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Celebrate Purim with Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Discover Megillah reading times, events, and resources to help you celebrate, connect spiritually, and observe the holiday of Purim meaningfully with your community. Purim In Wisconsin with Chabad Lubavitch March 22-23, 2027 The festival of Purim commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia from Haman’s plot to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews in a single day. It is celebrated with Megillah readings, gifts of food, charity to the poor, feasting, and merriment. In addition to the miracle of Jewish survival despite the efforts of our enemies, Purim celebrates G‑d’s intimate involvement in every aspect of this world. Even though there were no overt miracles recorded in the Megillah—indeed, His name is not even mentioned once—G‑d was actively “pulling the strings” to care for His nation. Find a Megillah reading or event at your local Chabad! FULL LIST OF EVENTS Cedarburg Jewish Discovery Center Chabad of the Bay Area Chabad of Bayside / The Shul Chabad of the East Side / The Shul East Chabad of Glendale & River Hills Chabad of Kenosha Chabad of Madison Chabad of Mequon Chabad of Waukesha & Brookfield Chabad of Wauwatosa Purim Resources What is Purim Purim Study Purim Stories Purim Recipes Engage your kids in the holiday. Learn More

Over 30 years after the Rebbe's passing, his impact and influence remain stronger than ever. His teachings continue to inspire and guide us, and his insights are as novel and relevant as if they were given today. Each of us is a beneficiary of the Rebbe's inspiration somehow, and his visionary leadership has transformed the Jewish world as we know it today. Gimmel Tammuz Resources What to do on Gimmel Tammuz Learn About the Rebbe Gimmel Tammuz Essays

Celebrate Lag BaOmer with Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Learn about Lag BaOmer and celebrate with us at our annual Lag BaOmer picnic and carnival! Lag BaOmer In Wisconsin with Chabad Lubavitch May 25, 2027 Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, who lived in the second century of the Common Era, was the first to publicly teach the mystical dimension of the Torah known as the Kabbalah, and is the author of the classic text of Kabbalah, the Zohar. On the day of his passing, Rabbi Shimon instructed his disciples to mark the date as “the day of my joy.” The chassidic masters explain that the final day of a righteous person’s earthly life marks the point at which all their deeds, teachings and work achieve their culminating perfection and the zenith of their impact upon our lives. So each Lag BaOmer, we celebrate Rabbi Shimon’s life and the revelation of the esoteric soul of Torah. Lag BaOmer also commemorates another joyous event. The Talmud relates that in the weeks between the Jewish holidays of Passover and Shavuot, a plague raged among the disciples of the great sage Rabbi Akiva (teacher of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai), “because they did not act respectfully towards each other.” These weeks are therefore observed as a period of mourning, with various joyous activities proscribed by law and custom. On Lag BaOmer the deaths ceased. Thus, Lag BaOmer also carries the theme of loving and respecting one’s fellow (ahavat Yisrael). Join Us for a Lag BaOmer Carnival & Picnic FREE entry! Rain or shine! Friday, May 16th 2:30-3:30PM for schools 3:30-4:30PM for community 6401 N. Santa Monica Blvd. Behind the JB, BHA & MJDS Campuses Inflatables | Entertainment | Games | Carnival Snacks ...And More! RSVP NOW Find a Lag BaOmer event at your local Chabad Cedarburg Jewish Discovery Center Chabad of the Bay Area Chabad of Bayside / The Shul Chabad of the East Side / The Shul East Chabad of Glendale & River Hills Chabad of Kenosha Chabad of Madison Chabad of Mequon Chabad of Waukesha & Brookfield Chabad of Wauwatosa Lag BaOmer Resources Lag BaOmer History What is Lag BaOmer Lag BaOmer Insights Lag BaOmer Stories Engage your kids in the holiday. Join Our Lag BaOmer Celebration

Explore Jewish holidays, traditions, and events across Wisconsin. Find celebrations, resources, and ways to connect throughout the year. Holidays Learn more about the holidays and how we can help make your celebrations even more meaningful. Rosh Hashanah Sept. 11-13, 2026 Rosh Hashanah commemorates the birthday of the universe, the day G‑d created Adam and Eve - the center of the universe. It celebrates the Jewish and the World New Year. The central observance of Rosh Hashanah is blowing the shofar (ram’s horn) on both mornings of the holiday (except on Shabbat). Together with Yom Kippur (which culminates 10 days of repentance), it is referred to as the Yamim Nora'im (Days of Awe, or High Holidays). Learn More Sept. 20-21, 2026 Yom Kippur Yom Kippur (The Day of Atonement) is the holiest day of the year, when we are closest to G‑d and the essence of our souls. Yom Kippur means “Day of Atonement,” as the verse states, “For on this day He will forgive you, to purify you, that you be cleansed from all your sins before G‑d.” For nearly 26 hours we abstain from food/drink, do not wash or apply lotions/creams, do not wear leather shoes & abstain from marital relations. We spend the day in prayer and asking for forgiveness. Learn More Sept. 25-Oct. 2 & Oct. 3-4, 2026 Sukkos & Simchat Torah Sukkot commemorates G‑d sheltering our ancestors as they traveled from Egypt to the Promised Land. The seven days of Sukkot are celebrated by dwelling in the sukkah, a temporary hut exposed to the weather; making a blessing as we hold the "Four Kinds" – a palm branch (lulav), two willows (aravot), a minimum of three myrtles (hadassim) and one citron (etrog) – and rejoicing. Sukkot is followed by Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah. Learn More Chanukah December 4-12, 2026 Chanukah commemorate the miraculous victory of a small group of Jewish people over their Greek oppressors, enabling them the observance of Torah and Mitzvot. In rededicating the Temple in Jerusalem, they found a jar of pure oil for one day of lighting which lasted for eight days. "The Festival of lights" is celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting, prayers, distribution of "Gelt" and fried foods. Learn More Purim March 22-23, 2027 The festival of Purim commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia from Haman’s plot to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews in a single day. It is celebrated with Megillah readings, gifts of food, charity to the poor, feasting, and merriment. Learn More April 21-29, 2027 Pesach Passover (Pesach) celebrates the deliverance of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt when we became a nation. On Pesach, we hold a seder where we tell the story of the exodus, eat matzah and bitter herbs, and drink four cups of wine. For the duration of Pesach, we don't eat anything leaven (chametz). Learn More Lag BaOmer May 25, 2027 Lag BaOmer honors the passing of the great sage and kabbalist Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, author of the Zohar. On the day of his passing, he revealed great secrets of the Torah and requested of his disciples to rejoice. Lag BaOmer also commemorates the end of a plague that raged amongst the disciples of Rabbi Akiva. It is celebrated by outings and bonfires, especially for children. Learn More Shavuos June 10-12, 2027 Shavuot marks the giving of the Torah on Mt. Sinai more than 33 hundred years ago. It is celebrated by reading of the Ten Commandments in synagogue, recalling and re-experiencing this monumental event. We stay up all night to learn Torah, feast on dairy foods, and more. Learn More June 17, 2027 Gimmel Tammuz The anniversary of the passing of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson of righteous memory. It is an opportunity to pay tribute and reflect on his continued impact as the leader responsible for stirring the conscience and spiritual awakening of world Jewry. Learn More

Chabad-Lubavitch of Wisconsin is dedicated to serving Jewish needs across the state of Wisconsin including Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Kenosha, Mequon, and more. One state. One people. One family. Every Jew. Welcome to the largest & fastest growing Jewish network in Wisconsin. More About Us Our Mission To serve every Jew in Wisconsin with Ahavat Yisrael – love and concern – meeting each one exactly where they're at. More About Us We're pulling back the curtain. How We Operate Serving Every Jew in Wisconsin We are an organization dedicated to providing a wide array of institutions and programs that serve the needs of every Jew in the state – from infants and college students to families and senior citizens...and everyone in between. Our Centers Dedicated to serving every Jew in Wisconsin, we have institutions and programs across the state. Find a Location Community Our community is each and every individual Jew – without distinction of any class or affiliation. Programs & Places to Connect Youth We provide programs, education, counseling, and Jewish connection from preschool through college. Youth Programs & Education Learning We offer extensive in-person classes, resources, lectures, texts, and more to deepen Jewish knowledge & identity. Opportunities to Learn & Grow Let's Get Social Load More Shabbat & Holiday Candle Lighting Scroll through the tabs to see times for Milwaukee, Madison, Kenosha, Green Bay, La Crosse, and Eau Claire. For a full list of times throughout the state, click here . Community Centers Cedarburg Jewish Discovery Center Chabad of the Bay Area Chabad of Bayside / The Shul Chabad of Downtown Chabad of the East Side / The Shul East Chabad of Glendale & River Hills / CLTC Lubavitch House Chabad of Kenosha Chabad of Madison The Peltz Center for Jewish Life - Mequon Chabad of Waukesha & Brookfield Chabad of Wauwatosa Social Services Friendship Circle The Comfort House at Rogers Memorial Senior Connection Chabad Cares Agudas Achim Cemetery Mikvahs Mikvah Chaya Moussia - Madison Chaya Mushka Mikvah - Milwaukee Mikvah Mei Menachem - Mequon Education Preschool Jewish Beginnings Lubavitch Preschool Mequon Jewish Preschool Chai Tots Preschool - Madison Brookfield Torah Tots Preschool Elementary School Bader Hillel Academy High School Bader Hillel High School Campus Chabad House at UW-Madison Chabad on Campus - Milwaukee Adult Education Beis Hamidrash - Adult Education Jewish Learning Institute Jewish Women's Circle Mequon Torah Center Hebrew School Chabad Hebrew School - Kenosha Chabad Hebrew School - Madison Chabad Hebrew School - Glendale Community Hebrew School - Bayside Pelz Hebrew School - Mequon Youth / Teens CTeen - Madison CTeen - Mequon CTeen - Milwaukee CTeen House at Nicolet High School Jewish Youth Foundation Camp Camp Gan Israel CKIDS Camp Gan Israel Camp Gan Israel - Waukesha Young Professionals Young Jewish Professionals Madison Young Jewish Professionals Milwaukee Lubavitch is a true gift to our community – enriching us all with the range and depth of its programs and services. - Mark Brickman No matter where you are with your Jewish life or how connected you are, you will always find a place here - A.L., 22 years old

Celebrate Shavuot with Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Discover service times, events, and resources to help you observe Shavuot meaningfully with your community! Shavuot In Wisconsin with Chabad Lubavitch May 21-23, 2026 Preceded by 49 days of counting in eager anticipation, Shavuot is a two-day Jewish holiday that commemorates the date when G‑d gave the Torah to the Jewish people at Mount Sinai over 3,000 years ago. The giving of the Torah was a far-reaching spiritual event—one that touched the essence of the Jewish soul for all times. Our sages have compared it to a wedding between G‑d and the Jewish people. Shavuot also means “oaths,” for on this day G‑d swore eternal devotion to us, and we in turn pledged everlasting loyalty to Him. Every year on the holiday of Shavuot we renew our acceptance of G‑d’s gift, and G‑d “re-gives” the Torah. Shavuot is celebrated through desisting from work, candle-lit dinners, staying up all night to study Torah , listening to the reading of the Ten Commandments in synagogue, enjoying dairy foods and more. Find a service, study session, or Shavuot celebration at your local Chabad! See A Full List of Events Cedarburg Jewish Discovery Center Chabad of the Bay Area Chabad of Bayside / The Shul Chabad on Campus MKE Chabad of the East Side / The Shul East Chabad of Glendale & River Hills Chabad of Kenosha Chabad of Madison Chabad of Mequon Chabad of Waukesha & Brookfield Chabad of Wauwatosa YJP Madison YJP Milwaukee Shavuot Resources Candle Lighting Times What is Shavuot Shavuot Insights The Story of Shavuot Shavuot Recipes Engage your kids in the holiday. Learn More

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Discover service times, events, and resources to help you connect spiritually, hear the shofar, and observe the Jewish New Year meaningfully with your community. Rosh Hashanah In Wisconsin with Chabad Lubavitch Sept. 11-13, 2026 Rosh Hashanah commemorates the birthday of the universe, the day G‑d created Adam and Eve - the center of the universe. It celebrates the Jewish and the World New Year. It begins at sundown on the eve of Tishrei 1 and ends after nightfall on Tishrei 2. The central observance of Rosh Hashanah is blowing the shofar (ram’s horn) on both mornings of the holiday (except on Shabbat), which is normally done in synagogue as part of the day’s services. Rosh Hashanah feasts traditionally include round challah bread (studded with raisins) and apples dipped in honey, as well as other sweet foods that symbolize our wishes for a sweet year. Other Rosh Hashanah observances include candle lighting in the evenings and desisting from creative work. (that's in every holiday so either it should be in every one or not even here . And if yes, it should be at the beginning of the observances.) Together with Yom Kippur (which culminates 10 days of repentance), it is referred to as the Yamim Nora'im (Days of Awe, or High Holidays). Find a shofar blowing, service, event, or meal near you! Cedarburg Jewish Discovery Center Chabad of the Bay Area Chabad of Bayside / The Shul Chabad of the East Side / The Shul East Chabad of Glendale & River Hills Chabad of Kenosha Chabad of Madison Chabad of Mequon Chabad of Waukesha & Brookfield Chabad of Wauwatosa Deli on Crown Friendship Circle of WI YJP Madison YJP Milwaukee Rosh Hashanah Resources Candle Lighting Times What is Rosh Hashanah Rosh Hashanah Study Rosh Hashanah Stories Rosh Hashanah Recipes Engage your kids in the holiday. Learn More

Chanukah In Wisconsin with Chabad Lubavitch December 4 - 12, 2026 Chanukah, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem after the Maccabees’ victory over the Syrian-Greek oppressors. Following the battle, the Jewish people found only a small amount of oil to light the menorah, enough to last just one day. Miraculously, the oil burned for eight days, allowing time to prepare more. This eight-day holiday is celebrated by lighting the menorah each night, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and spirit over oppression. If you need help securing a menorah, please contact us . Thanks to our incredible rabbis and rebbetzins, Chanukah is celebrated around the state all eight nights! Join us for our Chanukah Festival and Gelt Drop on Sunday, December 14th at Bayshore and click here for a full list of Chanukah activities and celebrations. Join us as we light up Milwaukee with our annual Chanukah Festival & Gelt Drop: a celebration of light, joy, and community for all ages! Sunday, December 14th at 4:00 PM The Yard at Bayshore Pre-register to get a FREE holographic gelt belt bag RSVP NOW Kick off your Chanukah with an inspiring show of Jewish pride at our annual Grand Car Menorah Parade! Start at Chabad of Mequon, parade through the suburbs of Milwaukee, and end at Bayshore for the grand Chanukah Festival & Gelt Drop. Limited number of menorahs available. RESERVE YOUR MENORAH For a full list of Chanukah activities & celebrations, click HERE or contact your local Chabad! Full List of Events Cedarburg Jewish Discovery Center Chabad of the Bay Area Chabad of Bayside / The Shul Chabad on Campus MKE Chabad of the East Side / The Shul East Chabad of Glendale & River Hills Chabad of Kenosha Chabad of Madison Chabad of Mequon Chabad of Waukesha & Brookfield Chabad of Wauwatosa Friendship Circle of Wisconsin UW Chabad - Madison Local Chanukah Chanukah Resources Menorah Lighting What is Chanukah Chanukah Insights The Story of Chanukah Chanukah Recipes Engage your kids in the holiday. Learn More

Celebrate Sukkot and Simchat Torah with Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Find events, service times, and resources to experience the joy of the festivals including ordering a lulav and etrog, purchasing or locating a sukkah, and finding a Simchat Torah celebration near you. Sukkot & Simchat Torah In Wisconsin with Chabad Lubavitch Sept. 25 - Oct. 4, 2026 Order Your Sukkot Supplies Sukkot Sukkot commemorates G‑d sheltering our ancestors as they traveled from Egypt to the Promised Land. The seven days of Sukkot are celebrated by dwelling in the sukkah, a temporary hut exposed to the weather; making a blessing as we hold the "Four Kinds" – a palm branch (lulav), two willows (aravot), a minimum of three myrtles (hadassim) and one citron (etrog) – and rejoicing. Sukkot — when we expose ourselves to the elements in greenery-covered huts — commemorates G‑d sheltering our ancestors as they traveled from Egypt to the Promised Land. The Four Kinds express our unity and our belief in G‑d’s omnipresence. Coming after the solemn High Holidays, Sukkot is a time of joy and happiness. The first two days (or one day in Israel) are yom tov, when work is forbidden, candles are lit in the evening, and festive meals are preceded with Kiddush and contain challah dipped in honey. The remainder of the days are quasi holidays, known as chol hamoed. We dwell in the sukkah and take the Four Kinds every day (except for Shabbat, when we do not take the Four Kinds). Simchat Torah Following the seven joyous days of Sukkot , we come to the happy holiday of Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah. In the diaspora, the first day is known by its biblical name, Shemini Atzeret. We still dwell in the sukkah, but without a blessing. Yizkor , the memorial for the departed, is also said on this day. The highlight of the second day, Simchat Torah (“The Joy of the Torah”), is the hakafot, held on both the eve and the morning of Simchat Torah, in which we march and dance with the Torah scrolls. After the final aliyah of the Torah, we immediately begin a new cycle from the beginning of Genesis (from a second Torah scroll); this is because as soon as we conclude studying the Torah, G‑d’s infinite wisdom, on one level, we immediately start again, this time to discover new and loftier interpretations. Both days are celebrated by nightly candle lighting, festive meals at both night and day, and desisting from work . In Israel, the entire holiday is compacted into one heady 24-hour period. For access to a sukkah and a full list of Sukkot & Simchat Torah holiday celebrations, contact your local Chabad! Cedarburg Jewish Discovery Center Chabad of the Bay Area Chabad of Bayside / The Shul Chabad of the East Side / The Shul East Chabad of Glendale & River Hills Chabad of Kenosha Chabad of Madison Chabad of Mequon Chabad of Waukesha & Brookfield Chabad of Wauwatosa Friendship Circle of Wisconsin Save The Date! Sunday, October 12th | 4-7 PM 6789 N. Green Bay Ave. | Glendale, WI Expect all the goodness you love: LED dance floor, rides, tasty food, 21+ sukkah lounge, and more! Plus, there will be some exciting new additions you won't want to miss. So pencil us in! Or better yet, grab the permanent marker. Get Your Tickets Sukkot Resources Candle Lighting Times What is Sukkot Sukkot Study Sukkot Stories Sukkot Recipes Simchat Torah Resources Candle Lighting Times What is Simchat Torah Simchat Torah Study Simchat Torah Stories Simchat Torah Recipes Engage your kids in the holiday. Learn More

Observe Yom Kippur with Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Find service times and resources to guide your spiritual journey on the holiest day of the Jewish year, the Day of Atonement. Yom Kippur At Lubavitch of Wisconsin September 20-21, 2026 Yom Kippur (The Day of Atonement) is a fast day and is the holiest day of the year, when we are closest to G‑d and to the essence of our souls. Yom Kippur means “Day of Atonement,” as the verse states, “For on this day He will forgive you, to purify you, that you be cleansed from all your sins before G‑d.” For nearly 26 hours we abstain from food and drink, do not wash or apply lotions or creams, do not wear leather footwear, and abstain from marital relations. We spend the day in prayer and asking for forgiveness. Find a service at your local Chabad Cedarburg Jewish Discovery Center Chabad of the Bay Area Chabad of Bayside / The Shul Chabad of the East Side / The Shul East Chabad of Glendale & River Hills Chabad of Kenosha Chabad of Madison Chabad of Mequon Chabad of Waukesha & Brookfield Chabad of Wauwatosa YJP Madison YJP Milwaukee Yom Kippur Resources Candle Lighting Times What is Yom Kippur Yom Kippur Study Yom Kippur Stories Observing Yom Kippur Engage your kids in the holiday. Learn More

Celebrate Passover (Pesach) with Lubavitch of Wisconsin. Find Passover programs, and resources to experience the joy of the festival including ordering shmurah matzah and finding a Seder near you. Pesach In Wisconsin with Chabad Lubavitch April 21-29, 2027 Order Shmurah Matzah Now Sell Your Chametz The eight-day Jewish holiday of Passover is celebrated in the early spring, from the 15th through the 22nd of the Hebrew month of Nissan, April 12 - 20, 2025. Passover (Pesach) celebrates the deliverance of the Jewish people from slavery in ancient Egypt, when we became a nation. Pesach is observed by avoiding leaven (chametz), and highlighted by the "Seders" on the first two nights. They include four cups of wine, eating matzah and bitter herbs, and retelling the story of the Exodus. In Hebrew it is known as Pesach (which means “to pass over”), because G‑d passed over the Jewish homes when punishing the Egyptian's firstborn on the very first Passover eve, forcing them to let the Jewish people go free. For access to a seder and a full list of holiday programs, contact your local Chabad! Cedarburg Jewish Discovery Center Chabad of the Bay Area Chabad of Bayside / The Shul Chabad of the East Side / The Shul East Chabad of Glendale & River Hills Chabad of Kenosha Chabad of Madison Chabad of Mequon Chabad of Waukesha & Brookfield Chabad of Wauwatosa Pesach Resources Candle Lighting Times What is Pesach Pesach Study The Haggadah Pesach Recipes Engage your kids in the holiday. Learn More

Discover Lubavitch of Wisconsin, connecting Jews across the state through education, community programs, and meaningful Jewish experiences for all ages. Our mission To serve every Jew in Wisconsin with Ahavat Yisrael – love and concern – meeting each one exactly where they're at. The Lubavitcher Rebbe & Our Mission The Lubavitcher Rebbe revitalized post-holocaust Jewry. His profound vision of reaching out to every Jew in every corner of the world with love and concern became the foundation for the mission of Lubavitch of Wisconsin. The Rebbe's teachings ignite awareness of the hidden wealth inside every individual – regardless of how they or others feel about them/selves – and motivate the desire to fulfill one's full potential. Accessibility We provide programs and institutions dedicated to serving the diverse needs of every Jew throughout the state – from infants, teens, and college students to families and senior citizens. Openness We aren't here to judge. We aren't concerned with your affiliation, denomination, when you've last been to services, or what you ate for lunch. We care about you . Authenticity We immovably represent Judaism and Torah – even as our methodology evolves to remain on the cutting edge. In our rapidly changing world, the commitment to authentic, timeless values is what sets us apart. Agility We will not sit by when there are Jews in need. We are not beholden to unnecessary bureaucracies, rather we're guided by the needs of our fellow Jews and the means we have to assist them. Our Operating Philosophy Lubavitch of Wisconsin Staff Rabbi Yisroel Shmotkin Founder & President ris@chabadwi.org Rabbi Mendel Shmotkin CEO & Executive VP rms@chabadwi.org Devorah Shmotkin Director of Education bds@chabadwi.org May Xiong Archive/ Office Assistant may@chabadwi.org Nancy Yang Accounting nancylee@chabadwi.org Lilian Arias Office Admin lilian@chabadwi.org Lauren Balda Director of Events & Corp. Sponsorship lauren@chabadwi.org Elizabeth Behrendt Development Director elizabeth@chabadwi.org Olivia Dardis Marketing Coordinator olivia@chabadwi.org Katelyn Fox Accounting katelyn@chabadwi.org Lindsay Goldner Director of Marketing lindsay@chabadwi.org Bill Hanson Controller bill@chabadwi.org Sue Landry Assistant Controller susan@chabadwi.org Becky Rivett Executive Assistant becky@chabadwi.org