Saturday, Sept. 7
Jeruvian Lunch
An authentic Jewish and Peruvian meal! Join Own Your Judaism for a homemade lunch in Mequon with a Shabbat teaching by Moishe Steigmann, The Mindful Rabbi. Sept. 9, 1 p.m. Address provided upon RSVPing. $36/person. RSVP by 9/3. Contact: moishe@ownyourjudaism.org
Sunday, Sept. 8
Tapestry of the Arts Festival
2nd Annual JCC Tapestry of the Arts Festival, a celebration that welcomes young families, artists, art lovers, live music enthusiasts, and foodies. This family-friendly event will feature 100+ local artists, food and live music. Members and community $5. Kids get in free. Sept. 8, 9:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Hosted by Tapestry: Arts & Ideas and Adult Social Programs at the JCC. Contact Reva Fox: RFox@jccmilwaukee.org.
Tuesday, Sept. 10
Crash Course in Judaism
Join Moishe Steigmann, The Mindful Rabbi, for an eight-part, online crash course in Judaism. We offer a complete introduction to Jewish thought, practice, theology, ideology and relevance in today’s world. Via Zoom. Sept. 10, 11 a.m. For registration information — including discount options for synagogue members — email moishe@ownyourjudaism.org.
Monday, Sept. 9
Civility in Our Times
Join for a community-wide gathering to hear thoughts about civility in our times — and in our city — during a moderated panel discussion with Milwaukee community leaders. Sept. 9, 6:30 p.m. Arts At Large,1100 S. 5th St., Milwaukee. Contact Shai Wise: 414-390-5724.
Thursday, Sept. 12
Pop-Up Beer Garden
Live acoustic music by Jon Hintz and craft beer available for purchase from New Barons Brewing Cooperative. Pretzels from Milwaukee Pretzel Company will be available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, etc. Children are welcome to tag along, but kids activities will not be provided. Free and open to the community. No registration required. Sept. 12, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. JCC Fenced Courtyard – Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay.
Sunday, Sept. 15
Peace Over Israel
Hazzan Jeremy Stein presents Shalom Al Yisrael – Peace Over Israel: A Musical Tribute to the Jewish Homeland. Featuring guest cantors Laurie Akers of Chicago and Luis Cattan of New York City, the trio will lead the audience in familiar favorites and newer hits from Israel. Tickets $18. Sept. 15, 4-6 p.m. Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid, 6880 N. Green Bay Ave., Glendale. Contact the office to purchase tickets at 414-352-7310 or email marlynnb@cbintmilwaukee.org.
Thursday, Sept. 19
Seminar
The Crime of Menticide: Antisemitism and Hate Speech in American Law. In this seminar, James Loeffler discusses methodological approaches to historicizing key modern universal concepts ranging from human rights to classical music to racism. Zoom option available. Sept. 19, 7 p.m. Golda Meir Library, 4th Floor Conference Center, 2311 E. Hartford Ave., Milwaukee. Learn more at bit.ly/JamesLoeffler.
Sunday, Sept. 22
Special ribbon cutting
Unveiling the new Sarah Chudnow Family Display. The ribbon cutting for the Sarah Chudnow Family Legacy Display followed by light refreshments. Entertainment will be provided by Yanni Chudnow’s Klezmer Band. Sept. 22, 3 p.m. Ovation Jewish Home – Rubenstein Pavilion, 1410 N. Prospect Ave., Milwaukee.
Remembrance of Things Present
The story of the Holocaust continues far past liberation. These stories of the descendants of survivors, once kept secret, are now brought to life in a work of inspirational theatre. Remembrance of Things Present, a Salon Theatre production from The Braid. Sept. 22, 4 p.m. Ivy House, 906 S. Barclay St., Milwaukee. Learn more and register at HolocaustCenterMilwaukee.org/theBraid.
Tuesday, Sept. 24
Banned Book Club
Join JCC this fall to continue the exploration of books that are banned – or facing bans – across the country. Dive deep into the historical and contemporary reasons behind the suppression of thought. The meetings offer a safe and open forum to share ideas, foster meaningful discussions, and to think critically about literature that’s been deemed controversial. Members $6. Community $7. Sept. 24, 10 a.m. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Contact Reva Fox: RFox@jccmilwaukee.org.
Wednesday, Sept. 25
Sisterhood
Enjoy an exclusive first look at a portrait series featuring photographs by acclaimed Israeli photojournalist Avishag Shaar-Yashuv showcasing nine relationships between women from The Jewish Agency’s Fund for Victims of Terror and the women they helped during the war. Free and open to the community. Sept. 25, 5 p.m. Maurice S. Surlow Promenade – Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Contact Reva Fox: RFox@jccmilwaukee.org.
Thursday, Sept. 26
Opening of Against the Grain
Showcasing art from Bernard Perlin’s estate, this is an originally curated exhibit by Jewish Museum Milwaukee. This exhibit celebrates and brings deserved visibility to an individual who lived passionately and unapologetically against the grain. Born to Russian Jewish immigrants in 1918, artist-activist Perlin was a talented painter, illustrator, war artist-correspondent, and photographer, who tackled stylistic genres, the horrors of World War II, issues of social justice, and homosexuality with conviction and bravery. Sept. 26, 7-9 p.m. Jewish Museum Milwaukee, 1360 N. Prospect Ave., Milwaukee. Learn more at JewishMuseumMilwaukee.org. Contact: Info@JewishMuseumMilwaukee.org.
Friday, Sept. 27
If It’s Not Impossible
This presentation is an inspiring tale of a man who saved 669 children during wartime. Nick Winton, Jr. (son of Sir Nicholas Winton, Holocaust rescuer), will be presenting at Congregation Shalom during Shabbat services. There will be a Q&A following services during the Oneg. Free and open to the public. Sept. 27, 6 p.m. Congregation Shalom, 7630 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Milwaukee. Learn more and register at HolocaustCenterMilwaukee.org/NickWinton.
Sunday, Sept. 29
Annual Campaign volunteer training
2025 Annual Campaign Volunteer Kickoff. Join Milwaukee Jewish Federation for an afternoon of inspiration as we come together to launch the 2025 Annual Campaign. Whether you’re an experienced volunteer or looking to make a difference at this pivotal time in our Jewish history. Sept. 29, 3:30 p.m. Milwaukee Youth Art Center, 325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee.
120th Anniversary
Celebrate the 120th Anniversary of Congregation Anshai Lebowitz. Enjoy remarks by Rabbi Pinchas Levin & Concert by Renowned Israeli Cantor Avner Zadok. Reception with light refreshments. Contributions are appreciated. Sept. 29, 4 p.m. Congregation Anshai Lebowitz, 2415 W. Mequon Rd., Mequon. Contact Ruth Ann Guthmann: 262-777-0097.
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