Events

Exploring the Tradition of Welcoming Guests with Cantor Margot Goldberg FREE for members and non-members Join Cantor Margot Goldberg in the sukkah (weather permitting) to welcome each other and some special guests. Welcoming guests, known as ushpizin/ushpizot, into the sukkah is a centuries-old Jewish custom. Together, we’ll explore the ushpizin of our tradition, the ushpizot of modern times, and consider […]

FREE for members and non-members The Lion King: Movement & Music Workshop Step into a dynamic, fast-paced, and interactive workshop inspired by the powerful choreography and music of The Lion King on Broadway. Rooted in African and Modern dance traditions, this engaging experience explores storytelling through movement, rhythm, and ensemble work. Open to participants of […]

$18 for members; $25 for non-members, transportation available! Join us for a fascinating historical tour of Untermyer Gardens, led by knowledgeable guide (and JCC member!) Helen Wong. We’ll learn about the Untermyer family, their place in early 20th-century history, and the vision behind this extraordinary Indo-Persian garden. As we explore the Gardens, Helen will share […]

Every other Sunday  Drop in—no registration required. Having trouble with your iPhone, Android, tablet, or laptop? Struggle with email, texting, apps, Zoom, or technology in general? Bring your device and your questions to the J and savvy volunteers from Irvington High School will help you at no cost!

$18 per parent/child duo Designed for aspiring young cooks (age 7 and up) interested in a culinary camp and their families, this class offers a taste of the skills, creativity, and community that define the Berkshire Hills-Eisenberg Camp experience. As the children work collaboratively with Kate to make delicious donuts, parents will observe how BHEC […]

$15 for members | $20 for non-members Celebrate the autumnal equinox with an afternoon of rest, balance, and renewal. Stephany Olivieri will guide you through a soothing sound bath and gentle breathwork designed to calm the mind, relax the body, and welcome the new season.

FREE for members; $10 for non-members Part of the Renard Lecture Series Django Reinhardt and Charlie Christian are considered some of the two founding fathers of jazz guitar. Reinhardt pioneered European Gypsy jazz on acoustic Selmer-Maccaferri guitars with fiery virtuosity, while Christian revolutionized American swing and bebop as the first major electric guitar soloist with […]

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, […]

$38 for members | $43 for non-members Calling all true crime junkies for a chilling evening with leading forensic psychologist and serial killer expert, Dr. Katherine Ramsland For over three decades, Katherine Ramsland has studied and communicated directly with serial killers. She has heard them recount their methods and motives, reveal their disturbing fantasies, and […]

Location: West Hall Lobby The Shames JCC is proud to present Finding Light, an exhibition celebrating light and all the ways it shows up in our lives, literally and figuratively. Come celebrate the artists, their work and our beautiful community. Light refreshments will be served. We respectfully acknowledge that the Shames JCC sits on the […]

$35 for members | $40 for non-members Get ready for an unforgettable evening of insight, healing, and messages from beyond. The world is awakening in powerful ways, and more people than ever are feeling drawn to explore the unseen, the unknown, and the deeper meaning of life. Daisy and Arlene are two mediums and soul […]

FREE for members; $10 for non-members Part of the Renard Lecture Series People have made their voices heard about the truths of inequity and the lack of justice throughout time. In the second installment of this series, we will listen to and examine American protest songs from the 1960s to today. Social movements and issues […]

Rabbi Lisa Izes and Rev. Gareth Evans, St. Barnabas Episcopal Church of Irvington, host two of their clergy colleagues each month from around the Rivertowns to explore the themes of civic life and civility along with American and religious values.

Kids’ Clothing Swap Give Outgrown Clothes a Second Life! Did you know we already have enough clothing on the planet to clothe the next three generations? Join our kids' clothing swap—donate (optional) and pick up gently used children’s clothes, sizes 0–16. All leftover items will be donated. Donation Drop off: October 10-15 during business hours […]

The JCC's Babysitting Certification & Internship Program is for young people ages 11 - 16 years old, offering training and mentorship for all levels of babysitting experience. The program begins with a 7 hour American Red Cross training that provides youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and […]

Kids’ Clothing Swap Give Outgrown Clothes a Second Life! Did you know we already have enough clothing on the planet to clothe the next three generations? Join our kids' clothing swap—donate (optional) and pick up gently used children’s clothes, sizes 0–16. All leftover items will be donated. Donation Drop off: October 10-15 during business hours […]

Every other Sunday  Drop in—no registration required. Having trouble with your iPhone, Android, tablet, or laptop? Struggle with email, texting, apps, Zoom, or technology in general? Bring your device and your questions to the J and savvy volunteers from Irvington High School will help you at no cost!

$8 for members | $12 for non-members See the movie. Hear the stories. Celebrate the magic. Gather the whole family for a screening of this Halloween classic! After the film, stick around for a special conversation with oral historian and author Shannon Carlin, who will share behind-the-scenes stories, fun facts, and magical moments from the […]

FREE for members; $10 for non-members Part of the Renard Lecture Series Take a whirlwind tour of the Western classical tradition! In just 60 minutes or so, conductor and music scholar Harold Rosenbaum tells the history of Western classical music from ancient times to the present. He will discuss the formation and evolution of musical […]

FREE for members and non-members Full lineup here Inspired by a true story, this novel follows the cross-country journey of two giraffes during the Great Depression. Rich in adventure, humor, and heart, it celebrates unlikely connections between people and animals.  

FREE for members and non-members After a sudden loss, a family and close circle of friends are left trying to navigate grief and the practical realities that follow. Each person processes absence in their own way, revealing both fractures and quiet strength within their relationships. It’s a tender exploration of love, endurance, and how people […]

FREE for members; $10 for non-members Part of the Renard Lecture Series Join us to discuss social, emotional, and mental effects of hearing loss and new developments in hearing aid technology. This presentation is for anyone who needs to learn about hearing, hearing aids, and how caring for your hearing is critical for your health. […]

6 Tuesdays | $200 for members; $230 for non-members Come travel the European countryside for hearty dishes that evoke European autumns and winters. Together we will explore classic dishes such as Beef Bourguignon, Pasta Fagoli, Greek Wedding Soup, Cassoulet and more. This is mostly a demonstration-based class; your hands-on participation is welcome but not required. […]

$30 for members; $35 for non-members Channel your inner Stevie and celebrate the spooky season with everyone's favorite witch! As the air turns crisp and the nights grow longer, Stevie’s Blue Lamp brings an evening of mystery, mood, and music to the Hudson River. Step into a world of velvet shadows, candlelit energy, and iconic […]