Presidents Day
Feb 15, 2021
Jan
20 2021
Feb
8 2021
Mifgash "Shabbat With Love" Fundraiser
Mifgash Jewish Community High School Program
P.O.Box 8916
Albany, NY 12208
Mifgash - Shabbat With Love - Delivered To Your Door!
Bring Shabbat into your home with Mifgash - Shabbat With Love …
Feb
1 2021
Feb
2 2021
JFNA Virtual Mission to Washington D.C.
Virtual Event | Jewish Federation of NENY
184 Washington Avenue Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
Join Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) for the first-ever national Jewish Virtual Mission to Washington, D.C…
Feb
1 2021
Teen Talk - A Support Group
4:00PM - 4:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group is for pre-teens and teens who need support with self-esteem, peer relationships, problem-solving, pandemi…
Feb
1 2021
Tai Chi
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Avenue
Schenectady, NY
*NOW VIRTUAL!*
Mondays 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. No Fee. Certified Tai Chi instructors, Aaron and Ina Frie…
Feb
1 2021
Parenting Support Group
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Join other parents and caregivers and get support with day-to-day parenting challenges or feeling stretched to the li…
Feb
2 2021
Caregiver Connections - A Support Group
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group will provide support and information sharing for the often-overwhelming job of being an informal family ca…
Feb
2 2021
Coming Up For AIR - A Discussion Group for Older Adults
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This discussion group for older adults that will address staying connected and coping during this difficult time, mai…
Feb
2 2021
ECC Leadership Seminar: Communication Skills for Jewish Leaders Part 1
7:00PM - 8:30PM
184 Washington Ave Ext
Albany, NY 12203
Contact KB Goodkin, kbgoodkin@jewishfedny.org, for more information!
Feb
3 2021
Beth Emeth Lunch & Learn with Rabbinic Intern, Alexandra Stein
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
TIME TRAVEL IN THE TALMUD: The Talmud has some very cool time travel stories (seriously!), which the rabbis used to e…
Feb
3 2021
(Re)Developing a Balanced Life - A Support Group
1:30PM - 2:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Join others in a discussion on how to take control of our lives and our mods through a selection of meaningful activi…
Feb
3 2021
Origins of Modern Art & Biblical Connections to Modern Jewish Artists
1:30PM - 2:30PM
Congregation Agudat Achim
2117 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12309
Register here!
Together, we will examine how the Bible (both Hebrew and Christian) served as inspiration for modern …
Feb
3 2021
Literature and Libations Zoom Book Club
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Looking to connect with fellow reading enthusiasts while staying safe during COVID?
Engage in stimulating conversatio…
Feb
4 2021
Grief & Loss Support Group
12:00PM - 2:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group provides support for those who are struggling with coping the death of a family member or friend. Join oth…
Feb
4 2021
Pandemic Support Group
3:00PM - 4:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group offers support for anyone who is struggling with the challenges and changes that have come with the pandem…
Feb
4 2021
Headliner Series Event featuring Jason Alexander
7:00PM
Virtual Event | Jewish Federation of NENY
184 Washington Avenue Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
Minimum gift of $5,000 per household to the Federation Annual Campaign or $100,000 to The Jewish Community Endowment …
Feb
5 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
5 2021
PJ Library Shabbat Baby & Toddler Time
10:00AM - 10:30AM
Virtual Event | Jewish Federation of NENY
184 Washington Avenue Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
**Now VIRTUAL!*
Join us for PJ Library Shabbat Baby & Toddler Time, celebrate Shabbat and …
Feb
5 2021
Gates of Heaven Tot Shabbat
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Capture that special SHABBAT FEELING live in our sanctuary with stories together with music, friends, and family. If …
Feb
5 2021
In-Person Kabbalat Shabbat at Temple Israel
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us at 5:30 PM on Friday evening for Kabbalat Shabbat. Pre-registration is required and can be found at www.tialb…
Feb
5 2021
Shabbat Unplugged Virtual Service at Beth Emeth
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Join us for a spirited, musical celebration of Shabbat -- fun for ALL ages! To access our Live Stream, go to www.Beth…
Feb
5 2021
Center Square Minyan with Bracha Louz
6:00PM - 6:40PM
Virtual Service
Center Square Minyan is teaming with Ohav's main minyan crew for a warm musical service featuring Bracha Louz. Bring …
Feb
5 2021
Gates of Heaven Shabbat Service
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join us for a warm, engaging, and musical Shabbat service lead by Rabbi Matt Cutler. Access our live-stream link at w…
Feb
6 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
6 2021
Torah Study at Gates of Heaven
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join Rabbi Cutler for a weekly Zoom Torah Study. No prior knowledge of Torah/Hebrew is needed. Each session is self-c…
Feb
6 2021
Torah Study at Beth Emeth
9:30AM - 10:30AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Join members of our congregation and community as we study the weekly Torah portion. No prior knowledge of Torah, Heb…
Feb
6 2021
In-Person Shabbat Morning services at Temple Israel
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us at 10 am on Saturday mornings for weekly Shabbat services. Pre-registration is required and can be found at w…
Feb
6 2021
Beth Emeth Sisterhood Walk on the Bethlehem Rail Trail
2:30PM - 4:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
ALL are invited to join Sisterhood . Meet at the We can walk a loop at various paces to socially dIstance for around …
Feb
6 2021
Havdalah - Song and Conversation
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Shaaray Tefila
68 Bay Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Join Joey Glick for Havdalah with singing, discussion, and socializing via Zoom.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8613407587…
Feb
6 2021
Sisterhood of the Traveling Pots & Pans with Chef Mark Burgasser
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
ALL are invited to join us for Havdalah and then another wonderful cooking demonstration. Tonight, Mark will be prepa…
Feb
7 2021
Feb
11 2021
The Israel Summit
The Israel Summit
The Israel Summit is an international movement dedicated to shifting the conversation surrounding Israel on college c…
Feb
7 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
7 2021
Jump Start Your Family Tree Part I: Resources & Tips
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Virtual Event
Have you always wanted to trace your ancestry and didn’t know where to start? Join Susan Kugler from the Capital Re…
Feb
7 2021
Cross Country Skiing & Snow Shoeing with Beth Emeth's TRG
12:00PM - 4:00PM
Pineridge
1463 Plank Road
Petersburg, NY 12138
Beth Emeth's Renaissance Group invites ALL to enjoy the local beauty of the Rennselaer Plateau at the lovely Pineridg…
Feb
7 2021
TI TailGate To Go: Superbowl
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
TI Take Out for SuperBowl featuring The Iron Works
Feb
7 2021
Saratoga Jewish Community Arts: Virtual Discussion for I Am Not Your Negro
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Temple Sinai
Saratoga Jewish Community Arts, along with Temple Sinai and a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Northeaste…
Feb
8 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
8 2021
Teen Talk - A Support Group
4:00PM - 4:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group is for pre-teens and teens who need support with self-esteem, peer relationships, problem-solving, pandemi…
Feb
8 2021
Tai Chi
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Avenue
Schenectady, NY
*NOW VIRTUAL!*
Mondays 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. No Fee. Certified Tai Chi instructors, Aaron and Ina Frie…
Feb
8 2021
ECC Leadership Seminar: Emotional Intelligence for Jewish Leaders Part 2
7:00PM - 8:30PM
184 Washington Ave Ext
Albany, NY 12203
Contact KB Goodkin, kbgoodkin@jewishfedny.org, for more information!
Feb
8 2021
Parenting Support Group
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Join other parents and caregivers and get support with day-to-day parenting challenges or feeling stretched to the li…
Feb
9 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
9 2021
Caregiver Connections - A Support Group
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group will provide support and information sharing for the often-overwhelming job of being an informal family ca…
Feb
9 2021
Coming Up For AIR - A Discussion Group for Older Adults
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This discussion group for older adults that will address staying connected and coping during this difficult time, mai…
Feb
9 2021
Online Cooking Class with Deanna Fox
4:30PM - 6:00PM
Virtual Event
Need a new way to break bread together in the age of COVID? B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation in Albany will prese…
Feb
10 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
10 2021
Beth Emeth Lunch & Learn with Rabbinic Intern, Alexandra Stein
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE CREATED IN THE IMAGE OF GOD? Genesis 1:27 contains the intriguing suggestion that all human b…
Feb
10 2021
Community Coffee & Conversation
1:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Schmooze with Rabbi Matt! To join and learn more about ongoing programs at Congregation Gates of Heaven, visit www.c…
Feb
10 2021
(Re)Developing a Balanced Life - A Support Group
1:30PM - 2:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Join others in a discussion on how to take control of our lives and our mods through a selection of meaningful activi…
Feb
10 2021
Origins of Modern Art & Biblical Connections to Modern Jewish Artists
1:30PM - 2:30PM
Congregation Agudat Achim
2117 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12309
Register here!
Together, we will examine how the Bible (both Hebrew and Christian) served as inspiration for modern …
Feb
10 2021
Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Comics Group
7:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Zoom discussion group meeting monthly with Congregation Gates of Heaven member Jonathan Rubin.
We will be discussing …
Feb
11 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
11 2021
Skiing & Snowboarding at Gore Mtn with Beth Emeth's Brotherhood
8:30AM - 4:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
ALL are invited to join Brotherhood for a full day of skiing. Meet at the outside in front of the lodge at 8:30 AM. A…
Feb
11 2021
Grief & Loss Support Group
12:00PM - 2:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group provides support for those who are struggling with coping the death of a family member or friend. Join oth…
Feb
11 2021
Virtual Gates of Heaven Lunch and Learn
12:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Eat lunch while you learn a little Talmud and engage in a lively discussion led by Rabbi Matt. To join and learn more…
Feb
11 2021
Pandemic Support Group
3:00PM - 4:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group offers support for anyone who is struggling with the challenges and changes that have come with the pandem…
Feb
11 2021
PJ Library: Purim is Coming!
4:30PM - 5:00PM
Virtual Event
Join your PJ Library friends at Temple Israel and the Albany JCC for singing, dancing, stories and a craft! Crafts ma…
Feb
11 2021
Jewish Federation Board of Directors Meeting
7:00PM
Jewish Federation of NENY
184 Washington Avenue Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Jewish Federation Board of Directors Meeting
Feb
11 2021
The ABCs of PPE
7:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Register here!
Before COVID, most folks did not think about Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE). Then COVID came. Ev…
Feb
11 2021
Scholar-in-Your-Residence: Judaism & Science Series
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Agudat Achim
2117 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12309
Congregation Agudat Achim is excited to continue our Adult Education program, Scholar-in-YOUR-Residence, with a topic…
Feb
12 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
12 2021
PJ Library Shabbat Baby & Toddler Time
10:00AM - 10:30AM
Virtual Event | Jewish Federation of NENY
184 Washington Avenue Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
**Now VIRTUAL!*
Join us for PJ Library Shabbat Baby & Toddler Time, celebrate Shabbat and …
Feb
12 2021
Tot Shabbat on Zoom with B'nai Sholom
5:00PM
B'nai Sholom Reform Congregation
420 Whitehall Road
Albany , NY 12208
A warm and child-friendly service.
The second Friday of every month.
Songs, stories, and prayers 5:00 – 5:30 pm.
…Feb
12 2021
Beth Emeth Erev Shabbat Service led by CBEYG
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
The theme for tonight's service will be inclusion at it relates to Disability Awareness Month. To access our Live Str…
Feb
12 2021
In-Person Kabbalat Shabbat at Temple Israel
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us at 5:30 PM on Friday evening for Kabbalat Shabbat. Pre-registration is required and can be found at www.tialb…
Feb
12 2021
Center Square Minyan with Bracha Louz
6:00PM - 6:40PM
Virtual Service
Center Square Minyan is teaming with Ohav's main minyan crew for a warm musical service featuring Bracha Louz. Bring …
Feb
12 2021
Repro Virtual Shabbat Service and Oneg
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Repro Shabbat is an opportunity to celebrate the vital importance of reproductive health access, reproductive rights,…
Feb
13 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
13 2021
Torah Study at Gates of Heaven
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join Rabbi Cutler for a weekly Zoom Torah Study. No prior knowledge of Torah/Hebrew is needed. Each session is self-c…
Feb
13 2021
Torah Study at Beth Emeth
9:30AM - 10:30AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Join members of our congregation and community as we study the weekly Torah portion. No prior knowledge of Torah, Heb…
Feb
13 2021
In-Person Shabbat Morning services at Temple Israel
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us at 10 am on Saturday mornings for weekly Shabbat services. Pre-registration is required and can be found at w…
Feb
13 2021
PJ Library Virtual Pajama Havdalah with Cong. Agudat Achim
6:10PM
Virtual Event
Register here!
PJ Library Pajama Havdalah resumes virtually this winter with Amy Drucker and Rabbi Spitzer! All are …
Feb
13 2021
Havdalah - Song and Conversation
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Shaaray Tefila
68 Bay Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Join Joey Glick for Havdalah with singing, discussion, and socializing via Zoom.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8613407587…
Feb
14 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
14 2021
Walk on Peeble's Island with Beth Emeth Brotherhood
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Brotherhood invites ALL to join them for a relaxed walk together. Please wear a mask and plan to walk 6' from one ano…
Feb
15 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
15 2021
Teen Talk - A Support Group
4:00PM - 4:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group is for pre-teens and teens who need support with self-esteem, peer relationships, problem-solving, pandemi…
Feb
15 2021
Tai Chi
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Avenue
Schenectady, NY
*NOW VIRTUAL!*
Mondays 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. No Fee. Certified Tai Chi instructors, Aaron and Ina Frie…
Feb
15 2021
Music Mondays with Cantor Marx
7:30PM - 9:30PM
Virtual Event | Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Jewish Music Review - from Biblical times to Modernity
Feb
15 2021
Parenting Support Group
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Join other parents and caregivers and get support with day-to-day parenting challenges or feeling stretched to the li…
Feb
16 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
16 2021
Havurah Vatik Virtual February Event
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Virtual Event | Havurah Vatik
Saratoga Springs, NY
Inside History of "Gangster's Paradise"
Greg Veitch, police chief (ret.) and expert on gangsters of Saratoga, will s…
Feb
16 2021
Caregiver Connections - A Support Group
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group will provide support and information sharing for the often-overwhelming job of being an informal family ca…
Feb
16 2021
Coming Up For AIR - A Discussion Group for Older Adults
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This discussion group for older adults that will address staying connected and coping during this difficult time, mai…
Feb
17 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
17 2021
Maximizing Optimal Health and Resilience
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Agudat Achim
2117 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join Dr. Sheryl Spitzer-Resnick as she discusses how minimizing inflammation through diet, stress reduction and suppl…
Feb
17 2021
Community Coffee & Conversation
1:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Schmooze with Rabbi Matt! To join and learn more about ongoing programs at Congregation Gates of Heaven, visit www.c…
Feb
17 2021
(Re)Developing a Balanced Life - A Support Group
1:30PM - 2:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Join others in a discussion on how to take control of our lives and our mods through a selection of meaningful activi…
Feb
17 2021
Origins of Modern Art & Biblical Connections to Modern Jewish Artists
1:30PM - 2:30PM
Congregation Agudat Achim
2117 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12309
Register here!
Together, we will examine how the Bible (both Hebrew and Christian) served as inspiration for modern …
Feb
17 2021
Virtually Limitless: Our Shared Shelf ~ A Monthly Book and Author Series
8:00PM
Virtual Event Series
JOIN NATIONAL WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY FOR
Virtually Limitless: Our Shared Shelf
A MONTHLY BOOK AND AUT…
Feb
18 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
18 2021
Grief & Loss Support Group
12:00PM - 2:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group provides support for those who are struggling with coping the death of a family member or friend. Join oth…
Feb
18 2021
Virtual Gates of Heaven Lunch and Learn
12:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Eat lunch while you learn a little Talmud and engage in a lively discussion led by Rabbi Matt. To join and learn more…
Feb
18 2021
Pandemic Support Group
3:00PM - 4:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group offers support for anyone who is struggling with the challenges and changes that have come with the pandem…
Feb
18 2021
Hamantashen Baking with Beth Emeth's Religious School & Sisterhood
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
ALL are invited to learn the basics and get creative for Purim! This program will be available via Live Stream and wi…
Feb
18 2021
NextDor Cook & Schmooze
7:30PM
Virtual Event
Jewish Federation of NENY
Come hang out with NextDor (virtually) and cook up some awesome recipes from the NextDor cookbook! Recipes will be se…
Feb
18 2021
Scholar-in-Your-Residence: Judaism & Science Series
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Agudat Achim
2117 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12309
Congregation Agudat Achim is excited to continue our Adult Education program, Scholar-in-YOUR-Residence, with a topic…
Feb
19 2021
Feb
20 2021
Hadassah Shabbat Across the Region
Virtual Service
Please join Hadassah Northern New England for Hadassah Shabbat Across the Region on Friday, February 19 and Saturday,…
Feb
19 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
19 2021
PJ Library Shabbat Baby & Toddler Time
10:00AM - 10:30AM
Virtual Event | Jewish Federation of NENY
184 Washington Avenue Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
**Now VIRTUAL!*
Join us for PJ Library Shabbat Baby & Toddler Time, celebrate Shabbat and …
Feb
19 2021
In-Person Kabbalat Shabbat at Temple Israel
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us at 5:30 PM on Friday evening for Kabbalat Shabbat. Pre-registration is required and can be found at www.tialb…
Feb
19 2021
Hadassah Shabbat Across the Region: Beth Shalom Kabbalat Shabbat Service
6:00PM
Congregation Beth Shalom
688 Clifton Park Center Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Hadassah Northern New England invites you to
HADASSAH SHABBAT ACROSS THE REGION
Celebrating 109 Years of Hope and Hea…
Feb
19 2021
Gates of Heaven Shabbat Service
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join us for a warm, engaging, and musical Shabbat service lead by Rabbi Matt Cutler. Access our live-stream link at w…
Feb
20 2021
Feb
28 2021
Chag Purim Sameach! Explore our Community Calendar for fun, festive, and socially distanced celebrations, Megillah re…
Feb
20 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
20 2021
Torah Study at Gates of Heaven
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join Rabbi Cutler for a weekly Zoom Torah Study. No prior knowledge of Torah/Hebrew is needed. Each session is self-c…
Feb
20 2021
Torah Study at Beth Emeth
9:30AM - 10:30AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Join members of our congregation and community as we study the weekly Torah portion. No prior knowledge of Torah, Heb…
Feb
20 2021
In-Person Shabbat Morning services at Temple Israel
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us at 10 am on Saturday mornings for weekly Shabbat services. Pre-registration is required and can be found at w…
Feb
20 2021
Teddy Bear Tot Shabbat with Beth Emeth
11:00AM - 11:40AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Join Shara Siegfeld, Cantor Kohn & Rabbinic Intern, Alexandra Stein for a fun virtual celebration of Shabbat. There w…
Feb
20 2021
Purim Havdalah Jammie Jam (ages 2-9)
4:00PM - 5:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Experience the beauty and magic of Havdalah. Everyone is welcome to come in their favorite pajamas and to invite frie…
Feb
20 2021
Havdalah - Song and Conversation
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Shaaray Tefila
68 Bay Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Join Joey Glick for Havdalah with singing, discussion, and socializing via Zoom.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8613407587…
Feb
20 2021
Mifgash "Family Night In" Special Art Program: MosaicTrivet
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Mifgash - Jewish Community High School Program
P.O Box 8916
Albany, NY 12208
Feb
20 2021
Purim Adult PJ Havdalah
8:00PM - 9:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Putting some ‘social’ in our social distancing. Join us for the ritual of ending Shabbat and the letting go, rele…
Feb
21 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
21 2021
Virtual Great Family Hamantash Bake
10:30AM - 11:30AM
Virtual Event
Register here!
Join Capital Chabad and PJ Library for the first-ever virtual Great Family Hamantash Bake!
Get into …
Feb
21 2021
Jump Start Your Family Tree Part II: DNA Testing
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Virtual Event
Join Susan Kugler from the Capital Region Jewish Genealogical Society to learn how to use DNA testing to help reach b…
Feb
21 2021
Purim Mask-Car-Aid
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Congregation Agudat Achim
2117 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12309
Participants are asked to wear masks and are encouraged to come in costume to celebrate Purim. They will remain in th…
Feb
21 2021
Purim Nosh & Noise Drive Thru
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Purim Nosh and Noise bags will be available for drive thru pick-up on Sunday, February, 21 from 1:00pm-2:00pm.
Regi…
Feb
21 2021
Virutal Hamentashen Baking Class
4:00PM - 5:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join us to learn how to make the best homemade Hamentaschen. Great event for the entire family. Visit the temple webs…
Feb
21 2021
Bridge to the Balkans
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Virtual Event | Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Discover the Balkans - a little known Oasis of Jewish Life
Robyn Helzner presents BRIDGE TO THE BALKANS. Learn mor…
Feb
21 2021
SJCA: Matthew M. Neugroschel Annual Jewish Storytelling
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Virtual Event | Saratoga Jewish Community Arts
Saratoga Jewish Community Arts, in partnership with Temple Sinai and with a generous grant from the Jewish Federation…
Feb
21 2021
Rabbi Bob Alper Comedy "Life Doesn't Get Any Better Than This"
7:15PM - 9:15PM
Congregation Ohav Shalom
113 New Krumkill Road
Albany, NY 12208
Join us on Zoom for a full hour of comedy! Rabbi Bob Alper will tell stories from his book, "Life Doesn't Get Any Bet…
Feb
21 2021
SJCC Film Festival: LOVE IN SUSPENDERS
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Virtual Event | Schenectady JCC
2565 Balltown Rd
Niskayuna, NY 12309
Israel, 2019, 93 Minutes
Hebrew with subtitles
The encounter between two people with such different personalities, s…
Feb
22 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
22 2021
Teen Talk - A Support Group
4:00PM - 4:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group is for pre-teens and teens who need support with self-esteem, peer relationships, problem-solving, pandemi…
Feb
22 2021
Purim Kindness Storytime (ages 6-8)
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Children ages 6-8 are invited to a Kindness storytime. We will read and discuss a story about kindness and doing mitz…
Feb
22 2021
JFS Board Meeting
5:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Jewish Family Services of NENY Board Meeting
Feb
22 2021
Tai Chi
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Avenue
Schenectady, NY
*NOW VIRTUAL!*
Mondays 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. No Fee. Certified Tai Chi instructors, Aaron and Ina Frie…
Feb
22 2021
Knit and Nosh with Beth Emeth
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
ALL are invited to join Knit & Nosh doing whatever handiwork you like and enjoy the company of friends! To join our Z…
Feb
22 2021
Music Mondays with Cantor Marx
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Virtual Event | Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Finish the (Jewish) Lyrics
Feb
22 2021
NextDor Trivia
7:30PM
Virtual Event | Jewish Federation of NENY
Join NextDor for a fun night of trivia. Test your knowledge on various topics. Registration is required. Zoom informa…
Feb
22 2021
Parenting Support Group
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Join other parents and caregivers and get support with day-to-day parenting challenges or feeling stretched to the li…
Feb
23 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
23 2021
Caregiver Connections - A Support Group
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group will provide support and information sharing for the often-overwhelming job of being an informal family ca…
Feb
23 2021
TI Take Out: Pizza for Purim
3:00PM - 6:00PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
The Iron Works, under supervision of Temple Israel, provides pizza and hamantaschen for Purim.
Orders must be receiv…
Feb
23 2021
Coming Up For AIR - A Discussion Group for Older Adults
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This discussion group for older adults that will address staying connected and coping during this difficult time, mai…
Feb
23 2021
Women's Philanthropy: A Virtual Snapshot of Our JCCs and JFS
7:00PM
Virtual Event | Jewish Federation of NENY
184 Washington Avenue Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
Jewish Federation of NENY, in partnership with our local Jewish organizations, is working hard to support and ensure …
Feb
24 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
24 2021
Book Discussion with author Ed Schwarzchild
12:00PM - 2:00PM
Virtual Event | Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(Bring your own) Lunch and Learn - Ed Schwarzchild discusses his third novel, In Security
Feb
24 2021
Beth Emeth Lunch & Learn with Rabbinic Intern, Alexandra Stein
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
WHY DO WE CELEBRATE PURIM THE WAY THAT WE DO? How did we get from the (very action-packed) story in the Book of Esthe…
Feb
24 2021
Community Coffee & Conversation
1:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Schmooze with Rabbi Matt! To join and learn more about ongoing programs at Congregation Gates of Heaven, visit www.c…
Feb
24 2021
(Re)Developing a Balanced Life - A Support Group
1:30PM - 2:30PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
Join others in a discussion on how to take control of our lives and our mods through a selection of meaningful activi…
Feb
24 2021
The World Turned Upside Down: Adult Ed
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
A Special Adult Education: The World Turned Upside Down -Ve'na'hafoch Hu
with Rabbi Matt Cutler and Arnie Rotenberg, …
Feb
25 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
25 2021
Grief & Loss Support Group
12:00PM - 2:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group provides support for those who are struggling with coping the death of a family member or friend. Join oth…
Feb
25 2021
Virtual Gates of Heaven Lunch and Learn
12:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Eat lunch while you learn a little Talmud and engage in a lively discussion led by Rabbi Matt. To join and learn more…
Feb
25 2021
Pandemic Support Group
3:00PM - 4:00PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
This group offers support for anyone who is struggling with the challenges and changes that have come with the pandem…
Feb
25 2021
Family Purim Celebration
4:30PM - 6:30PM
Congregation Agudat Achim
2117 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12309
Family Megillah reading, Costume parade, Recycled Groggers, Share Your Hero, Esther as a Hero, and much more!
Regist…
Feb
25 2021
Purim Drive in
5:00PM - 7:00PM
Clifton Commons
Clifton Common Blvd
Clifton Park, NY NY
Purim on the Road!
Drive into your favorite Purim party!!
Don’t miss the party of the year! Fun for kids and adul…
Feb
25 2021
Essential Purim Celebration! Drive-In/Outdoor
6:00PM
Historical Pruyn House
207 Old Niskayuna Rd
Latham, NY
To stay safe is of utmost importance, yet celebrating Purim is essential. Without compromising on the health of the c…
Feb
25 2021
Temple Sinai PURIM EVENT
6:00PM - 7:00PM
Temple Sinai
Grab those groggers and get out those costumes! We'll have student megillah chanters and a Purim spiel arranged by Ma…
Feb
25 2021
Purim Tailgate
6:15PM - 8:30PM
Bethlehem Chabad
393 Delaware Ave
Delmar, NY 12054
Join us for a Purim Tailgate outdoors at Chabad with a full BBQ packed to go!
Bundle up like a true winter tailgate …
Feb
25 2021
Erev Purim Celebration Zoom Meeting with Joey Glick
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Shaaray Tefila
68 Bay Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Join Joey Glick for EREV PURIM via ZOOM.
ZOOM instructions: Join Zoom Meeting (click link)
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/…
Feb
25 2021
Purim Services
7:00PM - 9:00PM
The Nassau Synagogue and Jewish Community Center
12 Albany Avenue
Nassau, NY 12123
Join the Nassau Shul on Zoom to hear the whole Megillah! If you wish, come in costume, bring your own grogger and ham…
Feb
25 2021
Purim Megillah Reading
7:15PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join Rabbi Matt Cutler for a non-traditional Traditional Megillah Reading for the whole family. Visit www.cgoh.org fo…
Feb
25 2021
Purim Party for Adults Virtual Game Show
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Purim Adult Game Show with So Fun City, hosted by a writer of the Carbonaro Effect. Contenstants feel like they are o…
Feb
26 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
26 2021
PJ Library Shabbat Baby & Toddler Time
10:00AM - 10:30AM
Virtual Event | Jewish Federation of NENY
184 Washington Avenue Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
**Now VIRTUAL!*
Join us for PJ Library Shabbat Baby & Toddler Time, celebrate Shabbat and …
Feb
26 2021
Erev Shabbat & Purim Service at Beth Emeth
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Join us via Live Stream on the CBE web site - www.BethEmethAlbany.org. Dress in your Purim costume for a fun Service …
Feb
26 2021
In-Person Kabbalat Shabbat at Temple Israel
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us at 5:30 PM on Friday evening for Kabbalat Shabbat. Pre-registration is required and can be found at www.tialb…
Feb
26 2021
Purim Family Shabbat Combined Service, Temple Beth-El & Shaaray Tefila
6:15PM - 7:30PM
Virtual Service
CST-Temple Combined Family PURIM Service via ZOOM with Joey Glick participating.
ZOOM link: https://zoom.us/j/2878429…
Feb
26 2021
"A 'Meme'orable Megillah" with The Shushan Squares
6:30PM
Virtual Event | Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
The Shushan Squares present "A 'Meme'orable Megillah" LiveStreamed Purim & Megillah Reading
Feb
26 2021
Gates of Heaven Shabbat Service
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join us for a warm, engaging, and musical Shabbat service lead by Rabbi Matt Cutler. Access our live-stream link at w…
Feb
27 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
27 2021
Torah Study at Gates of Heaven
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join Rabbi Cutler for a weekly Zoom Torah Study. No prior knowledge of Torah/Hebrew is needed. Each session is self-c…
Feb
27 2021
Torah Study at Beth Emeth
9:30AM - 10:30AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Join members of our congregation and community as we study the weekly Torah portion. No prior knowledge of Torah, Heb…
Feb
27 2021
In-Person Shabbat Morning services at Temple Israel
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us at 10 am on Saturday mornings for weekly Shabbat services. Pre-registration is required and can be found at w…
Feb
27 2021
Havdalah - Song and Conversation
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Shaaray Tefila
68 Bay Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Join Joey Glick for Havdalah with singing, discussion, and socializing via Zoom.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8613407587…
Feb
28 2021
J Kids Storytime Purim
8:00AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Attention parents and grandparents of children ages 2-5. There are new PURIM online learning opportunities for young …
Feb
28 2021
Hike at Colonie Town Park with Beth Emeth Brotherhood
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Meet at the trailhead at 278 Schemerhorn Rd #184; Colhone, NY 12047. Please wear a mask and RSVP to Mark Swyer mdswyer@h…
Feb
28 2021
Bible Players at Beth Emeth Live Stream
10:30AM - 11:30AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Today's performance is: "Esther to the Rescue" - A Purim Comedy. Join us for a fun Purim show! Go to the CBE Live Str…
Feb
28 2021
Purim CAR-nival
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Albany JCC
340 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208
Drive on over to the Albany JCC for safe and socially distanced parking lot activities and celebrate the super fun ho…
Feb
28 2021
FUN Purim BINGO Party (virtual)
4:00PM - 5:00PM
Virtual Event | Schenectady JCC
2565 Balltown Rd
Niskayuna, NY 12309
PURIM CELEBRATION Virtual BINGO with PRIZES!
Wear a costume for a chance to win extra prizes
Pick-up Bingo cards at…
Feb
28 2021
Purim Brooks BBQ Dinner at Beth Emeth
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Come to Beth Emeth and pick up dinner! Pre-registration only, please! $12/dinner which includes chicken, baked potato…