Sid Jacobson JCC

PFLAG
2026-02-15 13:00 (America/New_York) | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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.
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Finger Knitting Blanket Workshop
2026-02-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Create a soft, chunky throw while learning the art of finger knitting in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop with a hot chocolate bar! All supplies included—bring your creativity.
$125 members / $135 nonmembers
After you register, please select your colors from the chart below and email your choice to akurland@sjjcc.org.

Cancer Wellness: The Benefits of Acupuncture
2026-02-12 12:00 - 13:30 | NY
Licensed acupuncturist Jenn Chasin introduces the principles of acupuncture and Chinese medicine and discusses how these practices support overall wellness, reduce stress, and help manage treatment-related symptoms.
All programs and services offered by the Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center, including our workshops, are free of charge. To register for a featured event, please contact Joy Rubel, LMSW, at jrubel@sjjcc.org

Cancer Wellness: Nourishment Without Overwhelm (Virtual)
2026-02-11 18:00 | NY
For Younger Adult Cancer Connection Members:
Join Hillary Sachs, MS, RD, CSO, for simple, realistic tips to make whole-food meal planning easier during treatment and recovery. Learn practical ways to nourish your body, save energy, and reduce stress around food.
All programs and services offered by the Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center, including our workshops, are free of charge. To register for a featured event, please contact Natalie Dukshtein, LMSW, at ndukshtein@sjjcc.org

Buena Vista Social Club On Broadway
2026-02-11 11:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Step into the vibrant heart of Havana in the captivating Tony Award-winning musical about big dreams and second chances. Inspired by the real-life 1996 recording session behind the Grammy-winning album, the show blends Afro-Cuban music and dance with powerful storytelling, bringing the rich history and spirit of Cuba’s legendary musicians to life.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11
Bus departs SJJCC at 11:30am | Showtime 2pm
Includes boxed lunch and round-trip transportation
$275 when purchased by 9am Friday, December 19 ($285 after)
Register

R.A.I.N. Meditation
2026-02-10 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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

Maccabi Games 15U Boys Baseball Tryouts
2026-02-08 19:00 - 21:00 | 70 Glen Street, 70 Glen Street, Glen Cove, NY, 11542
Be a part of the incredible Olympic-style event for Jewish teens in Kansas City, KS, this summer, Friday, July 31-Friday, August 7! These tryouts are open to teens ages 13-15 years (born between August 7, 2011-August 1, 2013).

Winter Melodies with Little Maestros: Music, Lunch & Play
2026-02-08 11:30 - 14:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Ages: Birth-5 years
SPEND YOUR DAY AT SJJCC!
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. A lite lunch will be provided after the concert, followed by playtime in the Rosenman Family Gym!
$40 members / $45 nonmembers per family

Curb Your Mitzvah
2026-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Help us stock the shelves of our Nikki Schwartz Memorial Community Needs Bank by donating to help our neighbors in need at one of our monthly food and supply drives.
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Life Transitions: Navigating Change with Clarity and Creativity 2-Part Series
2026-02-04 19:30, 2026-01-28 19:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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

Mary Poppins Performance
2026-02-01 14:00, 2026-01-31 19:30, 2026-01-31 14:00, 2026-01-25 14:00, 2026-01-24 19:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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.

Tu BiShvat Family Event
2026-02-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Planting Fields, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay, NY, 11771, United States
Enjoy a hands-on nature adventure with greenhouse exploration, a take-home planting project and pizza included. Perfect for families with children ages 5–11! Act fast, space is limited!

Family Pajama Shabbat Dinner
2026-01-30 17:00 - 18:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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

Zikaron BaSalon
2026-01-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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.

Bank Notes
2026-01-29 15:00 - 16:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Monthly card-making for our Nikki Schwartz Memorial Community Needs Bank and Food Pantry recipients.
No registration required; just stop by!

Spotlight Speaker: Susan Lucci, Actress and Author of La Lucci
2026-01-29 11:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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

Shabbat Dinner
2026-01-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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

Craft A Moment for Adults 3-Part Series
2026-01-22 14:30 - 15:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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

Helping Kids Thrive: Supporting Confidence and Calm
2026-01-20 19:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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

MLK Day of Service: The Great Lunch Box Meal Make
2026-01-19 14:00 - 16:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Ages: 16+
Create nutritious lunch kits in two 1-hour shifts to support local families through SJJCC’s Nikki Schwartz Memorial Community Needs Bank.

MLK Day of Service: Blood Drive
2026-01-19 12:00 - 18:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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: Postcard Writing
2026-01-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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: Rise Against Hunger
2026-01-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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: Storytime for Little Ones
2026-01-19 11:00 - 12:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Ages: Birth–5 years

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

MLK Day of Service: Food Collection
2026-01-19 10:30 - 17:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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
