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Doors open at 6:00 pm Enjoy a special evening with acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, author, and producer, Judy Gold! Judy’s stand-up specials have aired on Comedy Central and HBO and she has been featured in multiple documentaries including Trevor Noah’s XCLD: The Story of Cancel Culture. Judy has written and starred in three critically acclaimed […]
Age requirement: Applicants must be of working age The Shames JCC on the Hudson, in partnership with AHRC NYC and Goodwill NYNJ, is pleased to announce the launch of OPWDD Funded Career Specific Vocational Training in the field of Janitorial-Environmental Services. We invite you to join us for an information session to learn more and […]
Wear your coziest pjs and come enjoy a special “sleep under”, sponsored by River Friends Day Camp! Watch “Frozen” with old friends and new friends while drinking frozen hot chocolate and enjoying snacks!
Did you know that events in what is now Westchester County played a big part in our nation’s founding? The extent to which our fledgling nation teetered on collapse after the Declaration of Independence is often forgotten– and Westchester was the site of some of the period’s most significant events that allowed the new nation […]
Come 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, and civil discussion. Feel […]
FREE for members; $10 for non-members Whether you’re just beginning to think about retiring and don’t know where to start, or you’re already retired but are feeling stuck in a rut and want to re-energize your retirement, this workshop is for you. You’ll come away with clarity for immediate action steps you can take that […]
Age requirement: Applicants must be of working age The Shames JCC on the Hudson, in partnership with AHRC NYC and Goodwill NYNJ, is pleased to announce the launch of OPWDD Funded Career Specific Vocational Training in the field of Janitorial-Environmental Services. We invite you to join us for an information session to learn more and […]
We know God is one, but Judaism is anything but monolithic in how we understand this principle. Our written and oral traditions present a plethora of authentic "God concepts." What is yours? In this interactive session, we'll investigate different ways of thinking about God and then "go shopping" for our own articulation of our relationship […]
$30 members with code SHAMES; $35 non-members Doors open at 6:30 Enjoy a special, unique night out! Join RiverArts for an evening of new play readings in The Ark by accomplished playwrights read by talented actors, followed by a talk-back with the playwrights where you can learn about the creative process. Cash bar available. Learn […]
Join 2023 Latin Grammy-nominated singer Flor Bromley for an interactive concert that celebrates our planet and all the plants and animals that make it thrive in honor of the Jewish holiday of Tu B’Shevat (birthday of the trees). Through her original music, Flor will share how we can take care of nature and how nature […]
Leonard Bernstein, the subject of the recent film Maestro, was a living paradox: a composer of hit musicals, a world-famous conductor, and a television star who, in the opinion of many musicians (including Bernstein himself), never lived up to his early promise. This informative and entertaining lecture-recital uses audio and video examples to survey the […]
On Zoom only; link will be sent via email the day before the class starts From ancient days until today, we wonder what, if anything awaits us after the grave. Join us in open conversations about the development and variety of Jewish answers to this question. Our conversations will begin with the Bible, continue with […]
Embark on a fun and delicious journey of language development and food exploration with our special offering Taste Buds toddler group, led by experienced speech and feeding therapist Rachel Bashkoff. Designed for children aged 18-36 months, this small-group program (8 children maximum) combines tailored, stage-appropriate activities with playful investigation of colors, flavors, and textures of […]
Members: $20; non-members: $30 Beat the winter blues in this one-day watercolor workshop led by artist Renee Shamosh. Learn to combine watercolors and other materials to create beautiful winter landscape paintings in a casual and supportive environment. All levels of experience are welcome and all materials are included.
What do a Laotian born refugee, an Ethiopian-Israeli woman, and an American Midwestern transperson have in common? They are all Jewish, and their multicultural, diverse, unique journeys are part of "Hyphen," a slice-of-life comics anthology showcasing extraordinary Jewish stories of everyday people. Hear Souks Soukhaseum, Haftam Yitzhak-Heathwood, and Dubbs Weinblatt in conversation with Be'chol Lashon's […]
How do we negotiate a world that is changing faster than we can control? How can religion help us make sense of the new technologies and ground us when life feels like it is slipping out of our control? We’ll discuss these questions and more from an interfaith perspective. This is part of the Common […]
$35 cash includes all you can eat appetizers, sushi, and dessert; tax and tip Bring your appetite (seriously!). Our next lunch outing is to Akebono in Tarrytown where you’ll enjoy an all-you-can eat menu that includes a variety of sushi, sashimi, cold and hot appetizers, and dessert. The menu is suitable for vegetarians and meat-eaters […]
Buy a sweet treat for someone you love from Bitchin’ Babkas! They’ll be selling double chocolate chip cookies, raspberry Kit Kat rad rugelach, blueberry linzer tart bars, and more! Interested in preordering? Email [email protected] by Tuesday, February 11. Full menu available on Etsy.
Our earliest stories remind us that we have a responsibility to care for the earth so that we can preserve it for generations to come. In a time when global warming and environmentalism are in the news, join us for a values-based conversation about the balance between using our natural resources with abandon and caring […]
Widows are invited to a special warm, welcoming pasta-making class. You’ll learn how to make homemade pasta, and enjoy a delicious lunch while connecting with others who share similar experiences.
Members: $25; non-members: $36 In this multimedia lecture, Beatleologist Scott Freiman will transport you to Abbey Road Studio with tales of the Fab Four's recording sessions for one of the best albums ever created. As Scott explains the inspiration for and evolution of the songs, you’ll experience this iconic album as never before. Watch trailer […]
Join our group livestream tour of Quito, Ecuador! We'll explore the Plaza de la Independencia, stroll along Garcia Moreno Street—home to many famous churches—and conclude at San Francisco Square to delve deeper into the history and culture of Quito and its people. Each tour comes with a "trip kit" that contains cultural, culinary, and other […]
On Zoom only; link will be sent via email the day before the class starts From ancient days until today, we wonder what, if anything awaits us after the grave. Join us in open conversations about the development and variety of Jewish answers to this question. Our conversations will begin with the Bible, continue with […]
Running time 96 mins FREE for members and non-members Rosenwald is the story of how businessman and philanthropist Julius Rosenwald joined with African-American communities in the South to build schools for them during the early part of the 20th century. This historical partnership as well as the modern-day attempts to maintain or reconfigure the schools […]
Carnival theme! Come spend your Friday night with us at our special Sensory-Friendly Swim Night, exclusively for families with an immediate member with a disability. The pool will be reserved just for you, providing a sensory-friendly environment where you can enjoy a relaxing swim without the usual distractions. This event is designed to accommodate sensory […]
From houses of worship to courthouses to our own houses, there's a lot of talk about the Ten Commandments. But just what do the Ten Commandments say? How do the versions within the Hebrew Bible, the varying translations, and interpretations differ? And if they differ, how are we to follow them? This talk will be […]
Members: $5; non-members: $10 Join us for a private guided tour of this award-winning exhibit that challenges us to commit to observing black history by fully acknowledging and embracing the realities experienced by African Americans in our community, state, and country. Utilizing oral history accounts and genealogical research, this exhibit is not just a display, […]
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 […]
On Zoom only; link will be sent via email the day before the class starts From ancient days until today, we wonder what, if anything awaits us after the grave. Join us in open conversations about the development and variety of Jewish answers to this question. Our conversations will begin with the Bible, continue with […]
Join us and UJA Rivertowns for a timely conversation with Glenn Cohen, who spent 30 years as a Mossad officer and chief psychologist, Israeli Air Force pilot, POW expert, and IDF hostage negotiator. Glenn was selected to be the first mental health professional to meet the released hostages upon their return to Israel in November […]
This novel by Nobel Prize-winning author Ishiguro follows Stevens, an English butler who reflects on his years of service at Darlington Hall during a road trip to visit Miss Kenton, a former housekeeper. As he recalls his unwavering loyalty to his former employer, Stevens confronts the moral compromises he made and the emotional distance he […]
FREE for members and non-members Running time: 2 hours In this charming comedy, a young rabbi (Gene Wilder) travels from New York to San Francisco in the 1800s. With the help of a tough cowboy (Harrison Ford), he learns valuable lessons about faith and survival. A perfect blend of Jewish humor and Western adventure—don't miss […]
For thousands of years we have been instructed to love the stranger because of the way the ancient Israelites were once strangers in Egypt and how powers throughout history have poorly treated the Jewish community. With a new emphasis on immigration in America, join us for a relevant values-based conversation about our obligation to and […]
Ages 18+ Members: $15; non-members: $20 A sampler of the Aquatic exercise offerings here at the JCC Aquatic Center. Classes from Stretch to Tone to Aqua Aerobics. There will be a chance to experience the Aqua Bikes, Aqua treadmills, and a variety of teaching styles. Come and meet our awesome instructors and join us for […]
Aquatics Center HoursOpen from 5:15 am to 8:30 pm
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