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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Beginner Mahjong
DTSTART:20260908T220000Z
DTEND:20260909T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10007325-1788890400-1788897600@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, September 8–29\n6:00–8:00 PM \nJoin us for this
  fun and friendly introduction to Mahjong\, led by experienced instructor 
 Jill Baker! Whether you’re brand new to the game or just need a refreshe
 r\, Jill will guide you through the rules\, strategies\, and tile combinat
 ions. You’ll enjoy learning in our relaxed\, social setting. No experien
 ce necessary. \nSeries: $200 \nAbout the Instructor\nJill Baker has been p
 laying Mahjong for over 16 years and loves teaching beginners. She enjoys 
 sharing this engaging\, multi-generational game that brings friends and fa
 mily together.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/mahjong/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Challah Club
DTSTART:20260909T143000Z
DTEND:20260909T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010592-1788949800-1788955200@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:Make special challahs each month with Debra Cohen\, director o
 f Jewish and Adult Programs. Participants will make dough from scratch\, l
 earn to shape and braid their loaves\, and leave with ready-to-bake challa
 hs. All ingredients are kosher and nut free\, but contain gluten and egg. 
 \nPlease note that most sessions are on Thursdays\, but the first session 
 is on a Wednesday. Attend a few sessions or all! \nAdmission: $45 per sess
 ion \nSchedule\nSeptember 9: Round challah\nOctober 15: Sukkot lulav chall
 ah\nNovember 19: Thanksgiving challah\nDecember 10: Hanukkah challah\nJanu
 ary 21: Snowflake knot challah\nFebruary 4: Heart-shaped challah\nMarch 4:
  Purim challah-tashen\nApril 1: Spring flower challah\nMay 13: Lag BaOmer 
 challah\nJune 3: Pride challah
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/challah-club/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Chinese Brush Painting
DTSTART:20260910T140000Z
DTEND:20260910T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010590-1789034400-1789041600@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, September 10–November 12\n10:00 AM–12:00 PM  
 \nThis 10-week course introduces traditional Chinese painting in a clear a
 nd organized way. Students will start with basic brush techniques and grad
 ually learn how to control the brush\, work with ink\, and apply color. \n
 Classes focus on careful practice\, observation\, and step-by-step instruc
 tion. Students will have time to work at a steady pace and receive guidanc
 e throughout the process. \nThe course is suitable for beginners and those
  who would like to continue developing their skills. \nSeries: $580 \nAbou
 t the Instructor\nArtist Sinrong Chen specializes in Chinese calligraphy\,
  painting\, and watercolor. She received both her BA and MA degrees in Fin
 e Arts from the Chinese Culture University in Taipei\, Taiwan\, where she 
 studied extensively to refine her craft. With more than 20 years of teachi
 ng experience\, Sinrong has shared her passion for art with students of al
 l ages.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/chinese-brush-painting/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Verve Fall Retreat
DTSTART:20260915T160000Z
DTEND:20260917T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010562-1789473600-1789650000@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:arts,community,holiday,wellness
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the High Holiday season in a unique and meaning
 ful way at our 3rd annual Verve Retreat!! Active adults ages 55+ will come
  together for three days of fun\, camaraderie\, and amazing kosher meals a
 t Berkshire Hills Eisenberg Camp in Copake\, New York. \nActivities includ
 e fitness and yoga classes\, meditation\, pickleball\, art workshops\, boa
 ting\, dancing\, and more. Each evening we’ll have entertainment and s
 ’mores around the campfire. We’ll also have programming relevant to th
 e High Holidays and its themes of reflection and renewal\, including lectu
 res\, a book club\, guided discussions\, and holiday-themed food. As alway
 s\, you’ll have free time to connect with others and enjoy nature. \nPri
 ce\nShared Double Room: $625\nPrivate Room: $725 \nThe price includes roun
 d-trip transportation\, housing\, delicious kosher meals\, snacks\, activi
 ties\, and a souvenir! Register by July 1 and receive a $25 discount with 
 promo code HOLIDAY26!! \nCancellation Policy\n\nUntil August 15: Refunds/c
 ancellations will be honored for any reason.\nAugust 16- September 1: If y
 ou need to cancel during this time period and we find someone to take your
  place\, you will be refunded the full amount. If not\, you will receive a
  partial refund (50%).\nAfter September 1: No refunds will be given unless
  someone else takes your spot.\n\nQuestions\nSee the FAQ and the Sample Sc
 hedule. Please contact Debra Cohen at cohend@jccmw.org if you have any oth
 er questions! \nThis retreat is cohosted by Shames JCC\, the JCC Mid-Westc
 hester\, Suffolk Y JCC\, and Sid Jacobson JCC. It is made possible by a ge
 nerous grant from Verve/UJA-Fed NY.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/fall-retreat/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Managing Life Transitions: Navigating Change with Success
DTSTART:20260915T170000Z
DTEND:20260915T181500Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010602-1789477200-1789481700@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:All of us experience transitions throughout life—some by cho
 ice\, others unexpected. Whether you’re navigating a relationship shift\
 , career change\, health concern\, retirement\, loss\, relocation\, or a p
 ersonal goal\, these experiences can bring both challenges and opportuniti
 es for growth. \nIn this thoughtful discussion\, you will learn new ways t
 o manage stress\, adapt to new circumstances\, and move forward with great
 er ease\, intention\, confidence\, and clarity. \nAdmission: $20 \nAbout t
 he Presenter\nEmily Laitmon\, LCSW\, is a psychotherapist and life coach i
 n private practice in New Rochelle.  She is also a bereavement counselor 
 for spouse\, sibling\, and child loss. Emily consults and leads seminars 
 for corporations and community agencies related to stress reduction\, and 
 employee conflict.  \nEmily’s areas of specialization include relations
 hips\, transition/change\, personality disorders\, retirement\, chronic il
 lness\, and grief.  \nAbout the Series\nIdeas That Matter programs are de
 signed to engage our community in thought-provoking conversations on timel
 y\, meaningful topics. \n \n  \nThis program is eligible for the JCCMW Ar
 ts & Culture Passport.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/managing-life/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tai Chi: Inner Flow
DTSTART:20260916T140000Z
DTEND:20260916T150000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010623-1789552800-1789556400@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, September 16–October 7\n10:00–11:00 AM \nDisc
 over the calming practice of Tai Chi in this welcoming series led by instr
 uctor Paul Lucien. Through gentle\, flowing movements and mindful postures
 \, you’ll cultivate greater balance\, strength\, flexibility\, and inner
  calm while focusing on deep\, intentional breathing. \nOften described as
  “meditation in motion\,” Tai Chi is known to reduce stress\, relax th
 e body\, and quiet the mind. Beginners and experienced practitioners alike
  are welcome to move at their own pace and enjoy the many physical and men
 tal benefits of this ancient practice. All levels are welcome. \nSeries: $
 150\nMembers: $140
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/tai-chi/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:September Movie Matinee: My Fair Lady
DTSTART:20260917T170000Z
DTEND:20260917T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010615-1789650000-1789660800@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:film,theater
DESCRIPTION:Admission: Free \nSpend an afternoon at the movies! This month
 \, we’ll screen My Fair Lady\, the beloved 1964 musical starring Audrey 
 Hepburn and Rex Harrison. Based on the Broadway musical and George Bernard
  Shaw’s Pygmalion\, the film follows a phonetics professor who takes on 
 the challenge of transforming Eliza Doolittle\, a working-class flower sel
 ler\, into a refined society lady. Featuring unforgettable songs\, lavish 
 costumes\, and plenty of wit\, My Fair Lady remains a timeless classic. \n
 Whether you’re discovering a new favorite or revisiting a classic\, our 
 free matinees are wonderful way to relax\, connect with others\, and enjoy
  an afternoon of great storytelling. \nMonthly Schedule\nOctober 15: The M
 usic Man\nNovember 19: West Side Story \nDecember 17: Hester Street\nJanu
 ary 21: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn\nFebruary 18: Forest Gump\nMarch 18: Good
  Will Hunting\nApril 15: Saturday Night Fever\nMay 20: Chicago  \nPresent
 ed in partnership with the New Rochelle Public Library.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/my-fair-lady/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Charcoal Drawing
DTSTART:20260917T180000Z
DTEND:20260917T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010605-1789653600-1789660800@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:arts,education
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays: September 17–November 5\n2:00–4:00 PM  \nIn th
 is course\, you will explore the expressive power of black and white and 
 learn essential techniques in composition\, experimenting with texture and
  light. Through guided projects\, you’ll discover how to bring depth and
  emotion to your drawings. This course is perfect for beginner and interme
 diate artists. \nPlease bring your own newsprint drawing pad (minimum size
  18″ x 24″). All other materials will be provided.  \nSeries: $420 \n
 About the Instructor\nMoshgan Rezania is an internationally exhibited abst
 ract expressionist artist known for her vibrant use of color\, movement\, 
 and form. Her work draws inspiration from nature and emotion\, and invites
  exploration and creativity.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/charcoal-drawing/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Nature Walks: A Path to Scientific Discovery
DTSTART:20260918T173000Z
DTEND:20260918T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010618-1789738200-1789741800@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 18\, at the JCCMW and\nFriday\, October 16\
 , at Sheldrake Environmental Center\n1:30–2:30 PM \nWhat can you discove
 r when you take a closer look at the natural world? In this two-part serie
 s\, naturalists from Sheldrake Environmental Center will show you how natu
 re walks are great opportunities for observation and scientific discovery.
  \nThe first session at the JCCMW will introduce citizen science and teach
  you how to use iNaturalist\, an app to help you identify and record what 
 you find in nature. Then\, in the second session\, you’ll put your new s
 kills to work during a guided nature walk at Sheldrake Environmental Cente
 r\, where you’ll explore the trails and document your observations along
 side a Sheldrake naturalist. \nPlease bring your charged smartphone to the
  program so that you may use iNaturalist! \nTwo-Part Series: $30
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/nature-walks/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tai Chi: Inner Flow
DTSTART:20260919T140000Z
DTEND:20260919T150000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010624-1789812000-1789815600@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, September 19–October 10\n10:00–11:00 AM \nDisc
 over the calming practice of Tai Chi in this welcoming series led by instr
 uctor Paul Lucien. Through gentle\, flowing movements and mindful postures
 \, you’ll cultivate greater balance\, strength\, flexibility\, and inner
  calm while focusing on deep\, intentional breathing. \nOften described as
  “meditation in motion\,” Tai Chi is known to reduce stress\, relax th
 e body\, and quiet the mind. Beginners and experienced practitioners alike
  are welcome to move at their own pace and enjoy the many physical and men
 tal benefits of this ancient practice. All levels are welcome. \nSeries: $
 150\nMembers: $140
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/tai-chi-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Intro to Cyanotype Printing
DTSTART:20260919T170000Z
DTEND:20260919T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010579-1789822800-1789830000@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:arts,education
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Julia Swyers (featured in the August issue of West
 chester Magazine) to discover the beauty of cyanotype\, a photographic pri
 nting process known for its rich blue-and-white images. In this workshop\,
  you’ll learn about the light-sensitive chemistry behind cyanotypes\, co
 at your own paper\, and expose and develop original botanical prints using
  natural materials. Leave with your own unique handmade prints and the kno
 wledge and confidence to continue creating cyanotype art at home. \nThis b
 eginner-friendly workshop is open to everyone—no artistic experience is 
 required. \nAdmission: $55 \nAbout the Instructor\nJulia Swyers first lea
 rned the cyanotype process while studying photography at the School of Vis
 ual Arts. She started making botanical cyanotypes at home as an activity t
 o do with her young daughter using commercially available coated paper. In
  her own art practice\, she began coating her own paper and experimenting 
 with homemade cameras using the cyanotype printing process. She has taught
  all types of learners\, from elementary children in schools to adults in 
 workshops. \n \n  \nThis program is eligible for the JCCMW Arts & Culture
  Passport.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/cyanotype-printing/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sunset Fitness
DTSTART:20260922T210000Z
DTEND:20260922T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T002720Z
UID:10010657-1790096400-1790103600@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays: September 22–October 6\nYoga: 5:00–6:00 PM\nPilo
 xing: 6:15–7:00 PM \nWe are excited to announce Sunset Fitness starting 
 this fall! Join us for offsite JCCMW programming at Westchester Day School
 \, a community partner location. You can enjoy this beautiful outdoor spac
 e right on Long Island Sound. \nThe series will take place at the waterfro
 nt with the setting sun as a picturesque backdrop for your workout. Each e
 vening features two classes led by JCCMW instructors. Yoga\, with Monica T
 euscher\, offers a calming practice designed to connect your mind\, body\,
  and spirit. Piloxing\, with Kila Porter\, is a high-intensity interval-tr
 aining workout that combines Pilates\, boxing\, and dance for a fun\, ener
 getic workout. \nChoose the class that fits your style\, or make it a full
  evening and attend both at a discounted rate! \nPricing \nClasses: $30 ea
 ch or $40 for both classes on the same day\nMembers: $25 each or $35 for b
 oth classes on the same day
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LOCATION:Westchester Day School\, 856 Orienta Ave.\, Mamaroneck\, NY\, 105
 43
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/sunset-fitness/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:A Conversation with Coach Bruce Pearl
DTSTART:20260922T233000Z
DTEND:20260923T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T182610Z
UID:10010661-1790105400-1790110800@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join UJA Westchester for a special evening with Bruce Pearl\, 
 former head coach of the Auburn University men’s basketball team. Drawi
 ng on his experiences on and off the court\, Coach Pearl will share meanin
 gful lessons about leadership\, bringing people together across difference
 s\, and the enduring importance of the U.S./Israel relationship. \nCoach B
 ruce Pearl is a powerful Jewish leader who uses his significant national p
 latform to champion the Jewish community and Israel\, especially since Oct
 ober 7. In 2022\, he brought the Auburn Tigers to Israel on a trip sponsor
 ed by Athletes for Israel. He has spoken before major national organizatio
 ns\, commemorated Holocaust Day in Alabama\, and warmly embraced Auburn’
 s Jewish students\, hosting annual Hanukkah celebrations and regular break
 fasts. \nYou’ll also hear the latest about UJA’s critical work in Isra
 el\, New York\, and throughout the global Jewish community.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/uja-bruce-pearl/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:September Book Club: All Afternoon with Susan Kleinman
DTSTART:20260923T140000Z
DTEND:20260923T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010614-1790157600-1790164800@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:Author Susan Kleinman will join our book club for a special co
 nversation about her novel All Afternoon\, the inspiration behind it\, and
  the characters and themes that bring the story to life. \nSet in a tight-
 knit Jewish community in 1978\, All Afternoon follows Marilyn Weisfeld\, a
  once-promising writer who set aside her literary dreams for marriage and 
 motherhood. Years later\, an old friend of her husband comes to dinner. Be
 stselling author Henry Goldfarb remembers Marilyn’s early stories—and 
 he remembers her. \nWhen Henry encourages Marilyn to write again\, she beg
 ins sneaking into Manhattan each week to meet with him. As she catches gli
 mpses of the life she might have lived\, Marilyn must decide how much she 
 is willing to risk to reclaim a part of herself she thought she had left b
 ehind. \nAdmission: $7\nFree for Arts & Culture Passport holders. \nAbout 
 the Author\nSusan Kleinman is the author of the IPPY Gold-Medal-winning no
 vel All Afternoon. Her short stories have appeared in the American Litera
 ry Review\, CRAFT\, and JewishFiction.com\, and her articles and essays h
 ave run in the New York Times\, New York Magazine\, the Jerusalem Report\,
  the Forward\, Cosmopolitan\, House Beautiful\, and dozens of other publ
 ications in the United States and abroad. She lives in Westchester County\
 , where she is hard at work on her second novel.  \n  \n \n  \nThis pro
 gram is eligible for the JCCMW Arts & Culture Passport.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/all-afternoon/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Arts & Culture Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART:20260924T140000Z
DTEND:20260924T150000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010632-1790244000-1790247600@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy the arts and connecting with people? The JCCMW is
  seeking enthusiastic adult volunteers to support our vibrant arts and cul
 ture programming. \nAs a volunteer\, you’ll play an important role in cr
 eating a welcoming experience for patrons by assisting with greeting\, ush
 ering\, and directing attendees throughout the building during special eve
 nts and performances. \nWhether you’re passionate about the performing a
 rts\, looking to give back to the community\, or simply enjoy meeting new 
 people\, we’d love to hear from you!
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/orientation/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew: Beginner Alef
DTSTART:20260924T220000Z
DTEND:20260924T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010621-1790272800-1790278200@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, September 24–December 17 (no classes November 12
 \, 19\, and 26)\n6:00–7:30 PM \nThis class is for students who can read 
 Hebrew\, but do not have vocabulary words for daily basic conversation. \n
 Students may attend through Zoom. \nSeries: $400
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/conversation-hebrew-3/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Stories That Stay With Us | On Screen: Bookends
DTSTART:20260924T230000Z
DTEND:20260925T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010610-1790276400-1790283600@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:film
DESCRIPTION:Film Screening: 7:00–8:30 PM\nTalkback with Writer/Actor Noa
 m Ash and Director Mike Doyle: 8:30–9:00 PM \n Bookends explores the com
 plexities of caregiving\, intergenerational relationships\, and finding pu
 rpose in life’s unexpected chapters. After a difficult breakup\, Nate (N
 oam Ash) reluctantly moves into his grandparents’ retirement community\,
  where he finds himself navigating family expectations\, new relationships
 \, and the challenges that arise as his Holocaust-surviving grandfather Sa
 ul (F. Murray Abraham) begins showing signs of cognitive decline. \nFollow
 ing the screening\, stay for a special talkback with writer/actor Noam Ash
  and director Mike Doyle\, who will share insights into the making of the 
 film\, its themes\, and the creative process. \nWinner of the ADL Stand Up
  Award\, sponsored by ADL Santa Barbara/Tri-Counties\, at the Santa Barbar
 a International Film Festival. \nSee movie clips here. \nAdmission: $20 \n
 About the Speakers\n \nNoam Ash first gained recognition as the creator o
 f the hit web series My Gay Roommate and subsequent TV pilot Boy-Friends f
 rom Keshet Studios\, which garnered over 11 million views and received cri
 tical acclaim from Vanity Fair and The New York Times. He guest starred in
  HBO Max’s The Other Two\, as well as starred in and executive produced 
 The Ifluencers on Amazon Prime. He appeared in Prime Video’s Absentia an
 d subsequently sold a one-hour drama to Sony Pictures Television. Bookends
 \, which he wrote\, produced\, and starred in\, is his debut feature. \nMi
 ke Doyle is a writer\, director\, and actor. His feature film debut\, Sell
  By\, which he wrote and directed\, premiered in Toronto in 2019 at Inside
  Out\, then traveled the festival circuit garnering awards including Best 
 Feature\, Best Screenplay\, and Best Director. It was acquired by Netflix 
 under the title Almost Love. His next feature\, Passing Through\, premiere
 d in April 2023 in Torino\, Italy\, at the 38th Lover’s Film Festival an
 d is now enjoying a great run on all major platforms. \nMike most recently
  directed the short films Clementine\, Variations\, and The Chase. Mike is
  executive producing and writing the series TODO POR AMOR with director Ja
 yro Bustamante. Mike became WGA when he was hired by Judd Apatow and Univ
 ersal to pen the comedy Untitled Gay Marriage. \nHe is a veteran actor\, w
 ith years of experience in film and television. He was last seen in Fallou
 t\, NBC’s New Amsterdam and Showtime’s City on a Hill. Mike holds a BS
  in Economics from Georgetown\, and he trained as an actor at The Juilliar
 d School. \nAbout the Series\nStories That Stay With Us | On Screen is a f
 ilm series dedicated to powerful\, thought-provoking cinema rooted in real
  experiences. From personal narratives to broader social issues\, each fil
 m highlights stories that resonate beyond the screen—sparking conversati
 on\, deepening understanding\, and connecting our community through film. 
 \n \n  \nThis program is eligible for the JCCMW Arts & Culture Passport.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/bookends/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew: Beginner Gimmel
DTSTART:20260924T233000Z
DTEND:20260925T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010622-1790278200-1790283600@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, September 24–December 17 (no classes November 12
 \, 19\, and 26) \n7:30–9:00 PM \nWe will continue studying the past ten
 se\, review numbers\, and learn how to tell time and age. \nStudents may a
 ttend through Zoom. \nSeries: $400
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/conversation-hebrew-4/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:The Art of Letter-Writing: Inspired by The Paper House
DTSTART:20260925T170000Z
DTEND:20260925T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010616-1790341200-1790346600@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:Rediscover the beauty and meaning of putting pen to paper. Ins
 pired by Barbara Josselsohn’s The Paper House\, this creative writing wo
 rkshop invites you to slow down\, reflect\, and explore the power of a han
 dwritten letter.\n \nIn The Paper House\, Kayla returns to the island home
  of her Great Aunt Tilly and reopens the magical stationery shop where peo
 ple once wrote letters to those they had lost\, missed\, or needed to forg
 ive. As Kayla reconnects with the shop and its history\, she discovers tha
 t putting words on paper can be a way to remember\, heal\, and find yourse
 lf again. \nDrawing inspiration from the themes of the novel\, you’ll be
  guided through thoughtful prompts and creative exercises designed to insp
 ire authentic connection. Write a note of gratitude\, a message to a loved
  one\, a reflection for your future self\, or simply rediscover the joy of
  handwritten correspondence. \nEach participant will leave with a beautifu
 lly handwritten letter\, a copy of The Paper House\, and a packet of stati
 onery to continue the practice of meaningful letter writing long after the
  workshop ends. \nTea\, coffee\, and light snacks will be served. \nAdmiss
 ion: $50 \nAbout the Presenter\nBarbara Josselsohn is a best-selling autho
 r of nine historical and contemporary novels\, including her newest\, The 
 Secret Orphanage\, a multigenerational story about an American schoolteach
 er who becomes embroiled in the French Resistance and a present-day librar
 ian intent on discovering her grandfather’s wartime secrets. \nBarbara i
 s a member of the Women’s Fiction Writers Association and teaches writin
 g workshops at the Writing Institute at Sarah Lawrence College\, Westport 
 Writers Workshop\, Scarsdale Library\, and privately. She has published hu
 ndreds of articles and essays in major and regional publications about fam
 ily\, home\, and relationships. \n \n  \nThis program is eligible for the
  JCCMW Arts & Culture Passport.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/letter-writing/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Pickleball 101: Get Court Ready
DTSTART:20260927T154500Z
DTEND:20260927T171500Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010591-1790509500-1790514900@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:sports
DESCRIPTION:New to pickleball? Start here! Coach Geri will introduce you t
 o the rules and scoring\, and teach you basic shots and simple strategy. Y
 ou’ll have fun and develop your skills in a relaxed environment. \nAdmis
 sion: $45\nMembers: $40 \n\nAbout the Instructor\nGeraldine Zorn has been 
 a dedicated fitness instructor since 2012 and a pickleball coach since 202
 3\, teaching numerous classes and helping players of all levels improve th
 eir game. With a passion for making the sport fun and accessible\, she foc
 uses on building skills\, confidence\, and a strong sense of community on 
 the court. As a bilingual instructor fluent in English and Spanish\, she e
 njoys connecting with a wide range of players and creating an inclusive le
 arning environment where everyone feels welcome.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122333Z
LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/pickleball-101/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Chakra Workshop
DTSTART:20260928T170000Z
DTEND:20260928T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010609-1790600400-1790605800@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:From the ancient Mayans of Central America to the Vedics of So
 utheast Asia\, many cultures across the globe have worked with chakras (en
 ergy centers in the body) to enhance physical and emotional well-being. In
  this “playshop” (aka a fun workshop)\, you will learn about the theor
 y and history of chakras\, experience a chakra meditation\, and enjoy crea
 ting art. Absolutely no art or meditation experience is needed for this fu
 n and engaging session. You will leave feeling energized and restored! \nA
 dmission: $25 \nAbout the Instructor\nKaty Romita is a certified meditatio
 n instructor\, an energy and sound healing facilitator\, an Usui Reiki II 
 practitioner\, and a student of Lodro Rinzler’s Advanced Buddhist Studie
 s\, bringing nearly two decades of experience in a variety of meditation a
 nd healing practices.  \n \n  \nThis program is eligible for the JCCMW A
 rts & Culture Passport.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122333Z
LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/chakra-workshop/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew: Low Intermediate Bet
DTSTART:20260928T220000Z
DTEND:20260928T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010617-1790618400-1790623800@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, September 28–December 14 (no classes November 9 an
 d 16)\n6:00–7:30 PM \nContinue building confidence in conversation with 
 nuanced grammar\, expanded vocabulary\, and real-life scenarios. You will 
 master the past tense of verbs in pa’al\, work on prepositional phrases\
 , and learn the ordinal numbers. Suitable for students who have completed 
 Low intermediate Aleph. \nStudents may attend through Zoom. \nSeries: $400
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122333Z
LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/conversation-hebrew/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew: Low Intermediate Gimmel
DTSTART:20260928T233000Z
DTEND:20260929T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010619-1790623800-1790629200@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, September 28–December 14 (no classes November 9 an
 d 16)\n7:30–9:00 PM \nLearn verbs in the past tense in different pattern
 s and begin working on the future tense. \nStudents may attend through Zoo
 m. \nSeries: $400
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122333Z
LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/conversation-hebrew-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Intro to Hebrew Reading
DTSTART:20260929T143000Z
DTEND:20260929T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10009108-1790677800-1790683200@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays: September 29–December 15 (no class on October 13 o
 r 27)\n10:30 AM–12:00 PM \nHave you always wanted to learn how to read m
 odern Hebrew? If you are starting from Aleph (the very beginning) this cla
 ss is for you! Students will master letter and vowel recognition\, and lea
 rn the basics of Hebrew literacy. No prior Hebrew knowledge is necessary. 
 \nQuestions? Please contact Debra Cohen. \nAdmission: $400.00
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122333Z
LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/hebrew-reading/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Intro to Cyanotype Printing
DTSTART:20260929T170000Z
DTEND:20260929T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010625-1790686800-1790694000@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:arts,education
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Julia Swyers (featured in the August issue of West
 chester Magazine) to discover the beauty of cyanotype\, a photographic pri
 nting process known for its rich blue-and-white images. In this workshop\,
  you’ll learn about the light-sensitive chemistry behind cyanotypes\, co
 at your own paper\, and expose and develop original botanical prints using
  natural materials. Leave with your own unique handmade prints and the kno
 wledge and confidence to continue creating cyanotype art at home. \nThis b
 eginner-friendly workshop is open to everyone—no artistic experience is 
 required. \nAdmission: $55 \nAbout the Instructor\nJulia Swyers first lea
 rned the cyanotype process while studying photography at the School of Vis
 ual Arts. She started making botanical cyanotypes at home as an activity t
 o do with her young daughter using commercially available coated paper. In
  her own art practice\, she began coating her own paper and experimenting 
 with homemade cameras using the cyanotype printing process. She has taught
  all types of learners\, from elementary children in schools to adults in 
 workshops.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122333Z
LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/cyanotype-printing-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sunset Fitness
DTSTART:20260929T210000Z
DTEND:20260929T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T182630Z
UID:10010645-1790701200-1790708400@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays: September 29–October 6\nYoga: 5:00–6:00 PM\nPilo
 xing: 6:15–7:00 PM \nWe are excited to announce Sunset Fitness\, startin
 g this fall! Join us for offsite JCCMW programming at Westchester Day Scho
 ol\, a community partner location. You can enjoy this beautiful outdoor sp
 ace right on Long Island Sound. \nThe series will take place at the waterf
 ront with the setting sun as a picturesque backdrop for your workout. Each
  evening features two classes led by JCCMW instructors. Yoga\, with Monica
  Teuscher\, offers a calming practice designed to connect your mind\, body
 \, and spirit. Piloxing\, with Kila Porter\, is a high-intensity interval-
 training workout that combines Pilates\, boxing\, and dance for a fun\, en
 ergetic workout. \nChoose the class that fits your style\, or make it a fu
 ll evening and attend both at a discounted rate! \nPricing \nClasses: $30 
 each or $40 for both classes on the same day\nMembers: $25 each or $35 for
  both classes on the same day
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LOCATION:Westchester Day School\, 856 Orienta Ave.\, Mamaroneck\, NY\, 105
 43
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/sunset-fitness-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Stories That Stay With Us | In Conversation: Breathing Under Water
  with Jacqueline Friedland
DTSTART:20260929T230000Z
DTEND:20260930T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010612-1790708400-1790713800@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:7:00–8:00 PM: Moderated Conversation and Q&A\n8:00–8:30 PM
 : Mingle and Book Signing \n Spend an evening with best-selling author Jac
 queline Friedland and moderator Vanessa Kroll Bennett as they discuss Frie
 dland’s newest novel\, Breathing Under Water.\n \nIn this moving story o
 f resilience\, family\, and unexpected connection\, two women facing chall
 enges find their lives intertwined through a teenage boy with autism. As e
 ach navigates impossible choices and personal struggles\, they discover th
 e strength that can emerge through compassion\, community\, and the willin
 gness to accept help. \nModerated by Vanessa Kroll Bennett\, the conversat
 ion will explore the inspiration behind the novel\, Jacqueline’s writing
  process\, and the themes of motherhood\, caregiving\, sacrifice\, and hum
 an connection that shape the story. Audience members will have the opportu
 nity to ask questions during the Q&A\, followed by time to mingle and have
  their books signed. \nAdmission: $36 (includes a copy of the book) \nAbou
 t the Author\n \nJacqueline Friedland is the USA Today and Amazon best-sel
 ling author of both historical and contemporary women’s fiction. A gradu
 ate of the University of Pennsylvania and NYU Law School\, she practiced a
 s a commercial litigator for as long as she could stand it. She then retur
 ned to school to earn her MFA in Creative Writing from Sarah Lawrence Coll
 ege. She has been writing ever since.  \nJackie’s books have been award
 ed the 2020 and 2021 gold medals in fiction from Readers’ Favorite. Her 
 novels have also been named the 2021 Kirkus Reviews Best Indie Book of the
  Year\, the SheReads Best Book Club Pick of 2021\, and the Women’s Ficti
 on Writers Association Star finalist for 2022. She regularly reviews ficti
 on for trade publications and appears at schools and other locations as a 
 guest lecturer. Her sixth novel\, Breathing Under Water\, has generated si
 gnificant pre-publication buzz\, receiving a starred review from Booklist 
 and being named a highly anticipated summer read by People\, Zibby Owens\,
  and the Jewish Joy Book Club. The book arrives from Harper Muse in August
  2026. \nAbout the Moderator\nVanessa Kroll Bennett is a national bestsell
 ing author\, podcaster and speaker who helps adults raise tweens and teens
  with joy. She is the author of the forthcoming book Teenhood: Confessions
  & Lessons for the Trickiest Phase of Parenting. She is co-author of the b
 estselling book This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained\, co-host of 
 the This Is So Awkward podcast\, and Cofounder of Less Awkward\, a company
  dedicated to making growing up more comfortable. Vanessa was the founder 
 of Dynamo Girl\, a company focused on building kids’ self-esteem through
  sports and puberty education. \nVanessa speaks regularly to audiences\, u
 sing science and humor to encourage open (albeit awkward) conversations—
 a relatable\, reliable approach to help keep kids safe and healthy. Vaness
 a is a graduate of Wellesley College and holds an MA in Jewish History\, b
 ut perhaps her most important schooling comes from raising her own four ch
 ildren\, ages 15 to 23. \nAbout the Series\nStories That Stay With Us | In
  Conversation: Our Literary Programs bring the community together around b
 ooks\, ideas\, and storytelling. From author talks to community-wide book 
 clubs and memoir discussions\, these programs spark conversation\, reflect
 ion\, and connection across generations. \n \n  \nThis program is eligibl
 e for the JCCMW Arts & Culture Passport.
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LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/breathing-under-water/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Before the Ballot: Insight into Israeli Politics and Society
DTSTART:20260930T150000Z
DTEND:20260930T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T122333Z
UID:10010603-1790766000-1790771400@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Gain a deeper understanding of the forces shaping Israel’s 2
 026 elections in this timely and engaging conversation with Westchester’
 s community shlicha (emissary) Hila Madar Itzkovitz. You’ll explore how 
 Israel’s electoral system works\, the major issues influencing voters\, 
 and the political and social dynamics driving the national conversation. \
 nDesigned to make a complex topic accessible and relevant\, this session w
 ill provide valuable context for understanding Israel’s diverse society 
 and the perspectives of its many voter groups. \nA kosher lunch will be se
 rved. \nAdmission: $25 \nAbout the Presenter\nHila Madar Itzkovitz is a se
 nior community shlicha (emissary) for Westchester and the director of the 
 Westchester Israeli Emissaries in Westchester. In this role\, she works to
  strengthen the relationship between Israel and local Jewish communities\,
  fostering meaningful connections through education\, dialogue\, and cultu
 ral engagement. \nBefore her current role she developed programs\, delegat
 ions\, and seminars that fostered broad collaborations between communities
 \, served as educational program manager at the Jewish Agency for Israel a
 nd worked as a project manager at Lotem NGO\, advancing accessible nature 
 education\, and as an educational tour guide with the Israel Nature and Pa
 rks Authority and Birthright. Hila holds an MA in Jewish-American and Isra
 eli Relations and BAs in Geography and Israel Studies\, both from the Univ
 ersity of Haifa.  \n \n  \nThis program is eligible for the JCCMW Arts &
  Culture Passport.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122333Z
LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/before-the-ballot/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Mixology in the Sukkah
DTSTART:20260930T230000Z
DTEND:20261001T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T062649Z
UID:10010628-1790794800-1790800200@jccmw.org
CATEGORIES:drink,holiday
DESCRIPTION:Gather in the sukkah for an evening of festive cocktails\, del
 icious snacks\, and great company. A professional mixologist from Clink wi
 th Colleen will demonstrate how to create seasonal\, fall-inspired cocktai
 ls perfect for the holiday season and share tips and techniques you can us
 e at home. \nEnjoy a relaxed and social atmosphere as you sip\, snack\, an
 d celebrate Sukkot with friends old and new. \nAdmission: $30
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062649Z
LOCATION:JCCMW\, 999 Wilmot Road\, Scarsdale\, NY\, 10583\, United States
URL:https://jccmw.org/event/mixology/
X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Mid-Westchester
X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccmw.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR