MCA upcoming events

Book Discussion Group (August 19, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Book Discussion Group 2026-2027

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month
at 4:30 PM

Zoom Only

You must register for this program if you have not already done so

The books we discuss which are recommended by group members may be on any subject, whether fiction or non-fiction. The discussions, led by a group member, will focus on the theme, character development and quality of writing.

If you enjoy reading books of substance and discussing with peers, you will definitely enjoy this group.

April 15: The Proving Ground by Michael Connelly. Fiction. This is a recent book in the Lincoln Lawyer series. The protagonist is pursuing a case on behalf of a mother whose daughter was murdered by her ex-boyfriend at the behest of an AI companion. The book does a deep dive into the creation of algorithms and AI influencers and personalities. Andy Radding to review.

May 20: The Wizard of the Kremlin by Guiliano da Empoli. A fictional representation of historical Russian thought up to the present. Expect an interesting but unsettling read. Steve Yussen to review.

June 17: Antisemitism: An American Tradition by Pamela Nudell. Reviews this topic's ebb and flow in America using examples since the European settlement in the 1600s. Mark Chodosh to review.

July 15: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci. Well known author. A novel set in London during the blitz. Neil Stein to review.

August 19: Legacy of Lies by Lew Paper. A fiction book dealing with the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. The author presented this book at our Jewish Book Festival. Howard Gilbert will review.

September 16: Hotel Ukraine by Martin Cruz Smith. Again a well known author. Fiction. The last book in a series, the first of which was Gorky Park. Set in Russia and Ukraine during the current Ukraine war. Political Intrigue. Larry Goodman to review.

For more information contact Howard Gilbert.

Current Issues Discussion Group 2026-27 (August 20, 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Current Issues Discussion Group

Led by Ron Mutchnik

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00 PM on Zoom.

Each month the group engages in an interesting, relevant and often controversial discussion. A shared magazine article is used as a spur for the interaction. If you enjoy stimulating conversations about current issues with a group of critical thinkers, please join us.

For additional information, contact Ron Mutchnik

Topic will be sent in the monthly reminder

Israel Discussion Group - Summer of 2026 (September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Israel Discussion Group

Co-leaders Al Pilver, Chuck Siegel and Peter Sherer

Meets on the second Monday of the month at 10:00 AM

You must register for this program if you have not already done so

Meets May, July and September - via Zoom only

Topics vary from month to month and will be emailed in the monthly reminder.

Book Discussion Group (September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Book Discussion Group 2026-2027

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month
at 4:30 PM

Zoom Only

You must register for this program if you have not already done so

If you enjoy reading books of substance and discussing with peers, you will definitely enjoy this group.

June 17: Antisemitism: An American Tradition by Pamela Nudell. Reviews this topic's ebb and flow in America using examples since the European settlement in the 1600s. Mark Chodosh to review.

July 15: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci. Well known author. A novel set in London during the blitz. Neil Stein to review.

August 19: Legacy of Lies by Lew Paper. A fiction book dealing with the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. The author presented this book at our Jewish Book Festival. Howard Gilbert will review.

For more information contact Howard Gilbert.

Current Issues Discussion Group 2026-27 (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Current Issues Discussion Group

Led by Ron Mutchnik

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00 PM on Zoom.

For additional information, contact Ron Mutchnik

Topic will be sent in the monthly reminder

Current Issues Discussion Group 2026-27 (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Current Issues Discussion Group

Led by Ron Mutchnik

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00 PM on Zoom.

For additional information, contact Ron Mutchnik

Topic will be sent in the monthly reminder

Book Discussion Group (October 21, 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Book Discussion Group 2026-2027

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month
at 4:30 PM

Zoom Only

You must register for this program if you have not already done so

If you enjoy reading books of substance and discussing with peers, you will definitely enjoy this group.

June 17: Antisemitism: An American Tradition by Pamela Nudell. Reviews this topic's ebb and flow in America using examples since the European settlement in the 1600s. Mark Chodosh to review.

July 15: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci. Well known author. A novel set in London during the blitz. Neil Stein to review.

August 19: Legacy of Lies by Lew Paper. A fiction book dealing with the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. The author presented this book at our Jewish Book Festival. Howard Gilbert will review.

For more information contact Howard Gilbert.

Book Discussion Group (November 18, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Book Discussion Group 2026-2027

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month
at 4:30 PM

Zoom Only

You must register for this program if you have not already done so

If you enjoy reading books of substance and discussing with peers, you will definitely enjoy this group.

June 17: Antisemitism: An American Tradition by Pamela Nudell. Reviews this topic's ebb and flow in America using examples since the European settlement in the 1600s. Mark Chodosh to review.

July 15: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci. Well known author. A novel set in London during the blitz. Neil Stein to review.

August 19: Legacy of Lies by Lew Paper. A fiction book dealing with the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. The author presented this book at our Jewish Book Festival. Howard Gilbert will review.

For more information contact Howard Gilbert.

Current Issues Discussion Group 2026-27 (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Current Issues Discussion Group

Led by Ron Mutchnik

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00 PM on Zoom.

For additional information, contact Ron Mutchnik

Topic will be sent in the monthly reminder

Book Discussion Group (December 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Book Discussion Group 2026-2027

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month
at 4:30 PM

Zoom Only

You must register for this program if you have not already done so

If you enjoy reading books of substance and discussing with peers, you will definitely enjoy this group.

June 17: Antisemitism: An American Tradition by Pamela Nudell. Reviews this topic's ebb and flow in America using examples since the European settlement in the 1600s. Mark Chodosh to review.

July 15: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci. Well known author. A novel set in London during the blitz. Neil Stein to review.

August 19: Legacy of Lies by Lew Paper. A fiction book dealing with the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. The author presented this book at our Jewish Book Festival. Howard Gilbert will review.

For more information contact Howard Gilbert.

Current Issues Discussion Group 2026-27 (December 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Current Issues Discussion Group

Led by Ron Mutchnik

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00 PM on Zoom.

For additional information, contact Ron Mutchnik

Topic will be sent in the monthly reminder

Book Discussion Group (January 20, 2027)

Wed, 20 Jan 2027 21:30:00 GMT

Book Discussion Group 2026-2027

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month
at 4:30 PM

Zoom Only

You must register for this program if you have not already done so

If you enjoy reading books of substance and discussing with peers, you will definitely enjoy this group.

June 17: Antisemitism: An American Tradition by Pamela Nudell. Reviews this topic's ebb and flow in America using examples since the European settlement in the 1600s. Mark Chodosh to review.

July 15: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci. Well known author. A novel set in London during the blitz. Neil Stein to review.

August 19: Legacy of Lies by Lew Paper. A fiction book dealing with the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. The author presented this book at our Jewish Book Festival. Howard Gilbert will review.

For more information contact Howard Gilbert.

Current Issues Discussion Group 2026-27 (January 21, 2027)

Thu, 21 Jan 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Current Issues Discussion Group

Led by Ron Mutchnik

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00 PM on Zoom.

For additional information, contact Ron Mutchnik

Topic will be sent in the monthly reminder

Book Discussion Group (February 17, 2027)

Wed, 17 Feb 2027 21:30:00 GMT

Book Discussion Group 2026-2027

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month
at 4:30 PM

Zoom Only

You must register for this program if you have not already done so

If you enjoy reading books of substance and discussing with peers, you will definitely enjoy this group.

June 17: Antisemitism: An American Tradition by Pamela Nudell. Reviews this topic's ebb and flow in America using examples since the European settlement in the 1600s. Mark Chodosh to review.

July 15: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci. Well known author. A novel set in London during the blitz. Neil Stein to review.

August 19: Legacy of Lies by Lew Paper. A fiction book dealing with the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. The author presented this book at our Jewish Book Festival. Howard Gilbert will review.

For more information contact Howard Gilbert.

Current Issues Discussion Group 2026-27 (February 18, 2027)

Thu, 18 Feb 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Current Issues Discussion Group

Led by Ron Mutchnik

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00 PM on Zoom.

For additional information, contact Ron Mutchnik

Topic will be sent in the monthly reminder

Book Discussion Group (March 17, 2027)

Wed, 17 Mar 2027 20:30:00 GMT

Book Discussion Group 2026-2027

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month
at 4:30 PM

Zoom Only

You must register for this program if you have not already done so

If you enjoy reading books of substance and discussing with peers, you will definitely enjoy this group.

June 17: Antisemitism: An American Tradition by Pamela Nudell. Reviews this topic's ebb and flow in America using examples since the European settlement in the 1600s. Mark Chodosh to review.

July 15: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci. Well known author. A novel set in London during the blitz. Neil Stein to review.

August 19: Legacy of Lies by Lew Paper. A fiction book dealing with the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. The author presented this book at our Jewish Book Festival. Howard Gilbert will review.

For more information contact Howard Gilbert.