Levite Jewish Community Center

Fitness Bingo is LIVE
2026-06-27, 2026-06-28, 2026-06-29, 2026-06-30, 2026-07-01, 2026-07-02, 2026-07-03, 2026-07-04 and 7 more dates
To celebrate our amazing instructors and encourage members to explore something new, we are excited to launch our Group Fitness Bingo Challenge that will run from June 1 to July 31. This engaging activity should spur members to explore our myriad classes, meet new instructors, step outside comfort zones, and experience the vibrant energy that makes our group fitness community so special.
Get as many cards as you need at the Welcome Desk (flip the cards over for the rules).

Conversations with Stav: 'My Israel'
2026-06-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
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Join us for a casual morning of learning with Stav, our Israeli Shlicha. Our first session, “My Israel,” invites you into Stav’s personal experience of growing up and living in Israel.
Coffee and bagels provided.

Also see Stav’s “Travel Israel” presentation on July 12…

Sunday softball
2026-06-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-05 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
2026-06-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-06 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.

Books & Beyond: Member's Choice, No Assigned Topic
2026-06-30 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)

UWCA's tai chi for arthritis and fall prevention
2026-07-01 11:30 - 12:15, 2026-07-08 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.

Thursday Family Fun Night pool party!
2026-07-02 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-09 17:30 - 19:30
Free for members: Thursday night pool partics all June and July
Pre-order your Slice pizza!

Rain policy: If the event is canceled due to weather, all pre-ordered pizzas must be picked by the front door under the portico 5:30–6 p.m. While refunds will not be issued, we will honor all pre-orders for pickup.
General pizza pickup: Pre-ordered pizzas must be picked up by the pool on the Thursday for which they’ve been ordered. Any pizzas not picked up by 7 p.m. will be given away and cannot be held for later pickup.

We’re emphasizing affordability this season by offering food for sale at cost, including a single slice of delicious pizza from our partner Slice Pizza & Brew, a soft drink, watermelon, and chips — all for less than $5. Also new this year, we will offer whole pizzas for pre-sale. Families can reserve their pizzas ahead of time and skip the hassle of figuring out dinner before heading to the pool. Read more…
Note that these are cashless events (credit cards and tap-to-pay only).

HOLIDAY HOURS
2026-07-04
Facility will close at 6 p.m. today.

EARLY POOL CLOSING
2026-07-07
The pool will close at 2:30 p.m. today while we host a swim meet.

Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
2026-07-07 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-07-09 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 Using Music in Writing. This workshop is open to writers and poets of all levels.

Beginner Sewing Class
2026-07-08 16:00 - 17:30
While their space is being renovated, O’Neal Library is leading their beginner sewing class at the Levite Jewish Community Center! Open for members and non members to register beginning June 8.
More information:
The O’Neal Library Makerspace provides this free, 3-week course on sewing for adults in which we will learn the basic skills required to sew on a sewing machine. By the end of this course, you will be able to operate a sewing machine, execute various utility stitches, and tackle a beginner sewing project of your choice.
Bernette b35 sewing machines are provided during instruction. No previous experience is required for this course. If you would like to bring in your own sewing machine, please contact Sara Hardy at shardy@oneallibrary.org to make arrangements.
Registering for the course will automatically register you for all four weeks:
Session 1: 7/8 @ 4:00-5:30pm
Session 2: 7/15 @ 4:00-5:30pm
Session 3: 7/22 @ 4:00-5:30pm

If you have questions, please contact Sara Hardy at shardy@oneallibrary.org.
