Led by Cantor Rachel and in partnership with the Youth and Family Committee, young families are invited to a variety of social settings to meet other young Jewish families from Hillcrest.

• Teen Kesher with Yaffa Reichwald – Monthly teen programs that combine food, fun and Jewish text study. If you are interested to learn more please contact .
• Youth Shabbat Dinners with Rabbi Manes Kogan and Cantor Rachel Black – Alternating monthly gatherings at the Rabbi’s home and/or held at the synagogue with Cantor Rachel and her family! Children of all ages (invited by age group and/or with the entire family) share a meaningful and yummy shabbat dinner.
• Youth and Family Shabbat Dinners —  Shabbat dinner for the whole family with other young families at Hillcrest Jewish Center along with Rabbi Kogan and Cantor Black!
• Experiential Programs for Kids – Join us for family educational trips and special activities around Jewish holidays. Some of the programs include trips to museums, exhibits, musical events, and holiday celebrations.

Upcoming Events! 

Youth & Family Invites the Entire Congregation to a musical Kabb Shabb and Dinner!

A Pre-Shabbat Experience for All Ages!

Friday, January 30 

4:00 PM –  Shabbat Shir Chadash

Musical Kabb Shabb for Shabbat Shira; Candle Lighting & Maariv to Follow

6:00 PM – Dinner

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 Youth Shabbat Services

Saturdays • 10:30–11:45 AM
Dates vary by age group:

Kindershul (ages 2–1st grade): December 20

Junior Congregation (grades 2–7): December 20

Teen Minyan (grades 8–12): December 13

Special Winter Shul for ALL Ages: December 27

Stay tuned for future dates!

Shabbat Dinners, pizza & refreshments sponsored by Youth & Family and generous HJC members. Contact the office if you would like to be a sponsor!

Check out the HJC daily email newsletters and/or the HJC calendar for all upcoming dates and times of events.

For more information on Shabbat Youth Services, please click here.

For more information on Youth and Family activities and events, please contact Cantor Rachel Black at