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J-Kids After School Care 2025 - 2026 Registration Fee

K-12

Wind down after school with activities, homework help and friends.

08/25/2025 - 06/09/2026

Grade: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6

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Playmakers Junior

K-12

Performing arts fundamentals through improv, storytelling, and creative movement, culminating in a final showcase.

09/02/2025 - 09/30/2025

Grade: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2

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09/02/2025

Bite-Sized Torah: Monthly Lunch and Learn

Jewish Life, Adult

Enjoy lunch and lively Jewish learning led by local rabbis and educators. No Hebrew or prior experience needed.

09/03/2025 - 09/03/2025

Age: 18 - 99

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Pickleball for Mobility and Balance

Fitness, Adult

Stay active and improve coordination, balance and agility in this beginner-friendly pickleball class focused on fun and fitness.

09/04/2025 - 09/25/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Boxing Fundamentals and Self Defense -Thursdays - September 2025

Fitness, Adult

Learn practical boxing and self-defense skills from an expert with 15+ years of experience. Build confidence, improve technique, and train with proven methods used by top fighters.

09/04/2025 - 09/25/2025

Age: 18 - 99

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Civil War Stories

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Uncover the untold stories of the Civil War—from daring women spies to a heroic enslaved man who stole a Confederate ship. Explore hidden history, surprising truths and the real reasons the war didn’t end quickly.

09/05/2025 - 10/17/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Pickleball 102 - Fall 2025

Fitness, Adult

Learn the basics of Pickleball in this fun, beginner-friendly class—perfect for those who are new to the game.

09/07/2025 - 09/21/2025

Age: 13 - 99

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Pickleball 101 - Fall 2025

Fitness, Adult

Learn the basics of Pickleball in this fun, beginner-friendly class—perfect for those who are new to the game.

09/07/2025 - 09/21/2025

Age: 13 - 99

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The Balance Blueprint: Prevent Falls, Build Confidence - Fall 2025 - 1

Fitness, Adult

Build strength, stability and confidence in this 8-week course designed to help prevent falls with guided exercises, mobility work and proven safety strategies.

09/07/2025 - 10/26/2025

Age: 13 - 99

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News of the Week

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Dive deep into significant moments in history and how they shape our present with historian and educator Terry Pollack.

09/08/2025 - 10/27/2025

Age: 13 - 99

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Intro to Watercolors

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Learn the basics of watercolor painting in this beginner-friendly class that builds a strong creative foundation.

09/08/2025 - 10/13/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Artistic Expressions of Judaic Themes

Jewish Life, Arts and Ideas, Adult

Celebrate the holidays and New Year through creative expression! Explore Judaic themes while making meaningful artwork, materials provided.

09/11/2025 - 09/11/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Kids Day Out - Camp Rewind

Camps, K-12

Camp Rewind is a time to relive the fun of J-Day Camps even if for just a few hours. Join us for 2 hours of classic camp fun, laughter and connection! From Swimming to Games to Crafts!

09/14/2025 - 09/14/2025

Grade: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6

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08/26/2025

Harvest Delights: A Day of Apple Picking

Adult

Celebrate the season with a festive day of apple picking at Patterson's Farm.

09/15/2025 - 09/15/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Balance and Falls Prevention

Adult

This program helps participants reduce fall risks, improve balance, and stay active through practical strategies and exercises—beneficial for all mobility levels.

09/16/2025 - 09/16/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Intro to Mah Jongg

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Learn the basic rules, strategies and tips while playing with others around the table. Perfect for beginners—includes the official Mah Jongg card.

09/19/2025 - 10/10/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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J Family Day: Rosh Hashanah

Jewish Life

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with fun, family-friendly activities at The J.

09/21/2025 - 09/21/2025

Age: 0 - 99

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Camp Wise 2nd-4th Grade Overnight

Camps, K-12

An activity-filled overnight at Camp Wise for those who want a taste of Camp Wise and existing campers.

09/26/2025 - 09/27/2025

Grade: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4

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Lifelong Wellness Day

Fitness, Arts and Ideas, Adult

Enjoy slow flow exercise, inspiring lectures, an up-cycled craft, lunch and the thought-provoking film Sustainable Nation—plus a complimentary 3-day pass to The J.

09/28/2025 - 09/28/2025

Age: 50 - 99

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08/29/2025

Camp Wise New Family Tours - Fall 2025

Camps, K-12

Experience Camp Wise during our Fall Tours.

09/28/2025 - 09/28/2025

Age: 0 - 99

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Cooking Demonstration with University Hospitals

Adult

Join University Hospitals for a fun, interactive cooking demo featuring healthy recipes, expert tips and tastings to inspire nutritious meals at home.

10/03/2025 - 10/03/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Pizza in the Hut

Early Childhood, Jewish Life, K-12

A fun family Sukkot celebration with pizza and activities.

10/12/2025 - 10/12/2025

Age: 0 - 99

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CMA at The J

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Explore art, culture, and history with hands-on artifacts from the Cleveland Museum of Art. Discover how creativity and functionality intersect across time and traditions.

10/16/2025 - 11/13/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Navigating Long-Term Care: Essential Insights and Strategies for Families

Adult

Gain essential insights into long-term care, from costs and coverage to choosing facilities and exploring home care options—empowering families to make informed decisions.

10/16/2025 - 11/06/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia

Adult

Gain a deeper understanding of Alzheimer's and dementia, including symptoms, stages, risk factors, treatments, and available support resources.

10/22/2025 - 10/22/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Explore the Beauty of Ashtabula County: Scenic Bridges Amid Fall Colors

Adult

Enjoy the fall colors of Ashtabula County as you tour 10 scenic bridges with stops at Byler's Amish Bakery.

10/22/2025 - 10/22/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Introduction to Judaism

Jewish Life, Adult

Explore Jewish holidays, history, and core concepts through engaging study and discussion, led by rotating rabbinic instructors in both in-person and virtual sessions. Open to all.

10/23/2025 - 04/07/2026

Age: 18 - 99

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Young Families Open Gym

Early Childhood, Fitness, Jewish Life, K-12

Beat the winter blues with active play in The J’s gym—bikes, balls, mats and more! Great for families with kids ages 0–8.

10/26/2025 - 10/26/2025

Age: 0 - 99

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Bite-Sized Torah: Monthly Lunch and Learn

Jewish Life, Adult

Enjoy lunch and lively Jewish learning led by local rabbis and educators. No Hebrew or prior experience needed.

10/29/2025 - 10/29/2025

Age: 18 - 99

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Intermediate Watercolors

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Enhance your watercolor skills with advanced techniques, color theory, and creative exploration to develop your unique artistic style.

11/03/2025 - 12/08/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Recognizing & Avoiding Elder Financial Abuse, Scams & Fraud

Adult

Learn how to spot scams, prevent identity theft, and protect yourself from elder financial abuse in this important, informative session.

11/14/2025 - 11/14/2025

Age: 55 - 99

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The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's

Adult

Learn to recognize the 10 common warning signs of Alzheimer's, how they differ from typical aging, and the benefits of early detection and support.

11/18/2025 - 11/18/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Bite-Sized Torah: Monthly Lunch and Learn

Jewish Life, Adult

Enjoy lunch and lively Jewish learning led by local rabbis and educators. No Hebrew or prior experience needed.

11/19/2025 - 11/19/2025

Age: 18 - 99

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Dvorak's New World Symphony

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Experience Dvorák's powerful Ninth Symphony at Severance Hall, enriched by a pre-concert lecture exploring its cultural influences and iconic melodies.

11/21/2025 - 11/21/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Young Families Open Gym

Early Childhood, Fitness, Jewish Life, K-12

Beat the winter blues with active play in The J’s gym—bikes, balls, mats and more! Great for families with kids ages 0–8.

11/23/2025 - 11/23/2025

Age: 0 - 99

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News of the Week

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Dive deep into significant moments in history and how they shape our present with historian and educator Terry Pollack.

12/01/2025 - 12/15/2025

Age: 13 - 99

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Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Adult

Gain practical skills on healthy living as we explore the latest research on aging well and the impact diet, exercise and mental engagement have on our brain and body.

12/02/2025 - 12/02/2025

Age: 35 - 99

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Camp Wise 2026 Staff in Training Full Summer, Grade 12

Camps, K-12

This 7-week program is for our campers entering 12th grade in the fall of 2026. SITs will live together while learning how to be a Staff member at Camp Wise. SITs participate in cabin groups and specialty areas.

06/09/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 12

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Registration opens
11/01/2025

Camp Wise 2026 Ohalim Full Summer, Grades 6-7

Camps, K-12

This session is open to campers entering grades 6 and 7 in the fall of 2026. Campers are able to spend 7 weeks at the Home of Happiness, with ample opportunity to experience all Camp Wise has to offer.

06/14/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 6, Grade 7

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Camp Wise 2026 Week of Wise - Session 1

Camps, K-12

This introductory session to Camp Wise features all the highlights of camp and is for our youngest first time campers, entering grades 2-4 in the fall of 2026.

06/14/2026 - 06/21/2026

Grade: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4

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Camp Wise 2026 Rishon Aleph, Grades 2-5

Camps, K-12

A session for first time campers to experience all of the activities, fun, excitement and community of camp. This session is for campers entering grades 2- 5 in the fall of 2026.

06/14/2026 - 06/26/2026

Grade: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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Camp Wise 2026 Chalutzim I, Grades 3-5

Camps, K-12

This full session is for campers entering grades 3 – 5 in the fall of 2026. Campers experience all of the activities, fun, excitement and community of camp!

06/14/2026 - 07/09/2026

Grade: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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Camp Wise 2026 Israel Leadership Summer, Grade 11

Camps, K-12

Our campers entering 11th grade will travel to Israel for a 4 week experience traveling through multiple cities with a variety of experiences.

06/14/2026 - 07/16/2026

Grade: Grade 11

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Camp Wise 2026 Solel Full Summer, Grade 10

Camps, K-12

This full is session is a pinnacle summer for our campers entering 10th grade in the fall of 2026. As the oldest campers on camp, they have the unique opportunity to travel off camp while still experiencing their favorite camp activities.

06/14/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 10

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Camp Wise 2026 Noar Full Summer, Grades 8-9

Camps, K-12

This session is for campers entering grades 8 and 9 in the fall of 2026. Our older campers have more independence as they continue to experience all that Camp Wise has to offer

06/14/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 8, Grade 9

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Camp Wise 2026 Ohalim I, Grades 6-7

Camps, K-12

This full session is for campers entering grades 6 and 7 in the fall of 2026. Campers live in a unique village while experiencing everything camp has to offer.

06/14/2026 - 07/09/2026

Grade: Grade 6, Grade 7

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Camp Wise 2026 Chalutzim Full Summer, Grades 3-5

Camps, K-12

This session is open to campers entering grades 3-5 in the fall of 2026. Campers are able to spend 7 weeks at the Home of Happiness, with ample opportunity to experience all Camp Wise has to offer.

06/14/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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Camp Wise 2026 Solel I, Grade 10

Camps, K-12

06/14/2026 - 07/09/2026

Grade: Grade 10

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Camp Wise 2026 Noar I, Grades 8-9

Camps, K-12

This full session is for campers entering grades 8 and 9 in the fall of 2026. Our older campers have more independence as they continue to experience all that Camp Wise has to offer.

06/14/2026 - 07/09/2026

Grade: Grade 8, Grade 9

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Camp Wise 2026 Rishon Bet, Grades 2-5

Camps, K-12

A session for first time campers to experience all of the activities, fun, excitement and community of camp. This session is for campers entering grades 2- 5 in the fall of 2026.

06/28/2026 - 07/09/2026

Grade: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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Camp Wise 2026 Solel II, Grade 10

Camps, K-12

07/12/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 10

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Camp Wise 2026 Noar II, Grades 8-9

Camps, K-12

This full session is for campers entering grades 8 and 9 in the fall of 2026. Our older campers have more independence as they continue to experience all that Camp Wise has to offer.

07/12/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 8, Grade 9

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Camp Wise 2026 Ohalim II, Grades 6-7

Camps, K-12

This full session is for campers entering grades 6 and 7 in the fall of 2026. Campers live in a unique village while experiencing everything camp has to offer.

07/12/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 6, Grade 7

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Camp Wise 2026 Chalutzim II, Grades 3-5

Camps, K-12

This full session is for campers entering grades 3 – 5 in the fall of 2026. Campers experience all of the activities, fun, excitement and community of camp!

07/12/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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Camp Wise 2026 Rishon Gimel, Grades 2-5

Camps, K-12

A session for first time campers to experience all of the activities, fun, excitement and community of camp. This session is for campers entering grades 2- 5 in the fall of 2026.

07/12/2026 - 07/24/2026

Grade: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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Camp Wise 2026 Week of Wise II

Camps, K-12

This introductory session to Camp Wise features all the highlights of camp and is for our youngest first time campers, entering grades 2-4 in the fall of 2026.

07/12/2026 - 07/19/2026

Grade: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4

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Camp Wise 2026 Rishon Dalet, Grades 2-5

Camps, K-12

A session for first time campers to experience all of the activities, fun, excitement and community of camp. This session is for campers entering grades 2- 5 in the fall of 2026.

07/26/2026 - 08/06/2026

Grade: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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