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October 2018

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Jewish Values, Trans Inclusivity, and “Yes on 3” with Rabbi Moskowitz

Thu, October 18th, 2018
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What do Jewish texts say about trans inclusivity, and can we square the value we place on human rights and dignity across the spectrum of gender expression and sexual orientation with Jewish tradition?

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Refugee Shabbat: A Firsthand Account of the Refugee Crisis FRIDAY 7pm

Fri, October 19th, 2018
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Every minute, 20 people are forced to flee their homes. Join WCJA and Refugee Advocates for Refugee Shabbat this Friday at the Jewish Religious Center -- all welcome! Home-cooked dinner at 7pm, followed by a speaker who will share her firsthand account working with refugees in Greece.

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November 2018

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Afula-Gilboa Dinner

Mon, November 12th, 2018
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Join WCJA for a special dinner event with four Israeli residents from Afula-Gilboa Israel, an interfaith coalition discussing religion, politics and their personal perspectives on the intersection of secular, Jewish Muslim, and modern Orthodox life in Israel.

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December 2018

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Hannukah 2018!

Sun, December 2nd, 2018
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WCJA's annual Hannukah Party and latke-fest is happening this Sunday, December 2nd, kicking off the start of Hannukah 2018! Festivities will include dreidel, gelt, gift-wrapping, candle-lighting, and of course, many, many latkes. Bring yourself, your friends, and an appetite--all are welcome!

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January 2019

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Frosh Shabbat! Calling all first years to help cook and join us for dinner.

Wed, January 9th, 2019
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The first years are cooking Shabbat dinner this week. Come help cook!

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Day-Long Winter Meditation Retreat (Thursday, 10am-4pm, at the JRC)

Thu, January 10th, 2019
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Day-long Winter Meditation Retreat Join students, faculty, and staff as we settle into presence and stillness through the practice of meditation. A perfect way to spend a day of Winter Study and to feel renewed and reconnected. Time/location: Thursday, Jan. 10. From 10 am - 4:00 pm at the Jewish Religious Center (24 Stetson Court). Sitting meditation periods (40 minutes in…

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Help Braid and Bake Challah TODAY to Combat Food Insecurity!

Thu, January 17th, 2019
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Help WCJA bake/braid challah Thurs 3-7pm at the JRC! Plain, chocolate, & cinnamon mini-loaves and new "challah bites." Proceeds go to food insecurity orgs. You can taste-test and reserve loaves to pick up fresh! Come when you can.

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Day-long Winter Meditation Retreat Tuesday 10am-4pm

Tue, January 22nd, 2019
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Join students, faculty, and staff
 as we settle into presence and stillness through the practice of meditation. A perfect way to spend a day of Winter Study and to feel renewed and reconnected.

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Tu BiShvat Environmental Service

Thu, January 24th, 2019
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To celebrate the Jewish holiday of the trees, join us for a service celebrating environmental awareness, justice, and gratitude. We will have S N A C K S !

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February 2019

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Changing the World from the Inside Out: A Path to Personal and Collective Change

Wed, February 6th, 2019
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What kind of change work are you called to do in this world? How can you show up as your best self? Over the course of 6 Wednesdays, we will explore these questions, plus motivation, choice, & gratitude. Interested? Email Rabbi Seth @ smw4!

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Ecological Justice and Judaism: A Deep Shift in Consciousness

Ecological Justice and Judaism: A Deep Shift in Consciousness

Wed, February 13th, 2019
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We can’t stop ecological degradation only with technical fixes; we need a different way of thinking about our world. Check out this experiential workshop that connects Jewish ideas to toward a creating a thriving, sustainable planet.

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Self-Care & Spirituality for Activists and Change-Makers

Self-Care & Spirituality for Activists and Change-Makers

Wed, February 20th, 2019
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What kind of change work are you called to do in this world? How can you show up as your best self? Over the course of 6 sessions, through personal and small group reflection, we will explore motivation, choice, gratitude, and rest.

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Shabbat Prayer Workshop

Fri, February 22nd, 2019
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Explore the practice of prayer during our series of experiential Shabbat service workshops, built from scratch each week! Your feedback will help shape WCJA's new prayer book for use in our weekly Shabbat services for years to come.

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May 2019

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Challah for Hunger: dough-making Sat, braiding with kids Sun, selling Mon

Sun, May 5th, 2019
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This weekend is our last Challah for Hunger bake of the year! Help us make dough Sat night 9-10:30pm, or braid dough with local families as part of a PJ Library program Sun 10am-noon at JRC. Or buy challah Mon lunch at Paresky!

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October 2019

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Bake and Braid Challah to Combat Food Insecurity, 6-10pm TONIGHT! (Or Buy Tomorrow at Lunch!)

Thu, October 24th, 2019
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Join us to bake challah, traditional Jewish braided loaves, to raise $$ to combat food insecurity locally. No experience necessary - we'll teach! Come anytime 6-10pm at the Jewish Religious Center. Click for more info on Challah for Hunger.

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November 2019

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Bake and Braid Chalah to Combat Food Insecurity, 6-9pm Tonight!

Thu, November 14th, 2019
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Join us to bake challah, traditional Jewish braided loaves, to raise $ to combat food insecurity. No experience necessary - we'll teach! Come anytime 6-9pm at the Jewish Religious Center. Click for more info on Challah for Hunger.

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January 2020

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Come make Challah dough to Combat Food Insecurity, 7-9pm on Wednesday!

Wed, January 8th, 2020
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Join us to make dough for challah, traditional Jewish braided loaves, to raise $ to combat food insecurity. No experience necessary - we'll teach! Come anytime 7-9pm at the Jewish Religious Center. Click for more info on Challah for Hunger.

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Come braid and bake challah to combat food insecurity, 9-noon on Thursday!

Thu, January 9th, 2020
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Join us to braid and bake challah, traditional Jewish braided loaves, to raise $ to combat food insecurity. No experience necessary - we'll teach! Come anytime 9-noon at the Jewish Religious Center.

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A TASTE OF ZEN PRACTICE

A TASTE OF ZEN PRACTICE

Sun, January 26th, 2020
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Are you new to meditation or Zen Buddhist practice?

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October 2021

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The New Jew: Screening and Creators’ Talkback

The New Jew: Screening and Creators’ Talkback

Tue, October 26th, 2021
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This funny and insightful TV documentary series showcases for Israeli Jewish society the character and shape of the American Jewish community and explores relations between these groups. A talkback with creator Moshe Samuels will follow.

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April 2022

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Visionary and Playful Art: An Exhibit Opening of the Work of Paul Graubard

Fri, April 29th, 2022
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The work of local artist Paul Graubard is currently on display at the JRC. His art is inspired by religious, biblical, and rabbinic themes, among other sources.

The entire community is welcome to the opening event and to meet the artist.

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April 2023

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Tending to the Jewish Ancestral:Emergent on Yom Hashoah/Holocaust Memorial Day

Tending to the Jewish Ancestral:Emergent on Yom Hashoah/Holocaust Memorial Day

Mon, April 17th, 2023
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Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Memorial Day, offers an opportunity to engage our own experience with how we process loss and grief; our connection to our ancestors; and what would it mean to release and heal. All are welcome at this unique event!

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December 2023

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Musical Kabbalat Shabbat with Argentinian Duo Lerner & Moguilevsky

Fri, December 1st, 2023
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WCJA and the Jewish Federation of the Berkshires are super excited to welcome Argentinian maestros César Lerner and Marcello Moguilevsky, for a special Friday night Shabbat service!

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April 2024

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Trans & Jewish with Rabbi Becky Silverstein

Trans & Jewish with Rabbi Becky Silverstein

Tue, April 16th, 2024
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Join Rabbi Becky Silverstein (he/him), Co-Director of the Trans Halakha Project and faculty at SVARA, for two learning opportunities: Rituals and Blessings for Trans Lives & Trans and Jewish Lunch & Learn at the Jewish Religious Center.

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Trans & Jewish with Rabbi Becky Silverstein

Trans & Jewish with Rabbi Becky Silverstein

Wed, April 17th, 2024 - Thu, April 18th, 2024
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Join Rabbi Becky Silverstein (he/him), Co-Director of the Trans Halakha Project and faculty at SVARA, for two learning opportunities: Rituals and Blessings for Trans Lives & Trans and Jewish Lunch & Learn at the Jewish Religious Center.

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