Erev Shabbat Friday, July 11 Courtyard Shabbat, 7:00 pm In Person Our Shabbat services, in the courtyard! We will be spending most of our Shabbats together outside to make the most of summer. Join us to light candles and gather in community to celebrate Shabbat.
Bar Mitzvah Asher Zeitlin Saturday, July 12, 10:00 am Hybrid
Asher is going to be a seventh grader at NOVA Middle school in Olympia. He enjoys collecting vinyl records, playing video games, writing and playing basketball. Asher’s Mitzvah project is to collect food and supplies for animals housed at Joint Animal Services of Thurston County. Joint Animal Services is a non-profit organization that creates a caring environment for animals that are either homeless or rescued while helping to find new families for our community’s homeless pets. The TBH congregation is warmly invited to join Asher, his parents, Erinn and Daniel, as well as his brothers Levi and Jonah, to celebrate this joyous occasion for both the service and lunch to follow.
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.
Unity Commons Meal Prep Sunday, June 13 In Person
TBH prepares a monthly meal for 60 at the Unity Commons Shelter on Martin Way. Unity Commons is a supported housing apartment operated by Interfaith Works. For more information: https://www.iwshelter.org
Funding for our meals is currently only partially covered under the TBH budget. It would be wonderful if this effort was funded by community donations. We hope that community members might wish to donate a meal in honor of a loved one, or simcha. The cost to put on a meal is approximately $250. This includes the food, as well as the disposable pans for transporting food to the shelter.
Membership Renewals Due Due July 15th (Deadline extended this year!)
Membership renewal forms were emailed previously. 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.
Board Meeting Wednesday, July 16, 6:00 pm Online
All TBH members are invited to attend monthly board meetings as guests. If you would like to request to be put on a board meeting agenda, please be in touch with your board representative or the board president in advance of the meeting.
Stars of David Softball Season Wednesday Evenings through July 30 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
Challah/Tapas Class Sunday, July 20, 1:30 pm: DATE CHANGE! 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>>
Michelle Alany Quartet Sunday, July 20, 3:00 pm In Person
Save the date! Join us for a quartet concert featuring Michelle Alany. More information and ticket sales coming soon!
Michelle Alany is an internationally touring violinist & vocalist, a dynamic performer & ambassador of world folk traditions. She specializes in soulful Sephardic, Mediterranean & Eastern European-inspired music, as well as original music, drawing on rich folk and classical traditions. After playing her first gigs while at music school at the University of California, Santa Cruz and through the jazz halls at Berklee College of Music, Michelle has delved even more deeply into the folk music and dance traditions of her past.
Mussar Torah Study Saturday, July 19, 10:00 am Online
Please join us for Mussar Torah Study on Saturday, July 19, 2025. The Parashat for our study will be Pinchas – Numbers 25:10 to 30:1. The middah or soul trait for this Parashat is Kaas – An Anger Banquet. This torah portion serves as a cautionary tale and as a model to follow, Our study is from 10 AM to 11:30 AM on Zoom. Please join us. We are looking forward to being with you. - Michele & Richard Jackman.
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
Stars of David Jim Bamberger
Sustaining Fund Cynthia Spencer Poker Group
Volunteers
Grounds Work Sara Glass Spencer Orman Alan Reichman
Greeters Gary Schneider
We need greeters to sign up for the 25-26 membership year! Email Kayla if you didn't receive the new sign up sheet.
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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 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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IJS: Bringing Spirituality into the Home: A Workshop for Parents Wednesday, July 23, 5:00 pm Online
What if your home could be a sacred space of renewal, connection, and presence—every single month? Join us for a soulful and practical workshop designed for parents who want to bring more spirituality into family life, in partnership with the Institute for Jewish Spirituality . Grounded in the ancient Jewish tradition of Rosh Chodesh—the celebration of the new moon—this session will guide you in creating simple, beautiful rituals that help your children (and yourself!) feel more rooted, calm, and connected to something greater. Our materials are geared towards families with children ages 3-10, but all parents are welcome to attend! It’s one hour, and $18. More info & register>>
Temple Beth Hatfiloh, 201 8th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501
