The Latest News at the JCC of Greater Buffalo
The American Dream & Architectural Studies by Eta Rottenberg
Local artist, Eta Rottenberg, will have a new exhibit of multimedia art, The American Dream & Architectural Studies, on display starting November 6 - December 30 at the Levy and Daniel Families Art Gallery at the JCC Holland Family Building, 787 Delaware Ave. The...
WNY Delegation Assembly Members Announce $350,000 in Holocaust Survivors Initiative Funding
NYS Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes, and Assembly Member Jon Rivera, announced they helped secure $350,000 from the 2021-2022 State’s Fiscal Year Aging budget for the Holocaust Survivors Initiative. As a result, the Assembly has chosen to allocate...
Covid-19 Vaccine & Mask Requirements for the Jewish Repertory Theatre’s performances of Photograph 51
For the safety of JRT staff and patrons, all performances of Photograph 51 will require proof of an FDA authorized COVID vaccination (Pfizer, Moderna, J&J) or a negative COVID-19 test (PCR) within 72 hours of the performance. Also, all attendees, regardless of...
JCC of Greater Buffalo Announces New Covid-19 Vaccine & Mask Requirements for Employees, Members, and Indoor Events
Effective September 10, 2021, JCC Buffalo employees will begin providing vaccination proof or taking a weekly COVID-19 test (PCR). We expect unvaccinated individuals to receive their first shot by September 24 and complete the required number of vaccine doses and the...
JRT Press Release for 2021-22 Season
The Jewish Repertory Theatre presents its 19th season Following a 15-month absence of live shows and programming, JRT is proud to announce a return to the stage for our three play 2021-2022 season, all performed live in-person at the Robert and Maxine Sellers Theatre...
Return to Live Theatre
Dear JRT Patrons and Subscribers, It is my honor and privilege to assume the position of Director of Performing Arts for the JCC and JRT. Theater is not just my profession, it’s my passion and I’m blessed to be doing what I love. You may have seen me on stage at the...
The JCC Holds a Blood Drive to Help The WNY Community
The JCC Asks The WNY Community to “Roll-Up” Their Sleeves and Donate Blood To Help With Covid Patients and others in WNY January 7/ Buffalo, NY – The JCC of Greater Buffalo hosted a Blood Drive with American Red Cross (ARC) to help assist patients during this crucial...
The Jewish Repertory Theatre receives a $5,000 grant
LEGISLATOR VINAL SECURES FUNDING FOR THE JEWISH REPERTORY THEATRE, A PROGRAM OF THE JCC OF GREATER BUFFALO Legislator Jeanne Vinal was sworn in January 2020, as Erie County Legislator for District 5, which contains about 75 percent of the Town of Amherst and includes...
Community Cultural and Sport Centers in the USA
A country’s rich diversity is known through its cultural and sports centers. Apart from shaping the cities and rendering a sustainable living environment for their people, they also help enhance the revenue of clubs, municipalities, and private foundations....
Local theater companies find new worlds to explore
Jewish Repertory Theatre also used its mission statement as a starting point\. “We wanted plays that capture Jewish stories, themes and ideas,” she said, adding they also were looking for material with smaller casts to maintain safety protocols and shorter running...
She’s sharing her exercise moves virtually with Silver Sneakers
Kathy Corff Rogers has some great moves. For thirty-five years she's been sharing them through her exercise classes at the Jewish Community Center. Since COVID, the retired graphics designer has been doing her classes virtually. Kathy also works with Silver Sneakers,...
Introduction to new CEO Michael Rawl
The Jewish Journal staff had an opportunity to speak with incoming JCC CEO Mike Rawl who begins his new role later this month. Mike, first and foremost, Mazal Tov on your new appointment. If you would, please introduce us to your family. Thank you. I’m excited to join...