Visions of Peace: Israel-Palestine
2023-02-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-02-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-02-16 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Visions of Peace: Israel-Palestine, is an ExCollege course offered at Tufts by Tufts Hillel and aims to teach students about the history of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and its more recent developments and peace talks. This class encourages dialogue and coexistence in the region while discussing the past and potential peace plans between Palestinians and Israelis. Taking this class allows you to know more about the conflict and to hear from inspiring speakers who advocate for Palestinian-Israeli coexistence through grassroots organizing, education, and other exciting initiatives.

EXP-066: Visions of Peace: Israel/Palestine.

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Weekly Talmud Chaburah with Rabbi Brawer
2023-02-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join Rabbi Brawer Friday mornings for Talmud study. This opportunity is for those who have studied Talmud previously and want to develop their Talmud study skills. We will be studying the first chapter of tractate Berachot.
Coffee & Cake served!
For more information contact Naftali, Naftali.Brawer@tufts.edu

Israel Book Club
2023-02-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-02-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-02-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Students and faculty members will meet weekly to discuss readings from Aaron J Hahn Tapper and Mira Sucharov’s book “Social Justice and Israel/Palestine: Foundational and Contemporary Debates.” We will allot time during the meetings for participants to read the texts that we will be discussing, so no outside reading is necessary.

All reading materials will be provided, and discussions will be run so that weekly attendance is not necessary to participate. Feel free to join us whenever you can!

All are welcome! Lunch will be served each week.

Athletes' Shabbat Sign-up
2023-02-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join us for Shabbat dinner at Hillel! To help us accommodate you for dinner please sign up below by Wednesday at 10:00am.

Shabbat dinner is provided compliments of Hillel. If you are on an unlimited meal plan, or have the resources to do so, please allow us to subsidize your meal by using a meal swipe.

First-Year Retreat!
2023-02-04 08:00 - 2023-02-05 17:00 | Tufts Hillel Building, 220 Packard Ave, Medford, MA, 02155
Hillel First-year retreat is happening! Get ready for a fun getaway to meet and build lasting connections with fellow Jewish first-years. We will leave the evening of February 4th and come back the afternoon of February 5th. The event will take place at a retreat center an hour and a half away and meals will be provided. Sign up using the link, spaces are limited!

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Rabbi Leah Meet and Greet
2023-02-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Stop by Hillel to meet Rabbi Leah, have a bagel, and chat! Stay for two hours, or just pop in.

All are welcome!

Rav Kook and Rugelach
2023-02-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Come learn with Brandeis Professor of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies Yehudah Mirsky! We will study some texts by Rabbi Kook, the first chief rabbi of Israel, that are essential for understanding contemporary Israeli politics.

Dinner will be served!

Sign Up Here: https://forms.gle/WCv9YSbcAjXFRZ8y7

Zohar Circle with Rabbi Brawer
2023-02-06 16:30 - 17:30, 2023-02-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
The Zohar is the foundational text of Jewish mysticism and it has inspired and intrigued readers for centuries. Full of hidden codes and concealed meanings the Zohar takes its readers on a spiritual journey uncovering deeper dimensions of reality and consciousness. Join this weekly session for stimulating readings and deep conversations about the meaning of life.
For more information contact Rabbi Brawer Naftali.Brawer@tufts.edu

Ma'ariv and Munchiez
2023-02-06 19:00 - 19:30, 2023-02-13 19:00 - 19:30, 2023-02-20 19:00 - 19:30 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join us for a short Ma’ariv service every Monday in the Hillel building! All are welcome no matter if you’ve never been to Ma’ariv or have been 1000 times! Snacks provided 🙂

All are welcome!

Jewish Learning Fellowship
2023-02-08 16:30 - 17:45, 2023-02-15 16:30 - 17:45, 2023-02-22 16:30 - 17:45 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
The Jewish Learning Fellowship (JLF) is a nine-week experiential seminar for undergraduates looking to deepen their understanding of Judaism on their own terms while making friends and having fun.We will discuss Jewish perspectives on social justice, asking questions like: What do I do when the world is on fire? Who am I responsible for? What do I do when systems fall apart?We will ask big questions about life but don’t purport to have any of the answers. We make no claims about the “right” way to practice or not to practice Judaism. We are all works in progress, and we hope to provide you the time and space to consider the big questions and find your own answers.In addition, we will nourish you (plenty of snacks!) and value your time (after completion of the program you will receive a stipend).

Open to all undergraduate students.

Apply Here: https://forms.gle/SqmCt7KAAx2DyZhz7

FAQWhen does the fellowship meet?We will be meeting on Wednesday evenings from 4:30-5:30 PM. Fellows are required to attend and participate in all sessions to receive a stipend.

Is there homework? Will this cause me more stress?There is no homework! And students report that JLF is a break from the stress of school and work, not an added burden.

​Who is eligible to apply?Current undergraduates are invited to apply. No previous formal Jewish learning experience is necessary. JLF is open to students from a wide variety of Jewish backgrounds, expressions, and experiences.

Can I apply if I have already participated in JLF?Returning fellows are welcome to apply, though first-time participants are given priority.

Did you mention a stipend?First-time fellows earn a $200 stipend at the end of the fellowship.

Social Justice Series: Judaism & Prison Abolition
2023-02-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Tufts Hillel will be hosting a series of social justice discussions, with the first topic being prison abolition. We will look at texts and engage in discussions surrounding Judaism’s view on prison abolition and more. Dinner will be provided!

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Replant and Renew: A Hillel Tu BiShvat Snackventure
2023-02-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join your favorite Hillel Holiday Co-Chairs for a TuBishvat seder centered on themes of refreshment and renewal. We will try new fruits, plant fresh herbs, and reflect on ourselves and the world around us.

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Valentines Calligraphy Workshop
2023-02-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Campus Center, 44 Professors Row, Medford, 02155
Come learn calligraphy in Hebrew, Chinese and other languages to make Valentine’s cards for friends and family!

All are welcome!

Interfaith Shabbat Sign-up
2023-02-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States

Soup-er Bowl Sunday
2023-02-12 13:00 - 15:30 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Warm up your winter with matza ball soup!

JQUEST Dinner and Interfaith Discussion with True Colors
2023-02-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Do you like to wrestle with sacred texts while eating delicious food? Do you have questions about creation stories from the Jewish and Christian traditions, and how they might relate to gender and sexuality? Join LGBTQ+ friends and allies from True Colors and JQUEST for a discussion of Genesis creation narratives led by Rabbi Jonah, Protestant Chaplain Dan, and chaplaincy intern Francesca. Dinner will be served!

Death and Afterlife
2023-02-14 16:20 - 17:15, 2023-02-21 16:20 - 17:15 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
What’s a soul? Is there a hell in Judaism? Are there ghosts? are the ghosts scary? Every week come for warm conversation and snacks with friends, facilitated by Rabbi Jonah around a different big idea about the Jewish afterlife – no background knowledge, or text study experience needed!

Show up, all are welcome!

If you have any questions send Rabbi Jonah an email at Jonah.winer@tufts.edu

Lots of Love Valentine's Cookie Decorating
2023-02-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Stop by the Hillel Building to decorate heart-shaped sugar cookies. This is an awesome opportunity to enjoy a sweet treat with friends!

All are welcome!

Reproductive Justice Shabbat Sign-up
2023-02-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Tufts Hillel, 220 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join Tufts Hillel in partnership with Tufts PERIOD for Reproductive Justice Shabbat this Friday! Repro Shabbat was started by the National Council of Jewish Women to frame reproductive justice in the Jewish context and discuss this important issue as a community.

To help us accommodate you for dinner please sign up below by Wednesday at 10:00am.

Shabbat dinner is provided compliments of Hillel. If you are on an unlimited meal plan, or have the resources to do so, please allow us to subsidize your meal by using a meal swipe.

Cummings/Hillel Genocide Education Experience
2023-02-19 08:00 - 2023-02-20 21:00
Save the date for the Cummings/Hillel Boston Trip over Presidents’ Day Weekend! Join fellows Jumbos as we travel to Boston and surrounding towns to learn about various genocides, listen to survivors and experts, and learn from fellow students to build community. Meals will be provided and students will return to Tufts at night. All are welcome!

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