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SUMMARY:Nosh With Your Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the JCC East Bay library and courtyard space for a bring-your-own-lunch gathering on the third Thursday of every month. Be sure to bring your own Kosher-style lunch – a delicious dessert will be provided! \nEmail Sara (sara.feinman@jcceastbay.org) to confirm your attendance.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/nosh-with-your-neighbors/2024-04-18/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Older Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T004309Z
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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:\nApril 21\, May 19
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/joy-of-jewish-music-and-dance-april/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240125T231552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T191226Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:A JCC East Bay group that meets weekly on Wednesdays to play American Mah Jongg! \nThis group is for more experienced players or those wanting to sharpen their competitive edge. Join for good company\, tea\, and fierce games of Mah Jongg. Drop-ins are welcome. \nFor more information email Gravity (gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org).
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/advanced-mah-jongg/2024-04-24/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240112T205051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T165440Z
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SUMMARY:Yiddish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Yiddish Conversation!\nParticipants will take turns reading various Yiddish passages aloud – laughing at the stories together\, connecting with like-minded community members\, and keeping the art of the Yiddish language alive! \nPlease email Gravity to RSVP: gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/yiddish-conversation/2024-04-24/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20231017T202549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T202549Z
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SUMMARY:JCC Parent Club Chevrutah (Yom Hashoah)
DESCRIPTION:How does the Jewish holiday cycle work?\nWhat are the animating ideas\, themes\, and visions of its practice?\nIs there space for dissent\, doubt\, or disaffection in the calendar?\nHow do we carry out Jewish celebrations if we are not yet experts?\n\nJoin the JCC Parent Club Chevruta* (group of learners)\, as we discuss these big questions\, talk about parenting\, learn about Jewish Holidays\, and connect as a community. \n\n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/jcc-parent-club-chevrutah-yom-hashoah/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240212T225852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T210537Z
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SUMMARY:Older Adults Passover Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite JCC East Bay Older Adults to a Passover Luncheon!\nThis Passover Luncheon will include a delicious Kosher-for-Pesach catered lunch\, live Klezmer music\, and a special appearance from a local Jewish storyteller to guide us through the story of Passover. Gather in community this Pesach by reconnecting with old friends\, seeing new friendly faces\, and celebrating Jewish joy! Registration is required. \n\n80 seats/meals available\nCost: $20 per person (cash or card accepted at the door). If this is a barrier for anyone\, we have additional subsidies available.\n \n  \nTo RSVP: Please email Sara (sara.feinman@jcceastbay.org) by April 19.\n 
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/older-adults-passover-luncheon/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:HOLIDAY,Jewish Life,Older Adults,PASSOVER
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T170000
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CREATED:20230913T221433Z
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:Our last session until the fall!\nJoin JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co. \, and Tkiya for our monthly Spanish music series! Come experience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Aviva Jinich\, our creative musician and child educator. Embrace our shared cultural bond in this lively musical rendezvous. Tailored especially for families with children ages 0-7. All are welcome! \n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-8/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240125T231552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T191227Z
UID:15489-1714557600-1714568400@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:A JCC East Bay group that meets weekly on Wednesdays to play American Mah Jongg! \nThis group is for more experienced players or those wanting to sharpen their competitive edge. Join for good company\, tea\, and fierce games of Mah Jongg. Drop-ins are welcome. \nFor more information email Gravity (gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org).
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/advanced-mah-jongg/2024-05-01/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240112T205051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T165441Z
UID:12366-1714559400-1714563000@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Yiddish Conversation!\nParticipants will take turns reading various Yiddish passages aloud – laughing at the stories together\, connecting with like-minded community members\, and keeping the art of the Yiddish language alive! \nPlease email Gravity to RSVP: gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/yiddish-conversation/2024-05-01/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240222T224245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T213434Z
UID:12969-1714676400-1714681800@jcceastbay.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240410T173225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T201637Z
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SUMMARY:Holocaust Remembrance Day
DESCRIPTION:The City of Berkeley\, Jewish Family and Community Services East Bay\, and the JCC East Bay present the 21st Annual Holocaust Remembrance Day.\nThis year’s program features reflections and memories from acclaimed artist\, Kitty Klaidman. Her story reveals her family’s resilience and the extraordinary courage and kindness of the family that saved them. \nEthan Katz\, Faculty Director\, Center for Jewish Studies at UC Berkeley will also share his story about an inter-generational journey back to Europe and the importance of memory. \nIncluded in this commemoration are comments from a teenage great grandson of a Survivor\, music from renowned cello and bassoon duo Rebecca Rust and Friedrich Edelmann\, and a moving candle lighting by survivors and their family members living in the Bay Area. \nWe join in community to honor survivors\, the memory of all those who were murdered\, those who resisted\, and those who rescued victims of the Holocaust. \nThis free program will take place virtually. Registration is required. \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/holocaust-remembrance-day-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
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:20240505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240412T202802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T202802Z
UID:13270-1714932000-1714939200@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Zikaron BaSalon
DESCRIPTION:Zikaron 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 ceremonies to conversations and stories told in more intimate\, meaningful gatherings. \nPlease join us in hearing and honoring the Holocaust story of Stan (Zalman) Felson z”l as told by his son\, Jeff Felson. This event will include opportunities to reflect\, ask questions\, and ground our awareness and education about the Holocaust in a warm and supportive community. \nMay the memory of Stan (Zalman) Felson z”l and all lost in the Holocaust be a blessing. \nזיכרונם לברכה \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/zikaron-basalon-2024/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240125T231552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T191227Z
UID:15490-1715162400-1715173200@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:A JCC East Bay group that meets weekly on Wednesdays to play American Mah Jongg! \nThis group is for more experienced players or those wanting to sharpen their competitive edge. Join for good company\, tea\, and fierce games of Mah Jongg. Drop-ins are welcome. \nFor more information email Gravity (gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org).
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/advanced-mah-jongg/2024-05-08/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240112T205051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T165442Z
UID:12367-1715164200-1715167800@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Yiddish Conversation!\nParticipants will take turns reading various Yiddish passages aloud – laughing at the stories together\, connecting with like-minded community members\, and keeping the art of the Yiddish language alive! \nPlease email Gravity to RSVP: gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/yiddish-conversation/2024-05-08/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20230920T174118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T203526Z
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SUMMARY:Hebrew-Speaking Parent Group
DESCRIPTION:Hebrew-speaking parents of early-age kids\, babies\, and expecting parents are invited to join us for an introductory gathering of our Hebrew-Speaking Parent group! Meetings will be led by emotional therapist and parent counselor\, Sharon Grosbard. Light refreshments will be served and little ones are more than welcome! \n  \nRegister here.\n 
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/hebrew-speaking-parent-group-9/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044915
CREATED:20240412T212541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T212616Z
UID:13283-1715259600-1715263200@jcceastbay.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240125T231552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T191227Z
UID:15491-1715767200-1715778000@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:A JCC East Bay group that meets weekly on Wednesdays to play American Mah Jongg! \nThis group is for more experienced players or those wanting to sharpen their competitive edge. Join for good company\, tea\, and fierce games of Mah Jongg. Drop-ins are welcome. \nFor more information email Gravity (gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org).
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/advanced-mah-jongg/2024-05-15/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240112T205051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T165443Z
UID:12368-1715769000-1715772600@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Yiddish Conversation!\nParticipants will take turns reading various Yiddish passages aloud – laughing at the stories together\, connecting with like-minded community members\, and keeping the art of the Yiddish language alive! \nPlease email Gravity to RSVP: gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/yiddish-conversation/2024-05-15/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20230809T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T224707Z
UID:11041-1715859000-1715864400@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Nosh With Your Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the JCC East Bay library and courtyard space for a bring-your-own-lunch gathering on the third Thursday of every month. Be sure to bring your own Kosher-style lunch – a delicious dessert will be provided! \nRegister here.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/nosh-with-your-neighbors/2024-05-16/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240412T212541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T212616Z
UID:13289-1715864400-1715868000@jcceastbay.org
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
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240519T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20231218T214944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T004347Z
UID:12137-1716123600-1716134400@jcceastbay.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240429T232422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T232829Z
UID:13345-1716296400-1716303600@jcceastbay.org
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:20240522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240125T231552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T191228Z
UID:15492-1716372000-1716382800@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:A JCC East Bay group that meets weekly on Wednesdays to play American Mah Jongg! \nThis group is for more experienced players or those wanting to sharpen their competitive edge. Join for good company\, tea\, and fierce games of Mah Jongg. Drop-ins are welcome. \nFor more information email Gravity (gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org).
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/advanced-mah-jongg/2024-05-22/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240112T205051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T165444Z
UID:12369-1716373800-1716377400@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Yiddish Conversation!\nParticipants will take turns reading various Yiddish passages aloud – laughing at the stories together\, connecting with like-minded community members\, and keeping the art of the Yiddish language alive! \nPlease email Gravity to RSVP: gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/yiddish-conversation/2024-05-22/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240412T212541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T212616Z
UID:13290-1716469200-1716472800@jcceastbay.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240429T232422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T232829Z
UID:13357-1716901200-1716908400@jcceastbay.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240125T231552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T191228Z
UID:15493-1716976800-1716987600@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:A JCC East Bay group that meets weekly on Wednesdays to play American Mah Jongg! \nThis group is for more experienced players or those wanting to sharpen their competitive edge. Join for good company\, tea\, and fierce games of Mah Jongg. Drop-ins are welcome. \nFor more information email Gravity (gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org).
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/advanced-mah-jongg/2024-05-29/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240112T205051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T165445Z
UID:12370-1716978600-1716982200@jcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Yiddish Conversation!\nParticipants will take turns reading various Yiddish passages aloud – laughing at the stories together\, connecting with like-minded community members\, and keeping the art of the Yiddish language alive! \nPlease email Gravity to RSVP: gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/yiddish-conversation/2024-05-29/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,Older Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T044916
CREATED:20240412T212541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T212617Z
UID:13291-1717074000-1717077600@jcceastbay.org
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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