German-Jewish Americans at Home at the Turn of the Last Century: A Late 19th-Century Photo Album
“. . . the [Jewish) religion which was to be prized and saved is fast becoming a watery Unitarianism, and its adherents are allowing themselves, where permitted, to become completely assimilated. Reform Judaism which began as a compromise is ending as surrender.”
—Marvin Lowenthal, “Zionism: A Menorah…
Isidor A. Popper, an early 20th century
immigrant to New York City and an entrepreneur, signed the above affidavit in
1938, sponsoring the immigration of Vienese refugees Alice and Gisele Popper
(even though they were not actually her relatives). Popper signed 32 such
documents, which were most successful when promoted by a family member. Here, you can
see…
Sunday, June 14, 2 pm
Jews, Liquor, and Life in Eastern Europe
Lecture
Presented by Jewish Genealogical Society
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Sunday, June 14, 7 pm
The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare
Play with Music
Presented by American Sephardi Federation
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Tuesday, June 16, 7 pm
The Modicut Project: World Premiere
Puppet…