In this lecture, Dr. Kaplan will describe the experience of Jewish refugees, mostly from Germany and Austria, as they escaped from Hitler to live in limbo in Portugal. Jewish refugees suffered anxiety and fear, but also evinced courage and resilience. Helpers included the very poor and very generous Portuguese people, the reluctant Portuguese government, and […]
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Jewish Museum members are invited to an early members-only viewing of the Jewish Museum’s exhibition Edith Halpert and the Rise of American Art Thursday, October 17, 2019 11 am – 8 pm Exhibition talk in Scheuer Auditorium at 1 pm Also on view in Scenes from the Collection Masterpieces and Curiosities: The Benguiat Collection Through […]
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Join us for a fun event inspired by Tu b’Av, the upcoming* Jewish holiday of love, with dynamic Jewish educator Abby Eisenberg and popular dating coach and “wingwoman,” Erin Davis, to explore erotic poems, romantic stories, and relationship wisdom from Jewish law and legend. In this lively and interactive learning experience, we’ll encounter ancient Jewish […]
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Yonina performing in Teaneck NJ! Sep. 14th, 2019. An acoustic concert blending originals & covers- Jewish, Israeli and international mu About this Event “Yonina” wiil be performing live in Teaneck NJ, on Saturday night, Sep. 14th, 2019! A special acousic concert featuring original songs, niggunim for the soulful month of Elul, and favorite covers from […]
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Tour the McGillian singer-songwriter-poet Leonard Cohen exhibit at the Jewish Museum, “Leonard Cohen: A Crack in Everything.” There are movies to see and songs to hear. A docent will take us through the show and tell us about the exhibit and the person. MAANY will have a one-hour docent led tour on June 27, beginning […]
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Join us for a tour of Congregation Shearith Israel, commonly known as the Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue, the first Jewish congregation in North America founded in 1654. On this unique tour, with Janet R. Kirchheimer, a licensed NYC Tour Guide and long-time member of the synagogue, you’ll learn about the founding of the congregation, the […]
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Six13 is a national phenomenon both on the internet (with over 8 million views on YouTube) and in traditional media, featured in national television and press like The Today Show, The View, CBS, CNN, Huffington Post, Time Magazine and more. They have performed at the White House for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle […]
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At the turn of the 20th century, more than half a million Jewish immigrants, from countries in Eastern Europe, lived on the Lower East Side. But just 20 years later, less than half that number still called the neighborhood home. What came after the Lower East Side for America’s Jewish immigrants? This five-part class begins […]
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We are pleased to invite you to join and embark on a walking tour of several fascinating neighborhoods in Queens, NY; also known as Registan Park (Rego Park) and Bukharian Broadway (Forest Hills).Learn about the Jewish community that has lived along the Silk Road for over 2000 years. Look at periods of Jewish emigration from […]
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“Yonina” performing in NYC! After previously selling out in New York, Yonina will be returning to the city with a full band concert- Saturday night, Feb. 23rd. The concert will feature original songs along with favorite covers from Yonina’s weekly videos, in English and Hebrew. Known for their positive music and soft harmonies, Yonina create a […]
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