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 where women would refrain from work. Each month we gather to explore a variety of relevant topics in a creative and thought-provoking celebration. All adult […]
This workshop will be rescheduled for a future date. In this workshop, we will read, reflect on and write poetry. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to read, discuss and write. As a palliative care physician at Northwestern and the VA who uses poetry with colleagues and with patients, Josh Hauser will also share […]
Interfaith Action of Evanston cordially invites you to its Annual Fundraising Dinner honoring Vision Keepers from our community. Proceeds from the Vision Keepers Dinner support Interfaith Action’s programs: winter overnight shelter and warming center, Hospitality Center for the Homeless, and local soup kitchens. To register or for questions, contact Olga Ricketts-Peart at oricketts@att.net.
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
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://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Our Building, Our Story: An Evening with Ross Barney Architects Celebrating 18 Years in JRC’s LEED Platinum Building Join us for a special evening with Carol Ross Barney and Ross Barney Architects, the visionary team behind the design of our synagogue. They will share the inspirations, congregational goals, and design process that led to the […]
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
Our Building, Our Story: An Evening with Ross Barney Architects Celebrating 18 Years in JRC’s LEED Platinum Building Join us for a special evening with Carol Ross Barney and Ross Barney Architects, the visionary team behind the design of our synagogue. They will share the inspirations, congregational goals, and design process that led to the […]
Join member Marsha Richman for chair yoga on Wednesdays mornings at JRC! We’ll work on flexibility, range of motion and balance in a 45-60 minute class. No prior experience is necessary but a commitment to coming weekly is encouraged for maximum benefit. This is a gentle class targeted at mature adults. Everyone can benefit from […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
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 a JRC Lay Leader each week. Sign up to lead Torah study here. *NEW LINK* Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89789773296?pwd=Q2oxMDRpazVGZXA0T0xteHE1c3BnUT09 Meeting ID: 897 8977 3296 Passcode: 405397 […]
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 JRC member, Danny Wallenberg. Anyone who enjoys singing can join! Contact Danny at choir@jrctogether.org. More information about JRC's choirs can be found on our website.
Shabbat is here! Exhale the busy week and breathe Shabbat in deeply with our joyous, reflective and communal Kabbalat Shabbat service. Whether you join us in our JRC Sanctuary or via Zoom, we look forward to welcoming each other into sacred community. Tonight's service is led by Brad Moldofsky and Joel Gratch, and Marla Baker will give […]
Junior choir is a fun, laid back, musical opportunity for 2nd-6th graders to be musical at Kehillah and JRC! Join choir leader Danny Wallenberg Saturday mornings, 9:00-9:30 am, before Kehillah. Performances will take place at special JRC events throughout the year.
Join Kehillah learners and families for their monthly Chodesh Shabbat on November 1st from 9:30-12pm. This day is for you if you're interested in learning about Camp Havaya, the Reconstructionist Camp, and learning about social justice and action in this moment of ICE and elimination of SNAP benefits. While these programs are geared toward families […]
Kehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart's content. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with […]
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 the Kaddish. Please join us afterwards for a potluck oneg luncheon. Shabbat Vehagim The Zoom link for this service can be found in JRC’s weekly […]
Join Kehillah learners and families for their monthly Chodesh Shabbat on November 1st from 9:30-12pm. This day is for you if you’re interested in learning about Camp Havaya, the Reconstructionist Camp, and learning about social justice and action in this moment of ICE and elimination of SNAP benefits. While these programs are geared toward families with children, […]
WHERE to Age? A New Discussion Group at JRC! You are invited to join an informal group gathering at JRC once a month to share and learn from each other about the WHERE of aging. Today's group will be meeting from 9:30-11am in the JRC Social Hall. Bring a munchie if you feel inspired, JRC will […]
Join JRC's Israel-Palestine Working Group and Reconstructionist Rabbi Steve Burnstein, the spiritual leader at Kehilat Birkat Shalom at Kibbutz Gezer. Rabbi Burnstein will discuss the impact of the atrocities of October 7th on Kehilat Birkat Shalom, including the kidnapping of congregation treasurer Lee Siegel’s brother and sister-in-law, and the impact of having more than 40 […]
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
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://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
Join member Marsha Richman for chair yoga on Wednesdays mornings at JRC! We’ll work on flexibility, range of motion and balance in a 45-60 minute class. No prior experience is necessary but a commitment to coming weekly is encouraged for maximum benefit. This is a gentle class targeted at mature adults. Everyone can benefit from […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
Gather with those at JRC who identify as "Jews by Choice" to share conversation and experiences. Whether you have converted to Judaism or are “Jew-Adjacent," we welcome your perspective. Let us know you're coming and RSVP here. Questions? Email Gwenan Wilbur at myshkin3@gmail.com.
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 a JRC Lay Leader each week. Sign up to lead Torah study here. *NEW LINK* Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89789773296?pwd=Q2oxMDRpazVGZXA0T0xteHE1c3BnUT09 Meeting ID: 897 8977 3296 Passcode: 405397 […]
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 JRC member, Danny Wallenberg. Anyone who enjoys singing can join! Contact Danny at choir@jrctogether.org. More information about JRC's choirs can be found on our website.
Shabbat Shalom! In times of celebration and challenge, Judaism calls us to come together each week. Sing, reflect, learn and engage with your JRC community either in our JRC sanctuary or over zoom. Our services are regularly led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss and many members of JRC. Come for services, stay for an oneg – […]
Junior choir is a fun, laid back, musical opportunity for 2nd-6th graders to be musical at Kehillah and JRC! Join choir leader Danny Wallenberg Saturday mornings, 9:00-9:30 am, before Kehillah. Performances will take place at special JRC events throughout the year.
While learners are in Kehillah classes, come relax and connect with other grown-ups over coffee, tea, and light conversation. Whether you’re in the mood to chat about everyday life or dive into something more meaningful, this is a welcoming space to build relationships. Drop in anytime—no agenda, just community.
Kehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart's content. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with […]
Kehillah, JRC’s religious school, supports learners of all ages & abilities in cultivating joy & resilience by teaching sacred practices & values. Our Shabbat-based program is infused with joy, allowing us to experience Shabbat together as a multi-generational community, while our Kehillah learners engage in a project-based curriculum. Typical Schedule: Pre-K – 6th Grades 9:30am […]
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 our deepest self, and connect to our spiritual dimension. There is a great history of meditation and contemplation in the Jewish mystical tradition and Kabbalah. […]
Drop-in and jam with us during Kehillah! Bring your voice, an instrument, a song idea—or just come to listen and vibe. No musical experience needed, just a love of music and community.
The entire JRC community is invited to join Jacob Hawley and his family as he is called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah. This Shabbat morning service will be led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss and Joel Gratch in the JRC sanctuary. Click here for our Shabbat Morning B’nai Mitzvah Prayerbook. Join us in-person at JRC or on Zoom. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83512847287?pwd=zwq9cIn7XxsZalxtThqKDGrxydZAMY.1 Meeting ID: […]
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 Vehagim The Zoom link for this service can be found in JRC’s weekly e-newsletter. If you would like us to email you a link, please […]
Join the engaging conversation with your JRC community. JRC’s Book Group meets on the second Sunday of every month, this month meeting on Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87473313622?pwd=SVQncWetRmj4VkPBAmUVl4w4wPO1cx.1 Meeting ID: 874 7331 3622 Passcode: 937955 This month's book is Speaking Yiddish to Chickens by Seth Stern. Most of the roughly 140,000 Holocaust survivors who came to […]
Come craft with fellow JRCers at the Chicago home of Bonnie Nolan. Bring your own project or get inspiration and… chat! All ages welcome. Tea and cookies will be served. Please RSVP via email to Hannah Shearn, hannahvshearn@gmail.com, for address.
Join us to celebrate two JRC authors & their new book releases: Julia Fine's Honeymoon Stage: A Novel (written as Margaux Eliot) Brimming with wit and romance, this twisty trip back to the early 2000s follows as a former production assistant’s upcoming marriage descends into the confusion, chaos, and karmic consequences of reality TV. Erica Stern's Frontier: A […]
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
JRC member Daniel Greene joins award-winning historian Pamela S. Nadell joins Northwestern University’s Hillel for a conversation about her timely and compelling new book Antisemitism, an American Tradition . Nadell explores the deep roots of antisemitism in the U.S.—from colonial times to the present—and the powerful ways in which Jewish communities have resisted hatred and bigotry. […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
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://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
Over the past 10 months, LGBTQ+ rights have been under attack. The Supreme Court could rule on a case that seeks to overturn Marriage Equality. And will rule on a ban on conversion therapy. There has been a flurry of Executive Orders, which started on inauguration day with the declaration that the federal government would […]
Join member Marsha Richman for chair yoga on Wednesdays mornings at JRC! We’ll work on flexibility, range of motion and balance in a 45-60 minute class. No prior experience is necessary but a commitment to coming weekly is encouraged for maximum benefit. This is a gentle class targeted at mature adults. Everyone can benefit from […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
Drop-in and jam with us! Bring your voice, an instrument, a song idea—or just come to listen and vibe. No musical experience needed, just a love of music and community. Questions? Email Brad Moldofsky.
If you would like to observe a Board meeting, please contact the President at president@jrctogether.org at least three business days before the meeting.
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 a JRC Lay Leader each week. Sign up to lead Torah study here. *NEW LINK* Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89789773296?pwd=Q2oxMDRpazVGZXA0T0xteHE1c3BnUT09 Meeting ID: 897 8977 3296 Passcode: 405397 […]
JRC's Racial Equity Task Force meets generally on the second Thursday of the month. For more information, email RETF@jrctogether.org. The Jewish value of tikkun olam, or “repair of the world,” is central to the Racial Equity Task Force’s (RETF) commitment to working for a more racially just and equitable world. We believe tikkun olam is […]
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 JRC member, Danny Wallenberg. Anyone who enjoys singing can join! Contact Danny at choir@jrctogether.org. More information about JRC's choirs can be found on our website.
Join JRC's Pop-Up Jam Band for a family-friendly Shabbat filled with food, music, singing and community! We'll gather round the tables for a potluck meal, casual shabbat singing and music, and story telling, (and this week even a science experiment!) as we let the ruach – joyful spirit – of Shabbat refill our hearts. Join […]
Drop off clothes before our Clothing Swap on Sunday, December 6! Pre-Event Kids Clothing Donations Donate baby and kids clothes up to size 12 that your family no longer needs. Please wash the clothes first, and do not donate any stained or torn clothing. If the item has multiple pieces, please find a way to […]
Junior choir is a fun, laid back, musical opportunity for 2nd-6th graders to be musical at Kehillah and JRC! Join choir leader Danny Wallenberg Saturday mornings, 9:00-9:30 am, before Kehillah. Performances will take place at special JRC events throughout the year.
While learners are in Kehillah classes, come relax and connect with other grown-ups over coffee, tea, and light conversation. Whether you’re in the mood to chat about everyday life or dive into something more meaningful, this is a welcoming space to build relationships. Drop in anytime—no agenda, just community.
Kehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart's content. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with […]
Kehillah, JRC’s religious school, supports learners of all ages & abilities in cultivating joy & resilience by teaching sacred practices & values. Our Shabbat-based program is infused with joy, allowing us to experience Shabbat together as a multi-generational community, while our Kehillah learners engage in a project-based curriculum. Typical Schedule: Pre-K – 6th Grades 9:30am […]
The entire JRC community is invited to join Jane Harris Stapleton and her family as she is called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah. This Shabbat morning service will be led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss and Joel Gratch in the JRC sanctuary. Click here for our Shabbat Morning B’nai Mitzvah Prayerbook. Join us at JRC or on Zoom. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81784096431?pwd=0uTZzRFoRbbzbSiAjj6dEG4t5r6Qz0.1 Meeting […]
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 the Kaddish. Please join us afterwards for a potluck oneg luncheon. Shabbat Vehagim The Zoom link for this service can be found in JRC’s weekly […]
Join us for a morning of connection, joy, and discovery! This member-led program will offer a hands-on exploration of the many opportunities to be engaged at JRC, whether that’s through social action, ritual, attending an event, participating in a group, or helping to plan. This is what makes JRC special—each other! Think of it like […]
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
In their book, Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience and Spirit, Dr. Linda Thal and Rabbi Rachel Cowan take participants on a journey through the process of aging. Theirs is a spiritual approach toward aging using examples from different disciplines. JRC's 9-session class explores many of the questions we are challenged to examine as we […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
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://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Join us in putting together JRC's awesome calendar of events! Representatives from across JRC's committees, task forces, and more, come together twice a year to collectively look at our ideas and put together the programming calendar as a group. At this Calendarpalooza event we we will look at programming for January-June 2026. If you have […]
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
Join member Marsha Richman for chair yoga on Wednesdays mornings at JRC! We’ll work on flexibility, range of motion and balance in a 45-60 minute class. No prior experience is necessary but a commitment to coming weekly is encouraged for maximum benefit. This is a gentle class targeted at mature adults. Everyone can benefit from […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
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 a JRC Lay Leader each week. Sign up to lead Torah study here. *NEW LINK* Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89789773296?pwd=Q2oxMDRpazVGZXA0T0xteHE1c3BnUT09 Meeting ID: 897 8977 3296 Passcode: 405397 […]
Drop off clothes before our Clothing Swap on Sunday, December 6! Pre-Event Kids Clothing Donations Donate baby and kids clothes up to size 12 that your family no longer needs. Please wash the clothes first, and do not donate any stained or torn clothing. If the item has multiple pieces, please find a way to […]
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 JRC member, Danny Wallenberg. Anyone who enjoys singing can join! Contact Danny at choir@jrctogether.org. More information about JRC's choirs can be found on our website.
Shabbat Shalom! In times of celebration and challenge, Judaism calls us to come together each week. Sing, reflect, learn and engage with your JRC community either in our JRC sanctuary or over zoom. Our services are regularly led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss and many members of JRC. Come for services, stay for an oneg – […]
The entire JRC community is invited to join Raina Elsberg and her family as she is called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah. This Shabbat morning service will be led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss and Joel Gratch in the JRC sanctuary. Click here for our Shabbat Morning B’nai Mitzvah Prayerbook. Join us at JRC or on Zoom. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88004310816?pwd=LwzVNDDS6J74dQgGPJd6PJtQFyaq29.1 Meeting ID: […]
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 our deepest self, and connect to our spiritual dimension. There is a great history of meditation and contemplation in the Jewish mystical tradition and Kabbalah. […]
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 where women would refrain from work. Each month we gather to explore a variety of relevant topics in a creative and thought-provoking celebration. All adult […]
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
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://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
There will not be a Kabbalat service at JRC this evening. We wish you a beautiful Shabbat at home
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
Drop off clothes before our Clothing Swap on Sunday, December 6! Pre-Event Kids Clothing Donations Donate baby and kids clothes up to size 12 that your family no longer needs. Please wash the clothes first, and do not donate any stained or torn clothing. If the item has multiple pieces, please find a way to […]
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://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Click here to register! Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation’s Adult Brit* Mitzvah Cohort 2025-2026 For anyone who has a different relationship with Judaism than they did at age 13 Engage your Adult Jewish identity with this 1 year program culminating in a special Shabbat Brit Mitzvah ritual on November 21, 2026 Our JRC Adult Brit Mitzvah program […]
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
Join member Marsha Richman for chair yoga on Wednesdays mornings at JRC! We’ll work on flexibility, range of motion and balance in a 45-60 minute class. No prior experience is necessary but a commitment to coming weekly is encouraged for maximum benefit. This is a gentle class targeted at mature adults. Everyone can benefit from […]
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
At a Death Cafe, people gather to eat cake, drink tea, and discuss death. Our objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. This is a group-directed conversation with no set agenda, objectives, or themes - just honest, thoughtful discussion in a safe […]
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 a JRC Lay Leader each week. Sign up to lead Torah study here. *NEW LINK* Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89789773296?pwd=Q2oxMDRpazVGZXA0T0xteHE1c3BnUT09 Meeting ID: 897 8977 3296 Passcode: 405397 […]
Drop off clothes before our Clothing Swap on Sunday, December 6! Pre-Event Kids Clothing Donations Donate baby and kids clothes up to size 12 that your family no longer needs. Please wash the clothes first, and do not donate any stained or torn clothing. If the item has multiple pieces, please find a way to […]
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 JRC member, Danny Wallenberg. Anyone who enjoys singing can join! Contact Danny at choir@jrctogether.org. More information about JRC's choirs can be found on our website.
Shabbat Shalom! In times of celebration and challenge, Judaism calls us to come together each week. Sing, reflect, learn and engage with your JRC community either in our JRC sanctuary or over zoom. Our services are regularly led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss, Cantor Howard Friedland, and many members of JRC. Come for services, stay for an […]
Junior choir is a fun, laid back, musical opportunity for 2nd-6th graders to be musical at Kehillah and JRC! Join choir leader Danny Wallenberg Saturday mornings, 9:00-9:30 am, before Kehillah. Performances will take place at special JRC events throughout the year.
Chodesh Shabbats are Saturday mornings with a menu of experiences for the JRC community, from prayer to community building to discussion to interactive learning activities. Chodesh Shabbat mornings include times for the whole community to be together as well as times for segments to gather for focused activities. Each grade has have one Chodesh Shabbat […]
Kehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart's content. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with […]
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 the Kaddish. Please join us afterwards for a potluck oneg luncheon. Shabbat Vehagim The Zoom link for this service can be found in JRC’s weekly […]
Does your kid's closet need a refresh? Do you have kids clothes laying around that you'd like to get rid of? Join JRC on Chodesh Shabbat, Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10:30 am to 1 pm for JRC's second annual FREE kids clothing swap in the 3rd-floor lobby! There are two ways to participate in […]