Temple Shalom events open to the community

By Jeanette Fischer, Temple Shalom Director of Communications

Temple Shalom invites you to the following events that are open to the community at large.

Torah Talk

Join this lay-led discussion of the week’s Torah portion every Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom. Please contact the Temple Shalom office at info@ naplestemple.org for the Zoom link.

Jewish Yoga

Join yoga teacher, Missy Balsam, via Zoom, as she guides you through an alllevels gentle yoga stretch session, interwoven with Jewish spiritual teachings, designed to relieve stress and calm the mind. This class will be practiced lying down and seated on the floor. Mondays at 11a.m., no experience necessary. The cost is $54 for an 8-week session. Call the Temple Shalom office to register and receive the Zoom information.

The Haggadah: How Judaism’s Essential Book reveals the Meaning of Life

Join Rabbinic Scholar Rabbi Frank Muller via Zoom for a 4-session mini-course on one of Judaism’s most powerful texts, Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 16 & 23 at 10 a.m. — just in time for Passover. Put some zing into your Seder with newly gained, profound knowledge and insight into this three millennia old Festival of Freedom. For Zoom link information, contact the Temple Shalom office at 239-455-3030 or email info@naplestemple.org.

Shabbat ShaPlay

Join Rabbi Boxman and Miss Jane on Saturday, March 12 at 10 a.m. as we sing, dance, play and celebrate Shabbat in the park. All young families are invited to attend. Temple Shalom membership is not required. To register, contact Education Administrative Assistant Paolette Matute at 239-455-2233 or pmatute@ naplestemple.org.

Purim Shpiel

Celebrate the joy of Purim by joining Temple Shalom, via Zoom Wednesday, March 16 at 7 p.m., as our Purim Shpielers bring the story of Esther, Mordechai and the wicked Haman (boo! hiss!) to life. For Zoom link information, contact the Temple Shalom office at 239-455-3030 or email info@ naplestemple.org.

Drop-off food drive

Drive by and drop off nonperishables on Sunday, March 20 from 9 to 11 a.m. for the benefit of the Harry Chapin Food Bank. No need to leave your car. Sponsored by the Tikkun Olam volunteers of Temple Shalom. For more information, contact the Temple Shalom office at 239-455-3030.

A Noteworthy Night

Join the Temple Shalom One Family on Sunday, March 27 as it honors Cheryl and Ed Alexander, Dr. Paula Brody and Merrill Hassenfeld, and Bebe and Steve Saks with an evening of celebration. A Noteworthy Night, Temple Shalom’s major fundraiser, will also feature NY NY Dueling Pianos. Visit the Temple Shalom website at www.naplestemple.org for more information, tickets and sponsorship opportunities.