In November, The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore at Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) will offer eight interactive, entertaining, and unique programs. Plan to participate in these virtual and in-person programs with friends, family, and neighbors.

Thoughts from the Bookshelf

Tuesday, November 3 from 3pm to 4pm

Join Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a book club gathering. This month, attendees will select a book of their choice to read, then share their thoughts with the group. Attend in-person at the Margate Library Meeting Room, 8100 Atlantic Avenue, Margate. RSVP required by November 1.

Lunch Around Town

Thursday, November 5 from 12pm to 1:30pm

Enjoy a leisurely lunch with friends while supporting a local restaurant. This month, we’ll dine at the Hannah G’s, 7310 Ventnor Avenue, Ventnor. Come prepared for good food and conversation. Order off the menu and pay individually. Cash only. RSVP required by November 3.

Kristallnacht a Violin Concert of Remembrance: Yiddish Music, Spoken Word, and Poetry

Tuesday, November 10 from 10:30am to 12pm

Join acclaimed international concert violinist, Dr. David Podles, who has performed with symphony, chamber, opera, and ballet orchestras worldwide, as he brings his extraordinary talents to our community for a moving remembrance of Kristallnacht and the destruction of Jewish homes, businesses, and synagogues in November 1938. Brunch will be served. Attend in-person at Beth Israel, 2501 Shore Road, Northfield. RSVP required by November 3.

Brunch & Learn Veterans Day 2026

Wednesday, November 11 from 10:30am to 12pm

Join us for a special Veterans Day brunch honoring members of our local Jewish War Veterans Post #39. Listen to their remarkable stories of service, sacrifice, bravery, and resilience, from the legacy of the men and women who proudly served our country. Attend in-person at Beth El Synagogue, 500 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. RSVP required by November 4.

Memoir Workshop

Monday, November 16 from 4pm to 5:30pm

Experience the thrill of capturing life’s adventures, history, and ancestry with the Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Director of Certificate Program in Writing and Publishing, Harriet Levin Millan. Learn about publishing your work. A laptop or pen and paper is needed for the workshop. This program is via Zoom and a link will be emailed. RSVP by November 12.

Musical Connections

Tuesday, November 17 from 10:30am to 12pm

Join us for a relaxing session led by a music therapist. Feel the stress of the day peel away as we share familiar tunes from various genres of music (Jazz, Broadway, Classical, Contemporary and more) with friends and neighbors. Whether a caregiver, cared for, or community member who loves music, we look forward to welcoming you. Attend in-person at Shirat Hayam, 700 North Swarthmore Avenue, Ventnor. RSVP required by November 9.

Coffee Klatch

Thursday, November 19 from 10:30am to 12pm

Join a fast-paced discussion on neighborhood happenings, technology, social topics, world events, the arts and more. Moderated by JFS Village Community Specialist Tina Serota and Board of Jewish Education Executive Director Josh Cutler. Attend in-person at Shirat Hayam, 700 North Swarthmore Avenue, Ventnor. RSVP required by November 11.

Seven Extraordinary Wonders – One Incredible Journey

Monday, November 30 from 7pm to 8pm

Join JFS’ Village Community Specialist Tina Serota and Board of Jewish Education Executive Director Josh Cutler as he draws on his personal experience and takes us on a fascinating journey through the original and modern Seven Wonders of the World. From inspiring heights of Machu Picchu to sunbaked ruins of Petra, this engaging presentation explores the history, legends, and enduring significance of humanity’s greatest achievements. This program is via Zoom and a link will be emailed. RSVP by November 23.

Photograph

In October, more than 30 Village members attended a brunch and learn to remember the Jewish Catskills with Ron McCloskey, producer, screenwriter, radio show host, and historian. McCloskey shared memories of the hotels, and famous Jewish comedians and musicians who got their start in the Catskills during the program. (Photo provided by Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties).