Jewish Federation of the Berkshires to Host Current Events Seminar on July 16

PITTSFIELD — On Thursday, July 16 at 10:45 a.m., the Jewish Federation of the Berkshires will present the second of Steven Rubin’s summer-long current events seminars focusing on the latest world happenings. Participants will have an opportunity to examine and discuss topical and newsworthy national and international issues and problems, as well as possible solutions.

Rubin, professor emeritus and former dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Adelphi University in Garden City, N.Y., will suggest readings, introduce relevant topics, and offer discussion questions. The seminar will be conducted throughout in a collaborative and collegial manner, with all participants encouraged to voice their opinions.

This free program will be presented as part of the federation’s Connecting with Community series at Knesset Israel, 16 Colt Road, Pittsfield. An additional seminar will be held on Thursday, Aug. 20.