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Film - “Sheva Brachot (Seven Blessings)"

Saturday, September 13, 2025 • 20 Elul 5785

7:45 PM - 11:00 PM

"Sheva Brachot (Seven Blessings)" (2023) tells the story of a Moroccan-Jewish family in Jerusalem celebrating a cross-cultural wedding, where the traditional "Sheva Brachot" (seven blessings) ritual exposes long-hidden family secrets and wounds. The film explores themes of family, culture clash, and the complexities of forgiveness against the backdrop of a joyous, yet ultimately tumultuous, week of celebrations.

Join us for the film and for the moving Selichot service which serves as a prelude to the holiday season.

Schedule for the Evening
Havdalah: 7:45 PM
Film and Discussion 8:00 PM
Dessert reception 10:30PM
Service: 11:00 PM

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Sun, August 31 2025
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