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SUMMARY:Infant Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:Build your community with other new parents of babies as we schmooze and share the oys and joys of the first year of parenting. First timers and old timers welcome! \nAfterwards\, join us for Rise and Shine\, our Shabbat morning program for ages 0-4\, full of music and songs. Infant Social Hour is led by Director of Early and Elementary Family Life Rachel Mylan. We will offer yummy snacks\, but feel free to bring your own nut-free favorites. \nThis program is sponsored by a generous grant from jBaby Chicago and JUF. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/infant-social-hour-11-21-26/
LOCATION:CJDS\, 3730 N California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T094500
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Morning Mishnah Study (Fall 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extended Saturday Morning Mishnah from 8:45am-9:45am during Shabbat Services. Are you someone who loves studying rabbinic texts? Or perhaps you are thinking about exploring them for the first time? Join Rabbi Steven on Shabbat mornings to dive into the world of the rabbis. Texts will be in Hebrew and English. Feel free to join us at services after or to head out into your day! \nThis program is drop-in and will meet from 8:45 – 9:45 AM before the following Saturday Morning Shabbat Services: 10/10\, 10/24\, 11/7\, 11/21\, 12/5\, 12/19 \nIf you plan on attending any of these sessions we ask that you register here. You only need to register once! We will send an email reminding you of upcoming sessions. \nPlease bring ID\, and please note if you arrive before the program’s start time (8:45am) you will not be able to enter the building.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/shabbat-morning-mishnah-study-fall-2026/2026-11-21/
LOCATION:CJDS\, 3730 N California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T193000
DTSTAMP:20261002T125944Z
CREATED:20260811T204656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T125944Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Virtual Conversation & Candle Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Bring in Shabbat with Rabbi Steven — all from the comfort of your own home! Blessings\, Torah study\, group discussion topics\, and special guests will differ from week to week\, but you can count on this virtual gathering for connection and a nourishing start to Shabbat. Tonight’s guest will be Mohammed Darawshe\, Director of Strategy of Givat Haviva\, the national education center of the Kibbutz Federation and the oldest institution in Israel promoting reconciliation between Jews and Arabs.\n\nRegister for the Zoom link\n\nComing for the first time? Let us know who you are so we can give you a special hello and introduce you to other Mishkanites. \n\n\n\n****
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/friday-night-virtual-conversation-candle-lighting-11-20-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T171039Z
UID:10019022-1795161600-1795163400@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-20/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T171039Z
UID:10019021-1795075200-1795077000@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260127T154705Z
CREATED:20260121T185517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T154705Z
UID:10016599-1795030200-1795035600@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Anti-Racism Book Club
DESCRIPTION:External change starts from within. Join a group of people doing the work of anti-racism by fostering personal growth and an awareness of unconscious bias. Meets virtually every other week\, discussing anti-racist non fiction books\, novels\, short stories\, as well as viewing films\, plays\, and tv shows. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/anti-racism-book-club-2-5-2/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Justice,Small Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T191500
DTSTAMP:20261014T153042Z
CREATED:20261014T153042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T153042Z
UID:10024666-1795026600-1795029300@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:New Builder Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Calling all new and new-ish Builders especially those who have yet to attend a Builder orientation. Join us for an evening of orientation to your Mishkan Buildership and meet other new Builders! We will gather on Zoom for intros and a welcome by R’Julie and break into chevruta (paired groups) to discuss how we can continue building a culture of respect\, positivity and empowerment together. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/new-builder-orientation-q4-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Builder Event,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T200000
DTSTAMP:20261014T151607Z
CREATED:20261014T151607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T151607Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL 4th Grade BMitzvah Orientation
DESCRIPTION:If 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 to meet other families\, ask questions\, and learn more about what it means to be in the BMitzvah program at Mishkan.  If you attended the in-person orientation on Nov. 15\, you don’t need to come twice. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/4th-grade-bmitzvah-orientation-virtual-11-18-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T171039Z
UID:10019020-1794988800-1794990600@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260930T150028Z
CREATED:20260930T150028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T150028Z
UID:10024629-1794942000-1794949200@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Shakespeare and the Hebrew Bible
DESCRIPTION:Calling all poets\, writers\, word nerds\, and former theater kids! Miss your high school English class? Love Shakespeare? Ever wondered where that guy pulled his biggest themes from? Join Rabbi Julie for a text study series that dives deep into the surprising and sometimes funny parallels between the world’s greatest plays and the stories of the Hebrew Bible.  \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/shakespeare-and-the-hebrew-bible-11-17-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
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UID:10019019-1794902400-1794904200@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260325T185803Z
CREATED:20260325T185803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T185803Z
UID:10024005-1794852000-1794855600@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Disability & Chronic Illness Support Group
DESCRIPTION:In this clinician led support group for adults (18+) experiencing disability or chronic illness can find a safe and supportive space to discuss their struggles and successes with like-minded peers who understand. This program is sponsored by Maggie’s Place. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/disability-chronic-illness-support-group-11-16-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Maggie's Place
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T171039Z
UID:10019018-1794816000-1794817800@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261115T160000
DTSTAMP:20261014T152437Z
CREATED:20261014T152437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T152437Z
UID:10024665-1794751200-1794758400@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:4th Grade BMitzvah Orientation
DESCRIPTION:If 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 to meet other families\, ask questions\, and learn more about what it means to be in the BMitzvah program at Mishkan. \nRegister \nCan’t join us on Sunday? We’ll also have a virtual orientation on November 18. Register here!
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/4th-grade-bmitzvah-orientation-11-15-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T120000
DTSTAMP:20261019T151459Z
CREATED:20260803T173555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T151459Z
UID:10024500-1794650400-1794657600@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Family Shabbat Morning with Rabbi Lizzi
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Lizzi for a brand-new\, monthly Shabbat service for the whole family. We’ll sing\, pray\, learn a little Torah\, and then enjoy kiddush lunch together. This program is intended for families with kids ages 5-12\, but siblings and anyone else interested are welcome to this morning of community building and inspiration! \nRegister\nComing for the first time? Let us know who you are so we can give you a special hello and introduce you to other Mishkanites.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/family-shabbat-11-14-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
GEO:41.9545175;-87.6736236
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T203000
DTSTAMP:20261007T160010Z
CREATED:20251205T202501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T160010Z
UID:10021441-1794594600-1794601800@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Friday Night Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for music from our Davening Team\, uplifting liturgy\, and reflection from our rabbis. Music\, prayer and special guests will differ week to week\, but you can always count on this Friday wind-down to leave you feeling nourished and inspired. \nKnock out your holiday shopping with our pre-service Hanukkah Market\, featuring artists and vendors from the talented Mishkan community. \nLinda Daly is generously sponsoring tonight’s kiddush in memory of her mother\, Arlene. \nSixth grade families\, we have a special pizza party just for you! We’ll gather at Mishkan HQ before services for dinner\, then head over to 2U\, where sixth graders will be invited to lead the community in prayer. Please register here so we know who’s coming. \nWatch the livestream on Mishkan’s YouTube channel. \nComing for the first time? Let us know who you are so we can give you a special hello and introduce you to other Mishkanites. \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-11-13-2026/
LOCATION:Second Unitarian Church\, 656 W Barry Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657
CATEGORIES:Shabbat
GEO:41.938191;-87.646513
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T183000
DTSTAMP:20261013T155936Z
CREATED:20261013T155936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T155936Z
UID:10024662-1794591000-1794594600@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Hanukkah Market 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come early to Friday Night Shabbat to enjoy drinks and snacks while perusing handmade art\, Judaica\, jewelry\, and crafts. We’re bringing back the Hanukkah Art Market to show off incredible art handmade by Mishkanite artists\, which could include you 👀 (sign up here!) Support the incredibly creative makers in our community and get some Hanukkah shopping done\, or just have a fun time looking and snacking with friends!
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/hanukkah-market-2026/
LOCATION:Second Unitarian Church\, 656 W Barry Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Hanukkah,Holiday
GEO:41.938191;-87.646513
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T183000
DTSTAMP:20261002T130420Z
CREATED:20261002T130420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T130420Z
UID:10024637-1794589200-1794594600@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:6th Grade Pizza Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Build community with fellow 6th grade families and join us for a pizza dinner followed by Shabbat services\, where 6th graders will be invited to lead the community in prayer. This is a great chance to check out a Mishkan Shabbat service and make new connections. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/6th-grade-pizza-shabbat/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Shabbat,Teens & Tweens
GEO:41.9545175;-87.6736236
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T111500
DTSTAMP:20260930T151442Z
CREATED:20260930T151442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T151442Z
UID:10024633-1794563100-1794568500@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Spiritual Technology for a Broken World
DESCRIPTION:How do we respond to a broken world? The early rabbis formed our tradition during a time when it felt like everything was falling apart. Recognizing that we can’t always fix things\, they developed spiritual technology to help us navigate disaster\, show up for one another\, and build the kinds of communities that can help us through whatever comes next. Join Rabbi Steven for a 4-part series about these ancient tools – and how we can apply them to our lives today. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/spiritual-technology-for-a-broken-world-11-13-26/
LOCATION:Sketchpad\, 4411 N Ravenswood\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T100000
DTSTAMP:20261007T153641Z
CREATED:20260716T193440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T153641Z
UID:10024418-1794561300-1794564000@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. Even if you can’t make it\, sign up to join our WhatsApp group! \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/raising-mensches-11-13-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T171039Z
UID:10019017-1794556800-1794558600@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-13/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T171039Z
UID:10019016-1794470400-1794472200@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-12/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T171039Z
UID:10019015-1794384000-1794385800@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-11/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260930T145948Z
CREATED:20260930T145948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T145948Z
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare and the Hebrew Bible
DESCRIPTION:Calling all poets\, writers\, word nerds\, and former theater kids! Miss your high school English class? Love Shakespeare? Ever wondered where that guy pulled his biggest themes from? Join Rabbi Julie for a text study series that dives deep into the surprising and sometimes funny parallels between the world’s greatest plays and the stories of the Hebrew Bible.  \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/shakespeare-and-the-hebrew-bible-11-10-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T203000
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SUMMARY:BluePrint 2026 - 2027
DESCRIPTION:A down-to-Earth learning program for those who want to explore Judaism in an approachable and accessible way\, open to all adult learners with a special track for those considering conversion. BluePrint is led by Rabbi Steven Philp with guest appearances by Rabbi Lizzi Heydemann\, and other movers and shakers in the Chicago Jewish scene. \nThe purpose of this course is to equip students with a foundational knowledge of Judaism to unlock further exploration – whether you’re studying to convert\, are reconnecting with your roots\, or looking to bring Judaism into your multi-faith home. We’ll dive into foundational Jewish texts\, explore beliefs and practices\, experience the rhythms of the Jewish calendar\, and reflect on what it means to live Jewishly in the 21st century. \nThis course will meet in-person at Mishkan HQ beginning in October and will meet on alternating Mondays from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. You can download the course schedule here. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/blueprint-2026-2027-11-09-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T190000
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: Studying Family Relationships in Six Stories of Genesis
DESCRIPTION:The Book of Bereshit (Genesis) portrays our founding mothers and fathers as imperfect people grappling with raw emotions—love\, fear\, greed\, jealousy\, rejection\, sorrow— all unfolding within a Divine covenant that intensifies the drama. Modern scholars tell us these ancient tales were compiled after the exile to Babylon\, incorporating many folk traditions. Over the millennia\, Jews have learned that unpacking the interactions of our spiritual progenitors can help us reflect on the complexity of relationships with one another\, with our tribe of birth/choice\, and within ourselves. Join Builders Ted and Wendy Besmann weekly for virtual discussions (or just come when you can!) as they explore six of these stories that we will read in the upcoming parshiyot. We’ll end the series with Rabbi Julie offering a rabbinic perspective! \nRegister \nIsaac and Rebecca: The middle patriarch Isaac has a remarkably passive role in his own life story; by contrast\, his wife Rebecca is a wily strategic thinker who demands answers from God and elevates her clever son Jacob over his older\, physically stronger brother Esau. What might the story tell us about the traits that we value most as a people? How have these traits affected us as a people and as individuals within our birth and found families? \nJacob and Esau: The story of an elder brother’s hunger results in an impulsive decision to trade his birthright for lentil stew\, in stark contrast with a younger brother’s cool calculation in withholding food until he’s promised something of greater value. What does this story tell us about how our tradition views acting from the heart instead of the head? What might it teach us about unintended consequences? \nJacob and Laban: The transactional relationship between Jacob and his unscrupulous great-uncle Laban is a study in how a powerless young stranger doesn’t get mad\, he gets even—ending up a wealthy man with two wives. How does this compare and contrast with our tribe’s experience through the centuries? \nRachel and Leah: Two sisters vie for the same man because status comes through motherhood. Leah bears many children but is unloved; Rachel wins love but dies in childbirth. Why do people relegated to a lower rung of society choose to cooperate or compete? What makes the difference? \nJoseph and his brothers: In a story that echoes Babylonian and Persian traditions\, naive hubris falls prey to jealous trickery\, and a powerless young man must gain wisdom through privation as he scrabbles his way to success. What makes a rags-to-riches story so compelling? Is Joseph an opportunist or a hero? \nJoseph and Judah: Joseph\, alienated from his people\, makes the painful journey toward reconciliation with those who hurt him\, while his older brother Judah repents his complicity and offers a selfless sacrifice to save a younger brother. Are there similarities/differences between this younger/elder story and that of Jacob and Esau? How has reconciliation\, forgiveness\, and reparation affected us as a people?
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/small-groups-studying-family-relationships-in-six-stories-of-genesis-11-09-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Small Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T180000
DTSTAMP:20261014T153717Z
CREATED:20261014T153717Z
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: Jewish Movie Club: Kazablan
DESCRIPTION:Join Builders Yonatan and Susan Shamgar for Kazablan\, a 1973 Israeli musical starring Yehoram Gaon. An Israeli West Side Story about a Mizrahi gang leader in Jaffa and his relationship with an Ashkenazi woman that scandalizes their neighborhood as it is threatened with demolition by the municipality. Based on a late 60s stage musical that made a star out of Gaon. This movie is in Hebrew with English subtitles. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/small-groups-jewish-movie-club-11-8-26/
LOCATION:Builder Home in Irving Park
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Small Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T170000
DTSTAMP:20261006T203702Z
CREATED:20261006T203644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T203702Z
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: Families with Gender-Expansive Kiddos
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Builders Mollie Flink and Steven Chaitman in Welles Park\, a space to connect with other families who are being thoughtful in raising gender-expansive kids of all types\, navigating teachers\, other kids\, resources\, medical care\, but also having a space to be friends and in community together. If you’d like\, we’ll go to dinner afterwards! If you can’t make this first session\, please email michael@mishkanchicago.org to be connected to other events. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/families-with-gender-expansive-kiddos-11-07-26/
LOCATION:Welles Park\, 2333 W Sunnyside Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,LGBTQ+,Small Groups
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