Sefardic Ceremonies

Friday Evening Potluck Shabbat

Every second Friday from 6:30-9:00PM we celebrate Shabbat with an evening of good food, personal sharing, a bilingual poetry reading, and prayers and songs in Ladino, Hebrew and Spanish.

The vibe is informal, friendly and welcoming.

Led by Stephanie Sofie Shefia Cohen

Poetry curated by Héctor Contreras López

Translation by Héctor Contreras López and Marciel Romero

Saturday Morning Shabbat Torah Ceremony

Live music by Las Flores del Valle and other musicians! These embodied Sefardic celebrations are led by members of the Sefardic community and include dance, poetry and live music. The torah is placed in the center of the room for all to experience.

10:00am-Noon, followed by an Oneg

Four ceremonies are planned in 2026:

~January 31 Celebrating Tu b’Shevat, and the fruits of the lands of exile.

~May 23 During Festival Sefardí 17, celebrating Shavuot and customs of culture preserved by women.

~July 18 Celebrating Tisha b’Av with vision and healing.

~September 19 Celebrating Shabbat Shuva during the High Holidays