Celebrating the Legacy of Cantor Michal Hammerman

Next Event: December 4, 2026 Brookline Free
Cantor Michal Hammerman (Courtesy: WHDH)
Cantor Michal Hammerman (Courtesy: WHDH)

Join us for a special Shabbat weekend honoring Cantor Michal Hammerman, of blessed memory, and his 30 years of devoted service to the KI community. Rabbi Josh Hammerman will be joined by distinguished rabbis and scholars, representing more than 40 KI rabbinic alumni. Alumni, friends, and community members are warmly invited as we remember, celebrate, and reunite as an intergenerational community.

Friday, December 4, 7 p.m.: Shabbat dinner, following services: Growing up at KI in the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s.

Saturday, December 5, 11 a.m.: Rabbi Josh Hammerman reflects on his father’s legacy.

Saturday, December 5, 12:30 p.m.: Kiddush discussion: KI of today and tomorrow.

Saturday, December 5, 6–8:30 p.m.: Hanukkah lighting, culminating in our intergenerational weekend together.

Please RSVP if you are attending the Shabbat dinner and/or Hanukkah lighting event.

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Fact Sheet
When
Friday, December 4, 2026, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Saturday, December 5, 2026, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Saturday, December 5, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Where
Congregation Kehillath Israel
384 Harvard St
Brookline, MA 02446
Price
Free

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