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SUMMARY:The Spirit of Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only).\nGive yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. \nZoom connection information:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 226 849 4785\nPassword: 613 (if prompted)\nor Call +1 929 205 6099
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/the-spirit-of-shabbat-2/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T173000
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DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20250620T181427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T220548Z
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SUMMARY:PJ Pals Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join your PJ Library for a family-friendly Shabbat service and dinner featuring your favorite Buffalo synagogues and community partners!  \nFor more information\, contact Samantha Stevens.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/pj-pals-shabbat-8/
LOCATION:Private Home\, Buffalo\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo,LiNK Jewish Buffalo,PJ Library,PJ Our Way,Young Families
ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Kurss":MAILTO:robin@buffalojewishfederation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20250617T202706Z
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SUMMARY:Wise Men Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This monthly meet-up for men ages 55+ to connect over brunch and meaningful conversation. Together\, we explore the issues that matter—from politics and Jewish culture to rising antisemitism—while celebrating our shared experiences through a Jewish lens. \nFacilitated by Rob Goldberg. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/wise-men-gathering/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, Buffalo\, NY\, Buffalo\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo,LiNK Jewish Buffalo,MidLife Engagement
ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Goldberg":MAILTO:rob@buffalojewishfederation.org
GEO:42.8864468;-78.8783689
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20251222T224856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T224923Z
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SUMMARY:REVOLUTIONS OF THE SOUL
DESCRIPTION:An exploration of the movements that shaped Jewish spiritual life.\nAcross history\, the Jewish people endured upheaval\, yet Judaism kept renewing itself. At crucial moments\, powerful spiritual movements emerged\, reshaping Jewish identity and inner life.\n\nRevolutions of the Soul is a 6-week journey through those transformative eras\, the ideas and teachers that formed Judaism’s inner story.\nFor anyone interested in Jewish history\, thought\, or resilience\, this course offers a compelling exploration.\nDelicious brunch served.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/revolutions-of-the-soul/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Jewish Discovery Center\, 831 Maple Road\, Amherst\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20250224T170827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T163015Z
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SUMMARY:Beit Midrash at KOT
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/beit-midrash-at-kot/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Kehillat Ohr Tzion\, 879 Hopkins Road\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Cheryl Stein":MAILTO:clslaw@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T190000
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CREATED:20251222T221142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T021922Z
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SUMMARY:Exodus: The Journey that made us
DESCRIPTION:How history\, memory and meaning shaped Jewish values\, practices & identity \n\nDelicious Soups and Salads Will Be Served\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/exodus-the-journey-that-made-us/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:Jewish Discovery Center\, 831 Maple Road\, Amherst\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T190000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Jewish Buffalo w/Chana Revell Kotzin\, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION:Register for FREE to receive the zoom link: Click here! \nHistory is everywhere in the news\, but what about the diverse stories of Jewish Buffalo? Since the 19th century\, Jews have been making their home in Buffalo\, bringing and building an array of attachments and connections\, while forging ever-evolving paths in the city and suburbs. Part of the breadth of Jewish life in America\, Jewish Buffalonians have created a diverse array of local institutions and organizations\, businesses\, and initiatives as they have responded to challenges and changes as individuals\, families and neighbors. From utopian dreams that fail to materialize to neighborhoods and community institutions that did emerge\, we will trace these local\, national and international stories from the 1820’s to our contemporary times over three online sessions. What was the attraction of Buffalo for Jews? Who settled here and why? How did communities evolve? Which factors were instrumental in shaping Jewish living in Greater Buffalo? How did these dynamics interact with existing communities? Did Buffalo Jewish trajectories mirror or diverge from other Jewish Community Histories in America? \nUsing materials drawn from organizational archives\, as well as individual\, family and business papers\, we will study the varied stories of Jewish community in the Greater Buffalo region. \nSession 1 (February 9th) will explore the Ararat story and its enduring fascination\, the later founding of a Jewish community in Buffalo with the beginnings of communal buildings\, as well as the men and women who made this happen. \nSession 2 (February 16th)\, we will follow the exponential growth of Jewish communities from 1881 and organizational flourishing alongside the creation of the “first” Jewish neighborhood on William Street. Through its different cultures and commercial vitality\, we will follow unfolding national and international stories of flight\, refuge\, wars\, and more. \nSession 3 (February 23rd)\, we will delve into the stories of North Buffalo and other areas in the city\, then track increasing suburban developments\, chart the legacy of the Holocaust and the impact of the birth of the Stat of Israel in Buffalo. Tracing newer forms of communal attachments and initiatives as well as legacy inheritances across the latter half of the twentieth century\, we will conclude this course in our contemporary times. \nFor over a decade\, Dr. Chana Revell Kotzin was the Director of the Jewish Buffalo History Project\, a University-Community archives program that amassed over 50 Jewish organizational and personal collections for public use. She subsequently worked as the Director of the Jewish Buffalo History Center\, a virtual history and exhibition experience\, currently online at http://jewishbuffalohistory.org. She also served as historian and curator for a reimagined Cofeld Judaic Museum at Temple Beth Zion that opened in 2023. Most recently\, she authored the successful application for inclusion of Ahavas Achim cemetery on National Register for Historic Places. \nMeeting Virtually on Mondays February 9th\, 16th and 23rd at 7-8pm ET
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/exploring-jewish-buffalo/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:JCC,Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Horowitz":MAILTO:mhorowitz@jccbuffalo.org
GEO:40.7127753;-74.0059728
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20260109T135844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T135844Z
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SUMMARY:Captivating Cases in Rabbinic Responsa 
DESCRIPTION:Captivating Cases in Rabbinic Responsa is a fascinating series exploring the questions our ancestors asked sages across the ages. \n3 things we’ll learn in the course: \n1. How our ancestors lived\nWe’ll explore thirty real-life cases and get vivid windows into the lives of Jewish individuals and communities across history—from Spain in the fourteenth century\, to nineteenth-century Russia\, and 1950s Brooklyn. What did they worry about? What problems did they face? Join to find out! \n2. How Jewish law works\nIt shapes everything from the synagogue service to who wins a dispute—but Jewish law is shrouded in mystery. How does an ancient law apply to new realities? How do the rules get made? We’ll unpack the steps that the sages followed to adjudicate disputes and answer tricky questions. \n3. The future of Judaism\nIn our final lesson\, we’ll see how Jewish law is already grappling with the questions raised by travel to Mars\, artificial intelligence\, lab-grown meat\, and more. \nUncover your history. Understand your heritage. Join us for an enlightening and intriguing course. \nInstructor: Rabbi Laizer Labkovski \nHot dinner served\nNo charge\, all are welcome! \nClick here to register!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/captivating-cases-in-rabbinic-responsa/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:Center for Jewish Life\, 757 Hopkins Rd\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Laizer Labkovski":MAILTO:laizerl@gmail.com
GEO:42.9989459;-78.7387655
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T173000
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CREATED:20251222T225618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T191724Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
DESCRIPTION:Where it’s fun to be Jewish\nat Jewish Discovery Center – 831 Maple Rd.\nDinner will be served at 5:00 PM\nFor more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/jewish-enrichment-kids-club/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Jewish Discovery Center\, 831 Maple Road\, Amherst\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T200000
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CREATED:20251120T164612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T153807Z
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SUMMARY:The Blessing Circle
DESCRIPTION:The Blessings Circle\, a new support group through a Jewish lens for families and friends of those with mental health and addiction issues. All are welcome.\nMonthly. January 20\, Feb 17\, March 17\nSee front desk for location\nFacilitator: Rabbi Yonina of jfswny.\nQuestions/inquiries: yfoster@jfswny.org or (716) 883-1914 x422
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/the-blessing-circle/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:JCC Benderson Family Building\, 2640 N Forest Rd.\, Getzville\, NY\, 14068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Yonina Foster":MAILTO:YFoster@jfswny.org
GEO:43.0133453;-78.7852408
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20260206T190915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T175206Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Community Inclusion Task Force
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/jewish-community-inclusion-task-force/
LOCATION:JCC Benderson Family Building\, 2640 N Forest Rd.\, Getzville\, NY\, 14068\, United States
CATEGORIES:JCC,Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Horowitz":MAILTO:mhorowitz@jccbuffalo.org
GEO:43.0133453;-78.7852408
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T131500
DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20231110T171218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T192142Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/jewish-ethical-wisdom-ethics-of-our-fathers-2/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Jewish Discovery Center\, 831 Maple Road\, Amherst\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
GEO:42.989177;-78.7578046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20251029T203401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T203405Z
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SUMMARY:TBZ Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/tbz-board-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Zion Broder Center\, 700 Sweet Home Road\, Amherst\, US\, 14226
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken Graber":MAILTO:kamas5@aol.com
GEO:42.982479;-78.8084426
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20260109T134154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T134610Z
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SUMMARY:Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nHappiness is Learned.\nYour weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. \nHot dinner served \nThe 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. \nJanuary 14\, 21\, 28 \nFebruary 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 \nMarch 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 \nApril 15\, 22\, 29 \nMay 6\, 13\, 20\, 27 \nJune 3\, 10\, 17\, 24 \nJuly 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 \nAugust 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 \nSeptember 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/center-for-jewish-life-torah-studies/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Center for Jewish Life\, 757 Hopkins Rd\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:LiNK Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Laizer Labkovski":MAILTO:laizerl@gmail.com
GEO:42.9989459;-78.7387655
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T100000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20250425T175627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T150834Z
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SUMMARY:Talmud Weekly Study Group
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am \nDive 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. \nFeel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd\, Williamsville NY 14221 \n716 639-7600
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/talmud-weekly-study-group-2023-2/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Center for Jewish Life\, 757 Hopkins Rd\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Laizer Labkovski":MAILTO:laizerl@gmail.com
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133154
CREATED:20260213T150000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T150000Z
UID:10007312-1771527600-1771533000@buffalojewishfederation.org
SUMMARY:Dubai Chocolate Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/dubai-chocolate-workshop/
LOCATION:Center for Jewish Life\, 757 Hopkins Rd\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Laizer Labkovski":MAILTO:laizerl@gmail.com
GEO:42.9989459;-78.7387655
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T121500
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20231110T172009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T201704Z
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SUMMARY:The Spirit of Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only).\nGive yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. \nZoom connection information:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 226 849 4785\nPassword: 613 (if prompted)\nor Call +1 929 205 6099
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/the-spirit-of-shabbat-2/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20260213T150655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T150655Z
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SUMMARY:Australian Shabbat Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/australian-shabbat-dinner/
LOCATION:Center for Jewish Life\, 757 Hopkins Rd\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Laizer Labkovski":MAILTO:laizerl@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20260113T152511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T175353Z
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SUMMARY:Buffalo Jewish Federation Super Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Super Sunday 2026\, Buffalo Jewish Federation’s Extraordinary Day of Philanthropy. \nJoin us to make calls\, say thank you and pack Dignity Grows totes. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/buffalo-jewish-federation-super-sunday/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Tzedek Social Hall\, 1641 N. Forest Rd.\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campaign for Jewish Buffalo,Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Erin Casper":MAILTO:erin@buffalojewishfederation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20251222T224856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T224923Z
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SUMMARY:REVOLUTIONS OF THE SOUL
DESCRIPTION:An exploration of the movements that shaped Jewish spiritual life.\nAcross history\, the Jewish people endured upheaval\, yet Judaism kept renewing itself. At crucial moments\, powerful spiritual movements emerged\, reshaping Jewish identity and inner life.\n\nRevolutions of the Soul is a 6-week journey through those transformative eras\, the ideas and teachers that formed Judaism’s inner story.\nFor anyone interested in Jewish history\, thought\, or resilience\, this course offers a compelling exploration.\nDelicious brunch served.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/revolutions-of-the-soul/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Jewish Discovery Center\, 831 Maple Road\, Amherst\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20260213T150143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T150143Z
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SUMMARY:Family Hamantash Bake
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/family-hamantash-bake/
LOCATION:Center for Jewish Life\, 757 Hopkins Rd\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Laizer Labkovski":MAILTO:laizerl@gmail.com
GEO:42.9989459;-78.7387655
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20250224T170827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T163015Z
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SUMMARY:Beit Midrash at KOT
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/beit-midrash-at-kot/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Kehillat Ohr Tzion\, 879 Hopkins Road\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Cheryl Stein":MAILTO:clslaw@gmail.com
GEO:43.0031704;-78.7389027
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T194500
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20251222T221142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T021922Z
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SUMMARY:Exodus: The Journey that made us
DESCRIPTION:How history\, memory and meaning shaped Jewish values\, practices & identity \n\nDelicious Soups and Salads Will Be Served\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/exodus-the-journey-that-made-us/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Jewish Discovery Center\, 831 Maple Road\, Amherst\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
GEO:42.989177;-78.7578046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20260102T215920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T154456Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Jewish Buffalo w/Chana Revell Kotzin\, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION:Register for FREE to receive the zoom link: Click here! \nHistory is everywhere in the news\, but what about the diverse stories of Jewish Buffalo? Since the 19th century\, Jews have been making their home in Buffalo\, bringing and building an array of attachments and connections\, while forging ever-evolving paths in the city and suburbs. Part of the breadth of Jewish life in America\, Jewish Buffalonians have created a diverse array of local institutions and organizations\, businesses\, and initiatives as they have responded to challenges and changes as individuals\, families and neighbors. From utopian dreams that fail to materialize to neighborhoods and community institutions that did emerge\, we will trace these local\, national and international stories from the 1820’s to our contemporary times over three online sessions. What was the attraction of Buffalo for Jews? Who settled here and why? How did communities evolve? Which factors were instrumental in shaping Jewish living in Greater Buffalo? How did these dynamics interact with existing communities? Did Buffalo Jewish trajectories mirror or diverge from other Jewish Community Histories in America? \nUsing materials drawn from organizational archives\, as well as individual\, family and business papers\, we will study the varied stories of Jewish community in the Greater Buffalo region. \nSession 1 (February 9th) will explore the Ararat story and its enduring fascination\, the later founding of a Jewish community in Buffalo with the beginnings of communal buildings\, as well as the men and women who made this happen. \nSession 2 (February 16th)\, we will follow the exponential growth of Jewish communities from 1881 and organizational flourishing alongside the creation of the “first” Jewish neighborhood on William Street. Through its different cultures and commercial vitality\, we will follow unfolding national and international stories of flight\, refuge\, wars\, and more. \nSession 3 (February 23rd)\, we will delve into the stories of North Buffalo and other areas in the city\, then track increasing suburban developments\, chart the legacy of the Holocaust and the impact of the birth of the Stat of Israel in Buffalo. Tracing newer forms of communal attachments and initiatives as well as legacy inheritances across the latter half of the twentieth century\, we will conclude this course in our contemporary times. \nFor over a decade\, Dr. Chana Revell Kotzin was the Director of the Jewish Buffalo History Project\, a University-Community archives program that amassed over 50 Jewish organizational and personal collections for public use. She subsequently worked as the Director of the Jewish Buffalo History Center\, a virtual history and exhibition experience\, currently online at http://jewishbuffalohistory.org. She also served as historian and curator for a reimagined Cofeld Judaic Museum at Temple Beth Zion that opened in 2023. Most recently\, she authored the successful application for inclusion of Ahavas Achim cemetery on National Register for Historic Places. \nMeeting Virtually on Mondays February 9th\, 16th and 23rd at 7-8pm ET
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/exploring-jewish-buffalo/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:JCC,Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Horowitz":MAILTO:mhorowitz@jccbuffalo.org
GEO:40.7127753;-74.0059728
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20260109T135844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T135844Z
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SUMMARY:Captivating Cases in Rabbinic Responsa 
DESCRIPTION:Captivating Cases in Rabbinic Responsa is a fascinating series exploring the questions our ancestors asked sages across the ages. \n3 things we’ll learn in the course: \n1. How our ancestors lived\nWe’ll explore thirty real-life cases and get vivid windows into the lives of Jewish individuals and communities across history—from Spain in the fourteenth century\, to nineteenth-century Russia\, and 1950s Brooklyn. What did they worry about? What problems did they face? Join to find out! \n2. How Jewish law works\nIt shapes everything from the synagogue service to who wins a dispute—but Jewish law is shrouded in mystery. How does an ancient law apply to new realities? How do the rules get made? We’ll unpack the steps that the sages followed to adjudicate disputes and answer tricky questions. \n3. The future of Judaism\nIn our final lesson\, we’ll see how Jewish law is already grappling with the questions raised by travel to Mars\, artificial intelligence\, lab-grown meat\, and more. \nUncover your history. Understand your heritage. Join us for an enlightening and intriguing course. \nInstructor: Rabbi Laizer Labkovski \nHot dinner served\nNo charge\, all are welcome! \nClick here to register!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/captivating-cases-in-rabbinic-responsa/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Center for Jewish Life\, 757 Hopkins Rd\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Laizer Labkovski":MAILTO:laizerl@gmail.com
GEO:42.9989459;-78.7387655
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20251222T225618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T191724Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
DESCRIPTION:Where it’s fun to be Jewish\nat Jewish Discovery Center – 831 Maple Rd.\nDinner will be served at 5:00 PM\nFor more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/jewish-enrichment-kids-club/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Jewish Discovery Center\, 831 Maple Road\, Amherst\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
GEO:42.989177;-78.7578046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20250829T180544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T160257Z
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SUMMARY:HERO Leadership Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:More information to come! \nTuesday September 30th 6:30 pm located to be determined\nThursday November 6th 7pm zoom\nTuesday February 24th 7pm zoom\nWednesday May 6th 7 pm zoom\nMonday June 15th end of year dinner- location to be determined
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/leadership-council-meeting/2026-02-24/
CATEGORIES:Holocaust,Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Bloomberg":MAILTO:lauren@buffalojewishfederation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T133000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20251103T190337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T190337Z
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SUMMARY:BJF Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Executive Committee\nMeetings will be held from 12pm – 1:30pm \n\nFebruary 25\nApril 28\nJune 25\nAugust 18\nOctober 21\nDecember 15
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/bjf-executive-committee-meeting/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Law Offices of Cheryl Stein\, 2350 N Forest Rd.\, Suite 30B\, Getzville\, NY\, 14068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Events,Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Ginny Rose Stewart":MAILTO:ginny@buffalojewishfederation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T131500
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20231110T171218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T192142Z
UID:10006947-1772022600-1772025300@buffalojewishfederation.org
SUMMARY:Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/jewish-ethical-wisdom-ethics-of-our-fathers-2/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Jewish Discovery Center\, 831 Maple Road\, Amherst\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
GEO:42.989177;-78.7578046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T133155
CREATED:20251126T211727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T202211Z
UID:10006869-1772044200-1772051400@buffalojewishfederation.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with our local 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.   \nDate/Time/Location: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm – JCC Benderson Family Building \nJanuary 21 – April 29 \nJanuary 21 & 28; February 4\, 11 & 25; March 4\, 11\, 18 & 25; April 15\, 22 & 29 \nCost: $180 \nClick here to register!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/intro-to-judaism/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:JCC Benderson Family Building\, 2640 N Forest Rd.\, Getzville\, NY\, 14068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Buffalo,LiNK Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Sara Rich":MAILTO:rabbirich@btzbuffalo.org
GEO:43.0133453;-78.7852408
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