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SUMMARY:B'Mitzvah Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about The B’Mitzvah Way!\nJoin us for a virtual information about The B’Mitzvah Way! The B’Mitzvah year marks the beginning of a journey—an emotional\, social\, and physical journey that our tweens\, and their families and community. \n\nWhat does it mean to become a B’Mitzvah?\nWhat does it mean to transition into adulthood?\nWhat kind of human beings do we hope our tweens will grow into—and how do they view this themselves\, and begin to live it out in the world?\n\nAt this virtual information session\, Rabbi Elizeva will provide information and answer all your questions. \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/bmitzvah-info-session/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T195844Z
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SUMMARY:Empower Yourself Against Antisemitism on Social Media
DESCRIPTION:The JCC East Bay is partnering with the organization Fighting Online Antisemitism to present a workshop to empower teens in online spaces. \nTeens and parents will learn skills such as: \n\nBeing able to spot antisemitism online\nKnowing when to engage and when to back off to guard your mental health\nHow to report antisemitism in ways that will actually get it taken down\n\nThe workshop will go over how to report antisemitism in such a way that it gets taken seriously by social media sites. We want all participants to be able to leave the workshop with new skills in their tool belt. \nThis workshop will take place online. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/empower-yourself-against-antisemitism-on-social-media/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
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SUMMARY:Be Mitzvah Open House
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join us for a taste of JCC East Bay Be Mitzvah program!\nThe Be Mitzvah journey is a meaningful time of growth\, reflection\, and learning. Finding the right community and program can be challenging\, but we’re here to help. \n__________________________________ \nJCC East Bay is excited to partner with Judaism Your Way to offer 6th – 7th graders a new Be Mitzvah program. \nThe Be Mitzvah program offers a two-year\, in-person small group learning program that guides students through this pivotal coming-of-age experience\, offering a customizable approach that prioritizes their personal connection to Judaism. This experience prepares students for a distinctive\, meaningful\, and personally curated Be Mitzvah ceremony that focuses on helping youth discover their individual identity within a Jewish context. \nThis event is designed for parents and tweens to learn more about this special program. \n__________________________________ \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/be-mitzvah-open-house/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
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SUMMARY:I Am Not Afraid: A Holocaust Survivor Story for Teens and Parents
DESCRIPTION:Join the JCC East Bay and the JFCS Holocaust Center\, William J. Lowenberg Speakers Bureau for a valuable opportunity to hear from and engage with local Holocaust Survivor Ralph S.\, and learning the importance of remembering\, honoring\, and commemorating. This event is for teens and their parents. \nWe will begin with an interview with Ralph\, during which he will share his story and wisdom with us. After the interview\, there will be an open Q&A session\, where teens and parents will have the opportunity to engage with Ralph and learn more about his life and experiences. \n________________________________________________ \nRalph was born in Dresden\, Germany\, in 1931 to a Polish father and a mother whose family had lived in Dresden for 150 years. \n \nAt the age of 7½\, he was sent alone on a Kindertransport to England to escape the Holocaust and was later evacuated to the English countryside during the war. Ralph studied at the London School of Economics before immigrating to the United States at 27. He moved to California in 1962 and worked in public agency real estate\, including seven years with BART\, until his retirement in 1997. \nNow residing in Oakland\, Ralph shares his Holocaust experiences as a member of the JFCS Holocaust Center’s William J. Lowenberg Speakers Bureau\, speaking in schools and presenting the Oscar-winning documentary\, Into the Arms of Strangers. He has returned to Germany several times to speak at schools in Dresden and Heidelberg. \n________________________________________________ \nOur interview and discussion with Ralph are part of the annual Zikaron BaSalon (Remembrances in the Living Room) program. This program commemorates the Holocaust through intimate gatherings that allow for meaningful conversations and storytelling\, passing the torch from large ceremonies to conversations and stories told in more intimate\, meaningful spaces. \nThis event is the second in a series of Holocaust remembrance programs for teens and parents presented in partnership with The JFCS Holocaust Center. If you are viewing this page before March 25\, 2025\, we highly encourage you to join us for the first event: I Am Not: Holocaust Education for Teens and Parents. \n________________________________________________ \nRegister here.\n  \nThis program is proudly supported by the Israel Engagement Fund: A JCC Association of North America Program Accelerator and the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/i-am-not-afraid-2/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T194500
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SUMMARY:I Am Not Afraid: Holocaust Education for Teens and Parents
DESCRIPTION:Join the JCC East Bay\, Congregation Netivot Shalom\, and the JFCS Holocaust Center for an evening of Holocaust education and remembrance. This event is for teens and their parents. \nI Am Not Afraid will begin with a screening of A Great Big Secret\, an animated Holocaust documentary directed by Yoav Potash\, followed by an interview and Q&A session with Anita\, the survivor featured in the film. \nYoav Potash is an award-winning writer\, director\, and producer. He produced and directed the Sundance premiere documentary Crime After Crime\, a New York Times Critics’ Pick and winner of 25 honors\, including a Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award\, the National Board of Review Freedom of Expression Award\, and six audience awards. Yoav also directed Food Stamped\, winner of SF IndieFest’s Jury Prize\, and he recently produced and directed the feature documentary film Among Neighbors\, which won the Special Award at the Warsaw Jewish Film Festival and the Envision Award from the Jewish Film Institute. \nA Great Big Secret blends interviews\, archival footage and hand-drawn animation to tell the story of a Holocaust survivor. Born in the Netherlands\, Anita was a hidden child whose story was likewise hidden for decades. Anita shares a powerful message about the importance of remembrance and the strength of embracing our Jewish culture and identity in the face of rising antisemitism. We are deeply honored to host her for an open dialogue with our community. \nAs part of their preparation\, students enrolled in Netivot Shalom and JCC East Bay teen programs will engage in Holocaust Education lessons led by their teachers ahead of the event. \nThis event is the first in a two-part series of Holocaust remembrance programs for teens and parents being offered at the JCC East Bay. \nRegister here.\n 
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/i-am-not-afraid/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T223000
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SUMMARY:Silent Disco: Teen Purim Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the JCC East Bay Midrasha and EBUSY at Congregation Netivot Shalom for a Silent Disco Purim Party!  \nGet ready for dancing\, party games\, ice cream\, and a Purim celebration. Teen leaders have worked hard to put together the Purim event of their dreams\, and they are excited to share it with their peers!  \n  \nThis event is open to teens in grades 8-12. \nRegistration is not required\, and participation is free!
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/silent-disco/
LOCATION:Congregation Netivot Shalom\, 1316 University Ave\, Berkeley
CATEGORIES:HOLIDAY,Youth & Teens
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250309T110000
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SUMMARY:Israel One2One
DESCRIPTION:Israel One2One is an exciting opportunity for East Bay high schoolers (grades 9-12) to connect with their peers in Israel. This virtual mifgash (exchange) program pairs Israeli and American teens together for a series of virtual conversations.  \nOne2One is an opportunity for teens from across the world to form bonds and connect with each other. Participants meet over Zoom to connect with their Israeli counterpart. The program provides helpful conversation starters\, but teens are welcome to take their calls in any direction they wish. Learn more here about Israel One2One here. \n___________________________ \nOne2One connections will meet on Sundays in March-April:\nMarch 9\, March 16\, March 23\, March 30\, April 6\n \nConversation slots are available at 9am and 10am. \n___________________________ \nRegister here.\nThis program is run in partnership with EnterPeoplehood.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/israel-one2one/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T163605Z
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SUMMARY:MLK Weekend Day of Service
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to partner with Repair The World on this Day of Service project.\nJoin us on MLK Weekend to help construct the new Richmond Tiny House Village Garden and Farm. We will be building\, planting\, and offering prayers and blessings for this new home. \nThis event is suitable for children ages 10 and up. Parents/guardians will need to sign an additional waiver for their children to participate.  \n  \nRegister here.\n 
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/mlk-day-of-service/
LOCATION:Richmond Tiny House Village\, Richmond\, CA
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T203000
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CREATED:20241203T000423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T000453Z
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SUMMARY:Light Up The Night: Teen Chanukah Party
DESCRIPTION:It’s a teen-led Chanukah Party brought to you by Midrasha! \nJoin us for a Chanukah party featuring delicious sufganiyot\, Israeli Chanukah rituals\, a dreidel competition\, dancing\, and so much more. This event has been planned by the Midrasha Holiday and Event Planning Leadership Track. \n  \nRegister here.\nCost: $5/person\nThis event is open to teens in grades 8-12.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/light-up-the-night/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHANUKAH,Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20241107T192119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T215447Z
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SUMMARY:Hygiene Drive
DESCRIPTION:Tzedakah and Tikkun Olam at the JCC East Bay!\nThis winter\, we are partnering with Jewish Family & Community Services of the East Bay for a donation drive. Community members are invited to donate new and unopened hygiene products: \n\nToothpaste\nToothbrushes\nFloss\nBar soap\nDeodorant\nShampoo\nConditioner\nRazors\nHand soap\n\nDrop-off bins are located in the JCC East Bay lobby. Your generous donations will be shared with refugees who have recently relocated to the East Bay through JFCS’s Refugee Resettlement Program. Thank you for supporting refugees in the East Bay! \n  \nQuestions about the product drive?\nPlease email Noah: noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/hygiene-drive/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,Older Adults,Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20231228T232511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T202621Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk About It: Remembering the Holocaust | Zikaron BaSalon
DESCRIPTION:Remembering the Holocaust | Zikaron BaSalon\nEva Lukacs\, a Hungarian Holocaust survivor\, will share her story.\n  \nZikaron BaSalon (Remembrances in the Living Room) is a special way to commemorate the Holocaust. Taking place annually in thousands of private living rooms and public settings\, it passes the torch from official\, large-scale remembrance ceremonies to conversations and stories told in more intimate\, meaningful gatherings. All are welcome to join this special gathering to hear and honor the Holocaust story of one of our community members. This event will include opportunities to reflect\, ask questions\, and ground our awareness and education about the Holocaust in a warm and supportive community\, with an age-appropriate lens. \n  \nMay the memories of all lost in the Holocaust forever be a blessing.\nזיכרונם לברכה \n  \n  \n\nRegister here. \n______________________________________________________\nThis series is presented in partnership by the JCC East Bay\, ADL\, and Berkeley Hillel. 
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/lets-talk-about-3/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20240227T230135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T230135Z
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SUMMARY:Self Defense Class for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Teens of the East Bay are invited to join us for a self-defense class taught by the Krav Maga Xtreme team!\nLearn the foundations of krav maga including how to de-escalate life threatening situations and the basics of strike and evasion techniques. Light refreshments provided. Limited spots available – registration required. \n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/self-defense-for-teens/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20231228T232506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T205203Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk About It: Understanding Jewish Life on Campus
DESCRIPTION:A new program from the JCC East Bay that centers on teens\, and parents of teens\, to be in community as we learn and grow through diverse discussions.\n______________________________________________________ \nMarch 3\, 2024 – Understanding Jewish Life on Campus\nWhat can it look like to be Jewish on school campuses? How are academic institutions helping to support and uplift Jewish life? What organizations and resources exist to support Jewish students? Let’s find out by asking our questions to Berkeley Hillel staff and college students and explore together what changes we can make to support Jewish students at every stage. \n\n  \nMay 5 \, 2024 – Remembering the Holocaust | Zikaron B’Salon\nZikaron BaSalon (“Remembrances in the Living Room”) is a special way to commemorate the Holocaust. Taking place annually in thousands of private living rooms and public settings\, it passes the torch from official\, large-scale remembrance ceremonies to conversations and stories told in more intimate\, meaningful gatherings. All are welcome to join this special gathering to hear and honor the Holocaust story of one of our community members. This event will include opportunities to reflect\, ask questions\, and ground our awareness and education about the Holocaust in a warm and supportive community\, with an age-appropriate lens. \nMay the memories of all lost in the Holocaust forever be a blessing.\nזיכרונם לברכה \n______________________________________________________ \n2-session: $25\nSingle-session: $18\n*No cost for existing Midrasha teens/families \n______________________________________________________ \nThis series is presented in partnership by the JCC East Bay\, ADL\, and Berkeley Hillel.  \n\n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/lets-talk-about-2/
LOCATION:Berkeley Hillel\, 2736 Bancroft Way\, Berkeley\, California\, 94704
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20231228T232503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T222410Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk About It: Navigating Conversations on Antisemitism
DESCRIPTION:A new program from the JCC East Bay that centers on teens\, and parents of teens\, to be in community as we learn and grow through diverse discussions.\n______________________________________________________ \nJanuary 28\, 2024 – Navigating Conversations on Antisemitism\nJoin us as we learn about the historical roots of antisemitism and how it shows up in school and online.\nFacilitated by the Anti-Defamation League\, the session will support teens and parents with suggestions and tools for responding to antisemitic incidents and provide space to discuss concerns and experiences within our community and reflect on how we can better support our families and teens. \n  \n\nMarch 3\, 2024 – Understanding Jewish Life on Campus\nWhat can it look like to be Jewish on school campuses? How are academic institutions helping to support and uplift Jewish life? What organizations and resources exist to support Jewish students? Let’s find out by asking our questions to Berkeley Hillel staff and college students and explore together what changes we can make to support Jewish students at every stage. \n  \n\nMay 5 \, 2024 – Remembering the Holocaust | Zikaron B’Salon\nZikaron BaSalon (“Remembrances in the Living Room”) is a special way to commemorate the Holocaust. Taking place annually in thousands of private living rooms and public settings\, it passes the torch from official\, large-scale remembrance ceremonies to conversations and stories told in more intimate\, meaningful gatherings. All are welcome to join this special gathering to hear and honor the Holocaust story of one of our community members. This event will include opportunities to reflect\, ask questions\, and ground our awareness and education about the Holocaust in a warm and supportive community\, with an age-appropriate lens. \nMay the memories of all lost in the Holocaust forever be a blessing.\nזיכרונם לברכה \n______________________________________________________ \n3-session series: $36\n2-session: $25\nSingle-session: $18\n*No cost for existing Midrasha teens/families \n______________________________________________________ \nThis series is presented in partnership by the JCC East Bay\, ADL\, and Berkeley Hillel.  \n\n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/lets-talk-about-1/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230521T173000
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SUMMARY:Teen Dodgeball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Dodgeball is back and only time will tell which team will be victorious! Teens can register individually or as a team of five for this bracket-style tournament and test their grit\, stamina\, and warrior-like courage. First time playing dodgeball? No worries! We’ll teach you how to play. Winning teams will receive special prizes.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/teen-dodgeball-tournament/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230521T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20220705T223713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T004429Z
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SUMMARY:Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss
DESCRIPTION:Swifties rejoice! We’re closing out our year of teen films with the Taylor Swift documentary\, Miss Americana\, which covers a transformational year of the iconic pop artists’s life. After the film\, teens are welcome to join in the group discussions over snacks. \n*All food provided will be vegetarian. Please email our Director of Youth & Teen Programs Brianna with any food allergies or dietary restrictions.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss-april/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230317T190000
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SUMMARY:Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss!
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly teen film series of the year returns for our final winter film of March! Join us as we watch The Half of It\, teaching us lessons on the nature of love as high school seniors find connection in the most unlikely of places. After the film\, teens are welcome to join in group discussions over snacks. Please note that registration is required\, and all teens must provide proof of vaccine prior to entering. *Light refreshments (all vegetarian) will be provided\, and we recommend warm layers and a reusable thermos to fill up on hot beverages post-film. \n 
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss-3/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230203T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20221227T181535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221227T181535Z
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SUMMARY:Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss!
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly film series of the year returns for February! Join us as we dive into the digital world of social media\, exploring the unintended and devastating consequences it has on society from polarization\, to isolation\, to low self-esteem and beyond. In part one of watching The Social Dilemma\, we will see how social media corporations exploit the human desire for attention\, belonging\, affirmation\, and community in order to make a profit. After the film\, teens are welcome to join in group discussions over snacks.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss-2/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230120T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20221227T181350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221227T181350Z
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SUMMARY:Move\, Nosh\, Discuss!
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly film series of the year returns for 2023! Join us as we dive into the world of an 11 year old girl\, Parvana\, who is growing up under the Taliban in Afghanistan in 2001\, in ‘The Breadwinner’\, an animated film based on Deborah Ellis’ bestselling novel. After the film\, teens are welcome to join in group discussions over snacks.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/move-nosh-discuss/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221209T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221209T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20221024T183653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T180827Z
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SUMMARY:Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss!
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we end the epic saga of Obi-Wan Kenobi – whether you’re a first-timer joining the galaxy far\, far away or can recite every Jedi by name and rank\, everyone is welcome! After watching Part IV & Part V\, teens are welcome to join in group discussion over snacks. Register here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221021T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20220826T212400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T212501Z
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SUMMARY:Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss: Teen Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly film series of the year returns for October! Join us as we continue the epic saga of Obi-Wan Kenobi – whether you’re a first-timer joining the galaxy far\, far away or can recite every Jedi by name and rank\, everyone is welcome! After watching Part III & Part IV\, teens are welcome to join in group discussions over snacks. \nPlease note that registration is required and all teens must provide proof of vaccine prior to entering and remain masked. *Light refreshments (all vegetarian) will be provided and consumed outside. We recommend warm layers and a reusable thermos to fill up on hot beverages post-film. \nClick here to register. \nCOVID Guidelines:\n1) All JCC staff are fully vaccinated (including boosters).\n2) All attendees will have to show proof of vaccination (including boosters\, if eligible) prior to entering.\n3) Proof of vaccination is required for those 5 years of age or older at the door.\n4) Well-fitting masks are required indoors\, masks are optional outdoors.\n5) Please be mindful of social distancing.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss-teen-movie-night/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220909T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220909T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20220705T222044Z
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SUMMARY:Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss
DESCRIPTION:Our first film series of the year is back! Join us as we dive into the epic saga of Obi-Wan Kenobi – whether you’re a first-timer joining the galaxy far\, far away or can recite every Jedi by name and rank\, everyone is welcome! After the film\, teens are welcome to join in group discussions over snacks. \nPlease note that registration is required and all teens must provide proof of vaccine prior to entering and remain masked. Light refreshments* will be provided and consumed outside. We recommend warm layers and a reusable thermos to fill up on hot beverages post-film. \nClick here for registration. \nQuestions? Please reach out to Brianna Sommer\, Director of Youth & Teen Programs at briannas@jcceastbay.org! \nCOVID Guidelines\n1) All JCC staff are fully vaccinated (including boosters).\n2) All attendees will have to show proof of vaccination (including boosters\, if eligible) prior to entering.\n3) Proof of vaccination required for those 5 years of age or older at the door.\n4) Well-fitting masks are required indoors\, masks are optional outdoors.\n5) Please be mindful of social distancing. \n*All food provided will be vegetarian. Please email our Director of Youth & Teen Programs Brianna with any food allergies or dietary restrictions.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss-sept/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220506T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20220301T183502Z
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SUMMARY:Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss: The Last Days
DESCRIPTION:Our final film series of the year! Join us as we dive into true stories from around the world\, covering the past\, present\, and future. After the film\, teens are welcome to join in group discussions over snacks*. \nPlease note that registration is required and all teens must provide proof of vaccine prior to entering and remain masked. Light refreshments will be provided and consumed outside. We recommend warm layers and reusable thermos to fill up on hot beverages post-film. \n5/6: The Last Days \nIn commemoration of Yom HaShoah\, Holocaust & Heroism Remembrance Day\, join us as we go back to late 1944. Even as they faced imminent defeat\, the Nazis expended enormous resources to kill or deport over 425\,000 Jews during the “cleansing” of Hungary. We will dive into this Oscar-winning documentary\, as we focus on the plight of five Hungarian Jews who survived imprisonment in Auschwitz. Though these survivors recount the horrors they witnessed and endured as a result of the Nazis’ “Final Solution\,” their individual triumphs are a testament to hope and humanity. \nQuestions? Please reach out to Brianna Sommer\, Director of Youth & Teen Programs at briannas@jcceastbay.org. \n*All food provided will be vegetarian. Please email Brianna with any food allergies or dietary restrictions. \nClick here for tickets and information.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss-the-last-days/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220313T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220327T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20220225T000425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T005555Z
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SUMMARY:Dare to Be: 3 Part Series on Mental Health for Middle Schoolers
DESCRIPTION:Calling all middle schoolers! 6th-8th graders are invited to join our three-part mental health workshop. Each of the 3 sessions will dive into different topics relating to mental health including: understanding and destigmatizing mental health\, debunking myths\, supporting our friends and ourselves through challenging times\, and how to set boundaries for our well-being. Sessions will be hosted by trained professionals from the JCC East Bay\, JFCS SF\, Peninsula\, Marin\, & Sonoma counties\, JFCS East Bay\, as well as local teen mentors. Attendees are welcome to attend one or all three events. \nNote: Registration includes a vegetarian lunch. \nClick here for tickets and more information.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/dare-to-be-3-part-series-on-mental-health-for-middle-schoolers/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220311T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20220125T211758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T215241Z
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SUMMARY:Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss: Schmatta: Rags to Riches
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off our teen program taster with a monthly free Friday film series! Join us as we dive into true stories from around the world\, covering the past\, present\, and future. After the film\, teens are welcome to join in group discussions over snacks*. \nPlease note that registration is required and all teens must provide proof of vaccine prior to entering and remain masked. Light refreshments will be provided and consumed outside. We recommend warm layers and a reusable thermos to fill up on hot beverages post-film. \n3/11: Schmatta: Rags to Riches \n\nTogether\, we will take a closer look at the vibrant\, unexpected history of the Garment District\, which for many years was the heart and soul of Midtown Manhattan\, but is now in danger of disappearing. For thousands of immigrants the garment industry was a path to their American Dream\, but today most of those jobs are gone. A microcosm of the economic and social forces transforming our nation over the past one hundred years\, “Schmatta: Rags to Riches to Rags” tells the story of this vanishing industry through the voices of the people who have experienced its highs and lows\n\nClick here for tickets and information.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss-schmatta-rags-to-riches/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220306T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20220225T003502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T003734Z
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SUMMARY:JFI Teen Social Justice Film Fellows Present: Her Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join the JFI Teen Social Justice Film Fellows for an afternoon of film and conversation prompted by a screening of the short film Her Dance at JCC East Bay. \nScreening includes a live Q&A on Zoom with director Bar Cohen and a panel conversation with Bay Area teen activists about LGBTQ+ issues. \nThis program is curated by the Jewish Film Institute’s Teen Social Justice Film Fellows\, a cohort of fourteen teens from around the Bay Area of Jewish and non-Jewish backgrounds\, working with JFI staff to present programs for Bay Area teens and the wider community reflecting the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam: repairing the world with our actions. \nClick here for free registration and more information.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/jfi-teen-social-justice-film-fellows-present-her-dance/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20220125T211756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T212313Z
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SUMMARY:Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss: Forever Pure
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off our teen program taster with a monthly free Friday film series! Join us as we dive into true stories from around the world\, covering the past\, present\, and future. After the film\, teens are welcome to join in group discussions over snacks*. \nPlease note that registration is required and all teens must provide proof of vaccine prior to entering and remain masked. Light refreshments will be provided and consumed outside. We recommend warm layers and a reusable thermos to fill up on hot beverages post-film. \n2/11: Forever Pure \n\nBeitar Jerusalem Football Club is the most popular and controversial soccer team in Israel. Forever Pure documents the 2012-13 season\, when a secretive transfer deal by the club’s owner brought two Muslim players from Chechnya. The deal inspired the most racist campaign in Israeli sport and sent the club spiraling out of control. Through one season we witness a team in crisis as power\, money and politics provide a window into how racism is destroying the team and society from within.\n\nClick here for tickets and information.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss-forever-pure/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T014050
CREATED:20211215T213130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T212308Z
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SUMMARY:[Cancelled] Movie\, Nosh\, Discuss: Paragraph 175
DESCRIPTION:In commemoration of National Holocaust Day\, our teens are invited to join us as we will take a closer look at the rarely told stories of the Nazi persecution of the LGBTQ+ population. during World War II. Paragraph 175 fills a crucial gap in the historical record\, and reveals the lasting consequences of this hidden chapter of 20th century history. These are stories of survivors – sometimes bitter\, but just as often filled with irony and humor; tortured by their memories\, yet infused with a powerful will to endure. Their moving testimonies\, rendered with evocative images of their lives and times\, tell a haunting\, compelling story of human resistance. \nClick here for tickets and information.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/movie-nosh-discuss-paragraph-175/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Teens
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