'Honor Our Parents' Shabbat Service
2026-09-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
All are welcome to attend these services on Fridays at 11 a.m. RSVP required (due two days prior); complimentary lunch included:

September 25, 11 a.m. with Rabbi Henkin
October 9, 11 a.m. with Rabbi Friedman
November 6, 11a.m. with Temple Emanu-El Clergy
December 4, 11a.m. with Knesseth Israel

These services are co-sponsored by Collat Jewish Family Services.

Read more: “New grants fund two-part Shabbat program that strengthens ties to Israel“

HOLIDAY HOURS
2026-09-26
Facility closed for Sukkot | Feast of Booths.
Learn more about this and other Jewish holidays…

Sunday softball
2026-09-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-11 10:00 - 12:00
Just show up ‘n’ play at B’ham’s best adult softball league Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. right here on Levite Field.
The league uses a variety of rules to ensure a good gametime experience regardless of how many players show up.
Contact Glenn Fleisig for more information.

Pickleball Community Nights
2026-09-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Outdoor Pickleball Court
A weekly Monday meet-up where you can enjoy:

Designated courts for every skill level
Smooth paddle rack rotation system to keep games fair and flowing

Court Breakdown:

Court 1 – Learning Court | Beginners & 101 Clinic Graduates
Cooperative, slower-paced play focused on improvement and fun.
Court 2 – Rally Court | Intermediate Players & Pickleball League Members
Standard rally-based games with rotating partners and opponents.
Court 3 – Challenge Court | Competitive Players
Higher-level play. Winners stay for two games, then rotate.

Pickleball Community Nights are a structured drop-in evening where players can enjoy consistent, level-appropriate play without needing a full league or tournament commitment.

From O'Neal Library: All Together Storytime
2026-09-29 09:30 - 23:30, 2026-10-06 09:30 - 23:30, 2026-10-13 09:30 - 23:30
Back-to-back informal story times accompanied by lively music that seek to build positive relationships with books for all ages. Learn more…

Part of the Levite JCC hosting O’Neal Library programs while the library is being renovated.

Books & Beyond: Hunting and Fishing
2026-09-29 18:30 - 20:00
While undergoing renovations, O’Neal Library will be holding Books & Beyond at the Levite JCC! All Levite JCC members and non-members are invited to join. More about Books & Beyond:
In Books & Beyond (BAB), we talk about topics rather than all reading one book and following discussion questions. Pick any book, audiobook, or movie that you’d like to try, within the topic, and come tell us about it!
If you have a hard time choosing, there is always a selection on the library’s Shelf Care webpage (click here to visit). BAB meets hybridly, with Zoom available if needed. The Zoom meeting will open at 6:20pm. If no one has joined the Zoom by 6:45, the meeting will be closed at that time to avoid distraction during the meeting. BAB meets the last Tuesday of each month* at 6:30pm. (*unless otherwise noted)

From O'Neal Library: Toddler Tales
2026-09-30 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-14 10:30 - 11:30
A story program for toddlers to around age 3.
Part of the Levite JCC hosting O’Neal Library programs while the library is being renovated.

UWCA's tai chi for arthritis and fall prevention
2026-09-30 11:30 - 12:15, 2026-10-07 11:30 - 12:15, 2026-10-14 11:30 - 12:15
Sponsored by United Way of Central Alabama
Show up for this weekly introductory tai chi class. Neither LJCC membership nor registration is required.

From O'Neal Library: Movers & Makers
2026-09-30 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-10-07 13:30 - 14:30
A story program for ages 3-5 years.
Part of the Levite JCC hosting O’Neal Library programs while the library is being renovated.

From O'Neal Library: Patty Cake Storytime
2026-10-01 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-08 10:30 - 11:30
A story program for infants-18 months.
Part of the Levite JCC hosting O’Neal Library programs while the library is being renovated.

Mahjong open play
2026-10-01 11:30 - 14:30, 2026-10-08 11:30 - 14:30
Free and open to the public
For intermediate/advanced players
Titles and cards provided

Learn more about our mahjong offerings…

HOLIDAY HOURS
2026-10-03
Facility closed for Shemini Atzeret (concluding day of Sukkot).
Learn more about this and other Jewish holidays…

Mahjong beginner classes
2026-10-06 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-13 17:00 - 19:00
October 6, 13, 20, 5-7 p.m.
Join us for three Tuesdays in October for a fun and engaging introduction to the world of Mahjong! Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class is designed to teach you the fundamentals of this beloved game. In this hands-on three-part series you’ll learn the basics of gameplay, including the rules, the tiles, and the strategies that make Mahjong both challenging and exciting.
No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity and a sense of fun.
$100 for LJCC members/$150 for non-members
Sign up!

'Honor Our Parents' Shabbat Service
2026-10-09 11:00 - 13:00
All are welcome to attend these services on Fridays at 11 a.m. RSVP required (due two days prior); complimentary lunch included:

October 9, 11 a.m. with Rabbi Friedman
November 6, 11a.m. with Temple Emanu-El Clergy
December 4, 11a.m. with Knesseth Israel

These services are co-sponsored by Collat Jewish Family Services.

Read more: “New grants fund two-part Shabbat program that strengthens ties to Israel“

Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
2026-10-13 17:30 - 19:00
While O’Neal Library is undergoing renovations, the Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja will meet at the Levite JCC! Members and non members are welcome to join, and registration is required. Tonight’s topic is Renewal. This workshop is open to writers and poets of all levels.

Take-a-Hike Pop-Up
2026-10-14 06:00 - 08:00
Take your workout beyond the fitness floor and into the fresh air! Join us for our new Group Fitness Pop-Up Series featuring four unique outdoor experiences designed to keep your workouts fun, fresh, and inspiring.
Participants of all fitness and experience levels are welcome. Just be mindful of any personal physical limitations and, if necessary, consult your physician before beginning a new fitness program.
Attend all four, get some swag
Complete all four pop-ups and be rewarded with exclusive J swag plus a $25 gift card.
For more information contact Group Fitness Coordinator Lillian Cole at lillianc@bhamjcc.org.
Final pop-up:
🥾 Take-a-Hike Pop-Up
October 14 | 6 a.m.
Free for members
Guides: Catherine Arthur & Lillian Cole
Choose either a one-mile or five-mile hike through The J’s beautiful wooded trail system, where you’ll encounter natural terrain, gentle elevation changes, roots, rocks, and uneven surfaces… and hopefully a few small mammals and birds. Guides will lead one- and five-mile options. Wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and dress appropriately for the weather.
