Rosh HaShana approaches with the smells, tastes and colors of the fall. Memories of past years and excitement for new projects co-mingle. Shanah means two things in Hebrew: to repeat, as in the Hebrew word for the number 2, shnayim; and to change. Paradoxical, right? To repeat and to change seem to be opposites!
Sukkot & Simchat Torah
Sukkot Gatherings
Sunday evening marks the beginning of the harvest festival of Sukkot. Join us in the Sukkah this week!
Sunday October 13, 4:30 PM: Decorate our Sukkah! (And eat a delicious meal in it)
Friday, October 18, 6 PM: Circle in the Sukkah
Monday, October 21, 10 AM: Yizkor of Sukkot
Simchat Torah
Monday, October 21, 5:30 PM: Simchat Torah!
Upcoming Events
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Oct 26 2019 - 10:00am
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Oct 27 2019 - 10:30am
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Nov 1 2019 - 6:00pm
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Nov 3 2019 - 10:30am
Message from Rabbi Andrea
Shabbat Gatherings
There are Shabbat services or other observances happening most weeks at Temple Israel. Below is our general schedule. Please visit our calendar to verify if a gathering is happening on a given date, and to learn about special presentations or themes for particular Shabbats.
First Friday
Every first Friday, we gather for a communal dinner, blessings, and songs. Come at 5PM to help set up, 6PM for blessings & dinner.
Second Saturday
The second Saturday of every month is a meditative chanting Shabbat morning service led by Rabbi Andrea. Services are at 10AM followed by kiddush.
Fourth Saturday
The fourth Saturday of every month is a traditional Shabbat morning service led by Rabbi Andrea. Services at 10AM followed by kiddush.
Office Hours
Office Hours
Tuesdays 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thursdays 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Office Phone: 413-773-5884
Rabbi's Hours
Tuesdays 9:00 am - 12:00 noon
Thursdays By appointment
Rabbi Phone: 413-772-8689
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