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SUMMARY:Putin and the Roots of Russian Invasion (Part I)
DESCRIPTION:In this two-session series\, Professor Jess Velona explores how Putin’s autocracy and invasion of Ukraine have strong parallels throughout modern Russian history. The discussion will examine how Tsarist and Soviet Communist regimes\, for all of their differences\, exhibited commonalities including a penchant for imperial expansion\, suppression of ethnic and national traditions\, and scorn for democracy and individual rights. We’ll explore how this culminated in the Gulag\, the Great Terror\, deliberate famine in Ukraine\, the consequences of the Soviet collapse\, and finally\, how these events led to Putin’s fight to restore Russia’s imperial glory. \nAbout the Presenter: Jess Velona has taught courses on Russian history\, the Nazi regime\, and other topics at Fordham University’s College at 60 and NYU’s School of Professional Studies\, as well as African American history at CUNY’s College of Staten Island. He has been a Lecturer-in-Law at Columbia Law School since 2006.  Jess graduated from Harvard College and received an MA in history from NYU before completing Columbia Law School. He was a law clerk for then-Judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg\,  As a one time candidate for public office in Manhattan and former aide to Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan\, Jess loves sharing his passion for politics and history with students and adult audiences across the New York metropolitan area.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/putin-and-the-roots-of-russian-invasion-part-i/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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SUMMARY:Putin and the Roots of Russian Invasion (Part II)
DESCRIPTION:In this two-session series\, Professor Jess Velona explores how Putin’s autocracy and invasion of Ukraine have strong parallels throughout modern Russian history. The discussion will examine how Tsarist and Soviet Communist regimes\, for all of their differences\, exhibited commonalities including a penchant for imperial expansion\, suppression of ethnic and national traditions\, and scorn for democracy and individual rights. We’ll explore how this culminated in the Gulag\, the Great Terror\, deliberate famine in Ukraine\, the consequences of the Soviet collapse\, and finally\, how these events led to Putin’s fight to restore Russia’s imperial glory. \nAbout the Presenter: Jess Velona has taught courses on Russian history\, the Nazi regime\, and other topics at Fordham University’s College at 60 and NYU’s School of Professional Studies\, as well as African American history at CUNY’s College of Staten Island. He has been a Lecturer-in-Law at Columbia Law School since 2006.  Jess graduated from Harvard College and received an MA in history from NYU before completing Columbia Law School. He was a law clerk for then-Judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg\,  As a one time candidate for public office in Manhattan and former aide to Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan\, Jess loves sharing his passion for politics and history with students and adult audiences across the New York metropolitan area.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/putin-and-the-roots-of-russian-invasion-part-ii/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240129T113000
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SUMMARY:Musical History of the Jewish People: A Performance and Talk with Dr. David Podles
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed international concert musician Dr. David Podles will take participants on a heartfelt trip of Jewish musical history by performing Sephardic\, Ashkenazi\, and Israeli Jewish music. From the original touching niguns to playful freilehs to beautiful songs of prayer\, Dr. Podles will show how music is deeply embedded in historical points in Judaism as well as the steadfastness of the Jewish people. \nAbout the Presenter: Dr. David Podles of Riga\, Latvia\, is a laureate of 3 prestigious international competitions. He graduated from Music Conservatory in Riga\, Latvia. Dr. Podles performed in symphony\, chamber\, opera\, and ballet theater orchestras both solo\, in orchestra and on tour across Europe\, Russia\, and Central Asia\, including The Bolshoi in Moscow & Kirov in Ukraine. In the US\, he has performed at Lincoln Center\, Carnegie Hall\, 92nd Y\, and at Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/musical-history-of-jewish-people-a-performance-and-talk-with-dr-david-podles/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T113000
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SUMMARY:Cooking and Eating for Heart Health: The Power of Plant-Based Nutrition with Plant Powered Metro NY
DESCRIPTION:How we eat can improve our cholesterol\, blood pressure\, and overall cardiovascular health in dramatic ways. But which foods\, and how? Join Plant Powered Metro New York to understand how nutrition can impact the health of the entire circulatory system — and how to prepare delicious meals that can prevent and even reverse heart disease. Health coaches and nutrition educators Kelly Weichsel-Arya\, RN\, and Florence Hovy\, will offer a live cooking demo and tasting with take-home recipes and the motivation to make achievable changes.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/plant-based/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T100000
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SUMMARY: Lilith: From First Wife to Demon to Feminist
DESCRIPTION:Building off of Torah and Rabbinic texts\, this talk by Tami Arnowitz will review attitudes towards magic and demons in Judaism. The discussion will focus on the character of Lilith (a “demon” thought to be the first wife of Adam)\, whose story grew and changed over the ages\, reacting to the needs and imaginations of the Jewish people. \nAbout the Presenter: Tami Abramowitz is an educator who teaches in a variety of settings and to a range of ages\, including at Camp Ramah in New England\, JCCs\, and synagogues. Her classes are designed to integrate ancient Jewish texts and traditions with modern life\, finding meaning and insight. She has a BA from Wellesley College\, an MBA from Columbia Business School and her Life Coach Certification from Life Coach Training Institute. Tami has also studied at Hebrew University and The Conservative Yeshiva. For more than 20 years\, Tami has balanced a successful professional life with being a mom to 4\, clergy spouse\, and active member of her community.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/lilith-from-first-wife-to-demon-to-feminist/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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SUMMARY:Rabbi Joshua Rubin Presents True Acts of Kindness: Organ Donation and Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to medical science\, people who pass from this world into whatever comes next are able to engage in a final selfless act of kindness through the mitzvah of organ donation. But is organ donation allowed under Jewish law? This talk will introduce the organ donation process while examining key Jewish texts and common misconceptions. \nAbout the Instructor: Rabbi Joshua Rabin is a community and government affairs liaison at LiveOnNY\, specifically focusing on the Jewish community. Josh also serves as the rabbi of the Astoria Center of Israel in Astoria\, Queens. He received his rabbinic ordination and certificate in pastoral counseling from the Jewish Theological Seminary in 2011 and is a recipient of the Wexner Field Fellowship and the Ruskay Fellowship for Jewish Professional Leadership.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/rabbi-joshua-rubin-presents-true-acts-of-kindness-organ-donation-and-judaism/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Renard Lecture
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SUMMARY:Albert Rivera Presents: A Brief History of Jazz Through the Eyes of its Performers
DESCRIPTION:In this hybrid talk and saxophone performance\, teaching artist Albert Rivera will take us through a brief history of jazz from the 1930s through the present day. He’ll discuss how different styles of jazz were created in response to the socio-economic and political themes of certain decades and how jazz music shaped the sounds of music we hear today. \nAbout the instructor: Described by WNPR’s Owen McNally as “A modern Jazz messenger\,” saxophonist Albert Rivera has been a consistent force on a national and international level since finalizing his studies at The New School University Jazz and Contemporary Music Program. Born and raised in the Bronx\, Albert is a recipient of a Chamber Music America Residency award\, an ASCAP Young Jazz Composers Award\, and most recently a City Arts Corp Grant. He is the current Director of Operations at the Litchfield Jazz Camp and serves on the Jazz Faculty at SUNY Purchase.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/albert-rivera-presents-a-brief-history-of-jazz-through-the-eyes-of-its-performers/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T110000
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SUMMARY:Evan Weiner presents Germany's Troubling Olympics History\, 1936 and 1972
DESCRIPTION:Germany is currently bidding to host the 2036 Summer Olympics in Berlin.Proponents of this idea think it could be a teachable moment about how propaganda was used to promote the Olympic Games and the Nazi regime when they hosted in 1936 and 1972. But for many\, the idea of the Olympics in Germany brings up terrible memories. \nIn this talk\, journalist Evan Weiner will go into detail about the past games hosted by Germany\, including Germany’s exclusion of Jewish athletes\, American boycotting of the Games\, and the devastating terrorist attack in Munich.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/evan-weiner-presents-germanys-troubling-olympics-history-1936-and-1972/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T110000
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SUMMARY:Laughter Yoga with Vinodray Shah\, MD
DESCRIPTION:Experience Laughter Yoga\, a unique exercise routine that combines unconditional laughter with yogic breathing. Laughter reaps many scientific benefits including reduction of stress\, anxiety\, and depression; lower blood pressure; a strengthened immune system; and much more. Laughter is initially stimulated as a physical exercise and soon leads to real and contagious laughter. Bring your playful spirit! \nAbout the presenter: Vinodray R. Shah\, MD was a plastic surgeon for 35 years in Massachusetts before retiring to the Rivertowns. He is a certified Laughing Yoga instructor who runs programs at Phelps Hospital\, Gilda’s Club\, the senior centers in Elmsford\, Ardsley\, and Ossining. He is a passionate believer that laughter is the best medicine.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/laughter-yoga-with-vinodray-shah-md-3/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240401T113000
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SUMMARY:David Cheney Presents Music of the 80’s (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:The 80s have been called “the decade of decadence” as a strong economy fed materialism and consumerism. The mix of wealth with advances in music technology— synthetic instruments\, MTV videos\, cassettes\, CDs\, and boom boxes—fed a surge in musical development. Many new genres of music boomed at the same time including new wave\, synth-pop\, punk rock\, hip-hop\, heavy metal\, dance music\, and power ballads\, while electric instruments introduced sounds never heard before. Join us as we listen to a mix of songs that defined the 80s and share memories together. \nAbout the facilitator: David Cheney is an international economics writer\, instructor\, and trainer for international and educational institutions. He has held a variety of positions at the International Monetary Fund and has provided communications and writing support for a number of multilateral institutions including the World Bank\, Inter-American Development Bank and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/david-cheney-presents-music-of-the-80s-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121719
CREATED:20240221T153114Z
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SUMMARY:David Cheney Presents Music of the 80’s (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:The 80s have been called “the decade of decadence” as a strong economy fed materialism and consumerism. The mix of wealth with advances in music technology— synthetic instruments\, MTV videos\, cassettes\, CDs\, and boom boxes—fed a surge in musical development. Many new genres of music boomed at the same time including new wave\, synth-pop\, punk rock\, hip-hop\, heavy metal\, dance music\, and power ballads\, while electric instruments introduced sounds never heard before. Join us as we listen to a mix of songs that defined the 80s and share memories together. \nAbout the facilitator: David Cheney is an international economics writer\, instructor\, and trainer for international and educational institutions. He has held a variety of positions at the International Monetary Fund and has provided communications and writing support for a number of multilateral institutions including the World Bank\, Inter-American Development Bank and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/david-cheney-presents-music-of-the-80s-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121719
CREATED:20240429T160946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T163416Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting the Yoms: An Exploration of Yom Hashoah\, Yom Hazikaron\, and Yom Ha'aztmaut
DESCRIPTION:Within the Jewish calendar\, there are periods of time when holidays are connected to each other and\, in their connection\, add another layer of meaning to the days. We see this So too with Yom HaShoah\, Yom HaYizkaron\, and Yom Ha’atzmaut. As we observe Yom Hashoah on May 6\, this discussion will look at each holiday’s meaning and how their connection amplifies and enhances the individual days.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/tami-arnowitz-presents-the-three-yoms/
CATEGORIES:Renard Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T121719
CREATED:20260313T203009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T181113Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Heritage Concert with Fiddler Brian Conway
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a performance of traditional Irish fiddle music\, presented by master fiddler Brian Conway. Through performance and storytelling\, Brian explores the cultural context and immigrant experience that shaped this rich tradition—one that has thrived from County Sligo to the Bronx\, passed down through legendary fiddlers like Michael Coleman and Brian’s mentors Martin Wynne and Andy McGann. \nAbout the Presenter: Brian Conway is a leading exponent of the New York-Sligo style of traditional Irish music. A Smithsonian/Folkways recording artist and multiple All-Ireland winner. Brian recently released an instructional book titled The Brian Conway Fiddle Method\, and a new CD titled Wallace Avenue. For more information about Brian Conway\, visit brianconway.com.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/irish-heritage-concert-with-fiddler-brian-conway/
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Renard Lecture
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