TBE Table
- Community Engagement
Volunteer to help provide meals to individuals experiencing food insecurity in our community.
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TBE In The Berkshires (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Travel to the Berkshires to participate in the Institute for Jewish Spirituality's day of Jewish contemplative practice, followed by HUC-JIR's Weekend of Jewish Ideas.
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.
Waterplay & Popsicle Party with Little Beats (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join us outside at TBE for some water play fun and popsicle treats with Cantor Josh and Sara from Little Beats!
Summer Mindful Moments Check-In (Online)
- Adult Learning
This Mindful Moments summer program will begin with a brief check-in, followed with an exploration of a mindfulness practice with a special guest teacher each week.
TBE In The Trees: Text & Practice in Nature (In Person, Off Site)
- Adult Learning
Experience the natural world through a Jewish lens with three stand-alone programs: text study, painting, and mindfulness.
Challah Intensive with Rabbi Harper (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make a delicious, beautiful, and instructive centerpiece of the Shabbat and holiday table.
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.
Israel Update with Gideon Argov (Online)
- Community Engagement
Join us for an update on Israel’s current situation, what is happening now, and where we go from here.
Reading “Uncomfortable Conversations with A Jew” (Online)
- Adult Learning
Discuss this new book by New York Times bestselling authors Emmanuel Echo and Noa Tishby, who ask and answer hard questions, creating a much-needed lexicon for meeting this fraught moment in Jewish history.
Prime Timers’ Campfire Sing-Along (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for all the best parts of summer—campfire, singing, and s'mores—with the Prime Timers!
Prayer in Translation: Lecha Dodi (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Compare translations of this sixteenth-century poem—by various streams of Judaism and through time—to develop an appreciation of what it means to translate sacred texts.
Shabbat Dinner with Gabby Dagan from Or Hadash (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Please join Rabbi Gabby Dagan from our sister congregation in Haifa, Or Hadash, for Shabbat dinner following services! Dinner reservations close at 12:01am on August 4.
Fee:
$30
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.
Beit Cafe with Rabbi Gabby from Or Hadah (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Rabbi Gabby from our partner Congregation in Haifa, Or Hadash, is coming back to TBE!
Community Dinner & Bonfire with Rabbi Gabby from Or Hadash (In Person Outdoors)
- Community Engagement
Join us at the home of Barbara and Jeff Turk for dinner and songs with Rabbi Gabby from our partner Congregation in Haifa, Or Hadash.
Walk & Talk with Rabbi Gabby from Or Hadash (In Person Outdoors)
- Community Engagement
Join us at Morses Pond in Wellesley for a morning walk and talk with Rabbi Gabby from our partner Congregation in Haifa, Or Hadash.
Celebration? Not for me, not now… How can we be happy in times our hearts are broken? (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
The October 7 attack occurred on the morning of Simcha Torah. How can we ever celebrate this “joyous” holiday again when our hearts will always remember that day?
Tisha B’Av (Ninth of Av) Service (Online)
- Adult Learning
Tisha B’Av is a day of collective mourning and remembrance on the Jewish calendar. This year especially, we will focus on the tragedy of October 7th in our service of commemoration.
Film Discussion: “Legend of Destruction” (Online)
- Adult Learning
"Legend of Destruction" accurately depicts the tale of the historical event that changed the destiny of the Jewish people: the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE.
Red Cross Blood Drive (In Person)
- Community Engagement
The American Red Cross has a constant and ongoing need for blood donations. Please schedule your next donation appointment now to help prevent another blood shortage.
Prayer in Translation: Lecha Dodi (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Compare translations of this sixteenth-century poem—by various streams of Judaism and through time—to develop an appreciation of what it means to translate sacred texts.
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.
Reaching for the Moon: Campfire Havdalah & Celestial Celebration (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Gather with community in the TBE courtyard to schmooze, learn, and sing together over a bonfire and s’mores as we watch for three stars to appear in the sky.
Reading “Uncomfortable Conversations with A Jew” (Online)
- Adult Learning
Discuss this new book by New York Times bestselling authors Emmanuel Echo and Noa Tishby, who ask and answer hard questions, creating a much-needed lexicon for meeting this fraught moment in Jewish history.
TBE Table
- Community Engagement
Volunteer to help provide meals to individuals experiencing food insecurity in our community.
TBE In The Trees: Text & Practice in Nature (In Person, Off Site)
- Adult Learning
Experience the natural world through a Jewish lens with three stand-alone programs: text study, painting, and mindfulness.
Prayer in Translation: Lecha Dodi (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Compare translations of this sixteenth-century poem—by various streams of Judaism and through time—to develop an appreciation of what it means to translate sacred texts.
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.
Annual Build-a-Backpack (In Person Outdoors)
- Community Engagement
Join JFS of Metrowest and TBE in this annual opportunity to support low-income children as well as migrant and refugee families.
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.
Rosh Chodesh Elul | Kintsugi Workshop (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Throughout this interactive workshop, we will create our own kintsugi pottery, all while exploring what it means to enter the month of Elul.
Prophecy & the Book of Jonah (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will examine the Book of Jonah to relive and animate the prophet’s words, and to arrive at an understanding of his message.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Gabby Simon and Sydney Truslow.
October 7 to October 7 | A Year in Music, Art & Media (In Person)
- Community Engagement
As we approach October 7, 2024, join Rabbi Jordy Callman for a three part series exploring the past year of collective Jewish experience through the lenses of Israeli music, visual art and media.
TBElle | Election 2024 (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
This class will look at historical, legal, and cultural factors that have helped shape our upcoming elections.
High Holy Day Prayers | The Highlights Tour (Online)
- Adult Learning
We’ll orient ourselves to the structure of the High Holy Day liturgy so that we can feel more rooted in these special services.
Mayyim Hayyim & The Well at TBE | Mikveh as a Spiritual Practice in Preparation for the High Holy Days (In Person Offsite)
- Community Engagement
This special multi-part workshop, a unique collaboration between Mayyim Hayyim and The Well at Temple Beth Elohim, will help participants explore the ancient ritual of mikveh and its potential for personal transformation and meaning in their own lives.
Prophecy & the Book of Jonah (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will examine the Book of Jonah to relive and animate the prophet’s words, and to arrive at an understanding of his message.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Alexander Robbins and Olivia Hochberg.
Red Cross Blood Drive (In Person)
- Community Engagement
The American Red Cross has a constant and ongoing need for blood donations. Please schedule your next donation appointment now to help prevent another blood shortage.
October 7 to October 7 | A Year in Music, Art & Media (In Person)
- Community Engagement
As we approach October 7, 2024, join Rabbi Jordy Callman for a three part series exploring the past year of collective Jewish experience through the lenses of Israeli music, visual art and media.
TBElle | Election 2024 (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
This class will look at historical, legal, and cultural factors that have helped shape our upcoming elections.
September 2024 Music Club | The Music of Mel Brooks (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join Don Drourr as he explores the music of Mel Brooks, not the comedic genius.
Mayyim Hayyim & The Well at TBE | Why Are Personal Jewish Rituals Important in a Modern World? (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Through text study and discussion with our clergy, discuss the meaning behind ritual and Jewish ritual—why rituals are important and what do they mean in our modern world?
Prophecy & the Book of Jonah (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will examine the Book of Jonah to relive and animate the prophet’s words, and to arrive at an understanding of his message.
Tot Shabbat Morning Service (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Come dance, sing, play, and pray then stay for some challah and schmooze with your FwYC community!
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Alexander Bernier.
Preconceived—The Unexpected World of Crisis Pregnancy Centers | Documentary & Conversation with Director (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Discover the truth behind crisis pregnancy centers in the documentary 'Preconceived'. Join director Sabrine Keane for a revealing post-film discussion!
October 7 to October 7 | A Year in Music, Art & Media (In Person)
- Community Engagement
As we approach October 7, 2024, join Rabbi Jordy Callman for a three part series exploring the past year of collective Jewish experience through the lenses of Israeli music, visual art and media.
TBElle | Election 2024 (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
This class will look at historical, legal, and cultural factors that have helped shape our upcoming elections.
High Holy Day Prayers | The Highlights Tour (Online)
- Adult Learning
We’ll orient ourselves to the structure of the High Holy Day liturgy so that we can feel more rooted in these special services.
Book Club | “Hope: A Novel” by Andrew Ridker (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Gather with other book lovers to discuss a chosen book each month. This month, we will be reading "Hope: A Novel" by Andrew Ridker.
Mayyim Hayyim & The Well at TBE | Creating Your Own Water or Immersion Ritual (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Through 1:1 or small group conversations with fellow participants, clergy and staff, participants will craft their own immersion or water-based ceremony.
Prophecy & the Book of Jonah (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will examine the Book of Jonah to relive and animate the prophet’s words, and to arrive at an understanding of his message.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Leo Fenster.
Mayyim Hayyim & The Well at TBE | Immersion Open House Day (In Person Offsite)
- Community Engagement
Join TBE staff and clergy at Mayyim Hayyim at 1:00 PM for a communal water-based ritual in preparation for the High Holy Days, followed by the opportunity for any TBE congregant to schedule an immersion in preparation for the High Holy Days.
TBElle | Election 2024 (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
This class will look at historical, legal, and cultural factors that have helped shape our upcoming elections.
Lunch & Learn | The Ins and Outs of Traveling (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
We’ll discuss travel agency insights, tips, benefits of using an agent, group versus individual trips, and answer your questions.
TBElle | Social-Emotional Learning: An Overview for Parents and Grandparents (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
We will learn, practice, and discuss many of the skills and terms (grit, empathy, self worth, etc.) that children learn in school and how they relate to the family unit.
TBElle | Election 2024 (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
This class will look at historical, legal, and cultural factors that have helped shape our upcoming elections.
Lunch & Learn | Learn About Artificial Intelligence (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join our own tech guru, Peter Less, as he opens our eyes to artificial intelligence (AI).
TBElle | Social-Emotional Learning: An Overview for Parents and Grandparents (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
We will learn, practice, and discuss many of the skills and terms (grit, empathy, self worth, etc.) that children learn in school and how they relate to the family unit.
TBElle | Election 2024 (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
This class will look at historical, legal, and cultural factors that have helped shape our upcoming elections.
Lunch & Learn | A Day In The Lives Of Our Rabbis (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Ben and Rabbi Jordy as they take us on an inside look into a day in the life of our rabbis.
TBElle | Social-Emotional Learning: An Overview for Parents and Grandparents (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
We will learn, practice, and discuss many of the skills and terms (grit, empathy, self worth, etc.) that children learn in school and how they relate to the family unit.
Read “James” with Us: A RJI Community Read Event (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join RJI's community read of Percival Everett's "James"—a bold retelling of Huck Finn from Jim's perspective. Moderated by Susan Jane.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Berkeley and Addison Wolk.
TBElle | Social-Emotional Learning: An Overview for Parents and Grandparents (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
We will learn, practice, and discuss many of the skills and terms (grit, empathy, self worth, etc.) that children learn in school and how they relate to the family unit.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Samantha Levine.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Noah Mirucki.
Me’ah Select | Torah Mysteries, Scientific Advances, and Secret Knowledge (Online)
- Adult Learning
In this course, we will explore legal and theological strategies employed in resolving seeming conflicts of Torah and Science.
Fee:
$500
TBElle | Social-Emotional Learning: An Overview for Parents and Grandparents (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
We will learn, practice, and discuss many of the skills and terms (grit, empathy, self worth, etc.) that children learn in school and how they relate to the family unit.
Book Club | “On The Move” by Oliver Sacks (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Gather with other book lovers to discuss a chosen book each month. This month, we will read "On The Move" by Oliver Sacks.
An Exploration of Anger (In Person)
- Community Engagement
In this workshop, we'll explore our tradition's attitude towards anger, engage in text study and lively conversation, and perhaps even pick up some tools and insights for exploring this powerful emotion in our own lives.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Sydney Schwartz.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Rose Marcus.
Me’ah Select | Torah Mysteries, Scientific Advances, and Secret Knowledge (Online)
- Adult Learning
In this course, we will explore legal and theological strategies employed in resolving seeming conflicts of Torah and Science.
Fee:
$500
Me’ah Select: Torah Mysteries, Scientific Advances, and Secret Knowledge (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, we will explore legal and theological strategies employed in resolving seeming conflicts of Torah and science.
Fee:
$500
Tikkun Middot: Introduction Class (Online)
- Adult Learning
This one-session introductory class is designed for those who are new to Tikkun Middot practice.
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.
Second Annual Family Shabbat Retreat (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join us for the second annual Family Shabbat Retreat at East Hill Farm.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Dahlia Weinstock and Hannah Weiss.
Me’ah Select: Torah Mysteries, Scientific Advances, and Secret Knowledge (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, we will explore legal and theological strategies employed in resolving seeming conflicts of Torah and science.
Fee:
$500
Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Morning service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Ruby Stich.
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.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Online
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Sasha Lee.
Me’ah Select | Torah Mysteries, Scientific Advances, and Secret Knowledge (Online)
- Adult Learning
In this course, we will explore legal and theological strategies employed in resolving seeming conflicts of Torah and Science.
Fee:
$500
Book Club | “The Golem of Brooklyn” by Adam Mansbach (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Gather with other book lovers to discuss a chosen book each month. This month, we will read "The Golem of Brooklyn" by Adam Mansbach.
Me’ah Select: Torah Mysteries, Scientific Advances, and Secret Knowledge (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, we will explore legal and theological strategies employed in resolving seeming conflicts of Torah and science.
Fee:
$500
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.
Tot Shabbat Morning Service (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Come dance, sing, play, and pray then stay for some challah and schmooze with your FwYC community!
Me’ah Select | Torah Mysteries, Scientific Advances, and Secret Knowledge (Online)
- Adult Learning
In this course, we will explore legal and theological strategies employed in resolving seeming conflicts of Torah and Science.
Fee:
$500
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.
Me’ah Select | Torah Mysteries, Scientific Advances, and Secret Knowledge (Online)
- Adult Learning
In this course, we will explore legal and theological strategies employed in resolving seeming conflicts of Torah and Science.
Fee:
$500
Me’ah Select: Torah Mysteries, Scientific Advances, and Secret Knowledge (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, we will explore legal and theological strategies employed in resolving seeming conflicts of Torah and science.
Fee:
$500
An Exploration of Anger (In Person)
- Community Engagement
In this workshop, we'll explore our tradition's attitude towards anger, engage in text study and lively conversation, and perhaps even pick up some tools and insights for exploring this powerful emotion in our own lives.
Red Cross Blood Drive (In Person)
- Community Engagement
The American Red Cross has a constant and ongoing need for blood donations. Please schedule your next donation appointment now to help prevent another blood shortage.
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.