Past Events
October 2023
Tzelem Moving Traditions Group (13-18 year olds)
During this group nonbinary, trans, gender expansive, and LGBTQ+ Jewish teens will gather monthly with a trained adult mentor using a dynamic curriculum. Together in a circle of support, participants experience a brave, sacred space to celebrate and support together through joys and challenges, consider the impact of gender norms on their daily lives, be their authentic selves with their peers, and explore topics that matter most to them. This group is a partnership between Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, Ansche…
Find out more »January 2024
The Boy: Special Screening and Conversation Honoring Filmmaker Yahav Winner and Families of Israel’s South
In memory of filmmaker Yahav Winner, who was killed on October 7 protecting his wife and young child, the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan is hosting an evening honoring his life and work in Kibbutz Aza through film and conversation. The event will feature Yahav’s short film The Boy, which powerfully captures the experience of living on a kibbutz on the border of Gaza, a recorded interview with his grandfather, a Holocaust survivor living in Ashkelon, and testimony of Yahav’s wife…
Find out more »May 2024
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 »November 2024
Ceramic Workshop: Menorah Making
AC is partnering with the Marlene Meyerson JCC Mannhattan for a pre-Chanukah Ceramics workshop. Join AC members at the JCC to create your own handmade Chanukiyah! This is a unique opportunity to express your creativity while celebrating the holiday in a meaningful way. During the workshop, you will have the chance to craft a distinctive chanukiyah that reflects your personal style. Choose from our curated selection of glazes, and our skilled staff will expertly finish each piece for you. Completed…
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