REMINDER: Our JCC Mask Protocol 

We continue to follow the Commonwealth of Virginia recommendations and CDC guidelines. In recent weeks, Virginia Beach has transitioned from "high" to "substantial" community transmission rates. As per the CDC, masking is recommended in public, indoor settings in communities with high or substantial transmission. We monitor rates on an ongoing basis and will evaluate our policy once our community is below "substantial." Thank you, in advance, for your consideration of the children, seniors, and entire community that utilizes the Simon Family JCC and the programs on the Sandler Family Campus. Please continue to bring and wear your mask in the building. As always, our security and front desk will continue to ensure compliance with this policy.  

Tickets Avail for Film Screening and Discussion with Renowned Archeologist

Tomorrow, Wednesday, November 10^th, join the Holocaust Commission for an extraordinary film event, as we screen The Good Nazi, at the Simon Family JCC. Stay for a post-film talk by Dr. Richard Freund, forensic archeologist on whose work the film is based. (Freund is the Bertram and Gladys Aaron Professor in Jewish Studies at Christopher Newport University.) A $10 entry fee will support Dr. Freund’s work at CNU, including restorations at many world Jewish Heritage sites. Click the button below to reserve your spot (space is limited). Watch the film trailer here. 

This presentation is a partnership between the Holocaust Commission of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater and Christopher Newport University. Prior to the Nov. 10 screening, CNU will host a series of educational programs on their campus, including the Virginia Holocaust Museum’s acclaimed Auschwitz exhibit. 

Drop-In Yoga Classes Now an Option 

WEDNESDAYS, at 6:00 PM

JFITs “Fall Into Yoga” intensive is in it’s second month of this 3-month series. Instructor Pam is leading the November “Foundations of Asana” classes on Wednesday evenings, at 6 PM. These are idyllic classes for those who have always been yoga-curious but yet to take the plunge; as well as for the seasoned practitioners who want to improve their basic form. While a monthly program, we have room for per class drop-ins ($18 per class). See the front desk or email TPurcell@UJFT.org for information or sign ups for these wonderful Wednesday evening yoga classes. You can also SIGN UP for December, which features Restorative Practices and will be taught by Pam, Rachel & Alexa.

A Parenting Workshop + Sunday Fun Day

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2:00 pm

Parenting with Sanity & Joy: An Interactive Workshop with author Susan Groner. Join author and parent educator, Susan Groner, for this interactive workshop. Through actionable tips, parenting mentor Groner will share the best parenting wisdom which can also be found in her easy-to-read book, providing simple, fun, and effective guidance. Parents are invited to join the workshop while their children enjoy Sunday Fun Day activities led by Camp JCC staff. Presented by United Jewish Federation of Tidewater and the Simon Family JCC’s Lee and Bernard Jaffe Family Jewish Book Festival, in partnership with PJ Library and PJ Our Way. For more information and to register, click the button below or contact Nofar Trem, PJ Library program coordinator, at NTrem@UJFT.org

A Special Blood Drive at the JCC: Dec. 1st

Please put Wednesday, December 1^st, on your calendar. The Simon Family JCC and United Jewish Federation of Tidewater are hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive at the JCC, in honor of one of our own. Sam Sachs is a local hero and “warrior” who is currently receiving treatment for T-Cell Leukemia. He’s made it a mission to make our community-at-large aware of the need for blood and platelets at this critical time. The Red Cross will be set up — safely — in our gymnasium from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM on Dec. 1. You can sign up for your donation slot in advance, at the button below: Type the code "SAM" in the 'Search' box and our listing will pop up. We’re aiming for a highly successful day of donations from our community of givers.

Yale Author Talk, Next Monday, Includes Free Lunch

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, at 12 NOON

Join us at the Simon Family JCC for this free in-person program that includes lunch! Tickets are available but you must register in advance (click button below). Author Elyssa Friedland will discuss her latest book, “Last Summer at the Golden Hotel.” If you’ve ever been intrigued at the so-called “Jewish Alps” hey dey, where the well-heeled and celebrities spent their time north of New York City, this is a fantastic read. Friedland currently teaches creative writing at Yale University, is a Columbia Law School graduate, and has been published in the Washington Post, New York magazine, and more. This event is part of our Lee and Bernard Jaffe Family Jewish Book Festival.