Upcoming Events


Blue and White Bar Night

Thursday, May 1, 2025 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Celebrate Israel's Independence Day at one of YLD’s biggest parties of the year! The evening will feature Israeli Snacks, dancing, and more to ring in Israel's 77th birthday.

To request a Peer, other assistance, or accommodations, please contact Ben Wolfson at BenWolfson@juf.org or 312-357-4505 to learn about opportunities that may be right for you!


Location:
Venue in Wrigleyville
Address Provided 48 Hours Prior to Event
Chicago, IL 60606


Contact:
Ben Wolfson
BenWolfson@juf.org
312-357-4505


Register Online

Volunteer with YLD Pride at Brown Elephant

Sunday, May 4, 2025 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join YLD Pride to assist Brown Elephant's staff to sort through the high volume of donations. Help categorize donations, add pricing labels, general cleaning and tidy up the store including the back-of-house, and provide customer service.

All proceeds from Brown Elephant Resale Shop support LGBTQ+ healthcare and fund care for patients who are uninsured and under-insured at Howard Brown Health’s 7 clinics including Broadway Youth Center. You will also receive a 25% discount coupon after each shift at The Brown Elephant!

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!

To request a Peer*, other assistance, or accommodations, please contact yld@juf.org or 312‑357‑4539.
*The Peer Program matches young adults with disabilities to a similarly aged community member with inclusion training. The Peer is available to attend the event with you and provide whatever level of support is needed.


Location:
The Brown Elephant
5404 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60640-1210


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


Register Online

Spring LEARN 2025

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 8:00 PM - Friday, July 25, 2025 9:30 PM <Add to Calendar>

Looking to add some meaningful learning and connections to your spring? Join a
cohort of folks for snacks, wine and conversation at the Lincoln Park home of Rav Sarah Mulhern and Rav Will Friedman. Together, we will explore what Jewish texts have to say about many of life’s big questions - How should we behave in our intimate relationships? What should we do with our money? How can we build healthy communities? - as we make new friends and LEARN together.
Wednesday, May 7th, May 14th, May 21st, May 28th, June 11th, June 18th, June 25th, July 2nd and Shabbat on July 25th
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!
To request a Peer*, other assistance, or accommodations, please contact yld@juf.org or 312‑357‑4539.
*The Peer Program matches young adults with disabilities to a similarly aged community member with inclusion training. The Peer is available to attend the event with you and provide whatever level of support is needed.


Location:
Silverstein Base Lincoln Park
Location to be provided
Chicago, IL 60614


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


Register Online

YLD Pride Shabbat and Cocktails at Base Logan Square

Friday, May 16, 2025 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join Base Logan Square and YLD Pride for Shabbat dinner with cocktails!

Come hang out with fun cocktails and celebrate Shabbat over a delicious meal.


Location:
Base Logan Square
Location to be provided
Chicago, IL 60647


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


Register Online

YLD Pickleball

Sunday, May 18, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Grab a partner and sign up for YLD’s Pickleball Event for an evening of fun and friendly competition! Registration is $50 per team, covering both you and your partner. If you need help finding a partner, let us know.

Location:
SPF Chicago
2121 N Clybourn Ave
Chicago, IL 60614-4031


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


Register Online

Volunteer with YLD and TOV at Share our Spare

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM <Add to Calendar>

This month, join JUF Young Leadership Division and Tikkun Olam Volunteer Network for a group volunteer session with Share Our Spare. Since they are a donation-based organization, projects are determined and dependent upon what donations are most available and most needed.

Volunteers will help quality check clothing, books, and toys as well as sort, and bundle donations. You may also help wrap loose diapers or pack diaper orders for diaper pick up days.
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!

To request a Peer*, other assistance, or accommodations, please contact yld@juf.org
*The Peer Program matches young adults with disabilities to a similarly aged community member with inclusion training. The Peer is available to attend the event with you and provide whatever level of support is needed.


Location:
Share Our Spare
3800 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60641-2844


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


Register Online

RSJ Shabbat

Friday, May 30, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join YLD’s Russian Speaking Jews Committee and Anna & Fred Doppelt Base Andersonville for a Shabbat dinner featuring traditional Russian and Slavic dishes!

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


Location:
Anna & Fred Doppelt Base Andersonville
Location to be provided
Chicago, IL 60640


Contact:
Ben Wolfson
BenWolfson@juf.org
312-357-4505


Register Online

YLD Pride Shabbat at Anna & Fred Doppelt Base Andersonville 6.6.25

Friday, June 6, 2025 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Kick off Pride Month by joining YLD Pride for a Shabbat dinner at the home of Rav Jonathan Posner and Hannah Swirnow. Bring in Shabbat with yummy food and great company!

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:
Location to be Provided
Chicago, IL 60640


Contact:
Darren Cabrera
darrencabrera@juf.org
312-673-3201



Summer Kickoff Bash

Thursday, June 12, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join YLD and Base Logan Square to kick off the summer with an outdoor celebration featuring drinks, schmoozing, and good times.

To request a Peer, other assistance, or accommodations, please contact Ben Wolfson at BenWolfson@juf.org or 312-357-4505.


Location:
Base Logan Square
Location to be provided
Chicago, IL 60647


Contact:
Ben Wolfson
BenWolfson@juf.org
312-357-4505


Register Online

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