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Epstein School Board Meeting
Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevas Shas 18 Patsy Lane, Jamesville, NY, United StatesFanny Mendelssohn: A Trailblazing Composer in the Shadow of Society
JCC of Syracuse 5655 Thompson Road, DeWitt, United StatesFanny Mendelssohn was a gifted pianist and composer whose brilliance often had to contend with the societal constraints of the 19th century. While her brother Felix Mendelssohn gained widespread acclaim for his innovative compositions, Fanny’s remarkable talents and contributions to classical music remained overshadowed by the norms of her time. German historian Anette Isaacs delves into the life and legacy of Fanny Mendelssohn, exploring her groundbreaking journey, her struggles for recognition, and the cultural and Jewish heritage of the Mendelssohn family that shaped their enduring impact on the world of music. This live lecture will be Zoomed into the JCC. Presented by Anette Isaacs, M.A.
Shabbat HaChodesh
Shabbat before Rosh Chodesh Nissan
Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Nisan
Molad Nisan: Sat; 46 minutes and 1 chalakim after 7:00
Rosh Chodesh Nisan
Start of month of Nisan on the Hebrew calendar
Coping with Parkinson’s Disease Symposium and Brunch
Menorah Park 4101 E. Genesee Street, Syracuse, NYPresented by Menorah Park, The Parkinson’s Foundation New York Chapter, & The Jewish Federation of Central New York This program is offered to the community at no charge thanks to a grant from the Philip L. Holstein Community Program Fund of the Jewish Federation of CNY PARKINSON’S 101: An Overview Nancy Nealon, Education & Outreach Director, Parkinson’s Foundation II. NEUROPALLIATIVE CARE FOR PWP AND CARE PARTNERS Jennifer Corcoran, MD, Senior Instructor, Department of Neurology, University of Rochester Medical Center Sandhya Seshadri, PhD, Assistant Professor - Department of Neurology, University of Rochester Medical Center III. MEDICAL MATTERS Renante Ignacio, MD, Medical Director, Menorah Park, Specialist in Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine and Hospice & Palliative Medicine. Register below or by calling the Jewish Federation at 315-445-0161.
Managing the Ups and Downs of Being a Caregiver Series
JCC of Syracuse 5655 Thompson Road, DeWitt, United StatesPeople are living longer and longer, which means more people are or will be in the place of taking care of a parent, spouse or other relative as they age. While caring for a loved one is often fulfilling, it can also be an overwhelming task that puts strain on the caretakers and creates a maze of family dynamics as everyone’s roles shift. But don’t worry, you’re not alone! Recognizing the ups and downs of caregiving, the JCC has put together a 5-week lecture series in which you will learn about resources you and your givee may be eligible for, how to handle the hard moments and the ways to find fulfillment in this role. Whether you have just begun your caregiving journey or are years in, you are invited to join us to the below presentations. Each presentation will be followed by an audience Q&A as well as time for attendees to ask one-on-one questions to the speakers and mingle with each other. Visit jccsyr.org/cp to see the full list of topics and speakers.
Talmud Study with Rabbi Emanuel
Temple Concord 450 Kimber Rd, Syracuse, NY, United StatesRabbi Emanuel will hold a four part series of Talmud study on the topic of Pesach.
Poetry Reading by Georgia A. Popoff at JCC
JCC of Syracuse 5655 Thompson Road, DeWitt, United StatesCelebrate National Poetry Month at the JCC as we welcome the Poet Laureate of Onondaga County, Georgia A. Popoff. Georgia will be reading from her latest collections of poems Living with Haints as well as other works.