Community
Sources of Connection
The JCC collaborates with local organizations and nonprofits to create and foster deeper relationships and connections with our members and the Greater Rochester Jewish community. Through these partnerships, we extend the Mission of the JCC to reach more people. Please never hesitate to contact Joy Getnick, JCC Senior Director for Jewish Life and Adult Enrichment, with questions about accessing the larger Rochester Jewish community and all it has to offer.
Agencies
- Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester
- Jewish Family Service or Rochester
- Hillel Community Day School
- Derech HaTorah
- Jewish Senior Life
- Hillel: Jewish Student Life on Campus
Synagogues
- Chabad Lubavitch of Rochester
- Congregation Beth Hakneses Hachodesh
- Congregation Beth Hamedresh - Beth Israel
- Congregation Beth Sholom
- Congregation Etz Chaim
- Congregation Light of Israel
- Temple Beth Am
- Temple Beth David
- Temple Beth El
- Temple Beth El – Geneva, NY
- Temple B'rith Kodesh
- Temple Emanu-El
- Temple Sinai
Kosher Food Establishments
- Brownstein's Deli and Bakery: 585-442-2770
- Gavi's pizza
- Leo's Deli at the Jewish Home of Rochester
- Lipman's Kosher Market
- Malek's Brighton Bakery: 585-461-1720
- Sabra Grill
JCC Gives Back - Do a Mitzvah
The JCC is proud to help connect those who seek to give with those who need to receive. In addition to our on-going donation drives, please note opportunities to give back through upcoming special community events, and through additional special drives posted seasonally.
Donations
- Junior League of Rochester Diaper Bank
- St. Pauly Clothing Shed
- Pencils & Paper School Supplies
- Brighton Food Cupboard
Programs
Volunteer
The JCC is always seeking volunteers to help throughout the agency. Please contact Michele Ruda to learn more and get involved. Thank you!
Community Events
The JCC is honored to be the home of many community events and celebrations, as well as a place for support in times of need. The below programs include upcoming community holiday celebrations and support programming. Please also see Adult Enrichment for a full listing of upcoming programs and events.
| Event / Program | Days | Time | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
Jewish Bereavement and Support GroupFind hope and healing after loss. Instructor: JFS staff Location: Lipson Lounge For more information, contact: Joy Getnick Ongoing
12:30-2pm
No registration required. |
Monday | 12:30-2pm |
Feb 18, 2019 - Dec 29, 2025
|
Purim Food DriveOne of the four mitzvot (commandments) associated with the Jewish holiday of Purim is to give food to the needy. Fulfill this mitzvah by contributing to our Brighton Food Cupboard food drive! Barrel located near the JCC Main Desk. For more information, contact: Joy Getnick Thursday Feb 21 - Friday Mar 22
12am
No registration required. |
12am |
Feb 21 - Mar 22
| |
NYS Health MarketplaceThe JCC is a sign-up location for health insurance through the NYS Marketplace. Call CCSI at 613-7662 to make an appointment. Instructor: CCSI Location: Yiddish Culture Center For more information, contact: Joy Getnick Thursday Feb 21, 2019 - Wednesday Dec 31, 2025
12am
No registration required. |
12am |
Feb 21, 2019 - Dec 31, 2025
| |
Yom HaShoah: Annual Community Holocaust Remembrance ProgramPlease join us for this annual commemorative event featuring keynote speaker, Nurit Fischer Shemer, expert on the effects of multigenerational trauma. Instructor: Bonnie Abrams Location: Auditoriums For more information, contact: Joy Getnick Wednesday May 1
7pm
No registration required. |
Wednesday | 7pm |
May 1
|
Yom HaZikaronAnnual community remembrance ceremony to honor Israel's fallen soldiers and victims of terror. Instructor: Michal Spivak For more information, contact: Joy Getnick Wednesday May 8
7pm
No registration required. |
Wednesday | 7pm |
May 8
|
Yom Ha'atzmautCommunity celebration of 71 years of Israel's independence. Instructor: Michal Spivak Location: Auditoriums For more information, contact: Joy Getnick Thursday May 9
12am
No registration required. |
Thursday | 12am |
May 9
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