The lessons learned through recreation often continue long after the activity itself ends. At JCC Indianapolis, we believe sports can teach lessons that last a lifetime, and tennis is a great example. While it helps participants stay active and improve physical fitness, it also encourages habits and skills that support lifelong participation in recreation and […]

As we close out the week, I find myself reflecting on one of the highlights of the past several days: the first meeting of our JCC Hand in Hand Annual Campaign Task Force. Led by JCC Past Board Chair Katy Cantor and JCC Board member Suzanne Rothenberg, this dedicated group has already begun laying the […]

Swimming is one of the few activities that combines fitness, recreation, and stress relief in a way that benefits people of all ages. At JCC Indianapolis, our pools provide opportunities for children, teens, adults, and seniors to stay active while enjoying the physical and mental health benefits of spending time in the water. Whether you’re […]

At 7:41 a.m. on Thursday, I received a text letting me know that the JCC had lost power. As inconveniences go, it was a pretty significant one. We were in the first week of camp, transitioning classrooms in our Early Childhood Education center, and navigating one of the busiest times of year for membership, aquatics, […]

As Memorial Day approaches, it offers an opportunity for reflection, gratitude, and community connection. At JCC Indianapolis, we recognize the importance of honoring the service and sacrifice of those who came before us while also creating opportunities for families and friends to spend meaningful time together. Across generations, Memorial Day serves as a reminder of […]

Everywhere I turn at our JCC lately, I see people building something together. A few weeks ago, I asked many of you to share your stories. What came back was extraordinary: stories of friendship, healing, belonging, growth, tradition, and connection. Again and again, one truth emerged. In moments when life felt fractured or uncertain, people […]

As the petals bloom and the world awakens with new life, there’s no better time than spring to give back to your community. At JCC Indianapolis, we offer a variety of volunteer opportunities that not only contribute to a strong sense of connection but also foster personal growth and development. We believe in the power […]

For the past 18 months, I’ve had the honor of telling stories — stories about our JCC, community, and the people who make it what it is. Some of those stories have been yours. And they’ve stayed with me. But the truth is, I know they are only a small glimpse. Because every single day, […]

As we move toward Shabbat, I’ve been thinking about what it truly means to build community not in the abstract, but in the small, tangible ways we show up for one another. The conversations we have, moments we share, the ways we create something meaningful together, even when the world around us can feel fragmented. […]

As we move toward Shabbat, I’ve been sitting with two emails I received over the past few weeks in response to Friday messages I had written. On the surface, they came from very different perspectives — but together, they tell a powerful story about who we are as a JCC community. One was from a member […]