Community & Culture

The JCC of Atlantic County offers programs, infused with Jewish values, for adults of all ages.  No matter your culture, faith or denomination, our activities are designed to engage you intellectually, physically, and socially.  From recreational activities and personal enrichment classes to Jewish learning and travel, the Katz JCC aims to provide endless opportunities for our active adults to live a rich, full life.  Our focus is on kehillah, community.


Day Trips

Water for Elephants on Broadway

Join us March 27 at the Imperial Theatre for a unique, spectacle-filled Broadway musical based on the bestselling novel Water for Elephants.

Water for Elephants unites innovative stagecraft with the very best of Broadway talent in an authentic and deeply moving musical that invites us all to give ourselves to the unknown.

Tickets include transportation and Broadway show ticket.

Wednesday, March 27

Bus departs the JCC at approximately 8:00 am
Bus returns to the JCC at approximately 7:00 pm

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia

Explore the journey of American Jewish immigrants and their stories that have helped shape America into the county we know and love – led by our docents, who are passionate interpreters of the core exhibition.

Thursday, April 11

Bus departs the JCC at 9:00 am

Bus returns to the JCC at approximately 5:00 pm

Lunch on your own. Limited Space available. Price includes transportation and ticket to Museum.

Hell’s Kitchen on Broadway

There’s a place where the rhythm of the city is music, where every corner has a story, and every window is a kaleidoscope. Where a girl can step out of her apartment and find the world. That’s HELL’S KITCHEN, a new musical from 16-time Grammy® Award winner Alicia Keys that’s about to make Broadway feel brand new.

Tickets include transportation and Broadway show ticket.

Wednesday, May 1

Bus departs the JCC at 7:45 am

Bus returns to the JCC at approximately 7:30 pm

Last of the Red Hot Mamas – New Hope, PA

Day trip to New Hope PA for small town shopping and a show at Bucks County Playhouse to see “Last of the Red Hot Mamas” A New Musical.

Wednesday, July 24

Bus departs the JCC at 8:00 am

Bus returns to the JCC at approximately 6:30 pm

Tickets include transportation and tickets to show.


Spring Cooking Class

Join Chef Jerzy Gonzalez and the JCC to create a delicious meal of chicken and leeks with a pine nut gremolata, hasselback potatoes, and a beet and carrot citrus salad.
BYOB and enjoy your creation with friends following class.

Sunday, April 14

2:00 – 5:00 pm

Member $75 | Guest $95 (Includes Instruction, Food, Supplies.)


Mahjong & Canasta Brunch

Join us for a delightful afternoon of strategic, gameplay, vibrant conversations, and delectable treats at our Mahjong & Canasta Brunch!
Immerse yourself in the world of tiles and cards, paired with bagels, lox and spreads. This game day promises a perfect blend of socializing, competition and indulgence.

Reserve your seat for an afternoon of pure delight!

April 17, May 15, September 11, & October 16

Start Time: 11:00 am

Member $20 | Guest $23


Mahjong & Canasta Happy Hour

Join us for Happy Hour!! Vibrant conversations, cocktails and delectable treats as you immerse yourself in the world of tiles and cards. Reserve your seat today!!

June 26, July 17, & August 21

4:30 – 7:00 pm

Member $25 | Guest $30


Mitzvah Stitchers – Crochet Club

Enjoy this FREE program led by Ellen Berju for beginner and experienced crocheters and aims to create caps and lap blankets for patients of Shore Medical Center who are receiving Chemotherapy treatment.

Ongoing

Tuesdays | 1:00 – 3:00 pm


Beginner and Advanced Mosaics

Learn Mosaic-art-making from one of the areas most skilled mosaic instructors, Jill Snyder.

Beginning Week of March 6

Beginner: Mondays at 6 pm

All Levels: Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Experienced: Wednesdays at 6 pm

Beginning Week of May 6

Beginner: Mondays at 6 pm

All Levels: Wednesdays at 6:00 pm


Mosaics Art Exhibit

Join us for the anticipated exhibition of the beautifully detailed pieces from Jill Snyder’s Mosaic Class. Displayed will be countless hours, days, weeks and months of hard work by the students of the very talented Jill Snyder.

Thursday, May 16

5:00 – 7:00 pm

FREE and open to the public


Crash Glass Class

Using broken tempered glass, “Crash Glass”, to create a special art piece. Students will arrive wearing “art clothes and closed-toe shoes”, armed with a creative idea to complete a glass on glass 8×10 framed piece of art.

Sunday, May 19

9:00 am – 3:30 pm


Mahjong Classes

Get ready to dive into the world of Mahjong with the fabulous Martha Moskowitz as your guide! Join us for a series of Mahjong classes that promise not just skill-building but a whole lot of fun, laughter, and the chance to make lifelong friends.

March 4 – April 8

Mondays | 12:30 pm


Canasta Classes for Beginners

Whether you’re a complete novice or just looking to sharpen your skills, our Beginner Canasta Class is the perfect place to start. Join us for a fun and interactive learning experience that will have you mastering the fundamentals of this classic card game in no time.

March 4 – April 8

Mondays | 12:30 – 3:00 pm


Bridge Supervised Play

Are you ready to take your Bridge game to new heights? Join the club where instructor Martin DeBruin, a seasoned Bridge maestro, guides you through complete Bridge games, providing expert supervision and invaluable insights at every turn.

March 22 & 29

Fridays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm


Transformational Breath Classes

Join us at the J for Transformational Breath. A dynamically powerful technique of consciously directed breathing that works on the Physical, Mental/Emotional, and Spiritual levels. This modality helps with Self-empowerment, healing, anxiety, depression and stress. It helps to increase energy and brings greater joy and balance to life and relationships. Leave feeling recharged, joyful and excited to be alive looking forward to your next adventure!!

Taught by Kathy Smith, who has been in the holistic health field for over 20 years. She is also trained as a Naturopathic Doctor, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Neuromuscular Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Reiki Master, EMF Practitioner, Weight Loss Coach and Life Coach.

Beginning April 4 and April 11

1:00 – 2:00 pm


Coffee Klatch

Moderated by: Tina Serota, Village Community Specialist

Join the conversation about local, national & international politics, religion, technology and family news at the JCC. Light brunch will be served.

February 22, March 21

10:30 am – 12:00 pm

To reserve your spot contact Tina Serota at tserota@jfsatlantic.org or 609-287-8872

This program has received funding from the Jewish Community Foundation of Atlantic & Cape May Counties. This project is funded under Title III of the Older Americans Act of 1965, as amended, through a grant by the Office on Aging, Atlantic County, New Jersey.