Mishloach Manot Fundraiser Form!
Shalom! Purim is once again right around the corner on March 2nd. This year, you will notice the Mishloach Manot Mitzvah Fundraiser has a new structure. Below you will find 3 donation clubs. Queen Ester $118, King Ahasuerus $72, and Malachai $36. Each club will be recognized in the card that is sent out to … Read more
Ahavas Israel Book Group
Ahavas Israel Book Group February 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. Stranger in the Desert: A Family Story, by Jordan Salama Each of us has a family story that we believe defines us. But sometimes what we consider a powerful story turns out to be more myth than reality. This is the conundrum that Jordan Salama confronts as he shares his … Read more
Shabbat Dinner – February 20
Join us for our next Kabbalat Shabbat service and Congregational Shabbat dinner, February 20, 6:00 p.m. Cost: $25 per adult (13 and older) paid by check or cash; paid by Venmo $27$12.50 ages 4 – 12 paid by cash or check; paid by Venmo $13.50No charge for ages 3 and under $75 maximum per family if … Read more
Eat and Pray and Eat!
Ice Cream for breakfast & deli for lunch! – Saturday, February 7 Come to Ahavas Israel for ice cream and toppings on February 7 at 9:15 a.m. to celebrate National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. We’ll have a slightly abbreviated service beginning at 10:00 a.m., followed by a deli lunch at about noon. We’ll have vegan deli slices by request. … Read more
Junior Congregation – February 7
Our monthly Junior Congregation service will take place on February 7, 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. Come early (before 10:00) for ice cream, and stay for the congregation lunch following services. Singing, snacks, and friends (for children and parents)! Bring a stuffed plushie to sit with as Barukh Hales leads the service and shares a Torah story or lesson. At least one parent is … Read more
Introduction to Judaism
The Introduction to Judaism class will be held in person at Congregation Ahavas Israel, 2727 Michigan St. NE, Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m., beginning in December, 2025. It is a basic overview of Jewish history, ritual, life cycle, holidays, and thought. If you cannot come in person, you may join by zoom here. The cost … Read more
Torah Study
Torah study, beginning Sunday, November 2, 2025, 10:15 – 11:00. Every Sunday that the United Jewish School meets, Rabbi Krishef will lead a Torah study group at Temple Emanuel. Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced, those with Hebrew skills and those without are all welcome. We’ll focus on Parashat Hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, along with the commentary … Read more
Movie Lovers Havurah
The Movie Lovers Havurah gathers on Zoom monthly to discuss whichever movie the group has selected. We’ve had lively discussions from November 2021 on. To join us, contact Diane Rayor at rayord@gmail.com for the link, movie of the month, and the list of past selections. Join in the fun!