Nearly Two Decades of Inspiration: Toby Meyer’s Artistic Legacy at the JCC
For nearly two decades, Toby Meyer has inspired creativity at JCC Denver, helping students of all levels build confidence, explore their artistic voice, and form meaningful connections through art and community.
Six Years of Baby Café at the JCC Denver: Building a Village for New Parents
For six years, Baby Café at JCC Denver has supported new parents through the early postpartum months, offering lactation guidance, connection, and a welcoming space to build confidence, friendships, and a true sense of community.
What It Really Takes to Get Ranch Camp Ready for The Summer
Before campers arrive, Ranch Camp at JCC Denver undergoes a remarkable transformation. From snowy stillness to summer energy, see how staff, animals, and countless preparations come together to create a safe, welcoming, and unforgettable camp experience.
JFF and JBU Partnership
JCC Denver’s partnership with the Jewish Fertility Foundation supports families through every stage of their journey, from infertility to early parenthood, creating a continuum of care, connection, and community rooted in compassion and belonging.
Homegrown Humor: Noah Gardenswartz
Denver native Noah Gardenswartz is coming home in a big way this April, bringing two unique performances to the Mizel Arts and Culture Center. First, the filming of his newest comedy special on April 23, followed by headlining the Tight 5 Comedy Showcase on April 30. For the nationally acclaimed comedian, writer, and Denver-raised son of a very funny family, the chance to return to the Elaine Wolf Theatre is more than a tour stop; it’s a full‑circle moment…
Art Meets Community
Each spring, the Mizel Gallery fills with something special: artwork created right here in the JCC’s studios by local artists who gather weekly to explore their craft together. The Interactive Artists Group Annual Art Show is both a celebration of their work and an invitation for the wider community to experience the creativity happening inside the JCC.
Building Confidence Through Preparation
Written by a member of the JCC Security Team
At a time when antisemitism is rising across the country at unprecedented rates, and in the wake of recent attacks—including those in Boulder and Michigan—we are especially aware of what it means to stand proudly as a Jewish community institution.
Growing a Greener JCC
Through the dedicated efforts of the group, the JCC continues to deepen its commitment to environment stewardship. This special feature highlights the meaningful strides the team and the broader organization have made to reduce the JCC’s ecological footprint…
Where Art lives, not just hangs
Walk through the doors of the JCC Denver on any given day and you’ll see something that rarely happens in a museum or gallery. Children hurry toward ELS classrooms. Teens gather for rehearsal in the Elaine Wolf Theatre. Families and friends gather in the lobby. Members head to the fitness center. Conversations unfold in every corner.
And quietly, all around them, art lives alongside these moments. The JCC is a living, breathing organism—not a museum…
The Marvel of Music
Music is a true marvel – the repetitiveness teaches us, the tunes calm us, and the familiarity connects us to those halfway across the world. While the words may sound different when spoken in Hebrew, or English, the meaning is the same:
The Season for Work
Each summer, the JCC becomes a place where work feels deeply tied to community. Whether serving as a lifeguard at the JCC Denver, a counselor at Camp Shai, or a specialist at JCC Ranch Camp, staff members play an essential role in creating safe, meaningful, and joyful experiences for people of all ages.
A Grand Finale: Denver Jazz Fest 2026 at the Mizel Arts & Culture Center
Acclaimed Jewish musician and jazz legend Fred Hersch will headline the closing night of the Denver Jazz Fest in 2026, marking the culmination of a partnership that began more than two years ago at the Mizel Arts & Culture Center
