Erev Shabbat Friday, July 4 ShaBBQat, 6:00 pm In Person Celebrate the 4th of July and Shabbat together in community in the TBH Courtyard! We will gather outside TBH for a short service, food, fun and friendship. TBH will provide hot dogs and veggie dogs. If you can, please bring a dairy free vegetarian salad or side (mayo is dairy-free!) to share. Note earlier time.
Tot Shabbat in the Park, 10:00 am In Person @ Squaxin Park, Shelter #4 This month we will be meeting at Squaxin Park in Shelter #4 near the playground. Bring a vegetarian snack to share for a Shabbat picnic if you are able.
All kids ages 0-6 and their grown-ups and families are invited to share in song, story, movement, music and prayer as we celebrate Shabbat together!
THIS WEEK AT TBH
Teva Sharing Circles Saturday, July 5, 3:00 pm In Person
The word teva is used in the Torah to refer to Noah’s ark as well as the basket that Moses was placed in. Our circle will be a safe and confidential space to express what’s on your hearts and minds, both about our Jewish world and about our wider world so rife with hatred and conflict. At the outset we’ll agree to some basic ground rules to give us structure and safety. Each participant will have an opportunity to speak while holding the talking stick (actually a silver sugar bowl). Evan Ferber and Eliana Stockwell-Ferber will facilitate. They both have training and experience in small group facilitation. No registration is required. Please come, including those of you who’ve come to past teva circles.
Melaveh Malka: Cancelled This Month Saturday, July 5, 7:00 pm In Person
Melaveh Malka, TBH Social Time on the first Saturday evening, will be back next month!
TBH Poetry Circle Wednesday, July 9, 1:00 - 2:30 pm In Person
This month, the TBH poetry circle is a generative workshop based on prompts that participants bring with them to share. For ideas, try Googling "poetry prompts." Can't find a prompt you like? No worries - there will be extras on hand. We will use the prompts during the workshop to create poem sprouts (or complete poems, for the lucky ones). Bring seven or so copies of your prompt you would like us to work with. Questions? Contact Suzanne Simons, paradise.com@comcast.net
COMING UP AT TBH
Stars of David Softball Season Wednesday Evenings through July 16 In Person @ Yauger Park
Upcoming Games: Wednesday, July 16, 8:25 & 9:30 pm (both field 2) Wednesday, July 23, 6:15 & 7:20 pm (both field 2) Wednesday, July 30 TBD
Asher Zeitlin Mitzvah Project
Hello, I am Asher Zeitlin and for my Bar Mitzvah project I am collecting items for a local animal shelter. I am doing this because animals share our world and should be treated humanely and with respect. Without shelters, many animals wouldn’t have a safe place to live, get the medical care they need or potentially find a home.
I believe as part of my Jewish identity that we have a responsibility to care for all that is around us, including animals. The animals in our community with the greatest need are in our local shelter.
I will be collecting dog/puppy wet/dry food, cat/kitten dry food, toys and treats for cats/dogs, bleach, paper towels and gift cards (Mud Bay, Petsmart, Petco, Walmart, Costco, The Dollar Store, etc.) Please bring them to TBH--there will be a box in the foyer.
Thank you for your generosity.
Challah/Tapas Class Sunday, July 13, 1:30 pm In Person
A two-in-one cooking class fundraiser at Temple Beth Hatfiloh from 1:30 to 4:00 on Sunday July 13. Learn to make Challah with Gaby Graham. While the Challah is rising make Tapas with Akiva and Hadassah Budrevich-Ryan. There will be time to snack on the delicious food.
Please sign up early since we have room for 16 people. Suggested donation $52 or pay what you can. Contact Kayla in the office to make a sliding scale donation to register.
Please call or text Leslie Goldstein at (360) 791-9759 with any questionsRegister>>
Membership Renewals Due Due July 15th (Deadline extended this year!)
Membership renewal forms were emailed on Monday. This is intended to be a quick and easy process on your online account. However, if there are any difficulties with accessing your ShulCloud account or filling out your form, please email Kayla in the office. She will be happy to troubleshoot the process or send you a hard copy form.
Blintz Blitz: Shabbat Brunch Saturday, July 19, 10:30 am In Person
Real blintzes like your Bubbe made (unless your Bubbe worked at a blintz factory in New Jersey). No bagels, but warm homemade flatbread like your Safta made (unless your Safta worked in a pita factory in Tel Aviv). Assortment of toppings/dips/salads, sweet and savory. Fresh fruits and vegetables. Suprises! Registration is limited--secure your spot now.
Hosted by: Barnett Kalikow & Melinda Holman Cost: $25 per person
RBIs with the Rabbi Sunday, August 24, 1:35 pm In Person @ Cheney Stadium
Join TBH for a summer afternoon of minor league baseball in an outing to see the Tacoma Rainiers take on the Oklahoma City Comets on Sunday, August 24th at 1:35 p.m.!
Tickets are $16 each and include a seat and concessions. TBH has a total 40 tickets available and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Introduction to Judaism Registration Open! Sundays starting September 7 Online
Join Rabbi Seth and 30+ other rabbis from across Washington in this comprehensive, 36-session introduction to Judaism. Open to all! Suitable for those pursuing conversion, Jews looking to deepen their Jewish knowledge, those who are part of Jewish families, and anyone who wants to learn more about Judaism. Tuition is sliding scale. Register here>>
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Looking for Torah Readers
After a summer hiatus, our Shabbat morning services will resume in September. We need Torah readers! If you are interested in reading Torah during a Saturday morning service over the course of next year, please fill in your name on this form.
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
Rabbi's Discretionary Fund Alan & Karen Goldstein in memory of Nathan & Henrietta Schwartzberg
Volunteers
TBH @ Pride Andy Levitt Avi Bernard-Donals Tish Levee Grill Volunteers Andrew Iverson Richard Jackman Greeters Gary Schneider Michael Koppel
We need greeters to sign up for the 25-26 membership year! Email Kayla if you didn't receive the new sign up sheet.
Connie Peterson Clara Peckler Doris Gottfeld Lois Strasberg Ferenc Breuer Carol Brown Israel Rosenfeld Bernice Kazel Alfasso Albert S. Roller Sarah Robinson Gabino Hurtado Juanita Warren Sidney Jackman Isadore Julius Bean Nelson David Marjorie Stevenson Donald Blanke Steven Gallant Irving Putzer Sherry Cutler Gaines
Happy Birthday!
3 Ellen Wolfhagen 3 Rebecca Raitses 7 Susan Finkel 8 Eliana Braun
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.
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