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The Origins of Zionism with Rabbi Andy Bachman
May 25, 2023 7:00PM—8:30PM
Are the Jews defined only by Judaism and religion? Or are the Jews a people, a culture and a nation? During this 4-week course, we will explore the foundational ideas that influenced the creation of Zionism and the Jewish state. From political emancipation of the Jews in early 19th century Europe to Israel’s Independence in 1948, we will…
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The Origins of Zionism with Rabbi Andy Bachman
May 18, 2023 7:00PM—8:30PM
Are the Jews defined only by Judaism and religion? Or are the Jews a people, a culture and a nation? During this 4-week course, we will explore the foundational ideas that influenced the creation of Zionism and the Jewish state. From political emancipation of the Jews in early 19th century Europe to Israel’s Independence in 1948, we will…
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The Origins of Zionism with Rabbi Andy Bachman
May 11, 2023 7:00PM—8:30PM
JCA
1342 Congress St
Portland, ME 04102
Cost $18 JCA members / $36 for general public
Are the Jews defined only by Judaism and religion? Or are the Jews a people, a culture and a nation? During this 4-week course, we will explore the foundational ideas that influenced the creation of Zionism and the Jewish state. From political emancipation of the Jews in early 19th century Europe to Israel’s Independence in 1948, we will…
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Yom Ha’atzmaut Workshop with Rabbi Andy Bachman – Israeli Politics and the Current Crisis
Apr 25, 2023 6:30PM—8:00PM
Jewish Community Alliance
1342 Congress St
Portland, ME 04102
Cost Free
Israeli Politics and the Current Crisis: A Conversation About Where Things Stand Today The current Israeli government’s judicial reform crisis has captivated the attention of observers all over the world. While the disagreements over judicial reform are currently on hold, we have an opportunity to examine the parties and players and understand where things stand…
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Yom Ha’atzmaut – Israel Inside
Apr 23, 2023 3:00PM—4:30PM
JCA Cohen Hall
1342 Congress St
Portland, ME 04102
Cost Free
Join us as we celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel Independence Day, with a screening of the film Israel Inside, followed by a discussion of the film led by Rabbi Andy Bachman. Light refreshments, tea and coffee will be served. Free and open to all. Israel Inside: How a Small Nation Makes a Big Difference: Despite daily challenges…
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Melton Course: Members of the Tribe
Oct 17, 2022 6:00PM—7:30PM
In person at Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick or on Zoom
Cost $179
Beth Israel Congregation in Bath is partnering with the Melton Foundation to bring this six session course entitled Members of the Tribe. Rabbi Lisa Vinikoor will lead us in taking a deep dive into a fundamental, challenging question: “What is the overarching purpose of living Jewishly?” We’ll discuss the responsibilities, pressures, and misconceptions that come…
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ISRAEL INDEPENDENCE DAY VIRTUAL FILM FESTIVAL
May 04, 2022—May 09, 2022
Cost $40 with discount code
Presented by the JCA and the Maine Jewish Film Festival in partnership with Menemsha Films Festival Pass (9 films): $50 | $40 with discount code Enter our exclusive discount code for 20% off: MAINEIID Celebrate Israel with six nights of exclusive, award-winning films, available to view from the comfort of home via your TV,…
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Community Yom Ha’atzmaut Celebration – Israel Independence Day
May 01, 2022 3:00PM—4:30PM
JCA 1342 Congress St. Portland, ME 04102
Cost 0.0
COMMUNITY YOM HA’ATZMAUT CELEBRATION – ISRAEL’S INDEPENDENCE DAY Presented by the JCA in partnership with Beth Israel Congregation – Bath, Etz Chaim Synagogue – Portland, Levey Day School, Shaarey Tphiloh, and Temple Beth El This program is proudly supported by the Israel Engagement Fund: A JCC Association of North America Program Accelerator, and by the…
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UNDER JERUSALEM: The Buried History of the World’s Most Contested City
Dec 16, 2021 7:00PM—8:00PM
Cost 0.0
UNDER JERUSALEM: The Buried History of the World’s Most Contested City A virtual book talk with author and journalist Andrew Lawler Thursday, Dec. 16th | 7:00 PM ET Presented by the JCA and Longfellow Books Advanced registration required by Thursday 12/16 at 12 pm to receive the Zoom link. Zoom link will be sent to…
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A VERY ISRAELI ROSH HASHANAH with Chef Michael Solomonov & Cookbook Author Adeena Sussman
Sep 01, 2021 8:00PM—9:00PM
Cost 10.0
A VERY ISRAELI ROSH HASHANAH Cooking holiday favorites with Chef Michael Solomonov & Cookbook Author Adeena Sussman Weds. Sept. 1st | 8 PM EST Advanced registration required by 12 noon on Weds. 9/1 to receive the viewing link and password. Tickets: $10/household Join the JCA and Jewish communities around the country for a one hour…
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The Origins of Zionism with Rabbi Andy Bachman
May 25, 2023 7:00PM—8:30PM
Are the Jews defined only by Judaism and religion? Or are the Jews a people, a culture and a nation? During this 4-week course, we will explore the foundational ideas that influenced the creation of Zionism and the Jewish state. From political emancipation of the Jews in early 19th century Europe to Israel’s Independence in 1948, we will…
View MoreThe Origins of Zionism with Rabbi Andy Bachman
May 18, 2023 7:00PM—8:30PM
Are the Jews defined only by Judaism and religion? Or are the Jews a people, a culture and a nation? During this 4-week course, we will explore the foundational ideas that influenced the creation of Zionism and the Jewish state. From political emancipation of the Jews in early 19th century Europe to Israel’s Independence in 1948, we will…
View MoreThe Origins of Zionism with Rabbi Andy Bachman
May 11, 2023 7:00PM—8:30PM
JCA 1342 Congress St Portland, ME 04102
Cost $18 JCA members / $36 for general public
Are the Jews defined only by Judaism and religion? Or are the Jews a people, a culture and a nation? During this 4-week course, we will explore the foundational ideas that influenced the creation of Zionism and the Jewish state. From political emancipation of the Jews in early 19th century Europe to Israel’s Independence in 1948, we will…
View MoreYom Ha’atzmaut Workshop with Rabbi Andy Bachman – Israeli Politics and the Current Crisis
Apr 25, 2023 6:30PM—8:00PM
Jewish Community Alliance 1342 Congress St Portland, ME 04102
Cost Free
Israeli Politics and the Current Crisis: A Conversation About Where Things Stand Today The current Israeli government’s judicial reform crisis has captivated the attention of observers all over the world. While the disagreements over judicial reform are currently on hold, we have an opportunity to examine the parties and players and understand where things stand…
View MoreYom Ha’atzmaut – Israel Inside
Apr 23, 2023 3:00PM—4:30PM
JCA Cohen Hall 1342 Congress St Portland, ME 04102
Cost Free
Join us as we celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel Independence Day, with a screening of the film Israel Inside, followed by a discussion of the film led by Rabbi Andy Bachman. Light refreshments, tea and coffee will be served. Free and open to all. Israel Inside: How a Small Nation Makes a Big Difference: Despite daily challenges…
View MoreMelton Course: Members of the Tribe
Oct 17, 2022 6:00PM—7:30PM
In person at Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick or on Zoom
Cost $179
Beth Israel Congregation in Bath is partnering with the Melton Foundation to bring this six session course entitled Members of the Tribe. Rabbi Lisa Vinikoor will lead us in taking a deep dive into a fundamental, challenging question: “What is the overarching purpose of living Jewishly?” We’ll discuss the responsibilities, pressures, and misconceptions that come…
View MoreISRAEL INDEPENDENCE DAY VIRTUAL FILM FESTIVAL
May 04, 2022—May 09, 2022
Cost $40 with discount code
Presented by the JCA and the Maine Jewish Film Festival in partnership with Menemsha Films Festival Pass (9 films): $50 | $40 with discount code Enter our exclusive discount code for 20% off: MAINEIID Celebrate Israel with six nights of exclusive, award-winning films, available to view from the comfort of home via your TV,…
View MoreCommunity Yom Ha’atzmaut Celebration – Israel Independence Day
May 01, 2022 3:00PM—4:30PM
JCA 1342 Congress St. Portland, ME 04102
Cost 0.0
COMMUNITY YOM HA’ATZMAUT CELEBRATION – ISRAEL’S INDEPENDENCE DAY Presented by the JCA in partnership with Beth Israel Congregation – Bath, Etz Chaim Synagogue – Portland, Levey Day School, Shaarey Tphiloh, and Temple Beth El This program is proudly supported by the Israel Engagement Fund: A JCC Association of North America Program Accelerator, and by the…
View MoreUNDER JERUSALEM: The Buried History of the World’s Most Contested City
Dec 16, 2021 7:00PM—8:00PM
Cost 0.0
UNDER JERUSALEM: The Buried History of the World’s Most Contested City A virtual book talk with author and journalist Andrew Lawler Thursday, Dec. 16th | 7:00 PM ET Presented by the JCA and Longfellow Books Advanced registration required by Thursday 12/16 at 12 pm to receive the Zoom link. Zoom link will be sent to…
View MoreA VERY ISRAELI ROSH HASHANAH with Chef Michael Solomonov & Cookbook Author Adeena Sussman
Sep 01, 2021 8:00PM—9:00PM
Cost 10.0
A VERY ISRAELI ROSH HASHANAH Cooking holiday favorites with Chef Michael Solomonov & Cookbook Author Adeena Sussman Weds. Sept. 1st | 8 PM EST Advanced registration required by 12 noon on Weds. 9/1 to receive the viewing link and password. Tickets: $10/household Join the JCA and Jewish communities around the country for a one hour…
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