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Jewish Events in Buffalo
35 upcoming Jewish community events in Buffalo from Buffalo Jewish Federation's calendar: classes, holiday celebrations, family and young adult programs, volunteering and more.
Updated daily · last read Oct 7, 2026
October 2026
- Today
Burchfield Penney Art Center Guided Tour
Join the Women's Network of TBT for a docent lead tour of the Burchfield Penney Art Center. Meet at TBT at 10 am to carpool to the Burchfield Penney, then join the tour. This will be followed by a "dutch treat" lunch at…
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- Today
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
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- Today
Remembering October 7th
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- Tomorrow
Families
Vaccination Clinic
Join us for a community vaccination clinic offering seasonal flu, high-dose flu, and updated COVID-19 vaccines. Open to congregants, families, and the wider community — all ages and insurance types welcome. Please bring…
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- Tomorrow
The Magic of Philanthropy
Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies signature event. A celebration for our donors.
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- Tomorrow
Nova Survivor Talk
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- This week
Online
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.
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- This week
Young adults
NEXTGen Community Shabbat Dinner
Join NEXTGen for a cozy Shabbat Dinner hosted by one of our community members. Location will be provided the day before the event.
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- This week
MidLife Shabbat
Midlife Shabbat Gatherings bring people together through shared meals, meaningful conversation, and the rhythms of Shabbat. Gatherings may include home-based potluck dinners, restaurant outings, Friday evening…
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- This week
Young adults
Hillel of Buffalo Board Retreat
More information to come.
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- This week
- This week
Online
Lunchtime Torah Express
Join this zoom only program with Rabbi Sara Rich. Bring your favorite Torah commentary as we study the weekly parsha together. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.
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- This week
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
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- This week
Conversation with Author Nancy Churnin
In partnership with the Buffalo Jewish Federation and the 5/14 Memorial Foundation Inc, this event is a conversation with Nancy Churnin, author of Martin and Anne: The Kindred Spirits of Martin Luther King Jr. and Anne…
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- This week
Introduction to Kabbalah and Jewish Meditation
Gate to the Heart In this class, you’ll combine text study, introspective conversation, and simple meditation to introduce the basic concepts of Kabbalah and to experience the reality those ideas describe. Work from the…
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Online
Adult Beginner Hebrew and Trope
No experience necessary. This course is for beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet, grammar, vocabulary and trope with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat, synagogue services, and traditional blessings.…
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iEngage Liberal Zionism
iEngage Liberal Zionism: Between Crisis and Aspiration Thursdays: 6:30-8:30 pm 8 weeks: October 15 - December 17 October 15, 22, & 29, November 5, 12, & 19, & December 3, & 17 Cost: $236 Instructor: Rabbi Brent Gutmann…
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Women’s Book Club
Join us for our quarterly book club meeting. We will be reading Family of Spies by Christine Kuehn. Location will be provided upon registration. Drinks and snacks provided, dietary laws observed. Hosted by Buffalo…
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Art Workshop: Painting Wine Glasses with Michele Chapin
Join us Friday October 16th for an afternoon of wine glass painting, instructed by Michele Chapin. She will guide you step-by-step as you paint your own fall inspired glass piece to take home and enjoy. No experience…
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Online
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.
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Wolf Blitzer – Museum Launch
Join the family of Irv Weinstein as we welcome Wolf Blitzer to Buffalo for a night in conversation. We will be opening the Stuart and Caren Shapiro Jewish Genealogy Center of Buffalo and public open hours for the…
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Music From Israel: An Afternoon of Hope and Harmony
Join the Jewish Buffalo community for an inspiring afternoon of music and solidarity featuring a string trio from the Israel Symphony Orchestra Rishon LeZion. The musicians will perform a vibrant program of beloved…
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Let’s Talk About Hormone Therapy
Hormonal health isn’t a conversation relegated to the future or the past; it matters throughout our lives. Jewish tradition teaches that seeking wisdom is itself a sacred act. For generations, women have shared stories…
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Online
Lunchtime Torah Express
Join this zoom only program with Rabbi Sara Rich. Bring your favorite Torah commentary as we study the weekly parsha together. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers
Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
Online
Adult Beginner Hebrew and Trope
No experience necessary. This course is for beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet, grammar, vocabulary and trope with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat, synagogue services, and traditional blessings.…
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iEngage Liberal Zionism
iEngage Liberal Zionism: Between Crisis and Aspiration Thursdays: 6:30-8:30 pm 8 weeks: October 15 - December 17 October 15, 22, & 29, November 5, 12, & 19, & December 3, & 17 Cost: $236 Instructor: Rabbi Brent Gutmann…
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Online
The Spirit of Shabbat
The Spirit of Shabbat (Zoom Only). Give yourself a spiritual Shabbat treat. Join Rabbi Greenberg for penetrating insight along with a delightful story. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.
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Consecration
Join us in formally celebrating and consecrating our TBT youth who are formally beginning their Jewish Education. Services start at 11:30 am with a celebratory Kiddush to follow.
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Families
PJ Library Family Walk: Small Steps, Big Thanks
Join PJ Library for a family-friendly walk/run around Delaware Park’s scenic loop, with fun gratitude-themed stops along the way for kids of all ages. We’ll move, play, and pause together to notice the people, places…
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Jewish Men Rooted
Jewish Men Rooted, facilitated by local clergy and educators, is an opportunity for men to gather over food and drink for casual conversation about issues and events that matter; politics, Jewish culture, antisemitism…
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Families
Vaccination Clinic
Join us for a community vaccination clinic offering seasonal flu, high-dose flu, and updated COVID-19 vaccines. Open to congregants, families, and the wider community — all ages and insurance types welcome. Please bring…
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About events in Buffalo
These are the community events Buffalo Jewish Federation publishes on its calendar at buffalojewishfederation.org, read by FedFinder every day. Religious services, holiday dates and internal meetings aren't included here; the full calendar has them. A listing on a public calendar isn't always open to everyone, so check eligibility and registration with the host.
Buffalo Jewish Federation on FedFinder → Programs, ways to get involved, and how to get in touch.
Jewish events nearby
- Hamilton, Ontario 24 events · 60 mi
- Rochester, New York 43 events · 61 mi
- Toronto 38 events · 61 mi
- Elmira 25 events · 118 mi
Questions
Where can I find Jewish events in Buffalo?
This page lists the upcoming community events on Buffalo Jewish Federation's calendar (35 right now), read daily. For the Federation's programs, services and how to get involved, see its FedFinder page.
Are these events open to everyone?
Many are. Each listing says so when it's open to all; otherwise check eligibility, cost and registration with the host before you go.
How do I get my event listed in Buffalo?
Hosts can submit an event on FedFinder's "Promote your event" page. A featured event appears at the top of this page and the Event Calendar for people looking for events in Buffalo.
Hosting an event in Buffalo?
Feature it at the top of this page and the Event Calendar for people looking for things to do in the area.