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May 2024
My Knees Were Jumping: Remembering the Kindertransports
Beginning in late 1938, nearly 10,000 unaccompanied children were sent to Great Britain from Nazi Germany, Austria, Czechoslovakia and Poland as part of the "Kindertransport" movement. Most never saw their parents again. Please join New York filmmaker Melissa Hacker, executive director of the Kindertransport Association and daughter of a rescued child from Vienna, to view her renowned film My Knees Were Jumping, and discuss the bravery of the adults and children who took part in this historic rescue. AC member…
Find out more »Yom HaShoah Reading of the Names
Each year, AC joins the JCC and other Upper West Side synagogues in the annual commemoration of Yom HaShoah, by reading from the book of names of those who perished in the Shoah. This year, B'nai Jeshurun is hosting the nighttime reading. AC has a designated 30-minute slot starting at 11pm for members to read the names. Participants are also welcome to read their own family names. Please email AC member David Israel if you would like to participate. If…
Find out more »Private Tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Judaica Collection
Join us for a tour of the Met's Judaica Collection when the museum is closed to the public. Limited to 20 people because of the size of the galleries. Register here by Tuesday, May 7 at noon.
Find out more »Jewish Prayer in a Time of War: For Who and Why?: A Panel Discussion with Minyan M’at
Minyan M’at, an egalitarian kahal at Ansche Chesed, is thrilled to sponsor a series of panels devoted to exploring issues that affect our community after the horrors of October 7 and Israel’s response. Outstanding Jewish thinkers will come together to talk about Jewish communal responses to October 7, the role of Zionism for Diaspora Jewry, the role of “Jewish Progressives”, and how we should think about prayer in a time of war. All events are free and open to the…
Find out more »‘Meet Your Neighbor’ Mother’s Day Brunch
Register here for Moms, Children and Volunteers - Limited spaces available Ansche Chesed is thrilled to partner with Knock Knock Give a Sock (KKGS) this Mother's Day! KKGS works to humanize homelessness one sock at a time. One of the ways KKGS works to end the stigma of homelessness is through creating 'Meet Your Neighbor Meals,' an experience that brings together communities living in houses and those who are experiencing homelessness -- side by side. Through brunch, shared experiences of…
Find out more »Of a Certain Age: Kickoff Lunch
“Of a Certain Age" is a new community initiative organized by Ansche Chesed members Suzanne Cavalier and Terry Zisowitz, along with Rabbi Yael Hammerman and Hilary Forrest of Dorot -- designed for Ansche Chesed adults “of a certain age” (65+). Join us for lunch catered by Effy’s, time to schmooze, connect and brainstorm future activities for this group. Please register here. Contact Rabbi Yael or Hilary with questions. Thank you to Terry and Suzanne for sponsoring this kick-off lunch!
Find out more »Hopeful Table: Music and Culinary Experience with Jimbo Jay and Mushka
Join us for an unforgettable evening where the soulful melodies of Israeli music meet the exquisite flavors of Israeli cuisine! Dive into a world of sensory delight as we bring together renowned Israeli rapper, singer, and poet Jimbo Jay. His songs distill the essence of Israeli culture and have become popular in households around the country. Hosted by the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan in partnership with AC. Learn More and Register
Find out more »June 2024
Annual Membership Meeting 2024
All members in good standing are encouraged to attend our Annual Membership Meeting. To request remote access, where you will be able to observe the meeting but not vote on any action items, please contact the office. If you cannot attend the meeting, please fill out the Proxy Form and submit it by email to president@anschechesed.org before the meeting. At the meeting, we’ll 1) elect the slate of trustees and officers as recommended by the Nominating Committee; 2) vote on Rabbi Hammerman and Hazzan Hirschhorn’s…
Find out more »Tribute Gala 2024
Join us as we celebrate and show gratitude to our honorees for their wonderful commitment and dedication to Ansche Chesed. Purchase dinner tickets and place an ad in our tribute journal at AnscheChesed.org/Tribute Early bird registration ends May 9th. Help us to honor these stellar community leaders: Tamara & Martin Green Vivian Mamelak Ellen Braitman & David Shapiro
Find out more »Conversation with Israeli Composer Ronnie Reshef and Librettist Elad Keidan About Their Opera
When He Was Good: A Space Opera in Two Acts, a comic-detective opera, was chosen by NYC's Freshly Squeezed Opera from over 200 applicants for their annual production this year. The artists will talk informally about how they went about creating the opera. They will be joined by a vocalist from the company, who will preview parts of the performance. Register Here
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