SHELTON — Shelton will celebrate its diversity through a music and cultural event, the Shelton Jewish Festival. The festival, now in its 2nd year, offers a unique recognition of the music, traditions, and foods that Jewish people celebrate and enjoy.
The event will be held on Sunday, June 25 from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Huntington Green in Shelton.
“Our goal with this unique Jewish and cultural festival is to bring the richness of Judaism to the masses, fostering understanding, unity, and appreciation. Through music, art, cuisine, and captivating performances, we aim to create an unforgettable experience that promotes cultural diversity and inclusivity,” Rabbi Shneur Brook, who co-directs the Chabad Jewish Center of Shelton with his wife Leah Brook, said.
The festival will feature family entertainment and traditional Jewish foods, including kosher deli and potato knishes, crafts, vendors, inflatables, and more. A new entertainment addition for this year, there will be an exhilarating “Foam Party Experience” for all children starting at 1 PM.
Admission, music, and kids activities will be at no charge. The food will be for sale.
Headlining the first half of the music portion of the festival will be a Jewish Klezmer Band, playing music that will bring an upbeat message of love and joy. The second half will be headlined by a unique Jewish Jazz band — the “Jazz Rabbi & his Minyan”!
“What better way to come together as a community,” Brook said. “This festival is open to all, and there will be something to enjoy for everyone.”
To prepare accordingly, the organizers request that those wishing to attend the Shelton Jewish Festival please register for their FREE tickets in advance by visiting: www.SheltonJewishFestival.com — vendors, crafters, organizations, and artists are invited to sign up as well to have a booth at the festival.
About the organizers: The Chabad Jewish Center of Shelton offers Jewish education, outreach, and social-service programming for families and individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and affiliations. For more information, visit www.JewishShelton.com.
