The Paul Feig z"l Tikkun Leil Shavuot

Registration is now open for adult summer swim classes! Save your spot in the pool and choose from beginner through advanced swim clinics, boot camp, and more. There’s something for everyone! For more information contact us at jccswimschool@mmjccm.org.

Aqua HIIT
Looking for a fun and different way to exercise? Aqua HIIT takes all the advantages of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and adapts it for the pool, offering an amazing full-body workout. A great way to stay heart healthy, this cardio and strength-training workout will keep you moving, working up a sweat, and have you coming back for more. This class is adaptable for all levels of fitness; no previous experience required.
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Water Warrior Boot Camp
Unleash your inner warrior and train like a champ! This class delivers a full-body workout that leaves you feeling stronger each and every time. Let us help you meet and exceed your fitness goals with this workout that combines resistance and cardio training. Students will use a variety of aquatic exercise equipment to help work and tone every muscle group. This class is adaptable for all levels of fitness; no previous experience required.
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Adult Beginner 1
Come learn the fundamentals of swimming and water safety in a supportive and relaxed group setting in our Adult Beginner 1 Swim Clinic. In this weekly clinic we will introduce safe swimming foundations such as breath control and learning to float, as well as rudimentary freestyle and backstroke technique. This class has no prerequisites and is suitable for all beginner swimmers.
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Adult Beginner 2
Continue your progress from our Beginner 1 Swim Clinic or join us if you meet the prerequisites below. In this weekly clinic we will continue to build on our rudimentary knowledge of freestyle and backstroke as we are well on our way toward mastering those skills. This class will focus on precision and efficiency in each stroke as well as breath control, while continuing to emphasize important water safety skills. Prerequisites: Swimmers must be comfortable fully submerging, and have learned the foundations for flutter kicks and pulling.
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Adult Intermediate
Join us in our Intermediate swim clinic! Whether you’ve graduated from our beginner clinics or already meet our prerequisites we’ll help you become a confident, capable, and courteous lap swimmer. Our excellent instructors will give you tips and tricks to sharpen your technique while building endurance and speed in the water. Prerequisites: Swimmers must be able to swim 50 meters of freestyle and backstroke continuously.
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Don’t wait to register, spots are limited and our Arthritis Water Exercise classes are already sold out.

In Person. Start your day with gentle movement and mindful breath as the sun rises. This slow flow yoga class awakens the body, calms the mind, and sets a peaceful tone for the rest of your day. Suitable for all levels.

4 Tuesdays, Jun 17-Jul 08, 7:30-8:30 am

In Person. Join us to experience rejuvenation and renewal at the Shirley Kohn Spa Evening of Mindfulness + Sound Bowl Healing for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancer. In the company of others impacted by cancer, receive helpful tips on unwinding and letting go of stress. Learn simple, mindful breathing, gentle stretching, and self-massage techniques. Rest comfortably on a yoga mat or in a chair to listen to and feel the magic of sound bowls. Sound and vibration therapy is one of the most transformative ways to shift the body at the cellular level. The gentle, soothing tones of singing bowls open the flow of energy and touch every part of the body.

This is event is part of Cancer Care at the JCC, created in partnership with Alison Estabrook, M.D., a nationally recognized breast cancer surgeon. This innovative program is designed to share the latest in medical information while also bringing complementary health and wellness programming to those living at risk of and/or impacted by breast cancer.

The 13th Annual Israel Film Center Festival will run June 5-12, 2025! The leading festival of Israeli films in New York is back with a fresh selection of award-winning films, screening at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan and other locations in the New York Metro Area.

Opening Night: Pink Lady

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In an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Jerusalem, Bati appears to have a perfect life—happily married to Lazer with three beautiful children. But their world starts to crumble when Lazer is blackmailed and Bati discovers his secret affair with his male study partner.

Co-presented by the Jerusalem Foundation

Thu, Jun 5, 6 pm Reception | 7 pm Screening, $28

Fri, Jun 6, 11 am, $18

The Ring

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Arnon Noble is a religious man with a strong bond to his mother, a Holocaust survivor. When his mother’s health deteriorates, he travels to her old hometown to search for the mythological ring that saved her life in the past.

Fri, Jun 6, 6 pm, $18

Soda

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In 1950s Israel, Eva arrives at a community of Holocaust survivors, captivating Shalom, a former resistance fighter. Soon, rumors spread about her past as a Kapo during the war, and Shalom must choose between his passion for Eva and his duty to uncover her secret.

Sun, Jun 8, 1:30 pm, $18

Highway 65

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A promising police officer, Daphna, finds herself investigating petty crimes in the sleepy town of Afula. When a former beauty queen from the town’s most powerful family goes missing, Daphna is thrust into a complex mystery that could either redeem her career or lead to her downfall.

Sun, Jun 8, 4 pm, $18

Sun, Jun 8, 7 pm, $18

The Shoshani Riddle

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One of the greatest mysteries of the 20th century, Mr. Shoshani was an eternal nomad and enigmatic genius. With no family or friends, sleeping on park benches, taking on multiple names and identities, he acquired a mythological status. This film is a search for Mr. Shoshani.

Sun, Jun 8, 6:30 pm, $18

Tue, Jun 10, 2 pm, $18

Of Dogs and Men

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In the aftermath of the October 7 attacks, a 16-year-old survivor named Dar returns home to her kibbutz in search of her lost dog.

Mon, Jun 9, 5:30 pm, $18

His Own Way: The Cinema of Avi Nesher

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Avi Nesher, Israel’s leading filmmaker, weaves his personal life into all his films. This documentary examines the DNA of his cinematic creations since he began his career in 1978.

Mon, Jun 9, 7:30 pm, $18

Better Days: The Story of Ze’ev Revach

Ze’ev Revach, the beloved Israeli comedian, became trapped in a typecast that would later become his prison. His complex story of passion and tragedy is told through rare footage and testimonies, revealing a screen legend we never truly knew.

Tue, Jun 10, 5:30 pm, $18

The Vanishing Soldier

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Shlomi, a young Israeli soldier, abandons his post to reunite with his girlfriend in Tel Aviv, only to find out that the army believes he has been kidnapped.

Tue, Jun 10, 7:30 pm, $18

The Property

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Regina and her granddaughter Mika embark on a journey to Poland to reclaim their family property seized during World War II. But Regina has a secret ulterior motive: to find her first love, whom she was forced to leave 70 years ago.

Wed, Jun 11, 5 pm, $18

Thu, Jun 12, 7 pm, $18

Cabaret Total

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Assi, a failing actor, returns from army reserve duty with PTSD. Teaching high school drama by day and performing in a local cabaret show by night, his world is upended when he has the opportunity to speak out against corruption and the army.

Wed, Jun 11, 7:30pm, $18

Closing Night: Bliss

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Sassi and Efi are doing their best to manage the debt left behind by Sassi’s son before he moved to Brussels. When two young men appear in their lives, their carefully kept routine and love are tested.

Wed, Jun 11, 5:30 pm, $18

Thu, Jun 12, 6 pm Reception | 7 pm Screening, $25

 

Women Who Inspire Through Leadership and Building Community

Honorees

Host Committee

This event is presented in partnership with American Friends of NATAL – Israel Trauma and Resiliency Center.

Liron Weizman’s “Back from Gaza – The Unending Battle” is a powerful sequel to her acclaimed documentary that first introduced audiences to Eliran Mizrahi’s courageous battle with post-traumatic stress disorder. After sharing his story on camera, Eliran’s mental health tragically deteriorated, culminating in his devastating suicide. This poignant follow-up illuminates the lasting impact of his loss, revealing the profound pain and quiet suffering endured by his loved ones and fellow soldiers.

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Call Me Back – With Dan Senor, Live Podcast taping with Special Guest Brett McGurk

Political and geopolitical analysis from the world’s top experts, hosted by Dan Senor.

In this special live taping of Call Me Back, Dan Senor will host McGurk, an American diplomat, attorney, and academic who served in senior national security positions under presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and Joe Biden.

In November 2023, President Biden selected McGurk to lead negotiations between Israel and Hamas to secure the release of the hostages in Gaza.

General Admission available + VIP Tickets include a special meet and greet after the taping.

This event is presented in partnership with The New York Jewish Week.

Net proceeds from this event will support The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan summer day camps. 

Will could never compete in the sport he’s always loved: racewalking. While struggling to find respect as a coach, Will’s fortunes change when he spots a burnout pitcher with the most impeccable racewalking stride he’s ever seen. Together, Will and Matt team up, face the challenges of a sport that doesn’t want them, and to try to take down the best walker in the country.

 

The Slamdance Unstoppable: On The Road lineup was programmed from major festivals, including Slamdance, Sundance, ReelAbilities, Superfest, and Easterseals Disability Services. Programmed exclusively by artists with visible and non-visible disabilities, the tour will expand the Slamdance Unstoppable programming into arthouse theaters across the U.S. – championing underrepresented voices and fostering accessibility and representation to new audiences across the country.

Dir. Phil Moniz, Kevin Claydon (US, 2024, 80 min)

Raised in a Jewish household in Pittsburgh, Charles Grodin’s life embodied the concept of Tikkun Olam. The film not only celebrates Charles Grodin’s hilarious acting career, but also his remarkable, decades-long, successful fight to get wrongly convicted people—most of whom were mothers of color with young children—out of prison.  

 

The film includes interviews with Robert De Niro, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Elaine May, Carol Burnett, Paul Simon, Art Garfunkel, Alan Arkin, Ellen Burstyn, Marc Maron, Lewis Black, Marlo Thomas, Richard Kind, Jon Lovitz, plus several of the women Chuck got released from prison.

 

Screening followed by Q+A with director James L. Freedman.

Dir. James L. Freedman (US, 2025, 93 min)

On the verge of bankruptcy and desperate for his big break, aspiring filmmaker Bobby Bowfinger concocts a crazy plan to make his ultimate dream movie. Rallying a ragtag team that includes a starry-eyed ingenue, a has-been diva and a film studio gofer, he sets out to shoot a blockbuster featuring the biggest star in Hollywood, Kit Ramsey — only without letting Ramsey know he’s in the picture. Featuring Eddie Murphy and Steve Martin.

 

Screening followed by Q+A with director Frank Oz. Presented as part of the new Upper West Side Cinema Center’s pop-up film series “For the Love of Cinema.”

Dir. Frank Oz (US, 1999, 97 min)

In 1987, Marlee Matlin became the first Deaf actor to win an Academy Award and was thrust into the spotlight at 21 years old. She seized the moment to challenge an industry unprepared for her immense talent, emerging as a trailblazer not only as a performer (The West Wing, Law & Order, CODA) but also as an author and activist. In this documentary, Matlin opens up about her personal and professional struggles – her meteoric rise to fame, the challenges of navigating a predominantly hearing industry, the pain of a tumultuous high-profile relationship, getting sober and years of being overlooked by Hollywood – alongside her many triumphs. Through interviews with both Deaf and hearing contributors, the film weaves a poignant narrative of Matlin’s legendary c

Dir. Shoshannah Stern (US, 2025, 98 min)

Multiple Screenings:

Mon, Jul 7, 5:30 + 7:30 pm

Tue, Jul 8, 5:30 + 7:30 pm

Wed, Jul 9, 5:30 + 7:30 pm

Thu, Jul 10, 5:30 + 7:30 pm

When David and his fiancée Meg gather for his family’s traditional Shabbat dinner on New York’s Upper West Side, things spiral faster than you can say “hamotzi” when an accidental death (or…murder?) derails the evening entirely. With Meg’s devoutly Catholic parents due any moment to meet David’s very Jewish family, soon Shabbat becomes a comedy of biblical proportions.

 

Kyra Sedgwick and Cliff “Method Man” Smith lead a hilarious ensemble cast in the award-winning comedy BAD SHABBOS, winner of the Audience Award at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival.

On her 40th birthday, Rachel is grappling with a looming mid-life crisis and the nerve-wracking task of delivering a speech at her daughter’s Bat Mitzvah. But when a DNA test unexpectedly reveals that she’s only half-Jewish and her beloved father isn’t her biological parent, Rachel’s life is thrown into disarray, and suddenly, she’s embarking on a hilarious journey with her eccentric mother to find out who she really is. Starring two-time Golden Globe® and Tony Winner Linda Lavin (No Good Deed, Mid Century Modern) and Lisa Brenner (The Ark, Say My Name).

 

Screening followed by Q+A with writer and actor Lisa Brenner. 

Directed by Matt Sohn (US, 2023, 83 min)

 

 

A poignant and visually captivating coming-of-age story, Last Film Show transports us to a small Indian village in the 1970s, where a nine-year-old boy spends an entire summer mesmerized by films in a rundown movie theater projection booth. Last Film Show is a celebration of childhood dreams, community, and the timeless allure of the silver screen. A perfect family-friendly film that will inspire all generations!

 

Screening followed by discussion with Mira Nair. Presented as part of the new Upper West Side Cinema Center’s pop-up film series “For the Love of Cinema.”

 

Directed by Pan Nalin (India, 2021, 110 mins.)

 

Discover Your Favorite Fall Classes for Kids at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan

Fall 2025 registration is here! Get ready to enroll in your child’s favorite enrichment classes, featuring exciting new options for every age and interest.

Member Registration Opens: Wednesday, May 14 at 9 am
Public Registration Opens: Wednesday, May 21 at 9 am

Whether you’re looking for infant classes, preschool enrichment, after-school programs, or weekend activities for teens and tweens, our fall lineup has something for every family.

Plan ahead now, enjoy your summer later. Secure your spot in popular fall children’s classes before they fill up!

In a remarkably original and funny work, Eric Jaffe tells the story of growing up in the shadow of the Holocaust, while also coming of age at a time when genuine acceptance–not only of Jews but of all people–seemed within reach. Ranging from Transylvania to Bangladesh, from Sweden to NYC, and drawing on everything from Socrates to professional wrestling, it’s a story of hope, disappointment, and the clash between youthful idealism and the realities of the Jewish experience.

City Birds is a new project in the tradition of Americana by Tamar Eisenman and Sagit Shir, two prominent musicians each in their own right, coming together to create a collection of songs which bring families together and celebrate childhood through songs that reflect inclusivity + love.

All ages are welcome. Tickets are required for everyone age 2 and up.

We are so excited to invite you to join us on our Wechsler Center Israel Trip, from November 10–20, 2025.
This special mission is for anyone interested in volunteering and deepening their connection to Israel, including past, current, and prospective English Overseas volunteers. Partnering with Authentic Israel and the municipalities of Jerusalem and Beit She’an, we’re planning an unforgettable experience.

Trip Highlights

• Optional staff-chaperoned flights on El-Al
• 5 nights in Jerusalem at the 5-star Herbert Samuel Hotel
• 3 nights in Zichron Ya’akov, near Beit She’an, at the 5-star Elma Arts Hotel
• Authentic experiences with English Overseas students in Jerusalem, Beit She’an and possibly Givatayim
• Touring in Jerusalem and the lower Galilee/Carmel Mountain area, including Zichron Ya’akov and Beit She’an
• Shabbat in Jerusalem

Draft Itinerary

Upcoming Information Sessions

Mon, Jun 9, 12:30-2 pm

Mon, Jun 9, 5:30-7 pm

Wed, Jun 11, 11 am-12:30 pm

Note: Authentic Israel will provide full refunds if the trip is cancelled due to security concerns.

The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan offers FREE weekly open-run basketball sessions this summer for adults, teens, and tweens. Whether you’re looking to get in a casual game, improve your skills, or simply enjoy some friendly competition, our open runs are the perfect way to play and connect with others in the community. Join us for a fun, supportive, and welcoming environment—no matter your skill level!

Tween Basketball Open Run (Ages 10-13)

Join us for weekly basketball open runs designed for tweens. This is a great chance to improve skills and have fun!

Teen Basketball Open Run (Ages 14-18)

Calling all teen hoopers! Drop in for our teen basketball open runs and enjoy casual games and skill-building with friends.

Adult Basketball Open Run (Ages 18+)

Looking to get in a game? Join our adult open runs for a fun, relaxed basketball experience for all skill levels!

Summer Turning 2s Pre-Nursery Classes
Is your toddler turning 2 this summer or fall? Help them grow with our gentle separation program. Each class includes circle time, music, art, sensory play, and outdoor fun. Children build confidence and feel safe as they explore a classroom routine with caring, expert teachers.

Mondays + Wednesdays | 9–11 am
Tuesdays + Thursdays | 9–11 am

Summer Toddler Playgroup (16–24 months)
Join your toddler in a caregiver-and-child class full of movement, dramatic play, stories, and art. This playful group is a great way to get ready for our Turning 2s program in the fall.

Mondays–Thursdays | 11:30 am–12:30 pm

Why Families Choose Us:
Warm, expert early childhood educators
Safe and nurturing space
Easy-to-reach Upper West Side location
Programs designed just for toddlers

Sign up today for a summer of fun, learning, and growth!

Turning 2s: Rooftop Playdate
Calling all current and prospective Turning 2s program families! Join us on the JCC Manhattan’s outdoor rooftop for a fun and relaxed playdate where children can connect and play, and parents can meet other families in the community.

Whether your child is already enrolled in Turning 2s or you’re interested in learning more, this is a great opportunity to build friendships and explore the program.

This free event requires advance registration. (Select which date you wish to attend below)
Tue, May 13, 3:30–4:30 pm
Tue, Jul 8, 4:15–5 pm

Gustav Klimt, one of the most revolutionary artists in recent memory, lived in tumultuous times, suspended at the turn of the century in the stylistic seam between Art Nouveau, Expressionism, and Symbolism.

This lecture – led by curator, fashion historian, and Ph.D. candidate at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Yaara Keydar – will explore how his breathtaking portraits reflect the upheavals of the era and its fashions through his distinct depictions of women, nudity, sensuality, and the supernatural. Klimt’s turbulent life story is also that of his beloved Emilie Flöge, a pioneering fashion designer and predecessor of Coco Chanel, whose contributions have since been largely forgotten.

Join the JCC Health Club in May + Receive Two Free Months! Or Join the Pool + Get a Free Month or $100 Off! $0 Enrollment Fee.*

Get ready for summer and save. Enjoy the use of two pools, a spacious fitness center, gymnasium with two basketball courts, unlimited group exercise classes, pickleball games, discounts on other JCC programs, and so much more!

Learn more about this limited time offer.

Come together with people from across the spectrum of Jewish life for a free, revelatory night of study, film, music, dance, conversation, and more in celebration of Shavuot. Come for the revelation, stay for the cheesecake!

This year, The Tikkun Leil Shavuot will take place in person only overnight, Sun, Jun 1–Mon, Jun 2, 9 pm–5 am.

Join us for a weekly rooftop meetup to tend to our community garden and enjoy conversation in the sunshine. Plan what we will grow as a group and take home a share of the harvest.

Explore spiritual growth through the music of Paul Simon and the biblical psalms in this interactive workshop supported by the Hadar Institute, where we’ll listen, sing, and reflect on how his lyrics resonate with our spiritual journeys.

Unleash your creativity with JCC art and writing classes, where skilled instructors lead inspiring sessions in a variety of art forms and mediums. Spring class options include:

• Abstract Painting
• Watercolor Painting
• Impressionist Expressions: Oil Painting
• Beaded Jewelry
• Beginner + Advanced Sewing
• Contemporary Landscape Painting
• Still Life in Collage
• …and more!

Our exciting summer class lineup is now open to everyone! Secure your child’s place in programs designed to spark creativity, encourage movement, and build lasting friendships.

View all class options, create your ideal summer schedule, and claim your spot before sessions reach capacity!

 

Looking for the perfect kids’ birthday party venue on the Upper West Side? The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan is bringing back birthday celebrations—bigger and better than ever! Whether your child loves games, themed activities, or a fun-filled gathering with friends, we offer customizable party packages, delicious kosher food, and a dedicated party team to handle every detail. Book your stress-free birthday party in NYC today and create lasting memories!

Give your child(ren) the ultimate country day camp experience at Camp Settoga in Pomona, NY! There’s never been a better time to join, with convenient transportation, exciting specialty camps, and extended schedules at lower rates. Every day is packed with fun and friendship, from swimming and sports to arts and outdoor exploration.

Spots are filling fast—register today!