No Images? Click here Dear Families, Happy 2019! I hope your year is off to a wonderful start. We have quite a few exciting programs coming up in the Blonder Family Department for Special Needs, including our Annual Day Trip to see the Hawks play downtown on Mon, Jan 21 and VSP Café at Sweet Tomatoes on Thurs, Jan 31. We are also gearing up for Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) in February. Click here to visit the Greater Atlanta Jewish Abilities Alliance website with a full calendar of JDAIM events happening throughout metro Atlanta. Finally, we are excited to announce a very special banquet on Sun, Feb 10 honoring and thanking all of the Debra “Debbie” Sonenshine SOAR athletes and volunteers. All athletes from any SOAR sport during the past year are invited to attend! Details and RSVP information are below. See below for upcoming programs and events and be sure to check out our January and February calendars! Sincerely, Social Activities & OutingsMon, Jan 21, 12:30 - 6:00 pm Fee: $38 Member, $52 Community Thurs, Jan 31, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Thurs, Feb 28, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Sweet Tomatoes: Debra 'Debbie' Sonenshine SOAR ProgramsSun, Feb 10, 5:00 - 6:30 pm Participants from all SOAR sports are invited to the Debra “Debbie” Sonenshine SOAR Banquet to celebrate our athletes and volunteers. RSVP by February 1 to Emily at 678.812.3751 or via email at blonder@atlantajcc.org. Mondays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Join us every Monday for a night of Bowling and fun at Bowlmor Lanes at 2175 Savoy Drive, Atlanta! We will not meet on Jewish and national holidays. Tuesdays, Feb 12 - March 5, 7:00 - 8:15 pm SOAR Fitness is back! Join us Tuesdays for a variety of fun group fitness classes. We will work on basic stretching and functional exercises to get our bodies moving, while having a great time! This program is a great way to be social and active! Come workout with us! Arts + Culture ProgramsCelebrate Jewish Disability Awareness, Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month is in February! Events and programs will be taking place throughout Atlanta and we encourage everyone to take part and share your experience with others. Here are a few of the ways the MJCCA will be involved and supporting community events: 5th Annual Power of One Teen Bowling Party Special Friends Havdalah at B’nai Torah Save the Date! Singin’ in the Rain Sun, April 14 Registration & Participant Information Click on the links in the program title to register, or call our registration team at 678.812.4010. RSVPs are required so that we can staff appropriately, purchase enough tickets, and make restaurant reservations.If you have questions about registering online, we’re happy to help! Just contact one of the department members listed below. Be sure to also check out our Facebook group! If your email, phone number, or mailing address have changed, please let us know by emailing elizabeth.knapp@atlantajcc.org or emily.shapiro@atlantajcc.org, or by calling 678.812.3751. The Ruth B. Jackson Transitions Program The Ruth B. Jackson Transitions program, within the Blonder Family Department for Special Needs, is designed especially for young adults ages 22-27 with mild to moderate autism or related conditions who benefit from a structured, small-group environment.For more information, email Emily Shapiro or call 678.812.3751. Contact Elizabeth Knapp Emily Shapiro Sarah Scheuer Jennifer Lieb To register, visit atlantajcc.org. You can also submit a check made payable to MJCCA to the Blonder Family Department for Special Needs. Please include your email address. The MJCCA assumes no liability or responsibility whatsoever for any participants (child or adult) who appears for any program for which he/she has not properly registered in advance. From July 28-Aug 2, the 2019 JCC Maccabi Games® will bring 1,600 athletes, ages 12-16, together to compete in a field of 13 sports. The Games will include a full range of events, including Olympic-style opening ceremonies, fabulous evening activities, and a day of service. The Atlanta community and visiting delegations will come together for a week of spirit, friendship, and celebration. Opportunities are available for athletes, coaches, volunteers, and host families to be part of this historic event. If you’re interested in getting involved, please fill out our general interest form and we’ll be in touch! |