Makom Book Club – September 2024
Wilde Restaurant & Bar North Broadway, Chicago, Illinois, United StatesThe Makom Book Club is an opportunity for those ages 21-39 to come together and read books written by Jewish…
How Antisemitism Connects to Rising Threats to Our Democracy, with JCUA and Am Shalom
Am Shalom 840 Vernon Avenue, Glencoe, Illinois, United StatesJoin Am Shalom and Jewish Council on Urban Affairs to understand how antisemitism and white nationalism are directly connected to…
Oy 24 Film Club – Nostalgia Core
Moishe House Wicker Park - Message for AddressStep into a time machine and join the Oy 24 Film Club for "Nostalgia Core," a cinematic journey that'll make…
Community Days After Dark: Early Female Comedians of Stage and Film
Virtual/Zoom - link provided after registrationLaughing Ladies: Legendary Women of American Comedy with Jo Ann Tufo Early Female Comedians of Stage and Film “Early Female…
Connecting the Expecting | Cohort 40
Anshe Emet Synagogue 3751 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL, United StatesExpectant parents at similar stages of life will gather to socialize, share resources and discuss issues pertaining to being pregnant…
Support Group: Grieving a Loss to Suicide
Virtual/Zoom - link provided after registrationA free monthly drop-in group on Zoom for adults in the Jewish community and beyond who are navigating the world…
The Art of the Holidays: Biblical Stories Viewed Through The Lens of Rembrandt
Anshe Emet Synagogue 3751 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe stories of Abraham and Isaac, Hannah and Samuel, and Jonah are part of our holiday experience. Over the years…
JLI: How Israel Wins
Chabad of East Lakeview Chicago, IL, United StatesA unique partnership between JEM and JLI, resulting in the creation of a stand-alone 90 minute multimedia seminar, featuring the…
#science vs religion
Wrigleyville Moishe House Chicago, Illinois, United StatesJudaism and science: what is their relationship? Can you be a religious Jew and believe in the scientific method? Can…
9/11 Memorial Service
Am Shalom 840 Vernon Avenue, Glencoe, Illinois, United StatesPlease join Am Shalom at the flag pole on Lincoln Avenue to honor the heroes and remember the lives lost,…
In-person yoga with Stephanie Shalit
The Chicago Loop Synagogue 16 South Clark Street, Chicago, IL, USThe best thing you can do at lunch every Wednesday is join us for yoga. Class is tailored to the…
Genesis (Bereshit) Part II – The Story of the First Jewish Family – 10 week online course
Virtual/Zoom - link provided after registrationTake a journey through the heartwarming and heartbreaking stories of the first Jewish family as told in Bereshit/Genesis. Over ten…
A Peek into the Possibilities and Perils of AI
Anshe Emet Synagogue 3751 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for a hands-on session exploring the basics of Artificial Intelligence (AI). You'll learn what AI is, a bit…
Film Discussion Class with Zbigniew Banas
Bernard Weinger JCC - Northbrook 300 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, United StatesJoin Zbigniew Banas – film critic, teacher, radio and television journalist for a monthly film discussion. Registrants will receive an…
Living the Hebrew Calendar: A Learning Circle
Doppelt Base Andersonville (ANVL) Chicago, IL, United StatesIn partnership with Rav Jonathan’s friends at IYUN, we’re excited to bring back Living the Hebrew Calendar to Base! This…
Do You Want to Learn Yiddish? (Vilt Ir Lernen Yiddish?)
Virtual/Zoom - link provided after registrationWeekly Classes on Zoom Advanced Class - 1:00 PM on Thursdays through October 3, 2024 The cost for the semester…
Get Out the Vote: Canvassing with RAC-IL in Racine, Wisconsin
Racine, WI - Exact location provided after registration Racine, Wisconsin, United StatesRAC-IL is partnering with WIVEC (Wisconsin Interfaith Voter Engagement Campaign) to create non-partisan canvassing opportunities in Racine, Wisconsin on September…
The Future of Memory: October 7 and Its Aftermath
Virtual/Zoom - link provided after registrationYou're invited to join JTA and the National Library of Israel for an intimate conversation between three of the leading…
Young Lawyers Group Happy Hour
Jewish United FundJoin the JUF Young Lawyers Group to network and schmooze. For more information, please contact Caroline Reichel at 312-357-4665 or professionalsnetwork@juf.org.
Fall 2024 LEADS
Are you looking to expand your circle of friends and connect with like-minded individuals in the Chicago area? Whether you’re…
Shofar Blowing Session with Don Cagen
Anshe Emet Synagogue 3751 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for an exciting Shofar Blowing Session led by the master Shofar blower, Don Cagen! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or…
The Healing Shofar: Grief and the Jewish Fall Holidays
Virtual/Zoom - link provided after registrationA virtual workshop for bereaved people anticipating the major Jewish Fall Holidays after the death of a loved one.
High Holiday Preparation: Exploring the Themes of the Days of Awe
Congregation Beth Shalom (Naperville) 772 West 5th Avenue, Naperville, IL, United StatesThis three session course aims to help participants establish a spiritual framework from which to enter the high holidays. Prepare…
Spiritual Accounting: Elul Learning Circle
Doppelt Base Andersonville (ANVL) Chicago, IL, United StatesSpiritually prepare for the High Holidays with us! This is a 3-part series that will explore themes of Teshuva, repentance,…
A Widow’s Strength: Hadas Loewenstern’s Journey of Courage and Inspiration
Fraida-Cameron Chabad Center of Wilmette Old Glenview Road, Wilmette, Illinois, United StatesThere are moments that leave us speechless, tragedies that shake the very foundations of our world. Hadas Loewenstern knows this…