Sunday Shkola: End-of-Year Celebration
2024-05-19 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Park East Synagogue
Shkola End-of-Year Celebration
May 19th from 11 am to 1 pm

It is hard to believe that our School year 2023-2024 is ending. It was a complicated year, and our support for each other was even more important than usual. So join us in celebrating our community and discussing our most precious value: Ahavat Israel.

In the program:

– Theatrical performance: HaBait: the old story with a Jewish twist
– The game: Kaleidoscope of Jewish holidays
– Sing along: Ahavat Israel
– Arts & crafts
– And a delicious brunch

The fee is $35 per family.

Sunday Shkola is Back!
2024-09-22 11:00 - 13:00
Sunday Shkola is Back!!
September 22nd from 11 am to 1 pm
During Rosh Hashanah, we celebrate the birthday of a very important person: Adam. We will return to the sixth Day of Creation to learn about the start of human history. So, bring your curiosity and imagination and join us!
In the program:
* Educational sand-art performance Adam and Chava
* Theatrical workshop from our favorite Tanya Kot and Dima Koan
* Art workshop Create Your Gan Eden from one and only Morah Raisa
* And a delicious brunch
The fee is $35 per family.

Sunday Shkola: To The Desert
2024-10-13 11:00 - 13:00
Sunday Shkola: To The Desert
October 13th, 11 AM – 1 PM
Jewish tradition teaches that we should begin building the Sukkah the day after Yom Kippur. Why the rush? We trust that a good year lies ahead and demonstrate this by dwelling in a hut, placing ourselves entirely in G-d’s hands.
Join us to learn more about the holiday of Sukkot, build your own Sukkah with architect Maria Dinor, and embark on the quest To The Desert.
Program Highlights:
* Sing-Along: Holidays of the Month Tishrei
* Art Workshop: Build Your Sukkah with Architect Maria Dinor
* Family Quest: Going To The Desert
* Plus, a delicious brunch!
The fee is $35 per family.

Sunday Shkola: Symbols of Jewish Home
2024-11-24 11:00 - 13:00
Sunday Shkola: Symbols of Jewish Home
November 24th from 11 am to 1 pm
Do you like riddles? If so, this event is for you! On November 24th, we are going to answer these questions:
* What is the difference between Jewish Home and all other places?
* What are these boxes which we can see on the doors?
* Why are there so many books on the shelves?
* Why do so many Jewish houses have two sinks?
Join us and find all the symbols together with our star team: Raisa, Tatyana, Dima and Zhenya.
In the program:
* Theatrical performance: Who lives in a house?
* Art Project: Symbols of Jewish Home
* Scavenger Hunt: decipher all the symbols
* Sing along: Home and Friends
* A delicious brunch
The fee is $35 per family.

Sunday Shkola: Chanukah Party!
2024-12-22 11:00 - 13:00
Sunday Shkola Chanukah Party
December 22nd from 11 am to 1 pm
Chanukah is one of the most favorite Jewish holidays of the year. Miracles, lights, and gifts – what can be better? However, the story behind Chanukah is the most valuable part of the holiday.
Join us on December 22nd at 11 am to learn the story of the Maccabees, light candles together with our RSJ community, enjoy the LED light show, and create your own Menorah!
In the program:
* Sand Art Educational Program
* LED Show and workshop
* Create your own Menorah workshop
* Chanukah Sing-a-long
* And a delicious brunch
The fee is $35 per family.

Sunday Shkola: Israel Exploration
2025-01-12 11:00 - 13:00
Sunday Shkola: Israel Exploration
January 12th from 11 am to 1 pm
Join us to learn about Israel on January 12th at 11 am! Israel has a special place in every Jewish heart. Even for those who have never been to Israel, this country is not just a place on the map. Why is it so?
On January 12 we are going to learn about Israel from different angles: we will talk about History of Israel, its geography, culture and art.
In the program:
* Sing-along about Israel
* Workshop: create your own Agamograph
* Create a map of Israel
* Israeli costumes competition
* A delicious brunch
The fee is $35 per family.

Sunday Shkola: Tu Bishvat
2025-02-09 11:00 - 13:00
Tu BiShvat at Sunday Shkola
February 9th from 11 am to 1 pm
The holiday Tu BiShvat is also called New Year of The Trees. But why do we celebrate the trees and eat fruits of Israel when it is so cold outdoors? Let’s try to find answers on this questions together on February 9th
In the program:
* Intro to Tu BiShvat and fruit tasting
* Puppet Performance “Once Upon a Time”
* Flowers’ workshop
* A delicious brunch
The fee is $35 per family.

Sunday Shkola: Purim Party!
2025-03-16 11:00 - 13:00
Purim Party at Sunday Shkola
Sunday, March 16 from 11 AM – 1 PM
Join Sunday Shkola for a joyful Purim Party on March 16 as we celebrate the wisdom of Mordechai and the beauty of Queen Esther! We’ll delve into the story of Purim (taught in Russian) and enjoy an incredible magic show and balloon twister.
Don’t forget your costume for the Purim Costume Contest—prizes await!
Program includes:
* Story of Purim through Sand Art
* Purim Magic Show
* Balloon Twister
* Costume Contest with Prizes
* Arts & Crafts
* Delicious Brunch
Fee: $35 per family
We look forward to celebrating with you!

Sunday Shkola: Pre-Passover Event
2025-04-06 11:00 - 13:00
Sunday Shkola: Pre-Passover EventJoin us on April 6 at 11:00 AM to get into the Passover spirit!
Getting ready for Pesach can be fun and meaningful—and we’re kicking things off a little early with a special Sunday Shkola event for the whole family! Together, we’ll explore the story of Exodus through hands-on activities, music, art, and play.
This interactive program brings the Passover story to life through games, creativity, and a little bit of magic.
What’s in store:
* A captivating interactive sand art show
* Pesach sing-along fun
* A theatrical workshop with the amazing Tanya Kot
* Arts & crafts
* And a delicious brunch for everyone to enjoy!
Cost: $35 per family
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Sunday Shkola: End-Of-Year Celebration
2025-06-15 11:00 - 13:00
It’s hard to believe the school year—filled with Jewish learning and meaningful experiences—is almost over, but we’re not done yet! Join us on June 15 at 11:00 AM to celebrate Shavuot and our vibrant Sunday Shkola community.
We’ll learn about Shavuot, the holiday when the Jewish people received the Torah, and explore the Ten Commandments—one of the most pivotal moments in Jewish history. Let’s come together to celebrate the birth of our peoplehood and the strength of our community.
A special Yo-Yo workshop will make the day even more joyful and memorable!
Program highlights include:
* Shavuot-themed interactive game
* Educational sing-along about mitzvot
* Yo-Yo performance and workshop
* Arts & crafts focused on Shavuot and the Ten Commandments
* A delicious brunch
Bring the whole family!
Family fee: $35

Sunday Shkola is Back!
2025-09-07 11:00 - 13:00
Sunday Shkola is Back!
September 7th from 11 am to 1 pm
Sunday Shkola is back—just in time to guide us into the meaningful holidays of the month of Tishrei.
Join us as we journey through the rich traditions of Rosh Hashanah, reflect on the solemn meaning of Yom Kippur, and discover the unique, temporary architecture of Sukkot.
This is a celebration of learning, community, and spirit—and one you won’t want to miss!
In the program:
* Educational sand-art performance Adam and Chava from Zhenya
* Architectural Sukkah workshop with Olga Kudrina
* Art workshop Holidays of the Month Tishrei from the one and only Morah Raisa
* The virtual Tashlikh with Zhenya
* And a delicious brunch
The fee is $45 per family.

Sunday Shkola: Israel - Geography and Culture
2025-10-19 11:00 - 13:00
We learn about Israel each year. Usually, it is one or two sessions, which is never enough. This year, we decided to explore Israel from various angles. On October 19th, we will create our own map, connecting each place with its unique cultural phenomenon.
In the program:
* Creating an Israeli geographic and cultural map from Zhenya
* Theatrical and dance workshop with Tanya Kot
* Art workshop Symbols of Israel Morah Raisa
* And a delicious brunch
The fee is $45 per family.

Sunday Shkola: Israel Museum Walk
2025-11-23 11:00 - 13:00
Sunday Shkola: Israel – Museum Walk
November 23rd from 11 am to 1 pm
Israel has over 200 museums, making it the country with the highest number of museums per capita in the world. During our event, we will take a look at the most unusual Israeli museums and even try to create some of the art objects for them with our beloved educator and architect, Maria Dinor.
In the program:
– Interactive virtual Israeli museum walk with Zhenya
– Hands-on workshops with the architect Maria Dinor
– Art workshop Museum Walk with Morah Raisa
– And a delicious brunch
The fee is $45 per family.

Sunday Shkola: Chanukah Party
2025-12-14 11:00 - 13:00
Sundya Shkola Chanukah Party
December 14th from 11 am to 1 pm
The Shkola Chanukah Party was a highlight of the Sunday Shkola curriculum for many years. Chanukah stories, candle lighting, and delicious sufganiyot – what can be better! And every year we add a new twist to our celebration. This year, it will not be a Twist but a Spin – we will watch the Spin Show and learn how to spin ourselves.
In the program:
– Chanukah Stories from Zhenya
– Spin Show and a Workshop with Spin Master
– Chanukah Art Workshop from Morah Raisa
– And a delicious brunch
The fee is $45 per family.
