Love books? Join our book groups for lively discussion and community.
Participation is open to all. Attend as many or few sessions as you like!
We Are The Weather: Book Discussion
Thursday, April 30 at 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Join the Manager of Jewish Life and Learning, Amanda Herring, in exploring Jonathan Safran Foer’s latest book We Are The Weather. The first 10 people to register will recieve a free copy of the book. We will have a sustainable meal together, and discuss our reaction’s to the book’s striking message:
“The task of saving the planet will involve a great reckoning with ourselves—with our all-too-human reluctance to sacrifice immediate comfort for the sake of the future. We have, he reveals, turned our planet into a farm for growing animal products, and the consequences are catastrophic. Only collective action will save our home and way of life. And it all starts with what we eat—and don’t eat—for breakfast.”
This program is made possible in part by a grant from Hazon
Third Fridays Book Club: Exploring Israeli History Through Literature
Friday, March 20 from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
They say if you want to understand Israel, read its literature. Gather with us on the third Friday of every month in the EDCJCC’s Salzberg Family Library to enjoy lunch and join in discussion, led by EDCJCC CEO Carole Zawatsky, about the complex and vibrant history of modern day Israel through the eyes of its contemporary authors. Together, through literature, we’ll strengthen our connection to Israel and celebrate a shared passion for the written word. Registration is required an includes a vegetarian lunch.
March 20: The Best Place On Earth by Ayelet Tsabari, a collection of stories focused on Israelis searching for their place in our present world and dealing with the challenges of balancing old tradition with modern times.
Third Thursday Group
We meet on the third Thursday of every month (except July and August) from 10:30 AM to 12 PM for a lively discussion of one book. The group chooses our readings which include both fiction and non-fiction. Participants are welcome to attend as many or few sessions as they can. The schedule for the next six months is:
1/16: Sally Mann, Hold Still: A Memoir with Photographs
2/20: Viet Thanh Nguyen, Nothing Ever Dies
3/19: Herta Muëller, The Appointment
4/23: Steve Stern, Book of Mischief
5/21: Jacquelin Woodson, Another Brooklyn
6/18: James H. Cone, The Cross and the Lynching Tree
No Registration Required. All meetings except 2/20 will be in the Polinger Meeting Room. 2/20 will be in the Salzberg Family library. For further information contact janeflax@gmail.com
The EPDC Book Club:
The EPDC Book Club meets monthly to schmooze, snack, and discuss that month’s book. Join the Google Group to stay up-to-date on books and meeting times. For those in their 20s and 30s.
The Edlavitch DCJCC embraces inclusion in all its programs and activities. We welcome and encourage the participation of all people, regardless of their background, sexual orientation, abilities, or religion, including interfaith couples and families.