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SUMMARY:Schmooze and News
DESCRIPTION:Judy Arnold will lead this month’s discussion about the biggest news stories. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nBagels will be served. FREE and open to everyone! \n  \n 
URL:https://jccns.org/event/schmooze-and-news-25/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T180000
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SUMMARY:Shabbat by the Outdoor Pool
DESCRIPTION:This week’s celebration welcoming Shabbat will be hosted by Temple Sinai. \nEveryone is welcome!  Bring friends! Please RSVP below. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, please check the JCCNS Facebook and Instagram pages for updates. \nFor more information\, email Familyconnector@jccns.com
URL:https://jccns.org/event/shabbat-by-the-outdoor-pool-11/
LOCATION:JCCNS Outdoor Pool\, 4 Community Road\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Home-Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Connector":MAILTO:FamilyConnector@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T141525Z
CREATED:20260623T132852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T141525Z
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SUMMARY:Making Sense of the Middle East
DESCRIPTION:JCCNS Community Conversation Series \nWith reports of a new US-Iran agreement and continuing tensions involving Israel and the broader region\, understanding the rapidly changing Middle East has never been more important.\nJoin Dr. Yoni Michanie\, Director of Israel Education at Gann Academy\, for an insightful discussion of the latest developments\, historical context\, and what may lie ahead for the region and the world. \nEvent is free and open to everyone!  Please RSVP below. \n \n 
URL:https://jccns.org/event/making-sense-of-the-middle-east/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T140000
DTSTAMP:20260521T164904Z
CREATED:20260518T154622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T164904Z
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SUMMARY:The JCCNS North Shore Singers
DESCRIPTION:Led by Debra Basil \nDo you love music and singing? Join us for a joyful hour of song at the JCCNS! No experience required\, but enthusiasm is much appreciated! \nSession starts Tuesday\, June 23rd\, and will run weekly for six weeks. \n$85/members\, $95/community \nTo register\, contact Sara Ewing at sewing@jccns.com or 857-285-7913
URL:https://jccns.org/event/the-jccns-north-shore-singers/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Home-Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Ewing":MAILTO:sewing@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T155842Z
CREATED:20260605T155842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T155842Z
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SUMMARY:Spouses Healing Circle
DESCRIPTION:at Periwinkles Food Shoppe\, 540B Loring Ave\, Salem\, MA \n\nFinding Joy in Summer: Navigating Connection\, Memories\, and New Moments \nSummer brings longer days\, family gatherings\, vacations\, and opportunities for connection\, but it can also present unique challenges for those grieving the loss of a spouse. \nJoin Rabbi Michael Schwartz for a supportive conversation about navigating summer’s social moments while making room for joy\, laughter\, and meaningful experiences. Together\, we’ll share strategies for managing difficult interactions\, celebrate the season’s simple pleasures\, and explore ways to embrace connection while honoring our loved ones. \n\nYou can grab dinner or just coffee\, and join us for a discussion. \nFree and open to everyone. Please RSVP to sewing@jccns.com \n 
URL:https://jccns.org/event/spouses-healing-circle-3/
LOCATION:Periwinkles\, 540B Loring Ave\, Salem\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260918T173854Z
CREATED:20260608T183614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T173854Z
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SUMMARY:Open Play Canasta & Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:Join us for weekly Canasta/Mah Jongg games! \nPlease bring your own playing cards and card holder for Canasta\, and your own sets for Mah Jongg. \nOPEN TO ALL. \nMembers: Free\nCommunity: $5 paid at The Welcome Center. \nEveryone is welcome! If a table is full and another player arrives\, please invite them to join and rotate as needed. Let’s keep Open Play welcoming\, inclusive\, and fun for all.
URL:https://jccns.org/event/open-play-canasta-mah-jongg/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T140000
DTSTAMP:20260521T163539Z
CREATED:20260518T154845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T163539Z
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SUMMARY:The JCCNS North Shore Singers
DESCRIPTION:Led by Debra Basil \nDo you love music and singing? Join us for a joyful hour of song at the JCCNS! No experience required\, but enthusiasm is much appreciated! \nSession starts Tuesday\, June 23rd\, and will run weekly for six weeks. \n$85/members\, $95/community \nRegister below or  contact Sara Ewing at sewing@jccns.com or 857-285-7913
URL:https://jccns.org/event/the-jccns-north-shore-singers-2/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Home-Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Ewing":MAILTO:sewing@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T131752Z
CREATED:20260428T173505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T131752Z
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SUMMARY:JCCNS Annual Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:The funds raised from the JCCNS Golf Outing help to support the JCCNS Inclusion Program for children and adults with physical and intellectual differences and disabilities\, and provide scholarship assistance to children in our Early Childhood Program\, Summer at the J camps\, and J Adventure after-school program. \n11:30am – Registration\, chipping and putting practice areas open\n12:00pm – Lunch\n1:00pm – Shotgun start\n5:30pm – Cocktails & Dinner \nGolfer fee – $350\, includes greens fees\, lunch\, cocktail reception and dinner\nDinner only – $80 \nPlease contact Chief Operating Officer/Director of Development Karen Bar-Or at kbaror@jccns.com with any questions \n\nMORE INFORMATION
URL:https://jccns.org/event/jccns-annual-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Tedesco Country Club\, 154 Tedesco Street\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home-Register
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T165538Z
CREATED:20260528T150526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T165538Z
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SUMMARY:Learn Mah Jong at the J
DESCRIPTION:Ready to learn one of today’s most popular games?  \nJoin instructor Sandra Goldstein for a fun and engaging beginner Mah Jong series designed to get you confidently playing in just four weeks! \nJune 9th-June 30th \nCost:\n$115 Members\, $140 Non-Members\nIncludes:\nOfficial Mah Jong card\nPrinted playing instructions \n  \nRegistration is now closed. Please email Sara Ewing at sewing@jccns.com to be placed on a waitlist.
URL:https://jccns.org/event/learn-mah-jong-at-the-j-2/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T203000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170353Z
CREATED:20260518T133514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T170353Z
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SUMMARY:The Catskills: History\, Happenings and Back Stories
DESCRIPTION:at Temple Sinai\, 1 Community Road\, Marblehead \nThe Catskill Mountains and their fabled hotels changed Jewish and American Culture. Learn about its beginnings\, why it became so popular\, and how it changed and impacted lives as it developed into “the place to be” in the summers of the 1950s and 1960s. \nJoin us to listen to stories from those who lived it\, and some who became famous. \nWine\, Cheese\, and More\, followed by a talk\, a chicken dinner\, and then additional anecdotes. \n4:30pm: Wine and Cheese\n5:15pm: Program\n6:15pm: Dinner\n7:15pm: Program \nFee: $25 per person; $36 to sponsor. \nRSVP and payment required by June 10th to Susan Weiner at susan.templesinai@gmail.com \nNo walk-ins.
URL:https://jccns.org/event/the-catskills-history-happenings-and-back-stories/
LOCATION:Temple Sinai\, 1 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home-Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T160626Z
CREATED:20260515T160626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T160626Z
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SUMMARY:114th JCCNS Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the JCCNS as we celebrate our collective achievements and successes\, the installation of our new Board Members\, and honor our distinguished 2026 award recipients. This year\, we are delighted to honor and recognize: \nPresidential Award:\nSarah Fenwick and Sam Andler \nBea Paul Professional Staff Award:\nHeather Greenberg \nSamuel S. Stahl Community Service Award:\nKaren and David Rosenberg \nPlease RSVP below by Wednesday\, June 10th. 
URL:https://jccns.org/event/114th-jccns-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Stern":MAILTO:mstern@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T095000
DTSTAMP:20260602T171523Z
CREATED:20260602T171521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T171523Z
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SUMMARY:Israeli Folk Dancing
DESCRIPTION:This week’s class will be held at the JCCNS in the Group Ex room. \nFREE but please RSVP if you plan on attending to ns.folk.dance@gmail.com
URL:https://jccns.org/event/israeli-folk-dancing-13-2/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T160840Z
CREATED:20260512T173443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T160840Z
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SUMMARY:Sea Serpents Rubber Duck Race
DESCRIPTION:Sponsor a duck in advance online or on the day of the swim meet for your chance to win!\nThe duck race will be held after the swim meet on Saturday\, June 13th\, at the Outdoor Pool. \nDeadline to sponsor a duck is noon on Friday\, June 12th.  You may also purchase with cash or Venmo on the day of the swim meet. \nFor questions\, contact Ashley Vieira at avieira@jccns.com. \nDucks can be purchased below. \n1st place: 50/502nd place: $50 gift card3rd place: $25 gift card \n1 Duck for $103 Ducks for $2010 Ducks for $50
URL:https://jccns.org/event/sea-serpents-rubber-duck-race/
LOCATION:JCCNS Outdoor Pool\, 4 Community Road\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Aquatics Events,Family Events,Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Vieira":MAILTO:avieira@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T203000
DTSTAMP:20260529T145650Z
CREATED:20260528T150518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T145650Z
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SUMMARY:Learn Mah Jong at the J
DESCRIPTION:Ready to learn one of today’s most popular games?  \nJoin instructor Sandra Goldstein for a fun and engaging beginner Mah Jong series designed to get you confidently playing in just four weeks! \nJune 9th-June 30th \nCost:\n$115 Members\, $140 Non-Members\nIncludes:\nOfficial Mah Jong card\nPrinted playing instructions \nPlease bring a check made payable to Sandra Goldstein to the first class. \nRegistration is now closed. Please email Sara Ewing at sewing@jccns.com to be placed on a waitlist.
URL:https://jccns.org/event/learn-mah-jong-at-the-j/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Home-Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T180805Z
CREATED:20260415T180805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T180805Z
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SUMMARY:JCCNS Women's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:We will be discussing The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides \nBook club will be meeting on Zoom only.  Please email Sara Ewing at sewing@jccns.com for Zoom link
URL:https://jccns.org/event/jccns-womens-book-club-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Ewing":MAILTO:sewing@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T144414Z
CREATED:20260511T133042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T144414Z
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SUMMARY:Schmooze and News
DESCRIPTION:NEW TIME FOR THIS MONTH ONLY. \nJoin us for an invigorating discussion about the month’s biggest news stories. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nBagels will be served. FREE and open to everyone! \n 
URL:https://jccns.org/event/schmooze-and-news-24/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170253Z
CREATED:20260430T170137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T170253Z
UID:14905-1780513200-1780516800@jccns.org
SUMMARY:Secrets Hidden. Secrets Revealed: A Conversation with Phyllis Karas
DESCRIPTION:at Abbot Public Library\, 235 Pleasant Street\, Marblehead Bestselling author and award-winning journalist Phyllis Karas will discuss her new book\, “Curse of the Blumenthals\,” the history of one close-knit New England Jewish-American family and their dark relationship with alcohol. The book follows the Blumenthal clan over a ninety-year period\, from bootlegging arrests in 1920’s Providence\, a drunk driver killing six members of their family in 1935\, to the shocking and headline-grabbing 1954 murder of a Boston seamstress committed by teenager Ronnie Blumenthal. Though Blumenthal confessed and spent thirteen years in prison\, to this day\, the family isn’t sure if Ronnie or another family member was the killer. Registration is required – please register below. Refreshments will be served.\n					\n									Register
URL:https://jccns.org/event/secrets-hidden-secrets-revealed-a-conversation-with-phyllis-karas/
LOCATION:Abbot Public Library\, 235 Pleasant Street\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home-Partner
ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T123000
DTSTAMP:20260507T131336Z
CREATED:20260507T131336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T131336Z
UID:15012-1780399800-1780403400@jccns.org
SUMMARY:Zionism in Action\, Learn about Sar-El
DESCRIPTION:Mid-day speaker series \nJoin us to hear from Keren Dahan\, CEO of Sar-El\, the volunteer wing of the Israel Defense Forces that places volunteers on IDF bases supporting vital efforts\, including packing and shipping medical supplies\, food\, and equipment to units across Israel. \nLearn about Sar-El’s history\, current opportunities\, and hear firsthand from members of our community who have volunteered on bases. \nVolunteers must be 18+\, all are welcome to attend this program. \nCoffee and bagels will be served. \nEvent is free\, please RSVP below.
URL:https://jccns.org/event/zionism-in-action-learn-about-sar-el/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260806T193452Z
CREATED:20260430T154252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T193452Z
UID:14892-1779382800-1779382800@jccns.org
SUMMARY:Shavuot Learning - An Evening of Community Study
DESCRIPTION:at Epstein Hillel School \nwith Rabbis Mangold\, Safran\, Ragozin\, Schwartz and Ellinoy along with Amy Gold \, Marty Schneer\, JCCNS Chief Executive Officer\, and more. \nJoin us for the beautiful Jewish custom of Tikkun Leil Shavuot — a night of study — as we prepare for the giving of the Torah at Mt. Sinai. This year’s theme is “My Favorite Jewish Hero/Heroine\,” and we’ll also celebrate our community’s “first fruits” — new Jewish residents on the North Shore\, families with new babies\, and newly retired community members. \n5:00pm: Family program and pizza dinner \n6:00pm: Full community gathering with dairy dinner \nEvent is FREE\, but please RSVP below.
URL:https://jccns.org/event/shavuot-learning-an-evening-of-community-study-2/
LOCATION:Epstein Hillel School\, 6 Community Road\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T130903Z
CREATED:20260506T130856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T130903Z
UID:14995-1779012000-1779022800@jccns.org
SUMMARY:JCCNS Early Childhood Program Family Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Join the JCCNS Early Childhood Program for games\, bounce houses\, pony rides\, food\, fun and more! \n					\n									Get Tickets
URL:https://jccns.org/event/jccns-early-childhood-program-family-carnival-2/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Walsh":MAILTO:swalsh@jccns.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T134919Z
CREATED:20260316T170021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T134919Z
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SUMMARY:We Met at Grossinger’s
DESCRIPTION:With introduction and facilitated Q&A by Eileen Pollack. \nWe Met at Grossinger’s is a joyful\, nostalgic look at the legendary Grossinger’s Resort and Hotel\, the iconic Catskills retreat that helped define the Jewish Borscht Belt and inspired Dirty Dancing. Built by three generations of visionary women\, the resort became a vibrant haven where Jewish Americans and other outsiders—including guests like Jackie Robinson and Eleanor Roosevelt—found community\, creativity\, and joy. Blending history with nostalgia\, the film celebrates a golden era that left an indelible mark on American culture. \nThis film is generously sponsored by Leslie and Bob Ogan. \n					\n									Get Tickets
URL:https://jccns.org/event/we-met-at-grossingers/
LOCATION:Cinema Salem\, 1 East India Square Mall\, Salem\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T142313Z
CREATED:20260501T142313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T142313Z
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SUMMARY:Daniel Boone\, Davy Crockett\, and the American Myth
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Mid-Day Speakers Series In Partnership with Explorers Lifelong Learning   \nWith Michael Goldman\, political consultant and Salem Explorers lecturer \nFor more than 250 years\, Americans have often favored legend over historical accuracy\, embracing simplified myths in place of complex truths. This longstanding habit of myth-making has\nshaped not only how we remember figures like Daniel Boone and Davy Crockett\, but also how we understand leadership\, identity\, and truth itself in American culture today. \nCoffee and bagels will be served. \nEvent is FREE\, please RSVP below.
URL:https://jccns.org/event/daniel-boone-davy-crockett-and-the-american-myth/
LOCATION:JCCNS\, 4 Community Rd.\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945
CATEGORIES:Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T152331Z
CREATED:20260403T162221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T152331Z
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SUMMARY:Tell Me Everything
DESCRIPTION:The film has been rescheduled from May 12 to tonight.  \nAmid the late ’80s pop craze and rising HIV epidemic\, 12-year-old Boaz uncovers a devastating secret about the father he idolizes that threatens to tear his family apart. Across a yearslong journey\, Boaz seeks to heal the wound and reclaim the father-son bond he never stopped yearning for. \nWith introduction by Roy Jaffe\, Director of Cultural Affairs\, Consulate General of Israel to New England \nThis film is generously sponsored by Rhonda and John Gilberg. \n					\n									Get Tickets
URL:https://jccns.org/event/tell-me-everything/
LOCATION:Cinema Salem\, 1 East India Square Mall\, Salem\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T163633Z
CREATED:20260422T163447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T163633Z
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SUMMARY:Scotch and Schmooze with Kenneth L. Marcus
DESCRIPTION:at Congregation Shirat Hayam\, 55 Atlantic Ave\, Swampscott \nFighting Back Against Campus Anti-Semitism \nJoin us to discuss the situation on U.S. College Campuses and beyond\, as well as legal responses from the U.S. Government\, The Louis D. Brandeis Center and others. \nHon. Kenneth L. Marcus is the Founder\, Chairman\, and CEO of The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law\, the leading civil rights legal organization fighting against anti-Semitism. The New York Times has called him “The Man Who Helped Redefine Campus Anti-Semitism.” \n7:00pm-Scoth (wine & non-alcholic bevrages available)\n7:30pm-Schmooze \nEvent is free\, please RSVP below. \n\nRSVP
URL:https://jccns.org/event/scotch-and-schmooze-with-kenneth-marcus/
LOCATION:Congregation Shirat Hayam\, 55 Atlantic Avenue\, Swampscott\, MA\, 01907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home-Partner
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T183000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162127Z
CREATED:20260421T162127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T162127Z
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SUMMARY:Spouses Healing Circle
DESCRIPTION:at Periwinkles Food Shoppe\, 540B Loring Ave\, Salem\, MA \nKeeping One’s Heart Open in View of Loss \nThis month’s gathering will be facilitated by Howard Weiner\, Licensed Psychologist and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.  \nJoin us for an open conversation about some of the common challenges that can make it harder to move forward after a loss. These may include feelings of regret\, guilt\, or even anger toward the person you loved and lost—emotions that can be difficult to acknowledge and work through. \nYou can grab dinner or just coffee\, and join us for a discussion. \nFree and open to everyone. Please RSVP to sewing@jccns.com \n 
URL:https://jccns.org/event/spouses-healing-circle-2/
LOCATION:Periwinkles\, 540B Loring Ave\, Salem\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home-Register
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T165737Z
CREATED:20260316T170014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T165737Z
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SUMMARY:Frontier
DESCRIPTION:With introduction and facilitated Q&A by Nancy Harrowitz. \nIn 1943\, as Francisco Franco closes the Pyrenees to Jews fleeing Nazi persecution\, a small-town Spanish border official makes the risky decision to defy orders. With the help of a local woman and a French smuggler\, he begins secretly guiding Jewish refugees to safety. What starts as a quiet act of conscience soon grows into a dangerous underground rescue network—one that forces him and his wife to confront the lingering wounds of the Spanish Civil War. \nFor all of the “Monday Matinees” at the Warwick enjoy 10% off at the Beacon Lobster Room Cafe which will open at 10:00AM! \nClick HERE for menu. \n					\n									Get Tickets
URL:https://jccns.org/event/frontier/
LOCATION:Warwick Cinema\, 123 Pleasant Street\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260211T153554Z
CREATED:20260211T153554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T153554Z
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SUMMARY:JCCNS Women's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:We will be discussing Paper Girl by Beth Macy \nBook club will be meeting on Zoom only.  Please email Sara Ewing at sewing@jccns.com for Zoom link
URL:https://jccns.org/event/jccns-womens-book-club-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Ewing":MAILTO:sewing@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T160636Z
CREATED:20260316T170002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T160636Z
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SUMMARY:The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue
DESCRIPTION:With introduction and post-film discussion moderated by Karen Bar-Or\, JCCNS Chief Operating Officer and Development Director. \nThe Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue recounts retired Israeli general Noam Tibon’s desperate race across Israel on October 7\, 2023\, to save his son’s family after terrorists stormed their home. As the country descends into chaos\, Tibon confronts roadblocks\, ambushes\, and a collapsing security system in a high-stakes mission to reach them in time. This gripping documentary is a powerful story of courage\, family\, and survival on one of Israel’s darkest days. \nThis film is generously sponsored by Sharon and Howard Rich. \n					\n									Get Tickets
URL:https://jccns.org/event/the-road-between-us-the-ultimate-rescue/
LOCATION:Cinema Salem\, 1 East India Square Mall\, Salem\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T164412Z
CREATED:20260428T155128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T164412Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn at EHS
DESCRIPTION:at Epstein Hillel School\, 6 Community Road\, Marblehead \nHow to best prepare your child for the next step in their education. \n\nLearn about the indicators of kindergarten readiness from a panel of experienced educators and specialists.\nHear tips on how to help your child prepare for this important transition.\nAsk questions as part of a discussion led by EHS Head of School\, Amy Gold.\n\nThis event is FREE and open to the community. \nKindly RSVP to Rebecca Karen\, rkaren@epsteinhillel.org \n  \n 
URL:https://jccns.org/event/lunch-and-learn-at-ehs/
LOCATION:Epstein Hillel School\, 6 Community Road\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135741Z
CREATED:20260316T170014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T135741Z
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SUMMARY:Matchmaking 2
DESCRIPTION:With introduction and facilitated Q&A by Rabbi Raysh Weiss\, Co-Senior Rabbi\, Temple Israel of Natick. \nThe characters from Matchmaking return in this endearing romantic comedy set against the cultural tensions between Ashkenazi and Sephardic communities. Baruch Auerbach is a graduate student who still lives in a small room at the yeshiva where he once studied and now works as the devoted assistant to the matchmaker Malchi. When Malchi asks him to pick up her younger daughter Shira from the airport\, Baruch decides it’s finally time for him to get married—but he soon discovers that being taken seriously as an eligible suitor is easier said than done. Featuring a stellar supporting cast that includes Reymonde Amsallem\, this charming sequel stands on its own and offers a delightful romantic journey even for those unfamiliar with the original film. \nThis film is generously sponsored by The Gary and Jonathan M. Ogan Fund. \n					\n									Get Tickets
URL:https://jccns.org/event/matchmaking-2/
LOCATION:Cinema Salem\, 1 East India Square Mall\, Salem\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Weiss":MAILTO:lweiss@jccns.com
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