Explore, learn & connect!
Kavod on the Road offers engaging programs for active, older nonresidents living in the greater Denver community. Our team brings exciting events to various partner locations throughout the month. Join us in exploring new horizons, building connections and enjoying enriching experiences right in your community!
Advanced registration is recommended. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows, in the order they arrive.
June
The Song is the Play: Musical Theatrical Performance
Wednesday, June 10
1:00 – 2:00pm
at JCC Denver
Cost: $5
Performer: Paul Tosh, Scottish Jewish artist
Well-known songs performed as prose / libretto interpretation, acting out the lyrics like a scene from a play, and singing them with live looping piano (rhythms and harmonies recorded and stacked live). A sophisticated, intimate entertainment.
Also songs from PAPER GUN, Pauls original operetta.
See www.paultosh.com for more info and examples
13th Annual Positive Aging Conference & Resource Fair
Pad Chai, Jews of Thailand: A hidden legacy in the land of smiles
Tuesday, June 30
1 – 2pm
at Hebrew Educational Alliance
Presenter: Rabbi Eliot Baskin
Discover a little-known chapter of Jewish history. This engaging program explores the surprising stories of Jewish traders, refugees, and families who made their lives in Thailand, weaving their traditions into a vibrant and unexpected cultural landscape. Through history, personal narratives, and rich context, participants will gain insight into a unique Jewish diaspora community and the enduring connections between identity, place, and resilience.
July
The Declaration of Independence at 250 Years - An American Semiquincentennial Conversation
Thursday, July 2
1 – 2pm
at BMH-BJ
Cost: $5
Presenters: Barbara Shecter, Esq. & John O’Brian
What’s the Significance of the Greatest Sentence Ever Written?
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.”
History scholar John O’Brien and Constitution scholar Barbara Shecter, will talk about why the Declaration was created, the different meanings that have been attached to it, and how it came to represent what it is today – whatever that is. Followed by a lively discussion.
Stolen, Saved, or Claimed? The Battle between Yeshiva University and Dubrovnik’s Jewish Community
Wednesday, July 8
11am – 12pm
at Temple Emanuel
Cost: $5
Presenter: Rabbi Marc Gitler, Valley Beit Midrash
Learn the history of sacred Jewish ritual objects sent from Dubrovnik, Croatia to Yeshiva University for safekeeping during a time of danger, and the story of what happened to them afterward.
We will explore questions of ownership, preservation, and responsibility, and consider what it means to safeguard religious treasures.
An American in Paris – A lecture on classical Gershwin
Wednesday, July 15
1 – 2pm
at JCC Denver
Cost: $5
Presenter: Betsy Schwarm, classical music expert
Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue proved classical music and jazz could co-exist. Then in Paris he found broader musical approaches. From that excursion arose An American in Paris, which premiered at Carnegie Hall. Music historian Betsy Schwarm offers music and perspectives.
Rhythms of Joy: An Afternoon of Klezmer & Song
Tuesday, July 28
1 – 2pm
at Hebrew Educational Alliance
Cost: $5
Spend an engaging afternoon with Eitan Kantor and a vibrant ensemble as they explore the lively and expressive world of klezmer and Yiddish music. This dynamic performance brings together spirited dance tunes, lyrical melodies, and original compositions that reflect both tradition and innovation. With moments that invite reflection as well as celebration, the program offers a rich musical experience that honors the past while embracing fresh artistic voices.
CODE OF CONDUCT: Please take a moment to review Kavod on the Road’s Code of Conduct. Our policies help create a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for everyone—participants, presenters, and partners—across all KOTR programs, trips, conferences, and events. Click here for details.
TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS: While we are unable to provide transportation to and from our events, we’ve compiled a list of options to help you get there [click here].
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