JUF Calendar

July 2025

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Sky Game

Cheer on the Chicago Sky at a basketball game for an afternoon of fun with participants in GADOL. Bring money to buy food at the game.

Transportation is provided to and from the game. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Location:
Wintrust Arena
200 E Cermak Road
Chicago, IL 60616

Contact:
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510

Add to Calendar 7/16/2025 10:00:00 AM 7/16/2025 1:00:00 PM Sky Game Cheer on the Chicago Sky at a basketball game for an afternoon of fun with participants in GADOL. Bring money to buy food at the game.

Transportation is provided to and from the game. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Contact Info
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510 Wintrust Arena, 200 E Cermak Road, Chicago, IL, 60616 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

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Thursday, July 17, 2025 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, between 6/19/2025 - 8/7/2025)

The Club - Group for Teens

Join peers at "The Club House" for this fun summer social speech-language group.

We will work together to complete puzzles, games, cooking, sports, and art. Specific activities may include- games: Pirate Pop Up, Trouble, Kerplunk; art- painting, stickers, glitter; sports- football toss.

This therapeutic group is aimed for teens ages 15-19 with intellectual disabilities and is billable to insurance (inquire about private pay). This group will run as a dyad or small peer group on Thursdays from June 19 - August 7. Pre-registration required.

Location:
Elaine Kersten Children's Center
255 Revere Drive Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Jennie Marble
JennieMarble@JCFS.org
773-765-3142

Add to Calendar 6/19/2025 2:15:00 PM FREQ=WEEKLY;BYDAY=TH,;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250807T151500 The Club - Group for Teens Join peers at "The Club House" for this fun summer social speech-language group.

We will work together to complete puzzles, games, cooking, sports, and art. Specific activities may include- games: Pirate Pop Up, Trouble, Kerplunk; art- painting, stickers, glitter; sports- football toss.

This therapeutic group is aimed for teens ages 15-19 with intellectual disabilities and is billable to insurance (inquire about private pay). This group will run as a dyad or small peer group on Thursdays from June 19 - August 7. Pre-registration required.

Contact Info
Jennie Marble
JennieMarble@JCFS.org
773-765-3142 Elaine Kersten Childrenand#39;s Center, 255 Revere Drive Suite 200, Northbrook, IL, 60062 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, July 17, 2025 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

30s Happy Hour

Join YLD for a Happy Hour that brings together young adults in their 30s to mix and mingle while enjoying a drink!

Location:
Southport Betty
2856 N Southport Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Contact:
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4539

Add to Calendar 7/17/2025 5:30:00 PM 7/17/2025 7:30:00 PM 30s Happy Hour Join YLD for a Happy Hour that brings together young adults in their 30s to mix and mingle while enjoying a drink!

Contact Info
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4539 Southport Betty, 2856 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL, 60657 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, July 17, 2025 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

RJD Busy Moms: Sound Bath & Meditation

We know how busy life can get. That's why we've created a special series of events, each uniquely designed to help you relax, recharge, and connect with other amazing mothers. Our first meeting features Rachel Gitlevich, renowned for her profound devotion to helping people connect deeply with themselves. Rachel is committed to cultivating community through various workshops and events, and her meditative voice will instantly bring you peace that stirs deep within your soul.

Event Highlights:
• Sound Bath Session: Relax and unwind with healing vibrations for a nervous system reset.
• Meditation: Guided meditation led by Rachel for tranquility and inner peace.
• Herbal Tea and Healthy Treats: Enjoy herbal teas and healthy treats to nourish your body and soul.

Join us for an unforgettable experience that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and connected. This is your time to unwind and embrace the serenity you deserve.

Location:
Lake County JCC
23280 N Old McHenry Rd
Lake Zurich, IL 60047

Contact:
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350

Add to Calendar 7/17/2025 6:30:00 PM 7/17/2025 8:00:00 PM RJD Busy Moms: Sound Bath & Meditation We know how busy life can get. That's why we've created a special series of events, each uniquely designed to help you relax, recharge, and connect with other amazing mothers. Our first meeting features Rachel Gitlevich, renowned for her profound devotion to helping people connect deeply with themselves. Rachel is committed to cultivating community through various workshops and events, and her meditative voice will instantly bring you peace that stirs deep within your soul.

Event Highlights:
• Sound Bath Session: Relax and unwind with healing vibrations for a nervous system reset.
• Meditation: Guided meditation led by Rachel for tranquility and inner peace.
• Herbal Tea and Healthy Treats: Enjoy herbal teas and healthy treats to nourish your body and soul.

Join us for an unforgettable experience that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and connected. This is your time to unwind and embrace the serenity you deserve.

Contact Info
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350 Lake County JCC , 23280 N Old McHenry Rd, Lake Zurich, IL, 60047 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, July 17, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

jBaby & PJ Library| Expectant Parent Dinner| Highwood

Are you expecting a little one soon? Inviting all expecting parents for a fun, casual dinner to get to know other soon to be parents. Participants are responsible for their own dinner. Appetizers are on us!

Location:
Tapas Del Lago
329 Waukegan Ave
Highwood, IL 60040

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 7/17/2025 7:00:00 PM 7/17/2025 9:00:00 PM jBaby & PJ Library| Expectant Parent Dinner| Highwood Are you expecting a little one soon? Inviting all expecting parents for a fun, casual dinner to get to know other soon to be parents. Participants are responsible for their own dinner. Appetizers are on us!

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Tapas Del Lago, 329 Waukegan Ave, Highwood, IL, 60040 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, July 17, 2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reflections in Recovery: What Adoptees Can Teach Us

Adoption carries both connection and loss. For many adoptees, early separation and identity disruption can increase vulnerability to hyper-vigilance, unhealthy coping behaviors, and addiction.
Learn the brain science behind early loss and addiction, strategies for meaningful support, and how to set boundaries that promote healing and trust.
Adoptive parents, adoptees, professionals, and anyone touched by adoption will find value in this impactful session.
This program is generously funded by the Rubens Family Foundation and is open to the community.
Lisa ‘LC’ Coppola, LCPC, LMHC, M.Ed., is a licensed therapist, writer, and educator. She is the founder of Coppola Counseling & Consultation, LLC, and brings lived experience as an adoptee in long-term recovery from addiction. LC specializes in the intersection of adoption and addiction. Her writing has been featured in Severance Magazine, Chicago Story Press, The Fix, and Adoptees Voices. In 2022, she authored Voices Unheard: A Reflective Journal for Adult Adoptees.

Location:
Online
Zoom, IL 60606

Contact:
Andrea Jacobs
AndreaJacobs@JCFS.org
847-745-5425

Add to Calendar 7/17/2025 7:00:00 PM 7/17/2025 8:30:00 PM Reflections in Recovery: What Adoptees Can Teach Us Adoption carries both connection and loss. For many adoptees, early separation and identity disruption can increase vulnerability to hyper-vigilance, unhealthy coping behaviors, and addiction.
Learn the brain science behind early loss and addiction, strategies for meaningful support, and how to set boundaries that promote healing and trust.
Adoptive parents, adoptees, professionals, and anyone touched by adoption will find value in this impactful session.
This program is generously funded by the Rubens Family Foundation and is open to the community.
Lisa ‘LC’ Coppola, LCPC, LMHC, M.Ed., is a licensed therapist, writer, and educator. She is the founder of Coppola Counseling & Consultation, LLC, and brings lived experience as an adoptee in long-term recovery from addiction. LC specializes in the intersection of adoption and addiction. Her writing has been featured in Severance Magazine, Chicago Story Press, The Fix, and Adoptees Voices. In 2022, she authored Voices Unheard: A Reflective Journal for Adult Adoptees.

Contact Info
Andrea Jacobs
AndreaJacobs@JCFS.org
847-745-5425 OnlineZoom, IL, 60606 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, July 17, 2025 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Wicked Movie in the Park

Catch the hit movie Wicked under the stars at an outdoor theater! We’ll bring the popcorn, you bring yourself—and maybe meet some of our favorite cast members on the way to the Emerald City!

Transportation is provided to and from the movie. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Location:
Heritage Park Performance Pavillion
201 Community Blvd
Wheeling, IL 60090

Contact:
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510

Add to Calendar 7/17/2025 7:00:00 PM 7/17/2025 11:30:00 PM Wicked Movie in the Park Catch the hit movie Wicked under the stars at an outdoor theater! We’ll bring the popcorn, you bring yourself—and maybe meet some of our favorite cast members on the way to the Emerald City!

Transportation is provided to and from the movie. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Contact Info
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510 Heritage Park Performance Pavillion, 201 Community Blvd, Wheeling, IL, 60090 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

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Friday, July 18, 2025 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

jBaby|Shalom to Shabbat Baby Play Cafe| City

Roll, wiggle, and giggle your way into the weekend at our cozy Shabbat-themed play café for little ones ages 0–24 months! We’ll enjoy sweet sensory fun like tummy time with a story, baby-friendly sensory bins, and plenty of soft spaces to explore. While the babies play, grown-ups can relax and shmooze over a light nosh. It’s the perfect low-key Friday vibe to start Shabbat with a smile!

Location:
Chicago Public Library- Lincoln Park Branch
1150 W Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60014

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 7/18/2025 11:30:00 AM 7/18/2025 1:00:00 PM jBaby|Shalom to Shabbat Baby Play Cafe| City Roll, wiggle, and giggle your way into the weekend at our cozy Shabbat-themed play café for little ones ages 0–24 months! We’ll enjoy sweet sensory fun like tummy time with a story, baby-friendly sensory bins, and plenty of soft spaces to explore. While the babies play, grown-ups can relax and shmooze over a light nosh. It’s the perfect low-key Friday vibe to start Shabbat with a smile!

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Chicago Public Library- Lincoln Park Branch , 1150 W Fullerton Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60014 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Friday, July 18, 2025 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

RJD Shabbat Under the Stars

Join RJD for an evening in celebration of Shabbat while listening to Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, and Lysenko. Enjoy classical music, new friends, candle lighting, and dining al fresco. This will be a picnic-style/potluck dinner, we encourage you to bring food of your choice to share. We will provide challah and wine.

Location:
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601-6530

Contact:
Sofia Jouravel
rjd@juf.org
312-673-2351

Add to Calendar 7/18/2025 6:30:00 PM 7/18/2025 8:30:00 PM RJD Shabbat Under the Stars Join RJD for an evening in celebration of Shabbat while listening to Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, and Lysenko. Enjoy classical music, new friends, candle lighting, and dining al fresco. This will be a picnic-style/potluck dinner, we encourage you to bring food of your choice to share. We will provide challah and wine.

Contact Info
Sofia Jouravel
rjd@juf.org
312-673-2351 Millennium Park, 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL, 60601-6530 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Saturday, July 19, 2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Saturday, between 6/14/2025 - 8/9/2025)

Dig In! Garden & Grow Together

Led by beloved early childhood teacher and experienced gardener, Liz Zetley, children and caregivers will cultivate a sense of wonder and a love of the natural world in this interactive class for the whole family! Through sensory-rich, hands-on activities around the garden and grounds of the 'Z' Frank Apachi campus, families can connect with one another in nature while exploring how Jewish values come to life all around us. Participants will pick and snack on whatever bounty is ready for harvest each week and are also invited to take produce home. Any surplus harvest will be donated to a local food pantry.

This class is best for families with children 18 - 36 months; older siblings welcome!

No Class on July 5.

Location:
‘Z’ Frank Apachi
3050 Woodridge Lane
Northbrook , IL 60062

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Add to Calendar 6/14/2025 9:00:00 AM FREQ=WEEKLY;BYDAY=SA,;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250809T100000 Dig In! Garden & Grow Together Led by beloved early childhood teacher and experienced gardener, Liz Zetley, children and caregivers will cultivate a sense of wonder and a love of the natural world in this interactive class for the whole family! Through sensory-rich, hands-on activities around the garden and grounds of the 'Z' Frank Apachi campus, families can connect with one another in nature while exploring how Jewish values come to life all around us. Participants will pick and snack on whatever bounty is ready for harvest each week and are also invited to take produce home. Any surplus harvest will be donated to a local food pantry.

This class is best for families with children 18 - 36 months; older siblings welcome!

No Class on July 5.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907 ‘Z’ Frank Apachi, 3050 Woodridge Lane, Northbrook , IL, 60062 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Saturday, July 19, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

jBaby & PJ Library| Playground Playdate and Picnic Summer Series| Oak Park

Grab a picnic lunch, join Oak Park ambassador Talia at a local Oak Park playground, and spend the morning outside playing, shmoozing, and noshing! BYOP, (bring your own picnic) we'll provide a sweet snack!

Next Playground Playdate and Picnic:

August 9th

Location:
Local Oak Park playgrounds
Varies each month
Oak Park , IL 60302

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 7/19/2025 10:00:00 AM 7/19/2025 12:00:00 PM jBaby & PJ Library| Playground Playdate and Picnic Summer Series| Oak Park Grab a picnic lunch, join Oak Park ambassador Talia at a local Oak Park playground, and spend the morning outside playing, shmoozing, and noshing! BYOP, (bring your own picnic) we'll provide a sweet snack!

Next Playground Playdate and Picnic:

August 9th

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Local Oak Park playgrounds , Varies each month , Oak Park , IL, 60302 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, July 20, 2025 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

jBaby and PJ Library | Preserving Traditions: Canning 101 Class | Glenview

As Tevye taught us in Fiddler on the Roof, "TRADITION!" is a hallmark Jewish value. Traditions, passed down from generation to generation, sustain our strong community. Join jBaby and PJ Library parents to master the delicious art (and tradition) of canning/pickling. This hands-on, adult-only class is taught by a jBaby grandma and master canner. We will make a berry sauce and pickled cucumbers for your family. Plus, enjoy brunch treats and meet new friends while honoring the generations that came before us. Registration includes all materials and supplies.

Location:
Cunliff Park Fieldhouse
540 Echo Ln
Glenview, IL 60025

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 7/20/2025 11:00:00 AM 7/20/2025 2:00:00 PM jBaby and PJ Library | Preserving Traditions: Canning 101 Class | Glenview As Tevye taught us in Fiddler on the Roof, "TRADITION!" is a hallmark Jewish value. Traditions, passed down from generation to generation, sustain our strong community. Join jBaby and PJ Library parents to master the delicious art (and tradition) of canning/pickling. This hands-on, adult-only class is taught by a jBaby grandma and master canner. We will make a berry sauce and pickled cucumbers for your family. Plus, enjoy brunch treats and meet new friends while honoring the generations that came before us. Registration includes all materials and supplies.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Cunliff Park Fieldhouse , 540 Echo Ln , Glenview, IL, 60025 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, July 20, 2025 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Book & Author: A Blessing, Not a Burden

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon with Dr. Alex Kor, son of two Holocaust survivors, and co-author Graham Honaker, as they share the deeply moving story behind their acclaimed book, A Blessing, Not a Burden.

This powerful new work chronicles the extraordinary lives of Alex’s parents—Eva Mozes Kor, a well-known Holocaust educator and survivor of Josef Mengele’s experiments at Auschwitz, and Mickey Kor, a fellow survivor who later served in Israel’s 1948 War of Independence. With heart and clarity, the book also explores how their legacy shaped Alex’s life and deepened his own call to remembrance, resilience, and forgiveness.

The program will feature a compelling conversation with Dr. Kor and Mr. Honaker, a reading from the book, and an opportunity to engage directly with the authors in an audience Q&A. A book signing will follow the program.

Dr. Kor is a practicing podiatrist, professor, and board member of CANDLES Holocaust Museum & Education Center. He has visited Auschwitz more than twenty times and helped establish the Eva Kor: From Auschwitz to Indiana exhibit at the Indiana Historical Society. Mr. Honaker is a veteran higher education advancement leader and author of three books centered on leadership, sports, and memory.

This event underscores the power of storytelling to preserve memory, confront hatred, and inspire healing across generations.

Free to the public. Reservations required.

Location:
1850 2nd St
Highland Park, IL 60035

Contact:
Amanda Berman
amanda.berman@ilhmec.org
502-777-1367

Add to Calendar 7/20/2025 2:30:00 PM 7/20/2025 4:30:00 PM Book & Author: A Blessing, Not a Burden Join us for an unforgettable afternoon with Dr. Alex Kor, son of two Holocaust survivors, and co-author Graham Honaker, as they share the deeply moving story behind their acclaimed book, A Blessing, Not a Burden.

This powerful new work chronicles the extraordinary lives of Alex’s parents—Eva Mozes Kor, a well-known Holocaust educator and survivor of Josef Mengele’s experiments at Auschwitz, and Mickey Kor, a fellow survivor who later served in Israel’s 1948 War of Independence. With heart and clarity, the book also explores how their legacy shaped Alex’s life and deepened his own call to remembrance, resilience, and forgiveness.

The program will feature a compelling conversation with Dr. Kor and Mr. Honaker, a reading from the book, and an opportunity to engage directly with the authors in an audience Q&A. A book signing will follow the program.

Dr. Kor is a practicing podiatrist, professor, and board member of CANDLES Holocaust Museum & Education Center. He has visited Auschwitz more than twenty times and helped establish the Eva Kor: From Auschwitz to Indiana exhibit at the Indiana Historical Society. Mr. Honaker is a veteran higher education advancement leader and author of three books centered on leadership, sports, and memory.

This event underscores the power of storytelling to preserve memory, confront hatred, and inspire healing across generations.

Free to the public. Reservations required.

Contact Info
Amanda Berman
amanda.berman@ilhmec.org
502-777-1367 1850 2nd StHighland Park, IL, 60035 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

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Monday, July 21, 2025 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

(Recurring Monthly on the Third Monday of every month between 3/17/2025 - 12/15/2025)

Journey to Build a Family

This virtual drop-in space is for those experiencing challenges building a family. We welcome those experiencing infertility, pregnancy loss, grief, and the sheer exhaustion from it all. No matter where you are in this journey, it’s easier to travel with those who understand.

This group meets on the third Monday of each month. Contact Andrea Jacobs to register.

Location:
Online
Zoom, IL 60606

Contact:
Andrea Jacobs
AndreaJacobs@JCFS.org
847-745-5425

Add to Calendar 3/17/2025 7:30:00 PM FREQ=MONTHLY;BYDAY=;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20251215T203000 Journey to Build a Family This virtual drop-in space is for those experiencing challenges building a family. We welcome those experiencing infertility, pregnancy loss, grief, and the sheer exhaustion from it all. No matter where you are in this journey, it’s easier to travel with those who understand.

This group meets on the third Monday of each month. Contact Andrea Jacobs to register.

Contact Info
Andrea Jacobs
AndreaJacobs@JCFS.org
847-745-5425 OnlineZoom, IL, 60606 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Tuesday, between 6/3/2025 - 8/12/2025)

Summer Lunch Bunch

Come meet new friends! Pack a lunch and play inside our playroom or go outside to the local park. 10am-Noon every Tuesday!

Location:
200 W Dundee Road
Wheeling, IL 60090

Contact:
Lauren Comm
dir-lifelong-learning@shir-hadash.org
847-498-8218

Add to Calendar 6/3/2025 10:00:00 AM FREQ=WEEKLY;BYDAY=TU,;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250812T120000 Summer Lunch Bunch Come meet new friends! Pack a lunch and play inside our playroom or go outside to the local park. 10am-Noon every Tuesday!

Contact Info
Lauren Comm
dir-lifelong-learning@shir-hadash.org
847-498-8218 200 W Dundee RoadWheeling, IL, 60090 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Jewish Women's Circle - Hands-on workshop crafting stylish home decor

Join us at the Women's Circle at Chabad of Naperville for an evening of fun and connection as we craft together modern home decor. The workshop cost is $30 (includes all supplies and light refreshments).
Now more than ever, it is vital for Jewish women to come together - to strengthen our community, to support one another, to laugh, and proudly celebrate our shared heritage. Come as you are - no judgement, no expectations. Do not miss the opportunity to meet incredible Jewish women of Western Suburbs.

Location:

671 Amersale Dr
Naperville, IL 60563

Contact:
Alta Goldstein
alta@chabadnaperville.com
630-386-1848

Add to Calendar 7/22/2025 7:00:00 PM 7/22/2025 9:00:00 PM Jewish Women's Circle - Hands-on workshop crafting stylish home decor Join us at the Women's Circle at Chabad of Naperville for an evening of fun and connection as we craft together modern home decor. The workshop cost is $30 (includes all supplies and light refreshments).
Now more than ever, it is vital for Jewish women to come together - to strengthen our community, to support one another, to laugh, and proudly celebrate our shared heritage. Come as you are - no judgement, no expectations. Do not miss the opportunity to meet incredible Jewish women of Western Suburbs.

Contact Info
Alta Goldstein
alta@chabadnaperville.com
630-386-1848 , 671 Amersale Dr, Naperville, IL, 60563 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

YLD Pride Summer Happy Hour

Join us for YLD Pride for a Summer Happy Hour at Sidetrack. Come mingle with friends, make new connections, and enjoy some drinks on the rooftop!

This event is for young adults ages 22-39. If you are not 22-39 years old, please email YLD@juf.org to learn about opportunities that may be right for you!

Location:
Sidetrack
3349 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60657-6542

Contact:
Izzy Goldman
IzzyGoldman@juf.org
312-357-4553

Add to Calendar 7/23/2025 6:00:00 PM 7/23/2025 8:00:00 PM YLD Pride Summer Happy Hour Join us for YLD Pride for a Summer Happy Hour at Sidetrack. Come mingle with friends, make new connections, and enjoy some drinks on the rooftop!

This event is for young adults ages 22-39. If you are not 22-39 years old, please email YLD@juf.org to learn about opportunities that may be right for you!

Contact Info
Izzy Goldman
IzzyGoldman@juf.org
312-357-4553 Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL, 60657-6542 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, July 24, 2025 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, between 6/19/2025 - 8/7/2025)

The Club - Group for Teens

Location:
Elaine Kersten Children's Center
255 Revere Drive Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Jennie Marble
JennieMarble@JCFS.org
773-765-3142

Thursday, July 24, 2025 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Relax & Radiate

Unwind with lavender scents, soothing face masks and relaxation.

Location:
Keshet GADOL
799 Central Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035

Contact:
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510

Add to Calendar 7/24/2025 4:00:00 PM 7/24/2025 6:00:00 PM Relax & Radiate Unwind with lavender scents, soothing face masks and relaxation.

Contact Info
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510 Keshet GADOL, 799 Central Ave, Highland Park, IL, 60035 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

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Thursday, July 24, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Suburbs Happy Hour

Join us for YLD’s Suburbs Happy Hour! Connect with other young adults over drinks and good conversation in a relaxed indoor/outdoor setting.

Location:
28 Mile
454 Sheridan Rd
Highwood, IL 60040

Contact:
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4539

Add to Calendar 7/24/2025 6:00:00 PM 7/24/2025 8:00:00 PM Suburbs Happy Hour Join us for YLD’s Suburbs Happy Hour! Connect with other young adults over drinks and good conversation in a relaxed indoor/outdoor setting.

Contact Info
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4539 28 Mile, 454 Sheridan Rd, Highwood, IL, 60040 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Saturday, July 26, 2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Saturday, between 6/14/2025 - 8/9/2025)

Dig In! Garden & Grow Together

Location:
‘Z’ Frank Apachi
3050 Woodridge Lane
Northbrook , IL 60062

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Saturday, July 26, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

jBaby & PJ Library | Multigenerational Popsicles in the Park | Buffalo Grove

Bring the whole family and extended family to a multigenerational popsicles in the park playdate! We will provide popsicles and PJ Library books to take home.

Location:
Woodland Park
2500 N Buffalo Grove Rd.
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 7/26/2025 10:30:00 AM 7/26/2025 11:30:00 AM jBaby & PJ Library | Multigenerational Popsicles in the Park | Buffalo Grove Bring the whole family and extended family to a multigenerational popsicles in the park playdate! We will provide popsicles and PJ Library books to take home.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Woodland Park, 2500 N Buffalo Grove Rd. , Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, July 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bagels in the Park | Terminal Park | Skokie

Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Location:
Terminal Park
9401 Kenton Ave (Emerson & Kenton)
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Add to Calendar 7/27/2025 10:00:00 AM 7/27/2025 12:00:00 PM Bagels in the Park | Terminal Park | Skokie Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907 Terminal Park, 9401 Kenton Ave (Emerson andamp; Kenton), Skokie, IL, 60077 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, July 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bagels in the Park | Winnemac Park | Lincoln Square

Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Location:
Winnemac Park
5100 N Leavitt
Chicago, IL 60625

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Add to Calendar 7/27/2025 10:00:00 AM 7/27/2025 12:00:00 PM Bagels in the Park | Winnemac Park | Lincoln Square Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907 Winnemac Park, 5100 N Leavitt, Chicago, IL, 60625 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, July 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bagels in the Park | Women's Park and Gardens | South Loop

Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Location:
Women's Park and Gardens
1801 S Indiana Ave
Chicago, IL 60616

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Add to Calendar 7/27/2025 10:00:00 AM 7/27/2025 12:00:00 PM Bagels in the Park | Women's Park and Gardens | South Loop Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907 Womenand#39;s Park and Gardens, 1801 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL, 60616 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, July 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

PJ Library| Parent-Child Challah Bake|Naperville

Have you been dreaming of making challah for shabbat? Let two friendly local Jewish parents help get you and your kids started! Each parent-child pair will braid and dress their own challah. This gathering is geared toward children 3 and up. While our challot are baking, we'll enjoy snacks and story time. Best of all: we'll nosh together on our challot fresh out of the oven.

Location:
Congreagation Beth Shalom
772 W 5th Ave.
Naperville , IL 60563

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 7/27/2025 10:00:00 AM 7/27/2025 12:00:00 PM PJ Library| Parent-Child Challah Bake|Naperville Have you been dreaming of making challah for shabbat? Let two friendly local Jewish parents help get you and your kids started! Each parent-child pair will braid and dress their own challah. This gathering is geared toward children 3 and up. While our challot are baking, we'll enjoy snacks and story time. Best of all: we'll nosh together on our challot fresh out of the oven.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Congreagation Beth Shalom, 772 W 5th Ave. , Naperville , IL, 60563 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, July 27, 2025 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois hybrid meeting

“The Wandering Jew" and “The Rise and Fall of the Jewish Shtetl” are the titles of two Jewish history lectures by Dick Goldman scheduled for the Sunday, July 27, 2025, Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois hybrid meeting. Dick Goldman, a former vice president of the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies, will be speaking in person at Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook, Illinois, and online via Zoom. Temple Beth-El will open at 12:30 p.m. CDT for sign-in and socializing before the lectures begin at 1 p.m. CDT. Register/RSVP at https://jgsi.org/event-6201036

Location:
Temple Beth-El
3610 Dundee Road
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Martin Fischer
events@jgsi.org
312-666-0100

Add to Calendar 7/27/2025 1:00:00 PM 7/27/2025 4:00:00 PM Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois hybrid meeting “The Wandering Jew" and “The Rise and Fall of the Jewish Shtetl” are the titles of two Jewish history lectures by Dick Goldman scheduled for the Sunday, July 27, 2025, Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois hybrid meeting. Dick Goldman, a former vice president of the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies, will be speaking in person at Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook, Illinois, and online via Zoom. Temple Beth-El will open at 12:30 p.m. CDT for sign-in and socializing before the lectures begin at 1 p.m. CDT. Register/RSVP at https://jgsi.org/event-6201036

Contact Info
Martin Fischer
events@jgsi.org
312-666-0100 Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL, 60062 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, July 27, 2025 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Lake County Fair

Enjoy the animals, bull riding and fair snacks at the Lake County Fair.

Transportation is provided to and from the fair. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Location:
Lake County Fairgrounds
1060 E Peterson Road
Grayslake, IL 60030

Contact:
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510

Add to Calendar 7/27/2025 1:00:00 PM 7/27/2025 5:00:00 PM Lake County Fair Enjoy the animals, bull riding and fair snacks at the Lake County Fair.

Transportation is provided to and from the fair. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Contact Info
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510 Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E Peterson Road, Grayslake, IL, 60030 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Web Page Register Online

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Tuesday, between 6/3/2025 - 8/12/2025)

Summer Lunch Bunch

Come meet new friends! Pack a lunch and play inside our playroom or go outside to the local park. 10am-Noon every Tuesday!

Location:
200 W Dundee Road
Wheeling, IL 60090

Contact:
Lauren Comm
dir-lifelong-learning@shir-hadash.org
847-498-8218

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Cubs vs Brewers Game

Join us for a tailgate and an exciting game with our friends from the Milwaukee JCC as we cheer on the Cubs against the Milwaukee Brewers. Get ready for a fun night of baseball and friends! Bring money to buy food at the ballpark.

Transportation is provided to and from the event. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Location:
American Family Field
1 Brewers Way
Milwaukee, WI 53214

Contact:
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510

Add to Calendar 7/29/2025 4:00:00 PM 7/29/2025 10:00:00 PM Cubs vs Brewers Game Join us for a tailgate and an exciting game with our friends from the Milwaukee JCC as we cheer on the Cubs against the Milwaukee Brewers. Get ready for a fun night of baseball and friends! Bring money to buy food at the ballpark.

Transportation is provided to and from the event. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Contact Info
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510 American Family Field, 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI, 53214 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

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Thursday, July 31, 2025 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, between 6/19/2025 - 8/7/2025)

The Club - Group for Teens

Location:
Elaine Kersten Children's Center
255 Revere Drive Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Jennie Marble
JennieMarble@JCFS.org
773-765-3142

Thursday, July 31, 2025 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Northbrook Days & Ice Cream

Explore downtown Northbrook, grab ice cream at Graeter’s and enjoy a laid-back evening.

Transportation is provided to and from the event. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Location:
Northbrook Days Festival
1401 Shermer Road
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
847-471-8870

Add to Calendar 7/31/2025 4:30:00 PM 7/31/2025 7:00:00 PM Northbrook Days & Ice Cream Explore downtown Northbrook, grab ice cream at Graeter’s and enjoy a laid-back evening.

Transportation is provided to and from the event. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.

Contact Info
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
847-471-8870 Northbrook Days Festival, 1401 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL, 60062 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

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Thursday, July 31, 2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

RJD Excelsior: Short Stories about Lasers, Space, and Self-driving Cars

What does it take to build the future?
To navigate the uncharted legal and business landscapes of world-changing technologies?
Join us for an exclusive evening with Alex Fishkin—a visionary leader who’s helped shape some of today’s most disruptive industries. From guiding legal strategy at Google to launching public companies in space (Momentus), autonomous vehicles (Luminar), and EV infrastructure (FreeWire), Alex brings a rare insider’s view to the frontier of innovation.
With a unique trifecta of expertise—an engineering degree from Stanford, an MBA from Kellogg, and a law degree from Northwestern—Alex will share the real story behind what it takes to lead when the path forward doesn’t exist yet.
This isn’t just another talk. It’s a front-row seat to the mindset that transforms ideas from hacker house scribbles to ringing the bell on the NASDAQ.
Come for the insights, stay for the inspiration—and connect with others who are building what’s next.

RJD's Excelsior Committee provides opportunities to network with like‑minded Russian‑speaking Jewish professionals, learn more about industry‑related Chicago happenings, and join business leaders who come together to make a difference.

Location:
Winnetka Community House
620 Lincoln Ave
Winnetka, IL 60093-2371

Contact:
Sofia Jouravel
rjd@juf.org
312-673-2351

Add to Calendar 7/31/2025 6:00:00 PM 7/31/2025 9:00:00 PM RJD Excelsior: Short Stories about Lasers, Space, and Self-driving Cars What does it take to build the future?
To navigate the uncharted legal and business landscapes of world-changing technologies?
Join us for an exclusive evening with Alex Fishkin—a visionary leader who’s helped shape some of today’s most disruptive industries. From guiding legal strategy at Google to launching public companies in space (Momentus), autonomous vehicles (Luminar), and EV infrastructure (FreeWire), Alex brings a rare insider’s view to the frontier of innovation.
With a unique trifecta of expertise—an engineering degree from Stanford, an MBA from Kellogg, and a law degree from Northwestern—Alex will share the real story behind what it takes to lead when the path forward doesn’t exist yet.
This isn’t just another talk. It’s a front-row seat to the mindset that transforms ideas from hacker house scribbles to ringing the bell on the NASDAQ.
Come for the insights, stay for the inspiration—and connect with others who are building what’s next.

RJD's Excelsior Committee provides opportunities to network with like‑minded Russian‑speaking Jewish professionals, learn more about industry‑related Chicago happenings, and join business leaders who come together to make a difference.

Contact Info
Sofia Jouravel
rjd@juf.org
312-673-2351 Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka, IL, 60093-2371 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

August 2025

Saturday, August 2, 2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Saturday, between 6/14/2025 - 8/9/2025)

Dig In! Garden & Grow Together

Location:
‘Z’ Frank Apachi
3050 Woodridge Lane
Northbrook , IL 60062

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Sunday, August 3, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

PJ Library| Family Volunteering at The Ark| City

Join other PJ Library families for a fun and meaningful morning of volunteering at The Ark! We will learn about different ways to help others in our own community. Please bring canned kosher food items and lightly used PJ Library books to donate and sort together as a group.

Location:
The Ark
6450 N California Ave.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 8/3/2025 10:00:00 AM 8/3/2025 11:30:00 AM PJ Library| Family Volunteering at The Ark| City Join other PJ Library families for a fun and meaningful morning of volunteering at The Ark! We will learn about different ways to help others in our own community. Please bring canned kosher food items and lightly used PJ Library books to donate and sort together as a group.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 The Ark, 6450 N California Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60645 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Monday, August 4, 2025 8:30 AM - Friday, August 8, 2025 3:30 PM

Camp TOV 2025

Camp TOV is a week-long summer volunteer program for rising 8th through 12th graders. It is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on our community across issue areas and the Chicagoland region. Each day we volunteer at two different sites and participants receive about 20 service hours for participating.

Location:
City of Chicago
Chicago, IL 60606

Contact:
Shoshi Shapiro
ShoshiShapiro@juf.org
312-357-4511

Add to Calendar 8/4/2025 8:30:00 AM 8/8/2025 3:30:00 PM Camp TOV 2025 Camp TOV is a week-long summer volunteer program for rising 8th through 12th graders. It is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on our community across issue areas and the Chicagoland region. Each day we volunteer at two different sites and participants receive about 20 service hours for participating.

Contact Info
Shoshi Shapiro
ShoshiShapiro@juf.org
312-357-4511 City of ChicagoChicago, IL, 60606 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

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Tuesday, August 5, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Tuesday, between 6/3/2025 - 8/12/2025)

Summer Lunch Bunch

Come meet new friends! Pack a lunch and play inside our playroom or go outside to the local park. 10am-Noon every Tuesday!

Location:
200 W Dundee Road
Wheeling, IL 60090

Contact:
Lauren Comm
dir-lifelong-learning@shir-hadash.org
847-498-8218

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

YLD Pride Female Identifying Happy Hour

Join us for YLD Pride Happy Hour at Progress Bar. Come mingle with friends, make new connections, and enjoy some drinks! This event is dedicated to individuals who identify as female, offering a space for connection and empowerment!

This event is for young adults ages 22-39. If you are not 22-39 years old, please email YLD@juf.org to learn about opportunities that may be right for you!

Location:
Progress Bar
3359 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60657-2426

Contact:
Izzy Goldman
IzzyGoldman@juf.org
312-357-4553

Add to Calendar 8/6/2025 6:00:00 PM 8/6/2025 8:00:00 PM YLD Pride Female Identifying Happy Hour Join us for YLD Pride Happy Hour at Progress Bar. Come mingle with friends, make new connections, and enjoy some drinks! This event is dedicated to individuals who identify as female, offering a space for connection and empowerment!

This event is for young adults ages 22-39. If you are not 22-39 years old, please email YLD@juf.org to learn about opportunities that may be right for you!

Contact Info
Izzy Goldman
IzzyGoldman@juf.org
312-357-4553 Progress Bar, 3359 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL, 60657-2426 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, August 7, 2025 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, between 6/19/2025 - 8/7/2025)

The Club - Group for Teens

Location:
Elaine Kersten Children's Center
255 Revere Drive Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Jennie Marble
JennieMarble@JCFS.org
773-765-3142

Thursday, August 7, 2025 7:30 PM - 3:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, between 8/7/2025 - 8/23/2025)

Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine

A live theatrical production about a woman who discovers her Ashkenazi heritage and how her ovarian cancer was due to the BRCA gene mutation. Using music, fantasy and a deeply felt emotional journey to tell this story and to highlight the need for genetic testing, especially for Ashkenazi women.

Location:
Berger Park Cultural Center
6205 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660

Contact:
Elayne LeTraunik
artsjudaica@gmail.com
773-724-1554

Add to Calendar 8/7/2025 7:30:00 PM FREQ=WEEKLY;BYDAY=TH,FR,SA,;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250823T150000 Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine A live theatrical production about a woman who discovers her Ashkenazi heritage and how her ovarian cancer was due to the BRCA gene mutation. Using music, fantasy and a deeply felt emotional journey to tell this story and to highlight the need for genetic testing, especially for Ashkenazi women.

Contact Info
Elayne LeTraunik
artsjudaica@gmail.com
773-724-1554 Berger Park Cultural Center, 6205 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL, 60660 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

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Friday, August 8, 2025 5:00 PM - Sunday, August 10, 2025 6:30 PM

jBaby & PJ Library | Splash Pad Shabbat| Northwest Suburbs

Ease into a summer Shabbat as the season winds down. We'll bring in Shabbat together and play at the splash pad and playground. Challah, grape juice, and dessert will be provided. Feel free to bring a picnic dinner for your family!

Location:
Town Center Park
301 Columbia Ln.
Gilberts , IL 60136

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 8/8/2025 5:00:00 PM 8/10/2025 6:30:00 PM jBaby & PJ Library | Splash Pad Shabbat| Northwest Suburbs Ease into a summer Shabbat as the season winds down. We'll bring in Shabbat together and play at the splash pad and playground. Challah, grape juice, and dessert will be provided. Feel free to bring a picnic dinner for your family!

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Town Center Park, 301 Columbia Ln., Gilberts , IL, 60136 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Friday, August 8, 2025 7:30 PM - 3:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, between 8/7/2025 - 8/23/2025)

Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine

Location:
Berger Park Cultural Center
6205 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660

Contact:
Elayne LeTraunik
artsjudaica@gmail.com
773-724-1554

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Saturday, August 9, 2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Saturday, between 6/14/2025 - 8/9/2025)

Dig In! Garden & Grow Together

Location:
‘Z’ Frank Apachi
3050 Woodridge Lane
Northbrook , IL 60062

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Saturday, August 9, 2025 7:30 PM - 3:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, between 8/7/2025 - 8/23/2025)

Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine

Location:
Berger Park Cultural Center
6205 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660

Contact:
Elayne LeTraunik
artsjudaica@gmail.com
773-724-1554

Web Page

Sunday, August 10, 2025 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

jBaby & PJ Library| Tu B'Av: Sweets for your Sweetie| City

Come make some sweets for your sweetie in honor of Tu B’Av (a modern day Jewish/Israeli holiday of love)!

Come make challah and cookies at R&A Sourdough (an amazing local bakery) while making new friends and learning all about baking Jewish and secular treats!

Get a babysitter and bring your partner or leave your partner at home and bring home treats to share!

Cost of the event is $18 per person.

Location:
R&A Sourdough
1938 West Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60640

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 8/10/2025 5:00:00 PM 8/10/2025 6:30:00 PM jBaby & PJ Library| Tu B'Av: Sweets for your Sweetie| City Come make some sweets for your sweetie in honor of Tu B’Av (a modern day Jewish/Israeli holiday of love)!

Come make challah and cookies at R&A Sourdough (an amazing local bakery) while making new friends and learning all about baking Jewish and secular treats!

Get a babysitter and bring your partner or leave your partner at home and bring home treats to share!

Cost of the event is $18 per person.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Randamp;A Sourdough, 1938 West Lawrence Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60640 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Tuesday, between 6/3/2025 - 8/12/2025)

Summer Lunch Bunch

Come meet new friends! Pack a lunch and play inside our playroom or go outside to the local park. 10am-Noon every Tuesday!

Location:
200 W Dundee Road
Wheeling, IL 60090

Contact:
Lauren Comm
dir-lifelong-learning@shir-hadash.org
847-498-8218

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

36 Under 36 Honoree Celebration

Mazel tov on being named a 36 Under 36 honoree for your outstanding community achievements!

You and a plus-one are invited to join the JUF Young Leadership Division and Jewish Chicago for a special award ceremony honoring the 14th Annual Double Chai in the Chi: Chicago's Jewish 36 Under 36 list.

Please list any dietary restrictions in the accommodations section below.

Location:
Twenty-Six Chicago
2 W Erie St
Chicago, IL 60654

Contact:
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4880

Add to Calendar 8/13/2025 6:30:00 PM 8/13/2025 8:30:00 PM 36 Under 36 Honoree Celebration Mazel tov on being named a 36 Under 36 honoree for your outstanding community achievements!

You and a plus-one are invited to join the JUF Young Leadership Division and Jewish Chicago for a special award ceremony honoring the 14th Annual Double Chai in the Chi: Chicago's Jewish 36 Under 36 list.

Please list any dietary restrictions in the accommodations section below.

Contact Info
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4880 Twenty-Six Chicago, 2 W Erie St, Chicago, IL, 60654 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, August 14, 2025 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM

JPN Bagels & Business 8.14.25

Join the JUF Professionals Network for a morning of speed networking! Participants will meet a variety of professionals in a timed and curated setting. Light breakfast provided.

Location:
Jewish United Fund
30 S. Wells St
Chicago, IL 60606

Contact:
Rebekah Hankin
RebekahHankin@juf.org
312-444-2845

Add to Calendar 8/14/2025 8:00:00 AM 8/14/2025 9:30:00 PM JPN Bagels & Business 8.14.25 Join the JUF Professionals Network for a morning of speed networking! Participants will meet a variety of professionals in a timed and curated setting. Light breakfast provided.

Contact Info
Rebekah Hankin
RebekahHankin@juf.org
312-444-2845 Jewish United Fund, 30 S. Wells St, Chicago, IL, 60606 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, August 14, 2025 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

20s Happy Hour

Celebrate summer with a drink at YLD’s 20s happy hour! Join us to mix, mingle, and connect with other 20-somethings in Chicago.

Location:
Parlay
950 W Wrightwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

Contact:
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4539

Add to Calendar 8/14/2025 5:30:00 PM 8/14/2025 7:30:00 PM 20s Happy Hour Celebrate summer with a drink at YLD’s 20s happy hour! Join us to mix, mingle, and connect with other 20-somethings in Chicago.

Contact Info
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4539 Parlay, 950 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL, 60614 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Thursday, August 14, 2025 7:30 PM - 3:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, between 8/7/2025 - 8/23/2025)

Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine

Location:
Berger Park Cultural Center
6205 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660

Contact:
Elayne LeTraunik
artsjudaica@gmail.com
773-724-1554

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Friday, August 15, 2025 7:30 PM - 3:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, between 8/7/2025 - 8/23/2025)

Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine

Location:
Berger Park Cultural Center
6205 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660

Contact:
Elayne LeTraunik
artsjudaica@gmail.com
773-724-1554

Web Page

Saturday, August 16, 2025 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

RJD Women's Book Club: Mamaleh Knows Best by Marjorie Ingall

Immerse yourself in a world of wisdom and inspiration at the RJD Women's Book Club, where we will be discussing Mamaleh Knows Best: What Jewish Mothers Do to Raise Successful, Creative, Empathetic, Independent Children by Marjorie Ingall. This distinguished book, selected as PJ Library’s Parent Book Choice, provides profound insights into the art of parenting.

Marjorie Ingall, a distinguished writer for Tablet Magazine and the New York Times Book Review, brings her expertise in children's literature to our discussion. Her book, Mamaleh Knows Best, is a treasure trove of knowledge!

How to Participate:

• Pick up a print copy: Contact Alina Zatilyviter at AlinaZatilyviter@juf.org.
• Find the book: Available at local libraries and in e-book format on book apps.

Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the wisdom of Jewish parenting and engage in a heartfelt conversation with fellow book enthusiasts. Let’s come together to explore, learn, and grow. We look forward to seeing you there!

Note: The exact location will be chosen closer to the event date in consultation with participants.

Location:
Location to be Determined
North Suburbs of Chicago, IL 00000

Contact:
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350

Add to Calendar 8/16/2025 6:30:00 PM 8/16/2025 9:00:00 PM RJD Women's Book Club: Mamaleh Knows Best by Marjorie Ingall Immerse yourself in a world of wisdom and inspiration at the RJD Women's Book Club, where we will be discussing Mamaleh Knows Best: What Jewish Mothers Do to Raise Successful, Creative, Empathetic, Independent Children by Marjorie Ingall. This distinguished book, selected as PJ Library’s Parent Book Choice, provides profound insights into the art of parenting.

Marjorie Ingall, a distinguished writer for Tablet Magazine and the New York Times Book Review, brings her expertise in children's literature to our discussion. Her book, Mamaleh Knows Best, is a treasure trove of knowledge!

How to Participate:

• Pick up a print copy: Contact Alina Zatilyviter at AlinaZatilyviter@juf.org.
• Find the book: Available at local libraries and in e-book format on book apps.

Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the wisdom of Jewish parenting and engage in a heartfelt conversation with fellow book enthusiasts. Let’s come together to explore, learn, and grow. We look forward to seeing you there!

Note: The exact location will be chosen closer to the event date in consultation with participants.

Contact Info
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350 Location to be DeterminedNorth Suburbs of Chicago, IL, 00000 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Saturday, August 16, 2025 7:30 PM - 3:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, between 8/7/2025 - 8/23/2025)

Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine

Location:
Berger Park Cultural Center
6205 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660

Contact:
Elayne LeTraunik
artsjudaica@gmail.com
773-724-1554

Web Page

Sunday, August 17, 2025 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

jBaby & PJ Library| Brunch and Babies| Jefferson Park

Calling all Jefferson Park families! Join jBaby Ambassadors Shimra (Skokie/Evanston) and Talia (Oak Park) for our second annual Bagels and Babies. We'll bring bagels, cream cheese and coffee. You bring the babies (and older siblings).

Location:
Gladstone Park
5421 N. Menard Ave.
Chicago, IL 60637

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 8/17/2025 9:30:00 AM 8/17/2025 11:30:00 AM jBaby & PJ Library| Brunch and Babies| Jefferson Park Calling all Jefferson Park families! Join jBaby Ambassadors Shimra (Skokie/Evanston) and Talia (Oak Park) for our second annual Bagels and Babies. We'll bring bagels, cream cheese and coffee. You bring the babies (and older siblings).

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Gladstone Park, 5421 N. Menard Ave., Chicago, IL, 60637 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, August 17, 2025 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Best Summer Ever Bash!

Celebrate the end of summer at the first annual Keshet Summer Bash! Enjoy food, yard games and good company for a party you won’t forget!

Location:
Keshet Day School
3210 Dundee Road
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
847-471-8870

Add to Calendar 8/17/2025 12:30:00 PM 8/17/2025 3:30:00 PM Best Summer Ever Bash! Celebrate the end of summer at the first annual Keshet Summer Bash! Enjoy food, yard games and good company for a party you won’t forget!

Contact Info
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
847-471-8870 Keshet Day School, 3210 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL, 60062 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

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Monday, August 18, 2025 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

(Recurring Monthly on the Third Monday of every month between 3/17/2025 - 12/15/2025)

Journey to Build a Family

Location:
Online
Zoom, IL 60606

Contact:
Andrea Jacobs
AndreaJacobs@JCFS.org
847-745-5425

Thursday, August 21, 2025 7:30 PM - 3:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, between 8/7/2025 - 8/23/2025)

Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine

Location:
Berger Park Cultural Center
6205 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660

Contact:
Elayne LeTraunik
artsjudaica@gmail.com
773-724-1554

Web Page

Friday, August 22, 2025 7:30 PM - 3:00 PM

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, between 8/7/2025 - 8/23/2025)

Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine

Location:
Berger Park Cultural Center
6205 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660

Contact:
Elayne LeTraunik
artsjudaica@gmail.com
773-724-1554

Web Page

Saturday, August 23, 2025 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

PJ Library| Parent & Child Yoga| Deerfield

Bring your little yogis to a fun and engaging parent/child yoga class! This class is for children ages 2-6 years old with their grown-ups. We will have 15 minutes to play on the playground before the class starts. Parents will practice yoga alongside their children, and we will serve light snacks at the end.

Location:
Maplewood Park
900 Clay Ct.
Deerfield, IL 60015

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 8/23/2025 4:00:00 PM 8/23/2025 5:00:00 PM PJ Library| Parent & Child Yoga| Deerfield Bring your little yogis to a fun and engaging parent/child yoga class! This class is for children ages 2-6 years old with their grown-ups. We will have 15 minutes to play on the playground before the class starts. Parents will practice yoga alongside their children, and we will serve light snacks at the end.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Maplewood Park, 900 Clay Ct. , Deerfield, IL, 60015 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Saturday, August 23, 2025 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

jBaby & PJ Library | Havdalah Bonfire | Morgan Park

Join jBaby, PJ Library, and Jews of Beverly at the scenic Edna White Community Garden for a bonfire, s'mores, a sing-a-long, and the chance to build your own bouquet. It's going to be a fun night for everyone!

Location:
Edna White Community Garden
1812 W Monterey Ave.
Chicago , IL 60643

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 8/23/2025 4:30:00 PM 8/23/2025 6:00:00 PM jBaby & PJ Library | Havdalah Bonfire | Morgan Park Join jBaby, PJ Library, and Jews of Beverly at the scenic Edna White Community Garden for a bonfire, s'mores, a sing-a-long, and the chance to build your own bouquet. It's going to be a fun night for everyone!

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Edna White Community Garden, 1812 W Monterey Ave. , Chicago , IL, 60643 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, August 24, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bagels in the Park | Lindberg | Oak Park

Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Location:
Lindberg Park
1150 N Marion Street
Oak Park , IL 60302

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Add to Calendar 8/24/2025 10:00:00 AM 8/24/2025 12:00:00 PM Bagels in the Park | Lindberg | Oak Park Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905 Lindberg Park , 1150 N Marion Street, Oak Park , IL, 60302 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, August 24, 2025 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Bagels in the Park | Margaret Donahue Park | Lakeview

oin jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series! Please note, Margaret Donahue Park has a fun splash pad, so feel free to bring a change of clothes, towel, or bathing suit for your little one!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Location:
Margaret Donahue Park
1230 W School Street
Chicago, IL 60657

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Add to Calendar 8/24/2025 10:00:00 AM 8/24/2025 2:00:00 PM Bagels in the Park | Margaret Donahue Park | Lakeview oin jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series! Please note, Margaret Donahue Park has a fun splash pad, so feel free to bring a change of clothes, towel, or bathing suit for your little one!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907 Margaret Donahue Park, 1230 W School Street, Chicago, IL, 60657 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, August 24, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bagels in the Park | Maryknoll Park | Glen Ellyn

Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Location:
Maryknoll Park
845 Pershing Ave
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Add to Calendar 8/24/2025 10:00:00 AM 8/24/2025 12:00:00 PM Bagels in the Park | Maryknoll Park | Glen Ellyn Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907 Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, August 24, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bagels in the Park | Wood Oaks | Northbrook

Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Location:
Wood Oaks Park
1198 Sanders Road
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Add to Calendar 8/24/2025 10:00:00 AM 8/24/2025 12:00:00 PM Bagels in the Park | Wood Oaks | Northbrook Join jBaby Chicago to schmooze, play and eat delicious bagels at our annual Bagels in the Park series!

This is a free event, but please register so we have accurate bagel numbers.

Contact Info
jBaby Chicago
jBabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907 Wood Oaks Park, 1198 Sanders Road, Northbrook, IL, 60062 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, August 24, 2025 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Camp BJE/Camp Sura Reunion

Camp BJE/Camp Sura was a Jewish camp run by the College of Jewish Studies in the 1960's in Buchanan, Michigan. We are holding the first reunion ever for all campers, counselors, and AA's who attended from 1963 - 1969. All are welcome.

Location:
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria 85 S. Buffalo Grove Road
Buffalo Grove , IL 60089

Contact:
Mira Temkin
miratemkin@gmail.com
847-767-7229

Add to Calendar 8/24/2025 4:00:00 PM 8/24/2025 6:00:00 PM Camp BJE/Camp Sura Reunion Camp BJE/Camp Sura was a Jewish camp run by the College of Jewish Studies in the 1960's in Buchanan, Michigan. We are holding the first reunion ever for all campers, counselors, and AA's who attended from 1963 - 1969. All are welcome.

Contact Info
Mira Temkin
miratemkin@gmail.com
847-767-7229 Lou Malnatiand#39;s Pizzeria 85 S. Buffalo Grove RoadBuffalo Grove , IL, 60089 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

WYLD 2025

Presenting WYLD: YLD’s most epic summer party! Enjoy a night out while celebrating the honorees of the 2025 Double Chai in the Chi: Jewish 36 Under 36 list. Cost includes entry and two drink tickets.

Location:
Moe's Cantina - Wrigleyville
3518 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60657-1612

Contact:
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4880

Add to Calendar 8/27/2025 7:00:00 PM 8/27/2025 10:00:00 PM WYLD 2025 Presenting WYLD: YLD’s most epic summer party! Enjoy a night out while celebrating the honorees of the 2025 Double Chai in the Chi: Jewish 36 Under 36 list. Cost includes entry and two drink tickets.

Contact Info
Nicole Kovitz
NicoleKovitz@juf.org
312-357-4880 Moeand#39;s Cantina - Wrigleyville, 3518 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, 60657-1612 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

September 2025

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

2025 USHMM Chicago Luncheon

Annual fundraiser

Location:
Sheraton Grand Chicago
Chicago, IL 60611

Contact:
Elana Stern
estern@ushmm.org
312-905-5459

Add to Calendar 9/3/2025 12:00:00 PM 9/3/2025 1:30:00 PM 2025 USHMM Chicago Luncheon Annual fundraiser

Contact Info
Elana Stern
estern@ushmm.org
312-905-5459 Sheraton Grand ChicagoChicago, IL, 60611 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Friday, September 5, 2025 4:30 PM - Sunday, September 7, 2025 12:00 PM

11th Annual RJD Family Retreat

Join us for an enriching weekend retreat tailored for Russian-speaking Jewish families! This unique experience brings together families with roots in the Soviet Union, providing an opportunity to celebrate Shabbat authentically while fostering connections, learning, and making memories. Enjoy cozy campfires, get creative with arts and crafts, participate in family workshops, play sports, and more!

Our comfortable rooms come with private baths, and all meals are included. This experience is perfect for families with children aged 10 and under, and we warmly welcome older siblings and grandparents too.

Retreat pricing:
Early bird (until July 29):
$225/adult, $105/kid 2+
Regular pricing:
$250/adult, $115/kid 2+

Location:
OSRUI, a URJ Camp
600 Lac La Belle Dr
Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Contact:
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350

Add to Calendar 9/5/2025 4:30:00 PM 9/7/2025 12:00:00 PM 11th Annual RJD Family Retreat Join us for an enriching weekend retreat tailored for Russian-speaking Jewish families! This unique experience brings together families with roots in the Soviet Union, providing an opportunity to celebrate Shabbat authentically while fostering connections, learning, and making memories. Enjoy cozy campfires, get creative with arts and crafts, participate in family workshops, play sports, and more!

Our comfortable rooms come with private baths, and all meals are included. This experience is perfect for families with children aged 10 and under, and we warmly welcome older siblings and grandparents too.

Retreat pricing:
Early bird (until July 29):
$225/adult, $105/kid 2+
Regular pricing:
$250/adult, $115/kid 2+

Contact Info
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350 OSRUI, a URJ Camp, 600 Lac La Belle Dr, Oconomowoc, WI, 53066 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

JPN Professional Women's Network Dine-Around

You're invited to the JPN Professional Women’s Network's third annual Dine-Around! The JUF Professionals Network will assign you to a dine-around home based on your preferred location and industry. Join us for a night of meeting new people and networking!

Location:
Multiple Locations
Chicago, IL 60606

Contact:
Rebekah Hankin
rebekahlackner@juf.org
312-444-2845

Add to Calendar 9/9/2025 6:30:00 PM 9/9/2025 8:30:00 PM JPN Professional Women's Network Dine-Around You're invited to the JPN Professional Women’s Network's third annual Dine-Around! The JUF Professionals Network will assign you to a dine-around home based on your preferred location and industry. Join us for a night of meeting new people and networking!

Contact Info
Rebekah Hankin
rebekahlackner@juf.org
312-444-2845 Multiple LocationsChicago, IL, 60606 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics Annual Awareness Event 2025

“A Story about Pursuing the Past for a Better Future”

Featuring Susan Weiss Liebman, author of “The Dressmaker's Mirror: Sudden Death, Genetics, and a Jewish Family's Secret”. Susan spent years unearthing the genetic mutation secretly lurking in her family’s DNA after the sudden death of her niece. She will share her journey that turned into one of discovery and empowerment.

Lisa Marie Castillo, Genetic Counselor and Associate Professor of Medicine and Cardiology at Northwestern, will speak about her role in discovering this deadly gene mutation and the importance of genetic screening to save families from further loss.

6 p.m. Doors Open | 7 p.m. Program

Tickets: $36 | Includes Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres & Drinks
Tickets with Book: $54 | Includes a signed copy of “The Dressmaker’s Mirror”

Location:
DoubleTree Hotel Chicago - North Shore

Contact:
Eve Kleinerman
evekleinerman@juf.org
312-444-2804

Add to Calendar 9/10/2025 6:00:00 PM 9/10/2025 8:00:00 PM Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics Annual Awareness Event 2025 “A Story about Pursuing the Past for a Better Future”

Featuring Susan Weiss Liebman, author of “The Dressmaker's Mirror: Sudden Death, Genetics, and a Jewish Family's Secret”. Susan spent years unearthing the genetic mutation secretly lurking in her family’s DNA after the sudden death of her niece. She will share her journey that turned into one of discovery and empowerment.

Lisa Marie Castillo, Genetic Counselor and Associate Professor of Medicine and Cardiology at Northwestern, will speak about her role in discovering this deadly gene mutation and the importance of genetic screening to save families from further loss.

6 p.m. Doors Open | 7 p.m. Program

Tickets: $36 | Includes Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres & Drinks
Tickets with Book: $54 | Includes a signed copy of “The Dressmaker’s Mirror”

Contact Info
Eve Kleinerman
evekleinerman@juf.org
312-444-2804 DoubleTree Hotel Chicago - North Shore America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Sunday, September 14, 2025 5:15 PM - 8:45 PM

Israel ParaSport Center's 65th Anniversary Celebration: An Evening with Jonah Platt

Join the Israel ParaSport Center as it celebrates 65 years of empowering life without limits with a special anniversary celebration featuring Jonah Platt – acclaimed performer, writer, Israel advocate, and host of the popular podcast Being Jewish.

The evening will include a strolling dinner and cocktail hour, and select sponsors will also have the opportunity to meet Jonah in person at an exclusive VIP reception beforehand.

September 14th at the Bryn Mawr Country Club.

Location:
Bryn Mawr Country Club
6600 N. Crawford Ave
Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Contact:
David Gutbezahl
david.gutbezahl@israelparasport.org
856-484-1211

Add to Calendar 9/14/2025 5:15:00 PM 9/14/2025 8:45:00 PM Israel ParaSport Center's 65th Anniversary Celebration: An Evening with Jonah Platt Join the Israel ParaSport Center as it celebrates 65 years of empowering life without limits with a special anniversary celebration featuring Jonah Platt – acclaimed performer, writer, Israel advocate, and host of the popular podcast Being Jewish.

The evening will include a strolling dinner and cocktail hour, and select sponsors will also have the opportunity to meet Jonah in person at an exclusive VIP reception beforehand.

September 14th at the Bryn Mawr Country Club.

Contact Info
David Gutbezahl
david.gutbezahl@israelparasport.org
856-484-1211 Bryn Mawr Country Club, 6600 N. Crawford Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712 America/Chicago aJDQHnqeczhbrdMxAmSw50667

Web Page

Monday, September 15, 2025 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

(Recurring Monthly on the Third Monday of every month between 3/17/2025 - 12/15/2025)

Journey to Build a Family

Location:
Online
Zoom, IL 60606

Contact:
Andrea Jacobs
AndreaJacobs@JCFS.org
847-745-5425

October 2025

Monday, October 20, 2025 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

(Recurring Monthly on the Third Monday of every month between 3/17/2025 - 12/15/2025)

Journey to Build a Family

Location:
Online
Zoom, IL 60606

Contact:
Andrea Jacobs
AndreaJacobs@JCFS.org
847-745-5425

November 2025

Monday, November 17, 2025 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

(Recurring Monthly on the Third Monday of every month between 3/17/2025 - 12/15/2025)

Journey to Build a Family

Location:
Online
Zoom, IL 60606

Contact:
Andrea Jacobs
AndreaJacobs@JCFS.org
847-745-5425

December 2025

Monday, December 15, 2025 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

(Recurring Monthly on the Third Monday of every month between 3/17/2025 - 12/15/2025)

Journey to Build a Family

Location:
Online
Zoom, IL 60606

Contact:
Andrea Jacobs
AndreaJacobs@JCFS.org
847-745-5425