Sholem Model Secular Seder - Passover 2026
2026-03-22 11:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Farragut Elementary School, 10820 Farragut Dr., Culver City, CA, 90230, United States
Sholem’s non-religious cultural celebration of Passover acknowledges the holiday’s origins as a spring festival and honors the tradition of “Exodus” as a symbolic tale of freedom.
This popular communal event will feature:

Readings from Sholem’s secular family Hagada
Community potluck luncheon
Singing & musical accompaniment, with plenty of opportunities for children to participate!

PLEASE PURCHASE TICKETS HERE:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/sholem-model-seder–2026
Suggested donation is $18 per person. Sholem students and children five and under are free.
No one turned away for lack of funds.
This is event is a potluck – Please sign up to bring a dish, beverage, etc. at the link below.

WHEN:
10:00 am – 11:00 am: Setup
11:00 am: Doors Open
11:30 am – 2:00 pm: Program
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Cleanup
Volunteers who can arrive early for setup or stay after for cleanup are greatly appreciated!

WHERE:
Farragut Elementary School
10820 Farragut Dr, Culver City, CA 90230

POTLUCK SIGN UP
Please sign up for one item per each adult and one item for every 1-3 children in your group.
Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DA5AB2DA0FD0-61879120-2026

Sholem Field Trip to Skirball Center
2026-03-29
All Sholem classes will participate in a field trip to the Skirball Center.
Sholem families – Please check your email for details.

Spring Break - No Classes
2026-04-05
Sholem will not meet on this Sunday (April 5).
Classes resume April 12th.

Milo, Clara, & Olivia Bar/Bas Mitsve Ceremony
2026-05-09 14:00 - 19:00
The families of Milo Groseclose and Clara Perez Howe and Olivia Perez Howe invite the Sholem Community to join in celebrating their children becoming Bar/Bas Mitsves.

Milo’s topic will be:
Jews, Comics, and Superheroes

Clara’s topic will be:
Secular Jewish Influence on Rock Music

Olivia’s topic will be:
A Comparison of Yiddish Dance and Flamenco

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm in Van Nuys
(address to be provided upon RSVP)

There will be a light Kiddush reception at about 5:00pm following the ceremony.

Kindly RSVP by Friday, May 1
by emailing rachel.braude@gmail.com

About Sholem’s secular Bar/Bas Mitsve program…The bar/bas mitsve candidate chooses a topic for in-depth research and/or significant thought. Then, working with their advisor, the student prepares an approximately 20-minute presentation on this topic and how it reflects the aspects of Jewish heritage and identity that are most meaningful to them at this point in their life.To learn more, click here.

Year End Assembly
2026-05-17
This will be our final meeting at Short Avenue for the current school year. Classes will meet as usual, beginning at 10:00 AM. Please come early for coffee, bagels and schmoozing.
Following classes, we will be having a year end assembly to wrap up the academic year.

First Day of Class: 2026/27 School Year
2026-09-13 10:00 - 12:30
If you are interested in enrollment or learning more about Sholem, please contact our principal, Ross Helford – Email Link.

Jewish Sunday School | Secular Jewish Education for Kids Ages 4-17
Join Sholem’s secular Jewish Sunday school serving families throughout Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Brentwood, Westwood, Venice, Culver City, Beverly Hills, and the greater West Side.
Next Session: Sunday, September 20th at 10:00am Location: Sholem Community
Why Choose Sholem’s Jewish Sunday School Alternative?
Sholem’s secular Jewish education program offers an engaging curriculum for children ages 4-17, focusing on Jewish identity, history, culture, and social justice traditions – perfect for families seeking non-religious Jewish education in Los Angeles.
Our inclusive approach welcomes:

Interfaith families from Santa Monica to Beverly Hills
Parents seeking cultural Jewish learning without religious doctrine
Families looking for progressive Jewish education in West LA
Children interested in Jewish history and traditions

What to Expect at Our Jewish Sunday School
10:00am: Classes begin with bagels and community time
12:15pm: Weekly assembly brings all ages together
12:30pm: Dismissal
Try Before You Commit: Families are welcome to visit any Sunday to experience our secular Jewish community firsthand.
Serving Jewish Families Throughout Los Angeles:

Los Angeles
Santa Monica families
Brentwood and Westwood communities
Venice and Culver City residents
Beverly Hills area families
Mid-City and Hollywood families welcome

Registration Information
Online registration opening soon – or attend any Sunday and register in person. No family turned away.
Questions? Contact our principal, Ross Helford, to learn more about our Jewish cultural education program.
Perfect for families seeking:

Alternative to traditional Hebrew school
Jewish education for interfaith families
Secular Jewish community in Los Angeles
Progressive Jewish values and social justice education
Jewish Sunday school that welcomes all backgrounds

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