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SUMMARY:Sisterhood Tuesday Morning Study Group
DESCRIPTION:With Rabbi Wes Gardenswartz\n\nThe theme of Tuesday Sisterhood Torah study is the power of “And.” How two things that are in direct conflict with one another can both be true. That is true in life. That is true in Torah study. Solomon was the wisest King and the author of Song of Songs\, Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. And Solomon violated all the Torah’s rules about a Jewish king. The Torah says not too many horses\, Solomon had too many horses. Not too much silver and gold\, Solomon had too much silver and gold. Not too many foreign wives as they will turn the King’s heart towards the worship of false Gods. Solomon has too many wives and they turned him into an idolater. \nWe will study the Torah\, and we will think about our lives\, through the evocative lens of “And”. \n\nJoin in on Zoom.
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/sisterhood-tuesday-morning-study/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Total Body Workout
DESCRIPTION:With Jill Meyer\nA class for all levels. 20 minutes basic fun cardio dance\, 20 minutes body sculpting/conditioning & 20 minutes stretch and balance. \nFall 2025 dates: Sept 9; Oct 21\, 28; Nov 4\, 18\, 25; Dec 2\, 23 \nSave the dates for a NEW WINTER WORKOUT coming in Winter 2026! Tuesdays 1pm: \nJan 6\, 13\, 27; Feb 3\, 5\, 10\, 17 \nTuesday\, February 3rd\, will meet virtually via zoom. Join on Zoom HERE. \nSpring 2026 dates: March 3\, 10\, 17\, 31; April 7\, 21\, 28; May 19\, 26; June 2\, 9 \nNo RSVP needed. All are welcome. \nThese Total Body Workout exercise classes will follow L’CHAIM programs. \nWe are grateful to Village Bank and the Temple Emanuel Senior Fund for supporting Total Body Workout and Adapted Seated Exercises this season.
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/total-body-workout-3-2-4/
LOCATION:Reisman Hall\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Active Older Adults
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SUMMARY:Modern Spoken Hebrew V
DESCRIPTION:The Sisterhood team continues to thrive—we are an active\, engaged force! \nThank you for your leadership in making Hebrew a meaningful part of our community. We welcome new participants who meet the prerequisites. \nNewcomers: To assess your level and join us\, please reach out to Sigalit for guidance. We’re excited to help you find your place. \nSession Dates \nSession 1: Oct 21\, 28; Nov 4\, 11\, 18; Dec 2\, 9\nSession 2: Dec 23; Jan 6\, 13\, 27; Feb 3\, 10\, 24\nSession 3: Mar 10\, 17\, 24; Apr 14\, 21\, 28; May 5\nSession 4: May 19\, 26; June 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 \nRegister→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/modern-spoken-hebrew-v/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Hebrew Learning,Sisterhood
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SUMMARY:Modern Hebrew I: Speaking Foundations
DESCRIPTION:Modern Spoken Hebrew: A Journey of Language and Culture \nThis course invites you to explore Modern Spoken Hebrew through reading\, writing\, speaking\, singing\, and listening—with a strong emphasis on comprehension. Whether you’re connecting to your heritage\, preparing to travel to Israel\, or simply curious about Israeli culture\, this program offers a meaningful path forward. \nYou’ll build bridges across generations\, deepen your understanding of Jewish identity\, and even give your brain a healthy workout. We start from the basics and progress at the group’s pace\, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all learners. \nSession Dates \nSession 1: Oct 21\, 28; Nov 4\, 11\, 18; Dec 2\, 9\nSession 2: Dec 23; Jan 6\, 13\, 27; Feb 3\, 10\, 24\nSession 3: Mar 10\, 17\, 24; Apr 14\, 21\, 28; May 5\nSession 4: May 19\, 26; June 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 \nRegister→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/modern-hebrew-i-speaking-foundations/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Hebrew Learning
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SUMMARY:L’Chaim
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us on Tuesdays in Reisman Hall! Stay for exercise following our L’CHAIM programs at 2:10pm \nYou must RSVP for each program to Tracy Schneider at tracys120@yahoo.com \nFeb 3\, 10\, 17 on Zoom – Jewish Women Portrayed in Film with Debra Block \n6:30pm-7:30pm \nWe recommend watching the following films in advance of each presentation \nSESSION 1: Hester Street (watch here) – Gitl (Carol Kane)\, a young Jewish orthodox woman\, comes to America in the 1890’s only to discover that her husband Jake (Steven Keats) has given up the ways of the old country\, and taken up with a new girlfriend\, and a new life! Gitl faces the New World with strength and grace! \nSESSION 2: Crossing Delancey (watch here)– Izzy Grossman faces two romantic choices reflecting two conflicting aspects of her life…uptown world where she works and the traditional world of her grandmother where Izzy lives on the Lower East Side. In Marjorie Morningstar & Goodbye Columbus\, both women are using their romantic involvement with men to challenge the middle-class values of their parental homes. \nSESSION 3: Today\, the portrayal of Jewish women in film and television is undergoing a shift\, moving away from one-dimensional caricatures toward more nuanced\, self-defined\, and diverse characters. While traditional\, negative stereotypes persist\, the rise of Jewish women in creative roles behind the camera is driving a “renaissance” in representation. We will give examples of these portrayals in films such as Unorthodox (watch here) and in several television programs. \nAbout the facilitator\, Debra Block\, Artistic Director and Creator\, DGB Productions \nDebra Block is the Artistic Director and Creator of DGB Productions. She presents educational programs on film\, theatre and culture to age 55+ senior communities. Debra possesses a strong Jewish identity\, having lived and taught in Israel for two years\, and has directed numerous musical theater productions focusing on Jewish themes. She has taught English and theater at Shaloh House\, a Jewish Day School and has been contracted by various synagogues and Jewish community centers to develop meaningful theatrical experiences. She graduated BA cum laude in psychology with a performing arts minor. After graduating college\, she continued her studies at the Master’s level in the performing arts and in Judaism. \nMar 3 – An Afternoon of Purim Festivities with Master of Ceremonies Rabbi Leslie Tannenwald and Musician Jonah Sidman performing Yiddish Purim songs \n12:15pm lunch and goodies \n12:30-1:10pm Purim Jeopardy with prizes \n1:10-2pm musical performance by Jonah Sidman \nCome prepared to have fun and be silly! Wear a Purim festive tie\, scarf or hat. Leslie will explain the story of Purim. Mishloach Manot gift bags to be handed out supported by a generous donation from a TE family with love. \n\nLunch and goodies are generously sponsored by Esther and Alan Greif\, Eva and Alan Radding\, Marjorie and Barry Afergan\, Esther and Barry Torem\, and Dr Lloyd David\, and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew. \nMar 10 – Piano Concert with Rick Scalise \n12:15pm Luncheon anonymously and generously sponsored by a TE family donation and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew \n1:00pm Program \nLight Classical selections by Beethoven\, Mozart\, and Gershwin along with some Broadway favorites including Rodgers and Hammerstein. \nMar 17 – Tribute to George and Ira Gershwin\, legendary American songwriting duo\, with Lisa Yves \n12:15pm Luncheon generously sponsored by a TE family donation \n1:00pm Program \nLisa Yves is a highly accomplished musician\, vocalist\, songwriter and mentor with a diverse range of experiences in the music industry. As a singer and songwriter\, Lisa has released over 10 albums of original music across various genres. \nMar 31 – The Genius of Steven Sondheim with Debra Block \n12:15pm Luncheon generously sponsored by The Residence at Boylston Place\, Chestnut Hill\, an LCB senior living community and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew \n12:45pm-2:00pm Program \nAn American Composer and Lyricist\, Stephen Joshua Sondheim\, is regarded as one of the most important figures in 20th Century Musical Theatre. We will discuss his contribution to West Side Story\, Gypsy\, Company and Sunday in the Park with George. \nApr 21 – American Jewish Music The Golden Years with Hal Slifer of Chagigah \n12:15pm luncheon generously sponsored by a TE family and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew \n1pm program \nHal Slifer’s multimedia presentation explores the rich history of American Jewish music from the 1930s to today and illustrates the key moments\, artists and musical styles that have become the musical soundtrack of our lives. \nApr 28 – Concert with Ruth Rappaport and Jonah Sidman \n12:15pm luncheon generously sponsored by The Residence\, at Boylston Place\, Chestnut Hill\, an LCB senior living community and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew \n1pm program \nGuitarist and pianist Ruth Rappaport and fiddler Jonah Sidman will perform an exciting show influenced by klezmer\, Yiddish\, Irish fiddle\, and American musical traditions. \n\n \nANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES are $18 per person. Please consider making a small donation of appreciation to the L’CHAIM Group. Please mail checks of any donation to Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA 02459\, ATTN: FINANCE. Please make checks payable to TEMPLE EMANUEL. In memo line please write L’CHAIM GROUP. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/lchaim/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Hybrid (In Person and Virtual Options)\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Active Older Adults
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SUMMARY:Learn to Lead Weekday Services with Cantor Elias Rosemberg
DESCRIPTION:Learn to lead weekday evening services and understand the order and structure of the service in these classes with Cantor Rosemberg! \nBasic Hebrew reading skills necessary. \nClass Dates: January 20\, 27\, February 3\, 10 \nRegister→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/learn-to-lead-weekday-services-with-cantor-elias-rosemberg/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Community
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SUMMARY:Modern Spoken Hebrew VI
DESCRIPTION:Continuing the Journey: The Torch Holder Cohort \nWe move forward with joy and pride as part of the Torch Holder Cohort—dedicated learners committed to deepening their Hebrew through speaking\, writing\, reading\, singing\, and observing. \nLanguage acquisition is a meaningful struggle\, and reaching the intermediate level is no small feat. This group embraces the challenge with heart and determination. \nThank you to our inspiring leader for guiding us in this journey of Hebrew learning. Newcomers: If you’re ready to join\, please reach out to Sigalit to assess your level. We’d love to welcome you into the cohort. \nSession Dates \nSession 1: Oct 21\, 28; Nov 4\, 11\, 18; Dec 2\, 9\nSession 2: Dec 23; Jan 6\, 13\, 27; Feb 3\, 10\, 24\nSession 3: Mar 10\, 17\, 24; Apr 14\, 21\, 28; May 5\nSession 4: May 19\, 26; June 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 \nRegister→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/modern-spoken-hebrew-vi/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hebrew Learning
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