Tot Shabbat Morning Service (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Come dance, sing, play, and pray in an exciting and engaging Shabbat morning service for our 0-5 year olds with Cantor Josh!
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Ascending Mountains in Sacred Time: Session One (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will study selected passages in Torah to explore where we might be (in time) and to how to move through sacred time.
Ascending Mountains in Sacred Time: Session Two (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will study selected passages in Torah to explore where we might be (in time) and to how to move through sacred time.
Canceled: Little Beats Drop-In Sessions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
This program has been canceled
Fee:
$25
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
CANCELED TONIGHT – The Art of Prayer: Prayers for Israel (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Participants will study each text, interpret meaning, and create their own artwork inspired by each prayer. No prior artistic experience necessary.
TBElle with a Twist | Singers of The Great American Songbook (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
We’ve looked at The Great American Songbook. Now its time to look at the singers that made the songs.
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We are in a time of hyper-polarized politics and global events beyond our control. The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study.
Fee:
$480
Music Club | The Times They Are A’Changin’ (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Cantors Jodi Sufrin and Roy Einhorn will lead a program/singalong focusing on the folk music of the sixties. Was some songwriting influenced by their Jewish backgrounds?
Jews in the Civil Rights Movement (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join Yoni Kadden as he presents his highly popular class focusing on how we speak about Jews in the Civil Rights Movement.
Drum Circle (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join us for an exciting, joyful drum circle continuing this fall with our own Friday night service drummer, Noam Sender.
Tea Time with Senators Creem & Rausch: Reproductive Justice Champions (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Tea time with our legislative reproductive justice champions, Senators Cynthia Creem and Becca Rausch.
Canceled: Little Beats Drop-In Sessions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
This program has been canceled
Fee:
$25
Jewish History, the Torah through 70CE | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
TBElle with a Twist | Three Momentous Moments in the History of Jerusalem (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Devoted to the history of Jerusalem we will focus on three momentous moments in the complicated history of a city holy to the three major western religions.
TBElle with a Twist | Singers of The Great American Songbook (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
We’ve looked at The Great American Songbook. Now its time to look at the singers that made the songs.
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We are in a time of hyper-polarized politics and global events beyond our control. The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study.
Fee:
$480
Introduction to Tikkun Middot (Online)
- Community Engagement
This two-session introduction is designed for those who are new to Tikkun Middot practice. Participation in these two sessions is required for new participants. This course is part of our Wednesdays at the Well programming.
Drum Circle (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join us for an exciting, joyful drum circle continuing this fall with our own Friday night service drummer, Noam Sender.
Pre-Shabbat Study (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Sign off from the week a little earlier and begin to prepare for Shabbat with these 5:00 pre-service study sessions.
TGIS Service & Consecration (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for Thank God It's Shabbat (TGIS) Service, a multi-generational experience to sing, pray, and learn together in a less formal worship environment.
CASA Visits Prison Book Program (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Books can change an incarcerated life. Our TBE community should be actively involved in making books more easily available to encourage reading for those in prison. Join CASA!
Diary of War: A Conversation with Sarah Tuttle Singer (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Tuttle-Singer, author of Jerusalem Drawn and Quartered and the New Media Editor at Times of Israel, will join us from Jerusalem as she shares the words of the diary she began keeping on October 7th.
Reproductive Justice Art Exhibit and Discussion on Black Maternal Health (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for a Deeply Rooted: Faith in Reproductive Justice. This is an ambitious, multidisciplinary exhibition that looks at abortion and reproductive justice through the lens of faith, bringing Jewish feminist artists into dialogue with artists from other faith communities and backgrounds.
Building a Brain Healthy Lifestyle (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Continuing the Conversation: Living with Alzheimer's and Other Cognitive Changes.
Canceled: Little Beats Drop-In Sessions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
This program has been canceled
Fee:
$25
Film Screening | Repairing the World: Stories From the Tree of Life (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
A film screening of "Repairing the World: Stories From the Tree of Life," dinner, and discussion with Rabbi Sisenwine.
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
The Art of Prayer (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Participants will study each text, interpret meaning, and create their own artwork inspired by each prayer. No prior artistic experience necessary.
TBElle with a Twist | Three Momentous Moments in the History of Jerusalem (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Devoted to the history of Jerusalem we will focus on three momentous moments in the complicated history of a city holy to the three major western religions.
TBElle with a Twist | Singers of The Great American Songbook (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
We’ve looked at The Great American Songbook. Now its time to look at the singers that made the songs.
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We are in a time of hyper-polarized politics and global events beyond our control. The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study.
Fee:
$480
Green Team Meeting (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join our Green Team in planning to ensure our building and community are environmentally sound and sustainable.
Adult Civil Rights Journey to Atlanta, Montgomery, Birmingham & Selma: This trip is full
- Community Engagement
Join us in the south for a meaningful and educational trip!
Drum Circle (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join us for an exciting, joyful drum circle continuing this fall with our own Friday night service drummer, Noam Sender.
Family Shabbat Retreat (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join us for the first-ever Family Shabbat Retreat at East Hill Farm.
Minyan & Torah Study (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for minyan, followed by Torah study when we will explore the weekly Torah portion together with a member of our clergy.
On One Foot | Jewish Parenting (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join us to talk about topics relevant to Jewish parenting in today's world. We will learn and discuss together, hopefully feeling empowered to support our children in their Jewish journeys while enriching our own.
On One Foot | Jewish Parenting (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join us to talk about topics relevant to Jewish parenting in today's world. We will learn and discuss together, hopefully feeling empowered to support our children in their Jewish journeys while enriching our own.
Water Bottle Drive
- Community Engagement
Please bring reusable water bottles that will be cleaned and then donated to JF&CS, Brookline Food Pantry, and Wellesley Food Pantry.
Canceled: Little Beats Drop-In Sessions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
This program has been canceled
Fee:
$25
Jewish History, 70CE through the Enlightenment | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
Jewish Current Events | A Temple-wide Discussion on Antisemitism and our Communal Response (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Sisenwine to discuss major monthly stories from the Jewish world, based upon articles from the Forward, America’s Jewish newspaper, since 1897.
TBElle with a Twist | Three Momentous Moments in the History of Jerusalem (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Devoted to the history of Jerusalem we will focus on three momentous moments in the complicated history of a city holy to the three major western religions.
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We are in a time of hyper-polarized politics and global events beyond our control. The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study.
Fee:
$480
Drum Circle (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join us for an exciting, joyful drum circle continuing this fall with our own Friday night service drummer, Noam Sender.
Israel 101 (And A Little More!) (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join Cantor Josh Rosenberg and Rabbi Jordy Callman for an overview of Israel's history and how we've arrived at this current moment. This session is specifically for Gan Elohim families.
Tot Kabbalat Shabbat & Family Shabbat Dinner (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join Cantor Josh to sing, play, dance, and pray in an engaging Shabbat service for 0-5 year olds and their grownups then stay for dinner!
Fee:
$30
Modern History of an Ancient Land (In Person)
- Community Engagement
With Israel so prominent in the news, it can be hard to understand what is truth and what is misinformed. Join us for a two part series as we walk through the history of the land and the people of Israel.
Canceled: Surviving and Thriving: The Early Parenting Transitions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join Dawn Ellis (LICSW) for some expert guidance on how to navigate the transitional moments of our young ones' development. You'll leave with tips for supporting yourself as well as your loved ones along the way!
Postponed: Two Synagogues | One Community – One People (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Naama is arriving…unfortunately later than expected due to a flight delay. She will NOT be here by 4 pm for this program but will be here at 6:00 pm tonight to offer this program followed by dinner for those who can stay and schmooze. Please consider joining us at 6:00 pm tonight either in person or by Zoom for our program, Two Synagogues | One Community – One People - followed by Dinner and Discussion with Na'ama for those who are able to stay. As always, we thank you all for your commitment to the amazing connection with Na'ama and Or Hadash and hope you will still be able to join us!
Two Synagogues | One Community – One People – followed by Dinner & Discussion with Na’ama (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join us for a casual dinner and discussion with Rabbi Na'ama and learn more about Or Hadash’s response to the current events in Israel and the amazing community at Or Hadash.
Fee:
$18
Canceled: Little Beats Drop-In Sessions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
This program has been canceled
Fee:
$25
The Art of Prayer (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Participants will study each text, interpret meaning, and create their own artwork inspired by each prayer. No prior artistic experience necessary.
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We are in a time of hyper-polarized politics and global events beyond our control. The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study.
Fee:
$480
Minyan & Torah Study (Online)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for minyan, followed by Torah study when we will explore the weekly Torah portion together with a member of our clergy.
Canceled: Little Beats Drop-In Sessions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
This program has been canceled
Fee:
$25
All About Chanukah | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We are in a time of hyper-polarized politics and global events beyond our control. The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study.
Fee:
$480
Music Club: Rising Stars in Jewish Music (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join Cantor Josh Rosenberg as we explore some new musical voices in the Jewish world that you've probably never heard of.
The Power of Grief (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join Cantor Emerita Jodi Sufrin and temple member Cathy Spear, LICSW, a psychotherapist with extensive expertise in bereavement and grief programs, as they help us better understand the process of grief, coping with it, and integrating it into one’s life.
Drum Circle (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join us for an exciting, joyful drum circle continuing this fall with our own Friday night service drummer, Noam Sender.
Red Cross Blood Drive (In Person)
- Community Engagement
TBE is sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive in our building. The American Red Cross has a constant and ongoing need for blood and platelet donations. Please schedule your next donation appointment now to help prevent another blood shortage. Consider donating blood, the source of life, to those in need & help fulfill our temple’s mission of bringing light to our world.
Rabbi Vanessa Harper’s Book Launch and Celebration Dinner (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join us for dinner and an interview with Rabbi Harper in celebration of the publication of her book, Loaves of Torah: Exploring the Jewish Year Through Challah.
Tot Shabbat Morning Service (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Come dance, sing, play, and pray in an exciting and engaging Shabbat morning service for our 0-5 year olds with Cantor Josh!
Modern History of an Ancient Land (In Person)
- Community Engagement
With Israel so prominent in the news, it can be hard to understand what is truth and what is misinformed. Join us for a two part series as we walk through the history of the land and the people of Israel.
Supporting the Refugee: Connecting Family Storytime with Action (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join Cantor Josh, the Family Social Action Group, and Brave Light Library for a family storytime and learning session about the plight of the world's refugees.
Prime Timers Pizza & Presents | Yankee Swap! (In-Person)
- Community Engagement
Everyone loves a good Yankee Swap! Just in time for Chanukah!
Canceled: Little Beats Drop-In Sessions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
This program has been canceled
Fee:
$25
The Art of Prayer (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Participants will study each text, interpret meaning, and create their own artwork inspired by each prayer. No prior artistic experience necessary.
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We are in a time of hyper-polarized politics and global events beyond our control. The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study.
Fee:
$480
Chanukah TGIS Service & Community Chanukah Candle Lighting (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for Thank God It's Shabbat (TGIS) Service, a multi-generational experience to sing, pray, and learn together in a less formal worship environment.
5th Annual Dreidel Dash 5K & Kids Races (Outdoors)
- Community Engagement
Join us for our fifth annual Chanukah Celebration and Dreidel Dash 5K! All proceeds benefit the TBE Youth Engagement Fund.
Let There Be Love | Chanukah Benefit Concert Honoring Noah Aronson (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join us for Let There Be Love, a moving Chanukah concert to benefit TBE and honor our beloved Noah Aronson in his 18th year at Temple Beth Elohim.
Canceled: Little Beats Drop-In Sessions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
This program has been canceled
Fee:
$25
Contemporary Judaisms | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
Jewish Current Events & Community Chanukah Candle Lighting (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Sisenwine to discuss major monthly stories from the Jewish world, based upon articles from the Forward, America’s Jewish newspaper, since 1897.
Sisterhood Chanukah Potluck & Community Chanukah Candle Lighting (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for communal Chanukah candle lighting and an evening filled with socializing and a potluck dinner at TBE to celebrate the warmth and light of Chanukah!
RJI Quarterly: The Federal Criminal Justice System From Multiple Angles & Community Chanukah Candle Lighting (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Come hear an insider’s perspective when TBE member Josh Levy shares his reflections on his career trajectory and how it influenced him to take on the work of his new position as Acting US Attorney for the District of Massachusetts.
Pre-Shabbat Study (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Sign off from the week a little earlier and begin to prepare for Shabbat with these 5:00 pre-service study sessions.
Tot Kabbalat Shabbat & Family Shabbat Dinner (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join Cantor Josh to sing, play, dance, and pray in an engaging Shabbat service for 0-5 year olds and their grownups then stay for dinner!
Fee:
$30
On One Foot | Jewish Parenting (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join us to talk about topics relevant to Jewish parenting in today's world. We will learn and discuss together, hopefully feeling empowered to support our children in their Jewish journeys while enriching our own.
On One Foot | Jewish Parenting (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join us to talk about topics relevant to Jewish parenting in today's world. We will learn and discuss together, hopefully feeling empowered to support our children in their Jewish journeys while enriching our own.
Eretz Kickoff Meeting (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Please join us for the planning meeting for Eretz, TBE’s family climate change initiative.
Canceled: Little Beats Drop-In Sessions (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
This program has been canceled
Fee:
$25
Jewish Lifecycle Events | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
The Art of Prayer (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Participants will study each text, interpret meaning, and create their own artwork inspired by each prayer. No prior artistic experience necessary.
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
Music Club: Israeli Music Created Since October 7 (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join Rabbi Jordy Callman as we look at Israeli music written and released since the October 7th attack, looking into Israel society through the lens of song.
Tot Shabbat Morning Service (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Come dance, sing, play, and pray in an exciting and engaging Shabbat morning service for our 0-5 year olds with Cantor Josh!
Minyan & Torah Study with Guest Teacher Rabbi Katzew (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for minyan, followed by Torah study when we will explore the weekly Torah portion together with a member of our clergy.
What is Jewishness | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This week in the Intro to Judaism series, Rabbi Vanessa Harper teaches on the concept of Jewishness—what does it mean to be Jew?
