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SUMMARY:Connecting with Your Teen Grandchild in the Age of Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/connecting-with-your-teen-grandchild-in-the-age-of-social-media/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T210000
DTSTAMP:20250725T202152Z
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SUMMARY:JFF Heart to Table - Legacy of Love Webinar for Hopeful Grandparents
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/jff-heart-to-table-legacy-of-love-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T200000
DTSTAMP:20250630T162204Z
CREATED:20250630T154741Z
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SUMMARY:Grandparenting with Grace: Organizing Your Home and Heart for the Jewish New Year
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/grandparenting-with-grace-organizing-your-home-and-heart-for-the-jewish-new-year/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T140000
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SUMMARY:How Your Jewish Life Stories Can Impact Your Grandchildren’s Jewish Identity
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/how-your-jewish-life-stories-can-impact-your-grandchildrens-jewish-identity/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T134500
DTSTAMP:20250912T170856Z
CREATED:20250912T170856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T170856Z
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SUMMARY:The Floor Is Yours! Listening Session with JGN’s New Executive Director Debra S. Weinberg
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/the-floor-is-yours-listening-session-with-jgns-new-executive-director-debra-s-weinberg/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T201500
DTSTAMP:20251103T142621Z
CREATED:20251009T221201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T142621Z
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SUMMARY:Latkes & Laughter: Hanukkah Activities to Make Meaning and Memories with Grandchildren
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/latkes-laughter-hanukkah-activities-to-make-meaning-and-memories-with-grandchildren/
CATEGORIES:Holidays,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000
DTSTAMP:20260126T170230Z
CREATED:20251104T145323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T170230Z
UID:10000188-1769526000-1769538600@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Grandparents' Jewish Learning Fest
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/grandparents-jewish-learning-fest/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T200000
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Antisemitism Conversation with Tween and Teen Grandchildren
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/navigating-the-antisemitism-conversation-with-tween-and-teen-grandchildren/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T201500
DTSTAMP:20260204T154608Z
CREATED:20260203T214724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T154608Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of the Passover Seder: Tips\, Techniques\, and Examples from a Professional Ritual Designer
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/the-art-of-the-passover-seder-tips-techniques-and-examples-from-a-professional-ritual-designer/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T201500
DTSTAMP:20260204T141330Z
CREATED:20260204T141330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T141330Z
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SUMMARY:Grandparents Are People Too! Balancing Roles\, Responsibilities\, and Your Own Life
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/grandparents-are-people-too-balancing-roles-responsibilities-and-your-own-life/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T201542Z
CREATED:20260407T201542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T201542Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Fertility Foundation Heart to Table: Legacy of Love Webinar for Hopeful Grandparents
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/jewish-fertility-foundation-heart-to-table-legacy-of-love-webinar-for-hopeful-grandparents/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260320T191651Z
CREATED:20260320T175749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T191651Z
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SUMMARY:Grandparenting from Your Heart: Building Stronger Bonds Through Emotional Intelligence and Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/grandparenting-from-your-heart-building-stronger-bonds-through-emotional-intelligence-and-wellbeing/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200410Z
CREATED:20260416T195930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T200410Z
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SUMMARY:Gramp Camp in Your Back Yard: Summer Activities for Grandchildren’s Visits
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/gramp-camp-in-your-back-yard-summer-activities-for-grandchildrens-visits/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T140000
DTSTAMP:20260630T200915Z
CREATED:20260630T181143Z
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SUMMARY:A Gift Across Generations: Jewish Wisdom for Grandparents
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/a-gift-across-generations-jewish-wisdom-for-grandparents/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T201500
DTSTAMP:20260813T153816Z
CREATED:20260528T150339Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond Apples and Honey — Reimagining Rosh Hashanah Rituals for Grandparents
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/beyond-apples-and-honey-reimagining-rosh-hashanah-rituals-for-grandparents/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260803T162354Z
CREATED:20260803T161808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162354Z
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SUMMARY:Generations for Good: How Grandparents and Grandchildren Can Collaborate on Service Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/generations-for-good-how-grandparents-and-grandchildren-can-collaborate-on-service-experiences/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260907T135050Z
CREATED:20260817T154654Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Adventures: Insider Tips for Traveling with Grandkids
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/grand-adventures-insider-tips-for-traveling-with-grandkids/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260911T143535Z
CREATED:20260911T142909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T143535Z
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SUMMARY:“Grandplant” or Stay Where You Are: Evaluating Life-Changing Moves
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/grandplant-or-stay-where-you-are-evaluating-life-changing-moves/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T183000
DTSTAMP:20260922T212402Z
CREATED:20260602T175121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T212402Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Fest 2027
DESCRIPTION:Situation: Breaking a Neighbor’s Window								\n				\n				\n				\n									You’re playing with a ball outside when your throw accidentally breaks a neighbor’s window. They are away on vacation and no one sees what happened. You have a choice: tell your parents and the neighbor when they return\, knowing you may face consequences\, or keep quiet and hope no one finds out. What would you do?  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Jewish Wisdom: Achrayut\, אחריות\, Responsibility								\n				\n				\n				\n									Taking responsibility\, for ourselves and for one another\, is a core Jewish value. Personal Responsibility:“If I am not for myself\, who will be for me? If I am only for me\, who am I? If not now\, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14) “Hineini— Here I am.” A biblical response that expresses readiness to step forward and act. Responsibility to Others:Kol Yisrael areivim zeh ba’zeh” — All Israel is responsible for one another. (Talmud) “What is hateful to you\, do not do to your neighbor.” (Hillel) 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Text Study								\n				\n				\n				\n									In Bereshit (Genesis)\, we read that Adam and Eve eat from the Tree of Knowledge even though God tells them not to. When God confronts them\, Adam blames Eve\, and Eve blames the serpent. As a result\, God banishes them from the Garden of Eden. The story reminds us of the importance of accepting responsibility for our actions.  								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Building Skills and Character								\n				\n				\n				\n									Accepting responsibility for our actions can be hard to do. It may mean admitting a mistake\, telling the truth when it’s uncomfortable\, or making amends for something we’ve done. Taking responsibility requires you to be honest and brave\, and to show integrity. 								\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n									Talk about it. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandparent:Share a time when you made a mistake that affected someone else. Did you take responsibility right away\, or did you try to avoid it? What happened\, and what did you learn? 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Grandchild:Can you think of a time when you had to decide whether to admit a mistake or keep it a secret? What did you do? Looking back\, how do you feel about your decision? 								\n				\n				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Continue the conversation:Together\, think of other situations in which someone must choose between accepting responsibility and hiding the truth. What does it mean to you to be a mensch in those moments? 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Ilene Cardin Vogelstein is a Past President of the Jewish Grandparents Network. She has been a Jewish professional and lay leader for over 40 years. Ilene has been a director\, consultant\, and professional development educator to Jewish early childhood programs at the national and local level.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels
URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/learning-fest-2027/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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