Holidays

There are lots of Jewish holidays throughout the year; yay!

From the High Holy Days - Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur where we celebrate the new year and make amends for our wrongdoings - to many others where we light candles, sing songs, make and enjoy lots of traditional foods while recounting our hardships and celebrating our continuation as a Jewish people, religion, and culture. 

Whether you host Jewish holidays at your home each year, or whether you're celebrating these holidays for the first time ever, we've created "how to" holiday guides for you to enjoy and share. It's never too late to incorporate something new, and it's never too early to begin your Jewish traditions!

Chag Sameach! 

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FridayFri, 30 JanJanuary, 2026

 

 

Tu B'shevat Shabbat Celebration

Friday, Jan 30th 6:30p to 7:30pJoin us for a tasty Tu B'shevat-themed Seder filled with traditional dried fruits, nuts, and seeds (representative of the harvest season) followed by a special holiday Shabbat service for all ages.

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SundaySun, 8 FebFebruary, 2026

 

 

Hamantashen Baking Event (for Caregivers & their Littles!)

Sunday, Feb 8th 2:30p to 4:00pIntergenerational families! Let’s get together for some holiday fun at TI. Grandparents, parents, or favorite aunts or uncles are invited to enjoy an afternoon with their little (ages 2.5 - 8 years old) and learn how to bake hamantashen for Purim.

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MondayMon, 9 FebFebruary, 2026

 

 

February Senior Lunch & Program at Shaare Emeth

Monday, Feb 9th 12:00p to 2:00pJoin us to experience the majestic sounds of the Bay-Klimenkova family performing a wonderful mix of familiar favorites, classical pieces, and beloved Jewish music. Come enjoy a tasty lunch from Callier’s Catering, then relax, listen, and enjoy an afternoon filled with beautiful melodies and shared community.

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WednesdayWed, 18 FebFebruary, 2026

 

 

Hamantashen Baking for Adults

Wednesday, Feb 18th 7:00p to 8:30pLooking for a unique night out? Join professional baker Diane Fadem for an evening of gourmet hamantashen baking designed specifically for adults. Learn the techniques behind the perfect fold and just the right amount of sweet filling, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with the TI community.

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SundaySun, 1 MarMarch, 2026

 

 

Purim Shpiel & Carnival

Sunday, Mar 1st 10:30a to 12:30pWe’re hosting a Purim Shpiel called A Peter Pan Shpiel, a special play put on by our Religious School students filled with familiar tunes and lyrics telling the story of Purim from the Book of Esther. Immediately following the shpiel, we’re kicking off our annual Purim Carnival. It is one of the most exciting events for kids with games, food and buttery hamantashen, entertainment, and fun for kids 12 and under and their families!

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FridayFri, 6 MarMarch, 2026

 

 

DECC Purim

Friday, Mar 6th (All day)Today will be our classroom Purim celebrations, parade, and of course, a Purim-themed Shabbat!

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FridayFri, 6 MarMarch, 2026

 

 

Purim Shabbat

Friday, Mar 6th 6:30p to 7:30pAt this special Shabbat service, you'll hear a sermon all about the holiday of Purim followed by a dessert Oneg filled with yummy hamantashen. Immediately following the service, we invite you to the Board Room for a special discussion with Temple Israel's Shinshin.

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FridayFri, 3 AprApril, 2026

 

 

Passover Shabbat with Rabbi Shook

Friday, Apr 3rd 6:30p to 7:30pEnjoy a Passover-themed sermon from Rabbi Shook preceded and followed by an Oneg filled with Passover-friendly noshables, and of course, you guessed it, matzah!

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WednesdayWed, 8 AprApril, 2026

 

 

Passover Yizkor Service

Wednesday, Apr 8th 11:00a to 12:00pThis service is for Temple members who have lost loved ones since the previous Passover and provides a sense of kinship and comfort at being together with those whose loss still feels so unimaginable.

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FridayFri, 1 MayMay, 2026

 

 

Lag B'omer Shabbat

Friday, May 1st 6:30p to 7:30pJoin us to celebrate this lesser-known Jewish holiday. Then following Shabbat services, grab a delicious take-home s'mores kit in honor of Lag B'omer, which is often celebrated with a bonfire!

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