BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Orthodox Union - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Orthodox Union X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ou.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Orthodox Union REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20190310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20191103T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20200308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20201101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20210314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20211107T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200511T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200511T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200511T163440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T163637Z UID:49206-1589203800-1589205600@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Daily Dvar: 30 Minutes to Nourish Your Soul DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY THE KARASICK DEPARTMENT OF SYNAGOGUE & COMMUNITY SERVICES \nMrs. Lynn Kraft is the director of NILI: Chicago Institute of Women’s Learning and is a kallah teacher in the Chicago community. She teaches Tanach at Ida Crown Jewish Academy and serves as Tanach Department Chair and Israel Guidance Counselor. She earned her BA in Judaic Studies and Psychology from Stern College and her MA in Bible from Revel. She lives in Lincolnwood with her husband\, Rabbi Aaron Kraft\, and their five children. Today’s program will include a siyum of the sefer with the Torat Imecha program. \nWatch here URL:https://www.ou.org/event/daily-dvar-30-minutes-to-nourish-your-soul-prophets-completing-the-book-of-melachim-aleph/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200429T002015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T165558Z UID:48823-1588879800-1588885200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Anxiety Through the Lifespan DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Norman Blumenthal as he discusses ‘Anxiety through the Lifespan on Thursday\, May 7th at 7:30 PM EDT in conjunction with the OU’s Calm Amid Corona Mental Health Series and the Mental Health Symposium of the Montreal Jewish Community. \nClick here to watch live at  or by phone at 855-531-0118 \nDr. Norman Blumenthal is the education director of the Bella and Harry Wexner Kollel Elyon and Semikha Honors Program at RIETS at Yeshiva University. A licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice in Lawrence\, NY\, Dr. Blumenthal is Zachter Family Chair in Trauma and Crisis Counseling and Director of OHEL Miriam Center for Trauma\, Bereavement and Crisis Response. URL:https://www.ou.org/event/anxiety-through-the-lifespan/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200507T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200507T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200429T013741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T103027Z UID:48834-1588858200-1588860000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Daily Dvar - Emor and Sefiras HaOmer: A Travel Through Time DESCRIPTION:Join the OU’s Daily Dvar as they explore ‘Emor and Sefiras HaOmer: A Travel Through Time’ with Rabbi Daniel Rosenfelt. \nRabbi Rosenfelt leads the Fleetwood Synagogue in Southwestern Westchester. He also serves on the Junior High School Faculty of Yeshiva of Central Queens (YCQ). \nWatch URL:https://www.ou.org/event/daily-dvar-emor-and-sefiras-haomer-a-travel-through-time/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200430T165359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200913T092954Z UID:48913-1588798800-1588798800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:PARENTING PROGRAM: DESCRIPTION:-Boring is good\n-Be proactive\n-Simple ways to teach kids life skills\n-Using positive language\n-Using Emunah to parent better \nPresenter:\nADINA SOCLOF\, MS. CCC-SL Director of Parent Outreach for A+ Solutions\, facilitating “How to Talk so Kids will Listen and Listen so Kids will Talk” workshops as well as workshops based on “ Siblings without Rivalry.” Adina also runs ParentingSimply.com and is available for speaking engagements. You can reach her through www.parentingsimply.com \nFor any question\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig: steinigj@ou.org  \nClick here to register. \n  URL:https://www.ou.org/event/parenting-program/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200506T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200506T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200429T015606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T103027Z UID:48841-1588771800-1588773600@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Daily Dvar: Perek On A Pod -Chapter 1: History and Context DESCRIPTION:Join the OU’s Daily Dvar as they explore “Perek on a Pod – Chapter 1: History and Context” with Rabbi Gershon Albert. \nRabbi Albert is the senior Rabbi of Beth Jacob Congregation in Oakland. Originally from Montreal\, he received his rabbinical ordination from RIETS and is the regional vice president of the Rabbinical Council of America\, and halachic advisor to the Oakland Hebrew Day School. \nWatch URL:https://www.ou.org/event/daily-dvar-perek-on-a-pod-chapter-1-history-and-context/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200505T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200505T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200430T133024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T045405Z UID:48886-1588712400-1588716000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:ALONE TOGETHER PART III: Ascending the Marriage Mountain DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 5\,  9 pm (EDT) \nFOR YOUNG MARRIED COUPLES/FAMILIES:\nALONE TOGETHER PART III: ASCENDING THE MARRIAGE MOUNTAIN: Fortifying the base \nRabbi Dr. Jonathan Schwartz\, PsyD \nRav\, Congregation Adath Israel of the JEC\, Elizabeth/Hillside\, NJClinical Director\, Center for Anxiety Relief\, Union\, NJ \nThe session\, primarily geared toward young couples\, will focus on building a strong marital relationship by fortifying the base of the marriage as it pertains to relationships within and outside the marriage including: \n•  Tips for helping couples build a healthy relationship while living in an ever increasing social-media world. \n•  Techniques to help couples discuss and establish a game plan for building a bond in the world of so many virtual friends and how to handle the challenges that these friendships may bring to a marriage especially in the COVID-19 isolation. \n•  How couples can discuss and deal with relationships with friends or family together and the balance of loyalties within and between marriage \nClick here to Register \n  URL:https://www.ou.org/event/48886/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Judi Steinig":MAILTO:steinigj@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200505T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200505T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200503T022640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T045406Z UID:49010-1588707000-1588714200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Global Emtza Family Trivia Night DESCRIPTION:Family trivia night is a wonderful program to bring together middle schoolers and their parents for a fun-filled night at home. Everyone will be challenged with their knowledge of some great movies most are sure to know. Amazon gift cards will be distributed at the end of the program to our lucky winners. \nWatch URL:https://www.ou.org/event/global-emtza-family-trivia-night/ CATEGORIES:NCSY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200505T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200505T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200429T015104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T103027Z UID:48839-1588685400-1588687200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Daily Dvar: Av HaRachanim\, the Crusades and the Creation of Ashkenazic Identity DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Henry Abramson as he discusses ‘Av HaRachamim\, The Crusades\, and the Creation of Ashkenazic Identity’ as part of the daily dvar. \nDr. Henry Abramson – Av HaRachamim\, The Crusades\, and the Creation of Ashkenazic Identity\nDr. Abramson\, PhD\, serves as a dean of Touro College in Brooklyn\, NY. He is the author of many scholarly works and the Jewish History in Daf Yomi podcast on AllDaf.org. \nWatch URL:https://www.ou.org/event/daily-dvar-av-harachanim-the-crusades-and-the-creation-of-ashkenazic-identity/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200505T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200505T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200406T211245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T141329Z UID:8943-1588676400-1588680000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT PROGRAM: LET's GET MOVING WITH EXERCISE! DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\n  \nThe Orthodox Union is proud to present: \nTHE SPIRIT INITIATIVE:\nStimulating Program Initiative for Retirees That Inspires Thought \nTuesday\, May 5  11 am EDT\nSANDI LEV\, NASM\, CPT and CES (Certified Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist\nLET’S GET MOVING  WITH EXERCISE! \nClick here to register for zoom link \n \n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.ou.org/event/8943/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200504T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200504T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200429T002645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T165556Z UID:48827-1588622400-1588626000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Anger Management During Trying Times DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Dr. Mordechai Schiffman as he discusses ‘Anger Management During Trying Times’ on Monday\, May 4th at 8:00 PM EDT in conjunction with the OU’s Calm Amid Corona Mental Health Series. \nClick here to watch live. \nRabbi Dr. Mordechai Schiffman is an assistant professor of Jewish Education at YU’s Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education\, the assistant rabbi at Kingsway Jewish Center in Brooklyn\, NY\, and a licensed psychologist specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy for anxiety and anger. His weekly dvar torah\, which combines ideas from the parsha with concepts from the field of Psychology\, is published in The Jewish Press and on his website www.PsychedForTorah.com. URL:https://www.ou.org/event/anger-management-during-trying-times/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200504T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200504T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200429T014408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T103027Z UID:48837-1588599000-1588600800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Daily Dvar - Interpreting the Message: Reconciling Ruth and Shoftim DESCRIPTION:Join the OU’s Daily Dvar as they explore ‘Interpreting the Message: Reconciling Ruth and Shoftim’ with Rebbetzin Rebecca Belizon. This program is being held in conjunction with the Torat Imecha program. \nRebecca Belizon is the Rebbetzin of the YI of Fairlawn\, received her Masters in Jewish Education from Azrieli and has taught at Ateres Bais Yaakov in Monsey\, Nefesh Academy\, SKA and Shaalvim for Women. \nWatch URL:https://www.ou.org/event/daily-dvar-interpreting-the-message-reconciling-ruth-and-shoftim/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200503T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200503T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200503T022110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200503T022110Z UID:49008-1588510800-1588510800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Semichas Chaver International Siyum DESCRIPTION:Join the Semichas Chaver Program’s international siyum\, as 1\,500 participants are recognized for their accomplishments this zman. With special Divrei Chizuk from HaGaon Rav Herschel Schachter and HaGaon Rishon LeZion Rav Shlomo Amar. \nWatch URL:https://www.ou.org/event/semichas-chaver-international-siyum/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200430T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200430T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200424T005853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T103026Z UID:47910-1588276800-1588280400@www.ou.org SUMMARY:The Ideal Coronavirus Diet: Eating to Optimize Your Immune System and Maintain Overall Health During Prolonged Isolation and Home Confinement DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.ou.org/event/the-ideal-coronavirus-diet/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200430T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200430T143000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200426T115540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T045404Z UID:48724-1588253400-1588257000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Daily Dvar: Acharei Mot - Kedoshim: Spiritual Growth From Everyone and Everywhere DESCRIPTION:Join the OU’s Daily Dvar as they explore ‘Acharei Mot-Kedoshim: Spiritual Growth from Everyone and Everywhere’ with Rabbi Yonah Gross. \n \n \n\n Yonah Gross is the Rabbi of Congregation Beth Hamedrosh in Wynnewood\, PA. He also serves as kashrus administrator  of Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia (Keystone-K)  and is the founder of Mezuzah and More.\n\nWatch \nTopics for next week’s series in Daily Dvar include: URL:https://www.ou.org/event/daily-dvar-acharei-mot-kedoshim-spiritual-growth-from-everyone-and-everywhere/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200430T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200430T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200424T163102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T045405Z UID:48697-1588244400-1588248000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT Retirees: Thriving Despite Isolation\, An Older Adult's Perspective DESCRIPTION:THE SPIRIT PROGRAM WELCOMES RETIREES\, not-yet-RETIREES\, EMPTY NESTERS\, SENIORS\, and SANDWICH GENERATION MEN & WOMEN \nThriving Despite Isolation\, An Older Adult’s Perspective \n–Insightful Perspective\n–Developing Purposeful Days\n–Applying your strengths when Isolating \nPresented by Sarah Bersson\, LCSW\, Geriatric Social Worker \nPlease register prior to the event — click here\nFor all questions\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org \nPartnering Synagogues:\nAitz Chaim West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood\, PA\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL)\nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY)\nUnited Orthodox Synagogue Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY)\nYoung Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield\, MI (NY) \n(list in progress — to become a partner synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org) URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-retirees-thriving-despite-isolation-an-older-adults-perspective/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Judi Steinig":MAILTO:steinigj@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200429T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200429T143000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200426T114436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T103027Z UID:48722-1588167000-1588170600@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Daily Dvar: Introduction to Pirkei Avot - Exploring Ancient Wisdom Through Modern Eyes DESCRIPTION:Join the OU’s Daily Dvar as they explore ‘Pirkei Avot – Exploring Ancient Wisdom Through Modern Eyes’ with Rabbi Dovid Zirkind. \nRabbi Zirkind is the senior rabbi of the Riverdale Jewish Center.\nWatch \n\n  URL:https://www.ou.org/event/daily-dvar-introduction-to-pirkei-avot-exploring-ancient-wisdom-through-modern-eyes/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200429T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200429T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200429T024544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200429T024610Z UID:48843-1588158000-1588161600@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Rabbi J.J. Schacter and Chazzan Shim Craimer Israel in Story and Song DESCRIPTION:Tune in to the extraordinary and inspiring story of the modern State of Israel using the power of words and melodies. \nWatch URL:https://www.ou.org/event/rabbi-j-j-schacter-and-chazzan-shim-craimer-israel-in-story-and-song/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200428T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200428T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200428T204741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T204804Z UID:48804-1588102200-1588105800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:A Powerful Tribute to Yom Ha'Zikaron & Yom Ha'Atzmaut DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an online ceremony to memorialize Israel’s fallen soldiers and victims of terror and a celebration of Israel’s independence. \nThe program includes an introduction with Rabbi Moshe Hauer\, Incoming Executive Vice President of the OU; Miriam Peretz\, Israel Prize Recipient\, in conversation with Rabbi Avi Berman\, Executive Director of OU Israel; Lt. Col. Shai Abramson\, IDF Chief Cantor for recitation of the Kail Maleh\, Mi SheBerach and HaTikvah; never before seen footage of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik\, z”l\, on the miracles behind the creation of the State of Israel & Rabbi Moshe Taragin\, Ram at Yeshivat Har Etzion.v URL:https://www.ou.org/event/a-powerful-tribute-to-yom-hazikaron-yom-haatzmaut/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200428T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200428T143000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200426T113843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T103026Z UID:48718-1588080600-1588084200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Daily Dvar: Building a Space for Prayer DESCRIPTION:Join the OU’s Daily Dvar as they explore ‘Building a Space for Prayer’ with Rachel Kraus. \nRachel Kraus is a Marketing and Business Strategy Executive and most recently led the World Trade Center Retail Development. Rachel is also  the director of Community Education at Kehilath Jeshurun\, a Modern  Orthodox synagogue on the Upper East Side of New York.\nWatch URL:https://www.ou.org/event/daily-dvar-building-a-space-for-prayer/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200428T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200428T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200424T161310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T045405Z UID:8949-1588071600-1588075200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT Retirees: Ending Emotional Eating - Your 3 Step Plan DESCRIPTION:THE SPIRIT PROGRAM WELCOMES RETIREES\, not-yet-RETIREES\, EMPTY NESTERS\, SENIORS\, and SANDWICH GENERATION MEN & WOMEN \nEnding Emotional Eating: Your 3 Step Plan \nDiscover:\n– The real reason behind emotional eating (it has nothing to do with food)\n– What kind of emotional eater you are\, and the specific strategies that will work for you\n– The 3 steps to break free from emotional eating during the pandemic and beyond \nBONNIE R. GILLER\, MS\, RDN\, CDN\, CDE\, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist\, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor\, BRG Dietetics & Nutrition\, P.C. \nPlease register prior to the event — CLICK HERE \nFor all questions\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org \nPartnering Synagogues:\nAitz Chaim West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood\, PA\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL)\nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY)\nUnited Orthodox Synagogue Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY)\nYoung Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield\, MI (NY) \n(list in progress — to become a partner synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org) URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-retirees/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Judi Steinig":MAILTO:steinigj@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200427T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200427T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200426T181813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200426T181813Z UID:48729-1588021200-1588024800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Parent and Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:The parent & caregiver support group meets weekly and offers emotional support to those caring for an individual with disabilities. Lead by a clinical social worker\, attendees have the opportunity to connect with others who are facing similar challenges during this difficult time. URL:https://www.ou.org/event/parent-and-caregiver-support-group/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Yachad ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200427T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200427T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200423T184205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T103026Z UID:47900-1588017600-1588021200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Grief\, the Omer and Corona: Thoughts and Suggestions DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.ou.org/event/grief-the-omer-and-corona-thoughts-and-suggestions/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200427T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200427T143000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200426T113433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T103026Z UID:48716-1587994200-1587997800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Daily Dvar: Introduction to Melachim I DESCRIPTION:Join the OU’s Daily Dvar as they explore an Intro to Melachim I with Rabbanit Shani Taragin in conjunction with the Torah Imecha program. \nShani is the educational director of Matan Eshkolot – Tanach  Teachers’ Education Program\, and a highly sought-after lecturer  throughout Israel and North America.\nWatch URL:https://www.ou.org/event/daily-dvar-introduction-to-melachim-i/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200423T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200423T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200424T011207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T190335Z UID:47915-1587646800-1587648600@www.ou.org SUMMARY:The OU’s Daily Tehillim Call DESCRIPTION:Connect with Jews across the world for daily Tehillim and Inspiration\nCall 773.377.9170. \n Click here to learn more! URL:https://www.ou.org/event/the-ous-daily-tehillim-call/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://res.cloudinary.com/ouwp/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689522259/ouredesign/main/OU-Today-100x100px-community/OU-Today-100x100px-community.jpg?_i=AA ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Farkas":MAILTO:hannahf@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200423T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200423T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200419T151735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T045405Z UID:47757-1587639600-1587643200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Consolation and Compassion: Mourning Alone Together DESCRIPTION:(FOR RETIREES\, Not-yet-Retirees\, Seniors\, and SANDWICH GENERATION) \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to join the meeting. \nReva Judas\nDirector\, NechamaComfort \nRegister in advance for this meeting \nContact:  Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org with any questions \n  URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-programs-this-week/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ORGANIZER;CN="Judi Steinig":MAILTO:steinigj@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200412T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200412T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200406T200532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T141329Z UID:8936-1586725200-1586728800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Alone Together\, Part II DESCRIPTION:THE DEPARTMENT OF SYNAGOGUE & COMMUNITY SERVICES OF THE ORTHODOX UNION PRESENTS \n  \nALONE TOGETHER: PART II \nEMERGING FROM AND RETURNING TO THE CAVE: \nChol Hamoed & last days survival and renewal for young couples and families \n  \nThe session will provide practical tips and awareness for young couples during the current crisis: • To help young couples/young families reflect on the isolation of the first days of Pesach and build on the experience in a positive way • To identify what “worked” and what “could be worked on” to enhance the remainder of the Chag and the isolation • To work on constructive communication and shared experience as a means to move our relationships forward • To generate and offer some tips for Chol HaMoed and for the last days of the Chag in order to make these experiences fulfilling both personally and spiritually. \n  \nPresenter: RABBI JONATHAN SCHWARTZ\, PsyD \nRav\, Congregation Adath Israel of the JEC\, Elizabeth/Hillside\, NJ Clinical Director\, Center for Anxiety Relief\, Union\, NJ \n  \nSUNDAY EVENING\, APRIL 12\, 9:00 PM \n  \nRegister to receive ZOOM link: \nEmail questions to Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.ou.org/event/alone-together-part-ii/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200331T213559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T141328Z UID:8920-1585828800-1585832400@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Parenting Under Siege DESCRIPTION:LEARN THESE STRATEGIES: \nCommunication Techniques That Work\nUsing “We” Statements\nProviding a time frame\nPraising!\nMini- Meetings\nDealing with Sibling Rivalry \nPresenter:\nADINA SOCLOF\, MS. CCC-SL Director of Parent Outreach for A+ Solutions\, facilitating “How to Talk so Kids\nwill Listen and Listen so Kids will Talk” workshops as well as workshops based on “Siblings Without Rivalry.” Adina also runs ParentingSimply.com and is available for speaking engagements. You can reach her through www.parentingsimply.com \nZOOM ID:https://uojca.zoom.us/j/537774549 \nAny questions:  Contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/parenting-under-siege-simple-ways-to-engage-your-childs-cooperation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200401T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200401T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200331T222953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T222953Z UID:8928-1585774800-1585778400@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Shelter in Place? Which Place? DESCRIPTION:Shalom Task Force presents: \nShelter in Place:  Which Place? \nZoom:  756 059 954 \nConference line:  646-558-8656    ID:  756-059-954 \nPractice guidance on legal matters during COVID-19 \nCourt Changes \nCustody and Visitation \nImpact on Domestic Violence Survivors \n  \nDialogue between \nErin Bistricer\, Esq.  Senior Staff Attorney\, Sarah’s Voice\, Shalom Task Force \nRachel Marks\, Esq-Schonfeld & Goldring\, LLP\, Vice President\, Shalom Task Force \nIntroduction by \nAvital Levin\, LMSW\, Director of Education\, Shalom Task Force \nTo submit anonymous questions before and during the workshop\, email education@shalomtaskforce.org \n  \nSponsors: \nOrthodox Union\nAmudim United Task Force\, Sister-to-Sister\, Project SARAH\, My Extended Family\, Met Council\, ORA\, MASK\, Adai Ad\, Achieve Behavior Health \n  URL:https://www.ou.org/event/shelter-in-place-which-place/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200329T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200329T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200327T160936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T141328Z UID:8912-1585515600-1585519200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:ALONE TOGETHER: Growing Our Marriage through the COVID-19 Crisis DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, MARCH 29\, 9:00 PM\nZOOM:  https://uojca.zoom.us/j/757199971 \nPresenter: RABBI JONATHAN SCHWARTZ\, PsyD Rav\, Congregation Adath Israel of the JEC\,\nElizabeth/Hillside\, NJ Clinical Director\, Center for Anxiety Relief\, Union\, NJ \nThe session will provide practical tips and awareness for young couples during the current crisis: \n• Help recognizing self-stress\n• Helping spouses who are experiencing anxiety\n• Practical tips for spending a lot of time together – balancing the need to relate with the need for personal space\n• Practical suggestions for communication and understanding\n• Making pre-Pesach/Pesach stress survivable and thrive-able \nQUESTIONS?   Contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org \nPRESENTED BY THE ORTHODOX UNION DEPARTMENT OF SYNAGOGUE & COMMUNITY SERVICES URL:https://www.ou.org/event/8912/ CATEGORIES:NCSY Ben Zakkai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200227T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T151944 CREATED:20200227T095229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200227T095229Z UID:8907-1582790400-1582822800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Community Spotlight DESCRIPTION:Network with Community Reps \nParticipation Communities:\nCincinnati\, OH\nElkins Park\, PA\nFleetwood\, NY\nLouisville\, KY\nRichmond\, VA\nSpringfield\, NJ \nHear about:\n• HOUSING PRICES\n• SCHOOLS\n• LOCAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES\n• KOSHER SHOPPING\n• TAXES\n• OTHER AMENITIES \nNO CHARGE to attend \nAttendees will receive a FREE COPY of the 2019 Community Guide.\nRefreshments will be served. \n*of the 2019 OU Jewish Community Home & Job Relocation Fair. (Next Fair is April 25\, 2021) \n  URL:https://www.ou.org/event/community-spotlight/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR