It is officially spring, and as we watch the sun set a bit later and wake up in the morning to darker skies, we all strive to keep the ball of our lives rolling in the right direction. The Alper JCC offers many opportunities to help you do just that. Enhance your health and wellness, expand your learning and education, and enjoy literature and the arts, all while maintaining a connection to your community. The “J” provides fun and thought provoking programming for children and adults of all ages.
This week the J is having a wonderful event to wrap up the epilogue of the annual Berrin family Book Festival. One of the country’s most recognizable journalists from 60 minutes, Lesley Stahl, explains how becoming a grandmother transforms a woman’s life. Stahl will be discussing her New York Times best selling book, Becoming Grandma – in conversation with Miami Herald columnist Ana Veciana-Suarez on Tuesday, April 18th at 7:30 p.m. After four decades as a reporter, Lesley Stahl’s most transformative experience of her life was not covering the White House or interviewing heads of state at 60 Minutes. It was becoming a grandmother. Using her 60 Minutes skills, Stahl, interviews friends like Whoopi Goldberg, colleagues like Diane Sawyer (and grandfathers, including Tom Brokaw), as well as the proverbial woman next door. Come by the J for this insightful presentation, book signing and dessert reception in the Russell Theater. This special event is open to the public. Get an autographed copy of Becoming Grandma is just in time for Mother’s Day gift giving! Tickets can be purchased at alperjcc.org or by calling 305-271-9000 extension 268. $36 preferred seating, $20 General Admission in advance, $25 at the door (all tickets include paperback book).
Although it isn’t quite summer yet, it is time for parents (and even grandparents) to start prepping plans for the kids this summer with our award-winning summer camp. General camps and specialty camps like robotics, sports and performing arts are sure to keep thee kiddos busy having a blast from June 12 – August 4, 2017. Summer Camp at the J offers flexible options with 2, 4, 6 and 8 week sessions. Activities include: arts and crafts, swimming/pool games, sports, canoeing and fishing, ceramics, cheerleading, chess, computers, cooking, drama, field games, dance, garage band, jewelry making, martial arts, nature, robotics, rocketry, science, woodworking and more.
The JCC strives to create the most inclusive environment and fully welcomes children and teens of all abilities in all camp programs. For more info, contact Johana Sarmiento at 305-271-9000 x273 or jsarmiento@alperjcc.org. Visit the camp office or call extension 271 for more information about camp or to register. The Camp brochure and forms can be downloaded at alperjcc.org/camp.
While you’re getting the kids ready for summer camp season, it’s also time for you parents to start getting in shape for the beach this summer. The recently upgraded interactive Precor cardio equipment now at J Fitness can help you do just that! Group fitness classes such as non-heated and Hot Yoga, Barre, POUND, Indoor Cycling, TRX and Zumba are all included with JCC membership. Reserve a space in any of our 75-plus weekly group exercise classes with the easy-to-use MindBody app from your mobile device, with the ability to synchronize with your FitBit workout tracker. While you get your workout in, supervised on-site childcare is available at J Play for your little ones and the new Kidz Corner game room is tons of fun for kids grades 1-7.
Stop by the Welcome Desk in the Fitness Center or contact us today to schedule a personalized tour. Ask about a free 7-day pass to try out our facilities. Call 305-271-9000 or visit alperjcc.org.
