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Bernikow Fitness & WellnessEileen Yard, Director of Wellness Services 718.475.5211 eyard@sijcc.com

Weight Watchers is Coming to the JCC!Meetings are held once a week for 1 hourProgram begins November 29 Mondays 12:00pm or Tuesdays 6:30 pm12 week series - $144 (requires 15 or more paying participants) Special Fall Promo – 14 weeks of FREE e-Tools!

Personal Training Special for the Month

Group Personal TrainingResults are Quick When You Get Fit with ChrisMany experiences are nicer when they areshared with someone else. Meals, movies,laughs, exercise, shopping, sightseeing, andtravel are just some of the experiences.Exercising as a group through the instruc-tion of a personal trainer has many healthand additional benefits for each individual inthe group, and for the group as a whole.When you engage in group personal trainingyou have a built in support system with awealth of encouragement and motivationfor continuing with your fitness routines.Group personal training can save youmoney as well. Monday/Wednesday 9:30-10:30am or Tuesday/Thursday 7:30-8:30pmMinimum 3 participants maximum 6Regular price-$300 per person for a six week program (only $25 per class)Special - Buy 6 weeks get one week free!

Functional Fitness for Kids ages 6-12Monday and Wednesday 4:30pm-5:30pm4 week program begins November 15Fee: $64M$80NM

Group Fitness

The BeastThere’s Bootcamp and then there’s The Beast! with Eric and Chris Thursdays 8:30am

Body Pump See back cover. Begins December 6!

Zumba Kids Fridays 3:30pm-4:00pm ages 7-10 4:00pm-4:30pm ages 11-13

Boxing with Bobby Cardiovascular workout using boxingmoves, mitts, bags and glovesTuesdays 6:00pm 30 minutes.

The Next StepThe Next Step brings us to the discovery of longevity and well being based on the book “The Blue Zones” lessons for living longer from the people who’ve lived the longest.The Next Step Seven Steps to Living a Healthier Lifestyle

-Play and good humor-Vigorous physical activity-Quality sleep-Plenty of fruits and vegetables-Positive social experience-Natural foods and pure water-Meaning to your life

The program includes:Education and motivation to live a longer, healthier and more fulfilling life .Everyone is welcome to come and participate in our Next Step educational program. Each week we have fitness, wellness, and medical professionals to educate and motivate you. Create your own blueprint to a better life.

November’s features:Thursdays at 6:30pm-Offsetting Type II Diabetes, November 4-You’re Exercising All Wrong with Tony Books, November 11-Working in the Right Heart Rate Zone, November 18NO FEE for JCC members - you can drop in any time and see what the Next Step is all about.

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On Thanksgiving we will celebrate and give thanks for a bountiful har-vest. We gather with family and friends and sit down to a sumptuousmeal which replicates some of the foods the Pilgrims ate when theycame to this land of plenty. They came seeking a better life but theyneeded the help of others to survive. Together with the Native Amer-icans, they sowed and reaped the bounty of the land. Quests for a better life continue today. Unfortunately, in the current

economy, there are those of us who struggle to make a better life a re-ality. Some come to the JCC seeking help, and our fundraising effortshave provided Nursery School and Camp scholarships totaling$300,000 this year. We couldn’t do this without the generosity of ourmany donors.

Tribute CardsOne way you can do your part in helping is by participating in the Trib-ute Card program. Let someone special know you care, and make a dif-ference in the Staten Island community with a JCC Tribute Card. When you send one of our beautiful tribute cards you will be acknowl-

edging a special occasion in honor of a birth, wedding, anniversary, getwell, or in memory of a loved one. For a minimum gift of $18, the cardis personalized and mailed with the name of the recipient and thedonor. In addition, the name and occasion will appear in the next JCCBulletin.

Tribute cards are the perfect way to honor a loved one andstrengthen the community at the same time. For more informationcontact Chana Cilento 718.475.5243 or ccilento@sijcc.com.

Fundraising & DevelopmentAnita Bruckmeir, Development Director 718.475.5234 abruckmeir@sijcc.com

Tributes

In Memory of Kathleen Garafolo- Jill Gottlieb and the Jewish Community Center of Staten Island

In Memory of Laura Garofalo- Jill Gottlieb and the Jewish Community Center of Staten Island

In Memory of Lou Schwed- Donald and Sheila Leventhal- Debra Silverman- Renee Feiger

In honor of Margot Capell’s 90th Birthday- the Jewish Community Center of Staten Island

To honor or remem-ber someone in thisway, please contactChana Cilento, Devel-opment Associate at 718.475.5243 or Ccilento@sijcc.com.

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Shakin in the Sukkah a Success!On Sunday, September 26, 100 people attended our Sukkot holi-day program which included decorating the sukkah, creating edi-ble sukkahs, sand art, inflatables, sports outside the Sukkah andof course eating! Rabbi Katzman taught families about the mean-

ing of Sukkot andhow to shake thelulav and etrog.Congratulations tothe family of JoelGoodstein, luckywinners of the onemonth PlatinumJCC membership!

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Camp May Be Over But The Fun Never Ends. “Fun is Our Tradition”with campers and counselors year round at the JCC

Camp Reunion - Save the DateSunday, January 9, 1:30pm – 4:30pmDon’t miss out on spending time with your favorite camp staff andfriends, and have an afternoon of food, fun and see an incredible campslideshow featuring you! Campers who attend will get a sneak previewof surprises in store for Summer Camp 2011!Bernikow New Super Camp Reunion Deal!Want to show off camp to a friend or two? Bring a friend(s) along withyou to the Camp Reunion who did not go to camp last summer and youboth pay half price admission!

All New Camp Night grades K-5Meet up with your JCC camp friends at this camp-like night which in-cludes sports, crafts, game room with pool table, video games, foos-ball, swim and holiday celebrations!Even better, bring some friends along to show them how much fun itis at the JCC!Saturday, November 6, 7-9pmBernikowFee: $10M/$20NM

Camp Sunday Funday Specialty Classes grades UPK–6It is always summer at the J with the best camp offers with choicessuch as cooking, crafts, basketball, fencing, music, swim and more!Sunday, November 14, 1:30pm–4:30pm Bernikow JCCFee: $20M/$30NM

Youth DepartmentGlenn Wechsler, MSW, Youth Director 718.475.5231 gwechsler@sijcc.comStephanie Feldman, M.S., Ed., Asst. Youth Director 718.475.5232 sfeldman@sijcc.com

Discovery grades K–2Experience the joy of culture through art, music and dance. Childrenlearn about holidays, values and traditions and are introduced to theJewish alphabet in a fun way! Bernikow JCC, Mondays 4pm – 5pmFee: $160M/$235NM

JCC University One Shot Workshops grades UPK–6Learn something new such as sewing, sculpting, Chinese jump rope, hiphop dance, hockey and more! Get to swim too!Saturday, November 20, 6:45pm–9pm Bernikow Fee: $15M/$25NM

School’s Out!When school is closed we are open!Programs run from 9am – 5pmwith Extended Hours from 8am – 7pmElection Day, Tuesday, November 2 Bowling with friends at Showplace and enjoy swim, sports and games!Veteran’s Day, Thursday, November 11 See a UA movie with Friends and get to swim, play sports and gamesFees per day: $40 Kidz Klub/$45M/$65NM; extended hours $5 per hour

Fun at Camp Night

Campers painting ceramic dinosaurs!

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Arts & CultureOrit Lender, Program Director 718.475.5227 olender@sijcc.com

FilmFilmed by YitzhakNovember 4 is the anniversary of theday that Yitzak Rabin was assassi-nated 15 years ago. After his death, anold box is opened. Dust spreads allover. Inside there are dozens of smallyellow boxes. They have all beenmarked 'Yitzhak' by hand. These are8 mm films, each is three minutes. To-gether they comprise almost 10 hours of old footage: films from a dif-ferent and somehow forgotten world of the sixties: the faces, theflowers, the Kodak colors, the empty landscapes of the recently bornIsrael. Some would say these were "the years of innocence".Stolzenberg Social Hall, Bernikow JCC FREEThursday, November 4, 7:30pm

Lost IslandsThe Levys are a happy, noisy, colorful family of eight living in a small town in Israel in 1980.Their ideal life is shattered when twin brothersfall in love with the new girl in town who arrives on an intoxicating cloud of American fragrances.Tuesday, November 9, 7:30pmStolzenberg Social Hall, Bernikow JCCFee: $8M/$10NM

Art @ the J at the Murray Berman Gallery

Presenting the photography of the Staten Island Camera ClubNovember – DecemberArtists’ Reception to be held on Sunday, November 14, 3pmAll are welcome

MovementPlease see flyers or Fall Program Guide at sijcc.org for detailsBasic Line Dance Sundays 1:30pm – Aerobics StudioIsraeli DancingTuesdays 7:30pm

Cooking ClassSpace is limitedJoin us and learn all about sushi. Theclass will encompass the history ofsushi, the ingredients and hands onmaking of the sushi. We will be makingassorted maki rolls, nigiri and varioussashimi and of course we will be tast-ing all of our sushi creations. You don’twant to miss it.Wednesday, December 15, 6:30pm- 8:30pmBernikow JCCFee: $40M/$45NM

Edible ArrangementsFree Edible Arrangements demonstration and nutrition workshop Tuesday, November 16, 6:00pm. Stolzenberg Social Hall, Bernikow JCC.

Shalom Sesame Chanukah Celebration Sunday, December 5, 1:00pm - 3:00pmJCC Association andthe Staten IslandJCC invite you tojoin over one hun-dred JCCs acrossthe continent toview some very spe-cial guests from anew Shalom Sesame12-DVD series set inIsrael from the cre-ators of SesameStreet. Come to thefirst communalviewing of this de-lightful film aboutChanukah and give your kids and grandkids a holiday treat.Chanukah: The Missing Menorah finds Grover in a tizzy when his spe-

cial friend gets caught in a game of tag with a chicken and loses herspecial menorah…just as Chanukah is about to begin! Can her friendsfind the missing menorah in time?

Spa @ the JEileen Yard, Director of Wellness Services718.475.5211 eyard@sijcc.com

Spa SpecialTake care of your feet with our Tippy Toes Pedicure $20 (regular $25) members only

Family Holiday Celebrations

Veterans Day Commemoration – Intergenerational ProgramPlan to attend this intergenerational program which will includethe preschool children presenting a carnation and a certificate toa Warld War II veteran. Candles are lit for those who were lost inbattle. One of the seniors will speak of his experiences of being aPOW and losing a brother in the war. Weather permitting we willplant a red,white and blue arrangement in our serenity garden. Tuesday, November 9, 11am-12noonAvis/South Shore JCC

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Ulpan & Hebrew ReadingSee flyers, Fall Program Guide or sijcc.org for details

Financial Literacy- Talking with Teens about MoneyHow parents should talk with their children about money and finan-cial issues. How much allowance does a teen deserve? Should it betied to chores? Teaching teens to budget and save. These questionsand more are the subject of this free Connect to Care/NYLAG work-shop.Monday, November 18, 10am Berinikow JCCTo register contact Sara Cohen, 718.475.5242 or sacohen@sijcc.com

Panorama for Jewish Living

In partnership with Wagner College Chai SocietyExploring Israeli SocietyReligious and Secular Tensions in Israel: Democracy and Faith in theJewish State. Presenter: Rabbi Marc D. Angel, Ph.D, Founder and Di-rector of the institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals.Wednesday, November 10, 8pm FREEStolzenberg Social Hall, Bernikow JCCFor more information please contact Sara Cohen, 718.475.5242 orsacohen@sijcc.com.

Community News

Temple Israel Reform Congregation315 Forest Avenue 718.727.2231Friday, November 5 - Family Services, 7:30pm Sunday, November 7 - Annual Rummage Sale, 10am-2pm Saturday, November 13- 1st Art Auction at 8pm Friday, November 19 - Tot Shabbat for children 5 & under, 6pm Sunday, November 21 - Judaica Sale, 10amFriday, November 26 - Graduate/College Reunion Shabbat Service

Ancient Mosaic: Sometimes Old and Sometimes Reli-

giousThe Archaeology Society of Staten Island will present Dr. RachaelGoldman in a lecture about mosaics from synagogues in the Galileefrom Greco-Roman times showing graven images despite the factthat it was strictly forbidden by the second commandment. Sunday, November 21, 3pm Wagner College, Spiro Hall, Room C-2 and it is open to the generalpublic. Non Kosher refreshments will be served. Free for CSI students and Archeology Society Members. $5 all others

The Jews of FinlandThe Men’s Club of Temple Emanu-El & The Jewish Historical Societyof Staten Island present The Jews of Finland by Lee Alperin of Fin-landia Foundation. The lecture tells the fascinating story of Jews inFinland who first arrived in the mid-nineteenth century through theirbizarre role during WWII. Lecture includes Famous Men’s Club Break-fast. Fee: $5. Sunday, November 7, 10amCongregation Temple Emanua-El, 984 Post AvenueFor info call 718.442.5966.

Jewish Life & Learning Yaffa Schonbach, Jewish Life & Learning Director718.475.5228 yschonbach@sijcc.com

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Senior Adults Esther Edelstein Jacobson LMSW, Sr. Adult Services DIrector718.475.5278 ejacobson@sijcc.com

Active Adults Orit Lender, Program Director718.475.5227 olender@sijcc.com

Daily Card Games:• Mondays and Thursdays, Canasta, 10:00am • Tuesdays – Open Mah Jongg, 9:00am - 2:45pm• Tuesday Evenings – Open Mah Jongg/Canasta, 6pm in the “Café”

Canasta Lessons/PlayingTerry Tancredi will share her knowledge of the game to help you un-derstand the dynamics of canasta. Come to learn, brush up on yourskills, or just to play. Bring your own cards please. Every Thursday, 10am – 12pm Active Adult LoungeFree M/$5NM

Mah Jongg LessonsAnita Sterling will be sharing her knowledge of Mah Jongg. Join herto learn the game, freshen up on your skills, or just play. These lessonsare available until the end of December. Every Tuesday – until the end of December, 11am – 1pmActive Adult LoungeFreeM/$5NM

Add a StitchShare an afternoon with friends and laughs while knitting. Knitting andall needle crafts are welcome. Join us on Monday afternoons from 1pmin the Active Adult Lounge.

Monthly Movie ManiaWatch a movie and share your thoughts with friends. Blind SideWednesday, November 10, 7:30-10pm Active Adult Lounge

SpiritualityPlease join Holistic Health ConsultantEileen Yard along with Yoga professionalsto inspire you to achieve inner peace.Thursday, November 18, 12:30pmActive Adult Lounge

Book ClubThursday, December 9, 12:30 – 2:45pmActive Adult Lounge. More information to follow“When Will There Be Good News?”By Kate AtkinsonThree lives come together in unexpected and deeply thrilling ways. This is a page turning novel.

Trip to the Museum of

Jewish HeritageTuesday, December 14 Fee: $10M/$15NM For more information on the trip please contact Bella Smorkanskaya at 718.475.5262or bsmorkanskaya@sijcc.com.

Users Group MeetingSeniorNet of Staten Island, Inc. invites community members to a freeUsers Group Meeting focusing on those 50+. Speakers will address theattendees on the subjects of laptop computers & identity theft.Following the speakers, instructors will hold round table discussions

including questions and answers regarding the courses offered. Therewill be free refreshments served. (Reservations are not necessary, butwould be appreciated so that there will be room for all). Phone1.718.475.5200 then 8 and Ext. 1182 or visit www.seniornetsi.org. Thursday, November 4, 1pm–4pmBernikow JCC

Senior OlympicsThe 22nd Beatrice Victor Senior Olympics hascome to a successful close at the Bernikow JCC,making the day a wonderful source of pride formature Staten Islanders. It was a day full of joy.Congratulations to all who participated and

many thanks to those who volunteered to makeit possible. Plans are already underway for next year's

events. We expect to have the Olympics during the week of September18. Please watch the JCC Bulletin and the website ---beatricevictore-seniorolympics.com for the new schedule in early spring. The sooneryou register, the better it will be...Keep "using it--so you don't lose it."Marie Ellner, Chairperson, Beatrice Victor Senior Olympics

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Dear Fit Pro’s:Question: I feel like the only part of clean eating I’m following is whenI load the dishwasher! Please help me figure out how to eat better.

Signed, Mr. Clean on SI

Dear Mr. Clean,The thought is that if you’re not eating grilled fish and steamed vegeta-bles, whole grains, 100% organic foods and so on, every single meal thenyou can’t be successful. But the fact of the matter is every single posi-tive step taken is a “win” and will get you closer to your goals than doingnothing will. That being said, here are a few simple eating strategies:• Drink fewer calories. • Add more veggies to your diet every single day. • Cook 1 more meal per week than you do now. Just one. You have morecontrol than when you eat out, so the more you can eat at home- thebetter.• Replace a snack each day with raw nuts like pistachios, almonds or wal-nuts. Replace is the key, not add. Nuts may help with weight loss andare clearly better than most of the packaged calorie, sugar and saltbombs in “pretty” packaging. • When you are out to eat, choose something smaller. Split an entréewith someone or order an appetizer instead of a meal.Pick just one new strategy and start this week. Continue with that same

positive eating strategy next week and add one more. Over time, all newpositive habits will replace less healthy ones and you’ll be on your wayto permanent success!

Carol's CornerWhat is the most important piece of equipment needed for group fitnessclasses? Sneakers and the proper sneaker for your safest and best per-formance.Sneakers are important especially during higher energy classes such

as aerobics, step aerobics and kick boxing. During these higher intenseworkouts you are transferring three times your body weight down toyour feet. Wearing improper footwear over a period of time can causestress fractures and tears. Purchasing a studio or an aerobic sneakerwill offer more support and stability to help keep your hips, ankles andfeet safer from injury during those types of workouts. I wear a studiosneaker and may I also suggest if you participate in aerobic activity fre-quently, you should purchase new sneakers about every three months.

Spotlight classesMondays 9:30am- Aerobicise PlusTuesdays 8:30am- Below the BeltTuesdays 9:15am- Cardio /Muscle IntervalsWednesdays 9:30am- Core and MoreThursdays 9:30am- PumpFridays 11:15am- Swinging Silver Plus (with the older adult in mind)For more info on group fitness or proper footwear please contact meat ext.1205.

Fitness Updates: The Fitness Center is open on Thanksgiving 8:30am-12:30pm.Carol would like to thank all those members and instructors who par-ticipated with her in the Senior Olympics Closing Ceremony on October3 at the Bernikow. Also, congratulations to all those who took part inthose special events.

Member Spotlight: Sidney (age 80) & Beverly Bord (age 71) They are not only the happiest couple weknow….but their healthy lifestyles are emu-lated by their four grandchildren too. Theyjoined the JCC over 23 years ago when asthey retired with the belief that exercisingwould be beneficial to mind and body. Theygo to the Avis each Monday, Tuesday andThursday for aerobics, weight lifting, resist-ance bands and socializing. They continueto renew each year because the Avis has been an important and vitalpart of their lives. For 7 years they presided over the Yiddish Groupand were presented with Menorah Awards. They also participate in theannual Senior Olympics. Clearly, they look so good together not onlybecause of their dedication to exercise but to a healthy diet low in fatand high in fiber like tofu, hummus, grains, fruits and veggies.

Avis FitnessMelissa Kraker, Health & Fitness Director 718.475.5274 mkraker@sijcc.com

TeensJewish Lens - An exciting new Teen project that explores Jewish values andcommunity through photographyThe JCC is partnering with the Jewish Lens to offer our teens an exciting

experiential, hands-on experience. Using the captivating medium of photogra-phy as an entry-point, teens will have the opportunity to explore their identity,strengthen their connection to the community, and make stronger their link toworld Jewry. Initially, participants will study and interpret photographs byrenowned Israeli photographer Zion Ozeri. Afterwards, they will photographour community from the perspective of communal values, history and tradi-tions. The project will culminate with the exhibition of the participants’ workat our JCC and then at community centers in our Global Jewish Connectionssister cities Pisgat Ze’ev, Israel and Redbridge, England.We are forming 2 groups for the project – high school and junior high school.For more information contact Glenn at 718.475.5231 or gwechsler@sijcc.com

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Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute Ela Seeley, Music Institute Director 718.475.5263 eseeley@sijcc.com

Adult programsAdult ChoirRehearsals Sundays 10am-12pm. Auditions for new members are on-going. Choir led by Neil Giniger and accompanist Yelena KhaymovichFee: $100M/$150NMChamber Ensemble Wednesdays, 7:30pm-9pmRecorder Club Mondays, 1-3pm, Avis South Shore & Fridays, 1–3pm, Bernikow

Teacher’s spotlightMasha Dubravin – pianoB.A. from University of California, Masterof Music from the Manhattan School ofMusic. Studied with Vladimir Viardo, Ser-gio Rodriguez and Awadagin Pratt. Pre-viously member of the piano faculty atMusic School of Westchester, Mamaro-neck, NY; music counselor at ManhattanBeach Jewish Center, Brooklyn, NY;teaching piano privately since 1991 in LosAngeles and New York. Accompaniedchoir at the Fridston School, Bronx, voicelessons at Manhattan School of Music,dancers at Lucy Moses School of Music and Dance, New York and “IlSignor Bruschino” opera rehearsal. Performed solo at the InternationalMusic Camp “Matan”, Jerusalem, Israel and Kharkov, Philharmonic So-ciety, Ukraine. 1st Prize Winner of Benno Rubinji Memorial Piano Awardand the Atwater Piano Competition.

Announcements: The Fall semester began Monday, September 20, however, the regis-tration is on-going (providing there are spaces available in the partic-ular program). Look for details in the Music Institute brochure or callEla, 718.475.5263 for more information.

Early childhood classesMusic Together of Staten Island @ the JCC Thursdays, 10:30am; Sundays, 10:30amFee: $175M/$195NM Bernikow JCC

Do Re Me (3-6 years)10 weeks preschool extended activitiesFee: $100M/$150NM Avis/South Shore JCC Tuesdays, 12:00pm Bernikow JCC Thursdays, 12:00pm

Harmony Road Program scheduleMusic in Me (ages3-4) Tuesdays, 4:00 pmHarmony Road (ages 4-6) Tuesdays 5:00pm Young Musician (ages 6-7) Tuesdays 6:00pmBernikow JCC

Youth classesMusic Theory for youth Mondays, 5-6pmJazz Ensemble for youth Wednesdays, 6-7pm

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AquaticsClaudia McLaughlin, Aquatics Director 718.475.5215 cmclaughlin@sijcc.com

Swimming Lessons for Tadpoles, Whales, Sharks and Dolphins begins again Sunday, October 31 at 10:00am for children 3 years old and newto the water. This age group class is also available on Tuesdaysstarting November 2 at 4:30pm.Children 6 years and older with some water skills will start onSunday, October 31 at 11:00am. This class is also available onThursdays starting November 4 at 4:30pm.

Babies R SwimmingIt’s not too late to join the classes to teach your children safety inthe water. It will save their lives!Fall lessons begin Sunday, October 31 at 10:15am-11:00am or twicea week classes on Tuesday & Thursdays beginning Thursday,November 4 at 10:30am-11:15am.Contact Claudia McLaughlin, Aquatics Director or Phylis Goldberg,Aquatic Program Supervisor, 718.475.5215 or visit sijcc.org anddownload the Fall Program Guide for full details.

Private Swim LessonsSchedule a private lesson with a member of our professional life-guard staff today! Lessons can be scheduled at your leisure. For more information, call Claudia McLaughlin, Aquatics Director

or Phylis Goldberg, Aquatic Program Supervisor, 718.475.5215.

Youth Stroke Development

Pre-Competitive Skills ProgramThis program is designed for the future competitive swimmer. It isan introduction to a team environment without the pressure of com-peting. Children should be able to complete at least one lap in thepool and have knowledge of the strokes. Practices are Wednesdaysfrom 7:30pm – 9:00pm and Saturdays from 3:30pm – 5:00pm. Ses-sion 1 runs through March 16. Session 2 begins March 19 and endsAugust 31. Please call the pool office for try-outs. Claudia McLaugh-lin, Aquatics Director 718-475-5215.

Scuba Diving Become a certified scuba diver! Receive your P.A.D.I. (ProfessionalAssociation of Diving Iinstructors). Scuba diving lessons with the JCCare not only memorable and educational, but are also an amazingexperience. Experience a five week performance based course. Don’tmiss out on this great opportunity. For more information on ScubaDiving with the JCC, please call Ryan F. Heaney at 718.344.8460.

Richmond Aquatics Club Richmond Aquatics Club @ the JCC is a registered member of UnitedStates Swimming. We provide an environment where success is notonly possible but is inevitable through hard work, dedication andcommitment to personal and team goals. Contact Coach Gibbons:richmondaquaticsclub@gmail.com or 718.475.5215.

Sports & RecreationMike Reape, Sports & Recreation Director 718.475.5212 mreape@sijcc.com

Players interested incompeting in the CYO High School Basketball Leagueshould contact MikeReape, 718.475.5212or mreape@sijcc.com.

Soccer and Sports Club Registration is ongoing. Call Abe for details,718.475.5200 ext. 117

Early ChildhoodJayne Smith, Early Childhood Director 718.475.5286 jsmith@sijcc.com

Adam and Rebecca Chazanoff at the Sukkot Family Picnic

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Live love and dance. Ourdance classes have been upand running since Septemberand we would be delighted tohave more dancers join in onthe fun.

Dance Factory’s goal is simple: to provide the best possible train-ing in all disciplines of dance from tap, jazz and ballet in a warmand inspiring musical atmosphere at the JCC. Jazz is our mostpopular form of dance, we cover the newest hip-hop and funkmoves from LA to NYC. Tap is simply “making music with yourfeet”. This segment of the class is taught to upbeat music. Does your little girl love to watch “the Nutcracker” or “Sleeping

Beauty”? If so, she is going to enjoy ballet time, too. Our experi-enced instructors teach classes at both the Avis and Bernikow.The dancers show off their moves in our mirrored aerobics studiosduring after school hours, and even get a healthy kosher snackbreak.Please stop by the reception desks to pick up your complete

Dance Factory folder. This is the last month to enroll your child inour fantastic dancing program! For more info call Melissa at718.475.5274.

Please plan to join us for the following upcoming events in November.

Family Pot Luck DinnerWhat is better than dinner with the whole family? Come join your JCCEarly Childhood family for a Family Potluck dinner followed by a familysing-a-long. Dairy Dishes Only. Pre-registration required.Saturday, November 13 (time TBA) Bernikow JCCFee: $10 per family

Family and Friends: Infant and Child CPR There are times when a kiss and a band-aid are all you need to makethe booboo all better. Then, there are times when you need to act fastin the face on an emergency. Knowing what to do could save a life. Bring your brain, your hands, and your quick action, while we bring

the care givers. Let us watch your children while you learn how tosave them. Note: This class does not provide certification.Fee: $18M/$21NM. Cost includes materials and childcareFor more information, call Jill Howard at 718.475.5224Sunday, November 21, 10:00am - 12 noonAvis/South Shore

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Call Melissa, 718.475.5274 for more info

Smoke Free Parks Press Conference

A press conference was held on the steps of City Hall in regardsto the new legislation being proposed by Mayor Bloomberg callingfor Smoke Free parks, beaches and pedestrian plazas. As a spon-sor of the proposed bill, the Jewish Community Center of StatenIsland sent the Colleges for Change and Reality Check programswhich focus on reducing tobacco use and promotion around theStaten Island community. The press conference was held to showthe support of this legislation from throughout the city with rep-resentation from all five boroughs. In addition, representativesfrom the American Cancer Society, American Heart Associationand American Lung Association were in attendance. Following thispress conference there was a hearing at the New York City Councilrepresenting both sides of the issue which was over capacity,showing the intensity of debate over this topic.

The American Cancer Society is marking the 35thGreat American Smokeout on Thursday,November 18 by encouraging smokers to use thedate to make a plan to quit, or to plan in advanceand quit smoking that day. By doing so, smokerswill be taking an important step towards a health-ier life – one that can lead to reducing cancer risk.Quitting smoking is not easy, but it can be done.Reality Check and Colleges 4 Change are to-

bacco prevention programs at the JCC and canprovide you with information to know what you'reup against, what your options are, and where to go for help.

Please contact Colleges 4 Change Coordinator Evan Kessler,718.475.5276 or ekessler@sijcc.com.

International Coastal CleanupThe GED (General Education

Development) department teamedup with our Colleges 4 Change andReality Check programs to volun-teer for the annual InternationalCoastal Cleanup. The three teamed

up and took a trip to the Great Kills beach, where there were sodacans, wrappers and the most dangerous subsection of litter: ciga-rette butts. This cleanup was designed to show the teens and collegestudents what litter is doing to the environment and their commu-nity. The groups plan on many more such activities in the future.

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