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JCC State of Mind: May 30, 2025 – Night at the Oscars

This week, something extraordinary happened in our Early Childhood Development Center. We walked the red carpet—not in Hollywood, but right...

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Energy Matters: The 3-to-1 Rule

I’ve studied leadership and organizational performance and spent years trying to put that knowledge into practice as a leader in...

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You might hate to do these exercises, but you’ll love the results!

Exercising isn’t always easy, but that’s the point of it. Regular physical activity is one of the most important things...

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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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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 are nearing completion at the JCC Squirrel Hill! Lower Level Fitness Area Transformation – Completed! We have reimagined...

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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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