Vilna Shul, Boston's Center for Jewish Culture

10/09/2026

Entremet, trompe l’œil, or an elegant French pastry. No matter what you call it, Chef Fred makes these delicate desserts possible in your home kitchen!

Chef Fred Csibi-Levin, Executive Pastry Chef, author, and Food Network contestant, will demonstrate the ins and outs of these delicious pastries and the science behind them. From what makes a mousse set to how the layers hold together, he’ll share the secrets that make these desserts a piece of cake. Register to learn from the expert: https://vilnashul.org/events/event/culinary-workshop-entremets-with-fred-csibi-levin?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=entremet

09/30/2026

In the 1950s, Younes Dardashti was one of Iran's biggest stars. But, at the height of his fame, he and his family suddenly left the country.

Decades later, his granddaughters Danielle and Galeet Dardashti set out to find out why. Nightingale of Iran brings their award-winning podcast to the stage, mixing story and live music to unpack a family mystery generations in the making. Experience the story live at The Vilna on October 8 at 7:00 PM: https://vilnashul.org/events/event/live-performance-nightingale-of-iran?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=nightingale-of-iran

09/28/2026

How did Queen Esther, the Jewish heroine of Purim fame, become a source of inspiration across faiths for 17th century Dutch artists?

Three curators from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the Jewish Museum, and the North Carolina Museum of Art spent years exploring that question for The Book of Esther in the Age of Rembrandt. Now they're coming to The Vilna for a conversation about the art, Esther's story, and why her legacy still resonates.

Get your tickets today: https://vilnashul.org/events/event/curating-esther?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=curating-esther

In partnership with the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. See the exhibit now through January 18 at the Gardner.

09/25/2026

Sukkot reminds us that joy can be found even in temporary, imperfect shelter. The storm kept us from building our sukkah, so we're celebrating with a couple memories instead. Happy Sukkot from your friends at The Vilna!

09/25/2026

Kvelling that our former Community Creative Fellow Miriam Anzovin won this prestigious Pomegranate Prize! Her irreverent takes on Talmud are unparalleled.

Don't miss your opportunity to see her live this season at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum on November 12 as she unpacks the adult version of Queen Esther story.

We're so excited to announce the recipients of the 2026 Pomegranate Prize!

🎉 Congratulations to these creative and dedicated emerging Jewish educators!

🌟 Rabbi Eliana Kayelle - Keshet
🌟 Avidan Halivni - Jewish Learning Collaborative (Mem Global)
🌟 Rozeeta Mavashev - Masa Israel Journey
🌟 Rabbi Lauren Elizabeth Tuchman - Self-employed
🌟 Rabbanit Dalia Davis - SVIVAH
🌟 Eliana Sara Eshel - Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center at United Hebrew Congregation & The Paradigm Project
🌟 Miriam Anzovin - The Daf Reactions Project
🌟 Rabbi Aaron Portman - OSU Hillel
🌟 Jessica Herrmann - Repair the World
🌟 Jonah Peretz-Lange - Moving Traditions

Learn more about our 2026 Pomegranate Prize cohort here:
https://hubs.li/Q04y6_MD0

09/18/2026

It couldn’t have been a better crowd for last night’s sold-out performance with Yoni Rechter! A great show, and a wonderful way to head into Shabbat.

09/16/2026

There's still time to experience the High Holidays at The Vilna. Join us for music, meaningful services, and time to reflect and connect in our historic synagogue building on Beacon Hill. Space is limited—get your tickets today: https://vilnashul.org/events/event/high-holidays?utm_source=yk&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=high-holidays-26

09/14/2026

Yesterday was full of music, movement, and Rosh Hashanah fun at The Vilna. Families with young children joined Music at the Blissful for a joyful morning of singing, dancing, apples and honey, and plenty of smiles.

It was a lovely way to welcome the new year. Shanah tovah! 🍯🍎

09/10/2026

Something new is coming to Beacon Hill this spring!

We're excited to bring Be the Change to the neighborhood in partnership with the Museum of African American History - Boston and Nantucket. This public art experience invites reflection, conversation, and connection at sites across Beacon Hill.

Get a sneak peek of what's to come on the Boston.gov website: https://www.boston.gov/news/be-change-public-art-comes-historic-beacon-hill

09/07/2026

Rosh Hashanah begins this Friday! Join us at The Vilna for music, meals, and meaning in our historic synagogue building. Space is limited. Get your tickets before they’re gone: https://vilnashul.org/events/event/high-holidays?utm_source=rh&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=high-holidays-26