Services & Events Calendar
Browse our services schedule, register for special events, and find Zoom and livestream links.
Updates every Thursday.
Join us for an inspiring, music-filled Shabbat service every Friday at 6:00 p.m. in our sanctuary and online (unless otherwise noted below).
Wednesday, November 26
~ MORE FOOD NEEDED ~
Let’s get ready to Pack Away Hunger!
4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Pack Away Hunger
In Person Only, Lobby
Volunteer to Pack Away Hunger
Our Temple community is always here for one another—and for our neighbors. Throughout November, we invite you to bring shelf-stable food to Temple. Then, on Wednesday, November 26, we will pack and deliver donations to food shelves across the Twin Cities.
If you want to help pack and/or deliver food, volunteer to Pack Away Hunger!
Thursday, November 27
Temple Offices closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
10:00 a.m. Thanksgiving Day Interfaith Service at the Basilica of Saint Mary
Join the Downtown Minneapolis Interfaith Senior Clergy for an Interfaith Prayer Service on Thanksgiving morning.
Faith leaders, including Rabbi Jason Rodich, and communities from across Minneapolis will gather to offer prayers of gratitude in a joyful spirit of togetherness. This service rotates between the downtown churches each year.
We thank the following people for sponsoring this evening’s oneg:
Lauren Baker & Eric Black in celebration of their 35th Wedding Anniversary.
Mim Cameron & Mike Ormond in celebration of their 45th wedding anniversary.
Sheri & Scott Yarosh in celebration of their 35th Wedding Anniversary.
The Temple Israel Sisterhood Giftshop.
Friday, November 28
Temple Offices closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, November 29
9:00 a.m. Torah Study with Rabbi Rodich
Torah portion Vayeitzei
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
Friday, December 5
Starry Starry Shabbat: All Generations. Every First Friday.
Music, Nosh, and Shabbat for All.
5:15 p.m. Pre-Oneg
6:00 p.m. Service
7:00 p.m. Post Oneg
Join us for Starry Starry Shabbat, Temple Israel’s new monthly celebration on the first Friday of each month!
Begin the evening with a lively oneg featuring delicious food, wine, live music, and kid-friendly options for families. Then, gather for an uplifting, intergenerational service filled with spirit and song.
At the start of the service, young children will enjoy a special story before having the option to depart early for a sweet treat. The service then continues with a focus on adults while remaining warm and welcoming for all.
After services, everyone is invited for dessert in the lobby. Young adults (ages 21–39) can also join Kehillah for a special post-service gathering with food, drinks, and time to connect.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
>>Mah Jongg Reminder: Today is the RSVP deadline for the December 7 game day.
Sunday, December 7, is drop in Mah Jongg from 9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. All are invited. All levels of play. No charge! RSVP to Gayle Deshong by text to 612-203-2422 the Friday before play date.
Saturday, December 6
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
In Person Only, Phillips Room
Schedule Update: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks will remain Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Hannah Simon, child of Leia & Stephen Simon.
Sunday, December 7
Chanukah Shopping Made Easy!
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Chanukah Boutique
Sisterhood Gift Shop, Temple Lobby
Chanukah Shopping Made Easy!
Find everything you need to celebrate and gift this season — menorahs, candles, gelt, hostess gifts, and fun finds for children, teens, and adults — at the Sisterhood Gift Shop. Featuring new arrivals from Michael Aram, Nambe (both 20% off), and Yair Emanuel. Plus, free gift wrap on every purchase!
Shop Hours:
Fridays 4:30–5:55 p.m.
Sundays 8:30–11:30 a.m.
Questions? Text Gayle Deshong: 612-203-2422
9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Drop In Mah Jongg
RSVP the Friday before play date
In Person Only
Temple Israel Sisterhood invites you to drop in Mah Jongg! All are invited. All levels of play. No charge! RSVP to Gayle Deshong by text to 612-203-2422 the Friday before play date.
Friday, December 12
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
>>Mah Jongg Reminder: Today is the RSVP deadline for the December 14 game day.
Sunday, December 14, is drop in Mah Jongg from 9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. All are invited. All levels of play. No charge! RSVP to Gayle Deshong by text to 612-203-2422 the Friday before play date.
Saturday, December 13
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Scarlet and Burton Rosen, children of Rachel Eastman Rosen & Sam Rosen.
11:00 a.m. Highlights in Jewish History with Dr. Joe Goldman
Zoom Only
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 989 189 606 95
Sunday, December 14
Erev Chanukah, First Candle
9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Drop In Mah Jongg
RSVP the Friday before play date
In Person Only
Temple Israel Sisterhood invites you to drop in Mah Jongg! All are invited. All levels of play. No charge! RSVP to Gayle Deshong by text to 612-203-2422 the Friday before play date.
December 15
Second Candle
December 16
Third Candle
December 17
Fourth Candle
December 18
Fifth Candle
Friday, December 19
Chanukah, Sixth Candle
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, December 20
Chanukah, Seventh Candle
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Moselle Ferri, child of Abigail & Andrew Ferri.
Sunday, December 21
Chanukah, Eighth Candle
Friday, December 26
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, December 27
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Sam Ritt, child of Lisa Reiner & Arnaud Ritt.
Friday, January 2
Starry Starry Shabbat: All Generations. Every First Friday.
Music, Nosh, and Shabbat for All.
5:15 p.m. Pre-Oneg
6:00 p.m. Service
7:00 p.m. Post Oneg
Join us for Starry Starry Shabbat, Temple Israel’s first Friday celebration!
Begin the evening with a lively oneg featuring delicious food, wine, live music, and kid-friendly options for families. Then, gather for an uplifting, intergenerational service filled with spirit and song.
At the start of the service, young children will enjoy a special story before having the option to depart early for a sweet treat. The service then continues with a focus on adults while remaining warm and welcoming for all.
After services, everyone is invited for dessert in the lobby. Young adults (ages 21–39) can also join Kehillah for a special post-service gathering with food, drinks, and time to connect.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, January 3
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
In Person Only, Phillips Room
Schedule Update: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks will remain Zoom only.
Friday, January 9
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, January 10
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Damiana Burnstein, child of Paul Burnstein & Donna Arriaga.
11:00 a.m. Highlights in Jewish History with Dr. Joe Goldman
Zoom Only
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 989 189 606 95
Friday, January 16
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, January 17
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Violet Vickers, child of Kelly & Benjamin Vickers.
Friday, January 23
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, January 24
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Frankie Klarfeld, child of Michele Horovitz & Adam Klarfeld.
Friday, January 30
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, January 31
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Josh Wexler, child of Erika & Orren Wexler.
Friday, February 6
>>Mah Jongg Reminder: Today is the RSVP deadline for the February 8 game day.
Sunday, February 8, is drop in Mah Jongg from 9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. All are invited. All levels of play. No charge! RSVP to Gayle Deshong by text to 612-203-2422 the Friday before play date.
Starry Starry Shabbat: All Generations. Every First Friday.
Music, Nosh, and Shabbat for All.
5:15 p.m. Pre-Oneg
6:00 p.m. Service
7:00 p.m. Post Oneg
Join us for Starry Starry Shabbat, Temple Israel’s first Friday celebration!
Begin the evening with a lively oneg featuring delicious food, wine, live music, and kid-friendly options for families. Then, gather for an uplifting, intergenerational service filled with spirit and song.
At the start of the service, young children will enjoy a special story before having the option to depart early for a sweet treat. The service then continues with a focus on adults while remaining warm and welcoming for all.
After services, everyone is invited for dessert in the lobby. Young adults (ages 21–39) can also join Kehillah for a special post-service gathering with food, drinks, and time to connect.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, February 7
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
In Person Only, Phillips Room
Schedule Update: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks will remain Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Seth Furman, child of Lisa Pollack Furman & Andrew Furman.
Sunday, February 8
9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Drop In Mah Jongg
RSVP the Friday before play date
In Person Only
Temple Israel Sisterhood invites you to drop in Mah Jongg! All are invited. All levels of play. No charge! RSVP to Gayle Deshong by text to 612-203-2422 the Friday before play date.
Friday, February 13
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, February 14
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
11:00 a.m. Highlights in Jewish History with Dr. Joe Goldman
Zoom Only
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 989 189 606 95
Friday, February 20
>>Mah Jongg Reminder: Today is the RSVP deadline for the February 22 game day.
Sunday, February 22, is drop in Mah Jongg from 9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. All are invited. All levels of play. No charge! RSVP to Gayle Deshong by text to 612-203-2422 the Friday before play date.
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, February 21
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
In Person Only
Including the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony of Michael Sparber, child of Anchlee Nimitbunanan and Josh Sparber.
Sunday, February 22
9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Drop In Mah Jongg
RSVP the Friday before play date
In Person Only
Temple Israel Sisterhood invites you to drop in Mah Jongg! All are invited. All levels of play. No charge! RSVP to Gayle Deshong by text to 612-203-2422 the Friday before play date.
Friday, February 27
5:15 p.m. Oneg Reception
Lobby
Come for a light nosh and socialize in community before the service.
Did you know you can sponsor a oneg? Click here to fill out the form to sponsor an oneg. Recognize a special moment, honor a loved one, or share gratitude with a oneg. Your generosity will be recognized on your selected Shabbat. Questions? Contact Judith Friedman at jfriedman@templeisrael.com or 612-374-0342.
6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service
Sanctuary · Stream
Livestream the service
Saturday, February 28
9:00 a.m. Torah Study
Zoom Only*
To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04
*Note: Torah Study will meet in person only at Temple Israel on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.
Check back for updates!