Thursday, Aug 02
Inspired by Tradition: Calligraphic Art by Peggy H. Davis
Exhibit
Pioneer Valley
Presenting Work at the JCA Hall Gallery by artist Peggy H Davis
Monday, Oct 22
Jewish Federation Connecting with Community Sunday Strummers Ukulele Ensemble
Community Program
Berkshires
Sunday Strummers Ukulele Ensemble
Monday, Oct 22
Cooking with Parents & Grandparents
Family Program
Pioneer Valley
Interactive cooking for all ages
Monday, Oct 22
Prayerbook Hebrew Literacy
Class
Pioneer Valley
An 8-session class for adults to become more comfortable participating in Hebrew during services.
Tuesday, Oct 23
Adult Education Collaborative Classes
Study Group
Lower Pioneer Valley
Lower Valley Jewish Education Collaborative classes
Tuesday, Oct 23
Israeli Dancing
Class
Pioneer Valley
Come and learn the pleasures of Israeli folk dance.
Wednesday, Oct 24
JLI Fall Series Wrestling with Faith
Lecture Series
Pioneer Valley
Wrestling with Faith New Fall JLI Series
Thursday, Oct 25
Jewish Federation Connecting with Community "Music as Midrash"
Community Program
Berkshires
"Music as Midrash"
Friday, Oct 26
Mega Shabbat
Artist Talk
Upper Pioneer Valley
A shabbat of unity for UMass students!
Saturday, Oct 27
Shabbaton
Community Program
Lower Pioneer Valley
A Shabbat full of choices for all ages!
Sunday, Oct 28
Page to Stage Musical Puppet Show
Family Program
Upper Pioneer Valley
A FREE musical puppet show where books come to life!
Sunday, Oct 28
SONS OF ZION LECTURE SERIES The Artist, the Bible, and What the Pope Said: Le Message Biblique de Marc Chagall
Lecture & Discussion
Lower Pioneer Valley, Pioneer Valley, Upper Pioneer Valley
Explore Chagall's work and world from which he emerged and what it says about his artistic vision.
Sunday, Oct 28
Author Talk | “Whitechapel Noise,” with Vivi Lachs
Author Appearance
Pioneer Valley
Author Vivi Lachs discusses “Whitechapel Noise," which tells the story of Yiddish culture in London
Sunday, Oct 28
Reading of a new one act play, "The Concert," written by Linda Josephs
Performance
Berkshires
The featured actors are Deann Halper and Gail Ryan.
Sunday, Oct 28
"After They Closed the Gates" Jewish Immigration Book Discussion with Author Libby Garland
Author Appearance
All regions
Lessons from history, Connections for today!
Monday, Oct 29
Jewish Federation Connecting with Community "Love Shouldn't Hurt"
Community Program
Berkshires
"Love Shouldn't Hurt"
Monday, Oct 29
An Historic Evening with Eva Schloss, Stepsister of Anne Frank
Author Appearance
Pioneer Valley
An Historic Evening with Eva Schloss, Stepsister of Anne Frank
Monday, Oct 29
"After They Closed the Gates" Jewish Immigration Book Discussion with Author Libby Garland
Author Appearance
All regions
Lessons from history, Connections for today!
Monday, Oct 29
Prayerbook Hebrew Literacy
Class
Pioneer Valley
An 8-session class for adults to become more comfortable participating in Hebrew during services.
Tuesday, Oct 30
Adult Education Collaborative Classes
Study Group
Lower Pioneer Valley
Lower Valley Jewish Education Collaborative classes
Tuesday, Oct 30
Israeli Dancing
Class
Pioneer Valley
Come and learn the pleasures of Israeli folk dance.
Wednesday, Oct 31
Greatest Hits of the Talmud
Class
Pioneer Valley
Wrestle with the meanings of some “gems” of the Talmud in this 6-part class.
Wednesday, Oct 31
JLI Fall Series Wrestling with Faith
Lecture Series
Pioneer Valley
Wrestling with Faith New Fall JLI Series
Thursday, Nov 01
Jewish Federation Connecting with Community "A Mystic's Guide to Prayer"
Community Program
Berkshires
"A Mystic's Guide to Prayer" with Rabbi Seth Wax
Friday, Nov 02
Tot Shabbat & Tot Sha-Potluck!
Family Program
All regions
Tot Shabbat & Tot Sha-Potluck is the monthly musical hour welcoming the Sabbath for kids ages 0-6.
Friday, Nov 02
JCA Family Friday
Family Program
Pioneer Valley
Join once a month as we welcome Shabbat with Felicia Sloin.
Saturday, Nov 03
Tot Shabbat
Spiritual Practice
Lower Pioneer Valley
Tot Shabbat service for children ages 5 & under with a parent or grandparent.
Monday, Nov 05
Jewish Federation Connecting with Community "Taking Action for Animals"
Community Program
Berkshires
"Taking Action for Animals"
Monday, Nov 05
Prayerbook Hebrew Literacy
Class
Pioneer Valley
An 8-session class for adults to become more comfortable participating in Hebrew during services.
Monday, Nov 05
Community Torah Study
Study Group
All regions
Join members of the Beit Ahavah community for an informal discussion of that week’s Torah portion.
Tuesday, Nov 06
Adult Education Collaborative Classes
Study Group
Lower Pioneer Valley
Lower Valley Jewish Education Collaborative classes
Wednesday, Nov 07
Greatest Hits of the Talmud
Class
Pioneer Valley
Wrestle with the meanings of some “gems” of the Talmud in this 6-part class.
Wednesday, Nov 07
JLI Fall Series Wrestling with Faith
Lecture Series
Pioneer Valley
Wrestling with Faith New Fall JLI Series
Friday, Nov 09
Jewish Federation of the Berkshires Knosh & Knowledge
Community Program
Berkshires
Sanctuary to Synagogue
Saturday, Nov 10
Special Film Screening: “Who Will Write Our Story?” with director Q&A
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
In Nov. 1940, a secret group of journalists, scholars, and leaders resisted Nazis with writing.
Sunday, Nov 11
Night of Shattered Glass: Remembrance & Resilience, 80 Years After Kristallnacht
Retreat
Pioneer Valley, Southern Vermont, Upper Pioneer Valley
Screening of 'Who Will Write Our History,' storytelling performance 'The Jar of Tears,' and more.
Sunday, Nov 11
Dwelling in the Past
Talk
Berkshires
Lynn & Elizabeth Wood discuss their research of historical homes and present local findings.
Monday, Nov 12
Jewish Federation Connecting with Community "This is Life in Israel"
Community Program
Berkshires
This is Life in Israel: A Dialogue"
Monday, Nov 12
Prayerbook Hebrew Literacy
Class
Pioneer Valley
An 8-session class for adults to become more comfortable participating in Hebrew during services.
Tuesday, Nov 13
Adult Education Collaborative Classes
Study Group
Lower Pioneer Valley
Lower Valley Jewish Education Collaborative classes
Wednesday, Nov 14
Greatest Hits of the Talmud
Class
Pioneer Valley
Wrestle with the meanings of some “gems” of the Talmud in this 6-part class.
Wednesday, Nov 14
JLI Fall Series Wrestling with Faith
Lecture Series
Pioneer Valley
Wrestling with Faith New Fall JLI Series
Saturday, Nov 17
Melton Foundations of Jewish Family Living
Class
Lower Pioneer Valley, Pioneer Valley
A class for parents of school-age children.
Sunday, Nov 18
Film: “My Mexican Shivah,” with Q&A with Ilan Stavans
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
This film is a gentle comedy about a man's death leading to the celebration of his life.
Monday, Nov 19
Prayerbook Hebrew Literacy
Class
Pioneer Valley
An 8-session class for adults to become more comfortable participating in Hebrew during services.
Tuesday, Nov 20
JLI Fall Series Wrestling with Faith
Lecture Series
Pioneer Valley
Wrestling with Faith New Fall JLI Series
Wednesday, Nov 28
Greatest Hits of the Talmud
Class
Pioneer Valley
Wrestle with the meanings of some “gems” of the Talmud in this 6-part class.
Wednesday, Nov 28
JLI Fall Series Wrestling with Faith
Lecture Series
Pioneer Valley
Wrestling with Faith New Fall JLI Series
Saturday, Dec 01
Tot Shabbat
Spiritual Practice
Lower Pioneer Valley
Tot Shabbat service for children ages 5 & under with a parent or grandparent.
Sunday, Dec 02
Film: “The Prince and the Dybbuk”
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
The story of Moshe Walks, hit filmmaker, and his obsessive passion project: "The Dybbuk."
Monday, Dec 03
Community Torah Study
Study Group
All regions
Join members of the Beit Ahavah community for an informal discussion of that week’s Torah portion.
Tuesday, Dec 04
Author Talk: “Saving Mona Lisa,” with Gerri Chanel
Author Appearance
Pioneer Valley
“Saving Mona Lisa” tells a true story of art, intrigue, and courage in the face of WWII oppression.
Wednesday, Dec 05
Greatest Hits of the Talmud
Class
Pioneer Valley
Wrestle with the meanings of some “gems” of the Talmud in this 6-part class.
Friday, Dec 07
Tot Shabbat & Tot Sha-Potluck!
Family Program
All regions
Tot Shabbat & Tot Sha-Potluck is the monthly musical hour welcoming the Sabbath for kids ages 0-6.
Friday, Dec 07
JCA Family Friday
Family Program
Pioneer Valley
Join once a month as we welcome Shabbat with Felicia Sloin.
Saturday, Dec 08
Melton Foundations of Jewish Family Living
Class
Lower Pioneer Valley, Pioneer Valley
A class for parents of school-age children.
Sunday, Dec 09
Film: “The Dybbuk” (“Der Dibuk”) Newly Restored!
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
This 1937 classic brings together the best talents of Polish film to tell a definitive Jewish tale.
Wednesday, Dec 12
Orthodox Feminism
Lecture & Discussion
Pioneer Valley
Rabbi Lila Kagedan discusses her journey and challenges in becoming a female Orthodox rabbi.
Wednesday, Dec 12
Greatest Hits of the Talmud
Class
Pioneer Valley
Wrestle with the meanings of some “gems” of the Talmud in this 6-part class.
Sunday, Dec 23
Film: “Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas”
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
This irreverent film introduces the Jewish songwriters who scored Christianity’s favorite holiday.
Friday, Jan 04
JCA Family Friday
Family Program
Pioneer Valley
Join once a month as we welcome Shabbat with Felicia Sloin.
Saturday, Jan 05
Tot Shabbat
Spiritual Practice
Lower Pioneer Valley
Tot Shabbat service for children ages 5 & under with a parent or grandparent.
Sunday, Jan 06
Short Films: “Mandala Beats” and “Joe’s Violin”
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
A double feature of "Joe's Violin" and "Mandala Beats," documentaries about Jewish music and life.
Saturday, Jan 19
Melton Foundations of Jewish Family Living
Class
Lower Pioneer Valley, Pioneer Valley
A class for parents of school-age children.
Sunday, Jan 20
Film: “Itzhak”
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
As charming as the man himself, "Itzhak" is a loving portrait of celebrated violinist Itzhak Perlman
Friday, Feb 01
JCA Family Friday
Family Program
Pioneer Valley
Join once a month as we welcome Shabbat with Felicia Sloin.
Saturday, Feb 02
Tot Shabbat
Spiritual Practice
Lower Pioneer Valley
Tot Shabbat service for children ages 5 & under with a parent or grandparent.
Sunday, Feb 03
Film: “Angel Wagenstein: Art is a Weapon”
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
At 94, Angel Wagenstein is a witness to history and an influential voice on Europe’s rocky future.
Saturday, Feb 09
Melton Foundations of Jewish Family Living
Class
Lower Pioneer Valley, Pioneer Valley
A class for parents of school-age children.
Thursday, Feb 14
Film: “Stefan Zweig: Farewell to Europe”
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
Jewish intellectual Stefan Zweig grapples with Nazi Germany while searching for a home outside it.
Friday, Mar 01
JCA Family Friday
Family Program
Pioneer Valley
Join once a month as we welcome Shabbat with Felicia Sloin.
Saturday, Mar 02
Tot Shabbat
Spiritual Practice
Lower Pioneer Valley
Tot Shabbat service for children ages 5 & under with a parent or grandparent.
Sunday, Mar 03
Film: “GI Jews,” with director Q&A
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
This film tells the little-known story of Jews as active participants in the fight against Hitler.
Saturday, Mar 09
Melton Foundations of Jewish Family Living
Class
Lower Pioneer Valley, Pioneer Valley
A class for parents of school-age children.
Sunday, Mar 17
Film: “Bombshell”
Film Program
Pioneer Valley
The story of Hedy Lamarr, film starlet and scientist who enabled cell phone and bluetooth technology
Friday, Apr 05
JCA Family Friday
Family Program
Pioneer Valley
Join once a month as we welcome Shabbat with Felicia Sloin.