Join us for Shabbat Evening Services featuring the Rabbi David Lefkowitz Memorial Lecture. We are honored to welcome back Dr. Mark Chancey, Professor of Religious Studies at SMU and a nationally recognized expert on religion in public schools, for his fifth presentation at Temple Emanu-El. Dr. Chancey’s keynote address, delivered during the service, will explore...
Join ATiD 20s and 30s for a Shabbat Dinner following services where we are honored to welcome Dr. Mark Chancey, Professor of Religious Studies at SMU and a nationally recognized expert on religion in public schools. The evening will begin in Stern Chapel at 6:15 p.m. Following the service, stick around for dinner and drinks...
We’re excited to welcome back Goin’ to the Delivery Room, our four-week class for first-time expectant parents. Facilitators Alex Horn and Carly Goldman team up for three Sunday morning sessions and a Shabbat experience, Oct. 12, 26 and Nov. 9, 14. In a small-group setting, explore the roles and responsibilities of Jewish parenting and the...
Come to meet the Sofer (Torah scribe), learn about his work caring for our 13 Torah scrolls and explore the history of our newly repaired Czech Torah scroll that survived the Holocaust and has had a home at Temple Emanu-El since 1976. Members of Shomrei Torah, our volunteer Torah caretakers, will answer questions and talk about...
Come see how Temple Emanu-El ECEC’s child-centered community embraces the collaborative pedagogy approaches of Reggio Emilia and the International Baccalaureate to facilitate authentic exploration opportunities with the experiential world. Visits will begin in Tycher Gathering Space with a meet and greet, then a guided campus tour, followed by an opportunity to ask questions. The complete...
Following ECEC Shabbat, stay for Together Time, a special gathering designed for children ages 3 and under and their caretakers. We’ll begin with Shabbat blessings, enjoy a lively music session, and share an interactive activity together. Come build community and celebrate Shabbat with us!
Are you hoping to get a little kid-free time or socialize with other K-5 parents on a Saturday night? Would you like your K-5 student to have the opportunity to socialize with their Jewish peers outside of religious school? Drop off your child at Temple and go enjoy your evening while we provide dinner, snacks...
Join Philip, who has led small groups for conversion students and taught Mussar previously, for an information session on his upcoming 2026 mussar va’ad as a general introduction to the basics of Mussar practice. Mussar is an ancient practice of character development through a Jewish perspective. Through group meetings called va’ads and chavruta, or partner...
We’re excited to welcome back Goin’ to the Delivery Room, our four-week class for first-time expectant parents. Facilitators Alex Horn and Carly Goldman team up for three Sunday morning sessions and a Shabbat experience, Oct. 12, 26 and Nov. 9, 14. In a small-group setting, explore the roles and responsibilities of Jewish parenting and the...
Getting ready for marriage? Join Rabbi Michael Lewis and Temple member Miriam Kolni, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, for this four-part journey into building a Jewish home together. Alongside other couples, you’ll explore both the practical and spiritual sides of marriage, share meaningful conversations and end the series with a home-hosted Shabbat dinner. Completion also...
