Reflections on a Life Dedicated to Community and Philanthropy – Elaine Frank (1917 -2017)
Reflections on a Life Dedicated to Community and Philanthropy – Elaine Frank (1917 -2017)
We often speak about JCC Chicago being over 100 years old. For over three quarters of this time, Elaine Frank was integrally involved, powering the agency to who we are today. Elaine’s belief in enriching lives and building community is self-evident in a legacy of giving, including naming our Elaine Frank (EFA) and “Z” Frank (ZFA) Apachi […] Learn More ›
Why Camp Friends are the Best Friends
I just got back from a weekend visiting one of my best friends from my childhood camp. We had not seen each other for over a decade due to work, kids and just life, but the moment we were together again it was as if no time passed. The shared memories and experience came flooding […] Learn More ›
The Gift of Giving
The time of year has come when our children are busy in their classrooms learning about the story of Hanukkah. The aroma of latkes fills the hallways, books about brave Macabees take over the library corners, and riveting games of dreidel are in full swing. While gift giving has not always been a tradition of […] Learn More ›
Stay Busy with the J During Winter Break
Winter Break is almost here! Kids are excited, but, for parents, two weeks off from school can feel like a long time. JCC Chicago is here to help with great programs, camps and events for the whole family. Sense-Sational Swim Bernard Weinger JCC, Northbrook Dec. 17 | Families Join Keshet and JCC Chicago for […] Learn More ›