Program Overviews

Urban performances presented in Chicago’s live arts and music venues featuring acts the reflect contemporary, vibrant, dazzling new takes on our heritage. View upcoming or past events.

Conversations, Connections & Culture is KFAR’s monthly gathering where people passionate about Jewish culture gather to socialize, discuss issues and share interests in Jewish arts and culture.   Its also a ‘hands-on’ forum for participants to channel their passion and shape the future of Jewish cultural scene in Chicago.  

Programs and gatherings for the artistically inclined.

In partnership with cinematic organizations and festivals, this program presents screenings of new and catalog independent feature, documentary and short films exploring contemporary Jewish themes and issues.  Click to see whats coming up.

• KNISHMAS! Our alternative to xmas alternatives shows it's not a ’silent night’ for us.
• Lag B'Onfire A music infused twist on the traditional Lag B'Omer holiday, compete with BBQ.
• NOISEMAKER A PURIM Experience with a wild combination of DJ's, live music, installation and performance art.

S.H.E.M.A. is a community building initiative at the congregational level focused through the lens of arts and culture programming.  Customized to fit the needs and scale of of each community, it serves to bolster congregations' ability to deliver quality Jewish arts and culture programming.  Request information on hosting a S.H.E.M.A. program at your congregation.