Passover at Berkeley Hillel

The first night Seder is Monday, April 22nd, 2024! Candlelighting is at 7:30 p.m. There are 5 seders options this year (descriptions are in the form). The deadline to register is April 19th.

The second-night seder will be hosted in staff homes. The deadline to register is April 17th.

Passover Meal Schedule: We will have Kosher for Passover dinners for students throughout Pesach; please register using the form below.

Passover Events: We have a lot going on during Pesach! Check out the full schedule here

Throughout Passover, we will have kosher-for-Passover snacks and food available for students at the kitchenette in the lobby. Check the Events Calendar for open building hours, especially on Chag days.
To keep the building Kosher for Passover, we ask that no one bring in their own food during the holiday.

 

    A staff member will be in touch to schedule

  • Seder Options - Monday, April 22

  • Greatest Hits of the Haggadah: A Family Seder with Rabbi Adam
    Join us for a seder that covers the "greatest hits" of the haggadah. Just like at home, we'll go around the room and read the Hagaddah together. It will be lively and interactive! (Estimated duration: 2 hours)
  • The Full Plate: A Traditional Seder with Rav Maya
    The Haggadah teaches that whoever expounds about the story of our exodus at length is praiseworthy. In this spacious seder, we'll move through the traditional liturgy of the Haggadah and allow its questions, stories, and symbols to guide our learning and discussion on this sacred night of vigil. Let all who are hungry for the richness that a full seder can offer: come and eat! (Estimated duration: 3.5 hours)
  • Modern Israeli Seder with Noga (in Hebrew)
    We will read an alternative Hebrew Hagada that tells the story of escaping Egypt in a fun, engaging, and interactive way. We will read in Hebrew, and sing many Holiday and modern Israeli songs. We'll be thankful for our freedom, and pray for the freedom of our hostages. (Estimated duration: 2.5 hours)
  • Adam and Adamah: An Earth Justice Seder with Chance & Hannah
    Join for a pluralistic seder that includes traditional liturgy and supplements exploring our relationship to the Earth, ethical food consumption, sustainability and a pursuit of justice. This seder will be lively and interactive, with space for community reflection, storytelling, and a renewal of our commitment as responsible stewards of the Earth. (Estimated duration: 2.5 hours)
  • Grad Student Seder
    While graduate students are welcome at any of our Berkeley Hillel Seders, this one is JUST for graduate students! Join us for a traditional Seder and an opportunity to build community. At this Seder, you can expect participatory reading, thoughtful conversation, and delicious food. (Estimated duration: 2 hours)
    Join us for candle-lighting at 7:30pm with seders beginning shortly afterward.
  • Second Night Seder -- April 23
    If you are interested in joining a second night seder at a staff member's house, please reach out to Lauren at lfleischman@berkeleyhillel.org
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    We are happy to provide programmatic support for students hosting their own second night seders. If you plan on hosting and are in need of staff support, please reach out to Rav Maya at mzinkow@berkeleyhillel.org .

  • Kosher for Passover Meals

    In addition to the seders, we will be offering Kosher for Passover meals throughout the week. Supplies are limited. Please only select the meals you plan to attend. All meals are Kosher for Passover and have a vegetarian option. Because of holiday constraints, vegan options may be limited. Shabbat dinner will be open to all, as usual.
    Throughout Passover, there will be food in the kitchenette that you are welcome to come and eat. You do not need to RSVP for this.
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