K'tonton Pre-K Dropoff Program
2025-04-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | TE Preschool, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Our much loved “K’tonton” program for Pre-K students, ages 3-5 is returning twice a month! This program will meet two Sundays a month from 10:00-12:00 and is the perfect “taste of Religious School” for our littlest friends.
Discover the joy of Jewish learning with your pre-k friends!
Please note: K’tonton is now at capacity. Contact us HERE to join the waitlist!

Mishael Zion's Seder Survival Kit: How to turn your Passover table into a Night to Remember
2025-04-06 09:30 - 10:45 | Adelson Community Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
A Seder workshop from the home that brought you “A Different Night” and “A Night to Remember”, for parents, grandparents, Seder hosts and participants. We’ll delve into the educational goals the rabbis set for this special night, and see how the structure of the seder helps unlock the creativity of the night. Loads of ideas, suggestions and creative options for any Seder. Walk-ins welcome!
Join us in-person or via livestream!
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Rabbi Mishael Zion comes from a Haggadah-filled home: he is co-author of A Night to Remember: The Haggadah of Contemporary Voices (2007) and The Israeli Haggadah (2024), together with his father Noam Zion, who is the author of A Different Night: The Family Participation Haggadah (Hartman, 1997). Mishael was ordained by Yeshivat Chovevei Torah in New York, has served as co-Director and rabbi of the Bronfman Fellowships, and founded the Mandel Program for Leadership in Jewish Culture for Israeli Arts, Culture and Media leaders. He is also leader of the Klausner Minyan in Talpiot, Jerusalem, the neighborhood he was born in and in where his wife Elana, and their four daughters, live.

Baby Brunch
2025-04-06 09:00 - 10:00 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join us for a brunch in the Rabbi Marshall R. Lifson Library Foyer! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents with infants, share stories, and enjoy a delicious FREE breakfast together.
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Sponsored by TE Sisterhood and the Cindy Levinson Fund for Parenting Education

Minyan Ma’or Lunch & Learn with Passover Scholar-in-Residence-Rabbi Mishael Zion
2025-04-05 12:30 - 14:00 | Reisman Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Rabbi Mishael Zion will lead an interactive discussion on Wicked: 20th Century Lessons from the Art of the Wicked Child at Minyan Ma’or’s Lunch & Learn in Reisman Hall following Ma’or’s service, which starts at 9:30 a.m.
Wicked: 20th Century Lessons from the Art of the Wicked Child
Forget the food, family and texts – Passover night is the night of Jewish Art, with the generations of artistic renditions of the Four Children and illuminated Haggadot serving a central role in the Passover experience. Taking an in-depth look at the Art of the four children, and specifically on the wicked child in 20th century art, provides a powerful re-telling of modern Jewish stories, ideas and politics in an accessible and surprising way.
About Rabbi Mishael Zion
Rabbi Mishael Zion comes from a Haggadah-filled home: he is co-author of A Night to Remember: The Haggadah of Contemporary Voices (2007) and The Israeli Haggadah (2024), together with his father Noam Zion, who is the author of A Different Night: The Family Participation Haggadah (Hartman, 1997). Mishael was ordained by Yeshivat Chovevei Torah in New York, has served as co-Director and rabbi of the Bro nfman Fellowships, and founded the Mandel Program for Leadership in Jewish Culture for Israeli Arts, Culture and Media leaders. He is also leader of the Klausner Minyan in Talpiot, Jerusalem, the neighborhood he was born in and in where his wife Elana, and their four daughters, live.

Ruach Shabbat Services: Grades K-6
2025-04-05 10:45 - 12:00, 2025-03-29 10:45 - 12:00, 2025-03-22 10:45 - 12:00, 2025-03-15 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!

First Friday @ Shabbat Alive!: Hametz-Palooza
2025-04-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Leventhal-Sidman Community Court, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
It’s April and that means Passover is coming soon! Before it arrives, join us at First Friday for Hametz-palooza. Start with services, stay for a delightful dessert bar overflowing with favorite Hametz-filled treats. You won’t want to miss it!
View the First Friday 2024-25 Calendar HERE→

Shabbat Shira im Mishpacha
2025-04-03 17:15 - 18:30 | Adelson Community Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Students in grades 2-5 AND their families will gather on Thursday afternoon with Cantor Rosemberg and other members of the clergy to prepare for Shabbat with spirited singing! To make it even more special, families can stay for a delicious dinner!
3:45pm – Religious School begins
5:15-5:45pm – Families join kids in Adelson Community Hall for singing
5:45-6:30pm – Mishpacha dinner!
Cost: $18 per family
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Seated Zumba Gold
2025-04-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
With Ketty Rosenfeld
Thursday mornings| 9:00 – 10:00am
Session Dates: Sept 11, 25; Oct 23, 30; Nov 6, 13, 20; Dec 4; Jan 8, 22, 29; Feb 5, 12, 19; March 5, 12; 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.

Drop-In Play
2025-04-02 15:30 - 17:30, 2025-03-26 15:30 - 17:30, 2025-03-19 15:30 - 17:30, 2025-03-12 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!
Register Today!
This program is generously sponsored by the Cindy Levinson Fund for Parenting Education

Kitot Gan-Gimel (Grades K-3) Shabbat Dinner
2025-03-28 17:45 - 19:45 | Adelson Community Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Grades K-3 students and their families are invited to join us for a special Shabbat dinner, followed by Shabbat Alive musical services and a delicious oneg!
Cost: $36 per family
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Yisod March Madness Shabbat Dinner
2025-03-21 18:30 - 22:00 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join Yisod for an exciting and spirited March Madness Shabbat Dinner! Don your favorite team’s gear and join in on the basketball frenzy. The evening will tip off with a lively Shabbat service at 6:30pm followed by a delicious spread of food and refreshing beer. Feel free to come dressed to represent your favorite college basketball and show off your team colors!
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The Synagogues of Dorchester, Roxbury, and Mattapan
2025-03-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Benjamin Vestry, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join us to learn the history of the many synagogues that have existed in Dorchester, Roxbury, and Mattapan throughout the last 150 years.
Dorchester and Roxbury native Jeffrey Calish will discuss the Jewish population and migration trends that drove the boom and bust of these local congregations, and how the buildings they inhabited continue to serve their communities to this day.

You, Too, Can Cantillate: High Holy Day Edition
2025-03-17 18:00 - 19:15, 2025-03-10 18:00 - 19:15 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
There is a rich history to Torah Cantillation melody spanning the globe. One of the variations is the way in which we chant on the High Holy Days. This class is for those that already have a working knowledge of trope. To join the class, register here (link here) We look forward to finding a reading for you on Rosh HaShana or Yom Kippur in 5786!
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Kitot Gimel-Hey/Grades 3-5 Lunch
2025-03-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Solomon Youth Lounge, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
For Grades 3-5
Enjoy a delicious pizza lunch with friends in the Youth Lounge!
Cost: $15
Save the date(s) for future lunches:
October 20
November 17
December 15
January 12
February 9
March 16
April 6
May 4
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A Holocaust Survivor Remembers: Student Program with Magda Bader
2025-03-16 11:00 - 12:00 | In Person – Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
The youngest child born into a large Jewish family in Czechoslovakia, Temple Emanuel member, Magda, was only fourteen when the Nazis invaded Munkacs in 1942. Magda’s story of survival is one of strength, bravery, family and faith.
Religious School students in grades 5-7 will have the unique opportunity of meeting Magda and learning her story.
All parents, as well as students in grades 5-12, who are not part of the Religious School are also encouraged to join us for this important event. If you are not a Religious Student and wish to attend, please email Amanda.

Kitah Gimel (Grade 3)Kabbalat Siddur Ceremony
2025-03-16 10:15 - 12:00 | Gann Chapel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Please join us for the proud moment when your 3rd grade student (Kitah Gimel) will receive their very own siddur (prayer book). The students have been practicing a beautiful performance they will share with you! Event followed by a celebratory brunch.
This program is made possible by the Rosamond and Harvey Grant Fund in Memory of Michele Esta Grant-Epstein

Contemporary Shabbat
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
For over fifty years, the Contemporary service on the second day of Rosh HaShanah has been a beloved Temple Emanuel experience. Every year we hear some version of, “That was great! Can we do that more often?” This year, the answer is an enthusiastic, “Yes!”
Join us on Shabbat mornings February 15, March 15 and April 12 in the Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary as we extend the joyful energy of the Contemporary Service to Shabbat. What to expect? We’ll start at 10am with Torah service and then build to an hour of sacred song that will speak straight to your soul, followed by an inspirational sermon and uplifting concluding prayers. As always, when services conclude, you are warmly invited to stay for community connection at kiddush.
Access the Siddur Lev Shalem HERE→
Make sure to check out the Contemporary Shabbat Playlist to listen to the various melodies of this service!

A Taste of Shabbat Alive
2025-03-14 17:45 - 18:15 | Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Join us for our last young family dinner of the season! We’ll meet outdoors 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 free 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

Pi Day Community Dinner
2025-03-14 17:15 - 18:15 | Reisman Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Please come and participate in the third annual TE Celebrates Pi Day on Friday, 3/14! We will enjoy a “circular” dinner of pizza and salad along with participating in Pi Day activities that blend Spiritual and mathematical musings with pi-licious games and tasks. No math ability needed! Come for the dinner and then stay for Shabbat Alive. Let’s connect with each other over a circle of tasty fun and discoveries. It will surely be a night not to be missed!
Registration has closed. Please contact Wayne with any questions.
Sponsored by the Sisterhood Temple Emanuel Fund

Tal Becker: Israel on the World Stage
2025-03-10 20:00 - 21:15 | Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Our Hartman Learning Initiative continues in person at Temple Emanuel on Monday, March 10, 2025 when we will welcome Dr. Tal Becker, Vice President and Senior Faculty of the Kogod Research Center at Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem. Tal will share his reflections and insights in a conversation with Rabbi Wes Gardenswartz.
REGISTER HERE
Upcoming Hartman Learning Programs:
June 25 – July 2, 2025 – TE-Hartman 2025 Trip to Israel. Let us know here you’d like to learn more!
Look for recordings of all our online sessions and selected lectures of Hartman scholars at Temple Emanuel here.
Watch for updated details on this program and all Hartman learning opportunities in our weekly Friday midday Hartman @ Home email.
