JCC Podcast

JCC Celebrates Hanukkah at Lights in the Parkway

ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- The City of Allentown's Lights in the Parkway holiday lights display is back open after it was forced to go dark following a significant act of vandalism. The destruction caused thousands of dollars worth of damage. Despite the frigid temps, dozens came out for “Move It Monday.” Monday night’s reopening was especially more»

LISTEN NOW: The Patio Podcast - Hess's and the JCC, Part 2

Earlier this year, thanks to a grant from the Lehigh Valley Arts and Cultural Alliance (LVACA), I took my microphones inside several Allentown community centers focused on retired adults and seniors, specifically asking for stories from Lehigh Valley local who, when it comes to Hess’s department store, are the true legacy-holders. IN THIS EPISODE: more»

From Fall Prevention to Podcasts, JCC Focuses on Senior Programs

Over the past couple months at the JCC, some highlight senior adult programs have been organized. In September, the JCC partnered with the Allentown Health Bureau to host an 8-week fall prevention workshop following The National Council On Aging’s A Matter of Balance (MOB) curriculum. MOB is an evidence-based program that works to reframe how one more»

JCC Volunteers Honored for 25 Years of Community Empowerment

Our team was proud to celebrate the 25th Anniversary Outfit to Empower Luncheon, honoring The Perfect Fit for Working Women and its incredible impact in helping women enter the workforce with confidence and career readiness. We were especially honored as the Jewish Community Center of the Lehigh Valley was recognized as one of the five original founding more»

LISTEN NOW: The Patio Podcast - Hess's and the JCC, Part 1

Earlier this year, thanks to a grant from the Lehigh Valley Arts and Cultural Alliance (LVACA), I took my microphones inside several Allentown community centers focused on retired adults and seniors, specifically asking for stories from Lehigh Valley local who, when it comes to Hess’s department store, are the true legacy-holders. In this first more»

Making Waves at the JCC: Swim Programs For All Ages

Get ready to dive into something special this season at the JCC of the Lehigh Valley’s Aquatic Center! With exciting updates, fresh programs, and the addition of Kadence Hanzl as our new Pool Manager, there’s never been a better time to make a splash. Working closely with Aquatics Director Jodi Lovenwirth, Kadence brings a new wave of energy more»

JCC Facility Rentals Get a New Face

Exciting things are happening at the JCC! The Jewish Community Center of the Lehigh Valley is proud to announce that Simon Katz, Event and Membership Coordinator, has officially taken over the facility rental program. With Simon’s background in event planning and member engagement, we’re entering a new era of service, accessibility, and more»

Stagemakers Youth Theater Brings The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition to the JCC Stage

The Jewish Community Center of the Lehigh Valley’s Stagemakers Youth Theater invites the community to join us “somewhere over the rainbow” as our young performers bring The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition to life on stage. Performances will take place on Thursday, November 13 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, November 16 at 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. more»
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