Raven DiSalvo-Hess

Join Dr. Erica Olson-Bang for a three-part series that will look at biblical women in conversation with each other, examining three pairs of women who appear together in the bible, whether as friends, allies, or rivals. Attendees will “listen in” on their conversations, as well as have their own conversations about these women and their relationships. Additionally, Erica and attendees will discuss how these women are depicted in the bible, how religious traditions and scholars have remembered them, and what we can learn from them as modern readers of the bible. Feel free to come for all three conversations, or just to the ones that spark your interest! Oct 12 - Sarah & Hagar Nov 9 - Deborah & Yael Nov 23 - Ruth & Naomi This three-part series is presented in partnership by Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Sha, the JCC of Syracuse and Temple Concord

Join the JCC and End Antisemitism now for the Second Annual Jewish Film Festival! Films and further details coming soon.

Are you a teacher, parent or someone else who frequently works with/interacts with children? If so, make sure to sign up for this Zentangle workshop specifically geared toward teaching children how to re-focus through this method of meditative doodling. By using structured repetitive patterns, Zentangle allows the brain and body to de-stress, while also making a piece of art -- it’s perfect for all age groups and all stages of life!

Join the JCC for a live streamed event from the 92nd Y by the YIVO Institute for Jewish Studies. A pair of ruby red slippers. A medieval manuscript. A Yiddish folk medicine prescription. These and 97 other objects comprise a new centennial coffee-table-book, 100 Objects from the Collections of the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research, which chronicles modern Jewish history through 100 objects from the YIVO Archives and Library. This gorgeously illustrated book highlights unique manuscripts, photographs, objects, and other ephemera with accompanying essays by 57 leading scholars. Join the book’s editor, YIVO’s Director of Collections Stefanie Halpern, YIVO Executive Director Jonathan Brent, and YIVO Senior Academic Advisor and Director of Exhibitions Eddy Portnoy for a discussion moderated by Rabbi David Ingber that highlights how this book traces YIVO’s role in documenting key moments in modern Jewish history and culture through its 100 years of collecting.

Join the JCC as they welcome Dr. Mary Jumbelic for a conversation with Director of Community Programming, Raven DiSalvo-Hess. They will discuss Mary’s two books, her relationship and history with writing, the authors that inspire her and more! This is bound to be an insightful and engaging conversation with a local author and community member.

  Join Dr. Erica Olson-Bang for a three-part series that will look at biblical women in conversation with each other, examining three pairs of women who appear together in the bible, whether as friends, allies, or rivals. Attendees will “listen in” on their conversations, as well as have their own conversations about these women and their relationships. Additionally, Erica and attendees will discuss how these women are depicted in the bible, how religious traditions and scholars have remembered them, and what we can learn from them as modern readers of the bible. Feel free to come for all three conversations, or just to the ones that spark your interest! Oct 12 - Sarah & Hagar Nov 9 - Deborah & Yael Nov 23 - Ruth & Naomi This three-part series is presented in partnership by Congregation Beth Sholom-Chevra Shas, the JCC of Syracuse and Temple Concord

Love a mystery? Then be sure to join us for the Mystery Book Club which explores classic who-dun-its, new thrillers and everything in between. This book club meets the first Wednesday of the month, 12:45 - 1:45 pm. September: A Death of No Importance, Mariah Fredericks October: Mistress of the Art of Death by Ariana Franklin November: A Study in Scarlet by Sir Author Conan Doyle December: Select Short Stories from Eight Very Bad Nights: A Collection of Hanukkah Noir

Join the JCC for even more Zentangle! Explore this method of destressing while making a beautiful piece of art. No artistic experience necessary. All ages welcome.

  Love a mystery? Then be sure to join us for the Mystery Book Club which explores classic who-dun-its, thrillers and everything in between. This book club meets the first Wednesday of the month, 12:45 - 1:45 pm. January: A Botanist’s Guide to Parties and Poisons, by Kate Khavari February: Sharp Objects, by Gillian Flynn March: Rebecca, by Daphne du Maurier April: The Midnight Feast, by Lucy Foley

Grab your needles or hook and come to the JCC for a day of knitting and crocheting scarves for the local unhoused population. Can’t join us for the whole event? Don’t worry! Feel free to drop in with an already started project or bring a scarf back once completed. This community event is hosted in collaboration with Temple Adath. The JCC will start taking donations December 14. Both the JCC and Temple Adath will be taking yarn donations for this event.