Week of Events
ZOA Israel Scholarship Program
The Zionist Organization of America: Pittsburgh Israel Scholarship Program, now in its 58th year, is accepting applications Jan. 3 through Feb. 29, 2020. The program is designed to encourage student participation on approved educational trips to Israel. Up to three ZOA Scholarships, $1,000 each, are available to students who will be visiting Israel on a […]
First Mondays with Rabbi Alex
First Mondays with Rabbi Alex
Beth El Congregation hosts First Mondays with Rabbi Alex Greenbaum, its monthly lunch program, this month featuring Abby Mendelson. Mendelson will present Jewish Hollywood: Then and Now. Mendelson has written 13 non-fiction books and teaches at both Point Park and Chatham Universities. Lunch begins at 11:30 am and the program starts at 12:00 pm. 1900 […]
Knowledge & Nosh
Knowledge & Nosh
Women's Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, the National Council of Jewish Women and the Jewish Women's Foundation presents Creating a More Equitably Shared Society in Israel Through Education featuring Sarah Kreimer, directory of external relations & resources development at Beit Berl College. 12 p.m. Drinks & dessert provided please bring your own […]
Talking with the older adults in your life about what’s important to them
Talking with the older adults in your life about what’s important to them
Join JFCS Family & Community Services for Talking with the older adults in your life about what's important to them, a 3-part series designed to help you better understand and work with the older adults in your life. Free. 5 p.m. 5743 Bartlett St. For more information, visit facebook.com/events/571641643414504
Herzog Breakfast: “New Findings from the Holocaust Museum”
Herzog Breakfast: “New Findings from the Holocaust Museum”
“New findings from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum’s Encyclopedia of Camps and Ghettos” will be the topic of a presentation by Dr. Andrew Kloes at the Rodef Shalom Brotherhood’s Herzog Breakfast Discussion (4905 Fifth Ave.) at 10 a.m. Dr. Kloes, a Penn Hills native, is an Applied Researcher in the Center for Advanced Holocaust Studies […]
Tu B’Shevat Birthday Party for the Trees!
Tu B’Shevat Birthday Party for the Trees!
Celebrate Tu B’Shevat with PJ Library and Repair the World at 10 a.m. Enjoy a birthday party for the trees with fun tree-themed crafts, games and stories; plus the usual birthday party fun! Attendees will also also fill bags for Beverly’s Birthdays. The event is free, but you can sponsor a Birthday Bag with a […]
For You Were Strangers Exhibit Opening
For You Were Strangers Exhibit Opening
This original exhibit at the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh dives into the history of Jewish immigrants in Pittsburgh, noting the world upheavals that drove waves of Jewish immigration, changing United States policies in the 19th and 20th century, and the local attitudes and institutions that were implemented as these immigrants and refugees came to form […]
Beth Shalom Men’s Club Sports Luncheon
Beth Shalom Men’s Club Sports Luncheon
Join Beth Shalom Men’s Club for a Sports Luncheon. Enjoy a hamburger and hot dog lunch at 12 p.m. at the Beth Shalom Samuel & Minnie Hyman Ballroom (5915 Beacon St.) Local sports celebrities will attend. Autographs and surprises, gifts for all. All are welcome, no charge. Please RSVP by January 29th to Ira Frank […]
Young Adult Division Fitness Club
Young Adult Division Fitness Club
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburhg's Young Adult Division's Fitness Club is kicking off with a class at Orange Theory 5841 Penn Ave. The class is limited to 39 participants. All participants must review the Orange Theory Rules and Policies and complete their Client Intake Form prior to the event. 2:15-4 p.m. jewishpgh.org/event/yad-fitness-orange-theory
Young Adult Explorin’ Pittsburgh Club at Boyce Park
Young Adult Explorin’ Pittsburgh Club at Boyce Park
Meet the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh's Young Adult Division at 4:30 p.m. at the Boyce Park Four Season Lodge for a snowy winter fun. This is a pay your own way event, either $13 (if there is a group of 15+) or $17, so invite your friends to ensure the group rate! Be sure […]
When folk songs bring freedom with MOHO
When folk songs bring freedom with MOHO
Join Moishe House at 6 p.m. for When Folksongs Bring Freedom, a special concert by Hilliard Greene at the Alphabet City bookstore, 40 W. North Ave, in honor of Black History Month. Make sure to reserve your tickets in advance at alphabetcity.org/events/milestone-negro-spirituals-when-folksongs-bring-freedom.