MARGATE – The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore at Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties will showcase unique and entertaining programs in Sept.. Jot down the dates and plan to participate in these fun, interactive, and creative activities.
Thoughts from the Bookshelf, Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2 p.m.
Join Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a book club gathering to discuss the award-winning novel, “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride. This 1920s and 1940s story, set in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, showcases a vibrant community where Jewish and African American neighbors lived side by side sharing ambitions, despite facing personal struggles and systemic prejudice. A theme of loyalty, sacrifice and unyielding power of community abound. Attend in-person at the Margate Library Meeting Room, 8100 Atlantic Ave. RSVP by Aug. 27.
Memoir Workshop, Friday, Sept. 5, 10:30 a.m. to noon
Experience the thrill of capturing life’s adventures, history and ancestry with the Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Director of Certificate Program in Writing and Publishing Harriet Levin Millan. Learn about publishing your work. A laptop or pen and paper is needed for the workshop. This program is via Zoom and a link will be emailed. RSVP by Sept. 3.
Musical Connections, Monday, Sept. 8, 1 p.m.
Feel the stress of the day peel away and share familiar tunes from various genres (Broadway, classical, contemporary, jazz) and instruments with friends and neighbors. If you are providing music, send the title, composer and/or performer to Tina Serota at [email protected]. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 N. Jerome Ave. RSVP by Sept. 4.
Village Film Society, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 10:30 a.m.
Join Tom Celandine and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a discussion of the motion picture, “Splendor in the Grass” starring Natalie Wood and Warren Beatty. The movie shares the story of two high school sweethearts navigating feelings of sexual control, love and heartbreak. Available for free on Hoopla, and at the Ventnor and Margate libraries. Available for a fee on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Fandango, and Google Play Movies. This program is via Zoom and a link will be emailed. RSVP by Sept. 4.
Downton Abbey & the British Manor Home: Part 1, Wednesday, Sept. 10, 10:30 a.m. to noon
Join author and retired Professor Ellen Hernandez on the week of the wildly anticipated opening of the historical drama, “Downton Abbey, The Grand Finale.” In Part 1, Hernandez will take attendees on a journey to explore the history of British nobility and how the Jewish population fit into it, as well as the British manorial system through the Gilded Age, Edwardian Era, and World War I. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 N. Jerome Ave. RSVP by Sept. 4.
Lunch Around Town, Monday, Sept. 15, noon to 1:30 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely lunch with friends while supporting a local restaurant. This month dine at North Beach Café & Creamery, 5216 Atlantic Ave. in Ventnor. Come prepared for good food and conversation. Order off the menu and pay individually. RSVP by Sept. 11.
Coffee Klatch, Thursday, Sept. 18, 10:30 a.m.
Join a fast paced discussion on neighborhood happenings, technology, social topics, world events, the arts and more. Moderated by Village Community Specialist Tina Serota and Board of Jewish Education Executive Director Josh Cutler. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 N. Jerome Ave. RSVP by Sept. 15.
Brunch & Learn: Untold Truths – Native American Histories, Friday, Sept. 19, 10:30 a.m. to noon
Join a powerful lecture to uncover buried chapters of global history aimed to spark reflection, raise awareness and honor historical truths often left untold. With a doctorate in history from Lehigh University, Dr. Calvin Tesler is an adjunct professor at Stockton University specializing in Holocaust history, American urban and colonial history, and Native American studies. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 N. Jerome Ave. RSVP by Sept. 16.
Throwback Thursday, Thursday, Sept. 25, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Join an educational brunch program and optional bus tour to explore the Sam Azeez Museum of Woodbine Heritage. Visit the 130-year-old Woodbine Synagogue and experience its rich history. Attend the brunch for free at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 N. Jerome Ave. Cost for bus tour is $50 per person. RSVP by Sept. 17.
Stress Test: Global Religious Repercussions of War, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 6 p.m.
The Sara & Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center will host a lecture with Dr. Carol Rittner to discuss her new book, “Stress Test: The Israel-Hamas War and Christian-Jewish Relations,” which encompasses 12 world renown American Christian scholars and teachers as they explore how the ongoing conflict has strained Christian-Jewish relations. Attend in-person at the Stockton University Campus (Room L-112), 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway Township. RSVP to [email protected].
Unless noted, all programs are free to participate. You must RSVP for any program by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or [email protected]. A Zoom link will be emailed, when needed.
The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore is a membership program for adults age 50+ and offers grocery shopping and delivery, intergenerational events, transportation, Kosher Meals and more.
