Sunday’s Annual Membership Meeting to spell out vision for coming year
All LJCC members are encouraged to join the online Annual Membership Meeting via Zoom on Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Author: David Gonnerman
Jewish Movie Night to screen ‘subversive’ romantic misadventure
“Kiss Me Kosher” is “a subversive love story between clashing cultures and families and a romantic misadventure that crosses all borders.” See it downtown on February 9.
Score with The J’s January discounts
In addition to new members being able to sign up in January for just $20 (plus we’ll waive the registration fee), other savings opportunities this month include Soccer and Camp LJCC – each featuring 10 percent discounts.
Kaiser Health News interviews Bowles
For a story about pediatric vaccinations that was picked up by NBC News, a Kaiser Health News writer spoke with staff member Brooke Bowles about The J’s recent “Vax Party” event.
‘Making Mensches’ theme marks Camp LJCC’s 70th summer
Register now for the ever-popular Camp LJCC, our series of summer camps. This year’s theme is “Making Mensches,” which uses a favorite Yiddish word that translates into “making people of integrity and honor.”
Group Fitness is growing
We’ve recently added 16 new Group Fitness classes, bringing our total to 24 — ranging from Aqua Aerobics to Zumba — and making our program among the best in Birmingham.
Surpassing $100 grand
This year’s $10k donation brings the 12-year total from fundraising in the name of Sam Lapidus to more than $100,000 — all of which benefits the Alabama Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders.
Grant recognizes important work of ECLC staff
“We are beyond thrilled to be recipients of this CCWS grant,” says ECLC Director Barbara Traweek. “It is our hope that the additional funds will help us attract and retain the best teachers for our preschool programs.”
Vibrant new leadership joins The J
Following the challenges brought on by COVID-19, the Levite Jewish Community Center (LJCC) has hired seasoned nonprofit leaders Aimee Johnson and Brooke Bowles to move the organization forward.