Jewish Family and Community Services presents Trauma Resiliency Group: An Integrative Approach to Healing, a free weekly gathering for anyone suffering the aftermath of the trauma of Oct. 27. Offered by Amy Lohr, LCSW, integrative psychotherapist, at the 10.27 Healing Partnership (2nd floor of the Squirrel Hill JCC, 5738 Forbes Ave. at 4 p.m.
Music at Rodef Shalom presents: Theater Songs…The Music of Douglas Levine. Pianist, composer and music director Douglas Levine presents an evening of original musical theater compositions from the last 20 years. Performers include six outstanding local singers backed by an instrumental combo with Levine at the piano. The event is free, 7:30-9:30 p.m. 4905 Fifth […]
The Chabad of Monroeville Jewish Women's Circle invites you to Grand Babka Bake, a lady's night out of baking fun! Go elbow deep in dough and delicious fillings to make your very own babka, just like bubbe made. Enjoy a Guided presentation and learn the tricks and tips to perfecting this delicious treat. All while […]
Attend the Jewish Sisterhoods Annual Kickoff Event featuring Persian Cooking from the Non-Persian Bride, Reyna Simnegar. VIP Reception 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (includes hors d’oeuvres, wine and meet and greet). Main Event 7:00 pm (includes 3-course dinner, wine, and cooking demonstration). $100/$250 VIP. The event takes place at the Fox Chapel Racquet Club, 355 […]
Join Chabad of the South Hills for a Women's Rugelach Bake. Bake one pan to take home and one to be delivered to seniors in the are. Contact Batya at batya@chabadsh.com or call 412-341-1491.
Celebrate with the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh at the CHUTZ-POW! Volume IV: Women’s Stories Launch Party beginning at 6 p.m. at Chatham University’s Boardroom (Woodland Rd., 15232). Hear from the creators about the process of putting the book together. Light hors d’oeuvres served. Learn more at hcofpgh.org/cp4kickoff
The Squirrel Hill AARP will hold its Nov. 14 meeting at Rodef Shalom synagogue (4905 Fifth Ave) at 1 p.m. Corey O'Conner, Pittsburgh councilman, is the guest speaker. Attendees are being asked to donate an item for the Women’s Center and Shelter. Suggested items include new baby items such as bottles clothing, wipes, dispers pacifists […]
Join Congregation Beth Shalom presents as they celebrate the accomplishments of valued volunteers during the 2019 Volunteer Awards Brunch at 10 a.m. in the Samuel and Minnie Human Ballroom. Call 412-421-2288 for more information.
Join the Jewish Federation Young Adult Division, PJ Library and Community Day School for some of Noah’s Ark themed fun beginning at 1 p.m. at the Pittsburgh Zoo. Spend the afternoon at 2x2 at the Zoo with PJ Library learning about and getting up close and personal with some animals and participate in fun activities […]
The Dor Hadash Adult Education Committee presents The Jewish Music of Leonard Bernstein presented by Flavio Chamis. Throughout his entire composing career, Leonard Bernstein steadily produced a number of Jewish inspired works. Judaism always permeated his life and work. His connection with Israel started before the foundation of the State, as the first concert he […]
Jack Mostow presents “RoboTutor: $1 Million Finalist in the Global Learning XPRIZE competition” at First Mondays with Rabbi Alex Greenbaum. All First Monday events begin with lunch at 11:30 a.m. $6 To RSVP, call 412-561-1168.
Barry Rudel presents "A Look Back," reflecting on the Johnston Jewish community and downtown business district at Gallery on Gazebo (140 Gazebo Place, Johnston, PA 15901) at 7 p.m. The gallery exhibit includes presentation boards from Beth Shalom. Free. for more information visit galleryongazebo.org.
Stronger Together... Healing the Divide: A Social and Psychological Response to the Tree of Life Shooting will provide a psychological and social response to our recent communal tragedy. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Jonathan Haidt. Dr. Haidt’s research into Moral Foundations Theory demonstrates how the roots of societal divide reside in the human psyche. […]
Moshe Baran, joined a partisan resistance group during World War II and helped smuggle gun parts into the ghetto. The 98-year-old grandfather of six continues to speak about his experiences, bringing stories of the Jewish resistance and resilience to all. Join Moshe as he shares his life experience as a partisan and his journey from […]
Temple Emanuel is excited to add a Wednesday Night Adult Education series to their educational offerings. Sign up for a three-week class on a topic of particular interest, or string together multiple series for a refresher or introductory course on Jewish tradition. No cost is involved. All class will be on Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm, at […]
Dr. David Finegold joins Rodef Shalom Congregation to discuss "The Changing Higher Education Landscape: The Next Chapter in Chatham’s 150-Year Journey," a conversation about the University’s efforts to create a larger and more attractive community for Jewish students. Dr. Finegold has more than 30 years of experience in higher education. In March 2016, he was […]
TThe Mediation Council of Western PA presents Conflict Resolution Day on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh's Levinson Hall (5738 Forbes Ave). The event will honor the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh and Brian Schreiber, 2019 Conflict Resolution Day joint recipients, for their actions of healing and reconciliation […]
Congregation Beth Shalom, Derekh and the American Associates Ben-Gurion University of the Negev invite you to attend a special screening of "Ben-Gurion Epilogue" on Sunday, Nov. 17 at 2 p.m. at Congregation (5915 Beacon Street). Light refreshments served. RSVP to Claire Winick at winickc@aabgu.org or 215-884-4510.
Chabad of Squirrel Hill invites you to attend An Evening of Celebration with Rabbi Moshe Bryski on Thursday, Dec. 5 at Chabad of Squirrel Hill (1700 Beechwood Blvd.) at 7 p.m. The evening includes a wine & cheese reception and presentation of the Community Lamplighter Award. Covert: $50. Visit chabadpgh.com to make a reservation.
Watch dances, admire vegan gingerbread houses and taste vegan foods from across the Pittsburgh are with Moishe House at the Pittsburgh Vegan Expo and Convention beginning at noon at the Monroeville Convention Center (meet at Moishe House for rides.) Moishe House will cover admission costs. For more information, visit faceboook.com/events/245248259576943. Moishe House events are intended […]
Join Temple Ohav Shalom as they host The Bible Players in honor of the 50th year of the congregation. Event is open to the entire community. We begin with Havdalah and dessert and then continue with an exciting and hilarious Jewish-infused comedy and improv show! Tickets are only $18. The show begins at 7 p.m. […]
The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh presents Etty, the one-woman play based on the diaries and letters of Etty Hillesum and adapted and performed by Susan Stein. The play will be performed at 7:30 p.m. at the Carnegie Library Lecture Hall (4400 Forbes Ave.), Commemorating the 81st Anniversary of Kristallnacht. The play will be followed by […]
In commemoration of the shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue, Classrooms Without Borders is organizing a conference titled Antisemitism, Hate and Social Responsibility, to take place at Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave., from 1-5 p.m. on Nov. 10-11, 2019. The conference will feature lectures by renowned scholars and workshops that will equip teachers […]
Enjoy a delicious Lunch and a presentation on "Aging Better and Safer" by AgeWell Pittsburgh at Chabad of the South Hills (1701 McFarland Rd.) beginning at noon. Suggested donation $5. Wheelchair accessible. Please call 412-278-2658 or email barb@chabadsh.com to register.
The Jewish Pro-Life Foundation invites you to attend Judaism: The Original Pro-Life Religion, an uplifting educational program exploring Judaism’s traditional principles regarding unborn life. We will present a short slideshow followed by Q & A. Bring your curiosity and conversation, but please leave any politics and polemics at the door. The program is free of […]
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh’s Young Adult Division Explorin’ Pittsburgh Club Goes Axe Throwing at Lumberjaxes in Millvale (2 Sedgwick Street), 7 p.m. $35. Space is limited to 24. To register, visit jewishpgh.org/event/yad-axe-throwing.
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh to kick off the 2020 Community Campaign. This Is Us will celebrate the Pittsburgh Jewish community. Featuring an interview with Chief Kevin Sousa (Superior Motors) and Chef Michael Solomonov (Zahav) about all things Israeli food and Jewish Pittsburgh. This Is Us takes place from 5:30-8 p.m. at Rivers […]
MoHo goes to Mana Board Game Tavern! Try out some new games over drinks with Moishe House at the brand new board game tavern on the North Side! Mana Board Game Tavern houses over 250 games and a wide variety of drinks (including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options). Moishe House will cover the cost of gameplay! […]
Chabad of the South Hills presents a Friday Night Dinner Honoring the Yahrtzeit of our 11 brothers and sisters. Special Guest Mrs. Sharon Saul, Psychologist, MS. Exciting Children's Program. $18/Adult $12/Child (12 & Under) $54/ Family Max. Chabad of the South Hills (1701 McFarland Road), 5:30 p.m. Register before Wednesday, Nov. 13 at chabadsh.com or […]
Kulam: Pittsburgh Community Beith Midrash welcomes Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies' Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield for Shabbat meals and classes on Nov. 15 and 16 at the Jewish Community Center. Rabbi Hirschfield will be teaching two sessions. A Shabbat dinner session: "The Conflict Between Truth and Peace: What Do We Do When We are Committed to […]
Women of Rodef Shalom and the Rodef Shalom Caring Committee present "Learn about the distinction between CBD and THC, by-products of the marijuana plant." These products are being promoted to relieve chronic pain, anxiety, inflammation, and more. Does the research bear out the effectiveness of these products? Breakfast begins at 9:30 a.m. The program starts […]
Rabbi Shelley Goldman presents "Reconstructionism: Deeply Rooted, Boldly Relevant" at Rodef Shalom Congregation (4905 Forbes Ave.) beginning at 1 pm. The program will explore the history and current leadership of the Reconstructionist Movement in the American Jewish community. The event is sponsored by the Dor Hadash Adult Education Committee. RSVP (requested but not required): admin@dorhadash.net. […]
Join Moishe House for Treasures in the Archives with Moishe House as we journey through Pittsburgh’s history with archivists from the Heinz History Center! The archivists will be sharing the rarely heard stories behind their favorite collections, and we will get to see these historical objects, documents, and photographs firsthand! 2-4 p.m. If you are […]
Congregation Beth Shalom (5915 Beacon St.) welcomes Michael Schudrich, the Chief Rabbi of Poland. Learn about his journey to become the chief rabbi, the challenges Jews face there and the future of their community. Rabbi Schudrich's talk is free and begins at 12:45 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalom.org/events-upcoming.
Celebrate with the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh at the CHUTZ-POW! Volume IV: Women’s Stories South Hills Launch Party beginning at 7 p.m. at the South Hills JCC (345 Kane Blvd., 15243). Hear from the creators about the process of putting the book together. Light hors d’oeuvres served. Learn more at hcofpgh.org/cp4kickoff
Ken Love's newest documentary premiers as part of the Three Rivers Film Festival at 7:30 p.m. at the Regent Square Theater. For tickets, visit ticketing.us.veezi.com/purchase/1065?siteToken=m61t2bdfee9bhcjq5y8b60eap0
Escape the November cold with Cozy Night! Puzzles & Harry Potter at Moishe House from 7-9 p.m. For more information, visit facebook.com/events/952910038408082. Moishe House events are intended for young adults age 22-32.
Maggie Feinstein, director of the 10.27 Healing Partnership presents "Resiliency in our Community - The Impact & Our Strength Following 10/27/18" on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. at the South Hills JCC. Free and open to the entire community. For more information, visit southhillsjewishpittsburgh.org/healthyliving.
Whether you are an old friend of Moishe House or you are hoping to make new friends in our community, we invite you to join us for a Friendsgiving Potluck Shabbat dinner beginning at 7:30 p.m.! This will be a potluck dinner, so please let us know what you plan to bring using this form: […]
Who says you have to go to the Kentucky Derby to have a great time at a horse race? Attend Rodef Shalom's (4905 Fifth Ave.) "Night at the Races.” The evening includes a 50/50 raffle, Chinese auction, and cash prizes for picking the winning horse. All proceeds benefit Mimsie's Place, the pre-school playground of the […]
Congregation Beth Shalom's Samuel and Minnie Hyman Ballroom (5915 Beacon Street) will be transformed into the hottest comedy club in town for Come Together: Comedy Night, the congregation's annual fundraiser. The comedy night stars Modi, called "the next Jackie Mason" by The New York Times. Tickets: bethshalompgh.org/cometogether
Temple Sinai (5505 Forbes Ave.) is writing a Torah to honor Rabbi Jamie Gibson and they want you to join them for their Sacred Words, Sacred Connections Kick-Off Event beginning at 7:30 p.m. There's no charge for the evening, but RSVP are required. templesinaipgh.shulcloud.com/event/torah-project-kick-off-event.html
Join The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh's Youing Adult Division for I-Volunteer Thanksgiving Food Packing at Repair the World (6140 Station St.) on Sunday, Nov. 24 at 1 p.m. Please bring non-perishable goods and get ready to help pack and sort Thanksgiving Donations to local organizations that help those in need. This project is aimed […]
Fifty-three years ago, leaders of four faiths came together to begin the Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. Decades later, we recognize the importance - now more than ever, of joining people from all different backgrounds and walks of life in one space for a peaceful service .We invite our South Hills neighbors near and far to come […]
Olivia Tucker presents "New Heroines from Ancient Times" as part of Rodef Shalom's 'Wisdom, Wine, and Cheese Lecture Series." Free and open to the public, 4905 Fifth Ave, 7 p.m. rodefshalom.org