“Through Shabbat, I’ve learned new ways to be alone. I’m now eating without distractions and not rushing to get to the next thing. I’m being mindful and enjoying what’s in front of me.”
— 2020 Focus Group Participant
This report explores insights and potential opportunities for OneTable, the Jewish young adult sector, and well beyond. The volume of solo Shabbat dinners, over 1,700 from March - December, 2020, was a surprise to us. As a result, we’ve revisited our core offerings for OneTable participants. Now, we plan on supporting solo practices throughout COVID and after reemergence. You’ll see what we’ve learned, how this knowledge is changing the work we do, and what we can do together as our community recognizes and honors the ways people choose to be alone, together.
