Mar
20
9:00 AM09:00
Mar
20
5:15 PM17:15
PJ Pizza Shabbat (Shabbat Across Greater Raleigh)
Program Description: Join our PJ pod for our 2nd annual Pizza Shabbat! The East pod is proud to participate in Shabbat Across Greater Raleigh, a special evening where families all across the Triangle will be gathering to welcome Shabbat together.
Bring the whole family and come celebrate in a joyful, kid-friendly way. Expect: pizza dinner, challah, Shabbat blessings, and a warm, relaxed space to meet other PJ families! Space is limited so registration in advance is required.
Where: Wendell Community Center, 601 W Third St, Wendell, NC 27591
When: Friday, March 20 from 5:15-6:45pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
20
7:00 PM19:00
Shabbat Across Greater Raleigh
Description: Join us March 20 for our 4th annual Shabbat Across Greater Raleigh. It is a call to families and friends to come together with others to honor Shabbat in their own style. You can decide on anything from traditional dinner to celebrating with a pizza, a picnic, or even a dinner in a restaurant.
Over the last three years, more than 400 people from more than 125 households participated, and this year we are aiming to increase those numbers and impact more lives through connection.
Do you want to participate as a HOST? Here are the steps:
Click the link to register as a HOST.
Invite your friends or family
Host a lovely Shabbat dinner in your style!
Snap a photo of your Shabbat group and share it on social media (tag @jfedraleigh on Instagram) or via email to gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org or leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org so we can create a community montage of this joyous celebration.
Follow up when you send your photo and tell us how many people celebrated shabbat with you.
Do you want to participate but need a place to go? Please contact either Leslie Needham at leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org or Gena Brown at gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org and we will provide you with Shabbat dinner to attend.
Click here to register as a HOST!
Mar
21
6:00 PM18:00
Dayenu Tu B'Shvat Dinner (RESCHEDULED)
Program Description: We are delighted to welcome you to our Tu B’Shvat Dinner Experience, Celebrate Earth: The Jewish Way, featuring a “New Year of the Trees” Seder and Dinner. This three-course meal will include symbolic Tu B’Shvat fruits, seeds, and wine, along with singing, prayers, engaging conversations, and hands-on experiences focused on local environmental action that protect our environment and our health.
When: Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 6:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Beth Shalom, 5713 Yates Mill Pond Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606
Cost: $18 per adult plus processing fee; children and teens attend free
Sponsored by Beth Shalom, Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh, and The Dayenu Triangle Circle
Click here to register.
Mar
24
9:30 AM09:30
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Mar
25
6:30 PM18:30
Create, Connect & Kibbitz: Resin Art with Jamie Allen
Program Description: Imagine a four-part series built like a constellation. Each workshop is distinct, yet all orbit around the same idea: discovering creativity through unexpected forms of touch, texture, and transformation. Join us for all four, just one, or any combination that works for you!
Resin Art with Jamie Allen is a class where we will be designing and making an individual resin jewelry dish.
Instructor: Jamie Allen is a creative enthusiast. She loves music, art, and exploring new crafting techniques. Jamie and her spouse, Sean, have three children. She spends her days working as the Departmental Assistant at Meredith College.
When: Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm
March 4 - Frottage with Sari-Rose Brown
March 11 - Clay with Emma Lavaty
March 18 - Art for Untangling with Joanna Hody
March 25 - Resin Art with Jamie Allen
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost:
JCC Members: $30/1 session; $100/4 sessions
General Community: $40/1session; $140/4 sessions
For more information: gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
29
3:45 PM15:45
Raleigh Community Women's Seder
An Afternoon of Joy, Learning, Song & Sisterhood
Open to all women and girls ages 8 and older.
Join us for a warm, welcoming, and interactive Passover seder celebrating friendship, community, and the strength and resilience of women. Passover dinner will be served.
When: Sunday, March 29 at 3:45 p.m.
Where: Temple Beth Or 5315 Creedmoor Rd Raleigh, NC 27612
Cost: $45/woman and girl ages 13 and older, $25/girl ages 8 to 12
Sponsored by Temple Beth Or Sisterhood, Beth Shalom, and the Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh.
Registrations are due by March 15. Walk-ins will not be allowed.
For questions, contact Cherie Marcus at 914-772-4887.
Mar
29
6:00 PM18:00
NCMA presents: Freedom Seder
What We Carried, What We Keep: A Freedom Seder on Living Resilience
This year, the NCMA’s Freedom Seder invites guests to honor not only the struggles their ancestors endured but the strength, creativity, and hope they passed forward.
Through a powerful artistic dialogue, Jerusalem-based choreographer and dancer Elad Schechter and Durham-based spoken word artist and playwright Dasan Ahanu illuminate resilience as a living inheritance: embodied, spoken, remembered, and continually renewed. Their performance weaves movement and word into a meditation on what we carry from our past and what we choose to keep alive for the future.
Support provided by the Mann Family Foundation
Mar
30
9:00 AM09:00
Camp JCC Spring Break Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Mar
31
9:00 AM09:00
Camp JCC Spring Break Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Apr
1
9:00 AM09:00
Camp JCC Spring Break Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Apr
6
9:00 AM09:00
Camp JCC Spring Break Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Apr
9
7:45 PM19:45
Chametz & Chill: YAD's Post-Passover Happy Hour
Program Description: Passover is over–let's celebrate accordingly! Join us at Raleigh Beer Garden for a laid-back night of beer, pizza, and good company as we officially welcome chametz back into our lives. Whether you're craving your first slice after a week of matzah or just looking for a fun Jewish happy hour, come hang out and connect.
Gluten-free pizza and non-alcoholic beverage options will be provided.
When: Thursday, April 9 from 7:45-9:30pm
Where: Raleigh Beer Garden, 614 Glenwood Ave Suite B, Raleigh, NC 27603
Cost:
$18 General Admission
$25 Admission & Mini-Golf
For more information: tamara.zishuk@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Apr
12
12:00 PM12:00
PJ Passover Playdate
Program Description: Join PJ Library for a Passover play date in the park! Families are invited to enjoy a fun Passover themed program featuring simple crafts, tasty snacks, and plenty of time to explore the playground. Perfect for young children and their grown-ups—just bring your energy and get ready for a fun day at the park!
Where: Main Street Park, 200 South Main Street, Rolesville, NC 27571
When: Sunday, April 12 from 12-2pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Space is limited, so all attendees must register in advance to reserve a spot.
Click here to register.
Apr
13
12:30 PM12:30
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Enjoy lunch with our guest Bruce Gourlie, the Secure Community Network Regional Advisor for our Federation and other Jewish communities in central North Carolina.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, April 13 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Apr
13
12:30 PM12:30
JCC Book Club: "When Women Ran 5th Avenue" by Julie Satow
Program Description: When Women Ran Fifth Avenue by Julie Satow
The twentieth century American department store: a palace of consumption where every wish could be met under one roof – afternoon tea, a stroll through the latest fashions, a wedding (or funeral) planned. It was a place where women, shopper and shopgirl alike, could stake out a newfound independence. Whether in New York or Chicago or on Main Street, USA, men owned the buildings, but inside, women ruled.
In this hothouse atmosphere, three women rose to the top. In the 1930s, Hortense Odlum of Bonwit Teller came to her husband's department store as a housewife tasked with attracting more shoppers like herself, and wound up running the company. Dorothy Shaver of Lord & Taylor championed American designers during World War II--before which US fashions were almost exclusively Parisian copies--becoming the first businesswoman to earn a $1 million salary. And in the 1960s Geraldine Stutz of Henri Bendel re-invented the look of the modern department store. With a preternatural sense for trends, she inspired a devoted following of ultra-chic shoppers as well as decades of copycats.
In When Women Ran Fifth Avenue, journalist Julie Satow draws back the curtain on three visionaries who took great risks, forging new paths for the women who followed in their footsteps. This stylish account, rich with personal drama and trade secrets, captures the department store in all its glitz, decadence, and fun, and showcases the women who made that beautifully curated world go round.
12:30pm-Bring your non-meat lunch. Drinks & dessert are provided
1:00pm-Book discussion
When: Monday, April 13 at 12:30pm
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members only
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Apr
15
12:30 PM12:30
JCC Speaker Lunch: "Gendered Ageism: Discrimination and Intervention"
Program Description: "Gendered Ageism: Discrimination and Intervention" with Prof. Carole Cox, Fordham University, Distinguished Fellow- School of Social Welfare, Hebrew University
Women face discrimination throughout their lives. It’s a a double whammy of two powerful societal forces - ageism, holding older people less capable, and sexism, holding women less capable than men. Gendered ageism occurs when older women face discrimination from both these stereotypes at the same time. This presentation explores the issues and suggests promising interventions to combat the harm of these societal forces.
Professor Carole Cox, MSW, PhD, teaches at the Graduate School of Social Service of Fordham University, and holds an appointment at Hebrew University, Jerusalem as Distinguished Fellow at the School of Social Welfare. She is a Fellow of the Gerontological Society of America, a Fulbright scholar, and a representative of the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics to the United Nations. The author of 10 books and numerous articles on aging, caregiving, human trafficking, and human rights, her latest book, published in 2025, is titled Social Work and Antisemitism: Issues and Interventions.
12:30 box lunches
1:00 program
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Wednesday, April 15 from 12:30-2:20pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Apr
16
12:00 PM12:00
YAD Mid-Day Nosh Break
Program Description: Join us for a casual midday nosh and meetup at Sola Cafe. Take a quick lunch break, grab a coffee, and enjoy an easy opportunity to connect with other young adults in the community. First small beverage is on us.
When: Thursday, April 16 from 12-1:30pm
Where: Sola Coffee Cafe, 7705 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
For more information: tamara.zishuk@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Apr
16
7:00 PM19:00
NCMA Jewish Film Series: "Shttl"
Program Description: Shttl (2022), directed by Ady Walter, 1 hr. 54 min., drama
On the eve of the 1941 Nazi invasion, a young aspiring filmmaker returns from Kyiv to his rural village on the border between Ukraine and Poland. He is expected to marry the rabbi’s daughter. Instead, he plans to run away with his true love who is engaged to another man, disrupting the balance of the whole town. In one unflinching shot, this film presents a day in the life of a Jewish village before it disappears.
This screening is a part of the Jewish Film Series at the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, East Building, SECU Auditorium, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: Thursday, April 16 from 7-8pm
For more information: help@ncartmuseum.org
Click here to register.
Apr
19
10:00 AM10:00
PJ Library Soccer Playdate & Matzah Hunt
Program Description: Come play and celebrate Passover with us! Join PJ Library for a fun soccer playdate featuring a Matzah Hunt. Bring your friends and enjoy a joyful morning of play, movement, and community. After the program, everyone is welcome to head over and explore the new Sugg Farm Nature Play and Sensory Trail together.
Where: Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, 2401 Grigsby Avenue
Holly Springs, NC 27540
When: Sunday, April 19 from 10am-2pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Apr
19
2:00 PM14:00
State of NC Holocaust Commemoration
The 2026 State Commemoration of the Holocaust will take place on April 19, 2026 at Beth Meyer Synagogue at 504 Newton Road, Raleigh, NC 27615 at 3 PM.
The keynote speaker will be Alex Kor, son of Holocaust survivors Mickey and Eva Kor. Governor Josh Stein will also be speaking at the commemoration. We anticipate a large crowd for the event, so thank you for registering and reserving a seat.
There is no cost to attend the event, and more information about parking, security, and the commemoration program will be shared via email in April of 2026.
Apr
21
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come join the Ladies Who Lunch for some wonderful food and amazing conversations! This is a great way to meet new people and make a new friend. Our lunch for this month will be at Aladdin’s Eatery in Brier Creek.
Where: Aladdin's Eatery, 8201 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, NC
When: Tuesday, April 21 from 12-1:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Apr
26
2:00 PM14:00
Triangle Wide Yom Ha'Atzmaut Celebration
Program Description: We are partnering with our friends at Jewish for Good to celebrate Israel Independence Day! Join us for our community Yom Ha’Atzmaut Celebration filled with Israeli music, delicious food, fun for all ages, and that special ruach (spirit) you can only find with community
When: Sunday. April 26 from 2-5pm
Where: North Raleigh (Location to be sent 3 days prior to the event)
Click here to register.
May
3
10:00 AM10:00
PJ Library Hula Hoops & Scoops: Shavuot Ice Cream Social
Program Description: In honor of Shavuot later this month, spin, swirl, and cool off with friends at Womble Park! Enjoy hula-hoop fun, outdoor play, and sweet ice-cream treats as we celebrate togetherness and summer vibes.
Where: Parrish Womble Park, 340 Stinson Ave, Holly Springs, NC 27540
When: Sunday, May 3 from 10am-12pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
3
10:00 AM10:00
YAD Good Deeds Day
Program Description: Join fellow young adults for a meaningful day of service as part of Good Deeds Day, a global movement dedicated to doing good and strengthening communities through acts of kindness and volunteerism.
We’ll start the morning at the JCC with breakfast and a short Jewish learning session that explores the values behind service and caring for our community. Then we’ll head out to volunteer sites across the city, partnering with local organizations to support important causes and make a real impact. (Service sites will be announced soon.)
After a morning of hands-on volunteering, we’ll come back together to share lunch, reflect on the experience, and connect with other young adults who care about giving back.
Whether you’re passionate about service or just looking for a meaningful way to spend the day and meet new people, Good Deeds Day is a great opportunity to show up for our community — together. Come ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference!
When: Sunday, May 3 from 10am-1pm
Where: Meet at the David R. Kahn Community Campus
For more information: tamara.zishuk@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
4
12:30 PM12:30
JCC Book Club: "The Magician’s Assistant" by Ann Patchett
Program Description: The Magician’s Assistant by Ann Patchett
From the bestselling author of The Dutch House, a secretive magician’s death becomes the catalyst for his partner’s journey of self-discovery in this “enchanting” book (San Francisco Chronicle) “that is something of a magic trick in itself.” (Newsweek)
When Parsifal, a handsome and charming magician, dies suddenly, his widow Sabine—who was also his faithful assistant for twenty years—learns that the family he claimed to have lost in a tragic accident is very much alive and well. Sabine is left to unravel his secrets, and the journey she takes, from sunny Los Angeles to the bitter windswept plains of Nebraska, will work its own magic on her.
12:30pm-Bring your non-meat lunch. Drinks & dessert are provided
1:00pm-Book discussion
When: Monday, May 4 at 12:30-2:30pm
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members only
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
5
12:00 PM12:00
Western Wake Speaker Lunch: "Exploring Container Gardening"
Program Description: Have you considered container gardening? Rachel will review the many elements of successful container gardening from the selection of the pot and plants to meet a desired design, to soil and watering needs, to locating and maintaining your completed project.
Speaker: Rachel Strauss is a Wake County Extension Master Gardener volunteer. You may have spoken with Rachel at the Master Gardener information booths at local Home and Garden Shows and at the NC State Fair. Her memberships include the Raleigh Garden Club, Wake Gardeners of NC, and the Chrysanthemum Society. Rachel is an active volunteer at the JC Raulston Arboretum, various City of Raleigh Gardens/Parks, and she assists in the maintenance of the Biblical Garden at Beth Meyer Synagogue. As a Park Guide at the NC Museum of Art, Rachel leads tours of the Museum Park.
Rachel was born and raised in Greensboro, NC and has lived and gardened in Raleigh for the past 40 years. Since retiring, Rachel has pursued a deep interest in volunteering in areas in addition to gardening to help others live better, healthier and kinder lives.
When: Tuesday, May 5 from 12-2pm
Where: The Templeton of Cary, 215 Brightmore Dr, Cary, NC 27518
Cost: JCC Members $10, General Community $18
For more information contact: gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
8
9:30 AM09:30
Newcomer Nosh
Program Description: Come to the JCC and have a bagel and some brew! Meet the Jewish Federation staff, tour the JCC and meet other newcomers to the area.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Friday, May 8 from 9:30-11:30am
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
11
12:30 PM12:30
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Come enjoy lunch and speak with our special guest, Harlan Shays. Harlan has extensive knowledge about Beth Meyer Synagogue and the history of the Jewish Community in Raleigh.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, May 11 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
17
10:00 AM10:00
PJ Celebrates Shavuot
Program Description: Join PJ Library in celebrating receiving the Torah on Mount Sinai! Shavuot celebrates when the Jewish people received the Torah, the anchor of our religion. Come do Shavuot crafts, eat some dairy, enjoy a PJ Library book, and connect with the community!
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Sunday, May 17 from 10-11:30am
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
18
7:00 PM19:00
Interfaith Young Couples Meetup: The Book of Ruth
Program Description: Celebrate Shavuot with a sweet treat and meaningful conversation for interfaith couples. Join us at the JCC for ice cream, connection, and a thoughtful discussion centered on the Book of Ruth, the story traditionally read on Shavuot.
Together we'll explore Ruth's journey of belonging, commitment, and identity–one of the most powerful narratives in Jewish tradition about someone choosing to join and stand with the Jewish people. Her story opens the door to important conversations about partnership, building Jewish homes together, and the meaningful role non-Jewish partners play in Jewish life and community.
This relaxed evening is designed specifically for interfaith couples who want to connect with others navigating similar experiences, share perspectives, and explore Jewish tradition in a welcoming and thoughtful space.
When: Monday, May 18 from 7-9pm
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: $10/couple
For more information: tamara.zishuk@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
19
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come join the Ladies Who Lunch for some wonderful food and amazing conversations! This is a great way to meet new people and make a new friend. Our lunch for this month will be at Chai’s Asian Bistro.
Where: Chai's Asian Bistro, 8347 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC
When: Tuesday, May 19 from 12-1:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
20
12:30 PM12:30
JCC Speaker Lunch: “The Joy of Text: Shavuot, Torah, and Being Jewish in the 21st Century”
Program Description: “The Joy of Text: Shavuot, Torah, and Being Jewish in the 21st Century” with BJ Davis
The Joy of Text is an intimate look at learning and enjoying Jewish wisdom through text study with a partner or a small group. Join BJ Davis, as he leads us to discuss, explore, and wrestle with a variety of source texts and contemporary writings that examine the idea of a Jewish covenant. Together we will learn both traditional and contemporary ways to look at what “being Jewish” can mean for each of us today and for future generations.
After retiring as Director of Education at the NC Museum of History, BJ Davis earned a master's degree in Jewish studies at Philadelphia’s Gratz College. Focused on Jewish learning, BJ is active in two Jewish education institutes, New York City’s Hadar Institute and Jerusalem’s Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies. BJ studies with 3 study partners each week, coordinates a bi-weekly Zoom morning minyan, and leads monthly Kabbalat Shabbat services at Raleigh’s Magnolia Glen senior living.
12:30 box lunches
1:00 program
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Wednesday, May 20 from 12:30-2:20pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
May
20
7:00 PM19:00
Federation Connections
Program Description: Come enjoy a scoop of ice cream on us! This is your chance to meet the amazing Federation Staff and discover all the fantastic things we have to offer for you and your family.
Where: The Scoop Ice Cream @ Willow Oak Farms, 1510 Lafayette Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
When: Wednesday, May 20 from 7-8:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Jun
1
12:30 PM12:30
Jun
3
12:30 PM12:30
JCC Speaker Lunch: "The Holocaust & Hollywood Studios at Home & Abroad"
Program Description: "The Holocaust and Hollywood Studios at Home and Abroad" with Professor Steven Carr, Purdue University
Professor Steven Carr's research on movie makers at the time of the Holocaust reveals what Hollywood knew, when they knew it, and what they did amidst growing anti-Semitism as awareness of the Holocaust unfolded. At the same time in the US larger debates were taking place over what to do in response to the growing global crisis of persecution, refugees and forced migration.
Steven Alan Carr, author and media professor at Perdue University, is the founder and director of the Purdue University Fort Wayne Institute for Holocaust and Genocide Studies in Indiana. A former Postdoctoral Fellow at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington DC and a Research Fellow at the American Jewish Archives, he is the author of The Holocaust and Hollywood Studios at Home and Abroad (2026), Hollywood and Anti-Semitism: A Cultural History Up to World War II (2001), and co-author of Teaching History with Message Movies (2018).
12:30 box lunches
1:00 program
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Wednesday, June 3 from 12:30-2:20pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Jun
12
5:00 PM17:00
PJ Library Splash Into Shabbat
Program Description: Join PJ Library at the JCC's pool to celebrate Shabbat! Come hear a story, have some juice and challah, and enjoy a Shabbat evening at the pool!
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Friday, June 12 from 5-6pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
NOTE: Everyone who is attending, both adults and minors, need to register for this event to ensure an accurate headcount.
Click here to register.
Jun
14
9:30 AM09:30
Ladies Who Hike
Program Description: Mark your calendars now for the Ladies Who Hike 2026 Dates. We will meet March 15th, June 14th and October 18th. All hikes begin at 9:30am. Please remember that hikes and locations are subject to change based on weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
The trail for June 14th is a 2.5-mile moderate hike. Please Park at the Glenwood entrance to Umstead Park. We will start to meet at 9:15am and leave promptly at 9:30am. Note that pets are allowed at this particular park. In the past we have collected food for the Food Pantry. If you are interested in donating, please bring a gift card to any food store so that we can easily get the donations to the Federation Office. Thank you for your generosity.
Where: Sycamore Loop Trail, Umstead State Park, 8801 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh 27617
When: Sunday, June 14 from 9:30-11:30am
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Jun
16
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come join the Ladies Who Lunch for some wonderful food and amazing conversations! This is a great way to meet new people and make a new friend. Our lunch for this month will be at Craft Public House.
Where: Craft Public House, 1040 Tryon Village Dr. #601, Cary, NC
When: Tuesday, June 16 from 12-1:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Jun
28
10:00 AM10:00
PJ Library Summer Splash Day
Program Description: Kick off summer with water-filled fun at the splash pad! Bring swimsuits, towels, and sunshine-ready smiles.
Where: Splashlantis Splash Pad @ Pleasant Park, 3400 Pleasant Plns Rd, Apex, NC 27502
When: Sunday, June 28 from 10am-12pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Jul
13
12:30 PM12:30
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Come enjoy an Israeli-style lunch and spend the hour talking to the Israeli counselors that are spending the summer in Raleigh.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, July 13 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Jul
19
11:00 AM11:00
PJ Library Lake Bash
Program Description: Join us at Jordan Lake for a day of swimming, lake games, and a cookout! Bring towels, swimsuits, sunscreen, chairs, swim shoes, and anything else you need for a fun day by the water.
Available at the park: life vests, restrooms, picnic tables, shaded areas, nearby parking
There’s plenty of space to relax and enjoy the lake! Park Entry Fee: $7 cash per vehicle (paid at entrance). Fees may change, so check the official NC Parks website or call ahead for current rates.
Where: Ebenezer Beach @ Jordan Lake, 920 Beaver Creek Rd, Apex, NC 27502
When: Sunday, July 19 from 11am-2pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Jul
21
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come join the Ladies Who Lunch for some wonderful food and amazing conversations! This is a great way to meet new people and make a new friend. Our lunch for this month will be at Vivo Ristorante.
Where: Vivo Ristorante, 7400 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC
When: Tuesday, July 21 from 12-1:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Aug
9
9:00 AM09:00
Federation Connections
Program Description: Come meet other community members and get connected over breakfast. A bagel and coffee is on us! This is your chance to meet the amazing Federation Staff and discover all the fantastic things we have to offer for you and your family.
Where: Benchwarmers Bagels, Transfer Co. Food Hall, 500 E Davie Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
When: Sunday, August 9 from 9-11am
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Aug
16
10:00 AM10:00
PJ Library Goes Blueberry Picking
Program Description: Join PJ Library for a sweet end-of-summer outing featuring blueberry picking, stories, fresh air, and family fun. Picking is free, so pick all you can! Please bring your own container or basket.
Where: Ms. Mary’s Berries, 7668–7898 Maude Stewart Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
When: Sunday, August 16 from 10am-12pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Aug
17
12:30 PM12:30
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Men's Lunch is "ON THE ROAD" this month. We will meet at Brigs and enjoy a great lunch. Attendees are each responsible for their own meal.
Where: Brigs Great Beginnings Restaurant, 8111 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh NC 27613
When: Monday, August 17 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Aug
18
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come enjoy lunch and spend some time with some wonderful women from the Jewish community.
Where: Page Road Grill, 5416 Page Road, Durham, NC
When: Tuesday, August 18 from 12:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Aug
27
2:00 PM14:00
Robert Buxton - A Classical Piano Lecture and Recital
Program Description: Making classical music come alive through improvisation, storytelling, and genuine connection!
Classical pianist Robert Buxton will transform our space into an intimate space where 200-year-old music feels alive and immediate. Through his unique blend of masterful performance, storytelling, and spontaneous improvisation, Robert will make every piece–from Schubert to gospel–speak directly to us. During this performance, Robert will weave several works by Jewish composers into the program giving us meaningful historical touch points, that still have relevance today.
Please join us afterwards for light refreshments.
Where: Temple Beth Or, 5315 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
When: Thursday, August 27 from 2-3:30pm
Cost: JCC Members $10, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Sep
8
12:00 PM12:00
Western Wake Speaker Lunch: "The Jewish Cemeteries of Poland: Restoring Dignity, Preserving Heritage"
Program Description: "The Jewish Cemeteries of Poland: Restoring Dignity, Preserving Heritage" with Ed Janes
Ed Janes is a Board member and officer of Friends of Jewish Heritage in Poland and will discuss current projects and our efforts to "adopt out" more cemeteries for care and protection.
We will learn about the organization, (FJHP) who seek to engage descendants and other supporters to protect and commemorate the surviving sites and monuments of Jewish cultural heritage in Poland. The all-volunteer organization is working at more than 30 sites with the goal of preserving and protecting all of the abandoned cemeteries in this once thriving homeland of over 3.3 million Jews.
"If there had not been a Shoah, we would still have an obligation to care for these places; given the decimation... for those of us who survived, it's even more so our obligation to [take action to] protect our ancestral memory." Dan Oren, M.D., President of Friends of Jewish Heritage in Poland (FJHP).
When: Tuesday, September 8 from 12-2pm
Where: Beth Shalom, 5713 Yates Mill Pond Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
Cost: JCC Members $10, General Community $18
For more information contact: gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Sep
14
12:30 PM12:30
Men's Lunch
Program Description: It's time for our annual Men Bake the Challah event! Come enjoy lunch while you make and take a challah for the holidays.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, September 14 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Sep
15
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come enjoy lunch at the JCC, bring a canned good to donate and meet other women from the Jewish Community.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesday, September 15 from 12-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Sep
18
9:30 AM09:30
Newcomer Nosh
Program Description: Come to the JCC and have a bagel and some brew! Meet the Jewish Federation staff, tour the JCC and meet other newcomers to the area.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Friday, September 18 from 9:30-11:30am
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Oct
13
7:00 PM19:00
Federation Connections
Program Description: Meet us at Bond Brothers Brewery! We'd love to treat you to your first drink and see how we can get you connected to the Jewish community.
Where: Bond Brothers Brewery, 202 East Cedar Street, Cary NC 27511
When: Tuesday, October 13 from 7-9pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Oct
19
12:30 PM12:30
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Come enjoy lunch and meet our special guest, Mike Golden. Mike is the new Development Director at Raleigh/Durham Airport (RDU). He will have lots to tell us about what's going on at the airport!
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, October 19 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Oct
20
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come enjoy lunch and some wonderful conversations with other Jewish women from the community.
Where: Seasons 52, 4325 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC
When: Tuesday, October 20 from 12-1:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Nov
6
9:30 AM09:30
Newcomer Nosh
Program Description: Come to the JCC and have a bagel and some brew! Meet the Jewish Federation staff, tour the JCC and meet other newcomers to the area.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Friday, November 6 from 9:30-11:30am
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Nov
9
12:30 PM12:30
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Come enjoy lunch and pay homage to the Veterans in the community. Our special guest Barry Bloch is a vet and runs the Jewish Veterans group in Apex.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, November 9 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Nov
17
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come enjoy breakfast or lunch with a great group of Jewish women from the community.
Where: First Watch, 6109 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC
When: Tuesday, November 17 from 12-1:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Dec
14
12:30 PM12:30
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Let's celebrate Hanukkah! Come enjoy latkes and doughnuts and more. Our special guest is you!
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, December 14 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Dec
15
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come celebrate Hanukkah, eat latkes, and spend time with other women in the Jewish community.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesday, December 15 from 12-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
19
10:15 AM10:15
Redefining Aging: Continuing the Conversation
Program Description: This group is only for participants who have been part of previous Redefining Aging groups.
We will meet at Magnolia Glen which is next door to Temple Beth Or. Parking is available at Magnolia Glen but if you prefer, you can park at Temple Beth Or and use the walking path to the left of the front entrance near the handicapped parking.
10:15am – Coffee and refreshments
10:30am – Program begins
Where: Magnolia Glen, 5301 Creedmoor Rd., Raleigh NC 27612
When: Third Thursday of the Month from 10:15-11:30am
March 19
April 16
May 21
June 18
July 16
August 20
Cost: JCC Members $36, General Community $54
Scholarships are available. Please contact Abby Palmer if financial assistance is needed.
For more information: abby.palmer@shalomraleigh.org
This event is reserved for prior participants of Redefining Aging. If you are interested in joining a new cohort, contact gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org.
Mar
18
8:00 PM20:00
The Resilient Child: Practical Strategies to Help Your Child Bounce Back and Thrive
Program Description: What can you as a parent do to ensure your child will thrive despite life’s challenges? Fortunately, there are evidence-based strategies you can implement to foster strength and resilience in your child. We've partnered with The Wellness Institute to bring you free training with a leading authority on this subject.
Dr. Keneth Ginsburg, an internationally recognized expert in adolescent medicine and resilience, will break down the 7 Cs of Resilience: competence, confidence, connection, character, contribution, coping, and control—and show you simple ways to build those qualities in your child.
Register today to equip your child with the skills they need to succeed in life.
This program is available to the Greater Raleigh Jewish Community at no cost, thanks to the Lisa and Steven Feierstein Charitable Foundation.
Please use Coupon Code NC18 and click apply when registering to attend this program at no cost.
This is a virtual program. The link will be provided upon registration.
Mar
18
6:30 PM18:30
Create, Connect & Kibbitz: Art for Untangling with Joanna Hody
Program Description: Imagine a four-part series built like a constellation. Each workshop is distinct, yet all orbit around the same idea: discovering creativity through unexpected forms of touch, texture, and transformation. Join us for all four, just one, or any combination that works for you!
Art for Untangling with Joanna Hody: Do you have a brain that feels like it is always on a roller coaster or a record player stuck on repeat? No? Lucky you! You will still have fun and make something beautiful. For the rest of us, this session offers a deeply calming, process-based art experience inspired by Zentangle and neurographic art. We will use simple lines, curves, and patterns to slow down, settle our systems, and create meditative drawings that support gentle self-expression.
These styles of art do not require any prior experience and do not focus on creating a finished image. Instead, we will work with repetition and flow, allowing the artwork to develop naturally. Mindful creation like this can help reduce stress, quiet your mind, and support a sense of grounded connection to peace. All the materials we will use are simple and accessible, and the emphasis is on presence rather than perfection.
Instructor: Joanna is a therapist, educator, and facilitator who uses creative and reflective practices to support emotional regulation, self-awareness, and connection. Her work centers on accessible, gentle approaches that invite curiosity, creativity, and compassion rather than performance or perfection. She enjoys creating spaces where warmth and acceptance guide the experience.
When: Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm
March 4 - Frottage with Sari-Rose Brown
March 11 - Clay with Emma Lavaty
March 18 - Art for Untangling with Joanna Hody
March 25 - Resin Art with Jamie Allen
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost:
JCC Members: $30/1 session; $100/4 sessions
General Community: $40/1session; $140/4 sessions
For more information: gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
18
12:30 PM12:30
JCC Speaker Lunch: "Emotional Adjustment in Israel following Oct. 7th Attacks: Voices of Mothers of Israeli Soldiers"
Program Description: "Emotional Adjustment in Israel following Oct. 7th Attacks: Voices of Mothers of Israeli Soldiers" - Dr. Yogev Kivity, clinical psychologist, Senior Lecturer, Dept of Psychology, Bar Ilan University, Israel, visiting scholar at UNC Chapel Hillel
Dr. Yogev Kivity, clinical psychologist and professor at Bar Ilan University, will share insights gained while conducting support groups for mothers of Israeli soldiers. giving voice to the struggles and resilience of the mothers.
Dr. Yogev Kivity is a clinical psychologist and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Bar Ilan University, Israel. Currently Dr. Kivity is a visiting scholar in the Dept of Psychology at UNC Chapel Hill. Twice a Fulbright Post Doctoral Fellow at Penn State University, he is the author of over 50 journal publications and has been cited about as many times in other psychology journal articles.
12:30 box lunches
1:00 program
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Wednesday, March 18 from 12:30-2:20pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
17
12:00 PM12:00
Ladies Who Lunch
Program Description: Come join the Ladies Who Lunch for some wonderful food and amazing conversations! This is a great way to meet new people and make a new friend. Our lunch for this month will be at Bosphorus.
Where: Bosphorus, 329 N Harrison Avenue, Cary, 27513
When: Tuesday, March 17 from 12-1:30pm
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
17
9:30 AM09:30
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Mar
15
4:00 PM16:00
PJ Library at Bumble Brews Play Cafe
Program Description: Come enjoy a relaxed PJ Library hangout at Bumble Brews Play Cafe in Cary! Families with children under 6 are invited to play, connect, and spend time with other local PJ Library families in a fun, kid-friendly space. Space is limited, so all attendees must register in advance to reserve a spot.
Where: Bumble Brews Play Cafe, 2464 SW Cary Pkwy
Cary, NC, 27513
When: Sunday, March 15 from 4-6pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
NOTE: Everyone who is attending, both adults and minors, need to register for this event to ensure an accurate headcount.
Click here to register.
Mar
15
2:30 PM14:30
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 2
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, February 22-March 15
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
Mar
15
12:30 PM12:30
"The Optimist" Film Screenings
Program Description: Experience The Optimist, a feature film inspired by the true story of Holocaust survivor Herbert Heller.
After surviving the Holocaust as a child, Herbert carried his story in silence for more than 60 years. Late in life, an unexpected friendship with a quietly guarded teenager opens the door to long-buried memories—and to a powerful intergenerational connection built on empathy, patience, and listening.
The Optimist is a moving story of remembrance, resilience, and the profound impact of being truly heard. It offers an opportunity for reflection and conversation across generations.
Many Holocaust survivors live in poverty today. 20% of the box office proceeds will directly fund KAVOD’s Survivors of the Holocaust Emergency Fund, in partnership with Seed the Dream Foundation, to provide critical assistance and dignified care to survivors in need.
When: Wednesday, March 11 & Sunday, 15
Discount: Get $5 off the purchase of two tickets ($10 off 20)
Use promo code: BECOMEANOPTIMIST
To redeem:
Visit Fandango.com or use the Fandango app.
Select your theater, date (March 11 or 15), and at least two tickets for The Optimist: The Bravest Act Is Truth.
Enter the promo code and complete your purchase.
Find screenings at a theater near you!
Mar
15
9:30 AM09:30
Ladies Who Hike
Program Description: Mark your calendars now for the Ladies Who Hike 2026 Dates. We will meet March 15th, June 14th and October 18th. All hikes begin at 9:30am. Please remember that hikes and locations are subject to change based on weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
The trail for March 15th is a 2 mile moderate hike. Please park in front of the A.E. Findley Center and meet the group in front of the building. We will start to meet at 9:15am and leave promptly at 9:30am. Note that pets are prohibited from this particular park. In the past we have collected food for the JFS Food Pantry. If you are interested in donating please bring a gift card to any food store so that we can easily get the donations to the Federation. Thank you for your generosity.
Where: Historic Yates Mill County Park, 4620 Lake Wheeler Rd, Raleigh, NC 27603
When: Sunday, March 15 from 9:30-11:30am
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
14
6:30 PM18:30
Beit Am presents: Havdalah Beyachad
Havdalah Beyachad
Saturday, March 14, 2026
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Beth El Social Hall
Join us for a joyful, community-wide evening of Israeli–American unity!
Come together for a lively, Israeli-themed Havdalah filled with ruach (spirit), connection, and community. Enjoy a fun, social atmosphere with great conversation, Israeli flair, and a delicious kosher dairy dinner.
🕯️ Dinner: 6:30 PM
✨ Havdalah: 8:05 PM
$15/person, $50/family
Sponsored by Beth El Synagogue, Beyachad of Voice4Israel, and Beit Am.
Mar
13
8:00 AM08:00
JCC Travels to Virginia Holocaust Museum
JCC Travels to The Virginia Holocaust Museum in Richmond. Registration fee includes, bus transportation, snacks, museum ticket and docent led tour. Lunch at Pearly's Deli is at your own cost.
Established in 1997, the Virginia Holocaust Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the Holocaust. We honor the victims, celebrate the survivors, and strive to educate all our visitors about the dangers of prejudice and complacency to prevent such atrocities from happening again.
Priority Registration for JCC members until January 14.
JCC Members - $75
General Community - $95
Mar
12
7:00 PM19:00
NCMA Jewish Film Series: "All About the Levkoviches"
Program Description: All about the Levkoviches (2024), directed by Ádám Breier, 1 hr. 25 min., Drama
A generous but stubborn boxing coach, Tamás, gets along well with everyone but his own son. They have not spoken since the boy, Iván, moved to Israel and became religious in an orthodox community. When Tamás’s beloved wife, Zsuzsa, dies unexpectedly, Tamás agrees with his son that he can come and sit shibah in his house as long as he brings his grandson, Ariel, with him.
As past conflicts resurface, they embark on an unexpected journey of self-reflection and reconciliation. Father and son are not just obliged to face their old grievances during the one-week religious mourning but to help Ariel deal with his own grief and his obsession that Grandma’s spirit is still in the house.
This screening is a part of the Jewish Film Series at the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, East Building, SECU Auditorium, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: Thursday, March 12 from 7-8pm
For more information: help@ncartmuseum.org
Click here to register.
Mar
12
9:30 AM09:30
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Mar
11
6:30 PM18:30
Create, Connect & Kibbitz: Clay with Emma Lavaty (SOLD OUT)
Program Description: Imagine a four-part series built like a constellation. Each workshop is distinct, yet all orbit around the same idea: discovering creativity through unexpected forms of touch, texture, and transformation. Join us for all four, just one, or any combination that works for you!
Clay with Emma Lavaty is a class where you design your own Miriam's Cups for Passover! Participants will use underglaze to decorate the cup, then apply a clear glossy glaze over it. Emma will fire the cups for participants to pick up later.
Instructor: Emma Lavaty owns Fikaware Ceramics, a business that offers handcrafted pottery and ceramics that reflect the beauty in everyday life. Everything is crafted by Emma in Wake Forest, NC. Pieces offered include functional pottery, home decor, wearables, and seasonal works.
When: Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm
March 4 - Frottage with Sari-Rose Brown
March 11 - Clay with Emma Lavaty
March 18 - Art for Untangling with Joanna Hody
March 25 - Resin Art with Jamie Allen
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost:
JCC Members: $30/1 session; $100/4 sessions
General Community: $40/1session; $140/4 sessions
For more information: gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org
This event is sold out.
Mar
11
6:00 PM18:00
"The Optimist" Film Screenings
Program Description: Experience The Optimist, a feature film inspired by the true story of Holocaust survivor Herbert Heller.
After surviving the Holocaust as a child, Herbert carried his story in silence for more than 60 years. Late in life, an unexpected friendship with a quietly guarded teenager opens the door to long-buried memories—and to a powerful intergenerational connection built on empathy, patience, and listening.
The Optimist is a moving story of remembrance, resilience, and the profound impact of being truly heard. It offers an opportunity for reflection and conversation across generations.
Many Holocaust survivors live in poverty today. 20% of the box office proceeds will directly fund KAVOD’s Survivors of the Holocaust Emergency Fund, in partnership with Seed the Dream Foundation, to provide critical assistance and dignified care to survivors in need.
When: Wednesday, March 11 & Sunday, 15
Discount: Get $5 off the purchase of two tickets ($10 off 20)
Use promo code: BECOMEANOPTIMIST
To redeem:
Visit Fandango.com or use the Fandango app.
Select your theater, date (March 11 or 15), and at least two tickets for The Optimist: The Bravest Act Is Truth.
Enter the promo code and complete your purchase.
Find screenings at a theater near you!
Mar
10
9:30 AM09:30
Continuing Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
In the continuing class, we will refine the beginner form and add on as we learn Part 2 of the beginner form, bringing the movements to 41. We will also be learning the traditional Sun style form of 73 movements. Depending on class interest, we may explore the Yang style 24 movement form.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 6, 13 & 27
February 3 & 24
March 10, 17 & 24
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Mar
9
12:30 PM12:30
Men's Lunch
Program Description: Come enjoy lunch with our guest Mike Frank. Mike is a sports card collector with a vast knowledge of their worth. If you have some old cards, you may want to bring them with you!
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Monday, March 9 from 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: JCC Members Free, General Community $18
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
8
2:30 PM14:30
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 2
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, February 22-March 15
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
Mar
7
8:00 PM20:00
Beit Am presents: Purim After Dark DJ Party
🎭 Purim After Dark | DJ Party | 21+: TV & Film Edition 🎬
You’re invited to join us on the dance floor for a Purim party – a joyful, colorful evening full of Israeli nostalgia! 🎉
📅 Saturday, March 7
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Cary, NC (Exact location will be shared 48 hours in advance for security reasons)
🔞 Ages 21+ only
💵 Tickets: $52
🎟️ Early Bird Tickets until Feb 21 – 20% off!
Your ticket includes:
🍷 First drink free
🥨 Light snacks
Option to purchase additional drinks, food, and treats on-site
You’re also welcome to arrive for dinner at the venue before the party starts
👑 Costume Contest with Cash Prizes
Time to pull out your most elaborate, funny, or brilliant costume!
🎥 Party Theme: TV & Cinema — Israeli and International
Come dressed as:
🎭 A character from Israeli or American TV and movies
🌟 A pop-culture icon you love
🎬 Something clever, nostalgic, dramatic, or totally hilarious
✨ Or any costume you feel like even if it’s not connected to the theme
From classic favorites to current hits — anything goes! 📺🎬
Surprise us with your creativity!
Mar
6
9:30 AM09:30
Newcomer Nosh
Program Description: Come to the JCC and have a bagel and some brew! Meet the Jewish Federation staff, tour the JCC and meet other newcomers to the area.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Friday, March 6 from 9:30-11:30am
For more information: leslie.needham@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
5
9:30 AM09:30
Beginners' Tai Chi Winter 2026
Program Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Originating as a martial art in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn, and participants will soon notice its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is based on the Sun style of Tai Chi. This is the newest of the tai chi styles. The beginning form that will be taught has 21 movements. It is symmetrical and is performed in a standing position which may be modified to a seated position. The form has fluid movements, integrating mind and body.
Benefits to practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Relieves pain and decreases stiffness
Improves balance and reduces falls
Builds muscular strength and stamina
Improves ability to perform daily tasks
Improves concentration and memory
When: Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am
January 8, 15, 22 & 29
February 5 & 26
March 5 & 12
Please note that there will be no class on February 12 or 19.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Instructor: Sharon Mills has experience as a physical therapist and as an exercise instructor. She is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Sharon has been teaching Tai Chi in Raleigh for 10 years.
Clothing: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes that are suitable for exercise.
Cost: JCC Members $75, General Community $100
Registration includes all 8 sessions. Prior registration is required, walk-ins will not be able to be accommodated.
Mar
4
6:30 PM18:30
Create, Connect & Kibbitz: Frottage with Sari-Rose Brown
Program Description: Imagine a four-part series built like a constellation. Each workshop is distinct, yet all orbit around the same idea: discovering creativity through unexpected forms of touch, texture, and transformation. Join us for all four, just one, or any combination that works for you!
Frottage with Sari-Rose Brown is a process-based exploration of color, texture and layering based on the art technique frottage, or rubbing. We’ll use a range of simple materials to create a dynamic piece that’s fun to make!
Instructor: Sari-Rose Brown has taught art to children at summer camps and enjoys trying new techniques with her kid at home. She believes that we can all learn from each other no matter our ages and carries that energy with her. Her artistic hobbies range from watercolors to punch needle, and she’s particularly inspired by mending and surprising use of materials.
When: Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm
March 4 - Frottage with Sari-Rose Brown
March 11 - Clay with Emma Lavaty
March 18 - Art for Untangling with Joanna Hody
March 25 - Resin Art with Jamie Allen
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost:
JCC Members: $30/1 session; $100/4 sessions
General Community: $40/1session; $140/4 sessions
For more information: gena.brown@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Mar
3
12:00 PM12:00
Western Wake Speaker Lunch: Sharon Kurtzman Author of The Lost Baker of Vienna
Join our Western Wake Speakers Luncheon featuring Sharon Kurtzman, author of The Lost Baker of Vienna, a historical novel inspired by the author’s family’s untold Holocaust-era past. Sharon Kurtzman will give a presentation about the book, her family’s history, and the creative process behind the novel. There will be books available for purchase and Sharon will be available to sign copies following the talk.
Mar
3
9:00 AM09:00
School's Out, J's In Teacher Workday Camp
Program Description: When school’s out, the fun begins at the JCC! Our year round camps feature activities at the JCC with special guests as well as sports, Judaic arts and crafts, boating, nature walks, archery and much more! For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
When: Tuesday, March 3 from 9am-5:30pm
Cost: JCC Members–$65 per day, General Community–$80 per day
Click here to register.
Mar
2
12:30 PM12:30
JCC Book Club: "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali
Program Description: The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
In 1950s Tehran, seven-year-old Ellie lives in grand comfort until the untimely death of her father, forcing Ellie and her mother to move to a tiny home downtown. Lonely and bearing the brunt of her mother’s endless grievances, Ellie dreams for a friend to alleviate her isolation.
Luckily, on the first day of school, she meets Homa, a kind girl with a brave and irrepressible spirit. Together, the two girls play games, learn to cook in the stone kitchen of Homa’s warm home, wander through the colorful stalls of the Grand Bazaar, and share their ambitions of becoming “lion women.”
But their happiness is disrupted when Ellie and her mother are afforded the opportunity to return to their previous bourgeois life. Now a popular student at the best girls’ high school in Iran, Ellie’s memories of Homa begin to fade. Years later, however, her sudden reappearance in Ellie’s privileged world alters the course of both of their lives.
Together, the two young women come of age and pursue their own goals for meaningful futures. But as the political turmoil in Iran builds to a breaking point, one earth-shattering betrayal will have enormous consequences.
12:30pm-Bring your non-meat lunch. Drinks & dessert are provided
1:00pm-Book discussion
When: Monday, March 2 at 12:30pm
Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus
Cost: JCC Members only
For assistance registering: registrar@shalomraleigh.org
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Mar
1
2:30 PM14:30
J-Rays Year Round Swim Winter Session 2
Program Description: Join Coach Lori for conditioning and stroke instruction to stay in shape. Year round swim is open to both J-Rays swimmers and the general community.
Where: Optimist Park Pool, 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: Sundays, February 22-March 15
Cost: JCC Members–$130 / General Community–$165
Mar
1
1:00 PM13:00
PJ Purim at NCMA (SOLD OUT)
Program Description: Join us for a special Purim celebration at the North Carolina Museum of Art! Step into the story as we explore the extraordinary Esther Exhibit, a limited-time showcase you won't want to miss.
After our immersive tour designed for ages 5 and up, unleash your creativity with a special hands-on Purim craft. It's art, history, and holiday joy all in one unforgettable experience. Come celebrate with us!
Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: Sunday, March 1 from 1-3pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
This program is sold out.
Mar
1
11:00 AM11:00
PJ Purim at the Ballpark
Program Description: Celebrate Purim at the Purdue vs. Marist baseball game with PJ Library! The Purdue Boilermakers return to Holly Springs for their fifth straight season, hosting the Marist Red Foxes from Poughkeepsie, New York. Enjoy free admission and a PJ Library tailgate with Purim-friendly food before the game.
Where: Ting Stadium, North Main Athletic Complex, 101 Tennis Ct, Holly Springs, NC 27540
When: Sunday, March 1 from 11am-3pm
For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org
Click here to register.
Feb
27
12:30 PM12:30