• Chai Hebrew School

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

    Chai Hebrew School at the Center for Jewish Life brings Jewish learning to life through exciting, hands-on activities, creative projects, and meaningful experiences. Children explore Hebrew, Jewish traditions, holidays, and values in a warm, welcoming, and fun environment. Our program inspires Jewish pride, builds lasting friendships, and helps children develop a lifelong connection to their heritage. Give your child the gift of Jewish education and a love for Judaism that lasts a lifetime!

  • Jewish Enrichment Kids Club

    Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
    Jewish Discovery Center 831 Maple Road, Amherst, NY, United States

    Where it's fun to be Jewish at Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. Dinner served at 5:00 PM For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133 https://jewishdiscovery.org/jem

  • Healing Service

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

    Held every Wednesday, a brief yet restorative healing serivce with music, meditational moments, and words of prayer.

    Free
  • Intro to Judaism

    Intro to Judaism
    JCC Benderson Family Building 2640 N Forest Rd., Getzville, NY, United States

    This course is a welcoming exploration of Jewish beliefs, traditions, values, and culture. Designed for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of Judaism, including those who are exploring conversion, members of interfaith couples, and those who are curious to learn more. Through discussions on Shabbat, holidays, spirituality, ethics, Israel, Jewish history, and contemporary Jewish life, participants will gain a deeper understanding of what it means to live Jewishly today. Experiential opportunities, including a Shabbat dinner and a Hebrew session, will complement classroom learning. No prior Jewish knowledge is required. 16 sessions plus a 1 week Hebrew 'intersession' CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

  • Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies

    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.

    Free
  • Talmud Weekly Study Group

    Talmud Weekly Study Group
    Center for Jewish Life 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville, NY, United States

    Discover the timeless wisdom of the Talmud in a welcoming and engaging weekly study group. Explore fascinating discussions, Jewish law, ethics, and insights into everyday life while gaining a deeper appreciation for the richness of Jewish learning. ​Whether you're new to Talmud study or have years of experience, you'll enjoy lively discussions, thought-provoking questions, and meaningful lessons in a warm, friendly atmosphere.

    Free
  • Fearless Women, Powerful Stories: Author Deborah Heiligman

    Virtual Only

    Fearless Women, Powerful Stories: A Three Part Virtual Series Loudmouth: Emma Goldman vs. America A Love Story Born in Lithuania in 1869, Emma Goldman grew up knowing what it meant to resist expectations. Her father wanted a dutiful son, not a headstrong daughter. Emma had other plans. When she arrived in America as a young woman, she was inspired by its promises of democracy and freedom, but appalled by the hypocrisy she saw around her. Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness seemed to belong only to those at the top. So Emma spoke up. Soon she was delivering fiery speeches about workers' rights, feminism, inequality, and capitalism, challenging audiences to imagine a freer and more just society. Loudmouth is both the story of Emma's complicated love affair with America and the story of the romances, convictions, contradictions, and radical ideas that shaped her remarkable life. Deborah Heiligman Deborah Heiligman is the author of 31 books for children and teens. Her acclaimed nonfiction work has earned some of the highest honors in children's and young adult literature. Her book Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers received six starred reviews and won the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Nonfiction. Her other books include The Boy […]

    $5
  • Midlife Shabbat

    Location will be given closer to the event

    Midlife Shabbat Gatherings bring people together through shared meals, meaningful conversation, and the rhythms of Shabbat. Gatherings may include home-based potluck dinners, restaurant outings, Friday evening celebrations, and Saturday Havdalah experiences. Connect with friends old and new while building community through joyful Jewish experiences. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!