Temple Shalom Cultural Events

Singing in the Dark – Sunday, Jan. 12 at 7 p.m.

Charlie Kramer, life coach, speaker and singer, was diagnosed with a progressive visual disability that left him legally blind by age 15. Now Kramer shares his journey of learning and “unlearning” about disability stereotypes and stigma. During parts of his program, the audience will be blindfolded for a taste of his signature performance, “Singing in the Dark,” which gives the audience an opportunity to feel what it’s like to experience blindness and the beauty that life with a disability can bring. Co-sponsored by Lighthouse of Collier.

Sephardic Nosh – Monday Jan. 13 at 6 p.m. Join Cantor Donna Azu to explore the delicious flavors of Mediterranean food. Reservations required.

Mitzvah Day – Sunday, Jan. 26 at 9 a.m. We come together for our annual Mitzvah Day where we combine our energy and direct it towards tikkun olam, repairing our world, through acts of kindness. Activities include Meals of Hope, collecting school supplies, socks, underwear and toiletries for children in need in our area, donating blood, Beading for Betterment and more. Please consider joining us. For more information, visit the Temple Shalom website at www.naplestemple.org.

Susana Behar Live in Concert! – Sunday, Feb. 2 at 5 p.m.

Susana Behar is a Havana-born singer of Ladino (JudeoSpanish) and Latin American folk music. She will share songs of the Sephardic Diaspora that speak to her Sephardic family history and her own incredible life. Reservations required.

Sephardic Wine Tasting – Monday, March 3 at 7 p.m.

Enjoy a tour of Spanish and Portuguese wines presented by a local wine expert. Light refreshments included. Reservations required.

For more information, visit the Temple Shalom website at www.naplestemple.org.

Bright Lights on Broadway – Sunday, March 9 at 6 p.m. Honoring Arlene and Donald Shapiro and Daryl and David Sissman.

Boardway expert and author Eddie Shapiro pulls back the curtain to reveal the stories behind your favorite shows. Featuring musical performances by Cantor Donna Azu and special guests. In partnership with the Jewish Book Council. Reservations required. For more information, visit the Temple Shalom website at www.naplestemple.org.