2011 PRESS RELEASE
JCC's 2012 Staff Party
The Schenectady JCC staff celebrated the New Year in Style!
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Senior's Hannukah lunch
Seniors enjoyed a delicious Hannukah lunch at the Catholic Charities' Senior lunch program at the JCC. The music, food and mood were outstanding.
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Harry Soffer Memorial Fund
(1916 - 2011)
Born in Albany, Harry lived most of his life in Schenectady. He was a graduate of Albany High School and attended the Strasburg State University in Pennsylvania. Harry had owned and operated David's Women's Clothing Store and David's Child Clothing Store, both on upper Union Street in Schenectady. He was a member of the Schenectady JCC, a lifelong athlete and an avid sports enthusiast. Harry was also an avid bridge player, having played up to recently and had been active in many Synagogue and Community organizations and boards.
The Soffer Family has established the “Harry Soffer Memorial Fund” to fund needed programs at the JCC. If you wish to make a gift, please mail a check to “Schenectady JCC” designated for the memorial fund or call the JCC office for credit card or other payment arrangements.
Calligraphers of three faiths team up
BY CASEY NORMILE
STAFF WRITER
A week after the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, Christian, Muslim and Jewish artists came together to celebrate their faith traditions through art - and to remember that their commonalities matter most.
"Three Scribes: Friends in Art" was held Sept. 18 at the Jewish Community Center in Schenectady. Three calligraphers of different faiths showcased their work in illuminated texts, discussed the similarities and differences in their respective religious texts and, together, created a piece of art to donate to the JCC More
District and JCC celebrate new Hillside Kid's Time and a growing partnership
The partnership between the district and Schenectady County Jewish Community Center leaders is all about making a difference for kids and families.
That theme was clear as leaders from both organizations ceremonially cut the ribbon to the JCC's new Kid's Time afterschool program at Hillside Elementary School on Wednesday evening, Sept. 14. More
SUMMERFEST WAS THE BEST!
Thanks to those who were among the almost 200 people who helped us celebrate Summerfest at the Family Park Pool!
Were you seen at Summerfest this year?
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Camp learns about Tisha B'Av
The Schenectady JCC Camp Chaverim learned about "Tisha B'Av"; the 9th of Av, which commemorates the destruction of the second temple in Jerusalem. Rabbi Matt Cutler of Congregation Gates of Heaven gave the campers a lesson last Friday and a model temple was burned to signify that day in Jewish history.
90th
Anniversary
Happy Birthday JCC
CELEBRATION KICK-OFF HUGE SUCCESS
On December 19th, the Schenectady JCC kicked-off its year-long 90th anniversary celebration. Along with local politicians and dignitaries, three of the Center's ninety year old members were honored: Robert Ludwig, and Marilyn & Harry Sofer, along with Amy Yao, the winner of the Center's 90th anniversary logo competition.
Remarks at the event were given by Center President Sharon Cutler and Executive Director Mark Weintraub. Also joining in the celebration were long time supporters Neil and Jane Golub and members of the Golub family, including Andrea Golub, next year's incoming Center President. For additional information and photos of the event please click on the following links.
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