In Israel Literature as a Window to Israel Society, Rabbi Danny Schiff will facilitate an encounter with Israeli society through the pens of Israel’s leading writers, discovering voices that are original, contemporary, and honest. This 10-part Melton course takes you on a literary journey offering a fresh examination of the ever-relevant issues faced by Israeli […]

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's Monday Talmud Study. 9:15 a.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/mondaytalmud.

Join the National Council of Jewish Women for The Dilemma of Desire, part of the Just Films Spring Series at Chatham University's Eddy Theatre. Reception: 5:30 p.m. film begins at 6 p.m. justfilmspgh.org/2023/01/03/the-rebellious-life-of-mrs-rosa-parks

Participate in weekly gentle yoga with a skilled and caring yoga instructor experienced in trauma-informed care. Experience an hour of gentle and calming yoga, and learn yoga you can do at home and in stressful situations, including while seated. 3 p.m. 10.27 Healing Partnership suite inside the Squirrel Hill JCC. Facilitated by Susie Balcom, and […]

Temple Sinai's Rabbi Daniel Feldman presents a weekly Parshat/Torah portion class onsite and online. Call 412-421-9715 for more information and the Zoom link.

In the new 10-part Zoom course, "Sacks To Heal A Fractured World" Rabbi Danny Schiff will explore “To Heal a Fractured World“, Rabbi Jonathan Sacks’ book on the nature of Jewish responsibility for the broader world. Students will be invited to read this pivotal book and to discuss its contents in order to arrive at […]

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

Join AgeWell for an Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group, geared towards anyone who has children, grandchildren, a spouse, siblings or parents. Family Dynamics is a fascinating topic and whether you have family harmony or strife, these discussions are going to be thought provoking and a help. Lead by Intergenerational Specialist/Presenter and Educator Audree Schall. Third […]

Join the Squirrel Hill chapter of the AARP for their March meeting. In addition to the regular meeting Kim Adley, a local entrepreneur, who designs custom group tours, Tourism Trifect. She will present multiple tours for the balance of 2023 including a day at the theater, lunches, cruises and holiday festivals. Refreshments will be served. […]

Women of Temple Sinai invites you to join them for a tour of The Westmoreland Museum of American Art in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. $25 (includes a donation to the museum, lunch with shared appetizer, entrée, and soft drink/coffee/tea). 9 a.m. templesinaipgh.org/event/westmorelandmuseum.html

Understanding the Torah and what it asks of us is perhaps one of the most important things a Jew can learn. But most Torah classes begin in Genesis and never finish the first book. If you want a comprehensive overview of the whole Torah, Torah 1 is the course for you. In the first year […]

Join the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh's Center for Loving Kindness for the next installment of Excerpts We Should Read, Talk About and Act On: Important Passages to Guide Us to Stand UP with Our Neighbors. These Zoom conversations are based on book excerpts from must-read literature that can impact how we live in community. No […]

Join NCJW for a Working Mom Support Group, for mothers who work outside the home. Facilitated by group therapist Cortney Seltman, there will be snacks, tea, support, a babysitter, and a chance to vibe with other moms like you. This event is for anyone who identifies as a mom. Free. 7 p.m. 1620 Murray Ave. […]

Registration is now open for Melton Core 1: Rhythms and Purposes of Jewish Living. This 25-lesson course will take you through the year-cycle, lifecycle, traditions and practices that bind us together. Explore not just the what’s and how’s of Jewish living, but the why’s that go with them. 7 p.m.$300 per person, per year (25 […]

Join Temple Sinai Brotherhood in Falk Auditorium to schmooze and watch some exciting NCAA Basketball action! Enjoy pizza & snacks. Bring your own "hard" liquid refreshment (soft drinks provided) and a non-meat side dish or dessert to share. 7 p.m. $5 per person. templesinaipgh.org/event/brotherhood-march-madness.html

Do your kids like to sing and dance? Do you want them to get the Shabbat feeling? Are you looking for an informal, inviting way to teach your little ones about Shabbat and connect with other families? Join Temple Sinai for Tot Shabbat beginning at 5 p.m. with snacks, schmooze and fun. Service starts at […]

Save the date for Hillel JUC Campus Superstar 2023 honoring University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Patrick Gallagher. Campus Superstar is Hillel JUC's annual fundraise, a high caliber, professionally produced singing competition featuring Pittsburgh’s most talented college students with proceeds benefitting Hillel JUC students. Don’t miss your chance to hear these students perform before they make their […]

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening understanding of the text. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/online-parashah.