Shavuot

Shavuot marks the giving of the Torah on Mt. Sinai. The Ten Commandments are read in synagogues, just as they were in the desert on Mt. Sinai over 3,300 years ago.  It begins on Sunday evening, June 1, and continues through Tuesday, June 3.

BLT – MEN’S TEFILLIN CLUB

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

Bagel. Lox. Tefillin. First Sunday of each month | 10:00 - 10:30am Jump-start your month with a power breakfast for your Body and Soul. Pairs of Tefillin and instructions will be provided. No background necessary

Chai Hebrew School

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

Chai Hebrew School: Where Judaism comes alive. 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221 716 639 -7600 ChaiHebrewSchool.com Sundays 10:00 - 12:30 - Lunch is served November 10, 17, 24 December 8, 15 January 5, 12, 19, 26 February 2, 9 March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 April 6, 27 May 4, 11, 18 June 1

2025 Pride Parade

Start: Elmwood Avenue at Forest Avenue

Buffalo’s Pride Parade steps off on Sunday, June 1, marching up Elmwood Avenue to Allen Street. Join others from the Jewish community to march in the parade! To participate, assemble between 11:30 AM and noon at Buffalo State College Parking Lots R13 and R14. If you prefer to cheer from the sidelines, gather in front of Congregation Beth Abraham, 1073 Elmwood, to boost the marchers. This year’s Parade theme is HIGH VISIBILITY. “Represent yourself to the community and show off your solidarity! Be seen in can’t-miss colors, flashy fashions, and a point of view that refuses to be ignored. Be loud, proud, and stand out in the crowd.” Please Click Here to Register (so we know to expect you) (You do not need to be a Temple Beth Zion member to register. Just enter your details and click “continue.”) If you have questions, contact Cantor Mark Horowitz at [email protected].

Tikkun Leil Shavout

Temple Beth Tzedek 1641 North Forest Road, Williamsville, NY, United States

Celebrate Shavuot with a Pizza, Ice Cream & Cheese cake Party

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

Join us in celebrating our annual Shavuot Holiday party. Celebrate the Holiday of Shavuot Commemorating the giving of the Torah at Mt. Sinai 3337 years ago. Bring your family and friends to hear the reading of the Ten Commandments. Followed by a sumptuous dairy Kiddush including * Cheesecake * Blintzes * Pizza * Ice cream * Eggplant Parmesan * Macaroni & cheese * Greek Salad There will be lactose-free options! No charge, all are welcome Click here to Register  

Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers

Jewish Discovery Center 831 Maple Road, Amherst, NY, United States

Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.

Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies

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

Happiness is Learned. Your weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. Hot dinner served 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.