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There's lots to do for children, youth and families CLUBHOUSE: AFTER-SCHOOL CAREClubhouse is the premiere after-school care program in Pittsburgh. Kids from Kindergarten to 7th grade come to their "home away from home" Monday through Friday until 6 p.m. and thrive in the enriched, exciting and nurturing Clubhouse environment.Clubhouse: JCC-Squirrel Hill FUN FOR KIDSSign up your kids for variety of programs that encourage fun and learning. Check our program list page for all sorts of classes-from cooking, science, music and art to gym skills, sports, dance and swimming, and an annual Elementary School Musical.SCHOOL DAYS OFFAttention Parents: when school is out, Clubhouse provides exciting full-day programs for your child.Squirrel Hill - Jamie Vertullo (412) 521-8011, ext. 852, jvertullo@jccpgh.org South Hills - Lauren Briner (412) 278-1975, ext. 204, lbriner@jccpgh.org S.O.S. - SITTERS ON SATURDAYSquirrel Hill:For children in grades K-7, 6:30-10:30 p.m. $18/child; $15/sibling or Clubhouse member. For dates and reservations, call Jamie Vertullo (412) 521-8011, ext. 852, jvertullo@jccpgh.org South Hills: For children ages 3 and older, 5 to 10 p.m., $25/child; $15/second child; $10 each additional child. For dates and reservations call Lauren Briner, (412) 278-1975, ext. 204, lbriner@jccpgh.org TEEN PROGRAMSTeens can work out, take Drivers-Ed and earn American Red Cross babysitting certification. Other teen options include acting in the Junior or Senior High School Musical, competing on the swim team or at the Maccabi Games. Check our program list page.Squirrel Hill Teens SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMSAll JCC facilities are handicapped accessible in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.The JCC-Squirrel Hill Teen Center, an after-school program for teens with special needs, is open to individuals ages 13-21. Teens come together to enjoy a wide range of activities in a structured, social setting, Monday through Friday from 2-6 pm. Trained staff provide a safe environment for teens to build life skills, express themselves in creative ways, gain confidence to interact with the community and their peer group, and cultivate friendships and a sense of belonging. Physical activities include basketball, swimming, walks (indoor and outdoor), and group games. Other activities include trips to the library, to Giant Eagle to purchase ingredients for cooking, games in the park, art projects, computer lab experience and fun movie days. For more information, please contact Kate Yonko at extension (412) 521 - 8011, ext. 181. Other programs:
The Special Needs Department is supported in part by a grant from the Herman and Rebecca Fineberg Fund for Exceptional People. The JCC-South Hills outdoor adaptive playground is accessible for children with special needs. Funded through individual donations and a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. FAMILIESEnjoy together time in special programs that bring everyone together.Family Camp at Emma Kaufmann Camp. Squirrel Hill: Family Gym, The Snyder Family Purim Carnival JCC-South Hills: Family Gym, Family Fun Rafts and Dive-In Movies, Call (412) 278-1975. FAMILY PLACEThese special child-friendly rooms in both the Squirrel Hill and South Hills facilities are filled with toys and books. Parents with newborns up to age 3 make new friends as they enjoy playtime, story time, art activities, Kabbalat Shabbat, Mommy, Daddy & Me, music, and more.Squirrel Hill South Hills BIRTHDAY PARTIESLet the JCC take care of your child's birthday party. Our staff will lead the party from beginning to end; you book it, arrive and enjoy! Themes include Sports, Swimming, Arts & Crafts, Cooking, or Create Your Own Party.Squirrel Hill: (412) 521-8011, ext. 217 South Hills: Lauren Briner, (412) 278-1975, ext. 204 JCC-South Hills: CHALLAH AND BAGELSCall us by Wednesday to order a challah or low-carb water bagels from Simple Treat Bakery and pick it up after 1 p.m. Friday. $4/challah; $3.50/half dozen bagels. Call Lauren Briner, (412) 278-1975, ext. 204.
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