Kugel

ku·gel

|noun; organization|
Kugel is a Manhattan-based organization that loves to bring Jewish professionals of all backgrounds closer to Judaism through Shabbat.

mission

Kugel is a Manhattan-based org for “Jews in the gray zone”. What’s the “gray zone”? Those of us who don’t fit into one box when it comes to observancy, or ethnicity. With Shabbat events generally held on the Upper East Side, Upper West Side and the Union Square, Kugel unites Jewish professionals of all backgrounds.

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upcoming
events

Feb 1, 2020

The Non Ashka-Normative Jew

Where:
Chabad Loft @ 10 East 8th Street near 5th Avenue

When:
Saturday Feb 1 @ 7pm

Tickets: $20 (includes kosher wine + tapas)

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past events

origins

how did it start?

Kugel captures what Simone and Yossi have been doing since they first became friends more than a decade ago: going to big, fun, Shabbat meals filled with diverse, eclectic people. Now in their thirties, the two decided it was time to root themselves and share all they have absorbed with the community they call home —Manhattan.

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press/awards

KUGEL FEATURED IN ALGEMEINER

September 19, 2019

Jewish news outlet Algemeiner discusses Kugel’s efforts to create diverse Shabbat events across Manhattan’s Jewish community.

want to

help?

Donate Time

You can help the magic happen by donating some of your time! If you would like to help, please send us an email.

Donate Funds

Any monetary contribution — great or small — would be much appreciated. Donations help us keep Kugel’s ticket prices affordable. Want to donate? Please send us an email.

let’s talk

For more information, questions, or other things, please feel free to reach out, we would be happy to hear from you!

General questions: Email simone@kugeljews.com

Curious about events? Email yossi@kugeljews.com

Press Inquiry? Email simone@kugeljews.com

Donation or fundraising question? Email yossi@kugeljews.com

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