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Welcome to Havurah Shalom!
Havurah Shalom is a vibrant, diverse, participatory Jewish community steeped in spirituality, learning, and acts of social responsibility. We welcome people of all ages, identities, abilities, and backgrounds. As a part of the Reconstructing Judaism movement, we envision a just and compassionate world where creative Jewish living and learning guide us toward lives of holiness, meaning, and purpose. Our members work together to promote Jewish spirituality, learning, and social action. We invite you to join us for Shabbat services, holiday celebrations, and educational opportunities.
New! The calendar of Elul activities has been posted! Havurah Shalom members and nonmembers are invited to take part in the wide array of learning provided by our expert, creative and talented membership. All activities are free. View Class Schedule
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HAVURAH SHALOM SUPPORTS A MULTILATERAL CEASEFIRE.
Havurah Shalom is an LGBT Safe Zone and a member of the Community of Welcoming Congregations. We also support racial justice by recognizing systemic racism and promoting values, conversations, groups, and efforts that fight it directly.
Thu, August 7 2025
13 Av 5785
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Upcoming Events
IP = In person only (normally at Havurah Shalom);
ZM = On Zoom/online only;
HYB = In person and online; and
ANN = In person at Havurah's Annex.
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Saturday ,
AugAugust 9 , 2025
Shabbat, Aug 9th 10:00a to 12:00p
Led by community members and Rabbi Benjamin, this service includes davening, Torah reading, and discussion. Join us afterward for a light community brunch provided by the Lunches and Noshes Committee! Free childcare is provided. For Zoom information, please email info@havurahshalom.org. -
Monday ,
AugAugust 11 , 2025
Monday, Aug 11th 7:00p to 8:30p
Monthly meeting for the Teen Engagement Committee leadership. Havurah teens and their parents are welcome. -
Tuesday ,
AugAugust 12 , 2025
Tuesday, Aug 12th 5:30p to 7:00p
During the month of Elul, we are guided to examine our souls, explore our relationships, reflect on our actions with God and others, and prepare ourselves spiritually to begin a new year. With the Spirit of Elul, we will journey into exploring the aspects of grief. For Havurah members only. Limited to 8 people. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all sessions. -
Tuesday ,
AugAugust 12 , 2025
Tuesday, Aug 12th 6:30p to 8:30p
Steering members and staff will meet to consider matters of governance. All Havurah Shalom members are invited to attend Steering Committee meetings. A link to a draft agenda, accessible only to logged-in members, will be posted here in advance of the meeting. -
Wednesday ,
AugAugust 13 , 2025
Wednesday, Aug 13th 4:00p to 6:00p
(This is a closed event and is included in our calendar for space reservation reasons and attendee reference.) -
Friday ,
AugAugust 15 , 2025
Friday, Aug 15th 12:00p to 2:00p
(This is a closed event and is included in our calendar for space reservation reasons and attendee reference.) -
Saturday ,
AugAugust 16 , 2025
Shabbat, Aug 16th 10:00a to 12:00p
Please join us for Shabbat morning services, including welcoming Natasha Raish as a Bat Mitzvah and member of our community. -
Sunday ,
AugAugust 17 , 2025
Sunday, Aug 17th 11:00a to 1:00p
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Monday ,
AugAugust 18 , 2025
Monday, Aug 18th 5:30p to 6:30p
All are welcome! Havurah members and non-members alike are invited to join us in this slow, section-by-section reading of "Not Too Late: Changing the Climate Story from Despair to Possibility." Click and RSVP. Attend any or all of these HCAT (Havurah's Climate Action Team) Book Group discussions about "Not Too Late." -
Tuesday ,
AugAugust 19 , 2025
Tuesday, Aug 19th 5:30p to 7:00p
During the month of Elul, we are guided to examine our souls, explore our relationships, reflect on our actions with God and others, and prepare ourselves spiritually to begin a new year. With the Spirit of Elul, we will journey into exploring the aspects of grief. For Havurah members only. Limited to 8 people. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all sessions.
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