From awkward seders to identity crises, this bold, funny, and deeply human collection of narrative shorts explores the tangled mess of modern Jewish life. Whether navigating family expectations, bodily autonomy, or Bat Mitzvah prep with a side of racial reckoning, these stories bring heart, humor, and nuance to the complexities of growing up, coming out, […]

With extraordinary access, All We Carry follows Magdiel, Mirna, and their son Josh, as the young family flees Honduras on foot, rides in cargo trains across Mexico, claims asylum at the U.S. border, and endures detention. Once released, the family is given a court date that will determine if they can stay in the States — […]

Told with mordant humor and genuine warmth, Hungarian filmmaker Ádám Breier’s film follows a Jewish family on the winding path to reconciliation. Tamas (Zoltán Bezerédi), a gruff but tender boxing coach in Budapest, has long been estranged from his son Ivan (Tamás Szabó Kimmel), who converted to Orthodox Judaism and moved to Israel, where he […]

This vibrant collection of documentary shorts spans continents and generations, illuminating Jewish life through stories of resilience, ritual, humor, and hope. From a Ugandan songstress’s journey of faith to a multigenerational challah tradition, a Christmas Day scramble for Chinese food, punk rock resistance, and post-October 7 resilience, these films offer a rich mosaic of what […]

CENTERPIECE DOCUMENTARY On October 7, during a Hamas raid on her kibbutz, Israeli-American Liat Atzili was kidnapped along with 250 others—12 of them U.S. citizens. Her family’s urgent, heart-wrenching fight for her release unfolds as father Yehuda, joined by relatives, travels to Washington, D.C., pleading for his daughter’s safe return. From acclaimed filmmaker Brandon Kramer, […]

SAFER DRIVING MAY SAVE YOU MONEY Join the millions of safer drivers on the roads with the AARP Smart Driver course. Our enhanced course is based on the latest driver safety research and insights. You will learn evidence-based safe driving strategies and refresh your knowledge of the latest rules and hazards of the road. Take […]

SAFER DRIVING MAY SAVE YOU MONEY Join the millions of safer drivers on the roads with the AARP Smart Driver course. Our enhanced course is based on the latest driver safety research and insights. You will learn evidence-based safe driving strategies and refresh your knowledge of the latest rules and hazards of the road. Take […]

Give to the Max Day is Minnesota’s annual day of giving — a celebration of generosity that brings our entire state together. For the JCC, it’s a time to share our mission, invite support, and highlight the impact we make in people’s lives every day. Since its beginning in 2009, this statewide event has raised […]

BBYO Centennial Celebration  Celebrate 100 Years of BBYO in Minnesota! Join us for an unforgettable evening to reunite with friends, relive BBYO memories, and honor a century of Jewish teen engagement. Enjoy the World Premiere of a documentary featuring voices from alumni and teens across generations—plus meaningful moments and surprises you won’t want to miss! […]

We are motivated by the strength and resilience of a beloved member of our JCC team’s entire family. In their honor—and in support of everyone in our community affected by cancer—we invite you to join us for a Community Blood Drive. Blood donations are vital for individuals undergoing treatment and facing health challenges. By giving […]

Give your supplies a second life—share the creative wealth! Join us for a FREE community art materials swap where you can donate or pick up new and gently used art supplies. Whether you're cleaning out your studio, looking for inspiration, or just getting started, this is a great way to pass along unused materials and […]

Give your supplies a second life—share the creative wealth! Join us for a FREE community art materials swap where you can donate or pick up new and gently used art […]