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SUMMARY:Night Bird Album Release: Rebecca Mac String Band at BackRoom Boston
DESCRIPTION:Experience a night of transformative and engaging  music at BackRoom Boston featuring the Night Bird Album release – Rebecca Mac String Band.  On Wednesday\, July 1\, at 7:00 PM\, join us at The Boston Synagogue for a performance that bridges the gap between centuries-old tradition and modern innovation. \nModern Klezmer & Eastern European Folk \nLed by the award-winning klezmer violinist Rebecca Mac (member of Mamaliga)\, the band presents a fresh take on Eastern European folk music. Night Bird features intricate\, off-beat arrangements and original fiddle tunes inspired by deep-rooted soundscapes. \nAs one of the most exciting new klezmer groups in Boston\, the Rebecca Mac String Band delivers a sound that is: \n\nSoulful & Haunting: Melodies that evoke the history of the “Old World.”\nWhimsical & Vibrant: Modern arrangements that keep you on the edge of your seat.\nOriginal Compositions: A first look at the tracks that define their 2026 debut release.\n\nVenue & Location Details \nThe concert takes place at the intimate BackRoom Boston at The Boston Synagogue\, located at 55 Martha Road\, Boston\, MA. Known as a premier venue for world-class Jewish music\, it provides the perfect acoustic setting for the band’s debut. \n\nDate: Wednesday\, July 1\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:45 PM)\nLocation: 55 Martha Road\, Boston\, MA 02114\n\nReserve Your Tickets \nTickets are free but the concert is not free to produce. We offer a sliding scale to ensure those who want to enjoy a cultural\, music experience in Boston’s West End neighborhood may do so.  Your donation ensures cultural programs like this continue to thrive. \nDon’t miss this electrifying album release. Witness the evolution of klezmer music live in the heart of Boston.
URL:https://bostonsynagogue.org/event/night-bird-album-release-rebecca-mac-string-band-at-backroom-boston/
LOCATION:The Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Rd\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
CATEGORIES:backroom,BFNJ-Music,Klezmer
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SUMMARY:Jewish Downtown\, Boston Movie Series - ZERO MOTIVATION
DESCRIPTION:Jewish downtown movie culture through Film — where stories come alive on screen and in community. \n\n\n\n\nJewish Downtown Boston Movie Series features: ZERO MOTIVATION \nMovie Night is hosted by Young Professionals Benjamin & Sarah in partnership with BackRoom Boston\, with The Boston Synagogue as our venue. \nEnjoy the film on a huge screen with immersive surround sound for a true theater-like experience. Plus\, our unique downtown location is easy to reach by MBTA\, and we offer both free parking and validated parking at the Cambridge Street Garage. And since the weather is finally on our side\, come early to relax on the patio. Grab snacks and beverages\, meet new people\, and start some great conversations before the movie begins. \n✨ What to Expect: \n\nFeature film screening on a large screen with surround sound\nA lively\, social atmosphere in the heart of downtown Boston\nA celebration of Jewish storytelling through film\nCommunity gathering before and after the movie\n\nWhether you’re deeply connected to Jewish culture or just love great independent films\, this evening promises laughs\, insight\, and a memorable night out.\n🎬 Grab your seat and join us for our Summer series: Jewish downtown movie culture through Film — where stories come alive on screen and in community. \nZERO MOTIVATION\nJuly 8 @ 7:00 PM \nA hilarious\, poignant and crowd-pleasing Israeli black comedy\, ZERO MOTIVATION is a biting commentary on the absurd bureaucracy and monotony of military conscription\, the often undervalued roles of females in the military and the perils of carrying out meaningless orders. \nWinner of Best Narrative Feature and the Nora Ephron Prize at the Tribeca Film Festival. Winner of 6 Awards of the Israeli Film Academy\, including Best Director\, Best Actress (Dana Ivgy)\, and Best Screenplay. \n“An engaging\, desert-dry\, feminist-minded comedy … ” – Brad Wheeler\, Globe and Mail \nIt is going to be a great series we look forward to having you join us.\nREFRESHMENTS: Popcorn\, Pizza\, Movie Munchies & Beverages \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://bostonsynagogue.org/event/jewish-downtown-boston-movie-series-zero-motivation/
LOCATION:The Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Rd\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
CATEGORIES:backroom,NexGen
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Services & a Community Dinner with Rabbi Navah Levin
DESCRIPTION:Shabbat Services & Community Dinner with Rabbi Navah Levine\nJoin us for a meaningful evening of connection and reflection at our upcoming Shabbat Services and Community Dinner featuring Rabbi Navah Levine. This special gathering is designed to bring our community together for a night of spiritual uplifting and social connection.\n\nEvent Highlights\n\nSoulful Shabbat Services: Join Rabbi Navah Levine for an inspiring service filled with song\, prayer\, and community spirit.\nCommunity Dinner: Following the service\, enjoy a delicious\, fully Kosher meal shared with friends and neighbors.\nFamily-Friendly Environment: We welcome families! Our menu includes kid-friendly options to ensure our youngest guests have a wonderful experience.\n\n\nImportant Registration Details\nTo help us prepare\, please ensure you make your dinner reservations ASAP.\n\nDate: Friday\, July 10\nTime: 6:30 PM\nLocation: The Boston Synagogue\n55 Martha Road\nRSVP ASAP\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Shabbat in a warm\, welcoming environment. Whether you are a longtime member or new to our community\, we look forward to sharing this evening with you The patio is open for schmoozing with familiar faces and make new friends.\n\nLink: Click Here to Make Your Dinner Reservations
URL:https://bostonsynagogue.org/event/shabbat-services-a-community-dinner-with-rabbi-navah-levin-2/
LOCATION:The Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Rd\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T180000
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SUMMARY:BBQ Summer Fun
DESCRIPTION:BBQ Summer Fun\nCelebrate summer with Boston’s downtown Jewish young professionals for a BBQ & Bonfire experience at The Boston Synagogue! \n\n\n\n\n\nKick off the season with an evening of great food\, good vibes\, and meaningful connections. Whether you’re new to the community or reconnecting with familiar faces\, this is the perfect opportunity to relax\, meet new people\, and enjoy a summer night together. \nWe’ll be firing up the grill with juicy burgers\, hot dogs\, and all your favorite toppings and sides\, with plenty of delicious options to satisfy every appetite. Grab a plate\, a cold drink\, and settle in for a laid-back evening filled with conversation\, laughter\, and community. \nSpend time on the patio enjoying classic lawn games\, gathering around the bonfire as the sun sets\, or simply soaking up the summer atmosphere with friends old and new. Prefer to stay indoors? Head inside to enjoy music\, drinks\, and comfortable spaces to mingle and unwind. \nWhether you’re coming with friends or flying solo\, you’ll find a welcoming crowd\, a relaxed atmosphere\, and plenty of opportunities to connect. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate summer\, make new memories\, and be part of Boston’s vibrant Jewish young professional community. We can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://bostonsynagogue.org/event/bbq-summer-fun/
LOCATION:The Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Rd\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
CATEGORIES:NexGen
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Israeli Music: The Songs That Have Shaped Us
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Israeli Music: The Songs That Have Shaped Us \n\n\n\nExperience the timeless melodies and modern rhythms that connect us all at The Boston Synagogue. \nA Journey in Song\nMusic has always been the voice of our people. From the nostalgic\, pioneering harmonies that echo the dreams of our ancestors to the fresh\, contemporary beats of modern Israel\, these songs are the soundtrack of our shared journey. Join us at The Boston Synagogue for an immersive and joyous evening of song\, community\, and cultural celebration. \nWhere Heritage Meets Modernity\nOur evening will be held in the architectural beauty of The Boston Synagogue. Nestled in downtown Boston’s historic West End\, our venue features a striking blend of Jewish heritage and clean\, mid-century Bauhaus style. It is the perfect backdrop to honor where we came from while celebrating the dynamic\, evolving spirit of modern Israeli culture. \n\nRegister Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrating-israeli-music-the-songs-that-have-shaped-us-tickets-1992930162765?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://bostonsynagogue.org/event/celebrating-israeli-music-the-songs-that-have-shaped-us/
LOCATION:The Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Rd\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
CATEGORIES:backroom,Family Fun,NexGen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T194500
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SUMMARY: A Reflective Evening of Tisha B'Av at The Boston Synagogue 2026
DESCRIPTION: A Reflective Evening of Tisha B’Av at The Boston Synagogue\n\nJoin us for a deeply reflective evening of Tisha b’Av at The Boston Synagogue. Located in Boston’s historic Jewish West End neighborhood\, our sanctuary is home to the last standing immigrant shul congregation in the area. As evening shadows cascade through our iconic Bauhaus-style sloped skylight ceilings\, we will gather in this historic space to observe this solemn day and seek a vision of hope for the future. \nTisha b’Av (the 9th day of the month of Av) memorializes the destruction of Jerusalem and the loss of the ancient Jewish state. Throughout history\, other calamities befell the Jewish people on this date\, including the expulsions from England and Spain\, Holocaust\, and October 7th. While we grapple with despair on this day\, we also come together to look toward tomorrow.\n\n\nEvent Schedule & Details\n\nAtmosphere: Somber evening services and observations under the cascading twilight shadows.\nChanting: The traditional reading of Eicha (Lamentations) in both English and Hebrew.\nInclusivity: Welcoming— singles\, families\, young professionals\, LGBTQIA+\, or interfaith. \n\n\nPLAN YOUR HIGH HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE WITH OUR DOWNTOWN BOSTON JEWISH COMMUNITY
URL:https://bostonsynagogue.org/event/a-reflective-evening-of-tisha-bav-at-the-boston-synagogue-2026/
LOCATION:The Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Rd\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Holidays,NexGen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T160000
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SUMMARY:Jewish Tu B'av Crafternoon: Letters and Collage
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Jewish young professionals in Boston for a special Tu B’Av celebration at the Boston Synagogue\, featuring a creative arts & crafts experience led by AvirLev. \nKnown as the Jewish holiday of love\, Tu B’Av is a time to celebrate friendship\, connection\, community\, and belonging. This engaging Boston Jewish young professionals event offers the perfect opportunity to meet new people\, express your creativity\, and connect with others in a welcoming and inclusive environment. \nDuring this hands-on arts and crafts workshop\, you’ll have the chance to create something meaningful for a crush\, partner\, friend\, or yourself. Whether you’re an experienced artist or simply looking for a fun and relaxing afternoon activity in Boston\, this event is designed for all skill levels and interests. \nEnjoy light snacks and refreshments while socializing with other Jewish young adults from across the Greater Boston area. Whether you’re looking to expand your social circle\, celebrate Tu B’Av traditions\, explore your artistic side\, or discover new Jewish community events in Boston\, this gathering offers a unique and meaningful experience. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Tu B’Av in Boston\, make new connections\, and be part of a vibrant community of Jewish young professionals. Come create\, connect\, and celebrate love\, friendship\, and community with us at the Boston Synagogue. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://bostonsynagogue.org/event/jewish-tu-bav-crafternoon-letters-and-collage/
LOCATION:The Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Rd\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
CATEGORIES:NexGen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T220000
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SUMMARY:You’ll Find It All Still Here by Lisa Greenwald
DESCRIPTION:You”ll Find It All Still Here by Lisa Greenwald for Not Your Bubbe’s Book Club at The Boston Synagogue \nYou’ll Find It All Still Here by Lisa Greenwald introduces her leading character\, a successful event planner\, Mira Erdman who never expected to see Brush Hill Camp again. But these days\, the old sleep away camp in the Berkshires offers “adult” experiences for New York’s twenty something Jewish singles. And Mira’s bubbie knows it’s the perfect place for her granddaughter to find love. \nNot Your Bubbe’s Book Club offers a unique Jewish twist featuring exciting  Jewish authors and Jewish stories directly featured from The  Jewish Book Council.  \nDate: July 27 \, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Eastern Time) \nJoin us for a meaningful discussion to explore this fun and emotional trip down memory lane\, author Lisa Greenwald’s playful second-chance romance is perfect for anyone who grew up reading her middle-grade books or spent fervent summers away at camp. \nDon’t miss out on the chance to share your thoughts and connect with fellow book lovers.\nSee you there! \nStay tuned for Not Your Bubbe’s latest releases for the Autumn and Winter season.  You will want to secure these fabulous reads and join us for the discussion.  Updates coming soon. \n— See you there\nPS: Grab the August book while you are at it: Maine Characters by Hannah Orenstein \n\nCalling all bibliophiles: Do you like to read between the wines? 📚\nIf you’re looking for a group that celebrates a love of both books and a good drink\, then you’re in the right place!\nSee the Full Spring / Summer Collection Here & RSVP! \nRSVP here!
URL:https://bostonsynagogue.org/event/youll-find-it-all-still-here/
LOCATION:The Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Rd\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154334Z
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SUMMARY:ELECTRIC HORA
DESCRIPTION:Our July ELECTRIC HORA takes us back to where it all started – The Boston Synagogue! We’ll be at the Burren again starting in August every fourth Tuesday. \nHave you ever danced the hora at a Jewish wedding and thought\, “Damn! I should do that every month!” Been lifted in a chair above a circling sea of friends and family? Clapped your hands for a patsch tanz or stomped your feet to a bulgar? Have you ever wanted to? \nNow is your chance. It’s time for ELECTRIC HORA\, Boston’s best klezmer dance series\, featuring a rotating cast of the top dance leaders and klezmer musicians from across New England. \nJuly’s ELECTRIC HORA is hosted by our friends at the Boston Synagogue and features the following fabulous artists: \nOr Levinson – dance leader \nNat Seelen – clarinet \nPete Fanelli – trombone \nMichael McLaughlin – accordion \nKirsten Lamb – bass \nGrant Smith – drums \nOr Levinson (they/them) is a dancer\, facilitator\, and educator; they have been based in Minneapolis for the past 13 years and are now thrilled to be transitioning to the Boston area to begin their rabbinic education at Hebrew College. Their creative work often features klezmer music\, Yiddish folk dance\, and themes of Jewish diaspora and the search for home\, belonging\, and solidarity on Native land. Their most recent full-length performance\, DOIKAYT: a velt mit veltlekh\, was commissioned as part of Red Eye Theater’s Isolated Acts series in 2024. They have taught improvisation-based movement to both youth and adults for the past ten years\, including for high schooler students at the Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Arts. In community space\, Or teaches and leads Yiddish dance\, often in conjunction with Minneapolis klezmer band Di Bayke\, and as part of the Twin Cities’ now-annual Klezmer on Ice Festival. \nRegister And Learn More Here: https://events.humanitix.com/electric-hora-july-2026
URL:https://bostonsynagogue.org/event/electric-hora/
LOCATION:The Boston Synagogue\, 55 Martha Rd\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
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