Jewish Center of the Hamptons

Collage/Mixed Media Workshop

Thursday, March 5, 1:00pm
In-Person Only

In this 3 hour workshop, students will explore a wide range of techniques and materials, including mark making, image transfers, compositional balance and more! Through playful experimentation with diverse materials, you’ll develop a personal visual narrative and discover the power of interdisciplinary art making. Students are encouraged to bring personal, found items and is perfect for all skill levels whether you’re an experienced artist or an absolute beginner. Come and have fun exploring a new outlook on your own creativity!

Havdalah for Families

Saturday, March 7, 6:00pm
In-Person Only

At the end of Shabbat, when three stars appear in the sky, we gather to say goodbye to Shabbat. At our Havdalah, we’ll hold a cup of wine, breathe in the sweetness of fragrant spices, and light a braided Havdalah candle as we sing the blessings that mark the beautiful distinctions between the holy and the everyday, between light and dark, and between the seventh day of rest and the six days of work.

This brief but meaningful ritual is a perfect way to close out Shabbat and step into the new week feeling connected, renewed, and inspired. Come as you are, and let’s end Shabbat together in warmth and community.

Secrets of the Haggadah

Mondays | March 9, 16, 30 | 4:00pm
In-Person & Virtual

For generations we’ve recited the Haggadah’s familiar words, sung its melodies, and acted out its rituals—often without realizing just how much lies beneath the surface. Secrets of the Haggadah is a five-part journey into the hidden layers of meaning embedded in one of Judaism’s most cherished texts.

Join Rabbi Josh Franklin as we uncover the surprising origins of beloved passages, decode symbols we take for granted, and explore the spiritual, historical, and psychological messages woven into the Seder. Each session opens a new doorway into the text, revealing how much more there is beyond what we read aloud once a year—reminding us that we may have only been skimming the tip of a profound spiritual iceberg.

Whether you’re leading a Seder for the first time or have been at the table for decades, this class will deepen your understanding, enrich your Passover experience, and transform the way you encounter the Haggadah.

Souper Social

Thursday, March 12, 5:00pm
In-Person Only

The Souper Social is a chance to do something simple—and meaningful—together.

Hosted at Most Holy Trinity, this community gathering brings people from across the Hamptons to share soup, conversation, and connection. Enjoy soups from local restaurants, meet new people, and sit at the table with neighbors you may not usually encounter—across faiths, cultures, and backgrounds.

In a time when so much pulls us apart, the Souper Social invites us to slow down, break bread, and be present with one another.

Model Seder for Families

Sunday, March 29, 10:00am
In-Person Only

Experience the warmth and joy of tradition and community at Model Seder for Families. Join us as we journey through the Passover story, with rituals and discussions tailored for families. This immersive experience will guide you through the Exodus narrative and promises to be an unforgettable experience for all ages.

Interfaith Passover Seder

Monday, March 30, 6:00pm
In-Person Only

Jewish Center of the Hamptons and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church invite you to join us for a meaningful Interfaith Passover Seder, an evening of learning, ritual, and shared reflection.

The Passover seder is one of the most iconic and enduring Jewish rituals—a storytelling experience centered on memory, redemption, and the ongoing human journey from slavery to freedom. For Christians, the symbols of the seder resonate deeply with familiar rituals and narratives, including those surrounding Jesus and the Last Supper. Eggs, matzah, and bread—whether matzah or wafer—carry layers of meaning that speak across traditions, inviting conversation rather than comparison.

Together, we will explore how these shared symbols illuminate both our similarities and our differences, and how the universal message of Passover—liberation, dignity, and hope— continues to speak powerfully in our world today.

Passover Morning Service

Thursday, April 2, 10:00am
In-Person & Virtual

Join our Passover Morning Service as we celebrate our freedom, the redemption from slavery, and our journey towards Sinai. We’ll be reading the traditional Torah readings, as well as pieces from Shir HaShirim (the Song of Songs), which is traditionally read on Passover.