October 2021
JCC’s Virtual Annual Membership Meeting
Join the JCC for our annual membership meeting, where we will discuss this year's accomplishments, what we have to look forward to in the coming year, and will announce our Employee and Volunteer of the Year awards!
Find out more »Words to Action Workshop
The Jewish Community of Western North Carolina would like to offer you the opportunity to participate in WORDStoACTION, an interactive program designed to empower middle and high school students and their families to constructively and effectively address any form of anti-Semitism that they may encounter. The program is run by the ADL, a 100-year-old global organization founded to protect the Jewish people in their fight against hate and to secure justice for all. This 2-hour program will give students and…
Find out more »Still Traveling: Breathtaking Barcelona
On this Zoom trip to Spain, virtual trip leader James Sokol will take you to beautiful, vibrant, colorful Barcelona to meet and "tour" with professional local guide Marta, who will share her passion for and knowledge of different aspects of this exciting city. Click here for more details and tickets.
Find out more »Art & Artists: Masters of Madrid’s Prado
Take a Zoom trip with virtual trip leader James Sokol to learn about the Spanish masters of painting featured in Madrid's Prado! Virtually travel to Spain for a guided visit of important paintings from the 16th to 19th centuries. Learn to "read" a painting, see brushstrokes in detail, and hear curious anecdotes about some of Spain's favorite artists. Click here for more details and tickets.
Find out more »Still Traveling: Breathtaking Barcelona
On this Zoom trip to Spain, virtual trip leader James Sokol will take you to beautiful, vibrant, colorful Barcelona to meet and "tour" with professional local guide Marta, who will share her passion for and knowledge of different aspects of this exciting city. Click here for more details and tickets.
Find out more »Art & Artists: Masters of Madrid’s Prado
Take a Zoom trip with virtual trip leader James Sokol to learn about the Spanish masters of painting featured in Madrid's Prado! Virtually travel to Spain for a guided visit of important paintings from the 16th to 19th centuries. Learn to "read" a painting, see brushstrokes in detail, and hear curious anecdotes about some of Spain's favorite artists. Click here for more details and tickets.
Find out more »Anti-Semitism: A Bipartisan Problem that Demands a Nonpartisan Solution
Part 1: How Progressives Can Counter Anti-Semitism on the Left This two-part Zoom webinar series presented by the ADL and co-sponsored by the JCRC of Asheville features speakers who courageously and successfully countered anti-Semitism within their own political parties. Carly Pildis, Manilan Houle, and Alex Zeldin, influential progressive advocates and thought leaders, have all confronted antisemitism, anti-Zionism, and anti-Israel bias from their progressive allies. Join this discussion to learn how progressives can make a difference in pushing back against antisemitism…
Find out more »Still Traveling: Breathtaking Barcelona
On this Zoom trip to Spain, virtual trip leader James Sokol will take you to beautiful, vibrant, colorful Barcelona to meet and "tour" with professional local guide Marta, who will share her passion for and knowledge of different aspects of this exciting city. Click here for more details and tickets.
Find out more »Art & Artists: Masters of Madrid’s Prado
Take a Zoom trip with virtual trip leader James Sokol to learn about the Spanish masters of painting featured in Madrid's Prado! Virtually travel to Spain for a guided visit of important paintings from the 16th to 19th centuries. Learn to "read" a painting, see brushstrokes in detail, and hear curious anecdotes about some of Spain's favorite artists. Click here for more details and tickets.
Find out more »Still Traveling: Breathtaking Barcelona
On this Zoom trip to Spain, virtual trip leader James Sokol will take you to beautiful, vibrant, colorful Barcelona to meet and "tour" with professional local guide Marta, who will share her passion for and knowledge of different aspects of this exciting city. Click here for more details and tickets.
Find out more »Art & Artists: Masters of Madrid’s Prado
Take a Zoom trip with virtual trip leader James Sokol to learn about the Spanish masters of painting featured in Madrid's Prado! Virtually travel to Spain for a guided visit of important paintings from the 16th to 19th centuries. Learn to "read" a painting, see brushstrokes in detail, and hear curious anecdotes about some of Spain's favorite artists. Click here for more details and tickets.
Find out more »November 2021
Virtual J’s Holocaust Education Week
Protecting the facts and safeguarding the memory of the Holocaust is at the core of this year's program. Join the Virtual JCC November 1st for the launch of Holocaust Education Week 2021, in partnership with the Sarah and Chaim Neuberger Holocaust Education Centre, UJA of Greater Toronto, and Azrieli Foundation to dispel the myths and misinformation that fuel antisemitism and hatred. For more information, click here.
Find out more »Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom
We are Shabbat Sha-"zooming" our live virtual Welcome Shabbat! We especially invite elders and those in residential homes to join in for a joyous time as we light candles and sing our hearts out with Penny White. All family and friends are welcome to participate. To get the Zoom link, call the JCC at (828) 253-070 or email subject "Shazoom" here.
Find out more »ADL’s Never Is Now
ADL's upcoming Never Is Now summit will focus on coming together with a unified voice to counter antisemitism. This three-day series' featured guest speakers include actor Daniel Dae Kim and L'Oreal chairman Jean-Paul Agon. Click here for more information and registration.
Find out more »Anti-Semitism: A Bipartisan Problem that Demands a Nonpartisan Solution
Part 2: How Conservatives Can Counter Anti-Semitism on the Right This two-part Zoom webinar series presented by the ADL and co-sponsored by the JCRC of Asheville features speakers who courageously and successfully countered anti-Semitism within their own political parties. William Kristol, one of the defining conservative thinkers and writers of his generation, has a decades-long track record of facing down antisemitism from within his own party. Join us to hear about his experiences and learn how conservatives can effectively challenge…
Find out more »Terrific Tastings: A Helleva Halva
Join host James Sokol on a halva tasting with Katie Gurvin & Scott Hebel, founders of Hebel & Co, a family owned and operated company which produces premium, certified organic, handmade halva. Get 5 flavors of halva delivered to your door and experience your tasting with the halva group! Click here for more details and tickets.
Find out more »Still Traveling: Rockafeller’s Famous Theater
Rockefeller Center is synonymous with the holiday season in NYC. People of all faiths and from all over the world come to attend a show in the spectacular theater, home of the famous Rockettes. Join trip leader James Sokol, who will Zoom you to the heart of Manhattan to meet and "tour" with Tim Dolan to learn about this extraordinary theater and the Center’s holiday festivities. Click here for more information
Find out more »December 2021
Music & Morsels: Northern Lights–Classical Music from Scandinavia
Create a wine/cheese happy hour and take a front row seat at your computer for a live, classical piano concert, followed by Q&A with a musician. Pianist Ian Scarfe brings a program of classical favorites highlighting Northern Europe, including Romantic works by “the father of Norwegian classical music," Edvard Grieg. Click here for more information
Find out more »Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom
We are Shabbat Sha-"zooming" our live virtual Welcome Shabbat! We especially invite elders and those in residential homes to join in for a joyous time as we light candles and sing our hearts out with Penny White. All family and friends are welcome to participate. To get the Zoom link, call the JCC at (828) 253-0701 or email subject "Shazoom" here.
Find out more »Terrific Tastings: Grandma’s Swedish Cookies
Experience a collection of cookies delivered to your doorstep. Pour yourself a cup of coffee or tea and join culinary host James Sokol to meet charming Swedish baker Ulrika Pettersson for a discussion about her background, her business—Unna Bakery—and, of course, her cookies! Six varieties will be tasted, some including pairing suggestions. Click here for more details.
Find out more »Explore Asheville’s Jewish History
Did you know that Asheville’s downtown was home to 450 Jewish businesses between 1880-1990? Join Sharon Fahrer, Owner of History@Hand, for a walk through the history of Jewish Asheville, seeing how the Jewish community has contributed to the landscape of WNC. This event will include a pre-recorded video tour, followed by a live Q&A. For more info, click here.
Find out more »January 2022
Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom
We are Shabbat Sha-"zooming" our live virtual Welcome Shabbat! We especially invite elders and those in residential homes to join in for a joyous time as we light candles and sing our hearts out with Penny White. All family and friends are welcome to participate. To get the Zoom link, call the JCC at (828) 253-0701 or email subject "Shazoom" here.
Find out more »The Joyous Parent: “The Power of Play” Webinar
In this powerful and important workshop, we will redefine what learning can and should be by shifting our definition and opening up to a new paradigm of learning and growth. We will learn why play is so crucial— and why it should go beyond 5 years. See how a play-based approach can give you back your freedom, time, and energy, while increasing connection with your child. Gain practical resources and implementable systems and methods to help you shift into more…
Find out more »Exploring Opera: Compare & Contrast
Comparing and contrasting the same aria sung by different voices can be interesting, illuminating, and beautiful. Join James Sokol for this special mini-series filled with popular arias, fabulous singers, and gorgeous music—a great series for opera newcomers and long-time fans. Come for the songs, stay for the fun! For more details and tickets, click here.
Find out more »Songs & Stories: A Tribute to Jule Styne
Take a front row seat at your computer and join Paris-based jazz and cabaret entertainer Gilda Solve for her special program featuring songs by Jewish-English-American songwriter Jule Styne, best known as the composer of Broadway’s Gypsy, Funny Girl and more. Click here for more information.
Find out more »Exploring Opera: Compare & Contrast
Comparing and contrasting the same aria sung by different voices can be interesting, illuminating, and beautiful. Join James Sokol for this special mini-series filled with popular arias, fabulous singers, and gorgeous music—a great series for opera newcomers and long-time fans. Come for the songs, stay for the fun! For more details and tickets, click here.
Find out more »Exploring Opera: Compare & Contrast
Comparing and contrasting the same aria sung by different voices can be interesting, illuminating, and beautiful. Join James Sokol for this special mini-series filled with popular arias, fabulous singers, and gorgeous music—a great series for opera newcomers and long-time fans. Come for the songs, stay for the fun! For more details and tickets, click here.
Find out more »February 2022
Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom
We are Shabbat Sha-"zooming" our live virtual Welcome Shabbat! We especially invite elders and those in residential homes to join in for a joyous time as we light candles and sing our hearts out with Penny White. All family and friends are welcome to participate. To get the Zoom link, call the JCC at (828) 253-0701 or email subject "Shazoom" here.
Find out more »March 2022
Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom
We are Shabbat Sha-"zooming" our live virtual Welcome Shabbat! We especially invite elders and those in residential homes to join in for a joyous time as we light candles and sing our hearts out with Penny White. All family and friends are welcome to participate. To get the Zoom link, call the JCC at (828) 253-0701 or email subject "Shazoom" here.
Find out more »April 2022
Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom
We are Shabbat Sha-"zooming" our live virtual Welcome Shabbat! We especially invite elders and those in residential homes to join in for a joyous time as we light candles and sing our hearts out with Penny White. All family and friends are welcome to participate. To get the Zoom link, call the JCC at (828) 253-0701 or email subject "Shazoom" here.
Find out more »ADL Workshop: Understanding Hate & Extremism
Join an important discussion on understanding and responding to antisemitism and extremism led by Erica Biegen, Assistant Regional Director, ADL Washington, D.C. She will discuss the recent trends in extremism, white supremacy, and antisemitism. The program will include a presentation and an opportunity for Q&A. Click here to register
Find out more »May 2022
Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom
We are Shabbat Sha-"zooming" our live virtual Welcome Shabbat! We especially invite elders and those in residential homes to join in for a joyous time as we light candles and sing our hearts out with Penny White. All family and friends are welcome to participate. To get the Zoom link, call the JCC at (828) 253-0701 or email subject "Shazoom" here.
Find out more »June 2022
Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom
We are Shabbat Sha-"zooming" our live virtual Welcome Shabbat! We especially invite elders and those in residential homes to join in for a joyous time as we light candles and sing our hearts out with Penny White. All family and friends are welcome to participate. To get the Zoom link, call the JCC at (828) 253-0701 or email subject "Shazoom" here.
Find out more »July 2022
Welcome Shabbat Sha-Zoom
We are Shabbat Sha-"zooming" our live virtual Welcome Shabbat! We especially invite elders and those in residential homes to join in for a joyous time as we light candles and sing our hearts out with Penny White. All family and friends are welcome to participate. To get the Zoom link, call the JCC at (828) 253-0701 or email subject "Shazoom" here.
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