Young Adults
Events
Sort and Pack Recycling with YLD and TOV
Join Reduce Waste Chicago for their Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up. They'll be collecting common household items at the farmers market for reuse, repurposing and specialty recycling. Volunteers will be accepting the collection items, sorting them into proper bins, and packing up the bins when full. *Please note this project is for young adults ages 22-39.
Volunteer Happy Hour
Join YLD, TOV, and Repair the World for Volunteer Happy Hour! Enjoy a night out with like-minded individuals and learn how to get involved in Jewish young adult volunteer opportunities. Bring school supplies for our school supply drive and write cards for students beginning the school year. This event is for young adults ages 22-39....
RSJ Picnic
Join YLD Russian Speaking Jews committee for a fun end of summer picnic! This picnic will be potluck style so please bring your favorite snacks. This event is for young adults ages 22-39. If you are not 22-39 years old, please email [email protected] to learn about opportunities that may be right for you!
Deliver Rosh Hashanah food with YLD & TOV
Help deliver Rosh Hashanah food boxes to those in need so they can celebrate the holiday in a dignified way. No car required - volunteers will deliver boxes to units in an apartment building.
YLD Sundae Stroll
Join YLD for a sundae stroll! Enjoy a walk with other Jewish young adults and end the walk with a sweet treat from Kilwins Ice Cream. Please note ice cream is not included with registration and all purchases will be made individually. This event is for young adults ages 22-39. If you are not 22-39...
Class of 2026 Happy Hour
Join YLD for a night out with other recent grads at Winnie's Chicago! Meet new people and discover how to get involved with Chicago’s young adult Jewish community! Cost includes entry and 1 drink ticket. This event is for young adults who are class of 2026 college graduates.
Edgewater Minyan Rosh Hashanah service & lunch at Anna & Fred Doppelt Base ANVL
Join Rav Jonathan and Hannah, alongside prayer and song leader Joey Becker for spirited and songful davening (prayer) at their home. We will use the traditional Rosh HaShanah liturgy to welcome in the New Year! Afterwards, join us for a casual lunch. Silverstein Base Chicago will never turn away participants due to inability to pay....
Metro Chicago Hillel Rosh Hashanah Community Service at DePaul
The High Holidays (HHD) are right around the corner, and for the fifth time, part of the Metro Chicago Hillel offerings will include a Reform service on the morning of Rosh Hashanah (day 1), hosted by DePaul University and DePaul Jewish Life! Whether this is your first HHD season away from home or you’ve come...
Newish & Jewish
Join us for a fantastic evening at YLD's Newish and Jewish Happy Hour! Whether you're new to the city or just looking for a fun night out, it's the perfect opportunity to meet and mingle with young adults in Chicago's Jewish community. This event is for young adults who are 22-39. If you are not...
Edgewater Minyan Kol Nidrei at Anna & Fred Doppelt Base ANVL
Join Rav Jonathan and Hannah for the soul-stirring beginning of Yom Kippur. This service will combine contemplative practices with a songful recitation of the traditional liturgy. Silverstein Base Chicago will never turn away participants due to inability to pay. If you are a young adult and payment would be a hardship, please reach out to...
Edgewater Minyan Yom Kippur Day at Anna & Fred Doppelt Base ANVL
Elevate your neshama (soul) with Rav Jonathan and Hannah, prayer and song leaders Joey Becker and Emily Feder this Yom Kippur. This service will combine contemplative practices with a songful recitation of the traditional liturgy. Silverstein Base Chicago will never turn anyone away based on financial ability. If payment would be a hardship, please reach...
Edgewater Minyan Neilah and Break Fast at Anna and Fred Doppelt Base ANVL
Join Rav Jonathan, Hannah and song and prayer leader Joey Becker for the dramatic and exuberant end of Yom Kippur! This service will combine contemplative practices with a songful recitation of the traditional liturgy. Silverstein Base Chicago will never turn away participants due to inability to pay. If you are a young adult and payment...