Passover Seders Open to the Community
ShalomBoston.com is pleased to present this list of seders as a community service. We will be adding to it as more open seders become known to us Please check back for the most up-to-date list. You may email us information about your organization's seder at info@shalomboston.com.
First Night - Friday, April 3
Second Night - Saturday, April 4
Model and Special Interest Seders
FIRST NIGHT - FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2015
Arlington
Center for Jewish Life Arlington-Belmont (Chabad)
294 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington
7:15-10:15 pm. Join us for a memorable Community Passover Seder. Relive the exodus, discover the eternal meaning of the Haggadah, and enjoy a community Seder complete with hand-baked Matzah, wine, and a wonderful dinner spiced with unique traditional customs. To RSVP or for more information, call CJL at 617-909-8653 or email rabbiavi@jewishab.com. Suggested cost: Adult $18, Child $12. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Everyone is welcome! Register here by March 27th.
Boston
The Boston Synagogue (Unaffiliated)
55 Martha Rd., Charles River Park, Boston
617-523-0453; office@bostonsynagogue.org
Website: http://bostonsynagogue.org/seder.html
Celebrate Passover at the Boston Synagogue! Join us for our First Night Seder, a spirited, warm, traditional Seder experience with a fully catered kosher dinner in downtown! Share your melodies & traditions — with friends old & new! Led by The Boston Synagogue's dear friend, Dr. David Fishman, Professor of Modern Jewish History at JTS & one of the foremost scholars about the Jewish communities of Eastern Europe. More details on timing, cost, deadlines, etc. on the website.
The Chai Center's YJP Boston (Chabad)
105 St. Paul Street, Brookline
7:30 p.m. $36 before March 29 | $45 after
Join Boston's Young Adults for a Passover Seder Experience with a friendly and warm family spirit. Enjoy as the story of Exodus comes alive through mystical meanings and Kabbalistic insights, all explained through humor and melody by R.Mayshe Schwartz. Hebrew/English Haggadahs provided.
www.yjpboston.org/events/young-adult-seder • info@yjpboston.org • 617.278.2424
Cambridge
Temple Beth Shalom (Unaffiliated)
8 Tremont St., Cambridge
617-864-6388; www.tremontstreetshul.org
Join the TBS community to celebrate the first night of Passover with your family and your children. With delicious food, soulful singing, and deep conversation, our communal Seder will be a feast for heart, mind, and stomach. Together we'll tell the story of the Exodus from Egypt, the original story of freedom that has inspired the world, from ancient Israel to Selma and beyond. We look forward to celebrating with you! Jointly-led by TBS Sam and Annie Glott Rabbinic Fellow Rabbi William Friedman & Hebrew College Rabbinical Student Sarah Mulhern.
7:00pm - Egal Ma'ariv; 7:30pm - Seder; 9:00pm - Dinner; 10:30pm - Seder completed.
RSVP by March 24th: Member $45, non-member $50, children (4-12) $20, full-time student $30, seniors (70+) $3
RSVP after March 25th: Member $50, non-member $55, children (4-12) $25, full-time student $35, seniors (70+) $4
Please sign up on the Shul website www.tremontstreetshul.org.
You can pay through the website or by writing a check to the Shul.
Jamaica Plain
Nehar Shalom Community Synagogue (Unaffiliated)
43 Lochstead Ave., Jamaica Plain
617-522-3618
Join us for our community Seder! We will daven Ma'ariv at 6:30 and start the seder promptly at 7:00. Food will be vegetarian. Cost: $36 for adults, $18 for children 6-12, children under 6 free. For financial assistance, please be in touch with Rabbi Victor. Click here to register. Deadline for registration and payment is Wednesday, March 18th.
Newton
Beth Menachem Chabad (Chabad)
349 Dedham St., Newton, MA 02459
617-244-1200; contact@jewishnewton.com; www.JewishNewton.com
7:30 p.m. Relive the exodus, discover the eternal meaning of the Haggadah, and enjoy a community Seder complete with hand-baked Matzah, wine, and a wonderful dinner spiced with unique traditional customs. Explore the Kabalistic insight on the number four: Four cups of wine, four sons, four questions and four t ypes of freedom. Experience the liberation and freedom of Passover. Discover the Seder's relevance to today's modern Jew.
Adult $60, Child $25. Please RSVP by March 29th. For more information and reservations, call 617-244-1220, email contact@jewishnewton.com, or visit www.jewishnewton.com/seder.
Peabody
Chabad of Peabody (Chabad)
682 Lowell St., Peabody, MA 01960
7:30 p.m.; $50 per adult ($42 by March 30th), $25 per child/student
For information and to RSVP, go to www.jewishpeabody.com.
SECOND NIGHT - SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2015
Andover
Congregation Beth Israel (Conservative)
501 So. Main St., Andover
A Community Passover Seder will be held at Congregation Beth Israel of the Merrimack Valley on the second night of the holiday. Rabbi Howard Mandell will lead the family-friendly Seder, which will be geared toward people of all faiths and ages. Guests will enjoy a fully catered kosher meal and participate in the singing of traditional songs. The suggested donation for the Seder is $40 per adult, $20 per student, and $10 per child age 12 and under. No one will be denied the opportunity to participate due to financial constraints. Please register by emailing office@BethIsraelMV.org. Registration closes on March 27th.
Brookline
The Chai Center (Chabad)
105 St. Paul Street, Brookline
8:00 p.m. $55/Adult, $36/Child
Join us for our annual Passover Seder with a friendly and warm family spirit. Enjoy as the story of Exodus comes alive through Mystical meanings and Kabbalistic insights, all explained through humor and melody by R.Mayshe Schwartz. Drink the 4 cups of wine - or grape juice, ask the 4 questions - or answer them, eat some hand made Shmura Matzah all the way from Israel, and a bit of horseradish to spice things up! Hebrew/English Haggadahs provided.
www.GetChai.com/CommunitySeder • info@getchai.com • 617.278.2424
Framingham
Temple Beth Am (Reform)
300 Pleasant St. (Route 30), Framingham
508-872-8300; shalom@tempbetham.org
Website: www.tempbetham.org
All are welcome to join our Reform congregation for a lovely seder led by Cantor Jodi M. Schechtman. Participants are encouraged to bring their own seder plates (symbols will be provided). The kosher-style catered meal will include: all symbols, matzah and wine (juice for children), matzah ball soup or a vegetarian alternative, brisket with carrots and/or chicken medallions in orange-cranberry sauce or a vegetarian entree, a variety of side dishes, mandel brread and macaroons, coffee and tea. Adults: $36, ages 6-13: $15, age 5 & under: no charge. Reservations may be made by calling the Temple Office at 508-872-8300. Cancellations must be made by March 30 to avoid full charge. Full tables of 10 may be reserved. Seating is limited, so please reserve early to avoid disappointment. Next year in Jerusalem!
Franklin
Temple Etz Chaim (Reform)
Seder held at Franklin Federated Church, 171 Main St., Franklin
508-528-5337; admin@temple-etzchaim.org
Temple Etz Chaim 2nd Night Community Seder 5775. Leave all the preparation to us! From gefilte fish to brisket to macaroons, Sodexho, Dean College's Culinary Team, will cook it all and the Rabbi Alpert will lead us all. Before March 28th: adults $30, children (3-10) $15, children under 3 free; after March 28th: adults $36, children (3-10) $18, children under 3 free. Reservations are due no later than April 2nd! To RSVP, call the temple office and send payment, with number of individuals in each category, to Temple Etz Chaim, 900 Washington St., Franklin, MA 02038. Financial assistance is always available - speak with Rabbi Alpert for details. Menu to include: chopped liver; matzoh ball soup; brisket with mixed vegetables; cauliflower & broccoli mix; roasted potatoes; new vegan entree (carrots & parsnips sauteed w/ spinach, grilled asparagus and roasted shallots au gratin with red pepper coulis); matzoh baklava and flourless chocolate cake.
Malden
Congregation Agudas Achim-Ezrath Israel
245 Bryant St., Malden
781-324-0108 - Barbara
Comgregation Agudas Achim-Ezrath israel will hold its 24th annual Passover Seder on Saturday, April 4 at 6:30PM. A full course traditional seder dinner will be served with choice of chicken or vegetarian. Adults $30 and children 12 and under $10.00. RSVP by March 27 to the Congregation, attention Barbara Weiner. For more info please call Barbara at 781-324-0108
Newton
Temple Beth Avodah (Reform)
45 Puddingstone Lane, Newton 02459
Plan to celebrate the second night of Passover with Rabbi Stern and Cantorial Soloist Susan Glickman at Temple Beth Avodah. VineRipe Grill will be catering a delicious meal featuring traditional favorites, including chicken soup with matzah balls, chopped liver, stuffed capon with seasonal vegetables, and chocolate dipped matzah and macaroons. 6:00-8:00 pm. Adults $40, Children 6-13 $20, 5 & under free. Questions? Call the Temple at 617-627-0045. Register to attend here. Deadline is Monday, March 30th, at noon.
Beth Menachem Chabad (Chabad)
349 Dedham St., Newton, MA 02459
617-244-1200; contact@jewishnewton.com; www.JewishNewton.com
7:45 p.m. Relive the exodus, discover the eternal meaning of the Haggadah, and enjoy a community Seder complete with hand-baked Matzah, wine, and a wonderful dinner spiced with unique traditional customs. Explore the Kabalistic insight on the number four: Four cups of wine, four sons, four questions and four t ypes of freedom. Experience the liberation and freedom of Passover. Discover the Seder's relevance to today's modern Jew.
Adult $60, Child $25. Please RSVP by March 29th. For more information and reservations, call 617-244-1220, email contact@jewishnewton.com, or visit www.jewishnewton.com/seder.
Randolph
Temple Beth Am (Conservative)
871 North Main St., Randolph
781-963-0440
Temple Beth Am cordially invites you to attend its Fifth Annual Community Passover Seder at 6:15 pm on the 2nd night of Passover (Saturday). Seating is limited and reservations cannot be confirmed without payment. Adults $30 (after March 16: $40); Children (under 13) $15 (after March 16: $25). Please RSVP with payment to Temple Beth Am. Questions? Call the Temple Office at 781-963-0440 or email Faye at fruma51@gmail.com.
Wellesley
Kahal B'raira (Humanistic)
Seder held at Wellesley Community Center, 219 Washington St., Wellesley
cathycab@gmail.com; www.kahalbraira.org
Experience the Passover traditions and celebrate freedom at Kahal B'raira's Passover Seder! Kahal B’raira is Greater Boston’s congregation for Humanistic Judaism. We have offered a nontheistic alternative in contemporary Jewish life since 1975. Share in the reading of our Humanist Hagaddah, sing holiday songs, and enjoy a holiday meal. And, children can search for the afikomen. If you love Jewish culture or if you are just beginning to experience it, you will find our services rich with song, meaning and celebration. Services are primarily in English, Hebrew is translated and transliterated, and customs are explained. No prior level of Jewish knowledge is needed and the Seder is appropriate for adults and children. $35 per adult/$20 kids 8-13/kids under 8 are free. Seder starts at 5:00 pm. To register: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=fc8c58
Worcester
Congregation Beth Israel (Conservative)
15 Jamesbury Dr., Worcester, MA 01609
508-756-6204
6:30-9:30 p.m. Interactive Community Seder. All are welcome!
Soup, Dinner, Kiddush, Dessert, Songs & More! Family Friendly!
$36/Adult, $18/Child ages 6+ & College Students, Free for Children 5 & under. (Financial assistance available by contacting Rabbi Fellman.)
RSVP's requested by March 30th. For reservations or with questions, please call 508-756-6204. Please send payment, along with name, phone/email, and number of attendees, to the temple office at the address above.
MODEL AND SPECIAL INTEREST SEDERS
AJC Boston 16th Annual Diplomats Seder
Sunday, March 22 5:30 p.m.
At the JFK Library and Museum. We are pleased to announce that the 2015 seder will be led by Frederick M. Lawrence, President of Brandeis University. Seder Co-Chairs: Rachel Berkey and Michael Sperling, Eleanor and Ambassador (Ret.) Barry White. To purchase tickets and/or make a donation, please visit the American Jewish Committee/Boston website at www.ajcboston.org/Seder. For more information, please contact Boston@ajc.org or 617-457-8700.
The New England Jewish Labor Committee's 15th Annual Labor Seder
At IBEW 103, Boston, 256 Freeport St., Boston, MA 02122
Tuesday, March 24 5:00-8:30 p.m. (5-6 schmooze time)
Join the Greater Boston Jewish and Labor communities to celebrate our shared traditions and strengthen our work together. Dinner will be served. The Jewish tradition obligates us to relive the Exodus and liberation story of Passover in every generation. The Labor Seder is a unique interfaith opportunity through which labor and Jewish community leaders and activits continue to build bridges. We hope that you will join us at the table to learn more about current worker struggles right here in Greater Boston, find ways to get involved in meaningful campaigns for social justice, and rejoice with us in the ancient and joyful holiday of Passover. Honoring: Boston Mayor Marty Walsh. Recognizing: The Workers of Harvard-owned DoubleTree Hotel Unite Here Local 26 Campaign, The Fast Food Workers 'Fight for $15' Campaign, The Adjunct Faculty SEIU 509 Campaign. Gold Co-Sponsor: Unite Here Local 26. Co-sponsors: Moishe/Kavod House, Jewish Alliance for Law and Social Action, Boston JCRC, and Boston Workmen's Circle. Suggested ticket donation: $54 ($18 for low-income). All are welcome regardless of donation. To RSVP, register on this website or email Marya Axner, Regional Director, at NewEnglandJLC@JLC@jewishlabor.org or call 617-227-0888. Send checks to: Jewish Labor Committee, 18 Tremont St. #320, Boston, MA 02108 or pay through the website.
10th Annual Cape Verdean-Jewish Passover Seder
Wednesday, March 25 6:00-9:00 p.m.
At Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley St., Boston, MA 02119
At this special Seder (with dinner), we will share the liberation stories and songs of both Jews and Cabo Verdeanos, as we explore the histories and cultures of both groups. FREE, but please register here. Registration closes on March 24th.
Annual Potluck Seder, Congregation Agudath Achim
Wednesday, April 8 6:00 p.m.
At The Jewish Community House, 133 High St., Taunton, MA 02780.
Cost: $20 single person/$35 for a family up to 4/$40 for a family of 5+. Seder will be led by Rabbi/Cantor Anne Heath. Traditionally "kosher style" with both Sephardic/Ashkenazi non-dairy meat/pareve main dishes and pareve desserts. There will also be a kosher meat option for those who are interesed. Please, nothing with peanuts or tree nuts. Family friendly and open to all. For more information and to make reservation, please contact Mija Almeida at 508-880-3068 or mbalmeida@aol.com. Please also let us know what you will be contributin to the potluck.
Passover Shabbat Dinner
Friday, April 10, 2015 6:30 p.m.
At Open Spirit, 39 Edwards St., Framingham, in Sue Dickerman Hall.
An open and welcoming Passover Shabbat dinner, led by Rabbi Katy Allen of Ma'yan Tikvah and One Earth Collaborative. We will begin outside to enjoy the waxing moon and some evening prayers and blessings. Indoors, we will share a catered vegan Kosher for Passover dinner, punctuated by Bibliodrama and song, as we tell the story of Exodus. For people of all faith traditions. Suggested donation: $10-$40, more if you can, less if you c an't. What should I bring: A short poem or reading about freedom or spring. How do I sign up: Call 508-877-8162 or go to www.openspiritcenter.org.