Event Series Modern Spoken Hebrew V

Modern Spoken Hebrew V

Virtual

We continue our journey with great joy and pride. This is another torch holder cohort in our program, and we continue the journey! We are having fun speaking, writing, reading, singing, and watching everything in Hebrew. Struggle is part of the language acquisition game, and we take the challenges of the intermediate level forward. Thank […]

Event Series Drop-In Play

Drop-In Play

Housman Activity Center 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 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

Event Series Modern Spoken Hebrew II

Modern Spoken Hebrew II

Hybrid (In Person and Virtual Options) 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Hebrew for parents and all other adults This is a continuing course. It is designed for learning from scratch Spoken Modern Hebrew. Our children attend Hebrew school, and this is an opportunity for all interested parents to enjoy the Hebrew learning, have an opportunity to share experiences within your family and enjoy the journey of […]

Yom HaShoah Annual Commemoration

Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Please join us for our annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration. In addition to our yearly rituals, we are privileged to welcome Sabine von Mering for a special talk titled "Pastors, Spies, Assassins: Is this a "Bonhoeffer Moment"?. In this talk, Professor von Mering will tell the story of her grandfather, who in 1934 became a member […]

Event Series Talmud Class with Our Clergy

Talmud Class with Our Clergy

Hybrid (In Person and Virtual Options) 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 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 […]

Event Series Tot Shabbat

Rocking Tot Shabbat with Wayne Potash

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 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!  

Event Series Pirke Avot Study

Pirke Avot Study

Slater Conference Room 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Since the 10th century, CE Jews have studied the 6 chapters of Mishna Pirke Avot (Ethics of the Fathers) between Pesach and Shavout on Shabbat afternoons. We at Temple Emanuel search the wisdom together with lively discussion for, as Ben Zoma taught: “Who is wise? Those who learn from everyone”. (4:1) Facilitator Schedule: 4/26 - […]

Event Series Library Adventure!

Library Adventure!

Rabbi Marshall R. Lifson Library 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Join us for an exciting storytime experience with our amazing librarian, Deb Abner, designed for little ones ages 0-5. We will read epic stories, do activities and crafts together, and of course have a delicious snack.  After the program, kids will have the opportunity to check out books to read at home! Register Here→ This […]

Women’s Clothing & Goods Swap

Benjamin Vestry 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Ladies - looking to mix up your wardrobe but also trying to not spend any money? In the spirit of spring cleaning, let's go through our closets and swap items! Bring in 2-3 items (clothing, purses, shoes, accessories, even small home goods) that you don't want anymore to Temple Emanual on Sunday April 27th from […]

Event Series Chamber Music Concerts

Chamber Music Concerts

Rabbi Samuel Chiel Sanctuary 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Featuring winners of the 2025 Metropolitan Opera Laffont New England Regional Competition! Performances By: Josie Larsen, Soprano Ricky Lee Owens, Jr., Countertenor Joel Clemens, Baritone Douglas Sumi, Piano Join us in-person or on livestream! About the Performers Baritone, Joel Clemens, is from Ashburn, Virginia.  He is a 2020 BM graduate of James Madison University and as the […]

Temple Emanuel Teen Brotherhood

Solomon Youth Lounge 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Temple Emanuel Teen Brotherhood is a three-part event series for high school-aged young men to build community and learn about masculinity. In each session we will learn what the Jewish tradition has to say about masculinity and other topics important for high school-aged young men, and there will be an opportunity to be active through […]