Explore creative bookbinding techniques, harness your imagination, and express your interests visually by making a journal that’s perfect for reflecting on this past year as we look forward to the Jewish New Year. Workshop includes an introduction to the key themes of the High Holidays and writing prompts that encourage introspection.
Christen Hazel discovered the art of bookmaking over 20 years ago and has taught classes for students of all ages and adult workshops for over 10 years. With a Master of Art Education, a Bachelor of Art History, and a minor in Ceramics, she brings extensive knowledge of the art and craft of bookmaking with a focus on the creative process. When she’s not fundraising for The Vilna, she is always collecting fancy papers, ribbons, postcards, envelopes and myriad found objects to incorporate into her bookmaking. She enjoys taking long walks down the Charles River and perfecting her family’s challah recipe. She lives in Cambridge, MA with her husband, amazing son, 140 pound Newfoundland dog, and a cat named Claude.
Elyse Winick joined the Vilna team after nearly 30 years of work in experiential learning. Most recently, she served as the Director of Learning and Education at Combined Jewish Philanthropies in Boston. She has also been the Jewish Chaplain at Brandeis University, the Director of KOACH/College Outreach and a freelance educator with M2 : The Institute for Experiential Jewish Education. A graduate of Brandeis, Elyse was ordained by The Jewish Theological Seminary. With an eye towards creating meaningful and accessible Jewish experiences for adults of all ages, Elyse also has a background in intergroup relations, text-based learning, community building and mentoring.