SUMMER IN SAN DIEGO

Summer kicks off with a splash!

Kick off the summer at our Shabbat Dinner Under the Stars at the JCC on Friday, June 5.

JDate is teaming up with the JCC Singles Department for a 20s & 30s singles party on Thursday, June 25, 7pm at the Siren Pool & Uber Lounge at the Sè Hotel downtown. More details in the Events section.

JABA (Jews Against Boring Activities) is San Diego’s hottest social and professional networking organization for Jewish Adults in their 20s. JABA is changing the world of young Jewish adults in San Diego. At JABA we promote social activity and enthusiasm among young Jewish adults in San Diego, ultimately establishing a strong new network of Jewish friends. Our upcoming summer events include: A Night at Anthology featuring Stepping Feet: A Dave Matthews Tribute Experience, Brewhouse & Comedy Night, BBQ at the beach, and a Padres game. Check out www.lfjcc.org/jaba for more information.

If you are in your 20s, 30s or early 40s, make sure you are on the mailing list for YAD, the Young Adult Division of the UJF. YAD is the nexus of San Diego's vibrant community of Jews in their 20s, 30s and early 40s. YAD offers many exciting ways to get involved and get connected. Click on www.yadsandiego.org.

Jewish single parents, are you on the mailing list for Jewish Family Service’s Supporting Jewish Single Parents programs? The JCC will be collaborating with JFS on some of the single parent family activities, so even if you are on the JCC’s JSP list, please e-mail stephanier@jfssd.org and request to be added to the SJSP mailing list. For more information, go to http://www.jfssd.org/sjsp.

Check out the other community groups listed at the bottom of this newsletter for additional activities that Jewish singles can join.

There’s something for everyone at the ‘J’ from cultural programs such as the Jewish Book Fair each November, the Jewish Film Festival in February, the Jewish Music Series in March - May , J*Company’s youth theatre productions, Camp Jaycee, preschool, fitness classes and our newly remodeled Friedenberg Pool.

The JCC appreciates our members! If you have not yet been by the JCC to pick up your new membership card, please stop by and you will be entered in our daily raffle to win some great prizes (raffles held until May 28)! We also have snacks and other goodies for you each day during this card conversion period, to show you how much we appreciate your support of the Lawrence Family JCC!

So come on out and get involved!

JCC Singles & Single Parents Events:

Shabbat Under the Stars & Poolside Cabana Bash

Shabbat Dinner Under the Stars

Friday, June 5
6:00 p.m. at the JCC
on the deck of the Friedenberg Pool at the JCC
Enjoy a Shabbat dinner under the stars with other Jewish singles in their 30s & 40s. Mediterranean cuisine will be served (vegetarian).  Optional Shabbat services at a local synagogue to follow. Please RSVP before June 1 to Jaclyn Horwitz (858) 362-1347 or Melanie Rubin (858) 362-1141 to sign up before June 1.
$15/JCC Member; $20/Non-member.

 and the Lawrence Family JCC present:
                      The San Diego Poolside Cabana Bash!

Thursday, June 25th, 2009
(7:00 pm to 10:00 pm)
Get your tickets for a party geared towards JDaters and other Jewish singles in their 20's and 30's!

Siren Pool & Uber Lounge at the Sè Hotel
1047 5th Ave.
San Diego, Ca 
Cost: $15 Online in Advance; $25 at the door
Sorry, no refunds. Please bring your online confirmation with you.
Enjoy:
• Beautiful views from a rooftop bar
• One complimentary drink ticket
• Fantastic signature cocktails
• Hanging out with JDaters and other Jewish singles in their 20's and 30's
Attire: Cocktail attire

How better to kick off the start of summer than relaxing poolside at Siren Pool & Uber Lounge at the Sè Hotel with JDate and the Lawrence Family JCC? Whether you’re lounging in one of the oh-so-comfy cabanas, dangling your feet in the pool or shakin' it to the crackin' beats of a live DJ, this will be a great opportunity for you to get acquainted with local San Diego JDate and Jewish singles scene and see who has potential!

Click here to purchase tickets

SJSP Shabbat Pool Party

Friday, June 26, 6:00 – 8:30 pm
Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center
4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla CA 92037
SJSP invites you and your family to a Shabbat Pool Party! Festivities will include a poolside picnic and swimming in both a heated Olympic lap pool and a heated 1½ foot kiddie pool. Celebrate Shabbat with your family while connecting with other single parent families on a beautiful San Diego summer evening. $10 per adult and $5 per child Financial assistance available. RSVP by Monday, June 15th. For more info or to RSVP, contact Andrew Hoffman, SJSP Administrative Assistant, at andrewh@jfssd.org or at (858) 637-3067.

Theater Events

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
Sunday, July 19, 1:00 p.m. at the Civic Theatre, downtown
1:00 p.m. at the Civic Theatre downtown
Come join us for a “TRADITION” watching Broadway/San Diego shows as a group. You don’t have to wonder, “IF I WERE A RICH MAN” because this is the most affordable show we have been to all year! Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity that is sure to sell out--Chaim Topol, the original Tevye in the movie is starring in this production!

Call Melanie to reserve your ticket today (858) 362-1141. $32/JCC Member; $40/Non-member (seating in Upper Dress Circle, ticket prices normally higher).

Community Events

Jewish Singles Club for FIF-TEASE to SIX-TEASE

New singles club is open to ALL Jewish singles (50s & 60s). The aim is to socialize and form smaller groups of people with similar interests & hobbies. Join us for theatre, museums, travel, Shabbat dinners, and more. No enrollment fee. Email Dale123phillips@yahoo.com to receive event updates.

Orange County’s Merage JCC has singles groups geared towards 40s-50s and 60+. Check out their events at http://www.jccoc.org/adults/singles/

Amazing Journeys that can change your life... That’s what Bill Cartiff, Travel Director at the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh says! Get in touch with Bill to find out about vacationing with other Jewish Singles. You can contact him at 412.521.8011 x849 or at www.amazingjourneys.net

Volunteer Opportunities

“On the Go” Transportation Solutions for Older Adults

On the Go needs you! Help open the car door for an older adult in need.

It’s more than a ride—it’s independence, community connection, mobility, and dignity. Recently launched in September, On the Go will provide individual transportation to necessary medical and personal appointments and group transportation to Jewish Family Service's older adult centers, the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, synagogues, grocery stores, and Jewish community events. Volunteer drivers and riders are currently being recruited. On the Go is a program of the Jewish Senior Services Council delivered by Jewish Family Service. To volunteer or for more information, call (877) 63-GO-JFS or go to www.jfssd.org.

Jewish Family Service BIGPal Mentoring Program For Boys and Girls

The Jewish Family Service BIGPal Mentoring Program provides a unique opportunity for a caring Jewish adult to form a meaningful relationship with a Jewish boy or girl. We need male and female Big Pals, ages 19 and up. Children 6-16 years old from single parent or non-traditional families and in need of an additional adult role model are eligible to receive Big Pals. Big and Little Pals meet two times each month to participate in recreational, educational, or community activities they both enjoy.

We have recently had a number of Jewish women interested in becoming mentors to Jewish girls. BIGPals is a mentoring program that matches Jewish adults with children age 6-16 from Jewish single parent or non-traditional families. We are currently looking for single parents who would like their age 6-16 year old daughters to get involved in this program and cultivate a relationship with a female mentor. For more information please call 858-637-3090 or e-mail elizabethm@jfssd.org.

CHILDREN IN NORTH COUNTY ARE CURRENTLY WAITING TO RECEIVE BIG PALS

Give the Gift of Friendship to a Child

If you would like to become a Big Pal, please contact Elizabeth Marshall, Coordinator of the BIGPal program. She can be reached by telephone at (858) 637-3090 or email elizabethm@jfssd.org

Community Groups

San Diego’s hottest new Social and Professional Networking Organization targeted towards young Jewish Adults in their 20's

JABA was created with the intention of changing the world of young Jewish adults in San Diego. We want to create an environment that promotes social activity and enthusiasm among young Jewish adults in San Diego, ultimately establishing a strong new network of Jewish friends. JABA is for those who are excited to get out there and experience all that San Diego night life (and some daytime activities) has to offer and meet some great new friends in the process. Check out www.lfjcc.org/jaba.

YAD

the Young Adult Division of UJF is the nexus of San Diego's vibrant community of Jews in their 20s, 30s & 40s.
For more information, contact Arielle Morrison at 858-571-3444, yad@ujfsd.org, or check out www.yadsandiego.org.

Jewish Singles Club for FIF-TEASE to SIX-TEASE

New singles club is open to ALL Jewish singles (50s & 60s). The aim is to socialize and form smaller groups of people with similar interests & hobbies. Join us for theatre, museums, travel, Shabbat dinners, and more. No enrollment fee. Email Dale123phillips@yahoo.com to receive event updates.

Dinner-Mate Mixers

For mid 30s to early 60s, offering romantic opportunity mixers and nice, casual entertainment."You never know who you're going to meet!" Contact information: Email: yourway@aol.com or Website: www.cloud9radio.net or Phone: 858-793-6200

Gesher

Gesher provides a Jewish network for graduate students and young professionals in San Diego. Gesher plays host to a wide range of social, religious, and community service events. E-mail Gesher_board@hotmail.com or visit http://www.geshersd.org for more information.

San Diego Torah Study Group

The San Diego Torah Center holds a weekly Singles Torah Study Group open to singles of all ages. Discussions focus on the weekly Torah portion. Call Rabbi Baruch Lederman, (858) 613-0222.

Sunday Co-Ed Softball

Welcomes Jewish singles in their 20s through 40s. No cost! All skill levels. Group meets every Sunday at 10:00 A.M., to warm up and schmooze prior to the game at 10:30 A.M., followed by brunch at a local eatery. Women especially encouraged to attend. Contact Dan Chusid, (858) 212-1016 or dan946@earthlink.net, or visit http://softball.meetup.com/23.

Chai Services (36 and under) @ Congregation Beth El

Congregation Beth El holds special service for 36 and under, not necessarily singles. However, most of the people who attend the services are singles. Contact Congregation Beth El directly at 858.452.1734 or at www.congregationbethel.org.

Supporting Jewish Single Parents Program

The Supporting Jewish Single Parents Program actively welcomes and connects Jewish single parents and their children within the Jewish community. Through information and referral, networking, support and advocacy, the program helps promote Jewish continuity and offers services that enhance a feeling of belonging and inclusion. For more information, contact Stephanie Rogart, Supporting Jewish Single Parents Coordinator at 858.637.3080 ext. 111 or visit www.supportingjsp.org/.