FIRST MEETING of TJC’s Book Group
“OTHER WORLDS”
Sunday, June 6, 2010
2-4pm
All are welcome to participate in the TJC's "Book Group: Other Worlds.” The group plans to meet monthly, with the first meeting on June 6th, to discuss books of interest to participants. The focus for the first six months will be the writings relating to the Mideast. Please join us at our first meeting which will be held on Sunday June 6th--we will be discussing "People of the Book". Suggestions for further selections for the group are welcomed. "The Woman Who Named God", "My Father's Paradise", and "The Saffron Kitchen" are a few books that we will be considering for upcoming months. Call Wally for more information, 758-0473.
Time:
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Description:
The Taos Jewish Center is reserved for a non-TJC event. We are closed for business during these hours.
The TJC functions as a rental space for outside organizations and individuals. Our space can be rented for small and large meetings, exercise classes, memorial services, weddings, reunions, or other events. We have a small kitchen facility that can be used, as well as folding tables and chairs. For more information, call 758-8615.
Time:
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Description:
Study of Moshe Chayim Luzzatto's "The Knowing Heart". Led by Ziva Moyal. No drop-ins. Call Ziva for more information. 758-1442
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Description:
Join Ziva Moyal and friends for a meditative hour of Hebrew chanting. Chants are simple to learn and follow. Everyone welcome. Call 758-8615 for information.
Time:
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Description:
This lively discussion group, moderated by various community members meets every Wednesday from 5:30-7pm. Everyone is welcome to come and discuss current issues in the news with a focus on Jewish community interests. Whether you itch to express your point of view, or prefer to listen, it is the place to be! Donations accepted but not required.
Time:
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Thursdays 1:30-3:00pm
April 2 through May 6
Memoir writing with author Phaedra Greenwood sponsored by the Chesed Project.
No experience needed. Call Kathleen for more information at 758-8615. Suggested donation $4.00
Time:
9:00am - 11:00am
Description:
Torah discussion on weekly parsha begins at 9am and lasts until approximately 11am. Prayer services using Mishkah T'filah follows. Community led.
Time:
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Description:
Study of Moshe Chayim Luzzatto's "The Knowing Heart". Led by Ziva Moyal. No drop-ins. Call Ziva for more information. 758-1442
Time:
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Description:
This on-going support group meets on the second Tuesday of the month to explore issues of significance for caregivers of those living with Alzheimer's and other memory impairment. 5-6pm. Sponsored by the Chesed project.
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Description:
Join Ziva Moyal and friends for a meditative hour of Hebrew chanting. Chants are simple to learn and follow. Everyone welcome. Call 758-8615 for information.
Time:
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Description:
This lively discussion group, moderated by various community members meets every Wednesday from 5:30-7pm. Everyone is welcome to come and discuss current issues in the news with a focus on Jewish community interests. Whether you itch to express your point of view, or prefer to listen, it is the place to be! Donations accepted but not required.
Time:
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Thursdays 1:30-3:00pm
April 2 through May 6
Memoir writing with author Phaedra Greenwood sponsored by the Chesed Project.
No experience needed. Call Kathleen for more information at 758-8615. Suggested donation $4.00
Time:
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Scrabble
Time:
7:30pm
Description:
God On Trial
Thursday August 12th, 7:30pm
A film to make you think and one which could truly upset many people. Set in Auschwitz a group of prisoners decide to place God on trial for breaking his covenant with the Jews. The question becomes, “Is God responsible for the murderous actions of the Nazis in their attempt to eradicate the Jews. How could he allow this to happen?” The selection for those chosen for death is to happen later in the day. Who is to be chosen?
Why is this happening? Is it a punishment for straying from God’s laws, a sacrifice, a test of faith, a cleansing or purification as in the Flood, a consequence of free will, or indifference as in Job?
There are those who argue that God does not exist, those that argue that God has deserted the Jewish people, and those that argue that God does exist.
The ending is shocking and reveals no answer but leaves us with questions about our relationship with God. Bill Westbury will lead the discussion. Suggested Donation is $7 ($5 for TJC members)
Time:
9:00am - 11:00am
Description:
Torah discussion on weekly parsha begins at 9am and lasts until approximately 11am. Prayer services using Mishkah T'filah follows. Community led.
Time:
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Description:
Study of Moshe Chayim Luzzatto's "The Knowing Heart". Led by Ziva Moyal. No drop-ins. Call Ziva for more information. 758-1442
Time:
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Description:
Award winning Taos poet, Cathy Strisik, in conjunction with the Chesed Project, will begin offering monthly sessions for people with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers, to stimulate memory and discussion through the use of poetry and visuals such as paintings and photographs. Classes will take place at the Taos Public Library. As Larry Schreiber MD Taos physician for 34 years, notes " With the graying of our population the prevalence of cognitive impairment goes up geometrically. Let the rest of us not forget this important segment of our society. The effect of poetry in stimulating the memory impaired can only be positive for the individual and their family."
Strisik has been active in the writing community of Taos, New Mexico for over 27 years as a poet, poetry mentor for children, and reading specialist for children with learning disabilities. Strisik is the author of the recently published poetry collection, Thousand-Cricket Song.
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Description:
Join Ziva Moyal and friends for a meditative hour of Hebrew chanting. Chants are simple to learn and follow. Everyone welcome. Call 758-8615 for information.
Time:
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Description:
This lively discussion group, moderated by various community members meets every Wednesday from 5:30-7pm. Everyone is welcome to come and discuss current issues in the news with a focus on Jewish community interests. Whether you itch to express your point of view, or prefer to listen, it is the place to be! Donations accepted but not required.
Time:
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Thursdays 1:30-3:00pm
April 2 through May 6
Memoir writing with author Phaedra Greenwood sponsored by the Chesed Project.
No experience needed. Call Kathleen for more information at 758-8615. Suggested donation $4.00
Time:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Description:
The TJC Board holds monthly meetings for current board members, staff and invited guests only. From time to time, we accept new members onto the Board. If you are interested in developing leadership skills, and giving back to your community by serving on the TJC Board, please call 758-8615 for more information.
Time:
9:00am - 11:00am
Description:
Torah discussion on weekly parsha begins at 9am and lasts until approximately 11am. Prayer services using Mishkah T'filah follows. Community led.
Time:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Preparing for High Holidays Workshop
Time:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Description:
A Preparation for the High Holidays with Rabbi Min Kantrowitz
This workshop is designed to deepen our preparations for the turning of the year, for returning to our most true selves, to get ready to stand before the Holy One.
It assumes that attendees are committed to doing deep inner work in preparation for renewal and transformation. We will study text, chant and meditate, revising the year that is about to depart and developing our kavanot (intentions) for the year to come.
Rabbi Min Kantrowitz serves as a Rabbi for the Jewish Family Services and travels throughout New Mexico. She is the author of Counting the Omer: A Kabbalistic Meditation Guide" an innovative meditation guide published by Gaon Books of Santa Fe that follows Kabbalistic teachings day by day, giving the reader suggestions for each of the forty-nine days of meditation in the period of the Omer.
As the Director of the Jewish Community Chaplaincy Program of Jewish Family Service of New Mexico, Rabbi Kantrowitz provides spiritual support and pastoral care services to the Jewish community in the state. She is a sought after speaker and teacher, having conducted services, workshops and lectures across the United States and Europe.
Rabbi Kantrowitz is a very warm, caring rabbi whose teachings come from the heart and go to the heart. We are fortunate to have her come again this year to share her teachings with us. The workshop will take place on Sunday August 22nd from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Suggested donation: $10 ($7.00 members).
Time:
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Description:
Study of Moshe Chayim Luzzatto's "The Knowing Heart". Led by Ziva Moyal. No drop-ins. Call Ziva for more information. 758-1442
Time:
9:00am - 10:30am
Description:
We have a good time while planning interesting ways to bring in money to keep the TJC going. Want to join us? Call Beth Goldman for more details.
Time:
4:45pm - 6:45pm
Description:
Monthly Program Committee for Committee members. If you are interested in joining the Committee, please contact Peter Wengert, Committee Chair, at 751-1442.
Description:
Do you want to help with our mailing? It's a fun way to meet people, and hear the latest news! Call 758-8615 to volunteer.
Time:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Description:
ARTSTREAMS: From The Well Of Memory. An interactive art discussion for the memory impaired and their caregivers sponsored by the Chesed Project. New participants should pre-register by calling Kathleen at 758-8615 ext. 2. Held the last Wednesday of each month from 1-2:30 at area museums, the Taos Fire Station, and galleries.
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Description:
Join Ziva Moyal and friends for a meditative hour of Hebrew chanting. Chants are simple to learn and follow. Everyone welcome. Call 758-8615 for information.
Time:
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Description:
This lively discussion group, moderated by various community members meets every Wednesday from 5:30-7pm. Everyone is welcome to come and discuss current issues in the news with a focus on Jewish community interests. Whether you itch to express your point of view, or prefer to listen, it is the place to be! Donations accepted but not required.
Time:
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Thursdays 1:30-3:00pm
April 2 through May 6
Memoir writing with author Phaedra Greenwood sponsored by the Chesed Project.
No experience needed. Call Kathleen for more information at 758-8615. Suggested donation $4.00
Time:
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Join other seniors in a fun, relaxed game of Scrabble. Sponsored by the Chesed Project.
Time:
9:00am - 11:00am
Description:
Torah discussion on weekly parsha begins at 9am and lasts until approximately 11am. Prayer services using Mishkah T'filah follows. Community led.
Time:
11:00am
Description:
Summer Brunch and Annual Membership Meeting
Sunday August 29th, 11am
In the past, the Annual Membership meeting of the TJC has taken place in November. The Board of Directors has officially changed the time of this meeting to correspond with the first quarter of the fiscal year. The 2010 annual meeting will be on August 29th, there will be no annual meeting in November 2010. Join us for this free event, have a great brunch, and get an update on the state of affairs of the TJC. Reservations required by August 20th. All TJC members and prospective members are encouraged to attend.
Time:
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Description:
Study of Moshe Chayim Luzzatto's "The Knowing Heart". Led by Ziva Moyal. No drop-ins. Call Ziva for more information. 758-1442
2pm» "Other Worlds" Book Group