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SUMMARY:The Rick Zakalik J5K
DESCRIPTION:The Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo invites runners and walkers of all ages to participate in the Rick Zakalik J5K Run & Walk on Sunday\, October 18. \nThe race begins at 10:00 am behind the JCC Holland Family Building\, located at 787 Delaware Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY. This USATF-certified 5K welcomes participants of all abilities and features awards across multiple age groups. \nRegistration Information \n\nOnline registration closes at 5:00 pm on Friday\, October 16.\nIn-person registration is available at the Holland Family Building:\n\nSaturday\, October 17: 8:30 am–6:00 pm\nSunday\, October 18 (Race Day): 8:30–9:30 am\n\n\n\nPacket Pickup\nPick up your race packet at the JCC Holland Family Building (787 Delaware Avenue): \n\nFriday\, October 16: 8:30 am–6:00 pm\nSaturday\, October 17: 8:30 am–6:00 pm\n\nRegister today and join us for a fun\, community-focused morning of fitness\, friendly competition\, and support for the JCC!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/the-rick-zakalik-j5k/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center – Holland Building\, 787 Delaware Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
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SUMMARY:Music From Israel: An Afternoon of Hope and Harmony
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jewish Buffalo community for an inspiring afternoon of music and solidarity featuring a string trio from the Israel Symphony Orchestra Rishon LeZion. The musicians will perform a vibrant program of beloved Israeli and Jewish favorites alongside classical masterworks\, showing the artistry and spirit of one of Israel’s premier orchestras. \nThe Israel Symphony Orchestra Rishon LeZion is recognized as one of Israel’s leading cultural ambassadors. Through artistic excellence\, community engagement\, and innovation\, the orchestra enriches audiences in Israel and throughout the world. Your attendance and support help sustain its mission to present world-class performances\, nurture future generations of musicians\, commission new works\, and share the richness of Israeli culture with diverse audiences.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/music-from-israel-an-afternoon-of-hope-and-harmony/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Tzedek\, 1641 North Forest Road\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Horowitz":MAILTO:mhorowitz@jccbuffalo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T210000
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SUMMARY:ZAKA Event
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/zaka-event/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Tzedek\, 1641 North Forest Road\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Stacey Block":MAILTO:stacey@buffalojewishfederation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T120000
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SUMMARY:BJF Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Executive Committee\nMeetings will be held from 12pm – 1:30pm \n\nFebruary 25\nApril 28\nJune 25\nAugust 18\nOctober 21\nDecember 15
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/bjf-executive-committee-meeting/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Law Offices of Cheryl Stein\, 2350 N Forest Rd.\, Suite 30B\, Getzville\, NY\, 14068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Events,Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Ginny Rose Stewart":MAILTO:ginny@buffalojewishfederation.org
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SUMMARY:Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a complimentary\, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/jewish-ethical-wisdom-ethics-of-our-fathers-2/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Jewish Discovery Center\, 831 Maple Road\, Amherst\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Kabbalah and Jewish Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Gate to the Heart\nIn this class\, you’ll combine text study\, introspective conversation\, and simple meditation to introduce the basic concepts of Kabbalah and to experience the reality those ideas describe. Work from the book “Gate to the Heart” by Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi and explore ‘four worlds’\, Sefirot\, levels of the soul\, and different modes of encounter with The Divine. No experience with either Kabbalah or meditation is required\, only openness and curiosity. \n\nWednesdays 7:00 – 8:00 pm\n8 weeks: October 14 – December 16\nCost: $180 (plus cost of book)\nInstructor: Rabbi Shlomo Schachter\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/introduction-to-kabbalah-and-jewish-meditation/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Buffalo,LiNK Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Kurss":MAILTO:robin@buffalojewishfederation.org
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SUMMARY:TBZ Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:July 15\, 2026\nAugust 19\, 2026\nSeptember 16\, 2026\nOctober 21\, 2026\nNovember 18\, 2026\nDecember 16\, 2026\nJanuary 20\, 2027\nFebruary 17\, 2027\nMarch 17\, 20207\nApril 14\, 2027\nMay 12\, 2027\nJune 16\, 2027 – Annual meeting
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/tbz-board-meeting-4/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Zion Delaware\, 805 Delaware Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken Graber":MAILTO:kamas5@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T193000
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SUMMARY:Adult Beginner Hebrew and Trope
DESCRIPTION:No experience necessary. This course is for beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet\, grammar\, vocabulary and trope with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat\, synagogue services\, and traditional blessings. \n• Thursdays 6:30–7:30 pm\n• 8 weeks: October 15 – December 10\n• Cost: $180\n• Instructor: Cantor Susan Lewis-Friedman \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/adult-beginner-hebrew-and-trope/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Buffalo,LiNK Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Kurss":MAILTO:robin@buffalojewishfederation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T203000
DTSTAMP:20260818T200132Z
CREATED:20260818T200132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T200132Z
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SUMMARY:iEngage Liberal Zionism
DESCRIPTION:iEngage Liberal Zionism: Between Crisis and Aspiration\nThursdays: 6:30-8:30 pm\n8 weeks: October 15 – December 17\nOctober 15\, 22\, & 29\, November 5\, 12\, & 19\, & December 3\, & 17\nCost: $236\nInstructor: Rabbi Brent Gutmann \nThe past two years have raised urgent\, complex\, and painful questions about Zionism. Using the Shalom Hartman Institute’s newest iEngage curriculum\, this eight-session course will explore the core tensions and values of liberal Zionism\, respond to major critiques of Israel and Zionism after October 7\, and offer frameworks for holding moral complexity\, for teaching about Israel in a time of war\, and for engaging our communities with courage\, compassion\, and clarity.
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/iengage-liberal-zionism/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Adults,Jewish Buffalo,LiNK Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Kurss":MAILTO:robin@buffalojewishfederation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T121500
DTSTAMP:20260713T212624Z
CREATED:20231110T172009Z
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SUMMARY:The Spirit of Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only).\nGive yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. \nZoom connection information:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 226 849 4785\nPassword: 613 (if prompted)\nor Call +1 929 205 6099
URL:https://buffalojewishfederation.org/event/the-spirit-of-shabbat-2/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Jewish Buffalo
ORGANIZER;CN="Rabbi Yehoshua Greenberg":MAILTO:rabbigreenberg@jewishdiscovery.org
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