Park Synagogue - Anshe Emeth Beth Tefilo Congregation

10/09/2026

Ira Kohler is a New York native who moved to Israel at age 21 and served as a Lone Soldier in the IDF Paratroopers. On October 7, Ira fought on the front lines during Israel’s toughest day, battling in Kibbutz Be’eri, and he went on to spend more than 100 days inside the Gaza Strip. Upon completing his service, Ira became a public speaker and wrote Once a Paratrooper, the first memoir by a Lone Soldier who fought in the war. Join us to hear Ira's story. In partnership with Park Synagogue.

Registration: https://www.bnaijeshurun.org/event/the-story-of-a-lone-soldier-in-the-gaza-war-ira-kohler.html

10/07/2026

Our hearts turn towards the memories of October 7
with profound grief and heavy sorrow.

We sanctify the names and lives
of the innocent women, men, and children
whose lives were stolen.

We honor the courage of those
who risked everything to defend their people.

Bless the leaders of all nations
with wisdom and compassion.
Let our hope rise louder
than the pain of what has been done.

May the promise of true peace take root —
where no one shall terrify or be afraid,
and all may dwell in safety and peace.

Amen.
October 7, 2026

Rabbi Joshua Skoff | Rabbi Avram Ellner

10/07/2026

Because of HIPPA laws, we no longer are notified by hospitals or other facilities who is a patient. Park Clergy and Staff are always available to give our congregants the support they need.

10/07/2026

10/05/2026

🎉 Celebrating 50 Years of Cleveland Jewish History! 🎉

Every archive begins with a story — a photograph, a letter, a memory. For 50 years, the Cleveland Jewish Archives has preserved the people and moments that shaped our community here in Northeast Ohio.

Now it's time to celebrate! Join us for the 50th Anniversary White Glove Brunch, "Then Now Next":

📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
🕥 10:00 AM–12:30 PM (Program begins at 10:30 AM)
📍 Cleveland History Center, 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland

Get up close with rare artifacts, photographs, and treasures from the collection in a unique hands-on experience. Proceeds support digitizing the collection so these stories can be preserved for generations to come.

✅ Complimentary valet
✅ Kosher dietary laws observed
✅ RSVP by October 8

👉 Reserve your spot today — link in comments! Questions? Contact Jill Pupa at 216-593-2888 or [email protected].

Let's honor where we've been, celebrate where we are, and imagine what's next. 💙

10/01/2026

📚 Women of Park Book Group ☕

Join us as we discuss Heart of a Stranger by Rabbi Angela Buchdahl — a stirring memoir from the first Asian American woman ordained as a rabbi. Born in Seoul to a Korean Buddhist mother and Jewish American father, Buchdahl overcame doubt and self-questioning to become one of the most admired religious leaders in the world.

🗓️ Tuesday, October 6 • 1:00 PM
📍 Park Synagogue Library

Enjoy treats and tea before our discussion! The book is available in the Park Library and other area libraries.

RSVP or questions? Contact Sasha Huston at [email protected] or (216) 371-2244 x155.

We hope you'll join us! 💕

09/28/2026

🎨 Join Park Senior Adults for an Art-Filled Morning!

We're headed to the Cleveland Museum of Art for a docent-led tour of "Spectacular Watercolors," a special exhibit exploring American artist Andrew Wyeth's watercolor works and what it meant to be American and modern at the time he painted them.

📅 Wednesday, October 21 • 1:00 PM
📍 Cleveland Museum of Art

💵 Cost: CMA Members $5 | Adults $15 (docent-led tours have a fee even for members)

📝 Prepaid reservations are required by October 8 through the Park website, Weekly Wrap, or by mailing a check (payable to Park Synagogue) to Sasha Huston, Park Synagogue, 27500 Shaker Blvd., Pepper Pike, OH 44124.

Scan the QR code in the image to register, or contact Sasha with questions at [email protected] or (216) 371-2244 x155.

We hope you'll join us for this special exploration of art and history! 🖼️

09/25/2026

Say hi to our speaker 👋 Lisa Vahey, Co-Founder of Honesty for Ohio Education, joins us at Sisters in the Sukkah to talk about why book bans hurt us all — and what we can actually do about it. Sept 30, 7pm at Park. RSVP today.

09/06/2026

Join us by RSVPing to Liz Gregory at [email protected]!

09/04/2026

It is traditional for men to immerse in a Mikvah prior to Yom Kippur. Each year, the Men's Club sponsors a men's-only event at the beautiful Charlotte Goldberg Community Mikvah. Come enjoy a spiritual experience and nosh – immersions are optional, but the fellowship and wonderful friendships are not!