Our first TE Reads for the year is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. It is beyond compelling. It asks all the questions that go into building a life of meaning, joy and resilience: What do we do with our mistakes? What do we do with the mistakes that hurt people that cannot be fixed? What […]
With Rabbi Wes Gardenswartz The 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 […]
The Sisterhood team continues to thrive—we are an active, engaged force! Thank you for your leadership in making Hebrew a meaningful part of our community. We welcome new participants who meet the prerequisites. Newcomers: To assess your level and join us, please reach out to Sigalit for guidance. We’re excited to help you find your […]
Modern Spoken Hebrew: A Journey of Language and Culture This 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. You’ll […]
Each month of the Hebrew lunar calendar has a lesson to teach, and this month is no exception. Join us for a free yoga event where we connect with the teachings and energies of the new hebrew month. Our session will incorporate gentle movements, breathwork, and meditation, allowing you to attune to the spiritual and […]
Continuing the Journey: The Torch Holder Cohort We 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. Language acquisition is a meaningful struggle, and reaching the intermediate level is no small feat. This group embraces the challenge with […]
Join us for Drop-In Play to help your little one burn off excess energy in our Housman Activity Center! Register Today! This program is generously sponsored by the Cindy Levinson Fund for Parenting Education
History of Jews in the Americas, 1492-present will be the subject of a course this fall with BU Professor Deeana Klapper. We will examine the history of Jews and Jewish communities in North America, South America and the Caribbean over 500 years. Taking a thematic and chronological approach, we will consider the diversity of American […]
With Rabbi Michelle Robinson While some of the difficulties we face today are new, grappling with an uncertain world is an age-old challenge. Our Jewish tradition offers us a timeless toolbox of traditional texts that offer us ancient wisdom we can apply to our modern challenges. Join us each Thursday morning as we grapple with […]
With Ketty Rosenfeld Thursday mornings Session Dates: Sept 11, 25; Oct 23, 30; Nov 6, 13, 20; Dec 4, 25; Jan 8, 22, 29; Feb 5, 12, 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 16, 23, 30; May 21, 28 Join us Online via Zoom Meeting ID: 871 2457 6849 We are grateful for the […]
Temple Emanuel Senior Fund presents Adult Day Drop Off for spouses who have early to mid stage memory loss. Join us at Reisman Hall for 2 1/2 hours to have a light dairy lunch snack and engage in meaningful activities with staff from Adelaide of Newton Centre, A Benchmark Mind & Memory Experience. Sample activities: […]
Spoken Modern Hebrew: Everyday Language for Life and Legacy This continuing course welcomes all learners at an equivalent level. Together, we read, write, speak, and listen in Hebrew—building practical skills for everyday life and deepening our connection to the language. It’s a golden opportunity to model Hebrew for our children and grandchildren, while also supporting […]