BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//National Council of Jewish Women GRS - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:National Council of Jewish Women GRS X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for National Council of Jewish Women GRS REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T200000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240719T174813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T220704Z UID:3884-1723744800-1723752000@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Allies For Equality - Men Supporting ERA and Reproductive Access DESCRIPTION:Learn about the ERA initiative on the ballot in November! This is a great opportunity to have some food\, fun\, beer\, and join like-minded individuals to learn what you can do to support ERA and reproductive access! This is a free event and includes beer and food! One drink ticket per person will be provided. Program begins at 6:30. Location will be shared by email prior to event. Advanced registration is required\, and you must be over 21 to attend. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/allies-for-equality-men-supporting-era-and-reproductive-access/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCJW-Mens-ERA-Event-Flyer-v2a-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T203000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240618T215848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T221856Z UID:3800-1723575600-1723581000@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:NCJW GRS Vote Forward Letter Writing Party August 13th DESCRIPTION:Why is voting important to you? If you can answer this question\, please come to a NCJW GRS letter writing party! Vote Forward is an easy but impactful way to get voters to the polls! You will be writing letters to potential voters encouraging them to vote. Help raise voter turnout! Bring a book of stamps to donate or consider donating $18 here to cover the cost of materials and postage to mail approximately 20 letters! Join us Tuesday\, August 13th at 7 pm at the home of Barb Orenstein. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/ncjw-grs-vote-forward-letter-writing-party-august-13th/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Red-Blue-Vote-Forward-Flyer-1.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T203000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240605T214355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T214357Z UID:3789-1721847600-1721853000@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:NCJW GRS Vote Forward Letter Writing Party July 24th DESCRIPTION:Why is voting important to you? If you can answer this question\, please come to a NCJW GRS letter writing party! Vote Forward is an easy but impactful way to get voters to the polls! You will be writing letters to potential voters encouraging them to vote. Help raise voter turnout! Bring a book of stamps to donate or consider donating $18 here to cover the cost of materials and postage to mail approximately 20 letters! Join us Wednesday\, July 24th at 7 pm at the home of Arlene Schenker. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/ncjw-grs-vote-forward-letter-writing-party-july-24th/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Vote-Flyer-June-July-2024.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T210000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240628T163455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T164229Z UID:3826-1720638000-1720645200@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Town Hall Meeting DESCRIPTION:Have you heard about some new changes within NCJW? Join us to learn more! We would like to hear from current and past leaders and members to discuss and share information about the future of NCJW GRS. This is a meeting you don’t want to miss! Join us! URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/town-hall-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T203000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240507T215315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T002742Z UID:3690-1718910000-1718915400@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:NCJW GRS Vote Forward Letter Writing Party June 20th DESCRIPTION:Why is voting important to you? If you can answer this question\, please come to a NCJW GRS letter writing party! Vote Forward is an easy but impactful way to get voters to the polls! You will be writing letters to potential voters encouraging them to vote. Help raise voter turnout! Bring a book of stamps to donate or consider donating $18 here to cover the cost of materials and postage to mail approximately 20 letters! Join us Thursday\, June 20th at 7 pm at the home of Rikki Brodsky. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/ncjw-grs-vote-forward-letter-writing-party-june-20th/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Vote-Letter-writing-campaign-updated-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T203000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240507T214856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T002630Z UID:3686-1717009200-1717014600@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:NCJW GRS Vote Forward Letter Writing Party May 29th DESCRIPTION:Why is voting important to you? If you can answer this question\, please come to a NCJW GRS letter writing party! Vote Forward is an easy but impactful way to get voters to the polls! You will be writing letters to potential voters encouraging them to vote. Help raise voter turnout! Bring a book of stamps to donate or consider donating $18 here to cover the cost of materials and postage to mail approximately 20 letters! Join us Wednesday\, May 29th at 7 pm at the home of Vancy Boyar. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/ncjw-grs-vote-forward-letter-writing-party-may-29th/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Vote-Letter-writing-campaign-updated-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T210000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240502T212421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T183506Z UID:3636-1715886000-1715893200@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:NCJW GRS Town Hall Meeting DESCRIPTION:We would like to hear from current and past leaders and members to discuss and share information about the future of NCJW GRS. This is a meeting you don’t want to miss! Join us! Learn about the changes happening with NCJW Greater Rochester Section and help shape future of our community! For more information\, please contact us at info@ncjwgrs.org. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/ncjw-grs-town-hall-meeting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/NCJW-GRS-Town-Hall-Flyer-1.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T140000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240311T150501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T195740Z UID:3241-1714906800-1714917600@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:NCJW GRS 2024 Recognition Event DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Irondequoit Country Club on Sunday\, May 5th for our 2024 Recognition Event honoring Hannah G. Solomon Award Recipient Karen Morris and NCJW GRS Woman of the Year Amy Stein. Doors open at 10:30. Brunch Event starts at 11:00. In honor of this year’s Hannah G. Solomon recipient\, please consider bringing a non-perishable food item to support the MCC DWIGHT food pantry (https://www.monroecc.edu/depts/stucenter/dwight/). In honor of this year’s Woman of Year recipient\, please consider bringing a book to donate to the Rochester Education Foundation from the wish list at https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2F6321JV5FYWQ?ref_=wl_share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nI am unable to attend\, but here is my tax-deductible contribution\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNEW THIS YEAR! NCJW GRS HANNAH G. SOLOMON VIRTUAL AD BOOK \n\n\n\nYou have the opportunity to send a congratulatory message to either (or both!) of our honorees. This ad book will be displayed electronically at the event as well as on our web site after the event. To place an ad\, please complete this form. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/ncjw-grs-2024-recognition-event/ LOCATION:Irondequoit Country Club\, 4045 East Avenue\, Rochester\, New York\, 14618\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Untitled-design-2.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T180000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20230906T182131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T182147Z UID:2505-1713463200-1713463200@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Sisters In LAW - An Evening At the Theater DESCRIPTION:GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR APRIL 18\, 2024! Join NCJW GRS for a pre-show meet and greet with the Artistic Director in the Lipson Lounge at 6pm! Show begins at 7pm. \n\n\n\nSisters in LAW\, is a new play by Jonathan Shapiro\, based on the book by Linda Hirshman exploring the relationship between Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sandra Day O’Connor. It will be on stage April 6-21\, 2024 at the JCC CenterStage Theatre. While Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sandra Day O’Connor had a lot in common as the first two women on the US Supreme Court\, their methodologies and political leanings couldn’t have been more varied. This new play by Emmy and Peabody award-winner Jonathan Shapiro\, based on the award-winning 2015 book\, brings to life a friendship of two iconic figures that transcended political party\, religion\, region\, and culture. \n\n\n\nUse this link to automatically receive $5 off April 18th showing only! URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/sisters-in-law-an-evening-at-the-theater/ LOCATION:Louis S. Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester\, 1200 Edgewood Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14618\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T130000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240403T184841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T184855Z UID:3392-1713092400-1713099600@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Tour of Susan B. Anthony House DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of the Susan B. Anthony House on Sunday\, April 14th at 11 am\, and “Exercise Your Writes” by joining in a letter writing campaign within the historic neighborhood of Susan B. Anthony. Space is limited\, so please register now! The first floor of the museum is accessible for those who have difficulty climbing stairs. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/tour-of-susan-b-anthony-house/ LOCATION:Susan B. Anthony House\, 17 Madison Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14608\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Susan-B-Anthony-House-Tour.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T120000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240112T220220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T185509Z UID:3121-1708855200-1708862400@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Learn About The NCJW\,GRS P.A.D. Project DESCRIPTION:Please join NCJW Greater Rochester Section on Sunday\, February 25th from 10am – Noon at TBK as we learn about the NCJW GRS P.A.D. Project (Providing Access and Dignity)! \n\n\n\nThe P.A.D. Project (Providing Access and Dignity) helps women’s groups collect\, assemble\, and donate feminine hygiene products to local shelters\, food pantries and agencies that assist low income and homeless individuals who menstruate. Synagogues\, churches\, book clubs\, and groups of friends enjoy adding this service project to their annual activities. \n\n\n\nBe a part of the P.A.D. Project program by learning about what goes into hosting a P.A.D. party\, make up period kits for distribution\, and socialize with members of NCJW GRS! Please bring a donation of individually wrapped pads\, tampons\, and/or panty liners with you to this fun and educational event. Don’t forget to RSVP below! URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/learn-about-the-ncjwgrs-p-a-d-project/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T235959 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20240111T221812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T224516Z UID:3107-1707436800-1707609599@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Repro Shabbat DESCRIPTION:Repro Shabbat is an annual Shabbat celebration that honors the Jewish value of reproductive freedom. It takes place annually on Parshat Mishpatim\, the reading of which contains the verses commonly referenced as the foundation of Judaism’s approach to reproductive health\, rights\, and justice. Individuals and communities across the world gather to celebrate Repro Shabbat and the Jewish traditions it honors. Participation can take many forms. \n\n\n\nJewish values compel us to support full access to safe and legal abortions. NCJW is collaborating nationally with many organizations to bring Repro Shabbat to communities across the country during the weekend of February 9-10\, 2024.   \n\n\n\nRepro Shabbat is a time for communities and individuals to connect\, educate\, and activate towards a more whole future for everyone. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREPRO SHABBAT IN YOUR COMMUNITY \n\n\n\nThe following have already committed to participate and we are seeking more participating organizations: \n\n\n\nTemple Sinai will be hosting a Repro Shabbat Friday evening service at 6 pm on Friday\, February 9.  It will feature remarks by a guest speaker working in the Reproductive Rights field\, songs and readings\, and a special Oneg to follow the service. All are welcome\, and please contact Leslie Newman lesliefnewman@gmail.com for more information. \n\n\n\nTemple Beth El’s 20-30s group will be hosting a Havdalah Service on February 10.  Please contact Becca Zaretsky communications@tberochester.org for more information. \n\n\n\nTemple Etz Chaim – look for more information about their participation in future communication. \n\n\n\nTemple Emanuel will hold their Repro Shabbat service on Friday\, February 9 at 7:00 p.m. at the JCC\, 1200 Edgewood Avenue. \n\n\n\nTemple Brith Kodesh is unable to participate this year\, however they are fully supportive of this effort.  Rabbis Stein and Tulik are encouraging their congregants to participate in a way that is meaningful to them. \n\n\n\nRepro Shabbat At Home is a great option for anyone interested in participating but does not want to\, or is unable to\, attend a service at a synagogue.  If you choose to participate this way you will have access to many resources\, including a study guide\, a conversation guide\, a Shabbat Spotify playlist\, recipes\, and more – to help you plan an at-home Shabbat event.  Click here for more information on how to sign up:https://www.jewsforabortionaccess.org/actions/repro-shabbat-2024-at-home URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/repro-shabbat/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T210000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20231011T152641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T191512Z UID:2878-1699336800-1699390800@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Election Day 2023 DESCRIPTION:Election Day is November 7th! Please be prepared by registering to vote\, applying for absentee ballots\, being aware of early voting opportunities\, and knowing your polling place. The Jewish Community Relations Council’s Voting Guide can help! Please note that some macOS users may not be able to use the links. If the links aren’t working\, you can go directly to Monroe County Board of Elections’ website for the information. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/2023-election-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/JCRC_VotingGuide_2023-REVISED-10.5.2023-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T210000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20230904T160955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T154011Z UID:2428-1698346800-1698354000@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Opening Event - Menopause In One Day DESCRIPTION:Menopause In One Day: De-mystifying a major phase of life. Open to all who will go through\, are going through\, or have gone through this life cycle event and to those that support them. Explore ways to find support and change the conversation with Dr. Miranda Harris-Glocker\, MD of Women Gynecology and Childbirth Associates. A sweet and salty snacks and cocktail reception will be included. Tickets cost $15 per person. Donations to P.A.D. (Providing Access and Dignity to women) will be accepted at this event. Bring individually wrapped pads\, panty liners\, and tampons since you won’t be needing them anymore! These items will be donated to those in need. \n\n\n\nWhat exactly is Menopause? Technically\, menopause is only ONE DAY in a woman’s life\, which is exactly when she has not had a period for 12 months. Join us as we learn about what happens before and after this one day at our Opening Event: Menopause in One Day\, October 26th at 7pm at Temple Beth El.  \n\n\n\nThe American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists reports that an estimated 6\,000 U.S. women reach menopause every day and menopause symptoms can start as early as 35 years of age and last for many years. Even though half of the population has\, will\, or are going through this stage of life\, there is little information shared and treatment options are limited. It’s time that we remove the stigma about menopause and aging and openly discuss the healthcare disparities for women. We hope that you will join us for a fun\, fact filled evening as we learn more about this life cycle event. Supportive partners and curious community members are welcome! URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/opening-event-menopause-in-one-day/ LOCATION:Temple Beth El\, 139 Winton Road\, Rochester\, New York\, 14610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Menopause-in-One-Day-Flyer-FINAL-logo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T190000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20230906T164215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T220009Z UID:2467-1695927600-1695927600@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Taylor Swift Laser Light Show DESCRIPTION:Look What You Made Me Do! Please join NCJW GRS for an exciting member event – a laser light show featuring the music of Taylor Swift! Bring your friends\, family\, kids\, grandkids\, and neighbors to the Strasenburgh Planetarium on Thursday\, September 28 at 7pm to enjoy this fun filled evening. Pre-registration is required. Tickets are $12. Register now at ncjwgrs.org…Ready for It?\n\n\n\nShow starts promptly at 7pm. There is no late seating\, so please be on time. No food or beverages are allowed. Please be aware that some individuals may be sensitive to flashing lights used in the show. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/taylor-swift-laser-light-show/ LOCATION:Strasenburgh Planetarium\, 657 East Avenue\, Rochester\, New York\, 14607\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/NCJW-Taylor-Swift-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T130000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20230619T213146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T213148Z UID:2249-1691326800-1691326800@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:Rochester Jewish Film Festival Screening of Cinema Sabaya DESCRIPTION:Join Community Partner NCJW\, GRS at Rochester Jewish Film Festival’s screening of Cinema Sabaya. At a workshop\, a group of Arab and Jewish women learn to document their lives on video. As the women share their raw footage\, they are forced to challenge preconceived beliefs.Writer-director Orit Fouks Rotem’s dramatic narrative feels utterly real because it is based closely on her own teaching experiences and features a mix of seasoned and non-professional actors. A heartfelt portrait of art’s power to unite disparate communities\, Cinema Sabaya won five Ophirs (Israeli Academy Awards) including Best Picture\, Director\, and Supporting Actress\, and was Israel’s entry in the 95th Academy Awards.\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets here. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/rochester-jewish-film-festival-screening-of-cinema-sabaya/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T210000 DTSTAMP:20260523T110623 CREATED:20230426T220043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T160346Z UID:1853-1686769200-1686776400@www.ncjwgrs.org SUMMARY:NCJW\, GRS Installation DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Installation of President Ellie Rosenbloom & Incoming Board of Directors. Celebrate with light munchies & desserts. Cost is $18 per person. Please register no later than June 5th. If you have difficulty registering online\, please send an email to ncjwgrs@gmail.com to register. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make a donation in honor of our outgoing president\, Lisa Waltzer\, and our incoming president\, Ellie Rosenbloom\, click here. URL:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/event/ncjw-grs-installation/ LOCATION:Temple B’rith Kodesh\, 2131 Elmwood Ave\, Rochester\, NY 14618\, Rochester\, NY\, 14618\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncjwgrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/NCJW-Flag-what-is-important-7.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR