Shabbat/Havdalah Babayit 

      ("Shabbat/Havdalah in the Home") 

                  Young Adult Edition!

As a way to further build our young adult community here at B'nai Havurah, we wanted to modify our Shabbat/Havdalah Babayit model to make an approachable "come as you are" space for young people to experience Jewish community together- all while in the home of another Jewish young adult. We define young adults as anyone 45 and younger. Each gathering will include Shabbat blessings or havdalah, fabulous company, and a meal to share. You are invited to register to attend for the first ever Young Adult Shabbat/Havdalah Babayit below!

This program will continue for with one gathering a month for 3-4 months, as is always open to adjustments as needed. We are currently seeking hosts! Please see the outlines for hosting below.

HOSTING
 

What we ask for from hosts:

• Have room for at least 8 people
• Provide space to do Shabbat blessings/do havdalah, and host may add additional programming if wanted
• Provide some level of food and drinks (but funding is available and staff will by providing wine and paper goods)

• Be prepared to welcome people they do not know into their home

The host gets to decide:

• If they want to have any additional theme or activities at their event
• If they want to allow kids to come
• If they want to have shabbat dinner or havdalah and which date they prefer
• How they want the event to be advertised and if they want to communicate with possible attendees directly or have it go through staff

ATTENDING

What we ask for from guests:

• Do not bring any additional people with you beyond who you register for
• Have a genuine interest in the B'nai Havurah community
• Bring an item to contribute to the meal if requested by the host
• Come in with an open mind and a want to meet new people

INCLUSIVITY
We include and celebrate all of our community members. Some homes may not be fully accessible to those who use a cane or wheelchair.  Also, not all community members have a means of transportation to dinner. If you have questions regarding the accessibility of a home or need a lift, don't hesitate to contact Hannah at youthandfamily@bnaihavurah.org.

Dinner Two
Young Adult Shabbat Babayit - Monclair
Friday, February 7th – 6:00 pm

Hi! I am a 26 year old young adult and 4th generation Denver native. My mother is Jewish, but my father is not, and I was raised only celebrating Hanukkah. As an adult, after experiencing many losses, my mom and I dove back into religion and I started to embrace in my Judaism. In the last year, I have celebrated and hosted my first Passover and Rosh Hashanah, started lighting Shabbat candles and making challah every Friday night and attending Shabbat services as often as I am able. I absolutely love being Jewish as it involves two of my favorite things- food and family/friends. I am an Esthetician and have my own skincare studio out of my home. When I am not working, I love cooking and baking, reading, swimming, walking my dogs, spending time with friends and family and trying new restaurants, and being a part of the young adult Jewish community.

As someone with food allergies, I am more than happy to accommodate any sensitivities or restrictions. I am more than happy to make all the courses for a pescetarian meal with gluten free options, but if you would like to bring a specific dish, please just let me know.

I live in a house with plenty of free street parking. I do not have a driveway, and please do not park in or block the neighbors driveways. There is a short path to the front door with two steps. It is possible to use a cane, walker, or someone with a wheel chair could get into the house with someone helping to lift the wheelchair from behind. However I have a split level and the bathrooms are either on the top floor or bottom floor so you will have to use at least 5 steps. I do have 3 dogs. Two of them are extremely friendly and love to say hi, and the third one is friendly but very shy so you will likely only catch small glimpses of her. I look forward to getting to know you all!

*Due to presence of large dogs and the preference of the host, this gathering is for people 18+ only*

Please note:   In an effort to balance the attendence of current B'nai members with non members, there may be limits to the number of registrants from either group of people. If you see that the registration is closed and you would like to attend, please contact Hannah at youthandfamily@bnaihavurah.org to be placed on a waitlist.

THE EVENT IS NOW FULL!