRAMS

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KVELL Together Series is Back!

Enjoy Holiday FUN for the WHOLE Family!

3-part series

Sweet Cookie Decorating

Welcome in the sweet new year with a cookie decorating workshop for the whole family. Each family will go home with a tray of uniquely decorated Jewish New Year themed cookies.

Sunday, September 10, 2023 | 2:00-4:00 pm

Fee $25 | Member Discounted Fee $18

Stories and Supper in the Sukkah

Join our Jewish Educator Bat-Sheva Slavin for “Stories & Supper” in the Sukkah. Pack your family’s favorite supper and enjoy interactive stories of the holiday.

Sunday, October 1, 2023 | 4:00-6:00 pm

FREE for Members but space is limited!

Family Challah Bake 

Join us for a Family Challah Bake, connecting the Jewish American Story of the Holiday of Thanksgiving. Leave with 2 braided challahs and cranberry chutney for your family to enjoy together.

Sunday, November 5, 2023 | 2:00-4:00 pm

Fee $25 | Member Discounted Fee $18

To Register for any series, please

MUSIC & MOVEMENT

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Baby & Me Rockin’ Shabbat

CALLING ALL BABIES…0 months – 2 years old

Join Gayle Gitlitz for music and songs, dancing and more, during this fun and interactive class. All centered around Jewish culture and Shabbat celebration, leaving you with a feeling connection. You will take home great Shabbat idea for the whole family!

Fridays | 10:00-10:45 am
New Sessions Begin: September 22, 2023
(no class 10/13)

This class is currently FULL

To join the waitlist, please

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Move ‘N Groove With Miss Gayle

JOIN Early Childhood Music Specialist, Gayle Gitlitz for a 7-week music and movement class that will have you movin’ and groovin’ to the beat.

Thursdays | 11:00-11:45 am
New Sessions Begin: September 21, 2023
(no class 10/12)
This class is currently FULL

To join the waitlist, please

FOR PARENTS

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*NEW The Perfect Blend- COFFEE CHATS

“Brewin’ Babies” Decaf Coffee Chats
Join a group of expectants mothers for some decaf coffee and lite bites while you bond over your common experiences

Tuesdays | 9:30-10:30 am
Begins: September 19, 2023 

“Infant & Me” Coffee Chats
Join a group of parents and caregivers with infants, in strollers for some coffee and lite bites while you share milestones, celebrations and challenges.

Thursdays | 9:30-10:30 am
Begins: September 21, 2023 

Fee $5 per session

To Register, please

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Cornhole Fall Indoor League

Not just a Summer game! Compete while having fun! Each week will consist of two series a night. Best of 5 wins the series!

Thursdays | 6:00 pm
Begins: September 21, 2023 

Registration will be taken in teams of 2-4 people.
Maximum of 32 people total- 8 teams of 4

6 weeks | Fee $115 per team | Member Discounted Fee $110 per team 

To Register, please

womens book group

Over “BOOK”ed
The Busy Mom’s Book Club 

Join us for a new book read each month! It’s never too late to join!
Meets 2nd Thursday of the Month | 7:00-9:00 pm
Next Meeting: September 14, 2023
Next Book: The Apology by Jimin Han
FREE to Members
To Register, please
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Young Mom’s Mah Jongg

It’s Time To Get Your Mah Jongg On!

If you missed our past Young Moms Mah Jongg class, don’t worry…now’s your chance to join our instructor, Melissa Gordon for a fun night of Mah Jongg!

*students must purchase a Mah Jongg card at nationalmahjonggleague.org
Thursdays | 7:00-9:00 pm
Fee $125 | Member Discounted Fee $100
If you are interested in joining a session in the Fall, please
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Adult Pick-Up Basketball

Grab your basketball, lace up your shoes, and invite your friends, it’s time to shoot some hoops! Head down to the SYJCC indoor courts and join any pick-up game. First come first serve.

Saturdays & Sundays | 7:30-9:00 am
Thursdays | 5:00-6:30 pm

FREE to members.

COMING SOON

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Family Paint Night

Get Creative, bond with your child, meet new friends, and go home with your very own masterpiece.