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SUMMARY:Israelis and Palestinians Post-Gaza War: Essential Israeli Efforts to Build a Jewish and Democratic State
DESCRIPTION:Dinner will be served from 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm\nThis program is intended for young adults ages 16 – 26 years.\nIn the aftermath of the war in Gaza\, Rabbi Zilberman Soloway was on the front lines\, working to build an Israel envisioned by Israel’s Declaration of Independence – a Jewish state that fully honors the diversity of the population of Israel. Join us for an informative presentation and conversation about how Israelis are mobilizing in this essential work and how we may partner with them!
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/israelis-and-palestinians-post-gaza-war-essential-israeli-efforts-to-build-a-jewish-and-democratic-state-2/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Etzim (8th-12th Grade),Events,K-12 Learning Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20251212T094500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20251212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250817T155609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T191644Z
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SUMMARY:Grandparenting in Today's World
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with other TBS grandparents of young children facilitated by Margie Bogdanow\, LISCW\, about grandparenting in today’s world. Margie Bogdanow is an LICSW social worker\, coach\, and consultant based in New England. Her professional work focuses on impacting adults to make a positive difference in the lives of young people. She currently serves as the Senior Advisor to the BeWell Initiative at Jewish Federations of North America. In that role she consults with communities across the country to assist them in their mental health efforts. She is on the Parenting Through a Jewish Lens faculty at Hebrew College and was a co-creator of the Grandparenting Through a Jewish Lens and Parenting Teens Through a Jewish Lens curriculum. She currently serves as the Chair of the 18 doors Grandparent Advisory Council\, as well as being involved in numerous other Grandparent projects. She is the gramma to 7.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/grandparenting-in-todays-world/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20251123T190000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20251123T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20251105T204625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T214018Z
UID:10006349-1763924400-1763929800@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Nobody Wants This (Or Do They?)
DESCRIPTION:Discussion about the Jewish-Themed Netflix Show \nSunday\, November 23\, 7:00 pm \nJoin Rabbi Elyse Pincus Abrahams and Rachel Happel for an fun evening focused on Nobody Wants This\, a controversial and topical Jewish-themed show on Netflix! We’ll watch some beautiful and cringe-worthy excerpts from both seasons\, and then we’ll discuss the pros and cons of the show’s portrayal of Jews and Judaism. Wine\, cheese\, and other refreshments will be served (ages 21+).
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/nobody-wants-this-or-do-they/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20251114T094500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20251114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250817T155656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T181004Z
UID:10005962-1763113500-1763118000@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Grandparenting in Today's World
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with other TBS grandparents of young children facilitated by Margie Bogdanow\, LISCW\, about grandparenting in today’s world. Margie Bogdanow is an LICSW social worker\, coach\, and consultant based in New England. Her professional work focuses on impacting adults to make a positive difference in the lives of young people. She currently serves as the Senior Advisor to the BeWell Initiative at Jewish Federations of North America. In that role she consults with communities across the country to assist them in their mental health efforts. She is on the Parenting Through a Jewish Lens faculty at Hebrew College and was a co-creator of the Grandparenting Through a Jewish Lens and Parenting Teens Through a Jewish Lens curriculum. She currently serves as the Chair of the 18 doors Grandparent Advisory Council\, as well as being involved in numerous other Grandparent projects. She is the gramma to 7.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/grandparenting-in-todays-world-2/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20251109T173000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20251109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250723T151446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T214018Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Older Adults in Aging with Dignity
DESCRIPTION:ConNEXTions\, ConNEXTions+\, and Chesed Present: Supporting Older Adults in Aging with Dignity\nSunday\, November 9\, 5:30-8pm\, TBS\nAging brings beauty\, wisdom\, and resilience – but it can often bring challenges like loss\, loneliness\, illness and uncertainty. For older adults and the people who care for them\, navigating these challenges can feel overwhelming.\nJoin leaders from Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Greater Boston for an insightful discussion on how to support older adults and their families through the emotional and practical complexities of aging. Topics will include:\nEnsuring home safety\nCoordinating medical care and supportive services\nCoping with grief and loss\nNavigating challenging family dynamics. \nBring your questions and join us for a conversation that’s informative\, compassionate\, and empowering.\nA light dinner will be served at 5:30-6pm\, program starting at 6pm. More details to come!
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/supporting-older-adults-in-aging-with-dignity/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:ConNEXTions,ConNEXTions+,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20251025T091500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20251025T101500
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250902T175729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T131944Z
UID:10006120-1761383700-1761387300@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Hanoch Piven Artist-in-Residence Shabbat: Torah Study Through the Artists' Eyes
DESCRIPTION:Hanoch Piven\, Israeli artist\, will share his new book Dream Big\, Laugh Often… and more Great Advice from the Bible\, co-authored by Torah Scholar Shira Hecht-Keller. The book imagines what advice 14 different Bible characters would have given\, paired with portraits brought to life with Piven’s joyful and clever art made from found objects\, including Abraham and Sarah\, Moses and Miriam\, David and Deborah and more. We’ll roll up our sleeves and transform household items into our very own personalized collages. No experience needed! Come ready to have fun and leave with new friends\, new perspectives\, and a masterpiece to call your own. Designed for adults and youth ages 12+. Questions? Contact Programs.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/hanoch-piven-artist-in-residence-shabbat-torah-study-through-the-artists-eyes/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20251024T094500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20251024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250817T155756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T131944Z
UID:10005961-1761299100-1761303600@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Grandparenting in Today's World
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with other TBS grandparents of young children facilitated by Margie Bogdanow\, LISCW\, about grandparenting in today’s world. Margie Bogdanow is an LICSW social worker\, coach\, and consultant based in New England. Her professional work focuses on impacting adults to make a positive difference in the lives of young people. She currently serves as the Senior Advisor to the BeWell Initiative at Jewish Federations of North America. In that role she consults with communities across the country to assist them in their mental health efforts. She is on the Parenting Through a Jewish Lens faculty at Hebrew College and was a co-creator of the Grandparenting Through a Jewish Lens and Parenting Teens Through a Jewish Lens curriculum. She currently serves as the Chair of the 18 doors Grandparent Advisory Council\, as well as being involved in numerous other Grandparent projects. She is the gramma to 7.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/grandparenting-in-todays-world-3/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20251015T193000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20251015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250919T183641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T215516Z
UID:10006243-1760556600-1760562000@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes: Explore the Origins and Stories Behind the MFA Judaica Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:MFA’s Judaica Curator Simona Di Nepi will visit TBS and offer us a tour\, through slides\, of Intentional Beauty: Jewish Ritual Art from the Collection – one of the very first Judaica galleries in an encyclopaedic art museum in the world. Explore the 27 works on view and the stories behind their recent acquisition (or unearthing) by Simona: from an Italian Renaissance Torah binder\, and an Iraqi Torah case used in India— to a Yemenite woman’s festive headdress\, and a Torah Ark from 1920s Chelsea\, Massachusetts. Spanning five hundred years and four continents\, and featuring silver\, textiles\, furniture\, paintings\, and books- these works highlight the extraordinary diversity of Jewish cultures. Light refreshments will be served.\nQuestions? Contact Adult Learning.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/behind-the-scenes-explore-the-origins-and-stories-behind-the-mfa-judaica-exhibit/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Homepage Feature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20251013T174500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20251013T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250817T152633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T214017Z
UID:10005993-1760377500-1760383800@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Simchat Torah Adult Celebration
DESCRIPTION:  \n5:45-6:30 pm – Torah Unroll\, Parade\, Worship\, and Dancing (open at all) \n6:30-7:30 pm – Torah Trivia\, Tacos\, and Tequila (for adults only) \nJoin us to celebrate Simchat Torah as a community! Simchat Torah is a joyful celebration during which we finish reading the Torah and begin our Torah reading cycle all over again. Together we will unroll one of our Torah scrolls\, chant the final words of Deuteronomy and the first words of Genesis\, have a Torah parade\, sing\, and celebrate! Following the service\, we will have an adult evening of Torah-themed trivia\, tacos\, and tequila. Registration is required for dinner; service is open to all.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/simchat-torah-adult-celebration/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events,Holidays,Homepage Feature,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250929T193000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250723T133726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T215517Z
UID:10005862-1759174200-1759179600@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Our Constitution in the News
DESCRIPTION:Former federal court Judge Judith Barzilay\, who was also a Professor at William & Mary Law School\, will lead a two-part program taking a deeper dive into the text of the US Constitution and its import in the context of challenges\, developments and perspectives presented by current events. It is expected that the first session will focus on the body of the Constitution and that the second session will focus on amendments contained in the Bill of Rights. The actual program may be adjusted to address current events and court decisions at the time of the programs and their impact as well as consideration of impact on the Jewish community and issues of Tikkun Olam. \nThe first 100 registrants will receive a pocket-sized copy of the US Constitution for use during and after the program. Light desserts will also be provided. This is the second in a two-part series; new participants are welcome! \nAbout the speaker:\nJudge Barzilay was appointed to the federal bench by President Bill Clinton in 1998 and spent 18 years as a judge on the US Court of International Trade in New York. She also sat by designation of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court on several US Appellate Courts and at trials for the Southern District of New York in cases of general federal jurisprudence. She has written and published over 200 judicial opinions on multiple topics. After her service on the bench\, Judge Barzilay joined the faculty of the law school at William and Mary in Williamsburg\, VA where she taught for 5 years. She holds a BA in English and Education from Wichita State University and holds a Master’s Degree and Juris Doctorate from Rutgers University.\nContact: Adult Learning
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/the-us-constitution-through-a-2025-lens/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Homepage Feature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250919T094500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250817T155844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T221015Z
UID:10005960-1758275100-1758279600@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Grandparenting in Today's World
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with other TBS grandparents of young children facilitated by Margie Bogdanow\, LISCW\, about grandparenting in today’s world. Margie Bogdanow is an LICSW social worker\, coach\, and consultant based in New England. Her professional work focuses on impacting adults to make a positive difference in the lives of young people. She currently serves as the Senior Advisor to the BeWell Initiative at Jewish Federations of North America. In that role she consults with communities across the country to assist them in their mental health efforts. She is on the Parenting Through a Jewish Lens faculty at Hebrew College and was a co-creator of the Grandparenting Through a Jewish Lens and Parenting Teens Through a Jewish Lens curriculum. She currently serves as the Chair of the 18 doors Grandparent Advisory Council\, as well as being involved in numerous other Grandparent projects. She is the gramma to 7.\nRegister
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/grandparenting-in-todays-world-4/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250915T193000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250723T151611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T214018Z
UID:10005861-1757964600-1757970000@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Our Constitution in the News
DESCRIPTION:Former federal court Judge Judith Barzilay\, who was also a Professor at William & Mary Law School\, will lead a two-part program taking a deeper dive into the text of the US Constitution and its import in the context of challenges\, developments and perspectives presented by current events. It is expected that the first session will focus on the body of the Constitution and that the second session will focus on amendments contained in the Bill of Rights. The actual program may be adjusted to address current events and court decisions at the time of the programs and their impact as well as consideration of impact on the Jewish community and issues of Tikkun Olam. \nThe first 100 registrants will receive a pocket-sized copy of the US Constitution for use during and after the program. Light desserts will also be provided. \nAbout the speaker:\nJudge Barzilay was appointed to the federal bench by President Bill Clinton in 1998 and spent 18 years as a judge on the US Court of International Trade in New York. She also sat by designation of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court on several US Appellate Courts and at trials for the Southern District of New York in cases of general federal jurisprudence. She has written and published over 200 judicial opinions on multiple topics. After her service on the bench\, Judge Barzilay joined the faculty of the law school at William and Mary in Williamsburg\, VA where she taught for 5 years. She holds a BA in English and Education from Wichita State University and holds a Master’s Degree and Juris Doctorate from Rutgers University.\nContact: Adult Learning
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/the-us-constitution-through-a-2025-lens-2/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Homepage Feature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250914T130000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250825T182128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T211029Z
UID:10006124-1757854800-1757858400@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:ConNEXTions+ Welcome Back Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back to another wonderful year of ConNEXTions+! We are so excited to introduce our new Advisory Council made up of Marty Goldberg\, Shelley Goldman\, Mark Kirstein\, and Janet Zaval. Join us for a pre-concert lunch to meet the new leadership\, catch up with old friends and meet new ones\, and of course\, enjoy some delicious food. \nPlease note that registration for the Elliot Steger jazz concert is separate at t-b-s.me/jazzconcert.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/connextions-welcome-back-lunch/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250910T191500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250723T151756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T224019Z
UID:10005946-1757531700-1757536200@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Canceled: Preparing Our Souls for the High Holy Days
DESCRIPTION:With Rosh Hashanah approaching\, join with our rabbis as we explore Judaism’s spiritual understandings of teshuvah (“repentance”) and how we might experience soulful renewal as we begin the new year. Questions? Contact Leah Goldstein.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/preparing-our-souls-for-the-high-holy-days/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250907T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250801T201555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T214015Z
UID:10005964-1757239200-1757242800@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Cuba Trip Info Session
DESCRIPTION:This info session was originally scheduled for Tuesday\, August 26 and rescheduled due to a conflict for the presenter.  \nThe Cuba core trip will span 6 days with an optional extension for an additional 2 days. Rabbi Todd and Michele Markley will lead the core trip\, and we will be guided by Ayelet’s local Cuban tour guide who will be with us for all of the travel days. We will be holding a trip information session for interested travelers on Sunday\, September 7\, at 10 am.  Please register below for the information session. If you are not able to attend but are interested in the trip\, feel free to let Rabbi Todd know so we can keep you in the loop about our travel plans following the information session and can share the video recording of the session with you afterwards. \n 
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/cuba-trip-info-session/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Homepage Feature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250610T190000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250407T141536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T221136Z
UID:10005171-1749582000-1749585600@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Wine & Cheese\, Women & Torah
DESCRIPTION:Please join TBS Sisterhood for Wine & Cheese\, Women & Torah with Rabbi Elyse Pinkus Abrahams. Look at familiar Torah stories from the women’s often untold perspective and through the lens of women whose contributions are too often omitted from our commentary. Join us for a lively discussion\, you’re sure to learn something new! Register\nContact: Sisterhood
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/wine-cheese-women-torah/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature,Sisterhood
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbsneedham.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Torah-star.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250602T070000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250602T080000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250106T193854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T234042Z
UID:10004935-1748847600-1748851200@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Shavuot Morning service + Yizkor
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/shavuot-morning-service-yizkor/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Holidays,Worship
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250601T190000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250106T193836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T234042Z
UID:10004934-1748804400-1748809800@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Shavuot Evening Torah Study and Cheesecake Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The holiday of Shavuot celebrates the giving of the Torah. Join Rabbi Jay\, Rabbi Todd\, Rabbi Elyse and other TBS community members for a rich exploration of Torah. Together\, we will encounter various interpretations of the narrative of the giving of the Torah and a variety of insights regarding the meaning of Torah in our lives today. \nAs well\, as it is customary to eat dairy foods on Shavuot\, we will enjoy a delicious cheesecake buffet. Our program will be interactive\, engaging\, and sweet! We hope that you are able to join us! \nRegister: t-b-s.me/shavuot.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/shavuot-evening-torah-study-and-cheesecake-celebration/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Holidays,Homepage Feature,Worship
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250522T191500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250522T201500
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250508T151602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T214050Z
UID:10005209-1747941300-1747944900@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Observer Editors Meet with Our TBS Community
DESCRIPTION:At a time when local journalism is critical to communities\, we are fortunate to be able to meet with the editors of the Needham Observer. If you’re not familiar with the Observer <http://www.needhamobserver.com/> \, it is a free\, non-profit online news outlet launched by local journalists to help fill the gap in fact-based coverage of our community. Each week they report on issues and topics of interest in Needham. The leadership of the Observer is interested in hearing feedback and ideas from the community about their stories and the kind of service they can provide through their journalism. Please join us! Register: t-b-s.me/observer
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/needham-observer-editors-meet-with-our-tbs-community/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250519T120000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250519T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20241226T203628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250518T211017Z
UID:10001837-1747656000-1747661400@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Agricultural Roots of the Jewish Calendar
DESCRIPTION:Noah Weinberg\, Jewish Farm Educator at Gann Academy\, will guide a discussion on the Jewish values of farming. \nThe Jewish calendar is not random! The Jewish calendar evolved in dialogue with our farming ancestors’ experience of the natural world. Join us to map out the Jewish calendar in concentric circles\, connecting and aligning the seasons\, harvests\, holidays\, directions\, times of day\, and lifecycle moments\, revealing new meaning in the cycles of Jewish time!\n\nAll are welcome. \nRegister for this and other sessions at t-b-s.me/lunchandlearn.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/lunch-learn-5/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:ConNEXTions+,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250518T093000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250325T132026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T235526Z
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SUMMARY:Antisemitism Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Antisemitism Awareness Initiative Breakfast and Conversation: Sunday May 18\, 2025 From 9:30-11:30 am\, Bagel Breakfast provided. Join Temple Beth Shalom’s Antisemitism Awareness Initiative in a panel discussion: Addressing Antisemitism: The Massachusetts Teachers Association’s Anti-Israel Campaign\, with Rob Leikind from the American Jewish Committee\, Josh Tarsky\, Massachusetts State Representative and Rob Andrews\, TBS parent. Learn about the issues\, advocacy opportunities and how you can make a difference.\nRegister: t-b-s.me/asai
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/antisemitism-conversation/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250512T190000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250307T181355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T231043Z
UID:10005042-1747076400-1747080000@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:"Life Without Parole: Not a "Get-Out-of-Jail-Free" Proposition
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that you could be convicted of a crime you did not commit\, but may have participated in\, under a little-known—and confusing–theory called “Joint Venture”? A joint venturer is someone who aids in the commission of a crime. The actual perpetrator may serve his or her time and be released while\, in Massachusetts\, the joint venturer can be sentenced to life without parole. “Felony murder” laws hold people liable for murder if they participated in a felony\, such as a robbery\, that resulted in someone’s death. These laws impose sentences on people who neither intended to kill nor anticipated a death\, and even on those who did not participate in the killing. One out of six people incarcerated in Massachusetts is serving a LWOP sentence\, thus stripped of hope and denied their capacity to rehabilitate. Shockingly\, Massachusetts is second only to Louisiana for having the highest percentage in the country of those incarcerated serving LWOP. The Coalition to End Life Without Parole (CELWOP) supports An Act to Reduce Mass Incarceration and The Elder Parole Bill. These bills would eliminate LWOP by mandating parole review eligibility in all instances starting at 25 years of incarceration\, stopping prisons from acting as nursing homes\, and establishing restorative justice programs for those incarcerated in Massachusetts on sentences in excess of 25 years. Learn about CELWOP’s work with faith-based groups\, unions\, schools and colleges\, community-based and activist organizations\, to challenge false the narrative that people convicted of violent offenses are irredeemable and undeserving of a second chance. Hear directly from formerly incarcerated panelists\, followed by Q&A. Panel will be moderated by Cynthia Kussy-Goldberg\, Community Organizer for CELWOP and Director of the F8Foundation\, which helps men and women who are returning to society acclimate and succeed. \nWith gratitude to the Jewish Alliance of Law and Social Action for supporting this platform. \nRegister: t-b-s.me/lifewithoutparole
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/life-without-parole-not-a-get-out-of-jail-free-proposition/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events,Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250428T120000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250428T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20241226T203547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T231020Z
UID:10001828-1745841600-1745847000@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Visual Arts meet Jewish Music in this remarkable feast for the senses\, with presenter Jerry Goldberg. All are welcome. \nRegister for this and other sessions at t-b-s.me/lunchandlearn.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/lunch-learn-4/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:ConNEXTions+,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250419T080000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250419T090000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250106T193030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T211056Z
UID:10004919-1745049600-1745053200@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Passover Morning Service + Yizkor
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/passover-morning-service-yizkor/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Holidays,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250413T090000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250413T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250106T193019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T145239Z
UID:10004918-1744534800-1744538400@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Passover Morning Festival Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/passover-morning-festival-service/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Holidays,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250409T191500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250409T204500
DTSTAMP:20260502T072255
CREATED:20250326T185825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T150547Z
UID:10005158-1744226100-1744231500@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Israeli\, Arab\, and Palestinian Entrepreneurs Visit TBS
DESCRIPTION:The 50:50 Startups program is an inspiring story of hope during these divisive times! 50:50 Startups is a non-profit accelerator that brings together Jews and Arabs\, Israelis and Palestinians to develop startups together. Established in 2019 by Amir Grinstein – an Israeli Professor of Marketing at Northeastern University\, 50:50 Startups has involved dozens of entrepreneurs in its programming in Israel\, Boston\, and Greece. Join us as we welcome Amir\, as well as four 2025 Israeli/Arab/Palestinian 50:50 Startups participants: Lee Tom Dotan\, Aseel Rarah\, Kassim Bashir\, and Daniel Hassan. This promises to be a special evening!\nRegister: t-b-s.me/entrepreneur
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/israeli-arab-and-palestinian-entrepreneurs-visit-tbs/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250326T193000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072256
CREATED:20250311T140047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T150548Z
UID:10005151-1743017400-1743021000@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:The Impact of a Phone-Based Childhood
DESCRIPTION:For parents with children of all ages! Join parent coach Maggie DiPasquale as she unpacks Jonathan Haidt’s #1 New York Times bestseller\, The Anxious Generation. With rates of teen anxiety\, depression\, and self-harm on the rise\, Maggie explores how “screen-based childhoods” are reshaping adolescent development. Using her lens as a wellness counselor\, she’ll connect key insights from Haidt’s book to the challenges she sees unfolding in her private practice and share practical strategies for parents to support their children’s emotional and mental well-being.\nRegister: t-b-s.me/phonebased\nMaggie DiPasquale is a teen mentor and parent coach dedicated to guiding t(w)eens and their parents through the challenges of growing up. With a background in Clinical Psychology and Education from Columbia University and 10+ years as a wellness counselor\, she provides personalized support with heart to help adolescents manage anxiety\, navigate friendships\, and build self-worth. Maggie’s work has been featured on Boston’s 103.3 Amp Radio\, Teen Vogue\, and Yoga Journal. Her mentorship offers the guidance and reassurance families need during the tricky teen years\, especially in the digital world.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/the-impact-of-a-phone-based-childhood/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250317T120000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072256
CREATED:20241226T203404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T150548Z
UID:10001808-1742212800-1742218200@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:All about Purim\, the adult version\, with Rabbi Bob Orkand. There’s more to this holiday than shpiels and carnivals! All are welcome. \nRegister for this and other sessions at t-b-s.me/lunchandlearn.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/lunch-learn-3/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:ConNEXTions+,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250224T120000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250224T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072256
CREATED:20241226T203312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T150603Z
UID:10001796-1740398400-1740403800@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the February ConNEXTions+ Lunch & Learn\, when we will meet local Jewish professional actor Jeremiah Kissel. Hear about how religion informs his art and artistic choices. All are welcome. \nRegister for this and other sessions at t-b-s.me/lunchandlearn.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/lunch-learn-2/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:ConNEXTions+,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250130T190000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T072256
CREATED:20241226T203152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T150616Z
UID:10001766-1738263600-1738270800@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Learn to Play Canasta (First Session)
DESCRIPTION:Come learn to play Canasta with Sisterhood. We will be offering a three part series to learn to play. It’s best if you can make it to all three dates because it takes a while to learn the game and practice\, but if you can only make it to two\, still sign up. The first session will be the most important\, so please try to make it to at least that one. The dates will be: Thursday January 30th from 7:00-9:00 PM Tuesday February 4th from 7:00-9:00 PM Tuesday February 11th from 7:00-9:00 PM\nRegister: https://t-b-s.me/learncanasta
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/learn-to-play-canasta-1-of-3/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events,Sisterhood
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