Welcome to IFF/Boston!
interfaith [in-ter-feyth]: adjective 1. of, operating, or occurring between persons belonging to different religions.
We at InterfaithFamily understand that the definition goes far beyond Webster’s.
How do you interfaith?…Interfaith relationship? Intercultural relationship? Interfaith children or grandchildren? Child of an interfaith family?
We have a knack for that! And many, many resources to help you celebrate Judaism your way!
Purim
Purim is a Jewish Halloween, a Jewish Mardi Gras and a secular New Year rolled into one. Starting on the evening of March 20th this year, it is not just a holiday for children; all Jews are commanded to be silly and celebrate the ancient victory against their adversaries by giving gifts of food to friends and to the poor.
Below are some of the Purim festivities taking place in the Greater Boston area. Keep checking back as more will be added.
Boston
March 20: Purim & Casino Night Hosted by The Boston Synagogue
Framingham:
March 24: Purim Carnival hosted by Temple Beth Am
Somerville:
March 20: Purim at Havurat Shalom hosted by Havurat Shalom
Wakefield:
March 20: Family Purim Celebration hosted by Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield
West Roxbury:
March 24: “When we grow up” Purim Carnival hosted by Temple Hillel B’nai Torah
Winchester:
March 20: Community Purim Celebration hosted by Temple Shir Tikvah
Passover
Passover lasts 8 days (7 for some) and starts the evening of April 19th
Below are some of the Passover events taking place in the Greater Boston area. Keep checking back as more will be added.
Beverly:
April 7: PJ Library Passover Interactive Experience hosted by Temple B’nai Abraham
Boston:
April 9: 19th Annual Downtown Seder hosted by City Winery Boston
Canton:
April 20: Second Seder – All are Welcome! hosted by Temple Beth David of the South Shore
March 24: Spring Celebrations: Common Themes and Rituals in Passover and Easter hosted by Temple Beth Sholom
Waltham:
April 7: Chocolate Passover Seder / Community Event hosted by Boston-area Jewish Education Program
April 6: Tot Shabbat-Passover hosted by Temple Shir Tikvah
Dessert & Discussions
Are you an interfaith/intercultural couple who would like to meet other couples to talk about navigating life, balancing two religions/cultures? Join us as we enjoy great desserts and informal, guided discussions throughout the year. See and register for our upcoming session below.
Thursday, April 11 7:00-8:30 pm Diesel Cafe, Davis Square, Somerville
90 Oak Street, 4th Floor Newton Upper Falls, MA 02464 (617) 581-6801 Contact: Jane Maine
January 16, 7:00PM
We will create narratives (stories, essays, blogs, etc.) from experiences of illness or trauma as patients, family members, or caregivers. Writers at all levels, including beginners, are welcome and all voices will be treated respectfully, confidentially, and supportively. At each session, we’ll discuss a short text and do an in-class writing exercise. Participants who wish […]
March 4, 7:00PM
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March 5, 7:00PM
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Our IFF/Boston staff is available to introduce you to interfaith family-friendly organizations and programs, and to personally help you find Jewish clergy for officiation at life cycle events. Contact them at boston@interfaithfamily.com.
