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Mizrahi Music, Feminist Perspectives

By Ellen Resnek / Tuesday, February 6, 2024 / Comments Off on Mizrahi Music, Feminist Perspectives

After years of marginalization, exoticization, and misrepresentation, Mizrahi musicians are reclaiming their musical roots.  Mizrahi Music, Feminist Perspectives explores the histories and current revival of the diverse musical styles of […]

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Exploring the Israel-Hamas dynamic in educational settings, Classrooms Without Borders introduces new curricula.

By Ellen Resnek / Friday, February 2, 2024 / Comments Off on Exploring the Israel-Hamas dynamic in educational settings, Classrooms Without Borders introduces new curricula.

While these resources aim to assist teachers and students in understanding the current situation, some local educators find themselves in a challenging position where open discussions may be constrained by […]

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Spring is Near, a heartfelt tribute to the indomitable spirit of Holocaust survivor Howard Chandler

By Ellen Resnek / Wednesday, January 31, 2024 / Comments Off on Spring is Near, a heartfelt tribute to the indomitable spirit of Holocaust survivor Howard Chandler

Join us for an unforgettable event, “Spring is Near,” a heartfelt tribute to the indomitable spirit of Holocaust survivor Howard Chandler. This special occasion promises an evening of remembrance, reflection, […]

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Book Launch Edda Fields-Black: Combee: Harriet Tubman, the Combahee River Raid, and Black Freedom during the Civil War

By Ellen Resnek / Monday, January 22, 2024 / Comments Off on Book Launch Edda Fields-Black: Combee: Harriet Tubman, the Combahee River Raid, and Black Freedom during the Civil War

Classrooms Without Borders partners with Pittsburgh Arts and Lectures to present COMBEE: Harriet Tubman’s Combahee River Raid. Dr. Edda L. Fields-Black, professor of history at Carnegie Mellon University, unveils Tubman’s role […]

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Protected: Meet and Greet with Avi Ben-Hur

By Ellen Resnek / Tuesday, January 16, 2024 / Comments Off on Protected: Meet and Greet with Avi Ben-Hur

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Empowering Tomorrow: South Allegheny Students Unveil Civil Rights History in MLK Day Assembly with Laura Thompson, CWB Alumni and Teacher Extrodonaire

By Ellen Resnek / Monday, January 15, 2024 / Comments Off on Empowering Tomorrow: South Allegheny Students Unveil Civil Rights History in MLK Day Assembly with Laura Thompson, CWB Alumni and Teacher Extrodonaire

Charting a course through the pages of civil rights history, South Allegheny students recently gathered in a powerful assembly that transcended generations. Led by the dynamic Laura Thompson, CWB Master […]

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Post Film Discussion Vishniac with Laura Bialis Producer/Director and CWB Scholar Avi Ben-Hur

By Ellen Resnek / Thursday, January 4, 2024 / Comments Off on Post Film Discussion Vishniac with Laura Bialis Producer/Director and CWB Scholar Avi Ben-Hur

“All this life, it’s so important to look closer, and the world will be bigger.” – Roman Vishniac   Film link delivered to registrants 3 days before our engaging post-film […]

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Post Film Discussion: Resistance: They Fought Back Featuring: Paula S. Apsell – Executive Producer, Co-Director in Conversation with Dr. Michael Berenbaum

By Ellen Resnek / Wednesday, January 3, 2024 / Comments Off on Post Film Discussion: Resistance: They Fought Back Featuring: Paula S. Apsell – Executive Producer, Co-Director in Conversation with Dr. Michael Berenbaum

As we commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day, CWB is honored to present the NEW documentary ‘Resistance: They Fought Back.’ Join us for this event as we unveil tales of resilience […]

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Book Talk: The People on the Beach

By Ellen Resnek / Thursday, December 28, 2023 / Comments Off on Book Talk: The People on the Beach

Book Talk: The People on the Beach A vivid history tracing Holocaust survivors who risked everything again for a new life in Palestine.   ABOUT THE BOOK: THE PEOPLE ON THE BEACH On […]

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Spotlighted by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association: Our Unforgettable Speaker Event Focused on Nurturing Understanding and Compassion

By Ellen Resnek / Wednesday, December 20, 2023 / Comments Off on Spotlighted by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association: Our Unforgettable Speaker Event Focused on Nurturing Understanding and Compassion

The Pennsylvania School Board Association (PSBA) highlighted Tony McAleer’s visit to Seneca Valley School District on December 7th, 2023, in their widely distributed monthly e-bulletin. This bulletin reached an extensive […]

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