BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Jewish Grandparents Network - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Jewish Grandparents Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Jewish Grandparents Network 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:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210921 DTSTAMP:20210726T190035Z CREATED:20210726T190035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210726T190035Z UID:10000015-1632096000-1632182399@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Erev Sukkot 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/erev-sukkot/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210927T170000 DTSTAMP:20210726T190142Z CREATED:20210726T190142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210726T190142Z UID:10000016-1632211200-1632762000@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Sukkot 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/sukkot/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210928 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210929 DTSTAMP:20221012T193203Z CREATED:20210726T190505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T193203Z UID:10000017-1632787200-1632873599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Simchat Torah (Reform) 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/simchat-torah-reform/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Kid-with-Torah-scroll-e1665602954555.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210930 DTSTAMP:20210726T190536Z CREATED:20210726T190536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210726T190536Z UID:10000018-1632873600-1632959999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Simchat Torah (Conservative) 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/simchat-torah-conservative/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T200000 DTSTAMP:20211019T002829Z CREATED:20211019T002717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T002829Z UID:10000029-1635879600-1635883200@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Miller 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-conversation-with-dr-lisa-miller/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211114 DTSTAMP:20211108T184333Z CREATED:20211108T184249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T184333Z UID:10000033-1636761600-1636847999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha Vayeitzei 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/play-along-parsha-vayeitzei/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T200000 DTSTAMP:20211108T184004Z CREATED:20211108T184004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T184004Z UID:10000031-1637089200-1637092800@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Grandma\, Grandpa Tell Me A Story live event 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/grandma-grandpa-tell-me-a-story-live-event/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211121 DTSTAMP:20211108T184533Z CREATED:20211108T184519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T184533Z UID:10000035-1637366400-1637452799@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha Vayishlach 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/play-along-parsha-vayishlach/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211126 DTSTAMP:20211019T002324Z CREATED:20211019T002324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T002324Z UID:10000027-1637798400-1637884799@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Thanksgiving 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/thanksgiving/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211128 DTSTAMP:20211108T184715Z CREATED:20211108T184715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T184715Z UID:10000037-1637971200-1638057599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha Vayeshev 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/play-along-parsha-vayeshev/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211129 DTSTAMP:20210726T190614Z CREATED:20210726T190614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210726T190614Z UID:10000019-1638057600-1638143999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:1st night Hanukkah 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/1st-night-hanukkah/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211129T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211206T170000 DTSTAMP:20210726T191517Z CREATED:20210726T191517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210726T191517Z UID:10000021-1638172800-1638810000@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Hanukkah 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/hanukkah/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211205 DTSTAMP:20211123T222907Z CREATED:20211123T222752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T222907Z UID:10000039-1638576000-1638662399@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha Miketz 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/play-along-parsha-miketz/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T200000 DTSTAMP:20211123T224653Z CREATED:20211123T224653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T224653Z UID:10000042-1638903600-1638907200@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Inclusive Grandparenting — How We Fully Celebrate ALL Our 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/inclusive-grandparenting-how-we-fully-celebrate-all-our-grandchildren/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211212 DTSTAMP:20211123T224420Z CREATED:20211123T224420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T224420Z UID:10000040-1639180800-1639267199@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha Vayigash 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/play-along-parsha-vayigash/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211219 DTSTAMP:20211123T224539Z CREATED:20211123T224539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T224539Z UID:10000041-1639785600-1639871999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha Vayichi 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/play-along-parsha-vayichi/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211219 DTSTAMP:20211214T234211Z CREATED:20211214T234211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T234211Z UID:10000045-1639785600-1639871999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Family Torah learning with Hadar's Devash: Vayehi 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/family-torah-learning-with-hadars-devash-vayehi/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211226 DTSTAMP:20210726T191555Z CREATED:20210726T191555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210726T191555Z UID:10000023-1640390400-1640476799@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Christmas 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/christmas/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211226 DTSTAMP:20211214T233610Z CREATED:20211214T233610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T233610Z UID:10000044-1640390400-1640476799@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha Shemot 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/play-along-parsha-shemot/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211226 DTSTAMP:20211214T234347Z CREATED:20211214T234347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T234347Z UID:10000046-1640390400-1640476799@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Family Torah learning with Hadar’s Devash: Shemot 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/family-torah-learning-with-hadars-devash-shemot/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220102 DTSTAMP:20210804T155443Z CREATED:20210726T191623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210804T155443Z UID:10000025-1640995200-1641081599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:New Year’s Day 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/new-years-day/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/new-years-day.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220102 DTSTAMP:20211214T235254Z CREATED:20211214T235254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T235254Z UID:10000051-1640995200-1641081599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Family Torah learning with Hadar’s Devash: Va'era 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/family-torah-learning-with-hadars-devash-vaera/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220102 DTSTAMP:20211218T150935Z CREATED:20211218T150935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211218T150935Z UID:10000057-1640995200-1641081599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha: Va'era 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/play-along-parsha-vaera/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220109 DTSTAMP:20211214T235349Z CREATED:20211214T235349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T235349Z UID:10000053-1641600000-1641686399@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Family Torah learning with Hadar’s Devash: Bo 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/family-torah-learning-with-hadars-devash-bo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220109 DTSTAMP:20220115T204539Z CREATED:20220115T204539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220115T204539Z UID:10000067-1641600000-1641686399@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha: Bo 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/play-along-parsha-bo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T200000 DTSTAMP:20211214T235741Z CREATED:20211210T145240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T235741Z UID:10000043-1641927600-1641931200@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Raising Resilient Kids In A Stressed-Out World: How Grandparents Can Play A Role 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/raising-resilient-kids-in-a-stressed-out-world-how-grandparents-can-play-a-role/ ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Grandparents Network":MAILTO:info@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220116 DTSTAMP:20211214T235948Z CREATED:20211214T235640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T235948Z UID:10000055-1642204800-1642291199@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Family Torah learning with Hadar’s Devash: Beshallach 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/family-torah-learning-with-hadars-devash-beshallah/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220116 DTSTAMP:20220115T204713Z CREATED:20220115T204713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220115T204713Z UID:10000068-1642204800-1642291199@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Play-Along Parsha: Beshalach 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/play-along-parsha-beshalach/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220118 DTSTAMP:20230127T030053Z CREATED:20220114T211036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T030053Z UID:10000059-1642377600-1642463999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Tu BiShvat 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/tu-bishvat/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220118 DTSTAMP:20220116T200018Z CREATED:20220114T211147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220116T200018Z UID:10000061-1642377600-1642463999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Jr. Day 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/martin-luther-king-jr-day/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR