Week of Events
ZOA Scholarship to Israel Program
Pittsburgh area Jewish students are invited to apply for ZOA: Pittsburgh's scholarship to Israel program, taking place in summer 2025. The scholarship is open to junior and senior high school students in the fall of 2025 who are traveling to Israel on a structured study trip. Applications are due by Feb. 2, 2025, and can […]
Between Two Worlds: Jewish War Brides After the Holocaust
Between Two Worlds: Jewish War Brides After the Holocaust
Join Robin Judd for Between Two Worlds: Jewish War Brides After the Holocaust. Rudd will share her award-winning research on the women Holocaust survivors who married American, Canadian and British military personnel in the wake of World War II. This talk will be the second annual Renee Sachs Memorial lecture in Holocaust studies. 6 p.m. […]
Two Short Plays
Two Short Plays
Congregation Beth Shalom, in partnership with Classrooms Without Borders, presents Two Israeli Monodramas: "When the Omelet Touches the Salad" and "Jonathan," a one-man performance by Professor Roy Horovitz. Free. 7:30 p.m. 5915 Beacon Street. bethshalompgh.org/two-israeli-monodramas
Monday Talmud Study
Monday Talmud Study
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.
Torah and Tea
Torah and Tea
Join Chabad of Squirrel for Torah and Tea, a 4-part class exploring the story of Purim. 7 p.m. $18. Email calteiin@chabadpgh.com for the address. chabadpgh.com/tea
Parashah Discussion: Life & Text
Parashah Discussion: Life & Text
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.
Chabad of the South Hills seniors’ lunch
Chabad of the South Hills seniors’ lunch
Join Chabad of the South Hills for February's seniors' lunch, discussing the power and impact of socialization while aging. 1 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Wheelchair accesible. 1701 McFarland Rd. chabadsh.com
Decoding the Talmud
Decoding the Talmud
Join Chabad of South Hills for Decoding the Talmud. Get inside the story, substance, and significance of the book that defines Judaism. Six Wednesdays online. 1700 Bower Hill Road. To register, visit chabadsh.com
Community Shabbat Dinner
Community Shabbat Dinner
Join Chabad of the South Hills for a Community Shabbat Dinner. Enjoy a lively dinner with delicious food and great company. 5 p.m. $18/Family max $45. Hampton Inn, Murtland Ave, Washington, PA. chabadsh.com/dinner
Look to the Light concert
Look to the Light concert
Join Rodef Shalom Congregation and Thousand Bridges Opera Company following Shabbat services for the Look to the Light concert, a free recital inspired by the poetry of Langston Hughes to celebrate Black History Month, featuring soprano Alicia Jayourba with Jaime Cohen at the piano. 7 p.m. Free. rodefshalom.org/light
JCC Big Night 2025 Olympics
JCC Big Night 2025 Olympics
Big Night is the JCC’s largest annual fundraiser, celebrating community and supporting vital programs. This year’s Big Night Olympics promises games, music, global cuisine, and more—all for a great cause. A party with a purpose. 7:30 p.m. JCC of Greater Pittsburgh, 5738 Forbes Ave. bit.ly/bignight25
Spring Vendor and Craft Fair
Spring Vendor and Craft Fair
Join B'nai Emunoh us for their first Jewish community vendors & crafters fair. Handmade jewelry and pens, handcrafted leather items, crocheted alef beis letters, Hello Kitty items, Dead Sea products, beauty, health and wellness products and more. 11 a.m. B'nai Emunoh, 4325 Murray Ave.
Sharaka Community Event
Sharaka Community Event
Sharaka is bringing its authentic storytelling and mission of peacebuilding through shared humanity to Pittsburgh. Th/e Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh welcomes your curiosity and questions while we grapple with a heartbreaking war in the Middle East. Free. 7 p.m. JCC Squirrel Hill, 5738 Forbes Ave. jewishpgh.org/event/sharaka
Online Parashah Study Groups
Online Parashah Study Groups
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.