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!
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[Canceled] Riverway Shabbat Slowdown
Date
April 19, 2025
Time
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
April Shabbat Slowdown has been canceled. Please contact Nalani with questions....

IPF Atid Presents: Policy & Ecology: Israel's Role in the Global Climate Crisis with Riverway and JNFuture
Date
April 22, 2025
Time
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Join us for a special Earth Day event featuring Dr. Tamara Lotner Lev, as she offers a unique Israeli perspective on the climate crisis. Dr. Lotner L...

Counting Up (with Riverway): A Journey Through Pirkei Avot During the Omer
Date
April 26, 2025
Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
Join Rabbi Oberstein and the Riverway Project in your neighborhoods for a 3-session learning series as we dive into Pirkei Avot—a collection of ...

Riverway Bookclub: Can We Talk About Israel?
Date
May 1, 2025
Time
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
“Have you ever found yourself at a dinner party when the topic of Israel came up, and you wanted to flee to another room? I feel your pain. I’m ...

Riverway Santosha Shabbaton
Date
May 2, 2025
Time
3:00 PM - 12:00 PM EDT
Join Riverway from May 2-4, at Santosha at Hillholm Estate in Kingfield, Maine. Experience a weekend filled with farm-to-table meals, inspiring Jewi...

Riverway Circles of Connection: A Discussion on Israel
Date
May 8, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Riverway Circles of Connection: A Discussion on Israel Thursday, May 8 at 7:00 p.m. onsite at Temple Israel of Boston Join us for Riverway Cir...

May Riverway Shabbat
Date
May 9, 2025
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, May 9. Registration com...

Counting Up (with Riverway): A Journey Through Pirkei Avot During the Omer
Date
May 10, 2025
Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
Join Rabbi Oberstein and the Riverway Project in your neighborhoods for a 3-session learning series as we dive into Pirkei Avot—a collection of ...

Counting Up (with Riverway): A Journey Through Pirkei Avot During the Omer
Date
May 17, 2025
Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
Join Rabbi Oberstein and the Riverway Project in your neighborhoods for a 3-session learning series as we dive into Pirkei Avot—a collection of ...

Red Sox Jewish Heritage Night
Date
May 19, 2025
Time
5:00 PM - 11:00 PM EDT
Join Temple Israel and the Riverway Project for Red Sox Jewish Heritage Night! Monday, May 19 | Game Time: 6:45 p.m. | Red Sox vs. Mets Celebra...

Riverway Pride Shabbat
Date
June 13, 2025
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, June 13. Registration c...

July Riverway Shabbat
Date
July 11, 2025
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, July 11! Our musical a...

Riverway Shabbat Slowdown
Date
July 19, 2025
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 Riverwa...

August Riverway Shabbat
Date
August 8, 2025
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, August 8! Our musical ...

Riverway Shabbat Slowdown
Date
August 16, 2025
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 Riverwa...

September Riverway Shabbat
Date
September 12, 2025
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, September 12! Our musi...

Riverway Shabbat Slowdown
Date
September 20, 2025
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 Riverwa...

October Riverway Shabbat: Sukkot Edition
Date
October 10, 2025
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, October 10! Our musica...

Riverway Shabbat Slowdown
Date
October 18, 2025
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 Riverwa...

November Riverway Shabbat
Date
November 14, 2025
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, November 14! Our music...
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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!