Join your community of seniors over 65 for thought-provoking discussion on the latest current events!
This group meets approximately every Friday to explore the most pressing issues happening around the world. We will analyze and discuss the news making the headlines. Topics typically include Foreign Policy, U.S. Politics, Elections Around the World, Understanding Global Conflicts, and more all in a respectful and open-minded environment.
All perspectives are welcome!
Click here to sign up (Zoom only).
Endless Opportunities is a community program that offers educational and social events for active adults 60+ to learn, socialize, laugh and make friends.
Activities are held 3-4 times per month around King County and include speakers on a range of topics including current events, science, religion, travel, and music. Programs also include outings like museum tours, nature walks, and volunteer activities.
Endless Opportunities is made possible by the Stroum Jewish Community Center, and is supported by these sponsors: Congregation Beth Shalom, Congregation Kol Ami, Jewish Family Service, Kline Galland, Temple Beth Am, Temple B’nai Torah, and Temple De Hirsch Sinai.
Join us for a moving firsthand account of Japanese American life during World War II, as Judy Kusakabe shares her family’s experience of incarceration at the Puyallup Fairgrounds. One of 120,000 Japanese Americans forcibly removed from their homes, Judy brings to life the stories of those who endured unimaginable conditions with resilience and strength.
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Join us for a powerful and eye-opening session led by Dr. Marvin E. Goldberg, as we explore the subtle but damaging messages our culture sends about aging. From media to advertising to everyday interactions, we’ll uncover how these negative images impact our health—and what we can do to resist them. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to challenge ageism and live more fully at every stage of life.
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Discover the joy of challah-making in this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn classic braiding techniques and elevate your loaf with delicious sweet fillings. From traditional styles to creative twists, you’ll leave with both new skills and something beautiful (and tasty) to share!
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Lunch in the SukkahCelebrate the joyful festival of Sukkot with a festive lunch in our beautiful sukkah! Savor a delicious dairy meal (not kosher) while enjoying the tradition of dining under the open sky. Don’t miss this special gathering of food, community, and connection.
Please register by Monday, October 6 so we can prepare enough for everyone!
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Second Annual Jewish TriviaPut your knowledge to the test at our second annual Jewish Trivia with Jeopardy Champion Harris Stutman! Last year’s event was such a hit, we had to bring it back—this time with even tougher questions. Enjoy an afternoon of laughter, camaraderie, and a dash of friendly competition as you team up, test your trivia chops, and compete for prizes!
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Join us for an eye-opening talk with Paul Burstein, UW professor emeritus of Sociology, Jewish Studies, and Political Science, as he unpacks the troubling rise in antisemitism locally, nationally, and around the world.
Discover the forces fueling this well-organized, well-financed campaign—and why its influence is growing, even among some Jews.
Register here.
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