Shavuot
Shavuot marks the wheat harvest in the Land of Israel (Exodus 34:22), it also commemorates the anniversary of the giving of the Torah by God to the Children of Israel at Mount Sinai. The word Shavuot means “weeks” and it marks the conclusion of the Counting of the Omer. Its date is directly linked to that of Pesach; the Torah mandates the seven-week Counting of the Omer, beginning on second day Pesach, to be immediately followed by Shavuot. This counting of days and weeks is understood to express anticipation and desire for the giving of the Torah. At Pesach, the people of Israel were freed from their enslavement to Pharaoh; on Shavuot, they were given the Torah and became a nation committed to serving God.
2025
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Joint Reform/Liberal Judaism Shavuot Ice-Cream Picnic
Sunday 18 May, 11:00-12:30
Location: Aldenham Country Park, Aldenham Road, Elstree, Hertfordshire, WD6 3BA
Join other North London Communities for some Shavuot themed fun – a walk with challenges, ending up at the kiosk for an ice-cream picnic (for all registered children).
A Reform/Liberal Judaism Collaboration with The Liberal Synagogue Elstree, HaMakom Cheder, Radlett Reform Synagogue, and Edgware & Hendon Reform Synagogue.
Well behaved dogs welcome (owners must be responsible for their dog and its behaviour around other dogs/children)
Bring along a picnic and make a day of it!
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Kuddle Up Shabbat - Shavout!
Friday 23 May, 16:15-16:45
Join our Clergy and the Shabbat Dinosaur at EHRS for stories and songs to welcome Shabbat together for Primary aged children and their siblings. With some Shavuot surprises! You can collect CRP points from attending.
Welcome to join us from 3:45 for an after school play before the service starts. There will be activities and use of the Playground.
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Cookalong - Ice Cream
Wednesday 28 May, 20:00
Join our monthly Cookalongs where we create delicious treats together with all different types of foods. Occurs on Zoom with the occasional in person meet up. These cookalongs are open to all.
This month: Getting ready for a dairy filled Shavuot. We will be coming together with Rabbi Debbie over zoom to learn how to make our own ice cream – no ice cream maker needed, inventive flavours are welcomed!
Please email rabbi.debbie@ehrs.uk for details.
Shavuot Tikkun Leil
Sunday 1 June, 19:00
Location: Radlett Reform Synagogue, 118 Watling Street, Radlett WD7 7AA
In collaboration with Mosaic Jewish Community, Radlett Reform, Kol Chai, and Elstree Liberal Synagogue, we embark on a night of learning: ‘70 Faces of Torah’ – After our Erev Shavuot service we will enjoy a Chavurah dinner together, and embark on a variety of sessions throughout the night.
Shavuot Morning Service
Monday 2 June, 10:30-12:30
Our Classic Festival service at EHRS including Yizkor and the reading of the Ten Commandments, and cheesecake kiddush.
Family Shavuot Club
Monday 2 June, 11:15-12:30
Join us for family fun filled Shavuot Club activities including:
– Huge inflatable Mount Sinai
– Cheesecake quiz
– Shavuot Scavenger Hunt
– Toys & Crafts
– Playground
– Ice Cream Kiddush
Perfect for Preschool & Primary aged children
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