Michael (UAlbany Class of 2003) and Sarah Kashani and family are dedicating the Shul (synagogue) in honor of their parents Michael and Ellen Leffak and Iraj and Janet Kashani.
This dedication will be celebrated at a special event on Thursday of Sukkot, October 1st, 2026 at 6:30pm.
Grazing boards, live music, and a memorable meaningful program – on the spiritually auspicious Hoshana Rabba evening of Sukkot, the day before Simchat Torah weekend.
RSVPs are very helpful, please use this Shabbos House Shul Dedication Event RSVP form.
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Students, alumni, and adults in the local community are welcome.
Those driving please park at UAlbany’s nearby Dutch Gold Student Lot in the rows closest to Shabbos House / alongside the basketball courts.
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For alumni and community: Suggested donation $36.
Sponsors to be recognized in the dedication booklet: $108, $180, $360, $540, $1080, $1800 – to go toward Shabbos and holiday services and Torah study programs.