Happy Purim - Can you believe it’s that time of year? The JCC's Purim Carnival is happening on Sunday, March 17, and we need you to help us make this year's event a success! Many hands make little work, and volunteers make this carnival so special! To join in the fun please contact Natalie@jcc-asheville.org and indicate which shift(s) you prefer. Purim Carnival Sunday, March 17, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM – 2 hour shifts available Come join the fun while helping us run carnival ... → read more
Raise Money for the JCC When You Shop at Amazon!
The Asheville JCC is now on Amazon Smile. AmazonSmile is a way for customers to support their favorite charitable organization every time they shop with Amazon. Shoppers who start at smile.amazon.com will find the same Amazon they're familiar with, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the price of eligible purchases to the Asheville JCC! Signing up is easy! Here's how to shop AmazonSmile: 1. Visit smile.amazon.com 2. Sign in with your Amazon.com ... → read more
Become an Adviser for BBYO
BBYO is the leading pluralistic Jewish teen movement aspiring to involve more Jewish teens in more meaningful Jewish experiences. With a network of hundreds of chapters across North America and in 42 countries around the world, BBYO reaches over 80,000 teens annually and serves as the Jewish community’s largest and most valuable platform for delivering fun, meaningful and affordable experiences that inspire a lasting connection to the Jewish people. BBYO advisors serve as positive role models ... → read more
The 24th Session of the Israeli Book Club Focused on The Lie by Hesh Kestin
The following is a description of the discussion that took place at the Israeli Book Club of the novel The Lie, by Hesh Kestin. This description is written by club member, David Leader. Yesterday, 4 of us met for the 24th session of the JCC Israel Book Club, at CBHT at 9:30 a.m. Our book for this month was The Lie, by Hesh Kestin. Book club member Steve led a fascinating and sometimes controversial discussion, starting with the scant biographical information available for this ... → read more
Chanukah Live THIS WEEKEND
Don't miss Chanukah Live, happening Sunday, December 2, Featuring: • The Great Firetruck Gelt Drop! • Home Depot Chanukah Workshop! • Adult wine tasting! • Music and Dancing • Lighting of the annual Giving Menorah • Latkes and Sufganiyot • Chanukah Attractions • Greetings from Jewish Community Leaders RIBBON CUTTING & OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE NEW CHABAD HOUSE For more information: chabadasheville.org/chanukahlive or call 828-505-0746 Free Admission, Open to the ... → read more
Nominate This Year’s Outstanding Volunteer and Employee of the Year!
JCC members and staff are invited to submit nominations for our annual recognition awards, the Phil Cohen Outstanding Volunteer and the JCC Employee of the Year, at the JCC's annual membership meeting on Sunday, January 20. Nominations are due by Friday, December 7. Phil Cohen Outstanding Volunteer Award Exemplifying the best of volunteerism, a sense of caring and responsibility for others. Click here to submit your nomination for Phil Cohen Outstanding Volunteer. JCC Employee of the Year ... → read more
Falafel 5K Sponsors Needed!
You can download the following information here. Dear Friends: Thank you very much for being a part of the vibrant business community in Asheville. We realize that you are often asked to support local non-profits and we thank you for your generous support of our amazing community! I am writing to invite your involvement in the JCC's 12th annual road race, The Falafel SK, on May 19, 2019. This event has multiple goals of equal importance: ► To build community while celebrating our ... → read more
Early Learning Framework Exclusive to JCCs
Read More about the Sheva Framework here. ... → read more
ETUDE 22: MEDITATION on the ALEPH-BET Choreography by Idelle Packer
In collaboration with dancers: Isabel Bowser, Phillipe Coquet, Carole-Anne Cordero, Christine Josephine, Nathan Morrison, Idelle Packer, Rio Fiore, Travis Robb, Lane Wagner, Anne Wainer. Live original music by Elon DeHaro with Danny Blose, lighting and screen images by Josh Finck, and set design by Peter Belt Saturday, November 17 - Monday, November 19 7:30pm nightly performances; Sunday 3pm and 7:30 Congregation Beth HaTephila Dave Family Social Hall, 43 N. Liberty at Broad Street, ... → read more
JCC HANUKKAH 8K AMBASSADORS NEEDED
The JCC needs help from our active friends to spread the word about the newest and coolest race to hit Asheville this winter: the JCC’s Hanukkah 8K! In order to qualify to become a JCC Hanukkah 8K Ambassador, all you need is an active lifestyle, be that one of running, biking, swimming, walking, yoga, or whatever your choice of exercise is, and a Facebook or Instagram account. WHAT’S A JCC HANUKKAH 8K AMBASSADOR? As a JCC Hanukkah 8K Ambassador, you will be asked to help promote ... → read more
