Scottish Council of Jewish Communities
SCoJeC is the representative body of the Jewish communities in Scotland. See www.scojec.org for more information, resources and publications. Click on the events below for full info and to book.
Shabbaton B'Teva - Isle of Arran Shabbaton 2025
Friday 13 June 2025
Join us for a beautiful Shabbat away on the Isle of Arran!
We'll have Shabbat meals, celebrations, Jewish learning, hiking, swimming, and an amazing time together over the weekend.
We will be staying at the Lochranza Centre on the north of the island. The accommodation is in shared bunkrooms (2-4 people sharing) with ensuite bathrooms. All meals, activities and accommodation are included in the cost of the Shabbaton. Participants are responsible for booking their own transportation, although recommended transport links will be sent to registered participants.
Note - this Shabbaton is aimed at those aged 22-40, but all are welcome (18+), please be in touch with Sydney at sydney@scojec.org if you have any questions about whether this Shabbaton will be a good fit for you.
All activities on the Shabbaton will be Shabbat observant, and we would encourage all participants to use this opportunity to unplug and settle into the Shabbat vibe. All food will be both kosher and vegetarian.
The Isle of Arran
Chodesh Shevat
Tuesday 28 January 2025
Join the Scottish Council of Jewish Communities (SCoJeC) and Teva for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gathering. We'll be coming together for the month of Shevat on Tuesday, January 28 from 6:30-8:30 at Glasgow Maccabi. We'll be learning about the new Jewish month, as well as different activities incorporating crafting, making, and exploring the seasons through a Jewish lense. Everyone is welcome to join us, but please RSVP to Sydney@scojec.org. Recommended donation of ￡5 per person.
Glasgow Maccabi
Public Protection and Community Wellbeing
Sunday 19 January 2025
The Community is invited to meet senior representatives of Police Scotland to discuss the vigil on 6th October 2024, antisemitism, community safety and other topics.
Please note the venue will be disclosed near the event
Glasgow, Southside venue
First Minister's Questions
Thursday 14 November 2024
A Public Community Meeting
Your chance to put *your* questions about Scottish Government policies to John Swinney in person.
Hybrid: in Glasgow, Edinburgh, and zoom.
Physical venues tbc.
Pre-registration essential.
Jewish Community Election Hustings
Monday 1 July 2024
Jewish Community Election Hustings
Refreshments will be provided.
Giffnock
Cooking with the Community
Sunday 23 June 2024
Come join the talented and experimental chef/teacher, Fabienne Viner Luzzato as she 'Cooks with the Community.' French with Tunisian and Italian origins and the youngest of seven children, Fabienne will teach us how to make an array of dishes close to her heart, with recipes deep in heritage with stories to tell.
You’ll be able to watch Fabienne in action, even help out in the kitchen, try some yummy food and take some fantastic recipes home with you!
The workshop will explore Tunisian and Middle Eastern inspired plates to share and will be fully vegetarian.
*This Workshop contains nuts - please let us know of any allergies directly - demi@scojec.org*
With thanks to Netherlee & Clarkston Charitable Trust for their support.
Part of Refugee Festival Scotland.
We recommend Age 12+ for this event. All children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult.
This is a FREE event but donations are most welcome to help us continue to do this kind of work with our community.
Giffnock (Precise location to be emailed upon registration)
Facing our differences:Launch of A Jewish-Christian Glossary
Wednesday 19 June 2024
Join us online for a panel discussion hosted by Revd Dr Nathan Eddy (Council of Christians and Jews). Our esteemed panellists will discuss the creation of a Jewish-Christian glossary by the Church of Scotland and the Office of the Chief Rabbi.
The glossary explores various terms significant to both Judaism and Christianity. The intention behind this project is to help members of each faith appreciate their differences as well as similarities, by providing a
model that focuses on language to inspire respect and curiosity. By using many of the same terms such as ‘justice’, ‘grace’ and ‘covenant’ the glossary helps uncover how the same words can be used and heard
very differently.
Our webinar will delve into the process of compiling the glossary, explore some of the terms in depth, and discuss the potential impact on future collaboration/dialogue. The discussion will be followed by an opportunity for the audience to ask questions.
Senior Israeli Official and hostage family members (CANCELLED)
Wednesday 5 June 4 PM
If you require coach transportation from the South side of Glasgow to the location please email office@glasgowjewishrepcouncil.org with your name, contact details and number of spaces needed by 12pm on Monday 3rd June latest
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Garnethill Hebrew Congregation and the Israeli Embassy, supported by the Scottish Council of Jewish Communities and Glasgow Jewish Representative Council presents, Senior Israeli Official and hostage family members. Moderated by Paul Harris (Editor of the Jewish Telegraph).
City Centre
CANCELLED BYOBBQ Lag B'omer Family Fun Park Day
Sunday 26 May 2024
Bring your own disposable BBQ and food to cook and eat in the park in a community
setting to mark Lag B’Omer. Family fun for all/ Children’s activities too!
(specific location meet-up to be provided/emailed upon signing up nearer to the time)
with thanks to Netherlee & Clarkston Charitable Trust for their support.
The Helix
Bake to Remember
Thursday 25 January 2024
The Scottish Council of Jewish Communities are excited to be teaming up with the Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre to bring to you this ‘Bake to Remember’ workshop on Thursday 25th January 4pm-7pm (drop-in), to mark this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day (27th January).
Come along to our drop in workshop where you will be able to relax, meet like minded people, grab a drink and bake your own yummy challah bread in time for Shabbat. Whilst your Challah bakes, you will have an opportunity to explore the beautiful Garnethill building, including the purpose built Scottish Holocaust-era Study Centre.
Attendees must be 16+
This is a FREE event (with donations welcome). Pre-registration on the below link is required to attend the event.
Last admittance will be 6pm
Refreshments will be provided.
With thanks to Garnethill Hebrew Congregation and Interfaith Scotland
Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre
Calderwood Lodge Primary School 60th brunch
Sunday 5 November 2023
Calderwood Lodge is celebrating 60 years! We invite you to join us, along with special guests, past & present students, and the wider community - to celebrate this amazing milestone! Join us for Shacharit, Brunch & Festivities (including kids activities).
9:30am Shacharit (optional) - 10.30am brunch and festivities
Calderwood Primary School
INVITED GUESTS - Calderwood Lodge Primary School 60th brunch
Sunday 5 November 2023
Calderwood Lodge is celebrating 60 years! We invite you to join us, along with special guests, past & present students, and the wider community - to celebrate this amazing milestone! Join us for Shacharit, Brunch & Festivities (including kids activities).
9:30am Shacharit (optional) - 10.30am brunch and festivities
Calderwood Lodge Primary School
POSTPONED - An Evening of Klezmer
Sunday 22 October 2023
Join us, Scottish Council of Jewish Communities and Glasgow Jewish Representative Council, for an evening of Klezmer with Phil Alexander and Kapelye Mòr. Refreshments will be provided.
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7pm start, prompt
Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue
Service of Solidarity
Thursday 12 October 2023
The Scottish Council of Jewish Communities and Glasgow Jewish Representative Council invite you to a Service of Solidarity.
Doors open at 7:30pm. The service will run 8pm-9pm.
Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue
Holocaust Memorial Day Event by Jewish Students in Scotland
Tuesday 24 January 2023
For the first time all of the Jewish Societies in Scotland are coming together to remember the victims and survivors of the Holocaust. We invite you to join us and show solidarity by remembering the past for a better future. A future where we all stand together united against antisemitism, hate, and discrimination. A world where 'never again’ is a reality.
Supported by the Netherlee and Clarkston Charitable Trust.
Edinburgh Hebrew Congregation Hall
Lights and Heroes: Chanukah Candle Lighting (CANCELLED)
Thursday 22 December 2022
We invite you to celebrate the Festival of Lights with us! We will learn how to make the best latkes together — followed by some light competition with a fun Chanukah Quiz! Finally, we will finish the night with a candle lighting led by the East of Scotland chaplains, Ayalah and Rabbi Eliran Shabo.
