• Yiddush Short Story Discussion

    Yiddish Short Story Club
    Conference Room (admin)

    The monthly Yiddish Short Story Discussion Group, coordinated by Michele Marram, will explore the English translation of What Became of the Fools of Khelm by Menakhem Kipnis. Click the story's title to download a PDF. Hard copies are available in the Community Court, on the shelf to the right of the fireplace, in a red folder. All are welcome!  Questions? […]

  • Blanket, Sheet and Towel Collection to Benefit WelcomeHome

    Parking Lot (Front)

    Join TBS Social Action as we support WelcomeHome to provide high quality household items to families experiencing hardship so that they can live with dignity. This nonprofit in Newton collects and redistributes like-new household items to hundreds of people in need each month with no fees, no forms and no requirements. On Wednesday, May 14th, […]

  • The Sustainable Enough Garden

    Simon Hall

    Beth Shalom Garden Club will be presenting a floral program on "The Sustainable Enough Garden" by author Rebecca Warner. She will speak about adding native plants to our gardens to support beneficial insects, birds and the environment. Come and join us on Wednesday, April 15 at 7:15 pm. Bring a friend and enjoy the program […]

  • Lay-Led Morning Minyan

    Lay-Led Morning Minyan

    Members of our community gather virtually for a warm and inclusive lay-led service.  These services take place even if there are fewer than ten participants, last about 20-30 minutes, and […]

  • “All Theology is Autobiography”: Developing a Personal Understanding of God

    “All Theology is Autobiography” is the title of a reflective, inspiring article by Rabbi Laura Geller, Rabbi Emerita of Temple Emanuel in Beverly Hills, CA. It is also a profound and sacred truth. The main goal of this four-session course is to provide a context for each participant to engage in developing a personal theology. […]

  • Grandparenting in Today’s World

    Grandparenting in Today’s World
    Beit Midrash

    Join us for a discussion with other TBS grandparents of young children facilitated by Margie Bogdanow, LISCW, about grandparenting in today's world. Margie Bogdanow is an LICSW social worker, coach, and consultant based in New England. Her professional work focuses on impacting adults to make a positive difference in the lives of young people. She […]

  • Torah Study

    Torah Study

    No previous experience with Torah study is required...just an open mind and a desire to learn more!

  • Finding Our Jewish Values in the Torah

    Finding Our Jewish Values in the Torah

    Each week we will focus on a single Jewish moral or ethical value found in that week's parshah (Torah portion). These will include, but not be limited to: Justice, Compassion, Environmental Ethics, and Business Ethics. A variety of rabbinic sources will enrich our exploration as we seek to apply each week’s value to our lives […]