BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.jfcsmn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T120000 DTSTAMP:20260702T150947Z CREATED:20260702T150539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T150947Z UID:10001738-1783850400-1783857600@www.jfcsmn.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Walk with Women Connect & Next Chapter DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 12\n10 a.m. – Noon\nComo Park – RSVP for exact location\nSpace is limited to 20 participants\nREGISTER HERE\n  \nJoin Women Connect & Next Chapter for an opportunity to experience Forest Bathing in a guided outdoor session designed to help you restore balance and connect with nature. Forest Bathing\, also known as Shinrin-yoku\, is the Japanese practice of slowing down and mindfully immersing yourself in nature through using all the senses. Rather than focusing on hiking\, exercise\, or reaching a destination\, forest bathing encourages participants to slow down\, pause\, observe their surroundings\, and connect with the natural environment in an intentional way. \nResearch has shown that spending mindful time in nature can help reduce stress\, lower blood pressure\, improve mood\, increase focus\, and promote an overall sense of well-being. Many people find that forest bathing helps them feel more grounded\, in the moment\, and mentally refreshed. It provides an opportunity to unplug from daily distractions and reconnect with the more-than-human world. \nThis will be a two-hour event that includes time for tea foraged from native plants\, light snacks\, and conversation at the end. No special experience or fitness level is required. Simply come prepared to slow down and enjoy the experience. Please dress for the weather as the event will be held rain or shine. In case of inclement weather (thunder & lightning)\, registrants will be notified ahead of time and the event rescheduled for a later date. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.jfcsmn.org/event/forest-bathing-walk-with-women-connect-next-chapter/ LOCATION:Como Park East Pavilion\, 1151 Como Ave\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55108 CATEGORIES:Women Connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfcsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WC_forest-bathing-e1783004921261.png ORGANIZER;CN="Mindy Teele":MAILTO:mteele@jfcsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T120000 DTSTAMP:20260513T180300Z CREATED:20260513T175939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T180300Z UID:10001704-1782640800-1782648000@www.jfcsmn.org SUMMARY:Mimosas\, Mocktails & Masterpieces with Women Connect & Next Chapter DESCRIPTION:In honor of Tu B’Av\, the Jewish holiday of love\, we will come together to paint\, sip on refreshments\, and connect with friends old and new. The class will be led by an instructor from Cheers Pablo\, and no art experience is required! \nRegister here \n\nWomen Connect & Next Chapter is a JFCS program for women in their 40s\, 50s and 60s in the Jewish community. Our purpose is to foster belonging and form connections in a fun\, meaningful and engaging way. We hope you’ll join us! URL:https://www.jfcsmn.org/event/mimosas-mocktails-masterpieces/ LOCATION:JFCS\, 5905 Golden Valley Rd\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422 CATEGORIES:Women Connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfcsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WC_mmm-e1780501914630.png ORGANIZER;CN="Mindy Teele":MAILTO:mteele@jfcsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T203000 DTSTAMP:20260515T160535Z CREATED:20260513T175447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T160535Z UID:10001702-1779906600-1779913800@www.jfcsmn.org SUMMARY:BINGO in Bloom with Women Connect & Next Chapter DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 27th at JFCS from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. for BINGO in Bloom as we celebrate 1 year of Women Connect! We will build our own mini succulents to bring home\, and then celebrate by playing bingo and winning prizes! It has been a true joy seeing Women Connect’s mission\, “build community and form connections” bloom this past year and we are excited to see it continue to grow! \nRegister here \n\nWomen Connect & Next Chapter is a JFCS program for women in their 40s\, 50s and 60s in the Jewish community. Our purpose is to foster belonging and form connections in a fun\, meaningful and engaging way. We hope you’ll join us! URL:https://www.jfcsmn.org/event/bingo-in-bloom/ LOCATION:JFCS\, 5905 Golden Valley Rd\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422 CATEGORIES:Women Connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfcsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WC_bingoinbloom-e1780501847479.png ORGANIZER;CN="Mindy Teele":MAILTO:mteele@jfcsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T153025Z CREATED:20260421T153025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T153025Z UID:10001694-1778090400-1778097600@www.jfcsmn.org SUMMARY:Game Night with Women Connect & Next Chapter DESCRIPTION:Bring your mah-jongg set\, canasta\, or other games to enjoy a Schmooze & Game Night with Women Connect & Next Chapter. Whether or not you’re a game lover\, come to schmooze and enjoy light refreshments with your community! We’re excited to be with you. \nRSVP here – Registration encouraged\, walk-ins welcome \nWomen Connect & Next Chapter is a group for women in their 40s\, 50s and 60s in the Jewish community. Our purpose is to foster belonging and form connections in a fun\, meaningful and engaging way. URL:https://www.jfcsmn.org/event/game-night-with-women-connect-next-chapter/ LOCATION:JCC Capp Center\, 1375 St Paul Ave\, St Paul\, MN CATEGORIES:Women Connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jfcsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WC_next-chapter-GAME-NT-150ppi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T200000 DTSTAMP:20260203T151825Z CREATED:20260129T151927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T151825Z UID:10001336-1773253800-1773259200@www.jfcsmn.org SUMMARY:Women Connect & Next Chapter : What do I believe: Identifying our core values – with speaker\, Judith Kahn DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 11\n6:30 – 8 p.m.\nJFCS Golden Valley \nPlease join Women Connect & Next Chapter for an event with Judith Kahn\, Interim Director of NCJW MN for an interactive workshop identifying our core values. \nPersonal values are fundamental to our identity\, shaping how we perceive the world and interact with it. Values provide a sense of stability\, allowing you to remain grounded even amidst difficult times. \nThis is a suggested 2-part event\, however\, attending part 2 is not required! During part 1 on March 11\, participants will have the opportunity to identify the core values that can serve as guideposts in our lives. Participants will be invited to do some reflection in advance. Part 2 is where Judith will be available to assess our results and progress in person! Part 2 date to be determined on or shortly after the evening of March 11. \nJoin with other women in their 40s\, 50s\, and 60s to build community and form connections. Together we will learn\, grow\, and find belonging. We look forward to a meaningful evening together! \nRegistration is required prior to the event\, pre-work will be sent one week prior. \n\n\n \n \n Women Connect & Next Chapter: What do I believe: Identifying our core values with speaker\, Judith Kahn\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone\n Submit URL:https://www.jfcsmn.org/event/women-connect-identifying-our-values-next-chapter-speaker/ LOCATION:JFCS\, 5905 Golden Valley Rd\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422 CATEGORIES:Women Connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfcsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/WC_next-chapter-speaker-e1770132217223.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dori Gelfman":MAILTO:dgelfman@jfcsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T200000 DTSTAMP:20251222T175338Z CREATED:20251209T163415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T175338Z UID:10001311-1769020200-1769025600@www.jfcsmn.org SUMMARY:Women Connect & Next Chapter - Painting Ceramics! DESCRIPTION:Join Women Connect & Next Chapter for a fun\, creative evening of painting ceramics! \nWednesday\, Jan. 21\, from 6:30 – 8 p.m.\nJFCS – 5905 Golden Valley Rd\, Golden Valley \nCome together to paint jewelry catch-all dishes with local artist Debbie Wolk. No experience necessary! Bring inspiration from Pinterest or screenshots of designs. Examples and materials will be provided. \nTo cover material costs\, registration is offered on a sliding scale of $18-$36. Please contribute as you are able and contact us if cost is a barrier. \nPre-registration is required by JAN 5th.\n \n \nWomen Connect & Next Chapter bring together women in their 40s-60s to build community and form connections in a fun and engaging way. URL:https://www.jfcsmn.org/event/women-connect-next-chapter-painting-ceramics/ LOCATION:JFCS\, 5905 Golden Valley Rd\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422 CATEGORIES:Women Connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfcsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WC_painting-ceramics-e1766426009915.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dori Gelfman":MAILTO:dgelfman@jfcsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T200000 DTSTAMP:20251113T171121Z CREATED:20251113T154416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T171121Z UID:10001293-1765391400-1765396800@www.jfcsmn.org SUMMARY:Women Connect - Food Packing and Holiday Treat Making! DESCRIPTION:Join Women Connect for food packing and holiday snack making! We will be working with Food Security to assemble emergency food boxes on Dec. 10th from 6:30 – 8 p.m. in the JFCS Community Room. Enjoy an evening of giving back and holiday treat making before the winter holiday season begins. \nPlease register below. URL:https://www.jfcsmn.org/event/women-connect-food-packing-and-holiday-treat-making/ LOCATION:JFCS\, 5905 Golden Valley Rd\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422 CATEGORIES:Women Connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfcsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Women-Connect_wide-e1763048645743.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dori Gelfman":MAILTO:dgelfman@jfcsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T200000 DTSTAMP:20250912T153504Z CREATED:20250912T153408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T153504Z UID:10001216-1761762600-1761768000@www.jfcsmn.org SUMMARY:Women Connect and Hag Sameach DESCRIPTION:Women Connect will be helping Hag Sameach on October 29th from 6:30pm-8pm in the JFCS Community Room. \nWe will be assembling and gift wrapping symbolic holiday gifts to provide to seniors in the Jewish community so they recognize that the Jewish community has not forgotten about them and to wish them happy Chanukah. \nPlease register below. URL:https://www.jfcsmn.org/event/women-connect-and-hag-sameach/ LOCATION:JFCS\, 5905 Golden Valley Rd\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422 CATEGORIES:Women Connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfcsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WC-and-HS-e1757691542207.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dori Gelfman":MAILTO:dgelfman@jfcsmn.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR