Our Music Groups
We have many opportunities to participate in as you like, in our rich variety of musical programs. Find one that fits your needs and check out video clips for inspiration.
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Hallel B'Shir
The Temple Israel Adult Choir, Hallel B'Shir is proud to support the community in prayer. Our name, Hallel B’Shir, meaning Praise in Song, exemplifies our goal to elevate the worship experience of our congregation and enhance the spirituality within our services. The members of Hallel B’Shir are all volunteer singers who enjoy connecting with each other and with their fellow congregants in song.
Hallel B’Shir rehearses weekly on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30 PM. We delight in each other’s company and in the skilled direction of Eddie Pleasant, our Choir Director. Rabbi/Cantor Sklar and Cantor Hayley Kobilinsky and our musicality is enhanced by the expert accompaniment of Dina Pruzhansky. If you love to sing, please join us!
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Shma Na Na, The Band
Temple Israel's band of 15 years, Sh'ma Na Na, joins to musically enhance services and other CJL programs or special events. Click for more about our talented band, Sh'ma Na Na.
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THE TEMPLE ISRAEL GLEE CLUB
The Glee Club is Temple Israel's youth choir who often adds their lovely voices to our multi-generational services.
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SELAH
Our teen choir, Selah, expands on the Glee Club's repertoire and often participates in our multi-generational services as well.
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"POP-UP" CHOIRS
Temple Israel's talent and participation allows us to provide additional short-term choral experiences like The Brotherhood Choir, Kol Isha, The Sisterhood Choir, The Shofar Choir, etc.
Sun, May 19 2024
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Temple israel Happenings
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Thursday ,
MayMay 30 , 2024Brotherhood Steaks, Scotch & Cigars Night
Thursday, May 30th 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Join us for a grown-up evening to enjoy the spring weather and chill with friends. This is an all-gender event. Temple Israel Brotherhood sponsors and grills. You eat, drink, and smoke. Nice. Al fresco dining under the portico, rain or shine. Please register and pay online so we're sure we have plenty of food and drinks for everyone. -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 11 , 2024Current Events
Tuesday, Jun 11th 10:30am to 12:00pm
On the second Tuesday of each month, from 10:30 -12:00, join us at the Temple for our lively discussion around issues of local, national and international news events. We cover everything from breaking news to issues around health and well being and more! If you can't come in person, contact Shari at sbaum@wjcs.com to receive a link to join us virtually. -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 11 , 2024Shavuot Supper and Torah Study Session (Tikkun Leyl Shavuot)
Tuesday, Jun 11th 6:30pm to 8:30pm
In celebration of the festival of Shavuot, we will gather for a light dairy supper followed by a special Torah Study prepared by our scholar-in-residence, Professor David Sperling. The topic of the study will be: "Alternative Facts": Spinning the Biblical Narrative. -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 18 , 2024Sisterhood Book Club - "Daisy Fay and the Miracle Man" - OFFSITE
Tuesday, Jun 18th 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Please join us for a Pot Luck Dinner as we explore the book " Daisy Fay and the Miracle Man", by Fannie Flagg. Our own Jessica Woodrow will be leading the discussion.
Events
Upcoming Programs & Events
May 20 |
May 25 |
May 28 Matt Mansfield Tuesday, May 28 7:00pm |
May 29 |
May 30 |
This week's Torah portion is Parashat B'har
Shabbat, May 25 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, May 24, 7:58pm |
Lag BaOmer
Sunday, May 26 |