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SUMMARY:The Writing Table
DESCRIPTION:First Thursday of the month; 10:45–11:45 am\nFREE for members and non-members \nJoin our nonjudgmental peer group for adults of all writing levels. We will start each session writing from prompts\, then provide feedback and give encouragement to one another. We’ll also have room to discuss your writing goals as well as stories and books you’ve loved.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/the-writing-table-2/
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION: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 be facilitated by longtime social worker\, Joanne Reed. Coffee and tea will be served.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/caregiver-conversation-circle-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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SUMMARY:Hot Topics
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members & non-members \nDiscuss 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\, and civil discussion. Feel free to bring your lunch and/or a friend!
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/hot-topics-23-3-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T193000
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SUMMARY:Cracking the Serial Killer Code with Dr. Katherine Ramsland
DESCRIPTION:$38 for members | $43 for non-members \nCalling all true crime junkies for a chilling evening with leading forensic psychologist and serial killer expert\, Dr. Katherine Ramsland \nFor 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 explain how they evade detection. \nIn this gripping live experience\, Dr. Ramsland take audiences deep inside the mids of some of the most notorious killers\, drawing on her extensive work with the “BTK” killer\, Dennis Rader\, and Elmer Wayne Henley Jr.\, accomplice to the “Candy Man.” \nEach night of this limited engagement offers a unique perspective; your ticket becomes a gateway into the minds of dangerous predators. The live show features compelling visuals\, chilling insights and an interactive audience Q&A.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/cracking-the-serial-killer-code-with-dr-katherine-ramsland/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T190000
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SUMMARY:An Evening of Spirit Connection with Mediums Daisy & Arlene
DESCRIPTION:$35 for members | $40 for non-members  \nGet ready for an unforgettable evening of insight\, healing\, and messages from beyond.\nThe 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. \nDaisy and Arlene are two mediums and soul sisters with a deep\, undeniable connection. When they come together with Spirit\, that connection is felt by everyone in the room. \nThroughout the evening\, they will connect with loved ones in Spirit\, share meaningful messages\, and help you deepen your own spiritual connection. \nThere is so much more available to us than we are often shown\, and this work is devoted to illuminating that truth.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/an-evening-of-spirit-connection-with-mediums-daisy-arlene/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T150000
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SUMMARY:Hocus Pocus Family Movie Screening & Fun Facts with Shannon Carlin
DESCRIPTION:$8 for members | $12 for non-members \nSee the movie. Hear the stories. Celebrate the magic. \nGather 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 making of the movie. Signed copies of her book\, Witches Run Amok: The Oral History of Disney’s Hocus Pocus\, will be available for purchase alongside other beloved spooky classics.\n*Kids 5 and under are free but please register so we can get a proper head count!
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/hocus-pocus-family-movie-screening-fun-facts-with-shannon-carlin/
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SUMMARY:October 19: A Concise History of Classical Music
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members; $10 for non-members\nPart of the Renard Lecture Series\n \nTake 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 genres including opera\, symphonies\, and concertos (and more)\, plus the circumstances which led to the creation of these works. Musical demonstrations at the piano will highlight and display excerpts of many of these works\, and will demonstrate the evolving styles which composers from each period first abided by\, and then expanded\, thus changing history\, and influencing others to do the same. There will be time for questions and answers. \nAbout the presenter: Dr. Harold Rosenbaum is a retired professor from Juilliard and 3 other colleges. He taught Music Appreciation and MANY other courses during his 45-year teaching career. He is the founder of the all-professional choir\, The New York Virtuoso Singers\, now in its 37th season. He has conducted 600 world premieres\, has toured with choirs 29 times in Europe\, and has conducted about 1900 concerts in his 55-year career.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/october-19-a-concise-history-of-classical-music/
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SUMMARY:Verve Book Club: West with Giraffes: A Novel by Lynda Rutledge
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members and non-members\nFull lineup here \nInspired 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. \n 
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/verve-book-club-we-will-be-jaguars-by-nemonte-nenquimo-2-2-2/
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SUMMARY:Evening Book Club: After Annie by Anna Quindlen
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members and non-members \nAfter 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 keep going after everything changes.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/evening-book-club-the-winemakers-wife-by-kristin-harmel-2-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T100000
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SUMMARY:October 26: "What Did you Say?” with Audiologist Dr. Marisa Boyle
DESCRIPTION:FREE for members; $10 for non-members\nPart of the Renard Lecture Series\n \nJoin 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. \nAbout the presenter: Dr. Marisa Boyle has been practicing as a Doctor of Audiology\, NYS hearing aid dispenser\, and adjunct clinical supervisor for over 25 years. Over the past 22 years she has been practicing at Westchester Hearing Instruments\, where she specializes in the diagnosis\, treatment\, and aural rehabilitation of hearing loss for adults. Her advanced training includes the fitting of high-definition digital hearing aids and assistive listening devices\, as she focuses on aural rehabilitation for the patient\, and their families. \nDr. Boyle understands the challenges of living with hearing loss as she was diagnosed with a bilateral hearing loss at age four. Her objective is to improve the quality of life for her patients through better hearing.
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/october-26-what-did-you-say-with-audiologist-dr-marisa-boyle/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T193000
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SUMMARY:Stevie's Blue Lamp: A Stevie Nicks Tribute Band
DESCRIPTION:$30 for members; $35 for non-members \nChannel your inner Stevie and celebrate the spooky season with everyone’s favorite witch!\nAs 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 songs that have defined generations. From the haunting pulse of “Rhiannon” to the driving fire of “Edge of Seventeen\,” this show captures the spirit\, power\, and magic of Stevie Nicks at her most spellbinding. \nThis is more than a concert\, it’s an experience. A night where the veil feels thin\, the music runs deep\, and the stories in these songs come alive. Come dressed in your flowing shawls\, your dark lace\, your silver and gold… and be part of an unforgettable evening. \nStevie’s Blue Lamp is a full-scale tribute to Stevie Nicks\, based in New York City and led by vocalist Jessica Star. Built around her vision and voice\, the project delivers a powerful\, immersive interpretation of Stevie’s iconic catalog. \n  \n*Doors at 7pm – Cash Bar open!
URL:https://www.shamesjcc.org/event/stevies-blue-lamp-a-stevie-nicks-tribute-band/
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