USY and Kadima Are Going Paintballing! – Sept 26th
September 2, 2010 by Ariela
Filed under Events, USY & Kadima
JOIN USY AND KADIMA FOR AN EXCITING KICKOFF EVENT: PAINTBALLING!
When: Sunday, September 26th from 11:30AM – 5:45PM.
Who: Kadimaniks (6th-8th graders) and USYers (9th-12th graders)
Where: We’ll meet at Temple Beth El at 11:30AM and carpool to Liberty Paintball.
Cost: $45 per person for USY/Kadima members. $55 for non-members. Download a membership form here. Members receive discounts on ALL youth events for the year.(Price includes gun rental, mask, goggles and 500 paintballs. Bring extra money if you want to rent a camo suit for $5 or if you want to buy more paint for $7 per 100 balls.)
** We are looking for parents to help carpool to the paintball field in Liberty, NY. If you are willing to drive please email Ariela at programdir@tbe.org. Any parent willing to drive earns 1 free paintball ticket, meaning that parent or someone of their choosing can play for FREE. **
Things to bring/wear:
- Bring a sack lunch, water bottle and any other drinks.
- Bring a change of clothing for the ride home. (Note that the paint DOES wash out.)
- Do not wear an orange or red shirt. (Camo colors are best, but not required.)
- Do not wear open toed shoes
RSVP by Saturday, September 25th by emailing Ariela at programdir@tbe.org or using the PayPal form below.
If you are not a member of USY or Kadima you can sign up by downloading a membership form here and adding the membership fee to you PayPal cart.
Children’s Programs for the High Holidays
August 31, 2010 by Ariela
Filed under Events, Featured, Young Families
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are drawing near and planning is underway for special programs and age-appropriate religious observances for younger children while their parents are at the main service in the sanctuary. We will be providing programming for pre-schoolers (ages 3 and 4) and students in grades kindergarten through 6. Inasmuch as we are unable to offer appropriate babysitting services, we are also opening up the double classroom (room #2) in the school wing for parents of infants and toddlers as a place for them to sit with their children if their little ones become restless in the main service. Students will be there to assist.
THERE WILL BE A SPECIAL PROGRAM IN THE TRIPLE CLASSROOM FOR CHILDREN AGES 3 through 6 AND THEIR PARENTS FROM 10:15 AM UNTIL 11:00 AM ON THE FIRST DAY OF ROSH HASHANNAH.
On each of the three days, children’s High Holiday programs will take place from 11:00 am through 1:00 pm. Parents are requested to arrive on time when our children’s programs end at 1:00 pm. The following are the locations of children’s programs:
Students in grades 7 and up may participate in the main service with their families. Only students designated as Madrichim to help with our special High Holiday children’s programs will be permitted in the upstairs and kindergarten room.
DROP-OFF LOCATIONS FOR FIRST DAY OF ROSH HASHANNAH – 11:00 AM
3 and 4 year olds – Kindergarten Room (lower level)
Kindergarteners – Classroom # 5
First Graders – Classroom # 6
2nd Graders – Classroom # 7
3rd and 4th Graders – Chapel
5th Graders – Library
6th graders – Music Room (lower level)
DROP-OFF LOCATIONS FOR SECOND DAY OF ROSH HASHANNAH – 11:00 AM
3 and 4 year olds – Kindergarten Room (lower level)
Kindergartners – Classroom #5
First Graders – Classroom # 6
2nd Graders – Classroom # 7
Students in Grades 3,4,5 and 6 – Triple Classroom
High Holidays at TBE – 2010
High Holy Days 5771
EREV ROSH HASHANAH
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Services 6:30 p.m.
ROSH HASHANAH
September 9 – 10, 2010
Thursday, September 9 – First Day:
8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Family Fun on Rosh Hashanah Morning 10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Program 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Family Service: 4:00 p.m.
Tashlich: 5:00 p.m.
Friday, September 10 – Second Day:
8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Children’s Program 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
KOL NIDRE
Friday, September 17, 2010
Services 6:30 p.m.
YOM KIPPUR
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Services 8:30 a.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Children’s Program 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Mincha: 5:00 p.m.
Yizkor: 6:15 p.m.
Neilah: 6:45 p.m.
Blessing of babies born after last Yom Kippur: 7:30 p.m.
Shofar: 7:45 p.m.
Red Cross Babysitting Class – Sept 12th
August 24, 2010 by Ariela
Filed under Events, USY & Kadima
Temple Beth El is putting together a list of trained babysitters that will be made available to TBE families with children. Get on our list by taking a Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course at TBE on Sunday, September 12th, 2010 from 12:15PM to 7:15PM.
What you need to know and what every parent wants in a safe and responsible babysitter!
This Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course can help you -
- Care for children and infants.
- Be a good leader and role model.
- Perform basic child-care skills such as diapering, feeding and dressing.
- Make good decisions and solve problems.
- Keep the children you baby-sit and yourself safe
- Handle emergencies such as injuries, illnesses and household accidents.
- Write resumes and interview for jobs.
- And much more!
When: Sunday, September 12th from 12:15PM – 7:15PM
Where: Temple Beth El
Who: Teens aged 11 – 18 years old.
Cost: $75 per person* Bring a sack lunch with you. Pizza dinner and refreshments will be provided by TBE.
Sign up using the form below or by emailing Ariela at programdir@tbe.org.
This class is limited to 14 participants so rsvp sooner rather than later!
RSVP deadline is September 8th.
Early Childhood Center Events
August 24, 2010 by Ariela
Filed under Events, Featured, Young Families
SHABBAT CHAVERIM
Mommy (or daddy, or caregiver) and Me for: Shabbat Chaverim
For all children aged 18 months to 2 years old and their very favorite trusted adult.
For the children, we’ll have a choice time, an art and/or cooking project, a Shabbat story, brachot, challah & juice and some outdoors or gross –motor activities.
For the adults, we’ll offer a small session with Dr. Mara Hammerman, our favorite psychologist who will offer suggestions and tips to questions & concerns.
For all…a few Shabbat songs with Cantor George.
The first class is Oct.15.
The Cost is $18.00 per class
If you sign up for five, the cost is $72.00.
Dates: 10/15, 10/29, 11/19, 12/3, 1/21, 2/11, 3/18, 4/15, 5/6
MOMMY AND ME PLAYDATES
Welcome Shabbat With Your Favorite Date!
Let Temple Beth El in Stamford welcome you and your baby to an hour of play, snack, Shabbat and conversation in our safe, clean and happy classroom. The class is designed for children 15 months and younger with their favorite date: Mom (or dad or caregiver). Dr. Mara Hammerman and Cantor George Modechai will be joining us and… It’s totally free of charge.
Just let Ronnie know you’re coming by emailing her at earlychildhood@tbe.org
Dates: 10/22, 11/12, 12/10, 1/14, 2/4, ¾, 4/1, 5/13, 6/3 10:00 am -11:00 am
YJP Sangrias in the Sukkah – Sept 28th
Temple Beth El and Temple Sinai present an incredible evening of sangrias, tapas and music in Temple Beth El’s Sukkah hosted by YJP. Vegetarian/dairy tapas and fruit sangrias will be provided by Barcelona.
When: September 28th from 7PM-9PM at Temple Beth El.
Where: 350 Roxbury Road, Stamford CTCost: $15 for RSVPs received by September 22nd.
$20 at the door and for RSVPs received after September 22nd.
(Price includes tapas, dessert, sangria and other refreshments!)*RSVPs received before 9/22 through PayPal are only $14!
Email/Phone/Facebook RSVPs are $15 before 9/22.*RSVP to Ariela at programdir@tbe.org or using the PayPal form below.
* Note that ONLY RSVPs received through PayPal by 9/22 are $14. Email/Phone/Facebook RSVPs are $15 before 9/22.*
ON THE MENU
Passed Appetizers
Roasted Beets and Cabrales with Honey on Endive
Herbed Goat Cheese with Wild Mushrooms on Toasted Crostini
Chickpea Fritters with Citrus Yogurt
Tomato and Mozzarella Skewers with Basil Pesto Drizzle
Vegetarian Flatbreads
Black Bean Empanadas with Guacamole SauceStationary Appetizers
Housemade Hummus with Crispy Pita Chips
Assorted Spanish Cheeses with Crackers and Flatbreads
Potato Tortilla with Chive Sour Cream
Fall Vegetable Crudite with Dill Dipping SauceRefreshments
Red Wine Sangria with Fruit
Assorted Sodas and Still WaterDessert
Cheesecake
YJP is a group for Young Jewish Professionals in their 20’s and 30’s based at Temple Beth El. Singles and couples are welcome!
This event is co-sponsored by Temple Sinai, JFS, UJF of Greater Stamford, New Canaan and Darien, and UJA/F of Westport, Weston, Wilton and Norwalk.
Taste of TBE Ice Cream Social – August 18th
Taste the flavor of TBE at our FREE Ice Cream Social for Temple Beth El families and prospective members!
BBQ and Barachu – August 6th
Come join us for a FREE delicious BBQ dinner and then welcome Shabbat with traditional services!
May You Be Inscribed in the Book of Life…
“May you be inscribed in the Book of Life…”
Temple Beth El is proud to introduce the newly published High Holiday Prayer Book,“Mahzor Lev Shalem,” that we will be using for the first time on the High Holidays!
Dedications in honor of a special simcha or in memory of a loved one or a special friend are now available! Each book will be inscribed with your dedication on a colorful bookplate on the inside front cover.
For $50:
One prayer book for your personal use or donate one to the Temple.
For $250:
Six prayer books will be donated to the Temple.
For $500:
Twelve prayer books will be donated to the Temple.
For $1,000:
Twenty-one prayer books will be donated to the Temple. Four books will be given to your family.
For $2,500:
Sixty prayer books will be donated to the Temple. Four prayer books will be given to your family.
For $5,000:
One hundred twenty-five prayers books will be donated to the Temple. Six prayer books will be given to your family.
For amounts over $5,000, please contact Steven Lander at 203-322-6901, ext. 304 or by e-mail execdir@tbe.org for details.
All prayer books donated to the Temple will be inscribed with “In Memory of” or “In Honor Of” (at the donor’s selection) inside the front cover. All donors will also be gratefully acknowledged by the Temple.
Young Families BBQ – June 30th
June 4, 2010 by Ariela
Filed under Featured, Young Families
Join us for a Young Families BBQ on June 30th! Hang out with other young families while enjoying good food and fun outdoor activities for the kids: bubble blowing, sidewalk chalk drawing, dancing and a game of catch the rubber ducky for prizes!
FREE PRIZES FOR ALL THE KIDS
What: Young Families BBQ
When: June 30th, 2010 6PM-7PM
Where: Temple Beth El (350 Roxbury Road, Stamford, CT 06902)
Cost: $18 per family
Vegetarian food will also be served.
Older siblings are welcome to join us!
Please RSVP using the PayPal form below or by emailing Ariela at programdir@tbe.org.
Questions? Email Ariela or call her at 203.322.6901 x 311
Temple Beth El is a vibrant, warm and inclusive community committed to enhancing Jewish life. We are an egalitarian synagogue with members from all generations. We welcome everyone and would love it if you joined us. 
