Gordon JCC Jewish Book Series
An Iconic Taste of New York Is Coming to Nashville!
The Gordon JCC’s Jewish Book Series returns with a delicious opening event! Join us for a special weekend featuring Russ & Daughters, one of New York’s most celebrated Jewish food institutions, and Nashville’s acclaimed Butcher & Bee restaurant.
Meet Niki Russ Federman and Josh Russ Tupper, fourth-generation cousins and owners of Russ & Daughters, for a conversation about food, family and the traditions behind their legendary business.



Book Talk & Signing
Friday, November 20, 2026 | 1:30 PM
Gordon JCC · Madeline Pargh Arts & Crafts Center
801 Percy Warner Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37205
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $60
Join Niki and Josh for a book talk and signing, with rugelach, babka and other specialty sweets from Russ & Daughters.
Each ticket includes a copy of the book.
Book Talk & Signing + Butcher & Bee Brunch
Friday, November 20, 2026 | 1:30 PM
Book talk and signing at the Gordon JCC
Sunday, November 22, 2026 | 10:30 AM
Special brunch at Butcher & Bee
Members: $125 | Non-Members: $135
Make it a weekend! Enjoy Friday’s book talk, signing and sweets, then join us Sunday for a special brunch featuring food from both Russ & Daughters and Butcher & Bee.
Includes the book, Friday’s event and Sunday’s brunch.
Brunch seating is limited and available only through the combined ticket. Please select the combined option when registering if you would like to attend both events!

