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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.
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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.
Fri, February 21 2025
23 Shevat 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 ,
FebFebruary 22 , 2025(HYB) Shabbat Morning (Reproductive Rights Shabbat)
Shabbat, Feb 22nd 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@havurhshalom.org. REPRO SHABBAT – an Earth-based Feminist service - On Feb. 22, join us in awareness of reproductive rights in the Torah as we read Parashat Mishpatim. The National Council of Jewish Women established Reproductive Rights Shabbat (a.k.a., Repro Shabbat) two years ago in response to the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. There is a law in this week’s Torah portion that became the foundation for the Jewish view on abortion. Service leaders will be Andrine de la Rocha, Howard Patterson and Diane Chaplin. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 22 , 2025(IP) Shabbat School
Shabbat, Feb 22nd 3:00p to 5:15p
This program gives children a foundation for lifelong Jewish learning and engagement while integrating parents and children in a caring Jewish community. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 22 , 2025Havurah 101
Shabbat, Feb 22nd 3:15p to 4:30p
Join Leadership Development Committee member Debbi Nadell in a conversation about what Havurah has to offer. Meeting during Shabbat School. Refreshments provided. -
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FebFebruary 22 , 2025(IP) Purim Play Time
Shabbat, Feb 22nd 5:30p to 7:15p
For all ages! As a group we’ll creatively retell the story of Queen Esther, dramatically and with live music! A secret theme, known only to the players, will be unveiled when we perform the Purim spiel on March 13. No matter what your experience in theater, all are welcome! This class has been just been rescheduled for a new day and time to include more KIDS, following Shabbat School in the sanctuary with PIZZA! Parents and other family welcome too. Led by Karen Polinsky. -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2025(IP) B’nei Mitzvah: Beginning the Journey/Date Selection
Sunday, Feb 23rd 10:00a to 12:00p
This workshop for parents will focus on the rite of passage itself and the date-selection process. Led by Staff and the B’nei Mitzvah Committee. -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2025(IP) The Jewish Catalog: The Next 50 Years
Sunday, Feb 23rd 1:30p to 2:15p
Everything about this classic 1973 text charted a new course for Jewish life and Jewish home practice. DIY-Judaism has changed a lot in a half-century, and it's a richer world than ever. Let's talk about where it is now, and where it's going, too. -
Monday ,
FebFebruary 24 , 2025(ZM) Palestinian Justice Letter Writing Group
Monday, Feb 24th 6:00p to 7:30p
We hold monthly letter writing group Zoom gatherings to write letters to our lawmakers for Israel/Palestine justice. Questions? Email Dale Oller (member log-in required to access directory). Feel free to drop in any time! There’s no need to RSVP, but please do RSVP if you need the Zoom login. Non-Havurah-members very welcome as well. -
Monday ,
FebFebruary 24 , 2025(IP) Learn to Chant Torah (registration closed)
Monday, Feb 24th 7:00p to 8:15p
Are you interested in learning how to chant the Torah? This beautiful, ancient system is a treat to learn, and inspiring to sing. A five-session class led by Ken Lerner will teach you everything you need in order to connect with this heritage, and become a proud “leyner” (Torah chanter). Ken has been a patient teacher of beginning Torah readers for over 30 years at Havurah, and would be happy to help you feel the satisfaction of gaining this skill. There is a minimum of three interested students to make the class a reality, and there is a limit of seven people. Please RSVP soon if you are interested, but no later than Jan. 15, 2025, and Ken will be in touch about the class. -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 25 , 2025(ZM) Book Group: Doppelganger by Naomi Klein
Tuesday, Feb 25th 7:00p to 8:30p
The Havurah Shalom Book Group meets monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction books voted on by Havurah members. All are welcome to any and all meetings. Copies of our upcoming books can be checked out by members in the Havurah library. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 26 , 2025(IP) Middle School: Mural Painting
Wednesday, Feb 26th 6:30p to 8:30p
Participate in painting a mural in the Havurah Annex! We have started a beautiful painting and need creative hands to add more details. This event is for Havurah Shalom Middle Schoolers. Please RSVP.
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