Special Kabbalat Shabbat Service for young families to welcome the Sabbath with stories and songs, followed by kid-friendly Shabbat dinner. RSVP needed by Sept. 25.
Join us for an intimate Shabbat service on our beautiful new Rabbi Arthur Oleisky Courtyard patio (this will be in lieu of the Epstein Chapel). Come and help us welcome Shabbat in our gorgeous Tucson weather!
Special Kabbalat Shabbat Service for young families to welcome the Sabbath with stories and songs, followed by kid-friendly Shabbat dinner. RSVP needed by Nov. 2.
Friday, Nov. 13: Service 5:45pm, Shabbat Dinner 6:45pm, Presentation 7:45pm; and Saturday, Nov. 14: Shabbat Service D’var Torah 9:00am, Presentation (in lieu of Torah Study) 3:30pm
Gil Hoffman is the chief political correspondent and analyst for The Jerusalem Post. Well-connected to Israeli and Palestinian leaders, Hoffman has interviewed every major figure across the Israeli political spectrum, has been interviewed by top media on six continents and is a regular analyst on CNN, Al-Jazeera and other news outlets. Called “the most optimistic man in Israel” by Israel Television, Hoffman’s writing and TV appearances provide a behind the scenes look at both the intrigue and humor in the Israeli political arena.
His visit will include a Shabbat dinner and presentation, and delivering the Shabbat morning D’var Torah and an afternoon presentation on Saturday. *RSVP & fee required by Nov. 9 for Shabbat dinner only – CAI members: adults $14, children $8; guests: adults $20, children $12.
Friday, Nov. 13
5:45pm Mincha & Kabbalat Shabbat Service
6:45pm Shabbat Dinner*
7:45pm Gil Hoffman presents, “Behind the Scenes in Israeli Politics and the Battle over the Future of the Jewish-Democratic State”
Saturday, Nov. 14
9:00am Shabbat Service – Gil Hoffman presents D’var Torah, “Peace Politics and Plutonium: An insider’s look at the Mayhem in the Middle East”
3:30pm Gil Hoffman presents, “Red States, Blue States and the Jewish State: The view from Jerusalem on Obama’s relationship with Israel”
4:30pm Mincha, followed at 5:00pm by Seudah Shlesheet (Third Meal), Ma’ariv and Havdallah
Special Kabbalat Shabbat Service for young families to welcome the Sabbath with stories and songs, followed by kid-friendly Shabbat dinner. RSVP needed by Nov. 30.
This interactive and upbeat Shabbat celebration for families incorporates fun-spirited melodies and family-themed activities. Come celebrate Shabbat with ruach (spirit) and your congregational family!
Celebrate the New Year and Shabbat in style – come dressed in your finery for this festive Shabbat. We start with a champagne, cheese and fruit oneg at 5 pm, then Rabbi Samuel M. Cohon leads a festive, musical hour-long Shabbat evening service at 5:45 pm. All are welcome.
Rabbi Samuel M. Cohon, the Armon Bizman Band (members of the indie-rock band Sun Bones) featuring Sam Golden, and soloist Lindsey O’Shea share the joy of Shabbat at the historic Beth Hebrew Synagogue at 333 East Portland St. in the first service at that synagogue in nearly 40 years. The oneg Shabbat will feature food from Crescent Ballroom/Cocina 10. The service is free and open to the entire community