Rediscovering the Joys of Shabbat Hospitality

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Shabbat with Friends New Mexico is a vibrant Jewish community focused on enriching the Shabbat experience through home-based gatherings filled with joy, music, and delicious food. Founded by Rabbi Dov Gartenberg, the initiative has expanded from 10 gatherings in Albuquerque to over 25 annual events in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, engaging a diverse, multi-generational community of more than 1,000 participants. Volunteer hosts open their homes or venues to create inclusive gatherings, supported by a dedicated team that helps with planning and execution.

Upcoming Events

Sat, May 24
NEW: SWF Musical Shabbat Gathering: Yiddish/English Songs for the Whole Family with Jordan Wax
Santa Fe Children's Museum
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May 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM MST
Santa Fe Children's Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87505, USA
Shabbat with Friends is happy to bring to the Children's Museum gifted musician Jordan Wax for a participatory concert of dynamic Yiddish music for children and the young at heart. Sing, dance, and delight to one of the most creative voices in the revival of Yiddish in America.
Sun, Jun 01
New Mexico Torah Study Vigil: Lail Tikun Shavuot
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Jun 01, 2025, 8:00 PM MST – Jun 02, 2025, 1:00 AM MST
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Celebrate the Giving of the Torah at Mt. Sinai by participating in the traditional Jewish Torah study gathering on the festival of Shavuot. The Tikun (the traditional name for this activity features some of our most outstanding Torah teachers in New Mexico. The event is free & open to the community
Fri, Oct 24
SWF Fall Shabbat Retreat in Truchas, NM, Oct. 24-26, 2025
Truchas Peaks Place
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Oct 24, 2025, 2:00 PM MDT – Oct 26, 2025, 11:00 AM MDT
Truchas Peaks Place, 1671 NM-76, Truchas, NM 87578, USA
Join us for our Fall Shabbat Retreat in the mountains amidst the colors of beautiful Truchas NM. Experience a beautiful Shabbat with activities for children and adults. Our Theme: Making Joyous and Dynamic Shabbat at Home. Enjoy great food, song, walks, and new friends.