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Middle School Havdalah Chocolate Seder

Mishkan Chicago HQ 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101, Chicago, IL

Your middle schooler (6th-8th Grader) is cordially invited to an extra tasty pre-seder, led by Rabbi Ari, where we’ll take a closer look at the themes of the Passover seder. We’ll hit the high notes of the Seder while connecting with other middle schoolers and enjoying a sweet afternoon. This program costs $10 per student. […]

Celebrating the Four Children: An Introduction to Neurodiversity for Parents

Using the 4 children of the passover seder as an entry point, we’ll explore what neurodiversity is and the spectrum of experience it can encompass. This workshop is an opportunity to hear from experts in Jewish inclusion spaces who will share tools for how we help our children self advocate and celebrate who they are. […]

Event Series MishTeens: Sunday Supper Chug

MishTeens: Sunday Supper Chug

Mishkan Chicago HQ 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101, Chicago, IL

We're excited to kick-off our new MishTeen community group, the Sunday Supper Chug for teens in grades 8-12. We will explore the issues that matter most to our teens, learn what Judaism has to say about it, all while having a good time and making great friends. Teens will self-select affinity groups according to gender […]

Event Series Rise & Shine

Rise & Shine

CJDS 3730 N California Ave, Chicago, IL, Chicago, IL, United States

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. For Shabbat and other programs, masks are optional. For people ages 6 months and up, full vaccination is expected and boosters are heavily encouraged.

Event Series Mah Tovu: How Good!

Mah Tovu: How Good!

CJDS 3730 N California Ave, Chicago, IL, Chicago, IL, United States

A Shabbat morning service for kids and parents age 5-8, using a kid’s siddur (prayer book) and getting comfortable with the music and words of a Mishkan style Shabbat morning, including stories and Torah conversations. We will meet for services at 9:30 am, with Mah Tovu beginning at 11:00 am. For Shabbat and other programs, […]

5th Grade Family BMitzvah Info Session

Mishkan Chicago HQ 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101, Chicago, IL

Calling all 5th grade families, join us for a BMitzvah information session to touch base on the timeline, answer questions, and connect with other families. The exciting headline of this morning is: your student will receive their Torah portion! Register

Event Series Rise & Shine

Rise & Shine

CJDS 3730 N California Ave, Chicago, IL, Chicago, IL, United States

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. For Shabbat and other programs, masks are optional. For people ages 6 months and up, full vaccination is expected and boosters are heavily encouraged.

Event Series Mah Tovu: How Good!

Mah Tovu: How Good!

CJDS 3730 N California Ave, Chicago, IL, Chicago, IL, United States

A Shabbat morning service for kids and parents age 5-8, using a kid’s siddur (prayer book) and getting comfortable with the music and words of a Mishkan style Shabbat morning, including stories and Torah conversations. We will meet for services at 9:30 am, with Mah Tovu beginning at 11:00 am. For Shabbat and other programs, […]

Small Groups: Parents of Teens

Builder Home in Lincoln Square

Parenting teenagers is its own very special challenge. Bring that article, podcast or Facebook post you've been thinking about to discuss with other parents of teens. Accessibility Note: Ample street parking. Entrance is a couple steps up. One friendly and hypoallergenic dog on premises. Register

Info Session for 7th Graders for IsraelNow Trip

This information session is geared toward 7th graders interested in traveling to Israel with IsraelNow. Learn more about the 8th grade Chicago trip to Israel in the 2024 - 2025 school year, hosted by IsraelNow. Jewish eighth graders from all over Chicago will explore must-see spots in Israel, dive into immersive, educational experiences, and make […]