Events

FREE for members & non-members Discuss the month’s social and political issues with your fellow news enthusiasts. With timely and changing international, national, and local issues from the news arenas of government, arts, sports, science, and religion, we welcome all participants to voice their ideas. All points of view are welcome in this lively, thought-provoking, […]

Do you care for a family member with chronic illness or special needs? Join our conversation circle to connect with others in a similar situation. Whether you are responsible for a child with special needs, a spouse with cognitive or physical decline, or any other situation that fits, we welcome your participation. The group will […]

FREE for members and non-members An MLK Day-Inspired Values-Based Conversation Rabbi Ron Symons and Rev. Gareth Evans will host Sharon Griest Ballen, Chair of the Prison Relations Advisory Committee (PRAC) to the Town of Bedford and Judith Douglas, Director of Programs at Episcopal Charities in New York City, to uncover the challenges our community still […]

FREE for members & non-members Beyond her conception of Yentl and her unforgettable portrayal of Jewish characters like Fanny Brice, Barbra Streisand’s Jewish identity has factored significantly into her unparalleled career as a singer, actress, director, and producer. We will explore these connections by listening and watching clips from her vast catalogue and learning about […]

FREE for members & non-members Every week brings a new miracle cure—another influencer promising longevity through algae smoothies, cold plunges, or a weighted vest. The wellness world has become a $5 trillion experiment in anxiety. What if the secret to a long, healthy life isn’t found in any of it? Hear Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel—one of […]