Join us in the Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary for a musical Kabbalat Shabbat service filled with singing, dancing, and stories, geared specifically for families with young children from birth to age 5. After services, we'll share a festive Shabbat dinner in Adelson Community Hall – a perfect place to meet other young families! Registration required. […]
Start Shabbat each week with a special hour of learning and discussion on a variety of Jewish issues with Wes, Michelle, Elias, Aliza and Dan as our clergy team connects the lessons of our sacred texts with the realities of our lives. The clergy team will close with a song that leads into Shabbat morning […]
Join us Saturday, June 13th as we look forward to celebrating Dan Nesson’s 36 years of dedicated service to Temple Emanuel. As our Hazzan Sheni and Ritual Director, Dan has shaped our ritual life in profound ways — teaching and tutoring generations of students, chanting and reading Torah, guiding services, and supporting our community with […]
For Grades K-6. Join Jon Tatelman on Shabbat morning in Room 22 at Temple Emanuel for a fun children's service!
Calling all 6th-12th graders who love to sing and make music! Perform at holiday and concert events. All levels welcome. Meets right before Religious School, but any Temple Emanuel teen can participate. Morning snack provided! Register→
ONOT Aviv is Temple Emanuel's premiere Israeli Dance Troupe for children in grades 2-5! (ONOT means "seasons" and Aviv means "Spring") 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]