North Shore Congregation Israel

The best kind of art projects are edible ones! Join us for an afternoon of cookie decorating at the North Shore’s newest bakery. Sugarcoated Bakery, 479 Central Ave, Highland Park Cost is $20. Please let us know of any food allergies.

Join Rabbi Geffen in studying a selection of the most well-known or important sugiyot (Talmudic discussions) scattered throughout a variety of Talmudic tractates. No experience necessary. Texts will be provided.

Israel National Holy Days - Jewish Space and Time This two-part series will look at how, in its early years, the State of Israel created sacred space on Mt. Herzl in Jerusalem, as well as a series of three Holy Days to commemorate and remember the Shoah (Yom HaShoah ve HaGevurah), the heavy price of our fallen soldiers (Yom HaZikaron), and to celebrate independence (Yom Ha'Atzmaut). In the first session, we will explore the three sections of Mt. Herzl (also known as the Mountain of Memory/Har HaZikaron) - the graves of the founder of political Zionism, Theodor Herzl and many of our political leaders, the Yad Vashem memorial to the victims of the Shoah, and the military cemetery which reminds us of the heavy price of Jewish sovereignty. The second session will explore the significance of the new sacred space of Mt. Herzl and the importance of the three national Holy Days in order to truly understand contemporary Israeli society.

Does someone in your family have a drug/alcohol/behavioral problem? Do you feel isolated, confused or in need of support? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Families Anonymous is a Twelve Step Program for people concerned about drug/alcohol abuse and behavioral problems of a relative. Please park in the south parking lot. Please email mopeters21@gmail.com or call 847.738.1919 for information.

1 Ticket - 6 Nights - 9 Films. Celebrate Israel with six nights of exclusive, award winning new films, available to view from the comfort of home via your TV, computer or mobile devices. Watch at jewishfilmfests.com

Do you struggle with addiction? Do you want or need support? Typically hosted at North Shore Congregation Israel, these weekly meetings will be held online in a closed session until further notice. AA is an anonymous Twelve Step Program for people who struggle with alcohol or other substances. Please park in the south parking lot. Please email mopeters21@gmail.com or call 847.738.1919 for information.

Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for adults interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Rabbi Daniels will co-host this class with clergy from other local Reform congregations. To register and pay, please visit

1 Ticket - 6 Nights - 9 Films. Celebrate Israel with six nights of exclusive, award winning new films, available to view from the comfort of home via your TV, computer or mobile devices. Watch at jewishfilmfests.com

1 Ticket - 6 Nights - 9 Films. Celebrate Israel with six nights of exclusive, award winning new films, available to view from the comfort of home via your TV, computer or mobile devices. Watch at jewishfilmfests.com

For many, many years NSCI’s teens have participated in a special program we call KARAV, an event that’s planned and implemented entirely by teens for teens. It’s been a much-needed chance to step away from our regular routines and stresses to hang out with friends and even learn a little bit too.

oin us for a more in depth conversation with and opportunity to ask questions of Midwest Israel Consul General Yinam Cohen over an Israeli-style Shabbat dinner. Advance registration by Wednesday May 4 is required to attend. Dinner cost is $15 per person.

1 Ticket - 6 Nights - 9 Films. Celebrate Israel with six nights of exclusive, award winning new films, available to view from the comfort of home via your TV, computer or mobile devices. Watch at jewishfilmfests.com

For many, many years NSCI’s teens have participated in a special program we call KARAV, an event that’s planned and implemented entirely by teens for teens. It’s been a much-needed chance to step away from our regular routines and stresses to hang out with friends and even learn a little bit too.