No experience necessary. This course is for beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet, grammar, vocabulary and trope with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat, synagogue services, and traditional blessings. • Thursdays 6:30–7:30 pm • 8 weeks: October 15 - December 10 • Cost: $180 • Instructor: Cantor Susan Lewis-Friedman CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Jewish Women Rooted: Welcoming the Month of Kislev The Hebrew month of Kislev invites us to turn toward light, hope, and possibility as the days grow shorter and darker. Kislev carries the energy of dreaming, resilience, and trusting in the light that is still emerging. Join us as we learn how to interpret our dreams, find the light we carry, and how we can let ourselves shine. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Midlife Shabbat Gatherings bring people together through shared meals, meaningful conversation, and the rhythms of Shabbat. Gatherings may include home-based potluck dinners, restaurant outings, Friday evening celebrations, and Saturday Havdalah experiences. Connect with friends old and new while building community through joyful Jewish experiences. Click here to register!
A delightful walk in the woods with good company. Please RSVP by Sunday, November 8th. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
PJ & Me (Ages 0-2) is a joyful, gentle playtime designed for babies, toddlers, and the adults who love them. This cozy, connection centered program offers a chance to bond with your little one, meet other families and create sweet first Jewish memories. We’ll enjoy simple stories, songs, movement and sensory exploration inspired by PJ library books. Click here to register!
Gate to the Heart In this class, you’ll combine text study, introspective conversation, and simple meditation to introduce the basic concepts of Kabbalah and to experience the reality those ideas describe. Work from the book “Gate to the Heart” by Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi and explore ‘four worlds’, Sefirot, levels of the soul, and different modes of encounter with The Divine. No experience with either Kabbalah or meditation is required, only openness and curiosity. Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:00 pm 8 weeks: October 14 – December 23 Cost: $180 (plus cost of book) Instructor: Rabbi Shlomo Schachter CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
No experience necessary. This course is for beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet, grammar, vocabulary and trope with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat, synagogue services, and traditional blessings. • Thursdays 6:30–7:30 pm • 8 weeks: October 15 - December 10 • Cost: $180 • Instructor: Cantor Susan Lewis-Friedman CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Join Robin Kurss for an exploration of Jewish life through food. Each gathering features hands-on cooking, conversation, and recipes connected to Jewish holidays, traditions, and cultures from around the world. Whether you're an experienced cook or simply curious, you'll leave with new skills, meaningful connections, and something delicious to share. Cost: $36/person Register By November 12 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Hanukkah Toolkit: Bring Hanukkah to the Classroom! Help share the joy and traditions of Hanukkah with your child’s or grandchild’s classroom! PJ Library and Buffalo Jewish Federation invite parents and grandparents to bring a little Hanukkah magic into local classrooms with our Hanukkah Toolkit! Designed to make sharing the holiday easy and fun, each toolkit includes everything you need to lead an engaging, age-appropriate Hanukkah experience, including a simple lesson plan, stories, hands-on activities, and more. No teaching experience necessary! Whether you're sharing Hanukkah traditions for the first time or continuing a family tradition of classroom visits, this is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Jewish identity while helping classmates learn about the holiday. Location: JCC Benderson Building Lobby We look forward to helping you bring the light of Hanukkah into your classroom!
Jewish Men Rooted, facilitated by local clergy and educators, is an opportunity for men to gather over food and drink for casual conversation about issues and events that matter; politics, Jewish culture, antisemitism, and celebrating our collective experiences through a Jewish lens. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
