Sunday, May 5
Community Art Project
Honor the legacies of fallen Israeli soldiers through an exhibit in the Surlow Promenade. In collaboration with the Milwaukee Jewish Federation, the Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center presents an exhibition that pays tribute to the legacies of fallen Israeli soldiers. Artists will be asked to create their interpretation of a kalaniot based on a soldier’s biography of their choosing. May 5, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Learn more at JccMilwaukee.org/event/honoring-soldiers-art-exhibit.
Yom HaShoah
Stand with the Milwaukee community in memorial to the Six Million and in remembrance of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising and all resistance. May 5, 3 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Jewish Community Center, Daniel M. Soref Community Hall, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Learn more and RSVP at MilwaukeeJewish.org/Yamim. Contact MichaelM@MilwaukeeJewish.org or 414-963-2716.
Monday, May 6
Coffee with the Shlicha
Come enjoy coffee and conversation about the complexity of the current events in Israel. May 6, 9 a.m. Hannah’s Kitchen at CAFĀ B DATA, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Contact NoaG@MilwaukeeJewish.org for more information.
Pickleball
All skill levels are welcome. Members free. Community $25. Every Monday from April 8 to May 20, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Learn more and register at JccMilwaukee.org/event. For private lessons, please reach out to jklavens@jccmilwaukee.org
Tuesday, May 7
All About Lag B’Omer
LOMED Lunch & Learn. Grab your lunch and learn all about Lag B’Omer. Discover ways to get your students involved and excited about Lag B’Omer. Join in person at the Linda and Fred Wein Family Center for Gan Ami Early Childhood Education Board Room. Zoom option available. May 7, 1-2 p.m. Gan Ami Mequon, 10813 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon. Contact NicoleB@MilwaukeeJewish.org.
The Jewish Art of Wellness
Explore wellness through a Jewish lens, highlighting the belief that caring for our bodies is a sacred duty. All are welcome to join for an educational conversation followed by gentle yoga practice. Members $20. Community $28. May 7, 7-8 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Register online at JccMilwaukee.org/event.
Wednesday, May 8
Israeli Wine Tasting
Join for a special Israeli Wine Tasting event. Indulge in a flavorful adventure where you’ll sip on Israeli wines while hearing firsthand stories from community members about the recent Israel Solidarity Mission. May 8, 7 p.m. Villa Terrace, 2220 N. Terrace Ave., Milwaukee. MilwaukeeJewish.org/NextGen.
Sunday, May 12
ART AFTERNOON WITH OWN YOUR JUDAISM & BECCA SEGAL
Join Own Your Judaism and Becca Segal for Art Afternoon. In this class, The New Ketubah: A Love Contract for Yourself, create a piece that celebrates an obligation to your personal wellbeing and unique selves. No painting experience necessary, art supplies provided. Cost: $25/$45. May 12th, 3-5 p.m. Material Studios & Galleries, 207 E. Buffalo St., #600 (6th Floor), Milwaukee. RSVP/Questions: moishe@ownyourjudaism.org
Monday, May 13
Yom HaZikaron
Join in honoring Israel’s victims of terror and fallen soldiers and veterans of the Israel Defense Forces and other Israeli security services. May 13, 6:45 p.m. Learn more and RSVP at MilwaukeeJewish.org/Yamim. Contact AbigailS@MilwaukeeJewish.org or 414-390-5724.
Thursday, May 16
Banned Book Club
Banned Book Club: “They Call Us Enemy,” by George Takei. Dive into the history of suppressing thought and why states and school districts are banning books. In conjunction with Tapestry, a program of the Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC. Worth 1 LOMED credit. Members $5. Community $6. May 16, 7 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Register at JccMilwaukee.org/event/banned-book-club-they-called-us-enemy.
Jewish music concert
In this program, Klezmer Concert: Eastern European Jewish Music, the klezmer group A Band’n All Hope will provide a broad range of songs that emerge from this era while providing historical insights about the origins of the lyrics, melodies, and stories that the tunes can tell. In partnership with Ovation Chai Point. Members $5. Community $6. Free for Ovation Chai Point Residents. May 16, 7 p.m. Rubenstein Pavilion at Ovation Chai Point, 1400 N. Prospect Ave., Milwaukee. Register and learn more at JewishMuseumMilwaukee.org/events.
Cream City Schmooze
Every month, young adults are invited to join NextGen for an evening of connection and camaraderie. Unwind with a refreshing drink and engage in lively conversation with fellow young adults. Open to adults aged 22-45. May 16, 5:30 p.m. Broken Bat Brewery, 135 E Pittsburgh Ave, Milwaukee. Learn more and RSVP at MilwaukeeJewish.org/NextGen.
Sunday, May 19
Yom HaAtzmaut
Join inWisconsin’s largest celebration of Israel – featuring Israeli experiential sensation Koolulam. Food available for purchase and family games. May 19, 2 p.m. Learn more and RSVP at MilwaukeeJewish.org/Yamim. Contact AbigailS@MilwaukeeJewish.org or 414-390-5724.
Wednesday, May 22
A pickle problem
The Deli Revival and American Jewish Religion, with Rachel B. Gross, Associate Professor of Jewish Studies. This lecture examines how restaurateurs make American Jewish food fit for the 21st century. Emphasizing sustainability & local produce. Members $27. Community $35. May 22, 6-7:30 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay.
Tuesday, May 28
All About Shavuot
LOMED Lunch & Learn. Grab your lunch and learn all about Shavuot! Discover ways to get your students involved and excited about Shavuot. Join in person at the JCC in the Glazer Board Room. Zoom option available. May 28, 12-1 p.m. Glazer Board Room at the Harry & Rose Samson Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Contact NicoleB@MilwaukeeJewish.org.
Wednesday, May 29
Online Shavuot Class
Own Your Judaism is sponsoring a second class during the Shabbat and Holiday series, taught by Moishe Steigmann, The Mindful Rabbi. This class is about the centrality of Shavuot in the formation of your unique Jewish identity. Class is online. Cost: $18. May 29th, 6:30 p.m. RSVP/Questions: moishe@ownyourjudaism.org
Thursday, May 30
Breakfast for Israel
Join fellow Zionists for Jewish National Fund’s annual Breakfast for Israel and learn how JNF are making a difference in the lives of people affected by the Oct. 7 atrocities. Hear about JNF’s plan to rebuild the envelope and make it home again. Featuring Shahar Azani, Veteran Israeli Diplomat & Senior Vice President, Jewish Broadcasting Services. No Cost to Attend. May 30, 7:30-9 a.m. Milwaukee, WI. Address provided upon registration. Contact: Kim Levy at KLevy@JNF.org or (847) 656-8880 x763.
June 2
Garden inauguration
Torah Academy of Milwaukee will, at 2 p.m., June 2, inaugurate the Nathaniel Hoffman Legacy Garden. For more information call 414-352-6789 or email tamoffice@torahacademymil.org.
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