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Shabbat Under the Stars is a cherished tradition

Event celebrates community, faith and unity
The Kiddush, a Jewish prayer and ritual, is traditionally recited over a cup of wine or grape juice, sanctifying the sabbath. TED PFIRRMANN PHOTOS
Ted Pfirrmann
July 19, 2025

Chabad of Southern Delaware held its fourth annual Shabbat Under the Stars July 11 near Lewes.

The event offered cherished traditions that celebrate community, faith and unity. The evening drew about 70 people, a number that is steadily increasing each year.

This year’s guest speaker was Jonathan Harounoff, Israel’s international spokesperson to the United Nations.

“For Jews who live here year round, there are many programs and Shabbat dinners to come to,” said Rabbi Sholom Vogel. “For those who are just in town for the summer, we want to give them the opportunity to connect with the local Jewish community and give them the opportunity to celebrate Shabbat in a communal and beautiful way.” 

For more information, go to jewishsoutherndelaware.com.

 

Rabbi Sholom Vogel takes the time to speak to a few of the children before service.
Liz Horn is involved in a discussion in a room packed with people prior to the service.
Candles are lit by the women to bring in the sabbath.
The men worship in one area of the room, while the women worship on the other side of the partition.
Howard Rubin is assisted by Rabbi Vogel as he speaks the Kiddush in honor of his father who died.
A delicious kosher meal was offered by Rabbi Vogel’s wife, Chanale.
Stephanie Posner and Jonathan Harounoff, Israel’s international spokesperson to the United Nations, pose for a photograph.
Rabbi Sholom Vogel speaks before dinner.
Kiddush books were available for those not entirely familiar with the traditions.

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