Program Description: The Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh invites you to join us for an evening of conversation, connection, and learning about the work happening across our community and the opportunities that lie ahead. 

We will share insights and data from our partnerships with Jewish Federations of North America and the Leon Levine Foundation, offering a deeper look at the evolving needs, interests, and opportunities in Greater Raleigh and the Triangle. 

You'll also have the chance to meet members of the Jewish Federation leadership team, including Gidon Peretz, our new Director of Social Services, and Deborah K. Rosenzweig, our Board of Trustees President, as well as our Strategic Advisor, Eric Robbins and learn more about the people helping to shape and support our community. 

Most importantly, we want to hear from you. What do you value most about Jewish life in Greater Raleigh? What needs do you see today? What would you like the Jewish Federation to focus on in the years ahead? Your voice and perspective are essential as we plan for the future together. 

Whether you've been involved with the Jewish Federation for years or are simply curious to learn more, we hope you'll join us. Together, we can continue creating meaningful connections, providing care where it's needed most, and building a Jewish community where everyone can thrive.

Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus

When: Sunday, October 25 at 7pm

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Program Description: Let’s celebrate October with a fun playground playdate! The kids can play together while their adults enjoy some time outside and catch up.

Where: Harris Lake County Park Playground, 2112 County Park Drive, New Hill, NC 27562

When: Sunday, October 18 from 2-3:30pm

For more information: pjlibrary@shalomraleigh.org

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When: Sunday, September 27th from 10:30AM to 12PM

Where: Wendell Community Park

Description: Celebrate Sukkot at Wendell Community Park! PJ Library invites families to celebrate Sukkot with a fun craft, a Sukkot story, snacks and more to create, play, celebrate, and connect with other families!

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Program Description:

Welcome the Jewish New Year with creativity and connection!

Families will design personalized Hebrew charm bracelets, with each charm representing themes of Rosh Hashanah—new beginnings, sweetness, and reflection.

Enjoy engaging stories that bring the holiday to life and inspire meaningful conversation. A wonderful opportunity to craft, connect, and celebrate together.

When: Sunday, September 20 from3pm-4:30pm

Where: Hunt Recreation Center, 301 Stinson Ave, Holly Springs 27540

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PJ Rosh Hashanah at the North Caroline Museum of Art

When: Sunday, September 20 from 10:30am-12:30pm

Where: North Carolina Museum of Art

Description: Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with PJ Library at the North Carolina Museum of Art! Join us for a fun, family-friendly experience filled with creativity, connection, and opportunities to welcome the Jewish New Year together. Come explore, celebrate, and start the year off sweetly with PJ Library!

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Program Description: Meet up with your PJ Library friends at Rolesville Main Street Park for a morning of fun in the sun playing on the playground and connecting with other families!

Where: Main Street Park, 200 S Main St, Rolesville, NC 27571

When: Sunday, August 23 from 10am-12pm

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

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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: Po House Farm, 2300 Richardson Road, Apex, NC 27502

When: Sunday, August 16 from 10am-12pm

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

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Program Description: Meet up with your PJ Library friends at Millbrook Exchange park for a morning of fun in the sun playing on the playground and connecting with other families!

Where: Millbrook Exchange Park, 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615

When: Sunday, July 26 from 10am-12pm

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

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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

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Program Description: Kick off summer with water-filled fun at the splash pad! Bring swimsuits, towels, and sunshine-ready smiles.

Where: Jack Smith Park Splashpad, 9725 Penny Rd, Raleigh 27606

When: Sunday, June 28 from 10am-12pm

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

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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 5-6:45pm

Pool Safety:

• Children who cannot swim independently must be in the pool with their parents, within arms reach.

• To learn more about our Pool rules, click here.

• To learn more about our swim testing policies, click here.

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.

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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

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Program Description: Celebrate the Festival of Lights with PJ Library! Join us for a warm and joyful Hanukkah party designed especially for young children and their families. Enjoy classic Hanukkah treats like latkes and sufganiyot, get creative with holiday crafts and hands-on activities, and gather for a cozy PJ Library story time that brings the Hanukkah magic to life. This is the perfect way to celebrate the season, meet other PJ Library families, and create lasting memories together. Everyone is welcome–bring your holiday spirit and get ready to shine!

Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus

When: Sunday, December 21 from 10-11:30am

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

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Program Description: Join us for a joyful community celebration of Sukkot with PJ Library! Families are invited to experience the beauty of the holiday through hands-on activities and crafts connected to the themes of Sukkot. Step inside the sukkah to shake the lulav and etrog, learn their special meaning, and enjoy festive snacks together. This program is designed for families with young children and is a wonderful way to connect with the traditions of Sukkot as a community.

As part of our celebration, there will be a special PJ Library Book Exchange! Families are encouraged to bring PJ Library books they've already enjoyed and would like to pass along. A dedicated table will be set up where you can donate your gently used PJ books and choose new stories to take home. All books must be in good condition so they can be enjoyed by another family. 

Where: David R. Kahn Community Campus

When: Sunday, October 12 from 10-11:30am

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

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Program Description: Let’s welcome the year 5786 with a Rosh Hashanah Walk — a special outdoor tour to celebrate the new year and discover the sweet story behind honey! 

Don’t forget to bring a stroller if you need one!

We’ll gather at 10:30 AM at the Welcome Center of the North Carolina Museum of Art, then head to the apiary to explore the world of bees with Bee Downtown. You’ll learn fascinating facts about bees, taste delicious honey, and even make your own beeswax candles.

It’s a unique and meaningful way to begin the new year together — surrounded by nature, art, and sweetness. We hope you’ll join us! 

Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607

When: Sunday, September 28 from 10:30am-1pm

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

This program is sold out. For questions, please contact stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org.

Program Description: Come cool off and connect with fellow downtown Raleigh PJ Library families! There will be ice cream/popsicles and drinks to enjoy as we enjoy the last of summer days. Please wear water appropriate attire and be prepared for fun in the sun!

Where: John Chavis Park Splashpad, 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27601

When: Sunday, August 17 from 3-5pm

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

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Program Description: Come have fun with your PJ Library friends and explore the newly opened Gibson Play Plaza! Let's meet close to the Fountain Plaza, which is described as a "grand stair with amphitheater-like seating that leads down to the civic plaza with its interactive waterfall wall and splash pad."

Feel free to have children (and adults!) wear bathing suits, as well as bring a towel and change of clothes. We will have snacks and popsicles to cool off!

We suggest parking in Lot G, off of Lake Wheeler Road.

Where: Gibson Play Plaza, Dorothea Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603

When: Sunday, August 3 from 10am-12pm

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

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Program Description: Join us for a fun-filled family gathering at Pleasant Park! Bring your little ones to enjoy playtime at the splash pad, tasty snacks, and a sweet storytime together. It's a great way to cool off, connect with other families, and make joyful memories!

Where: Pleasant Park Forest Shelter, 3400 Pleasant Plns Rd, Apex, NC 27502

When: Sunday, July 27 from 10am-12pm

For more information: stefanie.shapiro@shalomraleigh.org

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