Duties of the Heart with Rabbi Geiger

Sundays, 3:00-4:00 pm

April 7 & May 5

Benjamin & Anna E. Wiesman Family Reception Room - 333 S 132nd Street

Rabbi Geiger of Beth Israel Synagogue continues to guide you on a spiritual journey using “Duties of the Heart by Bahya ibn Paguda” to lead the way. He characterizes this work as “a timeless masterpiece that delves into profound teachings of faith, gratitude, and trust. Rooted in logic and philosophy, these principles are meticulously woven into the fabric of Torah teachings.” The session will continue on the first Sunday of every month, during which time Rabbi Geiger will bring his personal understanding and insights and invite you to participate in the discussion. Please join him. No registration required.

J-Serve: The International Day of Jewish Youth Service

Sunday, April 14

Arrive at the JCC at 12:30 pm

Pick up from the JCC at 3:15 pm

Attention all Jewish youth ages 12-18! You are invited to work together, practicing Tikkun Olam during J-Serve: The International Day of Jewish Youth Service. This year, we will be volunteering as a community with the Volunteer in Parks organization. There will be giveaways and prizes, and you can also earn service hours for school if needed.

Jewish Business Leaders

Bagels and Business Breakfast

featured speaker David Gilinsky,

Principal at Bergman Incentives

Friday, April 19 | 7:30 - 9 am

Happy Hollow Club - 1701 S 105th St

For the past 30+ years, David Gilinsky has been an owner and leader at Bergman Incentives, a company specializing in corporate branded solutions including promotional merchandise and branded apparel. The business is one of the few remaining Omaha businesses which spans five consecutive generations. And Bergman has kept its roots firmly planted in the values of the company’s rich history while remaining adaptive and agile to serve its growing roster of clients.

Please send inquiries to Jay Katelman at jkatelman@jewishomaha.org, and you’ll receive an application that must be completed by April 26, 2024.

Apply Now!

Horizon Young Adults Seminar

September 17-23, 2024 | Budapest

The PARTNESHIP2GETHER HORIZON Young Adults Seminar is for young adults (25-45) who feel the urge and desire to take a short break from their daily routine to explore their Jewish identity. Together with peers from 16 other U.S. partner communities, Israel, and Budapest, we will gather for lectures and workshops. We will visit unique tourist sites in Budapest, participate in inspirational meetings, and have a good time. Lifetime friendships will be made.

Requirements:

• You must be 25-45 years old

• A member of the Omaha community

• Donor to the campaign and in good standing

Sponsored by THE MEYERS FAMILY LEGACY OF LAUGHTER ENDOWMENT FUND of The Jewish Federation of Omaha Foundation

LOL presents comedian Rocky LaPorte

Sunday, April 28 | 3-5 pm

Shirley and Leonard Goldstein Community Engagement Venue - 333 S 132nd St

Rocky LaPorte will ROCK the room with laughter! Streetwiseguy with his famous Brooklyn accent is coming to Omaha to make you laugh your Blumkin off! Come see Rocky LaPorte, comedian, film actor and Comedy Central award winner. The laughs are free, and so are the refreshments.

ELC Family FUNdraiser Night

Tuesday, May 7 | 5-6:30 pm

Pennie Z. Davis Early Learning Center -

337 S 132nd St

The ELC Parent Committee is excited to host the first Family FUNdraiser Night on May 7th! This event will connect ELC families to one another, share information about what happens at the JCC, and raise money to support the ELC teachers by providing the school with additional resources to enhance student experiences. Learn more

Generously sponsored by:

Jewish Federation of Omaha

Jewish Federation of Omaha Foundation: Herbert Goldsten Scholarship Fund, Ann Goldstein Education Programming Endowment Fund, and Klutznick Fund

Accommodations provided by Chabad of Nebraska

Introducing Tapestry

The Jewish Federation of Omaha is excited to share the beginning of a new annual initiative we are calling Tapestry: A Celebration of Jewish Learning. This year, Tapestry will take place Friday, May 31st - Sunday, June 9th and will feature guest scholar, Rabbi Joseph Telushkin.

Tapestry is an investment into strengthening our Omaha community’s Jewish literacy. Each year, The Jewish Federation of Omaha will bring a Jewish scholar to Omaha to collaborate with our congregations, JFO agencies, and partner organizations. Each host organization/agency will customize their own program during this ten-day period of learning. Learn more

SAVE the DATE

Yom HaZikaron

Monday, May 13

Benjamin & Anna E. Wiesman Family Reception Room - 333 S 132nd Street

Join Community Shlicha Mika Mizrahi for a presentation and photo display commemorating Israeli fallen soldiers.

Yom Ha'Atzmaut

Wednesday, May 15

Staenberg Omaha JCC Gymnasium -

333 S 132nd Street

The community is invited to the JFO's annual celebration of Israel's Independence day.