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SUMMARY:Selichot
DESCRIPTION:On the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah it’s an ancient (or at least pretty old) custom to sing and listen to music of the season. Think of it like a spiritual warm up with community\, song\, and havdalah! Services will begin at 7:00 PM and last until 9:00 PM.  \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/selichot-09-05-26/
LOCATION:Second Unitarian Church\, 656 W Barry Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,High Holidays,Holiday,Shabbat
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T190000
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SUMMARY:Family Selichot
DESCRIPTION:In the final days of Elul\, the month leading up to Rosh Hashanah\, it is a tradition to gather to observe havdalah and sing songs called Selichot (Hebrew for “forgiveness”). Kindergarten – 5th grade students and their families are invited to join us for a pizza dinner. Afterwards\, Rabbi Julie will lead havdalah\, and themed activities to learn about the holiday and prepare for the High Holy Days. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/family-selichot-09-05-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,High Holidays,Holiday,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260831T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260831T190000
DTSTAMP:20260727T201955Z
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SUMMARY:Get Higher
DESCRIPTION:Join R’Lizzi at Get a Grip and cross one last thing off your 5786 bucket list: Flying Trapeze. Strengthen your spiritual mettle (not to mention your rotator cuffs!) as we Get Higher in advance of the High Holidays. Learn more and register here\, then drop us a line at margo@mishkanchicago.org so we know you’re coming. Make sure you register for the 5:30 – 7:00 PM session on 8/31! \n 
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/get-higher-08-31-26/
LOCATION:Get a Grip Trapeze\, 5200 N Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,High Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T175524Z
CREATED:20260722T173622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T175524Z
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SUMMARY:Get Deeper: High Holidays Spiritual Prep
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s the summer doesn’t mean the High Holidays aren’t coming up! Join us for a few spiritual warm-up reps: we’ll blast the shofar (a spiritual wake up call\, traditional to hear everyday during Elul)\, we’ll set intentions for the season\, and finally\, we’ll take a dip in the lake (aka go to the mikvah\, another traditional practice of the season\, washing away the past year and clearing space for what’s next). \nBring a picnic dinner and join the spiritual beach party! \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/get-deeper-08-27-26/
LOCATION:Foster Beach\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,High Holidays,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T203000
DTSTAMP:20260804T212033Z
CREATED:20260804T203450Z
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SUMMARY:Get to Know Your Neighbors: High Holiday Edition
DESCRIPTION:The High Holidays are a time for reflection\, renewal\, and—if we’re being honest—a little bit of anxiety about seeing everyone again. Before the days arrive\, gather for a Shabbat meal with fellow Mishkanites to get to know one another and discuss the themes of the season. Generous Builders are opening up their homes and providing a main course for this potluck-style meal. Read on for more info from each host\, then click here to register. \n\nGold Coast – Hosted by Lisa Portnoy\, this elevator-accessible dinner promises great food\, great conversation\, and great company.\nGold Coast (second dinner)– Hosted by Mark and Patty Weiner\, this accessible\, all-ages dinner is warm\, welcoming\, and conversational.\nLogan Square – Hosted by Emma Epstein and Josh Stillman\, this cozy dinner is in a small but accessible apartment. They have two young kids and love to sing. There’s a dog in the house but she’ll be closed away in the bedroom for the evening.\nAndersonville – Hosted by Liz Schuller and Timothea Canny\, this low-key dinner is up half a flight of stairs. They also have a dog.\nAndersonville (second dinner) – Hosted by Danny and Andrea Alpert\, this fish and dairy meal has a few steps and no pets.\nEvanston – Hosted by Joel Brown and Julie Strauss\, this kosher-style dinner has three steps to enter (with a railing). Dress up for Shabbat\, but come as yourself. Expect a mostly vegetarian meal\, though meat isn’t off the table. We are newer Builders at Mishkan and are looking forward to meeting other community members! We have no pets and are kid friendly (though our own kids are now adults!).\nDeerfield/North Suburbs – Hosted by Jodi Eisenstadt\, this kid-friendly\, song-filled dinner includes vegan and gluten-free options\, with two guitars waiting to be played. There are about four steps to the kitchen and dining area\, and while two cats live in the home\, they’ll be kept in another room. If the weather cooperates\, dinner may be on the deck.\nOld Irving Park – Aimee and Ben Schuster will host a casual\, family-friendly dinner. Our home has ~10 front steps to reach the door. We have a well-behaved dog\, and a moderately-well-behaved 9-year-old daughter.\n\nRegister!
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/get-to-know-your-neighbors-hh-edition-08-21-26/
LOCATION:Various Locations Across Chicago
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,High Holidays,Holiday,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T195551Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Design Lab: High Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Join R’Ari and Rachel Mylan for a workshop to create part of the Mishkan High Holidays experience! Students will learn about the different themes of the High Holidays and how they inform the Museum of Awe (our intergenerational family space on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur). They’ll use their newfound insights and creativity to take a leadership role in designing the experiences and activities that families will participate in on the holiest days of the year. Snacks will be served. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/teen-design-lab-hh-08-20-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,High Holidays,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T093000
DTSTAMP:20260812T160034Z
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SUMMARY:High Holidays Spiritual Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:We are now in Elul\, the month leading up to the High Holidays\, and it’s chai time for some spiritual prep. Join Rabbi Lizzi after Morning Minyan for an hour of reflection as we share our hopes for the High Holy season. \nJoin us following Morning Minyan on our usual Minyan Zoom link
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/high-holiday-spiritual-listening-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,High Holidays,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T130000
DTSTAMP:20260803T174131Z
CREATED:20260803T174131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T174131Z
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: 20s/30s Elul Forest Bathing in West Ridge Nature Park
DESCRIPTION:Join other 20s/30s Mishkanites to touch grass and engage in reflective journaling for the month of Elul. \nThose who prefer to can meet Builder Sara Cohen at Mishkan’s office at 10:30 AM to gather journaling supplies and transit over to West Ridge Park together\, leaving the office by 10:45 AM. \nOnce there\, or for those who prefer to meet at the park\, at around 11:15 AM we will set out picnic blankets and participants are encouraged to walk/reflect as they take inventory of the past year and set intentions for the year ahead. Elul-related texts will also be provided as a source of spiritual reflection. \nPlease bring any journaling supplies you wish to use\, snacks to share\, and a picnic blanket if you have one. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/20s-30s-elul-forest-bathing-west-ridge-nature-park-08-16-26/
LOCATION:West Ridge Nature Preserve\, 5801 N Western Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60659
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Small Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260721T205944Z
CREATED:20260721T205915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T205944Z
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SUMMARY:Music Jam: Rosh Chodesh Elul & Music for the High Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Maximize the Elul vibes in our monthly music jam led by Music Director Matthew Ellenwood\, vocal coach and performance trainer. If you love music\, singing\, or playing\, this is a great chance to sing in community with music of the season. Learn Mishkan’s music and technical music skills while meeting new friends. All music and singing levels welcome! This month’s jam will celebrate Rosh Chodesh Elul and feature music for the High Holidays. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/music-jam-08-13-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,High Holidays,Holiday,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T213000
DTSTAMP:20260708T185318Z
CREATED:20260629T160129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T185318Z
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SUMMARY:Tisha b'Av
DESCRIPTION:On Tisha b’Av we remember the most painful moments of our people’s history. While the destruction of the the first and second Temples in Jerusalem are the big headline losses\, this holiday has become a container for our collective pain over generations and into the present\, and an opportunity to examine our own role in causing harm to ourselves and others. \nIt is the one other 25 hour fast day on the Jewish calendar along with Yom Kippur\, but while the Yom Kippur fast has a redemptive and healing quality to it\, the fast of Tisha B’Av has a mournful\, regretful quality to it. \nJoin us for a meal\, text study\, and discussion about the holiday before we embark on our traditional reading of Eicha (Lamentations). While we will be charging for the dinner and text study\, anyone is welcome to join us for the ritual elements at no cost. Our meal\, text study\, and discussion will begin at 7:00 PM. The ritual portion of the evening will begin at 8:30 PM with a reading of Eicha (Lamentations). \nRegister \n 
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/tisha-bav-07-22-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T180650Z
CREATED:20260326T143619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T180650Z
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SUMMARY:Seeing Into The Life Of Things: A Workshop In Gratitude\, Blessing\, And Imagination
DESCRIPTION:What if imagination is not an escape from reality\, but a doorway into deeper connection? Join Scholar-in-Residence Rodger Kamenetz (author of Jew in the Lotus) for an interactive Shavuot workshop inspired by his latest book\, Seeing into the Life of Things. Together\, we’ll explore how poetry\, attention\, and blessing can open us to moments of sacred encounter in the everyday and draw us closer together. \nRegister \nThis program is sponsored by Maggie’s Place\, Mishkan’s holistic wellness center which provides support groups\, resources\, and pastoral counseling free of charge.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/seeing-into-the-life-of-things-shavuot-05-23-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Holiday,Maggie's Place,Shavuot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T181208Z
CREATED:20251202T205016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T181208Z
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SUMMARY:Shavuot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Come gather in Welles Park for music from our Davening Team\, uplifting liturgy\, and reflection from our rabbis. Join us at 5:30 for a pre-service Pizza Picnic and–thanks to Joanna Felsenstein & Brandon Raineri’s generous sponsorship–a visit from an ice cream truck. Congratulations to Joanna and Brandon on their Auf Ruf! \nRegister here for the Pizza + Ice Cream Picnic \nCatch the Shabbat Replay posted Saturday morning on Mishkan’s 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/friday-night-shabbat-5-22-2026/
LOCATION:Welles Park\, 2333 W Sunnyside Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Shabbat,Shavuot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T181500
DTSTAMP:20260506T195233Z
CREATED:20251105T204336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T195233Z
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SUMMARY:Jew By Choice Shavuot Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Shavuot is a holiday is about accepting Torah — and lifts up the voices of people who have taken it upon themselves to join the Jewish people aka converts. Come celebrate with other Jews-By-Choice at Mishkan with a drink of your choice before we head over to Mishkan’s Shavuot Services. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/jew-by-choice-shavuot-happy-hour-2026/
LOCATION:Gideon Welles\, 4500 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Jews By Choice,Shavuot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T100000
DTSTAMP:20260520T151622Z
CREATED:20260520T151059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T151622Z
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SUMMARY:Shavuot Minyan With Hallel And Torah Study (In-person + Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspired\, melodious Shavuot minyan in Rabbi Lizzi’s backyard (or indoors if it rains!). We’ll daven\, learn Torah\, drink coffee\, and celebrate revelation at Sinai. We’ll also talk a bit about our dreams\, as that is the theme of the weekend! \nRegister to join in person. You can join us virtually at our usual Minyan link.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/shavuot-minyan-with-hallel-and-torah-study-in-person-virtual/
LOCATION:Rabbi Lizzi’s Home in Northcenter\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Shavuot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T211500
DTSTAMP:20260513T161219Z
CREATED:20260326T142027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T161219Z
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SUMMARY:Shavuot with Scholar-in-Residence Rodger Kamenetz: Dreams\, Revelation\, and the Sacred Everyday
DESCRIPTION:On Shavuot\, we celebrate revelation and the moment we received Torah at Sinai. But what if revelation isn’t only something that happened once\, long ago? What if it’s still unfolding\, in our dreams\, our imagination\, and the quiet moments of everyday life? \nJoin award-winning author and poet Rodger Kamenetz (The Jew in the Lotus) for a Shavuot learning experience that explores the torah of dreams and the ways sacred encounter can emerge through our inner lives. We’ll begin the evening with a community meal\, then turn to learning. Drawing on Jewish text\, especially the dream-filled stories of Genesis\, alongside his own work on imagination and spiritual practice\, Rodger will explore how Judaism gives us the tools to learn from our deepest feelings rather than bouncing from reaction to reaction in an a disorienting world. \nWe’re at capacity for in-person learning\, but we’d love it if you would join us virtually for the learning session starting at 7:00 PM. Register below for your Zoom link. \nRegister \nThere are more opportunities to learn with Rodger Kamenetz during his residency at Mishkan! He’ll be giving the drash at Shavuot Shabbat on Friday\, May 22\, and leading another workshop in the afternoon of Saturday\, May 23. We hope to see you there. \nThis program is sponsored by Maggie’s Place\, Mishkan’s holistic wellness center which provides support groups\, resources\, and pastoral counseling free of charge.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/torah-of-dreams-shavuot-05-21-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Holiday,Maggie's Place,Shavuot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260304T210333Z
CREATED:20260304T210251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T210333Z
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SUMMARY:Shavuot Music Jam
DESCRIPTION:Maximize the Shabbat vibes in our monthly music jam led by Music Director Matthew Ellenwood\, vocal coach and performance trainer. If you love music\, singing\, or playing\, this is a great chance to sing in community with music of the season. Learn Mishkan’s music and technical music skills while meeting new friends. All music and singing levels welcome! \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/shavuot-music-jam-05-16-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Music,Shavuot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T213000
DTSTAMP:20260310T170538Z
CREATED:20260310T170538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T170538Z
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SUMMARY:BluePrint Learner's Seder
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our fifth annual Learner’s Seder! This Seder is designed as a space for our BluePrint students (and alumni) to experience Passover in a supportive learning environment. \n$72/ticket\nCurrent BluePrint students and a guest can attend for free! Program alumni receive a 50% discount. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/blueprint-learners-seder/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Passover
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTSTAMP:20260319T203957Z
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SUMMARY:Home Hosted Seders
DESCRIPTION:Join Mishkan for our second annual Home Hosted Seders! This year\, we’re doing it potluck style\, so while the hosts will handle ritual items and a main course\, please be prepared to bring a (Chametz-free) side\, salad\, or dessert. Read on for more info about what Seders are happening. \n\nGold Coast (Second Dinner) – Hosted by Elisa Harris and Ivo Daalder on the second night (Thursday\, April 2)\, this adults-only Seder will start a bit later and cover the Hagadah highlights in English. This Seder is accessible\, but note that there is a puppy!\nHyde Park – Hosted by Judith Miller on the first night (Wednesday\, April 1)\, this kid-friendly Seder is discussion heavy (as much as can be while being kid-friendly) with delicious food.\nLincoln Square – Hosted by Elaine Vozar and George Cederquist on the second night (Thursday\, April 2)\, they’re doing it again in a Seder filled with song and story. This one is friendly to kids\, teens\, and vegetarians.\nWicker Park – Hosted by Miriam Klevan on the second night (Thursday\, April 2)\, this adult only (older teens welcome) Seder is interactive with a nice blend of Hebrew and English. Three dogs\, and she’ll make sure there’s gluten-free Matzvah.\nSheldon (Farm Seder!) – Hosted by Lexi Weintraub and the lovely people at Zumwalt Acres on the third night (Friday\, April 3) join for a ritual and political Seder on a farm! A note from the hosts: Our community is primarily made up of queer farmers in our mid-twenties\, and we welcome everyone who is excited to join us in song\, prayer\, ritual\, and conversation from the heart. Because we’re about 2 hours from the city\, you’re welcome to spend the night in a bunk bed in our house or a bed in a canvas tent. Feel free to reach out to zumwaltacres@gmail.com if you have questions before signing up.\n\nWe’re also running a waitlist this year\, so if your desired Seder is full\, please select that option and tell us what you’re looking for! \nClick here for more info and to register
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/home-hosted-seders-2026/
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Passover,Small Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T181358Z
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SUMMARY:How to Holiday: Passover Prep
DESCRIPTION:There’s a lot that goes into prepping for Passover. Join R’Steven for this hands-on workshop as we learn the ins and outs of getting your home ready for the holiday. We’ll practice by kashering (making suitable for kosher use) the Mishkan HQ kitchen for the holiday — as well as carbo-loading with some pizza to fuel our labor and get our last chametz in before Pesach. All ages are welcome! \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/how-to-holiday-passover-prep/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Passover
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260318T175330Z
CREATED:20250904T213155Z
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SUMMARY:Passover Bowling Party for 6th-8th Grade
DESCRIPTION:Strike down the Pharaohs in our lives! Join Rabbi Ari and Ilana for bowling at Timber Lanes. We will bowl\, munch on Passover goodies\, and play trivia together. This program costs $10 and is free for kids enrolled in Kadima Youth Group. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/6-8th-grade-passover-bowling-party-2026/
LOCATION:Timber Lanes Bowling\, 1851 W Irving Park Rd
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Passover,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260218T155337Z
CREATED:20260218T155337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T155337Z
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SUMMARY:Pesach Music Jam
DESCRIPTION:Maximize the Passover vibes in our monthly music jam led by Music Director Matthew Ellenwood\, vocal coach and performance trainer. If you love music\, singing\, or playing\, this is a great chance to sing in community with music of the season. Learn Mishkan’s music and technical music skills while meeting new friends. All music and singing levels welcome! This month’s jam will feature selections for singing at your Seder Table. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/pesach-music-jam-03-26-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Music,Passover
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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:20260316T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T203000
DTSTAMP:20260309T135944Z
CREATED:20260218T171332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T135944Z
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SUMMARY:Talking about Justice at the Seder Table
DESCRIPTION:Join Mishkan’s Local Action Team and Rabbi Lizzi for a conversation exploring how we can bring justice into our seder conversations. Together\, we’ll explore how to hold the ancient story of liberation alongside the realities of the world we live in today. We’ll share tools for navigating complicated conversations\, energizing your seder-goers to engage and participate\, and staying grounded in Jewish tradition even when people around the table don’t agree. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/talking-about-justice-at-the-seder-table-03-16-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Justice,Passover
GEO:41.9545175;-87.6736236
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260309T205812Z
CREATED:20251215T222125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205812Z
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SUMMARY:For the Sake of Argument: A Workshop Series -- MOVED to Mishkan HQ!
DESCRIPTION:Some arguments build understanding – others build walls. Join Rabbi Lizzi and Robbie Gringras\, co-founder of For the Sake of Argument\, for a three-part workshop series designed to help us argue better: with compassion\, curiosity\, and conviction. Through text study\, practice\, and reflection\, we’ll build the muscles we need to speak our truths\, hear others fully\, and hold tension without breaking relationships. Just in time for Passover\, let’s transform how we talk\, how we listen\, and how we argue. \nThe 3/12 session is no longer postponed. We will meet at the original time of 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Mishkan HQ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a three-part workshop that meets on the following dates: March 12th\, March 19th\, and March 29th. This program is $36/attendee for General Admission and $18/attendee for Builders.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/for-the-sake-of-argument-03-12-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Passover
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T220000
DTSTAMP:20260224T164411Z
CREATED:20260113T214544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T164411Z
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SUMMARY:The Tonight Spiel: Purim 2026
DESCRIPTION:You’ve been invited to a taping of the hottest comedy program on air — The Tonight Spiel with Mishkan Chicago. Formal attire is strictly forbidden at our pre-show cocktail hour\, and only the most outrageous outfits will do at our costume parade. Then\, enjoy a hilarious night of entertainment featuring topical sketches lampooning the news written and performed by your charismatic hosts\, the Mishkan Spiel Team. Finally\, laugh along to our full Megillah reading with all-new ridiculous\, irreverent commentary. Whether you join us in-person as part of our live studio audience or via the boob tube (our state-of-the-art YouTube livestream)\, your sides will be bursting all night long. \nRegister for In-Person and Virtual Tickets\nSchedule of Events \n\n6:00 pm — Dinner + Cocktail Hour\n7:15 pm — Spiel + Full Megillah Reading\n9:15 pm — Afterparty + Dance Party\n10:00 pm — Last Call
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/adult-purim-2026/
LOCATION:Chop Shop\, 2033 W North Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Purim
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T180000
DTSTAMP:20260224T214848Z
CREATED:20251105T200427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T214848Z
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SUMMARY:Jew by Choice Purim Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Purim with friends old and new! Join Rabbi Steven for a pre-party happy hour where Jews-by-Choice — whether you’re long-time\, recent\, or just beginning your journey — can connect over a drink and conversation before heading together to Mishkan’s Purim celebration. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/jew-by-choice-purim-happy-hour-2026/
LOCATION:Paradise Park\, 1913 W North Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Jews By Choice,Purim
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260128T175839Z
CREATED:20260113T214302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T175839Z
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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
CREATED:20260114T160111Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Purim,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260123T181722Z
CREATED:20251209T182744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T181722Z
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SUMMARY:How to Holiday: Bake Hamantaschen and Mishloach Manot
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered how to bake the perfect hamantaschen — or what mishloach manot even are? Join Rabbi Steven and other Mishkan Builders in conjunction with Zeitlin’s Deli for a hands-on Purim prep workshop where we’ll roll up our sleeves\, fill our cookies with something sweet\, and learn the joyful tradition of giving gifts of food to friends and neighbors. Together\, we’ll explore the deeper meaning of these rituals and get ready to celebrate Purim in community. \nThis is a Builder-exclusive event. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/how-to-holiday-purim-2026/
LOCATION:Zeitlin’s Deli\, 2203 N Clybourn Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Builder Event,Featured Home,Holiday,Purim
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T180000
DTSTAMP:20260114T210358Z
CREATED:20260114T160111Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2026-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Holiday,Purim,Teens & Tweens
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