Sid Jacobson JCC

Sip + Shop Holiday Boutique
2025-11-06 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
From unique treasures to one-of-a-kind finds, our community shopping bonanza offers something for everyone on your list (including you)! Support local vendors, and get into the holiday spirit with us! Refreshments will be served.
$18 per person

KNOW & GROW: HOW YOUR BRAIN GETS STUFF DONE
2025-11-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
KNOW & GROW:
HOW YOUR BRAIN GETS STUFF DONE
From finishing big projects to tackling that junk drawer, executive function is what helps your brain plan, prioritize, and follow through. This eye-opening series will begin with a personalized look at how you (and your brain) work—and close with real-life strategies to make it work better for you.
3-Part Series: $75 members / $100 nonmembers
Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm
September 18: Personalized EF Profile/Screening
October 9: Your Brain’s Blueprint
November 6: Strategies that Fit—Get Stuff Done, Your Way!
Brought to you by SJJCC’s Gayle Berg Center for Resilience

Fall Canasta Tournament
2025-11-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Enjoy a day of Canasta at our tournament supervised by Judy Umansky! Prizes will be awarded for the first, second, and third place teams. A light breakfast and lunch will be served.
You need to have a partner to participate; single players will not be accepted. If you or your partner cannot attend, you are responsible for finding a replacement. Refunds will not be issued.
$100 members / $125 nonmembers

Maccabi Games Information Session
2025-11-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, NY
Join us on Zoom to learn more about the summer 2026 games and have your questions answered. To submit questions beforehand, please email agoodman@sjjcc.org.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link, to register click here.

Book Club: A Marriage at Sea
2025-11-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Share your thoughts on the New York Times bestseller by Sophie Elmhirst that tells the true story of Maralyn and Maurice who decide to sail around the world in 1972. All goes well until deep in the Pacific Ocean, a whale knocks a hole in their boat, sinking it, and how they fight to stay alive in a tiny rubber raft. Moderated by Nicole Yablans.
$20 members / $30 nonmembers

Shabbat Dinner
2025-11-15 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-12 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: September 5, October 10, November 15, December 12, January 17, February 28, March 27, April 17, May 15

Autumn Brunch
2025-11-16 11:30 - 14:30 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
Recently retired? Empty nester? New to SJJCC? Join us for a lively afternoon of food, fun, and connection! Enjoy the energetic beats of Otha Day’s drum and rhythm circle, meet new friends, and discover the many programs and events designed to keep you active, engaged, and inspired in this exciting new chapter.
$45 members / $55 nonmembers

PFLAG
2025-11-16 13:00, 2026-01-11 13:00 | 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.
September 14, 2025
November 16, 2025
January 11, 2026
March 15, 2026
May 17, 2026

Chanukah Paint & Sip
2025-12-02 19:00 - 21:00 | 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 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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 | 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

Beyond Bereavement
2025-12-11 15:30 - 17:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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

Craft A Moment for Adults 3-Part Series
2025-12-18 14:30 - 15:30, 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

Light Up the Night: Chanukah Celebration
2025-12-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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

MOVIES WITH A MISSION
2026-01-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, 11548, United States
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 | 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

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: 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: 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: 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: 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.

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
