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Calling all fiddles, mandolins, banjos, guitars, stand-up basses, other compatible acoustic instruments and heartfelt vocals to celebrate our old-time bluegrass heritage! We play at the intermediate level. We are not beginners, nor are we advanced/professional musicians. Come out to play or listen! Contact Ed Fidelman at edfidelman@pobox.com for information.
JFS Elder Club for socialization, exercise and activity with your peers; fresh kosher lunches; respite time for family caregivers. Meets at JFS in Asheville, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 11am – 2pm. Contact JFS at (828)253-2900 or email anne@jfswnc.org for more information.
2020 Artist-in-Residence
Write the Story of your Life
Tu BiShvat Seder at CBI
Sunday, February 9, 6;00pm at Congregation Beth Israel, 229 Murdock Ave.
The Kabbalists created the seder of Tu Bishvat as a “tikkun” — a ritual of repair. By eating fruits and nuts with special mindfulness, we strive to repair our own spiritual brokenness and the brokenness of a world which is not yet as we and God most wish it to be.
A veggie/dairy potluck will follow the seder.
February 7, 2020, 12-1
Last week’s we discussed participants’ reactions to televised debates between Rabbi Wolpe and Christopher Hitchens and other atheists. It’s probably safe to say that no one came away from watching these videos thinking that either side made an airtight argument. We were particularly interested in the affect displayed by the debaters–Wolpe seeming to be overly affable and Hitchens seeming to be overly arrogant. We then went on to continue our discussion of Chapter 4 in Rabbi David Wolpe’s Why Faith Matters. Among the issues discussed were whether the truths of faith endured, unlike the truths of science that often changed; Wolpe’s assurance that God interacts with the world; and Wolpe’s belief that we are partners with God in an on-going process of creating ourselves.
This Friday, we’ll begin with a loose end from Chapter 4, Wolpe’s discomfort with philosopher Thomas Nagel’s saying, “I hope there is no God! I don’t want there to be a God; I don’t want there to be a universe like that” (p. 103). We’ll then begin discussion of Chapter 5, “What does Religion Really Teach?” It’s likely that we’ll only get to discuss the first half of this long chapter this week.
Our informal discussion group meets every Friday from 12-1 in the CBI Library. All are welcome to join us, regardless of their level of expertise or attendance at previous noon study group discussions. Why Faith Matters is available on a variety of internet outlets. If you have questions, please contact Jay Jacoby at jbjacoby@uncc.edu.
All are invited to join us for a family-friendly Friday night service at 6:00pm followed by a vegetarian/dairy potluck meal. Pizza (courtesy of Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian Restaurant) and ice cream are provided, please bring a salad or side dish.
Join us in welcoming Shabbat with prayer and song.
Watch Google’s Inspiring Video Review of How the World Was Celebrating Its Heroes More Than Ever
www.goodnewsnetwork.org
Underneath all of the 2019 search engine results for pop culture references, there was a massive increase in people paying attention to everyday heroes.
Small Business of the Year: Outdoor gearmaker attracts happy campers
businessnc.com
Air Force veteran Judy Gross’ passion for lengthy treks ignited a business that helps take a load off weary hikers.
Meet Our First Executive Director – Congregation Beth Israel
www.bethisraelnc.org
Family Matters Meet Our First Executive Director December 17, 2019Webmaster Dear CBI family- I am honored and humbled to have been asked to serve as our congregation’s first ever Executive Director …
QI host Sandi Toksvig speaks of family’s role saving Jews from Nazis in Denmark
jewishnews.timesofisrael.com
An important part of celebrating Passover is remembering our ancestors’ 40 years of wandering in the desert. In honor of this biblical journey, we encourage you to bring in your gently used shoes to be donated to those in need. Contact: artsandculture@jcc-asheville.org
Drop-off in the JCC Main Lobby and at the JCC Aquatics Center
Elder Club provides socialization, exercise, activities and peer friendship for older adults; fresh kosher lunches; respite time for family caregivers. Meets at Jewish Family Services each Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday11am – 2pm. Contact our JFS office at (828)253-2900 or email anne@jfswnc.org for more information. Now accepting new members! Transportation from Asheville & Hendersonville may be available.
JFS Elder Club for socialization, exercise and activity with your peers; fresh kosher lunches; respite time for family caregivers. Meets at JFS in Asheville, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 11am – 2pm. Contact JFS at (828)253-2900 or email anne@jfswnc.org for more information.
Every Friday in the Lobby, while supplies last
JCC members $5; community $6
Each Friday a challah from Geraldine’s Bakery will be waiting for you at the JCC. With the monthly payment plan, you don’t even need cash. Contact: Amalya Stone, 253-0701.
Brunch B’Yahad is now available through Zoom meeting here.
Join new and old friends for light brunch, socialization and lively discussion. Featured guest speakers, and relevant cultural and timely topics will fill our minds, while we fill our bellys. $5 for JCC members; $10 general community members. All are welcome. Register by the Wednesday prior by emailing rochelle@jcc-asheville.org. Late registrations/walkins are welcome for an additional $5 at the door (so RSVP!).
Teachers and students explore a child-friendly story of Passover and enjoy foods that are found on a traditional Seder plate. Contact: kate@jcc-asheville.org
2020 Artist-in-Residence
Write the Story of your Life
Tu BiShvat Seder at CBI
Sunday, February 9, 6;00pm at Congregation Beth Israel, 229 Murdock Ave.
The Kabbalists created the seder of Tu Bishvat as a “tikkun” — a ritual of repair. By eating fruits and nuts with special mindfulness, we strive to repair our own spiritual brokenness and the brokenness of a world which is not yet as we and God most wish it to be.
A veggie/dairy potluck will follow the seder.
February 7, 2020, 12-1
Last week’s we discussed participants’ reactions to televised debates between Rabbi Wolpe and Christopher Hitchens and other atheists. It’s probably safe to say that no one came away from watching these videos thinking that either side made an airtight argument. We were particularly interested in the affect displayed by the debaters–Wolpe seeming to be overly affable and Hitchens seeming to be overly arrogant. We then went on to continue our discussion of Chapter 4 in Rabbi David Wolpe’s Why Faith Matters. Among the issues discussed were whether the truths of faith endured, unlike the truths of science that often changed; Wolpe’s assurance that God interacts with the world; and Wolpe’s belief that we are partners with God in an on-going process of creating ourselves.
This Friday, we’ll begin with a loose end from Chapter 4, Wolpe’s discomfort with philosopher Thomas Nagel’s saying, “I hope there is no God! I don’t want there to be a God; I don’t want there to be a universe like that” (p. 103). We’ll then begin discussion of Chapter 5, “What does Religion Really Teach?” It’s likely that we’ll only get to discuss the first half of this long chapter this week.
Our informal discussion group meets every Friday from 12-1 in the CBI Library. All are welcome to join us, regardless of their level of expertise or attendance at previous noon study group discussions. Why Faith Matters is available on a variety of internet outlets. If you have questions, please contact Jay Jacoby at jbjacoby@uncc.edu.
All are invited to join us for a family-friendly Friday night service at 6:00pm followed by a vegetarian/dairy potluck meal. Pizza (courtesy of Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian Restaurant) and ice cream are provided, please bring a salad or side dish.
Join us in welcoming Shabbat with prayer and song.
Watch Google’s Inspiring Video Review of How the World Was Celebrating Its Heroes More Than Ever
www.goodnewsnetwork.org
Underneath all of the 2019 search engine results for pop culture references, there was a massive increase in people paying attention to everyday heroes.
Small Business of the Year: Outdoor gearmaker attracts happy campers
businessnc.com
Air Force veteran Judy Gross’ passion for lengthy treks ignited a business that helps take a load off weary hikers.
Meet Our First Executive Director – Congregation Beth Israel
www.bethisraelnc.org
Family Matters Meet Our First Executive Director December 17, 2019Webmaster Dear CBI family- I am honored and humbled to have been asked to serve as our congregation’s first ever Executive Director …
QI host Sandi Toksvig speaks of family’s role saving Jews from Nazis in Denmark
jewishnews.timesofisrael.com
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2020 Artist-in-Residence
Write the Story of your Life
Tu BiShvat Seder at CBI
Sunday, February 9, 6;00pm at Congregation Beth Israel, 229 Murdock Ave.
The Kabbalists created the seder of Tu Bishvat as a “tikkun” — a ritual of repair. By eating fruits and nuts with special mindfulness, we strive to repair our own spiritual brokenness and the brokenness of a world which is not yet as we and God most wish it to be.
A veggie/dairy potluck will follow the seder.
February 7, 2020, 12-1
Last week’s we discussed participants’ reactions to televised debates between Rabbi Wolpe and Christopher Hitchens and other atheists. It’s probably safe to say that no one came away from watching these videos thinking that either side made an airtight argument. We were particularly interested in the affect displayed by the debaters–Wolpe seeming to be overly affable and Hitchens seeming to be overly arrogant. We then went on to continue our discussion of Chapter 4 in Rabbi David Wolpe’s Why Faith Matters. Among the issues discussed were whether the truths of faith endured, unlike the truths of science that often changed; Wolpe’s assurance that God interacts with the world; and Wolpe’s belief that we are partners with God in an on-going process of creating ourselves.
This Friday, we’ll begin with a loose end from Chapter 4, Wolpe’s discomfort with philosopher Thomas Nagel’s saying, “I hope there is no God! I don’t want there to be a God; I don’t want there to be a universe like that” (p. 103). We’ll then begin discussion of Chapter 5, “What does Religion Really Teach?” It’s likely that we’ll only get to discuss the first half of this long chapter this week.
Our informal discussion group meets every Friday from 12-1 in the CBI Library. All are welcome to join us, regardless of their level of expertise or attendance at previous noon study group discussions. Why Faith Matters is available on a variety of internet outlets. If you have questions, please contact Jay Jacoby at jbjacoby@uncc.edu.
All are invited to join us for a family-friendly Friday night service at 6:00pm followed by a vegetarian/dairy potluck meal. Pizza (courtesy of Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian Restaurant) and ice cream are provided, please bring a salad or side dish.
Join us in welcoming Shabbat with prayer and song.
Watch Google’s Inspiring Video Review of How the World Was Celebrating Its Heroes More Than Ever
www.goodnewsnetwork.org
Underneath all of the 2019 search engine results for pop culture references, there was a massive increase in people paying attention to everyday heroes.
Small Business of the Year: Outdoor gearmaker attracts happy campers
businessnc.com
Air Force veteran Judy Gross’ passion for lengthy treks ignited a business that helps take a load off weary hikers.
Meet Our First Executive Director – Congregation Beth Israel
www.bethisraelnc.org
Family Matters Meet Our First Executive Director December 17, 2019Webmaster Dear CBI family- I am honored and humbled to have been asked to serve as our congregation’s first ever Executive Director …
QI host Sandi Toksvig speaks of family’s role saving Jews from Nazis in Denmark
jewishnews.timesofisrael.com
Partners are guaranteed and all playing levels are welcome. Earn master points in a fun-loving, no pressure game! Visit www.ncbridge.us or contact Jonathon Friedel at 828-484-1352 for information
Beginning April 6, learn to play Mahjong at the JCC in a six week class with Susan Leader. The class will meet from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and will cover the rules of the game and strategy. The class will run from April 6 – May 11 and is free for members and $25 for non members.
Contact tami@jcc-asheville.org for more information or to register.
Calling all fiddles, mandolins, banjos, guitars, stand-up basses, other compatible acoustic instruments and heartfelt vocals to celebrate our old-time bluegrass heritage! We play at the intermediate level. We are not beginners, nor are we advanced/professional musicians. Come out to play or listen! Contact Ed Fidelman at edfidelman@pobox.com for information.
Please join us for a pre-Passover Seder on Tuesday, April 7th at the JCC. Amalya Stone will lead us in a Seder that spans denominations, sects, and backgrounds, incorporating the traditional and the modern to foster a meaningful and inclusive experience. It is meant to be used to foster peace, love, justice, freedom, and humility.
Please bring a dish to share for the pre-Passover Seder meal.
RSVP: belle@jcc-asheville.org
JFS Elder Club for socialization, exercise and activity with your peers; fresh kosher lunches; respite time for family caregivers. Meets at JFS in Asheville, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 11am – 2pm. Contact JFS at (828)253-2900 or email anne@jfswnc.org for more information.
2020 Artist-in-Residence
Write the Story of your Life
Tu BiShvat Seder at CBI
Sunday, February 9, 6;00pm at Congregation Beth Israel, 229 Murdock Ave.
The Kabbalists created the seder of Tu Bishvat as a “tikkun” — a ritual of repair. By eating fruits and nuts with special mindfulness, we strive to repair our own spiritual brokenness and the brokenness of a world which is not yet as we and God most wish it to be.
A veggie/dairy potluck will follow the seder.
February 7, 2020, 12-1
Last week’s we discussed participants’ reactions to televised debates between Rabbi Wolpe and Christopher Hitchens and other atheists. It’s probably safe to say that no one came away from watching these videos thinking that either side made an airtight argument. We were particularly interested in the affect displayed by the debaters–Wolpe seeming to be overly affable and Hitchens seeming to be overly arrogant. We then went on to continue our discussion of Chapter 4 in Rabbi David Wolpe’s Why Faith Matters. Among the issues discussed were whether the truths of faith endured, unlike the truths of science that often changed; Wolpe’s assurance that God interacts with the world; and Wolpe’s belief that we are partners with God in an on-going process of creating ourselves.
This Friday, we’ll begin with a loose end from Chapter 4, Wolpe’s discomfort with philosopher Thomas Nagel’s saying, “I hope there is no God! I don’t want there to be a God; I don’t want there to be a universe like that” (p. 103). We’ll then begin discussion of Chapter 5, “What does Religion Really Teach?” It’s likely that we’ll only get to discuss the first half of this long chapter this week.
Our informal discussion group meets every Friday from 12-1 in the CBI Library. All are welcome to join us, regardless of their level of expertise or attendance at previous noon study group discussions. Why Faith Matters is available on a variety of internet outlets. If you have questions, please contact Jay Jacoby at jbjacoby@uncc.edu.
All are invited to join us for a family-friendly Friday night service at 6:00pm followed by a vegetarian/dairy potluck meal. Pizza (courtesy of Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian Restaurant) and ice cream are provided, please bring a salad or side dish.
Join us in welcoming Shabbat with prayer and song.
Watch Google’s Inspiring Video Review of How the World Was Celebrating Its Heroes More Than Ever
www.goodnewsnetwork.org
Underneath all of the 2019 search engine results for pop culture references, there was a massive increase in people paying attention to everyday heroes.
Small Business of the Year: Outdoor gearmaker attracts happy campers
businessnc.com
Air Force veteran Judy Gross’ passion for lengthy treks ignited a business that helps take a load off weary hikers.
Meet Our First Executive Director – Congregation Beth Israel
www.bethisraelnc.org
Family Matters Meet Our First Executive Director December 17, 2019Webmaster Dear CBI family- I am honored and humbled to have been asked to serve as our congregation’s first ever Executive Director …
QI host Sandi Toksvig speaks of family’s role saving Jews from Nazis in Denmark
jewishnews.timesofisrael.com