A Magical Winter is Upon Us

As winter approaches, we get ready for a dip in temperature and a sparkle in the crisp air. We look forward to that first glisten of snow as it falls gently and touches down on the pavement, creating that silence that only winter can speak. It means that a new season is here again, the perfect atmosphere to celebrate Hanukkah and rejoice and spend time with friends and family.

There’s so much new at PAS this winter. Look for new programs, lectures, and classes for everyone no matter your age. Learning is something that continues throughout our lives. Step into all the offerings and we’ll see you at PAS this winter.

Gathering. Food. Family. Rest. Learning. Prayer. Community. This winter we are spotlighting the Jewish holiday that comes around every 7th day, 52 weeks a year since Creation...Shabbat!

It is designed for everyone in our community to participate, whether you’ve never celebrated Shabbat or have a regular practice. Learn new skills, get resources, be inspired, and find exciting new ways to celebrate Shabbat at home and at PAS.

Check out the Shabbat Across PAS web page and our weekly emails for great resources including fun new videos from the clergy and fellow community members. Also, keep an eye on your mailbox for a special Shabbat at-home companion!

SHABBAT SHELANU

Sat / Dec 3; Jan 21, 28; Feb 4, 11 / 10:30 am / 87th Street

Rabbi Zauzmer and Cantor Reisner

A new musical morning service geared for families with children from newborn–2nd grade.

SHABBAT RITUAL LAB

Sat / Dec 3, 10; Jan 21, 28 / 9:30 am / 87th Street

During Shabbat morning programming, CS students and their families will explore the rituals within Shabbat and holidays.

Teens And Parents With Rabbi

COSGROVE

Sat / Dec 10, Jan 14, Feb 11 / 3:30 pm

Gather with Rabbi Cosgrove once a month on Shabbat afternoons for learning and connecting.

Adults

SHABBAT RITUAL ITEMS: A CONVERSATION WITH JUDAICA COLLECTOR AND GALLERIST AVI GIRSHENGORN

Thu / Dec 8 / 6:30 pm / 87th Street

Avi Girshengorn

From kiddush cups to candlesticks, learn about the fascinating history of some of the beautiful Shabbat ritual items on display in our PAS gallery cases. Learn about their history including how they were made, used, and how they came to be in Avi’s collection.

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PRE-SHABBAT DISCUSSION: HESCHEL’S

THE SABBATH

Fri / Jan 13 / 5:00 pm / 87th Street

Rabbi Cosgrove

Gather in person for wine, cheese, and conversation before Shabbat to discuss Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel’s seminal book, The Sabbath and its enduring meaning today.

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KEEP IN STEP WITH SHABBAT!

Our blessing book will help enrich how you practice Shabbat at home. Be on the lookout this December for your copy in the mail!

ISRAELI POETRY: WELCOMING SHABBAT

Thu / Jan 19 / 2:00 pm / Online

Rachel Korazim

Explore the diversity of Israeli poetry with master scholar Rachel Korazim, focusing on Shabbat and the ever-growing body of poetry it continues to inspire.

Inspired Recipes

THE SHABBAT TABLE: COOKING DEMONSTRATION WITH KIM KUSHNER

Thu / Jan 12 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street

Kim Kushner

Culinary educator and bestselling cookbook author Kim Kushner, known for her flavorpacked recipes, will lead a cooking demonstration to bring new inspiration to your Shabbat table. Food and drinks will follow!

Registration cost for this event includes a copy of Kim’s newest cookbook, The Modern Table.

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STUDY WITH RABBI COSGROVE: THE WEEKLY COMMENTARY

Tue / Weekly / 8:00 am / 87th Street and Online

Rabbi Cosgrove

Using the writings of the great Torah commentators as our guide, we’ll study the weekly parashah through a critical lens.

PARASHAT HASHAVUA

Sat / Weekly / 9:00 am / 87th Street and Online

PAS Clergy

Study the week’s Torah portion and discover a new angle to our annual parashah cycle.

SHABBAT B’YACHAD

Sat / Monthly / 87th Street

Find the joy of Shabbat music and liturgy in a smaller setting, with opportunity to participate and engage in Jewish learning. Sing and learn with us as we celebrate Shabbat together. For more information see page 9.

SETTING THE SHABBAT TABLE: A COMMUNITY SCULPTURE

Mon / Dec 12 / 7:00 pm / 89th Street

Ellen Alt, Artist-in-Residence

All age groups and demographics will come together to create a large-scale Shabbat table, which will be displayed in the 87th Street lobby and will roll out throughout January. The artistic inspiration for this project is Claes Oldenburg, who created largerthan-life everyday objects and who passed away this past summer, as we are celebrating Shabbat in a larger-than-life manner for our community focus!