Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield

05/03/2026

Wakefield’s Linden Tree Concerts presents
Rob Flax Boom Chick Trio on Sunday, May 17th at 2 pm

The Linden Tree Concert series has a fabulous show for audiences of all ages on Sunday, May 17th from 2 to 4 pm. Rooted in equal parts hot swing, snarky songwriting, and lyrical storytelling, this energetic trio of virtuoso violin, guitar, and bass plus three part harmony vocals will transport you to a speakeasy somewhere in the back of a bar. You might not be able to sit still in your seat, and you’ll probably have a smile on your face most of the show! “Hotshot swing, crackerjack instrumentals, superb harmonies & hysterical stagecraft” —The Folk Project

Rob Flax possesses a rare combination of skills: he is an award-winning violinist, classically trained but known for his jazz and improvisational pyrotechnics and irresistible grooves, plus a deep knowledge of American fiddle traditions. He's also a powerhouse vocalist, capable of silky crooning a la Nat King Cole or visceral Chicago blues shouts, and a consummate songwriter with lyrical depth to complement the instrumental virtuosity.

Rob Flax's Boom Chick Trio adds guitar, upright bass, and three part vocals to the mix, elevating Rob's eclectic originals with intricate instrumental interplay, tight vocal harmonies, and irreverent humor.

Joining Rob is Slava Tolstoy, a Boston based guitarist, singer and producer, originally from St. Petersburg Russia. Slava’s original songs are best described as energetic pop-rock with tight arrangements, virtuoso soloing and deep and meaningful lyrics in the best traditions of Russian rock.

Chris Sartori is a bassist, percussionist, and multi-instrumentalist currently based out of Boston. “Hotshot swing, crackerjack instrumentals, superb harmonies & hysterical stagecraft” —The Folk Project. Throughout 10+ years touring nationally with Americana genre-defiers, Twisted Pine, Chris has studiously carved out a niche as the funkiest bassist in bluegrass. A graduate of the Jazz program at Umass Amherst, Chris is a lifelong student of music, dedicated to groove, improvisation, and bringing the music to life each night. Each has been in more award winning traveling groups that we could list here.

Tickets for this show will be $25, for those under 18 are $10. WUMB members receive a $2 discount with their membership card. We accept cash or personal check at the door. Because this is a popular show, reservations are recommended by calling or texting 781 521 3564.

The Linden Tree Coffeehouse in its 41st season of acoustic music has relocated to Temple Emmanuel, 120 Chestnut St. Wakefield, MA 01880 which is handicapped accessible. We thank the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Wakefield Arts Council for supporting our concert series that has allowed us to bring quality programming to our community. Linden Tree also supports Fair Trade Music Local 1000. For more information see www.LindenTreeCoffeehouse.org and our page on Facebook.
“Way more fun than squirrels in a bag of nuts… Smokin’ great” —Patrice O’Neill, Wintergrass

04/25/2026

Southern Rail concert this sunday is sold out.

04/17/2026

Wakefield’s LINDEN TREE CONCERTS PRESENT
SOUTHERN RAIL BLUEGRASS
Sunday, April 26 at 2 pm. Reserve by 4/25 so you won't miss.

"Bluegrass with a touch of gospel is back at the Linden Tree in Wakefield with fan favorites: Southern Rail on Sunday, April 26th at 2 pm. Celebrating over forty years of performing, Southern Rail's bluegrass is high-octane exuberant fun, with lush harmonies, irrepressible humor and sparkling banjo, mandolin, and guitar.

The vocal harmonies are exquisite and the musicianship is impeccable.- Radio Star, Ireland The group has released 11 recordings to wide acclaim. Their special Bluegrass Gospel compilation entitled “Glory Train” was nominated for the Best Gospel Recording of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association. The group just re-released their ever-popular CD, "Live at the Linden Tree", a special recording made during their unforgettable 30th anniversary concert at the Linden Tree Coffeehouse.The band's two founding members, guitarist Jim Muller and bassist Sharon Horovitch, were recently inducted by the Rhode Island Bluegrass Alliance, into their Bluegrass Hall of Fame."

JIM MULLER, Guitar and Lead Vocals: Jim was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia. Jim is the band's principal lead singer and songwriter. Jim's rich, distinctive lead vocals and offbeat humor have become one of the group's trademarks. A guitarist for over 40 years, he is also known for his polished flat-picking and rock-solid rhythm. Jim was also a respected staff-writer for Bluegrass Now Magazine (Rolla, MO). His regular feature on sound reinforcement, titled "Plugged In", received a great deal of international attention.

SHARON HOROVITCH, Acoustic Bass and Harmony Vocals: Aggressive, creative and irrepressible, Sharon is known for her limber bass work, infectious smile and her tireless energy on stage and off. She also sings tenor and high-baritone harmonies. Sharon started playing bass while a grad student at MIT, (which is where she met Jim) and she never looked back. Sharon and Jim are co-founders of Southern Rail.

RICHARD STILLMAN, Banjo and Harmony Vocals: Rich has been playing bluegrass banjo for over 30 years.. Rich was New Jersey banjo champion in 1983, as well as the 2002 and 2003 New England banjo champion. He is a six-time winner of the annual banjo contest held at Lowell, Massachusetts (1985-1995). Rich has been a regular on the faculty of Banjo Camp North, has taught bluegrass banjo classes for Boston Bluegrass Union, and is an adjunct faculty member of Tufts University.

JOHN TIBERT, Mandolin and Harmony Vocals: Hailing from Northboro, MA, John started playing guitar at age 14. But once he heard Dave Grisman on"Old and in the Way", his life was never the same. He's been addicted to bluegrass ever since. He's a prolific songwriter and also has taught mandolin for over a decade. John's mandolin playing is fluid, lyrical and from the heart, and his superb bass vocals are a powerful addition to the group's signature quartet harmonies.

One of the most significant groups in contemporary bluegrass...on the cutting edge of creativity. - Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine, VA

Tickets for this show will be $25, for those under 18 are $10. WUMB members receive a $2 discount with their membership card. We accept cash or personal check at the door. Because this is a popular show, reservations are recommended by calling or texting 781-521-3564

The Linden Tree Coffeehouse in its 41sr season of acoustic music is located at Temple Emmanuel, 120 Chestnut St. Wakefield, MA 01880 which is handicapped accessible. We thank the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Wakefield Arts Council for supporting our concert series that has allowed us to bring quality programming to our community. Linden Tree also supports Fair Trade Music Local 1000. For more information see www.LindenTreeCoffeehouse.org and our page on Faceboo

02/01/2026

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01/27/2026

Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Reconstructing Judaism joins communities around the world in honoring the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust and the millions of others targeted by N**i persecution.

Our tradition teaches that remembering is not passive. It is sacred work. Through ritual, poetry, silence, and creative expression, we strive to hold not only the enormity of this loss, but the individual lives behind the numbers: their names, their stories, their humanity.

This commitment lives within our movement, including through Ritualwell, Reconstructing Judaism’s online resource for rituals, where memory is carried forward as a living spiritual practice.

In a time when antisemitism continues to rise globally, Holocaust remembrance calls us not only to mourn the past, but to confront hatred in the present and to stand firmly for justice, dignity, and human worth.

“We say 'never again' and we dedicate ourselves to this principle, to the idea that justice does not allow persecution, that genocide shall not be repeated, and that vigilance is the responsibility of freedom, at all costs.” —Rabbi David Katz, A Prayer for Yom Hasho’ah/Holocaust Remembrance Day, Ritualwell

01/18/2026

If you don't know the notes, sing louder! Join us at Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield for all-ages karaoke night on January 31 at 6:30PM. Drinks and vegetarian snacks provided. $5 for members, $10 non-members. See you there, singing your heart out!

12/30/2025

Join Galapagos Puppets at Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2pm for The Ice River, an episode of the Chinese Classic Journey to the West!

Journeying to India, Monk Tang and his disciples Monkey, Pig, and Sha-jing have just found a quiet temple to rest in when they learn that a powerful river monster has been demanding all the food in the area, year after year. Searching for the surprising secret of the monster’s formidable power takes the disciples over the Ice River, down to the bottom, and up to the heavens.

Tickets are $15 for those 5 and up. Invite your friends & family to make reservations by calling or texting Liz at 781-521-3564. Cash or checks will be accepted at the door opening at 1:30. Sponsored by Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield and Linden Tree Concerts.

12/11/2025

Join us to celebrate the last night of Hanukkah with candle lighting, latkes, and music!

12/11/2025

12/07/2025

Come join us at Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield for trivia night! Bring a team of your own, or play by yourself so you don't have to share the prize! RSVP here: https://forms.gle/gYpwLeZQ8JDhHQAaA