Pathways to Judaism
2023-03-01 19:00 - 21:30, 2023-02-22 19:00 - 21:30, 2023-02-15 19:00 - 21:30, 2023-02-08 19:00 - 21:30, 2023-02-01 19:00 - 21:30, 2023-01-25 19:00 - 21:30, 2023-01-18 19:00 - 21:30, 2023-01-11 19:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) and 7 more dates | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Presented by the Jewish Discovery Institute
Considering conversion? Want to learn more about Judaism? The Pathways to Judaism program is an intensive 25-session “Introduction to Judaism” program suitable for those considering conversion and those who are “Jewcurious.” Over the last 40 years, the Jewish Discovery Institute has helped guide thousands of students on their Jewish journeys. The course opens the world of Jewish tradition and understanding to those who have little or no background.

Exceptional religious studies and “Introduction to Judaism” program
Experienced rabbinic educators with a warm, welcoming approach
Connect to community through significant Jewish experiences such as Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations and field trips
Full conversion support for those who choose to pursue it

We are supported by a generous grant from CJP. Scholarships are available. This course is taught through a collaborative educational partnership with the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program of American Jewish University.

Tekun Meeting
2023-02-09 20:00 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
We had our first meeting of 2023 a few weeks ago and picked a few areas of focus for our work together this year:

Gun violence prevention
Affordable Housing
Health Care Advocacy and Support

Please join us this Thursday at 8:00 PM in Room 22 for our second meeting!

This time, we’ll be thinking about how we can best address these issues and about the role of our Social Justice Advisory Board and our Social Action Committees in supporting this work. This is a perfect place to connect with other members around social justice issues, to learn together about what’s already happening in our community, and to begin to do the important work of TEkun Olam together!

Sisterhood Cocktail Class
2023-01-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Flora’s Wine Bar, 1284 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, 02465, United States
Join other Sisterhood Temple Emanuel members and learn how to make specialty cocktails at Flora Wine Bar in Newton. Drinks and a light snack will be served.
Event is limited to 20 people. Registration will be available on a first come first serve basis.
Register Here!

Expecting a Jewish Baby
2023-01-29 09:30 - 11:00, 2023-01-22 09:30 - 11:00 | The Rabbi Marshall R. Lifson Library, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Are you waiting for the arrival of your little one?
Come meet other parents-to-be, as together we discuss exciting and easy ways to bring Jewish spirituality to this special time. We’ll explore topics such as naming, planning Brit Milah (circumcision) and Simchat Bat (covenantal ceremony for girls), navigating family expectations and laying the foundation for a family journey to Jewish self-discovery.
This free course is open to all parents who wish to raise Jewish children: members of Temple Emanuel, and non-members, interfaith families are warmly invited.
We hope you are able to join us for both sessions: January 22nd & January 29th!
Register Here!

Me'ah Classic
2023-01-24 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-01-17 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-01-10 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-01-03 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-12-20 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-12-13 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-12-06 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-11-22 09:30 - 11:30 and 1 more date | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
The Jewish “conversation” stretches over 3,000 years, with each generation interpreting and reinterpreting the core texts of Jewish life. Me’ah Classic is a comprehensive, engaging, and in-depth adult learning experience that takes students on a 100-hour, two-year journey through the narrative of the Jewish people. Me’ah Classic is taught by outstanding faculty who empower students to become part of the conversation. Readings, text study, lectures and discussions focus on core texts from biblical, rabbinic, medieval, and modern times. Students receive a certificate during a graduation ceremony at the end of their second year.
RABBI NEAL GOLD teaches and writes about Jewish texts, Israel, and intersections between Jewish spiritual life and the contemporary world. In 2020, he created a rapidly expanding online platform for adult Jewish learning called “A Tree with Roots,” which draws students from all over North America and around the world.
Neal is the Jewish Chaplain and Hillel Director at Babson College. He serves on the faculty of Me’ah, a program of Hebrew College, where he teaches a wide variety of courses from Bible to Modern Jewish History.
The fee per year is $650 per person. Generous financial aid is available. Contact meah@hebrewcollege.edu for more information or visit the website.
Register Here!

TEkun Meeting
2023-01-12 20:00 - 21:00 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
We are excited to launch a new year of TEkun at Temple Emanuel! In addition to sending out educational materials about social justice issues, TEkun is a group of Temple Emanuel members who gather to discuss current issues, to plan innovative and thoughtful programming, and to engage in direct service. As we dream up our year of activism, we would love to meet with you! Please join us in Room 22 for our first meeting of 2023. In this meeting we will:

Reflect on the issues that we feel strongly about
Choose 1-2 issues that this group will focus on for the coming year
Set goals for 2023

If you haven’t been to a TEkun program yet and would like to get involved, this is the perfect opportunity! If you’re someone who has been involved in the past, please save the date—we need your voice!
Please click here to let us know you’ll be coming!

TE Brotherhood - Team Building/Rock Spot Climbing
2023-01-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Rock Spot Climbing: Boston-Dedham, 67 Sprague Street, Boston, MA, 02136, United States
Lary Norin men’s club president from Temple Torat Yisrael in East Greenwich, RI and Co-Owner of Rock Spot Climbing is inviting all of the men’s clubs from our region to a team building event at 1 of the 7 gyms that he owns in New England.

6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Kosher deli sandwiches on the 2nd floor mezzanine at the gym.

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Split up into a few smaller groups for team building activities facilitated by the rock gyms staff.

7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Safety and climbing instruction. Stay and climb as long as you want the gym is open until 11 PM.

Program is $30 per person. Food is optional at $20 per person.
Every participant will receive a free trial membership for the rest of the month of January.
For additional information and register for the event, please click here.
