Shabbat & Holiday Meals
Each Friday evening at the conclusion of Orthodox, Conservative and Reform services, students, faculty, staff and guests come together to relax and celebrate in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. For a fun, meaningful, and always delicious Shabbat experience, each Friday evening the CJL dining hall is transformed into one of the most popular places on campus, typically drawing over 150 students. Students find that Shabbat dinners are a great time to build campus community and make friendships that will last a lifetime. Occasionally fun Shabbat dinner themes are presented – themes have included Viking, Mexican, Caribbean, Soul Food and Harry Potter themes.
The CJL is proud to offer free Shabbat and special holiday dinners to Princeton upperclass and grad students without a meal plan. Friday night dinners are free due to the generous support from parents, alumni, and other donors. Support us to help continue this tradition.
The CJL’s dining hall serves festive meals for holidays while classes are in session. The holiday meals include the High Holidays, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, Hanukkah, Purim, Passover and Shavuot. For Passover, various themed Seders are held at the CJL. As Passover approaches, look for more information about themed-Seders, including a link for making reservations; once posted, you may find this information on the home page under News. See the Events Calendar for specific times and details for upcoming holiday meals and events.
