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September 15, 2024

Right Now

Julie Paris (center right) with StandWithUs honorees Rachael Heisler (left) and Ilay Dvir (right) and keynote speaker Jonathan Conricus. (Photo by VanDyke Photography)

Fighting antisemitism

StandWithUs inaugural reception honors Rachael Heisler, Ilay Dvir

“Our priority was to bring our community together to show public support for Israel and to stand against Hamas terror,” Paris said.

Federation board chair Jan Levinson speaks at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh annual meeting on Sept. 11. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)

From despair to hope

Following ‘difficult’ year, Federation calls for hope during annual meeting

By Adam Reinherz

‘Despite the immense damage, both mental and physical in Israel and in Jewish Pittsburgh, we continue to remain a resilient community’

Roy Yesharim and Ohad Seelenfreund embrace on Sept. 9 at Hillel JUC. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)

Oct. 7

Two survivors of Nova festival tell Pitt students to focus on healing, love

By Adam Reinherz

‘If we keep looking for the good we’ll find it’

Temple Emanuel of South Hills Holocaust Memorial Garden contains ashes and dirt from Auschwitz-Birkenau. (Photo by David Rullo)

Blooming significance

Temple Emanuel celebrates 20th anniversary of its Holocaust Memorial Garden

“Why is a Holocaust memorial garden pertinent today? Because if we don’t remember, who will,” he asked.

Rona Kaufman is producing videos that she hopes will, in part, reclaim the history and importance of Zionism as part of Jewish identity. (Screenshot by David Rullo)

No spin videos

Duquesne law professor works to make a difference, one video at a time

“I have no interest in spreading propaganda. I am interested in sharing the factual story of the Jewish people…and what Israel is doing during the war.”

Democratic Jewish Outreach Pennsylvania board members Marla Werner (center left) and Sue Berman Kress (center right) stand with Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis (left) and Gov. Josh Shapiro (right). (Photo provided by Sue Berman Kress)

Politics

Democratic Jewish Outreach Pennsylvania expands its impact

“It called for a new moment of getting involved, that we could no longer sit on the sidelines and wring our hands,” she said.

Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during the first presidential debate at National Constitution Center, Philadelphia, Sept. 10, 2024. (Demetrius Freeman/The Washington Post via Getty Images)

PoliticsDonald Trump’s pro-Israel supporters take issue with his prediction of its potentially imminent demise

Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris debate for the first time during the presidential election campaign at The National Constitution Center, Philadelphia, Sept. 10, 2024. (Win McNamee/Getty Images)

PoliticsAt debate, Harris calls for Gaza war to end ‘immediately’ and Trump says Israel ‘will not exist’ if he loses

Rabbi Deborah Zecher will combine her love of Torah and cabaret during her artist-in-residency at Temple Sinai Sept. 20 and 21. (Photo provided by Deborah Zecher)

Artist-in-residence

All the world’s a stage for Rabbi Deborah Zecher

Pittsburgh native brings cabaret and Torah to Temple Sinai

A caregiver stands by a window. (Still courtesy of 'Unseen: How We’re Failing Parent Caregivers & Why It Matters')

Caregiving

Film and Sept. 17 discussion to broaden awareness of caregiving

By Adam Reinherz

‘People don’t often know what it means to be a full-time caregiver, which leads to a lot of others in the community just really not understanding the issues’

Pro-Israel protesters subdue a man who charged one of them and who was shot during the altercation, Newton, Massachusetts, Sept. 12, 2024. (Daily Wire on X)

Israel at war

Pro-Israel demonstrator in Newton, Mass., charged with shooting pro-Palestinian activist who tackled him

The intersection where the rally took place is about a mile from an area with multiple synagogues

Hebrew University's new three-year undergraduate program in English marks the first time overseas students can complete an entire BA degree in English at the iconic Jerusalem university. (Courtesy of Hebrew University)

Higher education

Hebrew University launches new English-taught undergrad program

The new three-year undergraduate program in English marks the first time overseas students can complete an entire BA degree at the Jerusalem institution.

Howard Teich speaks at a monument in The Battery that marks the Jewish arrival in New York in September 1654. New York, NY, Sept. 13, 2023. (Julia Gergely)

Recognition

NYC poised to officially recognize Landing Day, when the first Jewish community arrived in 1654

By Julia Gergely

While the exact day the Jews landed in New York is not known, records indicate it occurred during the week before Rosh Hashanah, which that year was on Sept. 12, 1654.

Supporters of Malky Berkowitz launched a “mikvah strike” — a form of protest that leverages Jewish sexual purity rituals as a pressure tactic for Malky's husband to give her a divorce. (Design by Jackie Hajdenberg. Images courtesy of Adina Sash)

Getting a getNew York woman at center of Orthodox ‘sex strike’ receives her Jewish divorce

By Jackie Hajdenberg

Benjamin Netanyahu during a visit to the southern Israeli city of Ashdod, January 12, 2009. (Jigsaw Pictures via The Times of Israel)

Film

Revealing leaked police footage, new film aims brutal lens at Netanyahu amid war

By Robert Sarner

“The Bibi Files,” a scathing documentary, incorporates material from corruption probe to present sobering insight into the prime minister’s actions and character

Khaled Mashaal, member of Hamas's political bureau, speaks to Kuwaiti podcaster Ammar Taqi on January 16, 2024 (Video screenshot via The TImes of Israel)

Opinion

US should seek Khaled Mashaal’s extradition

Qatar’s willingness to serve as a safe haven for terrorists has been an uncomfortable sticking point in its relations with the West

OpinionWhy do Ashkenazi Jews name babies after deceased relatives? A rabbi responds.

By Daniel Cohen

TorahElul: A time to return what is lost

By Rabbi Jessica Locketz

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“The Singer Sisters” by Sarah Seltzer

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PoetryPittsburgh Jewish Chronicle Poetry Contest

Flyer for Jewish Book Festival

BooksDiscover new reads and local favorites at Pittsburgh’s Jewish Book Festival

By Toby Tabachnick

Poll

Chronicle poll question

Who won the Harris/Trump debate?

PollChronicle poll results: Vigils related to Israel

By Toby Tabachnick

Steven Cook and Michael Solomonov shot the pictures for "Zahav Home" in Solomonov's Philadelphia house. (Courtesy CookNSolo)

Food

Michael Solomonov aims to simplify Israeli classics for home cooks in ‘Zahav Home’

By Rachel Ringler

The book is made up of 125 recipes, all of which have Israeli and/or Jewish roots.

(Photo by Susan Barocas)

Food

Tishpishti is Sephardi honey cake, but better

By Susan Barocas

Like its Eastern European counterpart, tishpishti symbolizes wishes for a sweet new year and the fullness of life.

Traditional chicken soup

By Jessica Grann

Honey-glazed roasted carrots

By Jessica Grann

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Pro-Israel demonstrator in Newton, Mass., charged with shooting pro-Palestinian activist who tackled him

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2 events, 26

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

August 26 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 26 , 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

2 events, 27

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 27 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

August 27 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

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 […]

2 events, 28

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 28 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

August 28 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

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.

2 events, 29

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 29 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

August 29 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

Bring your lunch and join Rodef Shalom's Cantor Toby Glaser for a look at the liturgy of the High Holy Days. Free for Members; $54 for non-members. 1 p.m. 4905 […]

2 events, 30

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 30 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Shabbat Unplugged

August 30 , 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Shabbat Unplugged

Tree of Life Congregation invites you to Shabbat Unplugged with special guest Cantor Erica Lippitz, one of the first women cantors ordained by the Jewish Theological Seminary. 6 p.m. 4905 […]

2 events, 31

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 31 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

9:30 am - 11:00 am

Torah Studio

August 31 , 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Torah Studio

Join the Tree of Life Congregation for two Torah Studios. The first on Saturday, August 31st will feature Cantor Erica Lippitz, one of the first women cantors ordained by the […]

2 events, 1

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 1 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 1 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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 […]

2 events, 2

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 2 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 2 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

4 events, 3

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 3 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

September 3 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

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 […]

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Preparing the Heart and Mind: Rosh Chodesh Elul

September 3 , 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Preparing the Heart and Mind: Rosh Chodesh Elul

The 10.27 Healing Partnership invites you to attend Preparing the Heart and Mind: Rosh Chodesh Elul. Enjoy meditative wellness activities and Jewish learning designed to increase thoughtfulness, care, and introspection. […]

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

September 3 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

Join Rabbi Hazzan Jeffrey Myers and Tree of Life Congregation as they take a new look at the High Holidays through the screening of the movie "The Adjustment Bureau". 7 […]

5 events, 4

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mah Jong and Game Night at Chabad of Monroeville

September 4 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mah Jong and Game Night at Chabad of Monroeville

Chabad of Monroeville invites you to spend an hour playing mahjong and other games. Play, shmooze, learn a word of the Torah, say a prayer for Israel, and, of course, […]

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 4 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Biblical Garden Open Door Tours

September 4 , 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Biblical Garden Open Door Tours

Join Rodef Shalom Congregation for Biblical Garden Open Door Tours: free, docent-led tours of the congregation's Biblical Botanical Garden the first Wednesday of the month. Noon. Free. 4905 Fifth Avenue. […]

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Ladies’ Lunch and Learn

September 4 , 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Ladies’ Lunch and Learn

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for Ladies' Lunch and Learn. Enjoy an hour of nourishment for the mind, body, and soul exploring the month of Elul. Noon. 1700 Beechwood Blvd. […]

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

September 4 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

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.

2 events, 5

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 5 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

View "Dancing Without Their Timbrels," photography by award-winning photographer Dale Lazar at the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum. The art pieces include color and black-and-white photographs of dancers on the […]

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

September 5 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

Bring your lunch and join Rodef Shalom's Cantor Toby Glaser for a look at the liturgy of the High Holy Days. Free for Members; $54 for non-members. 1 p.m. 4905 […]

0 events, 6

0 events, 7

2 events, 8

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Beth Shalom Quarterly Blood Drive

September 8 , 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Beth Shalom Quarterly Blood Drive

Congregation Beth Shalom will be holding Quarterly Blood Drives in 2024. The first blood drive will also include a Gift of Life Bone Marrow Drive. Registration is required with group […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 8 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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 […]

3 events, 9

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 9 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

9:30 am - 11:00 am

Meditative Forest Bathing

September 9 , 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Meditative Forest Bathing

Join the 10.27 Healing Partnership for one or all three sessions of this healing, consciousness-building forest bathing series. Enjoy gentle walks through Pittsburgh’s parks while nurturing your connection to the […]

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Make ‘n’ Eat Cooking Class sponsored by Women of Temple Sinai

September 9 , 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Make ‘n’ Eat Cooking Class sponsored by Women of Temple Sinai

Join the Women of Temple Sinai for their Make 'n' Eat cooking class exploring food for the holidays. September's instructor is Carolyn Terner, who will discuss recipes to enhance your […]

1 event, 10

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

September 10 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

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 […]

2 events, 11

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

September 11 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

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.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

September 11 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

Join Rabbi Hazzan Jeffrey Myers and Tree of Life Congregation as they take a new look at the High Holidays through the screening of the movie "The Adjustment Bureau". 7 […]

4 events, 12

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

September 12 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

The 10.27 Healing Partnership presents Fall Forest Bathing. "Bathe" in the sounds and sights of nature during gentle walks through Frick Park while nurturing your connection to the natural world […]

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

September 12 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

Bring your lunch and join Rodef Shalom's Cantor Toby Glaser for a look at the liturgy of the High Holy Days. Free for Members; $54 for non-members. 1 p.m. 4905 […]

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

An Evening with Solange Lebovitz, a Holocaust Survivor

September 12 , 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

An Evening with Solange Lebovitz, a Holocaust Survivor

Join the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh for An Evening with Solange Lebovitz. Learn about Holocaust survivor Solange Lebovitz’s experiences as a Jewish child and teen living in occupied France, hiding […]

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

StandWithUs Community Reception

September 12 , 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

StandWithUs Community Reception

Please join StandWithUs for their inaugural Pittsburgh Community Reception honoring Pittsburgh City Controller Rachael Heisler and featuring keynote speaker Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus. 6 p.m. Early Bird: $90 VIP: […]

0 events, 13

1 event, 14

9:30 am - 11:00 am

Torah Studio

September 14 , 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Torah Studio

Join the Tree of Life Congregation for two Torah Studios. The first on Saturday, August 31st will feature Cantor Erica Lippitz, one of the first women cantors ordained by the […]

4 events, 15

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Brunch and Learn discussion

September 15 , 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Brunch and Learn discussion

Join the Brotherhoods of Temple Sinai and Rodef Shalom Congregation for a Brunch & Panel Discussion with State Sen. Jay Costa & State Rep. Dan Frankel . The two will […]

11:00 am

Women’s Mini Retreat

September 15 , 11:00 am

Women’s Mini Retreat

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for a Women's Mini Retreat. Enjoy a day of exciting workshops, crafts, and words of inspiration to help prepare for the High Holidays. 11 a.m. […]

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Bring Them Home Vigil

September 15 , 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Bring Them Home Vigil

Join the Jewish community for a "Bring Them Home Vigil" in recognition of the hostages still being held by Hamas. The vigil will start with calling the names of the […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 15 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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 […]

3 events, 16

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 16 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Empowered Citizenship: Understanding Hate Speech and Crimes

September 16 , 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Empowered Citizenship: Understanding Hate Speech and Crimes

Empowered Citizenship: Understanding Hate Speech and Crime, a community safety forum led by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, local and federal Law enforcement, Jewish Federation community safety, and a University of […]

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Wise Aging: High Holy Days

September 16 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Wise Aging: High Holy Days

Join Rodef Shalom Congregation for Wise Aging: High Holy Days. Consider and discuss "Asking for and Granting Forgiveness: How the Conversation Changes as We Grow Older." This experience is designed […]

2 events, 17

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

September 17 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

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 […]

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

September 17 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

Join Rabbi Hazzan Jeffrey Myers and Tree of Life Congregation as they take a new look at the High Holidays through the screening of the movie "The Adjustment Bureau". 7 […]

4 events, 18

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mah Jong and Game Night at Chabad of Monroeville

September 18 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mah Jong and Game Night at Chabad of Monroeville

Chabad of Monroeville invites you to spend an hour playing mahjong and other games. Play, shmooze, learn a word of the Torah, say a prayer for Israel, and, of course, […]

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

September 18 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

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.

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group

September 18 , 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group

Join AgeWell for the Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group at JCC South Hills every third Wednesday of each month. Led by intergenerational specialist/presenter and educator Audree Schall. The group is […]

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP September meeting

September 18 , 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP September meeting

The Squirrel Hill AARP will welcome speaker Athletico Pivot's chief medical/physical therapist Sarah Jones to its September meeting. Jones will discuss how seniors can safely improve their balance. Refreshments will […]

3 events, 19

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

September 19 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

The 10.27 Healing Partnership presents Fall Forest Bathing. "Bathe" in the sounds and sights of nature during gentle walks through Frick Park while nurturing your connection to the natural world […]

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

September 19 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

Bring your lunch and join Rodef Shalom's Cantor Toby Glaser for a look at the liturgy of the High Holy Days. Free for Members; $54 for non-members. 1 p.m. 4905 […]

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Women’s Farbrengen

September 19 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Women’s Farbrengen

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for a Women's Farbrengen, an evening of Chassidic songs and stories on the topic of "Stepping into the Light." Enjoy hot drinks and desserts. 7 […]

1 event, 20

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

September 20 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Join Rodef Shalom Congregation Cantor Toby Glaser for an abridged 20s-40s Kabbalat Shabbat service. Get to know other Pittsburgh young Jewish professionals and close out the week with wine, a […]

1 event, 21

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rabbi Deborah Zecher Concert at Temple Sinai

September 21 , 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rabbi Deborah Zecher Concert at Temple Sinai

Join Temple Sinai for Jewish Caroling: The Music of Carole King, Carole Bayer Sager and Carolyn Leigh with Rabbi Deborah Zecher. Free and open to the public. Reservations and donations […]

2 events, 22

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

The CKids Rosh Hashana Airlines

September 22 , 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

The CKids Rosh Hashana Airlines

Join Chabad of the South Hills for the CKids Rosh Hashana Airlines and prepare for a sweet new year. Fanny pack and luggage tag gift for each child. In-flight entertainment. […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 22 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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 […]

1 event, 23

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 23 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

2 events, 24

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

September 24 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

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 […]

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Faith & Resilience: Israel after October 7th.

September 24 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Faith & Resilience: Israel after October 7th.

Join Chabad of South Hills and hear Moria Azulay and Or Barak present Faith and Resilience: Israel after October 7th. Maria served as a combat soldier in the Jordan Lions […]

2 events, 25

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

September 25 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

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.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

September 25 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

Join Rabbi Hazzan Jeffrey Myers and Tree of Life Congregation as they take a new look at the High Holidays through the screening of the movie "The Adjustment Bureau". 7 […]

3 events, 26

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

September 26 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

The 10.27 Healing Partnership presents Fall Forest Bathing. "Bathe" in the sounds and sights of nature during gentle walks through Frick Park while nurturing your connection to the natural world […]

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

September 26 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

Bring your lunch and join Rodef Shalom's Cantor Toby Glaser for a look at the liturgy of the High Holy Days. Free for Members; $54 for non-members. 1 p.m. 4905 […]

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

A Blessing, Not a Burden: The Story of Two Holocaust Survivors, Eva and Mickey K

September 26 , 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

A Blessing, Not a Burden: The Story of Two Holocaust Survivors, Eva and Mickey K

The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh is pleased to welcome Alex Kor and Graham Honaker for A Blessing, Not a Burden: The Story of Two Holocaust Survivors, Eva and Mickey K. […]

0 events, 27

2 events, 28

7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

S’lichot Service and guest speaker with Temple Sinai and Rodef Shalom Congregation

September 28 , 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

S’lichot Service and guest speaker with Temple Sinai and Rodef Shalom Congregation

Join Temple Sinai and Rodef Shalom Congregation for guest speaker Rabbi Michael Zedek, dessert, reception and service with Rabbi Daniel Fellman, Cantor David Reinwald, Rabbi Sharyn Henry, and Cantor Toby […]

8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Selichot Sound Bath

September 28 , 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Selichot Sound Bath

Everyone is invited to Temple Ohav Shalom for a Selichot Sound Bath. Prepare for the Jewish New Year with Havdalah and a meditative soundscape featuring singing bowls and other healing […]

4 events, 29

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Bring Them Home Vigil

September 29 , 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Bring Them Home Vigil

Join the Jewish community for a "Bring Them Home Vigil" in recognition of the hostages still being held by Hamas. The vigil will start with calling the names of the […]

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Family Challah Bake

September 29 , 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Family Challah Bake

Bring your family for a pre-high holiday challah bake, complete with crafts, storytelling and a Shofar-making workshop. 1 p.m. $10/child. Chabad of Squirrel Hill, 1700 Beechwood Blvd. chabadpgh.com/kidscooking

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Taking Miracles Seriously: A Journey to Everyday Spirituality

September 29 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Taking Miracles Seriously: A Journey to Everyday Spirituality

Join Rodef Shalom Congregation for “Taking Miracles Seriously: A Journey to Everyday Spirituality,” the 2024 Ruth and Bernard Levaur Contemporary Lecture with guest speaker Rabbi Michael Zedek. This event is […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 29 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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 […]

1 event, 30

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 30 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

1 event, 1

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 1 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

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 […]

1 event, 2

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 2 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

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.

2 events, 3

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

October 3 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

The 10.27 Healing Partnership presents Fall Forest Bathing. "Bathe" in the sounds and sights of nature during gentle walks through Frick Park while nurturing your connection to the natural world […]

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

October 3 , 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill's Camp Gan Israel and Community Day School for Shofar in the Park with snacks, games, and more. 4 p.m. CDS playground. 6424 Forward Ave. chabadpgh.com/shofar

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0 events, 5

1 event, 6

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

October 6 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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 […]

August 26

August 26 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

August 26 , 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 27

August 27 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 27 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

August 28

August 28 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 28 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

August 29

August 29 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 29 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

August 30

August 30 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 30 , 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Shabbat Unplugged

August 31

August 31 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

August 31 , 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Torah Studio

September 1

September 1 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 1 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 2

September 2 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 2 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 3

September 3 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 3 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

September 3 , 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Preparing the Heart and Mind: Rosh Chodesh Elul

September 3 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

September 4

September 4 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mah Jong and Game Night at Chabad of Monroeville

September 4 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 4 , 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Biblical Garden Open Door Tours

September 4 , 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Ladies’ Lunch and Learn

September 4 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

September 5

September 5 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dancing without their Timbrels Opening Reception

September 5 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

There are no events on this day.

There are no events on this day.

September 8

September 8 , 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Beth Shalom Quarterly Blood Drive

September 8 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 9

September 9 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 9 , 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Meditative Forest Bathing

September 9 , 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Make ‘n’ Eat Cooking Class sponsored by Women of Temple Sinai

September 10

September 10 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

September 11

September 11 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

September 11 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

September 12

September 12 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

September 12 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

September 12 , 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

An Evening with Solange Lebovitz, a Holocaust Survivor

September 12 , 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

StandWithUs Community Reception

There are no events on this day.

September 14

September 14 , 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Torah Studio

September 15

September 15 , 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Brunch and Learn discussion

September 15 , 11:00 am

Women’s Mini Retreat

September 15 , 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Bring Them Home Vigil

September 15 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 16

September 16 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 16

September 16 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 16 , 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Empowered Citizenship: Understanding Hate Speech and Crimes

September 16 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Wise Aging: High Holy Days

September 17

September 17 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

September 17 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

September 18

September 18 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mah Jong and Game Night at Chabad of Monroeville

September 18 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

September 18 , 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group

September 18 , 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP September meeting

September 19

September 19 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

September 19 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

September 19 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Women’s Farbrengen

September 20

September 20 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

September 21

September 21 , 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rabbi Deborah Zecher Concert at Temple Sinai

September 22

September 22 , 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

The CKids Rosh Hashana Airlines

September 22 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 23

September 23 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 24

September 24 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

September 24 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Faith & Resilience: Israel after October 7th.

September 25

September 25 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

September 25 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Enhance your High Holy Day Perspective

September 26

September 26 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

September 26 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch Time Liturgy: High Holy Days

September 26 , 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

A Blessing, Not a Burden: The Story of Two Holocaust Survivors, Eva and Mickey K

There are no events on this day.

September 28

September 28 , 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

S’lichot Service and guest speaker with Temple Sinai and Rodef Shalom Congregation

September 28 , 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Selichot Sound Bath

September 29

September 29 , 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Bring Them Home Vigil

September 29 , 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Family Challah Bake

September 29 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Taking Miracles Seriously: A Journey to Everyday Spirituality

September 29 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

September 30

September 30 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

October 1

October 1 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 2

October 2 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 3

October 3 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

October 3 , 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

There are no events on this day.

There are no events on this day.

October 6

October 6 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

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