20s & 30s Shabbat
2025-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Rodef Shalom Biblical Garden, 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Join us for a relaxed summer evening in our Biblical Garden as we welcome Shabbat with this abridged monthly service. Get to know other Pittsburgh young Jewish professionals and close out the week with wine, apps, and great company! Registration required.

Light Candles at: 8:29 PM
2025-07-18 20:29 | Pittsburgh, 2201 Pennsylvania Furnace Rd, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, United States
Parshat Pinchas, Light Candles at: 8:29 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org

Shabbat Ends: 9:34 PM
2025-07-19 21:34 | Pittsburgh, 2201 Pennsylvania Furnace Rd, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, United States
Parshat Pinchas, Shabbat Ends: 9:34 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org

CKids Jewish Discovery Club
2025-07-20 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-07-27 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-08-03 10:30 - 12:30 | Chabad of the South Hills’ New Building, 1700 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15243, United States
Open to all. No membership or affiliation required.

Aleph Champ Hebrew Reading
Love for being Jewish
New and Exciting Content Each Week
Rockin Holiday Events
0-4 Torah Tots
5-11 Super Jew
12-13 BMX Bar/Bat Mitzvah Experience

JCC Maccabi Volunteer Training 1
2025-07-20 18:30 - 20:00 | JCC Squirrel Hill, 5738 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
This is a closed event to train 200 volunteers for teh JCC Maccabi Event in August.
We want it on the calendar for scheduling purposes.

Psalms: The Poetry of the Soul
2025-07-21 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-07-28 09:30 - 10:30 | Zoom
$60 for this 4-session series.
Mondays at 9:30 AM, Jul. 21 – Aug. 11
In this new course, Rabbi Schiff will delve into the exquisite literature of the book of Psalms. He will explore Psalms for times of crisis, comfort, fear, joy and gratitude and will consider the enduring significance of the powerful psalms that have been embraced by Western civilization.

JCC Maccabi Volunteer Training 2
2025-07-21 16:30 - 18:00 | JCC Squirrel Hill, 5738 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
This is a closed event for 200 volunteers training for Maccabi.

Roll for Insight: Community-Building Roleplaying Game Club
2025-07-21 17:30 - 19:30 | 10.27 Healing Partnership
Meet every other week on Mondays from 5:30pm-7:30pm to connect and grow with new friends through playing tabletop role playing games designed to inspire emotional depth!

We’ll band together to use RPGs to explore the intersection of identity, emotional resiliency, and games, to fight isolation and disconnection and to meet new people and form friendships. We will play one-shots, longer campaigns, well-known titles and indies, and we will use time before and after the game to find grounding, connect, discuss and reflect on these often-silly but sometimes profound forms of art and play.

Story Time in the Garden
2025-07-22 13:15 - 14:30 | Rodef Shalom Biblical Garden, 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Young children and their grown-ups are invited to join Librarian Sam Siskind for a story in our garden, followed by a crafty activity!

Dave Wright Defensive Tactics Training for Seniors
2025-07-23 13:30 - 15:30 | JCC South Hills, 345 Kane Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, 15243, United States
Stay Safe, Stay Strong!
Join us for a dynamic and confidence-building workshop designed specifically for older adults who want to take charge of their personal safety. In this hands-on session, trained instructors will guide participants through simple yet effective self-defense techniques tailored to different mobility levels.
You’ll learn how to:

Increase awareness and recognize potentially dangerous situations
Use verbal and physical strategies to defuse and defend
Rely on your strengths—whether it’s voice, movement or assertiveness

This workshop focuses on practical, age-appropriate tactics that can be used in everyday situations, all within a supportive and encouraging environment. No prior experience needed!
Made Possible by Lee & Lisa Olenick

Open Morning Meditation
2025-07-24 08:00 - 08:45, 2025-07-31 08:00 - 08:45 | 10.27 Healing Partnership
Looking to incorporate mindfulness into your routine and make meaningful connections with others? Join us from 8am to 8:45am every Thursday for open meditation. We will engage in individual, quiet meditation for approximately twenty minutes, followed by approximately twenty minutes of group reflection, thoughts and warm community-building.
Everyone of all experience levels is welcome! No registration is required. These sessions are free. JCC membership not required to attend.
Meet us in Room 316 of the Jewish Community Center in Squirrel Hill.

The Way I See It
2025-07-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Paintings by note Pittsburgh artist Stephen Hankin.

Summer Friday Evenings at Scott Park With Beth El
2025-07-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Scott Park, Park Dr, Carnegie,, PA, 15106, United States
You’re invited to a joyful evening of community, connection, and family fun at Scott Park!
Here’s what’s happening:

5:30 PM – Young Families Playdate
Bring our youngest friends for a playful meet-up at the playground—snacks will be provided!
6:00 PM – Potluck Dairy Dinner
Enjoy a delicious, relaxed potluck dinner (the main course will be sponsored by the rabbis) with friends old and new. Please bring a dairy (or pareve) side dish, salad or dessert to share!
6:30 PM – Camp-Style Singing Service
We’ll gather for a short, soulful, and song-filled service—perfect for all ages.
7:00 PM – Dessert & Community Time
Sweet treats and time to connect before we wrap up by 7:30.

Location: Scott Park, Locust Shelter (Please note: no dogs allowed at this park.)
Park Dr, Carnegie, PA 15106
We’d love to see you there—feel free to bring friends and make it a night to remember!
Please take a moment to RSVP and let us know what you’ll be bringing for the potluck—this helps us plan and make sure we have a great variety!
And don’t forget to save the dates for our special Welcome Back Shabbat on August 29!
To RSVP: https://forms.gle/g2PDVcktCC5TqCck7

Light Candles at: 8:23 PM
2025-07-25 20:23 | Pittsburgh, 2201 Pennsylvania Furnace Rd, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, United States
Parshat Matot-Massei, Light Candles at: 8:23 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org

Shabbat Ends: 9:27 PM
2025-07-26 21:27 | Pittsburgh, 2201 Pennsylvania Furnace Rd, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, United States
Parshat Matot-Massei, Shabbat Ends: 9:27 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org

JCC Maccabi Volunteer Training 3
2025-07-27 18:30 - 20:00 | JCC South Hills, 345 Kane Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, 15243, United States
This is a CLOSED event for training 200 volunteers for Maccabi Event.

Women's Division Chai Tea - Israel Bonds
2025-07-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-28 12:00 - 15:00 | Private home
Israel Bonds Women’s Division Chai Tea

ZOA Kandy Ehrenwerth Memorial Lecture
2025-07-28 19:00 - 21:00 | JCC Levinson Hall, 5738 Forbes Ave - Darlington Entrance, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
Kandy Ehrenwerth died tragically in an automobile accident and ZOA sponsors a biennial lecture in her memory. Special guest, Mitchell Bard, PhD will discuss “American Colleges and Universities are Selling Out To Middle East Oil Money.”
Registration is required.

Friday Evening Shabbat Service
2025-08-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
You’re invited to Congregation Bet Tikvah’s monthly Friday evening Shabbat service. We are a welcoming, queer-centric independent minyan. You can attend virtually via Zoom, or join us in person. We no longer require new attendees to sign up ahead of time! Simply show up and sign in at the security desk.

Light Candles at: 8:16 PM
2025-08-01 20:16 | Pittsburgh, 2201 Pennsylvania Furnace Rd, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, United States
Parshat Devarim, Light Candles at: 8:16 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org

Shabbat Ends: 9:19 PM
2025-08-02 21:19 | Pittsburgh, 2201 Pennsylvania Furnace Rd, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, United States
Parshat Devarim, Shabbat Ends: 9:19 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org

TISHA B'AV
2025-08-03

JCC Maccabi Campus Games 2025
2025-08-03 - 2025-08-08 | University of Pittsburgh
The JCC Maccabi Games® is the largest Jewish youth event in the world. From August 3-8, 2025, nearly 2,000 Jewish teens and thousands of families will gather in Pittsburgh to celebrate Jewish life in a historic display of pride and unity.
Established in 1982, the JCC Maccabi Games aim to:

Provide a supportive environment fostering respect, sportsmanship and fun
Instill Jewish values and cultural pride
Promote health and fitness through sports
Teach teamwork, integrity and community service

Join the JCC Maccabi Campus Games Pittsburgh 2025 and be a part of something truly special.

PJ Library Pittsburgh Playground Playdate
2025-08-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Anderson Playground, Panther Hollow Road and BLVD of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Please join PJ Library for a playground playdate at Anderson Playground in Schenley Park! Bubbles, games and light snacks will be provided.
Please RSVP to ejaye@jccpgh.org in order to receive updates about this event, especially in the event of inclement weather.

Screening of the Documentary “October 8”
2025-08-03 14:30 - 17:00 | Congregation Shaare Torah, 2319 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
You’re invited to a free screening of the documentary “October 8.” Seating is limited, so register now to reserve your place!
