Sundays with Shani and Mushka
2023-08-20 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Benjamin & Anna E. Wiesman Family Reception Room, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Join Shani Katzman & Mushka Tenenbaum for this enlightening 3-part learning series. Kosher snacks will be provided.
The Love Story – High Holidays Part 1
Have you ever thought of the High Holidays as a love story? Shani and Mushka will discuss why this is so.
Register with Mushka at: mushka@ochabab.com

Dog Fest
2023-08-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Dog Fest – Celebrate the dog days of summer! RSVP here!
Bring your pooch to play, meet other dogs, and enjoy treats before the Backyard Concert!
Canine friends will “dig” these giveaways and activities:

Pup cups
Doggie photo booth
Frisbees and bandanas
Have the most polite dog on the block! Meet with Mind Your Manners Pet Training

Each dog that attends will receive yummy party favors to take home! And for the people that love them, the Kona Ice Truck will be here!
A few easy rules: Please keep your dog on a leash and bring your own dog poop bags!

Backyard Concert Series: Personics
2023-08-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Sundays in August, 5:00- 7:00 p.m. | JCC Pavilion
August 20: Personics
August 27: Omaha Beat Brigade
The Backyard Concert Series is back! Concerts are held in the green space on the east side of campus (near the JCC pavilion) and are open to the entire community. Simply show up and enjoy. Dante and Kona will be back, as well as additional food trucks each week. The playground, gaga pits, and lawn games will all be available, providing fun for the whole family!

Sundays with Shani & Mushka
2023-08-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Benjamin & Anna E. Wiesman Family Reception Room, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Join Shani Katzman & Mushka Tenenbaum for this enlightening 3-part learning series. Kosher snacks will be provided.
Can the Breach Be Reconciled?– High Holidays Part 2
Register with Mushka at: mushka@ochabab.com

Backyard Concert Series: Omaha Beat Brigade
2023-08-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Sundays in August, 5:00- 7:00 p.m. | JCC Pavilion
August 27: Omaha Beat Brigade
The Backyard Concert Series is back! Concerts are held in the green space on the east side of campus (near the JCC pavilion) and are open to the entire community. Simply show up and enjoy. Dante and Kona will be back, as well as additional food trucks each week. The playground, gaga pits, and lawn games will all be available, providing fun for the whole family!

Sundays with Shani & Mushka
2023-09-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Benjamin & Anna E. Wiesman Family Reception Room, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Join Shani Katzman & Mushka Tenenbaum for this enlightening 3-part learning series. Kosher snacks will be provided.
Now What?– High Holidays Part 3
Register with Mushka at: mushka@ochabab.com

United We Walk
2023-09-10 15:00 - 18:00 | Tri-Faith Commons, 13136 Faith Plaza, Faith Plz,, Omaha, NE, 68144
United We Walk brings together people, businesses, and nonprofit partners to build trust and understanding in an enriching way. As a commemoration of the tragic events of 9/11, the gathering of so many different groups and view points sends a clear message: “Hatred and violence toward anyone in our community will never be tolerated; we are always stronger together.”
Form a team and bring banners, signs, t-shirts, etc. — whatever helps you proudly express the beauty of your affiliations, identities, and communities! This is your chance to show up and show out, Omaha! Let’s make this year’s walk one to remember. JCRC and the JFO DEIA Committee are each sponsor of the event.
Free registration, $25 for registration with a t-shirt

Out of the Darkness Walk
2023-09-30 11:00 - 17:00 | Stinson Park, 2285 S 67th St, Omaha, NE, 68106
Jewish Family Service is once again hosting a team for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s (AFSP) Out of the Darkness Walk on Saturday, September 30, 2023. To join our team, please click HERE.
This event is FREE to attend; however, when registering you can to AFSP. Questions? Call JFS at (402) 330-2024.

Jewish Business Leaders Hall of Fame
2023-10-13 07:30 - 09:00 | Happy Hollow Club, 1701 S 105th St, Omaha, NE, 68124
The Jewish Federation of Omaha invites the community to honor and celebrate the legacy of UNMC’s Dr. Jeffrey P. Gold at this induction into the Jewish Business Leaders Hall of Fame.

Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, is a nationally recognized leader and tireless advocate for transforming higher education, academic medicine and health care delivery. He became the eighth chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, vice president of the University of Nebraska System and chair of the board of UNMC’s principal clinical care academic health system partner, Nebraska Medicine, in early
2014. He has been repeatedly recognized as a Top 50 Health Care Executive and as a Top 100 Physician Executive, as well as many national awards for service leading numerous community volunteer programs, philanthropic campaigns and programs. He has been married for more than 45 years to a physician and has two adult children.

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Cost: $30 – If you are not a JBL member

Promoting Empowerment in our World - PEW
2023-10-26 08:00 - 15:00 | Temple Israel Synagogue, 13111 Sterling Ridge Drive, Omaha, NE, 68144
Students from different schools come together for an intensive one-day interactive training. The workshop is designed to empower students to take a stand against bias and bigotry by heightening their understanding of the manifestation of hate and enabling them to recognize and challenge bias in themselves and others. It is our hope that each student who participates in PEW will return to their schools as advocates for a world in which differences can be appreciated and respected.
The goals of this anti-bias workshop are to provide students with:

An understanding of bias and discrimination and the harm they inflict upon individuals and society.
The opportunity to explore biases and to take personal responsibility for combating bigotry and hate.
Tools to challenge the stereotypes and biases which can stop understanding.
Safe environment to build bridges of understanding and new friendships among students who represent the spectrum of diversity – i.e., culture, race, religion, sexual orientation, and ability.
To create a spark in student leaders to carry out social justice, anti-bias/anti-bullying activities at their school and in the community.

This event is by invitation only. For more information, please contact pmonsky@jewishomaha.org

2024 Annual Campaign Community Event
2023-10-29 22:30 - 2023-10-30 02:00 | Alan J. Levine Performing Arts Theater, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Sunday Night Give!
Featuring
Rachel Dratch
Actress, Writer, and Comedian
October, 29, 2023
5:30 PM Meet & Greet with Rachel
6:00 PM Cocktails
6:30 PM Dinner – Star Catering Kosher Deli
7:15 PM Spirit of Federation Awards
7:30 PM Keynote Speaker Rachel Dratch
Reservations are due by October 15. Limited seating is available.
Register Now

Thank You, Helpers!
2023-11-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Families with kids ages 6 and under in the Jewish community and at the ELC are invited to learn about the helpers in our community, say thanks, and touch a truck! Children and their grownups will read a PJ Library book about community helpers and make a special card to give to local first responders. Then, we’ll head outside to “touch-a-truck” with representatives from the Omaha Fire Department and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. Grandparents and siblings are welcome

Community Conversation with Kristofer Goldsmith
2023-11-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Please join JCRC for a Community Conversation with Kristofer Goldsmith. He is the founder and CEO of Task Force Butler Institute, a nonprofit organization that engages veterans in the hobby of maintaining a democracy, and Sparverius LLC, a veteran-owned firm that detects and disrupts disinformation and extremism threats against America.

IHE's Third Thursday Lunch & Learn Series
2023-11-16 11:30 - 13:00 | NE
The Institute for Holocaust Education hosts Stephen Silberstein for their next Lunch & Learn program. He will present the story of his father, Holocaust Survivor, Michael Silberstein. Email slittky@ihene.org to RSVP

2024 Annual Campaign Men's Event All-Star Reception
2023-11-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Let It Fly Sports Bar, 1080 Capitol Ave, Omaha, NE, 68102
The Jewish Federation of Omaha is hosting a 2024 Annual Campaign All-Star Reception with event chairs Steve Levinger, Jeff Kirshenbaum, and John Glazer. Guests will meet Creighton University’s Assistant Basketball Coach Ryan Miller plus some of the Bluejay players!

Let’s change that to, Duties of the Heart with Rabbi Geiger
2023-11-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Benjamin & Anna E. Wiesman Family Reception Room, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Rabbi Geiger continues to guide you on a spiritual journey using “Duties of the Heart by Bahya ibn Paguda” to lead the way. In this second of an on-going series, Rabbi Geiger first poses the question, “How can one put the shackles of obligation on the most emotional part of ourselves: our heart?” Discover with him the greatest gift ever given to mankind. Then ponder the question, “Is Judaism a religion of blind faith?”

Solidarity Concert
2023-11-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
ONE NIGHT FOR THE WESTERN GALILEE
Concert to support emergency, and wartime needs for our Partnership Region.
Join us for a FREE concert to raise our spirits and raise funds for our Partnership region the Western Galilee, Israel.
Featuring Violinist Gary Levinson with Yulia Kalashnikova, collaborative pianist – Plus student musicians from the Omaha area
Special remarks from:

Ruth Meints, Artistic Director of the Omaha Conservatory & Partnership2Gether Volunteer
Aviva Segall, Music Director and Principal Conductor, Omaha Area Youth Orchestra
Idan Zaccai, Israeli resident from the Western Galilee & Partnership2Gether Volunteer
Mika Mizrahi, Omaha Community Shalicha (Israel Emissary)

A dessert reception will follow the event.
Free to attend. Donations Accepted
Donations will support emergency, wartime needs for our P2G Region.

Jazz at the J: Mary Carrick
2023-11-30 06:30 - 21:00 | Alan J. Levine Performing Arts Theater, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Jazz at the J returns for its third and biggest season yet! This year we focus on the Americana musical tradition. We start with Mary Carrick, a local award-winning singer who will be presenting a concert of all American Women Singers and Songwriters. More info on Mary can be found at https://marycarrick.com.

Hanukkah Extravaganza
2023-12-10 01:30 - 15:30 | Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Save the Date!

Bounce houses
Games
Arts and Crafts
The Latke Truck
And more!

IHE's Third Thursday Lunch & Learn Series
2023-12-21 11:30 - 13:00 | NE
The Institute for Holocaust Education hosts Kati Larson for their next Lunch & Learn program. She will be speaking on her philosophy on Holocaust Education and the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s Teacher Fellow Program.
For more information regarding Third Thursday programming at IHE, or to RSVP, please reach out to Scott Littky, Executive Director of IHE, at slittky@ihene.org

Super Science Sunday with Omaha Children's Museum
2024-01-07 10:00 - 11:30 | NE
Join PJ Library Omaha and Friedel Jewish Academy for Omaha Children’s Museum’s Molecular Mayhem show. Explore what happens to molecules when they are put to the test!
FREE and open to families with children ages 6 and under in the Jewish community and at the ELC, but registration is required.
Older siblings and grandparents are welcome!
RSVP by January 3.

Game Night with Mika
2024-01-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Broadmoor at Aksarben Village Clubhouse, 2225 S 64th Plaza, Omaha, NE, 68106, United States
Join Omaha Shaliach, Mika, for a fun game night with snacks, wine, beer, and spirits!

Flavors From Israel
2024-01-25 18:30 - 22:00 | Spirit World, 6680 Center St., Omaha, NE, 68106
Join Mika Mizrahi, Community Shlicha, as we celebrate the holiday of Tu Bishvat. We will enjoy snacks, and tastings, along with an interactive explanation about Israeli’s M&H Distillery from a professional connoisseur. Only 21 tickets will be available for sale. Must be 21+ to attend.

Jewish Day of Action
2024-02-29 07:30 - 14:00 | The Roman L. Hruska Law Center, 635 South 14th St, Lincoln, NE, 68508
Please join the Jewish Community Relations Council and members of the 2024 Nebraska State Legislature
for our second annual Jewish Day of Action on Thursday, February 29
Breakfast (Kosher) at 7:30 AM in the Conference Room of the Roman L. Hruska Law Center, 635 South 14th Street
Lobbying begins at 9:00 AM in the Capital Rotunda
We will speak with senators about LB 887 and its importance to our communityand the state of Nebraska as well as other areas of concern.

Deli Fundraiser
2024-03-15 12:00 - 13:00 | NE
You’re Invited to
DINE & DONATE
Friday, March 15 at 12:00 PM or Tuesday, April 2 at 6:00 PM
Rose Blumkin Jewish Home
323 S. 132nd Street | Omaha, Ne
Limited Seating • Pledge Required
Reservations due by February 29

PJ Library Purim Pre-Party
2024-03-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Purim is all about parties and fun, but it is also about giving. Come in costume to pack mishloach manot, gifts of food, for residents of the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home, sample hamantaschen, and enjoy a Purim-themed story. The cutest costume (as determined by RBJH residents) will win a prize! Ages 0-8 (Older siblings welcome) RSVP today!

Challah Tots
2024-03-28 09:30 - 10:30 | NE
Meet with other Jewish and Interfaith families for a fun-filled morning of preschool-friendly challah making and story time in preparation for Shabbat. After braiding our challah and putting it in the oven to bake, we will enjoy story and craft time. All children (ages 0-5) must be accompanied by an adult. Although this event is free, we ask all participants register so we have the correct amount of supplies.

Jewish Author Event
2024-04-01 18:30 | Shirley & Leonard Goldstein Community Engagement Venue, 333 S. 132nd St., Omaha, NE, 68154
Jewish Author Event featuring ARTHUR SMITH
Monday, April 1, 2024
6:30 pm | Goldstein Community Engagement Venue
Staenberg Omaha JCC • 333 S.132nd Street
Register online HERE
Kosher appetizers, beverages and dessert will be served. Reach will be available for purchase.
Your $18 registration fee includes the author’s talk, food and drink.
About the Author:
Arthur Smith is one of the most daring, creative, and influential minds in nonfiction television, producing and creating many shows including Hell’s Kitchen, American Ninja Warrior, and leading FOX Sports Net, to name a few. His company has produced over two hundred television shows on more than fifty networks spanning across genres, formats, and platforms. In his book, Reach, Arthur Smith draws on the most exciting moments of his pioneering career as a producer to show how far you can go when you take risks, stay goal oriented, and reach for your dreams.
Read more about the book HERE
Learn more about the author HERE

This program is made possible by the JFO’s membership in Jewish Book Council, with the support of the following JFO Foundation funds: Kenneth Ray Tretiak Memorial Fund, Lois Jeanne Schrager Memorial Fund, and Special Donor Advised Fund.

BBYO & Tzedek Teens J-Serve
2024-04-14 12:30 - 15:15 | Jewish Community Center, 333 S. 132nd Street, Omaha, NE, 68154, United States
Attention all Jewish youth ages 12-18! You are invited to work together, practicing Tikkun Olam during J-Serve: The international day of Jewish youth service. This year, we will be volunteering as a community with the Volunteer in Parks organization. We will be traveling to a local park and working to help beautify it! This will include projects like pruning plants, picking up trash, and planting flowers throughout the park– and hanging out with friends and/or making new friends! Lunch and snacks are provided, and more details will be shared after registration. There will be giveaways and prizes, and you can also earn service hours for school if needed.

JBL Bagels & Business Breakfast
2024-04-19 07:30 - 09:00 | Happy Hollow Club, 1701 S 105th St, Omaha, NE, 68124
FEATURED SPEAKER: David Gilinsky Principal at Bergman Incentives

For the past 30+ years, David Gilinsky has been an owner and leader at Bergman Incentives, a company specializing in corporate branded solutions including promotional merchandise and branded apparel. The business is one of the few remaining Omaha businesses which spans five consecutive generations. Bergman has kept its roots firmly planted in the values of the company’s rich history while remaining adaptive and agile to serve its growing roster of clients. David is married to Katherine Finnegan: an incredible wife, teacher, and community member. Together, Katherine and David have raised 3 children: Molly (31), Laura (30), and Jack (27) and are now grandparents to 2 beautiful granddaughters.
