Hadar Boston Regional Shabbaton

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Spend the weekend with Hadar Faculty and friends from across the Greater Boston area deep in learning Jewish texts, soul-stirring davening, delicious food and more. As we get ready for Purim, we'll spend Shabbat exploring the idea of Hester Panim: Divine Hiddenness and Absence through Torah, through song and through prayer.  We will delve into the complexities […]

Event Series First Friday

First Friday: Purim

Leventhal-Sidman Community Court 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Purim is coming! Join us for hamantaschen and mocktails at oneg after Shabbat Alive. All are invited! Bring your teen to our new Teen Nosh & Gather! View the First Friday 2024-25 Calendar HERE→

Event Series Tot Shabbat

Rocking Tot Shabbat with Wayne Potash

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Join us for a special Rock n' Roll Tot Shabbat with rockstar Wayne Potash! In this fabulous service, we have prayerful songs and games perfect for children from birth to age 5 and their parents. Join us for the service and then stay for a delicious lunch with friends!  

Purim Concert with Joanie Leeds

Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

For families with children ages 0-7 We are thrilled to present Grammy Award Winner, Joanie Leeds for a fabulous concert specifically tailored for families with children ages 0-7. This concert is always a highlight of our Purim festivities—a time for little ones to wear their costumes, dance with joy, and celebrate in a space catered […]

Mishloach Manot Bag Assembly

Reisman Hall 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Purim is all about fun! One of the most fun ways to participate in Sisterhood's Mishloach Manot program is to come assemble the gift bags! All are welcome! We are looking for volunteers to deliver mishloach manot. To sign up for a delivery route, please send us an e-mail.

Purim Carnival

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

The TE Purim Carnival is back, and everyone deserves a chance to fly! All are welcome to join us for entertainment & games led by our middle schoolers (Chai 385), a bouncy house, face painting, food, raffles and more! Come in costume and celebrate Purim with the TE community! Wear your best witch hat! Show […]

Teen Pre-Purim Party

Solomon Youth Lounge 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Come and hang out with your fellow teens after the Purim carnival! We will do some fun Purim games, learn about the holiday and enjoy snacks and ice cream. Bring your friends!

Event Series Biblical and Siddur Hebrew

Biblical and Siddur Hebrew IV

Virtual

This is a continuing group with the goal focusing on understanding our Torah, Haftara and Prayers. It is however and nonetheless the foundation of the Modern Spoken Hebrew today in Israel and this is the magic of our revival and survival of generational connection, MiDor L’Dor. New registrants are welcome with prerequisite knowledge! Newcomers – […]

Event Series You Too Can Cantillate!

You, Too, Can Cantillate: High Holy Day Edition

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

There is a rich history to Torah Cantillation melody spanning the globe. One of the variations is the way in which we chant on the High Holy Days. This class is for those that already have a working knowledge of trope. To join the class, register here (link here) We look forward to finding a […]

Event Series Hartman Learning Initiative

Tal Becker: Israel on the World Stage

Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Our Hartman Learning Initiative continues in person at Temple Emanuel on Monday, March 10, 2025 when we will welcome Dr. Tal Becker, Vice President and Senior Faculty of the Kogod Research Center at Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem. Tal will share his reflections and insights in a conversation with Rabbi Wes Gardenswartz. REGISTER HERE Upcoming […]