What are Shabbat with Friends Gatherings?

A Shabbat with Friends Musical Gathering with the Oneg Shabbat Ensemble in the foreground.

Shabbat with Friends (SWF) gatherings embody the Jewish tradition of making the Sabbath a delight, in Hebrew, ‘Oneg Shabbat’. SWF gatherings are held in homes and special venues in Santa Fe and ABQ on Friday nights or Saturday afternoons. We gather for a delicious meal marked by ancient Jewish home ritual traditions that foster fellowship and a sense of community.     

At our Shabbat gatherings we... 

• are welcomed by the hospitable hosts and Shabbat with Friends volunteers. 

• enjoy live music and singing together of Shabbat and Jewish folk melodies. 

• meet familiar and new faces in a warm and friendly environment.  

• learn a bit of Torah (Jewish sacred teachings) and engage in rich conversation.  

• share the joys of community inspired by an ancient sacred meal tradition.  

SWF gatherings are joyous, spiritual, warm, and inspiring.  They are always free and open to all backgrounds. SWF is led by Rabbi Dov Gartenberg who brings his teachings and insights to our gatherings. Come experience the welcoming, satiating, joyful, and spiritually fulfilling qualities of a Shabbat with Friends gathering.  Check out the schedule of upcoming gatherings at Calendar/RSVP | SWFNM.