2019-20 Lecture Series
2019-20 Lecture Series Schedule
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Thursday, Oct. 24th 10:30AM to 12:00PM Jewish Cowboys
Yes, there really were Jewish cowboys, and we’re not just talking the “Frisco Kid”. Come hear about these brave and not so brave pioneers of the West. Saddle up and learn about this special piece of Americana.
Presented by Rabbi Shoshana Hantman
Yes, there really were Jewish cowboys, and we’re not just talking the “Frisco Kid”. Come hear about these brave and not so brave pioneers of the West. Saddle up and learn about this special piece of Americana.
Presented by Rabbi Shoshana Hantman
Wednesday, Nov. 6th 7:30PM to 9:00PM Israel’s Game of Thrones, Part II
Last season’s Game of Thrones generated a great deal of interest. So, we return with part II. You’re sure to learn things you never thought could happened as we continue our journey through history.
Last season’s Game of Thrones generated a great deal of interest. So, we return with part II. You’re sure to learn things you never thought could happened as we continue our journey through history.
Presented by Rabbi Jennifer Jaech
Thursday, Nov. 14th 10:30AM to 12:00PM The Hidden Lives of Biblical Women
No need to be a biblical scholar. Come hear the “feminine side” of our ancient story.
Presented by Rabbi Shoshana Hantman
No need to be a biblical scholar. Come hear the “feminine side” of our ancient story.
Presented by Rabbi Shoshana Hantman
Thursday, Nov. 21st 12:00PM to 2:00PM J.E.W.E.L. Historians Examine Anti-Semitism The many tentacles of anti-Semitism stretch covertly into all areas of society, culture and finance and overtly as outright prejudice. We will examine the many diverse components that add up to anti-Semitism.
Presented by Dr. Jack Judd
Thursday, Dec. 12th 7:30PM to 9:00PM The Star Spangled Banner
Written in 1814, “The Star Spangled Banner” is the most controversial song in US
history and continues to inflame passions to this day. Hear fascinating hidden history about our nation’s national anthem.
Presented by Mark Ferris
Presented by Mark Ferris
Thursday Dec. 19th 10:30AM to 12:00PM The Borscht Belt
Visit this remarkable place and the remarkable people who created it. Hear about the many sites and personalities that made the Borscht Belt the phenomenon it was.
Visit this remarkable place and the remarkable people who created it. Hear about the many sites and personalities that made the Borscht Belt the phenomenon it was.
Presented by Marty Schneit
Thursday, Jan. 23rd 12:00PM to 2:00PM J.E.W.E.L. A Review of Jewish Immigration
Beginning in 1654 and continuing to today, explore why some Jews were admitted to the US and some were turned away.
Beginning in 1654 and continuing to today, explore why some Jews were admitted to the US and some were turned away.
Presented by Dr. Jack Judd.
Thursday, Feb. 13th 10:30AM to 12:00PM Jewish New York
Jewish America started in NYC. Explore highlights that include Temple Emanuel, the Eldridge Street Synagogue, Zabars, Henny Youngman and the garment industry.
Jewish America started in NYC. Explore highlights that include Temple Emanuel, the Eldridge Street Synagogue, Zabars, Henny Youngman and the garment industry.
Presented by Marty Schneit.
Thursday, Feb. 27th 10:30AM to 12:00PM What is Talmud
What Talmud really is and why it is central to our Judaism will be explored. Learn how “The Rabbis” interpreted the written word of Torah.
Presented by Prof. David Sperling, TINW Scholar-in-Residence
What Talmud really is and why it is central to our Judaism will be explored. Learn how “The Rabbis” interpreted the written word of Torah.
Presented by Prof. David Sperling, TINW Scholar-in-Residence
Thursday, Mar. 12th 10:30AM to 12:00PM A Touch of Yiddish
Remember when your parents and grandparents spoke Yiddish so that you wouldn’t understand what they were saying? Didn’t you always want to learn what those phrases meant? You won’t leave fluent, but you might be inspired to learn more.
Presented by Prof. David Sperling, TINW Scholar-in-Residence
Remember when your parents and grandparents spoke Yiddish so that you wouldn’t understand what they were saying? Didn’t you always want to learn what those phrases meant? You won’t leave fluent, but you might be inspired to learn more.
Presented by Prof. David Sperling, TINW Scholar-in-Residence
Thursday, Mar. 19th 7:30PM to 9:00PM Feisty Jews
From the days of the Maccabees, Jews have fought back against tyranny,
anti-Semitism and injustice. Journey through history as we put the spotlight on those who fought for the Jewish people against all odds.
Presented by Bruce Appelbaum
anti-Semitism and injustice. Journey through history as we put the spotlight on those who fought for the Jewish people against all odds.
Presented by Bruce Appelbaum
Thursday, Apr. 23rd 12:00PM to 2:00PM J.E.W.E.L. Reprising: My Dual Career
Jack Judd, our Temple historian will reprise a presentation given last year and will tell
Jack Judd, our Temple historian will reprise a presentation given last year and will tell
personal stories about his life's work.
Presented by Dr. Jack Judd.
Thursday, May 21st 7:30PM to 9:00PM Brotherhood Movie Night
The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler...A remarkable hero of WWII who saved 2,500 children during the German occupation of Poland.
More Event Information
Evening Lectures are sponsored by the Temple Israel Brotherhood. All other lectures are presented by J.E.W.E.L (Jewish Education While Eating Lunch) and Adult Education of Temple Israel of
All events are held in TINW's Community room and are open at no charge to Temple members and members of the community. Light refreshments will be served. For the J.E.W.E.L presentations, bring your own lunch…we’ll supply the coffee and cookies.
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Pause & Breathe Yoga Series with Cathleen Baker
Friday, Jan 17th 6:00pm to 7:00pm
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MLK-Croton Commemoration
Sunday, Jan 19th 12:00pm to 2:30pm
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Peekskill Area Pastors' Association MLK Service
Monday, Jan 20th 4:00pm to 6:00pm
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Tuesday, Jan 21st 7:30pm to 9:30pm
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