Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield

Erev Shabbat and Sukkot Celebration
2025-10-10 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)

Shabbat and Sukkot Morning Celebration
2025-10-11 09:30 - 11:00

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2025-10-12 11:00 - 12:00
Susan Silbovitz will be hosting this walk. After the walk, Susan will have 2 pots of hot vegetarian soup and bread ready for us.

When: Sunday October 12, 2025 weather permitting
Time: 11 AM
Where: Woods/trails behind Susan Silbovitz’s home
Meeting location: 9 Vine Brook Way, Woburn
Parking available

MISC: Approximately 45 minute walk, dress for walking on trails in the woods. Recommend sturdy, waterproof footwear and a walking stick if you have them.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Sue H C: 781-258-7760. If possible, please let me know as soon as you can as Susan S needs a headcount for food prep; however, last minute RSVPS are always welcome.

Erev Shemini Atzeret (No Services)
2025-10-13

Shemini Atzeret Services with Yizkor
2025-10-14 09:30 - 11:30

Simchat Torah Family Celebration
2025-10-14 18:30 - 20:00

Special Congregational Membership Meeting
2025-10-16 19:00 - 19:30
There will be a
Special Congregational Membership Meeting
of Temple Emmanuel
Thursday October 16, 2025 7:00 PM
at the Temple and on Zoom
with one agenda item.
The Board of Directors of Temple Emmanuel has approved the expenditure of up to $42,000 for the replacement of the two boilers/furnaces and associated piping and electrical work for the Temple.
We need to make a quorum so please take a few moments to join the Zoom meeting or come to the Temple to discuss and vote on this important issue.

Join Meeting
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Meeting ID: 845 6513 1044
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Temple Board Meeting
2025-10-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-11 19:30 - 21:00

Jewish Meditation Circle
2025-10-17 19:30 - 20:30

Shabbat Morning Celebration
2025-10-18 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-08 09:30 - 11:00

Game Night with Vegetarian Yummies!
2025-10-18 18:00 - 21:00
Please fill out this form if you are planning on joining us!
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or use this QR code:

Sisterhood Kick-Off Brunch & Event
2025-10-19 11:30 - 13:30
The Sisterhood of Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield cordially invites you to the
Annual Kick-Off Event
Sunday October 19, 2025, 11:30 AM
Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield
120 Chestnut St
Wakefield, MA
Vegetarian, Dairy Brunch
Guest Speaker: Dr. Alma Barozzi, Linguist, Educator and Author
Alma Barozzi’s “What kind of name is that?” trilogy offers a regional and country-by-country exploration of naming practices on three continents—Europe, Asia, and Africa. Her first book subtitled “European Surnames: Meanings and Traditions” traces the evolution of surname patterns on the European continent from the dawn of inheritable family names. The second volume examines naming traditions across Asia, including a chapter on naming practices in Israel and the Jewish Diaspora. The final book turns to Africa, highlighting the remarkable diversity of personal naming customs across the continent.
The author, born in Romania and proficient in several languages, holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics. Are you curious about the origins of your family name? Following the presentation, guests will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A with the author. All three What kind of name is that? books are available on Amazon in both print and digital formats, and will also be offered at the event.
All are welcome: Members free, non-members $10.
Dues 2025-26 $54.00: Pay by check, made out to Sisterhood of Temple Emmanuel, either at the door or mailed to Temple Emmanuel 120 Chestnut St, Wakefield att: Sisterhood or pay online https://donorbox.org/embed/sisterhood-dues-2025-2026.
Bring books and, new this year, jewelry for swapping
Nonperishable donations for the Wakefield Food Pantry accepted.
RSVP by Monday October 13th to Sue Hochberg shochberg.sh@gmail.com
Note: If you would like the author to address the origin and meaning of your family names during the event, please submit them when you RSVP

Dismantle Sukkah
2025-10-19 15:00 - 16:00

Ways & Means Committee Meeting
2025-10-20 19:30 - 21:00

School Committee Meeting
2025-10-21 19:30 - 21:00

Erev Shabbat Celebration
2025-10-24 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:00

Shabbat at Breakheart
2025-10-25 09:30 - 10:30
Jewish Wilderness Spirituality
Meet with Rabbi Micah Saturday Morning at the Northeast Regional Vocational School, 100 Hemlock Road, Wakefield at 9:30 AM at the larger parking lot to the right of the Vocational School Building
Please click on the link below for directions
https://goo.gl/maps/bntTRr8bd5x

Bagels & Coffee CANCELED
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00

Continuing Education Committee
2025-10-28 19:30 - 21:00

Tot Shabbat
2025-11-01 09:30 - 10:30

Sisterhood Program: Introductory Mahjong Class
2025-11-02 10:30 - 12:30
Come learn and play Mahjong at Temple Emmanuel
Sunday, November 2nd at 10:30 AM

Bring yourself and friends to learn this exciting table tile game.
Instruction and cards will be provided.
If you’ve never played, this will be a chance to get in on the action.
If there is sufficient interest, future learning sessions will be scheduled.

Please RSVP to: Pallaberg@hotmail.com or 781-572-6168

Temple Reads: The Human Scale by Lawrence Wright
2025-11-02 19:00 - 20:30
The Human Scale
by Lawrence Wright
Sunday Evening, November 2 at 7:00 PM via Zoom
Join Temple Reads
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Meeting ID: 881 7624 8629
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Tony Malik, a half-Irish, half-Arab FBI agent based in New York, specializes in tracking money from drug and arms deals. His life takes a dramatic turn when a long-term relationship ends and his job hangs in the balance. Amid personal turmoil, Malik becomes intrigued by his Palestinian father’s past. He decides to visit his ancestral homeland for his niece’s wedding, accepting a seemingly simple FBI assignment along the way.
Upon arrival in the West Bank, Malik’s world is upended when the Israeli police chief is murdered. Initially a suspect, Malik’s investigative prowess soon earns him a place in the Israeli investigation. At the heart of the story is Malik’s complex relationship with Yossi, the hardline anti-Arab Israeli police officer leading the case. They must learn to trust each other because, as they move closer to solving the case, they realize there is no one else they can trust on either side.
Lawrence Wright populates the novel with richly drawn characters: Yossi’s daughter studying in Paris, Malik’s niece whose wedding is shattered by violence, her peacenik fiancé with ties to Hamas, and a cast of religious leaders, corrupt cops, and militants on both sides. Through these intersecting lives, Wright weaves an intricate tapestry that culminates in the devastating Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023.
More than a thriller, Wright’s novel explores the complex history between Israel and Palestine, revealing the tragic human scale of this long-standing conflict and offering a nuanced perspective on a tragedy that continues to shape the region and the world. (Amazon)

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Membership Committee Meeting
2025-11-03 19:30 - 21:00

House & Grounds Committee Meeting
2025-11-04 18:45 - 19:30

Ritual Committee Meeting
2025-11-04 19:30 - 21:00

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2025-11-09 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday November 9, 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

Volunteer at Wakefield Community Dinners
2025-11-12 15:30 - 18:30
