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COBS Embraces virtual programming!
May 6, 2020 by mdesser • Uncategorized • 0 Comments
As Jews, we have spent centuries overcoming adversity, including pandemics. (Ever heard of a little thing in Exodus called Plagues?) So, we are excited to continue offering Jewish programming through digital platforms while we all adhere to current social distancing guidelines. Please check the Events calendar for upcoming virtual programming! Next up – A educational […]
Tu B’Shevat Seder – Help Wanted!
January 31, 2020 by mdesser • Uncategorized • 0 Comments
We are excited to hold a beautiful Tu B’Shevat Seder on February 8th at 2pm! What better place to celebrate the beauty of trees, and our environment than the stunning Olympic Peninsula? Click below to sign up. This will be a community event, followed by vegetarian potluck. Please sign up to help contribute ritual fruits, […]
Chanukah Celebration 2019
December 30, 2019 by mdesser • Uncategorized • 0 Comments
COBS partied it up this weekend at our annual community Chanukah party! With a plentiful potluck buffet, dreidle games on every table, Susan “Ruach” Stombaugh, and even some dancing, it was a festive evening to celebrate who we are as a community. Havdallah and the community candle lighting were beautiful, and we left on a […]
The Secrets of Jewish Genius – NYT Op-Ed
December 30, 2019 by mdesser • Uncategorized • 0 Comments
Please click HERE for an interesting read on Ashkenazi intelligence. Thank you Richard Sherman!
Transcription of the Torah – Follow Up
May 10, 2020 by mdesser • Uncategorized • 0 Comments
Thank you, Rich for an informative and lively discussion! Below are links to reference materials used, as well as more information on St. Vitus Dance, the recognition of which contributed to societal norms that have been followed for centuries. Resources: Who Wrote the Bible, by Richard E. Friedman And God Said: How Translations Conceal the […]