Join the Wisenheimers!
The Wisenheimers are a community of Shir Tikvah members 50+ looking to connect, build community, and have fun. If you have questions or are looking for more information please don’t hesitate to reach out to Rabbi Jayce at rabbijayce@shirtikvahmn.org.
Upcoming programs for summer, fall, and early winter of 2026 include:
Wisenheimers Coffee & Planning | Thursday July 16th, 10-11 AM
Join R’ Jayce at Shir Tikvah for a coffee and planning hour at Shir Tikvah. Bring your dreams and ideas for upcoming programming! You can register here.
LGBTQ+/Queer Elders Potluck | Wednesday July 29th, 6-7:30 PM
LGBTQ+/Queer Elders will gather for a potluck dinner and conversation on Wednesday, July 29th at 6 pm at Shir Tikvah. We'll gather over a shared meal, catch up with one another, share what's on our minds, and enjoy the warmth of community. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share, and note that Shir Tikvah is a nut-free space. If you're planning to come, please RSVP here.
Wise Fools: Fun with Yiddish Folktales | Sunday August 9th, 2-4 PM
Join Shari Aronson of Z Puppets Rosenschnoz at 2:00 PM for a special presentation of their show Wise Fools. This show, built for folks 50+ is a hilarious exploration of Yiddish folk tales replete with puppets, jokes, song, and most importantly - a good dose of Yiddish culture. Visiting the legendary town of Chelm, you'll kvetch and kvell along with a myriad of wise fools. After the 30-minute show, stay for a talk-back with the performers. Please register for this free program here.
Wisenheimer Moth Story Hour | Sunday September 27, 2-4 PM
Join us for a Sukkot celebration and an afternoon of fellowship and storytelling!
In light of the phenomenal community response to the federal anti-immigration surge, our topic will be immigration, neighboring, and connection. What are your family’s stories of coming to Minnesota, to America? How have recent events impacted your connection to our community? What assimilation stories can you share about starting a new life in this promised land?
As with previous events, your story should be 5 minutes long (about 625-750 words). Please submit your story or a detailed outline to Freddie Weisberg at freddie.weisberg@gmail.com. The deadline to submit a story is Sunday, August 16. We hope to hear from you!
A Second Annual Wisenheimers Chanukah Party | Saturday December 12th, 5-8 PM
Save the date and join us for our second annual Chanukah celebration featuring cocktails (alcoholic and non), a dinner catered by Wisenheimer David Raskas, music, and more! We hope you'll mark you calendars to schmooze and celebrate in the bright light of the last night of Chanukah. RSVP and registration information to come.