December 05, 2021 Metrowest Culturefest: Chag HaBanot

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  • Date
  • time Eastern Time
  • location Zoom
  • cost Free and open to the public
  • organizer Temple Beth Sholom, Hebrew College, Temple Beth Torah, Congregation Or Atid, Temple Beth Am, Congregation Beth El, CJP, 2Life Communities
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Join us for a special presentation and celebration of Chag HaBanot North African Chanukah Festival of Daughters with Jackie Barzvi. Learn history, customs, and the unique musical and dance traditions of Jewish women from North Africa AND some fabulous interactive dancing!

Bring your Hanukkiah for candle lighting!

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About Jackie Barzvi

Jackie Barzvi

Jackie Barzvi is a professional raqs sharqi (belly dance) performer and instructor. She recently created the first ever Mizrahi Dance Archive to highlight specific Jewish dances from the Middle East and North African regions. Jackie was also the IACT Israel Programs Coordinator at Northeastern University Hillel in Boston, and has led over a dozen organized trips to Israel. Jackie is passionate about helping others find their unique Jewish identity and creating environments where people can dance, connect, and build community. To learn more about her work, visit the archive at mizrahidancearchive.com.