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Voyages with Verve: Jerusalem at Hanukkah
FREE for members and non-members Join a group livestream tour of Jerusalem on the last night of Hanukkah. This new monthly program, brought to us by our partners at Wowzitude, allows travel enthusiasts an insider's view on a new location every tour. You can even interact live with your tour guide! Each tour comes with […]
Clergy Talk: Mental Health and Melody: The Power of Music for Wellness
Our sacred texts are rife with stories about the mental health of our ancestors. So too do the teachings of our sages grapple with our mental and emotional well-being. We’ll explore how mental health has played a role in Jewish texts, thought, and practice, as well as how Jewish composers have written–and continue to write– […]
Abstract-ed Exhibition Reception
Free; registration encouraged but not required Join us to celebrate the JCC's inaugural art exhibition in the Cohen Family Atrium featuring the artwork of 15 local artists. We'll have drinks and snacks and some art-making, of course! Hope to see you there! The Abstract-ed Exhibition Reception at the Shames JCC is made possible by the […]
Looted Art Part 1: How Napoleon Changed Museums
Artworks have been subjected to looting throughout history, especially during times of war. However, Napoleon Bonaparte’s unprecedented looting at the end of 18th century and what followed after his fall from power has been transformative in unexpected ways. In the first of a two-part series, we’ll explore the fascinating stories of some of the most […]
Hot Topics
Come discuss the month’s social and political issues with your fellow news enthusiasts. With timely and changing international, national, and local issues from the news arenas of government, arts, sports, science, and religion, we welcome all participants to voice their ideas. All points of view are welcome in this lively, thought-provoking, and civil discussion. Feel […]
Common Ground: Who Made You the Boss?
From where and how is authority acquired? Does authority come from God, institutions, community or self? How do we decide on the correct course of action in our daily lives? We’ll discuss these questions and more from an interfaith perspective. This is part of the Common Ground: Interfaith Dialogue series. Rabbi Jay Stein, Greenburgh Hebrew […]
Challah and Conversation: Endings and Beginnings
Join a conversation about the power of turning the page on the past and starting a new chapter. At this season of new year along with a new administration, we’ll discuss how we can use our past experiences to help us nurture future experiences for ourselves and the generations yet to be. In the Challah […]
Family Pizza and a Movie Night: Encanto
Kick off your weekend with your friends at the J over pizza and a screening of Encanto in our new theater! Wear your comfy clothes and we’ll take care of the rest by feeding and entertaining you and your kids. We are excited to share that Actor Ravi Cabot-Conyers, who stars as Antonio in the movie, […]
Gershwin: An Afternoon of Song and Story
The New York-based Golden Ticket Series returns with a live orchestra, professional singers, and Broadway producer Jack Viertel to bring the works of legendary team George and Ira Gershwin to life. Memorable selections will include, "S'Wonderful," "Our Love Is Here to Stay," and "Someone to Watch Over Me."
Looted Art Part 2: Who Gets to Keep It?
As various forms of looting bolstered public museums around the world, they also prompted the idea of moral responsibility and the practice of restitution. Today, the question of who should be the keeper of cultural heritage is once again transforming museums and private collections alike. We will follow the fascinating stories of some of the […]
You Give the Verdict: Once Lovers, Now Enemies
FREE for members; $5 for non-members Lynn Daniels, a successful business woman, met Dr. Alan Kaufman, a psychiatrist, as a result of an ad her mother placed in the newspaper seeking a male companion for Lynn. Now Ms. Daniels is suing her husband for intentional infliction of emotional distress. Does she deserve $1 million as […]
Documentary Screening in The Ark: “‘Til Kingdom Come” (Dir. Maya Zinshtein)
FREE for members and non-members running time 76 minutes + time for discussion 'Til Kingdom Come explores the powerful alliance between American evangelicals and Israeli politics, revealing how religious beliefs shape global geopolitics. This documentary by Israeli filmmaker Maya Zinshtein, offers a unique perspective on the intersection of faith, politics, and the Middle East. Trailer […]
