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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "The arc of the moral universe is long\, but it bends towards justice."
DESCRIPTION:Join a conversation about the impact of the life\, work and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\, its roots deep in biblical themes and its branches reaching towards tomorrow. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-the-arc-of-the-moral-universe-is-long-but-it-bends-towards-justice/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20241220T142555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T142555Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: The Power of Work
DESCRIPTION:Join a conversation about the impact good work has played on our lives and how those who have organized workers have advanced the common good. We can reflect on how meaningful work is an essential part of our individual and collective identities. Our conversation will reach back to the days of the Torah\, to the good work of labor organizers of the 20th century\, and to our own experiences of work. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-the-power-of-work/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250122T213658Z
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UID:32252-1738920600-1738924200@www.shamesjcc.org
SUMMARY:Clergy Talk: "Godshopping" with Rabbi Mara Young
DESCRIPTION:We know God is one\, but Judaism is anything but monolithic in how we understand this principle. Our written and oral traditions present a plethora of authentic “God concepts.” What is yours? In this interactive session\, we’ll investigate different ways of thinking about God and then “go shopping” for our own articulation of our relationship to the Divine. \nJoin Rabbi Mara Young of Woodlands Community Temple for this month’s Clergy Talk (formerly Challenging Times\, Ageless Insights). Each month\, we feature meaningful conversations with Rivertowns clergy. Your voice matters and makes these conversations all the more valuable. These are on the first Friday of every month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/clergy-talk-godshopping-with-rabbi-mara-young/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250122T214218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T214218Z
UID:32258-1739525400-1739529000@www.shamesjcc.org
SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: You Shall Guard and Work The Garden
DESCRIPTION:Our earliest stories remind us that we have a responsibility to care for the earth so that we can preserve it for generations to come.  In a time when global warming and environmentalism are in the news\, join us for a values-based conversation about the balance between using our natural resources with abandon and caring for them. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-you-shall-guard-and-work-the-garden/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250122T214608Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: Love the Stranger as Yourself
DESCRIPTION:For thousands of years we have been instructed to love the stranger because of the way the ancient Israelites were once strangers in Egypt and how  powers throughout history have poorly treated the Jewish community.  With a new emphasis on immigration in America\, join us for a relevant values-based conversation about our obligation to and treatment of those deemed “strangers.” \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-looking-for-joy-especially-now/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250225T150325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T150325Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: Purim: Looking for Joy\, Especially Now
DESCRIPTION:Who couldn’t use just a little more joy? Jewish tradition teaches us that joy increases in the month of Adar (beginning on March 1) as we anticipate the festival of Purim (March 14).  Let’s use this tradition to learn how we can infuse simchah (joy) into our daily lives given some of the challenges we face. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-purim-looking-for-joy-especially-now/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T103000
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CREATED:20250225T150547Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion through Jewish Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:In a world in which DEI is being challenged rather than celebrated\, let’s come together to uncover the values from Jewish wisdom that might bring clarity to our understanding of the vast array of human expression. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-through-jewish-wisdom/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250225T150907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T174458Z
UID:32487-1743154200-1743157800@www.shamesjcc.org
SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: Yearning for Connection and Good in Our Lives
DESCRIPTION:The reality of our 21st-century world is that many of us are isolated and fret over the lack of goodness around us. Our coming together to explore Jewish wisdom and techniques to stay connected and to celebrate the good might actually help each one of us as we step out of winter into the spring. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-yearning-for-connection-and-good-in-our-lives/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250325T194041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T194041Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: Passover: The Birth Song of Freedom for All Subsequent Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Ron Symons in an interactive conversation about how the Passover and Exodus narrative serve as the inspiration for freedom throughout history.  The story we tell on Passover night resonates over and over throughout the generations for both Jews and non-Jews alike. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-passover-the-birth-song-of-freedom-for-all-subsequent-challenges/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250325T194141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T194141Z
UID:32687-1744968600-1744972200@www.shamesjcc.org
SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: Anti-Semitism/Jew-Hatred: The Oldest Hatred
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Ron Symons in crafting a shared language around what anti-semitism/Jew-hatred is\, how it has developed throughout history\, and how we see it in our world today.  Most importantly\, we will also explore how to mitigate its impacts on us during this Yom haShoah (Holocaust Memorial Day) season and beyond. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-anti-semitism-jew-hatred-the-oldest-hatred/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250325T194234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T194234Z
UID:32689-1745573400-1745577000@www.shamesjcc.org
SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: The Israeli Declaration of Statehood: An Annotated Reading
DESCRIPTION:As we approach the 77th anniversary of the founding of the modern state of Israel\, we will turn our attention back to the founding document to better understand the hopes of Israel’s founders with an eye on today and tomorrow in these challenging times. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-the-israeli-declaration-of-statehood-an-annotated-reading/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250416T140204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T174151Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "Mothers and Fathers: Can a Hallmark Card say it all?"
DESCRIPTION:Join with Rabbi Symons in a participatory conversation about how Jewish wisdom teaches us to raise up the next generation. We will reflect on the ways we were raised to honor our parents\, how our children honored parents in our generation\, and how children are honoring parents today. This conversation will be all the richer because you\, parent\, grandparent\, aunt/uncle\, or friend might share your wisdom. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-mothers-and-fathers-can-a-hallmark-card-say-it-all/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250416T140333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T174233Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "Memorial Day: What happened to the power of memorializing?"
DESCRIPTION:Join with Rabbi Symons as we uncover the ways Jewish wisdom invites us to memorialize those who are no longer with us. Lest you think otherwise\, it is not through “White Sales”. Our conversation will touch on our collective efforts around Memorial Day and our individual efforts around friends and family. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-memorial-day-what-happened-to-the-power-of-memorializing/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250416T140440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T173559Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "The Ten Commandments: A Reading for Today"
DESCRIPTION:With the Jewish holiday of Shavuot beginning at sundown on June 1\, we will explore the pivotal story of the giving of the Ten Commandments at Mt. Sinai and their application to our lives today.  Shavuot celebrates the giving of the Ten Commandments. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-the-ten-commandments-a-reading-for-today/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250516T185816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T173641Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "Adam & Eve and Adam & Steve: Exploring Religious Perspectives on Gay Marriage"
DESCRIPTION:During this Pride Month\, Rabbi Ron Symons will guide us through the sensitive matters related to how different religious denominations across the religions understand the role of 21st century marriage considering long held religious beliefs. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-adam-eve-and-adam-steve-exploring-religious-perspectives-on-gay-marriage/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250516T185920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T173754Z
UID:33069-1749807000-1749810600@www.shamesjcc.org
SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "Hatikvah and the Star-Spangled Banner—Among Other National Anthems"
DESCRIPTION:As the American Calendar marks Flag Day (June 14)\, Rabbi Ron Symons invites you to engage in a conversation about the content of national anthems and the values they represent of the national founders even in these changing times. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-hatikvah-and-the-star-spangled-banner-among-other-national-anthems/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250516T190022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T173939Z
UID:33071-1751016600-1751020200@www.shamesjcc.org
SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "The Golden Medinah: Jewish Life in America over 249 Years"
DESCRIPTION:As we anticipate July 4\, Rabbi Ron Symons will guide us in exploring Jewish life in America across the centuries\, how it has evolved\, and what it looks like today. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-the-golden-medinah-jewish-life-in-america-over-249-years/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250627T162954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T143137Z
UID:33519-1752226200-1752229800@www.shamesjcc.org
SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "Adam & Eve and Adam & Steve: Exploring Religious Perspectives on Gay Marriage"
DESCRIPTION:Rabbi Ron Symons will guide us through the sensitive matters related to how different religious denominations across the religions understand the role of 21st century marriage considering long-held religious beliefs. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-adam-eve-and-adam-steve-exploring-religious-perspectives-on-gay-marriage-2/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155825
CREATED:20250627T163534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T143136Z
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SUMMARY:Challah and Conversation: "Bastille Day and Jewish Identity"
DESCRIPTION:July 14\, 1789 marked a pivotal moment in the journey of the French people towards independence. While the theme is often celebrated through the music of Les Miserables)\, I am curious about how the Jews of France fit into that journey. Just wait until you see what the Jews of that era had to say about being a Frenchman and a Jew at the same time! Trust me\, their conversations are relevant for us today in 2025 America. \nIn the Challah and Conversation series\, Rabbi Ron Symons\, Shames JCC Sr. Director of Jewish Engagement\, leads interactive guided conversations about life that weave the world around us with general spirituality through Jewish and other  lenses. We begin our time together by lighting candles and end with a little grape juice and challah… all in a very inclusive way. Neighbors of all backgrounds are welcome. These are on the 2nd\, 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th Fridays of each month.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/challah-and-conversation-bastille-day-and-jewish-identity/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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