Jewish Cultural Celebration Events
Jewish Cultural Celebration Kickoff – Tzedakah Activities
Monday, Nov. 18 at 5:30 p.m. in Colonnade Room, Cedric Rucker University Center
This kickoff event for the Jewish Cultural Celebration will provide opportunities for individuals to engage in community service projects while learning about the Jewish value of giving back or Tzedakah. This is a special event dedicated to performing acts of philanthropy while educating about the roots, branches, and values of the Jewish community. This event is open to everyone!
Jewish Cultural Dinner
Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 5:00 p.m. in Restaurants at the top of the Cedric Rucker University Center
University Dining and the Jewish Student Association are co-hosting a Jewish Cultural Dinner on Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the top of the Cedric Rucker University Center, with the dining room closing 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for set up.
Jewish Cultural Celebration Major Performance: Minnush
Thursday, Nov. 21 at 7:00 p.m. in The Underground, Lee Hall
The Jewish Student Association and the James Farmer Multicultural Center will present a Jewish Cultural Celebration in the Underground at Lee Hall, featuring a live performance by Minnush on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. This talented group performs both traditional and modern Sephardic (Iberian) Jewish music, blending contemporary influences with traditional songs, incorporating improvisations, storytelling and virtuosic musicianship. Minnush adds elements of American folk and jazz, while shedding light on the immigration and refugee stories that the songs carry. They are serious, joyful, forward moving and eminently fresh.
Shabbat Dinner
Friday, Nov. 22 at 5:00 p.m. in Chandler Ballroom C, Cedric Rucker University Center
The Sabbath begins at sundown on Friday and continues until three stars appear in the sky on Saturday night. During Shabbat, families, friends, and community come together to reflect on the week and enjoy a nice meal. Join the Jewish Student Association as we conclude our week of celebration and enjoy a Sabbath dinner together.
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