J Parent

The Boulder JCC, with the generosity of the Tepper Foundation, seeks to provide parents with time and space to connect with one another. From learning how to celebrate Jewish holidays at home to parenting hacks to make family time more fulfilling, this group offers the opportunity to create connection and find community. If you want to learn more, contact Shari Blake Schnee. 

Local Resources for Parents

Youth and Camps (2nd Grade+)

• Longmont Hebrew School
• Judaism Your Way
• Ramah in the Rockies
• Schwayder Camp
• Denver JCC Ranch Camp

Community Organizations

• Boulder Jewish Family Service
• Haver, Boulder's Rabbinic Council
• JEWISHcolorado
• Boulder Jewish News

Congregations

• ADVENTURE RABBI
  Reform Congregation, Boulder

• BOULDER COUNTY CENTER FOR JUDAISM
  (Affiliate of Chabad Lubavitch)
  Orthodox Congregation, Boulder

• CHABAD AT CU
  Orthodox Congregation, CU-Boulder
  
  

• CHABAD OF LONGMONT
  Orthodox Congregation, Longmont

• CONGREGATION BETH AMI
  Congregation for Humanistic Judaism

• CONGREGATION BONAI SHALOM
  Conservative Congregation, Boulder
  

• CONGREGATION HAR HASHEM
  Reform Congregation, Boulder
  

• CONGREGATION NEVEI KODESH
  Jewish Renewal Congregation, Boulder
  

• KEHILLAT OROT YISRAEL
  Modern Orthodox Congregation, Boulder

Chavurah Friendship Group

At the Boulder JCC, we believe that Community is built on the strength of our relationships. We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Chavurah Program, a dedicated initiative to help families with school-age children find their "tribe" and create lasting Jewish connections.

What is a Chavurah?

Derived from the Hebrew word Chaver (friend), a Chavurah (plural: Chavurot) is a small, self-led friendship group. While the Chavurah movement (https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/havurah-judaism/) has been a cornerstone of Jewish life since the 1960s, its purpose remains timeless: bringing people together to celebrate, learn, and support one another. Groups that truly click have the potential to meet, grow, and stay connected for decades.

To ensure these groups are built on solid foundations, we are partnering with renowned Jewish educator Amy Atkins. Amy will personally speak with every interested family to help facilitate matches based on shared interests and dynamics.

Once your group is formed, Amy provides the guidance, training, and materials needed to make your meetings meaningful and stress-free.

Who is this for?

While we are happy to help families with younger children connect, please note that our specific curriculum and resources are designed for families with children aged 5 and older.

Ready to find your group?

Fill out the Interest Form to start the matching process. Amy will reach out to schedule your brief intake conversation. Once your group is officially formed, we will ask each family to register and pay the annual program fee.

Next Steps: Learn More & Get Involved

We invite you to join us for one of our upcoming information sessions to ask questions and meet other interested parents: