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Already one-third of the way to our fundraising goal, we are thrilled to be finalizing architectural drawings for our College Ave expansion. This 16,000-square-foot addition will create many ways to support our growing membership, with more room for fitness, recreation, and community programs.

“My match means the JCC that was here for my children will be here for generations to come.” —JCC President of the Board of Trustees Joe Sniderman

“My match means more gym space for youth and adult basketball.”
—Director of Sport and Wellness Jeanna Brownlee

“My match means more space for children to grow, play and be active!”
—Director of Children, Youth, Teen and Camping Halle Schwartz

“My match means dedicated space for kids and teens that's engaging, active, fun ... and safe!”
—Co-Chair of the Expansion Project, Jennie Cammeyer

What will your match mean?

Remember, all new dollars donated to the JCC Capital Campaign will be doubled. Make your match now!

Donate now online or contact Sheila Cline at scline@columbusjcc.org (614) 559-6225 or Carol Folkerth at cfolkerth@columbusjcc.org (614) 559-6223.

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Columbus BBYO traveled to Cincinnati recently for the annual KIO Regional Basketball Tournament and took home some hardware. Both the AZA (boys) chapters finished in the top three, with Pops DSK (top) nabbing 3rd place and Heart of Ohio taking the championship. Heart of Ohio won the championship game on a dramatic last-second shot. Congratulations to all of the participants.

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Sunday, September 23 @ 4:00pm - JCC New Albany

J-Reach & PJ Library are partnering to bring a family-friendly High Holy Day celebration to New Albany! We will share a story, work on crafts, and nosh on delicious treats - all while learning the importance of these holiest days in the Jewish calendar. This program will be most appropriate for children 3 - 8 years old. Please contact Becca at bnitzberg@columbusjcc.org or 559.6215 to RSVP for this FREE event by Friday, September 21.

Monday, September 24 @ 6:30pm - Barnes & Noble on W. Dublin-Granville Rd.

Join us for a meeting of the J-Reach NW Book Club! We will discuss Chaim Potok’s My Name is Asher Lev.

“At once exquisitely understated and elegantly articulated, Potok's My Name is Asher Lev focuses on a man who treads the nebulous boundary between the secular and the spiritual.”

Please RSVP with Becca by Friday, September 21 at bnitzberg@columbusjcc.org or 559.6215.

When your child’s school is out the JCC is IN! We will have just the right thing to brighten your day. Each day is structured with a variety of exciting, engaging, safe activities for children during school holidays and teacher work days. Filled with exciting field trips to local spots or fun activities right her a the J. We will provide snacks, swimming and lots of fun. All you need to bring is a packed dairy lunch, swimsuit, towel, and appropriate clothes for weather. The program is for children in K- 8th grade from 9-3:30 with before and aftercare available. (8-9am and 3:30-6pm) To sign up please call the Children, Youth, Teen and Camping Department at 559-6251.

November 2nd- Movies and Graeters

We will visit the Rave theatre in Grove City (our favorite movie spot) then come back for some ice cream at the best place in town, Graeters! After the trip, we will come back for some outside games and swimming. Movie: Wreck It Ralph

November 5th- Pottery Make It and Take it

Your child will use their painting skills to paint an amazing piece of pottery at the J. Choose from plates, bowls and cups to paint and make your very own. Firing will take place after hours and pottery will be ready to go home on the 12th, if not sooner! After a morning of creation, we will spend the day outside and swimming.

November 6th- Eastland Lanes

Time to get your gear on and challenge your friends to a bowl-off!! We will go to the Eastland Lanes for some fun on the lanes, then return to the J for some fun in the fall sun! We will also swim on this day, so don’t forget your suit and towel!

Cost: $45 for members and $60 for non-members
9:00 am - 3:30 pm

$45.00 per day Member Early Bird before 10/12/2012
$50.00 per day Member after 10/12/2012
$60.00 per day Non-Member / Day of trip registration
$10.00 / hr/ child Before care (8:00 – 9:00 am)
$10.00 / hr/ child After care (3:30 – 6:00 pm)-Kaleidoscope participants—AFTERCARE IS INCLUDED!
Please bring packed dairy lunch, swim gear and towel on a daily basis!

For more information and to register for the School’s Out Day, please contact Diana Goggins at 559-6251 or dgoggins@columbusjcc.org.