The Jewish Perspective
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Each week Rabbi Heschel Greenberg leads an insightful conversation on relevant Jewish topics. Followed by a delicious brunch.
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Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Where it’s fun to be Jewish Dinner will be served. For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133
3 events,
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
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Drag Queen Bingo
Drag Queen Bingo
This is not your grandmother's bingo! Join us for an adult only gender bending hysterical bingo game. Bingo cards are $5 and all proceeds will support trans youth in Buffalo.
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Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
The Torah Studies class brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of enticing weekly classes. Each class introduces ideas and issues from the current weekly Torah portion and, through discussion and debate, creates a meaningful connection between the timeless wisdom of the Torah and modern-day living.
2 events,
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah (Zoom Only). Join Rabbi Greenberg for a penetrating and inspiring exploration of the weekly torah portion. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
1 event,
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
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8 events,
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Drag Queen Story Time
Drag Queen Story Time
It’s just what it sounds like! Storytellers using the art of drag to read books and leading crafts for kids! This program is in partnership with PJ Library and recommended for children ages 3 and up. Join us for RAINBOW BAGELS from 8:30 - 9 am. Story time will run 9 - 10 am.
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BLT – MEN’S TEFILLIN CLUB
BLT – MEN’S TEFILLIN CLUB
Bagel. Lox. Tefillin. First Sunday of each month. Jump-start your month with a power breakfast for your Body and Soul. Pairs of Tefillin and instructions will be provided. No background necessary. September 4 October 2 November 6 December 4 January 1 February 5 March 5 April 2 May 7 June 4 July 2 August 6 at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600
The Jewish Perspective
The Jewish Perspective
Each week Rabbi Heschel Greenberg leads an insightful conversation on relevant Jewish topics. Followed by a delicious brunch.
0 events,
2 events,
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Where it’s fun to be Jewish Dinner will be served. For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133
People of the Book Spring
People of the Book Spring
Tuesday, June 6 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Burt Freiman - The Darker Shades of Night is about the life of a brilliant Jewish woman who is compelled to confront the misogynistic restrictions which dictate the course of her life in the Jewish ghetto of Ostropol, Ukraine at the turn of the 20th century. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/06/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-burt-freiman/ Tuesday, June 13 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Mark Goldman - City of My Heart is romantic and infused with hope, an effort to extract from the often painful pages of the history aspects of our past that will inspire faith in ourselves and our community. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/13/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-mark-goldman/ Tuesday, June 20 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Howard Wolf - Distant Love dramatizes in terms both humorous and elegiac a quest for something like love at an earthly level for the protagonist and a cosmological height for the heroine. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/20/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-howard-wolf/ Tuesday, June 27 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm Richard Laub - Two Acres of Time explores the nearly three decades, work at the site—the “Byron Dig”—unearthed new evidence of changing fauna, flora, cultures, and environments over the past 13,000 years. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/27/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-richard-laub/
4 events,
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
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BJF Board Mtgs 2023
BJF Board Mtgs 2023
Buffalo Jewish Federation Board of Governors virtual meetings will begin at 5:00pm in-person meetings will begin at 7:00pm Wednesday, February 15 — Zoom Wednesday, March 29 — Zoom Wednesday, June 7 — in-person Wednesday, Aug 16 — in person Wednesday, October 18 — TBD
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Virtually Limitless: Our Shared Shelf Book and Author Series 2023
Virtually Limitless: Our Shared Shelf Book and Author Series 2023
Virtually Limitless: Our Shared Shelf Season 3 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 3. Join women from Buffalo and other Federations across the country for this unique book club opportunity. Sign up once and receive information for ALL events in the series. Wednesday, June 7 at 8:00 pm Book: Anvils, Mallets and Dynamite: The Unauthorized Biography of Looney Tunes by Jamie Weinman https://a.co/d/eWGynlX Register: http://jfeds.org/NWPsharedshelf Additional Series Dates: January 24 | February 15 | March 29 | May 17 | June 28 | July 19
3 events,
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600
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HRC Awards Ceremony 2023
HRC Awards Ceremony 2023
The community is invited to celebrate the winners of the: Arts & Writing Contest Sophia Veffer Upstander Award Toby Ticktin Back Educator Award *kosher dessert reception to follow RSVP: bit.ly/HRCAWARDS23
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah (Zoom Only). Join Rabbi Greenberg for a penetrating and inspiring exploration of the weekly torah portion. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
2 events,
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
Shabbat ShaFamily
Shabbat ShaFamily
The whole family is invited to celebrate Shabbat with PJ Library and our friends at our partner organizations. On June 9, join us at Jewish Discovery Center (831 Maple Rd, Williamsville) to celebrate Shabbat together. We will sing, dance, and read PJ Library stories. Dates include: October 14, December 9, January 20, February 3, March 3, April 14, May 12, June 9, & August 11. Register at https://buffalojewishfederation.org/link-gatherings
0 events,
2 events,
The Jewish Perspective
The Jewish Perspective
Each week Rabbi Heschel Greenberg leads an insightful conversation on relevant Jewish topics. Followed by a delicious brunch.
1 event,
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Lunch & Learn w/Rabbi Gutmann
Lunch & Learn w/Rabbi Gutmann
Bring your own lunch and join the conversation! Dates: March 13, April 17, May 8, June 12
2 events,
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Where it’s fun to be Jewish Dinner will be served. For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133
People of the Book Spring
People of the Book Spring
Tuesday, June 6 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Burt Freiman - The Darker Shades of Night is about the life of a brilliant Jewish woman who is compelled to confront the misogynistic restrictions which dictate the course of her life in the Jewish ghetto of Ostropol, Ukraine at the turn of the 20th century. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/06/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-burt-freiman/ Tuesday, June 13 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Mark Goldman - City of My Heart is romantic and infused with hope, an effort to extract from the often painful pages of the history aspects of our past that will inspire faith in ourselves and our community. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/13/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-mark-goldman/ Tuesday, June 20 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Howard Wolf - Distant Love dramatizes in terms both humorous and elegiac a quest for something like love at an earthly level for the protagonist and a cosmological height for the heroine. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/20/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-howard-wolf/ Tuesday, June 27 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm Richard Laub - Two Acres of Time explores the nearly three decades, work at the site—the “Byron Dig”—unearthed new evidence of changing fauna, flora, cultures, and environments over the past 13,000 years. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/27/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-richard-laub/
2 events,
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
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Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
The Torah Studies class brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of enticing weekly classes. Each class introduces ideas and issues from the current weekly Torah portion and, through discussion and debate, creates a meaningful connection between the timeless wisdom of the Torah and modern-day living.
2 events,
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah (Zoom Only). Join Rabbi Greenberg for a penetrating and inspiring exploration of the weekly torah portion. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
1 event,
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
0 events,
1 event,
The Jewish Perspective
The Jewish Perspective
Each week Rabbi Heschel Greenberg leads an insightful conversation on relevant Jewish topics. Followed by a delicious brunch.
0 events,
4 events,
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Where it’s fun to be Jewish Dinner will be served. For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133
People of the Book Spring
People of the Book Spring
Tuesday, June 6 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Burt Freiman - The Darker Shades of Night is about the life of a brilliant Jewish woman who is compelled to confront the misogynistic restrictions which dictate the course of her life in the Jewish ghetto of Ostropol, Ukraine at the turn of the 20th century. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/06/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-burt-freiman/ Tuesday, June 13 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Mark Goldman - City of My Heart is romantic and infused with hope, an effort to extract from the often painful pages of the history aspects of our past that will inspire faith in ourselves and our community. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/13/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-mark-goldman/ Tuesday, June 20 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Howard Wolf - Distant Love dramatizes in terms both humorous and elegiac a quest for something like love at an earthly level for the protagonist and a cosmological height for the heroine. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/20/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-howard-wolf/ Tuesday, June 27 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm Richard Laub - Two Acres of Time explores the nearly three decades, work at the site—the “Byron Dig”—unearthed new evidence of changing fauna, flora, cultures, and environments over the past 13,000 years. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/27/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-richard-laub/
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Informational Meeting for IsraelNow Teen Trip
Informational Meeting for IsraelNow Teen Trip
Join us for an informational meeting for 8th graders interested in attending the IsraelNow Teen Trip on Tuesday, June 20th from 7 - 9 PM. The purpose of this program is to nurture and strengthen a long-lasting connection and commitment to Jewish life among our community's youth. This trip is an educational program designed to give eighth graders an immersive, emotional and memorable taste of Israel and their Jewish heritage through a week-long, hands-on experience. Rachel Kest, Rochester IsraelNow coordinator and Rochester Trip alumni will be joining us in person to share firsthand information about the trip. CLICK HERE TO RSVP
3 events,
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
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HRC Descendants End of Year Dinner
HRC Descendants End of Year Dinner
For more information on the Holocaust Resource Center or to get involved with the Descendants group, please contact Lauren Bloomberg at lauren@buffalojewishfederation.org
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Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
The Torah Studies class brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of enticing weekly classes. Each class introduces ideas and issues from the current weekly Torah portion and, through discussion and debate, creates a meaningful connection between the timeless wisdom of the Torah and modern-day living.
4 events,
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600
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Buffalo Corner Reading Series
Buffalo Corner Reading Series
Featured readers include Sherry Robbins and Burt Freiman. Live in person at Congregation Shir Shalom, 4660 Sheridan Drive, Amherst, NY. Virtual via Zoom, Boxcast, Facebook and YouTube.
1 event,
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
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3 events,
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Young Adult Engagement Hike
Young Adult Engagement Hike
Come hike at Devils Hole State Park for a 2-3 mile hike along the beautiful Niagara Gorge followed by a trip to Hibbard’s Custard in Lewiston. This is a pay your own way event. Contact Mike Steklof at mike@buffalojewishfederation.org to RSVP.
The Jewish Perspective
The Jewish Perspective
Each week Rabbi Heschel Greenberg leads an insightful conversation on relevant Jewish topics. Followed by a delicious brunch.
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JCC Creekside Concert
JCC Creekside Concert
Kick off the summer with a blast for the whole family! Live music, food and tap trucks, kids' activities, community vendors, games, volleyball, swimming, and pickleball. Creekside Concert runs from 12-6pm and will feature Magenta Sunshine, Chillent, Tim Britt Band, and Nerds Gone Wild! Ticket Prices: Single Ticket - $8.00 | Family Ticket - $18.00 | JCC Members- FREE CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
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2 events,
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Where it’s fun to be Jewish Dinner will be served. For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133
People of the Book Spring
People of the Book Spring
Tuesday, June 6 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Burt Freiman - The Darker Shades of Night is about the life of a brilliant Jewish woman who is compelled to confront the misogynistic restrictions which dictate the course of her life in the Jewish ghetto of Ostropol, Ukraine at the turn of the 20th century. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/06/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-burt-freiman/ Tuesday, June 13 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Mark Goldman - City of My Heart is romantic and infused with hope, an effort to extract from the often painful pages of the history aspects of our past that will inspire faith in ourselves and our community. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/13/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-mark-goldman/ Tuesday, June 20 | 6:00- 7:00 pm Howard Wolf - Distant Love dramatizes in terms both humorous and elegiac a quest for something like love at an earthly level for the protagonist and a cosmological height for the heroine. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/20/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-howard-wolf/ Tuesday, June 27 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm Richard Laub - Two Acres of Time explores the nearly three decades, work at the site—the “Byron Dig”—unearthed new evidence of changing fauna, flora, cultures, and environments over the past 13,000 years. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/27/arts-and-culture/people-of-the-book-spring-series-author-richard-laub/
5 events,
Delaware Ave. Mansions Walking Tour
Delaware Ave. Mansions Walking Tour
Marvel at grandiose monuments to the Gilded Age and enjoy the intriguing stories of the families who built them on this tour of Delaware Avenue from North Street to Bryant Street. A light lunch will be provided after at the JCC. https://www.jccbuffalo.org/events/2023/06/28/adults/delaware-ave.-mansions-walking-tour/
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
3 events,
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Talmud Weekly Study Group
Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600
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Young Adult Engagement Pride Night
Young Adult Engagement Pride Night
Celebrate Pride with Young Adults at Twenty Six. This is a pay your own way event. Contact Mike at mike@buffalojewishfederation.org to RSVP
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah (Zoom Only). Join Rabbi Greenberg for a penetrating and inspiring exploration of the weekly torah portion. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
1 event,
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
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