Join us for a fascinating conversation with David Margolick, an acclaimed journalist and cultural historian, as he reflects on his remarkable career and introduces his latest book, When Caesar Was King: How Sid Caesar Reinvented American Comedy. Margolick spent years writing for The New York Times, including covering major legal affairs such as the O.J. […]
Ever wonder if your 16-year-old is one of the 13% in this age group in the US who has drunk alcohol in the past 30 days? Did more than 70,000 Americans really die from an opioid overdose in 2023? Does cannabis have long lasting detrimental brain effects on people? Are there medications to help one […]
Join TBS Brotherhood and the Adult Learning Committee for a full bagel-and-lox “Brotherhood Breakfast” honoring Roberta Gerson with the Marc Comras Award for outstanding service to our temple. Following the […]
What exactly makes someone Jewish? Is being Jewish an ethnic characteristic, is it based on beliefs, or is it cultural? In his book, Fragile Branches: Travels Through the Jewish Diaspora, […]
Monday, April 13, 7:00 PM
Delight in beautiful guided hikes including personal reflection, community connection, and the opportunity to experience peaceful moments in nature. All hikes are led by Rachel Happel, TBS Senior Director of […]
Join actor and television maven Callie Raynor for a lively exploration of how Jewish women have been portrayed on the small screen, beginning with Molly Goldberg, America’s first Jewish TV mom, who debuted in 1949. Through the work of stars and creators such as Fran Drescher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Rachel Bloom, we’ll trace the evolution […]
Join Dr. Tamar Ketko to learn about the often-overlooked role of Jewish women during World War II. Drawing on powerful stories as well as documentary, visual, and archival sources, the […]
Tuesday, July 14, 3:30 PM
Thursday, August 6 1:00 PM
The story of Berlin’s extraordinary Jewish community is often told through the names of great men: Mendelssohn, Geiger, Einstein, and others. Yet behind this familiar history stands another remarkable story: generations of bold Jewish women who challenged expectations, broke barriers, and transformed the cultural life of one of Europe’s most dynamic cities. From the brilliant […]