July 2019
Aging with Joy and Wisdom
Aging with Joy and Wisdom is a 6-part series to create a fulfilling transition to an older age. Drawing on the book, Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience and Spirit by Rabbi Rachel Cowan and Dr. Linda Thal, the 2-hour sessions will help create a new and positive model of aging, managing loss, cultivating nourishing relationships, finding meaning that is not work-centered and shaping one’s legacy. Cynthia Mann and Jody Rosenbloom have been trained by the Institute of Jewish Spirituality…
Find out more »Lunch and Learn: The Berkshires Farm Table Cookbook
Lisa and Rob Bildner will preview their book due to be published in 2020. They celebrate stories of 42 local farmers and farm table chefs together with 135 delicious recipes inspired by the farmers’ produce and the chefs’ creativity. They collaborated with Brian Alberg, Executive Chef and Vice President of Culinary Development for Main Street Hospitality to produce the book. Reserve for free lunch by July 22 by calling (413) 445-4872.
Find out more »August 2019
Aging with Joy and Wisdom
Aging with Joy and Wisdom is a 6-part series to create a fulfilling transition to an older age. Drawing on the book, Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience and Spirit by Rabbi Rachel Cowan and Dr. Linda Thal, the 2-hour sessions will help create a new and positive model of aging, managing loss, cultivating nourishing relationships, finding meaning that is not work-centered and shaping one’s legacy. Cynthia Mann and Jody Rosenbloom have been trained by the Institute of Jewish Spirituality…
Find out more »Lunch and Learn: My Journey of Discovery
Yvonne Daniel was born of Jewish parents who fled to Shanghai following Nazi persecution. Since her actual birthplace was Shanghai, far from her ancestral roots, as an adult she felt impelled to fully rediscover and understand her past. Her story is shared by the 20,000 refugees from Germany, Austria, Poland and Lithuania in the largest haven for settlement on the planet in the 1930’s. Reserve by July 29 for free lunch by calling (413) 445-4872.
Find out more »Aging with Joy and Wisdom
Aging with Joy and Wisdom is a 6-part series to create a fulfilling transition to an older age. Drawing on the book, Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience and Spirit by Rabbi Rachel Cowan and Dr. Linda Thal, the 2-hour sessions will help create a new and positive model of aging, managing loss, cultivating nourishing relationships, finding meaning that is not work-centered and shaping one’s legacy. Cynthia Mann and Jody Rosenbloom have been trained by the Institute of Jewish Spirituality…
Find out more »Aging with Joy and Wisdom
Aging with Joy and Wisdom is a 6-part series to create a fulfilling transition to an older age. Drawing on the book, Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience and Spirit by Rabbi Rachel Cowan and Dr. Linda Thal, the 2-hour sessions will help create a new and positive model of aging, managing loss, cultivating nourishing relationships, finding meaning that is not work-centered and shaping one’s legacy. Cynthia Mann and Jody Rosenbloom have been trained by the Institute of Jewish Spirituality…
Find out more »Lunch and Learn: Choosing Joy—Alzheimer’s: A Book of Hope
Helene’s about-to be published book title is clarified by her own words. “My husband (Ady) was unique. Whereas most accounts of Alzheimer’s describe a process of irreversible decline, Ady continued to improve. The book became a comprehensive guide describing why this regeneration was possible.” Although she was totally unprepared for this unwanted journey, she happily shares her incredible experience with us. Reserve for free lunch by August 12 by calling (413) 445-4872.
Find out more »Shirei Shabba
Shirei Shabbat, Friday night family-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service. We welcome visitors and guests for a lively musical service and dinner. Reserve for dinner a week prior by calling (413) 445-4872, ext.10.
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