April 2019
Course Registration Open: Gender and Sexuality in Jewish Society
From a sex-positive Biblical period, through a Christian and Greek-influenced medieval ambivalence about sex, to a modern engagement in identity politics, Jews and Judaism have had a lot to say about sex and gender. This seminar is designed to trace the history of Jewish sexual attitudes and behaviours across multiple periods and social realities. Join Dr. Steven Lapidus as we explore how Jewish approaches to sex and gender have evolved over the centuries. This is 7 session course,…
Find out more »Samovar Stories: A Storytelling Event
Discover the diverse and compelling stories behind the Museum of Jewish Montreal’s current exhibition The Ocean Between Us. Join us for an intimate Sunday afternoon of tea, treats, and storytelling as we call special attention to the experiences of Montreal’s Jewish immigrant community. Featuring participants who were interviewed and photographed by Yuula Benivolski for The Ocean Between Us, this event will present stories centered around immigrant experiences, building connections, and art as healing. In addition, the artist Yuula…
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