We look forward to seeing you this Sunday morning and to celebrating Tu Bishvat, the New Year of the Trees, together with our Shorashim school community! Please read more details below.
Upcoming Calendar
Grades K-6: Shorashim RS on Sunday, February 9, 9:30-11:30 am We'll begin all together in the sanctuary for opening blessings. All School Tu Bishvat Seder During Shorashim this Sunday, February 9, 10:45-11:30 am Though it might be snowing here, in Israel spring is around the corner! We’ll gather to celebrate the New Year of the Trees. Our special seder experience includes tasting a variety of fruits of the earth, 4 cups of colored wine/grape juice, and sharing stories of trees. A joyful, musical gathering for all ages, with an emphasis on Tikkun Olam, repairing our world. We especially need parent/adult volunteers to help with set up. Please use this link TODAYto sign up to lend a hand and contribute a few items. Grades K-2 students should be accompanied by an adult. Siblings and other family members are welcome; just let us know how many are coming by the end of today. For more information about the holiday of Tu Bishvat, go to:https://reformjudaism.org/jewish-holidays/tu-bishvat
Grades 3-6: Hebrew sessions continue on Tuesday, February 11 OR Wednesday, February 12
Upcoming: 5th, 6th, 7th Grade Shul-In (Temple Overnight) Saturday, February 8 at 6:00 pm - Sunday, February 9 at 9:30 am We're looking forward to a great overnight experience! (See separate email packing list).
The letter ayin is the first letter of the word eitz meaning tree. Ayin is a silent letter (like aleph) that takes the sound of the vowel. In Jewish tradition we call the Torah, "Eitz Chayim Hi - A Tree of Life." Next Monday is Tu Bishvat, the Jewish holiday that celebrates the New Year of the Trees. We will celebrate as a Shorashim school community this Sunday with a special Tu Bishvat Seder. For those who have attended before, there will be some new twists this year! Please make sure to sign up to indicate your participation and assistance.
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Hebrew Home Practice for Grades 3-6
15-20 minutes a week of Hebrew practice is encouraged and will really help. Please check your folders.
Grade 3: Lesson 14 Aleph Bet Quest online program, page 65 in book read aloud lines 1-4 Grade 4: Practice reading and chanting the V'ahavta (Prayer Companion 1, page 24) and listen to the sound file below Grade 5: Listen to the Avot recording and chant along twice. Practice reading Gevurot out loud and listen once to the Gevurot recording below (bring your folder and book to temple!) Grade 6: Practice reading and chanting the blessings for the Torah service - click on recording below
Fourth grade is learning about "Middot - Jewish Values to Live By." Please support our 4th graders by contributing to their clothing drive for Cradles to Crayons! Cradles to Crayons is a non-profit organization that provides local children ages 0-12 with clothing and other basic essentials. You can bring new and gently used children's clothes to the donation bins at Temple Beth David. Donations are welcome through THIS Sunday, Feb. 9. Winter clothing is especially welcome!
All ages and especially kids are encouraged to join the Temple Beth David community on Friday, May 8 - Saturday, May 9(overnight or day option) for our Congregational Retreat at the Warren Conference Center in Ashland! It is kind of like family camp in a really nice setting. Don't miss this most memorable Shabbat experience and opportunity to get to know fellow temple members! Space is limited; financial assistance is available - please let us know if we can help. For more information see this flyer.Visit this link to sign up
Great hotel style rooms/private bathroom, excellent food and beverage!
Join Temple Beth David for our second congregational trip to Israel in April 2021! Registration is now open.Visit this link for more information and to register. Contact Rabbi Micah with any questions.
