Katz JCC

by Gene Bonetti, Fitness Director and organizer of the Kids Triathlon. What is it like when you feel a sense of accomplishment, especially when you’re between the ages of 6-13 years old?  Is it the pride you might feel when you’ve climbed the highest mountain? The joy of getting an…

By Michele Meyer, Early Childhood Staff Passover is one of my favorite holidays.  Each holiday holds something special to me, but the reason I love Passover so much is because it is filled with traditions.  I collect Seder plates and have them displayed all around my home.  For Passover I…

by Sabrina Spector, Katz JCC Cultural Director Purim is such a fun holiday filled with laughter, great food, music, costumes and lots of candy.  To the general public, it almost looks as if it is the Jewish version of Halloween.  Halloween is a great holiday according to every kid and…

By Ellen Lowenberger, JCC Big Event Co-Chair Remember back in the 90’s when you’d watch an episode of Full House and Bob Saget’s character, Danny Tanner, would have a heartfelt talk at the end of each episode with one of his daughters? He’d offer sincere advice, tell them he loved…

Enjoy a fun night out at two awesome JCC events!  Start the evening out by learning something new in a class at The Forum at the JCC!  Then head over to Tir Na Nog and keep the conversation going over drinks and a nosh.  Includes one Forum session, Tir Na…

Join us for an evening of friends & fun activities including basketball (ACHaD Squadron team members) or art.  Enjoy delicious hamentshen and ice cream treats. This event is for individuals with special needs ages 12-adult & their families. Proceeds for this event benefit the ACHaD Department. This event is sponsored…

The Mid-Atlantic Junior Maccabi Games is a 1 day sports competition for Jewish athletes ages 10-12. Athletes from JCCs across the Mid-Atlantic region compete each spring, and this is a great way for kids to experience the JCC Maccabi Games on a smaller scale prior to participating in the “big…

Bring your family’s four-legged friend for a fun day all about pets!  Meet pets in need of a home, local animal welfare organizations, the Cherry Hill K9 Unit, an obstacle course for pets, doga (dog yoga), family photo booth, face painting and bounce house for kids and more! All pets…

Our annual Kids Triathlon is open to kids in the community ages 6-13. Our kid-friendly course allows participants to be a part of a heart-healthy activity and gain a sense of accomplishment as they swim, bike and run to the finish line. Register Online   The top 3 winners in…

Check Out Purim Costume Sales! Rasta Imposta will be selling Purim costumes and accessories in the Katz JCC lobby from 8am – 7pm on the days listed below: Thursday, 3/14 Friday, 3/15* Sunday, 3/17 Tuesday, 3/19 Wednesday, 3/20 Thursday, 3/21 Friday, 3/22* Sunday, 3/24 *Will close before Shabbat. Questions? Contact…