Join Jodi Rudoren, Forward editor-in-chief, and Talya Zax, Forward opinion editor, as they discuss the news stories that might dominate 2025. Gain insights into the coming year’s most significant events, exploring their cultural, political, and societal impact on American Jews.
This event is part of the Marlene Meyerson JCC’s “Shabbat Shabbang” series of Shabbat dinners and conversations.
The Forward is being honored with the 2025 Trailblazer Award from New Ground, a Muslim-Jewish partnership for change that recognizes organizations and individuals who are confronting the challenging realities of covering Israel and Palestine. Join Jodi Rudoren, Forward editor-in-chief, and Rob Eshman, Forward senior contributor, in conversation with their fellow honoree and New Ground leadership about how we collectively work towards equity, dignity and well-being for all.
Upcoming Concerts at the Museum of Jewish Heritage
Join the Museum of Jewish Heritage for these upcoming events, co-presented by the Forward
Thursday, January 9, 7:00 PM: performance by the Brooklyn-based Yiddish folk rock group Midwood, featuring the Armenian-American oud player Ara Dinkjian and Turkish qanun player Tamer Pinerbasi. Register at this link.
Sunday, January 26, 2:00 PM: performance by the Manhattan Chamber Players string sextet in commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Register at this link.
In case you missed it: Adam Langer, executive editor of the Forward and creator of the "Playing Anne Frank" podcast, and Dr. Lauren Bairnsfather for a discussion of how Anne's story has generated acclaim and censure and how her message can persist. This event was part of the full-day New York Jewish Book Festival at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City.
