Erev Shavuot Celebration with Cheese Tasting and Tikun Leil Study Session via ZOOM
2020-05-28 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
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, 2020-07-06 19:30 - 20:30, 2020-07-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-08-11 19:30 - 21:00

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
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.

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

Shabbat Morning Celebration followed by Kiddush & Torah Study with Rabbi Greg
2020-06-06 09:30 - 12:00

Temple Board Meeting via ZOOM
2020-06-09 19:00 - 19:30

Annual Meeting via ZOOM
2020-06-09 19:30 - 21:00

Introduction to Judaism, Class 21: G'milut Chasidim - Acts of Lovingkindness, Tzedakah, in Pursuit of Social Justice
2020-06-10 19:30 - 20:30

Erev Shabbat Celebration
2020-06-12 19:30 - 21:00

Tot Shabbat
2020-06-13 09:30 - 10:30

Temple Reads via ZOOM
2020-06-14 19:00 - 20:30
The Third Daughter
by Talia Carter

Zoom Trip to Israel with Hadas Maroun
2020-06-15 17:00 - 18:00
Zoom Trip to Israel with Hadas Maroun
June 15th, 2020, 5:00 pm, Temple Emmanuel
OVERVIEW
Create yummy bagel toast stuffed with cheese and veggies; a classic Israeli sandwich. After this, engage in fun trivia and/or questions centered around Israeli food and food culture.
MATERIALS NEEDED

Bagel of choice, typically made with sesame, but any bagel is fine!
Cheese of choice (feta is most common, but white or yellow cheese is common too).
For the filling, veggies and spices of choice, typically corn, tomato, onion, oregano, thyme, sea salt, pepper, cumin.

STEPS FOR BAGEL TOAST!

Slice your bagel horizontally
Spread/arrange all of your fillings on either bagel halve, including all veggies and cheese. Set aside.
In a very small bowl, combine the spices of your choice and then sprinkle on top of your toppings.
Top the bagel side with fillings with the other bagel halve and squish together.
Toast in a toaster or panini press, for around 5 minutes or until everything is gooey and melty!
Dip in hummus, tahini, or plain!

ACTIVITY
Israeli Trivia: ask questions (multiple choice) about Israeli culture and history, or read fun facts about Israeli food and foo culture, while people eat! I can do so by making a fun powerpoint and sheen share!

Introduction to Judaism, Class 22: What is Judaism?
2020-06-17 19:30 - 20:30

Discussion with Talia Carner (author of The Third Daughter) via ZOOM
2020-06-17 20:00 - 21:00

Shabbat Morning Celebration
2020-06-20 09:30 - 12:00

Virtual Pot Luck with a Twist
2020-06-21 19:30 - 21:00
June 21, 7:30 PM
Pescatarian
Eat before, during or after ZOOM get-together
THE TWIST:
Create a menu for you and your family
with all/most dishes starting with the letter
A
Be creative! Have some fun!
For every “A” food, you get a point!
Example: Apple slices with Avocado and Anchovies = 3 points!!
Yum!
We will discuss the menus, add up the points for those participating, and
whoever gets the most points wins a “virtual” prize!!
ZOOM information to follow

Mussar: Jewish Ethical and Spiritual Development - Teshuvah, Torah and our Relationship with the Divine
2020-06-24 19:30 - 20:30

Introduction to Judaism Celebratory Shabbat Service and Graduation AND Installation of Officers via ZOOM
2020-06-26 19:30 - 20:30

Virtual Pot Luck with a Twist via ZOOM
2020-07-12 19:30 - 21:00
July 12, 7:30 PM
Pescatarian
Eat before, during or after ZOOM get-together
THE TWIST:
Create a menu for you and your family
with all/most dishes starting with the letter
C
Be creative! Have some fun!
For every “C” food, you get a point!
Example: Cabbage with Cornichons and Cocoa = 3 points!!
Yum!
Crusty bread with Crazy blue butter and a Cup of Sugar = not so much!!
We will discuss the menus, add up the points for those participating, and
whoever gets the most points wins a “virtual” prize!!
ZOOM information to follow

Erev Shabbat Celebration via ZOOM
2020-07-17 19:30 - 20:30, 2020-08-14 19:30 - 20:30

Temple Reads via ZOOM
2020-07-26 19:30 - 20:30
A Backpack, A Bear, and 8 Crates of Vodka
by
Lev Golinkin
A compelling story of two intertwined journeys: a Jewish refugee family fleeing persecution and a young man seeking to reclaim a shattered past. In the twilight of the Cold War (the late 1980s), nine-year old Lev Golinkin and his family cross the Soviet border with only ten suitcases, $600, and the vague promise of help awaiting in Vienna. Years later, Lev, now an American adult, sets out to retrace his family’s long trek, locate the strangers who fought for his freedom, and in the process, gain a future by understanding his past. (Amazon)

Pot Luck with a TWIST via ZOOM
2020-08-16 19:30 - 21:00
August 16, 7:30 PM
Pescatarian
Eat before, during or after ZOOM get-together
THE TWIST:
Create a menu for you and your family
with all/most dishes starting with the letter
B
B creative! Have some fun!
For every “B” food, you get a point!
Example: Barley with Bean sprouts with a Banana Sauce = 3 points
Yum!
Breaded fish with baked grapefruits and blistered tomatoes = not so much!!
We will discuss the menus, add up the points for those participating, and
whoever gets the most points wins a “virtual” prize!!
ZOOM information to follow
