Traveling Jewishly: Practical Ways to Keep Shabbat & Kosher While Away From Home This Summer
Thursday, May 28th at 6:00 PM
Location: Online via Zoom
Rabbi Grussgott will be teaching a class about traveling on Shabbat. Come to learn about how to navigate the traditions and challenges of Shabbat and Jewish living while traveling, including: hotel rooms on Shabbat, keeping kosher away from home, what to prioritize when you can’t do everything, and more.
There is no cost for this class, but please do register to help us plan and anticipate how many will be joining us.
This class is part of the Jewish Life Skills series, a new learning opportunity focusing on the practical “how-to” in Jewish life, including hands-on activities.
Do you have a topic you want to learn more about? Send an email to our Programs and Engagement Director at henri@kisyn.org.
Kehilath Israel Synagogue Introduces
Summer Social: Come Schmooze With Us
Join us on the last Sunday of the month over the summer for casual gatherings in member homes. All ages and guests welcome, family-friendly and adult-only options available.
Dates/Time: 5:30 pm on 5/31, 6/28, 7/26 | End of summer Pool Party on 8/30 Time TBD
Cost Per Date: $15 Per Person / $35 Per Family For Light Dinner
This event takes place in small groups over multiple host homes. We are in need of people to volunteer to be hosts. If you are interested in hosting, please indicate this on your registration, then our Programs and Engagement Director will contact you.
Deadline for May 31st event is 11:59 PM on Sunday, May 24th for food and host coordination purposes.
Currently accepting registrations for Sunday, May 31st
Enjoy a cookout for Lag B’Omer with your friends and guests at KI on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Menu to include hot dogs, chips, corn on the cob, watermelon, cookies, and pareve s’mores; featuring lawn games, pareve smores, and music.
Until 4/30: $15 per adult or $25 per adult(s) with children
5/1 and After: $25 per adult or $35 per adult(s) with children
KI Men’s Club Whiskey Tasting at Riverwood Winery
Date: May 17th, 2026
Join us for a men’s afternoon out featuring a guided whiskey tasting, light lunch, and great company.
Transportation provided
Departs KI at 11:45 AM | Returns to KI at 5:00 PM
Cost: $25 for KI Men’s Club Members / $35 for Non-Members
Deadline: Wednesday, May 13th
The KI Men’s Club is looking forward to a great 2026 filled with exciting programs!
2026 Activities:
- May 17th Whiskey Tasting @ Riverwood Winery
- June – Royals Game
- August – Volunteering together at the Maccabi Games
- September/October – Men’s Club Hosted Community Sukkot Dinner
- November – Meat Smoking Class
- December – Historic Jewish Kansas City Bus Tour
- Various Dates – Speaker Series (2026 dates TBD)
These activities come at a cost to the Men’s Club, including guest speaker honorariums, group transportation, subsidized group activity rates, administrative costs, and supplies. We ask that Men’s Club members contribute $75 annually to support the club’s budget.
This year, we have created an incentive for members new to KI and the men’s club to receive their first year free.
For any questions, please contact the Men’s Club steering committee at mensclub@kisyn.org.
Steering Committee Members: Frank Tankard (Chair), Mike Abrams (Treasurer), Pete Cabell, Jonathan Freiden, Ben Gaeddert, Clint Gillom, Bill Greenberg, Jacob Hjelmaas, Ari Lubowicz, Dr. Arnold Tropp