Annual Trotter School Holiday Gift Drive
- Community Engagement
The annual Holiday Gift Collection for the 320 students at Grove Hall’s William Monroe Trotter K-6 School is underway!
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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.
Yoga with Stephanie | Fall Series (Online)
- Community Engagement
Begin the fall season building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga with Stephanie Javaheri. This course is part of our Wednesdays at the Well programming.
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
Mindful Moments (Online)
- Community Engagement
Each week, participants will take a moment to check-in and set an intention, learn about and/or practice a mini spiritual practice.
Tikkun Middot | The Practice of Living an Ethical Life (Online)
- Community Engagement
Tikkun Middot practice is for anyone who wants to more often be their “best self” in the actions of daily life. 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.
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
Friday Shabbat Service with Former Ambassador Michael Oren (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us to welcome Shabbat in song and prayer.
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.
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
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (Online)
- Adult Learning
The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study as we explore its resonant narratives and relevant themes.
Fee:
$450.00
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
Day After Thanksgiving: Open for Shabbat Services
- Community Engagement
The temple offices will be closed the day after Thanksgiving and will open for Shabbat services at 6:00 pm.
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.
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (Online)
- Adult Learning
The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study as we explore its resonant narratives and relevant themes.
Fee:
$450.00
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.
Book Club (Online)
- Community Engagement
November's book of choice is the non fiction, The Confidant, by Christopher Gorham.
Yoga with Stephanie | Fall Series (Online)
- Community Engagement
Begin the fall season building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga with Stephanie Javaheri. This course is part of our Wednesdays at the Well programming.
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
Mindful Moments (Online)
- Community Engagement
Each week, participants will take a moment to check-in and set an intention, learn about and/or practice a mini spiritual practice.
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.
Tikkun Middot | The Practice of Living an Ethical Life (Online)
- Community Engagement
Tikkun Middot practice is for anyone who wants to more often be their “best self” in the actions of daily life. This course is part of our Wednesdays at the Well programming.
Finding Words for the Unspeakable (Online)
- Adult Learning
Join Dr. Judy Avnery on Zoom for two sessions exploring Israeli poets' responses to the massacre of October 7.
Info Session: Partakers Mentoring Opportunities (Online)
- Community Engagement
The Partakers Mentor Programs match volunteer mentor teams with incarcerated individuals working on their college degrees while in prison and with returning citizens navigating re-entry.
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.
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 (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.
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!
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (Online)
- Adult Learning
The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study as we explore its resonant narratives and relevant themes.
Fee:
$450.00
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.
Yoga with Stephanie: Winter Session (Online)
- Community Engagement
Stay warm this winter while building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga.
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
Mindful Moments (Online)
- Community Engagement
Each week, participants will take a moment to check-in and set an intention, learn about and/or practice a mini spiritual practice.
First Night Community Chanukah Candle Lighting (Online)
- Community Engagement
Join Cantor Zell and your fellow TBE congregants to light the first candle of Chanukah together online.
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.
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.
Chanukah with Or Hadash (Online)
- Community Engagement
Join us to light Chanukah Candles on Zoom with our friends at Temple Or Hadash in Haifa.
Havdalah & Community Chanukah Candle Lighting (Online)
- Community Engagement
Join together to light the candles and celebrate Chanukah.
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.
Me’ah Select: The Hopes of Destiny & Failures of History (Online)
- Adult Learning
The Second Book of Kings makes for a timely Torah study as we explore its resonant narratives and relevant themes.
Fee:
$450.00
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.
Community Chanukah Candle Lighting (Online)
- Community Engagement
Join together to light the candles and celebrate Chanukah.
Israel 101 for Teens & Parents (Online)
- Toddler to Teen
Join Rabbi Jordy Callman for an overview of Israel’s history and how we’ve arrived at this current moment.
Yoga with Stephanie: Winter Session (Online)
- Community Engagement
Stay warm this winter while building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga.
Mindful Moments (Online)
- Community Engagement
Each week, participants will take a moment to check-in and set an intention, learn about and/or practice a mini spiritual practice.
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!
Tikkun Middot | The Practice of Living an Ethical Life (Online)
- Community Engagement
Tikkun Middot practice is for anyone who wants to more often be their “best self” in the actions of daily life. This course is part of our Wednesdays at the Well programming.
Finding Words for the Unspeakable (Online)
- Adult Learning
Join Dr. Judy Avnery on Zoom for two sessions exploring Israeli poets' responses to the massacre of October 7.
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
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.
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.
TBE Holy Singers (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Gather with Cantor Zell and other congregants to meet without musical scores and share in our love of singing, learning new melodies, and creating spontaneous harmony.
Book Club (Online)
- Community Engagement
December's book of choice is the fiction, The Postcard by Anne Berest (an autobiographical novel)
Yoga with Stephanie: Winter Session (Online)
- Community Engagement
Stay warm this winter while building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga.
Mindful Moments (Online)
- Community Engagement
Each week, participants will take a moment to check-in and set an intention, learn about and/or practice a mini spiritual practice.
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.
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.
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.
Yoga with Stephanie: Winter Session (Online)
- Community Engagement
Stay warm this winter while building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga.
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?
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid) Postponed
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
Yoga with Stephanie: Winter Session (Online)
- Community Engagement
Stay warm this winter while building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga.
Positivity & Relaxation Training (PART) Through a Jewish Lens (In Person)
- Community Engagement
This 8-week program will help you develop a self-care routine to help manage stress, improve your outlook and enhance your quality of life.
Mindful Moments (Online)
- Community Engagement
Each week, participants will take a moment to check-in and set an intention, learn about and/or practice a mini spiritual practice.
Green Team Meeting (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join our Green Team in planning to ensure our building and community are environmentally sound and sustainable.
Closed: Tikkun Middot | The Practice of Living an Ethical Life (Online)
- Community Engagement
Tikkun Middot practice is for anyone who wants to more often be their “best self” in the actions of daily life. This course is part of our Wednesdays at the Well programming.
Beginner Modern Hebrew (Online)
- Adult Learning
A basic introduction to the Hebrew language. Learn to identify and sound each letter of the alphabet, pronounce different vowels and decode words, and more!
Canceled: MLK Commemoration Shabbat Dinner (In Person)
- Community Engagement
This program has been canceled.
Canceled: Reflections on our Civil Rights Journey and the Legacy of MLK (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
This program has been canceled.