Men of all generations are invited to be become active members of the Men of Fairmount Temple. This group of men fills many important roles within the congregation through a variety of social, religious, cultural and educational activities. They sponsor the Sunday Morning Forum series featuring an array of distinguished speakers; special events, and social functions. During Chanukah, the Men of Fairmount Temple distribute menorahs to first graders in the Religious School and during Passover they host a popular Interfaith Seder which allows members of other faiths to learn more about the meaning of Passover. Click here to learn more through their Facebook page.
Through its affiliation with the Jewish Chautauqua Society, the educational arm of the Men of Reform Judaism, the Men of Fairmount Temple support interfaith understanding and education on college campuses. The Mitzvah Corps holds monthly social programs with entertainment and refreshments for the residents at Montefiore. The membership also supports Fairmount Temple and other Constituent groups in their many special programs.
SUNDAY FORUMS
On several Sunday mornings during the year (and occasionally on a Sunday evening), the group hosts a Sunday Forum featuring prominent local speakers on a wide-range of topics, from science to music. These talks are free and open to all. RSVPs are not needed. Follow them on Facebook to learn about upcoming talks or other events. Click here for their calendar of events.
MITZVAH CORPS
One Shabbat Afternoon a Month – Saturdays at 2:00 p.m.
While the Men of Fairmount Temple coordinate this group of volunteers – all are encouraged to participate by spending some time with the residents of Montefiore and enjoying some entertainment. To find out more about volunteering for an hour or two, call Hedy Silber at 216-447-9540. Families are invited and encouraged to be part of this mitzvah opportunity the first Saturday of each month, except in the summer.
Men of Fairmount Temple Officers are: Lester Potash, President; Lloyd Goldman and Joel Grodin, VP of Programs, Mike Markoff, VP of Membership; Mort Hoicowitz, Corresponding Secretary; Chad Debordeau, Treasurer, Barry Jacobs, Recording Secretary. To contact any of these officers, or more learn about becoming a Men of Fairmount Temple member, contact Hedy Silber at Fairmount Temple at 216-447-9540, or e-mail at HSilber@fairmounttemple.org.
