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Program Guide 2021–2022
Celebrating our
Centers of Excellence
SIJCC .ORG
2021-2022
H O L I DAY O B S E R VA N C E S NORTH SHORE BERMAN SOUTH SHORE BERNIKOW
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Monday Sept. 6 Closed Closed Closed Close at 3 pm
& Labor Day
Tuesday Sept. 7 Rosh Hashanah Closed Closed Closed Closed
Wednesday Sept. 8 Rosh Hashanah Closed Closed Closed Closed
Program Guide Wednesday Sept. 15
Thursday Sept. 16
Monday Sept. 20
Erev Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur
Erev Sukkot
Close at 3 pm
Closed
Close at 5 pm
Close at 3 pm
Closed
Close at 5 pm
Close at 3 pm
Closed
Close at 5 pm
Close at 3 pm
Closed
Close at 5 pm
Tuesday Sept. 21 Sukkot Closed Closed Closed Closed
Wednesday Sept. 22 Sukkot Closed Closed Closed Closed
Monday Sept. 27 Erev Shemini Atzeret Close at 5 pm Close at 5 pm Close at 5 pm Close at 5 pm
LO C AT I O N S & H O U R S O F O P E R AT I O N Tuesday Sept. 28 Shemini Atzeret Closed Closed Closed Closed
J OA N & A L A N B E R N I KO W J CC N A N C Y & R O N A L D AV I S / S O U T H Wednesday Sept. 29 Simchat Torah Closed Closed Closed Closed
1466 Manor Road, Staten Island, NY 10314 SHORE JCC Monday Oct. 11 Columbus Day Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours
718.475.5200 1297 Arthur Kill Road, Staten Island, NY 10312
Thursday Nov. 11 Veteran's Day Observance Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours
Monday – Thursday 6 am – 9:30 pm 718.475.5270
Thursday Nov. 25 Thanksgiving Day Closed Closed Closed 8 am – 12 pm
Friday 6 am – 8 pm Monday – Thursday 8 am – 8:30 pm
Saturday*/Sunday 7 am – 4:30 pm Friday 8 am – 7 pm Sunday Nov. 28 1st Candle Lighting – Chanukah Closed Closed Regular Hours Regular Hours
Saturday Closed Friday Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Closed Closed Closed 8 am – 3 pm
*Sports & Wellness wing only for recreation. In observance of Sunday 8 am – 3 pm
Shabbat, any payment for services including guest passes must Saturday Dec. 25 Christmas Day Closed Closed Closed 8 am – 3 pm
be made in advance. Friday Dec. 31 New Years Eve Closed Closed Closed 8 am – 3 pm
ISADOR ABERLIN/NORTH SHORE JCC J C C / B E R M A N E A R LY C H I L D H O O D Saturday Jan. 1 New Years Day Closed Closed Closed 8 am – 3 pm
485 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10301 CENTER Martin Luther King Day
2221 Richmond Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314 Monday Jan. 17 Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours
718.475.5290 & Tu B'Shvat
Monday & Friday 7 am – 6 pm 718.475.5100 Monday Feb. 21 Presidents' Day Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours
Tuesday – Thursday 7 am – 9 pm Monday – Friday 7 am – 6 pm Thursday March 17 Purim Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours
Saturday – Sunday Closed Saturday – Sunday Closed
Friday April 15 Erev Passover/Yom HaShoah Close at 3 pm Close at 3 pm Close at 3 pm Close at 3 pm
SUNDOWN FRIDAY TO SUNDOWN SATURDAY Saturday April 16 Passover 1st Day Closed Closed Closed Closed
• F rom sundown on Friday to sundown on Saturday, no administrative business is conducted and no regular classes Sunday April 17 Passover 2nd Day Closed Closed Closed Closed
are scheduled.
Thursday April 21 Erev Passover Close at 5 pm Close at 5 pm Close at 5 pm Close at 5 pm
• No money can be exchanged. If something needs to be paid for, other arrangements will be made. All Guest Passes
must be paid for in advance. Friday April 22 Passover 7th Day Closed Closed Closed Closed
• The Bernikow Pool, Gymnasiums, and Fitness Center are open on Saturdays. Saturday April 23 Passover 8th Day Closed Closed Closed Closed
• The JCC is a Glatt Kosher facility. Please do not bring in any outside food that is not Kosher. Friday May 6 Israel Independence Day Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours
Sunday May 8 Mother's Day Closed Closed Regular Hours Regular Hours
Thursday May 19 Lag B'Omer Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours
TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 Membership 17 Camp 26 Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute Monday May 30 Memorial Day Closed Closed Closed 8 am – 5 pm
5 Family Programs 18 E xplorers After School Program 29 Family Solutions to Memory Loss Saturday June 4 Erev Shavuot Closed Closed Close at 5 pm Close at 5 pm
& School’s Out Programs
6 Fitness & Wellness 30 Senior Centers Sunday June 5 Shavuot Closed Closed Closed Closed
8 Sports & Recreation 19 Youth & Teen Programs
32 Social Services & Community Programs
Monday June 6 Shavuot Closed Closed Closed Closed
10 Aquatics 20 Community-Based School Programs
34 Registration Form
Sunday June 19 Father's Day Closed Closed Regular Hours Regular Hours
14 Early Childhood Education 22 Department for People with Disabilities
35 Fundraising & Development
24 r. Esther Grushkin Center for
D Monday July 4 Independence Day Closed Closed Closed 8 am – 5 pm
16 First Foot Forward
Arts + Culture
36 Upcoming Events
Saturday August 6 Tisha B'av Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours Regular Hours
Fall Harvest Festival
Sunday, September 19, 12 pm – 3 pm
Membership Includes inflatables, games on the
field, music, food, and more!
Magical Fun Show with
The JCC has multiple locations, beautiful
facilities, and tons of programs for you Steve Rose
to take advantage of as a member. Professional magician and teacher
Membership is open to people of all races, Steve Rose presents magic
religions, and ethnic backgrounds. We offer tricks that will blow your mind!
several different membership categories.
718.475.5223 Wildside Zoo Animal
MEMBERSHIP@SIJCC .COM
Show with Brian Wild
Discover, pet, and hold all types
of animals such as snakes, lizards,
guinea pigs and rabbits!
SWIM CLUB
WELLNESS
PROGRAM
WELLPRO
SUMMER
OF THE J
FRIENDS
Chanukah Celebration
BENEFITS Spin the dreidel to earn some
gelt, light the menorah, and eat
yummy latkes!
Priority registration • • • • •
Character Breakfast
Discounted rates on programs • • Dance, play, pose, and eat with all
of your favorite story characters!
Bernikow Fitness Center
and Group Ex Classes • • Purim Carnival
• • � Test your luck at game booths
with prizes, make hamantaschen,
Family
Indoor pool and jacuzzi
and march in a costume parade!
Full-service locker rooms, sauna,
and steam • • • Programs Lag B’Omer Picnic
Bring your blanket and enjoy
lunch on the lawn with field
Basketball gymnasium
games, time in the playground,
The JCC is committed to providing
and more!
programs that the whole family can
Outdoor pool and swim club • • enjoy together. All programs take SunriseWALKS and
place at the Bernikow Building unless
Free family and membership Carnival
appreciation programs • • • otherwise noted. Walk and play for a good cause!
SunriseWALKS raises funds for
Cards and Mahjong at the
Bernikow Building • • Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Sunrise
Day Camp-Staten Island, a free
camp for children with cancer and
6 passes per year to be used at the Bernikow Building when not being utilized by other programs or rentals their siblings.
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Fitness & Wellness 718.475.5210
Work out with us in the spacious As part of your membership, you get access
to our 5,000 square feet of equipment and
Dr. Ron & Nancy Avis Fitness Center.
training areas, including brand new treadmills
and bikes!
Wellness Center *NEW* Group Exercise Classes Personal Training Partner Training
Our Wellness Center is launching this fall! We offer our members a variety of free fitness We offer specialized personal training, led by • O
ne-hour session, two people
We will be teaming up with local doctors, classes, including yoga, zumba, pilates, barre, trainers who have a passion for fitness and are $90 per session
hospitals, and other wellness professionals to cycling, and aqua aerobics. We also offer ready to help you get in shape. To schedule • 5 one-hour sessions $425
provide services to support your mind, body, outdoor hikes, weather permitting. an appointment, call the Sports Desk at
and spirit. 718.475.5210.
Learn more about our group exercise classes
A physical therapist will be on site to help you
improve your quality of life through prescribed
at SIJCC.org
Teen Tune Up
exercise, hands-on care, and patient Open Basketball 30-minute sessions Ages 13 - 15
education. We will also have specialty private $45 per half hour
trainings from rehab therapy (on land and in Gymnasium • 3
for $99 1-time intro special offered at
• $40 for up to one hour with a trainer
water), yoga, reiki, strength & conditioning, Children under the age of 16 are only
Members can use our basketball gymnasiums point of evaluation/orientation
and sports-specific training. permitted in the Fitness Center after
during select times throughout the day. • 5 for $210 ($42 per session) undergoing a Teen Tune-Up Certification
We will also be teaming up with medical All baskets are open, with 4 members • 10 for $390 ($39 per session) Course. This allows youth to be trained on
professionals to host monthly wellness allowed per basket. • 20 for $720 ($36 per session) the concepts of fitness and teaches them
lectures regarding various health concerns See our gymnasium schedule at SIJCC.org facility etiquette.
to help educate and improve the wellness of
60-minute sessions
our community.
Kickboxing Class $65 per hour
Stay tuned for more announcements regarding
additional services!
• Half hour for $45 • 5 for $300 ($60 per session) One-on-One Stretching/
• 10 for $550 ($55 per session)
• 20 for $1,000 ($50 per session)
Foam Rolling
• Half hour session $30
• 5 half hour sessions $150
Stretching helps flexibility for increasing range
of motion, while foam rolling increases blood
circulation, reduces lactic acid buildup, and
improves posture.
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Sports & Recreation Tennis
TENNIS@SIJCC .COM
Soccer Tennis lessons take place at the Bernikow
We offer year-round programming for SOCCER@SIJCC .COM Building or Staten Island Academy (715 Todt
athletes of all ages at multiple sites. Hill Road).
All soccer classes take place at the Bernikow
Building. Our program’s goal is to provide 6 – 17 years old
a fun and structured environment for each September 12 – December 19, 9 am – 12 pm
player which will help to prepare them for (no classes November 14 & 29)
skilled athletic participation. Our experienced
Core 24 Basketball Academy trainers are able to engage each player with
non-traditional techniques. This not only
• F ull session
$300 members / $360 non-members
917.662.1293 • BA SKETBALL@SIJCC .COM
helps build your child's athletic skills but • Drop-in class
Led by Coach Mike Reape, Core 24’s mission is to teach, also provides a way to help increase their $30 members / $35 non-members
develop, organize, manage, and offer youth players the self-confidence and social development by • Private lesson
opportunity to learn the fundamental skills of basketball while participating in a friendly and supportive $75 members / $80 non-members
instilling life-lessons and values such as character, teamwork, environment. Monthly payment plans
discipline, respect and sportsmanship. Basketball takes place are available.
at both the Bernikow and Avis/South Shore locations. Sports Camps
Pre-Sessions We offer Basketball, Aquatics, and Soccer
camp in the summer. Visit SIJCC.org for
Tuesday, September 14
Fall/Winter Pre-Sessions Fall/Winter Holiday Clinic Thursday, September 9 & 23 & 30
more information.
Session Core 24 Clinic: Pre-K – 3rd Grade 5 & 6 years old 5 pm – 6:15 pm
BERNIKOW
Tune-Up: Pre-K – 4th Grade October 5 – December 23
December 27, 9:30 am – 11:30 am
$45 members / $50 non-members
7 & 8 years old 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm Gym Rentals
9 – 12 years old 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm Our gyms and sports fields are available for
September 14, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm (no class November 25)
$25 members / $30 non-members Core 24 Clinic: 4th – 8th Grade • 1 class rental for parties or soccer matches. Contact
BERNIKOW December 27, 12 pm – 2 pm $25 members / $30 non-members sports@sijcc.com, for more information.
Tune-Up: 5th – 8th Grade Core 24: Pre-K – 3rd Grade $45 members / $50 non-members • 4 classes
September 14, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
$25 members / $30 non-members
Tuesdays, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
$240 members
$90 members / $110 non-members Krav Maga
$300 non-members CYO Teams We now offer Krav Maga! Krav Maga is an
AVIS We offer two CYO teams for Fall/Winter Session Israeli self defense system that was created
Tune-Up: Pre-K – 4th Grade Core 24: 4th – 8th Grade children in grades 3 – 8 and October 5 – December 23 together with the establishment of the IDF.
September 9, 9:30 am – 11:30 am Tuesdays, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm high school. The season lasts (no class November 25) The system is built out of variety of techniques
$35 members / $40 non-members $240 members three months, and all players from different Martial arts, like western
$300 non-members must practice one day a week. 5 & 6 years old boxing, Ju-jitsu, Karate, rustling and Muy Thai.
Core 24: Pre-K – 4th Grade Games take place on weekends Tuesday, 5 pm – 6:15 pm Visit SIJCC.org for more information.
September 23 & 30 AVIS and weekdays. $275 members / $335 non-members
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Core 24: Pre-K – 4th Grade
$45 members / $50 non-members 7 & 8 years old
Thursdays, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm CYO TRYOUTS Tuesday & Thursday, 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm
$220 members September 12 & 26
$485 members / $545 non-members
$275 non-members
Kindergarten – 4th Grade 10:45 am
5th & 6th Grade 11:45 am 9 – 12 years old
7th Grade – HS 12:45 pm Tuesday & Thursday, 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm
$485 members / $545 non-members
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JCC Pre-Competitive/ Lifeguard Training and CPR by the
Trident Aquatics American Red Cross
Ages 6 – 18 LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION
Focus is on the four competitive strokes: $300 member / $400 non-member
freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and Fee includes pocket mask and certifications
butterfly and promotes the perfection of starts
Prerequisite Swims:
and turns. Designed for beginner swimmers
• Swim 300 yards continuously
with basic knowledge in all strokes, or the
more advanced swimmer not quite ready • Tread water without using arms (hands in
for competition. This is an ongoing program. armpits) for 2 minutes
Please call for tryout times and appointments. • Swim 20 yards, surface dive, retrieve object,
swim 20 yards with object and exit water
within 1 minute, 40 seconds
Trident Aquatics Club @ the JCC
If swims are not passed, a refund will be
Ages 8 – 18 issued minus $25 administration fee.
This United States Swim Team is from
September to August. There are five
training groups. Placement will be based
LIFEGUARD RECERTIFICATION COURSES
$160 member / $185 non-member
on experience, ability level and a tryout
CPR Only: $75 member / $95 non-member
administered by the coaches. Placement is
at the complete discretion of the coaches. The purpose of this course is to help
Aquatics Splash/Aqua Zumba
participants achieve recertification in
Lifeguard Training without having to take
the full content course. Includes Lifeguarding
718.475.5215 • A Q U AT I C S @ S I J C C . C O M
Adult Splash classes consist of combining Skills as well as CPR/AED for the professional
the resistance of water and the power of rescuer and healthcare providers and First
specialized water equipment to give you a Aid – 2 Year Certification.
non-impact, total body workout. All fitness
levels welcome. This program is free for
Grab your suit and dive in with us! all members.
The JCC has both a Jr. Olympic size indoor pool as well as an
outdoor pool that is open in the summer months. We offer
group and private lessons, aquatic therapy, lifeguard training,
a swim team, and more.
Private Lessons for Children & Adults Angelfish
Ages: 4 months & up • Per 30-Minutes: $50 member / $65 non-member
• 30-Minute session
The mission of our Aquatic Therapy team is to provide individuals with a therapeutic experience that will
$35 member / $50 non-member
leave a lifelong impact. Aquatic Therapy allows individuals of all ages and backgrounds to gain a sense of
• 10-pack, 30-Minute sessions comfort and safety in water. This environment promotes the development of confidence and independence,
$315 member / $450 non-member which is carried beyond time spent in the water.
This evidence-based treatment is especially effective for swimmers with diagnoses such as: attention
Gender Swims difficulties, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), sensory challenges, physical disabilities, orthopedic
Please check the online schedule for all gender swim times. injuries, muscle spasms, spinal stenosis, arthritis, and coordination difficulties. Aquatic Therapy consists of
30-minute one to one sessions. Our Certified Instructors work to help individuals improve motor skills, core
strength, endurance, body awareness, motor planning, coordination, and self-regulation.
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A Q U AT I C S • CONTINUED
Group Swim Lessons Levels 1–4 ( 3 – 7 + Y E A R S )
6 sessions with one make-up class offered, $200 member / $340 non-member
refunds not permitted.
• P
arent & Me LEVEL 1 ( S U G G E S T E D AGE 3+)
(4 months – 3 years) For the beginner who is comfortable in the
$155 member / $230 non-member water. Swimmers learn basics of swimming:
bobbing, going underwater, supported front
This is the exciting first dip into the pool for and back and back to front, supported gliding,
children and we make it special for everyone supported flutter kick, supported front crawl
involved! Parents bring their children into arms, and jumping in.
the pool for a fun lesson with one of our
wonderful instructors. Children will learn to
ask permission before entering the water
LEVEL 2 ( S U G G E S T E D AGE 4+)
Swimmers should already be able to float
and how to call for help. They will explore
on front and back and put head under
complete water submersion of the mouth,
water. Swimmers will work on: independent
nose, and eyes, buoyancy on the front and
front and back floating, independent rolling
back, and changing body position with
over from front to back and back to front,
support. Swim diapers are required.
independent front to back glides, front crawl
• B
aby Nemos arms and kicks, back crawl arms and kicks,
(4 months – 16 months) retrieving underwater objects, and jumping
Sundays, 9 am – 9:45 am into water over their head.
$160 member / $230 non-member
• B
aby Dolphins LEVEL 3 ( S U G G E S T E D AGE 5+)
(16 months – 3 years) Swimmers should already be comfortable
Sundays, 10 am – 10:45 am swimming front stroke and swimming on their
$160 member / $230 non-member back. Swimmers will work on gliding, freestyle
with side breathing, backstroke, breaststroke,
and dolphin kicks, retrieving objects in deep
water, treading water, jumping into water, and
compact dives.
LEVEL 4 ( S U G G E S T E D AGE 7+)
Swimmers should already be able to swim
front and back crawl 25 yards. Swimmers
will work on: rotary breathing, freestyle,
backstroke, elementary backstroke,
scissors kick and side stroke, whip kick and
breaststroke, intro to flip turn, treading water,
and diving.
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Infant & Toddler Daycare Pilot Preschool Summer Program
12-month, full-day program, 7 am – 6 pm Full day options available at the Bernikow JCC
Five day a week program available at all sites and Avis/South Shore buildings.
Ages 3 months – 2.9 years
• Available at Bernikow and Berman locations
• Two or three day a week schedule available
PJ Library is a free community program
at Berman.
bringing age-appropriate Jewish themed
The JCC’s Daycare program provides your books and CDs each month to registered
child with a full day of activities, security, and children ages 6 months – 8 years. Participation
care in an environment that stimulates their is open to all. To register for this FREE
growth in all areas of development. program, visitnewyork.pjlibrary.org
Alma Harter Library
The Alma Harter Children’s Library is housed
The JCC is proud to partner with the NYC at the Staten Island Bank & Trust Foundation
Department of Education to offer FREE 3-K Early Childhood wing at the Bernikow JCC.
and Pre-K For All. 3-K & Pre-K For All are This library gives children access to books
offered at all four of our locations. We offer that keep them entertained while fostering a
Early Childhood Education flexible scheduling and small class sizes.
Extended day options for working families are
lifelong love of literature. The library is named
for Alma Harter, the JCC’s first Early Childhood
Director. To make a donation or to add books
available 7 am – 6 pm. Extended day offers to our library, please call Jayne Smith at
soccer, music, swim, and enrichment activities 718.475.5265.
such as Smart Table Technology (activities
At the JCC’s Early Childhood Center, our programs are sensitive J AY N E S M I T H
vary by location). The program includes family
Get Involved
718.475.5265
to each child’s unique talents and strengths. We pride ourselves JSMITH@SIJCC .COM engagement opportunities.
in creating fun, hands-on learning opportunities for all. We are Chief Program Director of Early
Childhood and Disabilities Services
Join our Early Childhood Facebook group
dedicated to providing children with a strong educational
to see pictures and get information on
foundation. Our thematic curriculum allows children to discover To learn more about our programs,
DAWN GALLIS our programs. This is a closed group open
and grow in loving, nurturing and engaging environments. 718.475.5100 or to schedule a tour, please call any of
to Early Childhood families only. Please
We provide opportunities for creative problem solving, decision- DGALLIS@SIJCC .COM our locations. Apply through the Department
Asst. Preschool & Daycare Director – consider joining our Early Childhood Advisory
making, and leadership skills. Parent involvement is key to our of Education website (application period
Berman JCC Committee to help us enhance our programs
children’s success in school. We welcome a partnership with you begins in late winter/early spring)
with new ideas, family events, and
and your family. Just as each child is unique, so is each family. STEPHANIE PRASENSKI myschools.nyc/en
fundraising opportunities.
With this in mind, we offer a variety of flexible schedules and 718.475.5224
SPR A SENSKI@SIJCC .COM
programs to best suit your family’s needs. All programs are staffed ECE Coordinator – Avis South Shore
with caring and experienced professionals. Our teachers are
certified by the State Education Department of New York, and T A N YA L A U G H L I N
718.475.5225
we are licensed by the Department of Health’s Bureau of Day Care. TL AUGHLIN@SIJCC .COM
First Foot Forward Coordinator – EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION IS OFFERED AT:
Bernikow/Avis
Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC Isador Aberlin/North Shore JCC
S TA C E Y R O S E N - T R I C A R I C O 1466 Manor Road • 718.475.5230 485 Victory Boulevard • 718.475.5290
718.475.5286
SROSENTRIC ARICO@SIJCC .COM
ECE Coordinator – Aberlin North Shore Nancy & Ronald Avis/South Shore JCC JCC/Berman Early Childhood Center
1297 Arthur Kill Road • 718.475.5224 2221 Richmond Avenue • 718.475.5100
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First Foot Forward Camp
The JCC has over 30 years of
experience serving preschool
GLENN WECHSLER, MSW
C AMP CO-DIRECTOR
Your child’s summer camp Camp Reunion
718.475.5231 schedule will be packed with a
children with special needs! First GWECHSLER@SIJCC .COM wide range of activities ranging Date TBD
Foot Forward is dedicated to from baseball and soccer to music, Meet up with great camp friends
assisting children 2.5 to 5 years For more than 85 years, arts and crafts, animal encounter and awesome staff! Enjoy music,
old with developmental needs.
Services Offered
JCC Day Camp has and a daily swim. Spectacular dancing, carnival games, and an
Our individualized curriculum provided a summer camp weekly shows and special event incredible camp slideshow!
allows children to reach their full • Individualized instruction • M usic/Movement
days are sure to enthrall the
potential in a warm, nurturing in small center-based or enrichment experiences experience for thousands children. We have a picturesque
environment. New York City integrated settings • Parent support groups of children guided by the 75-acre campsite nestled in
Specialty Camps
and State fund First Foot • Full day, 10- or 12- • Door-to-door transportation We offer specialty camps in
month options • Smart table technology principles of safety, fun, Staten Island’s Greenbelt that
Forward programming. features three Olympic sized sports, including basketball,
• Evaluations • Related Services (therapy is discovery, friendship, soccer, and aquatics, as well
• Therapy provided around your child’s pools, multi-purpose athletic
First Foot Forward specializes in and values. fields, archery range, boating as performing arts. For more
helping children with: (Speech, Occupational, preschool schedule) information, visit SIJCC.org
Physical, Counseling) Our staff lies at the center of ponds, an outdoor theater, and a
• Speech/Language Delays state-of-the-art ropes challenge
the camp’s success. Our staff is
• Socialization Concerns
• Developmental Delays
J AY N E S M I T H screened for maturity, creativity, course. Our Camp is American Community-Based Camps
718.475.5265 • JSMITH@SIJCC .COM
a sense of responsibility and spirit. Camping Association accredited,
• Poor Motor Skills Chief Program Director of Early Childhood and Disabilities Services ensuring that we are committed We offer free camp programs at
They are required to attend our Cornerstone, Beacon, and
• Sensory Needs pre-camp trainings that emphasize to providing your child with a safe
T A N YA L A U G H L I N
and nurturing environment. COMPASS sites. These programs
• Autism Spectrum Disorder 718.475.5225 • TL AUGHLIN@SIJCC .COM children’s safety and well-being continue the work we do at
First Foot Forward Coordinator – Bernikow/Avis and stresses their important role
To receive services, children You can learn more at our camp these sites throughout the year,
STEPHANIE PRASENSKI of encouraging campers to reach open houses throughout the teaching leadership skills and
need to be evaluated at an 718.475.5224 • SPR A SENSKI@SIJCC .COM their full potential and discover
approved evaluation site. Our ECE Coordinator – Avis South Shore year or by appointment. Visit our encouraging academic success.
talents they never knew existed website at camp.SIJCC.org
team of certified professionals within them.
MARIANA ASHKINADZE
can evaluate your child at no 718.475.5100 • MA SHKINADZE@SIJCC .COM
cost to you. Program eligibility is First Foot Forward Coordinator – Berman JCC
recommended by the Department
of Education’s Committee on
Preschool Special Education and is Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Sunrise Day Camp-Staten Island
based upon the individual needs Sunrise Day Camp is the world’s first full-summer day camp for children with cancer and their siblings, provided
of your child.
CLASSES AND RELATED SERVICES ARE
completely free of charge. The Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Sunrise Day Camp-Staten Island is the only day camp
AVAILABLE AT THREE JCC LOCATIONS: of its kind in New York City. The camp serves children from Staten Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and nearby
We welcome children of all faiths
and nationalities. All services Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC New Jersey. The camp, which is located on the grounds of Staten Island Academy, serves over 140 children
(evaluations, transportation, 1466 Manor Road • 718.475.5230 every year. Activities include sports, music, arts & crafts, swimming, and other games.
tuition) are at no direct cost Recognizing the extraordinary financial demands that a child’s chronic illness
Nancy & Ronald Avis/South Shore JCC
to parents. can have on a family, Sunrise Day Camp and its year-round and in-hospital
1297 Arthur Kill Road • 718.475.5224
programs are offered completely free of charge to all children being treated
JCC/Berman Early Childhood Center for cancer and their siblings, on a non-sectarian basis. Sunrise Day Camp-
2221 Richmond Avenue • 718.475.5100 Staten Island is a proud member of the Sunrise Association.
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Explorers After School Program Teen Programs
& School’s Out Programs iTEENS
Looking for a teen leadership group that
M E G H A N M O R R O N G I E L L O , A F T E R S C H O O L C O O R D I N AT O R • MMORRONGIELLO@SIJCC .COM
focuses on planning social events and
organizing community service projects? iTeens
is the answer. The group meets twice monthly
Located at the Bernikow JCC and is guided by the Jewish value of Tikkun
Explorers will be able to take advantage of the beautiful facility, including our indoor pool, gyms, and music Olam – Healing our not yet perfect world.
rooms. Our after school program aims to educate the whole child through various kinds of activities that Previous activities included a sushi-making
Youth & Teen
stimulate the mind, body, and spirit. class and an escape the room experience.
Programs
TEEN TRAVEL 365
Camp continues throughout the year
with Teen Travel 365. Join the JCC and
Expand Your Mind Busing Information GLENN WECHSLER , MSW, YOUTH DIREC TOR
your camp friends on weekend trips to
• Academic support Open daily until 7 pm 718.475.5231 • GWECHSLER@SIJCC .COM popular destinations.
• Homework help • Half-day pickup included
• STEAM activities, including arts & crafts • Door-to-Door service from schools TEEN MEMBERSHIP
Teen membership is for teens in grades 7 – 12
• Tutoring & Music lessons available for Schools Serviced
who are not part of a family membership.
additional fee • P.S. 4, 29, 36, 42, 48, 53, 54, 55, 58, 69
• I.S. 7, 72, 75 Youth Programs It is not applicable for camp. Documentation
showing grade is required. Teen members
Nourish the Body • Hellenic Classical Charter School ages 13 – 15 must take a Teen Tune Up
• S ports taught by JCC coaches, including • Petrides
MIDDLE SCHOOL MADNESS
Join us for a fun-filled program just for middle Certification Course before using the Fitness
Core 24 Basketball & soccer Center. This trains on the concepts of fitness,
Please note pickup from a particular school is based school-aged tweens! Children grades 6 – 8 will
• Kidzercise fitness program on enrollment and transportation availability. have a nighttime spot to hang out and have etiquette in the facility, and authorization to
• Physical education drills & skills Other schools may be considered upon request. snacks, play basketball, or dance. See your use the facility under the supervision of the
• Instructional swim taught by JCC camp friends, bring your school friends, and fitness floor staff. Contact our Membership
Aquatics staff make new friends! Department at membership@sijcc.com or
• Yoga, Zumba, and Jiu Jitsu classes
School’s Out Programs 718.475.5223 for details.
When school is out, we’re having fun! Our first event will take place on Saturday,
• Healthy choice cooking projects October 16, 7 pm – 9 pm.
Kids enjoy exciting days of swimming, crafts, YSI DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM
Mindfulness games and more! School’s Out programs are Driver’s Ed is back! The JCC contracts with a
open to grades K–8 and run 9 am – 5 pm, with JUNIOR LOUNGE local vendor to provide a Driver Education
• Meditation circles extended hours available from 8 am – 7 pm The summer is ending, and your kids have program for new drivers 16 years and older.
• Social-Emotional learning activities to (extended hours free to Explorers families). made friendships that will last a lifetime. The class meets at the Avis JCC for classroom
develop problem-solving, decision-making, Join us one Saturday night and Sunday work and in-car classes. The course is a
self-management, and self-awareness skills FALL SEMESTER SCHEDULE afternoon a month for a wide array of camp- comprehensive introduction to the driving
• Celebration of shared values October 11, November 11, December 27 – 31 like activities such as sports, gaga, crafts, experience. Students must successfully
cooking and swimming. Best of all, your complete both the road and theory
We also offer an inclusion program for those
who would benefit from it. Interview required
For more information, contact Glenn Wechsler children will be able to reconnect with their portions of the course to receive a MV 285,
for enrollment. at gwechsler@sijcc.com or 718.475.5231. summer camp friends! formerly known as the Blue Card. For more
information, call 718.851.1876.
Our first Junior Lounge will take place on
Saturday, October 16, 7 pm – 9 pm.
Open to children in grades K – 5.
18 19Community-Based
School Programs
DEBRA FREDRICK, CHIEF PROGRAM
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNIT Y SERVICES
718.475.5113 • DFREDRICK@SIJCC .COM
All of our community-based school programs are
funded by the Department of Youth and Community
Development (DYCD), a NYC agency.
Beacon Programs SONYC Program at Eagle Academy Adolescent Literacy at I.S. 49 Cornerstone Programs
I.S. 49 Jeanette Velasquez, Director Korina Toledo, Director Todt Hill
Joii Bobian, Director jvelasquez@schools.nyc.gov 718.556.1565 Rebecca Catalan, Director
jbobian@sijcc.com The JCC SONYC program serves the young Our JCC Adolescent Literacy program provides 917.830.0455 • rcatalan@sijcc.com
Tottenville High School scholars of Eagle Academy in the Berta services to students who need individualized
Richmond Terrace
Cliff Bloom, Director Dreyfus Campus. The mission of the and focused EL academic support. Students
Charles "Rich" Richardson, Director
718.605.3033 SONYC program is to serve middle school learn such things as communication, public
718.981.7942
participants with opportunities during after speaking, reading, and creative writing,
The JCC Beacon program serves the school time that will allow them to develop as well as exploring literacy components Gerard Carter Center
community on the North and South Shores leadership skills while strengthening their through leadership. To enroll in the program, Jalyssa Gordon, Assistant Director
of Staten Island. The after school program academic progress through various project- applications can be submitted to the Beacon 718.981.0500 • jgordon@sijcc.com
for middle school and high school students based activities such as STEM, cooking, or main school office.
offers a wide variety of essential services to leadership development, entrepreneurship, The Cornerstone programs offer free services
school-age children as well as their parents and recreational activities. The goal of the to the families and surrounding community
and the community. The mission of the Eagle SONYC program is also to facilitate the
COMPASS & COMPASS EXPLORE at centers based inside of the NYCHA housing
Beacon program is to provide activities that transition of adolescent boy students from P.S. 65 developments on Staten Island. Programs
are not generally available during the school middle school to high school, by providing Seth Kaplan, Director are offered specifically for elementary school
day. Regularly scheduled after school, evening, academic and social-emotional support. 347.466.4407 age children (after school programs and
Saturday, and summer camp programs include summer camps), middle school and high
These programs provide after school and
academic help (STEM-based), social services, school students, young adults, and adults in
summer programming for elementary aged
recreational, leadership development, the community. This program develops pride,
children. Similar to the JCC Beacon program,
nutritional enhancements, music, dance, art, community building, and spirit. The staff
the program complements the school day
and drama. There is a registration process for of the JCC Cornerstone programs primarily
by offering academics, socialization,
enrollment into the JCC Beacon programs with hail from the communities they work in.
recreation, and the arts. Parents and the
applications available at each site. In addition, the centers partner with local
surrounding community are also provided
community-based organizations to provide
with opportunities to support the efforts
quality services to young adults and teens,
of the program by civic engagement events
such as the recent VIBE program in which
that bring the community together.
participants worked together for the summer
The summer camp program offered by the
to create a community mural.
JCC COMPASS program is relocated to I.S. 61
for full day camp activities. To enroll in the
program, applications can be submitted to the
COMPASS office at P.S. 65.
20 21School’s Out Programs
Department for People with Disabilities
In collaboration with our Youth
Department, children and young
adults with disabilities are given
T I M E S P O S I T O, D I R E C T O R , D E PA R T M E N T F O R P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S opportunities to engage with their
718.475.5267 • TESPOSITO@SIJCC .COM
peers in an inclusive environment
L A U R A I R I Z A R R Y, A S S I S TA N T D I R E C T O R on holidays when school is
718.475.5268 • LIRIZ ARRY@SIJCC .COM
closed. They provide students
with opportunities to see their
classmates and meet new friends.
At the JCC, we specialize in helping those with disabilities. We provide Special Events
developmental, social, and recreational opportunities for a wide spectrum
Special Events include concerts
of individuals, beginning at age three and ranging through adulthood.
for people with disabilities, our
Our staff’s mission is to provide opportunities for participants to improve
annual resource fair that we
social skills, which enhance their overall well-being. Staff are professionals
cohost with Senator Andrew
working to provide stimulating experiences for our participants. We also
Lanza, Reel Abilities Film Festival,
provide inclusion programs to allow people with disabilities to participate
and much more.
in many of our programs outside of the department.
Girl Scouts
Day Habilitation Our Girl Scout Access Troop is
Year-round for girls and young adults with
disabilities. If troop members
Our Day Habilitation Without attend a District 75 school,
Walls Program for Young Adults registration is free. Members
offers social, recreational, and Dr. and Mrs. Megna Kids Teens After Sundae Funday Marvin’s Camp for must still pay dues and trip fees.
vocational activities at the JCC Please contact Lisa Rosenfeld at
as well as in collaboration with Club for Special Kids School Program October – June Children with Special lrosenfeld@sijcc.com for
our partner organizations. Young Ages 6 – 12 Ages 13 – 21 Children with disabilities come to Needs more information.
adults take part in activities September – June September – June the JCC for three hours of fun on
July/August
such as delivering meals to the Sundays. Each hour is devoted to
homebound, stocking our food
Our after school program for Our after school program for a specific activity: Dancing, music, Marvin’s Camp is a unique
Inclusion Program
children with ASD (Autism teens with disabilities presents We offer inclusion opportunities
pantry, and gardening. We also arts & crafts, Zumba & sundae recreational summer program
Spectrum Disorders) presents an opportunity for participants in many of our programs for
take trips to various museums making. This program is offered customized for children with
an opportunity for children to to be healthy, social, and active those who would benefit from it.
and other cultural organizations. two Sundays per month. disabilities. With a wide array of
socialize and engage with peers members of the community Interview required for enrollment.
Our program maintains a strong The staffing ratio is 3:1. both social and developmental
in an inclusive environment. with a maximum degree of
emphasis on community inclusion. activities, children are engaged
Licensed teachers facilitate independence. Licensed teachers
We engage our participants in by professionally trained staff Disabilities Advocate
opportunities to be healthy,
activities, including yoga, facilitate activities including Sunday Social to create some of the best
swimming, basketball, and social skills exploration, fitness
social, and active members of
music, cooking, arts & crafts and athletics, recreational
October - June memories of their summer. Committee
the community with a maximum Young Adults (21+) with After seven weeks of dance Our Disabilities Advocate
and homework help. group classes, and parent
degree of independence. Our disabilities come to the JCC for classes, swimming, social skills, Committee is composed of
communication.
ultimate goal for our participants two hours of fun and socializing. and field trips, the children professionals and family members
is to establish the groundwork Activities include karaoke, music, show off their skills in a dance of individuals with disabilities. The
for optimal success in achieving dancing, games, and more! This performance for their families committee helps the JCC develop
their highest potential as they program is offered two Sundays and relive the summer through policies, create programs, and do
transition into adulthood. per month. The staffing ratio is 3:1. a picture slideshow. outreach to the community.
22 23Dr. Esther Grushkin Israel Programming
The goal of our Israel programs is to create a community culture that acknowledges and embraces the
Center for understanding that Israel is a complex country with a dynamic culture. Programming aims to foster dialogue
that promotes greater personal connections to Israel. With these personal connections comes a greater
Arts + Culture appreciation of the nation’s complexities and a deeper interest in the country’s history and people.
Programs include lectures from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israeli movies, and a community-wide
celebration of Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Israel Independence Day).
B E L L A S M O R G O N S K AYA
C U LT U R A L A R T S D I R E C T O R
7 1 8 . 4 7 5 . 5 2 6 2 • B S M O R G O N S K AYA @ S I J C C . C O M
SIGALIT GREGO
Upcoming Programs
A R T S & C U LT U R E P R O G R A M C O O R D I N AT O R
718.475.5276 • SGREGO@SIJCC .COM An Evening with Motl Didner in
Conversations with Fred Grieco:
A History of Yiddish Theatre
October 12 & 19 (two-part series)
$15 members • $20 non-members
FILM SERIES
Dates TBD
Jews of Color—Who We Are: Identity and This upcoming year we will continue to
The Joan & Alan Bernikow Jewish Diversity in Our Jewish Community provide first class lectures with Dr. Julia
Community Center of Staten October 27 • FREE Wagner, a lecturer, writer, and public
Island is thrilled to announce the speaker specializing in film and television.
naming of the Dr. Esther Grushkin The Pope, the Jews, and the Relations Join Dr. Wagner as she unravels the latest
Center for Arts + Culture. between the Church and the Jewish People season of Shtisel.
We honor the late Dr. Grushkin with Joe Delaney
with the commitment to ensure December 6 & 13 (two-part series) VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB WITH
her legacy will live on in a most $10 per lecture, $18 for both
meaningful way for generations BARBARA KENT
to come. Building Peace and Dialogue between Jews FREE members • $5 non-members
and Muslims with Dr. Mehnaz Afridi
Dr. Esther Grushkin was a brilliant Treasure Seekers by Roberta Seret
November 4
woman, a Jewish educator September 23
$15 members • $20 non-members
extraordinaire who dedicated The Dearly Beloved by Cara Wall
much of her career helping to From Crisis to Opportunity: A conversation October 21
bring adult Jewish learning and Dr. Esther Grushkin’s dedication We will continue offering lectures with Roei Ben Tolila, a former officer in an
culture to the Jewish community inspires us to keep moving focused on issues and topics elite unit in the IDF Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell (National Book
of Staten Island and beyond. forward with our mission to that resonated with Dr. Esther November 7 • FREE Critics Circle Award winner)
With a passion and depth of enrich the lives of the entire Grushkin such as philosophy, the November 18
knowledge only matched by her community. We aspire to Bible, biblical archaeology, Jewish The Middle Ages: Mining for new stories
Apeirogon by Colum Mc Cain (Booker Prize
ability to engage her students the pursuit of excellence as culture, and more. Upcoming from the old
and Dublin Literature Award finalist and
through enthusiasm and humor, Esther did! programs include our popular November 28, 30 & December 7, 14, 21, 28
National Jewish Book Award winner)
Dr. Grushkin generated a loyal monthly Lunch and Learn series $12 per lecture, $60 for all lectures
December 16
following among youth and With gratitude to her husband, with Rabbis, guest lectures,
adults alike as she shared her JCC Board Member Jerome Broadway Staged Reading with Fred Grieco
and trips. Guest speakers will CULTURE PASSPORT – VIRTUAL TOURS TO
love for philosophy, the Bible, L. Grushkin, and to you, our December 2
include Amy Posner, Executive
archaeology, history, literature, program participants, and donors, Director of Hillel at the College
$15 members • $20 non-members JEWISH PLACES AROUND THE WORLD
art, music, drama, politics, and we will hold a celebration on of Staten Island, Professor Lori Biblical Tours in Israel with Dani Margolis
journalism. “It was a mutual love November 18, 2021. Stay tuned Annual Jewish Music Festival
Weintrob, Director of Wagner Dates TBA • $12 per day, $50 for 5 days
affair between me as a teacher for more information! Every spring, we host the annual Jewish Music
College Holocaust Center, and Festival, which celebrates different kinds of Jewish Prague, Barcelona, Sankt Petersburg,
and my students,” she said. Amy Kalmanofsky, an associate Jewish music in various locations throughout and Vilna
professor of Bible Studies at Staten Island. Stay tuned for more details! Dates TBA • $15 per lecture
The Jewish Theological Seminary.
24 25Dorothy Delson Kuhn
Music Institute
E L A S E E L E Y, M U S I C I N S T I T U T E D I R E C T O R
718.475.5263 • ESEELE Y@SIJCC .COM
For over 50 years, the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute has been sharing the love of music with Pre-Teen & Teen Programs
Staten Islanders. We offer group and private lessons for children and adults. Students learn in a
non-competitive atmosphere. The Music Institute is a non-profit and non-sectarian music school. MUSICIANSHIP/THEORY CLASSES
It is the only member of the National Guild of Community Arts Education on Staten Island. These classes provide enrichment through
instruction in theory, ear training, musical
forms, music history and general music
appreciation. This class is included with
Private Lessons private lesson tuition. For those not
Private lessons may be 30, 45, or 60 minutes. enrolled in Music Institute private
Open House Enrollment is for 30 weekly lessons from lessons, a fee will apply.
Sunday, September 19 October through June. Lessons are offered
12 pm – 3 pm at the Joan and Alan Bernikow JCC and INDIVIDUAL THERAPEUTIC
Meet our faculty, sample classes, and learn Avis/South Shore JCC.
MUSIC LESSONS
how the Music Institute can help your child Private lessons are available in: Bassoon, Ages 4 – 18 • 10 session packages available
discover the joys of music! Violin, Cello, Clarinet, Flute, French horn, Work one-on-one with a certified Music
Guitar, Oboe, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Therapist able to engage students with
Trumpet, Recorder, Trombone, Tuba, Voice unique interests and abilities.
CHAMBER ENSEMBLE
Programs for Adults Ages 8 – 18
Mondays, 7 pm • Free for current students
ADULT CHAMBER GROUP GROUP GUITAR Take the next step and expand your repertoire
15-week session 10 sessions • Mondays, 1 pm – 2 pm while playing in an intimate group. Advance
Thursdays, 2 pm – 3:30 pm your skills to include balance, phrasing and
Take the next step and expand your repertoire RECORDER ENSEMBLE intonation. Chamber music offers players
while playing in an intimate group. Advance Fridays, 9:30 am – 11 am the perfect balance between solo and
your skills to include balance, phrasing and FREE members • $50 non-members orchestral performing.
intonation. Open to all levels, however, you Musicians of all levels get together and enjoy
playing multi-part music on an instrument that
must be able to read music.
is easy to learn. Those who play compatible
DIGITAL SONGWRITING WORKSHOPS
Ages 9 – 18 • 10 weekly sessions
instruments or sing are also welcome.
GROUP PIANO Tuesdays, TBD
Beginner to intermediate level Using applications found on computers
10 sessions MUSIC LECTURES & PRESENTATIONS and tablets, we will provide students with
Tuesdays, 10 am – 11 am Learn music history once a month from the an experience unlike traditional songwriting.
Music Institute’s Faculty Members! No prior experience writing songs or
music needed.
26 27Family Solutions to
DOROTHY DELSON KUHN MUSIC INSTITUTE • CONTINUED
Memory Loss
Early Childhood Music Classes MUSIC TOGETHER OF STATEN ISLAND
@ THE JCC TONIANN BERTONAZZI, DIRECTOR OF
HARMONY ROAD KEYBOARD PROGRAM Ages birth – 5 years • 9 sessions SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS IN MEMORY LOSS
718.475.5281 • TBERTONAZZI@SIJCC.COM
A unique 15-week parent/child musical Sundays or Tuesdays, 10 am – 10:45 am
program that focuses on the development Music Together is an internationally recognized
of the whole child while stressing keyboard early childhood music program for babies,
readiness. Each group course is designed toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and
adults who love them. The classes are based The JCC offers specialized
specifically for the age group, reinforcing
on the recognition that all children are musical. programs for Memory Loss.
and building on their skills as they progress
All children can learn to sing in tune, keep a We have a compassionate,
through the curriculum. Parent or caregiver
beat, and participate with confidence in the caring, trained, and qualified
must actively accompany the child in class.
music of our culture, provided that their early staff that is CPR/AED certified.
Free demonstration classes will be held one
week prior to the starting date. environment supports such learning. We offer a low ratio of staff
My Place Caregiver Support Center
to participants to assist with ALLISYN WISE-ORTIZ,
participant engagement, meal Monday – Friday DIRECTOR OF CAREGIVER
Music in Me (Ages 3 – 4) MUSIC ADVENTURES WITH MS. BO SUPPORT CENTER
preparation, and reinforcement 10 am – 3 pm
Tuesdays, 4 pm – 4:45 pm Ages 3 – 5 • 10 sessions
718.475.5287
of daily life skills. Our programs Our one-of-a-kind program AWISE@SIJCC .COM
A dynamic readiness program for young Mondays, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm are an affordable alternative for individuals with mild or Our Caregiver Support Center
children with emphasis on the ear training, Explore music through song, movement, to institutional placement and mid-stage Alzheimer’s Disease/ offers services and support to
solfege singing, movement, pitch and and instrumental play along. in-home care. related dementias. individuals who are providing care
rhythm awareness, keyboard geography
to a loved one with Alzheimer’s
and finger readiness. Some activities may be new and
DRAMA ADVENTURES Disease/related dementias.
Ages 3 – 5 • 10 sessions informative, but many are low
Harmony Road (Ages 4.5 – 6)
Tuesdays, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm barrier and familiar. Our staff will Our services include:
Tuesdays, 5 pm – 6 pm
meet with you privately, assist • Comprehensive Consultation to
Carefully constructed for children to learn the Ages 5 – 7 • 10 sessions
you with the application and Review your Specific Situation
basic building blocks of music. Emphasis on Tuesdays, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
ear training, solfege singing, keyboard playing, An introduction to drama class that uses theater
enrollment process, and answer Rosemary’s Place • Emotional Support
any questions you may have. • “Powerful Tools for Caregivers”
ensemble and rhythm activities, movement, games, songs, and stories to bring a fairy tale An Early Stage Memory Center
Applications are accepted on Information and Training
and music creativity. Reading concepts are to life. This class introduces children to stage Monday – Thursday
an ongoing basis. Sessions
introduced gradually and basic composing presence and self-expression in a fun and 10 am – 3 pm
• Referrals for a Wide Range of
activities encourage the development of the supportive environment. Our day programs include: Rosemary’s Place is the only
Community Resources
child’s musical vocabulary. • Nutritious, Kosher Lunch program on Staten Island
• Support Groups
DANCE AND PLAY IMPROV & Snacks specifically geared for individuals
The Young Musician (Ages 6 – 7) • Quality Joint Programs for You
Ages 3 – 5 • 10 sessions • Discussion Group recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
Tuesdays, 6 pm – 7 pm and Your Loved One
Wednesdays, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm & Current Events Disease/related dementias.
The Young Musician course introduces • Meditation, Yoga & Stretching
Learn dance techniques and choreography • Exercise & Nutritional Funded by the Richmond County • Assistance Coordinating Long
beginning students to keyboard performance to express yourself through dance. Counseling Savings Foundation in honor of Term Care and Gathering
and note reading in a holistic program, Rosemary Manzulli. Special thanks
• Memory Stimulation Activities Documentation
including the organized development of to Michael Manzulli.
pitch, rhythm, solfege singing, keyboard GROOVY MUSIC TIME • Creative Art & Music Classes • Coordination of Home Health
Ages 3 – 5 • 10 sessions • Gardening Aide Assistance (Limited)
and movement activities.
Mondays, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm • Support Group • Incontinence & Nutritional
Enjoy music and movement with a certified Music Supplies (Limited)
Therapist able to engage children with emotional • Linkage to Benefits &
and cognitive needs. Focus on motor skills and Entitlements, including SNAP
language areas. Parent participation required. (Food Stamps) and Medicaid
28 29Senior
Centers Case Assistance
The JCC provides comprehensive screenings for benefits and
AMELIA WINTER, entitlements that can help older adults save time and money and
CHIEF PROGRAM improve their quality of life. Assistance with the following is provided
DIRECTOR OF
SENIOR SERVICES at no cost and by appointment only:
718.475.5238
AWINTER@SIJCC .COM • Food Pantry & Benefits
• Legal Issues
• Health Insurance
• Budgeting/Financial Counseling
• Medical Referrals
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
Evidence-Based Learning
All three of our senior centers provide evidence-based learning, which
offer proven ways to help promote health and prevent disease among
older adults. Older adults who participate in Evidence-Based Programs
can lower their risk of chronic diseases and falls. They help lessen the
possibility of the long-term effects of falling. We also offer Evidence
Based Training for Caregivers, Powerful Tools for Caregivers, to provide
skills to those caring for a loved one.
Transportation
The JCC has a robust offering of Senior Services
Door-to-door transportation is available to/from the Joan & Alan
Island-wide. Our two Center You Neighborhood Senior Centers Bernikow JCC for adults 60+ at the JCC during designated Center for Life
are located in Stapleton on the North Shore, and in Greenridge on
the South Shore. Our Innovative Senior Center, the Center for Life
Locations Long Development (CLLD) hours and to/from the Avis/South Shore JCC
during designated Neighborhood Senior Center hours of operation.
Long Development (CLLD), is located Mid Island. All three centers are JCC Center You Stapleton Free CLLD and/or neighborhood Senior Center enrollment is required to
providing evidence-based learning which offer proven ways to help Neighborhood Senior Center take advantage of these transportation options. Our bus is lift-accessible.
promote health and prevent disease. Maritza Rivera Transportation is also provided to members of our Memory Centers.
718.981.8828
mrivera@sijcc.com
Programs and services we offer include: Seaview Senior Housing
• Education • Technology Center for Life Long The JCC provides a social services professional to serve as the on-site
• Health Management • Meal Program Development (CLLD) staff coordinator for social services exclusively for residents of Seaview
• Recreation • Transportation Service 718.517.7445 Senior Housing, connecting them to services throughout Staten Island.
• Educational Lectures • Physical Exercise & Fitness CLLDReception@sijcc.com
• Arts & Culture • Health Insurance
& Care Coordination JCC Center You Avis Virtual Senior Center
Neighborhood Senior Center New friends are waiting for you at the Virtual Senior Center Program,
Jodie Montelli exclusively for residents of Seaview Senior Housing. See, hear, talk,
718.475.5283 and travel with them without leaving your home. Participate in
jmontelli@sijcc.com meaningful, real-time, video-based conversations facilitated by trained
and experienced staff. Enjoy programs that offer friendship, education,
recreation, and entertainment.
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