Apr
6
9:30 PM21:30

Listening Circle Regarding Current Conflict in Middle East

The last year and a half has been very difficult for Jews. With the conflict in the Middle East raging and the revival of anti-Semitism in many countries, many of us have felt embattled and caught between all sorts of values and loyalties. We are a diverse congregation with diverse views, so the goal is not to reach consensus or change people's opinions but to help people feel heard, connected, and supported by an inclusive Jewish community. We encourage you to attend our listening circle gathering in the social hall at 10:00pm on Sunday April 6. To prepare and preserve our safe space, this meeting is for Brit Shalom members only.
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Apr
19
7:00 PM19:00

Havdalah & Hot Cocoa Night

Students in grades 5, 6 and 7 are invited to a special Havdalah & Hot Cocoa event at 7pm on Saturday, April 19 at the synagogueWe will end Shabbat by singing Havdalah songs and prayers, enjoy hot cocoa and other refreshments, and open up the floor to discuss Jewish topics. Please RSVP by Thursday, April 10 to Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com
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Mar
30
2:00 PM14:00

Last of the Sunday Flicks at Congregation Brit Shalom

The last of three Sunday film screenings will be held on March 30 at 2:00 (Note that this is a change in schedule from the original March 23 date). The film “The Other Son” is the moving and provocative tale, of two young men, one Israeli, the other Palestinian- who discover they were accidentally switched at birth, and the complex repercussions on themselves and their respective families. 

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Mar
30
11:00 AM11:00

Join Us For Israeli Dancing

All adult members of the Congregation are invited to join Ruth Stromberg to learn Israeli dancing on Sunday, March 30 from 11:00 to 11:30 am in the social hall. Earlier in the morning Ruth will be teaching our Religious School students. After the students, we will open the floor to adults. Please wear sneakers and loose, comfortable clothing. RSVP is necessary for this program. For more information or to RSVP email Marjorie at marjorie.stromberg@gmail.com or sign up here.
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Mar
23
4:30 PM16:30

Spring Teen Movie Series

Students in grades 8-12 are invited to attend a special “Teen Movie Series” this Spring. The first movie in the series will be held from 4:30 to 8:00pm on Sunday, March 23 . The movie You’re So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah” is a story about Stacy and Lydia, two BFFs who've always dreamed about having epic bat mitzvahs. However, things start to go comically awry when a popular boy and middle school drama threatens their friendship and their rite of passage. There will be pizza and other refreshments. Please RSVP HERE (When you RSVP please note any food allergies.) 
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Mar
2
10:00 AM10:00

Purim Carnival

Please join us for the Congregation Brit Shalom Purim Carnival taking place on March 2 at 10:00am after Religious School ends. There will be games, prizes, a costume parade, a story, and more!  We are in need of parent and teen volunteers to help make this event a success.  Please sign up HERE! All children and their families are invited to attend, and encouraged to wear a costume! Please reach out with any questions or concerns: Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com.
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Feb
22
10:00 AM10:00

TU B’Shevat TOT SHABBAT

Join Rabbi Rob and Missy Gleisser for a Tu B’Shevat Tot Shabbat at 10am on Saturday February 22 in the social hall.  We will celebrate Tu B’Shevat by learning about trees and how we can take care of them; singing songs; creating artwork: and reading stories! Bagels will be provided.  Tot Shabbat is geared towards children ages 0-5 and their families. For more information or to RSVP email Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com

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Feb
9
11:00 AM11:00

Join Us For Israeli Dancing

All adult members of the Congregation are invited to join Ruth Stromberg to learn Israeli dancing on Sunday, February 9 from 11:00 to 11:30 am in the social hall. Earlier in the morning Ruth will be teaching our Religious School students. After the students, we will open the floor to adults. Please wear sneakers and loose, comfortable clothing. RSVP is necessary for this program. For more information or to RSVP email Marjorie at marjorie.stromberg@gmail.com or sign up here.
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Dec
24
10:00 AM10:00

American Red Cross Blood Drive

The donation of blood for the saving of lives is a mitzvah of Piku’ach Nefesh. To donate, just come to the synagogue’s social hall anytime between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm on Tuesday December 24. You can either drop in. Or to save wait time, schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visiting RedCrossBlood.org.

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Dec
21
10:00 AM10:00

Chanukah Tot Shabbat

Please join us for a Chanukah Tot Shabbat hosted by Rabbi Rob and Missy Gleisser at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 21 at Congregation Brit Shalom. We will gather with friends to sing songs, read books and learn about Chanukah. Tot Shabbat is geared towards children ages 0-5 and their families. For more information or to RSVP please contact Marjorie Miller at Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com.

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Dec
13
7:00 PM19:00

Student-Led Shabbat Worship With an Oneg in Memory of Susan Mann

Everyone is invited to a student-led service this Friday, December 13 at 7pm. A special Oneg in memory of our long-time member Susan Mann will follow.  All students are encouraged to participate in the service. Those interested in a part may contact Rabbi Ostrich.  For more information contact Marjorie Miller at Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com

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Dec
11
12:00 PM12:00

Torah Luncheon Continues

Join us on Wednesday December 11th at 12:00 for the second in our series of Torah Luncheons. Enjoy the original free lunch: a delicious salad bar with stimulating conversation and religious study. Our study text will be Martin Buber’s The Way of Man, a compendium of parables and proverbs curated  from the Hassidic Tradition.

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Dec
8
2:00 PM14:00

Carved in Stone: Antisemitic Imagery in the Cathedral of Brussels

Please CLICK HERE to join us on Sunday December 8 at 2:00 for a zoom presentation  by Flora Cassen, Senior Faculty at the Hartman Institute and Associate Professor of History at Washington University in Saint Louis (zoom link will follow later). This talk examines the disturbing legacy of antisemitism embedded in the very fabric of Brussels Cathedral. In 1370, a false accusation of host desecration led to the execution of several Jewish men and the expulsion of the entire Jewish community. Today, the cathedral stands as a monument to this tragic event.
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Dec
8
10:00 AM10:00

Interfaith Services Volunteer Opportunity

Our congregation has provided volunteers for the Interfaith Human Services' Wishing Well Fundraiser each December. This year our volunteers will be at Meyer Dairy on Sunday, December 8 from 10-6. If you would like to sign up for a 1-hour shift, go to  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0F4EADA928AAFC1-52940553-meyer/105056775#/ for the online signup sheet. Contact Karen Scherba at kdwensch@gmail.com if you have any questions. Thank you for your support!   

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Nov
15
7:00 PM19:00

New Members Shabbat

Join us at this Shabbat Service and the Oneg that follows on Friday November 15 at 7:00 to meet and greet our new members. We welcome all families to bring their children to the event, and there will be a concurrent youth service to engage the younger kiddos. There will be a pizza and potluck dinner preceding the service at 6 PM . If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to spence3@gmail.com (not required, but helpful for planning dinner).

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Nov
13
12:00 PM12:00

Torah Luncheon

The first in our series of Torah Luncheons will occur on Wednesday November 13 at 12:00 Join us for a delicious salad bar lunch, some potentially enlightening kibbitzing, and a study session on some of Pirke Avot’s highlights. Everyone is invited!

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Nov
3
2:00 PM14:00

Congregation Brit Shalom CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

The Brit Shalom CONGREGATIONAL MEETING will take place on Sunday November 3rd at 2:00 pm. In addition to a general update on "the State of Our Synagogue", a very important item on the agenda will be a presentation of the planned renovation of the lower level entrance to enhance security, and a discussion of how we plan to fund this project.

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