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Emunah Happenings
Thursday, January 12, 2017 / 14 Tevet 5777
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Thursdays in January, 8:00 PM
Are you preparing for a visit with your Israeli grandchildren, a course of study at Hartmann, or your 1st or 10th visit to Israel? This mini-course is designed to give non-speakers a chance to learn key words and phrases. Contact
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Thursday, January 12, 7:30 PM
(we will start with a Meditative Ma'ariv)
Are you interested in Jewish Meditation? Do you want to explore the world of Kabbalah and Hasidic thought? Join
Barbara Neustadt and Rabbi Lerner for a Jewish Spirituality Group! Combining study of Jewish texts with meditation, we will discover mystical Jewish practices.
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Saturday, January 14, 9:30 AM
Join us as we welcome speakers from the organization LexRAP—the Lexington Refugee Assistance Program. The focus of LexRAP is to make Lexington a welcoming place for refugees and asylum seekers, and to help them with a variety of services and programs.
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Saturday, January 14, 6:30-8:00 PM
K'sharim & Temple Emunah invite all adults and teens with disabilities, their families and friends, to enjoy a Havdalah Service with singing, dinner & entertainment! Contact
Terri Swartz Russell.
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Sundays in January, 9:00 AM
Rabbi Lerner will once again be teaching this class about the mechanics of Jewish rituals surrounding death. The course is not about loss and grief, but will answer the questions regarding what to do, and why we do what we do. Questions? Contact
Kathy Macdonald
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Monday, January 16, 10:30 AM
The Billy Dalwin Pre-School presents Karen K and the Jitterbugs, an MLK Day Concert for all! Don’t miss this engaging, high-energy, theatrical show! Tickets
on-sale NOW for a discounted price!
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Tuesday, January 17, 7:30 PM
ShinShin stands for
Shnat Sheirut - Year of Service. ShinShin Fellows are 18-year-old Israeli emissaries sent by the Israeli government and JAFI to communities abroad with the goal of educating people of all ages about Israel and Israeli culture. For questions, contact
Yael Dvir.
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Sunday, January 22, 9:00 AM
Join Rabbi Lerner on Sunday morning for a special Spiritual Sha
harit Service. The service will include learning & meditation elements. Start your week with communal blessings of gratitude, meaningful recitation of psalms, and meditative Barekhu, Sh’ma, and Amida experiences.
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Sunday, January 22, 6:15 PM
Join the Temple Emunah Sisterhood for another installment of Dinner and a Movie Night! They will be showing the movie Shalom Ireland and serving a traditional Irish meal. Space is filling up fast! To RSVP, contact
Joelle Gunther.
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Wednesday, January 25, 8:00 PM
The Israel Committee presents the film
Beneath the Helmet: From High School to the Home Front, a coming-of-age story which follows the journey of 5 Israeli high school graduates who are drafted into the army.
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Theme Night at Minyan,
January 26, 7:30 PM
Everyone is invited on Thursday, January 26 to come to this Play/Movie Writing Theme Night at Minyan! The discussion will be about what people are writing, what they would like to write about, and what their plans are for their work.
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Sunday, January 29, 2017, 4:30 PM
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Cooking and eating have always been a way for people of different cultures to connect. Join us as we explore tastes and stories from traditional Sephardic cuisine. Rachel Raz, director of the Early Childhood Institute at Hebrew College and long-time Temple Emunah member, loves to explore different tastes from around the world.
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On-Going Programs at Temple Emunah
Intermediate Mah Jongg, Mondays, 12:45-4:00 PM (weekly)
Israeli Folk Dance, Mondays, 8:00 PM (weekly)
Open Mahjongg, Thursdays, 3:00-5:00 PM (weekly)
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Meet and Greet Coffees with Day School Representatives:
This month the Billy Dalwin Pre-School is organizing 3 Meet & Greet coffees with Hebrew Day School representatives. This Friday, January 13, at 9:00 AM, Adrien Khelemsky & Rabbi Jill Perlman will be hosting a Meet & Greet for the Rashi School. On Friday, January 20 representatives from the Solomon Shechter school in Newton will be here, and on Friday, January 27 representatives from JCDS (Jewish Community Day School) will be here. For questions, contact Shelley Rossman. Walk-ins welcome!
Lexington MLK Day of Service:
This year, the Town of Lexington commemorates Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with its 4th annual family-friendly day of volunteer activities supporting the under-served. Come lend a hand, it's fun and meaningful. This program is supported by
LICA, the Lexington Interfaith Clergy Association
, of which Temple Emunah is a member.
Before the Flood, Film and Discussion: Lexington Global Warming Action Committee and Mothers Out Front are sponsoring a film and discussion on Wed. January 18, 6:00 to 9:00 at Cary Library. Paul Neustadt, a member of our Temple Emunah Climate Action Committee, will be
co-facilitating the discussion after the film.
The discussion will take place in small groups so that everyone has a chance to share their reactions to the film and its implications for what needs to happen.
Community Hevra Kadisha of Greater Boston:
(CHK) is pleased to be offering another orientation to prepare people to be
Taharot team members
. We invite you to join us on
Sunday afternoon, January 29, 2017, 3:00-5:30 PM
at the Brezniak-Rodman Funeral Chapel, 1251 Washington Street, West Newton. Contact
Barbara Neustadt
if you have any questions and are interested in attending. Temple Emunah is a sponsor of this program.
NEW REP Theater Shows: Join Minyan Katan and other Temple Emunah friends at upcoming shows at the New Rep theater in Watertown. All Temple Emunah members get a 20% discount! In it's 4th decade, the New Repertory Theater has established itself as one of the Boston's premiere theater companies. Upcoming shows not to be missed: Brecht on Brecht, February 12, 2:00 PM, Golda's Balcony, March 26, 4:00 PM, and The Gift Horse, April 23, 4:00 PM. There is FREE parking! Call Jan Nargi to order tickets at the discounted rate: 617-923-7060 x 8206.
Sisterhood Passover Fair Trade Chocolate is coming soon!
Our popular Passover fundraiser is back again for your enjoyment.
We are selling 4 different delicious organic bars, Dark Chocolate with Almond (55% Cacao), Dark Chocolate Orange (65% Cacao), Mint Chocolate (67% Cacao) and Very Dark Chocolate (71% Cacao). The chocolate bars are $4 each.
We are also selling 10 ounce bags of organic semi-sweet chocolate chips (55% Cacao). The chips are produced in a facility that does not process peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, wheat and soy. The cost is $5 per bag.
Look for our table during the Purim Carnival on Sunday March 12th. Contact Cindy Bobrow for more!
Community Leadership Program in Israel:
The Shalom Hartman Institute
is now accepting applications for June 2017!
For
the
past
sixteen
years
the
Shalom Hartman
Institute
has
been
hosting
lay
leaders
from
around
the world
to
study
texts
with world-renowned
scholars,
learn
about
current
Israeli
policies
and
politics,
and explore
Israel. Each
year,
the
Shalom
Hartman
Institute
hosts
over
150
lay
leaders
to study
a
specific
topic.
#HartmanSummer 2017
will
address
some
of
the
most
significant
challenges
and questions
facing modern
Israel,
reimagining
the
claims
of
our
past,
and
imagining
the possibilities
for
our
future,
through lectures,
seminars,
day
trips,
and
special
programs.
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Community News - Around the Town
Mother's Out Front Meeting TONIGHT
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During these difficult times much of the progress we will make on environmental issues will occur on the local level. Learn about our campaign to reduce our carbon footprint and improve the health of our children and our planet.
This special evening will begin with a brief film, followed by a guided discussion. We will then offer practical ideas for making a difference for the environment in MA, in Lexington, and in your home.
Thursday, January 12, 7:00-9:00 PM, Lexington Community Center, 39 Marrett Road.
JCDS Information Sessions: JCDS, Boston's Jewish Community Day School, cultivates curious, passionate learners with the capacity and confidence to change the world. At our Sessions, you will meet with current JCDS parents and 8th grade students, tour JCDS classrooms, and engage in Q/A with our Educational Leadership Team. Session is Wednesday, January 18, 9:00-11:00 AM. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Gavi Elkind, Associate Director of Admissions, at 617-972-1733.
JCDS Parlor Meeting: Please join us on Thursday, January 19 at 8:00 PM for a parlor meeting with JCDS Head of School Dr. Susie Tanchel at the home of a current JCDS family in Arlington, MA. We will explore how JCDS partners with families to raise creative and joyful Jewish learners who will have the skills to solve problems and navigate an increasingly diverse world. Please RSVP by January 13 to Josh Langer.
Solomon Shechter Group Visits:
Group Visit Day for Students Entering Grades 2-8 on Wednesday, January 18, 2017
. Students entering grades 2-8 in Fall 2017 are invited to experience life at Schechter. Prospective students shadow a Schechter buddy, get a taste of classroom learning and meet new friends. See firsthand how Schechter's rigorous academic program ignites a spark in Judaism and love for Israel, nurtures self-discovery through an innovative curriculum and fosters a collaborative and joyful culture and community. Parent reception and light breakfast at drop-off. Pre-registration required. For more information, please contact
Stephanie Maroun
617.630.4625.
Group Visit for Students Entering Grade 1 on
Wednesday, January 25, 2017, 8:30-9:30 AM.
Students entering grade 1 in Fall 2017 and their families are invited to a special morning led by Schechter's 1st-grade teaching team, designed to help us get to know your child. Prospective students participate in hands-on learning centers, activities and playtime.
Jewish Singles Mingle—Pre-Super Bowl Cocktail Party; Join singles ages 45–65 on Thursday, February 2, 6:30-9:00 PM for a fun evening of drinks, snacks, and socializing at a Newton restaurant (location will be sent prior to event). Cost: $18, which includes a $10 drink voucher. Questions? Contact Marilyn Goldman at (781) 789-7345. Space is limited and advance registration is required (no walk-ins). Register today HERE!
SCHECHTER PALS (Preschoolers and Little Siblings) is a free, family-friendly series of programs of the Solomon Schechter Day School. At every PALS event, preschoolers enjoy entertainment and projects that are designed to be engaging, educational and interactive. Hands-on activities that teach Jewish values are woven into every PALS. Please join us for the fun! All PALS programs are held at 60 Stein Circle, Newton. For more information, contact Stephanie Maroun. Next event: Feb 8, 2017.
JCDS Matters of Taste:
Matters of Taste is our annual signature fundraising celebration. Sunday, March 19 at 5:00 PM is our 18th year of intimate and engaging conversations with
noted members of the greater Boston community.
Meet old and new friends for cocktails and dinner while enjoying our gallery of student art and shopping our silent
auction. Be captivated by a dynamic conversation with your choice of special guest, and end the evening on a sweet note with a
dessert reception. Register HERE.
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Service Times & Programs this weekend:
Friday, January 13, 2017
4:10 PM Shabbat candle lighting
5:30 PM Kabbalat Shabbat
Saturday, January 14, 2017
9:30 AM Shabbat Service
4:15 PM Minhah/Text Study/Ma'ariv/Havdalah
5:19 PM Shabbat Ends
Sunday, January 15, 2017
9:00 AM Shaharit
NO Religious School
10:00 AM Brotherhood Board Meeting
7:30 PM Ma'ariv
The Main Office will be closed Sunday and Monday for
observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Shabbat Shalom,
Jodie Parmer
Program Director and Family Educator @ Temple Emunah
phone:
781-861-0300
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