Mega Challah Bake!

Thursday, October 29

An evening of challah, connection, and celebration awaits. Women from across the Minneapolis Jewish community will come together for a beautiful evening centered around one of Judaism’s most cherished traditions. Whether you’re a seasoned challah baker or trying it for the very first time, you’ll be guided through the process from mixing and kneading to braiding and baking, all while enjoying the energy and warmth of the women around you.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary event that blends the joy of baking with the warmth of community, making it an experience you'll remember for years to come.

 

 

Location

 

Date & Time

  Details
Chabad Center for   Jewish Life
11033 Hillside Ln W
Minnetonka, MN, 55305

October 29, 2026,

Doors Open 6:30 PM

Program 7:00-9:00 PM

For Women and Girls 18+

On-Site Parking Available

Security Present

         

 

 

 

Schedule

6:30 PM Doors Open
  Come in, grab a bite, and enjoy some time to mingle. Reconnect with friends, meet someone new, and enjoy the warm energy of community before the evening’s program begins.
   
7:00-9:00 PM Program 
  The evening comes to life with an engaging challah-baking experience, inspiring moments, music, and plenty of Jewish spirit. Together, we’ll create, connect, and celebrate the beauty of this timeless tradition.

 

About Challah
 
 

The beauty of baking challah goes far beyond the finished loaf. It connects us to Sarah, our matriarch, whose home was known for its warmth, hospitality, and the special blessings that filled it.

Sarah’s tent was open on all sides, welcoming everyone who passed by. In that same spirit, baking challah gives us an opportunity to open our homes, our hearts, and our lives to others. As we knead and braid, we’re taking part in a tradition that has been passed down through generations of Jewish women—a simple act that connects us to our roots while bringing meaning and warmth into our lives today.

Challah is more than something we bake. It’s a tradition that reminds us where we come from, what we carry forward, and the beautiful connections that bring us together.

 

 

Table Captains

Miriam Goodman • Lauren Weiser • Barbara Rosenzweig • Grace Kaplan • Rimma Winnick •
Robyn Frank • Natalia Kenigsberg • Hadassah Grout • Ella Gerbuz • Karen Katz • Annet Chernyhovsky •
Sophie Wasserman • Valeria Chazin • Nina Badzin • Mushky Feller • Megan Amnuel • Susie Magy •
Anya Azrelyan • Shanee Levy • Michelle Goldstein • Sue Chargo • Julia Dulin • Dori Goldfarb • Erica Strohl 
Robin Chaifetz • Leslie Paskoff • Judi Shink • Laura Gilbert •

 

This event is a project of the following organizations:

 

Join us on October 29

We look forward to hosting you!