Vanished but Not Forgotten: The Legacy of Cayuga County’s Jewish Community
Carriage House Theater 203 Genesee Street (rear), Auburn
$10
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Sunday, April 27, 2025
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April 27, 2025 -Vanished but Not Forgotten: The Legacy of Cayuga County’s Jewish Community
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April 27, 2025 -Managing the Ups and Downs of Being a Caregiver Series
Vanished but Not Forgotten: The Legacy of Cayuga County’s Jewish Community
This talk explores the history of Jewish life in Auburn and Cayuga County, tracing the story of Congregation B’nai Israel from its beginnings in the late 19th century to its closure in 2013. Drawing on archival research, personal narratives, and community records, This conversation will highlight the contributions of Jewish residents to Auburn’s civic, cultural, and economic life, including key figures such as George Michaels, a former member of New York State Assembly, and Maurice Schwartz, a former mayor of Auburn. We’ll also examine the challenges faced by small Jewish communities in upstate New York, the role of interfaith collaboration, and how B’nai Israel’s legacy continues through charitable initiatives, Holocaust remembrance efforts, and local historical preservation. This presentation invites reflection on the broader story of small-town Jewish life in America and the enduring impact of communities that may no longer exist physically but remain vital parts of our shared history. Austin Reid is a writer and historian whose work focuses on documenting hidden Jewish histories and legacies, with a particular interest in small-town Jewish communities in the United States and beyond. His research has been featured in The Cleveland Plain Dealer, Jewish Telegraphic Agency and Post-Standard, and he has presented […]
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Managing the Ups and Downs of Being a Caregiver Series
People 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.
Monday, April 28, 2025
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April 28, 2025 -Next Gen CNY | Trivia @ PressRoom Pub
Next Gen CNY | Trivia @ PressRoom Pub
Join Next Gen CNY for a night of trivia at PressRoom Pub! Bring yourself, a friend or a colleague!
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
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Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Thursday, May 1, 2025
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May 1, 2025 -Yom haAtzmaut Community Celebration
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May 1, 2025 -Yom HaAtzmaut
Yom HaAtzmaut
Celebrate Yom Haatzmaut THERE IS NO CHARGE BUT RESERVATIONS ARE A MUST—no later that Noon on 5/1. Yom HaZikaron Service at 5:30 pm, followed by Yom HaAtzmaut celebration. Questions? Email RSVP@jewishfederationcny.org or call 315-445-0161.Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Central New York, the Pomeranz Shankman Martin Foundation Inc., Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas, Shaarei Torah Orthodox Congregation of Syracuse, Temple Adath Yeshurun, Temple Concord, the Sam Pomeranz Jewish Community Center of Syracuse and End Antisemitism Now.Register
Friday, May 2, 2025
Saturday, May 3, 2025
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