Our Calendar
Welcome to the JRC Calendar!
Our progressive Reconstructionist Jewish congregation is busy with lots of exciting events. Use the arrows in the green bar at the top to navigate from month to month, or click on the name of the current month to navigate to any other month or year. Come experience what daring, deeply rooted Judaism is all about!
Calendar of Events
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New Testament from a Jewish Perspective: a Study Group
New Testament from a Jewish Perspective: a Study Group
Interested in reading the New Testament from a Jewish perspective? Join the member-led study group that meets weekly on Zoom, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. to learn together, both through reading the […]
2 events,
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/540635846 Meeting ID: 540 635 846 […]
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2 events,
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or […]
No Choir Rehearsal 8/1/24
No Choir Rehearsal 8/1/24
JRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of […]
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JRC’s Lakefront Shabbat, Led by JRC Member, Joel Gratch
JRC’s Lakefront Shabbat, Led by JRC Member, Joel Gratch
6pm Picnic | 7pm Service Lakefront Shabbat is the way JRC celebrates summer! Join us each Friday night for a musical, communal Shabbat in nature. Bring your friends and family, […]
2 events,
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
Join the JRC Minyan through the Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:00am this Saturday at JRC and via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of […]
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
Join the JRC Minyan through the Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:00am this Saturday at JRC and via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of […]
1 event,
Rosh Hodesh Av Celebration
Rosh Hodesh Av Celebration
Rosh Chodesh, translated as the “head of the month”, is a time to mark the start of a new month in the Jewish calendar. Historically, it is a minor holiday […]
1 event,
New Testament from a Jewish Perspective: a Study Group
New Testament from a Jewish Perspective: a Study Group
Interested in reading the New Testament from a Jewish perspective? Join the member-led study group that meets weekly on Zoom, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. to learn together, both through reading the […]
2 events,
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/540635846 Meeting ID: 540 635 846 […]
0 events,
2 events,
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or […]
No Choir Rehearsal 8/8/24
No Choir Rehearsal 8/8/24
JRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of […]
1 event,
JRC’s Lakefront Shabbat at Noah’s Playground Led by Cantor Howard Friedland With Musical Accompanist, Anne Wildman, and Guest D’var Giver, Susan Stone
JRC’s Lakefront Shabbat at Noah’s Playground Led by Cantor Howard Friedland With Musical Accompanist, Anne Wildman, and Guest D’var Giver, Susan Stone
6pm Picnic | 7pm Service Please note tonight's different location: Noah's Playground. Noah's Playground for Everyone is a fully accessible space where anyone can learn and play regardless of abilities, […]
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JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan at JRC
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan at JRC
Join the JRC Minyan through the Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:00am this Saturday at JRC and via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of […]
0 events,
3 events,
No New Testament Study Group Tonight for Tisha b’Av
No New Testament Study Group Tonight for Tisha b’Av
There will be no New Testament Study Group this evening as we observe the Tisha b'Av holiday. This group will rejoin next Monday. Interested in reading the New Testament from […]
Tisha b’Av Discussion & Candlelight Service: Home & Exile
Tisha b’Av Discussion & Candlelight Service: Home & Exile
Home & Exile, a Tisha b'Av Discussion and Service Monday, August 12 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tisha b'Av Discussion 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Candlelight Service JRC Small Sanctuary* […]
3 events,
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/540635846 Meeting ID: 540 635 846 […]
0 events,
2 events,
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or […]
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
JRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of […]
2 events,
Lakefront Tot Shabbat
Lakefront Tot Shabbat
Young children and their grownups can welcome Shabbat with Cantor Howard Friedland and Lauren Reeves this summer! This musical, casual, fun service is just the right size for children 5 […]
JRC’s Lakefront Shabbat Led by Cantor Howard Friedland, Nathan Adams, and Betsy Fuchs
JRC’s Lakefront Shabbat Led by Cantor Howard Friedland, Nathan Adams, and Betsy Fuchs
6pm Picnic | 7pm Service Lakefront Shabbat is the way JRC celebrates summer! Join us each Friday night for a musical, communal Shabbat in nature. Bring your friends and family, […]
3 events,
Adult-Tot Playgroup
Adult-Tot Playgroup
Casual summer fun at JRC! Come on over to play with our fun toys, interact with other young children, and be part of our special community on Shabbat. This warm, […]
Shabbat Meditation Program
Shabbat Meditation Program
All are welcome to our Shabbat Meditation program – a time for us to come together in community to explore how meditation can help us rest deeply, listen fully to […]
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyam
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyam
Join the JRC Minyan through the Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:00am this Saturday at JRC and via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of […]
1 event,
JRC Campus Affiliates Group
JRC Campus Affiliates Group
JRC Campus Affiliates Group Do you work on, or are you retired from a college campus in any capacity? A group of faculty, administrators, graduate students, and others, are meeting […]
1 event,
New Testament from a Jewish Perspective: a Study Group
New Testament from a Jewish Perspective: a Study Group
Interested in reading the New Testament from a Jewish perspective? Join the member-led study group that meets weekly on Zoom, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. to learn together, both through reading the […]
2 events,
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/540635846 Meeting ID: 540 635 846 […]
0 events,
2 events,
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or […]
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
JRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of […]
1 event,
JRC’s Lakefront Shabbat Led by Cantor Howard Friedland and Guest D’var Giver, David Tabak
JRC’s Lakefront Shabbat Led by Cantor Howard Friedland and Guest D’var Giver, David Tabak
6pm Picnic | 7pm Service Lakefront Shabbat is the way JRC celebrates summer! Join us each Friday night for a musical, communal Shabbat in nature. Bring your friends and family, […]
1 event,
JRC Lay-Led Minyan Via Zoom
JRC Lay-Led Minyan Via Zoom
Join the JRC Minyan through the Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:30am this Saturday via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of the Kaddish. Shabbat […]
0 events,
1 event,
New Testament from a Jewish Perspective: a Study Group
New Testament from a Jewish Perspective: a Study Group
Interested in reading the New Testament from a Jewish perspective? Join the member-led study group that meets weekly on Zoom, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. to learn together, both through reading the […]
2 events,
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/540635846 Meeting ID: 540 635 846 […]
0 events,
2 events,
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or […]
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
JRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of […]
1 event,
Shabbat at Home – No Lakefront Shabbat
Shabbat at Home – No Lakefront Shabbat
With Labor Day Weekend, JRC will not be meeting at the Lakefront this Shabbat. We wish you a peaceful and fulfilling Shabbat at home. Join us at the Lake next […]
1 event,
JRC Lay-Led Minyan Via Zoom
JRC Lay-Led Minyan Via Zoom
Join the JRC Minyan through the Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:30am this Saturday via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of the Kaddish. Shabbat […]
Welcome to the JRC Calendar!
If you’re viewing this on a mobile device, you’ll see the next twelve events hosted by our vibrant, progressive Reconstructionist Jewish congregation. Use the arrows at the end of the list to see more upcoming events. Come experience what daring, deeply rooted Judaism is all about!
Mahjong
Not at JRCBeginners and experienced players welcome! Please bring a 2024 card if you have one. Location and day of the week will flex during the summer. If you plan to attend […]
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
ZoomDive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or […]
Choir Rehearsal
JRC Main Sanctuary 303 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL, United StatesJRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of […]
Lakefront Tot Shabbat
Elliot Park 1051 Lakeshore Blvd, Evanston, IL, United StatesYoung children and their grownups can welcome Shabbat with Cantor Howard Friedland and Lauren Reeves this summer! This musical, casual, fun service is just the right size for children 5 […]
JRC’s Lakefront Shabbat Led by Cantor Howard Friedland, Nathan Adams, and Betsy Fuchs
Elliot Park 1051 Lakeshore Blvd, Evanston, IL, United States6pm Picnic | 7pm Service Lakefront Shabbat is the way JRC celebrates summer! Join us each Friday night for a musical, communal Shabbat in nature. Bring your friends and family, […]
Adult-Tot Playgroup
JRC Early Childhood Center 303 Dodge St., Evanston, IL, United StatesCasual summer fun at JRC! Come on over to play with our fun toys, interact with other young children, and be part of our special community on Shabbat. This warm, […]
Shabbat Meditation Program
JRC Small Sanctuary 303 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL, United StatesAll are welcome to our Shabbat Meditation program – a time for us to come together in community to explore how meditation can help us rest deeply, listen fully to […]
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyam
JRC Small Sanctuary 303 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL, United StatesJoin the JRC Minyan through the Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:00am this Saturday at JRC and via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of […]
JRC Campus Affiliates Group
JRC Small Sanctuary 303 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL, United StatesJRC Campus Affiliates Group Do you work on, or are you retired from a college campus in any capacity? A group of faculty, administrators, graduate students, and others, are meeting […]
New Testament from a Jewish Perspective: a Study Group
Interested in reading the New Testament from a Jewish perspective? Join the member-led study group that meets weekly on Zoom, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. to learn together, both through reading the […]
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
ZoomJoin us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/540635846 Meeting ID: 540 635 846 […]