Community Calendar To list an event in the Community Calendar, submit your information on our website, www.jewishlehighvalley.org, under the “Upcoming Events” menu. All events listed in the Community Calendar are open to the public and free of charge, unless otherwise noted. Programs listed in HAKOL are provided as a service to the community. They do not necessarily reflect the endorsement of the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley. The JFLV reserves the right to accept, reject or modify listings.
TUESDAY, JULY 21 PrimeTime Crafts 11 a.m., JCC of Allentown. Join PrimeTime or a fun, creative project. Class led by Barbra Butz. $5. Contact 610-435-3571. WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 J Gourmet: The MINT Gastropub 6 to 9 p.m., The MINT Gastropub, 1223 W. Broad St., Bethlehem. Enjoy an inventive and delicious dinner menu and beer pairing created and presented by owner and chef Domenico Lombardo exclusively for this J Gourmet event. Special four-course menu includes amuse bouche, salad/vegetable, entree and dessert. Limited seats available. Vegetarian and gluten free options available upon request. Wine pairings available for those who do not drink beer. Price $64. JCC member value price $54. Prices are allinclusive. Register online at www.allentownjcc.org or at the JCC Welcome Desk, 610-435-3571. Sponsored by Adults at the J. FRIDAY, JULY 24 TCP Girl Groups Shabbat 7:30 p.m., Temple Covenant of Peace. Join us for this musical Shabbat and let the girl groups strut their stuff. All welcome! Contact 610-253-2031. FRIDAY, JULY 31 TCP Meditative Shabbat 7:30 p.m., Temple Covenant of Peace. Join us for a contemplative service of chant, silence and poetry. All welcome! Contact 610-253-2031. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5 PrimeTime Broadway Bus Trip: Something Rotten Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play, but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rockstar known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theater involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But admist the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self ... and all that jazz. The show has been nominated for 10 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Bus departs from the JCC of Allentown at 8:15 a.m., free time in NYC followed by a matinee and a return to Allentown around 7 p.m. Hosted by PrimeTime at the J and partially subsidized by a Groups on the GO grant from Jewish Family Service. $159, space limited to 30 registrants. To register, visit the JCC Welcome Desk or
call 610-435-3571. FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 TCP A-ROUND Shabbat 7:30 p.m., Temple Covenant of Peace. Join us for a service based on new and traditional rounds. All welcome! Contact 610-253-2031. FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 TCP Family Rock Shabbat 6:30 p.m., Temple Covenant of Peace. Join us for this free family “rocking” Shabbat service. All welcome! Contact 610-253-2031. AUGUST 17 - 21 Tennis Camp at the J 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., JCC of Allentown/Oakmont Tennis Courts. Ready to develop that major winning serve this summer? Come have a great time this summer developing your tennis skills on the historic clay courts at Oakmont Tennis Club. Participants of all abilities will enhance their skills in a fun and engaging environment by developing: Footwork, stroke, serving, doubles, sportsmanship and teamwork. JCC member value price: $170, price: $230. Contact Terrence Baker, 610-435-3571 ext 140. AUGUST 17 - 21 Lightnings Swim Camp 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., JCC of Allentown. A total person approach to swimming. This swim experience will bust bad habits, build on skills and uncover hidden talents of each participant. Our unique blend of stroke development, endurance training and competitive technique will be the backbone of this week’s swim experience. Our goal is for each child to become more confident in his/her ability, while having fun in a safe aquatic atmosphere. JCC member value price: $170, price: $230. Contact Jodi Lovenwirth, 610-4353571 ext 118. AUGUST 17 - 28 JCC Post Camp 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., JCC of Allentown. 7:30 to 10 a.m.: Morning snack, crafts the Wii and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Program time. 2 to 6 p.m.: Swimming, snack, outside fun and quiet time in the lounge. Price per day: $94, JCC member value price per day: $55, Price for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: $60, JCC member value price: $40. Contact Brenda Finberg, 610-4353571 ext 183. TUESDAY, AUGUST 18 PrimeTime Crafts 11 a.m., JCC of Allentown. Join PrimeTime or a fun, creative project. Class led by Barbra Butz. $5. Contact 610-435-3571. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19 CBS Annual Golf Outing 12 p.m., Willow Brook Golf Club. Enjoy 18 holes of golf -- best ball modified scramble, a delicious kosher steak dinner by Boscov’s and prizes for men and women. 12 p.m. shotgun start, dinner at 6 p.m. $110 per person includes cart, greens fees and dinner. $45 for dinner only. Reserve your spot now. Mail your
check payable to Congregation Brith Sholom to: Jerry Housman - 1201 Butztown Road #24 - Bethlehem, PA 18017. For more information, call Tammy at the CBS office, 610-866-8009 AUGUST 21 - 28 J Hoops Basketball Camp 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., JCC of Allentown. Camp Goals: to help kids understand the right way to play basketball, learn skills that will build confidence in all aspects of their life and know that attitude is everything and to believe in themselves. JCC member value price: $190, price: $260. Contact Terrence Baker, 610-4353571 ext 140. SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 KI PJ Library Mini Minyan 10 a.m., Congregation Keneseth Israel. Bring the little ones for a Tot Shabbat service with songs and blessings and of course, a PJ Library story. For more information contact KI at 610-435-9074 or Cantor Jenn at cantor@kilv.org. SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 Young Adult Division Summer BBQ 3:30 p.m., home of Ben Grossman. Join the Federation’s Young Adult Division for an afternoon of hamburgers, hotdogs, games and prizes! Hosted by Jewish Federation board member Ben Grossman. KIDS WELCOME! Food prepared on site, not under direct supervision. RSVP required by Monday, Aug.17, to Aaron Gorodzinsky at 610-821-5500 or aaron@jflv. org. SATURDAY, AUGUST 29 Doo Wop on the Patio 8:45 p.m., Temple Beth El. The Cultural Arts Committee of TBE will host the Norristones, a Pennsylvaniabased group that entertains fans with classic songs from the ‘50s and ‘60s. To learn more, contact Temple Beth El at 610-435-3521. SUNDAY, AUGUST 30 KI Welcome Back BBQ Bash 5 to 7 p.m., Congregation Keneseth Israel. Join KI congregants as we end the summer and kick off the new year. Brotherhood will provide a great BBQ, learn about volunteer opportunities, meet your kids’ teachers, reconnect with old friends and meet some new ones. New this year – a MAGICIAN to entertain you! If you bring a potential new member, everyone in your party will get a prize! Totally FREE – donations welcome. Please RSVP to the temple office at 610 435-9074. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Simcha Club 12 p.m., Congregation Brith Sholom. The program will feature a deli lunch (cost $5). Please make a reservation by calling 610-866-8009. This is a senior program, but everyone from 5 to 105 is welcome.
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