{"title": "Blood Drive", "start": "2026-11-11T13:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-11T19:00:00-05:00", "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": [], "description": "CRS Fall Blood Drive is a blood donation drive. Congregation Rodeph Sholom hosts it to help The New York Blood Center combat blood shortages, grounding the effort in the Jewish obligation of pikuach nefesh, acting to preserve life. Donors can save up to three lives in just one hour; they should eat well and hydrate, bring a photo ID, feel well and symptom free, be 17 or older (or 16 with a parental consent form), and meet minimum weight requirements.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/blood-drive-81175/", "official_url": "https://rodephsholom.org/event/crs-fall-blood-drive/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/5edeb4db5d17274e1c245f50c95c102994c1b2c1afe81c19156dbf222428737a-1200.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-11T13:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-11T19:00:00-05:00", "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Fall Blood Drive", "start": "2026-11-08T09:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-08T15:00:00-05:00", "place": "McKinnon Hall (Grammar School)", "address": "48 East 84th Street, New York, NY 10028", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["wellness/health"], "description": "The Fall Blood Drive is a blood donation drive held in McKinnon Hall. It is organized by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Saint Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church. Donors must be at least 17, or 16 with a parental consent form, bring a photo ID, and meet minimum weight requirements. Appointments can be scheduled in advance through the drive's sign-up page.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/fall-blood-drive-55549/", "official_url": "https://ignatius.nyc/event/blood-drive/", "image": ""}, {"title": "Blood Drive", "start": "2026-11-17T08:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-17T22:00:00-05:00", "place": "Yeshiva University - Wilf Campus", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["wellness/health"], "description": "A blood drive held at Yeshiva University's Wilf Campus in New York City. It is organized by Student Life at Yeshiva University. Donations support New York Blood Center Enterprises, one of the largest community-based, non-profit blood collection and distribution organizations in the United States. NYBCe serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to serving patients and advancing global public health.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/blood-drive-81791/", "official_url": "", "image": ""}, {"title": "Rodeph Sholom School Book Fair", "start": "2026-11-05T00:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-06T00:00:00-05:00", "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "markets", "tags": ["literature/books", "occasion"], "description": "Rodeph Sholom School Book Fair is the annual book fair of Rodeph Sholom School, held at Congregation Rodeph Sholom. Alongside the fair, the Parents Association collects new and gently used books for children and youth to donate to Project Cicero, which supports students and teachers in under-resourced New York City classrooms, and gently used PJ Library books for the school library and classroom Judaica collections. Donations can be placed in clear bins outside the 79th and 84th Street buildings, and visitors can also 'Buy a Book, Donate a Book' at a table near the checkout during the fair. Parents and grandparents are invited to volunteer together to help make the event a success for the children and community.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/rodeph-sholom-school-book-fair-81160/", "official_url": "https://rodephsholom.org/event/rodeph-sholom-school-book-fair/", "image": ""}, {"title": "Sprouts Adventure Playtime Fall 2026", "start": "2026-11-10T16:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-10T17:00:00-05:00", "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "price": "$25 (Members) / $30 (Non-Member)", "price_from": "25.00", "price_to": "30.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["community/playgroup", "religion/jewish"], "description": "Sprouts Adventure Playtime Fall 2026 is a weekly drop-in offering for children ages 2 to 4, who must attend with a grown up. It is run by Congregation Rodeph Sholom, a congregation in New York City. Each Tuesday hour is filled with playtime, Jewish-themed hands-on activities around Shabbat and holidays, and interactive story time. Through music, games, stories, and celebration, children play, learn, explore, and create together.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/sprouts-adventure-playtime-fall-2026-52171/", "official_url": "https://rodephsholom.org/event/sprouts-adventure-playtime-fall-2026/2026-10-27/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/8719f7db12c2b0dbc5d6ec218d27defc7132bfef9acfb9be3c2033a1db970ed5-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Young Members Circle: Interfaith Volunteering with Sunday Lunch Program", "start": "2026-11-15T05:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Temple Emanu-El", "address": "East 65th Street 1", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["community/volunteering", "religion/jewish"], "description": "A volunteer opportunity in which young members help serve lunch to community members in need, fulfilling the mitzvah of ha'achalat re'evim, feeding the hungry. It is hosted by Temple Emanu-El, which has served lunch for more than 40 years without missing a single week, together with its Muslim partners from Peace Islands Institute. Volunteering is followed by an interfaith pizza lunch at a nearby restaurant, and space is limited.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/young-members-circle-interfaith-volunteering-with-sunday-lun-114050/", "official_url": "https://emanuelnyc.org/calendar/ymcvolunteering-with-sunday-lunch-program/?occurrence=2026-11-15", "image": "https://noky.io/images/472ae51cf746f8c4a61d6eb3483e13a05648775dfd944d94b67cda1d743053f7-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Family Shabbat | Israeli Hug Center at Rodeph Sholom", "start": "2026-11-14T16:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-14T18:00:00-05:00", "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "price": "$30 per family", "price_from": "30.00", "price_to": "30.00", "category": "worship", "tags": ["religion/jewish/shabbat"], "description": "Family Shabbat | Israeli Hug Center at Rodeph Sholom is a family Shabbat gathering for families with children aged 0 to 4. The Israeli Hug Center at Congregation Rodeph Sholom hosts it, inviting families to enjoy Shabbat together with other Israeli families on the Upper West Side. The gatherings take place once a month on a Friday or Saturday, marking holidays and occasions in Hebrew with songs, activities, crafts and games for children, and there is always coffee for the parents.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/family-shabbat-israeli-hug-center-at-rodeph-sholom-81184/", "official_url": "https://rodephsholom.org/event/family-shabbat-israeli-hug-center-at-rodeph-sholom-%d7%a9%d7%91%d7%aa-%d7%9e%d7%a9%d7%a4%d7%97%d7%95%d7%aa-%d7%9c%d7%a7%d7%98%d7%a0%d7%98%d7%a0%d7%99%d7%9d/2026-11-14/", "image": ""}, {"title": "Sharing Table", "start": "2026-11-08T16:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-08T17:30:00-05:00", "place": "First Church of Christ", "address": "524 Park Avenue, 10065 New York, NY", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["community/volunteering"], "description": "Sharing Table is a weekly volunteer gathering that serves a hot meal and toiletries to over 130 guests. It is run by Christ Church NYC, which welcomes new volunteers; a lead volunteer gives an orientation on-site, and volunteers arrive at 3:00 pm to make sandwiches and prepare. Serving begins at 4:30, with cleanup normally done by 6:00 pm. Children are welcome, though it may be a better experience for kids 8 and up; sign-up and questions go to Brandon Batson.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/sharing-table-75387/", "official_url": "https://www.christchurchnyc.online/events/sharing-table-cepfr-prt47-bm6sx-zpjsx-wt4kt-a8lkn-9mslt", "image": "https://noky.io/images/70b15da373bdf07e9a1b49495b1667f11587f08c1c638e027b9aecd6b7b8b984-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Volunteer with Backpack Buddies", "start": "2026-11-06T10:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["community/volunteering", "society/food-bank"], "description": "Volunteer with Backpack Buddies is a volunteer session where participants pack and deliver backpacks with free meals for school-aged children facing weekend food insecurity. It is run by members of Congregation Rodeph Sholom, who have carried out this work for over 10 years. While many children are eligible for free breakfast and lunch during the week, these benefits do not extend into weekends or school breaks, leaving many without the food they need.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/volunteer-with-backpack-buddies-52176/", "official_url": "https://rodephsholom.org/event/volunteer-with-backpack-buddies-3-2/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/b299aa15f8e3641459d11651cc0818439dd2781697f8c7a985bcdcf05db62459-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Erev Shabbat Service", "start": "2026-11-13T18:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-13T19:00:00-05:00", "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "worship", "tags": ["religion/jewish"], "description": "Erev Shabbat Service is a Friday night service with music, prayer, and meaningful reflection, followed by a nosh and schmooze with congregants, guests, and clergy. Congregation Rodeph Sholom in New York City holds it, welcoming anyone seeking community, spirituality, or a moment of peace. On the first Friday of each month, birthdays are celebrated together, and a livestream is available on the congregation's website and Facebook page.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/erev-shabbat-service-52182/", "official_url": "https://rodephsholom.org/event/erev-shabbat-service/2026-10-30/", "image": ""}, {"title": "Family Shabbat Together Pre-K to 6th Grade", "start": "2026-11-13T17:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-13T19:00:00-05:00", "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "worship", "tags": ["religion/jewish/shabbat", "occasion/friendsgiving"], "description": "Family Shabbat Together Pre-K to 6th Grade is an evening for families with children in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, held in the spirit of Friendsgiving. Congregation Rodeph Sholom invites families to begin together in the main sanctuary for a special Shabbat of Gratitude service. Afterwards, families move into smaller dinner rooms to share a Shabbat meal, play fun games, and take part in a meaningful mitzvah project together. The evening celebrates gratitude, community, and the season of giving.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/family-shabbat-together-pre-k-to-6th-grade-81183/", "official_url": "https://rodephsholom.org/event/family-shabbat-together-pre-k-to-6th-grade/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/303382047e887cded7774ca348a7d31277c63e343d6ea0665904ed7e0e9e0999-1200.webp"}, {"title": "“Hotter than Usual” | Israeli Hug Center at Rodeph Sholom", "start": "2026-11-09T18:30:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "price": "", "price_from": "39.00", "price_to": "39.00", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["wellness/menopause", "community"], "description": "\"Hotter than Usual\" is a gathering of the Israeli Hug Center at Congregation Rodeph Sholom. The community \"Lohotot Me(r)gil\" is a supportive community of Israeli women going through menopause, a community of women who understand exactly what you are going through. The event takes place at Congregation Rodeph Sholom on West 83rd Street in New York. Registration is available through the congregation's page.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/hotter-than-usual-israeli-hug-center-at-rodeph-sholom-81171/", "official_url": "https://rodephsholom.org/event/hotter-than-usual-israeli-hug-center-at-rodeph-sholom-3/2026-11-09/", "image": ""}, {"title": "NextDor Mitzvah Night", "start": "2026-11-12T19:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Park Avenue Synagogue", "address": "East 87th Street 50, 10128", "price": "", "price_from": "25.00", "price_to": "25.00", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["community/volunteering"], "description": "NextDor Mitzvah Night is an evening of hands-on volunteering at Park Avenue Synagogue. Participants roll up their sleeves and assemble care packages for neighbors in need.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/nextdor-mitzvah-night-54693/", "official_url": "https://pasyn.org/events/2026-27/adult-engagement/november/nextdor-mitzvah-night/", "image": ""}, {"title": "Evening Mah Jongg", "start": "2026-11-05T18:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-05T20:30:00-05:00", "place": "Congregation Rodeph Sholom", "address": "West 83rd Street 7, 10024 New York", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["games/board-games/mahjong"], "description": "Evening Mah Jongg is a monthly open-play evening for Mah Jongg players. It is hosted by members of Congregation Rodeph Sholom at the congregation itself. Beginners and experienced players are welcome, though it is not a class and everyone should be able to play on their own. Drinks and limited snacks are served, and players should bring their own 2026 Mah Jongg Card.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/evening-mah-jongg-81161/", "official_url": "https://rodephsholom.org/event/evening-mah-jongg-3/2026-11-05/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/2352e06f9501de5b81db35c83f10b30aa0abd1d533be9fc60770c4404a007b7f-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Serving Our Neighbors", "start": "2026-11-14T12:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Epiphany Church", "address": "Atlantic Avenue 960, 11238", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "worship", "tags": ["community/volunteering"], "description": "Serving Our Neighbors is a volunteer opportunity at Epiphany Church, with the November 7 date offering pantry service with CHiPS. Epiphany Church is partnering with CHiPS, HOPE for New York, Children's Rescue Fund and CAMBA to serve individuals and families across NYC through food distribution, Thanksgiving celebrations, community resources and practical assistance. Volunteer assignments, locations and shift times vary by organization, and registered volunteers will receive additional information. Space is limited for each opportunity, and participants select where they would like to serve during registration.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/serving-our-neighbors-52474/", "official_url": "https://epiphanybk.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3974299", "image": ""}, {"title": "Teens: Food Pantry Packing", "start": "2026-11-04T17:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Park Avenue Synagogue", "address": "East 87th Street 50, 10128", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["religion/jewish", "society/food-bank"], "description": "Teens: Food Pantry Packing is a drop-in program where teenagers pack food. It is almost entirely teen-led and takes place at Park Avenue Synagogue on 87th Street. Each Wednesday, participants pack food and share a teaching about tikkun olam.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/teens-food-pantry-packing-79456/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/64fdcb66ee63184970561c682a0b997d9adb75785031adc5188f7ba6c822e7f5-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Fall New York Common Pantry Sandwich Brigade", "start": "2026-11-15T12:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-15T15:00:00-05:00", "place": "Wallace Hall", "address": "980 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10028", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["community/volunteering", "society/poverty"], "description": "The Fall New York Common Pantry Sandwich Brigade is a volunteer gathering that packs 1200 sandwich bags for food-insecure neighbors. It takes place in Wallace Hall, after the 11 AM Masses. The event is organized by Family Ministry at Saint Ignatius Loy Catholic Church, and donations of juice boxes, granola bars, bread, peanut butter, jelly, clementines, and apples are needed by November 12th to make the packing possible.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/fall-new-york-common-pantry-sandwich-brigade-79558/", "official_url": "https://ignatius.nyc/event/fall-new-york-common-pantry-sandwich-brigade/", "image": ""}]}