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Get the most interesting and important stories from the Â鶹´«Ã½.Events throughout the city will commemorate the 11 lives lost and countless others affected by the Oct. 27, 2018, tragedy. Here’s how you can join in mourning and in the spirit of hope this week.
Commemorative volunteering
Honor the spirit of those who were killed by engaging in community action, including blood drives, cleanups and book packing, among other activities.
When: Oct. 26-29, various times
Where:
Virtual Torah study
Register for morning discussions that will address dealing with grief, the connection between storytelling and religion, Israeli popular music and more.
When: Oct. 27, various times
Where: Online
A commemoration ceremony
Head to Schenley Park for an hourlong program that will include candle lighting by victims’ family members, music and remarks by U.S. Attorney Eric Olshan.
When: Oct. 27 at 3 p.m.
Where: Prospect Drive in Schenley Park
Shabbat dinner
Join Repair the World Pittsburgh, Kesher Pittsburgh and the local community for Together at the Table Shabbat dinner at the East End Cooperative Ministry. Share a meal, rituals and conversations.
When: Oct. 27 at 6 p.m.
Where: 6140 Station St., Entrance B (located at 6175 Harvard St.) Pittsburgh, PA, 15206
Dinner, songs and painting
Participate in Shabbat, sing with an intergenerational song circle and create messages of love and hope by painting on stones.
When: Oct. 27-29, various times
Where: