Event Series Intro to Judaism – Fall

Intro to Judaism – Fall

Congregation Shir Shalom 4660 Sheridan Drive, Williamsville, 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: September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20, 27, November 3, 17, 24, December 8, 15, January 12 Time/Location: 9:30 - 11:15 am / Congregation Shir Shalom Cost: $142 a semester   CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Remember This: The Lesson Of Jan Karski

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

PERFORMANCE TIMES: Thursday, 7:30 pm • Saturday, 3:30 pm • Saturday, 7:30 pm • Sunday, 2:00 pm JRT favorite David Lundy gives a tour-de-force performance as Jan Karski in this genre-defying true story of a reluctant World War II hero and Holocaust witness. After surviving the devastation of the Blitzkrieg, Karski swears allegiance to the Polish Underground and risks his life to carry the first eyewitness reports of war-torn Poland to the Western world and, ultimately, the Oval Office. Escaping a Gestapo prison, bearing witness to the despair of the Warsaw Ghetto and confronted by the inhumanity of a death camp, Karski endures unspeakable mental anguish and physical torture to stand tall in the halls of power and speak the truth. This beautiful and touching new work captures the complexity and legacy of this self-described "insignificant, little man" whose timely story of moral courage and individual responsibility can still shake the conscience of the world. JRT is honored to present the highly exclusive regional premiere of this timely and essential new show. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Mobile Museums of Tolerance Open House

Buffalo, NY Buffalo, NY, United States

The Holocaust Education Resource Organization is hosting an open house for the Simon Wiesenthal’s Mobile Museum of Tolerance (MMOT). Fully funded by the New York State legislature, MMOT is a free, state-of-the-art traveling museum, the first-of-its-kind in New York. Utilizing innovative technology and interactive lessons, the MMOT offers immersive and engaging age-appropriate learning opportunities led by an experienced New York State educator. It provides state-standard and curriculum-aligned lessons for students in grades 5-12. The MMOT offers five workshops that cover the critical topics of: • The Holocaust         • Civil Rights • Propaganda             • Discrimination • Hate                          • Dehumanization For more information contact Lauren Bloomberg - lauren@buffalojewishfederation.org.

Kosher Mini Chefs – Fall Session

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

Kosher Mini Chefs - fall session Our mini chefs will join together to cook, bake, create fun crafts, while learning about Jewish themes! Fall sessions 4 weeks Mondays, November 11, 18, 25 and December 2. 4:00 - 4:45pm Kids 3 -12 Registration @ jewishBuffalo.com

Event Series PJ PEER

PJ PEER

Buffalo, NY Buffalo, NY, United States

PJ PEER (PJ Library Parent Engagement & Empowerment Resources) is a FREE innovative program designed to foster a vibrant network of micro-communities among parents raising young Jewish children throughout the Buffalo area. This initiative aims to empower parents to create engaging, welcoming, and meaningful Jewish gatherings for their friends and families. By providing resources and support through a four session program, PJ PEER encourages parents to take an active role in building and nurturing the broader community while enriching their own Jewish experience. Our Fall Cohort is currently full. If you are interested in joining the Spring Cohort, please reach out to Zahava at zahava@buffalojewishfederation.org.

Event Series Nurturing Relationships

Nurturing Relationships

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

Jewish Wisdom for Building Deeper, Richer Connection in All Your Relationships Relationships don’t just happen—they’re nurtured. This course empowers you to enhance, enrich, and nurture all your interpersonal relationships—at home, at work, and beyond. Explore classic Jewish texts to uncover knowledge and skills for practicing empathy, active listening, agreeable disagreement, interpersonal optimism, constructive criticism, and effective relationship repair. Hot dinner served - All are welcome, no cost 6 Mondays November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 9, 16. 7:00 - 8:30pm Center for Jewish Life 757 Hopkins Rd Williamsville NY 14221 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER  This course will satisfy most states’ continuing education requirements for Medical Doctors, Psychologists, Social Workers, LMFTs, and LMHC/LPCs. Go to myjli.com/continuingeducation for a complete accreditation statement.