Coming Events, June 2026 | Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle

Coming Events, June 2026

Monday, June 2 

Economic Forum 

Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s Economic Forum will take place Tuesday, June 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Pfister Hotel. The keynote speaker will be Marci Rossell, an expert economic forecaster and former co-host of CNBC’s “Squawk Box.” The program will include analysis from local panelists. For information, visit Milwaukee Jewish Federation Economic Forum or contact Ryan Woloshin at RyanW@MilwaukeeJewish.org or 414-390-5774. 

Friday, June 5 

Memory program 

SPARK!, a cultural engagement program for people with early- to mid-stage memory loss and their care partners, will take place Friday, June 5, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Jewish Museum Milwaukee. The theme is “Back to School Summer Camp: Sharing Summer Spirit.” The free program includes discussion, art-making and museum engagement activities. Registration is required. For information, contact Carol Ann Skurulsky at CSkurulsky@ovation.org or 414-277-8849. 

Community conversation 

“Shalom Shmooze,” a casual community conversation gathering hosted by Congregation Shalom, will take place Friday, June 5, from 11 a.m. to noon at Congregation Shalom. The event is designed to bring people together in an informal setting to share conversation and build community. For information, call 414-352-9288 or visit Congregation Shalom. 

Saturday, June 6 

Study minyan 

Shabbat Morning Study Minyan will take place Saturday, June 6, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Congregation Emanu-El B’ne Jeshurun. The morning includes an informal service beginning at 9 a.m., followed by noshing and Torah study at 10 a.m. All are welcome regardless of background or level of knowledge. 

Sunday, June 7 

Jewish Community Chorale 

The Jewish Community Chorale annual concert, “Shirei Libeinu / Songs of Our Hearts,” will take place Sunday, June 7, at 3 p.m. at Congregation Emanu-El B’ne Jeshurun and will also be livestreamed. The concert will feature special guest composer Dave Schlossberg and honor Merzy Eisenberg. For information, visit MilwaukeeJewishCommunityChorale.org. 

‘A Jewish Olympian’s Journey’ 

The Steve Solochek Memorial Lecture, “Skating Between Worlds: A Jewish Olympian’s Journey,” will take place Sunday, June 7, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. at Rubenstein Pavilion, Ovation Jewish Home. Olympic speed skater Emery Lehman will discuss his athletic journey, Jewish identity and personal resilience. The lecture is connected to the themes of “48 Jews: Layers of Identity.” Tickets and information are available through Jewish Museum Milwaukee: JewishMuseumMilwaukee.org 

Thursday, June 11 

Young adults 

A NextGen Milwaukee community schmooze will take place Thursday, June 11, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at OPE! Brewing Co.. The gathering is designed for young adults ages 22-45 to connect, network and unwind over drinks and conversation. For information, contact Nicole Gorelik at 414-390-5720 or visit NextGen Milwaukee. 

Saturday, June 13 

Study minyan 

Shabbat Morning Study Minyan will take place Saturday, June 13, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Congregation Emanu-El B’ne Jeshurun. The morning begins with an informal service at 9 a.m., followed by noshing and Torah study at 10 a.m. All are welcome regardless of background or level of knowledge. 

Shabbat hike 

“Own Your Judaism Shabbat Hike.” This season’s first Shabbat hike will be Saturday, June 13 at 10am. Hike leader will be Debbie Calliff.  More information and registration: OwnYourJudaism.org 

Sunday, June 14 

In your 20s? 

“NextGen MKE 20s: Doing Good Together” will take place Sunday, June 14, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Ovation Communities. Hosted by NextGen Milwaukee, the event invites young adults in their 20s to connect with Ovation residents through a shared meal and interactive ceramics activity. The volunteer opportunity is open to ages 22-29. For information, contact Nicole Gorelik at 414-390-5720 or visit NextGen Milwaukee. 

Wednesday, June 17 

Cream City Beit Midrash 

Own Your Judaism and Tikkun Ha-Ir co-present Cream City Beit Midrash, Summer Beer Garden Edition. This event will be on Wednesday, June 17 at Estabrook Park Beer Garden from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. More information and registration: OwnYourJudaism.org 

Thursday, June 18 

Annual Meeting 

Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s Annual Meeting 2026 will take place Thursday, June 18, at 6 p.m. at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center in the Daniel M. Soref Community Hall. The event will provide a public update on the Federation’s work, priorities and strategic direction. A board reception will begin at 5:15 p.m. Registration is requested by June 11. For information, contact KatieP@MilwaukeeJewish.org. 

Thursday, June 25 

Jammin at the JCC 

“Jammin at the JCC: Bubbles, Beats & Summer Treats” will take place Thursday, June 25, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center. The free family-friendly event will feature music, movement and activities for children, including entertainment by Kid Boogie Down. Parents can enjoy refreshments from New Barons Brewing Cooperative. The event is designed for both children and adults. JccMilwaukee.org.