Riverway Project for 20s & 30s
The Riverway Project is an inclusive, collaborative community for those in their 20s and 30s who want to connect with others grounded in Judaism, social justice, spirituality, and learning. No matter where you are on your Jewish journey, we’re excited to get to know you!
What We Offer
Spiritual Connection
The Jewish holidays help us keep a sacred time by marking the cycles of the year and providing space for rest, reflection, and memory. Our services are open to all who want to participate and feature a mixture of Hebrew and English, combining prayer and song with memory and meditation.
Learning
Each month, we gather together in a variety of settings to study ancient and modern Jewish texts that bring meaning to our contemporary lives. No Hebrew experience necessary and all are welcome!
Social Opportunities
There are so many other ways to get involved in the Riverway Project outside of Shabbat services. From social justice opportunities to cooking classes to book clubs, we offer so many ways to connect with other 20s/30s with similar passions and interests.
What We're Hearing
Isaac Newsome
“The Riverway Project gave me a home at Temple Israel that I never thought I could find anywhere. Everyone is very welcoming, and I truly have rebuilt a lasting connection to Judaism through the Riverway Project.”
Dan Marion
“On top of Shabbat, there are so many other ways to get involved—interfaith work, cooking classes, text studies. I've met new people while connecting to the things I've always loved about Judaism—the food, stories, prayers, and impulse toward justice.”
Beth Kaiserman
“Riverway has been an amazing pillar during the past year—providing fun (and varied!) events, spaces for reflection, and plenty of smiles. It's so important having a welcoming place to connect and feel supported. I always look forward to seeing what's next!”
Join us at our next Riverway Project event!
Riverway: Slices and Strikes
Date
February 9, 2026
Time
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Join us in Brighton for SLICES & STRIKES! We will STRIKE up a good time bowling. Bowling is on us! Then stick around for pizza after. Don't get st...
February Riverway Shabbat (20s & 30s)
Date
February 13, 2026
Time
6:45 PM - 10:30 PM EDT
Shabbat Shalom! The Riverway Project of Temple Israel invites you to join us for our once-monthly Riverway Shabbat on Friday, February 13! Our music...
GBIO at Riverway (20s & 30s)
Date
February 13, 2026
Time
6:45 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
Join the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization for a conversation during Riverway Shabbat dinner. This event is for Riverway congregants, a collabo...
Riverway Shabbat Slowdown (20s & 30s)
Date
February 21, 2026
Time
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Shabbat Slowdown is your invitation to step away from the hustle of daily life and enter a Divine space of rest, joy, and connection. Join the Riverw...
IYUN Resilience Circle (20s & 30s)
Date
February 24, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Through the Fire: Developing Resilience What does it mean to be strong in a time of unraveling? How do we move forward when we’re unsure? What k...
February 27th Riverway Neighborhood Shabbat (20s & 30s)
Date
February 27, 2026
Time
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
At our neighborhood events, we engage with Judaism outside of the Temple walls and in intimate community. This month our Neighborhood Shabbat will be...
Riverway Purim Pre-Party
Date
March 2, 2026
Time
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM EDT
Join the Riverway Project on March 2 at 6:30 p.m. for the party before the party, the thrilla before the Megillah, the pre-Purimpalooza!! Please, pu...
IYUN Resilience Circle (20s & 30s)
Date
March 3, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Through the Fire: Developing Resilience What does it mean to be strong in a time of unraveling? How do we move forward when we’re unsure? What k...
Riverway Shabbat Slowdown (20s & 30s)
Date
March 7, 2026
Time
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Shabbat Slowdown is your invitation to step away from the hustle of daily life and enter a Divine space of rest, joy, and connection. Join the Riverw...
GBIO at Riverway (20s & 30s)
Date
March 7, 2026
Time
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Join the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization for a conversation during Riverway Shabbat dinner. This event is for Riverway congregants, a collabo...
IYUN Resilience Circle (20s & 30s)
Date
March 10, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Through the Fire: Developing Resilience What does it mean to be strong in a time of unraveling? How do we move forward when we’re unsure? What k...
March Riverway Shabbat (20s & 30s)
Date
March 13, 2026
Time
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM EDT
Shabbat Shalom! The Riverway Project of Temple Israel invites you to join us for our once-monthly Riverway Shabbat on Friday, February 13! Our mus...
IYUN Resilience Circle (20s & 30s)
Date
March 17, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Through the Fire: Developing Resilience What does it mean to be strong in a time of unraveling? How do we move forward when we’re unsure? What k...
March Riverway Neighborhood Shabbat (20s & 30s)
Date
March 20, 2026
Time
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
At our neighborhood events, we engage with Judaism outside of the Temple walls and in intimate community. This month our Neighborhood Shabbat will be...
IYUN Resilience Circle (20s & 30s)
Date
March 24, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Through the Fire: Developing Resilience What does it mean to be strong in a time of unraveling? How do we move forward when we’re unsure? What k...
IYUN Resilience Circle (20s & 30s)
Date
March 31, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Through the Fire: Developing Resilience What does it mean to be strong in a time of unraveling? How do we move forward when we’re unsure? What k...
April Riverway Shabbat (20s & 30s)
Date
April 10, 2026
Time
6:45 PM - 10:15 PM EDT
Shabbat Shalom! The Riverway Project of Temple Israel invites you to join us for our once-monthly Riverway Shabbat on Friday, April 10! Our musical ...
IYUN Resilience Circle (20s & 30s)
Date
April 14, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Through the Fire: Developing Resilience What does it mean to be strong in a time of unraveling? How do we move forward when we’re unsure? What k...
Riverway Shabbat Slowdown (20s & 30s)
Date
April 18, 2026
Time
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Shabbat Slowdown is your invitation to step away from the hustle of daily life and enter a Divine space of rest, joy, and connection. Join the Riverw...
IYUN Resilience Circle (20s & 30s)
Date
April 21, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Through the Fire: Developing Resilience What does it mean to be strong in a time of unraveling? How do we move forward when we’re unsure? What k...
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This program is supported in part by a Young Adult Multi-Year Grant from Combined Jewish Philanthropies.
Email Rabbi Andrew Oberstein at aoberstein@tisrael.org to get coffee!
