An essay by JCC PJ Library Coordinator Amalya Stone I’m not going to sugar-coat it, it’s tough times out there, y’all. The state of things right now is unprecedented, uncertain, and jarring for just about everyone in a multitude of different ways. And amidst all this chaos, it’s easy to feel lost and overwhelmed, especially when it comes to what we should say to our kids. While there are about a zillion things going on in the world right now, I want this article to focus on just one: ... → read more
Statement from the Asheville Jewish Community
In the midst of a brand-new, deadly global crisis, our country has erupted in reaction to a centuries-old, deadly American crisis. The barbaric murders of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd bring us to our knees not because they are new crises like the coronavirus, but because they are so timeworn. And for many of us, we also recognize in ourselves the response of Amy Cooper in her interaction with the bird watcher Chris Cooper and what could have been another tragic death. We have ... → read more
Operational & Program Modifications during N.C.’s Phase 2 Reopening
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Paper Cutout Activity for Shavuot
Shavuot is a harvest holiday, a time to celebrate both the first gifts of the land, and the first giving of the Ten Commandments. As farmers, we are always vulnerable. The amount of sun and rain, combined with our own efforts, yields harvest. But we are at the mercy of the weather, and vulnerable to its effects. The dove, like the one in the paper cut below, is a symbol of vulnerability and renewal. Vulnerability because it is such a small bird, and renewal because it signaled the end of the ... → read more
CBHT Discussion of “Unorthodox”
"Unorthodox" is a 4-part Netflix series based on a book written in 2012. It's a really interesting glimpse into the Satmar Hasidic community in NYC and both the show and book have lots of fodder for discussion. Join us to talk about the show and/or book: Sunday, May 17 at 11 am or 7:30 pm. To register, RSVP to rehines57@gmail.com. ... → read more
Spiritual Cooking in the Time of the Plague
Spiritual Cooking in the Time of the Plague: Finding Meaning in the Mundane – May 13, 7 p.m. "My father taught me that what makes human beings extraordinary is their devotion to making the mundane divine, their commitment to transform daily tasks of survival into works of art. We all must eat, but eating can be elevated to great heights. Cooking, done with intention, skill, and devotion, can be an overt act of love and compassion. While cooking can be an art form, it is primarily a learned ... → read more
Tiffany Hagemeyer will be JCC’s Interim Early Childhood Director
Dear Shalom community, Our beloved Early Childhood Director of nine years, Kate Brantley, announced her resignation in mid-February. In late February, Kate, Tiffany Hagemeyer (Assistant Early Childhood Director), and I met with representatives from the JCC Association of North America to begin designing a new leadership and administrative structure for Shalom Children’s Center based on emerging best practices from across the country. We all know what happened in mid-March, and therefore our ... → read more
Eco-Weekend
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Film Streaming of Saul & Ruby’s Holocaust Survivor Band
Saul & Ruby's Holocaust Survivor Band will be made available FOR FREE to the first 75 people who register. All others will be able to view for a fee of $6. Registration deadline is April 21, so register today! The film will be available to view April 22-24. Please click here to register. Click here to learn more about the film. The streaming of this film is part of the 2020 Phyllis Freed Sollod Memorial Program. The film will only be available from April 22 - April ... → read more
The Wonderful Bob Deutsch!
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