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SUMMARY:Daf Moby: A Voyage through Melville's Talmud
DESCRIPTION:There is a Jewish tradition of studying a single page of the Talmud every day until its completion. This tradition is called Daf Yomi (Hebrew for “page of the day”). Because the Talmud is a multi-volume work of ancient law\, narrative\, and commentary\, a full cycle of Daf Yomi takes about seven and a half years to complete. Jews from around the world who study the same page on the same day over this long period of time share a distinct sacred experience. Two professors of Religion and Jewish Studies at Williams College wondered what would happen if they studied a page of Moby-Dick every day in the tradition of Daf Yomi. They called their project Daf Moby. Join them for this free\, virtual discussion of their voyage. \nPre-registration is required; email melville@berkshirehistory.org to receive the event link. \nJeffrey Israel is an associate professor and chair of the religion department at Williams College\, where he also teaches in the Jewish Studies program. He is the author of Living with Hate in American Politics and Religion (Columbia\, 2019).   \nEdan Dekel is the Garfield Professor of Ancient Languages and chair of the Jewish studies program at Williams College. His teaching and research interests include ancient Greek and Latin poetry\, biblical studies\, Jewish folklore\, medieval literature\, classical and biblical reception\, and the history of the book.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/daf-moby-a-voyage-through-melvilles-talmud/
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SUMMARY:Winter Hike/Snowshoeing
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a free guided hike around the grounds of Arrowhead with Berkshire Natural Resources Council. The hike begins with an introduction to Arrowhead and its grounds by the Berkshire County Historical Society. Learn about Melville’s sleighrides\, and see how Mt. Greylock looks in the winter – does it really look like a white whale? BNRC will provide snowshoes if weather allows.\nRegister here through BNRC.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/winter-hike-snowshoeing/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Getting Started in Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire County Historical Society welcomes Senior Genealogist Rhonda R. McClure for a virtual presentation introducing the genealogical research process and the tools and techniques that support the research. Participants will learn how to create a solid research plan. The first part of the lecture introduces key genealogical tools such as the multi-generational chart\, family group sheet\, and the research log. The second part of the lecture introduces the range of records and documents that genealogists use in the course of research.  Census\, vital\, and immigration records are highlighted. By the end of the program\, participants will understand the most important types of records used in genealogical research and the strengths and weaknesses of each.\nPre-registration is required; use the BOOK NOW button to reserve your spot. Fee is $15 for BCHS members\, $20 for non-members.  Become a member here. \nAbout Rhonda R. McClure\nRhonda is a nationally recognized professional genealogist and lecturer. Before joining American Ancestors/NEHGS in 2006\, she ran her own genealogical business for 18 years. She was a contributing editor for Heritage Quest Magazine\, Biography magazine and was a contributor to The History Channel Magazine and American History Magazine. In addition to numerous articles\, she is the author of twelve books including the award-winning The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Online Genealogy\, Finding your Famous and Infamous Ancestors\, and Digitizing Your Family History. She is also the editor of the recently released 6th edition of the Genealogist’s Handbook for New England Research. Her areas of expertise include: immigration and naturalization\, Late 19th and early 20th Century urban research\, New England\, Mid-West\, Southern\, German\, Italian\, Scottish\, Irish\, French Canadian\, and New Brunswick research.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/getting-started-in-genealogy/
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