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Social Action Speaker Series: 

Antisemitism: The Facts, The History, The Conversation

This three part speaker series will explore Antisemitism past and present. Our goal is to provide the tools to have thoughtful and challenging conversations about this issue. 

Part 1: Laura Shaw Frank—Commemorating the Past and Ensuring the Future

Wednesday, November 6 | 7:45pm | Bet Torah

The evening will begin with candle lighting to remember Kristallnacht. Laura Shaw Frank, Director of AJC Contemporary Jewish Life, will speak about the history of Antisemitism and the parallels today. Register here!

Part 2: Alex Lederman—Antisemitism: The Conflict and the Israel Discourse

Tuesday, January 7 | 7:45pm | Bet Torah

Alex Lederman, Senior Policy and Communications Associate from Israel Policy Forum will speak on the history of the Israeli Palestinian conflict. Register here!

Part 3: Resetting the Table—A Skills-Building Workshop 

Sunday, January 26 | 3-7pm | Bet Torah

This skills-building workshop will focus on how to have collaborative conversations in the face of strong differences.  Register here!

 

Additional Resources:

Dara Horn, "October 7 Created a Permission Structure for Antisemitism"

Franklin Foer, "The Golden Age of American Jewry is Over"

People Love Dead Jews by Dara Horn

On Being Jewish Now, edited by Zibby Owens

Calendar

Below you will find our upcoming events related to our Social Action, our Caring Committee and our Volunteering values. Note we have many ONGOING programs that you can help with too!

 

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MondayMon, 10 FebFebruary, 2025

 
 
Emergency Shelter Week

Monday, Feb 10th (All day)Emergency Shelter Week

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WednesdayWed, 12 FebFebruary, 2025

 
 
Men's Club Cooking Dinner for the Emergency Shelter Partnership

Wednesday, Feb 12th 6:00p to 9:30pWe will be making guacamole, salad, vegetable chili, and corn bread to serve homeless adults staying at Bet Torah on this evening. This Men's Club Social Action event is designed for fathers to bring their children. We will begin cooking at 6pm, serving at 8:30 with a brief cleanup to follow. Helpers are welcome to come for any part of the evening. Those unable to attend are welcome to contribute to the costs of the ingredients. For questions contact Don Fried-Tanzer at 508-596-5522

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SaturdaySat, 1 MarMarch, 2025

 
 
Shabbat Service with Guest speaker Carola Bracco

Shabbat, Mar 1st 9:30a to 12:30pJoin us for Shabbat services and Guest Speaker Carola Bracco. Please register.

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Sat, January 25 2025 25 Tevet 5785