Guide Letter: C
The Guide to Jewish Living offers a comprehensive, up-to-date directory of Chicago-area Jewish organizations, resources, products, and services. The guide acts as a community driven lexicon sponsored by Jewish Chicago: The JUF’s Magazine to foster connection and support. Email [email protected] with questions or for information on advertising opportunities.
* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.
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Congregation B’nai Shalom of Buffalo Grove
701 W. Aptakisic Road Buffalo Grove IL 60089 (847) 415-1370 (847) 415-1372 [email protected] http://www.bnaishalom.org Rabbi Jonathan Glass true 0429
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Congregation B’nai Tikvah
1558 Wilmot Road Deerfield IL 60015 (847) 945-0470 (847) 945-0706 Rabbi Alex Felch true 0314
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Congregation B’nai Chai North Shore
Transdenominational congregation.
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Congregation Bene Shalom
A spiritual congregation that welcomes hearing and deaf, interfaith couples, and offers Kabbalistic insights into traditional liturgy.
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Congregation Beth Am
225 N. McHenry Road Buffalo Grove IL 60089 (847) 459-1677 (847) 459-6202 [email protected] http://www.congregation-betham.org Rabbi Marc Belgrad true 0442
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Congregation Beth Hamedrosh Hagodol Kesser Maariv Anshe Luknik
The oldest Orthodox congregation in Chicago, opening our doors in 1867. We base all our activities on Torah, Avodah and Gemilut Chasadim
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Congregation Beth Itzchok
6716 N. Whipple St. Chicago IL 60645 (773) 973-2522 Rabbi David Montrose False 0357
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Congregation Beth Judea
Route 83 & Hilltop Road 5304 RFD Long Grove IL 60047 (847) 634-0777 (847) 634-8055 [email protected] Rabbi Howard Lifshitz, Rabbi Robert Gamer true 0326
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Congregation Beth Shalom (Naperville)
Independent congregation.
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Congregation Beth Shalom (Northbrook)
3433 Walters Ave. Northbrook IL 60062 (847) 498-4100 (847) 498-9160 [email protected] Rabbi Carl Wolkin, Rabbi Aaron Melman true 0312
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Congregation Beth Shalom Preschool
772 W. 5th Ave. Naperville IL 60563 (630) 961-1818 [email protected] http://www.napershalom.org Robin Frisch None false
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Congregation Bnei Ruven
6350 N. Whipple Ave. Chicago IL 60659 (773) 743-5434 (773) 743-3446 Rabbi Baruch Hertz False 0358
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Congregation Etz Chaim of DuPage County
A Reform synagogue serving over 500 families, having a tradition of an ‘open-door’ which welcomes everyone: Jews by birth, Jews by choice, non-Jewish family members, singles, LGBTQ, and people of all ages and abilities. A caring community that draws strength on our commitment to honor and respect the diversity of our membership.
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Congregation Ezras Israel
Congregation Ezras Israel has daily minyanim Shacharit, Mincha and Maariv. We also have two minyanim on Shabbat: 7:30am Hashkama and 9:00am Beis Medrish minyan. We have learning opportunities throughout the week. Exciting programs throughout the year for our members and our community.
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Congregation Hakafa
P.O.Box 409 Glencoe IL 60022 (847) 242-0687 (847) 242-0687 [email protected] Rabbi Bruce Elder true 0395
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Congregation K.I.N.S. of West Rogers Park
2800 W. North Shore Ave. Chicago IL 60645 (773) 761-4000 (773) 761-4959 [email protected] Rabbi Dr. Leonard Matanky False 0359
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Congregation Kneseth Israel
Conservative congregation.
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Congregation Kneseth Israel Torah School
Early childhood program.
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Congregation Kol Emeth
Conservative, egalitarian synagogue. Individuals and families of any age are always welcome. In addition to services for Shabbat and all holidays there are dinners, speakers, Sisterhood and Men's Club events, book reviews, craft club, and resident theatre troupe, the Old World Theatre Company. Rabbi Barry Schechter is well known in the community, especially for his knowledge and use of Jewish humor.
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Congregation Or Shalom
21 Hawthorn Pkwy. Vernon Hills IL 60061 (847) 362-1948 (847) 362-7348 [email protected] http://www.orshalomlc.org Rabbi Scott Looper ([email protected]) true 0407
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Congregation Or Tikvah
330 Barron Blvd. Grayslake IL 60060 (847) 856-1440 (847) 543-1613 [email protected] http://www.ortikvah.org Rabbi Ellen Wolintz-Fields False 0316
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Congregation Or Torah
3800 W. Dempster Street Skokie IL 60076 (847) 679-3645 (847) 679-3665 [email protected] http://www.ortorah.org Rabbi Zvi Engel None false 0372
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Congregation Rodfei Zedek
5200 Hyde Park Blvd. Chicago IL 60615 (773) 752-2770 (773) 752-0330 [email protected] http://www.rodfei.org Rabbi Elliot Gertel/Thea Crook true 0306
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Congregation Shevet Achim
Buckingham Pavilion 2625 W. Touhy Ave. Chicago IL 60645 (773) 973-4843 [email protected] Rabbi D.B. Dubovick None false
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Congregation Sukkat Shalom
P. O. Box 519 Wilmette IL 60091 (847) 251-2675 Rabbi Samuel Gordon true 0397
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Congregation Tzemach Tzedek
Since 2003, Tzemach Tzedek Day School serves boy and girls from K-8th grade. We pride ourselves in small classrooms, individual attention, and a warm and nurturing Chabad-Chassidic atmosphere. We are eagerly accepting new applications, and welcome families of all backgrounds to come meet with us and visit our school.
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Congregation Yehuda Moshe
4721 W. Touhy Ave. Lincolnwood IL 60712 (847) 673-5870 Rabbi Joel Gutstein False 0031
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Congregation Yehuda Moshe Mikvah
By appointment only.
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Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest
The official representative of the government of Israel to the Midwest and its liaison with the Jewish community in 11 states. Israel-related services and programs: informational materials and brochures, cultural publications, events and exhibits; speakers bureau; academic activities (including visiting scholars); referrals on Israel-related questions, passport, visa, and other documentation services.
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Continental Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Fully kosher skilled nursing facility. Russian cultural program with Russian-speaking staff.
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Continuum Theater
Jewish artists and lovers of the arts created Continuum Theater to support Jewish learning, community and cultural continuity by preserving, growing and sharing Jewish performing arts experiences. Continuum Theater produces theater, music, dance and arts education experiences that explore Jewish history, heritage, contemporary issues and the full scope of the Jewish experience. The theater hopes to nurture Jewish artists and to forge productive partnerships with community organizations interested in creative programming. Programs include: The Chicago Jewish Play Reading Festival, The Midwest Jewish Play Writing Contest in association with the Jewish Plays Project and school artistic residences.
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Contracted Employment Services
JVS Career & Employment 216 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 700 Chicago IL 60606 312-673-3444 Assists adults with disabilities and other barriers to employment obtain and maintain jobs in janitorial or administrative support services. None false
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Cool Ketubah
Cool Ketubah is simply that: a good-looking, well designed Ketubah that looks like it belongs in the 21st Century. Designed by Chicago-based graphic designer Jason Pickleman, whose works are in the permanent collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, a Cool Ketubah projects the perfect balance between visual sophistication and poetic sentiment.
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Counseling at JCFS
Professionally trained and licensed clinical social workers, counselors, psychologists, art and drama therapists specialize in high quality therapeutic services that enhance the emotional well-being of children, adults, families, couples and families throughout Chicagoland. Specializes in areas such as parenting, anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorders; emotional, physical and sexual trauma, grief and loss, financial issues, marriage and relationship issues; separation, divorce and co-parenting, stress management, life transitions, work-related issues and addictive behaviors. Counseling Center locations include downtown Chicago, West Rogers Park, Northbrook, Skokie and Buffalo Grove.
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Creations by Eudice
Dichroic glass artist specializing in jewelry and Mezuzot cases that are one of a kind, waterproof, and exquisite. Hebrew name pendants using 22k gold on fused glass, cabinet nobs and very unusual pendants that make a statement. She now has added custom paracord bracelets with safety whistles and beautiful cuff earrings and ear climbers of Sterling and Swarovski crystal. Eudice is also a makeup artist trained by Mark Traynor, makeup artist to the stars. Eudice gives private lessons that include graphs and drawings and pictures for all styles of makeup: day, night, work, along with skin care advice for your skin and age. Eudice was an sthetician for over 20 years in Connecticut and used products made in Israel and also products you can make for yourself. Before and after photos are available. Lesson generally lasts around three hours. Call for a private appointment.