Sacred Gatherings: Visiting Artist & Cookbook Author, Erin Gleeson – Preparing an Artful Shabbat Table

Join acclaimed artist and bestselling cookbook author Erin Gleeson for a unique exploration of creativity, food, and community. Known for her vibrant watercolor illustrations and beautifully crafted cookbooks, Erin will inspire us to see gathering, cooking, and Shabbat through an artistic lens as we create, learn, and celebrate together. This event is open to the community. If you have questions, please reach out to Rabbi Sarah Tasman. Wine & Watercolor: At the Autumn Table: Inspired by the Seven Species with Visiting Artist & Cookbook Author, Erin Gleeson — Inspired by the rich symbolism of the autumn harvest in Jewish tradition, join Erin Gleeson for a beginner-friendly watercolor workshop celebrating food, creativity, and community. Together, we’ll paint tablecloths and decorations for the following evening’s shabbat dinner inspired by the Seven Species — including pomegranates, figs, and olives — while enjoying seasonal drinks and appetizers featuring those same flavors. Preparing an Artful Shabbat Table: Art & Cooking Class with Visiting Artist & Cookbook Author, Erin Gleeson — Join Erin Gleeson for an interactive vegetarian cooking class inspired by her Forest Feast cookbooks. Together, participants will create edible and artistic details for the communal Shabbat table. Stations will be prepared before guests arrive and small groups can work together, with Erin’s guidance to create 2 menu items that we’ll enjoy at Shabbat dinner. (Sample menu items listed on page.) Shabbat Dinner & Author Talk: Following Shabbat services, guests are invited to gather for a seasonal communal dinner and conversation with Erin Gleeson exploring the connections between food, creativity, ritual, and community. Signed books are included in the registration fee.