Building Hours:JCC Podcast
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.
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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»
JHoops Tips Off for Another Exciting Season
The JCC of the Lehigh Valley’s Youth Basketball program offers kids a chance to play, grow, and learn in a safe and fun environment. We emphasize skill-building and character development, ensuring that sportsmanship and fair play are balanced with healthy competition.
The 2025-2026 season kicks off with practices mid-November and the start of games more»
From Flip Turns to Friendships: Yael's JSeals Swim Story
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Last year I was part of the Jewish Community Center of Lehigh Valley JSeals Swim Team. I think I improved a lot. I loved swimming there, improving my strokes, and making new friends! Our coaches, Mrs. Jodi Lovenwirth and Mrs. Miriam Zager, taught us so much. Though sometimes it can get tough, you improve and are proud of yourself at the end. Sometimes it more»
JCC Tops PA’s Early Education Ratings, Adds HighScope Curriculum
The Jewish Community Center of the Lehigh Valley (“JCC”) announces that it has once again been designated at the highest ranking of STAR 4 by the Keystone STARS, Pennsylvania’s Quality Rating and Improvement System. According to the Keystone STARS website, the program is “a responsive system to improve, support, and recognize the more»
New Year, New Faces, and New Classrooms at the JCC
We have had a wonderful start to our school year here at the JCC. We are pleased to welcome Sarah Bergen to our school as our Head Teacher. Sarah is an alumna of Penn State University and the JCC itself. She attended preschool at the JCC as a child and is so excited to be back as a teacher. Sarah has a master’s degree in early childhood education and more»
