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
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: Thursdays over Zoom February 5, 12 & 26; March 5, 12, 19 & 26; April 16, 23 & 30; May 7 & 14 Cost: $236 Instructor: Cantor Susan Lewis-Friedman Click here to register!
Women Gathering, facilitated by Miriam Abramovich and Rabbi Sara Rich, is a monthly opportunity for women ages 30-55 to gather over food and drink for informal conversation, through a Jewish lens, about issues that matter to us the most such as business trends, gender equality, health, antisemitism and more. Click here to register!
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
Join your PJ Library for a family-friendly Shabbat service and dinner featuring your favorite Buffalo synagogues and community partners! For more information, contact Samantha Stevens.
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. Facilitated by Rob Goldberg. Click here to register!
An exploration of the movements that shaped Jewish spiritual life. Across history, the Jewish people endured upheaval, yet Judaism kept renewing itself. At crucial moments, powerful spiritual movements emerged, reshaping Jewish identity and inner life. Revolutions of the Soul is a 6-week journey through those transformative eras, the ideas and teachers that formed Judaism’s inner story. For anyone interested in Jewish history, thought, or resilience, this course offers a compelling exploration. Delicious brunch served.
Everyone is welcome.
How history, memory and meaning shaped Jewish values, practices & identity Delicious Soups and Salads Will Be Served CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Register for FREE to receive the zoom link: Click here! History 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? Using materials drawn from organizational archives, as well as individual, family and business papers, we will study the varied stories of Jewish community […]
