By Emily K. Alhadeff, Assistant Editor, JTNews
Passover begins on the evening of Friday, April 6 this year. If you don’t yet have a place to go, many local synagogues and organizations will be hosting seders on both Friday and Saturday night, plus a few alternative seders and gatherings that you can find near the bottom of these listings. Please contact the organization directly for further details and reservations.
Friday, April 6
Congregation Beth Hatikvah
Harriet Greenberg at davidharrietg@yahoo.com
6 p.m. $25/adults 13—plus; $15/children; free/children under 5. Please mail reservation and check, made payable to CBH, to Cindy Bockelman, P.O. Box 2122, Poulsbo, WA 98370. At Silverdale Community Center, Silverdale.
Congregation Beth Sholom
Debbie Greene at seder@CBStricities.org or 509-735-1149
5:30 p.m. From Zeroah to Afikomen, with Dr. Seuss and a multi-course kosher dinner in between. $39.50/adults; $29.50/Beth Sholom members; $17/children 7—13; $7/children 4—7; free/children under 4. At Congregation Beth Sholom, 312 Thayer Dr., Richland.
Chabad of the Central Cascades
Rabbi Berry Farkash at rabbifarkash@gmail.com
7:30 p.m. At Chabad of the Central Cascades, 24121 SE Black Nugget Rd., Issaquah.
Chabad Jewish Center of Clark County
Rabbi Greenberg at info@jewishclarkcounty.com or 360-993-5222
8 p.m. Celebrate with family and friends at an inspirational seder, complete with hand-baked shmurah matzoh, four cups of fine kosher wine and a gourmet dinner. Kid friendly. $30/adult; $20/child. At Chabad Jewish Center, 9604 NE 126th Ave. Suite 2320, Vancouver, WA.
Chabad Jewish Discovery Center of Olympia
info@JewishOlympia.com or 360-584-4306 or www.Jewisholympia.com
7 p.m. Enjoy a community seder complete with hand-baked matzoh, wine, and a dinner spiced with unique traditional customs. $20/adults, $10/students, children under 12 free. RSVP by April 1. At the Phoenix Inn, 415 Capitol Way N, Olympia.
Chabad of Pierce County
Seder@ChabadPierceCounty.com or 253-565-8770
8 p.m. Enjoy an in-depth Hebrew/English Passover experience, with plenty of translation, traditional songs and lively discussion. Relive the triumph of Passover and discover the seder’s relevance to today’s modern Jew while enjoying a Passover meal. $25/adults, $18/children under 12. No one turned away for lack of funds. At Chabad Jewish Center, 2146 N Mildred St., Tacoma.
Congregation Shaarei Tefillah-Lubavitch
Lori Lasswell at info@chabadofseattle.org or 206-527-1411
8:30 p.m. Two Passover seders, one in English and one in Russian, will run simultaneously in separate rooms. For English service questions contact 206-527-1411 or info@chabadofseattle.org. For Russian service questions contact Rabbi Rapoport at 206-387-3919 or rabbi@evreyinseattle.org. English seder: $20/adults; $8/children, students and seniors. Russian seder: $16/adults; $8/children and students; free/seniors. At Congregation Shaarei Tefillah-Lubavitch, 6250 43rd Ave. NE, Seattle.
The Summit at First Hill — Liberal Seder
Summit concierge at 206-652-4444
4:30 p.m. A shorter seder in a Reform/Conservative style. $35/adults; $17/children 6—13; free/children under 6. Reservations required. At The Summit at First Hill, 1200 University St., Seattle.
Hillel at the University of Washington
Kris Sigloh at kris@hilleluw.org or 206-527-1997 or hilleluw.org
6:30 p.m. Join Hillel undergraduates, Jconnect and community members for festive seders led by Hillel staff and volunteers. Seating will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. RSVP by Friday, March 30. $54/community, $25/Jconnect, $12/students. At Hillel at the University of Washington, 4745 17th Ave. NE, Seattle.
Chabad at the University of Washington
Rabbi Elie Estrin at 206-523-1359 or www.JewishUW.com
8:30 p.m. Traditional seder with English-Hebrew Haggadot, songs and an uplifting evening. $36; free for students. At Chabad at the University of Washington, 5200 21st Ave. NE, Seattle.
The Summit at First Hill — Traditional Seder
Summit concierge at 206-652-4444
8:30 p.m. At The Summit at First Hill, 1200 University St., Seattle.
West Seattle Torah Learning Center of the Seattle Kollel
Rabbi Fredman at rabbifredman@gmail.com or 206-251-4063
8 p.m. An explanatory seder, great for beginners as well as people who have experienced a seder and would like to understand what’s happening at a deeper level. Free. At the Seattle Kollel, 5305 52nd Ave. S, Seattle.
Saturday, April 7
Temple Beth Am: Shabbat and Pesach Festival
Jeanne Buchler at jeanne@templebetham.org or 206-525-0915 or www.templebetham.org
10:30 a.m. Temple Beth Am, 2632 NE 80th St., Seattle.
The Summit at First Hill — Liberal Seder
Summit Concierge at 206-652-4444
4:30 p.m. A shorter seder in Reform/Conservative style. $35/adults; $17/children 6—13; free/children under 6. Reservations required. At The Summit at First Hill, 1200 University St., Seattle.
Bet Alef Meditative Synagogue
Shellie Oakley at info@betalef.org or 206-527-9399 or www.betalef.org/participate/holiday
5:30 p.m. Explore the deeper mystical teachings and share the traditional symbols, story and songs to discover anew the spiritual dimensions of Passover. Catered meal. Guests welcome. $48/adult non-members; $25/children 6-plus. At Mercer Island Community Center, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island.
Congregation Kol Ami
Admin@kolaminw.org or 425-844-1604 or www.kolaminw.org
5—7 p.m. Members and guests are invited to enjoy a delicious catered meal, songs, and camaraderie for this ancient and awe-inspiring tradition. $36/adult members, $40/adult non-members; $18/ages 6—12; under 5 free. At The Y at Carol Edwards Center, Woodinville.
Secular Jewish Circle of Puget Sound
Brad at info@secularjewishcircle.org or 206-528-1944 or secularjewishcircle.org
5—7 p.m. Come to a non-theistic Passover seder with food, singing and lots of friendly folks. At the Secular Jewish Circle (Wallingford area, call for address).
Temple Shalom of Yakima
Marcia Zack at yakimatemple@gmail.com
5 p.m. Student Rabbi Molly Plotnik will lead the seder, adding a special flavor with her singing and guitar. $35/temple members; $45/non-members, reduced costs for children and college students. At the Yakima Arboretum, Yakima.
Congregation Tikvah Chadashah
Roy Hamrick at 206-355-1414 or www.tikvahchadashah.org
6 p.m. The Puget Sound’s LGBT chavurah will host a second-night Passover seder. Meat potluck (ritual foods, wine and juice will be provided) — no chametz, please. Suggested donation $20 or $10/students, low income. Children under 13 free. RSVP by March 31. At Graham Visitor Center, Washington Park Arboretum, Seattle.
TBT Community Seder Dinner
Karen Sakamoto at ksakamoto@templebnaitorah.org or 425-603-9677 or templebnaitorah.org
6—8:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to Temple B’nai Torah’s traditional seder dinner. Vegetarian meal available upon advance request. Families encouraged to bring their own highchairs or boosters. Before March 21: $45/adults 13—plus, $20/children (6—12), free/children 5 and under. After March 21: $55/adults 13—plus, $25/children (6—12), free/5 and under. At Temple B’nai Torah, 15727 NE 4th St., Bellevue.
Temple Beth El
Petra Lehman at Pmasellas@templebethel18.org or 253-564-7101 or www.tbeseder2012.eventbrite.com
6 p.m. $15/member adults; $20/non-member adults; $10/member children (5—10); $15/non-member children (5—10). At Temple Beth El, 5975 S 12th St., Tacoma.
Chabad at University of Washington
Rabbi Elie Estrin at 206-523-1359 or www.JewishUW.com
8:30 p.m. Traditional seder with English-Hebrew Haggadot, songs and an uplifting evening. $36; free for students. At Chabad at the University of Washington, 5200 21st Ave. NE, Seattle.
The Summit at First Hill — Traditional Seder
Summit Concierge at 206-652-4444
8:30 p.m. At The Summit at First Hill, 1200 University St., Seattle.
Chabad of the Central Cascades: Second Seder
Rabbi Berry Farkash at rabbifarkash@gmail.com
9 p.m. At Chabad of the Central Cascades, 24121 SE Black Nugget Rd., Issaquah.
Sunday, April 8
Bet Alef Meditative Synagogue Family Seder
Shellie Oakley at 206-527-9399, info@betalef.org, or www.betalef.org/participate/holidays/passover/
4—6 p.m. An interactive and kid-friendly seder. Share blessings, stories, singing and fun. Guests welcome. $25 per family. At Unity of Bellevue, 16330 NE 4th St., Bellevue.
Temple Beth Am: Russian Seder
Jeanne Buchler at jeanne@templebetham.org or 206-525-0915 or www.templebetham.org
5 p.m.This seder will be held in Russian. At Temple Beth Am, 2632 NE 80th St., Seattle.
Mon.—Wed., April 9—11
Hillel Passover Lunches
Kris Sigloh at kris@hilleluw.org or 206-527-1997 or hilleluw.org
11 a.m.—1:30 p.m. Hillel lunches are a Seattle Passover tradition. Don’t miss a chance for a great meal and a community experience. $8/students; $15/community and Jconnect pre-paid; $18 at the door. At Hillel at University of Washington, 4745 17th Ave. NE, Seattle.
Friday, April 13
Freedom Shabbat
Kris Sigloh at kris@hilleluw.org or 206-527-1997 or hilleluw.org
7 p.m. This special Shabbat will connect the Passover story to issues of modern slavery and human trafficking. For undergraduates and Jconnect (ages 18—32). $15/Jconnect; free for students. At Hillel at University of Washington, 4745 17th Ave. NE, Seattle.
Saturday, April 14
Temple Beth Am: Shabbat and Yizkor Service
Jeanne Buchler at jeanne@templebetham.org or 206-525-0915 or www.templebetham.org
10:30 a.m.At Temple Beth Am, 2632 NE 80th St., Seattle.