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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - Film: The Niggun + Discussion w/ Rabbi Chazan Pescador & Prof. Julian Levinson
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 25 Years of Jewish Cinema\nIn honor of the **Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival’s 25th Anniversary** \, we are\nproud to present a special showcase of **25 films** throughout the season. We\nare excited to launch our new **Shorts Series Discussion Panels** \, providing\na space for powerful storytelling followed by community conversation.\nWhen & Where\n  * **Time:** 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM weekly\n  * **Location:** The JCC of Greater Ann Arbor\n  * **Format:** Screenings followed by moderated panels and light snacks.\nExpert Panels\nEach week features guest experts\, including local professors\, rabbis\,\ndirectors\, artists\, and filmmakers\, offering unique insights into Jewish\nhistory and identity.\nTickets & Sponsorship\n  * **General Admission:** $15 per session at check-in\, or $72 for the series online in advance.\n  * **Sponsorship:** All films in this series are **included** with Festival Sponsorship.\n  * **To Support:** To become a sponsor\, please reach out to **Marci Sturman** or visit the **JCC Front Desk**.\nThe Shorts Series Lineup\n  * **Oscar Nominees Night:** Featuring 2026 Academy Award® nominees **_Butcher’s Stain_** and **_Children No More_** \, plus two bonus shorts: **_Frequency_** and **_Last Respects_**.\n  * **_Windows on Rue de St. Dominique_** : An artistic exploration featuring filmmaker **Simcha Shtull** (sister of our own **Dina Shtull**)\, alongside **Professor Karla Goldman** and local artist and community favorite **Ron Sussman**.\n  * **Food & Family:** A double feature of **_Babka_** and **_Double Happiness_**. Includes a recipe share and food competition! **_Please bring your favorite Babka or Jewish recipes and your best Babka for our Bubbe’s Best Babka competition!_**\n  * **_That’s How You Make a Torah_** : A deep dive into sacred craft with the film’s cinematographer and local Rabbinical leadership.\n  * **History & Heroism:** A poignant screening of **_Wallenberg_**  and **_Ice Cream Man_**  with a discussion led by an expert panel.\n  * **_The Niggun_** : An exploration of Yiddish culture\, music\, and spirituality with **Rabbi Chazan Pescador** and **Professor Julian Levinson**. \nOrganized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15756
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/ann-arbor-jewish-film-festival-shorts-series-film-the-niggun-discussion-w-rabbi-chazan-pescador-prof-julian-levinson/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Active Aging,Adults,Advocacy,After October 7,Aging,Antisemitism,Arts & Culture,Bible,College Students,Disability & Inclusion,Environment and Sustainability,Food,Grandparents,Health & Wellness,Hebrew and Yiddish,History,Holocaust,Interfaith,Israel,Israel in Crisis,Jewish Learning,Leadership,LGBTQI,Mental Health,Music,Older Adults,Parenting,Parents,Politics & Current Affairs,Pride,Science & Technology,Social Justice,Spirituality,Travel Experiences,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260622T231604Z
CREATED:20260531T225024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T231604Z
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday LGBTQ+ Pride Kabbalat Shabbat + Parve Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an evening of Pride! We will sing\, pray\, and hear readings\nfrom the work of acclaimed Jewish lesbian poet Stephanie Glazier. Immediately\nfollowing services we will have a parve potluck. \nJCC is a nut-free and vegetarian facility — please keep this in mind when\npreparing your dish. \nOrganized by: Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15998
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/fourth-friday-lgbtq-pride-kabbalat-shabbat-parve-potluck/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:All Ages,English Speaking,LGBTQI,Parking (free),Pride,Spirituality,Vegetarian Friendly,Wheelchair Accessible
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation":MAILTO:director@aarecon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260623T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260517T111609Z
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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - Wallenberg & Ice Cream Man: Short Films & Expert Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 25 Years of Jewish Cinema\nIn honor of the **Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival’s 25th Anniversary** \, we are\nproud to present a special showcase of **25 films** throughout the season. We\nare excited to launch our new **Shorts Series Discussion Panels** \, providing\na space for powerful storytelling followed by community conversation.\nWhen & Where\n  * **Time:** 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM weekly\n  * **Location:** The JCC of Greater Ann Arbor\n  * **Format:** Screenings followed by moderated panels and light snacks.\nExpert Panels\nEach week features guest experts\, including local professors\, rabbis\,\ndirectors\, artists\, and filmmakers\, offering unique insights into Jewish\nhistory and identity.\nTickets & Sponsorship\n  * **General Admission:** $15 per session at check-in\, or $72 for the series online in advance.\n  * **Sponsorship:** All films in this series are **included** with Festival Sponsorship.\n  * **To Support:** To become a sponsor\, please reach out to **Marci Sturman** or visit the **JCC Front Desk**.\nThe Shorts Series Lineup\n  * **Oscar Nominees Night:** Featuring 2026 Academy Award® nominees **_Butcher’s Stain_** and **_Children No More_** \, plus two bonus shorts: **_Frequency_** and **_Last Respects_**.\n  * **_Windows on Rue de St. Dominique_** : An artistic exploration featuring filmmaker **Simcha Shtull** (sister of our own **Dina Shtull**)\, alongside **Professor Karla Goldman** and local artist and community favorite **Ron Sussman**.\n  * **Food & Family:** A double feature of **_Babka_** and **_Double Happiness_**. Includes a recipe share and food competition! **_Please bring your favorite Babka or Jewish recipes and your best Babka for our Bubbe’s Best Babka competition!_**\n  * **_That’s How You Make a Torah_** : A deep dive into sacred craft with the film’s cinematographer and local Rabbinical leadership.\n  * **History & Heroism:** A poignant screening of **_Wallenberg_**  and **_Ice Cream Man_**  with a discussion led by an expert panel.\n  * **_The Niggun_** : An exploration of Yiddish culture\, music\, and spirituality with **Rabbi Chazan Pescador** and **Professor Julian Levinson**. \nOrganized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15756
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/ann-arbor-jewish-film-festival-shorts-series-wallenberg-ice-cream-man-short-films-expert-discussion/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Active Aging,Adults,Advocacy,After October 7,Aging,Antisemitism,Arts & Culture,Bible,College Students,Disability & Inclusion,Environment and Sustainability,Food,Grandparents,Health & Wellness,Hebrew and Yiddish,History,Holocaust,Interfaith,Israel,Israel in Crisis,Jewish Learning,Leadership,LGBTQI,Mental Health,Music,Older Adults,Parenting,Parents,Politics & Current Affairs,Pride,Science & Technology,Social Justice,Spirituality,Travel Experiences,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260517T101618Z
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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - hat’s How You Make a Torah: Film & Expert Panel Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 25 Years of Jewish Cinema\nIn honor of the **Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival’s 25th Anniversary** \, we are\nproud to present a special showcase of **25 films** throughout the season. We\nare excited to launch our new **Shorts Series Discussion Panels** \, providing\na space for powerful storytelling followed by community conversation.\nWhen & Where\n  * **Time:** 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM weekly\n  * **Location:** The JCC of Greater Ann Arbor\n  * **Format:** Screenings followed by moderated panels and light snacks.\nExpert Panels\nEach week features guest experts\, including local professors\, rabbis\,\ndirectors\, artists\, and filmmakers\, offering unique insights into Jewish\nhistory and identity.\nTickets & Sponsorship\n  * **General Admission:** $15 per session at check-in\, or $72 for the series online in advance.\n  * **Sponsorship:** All films in this series are **included** with Festival Sponsorship.\n  * **To Support:** To become a sponsor\, please reach out to **Marci Sturman** or visit the **JCC Front Desk**.\nThe Shorts Series Lineup\n  * **Oscar Nominees Night:** Featuring 2026 Academy Award® nominees **_Butcher’s Stain_** and **_Children No More_** \, plus two bonus shorts: **_Frequency_** and **_Last Respects_**.\n  * **_Windows on Rue de St. Dominique_** : An artistic exploration featuring filmmaker **Simcha Shtull** (sister of our own **Dina Shtull**)\, alongside **Professor Karla Goldman** and local artist and community favorite **Ron Sussman**.\n  * **Food & Family:** A double feature of **_Babka_** and **_Double Happiness_**. Includes a recipe share and food competition! **_Please bring your favorite Babka or Jewish recipes and your best Babka for our Bubbe’s Best Babka competition!_**\n  * **_That’s How You Make a Torah_** : A deep dive into sacred craft with the film’s cinematographer and local Rabbinical leadership.\n  * **History & Heroism:** A poignant screening of **_Wallenberg_**  and **_Ice Cream Man_**  with a discussion led by an expert panel.\n  * **_The Niggun_** : An exploration of Yiddish culture\, music\, and spirituality with **Rabbi Chazan Pescador** and **Professor Julian Levinson**. \nOrganized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15756
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/ann-arbor-jewish-film-festival-shorts-series-hats-how-you-make-a-torah-film-expert-panel-qa/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Active Aging,Adults,Advocacy,After October 7,Aging,Antisemitism,Arts & Culture,Bible,College Students,Disability & Inclusion,Environment and Sustainability,Food,Grandparents,Health & Wellness,Hebrew and Yiddish,History,Holocaust,Interfaith,Israel,Israel in Crisis,Jewish Learning,Leadership,LGBTQI,Mental Health,Music,Older Adults,Parenting,Parents,Politics & Current Affairs,Pride,Science & Technology,Social Justice,Spirituality,Travel Experiences,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260609T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260517T091619Z
CREATED:20260517T091619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T091619Z
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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - Films: Babka & Double Happiness + Recipe Share & Food Competition
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 25 Years of Jewish Cinema\nIn honor of the **Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival’s 25th Anniversary** \, we are\nproud to present a special showcase of **25 films** throughout the season. We\nare excited to launch our new **Shorts Series Discussion Panels** \, providing\na space for powerful storytelling followed by community conversation.\nWhen & Where\n  * **Time:** 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM weekly\n  * **Location:** The JCC of Greater Ann Arbor\n  * **Format:** Screenings followed by moderated panels and light snacks.\nExpert Panels\nEach week features guest experts\, including local professors\, rabbis\,\ndirectors\, artists\, and filmmakers\, offering unique insights into Jewish\nhistory and identity.\nTickets & Sponsorship\n  * **General Admission:** $15 per session at check-in\, or $72 for the series online in advance.\n  * **Sponsorship:** All films in this series are **included** with Festival Sponsorship.\n  * **To Support:** To become a sponsor\, please reach out to **Marci Sturman** or visit the **JCC Front Desk**.\nThe Shorts Series Lineup\n  * **Oscar Nominees Night:** Featuring 2026 Academy Award® nominees **_Butcher’s Stain_** and **_Children No More_** \, plus two bonus shorts: **_Frequency_** and **_Last Respects_**.\n  * **_Windows on Rue de St. Dominique_** : An artistic exploration featuring filmmaker **Simcha Shtull** (sister of our own **Dina Shtull**)\, alongside **Professor Karla Goldman** and local artist and community favorite **Ron Sussman**.\n  * **Food & Family:** A double feature of **_Babka_** and **_Double Happiness_**. Includes a recipe share and food competition! **_Please bring your favorite Babka or Jewish recipes and your best Babka for our Bubbe’s Best Babka competition!_**\n  * **_That’s How You Make a Torah_** : A deep dive into sacred craft with the film’s cinematographer and local Rabbinical leadership.\n  * **History & Heroism:** A poignant screening of **_Wallenberg_**  and **_Ice Cream Man_**  with a discussion led by an expert panel.\n  * **_The Niggun_** : An exploration of Yiddish culture\, music\, and spirituality with **Rabbi Chazan Pescador** and **Professor Julian Levinson**. \nOrganized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15756
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/ann-arbor-jewish-film-festival-shorts-series-films-babka-double-happiness-recipe-share-food-competition/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Active Aging,Adults,Advocacy,After October 7,Aging,Antisemitism,Arts & Culture,Bible,College Students,Disability & Inclusion,Environment and Sustainability,Food,Grandparents,Health & Wellness,Hebrew and Yiddish,History,Holocaust,Interfaith,Israel,Israel in Crisis,Jewish Learning,Leadership,LGBTQI,Mental Health,Music,Older Adults,Parenting,Parents,Politics & Current Affairs,Pride,Science & Technology,Social Justice,Spirituality,Travel Experiences,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260605T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T051602Z
CREATED:20260515T091619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T051602Z
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SUMMARY:TBE Pride Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Please join Mishpacha for our annual Pride Shabbat service at Temple Beth\nEmeth on June 5 at 6:30 p.m. in-person and on Zoom. Click learn more to join\nby Zoom. \nOrganized by: Temple Beth Emeth \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15878
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/tbe-pride-shabbat-2/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Emeth 2309 Packard St\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:All Ages,LGBTQI
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ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Beth Emeth":MAILTO:tbe@templebethemeth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T145503Z
CREATED:20260515T091617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T145503Z
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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - Windows on Rue de St. Dominique: Film Screening\, Panel & Local Artist
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 25 Years of Jewish Cinema\nIn honor of the **Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival’s 25th Anniversary** \, we are\nproud to present a special showcase of **25 films** throughout the season. We\nare excited to launch our new **Shorts Series Discussion Panels** \, providing\na space for powerful storytelling followed by community conversation.\nWhen & Where\n  * **Time:** 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM weekly\n  * **Location:** The JCC of Greater Ann Arbor\n  * **Format:** Screenings followed by moderated panels and light snacks.\nExpert Panels\nEach week features guest experts\, including local professors\, rabbis\,\ndirectors\, artists\, and filmmakers\, offering unique insights into Jewish\nhistory and identity.\nTickets & Sponsorship\n  * **General Admission:** $15 per session at check-in\, or $72 for the series online in advance.\n  * **Sponsorship:** All films in this series are **included** with Festival Sponsorship.\n  * **To Support:** To become a sponsor\, please reach out to **Marci Sturman** or visit the **JCC Front Desk**.\nThe Shorts Series Lineup\n  * **Oscar Nominees Night:** Featuring 2026 Academy Award® nominees **_Butcher’s Stain_** and **_Children No More_** \, plus two bonus shorts: **_Frequency_** and **_Last Respects_**.\n  * **_Windows on Rue de St. Dominique_** : An artistic exploration featuring filmmaker **Simcha Shtull** (sister of our own **Dina Shtull**)\, alongside **Professor Karla Goldman** and local artist and community favorite **Ron Sussman**.\n  * **Food & Family:** A double feature of **_Babka_** and **_Double Happiness_**. Includes a recipe share and food competition! **_Please bring your favorite Babka or Jewish recipes and your best Babka for our Bubbe’s Best Babka competition!_**\n  * **_That’s How You Make a Torah_** : A deep dive into sacred craft with the film’s cinematographer and local Rabbinical leadership.\n  * **History & Heroism:** A poignant screening of **_Wallenberg_**  and **_Ice Cream Man_**  with a discussion led by an expert panel.\n  * **_The Niggun_** : An exploration of Yiddish culture\, music\, and spirituality with **Rabbi Chazan Pescador** and **Professor Julian Levinson**. \nOrganized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15756
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/ann-arbor-jewish-film-festival-shorts-series-windows-on-rue-de-st-dominique-film-screening-panel-local-artist/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Active Aging,Adults,Advocacy,After October 7,Aging,Antisemitism,Arts & Culture,Bible,College Students,Disability & Inclusion,Environment and Sustainability,Food,Grandparents,Health & Wellness,Hebrew and Yiddish,History,Holocaust,Interfaith,Israel,Israel in Crisis,Jewish Learning,Leadership,LGBTQI,Mental Health,Music,Older Adults,Parenting,Parents,Politics & Current Affairs,Pride,Science & Technology,Social Justice,Spirituality,Travel Experiences,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T171604Z
CREATED:20260510T035520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T171604Z
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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - Oscar Shorts Showcase: 4 Films\, Light Snacks & Community Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 25 Years of Jewish Cinema\nIn honor of the **Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival’s 25th Anniversary** \, we are\nproud to present a special showcase of **25 films** throughout the season. We\nare excited to launch our new **Shorts Series Discussion Panels** \, providing\na space for powerful storytelling followed by community conversation.\nWhen & Where\n  * **Time:** 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM weekly\n  * **Location:** The JCC of Greater Ann Arbor\n  * **Format:** Screenings followed by moderated panels and light snacks.\nExpert Panels\nEach week features guest experts\, including local professors\, rabbis\,\ndirectors\, artists\, and filmmakers\, offering unique insights into Jewish\nhistory and identity.\nTickets & Sponsorship\n  * **General Admission:** $15 per session at check-in\, or $72 for the series online in advance.\n  * **Sponsorship:** All films in this series are **included** with Festival Sponsorship.\n  * **To Support:** To become a sponsor\, please reach out to **Marci Sturman** or visit the **JCC Front Desk**.\nThe Shorts Series Lineup\n  * **Oscar Nominees Night:** Featuring 2026 Academy Award® nominees **_Butcher’s Stain_** and **_Children No More_** \, plus two bonus shorts: **_Frequency_** and **_Last Respects_**.\n  * **_Windows on Rue de St. Dominique_** : An artistic exploration featuring filmmaker **Simcha Shtull** (sister of our own **Dina Shtull**)\, alongside **Professor Karla Goldman** and local artist and community favorite **Ron Sussman**.\n  * **Food & Family:** A double feature of **_Babka_** and **_Double Happiness_**. Includes a recipe share and food competition! **_Please bring your favorite Babka or Jewish recipes and your best Babka for our Bubbe’s Best Babka competition!_**\n  * **_That’s How You Make a Torah_** : A deep dive into sacred craft with the film’s cinematographer and local Rabbinical leadership.\n  * **History & Heroism:** A poignant screening of **_Wallenberg_**  and **_Ice Cream Man_**  with a discussion led by an expert panel.\n  * **_The Niggun_** : An exploration of Yiddish culture\, music\, and spirituality with **Rabbi Chazan Pescador** and **Professor Julian Levinson**. \nOrganized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15756
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/ann-arbor-jewish-film-festival-shorts-series-oscar-shorts-showcase-4-films-light-snacks-community-discussion/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Active Aging,Adults,Advocacy,After October 7,Aging,Antisemitism,Arts & Culture,Bible,College Students,Disability & Inclusion,Environment and Sustainability,Food,Grandparents,Health & Wellness,Hebrew and Yiddish,History,Holocaust,Interfaith,Israel,Israel in Crisis,Jewish Learning,Leadership,LGBTQI,Mental Health,Music,Older Adults,Parenting,Parents,Politics & Current Affairs,Pride,Science & Technology,Social Justice,Spirituality,Travel Experiences,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T183000
DTSTAMP:20260321T091624Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Book Series: Milena and Margarete with Gwen Strauss
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the JCC on **Tuesday\, April 7** from **5-6:30 PM** for an\nin-person visit from Gwen Strauss\, author of _Milena and Margarete: A Love\nStory in Ravensbrück._ \n**_Book Blurb_** \nFrom the moment they met in 1940 in Ravensbrück concentration camp\, Milena\nJesenska and Margarete Buber-Neumann were inseparable. Czech Milena was\nKafka’s first translator and epistolary lover\, and a journalist opposed to\nfascism. A non-conformist\, bi-sexual feminist\, she was way ahead of her time.\nWith the German occupation of Czechoslovakia\, her home became a central\nmeeting place for Jewish refugees. German Margarete\, born to a middle-class\nfamily\, married the son of the Jewish philosopher Martin Buber. But soon swept\nup in the fervor of the Bolshevik Revolution\, she met her second partner\, the\nCommunist Heinz Neumann. Called to Moscow for his “political deviations\,” he\nfell victim to Stalin’s purges while Margarete was exiled to the hell of the\nSoviet gulag. Two years later\, traded by Stalin to Hitler\, she ended up\noutside Berlin in Ravensbrück\, the only concentration camp built for women. \nMilena and Margarete loved each other at the risk of their lives. But in the\npost-war survivors’ accounts\, lesbians were stigmatized\, and survivors kept\nsilent. This book explores those silences\, and finally celebrates two strong\nwomen who never gave up and continue to inspire. As Margaret wrote: “I was\nthankful for having been sent to Ravensbrück\, because it was there I met\nMilena.” \n _JCC community events and programs are open to all regardless of faith or\nbackground. All are welcome._ \nOrganized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor \nView event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14347
URL:https://www.jewishannarbor.org/event/jewish-book-series-milena-and-margarete-with-gwen-strauss/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr\, Ann Arbor
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arrival / Check In,College Students,Educational,Holocaust,LGBTQI,Older Adults,Special Guest,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="JCC of Greater Ann Arbor":MAILTO:jcc@jccannarbor.org
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