Jewish Community
Second Chance Symposium Join us to learn more about our work in the criminal justice system, the ways the justice system affects every community in the United States, and the impact the Aleph Institute has on the community here in Pittsburgh. Learn how we can change the lives of incarcerated people, and what we as […]
Congregation Beth Shalom is thrilled to announce our second annual Pittsburgh Jewish Book Festival! Most authors are free, but headliners either cost $10 per ticket, $18 for an All Festival Pass or $180 for a Pass Plus, which includes meet and greets. Our low prices are made possible by the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh […]
A gourmet gastronomic adventure under the stars supporting Jewish teen enrichment and empowerment (a.k.a incredible all-you-can-eat BBQ for a great cause)!
We are pleased to announce Michael Solomonov and Steven Cook will be presenting their book Zahav Home on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. at Congregation Beth Shalom. Advanced registration is $20 per person (Students – $5 per person). Walk-in welcome, $25 per person at the door. Book signings and sales after the […]
Join us on Saturday, February 8 for Clues and Schmooze, a fun trivia event, including a raffle, open bar and snacks! Trivia will be played with teams of 3 to 6. Bring your own team or be matched up at the door! Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Doors open at […]
Congregation Beth Shalom will be hosting the first ever Jewish Book Festival. The Book Festival is presented with the Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle, Carolyn Slayton and Seth Glick. Support Jewish Authors. More information to follow.
We are excited to host Dr. Melissa Marks’s presentation for the first time! Bio: Dr. Melissa Marks is the daughter and granddaughter of Holocaust survivors. Her desire to understand the history and psychology of the Holocaust led her to become a social studies teacher, a career she loved for a decade. Currently, she is in her 21st year as a […]
I’ve been writing pretty much weekly for the last 12 years. I enjoy taking a little bit of time as Shabbat approaches to reflect on what I experience and to share my impressions and thoughts about our Federation, our Jewish community and our Jewish world. Often times, I receive feedback, luckily, almost always positive. It’s […]