Walkers Unite for Wellness – JCC Benderson
JCC Benderson Building 2640 N Forest Rd., Getzville, NY, United StatesWeather permitting, we’ll walk and schmooze outdoors, an easy pace for us all. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Weather permitting, we’ll walk and schmooze outdoors, an easy pace for us all. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Assess and glean the wisdom from our lives. Visit our wise inner Elder to allow forgiveness and pass on what we’ve learned. Jewish text, breathwork, chant, silence, sharing stories will guide us. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Thursday, January 18, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, February 15, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, March 21, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, April 18, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, May 16, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, June 20, Annual Meeting, 6:00 PM, Location TBD, Hybrid Thursday, July 18, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, August 15, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, October 10, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, November 21, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, December 19, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid
Rabbi Corinne Copnick has enjoyed an innovative professional life steeped in the arts: radio actress, art gallery owner, award-winning writer, and mother of 4. An ordained rabbi, at 79 she cruised the world as Guest Staff. Now 88, a former rabbinic court Governor, she still lectures, writes, and podcasts on vital topics. Title: Miracles Are What You Make of Them Description: Miracles Are What You Make of Them is an oasis of hope in our chaotic world. An inspirational take on contemporary life intended for everyone, this 2023 book describes the “Will to Continue” and the “Will to Hope” as intertwined — along with the impetus to act on them — at any age. In a time of increasing societal and political pressures, groundbreaking technological advances, heightened global tensions, and a looming climate crisis, what values sustain us? What gives our lives purpose? Who shares our memories? How can we create our future? Written from the perspective of a vintage original (an elder, learned Jewish woman), Miracles Are What You Make of Them resonates with Biblical and Talmudic insights highlighted by real-life stories that reflect overcoming circumstances. The author’s deeply-felt words (and lyrical poems) become an ethical will for transformative living. “…we are never too old to teach younger generations how to be hopeful too.” CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Rick Falkowski has been involved in all aspects of WNY entertainment during the past 55 years. He is the founder of the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame and Buffalo Music Awards, former publisher of Buffalo Backstage Magazine, entertainment coordinator of Tonawanda's Gateway Harbor Concerts, former representative of the American Society of Authors Composers & Publishers (ASCAP) and a Time Warner retiree. He presents classes on the History of Buffalo Music & Entertainment and Buffalo History at libraries, community centers, schools, senior living centers and for various organizations. In addition, Rick is the author of History of Buffalo Music & Entertainment (2017) and Profiles Volume I: Historic & Influential People from Buffalo & WNY – the 1800s (2019). His latest book, Profiles Volume II: Historic & Influential People from Buffalo and WNY – the Early 1900s, was published in November 2021. Book: Profiles Volume II: Historic & Influential People from Buffalo & WNY – the Early 1900s profiles 75 people that contributed to industry, business, politics, law, communications, sports, entertainment, and culture in Western New York during the early 1900s (1900 to 1950). The book differs from Volume I: Historic & Influential People from Buffalo & WNY - the 1800s as […]
by Anna Ziegler Directed by JRT Artistic Director Saul Elkin Running February 6 - March 2, 2025 In this Off-Broadway hit, two marriages have seemingly little in common: Esther and Schmuli are Orthodox Jews navigating strictly defined rules and roles, while Sophie and Abe are secular and free to make their own choices. But both couples are growing apart as they strive to balance their individual identities with the families they've created. As Esther tests the boundaries of her personal freedom, Abe falls into a correspondence with a movie star that will shake the foundations of his marriage and career. From the playwright of JRT's hit production, Photograph 51, comes this funny, moving, and thoughtful play that asks if following one's truth is worth it, no matter the cost. Featuring an all-star cast including Arin Lee Dandes, Jordan Levin, Aleks Malejs, Alex Watts and Adam Yellen.
by Anna Ziegler Directed by JRT Artistic Director Saul Elkin Running February 6 - March 2, 2025 In this Off-Broadway hit, two marriages have seemingly little in common: Esther and Schmuli are Orthodox Jews navigating strictly defined rules and roles, while Sophie and Abe are secular and free to make their own choices. But both couples are growing apart as they strive to balance their individual identities with the families they've created. As Esther tests the boundaries of her personal freedom, Abe falls into a correspondence with a movie star that will shake the foundations of his marriage and career. From the playwright of JRT's hit production, Photograph 51, comes this funny, moving, and thoughtful play that asks if following one's truth is worth it, no matter the cost. Featuring an all-star cast including Arin Lee Dandes, Jordan Levin, Aleks Malejs, Alex Watts and Adam Yellen.
by Anna Ziegler Directed by JRT Artistic Director Saul Elkin Running February 6 - March 2, 2025 In this Off-Broadway hit, two marriages have seemingly little in common: Esther and Schmuli are Orthodox Jews navigating strictly defined rules and roles, while Sophie and Abe are secular and free to make their own choices. But both couples are growing apart as they strive to balance their individual identities with the families they've created. As Esther tests the boundaries of her personal freedom, Abe falls into a correspondence with a movie star that will shake the foundations of his marriage and career. From the playwright of JRT's hit production, Photograph 51, comes this funny, moving, and thoughtful play that asks if following one's truth is worth it, no matter the cost. Featuring an all-star cast including Arin Lee Dandes, Jordan Levin, Aleks Malejs, Alex Watts and Adam Yellen.
by Anna Ziegler Directed by JRT Artistic Director Saul Elkin Running February 6 - March 2, 2025 In this Off-Broadway hit, two marriages have seemingly little in common: Esther and Schmuli are Orthodox Jews navigating strictly defined rules and roles, while Sophie and Abe are secular and free to make their own choices. But both couples are growing apart as they strive to balance their individual identities with the families they've created. As Esther tests the boundaries of her personal freedom, Abe falls into a correspondence with a movie star that will shake the foundations of his marriage and career. From the playwright of JRT's hit production, Photograph 51, comes this funny, moving, and thoughtful play that asks if following one's truth is worth it, no matter the cost. Featuring an all-star cast including Arin Lee Dandes, Jordan Levin, Aleks Malejs, Alex Watts and Adam Yellen.