Passover

We’re looking forward to celebrating Passover together with Seders, experiences across campus, and more! Opportunities below are just for Columbia/Barnard undergrads. Graduate Students are welcome to connect with The Grad Network for Passover opportunities, including Seder and meals on campus.

Sign up for anything below using KraftTexts (our new rsvp system)! New to KraftTexts? Text “hi” to 917-717-5528 then answer some quick questions, and text your keyword(s) to sign up!

Seders at the Kraft Center

First Seder ~ Wed, April 5th, 7:15-9:15pm ~ text “seder1”
We’ll sing, tell the story of Passover, and enjoy the flavors of the Seder together! Whether this Seder is your first one ever or your favorite tradition of the year, all are welcome. Seder will be followed by a delicious kosher for Passover dinner.

Second Seder ~ Thurs, April 6th, 8:00pm ~ text “seder2”
Students of all backgrounds are welcome to join the second night of Passover Seder experience, which will be both traditional and accessible to all.

For those looking for a traditionally observant Passover Seder, contact Rabbi Hain ([email protected]) for details.

DIY Seders on or around campus

Whether in your dorm or apartment, the park or on campus, do Passover your own way. You will receive a Passover box which includes everything that you need to host your Passover experience. Pick up on Wednesday, April 5th, 9am-12pm at the Kraft Center.  Text “DIY” to sign up.

Passover Kraft Shabbat Dinner

Whether you’re a Kraft Shabbat regular or you’ve never been, join us for Passover Kraft Shabbat Dinner on Friday, April 7th at 8:30pm! Text “kugel” to sign up.

Passover experiences all week long!

Let My People Cocoa ~ Mon, April 10th, 1-3pm, outside Milstein 
Enjoy a sweet Passover treat! We’ll have lots of spreads and toppings for you to make your own matzah dessert.

Ritual Lab ~ Mon, April 10th, 6:30-8pm, Kraft Center ~ text “ritual”
Bring your creativity to life at Ritual Lab by making your own cup for Elijah or Miriam! We’ll be painting pottery cups with party kits from Color Me Mine.

Recipe Lab ~ Mon, April 10th, 7:30-9pm, Kraft Center ~ text “recipe”
Break out of your Passover rut at Recipe Lab! We’ll be taste testing and experimenting with charoset and dessert recipes from around the world.

Community Lunch ~ Tues, April 11th, 11am-1pm, Kraft Center ~ text “lunch”
K(osher) for P(assover) options feeling limited this week?? Stop by the 2nd floor of Kraft for a quick and casual dairy, kosher for Passover lunch!

Yankees Game ~ Thurs, April 13th, Yankee Stadium ~ text “yankees”
Take us out from campus, free us from the library. For it’s one night, Passover’s done, let’s celebrate with the Yankees!


Seder Resources