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Temple Sinai, Wednesdays, ongoing 9:30-11am Designed for children ages 0-5 years, with adult Treat yourself and your child to a fun weekly activity in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Grab a bagel, hear a story and meet other parents while your children socialize and have fun! Ongoing except school vacations. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact south@jccgb.org or 781-795-0510.
Temple Sinai, Wednesdays, ongoing 9:30-11am
Designed for children ages 0-5 years, with adult Treat yourself and your child to a fun weekly activity in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Grab a bagel, hear a story and meet other parents while your children socialize and have fun! Ongoing except school vacations. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact south@jccgb.org or 781-795-0510.
Congregation Sha'aray Shalom, Fridays ongoing Designed for children ages 0-5 years, with adult Treat yourself and your child to a fun weekly activity in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Grab a bagel, hear a story and meet other parents while your children socialize and have fun! Ongoing except school vacations. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact south@jccgb.org or 781-795-0510.
Congregation Sha'aray Shalom, Fridays ongoing
Congregation Eitz Chayim, Friday, January 20-March 30 9:30-11am Designed for children ages 6 months-5 years, with adult Treat yourself and your child to a fun weekly activity. Grab a bagel, hear a story, and meet other children with their parents. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact metronorth@jccgb.org or 617-841-8009.
Congregation Eitz Chayim, Friday, January 20-March 30 9:30-11am
Designed for children ages 6 months-5 years, with adult Treat yourself and your child to a fun weekly activity. Grab a bagel, hear a story, and meet other children with their parents. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact metronorth@jccgb.org or 617-841-8009.
MetroWest Jewish Day School, Sunday, February 26, 2012 10-11:30am Designed for families with children ages 2-6 years Purim celebrates the courage to speak up, like Esther did when she foiled the plot of Haman. Come in costume for a fun and hilarious interactive puppet show! We'll sing and march in a costume parade, make Purim puppets, and eat hamantaschen (cookies). Co-sponsored with the MetroWest Jewish Day School. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact metrowest@jccgb.org or 508-879-3300.
MetroWest Jewish Day School, Sunday, February 26, 2012 10-11:30am
Designed for families with children ages 2-6 years Purim celebrates the courage to speak up, like Esther did when she foiled the plot of Haman. Come in costume for a fun and hilarious interactive puppet show! We'll sing and march in a costume parade, make Purim puppets, and eat hamantaschen (cookies). Co-sponsored with the MetroWest Jewish Day School. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact metrowest@jccgb.org or 508-879-3300.
Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Sunday, February 26, 2012 10-11:30am Designed for families with children ages 0-6 years Bring your children and your PJ Library® books for story time and a chance to trade books your children have loved and outgrown. This is a terrific way to give and receive new books. Make and decorate your own PJ bookmark. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact pjlibrary@jccgb.org or 617-558-6587.
Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Sunday, February 26, 2012 10-11:30am
Designed for families with children ages 0-6 years Bring your children and your PJ Library® books for story time and a chance to trade books your children have loved and outgrown. This is a terrific way to give and receive new books. Make and decorate your own PJ bookmark. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact pjlibrary@jccgb.org or 617-558-6587.
Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Wednesday, February 29, 2012 (7-9pm) Join a community of women for a night of fun, participatory entertainment. Featuring the talents of actor Jon Adam Ross and celebrated performer Shira Kline. Along with all attendees, Ross and Klein will explore the concept of strong women, Jewish identity and the meaning of Purim in a manner similar to a presidential primary election.Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres featuring Estheritas and Vashtinis. Please bring full size toiletries (toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, etc.), disposable diapers larger than size 2 or a pre-paid phone card to donate to Second Step, an organization that assists survivors of domestic violence. Co-sponsors: Mayyim Hayyim, Boston Chapter of Hadassah, Jewish Women's Archive.
Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Wednesday, February 29, 2012 (7-9pm)
Temple Israel of Sharon, Thursday, March 1, 2012 (7pm) An event geared specifically for women in the South area to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim will be held on Thursday, March 1, at Temple Israel of Sharon (125 Pond Street) in Sharon. Purim with Pizzazz - A Poetic Look at Queen Esther features renowned spoken word artist Vanessa Hidary, also known as the Hebrew Mamita. Hidary’s spoken word vignettes explore the concept of strong women, Jewish identity and the meaning of Purim in a whole new way. The event, sponsored by the Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston, begins with a cocktail reception at 7pm, followed by the performance at 8pm. Participants are asked to bring a pair of XL pajamas or standard size slippers to the event to donate to Rosie’s Place. The event is co-sponsored by Congregation Sha'aray Shalom (Hingham), Sharon-Stoughton chapter of Hadassah, Temple Beth Abraham (Canton), Southern New England region of Hadassah, Temple Beth David (Canton), Temple Chayai Shalom (Easton), Temple Israel (Sharon), Temple Kol Tikvah (Sharon), and Temple Sinai (Sharon). Cost is $18. Register online by March 1 or contact southareapurim@jccgb.org or 617-558-6478. JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. View The Hebrew Mamita on YouTube >>
Temple Israel of Sharon, Thursday, March 1, 2012 (7pm)
LSJCC, Start Date: 03/01/2012, End Date: 03/22/2012, Time: 7:30 PM-8:30 PM The ancient wisdom practice of Jewish meditation has been revived in recent years to provide a spiritual path for many seekers. Meditation as an integrative part of a fitness and wellness regimen offers stress reduction, self-awareness and new insights into Jewish spirituality. Join Rabbi Moshe Waldoks, the founder of Nishmat Hayyim: The Breath of Life Jewish Meditation Project, in deepening your connection with the Universe. No prior experience necessary.
LSJCC, Start Date: 03/01/2012, End Date: 03/22/2012, Time: 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
The ancient wisdom practice of Jewish meditation has been revived in recent years to provide a spiritual path for many seekers. Meditation as an integrative part of a fitness and wellness regimen offers stress reduction, self-awareness and new insights into Jewish spirituality. Join Rabbi Moshe Waldoks, the founder of Nishmat Hayyim: The Breath of Life Jewish Meditation Project, in deepening your connection with the Universe. No prior experience necessary.
Arlington Senior Center, Thursday, March 1, 2012 7:30-9:30pm Designed for interfaith couples and parents Parenting often involves addressing differences of religious and spiritual beliefs. How does each individual within a relationship examine and articulate his/her own beliefs? What if someone's faith was not important before raising children, but then becomes important? The evening includes viewing of the file "Mixed Blessings" (mixedblessingsfilm.com) followed by discussion of these and many other related issues. Facilitated by filmaker Jennifer Kaplan, producer and director of "Mixed Blessings" and Lev Baesh, CJP Interfaith Ambassador. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact welcomingfamilies@jccgb.org or 617-558-6440.
Arlington Senior Center, Thursday, March 1, 2012 7:30-9:30pm
Designed for interfaith couples and parents Parenting often involves addressing differences of religious and spiritual beliefs. How does each individual within a relationship examine and articulate his/her own beliefs? What if someone's faith was not important before raising children, but then becomes important? The evening includes viewing of the file "Mixed Blessings" (mixedblessingsfilm.com) followed by discussion of these and many other related issues. Facilitated by filmaker Jennifer Kaplan, producer and director of "Mixed Blessings" and Lev Baesh, CJP Interfaith Ambassador. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact welcomingfamilies@jccgb.org or 617-558-6440.
Kehillah Schechter Academy (formerly South Area Solomon Schechter Day School), Thursday, March 4, 2012 10-11:30am Designed for families with children ages 2-6 years Purim celebrates the courage to speak up, like Esther did when she foiled the plot of Haman. Discover the magic of Purim with enchanting storytelling and astonishing illusions. After the show, make Purim mishloach manot (holiday baskets) and eat hamantashchen (cookies). Come in costume. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact south@jccgb.org or 781-795-0510.
Kehillah Schechter Academy (formerly South Area Solomon Schechter Day School), Thursday, March 4, 2012 10-11:30am
Designed for families with children ages 2-6 years Purim celebrates the courage to speak up, like Esther did when she foiled the plot of Haman. Discover the magic of Purim with enchanting storytelling and astonishing illusions. After the show, make Purim mishloach manot (holiday baskets) and eat hamantashchen (cookies). Come in costume. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact south@jccgb.org or 781-795-0510.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - 7:00 PM
A fun, participatory event for women
Leventhal-Sidman JCC
Thursday, March 1, 2012 - 7:00 PM
3rd Annual South Area Women’s Event with Vanessa Hidary, The Hebrew Mamita
Temple Israel of Sharon
Wednesday, March 7, 2012 - 7:00 PM
With author Stacy Schiff and Egyptologist Lawrence Berman
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Saturday, March 17, 2012 - 8:15 PM
Second performance Sunday, March 18 at 2pm.
Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 7:30 PM
With Art Green, Allan Nadler and Avi Shafran