Join us for two Sundays in January. We'll watch a documentary on our own and then you are invited to join a Zoom discussion led by an expert on each film. Watch one or both films.
Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy
January 24, 4-5 p.m.
This film explores the phenomenon that, over the fifty-year period of development, chronicles Broadway musicals created almost exclusively by Jewish Americans. Learn about the popular songs that our nation took to war, sang to their children at bedtime, and whistled while waiting for the bus – taken in total they comprise the vast majority of what is now commonly referred to as “The American Songbook". Director Michael Kantor
Discussion led by Rabbi Debbie Zecher, retired rabbi, cabaret singer and actor from the Berkshires who moved to New York City to pursue the dream of a “second act” as a singer.
This film is the first in-depth documentary that chronicles the story of Fiddler On The Roof, exploring the unexpected richness of its themes as well as its long reach across time and cultures. Director Max Lewkowicz, starring Lin Manuel Miranda.
11 am: Jewish Humor with TAA's Richard Huttner via Zoom. Email Richardfor details
TAA COMMUNITY—JOIN US!
Join us in reading
The Dignity of Difference:
How to Avoid the Clash of Civilizations
January 2, 9, 16, 23
To honor the memory of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (z"l) we are having a communal reading of his book
The Dignity of Difference.
We will discuss the book in four conversations following Shabbat zervices on January 2, 9, 16 and 23. Attend as many sessions as you like. We encourage you to order the book from the library or a local bookstore. If purchasing the book is a barrier to participation, please contact Rabbi Lewis to learn how to access funds for this.
Join us via Zoom to discuss Mornings in Jenin by Susan Abulhawa. All are welcome, whether or not you have been to previous meetings. R.S.V.P. to Barbara Kaplan.
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TAA Caregiver's Weekly Support Group
Tuesdays at 10:30 am
The Caregivers Support Group meets on Zoom at 10:30 am every Tuesday. Please contact Susan Doughtyto join the Zoom list.
Learn popular Israeli Folk dances and music enjoyed around the world! Beginners, experienced dancers, and music lovers always welcome. Dancing encouraged but not required - feel free to dance or watch & learn.
Attend any or all sessions.
Week 1: Best of 2020...
Week 2: Fun Line Dances!
Week 3: Popular Circle Dances...
Week 4: Dance Our Repertoire!!!
CLICK HERE to complete a questionnaireto express your interest (even if you prefer to wait until it's safe to dance in person) to receive group emails including ZOOM tips, dance videos and opportunities to join virtual sessions around the US & globe. Email Beth Gordonwith any questions.
Let’s build a repertoire!
COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS
Look What's Happening at the JCC North Shore
Turn the page on a new year and get involved in programs for adults and children from book groups, online fitness classes, discussion groups, cooking demonstrations, remote learning support for kids, and so much more.
Mazel Tov to Rabbi Carl Woolf upon his ordination as a Rabbi by the ALEPH (Alliance for Jewish Renewal) on Sunday! In celebration of this achievement you may make a contribution to ALEPH. (When you get to the donation page, please remember to click on Carl's name.)
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Messages of Hope and Light
As we leave the difficult year 2020 and enter 2021 we are filled with hope. Hope that the vaccine will become available to us all, hope that those who have suffered will see light at the end of the tunnel, and hope that we will slowly begin to return to seeing our families, friends, and our TAA community in person again.
During our virtual TAA Hanukkah Candle Lightings this year, several of our members shared readings and personal thoughts about “light.” In the coming weeks we will share these offerings. May we all find inspiration, optimism and gratitude as we enter 2021.
TAA members are invited to take a guided Zoom tour of some of Tel Aviv's most noteworthy and inspiring sculptures lead by Israeli guide Gadi Ben-Dov. Click here or on the image above for the Zoom link.
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Wednesday, Jan. 27, 7:30 p.m.
Zoom event - Human Connections in aDisconnected Universe,A three-generation family presentation featuring Judith H. Sherman, author, poet and Holocaust survivor.
Judith H. Sherman is the author of Say the Name: A Survivor’s Tale in Prose and Poetry. Contact Sharon Wyner to register.
Breaking Hate: A Conversation with Former Neo-Nazi Christian Picciolini
Sunday, Jan. 31, 11 a.m. EST
Lappin Foundation and the Teen Antisemitism Task Force invite teens and adults to a conversation with former Neo-Nazi Christian Picciolini. Christian Picciolini is an award-winning television producer, a public speaker, author, peace advocate, and a former violent extremist. A teen panel will facilitate the conversation with Mr. Picciolini about his journey from hate to peace.
The program is FREE and everyone is welcome. For more information contact Sharon Wyner at 978-565-4450.
Space Torah, Film Viewing and Discussion
Monday, Feb. 8, 7:30 p.m.
Adults, teens and children, ages 9 and older are invited to Space Torah, a thrilling journey into space with NASA astronaut Dr. Jeffrey Hoffman and the Space Torah. Join us for a screening and discussion of the documentary with Rachel Raz, the film’s Executive Producer, and Dr. Jeffrey Hoffman, NASA astronaut. The program is FREE and everyone is welcome.
For more information contact Susan Feinstein at 978-740-4431.
Our building remains physically closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our staff is checking email and voicemail. We welcome you to join us for any current Zoom offerings and we look forward to
re-joining with you in person again soon! Stay healthy and safe.