High Holidays 5787
The High Holidays are a time for prayer, introspection, joy, and community. We are preparing to meet the challenge of making meaning out of every moment. Click the button below to reserve High Holiday Pass(es) and to participate in the High Holiday Security Donation. A complete list of High Holiday Service times provided below as […]
Shabbat Davening Class - Starts Wednesday, September 9, 2026: Registration is now closed.
Join Hazzan Barbara Barnett as she leads a Shabbat Davening class. Whether you want to follow along with confidence, sing every niggun with the kahal, or step up to lead Kabbalat Shabbat, Shacharit, Torah service or Musaf yourself — this class builds the skills for it. We'll work through Friday night and Shabbat morning davening […]
Shir Hadash Kabbalat Shabbat followed by a Potluck dinner - Friday, August 28, 2026
Join us for soulful, songful, lay-led Kabbalat Shabbat. Come fill the air with song. Service will be held outside at Beth Shalom weather permitting. Kosher dairy potluck dinner held in the Samuel & Minnie Hyman Ballroom. We kindly ask you to follow the Beth Shalom potluck kashrut guidelines. CLICK HERE for potluck guidelines.
Shabbat Shi'ur: How to Confront Antizionism - Saturday, August 29, 2026
In recent years, end especially since October 7, Israelis and Jews have faced vicious attacks around the world-some verbal, some violent. Jewish Squirrel Hill native, writer and influencer Boaz Munro will share what he has learned about how to respond. Prepare for a dynamic, interactive training unlike any other you’ve experienced. Questions? Contact Shari Woldenberg […]
2026 High Holiday Pass Order Form
Members in “good standing” may request a High Holiday Pass for everyone in their household, at no charge. You may also request a pass for other adult family members not living in your household by filling out the form below - charges may apply. See details below. If you have any questions, please contact Robert […]
Jewish Heritage Night - Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Questions? Contact us at info@bethshalompgh.org.
Tish'ah BeAv - Wednesday, July 22, 2026
The ninth day of the the month of Av is the most mournful day of the Jewish year, a container for virtually every tragedy that has occurred in our history. The whole community is invited to join Rabbi Adelson and Rabbi Freedman as they facilitate a discussion titled “Survive or Thrive: How the Jews have […]
Summer Parashah Study - Thursdays
Join us Thursday evenings this summer as we uncover deeper meanings of the weekly parashah (Torah portion) led by Rabbi Seth Adelson and Danielle Kranjec. Thursdays | 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.June 25, 2026 - August 6, 2026*Congregation Beth Shalom*No class on July 23, 2026 To register, complete the online form below. Please write Shari […]
Visiting Cultural Ambassador Michael Goldwasser - Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9, 2026
Join us to learn from internationally-known record producer Michael Goldwasser as he speaks about his career in reggae and how it relates to his Judaism. Schedule of events below. May 8, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. - Dub Side of the JewHomestead Hebrew Chapel Michael speaks on his personal journey as a rabbi's son who became […]
Counting the Omer Yoga - Last Class Sunday, May 17, 2026
A 7-week series exploring spiritual renewal through movement. Led by Cantor Julie Newman and Edie Raphael. Join us as we journey from Passover to Shavuot. Sundays 10:00 a.m. at Congregation Beth ShalomApril 5, 2026 – May 17, 2026 Apr 5: Hesed/Loving KindnessApr 12: Gevurah/Judgment & Wise LimitsApr 19: Tiferet/Balance & creativityApr 26: Netzach/Effort & eternityMay […]