Tracing History Through Judaica:
A Special Afternoon with MFA Curators

Gann Chapel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Featuring Simona DiNepi, Charles and Lynn Schusterman Curator of Judaica and Victoria Reed, Sadler Curator for Provenance from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston The program will explore the MFA's first gallery dedicated to Judaica, which opened in December 2023, showcasing recent acquisitions that enhance the museum's collection. These Jewish ritual and cultural items, often […]

Event Series Lunch in the Sukkah

Lunch in the Sukkah

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

The TE community is welcome to bring their own lunches to the Brezniak Sukkah. Enjoy our Sukkah with the TE community! The Sukkah will be open for members to eat lunch from 12-1pm on October  21 and 23. No registration required. Contact Noa with any questions.

Introduction to Yiddish: Words, Music, and Humor

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Arnie Glick, Yiddish enthusiast, singer, and creator of a series of Yiddish-themed cartoons called “Shmoozin” will be leading a two-session program about Yiddish words, expressions, humor, and music. Come to one session or both, and then come see Arnie perform alongside pianist David Sparr and klezmer clarinetist Glenn Dickson on November 12th for a concert […]

Event Series Biblical and Siddur Hebrew

Biblical and Siddur Hebrew IV

Virtual

This is a continuing group with the goal focusing on understanding our Torah, Haftara and Prayers. It is however and nonetheless the foundation of the Modern Spoken Hebrew today in Israel and this is the magic of our revival and survival of generational connection, MiDor L’Dor. New registrants are welcome with prerequisite knowledge! Newcomers – […]

Kesher Sukkot Celebration

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Come celebrate Sukkot with the Kesher community! Meet your children's new friends and their families. Activities include: Shake the lulav and etrog Make decorations Build edible sukkot Enjoy a pizza dinner together Cost: $18/family (includes supper) RSVP by Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Register Here→

Shelter of Song – A Sukkot Concert Gathering

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Celebrate Sukkot in heart-opening song and community. Guided by Rabbi Deborah Sacks Mintz of Hadar's Rising Song Institute, we'll gather in the sukkah for an evening of participatory nigunim, prayerful music, and seasonal joy. Register Here→ If price is an issue, reach out to info@hadar.org. About Rabbi Deborah Sacks Mintz Rabbi Deborah Sacks Mintz is Hadar’s […]

Event Series Modern Spoken Hebrew 4

Modern Spoken Hebrew IV

Virtual

The Sisterhood team continues – we are a working force! Thank you for your leadership in modeling and making Hebrew an important component in our community! New participants are welcome if they meet the pre-requisites. Newcomers – to assess your level & join, please contact Sigalit. Session 1 Dates: September 10, 17, 24, November 5, […]

4th Annual Mystery Scotch in the Sukkah

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

Bring a friend and join us for Scotch (and more) in the Brezniak Sukkah! Sponsored by Temple Emanuel Brotherhood - and open to all! Come mingle while you enjoy unlimited tasting of top-shelf, single malt scotches, placed in brown bags as we guess what's what! $36 General Admission Includes Rami's buffet dinner, Scotch, non-alcoholic drinks, […]

The History and Meaning of Jewish Liturgy

In Person - Temple Emanuel 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, United States

The siddur is the great anthology of Judaism, a living document that includes passages from each era of Jewish history. Our class will explore the meaning and history of Jewish liturgies across time and communities. We will: explore how the themes of Creation-Revelation-Redemption organize individual prayers and larger ritual cycles; explain the commonalities among the […]

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 […]