A Weekend Of Reflection
February is Jewish Disabilities and Inclusion Awareness Month. We have shared and posted widely about how we approach inclusion as a community center and across our Jewish community. As the month was winding down, a group of 11 JCC Chicago team members were heading to the JCC Association Professional Conference. The day before was the […] Learn More ›
What It Means to Create a Jewish Legacy
Helen Weinger turns 100 years old this Tuesday. In recognition of this incredible milestone birthday we remember Helen’s daughter, Susie Spector’s, beautiful words about the legacy of giving. L’Dor V’Dor, from one generation to the next. What It Means to Create a Jewish Legacy It seems now, more than ever, legacy giving is an essential […] Learn More ›
How Might We 2019?
After a recent meeting convened by JUF and the Associated Talmud Torahs, I walked to my car with a pocketful of business cards for schools interested in learning more about JCC Chicago and our program offerings. Turns out, most in attendance didn’t know we provide on-site after-school care and enrichment classes. “How might we work […] Learn More ›
Bringing Israel Home for Real
My job at JCC Chicago affords me the opportunity to visit Israel many times each year, often as the leader of one of our community Israel trips. Trip after trip I observe participants marveling at the warmth and hospitality that is part of Israeli culture. We are invited into people’s homes for Shabbat, enthusiastically welcomed […] Learn More ›
More than a Taste of Israel
A little over two weeks ago, I embarked on what would be a life-changing experience: my first trip to Israel as staff for CFJE’s Ta’am Yisrael Trip. It is difficult to put into words my feelings about this adventure, but I am going to try. As the plane touched down at Ben Gurion Airport, I […] Learn More ›
Make Your Break a J Spring Break
Spring is (almost) in the air, which means that a week off from school is quickly approaching. JCC Chicago has great programs, trips and events to keep kids, teens and the whole family busy and having fun. Family Swim & Parent-Tot Swim Bernard Weinger JCC, Northbrook Various Dates | All Ages You don’t have […] Learn More ›