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Chabad UIC & West Loop is a Jewish community center dedicated to serving the Jewish and social needs of UIC & Rush students and the West Loop community. It is a place where all can feel welcome and comfortable regardless of observance and affiliation. We offer Shabbat dinners, Jewish holiday events, Torah classes, programs for kids, social events and more. Please don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear from you!
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Shabbat & Holidays
Candle Lighting Times
Chicago, IL 60607
Light Shabbat / Holiday Candles at
6:10 PM  -  Friday, October 2
Light Holiday Candles after
7:10 PM  -  Shabbat, October 3
Holiday Ends
7:08 PM  -  Sunday, October 4
Weekly Torah Portion
Vezot Hab'rachah
Upcoming Holiday
Sukkot
Sep. 25 - Oct. 2
Daily Thought
Celebrate for Prophet
Rabbi Jonah said, “The prophet Jonah ben Amitai was just another pilgrim to the Temple. He walked into the Sukkot celebration, the divine spirit rested upon him, and he became a prophet.” The Magid of Mezritch taught: Joy is the path to the divine. And Sukkot is a time for joy. A joy that can lift everyone to the highest heights...