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The JCC of Syracuse is seeking bids for exterior lighting. All bids shall include pricing for equipment, accessories, parts, licensing, travel and labor and any misc. expenses. Please email Erin Hart, [email protected] for RFP information. Proposals are due via email no later than 5/4/2023 at 3:00pm and all questions must be submitted via email as well, no later…

The JCC’s Annual Meeting and Gala is happening Sunday, June 4th at 11am at Owera Vineyards in Cazenovia, New York. The organization’s largest fundraiser of the year, this celebration will mark the 160th anniversary of the event.

You bring the fam, we bring the fun! JFAM at Camp Zeke is an all-inclusive camp family weekend. Experienced camp staff provide activities for all ages, and you will enjoy three meals (plus snacks galore) a day surrounded by your family and new friends. Your family can relax and recharge all while enjoying the beautiful…

Do you want to know how to enhance your Passover Seder? Join the Syracuse Hebrew Day School and JCC Early Childhood Development Program for breakfast! Our community Rabbis are spending their morning discussing how to enhance your Passover Seder!

Celebrate Purim at the JCC! Purim is right around the corner and the Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center of Syracuse is ready to celebrate. This year, the Jewish holiday begins at sundown on March 6 and ends the following nightfall on March 7. The JCC celebrations will include food, lots of activities for the children,…

. Roughly a dozen Syracuse Hebrew Day School (SHDS) students from the fourth and fifth grade classes gathered in the auditorium of the JCC in early December to bake bread.

The JCC is making your holiday shopping easier! Purchase gift cards from the JCC this holiday season and help support the Early Childhood Development Program and Children’s Department. It’s easy! Simply download the PDF below, fill it out, and drop it off at the JCC front desk! Then pick up your gift cards in time…

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Chanukah is closer than you think. The passing of Rosh Hashanah brings a new year with new opportunities. In the spirit of the new year, the JCC is looking forward to providing a sense of normalcy that has been missing these last few years. The pandemic gave everyone an appreciation for the feeling of fellowship…

The JCC is hosting a night of shopping! Take the opportunity to support women owned businesses and local vendors. This is the perfect place to purchase holiday gifts for loved ones. Wine will be available and the event is open to the community.

The JCC of Syracuse is co-sponsoring a book talk with the JCC of Palm Beaches via Zoom on Tuesday, December 6 at 7 pm. Atomic Anna is from the author of A Bend in the Stars, an epic adventure as three generations of women work together and travel through time to prevent the Chernobyl disaster and…

The JCC of Syracuse is co-sponsoring a book talk with the JCC of Palm Beaches via Zoom on Wednesday, February 22 at 7 pm. Cyclorama is a “deeply moving, propulsive story of ten teenagers brought together by a high school production of The Diary of Anne Frank that will shape and influence the rest of their lives.”…

The JCC is now offering a terrific deal that will let you dip your toes at the facility without emptying your pockets. Register now and earn a 4 month membership for only 40 dollars! At the end of your trial, they will receive an offer for 20% of a one year fitness membership. This deal…

Stop by the JCC for an evening with Haim Bouzaglo as he showcases his film Fictitious Marriage Thursday, October 13th from 7-9pm. The main character, Eldad is about to go abroad, but changes his mind at the last minute. Instead of going home to Jerusalem, he disguises himself and takes a cheap hotel room in Tel…

Love letters and journals from the Civil War will be turned into dramatic readings and performed for all to see. All of the letters and journals will feature residents Syracuse & CNY residents from that period. Letters will be from Lieutenants, Commanders, black soldiers, former slaves, nurses and fiancees. The play will be held Sunday,…

The JCC along with most child care and early learning centers are struggling to find quality assistant teachers. We at the JCC are very fortunate to have a great base of teachers with all Lead teachers having been with us for past school years! Along with everyone else in the nation there is a real…

The new normal has not been easy for seniors. A gruesome pandemic put the elderly at an advanced health risk. In a world where seniors often struggle with loneliness and lack of direction, fear of contracting COVID made those struggles even more arduous. Seniors were already prone to staying at home and isolating themselves. Endangering…

The JCC will be selling SaveAround coupon books for $25 at the front desk!

Tap into your dancing skills! The JCC is offering adult tap dancing classes for beginners and the advanced! The Advanced Tap Dance class will be offered on Tuesdays from 6:30–8 p.m. starting October 11th. It will be taught by longtime JCC tap instructor Barry Shulman. On Wednesdays starting October 12th, Angela Saturno will teach a…

It’s that time of year again and that means the JCC will be providing flu shots for those who wish to take precautions against influenza. Wegmans pharmacists will be on site providing the flu shots. There will be clinics on 2 separate dates: September 21st and October 19th. Both clinics will run from 11:30-1:30pm. Reservations…

August 9th & August 23rd Bring your bathing suits and sunscreen! The JCC will be offering PJ at The Pool August 9th and August 23rd! Kids will be back to school before you know it, and this is the perfect way to cap off their summer. The free, hour-long poolside event will feature games and…

Join the JCC and Temple Adath Yeshurun for food trucks and fun!

The JCC of Syracuse is seeking bids for installation of IP Video Surveillance and Video Management. All bids shall include pricing for equipment, accessories, parts, licensing, travel and labor and any misc. expenses. Please email Erin Hart, [email protected] for RFP information. Proposals are due via email no later than 8/26/2022 at 3:00pm and all questions must be submitted…

KlezFest has become a much anticipated celebration of Jewish culture. Once a year, the front yard of the JCC would be the stomping grounds for festive music, delicious food, and Jewish spirit. Klezfest, once known as the Syracuse Jewish Music and Cultural Festival (JMAC) has been the largest Jewish festival in New York State outside…

Join Stewart Gross in a discussion of the movie ‘Casablanca’. Join the Green Family Foundation as they present Stewart Gross, in discussion of the 1942 American romantic drama film. On July 7th from 12 to 1 pm, the JCC will host the conversation along side lunch. Call 315-445-2360 to reserve your spot! We ask that…

This is an introduction to ballet techniques and terminology. Using imagination and creativity – students work on coordination, flexibility, strength, and the joy of movement! These classes range from toddlers to adults; for more options, check out of Children’s Sports Classes. View our Ballet Options Dance for Two A class for toddlers and adults! This…

The JCC of Syracuse is seeking bids for installation of security film and glass replacement. All bids shall include pricing for equipment, accessories, parts, licensing, travel and labor and any misc. expenses. Please email Erin Hart, [email protected] for RFP information. Proposals are due via email no later than 7/1/2022 at 3:00pm and all questions must…

Senior Dinners are back! The Senior Dining Program at the JCC is now offering Monday Night Dinners for members of ages 60+. This will be available from June 13th-August 29th. Entertainment will be provided every week. Dinner will begin at 5 pm and end at 6 pm. Proof of vaccines are required. Reservations must be…

The annual JCC Gala has been a longstanding tradition that celebrates commitment to community. After a 2 year hiatus, the sense of community during the JCC’s 159th meeting felt stronger than ever. This year’s event was one of the highest grossing Annual Meeting/Gala in the history of the Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center. 

The JCC is home to pools of large and small sizes, including an outdoor heated pool – all of which are now open! We ask that you please bring your membership card and vaccination card to the pool for check-in. Small Pool Our small pool is ideal for small children who may not be swimmers,…

If you miss watching a movie alongside a community, this is the perfect opportunity. Stop by the JCC and enjoy the 80s classic ‘Driving Miss Daisy‘ at no cost. In order to register you should email [email protected] or call (315) 445-2360

The JCC is now offering Adult Ballet classes. Get fit through the rhythm of music and the expression of dance. To register please email [email protected] or call (315) 445-2360

CAMP ROMANO IS HIRING FOR SUMMER POSITIONS June 27th to August 19th Camp Romano at the JCC is an energetic, safe, and nurturing day camp, where children swim, play sports, make craft projects, go on field trips and make friends. Email [email protected] to apply! We are hiring qualified, enthusiastic, individuals who want to work with…

Experience a New Adventure each day! Give your child a chance to be social and have a fun summer program with peers rather than sitting at home on electronics. Each week will consist of an animal field trip, local or county park, amusement park and everything else in between. Thursdays each week the group will…

Join us Sunday, May 22 from 11 am to 2 pm at Owera Vineyards in Cazenovia, the Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center’s biggest and most important annual fundraiser is making its much anticipated return. The JCC’s 159th annual meeting and gala will feature an awards ceremony recognizing a wide range of outstanding service in support…

Stop by the JCC of Syracuse with any technological concerns during our monthly in-person IT Support Open House that we know as ‘Digital Basics’! Take this opportunity to familiarize yourself with the digital world. You can learn the basics in using a computer, nifty tools to save time & frustration, and get an opportunity to…

The JCC of Syracuse is searching for a new cycling instructor who is willing to start as soon as possible. Feel free to reach out by either calling us at (315) 445-2360 or emailing [email protected] if this position interests you.

There is nothing better than a delicious, well-balanced, kosher meal in the company of friends. Meals are prepared fresh in our kosher kitchen. The lunches will be M-F at 12-12:30 pm (see menu). $5 is the suggested contribution. Only Cash or JCC Senior Meal Coupons are accepted. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED ARE REQUIRED. Please call 315-445-2360 by…

The JCC is excited to partner with Girls on the Run to provide a Spring Class for girls in 3rd – 5th grade. Classes will be held at the JCC on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning on March 28th from 4:00 – 5:30pm. The program will be held both indoors and out depending on the weather.…

The JCC of Syracuse is seeking bids for installation of facility access card swipes and lockout switches.

The JCC of Syracuse is partnering with the Mandel JCC for a virtual event on March 9th LIVE from Israel! Explore the worldly wonders of Jewish-Latin American music alongside prominent radio broadcaster, Moshe Morad. Morad will cover everything from early 20th century Yiddish Tango in Buenos Aires, to the first import of Cuban musicians laying…

We will be having a Purim Covid Safe Festival this Sunday, March 13 @12-2pm To schedule an appointment, please book your car’s timeslot in the booking widget below where it shows the options to “add to order” or “continue”. Don’t forget to request a goody bag for each child in your car by clicking “add…

The JCC is taking preorders for next year’s National Mah Jongg League cards. Available in both standard size for $9 and large print format for $10, sales of the cards will benefit the JCC’s Senior Meal Program. The deadline to place orders is January 14, 2022. Download our Mah Jongg cards order form PDF, 266…

Updated December 22, 2021 Proof of vaccination required to enter the JCC PLEASE NOTE::Masks must be worm at all times while inside the building. Reservations are required forin-person TRX classes and all Zoom classes. The JCC Fitness Center’s indoor workout facilities are currently open to members for in-person workouts and personal training. Use the JCC main entrance…

Updated January 10, 2022 Proof of vaccination required to enter the JCC PLEASE NOTE::Masks must be worm at all times while inside the building. Reservations are required forin-person TRX classes and all Zoom classes. The JCC Fitness Center’s indoor workout facilities are currently open to members for in-person workouts and personal training. Effective Saturday, May 29, 2021,…

Updated January 10, 2022 Live Zoom Exercise Classes PLEASE NOTE: Zoom classes areopen and free for JCC Fitness members only.See schedule below. Please consult with your doctor before starting an exercise program. Questions? Email Paula at [email protected]. Click or tap the “Refresh” button on your browser to check for updates. PLEASE NOTE: Effective Feb. 8, 2021 all…

The JCC Fitness Center’s indoor workout facilities are currently open to members for in-person workouts and personal training. Proof of vaccination required to enter the JCC PLEASE NOTE::Masks must be worm at all times while inside the building. Reservations are required forin-person TRX classes and all Zoom classes. Use the JCC main entrance when you come to use the…

The Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center of Syracuse recently added a new member referral program as a benefit of membership with the center. JCC of Syracuse members in good standing will receive one month added to their annual membership term for every friend or family member they refer who joins the JCC Sports & Fitness Center.…

Below are the current employment and internship opportunities at the JCC of Syracuse. We offer competitive pay and a great work atmosphere. Free fitness membership for employees. Application instructions are listed under each individual posting. Questions? Email [email protected]. Updated September 17, 2021 Preschool Assistant TeachersOur Early Childhood Development Program is seeking energetic Teachers to assist in the daily…

January 10, 2022 Get set for your child to embark on a new and exciting adventure each day during the upcoming February school break. The Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center will offer a February Break vacation camp for children in grades K-6 Feb. 21–25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the center on 5655…

Updated December 22, 2021 Proof of vaccination required to enter the JCC PLEASE NOTE::Masks must be worm at all times while inside the building. Reservations are required forin-person TRX classes and all Zoom classes. The JCC Fitness Center’s indoor workout facilities are currently open to members for in-person workouts and personal training. Effective Saturday, May 29, 2021,…

November 29, 2021 The JCC of Syracuse will hold a Winter Break vacation camp for school-age children in grades K-6 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 24 through Friday, Dec. 31. Please note the vacation camp on Dec. 24 runs until 2 p.m. only. Early/late care is available every day (no…

HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION & RECREATION Winter 2021-22 session School-age and preschool children's classes Updated November 29, 2021 Although things continue to be different due to the pandemic, we're still offering a great lineup of classes this winter aimed at getting boys and girls moving and having fun. Classes start the week of Dec. 6 and…

December 6, 2021 The Syracuse Chargers Track Club’s Everyone Can Run Beginners Running Program was postponed last fall due to concerns over the pandemic. It will now start on Jan. 5, 2022 at the Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center’s Neulander Family Sports & Fitness Center. Greg Tuttle of the Syracuse Chargers, a USA Track & Field-certified coach,…

The cultural phenomenon of home DNA testing December 6, 2021 The Jewish Genealogy Society of CNY will hold its next meeting on Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021 at 1 p.m. via Zoom. Special guest Libby Copeland will explore the extraordinary cultural phenomenon of home DNA testing, which is redefining family history. The event is free and…

December 2, 2021 In-person sales of the SaveAround coupon book have returned at the JCC! Purchasing a 2022 SaveAround Syracuse/CNY coupon book can score you some great money-saving deals. Plus, you’ll be helping to support this JCC of Syracuse fundraiser! Only $25/book. Buy in-person at the JCC main entrance reception desk. Want to receive your…

The JCC will be offering the American Red Cross Lifeguarding training classes