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SUMMARY:Get the Scoop - Hillel GIM
DESCRIPTION:Do you like ice cream? Want to learn all about the amazing programming going on at Hillel this semester? What social justice initiatives is Hillel running this semester? \n\n\n\nAnswers to all of your questions and more at the GIM this Sunday!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/get-the-scoop-hillel-gim-2/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T173000
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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-13/2025-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T173000
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DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20260213T205500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205638Z
UID:10003258-1757439000-1757442600@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-14/2025-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250820T223330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T223952Z
UID:10002788-1757444400-1757448000@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:HCAP and ESL General Interest Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come learn more about two of Hillel’s amazing volunteering opportunities! \n\n\n\nOur ESL program\, Hillel/McGlynn/Medford Cultural Partnership (HMMCP)\, works to provide English classes to McGlynn Middle School parents and Medford community members who are English language learners. \n\n\n\nHCAP (Hillel Community Action Partners) is an initiative that works to provide after school arts\, engineering\, and homework help programs to local middle schoolers.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/hcap-and-esl-general-interest-meeting/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250909T154541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T151544Z
UID:10003001-1757532600-1757536200@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Elul Journals: Preparing for the New Year
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a creative and meaningful way to step into the High Holidays! In the spirit of Elul\, the month of reflection and preparation\, we’ll decorate and personalize journals to use for introspection\, goal-setting\, or capturing your thoughts throughout the year ahead. No experience needed\, just come ready to reflect\, create\, and prepare your heart and mind for Rosh Hashanah. Light snacks provided!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/elul-journals-preparing-for-the-new-year/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Jewish Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250902T184659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T220921Z
UID:10002859-1757602800-1757624400@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Challah for Hunger
DESCRIPTION: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 9/11\, 9/25\, 10/16\, 10/30\, 11/13\, 12/4.  \n\n\n\nYou can join us for…  \n\n\n\nDough Making 3-4PM \n\n\n\nBraiding 5-6PM \n\n\n\nBaking 7-9PM \n\n\n\nSign up here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gwh5K3jQw-jW_pK81vj7gW6oQ3AWssRpN6g8sXFJ3ew/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/challah-for-hunger-13/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel-Downstairs Chapel\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250902T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142621Z
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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/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250910T174722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T141239Z
UID:10003003-1757696400-1757797200@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Community Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Friday Night: \n\n\n\nJoin us this Friday at 5pm for a pre-Shabbat gathering\, with coloring books\, beads\, and friendship bracelets to meet people and kick off the evening together. Candle lighting and services will be at 6pm\, followed by dinner at 7pm and dessert at 8pm.  \n\n\n\nSaturday: \n\n\n\nJoin Tufts Hillel as we close out Shabbat together this Saturday\, September 13! We will have bagel lunch at 12-1\, mincha (afternoon) services at 5:30\, followed by Seudat Shlishit (light dinner)\, singing\, and Havdalah\, followed by Slichot – a song-filled service leading into the High Holiday season. Feel free to join for any or all parts of the afternoon/evening – looking forward to seeing you there!  \n\n\n\nSchedule for the evening:  \n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM Lunch\n\n\n\n6:30 PM Mincha\n\n\n\n7:00 PM Light Dinner\, Singing\, and Board Games\n\n\n\n7:40 PM Havdalah\n\n\n\n8:00 PM Slichot
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/community-shabbat/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T173000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250911T150415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T202657Z
UID:10002934-1758040200-1758043800@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/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
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UID:10002794-1758043800-1758047400@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-13/2025-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20260213T205500Z
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UID:10003259-1758043800-1758047400@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-14/2025-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250911T150634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T150638Z
UID:10003002-1758049200-1758056400@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:First Year Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first freshmen-only event of the semester! We can’t wait to bring the class of ’29 back together for popcorn\, snacks\, drinks\, and a movie to be announced in the WhatsApp group!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/first-year-movie-night-2/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T213000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250915T152914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T152918Z
UID:10003004-1758139200-1758144600@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Sophomore Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Sophomores! Get ready for a night of competitive fun at the Hillel. We’ll have assorted board games\, cards\, snacks\, and drinks. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/sophomore-game-night/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250911T200956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T152419Z
UID:10002999-1758222000-1758227400@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Honey Cake Baking
DESCRIPTION:Come bake honey cake at the Bayit\, Tufts’ Jewish Culture House! We’ll mix\, laugh\, and fill the kitchen with sweet smells to get into the High Holiday spirit.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/honey-cake-baking/
LOCATION:The Bayit\, 98 Packard Avenue\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250918T151803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T154826Z
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SUMMARY:Murder Mystery Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Friday \n\n\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable Murder Mystery Shabbat at Tufts Hillel! As dinner takes a surprising turn\, you’ll be part of a thrilling whodunnit adventure\, filled with entertaining twists and intriguing suspects (featuring students and staff).  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re an aspiring detective\, a true-crime fan\, or just looking for a fun dinner with friends\, this evening promises mystery\, laughter\, and excitement. Don’t miss your chance to solve the case and enjoy a unique Shabbat experience! \n\n\n\nSchedule for the night:  \n\n\n\n6pm Services  \n\n\n\n7pm Dinner and Murder Mystery Party \n\n\n\n8pm Dessert  \n\n\n\nCan’t wait to see you on Friday at Tufts Hillel! \n\n\n\nSaturday \n\n\n\nJoin us for Saturday morning conservative services\, at 10:00am. Following services\, we’ll have lunch at 12! Looking to get involved or read Torah? Reach out to Katie at katie.hamelburg@tufts.edu. \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-2/
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Holidays,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250902T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142621Z
UID:10002865-1758276000-1758279600@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/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250804T154312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T131938Z
UID:10002787-1758563100-1759435200@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:High Holidays at Tufts Hillel 2025
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to welcoming you!\n\n\n\nJoin us for all or part of High Holidays\, meals\, and events. Everything you need to know is below. \n\n\n\nHigh Holiday Services\n\n\n\n1. Traditional/Egalitarian services. \n\n\n\nThis service will use the machzor (prayer book) “Lev Shalem” and will include: \n\n\n\n\nTraditional Hebrew liturgy combined with English readings and explanations\n\n\n\nGuided meditations\n\n\n\nCommunal singing\n\n\n\n\n2. Reform services will include: \n\n\n\n\nFamiliar Reform Liturgy with contemporary framings \n\n\n\nIntegrated Poetry/Creative Readings\n\n\n\nCommunal Singing\n\n\n\nMusical instrumentation\n\n\n\n\nHigh Holiday Meals\n\n\n\nYes\, it’s true you can eat delicious kosher food throughout the High Holidays. \n\n\n\nYou are invited to Tufts Hillel’s High Holidays Meals. You can expect great food\, connection with your community\, and spiritual renewal! \n\n\n\nTransparent meal pricing: \n\n\n\nThe real cost of a meal to Tufts Hillel is over $40 per person. This year\, Hillel will cover 100% of the cost of all High Holiday meals for Tufts students. \n\n\n\nFirst-Year Students \n\n\n\nAll first-years have unlimited meal swipes. Please use a meal swipe when registering for High Holiday meals. This helps Tufts Hillel receive partial reimbursement from Tufts Dining. \n\n\n\nSophomores\, Juniors\, and Seniors \n\n\n\nPlease consider using a meal swipe for your High Holiday meals. Be sure to provide your student ID and give permission on the registration form so Tufts Hillel can be partially reimbursed by Tufts Dining. \n\n\n\nParents\, Alumni\, and Community Members \n\n\n\nThe real cost of a meal to Tufts Hillel is over $40 per person. This year\, Hillel will cover 100% of the cost of all High Holiday meals for Tufts students. \n\n\n\nWe ask that parents\, alumni\, and community members consider a voluntary donation of $18\, $36\, $72\, or $100 to help us cover the cost of meals. Any non-Tufts students should contact Marilyn Goldman at marilyn.goldman@tufts.edu to arrange payment. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nTo help prepare enough food while avoiding waste\, please sign up for ALL Rosh Hashanah meals by 9/12 and for Yom Kippur meals by 9/22. \n\n\n\nSign up via text: each meal and service will have its own unique code. \n\n\n\nTo register\, text the meal or service’s code to 617 420 7411.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalk-ins:  \n\n\n\nIf you sign up in advance your meal is guaranteed; there is no guaranteed availability for walk-ins although we will do our best to accommodate. \n\n\n\nIf you missed the deadline to sign up and would like to join us please email marilyn.goldman@tufts.edu and we will do our best to accommodate you depending on availability. \n\n\n\nFull Schedule\n\n\n\nMon 09/22/25  \n\n\n\nErev Rosh Hashanah \n\n\n\n5:45 PM Erev Rosh Hashanah Reform Services\, Breed Hall \n\n\n\n6:00 PM Erev Rosh Hashanah Conservative Services\, Hillel Downstairs Chapel \n\n\n\n7:00 PM Dinner Hillel-Dining Room \n\n\n\nTues 09/23/25  \n\n\n\n1st Day Rosh Hashanah \n\n\n\n10:30am-12:30pm 1st Day Rosh Hashanah Reform Services\, Breed Hall \n\n\n\n 9:30am-12:30pm 1st Day Rosh Hashanah Conservative Services\, Hillel-Downstairs Chapel \n\n\n\n12:45 – 1:30 pm Lunch\, Hillel-Dining Room \n\n\n\nTues 09/23/25 \n\n\n\n2nd Night Rosh Hashanah \n\n\n\n6:15 PM 2nd Night Rosh Hashanah Conservative Services\, Hillel-Downstairs Chapel \n\n\n\n7:00 PM Dinner\, Hillel-Dining Room \n\n\n\nWed 9/24/25 \n\n\n\n2nd Day Rosh Hashanah \n\n\n\n9:30am – 12:30pm  2nd Day Rosh Hashanah Conservative Services\, Hillel-Downstairs Chapel \n\n\n\n12:45 – 1:30pm  2nd Day Rosh Hashanah Lunch\, Hillel-Dining Room \n\n\n\n 10/01/25 \n\n\n\nErev Yom Kippur \n\n\n\n5:15-6:00pm Erev Yom Kippur Pre-fast Meal\, Hillel-Upstairs Lobby \n\n\n\n6:15-8:00pm Erev Yom Kippur Reform Services\, Breed Hall \n\n\n\n6:15-8:15pm Erev Yom Kippur Conservative Services\, Hillel-Downstairs Chapel \n\n\n\n10/02/25 \n\n\n\nYom Kippur Morning \n\n\n\n10am-12:30pm Yom Kippur Morning Reform Services\, Breed Hall \n\n\n\n10am-1:30pm Yom Kippur Morning Conservative Services\, Hillel-Downstairs Chapel \n\n\n\nYom Kippur Evening \n\n\n\n5:30-7:05pm Yom Kippur Evening Reform Services\, Breed Hall \n\n\n\n4:45 -7:05pm Yom Kippur Evening Conservative Services-Mincha/Neilah\, \n\n\n\nHillel-Downstairs Chapel \n\n\n\n7:10-8:00pm Break Fast Meal\, Hillel-Dining Room
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/high-holidays-at-tufts-hillel-2025/
CATEGORIES:High Holidays,Orientation Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T173000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250911T150415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T202657Z
UID:10002935-1758645000-1758648600@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/2025-09-23/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250902T174250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205319Z
UID:10002795-1758648600-1758652200@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-13/2025-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20260213T205500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205638Z
UID:10003260-1758648600-1758652200@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-14/2025-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250902T184659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T220921Z
UID:10002929-1758812400-1758834000@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Challah for Hunger
DESCRIPTION: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 9/11\, 9/25\, 10/16\, 10/30\, 11/13\, 12/4.  \n\n\n\nYou can join us for…  \n\n\n\nDough Making 3-4PM \n\n\n\nBraiding 5-6PM \n\n\n\nBaking 7-9PM \n\n\n\nSign up here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gwh5K3jQw-jW_pK81vj7gW6oQ3AWssRpN6g8sXFJ3ew/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/challah-for-hunger-13/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel-Downstairs Chapel\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250922T015138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T034911Z
UID:10003005-1758826800-1758834000@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Majors Night
DESCRIPTION:Hey first-years… still figuring out your major? Not sure where to even start? \n\n\n\nMajors night is a chance to connect with upperclassmen from a variety of majors\, ask questions about classes\, professors\, and requirements\, and get insider advice. Plus\, it’s a great way to meet and bond with fellow Jumbos who’ve been in your shoes.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/majors-night/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250925T160335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T160456Z
UID:10003027-1758873600-1758992400@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Pride Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join Tufts Hillel this Friday for Pride Shabbat! Everyone of all backgrounds and expressions are welcome and wanted. It will be a meaningful night of community and fun – come as you are! Schedule for the evening: 6:00pm Community Candle Lighting and Services 7:00pm Dinner 8:00pm Special Affinity Group Discussion and DessertSaturday\, join Tufts Hillel for mincha\, light dinner\, and havdalah! Schedule for the evening: Mincha 6:00 – 6:30 Light Dinner: 6:30 – 7:15Maariv and Havdalah: 7:15 – 7:30\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-3/
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Holidays,Shabbat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250902T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142621Z
UID:10002866-1758880800-1758884400@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/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T173000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250911T150415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T202657Z
UID:10002936-1759249800-1759253400@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/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250902T174250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205319Z
UID:10002796-1759253400-1759257000@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-13/2025-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20260213T205500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T205638Z
UID:10003261-1759253400-1759257000@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-14/2025-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Be Social (Social Program),Israel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250926T130930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T130933Z
UID:10003000-1759410000-1759424400@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:Hungry Hungry Jumbos
DESCRIPTION:Come chill at Hillel after services on Yom Kippur afternoon! Whether you’re fasting or not\, this is your time to play board games and schmooze with friends on the holiest day of the year.
URL:https://tuftshillel.org/event/hungry-hungry-jumbos-4/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Be Social,High Holidays,Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20250902T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142621Z
UID:10002867-1759485600-1759489200@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/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:Tufts Hillel Building\, 220 Packard Ave\, Medford\, MA\, 02155
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092748
CREATED:20251001T183840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T184147Z
UID:10003115-1759514400-1759597200@tuftshillel.org
SUMMARY:JEWPARDY SHABBAT!
DESCRIPTION:Join Tufts Hillel this Friday for a special Jewpardy Shabbat Dinner! We’ll be having our weekly community Shabbat Dinner\, with a special Jewpardy twist. Come with a team or come on your own and join a table – we can’t wait for an evening of food\, friends\, trivia\, and fun! No prior trivia knowledge necessary 🙂  \n\n\n\nSchedule for the weekend:  \n\n\n\nFriday:6:00pm Community Candle Lighting and Services  \n\n\n\n7:00pm Dinner and Jewpardy  \n\n\n\n8:00pm Dessert  \n\n\n\nSaturday:  \n\n\n\n12:00pm lunch  \n\n\n\nRegistration 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\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-4/
CATEGORIES:Be Social,Holidays,Shabbat
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