Event Highlights
One-Time Event Tonight!
Presentation from Holocaust Survivor Anna Ornstein
Tonight, May 4 | 5 pm
Anna was a young girl of seventeen when she was imprisoned in Auschwitz along with her mother. When they arrived in Auschwitz, her mother's glasses were taken away and Anna became her mother's eyes and hands. Her mother, in turn, used her brain and wits for both of them. The powerful bond between the two of them was an important factor in their survival. Learn more here.
New!
Calling All Book Lovers
Wednesday, May 6 | 3 pm
When we get swept away by a book, the impulse is to tell everyone we know about it. If you’ve had this experience, join with TST member Julie Laukkenen to briefly discuss a recent book (or two) you’ve read or listened to. There is no assigned reading for this book club! It is a great opportunity to share good reads with other book lovers. People of all ages are most welcome. Learn more here.
New!
Lost and Found in Poetry Translation
Thursday, May 7 | 6:30 pm
The art of translation meets its ultimate challenge in poetry translation, where not only the meaning, but the rhythm and the music of the words are important. We’ll start with Apolinnaire’s famous poem “Sous le pont Mirabeau” and Antonio Machado’s “Caminante, no hay caminos” and open up from there. Led by Marina Shalmon. Learn more here.
Odd Tales and Short Stories
Monday, May 4 | 7:30 pm
Read a story each week, and join a discussion with your TST friends. This week's stories: "Wants" and "My Father Addresses Me on the Facts of Old Age" by Grace Paley. Learn more and find join link here.
Chi Gong Class with Laurie Jaffe
Tuesday, May 5 | 4 pm
The ancient Chinese practice of Chi gong is the perfect combination of gentle stretching, balance-building, and meditation-in-motion. The follow-along activities are designed to build strength and balance and enhance body awareness. Please wear loose-fitting clothing and flexible shoes or non-skid socks. Learn more and find join link here.
Online Shabbat Services with Rabbi Cari and Beth
Friday, May 8 | 7:30 pm
Join us on our Facebook page or website home page as we welcome Shabbat. The service will include a special prayer in honor of high school seniors graduating in the class of 2020. Please send Mi Shebeirach and Yahrzeit observances by 5 pm to Beth, beth@shir-tikvah.org.
Online Havdalah Service
Saturday, May 9 | 7 pm
Bid farewell to Shabbat and welcome a fresh week together in virtual community. Hosted by the Wollheim/Martinez family (Betsey, Deborah, Sofia, and Liliana). Streaming on our Facebook page.
Poetry Zoom Soiree
Sunday, May 10 | 7 pm
Host Sara Epstein will share some of her poems, then there will be "open mic" time to share poetry afterwards. Feel free to also just curl up with your favorite fizzy beverage and listen! Learn more and find join link here.
Looking Ahead...
Jumpstart Your Memoir
Thursday, May 14 | 5 pm
We’ll write a quirky C.V.-- not as a job application but as a way to note the stages of our personal lives, sometimes within the context of larger cultural, historical and political forces. Led by Leslie Lawrence. Learn more here.
Temple Shir Tikvah Annual Meeting
Sunday, May 31 | 9:30 am
Our Annual Meeting will be held by online video conference. Join us to review the last year, look ahead to 5781, and vote on Temple leadership positions. If you've never come before, it's a great time to try it out. More info will be posted here.
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Tikkun Olam
Featured Project:
Stand up for ICE detainees in Massachusetts during COVID-19. Please read this email sent to TST's Welcoming the Stranger group regarding the recent attack at the Bristol ICE Detention center. There are many ways you can help our most vulnerable neighbors, from writing your senators to donating grocery store gift cards.
Find many more ways to help during COVID-19 at www.shir-tikvah.org/tikkunolam.
