Episodes
Vicki and Robby are back again talking about the JCC's aquatic center and "Swimming is Fun!" with the beloved Dennis and Joan McGinley. Anyone that went to the JCC day camp in the '60s, '70s, or '80s will especially appreciate this episode. #SwimmingIsFun
Published 12/14/18
Rance shares the story of how he and his wife, Sheryl, first met. Their first date was for an AZA hayride, in which he was the chairman for the event.
Published 12/07/18
The Finbergs are back again sharing some memories, but also talking about some of the exciting programming offered at the JCC for kids including the theater program, art program, science program, and so much more.
Published 11/29/18
In 1963, at the age of 20, Marlene moved to Allentown and began teaching at the JCC — her "home away from home." The Finkelstein's love for Allentown began to grow, and their entire family became very integral in many organizations all throughout the community.
Published 11/22/18
Sandy first started working at the JCC back in 1985 and has been a fixture ever since. Here she shares some of her fondest memories.
Published 11/15/18
Susan talks about the first day her son started preschool at the JCC, along with some other memories.
Published 11/08/18
Last time Carole was on she shared a story of what one of her young students said in class. In this episode she has another one of those "out-of-the-mouths-of-babes" stories — perfect for the Halloween season. Hear about the Empire State Building, along with one of the JCC's trips to NYC.
Published 11/01/18
Eliana and Becca chat about a few past events and what they hope for the future.
Published 10/25/18
It wasn't "What are you going to do Saturday night? We all just knew that's what we were going to do." Anita recounts more memories of "The Center" — mentioning names of people, more names, and even more names — do you know any of them?
Published 10/18/18
Coming off the JCC's Centennial Weekend, this episode seems to be quite appropriate. Larry talks about amazing qualities a certain community has. The Lehigh Valley is that community.
Published 10/11/18
Marc talks about the early '60s at the JCC — including the snack bar run by George Hoffman, the JCC basketball games, the teen lounge, the "tween" lounge, the bowling alley, and more.
Published 10/04/18
Last time Sandy and Tracy talked about the old bowling alley at the JCC. This time around they share more laughs. And more laughs. And more laughs.
Published 09/27/18
In Linda's words, being involved with the JCC has been "meaningful" and "transformative."
Published 09/20/18
Joe talks about the special friendships and camaraderie he's built from going to the JCC practically every morning.
Published 09/13/18
Jeff and John talk about how the extremely popular squash courts came to be at the JCC. Boy did John do a 180!
Published 09/06/18
Similar to Morah Bunny's story from before, here's another one out of the mouth of babes. The story of Purim — enjoy!
Published 08/30/18
Back by popular demand after his first funny story, Lenny Abrams joins us again for another one that'll probably make you laugh!
Published 08/23/18
Vicki and Robby were on before, and now they're back again with even more memories. Make sure to listen straight through to the end to hear about the special men's lounge from back in the day.
Published 08/16/18
Rance kicked off our podcast with our inaugural episode, and now he's back again with even more memories. Hear more names from the past, and listen as Rance recalls some tremendous trips he went on through the JCC.
Published 08/09/18
Rich has been on our podcast before for the special "quiz show" episode. It's a fun one, so be sure to listen if you haven't already! This time he shares some of his childhood memories at the JCC.
Published 08/02/18
Being a staple in the Lehigh Valley for 100 years, the JCC has very close ties to many other agencies and organizations. One such relationship is with Congregation Keneseth Israel in Allentown. Martina Obenski tells the history of KI, including the giant carnival held at the JCC that helped fund the building of KI's current location on Chew St.
Published 07/26/18
Syman and Anita have been married for 57 years. But, just like we've heard many times before, if it hadn't been for the JCC they might not have ever met.
Published 07/19/18
Carole Rose has been active at the JCC for decades in many capacities including nursery school teacher, day camp director, and assistant to the JCC Executive Director. One of the memories she shares on this episode could be summed up with the phrase "out of the mouths of babes." Listen, and you'll see why.
Published 07/12/18
With all the work past President Wendy Born and the Born family put into the JCC to make it a special place, it was such a memorable experience the day Wendy got to carry Jacob (her grandson) in his infant seat through the front door of the community center for the first time. Jacob and his sister, Lilah, also share memories they've already made in their young lives at the JCC.
Published 07/05/18
According to Jeff, "everybody back then lived, revolved, around the JCC." In fact, if it wasn't for the JCC, Jeff (Jake) might not have met his wife. They met at his 15th birthday party. Hear him talk about that, basketball, and more on this episode of our podcast.
Published 06/28/18