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Friday, November 7
Kristallnacht Shabbat Service– 7 p.m. Temple Beth El, 3 Marion Ave. Glens Falls. Led by Rabbi Jeffrey Gale. Info. 518- 792-4364.
“Adventures Of A Mathematician”–7 p.m. Schenectady Jewish Community Center, 2565 Balltown Rd., Schenectady. 2020 / 102 min./ English and Polish (w/subtitles) /Germany – Poland – UK. Biopic of Stanislaw Ulam. Discussion leaders are Paul Friedman and Christina Tønnesen-Friedman, Union College Mathematics department. Individual films: $13, $7, JCC member discount. Info.– 518-377-8803.
Beth Emeth Torah Study–9:30 -10:30 a.m., 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Discussion of the weekly Torah portion, in-person and via Zoom with Rabbinic Intern Spencer Mandell. Info. – 518-436-9761, ext. 236, Andrea@CBEAlbany.org.
A Human Rights Odyssey–7 p.m. Temple Beth El. 3 Marion Ave., Glens Falls. Rabbi Jeffrey Gale will discuss his new book. Info.– 518- 792-4364.
B’nai Sholom Movie Night: “The Mamboniks” – 7:30 p.m. B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation, 420 Whitehall Rd. Albany.Movie about jewish dancers and the mambo dance fad of the ’50s. U.Albany Prof. Jose Cruz, a Latin music expert, will discuss after the film. $5. Pre-reg.– https://www.bnaisholomalbany.org/events/the-mamboniks-movie-night/. Info. 518- 482-5283.
Sunday, November 9
Ivan Vamos– A Story Of Holocaust Survival–2-4 p.m. Siena University, Key Auditorium, Roger Bacon Hall, 515 Loudon Rd., Loudonville. Info.–518- 368-7886. chaicentercolonie@gmail.com
Kristallnacht Memorial Screening Of “Etched in Glass”–10 a.m. Beth El Synagogue, 107 Adams St., Bennington Vt. The story of Steve Ross, a Holocaust survivor, who founded the Boston Holocaust Memorial. Brunch to follow. Co-sponsored by the Israel Congregation of Manchester, Vt. Res., Info.– cbevtoffice@gmail.com 802- 442-9645.
Beth Emeth Sisterhood Knit & Nosh – 9:30 a.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Info. – 518-436-9761, ext. 236, Sisterhood@CBEAlbany.org.
Tuesday, November 11
Jewish National Fund Breakfast for Israel– 7:30- 9 a.m. Alon Wald, head of marketing, operations, Ammunition Hill National Heritage Center to speak. Free. Reg., Info.–Karen Rabinovici, associate director, southern New England and the Capital Region krabinovici@jnf.org. 203-692-4643, ext. 819.
Bethlehem Chabad A Sweet Salute – 1-3 p.m. 393 Delaware Ave., Delmar. Info., Res.– bethlehemchabad.com/cteen / info@bethlehemchabad.com, 518-439-3310.
Wednesday, November 12
Kristallnacht Interfaith Community Commemoration–7 p.m. Page Hall, University at Albany downtown campus, 135 Western Ave. Albany. Free. Documentary “Carla The Rescuer” to be shown. Info.–Shelly Shapiro, 518- 783-7800, http://www.jewishfedny.org.
SJCA:“Encounter Point ” and Panel Discussion On Zoom– 7 p.m. Film exploration of reverberations from the Israeli-Palestinian
Kyra Teis Art Reception–6-8 p.m. Schenectady JCC Farber-Miness Lounge, 2565 Balltown Rd., Schenectady. Digital collage. Exhibit continues through Dec. 25.
Roots of Peace: Achieving Understanding Between Palestinians and Israelis–7 p.m. The Chatham Synagogue, 1536 Co Rd 28, Valatie. A collaborative program with Congregation Anshe Emeth, Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Khaled Abu Awwad to discuss. Reg., Info.–Congregation Anshe Emeth at 518-828-6848, or e-mail, congregationansheemeth@gmail.com.
Beth Emeth Youth Group –5:30 -7 p.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Area high schoolers are invited to CBEYG’s weekly meeting. Info. – 518-436-9761, CBEYG@CBEAlbany.org.
Beth Emeth Brotherhood Torah Shmooze – 7 p.m. on Zoom. Info.– CBEAlbany.org, Upcoming events under “Brotherhood Torah.
Thursday, November 13
Schenectady JCC’s Robert J. Ludwig Community Service Awards Gala–7 p.m. Mohawk Golf Club, 1849 Union St., Schenectady. Info., Res., https://schenectadyjcc.org/14th-Annual-Robert-J-Ludwig-Community-Service-Awards-Gala, Joslyn McArdle, j.mcardle@jccsofthecapitalregion.org 518-3778803.
Beth Emeth Mah Jongg Tournament – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. play begins 9:30 a.m., 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Tournament with timed games and cash prizes or relaxed play, refreshments. Reg. by 11/8 –www.CBEAlbany.org. Info. – 518-436-9761 or Info@CBEAlbany.org.
Beth Emeth Hosts NNORC Birthday Potluck – 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany. participants invited to bring a favorite dish to share and NNORC (Neighborhood Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) will provide the November birthday cake. Bringing a dish is optional. Reg. –518-516-1114 or nnorc@jfsneny.org.
Beth Emeth Hootenanny Watch Party Celebrating Jewish Music – 7 -8 p.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Info. – 518-436-9761 or Info@CBEAlbany.org.
Friday, November 14–Saturday, November 15
Albany NCSY Fall Shabbaton: For Teens – to include Shabbat dinner, lunch and a Saturday nite 5;45-10 p.m. Limo Scavenger Hunt. Beth Abraham-Jacob Synagogue, 380 Whitehall Rd., Albany. $30. Info., Res.–518-489-5819, https://tinyurl.com/albanyncsy.
Shalom Shabbat Weekend: Performance by Pizom–Temple Israel, 600 New Scotland Ave., Albany. Pizmon is a Jewish college student a capella group. Dinner, services. Adm., Info. Reg.– 518- 438-7858. timain@tialbany.org.
Friday, November 14
Beth Emeth Erev Shabbat Service –5:30-6:30 p.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany, or via live-stream at www.CBEAlbany.org. Info – 518-436-9761, ClergyAdmin@CBEAlbany.org.
Saturday, November 15
Daughters of Sarah Game Changer – 7 p.m. TBA site. Mini-golf fund-raiser and honoring former Daughter’s CEO Mark Koblenz. Info.–Marcy Stryker, 518-724-3260.
Beth Emeth Torah Study–9:30 -10:30 a.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Discussion of the weekly Torah portion, in-person and via Zoom with Rabbinic Intern Spencer Mandell. Info. – 518-436-9761, ext. 236, Andrea@CBEAlbany.org.
Beth Emeth Youth Group Apple Pie Bake-off – 4 p.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany. For teens grades 9-12. Info. – e-mail CBEYG@CBEAlbany.org, website CBEAlbany.org.
Sunday, November 16
Beth Emeth Healthcare Speaker Series – 9 a.m. 100 Academy Rd. The focus of this session is end-of-life preparation. Info. –518-436-9761 or Info@CBEAlbany.org.
Beth Emeth Meet & Greet New Executive Director Jill Rafferty-Weinisch – 7 p.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Reg. required. www.CBEAlbany.org. Other dates include 11/ 18 at 7 p.m., 11/19, 5:15 p.m. Info.–518-436-9761 or Info@CBEAlbany.org.
Tuesday, November 18
“Archive Archaeology: The Invisible Hands of Colonial-Era Excavations in the Middle East”–6 :30 p.m. University of Albany Campus Center Board Room, Albany. Dr. Melissa Cradic, lecturer in history and Judaic studies at the University at Albany and curator at the Badè Museum of Biblical Archaeology to discuss as the 2025 Annual Jewish Colonie lecturer. Info., Res.–518-442-5300, cjs@albany.edu.
Zoom Program: Rabbi Angela Buchdahl And Abigail Pogrebin– 1 p.m. Women’s Philanthropy community program begins with noon lunch at the Jewish Federation of NENY, 184 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany. Buchdahl and Pogrebin to discuss Buchdahl’s new book Heart of a Stranger. 2 p.m. In-person talk led by local female rabbis: Rabbi Bev Magidson, Rabbi Ilana Symons, Rabbi Danielle Weisbrot, and Rabbi Zoe Zak. Adm., Info., Reg.– Linda Pollack Kessler, 518-783-7800 lpollack@jewishfedny.org, https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/buchdahl-pogrebin
Havurah Vatik: The Bible as Literature–11 a.m. Shaara Tfille Synagogue, 84 Weibel Ave., Saratoga Springs, Luncheon featuring Prof. Michael Marx. Program for Saratoga Jewish seniors, ages 55 and older. Res. by 11/12, Info. –havurahvatik@gmail.com.
Wednesday, November 19
Gates of Heaven Senior Moments Lunch– noon. Temple Gates Of Heaven, 852 Ashmore Ave., Schenectady. David Misch to present “Jewish Comedy & Musical Satire.” Free. Res., Info.–www.cgoh.org, 203-521-4591.
Beth Emeth Youth Group – 5:30 -7 p.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany. All high schoolers are invited to CBEYG’s weekly meeting. Info .– 518-436-9761, CBEYG@CBEAlbany.org.
Life & Legacy Interactive Workshop With Arlene D. Schiff–7 p.m. The Jewish Federation of NENY, 184 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany. Info.–518- 783-7800.
Thursday, November 20
LEV Thanksgiving Program–11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. B’nai B’rith House, 22 Knolls Rd., Niskayuna. Free program for 30 seniors. Reg., Info.–518-377-8803.
Friday, November 21
Beth Emeth Erev Shabbat Service –5:30-6:30 p.m. 100 Academy Rd., Albany, or via live-stream at www.CBEAlbany.org. Info – 518-436-9761, ClergyAdmin@CBEAlbany.org.
Friday, November 21-Sunday, November 23
Ohav Shalom Kallah Weekend With Rabbi Menachem Creditor– Ohav Shalom Synagogue, 113 New Krumkill Rd., Albany.Dinners, study sessions, services. $20. Info., Reg.–518-527-1163.
Tuesday, November 25
Celebrating Sigid– 9-10:30 a.m. Temple Israel, 600 New Scotland Ave., Albany. Info.–518-438-7858.
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Saturday, December 6
“Greener Pastures”–7 p.m. Schenectady Jewish Community Center, 2565 Balltown Rd., Schenectady. 2021 / 90 min./Israel, Hebrew (w/subtitles) Comedy tells story of a spirited 79-year-old widower in nursing home who conceives of an unlikely venture. Discussion leader Rabbi Beverly Magidson. Individual films: $13, $7 JCC member discount. Info.– 518-377-8803.
Bethlehem Chabad: Harmony In Havdalah – 7 – 9 p.m. 393 Delaware Ave., Delmar. Info., Res.– https://www.
Sunday, December 7
Bethlehem Chabad: The Amazing Race – 3:30 p.m. 393 Delaware Ave., Delmar. $20. Info., Res.–518-439-3310, bethlehemchabad.com/cteen / info@bethlehemchabad.com.
Tuesday, December 9
Sunday, December 14
Chanukah On Jay Street–3:30-5 p.m. Jay St., Schenectady. Community outside celebration of first night of Chanukah. Programs, food, menorah lighting.
Friday, December 19
Community Chanukah Dinner–5-7 p.m. Gates of Heaven, 852 Ashmore Ave., Schenectady. Dinner and entertainment. Adm., Info., Res.–518- 374-8173, http://www.cgoh.org.
Saturday, December 20
SJCC Chanukah Under The Stars–6:30- 7:45 Schenectady JCC, 2565 Balltown Rd. Info.–518- 377-8803, http://www.schenectadyjcc.org
Thursday, December 25
Jewish Day Of Service—Helping non-profit organizations that must be open on Dec. 25 and are in need of helping hands. Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Northeastern NY. Info.–Amy Drucker, 518-783-7800, adrucker@jewishfedny.org
Friday, January 23-Sunday January 25
Bethlehem Chabad Women’s Shabbat Retreat – 393 Delaware Ave., Delmar. Info., Res.– https://www.
Saturday, January 24
“Saul And Ruby’s Holocaust Survivor Band”–7 p.m. Schenectady Jewish Community Center, 2565 Balltown Rd., Schenectady. 2020 / 90 min./USA. Discussion leaders: David and Amy Posner, Individual films: $13, $7 JCC member discount. Info.– 518-377-8803.
Thursday, February 12-15
“Pink Lady”(virtual screening) –7 p.mSchenectady Jewish Community Center, 2565 Balltown Rd., Schenectady. 2020 / 90 min./USA. a A young ultra-Orthodox couple in Jerusalem contending with extramarital relationship. Discussion leader: “Eshel” a Jewish organization for Orthodox LGBTQ+/ 2024 /104 min. / Hebrew (w/subtitles) /Israel/Italy. Individual films: $13, $7 JCC member discount. Info.– 518-377-8803.
ONGOING EVENTS
Beth Emeth Monday Knit & Nosh – 7-8:30 p.m. chat via Zoom. Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88469905713?pwd=WUpIRkZrenYyY1hIMnY5M2NxeWlYUT09; Password: “128452.” Info. –Marion Greenberg, marionleeg@aol.com.
Beth Emeth Weekly Saturday Torah Study – 9:30-10:30 a.m., 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Discussion of the weekly Torah portion. No knowledge of Torah, Hebrew or Judaism is necessary to participate. In person, proof of COVID-19 vaccination and masks. Join by Zoom, log in at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84512316701; Password: CBE. Info.–Andrea McNellis at 518-436-9761.
Beth Emeth Sunday Discoveries –9:30 a.m. – noon. Free playgroup. Meet other parents while the kids play in staffed Discovery Room. Beth Emeth, 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Info. – 518-436-9761 or School@CBEAlbany.org.
Beth Emeth CBE & Me– 9- 10 a.m. Select Saturdays. Newborn to Pre-K children and their grown ups are invited to join for Shabbat and holiday celebrations with sing-alongs, stories, and crafts. Beth Emeth, 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Info. – 518-436-9761 or School@CBEAlbany.org.
RCS: Lift Your Life – 7 – 8 p.m. 393 Delaware Ave., Delmar. 11/3, 12,/8/, 1/12. 2/9. 3/9. 4/13, 5/18. Info., Res.–
bethlehemchabad.com/rcs / info@bethlehemchabad.com, 518-439-3310.
Weekly Torah Portion Discussion–Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Agudat Achim Synagogue, 2117 Union St., Schenectady. Free.
Kikush V’Cafe: Hebrew and Coffee–8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Temple Israel. 600 New Scotland Ave., Albany. Variety of topics. Tuesdays thru June 24. Info.–518- 438-7858.
Beth Emeth ARBA for Fours– 9:30 a.m.-noon. Beth Emeth, 100 Academy Rd., Albany. Twice a month. Info. –school@CBEAlbany.org.
Babies Morning Out–Mondays, 9:15-11:30 a.m., Sundays 9:30a.m.-noon. Temple Gates of Heaven, 852 Ashmore Ave., Schenectady. 518-374-8173.
Kabbalah for Beginners– Mondays, 7 p.m. Bethlehem Chabad 393 Delaware Ave., Albany Info.–Rabbi Nachman Simon, 518-439-8280.
Talmud for Beginners–Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Bethlehem Chabad 393 Delaware Ave., Albany. Info.–Rabbi Nachman Simon, 518-439-8280.
Ne’imah Jewish Chorus Rehearsals– Sundays, 4-6 p.m. B’nai Sholom, 420 Whitehall Rd., Albany. Info.– or 518-458-2517, Info.–sherrykearns33@yahoo.com.
PJ Library Havdalah Play Group– Tuesdays, 9:15 a.m. Gates of Heaven, 852 Ashmore Ave., Schenectady. Free. 518-374-8173 or Amy Drucker, 518-783-7800.
Chane’s Yiddish Vinkl with Noami Halpern– Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock. Free. Info.– (845) 679-2218.
“Chug Ivrit” Modern Hebrew Conversation Group– Thursdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock. Free. Info.– (845) 679-2218.
Contemplative Meditation with Gail Albert– Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock. Free. Info.– (845) 679-2218.
“The Jewish View” Television Program– Co-hosts: Rabbi Nachman Simon, Chabad House of Delmar, Marc Gronich, Statewide News Service, jbiztechvalley, shown in Albany on Channel 18 (for digital cable subscribers) Channel 116.3 (for standard & basic cable subscribers) Monday, 9:30 p.m., Tuesday, 6 p.m. Thursday, 6 p.m., Bethlehem Community Television Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Verizon Foist Channel 28 TimeWarner Channels 17 and 116-118. Schenectady cable access, Open Stage Media: Sunday, 9 p.m., Tuesday, 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, 9 p.m. Thursday, 11:30 a.m., Friday, 11:30 a.m. Info.–delmarchabadsimon@gmail.com.
Torah/Haftorah Cantillation Class– Mondays, 8-9 p.m. Cantor Rogerio Marx teaches/sings biblical chanting. Temple Israel, 600 New Scotland Ave., Albany. 518-438-7858.
Hebrew Classes– Shaaray Tefila, 68 Bay St., Glens Falls. Intermediate, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Introductory, Wednesdays 8 p.m. 518-926-6620.
Hebrew Literature Class– weekly after Saturday morning Kiddush. Shaaray Tefila, 68 Bay St., Glens Falls.
Baby Loves Shabbat, Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Classes for mothers, children (ages 1-4). At Clifton Park Chabad, 495 Moe Rd., Clifton Park. 518-495-0779 or info@cliftonparkchabad.com.
Torah Studies, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. At B’nai Sholom, 420 Whitehall Rd., Albany. Info.– 518-482-5283.
Soul Maps, Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Kabbalah to navigate your inner world. Clifton Park Chabad, 495 Moe Rd., Clifton Park. In-person or via Zoom meeting. Zoom. Reg. – https://jewishcliftonpark.org/events/soul-maps/ Info. – Contact Rabbi Yossi Rubin at 518-495-0772
Torah Studies, Wednesday evenings. At Clifton Pk. Library, 475 Moe Rd. By Clifton Park Chabad’s Rabbi Yossi Rubin. In-person or via Zoom. To attend via Zoom: Contact Rabbi Yossi Rubin 518-495-0772;
Story Time & Shema, Wednesdays, 6:30-7 p.m. “Virtual.” Children’s program by Clifton Park Chabad. For Zoom info.– Leah Rubin at 518-495-0779.
Women’s Torah & Tea, Thursdays, noon. Clifton Park Chabad, 495 Moe Rd., Clifton Park. In-person or via Zoom meeting. For Zoom info. – Contact Rabbi Yossi Rubin at 518-495-0772
Torah Studies with Rabbi Zalman Simon, Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., Bethlehem Chabad, 393 Delaware Ave., Delmar.
Intro. to Judaism Classes, Sundays, 9-10 a.m. Rabbi Chanan Markowitz. At Beth Shalom, 688 Clifton Pk. Ctr. Rd., Clifton Pk. 518-371-0608.
Mah Jongg Mondays, 12-4 p.m. Temple Israel, Catskill, 220 Spring St. Info.– 518-945-1635.
Yiddish Forum Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 a.m. AJCC, 340 Whitehall Rd., Albany. $2.25. Info.– 518-438-6651, ext. 11.
