While attention has been focused on Gaza and Israel over the past two years, the West Bank has experienced a sharp increase in illegal settler violence. Pittsburgh local Rebecca Mayer recently spent a week in the West Bank as a protective presence volunteer with Torat Tzedek. Learn more about protective presence annd its need for […]

Join Beth El's Rabbi Alex Greenbaum and his Bible/Talmud Adult Education class on Tuesdays for a thought-provoking weekly session of Bible and Talmudic study. This program is available both in-person and virtually. Please call the office at 412-561-1168 to receive the Zoom link or to make an in-person reservation. 10:30 a.m. 1900 Cochran Rd. bethelcong.org

Enter the intricate world of the Talmud: the monumental classic that has defined Jewish learning for centuries. Discover its history, authors, and significance—and experience it for yourself. You’ll learn the key terms, logical principles, and historical context required to decode every part of the Talmudic page. Classes given by Chabad Young Professional's Rabbi Henoch Rosenfeld. […]

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.

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 invites you to attend their November Senior Luncheon. Enjoy a delicious lunch and presentation on brain health by Comfort Keepers. Wheelchair accessible. $5 suggested donation. 1 p.m. 1701 McFarland Rd. chabadsh.com

Kerry Wallach will deliver the inaugural Edith Balas Memorial Lecture. Her talk, “Recovering the Lost Worlds of Jewish Artist Rahel Szalit,” will focus on her process of rediscovering Rahel Szalit (1888–1942), one of the best-known Jewish women artists in Weimar Germany whose work was largely forgotten in the wake of the Holocaust. Free. 5:15 p.m. […]

Join Chabad of the South Hills for a new JLI course, "The Kabbalah of Meaning," exploring Jewish wisdom for finding the purpose that connects parts of life. No previous Jewish learning required. Online or in person. This course will satisfy the continuing education requirements of physicians, healthcare professionals, psychologists, social workers, LMFTs, and LMHC/LPCs. 7:30 […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of legal practice, understanding the interplay between faith and governance is crucial for lawyers. Join Rabbi Schiff for an engaging CLE series that explores many intriguing question. Individual classes: $45 with credit/$40 without credit. 8:30 a.m. Virtual. For a complete list of class dates and subjects visit, jewishpgh.org/events

Join Rabbi Amy Greenbaum and the Beth El community for the all-virtual Beth El’s Virtual Hope and Healing Program on the first Thursday of the month. This is a safe space during to chant, breathe, pray for healing, and seek peace. Feel free to keep your camera off and just listen. Please call the office […]

Kick off the month with the Chabad Young Professionals at their special First Friday Shabbat Dinner. Enjoy an elevated Shabbat experience featuring a 4-course sit-down dinner, warm ambiance, and exceptional company. Space is limited. Register early to secure your spot. 7 p.m. $18. cyppittsburgh.com/ff

Celebrate Shabbat with Shalom Tots. After reading the PJ Library Book, “Shabbat Box” by Lesley Simpson, attendees will jump into hands-on crafting activities. Create a custom Shabbat Box- Make candle holders, design a wine cup and challah cover, divide ingredients for “Challah in a Bag” and of course, beddazzling the box. 10 a.m. Free. Temple […]

Join Chabad Young Professionals for Mommy and Me, a special space for moms and their little ones to connect, play, and build Jewish community together. Join them for this 3-part series celebrating the beauty and warmth of fall. RSVP Required. 10 a.m. $10. CYP Loft. cyppittsburgh.com/MM

Join Rodef Shalom Congregation at Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom Congregation) for the annual Ruth and Bernard Levaur Contemporary Lecture. Rabbi Danny Schiff will present What Our Current Jewish Reality Demands of Us. 7 p.m. Free. 4905 Fifth Ave. rodefshalom.org/levaur

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.