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SPRING/SUMMER
PROGRAM
GUIDE
Spring/Summer 2020 5780 קיץ-אביב
In this issue:
Best Beaches:
JCC Members Share Their Favorites
Smart Eating:
Meet the JCC’s Nutrition Coaches
If Kafka Were Israeli & Wrote
About Talking Goldfish:
Israeli author Etgar Keret
is coming to the JCC
What’s New at
Summer Camp 2020
14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
apjcc.org
Events Calendar Here are some of the events coming up at the JCC
this spring and summer. For more, see apjcc.org/event
Fun & Sports with Friends Art Reception Distinguished Speaker: Etgar Keret
Sunday, March 15, 11:00am-1:00pm Sunday, April 26, 12:30-2:00pm Sunday, May 17, 7:30pm
A sports day on the JCC field, for children The public is invited to a complimentary Israeli author Etgar Keret is known for his
with special needs and their families. reception to view the APJCC Preschool’s art absurd, sad, funny, very short stories, as well
Free, but advance registration is required. exhibition of the children’s work in the JCC’s as graphic novels and screenwriting. The
More info: apjcc.org/sportsday 2nd floor art gallery hallway. The exhibition New York Times calls him a genius, Salman
is on display from 4/24-5/20. Rushdie calls him “brilliant,” and Jonathan
Art Reception More info: apjcc.org/arts Safran Foer calls him “funny, dark, and
Sunday, March 15, 4:00-6:00pm poignant.” We’re excited that he’s speaking
The public is invited to a complimentary Mah Jongg Meetup at the JCC! More info: apjcc.org/keret
reception to view Santa Clara Valley Thursday, April 30, 1:00-4:00pm
Watercolor Society’s exhibition at the JCC. April 30 is National Mah Jongg Day. Meet Oy Vey 5K
The exhibition is on display from 2/20-4/20. other Mah Jongg players at the JCC for an Sunday, June 7, 8:30am
More info: apjcc.org/arts afternoon of Mah Jongg. Play with the 2020 Oy vey, it’s the JCC’s first 5K! The entire
card. Bring your group to play or meet new community is invited to this 5K race.
The Duomo and the Great Synagogue players and create a new Mahj group. We’ll Register at apjcc.org/oyvey5k
Saturday, March 21, 6:30-10:00pm even have a “meet up” board where you can
An evening of Jewish and Florentine leave your number if you’re looking for a Silicon Valley Community Trip to Israel
architecture, culture, music, and food. game. Admission $5, and FREE for JCC June 22-July 2
Informal talks by noted scholars about the members. More info: apjcc.org/meetup Organized by the Oshman Family JCC in
history and architecture of two of Florence, Palo Alto, in partnership with the Addison-
Italy’s grandest and most iconic structures Los Gatos Saratoga Big Band Penzak JCC. More info:
— the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral (the Wednesday, May 6, 8:00-9:00pm www.paloaltojcc.org/israeltrip
Duomo) and the Great Synagogue. The San This free rehearsal/concert with the Los
Jose Chamber Players will present Jewish and Gatos Saratoga Big Band in the APJCC Float Night Pool Party
Italian music. Italian appetizers and ice cream Auditorium will get you in the mood to dance! Wednesday, July 8, 4:00-7:00pm
will be served. More info: apjcc.org/Florence Drop in to enjoy the classics performed by an The public is invited to a pool party and
accomplished, adult 17 piece big band. Open barbecue at the JCC. This event is free and
Distinguished Speaker: to all ages. Everyone is welcome. Suggested you don’t need to be a JCC member to attend.
Esther Wojcicki donation $5 to the JCC. More info: apjcc.org/float
Monday, March 30, 7:30-9:00pm
More info: apjcc.org/bigband Member Appreciation BBQ
Known as “the Godmother of Silicon Valley,”
Wojcicki is a legendary teacher and the Art Gallery Walk & Talk Wednesday, August 5, 4:00-7:00pm
mother of two Silicon Valley CEOs and a Thursday, May 14, 6:00pm JCC members are invited to a complimentary
college professor. She shares her answer to The public is invited to a complimentary pool party and barbecue. This one is for
the million-dollar question: How can we walk-and-talk through the “Jerusalem: Art members only. Free!
raise successful children? At the end of the and Mystery” exhibition, presenting photos More info: apjcc.org/poolparty
evening she’ll be autographing copies of her of Jerusalem. The exhibition is on display Family Sunday Swim Days
book, How to Raise Successful People: Simple from 5/12-7/15. More info: apjcc.org/arts Sundays, 12:00-3:00pm from April-October
Lessons for Radical Results. The JCC offers Family Sunday Swim day
More info: apjcc.org/woj Playback Theater: Humans of
Jerusalem every Sunday from April through October
Cultivating Equanimity: A Thursday, May 14, 7:30pm with three lanes dedicated to families and
Mindfulness & Yoga Retreat With Jerusalem Day as the backdrop, the San fun! Bring some food and stay for the
Friday, April 17 at 4:30pm- Francisco Playback improv theater troupe afternoon. Open to all, bring your neighbors
Sunday, April 19 at 1:30pm will bring stories of Jerusalem to life on and friends! Free for Full Center Members
Enjoy a Shabbat weekend in the Santa Cruz stage, right before your eyes, using music, and Summer Members. Non-members $30
Mountains. Enjoy meditation and yoga movement, ritual and spoken improvisation. per family of 5. More info: aquatics@apjcc.org.
infused with Jewish wisdom teachings, More info: apjcc.org/playback
nature, and periods of silence.
More info: apjcc.org/yoga
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Spring/Summer 2020 5780 קיץ-אביב Contents
Events Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Message from the Board Chair
and Chief Executive Officer;
JCC Hours and Holiday Schedules. . . . . . . 3
Best Beaches: JCC Members
Share Their Favorites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
If Kafka Were Israeli &
Wrote About Talking Goldfish:
Israeli author Etgar Keret
is coming to the JCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Smart Eating:
Meet the JCC’s Nutrition Coaches. . . . . . . 7
What’s New at Summer Camp 2020. . . . . 9
Early Childhood Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Youth Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Young Adults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adult Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Jewish Life and Learning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Russian-Speaking and
Hebrew-Speaking Jewish Programs. . . . . 19
Arts and Culture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Fitness, Sports, and Aquatics. . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connect with the APJCC:
apjcc jcclosgatos company/apjcc
Sign up for our newsletter! www.apjcc.org/newsletter
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Welcome
From the APJCC Chair of the Board
& Chief Executive Officer
Dear Friends:
One of the JCC’s core values is hachnasat orchim, welcoming guests. We
live this value every day by opening our campus to the entire community.
We’re always looking for new ways to extend the JCC’s hospitality to
everyone, and one of the ways we’re going to do this in 2020 is by hosting
our first-ever 5K footrace, the Oy Vey 5K on Sunday, June 7. This
Jon Sweedler Lael Gray race is for all ages and fitness levels, so please come and bring friends!
Chair, Board of Directors Chief Executive Officer Registration is already open at apjcc.org/oyvey5k. It’s going to be a great
morning with a run along the beautiful Los Gatos Trail and a FunZone
for all ages on the JCC’s athletic field. The swimming pool will offer
complimentary admission for the day and we’ll have at least one food
truck on site, plus bagels and bananas at the finish line.
"One of Speaking of the swimming pool, once the weather warms up we’re
bringing back Family Fun Days. Every Sunday at the pool from April
the JCC’s through October we’ll take out some of the lane lines to create a large
open space for Family Swim from 12:00-3:00pm. If you’re a lap swimmer,
core values never fear – at least one lane will always be reserved for lap swimming.
The annual Float Night pool party and barbecue will be Wednesday,
is welcoming July 8 from 4:00-7:00pm. It’s free and open to the public. And the annual
JCC Member Barbecue will be Wednesday, August 5 from 4:00-7:00pm.
guests" Inner tubes and floaties are allowed in the pool at both of these events.
Please help us welcome two very special guests to the JCC this spring: the
next two visitors in our Distinguished Speakers series. Esther Wojcicki,
professional educator and mother of two Silicon Valley CEOs and
a college professor, will share her secrets to raising successful kids on
March 30 at 7:30pm. Her three daughters are the CEO of YouTube, the
CEO of 23andMe, and a UC San Francisco professor. Israeli author Etgar
Keret will speak on May 17 at 7:30pm. Keret, whose books are available
in English, is known for the dark humor in his short stories, graphic
JCC Hours novels, and screenplays. The New York Times has called him a genius, and
Regular Hours The Guardian calls his work “dazzling.” His stories are absurd, funny, and
Mon-Fri 5:00am-10:00pm
sad at the same time – get some of his books and come hear him in May.
Sat-Sun 7:00am-7:00pm
Holiday Hours There’s a lot more happening between now and August, and you can learn
April 8: 5:00am-5:00pm Eve of Passover about most of it in the pages of this Program Guide. For additional programs
April 9: CLOSED 1st Day of Passover and the latest event information, please check the website at apjcc.org.
May 25: 6:00am-5:00pm Memorial Day
July 4: 7:00am-5:00pm Independence Day L’Shalom (in peace),
Jon Sweedler Lael Gray
JCC Contact Information
14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos CA 95032
408.357.7429 I info@apjcc.org I apjcc.org
The Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center of Silicon Valley is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Tax ID 94-2222989.
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SUNDAY, JUNE 7
8:30AM
JOIN THE
RUN CLUB!
RUN & WALK
GET READY FOR
JOIN US FOR THE JCC’S
THE 5K BY JOINING
THE JCC'S RUN CLUB. FIRST 5K FOR ALL AGES
AND FITNESS LEVELS.
STARTS 4/14.
DETAILS AT
APJCC.ORG/OYVEY5K
MORE INFO & REGISTRATION:
APJCC.ORG/OYVEY5K
THANK YOU TO OUR
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Davenport Crack, Davenport Beach
THE BEST
LOCAL BEACHES:
JCC MEMBERS SHARE
THEIR FAVORITES
Here in the South Bay we’re lucky to be within driving distance of many beautiful beaches.
We asked JCC members to tell us their favorites.
Dominick S.: “New Brighton State Beach. Jeanette Lerner: “Davenport Beach, Judy Levin: “Beer Can Beach, for which
It has convenient parking and a really Seabright in Santa Cruz, and Capitola I don’t have a formal name but it’s located
long beach.” Located in Capitola, New Beach. Davenport because of its natural below the Seascape Lodge in Rio Del Mar.
Brighton is known for its sandy beach, beauty, and dogs are allowed. [One caveat:] It has steep steps down but allows dogs...!
forested bluffs, and sweeping views of It’s a hike to get down to the beach and That is my major reason! P.S. Google
Monterey Bay. It’s good for swimming in there are no bathroom facilities. Seabright Maps responds to searches for Beer Can
the summer, and there’s also a campground is easy to get to, large beach to walk on, Beach.” The city of Aptos officially calls
and hiking trails. Rangers host campfire there are bathroom facilities, and dogs are this Dolphin/Sumner Beach. Access is
programs on summer weekend evenings. allowed. Capitola has everything -- I love located in a residential neighborhood.
Elizabeth Lichy: “My favorite beach for the vibe but no dogs are allowed which is a This beach is perfect if you’re looking
beach activities is Carmel and my favorite big disadvantage for me.” Davenport Beach for a less congested spot. Sunbathing and
for hiking is Point Lobos State Natural is known for its cliffs, rock formations, surfing are popular.
Reserve.” Carmel Beach is one of the tidepools. Seabright is a popular sandy Lyuba Wolf: “Bean Hollow Beach Trail
most iconic spots on California’s Central beach next to Santa Cruz Main Beach. And near Pescadero!” This is a 1.6 mile lightly
Coast. It’s known for its beautiful scenery, Capitola Beach has a pier and backdrop trafficked trail that features beautiful wild
white sand, clear water, and tidepools, as of colorful, picturesque homes. flowers and is good for all skill levels. The
well as for its proximity to the town of Jeremy Chen: "Our favorite beach is nearby Bean Hollow State Beach consists
Carmel-by-the-Sea. Popular for surfing Natural Bridges State Beach at Santa Cruz, of two sheltered coves, not recommended
and dog-walking. because the tide pool there is amazing, for swimming because of the currents,
and the natural bridge is very cool." The but popular for sunbathing and for dog
beach is named for a natural arch in the owners, since dogs are allowed.
huge rock located just offshore. There's Perry K.: “Seacliff State Beach in Aptos.
also a monarch butterfly migration You can walk along the wall, you can take
preserve here. hikes. It’s close [to home] and it’s clean.”
This beach is popular for swimming
and is well known for the old concrete
freighter ship lying in the water at the
end of the pier. There’s a long stretch
of sand, covered picnic facilities, and a
visitor center.
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IF KAFKA
WERE
ISRAELI
& WROTE
ABOUT
TALKING
GOLDFISH
Israeli author Etgar Keret
is coming to the JCC
How to describe short-story writer Etgar Keret?
The New York Times recently compared him to
Kafka, “if Kafka were Israeli and wrote about
talking goldfish.” Keret’s brand of dark humor is
deeply Israeli and at the same time universal and
relatable. Other writers tend to adopt his quirky
sensibilities when they try to describe his work.
Novelist Gary Shteyngart called Keret’s book The
Nimrod Flipout “the best work of literature to come
out of Israel in the last five thousand years—better
than Leviticus and nearly as funny,” and the Paris
Review reported that Keret’s books “are the most
shoplifted in Israel.”
Keret finds the humor in surreal and heartbreaking
situations – children who age at 10 times the
normal speed, parents who turn into rabbits,
people who don’t know whether they’re real, a
lonely immigrant who doesn’t want to give up
his magic talking goldfish, a girl parented by a
major household appliance, a portal to Hell that
appears outside a grocery story in Uzbekistan.
Some of his stories are as short as 500 words, and
the typical length is five or six pages. He won
Israel’s prestigious Sapir Prize in 2019 for his
most recent story collection, Fly Already. During
his talk at the JCC he’ll be discussing that book as
well as the television mini-series “The Real Estate
Agent,” that he created with his wife, Shira Geffen.
Etgar Keret will speak at the JCC on Sunday,
May 17 at 7:30pm. Tickets are available online
at apjcc.org/keret. You’ll also find a link to
his talking goldfish story on that page.
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SMART
EATING
Meet the JCC’s Nutrition Coaches
Many of us feel like we’re pretty well informed about Just as a personal trainer keeps you on-track and
nutrition. We know about the four food groups or the accountable in your exercise regimen, a nutrition
USDA’s Food Pyramid, and we know about calories in, coach works with you every week to keep you on track
calories out, and maybe even counting macros. We’re and focused on achieving your ultimate nutrition and
familiar with the different types of diets that are out healthy lifestyle goals.
there. So it’s not surprising that the first question some
There’s no typical client for nutrition coaching. In
people ask the JCC’s certified nutrition coaches is, “Why
a single day, Katy and Christine might work with a
do I need a nutrition coach?”
young athlete looking to improve their performance,
The JCC’s Precision Nutrition certified coaches, Christine a woman in her 40’s who wants to lose twenty pounds,
Collins and Katy LaPlante, would like you to know that and a man in his 70's trying to improve his health.
they are not here to lecture you about counting calories.
“Success in this program isn’t just a number on a scale,”
“We know that you know how to eat. We know that you Christine said. “We’re not going to put you into some
know about nutrition,” Christine said. “This isn’t about dreadful, diet-type scenario. The faster you lose weight,
that. Nutrition coaching at the JCC is about individual the faster you gain it back, so we’re going to show you
attention to create a long-term, sustainable healthy an alternative way.” Katy added, “We work with our
lifestyle. It’s about making small changes over time. clients to make permanent changes in their habits to
We’re focusing on behavior modification and habit eliminate the yo-yo dieting cycle and optimize their
changes, not on prescribing specific meals.” overall health.”
The JCC’s skilled nutrition coaches will work with you to fine tune your diet, modify unhealthy habits, give
homework assignments and give email guidance in between sessions. To schedule a complimentary 30-minute
consultation or for more information, go to apjcc.org/nutrition or email nutrition@apjcc.org.
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VOLUNTEER AT THE JCC
The JCC offers a variety of volunteer opportunities, such as
helping with special events, being a buddy in our recreation Rent the APJCC Auditorium
program for kids with special needs, and more. If you're for your bar/bat mitzvah, wedding, or other celebration!
interested, please email volunteer@apjcc.org. Call 408.357.7402 for information.
14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos
HELP A
CHILD
MAKE
HAPPY
SUMMER
MEMORIES
Donate to the JCC's
Camp Shalom
Scholarship Fund today!
Visit apjcc.org/donate or
call Allison Titley at 408.357.7401.
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WHAT’S NEW
AT SUMMER
CAMP 2020
An Interview with Alix Davidson, Camp Director
The JCC’s Camp Shalom is a unique Jewish day camp experience open to ALL kids from ages 18 months-16 years old.
Each weekly session is an adventure filled with swimming and sports, creativity and crafts, nature and gardening,
dance and music, and ending with a Shabbat celebration. Camp is a big part of life at the JCC, especially during
the summer when you’ll see and hear kids throughout the building and the grounds. We sat down with Alix Davidson,
Camp Shalom’s director, to find out what’s new for summer 2020.
Q: You’re planning a lot of new things for this summer. What do Q: How about the middle school program?
parents and kids need to know? A: Rising 6th-8th graders will have some say in their group’s
A: When we started planning for this summer, we spent a schedule each week. They’ll also spend more time away from
lot of time thinking about what makes Camp Shalom special. campus, with two field trip days every week.
We thought about the ideals of summer camp and how we
Q: Any other changes?
could achieve them. We strongly believe that Camp Shalom
A: Preschool camp is building on its robust program from
is here to help make sure kids know what it means to be part
past summers; both summer sessions for preschoolers are
of a community. To that end, we made some changes to the
now 5 weeks long. For rising 9th and 10th graders, the Yoetz
structure of camp, but our heart is unchanged! In past summers
counselor-in-training program is now application-based; kids
we offered some specialty tracks run by outside vendors, and
fill out an application and submit two recommendations. We’re
the choice for kids was either a traditional camp program
also introducing Camp Chaverim, an inclusion program for
with a mix of activities each day, or a specialty camp run by
campers with special needs. One change parents should be
an outside vendor. We asked ourselves how we could give all
aware of for this summer is that we’ll be a little firmer about
kids access to the specialty experience without taking them
our registration policy. The registration deadline is May 22.
away from regular camp. So, this summer, we’ll combine
If you sign up after the deadline, we’ll accommodate your
the best of traditional camp with the best of specialty camp.
child if we can, but places are subject to availability and aren’t
Campers can focus on the activities they love while still
guaranteed. All registrations must be received no later than
making connections not only with their cabin group but
2 weeks before the start date of the session you’re signing
with the entire Camp Shalom community. We’re also really
up for. This is to ensure we have appropriate staffing ratios.
emphasizing the idea of being a values-driven camp with a
Jewish Value of the Week. Whether you’re in preschool or Q: What are you looking forward to most about this summer?
high school, we’ll all explore the weekly value and use it as a A: My favorite part of camp is that moment each week when
foundation for conversations and activities. you realize that a group of strangers has become friends. The
excitement in a kindergartener’s face when they see their
Q: Tell us more about the camp tracks for grades K-5.
favorite counselors, and the pride I feel when our middle
A: Each week will offer the choice of different “tracks” for every
school campers go from being young kids to being role models.
K-5 age group. Tracks allow campers to pick what interests them
Each camp day is filled with magic moments and getting to
and explore new topics. Each track focuses on a specialized
witness those is the best!
subject area, such as sports, swimming, science, art, cooking,
Hebrew, outdoor skills, circus, musical theater, and so forth. You can contact Alix in the camp office:
Even if a camper chooses the same track for multiple weeks, camp@apjcc.org or 408.357.7416
there will be new themed activities each week so it won’t be
repetitive. Counselors are specialized too -- your camper could
be in sports camp with a college athlete or in performing arts
camp with a professional actor.
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Water Tot Classes with Lego. A great problem-solving class. Drama With Young Performers (ages
(ages 6 months-3 years, with an adult) Instructor: Samare Moazeni. 3-4)
Introduce your child to the water with fun games Tue 3/24-5/19*, 12:30-1:15pm Choose your favorite character and play on
and songs in this parent-and-me class. Maximum $170 the stage. Children will make up stories and
of 6 students per class.Classes run from April *No class 4/14 choose their favorite characters and costumes.
through October. Each class is 30 minutes. Abracadabra! (ages 4-5) We’ll also design and build a stage as a group
Choose Saturdays at 11:30am or Saturdays at Witches and Wizards, Fairies and Critters! and play roles in it for each story. Instructor:
3:30pm. Price per day is $20 CM, $30 SM/NM. We’ll explore all things MAGIC, through Samare Moazeni.
Monthly price varies based on how many days stories and art. And, maybe do a little magic Thu 3/26-5/21*, 12:30-1:15pm
are in the session. All classes are billed at the ourselves. Each week, we’ll read a story and $150
beginning of the each session. *No class 4/9, 4/16
then work on a project inspired by our book.
Making Music (ages 2.5-5) Instructor: Quelise Schroeder. Mini Sports (ages 3-5)
Join a whole lot of fun with music and movement. Tue 3/24-5/19*, 2:15-3:00pm A fun introduction to organized athletic
Children will experience an interactive and $170 play. Choose Thu or Fri class. Instructor:
enriching musical world through songs,
*No class 4/14 Liverpool Football Club, Bay Area.
instruments and interpretive dance with Let Your Seuss Loose (ages 3-5) Ages 3-4
imaginative play. Minimum enrollment: 5. Enjoy a whimsical journey through the Thu 3/26-5/21*, 12:30-1:15pm
legendary stories of Dr. Seuss. During each Fri 3/27-5/22*, 12:30-1:15pm
Maximum enrollment: 8. Instructor: Karen $150
Enfield. class children will experience a story being Ages 4-5
Mon 3/23-5/18* read, then complete a project related to the Thu 3/26-5/21*, 1:30-2:15pm
Ages 2.5-3, 12:30-1:15pm theme of the book. Instructor: Rebecca Fri 3/27-5/22*, 1:30-2:15pm
Ages 3-5, 1:30-2:15pm Silberstein. $150
$170 Wed 3/25-5/27* *No class 4/9, 4/10, 4/16, 4/17
*No class 4/13 Ages 3-4, 12:30-1:15pm
Ages 4-5, 1:30-2:15pm Yoga Kids (ages 2.5-5)
STEAMing at Preschool (ages 3-5) Enjoy the benefits of yoga combined
Play-based projects that explore basic STEAM $150
*No class 4/8, 4/15, 4/22 with storytelling, music and creative
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and arts. Minimum enrollment: 5. Maximum
Math) concepts. Instructor: Samare Moazeni Aquatic Adventures! (ages 4-5)
enrollment: 8. Instructor: Linda Adleson.
Mon 3/23-5/18* Together we’ll dive deep into the depths of
Fri 3/27-5/22*
Ages 3-4, 12:30-1:15pm the ocean, wander through meandering rivers,
Ages 2.5-3, 12:30-1:00pm, $130
Ages 4-5, 2:00-2:45pm and cruise across crystal clear lakes. We’ll read
Ages 3-5, 1:30-2:15pm, $150
$170 stories from my underwater library, and then *No class 4/10, 4/17
*No class 4/13
work on our very own, multilayered canvases,
How Does Your Garden Grow (ages 3-5) inspired by the creatures we meet, and their APJCC Dance Academy (ages 2-9 years)
Spring is here and we’re ready to make things hidden world. Instructor: Quelise Schroeder. Learn ballet, combo, breakdancing, hip hop,
grow. Our class will include activities such as Wed 3/25-5/20*, 2:15-3:00pm jazz, tap, and more. For schedule and more
planting, art, cooking and stories. Come help $150 information, see page 12.
*No class 4/8, 4/15
our garden grow. Instructor: Rebecca Silberstein. Tennis Lessons (ages 4 & up)
Tue 3/24-5/26* IvriTime (ages 3-5) For details, see page 13.
Ages 3-4, 12:30-1:15pm Ivrit is the word for “Hebrew” in the Hebrew
Ages 4-5, 1:30-2:15pm language. Children are invited on a journey to
$150 learn Hebrew through play, songs, and crafts.
*No class 4/7, 4/14, 4/21
Instructor: Ronit Rose.
Lego City (ages 3-4) Thu 3/26-5/21*
Each week in Lego City, children will face the Ages 3-4, 12:30-1:15pm
challenge of running a city. They’ll make a map of Ages 4-5, 1:30-2:15pm
a city, figure out the necessities, work together to $150
*No class 4/9, 4/16
solve the problems and finally build the solutions
J-Fam: A Playgroup for
Jewish Babies & their Grownups
J-Fam is the perfect combination of singing,
stories, learning, sharing and finding support.
Our arms are open to moms, dads, grandparents
and other caregivers. Offered by Jewish
Federation of Silicon Valley at the JCC every
Wednesday, 10:00-11:00am.
To join, email roni@jvalley.org.
Questions? Contact wendyz@apjcc.org unless
another email is specified in the class description
11Youth CM Full Center Member SM Social Member NM Non-Member
Register online at www.apjcc.org
Youth enrichment programs are made possible, in part, by a generous gift from Ron Cohn in memory of Edythe Cohn.
AFTER-SCHOOL ENRICHMENT Bizzy Bodies (grades K-3) Basketball Skills Clinic
Build confidence, strength and flexibility that will Youth Basketball Skills Clinic is coming this
Let’s Make Music (grades K-2) empower you. Participate in fun activities, sports, spring. Dates and times TBD. Separate 8-week
Join us in making music with glockenspiels, bells, games and obstacle courses that will energize you clinics will be available for grades 1-4 and
drums, ukuleles and recorder type instruments! and sharpen your motor skills. Learn about your grades 5-8. Visit apjcc.org/basketball for the
Learn some folk songs, improvise and experience body, the names of your muscles and bones and why most up-to-date information.
group music making. Sing, dance and play with it's important to be active and eat healthy on a daily
others to create musical arrangements. Based on basis. This class is extremely motivating, exciting Soccer
Orff, Gordon, Dalcroze and Montessori methods, and fun! Come join the Bizzy Bodies team! With The JCC offers soccer for children from ages
this class gives the child active ways to listen and instructor Marcella Yvarra. 1-17 through the Liverpool Football Club
create music. Non-refundable $20 materials fee Fri 3/27-5/15*, 3:15-4:15pm (LFC) program. More info: apjcc.org/soccer
payable to instructor at first class. CM/SM $135 NM $155
*No class 4/10, 4/17
Mon 3/30-5/11,* 3 :45-4:30pm
CM/SM $135 NM $155 Chess (grades K-8)
*No class 4/13
Players of all skill levels are welcome. Beginners will
FOR CHILDREN
Ukulele (grades 3-8) learn the fundamentals of chess, while experienced
Let’s play ukulele and learn your favorite song! students will be taught according to their needs.
This class will focus on learning basic skills
and techniques for the instrument. No musical
Instructors from Mind Games Academy.
Fri 3/27-5/15,* 3:15-4:15pm WITH
knowledge is required. Please bring your own CM/SM $150 NM $180
*No class 4/10, 4/17 SPECIAL NEEDS
ukulele. Non-refundable $20 materials fee payable
to instructor at first class.
Mon 3/30-5/11,* 4:45-5:30pm DANCE, SPORTS & FITNESS Fun & Sports with Friends
CM/SM $135 NM $155 APJCC Dance Academy (ages 2-9 years) Sunday, March 15, 11:00am-1:00pm
*No class 4/13 We offer ballet, combo, breakdancing, hip hop, An outdoor fun day for children ages 4-18
jazz, tap, and more. Classes are taught by highly with special needs, and their families.
High Touch-High Tech -- Science is Fun! Enjoy baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis
(grades TK-5) qualified dance instructors in a fun and positive
environment. Classes are ongoing from August and more on the JCC’s athletic field. Free,
Roll up your sleeves and become a real scientist. Each
through May, so you can start anytime. More but RSVP required. Learn more and sign
week we’ll discover a new and engaging scientific
concept by doing hands-on experiments that bring the info: See apjcc.org/dance or contact up at apjcc.org/sportsday. If you’d like to
concept to life. Most weeks the experiment will result dance@apjcc.org. help as a volunteer at this event,
in something cool to bring home. We’re introducing Mondays contact gabed@apjcc.org.
new experiments in this Spring session. Creative Movement 2-3 yrs 12:15-1:00pm
Tue 3/31-5/12,* 3:45-4:45pm Tap/Ballet 3-5 yrs 1:30-2:15pm Fun and Fitness
CM/SM $210 NM $260 Musical Theater 5+ yrs 3:30-4:15pm with Friends
*No class 4/14 Ballet II 8+ yrs 4:15-5:15pm Sunday, April 19 and May 17, 1:00-4:00pm
Tuesdays Fun and Fitness with Friends is a social
YogaKids (grades K-3) and recreational program for children and
Learn yoga poses and techniques through Pre-Ballet 2-3 yrs 12:15-1:00pm
Pre-Ballet 3.5-5 yrs 1:30-2:15pm teens with special needs. The program
storytelling, props, and imagination, with provides a supportive, structured, and
instructor Linda Adleson. Ballet I 4-6 yrs 2:15-3:00pm
Ballet/Lyrical I/II 6-9 yrs 3:30-4:15pm nurturing environment to develop new
Tue 3/31-5/12,* 3:45-4:45pm skills and make friends. Children will
CM/SM $150 NM $180 Wednesdays
*No class 4/14 Hip Hop 3-5 yrs 1:30-2:15pm be partnered with a volunteer buddy to
Breakdance 5-7 yrs 3:30-4:15pm participate in sports, outdoor play, arts
Intro to Fencing (ages 7-14) Breakdance 8+ yrs 4:15-5:00pm and crafts, and more! Volunteers are
An introduction to the Olympic sport of fencing. Thursdays needed! More info: christinew@apjcc.org.
No experience necessary. Learn the foundations of Creative Movement 2-3 yrs 12:15-1:00pm
fencing through games and exercise with Fencing Acro Dance 3-5 yrs 1:30-2:15pm Summer Camp
Center accredited coaches. All fencing equipment Hip Hop 4-5 yrs 2:15-3:00pm Inclusion Program
is provided. Jazz 6-9 yrs 3:30-4:15pm Camp Chaverim is the JCC’s inclusive
Wed 4/1-5/20,* 3:45-4:45pm Fridays summer day camp program for children
CM/SM $240 NM $270 Tap/Ballet 2-3 yrs 12:15-1:00pm ages 5-16 with special needs. More info:
*No class 4/8, 4/15
Tap/Ballet 3.5-5 yrs 1:30-2:15pm campshalomjcc.org/chaverim or email
Food Explorers (ages 7-12) Musical Theater 4-6 yrs 2:15-3:00pm camp@apjcc.org.
Learn to cook and bake global cuisines from scratch,
using fresh, locally grown ingredients and learn to be Youth AAU Basketball (4th-12th grades)
confident and safe in the kitchen. Class covers knife Youth competitive basketball teams at the JCC
skills, measuring, mixing, mashing, blending, essential are run by Top Flight Elite Basketball. For info
kitchen tools, and more. see www.topflightelite.com. Questions? Please contact chafer@apjcc.org unless
Wed 4/1-5/20*, 3:45-5:00pm another email address is specified
CM/SM $290 NM $320 in the class description.
*No class 4/8, 4/15
12Youth CM Full Center Member SM Social Member NM Non-Member
Register online at www.apjcc.org
Tennis Classes (ages 4-18 years) Summer Youth Tennis Clinics Swim Lessons: Group, Private,
Silicon Valley Tennis Academy is now offering The JCC and Silicon Valley Tennis are and Semi-Private (ages 3 & up)
tennis classes and private lessons at the JCC. scheduling weekly Youth Tennis Clinics in the The JCC has afternoon lessons to fit your busy
Monthly fee for one class per week is $100 CM, summer. Schedule TBD. Information will be school schedule. Students are divided by level.
$140 SM/NM. Monthly fee for two classes per available on apjcc.org/tennis, or by contacting There is a maximum of 3 students per class in
week is $180 CM, $260 SM/NM. For details or tennis@apjcc.org. Level 1 (Water Safety) and a maximum of 4
to register, email tennis@apjcc.org. students per class in Levels 2 and up.
Classes include: Youth Fitness Program (ages 10-15 years) April-May: Classes meet once a week and the
Kids can use the JCC’s Fitness Center with session is 2 months long. Dates are 5/1-5/29 (no
Red and Orange Ball (ages 4-8) parental supervision after successfully
Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm. For beginning players class 4/8, 5/25). Choose 1 or more days: Mon,
completing this program, which consists of Wed, Fri or Saturday. Choose your time: Classes
with little to no experience. Students play with 5 sessions with a JCC personal trainer. By
low compression tennis balls, 50-75% slower are offered every 30 minutes from 3:00-6:30pm
appointment only. $235 private, $200 per MWF, and 12:00-3:00pm Sat.
than the normal ball. We focus on making child in groups of 2 or more. More info:
consistent contact with the ball, and learning June, July, August: Each session is one week
fitnesscenter@apjcc.org. long and consists of 4 lessons in a row, Monday
to hit it over the net while still placing it on the
other side of the court. Join the Blue Dolphins Swim Team through Thursday, or once a week for Saturday
Green Ball (ages 7-11) The APJCC Swim Team, the Blue Dolphins, is lessons. Registration for summer lessons
Tue 3:30-4:30pm, Thurs 4:30-5:30pm. Students a recreational year-round team for ages 5-18. starts in April. Choose your time: Classes are
are capable of making consistent contact with Swimmers are divided into three levels based offered every 30 minutes from 3:00-6:30pm
some shot placement ability. Green balls are on ability. We offer 4 practices a week, with the on weekdays, and 12:00-3:00pm on Saturdays.
25% slower than a normal tennis ball. We focus option to come 1-4 times per week. Practice Week 1: 6/8-6/11 Week 6: 7/13- 7/16
on development of shot placement and control. days are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Week 2: 6/15-6/18 Week 7: 7/20-7/23
Some rallying introduced. To try out, attend a pre-comp practice and we Week 3: 6/22-6/25 Week 8: 7/27-7/30
will place you in the appropriate team. For Week 4: 6/29-7/2 Week 9: 8/3-8/6 (no class 8/5)
Yellow Ball (ages 10-18)
practice times, pricing, and more information, Week 5: 7/6-7/9 (no class 6/8)
Thurs 5:30-6:30pm. For youth with consistent
experience playing tennis. Players use the see apjcc.org/swimteam. Pricing
normal ball at this level, and are comfortable All classes are billed at the beginning of each session.
Monthly price varies based on how many days are
rallying with an opponent. More advanced in the session.
techniques are introduced to develop a student's Group Lessons: $20 CM, $30 SM/NM per day
overall tennis game. Mental aspects of the game
are also highlighted at this level.
Register for Private Lessons: $35 CM, $45 SM/NM per day
swim lessons at: Semi Private Lessons: $25 CM, $35 SM/NM per day
Makeup Policy
apjcc.org/swimlessons One makeup class is allowed per session. Makeups
must be used in the same session and are based on
class availability.
13Youth CM Full Center Member SM Social Member NM Non-Member
Register online at www.apjcc.org
BIRTHDAY
PARTIES LOOKING FOR CHILDCARE?
AT THE JCC The JCC offers two options!
Childcare Department Located near the JCC’s Fitness Center on the first
Have your birthday at the JCC! floor, the Childcare Department provides drop-in child care seven days a week
while parents are using the fitness center or participating in JCC activities or
Make a splash with a party in our heated programs. It is available for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Fees apply.
outdoor pool, or host your celebration in For prices and times, see apjcc.org/childcare. For reservations call 408.357.7422.
our super-fun Club J youth lounge.
APJCC Preschool A fully licensed preschool program for children ages 18
We take care of the details so you can months to 5 years. This is not a drop-in program. For more information,
relax and enjoy the day. see apjcc.org/preschool.
apjcc.org/birthday apjcc.org/childcare
SPRING FAMILY SUNDAY
BREAK CAMP SWIM DAYS
April 6, 7, 8*, 10 & 13-17
For Kids in Grades K-5 Sundays,12:00-3:00pm
Join the JCC this spring break for youth sports, spring arts and from April through October
crafts, jumpy houses, spring story time, baking treats, and fun The JCC offers Family Sunday Swim day every Sunday
onsite entertainment. Each day has a fun and wacky theme. We’ll from April through October with three lanes dedicated
do art, cooking, science and more. Choose the days that fit your to families and fun! Bring some food and stay for the
schedule. Regular hours are 9:00am-4:00pm with extended care afternoon. Open to all, bring your neighbors and friends!
available. Questions: Contact camp@apjcc.org or 408.357.7416. Free for Full Center Members and Summer Members.
*Camp is open until 12:30pm on April 8, and closed April 9 for Passover. Non-members $30 per family of 5.
campshalomjcc.org/seasonal aquatics@apjcc.org.
14Young Adults
CM Full Center Member SM Social Member NM Non-Member
(20s & 30s) Register online at www.apjcc.org
For information on Young Adult programs, event
locations, or any other questions, contact Maya
Jacobson at mayaj@apjcc.org or 408.357.7423.
Monthly Shabbat Hike
One Saturday a month, location varies
Join us one Saturday a month for a Mindful
Shabbat Experience. There will be a hike with
meditation and Shabbat blessings at the midpoint.
We encourage people to leave their phones behind
or on airplane mode so we can all truly be present
during this Shabbat experience.
See our “Young Adults at the APJCC” Facebook
group for other upcoming events!
Adults CM Full Center Member SM Social Member NM Non-Member
Register online at www.apjcc.org
All APJCC programming for older adults is made possible, in part, by a generous grant from the Myra Reinhard Family Foundation. Continued Learning programs for older adults
are made possible, in part, by the Corporate Alliance sponsorship of Los Gatos Memorial Park & Darling-Fischer. All Cultural Arts programs at the APJCC are made possible, in
part, by generous contributions from Doris & Rick z”l Davis and an anonymous donor.
Lip Reading AARP Smart Driver Course Intermediate Mah Jongg
Learn to use visual, contextual and environmental The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s This class will focus on the 2020 Mah Jongg
cues, preserving hearing and optimizing hearing aid first and largest refresher course for drivers age Card. Learn best strategies and how to play for
performance. Class is divided into three groups by 50 and older. Learn defensive driving techniques, winning results.
skill level. This class is offered in partnership with new traffic laws, and how to deal with aggressive Tue 4/14-5/5, 10:00am-12:00pm
Foothill College. More info: hear@gizmology.com. drivers. This course is classroom-based (there is CM/SM $36 NM $40
Mon, 4/6-6/22* no behind-the-wheel component). San Jose Opera Guild Lectures
Beginning class 10:30am-12:00pm Tue 4/21 & 4/28, 9:00am-1:30pm, CM/SM $20 NM $25
Advanced class 1:00-3:00pm Tue 6/16, 9:00am-1:30pm, CM/SM $20 NM $25 You’re invited to join San Jose Opera Guild for
Intermediate class 3:00-4:30pm Tue 9/15, 9:00am-1:30pm, CM/SM $20 NM $25 the following lecture in the APJCC Auditorium
CM/SM/NM free Make checks payable to AARP. Please note, the June and from 10:00am-12:00pm. Admission $10. Free
*No class 5/25 September classes are one-day refresher courses. You must for Opera Guild and JCC members.
have taken the 2-day, 8-hour course within the last 3 years to
There is no charge for Lip Reading classes, but you must register
for the class through Foothill College. For a registration package, qualify for the refresher course. The April class is a 2-day class More info: CJLL@apjcc.org.
contact Julie Brown at brownjulie@fhda.edu or 650.949.7103. for those who have not received a certificate before. Wed 5/20, 10:00am-12:00pm: Ernani (Verdi).
Speaker: Kip Cranna.
Watercolor Drop-in Game Rooms The San Jose Opera Guild Lecture Series and Preview
Learn to paint in watercolor from instructor Card tables are available in the JCC’s main lobby Performances are made possible, in part, by a gift from Judy
& Warren Kaplan.
John Giannotti, president of the Los Gatos Art for your convenience, on a first-come-first-
Association and accomplished painter. Class size served basis. Activity rooms are also available for Music: A Reflection of History (ages 55+)
is limited to 10 serious students. More info: gameplay on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons Join instructor Jan Masters in a sight and sound
mayat@apjcc.org. from 12:30-3:00pm where you can play Mah Jongg, exploration of famous musical compositions
Mon 4/13-5/18*, 5:00-7:00pm Canasta, Bridge, Chess, and more. Activity Room and the historical events that inspired their
CM/SM/NM $22/class or $108/series play is free for JCC members; a $5 donation is composers, including Beethoven, Hayden,
*4/20 class starts at 5:30pm requested from non-members. If you are interested Copland, and others. No prior musical history
in playing in a regular Tuesday group, contact knowledge required. This class is provided in
Current Events cherie@apjcc.org.
Lively discussion of news of the week. Senior partnership with the Continuing Education
Moderator rotates weekly. Beginning Mah Jongg Older Adults Program of West Valley College.
Every Tuesday, 10:15am-11:30am Learn to play the game according to the rules Every Wednesday, ongoing*, 11:00am-12:30pm
CM/SM/NM free
CM/SM/NM free of the National Mah Jongg League. We’ll teach *Spring classes are ongoing through 5/13. No class 4/1.
you to identify the tiles, distinguish between suits,
build and break a wall, complete the Charleston,
and play a game.
Questions? Contact Cherie Ravel, Adults Director, Tue 5/19-6/23,10:00am-12:00pm
at 408.357.7462 or cherie@apjcc.org unless another CM/SM $54 NM $60
contact is specified in the class description.
15Adults CM Full Center Member SM Social Member NM Non-Member
Register online at www.apjcc.org
Art History: Masterpieces of the Ages (ages 55+) Creative Writing Silicon Valley Holocaust Survivors
Ever wonder what makes a painting or an artist Explore memoir, short story, or poetry writing in Association
into an icon of its time and culture? What is the a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels of The SVHSA meets monthly for a bagel brunch.
meaning behind the colorful surface of the painting experience are welcome, with no requirement to You don’t have to be a Holocaust survivor to
or the purpose of the sculpture? Instructor Jan write! Tell your stories, receive feedback (optional), join this group. Everyone who is interested,
Masters will show some award-winning DVDs and and join us for optional writing exercises and is welcome. A $5 donation is suggested and
share personal insights to enhance your experience discussion. This class is offered in partnership bringing food to share is always appreciated.
and appreciation of art. No previous art history with Foothill College. Selected Sundays from 10:30am-1:00pm.
knowledge required. This class is provided in Instructor is writer/artist Patty Myall. Upcoming dates are 3/8, 4/19, 5/17, 6/14, 7/12.
partnership with the Continuing Education Older Thu 4/23-6/25*, 2:00-3:30pm
Adults Program of West Valley College. Thu 7/9-8/27, 2:00-3:30pm Local Day Trips and Casino
Every Wednesday, ongoing*, 1:00pm-2:30pm CM/SM/NM free** Excursions for seniors
CM/SM/NM free *No class 5/28 Adults are invited to join us for occasional day
*Spring classes are ongoing through 5/13. No class 4/1. **There is no charge for Creative Writing classes, but, you must trips, casino excursions, and more. Check our
register for the class. Please register with the instructor.
website for new adventures.
Wonders of the World (ages 55+) Grandpals Shabbat (ages 55+) More info: fagie@apjcc.org
Take a trip through time and place every week Join us for storytelling, art, songs, and Shabbat
with instructor Jan Masters. Marvel at the natural with APJCC Preschoolers on selected Fridays
wonders of our amazing planet as well as incredible from 9:00am-10:30am during the school year.
marvels created by modern humans and our ancient
ancestors. A blend of archeology, anthropology,
Upcoming dates are 3/13, 3/27, 4/3, 5/8 and Mah Jongg Meetup
5/22. Free, but must sign up in advance
and nature travel around the globe and in various with cyndi@apjcc.org. Thursday, April 30, 1:00-4:00pm
eras. This class is provided in partnership with the
Continuing Education Older Adults Program of West Friday Shabbat Lunch (ages 55+) April 30 is National Mah Jongg Day. Meet
Valley College. Our monthly lunches are a great way to close other Mah Jongg players at the JCC for an
Every Wednesday, ongoing*, 2:30-3:45pm out your week. Following a healthy lunch you’ll afternoon of Mah Jongg. Play with the 2020
CM/SM/NM free hear from specialists in their field on topics that card. Bring your group to play or meet new
*Spring classes are ongoing through 5/13. No class 4/1. will affect your life, or be entertained by local players and create a new Mahj group. We’ll
performers. See the apjcc.org website for topics. even have a “meet up” board where you can
RSVP to cherie@apjcc.org. leave your number if you’re looking for a
Fri 4/24, 5/22, 7/24, 8/21, 12:00pm-2:00pm game. Admission $5, and FREE for JCC
CM/SM $6 per lunch* NM $8.50 per lunch* members. More info: apjcc.org/meetup
*If you arrive for lunch without a reservation,
the lunch cost is $10. There is no lunch in June.
APJCC Corporate Alliance
Thank you to our Corporate Alliance partners for their support of our community and our JCC.
We hope you will consider patronizing their services. To learn more about how to become a Corporate Alliance partner, and receive
promotional and branding benefits (while also supporting your community), please contact the Development Department at 408.357.7424.
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Monthly Moms’ Circle - Connect Your Song and Spirit Nights:
The Addison-Penzak JCC is proud to be a part Life to the Jewish Calendar Erev Nigun v’Neshamah
of the Koret Initiative on Jewish Peoplehood. The Join Rabbi Laurie Matzkin, our Mindful Jewish These new gatherings are a time to celebrate
JCC is also generously supported by the Taube Journeys Educator, for an exploration of the and meditate through sharing music together.
Foundation for Jewish Life & Culture, and by themes of the Jewish months and how their Join our circle of song, using Hebrew words and
the Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley and other unique energies can help focus our personal melodies that inspire us spiritually, with a pause
generous supporters. growth throughout the year. This framework for between for breathing and quieting the mind.
reflection and mindfulness is organized around Some songs might be familiar and others fresh
The Dianne Portnoy Endowment for Jewish the Jewish calendar but applies to women of all and new. No experience necessary, just an open
Life and Learning helps support Jewish Life and faiths. All moms are welcome. First session is free, heart and willingness to open your voice. For
Learning programs at the APJCC. Please consider then $10/session. This program is a partnership more information or to register, contact Rabbi
giving a generous gift today at apjcc.org/donate. between the APJCC and the Jewish Federation of Laurie Matzkin, rabbilaurie@apjcc.org
Silicon Valley. More info: rabbilaurie@apjcc.org Upcoming date: Thu 3/26 & Wed 5/20, 7:45pm at a
Mon 3/9, 4/6, 5/11, 8:45-10:15am private location
CM/NM/SM $10/session, first time free CM/SM/NM Free
Support Group for Parenting on the Ongoing, Free Drop-in Classes
Special Needs Journey Classic Jewish Texts. Rabbi Joey Felsen of the
®
Parenting can be joyful, stressful, uplifting and Jewish Study Network guides you through the
frustrating - all in one day (hour?!). The journey
OF SILICON VALLEY
early rabbinic masterpiece Pirkei Avot, along with
to, through, and beyond a special needs diagnosis Maimonides’ commentary on the text. No Hebrew
can make the parenting experience all the more necessary. Every Tuesday, 9:30-11:00am.
Cultivating Equanimity: A Jewish intense. Join an intimate circle of parents on the
Meditation and Yoga Retreat Russian Language Torah Study. Meet to discuss
first Monday evening of the month for sharing, the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Ilana Baird.
Friday, April 17, 4:30 pm-Sunday, April 19, 1:30pm
listening, and supporting each other with practical All discussion is in Russian. Every Tuesday,
At Land of Medicine Buddha in Soquel, California
advice. For parents of preschool and early- 10:00-11:30am.
Enjoy a Shabbat weekend in the Santa Cruz elementary aged children with any diagnosis.
Mountains and develop tools for cultivating Facilitated by Rabbi Laurie Matzkin, JCC Mindful Duties of the Heart. Drop in to study Duties of the
equanimity through meditation and yoga infused Jewish Journeys Educator. Jewish wisdom will Heart, a guide to developing one’s inner spiritual life,
with Jewish wisdom teachings, nature, periods of be used as a framework for discussion prompts; written by eleventh century rabbi and philosopher,
silence, and practice in a supportive community. however no Jewish background or affiliation is Bachya ibn Pakuda. No experience or specialized
This retreat is co-offered by Shalem—the Jewish necessary. Co-sponsored by the JCC and Parents knowledge necessary. With Rabbi Hugh Seid-
Wellness Initiative of the Peninsula JCC, Embodied Valencia. Every Wednesday, 9:00-10:30am.
Jewish Learning, the Addison-Penzak JCC, and Mon Helping Parents.
4/6, 5/4, 6/1, 7:45-9:00pm Wellbeing Walks. Are you interested in
the Oshman Family JCC. With Rabbi Lavey Derby, CM/SM/NM Free developing tools for mind/body/spirit self-care?
Julie Emden, Rabbi Hugh Seid-Valencia, Rabbi Join Rabbi Hugh, the JCC’s Director of Community
Laurie Matzkin, Tracey Green, Scott Green, and Engagement, for monthly wellbeing walks. We
more. Register at apjcc.org/yoga will meet in the main lobby, investigate how the
Melton Scholars: Social Justice: JCC’s value of the month might inspire wise action
The Heart of Judaism in through brief text study and intention setting,
Theory and Practice walk together to the Los Gatos Creek, practice
This course draws from text and history to explore a brief meditative exercise in a beautiful setting,
how social justice work goes beyond addressing and return to the JCC for a closing reflection. First
short-term needs, and looks at structural causes Wednesday of every month, 11:00am. Please dress
of injustice today. Taught by Rabbi Hugh Seid- comfortably and wear your preferred walking
Valencia, the APJCC’s Director of Community shoes.This program is free. No need to register,
Engagement, and Diane Fisher, Director of the just drop in.
Jewish Community Relations Council of the
Jewish Federation. Register at apjcc.org/melton
Mon 2/24-6/1, 7:00-8:30 pm* SILICON
VALLEY
(class has already started, but you can still sign up)
CM/SM/NM $250**
COMMUNITY
*no class 3/9, 3/30, 4/20, 4/27, 5/25 **Plus cost of class reader
TRIP
TO ISRAEL
June 22-July 2, 2020
Organized by the Oshman Family JCC in Palo
Alto, in partnership with the Addison-Penzak
JCC. Deadline to sign up is early April. More
info: www.paloaltojcc.org/israeltrip
Questions? Contact the JCC’s Jewish Life
Department at CJLL@apjcc.org or 408.357.7423,
unless otherwise specified in the class description.
17BE A HOST FAMILY
FOR AN
ISRAELI VOLUNTEER
The JCC is looking for host families for our next pair of shinshiniot,
Israeli volunteers in their late teens who are spending a year doing
community work at the JCC and other South Bay organizations. If
you’re only available to host for a shorter time period, or just want to
invite the shinshiniot for Shabbat dinner, that’s possible too.
For details, contact Maya Jacobson at mayaj@apjcc.org.
Thank you to this advertiser for supporting the publication of the JCC’s Spring/Summer Program Guide 2020.
18Jewish Life & Learning CM Full Center Member SM Social Member NM Non-Member
Register online at www.apjcc.org
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RUSSIAN-SPEAKING
JEWISH PROGRAMS HEBREW-SPEAKING
PROGRAMS
AT THE JCC Celebrate Israeli culture and explore what it means to be an Israeli
Join Rabbi Ilana for a variety of programs for Russian-speaking Jews, including
programs for children, family holiday programs, lectures, guest speakers, Shabbat
Jew living outside of Israel. Programs include holiday celebrations,
celebrations, cultural club: book and film presentations, Jewish performances and children's programs, sing-alongs, theater performances, and more.
concerts, and much more! Upcoming programs in Hebrew include a Mimouna party on April 19,
our annual Eurovision screening on May 16, and more.
Информация по электронной почте More info: shavit@apjcc.org.
rabbiilana@apjcc.org
Или по телефону 408.357.7528 The JCC is also home to the Los Gatos branch of Beged Kefet,
Присоединяйтесь к нашей группе на Facebook the Hebrew language after-school program for students in
Follow us on Facebook! kindergarten through high school. We offer multiple-level high school
www.facebook.com/russianapjcc classes. Students who take these classes are eligible for credit towards
the high school foreign language requirement and prepare for the SAT
Russian-Speaking Jewish programs at the APJCC are supported by The Jewish Education Project, with generous funding
from the Genesis Philanthropy Group; Jewish Peoplehood Initiative support by Koret Foundation, Taube Foundation for
II in Hebrew. Our Beged Kefet High School open house is March 18,
Jewish Life & Culture, and the Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley; Gibor (Hero) support by Eugene Fooksman; Halutz 7:30-9:00pm. More info: Yael Karmi at bkyael@apjcc.org.
(Pioneer) by an Anonymous Donor, Vlad & Lilia & Gorshteyn/All Seasons Roofing & Waterproofing, Valeria Simets &
Leonid Rabinovich, and Lisa & Nate Stein; Gomel Chesed (Benefactor) by Irene Karbelashvili/All Access Law Group, and
Anna Slutsky/Alain Pinel Realtors; Manheig (Leader) by Marina Salzman/Encore Travel; and Tomech (Sustainer) by Rabbi To sign up for the Israeli Programs monthly e-newsletter, contact Shavit Levinson
Ilana and David Baird, Liya & Robert Butin, Felix & Irene Sukhovitsky, and Veksler Academy of Music & Dance. at shavit@apjcc.org. More info about upcoming programs: apjcc.org/Hebrew
THE DUOMO
AND THE
GREAT
SYNAGOGUE
Saturday, March 21, 6:30pm
An evening of Jewish & Florentine
architecture, culture, music, & food
Tickets: apjcc.org/florence
More information: mayat@apjcc.org
19Arts & Culture CM Full Center Member SM Social Member NM Non-Member
Register online at www.apjcc.org
Events Playback Theater:
The Duomo and Humans of Jerusalem
the Great Synagogue Thursday, May 14, 7:30pm
Saturday, March 21, 6:30-9:30pm With Jerusalem Day as the backdrop, we invite
An evening of Jewish and Florentine you to share -- or learn -- about this one-of-a-
architecture, culture, music, and food. Informal kind city through a unique experience. The San
talks about the history and architecture of Francisco Playback improv theater troupe will
two of Florence, Italy’s grandest and most create a space where people can share stories
iconic structures — the Santa Maria del about daily life in Jerusalem, an intense place of
Fiore Cathedral (the Duomo) and the Great faith, love, fear and hope. The actors will bring
Synagogue — by Ross King, author of the stories of Jerusalem to life on stage, right before
national bestseller Brunelleschi’s Dome, and noted your eyes, using music, movement, ritual and
scholar Professor Francesco Spagnolo, Curator spoken improvisation. Come to share your own
of The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and story or just listen to those of others. Sharing
Life at UC Berkeley. Q&A session moderated your story is optional and all stories are welcome.
by Gail Price, former Executive Director of The SF Playback Theater builds communities based
American Institute of Architects Santa Clara on empathy. In a fast-paced, disconnected world,
Valley Chapter. The San Jose Chamber players we honor the power and wisdom of listening
with Cantor Sharon Bernstein presenting both to real life stories. Recommended for age 13+
Jewish and Italian songs. Italian appetizers and The event is in partnership with WZO-DDA.
Distinguished Speaker Series CM/NM/SM $20 advance registration, $25
ice cream.
Esther Wojcicki Tickets: apjcc.org/florence general admission. Tickets: apjcc.org/playback
Monday, March 30, 7:30-9:00pm • General admission $40
Known as “the Godmother of Silicon Valley,” Exhibitions
• Students $15
Wojcicki is a legendary teacher and the The APJCC's Teitelbaum Family Center for the Arts
• VIP tickets $100
mother of two Silicon Valley CEOs and a presents rotating exhibitions that explore Jewish
General admission tickets will also be culture, values and our community at large by
college professor. She shares her answer to available for $45 at the door.
the million-dollar question: How can we showcasing a wide variety of mediums. Exhibits
raise successful children? Her talk will be Open Rehearsal: are displayed on the second floor of the APJCC, and
moderated by local parenting mentor Ifat Los Gatos Saratoga Big Band are free of charge and open to the public.
Matzner Herooti, PhD. At the end of the Wednesday May 6, 8:00-9:00pm
Santa Clara Valley Watercolor
evening Wojcicki will autograph copies of Back by popular demand, this free rehearsal/ Society: 20/20 Visions of Art
her book, How to Raise Successful People: Simple concert with the Los Gatos Saratoga Big Band February 20-April 20
Lessons for Radical Results. will get you in the mood to dance! Drop in to The show features artworks created by SCVWS
CM/NM/SM $25 (includes a copy of the book), or enjoy the classics performed by an accomplished, members from beginners to professionalsIn the
$30 at the door. adult 17 piece big band. LGS Big Band has JCC’s 2nd floor art gallery hall. Free. Please join
Tickets: apjcc.org/WOJ played at Santana Row Main Stage, San Jose us on Sunday, March 15 from 4:00-6:00pm for
Jazz Festival, Saddle Rack and more. All ages a complimentary reception.
Etgar Keret are welcome. Recommended $5 donation at the
Sunday May 17, 7:30-9:00pm door to support Arts and Culture programs at APJCC Preschool Art Show
“There’s only one thing Keret is incapable of doing the JCC. Light refreshments will be served. April 24-May 10
with a story: writing one that’s boring”. This show features unique creations from each
– Guardian San Jose Opera Guild classroom at the APJCC's very own preschool!
Internationally acclaimed Israeli writer and You’re invited to join San Jose Opera Guild for View collaborative work from children ages 18
filmmaker Etgar Keret discusses Fly Already, the following lecture in the APJCC Auditorium months through 5 years old as they develop and
his Sapir Prize-winning collection of quirky from 10:00am-12:00pm. Admission $10. Free deepen their understanding of colors, textures,
short stories, and the French television mini- for Opera Guild and JCC members. media, and creativity. In the JCC's 2nd floor art
series “The Real Estate Agent,” created with More info: CJLL@apjcc.org. gallery hall. Free. Please join us Sunday, April 26
his wife, Shira Geffen. Keret is known for his Wed 5/20, 10:00am-12:00pm: Ernani (Verdi). from 12:30-2pm for a complimentary reception.
absurd, sad, funny, very short stories, as well as Speaker: Kip Cranna.
Jerusalem: Art and Mystery
for his graphic novels and screenwriting. His The San Jose Opera Guild Lecture Series and May 12-July 15
previous books include Suddenly, a Knock at the Preview Performances are made possible, in part,
An exceptional, award-winning exhibition
Door; The Bus Driver Who Wanted to Be God; The by a gift from Judy & Warren Kaplan.
about Jerusalem. The photos present the
Nimrod Flipout; and many more. importance of Israel’s capital for the people of
CM/NM/SM $20. the three monotheistic religions, in an artistic
Tickets and a list of other community events and unique way. The exhibit depicts the daily
related to Keret: apjcc.org/keret life and pluralism of Jerusalem.
Questions? Contact arts@apjcc.org Join us on May 14 at 6:00pm for a free walk and
or 408.357.7492. talk through the exhibit.
Art exhibitions are made possible, in part, by a gift from Cookie Addison and Family. All Cultural Arts programs are made possible, in part, by generous contributions
from Doris & Rick z”l Davis and an anonymous donor.You can also read
