831 Maple Rd., Williamsville, NY 14221
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Learning & Community

Classes & Programs

Something for every age, every background, every schedule

When One Heart Became Two Worlds — a Jewish History Series, Sunday mornings 11:00 AM to 12:00 noon at the Jewish Discovery Center
Current Course · Institute for Jewish Studies

When One Heart Became Two Worlds

A Jewish History Series

Pirates. Palaces. Pioneer families. The birth of Sephardic and Ashkenazic Jewry — from Babylonia, the centre of the Jewish world for centuries, to the golden age of Córdoba and the pioneer communities of Mainz, Worms and Speyer. One Torah, two great melodies, one Jewish story.

Sunday mornings · 11:00 AM – 12:00 noon

831 Maple Rd., Williamsville

Lavish brunch served · All welcome

Weekly Classes for Adults

Come to one, come to all. No prior background is assumed anywhere.

Words for the Journey

Words for the Journey

Life Lessons from Deuteronomy — Moses' final words to his people, and what the last book of the Torah still asks of us.

Tuesdays · 7:00 – 7:45 PM
Lunch and Learn

Lunch & Learn

The wisdom of our heritage over a proper kosher lunch. An hour that feeds both halves of you.

Currently studying Ethics of Our Fathers (Pirkei Avos)

Wednesdays · 12:30 – 1:15 PM Catch Up on YouTube
Daily Dose of Talmud

Daily Dose of Talmud

Four mornings a week in the sea of Talmud with Rabbi Greenberg. Join live, or by phone.

Mon – Thu · 10:15 AM · Zoom Join on Zoom
Spirit of Shabbat

Spirit of Shabbat

Fifteen minutes on the theme of the coming Shabbat, with a story to carry into it.

Fridays · 12:00 Noon · Zoom Join on Zoom
Perspective

Perspective

Timely issues, the coming holidays, and the weekly portion through a Jewish lens. Runs on the Sundays between Institute courses, so the slot is never empty.

Sundays · 11:00 – 11:40 AM · Between Courses Join on Zoom
Classes at Canterbury Woods

Classes at Canterbury Woods

Rabbi Greenberg teaches on Thursday evenings at Canterbury Woods. Contact us for details.

Thursday Evenings · Off-site Contact Us

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Children & Families

Jewish Enrichment Kids Club

Jewish Enrichment Kids Club

Fun, friends, Jewish enrichment and pride for children in the Buffalo community. Dinner is served.

Tuesdays · 3:45 – 5:30 PM · Dinner Included Enroll Your Child
Music With Rivky

Music With Rivky

A mommy-and-me music and movement program for infants and toddlers, with a Jewish flavour. Led by Mrs. Rivky Greenberg.

Ages 0–6 Sign Up
CHILL HERE

CHILL HERE

Children Learn Hebrew Reading — weekly Hebrew reading taught through the Aleph Champ system.

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Bat Mitzvah Club

Bat Mitzvah Club

A club for Bat Mitzvah–age girls is in the works. Check back soon.

Coming Soon
Taste of Shabbat

Taste of Shabbat

Homemade challah and chicken soup, every week, at no charge — for your own table or for someone who needs one.

Weekly · No Charge Reserve or Send One
Shul & Minyan

Shul & Minyan

Daily and Shabbos services in a warm, welcoming atmosphere — and no membership dues.

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Musical Kumzitz

Soul-stirring melody interspersed with words of inspiration.

Select Tuesdays · 8:00 PM Ask About Dates

Women's Classes and Programs

Call 716.245.9520 for current dates and times.

Torah & Tea

An unhurried hour of Torah study over a cup of tea, led by Mrs. Rivky Greenberg.

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The Jewish Women's Circle

Women of the community come together to learn, create and celebrate — a warm evening with real conversation.

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Learning One-to-One

Sometimes the right class is a conversation. All of these are arranged individually.

Private Tutorials

Study whatever you choose, at whatever pace suits you — for adults and children alike.

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Bar & Bat Mitzvah Lessons

Individual preparation for the big day — the reading, the meaning, and the confidence to carry it off.

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Ask Rabbi Greenberg

A question you have never had a satisfying answer to? That is exactly the conversation to have.

Ask Anything
Kindness in Action

Care & Share

Making a real difference, one act at a time.

Hospitality & Lodging

A home away from home. For travellers, students, or anyone needing a warm place for Shabbat and the holidays — lodging and home-cooked meals included.

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Smile on Seniors

Classes, discussions and holiday events at assisted living centres, so our elders remain vibrant members of the community.

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Adopt a Bubby & Zaidy

Connecting younger generations with seniors for real relationships — wisdom in one direction, warmth in both.

Take Part

Healing With Heart

Our volunteers visit Jewish patients in hospital with warmth, prayers, company, and Shabbat essentials like challah and grape juice.

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The Personal Touch

Office visits, check-ins, counselling and support through both joyous and difficult times. Every conversation counts.

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Learn Anywhere

Can't make it in person? {AUDIO_TOTAL} recorded classes and hundreds of videos, all free.

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Your Week at the JDC

When Everything Happens

Everything below is at 831 Maple Rd., Williamsville unless marked otherwise. Nothing to join, no membership, and no charge — just come.

DayTimeWhat
Sunday8:30 AMShacharis
Sunday11:00 AM – 12:00 noonWhen One Heart Became Two Worlds Brunch
Sunday11:00 – 11:40 AMPerspective — between Institute courses Zoom
Mon – Fri6:45 AMShacharis 8:00 AM summer
Mon – Thu10:15 AMDaily Dose of Talmud Zoom
Tuesday3:45 – 5:30 PMJewish Enrichment Kids Club Dinner
Tuesday7:00 – 7:45 PMWords for the Journey: Deuteronomy
Wednesday12:30 – 1:15 PMLunch & Learn — Ethics of Our Fathers (Pirkei Avos) Kosher lunch
ThursdayEveningClasses at Canterbury Woods Off-site
Friday12:00 noonSpirit of Shabbat Zoom
FridayCandle lightingMincha & Kabbolas Shabbos 7:30 PM summer
Shabbos10:00 AMShacharis, followed by a Kiddush

Select Tuesdays at 8:00 PM — Musical Kumzitz. Dates announced by email.

See the full calendar, including minyanim

Where to Find Us

831 Maple Rd., Williamsville, NY 14221

Set back from the road, next door to Maple West Elementary School — enter through the ECVA driveway. Free parking, and everyone is welcome.