Archive: May 2021

UJA – Exclusive Israel Crisis Briefing Live from Jerusalem with Isaac Herzog

Posted on May 23, 2021

May 23, 2021 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am – Exclusive Israel Crisis Briefing Live from Jerusalem with Isaac Herzog: Join UJA-Federation, Young Israel of Scarsdale and 21 Westchester synagogues and day schools for an insider’s look at the situation in Israel with Isaac Herzog, chair of the Jewish Agency for Israel. Mr. Herzog will be live from Jerusalem, in conversation with UJA President Amy […]

WJCS Mindful Parenting and Caregiving For Cultivating Family Resilience

Posted on May 24, 2021

May 24, 2021 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Press Pause: Mindful Parenting and Caregiving Practices for Cultivating Family Resilience Through these uncharted waters, as parents and caregivers we must find our own anchor so that we can best support our children and teens. We can support each other through these challenging times, and learn to cope with this moment, the “here and now.” […]

J Street-From Westchester to Washington: New Approaches to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Posted on May 24, 2021

May 24, 2021 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm – The J Street Westchester chapter is thrilled to host an exclusive event with Representatives Mondaire Jones and Jamaal Bowman, former Congresswoman Nita Lowey and J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami. This will be an opportunity to hear the inside view from Congress and to discuss pro-Israel, pro-peace campaigns and priorities over the next term as we […]

WJCS Feeling Connected During the Pandemic

Posted on May 25, 2021

May 25, 2021 @ 12:00 am – Feeling Connected During the Pandemic Many individuals are faced with feelings of social isolation, loneliness, anxiety, and stress during these uncertain times. Please join us for a supportive discussion about stress management, anxiety reduction and finding ways to remain connected during the pandemic. Please register by contacting Jennifer Schmelkin, LMSW: jschmelkin@wjcs.com.

Westchester Jewish Council Annual Meeting

Posted on May 25, 2021

May 25, 2021 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm –

Fuel for Truth Israel Education Class for Young Professionals

Posted on May 25, 2021

May 25, 2021 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Are you a young professional seeking the knowledge, tools, and confidence to have civil and productive conversations about Israel, Zionism, and the core issues of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? Then sign up for Fuel For Truth’s upcoming Boot Camp class! Sessions are online and run Tuesday evenings from May 4 to June 22, 7:30 – 9:30 […]

WJCS Open Forum on Career Advancement and Job Search

Posted on May 26, 2021

May 26, 2021 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Join us to discuss what is working and what is not with your job search.  Get support and ideas from your peers. Facilitated by: The COVID Relief Hub Team Lisa Morris, Jill Schreibman, Naomi Koller and Michael Weiss. For information or to RSVP and receive zoom details contact Program Coordinator Lisa Morris at hubs@wjcs.com.

Alma’s Webinar: The Artillery Threat on Israel – Missiles, UAV’s and Iron Dome

Posted on May 26, 2021

May 26, 2021 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7mOuprVFROeZIxza_AXneg Over 4000 rockets were fired towards Israel in less than 10 days during the latest conflict with Hamas, forcing millions of Israelis to hide in shelters.170 houses in Israel were damaged, while, Iron Dome intercepted 90% of the missiles launched towards Israeli communities. It must be noted that there is an even […]

MJHS In honor of the upcoming Memorial Day holiday is hosting a virtual program to pay tribute to those who died in service to our country and honor ALL Veterans who served

Posted on May 26, 2021

May 26, 2021 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm – In honor of the upcoming Memorial Day holiday MJHS is hosting a virtual program to pay tribute to those who died in service to our country and honor ALL Veterans who served.  Please see  flyer with more information. Where: Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/95161286455?pwd=Q0N1SVFz T2RNeEg2enF6VStQYVJFdz09 Meeting ID: 951 6128 6455 Password: 773258 One Tap Mobile: +1-929-205-6099 […]

Westchester Jewish Council Interfaith/Intergroup Roundtable – Ways of Strengthening Interfaith/Intergroup Relations and Outreach During and After COVID

Posted on May 26, 2021

May 26, 2021 @ 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm – Ways of Strengthening Interfaith/Intergroup Relations and Outreach During and After COVID” representing different faiths and groups in our community presenting thoughts on how communities can work together to build bridges now and post-COVID. Free and open to all. Our panelists are: Mehnaz Afridi, Director/HGI, Holocaust, Genocide & Interfaith Education Center, Associate Professor, Religious Studies Manhattan […]