Event Calendar
Events
Virtual Book Club: “Lady Tan’s Circle of Women” by Lisa See
Virtual Book Club: “Lady Tan's Circle of Women” by Lisa See Monday, May 25 | 7:00-8:00pm | Zoom Contact Dana for Zoom Come schmooze and discuss Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See
Chevra Nichum: “Shiva 101”
Shiva 101: Presence, Comfort and Community Tuesday, May 26 | 5:30-7:00pm Register Here (Location sent upon registration) Our tradition guides us when a death occurs, yet many people feel unsure about the practice of shiva—being present with mourners after a funeral. This teaching session explains shiva traditions, including home preparation, and the power of community support in times of loss.
Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Kabbalat Shabbat Services Friday | 6:15pm Stampfer Chapel Join our clergy for a traditional Kabbalat Shabbat service where we weave together ancient and modern melodies as we celebrate Shabbat.
Sisterhood Craft & Schmooze
Sisterhood Craft & Schmooze Sunday, April 26 | 10:00am-12:00pm | Room 100 Contact Dana for more information. Bring your favorite craft and join us for a relaxed drop-in session to create, connect, and schmooze with fellow crafters.
A Strong Foundation: Celebrating CNS & Honoring 70 Years of Foundation School
A Strong Foundation: Celebrating CNS & Honoring 70 Years of Foundation School Sunday, May 31, 2026 | 5:00-9:00 pm Register here In the early 1950's, Rabbi Stampfer established a preschool at Ahavai Shalom that would become the Foundation School, opening the door for young families to connect to Jewish learning, identity, and community. At a pivotal moment in American Jewish life, this program helped shape lifelong relationships and connection to Jewish life and synagogue. For ... Read More
Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Kabbalat Shabbat Services Friday | 6:15pm Stampfer Chapel Join our clergy for a traditional Kabbalat Shabbat service where we weave together ancient and modern melodies as we celebrate Shabbat.
Kiddush Club (K-3rd Grade)
Kiddush Club (K-3rd Grade) First and Third Saturdays, 10:30am, Room 102 Continue the fun and warmth of Tot Shabbat with Kiddush Club. We sing, dance, hear a Torah story, and more with our fantastic educators!
Mini Minyan (3rd-5th Grades)
Mini Minyan First and Third Saturdays, 10:30am, Youth Lounge Join Tefilah and Youth Specialist Meg Bernstein to learn, lead, and enjoy an active mini-Shabbat service! This service for 3rd-5th is a great stepping stone to the main service for our older elementary aged kids.
Tot Shabbat (ages 0-5)
Tot Shabbat (ages 0-5) First and Third Saturdays, 10:30am, Zidell Chapel Experience the joy of Shabbat with this fun and engaging service for families with kids 5 and under. Join our wonderful early childhood educators and the Shabbes Mouse, for a lively Shabbat service. Enjoy singing, dancing, storytelling, and more!

