Volunteer at the Greater Chicago Food Depository
Jul 10, 2025Join the Har Zion community for a volunteer afternoon at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, repacking bulk donations into more manageable sizes.
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Education drives our mission.
At Temple Har Zion, we believe that Jewish education is the foundation on which our community is built.
Our rabbis and educators are committed to bringing learners of all ages together with educational programs designed to explore Jewish traditions and inspire personal growth. From infancy to adulthood, we provide educational and recreational programming for members to develop their knowledge of Judaism and become comfortable practicing their religion in a supportive environment.
We are dedicated to cultivating the next generation of Jewish leaders by instilling a strong Jewish identity in our young congregants and fostering a love of Judaism they will carry with them throughout their lives.
Virtual Learning
We make learning accessible by offering online programs. Stay in touch with our virtual education offerings
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Past Programs
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Our latest Family Fun event
Family Fun events are designed to engage young children and their families. View our full calendar of educational programming and learning opportunities.
Learn MoreUpcoming Events
Looking for ways to get involved with our synagogue community? We’ve got you covered! Check out our list of upcoming events, ranging from educational classes to cultural celebrations.
The Book of Ruth
Jul 10, 2025Har Zion member Kate Oxsen is teaching a series of classes on the Book of Ruth on Thursday evenings, beginning in July.
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Friday in the Foyer Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Jul 11, 2025Welcome Shabbat with family and friends in Har Zion’s beautiful foyer, and enjoy lighting Shabbat candles before the service. Bring your own, or we will provide one.
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Shabbat Morning Services
Jul 12, 2025Join us for Shabbat Morning services. Featuring a variety of traditional, modern, cantorial, and Hassidic melodies, the service is lead by Rabbi Glick and Cantor Figa. Service at 10 AM and Kiddush to follow
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Prayerbook Hebrew 2024-2025/5785
Jul 13, 2025Know how to read Hebrew but not sure what the prayers mean? This new class will help you take the next steps on your Hebrew journey and feel more comfortable in prayer settings.
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Exploring Judaism with David Schwartz
Jul 14, 2025Explore various topics, including holidays, stories, prayers, and Pirkei Avot, on Zoom with Har Zion Education Director David Schwartz.
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Sisterhood Book Club: The Woman They Could Not Silence
Jul 17, 2025The Sisterhood Book Club invites you to discuss The Woman They Could Not Silence by Kate Moore, the real-life struggle of an outspoken advocate for women, who lived in the mid-19th century.
View Event Details Friday in the Foyer Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Jul 18, 2025Welcome Shabbat with family and friends in Har Zion’s beautiful foyer, and enjoy lighting Shabbat candles before the service. Bring your own, or we will provide one.
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Jul 19, 2025Join us for Shabbat Morning services. Featuring a variety of traditional, modern, cantorial, and Hassidic melodies, the service is lead by Rabbi Glick and Cantor Figa. Service at 10 AM and Kiddush to follow
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Tot Shabbat
Jul 19, 2025Tot Shabbat begins with time for the children to play and their adults to schmooze (chat), followed by and for a short, age-appropriate service.
View Event Details Prayerbook Hebrew 2024-2025/5785
Jul 20, 2025Know how to read Hebrew but not sure what the prayers mean? This new class will help you take the next steps on your Hebrew journey and feel more comfortable in prayer settings.
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Jewish Waldheim Cemetery—Stories and Memories
Jul 20, 2025Come kibitz with members of the Jewish Waldheim—Stories and Memories Facebook group at an informal meet and greet!
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Piano Concert and Ice Cream Social
Jul 20, 2025Pianist Heather Peterson and Summer Ice Cream Social in Gottlieb Hall. “Gershwin, Copland, Joplin and others, capped with Debussy.”
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Jul 21, 2025Explore various topics, including holidays, stories, prayers, and Pirkei Avot, on Zoom with Har Zion Education Director David Schwartz.
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An Introduction to Kabbalah
Jul 23, 2025Rabbi Glick will teach this two part series, "An introduction to Kabbalah," on Wednesdays, July 23 and August 20, at 6:30pm.
View Event Details The Book of Ruth
Jul 24, 2025Har Zion member Kate Oxsen is teaching a series of classes on the Book of Ruth on Thursday evenings, beginning in July.
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Friday in the Park with Pets (and Falafel Bar Meal)
Jul 25, 2025Join us at Priory Park, 7354 Division St, River Forest, for a very special outdoor, pets-invited, musical Friday evening Kabbalat Shabbat service, which will be followed by a community Falafel Bar Community Shabbat meal!
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Jul 26, 2025Join us for Shabbat Morning services. Featuring a variety of traditional, modern, cantorial, and Hassidic melodies, the service is lead by Rabbi Glick and Cantor Figa. Service at 10 AM and Kiddush to follow
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Jul 27, 2025The Red Cross is calling on donors of all blood types to help amid a national blood shortage!
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Rembrandt and the Jews: Truth and Fiction
Jul 27, 2025Art historian Leslie Blacksberg on Rembrandt's Jews, considering the contact points between Rembrandt and Amsterdam’s Jewish community, including the artist’s use of Hebrew, his Jewish subjects, and later Jewish painters who were inspired by him.
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