Come one and all and start the new week with some Torah time in community. Join Builder Tim Graves in this weekly Torah study practice over Zoom. The drop-in group meets weekly on Sundays. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
In this clinician led support group adults (18 +) experiencing disability or chronic illness can find a safe and supportive space to discuss their struggles and successes with like-minded peers […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
As we move toward Hanukkah, a holiday of rededication, we invite you to ask yourself "what does it mean for you to be a Jew?" This workshop is a deep dive into what it means to be Jewish – to you! Discover how your identity informs your values, which can serve as a foundation for […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Volunteer with fellow Builders and serve meals in a restaurant-style setting at the JUF Uptown Cafe. The cafe is one of Chicago's first kosher anti-hunger programs for the needy, providing hot meals along with other community programs for Jews & non-Jews alike. We are so excited to be partnering with them and hope you'll join […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Build your community with other new parents of babies (12 months and under)! This four-part series is a chance to sing, schmooze, and share oys and joys with other families. Build Your Village will be co-led by Director of Early and Elementary Family Life Rachel Mylan and Leah Whiteman, a Couple and Family Therapist intern […]
Calling all LGBTQ+ Mishkanites! Mishkan’s Queer Small Group is hosting another Shabbat Potluck, and you’re invited. This month, we will be hosted by Builders Hosted by Avery Komlofske at his […]
Chana Zelig will deliver a short kavanah in honor of her 60th birthday! Rise & Shine will be held for children ages 0-4 at 10:00 am, Mah Tovu for children ages 5-8 at 11:00 am, and you can stay and schmooze for lunch. There will be no ASL provided for this service. Please note that this service […]
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. […]
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, […]
Let’s go nuts for donuts! Join us for a Lakeview dessert crawl with stops at Firecakes, Mini Donut Factory, Stan’s Donuts, and XO Marshmallow. Drop-off at Stan’s Donuts at Clark […]
Our next Mensch Academy Meetup is just around the corner! Please join us at the home of Mensch family Jordi Buller and Maria Tchijov on Sunday, December 3rd, from 2-4pm […]
Come one and all and start the new week with some Torah time in community. Join Builder Tim Graves in this weekly Torah study practice over Zoom. The drop-in group meets weekly on Sundays. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
This is a support group for caregivers of children ages 10 and over, who identify as neurodiverse or experience social-emotional, cognitive, or behavioral challenges. Facilitated by Jess Levine LCSW, we […]
This is a safe space for anyone over the age of 18 who has a Trans or Non-binary loved one and would like support. This group will be facilitated by […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
This is a support group for caregivers of children ages 9 and under, who identify as neurodiverse or experience social-emotional, cognitive, or behavioral challenges. Facilitated by Sara Hood MA, we […]
As we move toward Hanukkah, a holiday of rededication, we invite you to ask yourself "what does it mean for you to be a Jew?" This workshop is a deep […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
Dust off your menorah and join R'Steven on the first night of Hanukkah for a virtual candle lighting and intention setting. The lesson of this holiday is that each of […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
Build your community with other new parents of babies (12 months and under)! This four-part series is a chance to sing, schmooze, and share oys and joys with other families. […]
This week, we are bringing in Hanukkah with warmth and light! We are joined by special musical guest Rabbi Micah Shapiro. Plus, Mishkan's Migrant Response Team is holding another Winter […]
Let’s fry up some fun and light the menorah! Led by our all-star cast of family educators, join us for family-friendly games and activities, singing, and of course, lots of […]
Are you bored? Then get on BOARD for an awesome night of fun and games hosted by Builders Yonatan and Susan Shamgar! Join us for havdalah and Hanukkah candlelighting before […]
We're excited to kick-off our new MishTeen community group, the Sunday Supper Chug (pronounced "choog," meaning club) for teens in grades 8-12. We will explore the issues that matter most […]
Come one and all and start the new week with some Torah time in community. Join Builder Tim Graves in this weekly Torah study practice over Zoom. The drop-in group […]
Join us for a Hanukkah hang, as we gather with other LGBTQ+ Jews and loved ones to light the hanukkiah. There will be a latke bar and snacks, refreshments, and […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
No matter how scary the world gets, books are the best escape! Join Builder Debbie Kaltman for a fiction book club that is "vaguely" Jewish. Each book will have Jewish […]
As we move toward Hanukkah, a holiday of rededication, we invite you to ask yourself "what does it mean for you to be a Jew?" This workshop is a deep […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
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 […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Build your community with other new parents of babies (12 months and under)! This four-part series is a chance to sing, schmooze, and share oys and joys with other families. […]
Join us for 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. Watch the livestream on Mishkan’s YouTube channel.
Today is a Mensch Academy Showcase! Over the course of each learning theme, students develop creative projects to “showcase” their own answers to big Jewish questions. Mensch Academy Showcase is an opportunity for caregivers and the Mishkan community to honor our students and their learning. The 6th Grade class will lead a portion of services. […]
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.
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. Vaccinations required for people over […]
Being a Queer parent is different that being a straight parent; it comes with its own unique challenges and triumphs. Join Julie Avchen and Andi Friedman for a joyous morning […]
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. Register
Come one and all and start the new week with some Torah time in community. Join Builder Tim Graves in this weekly Torah study practice over Zoom. The drop-in group […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
This is a support group for caregivers of children ages 10 and over, who identify as neurodiverse or experience social-emotional, cognitive, or behavioral challenges. Facilitated by Jess Levine LCSW, we will create a space for caregivers to talk about the unique challenges and joys in raising differently wired kids. Resources and outside referrals can be […]
Are you in recovery from alcohol or other addictive substances? This new facilitator-led processing group, by sober folks for sober folks, will help you explore how Judaism and Jewish values […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Volunteer with fellow Builders and serve meals in a restaurant-style setting at the JUF Uptown Cafe. The cafe is one of Chicago's first kosher anti-hunger programs for the needy, providing hot meals along with other community programs for Jews & non-Jews alike. We are so excited to be partnering with them and hope you'll join […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Build your community with other new parents of babies (12 months and under)! This four-part series is a chance to sing, schmooze, and share oys and joys with other families. […]
’Tis the season! Join our rabbis for blessings and holiday spirit with a traditional Jewish Christmas celebration — chomping down on some Chinese food. We will go through the Shabbat blessings, followed by a vegetarian Chinese dinner. Cost is $20/pp (half off for Builders). Registration coming soon!
Come one and all and start the new week with some Torah time in community. Join Builder Tim Graves in this weekly Torah study practice over Zoom. The drop-in group […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Come one and all and start the new week with some Torah time in community. Join Builder Tim Graves in this weekly Torah study practice over Zoom. The drop-in group […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi Lizzi leads Thursdays, and Fridays are led by the community. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Rabbi […]
Join us as we begin a new book of Torah — Exodus! Plus, all the things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music, stretching, learning, and inspiration. Rise & Shine will […]
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. […]
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, […]