Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield

CHAI School Classes
2025-11-25 15:30 - 18:00, 2025-11-18 15:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York)

Continuing Education Committee
2025-11-24 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-10-28 19:30 - 21:00

"Thankful for our Community" Bagels & Coffee
2025-11-23 10:00 - 12:00
Sunday at 10:00 AM
Let’s talk about how we can continue to be supportive of our community through a committed food drive push for the Wakefield Food Pantry.
Temple Emmanuel supports the 2025-26 Food Drive to benefit the Wakefield Food Pantry.
Please help us this Thanksgiving season by bringing non-perishable food and personal hygiene items to the Temple on Sunday the 23rd.
Your contribution and support are greatly appreciated.

Shabbat Morning Celebration
2025-11-22 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-15 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-08 09:30 - 11:00

Erev Shabbat Celebration
2025-11-21 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-11-14 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-10-24 19:30 - 21:00

Adult Education: Reconstructionist Practice - What is Judaism as a Civilization in Practice?
2025-11-19 19:30 - 20:30
Join us for our first continuing education session of the year on November 19 at 7:30 pm. This series invites you to deepen your understanding of how Reconstructionist Judaism and contemporary thought intertwine. Together, we’ll explore Jewish civilization through the Five-Stage theory of Rabbi Mordecai M. Kaplan, embracing the evolving, dynamic spirit at the core of our community.
In our first gathering, we will reflect on the foundations and guiding philosophies that shape our vibrant Jewish identity. Together, we’ll encounter texts from the Kol Haneshamah prayer book series, explore creative musical expressions, and appreciate innovative approaches to ritual and liturgy that bring our traditions to life.

Our second session, on December 10 at 7:30 pm, will focus on how Reconstructionist Judaism thoughtfully engages with the complexities of real life—addressing meaningful topics such as food, sexuality, and the evolving observance of Shabbat, all from an inclusive and progressive perspective.
In our tradition, a daily blessing reminds us, “Thank you for granting me the gift of learning.” May this inspire us all to seek new understanding and grow together in our journey as a community.
Future sessions in 2026 will include a series on exploring of Jewish views of the afterlife. We hope you’ll join us for these meaningful and engaging one-hour learning sessions!

Rabbi Micah & the Continuing Education Committee

Join the class
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/8308912968?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 830 891 2968
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School Committee Meeting
2025-11-18 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-10-21 19:30 - 21:00

Ways & Means Committee Meeting CANCELED
2025-11-17 19:30 - 21:00

Linden Tree Concerts Presents Curt Bessette and Jenn Kurtz - Tribute to our Veterans
2025-11-16 14:00 - 16:00
This show for all will surprise you, make you laugh, and make you glad that you came.
Temple Emmanuel, 120 Chestnut St. Wakefield
Sunday, November 16 – 2 to 4 PM
Doors open at 1:30 PM
Linden Tree favorites, Maine’s Curt Bessette and Jenn Kurtz return to our stage to entertain with songs and stories from their Veterans Tribute Concerts celebrating the men and women who served in all wars. Many songs were written by Curt, whose father served in the Navy. The concert will also feature them singing favorite songs and stories from their other recordings.
Curt Bessette is an award winning singer songwriter who has performed across the United States in concerts and festivals. Jenn Kurtz is celebrated as an amazing harmony singer and arranger and is always available to answer questions about her home state of Missouri.
Veterans might remember Curt and Jenn were here at Temple Emmanuel with their Veteran’s program with funds donated to the building of Wakefield Veteran’s Memorial. Curt and Jenn have a new song of theirs called, “I’m Not Me Anymore” about PTSD. Part of the proceeds will be donated to Veteran service organizations.
Admission is $25, $10 for those under 18. VETERANS also $10.
Reserve your seat: 978-326-7905. Cash or check at the door.
Linden Tree Concerts are at Temple Emmanuel, 120 Chestnut St. Wakefield, MA
www.LindenTreeCoffeehouse.org.

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

Temple Board Meeting
2025-11-11 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

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

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

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

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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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

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

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

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

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

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