Jewish Book Discussion Group (Beit Midrash)
Saturday, January 11, 12:45 – 2:00 p.m.
Join this monthly meeting to discuss Jewish literature! This month features Last Summer at the Golden Hotel by Elyssa Friedland, led by Rachel Abramovitz. Last Summer at the Golden Hotel is fun and nostalgic, harkening back to the days of Dirty Dancing and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, both of which it references. Email adulted@beth-david.org with questions.
Classical Concert (Sanctuary)
Sunday, January 12, 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Features Violin: Jennifer Choi, Cello: Angela Lee, and Guitar: Marc Teicholz join who forces to play a delightfully varied and colorful program.
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Israel <=> Turkish Relationship (Zoom)
Sunday, January 19, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Presented by Dr. Gallia Lindenstrauss, Senior Researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) and co-editor of the institute’s journal Strategic Assessment.
The lecture will address the questions of: What are Turkey’s motives in adopting an anti-Israel stance? What are the chances of further deterioration into a direct military confrontation? Is there any chance of a reversal of the current negative trend in the bilateral relationship? Register to attend on Zoom
Since 2009, Turkish-Israeli relations have known ups and downs, but the overall trend has been negative. During this period, there were two attempts at normalization of relations between the states–both of which held less than two years. And yet, the deterioration in relations following the October 7th war has been exceptionally sharp. Turkey’s president’s harsh criticism of Israel includes the rejection of the portrayal of Hamas as a terror group and in contrast, presenting them as “freedom fighters” also defending Turkey against “expansionist aims” of Israel. In addition, Turkey has imposed a complete economic trade ban on Israel. Also, Turkey is active in law-fare against Israel, as well as using its media channels to promote pro-Hamas narratives. Even more worrisome, Hamas members operate relatively freely on Turkish soil, preparing terror attacks against Israelis. More info
Women’s Shabbat (Sanctuary/Streaming)
Saturday, January 25, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Don’t miss this opportunity for female identifying members of our community of any age to lead us in an inspirational Shabbat services. We will be honoring Eleanor Dickman. Lovely lunch to follow. Need help to learn something new?? Just ask! Sign up to participate
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AAi Blood Drive (Social Hall)
Wednesday, February 5, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, and each donation of blood can save up to 3 lives! Join Jews, Christians, and Muslims to assist Red Cross staff, check-in donors, sterilize chairs and tables in donor waiting areas, refill refreshments for donors post-donation, and ensure donors are feeling well before departure. No experience is necessary! American Red Cross staff will train you to accomplish these tasks easily and safely, providing everything you need. Sign-up links to come!
Tu BiShvat /Mitzvah Day (Social Hall)
Sunday, February 9, 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Let’s celebrate Tu Bi’shvat (the birthday of the trees) by making the world a bit better! Join in us as we engage in a variety of social action projects. If you have ideas or would like to help out contact us at tikkunolam@beth-david.org
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David Arben’s Life of Miracles & Successes (Social Hall)
Sunday, February 9, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Presented by Music in May, this is a 45-minute docufilm about David Arben, violinist, mentor and holocaust survivor. The film is directed by Andrew Thompson and is based on the live program developed by authors Rebecca Jackson-Picht and Dr. John Jackson. It takes viewers on a journey through the chapters of David Arben’s life. The film features music by Polina Nazaykinskaya, Jose Gonzalez Granero, Maurice Ravel, J.S. Bach, Jules Massenet, Joseph Achron, Claude Debussy and Johan Svendsen, as well as a 1992 live performance of Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 3 featuring David Arben, Riccardo Muti and The Philadelphia Orchestra. RSVP