News from the Jewish Community Center: March 4 online edition

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Here's what is going on at the Jewish Community Center of the North Shore, 4 Community Road, Marblehead:

Purim Carnival draws crowd

Cohen Hillel Academy at the JCC.

The Planning Committee included Amy Alpert of the JCCNS, Robin Dale of Temple Sinai, Ann Navon, Jed Filler and Marla Gay, all of Congregation Shirat Hayam, and Ken Shulman of Cohen Hillel Academy. Children played all sorts of games, with prizes for every child, including ring toss, putting golf, games to test a child's skill throwing and kicking a football or basketball, "ring the gong" complete with a kid-sized mallet.

The kids also enjoyed face painting, mask making, moon bounce, and watching and listening to a stellar performance of the story of Purim set to up-beat music by the Shul of Rock Band led by Jed Filler.

"I want to express my thanks to the many people who helped made Sunday's Carnival a huge success. The dedicated planning committee came together to plan and deliver an excellent community event that went off without a hitch," said Tony Daniels, JCC acting executive director. "We were so thankful for the JCCNS staff - especially the maintenance crew - and community volunteers who helped us run the carnival.

"Most importantly, I want to thank all of the families who came. We had over 300 people attend and everyone had a great time. We're all looking forward to next year's carnival."

'The Party of the Century' March 27

The Early Childhood Program JCC will host its annual fundraising gala at the Lynn Museum and Historical Society, 590 Washington St. in Lynn from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 27. A reception with hors d'oeuvres provided by Bruce Silverlieb, founder of The Party Specialist, will be offered against a backdrop of the museum's historical collections.

Featured during the evening will be a live auction of items ranging from Patriots and Celtics tickets to a coveted parking spot at the JCC and a silent auction with prizes that include an 8-week children's music class with Philip Alexander Peabody Essex Museum.

Also on the auction block will be valuable JCC items, such as a summer pool membership and a week of summer camp at Simchah on the Hill. Tickets are available at the JCC or jccns.org for $40 per person . Money raised will be used for direct funding of the Early Childhood Program operations, as well as the purchase of classroom supplies, equipment and enrichment programming.

For more information, or to become a sponsor or donate an auction item, contact the JCC Early Childhood Program office and Marilyn Epstein, administrative assistant, at 781-631-8330, ext. 118, or mepstein@jccns.com.

Passover wine tasting at Shubie's

Get ready for Passover and come to the JCC Passover wine tasting event at Shubie's from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 15, to sample delicious Passover wine as well as tasty desserts, all perfect for Passover meals.

Wines will be available for sale and desserts can be ordered in time for Passover. Cost is $5 per person. For more information, contact Julie Newburg at 781-631-8330, ext. 108. Shubie's Marketplace is at 16 Atlantic Ave., Marblehead.

Camp Open Houses

Get ready for summer at the Camp Open Houses in Marblehead or Peabody to learn about Simchah on the Hill, Prime Time Summer and Kindercamp. This is an opportunity to meet the camp directors and some staff, pick up camp materials, and submit registration forms.

Special activities include a special British soccer demo as well as cooking and craft projects. The Marblehead open house will be from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 14, and the Peabody open house (83 Pine St.) will be from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, March 21. For more information, contact Julie Newburg at 781-631-8330, ext. 108, or jnewburg@jccns.com.

Have questions about camp? Stop by the Camp Concierge at the JCC every Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. through the end of March. A JCC staff person will be there to help. Camp guides are available at the JCC or jccns.org.

Triathlon training starts March 13

For the first time, the JCC is hosting a triathlon training program, set to launch March 13 and wrap up May 8, just before the 10th annual JCC Triathlon by the Sea on May 16. Registration for this training program is open to anyone; it is not necessary to be competing in the JCC Triathlon, although it is a great preparation for those who are registered for it.

The nine-week USA Triathlon Training Program, certified by the official governing body of triathlon in the US, is being offered by the JCC in collaboration with B&S Fitness Programs, a firm that offers USA Triathlon-certified training for aspiring triathletes.

This training program is designed to coach, guide and motivate people to train specifically for the Triathlon by the Sea, which is a sprint distance triathlon of a quarter-mile swim, 10-mile bike ride and 3.1-mile run. The program will provide USAT coaches who will create a comprehensive, personalized training program, along with three coach-supervised workouts each week in swimming, running and biking.

In addition, the coaching staff will provide participants with comprehensive help with gear, sport psychology, nutrition and bike maintenance. Swim training meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, bike training is at 7 a.m. Saturdays and running training is at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

All training classes are at the JCC. The cost is $225 per person and registration is available by calling 781-631-8330. For more information, contact Andrew Dalton at adalton@jccns.com or 781-63108330 or contact Brandi Dion at bnsfitness@yahoo.com.

Calling Jewish teen athletes

The JCC Maccabi Games 2010, to be held in Baltimore August 8-13, provides a unique opportunity for Jewish teens, age 13-16, to compete with more than 1,000 other Jewish athletes from North America, Israel and around the world. The JCC Maccabi Games offer a social Jewish experience consisting of athletic competition, social activities, and Judaic programming with a focus on mutual respect and sportsmanship.

The local delegation has openings in the following sports: Basketball (boys and girls), Soccer (boys and girls), In-Line Hockey (boys), Lacrosse (girls), Softball (girls), Swimming (boys and girls), Table Tennis (boys and girls) and Tennis (boys and girls). To learn more, see www.jccmaccabigames.org www.baltimoremaccabi2010.org or contact Carrie Berger at 617-688-6128 or carrieberger@comcast.net.

IntenSati is Here

Try an IntenSati Yoga class from 8:30 to 9:25 a.m. Mondays and from 5:35 to 6:35 a.m. Wednesdays with Dana Appel Young, health coach and certified IntenSati leader. IntenSati is a revolutionary workout fusing high-energy aerobics, martial arts, dance, yoga, and strength conditioning.

Combining spoken affirmations with simple choreography, IntenSati provides a heart-pumping, exhilarating workout that builds physical, mental, and spiritual muscle. It is fitness at the highest efficiency and empowerment physically challenging and spiritually mindful. For more information, call 781-631-8330 or visit jccns.org.

Teen Zumba

Teens enjoy being with their peers and exercise is so much fun with Zumba. This class offers a winning combination for teenager as they experience the fitness fun of Zumba, a blend of Latin American music and classic dance in a fun, easy-to-follow fitness format with instructor Kim Crowley.

Participants learn salsa, cha cha, samba cumbia, merengue, hip hop and more - all while getting fit. No dance experience is necessary; just bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. For ages 12 through 16, the class meets 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mondays for four weeks beginning March 15. No class March 29, April 5 or April 19. The cost is $40 for members and $48 for others.

Zumba Aqua coming soon

Be part of the "pool party" workout for all ages and all fitness levels. Dive into the JCC's new fun and full body water dance fitness class and experience a challenging water-based workout that integrates the Zumba formula and philosophy into traditional aqua fitness disciplines. Check the JCC group exercise schedule for Zumba Aqua class times. The class is free for members, $8 for others and $12 for walk-ins.

Spring registration to begin

The JCC Spring Program Guide is available online at jccns.com and there is something for everyone with many new and popular programs. Registration opens Monday, March 15,for members and March 22 for others.

Duplicate Novice Bridge Game

This successful program continues for another six weeks and new participants who are novice players are welcome to join. The program includes a 30-minute lecture on the finer points of bridge, followed by a bridge game.

It's appropriate for novice bridge players who have experience playing bridge and taught by Life Masters Elaine Newburg and Elaine Young. Must be at least 12 players for game to run. Register in advance at jccns.org or call 781-631-8330, ext. 108. The game meets for six weeks at 7 p.m. Wednesdays, beginning April 14. The cost is $10 per game.

Hebrew in a Heartbeat

Become a proficient Hebrew reader in only eight enjoyable and simple sessions. Taught by Elana Gerson, participants will also learn some basic vocabulary and roots related to the prayer book as well as to modern Hebrew. Those interested in further Hebrew study will be offered the opportunity to learn cursive Hebrew script. This class offers an excellent foundation for further study of Prayerbook, Biblical or Modern Hebrew.

The class meets from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, April 12 to May 6. The cost is $154 for members and $172 for others, plus an $18 fee for books and materials. For more information, contact Elana Gerson at elanagerson@aol.com.

Israeli Dancing for Beginners

For anyone who hasn't thought about Israeli dance since the last time they stumbled through the Hora at a Jewish wedding, it's time to take try again. Join other dance beginners in the JCC's beautiful dance studio this spring for great music, great exercise and great fun.

Israeli Dance teacher Marla Mindel will lead beginners to join hands in an ever-expanding repertory of dances, all performed with Israeli flair. The Hora? That's just the beginning when it comes to Israeli dance - and you don't have to be Jewish to love it. This class will meet from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. for nine Wednesdays, beginning April 14. It's free for members and $8 per class for others.

Torah Alive

The Shabbat morning Torah study from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. explores how sacred texts intersect with the big questions of life and it's open to the entire community. Bagels and coffee will be served.

The discussion will be led by Rabbi Howard Kosovske about "Jewish Gender Discrimination: Past, Present and Future" on Saturday, April 17, "Upon the North Shore: Who's Counting and Who Counts?" on May 15, and "The Awesome Power of Negative Thinking" on June 19.

Krav Maga for Children

The JCC is excited to bring Krav Maga, self-defense used by the Israeli military, to the JCC. Children's classes are built around a dynamic program that instructs students in realistic self-defense, motivates them to improve their overall level of fitness, and enriches them with crucial life skills so that they can become champions and achievers in all aspects of their life. Respect, discipline, focus, sportsmanship, teamwork, manners and common sense are just some of the life skills carefully woven into the curriculum.

Participants also develop physical skills such as improved coordination, balance and footwork that will translate into other sports such as baseball, basketball and soccer, etc. The Krav Maga program is creative, thoughtful and custom designed so that students can see their progress and be proud of their growth.

Classes at the JCC are held on Mondays for grades 1 through 7 from 3:30 to 4:25 p.m. The next eight-week session will be April 12 to June 14 with no classes April 19 and May 31. It costs $80 for members, $96 for others. For more information, contact Maria Calla at mcalla@jccns.com

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