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During these times of rising authoritarianism and so much uncertainty, it is more important than ever to practice hakarat ha-tov, recognizing and rejoicing in what is good. Our 10th anniversary only happens once, so we are going to CELEBRATE this milestone in a BIG way!!!

 

Join us in LIC as we gather in Renew Queens’ large space. We’ll start with an intergenerational Shabbat morning service led by Rabbi G., Student Rabbi Emily Herzlin, Music Director Kris Wettstein, and a bimah overflowing with singers and musicians, young and old. Rabbi G. will tell the story of how Malkhut came to be, and we’ll celebrate each other with group aliyot during the Torah service. After services we’ll enjoy an epic potluck lunch with dishes pulled from our community cookbook, screen a video created by Jess Levey, and we’ll share our own Malkhut stories, guided by master story-crafters Sara Zatz and C. Meranda Flachs-Surmanek. The day would not be complete without dancing the hora. And the rest of the afternoon will be filled with dessert, schmoozing, and creative activities designed to capture our Malkhut memories and inspire our vision for what’s ahead.

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Portions of the day will be livestreamed on Zoom. Childcare will be available during the Torah service. A separate teen space and quiet sensory space will be available in the afternoon. 

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May the joy we generate fuel the next 10 years of this beautiful and beloved community!

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• Date & time: Saturday, June 20, 10 - 3pm​

• Location: Renew Queens (10-15 46th Rd, Long Island City)​​

• Schedule (subject to change) 🔴 = on Zoom​​​

  • 🔴10 - 11:30am: Community Shabbat morning service led by Rabbi Goldenberg and Student Rabbi Emily Herzlin, accompanied by Music Director Kris Wettstein and volunteer musicians

  • ​11:30am - 12:15pm: An epic potluck lunch, inspired by our Malkhut community cookbook

  • 🔴12:15 - 12:45pm: collaborative, interactive storytelling led by Malkhutniks Sara Zatz and C. Meranda Surmanek 

  • 12:45 - 1:15pm: celebratory hora dance

  • 1:15 - 3pm: Dance party with creative moments, opportunities to dream and connect with community​​

• Who: Everyone, all ages are welcome. Read Malkhut's inclusivity brit.​

• Potluck: Main dishes, side dishes and desserts are all welcome, however if you cannot bring food please join us anyway! Please bring your food in a serving dish and bring serving utensils. Food should be dairy and vegetarian (no meat). Please label your food with common allergens (nuts, sesame, soy, gluten, etc) and be prepared to leave with your leftovers.​

• Accessibility:

  • This is a fully ADA accessible space. There is no step to the entrance, the bathrooms are single room/gender neutral and have wide doors with handles on the walls, and there is a changing table in the first bathroom. 

  • Malkhut is a scent-free organization: please refrain from wearing scented products (perfume, cologne, etc.). ​

  • A quiet sensory space will be available

• COVID: Masking is optional, but encouraged and welcomed. Please do not attend if you are sick. (Our full COVID policy is HERE).​

• Drop off childcare will be available (potty-trained through age 8) during the morning Torah service (10am) through the end of the hora (1:15). Stay tuned for more information and to register your child(ren).

• Photos: We do take photos at events that occasionally make their way onto our website or social media. As much as possible, we do not include faces of children. By signing up for this event, you consent to having your photo taken. Please reach out with any questions. ​

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Register here:

Below you can register for our in-person and livestreamed 10th Anniversary celebration. Registration is open to all, and we ask everyone to make a donation when you register towards our 10th anniversary campaign: Malkhut in Bloom. After you press submit, you'll be automatically directed to a contribution page where you can make your donation. Thank you!