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Remembering the Holocaust

Join us in honoring International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27, a time to reflect, remember and reaffirm our commitment to combating hatred and antisemitism.

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May It Be

A prayer upon the return of the hostages.

By Shalom Hartman Institute’s Ritual Center

(Photo: Moshe Filberg/ReGrow Israel)

Event / February 11, 7:00 pm

“I Am Free … But Who Is Left?” Film Screening

Hosted by Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies

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Global Emergency: Half of Adults Have Antisemitic Views

A worldwide ADL survey finds that 46% of the population believes in a number of anti-Jewish tropes and 20% have never heard of the Holocaust.

By Luke Tress & Zev Stub

For The Times of Israel

Izzy Arbeiter in Stuttgart, Germany, after liberation (Courtesy photo)

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The Izzy Arbeiter Story

Holocaust survivor Israel “Izzy” Arbeiter shares his story about growing up in six concentration camps.

By JewishBoston

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“We Owe These Kids Everything”: Giving Israel’s Youngest Survivors Hope for the Future

After the Oct. 7 attacks, CJP’s Israel Emergency Fund supported the Israeli Children’s Fund in providing vital care, resources, and hope to over 470 young survivors.

By Kate Whitney

For Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

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Wildfire Crisis Relief

Our hearts are with the people of Los Angeles. To help those affected by the wildfires, visit the Wildfire Crisis Relief Fund from the Jewish Federation Los Angeles.

By Jewish Federation Los Angeles

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Sandra Mayo Maps Family Trauma Through Genogram Art

Sandra Mayo, a CJP and JArts Community Creative Fellow, uses genogram art to transform family trauma into powerful visual stories that connect past and present.

By Kara Baskin

For JewishBoston

(Photo: Moshe Filberg/ReGrow Israel)

Event / January 26, 4:00 pm

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: “Remember This” Film Screening

Hosted by Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture, JCRC Holocaust Education, Boston 3G, Facing History and Ourselves

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history & Holocaust events in boston

event / January 26, 1:00 pm

Staged Reading of “Memoriam” by Noga Flaishon

Hosted by Center for Adult Jewish Learning at Temple Israel of Boston, Temple Israel of Boston

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event / January 26, 4:00 pm

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: “Remember This” Film Screening

Hosted by Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture, JCRC Holocaust Education, Boston 3G, Facing History and Ourselves

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Charles Gallagher (Courtesy photo: Boston College)

event / January 26, 5:00 pm

Holocaust Remembrance Day Commemoration

Hosted by AJC New England, Elie Wiesel Center for Jewish Studies

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event / February 11, 7:00 pm

“I Am Free … But Who Is Left?” Film Screening

Hosted by Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies

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event / February 13, 4:30 pm

Art Exhibit Talk: “Looming in the Shadows of Lodz”

event / February 19, 7:00 pm

Puerto Rico: Virtual Jewish Community Tour

Hosted by Walnut Street Synagogue

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event / March 5, 7:30 pm

Celebrate Jewish Women’s History Month

Hosted by Lappin Foundation, North Suburban Jewish Community Center (NSJCC), Jewish Community Center of the North Shore

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event / March 20, 6:00 pm

“Der Shusterman”: The History of the Jewish Shoe Industry

Hosted by Jewish Heritage Center

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tu bishvat: new year of the trees

Tu BiShvat begins at sundown on Wednesday, February 12. Find recipes, events, crafts and more.

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Fun Facts About the Seven Species of Israel

Pomegranate trees over 200 years old have borne fruit!

By Jodi Jarvis

For JewishBoston

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Pomegranate Molasses Brisket

Brighten up a winter Shabbat with this sweet and tangy main course.

By Faith Kramer

For JewishBoston

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Tu BiShvat Craft Project for Kids: Upcycled Grass Heads

This Tu BiShvat project offers a fun way to keep your family smiling through the dark days of winter.

By Tova Speter

For JewishBoston

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Tu BiShvat: The Environmental Holiday

Tu BiShvat is often thought of as “Jewish Arbor Day,” but the holiday has distinct agricultural and Kabbalistic roots that are intertwined.

By Judy Bolton-Fasman

For JewishBoston

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Apricot Harissa Chicken With Blood Oranges

This colorful Mediterranean-style dish is perfect for Tu BiShvat.

By Ruhama Shitrit

For JewishBoston

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Tu BiShvat Has Deep Roots

Biblical botany expert Jon Greenberg discusses the holiday’s origins—and some tree-related mysteries in the Torah.

By Rich Tenorio

For JewishBoston

celebrate Tu BiShvat in boston

event / January 27, 6:45 pm

Breaking Bread & Tu BiShvat Cooking With Hila Kirkov

Hosted by Kerem Shalom

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Symbols of judaic holiday Tu Bishvat, Rosh Hashana new year of the trees. Mix of dried fruits, date, fig, grape, barley, wheat, olive, pomegranate on a wooden table. Copy space background

event / February 2, 5:00 pm

Tu B’Shevat Seder

Hosted by Temple Shalom of Medford

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event / February 3, 7:00 pm

Tu B’Shvat 101

Hosted by Center for Adult Jewish Learning at Temple Israel of Boston, Temple Israel of Boston

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Felt apple tree with fruits on a background of blue sky and sun. Hand sewing on felt.

event / February 7, 5:45 pm

Tu Bishvat Tot Shabbat and Dinner

Hosted by Kerem Shalom

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event / February 9, 10:00 am

Tu Bishvat Among the Trees

Hosted by Ma’yan Tikvah – A Wellspring of Hope

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event / February 9, 10:00 am

PJ Library Lizards in the Leaves: Tu B’Shevat With Curious Creatures

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston, JCDS, Boston’s Jewish Community Day School

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Kid Child Children Hugging a Tree Nature Tu B'Shvat

event / February 9, 11:00 am

Tu B’Shevat Seder

Hosted by Temple Beth David of the South Shore

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event / February 11, 7:00 pm

Yisod Tu BiShvat Paint-a-Pot

Hosted by Yisod – 20s and 30s, Temple Emanuel of Newton

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event / February 13, 4:30 pm

Enchanted Tu B’Shvat Celebration

Hosted by Jewish Cambridge - Families

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event / February 16, 1:15 pm

Tu BiShvat: Trees as Medicine With Mo Katz-Christy

Hosted by Temple Beth Zion, Kavod

(Courtesy photo: Evangeline Pergantis/PLNT Burger)

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New Kosher Burger Joint Opens in Coolidge Corner

Here’s what to know about PLNT Burger.

By Kara Baskin

For JewishBoston

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Finding Belonging in Boston’s Queer Jewish Community

Discover how CJP Pride is fostering connection and empowerment for LGBTQIA+ Jews in Greater Boston—because everyone deserves a space to belong.

By Kara Baskin

For CJP Young Adults and Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell at CJP’s Face Jewish Hate launch (Photo: Kataram Studios)

(Photo: Moshe Filberg/ReGrow Israel)

Event / January 30, 6:00 pm

The Good Fight: Preventing Antisemitism in K-12 Schools

Hosted by ADL New England, CJP’s Center for Combating Antisemitism, Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

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Jaffa to Boston: Neta Weiner’s Journey of Music, Activism and Cross-Cultural Storytelling

Israeli artist Neta Weiner brings bold storytelling and cultural connection to the CJP and JArts Community Creative Fellowship.

By Kara Baskin

For JewishBoston

Zahav Home- Cooking for Friends & Family 05

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In Search of American Israeli Cuisine

The new “Zahav Home” by Michael Solomonov and Steven Cook brings Israel into your kitchen.

By Laura Conrad Mandel

For Jewish Arts Collaborative

arts & culture events in boston

event / January 26, 1:00 pm

Staged Reading of “Memoriam” by Noga Flaishon

Hosted by Center for Adult Jewish Learning at Temple Israel of Boston, Temple Israel of Boston

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event / January 26, 2:30 pm

Spring Showstoppers Presents “SpongeBob the Musical” (Grades 3-9)

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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event / January 26, 4:00 pm

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: “Remember This” Film Screening

Hosted by Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture, JCRC Holocaust Education, Boston 3G, Facing History and Ourselves

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event / January 28, 5:00 pm

Opening of “Reuven Rubin: Interpretation of King David”

Hosted by Hebrew College

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event / January 29, 7:00 pm

Embrace: Your Identity

Hosted by CJP Women’s Philanthropy, Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

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event / January 29, 8:00 pm

Book Group: “The Golem and the Jinni”

Hosted by Congregation Beth El of the Sudbury River Valley

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event / January 30, 7:00 pm

Winds of Pro Arte

Hosted by Congregation Beth El of the Sudbury River Valley

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event / February 1, 5:00 pm

Winter Kids’ Night Out

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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event / February 2, 10:00 am

PJ Library Kindness Kids Vanessa Trien Concert

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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tu bishvat: new year of the trees