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.

Sat, Aug 01
Shabbat Singing Around the Rabbi Dov’s Table
955 Richards Ave
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Aug 01, 2026, 7:00 PM MDT
955 Richards Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87507, US
End your Shabbat with an evening of soulful singing, meaningful stories, and joyful community around Rabbi Dov's table. Join us for a beautiful S'udah Shleesheet and Havdallah as we bid farewell to the Sabbath Queen together.
Fri, Aug 07
Introducing: A Taste of Shabbat for Families: Making the Sabbath Day Special for Your Family
Olympus de Santa Fe
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Aug 07, 2026, 5:30 PM MDT
Olympus de Santa Fe, 955 Richards Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87507, USA
This program brings together parents with younger children across Santa Fe and beyond to celebrate the Shabbat together and to learn about one beloved tradition that parents can adopt at home.