Gather, learn and connect with Sisterhood

Mahjong Evenings

Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00 PM

Join the GenXters, an affiliate group of Sisterhood, for a relaxed evening of American Mahjong at Har Zion. Bring your tiles and enjoy a few rounds, friendly competition and time with friends.

Space is limited to 28 players (7 tables), with spots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserve early!

Open a Book: Scott Hayes

Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM

Join U.S. Army veteran Scott Hayes for a conversation about Faith Under Fire, his memoir exploring military service, identity, faith and resilience in a time of rising antisemitism.

Tour the Open Waters Mikveh

Tuesday, November 10 at 2:00 PM | Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El

Join Sisterhood women on a tour of the Open Waters Mikveh at Temple Beth Hillel. We will learn about the history of this resource for the non-Orthodox community and how it is being used by women of the Conservative movement.

Space is limited to 20, so please RSVP soon. Contact Judy Shrager at Judyshrager@comcast.net.

Open a Book: Judy Batalion

Wednesday, November 18 at 10:30 AM | Brunch

Meet bestselling author Judy Batalion for brunch and a conversation about The Last Woman of Warsaw. Set in 1938, her novel follows two Jewish women brought together by a search for their missing photography professor as antisemitism rises around them.

Torah Fund-Founder’s Day Luncheon

Sunday, November 8 at 10:15 AM | Congregation Adath Jeshurun

Shema Koleinu: Hear Our Voice. Join the Mid-Atlantic Region for a luncheon featuring Rabbi Annie Lewis and remarks from Pam Schlosberg, International President of Women’s League for Conservative Judaism.

Congregation Adath Jeshurun
7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA

We want you to join us. Sisterhood has set aside funds to help with the cost of attending Founder’s Day. If cost is a concern, please reach out to sisterhoodpresident@harziontemple.org.

Sisterhood Torah Fund Luncheon

Sunday, December 13 at 11:30 AM | Har Zion Temple

Save the date for our Torah Fund Luncheon honoring Ellen Pries, with special guest speaker Rabbi Mike Uram, Chancellor of JTS.

Additional details and formal invitations will follow.

Explore Sisterhood programs, events, leadership and ways to get involved throughout the coming year.

Help Keep Our Neighbors Warm

Har Zion’s HIAS PA coat drive is underway through Thanksgiving. We are collecting new adult puffy or winter coats in sizes S–XL. Please leave tags attached.

Coats and checks payable to Har Zion Temple, with “HIAS PA” in the memo, may be dropped at the synagogue office. For a list of reasonably priced coats, contact Andy Coren.