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PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Fall 2018/5779
See how much we offer!
IN THIS BOOKLET....
Topic PageStaff and Leadership 1
President/Rabbi messages 2
Shabbat Programming 3-4
Religious School 5
Youth 6
Adult Learning 7-8
Sisterhood 9
Brotherhood 10
Social Action 11
Softball 12
Library 13
Canton Fall Classic 13
B’NAI TIKVAH VISION STATEMENT
B’nai Tikvah strives to be the center of our Jewish community by celebrating and supporting each other. We welcome all, respecting and embracing the many paths by which individuals seek to express their Jewish identity.
The B’nai Tikvah community supports spiritual growth, lifelong learning, family and adult programs, tikkun olam (healing the world) through social action and connecting with Israel. We create bonds across generations and draw strength from our proud heritage and traditions. Among these traditions is the ability and willingness to adapt in a changing world, to assure a vibrant Jewish community for future generations.
FROM THE PRESIDENTAs we welcome 5779, the first full new year of B’nai Tikvah’s new name and vision, we want to share with new, continuing and prospective members some of the many programs that our congregation offers. There’s a lot more going on than you may know, and this booklet is just a taste — since food’s a huge part of Judaism, what better way to get you involved than to give you a nosh? We invite you to join us as often as you see something that catches your eye: take a class, help heal the world, sing at a weekly or holiday service, have dinner or kiddush with your friends and fellow congregants, read a book and share your thoughts, chat about Judaism and life in several different groups and settings, and so much more.
B’nai Tikvah needs your presence to make all of these activities successful. Bring this booklet home and put it in a place where you can easily refer to it often and where it will remind you that we’re here all year round.
Wishing you and your family a busy and happy new year, and hoping to see you soon,
Sam Evans [email protected]
FROM THE RABBI
As this brochure reflects, B’nai Tikvah is a vibrant, diverse community, and I am proud to be its spiritual leader. We have daily activities that meet the needs of our membership, young and older, as well as groups beyond our walls. There are a dozen committees that advance the mission of our synagogue and Jewish education for all ages and in many forms.
If you are a member already, please partake of this cornucopia of opportunity! And if you are not yet a member, please consider joining us as we forge an inclusive and dynamic future in the South Area.
I’m available to speak with you if you have suggestions or if you want additional information.
B’Shalom, Rabbi David H. Grossman [email protected]
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TEMPLE STAFFRabbi David Grossman, Rabbi [email protected]
Melissa Rudman, Executive Director [email protected]
Elissa Gordon, Office Manager [email protected]
Donna Blumenthal Office
Laurie Schertzer Office
Havey Weisthal, Bookkeeper [email protected]
OFFICE HOURSMonday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am-2 pm
Tuesday 9 am-5:30 pm, Friday 9 am-1 pm
LEADERSHIP (Programming)Sam Evans President
Andrew Baizen VP of Strategy & Communications
Melanie Greitzer VP of Education
Natalie Weinberg VP of Community
Faye Sienkiewicz Membership
Sari Epstein Youth
Robin Zoll Adult Education
Rebecca Baizen/Karen Reiser School
Ann Hartstein Social Action
Harvey Levine/ Marshall Silberberg Brotherhood
Jane Silver Sisterhood
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ON SHABBATB’nai Tikvah offers traditional Saturday morning services as well as alternative Shabbat programming, including:
Nosh and LearnMeet with Rabbi Grossman for an informal learning session in the social hall from 9:30-10 am on select Saturdays, followed by a shorter service in the sanctuary ending at noon followed by lunch. Check calendar for dates.
Starbucks ShabbatEnjoy a cup of coffee while discussing various topics ranging from the weekly parsha to current events. This informal group meets in the Temple library from 10-11 am on Saturdays when religious school is in session. No RSVPs are needed; come regularly or just pop in on the occasional Shabbat.
Our first Starbucks Shabbat of the 2018-2019 year will be held on Saturday, September 15. All are welcome!
Simcha ShabbatCelebrate your simcha with the B’nai Tikvah family. This monthly Shabbat program gives you the opportunity to honor yourself or someone who is celebrating a birthday, anniversary or any simcha.
First Simcha Shabbat of the year will be on September 22.
Shabbat Afternoon LearningRabbi Grossman leads an after-Kiddush class on Saturday afternoons.
Shabbat is Almost HereNew this year! This free monthly program for children ages 18 months to 4 years, accompanied by an adult, will feature games, stories, crafts and snacks. You do not need to be a B’nai Tikvah member to attend.
Tot Shabbat will be held from 9:30-11 am on Fridays: October 19, November 16 and December 14.
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Early Shabbat Morning StudyJoin us for study and discussion on eight Shabbat mornings 8:30-9:25 am, before services. This year Marvin Wolfert will lead a discussion of “Zionism to 1948: The Pioneers,” looking at major figures and movements of the early days of Zionism, before the establishment of the State of Israel.
We will explore what many of the political, intellectual, and religious leaders of Zionism had to say about the problems as they perceived these, and what they were trying to accomplish. Primary text will be The Zionist Idea, edited by Arthur Hertzberg.
Feel free to attend as many or as few sessions as you like. Fall dates are October 20, November 3, November 17 and December 8. Program continues through March 2019.
For information: Marvin Wolfert, [email protected]
Musical ShabbatsJoin us for Musical Shabbat mornings with folk singer Sue Horowitz and percussionist Mitch Gordon. First one will be Saturday, December 22. See the calendar for 2019 dates.
Throughout the school year, we will have multiple opportunities to celebrate Shabbat with song leader Ian Simpson and other guests. These family-friendly evenings will include services followed by a community dinner. See calendar for dates.
Social Action ShabbatsNew this year! Social Action Shabbats will inform and engage our community in one of the pillars of our religion, Tikkun Olam. Speakers and special programs will provide insight to issues that affect us all. See page 11 for October Social Action Shabbat information.
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Check the Calendar, Website, Lobby Monitor and Weekly Emails for updated program information.
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
B’nai Tikvah ’s Religious School strives to make Jewish education a creative and joyous experience for children and families. We hope to inspire each of our students and provide them with the tools through our philosophy of “Learning through Living” to become students of Torah who have the tools to live Jewishly in their family and commu-nity and thereby build a personal relationship with God and Israel.
Our unique two-day a week program on Tuesdays and Saturdays is bolstered by special family programming, community programming and more throughout the year. Students in grades 2-7 meet on Tuesday afternoons and Saturday mornings. The Shorashim (Roots) program for students in grades K-1 meets on Saturday mornings.
B’nai Tikvah ’s Religious School has three main principles:
Personalized: We tailor the learning plans to meet the needs of each individual child. We provide flexibility in what, when, where, and how the student learns. We support parent involvement in the student’s learning and encourage relationships between student, teacher, and parents.
Mastery-based learning: We have 13 areas of study with 5 areas to master within each. We work with students to set goals to reach their own individual level of mastery.
Experiential: At B’nai Tikvah we believe that learning happens through doing. We celebrate real-life Jewish experiences – t’fillah, Shabbat, holidays, tikkun olam, and mitzvot.
Info: [email protected]
Upcoming Religious School Family ProgrammingSunday, Sept. 23 Apple Picking 9:30 am at CN Smith Farms in East Bridgewater. Pick apples with family and friends. Children will donate a portion of their apples to a local food pantry.
Friday, Sept. 28 Pizza in the Hut
Saturday, Nov. 3 Family Havdalah and Game Night
Sunday, Nov. 11 Cradles to Crayons/Social Action
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YOUTH
The B’nai Tikvah Youth Committee is focused on organizing programs that bring our youth together and keep them engaged with the Temple and the Jewish community through their school years. We are also focused on joining together younger and older members in programming that promotes community.
Watch for details of a special intergenerational event in January, which will involve teams building windmills using 70,000 LEGO blocks!
Sari Epstein, [email protected]
UNITED SYNAGOGUE YOUTHB’nai Tikvah is a member of South Area USY, which offers Jewish children and teens (grades 3-12) the opportunity to immerse themselves in a variety of Jewish social activities while forming friendships that will last a lifetime. Local activities include monthly lounges, holiday celebrations, lazer tag, movie trips and community service projects.
We are also part of NERUSY, New England Region USY, and participate in regional events including conventions, summer encampment, dances and boat cruise.
Join us at an Open House on Sunday, September 16 and at the Altitude Trampoline Park in Avon on Saturday, September 22. Contact us for details.
Advisors: Joshua Dressler, [email protected] Jessica Leigh, [email protected]
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ADULT LEARNINGAdult education provides a variety of high quality programming for our community seeking to enhance the congregation’s understand-ing of the culture, religion, and practices of the Jewish people, both past and present.
Programs this fall include:
Torah Study with Rabbi GrossmanTuesdays 10:30-11:45 am
HebrewBeginner and intermediate classes led by Nancy Lewis. For info: [email protected]
Coffee and Bagels with Dr. Matthew SienkiewiczSunday, October 14 at 10 am
Dr. Sienkiewicz is Associate Professor of Communications at Boston College, teaching courses in global media cultures and media theory. His research focuses on the West’s investment in Middle Eastern broadcasting initiatives. He is the author of The Other Air Force: U.S. Efforts to Reshape Middle Eastern Media Since 9/11. An Emmy-nominated filmmaker and screenwriter, he directed the documentary “Live From Bethlehem.”Additional adult learning opportunities are listed on the Shabbat pages of this booklet.
Please check the Temple calendar to learn about additional programs such as films, speakers, movie nights and more.
Women of WisdomThis multi-generational group of women meets monthly at the Temple to learn, laugh, and enjoy one anothers’ friendship while discussing Jewish topics. Open to all women in the community. Check calendar for dates.
A Novel GroupThis book group meets monthly in members’ homes. Upcoming dates and books are:
September 17 Gateway to the Moon by Mary Morris
Oct.ober 22 The Alice Network by Kate Quinn
November 19 The Book of Separation by Tova Mirvus
Info: Harriet Lavine, [email protected]
MEMBERSHIP PROGRAMS
The B’nai Tikvah Membership Committee provides exciting and engaging programming that entice those outside our community to join us. Shabbat is Around the Corner starts this fall to provide a fun environment for young children. Every year, B’nai Tikvah’s Break Fast Supper, Community Seder and Community Day programs are open to the community beyond our congregational family. Throughout the year membership provides programming to open our doors to the unaffiliated and to engage them with all that B’nai Tikvah has to offer. Faye Sienkiewicz, [email protected]
SISTERHOODWelcome to the B’nai Tikvah Sisterhood! We are so excited to start this new year in our new Congregation!
Sisterhood is affiliated with Women’s League of Conservative Judaism, a group of women who share a love for Judaism and Israel. We promote causes that embrace a tradition that includes Torah and deeds of loving kindness, working together in friendship to advance these ideals. Mutual support strengthens our goals and dreams for temple and sisterhood.
We welcome all women to attend our many engaging programs as well as monthly board meetings. You might be surprised to find out what fun we can have!
Check the calendar, the bulletin, the monitor, or your emails for program details.
Jane Silver, President, [email protected]
Coming Up:Friday, Oct. 12- Social Action/Sisterhood Pink Shabbat: Saturday, Oct. 13 Spotlight on Breast Cancer Awareness
Thursday, Nov. 11 Sisterhood Celebrates dinner
Saturday, Dec. 8 Latkes and Vodka Chanukah Cocktail Party
Coming up in 2019: Tu B’Shvat program, joint program with BH, International Women’s Day Shabbat, Purim Shushan Shindig, SH Shabbat, Passover cooking program, Donor Dinner.
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BROTHERHOODBrotherhood offers a variety of religious, educational, cultural and social programs and activities to stimulate the interest of its members in the B’nai Tikvah community, and to help foster and promote a spirit of fellowship and sociability. It is open to all Jewish males 18 years of age or older.
In addition to the fall programs listed below, annual Brotherhood events include: breakfasts with speakers, Brotherhood Shabbat, Passover Wine Tasting and Sale, and Yom Hashoah Candle program. Brotherhood also has a Scholarship Fund for students to help further their Jewish education.
Brotherhood is affiliated with the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs and holds several programs in conjunction with FJMC including the World Wide Wrap in February (teaching students and interested adults how to put on tefillin).
Harvey Levine, [email protected] Marshall Silberberg, [email protected]
Coming Up:Sunday, Sept. 23 Meeting & Sukkah Build Breakfast at 9:30 am
Sunday, Oct. 28 Keeper of the Flame (FJMC event) at Temple Emanuel in Newton, honor this year’s “Keeper of the Flame” Ed Shoenig
Sunday, Nov. 18 Brotherhood Indoor Flea Market
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Don’t Miss These:
Wednesday, Sept. 19: Break Fast Supper
Friday, Sept. 28: Kabbalat Shabbat and dinner in the Sukkah
Monday, Oct. 1: Simchat Torah celebration
Sunday, Nov. 18: Interfaith Thanksgiving service 5 pm
SOCIAL ACTION
B’nai Tikvah is a community grounded in Jewish values acting together to change the world in a positive way. We provide members of all ages and abilities with opportunities to carry out the mitzvah of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world through actions that will make the world a better place. Members are provided an opportunity to affirm the congregation’s ethical and social responsibilities to our communities by participating in social action and social advocacy and representing the temple in local community outreach programs concerning social and humanitarian issues.
Social action projects include: annual Mitzvah Day, food drive for Canton and Randolph Food Pantries and Jewish Family Table, social action Shabbats, voter registration drive, and making afghans for hospitalized veterans.
We also participate in CHAI — Community, Helping, Action, Involvement – the South Area Social Action Collaboration, working with other local Jewish organizations to help the greater community.
Ann Hartstein, [email protected]
Coming Up:Sunday, Sep. 23 Interfaith Mini-Walk for Hunger, a three-mile pledge walk that benefits Project Bread, steps off from Temple Beth David in Westwood
Sunday, Oct. 7 Learn more about the Ballot Questions in the November Election, 1 pm at the Temple
Friday, Oct. 12- Social Action/Sisterhood Pink Shabbat: Saturday, Oct. 13 Spotlight on Breast Cancer Awareness
Fall 2018 Gleaning: Pick crops after harvesting and deliver food to pantries
Chesed CommitteeSocial Action is working with the Chesed Committee to assist and visit temple members in their time of need for compassionate support.
If you would like a call or a visit or need help, call Judy Shapiro at 781-344-5760.
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SOFTBALL
B’nai Tikvah is part of the Men’s Softball Shul League, made up of about 30 area teams. Men over the age of 35 are eligible. The season runs from April to June and provides fun, sociability and camaraderie for many B’nai Tikvah members.
Info: Ken Gordon, [email protected]
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LIBRARY
The B’nai Tikvah Library has a collection of books on Jewish topics and Israel as well as books written by Jewish authors. In addition, The Lustbader/Babcock Holocaust Library and The Izzy Geller Education Series have funds that provide programs for adults members and religious school students on topics including but not limited to the Holocaust and Yom Hashoah. Check the bulletin and the temple website for details on upcoming programs.
Harriet Lavine, [email protected] Wendy Lustbader, [email protected] Stan Zoll, [email protected]
CANTON FALL CLASSIC
The Canton Fall Classic road race has been an annual event of our Temple community for 30 years! Volunteering to assist at the race is a great way to get involved and meet people.
This year’s race is on Sunday, October 28 and features 5K and 10K races beginning at 10 am, a senior walk at 9 am and a kids’ run at 9:45 am. More info is at wwww.cantonfallclassic.com.
Volunteers are needed! Please contact Melissa Mayer at 781-799-4894 or [email protected].
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