Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven

Spring Celebration March 25, 2017
2017-03-25 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | CT
Order your tickets now to our Spring Celebration on Saturday, March 25th 2017 . This event will feature a light dinner and the smooth sounds of the Jassmen. More information to follow. Reservations can be made here.

Parent Education, Parts 1 & 2
2017-03-19 09:30 - 15:30 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
The Parent Education Program is mandated by the State of Connecticut for divorcing parents of children under 18. Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven is an authorized PEP provider through a State of Connecticut contract. This program is offered as a six-hour educational workshop and participants must complete all six hours in order to meet requirements. This one day class combines the regular two sessions into one , 6-hour class. Participants must stay for the full 6 hours to meet requirements. Pre-registration and payment (money order only) is REQUIRED. To receive an application to register, call 203-389-5599, ext. 142 and follow the prompts; or you can stop into the office (1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven) to pick up instructions and a registration form.

The Healing Power of Psalms
2016-12-22 11:00, 2016-12-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2016-11-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2016-10-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2016-10-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2016-09-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Jewish Federation Shoreline Office, 705 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06470, United States
A spiritual journey to explore the emotional depths of the sacred writings which come from deep within the human soul. This exploration of Tehillim examines our longings, our hopes, joys and sorrows as expressed in the transcendent message of the psalms. Facilitated by Rabbi Hesch Sommer, D.Min., Held at the Jewish Federation Shoreline Office (705 Boston Post Road, Guilford) on select Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.. For more information, please contact Jill Lesage at 203-387-2424, ext. 375 or Rabbi Hesch Sommer at 203-389-5599, ext. 117.

Pirke Avot: Reflections on How We Live Our Lives
2016-12-08 11:15 - 12:15, 2016-11-10 11:15 - 12:15 | Jewish Federation Shoreline Office, 705 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06470, United States
The Chapters of Our Ancestors is a section on the Mishnah which offers ethical insights from the key teachers and rabbinic authorities between 200 BCE and 100 CE. Join us for this lively discussion exploring this text. Facilitated by Rabbi Hesch Sommer, these one hour sessions (11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.) examine each psalm for the message it offers. Held at the Jewish Federation Shoreline Office (705 Boston Post Road, Guilford). For more information, please contact Jill Lesage at 203-387-2424, ext. 375 or Rabbi Hesch Sommer at 203-389-5599, ext. 117.

Parent Education Part 1 & 2 - New Haven
2016-11-30 09:30 - 15:30 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
This is a 6-hour Session which includes Part 1 and Part 2. The Parent Education Program is mandated by the State of Connecticut for divorcing parents of children under 18. Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven is an authorized PEP provider through a State of Connecticut contract. This program is offered as a six-hour educational workshop and participants must complete all six hours in order to meet requirements. You must stay for the full 6-hours in order for this class to be considered completed. Pre-registration and payment (money order only) is REQUIRED. To receive an application to register, call 203-389-5599, ext. 142 and follow the prompts; or you can stop into the office (1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven) to pick up instructions and a registration form.

Parent Education Part 1 & 2 - New Haven
2016-11-20 09:30 - 15:30 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
This is a 6-hour class held on Sunday, November 20th.The Parent Education Program is mandated by the State of Connecticut for divorcing parents of children under 18. Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven is an authorized PEP provider through a State of Connecticut contract. This program is offered as a six-hour educational workshop and participants must complete all six hours in order to meet requirements. Participants must stay for the full 6 hours in order to be considered completed. Pre-registration and payment (money order only) is REQUIRED. To receive an application to register, call 203-389-5599, ext. 142 and follow the prompts; or you can stop into the office (1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven) to pick up instructions and a registration form.

Parent Education Part 2 of 2 - New Haven
2016-11-17 17:30 - 20:30 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
This is part two of a two part series. The Parent Education Program is mandated by the State of Connecticut for divorcing parents of children under 18. Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven is an authorized PEP provider through a State of Connecticut contract. This program is offered as a six-hour educational workshop and participants must complete all six hours in order to meet requirements. Part 1 is Tuesday, November 15th and Part 2 is Thursday, November 17 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. BOTH CLASSES must be completed. Pre-registration and payment (money order only) is REQUIRED. To receive an application to register, call 203-389-5599, ext. 142 and follow the prompts; or you can stop into the office (1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven) to pick up instructions and a registration form.

Parent Education Part 2 of 2 - Guilford
2016-11-16 17:30 - 20:30 | Jewish Federation Shoreline Office, 705 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06470, United States
This is part two of a two part series. The Parent Education Program is mandated by the State of Connecticut for divorcing parents of children under 18. Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven is an authorized PEP provider through a State of Connecticut contract. This program is offered as a six-hour educational workshop and participants must complete all six hours in order to meet requirements. Part 1 is Wednesday, November 9th and Part two is Wednesday, November 16 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. BOTH CLASSES must be completed. Pre-registration and payment (money order only) is REQUIRED. To receive an application to register, call 203-389-5599, ext. 142 and follow the prompts; or you can stop into the office (1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven) to pick up instructions and a registration form.

Parent Education Part 1 of 2 - New Haven
2016-11-15 17:30 - 20:30 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
The Parent Education Program is mandated by the State of Connecticut for divorcing parents of children under 18. Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven is an authorized PEP provider through a State of Connecticut contract. This program is offered as a six-hour educational workshop and participants must complete all six hours in order to meet requirements. Part 1 is Tuesday, November 15th and Part 2 is Thursday, November 17 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. BOTH CLASSES must be completed. Pre-registration and payment (money order only) is REQUIRED. To receive an application to register, call 203-389-5599, ext. 142 and follow the prompts; or you can stop into the office (1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven) to pick up instructions and a registration form.

Parent Education Part 1 of 2 - Guilford
2016-11-09 17:30 - 20:30 | Jewish Federation Shoreline Office, 705 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06470, United States
The Parent Education Program is mandated by the State of Connecticut for divorcing parents of children under 18. Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven is an authorized PEP provider through a State of Connecticut contract. This program is offered as a six-hour educational workshop and participants must complete all six hours in order to meet requirements. Part 1 is Wednesday, November 9th and Part two is Wednesday, November 16 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. BOTH CLASSES must be completed. Pre-registration and payment (money order only) is REQUIRED. To receive an application to register, call 203-389-5599, ext. 142 and follow the prompts; or you can stop into the office (1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven) to pick up instructions and a registration form.

Eating to be Your Healthiest
2016-11-09 08:30 - 09:30 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven invites cancer survivors to come join us for a lite, healthy breakfast and lively discussion with Michele Krilivsky, Registered Dietician, Certified Specialist Oncology Nutrition – Smilow Cancer Hospital. This hour-long presentation will cover ways to eat to be your healthiest. Learn about foods that can boost your body’s energy and well-being. RSVP Required (203) 389-5599, ext. 113.

Food4Kids Celebration Honoring Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro
2016-11-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Lo Ricco Towers, 216 Crown Street, New Haven, CT, 06511, United States
Join us for a Food4Kids Celebration Honoring Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro on Thursday, November 3, 2016 at Lo Ricco Towers, 216 Crown Street, New Haven from 6-9 p.m. For reservations and sponsorships or to make a donation, please go to https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E4922&id=5

Parent Education Part 1 and 2
2016-10-30 09:30 - 15:30, 2016-10-07 09:30 - 15:30 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
The Parent Education Program is mandated by the State of Connecticut for divorcing parents of children under 18. Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven is an authorized PEP provider through a State of Connecticut contract. This program is offered as a six-hour educational workshop and participants must complete all six hours in order to meet requirements. Pre-registration and payment (money order only) is REQUIRED. To receive an application to register, call 203-389-5599, ext. 142 and follow the prompts; or you can stop into the office to pick up instructions and a registration form.

Parent Education Part 2 of 2
2016-10-26 17:30 - 20:30 | Jewish Federation Shoreline Office, 705 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06470, United States
The Parent Education Program is mandated by the State of Connecticut for divorcing parents of children under 18. Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven is an authorized PEP provider through a State of Connecticut contract. This program is offered as a six-hour educational workshop and participants must complete all six hours in order to meet requirements. Part 1 is Wednesday, October 19th and Part two is Wednesday, October 26th. BOTH CLASSES must be completed. Pre-registration and payment (money order only) is REQUIRED. To receive an application to register, call 203-389-5599, ext. 142 and follow the prompts; or you can stop into the office (1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven) to pick up instructions and a registration form.

Simchat Torah - Office Closed
2016-10-25 08:00 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
The JFS office will be closed on Tuesday, October 25th in observance of Simchat Torah.

Shimini Atzeret - Office Closed
2016-10-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
The JFS office will be closed on Monday, October 24th in observance of Shimini Atzeret.

Parent Education Part 1 of 2
2016-10-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Jewish Federation Shoreline Office, 705 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06470, United States

Sukkot - Office Closed
2016-10-17 08:00 - 2016-10-18 17:00 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
The JFS office will be closed on Monday, October 17 and Tuesday, October 18th in observance of Sukkot. The office will reopen on Wednesday, October 19th at 9 a.m.

Pirke Avot
2016-10-13 11:15 - 12:15 | Jewish Federation Shoreline Office, 705 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06470, United States

Yom Kippur - Office Closed
2016-10-11 15:00 - 2016-10-12 17:00 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
The JFS office will close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, October 11 and will be closed Wednesday, October 12 in observance of Yom Kippur. The office will reopen on Thursday, October 13 at 9 a.m.

Rosh Hashanah - Office Closed
2016-10-03 08:00 - 2016-10-04 17:00 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
The JFS office will be closed on Monday, October 3rd and Tuesday, October 4th in observance of Rosh Hashanah. The office will reopen on Wednesday, October 5th at 9 a.m.

Bereavement Group: Coping in the Shadow of Loss
2016-09-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2016-09-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
Coping with the loss of a loved one has no set time frame. There are moments when we are managing as best as we can and then there are periods of time when we feel that we are lost in our grief and struggle with daily living. This groups offers an opportunity to reflect with others who can understand your struggles because they too have faced and are facing similar suffering.
Facilitated by Rabbi Hesch Sommer, Director of the Jewish Wellness and Healing Center of JFS. If you would like more information, please contact Rabbi Sommer at 203-389-5599, ext. 117 or hsommer@jfsnh.org
