There are so many wonderful cultural and learning opportunities within our thriving Greater Buffalo Jewish Community. We've decided to start posting links here to the happenings in our community that we hear about. If you have an announcement that you would like to see included, please email it to us!
Buffalo Stands with Pittsburgh for Unity, Hope and Healing
The Buffalo Jewish Community is devastated by the horrific attack on Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh on Saturday, October 27th. A gathering for hope and healing was organized on Sunday, October 28th and took place at Temple Beth Tzedek in Amherst.
Please click on the link below to view a streamed recording of the Gathering for Hope and Healing Solidarity event. https://player2.streamspot.com/?playerId=f8214582 |
Joint Statement From Buffalo Jewish Community Leaders Regarding Recent Anti-Semitic Attack in Pittsburgh
Please click here HERE to download and view this important document. The Buffalo Jewish Community will continue to unite as a result of this tragedy. All are encouraged to pray and seek consolation and guidance from your local synagogue leadership during this very difficult time. |
New Fall Courses at the JDC
Course A: Jewish Mysticism in the Age of Reason, Jewish History of the 18th and 19th Centuries
Click on the picture for more details. This six-week course will begin Sunday, November 11th at 10:00 am The Jews of 18th and 19th Century Europe confronted many existential threats. The old foes of anti-semitism and persecution became particularly virulent and aggressive in this era. Equally dangerous, however, were the forces of "The Enlightenment" and assimilation. Come join us as we explore this challenging phase in our people's history, and discover how Chassidism, a fledgling and largely unknown movement that arose in the 18th century, grew to become the primary intellectual and spiritual force confronting these multiple threats |
Course B: The Kindness Principle, The Jewish Formula for Developing Kindness in Ourselves and Others
Click on the picture for more details. This six-week course will begin Sunday, November 11th at 11:00 am. Kindness and compassion are critical components of goodness and virtue, and are essential to a purposeful and meaningful life. We live today, however, in a narcissistic age that breeds selfishness and egotism. Come join us for a 6-week exploration of Judaism's unique approach to overcoming the era and developing kindness both within ourselves and in others. |
Please note: Classes will take place at our NEW facility at 831 Maple Rd. (#110) (Next door to the Maple West Elementary School)
NEW Feature: We will be offering childcare during the classes. (by reservation only) Space is limited so reserve ASAP by calling: 716.400.1550.
NEW Feature: We will be offering childcare during the classes. (by reservation only) Space is limited so reserve ASAP by calling: 716.400.1550.
New! Challah of Love Baking Class at the JDC
You are invited to join this brand-new weekly program:
CHALLAH OF LOVE
With Mrs. Lea Greenberg
Challah baking spiced with doses of love & wisdom on Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM
The program continues this Thursday, December 13th
at 7:00 PM
Join us in baking delicious Shabbat treats to bring home as well as to be distributed to the elderly and other home-bound individuals
BAKING A DIFFERENCE!
At the JDC's NEW Learning Center - 831 Maple Rd.
(next door to the Maple West Elementary School)
To RSVP reply to this email or call us at (716) 400-1550
CHALLAH OF LOVE
With Mrs. Lea Greenberg
Challah baking spiced with doses of love & wisdom on Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM
The program continues this Thursday, December 13th
at 7:00 PM
Join us in baking delicious Shabbat treats to bring home as well as to be distributed to the elderly and other home-bound individuals
BAKING A DIFFERENCE!
At the JDC's NEW Learning Center - 831 Maple Rd.
(next door to the Maple West Elementary School)
To RSVP reply to this email or call us at (716) 400-1550
Thoughts Along the Way Art Exhibit at the JCC
THOUGHTS ALONG THE WAY, ON EXHIBIT AT
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER BUFFALO, HOLLAND FAMILY BUILDING, 787 DELAWARE AVE., BUFFALO, NY
By Artist: Daniel Rodgers
NOVEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 28, 2018
Almost entirely self-taught, Rodgers’ repertoire includes forays into collage, décollage, photomontage and assemblage. The exhibit showcases the differences in the various mediums. Décollage in effect, is the opposite of collage, wherein, several layers (of paper) are uncovered, or exposed. Photomontages are often composed of photographs of disparate scale and proportion. Many examples of this art-form employ humorous elements. At times, photomontage can include brushwork, typography, even found objects.
A free gallery reception, open to the community, will take place in the Art Gallery at the JCC Holland Family Building, Sunday, November 4, 3:00-5:00 p.m. Gallery admission is free and the gallery is open during JCC business hours, 7 days a week.
For more information, visit jccbuffalo.org or contact Katie Wzontek at 716-204-2084 or Kwzontek@jccbuffalo.org.
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER BUFFALO, HOLLAND FAMILY BUILDING, 787 DELAWARE AVE., BUFFALO, NY
By Artist: Daniel Rodgers
NOVEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 28, 2018
Almost entirely self-taught, Rodgers’ repertoire includes forays into collage, décollage, photomontage and assemblage. The exhibit showcases the differences in the various mediums. Décollage in effect, is the opposite of collage, wherein, several layers (of paper) are uncovered, or exposed. Photomontages are often composed of photographs of disparate scale and proportion. Many examples of this art-form employ humorous elements. At times, photomontage can include brushwork, typography, even found objects.
A free gallery reception, open to the community, will take place in the Art Gallery at the JCC Holland Family Building, Sunday, November 4, 3:00-5:00 p.m. Gallery admission is free and the gallery is open during JCC business hours, 7 days a week.
For more information, visit jccbuffalo.org or contact Katie Wzontek at 716-204-2084 or Kwzontek@jccbuffalo.org.
Five Jewish Photographers from WNY exhibit at JCC
5 JEWISH PHOTOGRAPHERS FROM WESTERN NEW YORK
ON EXHIBIT AT THE BUNIS FAMILY ART GALLERY, JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER BUFFALO, BENDERSON FAMILY BUILDING, 2640 NORTH FOREST RD., GETZVILLE, NY
NOVEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 28, 2018
Photographers: Errol Daniels, Milt Ehrenberg, Linda Gale Gellman, Marty Kerker and Shiri Kester.
The exhibit will feature forty photographs; eight photographs from each photographer, creating a collaborative group exhibit while still focusing on the individuality and artistic qualities of each photographer. “The exhibit is dedicated to past Jewish photographers from Western New York,” says Ehrenberg. “Each one of us was inspired, and some mentored, by one of the great Jewish photographers in this area and we want this exhibit to help honor them.”
A free gallery reception, open to the community, will take place on the second floor of the JCC Benderson Family Building in the Lippman Lounge and Art Gallery, November 1, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Gallery admission is free and the gallery is open during JCC business hours, 7 days a week. For more information, visit jccbuffalo.org or contact Katie Wzontek at 716-204-2084 or Kwzontek@jccbuffalo.org.
ON EXHIBIT AT THE BUNIS FAMILY ART GALLERY, JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER BUFFALO, BENDERSON FAMILY BUILDING, 2640 NORTH FOREST RD., GETZVILLE, NY
NOVEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 28, 2018
Photographers: Errol Daniels, Milt Ehrenberg, Linda Gale Gellman, Marty Kerker and Shiri Kester.
The exhibit will feature forty photographs; eight photographs from each photographer, creating a collaborative group exhibit while still focusing on the individuality and artistic qualities of each photographer. “The exhibit is dedicated to past Jewish photographers from Western New York,” says Ehrenberg. “Each one of us was inspired, and some mentored, by one of the great Jewish photographers in this area and we want this exhibit to help honor them.”
A free gallery reception, open to the community, will take place on the second floor of the JCC Benderson Family Building in the Lippman Lounge and Art Gallery, November 1, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Gallery admission is free and the gallery is open during JCC business hours, 7 days a week. For more information, visit jccbuffalo.org or contact Katie Wzontek at 716-204-2084 or Kwzontek@jccbuffalo.org.
From Vaudeville to Rock: A Tribute to Jewish Songwriters
From Vaudeville to Rock: How Jewish Songwriters and Performers Shaped Popular Music
Sunday, January 6 at 2:00 pm at the Maxine and Robert Seller Theatre, JCC Benderson Family Building, 2640 N. Forest Rd. in Amherst
Experience a journey through Jewish musical history and trivia. This program conceived and created by JCC member, local photographer, and musician Marty Kerker, includes a slide presentation, complete with musical renditions by a live band, featuring Buffalo Music Hall of Fame inductee, Joe Rozler and Jamie Sunshine.
The event is in conjunction with “The Amazing Legacy of Jewish Singers, Songwriters & Musicians… 50 Original Album Covers” gallery exhibit that will be on display in the Bunis Family Art Gallery, Benderson Family Building from January 4 – February 26, 2019.The Exhibit will display 50 original vinyl album covers highlighting such Jewish musical luminaries as George Gershwin, Harold Arlen, Leonard Bernstein, Burt Bacharach, Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, and numerous others.
Immediately following the event on Sunday, January 6 there will be a reception in the Lippman Lounge, 2nd Floor of the JCC Benderson Family Building and attendees will have the opportunity to tour the exhibit that inspired the event. Be sure not to miss this fun-filled walk down memory lane!
Tickets $18/General $10/Student. Tickets may be purchased at either JCC Member Services Desk or at www.jccbuffalo.org.
For more information please visit www.jccbuffalo.org or contact Katie Wzontek, Cultural Arts Director atKwzontek@jccbuffalo.org.
Sunday, January 6 at 2:00 pm at the Maxine and Robert Seller Theatre, JCC Benderson Family Building, 2640 N. Forest Rd. in Amherst
Experience a journey through Jewish musical history and trivia. This program conceived and created by JCC member, local photographer, and musician Marty Kerker, includes a slide presentation, complete with musical renditions by a live band, featuring Buffalo Music Hall of Fame inductee, Joe Rozler and Jamie Sunshine.
The event is in conjunction with “The Amazing Legacy of Jewish Singers, Songwriters & Musicians… 50 Original Album Covers” gallery exhibit that will be on display in the Bunis Family Art Gallery, Benderson Family Building from January 4 – February 26, 2019.The Exhibit will display 50 original vinyl album covers highlighting such Jewish musical luminaries as George Gershwin, Harold Arlen, Leonard Bernstein, Burt Bacharach, Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, and numerous others.
Immediately following the event on Sunday, January 6 there will be a reception in the Lippman Lounge, 2nd Floor of the JCC Benderson Family Building and attendees will have the opportunity to tour the exhibit that inspired the event. Be sure not to miss this fun-filled walk down memory lane!
Tickets $18/General $10/Student. Tickets may be purchased at either JCC Member Services Desk or at www.jccbuffalo.org.
For more information please visit www.jccbuffalo.org or contact Katie Wzontek, Cultural Arts Director atKwzontek@jccbuffalo.org.
The Kurt Weill Festival Comes to Buffalo
Kurt Weill's Broadway
January 17, 2019 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Kleinhan's Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle Buffalo
The newest Music Unwound program produced by Joseph Horowitz explores the creative output of Kurt Weill, one of the 20th century’s most important immigrant composers. This concert, featuring the seminal work Seven Deadly Sins, Mack the Knife, and many other songs from his work for Broadway, will be part of a season-long exploration of Weill’s works in partnership with the University at Buffalo.
Adam Turner, conductor
Lisa Vroman, soprano
Hudson Shad, vocal group
Please click here for more information and tickets.
January 17, 2019 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Kleinhan's Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle Buffalo
The newest Music Unwound program produced by Joseph Horowitz explores the creative output of Kurt Weill, one of the 20th century’s most important immigrant composers. This concert, featuring the seminal work Seven Deadly Sins, Mack the Knife, and many other songs from his work for Broadway, will be part of a season-long exploration of Weill’s works in partnership with the University at Buffalo.
Adam Turner, conductor
Lisa Vroman, soprano
Hudson Shad, vocal group
Please click here for more information and tickets.
