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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250309T093000
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SUMMARY:Marc Comras Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join Brotherhood for a nosh with our clergy followed by a lively question and answer session we like to call “Stump the Rabbis.” Before the Q&A we will present our annual Marc Comras Community Service Award. This year’s recipient is … Florence Schumacher!  Florence served as chair of the Archives committee for many years\, wrote the history section of our TBS website\, and has contributed many articles to the Scroll about the history of the Temple. We are delighted to honor Florence while feasting on bagels and lox. \nSuggested Donation of $18 going to the Refugee Resettlement Fund \nRegister: t-b-s.me/comras
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/marc-comras-breakfast/
LOCATION:Carmen Hall
CATEGORIES:Brotherhood,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250316T090000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250316T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250106T192210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T150548Z
UID:10004905-1742115600-1742135400@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Purim Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Register: t-b-s.me/palooza2025 \nFour Rounds: \n\n9:00 am-10:15 am – For Families with Young Children (ages 6 and under)\n10:30 am-11:45 am – Open to All\n12:00 pm-1:30 pm – For Families with School-Age Children (grades K-6)\n1:45 pm-2:45 pm – Sensory-Friendly Celebration*\n\nWear your costumes\, bring your noisemakers\, and come join the Purim fun! Purim Palooza will begin in the sanctuary with a spirited retelling of the Purim story and brief megillah reading. The fun continues with games\, crafts\, dancing\, hamantaschen-making\, and more! \n*The sensory-friendly celebration is designed for families with children who are sensitive to noise\, lights\, and other stimuli\, and/or who are easily overstimulated by large crowds. Registration is limited in order to keep the crowd small. \nQuestions? Contact K-12 Learning.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/purim-palooza/
LOCATION:Simon Hall
CATEGORIES:Families with School Age Children,Holidays,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250325T193000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250205T201138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T150548Z
UID:10005025-1742931000-1742936400@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Orly Erez-Likhovski\, Executive Director of the Israel Religious Action Center
DESCRIPTION:The Israel Religious Action Center (IRAC) is the Israeli Reform Movement’s most senior organizing body working to promote equality\, democracy\, civil rights\, and pluralism throughout Israel. With the rise of right-wing political power in Israel\, the Reform Movement has been on the front lines to protect vulnerable populations\, to fight against discrimination\, and to ensure that Reform Jewish values are upheld in Israeli society. Register: t-b-s.me/israelrac\nOrly Erez-Likhovski (she/her) received her law degree from Tel Aviv University and her master’s degree in law from Columbia University. She has interned in Israel’s Supreme Court and has served as the Director of IRA since 2021. Through Orly’s leadership\, IRAC has brought about significant legal achievements such as making gender segregation on public transportation illegal\, ended the Orthodox monopoly on state-funded salaries to rabbis\, filing (and winning!) the first ever class action suit regarding exclusion of women\, and disqualifying racist candidates from running for Israel’s parliament. Register: t-b-s.me/israelrac
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/orly-erez-likhovski-executive-director-of-the-israel-religious-action-center/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250327T190000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250327T210000
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SUMMARY:Rabbi Jonah Pesner\, Director of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Rabbi Jonah Pesner\, Director of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism\nThursday\, March 27\, 7:00 pm\, TBS\nRegister: t-b-s.me/pesner\nTemple Beth Shalom is delighted to welcome Rabbi Jonah Pesner\, director of the Religious Action Center (the RAC) of Reform Judaism\, for an evening of conversation about the current state of democracy in the United States and Israel along with the RAC’s strategy to partner with TBS and other Massachusetts congregations to meet the moment. In connection with the celebration of TBS’s 70th anniversary\, Rabbi Pesner will reflect on 70 years of Reform Judaism in Massachusetts and beyond. He will also discuss the importance of the World Zionist Congress Election for the reform movement in Israel and around the world. After his address\, Rabbi Pesner will take questions from the audience. Questions? Contact ASAI@tbsneedham.org. \nRabbi Pesner (he/him) serves as the Director of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism and has led the Religious Action Center since 2015. Rabbi Pesner also serves as Senior Vice President of the Union for Reform Judaism\, a position to which he was appointed in 2011. Named one of the most influential rabbis in America by Newsweek magazine\, he is an inspirational leader and tireless advocate for social justice.\nRabbi Pesner’s work focuses on encouraging Jewish communities to reach across lines of race\, class\, and faith while campaigning for social justice. Over the course of his career\, he has also led and supported campaigns for racial justice\, economic opportunity\, immigration reform\, LGBTQ+ equality\, human rights\, and a variety of other causes. He is dedicated to building bridges to collectively confront antisemitism\, Islamophobia\, and other forms of hate.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/rabbi-jonah-pesner-director-of-the-religious-action-center-of-reform-judaism/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250406T110000
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SUMMARY:Leroy Davis Sports Breakfast with ESPN's Mike Reiss
DESCRIPTION:Join our TBS community with Brotherhood for our Annual Leroy Davis Sports Breakfast on April 6th from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. Mike Reiss\, the leading voice on New England Patriots football from ESPN\, will join us. TBS Brotherhood will serve their traditional bagels and lox breakfast. A 50-50 raffle will also take place. All proceeds from the breakfast will benefit The Boston Children’s Hospital Heart Center in honor of Mike Reiss. While we appreciate advance sign-ups\, walk-ins are welcome on the morning of the event. \n$18 per person; $36 family cap \nRegister: t-b-s.me/leroydavis
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/leroy-davis-sports-breakfast/
LOCATION:Simon Hall
CATEGORIES:Brotherhood,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250406T163000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250406T180000
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CREATED:20250205T200620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T150547Z
UID:10005033-1743957000-1743962400@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Pizza and Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Reserve you seat now for the annual ConNextions+ Pizza and Bingo party! After time to enjoy delicious pizza\, our Bingo masters will be challenging us with entertaining twists on each game\, and handing out cash prizes to the winners. Open to all adults in the TBS community. $10 per person. Questions? Contact connextionsplus@tbsneedham.org. Register: t-b-s.me/pizzaandbingo.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/pizza-and-bingo/
LOCATION:Carmen Hall
CATEGORIES:ConNEXTions+,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250426T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250328T132008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T224018Z
UID:10005161-1745658000-1745663400@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Scholar-in-Residence Lecture: Diaspora in Exile
DESCRIPTION:Professor Jonathan Kaufman\, Director of Northeastern University School of Journalism\nDiaspora in Exile\nWe Jews\, in the Diaspora\, have reshaped and enriched Judaism and Jewish history. Today much of the creativity in modern Judaism comes from America–women in the rabbinate\, the embrace of LGBTQ\, the fight for social justice. So too we face challenges like the rise of antisemitism and debates over Israel. What are the stories the media should be telling? What should be the proper role of colleges and universities?\nRegister: t-b-s.me/SiR2025
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/scholar-in-residence-lecture-diaspora-in-exile/
LOCATION:Carmen Hall
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250428T180000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250324T131102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T232524Z
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SUMMARY:ConNEXTions: Candle Making Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Join ConNEXTions for an evening of creativity as we craft our own luxurious candles and support a local Needham business. Whether you are a candle-making enthusiast or a first-time candle maker\, this hands-on event will guide you through the art of blending fragrances and pouring your own custom candle. \nLocation: Sky Candle Co.\nPrice: $25 per person\, t-b-s.me/candlemaking\nEnjoy complimentary wine\, beer\, and light bites as you create your candle!\nNote: Space is limited so please sign up ASAP. This event is being subsidized by TBS ConNEXTions.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/connextions-candle-making-night-out/
LOCATION:Outside of Temple
CATEGORIES:ConNEXTions,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250503T183000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250503T223000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250128T164317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T214018Z
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SUMMARY:L'Chaim!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating Temple Beth Shalom’s 70th anniversary! For more information and tickets\, go to t-b-s.me/lchaim25.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/lchaim/
LOCATION:Simon Hall
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250506T160000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250506T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250429T153553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T215826Z
UID:10005205-1746547200-1746554400@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:L'Chaim 70th Anniversary Museum
DESCRIPTION:Visit our museum space honoring Temple Beth Shalom’s 70 year history!  See photographs\, videos\, articles\, objects\, and artifacts that tell the story of a vibrant community – the people\, the moments\, the joys and challenges\, and the sacred spark that has carried us from generation to generation — l’dor v’dor. \nThe museum is open in Carmen Hall for our community to browse and enjoy. Questions? Contact the Museum Committee. \nHours of Operation \n\nSunday\, May 4\, 10:00 am-12:00 pm\nMonday\, May 5\, 9:00-11:00 am and 4:00-8:00 pm\nTuesday\, May 6\, 9:00-11:00 am and 4:00-6:00 pm
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/lchaim-70th-anniversary-museum/
LOCATION:Carmen Hall
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250518T080000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250106T193732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T235526Z
UID:10004931-1747555200-1747576800@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Continuing our minhag (tradition)\, TBS Brotherhood\, in partnership with the Needham High School Red Cross Club\, is pleased to invite volunteer helpers and blood donors to participate in our annual May blood drive. We will once again be serving the traditional bagels and lox feast\, as well as sweet treats and individually wrapped snacks\, along with lots of love and heartfelt appreciation. \nTo donate blood: t-b-s.me/giveblood \nTo volunteer: t-b-s.me/bloodvolunteer \nContact: donateblood@tbsneedham.org or brotherhood@tbsneedham.org
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/blood-drive/
LOCATION:Simon Hall
CATEGORIES:Brotherhood,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250519T184500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250519T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250415T134338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T212617Z
UID:10005186-1747680300-1747692000@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Jewish Heritage Night at the Red Sox
DESCRIPTION:Join your TBS friends in watching the Boston Red Sox take on the New York Mets and celebrate our Jewish pride.The $40 per person fee includes your ticket and a TBS baseball shirt. Your ticket also includes the Red Sox Jewish Heritage Night giveaway. We have limited tickets\, so don’t wait to register!\nt-b-s.me/jewishheritagenight
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/jewish-heritage-night-at-the-red-sox/
LOCATION:Outside of Temple
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250529T191500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250529T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250514T130017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T225659Z
UID:10005212-1748546100-1748550600@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Voices of October 7: Stories of Survival and Strength
DESCRIPTION:Maayan Snapir\, public speaker and naturopath N.D. focused on bringing hope and purpose following October 7th. Experiences throughout her life helped her develop a deep understanding of why do certain things happen to us as individuals /  societies\, and how we can learn\, change and grow from them.\n\nWhen her grandparents were kidnapped on October 7th from kibbutz Nir Oz\, Maayan embarked on a mission to provide different points of view\, encourage meaningful conversations and the asking of tough questions. All in order to make sure we create a real lasting change\, keep the hope alive and have better world to ‘Bring Them Home’ to.\nRegister: t-b-s.me/voices
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/voices-of-october-7-stories-of-survival-and-strength/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250601T093000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250601T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250307T181631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T232532Z
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SUMMARY:The Michael Sockol Jewish Writers Fund presents:  Rabbi Jan Katzew - Israel: The Challenge(s) of Jewish Democracy
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, June 1st\, the Michael Sockol Jewish Writers Fund\, in partnership with TBS Adult Learning\, will present noted educator and speaker Rabbi Jan Katzew. Rabbi Katzew\, PhD\, is Associate Professor Emeritus of Jewish Thought and Education and a Senior Educator at HUC-JIR. He is a Jerusalem Fellow and earned his doctorate at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. For many years\, Rabbi Katzew served as Director of Lifelong Jewish Learning at the URJ\, where he oversaw the design of curricular resources for world-wide use\, and received numerous honors as a Jewish educator. He has authored popular and scholarly articles in multiple fields\, including Jewish history\, inter-faith relations\, ethics\, and philosophy. Israel is not an ideal state\, but it is a state of ideals. Since before its inception in 1948\, the State of Israel has aspired to realize twin nobilities\, to bridge the Torah that emanated from Jerusalem and the political philosophy that emanated from Athens. Seventy-seven years later\, the goal of being a Jewish and democratic state remains elusive and arguably more difficult to achieve. The jury and the Jewry\, of which we are a part\, are still out. In his talk\, Rabbi Katzew will explore the many complex challenges facing modern-day Israel\, as the nation seeks the norms and values of a democracy while maintaining\, building upon\, and defending its core Jewish identity. Refreshments will be served. To register\, go tot-b-s.me/jewishdemocracy. Free for members; $10 for non-members. For more info\, contact: adultlearning@tbsneedham.org
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/the-michael-sockol-jewish-writers-fund-presents-rabbi-jan-katzew-israel-the-challenges-of-jewish-democracy/
LOCATION:Carmen Hall
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250601T190000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250106T193836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T234042Z
UID:10004934-1748804400-1748809800@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Shavuot Evening Torah Study and Cheesecake Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The holiday of Shavuot celebrates the giving of the Torah. Join Rabbi Jay\, Rabbi Todd\, Rabbi Elyse and other TBS community members for a rich exploration of Torah. Together\, we will encounter various interpretations of the narrative of the giving of the Torah and a variety of insights regarding the meaning of Torah in our lives today. \nAs well\, as it is customary to eat dairy foods on Shavuot\, we will enjoy a delicious cheesecake buffet. Our program will be interactive\, engaging\, and sweet! We hope that you are able to join us! \nRegister: t-b-s.me/shavuot.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/shavuot-evening-torah-study-and-cheesecake-celebration/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Holidays,Homepage Feature,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250610T190000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250407T141536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T221136Z
UID:10005171-1749582000-1749585600@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Wine & Cheese\, Women & Torah
DESCRIPTION:Please join TBS Sisterhood for Wine & Cheese\, Women & Torah with Rabbi Elyse Pinkus Abrahams. Look at familiar Torah stories from the women’s often untold perspective and through the lens of women whose contributions are too often omitted from our commentary. Join us for a lively discussion\, you’re sure to learn something new! Register\nContact: Sisterhood
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/wine-cheese-women-torah/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature,Sisterhood
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T194500
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250604T144558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T175844Z
UID:10003695-1749838500-1749843900@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Erev Shabbat Service: Pride Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:If you are a TBS member who would like to join us virtually\, please check your Shabbat Shalom email for the link.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/erev-shabbat-service-26-8/
CATEGORIES:Homepage Feature,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250626T180000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250106T194035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T211018Z
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SUMMARY:Brotherhood BBQ
DESCRIPTION:See old friends punim to punim (face to face)\, make new friends\, and enjoy a traditional backyard BBQ with all the fixin’s. Beer and soft drinks will be served\, all to the accompaniment of musical entertainment by Theophonic Haze\, aka The Official Purim Band. Bring your guitar\, mandolin\, banjo\, or zither if you want to sit in with the band! \nBring a chair and pray for sun. In case of rain we will move indoors at TBS. \nRegister: t-b-s.me/brotherhoodbbq \nContact: Brotherhood at brotherhood@tbsneedham.org
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/brotherhood-bbq/
LOCATION:Outside of Temple
CATEGORIES:Brotherhood,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250627T170000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250627T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250528T184651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T211015Z
UID:10005207-1751043600-1751049000@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Summer BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 27\, 5:00-6:15 pm\, TBS\nRegister: t-b-s.me/summervibes\nFind food\, friends and fun on the final Friday of the month! Relax and enjoy a delicious dinner from Blue Ribbon BBQ\, lawn games and music in TBS’s shady back parking lot before heading inside for Shabbat services. There will also be a Shabbat Sing-Along from 5-5:30pm for families with young children! \nIn case of rain\, the program will be moved indoors. Questions? Contact Jessica Baim.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/summer-bbq-2/
LOCATION:Parking Lot (Back)
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250722T191500
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250618T154559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T212526Z
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SUMMARY:October 8 Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:OCTOBER 8 offers a look at the explosion of antisemitism on college campuses\, social media and in the streets of America beginning the day after the October 7th attack on Israel by Hamas. Through meticulous investigation\, the film also uncovers how over decades\, Hamas created sophisticated networks in America to permeate U.S. institutions and examines the tsunami of online antisemitism\, propaganda\, and disinformation unleashed by Iran\, China and Russia – with the sole purpose of dividing American society. Join us for a special TBS screening.\nRegister: t-b-s.me/oct8movie
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/october-8-film-screening/
LOCATION:Carmen Hall
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250808T170000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250808T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250528T184621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T164439Z
UID:10005208-1754672400-1754677800@tbsneedham.org
SUMMARY:Summer Vibes
DESCRIPTION:Find food\, friends and fun on the second Friday in August\, with a catered picnic dinner and fun treats for dessert! Relax and enjoy lawn games and music in TBS’s shady back parking lot before Shabbat services. There will also be a Shabbat Sing-Along from 5-5:30pm for families with young children! \nIn case of rain\, the program will be moved indoors. Questions? Contact Leah Goldstein. \nFood and drink: 5-6:15pm \nShabbat Sing-Along for Families: 5-5:30pm \nShabbat Services: 6:15pm
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/summer-bbq/
LOCATION:Parking Lot (Back)
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250810T130000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250810T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250723T134152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T211023Z
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SUMMARY:Dracula: Antisemitism and British Gothic Literature
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fascinating one-hour online conversation between Aaron Henne\, Artistic Director of theatre dybbuk\, and scholar and author Dr. Carol Margaret Davison. They will explore some of the history and insights which are brought to life in Davison’s book\, Anti-Semitism and British Gothic Literature. In that work\, Davison interprets the changing significance of the trans-national Wandering Jew in classic Gothic fiction\, and the character’s migration into Victorian realism.  She reveals how the spectres of Jewish difference and Jewish assimilation haunt British literature. The discussion will especially focus on Bram Stoker’s Dracula\, exploring the ways in which the societal concerns present at the time of its publication intersect with the prejudices and beliefs that are embedded in the text. This event precedes the world premiere of theatre dybbuk’s Dracula (Annotated)\, which uses a unique blend of scholarly investigation and heightened theatricality to weave together the plot and characters of Dracula with references to Victorian England and Jewish history. Brought to you by the Orange County Community Scholars Program and sponsored by TBS Adult Learning. Questions? Contact Adult Learning.  Register: t-b-s.me/dracula \nDr. Carol Margaret Davison is an internationally recognized scholar specializing in Gothic and Victorian literature\, women’s writing\, and cultural teratology. A former Canada-U.S. Fulbright scholar and Series Editor for Anthem Studies in Gothic Literature\, she has published award-winning books including The Gothic & Death and Anti-Semitism and British Gothic Literature\, and serves as Director of The Sickly Taper\, the world’s largest Gothic bibliography site. Dr. Davison has edited multiple influential collections and special journal issues\, and her work continues to shape the field of Gothic literary studies. \nAaron Henne is the founding artistic director of theatre dybbuk\, an organization that uses Jewish history to explore complex contemporary issues through the arts. He is also a nationally recognized educator and facilitator\, having led storytelling and character workshops at institutions like Lucasfilm\, Pixar\, and DreamWorks\, and taught for programs at Hebrew Union College\, Georgetown\, and Wexner. A recipient of multiple playwriting awards\, Aaron is a Wexner Field Fellow and member of the ROI community\, known for his dynamic contributions to Jewish education and creative engagement.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/dracula-antisemitism-and-british-gothic-literature/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T101500
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250709T172146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T172146Z
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SUMMARY:Torah Study
DESCRIPTION:No previous experience with Torah study is required…just an open mind and a desire to learn more!
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/torah-study-29-4/
CATEGORIES:Homepage Feature,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250907T090000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250907T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250723T151832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T214015Z
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SUMMARY:Discover the Sounds of the Shofar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an adventure into one of Judaism’s most powerful symbols. In this hour-long workshop\, you will: \n\nLearn some little known shofar facts including how a shofar is made and which animals’ horns may become shofarot.\nCreate your own smaller shofar from an authentic horn. We will carefully be using a saw and drill (with expert guidance) to shape our own shofarot!\nLearn how to blow a shofar and experiment with traditional calls!\n\nWhether you’re 6 or 96\, this experience will deepen your connection to the High Holy Days and leave you with a meaningful keepsake—and maybe even a new skill! \nAll TBS shofar blowers – experienced and new! – are welcome be with us for our final Yom Kippur Service (“Ne’ilah”) (Thursday\, October 2nd at 6:00 pm) and usher in the new year by participating in the final blast of the shofar!
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/discover-the-sounds-of-the-shofar/
LOCATION:Simon Hall
CATEGORIES:Events,Families with School Age Children,Families with Young Children,Holidays,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250907T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250801T201555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T214015Z
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SUMMARY:Cuba Trip Info Session
DESCRIPTION:This info session was originally scheduled for Tuesday\, August 26 and rescheduled due to a conflict for the presenter.  \nThe Cuba core trip will span 6 days with an optional extension for an additional 2 days. Rabbi Todd and Michele Markley will lead the core trip\, and we will be guided by Ayelet’s local Cuban tour guide who will be with us for all of the travel days. We will be holding a trip information session for interested travelers on Sunday\, September 7\, at 10 am.  Please register below for the information session. If you are not able to attend but are interested in the trip\, feel free to let Rabbi Todd know so we can keep you in the loop about our travel plans following the information session and can share the video recording of the session with you afterwards. \n 
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/cuba-trip-info-session/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250907T180000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250907T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250813T142125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T215514Z
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SUMMARY:Kings Bowling with ConNEXTions
DESCRIPTION:Join ConNEXTions for some good times at Kings Bowling in Legacy Place after the Patriots 1:00pm game ! We’ll gather with friends—both old and new—as we kick off a new year and catch up from the summer over a delicious dinner\, drinks\, and of course\, some bowling. Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or sometimes need to use the bumpers\, this is going to be an evening of fun that you don’t want to miss.  Cost: $25. Contact ConNEXTions with any questions.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/kings-bowling-with-connextions/
LOCATION:Outside of Temple
CATEGORIES:ConNEXTions,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250913T190000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250913T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250723T151707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T211028Z
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SUMMARY:Selichot: An Evening of Music and Sweetness
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Jay Perlman\, Rabbi Todd Markley\, Rabbi Elyse Pincus Abrahams\, and Cantor DJ Fortine as we set the tone for a beautiful High Holy Day season. Our evening will begin with a simple service featuring music\, reflective poetry and prayer\, Havdallah\, and the ritual changing of our Torah covers from everyday colorful to High Holy Day white. After the service\, join us for a sweet celebration with food\, drinks\, and time in community.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/selichot-service/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Homepage Feature,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250914T140000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250723T134920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T211029Z
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SUMMARY:An Afternoon of Jazz with Elliot Steger & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of jazz featuring music by Jewish composers\, performed by Elliot Steger in concert with Jon Hazilla on drums and David Landoni on bass. We will feature Jewish composers such as Billy Joel and Rodgers & Hammerstein as well as original compositions. Elliot’s compositions emphasize a strong melody line appreciated by even those unfamiliar with jazz. Light refreshments will be served. Cost: $20. Contact Cantor DJ with any questions. Cosponsored by ConNEXTions+. \nElliot Steger is a jazz pianist and composer who has produced 5 CD’s of original music. He was the featured artist on radio station WICN’s Jazz New England program and was a finalist for best jazz instrumental song of the year. He began classical lessons at age 4 and studied jazz with a professor from the Berklee College of Music for 20 years. His music can be heard on Spotify\, Amazon Music and YouTube. He has played at many venues in the Boston area and has donated all proceeds from CD sales and performances to the Alzheimer’s Association\, the American Cancer Society and the Multiple Sclerosis Society.\nHe is joined by Jon Hazilla on drums\, a professor at the Berklee College of Music\, a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music\, and performer at numerous International Jazz festivals. David Landoni on acoustic bass is a music professor at UMass Boston and has toured internationally including performing with the Artie Shaw Orchestra. \nRegister:
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/an-afternoon-of-jazz-with-elliot-steger-friends/
LOCATION:Carmen Hall
CATEGORIES:ConNEXTions+,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250915T193000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250723T151611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T214018Z
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SUMMARY:Our Constitution in the News
DESCRIPTION:Former federal court Judge Judith Barzilay\, who was also a Professor at William & Mary Law School\, will lead a two-part program taking a deeper dive into the text of the US Constitution and its import in the context of challenges\, developments and perspectives presented by current events. It is expected that the first session will focus on the body of the Constitution and that the second session will focus on amendments contained in the Bill of Rights. The actual program may be adjusted to address current events and court decisions at the time of the programs and their impact as well as consideration of impact on the Jewish community and issues of Tikkun Olam. \nThe first 100 registrants will receive a pocket-sized copy of the US Constitution for use during and after the program. Light desserts will also be provided. \nAbout the speaker:\nJudge Barzilay was appointed to the federal bench by President Bill Clinton in 1998 and spent 18 years as a judge on the US Court of International Trade in New York. She also sat by designation of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court on several US Appellate Courts and at trials for the Southern District of New York in cases of general federal jurisprudence. She has written and published over 200 judicial opinions on multiple topics. After her service on the bench\, Judge Barzilay joined the faculty of the law school at William and Mary in Williamsburg\, VA where she taught for 5 years. She holds a BA in English and Education from Wichita State University and holds a Master’s Degree and Juris Doctorate from Rutgers University.\nContact: Adult Learning
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/the-us-constitution-through-a-2025-lens-2/
LOCATION:Beit Midrash
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Events,Homepage Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20250928T093000
DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20250928T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201347
CREATED:20250813T193856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T212515Z
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SUMMARY:Listening Session: Hearing the Social Justice Concerns of Our TBS Community
DESCRIPTION:Join us so we can learn what matters to you. In these challenging times\, Temple Beth Shalom is hosting Listening Sessions this Fall to hear your stories\, concerns\, and hopes for the future. Your voice will help shape the actions we take together for justice\, equity\, and positive change.We will begin with a light bagel breakfast at 9:30. a.m. The discussion will begin at 10 a.m. Can’t make it to this session? We’ll have two more later in the fall.\nQuestions? Contact the TBS GBIO Leadership Team.
URL:https://tbsneedham.org/event/gbio-listening-session/
LOCATION:Carmen Hall
CATEGORIES:Events,Homepage Feature,Social Justice
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