In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day Please join us for a zoom presentation by Dr. Samuel Kassow, Northam Professor of History at Trinity College on the translation of the book, Warsaw Testament written by Rokhl Auerbach. The memoir paints a vivid portrait of the city's prewar Yiddish literary and artistic community and of its destruction at the hands of the Nazis. Click here to register!
Captivating Cases in Rabbinic Responsa is a fascinating series exploring the questions our ancestors asked sages across the ages. 3 things we’ll learn in the course: 1. How our ancestors lived We’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! 2. How Jewish law works It 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. 3. The future of Judaism In 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. Uncover your history. Understand your heritage. Join us for an enlightening and intriguing course. Instructor: Rabbi Laizer Labkovski Hot dinner served No charge, all are welcome! Click here to register!
Where it's fun to be Jewish at Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. Dinner will be served at 5:00 PM For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133
We will be discussing Rising Out of Hatred: The Awakening of a Former White Nationalist. Zoom link will be sent prior to the event If you have any questions or need help securing a copy of the book, please reach out to Erin Casper, [email protected] or 716-463-5054. Click here to register!
Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
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 developing basic vocabulary and words commonly used in Scripture and Hebrew prayer. Instructor: Rabbi Shlomo Schachter Click here to register!
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. Date/Time/Location: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm – JCC Benderson Family Building January 21 - April 29 January 21 & 28; February 4, 11 & 25; March 4, 11, 18 & 25; April 15, 22 & 29 Cost: $180 Click here to register!
This advanced level Hebrew course is for those who can read and understand simple Biblical and Modern Hebrew phrases. The primary focus of this class is conversational Hebrew. Instructor: Rabbi Shlomo Schachter Click here to register!
Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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. January 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 26 September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
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
