Where to go for a Passover Seder

Passover, one of the most celebrated holidays, is upon us.   It is the time to hear the story of how the Israelites were freed in ancient Egypt.  And time for the ritual feast – a feast shared with family, friends and community. There are several options available if you want to attend a community Seder.

Congregation Am David, Warwick, Annual Second Evening Seder led by Rabbi Richard Perlman. After services, enjoy a traditional Passover meal catered by Accounting for Taste LLC with your choice of brisket, poached salmon or vegetarian option. April 4, 6-8 p.m. $42 per adult, $26.50 per child 12 and under, Please call for reservations and more information 401-463-7944.

Temple Habonim, Barrington, Annual Community 2nd Night Seder on April 4 at 6 p.m. The Sisterhood will provide the entire meal, including main course as well as traditional Passover trimmings:  wine, matzah, Seder plates, place settings, and more. Requested donation is $15 per family, and it is requested that people bring a canned good as a donation for Tap-In, a Barrington food pantry. The Seder is open to the community with reservations required by Monday, March 30. Call the Temple office at 401-245-6536 or sign up online at templehabonim.org.

Temple Sinai, Cranston, Second night Seder. April 4, 5:30 p.m. Social Hall. Complete kosher-style Seder dinner will be served. The cost is $30 for adults, $15 for children ages 6-12, and $5 for children age 5 and under. Open to the community, but seating is limited.  For more information call 401-942-8350 or email dottie@templesinairi.org. 

Chabad of Warwick, no cost, donations to Chabad welcome.  Seder is at 8 p.m. April 3. Please call Rabbi Yossi Laufer at 401-884-7888, reservations required.

Chabad of Barrington, no cost, donations to Chabad welcome. RSVP to Rabbi Moshe Laufer 401-247-4747 for more information, reservations required. Seder both nights: Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 8:15 p.m.

If you or someone you know needs some assistance with food during this time, Passover food will be available on the following days at the Louis and Goldie Chester Full Plate Kosher Food Pantry from 10 a.m. -2 p.m.: March 27, March 31, April 3 and April 7. For more information, contact Susan Adler at 401-621-5374.

WENDY JOERING is community concierge and director of membership at the Jewish Alliance. Send questions to wjoering@jewishallianceri.org.