Events

FREE for members and non-members Grab a friend or meet a new one over coffee and a good game. We provide Scrabble, playing cards, Rummikub, Mah Jongg, Othello, chess, and more; you're also welcome to bring your own. Free coffee for players - feel free to bring your lunch!

Art fakes and forgeries provide the satisfaction of a criminal mystery and inspire contemplation of our expectations of art. As fakes and forgeries get more outrageous and damaging, some forgers enjoy celebrity status. Most alarmingly, museums around the world are also full of undetected fakes that are proudly exhibited as genuine art. Join art historian […]

Is the US Supreme Court too supreme? Bring your thinking cap to a “Hot Topics” discussion about what might be done about it.  A former judge will lead the conversation. FREE for members and non-members

Modeled after Harvard political theorist Michael Sandel’s book and course, this interactive class will examine the modern definition of happiness and the impact of this definition upon our actions. Using a historical case study, we will examine contemporary events through a Jewish ethics lens. About the Presenter: Edward Ginsberg has been teaching history for over […]

Stop by our lobby to discuss with Rabbi Joshua Rabin of LiveOnNY the power of committing to donate an organ after your death.

Members: free; non-members: $5 Join us for the conclusion of this riveting court case in which a developmentally disabled young man is charged with a murder from 11 years ago. You'll take on roles of detectives, suspects, and witnesses, delving into the complexities of the case. Navigate through shifting evidence, hidden motives, and unanswered questions […]

Get the non-partisan facts about voting registration, where to vote, and how to vote. Come by the front lobby to learn from our trusted partners at the League of Women Voters of The Rivertowns. Who knows, you might even find a way to become a leader in their organization.

FREE for members and non-members Watch this Best Picture winner starring Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, and Helena Bonham Carter in our state-of-the-art theater! Shortly after becoming king, George VI seeks help from unconventional therapist Lionel Logue to help him overcome his speech impediment. Through their bond and Logue's unique methods, George prepares for a crucial […]

Write postcards from MomsRising and other nonpartisan organizations to help encourage voters to exercise their democratic right on November 5!

Join us for our second annual “One-of-a-Kind Pop-Up Shop!" You will be able to explore a diverse array of handmade crafts, artworks, tasty treats, and innovative creations crafted by neurodiverse artists, bakers, and employees. Not only will this be a great opportunity to find that one of a kind gift for the upcoming holiday season, […]

The dominance of the electric guitar in modern popular culture can, in large measure, be traced to the influence of the three Kings (Albert, B. B., and Freddie) as well as the lesser known Earl Hooker.  Join us to discuss and hear their contributions to American culture, and learn how and why the instrument took […]

ITAV provides support and service that help seniors in our community remain independent in their homes.  Learn from ITAV representatives what it takes to volunteer or utilize their services.

Make social connections while learning new recipes in this collaborative cooking workshop! As part of their Day for Doing Good, Regeneron employees will join Shames JCC members in a hands-on workshop that explores cooking, food memories, and family recipes led by teaching chef Amy Pane. Participants will pair up to make (and eat!) one of […]

Laughter Yoga is 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 […]

Join your River Friends Family for a morning filled with fun and games for the whole family. Enjoy live music, bounce house, sand art, pumpkin decorating, Gaga with J Sports and much more!

Night Watch follows the intertwined lives of a group of characters in a small, tumultuous town as they navigate love, loss, and the haunting shadows of the past. Phillips explores themes of memory, trauma, and the delicate connections that shape our lives, inviting readers into a world where every moment holds significance. Verve Book club […]

The Ninth Hour by Alice McDermott explores the lives of a widowed Irish immigrant and her daughter as they navigate grief, faith, and resilience in early 20th-century Brooklyn. The novel weaves together the stories of various characters, revealing how love and community shape their lives in the face of hardship.