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Shavuot Shabbat (Indoor) Pizza Picnic

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

Due to extreme weather conditions, our Shavuot Shabbat service will now be held at Second Unitarian.  Shavuot is a celebration of Torah — revelation, enlightenment, growth, creativity, wisdom, knowledge, and…dairy?! At 5:30 pm, get into the spirit of Shavuot with our Pizza Picnic, a dairy-fest full of pizza, ice cream, and games before our Shabbat […]

Rising Song Gathering with the Deborah Sacks Mintz Ensemble

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

Mark the season of Lag Ba’Omer in song and celebration! Join R. Deborah Sacks Mintz and her soulful ensemble for a participatory evening of rich harmony, deep groove, and heart-opening song - blending traditional texts, contemporary melodies, and meditative nigunim. Presented by Hadar Chicago, Mishkan, and the Rising Song Institute. Doors open at 7:15 pm […]

Spring For(k)ward Shabbat Dinner

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

Following services, join us for Shabbat dinner as we celebrate the arrival of spring! A delicious vegetarian dinner will be catered by Schmaltz & Vinegar and costs $18 per person. The meal will be in Second Unitarian’s loft space which requires going up a flight of stairs. Register

Friday Night Shabbat

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

Join us for music from our Davening Team, uplifting liturgy, and reflection from our rabbis. Following services, stick around for Spring For(k)ward, a delicious vegetarian dinner catered by Schmaltz & Vinegar — register soon! Watch the livestream on Mishkan’s YouTube channel. Looking to help out? We’re in need of volunteer greeters to welcome people into […]

Friday Night Shabbat

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

Tonight, we are honored to hear a special guest drash from R’Jonah Rank. We will hold an aufruf for Nikki Kothari and Jacob Gold — and they are sponsoring kiddush! Ahead of services, we will hold a Mish-Curious Happy Hour for anyone who has been thinking of giving Mishkan a spin or is looking to […]

Mish-curious Happy Hour

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

Have you been meaning to check out Mishkan? Want to come to services, but are a little unsure who will be your seat buddies? Join us for this pre-Shabbat happy hour and connect with other Mish-curious folks! We'll gather in the loft space at 2nd Unitarian Church, where services will be held that evening.   […]

Friday Night Shabbat

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

Join us for music from our Davening Team, uplifting liturgy, and reflection from our rabbis. In addition to our regularly scheduled music, prayer, and inspiration, we will commemorate Mental Health Shabbat with our partners at JCFS. Kalman Resnick, a Mishkan Community member and immigration lawyer, will be joining us to speak about immigration - what […]

Friday Night Shabbat

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

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. Winter Coat Drive Mishkan’s New Arrival Team is hosting a Winter Coat Drive […]

Friday Night Shabbat

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

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. ASL interpretation will be provided. Watch the livestream on Mishkan’s YouTube channel. Looking […]

Friday Night Shabbat

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

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. Winter Coat Drive Mishkan's New Arrival Team is hosting a Winter Coat Drive […]