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# Congregation Or HaTzafon

The Jewish Congregation of Fairbanks, Alaska

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- [Home](https://www.orhatzafon.org/) - Jewish community of Fairbanks, Alaska. Reform congregation serving the Interior with Shabbat services, holidays, and community events.
- [Contact Us](https://www.orhatzafon.org/about-us/contact-us/) - Address: 1744 Aurora Drive, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Mailing Address: PO Box 74863, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Phone: (907) 456-1002 Email: Office@OrHaTzafon.org Office Hours: Mon./Wed./Fri. 11am-5pm Send Us A Message Your Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) Phone(Required)Subject(Required)Message/CommentsCAPTCHA Submit Δ
- [Jewish Learning](https://www.orhatzafon.org/community/jewish-learning/) - Our synagogue renovations are almost complete! Look to your weekly newsletter and the online calendar for current summer programming. Sunday School - Or Hatzafon offers a two-hour Sunday school class in which children ages 7–12 learn about holidays, heritage, and tefila, and do arts and crafts related to holidays or weekly Torah lessons. Depending on
- [Full Calendar](https://www.orhatzafon.org/or-hatzafon-events/full-calendar/) - This Week’s Candlelighting Times Search Search Show Advanced Search Search Category Category Community EventsMeetingsPrograms & ClassesServicesSocial Events Clear All Search Today Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday S M T W T F S 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6:00 PM - Board of Directors Meeting 10 11
- [Short History of the Fairbanks Jewish Community](https://www.orhatzafon.org/about-us/short-history-of-the-fairbanks-jewish-community/) - The history below reflects the development of Jewish communal life in Fairbanks and Interior Alaska. We also recognize that this history took place on the traditional homelands of Alaska Native peoples, including the Dena people of the Interior. Jews have played a prominent part in the history of Alaska since its purchase in 1867. Early
- [Passover Seder 2026](https://www.orhatzafon.org/or-hatzafon-events/passover-seder-2026/) - We are pleased to be holding our Passover Seder this year at Pike's Waterfront Lodge! Our seder will be on the 1st night of Passover this year which is April 1st and we will be having our seder led by our returning intern Rav. Alden Solovy! Please purchase your tickets by March 24th to ensure
- [Donate](https://www.orhatzafon.org/donate/) - Congregation Or HaTzafon is a community run organization. We depend on the generous tzedakah from people like yourself to keep the doors open and the congregation running smoothly. Please consider making a donation today. "*" indicates required fields Donation Amount* Type of Tribute* No Tribute In honor of In memory of On the occasion of
- [Leadership](https://www.orhatzafon.org/about-us/leadership/) - Officers President: Aviv Snowberry Vice President: Shelly Foint-Anderson Secretary: Teri Gross Treasurer: Yuval Freincle Committees Ritual: Beth Hughes Membership: Aviv Snowberry Rabbi committee: Shelly Foint-Anderson, Aviv Snowberry, Jeff Rothman Building & Grounds: Shelly Foint-Anderson Finance: Yuval Freincle Investments: Thad Keener Education/Sunday School: Jeri Rosenbloom Good Works: Shelly Foint-Anderson & Beth Hughes Yahrzeit: Naomi King Public
- [Annual Events](https://www.orhatzafon.org/or-hatzafon-events/annual-events/) - Welcome rabbi BBQ – Get to know our new (or returning) summer rabbi or cantor! Join us at the synagogue for a meet and greet, and enjoy salmon burgers, Hebrew National hot dogs, and sides and desserts contributed by community members while you mingle with old and new friends at this potluck party. Jews in Canoes
- [Pay for Your Membership](https://www.orhatzafon.org/join/pay-for-your-membership/) - The membership of the Congregation shall be those persons paying annual dues as determined by the Board of Directors and whose completed membership application has been approved by the Board of Directors. To be accepted to full voting membership, applicants must be 18 years of age or older and be either Jewish or unaffiliated with another
- [Services & Worship](https://www.orhatzafon.org/community/services-worship/) - Shabbat services are held at 7:00 PM on Fridays, with occasional family services with shabbat potluck dinners that are scheduled earlier in the evening (see calendar for details). Join the mailing list to receive weekly announcements for services. During the winter, spring, and fall, services are led by members of the community. In the summer,
- [Summer & High Holidays Clergy](https://www.orhatzafon.org/community/summer-high-holidays-clergy/) - Congregation Or Hatzafon does not have a full-time rabbi. We hire rabbinical students each summer to lead services, teach summer classes, provide rabbinical counseling, and prepare students for B’nai Mitzvah. Recent summer rabbis include 2022: David Mahfouda, Hebrew College, Newton, MA 2021: Chayva Lehrman, finishing at Hebrew University College, Los Angeles 2020: Scott Goldberg 2019,
- [Summer 2022 Student Rabbi](https://www.orhatzafon.org/community/summer-high-holidays-clergy/summer-2022-student-rabbi/) - David Mahfouda (he/him) is a Rabbinical Student and Teaching Fellow at Hebrew College. Prior to matriculating at Hebrew College, David was a practicing artist and curator at the Proteus Gowanus Gallery in Brooklyn, where he co-founded the Fixers Collective, an anarchist repair community that gathered weekly to fix broken things. David was also the cofounder
- [From the President](https://www.orhatzafon.org/join/from-the-president/) - Dear Jewish Community Member, Our purpose is to promote the enduring and fundamental principles of Judaism and to ensure the continuity of the Jewish people. Our synagogue building is the farthest north in the world. We are located in the heart of Alaska and want to meet the needs of our community and those who
- [Events](https://www.orhatzafon.org/or-hatzafon-events/) - CONTENTS
- [Store](https://www.orhatzafon.org/store/)
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- [Our Mission](https://www.orhatzafon.org/about-us/our-mission/) - Whether you attend Shabbat every Friday or visit our synagogue once a year, you are a part of our Jewish community. We welcome you with open arms. Located in the heart of Alaska, our synagogue is the farthest north in the world. Throughout the year we offer a variety of services and activities to our
- [About Us](https://www.orhatzafon.org/about-us/)
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- [Community](https://www.orhatzafon.org/community/)

## Events

- [Jews 'n Canoes!](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/jews-in-canoes-2/) - Float: Meet at 1pm at Graehl Landing. Leave around 1:30pm with a stop at Pioneer Park. (Contact the Synagogue if you need a canoe and/or life jacket). Float to Chena Wayside for BBQ. Barbeque: 4-6pm at Chena Wayside - first pavilion inside the gate.
- [Torah and Bagels w/ Joy Klein](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-and-bagels-w-joy-klein/) - at the Synagogue
- [Shabbat Services, In-Person: Aviv Gilbert](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/oneg-provided-by-shelly-foint-anderson-need-service-leader/) - Oneg Provided by Shelly Foint-Anderson.
- [Shabbat Services, In Person: David Mahfouda](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-david-mahfouda/)
- [Or Hatzafon Volunteering @ Stone Soup](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/or-hatzafon-volunteering-stone-soup-2/) - Join Or Hatzafon in volunteering at Stone Soup! A great opportunity to engage with community and embrace the warmth of giving.
- [Shabbat Services, In Person w/ Thad Keener](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-w-thad-keener/) - Oneg provided by Thad Keener
- [Or Hatzafon Volunteering @ Stone Soup](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/or-hatzafon-volunteering-stone-soup/) - Join Or Hatzafon in volunteering at Stone Soup! A great opportunity to engage with community and embrace the warmth of giving.
- [Rav Pop Up @ the Fairbanks Farmers Market](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/rav-pop-up-the-fairbanks-farmers-market/) - Join us for Rav Pop-Up, an informal opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in conversation with our rabbi. Whether you have questions about Judaism, want to explore a topic in greater depth, or simply enjoy thoughtful discussion, all are welcome. No prior knowledge is needed—just bring your curiosity! This pop up will be at the
- [Community Shabbat Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/community-shabbat-dinner-2/) - Join us for our Community Shabbat Dinner as we gather to share a delicious meal, celebrate Shabbat, and enjoy the warmth of our community before Shabbat services. Everyone is welcome - members, friends, visitors, and anyone interested in experiencing Shabbat. There is no need to bring anything - just bring yourself. Dinner is provided, and
- [Rav Popup @ Little Owl Cafe](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/rav-popup-little-owl-cafe/) - Rav Popup Let’s hang out! We’ll have a few informal opportunities to gather and chat, Jewish gab and Torah talk driven by your thoughts and questions. Our first ‘Rav PopUp’ will be Wednesday, June, 24th, 1-3p, at the Little Owl off of College Road. I’m also hoping you’ll come to our Women in Torah and
- [Pride Shabbat Family Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/pride-shabbat-family-dinner/) - Pride Shabbat Family Dinner Join us for a special Pride Shabbat Family Dinner hosted by Jeri. Gather with friends, family, and community members for an evening of good food, conversation, and celebration as we welcome Shabbat together and honor the diversity that strengthens our community. Whether you're a longtime member, new to the area, visiting
- [Secure Community Network Trainings](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/secure-community-network-trainings/) - We will be hosting a representative from the Secure Community Network who will be in town to provide training to community members for our continued safety. More information to come.
- [Coffee Pop-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/coffee-pop-up-4/) - Coffee Pop-Up Join us at Congregation Or HaTzafon for coffee, conversation, and community. Whether you're a longtime member, new to the area, visiting Fairbanks, or simply curious about Jewish life, you're welcome to stop by. There is no formal program—just an opportunity to connect with others in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Come for a
- [Community Shabbat Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/community-shabbat-dinner/) - Dinner is provided by a rotating host from the community — sometimes home-cooked, sometimes picked up locally. No RSVP, cooking, or contribution is expected; just come enjoy a meal and good company.
- [Shabbat Service with Rav Alden](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-with-rav-alden/) - Shabbat ServiceFriday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Rav Alden. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community as we welcome Shabbat together in the heart of Interior Alaska. An oneg and
- [Welcome Rabbi BBQ](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/welcome-rabbi-bbq/) - Welcome Rabbi BBQFriday, June 5 Join Congregation Or HaTzafon as we welcome back Rav Alden for the start of his two-month summer rabbinute in Fairbanks. This backyard BBQ will be potluck-style and meat-based. The congregation will provide hamburgers, salmon burgers, and veggie burgers, and attendees are welcome to bring a side dish, dessert, or beverage
- [Birch Hill Cemetery Cleanup – Jewish Section](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/birch-hill-cemetery-cleanup-jewish-section/) - Birch Hill Cemetery Cleanup – Jewish SectionMonday, May 25 at 12:00 PM Join Congregation Or HaTzafon for our annual Memorial Day cleanup of the Jewish section at Birch Hill Cemetery. Each year, community members come together to help clean, care for, and honor this important space and the memories of those laid to rest there.
- [Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-8/) - Shabbat ServiceFriday, May 29 at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Jeri. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services.
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/board-of-directors-meeting-2/) - Board of Directors MeetingSecond Wednesday of Each Month6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The Board of Directors of Congregation Or HaTzafon meets monthly to guide and support the ongoing life of the congregation through planning, discussion, and decision-making on programs, events, and organizational matters. These meetings are open to all members of the congregation who would
- [Tot Shabbat](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/tot-shabbat/) - Friday, May 29 at 5:30 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Families with young children are invited to join us for Tot Shabbat with Jeri. This relaxed and engaging gathering introduces Shabbat through songs, stories, blessings, and community in a welcoming environment for little ones and their families.
- [Shavuot Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shavuot-shabbat-service/) - Shavuot Shabbat ServiceFriday, May 22 at 7:00 PM Join us for our weekly Shabbat service as we also celebrate Shavuot together as a community. Services will be led by Aviv. During the evening, we will also take time to honor and remember Stu Gittleman, who passed away on November 11, 2025. An oneg following services
- [Dairy Potluck and Torah Study](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/dairy-potluck-and-torah-study/) - Erev Shavuot: Dairy Potluck & Torah StudyThursday, May 21 at 6:00 PM Join us as we celebrate Erev Shavuot with a community dairy potluck and an evening of learning and discussion led by Dafna. This year’s study topic is: “Bullies and Disruptors in the Torah: Jewish Wisdom and Advice from our Ancestors.” Together, we’ll explore
- [Sophia's Bat Mitzvah](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/sophias-bat-mitzvah/) - Saturday, July 12 at 10:30am- Sophia's Bat Mitzvah
- [Bat Mitzvah Pre-Party](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/bat-mitzvah-pre-party/) - Friday, July 11 at 6pm - Bat Mitzvah Pre-Party.
- [Torah and Bagels](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-and-bagels-2/) - Saturday, July 5 at 11am - Torah and Bagels.
- [Jews in Canoes](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/jews-in-canoes-4/) - Friday, July 4 - Jews in Canoes. Details TBD
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-15/) - Friday, June 27 at 7pm. Shabbat Services with Aviv. @ Or HaTzafon
- [Torah and Bagels](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-and-bagels/) - Saturday, June 21 at 11am - Torah and Bagels. @ Or HaTzafon
- [Family Potluck and Tot Shabbat. At 7pm - Shabbat Services with Yitzi.](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/family-potluck-and-tot-shabbat-at-7pm-shabbat-services-with-yitzi/) - Friday, June 20 at 5:30pm - Family Potluck and Tot Shabbat. At 7pm - Shabbat Services with Yitzi. @ Or HaTzafon
- [Cemetary Clean-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/cemetary-clean-up/) - Sunday, May 25th @ 10:30am Join us in respecting and honoring those who came before us by doing some volunteer clean-up work at Birch Hill Cemetary
- [Rabbi Welcome BBQ](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/rabbi-welcome-bbq/) - Community potluck bbq (meat potluck, no dairy) to welcome back Rabbi Yitzi! Services thereafter. All at Or HaTzafon
- [Or HaTzafon Community Seder Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/community_seder_2025/) - Join us for a Community Passover Seder. This year, our community Seder will be held at Pike's Waterfront Lodge. There will also be a (kosher) dessert auction, alongside matzoh ball making. If you are interested in providing a dessert for auction or making matzoh balls, please reach out to us at: congregationorhatzafon@gmail.com. Ticket sales are
- [Coffee Pop-up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/coffee-pop-up-3/) - 10am to 1pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Morning Shabbat Service w/ Rabbi Moshe King](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/morning-shabbat-service-w-rabbi-moshe-king-2/) - 10:30am @ Or HaTzafon
- [Havdalah w/ Rabbi Moshe King](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/morning-shabbat-service-w-rabbi-moshe-king/) - 3pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Service w/ Rabbi Moshe King](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-w-rabbi-moshe-king/) - 7pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-7/) - 7pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-6/) - 7pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Service & Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-dinner/) - Service and Dinner provided by Elisbeth Nadin. Dinner @ 6:30, Services @ 7, @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-14/) - 7pm, in-person, @ Or HaTzafon Services led by Aviv
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-13/) - 7pm, @ Or HaTzafon Services led by Thad Oneg from Norma
- [General Membership Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/general-membership-meeting-5/) - Sunday, Oct. 20th, 4pm @ Or HaTzafon This is your reminder to renew your membership if you have not done so yet. We will talk shop, discuss the last year, and discuss what to look forward to in the next year.
- [Breaking the Fast (Dairy)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/breaking-the-fast-dairy/) - 7pm, Break the Fast, Dairy at Synagogue
- [Neilah](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/neilah/) - 5:30pm, Neilah, Or HaTzafo
- [Minchah](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/minchah/) - 4:30pm, Minchah, Or HaTzafon
- [Yizkor](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yizkor/) - 1pm, Yizkor (directly after morning service), Or HaTzafon
- [Yom Kippur Morning Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yom-kippur-morning-service/) - 10am, Morning Service, Or HaTzafon
- [Kol Nidre Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/kol-nidre-service/) - October 11th: Kol Nidre Service at 7pm, @ Or HaTzafon
- [High Holy Days Choir Practice](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/high-holy-days-choir-practice/) - @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-12/) - In-Person, Or HaTzafon, 7pm
- [Coffee Pop-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/coffee-pop-up-2/) - @ Or HaTzafon. 10am to 1pm
- [Portage to the Interior - Book Reading](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/portage-to-the-interior-book-reading/) - Wednesday, June 26th, 7pm @ Or HaTzafon Thad Keener has recently published a book! Congratulations Thad! To celebrate and support Thad and his new publication, join us for a reading and discussion of his book, Portage to the Interior: A Russian-Alaskan Life.
- [Family Sing-Along, Storytime, and Challah French Toast Making](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/family-sing-along-storytime-and-challah-french-toast-making/) - Sunday, June 23rd, 10:30am @ Or HaTzafon Join us for singing, stories, and a delicious breakfast!
- [Havdallah @ Elyse's](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/havdallah-elyses/) - Details TBD
- [Torah Study](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-study-4/) - @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-5/) - @ Or HaTzafon
- [Almost a Minyan @ Botanical Gardens](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/almost-a-minyan-botanical-gardens/)
- [Torah Study](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-study-3/) - @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-4/) - @ Or HaTzafon
- [Torah Study](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-study-2/) - @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-11/) - 7pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Earth-Based Judiasm @ Creamer's Field](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/earth-based-judiasm-creamers-field/) - Details TBD
- [Jews in Canoes](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/jews-in-canoes-3/) - DETAILS TBD
- [Zack's Coffee Pop Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/zacks-coffee-pop-up-4/)
- [Erev Shavuot](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/erev-shavuot/) - Tuesday, June 11th, 7:00pm @ Or HaTzafon Join us and eat cheesecake that we baked on Sunday. We will also do some learning and have a discussion about the themes of Shavuot. It is traditional to eat cheesecake and to learn on Shavuot. Also, this holiday is about receiving the Torah at Mount Sinai. You
- [Cheesecake Baking for Shavuot](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/cheesecake-baking-for-shavuot/) - Sunday, June 9th, 10:30am @ Or HaTzafon Come to the Or HaTzafon kitchen to bake cheesecake in preparation for Shavuot! We will bake dairy- and gluten-full and dairy-free and gluten-free options. It is traditional to eat dairy, and specifically cheesecake, on Shavuot, because it symbolizes new life and Spring. We will eat the cheesecake on
- [Camping Shabbaton](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/camping-shabbaton/) - This Friday-Saturday, June 7-8 at River Park Campground, site numbers 65 and 74. Look for Thad and a white canopy. Campsites are available starting at 4pm Services at 7pm led by Summer Rabbi Yitzi Oneg after provided by Jerry and Janet Checkout Saturday at 2pm Bring your own food and camping materials Come for the
- [Welcome summer (student) rabbi BBQ & services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/welcome-summer-student-rabbi-bbq-services/) - Join us to welcome our new summer student rabbi, Yitzi Gittelsohn! BBQ kicks off at 5 pm, and services led by the Yitzi will start at 7 pm.
- [Shabbat Dinner & Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-dinner-services/) - Join us for a kosher dinner at 6 pm (no dairy), followed by services at 7 pm led by Dafna Young. Dinner in the kitchen, services in the sanctuary. Don't feel that you need to bring anything, all are welcome!
- [Community Passover Potluck](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/community-passover-dinner/) - (not a formal Seder) Meat Potluck, 5-7pm, Or HaTzafon RSVP at congregationorhatzafon@gmail.com
- [Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-3/) - @ Or HaTzafon Services led by Aviv
- [Coffee Pop-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/coffee-pop-up/) - 10am - 1pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Bagel and Torah Study](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/bagel-and-torah-study/) - @ Or HaTzafon
- [Farthest North Jewish Film Festival](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/farthest-north-jewish-film-festival-3/) - @ ACRC (Alaska Coffee Roasters) Doors open 4:30pm
- [Broken Dolls (film)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/broken-dolls-film/) - At Alaska Coffee Roasting Co., Geist Rd. 3:30 pm doors open, 4 pm film, 5:30 pm Q&A
- [Zack's Coffee Pop-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/zacks-coffee-pop-up-3/) - @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Service, in-person, Thad](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-in-person-thad-2/) - @ Or HaTzafon, 7pm
- [Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-2/) - Led by Jeff @ Or HaTzafon - in-person, 7pm
- [Tu b'Shevat Seder](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/tu-bshevat-seder/) - January 24th, 6pm @ Or HaTzafon Come celebrate Tu b'Shevat, The New Year of the Trees, with us at Or HaTzafon :)
- [Israeli Breakfast & Torah Study](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/israeli-breakfast-torah-study/) - 2/25, 11am, @ Or HaTzafon
- [Cookie Baking Extravaganza!](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/baking-event-for-kids/) - 1/21, 11am, @ Or HaTzafon
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-10/) - 7pm, in-person, Aviv
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-9/) - Services, in-person, led by Yuval
- [Zack's Coffee Pop-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/zacks-coffee-pop-up-2/) - @ Or HaTzafon 10am to 1pm
- [Wine Tasting with Julia Frazier, Wine Concierge from Florida](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/wine-tasting/)
- [Farthest North Jewish Film Festival](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/farthest-north-jewish-film-festival-2/) - @ ACRC (Alaska Coffee Roasters)
- [Farthest North Jewish Film Festival](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/farthest-north-jewish-film-festival/) - @ ACRC (Alaska Coffee Roasters)
- [Miracle of Lights Annual Chanukah Celebration](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/miracle-of-lights-annual-chanukah-celebration/) - Miracle of Lights is our annual Chanukah Celebration open to the entire Fairbanks community. We raise funds for a partner charity and our community. MOL takes place at Pike's Waterfront Lodge in the banquet hall. Program includes Home-made Latkes & Apple Sauce Full buffet meal Dessert auction Dreidel Menorah lighting Live music by Fairbanks' own
- [Shabbat Service, in-person, Barry Nickelsberg](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-in-person-barry-nickelsberg/) - @ Or HaTzafon, 7pm
- [Shabbat Service, in-person, Thad](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service-in-person-thad/) - 7pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Thanksgiving Leftover Meat Potluck](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/thanksgiving-leftover-meat-potluck/) - Bring your leftovers to the synagogue before services! :)
- [Zack's Coffee Pop-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/zacks-coffee-pop-up/) - At Or HaTzafon
- [Community Healing Challah-Bake](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/community-healing-challah-bake/) - Sunday, November 5th @ Or HaTzafon, 2pm
- [Challah-Making Get-Together](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/challah-making-get-together/) - Friday, October 20th, 12pm @ Or HaTzafon "healing those injured and suffering and to nourishing peace." Ingredients and supplies will be provided
- [General Membership Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/general-membership-meeting-3/) - October 22nd, 6pm @ Or HaTzafon This is the general membership meeting pertaining to: the election of new board members, the review of the past year, the pledges pertaining to the prospect of having a Rabbi.
- [Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/general-membership-meeting-2/) - 7pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Zack's Coffee Pop-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/general-membership-meeting/) - 10am to 1pm @ Or HaTzafon
- [Service In-Person w/ Dafna](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/service-in-person-w-dafna/) - @ Or HaTzafon, 6pm
- [Book Club Meet-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/book-club-meet-up/) - At Or HaTzafon -- Share illuminating thoughts and reflections with Dafna and others over the book The Weight of Ink by Rachel Kadish
- [In-Person Services with Rabbi Lisë Stern](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/in-person-services-with-rabbi-lise-stern-2/) - At Or HaTzafon, 7pm
- [In-Person Services with Rabbi Lisë Stern](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/in-person-services-with-rabbi-lise-stern/) - At Or HaTzafon, 7pm
- [In-Person Services with Thad](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/in-person-services-with-thad/) - At Or HaTzafon, 7pm
- [In-Person Services with Aviv](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/in-person-services-with-aviv/) - At Or HaTzafon, 7pm
- [Zack's Coffee Bar + Torah Study](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/zacks-coffee-bar-torah-study/) - Come on by for Zack's coffee bar! Each drink is a recommended $5 donation. There will be: espresso, cortados, flat whites, cappuccinos, lattes, affogatos, and pour overs! Let's drink some bougie coffee, enjoy community, and maybe study some Torah!
- [Yom Kippur](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yom-kippur-2/) - :)
- [Rosh Hashanah](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/rosh-hashanah-2/) - :)
- [High Holy Days Singing Rehearsal](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/high-holy-days-singing-rehearsal-3/) - At Or HaTzafon -- Would you like to sing in a small choir for High Holy Days? A small group will be meeting Wednesdays at 5:30 at the synagogue to go over music for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Please feel welcome to join -- we'll provide the music! We are also looking for someone
- [High Holy Days Singing Rehearsal](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/high-holy-days-singing-rehearsal-2/) - At Or HaTzafon -- Would you like to sing in a small choir for High Holy Days? A small group will be meeting Wednesdays at 5:30 at the synagogue to go over music for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Please feel welcome to join -- we'll provide the music! We are also looking for someone
- [High Holy Days Singing Rehearsal](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/high-holy-days-singing-rehearsal/) - At Or HaTzafon -- Would you like to sing in a small choir for High Holy Days? A small group will be meeting Wednesdays at 5:30 at the synagogue to go over music for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Please feel welcome to join -- we'll provide the music! We are also looking for someone
- [Young Adults Ask the Student-Rabbi](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/young-adults-ask-the-student-rabbi/) - Bring your questions for roundtable like discussion over seltzer and potato chips at the Synagogue. This is just an informal chance to chat about questions about Judaism that I may or may not have the answer to :). But I'll also be happy to do some research and get back to any burning and unresolved
- [Pastrami Night](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/pastrami-night/) - $18 ticket for the event (pay through the donation page on the Or HaTzafon website) RSVP by Thursday, July 27th
- [Oneg & Havdalah at Pita Place](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/oneg-havdalah-at-pita-place/) - provided by Teri and Nadav in honor of their Stav, Sivan, and Eden’s Banot Mitzvah!
- [Eden, Stav, Sivan Banot Mitzvah](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/eden-stav-sivan-banot-mitzvah/) - Come celebrate and support Stav, Sivan, and Eden as they chant Torah and become Banot Mitzvah!
- [Harvest Party & Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/harvest-party-dinner/) - Celebrate your own, and the Synagogue’s harvest with a garden feast! Prepare your own veggies, or bring your harvest to the Synagogue and we can prepare them together. Potential special musical guest!!
- [Book Club Hang & Chat](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/book-club-hang-chat/) - Let’s meet in the synagogue and have a discussion about Jenny Odell’s “How to Do Nothing”. What might this book have to teach us about Shabbat? About prayer? Snacks will also be provided.
- [Miriam Braun Farewell Tea](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/miriam-braun-farewell-tea/) - Miriam is moving! Come help us send her off in style with a farewell tea :)
- [Torah Study w/ Joy Clein](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-study-w-joy-clein/) - At the Synagogue Come study Torah with Joy Clein, recently back from a year studying at Pardes Institute of Jewish Religious in Jerusalem. Benefit from her rich insights and research into the week’s parsha. Also enjoy fresh brewed coffee in the company of friends.
- [Leonard Cohen, Yehuda Amichai, Anne Carson — A Devotional Writing Workshop](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/leonard-cohen-yehuda-amichai-anne-carson-a-devotional-writing-workshop/) - Calling all writers and aspiring writers! Let’s get together for an evening of reading some contemporary devotional writing. Can our own writing be prayer? What can our own writing teach us about our traditional liturgy? This will be a blend of reading and workshop, with an opportunity to share at the end of class!
- [Sit & Sing II](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/sit-sing-ii/) - Let’s sing together! Open to all singers and musicians of all skill and comfort levels. We’ll be going through some simple tunes, and Student Rabbi David will do his best to lead on guitar. If there’s anything that you’d like to sing in particular, please send charts / requests to Student Rabbi David in advance
- [All Ages Cake Decorating; Magical Creatures of TaNaKh](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/all-ages-cake-decorating-magical-creatures-of-tanakh/) - Join Master Cake Decorator Leah Mahfouda for a short icing tutorial — and then a few hours of creating cake creatures inspired by the Magical Creatures of Torah.
- [Shabbaton at Chena Lakes — Services Start at 6:30](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbaton-at-chena-lakes-services-start-at-630/) - Reserve your calendars for a Camping Shabbaton at Chena Lakes! Services, singing, smores, fireside chats. Stay the night or feel free to just come for the company and then head back to the comfort of your own bed (and face the judgment of the intrepid campers :) — develop even more empathy for our wandering
- [Tikkun (Repair) Workshop with Bike Rabbi Simon Rakower](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/tikkun-repair-workshop-with-bike-rabbi-simon-rakower-2/) - Join the congregation for the second of a two-part bike repair class led by Bike Rabbi Simon Rakower. Simon is a wonderful and extremely knowledgeable teacher and mechanic. Make sure to bring your own bike! You don’t need to bring your own tools, but if you have them feel free to bring them as well.
- [All Ages Garden Hangout](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/all-ages-garden-hangout/) - What Does it Mean to be Made of Dirt? Plus, special drip irrigation demo from Master Gardener Mordhai Mahfouda 🙂
- [Tikkun (Repair) Workshop with Bike Rabbi Simon Rakower](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/tikkun-repair-workshop-with-bike-rabbi-simon-rakower/) - Join the congregation for the first of a two-part bike repair class led by Bike Rabbi Simon Rakower. Simon is a wonderful and extremely knowledgeable teacher and mechanic. Make sure to bring your own bike! You don’t need to bring your own tools, but if you have them feel free to bring them as well.
- [Pickles & Pickleball Tournament](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/pickles-pickleball-tournament/) - Join members at Or HaTzafon for a pickleball tournament! We’ll also eat some pickled foods. Please email Student Rabbi David to coordinate about what pickles you’ll be bringing to the event :)!
- [Volunteer at Stone Soup](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/volunteer-at-stone-soup-6/) - Stone Soup is a local organization that provides breakfast, facilities, and other material necessities to anyone in need. They also provide professional training and job-placement support. Come volunteer with other members of Or HaTzafon to help support some of the most at-risk people in our larger Fairbanks Community.
- [Volunteer at Stone Soup](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/volunteer-at-stone-soup-5/) - Stone Soup is a local organization that provides breakfast, facilities, and other material necessities to anyone in need. They also provide professional training and job-placement support. Come volunteer with other members of Or HaTzafon to help support some of the most at-risk people in our larger Fairbanks Community.
- [Volunteer at Stone Soup](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/volunteer-at-stone-soup-4/) - Stone Soup is a local organization that provides breakfast, facilities, and other material necessities to anyone in need. They also provide professional training and job-placement support. Come volunteer with other members of Or HaTzafon to help support some of the most at-risk people in our larger Fairbanks Community.
- [Volunteer at Stone Soup](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/volunteer-at-stone-soup-3/) - Stone Soup is a local organization that provides breakfast, facilities, and other material necessities to anyone in need. They also provide professional training and job-placement support. Come volunteer with other members of Or HaTzafon to help support some of the most at-risk people in our larger Fairbanks Community.
- [Volunteer at Stone Soup](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/volunteer-at-stone-soup-2/) - Stone Soup is a local organization that provides breakfast, facilities, and other material necessities to anyone in need. They also provide professional training and job-placement support. Come volunteer with other members of Or HaTzafon to help support some of the most at-risk people in our larger Fairbanks Community.
- [Volunteer at Stone Soup](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/volunteer-at-stone-soup/) - Stone Soup is a local organization that provides breakfast, facilities, and other material necessities to anyone in need. They also provide professional training and job-placement support. Come volunteer with other members of Or HaTzafon to help support some of the most at-risk people in our larger Fairbanks Community.
- [B'Tzelem Elohim, Shema, & Active Listening](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/btzelem-elohim-shema-active-listening/) - At the Synagogue Read and practice exercises from Marshall Rosenberg’s incredibly influential book “Nonviolent Communication.” What does Marshall’s work have to teach us about Shema? About B’Tzelem Elohim (being made in G-d’s image)?
- [All Ages Rugelach Making](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/all-ages-rugelach-making/) - At the Synagogue What’s up with Jews and scrolls? No seriously though, this will just be an opportunity to play with dough and make delicious scrolly cookies. Excited to see you there.
- [Sit & Sing I](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/sit-sing-i/) - At The Synagogue Let’s sing together! Open to all singers and musicians of all skill and comfort levels. We’ll be going through some simple tunes, and Student Rabbi David will do his best to lead on guitar. If there’s anything that you’d like to sing in particular, please send charts / requests to Student Rabbi
- [Torah Study w/ Joy Klein](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-study-w-joy-klein-2/) - Come to the synagogue at 10am on Saturday to study the Parshah with Joy!
- [Shabbat Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-dinner/) - At the synagogue after services.
- [Shabbat Services, in-person w/ David Mahfouda](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-w-david-mahfouda-3/) - at Or Hatzafon
- [Intro to Talmud](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/intro-to-talmud/) - With David Mahfouda at the Synagogue.
- [Dirty Party! (Garden bed installation and planting)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/dirty-party-garden-bed-installation-and-planting/) - Come to the synagogue July 16th at 11am to help us install and plant for the new garden bed in the back!
- [Havdalah](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/havdalah/) - Elyse and Luke's residence, 3360 Murphy Dome Road. Look for the Ukrainian flag on the right at about 1.5 mile. If you go too far, you come to Spinach Creek subdivision and the road up to Moose Mountain. There will be balloons as an indicator as well! Also, there will be mosquitoes! Prepare accordingly!
- [Shabbat Services, in-person w/ David Mahfouda](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-w-david-mahfouda-2/) - At Or Hatzafon
- [Intro to Talmud w/ David Mahfouda at Golden Eagle](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/intro-to-talmud-w-david-mahfouda-at-golden-eagle/) - At Golden Eagle Saloon in Ester.
- [Torah Study w/ Joy Klein](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-study-w-joy-klein/) - At Or Hatzafon
- [Fresh Bagel Baking w/ David Mahfouda](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/fresh-bagel-baking-w-david-mahfouda/) - At Or Hatzafon. Bring spreads and fish!
- [Shabbat Services (in-person w/ David Mahfouda)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-w-david-mahfouda/) - At Or Hatzafon. Oneg provided by Janet Schichnes and Jerry Lipka.
- [Torah Study w/ David Mahfouda](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-study-w-david-mahfouda/) - at Or Hatzafon Synagogue
- [Shabbat Services, In Person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-15/) - With Student-Rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Magical Creatures of TaNaKh, a Creative Jam Session](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/magical-creatures-of-tanakh-a-creative-jam-session/) - Magical Creatures of TaNaKh, a Creative Jam Session (Torah, Neviim, and Ketuvim) With Student-Rabbi David Mahfouda! We'll read some descriptions of magical creatures in Torah, and make some creative responses — poems, paintings, songs, dances, whatever your heart desires!
- [Volunteering at Stone Soup](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/volunteering-with-or-hatzafon-at-stone-soup/) - Join Student-Rabbi David Mahfouda in volunteering at Stone Soup! A great opportunity to engage with community and embrace the warmth of giving
- [Torah Study](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-study/) - Torah Study — Hanging out, noshing, and talking
- [Make Your Own Pizza Party](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/make-your-own-pizza-party/) - After Shabbat services, bring your favorite pizza toppings to celebrate all of the Italian Jews of the world... or, erm... just to celebrate how delicious pizza is! Yum!
- [Welcome BBQ w/ Summer Rabbi David Mahfouda](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/welcome-bbq-w-summer-rabbi-david-mahfouda/) - Join us at the Or Hatzafon Synagogue to welcome back our Summer Rabbi David Mahfouda! Time: TBD
- [Shavuot Ice Cream Party & Shabbat](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shavuot-ice-cream-party-shabbat/) - Leader: Elisabeth Nadin Location: Or Hatzafon Synagogue
- [Shabbat Services, In Person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-14/) - Leader: Aviv Gilbert
- [Shabbat & Oneg In-Person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-oneg-in-person/) - Leader: Liz Ross & Aviv Gilbert, with Oneg provided by Naomi King & Liz Ross
- [Family Shabbat](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/family-shabbat/) - In-person. Leaders: Sarah Trainor & Elisabeth Nadin
- [Yom HaShoah Program](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yom-hashoah-program/) - Dafna Young will lead a program at the synagogue to commemorate the millions of Jewish lives murdered in the Holocaust, and honor Jewish resistance during that period. She plans to show a bit of the movie Shoah, share poems by survivors, and/or facilitate a group talk.
- [Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/services-in-person-4/) - Leader: Aviv Gilbert
- [Shabbat services, zoom](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-zoom-6/) - Leader: Liz Ross See weekly newsletter or email the office for zoom link
- [Pesach Sameach!](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/pesach-sameach/)
- [Services, In Person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/services-in-person-3/) - Leader: Thad Keener
- [Services, In Person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/services-in-person-2/) - Leader: Aviv Gilbert
- [Community Seder](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/community-seder/) - 6–8 pm Pike's Waterfront Lodge Open to the Public $40 Members $50 Non-Members To buy tickets online, click the "Donate" button at the top of this page (https://www.orhatzafon.org/donate/) and choose a donation amount that matches the number and type of tickets you want to purchase. Be sure to specify how many of each type of
- [Services via Zoom](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/services-via-zoom/) - Led by Liz Ross See weekly email for zoom info
- [Purim Celebration!](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/purim-celebration/) - 12–2 pm, Purim Carnival with games & prizes (come in costume!) 3 pm, Hamantaschen baking 4 pm, chicken soup cook-off, film preview 6 pm wine & cheese Hosted by Dafna & Rex Young and Juliet Shepherd
- [kabbalat shabbat](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/kabbalat-shabat/) - Led by Aviv Gilbert
- [Klezmer, snacks potluck, and services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/klezmer-snacks-potluck-and-services/) - Join Alex Koffman to listen to some klezmer of the Maxwell Street klezmer band (www.klezmerband.com) and learn some simple songs (bring your instrument!). 6 pm. Bring some appetizers for a snacks potluck. Stay for services at 7 pm.
- [Shabbat services in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-via-zoom-2/) - Leader: Liz Ross Oneg provided by Naomi King
- [Levi (Leo) Nadin Tape bar mitzvah](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/levi-leo-nadin-tape-bar-mitzvah/) - Services led by David Mahfouda & Leo Tape Luncheon to follow
- [dinner & kiddush](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/dinner-kiddush/) - Come mark the start of the shabbat before Leo Tape's bar mitzvah, with a dinner and kiddush.
- [Torah & Bagels](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-bagels/) - with Dafna Young
- [Shabbat services (in person)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-13/) - Led by Robyne. Oneg volunteer needed.
- [Shabbat potluck and services (in person)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-potluck-and-services-in-person/) - Bring a non-meat dish to share. Dinner at 6 pm. Services at 7 pm. Led by Sarah Trainor & Elisabeth Nadin.
- [Shabbat services (in person)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-12/) - Led by Thad Keener. Oneg volunteer needed.
- [Shabbat services (zoom)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-zoom-5/) - Led by Liz Ross. Check newsletter for zoom link. Sign up for newsletter (Join our email list at bottom of page) for event details.
- [Shabbat services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-8/) - Leader: Aviv Gilbert. In person.
- [Board meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/board-meeting-7/) - Monthly meeting of the board. Open to public for comment.
- [Shabbat services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-7/) - Leader: Liz Ross, in person Services 7–8 pm, followed by wine & snacks kiddush
- [Torah Study & Bagels](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/torah-study-bagels/) - Join Dafna Young at the synagogue to nosh on bagels and discuss Torah!
- [Games!](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/games/) - Please come for socializing, games, and snacks. Invite friends if you'd like! In person at the synagogue.
- [Shabbat services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-9/) - Leader: Thad Keener. In Person Oneg by Vicki Wyan
- [Shabbat dinner and services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-dinner-and-services/) - In person at the synagogue, organized by Sarah Trainor & Elisabeth Nadin Bring a dairy or vegetarian dish, dessert, or drink to share. Dinner at 6 pm, services to follow.
- [zoom services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/zoom-services/) - Led by Liz Ross, via Zoom. See weekly newsletter for zoom link.
- [Shabbat services via zoom](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-via-zoom/) - Liz Ross will lead services via Zoom. Check your weekly email or email the office for the zoom link
- [Yom Kippur](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yom-kippur/)
- [Rosh Hashanah](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/rosh-hashanah/)
- [Rosh Hashanah Text Study](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/rosh-hashanah-text-study/) - Join student rabbi Lise Stern for an exploration of Torah, with seasonal singing and nosh at the Synagogue.
- [Tashlich](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/tashlich/) - Join us for Tashlich at Pikes Landing
- [Rosh Hashanah Shacharit Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/rosh-hashanah-shacharit-service/) - Leader: student rabbi Lise Stern, in person, and on Zoom, please reach out to office or see the email announcement for the Zoom info.
- [Rosh Hashanah Evening Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/rosh-hashanah-evening-services/) - Leader: student rabbi Lise Stern, in person, and on Zoom, please reach out to office or see the email announcement for the Zoom info.
- [Family Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-6/) - Service leaders: Elisabeth Nadin, Chelsea Swenson, and Sarah Trainor Dinner at 6:15 pm, bring a side, dessert, or drink (main meal provided). Services at 7.
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-5/) - Leader: Liz Ross see newsletter for Zoom link.
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-4/) - Leader: Liz Ross and Aviv Gilbert, in person and on Zoom, see newsletter for Zoom link.
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-11/) - Services led in person by our summer student rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Jewish Practice & Creative Practice](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/jewish-practice-creative-practice-2/) - Join us at Lavelle's Bistro at 6:30 PM for this studio class: In this creative studio, we will be looking at the similarities and differences between practicing Judaism, and creative artistic practice. Participants will be asked to make short creative exercises during class, and will also have the opportunity to make and share their own
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-10/) - Services led in person by our summer student rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Babka Bake-Off](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/babka-bake-off/) - Join us at the synagogue at 6:30 PM for this bake-off! Babka is an amazingly delicious rolled bready dessert. We will make babka and eat it. If the congregation is lucky, babka makers may share their creations at an upcoming oneg near you. Prizes will be awarded.
- [Jewish Practice & Creative Practice](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/jewish-practice-creative-practice/) - Join us at Lavelle's Bistro at 6:30 PM for this studio class: In this creative studio, we will be looking at the similarities and differences between practicing Judaism, and creative artistic practice. Participants will be asked to make short creative exercises during class, and will also have the opportunity to make and share their own
- [Nature & Blessings Walk](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/nature-blessings-walk/) - Children and their adults are invited on a nature walk and blessings scavenger hunt. We will take a walk through Creamer's Field and learn which blessings we can say over which wonders and experiences (while trying to say as many blessings as we can!).
- [Shabbat Camping Trip](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-camping-trip/) - Camping is at Chena Lake Recreational Area. Services will be held at 7pm and camping will be trough Havdallah on Saturday. Camping is not required to come to services.
- [Crystal Radio Tefillin](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/crystal-radio-tefillin/) - On Thursday August 4th between 1 and 5 PM we're excited to be offering a class teaching you how to build a crystal radio. Jeff Rothman and Rabbi David will be helping participants to assemble their kits and tie it into Jewish values. It will be held at the synagogue. It teaches the fundamentals of
- [Judaism 101](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/judaism-101/) - We hope everyone will feel welcomed to join us on this Wednesday to learn a little more about Judaism. Whether you're looking to learn more about your own traditions or if you've never met a Jewish person before! Come join us at our synagogue: Or HaTzafon for Judaism 101: Join us for a class on
- [Shabbat Candle Making](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-candle-making/) - Join us at 6:30PM at the synagogue to make candles for Shabbat: Children and their adults are invited to a candle making workshop. We'll make candles and learn about the blessing for welcoming in the day of rest.
- [Moroccan Cholent Lunch](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/moroccan-cholent-lunch/) - Stick around after services on Saturday for a tasty and lazy shabbat lunch meal of cholent and other goodies.
- [Introduction to Moroccan Cholent](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/introduction-to-moroccan-cholent/) - Join us for this introductory class on making cholent for Shabbat! This will be held at the synagogue in the afternoon on the 29th. Cholent is a traditional stewed dish prepared on Friday afternoon, and kept simmering all night for a warm and hearty Shabbat lunch (all while avoiding the the 'work' of cooking on
- [Shabbat Cake Decorating](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-cake-decorating/) - Join us here at the synagogue at 6:30pm for cake decorating: Join student rabbi David's favorite cake decorator Leah Mahfouda (student rabbi David's mom) for a lesson in piping sugar frosting onto sponge cake! We will make sweet cakes to share with the congregation for a sweet shabbat.
- [Introduction to Mishna](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/introduction-to-mishna-3/) - Join us at HooDoo Brewing Company at 6:30pm for an introduction to Mishna: Mishna, originally an oral text, is the two thousand year old foundation of the Talmud, and marks the beginning of both the rabbinic tradition and contemporary Judaism. Redacted after the destruction of the second temple, we will be taking a look at
- [Introduction to Mishna](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/introduction-to-mishna-2/) - Join us here at the synagogue at 6:30pm for an introduction to Mishna: Mishna, originally an oral text, is the two thousand year old foundation of the Talmud, and marks the beginning of both the rabbinic tradition and contemporary Judaism. Redacted after the destruction of the second temple, we will be taking a look at
- [Introduction to Mishna](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/introduction-to-mishna/) - Join us at HooDoo Brewing Company at 6:30pm for an introduction to Mishna: Mishna, originally an oral text, is the two thousand year old foundation of the Talmud, and marks the beginning of both the rabbinic tradition and contemporary Judaism. Redacted after the destruction of the second temple, we will be taking a look at
- [Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/board-meeting-4/)
- [Hebrew Scribing](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/hebrew-scribing/) - Tonight at Rabbi David's residence 4588 Wood River Dr Join Rabbi Giulia Fleishman for an introduction to Jewish Scribing. This is an awesome opportunity to learn more about the way our sacred texts have been preserved for millennia! Giulia will go over the basics of forming block Hebrew letters with quill and ink, and participants
- [Jews in Canoes](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/jews-in-canoes/) - A favorite annual event!! Jews in Canoes will be Monday, July 4th. Meet at Graehl landing at 3 pm, launch time 3:30. Float is ~2 hrs and we'll join at the pull-out picnic area by the University Ave bridge at 5:30 pm for a potluck dinner. Email or call the office with any logistical questions.
- [Challah Bake](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/challah-bake/) - This Thursday 6/16 at 6:30PM, Teri and Nadav and family have graciously offered to host Or HaTzafon's first challah bake of the season. We'll be meeting at Pita Place, 3300 College Rd, to learn a little about challah, and braid some bread for services and motzi on Friday night. Please feel free to bring your
- [Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/board-meeting-3/)
- [Class - Jewish Criticism 101: Must I Tell You When You Are Wrong](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/class-jewish-criticism-101-must-i-tell-you-when-you-are-wrong/) - Please join us for a class with guest Rabbi David Fine to explore and discuss Leviticus 19:17-18 and subsequent scholarly criticism and interpretation. See the newsletter for the Zoom link for the class.
- [Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/board-meeting-2/)
- [Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/board-meeting/)
- [Weekly Class](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/weekly-class-2022-02-24/)
- [Weekly Class](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/weekly-class-2022-02-17/)
- [Weekly Class](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/weekly-class-2022-02-10/)
- [Weekly Class](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/weekly-class-2022-02-03/)
- [Annual Membership Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/annual-membership-meeting/)
- [Sukkot Bonfire](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/sukkot-bonfire/) - We are planning a Sukkot dinner and bonfire. Please bring a side, dessert, or drink to share.
- [Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/board-meeting-6/)
- [Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/board-meeting-5/)
- [Services, In person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/services-in-person/) - Join us for morning Shabbat services with student rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-8/) - Services led in person by our summer student rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-7/) - Services led in person by our summer student rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-6/) - Services led in person by our summer student rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-5/) - Services led in person by our summer student rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-4/) - Services led in person by Dafna Young
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-3/) - Services led in person by our Student Rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person-2/) - Services led in person by our Student Rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Shabbat Services, in person](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-in-person/) - Services led in person by our Student Rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Shabbat services, zoom](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-zoom-4/) - Leader: Liz Ross see the weekly newsletter or email the office for the zoom link
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Shabbat services, in person + zoom](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-2/) - Leader: Dafna Young see the weekly newsletter or email the office for the zoom link Services this week will also be in person in the back yard of the synagogue
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2022-05-21/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Shabbat services, zoom](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-zoom-3/) - Leader: Aviv Gilbert see the weekly newsletter or email the office for the zoom link
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2022-05-14/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-beth-shalom-2022-05-13/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Friday evening services when we have none, and in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2022-05-07/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Shabbat services, zoom](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-zoom-2/) - Leader: Ben Breen see the weekly newsletter or email the office for the zoom link
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2022-04-30/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-beth-shalom-2022-04-29/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Friday evening services when we have none, and in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2022-04-23/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Shabbat services, zoom](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-zoom/) - Leader: Aviv Gilbert see the weekly newsletter or email the office for the zoom link
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2022-04-16/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Pesach](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/pesach/)
- [Passover begins at sundown](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/passover-begins-at-sundown/)
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-beth-shalom-2022-04-15/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Friday evening services when we have none, and in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2022-04-09/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [OH Shabbat service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-service/) - Leader: Miriam Braun & Ben Breen See the weekly newsletter for Zoom link
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2022-04-02/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-beth-shalom-2022-04-01/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Friday evening services when we have none. Email congregation0rhatzafon@gmail.com for a zoom link. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Beth Shalom Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/beth-shalom-shabbat-services-2022-03-26/) - Congregation Beth Shalom (Anchorage) invites us to participate in their Saturday morning services. Email congregationorhatzafon@gmail.com for a zoom link. You can find more information here: https://www.frozenchosen.org/services
- [Shabbat service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/services/) - Leader: Liz Ross See the weekly newsletter for Zoom link
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services-3/) - Leader: Liz Ross Contact the office (orhatzafon@mosquitonet.com) for the zoom link
- [Shabbat Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-services/) - Services this week are on Zoom. For the Zoom link, please see our weekly email or call the office at to get the link.
- [Yom Kippur Neilah](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yom-kippur-neilah/) - Leader: student rabbi Lise Stern, in person, and on Zoom, please reach out to office or see the email announcement for the Zoom info. Dairy break the fast potluck to follow.
- [Yom Kippur Mincha](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yom-kippur-mincha/) - Leader: student rabbi Lise Stern, in person, and on Zoom, please reach out to office or see the email announcement for the Zoom info.
- [Yom Kippur Yizkor](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yom-kippur-yizkor/) - Leader: student rabbi Lise Stern, in person, and on Zoom, please reach out to office or see the email announcement for the Zoom info.
- [Yom Kippur Morning Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yom-kippur-morning-services/) - Leader: student rabbi Lise Stern, in person, and on Zoom, please reach out to office or see the email announcement for the Zoom info.
- [Yom Kippur Kol Nidre](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/yom-kippur-kol-nidre/) - Leader: student rabbi Lise Stern, in person, and on Zoom, please reach out to office or see the email announcement for the Zoom info.
- [Shabbat Shuvah Morning Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-shuvah-morning-service/) - Leader: student rabbi Lise Stern, in person, and on Zoom, please reach out to office or see the email announcement for the Zoom info.
- [Shabbat Shuvah Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/events/shabbat-shuvah-services/) - Leader: student rabbi Lise Stern, in person

## Locations

- [Pike's Waterfront Lodge](https://www.orhatzafon.org/locations/pikes-waterfront-lodge/)
- [The Westmark](https://www.orhatzafon.org/locations/the-westmark/)

## Products

- ["Frozen Chosen" Long-Sleeved Tee](https://www.orhatzafon.org/store/frozen-chosen-long-sleeved-tee/)
- ["Frozen Chosen" Sweatshirt](https://www.orhatzafon.org/store/frozen-chosen-sweatshirt/)
- ["Frozen Chosen" T-shirt](https://www.orhatzafon.org/store/frozen-chosen-t-shirt/)

## Events

- [Erev Rosh Hashanah Services](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/erev-rosh-hashanah-services/) - Erev Rosh Hashanah service @ 7 pm at Or HaTzafon with Rabbi David Mahfouda. Festive food potluck oneg to follow, please bring apples, honey, honey cakes, other festive foods to share! Todah Robah!
- [Rosh Hashanah Day 2 torah study time @ 10:00 am](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/rosh-hashanah-day-2-torah-study-time-1000-am/) - Rosh Hashanah Day 2 torah study time @ 10:00 am with Rabbi David Mahfouda at Or HaTzafon. Leah and Mordhai will be bringing bagels and lox and coffee for the torah study time. Todah Robah!
- [Tot Rosh Hashanah Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/tot-rosh-hashanah-service/) - Tot Rosh Hashanah Service with Jeri Rosenbloom at Or HaTzafon
- [Yom Kippur Sacharit @ 10:30 am / Yizkor @12:30-1:00pm / Minchah @ 4pm / Neilah @ 5:30/6pm / Break the fast dairy potluck @ 7 pm](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/yom-kippur-sacharit-1030-am-yizkor-1230-100pm-minchah-4pm-neilah-530-6pm-break-the-fast-dairy-potluck-7-pm/) - Yom Kippur Sacharit @ 10:30 am Yizkor @12:30-1:00pm Minchah @ 4pm Neilah @ 5:30/6pm Break the fast dairy potluck @ 7 pm with Rabbi David Mahfouda at Or HaTzafon Please bring a dairy dish to share.
- [Kol Nidre services with Rabbi David Mahfouda](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/kol-nidre-services/) - Kol Nidre service @ Or HaTzafon with Rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Morning Rosh Hashanah services @ 10:30 am @ Or HaTzafon](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/morning-rosh-hashanah-services-1030-am-or-hatzafon/) - Morning Rosh Hashanah services at 10:30am with Rabbi David Mahfouda at Or HaTzafon
- [Tashlich at Pike's Boat Launch](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/tashlich-at-pikes-boat-launch/) - Tashlich at Pike's Boat Launch, Airport Way will follow Torah Study Time.
- [Morning Rosh Hashanah services at 10:30 am at Or HaTzafon](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/morning-rosh-hashanah-services-at-1030-am-at-or-hatzafon/) - Saturday Morning Rosh Hashanah services with Rabbi David Mahfouda
- [Community Shabbat Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/community-shabbat-dinner-3/) - Join us for a light community dinner featuring the freshly baked challahs from our Bread & Torah baking workshop. Come enjoy good food and good company as we welcome our special guests, Rabbis Linda Motzkin and Jonathan Rubenstein.
- [Shabbat Service (Aviv)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-aviv/) - Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Aviv. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. A light oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services, as well as a light community dinner directly before.
- [Bread & Torah: Challah Baking Workshop](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/bread-torah-challah-baking-workshop/) - Join us for a special challah baking workshop with Rabbis Linda Motzkin and Jonathan Rubenstein of Bread & Torah (BreadandTorah.org)! They will be guiding us through baking challah, with time to mix dough at 2:00 PM and braid already-mixed and risen dough at 3:30 PM. Our challahs will be ready in time for the 6:00
- [Bread & Torah: Torah Project & Sweet Pastry Baking](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/bread-torah-torah-project-sweet-pastry-baking/) - Sunday, August 30 | 11:00 AM Join Rabbis Linda Motzkin and Jonathan Rubenstein of Bread & Torah for a day of baking and Torah! They will be guiding us through baking sweet yeasted pastries (like babka) and a community Torah project. We'll mix dough, learn about the making of a Torah, help with Torah panel
- [Community Shabbat Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/community-shabbat-dinner-2/) - August 21 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Join us for our Community Shabbat Dinner as we gather to share a delicious meal, celebrate Shabbat, and enjoy the warmth of our community before Shabbat services. Everyone is welcome – members, friends, visitors, and anyone interested in experiencing Shabbat. There is no need to bring anything
- [Shabbat Service (Elisabeth Nadin)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-elisabeth-nadin/) - Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Elisabeth Nadin. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services, as well as a community
- [Training for Synagogue Congregation Or HaTzafon and Chabad](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/training-for-synagogue-congregation-or-hatzafon-and-chabad/) - Community Safety Training with the Secure Community Network (SCN) Congregation Or HaTzafon is pleased to host an instructor from the Secure Community Network (SCN), the official safety and security organization of the Jewish community in North America, for a day of community safety training in Fairbanks. This training is open to the Jewish community of Fairbanks.
- [Shabbat Service (Aviv Snowberry)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-aviv-snowberry/) - Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Aviv Snowberry. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services.
- [Shabbat Service (Thad Keener)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-thad-keener/) - Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Thad Keener. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services.
- [Havdalah and Movie](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/havdalah-and-movie/) - Havdalah & Movie at Elyse and Luke's Saturday, July 18th 7pm Email office@orhatzafon.org for the address. Please join us for havdalah and a movie at Elyse and Luke's on Saturday night. They will be showing The Jews and the Blues, a 1 hour documentary. You can watch the trailer for it Here. We will be
- [Community Shabbat Dinner](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/community-shabbat-dinner/) - Join us for our Community Shabbat Dinner as we gather to share a delicious meal, celebrate Shabbat, and enjoy the warmth of our community before Shabbat services. Everyone is welcome - members, friends, visitors, and anyone interested in experiencing Shabbat. There is no need to bring anything - just bring yourself. Dinner is provided, and
- [Rav Pop-Up @ the Fairbanks Farmers Market](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/test/) - Join us for Rav Pop-Up, an informal opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in conversation with our rabbi. Whether you have questions about Judaism, want to explore a topic in greater depth, or simply enjoy thoughtful discussion, all are welcome. No prior knowledge is needed—just bring your curiosity! The Rav will be at the Fairbanks
- [Jews in Canoes](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-rav-alden-5/) - Jews in Canoes Saturday starting at 1:30 PM Meet at Graehl Park (212 Front St, Fairbanks, AK 99701) Join Congregation Or HaTzafon for our annual Jews in Canoes adventure on the Chena River. We will put in at Graehl Park at 1:30 PM and enjoy a leisurely float downriver to Pioneer Park/Alaskaland. After arriving at
- [Musical Shabbat Service (Rabbi Jamie Arnold)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-rav-alden-9/) - Shabbat Service (Rabbi Jamie Arnold) Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Rabbi Jamie Arnold who will be visiting Fairbanks and leading a musical shabbat service. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music,
- [Juneteenth Shabbat Service (Rav Alden)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-rav-alden-3/) - Shabbat Service (Rav Alden) Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Rav Alden. This week we will honor Juneteenth. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. An oneg and time for
- [Coffee Pop-Up](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/coffee-pop-up/) - Coffee Pop-Up Join us at Congregation Or HaTzafon for coffee, conversation, and community. This month's Coffee Pop-Up is hosted by Dafna. Whether you're a longtime member, new to the area, visiting Fairbanks, or simply curious about Jewish life, you're welcome to stop by. There is no formal program—just an opportunity to connect with others in
- [Pride Shabbat Service (Rav Alden)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-rav-alden-4/) - Shabbat Service (Rav Alden) Friday at 7:00 PM at Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for a special Pride Shabbat service led by Rav Alden as we celebrate the diversity, dignity, and sacred worth of every person. Community members, visitors, LGBTQ+ individuals and families, allies, and those curious to learn more are warmly welcome. Come share
- [Monthly Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/monthly-board-meeting-4/) - Congregation Or HaTzafon’s Board of Directors meets monthly to conduct the business of the congregation. Members are encouraged to attend and stay informed about synagogue operations, finances, events, and future planning. Portions of meetings may be closed when confidential personnel, legal, or financial matters are discussed.
- [Monthly Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/monthly-board-meeting-3/) - Congregation Or HaTzafon’s Board of Directors meets monthly to conduct the business of the congregation. Members are encouraged to attend and stay informed about synagogue operations, finances, events, and future planning. Portions of meetings may be closed when confidential personnel, legal, or financial matters are discussed.
- [Monthly Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/monthly-board-meeting-2/) - Congregation Or HaTzafon’s Board of Directors meets monthly to conduct the business of the congregation. Members are encouraged to attend and stay informed about synagogue operations, finances, events, and future planning. Portions of meetings may be closed when confidential personnel, legal, or financial matters are discussed.
- [Monthly Board Meeting](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/monthly-board-meeting/) - Congregation Or HaTzafon's Board of Directors meets monthly to conduct the business of the congregation. Members are encouraged to attend and stay informed about synagogue operations, finances, events, and future planning. Portions of meetings may be closed when confidential personnel, legal, or financial matters are discussed.
- [Women in Torah Series](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/women-in-torah-series-4/) - Women in Torah Series In this series we will explore some of the remarkable women of Torah, delving into their stories and the rabbinic mythologies created around them, as follows: Shifra and Puah: the Midwives in Egypt, June 3; Tamar: Demanding her Due, June 17; Dina: Responding to Rape, July 1; Serach bat Asher: Finding
- [Women in Torah Series](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/women-in-torah-series-3/) - Women in Torah Series In this series we will explore some of the remarkable women of Torah, delving into their stories and the rabbinic mythologies created around them, as follows: Shifra and Puah: the Midwives in Egypt, June 3; Tamar: Demanding her Due, June 17; Dina: Responding to Rape, July 1; Serach bat Asher: Finding
- [Women in Torah Series](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/women-in-torah-series-2/) - Women in Torah Series In this series we will explore some of the remarkable women of Torah, delving into their stories and the rabbinic mythologies created around them, as follows: Shifra and Puah: the Midwives in Egypt, June 3; Tamar: Demanding her Due, June 17; Dina: Responding to Rape, July 1; Serach bat Asher: Finding
- [Women in Torah Series](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/women-in-torah-series/) - Women in Torah Series In this series we will explore some of the remarkable women of Torah, delving into their stories and the rabbinic mythologies created around them, as follows: Shifra and Puah: the Midwives in Egypt, June 3; Tamar: Demanding her Due, June 17; Dina: Responding to Rape, July 1; Serach bat Asher: Finding
- [Buber's The Way of Man](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/bubers-the-way-of-man-4/) - Buber's The Way of Man We will read together and discuss excerpts from this key work of Buber. We will explore how spiritual fulfillment and authentic human existence are found by "beginning with oneself" -- knowing and accepting one's unique potential -- and leading to God and Godliness. Thus we continually bring new Torah into
- [Buber's The Way of Man](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/bubers-the-way-of-man-3/) - Buber's The Way of Man We will read together and discuss excerpts from this key work of Buber. We will explore how spiritual fulfillment and authentic human existence are found by "beginning with oneself" -- knowing and accepting one's unique potential -- and leading to God and Godliness. Thus we continually bring new Torah into
- [Buber's The Way of Man](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/bubers-the-way-of-man-2/) - Buber's The Way of Man We will read together and discuss excerpts from this key work of Buber. We will explore how spiritual fulfillment and authentic human existence are found by "beginning with oneself" -- knowing and accepting one's unique potential -- and leading to God and Godliness. Thus we continually bring new Torah into
- [Buber's The Way of Man](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/bubers-the-way-of-man/) - Buber's The Way of Man We will read together and discuss excerpts from this key work of Buber. We will explore how spiritual fulfillment and authentic human existence are found by "beginning with oneself" -- knowing and accepting one's unique potential -- and leading to God and Godliness. Thus we continually bring new Torah into
- [Shabbat Service (Rav Alden)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-rav-alden-8/) - Shabbat Service (Rav Alden) Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Rav Alden. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services.
- [Shabbat Service (Rav Alden)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-rav-alden-7/) - Shabbat Service (Rav Alden) Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Rav Alden. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services.
- [Shabbat Service (Rav Alden)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-rav-alden-6/) - Shabbat Service (Rav Alden) Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Rav Alden. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services.
- [Shabbat Service (Rav Alden)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-rav-alden-2/) - Shabbat Service (Rav Alden) Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Rav Alden. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services.
- [Shabbat Service (Rav Alden)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-rav-alden/) - Shabbat Service (Rav Alden) Friday at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Rav Alden. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. Come share in prayer, reflection, music, and community. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services.
- [Welcome Rabbi BBQ](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/welcome-rabbi-bbq/) - Welcome Rabbi BBQ Friday, June 5at Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us as we welcome back Rav Alden for the start of his two-month summer rabbinute in Fairbanks. This backyard BBQ will be potluck-style and meat-based. The congregation will provide hamburgers and salmon burgers, and attendees are welcome to bring a side dish, dessert, or beverage
- [Shabbat Service (with Oneg)](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/shabbat-service-with-oneg/) - Shabbat Service (with Oneg) Friday, May 29 at 7:00 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Join us for our weekly Shabbat service led by Jeri. Community members, visitors, and those curious to learn more are always welcome to attend. An oneg and time for conversation and community will follow services. Rav Alden will be in town, but
- [Tot Shabbat Service](https://www.orhatzafon.org/event/tot-shabbat-service/) - Tot ShabbatFriday, May 29 at 5:30 PMat Congregation Or HaTzafon Families with young children are invited to join us for Tot Shabbat with Jeri. This relaxed and engaging gathering introduces Shabbat through songs, stories, blessings, and community in a welcoming environment for little ones and their families.

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