For many, Thanksgiving, with its familial setting and reliance on tradition — not to mention a poultry centerpiece — feels similar to aShabbat dinner. In fact, there seems to be at least some belief that the holiday was influenced by Sukkot, celebrating the bounty of a harvest.
Both holidays revolve around showing gratitude for a bountiful harvest. This is a time for family and friends to gather together. Every season we’re together, we should commemorate that.
Thanksgiving celebrates the theme of thankfulness, which is very Jewish.
For a community of immigrants who have made the United States their home, Thanksgiving is a good time to feel American. It’s culinary traditions: comfort food in great proportion, a menu everyone can enjoy, and a time of year when everyone is able to get home in one piece before winter travel becomes more difficult.
As the Gershwin brothers wrote, ‘Who could ask for anything more.’”
Happy Thanksgiving, Rabbi Susan
TBS Calendar ~ לוּחַ שָׁנָה
Check out our website to view our calendar and discover the wonderful events coming up! View the TBS Calendar
Sat., Dec. 9 ~11:00 ~ Hanukkah Storytime with Rabbi Susan at Prescott Valley Library.
Sun., Dec. 10 ~ 1:00 ~ Jewish Artists & Art Collectors Who Made the Art World Modern with Tom Brodersen
Sun., Dec. 10 ~ 5:00 ~ Annual Menorah Lighting on the Prescott Town Square (Whiskey Row side). Sponsored by Chabad.
Sat., May 4 ~ TBS Shabbaton at Camp Stein. A full day of Shabbat activities and fun. Registration starts in January. TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next regular Board Meeting is Wednesday, December 20 at 2pm at TBS. Board meetings are open to all members in good standing. If you would like to attend or speak at a board meeting, please contact President Deborah Plotkin by Monday, December 18.
Contact Arlene Brownie at (928) 899-7841 if you would like to join her family for Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday at 1:00pm.
Kabbalatke ~ Fri., Dec. 8 at 5:30 (Kabbalat Shabbat and Latke Potluck) Shabbat/Hanukkah Service followed by a delicious potluck. Bring your menorah and 3 candles (2nd night of Hanukkah)
We will be collecting checks and gift cards to Costco or fast food restaurants for The Coalition for Compassion and Justice:
Stagger Straight Emergency Shelter: Open 365 days Assisting clients in overcoming challenges Home Repair: Providing health and safety repairs Second Chance Housing: 25 units of affordable housing
We are looking for volunteers to help set up tables and chairs on Thursday, December 7 at 3pm. Please email the office to let us know if you can help.
Please stay after our Kabbalatke Celebration to help clean up if you are able.
Adult Education ~ חינוך למבוגרים No charge for members
Women of TBS Present: Rugelach Baking Workshop At the home of Barbara Sussman Friday, Dec. 1 at 1:00pm
Open to 8 women RSVP to Jessica to sign up and for more details.
Beginning Hebrew Reading Thursdays from 5:00-5:45 6 classes: Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28; Jan. 4 No fee but text required: Learn Hebrew Today: Alef-Bet for Adults Register with Rabbi Susan: rabbi@brithshalom-az.org
Mahjonng at TBS Interested in learning Mah Jongg, getting a refresher, practicing or playing? All levels welcome. Classes will be taught by Leslie Adler, Allee Steinberg and Shari Brooks, 11am to 1pm Tuesdays at TBS. Please email shari@jbrookswa.com to indicate interest and your level of experience.
Lunch Bunch Tanach Study with Carl Shulak at TBS Every Wednesday from 12-1:30pm Feel free to bring your own lunch. All are welcome to attend!
Sunday Films ~ 1:00pm Dec. 3 ~ Golda (Starring Helen Mirren)
Women's Book Group ~ 11:00am Jan. 10 - One More River by Mary Glickman Mar. 13 - Judas by Amos Oz
TBS Winter Hikes ~ Sundays at 2:00pm
*Sun., Nov. 26 ~ Peavine Trail. Meet at the start of the trail (near the Humane Society).
*Tues., Nov. 28 ~ 6:00pm ~ Valley of Lights Stroll at Fain Park to see the Hanukkah Menorah. Meet at the entrance to the walk. Parking is available in the open lot next to Ocean Blue on 2nd street.
Mitzvah Circle ~ מצווה Contact Suzi Abramson-Johnson at 602-570-9688 to participate or to request assistance.
Social Action ~ תיקון עולם
Drop off your compost material (no plastic bags) in a bucket by the front door at TBS by 11AM on Saturdays and it will be taken to the Prescott Farmer’s Market.
Aiden and Tanner Balk's Entries!
Religious School ~ בית ספר דתי Classes ~ Dec. 3 TheLegoMenorahChallenge
The Men of Temple B'rith Shalom Join the Men of TBS every Tuesday at 9am at the Wildflower restaurant here in Prescott.
Member News ~ חדשות חברים
Kaddish ~ קדיש We are saying Kaddish for the following people at Shabbat this Friday, November 24. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from November 25 - December 1. We also remember those who have left us in the last eleven months. These names have been taken from the member portion of our website. If you do not see your loved one's name (family members) and would like their name mentioned at services, please contact Jessica in the office. Leo Strom, brother of Karin Luedke Alan Plotkin, brother of Jeff Plotkin Daniel Hess, grandfather of David Hess Samuel Barton, grandfather of Wayne Grossman Samuel Kleiner, step-father of Robin Frielich Lee Shuman, grandmother of Georgette Lilley Hannah Jean Dahlin, daughter of Bill and Wynndi Dahlin Amelia Moses, mother of Janet Rifkin Carol Freeman, grandmother of Karin Luedke Mara Hollon, mother of Jessica Herst Judith McIntyre, wife of William McIntyre Howard Zeimer, friend of Michael Sperling Michael Friend, brother-in-law of Laurie Reiner James Miller, uncle of Arlene Brownie Abraham Buryachenko, Father of Laura Men Elijah Escobedo, nephew of Karin Luedke Thelma Maurer, mother of Leslie Adler Eve Shulak, sister of Carl Shulak David Stockton, son-in-law of Arlene Brownie Dakota Hopp, relative of Arlene Brownie Juliet Jacobson, sister of Janet Rifkin Beth Susan Laxineta-Platt, aunt of Samantha Opperman Cem Goldsmith, best friend of Michael Sperling
Purchasing a Yahrzeit plaque is a beautiful way to honor and remember our loved one's who have passed. To purchase a plaque, please fill out this form and return it to the temple office. We kindly ask for $360 per Yahrzeit plaque. Yahrzeit Plaque Order Form
Healing Thoughts ~ מי שבעירך Edie Greenberg, Pedro Venturo, Michael Schlossmann, Gloria Hershman, Richard Jacobs, Bob Longoria, Jim Frankel, Doris Cameron, Ted Symonds, Nancy Quitney, Brett Friend, Amy Snell Kingslinger, Mike Wolf, Rosario Maya, Fred Shulak, Brian Shrager, Estherly Allen, and Stephanie Byrd.
If you would like to add or remove your name or your family member's name from the healing list, please call or email the office at 928-708-0018 or office@brithshalom-az.org.
Donations ~ תרומות
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