Here is a sampling of some of the programs offered by Hillel, grouped into five general program areas.

RECREATION

Kosher Cook-out—Every Tuesday night, a large crowd gathers at Hillel for a free meal, ping pong, open mic night and other entertainment. Maccabiah Games—now in its fourth year, this event brings about 150 Jewish college athletes to SB for a weekend of fun and competition Kosher Love Luau—a huge single's night at Hillel, usually a week or two before Valentine's Day

SOCIAL ACTION

"The Senior Prom"— This amazing event brings together senior citizens from local retirement homes, to dance away the night with the college students here at Hillel Alternative Spring Break— Students are encouraged to spend their spring breaks becoming engaged in and performing acts of Tikkun Olam.

SPIRITUALITY/RELIGIOUS LIFE

Shabbat at Hillel—every Friday night, an average of 175 (and often over 200) gather for Reform, Conservative or Orthodox services; then we all come together for a delicious, free kosher dinner. Jewish learning for all levels—One on one and group classes with Rabbi Allison. Holidays—celebrating life and remembering the past, all with a college twist: Rosh HaShanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Chanukah, Purim, Passover, Shavuot, and all the others.

ISRAEL

American Students for Israel—this organization advocates for fair and balanced treatment of Israel on campus and in the classroom Taglit-birthright Israel Trip—a free, ten-day trip to Israel with other students from Santa Barbara, if you have never been on an organized Israel trip before Israel Independence Day celebration Yom HaZikaron—Israel Memorial Day observance Israeli-Palestinian Film Festival— Held each Spring, the IPFF shows films that deal with Israeli culture and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict..

ARTS AND CULTURE

Open Mic Night—Come share your talent with us every Kosher Cook Out. Israeli Dancing—Meets weekly with instruction for beginners and open dancing for intermediate and advanced students. Film Society—Meets in the lounge throughout the year screening films of Jewish interest. Free Popcorn! Jewish Book Club