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1 event,The Jewish ethics that shaped America’s founding In time for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this four-session course reflects on the Jewish ethics, ideas, and values that inspired and influenced America’s founders—and that still shape our government and society today. Was it always self-evident that all people are “created equal”? What is the “pursuit of happiness”? What inspired America’s system of checks and balances? And looking ahead, what steps can we take to build a just and united future? (No previous Jewish learning necessary.) 4 Mondays June 8, 15, 22, 29 7:00-8:00pm Instructor: Rabbi Laizer Labkovski No charge, all are welcome! Hot dinner served Lesson Outline Lesson 1 The Foundations of the Covenant From the Pilgrims on, America’s founders drew inspiration from the Hebrew Bible. America was founded, not by conquest, but by a shared promise—a covenant. See how these factors helped make America the most welcoming nation for Jews in our long Diaspora. Lesson 2 The Roots of Equality It wasn’t always self-evident that all people are created equal. So why did the founders think it was? Discover the story of this foundational American and Jewish value. Lesson 3 In G-d We Trust […] |
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Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives. Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Happiness is Learned. Your weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. Hot dinner served The Torah Studies class brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of enticing weekly classes. Each class introduces ideas and issues from the current weekly Torah portion and, through discussion and debate, creates a meaningful connection between the timeless wisdom of the Torah and modern-day living. January 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 26 September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
1 event,Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600 |
1 event,The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099 |
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Join us for a community picnic while you enjoy Kosher Hot-dogs, Hamburgers, Buffalo wings, French fries, Salads, Vegetarian options and Schmoozing. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! |
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Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives. Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Happiness is Learned. Your weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. Hot dinner served The Torah Studies class brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of enticing weekly classes. Each class introduces ideas and issues from the current weekly Torah portion and, through discussion and debate, creates a meaningful connection between the timeless wisdom of the Torah and modern-day living. January 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 26 September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
1 event,Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600 |
2 events,The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099 |
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3 events,Explore the Jewish Cemeteries on a 1.5 hour walking tour - A partnership of the Jewish Cemetery Corporation and Explore Buffalo Witness History, Architecture, Art & Preservation Initiatives including the first Jewish cemetery in the Greater Buffalo Niagara region to appear on the NYS Register of Historic Places and Restoring the century-old Adler Chapel into a Visitor & History Center. Upcoming Tour Dates: Tuesday, July 21 - 10 am Sunday, August 9 - 11 am Friday, August 21 - 10 am Sunday, September 6 - noon Tuesday, September 29 - 11 am Meet at Holy Order of the Living Cemetery 15 minutes prior to start time - 580 Pine Ridge Heritage Boulevard, Cheektowaga 14225 The one-mile route is primarily on paved surfaces, with some walking on grass. No seating or restrooms are available on the tour route. Register: explorebuffalo.org/specialty/jewish-cemetery-tour Cost: $20/person | Explore Pass Members - Free | Children under 18 - Free CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Pirates, Palaces, and the Birth of Sephardic and Ashkenazic Jewry Join us for a gripping journey into the early Middle Ages, when one unified Jewish world gave rise to the two great families of Jewish life: Sephardic and Ashkenazic Jewry. This is not just history. It is the story of who we became. Lavish brunch served. at Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER |
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Come to the CTeens BBQ for great barbecue, games, music, a bonfire, and so much more! Come to bond with friends, play fun outdoor games, and have a great time! Bring your Jewish friends! Click here for more information |
1 event,Words for the Journey: Life Lessons from Deuteronomy As Moses prepares the Jewish people to enter a new land and a new chapter, he delivers a series of powerful final messages about courage, memory, responsibility, faith, leadership, gratitude, justice, and living with purpose. This series explores the Book of Deuteronomy not as ancient history, but as a guide for real life. Each class will uncover timeless lessons for navigating change, making wise choices, building strong values, and carrying a sacred mission into the future. At Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. Available on Zoom as well Delicious Salads and refreshments Will Be Served |
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Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives. Board of Governors Meetings will begin at 6:30pm (Locations TBD) January 20 March 25 May 28 July 15 (Social event) September 9 November 19 July 15, 2026 August 19, 2026 September 16, 2026 October 21, 2026 November 18, 2026 December 16, 2026 January 20, 2027 February 17, 2027 March 17, 20207 April 14, 2027 May 12, 2027 June 16, 2027 - Annual meeting |
1 event,Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600 |
2 events,The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099
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The Center for Jewish Life invites you to experience a Shabbat dinner in a atmosphere of song, story & discussion, complete with an American cuisine. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! |
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4 events,CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Pirates, Palaces, and the Birth of Sephardic and Ashkenazic Jewry Join us for a gripping journey into the early Middle Ages, when one unified Jewish world gave rise to the two great families of Jewish life: Sephardic and Ashkenazic Jewry. This is not just history. It is the story of who we became. Lavish brunch served. at Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER |
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Ladies' Night Out: In preparation of Tisha B'Av Join us for a meaningful evening as we create a beautiful Kotel (Western Wall) art piece using LEGO® bricks as paintbrushes—no artistic talent required! Learn about the Third Beit HaMikdash (Holy Temple) and how each of us can play a part in rebuilding it—one brick at a time. Come create, connect and be inspired! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION! |
2 events,Explore the Jewish Cemeteries on a 1.5 hour walking tour - A partnership of the Jewish Cemetery Corporation and Explore Buffalo Witness History, Architecture, Art & Preservation Initiatives including the first Jewish cemetery in the Greater Buffalo Niagara region to appear on the NYS Register of Historic Places and Restoring the century-old Adler Chapel into a Visitor & History Center. Upcoming Tour Dates: Tuesday, July 21 - 10 am Sunday, August 9 - 11 am Friday, August 21 - 10 am Sunday, September 6 - noon Tuesday, September 29 - 11 am Meet at Holy Order of the Living Cemetery 15 minutes prior to start time - 580 Pine Ridge Heritage Boulevard, Cheektowaga 14225 The one-mile route is primarily on paved surfaces, with some walking on grass. No seating or restrooms are available on the tour route. Register: explorebuffalo.org/specialty/jewish-cemetery-tour Cost: $20/person | Explore Pass Members - Free | Children under 18 - Free Words for the Journey: Life Lessons from Deuteronomy As Moses prepares the Jewish people to enter a new land and a new chapter, he delivers a series of powerful final messages about courage, memory, responsibility, faith, leadership, gratitude, justice, and living with purpose. This series explores the Book of Deuteronomy not as ancient history, but as a guide for real life. Each class will uncover timeless lessons for navigating change, making wise choices, building strong values, and carrying a sacred mission into the future. At Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. Available on Zoom as well Delicious Salads and refreshments Will Be Served |
3 events,Tisha B'Av occurs on the 9th day of the Hebrew month of Av. It commemorates a number of disastors in Jewish History, primarily the destruction of both Solomon's Temple by the Neo Babylonian Empire and the Second Temple by the Roman Empire in Jerusalem. It precedes the end of the three weeks between dire straits. This day is regarded as the saddest day in the Jewish calendar and may Jews fast for 25 hours.
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Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives. Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Happiness is Learned. Your weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. Hot dinner served The Torah Studies class brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of enticing weekly classes. Each class introduces ideas and issues from the current weekly Torah portion and, through discussion and debate, creates a meaningful connection between the timeless wisdom of the Torah and modern-day living. January 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 26 September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
2 events,Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600 |
1 event,The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099 |
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2 events,CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Pirates, Palaces, and the Birth of Sephardic and Ashkenazic Jewry Join us for a gripping journey into the early Middle Ages, when one unified Jewish world gave rise to the two great families of Jewish life: Sephardic and Ashkenazic Jewry. This is not just history. It is the story of who we became. Lavish brunch served. at Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER |
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Join us for our quarterly book club meeting. We will be discussing The Incorruptibles: A True Story of Kingpins, Crime Busters, and the Birth of the American Underworld by Dan Slater. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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Words for the Journey: Life Lessons from Deuteronomy As Moses prepares the Jewish people to enter a new land and a new chapter, he delivers a series of powerful final messages about courage, memory, responsibility, faith, leadership, gratitude, justice, and living with purpose. This series explores the Book of Deuteronomy not as ancient history, but as a guide for real life. Each class will uncover timeless lessons for navigating change, making wise choices, building strong values, and carrying a sacred mission into the future. At Jewish Discovery Center - 831 Maple Rd. Available on Zoom as well Delicious Salads and refreshments Will Be Served |
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Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives. Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Happiness is Learned. Your weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. Hot dinner served The Torah Studies class brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of enticing weekly classes. Each class introduces ideas and issues from the current weekly Torah portion and, through discussion and debate, creates a meaningful connection between the timeless wisdom of the Torah and modern-day living. January 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 26 September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
2 events,Every Thursday morning 9:00 – 10:00am Dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of Halachic discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. Feel free to join the class at the Center for Jewish Life: 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville NY 14221 716 639-7600
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Join us for our annual Federation Day in Chautauqua. For more infomation reach out Erin Casper. |
1 event,The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. Zoom connection information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2268494785?pwd=YVFLK0E5TzZGRUk5aUhsVWNzWXZ5Zz09 Meeting ID: 226 849 4785 Password: 613 (if prompted) or Call +1 929 205 6099 |
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