Choosing An Attitude of Gratitude
One positive aspect of being home for our graphic design team is the gift of time to concept, to do some bigger thinking about what our direction should or could take in the fall. The opportunity to create and brand Channel J was exciting for us to take on. But for some reason, I felt […] Learn More ›
The “Oddsitive” Challenge
The journey that this pandemic is taking us on is quite surreal. Parents are being asked to help their children learn at home and keep them entertained while still working, many have been struggling with the realities of unemployment; for those dating, it is possible that new relationships may fizzle. Stressful times often lead people […] Learn More ›
School Credit Is The Least Of What I Gained From My Internship
Coming into my internship this summer, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I knew of JCC Chicago, but I had never had any firsthand experience. To me, JCC Chicago was a place to engage in a wide variety of activities like swimming, working out, going to camp—or in my case, a photography internship. But as […] Learn More ›
Meet Devorah Horovicz
Stop by Bernard Horwich JCC in W. Rogers Park and meet Devorah Horovicz, Manager of Community Programs for JCC Chicago. Devorah has deep roots in the community and is excited to be part of the J family. In her new role, Devorah oversees Sports and Recreation, Aquatics and Fitness in W. Rogers Park, Evanston and […] Learn More ›
My J Story
My J story actually began back in the early 70’s on the south side of Chicago. We lived down the street from Michael Reese Hospital in a neighborhood called, Lake Meadows but spent most of our time in the Hyde Park area where I attended the Akiba Schechter Jewish Day School, and Congregation Rodfei Zedek […] Learn More ›
Meet Shayna Jensky, Manager, 20s & 30s, JCC Chicago
My name is Shayna Jensky and I am thrilled to be the new Manager of 20s & 30s for JCC Chicago. I’ve spent the past couple of years working with the 20s & 30s community at a Chicago-area synagogue, so I am sure I know many of you already. To those of you who I have not […] Learn More ›