October 1
Harvest Fest: Built to Celebrate – Hard Hats & Bourbon
Fields of the JCC is hosting a fun event to celebrate the harvest, complete with food, face painting, bourbon and more! The event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. and will be fun for all ages. $18. Register: jcc.org/event/harvest-fest-built-to-celebrate-hard-hats-bourbon/
October 2
Simchat Torah at Bolton Street Synagogue
From 6 to 7:30 p.m., Bolton Street Synagogue is coming together to celebrate Simchat Torah with dinner, dancing and lots more fun. Religious school students will also be celebrated, as the event marks their consecration. Dinner cost is $18 for adults and teens, $12 for children and free for those under 2. Register: boltonstreet.easyshul.com/events/6a68e9dc9199710027fde2b7
October 3
Tot Shabbat
Tot Shabbat comes to Baltimore Hebrew Congregation starting at 10 a.m., with a short service followed by a snack and time to play. The service is designed for children from birth through Pre-K, plus any siblings. Free. Register: baltimorehebrew.org/calendar
October 6
October Mitzvah Mutts
Check out a fun and wonderful event that brings together Jews and dogs. Participants will get to interact with dogs and each other from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. If you’ve been before, you might even know some of the pups. Free. Register: secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/-23g_YVB9b3KZIMG4fBtEw
October 6
Viewpoints With Yonah Jeremy Bob
The Associated’s Insight Israel Forum will welcome senior military analyst at the Jerusalem Post and Baltimore native Yonah Jeremy Bob to kick off its 2027 Viewpoints Series. He’ll discuss a wide range of topics, from diplomacy to Mossad to BDS and more. The event begins at 7 p.m. Free. Register: join.associated.org/event/viewpoints-with-yonah-jeremy-bob/e824338/register/new/select-tickets
October 7
Where the Poppies Bloom: A Baltimore Community Commemoration of October 7
Baltimore Israel Coalition, The Associated and Art with a Heart are coming together for a Baltimore commemoration of Oct. 7. There will be a brief ceremony, the making of ceramic poppies and thoughts of those who were affected. The event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. Inquire within. Register: associated.org/event/october-7-community-commemoration
October 8
Scam Smart: Protecting Yourself from Fraud & Financial Scams
From noon to 3 p.m., JCS and M&T Bank are hosting a free workshop that will help you understand how to recognize fraud, scams and protect your information. M&T Bank representatives will also be available to talk about banking resources and services. Free. Register: jcsbalt.org/scam-smart-protecting-yourself-from-fraud-financial-scams/
October 8
YAD Arts & Culture Collective Event
The Associated’s Young Adult Division’s Arts and Culture Collective is hosting a night at McFadden Art Glass from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. where attendees get to try glass blowing, meet other young adults and create some one-of-a-kind art to take home. Free. Register: https://tinyurl.com/3uhubnnc
