Friday, Aug. 21 5:30 - 7 p.m. Golden Valley (RSVP for exact location) Shabbat in the Park is a beloved annual series hosted by TC Jewfolk and PJ Library, offering families a joyful and welcoming way to celebrate Shabbat together in community. This low-to-no-barrier program invites families with children to slow down, connect, and enjoy the... Read more »
JFCS Dementia Caregiver Connect is a twice monthly “drop-in” program for caregivers of people living with dementia or experiencing memory loss. Upcoming sessions of Dementia Caregiver Connect will be held : July 15 & 29, August 12 & 26, Sept. 16 & 30, Oct. 14 & 28, Nov. 11, Dec. 9 & 23 10 -... Read more »
If you or a loved one is impacted by addiction, you are invited to join our new eight-week support group at Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota (JFCS). Rooted in Jewish values—reflection without shame, dignity for every person, care for the body, connection in community, forgiveness, and hope—this group provides a safe, supportive, and... Read more »
Join Jewish Community Action, J-Pride and other LGBTQ+ Jews and allies as we dive into the realm of Golems, legendary protective creatures from Jewish folklore, through our book club discussion of The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker. You’ll have the chance to get your hands dirty and create your own clay golem. (The... Read more »
Join J-Pride and Mount Zion Young Adults for a September Coffee Social! We’ll gather at Sencha Tea (1692 Grand Ave, St. Paul) on Wednesday, Sept. 2nd from 5-7 p.m. where we’ll be chatting all things state fair, High Holidays, and more! We hope you’ll join us for a lovely evening and boba. All LGBTQ+ Jews... Read more »
Friday, Sep. 4 at 10-11:30am Highland Park (RSVP for exact location) Join JFCS' Jewish Grandparent Community for a fun playdate in the park! Grandparents, bring your grandchild(ren) of any age to enjoy the playground. We will have time to schmooze, connect, and celebrate Shabbat with challah and a treat. Drop in anytime between 10am -... Read more »
Join TC Jewfolk and JFCS Career Services for a relaxed morning meetup designed for Jewish professionals at any stage — early career, mid-career, in transition, or simply exploring what’s next. JLink is an open, participant-driven conversation space where you can ask questions about job searching, career pivots, networking, resumes, LinkedIn, or anything in between —... Read more »
JFCS Dementia Caregiver Connect is a twice monthly “drop-in” program for caregivers of people living with dementia or experiencing memory loss. Upcoming sessions of Dementia Caregiver Connect will be held : July 15 & 29, August 12 & 26, Sept. 16 & 30, Oct. 14 & 28, Nov. 11, Dec. 9 & 23 10 -... Read more »
Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6 - 8 p.m. Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota, Golden Valley Calling all Jewish Grandparents! Join us for an evening of pizza, community, and tikkum olam (repairing the world) to support JFCS’s Hag Sameach (Happy Holidays) program. This service project is for all Jewish grandparents, no matter the age... Read more »
Join J-Pride and Twin Cities Jewish Renewal Community for a pre-Sukkot nature walk and foraging education experience on the Minneapolis Greenway! We’ll learn from Four Season Foraging’s Founder Maria Wesserle about Minnesota native species equivalents for the four species, seasonal fruits and nuts, as well as Jewish Herbalist information of any plants we come across... Read more »
Join friends from Jewish Community Action (JCA) and J-Pride, with special guest Rabbi Abby Stein, to discuss her book “Becoming Eve: My Journey from Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi to Transgender Woman.” It is a powerful coming-of-age story of an ultra-Orthodox child who was born to become a rabbinic leader and instead became a woman. Powerful in the... Read more »
Wednesday, Sept. 23 6:30 - 8 p.m. JFCS Golden Valley Join Women Connect for a sweet evening of connection and creation. The instructor will walk us through different styles of preparing and presenting cheeses, fall harvest fruits, and greenery to create a charcuterie board perfect for Sukkot or anytime! We will also enjoy plenty of... Read more »
Friday, September 25 at 4:30-6 p.m. Minneapolis (RSVP for exact location) Come together under the sukkah with other families raising Jewish children, ages 0-5 (siblings welcome)! We'll sing a few Sukkot songs, shake the lulav, light the candles, enjoy the sandbox, chalk, and yard games, and celebrate with a yummy pizza dinner. We hope to... Read more »
JFCS Dementia Caregiver Connect is a twice monthly “drop-in” program for caregivers of people living with dementia or experiencing memory loss. Upcoming sessions of Dementia Caregiver Connect will be held : July 15 & 29, August 12 & 26, Sept. 16 & 30, Oct. 14 & 28, Nov. 11, Dec. 9 & 23 10 -... Read more »
If you or a loved one is impacted by addiction, you are invited to join our eight-week support group at Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota (JFCS). Rooted in Jewish values—reflection without shame, dignity for every person, care for the body, connection in community, forgiveness, and hope—this group provides a safe, supportive, and compassionate... Read more »
JFCS, in partnership with the Minnetonka Community Center, will host a six-week class, “Powerful Tools for Caregivers.” Mondays, Oct. 5 - Nov. 9 10 - 11:30 a.m. If you have picked up a prescription, brought over dinner, given a ride to the doctor, taken care of an errand or made decisions big or small on... Read more »
Tuesday, October 6 | 5:15-7:30 pm Western Suburb location; details provided upon RSVP Join JFCS and the National Council of Jewish Women Minnesota for an evening of laughter, discussion, and civic action! We’ll gather to watch and discuss a special screening of the classic animated short “Betty Boop for President.” Following the screening, we’ll put... Read more »
If you or a loved one is impacted by addiction, you are invited to join our eight-week support group at Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota (JFCS). Rooted in Jewish values—reflection without shame, dignity for every person, care for the body, connection in community, forgiveness, and hope—this group provides a safe, supportive, and compassionate... Read more »
Curious about Yiddish Theatre? Big fan of supporting local artists? Want to enjoy some queer Jewish storylines played out on stage? Join J-Pride, YALA Mpls, Mount Zion Young Adults, and Jewish Community Action for a wonderful night at the theatre with your Jewish community! INDECENT tells the true story of a little Jewish play that... Read more »
Caring for ourselves and our communities Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beth El Synagogue Keynote Speaker - Norman Ornstein - “Turning Grief into Action” Open to all There are so many ways to navigate a mental health journey. But no matter what, you don’t need to do it alone. If... Read more »