In November, The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore at Jewish Family Service (JFS) will offer 11 interactive, entertaining and unique programs. Plan to participate with friends, family and neighbors and enjoy these virtual and in-person programs.
Lunch Around Town
Monday, November 4 from 12pm to 1:30pm
Enjoy a leisurely lunch with friends while supporting a local restaurant. This month, we’ll dine at Fitzpatrick’s Deli & Steakhouse, 650 New Road, Somers Point. Come prepared for good food and conversation. Order off the menu and pay individually (cash only). RSVP by November 1.
Thoughts from the Bookshelf
Tuesday, November 5 from 3pm to 4pm
Join Thoughts from the Bookshelf Facilitator Pat Goldstein and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a book club gathering. This month, the group will discuss the novel, Such Kindness, by Andre Dubus III. The book focuses on Tom Lowe, whose working class identity and pride are invested in the job he performs until a terrible fall alters his life forever. The story takes readers on his journey from bitter helplessness to finding knowledge in his self-worth. Attend in-person at the Margate Library Meeting Room, 8100 Atlantic Avenue, Margate. RSVP by November 1.
Holiday Scams: The Unwanted Gift of Seasonal Swindles
Wednesday, November 6 from 10:30am to 11:30am
With the holidays around the corner, many people will increase their shopping, travel, and celebrations with family, friends and colleagues. Each year, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center receives an ever-growing record number of scam schemes that target consumers during the holiday season. Join Village Community Specialist Tina Serota and JCC’s Bridget Giblin as they welcome Justin Chubb from the Jersey Shore Federal Credit Union who will educate us about the latest in holiday fraud and how to avoid it. An interactive discussion and refreshments follow the presentation. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. RSVP by November 4.
Village Film Society
Tuesday, November 12 from 10:30am to 11:30am
Join Village Film Enthusiast & Historic Cinematic Buff Tom Celandine and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a discussion about the Academy and Golden Globe Awards nominated film, Inherit the Wind, starring Spencer Tracy, Gene Kelly, Fredric March, and Dick York. The movie focuses on the 1920s trial of a Tennessee teacher who violated the Butler Act, a law that prohibits public schools from teaching evolution instead of creationism. The movie can be viewed for free on Tubi and Pluto TV or for a fee on Amazon Prime, Google Play Movies, Apple TV, YouTube and Fandango at Home. This program is via Zoom and a link will be emailed prior to the program. RSVP by November 7.
Researching Your Jewish Roots with JewishGen
Wednesday, November 13 from 10:30am to 11:30am
Join Avraham Groll, Vice President of JewishGen for the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, as he offers archival, historical, contextual and networking components people rely on when exploring their family roots. He will discuss common challenges people encounter researching family history, and how JewishGen can help with an overview of how to navigate key resources and features on the site. This program is presented by JFS’ Village by the Shore, Sara and Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center at Stockton University, and the Katz JCC. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. RSVP by November 6.
Freedom Song: One Family’s Struggle with Addiction. One Nation’s Path to Recovery.
Thursday, November 14 at 6:30pm
This performance is an original musical production about addiction and recovery in the Jewish community. Freedom Song shatters the myth of Jews being immune to addiction by interweaving the story of Passover and personal stories of addiction. The cast is comprised of addicts in recovery from drugs, alcohol, gambling, and other destructive behaviors. Through song, dance, tears, laughter and a post-show discussion with the cast, Freedom Song, opens an honest conversation on the often stigmatized topic of addiction. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. Admission is free. RSVP required at: bit.ly/4h7ffTo.
Memoir Workshop
Friday, November 15 from 10:30am to 12pm
Experience the thrill of capturing life’s adventures, history, and ancestry with the Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Director of Certificate Program in Writing and Publishing, Harriet Levin Millan. A laptop or pen and paper is needed for the workshop. This program is via Zoom and a link will be emailed prior to the workshop. RSVP by November 12.
Women’s Coffee & Conversation: Healthy Holidays & Beyond
Monday, November 18 from 10:30am to 12pm
Join Village Community Specialist Tina Serota, Bratton Law Group’s Jen Hand, JCC’s Bridget Giblin, Angelic Health’s Carolyn Johnson Peterson, Alzheimer’s Association’s Mary Beth Lewis, and UMC’s Michele Musto as they host professional speakers on issues that impact a woman’s ability to live her best life. Join Dr. Samar Bursheh, MD, CCD, who specializes in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Weight Loss, as she shares her vast knowledge and experience with us. The discussion will include setting realistic, attainable, and maintainable healthy eating goals through the holidays and beyond. Also, you’ll learn about the latest in weight loss injections. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. RSVP by November 11.
Memory Connections
Monday, November 18 from 1pm to 2:30pm
Join Village Community Specialist Tina Serota, Alzheimer’s Association’s Mary Beth Lewis, Angelic Health’s Carolyn Johnson Peterson, Bratton Law Group’s Jen Hand, UMC’s Michele Musto, and JCC’s Bridget Giblin for a gathering of Caregivers of loved ones with Dementia and the person living with the disease. Caregivers will participate in a support group led by a trained professional while their loved one will enjoy a socialization activity. Light refreshments will be served. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. RSVP by November 11.
Coffee Klatch
Thursday, November 21 from 10:30am to 11:30am
Your world in 60 minutes! Join a fast-paced discussion on neighborhood happenings, technology, social topics, world events, the arts, and more. Moderated by Village Community Specialist Tina Serota and Board of Jewish Education Executive Director Josh Cutler. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. RSVP by November 18.
Memory Café: Ocean City
Tuesday, November 26 from 10:30am to 12pm
Caregivers and their loved ones living with Dementia are invited to join Village and UMC representatives in a Dementia friendly space. Experience creativity and social connections through art, music, gentle movements, and more. Attend in-person at the Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Avenue, Ocean City. RSVP by November 22.
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Avraham Groll, Vice President of JewishGen for the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, will present Researching Your Jewish Roots on November 13 as part of The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore at Jewish Family Service monthly programs. (Photograph courtesy of JewishGen)
Unless noted, all programs are free to participate. You must RSVP for any program by contacting Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link will be emailed, when needed. The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore is a membership program for adults age 50+ and offers Grocery Shopping & Delivery, Intergenerational Events, Transportation, Kosher Meals and more.
