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SUMMARY:Kabbalat and Kugel
DESCRIPTION:Join the NextGen folks at Temple Beth Israel for an in-person Kabbalat Shabbat service followed by a vegetarian/dairy potluck\, drinks and good vibes! The event is free to attend\, but a suggested $18 donation is encouraged to support future NextGen programming. All are welcome! \nPlease RSVP and sign up for the potluck in advance.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/kabbalat-and-kugel/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Religious,Social events
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SUMMARY:Make your own Golem
DESCRIPTION:This is a Steampunk “Extra Hours” Event. \nJoin Waltham’s Temple Beth Israel to make your own Golem of Prague! Make your own “Golem” with clay\, eat turn of the century Jewish foods\, and hear the story that inspired Frankenstein all on our front lawn! \nIt is recommended that you arrive no later than 6:00 p.m. to have enough time for the activity. \nRSVP requested by May 5 so we can get an idea of how many are coming. Parking is available in the back of the Synagogue.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/make-your-own-golem/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & culture,Festivals,History
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SUMMARY:Art Show Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:“Come Buy Your Mother Something Nice”\n\nJoin us the week before Mother’s Day to pick up a piece of superb art at a great price\, and it supports our community! Snacks will be served. Silent art auction and live auction of fun prizes will occur at 4 p.m.\n\nContact Temple Beth Israel at 781-894-5146 or office@tbiwaltham.org to RSVP\, for more info\, or to donate a piece of art (by April 27).
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/art-show-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & culture,Fund raisers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T190000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Jewish Bookshelf — Poetry and Creative Midrash
DESCRIPTION:You want to learn more about Judaism\, but where do you start? We are known as The People of the Book\, so it’s a great idea to get to know the framework of some of our foundational literature. \nIntroduction to the Jewish bookshelf presents texts that will be your entryway into conversations about creation in the Torah\, self-defense in rabbinic texts\, and revelation through the eyes of modern thinkers. \nThis class is for all levels of learners. We will meet in person on the following Mondays (location to be shared upon sign-up). A minimum of eight participants is required. \nMar. 23 – Poetry and Creative Midrash\nApr. 6 – makeup session \nAll classes will meet in person (or on Zoom in case of inclement weather). \nThis class is funded through a Hadar Community Group grant\, a program to foster engagement around Jewish study and practice. The class will be led by Temple Beth Israel member Scott A. Tepper. Scott has a BA in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies from Brandeis University\, and a Master’s from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He is honored to be approved as a Hadar Community Group Leader. \nTo sign up or if you have questions\, please contact Scott at stepper612@hotmail.com.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/introduction-to-the-jewish-bookshelf-poetry-and-creative-midrash/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Religious
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SUMMARY:'Golda's Balcony'—a one-woman biographical play
DESCRIPTION:A one-woman show featuring Beth Goldman as Golda Meir\, “Golda’s Balcony” is set on the eve of the 1973 Yom Kippur War and uses flashbacks to trace Golda’s life from Russia to Milwaukee and her move to Palestine in 1921. These personal stories frame a gripping exploration of idealism\, leadership and the resolve required to shape a nation’s future. \nOrder tickets here.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/goldas-balcony-a-one-woman-biographical-play/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & culture,History,Public interest
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Jewish Bookshelf — Feminist Theologians
DESCRIPTION:You want to learn more about Judaism\, but where do you start? We are known as The People of the Book\, so it’s a great idea to get to know the framework of some of our foundational literature. \nIntroduction to the Jewish bookshelf presents texts that will be your entryway into conversations about creation in the Torah\, self-defense in rabbinic texts\, and revelation through the eyes of modern thinkers. \nThis class is for all levels of learners. We will meet in person on the following Mondays (location to be shared upon sign-up). A minimum of eight participants is required. \nMar. 9 – Jewish Feminist Theologians\nMar. 23 – Poetry and Creative Midrash\nApr. 6 – makeup session \nAll classes will meet in person (or on Zoom in case of inclement weather). \nThis class is funded through a Hadar Community Group grant\, a program to foster engagement around Jewish study and practice. The class will be led by Temple Beth Israel member Scott A. Tepper. Scott has a BA in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies from Brandeis University\, and a Master’s from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He is honored to be approved as a Hadar Community Group Leader. \nTo sign up or if you have questions\, please contact Scott at stepper612@hotmail.com.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/introduction-to-the-jewish-bookshelf-feminist-theologians/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Religious
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Jewish Bookshelf — The Legal Codes
DESCRIPTION:You want to learn more about Judaism\, but where do you start? We are known as The People of the Book\, so it’s a great idea to get to know the framework of some of our foundational literature. \nIntroduction to the Jewish bookshelf presents texts that will be your entryway into conversations about creation in the Torah\, self-defense in rabbinic texts\, and revelation through the eyes of modern thinkers. \nThis class is for all levels of learners. We will meet in person on the following Mondays (location to be shared upon sign-up). A minimum of eight participants is required. \nJan. 26 – The Legal Codes\nTwo Feb. dates (TBD) – The Hasidic Masters and Modern Jewish Theologians\nMar. 9 – Jewish Feminist Theologians\nMar. 23 – Poetry and Creative Midrash\nApr. 6 – makeup session \nAll classes will meet in person (or on Zoom in case of inclement weather). \nThis class is funded through a Hadar Community Group grant\, a program to foster engagement around Jewish study and practice. The class will be led by Temple Beth Israel member Scott A. Tepper. Scott has a BA in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies from Brandeis University\, and a Master’s from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He is honored to be approved as a Hadar Community Group Leader. \nTo sign up or if you have questions\, please contact Scott at stepper612@hotmail.com. \n 
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/introduction-to-the-jewish-bookshelf-the-legal-codes/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Religious
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Jewish Bookshelf — Turning to the Talmud
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This class is now full. \nYou want to learn more about Judaism\, but where do you start? We are known as The People of the Book\, so it’s a great idea to get to know the framework of some of our foundational literature. \nIntroduction to the Jewish bookshelf presents texts that will be your entryway into conversations about creation in the Torah\, self-defense in rabbinic texts\, and revelation through the eyes of modern thinkers. \nThis class is for all levels of learners. We will meet in person on the following Mondays (location to be shared upon sign-up). A minimum of eight participants is required. \nJan 5\, 2026 – Turning to the Talmud\nJan 26 – The Legal Codes\nTwo Feb dates (TBD) – The Hasidic Masters and Modern Jewish Theologians\nMar 9 – Jewish Feminist Theologians\nMar 23 – Poetry and Creative Midrash\nApr 6 – makeup session \nAll classes will meet in person (or on Zoom in case of inclement weather). \nThis class is funded through a Hadar Community Group grant\, a program to foster engagement around Jewish study and practice. The class will be led by Temple Beth Israel member Scott A. Tepper. Scott has a BA in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies from Brandeis University\, and a Master’s from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He is honored to be approved as a Hadar Community Group Leader. \nTo sign up or if you have questions\, please contact Scott at stepper612@hotmail.com. \n 
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/introduction-to-the-jewish-bookshelf-turning-to-the-talmud/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Religious
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Jewish Bookshelf — The Mishnah as Oral Law
DESCRIPTION:You want to learn more about Judaism\, but where do you start? We are known as The People of the Book\, so it’s a great idea to get to know the framework of some of our foundational literature. \nIntroduction to the Jewish bookshelf presents texts that will be your entryway into conversations about creation in the Torah\, self-defense in rabbinic texts\, and revelation through the eyes of modern thinkers. \nThis class is for all levels of learners. We will meet in person on the following Mondays (location to be shared upon sign-up). A minimum of eight participants is required. \nDec 22 – The Mishnah as Oral Law\nJan 5\, 2026 – Turning to the Talmud\nJan 26 – The Legal Codes\nTwo Feb dates (TBD) – The Hasidic Masters and Modern Jewish Theologians\nMar 9 – Jewish Feminist Theologians\nMar 23 – Poetry and Creative Midrash\nApr 6 – makeup session \nAll classes will meet in person (or on Zoom in case of inclement weather). \nThis class is funded through a Hadar Community Group grant\, a program to foster engagement around Jewish study and practice. The class will be led by Temple Beth Israel member Scott A. Tepper. Scott has a BA in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies from Brandeis University\, and a Master’s from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He is honored to be approved as a Hadar Community Group Leader. \nTo sign up or if you have questions\, please contact Scott at stepper612@hotmail.com. \n 
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/introduction-to-the-jewish-bookshelf-the-mishnah-as-oral-law/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Religious
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Jewish bookshelf
DESCRIPTION:You want to learn more about Judaism\, but where do you start? We are known as The People of the Book\, so it’s a great idea to get to know the framework of some of our foundational literature. \nIntroduction to the Jewish bookshelf presents texts that will be your entryway into conversations about creation in the Torah\, self-defense in rabbinic texts\, and revelation through the eyes of modern thinkers. \nThis class is for all levels of learners. We will meet in person on the following Mondays (location to be shared upon sign-up).  A minimum of eight participants is required. \nNov 3 – In the Beginning\nNov 17 – Turning to Midrash\nDec 1 – Turning to the Commentators\nDec 22 – The Mishnah as Oral Law\nJan 5\, 2026 – Turning to the Talmud\nJan 26 – The Legal Codes\nTwo Feb dates (TBD) – The Hasidic Masters and Modern Jewish Theologians\nMar 9 – Jewish Feminist Theologians\nMar 23 – Poetry and Creative Midrash\nApr 6 – makeup session \nAll classes will meet in person (or on Zoom in case of inclement weather). \nThis class is funded through a Hadar Community Group grant\, a program to foster engagement around Jewish study and practice. The class will be led by Temple Beth Israel member Scott A. Tepper. Scott has a BA in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies from Brandeis University\, and a Master’s from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He is honored to be approved as a Hadar Community Group Leader. \nTo sign up or if you have questions\, please contact Scott at stepper612@hotmail.com.
URL:https://walthamtimes.org/event/introduction-to-the-jewish-bookshelf/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 25 Harvard St.\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public interest
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