Kol Hadash

Why do Jewish holidays begin in the evening? Where did Jewish dietary laws come from – are they really about health, or something else? If Conservative Judaism is less traditional than Orthodox Judaism (eg women rabbis), why is it called “Conservative?” Bring your own Jewish puzzlers to ask Rabbi Chalom in this open forum.

WE (Women Enjoying) meets each week at a different member's home to play and learn Canasta. No experience necessary! Questions? Contact Joyce Hirsch (we@KolHadash.com).

WE (Women Enjoying) meets each Tuesday at the Chicago Botanic Garden. We'll meet at the Gardens and walk the grounds together. Questions? Contact Joyce Hirsch (we@KolHadash.com). Weather permitting ... call Joyce Hirsch to confirm.

Jewish History What is the meaning of Jewish history—are the Jews the Chosen People, or have we survived our challenges thanks to human power (and nothing else)? How do we learn what happened, and how do we balance when myth and fact diverge? And how can Jewish history serve as our form of “Jewish practice?”

Questions? Contact David Hirsch at development@KolHadash.com

There is no one source to the many varieties of hate Jews face today. Jewish institutions have been attacked by white supremacists and Black Hebrew Israelites. Antisemitic ideas have found political homes in the religious and nationalist right and on the anti-colonial progressive left. We need a complex diagnosis to find the proper treatments for this reason-resistant intellectual and cultural infection.

Join the Values In Action Committee for a UNIQUE and FUN MITZVAH opportunity with the Culinary Hearts Program at Ronald McDonald House! Under the guidance of a professional chef we will cook an exceptional, home cooked meal together for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House. The House Chef takes care of everything. We just show up with smiles and ready to cook! Not only will this be a fun experience but more importantly we will be feeding delicious food to families whose children are critically ill and receiving treatment at Lurie. Limited spots available. Registration is first come first serve. All volunteers will receive a tour of the Ronald McDonald House and will be provided dinner.