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event / September 16, 6:30 pm

Yizkor: Remembering Loved Ones Who Died by Suicide

Hosted by Jewish Family & Children’s Service, Hebrew College

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event / September 17, 8:00 pm

Connecting Through Memory: A Yom Kippur Yizkor Workshop

Hosted by SVIVAH

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Yom Kippur Children's Program for Families with Young Children

event / September 20, 4:30 pm

Yom Kippur Services for Families With Young Children

Hosted by Temple Israel of Boston

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event / September 20, 5:30 pm

Community-Wide Yom Kippur Services 5787

Hosted by Temple Israel of Boston

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event / September 20, 6:00 pm

Family Yom Kippur Services 5787

Hosted by Temple Israel of Boston

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event / September 20, 6:15 pm

Yom Kippur Services 2026/5787

Hosted by Walnut Street Synagogue

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event / September 20, 6:15 pm

Yom Kippur Services

Hosted by Havurat Shalom

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event / September 20, 6:15 pm

Yom Kippur at The Vilna

Hosted by Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture

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event / September 20, 6:30 pm

Yom Kippur at Temple Beth David

Hosted by Temple Beth David of the South Shore

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event / September 20, 6:30 pm

Yom Kippur Services and Break-Fast

Hosted by YJP Boston

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How To Make Yom Kippur Meaningful Even If You Don’t Fast

How can Yom Kippur still be powerful if you aren’t fasting? Discover meaningful ways to observe the Day of Atonement on your own terms.

By Rabbi Jen Gubitz

For JewishBoston

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Meditation for Forgiveness

Explore the meaning of forgiveness with a seven-minute mindfulness practice for the High Holidays.

By Or HaLev Jewish Spirituality and Meditation

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Where the Apple Nerds Go Apple Picking in New England

Whether you’re after old or new varieties, tractor rides or cider doughnuts, here’s our guide to the season’s best apple picking.

By Lindsay Crudele

For The Boston Globe

High Holiday Recipes

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High Holiday Recipes That Cater to Food Allergies

Tasty favorites, made safely.

By Kara Baskin

For JewishBoston

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Fig Tarte Tatin With Honey

Figs pair wonderfully with honey for a sweet new year!

By Chanie Apfelbaum

For JewishBoston

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Shawarma Chicken Pita Pockets With Honey-Roasted Carrots

You can substitute cauliflower to make this vegetarian. Plus, these carrots alone make a delicious side dish to your holiday meal.

By Dini Klein

For JewishBoston

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Hawaij Roast Chicken Tagine With Chickpeas, Zucchini, Olives and Butternut Squash

This cozy and comforting, crowd-feeding, centerpiece dish celebrates the end of summer and beginning of fall.

By Johanna Rothenberg

For JewishBoston

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Tia Roza’s Spiced Apple Cake

Add a dollop of whipped cream sweetened with real maple syrup to serve up something short of divine.

By Johanna Rothenberg

For JewishBoston

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Honey Apple Galette

This beautiful and tasty High Holiday galette has a short ingredient list and comes together quickly.

By Elana Berusch

For JewishBoston

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10 Homemade Gravlax Recipes

This break-fast staple is easier to make at home than you might think! Here are 10 interesting varieties.

By JewishBoston

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14 Egg Salad Recipes for Yom Kippur Break-Fast

Try one of these twists on the classic post-fast dish.

By JewishBoston

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Cinnamon-Glazed Apple Cookies

With oats, apple rings and maple syrup, these cinnamon-y cookies can be made parve, too.

By Leah Koenig

For JewishBoston

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Crisp Celery and Green Apple Salad

A refreshing High Holiday bite.

By Leah Koenig

For JewishBoston

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The Vibe of the Tribe Podcast: The Origin Story of Yom Kippur

By JewishBoston

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The Art of the Apology

The dos and don’ts of apologizing.

By Judy Bolton-Fasman

For JewishBoston

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10Q: Reflect. React. Renew.

10Q emails you a question a day for 10 days. One year later, your answers are unlocked and returned and the process begins anew.

By Reboot

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14 Egg Salad Recipes for Yom Kippur Break-Fast

Try one of these twists on the classic post-fast dish.

By JewishBoston

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Resources for Jews Who Need To Eat on Yom Kippur

Together, we are creating a Jewish culture of dignity, meaning and belonging.

By A Mitzvah to Eat

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Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur 2026 begins at sundown on Sunday, September 20. Also known as the “Day of Atonement,” it is considered Judaism’s holiest day.

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A Haunting New Acquisition Brings Art, Memory, and Family History to the MFA

Painted in the shadow of the Holocaust, “Bread of Affliction” tells a powerful story of Jewish life, history, and resilience.

By Laura Conrad Mandel

For Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture

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At Inna’s Kitchen, Traditions Evolve Through Challah

Alex Khitrik came to the United States as a child. Now, he fosters community through gluten-free, kosher meals.

By Kara Baskin

For The Boston Globe

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Jewish Farmers Planted an Ancient Seed. Now the Fruit Is Making Its American Culinary Debut.

An ancient Jewish melon is making a comeback—and landing on the menu at Somerville’s Lehrhaus.

By Emma Breitman

For The Forward

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As Jews Seek Place in American Life, Brandeis Opens 250 Years of Wondering to Public

A free Brandeis course examines how Jews have navigated belonging, identity and change in America.

By Agatha Khishchenko

For The Times of Israel

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Sukkot

Sukkot 2026 begins at sundown on Friday, September 25, and ends at nightfall on Friday, October 2. Find recipes, events, ideas for your sukkah and more.

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event / September 24, 5:30 pm

NextGen in the West End: Decorate the Sukkah

Hosted by The Boston Synagogue

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event / September 25, 5:15 pm

Community-Wide Sukkot Services 5787

Hosted by Temple Israel of Boston

event / September 25, 5:15 pm

Family Sukkot Services and Shabbat Mishpachah

Hosted by Temple Israel of Boston

event / September 25, 5:30 pm

Community Dinner Under the Stars in the Sukkah

Hosted by The Boston Synagogue

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event / September 26, 9:30 am

Sukkot Celebration for Families With Young Children

Hosted by Temple Israel of Boston, The Village for Families with Young Children at Temple Israel of Boston

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event / September 26, 1:30 pm

Games in the Sukkah

Hosted by Congregation Beth El of the Sudbury River Valley

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event / September 27, 9:30 am

Sukkot Celebration & Religious School Open House

Hosted by Congregation Dorshei Tzedek, Congregation Dorshei Tzedek Religious School, Temple Reyim

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Decorations inside a Sukkah during the Jewish holiday celebration of Sukkoth

event / September 27, 10:30 am

Evolve in Burlington Sukkot Schmooze

Hosted by Hadassah Northeast

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event / September 27, 10:30 am

Sukkot & Harvest Festival at Congregation Beth El

Hosted by Congregation Beth El of the Sudbury River Valley

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event / September 27, 11:00 am

Family Fun in the Sukkah

Hosted by The Boston Synagogue

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Sukkot Recipes: cozy fall favorites

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“Etrog” Lemon Sandwich Cookies

Celebrate Sukkot with these sparkly, buttery shortbread cookies flavored with lemon zest sandwiched with a creamy lemon frosting.

By Elana Berusch

For JewishBoston

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Fig Tarte Tatin With Honey

Figs pair wonderfully with honey for a sweet new year!

By Chanie Apfelbaum

For JewishBoston

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Shawarma Chicken Pita Pockets With Honey-Roasted Carrots

You can substitute cauliflower to make this vegetarian. Plus, these carrots alone make a delicious side dish to your holiday meal.

By Dini Klein

For JewishBoston

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Hawaij Roast Chicken Tagine With Chickpeas, Zucchini, Olives and Butternut Squash

This cozy and comforting, crowd-feeding, centerpiece dish celebrates the end of summer and beginning of fall.

By Johanna Rothenberg

For JewishBoston

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Harvest Barley Soup

Celebrate the harvest given to us during Sukkot with this easy vegetable soup.

By Marjorie Druker

For JewishBoston

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Strudel Recipe Roundup

Eleven sweet and savory strudels to enjoy in your sukkah.

By JewishBoston

Stuffed Cabbage With Lemony Rice and Sumac

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12 Savory Stuffed Cabbage Recipes

From classic cabbage rolls (meat, veggie and vegan included) to cabbage soup, casserole, noodles and more, this roundup has something for everyone.

By JewishBoston

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Grandma’s Instant Pot Stuffed Cabbage

A comforting meat recipe from “The Instant Pot Kosher Cookbook.”

By Paula Shoyer

For JewishBoston

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Cinnamon-Glazed Apple Cookies

With oats, apple rings and maple syrup, these cinnamon-y cookies can be made parve, too.

By Leah Koenig

For JewishBoston

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The Best Fall Babka Recipes

Cozy up with these seven seasonal babka recipes.

By JewishBoston

Israel Heads to the Polls Oct. 27

Learn more about Israel’s upcoming election and what’s at stake through these local events and conversations.

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Podcast: Israel Votes – The Political Landscape

Dan Senor, Nadav Eyal and Amit Segal unpack the issues and political forces shaping Israel’s upcoming election.

By Call Me Back with Dan Senor

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Israel Elections 2026

Explore the Israel Democracy Institute’s guide to the 2026 elections, including party lists, key issues, polls, explainers and expert analysis.

By The Israel Democracy Institute

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Israel’s Election: What to Know

Israelis head to the polls this fall. Explore upcoming events, expert insights and resources to understand the election.

By JewishBoston

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Israel Elections 101

Learn how Israel’s elections work and what sets the country’s political system apart from the U.S.

By Jewish Federations of North America

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Israeli Elections: How They Work and Who Is in the Race

A primer on how Israel’s elections work, who’s running and the key issues shaping the Oct. 27 vote.

By Maayan Lubell

For Reuters

"Fauda" (Promotional still: Elia Spinopolos/Netflx)

Event / October 19, 2:00 pm

One Week Until Israel’s Elections

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"Fauda" (Promotional still: Elia Spinopolos/Netflx)

Event / October 28, 2:00 pm

24 Hours After the Results: What Do We Know?

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event / September 14, 5:30 pm

America and Its Jews at 250

Hosted by Brandeis University

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event / September 15, 7:00 pm

Jewish Eco-Poetry and Teshuvah

Hosted by Jewish Climate Action Network

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event / September 17, 12:00 pm

Jewish Finland Tour

Hosted by Walnut Street Synagogue

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event / September 17, 1:00 pm

JCC Monthly Book Club

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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“Esther Denouncing Haman” (1888) by Ernest Normand

event / September 17, 7:00 pm

Calling on Esther Across the Ages

Hosted by Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture

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event / September 17, 7:00 pm

Open Choral Rehearsals

Hosted by Koleinu, Boston's Jewish Community Chorus

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Yoni Rechter, Yossi Zwecher Photographer

event / September 17, 7:00 pm

Live Performance: Yoni Rechter Retrospective

Hosted by Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture, Schusterman Center for Israel Studies, Hadassah Brandeis Institute

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event / September 19, 1:00 pm

Fall 3D Printing: Minecraft Makery (Ages 7-12)

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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event / September 20, 10:00 am

Reptile Meet & Greet With Outdoor Games

Hosted by The Rashi School

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event / September 23, 7:15 pm

Audition for Zamir Chorale of Boston

Hosted by Zamir Chorale of Boston

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Welcoming Shabbat

Find recipes, activities, events like community dinners and more.

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Welcoming Shabbat: A Guide to the Blessings and Rituals of Friday Night

Download our free Shabbat guide.

By JewishBoston

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Challah, Soup and More: Comforting Shabbat Recipes

Challah, sangria, meatballs and more!

By JewishBoston

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Challah French Toast Roundup

Ten quick and easy French toast recipes for you and your leftover challah.

By JewishBoston

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Shabbat Activity Book

Download our free Shabbat activity book for kids ages 5-7.

By JewishBoston

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Shabbat Word Search Puzzle

Take a puzzle break during your Shabbat preparations!

By JewishBoston

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Shabbat Craft Project: Shabbat in a Jar

Create colorful candleholders to welcome Shabbat.

By JewishBoston

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A Guide to the Havdalah Ceremony

A step-by-step printable booklet on how to do Havdalah at home, including all the blessings and the type of candle and spices you need.

By JewishBoston

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Kid-Friendly Shabbat Recipe: Sweet Meatballs

A sweet-and-savory recipe that’s perfect for little helpers.

By Mari Levine

For JewishBoston

celebrate shabbat in community

event / September 18, 9:30 am

PJ Library Playgroup (Newton)

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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event / September 18, 6:00 pm

Kabbalat Shabbat at Preston Beach

Hosted by Temple Sinai of Marblehead

event / September 19, 10:00 am

“Thank Goodness It’s Shabbat” for Families With Young Children

Hosted by The Village for Families with Young Children at Temple Israel of Boston, Temple Israel of Boston

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event / September 25, 9:30 am

PJ Library Playgroup (Newton)

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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event / September 25, 5:15 pm

Community-Wide Sukkot Services 5787

Hosted by Temple Israel of Boston

event / September 25, 5:15 pm

Family Sukkot Services and Shabbat Mishpachah

Hosted by Temple Israel of Boston

event / September 25, 5:30 pm

Community Dinner Under the Stars in the Sukkah

Hosted by The Boston Synagogue

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event / September 25, 6:00 pm

Early Shabbat and Dinner

Hosted by Temple Kol Tikvah

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event / September 26, 10:30 am

WonderMinyan

Hosted by Temple Beth Zion

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event / October 2, 5:15 pm

Erev Simchat Torah: Creative Torah Experience

Hosted by Temple Israel of Boston

New to greater Boston? Start Here.

Find the people, places and resources to help you feel at home.

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Jewish Day School Directory

Jewish day schools in the Greater Boston area, including pluralistic, Orthodox and more for kindergarten through high school.

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What Are the Pillars of a Jewish Education?

We explore the role of day schools in modern life.

By Kara Baskin

For JewishBoston

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A Primer on Jewish Day Schools

Whether you’re finding the right fit for a kindergartner or looking to to enroll your pre-teen or teen, here’s some advice.

By Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

Explore Local Synagogues

See all the temples, minyans, Chabads and more in Greater Boston, including pluralistic, Orthodox, Conservative, Reform and Reconstructionist.

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Social Networking events

event / September 15, 7:00 pm

Rising Together: Women’s High Holiday Challah Bake

Hosted by Chabad of Brookline, Young Israel of Brookline, Beth Abraham Synagogue of the Sephardic Congregation of New England

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Two Young Family With Babies Sitting On Sofa At Home

event / September 17, 10:30 am

Support Group for Parents of Newborns

Hosted by Jewish Family & Children’s Service, Temple Shir Tikva - Wayland, Massachusetts

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event / September 19, 4:00 pm

Welcome Baby & Brews Biergarten Edition

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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event / September 20, 9:30 am

Welcome Baby Playground Meetup (Norfolk)

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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event / September 22, 6:30 pm

Election Protection Happy Hour

Hosted by Repair the World Boston

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event / September 24, 10:00 am

Welcome Baby Stroller Walk (Wellesley)

Hosted by JCC Greater Boston

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event / September 24, 5:30 pm

NextGen in the West End: Decorate the Sukkah

Hosted by The Boston Synagogue

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event / September 24, 7:00 pm

Embrace: Jewish Joy

Hosted by CJP Women’s Philanthropy, Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

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event / September 27, 10:30 am

Evolve in Burlington Sukkot Schmooze

Hosted by Hadassah Northeast

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event / September 28, 7:00 pm

Sushi in the Sukkah (Kumzits Style)

Hosted by YJP Boston

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Boston’s Top Jewish Facebook Communities

Find your niche and start connecting.

By Kara Baskin

For JewishBoston

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Eat This: A Guide To Jewish Bites Around Boston

Second date? Hungover brunch? We’ve got a spot for that. Here’s where to nosh in Boston.

By Kara Baskin

For JewishBoston

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Jewish Assistance Network

Enter your ZIP to find local basic-needs support—including legal, financial, housing, transportation, food assistance and more—all in one place.

By Jewish Assistance Network

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The Top Jewish Sites in Greater Boston

Although Jews arrived relatively late in Boston, there’s still plenty of history to explore.

By Judy Bolton-Fasman

For JewishBoston

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8 Delicious Things To Know About Kosher Boston

This busy Facebook group solves all your dining dilemmas.

By Kara Baskin

For JewishBoston

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Jewish Learning

Find adult education opportunities, including Torah study groups, lectures from rabbis and experts, ongoing classes about Jewish tradition, history and parenting, as well as open houses for Jewish day schools and more.

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