Feb. 18, 2026

A New Shabbat Experience, Plus Several Sunday Offerings

THIS FRIDAY, Feb. 20, Our first Shabbat B’Yachad Through exciting music, meaningful prayer, and being in the same room with one another, we will create space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect to what matters most. Come experience a sacred space that invites participation, our clergy leading together, and an atmosphere that makes room for joy, quiet, and everything in between. We will begin at 5:30 pm with a pre-oneg to schmooze, followed at 6 pm with a musically rich service, and we're offering on-site childcare (18 months-2nd grade), followed by a sweet oneg. Yarhzeits here

Saturday, Feb. 21 - 9 am, Torah Study, in person or livestream


Sunday, Feb. 22 -BUILDING COMMUNITY Through FAMILY STORIES, ART, MUSIC!

10 am - What happens when you follow the paths your ancestors once walked? Join Cantor Kathryn Wolfe Sebo and her husband Rommie, for an encore presentation of part 2 of their 2025 trip to Eastern Europe. They’ll take you on a heartfelt journey, in search of Jewish history and family roots - a pilgrimage through time that uncovered lost records, family connections, rediscovered relatives, and personal discovery. Video here of one of their stories. RSVP.


1 pm - Hartzmark Gallery Tour with Katya Oicherman, RSVP


2 pm - Meshuganotes Concert, The Ohio State University's Jewish a cappella group, which includes our members Jennifer Martel and Kalib Walsh, will be performing in a free concert at 2 pm at Mishkan Or. Open to all. Click here to get a sneak peek!

With Sadness We Share the Passing of Our Members

Dr. Leonard Bernstein


Russell David Horwich


Iris Renee Rubinfield


May Their Memory Be a Blessing

CARNIVAL RSVPs OPEN....ADULT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Sunday, March 1 
10 am Megillah Reading
with Limmud students and open to all

11 am Carnival begins with live magic, crafts and activities, games and bounce house, and lunch service! Pre-register for the carnival and save as early bird tickets are only $15 per family group. Register Today.

You can also pay at the door on March 1 for $20 (cash preferred) per family group.


CMO Adults - Can you spare some time on March 1 and volunteer at the Purim Carnival? Get an up-close look at the incredible costumes and soak in all the excitement and fun! Sign up here and Thank You!


Monday, March 2
6 pm
Purim Service and Megillah Reading with our clergy

7 pm -L’chaim Through Time: Persian Jews & the World of Purim

To celebrate Purim this year, we will journey back to ancient Persia and discover the vibrant Jewish world behind the Purim story. Rabbi Yael Dadoun & Joe Naroditsky will explore the history, culture, and enduring traditions of Persian Jews. RSVP required here, 21 and older.

7 pm - Monday Limmud teens will gather for pizza, hamantashen and a Purim celebration. Other Mishkan Or teens are welcome to join us! 

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

NEW Mahjong Offering - In addition to our Mahj Sundays for Limmud parents, we are now offering Wednesday afternoon Drop-in Mahj from 3-6 pm. Bring your Mahj group and your tiles and we'll have tables set up in the commons.


Tuesday Morning Minyan, 9:15 am, in person or livestream.

Wednesdays, 2-3 pm - Senior Drop-In Cafe.

Thursdays, 4 pm, Poetry with Rabbi Klein, RSVP, poems here.
Monday, Feb. 23, 4 pm,
Modern Jewish Thinkers with Rabbi Klein, RSVP here.


Celebrate Purim Early - Thursday, Feb. 19, 7-9 pm with JHUB and Congregation Mishkan Or and Alvah Klempt. Click here for details and tickets ($15).


Texas Hold'em - Join fellow Mishkan Or members for a fun evening together at this annual fundraiser on March 4. - reserve your spot.

FOR MORE UPCOMING PROGRAMS and OPPORTUNITIES:

Jan/Feb Newsletter OR Website Calendar

Congregation Mishkan Or | 26000 Shaker Blvd. | Beachwood, OH 44122 US

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