Important Announcement from Cantor Sager: In a letter sent to the congregation on Nov. 28, 2018, she writes: “It is with a profound sense of gratitude that I share with you that effective July 1, 2020, a date that will mark 40 years of service to our congregation – I will transition to a new status within our community, that of Cantor Laureate.” Click here for the full letter from Cantor Sager.
Click here to watch a personal message from Cantor Sager.
Shabbat Across Fairmount Temple…
Friday, Feb. 22, SHABBAT ACROSS FAIRMOUNT TEMPLE is an opportunity to gather in each other’s homes for Shabbat dinners. We want you to be a part of it! In place of a typical Friday evening at temple, members of all ages and backgrounds are invited to host or be hosted at special Shabbat dinners in homes. The RSVP deadline has passed, but if you questions or haven’t heard back from your RSVP, email here or call Wendy Jacobson at 216-447-9542.
Special Shabbat Series Exploring the Meaning of Shabbat in Our Lives
Friday, Feb.15, Shabbat Evening Service, 6:15 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 16, Shabbat Torah Study, 9:15 a.m.
At Shabbat Service and Shabbat Torah Study, Rabbi-Educator Chernow-Reader: “Shabbat and the Ner Tamid: How The Eternal Light Guides our Leaders.”
Friday, Feb. 22, 5 p.m. (Note: Special Time) – Rabbi Nosanchuk will lead an early abbreviated Shabbat service. This is the only Shabbat evening service on Feb. 22.
Saturday, Feb. 23, 9:15 a.m. Torah Study – Educator Diane Lavin: “Shabbat and the Golden Calf: Shabbat as a Safeguard Against the Creation of False Gods.”
Other Upcoming Fairmount Temple Opportunities:
Sunday, Feb. 24, Cultural Arts Series presents Mary Beth Ions, Violin: Up Close and Personal. Violinist Mary Beth Ions is one of Northeast Ohio’s most active musicians and she will be performing music from Bach to Broadway on Feb. 24 at Fairmount Temple as part of this year’s Cultural Arts Series. Tickets are only $26 for members, $30 for guests and tickets include pre-concert appetizers, concert, and dinner. RSVP deadline is Feb. 15. Click here for flyer with the details and registration information.
Monday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m. Books and Beyond Discussion with Rabbi Caruso and Dr. Terry Tobias, a clinical psychologist, who will lead a discussion about relationship dynamics and strengthening intimate partnerships in the context of Jewish living. They will be pulling some excerpts from the book Judaism for Two: A Spiritual Guide for Strengthening and Celebrating Your Loving Relationship. You do not need to have read the book to be part of this discussion. Please join them for this special program. RSVP to Staci Cohen, at 216-464-5890 or scohen@fairmounttemple.org.
Sunday, March 3, Imagine! Paint! Share at your Seder! Passover Pottery – The Women of Fairmount Temple and the Religious School welcome parents/children, grandparents/grandchild(ren) to create their own Miriam’s Cup or salt water bowl in time for your Passover Seder!! Deadline to RSVP is Feb. 15. Click here for all the details, including information about the optional pizza lunch!
Sunday, March 3, 11 am.- noon, Rabbi Robert Nosanchuk will be joined by an educator from the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center for a discussion of objectification, vulnerability and abuse of power as depicted in the book of Esther and told during Purim. In this new Sunday morning adult learning opportunity, we will use our ancient text to help us address these issues in our time.
Sunday, March 10, from 12:15-3:15 p.m., a member of the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center will be here to talk about their critically important work, including how to respond if someone shares their experiences with you, to support survivors and to advocate for societal change. This ambassador training program is free and lunch will be provided. RSVP required.
To RSVP for either program, contact Staci Cohen by email or 216-464-1330. Both programs are open to the community.
Thursday, March 14, 7 p.m. Third Annual Texas Hold’em Tournament and Fundraiser. CASH PRIZES * 50/50 SPLIT
6 p.m. Registration Opens, Pizza/Snacks/Beer/Beverages served
7 p.m. Tournament begins! $100 per person buy-in.
Minimum age for all players and guests is 21 years old.
To RSVP: Pay online with credit card click here, or call in or email your reservation to Barb Smith, 216-447-9536, or Bsmith@fairmounttemple.org
Sunday, April 38, 9:30-11 a.m. Religious School Pre-K and Kindergarten Open House
Come meet the Religious School staff and teachers on April 28. Children will spend some time in the classroom while parents will have time to meet with clergy, staff and teachers to learn more about our programs. The Sunday morning Pre-K program is free and open to non-members. To RSVP, please contact Staci Cohen at 216-464-5890 or Scohen@fairmounttemple.org.
Click here for our Temple Calendar to see what’s happening every week.
Travel, Learn and Experience – Trips with the clergy
Adult Trip to Poland/Prague/Germany, Sept, 1-13, 2019, with Cantor Sarah Sager
You are invited to join Cantor Sager on a Jewish Heritage Tour of Poland, Prague, and Germany next September. Together as a group, come explore our Jewish heritage in Europe by:
- Touring historic sites and museums in these countries, including Josefov, Prague’s famous Jewish Quarter
- Enjoying dinner with members of a Warsaw Jewish congregation
- Exploring castles and market squares and walking the amazing streets of Dresden with its elegant plazas and grand boulevards.
To learn more, please contact Peggy Sullivan at 216-447-9538 or email.
NEW: Family Trip to Israel, December, 2019, led by Rabbi Joshua Caruso
Have you been mulling about experiencing Israel first-hand? Maybe this is the year you decide it’s time to go and discover Israel’s rich history, incredible beauty and vibrant culture. Rabbi Caruso is exploring a plan to lead families to Israel in late December, 2019, centering on Northern Israel along with Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. To let him know your possible interest in joining him on such a trip, contact Cathy Kaus at 216-447-9539 or at ckaus@fairmounttemple.org.
Did You Know through OPERATION 100% AFFILIATION: JUDAISM FOR EVERY GENERATION, Fairmount Temple offers the first year voluntary dues to new and returning members?
We want you to experience what we know, Fairmount Temple is a special place to belong. Click here for more info.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Our Clergy Created Their Own FUN Holiday Greetings!
Our Clergy Created Their Own FUN Holiday Greetings!
Click here to see the Jewmanji A Passover Parody and click here to see the High Holy Days Clergy Car Karaoke!
Temple Members Share Stories: This year’s Yom HaShoah yarhzeit candle app was updated with stories from some Fairmount Temple members and their family members who survived the Holocaust. Click here to read their stories (also found on the app).
To learn more about these programs or other opportunities for learning, worship and social action at Fairmount Temple, click on the website calendar, the Bulletin newsletter, or call us at 216-464-1330.
