December 20 – January 3
December 21
2nd Annual Ha-ha Hanukkah Stand-Up Show
This 18+ comedy show is headlined by nationally-known comedian Matty Litwack and hosted by Adam Freesman, a regular at the Port. It runs from 8 to 10 p.m. Outside food is welcomed. Make sure to secure your spot now, this will be a great event!
Price: $20 in advance, $25 at the door
Register: wl.eventim.us/event/haha-chanukah/670679?afflky=ThePortComedyClub
December 24
Mitzvah Month: Young Adult Opportunity! Serve Dinner at Eastside Family Shelter
This time of year is a perfect one to serve the community. Volunteers are needed to help reheat and plate food, set up, socialize with residents, and clean up the meal service afterward. From 4:30 to 7 p.m., you can give back to those who need it most.
Register: canconnects.org/homeless-shelters-housing-programs
December 24
Kappa Guild Holiday Gift Wrap Fundraiser
Kappa Guild’s annual gift wrap fundraiser at The Shops at Kenilworth will run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve, with proceeds going to help children in need. Cost is determined by the size of the item!
Price: Variable
Register: contact Miriam Stern at 410-299-0498 or email at [email protected]
December 27
Mitzvah Month: Havdalah (and Winter Clothing Drive!) Under the Stars with PJ Library
What’s better than a trip to the Maryland Science Center for a wonderful Jewish event? From 6 to 7:30 p.m., The Network and PJ Library are coming together to mark the end of Shabbat with some wonderful worship and time spent together. There will be a planetarium show, as well as access to the new space exhibit on the second floor! The price covers glow sticks and snacks.
Price: $45
Register: thejewishnetwork.org/volunteering/community-volunteer-experiences/
December 30
Modern Hebrew Literature Class
Join Chizuk Amuno congregation for a class on Modern Hebrew Literature with Dr. Moshe Shualy. The class starts at noon and includes good reads and good company, too.
Price: Inquire within
Register: Contact 410-486-6400 or [email protected]
December 31
Finding Balance: A Therapy Group for Parents and Caregivers of Neurodivergent Children
From 11 a.m. to noon, this class will help those with a neurodivergent child or loved one discuss what it’s like to experience the unique challenges and joys that only they know.
Price: Free
Register: jcsbalt.org/finding-balance/
January 3
Pathways to Employment for Individuals with Disabilities
This is the start of a two-month, twice-weekly readiness program for individuals with disabilities, helping them build skills, discover strengths and prepare for a life in the workforce. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., attendees will learn about all the above and more.
Price: Free
Register: jcsbalt.org/pathways-to-employment
