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Seed613 Mentors and Fellows, 2017
We are thrilled to introduce our Seed613 Mentors and Fellows for 2017. Here you can find out more about their diverse backgrounds and passionate drive to make a positive impact on our community. 2017 Mentors Lauri Alpern Lauri Alpern is a leading social entrepreneurship strategist and organizational development advisor. She is principal of Open […] Learn More ›
On Your Mark, Get Set, Go for J Camp Sports
J Camps and sports go together like bagels and cream cheese; it’s hard to imagine one without the other. While campers love playing games, we see the benefits that come from participating in athletics in camp – being active, honing skills, enhancing fitness, making friends and fostering sportsmanship and personal growth. We’re so passionate about the […] Learn More ›
A Vibrant, Connected, Unbreakable Community
A Message from Alan Sataloff, CEO, JCC Chicago The strength and resolve of our Jewish community is being tested yet again. The recent string of threats to Jewish Community Centers nationwide and acts of anti-Semitic vandalism have taken us back to a place many hoped had long passed. Sadly, bigotry and hatred against Jews and […] Learn More ›
One Great Idea CAN Make a Difference
One person can change the world. It’s a cliché everyone has heard time and time again. But I had never believed it, at least not until a recent Sunday. A year ago, I was presented with a task through the Diller Teen Fellows Program. Create a program that will have a positive impact in the […] Learn More ›
3 Apachi Fun Events for City Families
Apachi J Camps in Chicago have three upcoming programs to help you shake off those winter blues and get a taste of summer. These programs are perfect for current camp families, their friends and families who are thinking about attending Apachi J Camps in 2017. Apachi Northside Reunion & Open House Sunday, February 26 Northside […] Learn More ›
No School? No Worries! We’ve Got You Covered.
JCC Chicago makes Monday’s day off from school easy for you and awesome for your kids. We have programming for Presidents’ Day taking place throughout the Chicago and suburbs. Presidents’ Day Mini Camps Elaine Frank Apachi, Lake Zurich K-4th grades | $35 Spend a day off from school at camp! There are 3 Mini Camps to […] Learn More ›