The best place to stay up to date on all events and programming at JSS! This calendar is always up to date and includes all the information you need to get involved.

Nov
19
Fri
Shabbat at Oakwood
Nov 19 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

**IN PERSON: Join Rabbi Renee Bauer the 3rd Friday of each month for Shabbat candle lighting and prayer.

Nov
22
Mon
Board of Directors Meeting
Nov 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Nov
23
Tue
Jewish Grief Support Group, Fall/Winter 2021
Nov 23 @ 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm

The loss of a loved one is both a universal human experience and a deeply personal one. People experience grief on many levels: physical, psychological, and spiritual.

This 8-week group will support those on the journey of grieving with tools from the Jewish tradition. 

Facilitated by Rabbi Renée Bauer, Community Chaplain and Nancy Feingold, MSSW 

WHEN: Tuesdays, Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 2021; 4:30-5:45 pm  

FEE: $54 (includes book, readings and professional facilitation)
(no one will be turned away for lack of funds) 

LOCATION: JSS Zoom Room (link will be emailed after registration) 

Please fill out the online secure form or call or email Rabbi Bauer to register for this group. This is not a drop-in group and requires pre-registration.

Nov
29
Mon
Harry J. and Belle Goodman Lechayim Lunchtime Plus
Nov 29 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Join us for great food, friends, fun and interesting programs at Lechayim Lunchtime Plus.

Meeting at Beth Israel Center, 1406 Mound Street, located on the corner of Mound Street and Randall Avenue.

Sorry that we are not able to eat together at this time. We will offer a take home meal. If you would like a meal, contact Jewish Social Services at (608) 442-4083 or email paul@jssmadison.org on the Monday preceding the meal.  If you are 60 years or older, a minimum donation of $4.00 is suggested, but please only pay what is comfortable for you. The cost of the meal is $9.07 for those younger than 60 years old.

Many thanks to UW Hillel Adamah Catering for providing our delicious kosher meals!

Monday, November 15
11:00 am-11:30 am: Yoga from a chair
11:30 pm-12:00 noon: Welcome and time to reunite with friends
12:00 noon -12:30 pm: Pick up for pre-ordered boxed meal. Please order by Monday, November 8.

Chicken Schnitzel, (Vegetarian entrée option: Eggplant Schnitzel), Ptitim (Israeli Couscous), Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables

Monday, November 29
11:00 am-11:30 am: Yoga from a chair
11:30 pm-12:30 pm: Happy Hanukkah! Klezmer music by Yid Vicious
12:30 pm: Pick up for pre-ordered boxed meal. Menu will be available with next announcement

If you would like further information about the meal, programs, transportation, or to check on any cancellations, contact Paul Borowsky at (608) 442-4083, paul@jssmadison.org.

Nov
30
Tue
Jewish Grief Support Group, Fall/Winter 2021
Nov 30 @ 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm

The loss of a loved one is both a universal human experience and a deeply personal one. People experience grief on many levels: physical, psychological, and spiritual.

This 8-week group will support those on the journey of grieving with tools from the Jewish tradition. 

Facilitated by Rabbi Renée Bauer, Community Chaplain and Nancy Feingold, MSSW 

WHEN: Tuesdays, Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 2021; 4:30-5:45 pm  

FEE: $54 (includes book, readings and professional facilitation)
(no one will be turned away for lack of funds) 

LOCATION: JSS Zoom Room (link will be emailed after registration) 

Please fill out the online secure form or call or email Rabbi Bauer to register for this group. This is not a drop-in group and requires pre-registration.

Dec
1
Wed
More than Gelt and Dreidels: An Exploration of Hanukkah
Dec 1 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Many of us think about latkes, dreidels and children’s songs when we think about Hanukkah but there is much more to the holiday. Rabbi Renee Bauer will help us delve deeper into the historical and spiritual significance of Hanukkah. Please join in person at Oakwood Village or on Zoom:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85315738085?pwd=VGFyZ2dKME1FOXlBaUh0TWs5RTRoQT09

Dec
3
Fri
Shabbat at Capitol Lakes
Dec 3 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

**IN PERSON: Join Rabbi Renee Bauer the 1st Friday of each month for Shabbat candle lighting and prayer.

Dec
6
Mon
Lechayim Lunch
Dec 6 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Join us for great food, friends, fun and interesting programs at Lechayim Lunchtime Plus.

Meeting at Beth Israel Center, 1406 Mound Street, located on the corner of Mound Street and Randall Avenue.

If you would like a meal, contact Jewish Social Services at (608) 442-4083 or email: paul@jssmadison.org by Wednesday preceding the meal.  If you are 60 years or older, a minimum donation of $4.00 is suggested, but please only pay what is comfortable for you. The cost of the meal is $9.07 for those younger than 60 years old.

Many thanks to UW Hillel Adamah Catering for providing our delicious kosher meals!

Monday, December 6
11:00 am -11:30 am: Yoga from a chair with Estelle Katz
11:30 am -12:30 pm: Chicken Schnitzel (Veggie option – Corn Schnitzel), Ptitim (Israeli couscous), Mediterranean roasted vegetables, fruit
12:30 pm: Candle lighting and Happy Hanukkah!

Monday, December 13
11:00 am -11:30 am: Yoga from a chair with Estelle Katz
11:30 am -12:30 pm: Smoked BBQ brisket (Veggie option: Glazed smoked tofu), vegan scalloped potatoes, corn on the cob, fruit

Monday, December 20
11:00 am -11:30 am: Yoga from a chair with Estelle Katz
11:00 am -11:30 am: Complimentary Blood pressure check with nurse, Lori Edelstein
11:30 am -12:30 pm: Braised Balsamic chicken (Veggie option: Balsamic braised tofu), garlic whipped potato, roasted vegetable medley, fruit

Board of Directors Meeting
Dec 6 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Dec
7
Tue
Jewish Grief Support Group, Fall/Winter 2021
Dec 7 @ 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm

The loss of a loved one is both a universal human experience and a deeply personal one. People experience grief on many levels: physical, psychological, and spiritual.

This 8-week group will support those on the journey of grieving with tools from the Jewish tradition. 

Facilitated by Rabbi Renée Bauer, Community Chaplain and Nancy Feingold, MSSW 

WHEN: Tuesdays, Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 2021; 4:30-5:45 pm  

FEE: $54 (includes book, readings and professional facilitation)
(no one will be turned away for lack of funds) 

LOCATION: JSS Zoom Room (link will be emailed after registration) 

Please fill out the online secure form or call or email Rabbi Bauer to register for this group. This is not a drop-in group and requires pre-registration.