Shavuot – The Night We Don’t Sleep - But We Won’t Be Bored Either!

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According to tradition, by the time Moses descended from Mount Sinai with the Torah, the people had fallen asleep. To make up for this small lapse, we stay awake all night, learning together in celebration of the giving of the Torah.

This year, the theme of Bálint House’s Shavuot celebration is “Home” – inviting us to reflect more deeply on what “home” means to us, and what makes it more than just a place where we live. How do we find our place in our own homeland? What responsibilities do we have for what happens around us, and how can we help ensure that the concept of “home” truly means safety and belonging for everyone? Why is it important to feel at home in a community?

“If not me, then who?” – This quote from the Talmud reminds us that shaping our home and our community is a responsibility we all share. Because if we don’t act, who will?

Our Shavuot event will feature theatrical performances, culinary experiences, and a variety of cultural programs, and for the first time, special activities for families as well.

Shavuot night is a true celebration – not only of learning, but of becoming part of a community where we think together, debate, and draw inspiration from one another.

The event will take place at the Turbina Cultural Center.

Come spend the night learning with us on July 1, 2025!