Community Passover Open to All at Chabad Jewish Center

With the Jewish Holiday of Passover fast approaching (April 14-22), the Benet Rothstein Chabad Jewish Center has announced plans to host an open-to-all Community Passover “Seder.” 

The Seder is a traditional meal during which family and community members commemorate the Exodus from Egypt. 

It is a custom that dates back to Biblical times – nearly 3,400 years.

Chabad is offering this unique experience to the community at large. 

“We invite all members of the Jewish community to join us as we re-live this story,” said Rabbi Yosef Wolvovsky, Chabad’s Executive Director. 

“Let us explore the meaning of the Holiday together.”

At the Seder, the Rabbi explains, many rituals are observed.  From eating crunchy Matza (hand-baked crackers, which Chabad imports from Israel) to drinking four cups of wine or grape juice (Kosher, of course); from dipping vegetables in saltwater to eating bitter herbs; and, finally, there is the delicious full-course meal. Dessert included!



In addition, the “Haggada” – an ancient textbook which chronicles the Passover story – is read.  At Chabad’s Seder, the Rabbi will lead the reading in Hebrew and English, coupled with participation from community members. 

“This is always an interactive event,” he said.  “Every participant should internalize the message of the Festival as it relates to their own lives.”

The Community Passover Seder will be held on the first night of Passover, Monday, April 14 at 7 p.m.  It will take place at the Chabad Jewish Center, 25 Harris Street in Glastonbury.



Admission prices are $30 per person, with a maximum of $80 per family.  The Rabbi emphasizes, however, that no one will be turned away for lack of funds. 

All are welcome!

Sponsors are welcome at $180.  By sponsoring a Seder, you will be allowing many others to enjoy this special Holiday in a welcoming environment.



For more information or for reservations, please call (860) 659-2422, email  Rabbi@ChabadER.com, or visit the center's website.