Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers

Jewish Discovery Center 831 Maple Road, Amherst, NY, United States

Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.

Event Series Beginner Hebrew

Beginner Hebrew

Virtual Event

This 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

Event Series Intermediate Hebrew

Intermediate Hebrew

Virtual Event

This 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

Event Series Intro to Judaism

Intro to Judaism

JCC Benderson Building 2640 N Forest Rd., Getzville, NY, United States

In 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

Event Series The Next Adventure

The Next Adventure

Various Locations, Buffalo, NY Buffalo, NY, United States

The Next Adventure is a year-long experience for people 55+ who want to explore different ways to age with curiosity, purpose, and soul. Inspired by Jewish wisdom, texts, and traditions, we will enjoy deep and open conversations about this extraordinary time of our lives. Dates: September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11, January 8, February 6, March 12, April 9, May 14, & June 11 Time:  Wednesdays 7-8:30 pm Cost: Free CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Rusty Rosman

Virtual Event

Rusty Ros­man is a for­mer teacher and com­mer­cial real estate bro­ker. Rusty has served as pres­i­dent and fundrais­er for sev­er­al non­prof­it com­mu­ni­ty orga­ni­za­tions. In her com­mu­ni­ty where she has lived her entire life, Rusty is a mem­ber of the Zon­ing Board of Appeals and the Prop­er­ty Tax Board. Rusty and her hus­band Stephen are the very proud par­ents of two adult chil­dren and grand­par­ents to six grandchildren. Title: Two Envelopes: What You Want Your Loved Ones To Know When You Die Description: When you die, there are so many things your fam­i­ly and loved ones imme­di­ate­ly need to know. Two Envelopes is your voice, con­vey­ing your wish­es regard­ing your death and your estate. With a unique blend of wis­dom, humor, and empa­thet­ic sto­ry­telling, Rusty Ros­man delves into the often-avoid­ed top­ic of death, offer­ing read­ers a guide to nav­i­gate the com­plex­i­ties of both prac­ti­cal and emo­tion­al aspects of end-of-life plan­ning. Rusty’s wis­dom and heart­felt way of guid­ing her read­ers make this book unique among the oth­er end-of-life plan­ning work­books avail­able online. We all know this to be true: • We all die. • We all mourn the pass­ing of loved ones. • We all must deal with the details relat­ed to our loved one’s death. Your […]