JCC Rochester Authors + Innovators Festival

06/03/2026

Up next in the Authors + Innovators Spring Speaker Series:

Sunday, June 28, 4pm

Corey Rosen
A Story for Everything:
Mastering Diverse Storytelling for Any Occasion

People forget facts and figures. They never forget a good story! Join Author and The Moth StorySlams host Corey Rosen, for a humorous and heartfelt event with practical tips for delivering impactful narratives for professional, academic, and personal success.

In Conversation with Actor/Playwright Steve Rosen (The Other Josh Cohen, Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors)

Underwritten by Friends of Corey Rosen

General admission: $18 (JCC Members: $16)

Register here:
https://operations.daxko.com/online/2039/ProgramsV2/Events.mvc/offering?guid=126dfbe1-0b7e-11f1-99e6-00505692a808

05/27/2026

Many thanks to our underwriter Mona Friedman Kolko for sponsoring the fabulous Rabbi Shira Stutman as part of our Lane Dworkin Authors and Innovators Spring Speakers Series!

Would you like to sponsor a fabulous guest? Contact Marci Wiseman at (585) 461-2000 x237 or [email protected]

05/15/2026

What an uplifting and fun experience it was to welcome Rabbi Shira Stutman to Rochester! In conversation with Rabbi Rochelle Tulik of TBK, we couldn't have asked for a better evening!

05/11/2026

Tonight at 7pm! Tickets available at rjbf.org.

Up next in the Authors + Innovators Festival Spring Speaker Series...

Monday, May 11, 7pm
Rabbi Shira Stutman
The Jewish Way to a Good Life: Find Happiness, Build Community, and Embrace Lovingkindness

From love and s*x, to mourning and money, Rabbi Shira visits ten realms where we all get lost on occasion to deliver spirited, surprising wisdom. Hear practical, time-tested ways to enrich our daily routines.

Underwritten by Mona Friedman Kolko

Register now at https://jccrochester.org/arts-culture/jewish-book-festival/

04/15/2026

Up next in the Authors + Innovators Festival Spring Speaker Series...

Monday, May 11, 7pm
Rabbi Shira Stutman
The Jewish Way to a Good Life: Find Happiness, Build Community, and Embrace Lovingkindness

From love and s*x, to mourning and money, Rabbi Shira visits ten realms where we all get lost on occasion to deliver spirited, surprising wisdom. Hear practical, time-tested ways to enrich our daily routines.

Underwritten by Mona Friedman Kolko

Register now at https://jccrochester.org/arts-culture/jewish-book-festival/