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SUMMARY:Brotherhood Wellness Series: Making Exercise and Fitness Work for You
DESCRIPTION:We all know that exercise and fitness are key to maintaining our overall health — but fitting them into our busy lives can be a challenge. How do we make the best use of our time in finding the exercise routine that works best for us? \nJoin us for a session focused on strategies to prioritize your time to make fitness a sustainable part of your life! \nSchedule:\n6:00 pm – Light Dinner\n6:30 pm – Lecture and Q&A \nRegister→ \nAbout the Speaker\nMike Berkowitz\, Fitness Director at the Greater Boston JCC\, began his personal training career in 2015. Mike’s passion for helping clients achieve their fitness goals has evolved into a drive to help other trainers to reach theirs as well.
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/brotherhood-wellness-series-making-exercise-and-fitness-work-for-you/
LOCATION:Benjamin Vestry\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brotherhood,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
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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/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hebrew Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T173000
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Play
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Drop-In Play to help your little one burn off excess energy in our Housman Activity Center! \nRegister Today! \nThis program is generously sponsored by the Cindy and Dan Levinson Fund for Parenting Education \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/drop-in-play-2-2-2/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Housman Activity Center\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:TE Tots
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T180412Z
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SUMMARY:Yisod Israeli Cooking Series
DESCRIPTION:YisYisod’s Israeli Cooking Series returns for one final session! Don’t miss your chance to learn from expert in Middle Eastern cuisine\, Chef Andy from the Chubby Chickpea\, as we craft schnitzel and couscous and then enjoy it together. You are sure to leave with top-notch cooking skills mastered\, your taste buds satisfied\, and a recipe card to share the meal with friends and family. \nSession Schedule: \n\nOctober 29th @ 6:00 pm – Shakshuka\nNovember 12th @ 6:00 pm – Chicken Shawarma\, hummus\, and Israeli salad\nDecember 3rd @ 6:00 pm – Schnitzel and couscous\n\nWe have a limited number of spots for this one-of-a-kind culinary experience\, so register now! \nRegister→ \nSponsored by CJP
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/yisod-israeli-cooking-series-3/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Israel,Yisod 20's & 30's
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Evenings 6:30pm – 7:30pm on Zoom with Emily Grossman.  There is no cost to attend- but registration is required. This series is open to Temple Emanuel members as well as the greater community. Contact Tracy Schneider at Tracys120@yahoo.com for the zoom link and registration.   \nDisclaimer: We ask that all dialogue and information shared during the group discussion remain confidential to the participants.\nClass Dates: Sept 10\, Oct 22\, Nov 5\, Dec 3\, Jan 7\, Feb 4\, March 4\, April 15\, May 20\, June 10 \nWe welcome Emily Grossman to lead our group this coming season. Emily brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to support the spouses and partners of those who suffer from dementia. \nEmily S. Grossman\, MSW\, CMC\, CDP\, is the founder of NextPath Care Management\, with more than 23 years of experience in large and small healthcare organizations. Emily’s extensive experience in all levels of senior care\, including home and community-based services as well as institutional and insurance-based resources\, has formed the foundation of her practice. She has delivered seminars on housing and care options\, and how best to plan for the future\, as well as contributed to various newsletters and publications. Emily earned a B.A. from Tufts University and a Master’s of Social Work with a clinical concentration in Older Adults and Families from Boston College\, where she was a Litwak Fellow. She completed her graduate training at Hebrew Senior Life Continuing Care Retirement Community Newbridge on the Charles in their Long-Term Care setting and with Jewish Family Services of Metro West. \nCaregiver Support Group is proudly co-presented by Temple Emanuel Senior Fund and the Deanna and Sidney Wolk Center for Memory Health at Hebrew SeniorLife.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/te-caregiver-support-group/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Active Older Adults,Support,Virtual Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
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SUMMARY:History of the Jews in the Americas
DESCRIPTION: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 Jewish culture and American Jews’ engagement with other sectors of society. \nSession dates: Oct. 22\, 29\, Nov. 5\, 12 and 19\, and Dec. 3. \nThe fee is $125/person for all sessions. \nPayment can be sent via Venmo\, Zelle\, or by check. Instructions will be sent in your registration confirmation email. \nRegister→ \nContact Sandy Remz with any questions \nSponsored by Minyan Ma’or
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/history-of-the-jews-in-the-americas/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Active Older Adults,Adult Education,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20250812T155358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T143237Z
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SUMMARY:Torah for our Times
DESCRIPTION:With Rabbi Michelle Robinson\nWhile 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 the big questions of who we are and how we might craft a life worth living. \nNEW THIS YEAR: Each week we explore a compelling story from the Talmud through the eyes of commentators whose insights can spark our own. \nOur class takes place on zoom – whether you’re in Newton\, New York\, Nevada\, or anywhere else around the world\, come learn with us! \nRegister and join us on Zoom here.  \nView the 2025-26 calendar HERE→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/torah-for-our-times/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured,Virtual Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
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SUMMARY:Seated Zumba Gold
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\nWith Ketty Rosenfeld \nThursday mornings \nSession 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 \nJoin us Online via Zoom  \nMeeting ID: 871 2457 6849 \nWe are grateful for the Temple Emanuel Senior Fund for supporting Zumba Gold this season. No RSVP needed – No Charge – All are welcome.  Questions? Please contact Tracy Schneider.
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/seated-zumba-gold-2/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Active Older Adults,Virtual Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
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SUMMARY:Social Action Committee Coat Drive
DESCRIPTION:Curbside Drop-Off on Ward Street at Temple Emanuel\nThe Social Action Committee is sponsoring Temple Emanuel’s Annual Coat Drive to benefit the participants of the Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry at the Mass. Avenue Baptist Church. Items to donate include New or Gently-Used Winter Coats\, Hats\, Scarves\, Gloves\, Warm Clothing\, and Boots for men\, women\, and children as well as New Socks\, Blankets\, and Small Toiletry Items. \nThe drive will occur on Thursday\, December 4th\, from 3:00-6:00 pm. \nDrop off is the Ward Street entrance to the temple. If you are able to volunteer from 3-6 pm on December 4\, please contact Barbara Goldman or Ellen Kass. \nThe drive will be extended at the homes of Ellen Kass and Barbara Goldman from December 5 through December 21. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Ellen or Barbara. \nAll donations are tax-deductible!
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/te-social-action-committee-coat-drive/
LOCATION:385 Ward St\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,TEkun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T174500
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SUMMARY:6th Grade Trip to Mayyim Hayyim
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Temple Emanuel 6th graders! The 6th Grade Religious School class will be taking a field trip to Mayyim Hayyim on December 4th during Religious School. We will have a bus ready to pick up the students at 3:45pm from Temple Emanuel\, and they will be dropped off back at Temple Emanuel before the end of Religious School! \nIf any 6th graders who are not in Religious School would like to join this field trip\, please email Risa Wagner.
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/6th-grade-trip-to-mayyim-hayyim/
LOCATION:In Person – Other\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Religious School / Chai 385
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20251003T190413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T190536Z
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SUMMARY:Modern Spoken Hebrew III
DESCRIPTION:Spoken Modern Hebrew: Everyday Language for Life and Legacy \nThis 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. \nIt’s a golden opportunity to model Hebrew for our children and grandchildren\, while also supporting cognitive health and brain function. \nNewcomers: We’d love to welcome you! To assess your level and join the course\, please reach out to Sigalit. \nSession Dates\nSession 1: Oct 16\, 23\, 30; Nov 6\, 13\, 20; Dec 4\nSession 2: Dec 11\, 18; Jan 8\, 15\, 22\, 29; Feb 5\nSession 3: Feb 12\, 26; Mar 5\, 12\, 19\, 26; Apr 16\nSession 4: Apr 23\, 30; May 4\, 14\, 28; June 4\, 11 \nRegister→ \n 
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/modern-spoken-hebrew-iii/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Hebrew Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20250729T145646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T151620Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Child Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Thursday evenings | 6:30 – 7:30 pm on Zoom \nAre you caring for an aging parent? Are you looking for local resources and support? \nJoin us for monthly discussions on all topics about managing the care of our parents and maintaining our own expectations. We will have guest speakers set up by the team at Adelaide\, a Benchmark community. \nRegister Here→ \nFor the best experience\, participants are encouraged to attend regularly. There is no cost to attend- but registration is required. Questions? Please contact Tracy Schneider. \nThis series is sponsored by Adelaide and co-presented by TE senior fund. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/adult-child-support-group/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Active Older Adults,Adult Education,Support,Virtual Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20251010T133914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T195328Z
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SUMMARY:Close Reading: Sons and Daughters by Chaim Grade - A Jewish Novel Taught by Dr. Susanne Klingenstein
DESCRIPTION:The sharp Yiddish novelist\, Chaim Grade\, described the falling apart of the orthodox world in Eastern Europe in the 1930s. Sons and daughters of rabbis get out of the shtetl\, but the fathers claw them back through guilt. Grade’s characters are incredibly alive; they are goofy\, mad\, heroic and wise. The novel is long\, learned and confusing\, so we will read it together at the clip of 50 pages each week\, accompanied by one of discussion each week to help understand the religious world of the Lithuanian rabbis. \nClass dates: Nov 6\, 13\, 20\, Dec 4\, 11\, 17\, 30\, Jan 8\, 15\, 26\, 29\, Feb 5\nAll classes will meet on Zoom. \nCost: (Scholarships available)\n \n$180 for Temple Emanuel Members\n$250 for Non-Members \nThis class is now at capacity. \nAbout Dr. Susanne Klingenstein\nDr. Susanne Klingenstein is an Associate at the Center for Jewish Studies at Harvard University. She served as professor of Writing and Humanistic Studies at MIT\, as Lecturer in the Humanities at Harvard Medical School\, and as Director of the Communication Curriculum in the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology. She the author of six books\, her new book on Chaim Grade will be published in the spring of 2026. She has offered courses at TE since 2006 and is a popular\, sought-after teacher.
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/close-reading-sons-and-daughters-by-chaim-grade-a-jewish-novel-taught-by-dr-susanne-klingenstein/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Active Older Adults,Adult Education,Community,Israel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20251113T173541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T173541Z
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SUMMARY:Argentina with Cantor Elias Rosemberg Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the amazing opportunity to travel with Temple Emanuel and immerse yourself in the rich culture\, tradition\, and beauty of Argentina. On this trip\, led by Cantor Elias Rosemberg\, discover Buenos Aires and its historical sites\, including its magnificent synagogues\, the Recoleta cemetery and Opera house. Journey to the Jewish first settlements (Colonias) and take a day tour to a typical Argentinian ranch and become a Gaucho for a day! Learn more about this exciting opportunity and meet Cantor Pablo Duek\, who will give a tour overview and conduct a Q & A session. \nLearn more about the trip\, and view photos and videos at https://www.rockinjourneys.com/ \nView additional information here. \nRegister for the information session HERE→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/argentina-with-cantor-elias-rosemberg-information-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20231013T175112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T190952Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday @ Shabbat Alive! Hanukkah Is Coming
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we get ready for Hanukkah and enjoy latkes & sufganiyot at oneg. \nAll are invited! \nWhat is First Friday? Start with an inspiring musical Shabbat Alive! Service in the Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary\, then stay for a beautiful post-service Oneg filled with delicious food and fellowship. \nWho is First Friday for? First Fridays are for everyone\, age 0 on up! \nWhy come to First Friday? To lift your spirit. To be inspired by ancient words animated with new melodies. To connect with a community of friends – old and new. To stand generation to generation\, together. \nView the First Friday 2025-26 Calendar HERE→ \n 
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/first-friday-shabbat-alive-hanukkah/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hanukkah,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20240916T171532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T141659Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Shabbat Dinner(Grades 9-12)
DESCRIPTION:Grades 9-12\nJoin your friends and celebrate Shabbat with us for our monthly Shabbat dinner. We will join together for Shabbat Alive! services and then eat dinner in two locations. Shabbat Shalom! \nCost: $18 per person \nRegister Here→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/teen-shabbat-dinner-9-12/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Benjamin Vestry\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shabbat,Youth/TE Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
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SUMMARY:Teen Shabbat Dinner(Grades 6-8)
DESCRIPTION:Grades 6-8\nJoin your friends and celebrate Shabbat with us for our monthly Shabbat dinner. We will join together for Shabbat Alive! services and then eat dinner in two locations. Shabbat Shalom! \nCost: $18 per person \nRegister Here→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/teen-shabbat-dinner-grades-6-8/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Benjamin Vestry\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shabbat,Youth/TE Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T092000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20250623T132119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T184924Z
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SUMMARY:Talmud Class with Our Clergy
DESCRIPTION: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 services at 9:30. \nJoin us on livestream in the Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/talmud-class/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Hybrid (In Person and Virtual Options)\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured,Livestream,Service Times,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20231109T185415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T165057Z
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SUMMARY:Ruach Shabbat Services: Grades K-6
DESCRIPTION:For Grades K-6. Join Jon Tatelman on Shabbat morning in Room 22 at Temple Emanuel for a fun children’s service! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/ruach-shabbat-services-2-2-4/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service Times,Shabbat,Shabbat & Holiday Services,Youth/TE Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T114500
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20250818T203715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T135123Z
UID:10011677-1765018800-1765021500@www.templeemanuel.com
SUMMARY:Tot Shabbat with Rebecca and David
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fabulous Tot Shabbat service geared towards children from birth to age 5! We will sing our favorite songs\, create beautiful crafts\, and have challah and grape juice. After the service\, we’ll all go up onto the bimah for a special treat! \n 
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/tot-shabbat-with-rebecca-and-david/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service Times,Shabbat,TE Tots
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T134500
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20250912T160102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T173631Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Dead Sea Scrolls with Dr. Sidney Kadish
DESCRIPTION:The Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in 1947. Since then\, they have been intensely studied. We will inquire about how they were found and studied\, what they tell us about Jewish life 2000 years ago\, and what they mean to us today. Join us in the Slater Conference Room after Shabbat morning services for this incredible program. \nSession Dates: 10/18\, 11/22\, 11/29\, 12/6\, 12/13 \nRegister→ \nAbout Dr. Sidney Kadish\nDr. Sidney Kadish was born in Butler\, NJ. His Hebrew education began with home schooling\, and later he attended Camp Massad\, a Hebrew speaking camp in the Poconos. After grade school\, he attended Yeshiva University HS. He obtained a BA from Columbia (1963) and an MD from U of Chicago (1967). After internship\, he came to Boston for a residency in Radiology at Mass General Hospital. After Army service\, he returned to New England and served as a radiation oncologist\, principally in Worcester. He retired in 2013 and has been a member of the Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement (HILR) where he gave a course on the Dead Sea Scrolls. He has been married to Helen for 43 years and has 2 grown children\, Michael and Emily. Sidney has been a member of Temple Emanuel since 1976.
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/introduction-to-the-dead-sea-scrolls/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Slater Conference Room\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Active Older Adults,Adult Education,Community,Israel,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20251029T195635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T174535Z
UID:10012449-1765045800-1765056600@www.templeemanuel.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night Introducing Games with James
DESCRIPTION:Join Brotherhood and Sisterhood for a fun-filled night of trivia with Games with James. Our host will bring the entertaining\, challenging and interactive trivia! We invite you and your team to compete against the other teams in the room\, while enjoying good food and drink! \nTeams will be comprised of 8 players each. When you register\, you may request to have others on your team if you would like. \nYouth are invited to attend our Games and Junior Trivia Night in the Solomon Youth Lounge during the event with our Youth Department staff and teen babysitters. \n6:30pm – Light dinner\n7:00pm – Games begin \nRegister→ \nQuestions? Please contact Marilynn Buchenholz or Jayne Friedberg.
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/trivia-night-introducing-games-with-james/
LOCATION:Reisman Hall\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brotherhood,Community,Sisterhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20250926T170828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T134416Z
UID:10012021-1765098000-1765099800@www.templeemanuel.com
SUMMARY:Temple Emanuel Teen Choir
DESCRIPTION:Calling all 6th-12th graders who love to sing and make music! Perform at holiday and concert events. All levels welcome. \nMeets right before Religious School\, but any Temple Emanuel teen can participate. Morning snack provided! \nRegister→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/temple-emanuel-teen-choir/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kesher Afterschool,Music,Religious School / Chai 385
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20251001T153445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T153445Z
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SUMMARY:ONOT Aviv Israeli Dance Troupe
DESCRIPTION:ONOT Aviv is Temple Emanuel’s premiere Israeli Dance Troupe for children in grades 2-5!\n(ONOT means “seasons” and Aviv means “Spring”) \nStudents 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 Hebrew along the way! \nONOT Alumna\, Ruthie Holzer will be instructing the class with the help of Temple Emanuel dance teacher\, Avi Wald. \nTuition is included with Religious School tuition\, apart from a $25 t-shirt/costume fee. $180 for students outside of the Religious School. Beginners welcome! \nRegister→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/onot-aviv-israeli-dance-troupe/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kesher Afterschool,Music,Religious School / Chai 385
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20250820T210024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T203628Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a brunch in Feldberg\, around the corner from the Housman Activity Room\, hosted by Yaffa Tilles\, Co-Founder of Boston Birth Village! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents with infants\, share stories\, and enjoy a delicious FREE breakfast together. \nRegister Today! \nGenerously Sponsored by the Cindy Levinson Fund for Parenting Education
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/babybrunch-3-2/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby & Beyond,Parenting,TE Tots
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20241114T183919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T154111Z
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SUMMARY:Kitah Hay (5th Grade) Haifa Fair
DESCRIPTION:Kitah Hay (5th Grade) Parents are invited to join their students for the annual Haifa Fair!
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/kitah-hay-5th-grade-haifa-fair/
LOCATION:Benjamin Vestry\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Religious School / Chai 385
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20251022T182012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T212400Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Magic: Hanukkah
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Hanukkah with your TE Tots friends! Join Lena and special guest Risa Wagner\, K-5 Engagement Specialist\, as we craft our own Hanukkah candles\, read stories\, and sing songs to welcome in the holiday! \nRegister→  \nGenerously Sponsored by the Cindy Levinson Fund for Parenting Education
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/holiday-magic-3/
LOCATION:Reisman Hall\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hanukkah,TE Tots
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20250926T154919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T134435Z
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SUMMARY:Temple Emanuel Children's Choir
DESCRIPTION:For any Temple Emanuel children in grades 1-5 who love to sing! Work with Morah Eugenia Gerstein on making beautiful music together. \nMeets directly after Religious School (but open to all) from 12:00-12:30. Snack provided! \nRegister→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/temple-emanuel-childrens-choir/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kesher Afterschool,Music,Religious School / Chai 385
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T124500
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20251001T154331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T154331Z
UID:10012082-1765108800-1765111500@www.templeemanuel.com
SUMMARY:ONOT Kayitz Israeli Dance Troupe
DESCRIPTION:ONOT Kayitz is Temple Emanuel’s premiere Israeli Dance Troupe for teens in grades 6-12!\n(ONOT means “seasons” and Kayitz means “Summer”) \nStudents 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 Hebrew along the way. \nONOT Alumni\, Eliana Blankstein and Daniella Bunch will be instructing the class with the help of Temple Emanuel dance teacher\, Avi Wald. \n$180 includes instruction\, costume rental and t-shirt and snacks! \nRegister→
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/onot-kayitz-israeli-dance-troupe/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:In Person – Temple Emanuel\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Israel,Kesher Afterschool,Music,Religious School / Chai 385
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025948
CREATED:20251027T202536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T173940Z
UID:10012397-1765112400-1765119600@www.templeemanuel.com
SUMMARY:Yisod Tikkun Olam Craft Event
DESCRIPTION:Get crafty with Yisod! Join Yisod and Yad Chessed—a non-profit providing food support\, emergency financial assistance\, advice\, and referrals for Jews in need around Massachusetts—as we decorate our own tzedakah boxes and learn about the importance of mutual responsibility. Register now! \nRegister now! \n 
URL:https://www.templeemanuel.com/event/yisod-tikkun-olam-craft-event/
LOCATION:Reisman Hall\, 385 Ward Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Yisod 20's & 30's
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