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The number of organizations seeking to engage young Jewish adults has proliferated in recent years, and these organizations want to welcome and include people with disabilities in their events and activities. To participate, use the registration link which will take you to the organization's website.
AND don't forget to contact TOV to request a Peer. A Peer is a similarly aged community member with inclusion training who is available to attend the event with you and provide whatever level of support is needed. For more information, contact Jodi Newmark, JodiNewmark@juf.org.
Upcoming Events
Mini Golf
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Challenge your friends to a mini-golf showdown at Puttshack in Skokie—let the best golfer win!
Transportation is provided to and from the event. Meet at 799 Central Ave, Highland Park.
Location:
Keshet GADOL
799 Central Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
Contact:
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510
Web Page Register Online
Blue and White Bar Night
Thursday, May 1, 2025 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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
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
Paint & Sip
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Grab a brush, take a sip and let your creativity flow with a fun painting session and refreshing mocktails!
Location:
Keshet GADOL
799 Central Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
Contact:
Courtney Fecske
cfecske@keshet.org
224-998-4510
Web Page Register Online
Spring LEARN 2025
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 8:00 PM - Friday, July 25, 2025 9:30 PM
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
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
Sibshops
Sunday, May 18, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Sibshops offer brothers and sisters of children with a variety of special needs a place to meet other siblings in a relaxed, supportive, and recreational setting. They discuss their common joys and concerns, learn to handle sibling-specific “sticky situations” and have fun! For kids ages 6-12 years old.
2025 JCFS Sibshops for Children and Teens, ages 6-16
We will be offering Sibshops for both children and teens at our Northbrook location. We will begin each Sibshop as a large group for an opening activity and then separate into age groups (children and teens).
2025 In-Person Sibshop Dates for Children/Teens, ages 6-16 are as follows:
December 15, 2024
January 12, 2025
February 9
March 23
April 27
May 18
June 29
Sibshops are $30 per session; partial scholarships are available. Pre-registration is required for Sibshops. Please contact Yuto Kanii or Tammy Besser if you have any questions and/or to request registration materials.
Registration is per Sibshop. Registration is required to attend. Contact Tamara Besser to register.
Children can attend one, two, three, or all of the Sibshop series.
Location:
255 Revere Drive Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062
Contact:
Tamara Besser
TamaraBesser@JCFS.org
773-765-3159
YLD Pickleball
Sunday, May 18, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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
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
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
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
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
