Shabbaton 2026
Join Us for Our Second Annual "In-House" Shabbaton
Friday, January 30th-Saturday, January 31st
Whether you have an hour or a full day, join the ST community for a meaningful and fun-filled experience of singing, praying, and playing games during our Shabbaton. We have activities for all ages, including a lively Friday night musical service, engaging Jewish learning sessions with guest speakers, community meals, and fun games. Sign up for any and all programs.
scholars in residence
Rabbi Paula Mack Drill retired in June 2024 after over 20 years as the rabbi of Orangetown Jewish Center. Ordained by JTS in 2004 after a career in social work, she is also a certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor. She now serves quarter-time as Rabbi-in-Residence at Congregation Agudath Israel in Caldwell, NJ, mentors JTS Mekhinah students, and delights in being a Bubbe to her grandchildren.
Rabbi Jaymee Alpert is the creator of Neshama Body and Soul, integrating physical practice with Jewish prayer and wisdom. An ordained JTS rabbi with over 20 years of congregational experience, she also serves on the boards of Lilith Magazine and RUACH and is a certified life coach and fitness trainer.
The Bible Players are a comedy team that are Improv-ing Jewish Lives. Since 2011 they have performed in 35 states, visiting hundreds of schools, synagogues, camps, and more. From plays, to stand-up shows, to training workshops, they use improv and comedy to teach Jewish values/midot.
Schedule of events
Friday, January 30th
5:45pm Shabbat Nashira + Bim Bam Dinner & Service
6:45pm Dinner for adults & programming for kids
7:15pm Dessert, Learning & Singing with Rabbi Paula Mack Drill
Saturday, January 31st
9:00am Learning with Rabbi Paula Mack Drill
9:45am Shacharit & Torah Service featuring the ST Choir
11:15am Musaf Neshama Body & Soul (NBS) with Rabbi Jaymee Alpert
Teens (7th-12th Graders)
10:15am Neshama Body & Soul (NBS) with Rabbi Jaymee Alpert
11:30am Bible Players
Children (6th Grade and Younger)
11:30am Bible Players & Interactive Service
12:15pm Kiddush
12:30pm:
- Adults: Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Paula Mack Drill, Rabbi Adam & Rachel Mann
- Children: Games for Grades K-3 and Bible Players
2:00pm-3:00pm Family Bingo, no-bake Chopped challenge, and other activities
3:00pm-4:00pm Matzpen for Teens (10th-12 Graders) with Rabbi Paula Mack Drill
important information
- Our Shabbaton is geared for all ages! Activities will be offered on Friday evening and throughout Saturday for adults, children, and families.
- Please wear comfortable clothes to Saturday morning Shabbat services. The Neshama: Body, and Soul Musaf service will be for all. Bring a yoga mat if you have one!
- Be in touch with Rachel Mann with any questions.