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At the Merage JCC, our Pilates program is more than a workout—it’s a community. 

Summer is calling and Vacay at the J is back for 2025! Our signature summer celebration combines the best of outdoor activities, engaging games, refreshing water fun, STEAM activities and so much more. What makes Vacay at the J so special is that it is an all in one spectacular poolside experience that's perfect for the whole family. Picture this: the sun is shining, kids are splashing in the pool, families are gathered under one of our several pavilions enjoying the laughter, music and the ...

This month, JStage is proud to bring The Sound of Music to life on our stage—a production beloved for its music and charm, but also deeply rooted in powerful, enduring themes that feel especially timely today.

Today JCCs are stepping up as modern-day town squares to combat the rising tide of Jew-hatred. While they might not be the first organizations that come to mind in this front-line fight, JCCs are uniquely positioned as welcoming hubs of Jewish life and engagement, reaching deep within the Jewish community and far beyond.

In the heart of the Israeli calendar lies a sequence of days where a nation pauses, remembers, mourns, and celebrates. These days, spanning from Yom HaShoah to Yom HaZikaron and culminating in Yom Ha’atzmaut, form a thread binding past to present and tragedy to triumph.

Passover, or Pesach, isn’t just a story from the past—it’s the Jewish people’s “master story” of moving from slavery to freedom.

Purim is one of the most joyous holidays in the Jewish calendar—filled with costumes, hamantaschen, and playful celebrations. But at its core, Purim is also a story of resilience, courage, and the power of standing up for what is right.

The Blue Zones teach us that longevity isn’t just about genetics—it’s about lifestyle. The Merage JCC is committed to creating an environment that fosters movement, connection, purpose, and well-being.

Tu B’Shevat teaches us to see trees as more than just plants—they offer valuable life lessons

For 472 days, the Merage JCC and our community at large have held Israel and the Jewish people in our hearts and minds, praying for an agreement that would bring the hostages—kidnapped on October 7, 2023—safely home and mark a turning point toward ending the devastating war that has continued ever since. The ceasefire agreement brings immense relief and offers a vital step forward. It allows the healing process to begin for so many families of hostages and, hopefully, provides a ...