Events

$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 […]

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 […]

$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 […]