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We inhaled, aware of our connection to people - [Matot Masei 5785](https://www.shaaretorah.org/matot-masei-5785/) - A Shabbat Message from Rabbi David B. Helfand Matot Masei - July 25, 2025 - [Our Sages Speak – Rabbinic Reflections on the Torah Portion](https://www.shaaretorah.org/our-sages-speak-rabbinic-reflections-on-the-torah-portion-parshat-matot-masei/) - Parshat Matot-Masei If you’re an NFL kicker, how do you simulate the pressure of walking out for a game-winning field goal? There is a strategy for this. The special teams unit lines up, and if the kicker successfully boots the ball through the uprights at the end of practice, everyone heads for the showers. If the kick is - [Our Sages Speak – Rabbinic Reflections on the Torah Portion](https://www.shaaretorah.org/our-sages-speak-rabbinic-reflections-on-the-torah-portion/) - Parshat Pinchas The show Mary Tyler Moore was a groundbreaking program. The challenge Mary Richards – Mary Tyler Moore’s character – faced was that of being a single woman working in a professional capacity in a newsroom where all the other prominent faces were male, and where being unmarried was viewed with a jaundiced eye. - [In Every Generation](https://www.shaaretorah.org/in-every-generation/) - As we approach Pesach this year, we are thinking of a phrase that appears twice in the Passover Haggadah: Bekhol Dor VaDor- In every generation. We read in the “Ve’hi She’amdah” section of perennial Jewish persecution and resilience - “...Elah she-bekhol dor va’dor omedim aleinu lekhaloteinu, ve’HaKadosh Barukh Hu matzileinu miyyadam.” “In every generation [adversaries] stand against us - [Facing the Tragedy in Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/facing-the-tragedy-in-israel/) - אחינו כל בית ישראל הנתונים בצרה ובשביה המקום ירחם עליהם ויוציאם מצרה לרוחה ומאפילה לאורה Our family, all of Israel, mired in sorrow and captivity May the Omnipresent have mercy on them and bring them from confinement and darkness into open spaces and light Rabbinic Pastoral Care & Office Hours As always, we, the rabbis - [See You at Sinai](https://www.shaaretorah.org/see-you-at-sinai/) - This Shabbat, we stand again at Mount Sinai awaiting revelation. I find hope in the notion that we return year after year to the same words of Torah to unearth new meaning and to seek out pathways to add holiness to our lives as we grow and change. Jerusalem-based poet and liturgist, Alden Solovy, offers - [How Do We Sing In Dark Times?](https://www.shaaretorah.org/how-do-we-sing-in-dark-times/) - From Rabbi Yosef: How do we sing in dark times? This is a question that we Jews have been asking since we first became a people. We turn to song in moments of uplift and celebration, and so much of our rich tradition poetry, prayer, and song was borne out of crisis and grief. I have - [100 Days and Counting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/100-days-and-counting/) - This past week, we marked 100 days since October 7th. Our hearts ache with those who were taken captive in Gaza and with their families. Yesterday was the first birthday of Kfir Bibas, the youngest person kidnapped by Hamas. We will keep praying and doing all we can to bring Kfir and all of - [The Empty Shabbat Table](https://www.shaaretorah.org/the-empty-shabbat-table/) - This Shabbat, we will read the formation story of Moshe on his path to becoming the leader of Israel who would liberate a nation from servitude. In chapter 3 of Exodus, we find him serving as a shepherd in the wilderness of Midian. The Torah reads that Moshe "saw, and look, the bush was burning - [Housewarming](https://www.shaaretorah.org/housewarming/) - HOUSEWARMING In honor of the last day of Chanukah, we are happy to announce Shaare Torah's Hanukkat HaBayit Mezuzah Initiative. Later this winter, Shaare Torah will be offering mezuzot with the inscribed klaf (parchment) for any Shaare Torah member who would like one to affix on their own home. Sign up below for more information. “Hanukkah” means - [The Dreidelverse](https://www.shaaretorah.org/the-dreidelverse/) - The Dreidelverse "For in truth, the entire universe is a spinning top, which is called a dreidel. Everything moves in a circle: angels change into men and men into angels; the head becomes a foot and the foot a head. All things in the world are part of this circular motion, reborn and transformed into - [Hope & Hibernation](https://www.shaaretorah.org/hope-hibernation/) - Hope & Hibernation As we go deeper into the month of Kislev and December arrives, it is the perfect season to enhance our lighting at Shaare Torah. Crews have been on site this week changing our lights to LED ones and adding and updating outdoor lighting on our grounds. Abraham strung special, blue lights throughout - [March for Israel Reflections & Looking Forward to Hanukkah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/march-for-israel-reflections-looking-forward-to-hanukkah/) - Am Yisrael Chai! This past Tuesday, we marked Rosh Hodesh Kislev. We entered the month of the year with the coldest days and longest nights, during which we will kindle the flames of the menorah. It was an extraordinarily powerful experience to begin the new month by standing with more than 200 members of our - [Reflections from Rabbi Annie's Mission to Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/reflections-from-rabbi-annies-mission-to-israel/) - Following the horrific events of October 7th, Rabbi Annie and a cohort of American Rabbis went to Israel to support our siblings overseas and to better understand what is happening on the ground. She shared her reflections on the trip following a brief Maariv prayer service with congregants this Wednesday. Here is the presentation she - [Shabbat Shalom 10.27.23](https://www.shaaretorah.org/shabbatshalom10-27/) - This Coming Shabbat We look forward to being together soon in the embrace of Shabbat. We'll welcome Shabbat this evening with our Camp Shabbat. Join us for Kabbalat Shabbat at 6 PM. Adults and children are invited to don your best camp swag for a camp-style service. We join over 350 Conservative/Masorti congregations and institutions - [This Week's Reflections](https://www.shaaretorah.org/this-weeks-reflections/) - Our hearts are hurting. We prepare ourselves once again to bring in the light of Shabbat. Like the wicks of the havdallah candle, as we live Jewishly, our pain and our joy, our longing and our gratitude are braided together. As we join together in community to breathe and sing together, we will pray - [Bring in the Light of Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/bring-in-the-light-of-shabbat/) - We are so grateful to be in community together in this dark time. Last night, we joined with over a dozen congregations from across Montgomery County of all denominations to sing and pray together at a vigil at Har Shalom. This morning, we welcomed parents of our Early Childhood Center students who joined us for - [Sips & Dips](https://www.shaaretorah.org/sips-dips/) - Step into the magical world of the Shaare Torah Sukkah for an unforgettable evening filled with warmth, camaraderie, and delicious treats. Join us under the stars as we celebrate the joyous festival of Sukkot in our beautifully adorned sukkah, where friends and family come together to create cherished memories. - [The Immersive Joy of Sukkot & Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/the-immersive-joy-of-sukkot-shabbat/) - Thank you for your caring and kindness this week as we have been recovering from illness. On the home front, we are gearing up for a quiet beginning of the chag and, God willing, we hope to be able to spend the intermediate days of Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah together with the Shaare - [Even Small Acts Can Create Lasting Change](https://www.shaaretorah.org/even-small-acts-can-create-lasting-change/) - Rebecca Solnit’s “Hope in the Dark” is a book about finding hope in dark times. It has inspired us often over the past decade. In writing about the lasting change that activists can bring about through even small and invisible acts, she compares their work to the growth of mushrooms. Earlier this week, in the - [New Music for Shabbat & Elul: Nireh Or](https://www.shaaretorah.org/new-music-for-shabbat-elul-nireh-or/) - Shabbat Shalom, Shaare Torah! In the spirit of Erev Shabbat of Rosh Ḥodesh Elul--the start of the Hebrew month of connection and return before the New Year--I'm excited to share "Nireh Or." It is a song about connecting to the spark of our aliveness in times of darkness and uncertainty. You can stream "Nireh Or" on Bandcamp or wherever you get your music. כִּי - [Seventy Ways to Receive your Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/seventy-ways-to-receive-your-torah/) - On Shavuot, we celebrate the gift of Torah, the substance of revelation. As Rabbi Rachel Barenblat writes, "Revelation isn't just the things we learn, or realize, or recognize. It's how we allow those things to change us." According to the Midrash, on Mount Sinai, God's voice divided into seventy human languages to guarantee that everyone - [Celebrating Juneteenth & The Journey to Freedom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/celebrating-juneteenth-the-journey-to-freedom/) - Our Torah portion this week, Shlach, concludes with the commandment to affix tzitzit, fringes, on the corners of our garments. They are meant to be a reminder of our responsibility to do mitzvot. When we glance at our tzitzit, they will jog our memory so that we will always know who we are, where we have come from, and - [Celebrating Pride Month & Al Hanisim for Pride Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/celebrating-pride-month-al-hanisim-for-pride-shabbat/) - Pride Sameach! Happy Pride Month! We celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Pride Month in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan, which was a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement. When Yosef and I lived in New York City, we had the blessing of being part - [Arise Hearts of This Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/arise-hearts-of-this-day/) - As we mark Mother's Day Weekend, we celebrate and appreciate mothers and the hard and holy labor of mothering. We honor all of our different stories and emotions that rise up around mothers and motherhood. We acknowledge all of the women in our Torah who gave life to our people including Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, Leah, - [Passover Take II](https://www.shaaretorah.org/passover-take-ii/) - Pesach Sheni Sameach! Happy Second Passover! As the moon waxes full, on this one month anniversary of Pesach, the Torah and our rabbis gift us with a second chance. The Mishnah (Pesachim 9:1) teaches us: “One who was ritually impure or on a distant journey and did not observe the first Passover should observe the - [Counting Up](https://www.shaaretorah.org/counting-up/) - לִמְנוֹת יָמֵינוּ כֵּן הוֹדַע וְנָבִא לְבַב חׇכְמָה׃ Limnot yameinu, kein hoda v’navi l’vav hochmah. Teach us to treasure each day, that we may open our hearts to Your wisdom. -Psalm 90:12 In our Jewish calendar, we are now approaching the halfway mark of our ascent to Mount Sinai. We are 22 days in to our - [The Power of a Dream](https://www.shaaretorah.org/the-power-of-a-dream/) - In just a few days, we will celebrate the milestone 75th birthday of the State of Israel. This past summer, when we were in Jerusalem, we attended a powerful lecture on the Zionist Idea, given by Yehuda Kurtzer, the President of the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America. Yehuda reminded us how our gift of - [Living Memory: Worldwide Daffodil Project & Yom HaShoah Commemorations](https://www.shaaretorah.org/living-memory-worldwide-daffodil-project-yom-hashoah-commemorations/) - "How can a person...not be moved by compassion? And above all, how can anyone who remembers remain silent?" -Elie Wiesel The past few weeks, we have been moved to see the sea of yellow daffodils along the fence of our lawn at Shaare Torah, blooming for the first time and resembling Stars of David. We are - [Transforming Silence into Action](https://www.shaaretorah.org/transforming-silence-into-action/) - "Of course I am afraid, because the transformation of silence into language and action is an act of self-revelation, and that always seems fraught with danger. . ." -Audre Lorde, Sister Outsider We are commanded to remember the Exodus from Egypt by telling the story year after year, by passing it down through the generations - [Nisan Is Coming!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/nisan-is-coming/) - This Shabbat, we will announce the new month of Nisan, due to arrive Wednesday night. Nisan brings Passover, our Jewish springtime festival, marking the season of renewal and rebirth. We celebrate our ancestors’ Exodus from Egypt and commemorate the struggle for liberation–our own and that of all who yearn to be free. As the Jewish - [Choose Your Own Jewish Adventure](https://www.shaaretorah.org/choose-your-own-jewish-adventure/) - Our parsha this week details the many possibilities and pathways available to our ancestors for connecting to God amidst their travels in the wilderness. Here, in the first portion of the Book of Vayikra, the Israelites are given a menu of offerings (korbanot) to bring for different occasions including livestock, birds, grains, baked goods smeared - [My Heart is in the East](https://www.shaaretorah.org/my-heart-is-in-the-east/) - The Medieval Jewish poet, Yehuda HaLevi, wrote, “My heart is in the East, and I am in the far reaches of the West.” Israel is on my heart always, and especially these two weeks since a terrorist attack killed seven people in Jerusalem as they were leaving Kabbalat Shabbat services. My heart broke again to - [A Final Reflection from the Montgomery Mission Trip](https://www.shaaretorah.org/a-final-reflection-from-the-montgomery-mission-trip/) - Our final stop was EJI’s National Memorial for Peace and Justice. It is the nation’s first memorial dedicated to the legacy of enslaved Black people and thousands upon thousands of people terrorized by lynching. It opened to the public in the spring of 2018. It is hard to find words to describe this profoundly necessary - [The Alabama State House](https://www.shaaretorah.org/the-alabama-state-house/) - Sitting at the Atlanta airport reflecting on today’s visits… Before we left Montgomery, we went to the Alabama State House and met with Representative Christopher England and clerk and powerhouse, Evonne Jackson. Evonne grew up in Chicago and went to ASU. She got into political life in Alabama because of her grandparents. They were from - [It is because of what the LORD did for me when I went free from Egypt](https://www.shaaretorah.org/it-is-because-of-what-the-lord-did-for-me-when-i-went-free-from-egypt/) - Jewish Federation’s Rabbinic and communal Leaders Mission visit Harris House in Montgomery, AL, the Safe House for the Freedom Riders during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. Exodus 13:8 “And you shall explain to your child on that day, ‘It is because of what the LORD did for me when I went free from - [Listen - your brother’s blood cries out from the earth…](https://www.shaaretorah.org/listen-your-brothers-blood-cries-out-from-the-earth/) - “Listen - your brother’s blood cries out from the earth…” Gen 4:10 ק֚וֹל דְּמֵ֣י אָחִ֔יךָ צֹעֲקִ֥ים אֵלַ֖י מִן־הָֽאֲדָמָֽה׃ Waking up in Central Time in Montgomery, I am reflecting on yesterday’s visit to EJI’s Legacy Museum: From Enslavement to Mass Incarceration. The museum is situated on the site of a warehouse where Black people were forced - [God is close to all who call out, to all who call out in truth](https://www.shaaretorah.org/god-is-close-to-all-who-call-out-to-all-who-call-out-in-truth/) - “God is close to all who call out, to all who call out in truth” - Psalms 145 Grateful to be on this journey. On Monday, our group of rabbis and communal leaders from the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, spent the day in Montgomery. We visited the Rosa Parks Museum. I was moved to - [We Will All Go!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/we-will-all-go/) - These winter weeks, in our Torah, we read the story of our people’s liberation from Egypt; the triumphs and setbacks, the twists and turns. This Shabbat, in Parashat Bo, after many asks of “let our people go,” surrounded by swarms of locust, the frozen-hearted Pharaoh calls Moses and Aaron back to the palace. He says to - [Practice & Plasticity](https://www.shaaretorah.org/practice-plasticity/) - In the Talmud, Rabbi Yossi imagines that every Friday evening, two ministering angels accompany a person home from shul, a good angel and an evil angel. When the entourage comes through the door and things are in Shabbat mode, with candles glowing and peace in the air, the good angel exclaims, “May it be like - [Hineni! I am Here.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/hineni-i-am-here/) - This week in the Torah, in Parashat Shemot, we learn about God’s revelation to Moses at the burning bush. Moses is in Midian, looking after the sheep of his father-in-law. Something out of the ordinary catches his eye; there is a bush on fire, but the branches are not burning up. He says, “I will turn - [Be a Lamplighter!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/be-a-lamplighter/) - Rabbi Annie delivers remarks at the Kentlands Menorah and Tree Lighting. Many thanks to our Gaithersburg City and Kentlands community partners for organizing this amazing event on December 7th, 2022. Shaare Torah was proud to be a sponsor for this event and is looking forward to participating again next year! - [Healing in the Family & A Prayer for Our Country](https://www.shaaretorah.org/healing-in-the-family-a-prayer-for-our-country/) - Tomorrow’s Torah reading marks the end of the era of our founding patriarchs and matriarchs. The opening verses announce Jacob’s death, yet the Parshah is known by the first word Vayechi, meaning, “and he lived.” Our Torah describes how Jacob strives for his legacy to live on through future generations by giving blessings to his children and to his - [Let it Glow: Sharing our Light with the World](https://www.shaaretorah.org/let-it-glow-sharing-our-light-with-the-world/) - On Tuesday afternoon, aromas of sizzling cauliflower pancakes and lemon olive oil cookies filled the halls of Shaare Torah. As our Jewish Culture Club gathered for a cooking demo, my tummy rumbled with excitement; Hanukkah is in the air! This afternoon, I am headed to Leisure World to celebrate Hanukkah with our community members there. During - [Remembering Yitzchak Rabin in the Wake of Israel’s Elections](https://www.shaaretorah.org/remembering-rabin-elections/) - Our hearts are in Israel today, as we remember the late Prime Minister, Yitzhak Rabin. We hope you will join our Shaliach, Abraham Belilty, for a program Sunday evening in memory of Rabin. On this day thirty-seven years ago, American Jews joined a shocked nation of Israelis in mourning the loss of Israel’s Prime Minister, - [L'Dor Va'Dor - Generation to Generation](https://www.shaaretorah.org/ldor-vador-generation-to-generation/) - Our parsha, Chayei Sarah, opens with the death of our matriarch, Sarah, and tells the story of Abraham’s commitment to keep the generations of his family connected. Abraham secures a burial place for his beloved Sarah so that her legacy will carry forward. He then sends his servant Eliezer on a mission back to Abraham’s childhood - [Seeing Your Face is like Seeing the Face of God](https://www.shaaretorah.org/seeing-your-face-is-like-seeing-the-face-of-god/) - In the Mishnah in Tractate Sanhedrin, our rabbis teach that each human being is an entire world. Each human being is an entire world unto themselves AND all human beings share a common ancestor - Adam HaRishon, the very first human being. Because we all emerged from the same root, one person cannot say to another - my - [Responding to Recent Incidents of Antisemitic Rhetoric](https://www.shaaretorah.org/test-blog-post/) - The past few weeks have also seen the unsettling incidents of figures in popular culture recklessly using their massive platforms to lift up reckless antisemitic ideas.We were encouraged by reflections from our colleague Rabbi Sharon Brous on Kanye West, followed by the flying of a banner over the LA Freeway stating that “Kanye is right about the Jews.”In her - [Prayers for Our Veterans](https://www.shaaretorah.org/prayers-for-our-veterans/) - Prayer for Veterans Dayby Aliza BergerRibono shel olam (Master of the Universe),We who have dedicated our lives to protecting this great country,who have used our strength and our wisdom to safeguard the ideals of freedom and democracy,we ask for Your presence now. Watch over us, guide us, teach us, and inspire us. Remind us that we are - [Jacob in Flight & at Rest](https://www.shaaretorah.org/jacob-in-flight-at-rest/) - In our parsha, Vayetzei, Jacob sets out from Beer Sheva to Haran. As the sun goes down, he pauses his travels for the night. He lays his head against a stone and has a life-changing dream. He sees a ladder set on the ground and extending to the sky. Angels, Divine messengers, are going up and down ## Pages - [Home](https://www.shaaretorah.org/) - Shaare Torah is a welcoming, vibrant Conservative synagogue community in suburban Gaithersburg, Maryland. - [Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/israel/) - At Shaare Torah, our commitment to Israel is more than just part of our curriculum – it is central to our identity. From our Early Childhood Center to our Religious School and Adult Programming, we strive to ensure that our community members understand, appreciate, and engage with the story of Israel. Through programs, missions, and - [30th Anniversary Celebration - Copy](https://www.shaaretorah.org/30th-anniversary-celebration-copy/) - Celebrate Our 30th Anniverary With Us Donate Now Support Our Year of Celebration 30th Anniversary Kickoff Events Schedule Shaare Torah Turns 30! Join us for a year of activities and celebrations in honor of our 30th Anniversary We kicked off the year long celebration with a celebratory Shabbat Friday, January 30 – Saturday, January 31 - [High Holidays 5787](https://www.shaaretorah.org/worship/hhd5787/) - Register Now for High Holidays 5787 Greetings from Rabbi David The High Holidays arrive each year with a simple but profound invitation: to pause.In a world that moves quickly and demands our constant attention, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur create sacred space to reflect, reconnect, and renew. They call us to consider where we have - [Join Our Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/worship/join-our-services/) - Guidelines for Joining Us In PersonOur Shabbat morning services begin at 9:30 AM and you are welcome to join us at any time.Please access the building via the parking lot.Please stay home if you are feeling ill and join us online using YouTube.Wearing a mask is optional while in the building.Kippot (head coverings) and Tallitot - [Mission & Vision](https://www.shaaretorah.org/about-us/mission-vision/) - Who We AreShaare Torah is a vibrant, open-hearted, joyful and multi-generational synagogue community where you are welcome as you are. We learn, pray, play, pursue justice and find inspiration as we grow Jewishly together.Our MissionAt Shaare Torah, we strive to be a Jewish community of belonging, equity and inclusion, where we care for one another, - [Nesiyah at Shaare Torah Religious School](https://www.shaaretorah.org/learning/nesiyah/) - Welcome to Nesiyah at Shaare Torah! Welcome to Nesiyah at Shaare Torah, our Pre-K-7th grade religious school experience! Welcome to Nesiyah, our journey together at Shaare Torah Religious School! Nesiyah means journey, and this year we’ll walk it together through learning, community building, and identity formation.We’re excited for a year full of highlights: all-school Havdalah - [Early Childhood Programming](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/early-childhood-programming/) - What’s New at Shaare Torah for Families with Children 5 and Under Hello Parents,I’m excited to share with you what’s new at Shaare Torah for families with children 5 and under. First off, in case we haven’t met, my name is Allison Colker and my role at Shaare Torah is two-fold: I direct our early - [When Is STECC?](https://www.shaaretorah.org/learning/early-childhood-center-stecc/schedules/) - STECC 2026-2027 CalendarA day at STECC includes: Exploration and Activities 7-9:15amMorning MeetingCentersSnackOutside TimeLunchNap – Toddlers and 2sRest – 3s and Pre-KCenters – 3s and Pre-KSnackOutside TimeClosing MeetingExploration and Activities 4-6pmA week at STECC includes:Havdallah on Monday mornings with Morah AllisonMovement Class on Tuesday mornings with Morah JaniceHebrew Class on Wednesday mornings with Moreh YismawShabbat Sing and Taste of Shabbat on - [Technology Help Page](https://www.shaaretorah.org/caring/technology-help-page/) - Resources for Using Virtual Meeting Technology Need to brush up on how to use the different technological platforms? You’re in the right place! Below are some helpful links to get started. Getting Started with Zoom Video Calling: Video tutorials Written instructions for Zoom Download the Zoom app to your computer or device. Google Hangouts manual Google Calendar - [Book Club](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/adult-groups/book-club/) - The Shaare Torah Jewish Book Club, which reads books of Jewish interest, meets nine times per year. We create the annual reading list through member input. Our goal is to read varied voices writing in different places and different times around the world. Our eclectic selection includes books that challenge, entertain, and educate us. Discussions - [Our Staff](https://www.shaaretorah.org/about-us/our-staff/) - Executive Director Matthew Ozielmoziel@shaaretorah.orgMatt joined the Shaare Torah community as its first Executive Director in May of 2015. Matt wears “many kippahs” and sits on most committees. Shaare Torah is committed to empowering its members to connect to one another and create positive experiences. Finding ways to support this mission while driving intentional, organizational change - [Adult Education](https://www.shaaretorah.org/learning/adult-education/) - Helping every person connected to our community continually learn and grow in Jewish knowledge and commitment is a key part of our mission at Shaare Torah. Our offerings include: Weekly interactive Torah study as part of Shabbat morning services (generally around 10:30 AM) Fall and Spring classes. In the past, this has included curricula from the - [Joining Our Community](https://www.shaaretorah.org/new-here/joining-our-community/) - Thank you for your interest in our synagogue. To formally join Shaare Torah, you can download the 2026-2027 Shaare Torah Community Application. You may also choose to contact our front office at 301-869-9842 x114, or our Membership Chair. You’ll notice that we did not say “membership application.” For many people, the term “membership” connotes a transaction, - [Forms & Policies](https://www.shaaretorah.org/about-us/forms-policies/) - Print Forms: Bylaws Approved September 2024 Shaare Torah Membership Application 2026-2027 Kashrut Policy (Revised 2014) Chart of Acceptable "Kosher Symbols" Alcohol Policy B'nai Mitzvah Policy Interim Security Policy Spring 2019 Life Cycle Policies Policy of Privacy of Membership Data Shabbat and Holiday Policies Shabbat and Holiday Policy Regarding Use of Musical Instruments Torah Honors Policy - [Summer 2026 Shenanigans](https://www.shaaretorah.org/summer2026/) - Shaare Torah's Summer Shenanigans!We Hope You'll Join Us For Some or All of These Programs Join us after each Shabbat for a specially themed Kiddush. This year’s theme is Jews in Sports, and each weekend will focus on a different sport and contributions of Jews in their sport.Weekly from June 20 – August 22 Celebrate - [Social Justice](https://www.shaaretorah.org/caring/social-justice/) - Shaare Torah’s Social Justice Mission Led by the Jewish value of tzedek - justice - as our guiding principle, our mission is to raise the Shaare Torah community's knowledge of social and racial injustice issues in our region and beyond; educate ourselves on how to combat systemic racism; and ensure our community is a truly - [Teen Engagement](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/teen-engagement/) - Want to stay in touch with us? please fill out this form so we know you're interested! Finding ways to have our teens continue with a connection to Jewish life post Gil Mitzvah is a high priority at Shaare Torah. Over the years we have thought creatively about different ways to allow for connection within the synagogue - [Learning](https://www.shaaretorah.org/learning/) - The Talmud says, "The world rests on three things: the study of Torah, worship, and acts of kindness." Torah study and, more broadly, Jewish education, is a key commitment at Shaare Torah. Our motto is, "Learn it to Live It" -- we believe that Judaism isn't just a theory, but a set of lived experiences. - [Lay Leadership](https://www.shaaretorah.org/about-us/lay-leadership/) - Board of Trustees Mission StatementThe Board of Trustees of Shaare Torah (“the board”) ensures implementation of the synagogue’s 2020 vision. The Board engages its member families, while nurturing the physical, financial and spiritual aspects of our congregation. The Board builds a strong Jewish community through shared responsibility and sustainable relevance. The Board measures success by - [What Is STECC?](https://www.shaaretorah.org/learning/early-childhood-center-stecc/what-is-stecc/) - Shaare Torah Early Childhood Center provides an engaging environment to develop a love of learning and prepare your child for formal education. Our Goals Are to: Provoke curiosity and encourage creative and critical thinking Provide learning through inquiry-based play, and in-depth exploration Foster strong collaborative skills as well as independence and self-confidence Tie all learning - [Pesach 5786](https://www.shaaretorah.org/home/pesach-5786/) - Pesach at Shaare TorahJoin us for a meaningful celebration filled with tradition, community, and spiritual reflection. Chametz Sale: Click here to sell your chametz online.Click here to register for the service and siyyum.8:30 – 9:00 AM | Morning Service9:00 – 9:15 AM | Siyyum9:15 – 9:45 AM | Breakfast10:00 – 11:00 AM | Chametz Burning #111:00 AM - [Mitzvah Day 2026](https://www.shaaretorah.org/caring/mitzvahday2026/) - Shaare Torah Mitzvah Day 2026!Sunday, March 22, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PMPlease Support Our Collections Today!Please note: For your convenience, we have created Amazon Wish Lists below to make donating easy and accessible. The wish list items will be sent directly to Shaare Torah. Please consider supporting Mitzvah Day in this way!-> MoCo Tree House Emergency Therapy Toolkits: - [30th Anniversary Kickoff](https://www.shaaretorah.org/30th-anniversary-kickoff/) - [Purim 5786](https://www.shaaretorah.org/purim5786/) - Mishloach Manot, or Shalach Manos as they are also called, are gifts of food given to family, friends and community members. It is one of the Mitzvot of Purim! Your generous support of this Social Action Committee fundraiser, enables us to make donations as a congregation to a wide variety of programs. Each member family - [Shaare Torah's 30th Anniversary](https://www.shaaretorah.org/about-us/shaare-torahs-30th-anniversary/) - Shaare Torah Turns 30! Kickoff and Installation WeekendFriday, January 30th – Sunday, February 1st We’re excited to embark on a year long celebration! We are kicking off Shaare Torah’s 30th Anniversary Year with special, community-wide celebration and the official installation of Rabbi David Helfand as our new spiritual leader. Come celebrate with Shaare Torah in a weekend filled with - [30th Anniversary Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/anniversary/) - Celebrate Our 30th Anniverary With Us Donate Now Celebrate With Us 30th Anniversary Kickoff Events Schedule Learn More Shaare Torah Turns 30! Join us for a year of activities and celebrations in honor of our 30th Anniversary We kick off the year long celebration with the Installation of Rabbi David B. Helfand on Friday, January - [Social Action](https://www.shaaretorah.org/caring/social-action/) - Shaare Torah's Social Action Committee engages the congregation in acts of Tikkum Olam (repairing the world) in order to address economic and social needs in our local community, Israel, and the world at large. We encourage the Shaare Torah community to participate in meaningful activities to improve our society and help the most vulnerable members of our community. Each one of - [Chesed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/caring/hesed/) - Shaare Torah has always been a community that values caring and connecting as core pillars of our identity. We need one another now more than ever! Chesed (Hebrew for loving-kindness) is a group of committed congregants who support our community members in times of joy or sadness and everything in between. Whether you or someone - [Caring](https://www.shaaretorah.org/caring/) - Shaare Torah is a caring community. Through Chesed, we care for those in need in our congregation. Through Social Action and Social Justice, we care for others. Through our Green Team, we care for the earth and all its creatures. All are invited to care for one another through acts of lovingkindness, both large and - [Environmental Action](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/environmental-action/) - Environmental Action Committee - Green Team The Green Team is Shaare Torah’s environmental action committee. Its purpose is to help Shaare Torah use sustainable practices in all aspects of synagogue life. In addition, this committee seeks to help Shaare Torah members, as well as members of the larger community, improve their care for the environment in their homes and - [Men's Club](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/adult-groups/mens-club/) - Mission Statement The Men's Club of Shaare Torah is dedicated to involving men of all ages in Jewish life through social, religious, and service activities. The Shaare Torah Men’s Club is affiliated with the Federation of Jewish Men’s Club (FJMC), a group of over 270 clubs with over 25,000 members in Conservative synagogues in countries - [Connecting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/) - As part of our mission to be a community of belonging and create experiences that deepen relationships for our members and the community, Shaare Torah hosts a number of groups designed to meet our participants in whatever stage of life you are experiencing. At Shaare Torah, we strive to engage everyone from families with young - [Lifecycle Events](https://www.shaaretorah.org/worship/lifecycle-events/) - Celebrating milestones is an important part of synagogue life, and at Shaare Torah, we find joy along with every individual and family. We are also here to sit with you in moments of transition, loss, and uncertainty, bringing the comfort of community as you cope with the ups and downs of life. Baby Namings/Brit Milah - [Shabbat Experience](https://www.shaaretorah.org/worship/shabbat-experience/) - Friday Evening At Shaare Torah, we have several different modes for welcoming Shabbat. Kabbalat Shabbat occurs monthly on the 2nd Friday of each month. We sponsor Eat.Pray.Sing a Friday evening program in members’ homes featuring an interactive service, pot-luck dinner, and singing. Our religious school sponsors services and dinners several times during the year, which - [Worship](https://www.shaaretorah.org/worship/) - Worship Dynamic, meaningful, creative, and inspiring celebrations and ritual experiences are a key component of our synagogue life. We seek to infuse joy in our Shabbat and Holiday celebrations. While we maintain close ties to the tradition, we are always looking for new ways to experience Jewish life. Our community is highly experiential and participatory. - [Next Steps](https://www.shaaretorah.org/learning/early-childhood-center-stecc/inquire-tour-enroll/) - For Questions or to Schedule a Tour, contact Allison Colker, Director of Early Childhood Education and Engagement. Apply for Enrollment (available 1/3/2023) Forms 2025-2026 STECC Registration Packet 2025-2026 STECC Tuition Agreement Annual forms for all students (current, returning, and new): MSDE OCC Health Inventory Up-to-date vaccination schedule MSDE OCC Emergency Form STECC/STK Parent Handbook Receipt - [Our History](https://www.shaaretorah.org/about-us/our-history/) - From the late 1980’s into the 1990’s, the Quince Orchard area of Montgomery County was a fast growing suburb. With its attractive rural setting and good schools, this area became a magnet for young Jewish families. In 1994, an early attempt to form a Jewish worship community faded away, owing to lack of unity on - [About Us](https://www.shaaretorah.org/about-us/) - “Let your soul, in its fullness, give praise!” – Psalms 150We believe each human being is created in the image of the Divine. Our Shaare Torah community is home to Jews and family members of different racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. We celebrate community members of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Our households - [Finding Us](https://www.shaaretorah.org/new-here/finding-us/) - Getting to our building:From I-270 take exit 6B, Route 28 West/West Montgomery Avenue.Proceed approximately 5 miles following signs for Route 28 West (West Montgomery Avenue becomes Key West Avenue and then Darnestown Road).Pass the light at Muddy Branch Road.Make a right at the next light onto Main Street.Follow Main Street until the synagogue on your - [Visitor Information](https://www.shaaretorah.org/new-here/visitor-information/) - We can't wait to see you! Whether you are visiting us to celebrate a life cycle event (bar or bat mitzvah, upcoming wedding, or baby naming), want to enjoy a Shabbat experience, or just wish to drop by during the week for a program or to meet our staff, we welcome you. Visiting on Shabbat - [Shaare Torah Sha'arim Group](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/adult-groups/shaarim/) - About the Sha’arim GroupUnder Construction!Upcoming EventsUnder Construction Purchase Kosher wine and support Shaare Torah - [Meet Our Rabbi](https://www.shaaretorah.org/about-us/meet-our-rabbi/) - Rabbi David Helfand is a master community builder, a passionate experiential educator, and a gifted storyteller. Rabbi David comes to Shaare Torah from the Shearith Israel community in Atlanta, GA where he served as the Engagement Rabbi. In this role, he fostered vibrant connections across all ages and stages of Jewish life. Rabbi David was - [Safety & Security Committee](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/safety-security-committee/) - Over the past five months the Safety & Security Committee has been actively working with our federal, state, and local partners to strengthen the safety and security of our congregation. An important aspect of our safety and security planning involves training our Shaare Torah community. Since the beginning of 2023 we have been expanding these training opportunities to all members of the Shaare Torah community.In partnership with the Jewish Federation - [Shaare Torah Jewish Culture Chavurah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/adult-groups/shaare-torah-jewish-culture-chavurah/) - About the Shaare Torah Jewish Culture ChavurahWe are culture lovers who are exploring together our understanding of Jewish culture and making new friends in the process. We bring guest speakers to our building and take day trips in the DC/MD area, with some events in the evening and some during the day. The events for - [Shavuot 5785](https://www.shaaretorah.org/shavuot-5785/) - Click here to register REGISTER BY THURSDAY, MAY 29 SHAVUOT 5785 AT SHAARE TORAH8:00 PM – 11:30 PMJoin us for a night of inspiring Jewish learning!The theme for this year is: Jewish Ways and Words to Cope in Times of Stress, Anxiety, Loss, and/or ChaosSchedule for the Evening8:00 PM – Erev Shavuot Evening Services8:20 PM – - [Pesach 5785](https://www.shaaretorah.org/passover-5785/) - Pesach at Shaare Torah Join us for a meaningful celebration filled with tradition, community, and spiritual reflection. Chametz Sale During Passover, it is technically forbidden to have any chametz, or leaven, in our possession. Because we cannot finish it all, and it is improper to destroy usable food, the rabbis provided for a symbolic sale of all - [Resources for Federal Employees](https://www.shaaretorah.org/resources-for-federal-employees/) - Support for Federal Employees Shaare Torah is here for you with open arms and open hearts. If you need support, please reach out—we are a community built on chesed and togetherness. You are never alone. Here is a current list of resources we are sharing with the community. We will be updating this as more - [Purim 5785](https://www.shaaretorah.org/purim-5785/) - 🎭 Purim at Shaare Torah 5785! 🎉Get ready for an exciting Purim filled with celebration, laughter, and community fun!📜 Purim Night – Thursday, March 13Join us for an evening of tradition and joy!🕢 7:30 PM – Ma’ariv🕗 7:47 PM – Megillah Reading📍 Shaare TorahCome in costume, bring your ruach, and let’s make this a Purim to remember! Join - [Adult Groups](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/adult-groups/) - Shaare Torah is excited to offer so many different auxiliary groups for our community to participate and connect. Men’s Club, Tuesday Learning Group, Jewish Culture Chavurah, Chai Dynamics, and more! Please Check out our calendar for all the upcoming opportunities, and reach out with any new ideas for groups or programming! - [Sacred Grounds](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/environmental-action/sacred-grounds/) - National Wildlife Federation Sacred Grounds Program Take the Pledge Many congregants of Shaare Torah find joy, peace, and inspiration outdoors. By planting native plants, we can take part in protecting the earth. The Sacred Grounds program invites us to learn from experts about creating a wildlife habitat and protecting our local streams (or other natural - [Pesach 5784: April 22nd thru April 30th](https://www.shaaretorah.org/home/pesach-5784/) - Welcome to Shaare Torah! Celebrate Passover with us. Join us in celebrating, and fulfilling the Mitzvot of Passover, with community and in your homes. Sell Your Chametz Here Ritual & Service Times Passover begins 7:23 pm On April 22nd Passover ends 8:45 pm on April 30th Monday, April 22nd Ta'anit Bechorot & Siyyum 8:00 - 9:00 - [Shaare Torah Interim Rabbi Search 2024](https://www.shaaretorah.org/shaare-torah-interim-rabbi-search-2024/) - April 4, 2024The Interim Rabbi Search Team has been actively pursuing candidates for Shaare Torah since March 15, 2024. Since that time, the team has posted the job description on multiple sites both within the Conservative Masorti Movement as well as outside (with the understanding that any new hire would follow our halachic regulations). We have - [Early Childhood Center (STECC)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/learning/early-childhood-center-stecc/) - What Is STECC? Who Is STECC? Why STECC? When Is STECC? Next Steps FAQs - [FAQs](https://www.shaaretorah.org/learning/early-childhood-center-stecc/faqs/) - Do you provide lunch? No. You provide lunch. Lunches must be nut-free and dairy or pareve (no meat or shellfish). We refrigerate lunches. We do not heat lunches. You can send warm food in an insulated thermos that we will keep out of the refrigerator. What do you serve for snack? We provide morning and - [Join Our Email List](https://www.shaaretorah.org/join-our-email-list/) - [Chai Dynamics (Jewish A Capella Group)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/connecting/adult-groups/chai-dynamics-jewish-a-capella-group/) - Chai Dynamics is a fast rising Jewish a cappella group from Montgomery County Maryland. Formed in 2009 at Shaare Torah, we bring the energetic and popular style of collegiate singing to our community. All songs are performed without any instrumental accompaniment. We use multi-part harmonies and intricate arrangements to create a rich sound using only - [Calendar](https://www.shaaretorah.org/calendar/) - CONTENTS - [New Here?](https://www.shaaretorah.org/new-here/) - [Why STECC?](https://www.shaaretorah.org/learning/early-childhood-center-stecc/why-stecc/) - Hear from our children and parents: “There is a reason why my three kids have been progressively enrolled at Shaare Torah since 2017. Above anything, I love the values they teach our children, the school is truly a community. The teachers are dedicated to their students and we have a very passionate director who runs ## Landing Pages - [Purim 5785](https://www.shaaretorah.org/elementor-landing-page-12241/) - 🎭 Purim at Shaare Torah 5785! 🎉Get ready for an exciting Purim filled with celebration, laughter, and community fun!📜 Purim Night – March 13Join us for an evening of tradition and joy!🕢 7:30 PM – Ma’ariv🕗 7:47 PM – Megillah Reading📍 Shaare TorahCome in costume, bring your ruach, and let’s make this a Purim to - [Hanukkah 5784](https://www.shaaretorah.org/hanukkah-5784/) - Community Wide Celebrations Wednesday, December 6thKentlands Menorah Lighting (pre-Hanukkah) 6:00 PMKentlands Market SquareFriday, December 8Ruach in the Round & Community Shabbat Dinner 6:00 PMJoin us for a spirited Kabbalat Shabbat service followed by a festive dinner including latkes and libations. Please register here for dinner: https://shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/event/hanukkah5784Sunday, December 10Hanukkah Mitzvahkah: Nesiyah Hanukkah Celebration – 10:30 am -12:00 ## Venues - [Germantown SoccerPlex](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/germantown-soccerplex/) - [Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Kentlands Ward](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-kentlands-ward/) - [Mayan Monkey Brewing Co.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/mayan-monkey-brewing-co/) - [Kentlands Market Square](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/kentlands-market-square/) - [Jewish Federation of Greater Washington](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/jewish-federation-of-greater-washington/) - [Gan Hazikaron Memorial Park](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/gan-hazikaron-memorial-park/) - [Dairy Mooseum](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/dairy-mooseum/) - [Kennedy Center](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/kennedy-center/) - [Tikvat Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/tikvat-israel/) - [grape escape kentlands](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/grape-escape-kentlands/) - [City State Brewing Company](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/city-state-brewing-company/) - [Capitol Jewish Museum](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/capitol-jewish-museum/) - [Adas Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/adas-israel/) - [Lakelands Park Middle School](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/lakelands-park-middle-school/) - [Har Shalom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/har-shalom/) - [Prince of Peace Lutheran Church](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/prince-of-peace-lutheran-church/) - [Bender JCC](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/bender-jcc/) - [Zoom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/zoom/) - [Cooper's Hawk Winery](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/coopers-hawk-winery/) - [Java Nation](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/java-nation/) - [Landmade Brewing](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/landmade-brewing/) - [TBD](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/tbd/) - [Shaliach Apartment](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/shaliach-apartment/) - [RIO Lakefront](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/rio-lakefront/) - [Leisure World Clubhouse](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/leisure-world-clubhouse/) - [Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/venue/shaare-torah/) ## Organizers - [Har Shalom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/organizer/har-shalom/) - [JCRC](https://www.shaaretorah.org/organizer/jcrc/) - [Tikvat Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/organizer/tikvat-israel/) - [The Jewish Studio](https://www.shaaretorah.org/organizer/the-jewish-studio/) - [BBYO Northern Region East, DC Council](https://www.shaaretorah.org/organizer/bbyo/) - [STECC/K](https://www.shaaretorah.org/organizer/stecc-k/) - [Shaare Torah Jewish Culture Chavurah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/organizer/shaare-torah-jewish-culture-chavurah/) - [Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/organizer/shaare-torah/) ## Events - [Minyan on Demand [Withnell]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-11/) - [Men's Club Pool Event w/ Yismaw](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mens-club-pool-event-w-yismaw/) - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-6/) - Join Shaare Torah for an evening of ruach and prayer. - [First Book Meeting - Book Club](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/first-book-meeting-book-club/) - Meet with the ST Book Club to discuss the first book of the year! - [Back to Shul Barbecue Dinner](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/back-to-shul-barbecue-dinner/) - Team trivia, lawn games, connection fair with Nesiyah staff and madrichim, and of course a grillin' good time! Register to reserve your spot now! - [Elevate into Elul](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/elevate-into-elul/2026-08-09/) - Prepare your heart, mind, and spirit for the High Holidays through learning, reflection, soulful singing, and meaningful conversation. Together, we’ll explore the themes of the season, learn the melodies that will accompany us through the Days of Awe, and enter Elul with greater intention and purpose. Sunday August 9 from 4pm-5:30pm Tuesday September 1 from - [Minyan on Demand [Kirschenbaum]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-kirschenbaum-4/) - [Minyan on Demand [Ginsberg]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-ginsberg/) - [Minyan on Demand [Schloss]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-schloss-6/) - [Minyan on Demand [Kirschenbaum]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-kirschenbaum-3/) - [Kabbalat Shabbat Chinese Food Edition!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-chinese-food-edition/) - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-5/) - [ECC Chanukah Party](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ecc-chanukah-party/) - [Ruach in the Round](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ruach-in-the-round-4/) - [Sigd Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sigd-celebration/) - [Kabbalat Shabbat w/ Scholar in Residence](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-w-scholar-in-residence/) - [Havdalah-ween](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-ween/) - Celebrate the closing of Shabbat with Halloween flair at Rabbi David's house! - [Eat, Pray, Sing](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/eat-pray-sing-2/) - [Shabbat Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-16/2025-07-05/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-21/2026-08-12/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-15/2026-08-03/) - [Kabbalat Shabbat with Oneg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-with-oneg-3/) - [Pop Up Picnic Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pop-up-picnic-shabbat/) - [Pop Up Picnic Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/picnicshabbat/) - [Erev Tisha B'Av](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erevtishabav5786/) - Join us for an evening of community, reflection, and sacred ritual. We’ll begin with a light pre-fast meal. Rabbi David will guide us in thoughtful learning to help frame the themes of Tisha B’Av, leading into our evening service and the poignant chanting of Eikha (Lamentations). Registration for dinner and services are open now. Donations towards - [Tisha B'Av](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tishabav5786/) - [Minyan on Demand [Geller]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-geller-3/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-20/) - [Kabbalat Shabbat & Oneg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabshabhappyhour/) - Join us for Happy Hour from 5:30 - 6:00 PM followed by Kabbalat Shabbat - [Sukkot 5787](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-5787/) - [Yom Kippur 5787](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-kippur-5787/) - [Kol Nidre 5787](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kol-nidre-5787/) - [Rosh Hashanah 5787](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-hashanah-5787/) - [10th Annual Interfaith 5K](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/10th-annual-interfaith-5k/) - [Minyan on Demand [Withnell]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-10/) - [Juneteenth - Shaare Torah Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-4/) - [Pride Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pride-shabbat/) - [Kabbalat Shabbat with Oneg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-with-oneg-2/) - [4th of July - Picnic Shabbat Kiddush](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/4th-of-july-picnic-shabbat-kiddush/) - [Popsicle Pop Up 2026](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/popsiclepopup/2026-06-24/) - [Juneteenth Interfaith Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-interfaith-celebration/) - [STAR Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/star-shabbat-2-2-3/) - [Shiva for Arnold Jay Neuburger z"l](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shiva-for-arnold-jay-neuburger-zl-2/) - Shiva gathering at 7:00 PM with minyan at 7:30 PM Click here to join via Zoom - [Shiva for Arnold Jay Neuburger z"l](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shiva-for-arnold-jay-neuburger-zl/) - Shiva gathering at 7:00 PM with minyan at 7:30 PM Click here to join via Zoom - [Shabbat Morning Services - Men's Club Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-16-3/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting [in person at Shaare Torah]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-in-person-at-shaare-torah/) - [Shaare Torah Jewish Culture Chavurah - Deli Dinner & Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-jewish-culture-chavurah-deli-dinner-kabbalat-shabbat/) - Click here to register - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-19/) - [Summer Send-Off Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/summer-send-off-celebration/) - Kick off summer with Shaare Torah with an afternoon filled with family fun! Join us for inflatables, Rita's Italian Ice, lawn games and more. Bring your friends, bring your sunscreen, and get ready for an afternoon of fun on the lawn! - [Minyan on Demand [Withnell]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-9/) - [Annual Congregational Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/annual-congregational-meeting-2/) - This meeting will be held in person at Shaare Torah with the option to join via Zoom. CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING VIRTUALLY - [Graduation Kiddush Following Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/graduation-kiddush-following-services/) - [Rockville Pride - Visit the Shaare Torah Booth!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rockville-pride-visit-the-shaare-torah-booth/) - [Independence Day (observed)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-observed-†-3/) - [Join Us for Jewish Heritage Night at Camden Yards](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/join-us-for-jewish-heritage-night-at-camden-yards/) - Click here to purchase your tickets - [Jewish Community Day at Nationals Park](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/jewish-community-day-at-nationals-park/) - The Nationals and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington invite members of local Jewish synagogues and organizations to join us for Jewish Community Day. Special ticket buyers will receive a Jewish Community Day hat. Click here for more info. - [Pre-Annual Meeting Info Session (2 of 2)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pre-annual-meeting-info-session-2-of-2/) - Click here to join the Zoom call - [Pre-Annual Meeting Info Session (1 of 2)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pre-annual-meeting-info-session-1-of-2/) - Click here to join the Zoom call - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-14/) - [Erev Shavuot Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-shavuot-celebration/) - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 5:00 - 6:00 PM - Family Ice Cream Social 7:00 - 8:00 PM - Dinner (registration coming soon) 8:00 - 11:00 PM - Erev Shavuot Service and Tikkun Leil Shavuot Learning Sessions - [Shavuot Day #2 Morning Services with Yizkor](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-day-2-morning-services-with-yizkor/) - [Shavuot Day #1 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-day-1-morning-services-2/) - [Minyan on Demand [Solomon]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-solomon-5/) - [Ruach in the Round - Musical Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ruach-in-the-round-musical-kabbalat-shabbat/) - [Erev Shavuot Family Ice Cream Social](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-shavuot-family-ice-cream-social/) - [Mental Health Awareness Month Kickoff Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mental-health-awareness-month-kickoff-shabbat/) - Sponsored by the Inclusion Committee - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-18/) - [4th Annual STECC Chik Chak Shabbat International Potluck Picnic](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chik-chak-shabbat-2/) - Please RSVP for the 4th Annual STECC Chik Chak Shabbat international potluck picnic on Saturday, May 16th at 5-7pm. We will gather in the APR for a global Shabbat Sing then go outside to the Shaare Torah lawn for a potluck picnic Seudah Shlishit* and field games. Please bring a dish to share from your family's - [Yom Ha'Atzmaut 5786 Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-haatzmaut-celebration-3/) - Click here to register - [Gil Mitzvah Family Night](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/gil-mitzvah-family-night/) - Click here to register - [Yom HaShoah 5786 Commemoration Event - IN PERSON AND STREAMING](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-hashoah-5786-commemoration-event/) - Click here to register. Click here to stream the event. Our congregant, Stefanie Draisen, is a grandchild of Holocaust Survivors. The Stephen Spielberg Shoah Foundation interviewed both her grandmother and grandfather in 1998. Stefanie asked her mother, Mrs. Elaine Petersile Shapow, to be our guest presenter this year at our synagogue’s annual International Holocaust Remembrance - [Shaarim Potluck Shabbat Dinner with Presentation on Ethiopian Jewry](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaarim-potluck-shabbat-dinner-with-presentation-on-ethiopian-jewry/) - [Minyan on Demand [Prigal]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-prigal-2/) - [Israeli Film Screening: Live and Become](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israeli-film-screening-live-and-become/) - Click here to register - [Truck Day 2026](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/truck-day-2026/) - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-shabbat-3/) - Join Morah Allison Colker for our monthly Tot Shabbat gathering! Please come and bring a friend! It’s a casual gathering for families with children 5 and under. We sing songs and prayers, read a Shabbat book, and have grape juice and challah. Families often stay and play on the STECC playground afterward. It’s a great - [April Niggun Circle with Maagal Maryland](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/april-niggun-circle-with-maagal-maryland/) - Click here to register - [Kabbalat Shabbat & Oneg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-oneg-3/) - [Pesach Day 7 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-day-7-morning-services/) - [Pesach Day 2 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-day-2-morning-services/) - [Pesach Day 1 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-day-1-morning-services/) - [Pesach Day 8 Morning Services with Yizkor](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-day-8-morning-services/) - [Chametz Burning at Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chametz-burning-at-shaare-torah/) - [Ta'anit Bechorot Service, Siyyum, & Breakfast](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/taanit-bechorot-service-and-siyyum/) - Click here to register for the service and siyyum. 8:30 - 9:00 AM | Service 9:00 - 9:15 AM| Siyyum 9:15 - 9:45 AM | Breakfast 10:00 - 11:00 AM | Chametz Burning #1 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Chametz Burning #2 - [STAR Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/star-shabbat-2-2-2/) - [STAR Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/star-shabbat-2-2/) - [Bar Mitzvah of Oliver Stickle](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-oliver-stickle/) - [Bar Mitzvah of Noah Tiemann](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-noah-tiemann/) - [Bat Mitzvah of Leyna Haim](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bat-mitzvah-of-leyna-haim/) - [Bar Mitzvah of Micah Draisen](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-micah-draisen/) - [Bar Mitzvah of Aiden & Owen Hershkowitz](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-aiden-owen-hershkowitz/) - [Pesach Second Night Community Seder](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-second-night-community-seder/) - Register Online for our Community-Wide Second Night Seder Here - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-16/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-12/) - [Religious Life Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/religious-life-committee-meeting-2/) - On Zoom - [STMC March Madness Watch Party](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stmc-march-madness-watch-party-2/) - Join the Shaare Torah Men’s Club for an exciting March Madness Watch Party on Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 PM. Enjoy deli, appetizers, dessert, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks while we watch the first-round games of the NCAA Tournament. The event will be held at Shaare Torah, and guests are welcome — feel free - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-17/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-13/) - [Minyan on Demand [Slonin]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-slonin-2/) - [Minyan on Demand [Loeb]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-loeb/) - [Minyan on Demand [Berger]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-berger/) - [Board Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/board-meeting/) - [Women's Seder 2026](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/womens-seder/) - Register Here for our Women's Seder - [Sha'arim Bingo and Game Night](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaarim-bingo-and-game-night/) - Click here to RSVP - [Mitzvah Day 2026](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mitzvah-day-2026/) - Click here to learn more, purchase items for collections and to sign up to volunteer - [Purim Dinner and Megillah Reading](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/purim-dinner-and-megillah-reading/) - [Tot Purim Program](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-purim-program/) - [Minigolf 2026](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minigolf2026/) - Register Online Here - [Kiddush Cup 2026](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kiddush-cup-2026/) - Register Online Here - [Kabbalat Shabbat with Oneg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-with-oneg/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-11/) - [Justice, Justice You Shall Pursue: A Discussion With Rafi Prober](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/justice-justice-you-shall-pursue-a-discussion-with-rafi-prober/) - Join us for a discussion with Rafi Prober, an attorney and friend, about the role he played in the successful pursuit of justice for over 76,000 Jews, and others, who were transported by France's national, state-owned railway (SNCF) to concentration camps during the Holocaust. In what became an international campaign that set off a diplomatic crisis in - [Minyan on Demand [Withnell]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-8/) - [Minyan on Demand [Solomon]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-solomon-4/) - [Minyan on Demand [Schloss]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-schloss-5/) - [Shaare Torah's 30th Anniversary Kickoff Weekend](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kickoffweekend/) - [Hebrew 101](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/hebrew-101-2/) - [Book Club Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/book-club-meeting-2/) - Click here to join the meeting - [Café Ivrit - Practice Conversational Hebrew with Yismaw!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/cafe-ivrit-practice-conversational-hebrew-with-yismaw/2025-11-11/) - Click here to take a brief Hebrew quiz Click here to register - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/torah-tuesday-7/2025-11-04/) - [Sunday Morning Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-8/2025-07-20/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-14/) - [Shabbat Morning Services & 30th Anniversary Kiddush](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/30th-anniversary-kiddush/) - Celebrate 30 years of community, prayer, and togetherness - with a special Kiddush to mark this milestone. Click here to register. - [Ceremonial Installation of Rabbi David B. Helfand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ceremonial-installation-of-rabbi-david-b-helfand/) - Join us for a meaningful and joy-filled ceremony as we formally install Rabbi David as the spiritual leader of Shaare Torah. Dessert reception will follow the ceremony. Click here to register. - [Family Installation & Celebration Brunch](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/family-installation-celebration/) - ECC, Nesiyah, and all families with school-aged children are invited to officially welcome and celebrate Rabbi David as our new rabbi. Click here to register. - [30th Anniversary Kickoff Kabbalat Shabbat & Community Dinner](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/30th-anniversary-kickoff-kabbalat-shabbat-community-dinner/) - Join us for a lively Kabbalat Shabbat service, followed by a special 30th anniversary Shabbat dinner, catered by David Chu. Click here to register. - [K-3rd Grade Kabbalat Shabbat & Dessert Oneg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/k-3rd-grade-kabbalat-shabbat-dessert-oneg/) - [Minyan on Demand [Solomon]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-solomon-3/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-15/) - [Hebrew 101](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/hebrew-101/) - [Hebrew 101](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/hebrew-101-6/) - [Hebrew 101](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/hebrew-101-5/) - [Hebrew 101](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/hebrew-101-3/) - [Minyan on Demand [Withnell]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-7/) - [Kabbalat Shabbat & Oneg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-oneg-2/) - [STAR Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/star-shabbat-2/2026-02-07/) - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-shabbat/) - Join Morah Allison Colker for our monthly Tot Shabbat gathering! Please come and bring a friend! It's a casual gathering for families with children 5 and under. We sing songs and prayers, read a Shabbat book, and have grape juice and challah. Families often stay and play on the STECC playground afterward. It's a great opportunity for parents to socialize! - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-shabbat-2-2-2-2-2-2/2026-02-07/) - Join Morah Allison Colker for our monthly Tot Shabbat gathering! Please come and bring a friend! It's a casual gathering for families with children 5 and under. We sing songs and prayers, read a Shabbat book, and have grape juice and challah. Families often stay and play on the STECC playground afterward. It's a great opportunity for parents to socialize! - [STAR Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/star-shabbat/) - [Social Action Committee meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-10/) - [Book Club Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/book-club-meeting/) - Click here to join the meeting - [Family Hanukkah Candle Lighting & Nosh](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/family-hanukkah-candle-lighting-nosh/) - All families with children are invited to join us for a festive candle lighting and light nosh featuring latkes, sufganiyot, and a delicious hot chocolate bar! Please RSVP no later than December 12. Click here to register. - [Family Sponsorship and Gift Wrapping with Sha'arim](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/family-sponsorship-and-gift-wrapping-with-shaarim/) - Who is Sha'arim? We’re ST’s newest social group—created for adults with older (post-mitzvah) or no kids. Most of us are still working, so we gather in the evenings or on weekends to share good times and build meaningful community. What’s our next event? For the 2025 holiday season, Sha'arim is adopting a Montgomery County family with four - [5s and Under Chanukah Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/5s-and-under-chanukah-celebration/) - We invite all families in the Shaare Torah community with children 5 and under to join us for a special celebration to kick off the festival! During the first hour 4-5pm, we will have activity stations, including arts & crafts, movement/music, a game, and latkes with applesauce and sour cream and sufganiyot (donuts). We will - [Minyan on Demand [Schloss]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-schloss-4/) - [Minyan on Demand [Schloss]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-schloss-3/) - [Minyan on Demand [Bromberg]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-bromberg-3/) - [Membership Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/membership-committee-meeting-6/) - [Havdalah Across Nesiyah: 4th-7th Grade Families](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-across-nesiyah-4th-7th-grade-families/) - 4th-7th grade families are invited to Shaare Torah to celebrate the new week with fun Havdalah activities and a bonfire (weather permitting). Enjoy a meaningful ceremony followed by snacks and s'mores! Click here to register - [Cait Reznik - Bat Mitzvah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/caitlyn-reznik-bat-mitzvah/) - [Leah Bast - Bat Mitzvah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/leah-bast-bat-mitzvah/) - [Sarah Danoff - Bat Mitzvah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sarah-danoff-bat-mitzvah/) - [MOD [Rose]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-rose/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-9/) - [Sigd at Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sigd-at-shaare-torah/) - Join Yismaw for an evening of Learning and Discussion about the Ethiopian Israeli Holiday of Sigd. Enjoy traditional Ethiopian food, music, dancing, and activities for all ages. Click Here to register. - [Minyan on Demand [Geller]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-geller-2/) - [Shaare Torah Jewish Culture Chavurah Presents: Bat Mitzvah in Uganda](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-jewish-culture-chavurah-presents-bat-mitzvah-in-uganda/) - Sunday, November 30 - 2:00 PM Last December, five Shaare Torah congregants traveled to Uganda to learn about the Abayudaya, the 106-year-old Jewish Community of East Africa. David Freiman and Susan Lovich-Siegel will bring their travel experiences to life as they teach us about the history, beauty, and challenges of this community and share their - [Havdalah Across Nesiyah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-across-nesiyah/) - Havdalah Across Nesiyah - Kindergarten Through 3rd Grade Saturday, November 15 5:30-7:00 PM Come together with our Nesiyah community to mark the start of a new week with a beautiful and meaningful Havdalah ceremony at Shaare Torah. K–3rd grade families will gather for fun activities and a bonfire (weather permitting), followed by snacks and s’mores around the - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-13/) - [Membership Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/membership-committee-meeting-5/) - [Minyan on Demand [Schloss]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-schloss-2/) - [Minyan on Demand [Bromberg]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-bromberg-2/) - [Membership Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/membership-committee-meeting-4/) - [Religious Life Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/religious-life-committee-meeting/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-12/) - [Education Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/education-committee-meeting-4/) - [October Board Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/october-board-meeting/) - [Dalia Spiegel - Bat Mitzvah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/dalia-spiegel-bat-mitzvah/) - [Ruach in the Round with Oneg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ruach-in-the-round-with-oneg/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-9/) - [Asher Reisberg - Bar Mitzvah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/asher-reisberg-bar-mitzvah/) - [Israeli Street Food Demo & Discussion](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israeli-street-food-demo-discussion/) - The beauty of Israeli Street Food is that it is portable, the flavors are fresh, aromatic and everything fits nicely in a pita. Join renowned DC area chef/instructor Mike Selman for a demonstration class and learn the art of making creamy hummus, flavorful chicken shawarma, Israeli salad and tangy Israeli-style pickled vegetables. Cost: $15 per person. - [Men's Club Football Watch Party](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mens-club-football-watch-party/) - Click here to register - [Torah Tuesday Resumes!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/torah-tuesday-6/) - [Sha'arim Social Group Havdalah Potluck](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaarim-social-group-havdalah-potluck/) - Join Shaare Torah's new Sha'arim social group on Saturday, October 18 at 7:15 PM for a laid-back potluck Havdalah at a member's house! The UMD vs UCLA football game will be on! To stay in the loop on all things Sha'arim, or if you have any questions about this group, please contact the main office - [Tot Simchat Torah Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-simchat-torah-celebration/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-8/) - [Shabbat Morning Services with Hallel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-16-2/) - [Community Lunch for Federal Workers and Those Impacted by the Government Shutdown](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/community-lunch-for-federal-workers-and-those-impacted-by-the-government-shutdown/) - [Simchat Torah Dinner and Festivities](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/simchat-torah-dinner-and-festivities/) - Please click here to register for the dinner so we know how many people to expect at this fun dinner and celebration! - [Indigenous Peoples' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-9/) - Click Here to learn how the Israel Center for Conservative Judaism encourages us to think about Indigenous Peoples' Day - [Brunch in the Sukkah 5786](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/brunch-in-the-sukkah-5786/) - Click Here to register - [Rosh Hashanah 5786 Day 2 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-hashanah-5786-day-2-morning-services/) - In person and on Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3018699842?pwd=dUhOM3FUNEpwbXlnSUtOcC9xTmRIQT09 - [Rosh Hashanah 5786 Day 1 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-hashanah-5786-day-1-morning-services/) - In person and on Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3018699842?pwd=dUhOM3FUNEpwbXlnSUtOcC9xTmRIQT09 - [Yom Kippur](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-kippur-3/) - [Kol Nidre / Erev Yom Kippur](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kol-nidre-erev-yom-kippur/) - [Erev Rosh Hashanah - Cheers to a Sweet, New Year](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-rosh-hashanah-at-shaare-torah/) - Click here to register 5:30 PM - Cheers to a Sweet, New Year (social hour) 6:30 PM - Ma'ariv to bring in the new year - [Minyan on Demand [Liss]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-liss-4/) - [Minyan on Demand [Marder]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-marder-2/) - [Steak & Bourbon 2025](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/steak-bourbon-2025/) - Click Here to register - [Chol Ha'Moed Sukkot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chol-hamoed-sukkot/) - [Hoshana Raba](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/hoshana-raba/) - [Minyan on Demand [Rubinson]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-rubinson/) - [Sha'arim Social Event - BYO Picnic at Rocklands Winery in Poolesville, MD](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaarim-social-event-byo-picnic-at-rocklands-winery-in-poolesville-md/) - Sha'arim had so much fun at our first event, that we’re getting the gang back together! Join the new Sha’arim social group for a BYO picnic at Rocklands Winery in Poolesville, MD! Light apps will be provided by Shaare Torah, and the Ema Rossi Pizzeria food truck will be at the winery and although the - [Bushels of Family Fun! Apple Picking with Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/13641/) - What better way to get ready for Rosh Hashanah than by heading straight to the source? Join us at Waters Orchard (22711 Wildcat Road, Germantown) to pick your own apples—perfect for dipping in honey as we welcome a sweet new year. We’ll enjoy time together outdoors with apple picking, professional family photos (say “Honey!”), and sweet stories for the kids. Each family will - [Torah Tuesday - Cancelled Today](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/torah-tuesday-5-2/) - Torah Tuesday will be taking a short pause while Rabbi David is on paternity leave, spending this special time with Rebekah, Pardes, and Baby Boy Helfand Johnston. We look forward to resuming our learning together when he returns. In the meantime, we wish the Helfand family joy, rest, and sweet new beginnings. There will be - [High Holidays Security Training #3 [On Zoom]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/high-holidays-security-training-3-on-zoom/) - [High Holidays Security Training #2 [On Zoom]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/high-holidays-security-training-2-on-zoom/) - [High Holidays Security Training #1 [In Person]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/high-holidays-security-training-1-in-person/) - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/torah-tuesday-5/2025-08-12/) - [Teen Ice Cream Social](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-ice-cream-social/) - CLICK HERE to register At Häagen-Dazs in Kentlands Calling all teens! Come have some ice cream courtesy of Rabbi David! - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-10/) - [Selichot at the Bender JCC](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/selichot-at-the-bender-jcc/) - [Minyan on Demand [Robinson]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-robinson/) - [Minyan on Demand [Kirschenbaum]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-kirschenbaum-2/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-11/) - [Chanukah 5786](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-5786/) - [Shemini Atzeret Day 2 / Simchat Torah Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shemini-atzeret-day-2-simchat-torah-morning-services/) - [Shemini Atzeret Day 1 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shemini-atzeret-day-1-morning-services-2/) - [Sukkot Day 2 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-day-2-morning-services/) - [Sukkot Day 1 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-day-1-morning-services-2/) - [Labor Day - Shaare Torah Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-9/) - [Sunday Morning Minyan With Special Prayers for Tisha b'Av](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-3-3-2/) - [Minyan on Demand [Solomon]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-solomon-2/) - [Tisha b'Av Pre-Fast Dinner & Service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tisha-bav-pre-fast-dinner-service/) - Register at bit.ly/st-9av Join Us at Shaare Torah for an evening of community, reflection, and sacred ritual. We’ll begin with Mincha and a light pre-fast meal. Rabbi David will guide us in thoughtful learning to help frame the themes of Tisha B’Av, leading into our evening service and the poignant chanting of Eikha (Lamentations). This is a - [Men's Club Poker Tournament](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mens-club-poker-tournament/) - CLICK HERE to register - [Minyan on Demand [Liss]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-liss-3/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-9/) - [Summer Kiddush Series - Red, White, & Blue [Washington, DC]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/summer-kiddush-series-red-white-blue-washington-dc/) - [Popsicle Pop-Up](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/popsicle-pop-up/2025-06-25/) - [Minyan on Demand [Withnell]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-6/) - [Minyan on Demand [Kirschenbaum]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-kirschenbaum/) - [Annual Congregational Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/annual-congregational-meeting/) - This annual gathering is an important opportunity for us to reflect on the past year, celebrate our accomplishments, and look ahead to the future of our community. We’ll share plans for the coming year, including exciting developments as we prepare to welcome our new spiritual leader, Rabbi David Helfand. Your voice matters, and your presence - [New Social Group Shabbat Happy Hour](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-social-group-shabbat-happy-hour/) - Join the new Sha'arim social group for a laid-back pre-Shabbat Happy hour at Rocklands Winery in Poolesville, MD! Live music by David Sparrow from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. Light apps will be provided. Food trucs will be on site with food for purchase. Click here to register. - [Erev Shavuot and Tikkun Leil Learning Sessions](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-shavuot-and-tikkun-leil-learning-sessions/) - [Jewish Culture Chavurah Bagel Brunch](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/jewish-culture-chavurah-bbq/) - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - [Comedy Night 2025](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/comedy-night-2025/) - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Hey you. Yes, you—the one who could really use a laugh right about now. Join us for our 2025 Comedy Night with Interfaith Comedy: God, We’re Funny! Thursday, June 5 - Show starts at 7:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 for nosh & schmoozing) We’ve got 8 comedians from all walks of faith, life, and stand-up stages—bringing 90 minutes of - [Lag B'Omer BBQ Bash and Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/lag-bomer-bbq-bash-and-kabbalat-shabbat/) - [Lag Ba'Omer - Israel on Tap](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/lag-baomer-israel-on-tap/) - 🔥 Israel on Tap: Lag BaOmer Edition 🍻Join us for the final Israel on Tap of the year! We’ll explore how Lag BaOmer is celebrated in Israel—bonfires, mystical Kabbalah, and the wide range of festivities across the country. Come grab a beer and hang out with Abraham, our shaliach, for a relaxed evening of learning - [Last Day of School!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/last-day-of-school/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-8/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-7/) - [Shaare Torah at Rockville Pride](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-at-rockville-pride/) - Click here to volunteer! - [Shabbat Morning Services - Pride Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/prideshabbat/) - [Planning Ahead: Cemetery Information Q&A](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/planning-ahead-cemetery-information-qa/) - Join us to learn more about Shaare Torah's cemetery property at Gardens of Remembrance in Clarksburg, MD. Join us via this Zoom link - [Juneteenth Celebration at Poplar Grove Baptist Church](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-3/) - [Shabbat Morning Services - Bar Mitzvah of Isaac Blake](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-15/) - [Shavuot Day 2 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-day-2-morning-services/) - [Shavuot Day 1 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-day-1-morning-services/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-7/) - In person at Shaare Torah - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-6/) - [Chagigat HaSiddur Dinner & Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chagigat-hasiddur-at-kabbalat-shabbat/) - 3rd Grade Family Dinner & Chagigat HaSiddur Kabbalat Shabbat. While the dinner is for our 3rd grade families, all are welcome to join us for Kabbalat Shabbat and Oneg! - [Shabbat Morning Services - Bat Mitzvah of Arielle Sacks](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-11/) - [Shabbat Morning Services - Bat Mitzvah of Naomi Berger](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-12/) - [Shabbat Morning Services - Bat Mitzvah of Rachel Krieg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-10/) - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-shabbat-2-2-2-2-2/2025-05-03/) - Join Morah Allison Colker for our monthly Tot Shabbat gathering! Please come and bring a friend! It's a casual gathering for families with children 5 and under. We sing songs and prayers, read a Shabbat book, and have grape juice and challah. Families often stay and play on the STECC playground afterward. It's a great opportunity for parents to socialize! - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/torah-tuesday-4/2025-05-06/) - [Shabbat Morning Services - High School Graduation Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-13/) - [Minyan on Demand [Slonin]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-slonin/) - [Minyan on Demand - Solomon](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-solomon/) - [Minyan on Demand - Rose](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-rose/) - [Sunday Morning Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-7/) - [Minyan on Demand - Prigal](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-prigal/) - [Sunday Morning Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-3-3/2025-05-04/) - [Book Club Meeting on Zoom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/book-club-meeting-on-zoom/) - [Shabbat Morning Services - Bat Mitzvah of Jessica Etmekjian](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-14/) - [Yom HaShoah Commemoration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-hashoah-commemoration-2/) - Join Us via Zoom by clicking HERE - [Shabbat Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services/2023-02-04/) - [Nesiyah Student Showcase!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/nesiyah-student-showcase/) - [Truck Day 2025](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/truck-day-2025/) - For questions please contact Allison Colker, Director of Early Childhood Education and Engagement at 301.869.9842 x117 or acolker@shaaretorah.org - [Farewell Kiddush for Rabbi Scott](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/farewell-kiddush-for-rabbi-scott/) - Click here to register Please join us for a Kiddush luncheon following Shabbat services as we express our deep appreciation for Rabbi Scott as he prepares to move on to Congregation Adath Jeshurun in Louisville, Kentucky. If you are unable to attend, please consider making a donation in honor of Rabbi Scott as a meaningful - [How to Create and Care for a Native Plant Garden at Home](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/how-to-create-and-care-for-a-native-plant-garden-at-home/) - Many people find joy, peace, and inspiration outdoors. By planting native plants at our homes, we can put our faith into practice by conserving the nature that nurtures us. Join us virtually to learn from experts about how you can create a wildlife habitat and protect our local streams by planting native plants. We will - [Yom Ha'atzmaut and Farewell to Abraham](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-haatzmaut-and-farewell-to-abraham/) - Yom Ha’atzmaut Celebration 2025 Join us for a multi-generational celebration of Israel’s Independence Day! This event will offer a variety of activities designed to engage every age group and provide meaningful ways to connect with Israel. From interactive experiences and hands-on art projects to discussions and opportunities for reflection, there will be something for everyone. - [Israel on Tap - Kadishman](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israel-on-tap-kadishman/) - Israel on Tap: Painting with Kadishman’s Inspiration 🎨🍻 Join us at Shaare Torah on April 1st, from 6:30 to 7:45 PM, for a unique art workshop inspired by renowned Israeli artist Menashe Kadishman! We’ll dive into the story behind Kadishman’s iconic sheep paintings, explore the evolution of his artistic language, and discuss how his work - [Shlicha Visit - Rotem Ur Soco](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shlicha-visit-rotem-ur-soco/) - Lunch & Learn with Rotem Ur Soco🗓 April 5th | During Kiddush Lunch Join us for a heartfelt and inspiring talk with Rotem Ur Soco, former Shaare Torah Shlicha, as she shares her personal story of resilience, activism, and community support during times of war. Since October 7th, Rotem has been deeply involved in grassroots - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-6/) - Use regular services Zoom link - [Chol HaMoed Pesach 5785](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chol-hamoed-pesach-5785/) - [Shabbat and Pesach Day 7 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-9/) - [Pesach Day 8 Morning Services With Yizkor](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-services-4/) - [Pesach Day 2 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-services-2/) - [Pesach Day 1 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-services-3/) - [Pesach Day 1 Candle Lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-day-1-candle-lighting/) - [Pesach Day 2 Candle Lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/last-day-time-to-sell-and-burn-chametz/) - [Taanit Bechorot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/taanit-bechorot-3/) - Siyum Bechorot — the Celebration of the Firstborn — is a unique tradition observed on the day before Passover. Firstborn Jews participate in a siyum, a celebratory completion of Torah study, which allows them to break their fast, commemorating the tenth plague in Egypt when the firstborn of Israel were spared. Join us for our - [Open House at Nesiyah Religious School](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/open-house-at-nesiyah-religious-school/) - Nesiyah Religious School at Shaare Torah Open House For Prospective Families Sunday, April 6, 2025 9:30-10:30 AM Do you have a Jewish neighbor or friend looking for a fun and inclusive religious school experience for their children? Invite them to our Open House on Sunday, April 6th from 9:30–10:30 AM at Shaare Torah. They’ll have the - [3rd - 7th Grade Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/3rd-7th-grade-kabbalat-shabbat-7th-grade-family-dinner/) - 3rd-7th Grade Kabbalat Shabbat Service & Dessert Oneg Friday, March 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM Please join us on Friday, March 28, at 6:30 PM for a family-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service, led by our staff and our 3rd-7th grade students. Each grade has the honor of leading specific assigned prayers during the service that they will be preparing in class. This - [Purim Celebration!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/nesiyah-purim-celebration/) - 🎭 Shaare Torah Family Purim Celebration – Sunday, March 16 🕙 10:00 AM Purim Shpiel led by our Nesiyah religious school (K-7th) and STECC (Shaare Torah Early Childhood Center) students! 🕥 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Purim festivities for all ages! 🎨 Mask Making and other crafts ✨ Temporary Tattoos & Face Painting 🍪 Hamantashen & snacks Pick up your - [Tammy Gottleib of WZO comes to Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tammy-gottleib-of-wzo-comes-to-shaare-torah/) - Let Me Hear Thy Voice: An Afternoon with TammyDate: Sunday, March 16thTime: 4:00 PMLocation: Shaare Torah, Gaithersburg Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Tammy, a leading Israeli activist, as she shares powerful stories from her work fighting for democracy and equality in Israel. Discover the important role American Jews can play in promoting democracy - [ST Teens Lock-In - Canceled](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-teens-lock-in/) - 🎉 Get Ready for the Shaare Torah Teens Lock-In! 🎭 Calling all Shaare Torah teens! Join us for an unforgettable night of fun, laughter, and creativity at our Teens Lock-In on March 15th, starting at 8 PM! 🌟 Here’s what’s in store: 🎮 Games Galore: Challenge your friends in epic competitions and team-based activities. 🍿 - [Minyan on Demand [Geller]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-geller/) - [K-2nd Grade Ruach Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/k-2nd-grade-ruach-shabbat/) - Please join us for a spirited Shabbat morning filled with hands-on activities, songs, prayer, food, friends and fun. All are welcome! 10:15 AM: Torah Parade in the Sanctuary 10:30–11:15 AM: Shabbat Service & Activities Finish in the main service with the congregation and join us for Kiddush Register by March 25 Reach out to Leah - [Ruach in the Round](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ruach-in-the-round-5/) - Join Us for Ruach in the Round! Experience a joyful Kabbalat Shabbat service on April 4th led by Shaare Torah Shaliach Tzibur, Rena Straus. Featuring percussion and special guest song leader, Rabbi Annie Lewis. Come sing, clap, and celebrate together in this uplifting, spiritually rich gathering. Click here to register - [Winter Kiddush Series - Crock Pot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/winter-kiddush-6-kugel-cookoff-shabbat/) - [Congregational Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/congregational-meeting/) - A congregational meeting for all Shaare Torah members in good standing which will take place in person and on Zoom. If joining by Zoom, be sure to request an absentee ballot by emailing absenteeballotrequest@shaaretorah.org. A virtual ballot will be sent to you. All absentee ballots must be returned by 3:30 PM on March 9th, 2025. Zoom - [Pre-Pesach Wine Tasting & Sale](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pre-pesach-wine-tasting-sale/) - Pre-Pesach Israeli Wine Tasting & Sale Hosted by the ST Jewish Culture Chavurah co-sponsored by the Shaare Torah Men’s Club Featuring Wine Educator, Steve Kerbel Join us for an evening of fine Israeli wines, fascinating stories, and community connection as we prepare for Pesach! Our tasting will feature six exceptional wines—three reds and three whites—sourced - [Lunch and Learn with Omri Paz – CEO of Vegan Friendly Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/lunch-and-learn-with-omri-paz-ceo-of-vegan-friendly-israel/) - Join us for our next bi-monthly Lunch and Learn series on Zoom! Our upcoming session features Omri Paz, the CEO of Vegan Friendly in Israel. Founded in 2012 by Omri Paz, Vegan Friendly aims to highlight vegan-friendly businesses across Israel, making veganism more accessible for everyone. Omri will share insights about the vegan revolution in - [Social Action Committee meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-5/) - [Sunday Morning Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-6/) - [Membership Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/membership-committee-meeting-3/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-5/) - [Education Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/education-committee-meeting-3/) - [Yom Ha'atzmaut](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-haatzmaut-2/) - Yom Ha’atzmaut Celebration 2025 Join us for a multi-generational celebration of Israel’s Independence Day! This event will offer a variety of activities designed to engage every age group and provide meaningful ways to connect with Israel. From interactive experiences and hands-on art projects to discussions and opportunities for reflection, there will be something for everyone. - [STMC March Madness Watch Party](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stmc-march-madness-watch-party/) - Join Shaare Torah Men's Club for an exciting event on Thursday, March 20th, starting at 7:00 p.m. We’ll be serving Ledo’s pizza, appetizers, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, all while enjoying the first round games of the NCAA Tournament! The party will be held at Max's Pub inside The Colonnade, located at 23 Arch Place. The $30 - [Mitzvah Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mitzvah-day-2/) - SHAARE TORAH MITZVAH DAY 2025! Sunday, March 30, 2025 Mark your calendars because an incredible opportunity awaits! We're thrilled to announce Shaare Torah's Annual Mitzvah Day, on Sunday, March 30th, 2025. Join us for a day filled with giving back to our community and embracing the spirit of togetherness alongside our family & friends. Collections: Starting on Monday, March 24th, bins will be in the - [How to Garden with Native Plants (Advanced)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/how-to-garden-with-native-plants-advanced-2/) - How to Garden with Native Plants (Advanced) February 27, 2025, 7-8:30 p.m. A virtual workshop by experts about caring for native plants and expanding your native garden Join us to learn how to expand your native plant garden at home through the Sacred Grounds Restoring Nature at Home Garden Kit! We are so glad you started - [Let Me Hear Thy Voice: An Evening with Tammy Gottlieb](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/let-me-hear-thy-voice-an-evening-with-tammy-gottlieb/) - Let Me Hear Thy Voice: An Evening with Tammy Gottlieb Join us at Shaare Torah for a powerful conversation with Tammy Gottlieb, a leading Israeli activist dedicated to democracy, equality, and pluralism in Israel. As Vice Chairwoman of Women of the Wall, a representative on the World Zionist Organization Executive, and Director of Signing Anew, - [Erev Purim Celebration!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-purim-celebration/) - 7:30 PM - Ma'ariv 7:47 PM - Megillah Reading - [Winter Kiddush #8 - Crock Pot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/winter-kiddush-8-crock-pot-shabbat/) - [Winter Kiddush #7 - "Ides of March" Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/winter-kiddush-7-ides-of-march-shabbat/) - [Winter Kiddush #5 - March Madness Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/winter-kiddush-5-march-madness-shabbat/) - [Winter Kiddush #4 - Marrakesh Mania Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/winter-kiddush-4-marrakesh-mania-shabbat/) - [Sunday Morning Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-5/) - [Asher Isen's Bar Mitzvah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/asher-isens-bar-mitzvah/) - [First Responders Appreciation Event](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/first-responders-appreciation-event-2/) - First Responders Appreciation Event Monday, February 17 at 9:30 AM Join us for our annual First Responders Appreciation Event on onday, February 17. We need YOU to sign up to help bake treats and deliver trays of baked goods to our local first responders. Register below. Sponsored by the Shaare Torah Social Action Committee. Click - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-4/) - Use regular services Zoom link - [Interfaith Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/interfaith-kabbalat-shabbat/) - Interfaith Kabbalat Shabbat Service February 28 at 7:15 PM Join us as we connect with our interfaith neighbors! Shaare Torah is hosting the Route 28 / Quince Orchard Interfaith Team for an Interfaith Friday Night Kabbalat Shabbat Service. This is coordinated by Shaare Torah's Interfaith Committee. For more info about the committee, to join the - [Minyan on Demand [Gershen]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-gershen/) - [Interfaith Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/interfaith-committee-meeting/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-3/) - [Israel on Tap- Tu B'Shevat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israel-on-tap-tu-bishvat/) - Celebrate Tu B'Shevat with Israel on Tap! Join us for a special edition of Israel on Tap as we come together to honor Tu B'Shevat, the Jewish New Year for Trees. This festive occasion invites us to celebrate nature, sustainability, and growth in a uniquely Israeli way. The evening will feature engaging conversations about the - [Membership Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/membership-committee-meeting-2/) - [Shiva Service for Cynthia Weisbard z"l](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/weisbard-shiva/) - The Shaare Torah community mourns the loss of Cynthia Weisbard, z"l, beloved mother of Wendy Weisbard (Howard Harary) , who passed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Shiva will be held on Monday, January 27 at 7:00 PM at Shaare Torah. Notes of condolence may be sent to Wendy and family at wwg26@hotmail.com. May the Weisbard family be held and - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-4/) - Join using the regular services Zoom link - [Shabbat Morning with Rabbi Candidate David Helfand Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-8/) - We are excited to welcome Rabbi David Helfand and his family to meet the Shaare Torah community, January 24-26! This email includes details of many opportunities for you to meet Rabbi Helfand, to get to know him, and to provide your assessment of his fit for Shaare Torah. The weekend is full of events, most open - [Family Kabbalat Shabbat & Dinner](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/family-kabbalat-shabbat-dinner/) - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Family Kabbalat Shabbat Service & Italian Dinner Friday, February 7, 2025 5:30-7:30 PM Join us on Friday, February 7th, for a fun-filled Shabbat open to all families with children, featuring an Italian dairy dinner, a family-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service, and a delicious ice cream sundae bar Oneg after the service. All families with children are welcome! 5:30 PM- Italian - [Minyan on Demand - Friedlander](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-friedlander/) - Use regular services Zoom link - [Annual PJ Havdalah with Special Guest Rabbi Candidate David Helfand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pj-havdalah-with-rabbi-candidate-david-helfand/) - Our annual PJ Havdalah is for families with children ages 5 and younger (older siblings are of course welcome!). We are excited that our visiting rabbi candidate, Rabbi David Helfand, and his family will join us for PJ Havdalah! Join us for breakfast for dinner, crafts, and of course storytime! Come in PJs! $5 per person, $20 family - [Sunday Morning Visit with Rabbi Candidate David Helfand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-visit-with-rabbi-candidate-david-helfand/) - 8:00 - 9:00 am - Minyan: Rabbi Helfand will lead minyan and give a short teaching with light breakfast (ST) NOTE: Minyan is one hour earlier than the usual time. 9:15 am - Coffee and Q&A with Nesiyah Parents (ST) 10:30 am-12:00 pm - Religious School Visit. Rabbi Helfand will meet with the Nesiyah classes. NOTE: Nesiyah will start at the - [Shabbat Sing and Q&A with Rabbi Candidate David Helfand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-sing-and-qa-with-rabbi-candidate-david-helfand/) - Rabbi David will lead Shabbat Sing at 9:30am, followed by Coffee and Conversation with STECC parents at 10am. Please come with any questions you would like to ask. We invite all STECC parents to join us, regardless of synagogue membership or faith background. We value everyone's input as we choose our next rabbi. - [“The Women’s Balcony” - Israeli Film Screening & Discussion](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israeli-film-screening/) - The Women’s Balcony” is funny and profound” – Roger Ebert The Jewish Culture Chavurah presents: A Screening & Discussion “The Women’s Balcony” Sunday, February 9 at Shaare Torah 2:00 p.m To register click here Featuring Screening of “The Women’s Balcony” followed by a light Israeli dinner and discussion led by our shaliach Abraham Belilty. Watch - [Havdalah Across Nesiyah ~ Kindergarten-3rd Grade & Families](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-across-nesiyah-kindergarten-3rd-grade-families/) - Saturday, January 18, 2025 5:30-7:00 PM Come together with our Nesiyah community to mark the start of a new week with a beautiful and meaningful Havdalah ceremony. Families will join their respective cohorts in the warm and welcoming homes of our Nesiyah hosts. After sharing this special moment, everyone will enjoy a fun and relaxing pizza dinner—a perfect way - [Family Kabbalat Shabbat Service & Italian Dinner](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/family-kabbalat-shabbat-service-italian-dinner/) - Join us on Friday, February 7th, for a fun-filled Shabbat open to all families with children, featuring an Italian dairy dinner, a family-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service, and a delicious ice cream sundae bar Oneg after the service. All are welcome! 5:30-6:15 PM- Italian Dinner 6:15-6:45 PM- Kabbalat Shabbat Service 6:45-7:30 PM- Ice Cream Oneg Click here to register - [8th Annual Kiddush Cup](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/15th-annual-kiddush-cup/) - 🏌️‍♂️ Kiddush Cup Mini Golf Night 🏌️‍♀️ Get ready for a night of fun and friendly competition at Shaare Torah! Join us this Saturday night for the Kiddush Cup, our adults-only (21+) mini golf tournament. Who will claim the title of Kiddush Cup Champion? ⛳ When: Saturday night ⛳ Where: Shaare Torah ⛳ Who: Adults - [Mini Golf Tournament and Camp Fair](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mini-golf-and-camp-fair/) - 🎉 Camp Fair & Mini Golf Afternoon! ⛳ Join us Sunday afternoon at Shaare Torah for an exciting family fun day! Explore camp options for the upcoming season, enjoy mini golf, and connect with fellow community members. Visit our building as we transform it into a giant mini golf course! Visit local Jewish summer camps - [Emerging Empty Nesters Happy Hour](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/emerging-empty-nesters-happy-hour-2/) - Date: Thursday, January 16th Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Rockville Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and camaraderie as we sip, snack, and share ideas for our group’s future—including coming up with a fresh, fabulous name! This is your chance to meet other parents navigating this exciting life transition - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-2/) - On Zoom - [Minyan on Demand - Withnell](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-5/) - [Israeli Film Screening - The Women's Balcony](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israeli-film-screening-the-womens-balcony/) - The Women’s Balcony” is funny and profound” – Roger Ebert The Jewish Culture Chavurah presents: An afternoon of Israeli Film, Discussion and Social Action Accompanied by a light dinner. Sunday, February 9 at Shaare Torah 4:30 p.m Featuring Screening of “The Women’s Balcony” followed by a light Israeli dinner and discussion led by our shaliach - [Social Action Committee Meeting on Zoom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-on-zoom/) - Use the regular services Zoom link - [Shabbat Sing with preschoolers and families](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-sing-with-preschoolers-and-families/) - [Menorah Lighting at Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/menorah-lighting-at-shaare-torah/) - Join Us for a Menorah Lighting on Main Street! Celebrate the second night of Hanukkah with Shaare Torah as we light our big electric menorah on Main Street. Let’s come together as a community to bring warmth, light, and joy to this special season. 📅 When: Thursday, December 26th, 6:00 PM 📍 Where: Main Street, - [Minyan on Demand - Withnell](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-4/) - [Family Hanukkah Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/family-hanukkah-celebration/) - Join us for a joyful and interactive Hanukkah celebration the whole family will love! Kick off the festivities at 11:30 AM with a lively musical Hanukkah song session, perfect for school-aged children and their families. Then, dive into the fun with a variety of exciting activities: 🎶 Hanukkiah LEGO Building Competition – Showcase your creativity! - [Minyan on Demand - Bernstein](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-bernstein/) - [Minyan on Demand - Gore](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-gore/) - [Shaare Torah 5s and Under Hanukkah Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-5s-and-under-hanukkah-celebration/) - We invite all families in the Shaare Torah community with children 5 and under to join us for a special celebration to kick off the festival! During the first hour 4-5pm, we will have activity stations, including arts & crafts, movement/music, a game, and latkes with applesauce and sour cream and sufganiyot (donuts). We will - [Family Hanukkah Celebration for Families with School-Aged Children](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/family-hanukkah-celebration-for-families-with-school-aged-children/) - Families with school-aged children are invited for a musical Hanukkah song session at 11:30 AM, followed by exciting adventures including Hanukkiah building LGL competition, dreidel games, delicious latkes & sufganiyot, arts & crafts, and much more! Click Here to register - [Minyan on Demand - Withnell](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-3/) - [How to Mourn a Miscarriage: What Psychotherapy Research, Practice, and Religion Suggest](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/how-to-mourn-a-miscarriage-what-psychotherapy-research-practice-and-religion-suggest/) - [Chavurah Deli Dinner & Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chavurah-deli-dinner-kabbalat-shabbat/) - Join us for Kabbalat Shabbat followed by a delicious deli dinner with all the fixins'! We will, of course, have vegetarian options and gluten-free bread available. If you have any other dietary restrictions, please add them in the notes section! Register HERE - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting/) - [Minyan on Demand - Bromberg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-bromberg/) - [Ruach in the Round](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ruach-in-the-round-3/) - Ruach in the Round Friday, November 22nd 6:00 PM at Shaare Torah Ruach in the Round is a unique way to do a Kabbalat Shabbat service. For more information about this or to learn more about singing opportunities in our community, please email Rena Strauss at renastrauss@hotmail.com All are welcome. Registration is required to join us - [Minyan on Demand - Solomon (mother)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-solomon-mother/) - [Minyan on Demand - Schloss (mother and brother)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-schloss-mother-and-brother/) - [Yom Rabin: The Jewish Day of Healthy Arguments](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-rabin-the-jewish-day-of-healthy-arguments/) - Join Beth Sholom, Beth Ami, and Shaare Torah on November 17th at 7 PM at the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington for a powerful Yom Rabin: A Day of Healthy Argument. Together, we will honor the legacy of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, who was tragically assassinated on November 4, 1995 (12 Cheshvan) at a peace - [STECC Shabbat Dinner](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stecc-shabbat-dinner/) - Shabbat Sing followed by Dinner with entertainment by The Great Zucchini! Please register here by November 11th. If you have any food allergies or restrictions, please describe them in the notes field when you register. If this poses financial burden to your family, please reach out to Allison Colker, as cost should never prohibit participation - [Shaliach Tzibbur Clinic](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaliach-tzibbur-clinic/) - Improve your Davening Skills with Rena! This clinic will discuss techniques for facilitation, musicality, when to introduce new things and when to stick with the stuff everyone knows. Will provide resources for improving your davening and the tefillah of the community, and what it means to be a ba'al or ba'aalat tefillah. We'll be using - [Chesed Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chesed-committee-meeting/) - Please join us for an in-person meeting of the Chesed Committee. This meeting is for those who are already members, and those who would like to become involved. All are welcome! - [Bat Mitzvah of Lilah Engel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bat-mitzvah-of-lilah-engel/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-3/) - [Who Are the Crypto-Jews?](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/who-are-the-crypto-jews/) - Join Harry Ezratty, author, historian and maritime lawyer, for a fascinating look into the world of our hidden Jewish ancestors. Sunday, November 10 at 2 p.m. at Shaare Torah In the 15th century, 1,000 years of Jewish life and culture in the Iberian Peninsula officially ended with the Spanish Inquisition, resulting in the expulsion or forced - [Supporting Your Student On Campus - For Parents & Guardians (Rescheduled)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/supporting-your-student-on-campus-for-parents-guardians-rescheduled/) - Tuesday, November 19, 7:30pm-8:45pm via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants in advance of the call As emerging adults, most college students are at an important developmental stage, still benefiting from family support and wisdom while also strengthening their own independence. The current climate of heightened anti-Israel and antisemitic rhetoric on many campuses - [Fall Family Photoshoot Fundraiser](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/fall-family-photoshoot-fundraiser-2/) - [Stand Together in Unity, Strength, & Resilience](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stand-together-in-unity-strength-resilience/) - Please join Shaare Torah and the Greater Washington Jewish community to mark one year since the historic March for Israel to demonstrate the Jewish community’s commitment to unity in the aftermath of the October 7th attacks and the unprecedented spike in antisemitism that followed. You can sign up to attend here. As we get closer to the - [Mahjong at Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mahjong-at-shaare-torah/2024-11-17/) - [Fall Family Photoshoot Fundraiser](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/fall-family-photoshoot-fundraiser/) - [Purple Shabbat with JCADA](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/purple-shabbat-with-jcada/) - 9:30 AM – Shabbat morning services at Shaare Torah – Special programming with JCADA to raise awareness for the need to support those who experience intimate partner violence followed by a lunch & learn Kiddush led by Renana Harris-Blumenthal of JCADA and sponsored by Sherri Barnett In partnership with the Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse (JCADA), we’re proud to - [Dairy Dinner - Simchat Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/dairy-dinner/) - Register online here: https://shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/event/simchat-torah-dinner--shaare-torah.html - [Postponed - District 6 Town Hall featuring April Delaney and Neil Parrot - sponsored by the JCRC](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/district-6-town-hall-featuring-april-delaney-and-neil-parrot-sponsored-by-the-jcrc/) - Join us Sunday, October 20, 10:00 AM at Shaare Torah in Gaithersburg for back-to-back town halls with the major party nominees for Maryland’s 6th Congressional District. JCRC Maryland Director of Government and Community Relations Deborah Miller will moderate both discussions with Democrat April McClain Delaney and Republican Neil Parrott. Both candidates will be asked about - [Simchat Torah (and Shemini Atzeret Day 2) Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/simchat-torah-and-shemini-atzeret-day-2-morning-services/) - [Simchat Torah Celebration with Hakafot and Dancing](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/simchat-torah-celebration-with-hakafot-and-dancing/) - [Tot Simchat Torah Program](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-simchat-torah-program/) - [Shemini Atzeret Day 1 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shemini-atzeret-day-1-morning-services/) - [Family Brunch in the Sukkah!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/family-brunch-in-the-sukkah/) - [Sukkot Day 2 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-day-2-morning/) - [Sukkot Day 1 Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-day-1-morning-services/) - [ST Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-office-closed-4/) - [ST Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-office-closed-3/) - [A time for wailing and a time for dancing;](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/a-time-for-wailing-and-a-time-for-dancing/) - This Simchat Torah, we gather in joy, but also in solemn reflection, as we mark the contrast between last year’s celebration and the deep loss we now carry. As Ecclesiastes teaches us, there is "a time for weeping and a time for laughing, a time for wailing and a time for dancing" (Ecclesiastes 3). On - [Garden Planting Day - Planting native plants with Shaare Torah's Green Team](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/garden-planting-day-planting-native-plants-with-shaare-torahs-green-group/) - Bring the kids for snacks and crafts in the Sukkah. Help expand and beautify the Shaare Torah native plant garden. Volunteers are needed for Shaare Torah's Native Garden Planting Day! Sunday, October 20, 1:30 - 3:30 PM Light rain or shine (planting will be rescheduled in the event of heavy storms) This is a great family, - [Minyan on Demand - Liss](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-liss-2/) - [Community break-fast (back at Shaare Torah)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/community-break-fast-back-at-shaare-torah/) - [Ne'ilah, Ma'ariv/evening services, and Concluding Shofar & Community Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/neilah-maariv-evening-services-and-concluding-shofar-community-havdalah/) - [YK mincha/afternoon services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yk-mincha-afternoon-services/) - [YK adult learning sessions](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yk-adult-learning-sessions/) - [Teen gathering (10th-12th)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-gathering-10th-12th-2/) - [Teen gathering (7th-9th)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-gathering-7th-9th-3/) - [Kids connection (K-6th)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kids-connection-k-6th/) - [Childcare](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/childcare-4/) - [YK Tot service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yk-tot-service/) - [YK family service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yk-family-service/) - [Yom Kippur traditional service (with Yizkor at 12pm)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-kippur-traditional-service/) - [Childcare](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/childcare-3/) - [Kol Nidre and Ma'ariv evening services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kol-nidre-and-maariv-evening/) - [Teen gathering (7th-9th)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-gathering-7th-9th-2/) - [Kids connection](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kids-connection/) - [Childcare](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/childcare-2/) - [RH2 Tot service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rh2-tot-service/) - [RH2 Traditional morning service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rh2-traditional-morning-service/) - [Communal Tashlich & Shofar Blowing!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/communal-tashlich-shofar-blowing/) - [Mincha service led by Rabbi Scott Hoffman](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mincha-service-led-by-rabbi-scott-hoffman/) - [Mindful Tashlich led by Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mindful-tashlich-led-by-rabbi-jacob-blumenthal/) - [Teen gathering (10th-12th)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-gathering-10th-12th/) - [Teen gathering (7th-9th)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-gathering-7th-9th/) - [Kid connection](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kid-connection/) - [Childcare](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/childcare/) - [Tot Rosh Hashanah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-rosh-hashanah/) - [RH1 Family service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rh1-family-service/) - [RH1 Traditional service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rh1-traditional-service/) - [RABBI SEARCH TEAM - Virtual town hall on Zoom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rabbi-search-team-virtual-town-hall-on-zoom/) - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3057857946?pwd=aEhaOGFMdGZDUlQvSjVlNkM1UzY3dz09 - [Minyan on Demand - Liss](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-liss/) - [Minyan on Demand - Marder](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-marder/) - [Garden of Remembrance High Holiday service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/garden-of-remembrance-high-holiday-service/2024-09-29/) - Two services - One is at 10am and the other one is at 2pm - [Steak and Bourbon](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/steak-and-bourbon/) - Join us for Steak and Bourbon, sponsored by Shaare Torah's Men's Club, on October 20th at 5 PM! This event is the perfect way to kick off 5785, as we gather in the sukkah to enjoy an evening of expertly grilled steaks, smooth bourbon, and great company. Don’t miss this special opportunity to relax, indulge, - [Erev Rosh Ha'Shanah - Cheers to a Sweet New Year!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-roshanah-cheers-to-a-happy-new-year/) - Drinks & Socializing from 5:30pm - 6:30 Ma'ariv from 6:30pm - 7:30pm CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - [A Special Meeting of the Congregation - Virtual](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/a-special-meeting-of-the-congregation/) - We are now in the process of searching for a Rabbi who is the right match for our community. To ensure we are in the best possible position to make a successful shidduch, a change has been proposed to our synagogue’s bylaws. This change is particularly important as we begin the process of searching for a new Rabbi, and it remains aligned with our - [Davening Team Singing Session (Pre-High Holidays)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/davening-team-singing-session-pre-high-holidays/) - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/torah-tuesday-3/2024-09-10/) - [Q&A Session About Proposed Bylaw Change (1 of 2) Virtual](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/qa-session-about-proposed-bylaw-change-1-of-2/) - Please Join One of the Upcoming Q&A Sessions Regarding the Currently Proposed Shaare Torah Bylaw Change - First Q&A Session is TONIGHT We are now in the process of searching for a Rabbi who is the right match for our community. To ensure we are in the best possible position to make a successful shidduch, a change has been proposed to our synagogue’s bylaws. This change is - [Q&A Session About Proposed Bylaw Change - Virtual(2 of 2)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/qa-session-about-proposed-bylaw-change-2-of-2/) - Please Join One of the Upcoming Q&A Sessions Regarding the Currently Proposed Shaare Torah Bylaw Change We are now in the process of searching for a Rabbi who is the right match for our community. To ensure we are in the best possible position to make a successful shidduch, a change has been proposed to our synagogue’s bylaws. This change is particularly important as - [Minyan On Demand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-3/) - [High Holidays Security Training Session 2 [on Zoom]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/high-holidays-security-training-session-2-on-zoom/) - Click here to register: https://shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/event/hhd5785security2 - [High Holiday Security Session 3 [on Zoom]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/high-holiday-security-session-3-on-zoom/) - Click here to register: https://shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/event/hhd5785security3 - [Who Are The Marcuses? A free film screening at Har Shalom Presented by Americans For Ben-Gurion University and Co-Sponsored by Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/who-are-the-marcuses-a-free-film-screening-at-har-shalom-presented-by-americans-for-ben-gurion-university-and-co-sponsored-by-shaare-torah/) - Join A4BGU’s Washington, D.C. Chapter for a special screening of “Who Are The Marcuses?” in partnership with Congregation Har Shalom. “Who Are The Marcuses?” uncovers a mysterious Long Island couple whose half-a-billion-dollar gift inspires peace and climate action through water technology in Israel. Holocaust survivors Lottie and Howard Marcus, an unassuming couple who first settled in - [Shaare Torah Book Club Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-book-club-meeting/) - [High Holidays Security Training Session 1 [in person at Shaare Torah]](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/high-holidays-security-training-session-1/) - Click here to register: https://shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/event/hhd5785security1 - [Camp Shabbat with Nesiyah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/camp-shabbat-with-nesiyah/) - Click here to register: https://shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/form/camp-shabbat-2024.html - [Between October 7th and October 8th](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/between-october-7th-and-october-8th/) - Join us for a profound discussion with Yizhar Hess, Vice Chairman of the World Zionist Organization, as he explores the aftermath of the brutal terror attacks on October 7th and the steps toward building a resilient future for Israeli society. With his extensive background in Jewish communal service, law, and education, Yizhar brings a wealth - [A Taste of Inclusion - An Afternoon With Sara Portman Milner of Sunflower Bakery; Co-Sponsored by the Inclusion Committee](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/a-taste-of-inclusion-an-afternoon-with-sara-portman-milner-of-sunflower-bakery/) - This event is co-sponsored by Shaare Torah's Inclusion Committee. Learn how Sunflower Bakery came to be and how their programs offered to young adults with a variety of learning differences provide the opportunity to learn the skills they need in their quest for employment and to be the best they can be. Following the program, - [Shaare Torah Men's Club Football Watch Party](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-mens-club-football-watch-party/) - The next Shaare Torah Men's Club (STMC) event will be a watch party for the Commanders vs. Bengals - Monday Night Football game. We will have game day food (pizza, chips, etc.) and drinks (both alcohol and non alcoholic). When: Monday, September 23 at 7:45 p.m. (kickoff is at 8:15 p.m.) Where: Shaare Torah Price: $15 for STMC members and $20 for non-members. We - [Selichot 5785](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/selichot-5785/) - Join Us for Selichot: A Night of Reflection and Prayer As we prepare for the High Holy Days, come together with our community for a special Selichot service. This meaningful evening will include introspective prayers and meditations, setting the tone for the Days of Awe. Let's seek forgiveness, reflect on the past year, and renew - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-235/) - [Rosh Chodesh Sh’vat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-shvat-3/) - Start of month of Sh'vat on the Hebrew calendar - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-260/) - Parashat Bo - [Parashat Bo](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-bo-3/) - [Mevarchim Chodesh Sh’vat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mevarchim-chodesh-shvat/) - Molad Sh’vat: Wed; 17 minutes and 17 chalakim after 6:00am - [Parashat Shemot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-shemot-3/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-234/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-259/) - Parashat Vaera - [Parashat Vaera](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vaera-3/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-258/) - Parashat Shemot - [Fast begins](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/fast-begins-32/) - Asara B’Tevet - [Asara B’Tevet](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/asara-btevet-3/) - Fast commemorating the siege of Jerusalem - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-257/) - Parashat Vayechi - [Parashat Vayechi](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vayechi-3/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-233/) - [Rosh Chodesh Tevet](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-tevet-3/) - Start of month of Tevet on the Hebrew calendar - [Chanukah: 8th Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-8th-day-2/) - Hanukkah; the Jewish festival of rededication - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-256/) - Parashat Vayigash - [Parashat Vayigash](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vayigash-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-232/) - [Chanukah: 7 Candles](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-7-candles-6/) - Hanukkah; the Jewish festival of rededication - [Rosh Chodesh Tevet](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-tevet-2/) - Start of month of Tevet on the Hebrew calendar - [Chanukah: 8 Candles](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-8-candles-6/) - Hanukkah; the Jewish festival of rededication - [Chanukah: 6 Candles](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-6-candles-6/) - Hanukkah; the Jewish festival of rededication - [Chag HaBanot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chag-habanot-2/) - North African Chanukah festival of daughters - [Mevarchim Chodesh Tevet](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mevarchim-chodesh-tevet/) - Molad Tevet: Mon; 33 minutes and 16 chalakim after 5:00pm - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-231/) - [Chanukah: 5 Candles](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-5-candles-6/) - Hanukkah; the Jewish festival of rededication - [Chanukah: 4 Candles](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-4-candles-6/) - Hanukkah; the Jewish festival of rededication - [Parashat Miketz](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-miketz-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-230/) - [Chanukah: 1 Candle](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-1-candle-6/) - Hanukkah; the Jewish festival of rededication - [Chanukah: 2 Candles](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-2-candles-6/) - Hanukkah; the Jewish festival of rededication - [Chanukah: 3 Candles](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chanukah-3-candles-6/) - Hanukkah; the Jewish festival of rededication - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-255/) - Parashat Miketz - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-253/) - Parashat Vayishlach - [Parashat Vayishlach](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vayishlach-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-229/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-254/) - Parashat Vayeshev - [Parashat Vayeshev](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vayeshev-2/) - [Rosh Chodesh Kislev](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-kislev-2/) - Start of month of Kislev on the Hebrew calendar - [Rosh Chodesh Kislev](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-kislev-3/) - Start of month of Kislev on the Hebrew calendar - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-252/) - Parashat Vayetzei - [Parashat Vayetzei](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vayetzei-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-228/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-251/) - Parashat Toldot - [Sigd](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sigd-2/) - Ethiopian Jewish holiday occurring 50 days after Yom Kippur - [Parashat Toldot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-toldot-2/) - Machar Chodesh - [Mevarchim Chodesh Kislev](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mevarchim-chodesh-kislev/) - Molad Kislev: Sun; 49 minutes and 15 chalakim after 4:00am - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-227/) - [Parashat Vayera](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vayera-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-225/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-250/) - Parashat Chayei Sara - [Parashat Chayei Sara](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-chayei-sara-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-226/) - [Parashat Lech-Lecha](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-lech-lecha-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-224/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-249/) - Parashat Vayera - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-223/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-248/) - Parashat Lech-Lecha - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-222/) - [Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-cheshvan-3/) - Start of month of Cheshvan on the Hebrew calendar - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-247/) - Parashat Noach - [Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-cheshvan-4/) - Start of month of Cheshvan on the Hebrew calendar - [Parashat Noach](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-noach-2/) - Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-245/) - Shmini Atzeret - [Simchat Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/simchat-torah-2/) - Day of Celebrating the Torah - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-246/) - Simchat Torah - [Parashat Bereshit](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-bereshit-2/) - [Mevarchim Chodesh Cheshvan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mevarchim-chodesh-cheshvan/) - Molad Cheshvan: Fri; 5 minutes and 14 chalakim after 4:00pm - [Sukkot VII (Hoshana Raba)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-vii-hoshana-raba-2/) - Feast of Booths - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-244/) - Sukkot VII (Hoshana Raba) - [Shmini Atzeret](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shmini-atzeret-2/) - Eighth Day of Assembly - [Sukkot V (CH’’M)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-v-chm-2/) - Feast of Booths - [Sukkot VI (CH’’M)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-vi-chm-2/) - Feast of Booths - [Sukkot II](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-ii-2/) - Feast of Booths - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-243/) - Sukkot II - [Sukkot III (CH’’M)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-iii-chm-2/) - Feast of Booths - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-221/) - [Sukkot IV (CH’’M)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-iv-chm-2/) - Feast of Booths - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-242/) - Sukkot I - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-220/) - Yom Kippur - [Erev Sukkot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-sukkot-2/) - Feast of Booths - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-241/) - Erev Sukkot - [Sukkot I](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sukkot-i-2/) - Feast of Booths - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-240/) - Erev Yom Kippur - [Yom Kippur](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-kippur-2/) - Day of Atonement - [Tzom Gedaliah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tzom-gedaliah-2/) - Fast of the Seventh Month - [Fast ends](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/fast-ends-27/) - Tzom Gedaliah - [Erev Yom Kippur](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-yom-kippur-2/) - Day of Atonement - [Parashat Ha’azinu](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-haazinu-2/) - Shabbat Shuva - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-219/) - [Fast begins](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/fast-begins-31/) - Tzom Gedaliah - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-239/) - Rosh Hashana II - [Shabbat Shuva](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-shuva-2/) - Shabbat of Returning - [Rosh Hashana 5785](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-hashana-5785/) - The Jewish New Year - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-238/) - Rosh Hashana 5785 - [Rosh Hashana II](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-hashana-ii-2/) - The Jewish New Year - [Erev Rosh Hashana](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-rosh-hashana-2/) - The Jewish New Year - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-237/) - Erev Rosh Hashana - [Sha-BBQ!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sha-bbq/) - A family-friendly "Back to Shul" Kabbalat Shabbat BBQ! Dinner at 6:00 PM and Kabbalat Shabbat Services at 7:00 PM Meet Rabbi Scott, if you haven't already, and join us for our first Kabbalat Shabbat social event of the Fall! Click here to register. We need help setting up, grilling, and cleaning up! Click here to - [Minyan On Demand - Withnell](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell-2/) - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3018699842?pwd=dUhOM3FUNEpwbXlnSUtOcC9xTmRIQT09 - [Montgomery County Interfaith 5K](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/montgomery-county-interfaith-5k/) - This year marks the 8th Annual Montgomery County Interfaith 5K. Registration is NOW OPEN! Be sure to sign up to join the Shaare Torah team! 7:00 am – Race Day Packet Pick-Up opens 7:40 am – Opening ceremonies/Expo opens 8:00 am – 5k Run 8:05 am – 5k Walk 9:00 am – Tot Trot (5 - [Lunch and Learn with Shay Bramson - Chairman of Havruta](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/lunch-and-learn-with-shay-bramson-chairman-of-havruta/) - Join us for the inaugural session of our bi-monthly Lunch and Learn series on Zoom! Our first meeting features Shay Bramson, the Chairman of Havruta, an organization dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals within the religious spectrum. Havruta works tirelessly to empower their community internally, promote acceptance of queer people in religious society, and strengthen Jewish - [Tisha b'Av Afternoon Services at Tikvat Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tisha-bav-afternoon-services-at-tikvat-israel/) - [Tisha b'Av Morning Services at Tikvat Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tisha-bav-morning-services-at-tikvat-israel/) - [Erev Tisha b'Av Services at Kehilat Shalom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/erev-tisha-bav-services-at-kehilat-shalom/) - [Minyan On Demand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-5/) - [Teen Israel Program Expo](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-israel-program-expo/) - Join the Federation of Greater Washington for the Teen Israel Program Expo! Calling all teens in the DC metro area! The Mishlachat of the Federation of Greater Washington invites you to an exciting virtual fair. Explore a variety of exciting Israel programs, including high school semesters abroad and gap year opportunities after graduation. Connect with - [Lunch and Learn with Ella and Rotem](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/lunch-and-learn-with-ella-and-rotem/) - Join us for our next bi-monthly Lunch and Learn series on Zoom! This session features Ella and Rotem, our very own former Shaare Torah shlichot. They will share their unique perspectives on Israeli society and their special roles in rebuilding Israel. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with Ella and Rotem, learn about their impactful - [Minyan On Demand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-4/2024-07-25/) - The Zoom link to join the Minyan- https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3018699842?pwd=dUhOM3FUNEpwbXlnSUtOcC9xTmRIQT09 - [Lunch and Learn with Nadav & Eitan - from "Shimru Nafsham"](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/lunch-and-learn-with-nadav-eitan-from-shimru-nafsham/) - Join us for our next bi-monthly Lunch and Learn series on Zoom! This session features Eitan and Nadav from "Shimru Nafsham," a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting wounded fighters and their families through the physical, mental, and social rehabilitation process. Shimru Nafsham emphasizes integrated social activities, alternative therapeutic methods, and psychological support at both individual - [Art's Lounge Night for Teens](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/arts-lounge-night-for-teens/) - 🎨 Teen Hanukkah Art Lounge Night at Shaare Torah! 🎨 Unleash your creativity and celebrate the Festival of Lights at our Teen Hanukkah Art Lounge Night on Sunday, December 17th, 2024, at 6:30 PM! Whether you're an aspiring artist or just love to doodle, this is the perfect evening to relax, create, and have fun - [Teen Movie Night](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-movie-night/) - 🎬 Teen Movie Night at Shaare Torah! 🎬 Join us for a fun-filled evening at Shaare Torah on Wednesday, November 6th, 2024, at 6:30 PM! We'll be watching an exciting movie (title to be announced soon) with friends, snacks, and plenty of laughs. Don't miss out on this awesome chance to relax and enjoy a - [Equipped For Excellence: Navigating Campus Antisemitism](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/equipped-for-excellence-navigating-campus-antisemitism/) - Join the JCRC for a night on gaining insights from current student and professionals, equipping yourself with the right resources, and exploring common challenges faced on campus to better prepare for the upcoming year. Register Here https://jcouncil.org/events/equipped-excellence-navigating-campus-antisemitism - [Legend of Destruction - film screening](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/legend-of-destruction-film-screening/) - Join Us for a Special Film Screening: "Legend of Destruction" In anticipation of Tisha B'Av, we invite you to our shul for a special screening of "Legend of Destruction," an Israeli animated historical drama directed by Gidi Dar and co-written with Shuli Rand. The film interprets Talmudic stories about the destruction of Jerusalem and the - [Native Plants Focus Group - Replace Part of Your Lawn with Natives](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/native-plants-focus-group-replace-part-of-your-lawn-with-natives-2/) - Do you want to help people and wildlife here in Gaithersburg and Rockville? Would you like to see butterflies and birds in your yard? How can we protect our environment? What do you think about replacing a small part of your lawn with native plants? You are invited to join a discussion group to share - [Native Plants Focus Group - Replace Part of Your Lawn with Natives](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/native-plants-focus-group-replace-part-of-your-lawn-with-natives/2024-07-14/) - Do you want to help people and wildlife here in Gaithersburg and Rockville? Would you like to see butterflies and birds in your yard? How can we protect our environment? What do you think about replacing a small part of your lawn with native plants? You are invited to join a discussion group to share - [*CANCELED* Truck Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/truck-day-2/) - Unfortunately, Truck Day has been canceled. - [Juneteenth](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-2/) - [Shavuot Ice Cream Social](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-ice-cream-social/) - Celebrate Shavuot and the last day of school with an ice cream party featuring Mister Softee - [Musical Shabbat—The MoCo Jewish Community Says Farewell to Rabbi Yosef & Rabbi Annie and Celebrates Pride Month](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/musical-shabbat-the-moco-jewish-community-says-farewell-to-rabbi-yosef-rabbi-annie-and-celebrates-pride-month/) - We are excited for Shaare Torah to partner for one more musical Shabbat with our friends at the JCC and the Jewish Studio. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - [Tikkun Leil Shavuot - Night of Jewish Learning](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/spring-into-jewish-learning-2/) - The theme this year is: Unearthing Torah: Roots & Fruits Join us for a night of learning in celebration of receiving Torah and its ongoing revelation in our lives. Our program will open with a keynote presentation from Dr. Kerry Wallach, discussing her recently published book, Traces of a Jewish Artist: The Lost Life & Work - [Minyan On Demand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-2/) - Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3018699842?pwd=dUhOM3FUNEpwbXlnSUtOcC9xTmRIQT09 - [Minyan On Demand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand/) - Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3018699842?pwd=dUhOM3FUNEpwbXlnSUtOcC9xTmRIQT09 - [Shavuot - Day 2 Services With Yizkor](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-day-2-services-with-yizkor/) - [Shavuot Day 1 Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-day-1-services/) - [2024 Shaare Torah Annual Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/2024-shaare-torah-annual-meeting/) - We look forward to coming together to celebrate and reflect on the past year and to discuss our exciting plans for the year to come. As a community that values the contributions and voices of all of our members, we hope that you will join us to vote on the 2024-2025 budget and the next - [Q&A In Advance Of 2024 Annual Meeting (1 of 2)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/qa-in-advance-of-2024-annual-meeting-1-of-2/) - Please bring questions related to items on the agenda of the upcoming annual meeting on Tuesday, June 18 at 7:30pm. First Q&A on Monday, June 10 at 8pm. Second Q&A on Monday, June 17 at 8pm. Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 18 at 7:30pm. - [Q&A In Advance Of 2024 Annual Meeting (2 of 2)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/qa-in-advance-of-2024-annual-meeting-2-of-2/) - Please bring questions related to items on the agenda of the upcoming annual meeting on Tuesday, June 18 at 7:30pm. First Q&A on Monday, June 10 at 8pm. Second Q&A on Monday, June 17 at 8pm. Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 18 at 7:30pm. - [Bar Mitzvah of Ethan Hershkowitz](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-ethan-hershkowitz/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Comedy Night!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/comedy-night-3/) - REGISTRATION PAGE - https://shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/event/comedynight2024 Comedy Night Thursday, June 6th - 7:30 PM Come laugh with us! Now more than ever we need laughter and community. Please join us on June 6th for Comedy Night featuring headliner Brad Lowery and opening acts Carmiya Weinraub and Laurent Amzallag. Ticket Pricing $40 per ticket $72 for a pair $260 for - [Spring into Jewish Learning - Jewish Diversity](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/spring-into-jewish-learning-3/) - 3/3 - Jewish Text - Torah & Talmud4/7 - Jewish Practice - Shabbat & Kashrut4/14 - Jewish Freedom- Passover & Struggles for Justice in Every Generation4/28 - Jewish History, Memory & Peoplehood 5/5 - Jewish Prayer, Theology & God-Talk5/19 - Jewish Life Cycles - Birth, Relationships, Death & More6/2- Israel & American Jewish Identity6/9 - 2 - [Rav Todot - Saying Thank You And Farewell To Our Rabbis](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rav-todot-saying-thank-you-and-farewell-to-our-rabbis/) - Join us on Saturday, June 15th as we come together for a meaningful Shabbat service filled with special readings and aliyot. It will be a day not just of reflection, but also of fond farewells as we bid lehitra'ot to Rabbi Annie and Rabbi Yosef, Zohar, and Shir. Following the services, we invite you to join us for a special - [Shabbat Morning Services - Celebrating Our High School Graduates](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-7/) - Join us as we honor our High School graduates with a group aliyah and a special blessing in celebration of this milestone. June 1st - 9:30 AM We warmly invite you to join us on June 1st at 9:30 AM for Shabbat morning services as we celebrate and honor our beloved Shaare Torah 2024 High School - [Ruach In The Round Kabbalat Shabbat: Celebrating Our College Graduates](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ruach-in-the-round-kabbalat-shabbat-celebrating-our-college-graduates/) - Please join us for Ruach in the Round and a Kabbalat Shabbat celebrating our 2024 College Graduates. All are welcome! May 31st - 6:00 PM Dinner & Services Registration Required: https://shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/form/gradkiddush2024 - [Social Action Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-meeting/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting - In Person](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-in-person/) - In Person at Shaare Torah at 7:30 PM - [Jewish Cultural Chavurah BBQ](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/jewish-cultural-chavurah-bbq/) - Meet Early (at 3:45 PM) for a Group Stroll Through the Washington Grove Gardens or join us at 5:00 PM for the BBQ. Space is limited so please RSVP no later than May 29. - [Yom Ha’Atzmaut Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-haatzmaut-celebration-2/) - Celebrating together in the community, especially this year. Join us to celebrate Israel at it’s 76th independence day. Drinks and Food Available for Purchase We will have different celebratory stations, including arts and craft, photo booth, outdoor games, light snacks and much more. A ceremony led by our clergy and staff will take place. the - [Chik Chak Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chik-chak-shabbat/) - [Shaare Torah Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-office-closed-3/) - [Green Team Native Plant Giveaway](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/green-team-native-plant-giveaway/) - Green Team Native Plant Giveaway - [Jewish American Heritage Month Concert Featuring Rabbi Yosef Goldman](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/jewish-american-heritage-month-concert-featuring-rabbi-yosef-goldman/) - At the Kennedy Center https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/millennium-stage/2024/may/jewish-american-heritage-concert/ - [Jewish Culture Chavurah Speaker on Jewish Genealogy](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/jewish-culture-chavurah-speaker-on-jewish-genealogy/) - Lara Diamond, President of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Maryland will speak about Jewish roots and how to unearth them. She is a renowned lecturer on Jewish and Eastern European genealogy research and genetic genealogy. Register at www.shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/event/jewishgenealogy - [Special Congregational Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/specialcongregationalmeeting/) - The Board of Trustees invites you to a Special Congregational Meeting on Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 at 8:00 PM. The Congregational Meeting will be held in-person at Shaare Torah and via Zoom. Absentee ballots will be permitted. - [Virtual Meet & Greet with Interim Rabbi Candidate: Rabbi Scott Hoffman](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/virtual-meet-greet-with-interim-rabbi-candidate-rabbi-scott-hoffman/) - We will hold a Virtual Meet & Greet with Rabbi Scott Hoffman, on Sunday, May 19th at 8:00 PM followed by a Zoom Q&A session led by the interim team chairs. We are asking that questions be submitted HERE prior to the meeting. - [Juneteenth Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-celebration/) - Lift up Freedom, Joy, and Justice in words and song Darnestown Presbyterian Church 15120 Turkey Foot Road (Overflow parking at Darnestown Elementary) Brought to you by the member communities of the Route 28 Quince Orchard Interfaith Team - [Jewish Pride Jewelry Making](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/jewish-pride-jewelry-making/) - Jewish Pride Jewelry making Postponed! now on May 7th Join us on April 16th for a joyful and creative family-friendly event celebrating Jewish pride through jewelry making! Get ready to unleash your inner artist as we guide you through the process of crafting your very own Star of David necklace. Whether you're a seasoned jewelry - [Sing for Our Souls with Yoel Sykes](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sing-for-our-souls/) - An evening dedicated to the cherished memory of Guy Illouz z"l, beloved friend of Abraham Belilty. This year's observances of Yom HaZikaron (Israel Remembrance Day) and Yom HaAtzmaut (Israel Independance Day) will be with heavy hearts. Since Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, nearly 2,000 Israeli civilians and soldiers have been killed and - [Yom HaShoah Commemoration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-hashoah-commemoration/) - Join us on Yom HaShoah to hear from congregants, Julie Cashon, Johnny Cahn, and Marianne Mandel. They will share their personal stories of growing up as the children of survivors. We are honored to have them speak to us. Please consider joining us to support the speakers as well as the community. Holocaust Remembrance has been - [Teen Program about Israel with Leah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-program-about-israel-with-leah/) - All middle and high school students are invited to join Leah Miller for dinner and conversation about Israel and what's going on there currently. She will be sharing photos and stories from her recent mission trip. - [Nesiyah at Shaare Torah Religious School Open House](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/nesiyah-at-shaare-torah-religious-school-open-house/) - [Shaare Torah Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-office-closed-2/) - [Pesach Festival Services with Yizkor](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-festival-services-with-yizkor/) - Yizkor will be at approximately 10:45 AM - [Pesach Festival Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-festival-services-3/) - [STECC Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stecc-closed/) - The Shaare Torah ECC is closed for the Pesach Festival Holiday - [Pesach Festival Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-festival-services-2/) - [Pesach Festival Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pesach-festival-services/) - [Shaare Torah Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-office-closed/) - Our office is closed for the Pesach Festival Holiday - [Chametz Burning on the ST Lawn](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chametz-burning-on-the-st-lawn/) - [Ta'anit Bechorot Siyyum](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/taanit-bechorot-siyyum/) - [Ta'anit Bechorot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/taanit-bechorot-2/) - [Israel on Tap- Cancelled](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israel-on-tap-7/) - Israel on Tap Join us for a captivating evening at Israel on Tap as we explore the Israeli Declaration of Independence. Savor your favorite beverage while uncovering the historical significance and enduring values behind Israel's journey to statehood. Cancelled - [How to Garden With Native Plants](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/how-to-garden-with-native-plants/) - Join us to learn from experts about how you can create wildlife habitat and protect our local streams by planting native plants. You’ll also learn about how to tap into municipal funding from Rockville, Gaithersburg, or Montgomery County. We will share tips on: What are the best native plants for my yard? Where can I - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/torah-tuesday-2-2/2024-02-27/) - [Listen. Share. Learn. - Reaction and Response to Antisemitism](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kulanu-reaction-response-to-antisemitism/) - “Listen. Share. Learn. - Reaction and Response to Antisemitism” is an insightful, in-person program created by the Shaare Torah Kulanu committee, aimed at reflecting and responding in the face of rising antisemitism. This event serves as a beacon of solidarity, resilience, and Jewish pride as we bring together our amazing and loving community, through thoughtful dialogue - [Candle Making Workshop](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-making-workshop/) - Candle Making Workshop craft your own memorial candles, a touching way to commemorate Israeli national holidays. Express your remembrance creatively and honor the significance of these special days with a personalized touch. Let's illuminate the spirit of unity and reverence together. May 3rd 5:00PM @Shaare Torah Register Here - [Sacred Grounds Native Plant Program - Online](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sacred-grounds-native-plant-program-online/) - Native Plants in Your Garden Protect Our Waterways, Wildlife and Environment Shaare Torah is participating in an exciting new program encouraging congregants to plant native plants at home. The Sacred Grounds program helps protect people and wildlife by providing native plant species suited to the soil and weather of Maryland. These plants provide food and - [Young Family Kabbalat Shabbat Service & Oneg (PreK-2nd Grade)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kochavim-2nd-grade-kabbalat-shabbat-service-oneg/) - Join us at Shaare Torah for a fun-filled Shabbat service tailored for young families with children ages PreK - 2nd grade. Join us to share family Shabbat customs, sing songs, and eat a delicious oneg! Gather to welcome Shabbat and meet new community members in our joyful atmosphere with friends & family. Click Here to - [Shaare Torah Town Hall Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-town-hall-meeting/) - Join Town Hall Please contact Abraham if you have any technical difficulties - [Purim 5784 Megillah Reading and Merriment](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/purim-5784-megillah-reading/) - Step into the vibrant celebration of Purim 5784 at Shaare Torah, where tradition meets festivity in an unforgettable evening. Join us on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 8 PM for an enchanting Megillah Reading, where the ancient tale of Esther comes to life amidst joyful melodies and communal spirit. But that's just the beginning – - [Shaare Torah Cultural Chavurah Deli Dinner](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-cultural-chavurah-deli-dinner/) - [Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/office-closed/) - Shalom friends, We are taking this Monday off for spring break! see you tomorrow. - [Israel on Tap](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israel-on-tap-6/) - Israel on Tap Immerse yourself in an enlightening evening at Israel on Tap, where we delve into the profound significance of the Israeli Declaration of Independence. Delight in your preferred drink as we unravel the rich history and timeless principles that shaped Israel's path to nationhood. Mark your calendars for April 11th at 6:30 PM - [Spring into Jewish Learning](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/spring-into-jewish-learning/2024-03-03/) - 3/3 - Jewish Text - Torah & Talmud4/7 - Jewish Practice - Shabbat & Kashrut4/14 - Jewish Freedom- Passover & Struggles for Justice in Every Generation4/28 - Jewish History, Memory & Peoplehood 5/5 - Jewish Prayer, Theology & God-Talk5/19 - Jewish Life Cycles - Birth, Relationships, Death & More6/2- Israel & American Jewish Identity6/9 - 2 - [Talyor Swift Purim Carnival and Shpiel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/purim-carnival/) - 🎉 Attention all Swifties and Purim enthusiasts! 🎉 Get ready to shake it off and celebrate in style at Shaare Torah's Taylor Swift-themed Purim Carnival on March 17th at 11AM! Join us for a day filled with music, laughter, and endless fun as we blend the magic of Purim with the electrifying energy of Taylor - [MOD - straus](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-straus-2/) - 7:30 p.m. services so that Jacob Straus can say Kaddish for his Father. We are pleased to offer a virtual Minyan On Demand to ensure our members can say Kaddish with a Minyan of their fellow community members. Minyan on Demand will be listed on our calendar and on the Homepage when scheduled, and can - [Celebrate International Women's Day with Kabbalat Shabbat and Dinner](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/celebrate-interntional-womens-day-with-kabbalat-shabbat-and-dinner/) - During a time of communal trauma for Israel and Jews in North America, we will welcome Rabbi Rivi D'ror from Israel as an act of Jewish Peoplehood. Join us to explore the texts and traditions that inspire and comfort us, learn about rabbinic leadership in Israel during the war, and offer an embrace as we - [Mitzvah Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mitzvah-day/) - Welcome to Shaare Torah's 2nd Annual Mitzvah Day! All Shaare Torah members, STECC/STK families, & Nesiyah at Shaare Torah families are invited to participate in Mitzvah Day 2024 on Sunday, March 10, 2024. Choose Your Adventure- Sign up here! Please take a look at the locations below and be sure to note any age limits listed. You - [Bar Mitzvah of Lynx Katz](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-lynx-katz/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Shaare Torah Early Childhood Purim: A Sensory-Friendly Purim Experience](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-early-childhood-purim-a-sensory-friendly-purim-experience/) - Shaare Torah Early Childhood Purim: A Sensory-Friendly Purim Experience Sunday, March 24, 2024, 10:30am - 12pm We will minimize the noise and other sensory input but maximize the fun! Join us for crafts, an interactive reading of the Purim story (megillah), a mitzvah (good deed) project and treats to take home. Costumes encouraged but not - [Jewish Culture Chavurah Israeli Film Workshop](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/cultural-chavura-isareli-film-workshop/) - Sure, you might be familiar with Shtisel and Fauda, but these are only the tip of the iceberg of the vibrant Israeli film and media industry. Film offers unique insights into a society. Join Snir Holtzman, an Israeli film enthusiast, who will discuss the history of Israeli film, introduce you to notable Israeli filmmakers, and - [Ruach in the Round Kabbalat Shabbat and Dinner Celebrating our New Members](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ruach-in-the-round-kabbalat-shabbat-and-dinner-celebrating-our-new-members/) - Ruach in the Round Kabbalat Shabbat and Dinner Celebrating our New Members Friday, February 23rd Friday, February 23rd - 6:00 PM Join us to honor our new members with dinner and musical Kabbalat Shabbat experience. REGISTER HERE! If you are joining us JUST for the Kabbalat Service, no registration is required. Cost: New Members - complimentary! - [The Story of the Ritchie Boys](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/the-story-of-the-ritchie-boys/) - An Afternoon with Bernie Lubran, President of the Friends of Camp Ritchie Sunday, March 10 at 2 p.m. at Shaare Torah The Ritchie Boys story is the stuff of spy novels — only it’s true. Join us and learn the secret history how refugees from Europe helped the Allies secure the ultimate victory in World - [Musical Havdalah Experience with Rabbi Shir Meira Feit](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/musical-havdalah-experience-with-rabbi-shir-meira-feit/) - Join Shaare Torah and The Jewish Studio for a musical Havdalah program with Rabbi Shir Meira Feit. REGISTER HERE - [First Responders Appreciation Event](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/first-responders-appreciation-event/) - Our annual First Responders Appreciation Event is coming! Sign up to bake and/or deliver treats for our First Responders. Bakers - please make 2-4 dozen goodies for plattering on separate trays to be delivered to police, fire, and rescue departments across the area. Items do not need to be kosher, just delicious! Plan to drop - [Eat Pray Sing](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/eat-pray-sing/) - Eat, Pray, Sing Hosted by the Polsky Family Friday, February 9th - 6:00 PM Eat, Pray, Sing is Shaare Torah's home hosted Kabbalat Shabbat service option. Join one of our community members in their home for a potluck meal, ruach, and Jewish community. This month's EPS is hosted by the Polsky Family. Registrants will be contacted - [Mini Golf Tournament & Camp Fair](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mini-golf-tournament-camp-fair/) - Join us for the 14th Annual Shaare Torah Mini Golf Tournament and Summer Camp Fair. Free to Play - suggested donation of $18 per family. Enjoy our indoor mini golf course and visit our sponsors to make your plans for summer camp! NEW THIS YEAR - Char Bar Kosher Food Truck will be at Shaare - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-shabbat-2-2-2-2/2024-02-03/) - Join Morah Allison Colker for our monthly Tot Shabbat gathering! Please come and bring a friend! It's a casual gathering for families with children 5 and under. We sing songs and prayers, read a Shabbat book, and have grape juice and challah. Families often stay and play on the STECC playground afterward. It's a great opportunity for parents to socialize! - [JDS Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/jds-shabbat/) - Join us to celebrate our JDS graduates. - [Dine, Pray, and Connect: A Special Kabbalat Shabbat Experience for 4th-7th Grade Families](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/dine-pray-and-connect-a-special-kabbalat-shabbat-experience-for-4th-7th-grade-families/) - 4th-7th Grade and Beit Midrash Kabbalat Shabbat & Community Dinner Friday, February 2nd 6:00-8:00 PM Please join us for our inclusive, family-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service led by our Rabbis and our 4th-7th grade Shaare Torah children & Beit Midrash students. Enjoy a delicious dinner, welcome the warmth of Shabbat in community, and even meet new friends! It is not required to be enrolled in religious - [2nd Annual Mitzvah Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/2nd-annual-mitzvah-day/) - more information TBD registration link here - [PJ Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pj-havdalah-2/) - [Crockpot Shabbat and Shabbat Shirah with Rena](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/crockpot-shabbat-and-shabbat-shirah-with-rena/) - Join us for a congregational favorite - Crock Pot Shabbat! We will provide the crockpot and the liner - you bring your ingredients! If you are making a dish to share, please bring all labeled KOSHER ingredients to Shaare Torah on Friday, 1/26/24 to assemble in our kitchen. Contact Sherry Fox sherryfox627@gmail.com for more information and to - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/torah-tuesday-2/2024-01-09/) - [Shine a Light on Israel with Johnny Cahn and Jim Feldman](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shine-a-light-on-israel-with-johnny-cahn-and-jim-feldman/) - Join us as we continue our Shine a Light on Israel series with Johnny Cahn and Jim Feldman. They will join us to discuss their recent volunteer efforts through the IDF with Sar-El. Since October 7th, Sar-El has been involved in critical tasks of checking, sorting and packing medical supplies, preparing combat meals, assembling ceramic - [Safety & Security Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/safety-security-meeting-3/) - [Safety & Security Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/safety-security-committee-meeting/2024-01-30/) - [7th Annual Kiddush Cup](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/7th-annual-kiddush-cup/) - Join us for the best Pregame in Town - Kiddush Cup 2024! Appetizers and Beverages - alcoholic and non-alcoholic - included. Admission is $18 per person - adults only please. please register here - [Teen Mental Health First Aid Training](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/teen-mental-health-first-aid-training-2/2024-01-17/) - Passionate about mental health? Are you the friend others always turn to? Want to help your friends, but don’t know where to start? Join us as we spill the tea on mental health and get certified in Teen Mental Health First Aid! This is a 3-session, certification course for teens in grades 10 - 12, - [MOD - Solomon](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-solomon-2/) - Jeff Kirschenbaum will be leading the 7:30 p.m. service so that Morris Solomon can say Kaddish for his sister, Janie Solomon. We are pleased to offer a virtual Minyan On Demand to ensure our members can say Kaddish with a Minyan of their fellow community members. Minyan on Demand will be listed on our calendar - [MOD - Cahn](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-cahn/) - Johnny Cahn will be leading the 7:30 p.m. zoom service so that Susan Cahn can say Kaddish for her father. We are pleased to offer a virtual Minyan On Demand to ensure our members can say Kaddish with a Minyan of their fellow community members. Minyan on Demand will be listed on our calendar and - [MOD - Friedlander](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-friedlander/) - Barbara Friedlander and her family will be saying Kaddish for her father. Barbara's brother will be leading the service from Florida. PLEASE NOTE: To accommodate the Friedlander family, the service will be at 8:00 p.m. on zoom. We are pleased to offer a virtual Minyan On Demand to ensure our members can say Kaddish with a - [Inclusion Committee Virtual Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/inclusion-committee-virtual-meeting/) - We will work on the base assumption that diversity and inclusion make our community better and stronger. We want to give a big shout out to Beri Kravitz who has been leading the equity task force to ensure that the ST website has inclusive language (a very big project!). Some of us have also served - [Israel on Tap](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israel-on-tap-5/) - Short lecture followed by an open conversation and drinks! come meet at a local brewery and talk about Israel from a different angle! we will follow different issues from Israel and some of the solutions that exist. getting deeper into specific topics about Israel from a personal point of view. registration is open here - [Shine A Light In Israel with Adam Simon](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shine-a-light-in-israel-with-adam-simon/) - Shine a Light on Israel with Adam Simon Tuesday, December 19th 7:00 PM at Shaare Torah There is much news about Israel, and it is oftentimes challenging to understand the realities on the ground, the nuances of this moment, and what the day by day portends for the future. Adam Simon returned last week from - [Winter Break - ST Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/winter-break-st-office-closed/) - [Here All Along with Sarah Hurwitz](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/here-all-along-with-sarah-hurwitz/) - Here All Along with Sarah Hurwitz Sunday, January 7, 2024 3:00 PM at Shaare Torah Sarah Hurwitz is author of “Here All Along: Finding Meaning, Spirituality, and a Deeper Connection to Life – in Judaism (After Finally Choosing to Look There)” and former speechwriter for President Obama and Michelle Obama. After 10 years as a - [You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah - teen movie night](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/you-are-so-not-invited-to-my-bat-mitzvah-teen-movie-night/) - come light candles and watch "you are so not invited to my bat mitzvah" while we enjoy movie snacks. register here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXciH__hbTw - [Early Childhood Hanukkah Extravaganza](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/early-childhood-hanukkah-extravaganza/) - Families with children five and under will gather for a fun-filled Hanukkah celebration and menorah lighting. Registration is required. - [Hanukkah Mitzvahkah: Nesiyah Hanukkah Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/hanukkah-mitzvahkah-nesiyah-hanukkah-celebration/) - All Shaare Torah students are invited to join us for Hanukkah Mitzvahkah on Sunday, December 10th from 10:30-12:00. Each class will be participating in different hands-on Mitzvah projects in honor and celebration of Hanukkah. At 12:00 PM, all parents are invited to join us for a community-wide ritual candle lighting and song session with Rabbi Annie and Leah Miller. More information to - [Healing Light: Abitah Album Release Concert](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/healing-light-abitah-album-release-concert/) - Mark the fourth night of Hanukkah with a community of music lovers. Share together in candle lighting while listening to a rich and multilayered soundscape of Middle Eastern vibes rooted in devotional music, with influences ranging from contemporary Israeli chant circles to contemplative jazz, mystical hasidic nigunim, and psychedelic folk-rock. Rabbi Yosef is celebrating the - [More Light! At RIO](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/more-light-at-rio/) - All are invited to join us and neighboring communities, Beth Ami and Kol Shalom for a lakefront public menorah lighting as we shine light in the darkness and enjoy live Hanukkah music. - [Shine a light on Israel with Rotem Ur](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shine-a-light-on-israel-with-rotem-ur/) - Join us for a study over lunch meeting with Rotem Ur our past Shlicha who is now working as part of the new education team for the evacuated families from the Gaza envelope. Join the zoom call from wherever you are and be with us in community and in solidarity with Israel. please register here - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/torah-tuesday/2023-01-24/) - Come join our Rabbis for a deep dive into Torah texts and current events. In person, and on Zoom - [More Light: A Hanukkah Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/more-light-a-hanukkah-celebration/) - Join us to celebrate Hanukkah with a festive Ruach in the Round Kabbalat Shabbat followed by Dinner, Latkes, & Libations. All are welcome for services! Dinner requires prior registration. - [Kentlands Tree & Menorah Lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kentlands-tree-menorah-lighting/) - The Kentlands Community Foundation Tree & Menorah Lighting has been bringing joy and spreading cheer for years throughout Gaithersburg and surrounding areas. This annual community event, viewed by many as the “official” start of the holiday season, attracts people of all ages with its winter-filled delights and picturesque setting. It is a can’t miss evening - [STMC Seahawks vs. Cowboys Watch Party](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stmc-seahawks-vs-cowboys-watch-party-2/) - The next Shaare Torah Men's Club (STMC) event will be a watch party for the Seahawks vs. Cowboys - Thursday Night Football game. We will have game day food (pizza, chips, etc.) and drinks (both alcohol and non alcoholic options). When: Thursday, November 30 at 7:45 p.m. (kickoff is at 8:15 p.m.) Where: Shaare Torah, - [STMC Seahawks vs. Cowboys Watch Party](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stmc-seahawks-vs-cowboys-watch-party/) - The next Shaare Torah Men's Club (STMC) event will be a watch party for the Seahawks vs. Cowboys - Thursday Night Football game. We will have game day food (pizza, chips, etc.) and drinks (both alcohol and non alcoholic options). When: Thursday, November 30 at 7:45 p.m. (kickoff is at 8:15 p.m.) Where: Shaare Torah, - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-4/) - [Reflections on Israel Mission Trip with Rabbi Annie](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/reflections-on-israel-mission-trip-with-rabbi-annie/) - Join Rabbi Annie to learn about her recent mission trip with the Fuchsberg Jerusalem Center to Israel. At 8 pm, there will be a maariv service followed by light refreshments. At 8:30 pm, the program will begin. Please register here - [Veterans Day (observed)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-observed-†-2/) - [Shiva Minyan for the Stein Family](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shiva-minyan-for-the-stein-family/) - [ECC Annual Shabbat Dinner](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ecc-annual-shabbat-dinner/) - Shabbat Sing led by Rabbi Annie and Rabbi Yosef, delicious Mediterranean dinner with meat and vegetarian options, The Great Zucchinni performance for the children, and parent socialization facilitated by the STECC/STK Parent Committee. We hope your family will join us! ECC/K families can register through the ECC email. - [MOD - Levin](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-levin/) - Access the meeting Please note that there is a minyan via Zoom Thursday, November 2nd at 7:30 p.m. Jonathan Bromberg is graciously leading the service so that Ari Levin can say Kaddish for his father. We are pleased to offer a virtual Minyan On Demand to ensure our members can say Kaddish with a Minyan of - [Chavurah Brunch](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chavurah-brunch/) - [Thrive for 6th-8th Grade](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thrive-for-6th-8th-grade/) - Shaare Torah is partnering with JCADA to provide workshops to help teens understand the dynamics of a healthy relationship. This workshop will be for 6th-8th grade students. Register now! - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-5/) - ST Finance Committee is in charge of managing our budget and finances, keeping us on track to maintain our vibrant community resources. This committee meets on Zoom monthly. - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-shabbat-2-2-2/2023-11-04/) - Join Morah Allison Colker for our monthly Tot Shabbat gathering! Please come and bring a friend! It's a casual gathering for families with children 5 and under. We sing songs and prayers, read a Shabbat book, and have grape juice and challah. Families often stay and play on the STECC playground afterward. It's a great opportunity for parents to socialize! - [MOD - Schloss](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-schloss-3/) - Access the meeting Please note that there is a 7:30 p.m. minyan, via zoom, on Wednesday, November 1st, so that Essie Schloss can say Kaddish for her mother and brother. A special thank you to Jonathan Bromberg who has graciously agreed to lead the service. We are pleased to offer a virtual Minyan On Demand to - [Rabin Remembrance Day with sheliach Abraham](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israel-on-tap-4/) - #YomRabin It’s time to transform the way we argue Join us in marking Yom Rabin as the Jewish Day of Healthy Argument. Amid the horror, heartbreak, and devastation of the past week and a half, what value is there for those of us advocating and training for healthy arguments? When no words are left, and when gunmen - [Eat, Pray Sing Hosted by Rena & Pepe Strauss](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/eat-pray-sing-hosted-by-rena-and-pepe-strauss/) - Please join Rena and Pepe Strauss for Eat Pray Sing in their home on November 3rd. Rena will be making a Siyum for completing Seder Nashim (Women), the third order of the Talmud and Masechet (Tractate) Kiddushin (Laws of Betrothal) that day. Together we will celebrate with Kabbalat Shabbat, a short drash and the traditional Hadran for the completion of learning - [Jewish Culture Chavurah Trip to the Capital Jewish Museum](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/jewish-culture-chavurah-trip-to-the-capital-jewish-museum/) - Special exhibition: Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg The total tour time is 1 1/2 hours and ends in the Community Action Lab, where we can engage more deeply though conversation and learn about resources and workshops that will further our connection to our local Jewish roots. Cost: $18 per person. - [STMC Steak & Bourbon Night (21+)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stmc-steak-bourbon-night-21/) - The Shaare Torah Men's Club will hold its annual Steak & Bourbon event on Sunday, October 22nd at 5pm. The price of the event will be $49 per person and is open to everyone 21 and over. Please register here: https://forms.gle/6goz3XKUBM8TrQzC6 The deadline to register for the event is Thursday, October 12th at 5pm. - [Montgomery County Vigil for Israel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/montgomery-county-vigil-for-israel/) - Presented by Beth Ami, Beth Sholom, Bnai Israel, B’nai Tzedek, CESJDS, Har Shalom, Kol Shalom, Shaare Torah, Washington Hebrew Congregation, ADL and AJC. Sponsored by The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington. Available in person at Har Shalom or virtually by livestream. More information and babysitting for ages 5-11 - [DC Area Vigil for Israel: Prayer, Song & Solidarity](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/dc-area-vigil-for-israel-prayer-song-solidarity/) - Together, we will draw strength from one another as we mourn those we’ve lost, stand with those in peril, and pray for Israel’s peace, safety, and security. Closed captioning and ASL interpretation provided. Also available by livestream. Hosted by Adas Israel and Washington Hebrew Congregation in partnership with DC area synagogues; sponsored by The Jewish - [Book Club - Zoom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/book-club-in-person-2/) - The Shaare Torah Jewish Book Club, which reads books of Jewish interest, meets nine times per year. We create the annual reading list through member input. Our goal is to read varied voices writing in different places and different times around the world. Our eclectic selection includes books that challenge, entertain, and educate us. Discussions - [Unroll the Scroll - Simchat Torah Community Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/simchat-torah-community-celebration-2/) - Shalom Shaare Torah Community, Today, as we observe our holiday, we also weep with our siblings in Israel. We mourn the loss of hundreds of lives in the horrific incursion this morning from Gaza and we pray for thousands injured and dozens taken hostage. We know many of you are deeply concerned for family members - [Kabbalat Shabbat - Camp Shabbat!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-camp-shabbat/) - Adults and kids are invited to join us in your best camp swag for a special Camp style Kabbalat Shabbat and oneg! - [Montgomery County Mapping Segregation](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/montgomery-county-mapping-segregation/) - While Montgomery County’s new suburbs were booming and the real estate industry was busy creating new subdivisions, Jewish homeowners were often purposefully excluded from the new developments. In the Downcounty region, nearly 25% of the racially restrictive covenants specifically targeted the Jewish community. Rebeccah Ballo will explore how Montgomery County enshrined antisemitism, and highlight the - [Simchat Torah Services for All Ages](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/simchat-torah-community-celebration/) - [Israeli Dinner in the Sukkah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israeli-dinner-in-the-sukkah/) - Join Abraham kicking off our high school teens programs with Sabich, an Israeli delight made from eggplants, boiled eggs and potatoes and a verity of salads all together in a pita. Join us tonight and bring your friends. registration is open here - [Sukkot Morning Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-3-2/) - [Sips & Dips](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sips-dips/) - Step into the magical world of the Shaare Torah Sukkah for an unforgettable evening filled with warmth, camaraderie, and delicious treats. Join us under the stars as we celebrate the joyous festival of Sukkot in our beautifully adorned sukkah, where friends and family come together to create cherished memories. Please register here - [Visit The Sukkah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/visit-the-sukkah/) - Our community is offering you to get to know new people and do the Mitzvah of sitting in the Sukkah!! David & Judy Potasznik will be hosting in their sukkah on October 5th around 6:30 PM. Please register here Have a question feel free to contact us at Shaare Torah abelilty@shaaretorah.org , or contact the - [Visit The Sukkah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/visit-the-sukkah-2/) - Our community is offering you to get to know new people and do the Mitzvah of sitting in the Sukkah!! Mike and Karen Lasday will be hosting in their sukkah on Monday, October 2nd at 7:00 PM. Please register here Have a question feel free to contact us at Shaare Torah abelilty@shaaretorah.org , or contact - [Nesiyah Brunch in the Sukkah & Meet the Teacher!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/nesiyah-meet-the-teacher-sukkah-brunch/) - Get ready for our annual Brunch in the Sukkah on Sunday, October 1st, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at Shaare Torah. To add a meaningful start to the day, please join us if you would like for Sukkot services beforehand, which will commence at 9:30 AM. Please dress in business casual attire and be a part of this unforgettable - [Open A Window](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/open-a-window/) - Open a Window is a “Sip and Paint” community experience. Join our Shaliach Abraham to drink wine, draw and paint a window to decorate a sukkah. together we will see and learn about Israeli and Jewish window designs, views and stories. Registration is open here come enjoy the time together, feel your connection to the - [Tot Simchat Torah Experience](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-simchat-torah-experience/) - [Simchat Torah Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/simchat-torah-services/) - [MOD - Liss](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-liss/) - Connie Liss can say Kaddish for her father. The 7:30 p.m. service will be led by Rabbi Mark Raphael. Join our service here! - [Shiva with Minyan - Mandel Family](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shiva-with-minyan-mandel-family/2023-08-21/) - The Shaare Torah community mourns the loss of Marie Rosenberg z''l, mother of Marianne (Phil) Mandel. Born in Amsterdam, Marie was the sole member of her family to survive the Holocaust. She passed away Friday before Shabbat. Shiva will take place at the Mandel residence (please consult email for address or contact Abby Israel at aisrael@shaaretorah.org) on Monday, - [Withnell MOD & Coxe Shiva Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/withnell-mod-coxe-shiva-minyan/) - This service will NOT be a zoom minyan. The two minyans are being combined at 7 p.m. at the Coxe family home. Rabbi Mark is leading the combined minyans in person. Interested parties should contact Morris Solomon (cwsolomon19302@gmail.com) for more location details, or check the Shaare Torah directory. - [Soulful Selichot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/soulful-selichot/) - Get ready for a New Year with music, stories and a drink to chase the old year away! Register on eventibrite. - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-3/) - Join Rabbi Annie and Rabbi Yosef to shed the worries of the week and welcome Shabbat with soulful song in community. - [Parents' Night](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parents-night/) - While the kids are away, the parents will play! Join Leah Miller, Director of Family Education & Engagement for a night of gaming and schmoozing with other parents in the Shaare Torah community. Appetizers provided by us - drinks and game cards can be purchased at individuals' discretion. Space is limited - register soon! - [STMC Attends: Frederick Keys vs. WV Black Bears](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stmc-attends-frederick-keys-vs-wv-black-bears/) - Join Men's Club for an evening of minor league baseball fun! Adult tickets are $10 for adults, $8 each for youths & seniors for seats at the game, not inclusive of concessions. Seats are limited so purchase tickets now! - [Parents Night Out!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parents-night-out/) - Parents' Night Thursday, August 3rd - 6:30 PM While the kids are away, the parents will play! Meet other Shaare Torah community parents for a night of drinks, gaming and schmoozing at Dave & Busters! Appetizers provided by us - drinks and game cards can be purchased at individuals' discretion. Spots limited--Registration required! Contact Leah Miller with any - [Sunday Morning Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan/2022-12-18/) - [Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-hashanah-day-2-services/) - Our Rosh Hashanah Services will be held at Lakelands Park Middle School on September 16 - Day 1, and at Shaare Torah on September 17 - Day 2. Click here to register for High Holiday Services - [Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-hashanah-day-1-services/) - Our Rosh Hashanah Services will be held at Lakelands Park Middle School on September 16 - Day 1, and at Shaare Torah on September 17 - Day 2. Click here to register for High Holiday Services - [Apples & Honey Fest](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/apples-honey-fest/) - Join Rabbi Annie and Rabbi Yosef, along with a live band, for an outdoor Rosh Hashanah concert on the Shaare Torah lawn. Register Here - [Board Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/board-meeting-2/2023-08-30/) - The Board of Trustees of Shaare Torah (“the board”) ensures implementation of the synagogue’s 2020 vision. The Board engages its member families, while nurturing the physical, financial and spiritual aspects of our congregation. The Board builds a strong Jewish community through shared responsibility and sustainable relevance. The Board measures success by achieving: membership growth, increased - [Minyan on Demand - Ginsberg](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-ginsburg-2/) - We are pleased to offer a virtual Minyan On Demand to ensure our members can say Kaddish with a Minyan of their fellow community members. Minyan on Demand will be listed on our calendar and on the Homepage when scheduled, and can be accessed here. Due to the fast of Tisha B'Av, services will begin at - [BBYO: Regional Convention Northern Region East](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bbyo-regional-convention-northern-region-east/) - From January 19 - January 21 more than 400 teens from across Northern Region East will gather for Regional Convention 2024 in Arlington, VA. Save the date: Registration ($430) OPENS Monday, November 13 at 8:15pm. The convention fee ($430) includes all hotel, meal, and programming fees. Bus transportation will be provided from Howard County, and Baltimore. Montgomery County teens have the option to either ride - [BBYO DC Council Fall Field Night & Kickoff](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bbyo-dc-council-fall-field-night-kickoff/) - Join us for DC Council's Fall Field Night + Kickoff at the Bender JCC! Prepare for an event like no other. Kick-off the new BBYO year with incredible activities - including games, snacks, dancing and SO. MUCH. MORE!! At this carnival-style event, each chapter will have their own booth, and prospective members will have a chance to visit and enjoy - [Tisha B'av](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tisha-bav-2/) - [Reflections on the Destruction: A Talmudic Story](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/reflections-on-the-destruction-a-talmudic-story/2023-07-11/) - In this three-part class leading up to Tisha B'Av, we will study a narrative text from the Talmud to elucidate how the rabbis understood their own role in the dissolution of Jewish autonomy and the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem. No text background necessary. Registration is requested. As each class will build on the - [Ruach in the Round](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ruach-in-the-round-2/) - We're excited to introduce a new, spirited, song-filled Kabbalat Shabbat service, "Ruach in the Round," led by our rabbis and the Shaare Torah Davenning Team, with percussion accompaniment. Services will be followed with a light oneg. We hope you'll join us to welcome Shabbat with both old, familiar tunes and new ones as we settle - [MOD- Loewentritt](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-loewentritt/) - Please note that there is a minyan service this Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m., via zoom, so that Neil Loewentritt and his family can say Kaddish for his father. Jonathan Bromberg is graciously leading the service. Thank you in advance for ensuring that fellow congregants can say Kaddish in remembrance of loved ones. - [Family Interfaith Juneteenth Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/family-interfaith-juneteenth-celebration/) - Shaare Torah, in partnership with Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Fairhaven Church and our neighboring Rt. 28 faith communities will be hosting a Family Interfaith Juneteenth Celebration! Please join us for music, ice cream sundaes, and a celebration of our interfaith community. The event is free, but sign up below so there will be enough - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-shabbat-2-2/2023-06-03/) - Join Morah Allison Colker for our monthly Tot Shabbat gathering! Please come and bring a friend! It's a casual gathering for families with children 5 and under. We sing songs and prayers, read a Shabbat book, and have grape juice and challah. Families often stay and play on the STECC playground afterward. It's a great opportunity for parents to socialize! - [Shaboom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaboom/) - Bring a picnic dinner to this musical Friday night event co-sponsored by Shaare Torah. We'll provide drinks and challah. Register here - [Book Club - In Person](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/book-club-in-person/2023-09-10/) - The Shaare Torah Jewish Book Club, which reads books of Jewish interest, meets nine times per year. We create the annual reading list through member input. Our goal is to read varied voices writing in different places and different times around the world. Our eclectic selection includes books that challenge, entertain, and educate us. Discussions - [Book Club Meeting - Zoom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/book-club-meeting-zoom/2023-11-12/) - The Shaare Torah Jewish Book Club, which reads books of Jewish interest, meets nine times per year. We create the annual reading list through member input. Our goal is to read varied voices writing in different places and different times around the world. Our eclectic selection includes books that challenge, entertain, and educate us. Discussions - [Book Club](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/book-club-2/) - The Shaare Torah Jewish Book Club, which reads books of Jewish interest, meets nine times per year. We create the annual reading list through member input. Our goal is to read varied voices writing in different places and different times around the world. Our eclectic selection includes books that challenge, entertain, and educate us. Discussions - [Annual Meeting Agenda Q&A Session](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/annual-meeting-agenda-qa-session/2023-06-07/) - In advance of the Annual Meeting there will be two Q & A sessions regarding the agenda items. These meetings will be held via Zoom (Call-in information: 1 301 715 8592 Meeting ID: 301 869 9842 Passcode: 868070) on June 7 at 8pm and June 11 at 8pm. Please reach out to us directly if you have - [Celebrating Pride with Gaithersburg Community Museum](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/celebrating-pride-with-gaithersburg-community-museum/) - Join us in the Gaithersburg community museum to stir the imagination & foster family involvement in a fun & stimulating environment exploring rainbows. - [ST Annual Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-annual-meeting/) - The 2023 Shaare Torah Annual Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 13 at 7:30pm. We look forward to coming together to celebrate and reflect on the past year and to discuss our exciting plans for the year to come. As a community that values the contributions and voices of all of our members, we hope that - [Bar Mitzvah of Ben Cashon](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/b-mitzvah-of-ben-cashon/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. - [Ice Cream Party on the Shaare Torah Lawn for all ages](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ice-cream-sundae-party-on-the-shaare-torah-lawn-for-all-ages/) - Celebrate Shavuot with free dairy treats on the Shaare Torah Lawn featuring Mr. Softee - all ages welcome to our ice cream celebration. Register here Click on the picture to go to all Shavuot programs: - [Minyan on Demand - Withnell](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-withnell/) - Rabbi Mark will lead a service on Zoom so Michele Withnell may say kaddish for her father. Join on Zoom. - [Book Club](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/book-club/) - The Shaare Torah Jewish Book Club, which reads books of Jewish interest, meets nine times per year. We create the annual reading list through member input. Our goal is to read varied voices writing in different places and different times around the world. Our eclectic selection includes books that challenge, entertain, and educate us. Discussions are - [Culture Chavurah Barbecue](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/culture-chavurah-barbecue/) - Rain date June 11th - Hosted at the Weisbard Residence - [Bat Mitzvah of Ellie Geiger](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bat-mitzvah-of-ellie-geiger/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bar Mitzvah of Ben Straus](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-ben-straus/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bar Mitzvah of Reed Lang](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-reed-lang/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bat Mitzvah of Hannah Cooper](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bat-mitzvah-of-hannah-cooper/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bar Mitzvah of Nathan Khasilev](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-nathan-khasilev/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bar Mitzvah of Jack Spiegel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-jack-spiegel/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bar Mitzvah of Eli Steiner](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-eli-steiner/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bar Mitzvah of Alex Draisen](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-alex-draisen/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bat Mitzvah of Avery Silbert](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bat-mitzvah-of-avery-silbert/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bar Mitzvah of Simon Schwab](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-simon-schwab/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bat Mitzvah of Brooke Raskin](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bat-mitzvah-of-brooke-raskin/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bar Mitzvah of Zach Goodman](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-zach-goodman/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bat Mitzvah of Mazie Fronstin](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bat-mitzvah-of-mazie-fronstin/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Truck Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/truck-day/) - The annual Truck Day event is coming back to Shaare Torah! Save the date - more details coming soon. - [Tikkun Leil Shavuot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-tikkun-at-lewis-goldman-household/) - Tikkun Leil Shavuot – Join us for a night of delicious Torah study sessions and dairy delights in community. Please register click on the picture to go to all Shavuot programs - [Lag Ba'Omer](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/lag-baomer-2/) - join us on May 9th, 7:30PM, at Shaare Torah to enjoy Smores and Friends around the Bonfire at 7:30 pm followed by a Short Study about the holiday 8:00 pm event will end at 8:30 pm registration is open here - [Religious School End of Year Family Picnic & Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/end-of-year-party/) - Sunday, May 21st 12:00-1:15 PM FREE- RSVP by Tuesday, May 16 All religious school families are invited to join us in celebration of our amazing year of learning at Shaare Torah! You bring a pareve/dairy lunch for your family; We will provide tables and chairs, water, lemonade! Special guest star: Mister Softee! Lawn games, popcorn, - [MOD - Frank](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-frank/) - Minyan to say Kaddish for Beatrice Frank, z''l. Service led by Carl Berger on Zoom. - [MOD - Solomon](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-solomon/) - Minyan led by Jonathan Bromberg to say Kaddish for Jeanette Solom, z''l. On Zoom. - [Bar Mitzvah of Seth Childs](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-seth-childs/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [B'nai Mitzvah of Asher & Eden Kotok](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bnai-mitzvah-of-asher-eden-kotok/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. Our “B’nai Mitzvah Experience” goal is to “launch” each student and family - [Bat Mitzvah of Ilyssa Loewentritt](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/b-mitzvah-of-ilyssa-loewentritt/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. - [Bar Mitzvah of Braden Walter](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-braden-walter/) - It is always wonderful to celebrate adolescent coming of age for our children at Shaare Torah. We know that our families have very diverse understandings of their own Jewish priorities, as well as what they hope the Bar/Bat/B’nai Mitzvah experience will look like. - [Shavuot I - Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-i/) - Festival of Weeks - [Lag Ba'Omer - S'mores and Study](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/lag-baomer-smores-and-study/) - Join us for a bonfire night, with s'mores, music, community and optional learning. - [Israel on Tap](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israel-on-tap-3/) - join us to drink beer and hear about Israel! registration open here - [Art Museum Trip - ST Culture Chavurah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/art-museum-trip-st-culture-chavurah/) - The American Visionary Art Museum is ranked as one of the two most unique museums in the United States. It features art by self-taught artists, including Esther Nisenthal Krinitz. On May 17, the Jewish Culture Chavurah is sponsoring a special docent-led tour of Nisenthal Krinitz' Holocaust Survival Story told through 36 hand-embroidered works. We - [Religious School Open House](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/religious-school-open-house/) - please RSVP in email to Leah Miller - [Eat Pray Sing with Rabbi Gershom Sizomu](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-with-rabbi-sizomu/) - Joining us will be Rabbi Gershom Sizomu, of the Abayudaya community in Uganda. Rabbi Gershom will share with us the story of the fascinating history, meaningful experience, and critical needs of the Abayudaya Jews in Uganda. He will also teach us some of the special melodies of their Kabbalat Shabbat service. 6:30 PM - Candle - [Comedy Night](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/comedy-night/) - We proudly announce the RETURN of Shaare Torah's Annual Comedy Night! This evening will feature comedian Mark Riccadonna. Doors & Bar start at 7:30pm, show starts at 8:15pm. $40 per ticket, $72 for a pair, and $260 for a table/8 tickets. (after May 10th prices increase to $50 per ticket/$100 per pair). The price includes bar, hors d'oeuvres & - [K-3rd Grade Shabbat and 3rd Grade Chagigat HaSiddur Ceremony](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/3rd-grade-shabbat-dinner-and-blessings-of-the-siddur/) - Please join us for Kabbalat Shabbat services and oneg, Friday, May 5th at 7:00 PM. During the service, our 3rd graders will be receiving their Siddur in a special ceremony called Chagigat HaSiddur. Each grade will be leading a special blessing during the service as well. We look forward to welcoming Shabbat with you! RSVP - [Yom Haatzmaut Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-haatzmaut-celebration/) - Come join us in celebrating! Registration is open here. If you are interested in volunteering for the event and helping create it register here. - [Board Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-2-2/) - [Education Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/education-committee-meeting-2/) - Monthly Ed Committee Meeting - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-4/) - Finance Committee meets on Zoom. - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting-2/) - Social Action monthly committee meeting - [Sallah Shabati - Film and Discussion](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sallah-shabati-film-and-discussion/) - the Israel focused Chavura is starting it's programs right after the 75th independence celebration. Join us to watch the Efraim Kishon classic Israeli film Sallah Shabati and for a short discussion after the film. enjoy popcorn and good company, share your thoughts about the film and discuss different topics regarding Israel's history and current events. - [MOD - Loeb](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-loeb/) - Join us for this in-person Minyan on Demand in Room 209. - [Back to the 80s Party!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/club-1409-80s-party/) - Join Club 1409 for the much-awaited social gathering of the decades! Music, fashion, neon, drinks, dessert, and all the fun will be at this event guaranteed to bring you back in time. Click Here to Register - [Safety & Security Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/safety-security-meeting/2023-01-11/) - [4th-6th Grade Kabbalat Shabbat Service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/4th-6th-grade-kabbalat-shabbat-dinner-service/) - [Good Deeds Week](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/good-deeds-week/) - [Bar Mitzvah of Jacob Stubbins](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/b-mitzvah-of-jacob-stubbins/) - [Bar Mitzvah of Kyle Berger](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/b-mitzvah-of-kyle-berger/) - [ST Office Closed (ECC Open)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-office-closed-ecc-open-2/) - ST office closed for Yom Tov, but ECC remains open. - [ST Office Closed (ECC Open)](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-office-closed-ecc-open/) - ST office closed for Yom Tov, but ECC stays open. - [Yom Tov Service w/ Yizkor](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-tov-service-w-yizkor/) - At Shaare Torah & on Zoom. - [Yom Tov Service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/yom-tov-service/) - At Shaare Torah & on Zoom. - [Shabbat Morning Services & Naming of Vivienne Dace Feldman](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-6/) - [ST Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-office-closed-2/) - Office Closed for Pesach Yom Tov. - [ST Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-office-closed/) - Office closed for Pesach Yom Tov. - [Taanit Bechorot - sponsored by Ryan & Rachael Speigel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/taanit-bechorot-sponsored-by-ryan-speigel/) - Join us for a morning minyan & siyum for Ta'anit Behorot (Fast of the Firstborn). Accompanying breakfast sponsored by Ryan & Rachael Spiegel. This service will be followed by Chametz burning in the fire pits on the ST lawn. What do we need to let go of to make space for renewal? - [Chametz Sale Deadline](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chametz-sale-deadline/) - Authorize the Rabbis to sell your Chametz here by 5 pm on Tuesday, April 4th. - [Shabbat Morning Services & Chametz Kiddush](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-5/) - [Middle School Pre-Pesach Hummus Contest](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/middle-school-pre-pesach-hummus-contest/) - Come join Abraham, our shaliach, in learning how to make hummus and creating your own interpretation. We will also learn a little about Pesach in Israel. Come hang out with friends and eat some good food before Pesach and spring break! Registration is open here: https://shaaretorah.shulcloud.com/event/middle-school-pre-pesach-hummus-contest.html# - [Membership Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/membership-meeting/) - Shaare Torah membership committee is meeting at Shaare Torah. - [Finance Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/finance-meeting/) - Shaare Torah finance committee is meeting on Zoom. - [Bat Mitzvah of Julia Maarec](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/maarec-b-mitzvah/) - ["The History of the Haggadah" w/ Dr. Joshua Kulp](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/josh-kulp-passover-haggadah-learning/) - As we prepare for Passover, join Dr. Kulp, visiting scholar and Rosh Yeshiva of the Conservative Yeshiva in Jerusalem, as he shares a fascinating lecture and visual presentation including medieval manuscripts of the Haggadah, the ancient text that is the basis for the ritual of the Passover seder. All are welcome! Register here - [JCRC Community Yom HaShoah Commemoration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/jcrc-community-yom-hashoah-commemoration/) - [Religious Life Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/religious-life-meeting/) - On Zoom. - [ST Culture Chavurah Yom HaShoah Keynote Speaker: Rebecca Erbelding](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rebecca-erbelding/) - In the midst of Montgomery County’s rise in antisemitic acts, Shaare Torah of Gaithersburg, Maryland, gathers on Sunday, April 16, 2 p.m., to remember and honor those who perished in the Holocaust and those who tried to save them. Keynote speaker Rebecca Erbelding, author of Rescue Board: The Untold Story of America's Efforts to Save - [Men's Club March Madness](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mens-club-march-madness/) - The STMC March Madness Watch Party will be Thursday, March 16th at 7pm. We have reserved Max's Pub, a private event space on the first floor of the Colonnade (23 Arch Pl Gaithersburg, MD 20878). The deadline to sign up is Monday March 13th at noon. Please register here The cost will be $20, which covers appetizers, pizza, snacks, and drinks. The - [MOD - Schloss](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-schloss-2/) - [MOD - Straus](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-straus/) - [MOD - Schloss](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mod-schloss/) - [Green Team Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/green-team-meeting/) - [Chesed Planning Meeting 2](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chesed-planning-meeting-2/) - One of the core values of our Shaare Torah community is that our Rabbis and loving community are present for all Shaare Torah members during times of great joy (e.g., birth), sadness (e.g. the loss of a loved one), transition (e.g., divorce), and healing (e.g., illness or injury). We'd like your help in living these values. - [Shabbat Morning Services & Kugel Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-4/) - Kugel Shabbat! We are so excited to continue our Kugel Kiddush tradition this year, but we need YOU to volunteer to make a kugel to share. All kugels must be made from kosher dairy or pareve ingredients (with a heckshur) in the Shaare Torah kitchen. We are looking for both sweet and savory kugels - please also - [Kabbalat Shabbat - Friday Night With Friends at the Bender JCC](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat/) - Rabbi, musician, actress, Jessica Kate Meyer along with Chazzan Basya Schechter of Romemu will create a most wonderful Shabbat experience. After we will discuss the American political scene with William Kristol, former chief of staff to VP Dan Quayle and founder of the Weekly Standard, and senior editor of the Bulwark. A great start to - [Bat Mitzvah of Amelia Stickle](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bat-mitzvah-of-amelia-stickle/) - [Israel-focused Chavurah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israel-chug/) - Organizational Meeting for Israel-focused Chavurah Thursday 3/2 @ 8:00pm We want to establish an Israel-focused Chavura at ST. The goal of the Chavura is to provide members a place to build community around this topic. This group would develop initiatives to bring Israel-related programming (political, cultural, historical, whatever) to ST based on members' interests and - [Davening Team Practice](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/davening-team-practice/) - The davening team for Ruach in the Round 3.24 is invited to rehearse at ST now! - [Sunday Morning Minyan - World Wide Wrap](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-4/) - [Ruach in the Round](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ruach-in-the-round/) - Join us Friday, March 24th for our spirited Friday night service full of song, accompanied by percussion (7-8 pm). We will continue the celebration with an oneg after the service. Our Ruach in the Round davening/song-leading team will meet at Shaare Torah, Thursday, March 16th (8-9:15 pm) to sing together and practice tunes in preparation for Kabbalat Shabbat. - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-2/) - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-3/) - On Zoom - [ST Culture Chavurah Film Discussion with Jason Greene](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-culture-chavurah-film-discussion-with-jason-greene/) - Finding Fellowship is a documentary that tells the story of how a Black church on Rt. 28 and two white churches in Quince Orchard came together in the wake of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s death to create the integrated Fairhaven United Methodist Church, a community of faith that still exists today. But the story - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tot-shabbat-2/2023-02-04/) - Join Morah Allison Colker for our monthly Tot Shabbat gathering! Please come and bring a friend! It's a casual gathering for families with children 5 and under. We sing songs and prayers, read a Shabbat book, and have grape juice and challah. Families often stay and play on the STECC playground afterward. It's a great opportunity for parents to socialize! - [Gold Shiva Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/gold-shiva-minyan-2/) - Led by Rabbi Annie at the Gold/Smiga Residence in memory of Manny Volk, z''l, father of Pamela Gold. - [Gold Shiva Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/gold-shiva-minyan/) - Led by Adam Polsky at the Gold/Smiga Residence in memory of Manny Volk, z''l, father of Pamela Gold. - [Emerging Empty Nesters Happy Hour at Coopers Hawk Winery](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/emerging-empty-nesters-happy-hour/) - Join the Emerging & Official Empty Nesters at Cooper's Hawk Winery in Rockville for Happy Hour! No RSVP required - any questions? Contact Ken Beecher - [Mini Golf](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mini-golf/) - Join us as we are called to Shaare Torah for Minigolf's PAR Mitzvah! Free golf, suggested donation of $18/family Register Here - [Kiddush Cup](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kiddush-cup/) - Join us for the 6th Annual Kiddush Cup at Shaare Torah! Click Here to Register - [Purim at Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/purim-at-shaare-torah/) - For more details about our Puim festivites, please CLICK HERE - [Green Team Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/green-team-meeting-2/) - Contact Beri Kravitz for details! - [Shaare Torah Men's Club Poker Tournament](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-mens-club-poker-tournament/) - The Shaare Torah Men's Club Poker Tournament will be held Sunday, February 26th at 5:30 p.m at Shaare Torah, and the total cost will be $40 (including both dinner and poker buy-in). Please register here: https://forms.gle/sX4Zv7uhQcyp6W1i7 The deadline for signing up is Thursday February 23rd at noon. For the poker buy in, please bring $20 cash. The registration - [Beer'a V'Shira - Celebrating Israel's 75th](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/beera-veshira-celebrating-israels-75th/) - A night around Israeli music and beer! Sing along and learn about your favorite Israeli music & stories with Abraham in honor of Israel's 75th year. 21+ only, please. You can register here to take part of this wonderful evening. - [Israel on Tap @Landmade Brewing](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/israel-on-tap-2/) - lecture and beer! come meet at a local brewery and talk about Israel from a different angle! we will follow different issues from Israel and some of the solutions that exist. getting deeper into specific topics about Israel from a personal point of view. Protest Culture Israelis take very seriously their right to protest. - [PJ Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/pj-havdalah/) - PJ Havdalah is back for the first time since the pandemic! Our annual PJ Havdalah is for children ages 6 and younger (older siblings are of course welcome!) Join us for breakfast for dinner, crafts, & of course story time! Come in PJs! $5 per person, $20 family max. Register here! - [3rd-5th Grade Shabbat Morning Program](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/3rd-5th-grade-shabbat-morning-program/) - Please join us Saturday, February 25th at 10:30 AM for our 3rd, 4th, & 5th grade Family Shabbat morning experience! We will pray together, participate in some fun parsha Shabbat activities and discussions, and then join the entire congregation for a Kiddush lunch. This program will be led by Beth Ann Katz, Laura Wagner, & Leah Miller. - [Countering Active Threat Training](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/counteracting-active-threat-training/) - Dear Shaare Torah Community, Over the past five months the Safety & Security Committee has been actively working with our Federal, State, and local partners to strengthen the safety and security of Shaare Torah. You may have noticed a more visible safety and security presence during the high holidays or modifications to our Shabbat service procedures. While - [Social Action Committee Meeting via Zoom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/social-action-committee-meeting/) - Join us online for the monthly Social Action Committee Meeting. We will meet online - Click Here to Join the Meeting - [Hamantaschen Make & Take](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/hamantaschen-make-take/) - Join us at Shaare Torah to make delicious hamentaschen to bake at home! We'll provide the dough and the fillings, and the trays to bring them home. Come ready to assemble! Register Here! - [6th & 7th Grade Shabbat Morning Program](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/6th-7th-grade-shabbat-morning-program/) - 6th-7th Shabbat Morning Program - Event - Shaare Torah (shulcloud.com) Please join us on Saturday, Feb. 11th at 10:30 AM for our 6th & 7th grade Family Shabbat morning experience! We will pray together, participate in some parsha Shabbat activities and discussions, and then join the entire congregation for a Kiddush lunch. This program will be led - [Purim Family Mitzvah Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/purim-family-mitzvah-day/) - We are excited to announce our Purim Family Mitzvah Day on Sunday, March 5th from 9:00-12:00! All Kindergarten-12th grade families will come to celebrate the holiday of Purim by performing the traditional acts of Mitzvot (commandments/good deeds). Children and adults will sign up for a spot a one of more than 15 different locations around - [4th Grade B’nai Mitzvah Date Reveal Celebration](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/4th-grade-bnai-mitzvah-date-reveal-celebration/) - Parents and children are invited to join us for the BIG UNVEILING! We are excited to present our current 4th grade students with their B’nai Mitzvah date on Sunday, March 12th from 12:00-1:00 PM! Please join us at ST for finger foods, fun, and the big reveal as we celebrate our children and their first - [BeAware Security Training](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/beaware-security-training/) - Over the past five months the Safety & Security Committee has been actively working with our Federal, State, and local partners to strengthen the safety and security of Shaare Torah. You may have noticed a more visible safety and security presence during the high holidays or modifications to our Shabbat service procedures. While we have not received any specific - [First Responders Event](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/first-responders-event/) - Attention all bakers! Our Annual First Responders Event, sponsored by the Social Action Committee, is coming up. For this event, congregants deliver trays of baked goods to our local first responders. Please Click Here to sign up on the attached spreadsheet to bake and/or deliver tasty treats to our local police and firefighters. - [Coffee & Conversation with Montgomery County Councilperson Will Jawando](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/montgomery-county-councilperson-will-jawando-st/) - Join Meredith Weisel, Regional Director of the ADL and Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando to discuss issues pertaining to Montgomery County, the Jewish community and beyond. Click Here to RSVP - [Shabbat Morning Services - Repro Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-repro-shabbat/) - This summer, the Supreme Court decision to reverse Roe v. Wade paved the way for states across the nation to pursue abortion bans and restrictions on birth control and fertility treatments. But reproductive freedom is a Jewish value, and we’re not going to back down. Keep the momentum going with us, with a community lunch & learn - [Repro Shabbat Lunch & Learn](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-3/) - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2/) - [Safety & Security Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/safety-security-monthly-meeting/) - Join the Shaare Torah Safety & Security Committee for their monthly meeting. In Person - [Movie Night for Teens!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/movie-night-for-teens/) - All 9th-12th graders are invited to come and enjoy a movie night with your friends, eat some popcorn, and many more surprises! Bring a dairy dinner and we will provide the snacks and drinks! Open to all Jewish high schoolers in the area so please bring your friends. We will watch an Israel related movie that you will - [Juneteenth](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth/) - [Presidents' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-7/) - [Indigenous Peoples' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-7/) - [Presidents' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-9/) - [Indigenous Peoples' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-10/) - [Presidents' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-10/) - [Indigenous Peoples' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-11/) - [Presidents' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-11/) - [Indigenous Peoples' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-12/) - [Presidents' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-12/) - [Indigenous Peoples' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-13/) - [Presidents Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-13/) - [Indigenous Peoples' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-14/) - [Presidents' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-8/) - [Indigenous Peoples' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-8/) - [Stop the Bleed Training](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/stop-the-bleed-training/) - Over the past five months the Safety & Security Committee has been actively working with our Federal, State, and local partners to strengthen the safety and security of Shaare Torah. You may have noticed a more visible safety and security presence during the high holidays or modifications to our Shabbat service procedures. While we have not received any specific - [Memorial Day - Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-7/) - [Shavuot Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shavuot-services/) - [No Religious School - Mothers' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/no-religious-school-mothers-day/) - [Mothers' Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/mothers-day/) - [No Religious School - Spring Break!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/no-religious-school-spring-break/2023-04-02/) - [Presidents' Day - ST Office Closed](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-6/) - [Religious School Classes Cancelled for Presidents' Day!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/religious-school-classes-cancelled-for-presidents-day/) - [Shaare Torah Book Club](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-book-club/) - Join the Shaare Torah Book Club online to discuss the book Tevye the Dairyman and the Railroad Stories by Sholom Aleichem. - [Chesed Committee Planning Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/chesed-committee-planning-meeting/) - One of the core values of our Shaare Torah community is that our Rabbis and loving community are present for all Shaare Torah members during times of great joy (e.g., birth), sadness (e.g. the loss of a loved one), transition (e.g., divorce), and healing (e.g., illness or injury). We'd like your help in living these values. - [Sunday Morning Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-2/) - [Ulpan Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ulpan-first-meeting/) - A group focused on conversational Hebrew! with different levels, come enjoy some company and practice your Hebrew. all ages are welcome to enjoy a experience based Hebrew learning. using Israeli current events to perfect our conversational skills. the first event will help us see the different levels we have different desires and needs. please contact - [Passover Services - Day 2](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/passover-services-day-2/) - [Passover Services - Day 1](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/passover-services-day-1/) - [Shaare Torah Book Club](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shaare-torah-book-club-2/) - [B Mitzvah of Danny Zusman](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/bar-mitzvah-of-danny-zusman/) - [B Mitzvah of Gabe Waldman](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/b-mitzvah-of-gabe-waldman/) - [Sunday Morning Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-3/2023-03-05/) - [Christmas Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-11/) - [Veterans Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-9/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-14/) - [Labor Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-14/) - [Independence Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-10/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-14/) - [Memorial Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-14/) - [Juneteenth](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-7/) - [Christmas Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-10/) - [New Year's Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-10/) - [Veterans Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-observed-†-4/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-13/) - [Juneteenth](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-6/) - [Independence Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-9/) - [Labor Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-13/) - [Memorial Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-13/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-13/) - [Veterans Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-observed-†-3/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-12/) - [Christmas Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-9/) - [New Year's Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-9/) - [Labor Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-12/) - [Memorial Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-12/) - [Juneteenth](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-5/) - [Independence Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-8/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-12/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-11/) - [Christmas Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-observed-†-3/) - [New Year's Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-observed-†-3/) - [Veterans Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-8/) - [Juneteenth (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-observed-†-3/) - [Independence Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-observed-†-4/) - [Labor Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-11/) - [Memorial Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-11/) - [Christmas Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-8/) - [New Year's Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-8/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-11/) - [Veterans Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-7/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-10/) - [Labor Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-10/) - [New Year's Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-7/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-10/) - [Memorial Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-10/) - [Veterans Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-6/) - [Christmas Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-7/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-9/) - [Memorial Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-9/) - [Independence Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-7/) - [Veterans Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-5/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-8/) - [Christmas Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-6/) - [New Year's Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-6/) - [Memorial Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-8/) - [Independence Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-6/) - [Labor Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-8/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-8/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-7/) - [Christmas Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-5/) - [New Year's Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-5/) - [Independence Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-5/) - [Labor Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-7/) - [New Year's Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-observed-†-2/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-7/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-6/) - [Christmas Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-observed-†-2/) - [Independence Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-4/) - [Labor Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-6/) - [Columbus Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-6/) - [Veterans Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-4/) - [Juneteenth (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-observed-†-2/) - [Christmas Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-observed-†/) - [New Year's Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-observed-†/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-6/) - [Washington's Birthday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-5/) - [Memorial Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-6/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-5/) - [Labor Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/labor-day-5/) - [Columbus Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/columbus-day-5/) - [Veterans Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/veterans-day-3/) - [Independence Day (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/independence-day-observed-†-2/) - [Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/birthday-of-martin-luther-king-jr-5/) - [Washington's Birthday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/washingtons-birthday-4/) - [Memorial Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/memorial-day-5/) - [Juneteenth (observed) †](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/juneteenth-observed-†/) - [New Year's Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/new-years-day-4/) - [Thanksgiving Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/thanksgiving-day-4/) - [Christmas Day](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/christmas-day-4/) - [Shabbat Morning Services - JDS Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-morning-services-2/) - [Education Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/education-committee-meeting/) - [Religious School - Wednesday Session 2](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/religious-school-wednesday-session-2/2023-01-25/) - [Religious School - Wednesday Session 1](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/religious-school-wednesday-session-1/2023-01-25/) - [ST Jewish Culture Chavurah Matinee Viewing of "Gloria: A Life"](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/st-jewish-culture-chavurah-matinee-viewing-of-gloria-a-life/) - Gloria: A Life is more than a play - it's a celebration of human connection. Five decades after Gloria Steinem began raising her voice and championing the voices of others, her call for equality is as urgent as ever. Theater J is located at 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, DC. We have a limited number of - [Religious School - Virtual Session](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/religious-school-virtual-session/2023-01-31/) - [Religious School - Sunday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/religious-school-sunday/2023-01-29/) - [Minyan on Demand - Cahn](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/minyan-on-demand-cahn/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-65/) - [Fast begins](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/fast-begins-8/) - Ta'anit Esther - [Ta'anit Esther](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/taanit-esther-2/) - Fast of Esther - [Fast ends](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/fast-ends-6/) - Ta'anit Esther - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-73/) - Parashat Vayikra - [Ulpan First Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/ulpan-first-meeting-2/) - very excited to start a group focused on conversational Hebrew! all ages are welcome to enjoy a experience based Hebrew learning. using Israeli current events to perfect our conversational skills. the first event will help us see the different levels we have different desires and needs. please contact Abraham if you have questions or suggestions.by - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-72/) - Parashat Pekudei - [Parashat Pekudei](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-pekudei/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-64/) - [Rosh Chodesh Adar II](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-adar-ii/) - Start of month of Adar II (on leap years) on the Hebrew calendar - [Rosh Chodesh Adar II](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-adar-ii-2/) - Start of month of Adar II (on leap years) on the Hebrew calendar - [Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Adar II](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-mevarchim-chodesh-adar-ii/) - Molad Adar II: Sun; 13 minutes and 6 chalakim after 10:00 - [Parashat Vayakhel](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vayakhel/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-63/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-71/) - Parashat Vayakhel - [Shabbat Shekalim](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-shekalim-2/) - Shabbat before Rosh Chodesh Adar - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-62/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-70/) - Parashat Ki Tisa - [Parashat Ki Tisa](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-ki-tisa-2/) - [Shushan Purim Katan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shushan-purim-katan/) - Minor Purim celebration during Adar I on leap years in Jerusalem and walled cities - [Parashat Tetzaveh](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-tetzaveh-2/) - [Parashat Terumah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-terumah-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-61/) - [Purim Katan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/purim-katan/) - Minor Purim celebration during Adar I on leap years - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-69/) - Parashat Tetzaveh - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-68/) - Parashat Terumah - [Rosh Chodesh Adar I](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-adar-i/) - Start of month of Adar I (on leap years) on the Hebrew calendar - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-67/) - Parashat Mishpatim - [Rosh Chodesh Adar I](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-adar-i-2/) - Start of month of Adar I (on leap years) on the Hebrew calendar - [Parashat Mishpatim](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-mishpatim-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-60/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-58/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-66/) - Parashat Yitro - [Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Adar I](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-mevarchim-chodesh-adar-i/) - Molad Adar I: Fri; 29 minutes and 5 chalakim after 21:00 - [Parashat Yitro](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-yitro-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-59/) - [Tu BiShvat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/tu-bishvat-2/) - New Year for Trees - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-65/) - Parashat Beshalach - [Shabbat Shirah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-shirah-2/) - Shabbat of Song - [Parashat Beshalach](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-beshalach-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-57/) - [Parashat Bo](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-bo-2/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-63/) - Parashat Vaera - [Parashat Vaera](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vaera-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-56/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-64/) - Parashat Bo - [Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Sh'vat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/shabbat-mevarchim-chodesh-shvat-2/) - Molad Sh'vat: Thu; 45 minutes and 4 chalakim after 8:00 - [Parashat Shemot](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-shemot-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-55/) - [Rosh Chodesh Sh'vat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-shvat-2/) - Start of month of Sh'vat on the Hebrew calendar - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-62/) - Parashat Shemot - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-53/) - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-61/) - Parashat Vayechi - [Parashat Vayechi](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vayechi-2/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-54/) - [Parashat Vayigash](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/parashat-vayigash/) - [Havdalah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/havdalah-52/) - [Fast begins](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/fast-begins-7/) - Asara B'Tevet - [Asara B'Tevet](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/asara-btevet-2/) - Fast commemorating the siege of Jerusalem - [Candle lighting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/event/candle-lighting-60/) - Parashat Vayigash ## Series - [Elevate into Elul](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/elevate-into-elul/) - [Inclusion Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/inclusion-committee-meeting/) - [Social Action Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/social-action-committee-meeting/) - [Popsicle Pop Up 2026](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/popsicle-pop-up-2026/) - [Hebrew 101](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/hebrew-101/) - [STAR Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/star-shabbat/) - [Café Ivrit - Practice Conversational Hebrew with Yismaw!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/cafe-ivrit-practice-conversational-hebrew-with-yismaw/) - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/torah-tuesday-5/) - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/torah-tuesday-4/) - [Popsicle Pop-Up](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/popsicle-pop-up/) - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/torah-tuesday-3/) - [Pesach Services](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/pesach-services/) - [Mahjong at Shaare Torah](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/mahjong-at-shaare-torah/) - [Garden of Remembrance High Holiday service](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/garden-of-remembrance-high-holiday-service/) - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/torah-tuesday-2/) - [Virtual Lunch and Learn](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/virtual-lunch-and-learn/) - Join us for our vibrant bi-monthly Virtual Lunch and Learn series! Every other month, we gather virtually to meet Israelis and hear their unique and inspiring stories. These sessions offer a wonderful opportunity to engage with diverse perspectives, learn about Israeli culture, and connect with our community from the comfort of your own home or - [Minyan On Demand](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/minyan-on-demand/) - [Shaare Torah Teen Programing 2024-2025](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/shaare-torah-teen-programing-2024-2025/) - 📢 Exciting Teen Programming at Shaare Torah for 2024-2025! 📢 We're thrilled to announce an amazing lineup of teen events for 2024-2025 at Shaare Torah! From movie nights to art lounges and more, there's something for everyone. Get ready for a year full of fun, creativity, and community! - [Native Plants Focus Group - Replace Part of Your Lawn with Natives](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/native-plants-focus-group-replace-part-of-your-lawn-with-natives/) - [israel on tap](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/israel-on-tap/) - [Spring into Jewish Learning](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/spring-into-jewish-learning/) - [Torah Tuesday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/torah-tuesday/) - [Teen Mental Health First Aid Training](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/teen-mental-health-first-aid-training/) - [Shiva with Minyan - Mandel Family](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/shiva-with-minyan-mandel-family/) - [Board Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/board-meeting-2/) - [Reflections on the Destruction: A Talmudic Story](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/reflections-on-the-destruction-a-talmudic-story/) - [Book Club - In Person](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/book-club-in-person/) - [Book Club Meeting - Zoom](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/book-club-meeting-zoom/) - [Annual Meeting Agenda Q&A Session](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/annual-meeting-agenda-qa-session/) - [No Religious School - Spring Break!](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/no-religious-school-spring-break/) - [Sunday Morning Minyan](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/sunday-morning-minyan-3/) - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/tot-shabbat-2/) - [Religious School - Wednesday Session 2](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/religious-school-wednesday-session-2/) - [Religious School - Wednesday Session 1](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/religious-school-wednesday-session-1/) - [Religious School - Virtual Session](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/religious-school-virtual-session/) - [Religious School - Sunday](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/religious-school-sunday/) - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/tot-shabbat/) - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://www.shaaretorah.org/series/finance-committee-meeting/) - 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