| August 11 - September 8 |
Elul Reflections E-List
Receive a short daily e-mail reflection for each day of the month of Elul, traditionally the time to prepare for the High Holy Days. To participate, please send an e-mail to e-learning@templeisrael.com.
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September
2010 |
>> Click here to view the September 2010 HaKol. |
September
2010 |
 Sisterhood’s Rosh HaShanah
Honey Fundraiser
Are you looking for a way to
send sweet New Year’s greetings
to your friends and family
across the miles and your clients
near and far? Sisterhood’s
Rosh HaShanah “Money from
Honey” fundraiser is the perfect
way to get it done right.
For only $13 you can ship a jar
of honey anywhere in the country,
and for a small additional
charge you can ship around
the world, all in time to wish
friends and loved ones L’Shanah
Tovah. All proceeds benefit
Temple Israel educational
endeavors.
>> Click here to order your honey.
For more information, please contact our fundraiser chairs:
Denise Fogel at 612-889-1669 or denise.fogel@comcast.net
Aviva Weisberg at 612-702-4726 or avivanw@hotmail.com.
>> Click here to view the flyer and paper order form.
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Friday,
September 3
6:00 p.m.
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Erev Shabbat Worship Service
Join our clergy for an Erev Shabbat service. |
Saturday,
September 4
9:00 a.m. |
Torah Study
Join in an instructive and spirited discussion of the week's Torah portion led by Rabbi Marcia Zimmerman. Gain a better understanding of Torah and its relevance to contemporary life through study and dialogue.
This week's Torah portion: Nitzavim-Vayeilech, Deut. 29:9–31:30.
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Saturday,
September 4
10:30 a.m. |
Congregational Shabbat Morning Service
Please join us for a congregational Shabbat morning service including the Bat Mitzvah of Madeline Richter. All are welcome at a Kiddush luncheon following the service.
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Saturday,
September 4
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Community-Wide S’lichot Service
In a world where we multitask and yell at others in capital letters through computer screens…have we lost the art of civility?
Join us at Temple Israel for a S’lichot discussion regarding the Jewish concept of derech eretz, “polite, respectful and civilized behavior,” with Rabbis Cohen, Kravitz and Zimmerman. Together we will study the Jewish texts that guide our behavior, and analyze how technology affects our personal interactions. Don’t miss Rabbi Glaser’s humorous monologue to start our discussion.
8:30 p.m. Art Exhibit and Wine & Cheese Reception
S’lichot: Redemption, Reconciliation and Rebirth
9:00 p.m. Havdallah Service
9:30 p.m. Derech Eretz Panel Discussion
10:30 p.m. Dessert Reception
11:00 p.m. S’lichot Service
>> Click here for more information about the Art Exhibit.
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| Wednesday, September 8 |
Erev Rosh HaShanah Worship Services
4:45 p.m. Erev Rosh HaShanah Sanctuary Service
4:45 p.m. Erev Rosh HaShanah Nefesh Service
7:00 p.m. Erev Rosh HaShanah Sanctuary Service
9:00 p.m. Erev Rosh HaShanah Sanctuary Service
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| Thursday, September 9 |
Rosh HaShanah Worship Services
8:45 a.m. Rosh HaShanah Sanctuary Service
8:45 a.m. Rosh HaShanah Youth-Led Creative Service
9:00 a.m. Tot - 2nd Grade Tashlich Service* -NEW-
11:30 a.m. Rosh HaShanah Sanctuary Service
11:30 a.m. Rosh HaShanah Youth-Led Creative Service
11:30 a.m. Tashlich Service*
2:15 p.m. Tot - 2nd Grade Family Service
2:15 p.m. 3rd - 6th Grade Family Service -NEW-
2:30 p.m. Tashlich Service*
* Lay-led Tashlich services are held on the south side of Lake of the Isles, please click here for more information.
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Friday,
September 10
6:00 p.m.
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Erev Shabbat Worship Service
Join our clergy for an Erev Shabbat service. |
Saturday,
September 11
9:00 a.m. |
Torah Study
Join in an instructive and spirited discussion of the week's Torah portion led by Rabbi David Wirtschafter. Gain a better understanding of Torah and its relevance to contemporary life through study and dialogue.
This week's Torah portion: Haazinu, Deut. 32:1–52.
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Saturday,
September 11
and
Sunday,
September 12
9:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
Religious School Opening Day Program
Help us kickoff the 2010-2011 school year. Meet-and-greet in your child’s classroom, gather for our service and schtick-song, then join our clergy for a “Mini JL@TI” (Jewish Learning @ Temple Israel) session designed for our busy Religious School parents. A light nosh will be sponsored by our Men’s Club. Mark your calendars and be a part of these special mornings.
Childcare will be provided for children ages 2 - 5; make your reservation by calling 612-374-0324.
“Mini JL@TI” Courses:
Death as a part of Life - How to talk to your kids about death and dying (Rabbi Zimmerman).
Kabbalah 101 - An introduction of Kabbalistic themes and meditation (Rabbi Glaser).
Reel Theology - A review of the film “My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” along with a conversation about ethnicity and being a minority in American culture (Rabbi Saks).
Give My Regards to Broadway - An explanation of how Jewish composers shaped theater music (Cantor Abelson).
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Saturday,
September 11
10:30 a.m. |
Jewish Renewal Service
Join us for an innovative and inspiring Jewish Renewal service embracing a mixture of heartfelt prayers, chants, meditation, music, movement, d'var Torah and meaningful discussion. Musical instruments are encouraged. A light Kiddush will follow this service.
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Sunday,
September 12
9:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
Religious School Opening Day Program
Help us kickoff the 2010-2011 school year. Meet-and-greet in your child’s classroom, gather for our service and schtick-song, then join our clergy for a “Mini JL@TI” (Jewish Learning @ Temple Israel) session designed for our busy Religious School parents. A light nosh will be sponsored by our Men’s Club. Mark your calendars and be a part of these special mornings.
Childcare will be provided for children ages 2 - 5; make your reservation by calling 612-374-0324.
“Mini JL@TI” Courses:
Death as a part of Life - How to talk to your kids about death and dying (Rabbi Zimmerman).
Kabbalah 101 - An introduction of Kabbalistic themes and meditation (Rabbi Glaser).
Reel Theology - A review of the film “My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” along with a conversation about ethnicity and being a minority in American culture (Rabbi Saks).
Give My Regards to Broadway - An explanation of how Jewish composers shaped theater music (Cantor Abelson).
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Sunday,
September 12
11:30 a.m. |
High Holy Day Season Memorial Service
Join our clergy for our annual High Holy Day Season Memorial Service which will be held at the Temple Israel Memorial Park located at 42nd Street and Third Avenue South.
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September
13 and 15
6:00 - 8:30 p.m. |
TIPTY High Holy Days Creative
Service Rehearsals
Be a part of the TIPTY choir that sings, leads worship, reads Torah and instrumentalizes on Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur mornings. There is nothing quite like participating in some of the most exciting worship experiences at the holiest time of our year. Bring your voices, your spirit and your instruments. Dinner will be provided on September 13, and plentiful snacks will be provided at each rehearsal.
For more information, please contact Barb Nesheim at 612-374-0315 or bnesheim@templeisrael.com.
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| Friday, September 17 |
Erev Yom Kippur Worship Services
4:45 p.m. Erev Yom Kippur Sanctuary Service
4:45 p.m. Erev Yom Kippur Nefesh Service
7:00 p.m. Erev Yom Kippur Sanctuary Service
9:00 p.m. Erev Yom Kippur Sanctuary Service
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| Saturday, September 18 |
Yom Kippur Worship Services
8:45 a.m. Yom Kippur Sanctuary Service
8:45 a.m. Yom Kippur Youth-Led Creative Service
11:30 a.m. Yom Kippur Sanctuary Service
11:30 a.m. Yom Kippur Youth-Led Creative Service
1:30 p.m. Study Session
2:15 p.m. Yom Kippur Family Service
3:45 p.m. Yom Kippur Afternoon, Healing, Yizkor
and Nefesh Ne’ilah Services
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Saturday, September 18
Following Ne'ilah Service
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Yom Kippur Break-the-Fast
Join our clergy and our congregation for a delicious Break-the-Fast, sponsored by our Sisterhood. Free of charge. No reservations necessary.
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Sunday, September 19
5:30 p.m. |
New Horizons Dinner
For Temple members 70 and over, join us for an evening of dinner and musical entertainment with singer Tony Garry on guitar and harmonica.
Please contact Wendy Schwartz at 612-374-0344 or wschwartz@templeisrael.com for more information.
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Monday, September 20
5:45 p.m. |
BBQ Dinner/Decorate our Sukkahs with Sisterhood and Men’s Club
Bring your family and help us to build and decorate our indoor and outdoor sukkahs at Temple Israel. To help, please contact Christine Levin at 952-470-8148 or cslevin11@msn.com.
Men’s Club will provide a delicious hot dog BBQ dinner.
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Mondays, September 20, 2010 -
May 23, 2011
6:30 - 9:00 p.m. |
Introduction to Judaism
Fee: $325/Individual or Couple (includes books and materials)
Introduction to Judaism is for anyone who wants to refresh his or her Judaic knowledge, is considering conversion to Judaism, or is interested in discovering more about the foundations of Judaism. This class covers the basic beliefs, observances and philosophy of Jewish religion, culture and history. The format is lively and interactive. This class will also introduce the Hebrew alphabet and key Hebrew vocabulary.
For more information or to register contact Wendy Schwartz, Adult Learning Coordinator, at 612-374-0344 or wschwartz@templeisrael.com.
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Wednesday, September 22
6:00 p.m. |
Erev Sukkot Worship Service
Join our clergy for Erev Sukkot Worship Service
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Thursday, September 23
10:30 a.m. |
Sukkot Morning Worship Service
Please join us for a Sukkot morning service. A light Kiddush will immediately follow the service.
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Friday,
September 24
6:00 p.m.
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Erev Shabbat Worship Service
Join our clergy for an Erev Shabbat service. |
Saturday,
September 25
9:00 a.m. |
Torah Study
Join in an instructive and spirited discussion
of the week's Torah portion led by Rabbi
Sim Glaser. Gain a better
understanding of Torah and its relevance
to contemporary life through study and
dialogue.
This week's Torah portion: Chol HaMoeid Sukkot,
Exodus 33:12-34:26,
Deuteronomy 8:1-10.
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Saturday, September 25
10:30 a.m.
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Congregational Shabbat Morning Service
Please join us for a congregational Shabbat morning service including the B'nai Mitzvah of Lauren Fine and Cade
Gleekel. All are welcome at a Kiddush luncheon following the service.
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Saturday, September 25
7:00 p.m. |
Sisterhood Sukkot Celebration
Join us for a Sisterhood Sukkot celebration evening at Temple. Enjoy Havdalah, wine and appetizers with your Sisterhood friends. Bring a friend or your spouse and
a savory appetizer ready to share. Sisterhood will provide sangria, cider and treats to celebrate the beginning
of a sweet new year. Cost is only $3.00 per person.
Please RSVP to sheriyarosh@yahoo.com or 651-645-0219 by September 17.
>> Click here for more information.
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Sunday, September 26
9:45 a.m. |
Religious School Consecration Service
Celebrate the consecration of all kindergarten and new Religious School students, as they embark upon their formal Jewish education at Temple Israel. A breakfast sponsored by our Temple Israel Men’s Club will immediately follow this service. |
Sunday Mornings
September 26, 2010 –
May 15, 2011 |
Adult Hebrew Classes
Hebrew I (Adult Beginners) 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Perhaps you’ve never had the opportunity to study Hebrew before. Maybe you’re looking for a refresher. Or maybe you’d like to learn Hebrew as your children begin their study of the language. This class covers the basics of Hebrew letter recognition and reading.
Hebrew II (Adult Intermediate) 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Pre-requisite for the Adult Anshei Mitzvah Program
This class follows the Hebrew I course. We will study Hebrew vocabulary, grammar, reading and prayers. The second half of this course will be devoted to “siddur study,” with an emphasis on reading prayers and understanding their meaning and place in the service.
For more information or to register contact Wendy Schwartz, Adult Learning Coordinator, at 612-374-0344 or wschwartz@templeisrael.com.
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Monday, September 27
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. |
Kabbalah Sparks
Rabbi Sim Glaser leads this monthly study and meditation on Kabbalistic themes. Some familiarity with the basics of Jewish mysticism is encouraged, but all inquisitive seekers are welcome. Come continuously, once in a while, often, never, or eternally, as fits your desire and schedule. This class is free and open to all.
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Wednesday, September 29
Congregational Dinner, 5:15 p.m.
Service, 6:00 p.m. |
Erev Simchat Torah Service and Dinner
Join us for an exciting and fun-filled Simchat Torah celebration led by our clergy and 5th grade students. We will march around the sanctuary with our Torah scrolls to the tunes of the infamous Rock n’(Un)Rolling Scrolls Klezmer Band as we conclude with the last verse and begin the Torah again.
Please RSVP for dinner, which is free of charge, by contacting Regan at 612-374-0314 or rmccormack@templeisrael.com.
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Thursday, September 30
10:30 a.m.. |
Simchat Torah Morning and Yizkor Service
Please join us for a Simchat Torah morning service. Yizkor will be recited. A light Kiddush will follow the service.
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Saturday,
October 23
8:00 p.m. |
Temple Israel's 10th Annual Benefit
Voices of Inspiration: A Night with Freakonomics Co-Author Stephen J. Dubner.
>> Click here for Benefit and ticket information.
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