EREV SHABBAT SERVICE (multi-access) Friday, September 19, 6:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to join us online or in person for an Erev Shabbat service. Join us after the service, around 7:45 p.m., for an oneg sponsored by Mady Plumer in honor of her 80th birthday—mazel tov!
TORAH STUDY AND SHABBAT SERVICE(multi-access) Saturday, September 20, 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). After the service, the community is invited to join us for a potluck pescatarian kiddush luncheon in the social hall.
L’Shanah tovah tikateivu! May you be inscribed for a good year.
Preregistration for passes is still open until 3:00 p.m. on Monday, September 22. Passes will be available for pick-up when you check in at the door for service. If you have any questions about passes, reach frontdesk@tbetacoma.org.
Celebrate Rosh HaShanah with us during the following services:
Erev Rosh HaShanah—Monday, September 22
- Tot Service (on-site only), 5:30 p.m.
- Challah, Apples, and Honey (on-site only), 6:00 p.m.
- Erev Rosh HaShanah Service (pass required), 7:30 p.m.
Rosh HaShanah Day I—Tuesday, September 23
- Tot Service (on-site only), 9:00 a.m.
- Day I Service (pass required), 10:00 a.m.
- Family Service (Owen Beach), 4:30 p.m.
- Tashlich Service (Owen Beach), 5:15 p.m.
Rosh HaShanah Day II—Wednesday, September 24
- Day II Service, 10:00 a.m.
UPCOMING EVENTS
LEARN ABOUT CLEAN ENERGY SOLUTIONS Sunday, September 21, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Drop by The Tacoma Mountaineers, 2302 North 30th Street, to talk with experts, watch videos, learn about clean energy projects from around the country, and identify options for home and office. For more information, contact Judith Kay at (253) 579-7323 or judithwkay@gmail.com.
"THE POWER OF HELLO" SECURITY TRAINING FOR THE HIGH HOLY DAYS Sunday, September 21, 1:30 p.m.
The Security Committee invites you to attend security training in preparation for the High Holy Days. Instructor Lee Yates, Security Director of Secure Community Network / SAFE Washington, will be training Greeters, Ushers, and anyone who is interested in improving our security during the High Holy Days (and beyond!). Please see this page for details and to register (no cost).
HOME OF PEACE CEMETERY ANNUAL PILGRIMMAGE Sunday, September 28, 11:00 a.m.
It is traditional to visit the graves of relatives during the High Holy Days. Temple Beth El clergy will be on hand to meet graveside with family members. The cemetery's address is available here. If you have questions, reach out to info@homeofpeacecemetery.org.
BREAK-THE-FAST Thursday, October 2, following N'ilah and Yizkor services
Sisterhood warmly invites you to join us for Break-the-Fast in the social hall following Yom Kippur N'ilah and Yizkor services. Let's share in community as we enjoy a reprieve from fasting. We also welcome volunteers! If you're interested in set up, clean up, or would like to bring a dessert, please contact Sisterhood at sisterhood@tbetacoma.org.
OPPORTUNITIES
HIGH HOLY DAYS APPEAL
The generosity of our members and supporters sustains and enhances the programs, services, and community that are so important to us all. Please consider donating by following this link.
ETROG & LULAV SETS FOR SALE
Still looking for a place to get your Etrog & Lulav set this year? We have 7 sets available for purchase. All sets are grown in and shipped directly from Israel. To ensure freshness, all sets are set to arrive just before the chag and can be picked up at TBE. It's $80 per set and there's a limited quantity, so grab yours today!
THE MERLIN LOW VISION MACHINE
The Merlin Low Vision machine in the sanctuary foyer is an amazing machine that can enlarge up to 16 times and has color blindness optimization choices. It was obtained originally by Isaac Motola from the VA Low Vision Clinic. For a demonstration or request to use in your home, please call or text Marlene at (253-297-1948).
BECOME A BUDDY FOR NEW MEMBERS
Many new members have joined TBE over the past few months. It would be lovely to pair them up with members who would enjoy being temple buddies! If you are interested in joining the Temple Buddies group and would like to learn more, please email Mady Plumer at membership@tbetacoma.org.
HIGH HOLY DAYS FOOD DRIVE
Food security is a huge concern in Pierce County, with 1 in 10 wondering where their next meal will come from. We encourage everyone to raise donations for the Emergency Food Network (EFN), a local program supporting this struggle. During September, you can grab a bag at TBE to fill with items the EFN has noted as most important (the list is on a slip attached to each bag). You can bring the bags back any time temple is open and leave them in the rotunda near the shelf to the right of the social hall. You can also participate in this cause by making a monetary donation—help TBE raise our $5,000 goal by checking out our EFN fundraiser page.
INFORMATION
OFFICE CLOSURES FOR THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
Please note that the temple office will be closed on September 23, September 24, October 2, and October 6 due to the holidays.
JUDAICA SHOP
School has started up, and with that the Judaica Shop is back in business three days a week! You can visit the shop during the times detailed below, or by scheduling an appointment. To schedule, please get in touch with judaica@tbetacoma.org! Note that the shop accepts card transactions only.
– Sundays from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
– Wednesdays from 4:30–7:30 p.m.
– Fridays from 5:30–6:15 p.m.
The shop will be open from 6:00–7:30 p.m. on Erev Rosh Hashanah, Monday, September 22. Additionally, the shop will close early on Wednesday, October 1, at 6:30 p.m. in observance of Kol Nidrei.
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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