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Kabbalat Shabbat is the service that welcomes Shabbat, It includes the recital of six nature Psalms (Psalms 24, 95-99), corresponding in number to the six days of the creation, and the special psalm of the Sabbath (Psalm 29). The peom Lekhah Dodi is sung to welcome the in the Sabbath as a groom welcomes his bride

Definitions

Davening - literally translates to praying, but in this context is Shabbat morning services. You are welcome to part take in them if you would like. 

Seudah Shlishit (Hebrew third meal, three meals, in reference to an aggadic passage from the Talmud is the "third meal" customarily eaten by Sabbath. Click here to learn more

Maariv is the Jewish pray services in the evening.

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Kabbalat Panim is the traditional pre-nuptial receptions hosted by the bride and groom. Shortly before the chupah ceremony the bride hosts a reception in one space, and the groom hosts a reception in a nearby location. It is festive and may l'chaims are shared. 

Havdalah, hebrew for "separation" is the ceremony that marks the end of Sabbath and ushers in the new week. The ritual involves lighting a special havdalah candle with several wicks, blessing a cup of wine and smelling sweet spices. To learn more click here 

Chuppah is a canopy beneath which Jewish marriage ceremonies are performed. To learn more click here.

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