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Buffalo Jewish Heritage Itinerary

Founded in 1850, Temple Beth Zion is one of the oldest and largest Reform congregations in the nation. The synagogue, located at 805 Delaware Avenue, is notable for its extraordinary stained glass windows, 30-foot high Ten Commandment tablets and menorah designed by internationally renowned artist Ben Shahn (below).

The Cofeld Judaic Museum of Temple Beth Zion has a collection of more than a thousand Judaic artifacts dating from the 10th Century to the present.

Ben Shahn designed stained galls window at Temple Beth ZionThe Orthodox synagogue most convenient to hotels is Young Israel on Maple Road in Amherst. The Residence Inn at the Marriott is directly across the street. There are several other hotels about a ten-minute walk away, notably the Buffalo Niagara Marriott, the Red Roof Inn and the Comfort Inn University.

The Jewish Community Center of Buffalo has two locations, 787 Delaware Avenue in Buffalo and 2640 North Forest Road in Getzville. Fitness and sports facilities are located at both. Call 716-688-4033 for times and schedules.

The Jewish Community Book Fair takes place each year in October and November at the JCC Buildings. For more information and tickets, call 716-688-4033.

The Jewish Federation sponsors the Dosberg Notable Speaker Series each year. Tickets may be purchased by calling 716-886-7750.

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