November Food Drive
October 31, 2024
Donate to the JFCS Food Pantry this month!
Join us in donating to the JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry this month! We are accepting donations from November 1–20th in the Sunburst Lobby. Please see the donation guide to learn what items the food pantry is in need of this year, in addition to what they can (and cannot) accept!
Thank you all in advance for your generosity. We appreciate you!
Food Guide
Dry Goods:
- Oatmeal
- Dry Rice
- Kosher Cooking Oil
- Dry Cereal
- Tea and Coffee
- 100% Fruit Juice
- Gluten Free Items
- Dried Fruit
- Canned fish
- Sizes 2, 3, 4, and 6 Diapers
- Canned Soups
- Canned Fruits, Beans, Veggies, and Mushrooms
Personal Items:
- Dish Soap
- Dental Floss
- Toothpaste
- Soap
- Laundry Detergent
- Shampoo
- Shaving Cream
Please bring unopened, unexpired items in cans, boxes, packages, etc.
Please, no glass jars or bottles!
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Get ready for an action-packed November at Sunburst! From Winter Recital signups and group program enrollments to free jam sessions and a heartwarming food drive, there’s something for everyone this month. Dive into our latest newsletter for all the details on events, new instructors, and ways to give back!
Sign-ups are now open for our Winter Recitals! Each teacher will be hosting one or two 45-minute sessions during the first two weeks of December. Students can sign up through the link below, or feel free to reach out to us here , and we’ll be happy to assist with the registration process. Here are a few key reminders about the recitals: Participation is free, but we do welcome donations to our Scholarship Fund . You can contribute when you check out, or we’ll also be accepting cash donations at the door. Thank you for your support! Each recital session lasts about 50 minutes, featuring 12–15 students. We anticipate an audience of 40–60 people. Friends and family are encouraged to attend! If you plan on bringing more than four guests, please let us know in advance so we can arrange seating accordingly. If you’re unable to attend your teacher’s assigned session but still want to perform, let us know! We’ll do our best to accommodate you in another session. Adults are welcome to participate in their teacher’s session or in a special BYOB adults-only session on December 13th! Not all teachers will attend the adult session, so be sure to discuss this with your instructor ahead of time. Regularly scheduled lessons and programs may overlap with some recital times, so we kindly ask everyone to be mindful of this when entering and leaving the building. We're here for any recital-related questions (or anything else!), so don’t hesitate to reach out. We can’t wait to see everyone perform this winter!
We’re gearing up for our Winter Recitals, offering fun fall group classes, and celebrating Spooky Season with our annual Halloween Party! 🎃 We’ve also got the Sunburst Cabaret, Piano Club, and a Free Improv Workshop lined up. Plus, check out our special tribute for Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month, and join us in wishing our talented instructor Mila Shadel the best as she embarks on her next adventure. ❤️
Happy Hispanic and Latine Heritage month everyone! This article is extra special as it includes personal messages from some of our instructors about how their cultural background and heritage have influenced how and why they play music. We're super grateful for their contributions and hope you enjoy hearing their stories as much as we did!
