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Upcoming Events
Through a variety of classes, workshops, programs, and forums, for everyone from young families to older adults, our programs strive to expand the knowledge and understanding of our world through a Jewish lens and shared Jewish values.
Lunch & Learn: The Ladies of Television
Tuesday, May 7, 11:30 AM
Join us to celebrate the trailblazing women of television history and enjoy a lunch reminiscent of TV dinners!
Capturing the SPARK of Robin Williams: Film Screening & Panel Discussion
Tuesday, May 7, 7:00 PM
Join us for a special viewing of the film SPARK: Robin Williams and His Battle with Lewy Body Dementia followed by a panel discussion.
Art Talk & Photography Workshop with Israeli Artist Hadassa Goldvicht
Wednesday, May 8, 11:30 AM
Israeli artist Hadassa Goldvicht will discuss her latest project at the JCCMW, an art installation called "Seven Bridges," and then lead a photography workshop for adults. A kosher lunch will be provided.
Functional Pilates Series
Thursday, May 9, 9:30 AM
Our new Functional Pilates series will include exercises developed to improve your balance, control, strength, flexibility, and overall well-being! Drop in for one or all sessions. Free for Fitness Members and JCCMW Nursery School parents!
BREATH-BODY-MIND Workshop
Thursday, May 9, 10:00 AM
Learn the techniques of the BREATH-BODY-MIND™ practice, and enhance your physical and mental well-being.
Friday Night Shabbat Tots: Israel Independence Day
Friday, May 10, 3:30 PM
Play, sing and dance your way into Shabbat with the whole family!
Israel Solidarity Shabbat Dinner
Friday, May 10, 5:00 PM
Join us for wine, appetizers, and a kosher Shabbat dinner with music and conversation!
50 Shades of Torah: Judaism, Sex, and Power
Tuesday, May 14, 11:30 AM
In this lecture, we will explore the attitudes toward sexuality in Judaism and how sex has impacted the course of Jewish history.
The Best Minds: A Conversation with Jonathan Rosen
Tuesday, May 14, 7:00 PM
Join acclaimed author Jonathan Rosen for a discussion of his recent paperback issue The Best Minds: A Story of Friendship, Madness, and the Tragedy of Good Intentions, a haunting investigation of the forces that led his closest childhood friend from the heights of brilliant promise to the forensic psychiatric hospital where he resides since killing the woman he loved in 1998.
Shabbat Tots in Nature: Israel Independence Day
Saturday, May 18, 9:30 AM
Join us for a meaningful guided Shabbat nature walk and snack at Sheldrake Environmental Center in Larchmont. Don’t miss this opportunity to bond with your family, meet new friends, and enjoy the outdoors! Admission is free.
Dinner Crew: Moderne Barn Restaurant
Sunday, May 19, 4:30 PM
Come dine with our Dinner Crew at Moderne Barn Restaurant and enjoy an evening filled with delicious cuisine and engaging conversation! Our Verve ambassador, Ellen Landau, will attend this event.…
Israeli Dancing
Sunday, May 19, 7:00 PM
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Israeli dance with instructor Shmulik Gov-Ari!
Henry Kissinger: The Early Years
Tuesday, May 21, 11:30 AM
Henry Kissinger lived for a century and left an indelible mark on American foreign policy and history. Join speaker Aytan Adler to learn more about the pivotal events that shaped his career and enjoy light refreshments!
Savoring Traditions: Jewish Foods from Around the World
Wednesday, May 22, 6:00 PM
Join us for a taste of Jewish flavors from around the world at our annual Spring Benefit!
Beginning Drawing Class
Tuesday, May 28, 9:45 AM
In this six-week course in our Friedland Makerspace, you'll learn the fundamentals of form and shape, exploring concepts like values, tones, shading, negative spaces, and foreshortening.
The Benefits of Dance
Tuesday, May 28, 11:30 AM
Learn how dance can contribute to overall well-being and vitality at any stage of life!
May Book Group: The Night Travelers
Friday, May 31, 1:00 PM
Author Armando Lucas Correa will join us to discuss his latest book The Night Travelers. This sweeping novel features four generations of women who experience love, loss, war, and hope in the years between the rise of Nazism to the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Jewish Dungeons & Dragons Virtual Information Session
Monday, June 3, 7:00 PM
Are you a passionate D&D player with a desire to serve your community and cultivate your abilities as a leader? We are recruiting teens, ages 14–18, to serve as dungeon masters (DMs) for our JD&D programming! Learn more at our virtual information session on June 3.
Lunch & Learn: Foods That Boost Your Mood
Tuesday, June 4, 11:30 AM
Join us to learn more about foods that will boost your mood and lift your spirits. A delicious vegetarian lunch will be served.
Chinese Fan Painting Workshop
Thursday, June 6, 10:00 AM
Immerse yourself in Chinese ink painting in this workshop focusing on the theme of tulips. Learn traditional ink painting techniques in addition to basic watercolor painting skills and apply them to the creation of Chinese-style fan paintings.
Krav Maga Self Defense Workshop
Thursday, June 6, 1:00 PM
Carry yourself with confidence and security! Krav Maga is a powerful and effective modern martial art and self-defense system developed in Israel. This course, tailored for all levels, will teach you basic Krav Maga techniques and help you develop awareness in public spaces.
Pride @ JCCMW: Author Talk, Rainbow Challah + Crafts
Sunday, June 9, 2:00 PM
Come celebrate Pride at JCCMW with a colorful, family-friendly afternoon of unity and togetherness, featuring Jeff Bender, author of Apparel Has No Gender.
Hebrew Reading 2
Monday, June 10, 6:00 PM
Building on Hebrew Reading 1, Hebrew Reading 2 will focus on advancing your fluency in the reading and comprehension of Hebrew texts.
Conversational Hebrew 3
Monday, June 10, 7:30 PM
Refine your Hebrew speaking, listening, and comprehension skills, while deepening your understanding of Hebrew language and culture.
Beginning Drawing Class
Tuesday, June 11, 9:45 AM
In this six-week course in our Friedland Makerspace, you'll learn the fundamentals of form and shape, exploring concepts like values, tones, shading, negative spaces, and foreshortening.
Shabbat Tots in Nature: Shavuot
Saturday, June 15, 9:30 AM
Join us for a meaningful guided Shabbat nature walk and snack. Don’t miss this opportunity to bond with your family, meet new friends, and enjoy the outdoors! We will celebrate the Jewish holiday of Shavuot. Admission is free.
Beginning Drawing Class
Tuesday, June 18, 9:45 AM
In this six-week course in our Friedland Makerspace, you'll learn the fundamentals of form and shape, exploring concepts like values, tones, shading, negative spaces, and foreshortening.
STEAM School Break Program
Wednesday, June 19, 9:30 AM
Children ages 4–7 are invited to join us for our half-day STEAM program with Creativities Studio in our Friedland Makerspace! Participants will create fizzy lemonade, homemade bubble wands, color-changing slime, fireworks in a jar, and much more!
June Book Group: Taking Miracles Seriously
Friday, June 21, 1:00 PM
Storyteller Rabbi Zedek joins us to share his recent book Taking Miracles Seriously, a master course on how to craft an enriched and enriching spiritual life.
Summer Solstice Shabbat: Shabbat Dinner Community + Shabbat Tots Together!
Friday, June 21, 4:00 PM
Our Summer Solstice Shabbat is a Shabbat program for all ages. We will have edible crafts, a kosher Shabbat dinner, singing, dancing, and games outside (weather permitting).
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Summer Hebrew Classes
This summer, we're pleased to offer two new Hebrew language classes at the JCCMW: Conversational Hebrew 3 and Hebrew Reading 2.
Register Your Teen for Regents Review Courses!
Take advantage of this convenient and effective way to help your student feel prepared and secure before their Regents exams!
All About Yom Hazikkaron and Yom Ha’atzma’ut
All you need to know about these days of commemoration.
Upcoming Lectures at the JCCMW
Calling all lifelong learners! JCCMW is the place for thought-provoking lectures spanning history, politics, wellness, Jewish culture, sports, popular culture, and beyond. We offer light refreshments at all lectures, and a full lunch at Lunch & Learns.
Thrive at the JCCMW: Fitness, Wellness, and Community News and Programs
Your path to well-being starts at the JCCMW! Our wellness workshops, community groups, and fitness classes are designed to lift your spirits, nurture your mental clarity, and enhance your physical and emotional well-being.
Meet Your Verve Ambassador!
Meet our new Verve Ambassador Ellen Landau. She is here to meet the needs of our senior community, connecting you to other seniors and programming you may be interested in!
Upcoming Literary Events
Attention book lovers! JCCMW is your go-to destination for literary events. Come connect with fellow readers, enjoy engaging discussions with authors, and be inspired by the power of storytelling!
New! Krav Maga Self Defense Workshops
Carry yourself with confidence and security! These workshops, tailored for all levels, will teach you basic Krav Maga techniques and help you develop awareness in public spaces.
JCCMW Value of the Month: May
At the JCCMW, our programming is rooted in Jewish values, driven by a mission to strengthen community and inspire joyful lives. Each month, we focus on a key value and weave it into programs across our campus.
Israeli Dancing
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Israeli dance monthly with instructor Shmulik Gov-Ari!
Community Shabbat Dinners
Join us monthly for wine, appetizers, and delicious kosher Shabbat dinners with music and conversation.
Summer at the J!
Give your child an unforgettable summer experience at the JCCMW! We have camps for tots through teens to suit every interest!
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A Multigenerational Center in Westchester
The JCC Mid-Westchester offers educational, cultural and recreational programs within and beyond our walls. Our programs are grounded in our Jewish values, and all are welcome to visit and enjoy!
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Using our Jewish values, we open our door as widely as possible to offer participants educational, social, cultural, and recreational activities to inspire joyous lives and strengthen community.
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