Celebrating the diversity of Jewish Buffalo.

  For more information, contact Rabbi Einav Symons [email protected]

Chai Hebrew School: Where Judaism comes alive. 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221 716 639 -7600 ChaiHebrewSchool.com Sundays 10:00 - 12:30 - Lunch is served November 10, 17, 24 December 8, 15 January 5, 12, 19, 26 February 2, 9 March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 April 6, 27 May 4, 11, 18 June 1

Bagel. Lox. Tefillin. First Sunday of each month | 10:00 - 10:30am Jump-start your month with a power breakfast for your Body and Soul. Pairs of Tefillin and instructions will be provided. No background necessary

We need YOU for Buffalo Jewish Federation's Extraordinary Day of Philanthropy Answer the call - Sunday, March 2nd, 10:00am - 1:00pm to raise critical funds for the 2025 Campaign for Jewish Buffalo. Interested in volunteering to make calls? CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Ready to make your gift now? CLICK HERE TO MAKE YOUR GIFT TODAY!

Each week Rabbi Heschel Greenberg leads an insightful conversation on relevant Jewish topics. Followed by a delicious brunch.

A spellbinding new six-session course on the Jewish view of the soul - in life, death, afterlife and reincarnation "Journey of the Soul" is a transformative course that delves into the mysteries of the spiritual realm and our destiny beyond physical existence. We will explore the soul's transition into the afterlife and the enduring legacies that remain significant after we leave this world. Followed by a delicious brunch. at Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. Register for course at jewishdiscovery.org/course

by Anna Ziegler Directed by JRT Artistic Director Saul Elkin Running February 6 - March 2, 2025 In this Off-Broadway hit, two marriages have seemingly little in common: Esther and Schmuli are Orthodox Jews navigating strictly defined rules and roles, while Sophie and Abe are secular and free to make their own choices. But both couples are growing apart as they strive to balance their individual identities with the families they've created. As Esther tests the boundaries of her personal freedom, Abe falls into a correspondence with a movie star that will shake the foundations of his marriage and career. From the playwright of JRT's hit production, Photograph 51, comes this funny, moving, and thoughtful play that asks if following one's truth is worth it, no matter the cost. Featuring an all-star cast including Arin Lee Dandes, Jordan Levin, Aleks Malejs, Alex Watts and Adam Yellen. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Everyone is welcome.

Join Rabbi Greenberg for a penetrating and inspiring exploration of the weekly torah portion. at Jewish Federation Apartments - 275 Essjay Rd (in conference room). as well as on Zoom

6 Mondays - 7:00 - 8:30 pm Feb 3th, 10th, 17th, 24th, March 3rd, 10th Instructor: Rabbi Laizer Labkovski Hot dinner served Center for Jewish Life Inside the Story, Substance, and Significance of the Book That Defines Judaism Enter the intricate world of the Talmud: the monumental classic that has defined Jewish learning for centuries. Join this six-week course from the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute to discover the Talmud, its history, authors, and significance and experience it for yourself. You'll learn the key terms, logical principles, and historical context required to decode every part of the Talmudic page. Plus, see how it became central to Jewish life and why it inspires fascination, debate, and study today. Lesson One - The Jewish People and the Talmud Why Jewish life orbits a book of law. Jewish law's ultimate record is the Talmud, but what is Jewish law? Explore its nature, scope, and roots in the written Torah and Oral Law and see learning's central role in Jewish practice and culture. Lesson Two - The Mishnah The origins, authors, and contents of Judaism's first legal code. See how Jewish law shifted from oral tradition to written code and encounter the Mishnah's precise style, […]

Hosted at a local Amherst Law Office For more information, email Rabbi Schachter at [email protected].

Where it’s fun to be Jewish Dinner will be served at 5:00 PM For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133 www.jewishdiscovery.org

Before evolv­ing into a writer, Car­ol Good­man Kauf­man worked as an indus­tri­al and orga­ni­za­tion­al psy­chol­o­gist and crim­i­nol­o­gist. Her pub­lished works span mul­ti­ple gen­res, includ­ing aca­d­e­m­ic re- search, food his­to­ry, trav­el, human inter­est, children’s lit­er­a­ture, and mys­tery short sto­ries. The First Mur­der is her first novel. Title: The First Murder When Mary Jane Ben­nett is found dead in her bed — alone, stran­gled by her own scarf, and with every door in the house locked — the med­ical exam­in­er rules her death acci­den­tal, the result of a sex game gone hor­ri­bly awry. State police decline to inves­ti­gate fur­ther, but Queens­bridge Police Chief Caleb Crane doesn’t buy for a minute that his good friend died this way, so he under­takes his own inves­ti­ga­tion. Fac­ing town coun­cilors afraid of bad pub­lic­i­ty, an angry med­ical exam­in­er, and his own per­son­al demons, he labors to solve what he believes is the first-ever mur­der in his pas­toral Berk­shire Hills vil­lage. Com­pli­cat­ing things: the list of sus­pects includes some of the peo­ple to whom he is clos­est — includ­ing his own wife. Run­ning through­out the book is the sto­ry of Purim and its mes­sages. Who is the killer hid­ing behind a mask? CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.

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 is an introductory course. 2nd Semester: classes run 1/22 – 4/9 Wednesdays | 6-7 pm Cost: $215 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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. 2nd Semester: classes run 1/22 – 4/9 Wednesdays | 6-7 pm Cost: $215 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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, Rabbinic literature, Antisemitism, the Holocaust, Zionism and the State of Israel.  Date/Time/Location: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30, JCC Benderson (Zoom for inclement weather) Dates: February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 23, 30 (Yom HaZikaron - will attend community commemoration as a class) & May 7

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. 2nd Semester: classes run 1/22 – 4/9 Wednesdays | 7:30-8:30 pm Cost: $215 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Open to Children Grades 1-7. $180 per child includes all books and materials. Sessions are on Thursdays from 4 PM-5:30 PM at the Broder Center, 700 Sweet Home Road  

A weekly study of the moral, psychological and spiritual teachings of the Talmud. Hot, golden chicken soup is served. at Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. www.jewishdiscovery.org

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 for a family-friendly Shabbat service full of music and fun led by our favorite college students at Hillel of Buffalo! Complimentary dinner will be served to those that have registered! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

International Women's Day Torah Study 9:15 am Shabbat services 10:30 am Chai (חי) tea 12:15pm $5 per person at the door Women’s Issues Panel 1:15pm – 2:30pm CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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