Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Jewish Discovery Center 831 Maple Road, Amherst, NY, United StatesEnjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
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Film Festival: 999: The Forgotten Girls
Amherst Dipson Theater 3500 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States(Documentary) U.S. 2024 86 min. R Directors: Heather Dune Macadam, Beatriz Calleja 999: The Forgotten Girls of the Holocaust reveals the untold story of 999 unmarried, young Slovak Jewish women initially registered for government service in a purported shoe factory, only to be tragically sent to Auschwitz. Who were these young women? Why were they chosen? How did a handful survive over three years in the death camps? Survivors reveal the truth of this almost completely ignored piece of women's history, the First Official Jewish Transport to Auschwitz. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
Film Festival: Torah Tropical
Amherst Dipson Theater 3500 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States(Documentary) Columbia 2024 100 min. NR Spanish/Hebrew Director: Gloria Nancy Monsalve This insightful documentary follows an Orthodox Jewish family’s difficult quest to leave Colombia, a country where Jews are rare, and immigrate to Israel to make aliyah. Featuring stunning visuals of a mikvah ceremony and unexpected moments of humor, this documentary takes viewers inside one family’s harrowing life path. Ultimately, this immigration story is about personal growth and spiritual resilience. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
Beginner Hebrew
Virtual EventThis basic introductory Hebrew reading course is for Beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet, grammar, and vocabulary with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat, Synagogue Services, and traditional blessings. This is an introductory course. 2nd Semester: classes run 1/22 – 4/9 Wednesdays | 6-7 pm Cost: $215 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Intermediate Hebrew
Virtual EventThis intermediate level Hebrew course is to further develop skills for those who already know the Hebrew alphabet and can read several words and phrases. The focus of this course is on Hebrew prayer. 2nd Semester: classes run 1/22 – 4/9 Wednesdays | 6-7 pm Cost: $215 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Film Festival: The Glory Of Life
Amherst Dipson Theater 3500 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States(Drama/Romance) Austria, Germany 2024 98 min. PG German Directors: Judith Kaufmann, Georg Maas It’s 1923 and while Franz Kafka doesn’t know it yet, it’s nearly his last year on earth. His struggle with tuberculosis has led him to a convalescent care facility on the Baltic Coast and serendipitously to Dora Diamant. A worldly and wise writer, she is working in a Jewish community nearby when their paths cross, and their great love story takes off. Through the power of love, the last year of Franz Kafka’s life becomes his happiest. Beautifully filmed in Berlin and the Baltic. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
Intro to Judaism
JCC Benderson Building 2640 N Forest Rd., Getzville, NY, United StatesIn collaboration with the Buffalo Board of Rabbis and Cantors, this exceptional course is designed for: couples of multiple faiths considering marriage, individuals interested in conversion, or individuals (Jewish and non-Jewish) interested in learning more about Jewish religion and history. This course will explore the Jewish calendar and life cycles, worship and beliefs, the Bible, Rabbinic literature, Antisemitism, the Holocaust, Zionism and the State of Israel. Date/Time/Location: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30, JCC Benderson (Zoom for inclement weather) Dates: February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 23, 30 (Yom HaZikaron - will attend community commemoration as a class) & May 7
Advanced Hebrew
Virtual EventThis advanced level Hebrew course is for those who can read and understand simple Biblical and Modern Hebrew phrases. The primary focus of this class is conversational Hebrew. 2nd Semester: classes run 1/22 – 4/9 Wednesdays | 7:30-8:30 pm Cost: $215 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
Center for Jewish Life 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville, NY, United StatesHappiness is Learned. Your weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. Hot dinner served The Torah Studies class brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of enticing weekly classes. Each class introduces ideas and issues from the current weekly Torah portion and, through discussion and debate, creates a meaningful connection between the timeless wisdom of the Torah and modern-day living.
Film Festival: Between The Temples
Amherst Dipson Theater 3500 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States(Comedy) U.S. 2024 111 min. R Director: Nathan Silver Ben (Jason Schwartzman) is a forty-something cantor losing his voice and possibly his faith. Struggling to meet the expectations of his rabbi, congregation, and not one but two Jewish mothers, Ben finds his world turned upside down when his grade school music teacher re-enters his life as an adult bat mitzvah student. A warm and anxious comedy that explores the complexities of belief, connection, and what it means to be a real mensch. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS