Chanukah Paint & Sip
2025-12-02 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Celebrate the holiday with creativity and connection! Paint a dish set that is perfect for latkes, sip your favorite beverage, and enjoy a fun evening with friends. All materials included.
$40 members / $50 nonmembers

What Your Body Knows About Happiness
2025-12-03 19:00 - 20:30
Learn how simple habits can shift our mood, spark creativity, and reduce stress with bestselling author Janice Kaplan. Expect laughter, and insight that will leave you feeling lighter and more connected—to yourself and the world around you.
Wednesday, December 3, 7-8:30pm
$18 members / $36 nonmembers

Champions for Charity at Hirshleifers
2025-12-05 11:00 - 13:00
A private shopping event hosted by Hirshleifers at Americana Manhasset to kick off the Champions for Charity shopping benefit event.
Shop the annual Champions for Charity shopping benefit from Thursday, December 4, to Saturday, December 6. Choose Sid Jacobson JCC as your charity of choice during Americana Manhasset’s Shopping Benefit event, and 25% of your full-price, pre-tax purchases at participating Americana Manhasset stores will be donated to Sid Jacobson JCC.
To select us as your charity of choice and receive your Champion Number, visit AmericanaManhasset.com

Pickleball Social
2025-12-06 18:30 - 21:00
Saturday night is all about rallies, laughs, and good company.
This SJJCC member-only event is for players with previous court experience (at least two games played and a basic understanding of serving and scoring). Enjoy friendly matches, great vibes, and refreshments to keep you going.
Please bring your own paddle.
$25 per member

R.A.I.N. Meditation
2025-12-09 19:00, 2026-01-13 19:00
Recognize. Allow. Investigate. Nurture.
Ever feel like your emotions are running the show? Explore a simple yet powerful practice to help you tune in to your emotions with curiosity and compassion. Walk away with practical tools for staying grounded in the moment, navigating emotional triggers more skillfully, and bringing greater calm and clarity to your day.

3-Part Series
Tuesdays, 7pm
December 9
January 13
February 10
$75 members / $100 nonmembers

Beyond Bereavement
2025-12-11 15:30 - 17:00
Who Am I? Redefining Identity After Loss

After the loss of someone we love, we may ask: Who am I without them? How do I move forward when everything has shifted? The life we shared, the roles we played, and the identity we held can all feel shaken or incomplete.

Open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one, this workshop offers a space to gently explore how loss and grief reshape identity. Together, we’ll reflect on the parts of ourselves that have changed, explore emerging aspects of meaning and purpose, and consider how to move forward with compassion and authenticity.
Featuring thanatologist and social worker Rashida Sanchez, MA, LMSW, FT, specializing in grief and loss across the lifespan.
Thursday, December 11, 3:30-5pm
$25 members / $35 nonmembers
REGISTER

artSPACE Exhibit Opening
2025-12-11 17:00 - 19:00
FACES, LACES, AND FAR OFF PLACES
View the vibrant and expressive paintings of Betsy C. Schreiber, a lifelong artist and award-winning communicator whose work blends abstract and realistic styles to spark emotion and conversation.
Join us for the opening night, featuring a walk-through of the gallery with the artist and a wine-and-cheese reception. It’s a chance to enjoy art, connect with others, and take part in a creative experience.
Thursday, December 11 • 5-7pm
Register

Shabbat Dinner
2025-12-12 17:00 - 19:00
Celebrate Shabbat with community! Share in blessings, candle lighting, and a meal with friends, both old and new.
Fridays, 5-7pm
$30 members / $40 nonmembers per dinner
To discuss food restrictions, please contact Lauren Chizner at lchizner@sjjcc.org
Register: September 5, October 10, November 15, December 12, January 17, February 28, March 27, April 17, May 15

Craft A Moment for Adults 3-Part Series
2025-12-18 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-01-22 14:30 - 15:30
Tap into calm and focus through guided, hands-on art. Create and reflect with painting, drawing, découpage, and beading—no experience needed; materials provided.
Thursdays, 2:30-3:30pm
December 18, January 22, February 26
$20 members / $40 nonmembers

Light Up the Night: Chanukah Celebration
2025-12-21 14:00 - 16:00
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with Shevet Gefen’s Israeli Scouts and us with activities, food, music, and lighting the menorah!
To register, contact Lauren Chizner, lchizner@sjjcc.org.

Winter Melodies with Little Maestros
2026-01-11 11:30 - 12:15
Ages: Birth-5 years
Get ready to sing, dance, and move to your favorite Little Maestros tunes! Enjoy an interactive show with puppets, bubbles, and hands-on instrument fun—perfect for the whole family and guaranteed to bring big smiles.
$40 members / $45 nonmembers per family

PFLAG
2026-01-11 13:00
PFLAG is dedicated to keeping families together when a loved one comes out as LGBTQ. Open group meetings or confidential helpline. For more information, visit pflagli.org.
September 14, 2025
November 16, 2025
January 11, 2026
March 15, 2026
May 17, 2026

MOVIES WITH A MISSION
2026-01-18 16:00 - 17:00
Featured film: In Remembrance of Martin
Monthly thought-provoking films that are sure to inspire!
Watch the 1986 PBS documentary honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., featuring archival footage and interviews with family, friends, and global leaders. Narrated by Ossie Davis, it reflects on King’s enduring legacy in civil rights and social justice.

MLK Day of Service: Food Collection
2026-01-19 10:30 - 17:00
All ages

Help fight hunger locally by donating non-perishable food items to support families through SJJCC’s Nikki Schwartz Memorial Community Needs Bank.

View our full list of most-needed items

MLK Day of Service: Storytime for Little Ones
2026-01-19 11:00 - 12:30
Ages: Birth–5 years

Enjoy stories and crafts that teach kindness and share Dr. King’s message of equality.

MLK Day of Service: Rise Against Hunger
2026-01-19 11:00 - 13:00
All ages

Join a large-scale, hands-on project to fight global hunger by packing meals for our neighbors in need.

MLK Day of Service: Postcard Writing
2026-01-19 11:00 - 13:00
All ages

Make your voice heard by joining MAZON’s national postcard-writing campaign to protect programs that fight hunger. No one deserves to go hungry.

MLK Day of Service: Blood Drive
2026-01-19 12:00 - 18:00
Help save a life by donating blood in our drive in partnership with the New York Blood Center.
Appointments are preferred, walk-ins will be accommodated if space permits.

MLK Day of Service: The Great Lunch Box Meal Make
2026-01-19 14:00 - 16:30
Ages: 16+
Create nutritious lunch kits in two 1-hour shifts to support local families through SJJCC’s Nikki Schwartz Memorial Community Needs Bank.

Helping Kids Thrive: Supporting Confidence and Calm
2026-01-20 19:30
Help your children feel secure, confident, and resilient as they learn practical strategies to manage stress and stay present. Dr. Fallon Kane of Kane Psychology in Manhasset will guide families through modern challenges—from school pressures to social expectations—and show how to respond in positive, supportive ways.
Tuesday, January 20, 7:30pm
$15 members / $20 nonmembers

Shabbat Dinner
2026-01-23 17:00 - 19:00
Celebrate Shabbat with community! Share in blessings, candle lighting, and a meal with friends, both old and new.
Fridays, 5-7pm
$30 members / $40 nonmembers per dinner
To discuss food restrictions, please contact Lauren Chizner at lchizner@sjjcc.org
Register: February 27, March 27, April 17, May 15

Mary Poppins Performance
2026-01-24 19:30, 2026-01-25 14:00
A Practically Perfect Musical for the Whole Family!
Join us on Cherry Tree Lane as everyone’s favorite nanny works her magic on stage! With toe-tapping songs like A Spoonful of Sugar, Let’s Fly a Kite, and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, this heartwarming musical will sweep you off your feet and remind you that anything can happen if you let it.
Director: Rich Buckley
Music Director: Steve Belfer
Choreographer: Renée Cerchia-Cohn

Tickets: $29 for members, seniors, and students / $34 nonmembers
Group discounts available when purchased in advance
Spread the love with a spoonful of kindness! Bring nonperishable items to donate to our Nikki Schwartz Memorial Community Needs Bank in the lobby during performance nights to support our neighbors in need.

Life Transitions: Navigating Change with Clarity and Creativity 2-Part Series
2026-01-28 19:30
Life is full of transitions—retirement, an empty nest, or new family dynamics. This two-part series combines expert guidance with hands-on creativity to help you navigate change with resilience and purpose.
Part 1: Navigating Life Transitions Discussion
Learn to navigate change, find balance, and manage life’s transitions with guidance from a licensed psychologist.
Wednesday, January 28, 7:30pm
Part 2: Design Your Next Chapter: Vision Boarding Workshop
Create a visual roadmap for your goals in a guided vision boarding session with Cynthia Litman of MomTime Events. Materials provided—bring personal photos or trinkets to make it uniquely yours.
Wednesday, February 4, 7:30pm

$60 members / $75 nonmembers

Spotlight Speaker: Susan Lucci, Actress and Author of La Lucci
2026-01-29 11:00
Susan Lucci–Daytime’s Leading Lady–joins us for an extraordinary and intimate conversation about her life, career, and her highly anticipated new memoir, La Lucci.
This event is a pre–book–release appearance.
Thursday, January 29 • 11am
$50 members / $60 nonmembers per ticket

Bank Notes
2026-01-29 15:00 - 16:00
Monthly card-making for our Nikki Schwartz Memorial Community Needs Bank and Food Pantry recipients.
No registration required; just stop by!

Zikaron BaSalon
2026-01-29 19:00 - 21:00
Zikaron BaSalon, which means remembrance in the living room, is a social initiative that builds a connection between today’s society and the memories of the Holocaust. In this intimate event, hear from a Holocaust survivor, connect with others, and honor this meaningful day.

Family Pajama Shabbat Dinner
2026-01-30 17:00 - 18:30
Spend shabbat as a family! Enjoy a special evening of community, crafts, music, and fun!
We’ll light the Shabbat candles, recite blessings, and share a joyful meal with friends old and new.
Adult: $18
Children: $10
Register: Adults
Register: Children
