Introduction to Judaism, Class 17: Jewish Liturgy - Role of Chazzan (Cantor), Why are services so long? G-d discussion via ZOOM
2020-05-06 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Introduction to Judaism is a conversion course open to all who are interested. Come learn what it means to be Jewish! People of all religious backgrounds, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and ages are welcome to join this class. Those interested in converting to Judaism must attend each session or make other arrangements with Rabbi Greg. Whether or not you’re converting, all are welcome to join in the classes and discussions.

Erev Shabbat Celebration CANCELLED
2020-05-08 19:30 - 21:00, 2020-05-22 19:30 - 21:00

Shabbat Morning Celebration via ZOOM
2020-05-09 09:30 - 10:30, 2020-05-23 09:30 - 10:30

Once a Week with the Rabbi CANCELLED
2020-05-10 10:30 - 12:00, 2020-05-17 10:30 - 12:00, 2020-05-24 10:30 - 12:00

Lag B'Omer no service
2020-05-12

Once a Week with the Rabbi via ZOOM
2020-05-12 15:30 - 16:30, 2020-05-13 15:30 - 17:00, 2020-05-20 15:30 - 17:00, 2020-05-26 15:30 - 16:30, 2020-05-27 15:30 - 17:00

Temple Board Meeting via ZOOM
2020-05-12 19:30 - 21:00

Sisterhood Social via ZOOM
2020-05-13 19:00 - 20:30

Introduction to Judaism, Class 18: Passover/Festivals via ZOOM
2020-05-13 19:30 - 20:30

Erev Shabbat Celebration via ZOOM
2020-05-15 19:30 - 20:30

Shabbat Morning Celebration CANCELLED
2020-05-16 09:30 - 12:00

Mussar: Jewish Ethical and Spiritual Development, Balancing Truth and Falsehood via ZOOM
2020-05-20 19:30 - 20:30

Yom Yerushalayim no service
2020-05-22

Introduction to Judaism, Class 19: Role of Women in Jewish Life via ZOOM
2020-05-27 19:30 - 20:30

Erev Shavuot Celebration with Cheese Tasting and Tikun Leil Study Session via ZOOM
2020-05-28 19:30 - 20:30
On Thursday, May 28th, at 7:30pm, we plan on doing a cheese tasting event to get us into the spirit of Shavuot. The Tikkun Leil Shavuot Study Session with Rabbi Greg will follow immediately afterwards.
That’s right, a cheese tasting event over Zoom!
Shavuot has long been associated with delicious dairy products. You don’t need to have a wedge to enjoy chatting with everyone and learning about cheese during this session. For those who have the time and means, you’re welcome to buy some cheeses for tasting. I’ve included some categories below, as well as suggested accompaniments, but you can totally experiment with what you have. Crackers and paired alcohol are optional!
1. Alpine style cheese
-examples: Emmental/Swiss cheese, Gruyère, Comté, Alpha Tolman, Tarentaise, Ashbrook
-pairing suggestions: mustard, honey, dried fruit, mostarda, potatoes, pickles
2. Cheddar cheese
-examples: Tillamook brand, Cabot brand, Shelburne Farms brand, Flory’s Truckle, Praire Breeze
-pairing suggestions: apples, nuts, grapes, honey, hot pepper jelly, pickles
3. Soft-ripened or bloomy rind cheese
-examples: Brie, Camembert, Robiola, Brillat-Savarin, Humboldt Fog, La Tur, Moses Sleeper
-pairing suggestions: berry preserves, fig jam, nuts, stone fruits like cherries
4. Blue cheese
-examples: Roquefort, Gorgonzola, Stilton, Bayley Hazen, Point Reyes Bay Blue
-pairing suggestions: honey, nuts, dark chocolate, pears, dried fruits like dates
Some of these cheeses are more accessible than others; I’ve seen cheeses, like Tillamook and Cabot cheddars, at several grocery stores. If you’d like to go a little fancier and talk to a cheesemonger, I recommend checking out local cheese shops. Many are offering curbside pick up, national shipping, local delivery, online ordering, or phone cheesemonger services.
https://www.baccoswineandcheese.com/
https://www.formaggiokitchen.com/cheese
https://www.curdsandco.com/
https://www.thecheeseshopofsalem.com/
https://www.alliummarket.com/
There are also local delivery services like Mercato. You could always just buy cheese straight from local makers too!
Either way there is no pressure, just a fun opportunity to learn a little more about cheese. We’ll see you there!

Shavuot First Day (with Yizkor) via ZOOM
2020-05-29 09:30 - 10:30

Shavuot 2nd Day no service
2020-05-30

Sisterhood Joint Board Meeting via ZOOM
2020-06-01 19:30 - 21:00

House & Grounds Committee Meeting via ZOOM
2020-06-02 18:45 - 19:30

Ritual Committee Meeting via ZOOM
2020-06-02 19:30 - 20:30

Introduction to Judaism, Class 20: Lifecycle Overview - Birth Rituals, B'nai Mitzvah, Weddings, End of Life Rituals via ZOOM
2020-06-03 19:30 - 20:30

Membership Committee Meeting via ZOOM
2020-06-03 19:30 - 21:00
