Cost should not be a barrier to community participation. If you are unable to pay and would like to attend any of the experiences offered, please email Melissa.
A Knead for Learning: Challah Baking & Torah Learning
6 p.m. October 23 | The Kraft Center 2nd Floor
bake challah that you can take home for your Shabbat table and explore the week's Torah portion through engaging discussion! Everyone is welcome- no prior baking or learning experience needed! Pizza dinner will be served.
The upcoming challah baking sessions will be 6 - 7:30 p.m. October 23, October 30, and November 6. All sessions will be on the 2nd Floor of The Kraft Center.
Questions? Contact Sarah Pincus, The Grad Network Rabbinic Intern
Shabbat Unplug: Park Picnic
3-5 p.m. October 24 | The Great Lawn in Central Park
End your week with a relaxing picnic on The Great Lawn in Central Park! Join fellow Columbia grad students for community, games, and light snacks as we unwind and spend time together in nature. Feel free to bring a guest with you, just include their name in the registration form.
Questions? Contact Sarah Wish, The Grad Network Engagement Manager
Grad Network Shabbat Dinner
7 p.m. November 14 | The Kraft Center
End the week with The Grad Network! Dinner will be served at the Kraft Center, located at 606 West 115th Street. Advanced registration required to reserve your seat.
Guests of Columbia University and Teachers College grad students are welcome.
Cost should not be a barrier to participate. If you are unable to pay and would like to attend any of the experiences offered, please email Melissa.
The Big Shabbat: Breaking Bread & Breaking World Records
6 p.m. | November 21 | North Javits, New York City
Join us at The BIG Shabbat! On November 21, 2025, The Temple Emanu-El Streicker Centers will welcome 3,000 people of all ages to enjoy a delicious Shabbat meal, vibrant music, rich tradition . . .and claim the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD®️ for largest Shabbat dinner in history.
Be sure to select The Grad Network (Columbia/Barnard Hillel) at checkout so we can sit together as a community at this historic Shabbat!
After purchasing your ticket, apply for the Meaningful Jewish Experience Grant to receive a reimbursement up to $54.