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Arts & Culture

Lectures & Learning

All Ages Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC
Learning never stops.

Fuel your sense of discovery.

From books to experiences, travel to study – everyone learns differently, connects uniquely, and grows distinctly. We’re committed to ensuring we serve as a destination for you to continue your lifelong education journey.

Program Benefits

We welcome knowledgeable professionals from around the world to share ideas with our community. Some are well-known. Others are rising stars to watch. All are making an impact and sharing ideas.

Back to the Sources is our long-running program that dives deep into Jewish history on a semester-long schedule.

From Jewish learning to book clubs and lectures, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to keep exploring your interests or dive into learning something new.

Upcoming Arts Events

Adult Arts & Culture

Tue

25

Daytime Banned Book Club March

Age: 14 – 99 years
March 25 at 01:00pm
$5 Members / $7 Community
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC

Dive into books that spark conversation, challenge ideas, and sometimes…get banned! Our Banned Book Club meets twice a month for engaging discussions about thought-provoking books and the reasons they’ve faced bans. No need to have finished the book to join us – just come ready to share your thoughts, listen to diverse perspectives, and engage in conversations on the power of literature. Whether you’re an avid reader or just curious, everyone’s voice is welcome as we unpack the issues and ideas that make these books resonate!

Adult Arts & Culture

The letter j on a blue background.

Tue

08

SHOP and Sangria Social

Age: 21 – 99 years
April 08 at 06:45pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC

Adult Arts & Culture

The letter j on a blue background.

Tue

15

April Banned Book PM

Age: 14 – 99 years
April 15 at 07:00pm
$5 Members / $7 Community
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC

Related Events

Adult Arts & Culture

Tue

25

Daytime Banned Book Club March

Age: 14 – 99 years
March 25 at 01:00pm
$5 Members / $7 Community
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC

Dive into books that spark conversation, challenge ideas, and sometimes…get banned! Our Banned Book Club meets twice a month for engaging discussions about thought-provoking books and the reasons they’ve faced bans. No need to have finished the book to join us – just come ready to share your thoughts, listen to diverse perspectives, and engage in conversations on the power of literature. Whether you’re an avid reader or just curious, everyone’s voice is welcome as we unpack the issues and ideas that make these books resonate!

Jewish Education

An intricate illustration of curly hair entangled with scissors, combs, and hair products. Text at the bottom reads "Untangled: The Jewish Hair Saga.

Tue

25

Untangled: The Jewish Hair Saga

Age: 14 – 99 years
March 25 at 06:30pm
$12 Members / $15 Community
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC

What’s the connection between Judaism and hair? How does hair shape our self-image and identity? Join us for an insightful evening with Jewish organizations and community members to explore these questions together. We’ll discuss topics like personal style, fitting in , hair covering, the tradition of a son’s first haircut, and the impact of hair loss on identity.

Adult Arts & Culture

The letter j on a blue background.

Tue

08

SHOP and Sangria Social

Age: 21 – 99 years
April 08 at 06:45pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC

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