Week of Events
Sunday, April 26, 2026
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April 26, 2026 -NEXTGen “Spruce & Spritz”
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April 26, 2026 -Beit Midrash at KOT
NEXTGen “Spruce & Spritz”
NEXTGen "Spruce & Spritz" in partnership with Hillel of Buffalo Join NEXTGen and Hillel of Buffalo from 1–2 PM as we roll up our sleeves for a community cleanup at one of Buffalo’s most beautiful natural spaces. Make a meaningful impact, connect with friends, and give back together. Afterward, we’ll head to Silo City at 2PM for well-earned drinks and waterfront vibes. Come for the mitzvah, stay for the spritz. 🌿🥂 Location will be given upon registration. RSVP by 4/26/26 Click here to register!
Monday, April 27, 2026
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April 27, 2026 -For All Humankind
For All Humankind
Introducing a brand new course: For All Humankind. Your Judaism holds a message the world needs to hear—now more than ever. We’re living in a time where values feel unclear… Where truth is debated, and concepts like justice, dignity, and responsibility are constantly shifting. So the question is: Do we truly understand the values that shaped our world? And can we clearly explain why they matter? This powerful 4-week course explores Judaism’s timeless vision—not just for the Jewish people, but for all of humanity. 📖 In this course, you’ll discover: • Judaism’s universal mission • Why morality must have a higher foundation • The true purpose of education • How Judaism shaped the world’s sense of purpose and hope Four Mondays starting April 27 Hot dinner served | No Charge This is more than a class—it’s clarity in a confused world. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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April 28, 2026 -Jewish Cemeteries Walking Tour
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April 28, 2026 -BJF Executive Committee Meeting
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April 28, 2026 -Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Jewish Cemeteries Walking Tour
Explore the Jewish Cemeteries on a 1.5 hour walking tour - A partnership of the Jewish Cemetery Corporation and Explore Buffalo Witness History, Architecture, Art & Preservation Initiatives including the first Jewish cemetery in the Greater Buffalo Niagara region to appear on the NYS Register of Historic Places and Restoring the century-old Adler Chapel into a Visitor & History Center. Upcoming Tour Dates: Tuesday, July 21 - 10 am Sunday, August 9 - 11 am Friday, August 21 - 10 am Sunday, September 6 - noon Tuesday, September 29 - 11 am Meet at Holy Order of the Living Cemetery 15 minutes prior to start time - 580 Pine Ridge Heritage Boulevard, Cheektowaga 14225 The one-mile route is primarily on paved surfaces, with some walking on grass. No seating or restrooms are available on the tour route. Register: explorebuffalo.org/specialty/jewish-cemetery-tour Cost: $20/person | Explore Pass Members - Free | Children under 18 - Free
BJF Executive Committee Meeting
Executive Committee Meetings will be held from 12pm – 1:30pm February 25 April 28 June 25 August 18 October 21 December 15
Jewish Enrichment Kids Club
Where it's fun to be Jewish at Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. Dinner will be served at 5:00 PM For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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April 29, 2026 -Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
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April 29, 2026 -Intermediate Hebrew
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April 29, 2026 -Intro to Judaism
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April 29, 2026 -Advanced Hebrew
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April 29, 2026 -Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
Intermediate Hebrew
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. Dates: Wednesdays - February 4th - May 13th Time: 6:00-7:00pm over Zoom February 4, 11 & 25; March 4, 11, 18 & 25; April 15, 22 & 29; May 6 & 13 Cost: $236 Instructor: Rabbi Shlomo Schachter Click here to register!
Intro to Judaism
In partnership with our local 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 pm – JCC Benderson Family Building January 21 - April 29 January 21 & 28; February 4, 11 & 25; March 4, 11, 18 & 25; April 15, 22 & 29 Cost: $180 Click here to register!
Advanced Hebrew
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. Dates: Wednesdays - February 4th - May 13th Time: 7:30 - 8:30pm February 4, 11 & 25; March 4, 11, 18 & 25; April 15, 22 & 29; May 6 & 13 Cost: $236 Instructor: Rabbi Shlomo Schachter Click here to register!
Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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. January 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 26 September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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April 30, 2026 -Talmud Weekly Study Group
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April 30, 2026 -Beginner Hebrew
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April 30, 2026 -Women’s Philanthropy Book Club
Talmud Weekly Study Group
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
Beginner Hebrew
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 Dates: Thursdays over Zoom February 5, 12 & 26; March 5, 12, 19 & 26; April 16, 23 & 30; May 7 & 14 Cost: $236 Instructor: Cantor Susan Lewis-Friedman Click here to register!
Women’s Philanthropy Book Club
Join us for our quarterly Women's Philanthropy book club. We will be discussing The Little Liar by Mitch Albom. Drinks and snacks will be served, dietary laws observed. Click here to register!
Friday, May 1, 2026
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Saturday, May 2, 2026
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