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Temple Israel Members To Lobby For Immigrant Justice Legislation
Temple Israel is working with the New York Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, RAC-NY, a network of over 30 congregations across the state, to support state legislation that is socially just and reflective of Jewish values.
Conversations by the RAC-NY planning team with 130 congregational leaders and the quickly moving dynamics in Albany suggested that RAC-NY make it's first campaign passage of legislation to enable undocumented New Yorkers to take the drivers tests for and obtain standard drivers’ licenses. This is one of the highest priorities for New York immigrant justice advocacy groups; it is a way to enable immigrants to drive legally to fulfill their needs – to schools, health facilities, and work -- sorely needed in the many areas of our state that lack public transportation.
Three fact sheets, produced by Green Light NY, one of the major immigrant justice advocacy groups, providing full information about the driver’s license legislation, the need for it, and it’s potential impacts are attached for your information: “Green Light NY: Driving Together,” “Green Light NY: Driving Together, Know the Facts,” and “The Drivers License and Privacy Act Factsheet, S01747/A03675."
As announced in the Temple Israel newsletter, a legislative breakfast will be held at temple on March 24th at which you will be able to hear our state legislators and learn about RAC-NY and The Drivers License and Privacy Act.
On April 8, members of congregations working with RAC-NY on supporting the drivers license for all NY'ers legislation, will gather for an advocacy day in Albany to connect with one another and lobby for passage of the Driver's License and Privacy Act. More to follow. Call Carolyn Kunin (914-271-8943) for more information and resources.
Fri, April 4 2025
6 Nisan 5785
Temple israel Happenings
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AprApril 6 , 2025Temple Tots
Sunday, Apr 6th 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. -
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AprApril 6 , 2025Women's Seder Sponsored by Sisterhood
Sunday, Apr 6th 3:45pm to 7:00pm
Please join us for a special Passover seder and dinner for Women. In this interactive ritual, we will tell the story of freedom with music and poetry. -
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AprApril 8 , 2025Current Events
Tuesday, Apr 8th 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 ,
AprApril 8 , 2025Sisterhood Book Group
Tuesday, Apr 8th 6:00pm to 8:00pm
We will be discussing the book "The Frederick Sisters Are Living the Dream" by Jeannie Zusy in person at a congregants' home. The author will be joining us for the discussion. We will have a Pot Luck Dinner to start
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This week's Torah portion is Parashat Vayikra
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