Join Women of Temple Sinai for Yoga at Temple Sinai, a relaxing class taught by certified yoga teacher Bre Kernick. All levels welcome. No experience required. Ages 16 and older. 7 p.m. $15 a session. templesinaipgh.org/programs-events
Join NCJW for Just Films and screeen "The Black Maternal Health Crisis in America"; "Giving Birth in Arkansas"; and "Under G-d," three short documentaries about reproductive justice, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A. Just Films is a collaboration of six organizations committed to women, girls, gender equity, and social justice: Black Women’s Policy Center, […]
Join H. Arnold and Adrien B. Gefsky Community Scholar Rabbi Danny Schiff for The God Class. Schiff will discuss Jewish views of God and how they’ve developed through the ages. 9:30 a.m. $150 Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave. jewishpgh.org/event/the-god-class/2023-09-27
The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh welcomes back to Pittsburgh Tony McAleer, the subject of the documentary "The Cure for Hate" and a reformed white nationalist for an enlightening conversation on how conspiracy theories begin, take root, and how we can stop them. 6 p.m. Free. Chatham University. Woodland Rd. hcofpgh.org/events
Join the 10.27 Healing Partnership and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for our healing, consciousness-building forest bathing series at the Frick Park Environmental Center. We will take 90 minute gentle walks throughout Frick Park while nurturing our connection to the natural world through reflective practices. Forest bathing involves gentle walking in the woods in community with […]
Explore the power of prayer with world renowned author and speaker Rabbi Sharon Brous.Join the American Jewish University for High Holy Days for the Soul: Tefillah and Prayer. Delve into the profound realm of Tefillah (prayer) during the High Holy Days, as Rabbi Brous shares her insightful perspectives, guiding us towards a deeper connection with […]
Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill in the sukkah to shake the lulov, eat pizza and enjoy music and crafts. 5 p.m. 1700 Beechwood Blvd. chabadpgh.com
Chamber Music Pittsburgh presents the Jerusalem Quartet. Featuring works by Haydn, Paul Ben-Haim, and Debussy. Use promo code JERUSALEM10 to receive $10 off each ticket purchased. Chamber Music Pittsburgh will also be collecting non-perishable donations for the JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry. Each ticket holder that brings a donation will receive an Access Pass, good […]
Join Chabad of the South Hills for a Ladies Night Out, Paint and Sip in the Sukkah. $15. 1701 McFarland Road. To register visit www.chabadsh.com.
Are you a Galitzianer? Thousands of Jewish immigrants from historic Galicia (including parts of present-day Poland and Ukraine) settled in Western Pennsylvania at the turn of the 20th century. For our first annual “Special Interest Days,” the Jewish Genealogy Society of Pittsburgh and the Rauh Jewish Archives at the Heinz History Center are celebrating these […]
Join Chabad of the South Hills for Seniors in the Sukkah. The lunch presentation will include a fall prevention presentation and immunization clinic. Pre-registration required, 412-278-2658 or barb@chabadsh.com. Noon. $5 suggested donation. Chabad of the South Hills, 1701 McFarland Rd. chabadsh.com
Join Chabad of the South Hills for a Men's Night Out, Sushi in the Sukkah. Enjoy delicious Sushi, hors D'oeuvres, Scotch and Bourbon. $25. 1701 McFarland Road. chabadsh.com/sushi
Embrace generosity with Rabbi Noah Farkas and learn why giving Tzedakah is so central to our High Holy Day experience. Join the American Jewish University for AJU's High Holy Days for the Soul: Tzedakah and Charitable Giving and discover the power of Tzedakah, charitable giving, with one of America’s most inspiring Rabbis, Rabbi Noah Farkas, […]
Rodef Shalom wants to spend Shabbat with You! Families with young children are invited to join Cantor Toby Glaser and Family Center Director Ellie Feibus for a pre-Shabbat playdate on their playground, services, and dinner to celebrate Shabbat together. 4:30 p.m. $5 per family. 4905 Fifth Ave. rodefshalom.org.
Join Chabad of the South Hills for a Simchat Torah Celebration. Fun, interactive hakafos Torah dancing, singing and l'chaims. Special Kids Program on Saturday evening with treats, activities, edible Torah art, dancing, and build your own stuffed Torah. Saturday program takes place at 7 p.m., Sunday program begins at 11 a.m. 1701 McFarland Road. Pre-registration […]
H. Arnold and Adrien B. Gefsky Community Scholar Rabbi Danny Schiff presents Torah 2. Understanding the Torah and what it asks of us is perhaps one of the most important things that a Jew can learn. In Torah 2, Schiff will explore the second half of Leviticus and all of Numbers and Deuteronomy. $225. Zoom. […]
A collaboration between the Violins of Hope residency in Pittsburgh and Tuesday Musical Club, Violins of Hope: Music from the Holocaust concert will feature professional musicians from the PSO, TMC and Butler Symphony. All of the composers either perished in the Holocaust, or had families affected by the tragedy. Two violins, a viola and cello […]
The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh presents Holocaust Speaker Series: Dan Ottenheimer. Otteinheimer tells the story of his father, Fritz Ottenheimer, born in 1925 in Konstanz, Germany. Fritz and his family were forced to endure increasing anti-Jewish propaganda, discrimination and persecution. In his talks, Dan tells his father’s stories about growing up as a Jewish child […]
Facilitated by local clergy from Jewish and Christian backgrounds, the Jewish Christian Dialogue is an online monthly discussion explores topics of similarities and differences. Noon. Zoom. rodefshalom.org
Rodef Shalom Brotherhood presents the East Winds Symphonic Band in a free Music with a Mission cabaret concert featuring a celebration of music from stage and screen. Cash donations to the JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry are welcome. 7 p.m. Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave. rodefshalom.org
Chabad of the South Hills presents The Daughter of Auschwitz, an evening with Tova Friedman, a survivor of the Holocaust. 7:30 p.m. $10. Chabad of the South Hills, 1701 McFarland Road. chabadsh.com/lecture
Chabad of the South Hills presents "The Daughter of Auschwitz: An evening with Tova Friedman," a survivor of the Holocaust. 7:30 p.m. $10. 1701 McFarland Rd. chabadsh.com/lecture
Join H. Arnold and Adrien B. Gefsky Community Scholar Rabbi Danny Schiff for Modern Jewish Philosophy. In this course, Rabbi Schiff will introduce the great Jewish philosophers of modernity and will make their important ideas understandable and relevant to today. $95. Zoom. jewishpgh.org/event/modern-jewish-philosophy/2023-10-16
“The Fruits of Hate: A French City During the Holocaust," Gallery talk and reception. Join David Rosenberg and French-language majors from Grove City College to learn about the research behind his project, the lives of its subjects, and to hear new English translations of personal and official accounts of the roundup previously available only in […]
The Squirrel Hill AARP chapter invites seniors to learn of the changes in the 2024 Medicare supplements, Part D, advantage plans, and every competitive company on the market. Presenter will be Bonnie Bloom, manager of the Health Insurance Store. 1 p.m. Rodef Shalom Congregation, Falk Library, 4905 Fifth Ave. For additional information please contact Marcia […]
Come together at Beth Shalom as they gather to say psalms and prayers for the safety of all civilians, for the protection for Israel’s soldiers, mourn the dead, pray for the safe return of the hostages and for peace.
Join H. Arnold and Adrien B. Gefsky Community Scholar Rabbi Danny Schiff for The Jewish Calendar. Sometimes the holidays come “early,” and sometimes the holidays come “late.” Why? In this series, Rabbi Schiff will explore the Jewish texts that gave rise to the Jewish calendar. How does the cycle of the Jewish year actually work, […]
Join the 10.27 healing partnership at the Squirrel Hill JCC for a day of wellness, self-care and healing in anticipation of the fifth year Oct. 27, 2018 commemoration. A variety of free wellness opportunities will include an open arts studio, acupuncture, group improv, yoga, and reiki-infused sound bathing. All members and non-members of the JCC […]
The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh presents Hiding to Survive Jewish Children in Krakow, Poland. How did Jewish children conceal their presence during the Holocaust and what effect did hiding have on child survivors? This talk will expand the story of Krakow Jews as told in the film "Schindler's List" by zooming in on Jewish children's […]
Join the Branch as they welcome the CEO of the Blue Dove Foundation to discuss transforming the way the Jewish community understands and responds to mental illness. 7 p.m. Sally and Howard Levin Clubhouse, 2609 Murray Ave.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's season opener tells powerful stories of tragedy, hope and human connection. The program’s central work, Sounds of the Sun, is a world premiere by Jennifer Archibald, which celebrates the life of Florence Waren, a Jewish dancer who lived in Paris and worked with the French Resistance during World War II. Also included […]