May 24, 2013   15 Sivan 5773
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Mitzvah Day Simchat Torah

There are many opportunities for the entire community to come together for celebration, education, good works, and socialization! Here is a list of some ways to get involved at Temple Emanuel, from committees to classes and more. Details about upcoming activities are always availlable in the current Temple bulletin.

With every activity it is recommended that you send an email to the contact to ensure that it hasn't been cancelled due to vacation, illness or other unforseen circumstances.

  • Celebrate holidays with us! Our Passover seder, community Menorah lighting, Tu B’Shevat seder, Simchat Torah jubilee, Purim shpiel, etc., bring us together in joyous and meaningful ways.  Photo album of some of our celebrations and events.
  • Sing in the Temple Choir. For more information contact our choir director, Susan Bishov.
  • Help beautify our grounds with the Garden Committee.
  • Feed hungry people in our community by working at the Soup Kitchen.
  • Volunteer to help members in times of need.  Join the Caring Committee ( Vaad Hesid - Acts of Kindness).  Help at a Shiva, offer rides, provide meals.  
  • Participate in our Online Auction fundraiser.
  • Get the Temple ready during one of our Clean-ups.
  • Enjoy calm and fitness at our yoga classes, every Wednesday at 6:30. Contact for information.  Join
  • Get moving and have fun by learning folk dances.
  • Our Film Festival features thought-provoking movies and discussion. Contact
  • Join members of the Opera Club for screenings from the Met at Showcase Cinema in Lowell.
  • The Library Committee maintains our collection.
  • Mitzvah Days and tzedakah projects are a chance to help those in need.
  • The Annual Summer Yard Sale is a great fundraiser and lots of fun. This year on Sunday, July 24, 2011. Contact for more information.
  • We have a great tradition of Pot Lucks, letting our many cooks shine!
  • Join our monthly Lunch Bunch for meals and camaraderie at area restaurants. Contact
  • GLBT Havurah - a circle of friends—like an extended family—who gather to celebrate and share important times and events: Shabbat and holidays, life-cycle passages, midweek gatherings over nosh and tea. Contact
  • Mah Jong meets Tuesday evening at 6 PM and Thursday afternoons at 1 PM.  Join or for more information

Consider serving the Temple through the Membership, Programming, Publicity, House, Education, or Social Action committees, or enjoying a concert, book club, or adult education opportunity.

We also open our doors to other groups in our community, such as La Leche League, play groups, musical groups, and more.


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