Join young and old in celebrating various holidays throughout the year. Experience the full spectrum of our rich Jewish heritage through fun and innovative programs. To receive e-mails about upcoming events please contact us at chabad@gis.net

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur – Also see Our Friendly Shul

Sukkot - is celebrated by a “Dinner under the stars” at the Chabad community Sukkah. The beautiful mitzvah of blessing the four kinds (Lulav and Etrog etc.) is brought to area homes and business to give everyone an opportunity to do the mitzvah.

Simchat Torah - is celebrated with joyous dancing after a wonderful buffet Kiddush. Kids enjoy dancing with stuffed Torahs and flags.

Chanukah – A public menorah lighting ceremony is held each year on the town common in Needham attended by hundreds of people. The event features live music, dancing and refreshments. A Menorah is displayed inside the town hall during all eight days of the holiday.

Purim – Our annual Purim event is themed to relate to a particular country or topic. In the past we have celebrated Purim in the Shtetl, Purim in Israel, Purim in Peking and Purim USA. The event features a full gourmet dinner, l’chaims, a dj or live music and spirited dancing.

Passover – In preparation for Passover special hand made Shmurah matzah is made available to the entire community. Our public Seders are well attended and enjoyed by all those who participate. The Passover festivities conclude with a special meal called the feast of Moshiach.

Lag B’omer – This unique holiday is celebrated by outdoor activities and a barbeque. Whether it’s through archery, pony rides, kite flying or a bonfire, this is a fun day for everyone to relax and enjoy themselves, while having a great Jewish experience.

Shavuot – Our annual Shavuot dairy dinner and Ice Cream Party begins with a special reading of the Ten Commandments. As adults enjoy the dairy buffet and cheese cake table the kids enjoy kid friendly food and a variety of ice cream!

Our Next Events Will Be On:

• August 30, 2010 – From the Beehive to your Rosh Hashana Table - @ Whole Foods
• September 8, 2010 - Rosh Hashana Dinnner
• September 22, 2010 - Dinner Under the Stars - in the Sukkah
• September 30 & October 1, 2010 – Hakafot celebration – come dance with the torah & enjoy great buffet Kiddush!
• December 1, 2010 –Family Fun Day at Whole Foods Market in Dedham
• December 7, 2010 - Menorah lighting on the town common
• March 20, 2011 – Purim in the Shtetl
• April 18, 2011 – First Seder
• April 19, 2011 – Second Seder
• April 26, 2011 – Feast of Moshiach
• May 22, 2011 – Lag B’omer BBQ
• June 8, 2011 - Shavuos ice cream party

Please register for these events.