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SUMMARY:Cooking with Amy: Fresh and Fun for the Fourth!
DESCRIPTION:Members: $10; non-members: $15 \nIndependence Day is around the corner\, and that means it’s time for fireworks\, backyard BBQs and holiday celebrations! Come join culinary specialist Amy Pane as we learn how to make some unique appetizers for holiday parties that are both good for you and good-tasting. We will be making blueberry salsa\, stuffed zucchini skins and strawberry bruschetta. You can wow guests and friends with dishes both healthy and delicious!
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/cooking-with-amy-fresh-and-fun-for-the-fourth/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T130000
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SUMMARY:Hot Topics
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members & non-members \nDiscuss 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 free to bring your lunch and/or a friend!
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/hot-topics-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T110000
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SUMMARY:Tech Topics: Navigating the JCC Online
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members and non-members \nWould you like to make sure you’re getting JCC emails? Want to clarify how to register for a lecture or sign up for a group exercise class? Still struggling with how to find the pickleball and aquatics schedule online? Mel Hoodlet from the Welcome Desk will help you learn how to confidently navigate the JCC website. You’re welcome to watch as we go through details on the big screen\, or bring your devices (laptop\, tablet\, cell phone) and walk  through the steps with us.
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/tech-topics-navigating-the-jcc-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123000
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SUMMARY:Documentary Screening: “Caregiving” (Dir: Bradley Cooper)
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members and non-members\n(running time 1 hour\, 53 mins)\n \nNew from Executive Producer Bradley Cooper comes the story of paid and unpaid caregivers navigating the challenges and joys of this deeply meaningful work. Intertwining intimate personal stories with the untold history of caregiving\, the PBS documentary reveals America’s caregiving crisis through intimate stories and expert insight.
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/documentary-screening-caregiving-dir-bradley-cooper/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123000
CREATED:20250515T174847Z
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SUMMARY:Cool at Camp: A New Musical Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 6:00 pm\nMembers: $42; non-members: $46\nAge 16+ recommended  \nGather your camp BFFs\, put on your favorite camp swag\, and come revisit your summers at sleep away camp as we present a reading of a real and raunchy meshuga musical about kids\, camp\, and coming of age. \n 
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/cool-at-camp-a-new-musical-comedy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T103000
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "Adam & Eve and Adam & Steve: Exploring Religious Perspectives on Gay Marriage"
DESCRIPTION:Rabbi Ron Symons will guide us through the sensitive matters related to how different religious denominations across the religions understand the role of 21st century marriage considering long-held religious beliefs. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/challah-and-conversation-adam-eve-and-adam-steve-exploring-religious-perspectives-on-gay-marriage-2/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123000
CREATED:20250703T193007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T143132Z
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SUMMARY:Third Act Circle: A Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members & non-members \nThose experiencing the stage of life referred to as “the third act” are invited to come together to talk\, laugh\, share stories\, and support one another through life’s ups and downs. Whether you’re navigating retirement\, dealing with health changes\, coping with loss\, or just looking to connect with others in a similar life stage\, this group offers a place where you can feel heard and understood. Facilitated by Rena\, the focus is on encouragement and community. Bring your lunch!
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/third-act-circle-a-peer-support-group/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T130000
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SUMMARY:Hot Topics: "What Did You Say?” with Audiologist Dr. Marisa Boyle
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members & non-members \nJoin us for a presentation that addresses the social\, emotional\, and mental effects of hearing loss and new developments in hearing aid technology. This presentation is for anyone who needs to learn about hearing\, hearing aids\, and how the lack of caring for your hearing can be harmful to your health. \nAbout the presenter: Dr. Marisa Boyle has been practicing as a Doctor of Audiology\, NYS hearing aid dispenser and adjunct clinical supervisor for over 25 years. In the past 22 years she has been practicing at Westchester Hearing Instruments\, where she specializes in the diagnosis\, treatment and aural rehabilitation of hearing loss for adults. Her advanced training includes the fitting of high-definition digital hearing aids and assistive listening devices\, as she focuses on aural rehabilitation for the patient\, and their families. \nDr. Boyle understands the challenges of living with hearing loss as she was diagnosed with a bilateral hearing loss at age four. Her objective is to improve the quality of life for her patients through better hearing.
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/hot-topics-what-did-you-say-with-audiologist-dr-marisa-boyle/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T201500
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SUMMARY:JCC Book Club: "Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members & non-members \nThis New York Times bestseller follows Eleanor Oliphant\, a socially isolated woman who believes she’s perfectly fine living a rigid\, lonely life. After befriending a kind coworker and helping an elderly man\, she begins to confront her traumatic past and discovers she’s capable of more than just surviving—she can truly live.
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/jcc-book-club-eleanor-oliphant-is-completely-fine-by-gail-honeyman/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T103000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123000
CREATED:20250627T163534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T143136Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "Bastille Day and Jewish Identity"
DESCRIPTION:July 14\, 1789 marked a pivotal moment in the journey of the French people towards independence. While the theme is often celebrated through the music of Les Miserables)\, I am curious about how the Jews of France fit into that journey. Just wait until you see what the Jews of that era had to say about being a Frenchman and a Jew at the same time! Trust me\, their conversations are relevant for us today in 2025 America. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/challah-and-conversation-bastille-day-and-jewish-identity/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123000
CREATED:20250617T135312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T143140Z
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SUMMARY:92NY Live Presents: "2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America"
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members & non-members \nJoin Wall Street Journal’s Josh Dawsey\, The New York Times’ Tyler Pager and The Washington Post’s Isaac Arnsdorf with Pulitzer Prize-winner Maggie Haberman for a conversation about their riveting book on Donald Trump’s stunning political comeback and what it means for America. \nNearly four years after Trump’s first turbulent presidency concluded in a violent attempt to overturn the election\, he made a political comeback on a scale that stunned the nation. Drawing on extraordinary access to the Trump\, Biden\, and Harris teams\, Dawsey\, Pager\, and Arnsdorf’s investigative reporting  brings us the definitive account of how he did it. \nIn a special conversation\, hear these award-winning journalists talk to Maggie Haberman about how the 2024 election is influencing Trump’s policy—and what it means for US democracy.
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/92ny-live-presents-2024-how-trump-retook-the-white-house-and-the-democrats-lost-america/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T153000
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SUMMARY:Cooking with Amy: Great Grain Bowls
DESCRIPTION:Members: $10; non-members: $15 \nJoin resident culinary specialist Amy Pane as we uncover the mystery of grains! Together we’ll learn about the history\, health benefits\, and culinary uses of different delicious and versatile grains (both with and without gluten). Amy will demo how to prepare three grain salads to enjoy in class and everyone will go home with recipes.
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/cooking-with-amy-great-grain-bowls/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123000
CREATED:20250408T134421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T184341Z
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SUMMARY:Verve Book Club: “The Alienist” by Caleb Carr
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members and non-members \nThe Alienist by Caleb Carr is a historical thriller set in 1896 New York City\, where psychologist (or “alienist”) Dr. Laszlo Kreizler teams up with journalist John Schuyler Moore to investigate a series of gruesome child murders. Using emerging forensic and psychological profiling techniques\, the team delves into the dark underbelly of the city to uncover the killer’s identity. As they face resistance from powerful institutions\, they confront the complexities of justice\, morality\, and the human psyche.
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/verve-book-club-the-narrow-land-by-christine-dwyer-hickey/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123000
CREATED:20250708T170954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T143131Z
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SUMMARY:Voyages with Verve: A Taste of Uganda
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members and non-members\, includes regional snack \nJoin us for a virtual tour of the vibrant and bustling Nakasero market in Uganda’s capital city\, Kampala. Nestled among the city’s iconic seven hills\, Nakasero offers a glimpse into daily life in Kampala\, where bustling streets are alive with the energy of vendors and shoppers. As our guide leads us through the market\, we’ll encounter a kaleidoscope of colors and scents\, with stalls overflowing with fresh fruits and vegetables\, showcasing Uganda’s rich agricultural heritage and learning more about this East African country’s unique culture. \n 
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/voyages-with-verve-a-taste-of-uganda/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T201500
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CREATED:20250624T164331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T143139Z
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SUMMARY:Foreign Affairs Discussion: The World’s Biggest Humanitarian Crises & the U.S. Connection
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members; $10 for non-members \nSudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo are facing two of the largest\, deadliest humanitarian and human rights crises in the world. And while it might come as a surprise to many\, Americans hold deep economic connections to both countries. How can we use these connections to hold those responsible accountable and work towards achieving peace and respect for human rights? Join us for a conversation with John Prendergast\, renowned human rights activist\, New York Times bestselling author\, co-founder with George Clooney of The Sentry\, and proud JCC member. \n 
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/foreign-affairs-discussion-the-worlds-biggest-humanitarian-crises-the-u-s-connection/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123000
CREATED:20250723T133215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T133215Z
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SUMMARY:Third Act Circle: A Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members and non-members \nThose experiencing the stage of life referred to as “the third act” are invited to come together to talk\, laugh\, share stories\, and support one another through life’s ups and downs. Whether you’re navigating retirement\, dealing with health changes\, coping with loss\, or just looking to connect with others in a similar life stage\, this group offers a place where you can feel heard and understood. Facilitated by Rena\, the focus is on encouragement and community. Bring your lunch!
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/third-act-circle-a-peer-support-group-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T143130Z
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SUMMARY:Documentary Screening in The Ark: “Reckonings”
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members and non-members\nRunning time: 74 mins \nDirected by award-winning filmmaker Roberta Grossman\, Reckonings recounts the tense negotiations between Jewish and German leaders as they met in secret to arrange the unthinkable – compensation for Holocaust survivors. The film will be followed by a discussion with Rabbi Ron Symons. \nSee trailer here
URL:https://shamesjcc.npgdev.com/event/documentary-screening-in-the-ark-reckonings/
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