COVID POLICY UPDATE: the TBH Board has amended the COVID-19 policy. TBH will follow guidelines established by the Thurston County Department of Health. For all TBH events: Masking is recommended and not required. Vaccination is encouraged. We ask that you do not come to TBH if you are feeling ill or exhibiting symptoms of illness, and that you observe practices to mitigate the spread of germs (sneezing/coughing into elbow, hand sanitation, etc.). Please make careful decisions for your own personal health and safety. The COVID-19 virus and its variants are highly contagious. In-person attendees acknowledge the risk of exposure to the COVID-19 virus, assume all such risk, and Temple Beth Hatfiloh shall not be held liable. Additionally, TBH has indoor air purification measures in place, and for sanctuary services, has created a section that is mask-only.
Wednesday, December 7, 2022 | 13 Kislev 5783
SHABBAT SHALOM!
Erev Shabbat Friday, December 9
Erev Shabbat, 6:00 pm Hybrid
Our Shabbat services, on Zoom! Services will begin at 6:00 pm.This service will include the baby naming of Eli Iverson, son of Kayla and Andrew Iverson.
Prayer and study are equally holy activities. All are invited to join in these highly participatory discussions on Zoom. No experience necessary!
Baby Naming for Eli Iverson Erev Shabbat, December 9th Hybrid
In place of a December salon, join us for a hybrid Shabbat service, an oneg, and the naming of Eli Iverson, son of Kayla and Andrew Iverson.
Now Open: The TBH Hanukkah Shop!
Come by in person to purchase anything you need for this Hanukkah: party decor, menorahs and candles, dreidels, fair trade gelt, and more. Come see our Hanukkah dinosaur, and pick up a copy of the Dreaming the World to Come 5783 planner!
Shop hours: Sunday, Tues-Fri, 11:00 am until 2:00 pm.
COMING UP AT TBH
Growing Shabbat at TBH Friday, December 16th, 6:00pm In Person
Along with sharing a catered meal from Nineveh and a shortened, youth oriented service we will have some learning around sibling rivalry and an opportunity for an intergenerational meet-up.
TBH Hanukkah Party Sunday, December 18th, 6:00pm In Person
Hanukkah Sameach! We are going back to our pre-pandemic style party, including latkes, crafts for the kids and menorah lighting with songs. Latke makers, craft helpers, and set-up volunteers need: no experience is necessary, just a willingness to help. Reach out to Catherine at beitseifer@bethhatfiloh.org if you are available!
Registration Open: Understanding Israel with Professor Nancy Koppelman
Israel is the only state in the world with a majority Jewish population, yet there is much we may not know about its complicated history and present-day challenges. Join Professor Nancy Koppelman as she leads us toward a better understanding of Israel and its history, culture, and relationship with its neighbors and with Jews around the world.
This six-part virtual series will be taught by TBH Member Professor Nancy Koppelman (The Evergreen State College). Nancy held a three-year appointment as Visiting Research Scholar with the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University, where she was a faculty fellow in 2019. She is currently a speaker through Humanities Washington talking about Israel, and was previously a speaker in 2014-16 talking about human rights. She is currently teaching a course at Evergreen called “Antisemitism Revisited.” The class will be moderated by Rabbi Goldstein and will include opportunities for questions and discussion.
Class meets on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m, starting in January. This program is free to TBH members!
Dallas Cline Earl Bean Elizabeth Solomon Karen "Rosemary" Snyder Harry Robinson Gregory John Neff Minnie Cohn George Hoffman Lenore Greene Arlene Glantz Esther Reiner Sidney Shapiro Kathryn Dole Sidney Schwartz Richard Schneider C. William Chappell Evelyn Bean Bercovitz Michael Brocha
Happy Birthday!
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Yahrtzeit Updates & Additions
Members are able to view, edit, and add Yahrtzeits on the member portal of the TBH website here (requires log in). If you need assistance, please feel free to send any updates to tbh@bethhatfiloh.org.
COMMUNITY EVENTS/RESOURCES: Note: These are not officially sponsored or endorsed by TBH, but they are listed as they have Jewish content and/or may be of interest to our community.
The Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Justice: Newsletter and Appeal
The Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Justice NW believes another world is possible. In our vision, all immigrants deserve to be treated with respect and care under laws that are just and humane. In our vision, we live in safety, peace and power together. And we welcome the stranger because we have been strangers ourselves.
Since 2017, the Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Justice NW has been a powerful voice for immigrant justice in the Jewish communities statewide, inspiring activism and supporting and moving forward the work of immigrant justice organizations. We build relationships and community in taking our lead from those directly impacted by immigration policy.
As we approach Hanukkah, a time of light, too many of our teens are struggling to maintain their mental wellness in the face of renewed academic and social pressures as the pandemic recedes. Some are finding a way to channel their concerns into positive change for themselves and their communities.
Join Moving Traditions and Dr. Betsy Stone as we examine ways we can support the teens in our lives, shine a light on these pervasive issues, and help our youth find their way.
Call for Submissions: #ENOUGH, Plays to End Gun Violence
ENOUGH calls on teens (ages 13-19) from across the countr yo write and submit 10-minute plays that confront the issue of gun violence. Six playwrights will recieve a $500 stipend, have their plays published, recieve memberships to The Dramatists Guild, and will be featured in our Nationwide Reading. Submissions accepted February 1 - April 20, 2023.
