PJ Havdalah is back after the summer vacation, and we look forward to seeing many familiar and new faces.
PJ Havdalah is a monthly program for folks in their 20s-40s, with or without kids, who are interested in a friendly, low-key setting to connect with others like them.
The first part of the evening is for the whole family, and the second part is just for adults, with childcare for all ages provided by certified caregivers.
5:00pm – Dinner buffet
5:30pm – Family Havdalah led by Beth El’s clergy
5:45pm – Childcare handoff
6:00pm – Adult time – this time with special guest Miriam Anzovin! Drinks and treats provided.
7:00pm – Schmooze time
To kick off the new year, we are delighted to be joined by the wonderful Miriam Anzovin, who will take us through some of the coolest (and darkest) mysteries of the Talmud.
Miriam Anzovin is a huge Jewish nerd, storyteller, and artist, putting ancient discourse in direct communication with modern internet culture, pop culture, and current events. Some of her popular short-form video series include #DafReactions, #JewishLoreReactions, #JewishHolidayReactions, #JewishBookReactions, #AVeryJewishMakeupTutorial, the “Elder Millennials of Zion” skits, and more content on Jewish themes and ideas.
In The Daf Reactions Project, she shares her practice of daily study of the Babylonian Talmud in the Daf Yomi cycle from the viewpoint of a formerly Orthodox, now secular, Millennial feminist. In Jewish Lore Reactions, she explores her favorite epic characters and stories from the incredible, extended chain of imagination that is the collective narrative world-building of the Jewish people.
Her videos are her authentic reactions, with commentary both heartfelt and comedic, centering Jewish joy. Her role in her work is not as a teacher, nor as a rabbi, but rather as a fellow learner, a fellow traveler, on the path of Jewish discovery. Through her content she invites others to walk beside her on this journey and connect with Jewish teachings in ways that are relatable and personally meaningful to them.
ONCE UPON A TALMUD: A JEWISH LORE REACTIONS WORKSHOP (6-7pm)
Miriam will present one of her favorite stories from the Talmud, a scandalous cautionary tale about identity theft, palace intrigue, and unexpected plot twists. Starring Ashmodai, King of the Demons, and King Solomon. Also guest starring… a very special magic worm. Using Miriam’s 4 step method of encountering Jewish storytelling, participants will explore the juicy drama, fascinating characters, and the shocking “choose your own adventure” ending, all while bringing their own thoughts, feelings, emotions, and reactions to the experience.
Registration:
- Free for Beth El members
- $36 for non-members (per family)
- Non-members are also invited to purchase annual admission to all PJ Havdalah meeting, for $249
- Families who are interested in Pajama Havdalah, BEginnings, First Fridays, and/or High Holiday tickets are invited to consider our Introductory Membership ($180), which includes free access to all these programs (value of over $1,000), in addition to regular member benefits.
You may also like the following events from Congregation Beth El of the Sudbury River Valley:
- Next Wednesday, 20th August, 10:00 am, Craftisans Circle in Sudbury
- This month, 27th August, 04:00 pm, Preparing for the High Holidays: Tochecha – Loving Corrections in Sudbury, Massachusetts
- This month, 28th August, 12:00 am, Jewish Scifi/Fantasy Book Club: Contact in Sudbury, Massachusetts
Also check out other
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