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KlezFest is back! CNY’s largest Kosher Jewish Cultural Festival of the year is almost here

Mon 08/26/24By

 

Hughie Stone-Fish, MC for Klezfest

KlezFest is set to be the biggest and best one yet! This will not be your typical KlezFest, said Event Coordinator Alec Erlebacher, but a transformed music and food festival, as a number of exciting additions are planned for this event that the community has come to love.

As the only kosher Jewish festival in upstate New York, the entire community is invited to the celebration on Sept. 15 from 12 to 4 p.m at the JCC. Delicious food, fun games and activities, and lively music will be the highlights of this event designed to uplift the community and introduce newcomers to Jewish culture.

“I want KlezFest to give people a taste of Jewish culture and allow them to explore any questions or curiosities in a safe environment,” said Erlebacher. “I hope this event appeals to both Jewish people and those in the broader community, and that we can all feel welcomed to attend and embrace the fantastic food and music we have to offer.”

 

Daniella Rabbani of The Klezmers

He added that some of the desire to revamp this event was due to the rise in antisemitic incidents across the country. “I want KlezFest to counteract the hate so many have experienced and be a space for peace, unity, and celebration.”

Attendees can enjoy the weather as the talented Emmy award-winning songwriter and music producer Hughie Stone-Fish emcee’s the festivities. The electrifying musical lineup will feature a variety of artists with Daniella Rabbani and Dan Nadel of The Klezmers headlining the event. Challah, latkes, matzah ball soup, rugelach, and other classic kosher Jewish foods will be on the new expansive menu this year!

 

Dan Nadel of The Klezmers

Those up for some friendly competitions can sign up for the kugel bake-off, and participate in a blind taste test between Half-Moon and Black & White cookies. “I really hope this brings the community together so please spread the word to encourage others to attend,” Erlebacher added. “If you or someone you know is curious about Jewish cuisine & culture, this will be upstate New York’s ‘Jewish event of the year’ where everyone is welcomed!”

 

Traditional kugel

We encourage anyone interested in participating in the kugel bake-off to arrive no later than 12:30pm. All entries must be received by 12:45pm and the bake-off will begin at 1pm.

To stay up to date on KlezFest, follow us at facebook.com/KlezfestCNY or reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

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JCC’s 2024 Slate of Officers and Directors

Fri 05/03/24By

PLEASE NOTE

As of May 2, 2024, the Nominating Committee of the Jewish Community Center is pleased to offer the following slate of Officers and Directors for election:

  • President:
    • Phillip Rubenstein
  • Vice Presidents:
    • Debbie Goldwein
    • Sara Temes
    • Jessica Malzman
  • Treasurer:
    • Alan Lipsy
  • Secretary:
    • Roy Gutterman

Nominated as Directors for the term ending 2025:

  • Philip Rothschild
  • Anick Sinclair

Nominated as Directors for the term ending 2027:

  • Tessa Chefalo
  • Peter Hall
  • Karen Herrick
  • Jillian Juni
  • Keith Linzer
  • Scott Loeb
  • Theresa Lotito Camerino
  • Rafael Rivera
  • Steven Wladis

The Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, June 2nd at 11:00am

Additional nominations for Officers and Directors may be made from the floor at the Annual Meeting, provided that the person nominated be present in person, and shall have also consented in writing to the Nominating Committee Chairperson, at least 10 days before the Annual Meeting his/her willingness to serve in the specific position for which he/she is to be nominated.

Submitted by:

  • Debbie Goldwein
  • Jessica Rice
  • Roy Gutterman
  • Phillip Rubenstein – Ex Officio
  • Chaim Jaffe
  • Steven Sisskind, Chairperson
  • Michael Klein
  • Jeffrey Tamburo
  • Al Lipsy
  • Sara Temes
  • Jessica Malzman
  • Howard Weinstein
  • Staffed by Marci Erlebacher
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Adults

FIDF Special Briefing

Fri 02/16/24By
The Friends of the IDF and the JCC of Syracuse Invite you to a briefing with special guest speaker and a former IDF Spokesperson Lt. Colonel (Res.). An insider view on the operational and strategic situation in Israel, and the challenges and opportunities that Israel is facing. Thursday, March 14th , 7PM at the JCC. Space is limited. Registration is required in advance.
Portrait of former IDF Spokesperson Lt. Colonel (Res.) Jonathan Conricus

Jonathan Conricus is a recently retired IDF Lieutenant Colonel, who served in the IDF for 24 years as a combat commander in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, as a military diplomat, foreign relations expert and international spokesperson. He was the first IDF officer to be seconded to the UN HQ in New York where he provided strategic analysis for UN peacekeeping. He has extensive hands-on experience with international media (hundreds of interviews), think-tanks, NGOs, legislators, militaries, industries and institutions. In his last role in the IDF, he served as the International Spokesperson.

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Children & Teens

Holiday Gift Cards 2022

Wed 11/09/22By

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 for the holidays! All gift cards available are listed below for your convenience!

2023 ORDER DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 7th.

Gift cards will be available for pick up December 18th.

Download the form!

Apparel & Accessories

Aerie $25
Aeropostale $25
American Eagle Outifitters $25
Banana Republic $25
Burlington $25
Champs Sports $25
Children’s Place $25
Claire’s $10
Disney $25
Disney $100
Express $25
Finish Line $25
Foot Locker $25
Gap $25
Gap $100
Gymboree $25
J. Crew $25
Journeys $25
L.L. Bean $25
L.L. Bean $100
Lands’ End $25
Lands’ End $100
Lane Bryant $25
Men’s Warehouse $25
Old Navy $25
Talbots $25
Under Armour $25

Books, Music & Entertainment

CARD AMOUNT
Barnes & Noble $10
Barnes & Noble $25
Barnes & Noble $100
Best Buy $25
Best Buy $100
Game Stop $25
iTunes $15
iTunes $25

Department & Discount Stores

CARD AMOUNT
JCPenney $25
JCPenney $100
Kohl’s $25
Kohl’s $100
Macy’s $25
Macy’s $100
Marshalls/Homegoods $25
Marshalls/Homegoods $100
Sears $25
Sears $100
Target $25
Target $100
TJ Maxx $25
TJ Maxx $100
Walmart $25
Walmart $100

Dining

CARD AMOUNT
Applebee’s $25
Applebee’s $50
Bonefish Grill $25
Buffalo Wild Wings $25
Carrabba’s Italian Grill $25
Cheesecake Factory $25
Chili’s $25
Cracker Barrel $10
Dave & Busters $25
Denny’s $10
Olive Garden $25
Outback $25
Red Lobster $25
Red Robin $25
Texas Roadhouse $25
TGI Friday’s $25
Uno Pizzeria & Grill $25

Gas & Auto

CARD AMOUNT
Advance Auto Parts $25
Auto Zone $25
Exxon $50
Gulf Oil $25
Jiffy Lube $30
Mobil $50
Shell $25
Speedway $25
Sunoco $50

General

CARD AMOUNT
Visa $50
Visa $100
Visa $250

Grab & Go Eateries

CARD AMOUNT
Arby’s $10
Blaze Pizza $25
Bruegger’s Bagels $10
Burger King $10
Chipotle $10
Cold Stone Creamery $10
Domino’s Pizzas $10
Dunkin’ Donuts $10
Dunkin’ Donuts $25
Little Ceasars Pizza $20
Moe’s Southwest Grill $25
Panera $10
Panera $25
Papa John’s Pizza $10
Pizza Hut $10
Starbucks $10
Starbucks $25
Subway $10
Taco Bell $10
Wendy’s $10

Health & Beauty

CARD AMOUNT
Bath & Body Works $10
Bath & Body Works $25
CVS Pharmacy $25
Regis Salon $25
Rite Aid $25
Sally Beauty Salon $25
Sephora $25
Supercuts $25
Ulta Beauty $25
Walgreens $25

Home

CARD AMOUNT
Ace Hardware $25
Ace Hardware $100
Bed Bath & Beyond $25
Crate and Barrel $25
Crate and Barrel $100
Home Depot $25
Home Depot $100
Jo-Ann Fabrics $25
Lowes $25
Lowes $100
Pottery Barn $25
Pottery Barn $100
West Elm $25
Williams Sonoma $25
Williams Sonoma $100

Mail Order & Online

CARD AMOUNT
Amazon.com $10
Amazon.com $25
Amazon.com $100
Cabela’s $25
Cabela’s $100
Groupon.com $25
Omaha Steaks $50
Overstock.com $25
REI $25
Shutterfly $25
Wayfair $100
Zappos.com $25
1-800-FLOWERS $50

Specialty Stores

CARD AMOUNT
Bass Pro Shops $25
Bass Pro Shops $100
Build-A-Bear Workshops $25
Christmas Tree Shops $25
Dick’s Sporting Goods $25
Dick’s Sporting Goods $100
Guitar Center $25
Michaels $25
Office Max $25
Petsmart $25
Staples $25

Travel

CARD AMOUNT
Best Western $25
Best Western $100
Budget Car Rental $50
Clarion Hotels $50
Clarion Hotels $100
Carnival Cruises $100
Delta Airlines $250
Disney $25
Disney $100
Disney $1000
Hotels.com $100
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Adults

Chanukah at the JCC

Thu 11/03/22By

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 and strengthened the bond within the community. Now that people are beginning to feel a semblance of safety, the JCC hopes to bring a party that is warm and familiar through ritual and celebration.

The JCC’s annual Community Chanukah Party is making its return. The event will be held on Sunday, December 18th from 12:30pm – 3:00pm and is being sponsored by the Jewish Federation of CNY. Families will be invited and welcomed to join for a fun-filled afternoon. The eyes of the children will brighten as soon as they walk through the doors and see inflatables, crafts, face painting, balloon twisters, a photo booth and more. Refreshments will be provided and delicious food will be offered including latkes, bagels, fruit, and everyone’s favorite sufganiyot (jelly donuts). 

The After School Program will be hosting their Chanukah Party Tuesday, December 20th during the program. Children will get to play dreidel, pin the fork on the latke, eat sufganiyot and more. Each child will get a Chanukah goody bag to take home.

As usual, the Early Childhood Development Program will be celebrating Chanukah.  All classrooms will celebrate the holiday at their own developmental level within the classroom. The wings of the classroom will be decorated for the holiday and will have special materials for the occasion. On Wednesday, December 21 the classrooms will have their own Chanukah Celebration all day with special activities, crafts, latkes and sufganiyot.

Chanukah for the Senior Department will be celebrated on Friday, Dec 16th. A special lunch and sufganiyot will be served. We will have entertainment for this celebration. Reservations are required.

Finally, the whole community is invited to join us for nightly menorah lightings at the JCC. Children from Early Childhood and School Age programs come together to sing the blessings and watch as the lights are lit. Those without family to bring can find family within the comfort of the community. We will light the menorah at 4:30pm each weeknight during Chanukah. 

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Night of Shopping

Mon 10/31/22By

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.

Get a jump start on your holiday shopping! Join us for a night of shopping women owned local businesses! We will have many local vendors and businesses with perfect holiday gifts to give or for yourself! Support the Early Childhood Development Program, local vendors and businesses. Open to the Community! Vendor Tables still available!
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JCC Book Talk: Atomic Anna

Wed 10/19/22By

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 right the wrongs of their past.

Rachel Barenbaum is a prolific writer and reviewer. Her work has appeared in the LA Review of Books, The Tel Aviv Review of Books, and more. She is a scholar in residence at the Hadassah-Brandeis Institute at Brandeis and is the founder and host of the podcast Debut Spotlight. In a former life she was
a hedge fund manager and spin instructor. She has degrees from Harvard in Business, and
Literature and Philosophy. She is an elected member of Town Meeting in Brookline, MA.

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JCC Book Talk: Cyclorama

Wed 10/19/22By

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.”

This zoom talk will be moderated by the JCC of palm beaches. This is a free event for the members of the JCC.

The author, Adam Langer is a journalist, editor, and the author of a memoir and five novels including The
Washington Story, Ellington Boulevard, The Thieves of Manhattan, The Salinger Contract, and the
internationally best-selling novel Crossing California, which was described in the Chicago Tribune by James Atlas as “the most vivid novel about Chicago since Saul Bellow’s Herzog and the most
ambitious debut set in Chicago since Philip Roth’s Letting Go.” Formerly a senior editor at Book
Magazine and a frequent contributor to the New York Times, he currently serves as culture editor
at The Forward.

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