Author: Al Rosenberg

Some FriYay: Happy Reads Before Shabbat

While we're all learning to navigate this new way of gathering virtually, of embracing physical distancing as a form of self- and community-care, we are looking for more ways to spread that Shabbat love and [...]
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An Answer to the Digital Passover Problem

FOR IMMEDIATE CONSUMPTION: Seder2020 powered by OneTable Thursday, March 26th -- Many of us are wondering how we're going to gather for Seder this year. Many are worried they'll have to spend the holiday alone. Welcome [...]
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Around OneTable: Passover with Be’chol Lashon & Haggadot.com

Did you know that the first night of Passover 2019 is a Friday? BECAUSE WE DID. Time to gather around the Friday night table, this time adding some of your favorite Passover themes, discussions, and [...]
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Around OneTable: Shabbanukkah Edition with JDC Entwine, Modern Ritual, and REALITY

It is almost Hanukkah, and, even better, Shabbanukkah! We’ve talked a lot at OneTable about what food to serve, how to gather, which candles to light first, the meaning of the festival, and more. This [...]
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Friendsgiving Shabbat: Give Back

Traditionally, Shabbat begins with tzedakah (charitable giving). Even before lighting the candles, we can help "create the world" by sharing our bounty with others. Friendsgiving Shabbat is a perfect time to incorporate this tradition into [...]
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Help! What’s a good big batch summer cocktail?

Last week, I asked the OneTable team to help me get ready for a big Shabbat dinner event I’m planning that I (naturally) failed to think about until the last minute. Because I work with [...]
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Rosh Chodesh X Shabbat

OneTable is partnering with At The Well to bring you the intersection of Rosh Chodesh and Shabbat Dinner. At The Well connects women to body, soul, and community through wellness education and Jewish spirituality. This post [...]
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Accessibility and Your Event

So you're hosting a Shabbat! Yay! Welcoming friends and new guests into your home is truly an incredible experience. There's definitely a hosting high after everyone has left that can carry you straight through the [...]
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So, It’s Your First (OneTable) Passover Seder

WHAT EVEN IS A SEDER? Passover is a holiday when Jews celebrate their escape from oppressive overlords. (Not to be confused with the other holidays when we celebrate our escape from other oppressive overlords.) This [...]
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