Tufts Hillel

Goodie Bag Making for Breast Cancer Awareness
2024-10-09 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Join us for a fun and heartwarming goodie bag-making event, where you can create personalized treat bags to brighten someone’s day. All proceeds will go to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation!

Hungry Hungry Jumbos
2024-10-12 01:00 - 17:00
Come hang out and play games between Yom Kippur services with your friends at Hillel!

The Torah-ed Poets Department
2024-10-15 20:00 - 21:00
Love Taylor Swift? We do too! Join us at our Eras Tour themed “Learn about Simchat Torah” party! Simchat Torah is a Jewish holiday that celebrates and marks the conclusion of the annual cycle of reading the Torah (and the beginning of a new cycle).

We’ll be celebrating Simchat Torah together next week at Tufts Hillel, but if you’re someone who want to learn more about Simchat Torah before 10/24 or just like Taylor Swift, stop by for a fun time filled with friendship bracelets, snacks, and music!

What Is Sukkot Anyways? Lunch and Learn!
2024-10-16 00:00 - 13:00
Can you use a person as a wall of a sukkah? Can you build a sukkah on a camel’s back? Can you build a sukkah on an elephant?! Come to this lunch and learn for comedy, Jewish learning, and free food!

Sukkot Services & Meals
2024-10-16 18:30 - 2024-10-24 13:00
Join Tufts Hillel to celebrate the holiday of Sukkot! We will be having services and meals throughout the holiday, in addition to a variety of programming. See below for our service and chag meal schedule!

Click here for all of our Sukkot events!

Contact Katie with any questions Kate.Hamelburg@tufts.edu

Sukkot Chag Meal Times:

Wednesday, 10/16Services: 6:00pmDinner: 7:00pm

Thursday, 10/17Services: 6:00pmDinner: 7:00pm

Friday, 10/18Services: 6:00pmDinner: 7:00pm

Saturday, 10/19Services: 10:00amLunch: 12:00pm

Wednesday, 10/23Services: 6:30pmDinner: 7:00pm

Thursday, 10/24Services: 10:00amLunch: 12pm

SNL: Sukkot Night Live
2024-10-17 19:00
Join Tufts Hillel for Sukkot dinner and SNL: Sukkot Night Live! As we’re bringing in the holiday of Sukkot, we’ll have a night of food, friends, and comedy in the Sukkah. Can’t wait to see you there!

Master Chef: Sukkot Edition
2024-10-20 14:00 - 15:00
Want to put your master chef skills to the test? Join Tufts Hillel for Master Chef: SUKKOT EDITION! Come join us on Sunday, 10/20 to build your best Sukkot in the Sukkah. All food ingredients will be provided. Feel free to come as a team or come on your own and join a group when you get there!

Care Package Assembly for Rosie's Place
2024-10-21 20:30 - 21:30
Join us for Care Package Assembly as we assemble care packages for the women at Rosie’s Place!

We’ll put together essential supplies like toiletries, books, and other necessities to help provide comfort and support. Your participation will make a meaningful impact—let’s come together to make a difference! Can’t wait to see you there.

Comedy Lunch and Learn: Can you build a Sukkah on an elephant?
2024-10-24 12:00 - 13:00

Simchat Torah
2024-10-24 19:00
Join Tufts Hillel for a SIMCHAT TORAH CELEBRATION, on Thursday, October 24th! We will be joining together for the holiday of Simchat Torah, which celebrates the annual conclusion of reading the Torah. There will be singing, dancing with the Torah, and lots of food – we hope to see you there! All are welcome!

Simchat Torah Song Circle
2024-10-25 11:00 - 12:00
Join us to sing and pray together, joining voices, hearts, and rhythms to create a sacred healing space. Learn and sing new melodies by queer Jewish musicians. Although this will not be a Torah service, we will include some morning prayers! Whether you enjoy singing or want to listen, everyone is welcome.

Apple Picking
2024-10-27 13:00 - 17:00
Escape the hustle and bustle and join us for a day of fun and fresh air at our annual Apple Picking Event! Enjoy the beautiful orchards, where you can handpick delicious apples straight from the tree.

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Apple Crisp Bake Event
2024-10-29 18:30 - 20:30
Come join us as we bake yummy apple crisp from the apples we pick at apple picking! Hope to see you there.

World Series Shabbat
2024-11-01 19:00
It’s the World Series, so we’re celebrating with WORLD SERIES SHABBAT! Come join us for food, friends, and fun at Tufts Hillel. Candle Lighting and services at 6pm, World Series Shabbat Dinner at 7pm. We can’t wait to see you there!

Elections & Eats: A Community Gathering
2024-11-06 12:00 - 13:15
Feeling excited that you just voted in your first presidential election? Feeling stressed about election results? However you’re feeling, come hang out at Hillel after Election Day for bagels, snacks, and company.

A Conversation with Bernard-Henri Lévy
2024-11-09 10:30 - 11:30
Students, join us for an intimate conversation with philosopher and public intellectual Bernard-Henri Lévy, as he discusses his new book, Israel Alone, and his perspective on the Israel-Hamas war. Breakfast will be served!

Bayit Info Session!
2024-11-12 18:00 - 18:30
Interested in living in the Bayit (The Jewish Culture House) next year? Stop by our Bayit Info session next week during Community Dinner to hear from ResLife about the application process and former Bayit residents about their living experience.

Get the Tea on Course Registration
2024-11-12 19:00 - 20:00
Come get the tea on course registration from our wonderful group of upperclassmen who can offer advice on choosing professors, preparing for graduate school, fulfilling major/distribution requirements, and more! Tea, snacks, and excellent advice will be provided! 🍵🍪 We hope to see you there!

Soulmates and Schmoozing: Exploring Love Through a Jewish Lens
2024-11-13 19:30 - 21:00
Join us for a fun evening of watching a Jewish Matchmaking show . After the show, we’ll chat about the unique aspects of Jewish dating.

Maariv and Movie
2024-11-14 19:30 - 22:00
Looking for a place to chill after a long week of classes? Join the conservative minyan for Maariv and a movie. Snacks will be provided! See you all there!

Apply for Board!
2024-11-15 08:00 - 2024-11-23 23:00
Interested in planning events and building Jewish community at Tufts? What about working with the university chaplaincy planning interfaith programming? Applications for Hillel’s student board are open to get involved as Interfaith Chair or Senior Rep!

APPLY!

Applications are due at 11:59PM on Saturday, November 23rd, 2024!

Read by the River Kickoff Paint Party
2024-11-19 18:00 - 19:00
Every Spring, Tufts Hillel hosts a reading-themed carnival for local children. We make all of the decorations ourselves, so it’s important that we get a head start. On Tuesday, stick around after you’ve finished eating your community dinner to make a painting! No prior artistic experience is required. We’re so excited to see you there!

Friendsgiving Pre-Shabbat Gathering
2024-11-21 16:30 - 17:30
Join the reform community for a Hillel Friendsgiving and celebrate with good food, friends, and gratitude. Please feel free to dress up as your favorite Friends character too!

We will have…

Cooking: Thanksgiving dishes with a Jewish twist like challah stuffing.

Gratitude Letter Corner: Write a thank-you note to friends, family, or our community

Creative Crafts & Mitzvah-Making: Make care packages and holiday crafts for those in need (Tikkun olam)

Icebreaker Tables: Connect over fun questions on community, gratitude, and Jewish identity.

Modeh Ani Table: Reflect on Jewish gratitude traditions and share what you’re thankful for.

Ready to take a breather after Yallapalooza and get ready for Thanksgiving—come join us!

Israeli Dance Night
2024-11-21 19:00 - 20:00
Come join Tufts Hillel for an evening of Israeli Dancing! From traditional folk styles to camp classics, we’ll guide you through a range of dances. No experience (or dance skills) necessary! Looking forward to seeing all of you there!

First-Year Movie Night
2024-12-05 19:00 - 21:30
Come hang out with other first-years, enjoy snacks, and watch a movie! See you all there!

ChanuCasino
2024-12-08 18:00 - 20:00
Join us to roll your dreidels and try your luck at ChanuCasino! Enjoy a sufganiyot bar and more Chanukah treats!

Apply for Senior Rep and Reform Co-Chair
2024-12-20 08:00 - 2025-01-15 23:59
Apply for senior rep and reform co-chair! More details can be found on the application form.

First-Year Game Night
2025-01-21 19:00 - 20:30
Welcome back! Come have fun with your fellow First-Years at First-Year Game Night! Get ready for an evening of exciting games and great company as we kick off the new semester together. Don’t miss the chance to relax, connect, and make some more memories!

Sending Support to LA: Thank You Cards for Firefighters & First Responders
2025-01-22 09:00 - 21:00
Looking for a way to support the LA community? Stop by Hillel on Wednesday 1/22! We’ll have card-making materials out all day for you to make cards, share your appreciation, and show your support for those helping fight the wildfires in California. We’ll be sending these cards to our friends @Hillel818 for distribution on the ground in the Los Angeles area!

HCAP GIM
2025-01-24 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for an info session about Hillel’s after-school program (HCAP), an on-campus volunteer opportunity working with local middle school students! Participate in art, engineering, and tutoring activities. Come to the GIM to learn more—lunch provided!
