WJOA Board Openings

Join Us for Virtual Shabbat!

Thank You Card Workshop

Sunday, Jan. 17, 2 – 4 p.m.

Let's kick off 2021 with an attitude of gratitude! Join us for a virtual Thank You Card Workshop. We will lead you through writing thank you's to whoever is in your heart – whether that be a loved one that gave you a thoughtful gift over the holidays, a friend that's supported you through this challenging year, or a frontline worker who deserves a show of gratitude! 

During the workshop, we will also swap stories of gratitude and share the moments that motivated us to say, "Thank you!"

Register here! A link to connect via Zoom will be sent to you the day of the event. Here is the Facebook event.

Please note that since this event is virtual, attendees who would like to send physical cards will need to supply their own stamps and card supplies.

Modern Israel Through Literature and Film

Tuesday, Jan. 19, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Join WJOA member Polina Kroik for this detailed presentation and discussion as we will explore lesser-known aspects of contemporary Israel through literature and film. Stepping away from clichés and divisive debates, we will focus on the complexity of Israeli society, paying particular attention to questions of identity and belonging. By looking at excerpts from works by authors such as Amos Oz, Sayed Kashua Yehuda Amichai and Mahmoud Darwish, as well as a number of films, we will learn about the many voices, identities, and struggles for acceptance and recognition that comprise modern Israel.

Polina Kroik is a writer and an adjunct professor. She’s contributed to publications such as Lilith Magazine, Alma, and the New York Daily News, and published a book on women and work. Polina teaches a course on Israeli Literature and Film at Baruch College, CUNY. polinakroik.com

You can contact Polina with questions about this event. To attend this virtual talk on zoom, please RSVP by registering in advance for this meeting here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Here is the Facebook event.

Virtual Game Night – Fishbowl

Thursday, Feb. 4, 7:30 – 9 p.m.

Join Emily, Ali and Jonah for a virtual game night. We'll play Fishbowl, which is a combination of Taboo, Charades, and Password. Check it out here. RSVP to Jonah, and he will send the Zoom link. It's gonna be fun! Here is the Facebook event.

Virtual Book Club

Sunday, Feb. 28, noon

Grab your favorite brunch food and join us as we eat, chat, and discuss the book "My Year of Rest and Relaxation" by Ottessa Moshfegh (304 pages). If you have any topics or discussion questions you would like covered, email Jonah. Also email him to get the Zoom link. Here is the link to buy the book at Astoria Bookshop. Here is the Facebook event.

WJOA Board Openings

Book Club Voting

Through Thursday, Jan. 7, 6 p.m.

Join Us for Virtual Shabbat!

Thank You Card Workshop

Sunday, Jan. 17, 2 p.m.

Let's kick off 2021 with an attitude of gratitude! Join us for a virtual Thank You Card Workshop. We will lead you through writing thank you's to whoever is in your heart – whether that be a loved one that gave you a thoughtful gift over the holidays, a friend that's supported you through this challenging year, or a frontline worker who deserves a show of gratitude! 

During the workshop, we will also swap stories of gratitude and share the moments that motivated us to say, "Thank you!"

Register here! A link to connect via Zoom will be sent to you the day of the event.

Link to the Facebook event here

Please note that since this event is virtual, attendees who would like to send physical cards will need to supply their own stamps and card supplies.

Modern Israel Through Literature and Film

Tuesday, Jan. 19, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Join WJOA member Polina Kroik for this detailed presentation and discussion as we will explore lesser-known aspects of contemporary Israel through literature and film. Stepping away from clichés and divisive debates, we will focus on the complexity of Israeli society, paying particular attention to questions of identity and belonging. By looking at excerpts from works by authors such as Amos Oz, Sayed Kashua Yehuda Amichai and Mahmoud Darwish, as well as a number of films, we will learn about the many voices, identities, and struggles for acceptance and recognition that comprise modern Israel.

Polina Kroik is a writer and an adjunct professor. She’s contributed to publications such as Lilith Magazine, Alma, and the New York Daily News, and published a book on women and work. Polina teaches a course on Israeli Literature and Film at Baruch College, CUNY. polinakroik.com

To attend this virtual talk on Zoom, please RSVP by emailing Jennifer to get the Zoom link. Here is the Facebook event.

WJOA Board Openings

Jews Do Comedy (a brand new concept)

Wednesday, Dec. 16, 8–9:30 p.m.

$5 – Click here to purchase tickets!

Join Us for Virtual Shabbat!

Friday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m.

Christmastime for the Jews

Thursday, Dec. 24, 7 p.m.

One of our most popular annual events is back, and this year, it's COVID-friendly!