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FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 11AM
Kosher Senior Café Temple Sinai is the host site for the Kosher Senior Café run by Jewish Collaborative Services of Rhode Island on Fridays at 11AM. The program offers kosher meals and socializing for older adults and those with physical disabilities. Reservations are required two days in advance for meals, and there is a suggested donation of $3 per meal. There is no charge for scheduled social activities. Check out the JCS website for a link to a monthly calendar of programs and menus. To make a reservation, contact Neal Drobnis at [email protected] or 401-421-4111, ext. 107. |
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FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 7:30PM
Joint Reform Service in the Sanctuary Every year, the Reform congregations of Rhode Island – Temple Sinai, Temple Beth-El, Temple Habonim, and the Newport Havurah – come together to celebrate Shabbat. This year's Joint Reform service will be at Temple Sinai and will celebrate the history of Reform Judaism. The service will be followed by an Oneg Shabbat in the Social Hall sponsored by Sisterhood. Join us in person or on Zoom for this special service on Friday, March 28, at 7:30 PM (please note the special time). The Zoom meeting opens 30 minutes before the service for socializing. |
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SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 9AM
Religious School Temple Sinai's Religious School meets on Sundays starting at 9:00 AM. |
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SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2PM
People of the Book Temple Sinai's book club meets on the last Sunday of each month at the Temple. At our next meeting on Sunday, March 30 at 2PM, we will discuss Her Hidden Genius by Marie Benedict. All are welcome to join our lively and insightful conversation at the Temple. |
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THURSDAYS, 7PM, APRIL 3 to MAY 8
Judaism Beyond the Basics In this adult education course taught by Rabbi Goldwasser, we'll cover some topics not typically included in a basic introduction to Judaism course. We'll talk about Jewish mysticism, Jewish views on sexuality, responses to antisemitism, our complicated relationship to the State of Israel, Talmud study, and more. The course meets on six Thursday nights and is open to prospective and recent converts, people in interfaith relationships, and anyone who just wants to lift their Jewish learning to the next level. |
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FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 6PM
Religious School Shabbat in the Sanctuary Students from all grades of our Religious School will lead songs and prayers during our Shabbat evening service. Shabbat services are every Friday night. Join in-person or on Zoom. The Zoom meeting opens 30 minutes before the service for socializing. |
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SUNDAY, APRIL 6, 3PM
The Passover Gourmet On Sunday, April 6, at 3:00 PM, there will be a wine and chocolate event in the Social Hall. The focus is on Passover friendly options. There will be a presentation on making macarons by Doc Macaron. We will also enjoy wine tasting with wine provided by Town Wine featuring kosher wines. Chocolate tasting will be offered by Hauser Chocolatier. The price is $18 a person to attend the event. Contact the Temple office for reservations. |
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FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 6PM
Shabbat in the Sanctuary On the Shabbat that is called Shabbat HaGadol, "The Great Sabbath," Rabbi Goldwasser will talk about how we can make our Passover Seders more meaningful and joyful. Join in-person or on Zoom. The Zoom meeting opens 30 minutes before the service for socializing. |
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SUNDAY, APRIL 13, 5:30PM
Second Night Passover Seder Our annual Second Night Seder is back! We will gather in the Social Hall for a seder led by Rabbi Goldwasser on the evening of Sunday, April 13, at 5:30 PM. The seder will include a complete Passover dinner from soup to dessert. The cost is $40 for adults, $18 for children 6 to 12, and $5 for children 5 and under. Reservations and checks must be received by April 5. No exceptions! Click for an RSVP form. |
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SUNDAY, APRIL 27 AND MAY 4, 9:00AM
Jewish Parenting Group What does it mean to you to be a Jewish parent, or to parent a Jewish child? What are the stories you have learned about parenting a Jewish child? How might Jewish tradition bolster our resilience as parents today? Rabbi Heather Shore of Jewish Collaborative Services will lead this parenting group during Religious School. Together we’ll explore both Jewish learning and lived experiences of parenting, unpacking stressors, and connecting over shared stories. Additional sessions will be scheduled based on group interest and availability. |
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SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 11:00AM
Mindfulness Shabbat We are trying a new style of Shabbat worship service one Saturday morning each month. Our Mindfulness Shabbat service includes chant, meditation, and silence to create a Shabbat experience to grow our Jewish souls. We will read from Torah in a spirit of recognizing challenges and blessings within us. Join us in the Chapel or on Zoom at 11:00AM. |
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 7PM
Board of Trustees The Temple's Board of Trustees will have its next regular meeting on Zoom on the evening of Wednesday, May 7, at 7PM. |
