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SUMMARY:The Woodworking Studio
DESCRIPTION:The Woodworking Studio\n\n\n\nThis four-week course is a hands-on introduction to working with wood. You’ll learn to measure accurately\, cut cleanly\, and assemble a piece that holds together the fundamentals everything else builds on. \n\n\n\nAlong the way you’ll get comfortable with the basic tools\, pick up the techniques that make the difference between “close enough” and right\, and build the confidence to keep going on your own after the course ends. \n\n\n\nEach participant designs and builds an individual project to take home. During this session we will work to create a multifunctional bench. But you will also be walking away with practical skill\, creative decision-making\, and the satisfaction of pointing at something and saying you made it. \n\n\n\nWho is this for: Adults of all experience levels who are interested in learning practical woodworking skills. No previous experience required\, just a desire to learn\, create\, and enjoy the art of woodworking. \n\n\n\nYou bring the curiosity; we’ll provide the tools and guidance. \n\n\n\n4 Sessions Nov 11\, 18 and Dec 2\, 9Wednesdays 7:30 PMMembers $260 / Guests $312  \n\n\n\nProject: One of a kind multi-functional benchLocation: Camp building \n\n\n	\n			Register Here\n		\n	\n\n\nAbout the Instructor\n\n\n\nErez Cababia\, known as “Erez the Carpenter\,” is a woodworker and craftsman specializing in woodworking\, engraving\, and custom design. He brings hands-on experience\, creativity\, and a genuine passion for craftsmanship to every workshop. In his adult woodworking workshops\, participants learn practical techniques\, gain experience using tools\, and create a unique wooden project in a welcoming\, professional\, and positive environment. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Hanita Becker at hbecker@jccotp.org or 201.569.7900 ext. 565
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/the-woodworking-studio-3/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chevruta in Jeans
DESCRIPTION:Switch to HebrewSwitch to English\n\n				\n\n\n	\n\nChevruta in Jeans\n\n\n\nChevruta in Jeans (חברותא בג’ינס) is a unique and welcoming Jewish learning experience that brings timeless texts\, philosophy\, values\, and contemporary issues into open conversation from a secular and inclusive perspective. Through engaging discussions and thought-provoking topics\, participants will explore Jewish identity\, culture\, and ideas while building meaningful connections and community.  \n\n\n\nNo prior experience is necessary; bring your curiosity\, an open mind\, and a desire to learn together.  \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, Nov 11- Dec 16 | 8:00 – 9:30 PM  $218 Members/ $260 Guests 6-week course in Hebrew  \n\n\n\nAbout the instructor Tami Ben Shachar:  \n\n\n\nThe series will be facilitated by Tami Ben-Shahar\, a member of our community who grew up in an unconventional religious family in Israel and was educated at the same time in Orthodox and secular environments. This cultural fusion shaped her multidisciplinary worldview and will guide us toward unexpected connections throughout the series. Tami brings a rich academic and media background\, including degrees from Bezalel\, Tufts University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston\, alongside her experience as a lecturer in the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations at Harvard University and her many years as a design columnist for The Marker magazine. Under her guidance\, we will embark on a fascinating journey bridging “Alice in Wonderland” and the Bible\, artificial intelligence and “higher power\,” and Talmudic debates with gastronomic recommendations. Together\, we will explore Jewish myths to see how they can serve us in our day to day\, celebrate our cultural roots beyond definitions and clichés and choose which “souvenirs” to keep from the experience. Ultimately\, we will dig into the Jewish bookshelf; a source of endless inspiration for distinctly secular creations and decide whether we want to welcome it into our own private libraries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n\nחברותא בג׳ינס\n\n\n\nללמוד. לשאול. להתחבר \n\n\n\nמחפשים מרחב לעצור לרגע\, לחשוב\, לשאול שאלות ולהכיר אנשים חדשים?חברותה בג׳ינס היא סדרת מפגשי שיח באווירה פתוחה\, המשלבת רעיונות מהמסורת היהודית עם שאלות על החיים. דרך טקסטים מעוררי מחשבה\, דיונים מרתקים ונקודות מבט מגוונות\, נחקור יחד נושאים של זהות\, ערכים\, תרבות וקהילה בגישה חילונית\, סקרנית ומכילה. \n\n\n\nאין צורך בידע מוקדם\, רק בסקרנות \,רצון להקשיב\, לחשוב\, לשוחח ולהיות חלק מקהילה לומדת ומחוברת. \n\n\n\nבואו ללמוד\, להכיר\, להתחבר ולגלות יחד רעיונות חדשים על החיים\, על היהדות ועל עצמכם. \n\n\n\nימי רביעי ב20:0011 לנובמבר 6 מפגשיםמנויים 218$ \ אורחים 260$כל המפגשים ייערכו בשפה העברית \n\n\n\nעל המנחה תמי בן-שחר \n\n\n\nאת סדרת המפגשים תנחה תמי בן-שחר\, חברת קהילה שלנו. תמי\, שגדלה בישראל במשפחה דתית לא שגרתית\, התחנכה בחברה תורנית וחילונית בו זמנית. המיזוג התרבותי של שני העולמות\, גיבש אצלה תפיסת עולם רב תחומית\, שתוביל אותנו לחיבורים לא צפויים. היא מביאה עמה רקע אקדמי ותקשורתי עשיר\, הכולל תארים מבצלאל ומאוניברסיטת טאפטס והמוזיאון של בוסטון\, עבודה כמרצה\, במחלקה לשפות וציוויליזציות של המזרח הקרוב באוניברסיטת הרווארד\, וכן היתה בעלת טור עיצוב במגזין דה-מרקר במשך הֿרבה שנים. \n\n\n\nבהנחייתה\, נצא למסע מרתק בין “אליסה בארץ הפלאות” לתנ״ך\, בין בינה מלאכותית ל״כוח עליון״\, בין סוגיות תלמודיות להמלצות גסטרונומיות. נחקור מיתוסים יהודיים ונבחן כיצד הם יכולים לשרת אותנו בחיי היומיום. נחגוג את המקורות התרבותיים שלנו ונתרחב מעבר לגבולות ההגדרות והקלישאות ונבחר לעצמינו איזה ״מזכרות״ אנחנו רוצים לשמור מהמסע. נחטט בארון הספרים היהודי\, המהווה קרקע אינסופית ליצירות חילוניות מובהקות\, ונחליט אם נרצה לצרף אותו לספריה הפרטית שלנו או שלא. \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n\n	\n			Register Here\n		\n	\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Hanita Becker at hbecker@jccotp.org or 201.569.7900 ext. 565
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/chevruta-in-jeans-2/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:J Lifestyle,Jewish & Israeli Life
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SUMMARY:Living Like A Local
DESCRIPTION:Living Like a Local\n\n\n\nUnderstanding American Culture\, Customs & Everyday Life in Northern New Jersey\n\n\n\nLiving Like a Local is designed for adults who have moved to the United States\, recently or years ago\, and who want to feel more connected to American society while gaining a deeper understanding of the culture\, customs\, and everyday life in the U.S. \n\n\n\nThe course begins with the unwritten rules: the social and cultural norms that shape how Americans interact\, along with the expressions\, humor\, small talk\, and colloquialisms that fill everyday conversation. It then turns to examine the shared touchstones of American social life: sports\, food\, holidays\, and pop culture\, and the role each plays in bringing people together. \n\n\n\nThe second half is practical. Participants learn how essential systems work\, from taxes and tipping to healthcare\, schools\, and credit\, and then narrow the focus to New Jersey and the New York City metropolitan area\, where local customs and character have a flavor all their own. \n\n\n\nThroughout\, the emphasis is on connection. Participants meet other international and local community members and leave feeling more comfortable taking part in everyday American life. \n\n\n\nTime: 10:00–11:30 AM \n\n\n\nDates: \n\n\n\n\nNovember 13\, 2026\n\n\n\nNovember 20\, 2026\n\n\n\nDecember 4\, 2026\n\n\n\nDecember 11\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nMembers $184 / Guests $221 \n\n\n\nAll registration is final sale. No refunds will be provided. \n\n\n	\n			Register Here\n		\n	\n\n\nAbout Fatima Tsiouris\n\n\n\nFatima Tsiouris is a global health consultant\, lifelong traveler\, runner\, avid yogi\, and mom of two boys. Foreign-born and raised in an immigrant household\, she learned early that understanding a new culture often means figuring out all the things no one actually explains\, from unfamiliar expressions and social customs to navigating everyday systems and knowing what everyone is talking about during football season. \n\n\n\nFatima spent more than 20 years working in academia and global public health and now works as an independent consultant. Her career has taken her around the world\, working alongside communities and colleagues across many different countries and cultures. Those experiences have reinforced her belief that travel and cultural exchange are some of our greatest teachers\, opening our minds\, challenging our assumptions\, and\, perhaps most importantly\, teaching us humility. \n\n\n\nHaving spent much of her life navigating between cultures herself\, Fatima brings curiosity\, humor\, and a very personal perspective to this series. She looks forward to creating a space where participants can ask the questions they’ve always wondered about\, share what they’ve learned from their own cultures\, laugh about some of America’s more puzzling customs\, and feel a little more at home in New Jersey. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Hanita Becker at hbecker@jccotp.org or 201.569.7900 ext. 565
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/living-like-a-local-4/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:J Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:The Woodworking Studio
DESCRIPTION:The Woodworking Studio\n\n\n\nThis four-week course is a hands-on introduction to working with wood. You’ll learn to measure accurately\, cut cleanly\, and assemble a piece that holds together the fundamentals everything else builds on. \n\n\n\nAlong the way you’ll get comfortable with the basic tools\, pick up the techniques that make the difference between “close enough” and right\, and build the confidence to keep going on your own after the course ends. \n\n\n\nEach participant designs and builds an individual project to take home. During this session we will work to create a multifunctional bench. But you will also be walking away with practical skill\, creative decision-making\, and the satisfaction of pointing at something and saying you made it. \n\n\n\nWho is this for: Adults of all experience levels who are interested in learning practical woodworking skills. No previous experience required\, just a desire to learn\, create\, and enjoy the art of woodworking. \n\n\n\nYou bring the curiosity; we’ll provide the tools and guidance. \n\n\n\n4 Sessions Nov 11\, 18 and Dec 2\, 9Wednesdays 7:30 PMMembers $260 / Guests $312  \n\n\n\nProject: One of a kind multi-functional benchLocation: Camp building \n\n\n	\n			Register Here\n		\n	\n\n\nAbout the Instructor\n\n\n\nErez Cababia\, known as “Erez the Carpenter\,” is a woodworker and craftsman specializing in woodworking\, engraving\, and custom design. He brings hands-on experience\, creativity\, and a genuine passion for craftsmanship to every workshop. In his adult woodworking workshops\, participants learn practical techniques\, gain experience using tools\, and create a unique wooden project in a welcoming\, professional\, and positive environment. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Hanita Becker at hbecker@jccotp.org or 201.569.7900 ext. 565
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/the-woodworking-studio-4/
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CATEGORIES:J Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:Next Up: An Evening with Rabbi Wolpe
DESCRIPTION:Next Up: An Evening with Rabbi Wolpe\n\n\n\nWhat is the Jewish future in America? What does it mean to be Jewish in America today? And what kind of Jewish future are we building for the next generation? \n\n\n\nAt a defining moment for Jewish life in America\, these questions have never felt more important. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a timely\, compelling\, and thought-provoking evening with Rabbi David Wolpe\, one of the most respected and influential Jewish voices of our time\, as he explores the challenges\, opportunities\, and evolving realities shaping the future of American Jewry. \n\n\n\nFrom Jewish identity and belonging to the strength and resilience of our communities\, Rabbi Wolpe will offer powerful insights into where we stand today\, what lies ahead\, and how we can help shape a vibrant Jewish future for generations to come. \n\n\n\nAbout Rabbi David Wolpe\n\n\n\nNamed “The Most Influential Rabbi in America” by Newsweek and one of the “50 Most Influential Jews in the World” by The Jerusalem Post\, Rabbi Wolpe is the Max Webb Emeritus Rabbi of Sinai Temple and currently serves as Scholar in Residence at the Maimonides Fund. \n\n\n\nAn acclaimed author\, educator\, and sought-after speaker\, Rabbi Wolpe has taught at Harvard\, UCLA\, the Jewish Theological Seminary\, and other leading institutions. His insights have appeared in The New York Times\, The Washington Post\, TIME\, Newsweek\, and The Atlantic\, and he has been featured on major national television programs. \n\n\n\nHe is the author of eight books\, including the national bestseller Making Loss Matter: Creating Meaning in Difficult Timesand David: The Divided Heart\, a finalist for the National Jewish Book Awards. \n\n\n\nAn Evening of Light\, Inspiration & Conversation\n\n\n\nIn celebration of Hanukkah\, the evening will feature: \n\n\n\n\nWelcome Remarks from Sue Gelsey\, CEO of the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\n\n\n\nSpecial Hanukkah Candle Lighting with Rabbi David Wolpe\n\n\n\nFeatured Presentation: What Is the Jewish Future in America? with Rabbi David Wolpe\n\n\n\n\nAs we gather during the Festival of Lights\, join us for an inspiring evening that celebrates the strength of our Jewish community\, sparks meaningful conversation\, and shines a light on the future we will build together. \n\n\n\nSomething exciting is always NEXT UP. \n\n\n\nThis event is made possible by the Taub Auditorium Endowment Fund. \n\n\n\nAll ticket sales are final. No refunds will be issued. \n\n\n	\n			Register Here
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/next-up-an-evening-with-rabbi-wolpe/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:J Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:Chevruta in Jeans
DESCRIPTION:Switch to HebrewSwitch to English\n\n				\n\n\n	\n\nChevruta in Jeans\n\n\n\nChevruta in Jeans (חברותא בג’ינס) is a unique and welcoming Jewish learning experience that brings timeless texts\, philosophy\, values\, and contemporary issues into open conversation from a secular and inclusive perspective. Through engaging discussions and thought-provoking topics\, participants will explore Jewish identity\, culture\, and ideas while building meaningful connections and community.  \n\n\n\nNo prior experience is necessary; bring your curiosity\, an open mind\, and a desire to learn together.  \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, Nov 11- Dec 16 | 8:00 – 9:30 PM  $218 Members/ $260 Guests 6-week course in Hebrew  \n\n\n\nAbout the instructor Tami Ben Shachar:  \n\n\n\nThe series will be facilitated by Tami Ben-Shahar\, a member of our community who grew up in an unconventional religious family in Israel and was educated at the same time in Orthodox and secular environments. This cultural fusion shaped her multidisciplinary worldview and will guide us toward unexpected connections throughout the series. Tami brings a rich academic and media background\, including degrees from Bezalel\, Tufts University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston\, alongside her experience as a lecturer in the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations at Harvard University and her many years as a design columnist for The Marker magazine. Under her guidance\, we will embark on a fascinating journey bridging “Alice in Wonderland” and the Bible\, artificial intelligence and “higher power\,” and Talmudic debates with gastronomic recommendations. Together\, we will explore Jewish myths to see how they can serve us in our day to day\, celebrate our cultural roots beyond definitions and clichés and choose which “souvenirs” to keep from the experience. Ultimately\, we will dig into the Jewish bookshelf; a source of endless inspiration for distinctly secular creations and decide whether we want to welcome it into our own private libraries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n\nחברותא בג׳ינס\n\n\n\nללמוד. לשאול. להתחבר \n\n\n\nמחפשים מרחב לעצור לרגע\, לחשוב\, לשאול שאלות ולהכיר אנשים חדשים?חברותה בג׳ינס היא סדרת מפגשי שיח באווירה פתוחה\, המשלבת רעיונות מהמסורת היהודית עם שאלות על החיים. דרך טקסטים מעוררי מחשבה\, דיונים מרתקים ונקודות מבט מגוונות\, נחקור יחד נושאים של זהות\, ערכים\, תרבות וקהילה בגישה חילונית\, סקרנית ומכילה. \n\n\n\nאין צורך בידע מוקדם\, רק בסקרנות \,רצון להקשיב\, לחשוב\, לשוחח ולהיות חלק מקהילה לומדת ומחוברת. \n\n\n\nבואו ללמוד\, להכיר\, להתחבר ולגלות יחד רעיונות חדשים על החיים\, על היהדות ועל עצמכם. \n\n\n\nימי רביעי ב20:0011 לנובמבר 6 מפגשיםמנויים 218$ \ אורחים 260$כל המפגשים ייערכו בשפה העברית \n\n\n\nעל המנחה תמי בן-שחר \n\n\n\nאת סדרת המפגשים תנחה תמי בן-שחר\, חברת קהילה שלנו. תמי\, שגדלה בישראל במשפחה דתית לא שגרתית\, התחנכה בחברה תורנית וחילונית בו זמנית. המיזוג התרבותי של שני העולמות\, גיבש אצלה תפיסת עולם רב תחומית\, שתוביל אותנו לחיבורים לא צפויים. היא מביאה עמה רקע אקדמי ותקשורתי עשיר\, הכולל תארים מבצלאל ומאוניברסיטת טאפטס והמוזיאון של בוסטון\, עבודה כמרצה\, במחלקה לשפות וציוויליזציות של המזרח הקרוב באוניברסיטת הרווארד\, וכן היתה בעלת טור עיצוב במגזין דה-מרקר במשך הֿרבה שנים. \n\n\n\nבהנחייתה\, נצא למסע מרתק בין “אליסה בארץ הפלאות” לתנ״ך\, בין בינה מלאכותית ל״כוח עליון״\, בין סוגיות תלמודיות להמלצות גסטרונומיות. נחקור מיתוסים יהודיים ונבחן כיצד הם יכולים לשרת אותנו בחיי היומיום. נחגוג את המקורות התרבותיים שלנו ונתרחב מעבר לגבולות ההגדרות והקלישאות ונבחר לעצמינו איזה ״מזכרות״ אנחנו רוצים לשמור מהמסע. נחטט בארון הספרים היהודי\, המהווה קרקע אינסופית ליצירות חילוניות מובהקות\, ונחליט אם נרצה לצרף אותו לספריה הפרטית שלנו או שלא. \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n\n	\n			Register Here\n		\n	\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Hanita Becker at hbecker@jccotp.org or 201.569.7900 ext. 565
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/chevruta-in-jeans-3/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:J Lifestyle,Jewish & Israeli Life
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SUMMARY:Living Like A Local
DESCRIPTION:Living Like a Local\n\n\n\nUnderstanding American Culture\, Customs & Everyday Life in Northern New Jersey\n\n\n\nLiving Like a Local is designed for adults who have moved to the United States\, recently or years ago\, and who want to feel more connected to American society while gaining a deeper understanding of the culture\, customs\, and everyday life in the U.S. \n\n\n\nThe course begins with the unwritten rules: the social and cultural norms that shape how Americans interact\, along with the expressions\, humor\, small talk\, and colloquialisms that fill everyday conversation. It then turns to examine the shared touchstones of American social life: sports\, food\, holidays\, and pop culture\, and the role each plays in bringing people together. \n\n\n\nThe second half is practical. Participants learn how essential systems work\, from taxes and tipping to healthcare\, schools\, and credit\, and then narrow the focus to New Jersey and the New York City metropolitan area\, where local customs and character have a flavor all their own. \n\n\n\nThroughout\, the emphasis is on connection. Participants meet other international and local community members and leave feeling more comfortable taking part in everyday American life. \n\n\n\nTime: 10:00–11:30 AM \n\n\n\nDates: \n\n\n\n\nNovember 13\, 2026\n\n\n\nNovember 20\, 2026\n\n\n\nDecember 4\, 2026\n\n\n\nDecember 11\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nMembers $184 / Guests $221 \n\n\n\nAll registration is final sale. No refunds will be provided. \n\n\n	\n			Register Here\n		\n	\n\n\nAbout Fatima Tsiouris\n\n\n\nFatima Tsiouris is a global health consultant\, lifelong traveler\, runner\, avid yogi\, and mom of two boys. Foreign-born and raised in an immigrant household\, she learned early that understanding a new culture often means figuring out all the things no one actually explains\, from unfamiliar expressions and social customs to navigating everyday systems and knowing what everyone is talking about during football season. \n\n\n\nFatima spent more than 20 years working in academia and global public health and now works as an independent consultant. Her career has taken her around the world\, working alongside communities and colleagues across many different countries and cultures. Those experiences have reinforced her belief that travel and cultural exchange are some of our greatest teachers\, opening our minds\, challenging our assumptions\, and\, perhaps most importantly\, teaching us humility. \n\n\n\nHaving spent much of her life navigating between cultures herself\, Fatima brings curiosity\, humor\, and a very personal perspective to this series. She looks forward to creating a space where participants can ask the questions they’ve always wondered about\, share what they’ve learned from their own cultures\, laugh about some of America’s more puzzling customs\, and feel a little more at home in New Jersey. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Hanita Becker at hbecker@jccotp.org or 201.569.7900 ext. 565
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/living-like-a-local/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:J Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:Resin Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Resin Workshop\n\n\n\nCreate Your Own Custom Resin Tray\n\n\n\nSpend a relaxing evening crafting a stunning\, functional piece of art for your home! In this hands-on workshop\, you will learn how color\, texture\, shimmer\, and decorative accents come together to make a one-of-a-kind resin tray. You’ll be guided through mixing pigments\, adding metallic touches\, and pouring to achieve a smooth\, professional high-gloss finish. Perfect for a night out with friends\, a family activity\, or a personal creative retreat.  \n\n\n\nNo prior art experience necessary\, all instructions and materials will be provided. However if you would like to add a personal touch\, you are welcome to bring small\, waterproof objects up to 1½ inches thick to embed directly into your design.  \n\n\n\nPlease keep in mind that resin requires 24 to 72 hours to fully cure\, so all finished trays willremain at the studio for at least 24 hours before pickup. If you are unable to return to pick up your completed piece\, shipping can be arranged for an additional fee. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, December 16Time: 6:30 PM$130 Members / $156 Guests \n\n\n	\n			Register Here\n		\n	\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Hanita Becker at hbecker@jccotp.org or 201.569.7900 ext. 565
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/resin-workshop/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:J Lifestyle,Arts
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SUMMARY:Chevruta in Jeans
DESCRIPTION:Switch to HebrewSwitch to English\n\n				\n\n\n	\n\nChevruta in Jeans\n\n\n\nChevruta in Jeans (חברותא בג’ינס) is a unique and welcoming Jewish learning experience that brings timeless texts\, philosophy\, values\, and contemporary issues into open conversation from a secular and inclusive perspective. Through engaging discussions and thought-provoking topics\, participants will explore Jewish identity\, culture\, and ideas while building meaningful connections and community.  \n\n\n\nNo prior experience is necessary; bring your curiosity\, an open mind\, and a desire to learn together.  \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, Nov 11- Dec 16 | 8:00 – 9:30 PM  $218 Members/ $260 Guests 6-week course in Hebrew  \n\n\n\nAbout the instructor Tami Ben Shachar:  \n\n\n\nThe series will be facilitated by Tami Ben-Shahar\, a member of our community who grew up in an unconventional religious family in Israel and was educated at the same time in Orthodox and secular environments. This cultural fusion shaped her multidisciplinary worldview and will guide us toward unexpected connections throughout the series. Tami brings a rich academic and media background\, including degrees from Bezalel\, Tufts University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston\, alongside her experience as a lecturer in the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations at Harvard University and her many years as a design columnist for The Marker magazine. Under her guidance\, we will embark on a fascinating journey bridging “Alice in Wonderland” and the Bible\, artificial intelligence and “higher power\,” and Talmudic debates with gastronomic recommendations. Together\, we will explore Jewish myths to see how they can serve us in our day to day\, celebrate our cultural roots beyond definitions and clichés and choose which “souvenirs” to keep from the experience. Ultimately\, we will dig into the Jewish bookshelf; a source of endless inspiration for distinctly secular creations and decide whether we want to welcome it into our own private libraries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n\nחברותא בג׳ינס\n\n\n\nללמוד. לשאול. להתחבר \n\n\n\nמחפשים מרחב לעצור לרגע\, לחשוב\, לשאול שאלות ולהכיר אנשים חדשים?חברותה בג׳ינס היא סדרת מפגשי שיח באווירה פתוחה\, המשלבת רעיונות מהמסורת היהודית עם שאלות על החיים. דרך טקסטים מעוררי מחשבה\, דיונים מרתקים ונקודות מבט מגוונות\, נחקור יחד נושאים של זהות\, ערכים\, תרבות וקהילה בגישה חילונית\, סקרנית ומכילה. \n\n\n\nאין צורך בידע מוקדם\, רק בסקרנות \,רצון להקשיב\, לחשוב\, לשוחח ולהיות חלק מקהילה לומדת ומחוברת. \n\n\n\nבואו ללמוד\, להכיר\, להתחבר ולגלות יחד רעיונות חדשים על החיים\, על היהדות ועל עצמכם. \n\n\n\nימי רביעי ב20:0011 לנובמבר 6 מפגשיםמנויים 218$ \ אורחים 260$כל המפגשים ייערכו בשפה העברית \n\n\n\nעל המנחה תמי בן-שחר \n\n\n\nאת סדרת המפגשים תנחה תמי בן-שחר\, חברת קהילה שלנו. תמי\, שגדלה בישראל במשפחה דתית לא שגרתית\, התחנכה בחברה תורנית וחילונית בו זמנית. המיזוג התרבותי של שני העולמות\, גיבש אצלה תפיסת עולם רב תחומית\, שתוביל אותנו לחיבורים לא צפויים. היא מביאה עמה רקע אקדמי ותקשורתי עשיר\, הכולל תארים מבצלאל ומאוניברסיטת טאפטס והמוזיאון של בוסטון\, עבודה כמרצה\, במחלקה לשפות וציוויליזציות של המזרח הקרוב באוניברסיטת הרווארד\, וכן היתה בעלת טור עיצוב במגזין דה-מרקר במשך הֿרבה שנים. \n\n\n\nבהנחייתה\, נצא למסע מרתק בין “אליסה בארץ הפלאות” לתנ״ך\, בין בינה מלאכותית ל״כוח עליון״\, בין סוגיות תלמודיות להמלצות גסטרונומיות. נחקור מיתוסים יהודיים ונבחן כיצד הם יכולים לשרת אותנו בחיי היומיום. נחגוג את המקורות התרבותיים שלנו ונתרחב מעבר לגבולות ההגדרות והקלישאות ונבחר לעצמינו איזה ״מזכרות״ אנחנו רוצים לשמור מהמסע. נחטט בארון הספרים היהודי\, המהווה קרקע אינסופית ליצירות חילוניות מובהקות\, ונחליט אם נרצה לצרף אותו לספריה הפרטית שלנו או שלא. \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n\n	\n			Register Here\n		\n	\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Hanita Becker at hbecker@jccotp.org or 201.569.7900 ext. 565
URL:https://www.jccotp.org/event/chevruta-in-jeans/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:Kaplen JCC on the Palisades\, 411 E. Clinton ave\, Tenafly\, NJ\, 07670\, United States
CATEGORIES:J Lifestyle,Jewish & Israeli Life
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