Learn about the biggest debates in Judaism from the Talmud and beyond with Rabbi Wes Gardenswartz! Meets monthly in Slater conference room. Snack provided. Register→
Join Rav Hazzan Aliza Berger and Lena Ravitch for a new program designed to provide parents and children ages 0-5 with age-appropriate activities, songs, stories, and crafts that will infuse each upcoming holiday with meaning. In this session, we’ll taste delicious fruit and enjoy a TuBishvat seder together! Register→ Generously Sponsored by the Cindy Levinson […]
For any Temple Emanuel children in grades 1-5 who love to sing! Work with Morah Eugenia Gerstein on making beautiful music together. Meets directly after Religious School (but open to all) from 12:00-12:30. Snack provided! Register→
ONOT Kayitz is Temple Emanuel's premiere Israeli Dance Troupe for teens in grades 6-12! (ONOT means "seasons" and Kayitz means "Summer") Students will learn Harkeda (popular, just-for-fun) dances as well as a choreographed routine that will be performed at the Israel Folkdance Festival of Boston and at the Zimkudiyah! They might even pick up some […]
Calling all K-2nd graders! Come join us on February 1st for a delicious lunch and mitzvah project! Please register so we know how many people to expect. We can't wait to see you there! Register→
The Stars of David is a group of adults with disabilities that meet for fun and spirited Jewish themed activities at Temple Emanuel. The group ages 30-70, meets one Sunday per month, and always includes lunch. New participants are warmly welcomed by all including our many volunteers! Come see for yourself! Aides and family members […]
Please join us for a community Tu Bishvat Seder! Enjoy a wonderful light meal, fruits, wine or grape juice, and comradery, while experiencing the meaning of this ancient pre-spring festival. View the booklet here! Register→
How does Hebrew used for liturgical purposes differ from Modern Hebrew? Pronunciation varies across ethnic traditions, and globalization has influenced the way Hebrew is spoken and understood today. In this course, learners will build a strong foundation for engaging with Jewish texts—including prayers, the Torah, the Bible, and more. Session Dates Session 1: Oct 20, […]
This group is dedicated to deepening our understanding of Torah, Haftara, and Prayers—texts that form the bedrock of Modern Spoken Hebrew in Israel. These sacred sources have played a vital role in the revival and survival of Hebrew, sustaining its transmission MiDor L’Dor (from generation to generation). New participants are warmly welcomed! If you’re joining […]
Intelligent Aging is a philosophical approach based on the latest research in biogerontology. It focuses on educating adults who believe that aging is an opportunity for lifelong learning and what might be possible today in creating a more resilient person with each passing year. Schedule: 6:00 pm - Light Dinner 6:30 pm - Lecture and […]
While not as ancient as the public reading of the Torah, chanting of the prophets, known as the Haftarah, began in the 1st century CE. Join Hazzan Sheni/Ritual Director Dan Nesson for seven sessions to learn this sacred tradition. A reading knowledge of Hebrew is recommended. Yes, you, too, can Cantillate! Class Dates: January 12, […]
How do we face serious illness? Come join a small group of men who will meet in the Benjamin Vestry to share our feelings on how we face serious illness in ourselves and the ones we love. As we age our risk of serious illness increases. The risk of health problems of the people we […]