Children & Family
Current & Upcoming
Stuff-a-Truck Diaper Drive
Oct 02, 2022 1:00PM—3:00PM
JCA of Southern Maine parking lot 1342 Congress Street, Portland
Cost Free
Please join us for a family-friendly event to raise awareness during Diaper Need Awareness Week. Help us stuff-a-truck full of donated diapers! Anyone who donates diapers will be entered into a raffle to win Sea Dogs tickets for the 2023 season. Slugger the Sea Dog will make a special appearance and we’ll have a visit…
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Lion King Musical Theater – Youth Program for Ages 6-14
Oct 06, 2022 4:00PM—6:00PM
JCA 1342 Congress St Portland, ME 04102
Cost $250.00
RegisterThe Lion King Audition Information October 6th – 4:00-6:00PM JCA, Portland Ages: 6-14 *Every child will be given a part in the play. *If you cannot make the audition please let us know and we’ll find another time for your child. Rehearsal Information First rehearsal: October 13th 4:00PM Rehearsals every week on Thursday and Friday…
View MoreFamily Shabbat, Shake the Lulav!
Oct 14, 2022 5:00PM—6:00PM
Etz Chaim synagogue
Cost Free of charge
Led by Cantor Sheila Nesis, join us for a 45 minutes Family Shabbat filled with songs, a story, birthday blessings and Shabbat treats! All are welcome, especially children ages 0-7 and their caregivers!
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Family Shabbat Service
Oct 14, 2022 6:00PM—7:00PM
Congregation Bet Ha'am - 81 Westbrook Street, South Portland
Family Shabbat services take place once a month at Congregation Bet Ha’am and are geared towards families with elementary school aged children. The service includes musical instruments, a story, and a birthday blessing. Religious school students make presentations and lead prayers. As of August 2022, Bet Ha’am requires masks during Family Shabbat Services.
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Center Day Camp – Maine Mariners Night!
Oct 23, 2022 2:00PM—6:00PM
Cumberland County Civic Center Portland, ME
Cost $30.00
RegisterRegistration includes: ticket, dinner at the game, exclusive in game experiences, transportation, and more!
View MoreFamily Shabbat, A Hanukkah Celebration!
Dec 16, 2022 5:00PM—6:00PM
Etz Chaim synagogue
Cost Free of charge
Led by Cantor Sheila Nesis, join us for a 45 minutes Family Shabbat filled with songs, a story, birthday blessings and Shabbat treats! All are welcome, especially children ages 0-7 and their caregivers!
View MoreLight up the Night
Dec 23, 2022 6:00PM—7:30PM
Congregation Bet Ha'am - 81 Westbrook Street, South Portland
Celebrate Shabbat and light your chanukiah with dozens of families! We will sing Chanukah songs, play instruments, sing our monthly birthday blessing, and end the evening with Chanukah sweets and child-friendly activities. *As of August 2022, Bet Ha’am requires masks at Family Shabbats.
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Movies and Chinese Food
Dec 25, 2022 12:00PM—5:00PM
Cohen Hall at the JCA, 1342 Congress Street, Portland, ME
More details TBA
View MoreFamily Shabbat, Celebrating the Birthday of the Trees!
Feb 03, 2023 5:00PM—6:00PM
Etz Chaim synagogue
Cost Free of charge
Led by Cantor Sheila Nesis, join us for a 45 minutes Family Shabbat filled with songs, a story, birthday blessings and Shabbat treats! All are welcome, especially children ages 0-7 and their caregivers!
View MoreFamily Shabbat, Welcoming Shabbat together!
Apr 14, 2023 5:00PM—6:00PM
Etz Chaim synagogue
Cost Free of charge
Led by Cantor Sheila Nesis, join us for a 45 minutes Family Shabbat filled with songs, a story, birthday blessings and Shabbat treats! All are welcome, especially children ages 0-7 and their caregivers!
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