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The Week Ahead… December 3-9, 2018

By Debra Lytle - Friday, November 30th, 2018

Monday, December 3 – Hanukkah 2nd Candle

  • Parent-Tot Class, 9:00 – 11:00am
    Open to the public, this FREE weekly class for children up to 24-months in age and their parent(s) is a great way to meet other parents, exchange experiences, and provide an opportunity for the children to play together and engage in age-appropriate activities. We also read a book from PJ Library twice a month. Facilitator: Lindsey Embree. Various experts from different fields of child development and child-care will visit occasionally to share their expertise and provide opportunities for discussions. Feel free to bring your friends; it’s open to everyone! (PLEASE NOTE: We have a mandatory vaccination policy.) For more information, contact Nancy Auslander.
  • Open Mah Jongg Play – Mondays, 10:00am-12:00pm
    All levels welcome; men welcome, too. Come join the fun! For more information, contact Evelyn.

  • Adult Choir Rehearsal, 6:00pm
    For more information, contact Cantorial Soloist Nichole Chorny.

Tuesday, December 4 – Hanukkah 3rd Candle

  • Religious School, 4:00pm
     
  • B'nai Mitzvah Class, 4:00pm
     
  • Junior USY, 6:00pm
  • Talmud on Tuesday, 6:00pm (not held Dec. 4 & 25)
    The Talmud is an extensive compilation of teachings and opinions of thousands of rabbis over the centuries, covering matters of Jewish law, ethics, philosophy, history, customs, and more. We are currently studying Tractate Shabbat. Learn about the law and lore in the Talmud with Rabbi Robert Eisen as we dig deep into living Judaism. Open to all. No charge to attend.

Wednesday, December 5 – Hanukkah 4th Candle

  • “Gentle Chair Yoga” – Wednesdays, 9:30–10:30am
    Focus is on increased balance, strength and flexibility in a supportive group setting. Meditation and deep relaxation at end of each class leaves participants with positive healing energy and uplifted spirits. Dress comfortably. Members of Women’s League: $6 per class; non-members $8 per class. For more information, contact Evelyn.​
  • Weekday Torah Study Group – Wednesdays, 11:00am
    Informal and lively study discussion led by Rabbi Robert Eisen. (Occasionally lay-led.) Open to all. No charge to attend.

  • Senior USY, 6:00pm

Friday, December 7 – Hanukkah 6th Candle

  • “BOGO” Tot Shabbat Service & Dinner, service 5:45pm, dinner 6:15pm
    SEE FEATURED EVENT

Saturday, December 8 – Hanukkah 7th Candle

  • Shabbat’s Cool, 9:00am
    All families are invited to join us for this child-friendly Shabbat program. This service, led by and for kids of all ages, includes the reading and exploration of Torah; with a parallel learning session for parents 9:30-10:15am. Youth later have time to play outside & enjoy Shabbat lunch. For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.
  • Junior Congregation, 10:30am
    Join us for this teen-led Shabbat service for kids of all ages that includes a Torah service so the youth can take ownership of the service. For more information, contact Rabbi Barkan.

  • Shabbat Afternoon Torah Study, 3:30pm
    Open to all, this is an opportunity to become more involved in “living Judaism.” Lay-led. No charge to attend. Torah Portion: Mikkets

​Sunday, December 9 – Hanukkah 8th Candle

  • “Hanukkah & the Chocolate Factory” Hanukkah Party, 6:00pm
    SEE COMING UP…