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Frequently Asked Questions
Please email us with more questions!
- What is the average age of participants?
- Is JICNY only for internationals?
- How can I give back to JICNY?
- Can I wear jeans to Shabbat dinner?
- Do you have to be religious to come?
- Is the food served at events kosher?
- Will there be only chicken at the dinner?
- I met someone at a JICNY event and would like to get in touch with them, can you help?
- The start time for the event is 7:15 is that 7:15 SHARP? Or if I come a half hour later will it be OK?
- I paid for an event and won’t be able to attend can I get a refund?
- How can I get actively involved in the JICNY?
- Are there any events for me and my spouse?
- Is it true that Americans are not allowed to any JICNY events?
- What’s a good way to spend Shabbat in the city?
- How can JICNY help me network?
- I’m new to the city and don’t know anyone yet. What’s a good way to meet people?
JICNY programs are strictly targeted towards Jews in their 20's and 30's.
JICNY provides a community for young Jews who have just moved to the US. Our goal is to integrate our international population into the community and ALL our events are open to Americans with exception of 9 Shabbat Dinners a year marketed as Internationals Shabbat. We feel these dinners are very necessary as International Jews relate to Judaism very differently from Americans. We do have 3 mixed Shabbat dinners a year as well. But don’t forget JICNY events are more than JUST Shabbat dinners! We have Monday night Classes, Film Club, and various Holiday events that welcome everyone!
A great way to give back to the JICNY is with sponsorship of an event or a donation. This is also a great way to honor a loved one or life cycle event. Please see our Donate Page for more details.
What am I your mother? Wear whatever you like! Come as you are! JICNY is a forum for you to meet new people, make connections, take pride in your heritage. That being said. Its always nice for you to put your best foot forward and dress in the manner that will enable and empower you to meet others. You don’t have to wear a tie, or a skirt. Most guests dress are coming straight from work and are dressed business casual. But no matter. Just be the best you! We’re so excited to meet you!
No! You don’t have to be a religious/observant Jew to attend or enjoy a JICNY event. JICNY prides itself as a community of diverse individuals. Our events are designed so that our observant and non-observant guests can all enjoy themselves in a sophisticated, exciting and supportive environment based on our common Jewish heritage, values and spirituality.
Yes. The food at every single JICNY event is kosher certified.
What am I your mother? Are you really coming for the Chicken? Just sit down and eat! If you must know we have options for meat eaters, chicken eaters and veggie eaters.
We’d be happy to help you connect! Please email Maral and Jodi at Events@JICNY.com with details on the individual. Names are the most helpful. It would be great if you could remember the name of the person you’d like to meet. But if you can’t that’s fine too, just try to give us as many details as you can remember. And next time don’t drink so much wine!
Yes! That means sharp! We understand that in some cultures the start time is not the actual estimated time of arrival for the guests. The JICNY is a very diverse international community and all the members work on different cultural standards of time. In our efforts to keep everything fair to everyone, we ask that you show up on time to our events.
Most JICNY events are oversubscribed and JICNY ensures that those who RSVP and pay in a timely matter can join us for our events. To that extent at times we cannot accommodate all those who would be happy to join us. Please see www.jicny.com/policies for further details on the JICNY Cancellation Policy.
The JICNY is a volunteer driven organization. A great way for you to meet new people and get an authentic JICNY experience is through volunteering. There are so many options available, from helping us plan holiday parties to setting up for our Monday night classes. We know you're busy and so the commitment is flexible. If volunteering is something you would be interested in, please contact our event and volunteer coordinator Maral Yashar at Maral@jicny.com
New York City is a great city for singles and for Couples! JICNY has an active Couples program offering Shabbat Lunches, Classes, Holiday and Social events. Please see our Couples Connection page for more details.
No its not true, well not completely true. Like we’ve mentioned earlier, there are certain events exclusively for our Internationals. We feel these dinners are very necessary as International Jews relate to Judaism very differently from Americans. However we welcome and invite our Americans to help us welcome our International members into the NY Jewish Community.
JICNY offers Shabbat dinners often and you should always check our events page to see whats new. If you’re looking for Shabbat Hospitality with a warm and engaging family Steve Eisenberg set ups 100s of young professionals weekly! email Steve@jicny.com and let him know you’d like to be set up for Shabbat. Also please visit our friends at MJE for Shabbat Services.
JICNY Networking Group is a great place to start and a forum for individuals to create a circle of influence. JICNY is a community and network of individuals who are often on the move. Whether it’s a new job or a new apartment, JICNY often has the inside scoop. We’ve helped hundreds find jobs, fill positions, find apartments, etc. Please check out our Networking Page for details on how to network and always contact any of us directly Steve, Jodi or Maral and let us know what you’re looking for.
First of all welcome to New York! You are now in one of the world’s most vibrant and exciting cities. There is so much to do! The best way to meet people and really become part of a community is to start of your week with JICNY Monday Night classes. Details are on our events page. Please introduce yourself to Maral at the front desk or Steve after his class. We’d be so happy to help you create your new New York network.
