Events

Censorship in America with Evan Weiner Censorship in American media has been going on for decades. Historically, books have been banned, content for television deeply restricted, and movies edited for obscenity. Journalist and media expert Evan Weiner will discuss the why and how of censorship in America that has persisted despite the freedom of speech […]

Want to join a book club but don’t know where to start? Curious about the bestseller “Lessons in Chemistry” that everyone is talking about? Join us for the inaugural Shames JCC book club on 4/11, 6:30-8:00 pm!

“Whenever you feel afraid, just remember. Courage is the root of change - and change is what we're chemically designed to do. So when you wake up tomorrow, make this pledge. No more holding yourself back. No more subscribing to others' opinions of what you can and cannot achieve...When you go home today, ask yourself […]

Yoga & Mindfulness with Jennifer Monness For Stress Awareness Month, join us for a session with The Meditation Lab: Moving Towards Stillness. This unique workshop teaches the principles of mindfulness and how you can apply them to your life. During this session, you will have the opportunity to move towards stillness by exploring simple stretches […]

Pop-Up with Parson Brown To continue our Stress Awareness Month offerings, stop by the J to pick up CBD wellness products made by a local, majority women-owned business that makes you feel good, both inside and out. Parson Brown’s mission is to craft sustainable, functional, and beautiful hemp-derived products. They source the highest quality and […]

The Shames JCC on the Hudson is proud to offer our first in-person Healing Workshop in partnership with COPE. When grieving, people often follow an innate desire to be outdoors. These instincts to be with nature are important to follow, as time outside can be healing during grief. In this workshop, learn what to do […]

Would you believe that there is a connection between Tarot cards and Judaism? Join us to hear Tarot researcher Stav Appel discuss his provocative thesis that the Tarot de Marseille–the artistic ancestor of contemporary Tarot cards– originally served as a tool for secret Jewish education during the exile of Jews from France. Together we will […]