Happiness is Learned. Your weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. 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.
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
Thursday, January 18, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, February 15, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, March 21, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, April 18, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, May 16, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, June 20, Annual Meeting, 6:00 PM, Location TBD, Hybrid Thursday, July 18, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, August 15, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, October 10, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, November 21, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid Thursday, December 19, Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:00 PM, Benderson Board Room, Hybrid
The Buffalo Corner Reading Series takes place Thursday, February 15, 7-8:30 p.m., in person at Congregation Shir Shalom or via Zoom. Featured readers include Elizabeth Grisaru, Jordana Halpern and Rabbi Alex Lazarus Klein. In person at Congregation Shir Shalom, 4660 Sheridan Drive, Amherst, NY. Virtual via Zoom, Boxcast, Facebook and YouTube. Free and open to all. Visit www.shirshalombuffalo.org for additional links. For more information about the Buffalo Corner Reading Series, contact Gunilla Kester at gunilla@thekesters.net Like all art, poetry bridges communities and fosters tolerance. BCRS provides a forum for cultural differences and understanding while helping writers find inspiration and improve their craft.
The Inside Story: Explore the Torah (Zoom Only). Join Rabbi Greenberg for a penetrating and inspiring exploration of the weekly torah portion. 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
My Jewish life is an intimate, introspective class that invites participants to explore options for integrating Judaism into everyday life. Through text study, site visits, and hands-on experiences, we will discover Judaism in the synagogue, at home, at work, in nature, and in relationships. Note, the locations for each session will depend on the topic, but will be in the vicinity of Amherst and Buffalo. Date: February 8, 15, 22, 29, March 7, 14, 21, 28 Time/Location: 7:30-9 pm/in person Cost: $54 Register at: https://buffalojewishfederation.org/link-gatherings
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 & PJ Our Way friends for PJ Pals: Shabbat on Friday, February 16 at 5:30pm. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Hungarian Shabbat Dinner The Center for Jewish Life invites you to experience a Shabbat dinner in an atmosphere of song, story & discussion, complete with an Hungarian cuisine. Friday, February 16th, 2024 6:30pm - 8:00pm Suggested donation: Adults $15 Children $7 Center for Jewish Life 757 Hopkins Rd. Williamsville, NY 14221 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Wise Gathering, facilitated by Cantor Mark Horowitz and Rob Goldberg, is a monthly opportunity for men ages 56+ to gather over food and drink for casual conversation about issues and events that matter such as politics, Jewish culture, antisemitism, and celebrating our collected wisdom and experiences through a Jewish context to help us age well. Dates: October 22, December 3, January 21, February 18, June 2 Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm Cost: Free Register at: https://buffalojewishfederation.org/link-gatherings
