Vegetarian Shabbat Aug. 23

Congregation L’Dor Va-Dor, the forward-thinking Reform Jewish congregation, invites the community to attend Friday night services at 7:30 p.m. at the Palm Beach School of Autism, 8480 Lantana Road in Lantana.

The Aug. 23 Friday night Shabbat service at 7:30 p.m. will include guest speaker Jeff Tucker, Dade County leader of Earth Save. Tucker will talk about the connection between Jewish values and vegetarianism.

Tucker has worked to translate the ethics and values of Judaism into the way animals and the planet are treated. He will share his view that the highest teachings of Judaism lead to vegetarianism.

A vegan oneg Shabbat and discussion will follow the service. All are welcome to attend. Call (561) 968-0688 for more info.