SPIRIT: The Cost of Grandparenting

THE COST OF GRANDPARENTING IN THE 21st CENTURY TORAH WORLD Can Orthodox grandparents ever retire ? Does the Orthodox Jewish world have an sustainable economic system? Presented by: Stephen Savitsky Former President and Chairman of the Board, Orthodox Union CLICK HERE to register Partnering Synagogues: Anshei Chesed Congregation, Boynton Beach (FL) Beth David Synagogue, West […]

SPIRIT: “November 2020 will be a close one: Why Your Vote Matters”

  “November 2020 will be a close one: Why Your Vote Matters” The 2020 election will decide much more than the Presidency and Congress.  Most of the action impacting our lives is on a state and local level, and that’s where your vote really matters. Hear Mimi Baron Jankovits, Executive Director of Teach Florida, which […]

SPIRIT: Beyond the Aliyah Process: Building Your Life in Israel

Beyond the Aliyah Process: Building Your Life in Israel Healthcare Communities Building Your Life in Israel Miriam Naiman, Senior Aliyah Advisor Click here to register Partnering Synagogues: Anshei Chesed Congregation, Boynton Beach (FL) Beth David Synagogue, West Hartford (CT) Bialystoker Synagogue, New York (NY) B'nai Israel-Ohev Zedek, Philadelphia (PA) Congregation Agudath Sholom, Stamford (CT) Congregation […]

SPIRIT: COVID update with Rabbi Dr. Aaron Glatt

COVID update for SPIRIT Participants Rabbi Dr. Aaron Glatt, MD, FACP, FIDSA, FSHEA  is the Chairman of the Department of Medicine and Chief of Infectious Diseases and Hospital Epidemiologist of Mt. Sinai South Nassau and Associate Rabbi at Congregation Anshei Chesed  and the Assistant Rabbi of Young Israel of Woodmere. Register here:     Partnering […]

SPIRIT: Safety with Aging, Part II

Safety with Aging, Part II Driving Outdoor Safety for all seasons COVID issues Presented by Susan Methal, RN Corporate Director of Day Care Services Bainbridge Adult Health Center Click here to register   Partnering Synagogues: Anshei Chesed Congregation, Boynton Beach (FL) Anshei Emuna Congregation, Delray Beach (FL) Beth David Synagogue, West Hartford (CT) Bialystoker Synagogue, […]

SPIRIT: Jewish Law and Custom and the Courts of New York State

Jewish Law and Custom and the Courts of New York State How issues of Halachah may come to intersect with civil courts. The effect of civil court decisions on issues such as Who is a Jew?, Marriage and Divorce, Jewish Education, Kosher Food, and The Beth Din. Managing and minimizing the impact. Presented by: Isaac N. […]

SPIRIT: ALONE TOGETHER (again!) Preparing for the Chagim

ALONE TOGETHER (again!) - PREPARING FOR THE CHAGIM Jews are experienced in facing adversity.  The goal for this session is to learn to:  Acknowledge and accept feelings  Gain greater understanding of acceptance and  resilience  Review & learn  options on how we face adversity  Think  creatively  Smile and feel more ready for the Yamim Noraim Presented by:  Faye […]

SPIRIT: XI GONG — Part II

  Xi Gong: Improving Mental and Physical Health -- Part II What is Xi Gong? Xi Gong is a mind-body-spirit practice that improves one's mental and physical health. Xi Gong benefits include lowering blood pressure, improving balance, quality of sleep, pain relief, strengthening immune system, increasing bone density, and more.  Xi Gong also has been proven […]

SPIRIT: Nutrition for a Healthy Brain and Memory

NUTRITION FOR A HEALTHY BRAIN AND MEMORY Foods to protect the aging brain Food and supplements to boost memory Reducing risks for cognitive decline and dementia Presented by: Shmuel Shields, Ph.D., is a certified nutritionist with over 25 years of experience as an educator and clinician. Dr. Shields is a guest speaker in the Jewish community […]

SPIRIT: How Old Seforim Come Alive

"How Old Seforim Come Alive" Presented by: Eli Genauer Eli Genauer is a collector of antique Seforim living in Seattle, Washington. He has written and lectured extensively about his collection. His articles have appeared in Jewish Action, Hakirah, The Seforim Blog, The Lehrhaus and Tablet Magazine. A retired businessman, Eli presently serves as a trustee of […]