Social Action Speaker Series:
Antisemitism: The Facts, The History, The Conversation
This three part speaker series will explore Antisemitism past and present. Our goal is to provide the tools to have thoughtful and challenging conversations about this issue.
Part 1: Laura Shaw Frank—Commemorating the Past and Ensuring the Future
Wednesday, November 6 | 7:45pm | Bet Torah
The evening will begin with candle lighting to remember Kristallnacht. Laura Shaw Frank, Director of AJC Contemporary Jewish Life, will speak about the history of Antisemitism and the parallels today. Register here!
Part 2: Alex Lederman—Antisemitism: The Conflict and the Israel Discourse
Tuesday, January 7 | 7:45pm | Bet Torah
Alex Lederman, Senior Policy and Communications Associate from Israel Policy Forum will speak on the history of the Israeli Palestinian conflict. Register here!
Part 3: Resetting the Table—A Skills-Building Workshop
Sunday, January 26 | 3-7pm | Bet Torah
This skills-building workshop will focus on how to have collaborative conversations in the face of strong differences. Register here!
Additional Resources:
Dara Horn, "October 7 Created a Permission Structure for Antisemitism"
Franklin Foer, "The Golden Age of American Jewry is Over"
People Love Dead Jews by Dara Horn
On Being Jewish Now, edited by Zibby Owens
Calendar
Below you will find our upcoming events related to our Social Action, our Caring Committee and our Volunteering values. Note we have many ONGOING programs that you can help with too!
Supply Drives| Community Partners
Emergency Shelter Week
Monday, Feb 10th (All day)