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SUMMARY:Queen Esther: Veiled Subversion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Megillah text study and Q&A exploring how Queen Esther strategically navigates Persian patriarchal power structures through silence\, timing\, and subtle influence. Together\, we’ll examine how Esther’s actions challenge traditional ideas of power and leadership while ultimately helping to save her people. No prior knowledge of the story is needed — all are welcome!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/queen-esther-veiled-subversion/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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SUMMARY:Read by the River Paint Party
DESCRIPTION:Read by the River is an annual youth literacy carnival hosted by Tufts Hillel where local kids come and enjoy reading themed activities. \n\n\n\nHelp us prepare for this amazing event by painting decorations! This is a super fun way to destress after a long day and hang out with your friends. All artistic abilities are welcome. This year\, the carnival is circus themed\, so get ready to paint popcorn\, elephants\, balloons and more!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/read-by-the-river-paint-party-2/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Be Social (Social Program),Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T173000
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CREATED:20260213T205500Z
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SUMMARY:Community Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nFood. People. Comfort. \n\n\n\nFor the most up to date info please see our social media \n\n\n\ninstagram.com/tuftshillel \n\n\n\nfacebook.com/tuftshillel
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/community-dinner-14/2026-02-17/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250911T150415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T202657Z
UID:10002956-1771345800-1771349400@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Texts and Values: A Weekly Jewish Study Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/texts-and-values-a-weekly-jewish-study-circle/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250918T150602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142724Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat at Tufts Hillel
DESCRIPTION:Shabbat at Tufts Hillel \n\n\n\nShabbat 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 Shabbat with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday Nights:  \n\n\n\nCandle Lighting: Every Friday\, join us in the Hillel lobby as we transition into Shabbat with a communal candle lighting and intention-setting. Candles will also be available to light on your own time as you arrive at the Hillel building. In the winter\, feel free to come by earlier to light candles as the sun sets.Services: After candle lighting\, welcome Shabbat with prayer in our Reform or Traditional Egalitarian services. Services are student led\, with song\, dvar torahs\, intention setting\, and a way to begin the weekly holiday with joy as a community. \n\n\n\nInterested in leading a part of the service? Want to bring a melody you love\, or a poem you want to share? Looking to learn some of the prayers? Looking to start (or re-start) a new minyan or service during Shabbat? Contact our staff or Tufts Hillel minyan chairs!  \n\n\n\n\nShabbat Dinner: There is always a place for you around our Shabbat table! All students are welcome – bring your friends or come make new ones at Hillel every week for our delicious kosher Shabbat dinners. Each week is facilitated by a cohort of Shabbat Fellows\, who are there to welcome you\, facilitate the evenings\, and ensure everyone who attends feels at home.Dinner concludes with Birkat Hamazon (the blessing after meals)\, dessert\, and board games – we would love to see you for any or all parts of Friday night you can make it for!Registration for Shabbat dinner is strongly encouraged. To Sign up for weekly Shabbat dinners and to receive information about Shabbat each week\, sign up for our text bot system: \n\n\n\n\nText the word ‘Dinner’ to 617 420 7411\n\n\n\nclick here to see upcoming Shabbats\n\n\n\nSaturdays:  \n\n\n\nShabbat at Tufts Hillel continues on Saturday mornings\, with bi-weekly Saturday morning Conservative services. All students are welcome!  \n\n\n\nFollowing Shabbat morning services\, join us for Shabbat lunch upstairs at Hillel. To register for Shabbat lunch\, text the word ‘lunch” to 617 429 7411.  \n\n\n\nShabbat at Tufts Hillel concludes on Saturday afternoons and evenings\, with bi-weekly mincha and maariv services\, dinner\, singing\, and Havdalah! Join us for any or all parts of the evenings as we conclude the day of rest as a community \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! We look forward to celebrating with you.  \n\n\n\nFor questions please email hillel-center@tufts.edu
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/shabbat-at-tufts-hillel/2026-02-13/
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Holidays,Shabbat
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SUMMARY:Talmud Chaburah
DESCRIPTION:Want 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. \n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Participants should be comfortable reading Talmud in the original Hebrew/Aramaic.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/talmud-chaburah/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260128T171836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T171840Z
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SUMMARY:Schmüsic Night pt.2
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Schmüsic Night\, Tufts Hillel’s annual night of music and schmoozing. Come hang out\, meet new people\, and enjoy live performances from talented student musicians!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/schmusic-night-pt-2/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260213T205500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205638Z
UID:10003277-1770744600-1770748200@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Community Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nFood. People. Comfort. \n\n\n\nFor the most up to date info please see our social media \n\n\n\ninstagram.com/tuftshillel \n\n\n\nfacebook.com/tuftshillel
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/community-dinner-14/2026-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250902T174250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205319Z
UID:10002815-1770744600-1770748200@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Community Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nFood. People. Comfort. \n\n\n\nFor the most up to date info please see our social media \n\n\n\ninstagram.com/tuftshillel \n\n\n\nfacebook.com/tuftshillel
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/community-dinner-13/2026-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250911T150415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T202657Z
UID:10002955-1770741000-1770744600@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Texts and Values: A Weekly Jewish Study Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/texts-and-values-a-weekly-jewish-study-circle/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260121T191213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191441Z
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SUMMARY:First Year Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Calling all first years!! This year’s FROZEN-themed First Year Retreat is coming up soon… applications open Jan 25. Get ready for a fun getaway to meet & build lasting connections with fellow Jewish first-years through games\, bonding activities\, and more. \n\n\n\nThe trip leaves the evening of February 7th and returns the afternoon of February 8th (leaving plenty of time to get to your Super Bowl watching parties). We will stay at a retreat centre.  \n\n\n\nGrab your spot while they last and join us for a weekend of fun & bonding!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/first-year-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Prindle Pond\, Charlton\, Massachusetts\, 01507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250918T150602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142724Z
UID:10003131-1770400800-1770483600@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Shabbat at Tufts Hillel
DESCRIPTION:Shabbat at Tufts Hillel \n\n\n\nShabbat 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 Shabbat with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday Nights:  \n\n\n\nCandle Lighting: Every Friday\, join us in the Hillel lobby as we transition into Shabbat with a communal candle lighting and intention-setting. Candles will also be available to light on your own time as you arrive at the Hillel building. In the winter\, feel free to come by earlier to light candles as the sun sets.Services: After candle lighting\, welcome Shabbat with prayer in our Reform or Traditional Egalitarian services. Services are student led\, with song\, dvar torahs\, intention setting\, and a way to begin the weekly holiday with joy as a community. \n\n\n\nInterested in leading a part of the service? Want to bring a melody you love\, or a poem you want to share? Looking to learn some of the prayers? Looking to start (or re-start) a new minyan or service during Shabbat? Contact our staff or Tufts Hillel minyan chairs!  \n\n\n\n\nShabbat Dinner: There is always a place for you around our Shabbat table! All students are welcome – bring your friends or come make new ones at Hillel every week for our delicious kosher Shabbat dinners. Each week is facilitated by a cohort of Shabbat Fellows\, who are there to welcome you\, facilitate the evenings\, and ensure everyone who attends feels at home.Dinner concludes with Birkat Hamazon (the blessing after meals)\, dessert\, and board games – we would love to see you for any or all parts of Friday night you can make it for!Registration for Shabbat dinner is strongly encouraged. To Sign up for weekly Shabbat dinners and to receive information about Shabbat each week\, sign up for our text bot system: \n\n\n\n\nText the word ‘Dinner’ to 617 420 7411\n\n\n\nclick here to see upcoming Shabbats\n\n\n\nSaturdays:  \n\n\n\nShabbat at Tufts Hillel continues on Saturday mornings\, with bi-weekly Saturday morning Conservative services. All students are welcome!  \n\n\n\nFollowing Shabbat morning services\, join us for Shabbat lunch upstairs at Hillel. To register for Shabbat lunch\, text the word ‘lunch” to 617 429 7411.  \n\n\n\nShabbat at Tufts Hillel concludes on Saturday afternoons and evenings\, with bi-weekly mincha and maariv services\, dinner\, singing\, and Havdalah! Join us for any or all parts of the evenings as we conclude the day of rest as a community \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! We look forward to celebrating with you.  \n\n\n\nFor questions please email hillel-center@tufts.edu
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/shabbat-at-tufts-hillel/2026-02-06/
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Holidays,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250902T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142621Z
UID:10002885-1770372000-1770375600@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Talmud Chaburah
DESCRIPTION:Want 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. \n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Participants should be comfortable reading Talmud in the original Hebrew/Aramaic.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/talmud-chaburah/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260115T144047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T144051Z
UID:10003244-1770314400-1770318000@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Nice Jewish 'Bos: Dating as an NJB
DESCRIPTION:Growing up\, were you ever told you had to marry a Jew? Let’s talk about it this week at our second Nice Jewish ‘Bos (NJB) session. Snacks will be provided. \n\n\n\nIntroducing NJB: Nice Jewish ‘Bos! This program explores what it means to be a Jewish man in the twenty-first century through conversations\, bonding activities\, and fun! Over four sessions throughout the semester\, will cover topics such as men’s mental health\, dating\, mitzvot (religious obligations)\, masculinity\, and more.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/nice-jewish-bos-dating-as-an-njb/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Be Social (Social Program)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260213T142845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T165958Z
UID:10003257-1770303600-1770325200@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Challah for Chesed
DESCRIPTION:Challah for Chesed\, formerly known as Challah for Hunger\, is a student group committed to giving back through the tradition of baking challah. Each week\, we bake and sell delicious flavors like Chocolate Chip\, Cinnamon Sugar\, Everything Bagel\, Sweet Crumb\, and Plain. All proceeds support Family Table\, one of the largest Jewish food banks in Greater Boston\, helping provide meals to families in need. \n\n\n\nThis semester\, our bakes are on 1/22\, 2/5\, 2/19\, 3/12\, 3/26\, and 4/23. \n\n\n\nYou can join us on Thursdays for… \n\n\n\nDough-Making: 3-4pm \n\n\n\nBraiding: 5-6pm \n\n\n\nBaking: 7-8pm \n\n\n\nSelling: 8-9pm \n\n\n\nSign up here to bake with us: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gwh5K3jQw-jW_pK81vj7gW6oQ3AWssRpN6g8sXFJ3ew/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/challah-for-hunger-16/2026-02-05/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260129T040112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T040116Z
UID:10003254-1770204600-1770211800@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Tu B'shvat: Pot Decorating & Planting
DESCRIPTION:Stop 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!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/tu-bshvat-pot-decorating-planting/
LOCATION:Campus Center\, 44 Professors Row\, Medford\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Be Social (Social Program),Holidays,Jewish Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260115T040241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T201628Z
UID:10003242-1770143400-1770147000@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Making Micrography!
DESCRIPTION:Micrography 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!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/making-micrography/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260213T205500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205638Z
UID:10003276-1770139800-1770143400@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Community Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nFood. People. Comfort. \n\n\n\nFor the most up to date info please see our social media \n\n\n\ninstagram.com/tuftshillel \n\n\n\nfacebook.com/tuftshillel
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/community-dinner-14/2026-02-03/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tuftshillel.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2023_10_13-Community-Gatherings-3-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250902T174250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205319Z
UID:10002814-1770139800-1770143400@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Community Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nFood. People. Comfort. \n\n\n\nFor the most up to date info please see our social media \n\n\n\ninstagram.com/tuftshillel \n\n\n\nfacebook.com/tuftshillel
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/community-dinner-13/2026-02-03/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250911T150415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T202657Z
UID:10002954-1770136200-1770139800@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Texts and Values: A Weekly Jewish Study Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/texts-and-values-a-weekly-jewish-study-circle/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260126T025839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T032046Z
UID:10003251-1769965200-1769970600@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Tu B’shvat Seder
DESCRIPTION:Come 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 to join us!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/tu-bshvat-seder/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260126T033430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T033434Z
UID:10003252-1769954400-1769958000@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Pickling for Tu B'shvat
DESCRIPTION:Learn 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!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/pickling-for-tu-bshvat/
LOCATION:The Bayit\, 98 Packard Avenue\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250918T150602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142724Z
UID:10003130-1769796000-1769878800@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Shabbat at Tufts Hillel
DESCRIPTION:Shabbat at Tufts Hillel \n\n\n\nShabbat 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 Shabbat with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday Nights:  \n\n\n\nCandle Lighting: Every Friday\, join us in the Hillel lobby as we transition into Shabbat with a communal candle lighting and intention-setting. Candles will also be available to light on your own time as you arrive at the Hillel building. In the winter\, feel free to come by earlier to light candles as the sun sets.Services: After candle lighting\, welcome Shabbat with prayer in our Reform or Traditional Egalitarian services. Services are student led\, with song\, dvar torahs\, intention setting\, and a way to begin the weekly holiday with joy as a community. \n\n\n\nInterested in leading a part of the service? Want to bring a melody you love\, or a poem you want to share? Looking to learn some of the prayers? Looking to start (or re-start) a new minyan or service during Shabbat? Contact our staff or Tufts Hillel minyan chairs!  \n\n\n\n\nShabbat Dinner: There is always a place for you around our Shabbat table! All students are welcome – bring your friends or come make new ones at Hillel every week for our delicious kosher Shabbat dinners. Each week is facilitated by a cohort of Shabbat Fellows\, who are there to welcome you\, facilitate the evenings\, and ensure everyone who attends feels at home.Dinner concludes with Birkat Hamazon (the blessing after meals)\, dessert\, and board games – we would love to see you for any or all parts of Friday night you can make it for!Registration for Shabbat dinner is strongly encouraged. To Sign up for weekly Shabbat dinners and to receive information about Shabbat each week\, sign up for our text bot system: \n\n\n\n\nText the word ‘Dinner’ to 617 420 7411\n\n\n\nclick here to see upcoming Shabbats\n\n\n\nSaturdays:  \n\n\n\nShabbat at Tufts Hillel continues on Saturday mornings\, with bi-weekly Saturday morning Conservative services. All students are welcome!  \n\n\n\nFollowing Shabbat morning services\, join us for Shabbat lunch upstairs at Hillel. To register for Shabbat lunch\, text the word ‘lunch” to 617 429 7411.  \n\n\n\nShabbat at Tufts Hillel concludes on Saturday afternoons and evenings\, with bi-weekly mincha and maariv services\, dinner\, singing\, and Havdalah! Join us for any or all parts of the evenings as we conclude the day of rest as a community \n\n\n\nAll are welcome! We look forward to celebrating with you.  \n\n\n\nFor questions please email hillel-center@tufts.edu
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/shabbat-at-tufts-hillel/2026-01-30/
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Holidays,Shabbat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260117T170758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T221919Z
UID:10003245-1769778000-1769778000@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Ethiopian Jewry and the Lost Kingdom of the Gideonites
DESCRIPTION:This 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. \n\n\n\nThe presentation will also include the latest discoveries and developments in the research on the Gideonites\, drawing on Dr. Wexler’s recent expedition to Ethiopia\, where he and his team searched for archaeological and historical evidence of the lost Kingdom of the Gideonites. \n\n\n\nDr. Elad Wexler is a Visiting Professor at Tulane University\, a scholar of Ethiopian Jewry\, and a filmmaker. \n\n\n\nProudly sponsored by: Department of International Literary and Cultural Studies\, Charles Smith Endowment Fund\, Judaic Studies Program\, Hebrew Program\, Tufts Hillel\, Department of History\, and Program in Medieval Studies
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/ethiopian-jewry-and-the-lost-kingdom-of-the-gideonites/
LOCATION:Laminan Lounge in Olin Center\, 180 Packard Ave\, Medford\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250902T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142621Z
UID:10002884-1769767200-1769770800@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Talmud Chaburah
DESCRIPTION:Want 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. \n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Participants should be comfortable reading Talmud in the original Hebrew/Aramaic.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/talmud-chaburah/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260121T172853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T172902Z
UID:10003247-1769709600-1769716800@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Bunchi: an Ethiopian-Israeli story (Film Screening\, Dinner\, and Discussion with Director Esti Wexler)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.  \n\n\n\nEsti Almo Wexler is one of the leading voices in contemporary Israeli cinema and one of the most prominent Ethiopian-Israeli filmmakers working today. Following the screening\, she will speak about the making of the film\, her personal journey\, and her experience working as an Ethiopian-Israeli woman in the film industry. \n\n\n\nBunchi tells the story of an Ethiopian-Israeli mother who must confront deeply rooted traditional gender roles as she struggles to protect her family from a growing crisis. With emotional depth and striking intimacy\, the film explores themes of motherhood\, immigration\, cultural identity\, and the tensions between tradition and modern life. \n\n\n\nThis moving and thought-provoking film offers a rare and authentic look into a community and a story that is seldom seen on screen. The screening and conversation with the director promise an engaging evening of cinema\, culture\, and dialogue.  \n\n\n\nSponsored by: \n\n\n\nDepartment of International Literary and Cultural Studies \n\n\n\nCharles Smith Endowment Fund \n\n\n\nJudaic Studies Program \n\n\n\nHebrew Program \n\n\n\nTufts Hillel \n\n\n\nDepartment of History \n\n\n\nProgram in Medieval Studies
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/bunchi-an-ethiopian-israeli-story-film-screening-dinner-and-discussion-with-director-esti-wexler/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T235900
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260118T220846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T220850Z
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SUMMARY:Apply to Live in the Bayit
DESCRIPTION:Applications to live in the Bayit (Tufts Jewish Culture House) during the 2026-2027 school year are open and due January 28th via the Housing Portal on SIS. Apply now!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/apply-to-live-in-the-bayit/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260126T022350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T022354Z
UID:10003250-1769538600-1769542200@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Babka & Board Games
DESCRIPTION:Come to Hillel for a fun\, low-key night with games\, babka\, and good vibes.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/babka-board-games/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Be Social (Social Program)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20260213T205500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205638Z
UID:10003275-1769535000-1769538600@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Community Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nFood. People. Comfort. \n\n\n\nFor the most up to date info please see our social media \n\n\n\ninstagram.com/tuftshillel \n\n\n\nfacebook.com/tuftshillel
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/community-dinner-14/2026-01-27/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060445
CREATED:20250902T174250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205319Z
UID:10002813-1769535000-1769538600@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Community Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nFood. People. Comfort. \n\n\n\nFor the most up to date info please see our social media \n\n\n\ninstagram.com/tuftshillel \n\n\n\nfacebook.com/tuftshillel
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/community-dinner-13/2026-01-27/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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