Skip to content

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 […]

Listening Sessions: Hearing the Social Justice Concerns of Our TBS Community

Conference Room (front)

With so much happening in the world right now, this is a chance to come together, listen, and talk about what is important to us as a TBS community. In partnership with the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization (GBIO), these sessions are an opportunity to share what’s weighing on your mind regarding social justice issues. Together, […]

Panim el Panim

Panim el Panim

Online

Please join us as members of our Temple Beth Shalom community meet via Zoom with members of Congregation Mevasseret Zion - a progressive/Reform congregation just outside of Jerusalem. This is a meaningful series of online conversations about the current crisis. Questions? Email Rabbi Jay.

Sing & Dance with Cantor DJ

Sing & Dance with Cantor DJ: Chanukah Fun!

Family Reading Room

Bring the whole family for a joyful morning of singing, dancing, and instrument play with Cantor DJ Fortine. Each session blends holiday traditions with music learning and is designed for children ages 0–5 and their grown-ups. $15 per family. TBS members use coupon code LL for free registration.

Parenting Through a Jewish Lens

Parenting Through a Jewish Lens

Conference Room (front)

Parenting Through a Jewish Lens (for parents of infants through age 9) Join Rabbi Elyse Pincus Abrahams and a group of fellow parents of newborns through nine-year-olds to discuss topics that matter to you as a parent; explore Jewish values that can enrich your family; reflect on the joys and challenges of raising kids today; […]

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 are a meaningful way to start your day. Please join us in person; we are no longer meeting virtually.

Lay-Led Evening Minyan (online)

Lay-Led Evening Minyan (online)

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 are a meaningful way to end your day. Join us on Zoom here.

Garden Club: Outdoor Containers

Simon Hall

Susan Nock of Thistle Design in Wellesley will present a program on Outdoor Containers. Susan will create three seasonal containers and explain why certain plants are chosen for the season. Please join us for a very informative presentation. Questions? email gardenclub@tbsneedham.org Contact: Garden Club

Latkes, Laughs & Lights – Sisterhood Hanukah Party!

Outside of Temple

Join us for a fun-filled evening with your Sisterhood friends. Enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres, latkes, desserts, drinks, and more. White Elephant Swap! We’ll be playing our unique spin (pun intended) on a really fun party game (participation is optional!). Instructions on the White Elephant Swap are in the signup. Questions? Contact: Sisterhood.