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Bring on The Light – Chanukah!

Posted by Rabbi Ron Symons on December 5, 2016

As the days get shorter during the end of 2016, Chanukah could not come any sooner. As I prepare for the Festival of Lights this year, I am particularly aware of the eternally contemporary message of the Macabees. Way back when, around 2100 years ago, when the Assyrian Greeks radically changed the structure of society by not allowing our ancestors to celebrate Shabbat, study Torah nor perform …

Timeless values and lessons through JCC Basketball

Posted by Mark Pattis on November 9, 2016

The Pittsburgh Clap, a rich tradition that ties decades of JCC basketball together, is alive as we begin yet another basketball season here at the JCC. On November 1, we hosted our annual “Basketbash” to kick off the hoops season. Each team was introduced as they entered the gym to the same clap that has echoed in the gym for three decades. The clap has not …

The Morning After: Be A Role Model

Posted by Rabbi Ron Symons on November 9, 2016

On Sunday, I blogged how I voted. This morning, as we wake up to a peaceful transfer of power and a celebration of our democracy, I want to share my hope. Every single one of us has to be a role model for the other. I am still committed to the confluence of Jewish and American values I wrote about on Sunday: We are commanded to strive to …

I voted as a proud American Jewish citizen. Will you?

Posted by Rabbi Ron Symons on November 6, 2016

I live in Pennsylvania, where things matter this year in presidential politics, and I already voted through absentee ballot because my schedule won’t allow me to vote in person. Sitting on my family room couch as I looked at the ballot, I took into consideration my shared identity as an equally proud American and Jew, as I cast my vote. I want to share with you ‘how’ …

Meet Deborah Brooks

Posted by Deborah Brooks on October 11, 2016

Hey everyone! Welcome to the third installment of our health and nutrition blog. I’m Deborah Brooks, one of the JCC registered dietitians, and I want to tell you a little bit about myself. I’ve been working at the JCC for about 5 years, counseling and teaching classes. I also own my own nutrition consulting company, Deborah Brooks Awareness Nutrition. I love the field of nutrition and I’m …

OY!!??!! What is going on in Politics? A Yom Kippur Exploration

Posted by Rabbi Ron Symons on October 10, 2016

My concern about the US political discourse has been simmering for months. It all came to a boil this weekend with videos and commentary and photo opportunities and debate and more commentary.... I am simply embarrassed about the level of discourse and wish it would change. Do you? Without getting political, I did a little soul searching in the the great Jewish wisdom tradition of Mussar, values …

Recipe Makeover – Rosh Hashanah Edition

Posted by Brittany Reese on September 30, 2016

With the holiday season upon us, it’s easy to let loose and celebrate with loved ones and food. Lots and lots of food! While it's healthy to make exceptions during times of celebration, you can help yourself by sticking with your goals during the holidays. One food ritual for Rosh Hashanah is eating apples dipped in honey. If you searched for recipes that include both honey and apples, …

Nutrition Classes Will Promote Healthy Lifestyle

Posted by Brittany Reese on September 2, 2016

Hello! And Welcome! I’m Brittany Reese, a registered dietitian, personal trainer, group exercise instructor and food lover. I am excited to start this blog series about helping people to achieve their health and wellness goals. This blog will provide information and support concerning nutrition, health and wellness to our community at the Jewish Community Center. It is a platform to get people talking, thinking, debating and supporting each other. While …

Rachel Marcus: A Lifetime of Service to the Community

Posted by Roberta Levine on August 10, 2016

“Take a look at these photos,” says Rachel Marcus, handing over a snapshot of three campers in T-shirts, smiling broadly, and a beautifully composed black and white photo of a young girl sitting on a counselor’s lap, both laughing gleefully. “Happy kids,” Rachel says, characteristically matter-of-fact. “That’s what we’re about.” Marcus, JCC Associate Executive Director, has been focused on providing programs that enrich the lives of families and children …

Kids Love the JCC’s After-School Clubhouse

Posted by Meredith Brown on August 5, 2016

The programming at the JCC's after-school Clubhouse is what sets our program apart from other programs. Clubhouse is able to take full advantage of the JCC’s facilities, from tournament-sized gyms and heated indoor swimming pools to grade-appropriate homerooms, art rooms and play rooms in a dedicated area - the Clubhouse. Participants are able to choose from a variety of electives, or Clubs on a daily basis and …

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