Shavuot

Celebrating the Giving of the Torah 

Shavuot in 2025 is observed from the evening of Sunday, June 1 until the evening of Tuesday, June 3. 

Community Tikkun Leil Shavuot Sunday, June 1, beginning at 8 p.m. and continuing through the night, at Congregation Agudas Achim CAA hosts this community-wide Tikkun Leil Shavuot, with classes and activities continuing until morning minyan. You can join different learning sessions each hour, and our Temple Beth Shalom clergy will also participate. There will be plenty of cheesecake (including dairy free!), coffee, and snacks throughout the night. No RSVP necessary; enter through CAA's main doors.

Study Resources:

• Take a deep dive into the values found within the scripture (we promise, it’s not just for preschoolers!).
• Explore The Book of Ruth.

Food (Dairy! Dairy! Dairy!)

Food is always a fun way to celebrate and create tradition.

• Learn more about why dairy plays a role in Shavuot foods.  

Family Activities

There are plenty of ways to celebrate and learn about Shavuot with children of all ages:

• PJ Library has a wealth of ideas and resources.
• Learn alongside Sesame Street characters as they explore the holiday:
• Explore Shavuot values, such as tzedakah, loyalty, kindness, and compassion found within the scripture.

Musical Resources

For Kids:

• Debbie Friedman song on YouTube: The 613 Commandments

For All Ages:

• Ruth and Naomi
• The Book of Ruth: a music video for Shavuot
• Duet Inspired by Ruth and Naomi

What is Shavuot?

Shavuot is the Hebrew word for "weeks" and refers to the Jewish festival marking the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai, which occurs seven weeks after Passover.

Shavuot, like many other Jewish holidays, began as an ancient agricultural festival that marked the end of the spring barley harvest and the beginning of the summer wheat harvest.

In ancient times, Shavuot was a pilgrimage festival during which Israelites brought crop offerings to the Temple in Jerusalem. Today, it is a celebration of Torah, education, and actively choosing to participate in Jewish life.