R&R: Shabbat at the JCC

The 2025 R&R season has come to an end. It’s been a beautiful season, and we’ve loved celebrating Shabbat with you every Saturday.

We can’t wait to see you in 2026!

Jewish Life

Looking for something new and interesting to do as a family or with friends?

R&R is an antidote to our 24/7 lifestyle. R&R is an amazing weekly, free opportunity to be together as a family and as a community: an incredible, inclusive alternative to the typical New York Saturday.

Make your Shabbat afternoon special and experience our community with workshops in art, yoga, meditation, food, music, lectures, film, creative art projects, spa experiences, and indoor and outdoor play. Join us for programs for children and adults that respect all levels of observance. Come in from the ordinary and experience Shabbat. It’s an ancient solution to a modern dilemma, so priceless we’ve made it free. No registration required.

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

Craftivist Corner

Yarn arts benefitting Hats for the Homeless. Beginners and those skilled at crochet and knitting are welcome. All supplies are provided.

Art Studio (Ages 2 and Up)

Join us weekly for creative explorations with open-ended art projects. With creative staff and interesting materials, Art Studio allows children to explore with a focus on the process, not the product!

Play Plus (Ages 3–5)

Games, toys, and play experiences that are just right for older toddlers and preschoolers.

Play Space (Ages 3 and Under)

Open Play.

Baby Play Space (Ages 18 Months and Under)

Safe, soft play for infants and young toddlers

LEGOS for Big Kids (Ages 8 and Up)

Lego challenges and open play for older children.

Rooftop Playground

(Weather permitting)

R&R: Reset and Revive

Yoga for adults.

MusicTalks: Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

Each week, children will have a chance to meet musicians and engage with instruments up close. Children will have the opportunity to touch, hear, and experience a variety of instruments.

Circle Games (Ages 4–7)

Our variety of structured games gets kids moving, helping to build social relationships, self-esteem, listening skills, gross motor development, and so much more.

Performing Arts for the Entire Family.

R&R: Relax and Restore

Gentle yoga for adults.

R&R: Reconnect!

Meditation for adults.

Structured Play (Ages 4–7)

Join our energetic Shabbat coaches for games and activities focused on friendly competition and group goals.

And so much more each week!

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