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Local events set to honor the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting victims

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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: Pick where you volunteer.

Virtual Torah study

Register for morning discussions that will address dealing with grief, the connection between storytelling and religion, Israeli popular music and more. Registration is required to attend.

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. Get details from 10.27 Healing Partnership.

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. RSVP to attend.

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: RSVP to receive details.