MARGATE - The Board of Jewish Education offers several informative and interactive programs during the month of January.
Coffee Klatch Brunch, Thursday, Jan. 15, at 10:30 a.m. at the Marjorie & Lewis Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave.
Join a casual, community-focused Coffee Klatch where participants discuss local news, current events, and issues of shared interest. The atmosphere is friendly and conversational, with coffee and a light brunch provided. The session is moderated by Tina Serota of JFS Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore to keep the discussion organized and engaging. This brunch program is free, but be sure to RSVP to Tina Serota at [email protected]
BJE Throwback Thursday Brunch:The Roots of Jewish Vineland, Thursday, Jan. 22, at 10:30 a.m. at the Marjorie & Lewis Katz JCC.
Dig into the Jewish history in Vineland - an early pioneer farming community nestled right in the heart of the Garden State. Uncover how Jewish settlers put down roots here, explore their agricultural heritage, and share stories that have blossomed over generations. Come for a heartfelt journey through the past, and enjoy a taste of local history that’s truly down-to-earth. The presentation is led by Josh Cutler, director of the BJE This brunch program is free, but be sure to RSVP to [email protected] or call 609-822-4404.
Brunch and Learn: The Jews of Sarajevo: Life in a post-Srebrenica World, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 10:30 a.m. at Shirat Hayam, 700 N. Swarthmore Ave., Ventnor.
Explore how Jewish communities in the Bosnia-Herzegovina region navigate memory, identity, and resilience after the traumas of the 1990s. It examines the role of remembrance in shaping contemporary Jewish life alongside broader Balkan societies still grappling with the legacy of war and genocide. The presentation is led by Josh Cutler, director of the BJE. The brunch program is free, but be sure to RSVP to [email protected] or call 609-822-4404.
