Gym occupied by youth basketball
2024-12-19 16:45 - 19:30, 2025-01-06 13:00 - 17:45, 2025-01-07 16:45 - 19:30, 2025-01-09 16:45 - 19:30, 2025-01-13 13:00 - 17:45, 2025-01-14 16:45 - 19:30, 2025-01-16 16:45 - 19:30, 2025-01-20 13:00 - 17:45 (America/Chicago) and 4 more dates

Holiday hours
2024-12-24
Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights, runs December 25-January 2
Our holiday hours are:

December 24: 5 a.m.-6 p.m.
December 25: 8 a.m.-noon
December 31: 5 a.m.-4 p.m.
January 1, 2025: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Read more about Jewish holidays.

Red Cross Blood Drive
2024-12-24 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-31 10:00 - 14:00
Give now to help ease the national blood shortage.

Holiday hours for Hannukah
2024-12-25

Holiday hours for Hanukkah
2024-12-28, 2024-12-29, 2024-12-31
Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights, runs December 25-January 2
Our holiday hours are:

December 25: 8 a.m.-noon
December 31: 5 a.m.-4 p.m.
January 1, 2025: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Read more about Jewish holidays.

GRAND MENORAH LIGHTING at The Summit
2024-12-29
4-6:30 p.m.
Join us for a festive 10th annual Grand Menorah Lighting in Saks Plaza at The Summit (214 Summit Blvd. in B’ham). Enjoy music, latkes, donuts, and Hanukkah festivities for the whole family, including a juggler, silent disco, glitter bar, and more.

Holiday hours for Hanukkah
2025-01-01

Tai chi for arthritis and fall prevention
2025-01-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-01-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-01-22 12:00 - 13:00
Enjoy an hour of tai chi every Wednesday at The J.
Taught by Galina Waites, this complimentary program is sponsored by United Way of Central Alabama and is open to everyone (non-members included — just bring your ID for entry, please).

Community Havdalah + Parents' Night Out childcare
2025-01-11
Havdalah 6:30-7 p.m.
Parents’ Night Out 7-9 p.m.
Join us for our new monthly community Havdalah, a ceremony that recognizes the end of Shabbat on Saturday evenings while preparing attendees for the coming week. All LJCC members are welcome to participate in this “bittersweet” ceremony that will include wine and cheese.
In addition, LJCC parents with kids ages 6-13 can leave them with our wonderful staff until 9 p.m. before heading out for a relaxing evening on their own.
Read more…

Questions with the Rabbi
2025-01-14 12:00 - 13:30
Open to everyone!
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Do you have questions about Jewish law, tradition, or history? Join Rabbi Yossi Friedman for an open conversation about all things Jewish as part of our monthly lunchtime series that explores pretty much whatever you’ve ever wanted to know about the world of Judaism.
Learn more (and RSVP for your free ticket that includes lunch).
This season’s sessions (on the second Tuesday monthly):

August 13
September 10
October 8
November 12
December 10
January 14
February 11
March 11
May 13

It's a 'Member Joy' coffee morning!
2025-01-17
7-9:30 a.m.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Members enjoy free coffee and other drinks from Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee truck outside our main entrance.
Sponsored by your friends in the Membership Department and the Office of Jewish Life.

Southern Jewish Voices
2025-01-22
All programs are noon-1:30 p.m. and include lunch (RSVP)
Southern Jewish Voices is a collaborative effort between the Levite Jewish Community Center and Temple Beth-El to present stories about Jewish life in Birmingham and around the South. The program is presented through a series of interviews conducted in front of a live audience and includes a complimentary lunch. Videos of all sessions are archived online.

September 18: Michele Forman
November 20: Robert Levin
December 18: TBD
January 22: Carlie Stein Sommerville
February 19: Amy Saag
March 19: TBD
April 23: TBD
May 21: Isa Dorsky

'Honor Our Parents' Shabbat service
2025-01-24
Services begin at 11 a.m.
Everyone is welcome to our series of “Honor Our Parents” Shabbat services co-hosted at The J by Collat Jewish Family Services. The 45-60-minute service conclude with a complimentary lunch.
RSVP to Caleigh Rathmell Alevy to reserve your spot:

January 24 with Rabbi Henkin
February 7 with Rabbi Friedman
March 7 with Cantor Wittner
April 4 with Rabbi Henkin
May 9 with Rabbi Friedman
Tentative June 13 with Cantor Wittner
Tentative July 25 with Rabbi Henkin
August 29 with Rabbi Friedman
September 12 with Rabbi Wright
October 24 with Rabbi Henkin
November 7 with Rabbi Friedman
December 19 with Rabbi Wright

Senior Fit Day at The J
2025-01-27
Spread the word and invite your friends. We can’t wait to see you!
Join us for a fun-filled day dedicated to fitness, community, and wellness at our Senior Fit Day. Members and non-members (invite your friends!) are all welcome to come to The J and experience the activities we’ve lined up just for you.
Highlights

Fitness classes geared for seniors
Interactive booths showcasing our mahjong, knitting, and tai chi programs
Information about Collat Jewish Family Services
Complimentary lunch for all attendees

Schedule

8:30 a.m. Retro aerobics (group fitness class)
9:30 a.m. Chair yoga (group fitness class)
10 a.m. Aqua aerobics (group fitness class)
11 a.m.-1 p.m. informational stations with complimentary lunch
11:30 a.m. Creative movement (group fitness class)

This event is a wonderful opportunity to engage with your peers, try out new activities, and enjoy a meal on us — all in a welcoming, supportive environment.
RSVP
If you plan to attend, please send a note to membership@bhamjcc.org so we can make sure you get lunch.
