Calendar of Programs Released by Marcus Jewish Community Center

The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta has announced its programs for the remainder of August and September, which are open to the entire community.

Camp Sunday Open House

When: Sunday, August 17, 11:30 – 12:30 pm

Where: MJCCA’s Camp Alterman (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)

Cost: Free and open to the community

Details: Come learn about the MJCCA’s Camp Sunday program, an engaging and experiential way to learn about and incorporate Jewish values, customs, and traditions into your children’s daily life. “Campers” will learn Jewish traditions in a non-traditional setting. They will enjoy art projects, nature, dance, cooking, stories, and music while building a solid foundation and love of Jewish traditions.

More info: Sandra Bass at 678.812.3798,sandra.bass@atlantajcc.org

Taste of Foundations of Jewish Family Living Class at the MJCCA

When: Sunday, August 17, 10:00-11:00 am

Where: MJCCA (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)

Cost: Free and open to the community

Details: Join us to learn how the ten session Foundations of Jewish Living Course for PARENTS can help you have the language, learning, and confidence to share Jewish values with your children. Taste of Foundations will give you the opportunity to experience the Foundations of Jewish Living class firsthand and meet the instructor. RSVP Required. Free hour of KidZone Childcare provided. Please bring your friends.

More Info: Heather Kufert at 678.812.4153, Heather.Kufert@atlantajcc.org

MJCCA “Homeschool Extras Tour Day”

When: Monday, August 18 and Tuesday, August 19, 10:00 am-2:00 pm

Where: MJCCA (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)

Cost: Free and open to the community

Details: Stop by the MJCCA to get a tour of our facility and to get more information about Homeschool Extras.

The MJCCA’s 2014-15 Extracurricular Programs for Atlanta’s Homeschool Children Include: Kidding Around Yoga, Spanish Fun!, Young Rembrandts, FitLine, SeeIt! Science, Tennis, Gymnastics, Swimming, and Dance. Receive 10% off each class if you register that day!

More Info: Ashley Cohen, Ashley.cohen@atlantajcc.org, 678.812.3861

A Taste of Melton and Gallery Reception

When: Tuesday, August 19, 1:30 pm

Where: MJCCA (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)

Cost: Free and open to the community

Details: Join us for a tour of the Main Street Gallery featuring art work from the students of the Shiv’im Panim classes. Meet Rabbi Pamela Gottfried and artist Flora Rosefsky and learn about this class as well as other upcoming courses for our Fall semester. Please bring your friends.

More Info: Laurie Finkelstein at 678.812.3723, laurie.finkelstein@atlantajcc.org

Exhibition of Paintings by Archie Rand: GODS CHANGE, PRAYERS ARE HERE TO STAY

When: August 20 – November 30, 2014

Where: The MJCCA’s Katz Family Mainstreet Gallery (MJCCA, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)

Cost: Free and Open to the Community

Details: These 24 original paintings by internationally-renowned artist Archie Rand provide a visualization of Yehuda Amichai’s beautifully iconoclastic poem on G-d, prayer, and Jewish life. This exhibition also includes the full text of Amichai’s work.

More Info: Kim Goodfriend at 678.812.4071, kim.goodfriend@atlantajcc.org

Concert Featuring Musicians George Vass and Laura Gordy

When: Sunday, August 24, 2014, 6:00 pm

Where: The MJCCA’s Morris & Rae Frank Theatre (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)

Cost: $10-15

Details: Acclaimed violinist George Vass is renowned on three continents for his unique interpretations and performance style of the classics. Accompanying pianist Dr. Laura Gordy is a celebrated interpreter of contemporary music as well as classical repertoire. They will perform works by Bloch, Beethoven, and Brahms in an intimate concert setting.

More info: Contact the MJCCA Box Office at: 678.812.4002or visit www.atlantajcc.org/boxoffice

MJCCA Day Camp Day at CBM

When: Saturday, Sept. 20, 12:00 – 4:00 pm

Where: Camp Barney Medintz (4165 Highway 129 North, Cleveland, GA 30528)

Cost: Free and open to the community

Details: Come play on the beach, whoosh down a water slide, hike, or just hang out and play at beautiful Camp Barney. Bring a picnic lunch and we’ll provide the snacks and drinks. Reservations are required.

More info: Lisa Light at lisa@campbarney.org

Dive Into Shabbat - Intown
When: Friday, August 22, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Where: Emory Student Activity and Academic Center (1946 Starvine Way, Atlanta)

Cost: Free and open to the community

Join the MJCCA, Congregation Shearith Israel, Jewish Kids Groups, and PJ Library for an Intown Shabbat Pool Party and Picnic. The program will take place at Emory’s Student Activity and Academic Center. Open swim and activities begins at 5:00 pm followed by children’s songs at 6:00 pm. Bring your own picnic dinner and enjoy FREE snacks and drinks courtesy of the MJCCA.

More info: Rabbi Glusman, rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org,678.812.4161. (In case of rain or threatening weather, please call our weather hotline at 678-812-4011 on the afternoon of the event.)

Father and Daughter Boating and Picnic

When: Sunday, August 24, 12:30-3:00 pm

Where: MJCCA (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)

Cost: Father & Daughter Boating Pair (MJCCA Member): $10.00 Father Daughter Boating Pair (Community): $15.00

Details: Fathers, spend time bonding with your daughters during our fun-filled afternoon on the lake! Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the scenery before sharing a boat ride with your special girl in our paddleboats and canoes. In addition to open boat time, we will have boat races, art, music, and snacks.

More Info: Ilana Schlam at 678.812.3727, Ilana.Schlam@atlantajcc.org

Shofar on Main Street
When: Monday-Friday, Aug. 28- Sept. 23, 11:00 am

Where: (MJCCA at Zaban Park - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338)

Cost: Free and open to the community

Details: The blowing of the shofar, rams horn, is an important part of the Jewish High Holiday season. There is a special tradition of blowing theshofar in the days leading up to Rosh Hashanah to remind us to “wake up,” reflect on the past year, and begin the spiritual preparation for the High Holiday season. All are invited to listen as Rabbi Glusman sounds the Shofar in main lobby and the Fitness Center at the MJCCA.

More info: Rabbi Glusman, rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org,678.812.4161.