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  • Author Talks: #Antisemitism – Coming of Age During the Resurgence of Hate by Samantha A. Vinokor-Meinrath

    Sid Jacobson JCC 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, United States

    Join SJJCC, UJA-Federation of New York’s Rising Leaders, and Woodbury Jewish Center for a critical and timely program addressing the surge in antisemitism. Parents of children of all ages – Empower your family: Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath, an expert in the field of antisemitism education and awareness, will teach parents how they can tackle this difficult topic and […]

  • Film Screening: Israel Swings for Gold

    Mercaz Academy 25 Country Drive, Plainview, United States

    In 2021, Israel's baseball team competed in the Olympics for the first time. With no media allowed in Tokyo's Olympic Village, players recorded their own experiences which you can see in this film. Special guest appearances from Eric Holtz, Team Israel's manger during their Olympic run and director of the Israel Baseball Academy and Nate […]

  • Spotlight Speaker: On Being Jewish Now

    Sid Jacobson JCC 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, United States

    ON BEING JEWISH NOW BOOK PANEL WITH ZIBBY OWENS, AMY BLUMENFELD, BRENDA JANOWITZ, AND JANE L. ROSEN Get inspired at our thought-provoking discussion featuring four of today’s bestselling authors who have contributed to On Being Jewish Now. This intimate and hopeful collection of essays from authors and advocates delves into what it means to be […]

  • Purigefen: Purim Community Celebration

    Sid Jacobson JCC 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, United States

    Experience the joy of the holiday with activities, games, inflatables and music. Take part in in our costume contest, enjoy delicious hamantaschen, and celebrate like they do in Israel! In partnership with the Shevet Gefen Israeli Scouts.

  • Israeli Movie Night: Come Closer

    Sid Jacobson JCC 300 Forest Dr, East Hills, NY, United States

    See the acclaimed 2024 Israeli film, Come Closer, winner of 4 Ophir Awards, Israel’s version of the Oscars, including Best Film! The drama follows Eden, who after her brother tragically dies, her grief spirals into obsession when she discovers his secret girlfriend. It is a haunting exploration of love and loss. The film is in […]