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October 2020
Shirei Chesed Community Chorus at Ansche Chesed
Hazzan Natasha J. Hirschhorn, Artistic Director “If a choir is only about singing and performing - there will be no choir for a while. If choir is about teaching and learning, growing, connecting, community, cultural exploration and transmission, and innovating - we will find a way to have choir”. --Kellie Walsh - President of Choral Canada Even in the Covid era, our Shirei Chesed Community Chorus will continue to build community through learning a rich and diverse repertoire of Jewish…
Find out more »“Not” Shabbat Morning Study
While we will not be together on Shabbat morning, that doesn’t mean that we cannot study together. Join Rabbi Jeremy Kalmanofsky and members of the Ansche Chesed community on Friday mornings at 9:30 (just a day before we usually meet) to delve into the weekly portion through the eyes of favorite commentators-ancient, medieval, and modern; midrashic, mystical, and academic. In order to make this class available for as many members of our community as possible, we are holding this class…
Find out more »Psalm Of The Week
Most of the Bible reads as God's communication to humanity, in messages delivered through prophets like the unique Moses and his successors, Isaiah, Jeremiah and the rest. But in the Book of Psalms, Israel turns toward heaven and pours out its praises, hopes, fears and laments. Please join Rabbi Kalmanofsky for a 30-minute Zoom study of one Psalm each Tuesday morning. 8:30am, to explore the human poetry that reveals our ancestors' spiritual life. (You don't have to join the 7:30 am…
Find out more »Shabbat Morning Study
Join Rabbi Kalmanofsky in the Sanctuary at 8:45am to study the weekly reading, enriched by Jewish interpretations through the ages. For years, Shabbat mornings in the chapel were an enriching face-to-face discussion around a table. Then during the Zoom era, our attendance grew substantially with people connecting remotely. Capturing the best of both worlds is not easy. Here is our current plan: we will hold the hour-long class in person in the Sanctuary (we'll bring back the table when we…
Find out more »November 2020
“Not” Shabbat Morning Study
While we will not be together on Shabbat morning, that doesn’t mean that we cannot study together. Join Rabbi Jeremy Kalmanofsky and members of the Ansche Chesed community on Thursday evenings at 7:30pm (just a few days before we usually meet) to delve into the weekly portion through the eyes of favorite commentators-ancient, medieval, and modern; midrashic, mystical, and academic. In order to make this class available for as many members of our community as possible, we are holding this…
Find out more »Remembering Wonderful Holidays in the Catskills, with the Rabbis Hammerman
In its heyday, The “Borscht Belt” served as a getaway for the East Coast Jewish Community starting in the 1940’s. Families would spend Summers, vacations and holidays away from the hustle and bustle of the city. While these Kosher resorts in the Catskill mountains are no more, so many of us have wonderful memories of “Borscht Belt” vacations? Join Rabbi Yael Hammerman (Ansche Chesed) and Rabbi Eytan Hammerman (Jewish Community Center of Harrison) for an evening of reminiscence of our…
Find out more »The Knesset: Politics of Governing a Democratic Jewish State
Ansche Chesed is glad to welcome Knesset member Asaf Zamir of the Blue and White Party for a conversation about the complicated politics that goes into governing a State that is both Jewish and Democratic. This program, a collaboration with The Jewish Pluralism Watch of the Masorti Movement in Israel will include a short briefing on the Kenesset, followed by a presentation by MK Zamir and an opportunity for Q&A to follow. Asaf Zamir, Member of Knesset on behalf of…
Find out more »December 2020
A Beginners Guide to How Facebook Works and Why It’s a Threat To Democracy
Facebook is ubiquitous in today's society — at least 1.7 billion people use it on a daily basis. Especially during this time of social distancing and separation, Facebook, along with other social networks, keeps us connected. But its business model and size make Facebook dangerous. How far is it our big sib keeping us caught up and surrounded by friends and how far is it Big Brother, spying on us, dividing us and spreading lies and conspiracies? Join Ansche Chesed…
Find out more »Nancy Sinkoff on Lucy Dawidowicz
Join Ansche Chesed member Nancy Sinkoff for a discussion of her new book From Left To Right: Lucy S. Dawidowicz, the New York Intellectuals, and the Politics of Jewish History, a Natan Notable Book for Fall 2020. Nancy will read sections of her book and be in conversation with Michael Wise, Publisher of New Vessel Press. Nancy Sinkoff is a professor of Jewish Studies and History at Rutgers University and the academic director of the Joan Bildner Center for the Study…
Find out more »Chanukah Hygge: Kabbalat Shabbat
Let’s get our “hygge” on! Hygge is the feeling of coziness you get from being home, being with friends or family, and spreading warmth to others. Bring a cuppa tea, cocoa or mulled wine to Shabbat services. Make sure your Shabbat candles and Chanukiyah are lit. Put on your fuzzy socks and wrap yourself in a plush blanket. Let’s feel the warmth of Chanukah, Hygge and Shabbat together! Please join members of the Ansche Chesed clergy for a shortened Kabbalat…
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