Upcoming events.
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Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Hide and Seek
Ariela Sharon Yomtovian is leading a storytelling workshop! Hide and Seek, a journey into the story of Adam and Eve, is a 6 part series, open to all, that will explore how we interact with Jewish text. Our time will be spent getting to know the story's characters and observing the way we relate to them. When we gather, we will focus on the way we connect to the text and why. We will use various art mediums to reveal aspects of the story and of ourselves that we may have not noticed before. The hope is that everyone who participates walks away with a new perspective on the story of Adam and Eve and with a whole bag of helpful resources to use when engaging with other Jewish sources.
Spaces are limited — register HERE.
Meets on the following Thursdays from 6:00-7:30pm: November 6, November 13, November 20, December 4, December 11, December 18
Location: Gottlieb Auditorium @B'nai Jeshurun Congregation
About Ariela Sharon Yomtovian
Ariela Sharon Yomtovian is passionate about finding harmony between her Jewishness, Womaness, and Humanness. Through building a relationship with the Divine, she believes that we can live fuller and more meaningful lives. She has dipped her toes in many different worlds of Jewish practice and is committed to finding God in all things.
Ariela has been a Jewish Educator and Women's Health Advisor for the past 10 years. She is also an Herbalist, Bodyworker and Birth Keeper. She has studied at the Hadar Institute, The Eden Center, ArborVitae, Kabbalah Experience, Manzanita Wellness, and Birthing from Within. Through her work with the Jewish Learning Collaborative, she offers one on one learning as well as coaching to new educators. Ariela is dedicated to exploring how we can root in ancient Jewish wisdom while bringing in our own life experiences. She has taught in collaboration with Imeinu Doulas, Moishe House, The Jewish Studio Project, Brandeis Camp Institute, The School of Living Jewishly, At the Well, Hazon, Atiq and more.
Ariela lives in University Heights with her husband and 4 daughters.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Grief Support Group
We offer a grief support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse. Facilitated by experienced mental health and grief social worker, Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S and Rabbi Alex Rosenbaum.
Meeting on the following Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30pm:
November 11
November 18
December 2
December 9
December 16
December 23
Topics we will cover include: understanding grief, normalizing emotions, coping strategies, dealing with holidays, self-care, finding meaning and purpose, and moving forward.
(JWell's grief support group for people mourning the loss of a parent will meet in late winter/early spring. Dates to come)
Meetings will be held at B'nai Jeshurun in the Minyan Breakfast Room.
If you are interested in joining us, sign up HERE and we will get back to you shortly.
Hide and Seek
Hide and Seek, a journey into the story of Adam and Eve, is a 6 part series, open to all, that will explore how we interact with Jewish text. Our time will be spent getting to know the story's characters and observing the way we relate to them. When we gather, we will focus on the way we connect to the text and why. We will use various art mediums to reveal aspects of the story and of ourselves that we may have not noticed before. The hope is that everyone who participates walks away with a new perspective on the story of Adam and Eve and with a whole bag of helpful resources to use when engaging with other Jewish sources.
Spaces are limited — register HERE.
Meets on the following Thursdays from 6:00-7:30pm: November 6, November 13, November 20, December 4, December 11, December 18
Location: Gottlieb Auditorium @B'nai Jeshurun Congregation
About Ariela Sharon Yomtovian
Ariela Sharon Yomtovian is passionate about finding harmony between her Jewishness, Womaness, and Humanness. Through building a relationship with the Divine, she believes that we can live fuller and more meaningful lives. She has dipped her toes in many different worlds of Jewish practice and is committed to finding God in all things.
Ariela has been a Jewish Educator and Women's Health Advisor for the past 10 years. She is also an Herbalist, Bodyworker and Birth Keeper. She has studied at the Hadar Institute, The Eden Center, ArborVitae, Kabbalah Experience, Manzanita Wellness, and Birthing from Within. Through her work with the Jewish Learning Collaborative, she offers one on one learning as well as coaching to new educators. Ariela is dedicated to exploring how we can root in ancient Jewish wisdom while bringing in our own life experiences. She has taught in collaboration with Imeinu Doulas, Moishe House, The Jewish Studio Project, Brandeis Camp Institute, The School of Living Jewishly, At the Well, Hazon, Atiq and more.
Ariela lives in University Heights with her husband and 4 daughters.
Kavvanah Minyan
Our Shabbat liturgy is a rich collection of religious poetry, of deep yearnings of the heart, of individual and communal hopes and dreams for this world. Experience the joy of Shabbat as we bring the siddur to life. Engage in deep self-reflection, meaningful prayer and uplifting song! Join Rabbi Alex in Gottlieb Auditorium for this 90-minute alternative wellness service every month.
What can you expect from a Kavvvanah Minyan service?
Kavvanah Minyan is an intimate and interactive service that brings people together from across the Cleveland Jewish community — all are welcome. (A kids’ play/pray space is set up in the room for any families who want to join us!)
As you come in, grab the handouts from the welcome table, and then come inside for a refreshing cup of coffee/tea, available throughout the service. Peruse the art, introduce yourself to a neighbor, and find a seat!
We begin with a niggun, a wordless melody.
Pesukei D’Zimra (introductory prayers): We engage in a gratitude exercise based on Birkot Hashachar (traditional blessings of the morning), followed by different prayers to melodies both old and new. We conclude Pesukei D’Zimra with a mindfulness practice, inspired by Nishmat Kol Chai (a prayer that uplifts breath as a vehicle for praise)
Shacharit (morning prayer service): We recite and sing the core prayers (Shema, Amidah, and the blessings around them)
Torah Service: We engage in chevruta study — looking at passages from the weekly Torah portion in small groups, discussing their meaning and connection to our lives. We discuss as a group, and then we conclude our Torah Service with a prayer for healing.
Musaf: As Musaf is literally an “additional” offering of prayers (and historically, sacrifices), we turn to alternative readings, poems, and art based on the theme of Kavvanah Minyan that day. We conclude services with Aleinu, Mourner’s Kaddish, and Adon Olam.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Grief Support Group
We offer a grief support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse. Facilitated by experienced mental health and grief social worker, Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S and Rabbi Alex Rosenbaum.
Meeting on the following Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30pm:
November 11
November 18
December 2
December 9
December 16
December 23
Topics we will cover include: understanding grief, normalizing emotions, coping strategies, dealing with holidays, self-care, finding meaning and purpose, and moving forward.
(JWell's grief support group for people mourning the loss of a parent will meet in late winter/early spring. Dates to come)
Meetings will be held at B'nai Jeshurun in the Minyan Breakfast Room.
If you are interested in joining us, sign up HERE and we will get back to you shortly.
Hide and Seek
Hide and Seek, a journey into the story of Adam and Eve, is a 6 part series, open to all, that will explore how we interact with Jewish text. Our time will be spent getting to know the story's characters and observing the way we relate to them. When we gather, we will focus on the way we connect to the text and why. We will use various art mediums to reveal aspects of the story and of ourselves that we may have not noticed before. The hope is that everyone who participates walks away with a new perspective on the story of Adam and Eve and with a whole bag of helpful resources to use when engaging with other Jewish sources.
Spaces are limited — register HERE.
Meets on the following Thursdays from 6:00-7:30pm: November 6, November 13, November 20, December 4, December 11, December 18
Location: Gottlieb Auditorium @B'nai Jeshurun Congregation
About Ariela Sharon Yomtovian
Ariela Sharon Yomtovian is passionate about finding harmony between her Jewishness, Womaness, and Humanness. Through building a relationship with the Divine, she believes that we can live fuller and more meaningful lives. She has dipped her toes in many different worlds of Jewish practice and is committed to finding God in all things.
Ariela has been a Jewish Educator and Women's Health Advisor for the past 10 years. She is also an Herbalist, Bodyworker and Birth Keeper. She has studied at the Hadar Institute, The Eden Center, ArborVitae, Kabbalah Experience, Manzanita Wellness, and Birthing from Within. Through her work with the Jewish Learning Collaborative, she offers one on one learning as well as coaching to new educators. Ariela is dedicated to exploring how we can root in ancient Jewish wisdom while bringing in our own life experiences. She has taught in collaboration with Imeinu Doulas, Moishe House, The Jewish Studio Project, Brandeis Camp Institute, The School of Living Jewishly, At the Well, Hazon, Atiq and more.
Ariela lives in University Heights with her husband and 4 daughters.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Grief Support Group
We offer a grief support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse. Facilitated by experienced mental health and grief social worker, Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S and Rabbi Alex Rosenbaum.
Meeting on the following Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30pm:
November 11
November 18
December 2
December 9
December 16
December 23
Topics we will cover include: understanding grief, normalizing emotions, coping strategies, dealing with holidays, self-care, finding meaning and purpose, and moving forward.
(JWell's grief support group for people mourning the loss of a parent will meet in late winter/early spring. Dates to come)
Meetings will be held at B'nai Jeshurun in the Minyan Breakfast Room.
If you are interested in joining us, sign up HERE and we will get back to you shortly.
Hide and Seek
Hide and Seek, a journey into the story of Adam and Eve, is a 6 part series, open to all, that will explore how we interact with Jewish text. Our time will be spent getting to know the story's characters and observing the way we relate to them. When we gather, we will focus on the way we connect to the text and why. We will use various art mediums to reveal aspects of the story and of ourselves that we may have not noticed before. The hope is that everyone who participates walks away with a new perspective on the story of Adam and Eve and with a whole bag of helpful resources to use when engaging with other Jewish sources.
Spaces are limited — register HERE.
Meets on the following Thursdays from 6:00-7:30pm: November 6, November 13, November 20, December 4, December 11, December 18
Location: Gottlieb Auditorium @B'nai Jeshurun Congregation
About Ariela Sharon Yomtovian
Ariela Sharon Yomtovian is passionate about finding harmony between her Jewishness, Womaness, and Humanness. Through building a relationship with the Divine, she believes that we can live fuller and more meaningful lives. She has dipped her toes in many different worlds of Jewish practice and is committed to finding God in all things.
Ariela has been a Jewish Educator and Women's Health Advisor for the past 10 years. She is also an Herbalist, Bodyworker and Birth Keeper. She has studied at the Hadar Institute, The Eden Center, ArborVitae, Kabbalah Experience, Manzanita Wellness, and Birthing from Within. Through her work with the Jewish Learning Collaborative, she offers one on one learning as well as coaching to new educators. Ariela is dedicated to exploring how we can root in ancient Jewish wisdom while bringing in our own life experiences. She has taught in collaboration with Imeinu Doulas, Moishe House, The Jewish Studio Project, Brandeis Camp Institute, The School of Living Jewishly, At the Well, Hazon, Atiq and more.
Ariela lives in University Heights with her husband and 4 daughters.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Grief Support Group
We offer a grief support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse. Facilitated by experienced mental health and grief social worker, Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S and Rabbi Alex Rosenbaum.
Meeting on the following Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30pm:
November 11
November 18
December 2
December 9
December 16
December 23
Topics we will cover include: understanding grief, normalizing emotions, coping strategies, dealing with holidays, self-care, finding meaning and purpose, and moving forward.
(JWell's grief support group for people mourning the loss of a parent will meet in late winter/early spring. Dates to come)
Meetings will be held at B'nai Jeshurun in the Minyan Breakfast Room.
If you are interested in joining us, sign up HERE and we will get back to you shortly.
Hide and Seek
Hide and Seek, a journey into the story of Adam and Eve, is a 6 part series, open to all, that will explore how we interact with Jewish text. Our time will be spent getting to know the story's characters and observing the way we relate to them. When we gather, we will focus on the way we connect to the text and why. We will use various art mediums to reveal aspects of the story and of ourselves that we may have not noticed before. The hope is that everyone who participates walks away with a new perspective on the story of Adam and Eve and with a whole bag of helpful resources to use when engaging with other Jewish sources.
Spaces are limited — register HERE.
Meets on the following Thursdays from 6:00-7:30pm: November 6, November 13, November 20, December 4, December 11, December 18
Location: Gottlieb Auditorium @B'nai Jeshurun Congregation
About Ariela Sharon Yomtovian
Ariela Sharon Yomtovian is passionate about finding harmony between her Jewishness, Womaness, and Humanness. Through building a relationship with the Divine, she believes that we can live fuller and more meaningful lives. She has dipped her toes in many different worlds of Jewish practice and is committed to finding God in all things.
Ariela has been a Jewish Educator and Women's Health Advisor for the past 10 years. She is also an Herbalist, Bodyworker and Birth Keeper. She has studied at the Hadar Institute, The Eden Center, ArborVitae, Kabbalah Experience, Manzanita Wellness, and Birthing from Within. Through her work with the Jewish Learning Collaborative, she offers one on one learning as well as coaching to new educators. Ariela is dedicated to exploring how we can root in ancient Jewish wisdom while bringing in our own life experiences. She has taught in collaboration with Imeinu Doulas, Moishe House, The Jewish Studio Project, Brandeis Camp Institute, The School of Living Jewishly, At the Well, Hazon, Atiq and more.
Ariela lives in University Heights with her husband and 4 daughters.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Grief Support Group
We offer a grief support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse. Facilitated by experienced mental health and grief social worker, Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S and Rabbi Alex Rosenbaum.
Meeting on the following Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30pm:
November 11
November 18
December 2
December 9
December 16
December 23
Topics we will cover include: understanding grief, normalizing emotions, coping strategies, dealing with holidays, self-care, finding meaning and purpose, and moving forward.
(JWell's grief support group for people mourning the loss of a parent will meet in late winter/early spring. Dates to come)
Meetings will be held at B'nai Jeshurun in the Minyan Breakfast Room.
If you are interested in joining us, sign up HERE and we will get back to you shortly.
Hide and Seek
Hide and Seek, a journey into the story of Adam and Eve, is a 6 part series, open to all, that will explore how we interact with Jewish text. Our time will be spent getting to know the story's characters and observing the way we relate to them. When we gather, we will focus on the way we connect to the text and why. We will use various art mediums to reveal aspects of the story and of ourselves that we may have not noticed before. The hope is that everyone who participates walks away with a new perspective on the story of Adam and Eve and with a whole bag of helpful resources to use when engaging with other Jewish sources.
Spaces are limited — register HERE.
Meets on the following Thursdays from 6:00-7:30pm: November 6, November 13, November 20, December 4, December 11, December 18
Location: Gottlieb Auditorium @B'nai Jeshurun Congregation
About Ariela Sharon Yomtovian
Ariela Sharon Yomtovian is passionate about finding harmony between her Jewishness, Womaness, and Humanness. Through building a relationship with the Divine, she believes that we can live fuller and more meaningful lives. She has dipped her toes in many different worlds of Jewish practice and is committed to finding God in all things.
Ariela has been a Jewish Educator and Women's Health Advisor for the past 10 years. She is also an Herbalist, Bodyworker and Birth Keeper. She has studied at the Hadar Institute, The Eden Center, ArborVitae, Kabbalah Experience, Manzanita Wellness, and Birthing from Within. Through her work with the Jewish Learning Collaborative, she offers one on one learning as well as coaching to new educators. Ariela is dedicated to exploring how we can root in ancient Jewish wisdom while bringing in our own life experiences. She has taught in collaboration with Imeinu Doulas, Moishe House, The Jewish Studio Project, Brandeis Camp Institute, The School of Living Jewishly, At the Well, Hazon, Atiq and more.
Ariela lives in University Heights with her husband and 4 daughters.
Kavvanah Minyan
Our Shabbat liturgy is a rich collection of religious poetry, of deep yearnings of the heart, of individual and communal hopes and dreams for this world. Experience the joy of Shabbat as we bring the siddur to life. Engage in deep self-reflection, meaningful prayer and uplifting song! Join Rabbi Alex in Gottlieb Auditorium for this 90-minute alternative wellness service every month.
What can you expect from a Kavvvanah Minyan service?
Kavvanah Minyan is an intimate and interactive service that brings people together from across the Cleveland Jewish community — all are welcome. (A kids’ play/pray space is set up in the room for any families who want to join us!)
As you come in, grab the handouts from the welcome table, and then come inside for a refreshing cup of coffee/tea, available throughout the service. Peruse the art, introduce yourself to a neighbor, and find a seat!
We begin with a niggun, a wordless melody.
Pesukei D’Zimra (introductory prayers): We engage in a gratitude exercise based on Birkot Hashachar (traditional blessings of the morning), followed by different prayers to melodies both old and new. We conclude Pesukei D’Zimra with a mindfulness practice, inspired by Nishmat Kol Chai (a prayer that uplifts breath as a vehicle for praise)
Shacharit (morning prayer service): We recite and sing the core prayers (Shema, Amidah, and the blessings around them)
Torah Service: We engage in chevruta study — looking at passages from the weekly Torah portion in small groups, discussing their meaning and connection to our lives. We discuss as a group, and then we conclude our Torah Service with a prayer for healing.
Musaf: As Musaf is literally an “additional” offering of prayers (and historically, sacrifices), we turn to alternative readings, poems, and art based on the theme of Kavvanah Minyan that day. We conclude services with Aleinu, Mourner’s Kaddish, and Adon Olam.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Grief Support Group
We offer a grief support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse. Facilitated by experienced mental health and grief social worker, Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S and Rabbi Alex Rosenbaum.
Meeting on the following Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30pm:
November 11
November 18
December 2
December 9
December 16
December 23
Topics we will cover include: understanding grief, normalizing emotions, coping strategies, dealing with holidays, self-care, finding meaning and purpose, and moving forward.
(JWell's grief support group for people mourning the loss of a parent will meet in late winter/early spring. Dates to come)
Meetings will be held at B'nai Jeshurun in the Minyan Breakfast Room.
If you are interested in joining us, sign up HERE and we will get back to you shortly.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Kavvanah Minyan
Our Shabbat liturgy is a rich collection of religious poetry, of deep yearnings of the heart, of individual and communal hopes and dreams for this world. Experience the joy of Shabbat as we bring the siddur to life. Engage in deep self-reflection, meaningful prayer and uplifting song! Join Rabbi Alex in Gottlieb Auditorium for this 90-minute alternative wellness service every month.
What can you expect from a Kavvvanah Minyan service?
Kavvanah Minyan is an intimate and interactive service that brings people together from across the Cleveland Jewish community — all are welcome. (A kids’ play/pray space is set up in the room for any families who want to join us!)
As you come in, grab the handouts from the welcome table, and then come inside for a refreshing cup of coffee/tea, available throughout the service. Peruse the art, introduce yourself to a neighbor, and find a seat!
We begin with a niggun, a wordless melody.
Pesukei D’Zimra (introductory prayers): We engage in a gratitude exercise based on Birkot Hashachar (traditional blessings of the morning), followed by different prayers to melodies both old and new. We conclude Pesukei D’Zimra with a mindfulness practice, inspired by Nishmat Kol Chai (a prayer that uplifts breath as a vehicle for praise)
Shacharit (morning prayer service): We recite and sing the core prayers (Shema, Amidah, and the blessings around them)
Torah Service: We engage in chevruta study — looking at passages from the weekly Torah portion in small groups, discussing their meaning and connection to our lives. We discuss as a group, and then we conclude our Torah Service with a prayer for healing.
Musaf: As Musaf is literally an “additional” offering of prayers (and historically, sacrifices), we turn to alternative readings, poems, and art based on the theme of Kavvanah Minyan that day. We conclude services with Aleinu, Mourner’s Kaddish, and Adon Olam.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Yizkor Garden
Who are you remembering this Yizkor? JWell is creating a memory garden for Yom Kippur – a place for stories and spirits to take root and blossom, allowing our loved ones to live on in our lives and in our community in new ways. We ask that you send in a picture and a memory or story of your loved one to populate our garden (1-2 submissions per person maximum). The garden will be open in our building all day long on Yom Kippur – visit when you need a break from the service, or come in the afternoon during the downtime. May all these memories be a blessing. Submit your photos and stories HERE by September 28th.
Big Book Study
A weekly men’s AA group, facilitated by Mark Saffran. Meets on Monday mornings at 7:30am in Halpern Hall at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation.
Reach out to Mark to learn more.
Kavvanah Minyan: Rosh Hashanah
The high holidays are a great spiritual journey filled with drama, oscillating between somber severity and ecstatic joy. Experience the high highs and grapple with the harder, lower moments while engaging in deep self-reflection, meaningful prayer and uplifting song! Join Rabbi Alex in Gottlieb Auditorium for this alternative wellness service on the second day of Rosh Hashanah.
Special guest — Saralee Shrell-Fox, expert prayer leader joining B’nai Jeshurun for this high holiday season. Saralee leads participatory, ruach-filled services, and we are thrilled to have her join us for a part of Kavvanah Minyan.
This service is open to the whole Cleveland community. If you want to join us, register here and pick up your tickets at B'nai Jeshurun.
Kavvanah Minyan
Our Shabbat liturgy is a rich collection of religious poetry, of deep yearnings of the heart, of individual and communal hopes and dreams for this world. Experience the joy of Shabbat as we bring the siddur to life. Engage in deep self-reflection, meaningful prayer and uplifting song! Join Rabbi Alex in Gottlieb Auditorium for this 90-minute alternative wellness service every month.
Ima and Me
Mamas with children under 18 months are invited to bring your little ones for JWell’s mommy-and-me! Find love, support and parenting wisdom in Jewish community. Facilitated by Rabbi Alex and baby Noa!
No RSVP required; free.
L'Eilah Elevation Hike
Hike the Cleveland Metroparks with us this summer! We’ll explore the natural beauty of our city, taking contemplative moments to bring a spiritual lens to physical activity and nature appreciation.
Location: Frohring Meadows, Big Bluestem Trail
Hike information: 2.8 miles, easy hike
RSVP HERE
Z’richah Sunrise Yoga
Join our shlicha, Ella Caspi, as she leads us through a yoga session inspired by sacred Jewish text and tradition. Ella was trained at Cleveland Yoga. She brings a unique blend of yoga expertise, Israeli identity and deep Jewish learning.
LOCATION: Euclid Beach Picnic Shelter
Register HERE
Yetzirah Studio
A fusion of Jewish learning and creative practice! Every month, we’ll come together with crafts, responding artistically to inspiration from sacred Jewish text.
This program is in partnership with local Jewish artist Jenny Kaplan.
Cost $5 per person
RSVP HERE
LOCATION: B’nai Jeshurun Congregation
Ima and Me
Mamas with children under 18 months are invited to bring your little ones for JWell’s mommy-and-me! Find love, support and parenting wisdom in Jewish community. Facilitated by Rabbi Alex and baby Noa!
This session is a stroller friendly workout. Please RSVP here:
Location — Acacia (meet by pavilion)
L'Eilah Elevation Hike
Hike the Cleveland Metroparks with us this summer! We’ll explore the natural beauty of our city, taking contemplative moments to bring a spiritual lens to physical activity and nature appreciation.
Location: Holbrook Hollows (7250 Country Ln, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023) **NOTE location change from Euclid Creek Reservation
RSVP HERE
Ima and Me
Mamas with children under 18 months are invited to bring your little ones for JWell’s mommy-and-me! Find love, support and parenting wisdom in Jewish community. Facilitated by Rabbi Alex and baby Noa!
No RSVP required; free.
JWell Yoga
Join our shlicha, Ella Caspi, as she leads us through a yoga session inspired by sacred Jewish text and tradition. Ella was trained at Cleveland Yoga. She brings a unique blend of yoga expertise, Israeli identity and deep Jewish learning.
Location: Shaker Main Library (Fernway Room)
Register HERE
Shaker Heights Public Library provides meeting room space as a community service. The library neither sponsors nor endorses this event, individual, or organization.Yetzirah Art Studio
A fusion of Jewish learning and creative practice! Every month, we’ll come together with crafts, responding artistically to inspiration from sacred Jewish text.
COhatch Beachwood is in the old Maggiano‘s building at Beachwood Place. Between Saks and Dillard's in the parking lot
This program is in partnership with local Jewish artist Jenny Kaplan.
RSVP HERE
Ima and Me
Mamas with children under 18 months are invited to bring your little ones for JWell’s mommy-and-me! Find love, support and parenting wisdom in Jewish community. Facilitated by Rabbi Alex and baby Noa!
No RSVP required; free.
Lishma Collective
We’re taking our learning out of the building! Bring something to nosh on, something to sit on, and an open mind as we learn Torah in the great study halls of nature.
LOCATION: Oak Shelter, North Chagrin Reservation
Free, but RSVP encouraged. RSVP HERE
Ima and Me
Mamas with children under 18 months are invited to bring your little ones for JWell’s mommy-and-me! Find love, support and parenting wisdom in Jewish community. Facilitated by Rabbi Alex and baby Noa!
No RSVP required; free.
L'Eilah Elevation Hike
Hike the Cleveland Metroparks with us this summer! We’ll explore the natural beauty of our city, taking contemplative moments to bring a spiritual lens to physical activity and nature appreciation.
Location: South Chagrin Reservation, Sulphur Springs Loop
Hike information: 1.9 miles, moderate hike
*MEET AT THE TRAILHEAD HERE — the intersection between Sulphur Springs Drive and Chagrin River Rd.
Free, but RSVP encouraged. Please RSVP HERE
Sh’kiyah Sunset Yoga
Join our shlicha, Ella Caspi, as she leads us through a yoga session inspired by sacred Jewish text and tradition. Ella was trained at Cleveland Yoga. She brings a unique blend of yoga expertise, Israeli identity and deep Jewish learning.
Location: Old River Farm Picnic Area (North Chagrin Reservation)
Register HERE
**bring your own mat or towel!
Ima and Me
Mamas with children under 18 months are invited to bring your little ones for JWell’s mommy-and-me! Find love, support and parenting wisdom in Jewish community. Facilitated by Rabbi Alex and baby Noa!
No RSVP required; free.
Yetzirah Studio
A fusion of Jewish learning and creative practice! Every month, we’ll come together with crafts, responding artistically to inspiration from sacred Jewish text.
This month — the theme is “revelation” in honor of Shavuot.
@COhatch Beachwood 26300 Cedar Rd, “A Room With a View”
RSVP HERE (space is limited)
This program is in partnership with local Jewish artist Jenny Kaplan.
Kinor Sound Bath
Part 1 (7:00-7:45pm): The Secret Chord: How Music Heals
Learn about the power of music in traditional Jewish text and practice. The power to heal, to soothe, to elevate, to inspire, and to access the Divine.
Part 2 (7:50-8:35pm): Kinor Sound Bath with Harpist Sarah Kolick
With a collection of musical pieces on the harp, Sarah Kolick will lead us through a sound bath (sound baths are an ancient meditative practice and form of sound therapy involving the use of resonant music)
This program is a part of B’nai Jeshurun Congregation’s Tikkun Leil Shavuot. See the full schedule for the evening — you are welcome to attend any of the amazing sessions being offered. Walk-ins are welcome, but you will need to register when you arrive. Register early HERE.
Location: B’nai Jeshurun Congregation, 27501 Fairmount Blvd, Pepper Pike, OH 44124
Grief Support Group
We offer a grief support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse or parent a month or more ago. Facilitated by experienced mental health and grief social worker, Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S and Rabbi Alex Rosenbaum.
JWell's grief support group for people mourning the loss of a parent meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 6:00-7:30pm. If you are interested in joining us, sign up HERE and we will get back to you shortly.
Middah Yoga
Join our shlicha, Ella Caspi, as she leads us through a yoga session inspired by sacred Jewish text and tradition. Ella was trained at Cleveland Yoga. She brings a unique blend of yoga expertise, Israeli identity and deep Jewish learning.
Register HERE
Kavvanah Minyan
Our Shabbat liturgy is a rich collection of religious poetry, of deep yearnings of the heart, of individual and communal hopes and dreams for this world. Experience the joy of Shabbat as we bring the siddur to life. Engage in deep self-reflection, meaningful prayer and uplifting song! Join Rabbi Alex in Gottlieb Auditorium for this 90-minute alternative wellness service every month.
Ima and Me
Mamas with children under 18 months are invited to bring your little ones for JWell’s mommy-and-me! Find love, support and parenting wisdom in Jewish community. Facilitated by Rabbi Alex and baby Noa!
THIS MONTH, we are partnering with PJ Library for Storytime!
No RSVP required; free.
