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What is Physical Therapy?

“Physical Therapy is an active approach to your wellness via a combination of manual techniques, rehabilitation exercise and movement analysis....

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  • Fitness & Wellness
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Timeless values and lessons through JCC Basketball

The Pittsburgh Clap, a rich tradition that ties decades of JCC basketball together, is alive as we begin yet another...

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  • Member Experience

The Morning After: Be A Role Model

On Sunday, I blogged how I voted. This morning, as we wake up to a peaceful transfer of power and...

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  • Community Spotlight, Jewish Life

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

I live in Pennsylvania, where things matter this year in presidential politics, and I already voted through absentee ballot because...

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  • Adults & Seniors, Jewish Life

Fall for Healthy Living

Fall… Ahhhh, that wonderful time of the year when kids go back to school, the leaves turn beautiful colors, and...

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  • Fitness & Wellness

Just What IS Mindful Eating?

Sometime in the past several years, you may have seen a flyer for a Mindful Eating class here at the...

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  • Fitness & Wellness, Nutrition

Aging Mastery Program – The Jewish Way!

I am writing to you with wishes that you live until age 120! Pupu…. Many of us know that Jewish...

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  • Jewish Life

Meet Deborah Brooks

Hey everyone! Welcome to the third installment of our health and nutrition blog. I’m Deborah Brooks, one of the JCC...

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  • Fitness & Wellness

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

My concern about the US political discourse has been simmering for months. It all came to a boil this weekend...

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  • Jewish Life

Recipe Makeover – Rosh Hashanah Edition

With the holiday season upon us, it’s easy to let loose and celebrate with loved ones and food. Lots and...

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  • Arts & Events, Jewish Life

The Jewish Holidays are LATE this Year

Yes, the holidays are late this year…but they are coming. It is the middle of September and I have yet...

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  • Early Childhood, Fitness & Wellness, Jewish Celebrations, Jewish Life
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Carolyn Martin: 50 Years at the JCC and Counting

Here’s an extraordinary story: JCC staff member Carolyn Martin is celebrating 50 years at JCC. Ask Carolyn if things have...

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  • History 120 Years, News

Nutrition Classes Will Promote Healthy Lifestyle

Hello! And Welcome! I’m Brittany Reese, a registered dietitian, personal trainer, group exercise instructor and food lover. I am excited...

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  • Community Spotlight, Early Childhood

Rachel Marcus: A Lifetime of Service to the Community

“Take a look at these photos,” says Rachel Marcus, handing over a snapshot of three campers in T-shirts, smiling broadly,...

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  • Fitness & Wellness, Nutrition, Teens

Kids Love the JCC's After-School Clubhouse

The programming at the JCC’s after-school Clubhouse is what sets our program apart from other programs. Clubhouse is able to...

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  • Community Spotlight, Early Childhood

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Swimmers, please note that the Squirrel Hill pools will be closed from 11 am-3 pm on Sunday, March 29,  for the Jack Morris Invite swim meet.
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