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Exploring Our Roots

Poland & Austria

You are invited to spend 9 amazing days discovering Poland and Austria as part of the Jewish Buffalo Exploring our Roots trip. The search for family roots can stem from so many places. Together we will uncover our connection through education, remembrance and hope as we travel from Warsaw to Krakow to Vienna. We will immerse ourselves in regions history and culture and explore new ways of creating community and reimagining Jewish identity. Enjoy a meaningful travel experience with fellow Buffalonians who will become dear friends. Visit buffalojewishfederation.org/jewish-roots/ for more information and to view the itinerary. Tour Operator: J2 Adventures Federation Staff Team: Stacey Block & Lauren Bloomberg

Event Series Engage 2.0: The Tribes of Israel

iEngage 2.0: The Tribes of Israel

TBZ Broder Center 700 Sweet Home Road, Amherst, NY, United States

This 10-class series confronts the challenge of creating a Jewish and democratic public space in the modern State of Israel through Jewish text and leading intellectual voices from the renowned Shalom Hartman Institute. Thought-provoking discussion led by Rabbi Brent Gutmann. Members and non-members are welcome. Wednesdays, 10-11:30 AM, at the Broder Center 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/10, and 4/17 A ZOOM link will be provided for remote students. Tuition (includes all materials): $100/members, $180/non-members Register at: bit.ly/TBZIENGAGE2

Haggadah Show & Tell

Temple Beth Tzedek Social Hall 1641 N. Forest Rd., Williamsville, NY, United States

Bring a favorite Haggadah to this learning session. We will explore the different ways the Passover story is told in different Haggadot. You will leave with new pearls of wisdom to share at your Seder.

Event Series Introduction to Judaism – Spring

Introduction to Judaism – Spring

Zoom Meeting NY, United States

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, Rabbinic literature, Antisemitism, the Holocaust, Zionism and the State of Israel.  Dates: January 24, 31, February 7, 21, 28, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, & 17 Time/Location: 7:00-8:30 pm/Zoom Cost: $136 a semester   Registration: https://buffalojewishfederation.org/link-gatherings/ 

Event Series The People of the Book Speaker Series

People of the Book Series: Author Dan Rosenberg

Jewish Community Center – Maxine and Robert Seller Theater 2640 North Forest Road, Getzville, NY, United States

Elusive Links: A story of connection, compassion and competition by Dan Rosenberg A blend of real and imagined characters into a medieval saga and connects them to a modern story in 2002- 2003. When the Spanish inquisition, golf, romance and Maimonides converge, our fractured world can learn valuable lessons about compassion, charity, and competition. Follow Ben Solomon's incredible journey...expelled from Spain in 1493, he lands in Scotland where he develops the sport of golf under the protection of King James IV. A book, genealogy, and the teachings of Moses Maimonides connect Solomon to a 21st century interfaith couple and their golfing entourage in the United States. Cost: $8/person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Event Series Women Gathering: Well Circle

Women Gathering: Well Circle

Buffalo, NY Buffalo, NY, United States

This monthly peer-led Rosh Chodesh gathering connects women to body, soul, and community through wellness learning and Jewish spirituality.  This group is designed for women in their 40s and younger. For more information, contact Robin Kurss: robin@buffalojewishfederation.org

Event Series Talmud Weekly Study Group

Talmud Weekly Study Group

Center for Jewish Life 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville, NY, United States

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

TBZ Freedom Seder 2024

Temple Beth Zion Delaware 805 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, United States

Please join us for a Freedom Sedar hosted by First Shiloh Baptist Church & Temple Beth Zion No Charge - Suggested Donation $18/person. Register no later than April 4. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Event Series The Inside Story: Explore the Torah

The Inside Story: Explore the Torah

Virtual Event

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

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