“Take to heart these instructions with which I charge you this day. Impress them upon your children. Recite them when you stay at home and when you are away, when you lie down and when you rise up.” (Deuteronomy 6:5-7)

FridayFri, 10 OctOctober, 2025

 

 

Sukkot Tot Shabbat

Friday, Oct 10th 5:00p to 6:30pAt 5:00 PM, families with children ages 0-5 are invited to celebrate this special Sukkot Tot Shabbat where we will shake the lulav and etrog, enjoy songs and stories, and welcome in Sukkot together, led by our Temple Sholom Clergy and our Gan Shalom community. All are welcome, and you do not need to be a member of Temple Sholom to join.

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SundaySun, 19 OctOctober, 2025

 

 

Supporting Your Jewish Student in Today's Climate

Sunday, Oct 19th 9:30a to 12:00pJUF Campus Affairs will equip you with the tools you need to deal with the hard parts of being—or parenting—a Jewish student in today's polarized climate. What you'll gain: • Help your students advocate for themselves • Learn how to engage with tough questions and difficult situations • Explore resources for dealing with conflicts in schools and supporting Jewish student life • Practice applying new skills with a supportive group of parents and professionals. You'll walk away knowing what to say and do when things get tough and where to go when you need a little extra support. Please register here: https://eventregistration.juf.org/?EventID=31473

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WednesdayWed, 29 OctOctober, 2025

 

 

Men's Collective

Wednesday, Oct 29th 5:00p to 6:15pThe Men's Collective is a safe, supportive space where men can openly explore their lived experiences, share insights, and engage in honest dialogue about the journey of modern masculinity in the context of Reform Judaism. This small group of up to 15 participants will meet to discuss topics ranging from navigating relationships and parenthood to leadership, building community, and living with purpose.

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WednesdayWed, 19 NovNovember, 2025

 

 

Men's Collective

Wednesday, Nov 19th 5:00p to 6:15pThe Men's Collective is a safe, supportive space where men can openly explore their lived experiences, share insights, and engage in honest dialogue about the journey of modern masculinity in the context of Reform Judaism. This small group of up to 15 participants will meet to discuss topics ranging from navigating relationships and parenthood to leadership, building community, and living with purpose.

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WednesdayWed, 10 DecDecember, 2025

 

 

Men's Collective

Wednesday, Dec 10th 5:00p to 6:15pThe Men's Collective is a safe, supportive space where men can openly explore their lived experiences, share insights, and engage in honest dialogue about the journey of modern masculinity in the context of Reform Judaism. This small group of up to 15 participants will meet to discuss topics ranging from navigating relationships and parenthood to leadership, building community, and living with purpose.

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Mishpacha Family Education

Family involvement and participation are integral parts of our Religious School program. This demonstrate that Jewish commitment and involvement are lifelong endeavors, and that the family is the cornerstone of Jewish living.  

Opportunities for families include: 

• Family Learning Programs: parent-child learning days including field trips to Westlawn Cemetery, Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, and various hands-on learning opportunities 
• Shabbat Mishpacha Friday evening services, followed by festive family dinners, crafts, and social justice projects
• JK-2nd Grade Junior Congregation monthly on Sundays during Religious School 
• Consecration of new students in JK-2nd Grade - this year on a Sunday during Religious School 
• Family holiday celebrations on Sundays, including our Chanukah Festival and the Purim Carnival 
• Graduation Shabbat, celebrating our 12th Grade Crown Family High School Senior Seminar participants and Madrichim (teacher assistants) 

Questions? Contact lorikramer@sholomchicago.org.