Sisterhood Kick Off Luncheon in the Sukkah
2023-10-08 11:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
SISTERHOOD OF TEMPLE EMMANUEL

ANNUAL KICK OFF EVENT

When: Sunday October 8, 2023

Time: 11:30 AM
Where: Weather permitting on the Temple patio, in and around the Sukkah; indoors if necessary
Food: Dairy and Vegetarian Brunch

Bring: BOOKS to swap, donations for Wakefield Food Pantry

Program: Jordon Scott, talented singer and son of Sisterhood member Ellen Scott will perform a medley of songs. Ellen will join Jordon for a duet or two!

Dues $54 for 2023-24: Pay in person day of event, by mail with check made out to Sisterhood of Temple Emmanuel and mailed to Temple Emmanuel 120 Chestnut St. Wakefield, Ma 01880 att: Sisterhood or online https://donorbox.org/sisterhood-dues-2023-2024

RSVP by October 1st to Sue Hochberg: Shochberg.sh@gmail.com

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers Special Program
2023-10-22 11:00 - 13:00
Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
Special Program
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Guided Tour with a Jewish Twist

Join Volunteer Docent Helen Abrams as she guides us on a walking tour of selected
sections of the cemetery and shares stories about some of the most interesting and
colorful Jewish residents of Mount Auburn. Did you know that Bernard Malamud, Felix
Frankfurter, I.F. Stone, Edwin Land, Anthony Lewis and Abraham Maslow are among
the famous Jews buried there?
When: Sunday October 22, 2023 Rain or Shine
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where: Mount Auburn Cemetery 580 Mt. Auburn St. Cambridge
https://www.mountauburn.org/?cache
Meeting location: Visitor’s Center inside Story Chapel, enter through Main Gate on Mount
Auburn Street. Restrooms are available in the Chapel
Parking: Parking is available on any of the roads in the cemetery that are not marked with a
green line, as long as all four tires are kept on the pavement and off the lawn in order to protect
the plantings.
Misc: It is recommended that you bring umbrellas, appropriate clothing, comfortable shoes, and
a water bottle. It should be noted that eating is not allowed on the grounds.
Cost: $20 PP: The fee covers the cost of the docent, tips at your discretion. Payment can
be made online: https://donorbox.org/wakefield-sisterhood-general (note for Mt. Auburn
tour) or by check mailed to Temple Emmanuel 120 Chestnut St. Wakefield 01880
att: Sisterhood on the envelope or presented in person the day of event. Please, no cash.
RSVP: By October 14th to Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com .
Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760

Coffee & Bagels followed by a Walk for All at 11:00
2023-11-05 10:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday November 5, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM
Preceded by Bagels/Coffee/Tea (sponsored by the Temple) at 10 AM In Weitzman Hall
Where: Temple Emmanuel Neighborhood
Meeting location: Temple Emmanuel
RSVP: Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com . Please let me know if you are coming
Trail information: Streets around the Temple neighborhood, hilly
Sue H’s cell day of the walk: 781-258-7760

Sisterhood Program presents Elizabeth Splaine, author and opera singer
2023-11-12 13:00 - 15:00
The Sisterhood of Temple Emmanuel
invites the community
to an afternoon of talk and music
with
Elizabeth Splaine, author and vocalist
https://elizabethsplaineauthor.com/
Sunday November 12, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Temple Emmanuel 120 Chestnut St Wakefield, MA
$10 pp (Sisterhood members $5) cash or checks payable at the door
RSVP to Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com
Learn how Beth began her career as a professional opera singer and
voice teacher. Fifteen years later, her creative mind turned to writing! Beth
has written five books including a medical thriller, Devil’s Grace, and
Swan Song. She now combines a career in both music and writing! Her
presentation will include several songs that complement characters from
her books that were written for those 12 to 92. How fun!
Swan Song is a fascinating look into the world of German opera through the eyes
of a “mischling,” a half Jewish opera singer during the 1930s with messages for
our times. Elizabeth’s Steel Butterflies is a young adult novel based on true
events. Steel Butterflies is about an unlikely friendship between a teenage girl and
a former WWI spy.

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2024-01-14 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday January 14, 2024 weather dependent
Time: 11 AM
Where: Woods/trails behind Susan Silbovitz’s home
Meeting location: 9 Vine Brook Way, Woburn
Parking: Spaces in lot at meeting location
RSVP: Please RSVP to me via email up to the day of the walk
MISC: Approximately a 45 minute walk, dress for walking on trails in the woods. Hot vegetarian soup will await you upon completion of the walk!
Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760

BRING STURDY WATERPROOF (IF YOU HAVE THEM) SHOES/BOOTS!
ALSO, BRING A WALKING STICK IF YOU WANT

Sisterhood Board Meeting
2024-01-22 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-01-13 19:30 - 20:30

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers at Breakheart Reservation
2024-02-04 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday February 4, weather permitting
Time: 11:00 AM
Where: Breakheart Reservation
Meeting location: Northeast Regional High School 100 Hemlock Rd. Wakefield, entrance to Breakheart
Parking: NRHS parking lot. Note: it is partially a construction site, but still OK to park
RSVP: Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com. Please let me know if you are coming
Trail information: 3 mile paved loop, shady, hilly in places, rest area/bathroom 1/2 way
Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760

Sisterhood Movie & Pizza Night
2024-02-04 16:00 - 20:00
MOVIE: SIMCHAS and SORROWS
Hybrid for 2024. Watch at home or at Liz’s house
Available on Prime video and other options

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4 2024
4:00 – Joe’s Pizza & Salad & Dessert
5:00 – MOVIE: SIMCHAS and SORROWS
Even if you’ve seen this film already, come enjoy the company
7:00 – DISCUSSION, LIVE AND ON ZOOM

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82145118599?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 821 4511 8599
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Simchas and Sorrows is an independent romantic comedy about a
secular, free-spirited artist and former Catholic schoolgirl, Agnes, who must
come to terms with religion in order to marry the love of her life – Levi.
Shocked by a surprise pregnancy, the earnest Agnes decides to begin
converting to Judaism, in order to be accepted by Levi’s more conservative
Jewish family. The film explores an evolving, modern Judaism, orthodoxies
and hypocrisy, sibling rivalry, modern love, mental illness, artistic
inheritance, and anti-semitism. In other words, something for everyone.
Location: Liz Freeman’s house, 8 Dexter Lane, Wakefield

RSVP: Lindentree85@comcast.net
Or call Liz 781-246-2836 to reserve your seat by Feb 1

Free – we have the menu covered – just bring yourself!

"Shattered Stars, Healing Hearts," Holocaust Memoir Presentation
2024-02-25 11:30 - 13:00
Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield invites you to a special event

Shattered Stars, Healing Hearts:
Unraveling My Father’s Holocaust Survival Story

With Irene Stern Frielich
Sunday February 25, 2024 at 11:30 AM
Author Irene Stern Frielich shares the inspirational story of her family’s escape
from Germany on Kristallnacht in 1938. Irene’s father was 12 years old when they
fled their home and crossed the border to the Netherlands. Her book Shattered
Stars Healing Hearts retraces the Stern-Herzfeld family’s steps to freedom.
Join us for an engaging multi-media presentation where Irene chronicles her
family’s journey from 1938-1945. Irene shares excerpts from her father’s
testimonial where he finally shares the dramatic experiences of the war.
Irene describes 3 transformational trips to Germany and Holland she made with
her own family in 2018-19. She is deeply grateful to the 18 courageous individuals
who helped her family survive the Holocaust. Shattered Stars Healing Hearts
offers a message of hope, peace and caution for the world in which we live
today. The presentation will be followed by an opportunity for Q&A and a book
signing.
Bagels and refreshments will be served
$10 donation, cash or check at the door
No charge for children and students (recommended for children 12 and older)
Contact Ellen at gesjscott@gmail.com or call 781-245-1886 to attend

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2024-03-03 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday March 3, 2024 Weather permitting
Time: 11:00 AM
Where: Horn Pond, Woburn Mass
https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/massachusetts/horn-pond-recreation-area?ref=result-card
Meeting location: Lake Ave Parking Lot
Parking: If there are no spaces in the lot, park around the pond or at another lot, but meet in the Lake Ave parking lot. I am thinking it will be crowded given the predicted good weather. Might want to give yourself some extra time to find parking and walk to the meeting place.
RSVP: Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com
Trail information: In addition to the paved loop around the pond, there are trails leading off the main trail. Refer to web site
Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2024-04-07 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday April 7, 2024 Weather permitting
Time: 11:00 AM
Where: Lake Quannapowitt, Wakefield, MA
Meeting location: Vets Field parking lot North Ave, Wakefield
Parking: Options: Vets Field Parking Lot on North Ave Wakefield or Lakeside Ave off of North Ave
RSVP: Text 781-258-7760 or email shochberg.sh@gmail.com
Trail information:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/massachusetts/lake-quannapowitt-trail options for shorter walks, can decide route day of walk
Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760

Sisterhood Annual Meeting
2024-04-14 19:30 - 21:00

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2024-05-05 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday May 5, weather permitting
Time: 11:00 AM
Where: Breakheart Reservation
Meeting location: Northeast Regional High School 100 Hemlock Rd. Wakefield, entrance to Breakheart
Parking: NRHS parking lot. Note: it is partially a construction site, but still OK to park
RSVP: Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com. Please let me know if you are coming
Trail information: 3 mile paved loop, shady, hilly in places, rest area/bathroom 1/2 way
Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760

Erev Shabbat Celebration with Sisterhood Participation
2024-05-10 19:30 - 21:00

Sisterhood Donor Dinner
2024-05-23 18:00 - 20:30
THURSDAY MAY 23, 2024
6:00 PM
Jimmy’s Steer House
Saugus, MA

The Donor Dinner Planning Committee is pleased to announce that this year our annual Donor Dinner event will be held in a restaurant for the first time since 2019! From 2020-2023 we gathered together on Zoom, picnicked outside on the Temple grounds and, last year, dined inside the Temple.
Historically, Donor Dinner is the final event of our calendar year. As an important fundraiser for the Chai School, it is also a time to socialize and honor a deserving community member. The formal invitation with all the details will follow mid to end of April.
This event is open to current, past members and anyone interested in Sisterhood. Hope you can make it!

Sisterhood Board Meeting
2024-07-11 19:30 - 21:00
Join Sisterhood Board Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87065248517?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 870 6524 8517
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2024-07-14 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday July 14th, (second Sunday of the month)

Time: 11:00 AM

Where: Breakheart Reservation: shade and bathrooms!

Meeting location: Northeast Regional High School 100 Hemlock Rd. Wakefield.

Parking: Parking lot in front of the building. Please note that there is construction going on, but parking is still available

RSVP: Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com . Please let me know if you are coming so we don’t leave without you.

Trail information: 3 mile paved loop, hilly in places, rest area/bathroom 1/2 way.

Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2024-08-04 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday August 4th

Time: 11:00 AM

Where: Breakheart Reservation: shade and bathrooms!

Meeting location: Northeast Regional High School 100 Hemlock Rd. Wakefield.

Parking: Parking lot in front of the building. Please note that there is construction going on, but parking is still available

RSVP: Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com . Please let me know if you are coming so we don’t leave without you.

Trail information: 3 mile paved loop, hilly in places, rest area/bathroom 1/2 way.

Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760

Sisterhood Mitzvah Day
2024-08-25 09:30 - 11:30
Sunday, August 25 at 9:30 AM
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

It is hoped you will consider rolling up your sleeves and cleaning as we have done the last two years. Yes, we have a cleaner, but he does not do the details. Cleaning the kitchen and the glass cabinets in Weizmann Hall will be the main focus.
Please, let me know if you will be coming on 8/25.
contact Sue Hochberg: shochberg.sh@gmail.com

Sisterhood Kick-off Brunch & Speaker
2024-09-22 11:30 - 13:30
The Sisterhood of Temple Emmanuel invites you to its Annual Kick Off Event
Sunday September 22, 2024 at 11:30 AM
Vegetarian and Dairy Brunch

Guest Speaker and Author Barbara Vinick, affiliate of Hadassah-Brandeis
Institute
100 Jewish Brides: Stories from Around the World
Attendees are encouraged to bring photos and any artifacts about weddings including wedding dresses in their families. Barbara will begin with stories she has collected and then open for the audience to share their interesting family stories from recent weddings and those long ago.
https://www.amazon.com/100-Jewish-Brides-Stories-Around/dp/0253068363

Brunch and program: Members free, non-members $10
Dues for the calendar year 2024-25 are $54.00
Pay at the door, mail to the Temple or pay on the Temple website https://www.wakefieldtemple.org/sisterhood/

In addition to wedding memorabilia, bring books to swap and donations for the
Wakefield Food Pantry
RSVP by Monday Sept 16, 2024 to Sue Hochberg: shochberg.sh@gmail.com

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2024-10-13 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday October 13, 2024 weather dependent
Time: 11 AM, see below for further information
Where: Temple Emmanuel Neighborhood
Meeting location: Temple Emmanuel 120 Chestnut St
Parking: Street parking
RSVP: Please RSVP to Sue H 781-258-7760
Additional information: The walk will start at 11, but please consider coming early to help return the sanctuary to pre RH/Yom Kippur status. Additionally, the Succah will be set up. Good time to bring a Succah decoration, too.
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Save the Date: November 3, 2024 Trails and Soup at Susan Silbovitz’s

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2024-11-03 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday November 3, 2024 weather dependent
Time: 11 AM
Where: Woods/trails behind Susan Silbovitz’s home
Meeting location: 9 Vine Brook Way, Woburn
Parking: Spaces in lot at meeting location
RSVP: Please RSVP to Sue H 781-258-7760
MISC: Approximately a 45 minute walk, dress for walking on trails in the woods. Recommend sturdy, waterproof footwear and a walking stick if you have them. After the walk, Susan will have a pot of hot vegetarian soup and bread ready for us to warm up.

Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-77

Sisterhood Arts & Crafts Program
2024-11-10 13:00 - 15:00
HAMSA OR FLOWER MAKING EVENT

This clay hand-building workshop is for all who are interested in working with their hands to make a decorative Hamsa or flower wall hanging. Join Claudia Arnoff, co-owner of Ceramica Paint Studio, in creating a beautiful ceramic piece of your own!
Claudia will teach the technique of hand-building with clay. Participants will create the elements for their wall hangings from slabs of clay. Working with slabs is as easy as making cookies!
All tools and glazes will be provided.
Pieces will be fired and available to assemble within ten days.
Sisterhood members and non-members are invited to attend.

Date: Sunday Nov 10th —– Time: 1-3 PM
Location: Ceramica Paint Studio – 380 Main St Stoneham (on street parking)
RSVP: Sue Hochberg: shochberg.sh@gmail.com , by Nov 1st
Cost: $40 pp
Payment: at the door, cash or check

Snacks/beverages: will be provided

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2024-12-08 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday December 8, 2024 weather permitting at 11 AM

Where: Middlesex Fells Reservation, Healthy Heart Trail

Meeting Location: 26 South Ave., Melrose (Laura Canter’s home)

Parking: On-street parking at South Ave or tandem park in Laura’s driveway

RSVP: Please RSVP to Sue H C: 781-258-7760

MISC: Approximately 60 minute walk, starting on sidewalks from Laura’s house. The whole walk will be about 2.5 miles. Please dress for walking on trails in the woods. Recommend sturdy footwear and a walking stick if you have them (Laura has a few extras). Laura will provide hot beverages and a snack at her home afterward.

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2025-01-05 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday January 5, 2025 weather permitting
Time: 11:00 AM
Where: Breakheart Reservation
Meeting location: Northeast Regional High School Parking Lot, 100 Hemlock Rd. Wakefield
Parking: Parking lot in front of the building. Please note that there is construction going on, a new school, but parking is still available
RSVP: Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com. Please let me know if you are coming so we don’t leave without you.
Trail information: 3 mile paved loop, hilly in places, rest area/bathroom 1/2 way.
Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers-CANCELLED due to snow
2025-02-09 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday, February 9, weather dependent
Time: 11 AM, see below for further information
Where: Temple Emmanuel Neighborhood
Meeting location: Temple Emmanuel 120 Chestnut St
Parking: Street parking
RSVP: Please RSVP to Sue H 781-258-7760
Additional information: The walk will start at 11, but you are welcome to come at 10:30 for a Coffee & Chat!

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2025-03-02 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday March 2, 2025 weather permitting
Time: 11:00 AM
Where: Breakheart Reservation
Meeting location: Northeast Regional High School 100 Hemlock Rd. Wakefield.
Parking: Parking lot in front of the building. Please note that there is construction going on, a new school, but parking is still available
RSVP: Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com. Please let me know if you are coming so we don’t leave without you.
Trail information: 3 mile paved loop, hilly in places, rest area/bathroom 1/2 way.
Sue H’s Cell : 781-258-7760

Sisterhood Annual Meeting including Election of Officers
2025-04-28 19:30 - 21:00

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2025-05-04 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday May 4, 2025 Weather permitting
Time: 11:00 AM
Where: Horn Pond, Woburn Mass
https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/massachusetts/horn-pond-recreation-area?ref=result-card
Meeting location: Lake Ave Parking lot
Parking: If there are no spaces in the lot, park around the pond or at another lot, but meet in the Lake Ave parking lot.
RSVP: Let me know if you can make it via text 781-258-7760 or email shochberg.sh@gmail.com
Trail information: In addition to the paved loop around the pond, there are trails leading off the main trail. Refer to web site
Sue H’s Cell for day of the walk: 781-258-7760
