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JCC State of Mind: 05/23/2025 – JCC (verb)

At a recent meeting of our JCC leadership team, as we were reflecting on our shared journey of service, resilience,...

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Cheesecake – The Taste of Shavuot

Holidays, especially Jewish Holidays, are not the best time to enforce a weight loss diet. Take Shavuot, which this year...

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  • Adults & Seniors, Arts & Events, Jewish Celebrations, Jewish Life
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JCC State of Mind: May 16, 2025 – Vision and Trust

As our JCC continues to grow and adapt to meet the evolving needs of Jewish Pittsburgh, we’re often asked: What makes...

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There Are No Potatoes in Pringles!

Did you know there are no actual potatoes in Pringles? That’s right—just a mash-up of potato flakes, starch and additives...

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JCC State of Mind: May 9, 2025 – Going Above and Beyond

This past week, our most recent former Board Chair, Billy Goodman, received the Western PA Trial Lawyers Association’s 2025 Daniel M....

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JCC Fitness: Redefined

Exciting Renovations Coming to the JCC Squirrel Hill! Here’s What to Expect Dear JCC Family,The JCC in Squirrel Hill is...

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Fermentation- It’s not new or fancy—but it does make your gut happy.

I’ve spent the last several years studying the microbiome—reading research, listening to expert interviews, and diving into what it takes...

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JCC State of Mind: May 2, 2025 – AgeWell at the JCC

This week’s State of Mind is written by Sharon Feinman, Division Director, AgeWell at the JCC  What does it truly...

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JCC State of Mind: April 25, 2025 – Volunteering Through the Work Lens

This week’s State of Mind is written by Liza Baron, Chief People & Culture Officer Volunteering – Through the work...

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Matcha Has Gone Mainstream—Is It Worth the Hype?

As promised last week, I’m following up on the idea that the scrappiest plants are the healthiest—with a closer look...

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JCC State of Mind: April 18, 2025 – Middle of Passover Hol Hamoed

The middle of the Passover holiday, referred to as Hol Hamoed, is often a slower time at the JCC. It...

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Whole Health Insights: What Doesn’t Kill You…Might Actually Make You Healthier

What Doesn’t Kill You…Might Actually Make You Healthier (Especially if You Eat It) We’ve all heard the line: “What doesn’t...

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JCC State of Mind: April 11, 2025 – Passover/Thank You, Brian!

Last night at the Center for Loving Kindness and Civic Engagement Passover celebration, Rabbi Hindy Finman reminded us that storytelling is at...

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Whole Health Insights: Ready for a Mindset Reset?

Many of you may know me as the resident Wellness Coach at the JCC, serving up recommendations on diet and...

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JCC State of Mind: April 4, 2025 – Shalom from Israel

My most recent trip to Israel reinforced that the country is much more than just a place to visit. It...

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