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  • Welcome to the Centre of Jewish Life in MelbourneMelbourne is a vibrant home for Jewish Life. Whether you are here to visit or a long term resident, we will assist you in your Jewish experience in Melbourne especially if you are in the downtown area. We host Shabbat eve and morning services, Shabbat dinners and Kiddushim, regular Jewish classes and a suite of other events all in the heart of Melbourne. Please click on this link to be in contact with us and we will assist you.
  • Delicious and Welcoming Shabbat Dinner for VisitorsWe welcome visitors and tourists to join us as we celebrate Shabbat with a delicious home made dinner, in a warm family atmosphere. From the Kiddush and home made Challah, to the meaningful discussion & inspiring song, this is a Shabbat experience you won’t want to miss.
  • Jewish LearningWe are serious about our Jewish Learning. We run in person Hebrew, Tanach, Mishnah and Kabalah courses as well as a weekly online class. We also provide after school tuition for children and youth. All are welcome.
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This site is a partnership between Chabad in Melbourne and the East Melbourne Synagogue, Melbourne's City Synagogue, to bring you the best of what the Melbourne Jewish community can offer you in downtown Melbourne. Whether newly arrived or a dinky di Aussie, we are here to help with all your Jewish needs.
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  • Yizkor of the Child Who Would Rather Not RememberIn the same way others live in space, Jews live in time. It’s all here, all at once. Read More
  • Take the Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah True or False QuizWhat does this day even commemorate, and how do we celebrate? Read More
Shabbat & Holidays
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Light Shabbat / Holiday Candles at
6:07 PM  -  Friday, October 2
Light Holiday Candles after
7:05 PM  -  Shabbat, October 3
Holiday Ends
8:06 PM  -  Sunday, October 4
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Sukkot
Sep. 25 - Oct. 2
Daily Thought
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A Jew entered the Alter Rebbe’s study and said, “Rebbe, I am a simple man. Please explain to me: What is this holiday of Shemini Atzeret?” The Alter Rebbe held his head in his hands for a moment. Then he answered: “For a long journey, you might make a concentrate of the food and drink you will need for the way. At every stop, you mix some of the powder with water, and you have enough for that day.” “Shemini...
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