Young Adult Division Happy Hour
Program Description: Kick off the new year with our first official YAD launch event! Meet and mingle with other Jewish young adults (ages 22–45ish) in a fun, casual setting.
First drink is on us (non-alcoholic options available). Meet new friends, connect with other Jewish young adults, and start the year off right.
Questions? Email Tamara at tamara.zishuk@shalomraleigh.org.
Where: Lynwood Brewing Concern, 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd Raleigh, NC
When: January 20 6:00pm-8:00pm
JCC Pickleball Winter Value League
Program Description: If you are looking for a welcoming introduction to competitive play without the pressure to perform at a high level, this league is for you! These unique offerings provide the opportunity for regular, coach-organized competitive play along with helpful coach guidance on rules and scoring. Show up with a basic understanding of rules and scoring and be prepared to have fun and increase your confidence over time!
Where: Sports Pavilion at David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Nice Jewish Triangle presents: Cozy Up & Pour In: An Elevated 4th Friday Shabbat for Triangle Jewish Young Adults
Kick off the New Year with a Shabbat experience that’s as cozy as it is curated. Join us for our next 4th Friday gathering at an exclusive private venue located in Morrisville (location available upon RSVP) featuring over 50 self-pour beverages on tap! Whether you are new to the area or want to catch up with friends, stay warm this January with great company, a massive selection of drinks, and a full pasta bar buffet.
Tickets: $25 Early Bird Pricing (Includes 32oz of self-pour drinks + all-you-can-eat pasta, salad, breadsticks, deserts)
To Join:
1. Register via our OneTable link: https://dinners.onetable.org/events/90cd9514-081c-4707-859a-a0df7d8ac6e0/details?shared=true
2. Secure your spot by Zelle-ing your non-refundable payment to nathaniellx1@gmail.com.
Note: To ensure we can secure this beautiful private space and provide plenty of food and drinks, your RSVP is only confirmed once payment is received.
Dayenu & Beth Shalom present: Tu B'Shvat Seder & Dinner
We are delighted to welcome you to our Tu B’Shvat Dinner Experience, Celebrate Earth: The Jewish Way, featuring a “New Year of the Trees” Seder and Dinner. This three-course meal will include symbolic Tu B’Shvat fruits, seeds, and wine, along with singing, prayers, engaging conversations, and hands-on experiences focused on local environmental action that protect our environment and our health.
Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Beth Shalom, 5713 Yates Mill Pond Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606
Cost: $18 per adult plus processing fee; children and teens are free
Sponsored by Beth Shalom and The Dayenu Triangle Circle
Click here to register.
JCC Pickleball Winter Value League
Program Description: If you are looking for a welcoming introduction to competitive play without the pressure to perform at a high level, this league is for you! These unique offerings provide the opportunity for regular, coach-organized competitive play along with helpful coach guidance on rules and scoring. Show up with a basic understanding of rules and scoring and be prepared to have fun and increase your confidence over time!
Where: Sports Pavilion at David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 1
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, January 11-February 1
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
Women's Philanthropy Favorite Things Party
Program Description: Our Women's Philanthropy Favorite Things Celebration is back! This annual gathering is an uplifting, intimate evening for women who support our mission at the $1,000+ level. Guests bring one wrapped favorite item to swap as we share stories, connect, and celebrate the power of women giving together.
Interested in joining this special group of women and participating in this year’s gathering? Make your $1,000 minimum gift to the Jewish Federation today!
When: Sunday, January 25 at 4pm
Where: Address provided to those who RSVP.
For more information or to RSVP: Tamara.Zishuk@shalomraleigh.org
School's Out, J's In Teacher Workday Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, January 26 from 9am-5:30pm
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Town Hall with Sam Hershey, WCPSS Board of Education
Program Description: Join us for a conversation with Sam Hershey, a member of the Wake County Public School System Board of Education. We will discuss issues of interest to parents of Jewish children in the school system, including antisemitism, budget priorities, and more.
Where: Event will take place in North Raleigh. Exact details to be provided upon registration.
When: Thursday, January 29 from 7-8:30pm
For more information: Jorie.slodki@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
CCAR Press Speaker Series presents: "Striving to Be Human: Jewish Perspectives on Twenty-First-Century Challenges" (VIRTUAL)
Join CCAR Press to celebrate the release of "Striving to Be Human: Jewish Perspectives on Twenty-First-Century Challenges," edited by Rabbi Leah Cohen Tenenbaum and Rabbi Douglas Kohn. Addressing artificial intelligence, reproductive technologies, moral justice, belonging, and much more, the book is a profound conversation about Jewish values and human dignity in our evolving landscape.
With:
Rabbi Leah Cohen Tenenbaum, Inpatient Palliative Care Chaplain, Yale New Haven Hospital, coeditor
Rabbi Douglas Kohn, Temple Beth Jacob, Newburgh, NY, coeditor
Rabbi Lucy H. F. Dinner, Rabbi Emerita, Temple Beth Or, Raleigh, NC, contributor
Rabbi Geoffrey A. Mitelman, Founding Director, Sinai and Synapses, contributor
Order your copy of the book at http://strivingtobehuman.ccarpress.org
Free and open to the public with registration. Donations to the CCAR enable us to host free events and are greatly appreciated; donate at https://www.ccarnet.org/donate/
Click here to register.
Marvelous Music Presents Nefesh Mountain
The Town of Cary presents as part of its Marvelous Music Series, Nefesh Mountain. The New York based Progressive Americana group has been hailed as one of the formative boundary-pushing ensembles in roots music. The band's creators, Eric Lindberg and Doni Zasloff have created a sound all their own; blurring the lines between Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Jazz and Blues infused with Jewish tradition. For them the music is wholly American, freely expressing their own identities while at the same time addressing many prominent issues that still trouble America and the World today.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4JpW8a54yD77lNQAyis8EL
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuvFuxnqMAOJ_OhaYwCVyLg
Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/46538545/marvelous-music-seriestown-of-cary-presents-nefesh-mountain-cary-cary-arts-center
Website for More Info: https://www.carync.gov/recreation-enjoyment/events/concerts/marvelous-music/mainstage-series
Camp JCC Rishon & Keff Reunion
Program Description: Calling all Rishon and Keff campers! Jump back into camp fun with your friends! Join us at Pump It Up as we welcome the new week with havdalah at 6pm followed by an evening of bouncing, pizza, and camp fun! Don’t forget your socks!
Where: Pump It Up, 10700 World Trade Blvd #112
When: Saturday, January 31 5:00pm-7:00pm
PJ Tu B'Shevat at Walnut Creek Wetland Center
Program Description: Join PJ Library for a joyful, family-friendly celebration of Tu B’Shevat—the birthday of the trees! Together, we’ll explore nature, enjoy a PJ Library story, and take part in hands-on activities inspired by the beauty of the natural world. This program is perfect for young children and their caregivers and offers a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the earth, build community, and enjoy the outdoors.
Where: Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC 27610
When: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 1
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, January 11-February 1
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
Camp JCC Gesher & Sayarim Reunion
Program Description: Strike up some fun, Gesher and Sayarim!
We’re heading to Bowlero for an epic afternoon of bowling, pizza, and arcade games! Each camper gets a $10 arcade card, so get ready to roll, play, and laugh your way through the day!
Where:Bowlero on 5501 Commercial Ave, Raleigh, NC
When: Sunday, February 1 3:00pm-5:00pm
PJ Library at Bumble Brews Play Cafe
Program Description: Come enjoy a relaxed PJ Library hangout at Bumble Brews Play Cafe in Cary! Families with children under 6 are invited to play, connect, and spend time with other local PJ Library families in a fun, kid-friendly space. Space is limited, so all attendees must register in advance to reserve a spot.
Where: 2464 SW Cary Parkway, Cary, NC 27513
When: 4:00pm-6:00pm
JCC Book Club: "The Glassmaker" by Tracy Cheval
Program Description: The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier
From the bestselling historical novelist, a rich, transporting story that follows a family of glassmakers from the height of Renaissance-era Italy to the present day.
It is 1486 and Venice is a wealthy, opulent center for trade. Orsola Rosso is the eldest daughter in a family of glassblowers on Murano, the island revered for the craft. As a woman, she is not meant to work with glass—but she has the hands for it, the heart, and a vision. When her father dies, she teaches herself to make glass beads in secret, and her work supports the Rosso family fortunes.
Skipping like a stone through the centuries, in a Venice where time moves as slowly as molten glass, we follow Orsola and her family as they live through creative triumph and heartbreaking loss, from a plague devastating Venice to Continental soldiers stripping its palazzos bare, from the domination of Murano and its maestros to the transformation of the city of trade into a city of tourists. In every era, the Rosso women ensure that their work, and their bonds, endure.
12:30pm-Bring your non-meat lunch. Drinks & dessert are provided
1:00pm-Book discussion
When: Monday, February 2 at 12:30pm
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members only
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Federation Connections
Program Description: If you're looking to connect with welcoming Jewish folks in your area, come join us for a beverage on us at Eggs Up Grill in Clayton for the Federation Connections! This is your chance to meet the amazing Federation Staff and discover all the fantastic things we have to offer for you and your family.
Where: Eggs Up Grill, 12965 US 70 Business, Clayton, NC 27520
When: Friday, February 6 from 9:30-11:30am
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Come meet with other men in the community and enjoy a great lunch! This month, Michael Weinstein will talk about the Jewish Biker Club.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, February 9 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Registration will open in mid January
NCMA Jewish Film Series: "Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire"
Program Description: This doc is an intimate and unprecedented look into the life and legacy of Elie Wiesel, one of the most profound voices of our time. With exclusive access to Wiesel’s family and personal archives, the film’s creators delve into the passions, struggles, and enduring impact of a man who became a powerful voice for human rights.
A talkback with filmmaker Oren Rudavsky takes place after the screening.
This screening is a part of the Jewish Film Series at the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, East Building, SECU Auditorium, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: Thursday, February 12 from 7-8pm
For more information: help@ncartmuseum.org
Click here to register.
School's Out, J's In Teacher Workday Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, February 16 from 9am-5:30pm
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come join the Ladies Who Lunch for some wonderful food and amazing conversations! This is a great way to meet new people and make a new friend. Our lunch for this month will be at Manchester’s Grill.
Where: Manchester’s Grill, 9101 Leesville Road, Raleigh
When: Tuesday, February 17 from 12-1:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 2
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, February 22-March 15
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
The Great Jigsaw Jam Competition
Program Description: Are you a thrill seeker? Maybe you consider yourself a master of strategy. If either of those things sound like you, then this is the event for you! Doesn’t sound like you? This may still be the place to be. Gather with family or friends as a four-person team and race to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle as quickly and accurately as possible.
You will compete against 11 other teams.
General rules will be as follows:
Each team will receive the same puzzle, which remains a secret until the competition starts.
There is a specified time limit from the time of opening the puzzle to when the clock stops. We are allotting 90 minutes.
No aids or outside assistance is allowed during the competition.
Teams must not distract each other or approach other teams during the competition.
The first team to complete the puzzle or the one with the fewest loose pieces at the end of time, wins.
When: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Time: 7:00-9:30 pm
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus, 12804 Norwood Rd., Raleigh, NC 27613
Cost: JCC Member $15/person, General Community $20/person
For more information: Gena Brown or Leslie Needham at 919-676-6170.
Click here to register.
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 2
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, February 22-March 15
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
JCC Book Club: "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali
Program Description: The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
In 1950s Tehran, seven-year-old Ellie lives in grand comfort until the untimely death of her father, forcing Ellie and her mother to move to a tiny home downtown. Lonely and bearing the brunt of her mother’s endless grievances, Ellie dreams for a friend to alleviate her isolation.
Luckily, on the first day of school, she meets Homa, a kind girl with a brave and irrepressible spirit. Together, the two girls play games, learn to cook in the stone kitchen of Homa’s warm home, wander through the colorful stalls of the Grand Bazaar, and share their ambitions of becoming “lion women.”
But their happiness is disrupted when Ellie and her mother are afforded the opportunity to return to their previous bourgeois life. Now a popular student at the best girls’ high school in Iran, Ellie’s memories of Homa begin to fade. Years later, however, her sudden reappearance in Ellie’s privileged world alters the course of both of their lives.
Together, the two young women come of age and pursue their own goals for meaningful futures. But as the political turmoil in Iran builds to a breaking point, one earth-shattering betrayal will have enormous consequences.
12:30pm-Bring your non-meat lunch. Drinks & dessert are provided
1:00pm-Book discussion
When: Monday, March 2 at 12:30pm
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members only
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
School's Out, J's In Teacher Workday Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesday, March 3 from 9am-5:30pm
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Western Wake Speaker Lunch: Sharon Kurtzman Author of The Lost Baker of Vienna
Join our Western Wake Speakers Luncheon featuring Sharon Kurtzman, author of The Lost Baker of Vienna, a historical novel inspired by the author’s family’s untold Holocaust-era past. Sharon Kurtzman will give a presentation about the book, her family’s history, and the creative process behind the novel. There will be books available for purchase and Sharon will be available to sign copies following the talk.
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 2
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, February 22-March 15
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Come meet with other men in the community and enjoy a great lunch! This month, Mike Frank will talk about his passion for collecting sports cards.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, February 9 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Registration will open in mid January
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
NCMA Jewish Film Series: "All About the Levkoviches"
Program Description: All about the Levkoviches (2024), directed by Ádám Breier, 1 hr. 25 min., Drama
A generous but stubborn boxing coach, Tamás, gets along well with everyone but his own son. They have not spoken since the boy, Iván, moved to Israel and became religious in an orthodox community. When Tamás’s beloved wife, Zsuzsa, dies unexpectedly, Tamás agrees with his son that he can come and sit shibah in his house as long as he brings his grandson, Ariel, with him.
As past conflicts resurface, they embark on an unexpected journey of self-reflection and reconciliation. Father and son are not just obliged to face their old grievances during the one-week religious mourning but to help Ariel deal with his own grief and his obsession that Grandma’s spirit is still in the house.
This screening is a part of the Jewish Film Series at the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, East Building, SECU Auditorium, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: Thursday, March 12 from 7-8pm
For more information: help@ncartmuseum.org
Click here to register.
JCC Travels to Virginia Holocaust Museum
JCC Travels to The Virginia Holocaust Museum in Richmond. Registration fee includes, bus transportation, snacks, museum ticket and docent led tour. Lunch at Pearly's Deli is at your own cost.
Established in 1997, the Virginia Holocaust Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the Holocaust. We honor the victims, celebrate the survivors, and strive to educate all our visitors about the dangers of prejudice and complacency to prevent such atrocities from happening again.
Priority Registration for JCC members until January 14.
JCC Members - $75
General Community - $95
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 2
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, February 22-March 15
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come join the Ladies Who Lunch for some wonderful food and amazing conversations! This is a great way to meet new people and make a new friend. Our lunch for this month will be at Bosphorus.
Where: Bosphorus, 329 N Harrison Avenue, Cary
When: Tuesday, March 17 from 12-1:00pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
School's Out, J's In Teacher Workday Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Friday, March 20 from 9am-5:30pm
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Camp JCC Spring Break Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Camp JCC Spring Break Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Camp JCC Spring Break Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Camp JCC Spring Break Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
NCMA Jewish Film Series: "Shttl"
Program Description: Shttl (2022), directed by Ady Walter, 1 hr. 54 min., drama
On the eve of the 1941 Nazi invasion, a young aspiring filmmaker returns from Kyiv to his rural village on the border between Ukraine and Poland. He is expected to marry the rabbi’s daughter. Instead, he plans to run away with his true love who is engaged to another man, disrupting the balance of the whole town. In one unflinching shot, this film presents a day in the life of a Jewish village before it disappears.
This screening is a part of the Jewish Film Series at the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, East Building, SECU Auditorium, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: Thursday, April 16 from 7-8pm
For more information: help@ncartmuseum.org
Click here to register.
Triangle Wide Yom Ha'Atzmaut Celebration
Program Description: We are partnering with our friends at Jewish for Good to celebrate Israel Independence Day!
When: Sunday. April 26 from 2-5pm
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Federation Connection
Program Description: Come enjoy a scoop of ice cream on us and meet other Jewish families in the area.
Where: Scoop Ice Cream at Willow Oak Farms, 1510 Lafayette Road, Fuquay Varina, 27526
When: Tuesday,January 20 from 12-1:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Registration will open in early spring
Camp JCC Rishon (rising Kindergarten) Information Meeting
Give your little one the ultimate summer adventure! Camp JCC Rishon Unit is designed for fun and friendship, with activities that spark imagination and curiosity for campers entering Kindergarten in Fall 2026. Watch your child thrive in a safe and supportive environment, making memories that will last a lifetime.
Camp JCC provides an ideal setting to learn:
Kindergarten readiness skills
Using a carpool system
Separation from parents
Making friends
Trying new things
Learning to swim
Age appropriate Jewish learning
Join our Zoom info session on January 19 at 8pm to learn more about our program and to meet our Simone Portnoy, our Rishon Unit Head.
Click here to register for our Zoom meeting.
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 1
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, January 11-February 1
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
JCC Pickleball Winter Value League
Program Description: If you are looking for a welcoming introduction to competitive play without the pressure to perform at a high level, this league is for you! These unique offerings provide the opportunity for regular, coach-organized competitive play along with helpful coach guidance on rules and scoring. Show up with a basic understanding of rules and scoring and be prepared to have fun and increase your confidence over time!
Where: Sports Pavilion at David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm
NCMA Jewish Film Series: "Art Spiegelman: Disaster Is My Muse"
Program Description: Art Spiegelman: Disaster Is My Muse provides intimate access to the man and mind who revolutionized the art form of comics. Spiegelman proves an eloquent guide through his provocative work, along with contemporaries and younger cartoonists inspired by Spiegelman’s unflinching confrontation with personally traumatic themes.
Stay after the film for a talkback with directors Molly Bernstein and Philip Dolin.
This screening is a part of the Jewish Film Series at the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, East Building, SECU Auditorium, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: Thursday, January 15 from 7-8pm
For more information: help@ncartmuseum.org
Click here to register.
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Click here to register.
Effective Discipline: Gentle Methods, Powerful Results
This webinar features Hunter Clarke-Fields, bestselling author of Raising Good Humans and host of the Mindful Parenting podcast. She brings a compassionate, practical approach to parenting—one that replaces reactive cycles with calm, connection-based discipline.
You'll learn how to:
· Respond to behavior without reacting with anger
· Replace punishment with teaching moments that stick
· Build connection and cooperation, even during meltdowns
· Become the calm, confident leader your child needs
This program is available to the Greater Raleigh Jewish Community at no cost, thanks to the Lisa and Steven Feierstein Charitable Foundation.
Please use Coupon Code NC18 and click apply when registering to attend this program at no cost.
This is a virtual program. The link will be provided upon registration.
JCC Speaker Lunch: "Labzik: Tales of a Yiddish, Communist Dog"
Program Description: "Labzik: Tales of a Yiddish, Communist Dog" with Jorie Slodki
In the Great Depression, a man steps off the subway at a Bronx station and finds a dog--cold and lonely, a note pinned to his collar, "This is Labzik. Please, take him home." This is the opening of Labzik: Tales of a Clever Pup, a 1935 Yiddish-language storybook for children by communist author Chaver Paver. As Labzik and his new family do what they can to help their neighbors, they must confront big issues that remain relevant 90 years later, including police violence, food insecurity, and racism. The story of Labzik, a revolutionary puppy, and his political ideals have found relevance and new popularity in today's times.
Yiddishist Jorie Slodki, promotes Yiddish language and culture at Jewish organizations throughout the Triangle, giving lectures on the history of Yiddish and Yiddish theater, and is the founder of "The Alright-niks," a Yiddish conversation group in the Triangle. Jorie earned her BA at Indiana University, where she had a minor in Yiddish. She is the Content Manager of the Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh and lives in Raleigh with her husband and her dog that she named after Labzik.
12:30 box lunches
1:00 program
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Wednesday, January 14 from 12:30-2:15pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
JCC Pickleball Winter Value League
Program Description: If you are looking for a welcoming introduction to competitive play without the pressure to perform at a high level, this league is for you! These unique offerings provide the opportunity for regular, coach-organized competitive play along with helpful coach guidance on rules and scoring. Show up with a basic understanding of rules and scoring and be prepared to have fun and increase your confidence over time!
Where: Sports Pavilion at David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Click here to register.
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Come meet with other men in the community and enjoy a great lunch! This month, Tai Chi instructor Sharon Mills will discuss the background, benefits and sample of Tai Chi exercises.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, January 12 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 1
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, January 11-February 1
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
JCC Pickleball Winter Value League
Program Description: If you are looking for a welcoming introduction to competitive play without the pressure to perform at a high level, this league is for you! These unique offerings provide the opportunity for regular, coach-organized competitive play along with helpful coach guidance on rules and scoring. Show up with a basic understanding of rules and scoring and be prepared to have fun and increase your confidence over time!
Where: Sports Pavilion at David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Click here to register.
PJ Library at Piney Town Playhouse
Program Description: Join PJ Library for a cozy meet and greet at Piney Town Playhouse! Families with children under 7 are invited to play, connect, and meet our new Southern pod leader, Rachel, along with other local PJ Library families. Space is limited to 15 children, so registration is required for all attendees—be sure to save your spot early!
Where: Piney Town Play House 1520 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
When: January 7, 10am-12pm
Dayenu presents: "Developing Your Skills at Countering Climate Misinformation and Disinformation" (VIRTUAL)
Developing your Skills at Countering Climate Misinformation and Disinformation
This zoom program will offer a brief overview of the differences between misinformation and disinformation. We will discuss effective countering communication strategies and focus on how to respond to mis/disinformation being shared on social media, statements by the current anti-climate administration and in conversations with family and colleagues. Participants will practice addressing mis/disinformation and we will provide feedback to each other. If you can, bring examples of faulty information about climate that you have encountered and would like us to counter. The zoom link will be sent to you once you sign up.
By Phyllis Blumberg of the Jewish Earth Alliance and Masorti Environmental Sustainability Yishuv Olam (Preserving a Habitable World) lay leader
After a satisfying academic career as professor, faculty coach and administrator, Phyllis now devotes full time to advocating for reducing the effects of the climate crisis and helping people understand how this existential threat is affecting them and their future generations. Trained by the professionals at the Union of Concerned Scientists and the Sierra Club on how best to handle Climate Misinformation and Disinformation, she is active offering trainings to environmental organizations that are working at the local, state, and national levels. Phyllis is on the Steering Committee for the Jewish Earth Alliance and is the environmental suitability advocate for her conservative synagogue, Beth Am Israel, Penn Valley, PA.
This program is sponsored by the Dayenu Triangle Circle. dayenutriangle@gmail.com
Register to receive Zoom link.
Click here to register.
JCC Pickleball Winter Value League
Program Description: If you are looking for a welcoming introduction to competitive play without the pressure to perform at a high level, this league is for you! These unique offerings provide the opportunity for regular, coach-organized competitive play along with helpful coach guidance on rules and scoring. Show up with a basic understanding of rules and scoring and be prepared to have fun and increase your confidence over time!
Where: Sports Pavilion at David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm
Western Wake Speaker Lunch: "To Laugh! Jews and Humor: A 5000-Year-Old Love Story"
Program Description: "To Laugh! Jews and Humor: A 5000-Year-Old Love Story" with Janis Zaremba
It is difficult to determine whether laughter or tears has been the most constant companion of the Jewish people during the 5,000 year journey. Either way, over the years - and especially the last 200 - jocularity has become an indispensable piece of our culture and survival tools.
Janis Zaremba is a valued community leader and educator. She was instrumental in bringing the Melton course of study to the area and received the Florence Melton Award for exemplifying the core values upon which the Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning was founded. Janis has held numerous leadership roles in our community at various synagogues, and most recently with the Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh as part of the Jewish Community Relations Council. She has educated adults and children alike and will be embarking on a new series with several partners at Beth Meyer Synagogue in the new year called, Fight Like a Mensch. Janis, along with her husband, John, raised three amazing children, right here in Raleigh.
When: Tuesday, January 6 from 12-2pm
Where: Beth Shalom, 5713 Yates Mill Pond Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
Cost: JCC Members $10, General Community $18
For more information contact: gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Click here to register.
JCC Book Club: "The Third Daughter" by Talia Carner
Program Description: The Third Daughter by Talia Carner
The Third Daughter by Talia Carner, is a remarkable work of historical fiction based on true but little-known events surrounding the thousands of young Jewish women trafficked into prostitution at the turn of the 20th century, and whose subjugation helped build the city of Buenos Aires.
12:30pm-Bring your non-meat lunch. Drinks & dessert are provided
1:00pm-Book discussion
When: Monday, January 5 at 12:30pm
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members only
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
School's Out, J's In Teacher Workday Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Friday, January 2 from 9am-5:30pm
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
PJ Library Hanukkah Party
Program Description: Celebrate the Festival of Lights with PJ Library! Join us for a warm and joyful Hanukkah party designed especially for young children and their families. Enjoy classic Hanukkah treats like latkes and sufganiyot, get creative with holiday crafts and hands-on activities, and gather for a cozy PJ Library story time that brings the Hanukkah magic to life. This is the perfect way to celebrate the season, meet other PJ Library families, and create lasting memories together. Everyone is welcome–bring your holiday spirit and get ready to shine!
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Sunday, December 21 from 10-11:30am
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
NCMA Jewish Film Series: "Bad Shabbos"
Program Description: David and his fiancée Meg are about to have their parents meet for the first time over a Shabbat dinner on New York’s Upper West Side when an accidental death (or murder?) gets in the way. With Meg’s Catholic parents due any moment, this family dinner soon spirals into a hilarious disaster.
Stay after the film for a talkback with Bad Shabbos screenwriter Zack Weiner.
This screening is a part of the Jewish Film Series at the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, East Building, SECU Auditorium, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: Thursday, December 18 from 7-8pm
For more information: help@ncartmuseum.org
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2025 Dreidel Exchange
Program Description: Join the annual Community Dreidel Exchange, hosted this year by Temple Beth Or. Bring a gift-wrapped, decorative dreidel valued at no more than $36.00 to exchange. Refreshments will be provided.
Where: Temple Beth Or, 5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
When: Wednesday, December 17 from 6:30-8:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
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Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Join the Ladies Who Lunch for a Hanukkah Celebration!
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesday, December 16 from 12-2pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
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Men's Lunch
Program Description: Come meet with other men in the community and enjoy a great lunch! This month we are having a Hanukkah celebration!
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Thursday, December 11 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
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Annual Meeting
Program Description: Join us for a night of celebration and connection!
All community members are invited to the Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh’s 2025 Annual Meeting & Board of Trustees Installation, featuring keynote speaker Bruce Gourlie, Regional Security Advisor with the Secure Community Network (SCN).
Come celebrate our incoming Board of Trustees and honor this year’s outstanding Connection, Care, and Community award recipients. Let’s come together to reflect, celebrate, and look ahead to another inspiring year for Jewish Greater Raleigh!
Connection Award: Sally Zenick
Care Award: Tina and Hal Marcus
Community Award: Judah Segal
2026 Board of Trustees
Officers (Executive Committee)
Deborah Rosenzweig, President
Open - First Vice President
Robin Talley, Secretary
Erin Kramer, VP Strategic Planning
Amy Bush**, VP Development
Eric Lamb, VP Governance
Sarah Moessinger, VP Finance
**Past President
At-Large Board Members
Justin Bender
Seth Cohen
Jamie Eliahu**
Debbie Granick
Mat Krantz
Linda Mildwurf
Eric Morse
**Past President
Incoming At-Large Board Members
Yakov Aingorn
Jacquelline Deitch
Scott Finkelstein
Lori Howell
Uri Krieger
Mindy Oberhardt
Ex-Officio Member
Craig Meddin*
*Immediate Past President
Lifetime Honorary Board Members
Carole Guld
Doug Kahn
Eileen Schwartz (z”l)
When: Wednesday, December 10 from 6:30-8:30pm
6:30pm – Light Refreshments
7:00 – Meeting begins
Where: Temple Beth Or, 5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
For more information: beth.richman@shalomraleigh.org
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JCC Speaker Lunch: “The Indian-Jewish Heritage and Identity”
Program Description: “The Indian-Jewish Heritage and Identity” with Tom Eyal Rizman, Israeli Community Emissary
Indian Jewry has a long and rich history, from their ancient communities of Mumbai, Cochin, and Kolkata to the immigration of Indian Jews to Israel and the unique ways they have preserved and reshaped their Indian traditions there. Blending history with his personal life, Tom offers a look into growing up as an Indian-Israeli and carrying that heritage into the wider Jewish world. His presentation includes cultural anecdotes, family stories, and reflections on belonging, identity, and pride within the global Jewish mosaic.
Hailing from Be’er Sheva, Israel, Tom Eyal Rizman is part of a proud Indian-Jewish family with roots in Mumbai and Karachi. His grandparents immigrated to Israel in the 1950’s joining the vibrant Indian-Jewish community in the south of Israel. Through his work, Tom seeks to strengthen cultural bridges between Israelis and American Jews, sharing stories, traditions, and diverse expressions of Israeli and Indian identity. Tom serves as the shaliach (Israeli Community Emissary) at Jewish for Good in Durham.
12:30 box lunches
1:00 program
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Wednesday, December 10 from 12:30-2:15pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
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