Community Meetup

As we pilot this program, we require that attendees prepay for dinner will to help us plan accurately. Meals will rotate among local restaurants, and we’ll do our best to keep prices low. The cost is $20 per person, and advance registration is required by Wednesday of the week prior; you are welcome to register for multiple weeks at once. Each buffet will include options for a variety of dietary needs, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free selections. Please indicate in the Notes section if you have any dietary needs.

Always wanted to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons? Here’s your chance! Join Rabbi Young for three short sessions of Dungeons & Dragons. Must commit to the entire series to join. Please contact Rabbi Young to sign up at young@rodefshalom.org. (4–8 players)

Do you want to learn more about Israeli politics and culture, the relationship American Jews and Israelis share (or don’t)? Do you want to dig into a bit of biblical and rabbinic text? The Hartman Learning Group explores these issues, using the Shalom Hartman curriculum under the leadership of Rabbi Fellman. (Contact Dana Block, Executive Assistant to the Clergy, for the pro-rated cost at Dana@RodefShalom.org.)

Do you love a good hand of cards? Whether it’s Hearts, Rummy, Poker, or 500 — shuffle up and join us. We are ready to deal you in! Want more information? Reach out to Judy Rulin Mahan at judyRmahan@gmail.com.

Horticulturalist Rachel Kudrick's classes will orient students to gardening basics. Each class functions independently, so you can pick and choose the areas you relish. (Full descriptions of classes.) Rachel runs Beit Kulanu’s vegetable garden, where all of the produce gets donated to people in need. All classes are $18 unless otherwise noted and payable to the instructor via cash, check, PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or major credit card. Please reach out to Rachel at (412) 251-9759. (Sliding scale and fee waiver available for those on fixed incomes.)

April 27: "Companion Planting" Did you know that carrots really like to be planted with tomatoes? Some plants will help (or hinder) each other when placed together. Whether by attracting pollinators, emitting natural chemical compounds, or providing structure, find out which plants are natural friends and foes. 

Join us for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday! Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, you’re sure to enjoy the camaraderie and good times as you make new friends or cherish moments with longtime pals. All are welcome! Sponsored by Your Town Realty. Bring the most recent Mahjong card with you. You can purchase one at nationalmahjonggleague.org. There will be a $5 charge at the door each session, payable by cash or check (made out to Women of Temple Sinai). Winners will be awarded Giant Eagle gift cards. Want more Mahj? Join our game that meets Wednesdays at 1 PM.

Join Kyle Fisher of Rothrock’s Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy for a six‑week introduction to Tai Chi. This gentle, slow‑motion practice is both a low‑impact exercise and a traditional self‑defense system designed to improve muscle tone, flexibility, and overall well‑being. Tai Chi helps reduce stress, encourages relaxation, and enhances balance, coordination, and cognitive function. Movements are performed slowly, evenly, and rhythmically, creating a calm and meditative experience. Open to all abilities. Chairs may be used for support. Cost: $30 paid to the instructor for the entire six-week class.

Experience The MELT Method — a gentle, effective self‑care technique that reduces pain, improves mobility and stability, and supports nervous system regulation. In this introductory class, you’ll use soft MELT balls on the hands and/or feet and feel real changes in your body. The class is taught by Anita Amato, Pittsburgh’s only certified MELT instructor, and a Board‑Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist with deep clinical skill and a passion for helping people reconnect to what they love. Cost: $15, payable to the instructor.

Join us for this relaxed, welcoming gathering where you can bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, or any handwork project and enjoy great company along with a favorite beverage. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced maker, this is a no-pressure space to create, chat, and unwind. Share ideas, pick up new tips, or simply enjoy the calming rhythm of stitching in community. Bring your project and settle in for an evening of creativity, connection, and cozy fun.

Always wanted to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons? Here’s your chance! Join Rabbi Young for three short sessions of Dungeons & Dragons. Must commit to the entire series to join. Please contact Rabbi Young to sign up at young@rodefshalom.org. (4–8 players)

Join us for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday! Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, you’re sure to enjoy the camaraderie and good times as you make new friends or cherish moments with longtime pals. All are welcome! Sponsored by Your Town Realty. Bring the most recent Mahjong card with you. You can purchase one at nationalmahjonggleague.org. There will be a $5 charge at the door each session, payable by cash or check (made out to Women of Temple Sinai). Winners will be awarded Giant Eagle gift cards. Want more Mahj? Join our game that meets Wednesdays at 1 PM.

Horticulturalist Rachel Kudrick's classes will orient students to gardening basics. Each class functions independently, so you can pick and choose the areas you relish. (Full descriptions of classes.) Rachel runs Beit Kulanu’s vegetable garden, where all of the produce gets donated to people in need. All classes are $18 unless otherwise noted and payable to the instructor via cash, check, PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or major credit card. Please reach out to Rachel at (412) 251-9759. (Sliding scale and fee waiver available for those on fixed incomes.)

April 27: "Companion Planting" Did you know that carrots really like to be planted with tomatoes? Some plants will help (or hinder) each other when placed together. Whether by attracting pollinators, emitting natural chemical compounds, or providing structure, find out which plants are natural friends and foes.