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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220603T141502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T141721Z UID:63406-1655809200-1655812800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT: Prevention and Treatment of Shingles/Herpes Zoster Infection DESCRIPTION:Prevention and Treatment of Shingles/Herpes Zoster Infection \nParticipants will learn\nBackground virology\nShingles– epidemiology\, clinical presentation\, complications\, diagnosis\, treatment\, and prevention. \nPresented by Dr. Glenn S. Turett\, MD \nDr. Turett went to medical school at The Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in NY. He did his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Mt Sinai Hospital\, as well as a year as a chief medical resident at their affiliate\, City Hospital Center at Elmhurst. He then went for fellowship training in Infectious Diseases at the joint Albert Einstein/Montefiore Medical Center program. Since then he has worked as a hospital-based attending physician in Infectious Diseases at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital\, St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center – where he was also the ID fellowship program director\, Mt. Sinai Hospital\, and currently at NY Hospital Queens. Within Infectious Diseases\, Dr. Turett’s areas of particular interest include:  HIV infection\, nosocomial infections\, tuberculosis\, and infections caused by Strep pneumonia. \nClick here to register \n________________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-prevention-and-treatment-of-shingles-herpes-zoster-infection/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220531T164803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T164840Z UID:63153-1655204400-1655208000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT: How Can We Make Our Tefillah More Meaningful and Relevant? DESCRIPTION:Learn about: \n\nWhat is the power of Tefillah?\nHow can I connect?\nTools for effective and meaningful Tefillah\n\nPresented by: Mrs. Tamar Nusbaum\, Curriculum Developer\, Founder and Director of Ani Tefillah \nTamar Nusbaum has been teaching all grade levels for the past thirty years and specializes in structuring scope\, sequences and strategies to utilize classroom time to maximize student learning opportunities. She possesses both the technical know-how for curriculum development as well as the critical skills for classroom integration. Her pedagogic approach ensures that each individual child and the class as a whole are engaged in a process of learning and growth \nREGISTER FOR THE PROGRAM HERE \n_____._____________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/how-can-we-make-our-tefillah-more-meaningful-and-relevant/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220525T131020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T132638Z UID:63354-1653994800-1653998400@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT: Actively Engaging Women at the Orthodox Union - from Women's Branch to the Women's Initiative DESCRIPTION:Actively Engaging Women at the Orthodox Union – from Women’s Branch to the Women’s Initiative \nJoin us for a fascinating dialogue with Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman and Mrs. Nancy Klein \n  \nRebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman is a dynamic community leader and teacher for more than two decades in New York\, Alabama\, and Pennsylvania. She received a doctorate in Educational Psychology from the Graduate Center of the City University of New York.  Dr. Shmidman serves as the founding director of OU Women’s Initiative as well as the rebbetzin of the Lower Merion Synagogue of Bala Cynwyd\, PA. She and her husband are the proud parents of four sons. \n  \nMrs. Nancy Klein served as president of the Women’s Branch of the Orthodox Union and later as  Administrator\, writing programming for its Sisterhoods.  She is the daughter of Elizbeth Klein Isaacs\, Dean of Students at Stern in its early years\, and Moses L. Isaacs\, who was the Dean of Yeshiva College for many years. Mrs. Klein is a graduate of Barnard College and has been a “professional volunteer” for most of her life.  She and her husband\,  Sidney a”h\, have three sons\, and a daughter\, 19 grandchildren\, and\, at last count\, more than 60 great-grandchildren. She is the author of several family biographies and her own autobiography. \nClick here to register \n______________________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-actively-engaging-women-at-the-orthodox-union-from-womens-branch-to-the-womens-initiative/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220502T164523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T172529Z UID:63218-1653390000-1653397200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT: STONES WITH SOUL: THE STORY OF THE MIRACULOUS RETURN TO THE JEWISH QUARTER" DESCRIPTION:  \n \nSTONES WITH SOUL: THE STORY OF THE MIRACULOUS RETURN TO THE JEWISH QUARTER \nJoin Rabbi Sam Shor of OU Israel for a virtual tour of Jerusalem’s Old City.\n\nRabbi Shor is the Program Director of the Seymour J. Abrams Orthodox Union Jerusalem World Center\, where he oversees a vast network of educational initiatives for the Anglo community.\nFor the past two decades\, Rabbi Shor has gained acclaim for his inspirational teaching\, his work in adult education\, and as a mentor for young rabbis across the globe. His weekly column of inspirational Jewish wisdom-Simchat Shmuel appears as a regular feature of OU Israel’s popular Torah Tidbits publication with a readership of more than 30\,000 people each week.Rabbi Shor lives with his family in Yerushalayim where he is a popular Torah teacher for the English speaking community.\n\n\nThis program will be pre-recorded and a link will be available and sent to all registrants by Tuesday\, May 24.\nThere will be no live SPIRIT program on May 24.\n\nPlease register below to receive the recording.\n\n\n\n \n \n SPIRIT: STONES WITH SOUL\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n City\, State\, Country* \n \n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-stones-with-soul-the-story-of-the-miraculous-return-to-the-jewish-quarter/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220510T160516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T122244Z UID:63268-1652785200-1652788800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT: "Shemitah for the Masses" DESCRIPTION:“Shemitah for the Masses” \nAn explanatory look at shemitah observance in Israel for the consumer \nA PRE-RECORDED PROGRAM presented by \nRabbi Ezra Friedman \nDirector\, The Gustave & Carol Jacobs Center for Kashrut Education\, Rabbinic Field Representative OU Israel\, OU Kashrut \nThis is a Harry S. Beren ASK OU Outreach Program of OUKosher  \nRegister below to receive the recording which will be sent prior to May 17 — 11 am EDT \n\n__________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-a-consumers-guide-to-shemita/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220502T122100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T122915Z UID:63212-1652180400-1652184000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT: MAKING A DIFFERENCE ON THE STAGE OF LIFE DESCRIPTION:MAKING A DIFFERENCE ON THE STAGE OF LIFE:  We will  journey with Sharon Katz through three tumultuous decades of activism\, theater and Israeli life.\n\n\nPresenter: Sharon Katz\, co-founder of the Women’s Performance Community of Jerusalem \nIntroduction by Karen Americus\, Klitah and Chesed Program Coordinator at OU Israel\nThis session is coordinated in conjunction with OU Israel — the SPIRIT program is very honored and appreciative for their assistance in coordination.\nAbout Sharon Katz: \n\nSharon Katz has spent the last 30 years in Israel empowering others to make a difference in the lives of their families\, their communities and their nation. Together with her friends\, Sharon helped lead a battle for the hills of Efrat\, struggled to keep Kever Rachel in Israel’s hands\, edited a publication about what’s right with Israel\, founded three women’s theater companies in Gush Etzion\, co-founded a women’s performance company in Jerusalem\, co-authored six hit Biblical and historical musicals\, and produced and performed on stage in more than 20 productions. Her real loves are her family and tap dancing.\n\nClick here to register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n_____._____________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-making-a-difference-on-the-stage-of-life/ ORGANIZER;CN="Judi Steinig":MAILTO:steinigj@ou.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220421T173312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T160831Z UID:62894-1651575600-1651579200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Elder Fraud Scams: Awareness and Avoidance DESCRIPTION:Elder Fraud Scams: Awareness and Avoidance \nThe law enforcement community has seen a steady increase in both the number of scams targeting seniors\, as well as the loss amounts to victims. Education and awareness are vital tools in helping seniors avoid becoming victims. Our presentation is designed to give current information on common scams happening in the community and how to recognize them before becoming a victim. It will include: \n\nCurrent scams and variations\nKey elements to a successful scam\nRed flags and warning signs\nHow to avoid becoming a victim\nWhat to do if you believe you may be a victim\n\n\nPresented by: Christine Burke\, Assistant District Attorney\, Section Chief of the Elder Fraud Unit\, Queens District Attorney’s office \nChristine Burke is the Section Chief of the Elder Fraud Unit\, within the Frauds Bureau. She has been a prosecutor for 28 years\, all but 8 of them have been served in the Queens District Attorney’s Office.  Christine investigates and prosecute individuals who target older adults as victims of crimes\, predominantly crimes perpetrated in the form of scams and/or frauds. \nChristine Burke is a member of the Queens Enhanced Multi-Disciplinary Team of the NYC Elder Abuse Center of Weill-Cornell Medicine\, wherein a group of professionals from various areas of expertise come together twice per month to discuss complex situations involving abuse and exploitation of older adults. \nREGISTER FOR THE PROGRAM HERE \n__________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-elder-fraud-scams-awareness-and-avoidance/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220405T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220405T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220329T143732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T143732Z UID:62892-1649156400-1649160000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT: Gratifying Communication DESCRIPTION:With Pesach approaching\, we will look at ways to increase our Gratifying Communication. In the talk\, we will examine: \n\n\nHow to identify the goals of any communication.\nHow to communicate so we are understood and heard.\nHow to hear and listen effectively with the ultimate goal of a low stressed Pesach\, filled with kindness and caring of ourselves and others.\n\nPresented by: Faye Wilbur\, LCSW-R\, Director of  Community Relations \, Mishkon\, The Jewish Board \n\nREGISTER FOR THE PROGRAM HERE \n__________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-gratifying-communication/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220329T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220329T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220314T144154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T182141Z UID:62890-1648551600-1648555200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT: Yours Eyes as You Age DESCRIPTION:Common Age-Related Eye Disorders – Eyes are the most important organ of human perception\, and 80% of knowledge and memory in the brain are acquired through eyes. As we get older\, our risk of certain eye conditions increases. Come learn about the definition\, diagnosis\, symptoms\, and treatment for age-related macular degeneration\, cataracts\, and glaucoma from Dr. Siri Shetty\, Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medical College practicing in NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Eye Center in Fresh Meadows . This program is in partnership with the NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Community Health Initiatives (CHI). All are welcome! \nPresented by: Sirikishan Shetty\, MD\, Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology\, Weill Cornell Medical College\, New York Presbyterian Queens Eye Center \nDr. Sirikishan Shetty is a board certified ophthalmologist practicing at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Eye Center located in Fresh Meadows\, NY. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia Augusta University and completed his residency in ophthalmology at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. He then completed a fellowship in cornea and external ocular diseases at Weill Cornell Medical College.  Dr. Shetty is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has been part of the NewYork-Presbyterian Queens staff since 2016. \nREGISTER FOR THE PROGRAM HERE \n__________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-yours-eyes-as-you-age/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220310T163846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T120616Z UID:62888-1647946800-1647950400@www.ou.org SUMMARY:How to Communicate with People who Have a Hearing Loss – Without Feeling Awkward DESCRIPTION:The program will feature:  \n\n10 tips for helping to understand and make yourself understood to someone with a hearing loss\nResources for people with hearing loss  (captioning\, CART services\, voice to text apps)\n\nPresented by: Yael Zelinger\, Disability and Inclusion Associate\, Coordinator of JADE: Jewish Advocates for Deaf Education\, Education Associate\, and Martha Goodman. \nAbout Yael:\nYael earned her  Master of Arts in Deaf Education/Special Education from McDaniel College. She has worked at the Macks Center for Jewish Education in Baltimore since 1999\, advocating for people with special needs and specifically people with hearing loss. She proudly manages the CJE’s Access Grant that helps pay for interpreters and captions for Jewish community events and videos. She also runs regular ASL Meet Ups for people who sign\, to get together and shmooze around a Jewish theme\, teaches American Sign Language in Bais Yakov HS\, and advocates and educates the Jewish community on how to accommodate people with hearing loss through workshops like this. \nAbout Martha: \nMartha has been with Baltimore’s Center for Jewish Education since 2005\, working with over 150 families each year\, as they navigate the special education system. In addition\, she helped to build the Baltimore Jewish Abilities Alliance database\, and can connect patrons to hundreds of resources\, as needed. She has developed expertise in captioning\, making CJE programming more accessible. Martha is a member of the Special Education State Advisory Committee.  She and he daughter Meira have been spokespeople for Maryland Relay\, which enables people who are deaf or hard of hearing to communicate with a person who can hear in a manner that is “functionally equivalent” to the ability of an individual without a disability to communicate by telephone. \nREGISTER FOR THE PROGRAM HERE \n__________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/how-to-communicate-with-people-who-have-a-hearing-loss-without-feeling-awkward/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220302T145628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T150013Z UID:62771-1646737200-1646740800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:SPIRIT: Generational Generosity: How to instill the love of tzedakah to your offspring DESCRIPTION:Learn about how: \n\nTzedakah starts in the home: Modeling tzedakah is the only way to instill the value in your children\nTzedakah should be a personal experience: The importance of letting your children make their own charitable decisions \nHilchot tzedakah: Tzedakah is not about the receiver\, it’s about the giver. How to make your tzedakah transform you\nYou can be a philanthropist at any age and any dollar amount: teaching the next generation that any dollar amount\, given intentionally\, turns them into a philanthropist \nMyTzedakah’s gifting feature: how to set up your children and grandchildren to be tzedakah givers in 1 easy step.\n\n\nPresented by: Carly Rothenberg Friedman\, founder of MyTzedakah.com \nCarly Rothenberg Friedman was born in New York\, attended Queens College where she graduated with a double major in English Literature and Psychology\, Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. Carly has always been driven by a deep desire to right the wrongs of the world\, constantly seeking for and yearning for tzedek\, justice. This drive led her to dedicate her life to the Jewish community through nonprofit work. She has been able to combine her love for Jewish nonprofits and her entrepreneurial spirit in the creation of MyTzedakah.com\, a tech platform dedicated to bridging the gap between next generation philanthropists and worthy Jewish charities all over the world. Carly lives in Jerusalem with her husband\, Marc and daughters\, Noa and Amalya. \nAbout MyTzedakah:\nMyTzedakah is empowering the next generation of Jewish philanthropists to give tzedakah in the most impactful and meaningful way possible. As the only Jewish nonprofit using a sophisticated tech platform\, we are creating the marketplace for donors and global Jewish charities to meet in a way that’s personal and intentional. We aggregate and automate charitable giving\, meeting  the unique giving needs of a new generation of donors. \nREGISTER FOR THE PROGRAM HERE \n__________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/spirit-generational-generosity-how-to-instill-the-love-of-tzedakah-to-your-offspring/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220304T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220302T200008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T200008Z UID:62877-1646413200-1646506800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Rabbi Moshe Hauer at KJ Spring Shabbaton DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.ou.org/event/rabbi-moshe-hauer-at-kj-spring-shabbaton/ LOCATION:Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, 125 E. 85th St\, New York\, NY\, 10028\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220222T174712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T144531Z UID:62763-1646132400-1646136000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Home in Israel with Capitil Real Estate and Partners\, Part II DESCRIPTION:Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Home in Israel\nwith Capitil Real Estate and Partners\, Part II \nYou’ll get: \n\nExpert advice on the role of the real estate agent\, real estate lawyer and mortgage broker\nHear from buyers on their experience through the process\nHear from people living in Jerusalem\, Modiin and Netanya about their day to day lives in Israel\nAre you a holiday home owner? Why choose Israel and not Florida?\n\nPresented by: Ben Levene\, Capitil Real Estate and Partners and Jane Olman\, Real Estate Attorney  \nBen Levene has been an Israeli realtor for 11 years. He co-founded Capitil real estate and manages a sales team with a strong desire to help people purchase or sell property in Jerusalem in a market and system\, which is very different to what most anglos are used to. Ben has run over 50 community events across America\, Australia and the UK bringing together experts to help people buy or understand the process of buying in Israel. \nJane Olman is an attorney with 20 years’ experience\, specializing in Israeli real estate and wills and inheritances with an emphasis on assisting English-speaking clients throughout Israel and abroad navigate the Israeli system. Jane frequently lectures on buying and selling property in Israel. \nClick here to register for the program \n___________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hempstead (NY) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/everything-you-need-to-know-about-buying-a-home-in-israel-with-capitil-real-estate-and-partners-part-ii/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220203T152315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T152348Z UID:62637-1645527600-1645531200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:The Learning Revolution: How the Digital Age is Transforming Access to Torah and Torah-Adjacent Study   DESCRIPTION:You will learn: \n\nHow the medium or learning has come full circle: from Oral Torah to learning via Podcast\nHow the Digital Age is radically expanding the audience for Torah Study\nChallenges of online study\nFinding balance between traditional and innovative modalities of study\nFinding an online learning community\nDaf Yomi and other yomi programs\n\n\nPresented by: Rabbi Moshe Schwed\, Director of AllDaf; Dr. Henry Abramson\, Content Creator\, Jewish History in Daf Yomi\n \nClick here to register for the program \n______________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/the-learning-revolution-how-the-digital-age-is-transforming-access-to-torah-and-torah-adjacent-study/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220120T212626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T145343Z UID:62531-1643713200-1643716800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Ad D’lo Yada (Until one doesn’t know. . .) We Do Know. . . DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion of INSIGHTS ABOUT ALCOHOL USE THROUGH THE GENERATIONS. \nPresented by: Ruchama Bistritzky-Clapman\, Founder/Executive Director\, MASK (Mothers & Fathers Aligned Saving Kids) and Rabbi Dr. Benzion Twerski\, MASK Group Facilitator\, Psychologist in Private Practice \nCLICK HERE to register for the program. \n \n______________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/ad-dlo-yada-a-discussion-of-insights-about-alcohol-use-through-the-generations/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220118T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220118T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220110T165612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T165923Z UID:62467-1642503600-1642507200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Soviet Jewry: Lessons Learnt through a Retrospective Lens DESCRIPTION:This presentation will cover: \n\nA retrospective look  at Refusenik Life in the former Soviet Union.\nAn encounter with the KGB following the Soviet downing of a Korean passenger airplane that strayed into Soviet airspace.\nSoviet Jewry—destination America? A personal dilemma.\nAn absorption center for Soviet Jews in Erfurt Germany.\nThe publishing of the Diary of Anne Frank in Lithuania.\nAdvocacy lessons learned and how we can apply to worldwide Jewish concern.\n\nPresented by: Jacques Lurie\, Executive and Education Director of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim  \nJacques Lurie currently works as the Executive Director at Congregations of Shaare Shamayim in Philadelphia. Jacques has a Master’s degree in Computer Science and owned and operated a computer consulting business before following his ongoing passion stemming from his volunteer work  to serve the Jewish Community.  His passion eventually enticed him to a career change and now serves as the Executive and Education Director of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim. \nHe has served in many positions in numerous organizations locally\, nationally\, and internationally ranging from a position on the Philadelphia School Board\, the local Soviet Jewry Council to the International Soviet Jewry Chairman for B’nai B’rith. \nHe has traveled numerous times to the Soviet Union including an encounter with the KGB. Then later helping form the first B’nai B’rith lodge in Moscow followed by numerous Jewish camps. \nAn ongoing passion has been to educate later generations about the struggle of Soviet Jews as it relates to today’s Jewish Community and it’s lessons learned concerning advocacy. \nCLICK HERE to register for the program.  \n______________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/soviet-jewry-lessons-learned-through-a-retrospective-lens/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20220105T175705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T175705Z UID:62445-1641902400-1641906000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Tu B’Shvat: Holiday of the Resurrection of the Dead DESCRIPTION:Tu B’Shvat: Holiday of the Resurrection of the Dead\nTrees go through a dormant stage and seem to die\, but then they are resurrected on Tu B’shvat. \nPresented by: Rabbi Edward Davis\, Rabbi Emeritus\, Young Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale \nCLICK HERE to register.  \n______________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/tu-bshvat-holiday-of-the-resurrection-of-the-dead/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220104T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220104T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211227T165619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211227T201948Z UID:62404-1641294000-1641297600@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Home in Israel  DESCRIPTION:Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Home in Israel\nwith Capitil Real Estate and Partners\, Part I \nPresented by: Ben Levene\, Capitil Real Estate and Partners  \nThis session is constructed with the goal of helping all Anglos who are interested in making the move to the Holy Land fully understand every single detail involved in this lengthy process. These events provide a tremendous amount of value and education to the community. \nThe team of specialists and experts\, all of whom are Olim Chadashim\, include a seasoned real estate agent\, real estate attorney\, mortgage broker\, currency transfer specialist\, property manager\, and interior designer. \nThe team will cover every aspect of what the process of purchasing property in Israel entails\, with a focus on the current conditions of what is hopefully the end of the Coronavirus pandemic in Israel. \nThe panel is arranged with the goal of giving all prospective buyers a complete understanding and sense of confidence in approaching the purchase process. \nTopics covered on the presentation will include: \n\nThe step-by-step process of buying property in Israel\nThe current state of the market\nThe expertise your realtor needs\nThe differences between purchase contracts in Israel and America\nThe fees and taxes involved in purchasing property in Israel\nThe process of obtaining mortgages in Israel\nHow to deal with Israeli banks\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE PROGRAM. \n______________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/everything-you-need-to-know-about-buying-a-home-in-israel/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211228T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211221T192117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T194220Z UID:62377-1640689200-1640692800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Xi Gong: Improving Mental and Physical Health III DESCRIPTION:Xi Gong: Improving Mental and Physical Health — Part III \nWhat is Xi Gong? \nXi Gong is a mind-body-spirit practice that improves one’s mental and physical health. \nXi 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 effective in depression and anxiety relief\, and stress and stress-related illnesses. \nXi Gong can be practiced standing or sitting.  People with physical limitations can easily adapt the Xi Gong movements to their capabilities and continue to reap the benefits of practice. \nPresented by: Naomi L. Baum\, Ph.D.\, Resilience Associates \nFill out the form below to register for the pre-recorded program: \n\n \n \n SPIRIT: Xi-Gong: Improving Mental and Physical Health III\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n City\, State\, Country* \n \n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n______________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/xi-gong-improving-mental-and-physical-health-iii/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211213T170535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T150701Z UID:62350-1640084400-1640088000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:I’m There for You: Supporting Family and Friends Through Grieving DESCRIPTION:Presentation will discuss: \n\n Learning how you can help family\, friends and yourself\n What is pregnancy and infant loss?\n Understanding the grief\n Effects of Grief\n Spiritual effects moving through the grief\n The Jewish view\n Family and community response\n Do’s and Don’ts\n The grandparent’s role\n How Nechama comfort helps\n\n\nPresented by: Reva Judas\, Founder and Executive Director of NechamaComfort \nReva Judas is the founder and Executive Director of NechamaComfort\, an organization that supports families dealing with infant and pregnancy loss. She has counseled people around the world and has trained medical staff\, clergy\, lay leaders\, and communities in best practices for supporting grieving families.  Reva received her Chaplaincy Certification from Hackensack Medical center and is a Resolve Through Sharing (RTS) certified Infant Pregnancy Loss Facilitator. She holds a BS in Human and Child Development. Reva Judas participated in the OU Impact Accelerator as part of its first cohort. \nClick HERE to register for the program. \n______________________________________________________________ \nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/never-to-feel-alone-understanding-pregnancy-and-infant-loss/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211206T160556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T160556Z UID:62334-1639479600-1639483200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Asarah B’Teves: Why Do We Fast? DESCRIPTION:Asarah B’Teves: Why Do We Fast?\n\nAsarah B’Teves is one of four fast days we observe annually that commemorate stages of the Temple’s destruction. We will explore what we are commemorating and what we hope to accomplish by fasting on these days. \nPresented by: Rabbi Moshe Hauer\, Executive Vice President of the Orthodox Union (OU) \nRabbi Moshe Hauer has served the Orthodox Union (OU) as its Executive Vice President since 2020. In this role he serves as the organization’s rabbinic leader\, heading its communal-oriented efforts and serving as its professional religious/policy leader and primary spokesman. \nPrior to joining the OU\, Rabbi Hauer served as the senior Rabbi of the Bnai Jacob Shaarei Zion Congregation in Baltimore\, MD for 26 years. He received his rabbinic ordination and doctor of Talmudic law from Ner Israel Rabbinical College in Baltimore and received his master’s of science from John Hopkins University.\n\nClick HERE to register for the program. \n\n\n________________________________________________________________ \n\n\nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/asarah-bteves-why-do-we-fast/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211201T150437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T150531Z UID:62321-1638874800-1638878400@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Understanding Medicare – Review and 2022 Updates DESCRIPTION: Understanding Medicare – Review and 2022 Updates \n\nWhat is Medicare?\nGood news about new tier for Diabetes prescriptions/Insulin\nCOLA ( cost of living increase) and new Premiums for Part B\nWhat are the Parts of Medicare?\nTypical costs for Medicare?\nShould I be on Medicare if I’m still working\, on my employer plan\, or self-employed?\nIs Medicare connected to Social Security?\n\nPresented by Steven (Shmuel) Zaidman\, a Licensed Health Insurance Specialist who has spent the past 14 years working one on one educating and enrolling Americans entering Medicare. For a comprehensive website for a wealth of resources and to reach us for guidance\, service\, please visit his website — www.65andready.com \nClick HERE to register for the program. \n\n\n________________________________________________________________ \n\n\nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/understanding-medicare-review-and-2022-updates/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211123T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211123T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211105T135852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T145303Z UID:62168-1637665200-1637668800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:How Do I Know? Eliminating Stigma and Saving Lives DESCRIPTION:  \n\nHow do I know if a loved one is struggling with substance use or addiction\, and what can I do about it?\nHow can I offer support to that person or my extended family?\nWhat should I do (or not do) when dealing with addiction?\nHow do I know if I am struggling with substance use?\n\nThis workshop will address these questions and more. We will discuss recognizing the signs and symptoms of substance misuse\, current drug trends\, understanding your role in supporting family members\, the rising occurrence of misuse of pain medications\, how you can get help\, and other critical issues. \nPresented by: Lianne Forman\, Executive Director of Communities Confronting Substance Use & Addiction\, and Sharon Darack\, Associate Director of Communities Confronting Substance Use & Addiction \nLianne Forman\, a 29+ year Teaneck resident and a corporate and employment lawyer by training\, is the Executive Director of Communities Confronting Substance Use & Addiction (CCSA)\, the organization she and her husband\, Etiel\, founded in 2018. Through their own family’s struggles\, they founded CCSA to create greater community awareness and education about substance misuse and addiction in the Jewish community. CCSA’s mission is to eliminate stigma around addiction in Jewish communities through awareness events and facilitating evidence-based educational programming in schools for students and parents. Visit www.JewishCCSA.org for more information. \nSharon Darack is a wife\, the mother of two boys\, and the Associate Director of Communities Confronting Substance Use & Addiction. Prior to joining CCSA\, Sharon served as the North American Director for OU Israel Free Spirit Birthright. She also worked at the Jewish Board’s JACS (Jewish Alcoholics\, Chemically Dependent Persons and Significant Others) program for 15 years. As a graduate from Reading University in the United Kingdom in Social Work\, Sharon has over 22 years of experience counseling families\, and conducting educational programs in addiction and mental health\, and is a leading contributor to raising awareness about substance use in the Jewish community. \nClick HERE to register for the program. \n\n\n________________________________________________________________ \n\n\nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/how-do-i-know-eliminating-stigma-and-saving-lives/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211122 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211117T153147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T155430Z UID:62266-1637280000-1637539199@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Bais Yisroel Shabbos Shel Chizuk 2021 with Rabbi Moshe Hauer Featuring the Traveling Chassidim DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.ou.org/event/bais-yisroel-shabbos-shel-chizuk-2021-with-rabbi-moshe-hauer-and-the-traveling-chassidim/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211105T140227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T155041Z UID:62166-1637060400-1637064000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:The One Thing You Can’t Get Rid Of\, By Losing It: Moshe Rabeinu and the Challenge of Anger Management DESCRIPTION:  \nManaging a large\, diverse\, growing international\, multi-dimensional organization in the Covid era poses unprecedented challenges\, perhaps only ever seen before… in every home with a parent and a child. Join us for an engaging Torah-source based class on anger management and the opportunity it may offer. \nPresented by: Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph\, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Orthodox Union \nRabbi Dr. Josh Joseph is the Orthodox Union’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer since September of 2020.  He is the senior professional leader\, responsible for all aspects of OU programs and operations\, other than OU Kosher.  He joined the OU from Yeshiva University where he served in a variety of roles over 16 years\, ultimately rising to senior vice president. A native of Montreal\, Josh received both his Ed.D. and Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He received his rabbinical ordination from Yeshiva University’s Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary\, as well as a Master of Arts in Jewish philosophy from their Bernard Revel Graduate School. He also completed fellowships and certificates at NYU’s Wagner School of Public Administration\, as well as Harvard’s Institute of Higher Education. \n\n  \nClick HERE to register for the program. \n\n\n________________________________________________________________ \n\n\nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/the-one-thing-you-cant-get-rid-of-by-losing-it-moshe-rabeinu-and-the-challenge-of-anger-management/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211026T210742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T133833Z UID:62147-1636455600-1636459200@www.ou.org SUMMARY:“Not the Time to be Silent: How to Advocate for Your Loved One or Yourself" DESCRIPTION:Hear the story of how one family’s advocacy saved a wife\, Mom and Bubby after a stroke\, and how to advocate for your loved ones or yourself. \n\nPresented by: Mimi Jankovits and Maya Joyandeh \nMimi Jankovits is the National Director of Grassroots for Teach Coalition\, a project of the OU.  After her Mom had a stroke in June 2020\, Mimi and her brothers found themselves advocating for their Mom in the face of Covid hospital restrictions and a culture that believed a 90 year old woman could not recover. \nMaya Joyandeh is a licensed medical social worker\, who has 10 years of experience working in hospitals\, nursing homes\, hospice residences and in the home-care setting. She earned her MSW from NYU\, with a focus on the geriatric and medically-compromised population. She currently works with Teach Coalition as New Jersey Field Director. \n\nClick HERE to register for the program. \n\n\n________________________________________________________________ \n\n\nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/not-the-time-to-be-silent-how-to-advocate-for-your-loved-one-or-yourself/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211019T161621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T141229Z UID:62097-1635246000-1635249600@www.ou.org SUMMARY:The 21st Century College Campus--Will Your Grandchildren Be Safe? DESCRIPTION:With new currents in progressive thought\, rising anti-Semitism and anti-Israel sentiment and activity\, and a very permissive and liberal culture and social framework that is in conflict with Shmirat Mitzvot and Torah values the secular college campus provides a very challenging environment for Orthodox students. \nRabbi Ilan Haber\, who for the past 18 years has directed the OU’s JLIC program\, placing Rabbinic couples to support Orthodox communities on campuses across North America\, has a unique perspective on these challenges.  This interview will track the trends that he has seen in this work\, better understand and identify the dangers and challenges\, as well as the opportunities for students to grow and thrive. \nPresented by: Rabbi Ilan Haber\, National Director\, Heshe and Harriet Seif Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus (OU-JLIC)\, Director\, NextGen Division\, Orthodox Union \n \nClick here to register for the program. \n\n\n________________________________________________________________ \n\n\nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/the-21st-century-college-campus-will-your-grandchildren-be-safe/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20211011T125227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T145010Z UID:62062-1634641200-1634644800@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Because Everybody Belongs--Ensuring That Individuals with Special Needs Are Included DESCRIPTION:The Torah teaches that every Jew is created B’Tzelem Elokim\, in Hashem’s image and must be an accepted part of the synagogue\, school\, and greater community. But are we as Klal Yisrael successful in accomplishing this goal? Do our children and adults with special needs truly feel accepted by their fellow Jews? When they walk into shul are they welcome or just tolerated? How does the Kahal make the rest of the family feel?\n \nJoin two of Yachad’s professional staff who have lived this experience with their own children: the ups and downs\, the highlights and the disappointments.  In the process\, we can learn together how to open our community and our hearts to accepting every Jew!  \nPresented by: \nAmanda Levy\, LCSW\, Clinical Director of Yachad \nBatya Jacob\, Development Executive of Yachad \nRabbi David Cohen\, National Director of Community Engagement \n \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \n\n\n_________________________________________________________________ \n\n\nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/because-everybody-belongs-ensuring-that-individuals-with-special-needs-are-included/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Yachad END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20210914T184823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T184548Z UID:61971-1634036400-1634040000@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes: How the OU has Spearheaded the Preservation of the Mesorah of Kosher Birds DESCRIPTION:This presentation will feature an overview of how kosher birds are identified as well as a live presentation of birds that were historically considered to be kosher and what was done to preserve their tradition of permissibility. The presentation will include rare and exotic pigeons\, geese\, and chicken as well as various species of quail and partridge. \nPresented by: Rabbi Chaim Loike \nRabbi Chaim Loike is a Rabbinic Coordinator at the Orthodox Union\, an adjunct professor at Lander College for Women\, and a certified shochet. \n \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \n\n\n_________________________________________________________________ \n\n\nWe have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations-geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health\, all in one place!  \nCLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience! \n\nThe information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice. \n\nPartnering Synagogues: \nAnshei Chesed Congregation\, Boynton Beach (FL)\nAnshei Emuna Congregation\, Delray Beach (FL)\nBeth David Synagogue\, West Hartford (CT) \nBialystoker Synagogue\, New York (NY)\nB’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek\, Philadelphia (PA) \nCongregation Agudath Sholom\, Stamford (CT)\nCongregation Ahavas Sholom\, Columbus (OH)\n Congregation Aitz Chaim\, West Palm Beach (FL)\nCongregation Anshe Sfard\, New Orleans (LA) \nCongregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah\, Glendale (WI)\nCongregation Beth Hamedrosh\, Wynnewood (PA) \nCongregation Beth Ora\, Montreal (QUE)\nCongregation Beth Sholom\, Providence (RI) \nCongregation Bnai Yeshurun\, Teaneck (NJ)\nCongregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nCongregation Kehilath Jeshurun\, New York (NY)\nCongregation Ohav Zedek\, Wilkes-Barre (PA) \nCongregation Tiferet Israel\, Austin (TX)\nCongregation Torah Ohr\, Boca Raton (FL) \nCongregation Zvi Jacob\, Utica (NY)\nDarchei Noam\, Minneapolis (MN) \nEast Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS)\, Denver (CO)\nFleetwood Synagogue\, Fleetwood (NY) \nJewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)\nKehillat New Hempstead (NY) \nKehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)\nKeneseth Beth Israel\, Richmond (VA) \nNer Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim\, Baltimore (MD)\nSuburban Torah\, Livingston (NJ) \nUnited Orthodox Synagogues\, Houston (TX)\nYoung Israel of Bal Harbour\, Surfside (FL)\n Young Israel of Brookline (MA)\nYoung Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL) \nYoung Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Elkins Park (PA) \nYoung Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)\nYoung Israel of Hillcrest (NY) \nYoung Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)\nYoung Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY) \nYoung Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)\nYoung Israel of Plainview (NY)\n Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)\nYoung Israel of Southfield (MI)\n Young Israel of Stamford (CT)\nYoung Israel of West Hartford (CT) \n\nOU Privacy Policy For all questions or to become a Partnering Synagogue\, please contact Rebbetzin Judi Steinig\, steinigj@ou.org URL:https://www.ou.org/event/behind-the-scenes-how-the-ou-has-spearheaded-the-preservation-of-the-mesorah-of-kosher-birds/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231524 CREATED:20210930T205404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T205504Z UID:61997-1633609800-1633613400@www.ou.org SUMMARY:Join Us for a Webinar with Withum about the Employee Retention Tax Credit! DESCRIPTION:Make the most out of the Employee Retention Tax Credit! This IRS refundable credit is available to a wide variety of institutions and businesses across our community with the potential for significant tax savings.\nPlease join us even if you think your institution may not qualify. Learn how with Withum during our live virtual event on October 7th at 12:30 PM ET.\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. URL:https://www.ou.org/event/join-us-for-a-webinar-with-withum-about-the-employee-retention-tax-credit/ LOCATION:On-Line\, 11 Broadway\, NY\, NY\, 10004\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR