March 2022
The Worth of Water
With Matt Damon & Gary White. In their new book, Matt Damon and Gary White tell the story of their alliance to ensure that water and sanitation access is available to everyone. Matt Damon and Gary White are the founders of Water.com & WaterEquity, a merger of Damon’s H20 African Foundation and White’s WaterPartners International. In partnership with Streicker Center.
Find out more »From Bensonhurst to Broadway
With Harvey Fierstein. Upon the release of his hilarious and poignant memoir, hear Harvey Fierstein’s inimitable voice speak about turning addiction and despair into triumph — and to celebrate the man who proved that gay truths are universal. He is the winner of four Tonys, three Drama Desk Awards and has appeared in more than two dozen films, and author of a children’s book. In partnership with Streicker Center.
Find out more »WLC/Sisterhood Night At The Theater
Prayer for the French Republic In 1944 a Jewish couple in Paris desperately awaits news of their missing family. Occurring in-parallel on stage, more than 70 years later, the couple’s great-grandchildren find themselves facing the same questions as their ancestors: “Are we safe?” Meet at Box Office @ 6:30pm - City Center 131 W 55th Street
Find out more »Rockin’ Shabbat Service Celebrating Purim
TI Clergy & Sheldon Low
Find out more »Israel Trapped Between ISIS & Iran
With Yitai Anghel. Israel’s neighborhood has become increasingly dangerous, especially with the alliance between Iran and Hezbollah and its proxy in Lebanon. How did the chaos of the Middle East and the world’s alarm over the rise of ISIS lead to a relationship that now poses the most dangerous threat to Israel since its founding? A visual journey through Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Gaza. In partnership with Streicker Center.
Find out more »Is It Good For The Jews?
Current events though a Jewish Lens with Prof. Berk.
Find out more »A Collapsing Middle East
With Yitai Anghel. The Arab Spring felt like a new beginning . . . until things turned. Middle Eastern borders, regimes and nations as we knew them disintegrated, causing regional chaos and sending millions of refugees across Europe. Now, new forces, and even new nations, are arising. Despite all the dangers, might we continue seeing surprising new alliances and the prospect of hope? In partnership with Streicker Center.
Find out more »Shabbat Services – Honoring Women with Guest Rabbi Deborah Prinz followed by Dinner
Rabbi Prinz is is the Author of ON THE CHOCOLATE TRAIL: A delicious adventure connecting Jews, religions, history, travel, rituals and recipes to a delectable journey through the Jewish history of chocolate. Dinner immediately follows services. Register here.
Find out more »WLC/Sisterhood Book Club
The Four Winds by Kristin Hanna. Set in 1934 Texas during the Great Depression, this novel is a testament to hope, resilience, and the strength of the human spirit in order to survive adversity. On Zoom.
Find out more »Adult Purim: An Irish Purim
Join TI Clergy for a lucky Purim Celebration complete with Megillah reading, Irish treats & whiskey! 6:30pm - Irish Treats (in-person) 7:00pm - Megillah Reading & Learning (in-person & virtual) followed by Irish whiskey tasting
Find out more »Turning the Impossible Into the Possible
With Dr. Albert Bourla. Six days after the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 to be a pandemic, the CEO of Pfizer challenged his employees to develop a vaccine within six months. In his new book, MOONSHOT: Inside Pfizer’s Nine-Month Race to Make the Impossible Possible, Dr. Bourla explains the behind-the-scenes story of that extraordinary scientific and logistical accomplishment and of the men and women who made the impossible possible. In partnership with Streicker Center.
Find out more »April 2022
W:C/Sisterhood Coffee & Conversation/Lunch & Learn
The Jewish population of the U.S. has been a product of waves of immigration primarily from diaspora communities in Europe-- many who were motivated by social, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities, and for others it was seeking refuge from the dangers of antisemitism in Europe. Temple Israel is fortunate to have the opportunity to hear from our very own Cantor Irena Altshul, who will share her immigration story. RSVP HERE (for in-person) Snacks and beverages will be served and feel free to…
Find out more »Sing Hallelujah to Leonard Cohen
Presented by the Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center. Grammy-winning Judy Collins will share her recollections of Leonard Cohen, the poet of brokenness and perform some of the music that they sang together for so long.
Find out more »Current Events Through a Jewish Lens
Prof. Berk will illuminate and clarify the events of today beyond the chatter and noise of 24/7 news and social media, addressing domestic and foreign topics, including Ukraine and beyond. Topics will vary based on each week's headlines.
Find out more »Beginner Mah Jongg Lessons
Register and pay for classes here.
Find out more »Musicians of Lenox Hill Chamber Music Concert
We are thrilled to be presenting The Musicians of Lenox Hill's annual chamber music concert in-person this year. The program features works by Reger, Chopin, Bloch, and Schumann. Please join us for a night of wonderful chamber music. This event is free and open to the public, with free-will donations accepted. More information here.
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