The TBH lot is now repaved and available for parking evenings and weekends. Please make sure to enter and exit from the alley on Franklin only. The main entrance doors are available AND accessible again with our ramp installed! Please use the chain link gate near the office wing and watch your step.
Wednesday, September 27, 2023 | 13 Tishrei 5783
SHABBAT SHALOM!
Erev Shabbat Friday, September 29 Sukkot Tisch, 6:00 pm In Person Join us as we celebrate Sukkot and Shabbat with the annual Sukkot Tisch! See more below.
Shabbat Morning Saturday, September 30 There will be no Shabbat morning programming this week.
THIS WEEK AT TBH
Seattle Jewish Film Festival, Olympia Film Society, and TBH present: "Best of Fest" Thursday, September 28, 4:00 pm / 7:00 pm
We have selected two of the “Best of Fest” films from our 28th annual festival that best illustrate the power of cinema and “cinemanna,” and in particular the artistry of filmmaking about Holocaust subjects, one a French documentary, one a French feature film and our 2023 Audience Award Winner for Best Film. THE ART OF SILENCE (4 pm) is a revelatory documentary about the famous mime artist, Marcel Marceau, “unmasking” his enigmatic personal and family history in an artistically moving way. FAREWELL, MR. HAFFMANN (7 pm) is a transfixing drama that has garnered accolades on the festival circuit, including the Aspen Film Festival jury prize, the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival grand prize, and our own SJFF 2023 Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature.
Advancing in Hebrew Cancelled for September Online
This seminar-type gathering will work on advancing Hebrew knowledge, including grammar and roots. Our next gathering will be October 26th at 7:00 pm.
High Holiday Food Drive Closes Sunday, October 1, 1:00 pm
Our High Holiday Food Drive is almost over! All non-perishable food is welcome. Foods in high demand include: high protein foods such as Peanut Butter, Pasta, Grains, rice and beans, Cereal, Canned fruits in natural juices, Low salt canned vegetables, Mac and cheese, and Canned proteins (chili, fish, chicken, stew). Donations can be left in the old foyer, and checks made out to the Thurston County Food Bank can be left in the TBH mailbox.
Sukkot Tisch Friday, September 29, 6:00 pm In Person
Note the earlier than usual time for Erev Shabbat. Join us as we celebrate Sukkot and Shabbat with the annual Sukkot Tisch! We will come together in the TBH sukkah for singing, storytelling, sukkah decoration, study, and sharing food and drink around a big table (“tisch” is table in Yiddish). Please bring some dairy/vegetarian food or drink to share; TBH will provide soups (and Rabbi Seth's etrog beverage). The sukkah will open at 5:30 pm for schmoozing and decorating, service will start promptly at 6:00 pm, and we will eat at 6:30 pm.
All ages welcome!
Mitzvah Day Sunday, October 1
On the Sunday following each Yom Kippur, TBH continues our High Holiday spirit by joining in a day of community service work.
10:00 AM Volunteering at GRuB Get in touch with your inner farmer and help GRuB provide food for our community and opportunities for youth. GRuB (Garden-Raised Bounty) is a nonprofit organization working at the intersection of food, education, and health systems to grow healthy food, people, and communities. GRuB staff and TBH member GaBriel Marks will lead our group. This year, we will gather directly at GRuB instead of at TBH (2016 Elliott Ave NW)
1:00 PM Food Drive Transport We will gather first at TBH to pack and transport, and then sort food on site for the Food Bank. Food and donations benefit the Thurston County Food Bank. S
Senior Schmooze Tuesday, October 3, 12:00 pm In Person
Bring your brown bag lunch and jokes. This month's dessert will be provided by Mike Zagorin.
COMING UP AT TBH
Shabbat Time Change! October - May
As we move into our darker months, our weekly standard Erev Shabbat time is 6:30 pm starting in the beginning of October. Please watch the weekly for special Shabbat celebrations and schedules for dinners and other programs. We will return to our later time (7:00 pm) next May.
Arts Walk Shabbat Friday, October 6, 6:23 pm Online
During Arts Walk we will meet at Sylvester Park at candle lighting time, 6:23 pm, for lighting candles and a short service. There will not be a regular service at TBH.
Darchei Noam (Youth Programs) Begin Sunday, October 8, afternoons In Person
Registration for fall program selection closes this Friday.
In Person Shabbat Salons Return! Friday, October 13, 6:30 pm In Person
We return in 5784 to in-person catered Shabbat Salons! The format this year has changed a bit, with our no service in the sanctuary. Rather, we will gather in the social hall for communal Shabbat prayer and family-style dinner catered by Nineveh at 6:30. Our featured presenter will begin at approximately 7:45 pm.
Hanukkah Bazaar: Vendors Needed! Vendor Applications Due October 15
We have extended the deadline for vendor applications! TBH is putting on a Hanukkah Bazaar this year on Sunday, November 12th in the afternoon! The Bazaar will feature the TBH Hanukkah Shop, a bake sale, "Judai-kitsch" swap, and craft sale. If you would like to be a vendor at the Craft Fair, please complete this application and return to the TBH Office either via email or drop off the form.
Questions? Leslie Goldstein (360) 791-9759 lagoldstein@comcast.net or Melinda Holman (253) 472-6544 mkholman@comcast.net or Felicia Hanig (360) 451-1841 feliciahanig@gmail.com
The Stars of David are back for the fall season! Come out to cheer them on! For questions about joining the team, contact Jocelyn Brown jocbrown3@gmail.com.
Schedule October 2: 9:10 pm & 9:15 pm (both Field 1) October 9: 8:10 pm (Field 1) & 9:15 pm (Field 2)
Introduction to Judaism Starts October Online
This class is a survey of Jewish texts, practices, ideas, and history, taught by 30 rabbis from across Washington State from a variety of denominations, backgrounds, and work experiences—including Rabbi Seth.
This class is suitable for all adult learners, including those exploring Judaism personally (including possible conversion), those looking to add depth to their Jewish identity, those partnered with Jews or part of Jewish families, or those just interested in learning more about Judaism.
Save the Date: An Evening of Klezmer with Jake Shulman-Ment and the New Fidl Kapelye Tuesday, November 2, 7:00 pm
Jake Shulman-Ment returns to Olympia with Abigale Reisman and tsimbalist Pete Rushefsky, two of the most highly regarded klezmer performers of their generation. They combine forces to present a virtuosic and energetic journey through raucous dance tunes, meditative listening music, original compositions, and new settings of Yiddish poetry. Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience this special collaboration celebrating the rich heritage of Jewish musical culture!
Tickets will go on sale next week! Stay tuned!
5784 FALL GIVING CAMPAIGN
Your gift today ensures a sweet year for our Jewish community in Olympia in 5784.
In years past, we have asked our community members for support at multiple times throughout the year to sustain our operations.
In 5784, our High Holidays open our Fall Giving Campaign. This campaign will continue through the next 3 months and close December 31st. Our goal is to raise $36,000—double chai!
THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS DONORS Anonymous Donors Sierra Abrams Jennifer Barber Ericka & Jeff Birkenstein in honor of Bob Birkenstein James & Denise Brennan Toby Brown Adrienne Buntain in honor of her grandaughter Dalya Mira Trebatch David Deitz & Donna Landry Kathy Dixon Jill & William Dole Karen Fitzgerald Janice Friebaum Jody Goldman Alan & Karen Goldstein Joy Greenberg Lydia Grossman Charlene Healy Ricki Kahn in honor of my family Mark Kaufman Juli Kelen Valerie Kolarik Yana Levina Audrey Levine Keith Mars Carla Michalove Marilyn Piper & Craig Costello in memory of Bronwyn Vincent Isabella Rogol Scott Royer in honor of Julie Frank's birthday Sara Shapiro in memory of Roger M Trafton Anjali Silva Jane Skinner Craig Wallace and Lori Kishimoto Steven Weinberg
Nadine Cannon Abe Robinson Bluma Freed Clarence Pollock Sheldon Hoffman Malinda Lamm David Robinson Carl W. Connors Lubov Shats Tillie Bean Nuce Nathan Jay Miram Sheldon Frank Sonia Kisner Julio Blandino Conti Morris Kamenetzky Jeremy Lee Goodman Salsbury M.L. (Bob) Robinson Lena Berebitsky Linda Ringer Lia Lynn Rosen Roland Barnes Ivens Siegel Hannah Rubenstein
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.
Jewish Community Relations Council Survey
Each year, the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle and its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) advocate in Olympia on behalf of our local Jewish agencies, as well as the broader Jewish community. We need to hear from you now to help us set our 2024 legislative priorities! Take the survey here>>
Two Events by UnXeptable Seattle Wednesday, September 27, 7:00 pm
UnXeptable Seattle is a group of local Israelis organizing and coordinating a response to developments around Israel's democracy.
Community Wide Event , Wednesday, September 27 from 7-9pm at Herzl Ner Tamid - Join UnXeptable Seattle for a Seattle-wide community event to support Israeli Democracy.
Temple Beth Hatfiloh, 201 8th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501
