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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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