It's time to sign up for the HBT Shabbaton — a vibrant, community-building weekend filled with heartfelt worship, learning, music, great food, creativity, play, and plenty of time to connect with friends old and new.

Come sing, learn to play mahjong, study Torah, attend an outdoor service, see a variety show, play a kickball game. We are excited that this is Pride Shabbat, where we will acknowledge and celebrate our diverse and welcoming congregation. Whether you come on your own or with family, there will be something for everyone!

Weekend Schedule

Times are approximate. Full session details to be announced.

Friday Evening, June 5

6:30–8:30 PM Shabbat dinner and Shabbat Rina

and then we come back together on:

Saturday Morning, June 6

8:45–9:30 AM Light breakfast

9:45 AM Greeting the Day with Song — morning group service

11:00 AM Worship services — Traditional, outdoor, yoga, chanting, and more. Children's service for ages 1–5.

12:30 PM Kiddush lunch and singing

We welcome all who wish to attend. To inquire about financial aid, please contact Benita Block confidentially.

Saturday Afternoon & Evening, June 6

2:00–4:30 PM Afternoon workshops and activities — hikes, study, games, music, and more

6:45 PM Dinner

7:30 PM Variety Show and Havdalah

9:00 PM End of Shabbaton

Families & Children

This Shabbaton is designed to be multigenerational, with flexibility for parents to participate in some activities with their kids or on their own. There will be something for everyone! We welcome all who wish to attend.

Childcare (Ages 1–5)

Childcare will be available during morning services and afternoon programming. Approximate hours: 9:30–10:45 AM and 1:45–3:00 PM. Advance signup is required — please indicate your needs at registration.

Children's Service

A children's service runs during the 11:00 AM worship hour for ages 1–5, alongside the adult service options.

Pricing

A Shabbaton belongs to the whole community. No one should stay home because of cost — and everyone has something to contribute.

Adults (13+)

$25

Full weekend

Youth (6–12)

$10

Full weekend

Children under 6

Free

All activities included

Pricing includes four meals — Friday Shabbat dinner, Saturday light breakfast, kiddush lunch, and Saturday dinner — plus childcare, programming, and all activities.

A Shabbaton belongs to the whole community. No one should stay home because of cost — and everyone has something to contribute. We ask all HBT members to pay an amount consistent with their financial capacity to help sustain our community. If the cost of the Shabbaton would prevent you or your family from participating, please enter the amount you are able to commit to at registration.

Register

Please complete registration by May 19, 2026.

Registration & Payment

Complete your registration and payment securely online. Adults $25 · Youth 6–12 $10 · Under 6 free.

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