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12 events found.
Events
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Bunchi: an Ethiopian-Israeli story (Film Screening, Dinner, and Discussion with Director Esti Wexler)
Tufts Hillel Building 220 Packard Ave, Medford, MAJoin us for a special screening of Bunchi, a powerful short drama by acclaimed Israeli filmmaker Esti Almo Wexler. The film will be screened at Tufts Hillel, followed by a live Q&A with the director. Dinner will be provided. Esti Almo Wexler is one of the leading voices in contemporary Israeli cinema and one of […]
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Talmud Chaburah
Tufts Hillel Building 220 Packard Ave, Medford, MAWant to take sharpen your Talmud skills? Join a weekly, text-based study group where you'll work through the Hebrew/Aramaic of the Gemara together, sharpening both reading skills and analytical thinking. Guided by Rabbi Brawer, this chaburah offers a collaborative space for deep learning and thoughtful discussion. Prerequisite: Participants should be comfortable reading Talmud in the […]
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Ethiopian Jewry and the Lost Kingdom of the Gideonites
Laminan Lounge in Olin Center 180 Packard Ave, MedfordThis short presentation explores two interrelated subjects: the unique history of Ethiopian Jewry (Beta Israel) and the story of the Kingdom of the Gideonites—an independent Jewish polity that existed in the Ethiopian highlands between the 14th and 17th centuries. The presentation will also include the latest discoveries and developments in the research on the Gideonites, […]
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Shabbat at Tufts Hillel
Shabbat at Tufts Hillel Shabbat is an opportunity to unplug from the week and plug into rest of all kinds as a community. On Shabbat, we invite you to step away from school, technology, and other stressors of the week, and step into holy rest and celebration at Tufts Hillel! We’re so happy you’re spending […]
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Pickling for Tu B’shvat
The Bayit 98 Packard Avenue, Somerville, MALearn how to pickle vegetables in honor of Tu Bishvat, the New Year of the Trees! Celebrate everything trees give us. All supplies provided, everyone is welcome!
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Tu B’shvat Seder
Tufts Hillel Building 220 Packard Ave, Medford, MACome join us for Root Systems: a Tu B’shvat Seder. We will explore the roots that connect us all and discuss what it means to show up intentionally in our own lives and in the lives of those around us. There will be an abundance of fruit, snacks, and great discussions. We’d love for you […]
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Texts and Values: A Weekly Jewish Study Circle
Tufts Hillel Building 220 Packard Ave, Medford, MAJoin Rabbi Naftali Brawer for a weekly exploration of Jewish values and ethical teachings embedded in ancient Jewish texts. No prior knowledge is required, just curiosity and an open mind.
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Community Dinner
Join us for a free mid-week Kosher catered dinner! Come for the food, stay for the people! Check the instagram on Tuesday morning for what's being served. Food. People. Comfort. For the most up to date info please see our social media instagram.com/tuftshillel facebook.com/tuftshillel
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Community Dinner
Join us for a free mid-week Kosher catered dinner! Come for the food, stay for the people! Check the instagram on Tuesday morning for what's being served. Food. People. Comfort. For the most up to date info please see our social media instagram.com/tuftshillel facebook.com/tuftshillel
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Making Micrography!
Tufts Hillel Building 220 Packard Ave, Medford, MAMicrography is an old Jewish art form that uses biblical and liturgical texts in small font letters to create figurative designs, such as animals, plants, and human beings. Come try your hand at micrography in a beginner-friendly, judgement-free zone, and have fun with your friends in the process!
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Tu B’shvat: Pot Decorating & Planting
Campus Center 44 Professors Row, MedfordStop by the Campus Center to celebrate Tu B'shvat! Join us to decorate a pot, plant seeds, snack on foods that grow from the Earth, and learn about the Jewish holiday called the “New Year of the Trees.” Take your plant home to brighten your room and watch it grow all semester long!
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