Events
Voices of Peace and War
Join us for an evening with Daniel Sherman, an Israeli strategic and organizational consultant whose career spans the military, diplomacy, civil society, human rights, and Jewish communal life. Ten years ago, before October 7th, Daniel Sherman paddled alone for 170 miles — from the northern tip of Israel to its southernmost shore. Along the way,...
“Research Reports: A Tool to Create More than Names, Dates and Places”
“Research Reports: A Tool to Create More than Names, Dates and Places” will be the lecture topic of genealogist Debbie Trotsky Soren for the Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois hybrid meeting. The JGSI meeting facilities at Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook, Illinois, will open at 12:30 p.m. CDT for those...
Congregation Beth Judea Sisterhood Chanukah Pop Up Sale
Come browse our annual Chanukah Pop Up Sale. Large selection of menorahs, candles, toys, decorations, and gifts for your liking.
CONGREGATION ETZ CHAIM – 2026
Congregational Event- Speaker: Emily Briskman
Bagels and Bubbles
Join Chicago Sinai Congregation and JCC Chicago for a morning that’s bursting with fun! Bring your little ones (ages 0-5) for a bubbly adventure filled with popping, playing and exploring. From bubble magic to big giggles, every moment helps kids build coordination, spark curiosity, and explore through play – plus, enjoy bagels and time to...
“Using JRI-Poland to Find Forests AND Trees for Your Eastern European Ancestors”
Robinn Magid, president of JRI-Poland, will speak on “Using JRI-Poland to Find Forests AND Trees for Your Eastern European Ancestors” for the Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois hybrid meeting. She will be speaking in person at Temple Beth-El, Northbrook, Illinois, and online via Zoom at 2 p.m. CST. The JGSI meeting...
Famous Christmas Songs by Jewish Composers
Who knew Jewish composers wrote some of the best Christmas music? Our highly popular event returns! Local musician, Kurt Loeffler, will look at famous Jewish American composers including Irving Berlin, Mel Torme, and many others who were the first-generation children of Jewish immigrants. We’ll discuss many of the popular holiday Christmas songs like “White Christmas”...