Open to ALL TEENS IN THE COMMUNITY (8th - 12th grade) NO CHARGE Just come and have fun playing board games with other Jewish teens, and feel free to bring your own favorite game to share! RSVP to Zack at youth@tbz.org
Come into the Sukkah, shake the lulav, smell the etrog, and celebrate Sukkot and Shabbat with our friends at Congregation Shir Shalom! Complimentary dinner will be served as a part of the program. Register: https://buffalojewishfederation.org/link-gatherings/
Our hearts are shattered as we continue to watch the news and see our brothers and sisters in Israel in the midst of war. Now, more than ever, it is critical that we come together and publicly display our love and support of Israel and the people who live there. We stands shoulder to shoulder with Israel as we pray for our families, and friends, and for the safety of Israel. We’ll see you there. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
This basic introductory Hebrew reading course is for beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet, grammar and vocabulary with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat, synagogue services and traditional blessings. Dates: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15, 29, December 6, 13, 20, January 3, & 10 Time/Location: 6-7 pm/Zoom Cost: $210 a semester Register at: https://buffalojewishfederation.org/link-gatherings/
Through Student to Student, Jewish students share their lived experiences as Jewish teens in order to put a human face on Judaism and dismantle antisemitism especially in schools that lack a Jewish presence. Do you want to serve as a Student to Student presenter this year? Participate in this training program led by area Rabbis and Jewish Educators to get prepared to share your Jewish story. Dates: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15, 29, December 5 Time/Location:6:30-8 pm/in person Cost: $90 Register at: https://buffalojewishfederation.org/link-gatherings
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: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15, 29, December 6, 13, 20, January 10, 17 Time/Location: 6:30-8:30 pm/JCC Cost: $136 a semester Registration: https://buffalojewishfederation.org/link-gatherings/
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. Dates: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15, 29, December 6, 13, 20, January 3 & 10 Time/Location: 7:30-8:30 pm/Zoom Cost: $210 a semester Register at: https://buffalojewishfederation.org/link-gatherings/
Happiness is Learned. Your weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. 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.
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
Contact Mike Steklof for more information: mike@buffalojewishfederation.org
