About Our Congregation
temple israel of Northern Westchester
Our Congregation
Temple Israel of Northern Westchester is a vibrant Reform congregation in Croton on Hudson, NY with 300 member families and a 75 year history serving the many towns and villages of Northern Westchester, including Briarcliff Manor, Cortlandt Manor, Millwood, Ossining, Peekskill, Pleasantville and Yorktown Heights.
Our diverse membership encompasses a wide range of Jewish beliefs, practices and backgrounds. Yet, congregants find a common and shared spiritual bond with Judaism. Since its inception, Temple Israel continues on a spiritual path reflecting the enduring traditions of Judaism, while serving the current needs of our members.
We learn, celebrate, and observe together while always trying to embody the values of our Jewish tradition including tzedekah (charitable giving) and tikkun olam (repairing the world). We endeavor to connect our members and their families to each other as well as to the broader Jewish world to develop and enrich our community. We joyfully welcome anyone seeking to join our Jewish community.
TEMPLE ISRAEL Community Space
our Building and facility
Our building is nestled in the wooded hills of Croton on Hudson, surrounded by nature and a stone's throw from wooded trails and the scenic Croton Dam. Temple Israel houses a peaceful and beautiful sanctuary, an event space (Oneg room), and multiple meeting spaces for formal or informal meetings. Temple Israel's religious school (Center for Jewish Learning) resides in the building's upper floor.
values in action
One of our core values - caring for our world- is embodied in our building which is fitted with a solar panel system that allows us to use renewable energy and reduces our carbon footprint.
- The system will save the Temple well over a quarter of a million dollars over its lifetime.
- It will reduce atmospheric carbon as if the Temple had created well over 200 acres of mature forest. Now that's a lot of green!
Wed, January 22 2025
22 Tevet 5785
Temple israel Happenings
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 27 , 2025Sisterhood Book Group
Monday, Jan 27th 7:00pm to 8:30pm
"Kantika" by Elizabeth Graver. It is a Sephardic multigenerational saga that moves form Istanbul to Barcelona, Havana and New York exploring displacement, endurance and family as home. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 1 , 2025Brotherhood Comedy Night
Motzei Shabbat, Feb 1st 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Doors open at 7:00 PM Show starts at 8:00 PM Snacks, cash bar (beer & wine), of course, a gluttonous dessert buffet after the show! Pricing: $65 per person; $59 before January 17 Invite friends and family and make it a great evening! -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 7 , 2025Shabbat Shabbang
Friday, Feb 7th 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Join our clergy for songs, music, crafts, challah, pizza, and yummy treats! We welcome families with children 7 and under (and their older siblings). Bring a friend to share in our Shabbat! -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2025Temple Tots
Sunday, Feb 9th 9:30am to 10:30am
Families with young children connect on Sunday mornings and Friday night dinners throughout the year (no membership is required!). All families with young children (ages 5 and younger) are encouraged to attend our interactive Jewish experiences. Older siblings and friends are welcome.
Events
Friday Night
: 7:00pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:30am |
: 10:30am |
Upcoming Programs & Events
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This week's Torah portion is Parashat Va-eira
Shabbat, Jan 25 |
Tu BiSh'vat
Thursday, Feb 13 |