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  • From Lodz to Tel Aviv: The Satirical World of Dzigan and Shumacher, the Most Famous Yiddish Comedy Duo of the 20th Century

    The Magnes Collection 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, United States

    Please join us for the Second Annual Eva and Martin Libitzky Memorial Lecture. Taube Philanthropies, the Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life, and Berkeley Center for Jewish Studies present: From Lodz to Tel Aviv: The Satirical World of Dzigan and Shumacher, the Most Famous Yiddish Comedy Duo of the 20th Century, featuring John Efron is the Koret…

  • Art & Artists: The Art of Passover

    As most know, the holiday of Passover is based on the story of the Exodus of the Jews from Egypt. The name Passover comes from the passing over of the homes of the Jews during the 10th plague, the death of the first born. Join in this look at the Passover celebration via art objects…

  • Art & Artists: The Art of Israel

    Join us for a survey of the history of the Holy Land through art objects, which begins with the building of King Solomon’s Temple, and continues with the Jewish catacombs, the synagogue mosaics, and the establishment of the modern State of Israel. This program follows the sweep of Israeli history while focusing on the visual…

  • The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance

    JCC East Bay 1414 Walnut Street, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Join our new monthly series celebrating "The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance!" Great for musicians, dancers, and enthusiasts to meet, schmooze, or simply to take in the beauty of these rich traditions. ______________________________________________ Each session has three parts: First hour: participants can choose between two spaces to learn multi-ethnic music and dance technique and…

  • Walking in the Valley of the Shadow: Jewish Views of the Soul, Afterlife, and Remembering

    Jewish Views of the Soul, Afterlife, and Remembering with Rabbi Peretz Wolf-Prusan. In 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…

  • Recurring

    Exploring Music: Jewish Composers & Jewish Influences in Classical Music

    Pianist and instructor Clint Edwards has created a series specifically for JCC communities! Dive into masterpieces by J. Strauss, Copland, Shostakovich and Mendelssohn. May 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…

  • Recurring

    Exploring Music: Jewish Composers & Jewish Influences in Classical Music

    Pianist and instructor Clint Edwards has created a series specifically for JCC communities! Dive into masterpieces by J. Strauss, Copland, Shostakovich and Mendelssohn. May 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…

  • The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance

    JCC East Bay 1414 Walnut Street, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Join our new monthly series celebrating "The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance!" Great for musicians, dancers, and enthusiasts to meet, schmooze, or simply to take in the beauty of these rich traditions. ______________________________________________ Each session has three parts: First hour: participants can choose between two spaces to learn multi-ethnic music and dance technique and…

  • Recurring

    Beginner Mah Jongg Class

    Learn how to play American Mah Jongg! Join 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!   Class Descriptions: Class 1: Introduction to the…