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Upcoming Events & Educational programs
Wed, May 01Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 01, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAMay 01, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAExperience the vibrant culmination of Passover with the joyous Moroccan Mimouna tradition! Join us for a musical performance, muflatas making (a Moroccan crepe with butter and honey) while savoring mint tea and indulge in a rich and colorful Mimouna table adorned with handmade sweets.
Fri, May 03Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 03, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USA
Sat, May 11Congregation Rodeph SholomMay 11, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMCongregation Rodeph Sholom, 7 West 83rd Street New York, New York 10024
Sun, May 12Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 12, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USA
Sun, May 12Lincoln Square SynagogueMay 12, 2024, 8:00 PMLincoln Square Synagogue, 180 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10023, USA
Mon, May 13Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 13, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAMay 13, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAJoin us at "Longing," where we honor the courage and sacrifice of our fallen heroes. Read the names of friends, family, and others who sacrificed their lives for Israel. Let their names be heard, their spirits felt, and ensure their bravery is remembered for generations to come.
Mon, May 13Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 13, 2024, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAMay 13, 2024, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAJoin us for a deeply meaningful event, "Flowers Will Bloom Again," a creative tribute to honor the memory of all civilians who fell victim to the tragic events of October 7. Participants will be able to craft and paint ceramic flowers, each symbolizing a life remembered and a promise for renewal.
Mon, May 13Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 13, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAMay 13, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAJoin us for a cooking session, where we will gather to cook a favorite dish of a fallen soldier or terror victim—people who could not come back home to enjoy it themselves. Participants will leave with a booklet of these recipes to take home. Suitable for all levels of cooking experience.
Mon, May 13Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 13, 2024, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USA- Mon, May 13Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 13, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAMay 13, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAJoin us for a cooking session, where we will gather to cook a favorite dish of a fallen soldier or terror victim—people who could not come back home to enjoy it themselves. Participants will leave with a booklet of these recipes to take home. Suitable for all levels of cooking experience.
- Mon, May 13Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 13, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAMay 13, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAJoin us at "Longing," where we honor the courage and sacrifice of our fallen heroes. Read the names of friends, family, and others who sacrificed their lives for Israel. Let their names be heard, their spirits felt, and ensure their bravery is remembered for generations to come.
Mon, May 13Stephen Wise Free SynagogueMay 13, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PMStephen Wise Free Synagogue, 30 W 68th St, New York, NY 10023
Mon, May 13Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 13, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAMay 13, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAIn this informal conversation, Mishy Harman and Yochai Maital, the creators of the critically acclaimed podcast, invite you to venture behind the scenes of "Wartime Diaries" as they reflect upon the challenges, dilemmas, and decisions they made throughout the production.
Thu, May 16Marlene Meyerson JCC ManhattanMay 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAMay 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMMarlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAJoin us for an unforgettable evening where the soulful melodies of Israeli music meet the exquisite flavors of Israeli cuisine! Dive into a world of sensory delight as we bring together renowned Israeli rapper, singer, and poet Jimbo Jay.
Time is TBDMarlene Meyerson JCCTime is TBDMarlene Meyerson JCC, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USATime is TBDMarlene Meyerson JCC, 334 Amsterdam Ave at, W 76th St, New York, NY 10023, USAA CURRENT AFFAIRS DISCUSSION GROUP: If you’re interested in Israel’s politics and current events, join us for a lively discussion led by Gali Rabin, the Jewish Agency’s Shlicha (emissary) from Israel to the UWS. Join us for one session or all.
Time is TBDvia ZoomA weekly opportunity to engage in Hebrew, discuss different current events, discover and learn more about the language, and hear and speak in Hebrew. Led by the UWS Shlicha, Gali Rabin. Every Monday at 7pm (via zoom and once a month in-person) Contact us for more information at galir@jafi.org
What We Do
The Jewish Agency provides the global framework for Aliyah, ensure global Jewish safety, strengthens Jewish identity and connects Jews to Israel and one another, and conveys the voice of Jewish people to the State of Israel to help shape its society.
In the UWS, together with our UJA partners, we offer different educational programs and events tailor made to Communities, Schools, Synagogues and Congregations.
The Jewish Agency for Israel UWS Mission
Our Mission
Different ways to see Israel
The Upper West Side will focus on education and connection to Israel through a range of stories, individuals and initiatives representing Israel’s diverse and democratic society.
Our programs will offer different angles to see Israel: home; diversity; achievements; “justice justice you shall pursue” (tzedek, tzedek tirdof); “out of the box;” “not perfect, but beautiful;” shared journey/destination; “between NYC and Israel”; and much more..
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