Adults at the J

Adults at the J events are geared towards adults who are 18 years and over. Enjoy fun group outings to sporting events, shows, and museums. Enjoy behind-the-scenes culinary events and a variety of programs that promote personal enrichment, enhancement of new skills, creative expression, and social connections.

For more information, or to register for events, please call 610.435.3571 or stop by the JCC Welcome Desk.

ARTS & CULTURE

Gallery at the J Exhibits

11/8 - 1/4: David Lee: Watercolors, Todd Wilkinson: Photography
Opening Reception: 11/8, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Highmark Healthy Living Expo

Join the JCC along with other vendors at ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks for this premiere one-day expo showcasing health and wellness activities for adults 60+. There will also be lots of entertainment, seminars, demonstrations, activities, gift bags, door prizes and giveaways.

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November 5 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
at ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks
Price: Free

JCC Bingo Night

Come join us for our 1st Annual JCC Bingo Night. Play some games, win some prizes, and see if you'll be the lucky winner of one of our gift baskets. Bring a friend and receive an extra raffle ticket to use during our basket raffle.

Saturday, 11/10, 6:30pm - 10:00pm
Price: $22/person | JCC MVP: $15/person
Extra Bingo Sheets: $5
Raffle Tickets: $5 for 10 tickets or $10 for 25 tickets
Snacks and Drinks: $1 each

Paint & Create Party
Partnered with Shalom Lehigh Valley. Gather your friends and make new ones. Join other adults for a fun, social, evening paint party. Class is taught by Kristina Cole, owner of Paint of Mind LLC. This class includes all you need to have fun and create a 12” by 16” masterpiece to take home. Just bring your creative mind, and be ready to relax and be entertained. No experience needed. Wine and snacks provided.

Thursday, 10/18 | 6:45pm - 9:00pm
Price: $36/person

Artisan Craft Fair
Look no further for the perfect gift! The JCC’s Artisan Craft Fair features hand-crafted works by artists from here in the Lehigh Valley and elsewhere. Ceramics, jewelry, clothing, textile art, woodworking, mosaics, prints, and more - there is something for everyone.

Sunday, 12/9 | 10:00am - 5:00pm
Price: Free

AQUATICS & FITNESS PROGRAMS
Aqua Jogging Aqua Jogging is a unique exercise class that used aqua belt flotation devices to allow the swimmer to run in place in the water. This exercise is designed to help improve strength, endurance, and cardiovascular health through non-impact water resistance methods. Mondays, Wednesdays \| 10:00am - 11:00am Deep Water Aqua Exercise Water is a safe, ideal environment for relieving arthritis pain and stiffness. This class is a great way to exercise without putting excess strain on your joints and muscles. The gentle activities in warm water, with guidance from a trained instructor, will help you gain strength and flexibility. Mondays, Wednesdays \| 11:00am - 12:00pm Silver Splash Activate your urge for variety! Silver Splash offers fun, shallow-water movement to improve agility and flexibility while addressing cardiovascular, strength and endurance conditioning. No swimming ability is required, and a Silver Sneakers kickboard or other aquatic equipment is used to improve strength, balance, and coordination. Mondays, Thursdays \| 12:00pm - 1:00pm No Class 11/22		Aqua Aerobics Water aerobics is often considered a low-intensity workout program appropriate only for pregnant women or the elderly. However, water aerobics actually offers multiple benefits for swimmers of any fitness level. Aqua aerobic exercise can help increase your energy, flexibility, stamina, and strength. Tuesdays, Thursdays \| 11:00am - 12:00pm No Class 11/22 Pickleball Pickleball is a combination of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. The game is played with a paddle and a wiffle ball on a short court. No prior experience is necessary. Equipment will be provided. Mondays - Fridays \| 12:30pm - 2:30pm Price: $4/Session \| JCC Member Value Price: $1/game Aqua Yoga A certified instructor will guide the class through balance and gentle stretching poses. Fridays \| 11:00am - 12:00pm
SOCIAL/COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
J-DAYS Your very own “Connection Corner at the J.” Join other adults to experience similar interests. This is a time to connect with others. The JCC will provide the space and light refreshments. Register for the year and participate in as many of the weekly activities as you would like. Activities include but are not limited to Yiddish Club, Mah-Jongg, Puzzles, Board Games, Card Games, Book Group, and Coloring Klatch. Please ask the Welcome Desk or check the JCC website for the current weekly schedule. Click here for a full list of weekly activities. Price: $5 per season or $18 for a full year (9/5 - 8/31) JCC and Silver Sneakers Members: Free Tuesdays, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

The JCC of the Lehigh Valley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The JCC welcomes people from all walks of life. While we look at our program goals and objectives through a Jewish lens, we do not discriminate on the basis of economic, racial, cultural, ethnic, religious, linguistic or physical differences. We are open to all regardless of sexual orientation or political beliefs.