Temple Shalom of Newton

09/11/2026

09/07/2026

Remember to order your Lulav & Etrog for 5787

https://www.templeshalom.org/form/lulav-and-etrog-ordering-2026.html

09/04/2026

Yom Kippur is quickly approaching! Make sure you register for services on our website! Just click High Holy Days at the top of the page and scroll down until you see the Register Here buttons. See less

09/03/2026

Sukkot Family Fun Fest – JLL Opening Day!

Join us for a fun-filled morning as we kick off a wonderful new year together!

Sunday, September 27, 2026
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Room 101, Room 101 Patio, Main Floor Lobby, Social Hall & Sanctuary

Bring the whole family and enjoy:
- Meet-and-greet with teachers
- Tefilah together with our clergy
- Delicious Sukkot snacks
- Fun family activities and games
- Activities Fair
- Welcome Bagel Brunch, sponsored by Sisterhood

Come celebrate, connect, and enjoy the spirit of Sukkot with our JLL community!

We can’t wait to see you there!

09/03/2026

The best part of Temple Shalom is YOU! Our community was bustling this week - Temple Shalom Nursery School is back in session, Shalom After School is off to a great start, the choir is preparing for the High Holy Days, our JLL teachers are working on preparing for our K-7 and teen madrichim to return, and even the bulletin boards are having an amazing week!

09/01/2026

Selichot Shabbat
Friday, September 4, 2026 | 6:30 PM in the Sanctuary

As we approach the High Holy Days, join us for a special Selichot Shabbat—an evening of reflection, repentance, music, and renewal.

Selichot, meaning “forgiveness” in Hebrew, invites us to pause, look inward, reflect on the past year, and prepare our hearts and spirits for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

Our service will include:
🎶 Meaningful music
📖 Traditional Selichot prayers
🕯️ Reflective readings
💙 Time for personal and communal introspection

Whether Selichot is a cherished tradition for you or this will be your first experience, all are warmly welcome to join us for this beautiful and contemplative evening.

Come gather with our community as we begin the journey toward the Days of Awe.

No registration necessary.
We look forward to sharing this meaningful evening with you. ✨

08/28/2026

Shout out to Temple Shalom member Betty Morningstar on the exciting launch of her new book! Congratulations to Betty on a wonderful book signing in Boston last night and on this terrific accomplishment. We are so happy to celebrate this special moment with you!

08/27/2026

Activities Fair & Bagel Brunch 🥯✨

Join us on Sunday, September 27 at 10:00am in the Social Hall for our Activities Fair & Bagel Brunch, sponsored by Sisterhood.

Come discover the many ways to connect, contribute, and get involved in our vibrant community. Meet representatives from Brotherhood, Caring Community, Development, Engage! לעסוק A Better Israel and Beyond, Garden Club, Music Committee, Nursery School Caring Committee, Parent Advisory Committee, Sisterhood, Tzedek Social Justice, and more!

Whether you’re new to Temple Shalom or looking to deepen your involvement, stop by to:
🥯 Enjoy a delicious bagel brunch
🤝 Meet fellow congregants
💡 Explore groups and committees
❤️ Find meaningful ways to share your talents and passions

There’s a place for everyone at Temple Shalom! 💙

08/24/2026

🍎🍯 ToTS Apple Picking! 🍯🍎

Get ready to celebrate Rosh Hashanah and kick off fall with ToTS at Honey Pot Hill Orchards! 🍎🌳

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with your fellow teens featuring:
🍎 Apple picking
🌳 Hedge mazes
🚜 Hayrides
🐐 Farm animals
✨ Lots of fall fun!

It’s the perfect way to welcome the Jewish New Year and enjoy a sweet start to the season! 🍎🍯

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
📍 Honey Pot Hill Orchards
🕐 Drop-off: 1:00 PM
🕔 Pickup: 5:00 PM
🚗 Carpool will depart from the Temple.
💰 Cost: $35 per teen

Ready to join us? RSVP today!
📧 [email protected]
📞 908-565-4924

08/24/2026

🌿 Brotherhood Sukkah Raising 🌿

Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 8:00 AM
📍 Room 101 Patio

Help us get ready for Sukkot! Join the Brotherhood for our beloved annual tradition of raising the sukkah—a chance to roll up your sleeves, connect with friends, meet new members, and help create the sacred space where our community will gather and celebrate.

🔨 No building experience needed—everyone is welcome!
☕ Coffee and snacks will be available.

Come lend a hand, share in the spirit of community, and help us prepare for the joy of Sukkot! 🍋🌿