Due to the holiday of Sukkot, this issue of What's Nu lists events through Saturday, October 21 which includes information for the holiday and the following week after.
* Regular Friday distribution resumes on October 20.
Master teacher, Myril Adler, engages students in the study of Hebrew through the Siddur with the aim of becoming more familiar with synagogue and home liturgy. The class explores a variety of topics including holidays, Jewish History and Torah. Beginning readers especially welcome.
Heavenly Torah - Adult Education with Dr. Davin Wolok
Tuesday, October 17 at 7:30 pm
The literary artistry of the Torah makes it like a poem or piece of glorious music, awakening feelings & insights beyond the hyper-intellectual - the Torah as art. Join Dr. Davin Wolok, every other Tuesday after the evening minyan at his Adult Education class to participate in our lively exploration and dialogue. To read more click here.
Women's Rosh Chodesh Study Group
Wednesday, October 18 at 7:30 pm
Join us for the 6th year of our monthly Women's Rosh Chodesh Study Group.The theme for 2017-2018 is "Lessons from Twentieth Century Jewish Women." In our first session, we will welcome the new month of Cheshvan.
The topic will be:
Impact of the Depression of the 1930's and World War II on Jewish Women and Jewish Women's Organizations and will be led by Harriet Kantrowitz and Rena Mirkin.
It should both be a fascinating and stimulating program.
The group is open to all women and meets monthly. It is lay-led and advised by Cantor Michael McCloskey. Study and discussion hour begins at 7:30 pm following our 7:00 pm minyan. Come join us for some study, a little nosh and lots of camaraderie.
The next meeting will be held on November 15.
Bagels & A Bisl Torah
Thursday, October 19 at 8:00 am
Join us on Thursday mornings, as we begin the day with
a bite to eat and a "little" Torah study led by Cantor Michael McCloskey and Dr. Davin Wolok. All are welcome!
Shabbat Unplug
Saturday, October 21 at 9:30 am
Unplug yourself from the frenetic pace of the world. Join Cantor Michael McCloskey, song leader David Wesson, Rabbi Alan Turetz and friends for a soothing Shabbat and Rosh Chodesh experience, featuring our House Band,"The Levites" with piano, guitar, violin and light percussion.
Join us for this special "Shabbat M'chadeshet" honoring our vibrant Women's Rosh Chodesh Study Group and welcoming one of our youngest Temple Emeth members, Ramona Jude McCloskey-Feller, daughter of Cantor Michael McCloskey and Dr. Ray Feller, into the covenant of our mothers and fathers.
A delicious Kiddush luncheon prepared by Catering by Liora will follow. Reservations are necessary by October 18 for lunch. To make your reservations click here.
Donations to help defray costs are greatly appreciated - donate here.
Enjoy Shabbat with award-winning storyteller Cindy Rivka Marshall. Cindy will introduce midrashic storytelling to our community during the Shabbat morning service. After the enhanced Kiddush, Cindy will present "A Taste of Shabbat"- a performance of Jewish tales.
The Kallah is presented in memory of Frances and Nathan Silverstein and Robert, Anita, Milton and Mervin Gray. Please RSVP online by October 23. Donations are appreciated. Donate here.
Save the Date
CJUI Genesis Awards Program
Sunday, October 29, from 3:00 - 5:00 pm Boston Marriott Newton
This year Keynote Speaker, Brigitte Gabriel will be honored as the CJUI 2017 Genesis Award recipient. She is one of the leading terrorism experts in the world providing information and analysis on the rise of global Islamic terrorism. Her expertise is sought after by world and business leaders. She has addressed the United Nations, members of the British Parliament/House of Commons, members of the United States Congress, and more.
She is author of They Must Be Stopped: Why We Must Defeat Radical Islam and How We Can Do It.
Sunday, October 29 at Temple Emunah, Lexington at 4:00 pm
Brotherhood member and Temple Emeth president, Scott Gladstone
will be Brotherhood's honoree at the FJMC Keeper of the Flame ceremony at Temple Emunah Lexington. Read more here.
The evening will begin with Wine and Hors D'oeuvres at 4:00 pm. The Awards Ceremony will begin at 5:00 pm, followed by a Dessert Reception.
Cost: $36 per adult, $20 per child. Vegetarian options available.
Event seating is limited - Please reply early! For more information and registration
click here.
Ongoing Programs
Kachol-Lavan (Blue and White) - Israeli Dance Troupe
Sundays, October 15, 22 & 29 from 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Does your child love to dance? Join the Israeli dance troupe for boys and girls, ages 8-12.
"Blue and White" is a professional and fun Israeli dance troupe taught by Pazit Lahav. The troupe will perform at local community festivals including the annual Israeli Dance Festival.
Gifts to Temple Emeth supplement traditional membership dues and fees and help us to provide a wide range of educational, cultural and religious programs. You can help! Please consider sponsoring a kiddush, beautifying the Sanctuary with bimah flowers, or purchasing a simcha leaf or memorial plaque, among other giving opportunities.
More details are on our
website. To make a contribution,
click here. Thank you!
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