Temple Softball Championship Game Monday, August 19 | 6:00 pm | Newton South High School
Shir Chutzpah (that’s us) will be facing Israel/Sinai of Sharon in the MSSL Championship game on Monday evening, August 19th at 6 PM at Newton South High School (Brandeis Road, Newton Centre). The winning team will receive the Kiddush Kup. Any and all fans are welcome to join us!
Potluck Dinner with Friends hosted by Dan Press and Jeanette Macht Friday, August 23 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Bring a dish to share! No meat, shellfish, or raw onions, please.
Torah Study Saturday, August 24 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
This lay-led group discusses Torah over bagels and coffee in the library, each Saturday morning at 10:30 am. Join us!
We need your help for the High Holidays!
September 26 through October 10 | Temple Shir TIkvah & Winchester Town Hall
There are still a variety of tasks, opportunities to usher, and honors available. If you are interested in any volunteer opportunities, please click the appropriate link: Rosh Hashana Ushers and Honors ,Yom Kippur Ushers and Honors , Tasks.Thank you for all you contribute to our Shir Tikvah community!
Calling All Scientists
On September 20th, we will be holding a celebration of the Temple Shir Tikvah scientific community. If you are a scientist and part of the TST community, we would like to honor you. Please fill out our form with your information, and you will be included.
Coming Soon
Pie Party for Fair & Just Elections: A Tasty Event About Ranked Choice Voting & Why It Matters Tuesday, September 10 | 6:30 Sample savory & sweet pies, 7:15 Presentation
Maine voters passed ranked choice voting in 2016. NY City votes on it this fall. Massachusetts may be next! Do you know how it works? How does it make elections more fair and just? What are the pros and cons? Enjoy pie. Get answers. Presentation by nonpartisan Voter Choice Massachusetts. For more information, check here.
Elul Climate Campaign Begins September 1
Shir Tikvah is making the climate a theme at our Slichot service and throughout the High Holidays. Along with this focus, the newly reconstituted Shir Tikvah committee, Acting to Reverse Climate Change (ARCC), is issuing an Elul challenge. We are asking every synagogue member to adopt some new practice during the month of Elul, which starts on September 1 this year. Of course, you can think up your own practice; build on what you are already doing. Write to us hereand tell us what you're doing!
Arlington Town Day Saturday, September 14
Arlington Town Day is rapidly approaching. Every year, we have a table with information for those who are interested in learning more about our community. If you are available on September 14th, pleasesign up for our Temple Shir Tikvah table. It is easy and fun to greet members of the community who stop by. Signing up for one to two hours would be appreciated. Thank you for participating. If you have questions, please contact membership.
Annnual BBQ Saturday, September 14 | 4:00 pm (rain or shine)
Our annual kickoff barbecue will again be hosted by Anne and Marc Emmerich (many thanks to Anne & Marc). We'll provide the grill (burgers, kosher hotdogs, and barbecued chicken) and the beverages (wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks). You bring your chair and a side dish, salad, or dessert (sized to serve 6-8 people) with a serving utensil. Volunteers are requested to help staff the grills; let us know if you'd like to help. Watch for further details in email announcements from the temple. Cost is $10 per person.
Beyond Shir Tikvah
Interfaith Vigil to Support Detainees Sunday, August 25, 2019 | 2:00-3:00 pm - 20 | Bradston Street, Boston
Join MCAN (Massachusetts Community Action Network) as we raise our voices and prayers in support of ICE detainees. A monthly gathering that draws together different faith traditions, we are able to gather in fellowship with the detained who come to the windows of the Suffolk County Jail to witness the power of the people who remind them they are not alone or forgotten. This month’s vigil is co-sponsored with King’s Chapel. Learn more here.
Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World) HELP US REPAIR THE WORLD -- If you are interested in getting involved, contact us.
We are accepting donations of raisins and whole grain crackers for JF&CS Family Table. Help us meet our monthly commitment of 35 boxes of crackers and 45 boxes of raisins! You can leave them in the box by the front door of the Temple. Read guidelines here.
We're also recruiting new volunteers for our ongoing projects. Interested in tutoring a child in an underserved elementary school in Somerville, cooking monthly meals for homeless adults, taking part in a Habitat for Humanity work crew, or learning to head up our Winchester Hospital X-mas Day volunteer effort? Contact us to learn more.
Israel/Palestine Conversations at Temple Shir Tikvah
We are interested in gauging interest in conversations about Israel/Palestine. If you would like to be part of exploring the complexities of this topic (which could include discussions about Israel/Palestine on college campuses, or how to help your child navigate this challenging subject in public school, or even how to articulate your own feelings), please contact us here. More information will follow in the coming months. We thank the Israel Committee for bringing this opportunity to our community.
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