Havurah

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Havurah is a fun and meaningful way for children to develop their Jewish identities and build Jewish community. Through explorations of Jewish values, rituals, stories, and culture, the Havurah experience sparks wonder and joy, builds confidence, and inspires creativity.

The study of Jewish holidays, the Hebrew language, Torah stories, community service opportunities, and exploration of Jewish identity are significant parts of every child’s Havurah experience. Skilled teachers listen to and collaborate with the children to identify aspects of these diverse topics that are most interesting and appropriate for their particular group of students, allowing the Havurah curriculum to be co-constructed by the children and their teachers.

Havurah is a drop-off program designed for children in Pre-K–Grade 1.

Fall 2023 registration is now open!

Within each age group, we:

  • Immerse ourselves in Torah stories by acting, crafting, and discussing responses to complex tales that have been told for generations.
  • Experience rituals and learn narratives of Jewish holidays through activities including yoga, cooking, origami, computer programming, ceramics, and more.
  • Celebrate Shabbat together through unique Shabbat traditions, as well as customary blessings over candles, grape juice, and challah.
  • Sing and dance to holiday songs, Shabbat songs, Israeli songs, and songs about Jewish culture and values, while being exposed to Hebrew language in a fun and developmentally appropriate way.
  • Adventure to diverse cultural institutions, from the Tenement Museum to the Central Park Zoo, linking the world around us to our Jewish identities.
  • Participate in chesed opportunities, as community service is integral to Jewish life.
  • Invite families to partner with us in the endeavor of Jewish education through weekly classroom reflections and occasional family programs.

Help us continue to ensure accessible programming for everyone. Please support Jewish Life programming at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan.