Touch a Truck at the Community BBQ
2025-09-07 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join us at our Annual Community BBQ for a special Touch a Truck event with the Newton Fire and Police Departments for our little ones! This is the perfect chance to see fire engines and police trucks up close and to meet some local heroes.
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TE Community BBQ
2025-09-07 16:00 - 18:30 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join the Temple Emanuel Community for our annual BBQ, as we celebrate the beginning of the year with a great afternoon of food, friends and fun for all ages! Activities will include an obstacle course, Touch-A-Truck with the Newton Fire Department, cotton candy, and kids arts and crafts.
Rain or shine!
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We are looking for volunteers! Interested? Sign up here!
Blanket and Towel Drive Sponsored by Sisterhood and Brotherhood
Join us by donating clean, new or like-new blankets and towels with no rips or stains. Drop off items at the Welcome Home bins located at the Ashford and Ward Street Entrances anytime between September 2nd – 21st. Don’t have items to donate? Shop for Welcome Home online!

Brotherhood Meeting Night
2025-09-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Solomon Youth Lounge, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Celebrate the start of summer with us at our Brotherhood Meeting Night!
Enjoy a deli dinner as we:

Learn about upcoming Brotherhood events and initiatives and discover meaningful ways to get involved.
Share your feedback and help shape the future of Brotherhood programming.

Your voice matters — come connect, contribute, and celebrate together!
7:30 pm – Meeting After the Meeting
Stick around for a casual evening of fun and connection. Play ping pong, foosball, shoot baskets or just socialize.
Feel free to join us for either part of the evening — or both!
Food, drinks, and snacks will be served all evening.
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Conversation with Avraham Infeld
2025-09-08 20:00 - 21:30 | Gann Chapel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
As one of the most compelling and visionary Jewish educators of our time, Avraham Infeld has spent decades helping Jews of all backgrounds grapple with questions of belonging, peoplehood, and purpose. His unique ability to weave history, humor, and heart makes him especially resonant in this moment of pain and resilience.
Avraham Infeld is former President of Hillel International, Director of Planning for Taglit Birthright Israel, Director of the Hartman Institute, and Founder of Melitz. His classic talk, “The Five-Legged Table” explains the intersection of Jewish Identity via memory, family, covenant, Israel, and Hebrew.
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This program is presented in partnership with IAC New England

L’Chaim
2025-09-09 11:45 - 14:00 | Hybrid (In Person and Virtual Options), 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
All are welcome to join us on Tuesdays in Reisman Hall! Stay for exercise following our L’CHAIM programs at 2:10pm
You must RSVP for each program to Tracy Schneider at tracys120@yahoo.com

Apr 28 – Concert with Ruth Rappaport and Jonah Sidman
12:15pm luncheon generously sponsored by The Residence, at Boylston Place, Chestnut Hill, an LCB senior living community and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew
1pm program
Guitarist and pianist Ruth Rappaport and fiddler Jonah Sidman will perform an exciting show influenced by klezmer, Yiddish, Irish fiddle, and American musical traditions.
May 19 – A Tribute to Soprano Beverly Sills
12:15pm lunch generously sponsored by a donation from a Temple Emanuel couple and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew.
Program at 1pm
For more than three decades, coloratura-soprano Beverly Sills captured America’s heart with her silvery voice, glorious artistry, irrepressible personality and self-deprecating humor. She demystified opera – and fine arts in general. Her life embodied an archetypal American story of humble origins, years of struggle, family tragedy and artistic triumph!
Speaker Erika Reitshamer returns to Temple Emanuel. She brings opera to life with the insight, enthusiasm, and storytelling flair of someone who has devoted her entire life to the art form. Born and educated in Germany, she has become one of the Boston area’s most engaging voices on opera, captivating audiences for decades with her deep knowledge of the repertoire and the legendary singers who shaped it.
A driving force behind the founding of the Boston Lyric Opera more than 45 years ago, Ms. Reitshamer has led opera tours across Europe, served for many years as Vice President of the Boston Wagner Society, and built a reputation as an inspiring educator. Her most recent program for Temple Emanuel was “The Great Tenors Sing Out” on October 15, 2025.
May 26 – Cantor Elias Rosemberg and Pianist Jeremiah Klarman in concert
12:15pm lunch generously sponsored by a donation from The Residence at Boylston Place, an LCB senior living community in Chestnut Hill, and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew. Program at 1pm. Stay for exercise following our L’CHAIM programs at 2:10pm.
Cantor Elias Rosemberg will perform along with Pianist Jeremiah Klarman in a wonderful concert of Cantorial, Yiddish, Israeli and Ladino music as well as Broadway Favorites, and Opera! Not to be missed!
Friday, June 5 – Join L’CHAIM for a Shabbat dinner together as a community of Active Older Adults!
4:30pm concert followed by dinner at 5:15pm in Reisman Hall
Special performance by Kol Emanuel led by Eugenia Gerstein with special guest performance by Cantor Elias Rosemberg.
You MUST RSVP to Tracys120@yahoo.com. 70 spots available.
Dinner sponsored by Wingate Senior Living and West River Care and suppoted by Gourmet Catering By Andrew.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES are $18 per person. Please consider making a small donation of appreciation to the L’CHAIM Group. Please mail checks of any donation to Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA 02459, ATTN: FINANCE. Please make checks payable to TEMPLE EMANUEL. In memo line please write L’CHAIM GROUP.

Total Body Workout
2025-09-09 14:10 - 15:10 | Reisman Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
A class for all levels. 20 minutes basic fun cardio dance, 20 minutes body sculpting/conditioning & 20 minutes stretch and balance.
NEW WINTER WORKOUT! Tuesdays 1pm:
Jan 6, 13, 27; Feb 3, 5, 10, 17
Spring 2026 dates: March 3, 10, 17, 31; April 7, 21, 28; May 19, 26; June 2, 9
led by Carole Rodenstein on March 3, 10
led by Kim Bartlett on March 17, 31, April 7, 28
Led by Jill Meyer on April 21, May 19, 26, June 9
No RSVP needed. All are welcome.
These Total Body Workout exercise classes will follow L’CHAIM programs.
We are grateful to Village Bank and the Temple Emanuel Senior Fund for supporting Total Body Workout and Adapted Seated Exercises this season.

Commission on Combating Antisemitism
2025-09-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Virtual
Join a state-wide gathering to hear about the important work of the Massachusetts Special Commission on Combating Antisemitism.
The program is free and everyone is welcome.
Featuring: Senator Cynthia Creem, State Representative Simon Cataldo (Commission Co-Chair), State Senator John Velis (Commission Co-Chair), and moderated by NBC10 News Anchor Jeff Saperstone.
Zoom link will be sent upon registration.
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For more information, please contact Sharon Wyner at (978) 565-4450 or email swyner@lappinfoundation.org.
Program Co-Sponsors
ADL New England
AJC New England
Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)
Hadassah Northeast
Holocaust Legacy Foundation
Israeli American Council (IAC) New England
Jewish Community Center of the North Shore
Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Boston
Jewish Family Service of Metrowest
Jewish Federation of Central Massachusetts
Jewish Federation of the Berkshires
Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts
Massachusetts Antisemitism Synagogue Task Force
New England Friends of March of the Living
North Suburban Jewish Community Center

Drop-In Play
2025-09-10 15:30 - 17:30, 2025-09-17 15:30 - 17:30 | Housman Activity Center, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join us for Drop-In Play to help your little one burn off excess energy in our Housman Activity Center!
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This program is generously sponsored by the Cindy and Dan Levinson Fund for Parenting Education

Caregiver Support Group
2025-09-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
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.
Disclaimer: We ask that all dialogue and information shared during the group discussion remain confidential to the participants.
Class Dates: Sept 10, Oct 22, Nov 5, Dec 3, Jan 7, Feb 4, March 4, April 15, May 20, June 10
We 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.
Emily 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.
Caregiver Support Group is proudly co-presented by Temple Emanuel Senior Fund and the Deanna and Sidney Wolk Center for Memory Health at Hebrew SeniorLife.

Seated Zumba Gold
2025-09-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
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 for supporting Zumba Gold this season. No RSVP needed – No Charge – All are welcome. Questions? Please contact Tracy Schneider.

Reimagining Retirement: Decoding the New Medicare Landscape
2025-09-11 18:00 - 19:15 | Gann Chapel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
What you need to know now with Don Freedman, Esq.
Open enrollment for Medicare begins Oct 15. And whether you’re turning 65 or have had Medicare for years, here’s your chance to learn what’s new for 2026, the decisions you’ll need to make, and how to navigate this shifting senior health insurance landscape. Don Freedman will share his expertise and answer your questions on subjects ranging from why this period is so critical, program options, avoiding late penalties, and the hype around Medicare Advantage plans.
All are welcome!
Reserve your spot for this free program by contacting Lisa Litant
About Reimagining Retirement
This TE members-only group considers the retirement mindset … common issues, and ways to turn this time into opportunities and second chances to build your best future. Monthly speakers help us navigate the practical, mental, and spiritual sides of retirement—along with how to achieve what you want in this new part of your life.

Adult Child Support Group
2025-09-11 18:30 | Virtual
Thursday evenings | 6:30 – 7:30 pm on Zoom
Are you caring for an aging parent? Are you looking for local resources and support?
Join 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.
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For the best experience, participants are encouraged to attend regularly. There is no cost to attend- but registration is required. Questions? Please contact Tracy Schneider.
This series is sponsored by Adelaide and co-presented by TE senior fund.

Introduction to Yiddish: Words, Music, and Humor with TE Member, Arnie Glick
2025-09-11 18:30 - 19:30 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Arnie Glick, a Yiddish enthusiast and singer, and the creator of the Yiddish-themed cartoons called “Shmoozin,” will be leading a two-session program about Yiddish words, expressions, humor, and music.
Session Information
First Session: Thursday, September 11 @ 6:30 pm
Yiddish in the Sukkah: Thursday, October 9 @ 2:00 pm
This will be followed, on November 18th by an afternoon concert of Yiddish music, sponsored by L’CHAIM at Temple Emanuel, that Arnie will be giving along with pianist David Sparr and klezmer clarinetist Glenn Dickson.
Come to some or all! Everyone is invited! No prior Yiddish knowledge is required.
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A Taste of Shabbat Alive
2025-09-12 17:45 - 18:15 | Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
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 appreciated.
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Generously supported by the Dr. Trudy Karger Family Education Fund

Talmud Class with Our Clergy
2025-09-13 08:30 - 09:20, 2025-09-20 08:30 - 09:20 | Hybrid (In Person and Virtual Options), 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
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.
Join us on livestream in the Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary

Ruach Shabbat Services: Grades K-6
2025-09-13 10:45 - 12:00, 2025-09-20 10:45 - 12:00 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
For Grades K-6. Join Jon Tatelman on Shabbat morning in Room 22 at Temple Emanuel for a fun children’s service!

Rocking Tot Shabbat with Wayne Potash
2025-09-13 11:00 - 11:45 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join us for a special Rock n’ Roll Tot Shabbat with rockstar Wayne Potash! In this fabulous service, we have prayerful songs and games perfect for children from birth to age 5 and their parents. Join us for the service and then stay for a delicious lunch with friends!

Selichot Service
2025-09-13 20:00 - 21:00 | Reisman Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join us for our beautiful Selichot services Saturday night, September 13, from 8:00 to 9:00, preceded by a lovely collation generously sponsored by our Sisterhood.Selichot is about getting ready for our High Holiday season by hearing the beautiful songs, reciting the familiar prayers, feeling the sacred and serious mood—and sharing it all with our beloved community.In addition, we are going to have a conversation around this question: When is a light touch the right response to a heavy world? We all know about the Coldplay moment this summer. That brief moment, caught on camera, destroyed careers, reputations, marriages, families. Literally the opposite of light, humorous, or funny.Yet when Astronomer responded to this deeply painful moment, it did so with a brief appearance by Gwyneth Paltrow, who herself had been married to Coldplay’s lead singer, Chris Martin, with whom she had two children. Her words were light, funny, dry, wry—and were very well received. The overwhelming reaction was that Gwyneth Paltrow’s piece landed and effectively enabled the company to move on.We will watch the clip of the Coldplay moment and Gwyneth Paltrow’s words and ask: why did it land so well, did you have any reservations about it, and what can it teach us about how to engage our world today? When things are heavy, when and how do we go light?
Join us in Reisman Hall or via livestream here.
View the songsheet here.
View our service booklet here.
View the Coldplay moment & Gwenyth Platrow’s words here.

B'nei Mitzvah Orientation
2025-09-14 10:00 - 11:15 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
For Parents of 2026-27 B’nei Mitzvah Students
At this meeting, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and to meet the synagogue staff involved with the B’nei Mitzvah program. However, because of time constraints we will mostly be discussing Temple Emanuel policies and processes.
Given the administrative nature of this meeting, it is for PARENTS ONLY.
Location: Gann Chapel
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Teen Puttshack Field Trip
2025-09-14 12:30 - 16:15 | Natick Mall, 1235 Worcester St, Natick, 01760, United States
Come and join your fellow TE teens for an afternoon of mini golf, socializing, drinks, and desserts at Puttshack in Natick. This is a state-of-the-art mini golf facility that has lights and automatic scoring and is loads of fun! Prizes will be given to the teens with the best golf scores of the day or for a hole in one. Don’t miss the fun and invite your friends.
Cost: $45 per teen (includes bus, mini golf and drinks/desserts)
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If finances are an issue for this event, please contact Wayne.
Other questions? Reach out to Wayne or Jon.

Yisod Apples & Honey Shabbat Dinner
2025-09-19 18:30 - 21:30 | Brezniak Terrace, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Yisod Shabbat dinners are back! Join us as we welcome in the High Holiday season and enjoy a delicious Shabbat dinner outside on the patio. Shabbat Alive services will begin at 6:30pm with dinner starting immediately after. Save your spot now!
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Tot Shabbat with Rebecca and David
2025-09-20 11:00 - 11:45 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
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!

Final Sounding of the Shofar at Morning Minyan
2025-09-21 08:00 - 09:00 | Gann Chapel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
With the exception of the morning prior to Rosh Hashanah, each weekday morning in Elul the Shofar is sounded to announce the coming of the New Year. This year, the final blasts of Shofar in 5785 will be Sunday morning, September 21st. I like to call this “The Big Blow Out!” Any and everyone, with a Shofar or not, is encouraged to sound the Shofar or to hear it’s call!
Please join us in the Gann Chapel for morning Minyan at 8:00am. At the conclusion of the service, we will adjourn to the Leventhal-Sidman Community Court to be enveloped by the vibrations of many Shofarot. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Rosh HaShanah Day I Early Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary Service
2025-09-23 08:00 - 11:00 | Hybrid (In Person and Virtual Options), 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States

Rosh HaShanah I Reisman Traditional Lay-Led Service
2025-09-23 08:30 - 13:00 | Hybrid (In Person and Virtual Options), 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join us in Reisman Hall or Livestream!

Rosh HaShanah Day I Late Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary Service
2025-09-23 11:30 - 14:00 | Live Stream Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary
Join us in-person in the Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary or Livestream!

Rosh HaShanah Day I Adelson Community Hall Service
2025-09-23 11:30 - 14:00 | Hybrid (In Person and Virtual Options), 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join us in Adelson Community Hall or Virtually.
