Mishkan Calendar

This support group meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month (7:30 - 8 pm), and the 4th Monday of each month (6:30 - 8 pm). Co-sponsored by Anshe Emet Synagogue, Anshe Sholom B’nai Israel, Emanuel Congregation, Mishkan Chicago and Temple Sholom of Chicago. For more information, contact Marsha Raynes at 847-745-5408 or [email protected]

Fermentation is at the heart of many of the world’s most delicious and healthy foods. Now, more than ever, we should be using these ancient techniques to prevent food waste and improve our health. Learn the basics of fermentation with Dylan Maysick, Mishkan Builder and co-founder of Diaspora Dinners. Choose your own adventure! Pick from […]

We are partnering with Base Hillel and JCFS (Jewish Child and Family Services) to put on a night of support for 20s and 30s who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or partner within the past two years. It is a really challenging time (#Corona) and we need each other more than ever. […]

Join meditation teacher, psychologist and rabbi Ruth Mayer for an inner-power hour looking at the ways that the Coronavirus invites us toward a greater sense of peace and wellbeing through basic principles of meditation and mindfulness. Join Zoom

Join us after Shabbat services to discuss the theme of transformation, explored in the most recent episodes of our podcast, Contact Chai. Dr. Dana Baerger, an affective neuroscientist and therapist, has a way of getting people to truly change their lives – a big theme of Jewish spiritual practice, too. Let's talk about how it works! […]

This event is open to Builders. If you are not a Builder but would like to look into becoming one, click here! Join Builder Abby Kuchnir for a virtual game night playing Jackbox Games fan favorite, Quiplash ("the gut-busting battle of wits and wittiness"). All you need is a smart phone as your play device & […]

Whether you just love to sing and wish you knew all the words or want to perfect the harmonies you hear during Shabbat, join us via Zoom to sing, experiment and harmonize together. This is an opportunity to get to know and practice the words and tunes to the songs and prayers we use week […]

This support group meets on the 4th Monday of each month (6:30 – 8 pm). Co-sponsored by Anshe Emet Synagogue, Anshe Sholom B’nai Israel, Emanuel Congregation, Mishkan Chicago and Temple Sholom of Chicago. For more information, contact Marsha Raynes at 847-745-5408 or [email protected]

Join Builder Ricky Halle-Podell for a session of Chi Gong, a form of movement meditation based in Chinese Medicine. Movements are designed to release blockages in the physical body while creating balance for the mind, body, and spirit. Zoom into this Lunch + Learn to diversify your meditation practice! Zoom

Calling all 20s and 30s couples! Join Builders Jeremy Levin & Katie Keidan and friends for a virtual drink or two before Mishkan's Shabbat Livestream. RSVP

Havdallah is an ancient ritual with all the ingredients for something new and delicious. At Havdallah Mixology, you will learn how to authentically innovate this tradition by incorporating the magic of Havdallah into your new favorite cocktail. Come celebrate the senses and bring some intention to your week! After you register for the event and […]

Join us for an evening of music, singing, and discussion to start your week off right. R'Lizzi will be leading havdalah followed by breakout group discussions. Sing the night away and send out Shabbat with inspiration and intention! BYO havdalah materials. Register 8:30 Zoom | Hellos 8:45 Facebook Live | Singing

You’ve probably been told to “just breathe” or "take a deep, cleansing breath” when things get challenging. And right now, things are challenging! The breath is certainly at the spiritual center of our Jewish lives and our Jewish bodies. Join Builder AnnMerle Feldman as we explore a very practical “how to” process that will help […]

Join Rabbi Lauren and Rabbi Megan (of Base Hillel, Lincoln Park) for a Shavuot experience in the hours before the holiday where we celebrate receiving Torah. Grab your own dinner and join us for learning, ritual and connecting. Option to receive a special Shavuot package! Guest teachers are Rabbi Aryeh Bernstein, Jacob Portman, Mishkan's very […]

You've seen pronouns in email signatures and on name tags, but what exactly are pronouns and why are they important? Join Keshet for a lunch-and-learn to explore pronoun usage, identity, and best-practices. This will be an interactive session with plenty of time for Q&A! Zoom