The Latest News at the JCC of Greater Buffalo
Fly Chai 2019 – Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser
In Hebrew, Chai means life, and at Camp Centerland we believe that camp is one of the most sacred experiences a young child can have. Children experience free expression of who they are and explore ways to develop and grow. As Camp Centerland itself continues to grow,...
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Dear Fellow JCC Members, In the coming months you will see advertisements appearing on Channel 2 (WGRZ) that highlight the benefits of membership at the JCC and enrollment at Camp Centerland. Like all institutions, we depend on strong membership revenue to support...
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Looking Through Glass
JEWISH REPERTORY THEATRE PRESENTS LOOKING THROUGH GLASS, MAY 9 – JUNE 2, 2019 Please note: Production photos will be available mid-May, 2019. Jewish Repertory Theatre presents Looking Through Glass, by Ken Kaisser, May 9 – June 2, at the Maxine and Robert Seller...
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Michael Garcia, JCC’s Camp Centerland Director, Appointed Co-Chair to American Camp Association
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo is pleased to announce that Michael Garcia, Camp Director at the JCC’s Camp Centerland on the Irving M. Shuman Campgrounds, has been appointed Upstate New York Standards Co-Chair to the American Camp Association (ACA)....
read moreThe honey and the sting
The honey and the sting – על הדבש ועל העקץ All of us in Israel were excited to see the Shalva Band do so well on “Rising Star,” Israel’s televised talent show that recognizes outstanding performances, complete with judges, audience voting, and lots of hopes and...
read moreSupporting PJ Library Families In Difficult Times
Research shows that one of the best ways that you can help prepare children to cope with discrimination and intolerance is by being open about it. When you show children that these topics, though tough, are not taboo, you let them know that they can always share their...
read moreSafra and Saifa- The Book and the Sword
This past Shabbat two Israeli icons left this world leaving behind their legacy, devotion and spirit to guide us through times ahead. As the sun set, and candles across the country burned with Shabbat’s holiness, their brightness carried Amos Oz’s soul through its...
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Historically significant “Community Life” by artist Lewis Rubenstein featured in the permanent collection at the JCC Holland Family Building, 787 Delaware Avenue
An astounding mural of historical significance, “Community Life” by artist Lewis Rubenstein, has been refurbished and is now featured as part of the permanent collection at the JCC Holland Family Building, adorning the entryway that faces Delaware Avenue. Artist Lewis...
read moreOperation VET receives Kol Ha Kavod Award
We are excited to announce that our JCC has won a national award for program excellence from the Jewish Community Center Association, our umbrella...
read moreTogether – Marching with World Jewry
Today the Jewish world marks Hanukkah’s first day, a holiday celebrating Jewish rebellion and resilience, determination and triumph of spirit. The story of the Maccabees takes us back to the year 164 B.C.E when the Maccabean rededicated the Second Temple in Jerusalem...
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