In conversation with Cat Mazur-Jefferies.The streets of New York in 1920 are most certainly not paved with gold, as Minnie Soffer learns when she arrives at Ellis Island. Her father, who left Ukraine when Minnie was a toddler, is a stranger. She sleeps on a mattress on the kitchen floor. She understands nothing at school. […]
Spotlighting the years during WWII when Henri Matisse and his family defiantly refused to evacuate Nazi-occupied France, this groundbreaking book illuminates the previously untold history of their passionate roles in the Resistance and the prodigious, revolutionary work the artist produced in the face of fascism, violence, and hate. Drawing on intimate letters and a multitude […]
We invite you to attend an Open House and tour of the Women’s Health Center. Come enjoy wine and cheese from 6:00pm–7:00pm followed by the event at 7:00 PM. It’s a great chance to explore our space! Join us for an informative presentation by Dr. Carmela Mancini focused on menopause. Together we’ll explore the symptoms, […]
Please join Eric Knight, who will cover basic strategies to help you use your devices more safely and to help avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime. Eric's bio: Eric Knight served as a Private Investigator, Special Investigator for the State Ethics Commission, Director of Civil Process for the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, and worked for the […]
At Congregation Shirat Hayam Join us at Congregation Shirat Hayam to support Israeli artisans. All proceeds will be sent directly to the artists. 1:00pm - 3:30pm: Handmade Jewelry, Fashion & Accessories, Home Decor & Judaica, Fine Arts & Photography, Cosmetics & Dead Sea Products, Children's Gifts & Toys, Culinary Delights 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm: Games […]
If we listen to commentators, a pattern quickly emerges: the more liberal the speaker, the more likely they are to attack Israel. Worse, many liberals say things about Israel that are patently false. After the October 7 Hamas attack, Barack Obama said that Israel had “unclean hands” because of the “unbearable occupation”. The trouble was, […]
Monthly Mid-Day Speakers Series In Partnership with Explorers Lifelong Learning The Life and Music of Ella Fitzgerald Join Bill Sano, musician and music historian, to learn about the extraordinary life, voice, and legacy of Ella Fitzgerald — one of the most influential jazz artists of all time. Coffee and bagels will be served Event is […]
Join us for an evening with Alice Hoffman, NYT Best-Selling author of more than 30 works of fiction, including the popular novel, Practical Magic!In conversation with Talya Sokoll, school librarian, author of educational guides for YA and Middle Grade books, and mikveh guide.Based on extensive research and published in cooperation with the Anne Frank House in […]
Join us to hear from Steve Rosenberg and Matthew Swartz, publisher and president of the Jewish Journal, about their original documentary on the survivors of the October 7 attack on the Nova Festival in Israel, followed by a viewing of the film. Event is free, please RSVP below.
Celebrate literacy at a free family-friendly Shabbat celebration! Best friends Charley Chipmunk and Seymour Squirrel are planning their Hanukkah celebration. “I’ll fry the latkes, and you bring the menorah and the candles,” Seymour suggests. But when Hanukkah arrives, Charley can’t remember what he is supposed to bring. He knows it started with the letter C. […]
