MJCCA Intown Collaborates with Chabad Intown and JFGA to Provide Beltline Programming for Atlanta�s Intown Jewish Community

The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA), in collaboration with Chabad Intown, is pleased to announce its new Beltline Programming Initiative. This effort is made possible because of the generous funding by the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta (JFGA). For information, call Lauren Chekanow, MJCCA’s Intown Outreach Associate at 678.812.4107, or visit atlantajcc.org/Intown.

“We are thrilled to implement new programming for the Intown Jewish community,” said Chekanow. “This exciting new partnership will utilize the MJCCA’s expertise in providing quality programming, as well as Chabad Intown’s new space on the Beltline, and will help connect Intown families to each other and the greater Jewish community. We are appreciative of the JFGA’s funding for this initiative, without which this could not be possible.”

“By offering a variety of programming at a central location Intown, this initiative will support Federation’s Front Porch Pillars by creating radically welcoming spaces and inspiring Jewish journeys that help the Intown community strengthen themselves and our Jewish community,” said JFGA’s Jori Mendel. “We believe that increasing opportunities for Jewish connections within neighborhoods will lead to micro-communities of engaged Jewish families throughout Intown Atlanta. While the MJCCA’s outreach initiative, MJCCA Intown, will continue to offer pop-up programming, having a consistent location and home base Intown will help create a sense of community and allow for more continuity and repeat engagement.”

“We are so pleased with this new partnership, which will provide a wide variety of new programming for the Intown Jewish community, said Chabad Intown’s Rabbi Eliyahu Schusterman. “The mission of Chabad Intown is to provide opportunities year-round to all, regardless of background, affiliation, or spiritual inclination, to learn about and experience our Jewish heritage. We will continue to bring new programs to the Intown Jewish community, with the help of the MJCCA and JFGA.”

Intown Beltline Programs

• Intown Schools Out Camp - November 6, 2018  

When your child's school is out - MJCCA Intown is IN! MJCCA Day Camps organizes these special programs for the days your child's school is closed. We offer a varied program filled with exciting, engaging, and safe activities for children during school holidays and teacher work days. Campers enjoy a full day of stimulating activities like arts & crafts, sports, Beltline photography, and more.

• Intown Kids Book Festival - November 11, 2018   

Partnering with the Book Festival of the MJCCA, MJCCA Intown presents an afternoon of authors, arts & crafts, music, games, a book sale, and more. Perfect opportunity to find that great Hanukah present & get kids excited about books and reading. 

Coming Soon - Additional Upcoming Intown Beltline Programs

• Shabbat Dinner - Join MJCCA Intown and Chabad Intown for a free community-wide Shabbat dinner for young families. Meet new neighborhood friends and enjoy Shabbat-themed programming for children and parents.
• Bi-Monthly Young Family Playgroup - Bring your baby and join in the fun Intown! Make some new friends or bring someone you know to our monthly playgroup, which includes free play with fun and educational toys. This group is geared toward children who are less mobile with a caregiver (generally newborn to 18 months)
• Melton Lunch ‘n Learn – Bring your lunch and join us to hear how the MJCCA’s Lisa F. Brill Institute for Jewish Learning can inspire a strong understanding and appreciation for Judaism with their rich offering of engaging classes. Take advantage of this free opportunity to also hear about some of the Melton School’s amazing teachings.
• Jewish Meditation Series - Join us for our fabulous new six-week series, Jewish Mindful Meditation, for those interested in creating an effective and impactful mindfulness meditation practice. Taught by renowned instructor and Chaplain, Marita Anderson.
• Biking on the Beltline Clinic - Does your child need help learning how to ride a bike? Let MJCCA Intown help! This early-morning Beltline class will help them with their cycling skills. Children will learn balance, braking, steering, stopping, and starting in this fun class.

More Information

Media Inquiries, contact Lora Sommer at 678.812.4078 or lora.sommer@atlantajcc.org

For more information, contact Lauren Chekanow - 678.812.4107, lauren.chekanow@atlantajcc.org; or visit atlantajcc.org/Intown.

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