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Israeli Movie Night: Come Closer

| FRI, JAN 31, 2025

See the acclaimed 2024 Israeli film, Come Closer, winner of 4 Ophir Awards, Israel’s version of the Oscars, including Best Film! The drama follows Eden, who after her brother tragically…

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Purigefen: Purim Community Celebration

| FRI, JAN 31, 2025

Experience the joy of the holiday with activities, games, inflatables and music. Take part in in our costume contest, enjoy delicious hamantaschen, and celebrate like they do in Israel! In…

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An Evening with Olympian Peter Paltchik

| FRI, JAN 31, 2025

Peter, Israel’s most decorated judoka and a two-time Olympian (Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024), a symbol of resilience, determination, and leadership. Despite facing significant injuries leading up to the Paris…

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Shavuot Paint + Sip Workshop

| THU, DEC 26, 2024

Show off your creative side! Paint a vase to celebrate the holiday and display spring’s beautiful blooms, while sipping on wine and having fun with friends. All materials included. $35…

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Film Screening: Israel Swings for Gold

| SUN, NOV 10, 2024

In 2021, Israel’s baseball team competed in the Olympics for the first time. With no media allowed in Tokyo’s Olympic Village, players recorded their own experiences which you can see…

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Honor • Remember • Reflect

| FRI, SEP 27, 2024

Come together with hearts full of gratitude, reflection, and hope as we remember the lives lost, honor the inspirational heroes, pray for the remaining hostages, and recognize our community’s overwhelming…

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Beresheet (Genesis) Festival

| FRI, SEP 27, 2024

The Long Island Jewish community joins together for the first Beresheet (Genesis) Festival! Join us, along with over 20 congregations, as we come together to dance with the Torah in…

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An Evening with Liat Cohen Raviv

| TUE, SEP 17, 2024

Liat Cohen Raviv is from Metula, Israel, on the border of Lebanon, and in the past nine months, Liat has managed the evacuation of 2,500 residents from Metula, provided resilience…

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RCFI Talks

| MON, SEP 09, 2024

Meet and greet our new RCFI staff from Israel! Israeli snacks will be served.

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Author Talks: #Antisemitism – Coming of Age During the Resurgence of Hate by Samantha A. Vinokor-Meinrath

| MON, AUG 26, 2024

Join SJJCC, UJA-Federation of New York’s Rising Leaders, and Woodbury Jewish Center for a critical and timely program addressing the surge in antisemitism. Parents of children of all ages – Empower…

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