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March 2026
Young Professionals Interfaith Iftar Dinner and Havdalah
Please join the Young Professionals group and the Peace Island Institute for an interfaith potluck dinner for Iftar and Havdalah. Gather at 5:30 to break the fast after sunset at 5:54pm, with dates and water, a few words connecting to the Parashah and Ramadan, prayers and Havdalah, and dinner. RSVP here
Find out more »Kabbalat Shabbat
Join us as we begin Shabbat with our traditional Kabbalat Shabbat and maariv service. Please join the Ansche Chesed clergy to reconnect with our community as well as find nourishment and inspiration in the music and words of our tradition.
Find out more »Rabbi on the Block Screening
Rabbi on the Block is a documentary film that shows how Rabbi Tamar Manasseh is bringing together Jews of all colors, building bridges that will serve as the foundation for a revitalized alliance of African Americans and Jews while creating a new style of activist Judaism. The film is directed by Ansche Chesed member Brad Rothschild and there will be time for a Q&A after the movie. See more information about the movie here: https://www.menemshafilms.com/rabbi-on-the-block Purchase Tickets
Find out more »Shirei Shabbat
Join Hazzan Hirschhorn for an evening of song and prayer as we support and elevate the voice of our community with the help of Shirei Chesed singers.
Find out more »Hametzfest Family Shabbat Dinner
Let us take care of Shabbat dinner the week before Passover! Families with kids are invited to join us for a participatory Family Kabbalat Shabbat Service at 5:30 and dinner at 6:15. Open Gym for kids. Register here by Wednesday, March 25
Find out more »Questioning and Kashering with Rabbi Kalmanofsky
To get ready for Passover, please bring your Kashrut questions and your pots and pans. We'll help you prepare for the feast of freedom by boiling away the Hametz. RSVP here
Find out more »April 2026
Pesach Services
Join the Ansche Chesed community in the Sanctuary to celebrate Pesach. The service on Thursday, April 9 (including Yizkor) will also be held virtually on Livestream and Zoom.
Find out more »Minyan M’at Pesach Services
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Find out more »Community Second Seder
This year consider joining us for an engaging participatory intergenerational Seder celebration. Rich in songs in many languages, rooted in tradition, highlighting and weaving together unique stories and experiences of everyone around the table. No one leaves a stranger! “Let all who are hungry come and eat.” — Our seder is open to AC members and non-members, adults and children. Register by Friday, March 27 at 10am
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The Upper West Side Mimouna Celebration
Celebrate the vibrant conclusion of Passover at the Upper West Side Moroccan Mimouna! Enjoy an unforgettable evening of music, food, and tradition, featuring the enchanting sounds of Layali El Andalus. Indulge in a rich and colorful Mimouna table, overflowing with handmade sweets, traditional mufletas, and refreshing Moroccan mint tea. Purchase discounted tickets Layali El Andalus breathes new life into the musical traditions of Morocco, Andalusia, North Africa, and the Middle East. Founded by Moroccan-born musician Rachid Halihal (singer, oud, violin.)…
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