Lag BaOmer
May 5, 2026
May 15, 2026
Yom Yerushalayim
May 22 - May 23, 2026
Shavuot
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day (US)
May
1 2026
Jammies & Jeans
5:45PM - 7:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join us for the magic and music of Shabbat
Children of all ages and the adults who love them.
Pizza or Mac & Cheese…
May
2 2026
Torah Study | Cong Gates of Heaven
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Explore the Torah weekly with others as we share different or similar perspectives. All are welcome!
We meet in the S…
May
2 2026
Torah Study | Berith Sholom, Troy
9:30AM - 11:30AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Join Rabbi Gordon for weekly Torah study, a casual, interactive discussion based on the week’s Torah portion. All e…
May
3 2026
Living Room Learning
10:00AM - 11:00AM
To be provided upon registration
Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026 - 10:00 AM
Topic: “The Implications of G-d Making Us The Best That He Could.”
Present…
May
3 2026
Hudson River Clean Up
11:00AM - 2:00PM
with Temple Israel
Albany, NY
Join us for a day of Tikkun Olam cleaning the Hudson River.
May
3 2026
Israel-Palestine Conversation
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Members of the Israel-Palestine Conversation Chevra meet biweekly for respectful conversation, learning and action. W…
May
3 2026
SJCC Jewish Film Festival: 999: The Forgotten Girls with Stephen Berk
7:00PM
Schenectady JCC
2565 Balltown Rd
Niskayuna, NY 12309
Discussion Leader: Professor Stephen Berk
| 2024 | 105 min. | French (w/subtitles) | France
Discover the haunting t…
May
4 2026
May
9 2026
Public Service Recognition Week | Temple Israel
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us while we recognize and appreciate our public service providers!
May
5 2026
Lag Ba’Omer BBQ
5:00PM - 8:00PM
Clifton Park Chabad
495 Moe Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Clifton Park Chabad invites you to a Lag Ba’Omer BBQ!
Food- music- crafts- games!
Free admission!
Lag Ba’Omer is …
May
5 2026
Lag B'Omer BBQ & Bonfire
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Bethlehem Chabad
393 Delaware Avenue Delmar
New York, NY 12054-3419
Fire up the fun this Lag BaOmer! Join us for a BBQ & Bonfire packed with delicious bites, exciting activities, and gr…
May
6 2026
Community & Coffee | Cong. Gates of Heaven
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join us for current topics and fun or engaging discussion with others in person or virtually.
An enjoyable and occasi…
May
6 2026
Film Discussion: AMERICA AND THE HOLOCAUST
7:00PM
Virtual Event on Zoom
This PBS documentary offers a sobering look at the United States during a time marked by widespread antisemitism. It …
May
8 2026
Clifton Park Chabad Community Shabbat
7:30PM - 9:30PM
Clifton Park Chabad
495 Moe Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Community Shabbat ✨🍷
Join us for a beautiful Shabbat experience filled with warmth, community, and delicious fo…
May
9 2026
Torah Study | Cong Gates of Heaven
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Explore the Torah weekly with others as we share different or similar perspectives. All are welcome!
We meet in the S…
May
9 2026
Torah Study | Berith Sholom, Troy
9:30AM - 11:30AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Join Rabbi Gordon for weekly Torah study, a casual, interactive discussion based on the week’s Torah portion. All e…
May
9 2026
Torah Study | Beth Emeth, Albany
9:30AM - 10:30AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Dive into lively discussions about the weekly Torah portion with this welcoming community – no experience necessary…
May
9 2026
Shabbat Morning Service with Torah Study
10:00AM - 1:30PM
Nassau Synagogue and Jewish Community Center
12 Albany Avenue
Nassau, NY 12123
Shabbat Morning Service with Torah Study followed by a delicious kosher lunch.
May
11 2026
Kosher Food Club | Clifton Park Chabad
2:45PM - 4:45PM
Clifton Park Chabad
495 Moe Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
KFC: Kosher Food Club
Where fun, food, and great discussions meet!
📅 Monday, May 11 | 2:45 PM
Join us for a deli…
May
12 2026
Bat Mitzvah Club | Clifton Park Chabad
4:30PM - 6:00PM
Clifton Park Chabad
495 Moe Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Join the Bat Mitzvah Club on May 12th as we explore the story of Ruth and the values she represents, including kindne…
May
12 2026
Interfaith Alliance Dinner
5:30PM
Albany Country Club
The Interfaith Alliance of Upstate New York is pleased to announce the Annual Rev. Robert Lamar Memorial Dinner. Ple…
May
12 2026
Sandy Schuman Presents: Jewish Stories Every Person Should Know
6:00PM - 7:30PM
Delaware Branch Library
331 Delaware Ave
Albany, NY USA, NY 12209
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with Sandy Shuman, local historian and professional storyteller! Join us for…
May
13 2026
Life After the Clock: A Retirement Support Group
10:00AM - 11:00AM
JFS Center for Counseling & Resilience
184 Washington Ave Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
Join our Life After the Clock Group, a supportive, therapist-led group designed for adults who are recently retired a…
May
13 2026
Community & Coffee | Cong. Gates of Heaven
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join us for current topics and fun or engaging discussion with others in person or virtually.
An enjoyable and occasi…
May
13 2026
Resin & Rose
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Bethlehem Chabad
393 Delaware Ave
Delmar, NY 12054
Join us for many amazing womens events this year at Bethlehem Chabad!
May
14 2026
Jewish Federation Board of Directors Meeting
Offiste at Schenectady JCC--starting with a tour at 6:30 PM.
May
15 2026
COMMUNITY SHABBAT
6:00PM
Sidney Albert Albany JCC
340 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208
Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York unites with local clergy to offer the fourth an…
May
16 2026
Torah Study | Cong Gates of Heaven
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Explore the Torah weekly with others as we share different or similar perspectives. All are welcome!
We meet in the S…
May
16 2026
Torah Study | Berith Sholom, Troy
9:30AM - 11:30AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Join Rabbi Gordon for weekly Torah study, a casual, interactive discussion based on the week’s Torah portion. All e…
May
16 2026
Torah Study | Beth Emeth, Albany
9:30AM - 10:30AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Dive into lively discussions about the weekly Torah portion with this welcoming community – no experience necessary…
May
17 2026
CKids: Sinai Climb & Cheesecake Bake | Clifton Park Chabad
11:00AM - 12:30PM
Clifton Park Chabad
495 Moe Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
CKids: The Sinai Climb & Cheesecake Bake ⛰️🍰
It's going to be a day of explorations, creativity, and... you g…
May
17 2026
Temple Israel's Mitzvah Day
2:00PM - 4:00PM
Temple Israel
600 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Join us for our annual day of giving back!
May
17 2026
Israel-Palestine Conversation
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Members of the Israel-Palestine Conversation Chevra meet biweekly for respectful conversation, learning and action. W…
May
18 2026
Albany JCC Pillars Event
6:00PM
Albany JCC
340 Whitehall Road
Albany, NY 12208
More information to come!
May
18 2026
JWC: The Art of Sourdough- From Starter to Crust | Clifton Park Chabad
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Clifton Park Chabad
495 Moe Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
There is something deeply special about breaking bread together. Join us for an evening of learning, laughter, and th…
May
18 2026
RCS: Lift Your Life
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Bethlehem Chabad
393 Delaware Ave
Delmar, NY 12054
The Rosh Chodesh Society’s upcoming course, Lift Your Life, invites us all to live higher, gently guiding us in tra…
May
19 2026
JFS Board Meeting
5:45PM - 6:45PM
Jewish Family Services of NENY
184 Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12203
JFS Board Meeting
May
20 2026
Life After the Clock: A Retirement Support Group
10:00AM - 11:00AM
JFS Center for Counseling & Resilience
184 Washington Ave Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
Join our Life After the Clock Group, a supportive, therapist-led group designed for adults who are recently retired a…
May
20 2026
Community & Coffee | Cong. Gates of Heaven
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join us for current topics and fun or engaging discussion with others in person or virtually.
An enjoyable and occasi…
May
20 2026
Trivia @ Ship's Pub
7:00PM
Ship's Pub
Albany, NY
Join YAD for trivia at Ship's Pub in Albany!
RSVP here: https://jewishfedny.regfox.com/yad-event-registration-form
May
21 2026
Grief & Loss Support Group
5:00PM - 6:00PM
JFS Center for Counseling & Resilience
184 Washington Ave Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
Join our Grief & Loss Support Group, a compassionate space for anyone navigating the loss of a loved one. Together, w…
May
21 2026
Erev Shavuot: Study, Services, and Yizkor
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Nassau Synagogue and Jewish Community Center
12 Albany Avenue
Nassau, NY 12123
Erev Shavuot: Study, Services, and Yizkor
Please register on our website
May
21 2026
May
23 2026
Shavuot Scholar-In-Residence with Rabbi Roy Feldman | May 21-23 @ CBAJ
7:55PM - 10:00PM
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Road
Albany, NY 12208
Shavuot Scholar-In-Residence: May 21-23 (Memorial Day Weekend) With Rabbi Roy Feldman
To RSVP and/or for Sponsorship…
May
22 2026
Shavuot Ten Commandments & Deluxe Dairy Dinner
5:00PM - 7:00PM
Bethlehem Chabad
393 Delaware Avenue Delmar
New York, NY 12054-3419
Celebrate Shavuot with us and hear the Ten Commandments along with a delicious dairy dinner buffet, plus an ice cream…
May
22 2026
Shavuot Dairy Buffet and Ten Commandments | Clifton Park Chabad
5:30PM - 8:30PM
Clifton Park Chabad
495 Moe Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Let’s join together to receive the Torah anew for the 3339th time!
~ Hear the Ten Commandments
~ Enjoy Dairy Dinn…
May
23 2026
Torah Study | Cong Gates of Heaven
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Explore the Torah weekly with others as we share different or similar perspectives. All are welcome!
We meet in the S…
May
23 2026
Torah Study | Berith Sholom, Troy
9:30AM - 11:30AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Join Rabbi Gordon for weekly Torah study, a casual, interactive discussion based on the week’s Torah portion. All e…
May
23 2026
Torah Study | Beth Emeth, Albany
9:30AM - 10:30AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Dive into lively discussions about the weekly Torah portion with this welcoming community – no experience necessary…
May
26 2026
Summer 2026 Senior Lunch & Learn Series with Rabbi Ben Kean
12:30PM - 1:30PM
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Road
Albany, NY 12203
Summer 2026 Senior Lunch & Learn Series, with Rabbi Ben Kean
Topic: Jewish Response to Modernity
Dates: May 26 | Ju…
May
26 2026
The Star of David One People. Many Voices. What's yours?
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Schenectady JCC
2565 Balltown Road
Niskayuna, NY 12309
The essence of this program is to spark reflection and discussion about Jewish identity, Israel, and Peoplehood throu…
May
27 2026
Life After the Clock: A Retirement Support Group
10:00AM - 11:00AM
JFS Center for Counseling & Resilience
184 Washington Ave Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
Join our Life After the Clock Group, a supportive, therapist-led group designed for adults who are recently retired a…
May
27 2026
Senior Moments
12:00PM - 1:30PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Congregation Gates of Heaven invites the community to another
engaging installment of its popular Senior Moments seri…
May
27 2026
Community & Coffee | Cong. Gates of Heaven
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Join us for current topics and fun or engaging discussion with others in person or virtually.
An enjoyable and occasi…
May
27 2026
Israel at a Crossroads with Rabbi Rick Jacobs, URJ President
7:00PM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Israel at a Crossroads with Rabbi Rick Jacobs
Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Ju…
May
28 2026
Grief & Loss Support Group
5:00PM - 6:00PM
JFS Center for Counseling & Resilience
184 Washington Ave Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
Join our Grief & Loss Support Group, a compassionate space for anyone navigating the loss of a loved one. Together, w…
May
28 2026
“TO BE CONTINUED!” Maimonides Dinner
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Shabbos House
320 Fuller Rd
Albany, NY 12203
Maimonides Dinner 5786/2026 Honoring:
3 Generations of the Laber Family
Dr. Aaron & Becca Zlatapolsky
This year’s …
May
30 2026
Torah Study | Cong Gates of Heaven
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Congregation Gates of Heaven
852 Ashmore Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
Explore the Torah weekly with others as we share different or similar perspectives. All are welcome!
We meet in the S…
May
30 2026
Torah Study | Berith Sholom, Troy
9:30AM - 11:30AM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Join Rabbi Gordon for weekly Torah study, a casual, interactive discussion based on the week’s Torah portion. All e…
May
30 2026
Torah Study | Beth Emeth, Albany
9:30AM - 10:30AM
Congregation Beth Emeth
100 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
Dive into lively discussions about the weekly Torah portion with this welcoming community – no experience necessary…
May
30 2026
Shabbat Morning Service with Torah Study
10:00AM - 1:30PM
Nassau Synagogue and Jewish Community Center
12 Albany Avenue
Nassau, NY 12123
Shabbat Morning Service with Torah Study followed by a delicious kosher lunch.
May
31 2026
Israel-Palestine Conversation
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Congregation Berith Sholom
167 3rd St
Troy, NY 12180
Members of the Israel-Palestine Conversation Chevra meet biweekly for respectful conversation, learning and action. W…
May
31 2026
Neimah's 28th Annual Concert
4:00PM
Congregation Agudat Achim
2117 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12309
Guest Performer Cantor Shira Ginsburg
The Ne'imah Jewish Community Chorus will perform its first post-COVID concert …
May
31 2026
Save the date!
Join us for Celebrating the Vision of Jewish Education
Dinner and dialogue with Dr. Michael Kay and …