Celebrating the diversity of Jewish Buffalo.

My Grown Up and Me is a monthly Jewish gathering for infants/toddlers and the adults who love them! This 45-minute gathering (in-person as often as possible) include music, activities, and of course, PJ Library stories. Linger longer to schmooze with other families. This program is ideal for families with children ages 5 and under. Sunday, […]

Join us on a 90 minute walking tour of historic Jewish cemeteries along Pine Ridge Road. Learn more and register online at www.explorebuffalo.org The Jewish Cemetery Tour is part of Explore Buffalo's Community Cultural Project, presented by Uniland.

Residents of the Future Men's Jewish group home gather with Rabbi Adam Rosenbaum and Zack Steinberg for songs and stories in celebration of upcoming Jewish holidays and festivals. **Special for September 12: Residents of the Future Men's Jewish Group Home will gather in Amherst State Park to participate in the Community Reverse Tashlich program.

Meet us out at Camp to celebrate Fall! We will make Buffalo Pennants, eat s'mores and sing around the campfire.  Open to kids in grades 5 - 8. Register at: https://bit.ly/buffallcelebration Do you need accommodations to make this event meaningful, contact Mike at mike@buffalojewishfederation.org

All meetings are held virtually. Tuesday, January 19, 2021 Tuesday, February 9, 2021 Tuesday, March 16, 2021 Monday, April 5, 2021 Monday, May 3, 2021 Tuesday, May 25, 2021 Tuesday, June 22, 2021 Tuesday, July 20, 2021 Tuesday, August 17, 2021 Tuesday, September 14, 2021 Tuesday, October 19, 2021 Tuesday, November 16, 2021 Tuesday, December […]

This year-long program will guide participants through a substantive Jewish learning experience emphasizing how a celebration of Jewish time can help individuals integrate Judaism into the natural rhythms of their lives. Participants will experience living the Jewish calendar through the celebration of a variety of holidays and festivals. Additionally, the curriculum is designed to explore […]

Join Women's Philanthropy, Belonging, and local author Vickie Rubin as she discusses her book: Raising Jess - A Story of Hope. This program will be offered on Zoom. Q & A following discussion. ➡Register for FREE at: bit.ly/raisingjess. BOOK SUMMARY: Raising Jess is the powerful story of one family’s survival when faced with adversity. Written […]

This course is for those with a basic knowledge of Hebrew, looking to get a grasp of learning commonly used conversational phrases. This course meets Tuesdays for 8 weeks. Dates include: October 12, 19, 26, November 9, 16, 23, 30 & December 14. Cost: $118/8 weeks Taught by Rabbi Ori Bergman Register: bit.ly/adultexp2021

Wise Aging, part of the Women Gathering series, focuses on using and celebrating our collected wisdom and experiences through a Jewish context to help us age well. Explore the challenges and benefits of growing older through text study, interactive discussions, mindfulness practices and community. This program will take place the third Wednesday of each month […]

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 Hebrew prayer. This course meets Wednesdays for 12 weeks. Dates include: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15, […]

In collaboration with the Buffalo Board of 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, […]

How has your life changed in 2021? Ben Wolfson and Rabbi Ori Bergman will guide conversations about what it's like to be a teen today and how Judaism can help teens make sense of the people, events, and trends that impact their lives on a daily basis. Open to teens in grades 8 and 9. […]

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. This course meets Wednesdays for 12 weeks. Dates include: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15, & January 5, […]

Further develop Hebrew prayer reading skills, so that you are more comfortable reciting prayers in a communal setting. This course meets Wednesdays for 12 weeks. Dates include: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15, & January 5, 12, 19 Cost: $175/12 weeks Taught by Rabbi Adam Rosenbaum Register: bit.ly/adultexp2021

Join us On Thursday, October 21 to learn about National Women's Philanthropy, The Shabbat Project, and challah! Open to all female philanthropists; no charge! REGISTER HERE: https://form.jotform.com/jfna/nwpshabbat Want to MAKE challah with us? Our program will feature Miriam Litzman from @ovenfreshchallah. Miriam will guide us through the spirituality of Shabbat and challah, and she will […]

Men Gathering, facilitated by Rob Goldberg, is a monthly opportunity for men ages 30-60 to gather over food and drink for casual conversation about issues and events that matter such as fatherhood, politics, Jewish culture, and anti-Semitism. This group meets in person when possible, in different locations on Thursdays - October 21, December 2,  January […]