Events
BBYO Yacht Party Kickoff
Set sail at BBYO's Annual Yacht Party Kickoff with over 500 teens on a four-level dining yacht featuring three interior dining decks and one exterior rooftop observation deck. Savor a delicious buffet, dance to a live DJ, and play interactive games throughout the vessel as you cruise along Lake Michigan. Open to all Jewish rising 8th...
Schechter’s Annual Golf & Community Outing
Schechter's Annual Golf & Community Outing is more than just a day at the club, it's a beloved community tradition filled with connection, delicious food, and fun for everyone. Whether you're joining us for golf, card play, tennis, pickleball, or simply to enjoy a community lunch with friends, this is one event you won't want...
The Healing Shofar: Grief and the Jewish High Holidays
This meaningful workshop is for those grieving the loss of a loved one and facing the Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur holidays with sorrow or uncertainty. Together, we will reflect on the grief process, explore Torah texts related to the Days of Awe, and discuss ways to honor the memory of those we’ve lost. You’ll...
2027 Lion Event
Join us for the 2027 Lion Event featuring Rachel Goldberg-Polin, American-Israeli New York Times bestselling author of When We See You Again, a searing portrait of a mother’s grief in the wake of unthinkable tragedy. Women who make an individual gift of $5,000 or more to the 2027 JUF Annual Campaign or are a Step-Up...
jBaby Little Story Steppers | Sept 3 – Oct 29 2026
Congregation BJBE Early Childhood at the Chava Center 1201 Lake Cook Rd., Deerfield, IL, United StatesA class designed to help toddlers and their grown-ups discover the magic of books! Interactive Storytime featuring songs, fingerplays, movement, and felt-board activities that bring the story to life. Each week we will explore a new book through hands-on, age-appropriate learning stations that encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection. This session meets Thursday September 3, 10,...
Monthly Grief Support Group – Skokie
JCFS Chicago's Goldie Bachmann Luftig Building 5150 W. Golf Rd, Skokie, ILThis is a monthly drop in, daytime grief support group meeting on the first Thursday of each month for adults who have experienced the death of a loved one within the past two years. The group will provide a safe and supportive space to share, reflect, and connect with others who are grieving. Contact Daniel Bahner via...
jBaby| Infant Playgroup, Sept. 3 – Oct. 8 | City
The Family Room Southport 3726 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesPlease bring your 0-6 month old and join us each week to meet new families and friends at jBaby playgroup! The JUF Young Families team is looking forward to spending time with you and your little one! Please come each week, or when it works for you! You only have to sign up once. The...
PJ Library Family Camp at OSRUI | September 4-6, 2026
Soak up the last splash of summer! PJ Library Family Camp at OSRUI is the perfect way to say goodbye to summer and introduce young kids to the joy of Jewish camp. Enjoy joyful Shabbat celebrations, a ropes course, pool time, plenty of coffee, and even a little built-in grown-up time! Each room (can accommodate...
jBaby & PJ Library| Rosh Hashanah Apple Picking| Maple Park
There's nothing like biting into a honey-dipped apple that you yourself picked. Yum! Join our family at Kuiper's Farm to pick fresh apples in preparation for Rosh Hashanah. Following our apple-picking adventures in the orchard, let's gather together to enjoy apple cider and donuts! *Pay your U-pick admission fee onsite ($14.99/person for ages 3+). Admission...
IsraelNow Paint N’ Sip!
Join IsraelNow staff for a fun adult-only evening of painting with a special guest artist! We will provide all the materials (Including the beverages!) Come as you are!
Linkages Support Group
For older adults who have adult children with disabilities. Get support, encouragement, and understanding from others who are experiencing similar issues and concerns. Learn to navigate aging and disability service systems. Discuss the importance of future planning and explore ideas on how to do this. Discover the value of learning and discussing these issues with...
JCFS Chicago Annual Meeting
Join us at the JCFS annual meeting to welcome new Board members, honor our dedicated staff, recognize our Community Partner of the Year and celebrate the meaningful accomplishments we've achieved together.