Archive: October 2024

The Jewish State: Examining the Jewish Identities of Israelis

Posted on October 31, 2024

October 31, 2024 – December 19, 2024 @ 10:00 am – Join Rabbi Michael Siegel as he seeks to uncover the diverse and complex faces of Jewish Israeli identity. Beginning with the current state of Jewish Israeli identity as reflected in contemporary Israeli discourse, the lessons then proceed to explore the roots at the foundation of this complex tapestry.   This course is designed for our […]

Israeli Lunch with Benji Lovitt

Posted on December 12, 2024

December 12, 2024 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Join us for an Israeli-style cRc Shabbat lunch will be served along with challah and dessert. After lunch, Benji Lovitt explores how Israelis have always turned to humor during even the darkest times, not to be insensitive, but as a coping mechanism. People often say that Hamas celebrates death and Jews celebrate life, but what […]

Hanukkah Drag Show Bingo with Bubbie

Posted on December 12, 2024

December 12, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – Who’s ready for Bingo with Bubbie?! Young Adults in their 20’s/30’s can join JCC Chicago and Anshe Emet Synagogue’s Young Adult Division to celebrate the Festival of Lights at the 8 Crazy Nights Pop-Up Bar at The Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville. Meet fellow young adults and play bingo with Merriam Levkowitz, America’s Favorite Drag Bubbie.  […]