Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2025-11-09 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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

Temple Board Meeting
2025-11-11 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-12-09 19:30 - 21:00

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

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

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

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.

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

CHAI School Classes
2025-11-18 15:30 - 18:00, 2025-11-25 15:30 - 18:00, 2025-12-02 15:30 - 18:00, 2025-12-09 15:30 - 18:00

School Committee Meeting
2025-11-18 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
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"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.

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

Thanksgiving Interfaith Service
2025-11-25 19:00 - 21:00
This year Wakefield/Lynnfield United Methodist Church, 273 Vernon Street, Wakefield will be the host.

Thanksgiving
2025-11-27

Ruderman Hall Dedication
2025-11-30 12:00 - 13:00
In recognition of the continuous and generous support
by Mort and Marcia Ruderman and their family for
Temple Emmanuel, a brief ceremony honoring
the Rudermans will be held as we commemorate
and dedicate the upstairs social hall as the
Marcia and Mort Ruderman Hall.
All are welcome to attend, especially those who
have fond memories of the Rudermans. Most
of the Ruderman family will be in attendance.
Please RSVP to Ben if you can come:
theweino@yahoo.com

Membership Committee Meeting
2025-12-01 19:30 - 21:00

Lunch & Learn Torah & Midrash - Joseph
2025-12-02 12:30 - 13:30
We will explore key midrashic insights into the formative years of Joseph’s life.

Join Lunch & Learn
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Meeting ID: 830 891 2968
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House & Grounds Committee Meeting
2025-12-02 18:45 - 19:30

Ritual Committee Meeting
2025-12-02 19:30 - 21:00

Shabbat Shirah Community Potluck Dinner
2025-12-05 18:00 - 19:30
Please join our Temple community for a Shabbat potluck dinner with songs led by our CHAI school students. Details and RSVP here:
https://evite.me/zwsQVAKt5G

Tot Shabbat
2025-12-06 09:30 - 10:30

Bowling for All Ages!
2025-12-06 17:00 - 19:30
TEMPLE EMMANUEL Bowling Party for All Ages!
BRING FRIENDS AND FAMILY…

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 AT 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

WAKEFIELD BOWLADROME
96 WATER STREET
WAKEFIELD
Did you know there used to be a Temple Bowling league for many
years? The Bowladrome is a historical trip back in time.

$25 FOR 13 AND OLDER, $10 FOR 12 and under
$10 for CHEERLEADERS (not bowling, but eating!)

CASH AT THE DOOR

Cost will include shoe rental, alleys for 3 strings or 2 hours
Pizza and a beverage will be provided
Please reserve your space by December 3
Liz Freeman: LindenTree85@comcast.net

Sisterhood Sunday Walkers
2025-12-07 11:00 - 12:00
When: Sunday December 7, 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
2025-12-10 15:30 - 18:30
Mitzvah opportunity! Temple Emmanuel is now partnered with Wakefield Community Dinners. Held at Most Blessed Sacrament in Wakefield, the Community Dinners happen the 2nd Wednesday of every month, with the opportunity to feed 80+ neighbors and friends from Wakefield, Stoneham, Melrose and towns as far as Medford, Salem and Norwood.
Volunteer hours are 3:30-6:30 PM. Guests come as families or alone. Although many are experiencing food insecurity, most are impacted with social isolation. We provide a hot meal, salad, bread, desserts, and most importantly, camaraderie.
If you’d like to have fun, share smiles, and engage in holy work, please sign up here.
Contact Bev Weiner if you have any questions: theweino@aol.com
