May 16, 2017/5777
Temple Israel Religious School at the 2017 Mother's Day Walk for Peace
Calendar On the Calendar
24 Iyyar, 5777
Torah portion:
Leviticus  25:1-26:2 / 26:3-27:34

Haftarah portion:
Jeremiah 16:19-17:14
 Friday, May 19
6:00 p.m. Qabbalat Shabbat
Emma Rose Davidson will chant Qiddush

(Watch Live Stream)
 Saturday, May 20
9:00 a.m. Early Morning Shabbat Service and Torah Study
10:00 a.m. Thank Goodness It's Shabbat!
10:15 a.m. Shabbat Service
Bat Mitzvah of Emma Rose Davidson
Are you or is someone you know celebrating a wedding? An engagement? A new baby? Do you know someone who is ill or in need of a friendly, supportive call? Please let our clergy know by emailing Melissa Carp, Executive Coordinator for Rabbi Zecher, who is more than happy to help you.
Annual Gathering of the Congregation
Thursday, June 8, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.
Temple Israel's  Annual  Gathering of the Congregation is a time to celebrate how we are  Living Judaism Together. On  June 8, we will:
  • Look back at what has been an incredible year for our congregation
  • Honor our accomplishments
  • Recognize our N'divei Lev Honorees, members who have made a special impact on Temple Israel life
  • Look forward to our next year as a community
  • Install our new officers, Board of Trustees members, and Leadership Council members.
An Invitation to Remember
Sunday, May 21 at 2:00 p.m. at the Wakefield Cemetery
Each year Temple Israel honors its communal and personal history with a Service of Remembrance at the beautiful and historic Temple Israel Cemetery, which includes a brief walking tour during which we can honor, remember, and learn about those who are part of our congregation's history.
GBIO Action: Help Us Welcome 1000 People to Temple Israel
Thursday, May 18, 7:00 p.m. at  Temple Israel
The Greater Boston Interfaith Organization (GBIO) is hosting a large action right here at Temple Israel. Over 800 members from across GBIO's 40 plus congregations will be coming together to demonstrate and build our power. We'll be working and engaging on our core issues: criminal justice reform, health care, affordable housing, and our new "Out of Many, One" campaign - standing together with our immigrant, Muslim and all of our neighbors in this post-election reality. Please RSVP to Tali.  To volunteer as a greeter, contact Dru .
TIkkun Central is the umbrella for all justice and compassion activities at Temple Israel. Email Tali to be added to our weekly TIkkun Central e-newsletter, JustNews.
Fueling Extremism in a Wired World
Wednesday, May 17 at 7:00 p.m. at the Boston Public Library, Rabb Hall
Nazis used radio; today's extremists use social media. Then as now, new technology provides extremists with the unchecked ability to spread hate and prey upon disenfranchised audiences to realize their deadly agenda. The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum invites you for a talk about how societies can counter these hateful messages and keep the world safe. This event is free and open to the public, but reservations are requested. Temple Israel is a co-sponsor.
TI Goes to "Sleeping Beauty"
Saturday, May 20 at 6:45 p.m.
Join Temple Israel as we go to the Boston Ballet. Beverages and bites followed by Tchaikovsky's "The Sleeping Beauty" choreographed by Marius Petipa and Frederick Ashton. One of the dancers in this iconic production, Isaac Akiba, grew up in our congregation. In addition to a ticket, the $75 fee includes heavy appetizers, beverages, and a backstage tour with TI member Marie Schwartz. Limited to 40, open to the entire congregation. RSVP to Julie.
CAJL
Center for Adult Jewish Learning at Temple Israel
Planning a Jewish Wedding
Monday, May 22, 2017, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Temple Israel of Boston
Recently engaged? In the process of planning your wedding? Explore the symbols of the Jewish wedding ceremony, ways to honor family traditions, and how to personalize your ceremony (Looking for a rabbi to help you? Let our TI clergy know!). Taught by Rabbi Julie Zupan of Reform Jewish Outreach Boston in partnership with the Center for Adult Jewish Learning at Temple Israel. Register here or call 617-928-0012. $10 per couple
A Taste of Judaism: Are You Curious?
Tuesday, June 6 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. taught by Rabbi Julie Zupan, Director of Outreach at URJ
This engaging class on Jewish spirituality, ethics, and community is designed for the curious beginner. All faith backgrounds welcome. Register.  This program is offered by the Union for Reform  Judaism 's Reform  Jewish  Outreach Boston with generous funding from Combined  Jewish  Philanthropies. Course Fee: Free
For more information on the Center for Adult Jewish Learning, please  visit our website to see our brochure and to register for classes . For more information, contact  David . 
libraryDr. Arnold L. Segel Library Center
Last Tuesday Book Group
Last Tuesday of every month, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
The Library's Book Group meets to discuss a book with a Jewish theme, or a book without an explicitly Jewish theme, but we try to bring a Jewish sensibility to it! All book lovers are welcome to come, bring a bag lunch, and join the conversation. Coffee, tea, and dessert will be available. On May 30, we will discuss EDEN by TI member, Jeanne Blasberg who will also be attending to speak about her book. For more information and to RSVP, please contact  Ann.
Living Judaism together through discovery, dynamic spirituality, and righteous impact.