Pokemon Go + TKA = Best Family-Friendly Open House Ever

Temple Kol Ami will hold a family-friendly Open House Saturday, August 13 featuring guided tours, free pizza dinner, bounce house, splashpad … and even “Pokemon Go.”

Temple Kol Ami just so happens to have a Pokestop on its grounds, a designated area where “Pokemon Go” players collect items to use in the game. The Temple will be using lures to attract rare Pokemon to the area during the Open House.

“At Temple Kol Ami our slogan is ‘where innovation meets tradition,’ so I think it’s perfect that we’re using this technology at our new member open house. I have four kids myself, and I finally downloaded the game so we can play together. I’ve been surprised at how much fun it is and appreciate how it encourages us all to be active together,” said Rabbi Jeremy Schneider.

The Open House will go from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. It is free and open to all in the Jewish Community looking for a new shul. Temple Kol Ami is offering a special, limited time promotion for non-members and previous members who wish to rejoin. New members who join before September 15 receive six months of free membership.

“Our temple has always had a reputation for being kid-friendly and education-centric. One of our goals for this open house is to shine a light on our outstanding Early Childhood Center and its many enrichment programs. So I’m hoping that families with young children will appreciate the relevancy of how we’re using ‘Pokemon Go’ and jump at the chance to catch a rare game character while they check out our programs and get to know each other. It’s clear that this game is bringing together all sorts of people all over the world. So why not use it as a tool for social engagement in the Jewish community?,” said Nancy Drapin, Executive Director.

Though the August 13 open house is family-centric, Temple Kol Ami will hold an additional new member open house geared towards adults on Sunday, September 11.

Feeling shy? Don’t be. Feel free to reach out to Temple Kol Ami’s Executive Director Nancy Drapin at nancyd@templekolami.org or 480-951-9660. Nancy will personally introduce you to our congregation and help make you feel welcome.