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The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh announced that CEO Brian Schreiber (left) will transition to a new role in the agency Sept 1, 2023. Jason Kunzman was succeed him in the role. Photo provided by JCC of Greater Pittsburgh.
March 10, 2023, 12:18 pm
JCC announces transition plan for President and CEO Brian Schreiber
"The agency," Schreiber said, "is an amazing place. Any way that I can contribute to it without serving as the CEO is a real privilege."
By David Rullo
Seniors enjoying lunch at J Café in Squirrel Hill (Photo courtesy of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh)
February 9, 2023, 2:17 pm
AgeWell at the JCC expands to South Hills
Low-cost kosher-style meals, wellness programming, educational opportunities
By Toby Tabachnick
Volunteers from the South Hills Jewish community prepare items for food pantries on Mitzvah Day, 2017. (Photo provided by the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh)
December 15, 2022, 9:40 am
Federation sponsors Mini Mitzvah Day
Volunteers can donate blood and cans of food at the Squirrel Hill and South Hills JCCs.
By Toby Tabachnick
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh in Squirrel Hill. Photo courtesy of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
August 29, 2022, 3:24 pm
JCC seeking to hire teen interns
Teen interns will take part in monthly skill-building workshops, and will help with Israel engagement and steering committees.
By Justin Vellucci
Pittsburgh’s 2019 delegation celebrates at the Maccabi Games (Photo provided by Fara Marcus via the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh)
July 15, 2022, 3:58 pm
Pittsburghers head to San Diego for the 2022 Maccabi Games
As the July 31 kickoff in San Diego approaches, Pittsburgh’s delegation is getting ready for the competition’s 40th iteration.
By Ethan Beck
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh in Squirrel Hill. Photo courtesy of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
June 15, 2022, 2:31 pm
JCC to participate in Summer Food Service Program
The program will provide milk, lunches and a snack
By Toby Tabachnick
(Image by MirelaSchenk from Pixabay)
May 26, 2022, 9:55 am
JCC collecting new stuffed animals and books for children of Uvalde
Donations can be dropped off at the Squirrel Hill or South Hills JCC.
(Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay)
May 25, 2022, 4:56 pm
Federation to sponsor free active threat training at JCC
The training will be led by David Wright, a retired police officer with more than 25 years of experience.
Seniors enjoying lunch at J Café in Squirrel Hill (Photo courtesy of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh)
April 29, 2022, 12:03 pm
J Café reopens in-person dining for seniors
In-person lunch program resumes May 2
Healing Ink provided tattoos as a way to heal for those connected with the Oct. 27 massacre at the Tree of Life building. Photo by David Rullo
February 25, 2022, 12:40 pm
Tattoo organization helps Pittsburghers heal from 10/27 trauma
"To feel like I’ve done just a tiny bit to help offset that hate and help heal some of the people affected by that, it’s one of the most important things I’ve ever done.”
By David Rullo
Rabbi Ron Symons leads a discussion with members of J Line. (Photo courtesy of Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh)
December 21, 2021, 3:18 pm
Rethinking the brave new world of Jewish teen education
“There’s a recommendation that if you’re doing the same thing you were five years ago, you’re probably doing it wrong,” he said.
By David Rullo
Hillel Academy, like other local and national day schools and religious schools, has struggled to find teachers over the last several years. (Photo by Toby Tabachnick)
December 3, 2021, 11:17 am
COVID outbreaks hit day schools and childcare centers
Outbreaks are under control, say school officials
By Justin Vellucci
Former JCC staffer Alan Mallinger delivers lunches to homebound older adults via Elder Express. Photo courtesy of Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
October 9, 2021, 8:34 pm
JCC thanks staff with day of wellness and renewal
Employees acknowledged for working 'above and beyond' during pandemic
By Adam Reinherz
Beth El Congregation of the South Hills Rabbi Alex Greenbaum and Temple Emanuel of South Hills Rabbi Aaron Meyer.
August 24, 2021, 2:03 pm
Beth El and Temple Emanuel collaborate on new South Hills teen experience
JCC will continue its South Hills J Line program
By David Rullo
Fire and friendship combine at South Hills Day Camp. Photos courtesy of Emma Curtis via Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh.
July 16, 2021, 3:50 pm
JCC camps lead Initiative for National Camp Kindness Day
Rabbi Ron Symons: “Kindness is not a one day effort, and neither is our project.”
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