Community Calendar

To list an event in the Community Calendar, submit your information on our website, www.jewishlehighvalley.org, under the “Upcoming Events” menu. All events listed in the Community Calendar are open to the public and free of charge, unless otherwise noted. Programs listed in HAKOL are provided as a service to the community. They do not necessarily reflect the endorsement of the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley. The JFLV reserves the right to accept, reject or modify listings.

THURSDAY, JUNE 8

Jewish Community Celebration and Annual Meeting

6 to 8 p.m., JCC

Join the Jewish community for an Israeli-style picnic to celebrate 2023 award winners, leaders and volunteers. Register at jewishlehighvalley.regfox.com/community-celebration-annual-meeting-june-8-2023.

SUNDAY, JUNE 11

A Gathering for Growth at KI 10 a.m.-noon, Congregation Keneseth Israel

Meet KI’s new executive director, John Perry, and help brainstorm how to grow its membership as it begins to write its next chapter. There will be food and prizes. Register at kilv. org/event/a-gathering-for-growth.html.

TUESDAY, JUNE 13

Jewish Heritage Night at the IronPigs

7:05 p.m., Coca-Cola Park

Come out to the ballpark in Allentown with the Jewish community. See friends and watch the Iron Pigs play the Toledo Mud Hens. $22 tickets include a field-level seat, a voucher for a glatt kosher meat meal certified by the Lehigh Valley Kashrut Commission, and a Jewish Heritage Night backpack or hat; $16 tickets include a field-level seat, a $2 ballpark credit, and a backpack or hat. (Please, no mixing of different-price tickets for a family.) Buy tickets at jewishlehighvalley. ticketspice.com/jewish-heritage-night-at-theironpigs-june-13-at-705.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

Justin Sheftel Memorial Fund

Softball Tournament

8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Cedar Crest Parkway

West

The charity tournament returns for its 19th year, at the Lehigh County Athletic Fields outside Allentown. Sixteen teams will compete throughout the day, culminating in a championship game. There will also be food and games and other attractions, as well as allstar clinics for participants in youth baseball and softball organizations. For information visit justinsheftel.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

KI gala honoring Vikki Dunn

5:30-9 p.m., Congregation Keneseth Israel

Keneseth Israel invites everyone to an evening of dining and entertainment to honor Vikki Dunn for her years of service to the synagogue and the community. If you’d like to attend, call the KI office at 610-435-9074.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19

Maimonides Happy Hour

5:30-7 p.m., Grille 3501

Join the members of the Maimonides Society of health-care professionals to celebrate the group’s impact and contributions for the year. Spouses and prospective members are invited to attend. Vegetarian and kosher food will be served. RSVP by July 10 at jewishlehighvalley.regfox.com/maimonides-happyhour-july-19-2023.

SUNDAY, JULY 30

PJ Library and Shalom Baby Pool

Party

3:30-5 p.m., JCC outdoor pool

Join PJ Library and Shalom Baby to splash and schmooze and maybe hear a story or two. Registration is required at jewishlehighvalley.org/calendar. The JCC limits each session to eight families, so the first eight families registered will be allowed to attend.

Ongoing Events

2ND SUNDAY OF THE MONTH

Bnai Shalom cash bingo fundraiser

1-4 p.m., Congregation Bnai Shalom

Doors open at 12:15 and games start at 1. There’s no game in October. For information email the synagogue office at office@ bnaishalomeaston.org.

MONDAYS

Yiddish Club

2 to 3:30 p.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley via Zoom

Experience the joys of Yiddish via Zoom as part of “Adults at the J.” The group meets weekly to discuss topics like cooking, humor, music and all kinds of entertainment in the Yiddish language. All are welcome to join this lively, weekly discussion. There is something for everyone no matter if you know a few words or are a fluent speaker. Enjoy fun, fellowship, stories and more. Participants Zoom in from 5 states. No cost. Contact Janis Mikofsky at the JCC of the Lehigh Valley, 610435-3571, ext. 501.

MONDAYS

KI Seminarion

7-9 p.m., Congregation Keneseth Israel via Zoom

Join Rabbi Phil Cohen for this Zoom class. For information, contact Vicki Dunn at 610-4359074 or vdunn@kiallentown.org.

MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS

Online Jewish yoga studio

Mondays 11 to 11:45 a.m., Thursdays 4 to 4:45 p.m., Institute for Jewish Spirituality

Mindful body practices help us find shelter right where we are, in our bodies in this very moment. Join yoga teacher and IJS faculty member Rabbi Myriam Klotz or Cantor Lizzie Shammash as she guides you in an all-levels yoga and movement session informed by Jewish spiritual teachings and designed to relieve stress as we increase awareness of breath and grounding through our bodies. Open to all, no experience needed. Sign up at jewishspirituality.org/get-started.

TUESDAYS

Weekly Torah study

11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Institute for Jewish Spirituality

Rabbi Jonathan Slater will lead a weekly program: “Torah Study to Sustain The Soul,” aimed at addressing an aspect of spiritual life that will help us navigate this time of uncertainty and isolation. Open to all, no previous knowledge needed. Sign up at jewishspirituality.org/get-started.

TUESDAYS

Torah on Tuesdays with Bnai Shalom

12:30 p.m., at a private home Torah on Tuesdays interactive Torah study group. Contact office@bnaishalomeaston.org for more information.

WEDNESDAYS

Judaism for Our Time with Bnai Shalom

11 a.m., Congregation Bnai Shalom via Zoom Register in advance for this meeting. For information call 610-258-5343.

WEDNESDAYS

Yoga with Miriam Sandler: ChairSupported Yoga

1 to 2 p.m., Congregation Brith Sholom in person and via Zoom

Be seated in a comfortable chair, preferably armless (folding works well). Some standing poses holding onto the chair are offered, though students may choose to remain seated. Modifications are given. Open to the public in person and live stream available to all via Zoom. *$10 drop-in fee payable to Congregation Brith Sholom. For more information email mbserow@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAYS

Torah Studies: A Weekly Journey into the Soul of Torah

7 p.m., Chabad of the Lehigh Valley in person and via Zoom

Torah Studies by the Jewish Learning Institute presents Season Three 5783, a 12-part series, in person and via Zoom. Cost is $36 for the course, including textbook. For more information, call 610-351-6511 or email rabbi@chabadlehighvalley.com.

EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY Hadassah study group

12:30 p.m., via Zoom

We discuss short stories from an anthology. Always welcoming new participants! Contact Marilyn Claire at mjclaire@gmail.com or 610972-7054 to sign up.

THURSDAYS

Basic Yiddish class

4 to 5:30 p.m., JCC via Zoom

Learn to read, write, speak and comprehend Yiddish. Textbooks from Yiddish Book Center available for purchase. Contact Janis Mikofsky at 610-435-3571, ext. 501.

3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

Belonging to Bethlehem: A Jewish Story Sampler

1:15-2:30 p.m., Congregation Brith Sholom or virtual

In this six-session workshop, you’ll hear the stories that made the Bethlehem Jewish community, starting from 1890. You’ll also learn writing techniques and have time to write stories from your life or family. $10 per session. Light refreshments served. Instructor Jennifer Lader is a writer, storyteller and author. Registration required at tammy@ brithsholom.net or 610-866-8009.

FRIDAYS

Kol HaEmek

8:30 to 9:30 a.m., WMUH 91.7 Radio show with Cantor Kevin Wartell. For information go to muhlenberg.edu/wmuh.

3RD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

KI Shabbat B’Yachad

5:30-7 p.m., Congregation Keneseth Israel Art projects, songs, snack stories, prayer and dinner. Geared toward kids ages 5-10, but perfect for younger siblings too. RSVP at kilv. org.

SATURDAYS Wisdom of the Talmud class

After Shabbat Lunch and Schmooze, Congregation Brith Sholom

Join Rabbi Michael Singer in a discussion about Jewish law, ethics, customs and history as found in the pages of the Talmud. The fall-winter class begins a new volume of the Talmud: “Mesechet Megillah.” Books are available in the synagogue office. No previous Talmud study required. For information email tammy@brithsholom.net or call 610866-8009.

DAILY Jewish Broadcasting Service

JBS is a Jewish television channel featuring daily news from Israel; leading Jewish figures, issues and events of Jewish importance; call-in programs; Jewish studies; 92nd Street Y; live Friday and holiday services for those at home; children’s programs; films; music; books; and entertainment. jbstv.org.

DAILY Congregation Sons of Israel minyanim

Shacharit on Mondays and Thursdays 6:30 a.m.; Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays

6:45 a.m.; Sundays 8:30 a.m.

Congregation Sons of Israel welcomes all to the daily Shacharis and Mincha/Maariv services which are conducted in the main sanctuary of the synagogue for Covid-19 safety. Please check the synagogue at sonsofisrael.net for the weekly listing of the starting time for Mincha/Maariv. Face masks are not required, but strongly recommended. If you have any questions, call the synagogue office at 610-433-6089.

MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY

Daily online meditation

12:30 p.m., Institute for Jewish Spirituality

One of their master teachers will lead a live daily guided meditation. Join with people from around the world to share 30 minutes of Jewish mindfulness. Open to all, no experience needed. Sign up at jewishspirituality. org/get-started.