Pre-WWII Jewish History

“Echoes in the Footsteps” by Kristina Rhoades

By Sarah Grand / Wednesday, July 3, 2024 / Comments Off on “Echoes in the Footsteps” by Kristina Rhoades

In Majdanek’s silent blocks they lie,Echoes of lives that passed us by,A sea of shoes, a testament,To lives extinguished, souls that went. Leather worn, fabric frayed,Tiny shoes where children played,Heels […]

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Describing the Indescribable: Reflections on Language and Historical Memory by Cynthia McGrae

By Sarah Grand / Wednesday, July 3, 2024 / Comments Off on Describing the Indescribable: Reflections on Language and Historical Memory by Cynthia McGrae

As an English teacher and a First Amendment professor, I spend a lot of time thinking about words.  In my role as a high school English teacher, I am constantly […]

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Preview of the 2024 Poland Personally Study Seminar

By Ellen Resnek / Sunday, June 2, 2024 / Comments Off on Preview of the 2024 Poland Personally Study Seminar

Embark on an unforgettable journey with us as we explore the rich tapestry of Poland’s history and the enduring legacy of its Jewish community. From June 30 to July 8, […]

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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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Judaism’s Ancient and Ongoing Roots in Israel with Avi Ben-Hur: a 3 part Course Session 3

By Ellen Resnek / Thursday, December 28, 2023 / Comments Off on Judaism’s Ancient and Ongoing Roots in Israel with Avi Ben-Hur: a 3 part Course Session 3

Embark on a thought-provoking journey through the intricate history of Israel with Avi Ben Hur in this three-part series. Delve into the depths of historical narratives and contested landscapes as […]

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Judaism’s Ancient and Ongoing Roots in Israel with Avi Ben-Hur: a 3 part Course Session 2

By Ellen Resnek / Thursday, December 28, 2023 / Comments Off on Judaism’s Ancient and Ongoing Roots in Israel with Avi Ben-Hur: a 3 part Course Session 2

Embark on a thought-provoking journey through the intricate history of Israel with Avi Ben Hur in this three-part series. Delve into the depths of historical narratives and contested landscapes as […]

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Judaism’s Ancient and Ongoing Roots in Israel with Avi Ben-Hur: a 3 part Course Session 1

By Ellen Resnek / Thursday, December 28, 2023 / Comments Off on Judaism’s Ancient and Ongoing Roots in Israel with Avi Ben-Hur: a 3 part Course Session 1

Embark on a thought-provoking journey through the intricate history of Israel with Avi Ben Hur in this three-part series. Delve into the depths of historical narratives and contested landscapes as […]

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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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CWB Holocaust Remembrance Day: 2024 Community Wide Teach In January 26th 2024

By Ellen Resnek / Tuesday, December 19, 2023 / Comments Off on CWB Holocaust Remembrance Day: 2024 Community Wide Teach In January 26th 2024

2024 Holocaust Remembrance and Education Recognizing the Extraordinary Courage of Victims and Survivors of the Holocaust Flowering meadow with butterflies – a painting by Dorit Weiserová, a young girl imprisoned in the Terezín (Theresienstadt) […]

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“One person can make a difference” with Jeannie Smith

By Ellen Resnek / Tuesday, December 12, 2023 / Comments Off on “One person can make a difference” with Jeannie Smith

“One person can make a difference” with Jeannie Smith: A follow up to the CWB December 10 Pittsburgh premier of Irena’s Vow   “I did not ask myself, ‘Should I […]

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