BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.4.0.1//EN TZID:America/New_York X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1300@tign.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T140000 DTSTAMP:20250502T001414Z URL:https://www.tign.org/events/jewish-community-scholars-program-83/ SUMMARY:Jewish Community Scholars Program DESCRIPTION:The Jewish Community Scholars Program began in 2001 in Orange C ounty California to provide high level adult Jewish education. Technology has given CSP a global reach with partner synagogues in Israel\, Europe an d all of North America. As a partner synagogue\, Temple Israel members hav e access to CJP's vast array of live presentations from top notch scholars . CSP also has an extensive archive of past programs on You Tube.\n\nSunda y\, May 4th from 10:00-11:00 a.m. (PT) and 1:00-2:00 p.m. (ET) live on zoo m from San Francisco\n"Laundering Antisemitism: Ethnic Studies\, Identity Politics and the University" led by \;Dr. Marc Dolinger \;\nJoin u s for a thought-provoking online CSP event with Dr. Marc Dollinger\, as he shares insights from his forthcoming academic memoir exploring the comple xities of campus antisemitism across the political spectrum. Once labeled a “self-hating leftist Jew” at a conservative college and later critic ized as a “right-wing Zionist imperialist colonizer” at a progressive university\, Dr. Dollinger draws from personal experience to examine how a ntisemitism manifests in higher education today. Through the lens of ident ity politics\, ethnic studies\, and shifting campus climates\, this conver sation will unpack the challenges Jewish students and faculty face—and w hat it means to navigate academic spaces as a proudly Jewish and Zionist s cholar in a polarized world. \; \;CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.\n\n  \;\n\nMonday\, May 5 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. (PT) and 1:00 p.m. - 2:1 5 p.m. (ET) live on Zoom from NYC\n"Navigating the Spring 2025 NYC Art Sce ne" with Tobi Khan\nJoin renowned artist \;Tobi Kahn \;for an insp iring \;Spring 2025 virtual tour \;of some of New York City’s mo st dynamic gallery exhibitions. Ranked #1 in \;New York Magazine’s “Best Bets\,” Tobi’s tours offer a unique opportunity to explore wha t’s current and compelling in the art world. As we visit multiple galler ies\, participants will be introduced to new artists\, hear directly from curators and art historians\, and gain fresh insight into contemporary wor ks. Designed to sharpen your eye and deepen your appreciation\, this virtu al experience invites you to engage with art critically and meaningfully —from the comfort of your home. \;CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.\n\n \; \n\nTuesdays\, May 6th\, 13th\, 20th &\; 27th from 10:00-11:00 a.m. (PT ) and 1:00-2:00 p.m. (ET) live on zoom from London\, England\n"Creation\, Retaliation\, Choseness and Faith: Four Challenges to the Bible" led by Ra bbi Dr. Raphael Zarum\nJoin us for a compelling four-part series with Rabb i Dr. Rafi Zarum\, based on his recent award-winning book\, Questioning Be lief. In this thought-provoking series\, Rabbi Zarum tackles some of the m ost pressing and challenging questions at the intersection of tradition\, ethics\, and contemporary thought. Drawing deeply from classical Jewish so urces while engaging with modern sensibilities\, he offers surprising\, pr ovocative\, and energizing insights that speak to today’s Jewish experie nce. Over four sessions\, we’ll explore: what the Creation story teaches us if it’s not taken literally\; the ethical dilemmas raised by King Da vid’s actions and their relevance to modern warfare and shared responsib ility\; the complex and often misunderstood notion of the Jewish people as "chosen"\; and what belief means in a Jewish context—even for those who question or reject the idea of God. Whether you're a seeker\, a skeptic\, or a committed believer\, this series will invite you into a rich and hon est conversation about faith\, identity\, and meaning in the modern world.  \;CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.\n\n \;\n\nThursdays - May 8th\, 15th\, 22nd &\; 29th from 10:00-11:00 a.m. (PT) and 1:00-2:00 p.m. (ET) live o n zoom from Barcelona\, Spain\nThe Jewish Legacy of Bulgaria and Greece le d by Evgenia Kempinski\nJoin us for a captivating four-part series with Je wish heritage educator Evgenia Kempinski as we explore over two thousand y ears of Jewish history in Bulgaria and Greece—lands where Jewish communi ties have contributed richly to cultural and spiritual life for centuries. From ancient settlements to vibrant Sephardic centers\, this journey will trace a powerful legacy of resilience and creativity. On May 8\, we’ll uncover the deep historical roots of Jewish life in these regions\, from a ntiquity through the Ottoman era. On May 15\, we’ll explore traditions\, daily life\, and the unique Sephardic heritage that flourished there. On May 22\, we’ll turn to the 20th century to examine the rise of modern Je wish communities\, their cultural impact\, and the tragedy of the Holocaus t. Finally\, on May 29\, we’ll reflect on the post-war experience and th e state of Jewish life in Bulgaria and Greece today. Don’t miss this opp ortunity to engage with a rich\, lesser-known chapter of Jewish history an d identity. \; \;CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.\n\n \;\n\n"Exploring Jewish Cuba: History\, Heritage\, and Personal Encounters" featuring Dr Sh aron Keller &\; Rabbi Elie Spitz\nSunday\, May 11th from 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. (PT) and 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. (ET)\nJoin us for a special CSP online conversation with Dr. Sharon Keller and Rabbi Elie Spitz\, who recently re turned from a powerful weeklong visit to Cuba’s Jewish community. In a c ountry where time seems to have stood still—Cold War-era slogans still h ang alongside vintage American cars and crumbling colonial buildings—Jew ish life persists with resilience and hope. Participants in the recent Cub a trip met with community leaders\, visited synagogues in Havana\, and wit nessed firsthand how\, after decades of religious repression\, Cuban Jews are once again celebrating their heritage openly and joyfully. Alain Basto w\, the man who at age 24 (30 years ago) escaped Cuba in an inner tube wil l join the conversation to tell his personal story. With fewer than 1\,300 Jews remaining in a nation of 11 million—many of them elderly\, isolate d\, and struggling with severe shortages of food\, medicine\, and basic su pplies—they encountered stories of incredible perseverance\, dignity\, a nd community spirit. In this program\, we'll learn about the rich and ofte n overlooked history of Jewish life in Cuba\, garner insights into the cha llenges facing the community today\, and explore meaningful ways we can of fer support and solidarity. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connec t with a Jewish story that is both deeply rooted and urgently unfolding.&n bsp\; \;CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.\n\n \;\n\nSunday\, May 18 from 10: 00-11:00 a.m. (PT) and 1:00-2:00 p.m. (ET) live on zoom from Israel\n"The Religious Turn: Israeli Art and Judaism" led by Shirel Horovitz\nIn recent years\, the Israeli art scene has been buzzing with a renewed fascination for Jewish tradition\, spirituality\, and religion. But is this resurgenc e merely a passing trend\, or does it signal a deeper cultural and social transformation? As artists increasingly engage with religious themes—whe ther through reverence\, critique\, or reinvention—they are reshaping th e visual and conceptual language of contemporary Israeli art. To unravel t he intricate relationship between Jewish and Israeli identity\, we’ll st art with a historical backdrop before diving into the key artistic shifts of the past 15 years. Through this journey\, we’ll uncover the powerful stories these works tell about the evolving soul of Israeli society today.  \; \;CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tign.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ Jewish-Community-Scholars-Program-2024_25_hero-image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York X-LIC-LOCATION:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250309T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR