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Kol Nidre moves to Cambridgeport Baptist
September 20, 2026
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Congregation Eitz Chayim begins Yom Kippur observance Sunday
Congregation Eitz Chayim begins Yom Kippur with Kol Nidre from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday, with most services expected at Cambridgeport Baptist Church, two doors down, because more attendees are anticipated than the sanctuary can hold. Services continue Monday, September 21, with the morning service at the church and children's programming, Yizkor, the closing Ne'ilah service and a community potluck break fast at Eitz Chayim.
JewishBoston
Cambridge Arts Open Studios continues Sunday
Cambridge Arts' citywide Open Studios continues Sunday, September 20, from noon to 6 p.m., with more than 70 artists showing paintings, prints, ceramics, clothing, and other locally made work. Admission is free.
City of Cambridge
The Brattle screens 'The Librarians' for Freedom of Speech Fest
The Brattle screens Kim A. Snyder's documentary at 3 p.m. Sunday, September 20, followed by a discussion with local librarians on defending free expression.
The Brattle
The Brattle hosts 35mm 'Jurassic Park' screenings Sunday
As part of its Sam Neill tribute series, the Brattle shows 35mm prints of the 1993 classic at noon and 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 20.
The Brattle
School of Rock Watertown plays Sonia Sunday
School of Rock Watertown performs a free, all-ages showcase at Sonia in Central Square on Sunday, September 20; doors open at 1 p.m.
Sonia
Harvard women's soccer hosts UConn Sunday
The Harvard Crimson women's soccer team faces UConn at home in Cambridge on Sunday, September 20, with kickoff at 1 p.m.
University of Connecticut Athletics
MIT Museum shows climate-themed 'Remembering the Future'
MIT Museum presents Janet Echelman's immersive sculpture installation exploring Earth's climate history and possible futures, Sunday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cambridge Office for Tourism
José Mateo Ballet holds Nutcracker auditions Sunday
José Mateo Ballet Theatre holds live Nutcracker auditions at its Harvard Square studio Sunday, September 20: 1:30-3:15 p.m. for ages 13-14 and 3-4:45 p.m. for ages 15-18.
José Mateo Ballet Theatre
Lovestruck hosts 'The Emperor's Enemy' book bash Sunday
Lovestruck Books & Cafe celebrates the release of 'The Emperor's Enemy' Sunday, September 20, from 6-8 p.m., with a ticketed event including a pre-signed book and themed activities.
Lovestruck Books & Cafe
April Varner Quintet debuts at Regattabar Sunday
The April Varner Quintet makes its Cambridge debut at Regattabar at the Charles Hotel Sunday, September 20, at 6 p.m. with a program of bebop and contemporary songwriting.
JazzBoston
Public Kitchen returns to Riverside Press Farm Sunday
Public Kitchen invites residents to help grow and eat food at Riverside Press Community Farm Sunday, September 20, from 4-7 p.m.; leftover produce goes to the Cambridge Community Center's community fridge.
City of Cambridge
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