Mid Island Y JCC
The Mid-Island Y JCC strengthens community, fosters Jewish identity, and serves all ages and abilities.
Start date: Sunday, November 8 2026.
Schedule:
Sunday, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM ,
Resource person: Rabbi Debra Bennet
Description:
The Journey of Yemenite Jews from Expulsion to Columbia University Join us for a screening of We Are From Here. The film follows Rabbi Gadi Capela, a Columbia University student during the October 7 riots, as he shares his family’s exodus from Yemen during Operation On Wings of Eagles. Highlighting the experiences of over a million Middle Eastern Jews, the film challenges the narrative of Jews as foreign colonialists, emphasizing their indigenous roots and enduring connection to the Land of Israel. The screening will be followed by a conversation with Rabbi Gadi Capela. Sunday, November 8 2-4 pm Members: $10 Non-Members: $15
Price: $15.00 Taxes waived
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