Sukkot is a weeklong Jewish festival that comes five days after Yom Kippur. Sukkot celebrates the gathering of the harvest and many Jews celebrate by eating (and some even sleeping) in a foliage-covered booth (known as a sukkah).
Shemini Atzeret is the 8th day of Sukkot – It is a separate, yet connected, holy day devoted to the spiritual aspects of the festival of Sukkot.
Simchat Torah marks the conclusion of the annual cycle of public Torah readings, and the beginning of a new cycle. It is often celebrated in synagogue during evening and morning services.
Have you wanted to refresh and improve your spoken Hebrew but haven't had the opportunity to do so? Rabbi Ori Bergman will facilitate a monthly conversation in Hebrew over a Kos Kafe! This event will meet on the first Tuesday of each month. Dates include: October 5, November 2, December 7, January 4, February 1, […]
Mussar for Men, facilitated by Rabbi Ori Bergman, will use conversations based on Jewish texts along with contemplative daily practices to set each of us on a personal path towards self-discovery and transformation. This group is designed for men who are parenting young children. They meet once a month, on the first Tuesday of each […]
Virtually Limitless: Our Shared Shelf Season 2 National Women’s Philanthropy Monthly Book & Author Series National Women’s Philanthropy and Jewish Buffalo Women’s Philanthropy invite you to Virtually Limitless: Our Shared Shelf Monthly Book and Author Series - Season 2. Join women from Buffalo and other Federations across the country for this unique book club opportunity. […]
This year's virtual event will feature local author and advocate - Vickie Rubin!
Youth and Family professionals working at synagogues and agencies across Jewish Buffalo come together to collaborate and idea share. Organized by the Center for Jewish Engagement and Learning.
JCC Monthly Board Meetings are held virtually Questions? Email Nathan Doherty at ndoherty@jccbuffalo.org Thursday, April 15 Wednesday, May 12 Thursday, June 10 Thursday, August 12 Thursday, September 2 Thursday, October 7 Thursday, November 4 Wednesday, December 8
Join us on a 90 minute walking tour of historic Jewish cemeteries along Pine Ridge Road. Learn more and register online at www.explorebuffalo.org The Jewish Cemetery Tour is part of Explore Buffalo's Community Cultural Project, presented by Uniland.
Teen Leadership Fellowship participants will develop practical skills and gain awareness of Buffalo's history, civic responsibility, race/diversity, and personal potential all through the lens of applied Jewish wisdom. Open to teens in grade 10. Upon registration, teens will be asked to complete a few short personal reflections. This program takes place one Sunday a month. […]
Be a part of our People of the Book Author Series as we showcase authors and from Western New York and beyond. Join us as we explore diversity, culture, and Jewish identity through our virtual and in-person author events! Virtual Author Event with Michelle Cameron Beyond the Ghetto Gates Tuesday, October 12 | 7 – 8 […]
This course is for those with a basic knowledge of Hebrew, looking to get a grasp of learning commonly used conversational phrases. This course meets Tuesdays for 8 weeks. Dates include: October 12, 19, 26, November 9, 16, 23, 30 & December 14. Cost: $118/8 weeks Taught by Rabbi Ori Bergman Register: bit.ly/adultexp2021
Nickel City Jews Volunteer leader meeting. For more information, contact Mike Steklof at mike@buffalojewishfederation.org
Wise Aging, part of the Women Gathering series, focuses on using and celebrating our collected wisdom and experiences through a Jewish context to help us age well. Explore the challenges and benefits of growing older through text study, interactive discussions, mindfulness practices and community. This program will take place the second Wednesday of each month […]
Residents of the Jewish Women's Group Home gather for songs & stories with Rabbi Ori Bergman in celebration of Jewish holidays and festivals.
This intermediate level Hebrew course is to further develop skills for those who already know the Hebrew alphabet and can read several words and phrases. The focus of this course is on Hebrew prayer. This course meets Wednesdays for 12 weeks. Dates include: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15, […]
Celebrate fall with Nickel City Jews while enjoying cider and donuts with new and old friends. This is a pay your own way event.
Join us on a 90 minute walking tour of historic Jewish cemeteries along Pine Ridge Road. Learn more and register online at www.explorebuffalo.org The Jewish Cemetery Tour is part of Explore Buffalo's Community Cultural Project, presented by Uniland.
Residents of the Future Men's Jewish group home gather with Rabbi Adam Rosenbaum and Zack Steinberg for songs and stories in celebration of upcoming Jewish holidays and festivals. **Special for September 12: Residents of the Future Men's Jewish Group Home will gather in Amherst State Park to participate in the Community Reverse Tashlich program.
Meet us out at Camp to celebrate Fall! We will make Buffalo Pennants, eat s'mores and sing around the campfire. Open to kids in grades 5 - 8. Register at: https://bit.ly/buffallcelebration Do you need accommodations to make this event meaningful, contact Mike at mike@buffalojewishfederation.org
This year-long program will guide participants through a substantive Jewish learning experience emphasizing how a celebration of Jewish time can help individuals integrate Judaism into the natural rhythms of their lives. Participants will experience living the Jewish calendar through the celebration of a variety of holidays and festivals. Additionally, the curriculum is designed to explore […]
Join Women's Philanthropy, Belonging, and local author Vickie Rubin as she discusses her book: Raising Jess - A Story of Hope. This program will be offered on Zoom. Q & A following discussion. ➡Register for FREE at: bit.ly/raisingjess. BOOK SUMMARY: Raising Jess is the powerful story of one family’s survival when faced with adversity. Written […]
This course is for those with a basic knowledge of Hebrew, looking to get a grasp of learning commonly used conversational phrases. This course meets Tuesdays for 8 weeks. Dates include: October 12, 19, 26, November 9, 16, 23, 30 & December 14. Cost: $118/8 weeks Taught by Rabbi Ori Bergman Register: bit.ly/adultexp2021
Wise Aging, part of the Women Gathering series, focuses on using and celebrating our collected wisdom and experiences through a Jewish context to help us age well. Explore the challenges and benefits of growing older through text study, interactive discussions, mindfulness practices and community. This program will take place the third Wednesday of each month […]
This intermediate level Hebrew course is to further develop skills for those who already know the Hebrew alphabet and can read several words and phrases. The focus of this course is on Hebrew prayer. This course meets Wednesdays for 12 weeks. Dates include: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15, […]
In collaboration with the Buffalo Board of Rabbis and Cantors, this exceptional course is designed for: couples of multiple faiths considering marriage, individuals interested in conversion, or individuals (Jewish and non-Jewish) interested in learning more about Jewish religion and history. This course will explore the Jewish calendar and life cycles, worship and beliefs, the Bible, […]
Join us On Thursday, October 21 to learn about National Women's Philanthropy, The Shabbat Project, and challah! Open to all female philanthropists; no charge! REGISTER HERE: https://form.jotform.com/jfna/nwpshabbat Want to MAKE challah with us? Our program will feature Miriam Litzman from @ovenfreshchallah. Miriam will guide us through the spirituality of Shabbat and challah, and she will […]
Men Gathering, facilitated by Rob Goldberg, is a monthly opportunity for men ages 30-60 to gather over food and drink for casual conversation about issues and events that matter such as fatherhood, politics, Jewish culture, and anti-Semitism. This group meets in person when possible, in different locations on Thursdays - October 21, December 2, January […]
Experience fall at its finest with new and old friends from Roc City Jews/Chabad Young Professionals/Nickel City Jews at Letchworth State Park! Register at: bit.ly/fallmixer1021
Children will make and learn to play an Appalachian canjo. (Ages 9-13) FREE and Open to the Community! Space is limited. Pre-registration is required, contact Katie Wzontek at kwzontek@jccbuffalo.org or (716) 204-2084. Proof of vaccination will be required at the door and we ask all participants to wear masks. Event sponsored by Hispanic Heritage Council, […]
Join American classical guitarist Adam Levin and Israeli mandolinist Jacob Reuven in conversation to find out more about their music, process and ongoing programs. FREE and Open to the Community! Space is limited. Pre-registration is required, contact Katie Wzontek at kwzontek@jccbuffalo.org or (716) 204-2084. Proof of vaccination will be required at the door and we […]
Meeting will be held on Zoom Contact Mara at mara@buffalojewishfederation.org
Location TBD Contact Elizabeth Schram - elizabeth@buffalojewishfederation.org
Following a hybrid meeting model - Locations TBD. Questions? Contact Ben Wolfson at ben@buffalojewishfederation.org Tuesday Dates: October 26, 2021 November 30 December 21 January 25, 2022 Feb 15 March 29 April 26 May 17 June 7
This intermediate level Hebrew course is to further develop skills for those who already know the Hebrew alphabet and can read several words and phrases. The focus of this course is on Hebrew prayer. This course meets Wednesdays for 12 weeks. Dates include: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15, […]
In collaboration with the Buffalo Board of Rabbis and Cantors, this exceptional course is designed for: couples of multiple faiths considering marriage, individuals interested in conversion, or individuals (Jewish and non-Jewish) interested in learning more about Jewish religion and history. This course will explore the Jewish calendar and life cycles, worship and beliefs, the Bible, […]
How has your life changed in 2021? Ben Wolfson and Rabbi Ori Bergman will guide conversations about what it's like to be a teen today and how Judaism can help teens make sense of the people, events, and trends that impact their lives on a daily basis. Open to teens in grades 8 and 9. […]
Monthly meetings for descendants of Holocaust Survivors - held virtually. December 14, 2020 January 18, 2021 February 15, 2021 March 22, 2021 April 26, 2021 May 24, 2021 June 21, 2021 July 19, 2021 August 16, 2021 September 13, 2021 November 1, 2021 December 2, 2021 - Hanukkah Party - Starting at 6 PM (Location […]
Mussar for Men, facilitated by Rabbi Ori Bergman, will use conversations based on Jewish texts along with contemplative daily practices to set each of us on a personal path towards self-discovery and transformation. This group is designed for men who are parenting young children. They meet once a month, on the first Tuesday of each […]
Made in Buffalo Presents: A Conversation with Gary Ginsberg Author of FIRST FRIENDS: The Powerful, Unsung (And Unelected) People Who Shaped Our Presidents Moderated by Melissa Brown, Executive Director of the Buffalo History Museum In person event at Temple Beth Tzedek - and will be live-streamed as well. ➡Register for FREE at: http://bit.ly/firstfriends716 Gary Ginsberg […]
Have you wanted to refresh and improve your spoken Hebrew but haven't had the opportunity to do so? Rabbi Ori Bergman will facilitate a monthly conversation in Hebrew over a Kos Kafe! This event will meet on the first Tuesday of each month. Dates include: October 5, November 2, December 7, January 4, February 1, […]
This intermediate level Hebrew course is to further develop skills for those who already know the Hebrew alphabet and can read several words and phrases. The focus of this course is on Hebrew prayer. This course meets Wednesdays for 12 weeks. Dates include: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15, […]
In collaboration with the Buffalo Board of Rabbis and Cantors, this exceptional course is designed for: couples of multiple faiths considering marriage, individuals interested in conversion, or individuals (Jewish and non-Jewish) interested in learning more about Jewish religion and history. This course will explore the Jewish calendar and life cycles, worship and beliefs, the Bible, […]
How has your life changed in 2021? Ben Wolfson and Rabbi Ori Bergman will guide conversations about what it's like to be a teen today and how Judaism can help teens make sense of the people, events, and trends that impact their lives on a daily basis. Open to teens in grades 8 and 9. […]
Youth and Family professionals working at synagogues and agencies across Jewish Buffalo come together to collaborate and idea share. Organized by the Center for Jewish Engagement and Learning.
JCC Monthly Board Meetings are held virtually Questions? Email Nathan Doherty at ndoherty@jccbuffalo.org Thursday, April 15 Wednesday, May 12 Thursday, June 10 Thursday, August 12 Thursday, September 2 Thursday, October 7 Thursday, November 4 Wednesday, December 8
Be a part of our People of the Book Author Series as we showcase authors and from Western New York and beyond. Join us as we explore diversity, culture, and Jewish identity through our virtual and in-person author events! Virtual Author Event with Eyal Press Dirty Work Thursday, November 4 | 7-8 pm Virtual event […]