Jews and the American Civil War

Even after 150 years, the American Civil War still impacts our modern lives, with issues debated in everything from presidential races to school curriculums. On a much smaller stage, the role of American Jews in the Civil War period has been similarly at issue. Join us for a discussion led by our very own Andy […]

Recurring

How Halacha Has Responded to this Unique Moment in Time

COVID-19 has presented numerous challenges to the Jewish world — central among them, how do we conduct a meaningful Jewish life when we cannot be physically together? We will explore Responsa (Jewish legal questions and answers) that respond to these challenges: Does Jewish law require people to be vaccinated? Does a Zoom Shofar blowing fulfill […]

Genealogy as a DNA Tool

Last year, NVHC hosted two extremely popular and well attended educational sessions on genealogy. Based on the feedback from those two sessions, we are happy to announce round two! On Sunday, March 7 at 7:00 pm we will host “Genealogy as a DNA Tool," during which we will hear from members of NVHC about how […]

You Have Developed a Family History – Now What?

Last year, NVHC hosted two extremely popular and well attended educational sessions on genealogy. Based on the feedback from those two sessions, we are happy to announce round two! On Sunday, March 7 at 7:00 pm we will host “Genealogy as a DNA Tool," during which we will hear from members of NVHC about how […]