Women's Philanthropy Spring Service Project
2026-05-12 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
Join Women’s Philanthropy for a deep dive into one of our community partners, Jewish Family Service (JFS), and learn more about how we support their work. The Polack Food Bank serves more than 2,700 households each year. We will take a peek behind the scenes to learn how JFS supports food access in our community, and lend some hands-on support to their work. Together, we will reflect on the Jewish values that guide our work, tour the Polack Food Bank, and bag hundreds of pounds of dry food for distribution to our neighbors.

This event is free to attend, and kosher appetizers and drinks are provided.

Schedule

6:00 – 6:15 pm: Arrival, appetizers, and introductions

6:15 – 6:45 pm: Learning with a JFS educator

6:45 – 7:45 pm: Bagging food items and Polack Food Bank tour

7:45 – 8:00 pm: Event wrap-up and departure

Community Security Training: Countering Active Threat
2026-05-17 10:00 - 11:30 | WA
Learn how to keep yourself and your community safe with this comprehensive training program. The Federation’s Security Director, Lee Yates, will introduce you to the principles of responding during an active shooter or active threat environment. This course is designed for faith-based institutions and houses of worship and follows the national standard curriculum: RUN, HIDE, FIGHT.

Topics Covered:

Committing to personal action during an active threat incident

Defining an active threat and how to better prepare for an incident

Identifying a situation in which Run, Hide, or Fight might be used

Proper responses to the arrival of law enforcement

A Night of Israeli Wine Tasting and Conversation
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:00 | WA
Join Ben-Gurion Society (BGS) members (emerging philanthropists ages 45 and younger) for a unique evening featuring a curated Israeli wine tasting led by a community member. Enjoy learning about Israeli wines while noshing on vegetarian and kosher hors d’oeuvres.

During the program, we will also hear from our Shinshinim, the Federation’s Israeli youth ambassadors, who will share brief reflections on their experiences living in Seattle and the work they do to build cultural bridges between our city and Israel.

This event is for ages 21 to 45. All Ben-Gurion Society members, along with anyone interested in learning more about BGS, are invited to attend.

Family Play Date with Seattle Sephardic Network
2026-05-31 13:00 - 16:00 | WA
Come hang out with other young families for a fun afternoon of games, crafts, music and reading!

Join Seattle Sephardic Network on Sunday May 31, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. on Mercer Island for a “Family Play Date” for young families with children ages 2-10. Younger and older siblings are welcome as well. Enjoy art projects, music, games and a reading corner with books provided by co-sponsor PJ Library and The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle. Snacks will be available.

RSVPs required for this free event.

2026 L’Dor V’Dor Award Ceremony
2026-06-04 17:30 - 19:30 | WA
Every year, the Cardozo Society, the Washington State Bar Association’s official minority bar for Jewish attorneys, celebrates exceptional Jewish legal professionals with the L’Dor V’Dor Award.

In 2026, we are proud to recognize Judge Bill Bowman for his remarkable contributions to both our local legal community and the broader Jewish community. Join us to celebrate and enjoy heavy appetizers, followed by a formal program and award presentation.

Healthcare Professionals Happy Hour
2026-06-09 18:00 - 20:00 | WA
The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle is creating a space for Jewish professionals in the healthcare field to connect, collaborate and build community. Join us for an evening of networking and conversation designed to bring together Seattle’s healthcare community.

Healthcare professionals include, but are not limited to: physicians, dentists, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, mental health therapists, pharmacists, physical and occupational therapists, health administrators, public health professionals, optometrists, social workers, and medical/dental students.

Vegetarian and kosher appetizers provided. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available.

July Daytime Beginner Mahjong Class
2026-06-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3810 E Mercer Way, Seattle, Washington, 98040, United States
Learn American-style Mahjong in this one-and-done class designed for complete beginners. Local mahjong maven Denise Weinstein leads this beginner class, which includes time for guided free play after class to practice your new skills. You’ll be ready to join our weekly drop-in mahjong group in no time!

Registration is required and space is limited.

July Beginner Mahjong Class
2026-06-17 18:00 - 20:30 | Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3810 E Mercer Way, Seattle, Washington, 98040, United States
Learn American-style mahjong in this one-and-done class designed for complete beginners. Local mahjong maven Denise Weinstein leads this beginner class, which includes time for guided free play after class to practice your new skills. You’ll be ready to join our weekly drop-in mahjong group in no time!

Registration is required and space is limited.

This event, and all other SJCC community events and programs, are open to both SJCC members and guests of all faiths and backgrounds.

2026 Annual Meeting
2026-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 | WA
We invite you to an evening of celebration as we honor this year’s award recipients and recognize our incoming and outgoing board leadership. We will also vote on the revised bylaws and the 2026-2027 board slate. It has been a remarkable year for our community, and we’ll gather to reflect on our collective impact, celebrate all we’ve accomplished together, and look ahead to the priorities shaping the year to come.

Our honorees represent the spirit of service, leadership, and commitment to a vibrant Jewish future. You can honor them by placing a tribute message in our Annual Meeting program book, a meaningful way to show your support.

Temple De Hirsch Sinai Tot Shabbat
2026-06-26 09:30 - 10:00 | WA
We warmly invite families with young children to join TDHS Musical Director Josh Niehaus and JRM every Friday at 9:30 AM for Tot Shabbat!

On the first Friday of each month, arrive a little earlier at 9:00 AM for bagels and coffee before Tot Shabbat begins.

Please note: Tot Shabbat does not meet during holidays or scheduled closures.

Community Pride Shabbat 2026
2026-06-26 18:15 - 21:00 | WA
Pride Shabbat is open to the community and is a celebration of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, and Queer Jews, friends, families, and allies of all ages.

We invite you to come together on Friday, June 26 at 6:15 PM for an evening of joy, connection, and pride.

New this year: Family Pride Shabbat – RSVP HERE

Families of all types and stripes are invited to join a joyful outdoor Pride gathering and kid-friendly service before our larger community-wide event.

4:45pm Gather outside, snacks, crafts and playtime

5:00pm Rabbi Ronit to lead Family Pride service

5:30pm Refreshments and community connection

Click here to RSVP for Family Pride Shabbat

SJCC 2026 Summer Softball League on Mercer Island
2026-06-28 00:00 - 23:59 | WA
SJCC Summer Softball is back, bringing another exciting season of co-ed, recreational fun, competition, and community spirit!

Spend your Sunday afternoons in the sunshine and swinging for the fences with your teammates. Whether you want to enjoy laidback fun with your friends or dominate the standings, there is a roster spot for you.

Open to ages 15 and up. All teams are co-ed. The season begins on Sunday, June 28. Games will be held at Island Crest Park and Homestead fields on Mercer Island every Sunday between 12 noon and 3 pm.

Sign up with a full team, join friends, or register on your own—we’ll help find the right roster for you. See you on the diamond!

Remembering & Resisting: LGBTQ+ History from Nazi Germany to Today
2026-06-28 10:00 - 2026-08-09 16:00 | Holocaust Center for Humanity, 2045 2nd Avenue Seattle, WA 98121, Seattle, Washington, 98121, United States
Remembering & Resisting: LGBTQ+ History from Nazi Germany to Today premiers at the Holocaust Center for Humanity. This traveling exhibit, created by the Pink Triangle Legacies Project, examines the Nazi persecution of queer and trans people and the ongoing struggle to reclaim their history. Through stories of survival, activism, and remembrance, it reveals how the struggle to reclaim LGBTQ+ history continues to shape debates over memory and civil rights today.

Partner Organizations: Bet Alef Meditative Synagogue I Congregation Beth Shalom l Hillel UW l Kavana Cooperative I Kol Ami, A Center for Jewish Life l Kol HaNeshamah l Lambert House l Seattle Jewish Community School l Secular Jewish Circle of Puget Sound l Stroum Jewish Community Center l Temple Beth Am I Temple Beth El

Zuzla - Ladies Dance Club
2026-07-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Chabad of Queen Anne – Magnolia, 1825 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, Washington, 98109, United States
We’re excited to introduce a brand-new program for women in Queen Anne!
ZUZLA – a lively blend of Zumba, Israeli line dancing, and Am Yisrael spirit, created for women who want to move, connect, and feel inspired.
Classes are open to all levels – no dance experience needed! Expect lots of positive energy, joy, and yes… a few good krechtzen 😉
– Mondays at 7 PM
– RSVP required
– $15 cover

Walking Tour at UW Pacific Connections Garden
2026-07-07 10:30 - 12:00 | WA
Explore the five eco-geographic regions of the Pacific Connections Garden at Washington Park Arboretum on a guided walking tour celebrating the plants, cultures, and landscapes of the Pacific Rim. This unique garden features landscapes inspired by regions including New Zealand, Australia, Chile, China, and the Pacific Northwest, highlighting the connections between nature, culture, and people across the Pacific.

The tour will start at the south end of the Seattle Japanese Garden Parking lot. Docents will be there to greet and gather visitors and guide them across the street and up the hill to the Pacific Connections Garden for the tour

This event is part of the SJCC Endless Opportunities series, a community program offering daytime educational and social events where participants can learn, connect, laugh, and build friendships. Endless Opportunities is hosted by the Stroum Jewish Community Center and made possible through the support of our community partners: Congregation Beth Shalom, Congregation Kol Ami, Jewish Family Service, Kline Galland, Temple Beth Am, Temple B’nai Torah, and Temple De Hirsch Sinai.

Chabad Queen Anne: JLI: Sinai and Civics
2026-07-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Chabad of Queen Anne – Magnolia, 1825 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, Washington, 98109, United States
Join us for Sinai and Civics, a four-session course exploring the profound Jewish ethics, ideas, and values that inspired America’s founders and how they continue to shape our government and society today.

Temple B'nai Torah Support Circle: Processing Grief & Loss
2026-07-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Temple B’nai Torah, 15727 NE 4th St, Bellevue, Washington, 98008, United States
Temple B’nai Torah invites those experiencing loss to join a 5-session grief support circle led by Rabbi Dusty. This group will provide a safe and compassionate space to process and connect with others navigating grief. These sessions are in-person only and capacity is limited to 12 individuals per group. Open to TBT members and the broader community. Click here to register.

SJCC at MI Summer Celebration
2026-07-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Mercerdale Park, 3009 77th Ave SE, Mercer Island, Washington, 98040, United States
Mercer Island’s Summer Celebration festival is back for summer 2026! Stop by the SJCC booth for J swag and special crafts. Come savor the sun with the community, with family and with friends.

Event is presented by the City of Mercer Island.

Limmud Seattle Living Room Learning
2026-07-12 19:00 - 20:30 | WA
On Sunday evening, July 12, 2026 there will be a Limmud Seattle Living Room Learning – Reimagining Jewish Joy: Looking Back and Moving Forward.

Limmud Seattle will gather in small, informal groups in people’s homes throughout the Greater Puget Sound area. We hope the gatherings will create deeper connections with others and give us a chance to share our joys and our hopes. Expect an enriching night of learning, discussion, and connection as we honor our heritage and strengthen our communal bonds.

Join Limmud Seattle on Sunday, July 12th from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. We have hosts in Northeast Seattle, South Seattle, First Hill Seattle, West Seattle/Burien, Bellevue, Port Townsend, and Camano Island. We are also excited to offer a virtual salon for those who are unable to join us in person.

Please contact us at contact@limmudseattle.org with questions or scholarship requests.

Commemorative Friday Night Service
2026-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Temple B’nai Torah, 15727 NE 4th St, Bellevue, Washington, 98008, United States
Please join us for a special Friday night service marking the 20th anniversary of the tragic shooting at the offices of the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle. This Shabbat service will honor the memory of Pamela Waechter z”l, who was killed during the attack.

Pamela was an active and caring member of the Jewish community. She served as President of Temple B’nai Torah and as a regional officer of the Reform Movement. She also volunteered as an organizer at the Jewish Family Services Food Bank and as a cook for a local women’s shelter. Pamela worked at the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle in multiple roles over the years, including Director of Outreach and Director of Annual Giving.

On July 28, 2006, Pamela was killed by an antisemitic extremist during a shooting attack at the Federation’s office. She left behind two beloved children, a devoted group of loving friends, and a heartbroken community.

In 2007, the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle established the Pamela Waechter z”l Jewish Communal Professional Award to recognize and honor a Jewish communal professional who embodies the leadership, dedication, and spirit of service that Pamela brought to our community.

As we mark 20 years since this tragic attack, we invite the community to come together in remembrance. May Pamela’s memory be a blessing.

No RSVP required.

YWIN Seattle: Havdalah in the Park
2026-07-18 19:00 - 22:00 | WA
Golden hour, good company, and Havdalah by the water.

Join YWIN Seattle for dinner and Havdalah in the Park, surrounded by friends new and old as we welcome the new week together. Enjoy a beautiful summer evening on the waterfront with meaningful connection, great conversation, and the traditions that bring us together.

Bring a friend or come ready to make new ones!

Pamela Waechter z''l Lion of Judah Luncheon
2026-07-19 11:00 - 13:00 | WA
Join us for a special luncheon celebrating our incredible Lions of Judah and all you do to support our Jewish community. Enjoy a delightful lunch, connect with fellow Lions, and explore ways to share your philanthropic legacy with the next generation.

This event is by invitation only. For more information on how to become a Lion of Judah, please visit https://www.jewishinseattle.org/womens-philanthropy/.

July Beginner Mahjong Class
2026-07-20 18:00 - 20:30 | WA

International Rhodes/CosHolocaust Memorial
2026-07-26 10:30 - 12:00 | WA

July Los Muevos Ladineros Meetup
2026-07-26 14:00 - 15:30 | WA

Seattle Asian Art Museum Tour
2026-07-29 12:30 - 13:30 | Seattle Asian Art Museum, 1400 East Prospect Street, Seattle, Washington, 98112, United States
Meet at the Seattle Asian Art Museum, located in the heart of Volunteer Park and explore a stunning collection of Asian art spanning centuries, from traditional works to contemporary pieces that tell powerful stories across cultures.

Housed in a beautifully restored Art Deco building, the museum offers a bright, open gallery experience featuring art from across China, Japan, Korea, South and Southeast Asia and the Himalayas. The thoughtfully designed space blends historic and contemporary works, creating a calm, engaging environment that invites you to explore at your own pace and discover new perspectives.

Just steps outside, Volunteer Park offers a perfect extension of the experience, with scenic walking paths, open green space, and iconic spots like the conservatory. It’s an ideal setting to relax, connect, and enjoy the day before or after your visit.

Let us know in the registration form if you would like to meet up early for a walk or a bite to eat.

The Biggest Speed-Dating Event Ever
2026-07-29 18:00 - 19:00 | virtual
Aish and Partners in Torah have have partnered with CoronaCrush and over 80 Jewish organizations to host the largest virtual Tu B’Av Jewish speed-dating event ever.
More than 10,000 participants from across 5 continents are expected to join
This free event is open to Jews of all backgrounds-whether you’re Yeshivish, Modern Orthodox, Conservative, or Just Jewish
You’ll be matched with up to 7 dates based on your preferences-all in just one hour
Sign up or learn more https://tubav2026.com/dncc
Not single? Share this with someone who is. They’ll thank you

Pizza Shabbat in the Park
2026-07-31 17:00 - 18:30 | WA
Welcome Shabbat with the J at a Bellevue splash park! Bring the whole family and reconnect with friends at this special Shabbat dinner. Splash at the water park before gathering for Shabbat songs and blessings. Come dressed for the weather and water!

Pizza dinner (GF and Vegan options available) will be served from 5 to 6 pm, and our Shabbat celebration will start at 6 pm. Challah and juice included.

Ticket price is per family. Registration is required. Exact location will be shared upon registration. Deadline to register is Wednesday, July 29. We cannot take walk-ups.

Israel on Trial with Judge Roy K. Altman
2026-08-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Herzl-Ner Tamid, 3700 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040, Mercer Island, Washington, 98040, United States

August Daytime Beginner Mahjong Class
2026-08-06 12:00 - 14:00 | WA
