Get There Early

On Saturday night, May 1, Biennial attendees will go to the fabulous World of Coke for a welcome reception. Register Now. Check out our great roster of speakers.

JMI Opens New Windows on Israel

If you know a teen who loved JCC Maccabi ArtsFest® or had a ball at the JCC Maccabi Games®, JCC Maccabi Israel® has two brand-new trips to Israel that will be even more fun, JMI's Arts in Israel and JMI's Extreme Israel. Trips open to all Jewish teens in tenth to twelfth grades.

Gemilut Hassadim in Haiti

Gemilut Hassadim, acts of loving kindness, is usually interpreted to mean providing food, clothing, and shelter to the needy. We have all been deeply moved by the horrific conditions in Haiti following the earthquake, and JCC Association urges people who want to help to contribute to JDC, the Jewish disaster-relief organization with more than a hundred years of experience, or to their local Jewish federations. The Jewish community has already raised more than two million dollars to help the people of Haiti.

New Training Opportunities

Professional development services has just announced its new training program schedule-webinars, conference calls, workshops-for March and April. New-professional orientation, how to connect to members, creating great programs on a shoestring, are just some of the topics. Contact tory@jcca.org for details.

Managing Cholesterol

What’s all this talk about cholesterol? Although cholesterol is a natural substance, and everyone needs some to stay healthy, too much can be harmful. A high level of some cholesterol is an important risk factor for heart attacks and strokes. Find out what cholesterol is and how to keep it at a healthy level. Check out cholesterol management programs at your local JCC.