Sharing the Light of Chanukah at the JCC
As we prepare to begin Chanukah — a holiday that celebrates the power of small lights to push back great darkness — I’ve been thinking a lot about where light shows up in our community. Not only in the menorah we light in Celebration Plaza on campus, but in the daily acts of dedication, kindness, […]
I’ve Been Dreaming Lately…
Dear JCC Indianapolis Members and Friends, I’ve been dreaming lately. This a-ha came to me this past week when I crossed paths with one of our most generous supporters, a member who is deeply passionate about our JCC.He noted for me that this week’s Torah portion, which will be read tomorrow on Shabbat in synagogues […]
December at JCC Indianapolis: Energize, Give & Engage
December has a special energy at JCC Indianapolis. Lights fill the building, members reconnect after holiday travel, and a fresh wave of determination builds as the New Year approaches. It’s the perfect moment to revisit your wellness goals—or start new ones—and enjoy the spirit of celebration that makes this season feel so meaningful.
Your Generosity, Our Gratitude: A Thanksgiving Message
Dear JCC Indianapolis Members and Friends: As we approached Thanksgiving — grounding ourselves in gratitude, reflection, and the simple act of gathering — I thought about what it means to pause and truly take stock of our blessings. During the month of November, those blessings showed up at our JCC in ways I didn’t expect, […]
What a Fitness Class Taught Me About Gratitude
My first job at a JCC was as a group fitness instructor. More specifically, I taught cycling classes. While I hung up my clip-in cycling shoes several years ago, I am often reminded of the power of group fitness classes. Just last week, Hand in Hand Co-Chair Katy Cantor and I attended the Aqua Aerobics group’s […]
Roll Tide Meets Go Hoosiers: Send Help
The truth is I didn’t know what to expect. I thought — and confidentially, I hoped — that college football was behind me. Ever since I was growing up in Birmingham, AL, I was the oddball among my friends and family — the girl who had no interest in college football, never greeted people with […]
When the Game Ends, the Memories Begin
“I want to sleep with my trophy,” my son Max said as he climbed into bed Tuesday evening, his eyes still bright from our JCC’s Youth Soccer Banquet. His small hands clutched the shiny gold trophy. For him, it was magical. This fall, under the leadership of Membership & Recreation Director Ethan Cohen, the JCC […]
Fall Into Community: November Happenings at JCC Indianapolis
JCC Indianapolis invites you to connect, give, and grow as autumn arrives in the Circle City. From inspiring programs to community service and fitness opportunities, November is filled with ways to celebrate gratitude and a sense of belonging.
A Week Filled with Meaning, Connection, and Heart
On Thursday evening, I slipped into the back of the Laikin Auditorium just before one of our Ann Katz Festival of Books & Arts authors began to speak. As people found their seats, I noticed two members — one who has been part of our JCC for decades and another who just joined this year — […]
Discover, Give, and Grow This Season at the JCC Indianapolis
As autumn transitions into the holiday season, there’s never been a better time to connect, give back, and grow at the JCC Indianapolis. From inspiring arts and cultural events to energizing fitness programs and exciting youth leagues, this season is packed with opportunities to engage your mind, body, and spirit.