The Learning Table

Undergrads are welcome to drop in for a little Jewish learning, conversation, and connection over lunch. Come by for 15 minutes or stay for the whole thing—bring your questions, grab some food, and connect with a rabbi, faculty member, or fellow student.

Lunch

Join us for lunch Sunday through Friday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. It’s a great way to grab a bite, catch up with friends, and take a break from your day in a welcoming space.

Check out this week’s menu!

Israeli and Jewish Community Lunch

Community lunches for students, trainees, faculty, staff and friends in Cambridge. Harvard ID required – Kosher food served.

Dinner

Join us for dinner Saturday through Thursday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. On Wednesdays, graduate students can enjoy Cheap Eats—a full dinner for just $5. Come for the food, stay for the community.

Check out this week’s menu!

Steak Break

Take a break from the academic grind for a great meal and even better conversation. Enjoy a premium kosher steak dinner cooked by Rabbi Yoni Ganger while exploring big questions about meaning, ethics, relationships, personal growth, and what makes for a life well lived. Good food, thoughtful conversation, and a chance to pause, reflect, and connect with other students.

Harvard Hillel Faculty, Staff and Grad Student Hanukkah Party

Join Harvard Hillel for a festive Hanukkah party! Jewish faculty and their families, along with staff and graduate students, are invited to enjoy Hanukkah candle lighting and dinner, connect with colleagues, and celebrate the strength and diversity of our community.

RSVP here.

Orthodox Weekday Shacharis

Start your day with Orthodox weekday morning services. Join us for Shacharis each weekday morning to connect with tradition, community, and prayer before diving into your day. All are welcome, whether you’re looking for a daily minyan or just want to pop in.

Lunch

Join us for lunch Sunday through Friday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. It’s a great way to grab a bite, catch up with friends, and take a break from your day in a welcoming space.

Check out this week’s menu!

Dinner

Join us for dinner Saturday through Thursday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. On Wednesdays, graduate students can enjoy Cheap Eats—a full dinner for just $5. Come for the food, stay for the community.

Check out this week’s menu!

NYC Hanukkah Party

New York Alumni, Parents, and Friends: Celebrate Hanukkah with Harvard Hillel!

Join Harvard Hillel to celebrate Hanukkah in New York on December 10 at the Moise Safra Center. We’ll light candles, eat latkes, and catch up with friends old and new. Whether you were at Hillel every week or just popped in for the High Holidays, come celebrate Hanukkah 2026 with your extended Harvard Jewish community.

Mishmar

Thursday nights are for pre-Shabbat learning, lively conversation, and connecting with friends. Drop in for a short teaching from a student or rabbi, dive into a Jewish text or question, and ease into Shabbat together.

Orthodox Weekday Shacharis

Start your day with Orthodox weekday morning services. Join us for Shacharis each weekday morning to connect with tradition, community, and prayer before diving into your day. All are welcome, whether you’re looking for a daily minyan or just want to pop in.