The Giving Initiative for Teens wrapped up an amazing year with a grant ceremony on May 27, distributing more than $28,000 to local non-profits.
Category: Faces of the J
The Light + Connection of Shabbat
The weekly ritual of Shabbat is an opportunity to slow down for a self-care moment. Chava Mirel, a local Jewish vocalist and prayer leader, calls it “a perfect nexus between joy and peace.” Chava sees that peace and joy play…
Welcoming a New Author Home
When first-time author Karen Treiger was ready to share her new book with the world, she knew the Stroum Jewish Community Center would be a meaningful venue. Karen has been connected to the J for 50 years — since she…
Faces of the J: Rockfeld Family
"The J has been an important part of our boys' lives since the day we moved to Mercer Island (when our oldest was 1 year old, 10 years ago). They both attended ECS where they got their introduction to the…
Family + Community Connections at the J
The J is a place where generations of families come together to learn, laugh, play, and celebrate. The spirit of “l’dor v’dor”, from generation to generation, is felt throughout our community. From our grandparent and grandkid music class earlier this week led by…
Hands-On Learning at ECS Truck Day
Ask any of the kids in the J’s Early Childhood School—and even some of the parents—what their favorite day is, and chances are good they’ll say Truck Day. This annual event is pure joy. Vehicles from around the region fill…
Friendship, Fitness Beyond Studio
Mark Madden was never an exercise class guy. He used to walk the hills in downtown Seattle on his lunchbreaks, but once he retired, his doctor told him needed to find new ways to stay active. That’s when he did…
Faces of the J: Friendship + Fitness Beyond the Exercise Studio
Mark Madden was never an exercise class guy. He used to walk the hills in downtown Seattle on his lunchbreaks, but once he retired, his doctor told him needed to find new ways to stay active. That’s when he…
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Baking Beyond His Years
The J’s Great Challah Contest attracted bakers of all ages — from 20-year veterans to preschoolers in our Early Childhood School. One of the youngest contestants was 13-year-old Alex Sayres. He may only be a teenager, but he’s no newcomer…
From Preschool to “I Do”
Did Emily and Aaron Alhadeff’s parents realize they were matchmaking when they decided to send their kids to the SJCC Early Childhood School? Probably not, says Aaron with a laugh—it just turned out to be an added bonus. The couple…