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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!
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Temple israel Happenings
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Sunday ,
NovNovember 24 , 2024Discussion with Israeli Rabbi David Benjamin sponsored by the Israel Engagement Committee
Sunday, Nov 24th 10:00am to 11:00am
Join us on Zoom with Rabbi David Benjamin, an Israeli Reform rabbi who serves the Brit Olam congregation in Kiryat Ono, Israel. Rabbi Benjamin previously spent two decades in the IDF advising senior commanders on the laws of war and counter-terrorism. -
Friday ,
NovNovember 29 , 2024Young Adult Homecoming Shabbat
Friday, Nov 29th 7:00pm to 8:15pm
Have a college student or young adult home for Thanksgiving? We invite you to join us for a "Homecoming Shabbat" during which we will welcome our college students & young adults back to our community with warmth and joy. Reconnect with your Temple Israel community and enjoy a make-your-own Sundae during our ice cream oneg! -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 4 , 2024Brotherhood Holiday Dinner
Wednesday, Dec 4th 7:30pm to 9:00pm
All men of Temple Israel are welcome to join Brotherhood for our Holiday Dinner at 6:30PM on Weds, Dec 4th. Enjoy a delicious meal at Taormina Trattoria Restaurant, 59 Hudson Ave Peekskill, NY (914)739-4007 in the company of old friends & new. Our Food Czar, Neal Freiman, has carefully selected a menu featuring the finest Italian food to be found. -
Friday ,
DecDecember 6 , 2024Shabbat Shabbang
Friday, Dec 6th 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!
Events
Today's Calendar
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Upcoming Programs & Events
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This week's Torah portion is Parashat Chayei Sarah
Shabbat, Nov 23 |
Erev Hanukkah
Wednesday, Dec 25 |