Labor Day
Community Calendar
A calendar of events hosted and sponsored by agencies and members of the Greater New Haven & Shoreline communities.
To submit changes or updates to an event, email marketing@jewishnewhaven.org.
Sep 4, 2017
Sep
5 2017
JTE March of the Living Information Session
7:00PM - 9:00PM
JCC of Greater New Haven
360 Amity Rd.
Woodbridge, CT 06525
March of the Living is a an annual educational program which brings students from around the world to Poland, where t…
Sep
6 2017
"The Milky Way" Film
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Mitchell Branch Library
37 Harrison St.
New Haven, CT 06515
The Milky Way is a groundbreaking documentary about breastfeeding that will empower women to trust their bodies, thei…
Sep
6 2017
"What is Jewish Humor", presented by Joyce Saltman
7:00PM
Tower One/Tower East
18 Tower Lane
New Haven, CT 06519
Join us for a presentation by Joyce Saltman on "What is Jewish Humor!" For more information please contact…
Sep
6 2017
Jewish Federation 2018 Campaign Kickoff
7:00PM - 9:00PM
JCC of Greater New Haven
360 Amity Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Volunteer. Become and ambassador. Learn effective strategies to engage donors.
Sep
6 2017
What is Jewish Humor, presented by Joyce Saltman
7:00PM
Tower One/Tower East
18 Tower Lane
New Haven, CT 06519
Join us for a presentation by Joyce Saltman on "What is Jewish Humor!" For more information please contact…
Sep
6 2017
Ezra Academy Board Meeting
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Ezra Academy
75 Rimmon Road
Woodbridge, 06525
Ezra Academy Board Meeting
Sep
7 2017
Shoreline Adult Ed.: The Healing Power of Psalms-A Spiritual Journey
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Shoreline Office - Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven
705 Boston Post Rd.
Building C , Suite 2A
Guilford, CT 06437
Facilitated by Sydney Perry, Director of Education at Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven and sponsored by…
Sep
7 2017
The Towers Lunch and Learn program, presented by Rabbi Scolnic
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Tower One/Tower East
18 Tower Lane
New Haven, CT 06519
Enjoy a lively and informative "Lunch & Learn Program" presented by Rabbi Benjamin Scolnic.. Please RSVP by Wed.…
Sep
7 2017
Towers Lunch and Learn program, presented by Rabbi Scolnic
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Tower One/Tower East
18 Tower Lane
New Haven, CT 06519
Enjoy a lively and informative "Lunch & Learn Program" presented by Rabbi Benjamin Scolnic.. Please RSVP by Wed.…
Sep
8 2017
Shabbat Under the Stars at Temple Emanuel
6:00PM - 7:00PM
Temple Emanuel
150 Derby Avenue
Orange, CT 06477
Come welcome Shabbat under the stars at Temple Emanuel of Greater New Haven on Friday, September 8. Come and join u…
Sep
9 2017
B'nai Jacob Shabbat Lunch and Learn
12:30PM - 2:00PM
Edie Goodmaster
"Build Me a Home that I May Dwell Among You"
The planning and design of Congregation B'nai Jacob's be…
Sep
9 2017
Shabbat Schmooze - Moving Toward Literact in Our Community. How do we help?
12:45PM - 2:00PM
Congregation Beth El-Keser Israel
85 Harrison Street
New Haven, CT 0
Moving Toward Literacy in Our Community. How do we help? Presented by Brenda Brenner, Coordinator Jewish Coalition…
Sep
10 2017
Speak Up: Storytelling Workshop With Matthew Dicks
9:00AM - 5:00PM
JCC of Greater New Haven Auditorium
360 Amity Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
For more information on other exciting events, please see our Program Guide.
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Sep
10 2017
Nutrition Upgrade Program Info Session
10:00AM - 10:45AM
New! NUTRITION UPGRADE PROGRAM
We’re going digital!
Whether you want to lose weight, improve your health …
Sep
10 2017
Rosh Hashana Crafts and Snack
11:15AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Beth El-Keser Israel
85 Harrison Street
New Haven, CT 06515
Join Youth and Family Programs and BEKI Religious School for some Pre-Rosh Hashana fun, crafts and snacks! Make an ap…
Sep
10 2017
The Towers - Founders Day Celebration!
1:00PM - 3:00PM
Tower One/Tower East
18 Tower Lane
New Haven, CT 06519
In honor of the 50th Anniversary of Tower One/Tower East
Sep
10 2017
SCHA Gala Dinner
5:00PM - 9:00PM
Tribute dinner to Rabbi Maurice I. Hecht's 25th Yartziet.
Details to follow.
Sep
10 2017
ADL Presents: "Voices"
5:30PM - 8:30PM
Levitt Pavilion
40 Jesup Rd
Westport, CT 06880
For over 100 years, the Anti-Defamation League has used its voice to build mutual respect among communities. Now,…
Sep
11 2017
Kids Can Cook
4:00PM - 5:00PM
JCC of Greater New Haven Kitchen
360 Amity Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Who said kids can't cook? Not us! This cooking class teaches kids ages 8-13 how to make great food. Each class ends w…
Sep
12 2017
September Vacation Program (New Haven)
8:30AM - 6:00PM
JCC of Greater New Haven
360 Amity Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Full day vacation program for children in grades k-8. The day includes a kosher peanut free morning and afternoon sna…
Sep
12 2017
TOP 10 Charitable Trends Every Advisor Should Know
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
70 Audubon Street, New Haven
New Haven, CT
Program for Professional Advisors TOP 10 Charitable Trends Every Advisor Should Know with nationally renowned…
Sep
12 2017
Westville Synagogue University presents Rabbi Dr. Fred Hyman
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Westville Synagogue
74 West Prospect Street
New Haven, CT 06515
Lecture sponsored by Westville Synagogue's Adult Education Program.
Rabbi Dr. Fred Hyman will discuss "Vat’lamdenu …
Sep
13 2017
Nutrition Upgrade Program Info Session
6:30PM - 7:15PM
New! NUTRITION UPGRADE PROGRAM
We’re going digital!
Whether you want to lose weight, improve your health …
Sep
13 2017
AIPAC: An Evening with Amb. Ron Prosor
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Location Provided Upon RSVP
New Haven, CT
Special Guest Speaker: Ambassador Ron Prosor, Former Israeli Ambassador to the U.N.
Sep
14 2017
Lion of Judah and Pomegranate Lunch
12:30PM - 2:30PM
Private home in Woodbridge
Woodbridge, CT 06525
A special speaker and lunch event for Lions of Judah and Pomegranates to kick off 2018.
Sep
14 2017
FILM SCREENING OF DISTURBING THE PEACE. Q&A WITH STEVEN APKON.
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Beth El-Keser Israel
85 Harrison Street
New Haven, CT 06515-1724
Disturbing the Peace, Film Screening and Discussion with Producer/Director Stephen Apkon. The film documents the…
Sep
14 2017
Towers ElderPlay Project Encore performance, Sept. 14th
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Tower One/Tower East
18 Tower Lane
New Haven, CT 06519
Tower One/Tower East Elder Play Project “Live Every Moment, Love Every Day” The Elder Play Project is the…
Sep
14 2017
EXCUSE ME! Pre-Selichot Gathering
7:30PM - 9:30PM
The Yurt
550 Amity Rd.
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Inevitably the High Holidays catch us emotionally off guard. Selichot, which loosely translates to “excuse me,” g…
Sep
15 2017
PJ Library & Temple Beth David High Holiday and Tot Shabbat Celebration
4:00AM - 5:30PM
Temple Beth David
3 Main Street
Cheshire CT,
Join PJ Library and Temple Beth David's new Rabbi Micah Ellenson to usher in Shabbat and the New Year with your young…
Sep
15 2017
Cheshire Library High Holiday program
10:30AM - 11:30AM
Cheshire Library
104 Main St.
Cheshire, CT 06410
High Holiday Craft, Songs, Stories and Apple Dipping for all!
Suggested age 3+ with caregiver
Sep
16 2017
B'nai Jacob Movie & Selichot Service
8:00PM - 11:00PM
Selichot Service
8 pm Movie "The Wedding Plan"
A delightful new Israeli film about love, marriage, and faith in life'…
Sep
17 2017
BEKI Kadima Kickoff
12:30PM - 2:00PM
Beth El-Keser Israel
85 Harrison Street
New Haven, CT 06515
Food and icecream, games, arts and crafts, brainstorming future activities, and more! Possible guest appearances by I…
Sep
18 2017
Shoreline Jewish Heritage Program at Evergreen Woods
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Evergreen Woods Vibrant Living Center
88 Notch Hill Road
North Branford, CT 06471
Discussion Facilitated by Sydney Perry. September's Topic: TBA Evergreen Woods Vibrant Living Center hosts the…
Sep
18 2017
Kids Can Cook
4:00PM - 5:00PM
JCC of Greater New Haven Kitchen
360 Amity Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Who said kids can't cook? Not us! This cooking class teaches kids ages 8-13 how to make great food. Each class ends w…
Sep
19 2017
Westville Library High Holiday program with PJ Library
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Mitchell Branch Library
37 Harrison St.
New Haven, CT 06515
High Holiday Craft, Songs, Stories and Apple Dipping for all
Suggested age 3+ with caregiver
Sep
24 2017
Kever Avot
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Holocaust Memorial
491 Whalley Ave
New Haven, CT 06511
Historically, the Jewish community of New Haven offers a special program "Kever Avot" the Sunday between Rosh Hashana…
Sep
24 2017
Blue Trails High Holiday Family Walk-Hike
3:00PM - 4:00PM
Woodbridge Town Hall
11 Meetinghouse Ln
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Welcome the High Holidays with an easy nature walk on the Blue Trails in Woodbridge. Enjoy a story and some soft musi…
Sep
25 2017
Kids Can Cook
4:00PM - 5:00PM
JCC of Greater New Haven Kitchen
360 Amity Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Who said kids can't cook? Not us! This cooking class teaches kids ages 8-13 how to make great food. Each class ends w…
Sep
25 2017
Sep
26 2017
JCL's Information and Orientation Session
9:30AM - 11:00AM
Woodbridge Club
10 Milhaven Rd.
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Needed: Reading Partners for School Children. YOU can do it!! In just one hour per week, children learn the…
Sep
27 2017
Learning with Locals: "She Started It" Film
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Joseph Slifka Center for Jewish Life
80 Wall St.
New Haven, CT 06511
The JCC of Greater New Haven and Yale University’s Joseph Slifka Center for Jewish Life present Learning with Local…
Sep
28 2017
Shoreline Adult Ed.: The Healing Power of Psalms-A Spiritual Journey
10:00AM - 11:00AM
Shoreline Office - Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven
705 Boston Post Rd.
Building C , Suite 2A
Guilford, CT 06437
Facilitated by Sydney Perry, Director of Education at Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven and sponsored by…
Sep
28 2017
Shoreline Adult Ed.: Pirke Avot-Reflections on How We Live Our Live
11:15AM - 12:15PM
Shoreline Office - Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven
705 Boston Post Rd.
Building C , Suite 2A
Guilford, CT 06437
The Chapters of Our Ancestors is a section of the Mishnah (first part of the Talmud) which offers ethical insights…
Sep
28 2017
Author Abigail Pogrebin, "My Jewish Year"
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Temple Beth David
3 Main St.
Cheshire, CT 06410
New York journalist Abigail Pogrebin – a reform Jew whose annual childhood observance covered the High Holidays, Ha…