Erev Shabbat Friday, March 28 Zoom Shabbat, 6:30 pm Online Only Our Shabbat services, on Zoom! Join us to light candles and gather in virtual community to celebrate Shabbat.
Haftarah for Ashkenazim: Ezekiel 45:16-46:18 Haftarah for Sephardim: Ezekiel 45:18-46:15
Shabbat Morning Saturday, March 29 There is no Saturday morning program this week.
THIS WEEK AT TBH
Member Connect Entries Due
Our April issue of Member Connect will be coming out shortly. Please send your entries to Kayla for inclusion!
2SLGBTQIA+ Jews at TBH Wednesday, March 26, 7:00 pm Online
The nation is becoming an increasingly scary place for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks, particularly for those of us that are trans and gender diverse. TBH has offered to create a safe space for 2SLGBTQIA+ Jews to come together in community and do what we can to support each other and our community. This group is just a concept at this time, so we are wanting to gather over zoom with anyone who may want to participate in the creation of this group to see what we can build together. Please join us on Wednesday, March 26 at 7 pm if you are interested in supporting one another during these challenging times!
Groundswork Party! Sunday, March 30, 12:00 pm In Person
With the return of spring, it is time to once again turn our attention to the grounds around the temple! Bring your own hand tools if you have them. We'll have some here too. Come for some or all of the time. Many hands make light work! Contact Catherine at ccarmel@bethhatfiloh.org for more information or to be put on the list for future volunteer opportunities.
Bagel Class and Late Lunch with Russ Lidman Sunday, March 30, 1:30 pm In Person
Learn how to make bagels with Russ Lidman. Plus enjoy a late lunch of bagels, lox and all the toppings as well as coleslaw and potato salad. And of course you will have bagels to take home. Proceeds benefit the synagogue. Suggested donation $52. Registration for this event has closed.
Jewish Preschool Visioning Sunday, March 30, 3:00 pm In Person
Calling all families of young kids (or other interested folks in our community)! We are hosting a brainstorming gathering of what it could look like to build a Jewish preschool at TBH. Bring your questions and ideas! This is a preliminary gathering to get an idea of interest and energy in our community. If you can't make it that day, but want to be involved, please let Kayla know. Childcare will be available.
Senior Schmooze Tuesday, April 1, 12:00 pm In Person
Bring your jokes (April Fool's anyone?) and your brown bag lunch for the our monthly Senior Schmooze on the first Tuesday at noon. Kathy Dixon is our dessert host this month!
FORKids Food Packing Tuesday, April 1, 4:00 pm In Person @ 2260 Mottman Rd SW, Tumwater, WA 98512
Please come and join us at the Thurston County Food Bank. There are too many kids that need food during the weekend when they don't have food from the school food programs. Come join us for one of the best mitzvot you can do. We'll work hard, socialize and have some fun. We'll work as a team and make pallets full of protein, milk and snacks for hundreds of children in need.
Every month on the first Tuesday at 4pm until further notice. Bring your friends. This is good for all ages from 7 to 100.
COMING UP AT TBH
Melaveh Malka: Cooking Night! Saturday, April 5, 7:00 pm In Person
Tired of Matzo Brie and buttered Matzo for the week after the Seder? Wish you had other things to do with your Matzo, but don’t have a lot of time? Join Hadassah and Akiva ( @whatsforshabbatdinner ) for a cooking class on easy weeknight Pesach recipes! This workshop will feature 4 unique dips that are easy to prepare and will wow your family and friends. And of course, there will be plenty of opportunities to taste!
Oral History Training with WSJHS Monday, April 7, 12:30 pm In Person
The Washington State Jewish Historical Society is training new oral historians! If you'd like to volunteer to interview Jewish community members locally and across the State, please show up to our very first training. You will be trained on oral history methodology, recording equipment, ethical considerations and more. All are invited to join us in preserving Jewish history in Washington. Monday, April 7th at 12:30pm.
1st Night Seder Chair and Table Borrowing
Are you hosting a first night seder at your home? TBH can help! To aid your at-home celebrations, we will make folding chairs and tables available to members who need them. Pick-up will be on Thursday, April 10th, 10 am - 2 pm (inquire for other hours), with drop-off required the morning of Sunday, April 13th. Email kiverson@bethhatfiloh.org to reserve. Donations appreciated, but not required.
Passover Community Seder Sunday, April 13, 6:00 pm In Person
There are only 10 seats and only one Seder Plate Sponsorship left to join us for the Community Seder! Join us as we celebrate the Festival of Freedom together with song and story at the return of our Community Seder. Seder led by Rabbi Seth Goldstein, with the fully catered meal by Nineveh. Advance registration is required--we will not be taking payment the night of the seder. Menu, more information, and registration can be found on the the event page>> We will be maintaining a waitlist for this event. Please email crosen@bethhatfiloh.org if registration is full and you would like to be on the waitlist, or if you purchased a ticket and will be unable to attend.
Darchei Noam Youth Seder Sunday, April 13, 6:00 pm Online
While the Community Seder is open to all, we are creating a special program this year particularly for our school-age kids. Starting at 6 pm, kids ages 5-10 are invited to join us for approximately a one-hour age-appropriate Seder upstairs in the chapel (kids 10+ are encouraged to join the main Community Seder, but please register for what is right for your family). Snacks and ritual foods will be served, not full dinner. After the Youth Seder, we will have a Prince of Egypt movie night so that both the kids' program and main program end at the same time! This program is FREE to attend, but we require advance registration for planning purposes. Register>>
Save the Date: Spring Concert & Gala Sunday, May 4, evening In Person
Stay tuned for more details! Join us for an evening of music and entertainment plus delicious food in support of TBH. We are looking for volunteer dessert bakers! Do you make a mouthwatering chocolate cookie, pecan bar, etc. and are willing to help? Email David to let us know: davidhanig@gmail.com
Support TBH with an Amazing Live Auction Item!
Do you have a special experience, vacation rental, or unique opportunity you’d be willing to donate to TBH? We’re gearing up for the May 4th Gala and Concert fundraiser and are still looking for a few more high-value items to help make it a success. Your generosity will make a big impact!
TBH is currently purchasing more Chumashim, the Torah books that are used during Shabbat services along with the prayerbooks. These books allow those at services to follow the Torah reading and gain insight into the weekly Torah portion with its translation and commentary. We are expanding our inventory since we do not have enough at our larger services (primarily b’nai mitzvah). You have the opportunity to sponsor a book! For a $100 donation, you can sponsor a book, which includes the right to put a book plate indicating your sponsorship, as well as if it is in honor or memory of someone. If you wish to make a donation, please use the online TBH donation form and indicate in the “gift details” that this is for a chumash and if you wish to make a dedication.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Dessert Bakers
We are looking for volunteer bakers for the upcoming Gala on May 4th. Do you make a mouthwatering chocolate cookie, pecan bar, etc. and are willing to help? Email David to let us know: davidhanig@gmail.com
Share your Torah Thoughts!
Each week we have the opportunity to share thoughts and teachings about the weekly Torah portion as part of our services. And we want to hear your wisdom! Rabbi Seth invites you to deliver a d’var Torah at an upcoming service, no experience necessary—and he can help you craft your message. (Also look for a d’var Torah workshop over the summer). If you are interested, sign up here.
THANK YOU!
Contributions
Sustaining Fund Beth Dubey in memory of Irving and Ruth Samsky David Scherer Water Toby Brown in honor of the marriage of Travis & Jamie Hooper
Rabbi's Discretionary Fund Ed & Kim Adelson Debra Shapiro Schwent & Vincent Schwent
Tania Gottessmann Zoltan Bato John Jerry Neff Marion Denitz Elliott Ostrer Richard Bamberger Elaine Tenenbaum Hammerschlag Zangwill Freed Jay Koledin Bernard Silverman Mary Ann Peterson Linda M Pearle Tiby Roller Bali Goldberg Daniel Koledin Carl Hollander David Katz Joseph Shill Julie Frank Ronald Philip Denitz Elizabeth Brocha Julie Frank Al Levinson Julie Frank Rita Bartley Gloria Tadman Samuel Brinn Jules Bank Dave Alexander Nathan Schwartz Sue Endres
Happy Birthday!
27 Andrew Cooper 29 Ethan Kolodny 29 Howard Goldberg 30 Lynne Alfasso 30 Karen Farber 30 Harriet Trobman 30 Sarah Newman 31 Rosie Koppelman 31 Brian Boyd 1 Jacob Weiss 1 Juliet Van Eenwyk
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 kiverson@bethhatfiloh.org.
Mi Sheberach Updates
During Shabbat services, we always include a prayer for healing and maintain a list on behalf of members who want to include names in the healing prayers (as well as offering them verbally during services). Fill out this form to add a name to the list. May all be blessed with a refua shleyma, a complete healing of body, mind, and spirit.
COMMUNITY EVENTS/RESOURCES: Note: These are not necessarily officially sponsored or endorsed by TBH, but they are listed as they have Jewish content and/or may be of interest to our community.
Reconstructing Judaism: World Zionist Congress Elections
For general information on the elections and all the slates go to azm.org
Elections for the 39th World Zionist Congresshave begun. In this pivotal moment for Israel and Jewish communities worldwide, your voice matters more than ever. Why Your Vote Is Critical Now For 128 years, the World Zionist Congress has served as the democratic voice of the Jewish people globally. This isn't just any election – the Congress directly influences:
Funding allocations for the Jewish Agency for Israel
Policy decisions for the World Zionist Organization
Leadership and regulations for the Jewish National Fund
Reconstructing Judaism Proudly Endorses Hatikvah The Hatikvah: Progressive Israel slate represents our shared values:
A progressive vision for Israel's future
Equality and civil rights for all Israeli citizens
Freedom, security and self-determination for Israelis and Palestinians
