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SUMMARY:Fertility Journey
DESCRIPTION:This small group is open to anyone who is encountering challenges on their journey to parenthood. All types of families at any point on the path are welcome. This program is sponsored by Maggie’s Place. Please email Leah Whiteman at LeahRWhiteman@gmail.com to join.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/fertility-journey-03-28-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Maggie's Place
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SUMMARY:Rise and Shine
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We will meet for services at 9:30 AM and Rise & Shine will begin at 10:00 AM.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/rise-and-shine-3-21-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Shabbat
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:The things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music\, stretching\, learning\, and inspiration. \nProgramming\n\nSaturday Morning Mishnah Study at 8:45 am: Our study session with Rabbi Steven diving into Pirkei Avot returns.\nRise & Shine at 10:00 am: Stories and songs for kids ages 0-4\nMah Tovu at 11:00 am: A fun service for kids Grades K-5. We will be exploring the Torah through art. Registration required.\n\n  \nThere will not be ASL provided for this service. \nJoin us after services for Kiddish lunch\, which is generously sponsored by Grandma Sandy to celebrate Sarah Schuman & Ben Mandel’s Auf Ruf. \nWatch the livestream on the Mishkan YouTube channel. \nLooking to help out? We’re in need of volunteer greeters to welcome people into Mishkan before services. You can sign up here or email Michael at michael@mishkanchicago.org for more information
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/saturday-morning-unplugged-3-21-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Shabbat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T100000
DTSTAMP:20260318T171121Z
CREATED:20250829T172959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T171121Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Mensches: Healthy Relationships with SHALVA
DESCRIPTION:Parents are invited to join Rachel Mylan and Rabbi Ari for a conversation with our friends at SHALVA about how to start promoting healthy relationships with kids at any age\, and how to help kids distinguish between healthy\, unhealthy and abusive relationships. Bring your questions! \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/raising-mensches-mar-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T100000
DTSTAMP:20260304T161724Z
CREATED:20250902T171602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T161724Z
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SUMMARY:Ugh\, I'm Bored: Keeping Kids Engaged at the Seder Table
DESCRIPTION:Join Rachel Mylan for strategies for engaging children in your seder! Whether you are hosting a seder for a wide array of ages\, or worried about bringing your child to someone else’s table\, we will discuss activities and new traditions for children at various developmental stages. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/ugh-im-bored-3-19-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Holiday,Passover
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T183000
DTSTAMP:20260304T144204Z
CREATED:20260224T215127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T144204Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplating Solo Parenting by Choice
DESCRIPTION:This group is for folks contemplating single parenting by choice\, on the road to becoming a single parent\, or who are single parents who would like support. This group is sponsored by Maggie’s Place. Please email Leah Whiteman at LeahRWhiteman@gmail.com to join.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/solo-parenting-03-15-2026/
LOCATION:Builder Home\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Maggie's Place
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260225T162705Z
CREATED:20260225T162619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T162705Z
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: Parents of Teens
DESCRIPTION:Calling all parents of teens! This stage can be so hard and confusing and bewildering — but also exciting and fun and lovely. We are here for all of it! Come chat with fellow parents as we support each other through what it’s like to have a teenager. This group meets every 6 weeks or so\, this week meeting at the home of Builder Morgan Vance. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/small-groups-parents-of-teens-03-08-2026/
LOCATION:Builder Home in Sauganash
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Small Groups,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T114500
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SUMMARY:Mah Tovu: Exploring the Torah Through Art for K-5th Graders
DESCRIPTION:Our K–5 family Shabbat morning learning series is back! Join Rachel Mylan for Mah Tovu\, where each session includes a short learners’ service  and theater\, art\, film and photography projects inspired by the weekly Torah portion. This series runs from March – June. Parents/caregivers attend with their children. Registration required. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/mah-tovu-exploring-the-torah-through-art-for-k-5th-graders-03-07-2026/
LOCATION:CJDS\, 3730 N California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260128T175839Z
CREATED:20260113T214302Z
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SUMMARY:We Need A Hero — Family Purim
DESCRIPTION:Biff! Bang! Boo Haman! Purim is the story of Esther — an unlikely hero who discovers her own power and steps forward at exactly the moment she’s needed. Join Mishkan for a superhero-themed Purim party\, celebrating heroes from our favorite comics and our own lives. Dress up as your favorite character and come play Spin-The-Wheel to discover your superpower. Test your luck at our Purim Carnival games\, create your own comics\, and try not to turn invisible in our Photo Booth! An on-site illustrator will bring the Purim story to life and then we will watch a super funny spiel created by the MishTeens. \nRegister For Family Purim\nSchedule of Events: \n\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm: Kindergarten – 5th Graders Party\n2:00 – 2:30 pm: Megillah and Spiel\n3:00 – 4:00 pm: Under 5s Party\n\n\n****\nOur Family Purim experience is co-created by the MishTeens! If your student is interested in contributing\, register for our Teen Design Lab: Purim on February 12th.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/family-purim-2026/
LOCATION:Copernicus Center\, 5216 W Lawrence Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Holiday,Purim
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T143000
DTSTAMP:20260114T210358Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Design Lab: Purim
DESCRIPTION:Join R’Ari and Ilana to create part of the Mishkan Family Purim experience! There are two opportunities to participate\, and all are welcome to come to one or both sessions. \nFebruary 12th 4:00 – 6:00 PM: Filming the Teen Spiel! @ Mishkan HQ\nTeens will meet at Mishkan HQ to enjoy a pizza dinner and then film the Teen Spiel – an energetic dramatization of the Purim story that will be screened at Family Purim.   \nMarch 1st 11:15 AM – 2:30 PM: Cartoonist Workshop & Running Family Purim! @ Copernicus Center\nTeens will meet with a professional cartoonist and learn how to draw out their “hero story.” This will be a mix of fun\, cartooning\, and identity building as inspired by the Purim story. Afterwards\, teens will set up and run the carnival at Family Purim! Lunch will be provided. \nRegister for one or both events here
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/teen-design-lab-purim/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Purim,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260127T155308Z
CREATED:20250903T175820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T155308Z
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SUMMARY:KBM Tzitzit Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on session with Rabbi Steven\, 7th graders and their parents will learn the ancient art of tying tzitzit — the ritual fringes attached to a tallis. Together we’ll explore the spiritual meaning and Jewish numerology behind this practice\, while creating tzitzit you can tie onto a tallis or even a keychain or bookmark for good luck and good memories. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/tzitzit-workshop-feb-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T104500
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SUMMARY:Rise and Shine
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We will meet for services at 9:30 AM and Rise & Shine will begin at 10:00 AM.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/rise-and-shine-2-21-2026/
LOCATION:CJDS\, 3730 N California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T100000
DTSTAMP:20260205T211252Z
CREATED:20250829T172845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T211252Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Mensches: Drop In Parenting Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Ari and Rachel Mylan for a monthly 45-minute drop-in Zoom where parents of kids of all ages can learn\, share\, vent\, and support one another. Together\, we’ll explore Jewish practices\, holidays\, and values that can anchor our families in the rhythms of Jewish time while building community and connection. This 45-minute session is designed to give you a spiritual reset in the middle of busy parenting life — no prep required\, just bring yourself. This month\, we will have a visit with Sarah Sherer Singer\, who is the Assistant Director of Camp Ben Frankel\, an overnight\, pluralist Jewish camp in Southern IL. She’ll share how overnight Jewish camp helps teach and instill strong Jewish values and leads to lifetime connections with the Jewish community. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/raising-mensches-feb-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260318T170447Z
CREATED:20251215T203622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T170447Z
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SUMMARY:Mensch Cafe: Mahjong!
DESCRIPTION:Hey Mensch parents (and anyone else who’d like to drop by)! Join Builder Andi Friedman for a casual Mahjong game and vegetarian brunch potluck. No experience necessary- but if you have a set and/or a card please bring it\, as well as food to share! \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/mensch-cafe-mahjong-spring-2026/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Mensch Academy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T180000
DTSTAMP:20260114T210358Z
CREATED:20260114T160111Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Design Lab: Purim
DESCRIPTION:Join R’Ari and Ilana to create part of the Mishkan Family Purim experience! There are two opportunities to participate\, and all are welcome to come to one or both sessions. \nFebruary 12th 4:00 – 6:00 PM: Filming the Teen Spiel! @ Mishkan HQ\nTeens will meet at Mishkan HQ to enjoy a pizza dinner and then film the Teen Spiel – an energetic dramatization of the Purim story that will be screened at Family Purim.   \nMarch 1st 11:15 AM – 2:30 PM: Cartoonist Workshop & Running Family Purim! @ Copernicus Center\nTeens will meet with a professional cartoonist and learn how to draw out their “hero story.” This will be a mix of fun\, cartooning\, and identity building as inspired by the Purim story. Afterwards\, teens will set up and run the carnival at Family Purim! Lunch will be provided. \nRegister for one or both events here
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/teen-design-lab-purim/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Purim,Teens & Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T104500
DTSTAMP:20260122T173821Z
CREATED:20251201T184957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T173821Z
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SUMMARY:Rise and Shine
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We will meet for services at 9:30 AM and Rise & Shine will begin at 10:00 AM.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/rise-and-shine-2-7-2026/
LOCATION:CJDS\, 3730 N California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260113T163558Z
CREATED:20260113T163558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T163558Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplating Solo Parenting by Choice
DESCRIPTION:This group is for folks contemplating single parenting by choice\, on the road to becoming a single parent\, or who are single parents who would like support. This group is sponsored by Maggie’s Place. Please email Leah Whiteman at LeahRWhiteman@gmail.com to join.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/contemplating-solo-parenting-by-choice-feb-2026/
LOCATION:Builder Home\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Maggie's Place
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260205T162316Z
CREATED:20251218T181518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T162316Z
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SUMMARY:Mensch Parent Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Get to know other Miskhanite Parents on a night out with Mishkan! Drop your kids at Mishkan HQ for a Shabbat Pizza Party with the Mensch team\, then enjoy an evening of Thai food\, drinks\, and schmoozing with other Mensch parents at Begyle Brewery. \nThis program is full and registration is closed.  \n 
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/mensch-parent-night-out-feb-2026/
LOCATION:Begyle Brewing\, 1800 W Cuyler Ave\, Chicago
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260129T194407Z
CREATED:20250904T211959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T194407Z
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SUMMARY:Middle School Tu B'Shevat Beach Clean Up (6th-8th Grade)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Tu B’Shevat\, Jewish Earth Day\, by cleaning up Montrose Beach. Bundle up for the weather including snow or hiking boots. Following the clean up from 10:00-10:40\, we’ll gather at Everybody’s Coffee for hot chocolate (on Mishkan!) and an interactive Tu B’Shevat activity. 6th-8th Graders and their grown ups are welcome to come to both the beach clean up and the coffee shop or to choose just one\, but must provide their own transportation. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/tu-bshevat-beach-clean-up-2026/
LOCATION:Montrose Beach\, 601 West Montrose Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260125T151214Z
CREATED:20250902T201719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T151214Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Bagels and BMitzvah - 4th Grade Orientation
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: Due to weather\, this program will now be meeting on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85999081742 \nIf you have a student in 4th grade\, this orientation is for you! We’ll discuss the who\, what\, why\, when\, and where of the BMitzvah process and date selection. This is an opportunity for you and your 4th grader to meet other families\, ask questions\, and learn more about what it means to be in the BMitzvah program at Mishkan. \nRegister 
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/bagels-and-bmitzvah-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T193000
DTSTAMP:20251205T210357Z
CREATED:20250902T205604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T210357Z
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SUMMARY:Once Upon Our Time Capsule Workshop: 5th Grade and 8th Grade Families
DESCRIPTION:What do we want future generations to know about this moment? Join Mishkanite Stacy Gillet of Once Upon Our Time Capsule\, Rabbi Ari\, and Mensch Academy Director Nathan Kaplin for an intergenerational evening of storytelling\, creativity\, and meaning-making. Together\, parents and kids will create time capsules that explore the cultural artifacts and stories that shape their lives. For 5th graders\, this gathering will spark reflection on what it means to step into BMitzvah and Jewish adulthood in their last year of Mensch Academy! For 8th graders\, it’s a chance to look ahead and imagine the next chapter. Each participant will create their own time capsule to hold their reflections\, and we’ll close the night with dinner and Havdalah. This program costs $36 per family. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/time-capsule-workshop-2026/
LOCATION:Sketchpad\, 4411 N Ravenswood\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T100000
DTSTAMP:20250829T172723Z
CREATED:20250829T172723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T172723Z
UID:10020597-1769159700-1769162400@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Raising Mensches: Drop In Parenting Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Ari and Rachel Mylan for a monthly 45-minute drop-in Zoom where parents of kids of all ages can learn\, share\, vent\, and support one another. Together\, we’ll explore Jewish practices\, holidays\, and values that can anchor our families in the rhythms of Jewish time while building community and connection. This 45-minute session is designed to give you a spiritual reset in the middle of busy parenting life — no prep required\, just bring yourself. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/raising-mensches-jan-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Families,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T150000
DTSTAMP:20251224T155008Z
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SUMMARY:2nd-5th Grade Social Justice Learning and Action
DESCRIPTION:Join Rachel Mylan and Nathan for a day of social justice learning and action! We will start the day at Mishkan HQ with an hour of learning\, songs\, and pizza. Afterwards\, please join us in walking a few blocks north to Sketchpad for a partner program with JUF Tov and Repair the World Chicago from 1-3pm. Volunteers of all ages are invited to join us for an afternoon of service as we make T‑shirt bags for The Love Fridge Chicago\, assemble winter gear kits for The Night Ministry\, and participate in a racial justice learning. Caregivers must attend with their child.\n \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/2nd-5th-grade-social-justice-learning-and-action-jan-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T110000
DTSTAMP:20260106T145518Z
CREATED:20250904T210516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T145518Z
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SUMMARY:Middle and High School Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Join R’Ari and other Mishkanites for a day of service in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day! This year\, we will be volunteering with Cradles to Crayons. Cradles to Crayons provides children from birth through age 12\, living in homeless or low-income situations\, with the essential items they need to thrive—at home\, at school and at play. Parents and caregivers are welcome to either drop off their middle or high schoolers or stick around volunteer\, too! Please make sure to register for the total number of people who will be volunteering that day.  \nThis program is full and registration is closed.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/middle-high-school-volunteer-2026/
LOCATION:Cradles to Crayons\, 2500 W Bradley Place\, Chicago\, IL
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Justice,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T104500
DTSTAMP:20260123T205048Z
CREATED:20251201T184024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T205048Z
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SUMMARY:Rise and Shine
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We will meet for services at 9:30 AM and Rise & Shine will begin at 10:00 AM.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/rise-and-shine-1-17-2026/
LOCATION:CJDS\, 3730 N California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T173000
DTSTAMP:20250806T182934Z
CREATED:20250806T173340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T182934Z
UID:10020563-1768147200-1768152600@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Queer Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Our Queer Youth Group is an affinity space for tweens and teens to explore the intersection of their Jewish and Queer identities while building community through fun events and activities. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/queer-youth-group-2/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,LGBTQ+,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260318T170447Z
CREATED:20251215T203622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T170447Z
UID:10021460-1768125600-1768132800@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Mensch Cafe: Mahjong!
DESCRIPTION:Hey Mensch parents (and anyone else who’d like to drop by)! Join Builder Andi Friedman for a casual Mahjong game and vegetarian brunch potluck. No experience necessary- but if you have a set and/or a card please bring it\, as well as food to share! \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/mensch-cafe-mahjong-spring-2026/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Mensch Academy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T100000
DTSTAMP:20250829T172529Z
CREATED:20250829T172529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T172529Z
UID:10020596-1766135700-1766138400@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Raising Mensches: Drop In Parenting Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Ari and Rachel Mylan for a monthly 45-minute drop-in Zoom where parents of kids of all ages can learn\, share\, vent\, and support one another. Together\, we’ll explore Jewish practices\, holidays\, and values that can anchor our families in the rhythms of Jewish time while building community and connection. This 45-minute session is designed to give you a spiritual reset in the middle of busy parenting life — no prep required\, just bring yourself. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/raising-mensches-dec-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Families,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T173000
DTSTAMP:20251109T033617Z
CREATED:20251028T160011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T033617Z
UID:10021149-1765729800-1765733400@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:I Have a Little Dreidel (Under 5's Hanukkah Party)
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Hanukkah with a special Rise and Shine! We’ll sing Hanukkah songs\, explore crafts and activities\, and enjoy snacks and sufganiyot (donuts) together. This program is for kids ages 5 and under. Tickets are $36/family and half off for Builders. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/i-have-a-little-dreidel-2025/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Hanukkah,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T150000
DTSTAMP:20251212T171237Z
CREATED:20250904T204945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T171237Z
UID:10020624-1765720800-1765724400@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Fried Food by Foot: Hanukkah Celebration for 6-12th Graders
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Hanukkah with a walking tour of fried food favorites in honor of the miracle of oil! Tweens and teens (grades 6–12 divided by age) will hit up local restaurants\, snack on delicious treats\, and connect with friends while learning more about Hanukkah along the way. Come hungry\, leave inspired (and maybe a little greasy!) This program costs $15 and is free for kids enrolled in Kadima Youth Group. \nDue to severe weather\, this program is moving indoors. We’ll enjoy our Fried Food Feast from 2:00 – 3:00 PM at Sketchpad.  \nSketchpad is a shared workspace community for innovative\, ​mission-driven Jewish organizations and entrepreneurs. It’s right down the street from Miskhan HQ at 4411 N Ravenswood Ave #300. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/6-12th-hanukkah-2025/
LOCATION:Sketchpad\, 4411 N Ravenswood\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Teens & Tweens
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