Coming Events, February 2026

Monday, Feb. 2 

Joyful Little Trees 
Relax and get creative during a step-by-step painting session for adults. Enjoy a drink while crafting your own masterpiece. Feb. 2, 7 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center. More information: jccmilwaukee.org/paint. 

Tuesday, Feb. 3 

New Moon Sound Bath 
Celebrate Rosh Chodesh and the beginning of a new lunar cycle with a restorative sound bath for reflection, renewal, and intention-setting. Feb. 3, 7:15 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center. More information: jccmilwaukee.org/soundbath. 

Thursday, Feb. 5 

NextGen Social Gathering 
Evening of connection and camaraderie for young adults to unwind with a drink, enjoy lively conversation, and build new friendships, welcoming both newcomers and longtime locals. Feb. 5, 5:30–7 p.m. Vendetta Coffee Bar. RSVP at milwaukeejewish.org/nextgenevents 

Friday, Feb. 6 

Disability Inclusion Art Show 
Celebrate creativity at the annual Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion (JDAAIM) Art Show, featuring artwork from Gesher participants. View a year of artistic growth and honor the talent of these amazing artists. Feb. 6, 4 p.m. JCC Milwaukee. More information: jccmilwaukee.org/artshow. 

Sunday, Feb. 15

Jewish Artists’ Exhibition 
Community members are invited to attend Ahavat Yisroel: Love of a Fellow Jew. Admission to the art exhibition and a wine and cheese reception. Cost: $18. Feb. 15, 3–5 p.m. The Shul Center, 8825 N. Lake Drive, Bayside. More information: shulcenter.org/artshow. 

Monday, Feb. 16 

Gil Hoffman Lecture 
Join Congregation Shalom for an evening with Gil Hoffman, Executive Director of HonestReporting, presenting “Peace, Politics and Propaganda: An Insider’s Look at the Fight for Israel on the Media Battlefield and What You Can Do to Help.” Light refreshments will be served. Feb. 16, Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; lecture begins at 8 p.m. Congregation Shalom, 7630 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Milwaukee. More information: cong-shalom.org/form/GilHoffman. 

Tuesday, Feb.17 

Banned Book Club: Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh 
Join the JCC Banned Book Club to explore Brideshead Revisited, a story set between the World Wars following Charles Ryder and his connection to the aristocratic Flyte family, examining themes of friendship, faith, longing, and nostalgia. Feb. 17, 1 p.m., Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center. More information: jccmilwaukee.org/bookclub. 

Thursday, Feb. 19 

Coffee with the Shlicha 
Join Community Shlicha Noa Gerassi for an open, casual chat about the complexity of current events in Israel. This ongoing series offers space to learn, reflect, and connect. Feb. 19, 3:30 p.m. Ovation Communities,1414 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee. RSVP by contacting Community Shlicha Noa Gerassi at 414-881-2124 or 
NoaG@milwaukeejewish.org

Sunday, March 1 

Super Mario Purim Carnival 
Congregation Shalom invites families to celebrate Super Mario Purim with Religious School at 9:30 a.m., a Purim spiel in the sanctuary at 10:30 a.m., and a Purim Carnival from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., featuring games, a bounce house, face painting, food, and treats. Wristbands: $25, including unlimited gameplay, bounce house access, cake walk, and lunch. March 1, 10 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Congregation Shalom, Milwaukee. More information: cong-shalom.org/form/bracelets26.  

Sunday, March 15 

Salute to Jewish Educators 
Celebrate Coalition for Jewish Learning for the 2026 Salute to Jewish Educators, an annual celebration honoring dedicated teachers. March 15, 3–5 p.m., Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC, Daniel M. Soref Community Hall, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Learn more at MilwaukeeJewish.org/Salute.