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History of the Refugee Crisis — 19th Century to the Present

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

Join returning favorite historian, author, and JCC friend, Michael Goodman, for his informative multimedia lecture, History of the Refugee Crisis -- 19th Century to the Present. Learn more about the history of the challenges faced by refugees seeking a better life in the “land of the free and the home of the brave” over the […]

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Musical Journey Around the World

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

Acclaimed concert violinist, Dr. David Podles takes us on a Musical Journey Around the World as he performs some of the most famous, poignant and exciting pieces representing Israel, France, Hungary, Germany, Romania, Italy, Spain, Russia, Austria and more! This RSVP includes entry to the 10 am exercise, the 11 am program, and the lunch […]

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The Art of Aging

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

Social workers Linda Poleyeff and Paula Rozner of Jewish Family and Children’s Services return with part 4 (of 8) of their monthly series, The Art of Aging. This month’s topic focuses on forgiveness. This RSVP includes entry to the 10 am exercise, the 11 am program, and the lunch at 12 pm.

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One Day University’s Rosa Parks: Her True Story and Legacy

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

In honor of Black History Month, this viewing of One Day University’s Rosa Parks: Her True Story and Legacy features Dr. Brenna Wynn Greer, Associate Professor at Wellesley College. Dr. Greer explores how Parks’ media representation encouraged an iconic image that, while celebratory and inspiring, is at odds with her long record fighting Jim Crow […]

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The Cigar Factory of Isay Rottenberg

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

Written by Rottenberg’s granddaughters, The Cigar Factory of Isay Rottenberg tells the story of Rottenberg’s fight for rehabilitation and restitution of his cigar factory, expropriated by Deutsche Bank six months after he took over the bankrupt cigar factory in 1932 transforming it into a successful business. Canadian criminal defense lawyer and author of bestselling legal […]

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Songs We Love to Sing

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

Our friend and favorite maestro, Hal Keshner, is back to lead us in singing Songs We Love to Sing. Musical selections will be favorite songs chosen in advance by attendees of Active Seniors.  This RSVP includes entry to the 10 am exercise, the 11 am program, and the lunch at 12 pm.

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Minute to Win It

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

Based on the game show of the same name, Minute to Win It consists of a series of 60-second challenges using items typically found around the house. Participants attempt to see who can finish a challenge first or who can complete a task the most times in under a minute. It’s as fun to watch […]

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Fiddler’s Journey to the Big Screen

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

Narrated by Jeff Goldblum, Fiddler's Journey to the Big Screen captures the humor and drama of director Norman Jewison's quest to recreate the lost world of Jewish life in Tsarist Russia and re-envision the beloved stage hit as a wide-screen epic. We will watch the film in its entirety — 1 hour 28 minutes. Lunch […]

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Fiddler on the Roof

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

See it again! Live and in-person right in our backyard… Local production at Bergen County Academies 200 Hackensack Ave. Hackensack, NJ. In partnership with Barnert Temple.

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Madam: The Biography of Polly Adler

Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave, River Edge, NJ, United States

With Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Debby Applegate. In partnership with A Jewish Book Council Event and Hadassah of Northern New Jersey. We kindly suggest a donation of $5 which includes a hot kosher lunch.

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