The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, located on Forbes Avenue in Squirrel Hill, provides community members of all ages and beliefs a spacious facility to relax, enhance their spirituality, exercise their bodies, and feel a part of something greater.
Not only does the center provide a home-away-from-home for members, but events are held frequently throughout the year for the whole community. This weekend, the JCC will be celebrating Purim, with a carnival event complete with a DJ, face painting, an inflatable obstacle course, a magic show, and so much more. Visit here for more information and to purchase tickets.
The JCC of Greater Pittsburgh President and CEO Jason Kunzman described the impact of the JCC and why it's important to the Squirrel Hill community and beyond.
"The JCC serves as a vital hub for our community, fostering connection, identity, and a sense of belonging. It's not just a facility; it's a place where people come together to celebrate traditions, engage in cultural and educational activities, and support one another. Inspired by Jewish values, we want all our neighbors to feel like they can come to the JCC and find a place where they belong. Whether it's a weekly workout class, or just catching up with a friend after a swim, we take great pride in the connects made in our buildings."
You don't have to identify with Judaism to become a member of the JCC and take advantage of all the community center has to offer. Membership packages and rates are decided upon in conjuction with the JCC staff so that the potential member finds a monthly package that suits them, while their age, goals, and more are considered.
With two locations, one in Squirrel Hill and the other in the South Hills, the JCC provides to the entire Pittsburgh community. Annie Shroeder, the marketing and communications coordinator with the JCC, described the community center, with all of its various facets included.
"For more than 128 years, the JCC has enriched our community by creating an environment rooted in Jewish values that strengthens the physical, intellectual and spiritual well-being of individuals and families.
Comprehensive programming includes child care and preschool, after-school and school's-out programs, day and overnight camping, senior adult activities, fitness and wellness programs, special needs services, arts and cultural activities including a nationally-accredited Jewish museum and scores of programs for all ages and interests.
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The JCC houses state-of-the-art fitness and wellness facilities, heated indoor swimming pools and an Olympic-size outdoor pool for summer use, gymnasiums, outdoor playgrounds, auditoriums, dance studios, classrooms and meeting areas.
Last year we were able to provide $2.3 Million dollars in financial assistance toward scholarships, serve more than 30,000 meals to seniors across two locations, and had 10,000 participants in classes across both JCC locations."
If you're interested in becoming a member of the JCC and taking advantage of all the organization has to offer, please visit its website and schedule a tour to find a membership package that works for you.
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