Lag B'Omer Family Fun Day & BBQ
May
26
4:00 PM16:00

Lag B'Omer Family Fun Day & BBQ

Lag Baomer is the holiday of Jewish unity!

Get together with the community for some great kosher BBQ, sports, crafts and so much more!

There is something for everyone!

*Please bring a picnic blanket or beach chairs

Where? Lakefront Park, Glencoe

When? Sunday, March 26th, 4:00pm

Who? All are welcome! RSVP below

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From the Frontlines
May
30
7:00 PM19:00

From the Frontlines

OUR PERSONAL STORIES
FROM THE AIR & GROUND

Join us for an extraordinary evening with Major R and Captain T, two remarkable Israeli soldiers who embody courage, commitment, and unwavering dedication to their country and community.

Gain firsthand insight into their courage, resilience, and the realities of life in combat zones. Prepare to be inspired and moved by their stories of sacrifice, camaraderie, and unwavering dedication to their country!

Together, T and R are on a mission to enlighten and inspire by sharing their profound experiences and insights through a series of lectures across the United States.

Their presentations are enriched with immersive footage, including videos from T's Go-Pro, capturing hundreds of rescue missions, and R's cockpit cameras, offering a firsthand view of his aerial endeavors.

Major R: R embodies courage and commitment. A fighter pilot of remarkable skill, R completed 85 missions upon his return to Israel in October, showcasing his bravery and expertise.

R, currently a student at Northwestern Kellogg, chose to balance his academic pursuits with his military obligations.

Along with being a devoted husband and father to a one-year-old baby girl, he manages an intensive academic workload alongside the demands of military service.

Captain T: A leader both in the field and in academia, T made the critical decision to interrupt his studies at Northwestern Kellogg to serve his country.

As a commander in the elite search and rescue unit 669, T played a crucial role in the "Iron Swords" operation and participated in the operation to bring back hostages from capture.

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Ladies Paint Night
Jun
6
7:30 PM19:30

Ladies Paint Night

PAINT. SIP. RELAX.

Thursday, June 6th | 7:30PM

A relaxing evening of art and friendship. Create your own beautiful Shavuot-themed canvas guided by professional Israeli artist Rinat Melton while enjoying delicious Kosher Wine and cheesecake.

Address upon reservation.

Couvert: $25

RSVP below.

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Shavuot Celebration
Jun
12
5:00 PM17:00

Shavuot Celebration

Join us on the holiday of Shavuot (June 11-13) as we celebrate the giving of the Torah!

  • Hear the 10 commandments

  • Enjoy a dairy buffet & ice cream bar

  • Interactive children’s program & storytime

  • Outdoors (weather permitting)

  • (Yizkor service at 4:45pm)

It is on Shavuot that the entire Jewish nation stood at Mount Sinai and received the 10 commandments from G-d.

Each year on this day, we relive this experience by reading the section from the Torah describing the event.

Join us as we read the 10 commandments followed by a delicious dairy buffet and ice-cream party!

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From the Gangs, to Prison, to Judaism
Apr
5
6:00 PM18:00

From the Gangs, to Prison, to Judaism

Chabad of Glencoe invites you to 

“A Gang Member’s Journey from Prison to Judaism”

A community Shabbat dinner with Dr. Yehudah Pryce, DSW, MSW

Friday, April 5th 

6:00pm- Candlelight and Kabbalat Shabbat service

6:30pm- Shabbat dinner and Lecture

$36 couvert | $54 couple | $180 co-sponsor (includes 2 seats) 

Address upon registration. RSVP below.

Dr. Yehudah Pryce, DSW, MSW was a full participant in street warfare with rival gang members. Arrested as a teenager, Dr. Pryce served 16 years in prison, and eventually found his way to Judaism. Since his release in October of 2018, Yehudah completed his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, and obtained his Masters and Doctorate degrees in Social Work.

He now works as a clinical social worker for a collaborative court program for young adults in Orange County and as the senior director of mental health and well-being programs for a national non-profit organization. Additionally, Yehudah provides psychotherapy to individuals inside prison. He speaks at synogogues across the country about his journey from juvenile delinquency to Judaism; as well as the power of teshuvah and community, standing up against antisemitism, and the importance of the unbroken chain of indigenous Jewish tradition as it pertains to Jewish identity and Israel. Yehudah resides in Irvine, CA with his wife and four children. 

Dr. Yehudah Price will also be speaking at Chabad’s Kiddush Lunch at 12:00pm on April 6th (services will be held at 10:00am). 

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Purim in Israel
Mar
24
12:00 PM12:00

Purim in Israel

Purim in Israel! (In Glencoe…)

Join us for a grand Israeli-style Purim celebration in the heart of Glencoe!

At the celebration you will enjoy:

  • Camel Rides

  • A delicious Pita Bar lunch

  • Hamantaschen

  • Israeli-style shuk marketplace

  • Write a note and take a picture at the kotel

  • Fresh Jaffa juice press

  • Megillah Reading (12:00pm)

  • Costume Contest

  • For the entire family!

Open to the public. RSVP required. $15 Per person.

A Purim Celebration you don’t want to miss!

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Kids in the Kosher Kitchen
Jan
28
3:30 PM15:30

Kids in the Kosher Kitchen

Are you between the ages of 8 and 12 and like to cook? If so, this club is for you!

Kids in the Kitchen will transform your cooking interest into new skills. We’ll have fun making an array of kosher foods and learn about some great Jewish themes along the way!  

Give your child the joy of Kosher cooking in this 2-part series. 

Kids in the Kosher Kitchen is a unique culinary experience with a Jewish twist that offers cooking classes to children. This special program combines creativity, discovery, and education.

Sign up today! Sunday, January 28th from 3:30-4:30 pm.

RSVP for the location (in Glencoe).

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The Glencoe Chanukah Celebration
Dec
10
4:00 PM16:00

The Glencoe Chanukah Celebration

Sunday, December 10th, 4:00 pm - Writers Theatre.

Followed by the Grand Menorah Lighting at 4:45pm on the corner of Vernon Ave. and Tudor Court.

Join us this year for a:

  • Hand-on olive press workshop - for all ages!

  • A Giant Menorah lighting

  • Sufganiot (Chanukah donuts) and hot latkes

  • Free Chanukah giveaways

  • Songs and prayers for Israel

  • Chanukah crafts and games

  • Chocolate gelt

  • Live Music

  • So much more!

All in the heart of Glencoe, free of charge and open to all!

An event you don’t want to miss.

Simply fill out the form below and join the fun!

About the workshop: using fresh olives, your children will help to squeeze, distill and spin in a centrifuge. Once the pure olive oil is extracted, children will fashion wicks out of cotton wool and the Chanukah menorah will be lit traditionally.

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Kids in the Kosher Kitchen
Nov
19
3:30 PM15:30

Kids in the Kosher Kitchen

Are you between the ages of 8 and 12 and like to cook? If so, this club is for you!

Kids in the Kitchen will transform your cooking interest into new skills. We’ll have fun making an array of kosher foods and learn about some great Jewish themes along the way!  

Give your child the joy of Kosher cooking in this 2-part series. 

Kids in the Kosher Kitchen is a unique culinary experience with a Jewish twist that offers cooking classes to children. This special program combines creativity, discovery and education.

Sign up for week 2! Sunday, November 19th - Matzah ball soup.

RSVP for the location (in Glencoe).

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Mothers Helping Mothers
Nov
16
7:00 PM19:00

Mothers Helping Mothers

Join together with local women to support one another in these trying times while adding light to a child's life.  

Thursday, November 16th, at 7:00pm, RSVP for location.

  • Stuff plush Torahs and write cards to send to children in Israel who have been personally affected by terror. These Torahs and cards will accompany Chanukah gifts that will be purchased in Israel (opportunity to donate below).

  • Participate in a discussion on empowering ourselves as Jewish women during difficult circumstances. 

  • Enjoy pre-Chanukah cocktails and refreshments including sufganiyot- the traditional Chanukah jelly-filled donut. 

  • Invite your friends! This event is free of charge, though donations are appreciated to help with purchasing the gifts and supplies.

Questions? Reach out to deena@glencoechabad.com

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Sukkah World
Oct
6
12:30 PM12:30

Sukkah World

Sukkah World

The holiday of Sukkot is coming up, which means it’s time for more hands-on fun and Jewish learning at Chabad of Glencoe!

On Friday, October 6th we’ll be hosting a “Sukkah World” program for your child/ren to enjoy. The kids will be the architects for this special model town made completely of mini Sukkahs.

The program will begin with a pizza lunch, followed by learning about sukkah building and design. They will then use their knowledge to construct their own mini-sukkahs.

We’re also going to play the “Four Kinds Activity Challenge” where kids will complete challenges to decode a special message, and create a mega Lulav and Etrog set!

To top it off, the kids will get to decorate a “Unity Cake” celebrating the beauty of Jewish unity.

Join us in celebrating Sukkot with joyful Jewish experiences and memories to last a lifetime.

Ages 6-11.

$15 per child.

RSVP required.

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Sukkah Block Social
Oct
2
to Oct 4

Sukkah Block Social

Sukkah Block Social

This year,

WE’LL BRING THE SUKKAH TO YOU!

You bring your neighbors. We'll bring the fun!

Register to reserve a slot to have the Sukkah Mobile and Sukkot crafts brought to your block!

Hop onto a real mobile sukkah and get a chance to shake the lulav and etrog and enjoy exciting Sukkot crafts!

Simply fill out the form below to schedule a visit.

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Shofar & Tashlich in the Park
Sep
17
4:00 PM16:00

Shofar & Tashlich in the Park

AN EXPERIENCE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY!

You don’t want to miss out!

Join us for this short and inspiring Shofar and Tashlich Service, right here in Glencoe!

Followed by a children’s activity.

Individually packaged Rosh Hashanah goody bags will be distributed to all!

RSVP required.

(This is not in place of Rosh Hashana Prayer services.)

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High Holidays Services
Sep
15
to Sep 25

High Holidays Services

Celebrate the High Holidays with Chabad!

CELEBRATE HIGH HOLIDAYS 5784/2023 AT CHABAD!

High Holiday Services with meaning and melody!

The prayers are warm, the people are friendly and everyone feels at home.  

Whether your background in Jewish prayer and practice is extensive or limited, the services will leave you feeling enriched, connected, uplifted and energized to start your New Year in the most meaningful way.

Hebrew/English prayer books will be provided for the service.

At Chabad, everyone feels at home and welcome. No labels. No differences. Chabad is a home for every Jew. So join us for inspiring and meaningful High Holiday services.

No Affiliation necessary. Open to the public. RSVP appreciated.

All services are offered free of charge.

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The Glencoe Family Challah Bake
Aug
27
11:00 AM11:00

The Glencoe Family Challah Bake

We're taking your baking skills to the next level with some fun challah baking!

Mix the ingredients and shape your very own challahs to take home and bake!

  • Make your own challah from scratch.

  • Participate in a sweet pre-Rosh Hashanah activity.

  • All ages welcome - children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

  • $12 per person. Co-sponsor $180 (includes entry for 4). Sponsor $360 (includes entry for 6)

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The Glencoe Challah Shoppe
Jul
20
6:00 PM18:00

The Glencoe Challah Shoppe

Order fresh, home-baked, delicious challah with pickup right here in Glencoe!

All proceeds support the activities of Chabad of Glencoe.

Choose from Everything but the bagel challah, Classic challah, Poppy Seed challah, or Sweet Cinnamon challah 

Orders must be in by Wednesday, July 19th 7:00pm.

Pickup your fresh challahs on Thursday, July 20th between 6:00-7:00pm from 976 Oak Drive, Glencoe.

At this time we can only accommodate up to 4 challahs per order. Thank you for your understanding.

Stay tuned for future dates of ‘The Glencoe Challah Shoppe’.

(To have challah delivered to someone who is homebound please call/text 224-580-1744.)

PLACE YOUR ORDER TODAY!

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Shabbat Experience
Jul
14
6:30 PM18:30

Shabbat Experience

Experience a tranquil, tasty, and most enjoyable Shabbat.

Enjoy the Kiddush and Matzah balls, inspiring songs, and the chance to meet new and old local friends!

The program will begin with a Pre-Shabbat lecture “A Soul Beyond Bars”, by America’s favorite prison Rabbi, Rabbi Binyomin Scheiman.

The lecture will be followed by Kabbalat Shabbat and Shabbat dinner.

$36 per adult, $18 per child. Co-sponsor $180, $360.

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Shab-Baby
Jul
7
to Aug 4

Shab-Baby

Your little one will love this complete sensory Shabbat experience incorporating music, movement, challah baking and creative play. Everyone is part of the celebration as we include props and instruments to bring the joy of Shabbat to your child.

Fridays, 10:00-10:45am

July 7th, July 21st, and August 4th.

Ages 0-3.

The program will take place in the backyard of 976 Oak Drive, Glencoe.

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Shabbat Kids Club
Jun
3
10:45 AM10:45

Shabbat Kids Club

Shabbat Kids Club

Join us with your little ones on the first Saturday of each month for a fun and engaging Shabbat Kids Club! 

Songs, games, stories, snacks, and much more!

The club takes place at 976 Oak Drive during the Shabbat morning service. 10:45-11:45am

(June 3rd, July 1st, August 5th, September 2nd.)

We look forward to welcoming you! 

For more information feel free to reach out to Deena at 773-571-3126 deena@glencoechabad.com.

Please let us know below if you plan to attend. Walk-ins welcome.  

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Glencoe Shavuot Celebration
May
26
5:00 PM17:00

Glencoe Shavuot Celebration

friday, may 26TH 5:00pm

Join us on the holiday of Shavuot (May 25-27) as we celebrate the giving of the Torah!

  • Hear the 10 commandments

  • Enjoy a dairy buffet & ice cream bar

  • Interactive children’s program & story time

  • Fun ice cream making activity

  • Outdoors (weather permitting)

It is on Shavuot that the entire Jewish nation stood at Mount Sinai and received the 10 commandments from G-d.

Each year on this day, we relive this experience by reading the section from the Torah describing the event.

Join us as we read the 10 commandments followed by a delicious dairy buffet and ice-cream party!

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Pre-Shavuot Floral Workshop
May
23
7:00 PM19:00

Pre-Shavuot Floral Workshop

Join us for a pre-shavuot floral workshop, where you will:

  • Learn tips and tricks to create a unique and long lasting floral arrangement

  • Create your very own to bring home

  • Enjoy wine, cheese, and dairy desserts

  • Hear about the inner connection between women and Shavuot

  • Get to meet great friends!

Sign up before Tuesday May 16th and bring a friend or family member for half price!

Chabad of Glencoe brings together Jewish women from all ages and backgrounds to learn, laugh, experience and rejuvenate the mind, body and soul. Each of our sessions feature lively, meaningful discussions, a great do-it-yourself activity, delicacies to taste, a chance to socialize, and the opportunity to meet new friends.

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JUDA - Judaism Through the Arts
May
10
to Jun 7

JUDA - Judaism Through the Arts

This year - Give your child the JUDA experience! 

What is JUDA?  We are an  innovative, Jewish, educational after-school program.  We believe that children learn best through interactive experiences and hands-on discoveries.

 Children at JUDA are encouraged to ask questions and be an active participant in their Jewish journey. Explore Hebrew Language, Holidays, History, Culture and Community with good friends and teachers who are dedicated to bringing life into learning using our signature hands-on approach. 

MORE INFO:

Ages: 4-7

Dates and times: 

Wednesdays, 4:00-5:30pm.

Location: You will receive the location upon registration (in Glencoe).

Spring session: 05/10/23-06/07/23 - 5 classes

Tuition: $99 per child. Includes registration and fees. Sibling discount available. Tuition can be paid annually or monthly. Refer a child to receive a 10% discount. No child will be turned away due to lack of funds, contact us for scholarship information.

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Purim Under The Sea
Mar
7
5:00 PM17:00

Purim Under The Sea

Join us for a grand Purim celebration in the heart of Glencoe!

The theme of this year’s celebration is Purim ‘Under the Sea’.

At the celebration you will enjoy:

  • A Giant Bubble Show

  • A delicious Sushi Bar & Dinner

  • Hamentash Baking

  • Megilling Reading (4:30pm)

  • Costume Contest

  • For the entire family!

Open to the public. RSVP required. Adults: $15 children: $10.

A Purim Celebration you don’t want to miss!

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JUDA - Judaism Through the Arts
Jan
9
to Mar 27

JUDA - Judaism Through the Arts

This year - Give your child the JUDA experience! 

What is JUDA?  We are an  innovative, Jewish, educational after-school program.  We believe that children learn best through interactive experiences and hands-on discoveries.

 Children at JUDA are encouraged to ask questions and be an active participant in their Jewish journey. Explore Hebrew Language, Holidays, History, Culture and Community with good friends and teachers who are dedicated to bringing life into learning using our signature hands-on approach. 

MORE INFO:

Ages: 3-10

Dates and times: 

Mondays, 4:00-5:30pm (ages 7-10)

Wednesdays, 4:00-5:30pm (ages 3-6).

Location: You will receive the location upon registration (in Glencoe).

Fall session: 09/07/22-12/07/22 - 10 classes

Tuition: $199 per child. Early bird special $179 (ends August 7th). Includes registration and fees. Sibling discount available. Tuition can be paid annually or monthly. Refer a child to receive a 10% discount. No child will be turned away due to lack of funds, contact us for scholarship information.

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