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WRT AT A GLANCE
Scroll down for details about these events and our regular classes
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Friday Evening Service
December 13 at 6:15 pm (in-person at WRT)
Shabbat service features the rituals, melodies and warmth of our congregation. The service includes a sermon or presentation by one of our rabbis, cantors, or special guests. Participate alongside fellow congregants in-person, or join us on any of our live-streaming platforms.
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Sharing Shabbat
Saturday, December 14 at 9:00 am (in-person in the CJL)
Our engaging, musical Shabbat service for children in Grades K-6 and their families is open to the congregation and community. This weekly service is led by our clergy and followed by engaging learning and conversation organized by cohort – a special JLL curricular experience for the children, and time for the adults to concurrently study, sharestories, and ask questions together with a member of the clergy team. All are welcome!
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Torah Study
Saturday, December 14 at 9:00 am (in-person in the Sifriyah or Zoom)
Each Shabbat morning we gather informally to read and discuss the week’s Torah portion. The morning begins with a brief Shabbat service at which mourners who wish to say Kaddish are warmly welcomed. The group is led by volunteers, with clergy participation. No prior experience with Torah is necessary.
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In Case You Missed It!
December 6, 2024 | Rachel's Sulam | Rabbi Alissa Platcow
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Adult Learning: Talmud Shiur (Class)
Led by Rabbi Jonathan Blake
Thursday, December 12 at 10:15 am (on Zoom)
Curious about the Talmud? Newcomers and veterans alike are eagerly welcomed to Rabbi Blake's weekly learning session, where we unpack the mysteries and wisdoms of Judaism's greatest book, with spiritual and intellectual openness.
Class meets for 90 minutes, over Zoom, each Thursday from 10:15 AM to 11:45 AM. We also record every session, and you can view previous classes here: https://www.youtube.com/rabbiblake
Upcoming classes: December 19
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Chair Yoga Series at WRT
Thursday, December 12 at 2:00 pm
RSVP via email to receptionist@wrtemple.org or call the temple office at 914-723-7727. Upcoming dates: December 19 & 26
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WRJ Donut Tasting and Chanukah Celebration
Thursday, December 12, 8:00 - 9:45 pm
Please join us for the second annual donut-tasting contest as we celebrate Chanukah with dessert and drinks in the CJL. All ages are welcome!
Click on the image to learn more and RSVP below.
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Meditation with Norm Goldstein
Friday, December 13 at 11:00 am (in the CJL Living Room)
Many of us are aware that mindfulness and meditation have become increasingly present in people’s lives as a set of tools to navigate stress, increase calmness and clarity, and to promote joy. We at WRT are excited to be continuing our Meditation Lab, which utilizes Judaism as a context for meditation and explores Jewish meditative techniques. While each of us continues to navigate our emotions and responses to the ongoing crisis in Israel and Gaza, we will also continue to use meditation as a way of creating more space in our hearts and minds.
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WRJ Author Talk with Joan Leegant, Displaced Persons
Friday, December 13, 11:45 am - 1:30 pm (at WRT)
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Evening Book Group
Tuesday, December 17 at 7:30 pm (on Zoom)
Interested in joining the evening book group? This month we are reading and will be discussing, The Postcard by Ann Berest.
To RSVP, please contact Lenore Rosenbaum at papoobeads@optonline.net.
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Bereavement Group
Wednesday, December 18 at 11:30 am (in-person)
These support groups are for those in mourning over a loss, and to help find comfort and process feelings of loss through caring discussion and in sacred Jewish context. Led by Jane Slevin, LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist from Westchester Jewish Community Services) and Cantor Laura Stein, LMSW, a social worker specializing in spiritual care.
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Joe's Violin Documentary
Thursday, December 19 at 7:00 pm (at WRT)
Don’t miss this incredibly moving documentary event that will include a special duet performance with Cantor Isaac Sonnett-Assor and Kokoe Tanaka-Suwan. Be sure to watch the trailer HERE.
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Community Chanukah Candle Lighting
Friday, December 27, *5:45 pm - 6:15 pm (at WRT)
Join the clergy and our WRT families as we light our 10-foot tall outdoor menorah, sing songs and enjoy some treats. Followed by Shabbat Services at 6:15.
*Please note new start time.
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An Afternoon of Music and Gratitude
Sunday, January 5 at 3:00 pm at WRT
Please join us as we express our appreciation and bid farewell to Hillary Fontana who has been an invaluable member of the WRT staff for 21 years!
There is no charge for this afternoon of music, light snacks, and drinks. Click on the flyer for more information.
In appreciation for this event, Hillary has requested that in lieu of admission fees, each attendee is asked to contribute a donation to the WRT Food and Housing Insecurity Fund. These donations will be split among several charities to provide food for local Westchester communities.
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Dismantling Racism From the Inside Out
Multiple Dates, January – June, online, Westchester Reform Temple and Scarsdale Synagogue
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Today marks 433 days since the hostages have been held in captivity in Gaza, seven of whom are American citizens.
According to Hostages Forum, the hostages are facing an urgent humanitarian crisis. Their health is at severe risk, enduring inhumane conditions, and with winter approaching, they are increasingly vulnerable to malnutrition, hypothermia, infections, and weakened immune systems. Write to the current and future administration to urge them to do everything in their power to bring the hostages home now! Write to the White House and to President-Elect Trump.
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WRT Collection Corner
Welcome to the new WRT Collection Corner. Learn about upcoming opportunities to donate goods for WRT tikkun olam initiatives. To learn more and for a complete list of ongoing collections visit WRT Collection Corner.
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Inspired Giving
It is only through the generosity of our members that we are able to fully carry out our mission, attract and retain world-class staff, uphold the highest standards of learning and worship and offer engaging and innovative ways to experience Jewish Life. We hope you will consider making a gift to WRT's Inspired Giving Annual Fund.
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