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SUMMARY:Selichot with a discussion: Is Jewish Culture Counter Culture?
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Michael Schwartz as he leads us in an evening of prayer and learning.
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SUMMARY:SOCIAL ACTION CALENDAR 2025-2026
DESCRIPTION:Social Action Calendar 2025-2026.  Please consider contributing time or money to support those in need.  Your assistance is urgently needed.
URL:https://templesinaiweb.org/event/social-action-calendar-2025-2026
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SUMMARY:Winter Drive for Coats and Socks
DESCRIPTION:The Temple Sinai Social Action Committee is hosting a winter coat drive for coats and new white socks. \nOnly new white socks are allowed – the dye in colored socks are bad for the feet of the shelter guests. \nIf you are able to donate\, the drop-off location is Temple Sinai\, 1 Community Road\, Marblehead MA. \nPlease drop off between 9am and 1pm\, Monday-Friday. \nYou can also make a dollar donation\, and we will make the purchase for you. \nThank you for donating!
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SUMMARY:Join Us At the Rose Art Museum for a tour of the work of Jewish artists
DESCRIPTION:Temple Sinai Adult Education Committee invites you to join us at the Rose Art Museum for a tour of Fabricated Imaginaries: Crafting Art\, focusing on the work of Jewish artists. \nThe tour is on Sunday\, December 7th at 2:15pm at the Rose Art Museum in Brandeis University. \nRSVP by Monday November 24th to susan.templesinai@gmail.com\, or 781-631-2763 \nIf you are interested in carpooling\, please let the office know.
URL:https://templesinaiweb.org/event/10435
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SUMMARY:Join us for a Chanukah Celebration for all ages
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Chanukah celebration for all ages on Saturday December 20\, 2025. \n5pm – Havdalah & Family Scavengar Hunt \n6pm – Candlelighting/Dinner/Chanukah Sing-a-Long \nBring your favorite family menorah \nMake your own Sundae bar \nPrice:\nFree for Temple Sinai members\nThe community is also invited\, at 35$ per nuclear family or $18 per adult. \nRSVP is required by December 10th. Your payment is your reservation.\nTo RSVP\, contact Susan at susan.templesinai@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Inaugural "Mazal Tov" B'nai Mitzvah Program
DESCRIPTION:The new “Mazal Tov!” B’nai Mitzvah Program\nOur new B’nai Mitzvah preparation program at Temple Sinai in Marblehead is the opportunity for Every Jewish Child to Celebrate Becoming a Bar or Bat Mitzvah! \nTemple Sinai invites you to join our inaugural B’nai Mitzvah Cohort for Spring 2026. \nOverview\n\nPurpose: To make the bar/bat mitzvah milestone accessible\, meaningful\, and user-friendly for every Jewish child and their family.\nCeremony Options: Choose to hold your ceremony in Israel\, at a venue of your choice\, or at Temple Sinai (additional costs apply).\nNo Synagogue Membership Required: Open to all Jewish families\, whether or not you are members of Temple Sinai.\n\nProgram Details\n\nCost: Thanks to a generous subsidy grant\, the cost is only $180\nWhat’s Included:\n\n8 Classes: Focused on Jewish values\, knowledge\, and building connections among students and families.\nCeramic Sculpture Program and Gift: Created through the “Storyteller” program.\nShabbat Morning Service: A learning service and community experience.\nShavuot Holiday Event: Includes a dairy holiday dinner and community learning program\, as well as recognition for completion of the program.\nTwo Rabbi Consultations: Personalized meetings to plan your child’s bar/bat mitzvah ceremony.\nMitzvah Project Guidance: Support for students to complete a meaningful mitzvah project.\n\n\nAdditional Support:\n\nExpert guidance on planning and creating a personalized bar/bat mitzvah ceremony.\nA list of tutors for Hebrew and ceremony preparation (if needed).\n\n\n\nWhy Join?\n\nBuilds a sense of community among b’nai mitzvah students and families.\nOffers meaningful and engaging Jewish learning experiences.\nIntroduces core Jewish values and knowledge.\nEnsures every child has the opportunity to become a bar/bat mitzvah\, regardless of synagogue membership or level of Jewish education.\n\nProgram Schedule\nClasses meet at Temple Sinai\, Marblehead\, unless otherwise noted.\nWeekday classes: 4:30–6:00 PM\nClasses marked with (*) include parents and students together. \n\nWednesday\, February 25\, 2026 (*)\nWednesday\, March 4\, 2026\nWednesday\, March 11\, 2026 (*)\nWednesday\, March 18\, 2026\nSunday\, March 22\, 2026 (* 10:00 AM) – “Storeyteller” art program\nSaturday\, March 28\, 2026 (*\, 9:30 AM) – Shabbat service\nWednesday April 15\, 2026\nWednesday April 29\, 2026\nWednesday\, May 6\, 2026 \nWednesday\, May 13\, 2026 \nThursday\, May 21\, 2026 (*\, evening) –Shavuot program and ‘graduation’\n\nNote: Program schedule and content are subject to change to meet students’ needs. \nProgram Curriculum\n\n(*) What is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah? Why Now at This Age?\nIntroduction to the significance of the bar/bat mitzvah milestone.\nJewish History – A Timeline\nOverview of foundational events and periods in Jewish history.\n(*) Tzedaka and Gemilut Chasadim: Learn about these concepts and the importance of community service; choose from a list of community service projects [required].\nThe Jewish Calendar and Holidays: Passover\nUnderstanding Jewish holidays and learn about the upcoming Passover holiday.\n(*) “Storyteller” – Sharing Our Jewish Stories Through Art\nParticipants understand their family tree through an object of family significance\, and create an expression of their personal Jewish story.\n(*) Shabbat service\nThe Synagogue: Understanding the “What” and “Why”\nExploration of synagogue elements (Torah\, ark\, siddur\, etc.) and their significance and meaning.\nJewish Ethics and Values 1: The Environment\nDiscussion of Jewish perspectives on environmental responsibility.\nJewish Ethics and Values 2: Hillel and Shammai – Lies and Truth-Telling\nExploration of ethical debates and Jewish teachings on honesty.\nJewish Ethics and Values 3: Honoring Mother and Father\nExamination of the commandment to honor parents and its modern application.\n(*) Tikkun Leil Shavuot  – Engaging in the Shavuot holiday community learning program and recognizing participants’ ‘graduation’ of the program toward their b’nai mitzvah celebration.\n\nAbout Our Rabbi\nRabbi Michael Schwartz brings decades of experience guiding families through the bar/bat mitzvah process. Having lived in Israel for 20 years\, he helped hundreds of families create meaningful\, personalized ceremonies at Masada\, the Western Wall\, in ancient synagogues\, or in the heart of Israel’s nature. In the U.S.\, Rabbi Schwartz continues to personalize the experience\, addressing each child’s unique needs and capabilities. He guides families through: \n\nMeaningful Learning: Engaging Jewish education tailored to the student.\nCommunity Service: Support for completing a mitzvah project.\nImpactful Ceremony: Planning a memorable bar/bat mitzvah service that reflects the family’s journey together.\n\nFor more information or to join the “Mazal Tov!” program\, contact susan.templesinai@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:In Conversation With CNN
DESCRIPTION:  \nListen to CNN Anchor and Correspondent John Berman\, and CNN Senior Business Reporter David Goldman\, as they discuss the role of the Media in today’s dynamic environment. Following a 9:30 AM breakfast\, this stimulating program will begin at 10:00 AM. The program is free\, but RSVPs are required for security purposes and to ascertain breakfast requirements.  Responses are requested by May 27 at susan.templesinai@gmail.com and inquiries can be directed to the Temple Sinai office at 781 631 2763. Temple Sinai is located at One Community Road\, Marblehead\, MA. \nThis program is brought to you by the Temple Sinai Adult Education Committee.
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