Shabbat Gathering: Nittle Nacht redux.
Dear Chevrei, as is our custom, we will gather tonight at 5.45p ct to welcome Shabbat. These are the coordinates:
Zoom
Meeting ID: 883 8469 4181
Password: 822665
Phone: +1 312 626 6799
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Here we go.
Nittle Nacht is an odd holiday in that it’s observed on Christmas Eve. And it isn’t what’s considered a "Jewish" holiday. It’s more of a folk observance, not a “Jewish” holiday at all. Last year I wrote a newsletter about Nittle Nacht and it turned out to be quite popular. So, in honor of that, I’m linking to that column now.
Shabbat Gathering: What’s Nittle Nacht?
Dear Chevra, as is our custom, we will gather tonight at 5.45p ct to welcome Shabbat and light Chanukah candles. Bring your menorahs and we will light up Zoom. These are the coordinates: Zoom
Meeting ID: 963 5113 1550
Password: 1989
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And may it be for all of us a blessing.
See you tonight!
Gut Shabbes!
All my love,
brian.
PS
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Fizz ed: The Brooklyn Seltzer Museum tells the fascinating history of ‘Jewish champagne’ - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
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