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July 2025
- Sunday July 27th 10:00AM - Borscht Belt Museum
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- Sunday July 27th 10:30AM - Borscht Belt Museum
- Private Tour with Curator Debra Schmidt Bach, Ph.D.
- Join curator Debra Schmidt Bach for an intimate tour of the museum's exhibition, "And Such Small Portions!," which explores the intersection of food and comedy in the Catskills Resort era. A veteran exhibition director and museum curator, Schmidt Bach and her curatorial team have crafted an entertaining and delicious journey through the foodways and comedic culture of the Borscht Belt.
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- Sunday July 27th 11:00AM - TBD
- Soup to Schmaltz: The Delicious Legacy of Borscht Belt Cuisine
- Discover the hidden culinary treasures of Upstate New York! Author June Hersh reveals how Jewish kitchens in the Catskills created uniquely American cuisine—from legendary Borscht Belt brisket to iconic bagels. Join serial entrepreneur Mike Dalewitz as he bridges tradition with modern dining through his authentic deli. Together, they’ll share stories, reinvented recipes, and insider knowledge from the rolling hills where food history was made. Ellenville - Location to be announced shortly
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- Sunday July 27th 11:00AM - The Common Good
- BORSCHT BELT STORY HOUR- Kvelling & Kvetching: Jewish Story Slam - from Summer Camp to the Catskills
- Step up to the mic and share your Catskills stories—real, funny, heartfelt, and unforgettable. From camp pranks and resort weekends to celebrity sightings, first kisses, or your bubbe’s card game tricks, we want your true 5-minute tales. Think The Moth meets the Borscht Belt—nostalgia, laughs, and maybe a tear or two. Hosted by Joey Novick this is your chance to relive the magic of the mountains and connect through the stories that shaped generations.Host: Joey Novick
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- Sunday July 27th 11:00AM - Borscht Belt Museum
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- Sunday July 27th 12:00PM - Shadowland Stages
- Borscht Belt Classic
- Another generous helping of the old-school comedy you know and love. Sunday’s Borscht Belt Classic features a chuckle-worthy mix of the past and the present of standup comedy. Hosted by Ron MacCloskey, featuring performances from Linda Belt, Allen Frishman and Jeffrey Gurian.
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- Sunday July 27th 12:00PM - Borscht Belt Museum
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- Sunday July 27th 12:30PM - TBD
- From Borscht Belt to Big Time: Inside Television's Comedy Factory
- The Catskills once rang with the crackling energy of Borscht Belt comedy—fast-paced, fearless, and wildly influential. That legacy lives on in the writers’ rooms of television’s most iconic shows, where timing is king and every laugh is earned.Join comedy veterans Eddie Brill (Late Show with David Letterman), JR Havlan (The Daily Show), and Rich Francese (Saturday Night Live) as they take you behind the scenes of TV’s toughest and funniest creative spaces. Hear what it takes to write the jokes that keep America laughing.Ellenville - Location to be announced shortlyFeaturing: EDDIE BRILLJR HAVLANRICH FRANCESE
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- Sunday July 27th 01:00PM - The Common Good
- Author Gary Shteyngart & Aaron Hicklin in conversation
- Join acclaimed author Gary Shteyngart for a lively and thought-provoking conversation on the intersection of writing, Jewish identity, and cultural memory. In a discussion moderated by Aaron Hicklin, director of the Deep Water Literary Festival, Shteyngart will reflect on his literary journey, from his early days in Leningrad to his rise as one of America’s most celebrated novelists, and explore the lasting influence of Jewish heritage and the Catskills on his work. With humor, insight, and sharp wit, this promises to be a highlight of the festival.Featuring: Gary Shteyngart & Aaron Hicklin
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- Sunday July 27th 01:00PM - Borscht Belt Museum
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- Sunday July 27th 02:00PM - Shadowland Stages
- Rabbi Bob Alper
- Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of intelligent, uplifting, and side-splitting comedy with Bob Alper—a performer unlike any other on the stand-up circuit. With 38 years of experience making people laugh across the globe, Bob has carved out a truly singular space in the comedy world. He’s not just a comedian; he’s also an ordained rabbi with a Doctor of Ministry degree from The Princeton Theological Seminary. This rare combination of spiritual depth and comedic talent has allowed Bob to connect with audiences in a way that’s both hilarious and deeply human.
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- Sunday July 27th 02:00PM - Borscht Belt Museum
- Private Tour with Curator Debra Schmidt Bach, Ph.D.
- Join curator Debra Schmidt Bach for an intimate tour of the museum's exhibition, "And Such Small Portions!," which explores the intersection of food and comedy in the Catskills Resort era. A veteran exhibition director and museum curator, Schmidt Bach and her curatorial team have crafted an entertaining and delicious journey through the foodways and comedic culture of the Borscht Belt.
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- Sunday July 27th 02:00PM - Borscht Belt Museum
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- Sunday July 27th 02:30PM - TBD
- Drawing Funny: Jewish Humor and the Art of the New Yorker Cartoon
- A dynamic conversation with New Yorker cartoonists Liana Finck, David Ostow, Asher Perlman and Avi Steinberg, exploring the role of Jewish humor, past and present, in shaping American comedy and cartooning. Panelists will share insights into their creative process, from developing ideas and captions to navigating the fine line between clever and confusing.Ellenville - Location to be announced shortlyFeaturing: Liana FinckDavid OstowAsher PerlmanAvi Steinberg
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- Sunday July 27th 03:00PM - Borscht Belt Museum
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- Sunday July 27th 04:00PM - Shadowland Stages
- Sarge the Comedian
- Meet SARGE: a larger-than-life, biracial Jewish comedian who went from homeless addict to headlining Radio City Music Hall. Born in Miami Beach to a Jewish mother and Black father, adopted and raised on Long Island, he discovered his musical genius at age 6. After a dark spiral into addiction, he got clean in 1990 and never looked back. Now, he’s a rapid-fire comic compared to Don Rickles, a self-taught piano savant, and a motivational speaker bringing “Comedy Therapy” to recovery centers nationwide.Elon Gold is a comedian, actor, and writer whose one-hour Netflix stand-up special Chosen & Taken received acclaim from audiences and peers alike. Known for his sharp wit and spot-on impressions, he has appeared on The Tonight Show and The Late Late Show with James Corden. Gold blends clever observations with hilarious characters, delivering high-energy, smart, and relatable comedy that appeals to a wide range of audiences.
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- Sunday July 27th 06:00PM - Shadowland Stages
- Elon Gold
- Elon Gold is a comedian, actor, and writer whose one-hour Netflix stand-up special Chosen & Taken received acclaim from audiences and peers alike. Known for his sharp wit and spot-on impressions, he has appeared on The Tonight Show and The Late Late Show with James Corden. He stars in the upcoming films Trust Me, I’m a Doctor and The Badchan. His hit podcast Stars of David is the #1 Jewish podcast in America. Gold blends clever observations with hilarious characters, delivering high-energy, smart, and relatable comedy that appeals to a wide range of audiences.
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