Week of Events
Sunday, August 2, 2026
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August 2, 2026 -Mahjong & Mimosas
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August 2, 2026 -When One Heart Became Two Worlds
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August 2, 2026 -Temple Beth Tzedek Gala
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August 2, 2026 -Cantor Mark Spindler’s Retirement Gala
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August 2, 2026 -Beit Midrash at KOT
Mahjong & Mimosas
Join Jewish Family Services of WNY in Williamsville for a relaxed morning of American Mahjong, brunch, and connection in honor of Ruth Wiseman Spivack, longtime JFS supporter and board member. One ticket is $65, and includes admission into mahjong games, brunch, and your first mimosa! Exact location of the event will be shared with attendees closer to the date. CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When One Heart Became Two Worlds
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Pirates, Palaces, and the Birth of Sephardic and Ashkenazic Jewry Join us for a gripping journey into the early Middle Ages, when one unified Jewish world gave rise to the two great families of Jewish life: Sephardic and Ashkenazic Jewry. This is not just history. It is the story of who we became. Lavish brunch served. at Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Cantor Mark Spindler’s Retirement Gala
RSVP by July 18 - Email [email protected] or call the office at 716.838.3232
Monday, August 3, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
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August 4, 2026 -Words for the Journey
Words for the Journey
Words for the Journey: Life Lessons from Deuteronomy As Moses prepares the Jewish people to enter a new land and a new chapter, he delivers a series of powerful final messages about courage, memory, responsibility, faith, leadership, gratitude, justice, and living with purpose. This series explores the Book of Deuteronomy not as ancient history, but as a guide for real life. Each class will uncover timeless lessons for navigating change, making wise choices, building strong values, and carrying a sacred mission into the future. At Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. Available on Zoom as well Delicious Salads and refreshments Will Be Served
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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August 5, 2026 -Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
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August 5, 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.
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, August 6, 2026
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August 6, 2026 -Talmud Weekly Study Group
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
Friday, August 7, 2026
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August 7, 2026 -Speakers Bureau Training
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August 7, 2026 -The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat
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
Saturday, August 8, 2026
No events on this day.