A Conversation with the Author: Jeremy Dauber
Wednesday, Dec. 6 | 7 p.m.
Rodef Shalom Congregation | 4905 Fifth Ave.
 
Admission is free with registration. 

The Rauh Jewish History Program & Archives is pleased to be a sponsor of A Conversation with the Author, hosted by Rodef Shalom Congregation. The inaugural season of the series features five award-winning authors talking about their recently published books. Each talk will feature a presentation by the author, Q&A, and book signing.  
 
On Dec. 6, Columbia professor Jeremy Dauber will discuss his book "Jewish Comedy: A Serious History ." The book provides a rich account of Jewish humor -its nature, its development, and its vital role throughout Jewish history - from biblical times to the age of Twitter.
 

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Rodef Shalom Walking Tour
Friday, Dec. 8 | Noon to 1 p.m. 
Rodef Shalom Congregation | 4905 Fifth Ave.
 
The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council presents a guided tour of Rodef Shalom. Rodef Shalom Congregation docent Lynne Jacobson and Rauh Jewish History Program & Archives Director Eric Lidji will lead a tour through the historic landmark designed by architect Henry Hornbostel.  
 
The tour will focus on the building's stunning sanctuary, stained-glass windows, and public art collection, including Kent Bloomer's outdoor sculpture "Relief."  
 
Registration is $8 in advance and $10 on site. Tickets are limited, so please purchase in advance. 

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"Looking Back...While Moving Forward"
Sunday, Dec. 10 | 1 p.m.
Temple B'nai Israel | 2025 Cypress Dr., White Oak, Pa.
 
Admission is free. 

Rauh Jewish History Program & Archives Director Eric Lidji will provide a brief overview of the history and mission of the archives and explain how families can donate historic materials.
 
For more information, please contact Eric Lidji at eslidji@heinzhistorycenter.org or 412-454-6406. 
 
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