Buffalo Jewish Federation

TBZ Board Meeting
2026-12-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-11-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth Zion Delaware, 805 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14209, United States
July 15, 2026
August 19, 2026
September 16, 2026
October 21, 2026
November 18, 2026
December 16, 2026
January 20, 2027
February 17, 2027
March 17, 20207
April 14, 2027
May 12, 2027
June 16, 2027 – Annual meeting

Introduction to Kabbalah and Jewish Meditation
2026-12-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-12-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-11-18 19:00 - 20:00 | In Person
Gate to the Heart
In this class, you’ll combine text study, introspective conversation, and simple meditation to introduce the basic concepts of Kabbalah and to experience the reality those ideas describe. Work from the book “Gate to the Heart” by Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi and explore ‘four worlds’, Sefirot, levels of the soul, and different modes of encounter with The Divine. No experience with either Kabbalah or meditation is required, only openness and curiosity.

Wednesdays 7:00 – 8:00 pm
8 weeks: October 14 – December 16
Cost: $180 (plus cost of book)
Instructor: Rabbi Shlomo Schachter

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Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
2026-12-16 12:30 - 13:15, 2026-12-09 12:30 - 13:15, 2026-12-02 12:30 - 13:15, 2026-11-25 12:30 - 13:15, 2026-11-18 12:30 - 13:15 | Jewish Discovery Center, 831 Maple Road, Amherst, NY, 14221, United States
Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.

Sweets and Eats - Baking Demonstrations with Errol Sull (Holland)
2026-12-15 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-11-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Jewish Community Center – Holland Building, 787 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14209, United States
Errol Craig Sull, well-known baker and long-time JCC member, will be offering baking demonstrations. This is an event you do not want to miss! Each event begins with Errol’s Fun Food Facts, then goes into the interesting science behind baking (e.g., just why IS it called double-acting baking powder?), and the piece de resistance: each person in attendance gets to sample the desserts! Errol is well-known for his monthly baking demonstrations at Whole Foods, his over-the-top cakes (you’ll never find them in a bakery), and gregarious personality. You must register for this presentation.

BJF Executive Committee Meeting
2026-12-15 12:00 - 13:30 | Law Offices of Cheryl Stein, 2350 N Forest Rd., Suite 30B, Getzville, NY, 14068, United States
Executive Committee
Meetings will be held from 12pm – 1:30pm

February 25
April 28
June 25
August 18
October 21
December 15

The Spirit of Shabbat
2026-12-11 12:00 - 12:15, 2026-12-04 12:00 - 12:15, 2026-11-27 12:00 - 12:15, 2026-11-20 12:00 - 12:15 | Virtual Event
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=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 226 849 4785
Password: 613 (if prompted)
or Call +1 929 205 6099

Descendants Latke Fest
2026-12-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Location will be given closer to the event
Join Holocaust Descendants for an evening of fun, friends, and of course latkes.
More information to come!

Adult Beginner Hebrew and Trope
2026-12-10 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-12-03 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-11-19 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event
No experience necessary. This course is for beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet, grammar, vocabulary and trope with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat, synagogue services, and traditional blessings.
• Thursdays 6:30–7:30 pm
• 8 weeks: October 15 – December 10
• Cost: $180
• Instructor: Cantor Susan Lewis-Friedman
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HERO Leadership Council Meeting
2026-12-07 19:00 - 20:30 | NY

PJ Library Hanukkah Party
2026-12-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Buffalo, NY, Buffalo, NY, United States
Get ready to celebrate Hanukkah with PJ Library! Join us for a joyful afternoon filled with music, dancing, and plenty of Hanukkah spirit. We’ll gather for a special live concert for the whole family, along with other festive surprises designed to bring our community together. It’s a celebration you won’t want to miss!

Men’s Monthly Tefillin Club
2026-12-06 10:00 - 10:30 | Center for Jewish Life, 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville, NY, 14221, United States
Jump-start your month with a power breakfast for your Body and Soul. Pairs of Tefillin and instructions will be provided No background necessary.
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Jewish Women Unscripted
2026-12-03 19:00 - 20:30 | In Person
Jewish Women Unscripted brings women 30ish to 55ish together for deep Jewish conversations, authentic connection, and shared exploration of life’s joys and challenges. Through engaging discussion inspired by Jewish wisdom and values, we’ll explore topics that matter most while building community and connection along the way.
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iEngage Liberal Zionism
2026-12-03 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-11-19 18:30 - 20:30 | NY
iEngage Liberal Zionism: Between Crisis and Aspiration
Thursdays: 6:30-8:30 pm
8 weeks: October 15 – December 17
October 15, 22, & 29, November 5, 12, & 19, & December 3, & 17
Cost: $236
Instructor: Rabbi Brent Gutmann
The past two years have raised urgent, complex, and painful questions about Zionism. Using the Shalom Hartman Institute’s newest iEngage curriculum, this eight-session course will explore the core tensions and values of liberal Zionism, respond to major critiques of Israel and Zionism after October 7, and offer frameworks for holding moral complexity, for teaching about Israel in a time of war, and for engaging our communities with courage, compassion, and clarity.

Sweets and Eats - Baking Demonstrations with Errol Sull (Benderson)
2026-12-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Jewish Community Center – Lippman Lounge, 2640 N Forest Rd., Getzville, 14086, United States

BJF Board Meeting
2026-11-19 18:30 - 20:30 | NY
Board of Governors
Meetings will begin at 6:30pm (Locations TBD)

January 20
March 25
May 28
July 15 (Social event)
September 9
November 19

Hillel of Buffalo Board Meeting
2026-11-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Virtual Event
Board Meetings:
Sunday August 9 7:30-9 pm over zoom
Wednesday November 18 7:30-9 pm over zoom
Wednesday January 13 7:30-9 pm over zoom
Sunday March 14 7:30-9 pm over zoom
Sunday May 2 7:30-9 pm over zoom
Wednesday June 16 7:30-9 pm over zoom
