EREV SHABBAT SERVICE (multi-access) Friday, August 1, 6:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to join us online or in person for an Erev Shabbat service. Join us in the social hall at 5:45 p.m., before the service, for an oneg.
TORAH STUDY AND SHABBAT SERVICE (multi-access) Saturday, August 2, 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Our Saturday worship experience begins with Torah study, which goes from 9:00–9:45 a.m. This is followed by Shabbat 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 potluck pescatarian kiddush luncheon.
ANNUAL HOME OF PEACE CEMETERY CLEAN-UP Sunday, August 10, 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 Dave Aqua at (253) 753-3134 or aclassicmustang@yahoo.com to sign up, or for further information.
SUMMER SPIFF-IT-UP DAY Sunday, August 17, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Your help is needed to spiff up our temple home! Help TBE shine for study and prayer before High Holy Days. All ages are welcome to join in our tidying efforts, both inside and out. Staining the fence along 12th St. is our major summer project to improve our 'face' towards the street as well as the BELC playground. Please come for an hour or two, or come to stay! An array of snacks will be provided. And, if you choose to stay longer, please enjoy the ice cream social beginning at 2:00 p.m.! Please RSVP so we can plan for materials, stain, and snacks by contacting Jani at (253) 223-4705 or jani@tripsnships.com.
COMMUNITY ICE CREAM SOCIAL Sunday, August 17, 2:00 p.m.
Come one, come all... enjoy meeting with your temple friends and some new folks as well! This multi-generational ice cream social will be hosted at temple by the Membership Committee. What ice cream and toppings will you choose? You can RSVP by clicking here. Registration is not required, but helps us in planning the event.
OPPORTUNITIES
REGISTRATION FOR ADULT EDUCATION NOW OPEN
From ancient texts to modern parenting, from the depths of Jewish history to the flavors of Jewish kitchens around the world, our courses are designed to help you connect more deeply with Jewish life, community, and wisdom. Whether you're new to Jewish learning or a seasoned student, check out our course catalog to find full class descriptions and get registered—just click here!
COME ENROLL IN RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
We are excited to announce that registration is open for the 5786 (2025–2026) Religious School year! We’re also pleased to welcome Dr. Leah Cassorla as our new Religious Education Director and Cantorial Intern. To register and learn more, click here. Full tuition and program details have been emailed to families and are available on the Religious School page.
LOOKING FOR A PRIVATE CAREGIVER?
If you are looking for a private caregiver, temple member Irene Amster has a recommendation of a caregiver she knows directly. For more information, please reach out to Irene at ireneamster@gmail.com.
SISTERHOOD BOARD POSITION
Sisterhood has an open Board position for treasurer! Experience and knowledge of Quickbooks would be preferred. If you're interested or have any questions, please get in touch with sisterhood@tbetacoma.org.
HELP MARSHALL FEED ANIMALS
Marshall Lundberg's bar mitzvah project is underway: "My name is Marshall and I am 12 years old. My dog, Chopper, was adopted from R.E.D.. He was a rescue dog from Texas that R.E.D. helped find a home—ours! My family recently noticed on their social media page that they need help with feeding the animals they rescue. It made me so sad that homeless pets couldn’t be fed and they may not be able to help as many animals as they normally could. So, I wanted to help them save more animals by getting them more food." Please drop off dog and cat food—canned and kibble—in the bin located in the temple's rotunda, and Marshall's family will bring them to their shelter!
INFORMATION
JUDAICA SHOP
Over the summer months, the shop will only be open on Friday evenings. You can visit the shop on August 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m., or by scheduling an appointment. To schedule, please get in touch with judaica@tbetacoma.org! Note that the shop accepts card transactions only.
CONTACT THE CLERGY
If you have a question or concern you would like to share with the clergy, please email Rabbi Gorban at rabbigorban@tbetacoma.org.
TACHLIS
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