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SUMMARY:Walking in the Valley of the Shadow: Jewish Views of the Soul\, Afterlife\, and Remembering
DESCRIPTION:Jewish Views of the Soul\, Afterlife\, and Remembering with Rabbi Peretz Wolf-Prusan. \nIn partnership with New Lehrhaus\, learn about the Jewish approach to death and dying\, from the traditional to the contemporary\, concepts and practices\, burial\, grief and comforting the bereaved – this is an important topic for all to explore within the safety and support of community. \nUpdate: this event is now virtual-only and will take place over Zoom. \n\nProgram cost: $36 \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/valley-of-the-shadow-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Jewish Life
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SUMMARY:Exploring Music: Jewish Composers & Jewish Influences in Classical Music
DESCRIPTION:Pianist and instructor Clint Edwards has created a series specifically for JCC communities! Dive into masterpieces by J. Strauss\, Copland\, Shostakovich and Mendelssohn. \n\nMay 9: Johann Strauss II – the Waltz-King of Vienna: Exploring the life and works of the 19th century master of the waltz\, the stories behind his greatest works\, and the rich cultural scene of Vienna.\nMay 16: Aaron Copland – Appalachian Spring: Exploring one of Aaron Copland’s greatest ballet scores\, the history behind the piece\, and analysis of Copland’s remarkable compositional methods\, in the creation of a 20th century masterpiece.\nMay 23: Dmitri Shostakovich and the Holocaust – Symphony 13 “Babi Yar”: Though not jewish himself\, Dmitri Shostakovich was profoundly impacted by the events of WWII and the Holocaust. As we analyze his monumental 13th symphony (“Babi Yar”)\, itself a commemoration of the atrocities committed upon Jews in the Soviet Ukraine\, we will trace Shostakovich’s commemoration and empathy for the victims of these events.\nMay 30: Felix Mendelssohn – The Italian Symphony: Exploring the creation of one of Mendelssohn’s greatest works – with musical analysis and biographical insights into his creative process.\n\n  \nThis event is presented in partnership with Osher Marin JCC and will take place over Zoom. \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/exploring-music/2024-05-09/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Older Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T130000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Music: Jewish Composers & Jewish Influences in Classical Music
DESCRIPTION:Pianist and instructor Clint Edwards has created a series specifically for JCC communities! Dive into masterpieces by J. Strauss\, Copland\, Shostakovich and Mendelssohn. \n\nMay 9: Johann Strauss II – the Waltz-King of Vienna: Exploring the life and works of the 19th century master of the waltz\, the stories behind his greatest works\, and the rich cultural scene of Vienna.\nMay 16: Aaron Copland – Appalachian Spring: Exploring one of Aaron Copland’s greatest ballet scores\, the history behind the piece\, and analysis of Copland’s remarkable compositional methods\, in the creation of a 20th century masterpiece.\nMay 23: Dmitri Shostakovich and the Holocaust – Symphony 13 “Babi Yar”: Though not jewish himself\, Dmitri Shostakovich was profoundly impacted by the events of WWII and the Holocaust. As we analyze his monumental 13th symphony (“Babi Yar”)\, itself a commemoration of the atrocities committed upon Jews in the Soviet Ukraine\, we will trace Shostakovich’s commemoration and empathy for the victims of these events.\nMay 30: Felix Mendelssohn – The Italian Symphony: Exploring the creation of one of Mendelssohn’s greatest works – with musical analysis and biographical insights into his creative process.\n\n  \nThis event is presented in partnership with Osher Marin JCC and will take place over Zoom. \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/exploring-music/2024-05-16/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Older Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240519T130000
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SUMMARY:The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join our new monthly series celebrating “The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance!” \nGreat for musicians\, dancers\, and enthusiasts to meet\, schmooze\, or simply to take in the beauty of these rich traditions. \n______________________________________________ \nEach session has three parts: \nFirst hour: participants can choose between two spaces to learn multi-ethnic music and dance technique and styles.\nSecond hour: Participants will come together for a dance party focusing on the dances and tunes taught in the prior hour.\nThird hour: an informal music jam in one or more of the classroom spaces at the JCC.  \nMusic and Dance performance/teacher schedule: \nJanuary 28\, 2024 – Qadim Ensemble and Miriam Peretz\nFebruary 25\, 2024 – Asaf Ophir\, Zina Pozen\, Ivan Velev\, and Bruce Bierman\nMarch 24\, 2024 – Zoe Aqua\, Dmitri Gaskin\, Misha Khalikulov\, and Bruce Bierman\nApril 21\, 2024 – Veretski Pass and Bruce Bierman\nMay 19\, 2024 – Saul Goodman’s Klezmer Band and Bruce Bierman \n______________________________________________ \n5-session series: $72.00\nDrop-in admission: $18.00-$54.00 sliding scale\n100% ticket revenue goes to cover musician/dance teacher fees.\nNo one turned away for lack of funds. Kids are free. \nPresented in association with KlezCalifornia and with support from the Jewish Community Center of the East Bay and KlezCalifornia’s Yiddish Culture Fund. \n______________________________________________ \nClick here for full series registration.\nIndividual session registration:\nMay 19
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/joy-of-jewish-music-and-dance-may/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T150000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Mah Jongg Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play American Mah Jongg!\nJoin us for a 4-part comprehensive tutorial on how to play American Mah Jongg. This in-depth class will be led by esteemed JCC East Bay Mah Jongg instructors. Sign up today for the JCC East Bay Beginner Mah Jongg Class! \n  \nClass Descriptions:\nClass 1: Introduction to the tiles\, rules on how to play\, and the (Jewish) history of American Mah Jongg\nClass 2: Practice Playing (close instructor supervision)\nClass 3: Practice Playing  (instructor supervision as needed)\nClass 4: Play in community! (no instructor supervision) \n\nDates: May 21\, May 29\, June 4\, and June 11\nSeries fee (all 4 sessions): $80\nRegistration is required. \n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/beginner-mah-jongg-class/2024-05-21/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T130000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Music: Jewish Composers & Jewish Influences in Classical Music
DESCRIPTION:Pianist and instructor Clint Edwards has created a series specifically for JCC communities! Dive into masterpieces by J. Strauss\, Copland\, Shostakovich and Mendelssohn. \n\nMay 9: Johann Strauss II – the Waltz-King of Vienna: Exploring the life and works of the 19th century master of the waltz\, the stories behind his greatest works\, and the rich cultural scene of Vienna.\nMay 16: Aaron Copland – Appalachian Spring: Exploring one of Aaron Copland’s greatest ballet scores\, the history behind the piece\, and analysis of Copland’s remarkable compositional methods\, in the creation of a 20th century masterpiece.\nMay 23: Dmitri Shostakovich and the Holocaust – Symphony 13 “Babi Yar”: Though not jewish himself\, Dmitri Shostakovich was profoundly impacted by the events of WWII and the Holocaust. As we analyze his monumental 13th symphony (“Babi Yar”)\, itself a commemoration of the atrocities committed upon Jews in the Soviet Ukraine\, we will trace Shostakovich’s commemoration and empathy for the victims of these events.\nMay 30: Felix Mendelssohn – The Italian Symphony: Exploring the creation of one of Mendelssohn’s greatest works – with musical analysis and biographical insights into his creative process.\n\n  \nThis event is presented in partnership with Osher Marin JCC and will take place over Zoom. \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/exploring-music/2024-05-23/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Older Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T150000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Mah Jongg Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play American Mah Jongg!\nJoin us for a 4-part comprehensive tutorial on how to play American Mah Jongg. This in-depth class will be led by esteemed JCC East Bay Mah Jongg instructors. Sign up today for the JCC East Bay Beginner Mah Jongg Class! \n  \nClass Descriptions:\nClass 1: Introduction to the tiles\, rules on how to play\, and the (Jewish) history of American Mah Jongg\nClass 2: Practice Playing (close instructor supervision)\nClass 3: Practice Playing  (instructor supervision as needed)\nClass 4: Play in community! (no instructor supervision) \n\nDates: May 21\, May 29\, June 4\, and June 11\nSeries fee (all 4 sessions): $80\nRegistration is required. \n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/beginner-mah-jongg-class/2024-05-28/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014850
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SUMMARY:Exploring Music: Jewish Composers & Jewish Influences in Classical Music
DESCRIPTION:Pianist and instructor Clint Edwards has created a series specifically for JCC communities! Dive into masterpieces by J. Strauss\, Copland\, Shostakovich and Mendelssohn. \n\nMay 9: Johann Strauss II – the Waltz-King of Vienna: Exploring the life and works of the 19th century master of the waltz\, the stories behind his greatest works\, and the rich cultural scene of Vienna.\nMay 16: Aaron Copland – Appalachian Spring: Exploring one of Aaron Copland’s greatest ballet scores\, the history behind the piece\, and analysis of Copland’s remarkable compositional methods\, in the creation of a 20th century masterpiece.\nMay 23: Dmitri Shostakovich and the Holocaust – Symphony 13 “Babi Yar”: Though not jewish himself\, Dmitri Shostakovich was profoundly impacted by the events of WWII and the Holocaust. As we analyze his monumental 13th symphony (“Babi Yar”)\, itself a commemoration of the atrocities committed upon Jews in the Soviet Ukraine\, we will trace Shostakovich’s commemoration and empathy for the victims of these events.\nMay 30: Felix Mendelssohn – The Italian Symphony: Exploring the creation of one of Mendelssohn’s greatest works – with musical analysis and biographical insights into his creative process.\n\n  \nThis event is presented in partnership with Osher Marin JCC and will take place over Zoom. \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/exploring-music/2024-05-30/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Older Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014850
CREATED:20240319T220835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T173816Z
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SUMMARY:Older Adults Flower Arrangements Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Spring into action! \nFind your inner florist while learning about the significance of connecting to nature in Judaism.\nThis colorful\, joyful\, and fragrant workshop will be led by a local Jewish florist\, paired with teachings from a Jewish nature educator.\n \n  \nIndoor event.\nCost: $10\nRegistration required.\n \n  \nClick here to register via Eventbrite.\nOr email Sara: sara.feinman@jcceastbay.org \n 
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/flower-workshop/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Older Adults
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