Friday: Erev Shabbat Service (Multi-access) Friday, May 31, 6:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to join us online or in person for an Erev Shabbat service. Join us before the service for an oneg at 5:45 p.m.
Live streaming services: – The Erev Shabbat Facebook event can be found here. – You can watch services on the TBE YouTube channel here. – The streaming player for online services can be found on our website here (click "play" and this feature will work after services begin).
Saturday: Torah Study and Shabbat Service (Multi-access) Saturday, June 1, 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Our Saturday worship experience begins with Torah study from 9:00–9:45 a.m. This will be followed by services, beginning at 10:00 a.m. (online and in person). At the conclusion of the service, the community is invited to join us in the social hall for a kiddush luncheon!
JCIJ: Accompaniment Training Sunday, June 2, 1:00–4:00 p.m. At this training with the Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Justice (JCIJ), participants will gain an understanding of the foundational principles of accompaniment, why and how people are currently migrating to the US, relevant aspects of the US Immigration System, immigrants’ rights, and what JCIJ volunteers do in each accompaniment situation. It is free to attend, but registration is required. Priority will be given to those who intend to volunteer with the JCIJ. For more information or to register, clickhere. Jewish Book Club Tuesday, June 4, 11:00 a.m. Join us in the meeting room, next to the sanctuary, as we discuss Lucky Dogs by Helen Schulman. Do you like to read good books about Jewish subjects or by Jewish authors? Join the book club on the first Tuesday of each month. Please contact Carol Umbehocker at (253) 719-8040 or carolumbe@comcast.net to RSVP, get more information, or to be put on the Temple Beth El Jewish book club email list. Screams Before Silence - A Conversation with Sheryl Sandberg Thursday, June 6, 7:00–8:00 p.m. The documentary film Screams Before Silence combines powerful first-person testimony with haunting footage of the scenes and aftermath of October 7. Film Lead Sheryl Sandberg met and interviewed survivors, eyewitnesses, forensic experts, and first responders – all of whom share their stories to bring the truth to light. This event is a conversation, not a film screening. For more information, to watch the film before the event, or to register, clickhere. Content Warning: Screams Before Silence contains depictions of violence and sexual assault that may be disturbing or triggering. Clips from the film may be shown during the conversation, and the discussion will be centered around these topics. Viewer discretion is advised. Open House & Ice Cream Social Sunday, June 9, 1:00 p.m. You are cordially invited to join us for an exciting and delicious Religious Education Program Open House & Ice Cream Social held at TBE! Discover the warmth of our community and the richness of our traditions as you explore our vibrant syngague. During the Open House, you'll have the chance to meet our clergy, staff, and other members of the congregation, ask questions, tour our beatiful learning spaces, and learn about our engaging programs for preschool–12th grade. Experience a taste of our welcoming community.. and the ice cream isn't bad either! Please RSVP here by Friday, June 7, 2024. For questions, contact Madi Pimentel Diaz at madi@tbetacoma.org.
Save the Date Home of Peace Geniza Opening and Annual Cemetery Cleanup Sunday, August 11, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. The Home of Peace Cemetery Association invites the entire community to participate in our annual clean-up day. Please plan to come for an hour or two to perform the mitzvah of washing headstones. All supplies will be provided. Contact David Aqua at (253) 753-3134, or aclassicmustang@yahoo.com to sign up for a shift or for further information. This year Rabbi Gorban will lead a brief ceremony at 12:00 p.m. as we carry out the ancient tradition of burying damaged or old sacred books in a genizah. We will bury prayer books from Tacoma’s Temple Beth El in Tacoma and Bet Chaverim in Des Moines. Contact Deb Freedman at (253) 377-4157 for details. The cemetery is located at 5421 Steilacoom Blvd SW in Lakewood, between Tacoma and Steilacoom. Directions are available here.
Opportunities
Sisterhood: Industrial Sewing Machines Needed Sisterhood needs the use of one or more industrial sewing machines for Sisterhood’s Food Bank Shopping Bags Project. To donate the use of your machine, please contact Mady Plumer at madshell33@icloud.com.
Senior Farmers Market From May 1–October 1, eligible seniors can apply for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program and receive funds to purchase produce from participating farmers markets and roadside stands. If approved, you will receive an Electronic Benefits Card with $80 preloaded for the season. For more information, to view criteria, or to apply for the program, visit PierceCountyWA.gov/farmersmarket. You can also request a paper application by calling (253) 798-4600.
Musicians Needed for Memory Care Center Are you a budding or experienced musician? Are you willing to practice in front of a small, appreciative audience? Are you part of a band? Do you sing with a group? The Garden House memory care center, residence of Temple member Josh Kay, welcomes musicians of all abilities and ages to perform for their residents. You'll need to bring your own instrument (no piano is available) and enough repertoire to last 45–60 minutes. Microphone and amplification are provided. Garden House is located at the new Merrill Gardens at Wright Park in Tacoma. Please contact Garden House supervisor Jackalynn Braziel at (503) 498-1904 to schedule your performance.
Information
Judaica Shop Hours Summer Schedule: Fridays: 5:45–6:25 p.m., before the Erev Shabbat Service and during the oneg.
If you're wanting to purchase candles, cards, or other items and cannot make it on Friday when the shop is open, please call the TBE office at (253) 564-7101, and you will be directed to the Judaica Shop voicemail to schedule an appointment. Appointments can be scheduled from Tuesday–Friday from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.; 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
We have Mishkan T'filah prayer books for $34 if you want to purchase a book for online services. The Jewelry Sale continues with all items 20% off.
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