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July 2017
Summer lunch and carnival games for seniors
Chabad of the South Hills in Mt. Lebanon will hold a summer lunch and carnival games for seniors on Wednesday, July 12 at noon. There is a $5 suggested donation. The building is wheelchair accessible. Contact 412-278-2658 or barb@chabadsh.com to register.
Find out more »Performing Arts Camp presents ‘All Shook Up’
Performing Arts campers are “All Shook Up” as they rehearse for upcoming performances of the musical, based on the 1957 hit Elvis Presley song of the same name. “All Shook Up, Jr.” is this year’s production by kids participating in the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh’s Performing Arts Camp, a Philip Chosky Performing Arts Program. “‘All Shook Up,’ the musical, is like a love letter to Elvis,” says director Delilah Picart. “His music is so monumental that a lot…
Find out more »August 2017
The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg
Congregation Ahavath Achim, the Carnegie Shul, will be showing the film, “The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg,” at the Hollywood Theater in Dormont at 7 p.m. The program is being funded by a grant from South Hills Jewish Pittsburgh, a part of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. The Peabody Award-winning film is a sometimes humorous and often nostalgic documentary about how the former Detroit Tigers (and later Pittsburgh Pirates) slugger became a beacon of hope to American Jews…
Find out more »November 2017
Semer Ensemble Klezmer Concert
Semer Ensemble Klezmer Concert Direct from Berlin Bringing Jewish Music Back From the Ashes of Kristallnacht The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh and the Center for Loving Kindness and Civic Engagement of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh are pleased to share this important artistic and social justice program with the community. When: Saturday, November 11, 7:30‐9:30 PM Where: Katz Theater JCC of Greater Pittsburgh 5738 Darlington Road, Squirrel Hill $18; $10/student; no fee for Survivors. Purchase tickets here: https://jfedpgh.org/semer…
Find out more »Yonina in Concert
title: Derekh Presents: Yonina in Concert description: Israeli singing duo יונינה Yonina has become an international Internet sensation sharing videos of themselves singing from their car and living room couch. The duo’s immense popularity led them to record an album and sell out concerts in both Israel and the United States. Known for their positive vibe and soft harmonies, Yonina's acoustic concert in Pittsburgh will feature favorite covers from their weekly online videos along with songs from their debut album…
Find out more »December 2017
Congregation Emanu-El Israel’s Festival of the Jewish Arts Committee
Congregation Emanu-El Israel’s Festival of the Jewish Arts Committee is thrilled to announce that violinist, Monique Mead and pianist, Tom Roberts will present a delightful evening of character pieces and legendary tales of great Jewish musicians at the University of Pittsburgh, Greensburg Campus in Campana Chapel on Saturday December 9 at 7 PM. This program will highlight the musicians who enriched and defined American culture through their music. This delightful program will feature favorite works by George Gershwin, Jascha Heifetz,…
Find out more »Cooking with Susie Fishbein
From: <rivqa@pzonline.org> title: Cooking with Susie Fishbein description: Join us for a hands-on experience with best selling author and chef extraordinaire Susie Fishbein. Chef Susie will demonstrate her expertise while cooking a three course meal which will be enjoyed by all participants. Enjoy this interactive experience, learn new techniques, and cultivate new recipes. Susie's cookbooks will be sold. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from great talent! start-date: 2017-12-11 start time: 6:30 PM end date: end time: all-day event:…
Find out more »Annual Chanukah Festival and Menorah Parade
Annual Chanukah Festival and Menorah Parade — First Day of Chanukah — Tuesday, December 12 from 5-9 p.m. Chabad of Western PA and Bnai Emunoh Chabad of Squirrel Hill have partnered with The Waterfront Shopping Center to celebrate the Festival of Chanukah on December 12 under the Homestead Grays bridge at The Waterfront. The festival will run from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. and will include a heated tent with food vendors, games and activities for the kids and a special…
Find out more »Tree of Life*Or L’SimchaChanukah Party
From: <office@tolols.org> title: TOLOLS Chanukah Party description: Don't miss out on this great evening! There will be latkes, jelly donuts, crafts, games, and singing. Everybody is invited to bring their own menorah to take part in our community candle lighting ceremony. Please RSVP to Alex@tolols.org start-date: 2017-12-12 start time: 5:15pm end date: 2017-12-12 end time: 6:30pm all-day event: recurring event: No event address: Tree of Life*Or L'Simcha 5898 Wilkins Avenue event organizer: Alex Speck event website: https://www.tolols.org/hanukkah event cost: $10
Find out more »Celebrate Chanukah with the South Hills Community
Celebrate Chanukah with the South Hills Community at the fifth annual South Hills lights the communitywide Chanukah event at 6 p.m. at the Galleria in Mt. Lebanon, on the upper level near the fountain. Grand menorah lighting, live music by Chillent, latkes with all the trimmings, Chanukah woodcraft with the Home Depot, giant chocolate menorah and raffle prizes. Chabad of the South Hills and South Hills Jewish Pittsburgh sponsors the family-fun event. Admission is free. RSVP appreciated but not required.…
Find out more »Phat Man Dee and Liz Berlin: Shine the Light with Social Justice Disco
CONTACT: Melissa Hiller, American Jewish Museum Director Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15217 412.697.3231 We are singing songs that demand justice for change to make this world a better place. Sing and dance with us! —Phat Man Dee and Liz Berlin The JCC’s American Jewish Museum and the Center for Loving Kindness and Civic Engagement present: Phat Man Dee and Liz Berlin: Shine the Light with Social Justice Disco JCC of Greater Pittsburgh •…
Find out more »Vodka Latke Pajama Party
Shalom Pittsburgh presents the 12th annual Vodka Latke Pajama Party with a Purpose from 8 to 12 a.m. at The Waterfront Town Center. Visit shalompittsburgh.org/events/vodka-latke for more information and to register.
Find out more »Latkepalooza
From: <liron@jjep.org> title: Latkepalooza description: Join us for our 8th annual community Hanukkah celebration with games, crafts, prizes, sufganiyot and of course- Latkes! Don't miss Bella Christie making hot Kosher parve & nut-free donuts on the spot! start-date: 2017-12-17 start time: 10:00AM end date: 2017-12-17 end time: 12:30PM all-day event: recurring event: --- event address: 5915 Beacon Street Congregation Beth Shalom event organizer: Liron Lipinsky event website: https://jjep.org/latkepalooza/ event cost: $5 per person
Find out more »Macy’s Hanukkah Celebration – INSIDE!!
Macy’s Hanukkah Celebration - INSIDE!! Macy’s Waterfront - Inside on the First Floor 12/17/17, Sunday 1-3pm Live Music by Henry Shapiro & Band with Israeli dancing, kosher food, and arts and crafts - Free!!! for more info, directions and reservations: https://parkwayjewishcenter.org https://www.facebook.com/parkwayjewishcenter 412-823-4338 parkwayjc@verizon.net
Find out more »Annual Chanukah Lunch for Seniors
From: <barb@chabadsh.com> title: Annual Chanukah Seniors Lunch description: Special Chanukah Program, delicious kosher lunch with hot latkes (potato pancakes), holiday music, and a lot of holiday spirit. Wheelchair Accessible Preregistration is strongly suggested. Cosponsored by Chabad of the South Hills and the South Hills JCC. start-date: 2017-12-19 start time: 12:00PM end date: 2017-12-19 end time: all-day event: recurring event: --- event address: South Hills JCC 345 Kane Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15243 event organizer: Chabad of the South Hills event website:…
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