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CHABAD OF GUELPH
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Jewish students and Guelph locals will receive a warm welcome for the new academic year as the Jewish Pride tour visits campuses across North America, bringing with it a jolt of joy and positivity.
The University of Guelph will host the upbeat travelling Jewish festival on Sept. 26 at Branion Plaza from 12-2 p.m.
The Let HERE Be Light tour is being organized by Chabad on Campus in order to beam positive vibes and uplift Jewish students after the challenging climate they faced last year on campuses nationwide. With a focus on joy, Jewish pride, and positivity, the tour seeks to bring light to the entire campus community.
“We are so excited to host the Let HERE Be Light tour,” said Rabbi Raphi Steiner, director of Chabad of Guelph. “This is a chance for students and Guelph locals of all backgrounds to celebrate Jewish life with fun, hands-on, memorable experiences that will shine throughout the year.”
The tour is travelling along four routes and visiting 50 campuses throughout 18 states in the U.S. and Canada. At each stop, a branded tour van operated by rabbinical students will roll onto campus and offer:
- Jewish craft hands-on workshops and displays
- Kosher food
- Mitzvah giveaways
- Tefillin booth
- Jewish music
- Raffle prizes
As classes begin on campuses throughout North America, the Let HERE Be Light tour is travelling up both the East and West Coasts of the United States and in Canada to engage campuses with positive energy and empower Jewish students with pride in their identity and observances.
- What: Let Here Be Light: Jewish Pride Tour
- Where: Branion Plaza at The University of Guelph
- When: Thursday, Sept 26 12-2 p.m.
- Who: Geared toward university students, but kids and adults of all ages welcome
- Cost: Free
Chabad of Guelph offers Jewish education, outreach and social service programming for students, families and individuals of all ages, backgrounds and affiliations. For more information, contact Rabbi Raphi Steiner, Chabad of Guelph, at 519.760.2857 or visit www.jewishguelph.com.
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