MY GO-TO PLACE LAKEVIEW

Give Comfort and Care to Families in Need

TUESDAY, January 20, 2026 • 1 pm

Help us pack welcome bags for families moving into Ronald McDonald House. We’ll also learn about empowering volunteer roles you can play at CJE through our Volunteer Services Manager, Julie Han.

This Gather and Give Back program offers a rewarding opportunity to make an impact in your community.

Registration required. Free. Open to all.

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Anshe Emet Synagogue
3751 North Broadway
Chicago, Il 60613

For more information, email community.engagement@cje.net

More Than Machines

TUESDAY, February 17, 2025 • 11 am

Why Your Voice Still Matters in a Digital Age

Smart technology is showing up everywhere — in doctor’s offices, on our phones, in customer service. How do these automated systems affect your everyday life and how can you be sure they won’t replace your human connections? Join Catherine Samatas, CJE’s Director of Business Development, as we explore how technology can support you without changing your relationships.

Registration required. Free. Open to all.

Register for February 17 >>>

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Anshe Emet Synagogue
3751 North Broadway
Chicago, Il 60613

For more information, email community.engagement@cje.net

From Sinai to Seinfeld–Jews And Their Jokes

THURSDAYS, December 11, 18; January 8, 15, 22, 29

Join CJE SeniorLife and Anshe Emet in discovering the heart and humor of Jewish life in this lively and thought-provoking course that celebrates the wit, wisdom, and resilience of the Jewish people.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Humor is an integral part of the Jewish soul, offering us the ability to laugh at our own tragedies, concerns, and preoccupations.
In 10 sessions, this course reveals a treasure of irresistible Jewish jokes, wit, and wisdom. From the ancient Israelites’ relationship with God to our contemporary cultural and religious divisions, there’s a Jewish joke for every moment, every thought, and every issue. Delving deeply into Jewish comedy — from Fanny Brice and Lenny Bruce to Mel Brooks, Seinfeld, and Sarah Silverman — this course invites learners to analyze and interpret the evolving values of the Jewish people that are deeply embedded in their comedic expression.
This course takes a serious look at being Jewish—and being funny.

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