The next big hit from The Gallery Players is quickly approaching. Saturdays, May 12 and 19, at 8 p.m. and Sundays, May 13 and 20, at 2:30 p.m. come see The Gallery Players as they present James Sheridan’s “Relatively Close,” directed by Beth Kattelman. By inviting us into the summer home of one eccentric and …

We’ve got the space, we’ve got the dirt, now we need the community! The JCC is proud to announce the formation of a community garden, located behind the preschool wing next to the Camp Ora Shelter and Playground. This community garden will be used to educate members about organic gardening, healthy eating, recycling, and tzedakah.  There are …

“This will be the best summer yet,” Camp Ora Director Shara Reiss exclaims! Camp Ora, JCC’s summer camp for children 3 years, 9 months through kids entering kindergarten, will begin June 18th. There is a lot to look forward to this summer at Ora and you do not want your children to miss out. From …

Join us on Sunday, April 15 5 – 6:30 pm for an awesome Zumba Party class in the main Gymnasium with Debbie Kielmar!  Cost is $15 per person and the class is open to the public, so members, bring a friend – or 2!! To reserve your spot or for more information, please see:  www.zumbawithzjdeb.com …

Join Rabbi Michael Ungar on May 9 and 16 for the second and third sessions of “Your Jewish Body, Mind and Soul” held in conjunction with the JCC. Focusing on Jewish teachings about the body, mind and soul connection, this series explores what Judaism says about taking care of oneself, healing, appreciating the body and …

Camp Hoover may be located far from the main JCC campus in Bexley, but Co-directors Mark Moscardino and Stephanie Markowitz are anything but far from being ready for camp. For many months Mark and Stephanie have been preparing for campers to return to Hoover for their best summer yet. Along with new and returning counselors, …

Applications for the Don Erkis/Lou Berliner High School Jewish Scholar/Athlete Award are now being accepted for the 2012 scholarship. The High School Jewish Scholar Athlete Program was established to recognize local high school Jewish athletes who have excelled in the classroom and in the athletic arena. The scholarship is endowed by the family of Don …

Join J-Reach in Northwest Columbus when author Tim Fields-Meyer comes to speak about his book Following Ezra, a heartwarming, intimate, and amusing memoir of a father’s experience raising his autistic son. When Tom Fields-Meyer’s son Ezra was three and showing early signs of autism, a therapist suggested that the father needed to grieve. “For what?” …

The 2012 JCC Association Biennial Excellence Awards were announced last week which honored JCCs for their exceptional achievements. The winners represent impressive ideas in programming, service, and marketing. The JCC of Greater Columbus was recognized for outstanding work accomplished and received two awards, maintaining financial sustainability and growth and programmatic excellence and user engagement. The …

Camp Chaverim staff are busting at the seams in anticipation for June to come around. On June 18th they’ll start their first day at camp and cannot wait to see their campers. Camp Director Whitney Maurer is one of those eager staff members thrilled to get the summer started. This will be Whitney’s third summer …