We have some programs and worship in person and some online, connecting via Livestream and Zoom. Here are a list of upcoming programs, which we will update often. We look forward to staying connected and would welcome you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us, as well.
In order to stay connected online, you may need to use new technology. To join a Zoom event, simply click the “Zoom Meeting Link” for that event and follow the prompts to start video and audio (and if you need help, here’s a handy PDF).
May
Thursday, May 2 from 11:30am-1:30pm: Mah Jongg (in person)
Interested in learning to play mah jongg or finding players? Cash donation of $5 to play, $10 for a lesson. Coffee, tea and snacks available. Please register or let us know your interest by completing this form.
Thursday, May 2 at 12:00pm: BELL (Business Ethics Lunch and Learn) (in person)
Join us for a lunch time conversation with Rabbi Josh about ethical dilemmas in business and life and the ways in which Jewish tradition and ethics guide our choices. RSVP to jstanton@eastendtemple.org for location.
Friday, May 3 at 5:15pm: Mindfulness with Rabbi Josh (in person)
Join Rabbi Josh in the EET library for quiet reflection, followed by birthday blessings, the recitation of Mi Shebeirach, and the Mourner’s Kaddish. This is an offering specifically for adults, to meet the needs of those who prefer a more mellow Shabbat service instead of the monthly Shabbat B’Yachad.
Friday, May 3 at 6:15pm: Shabbat B’Yachad: Intergenerational Shabbat service (in person and Livestream)
Join us the first Friday of each month as we welcome Shabbat with music and stories for all ages! We will start with a pre-neg snack before services at 5:45pm, and begin singing together to welcome Shabbat at 6:15pm. This service is designed for all ages to worship together, and will include songs, stories, and birthday blessings.
- If attending in person, photo ID is required for all adults.
- Watch via Livestream (chat is available on Livestream, so feel free to greet each other!)
Friday, May 3 at 7:15pm: Nova Survivor Shares Her Story (in person and Livestream)
Nova Music Festival survivor Eilat Tibi will share her story and enable us to learn about the events that led up to, and set in motion, the present conflict. This program is appropriate for anyone age 16 and older, and will take place after the Shabbat B’Yachad service.
- Watch via Livestream
Saturday, May 4 at 1:00pm: Shabbat Schmooze (Zoom). Come catch up, eat lunch together, and discuss a different topic each week on Shabbat!
- For Zoom link, click here to register
Sunday, May 5 from 10:30am-3:30pm: A Day of Mah Jongg — Play, Lunch, and Prizes (in person)
~ Click here to register by April 25 ~
Play, shmooze, and eat to raise money for Sisterhood causes! During the day, we will play Mah Jongg for two 90-minute periods with a break for lunch between. There will be raffle prizes throughout the day and a special prize for the game winner at days end. All levels of play and all genders are welcome!
Your cost of $36 will cover lunch and prizes and provide funds for all the many projects led by The Sisterhood of East End Temple. Some of these projects include feeding the hungry, clothing the needy, and gifts for our students that connect them to the EET community.
Monday, May 6 at 10:00am: Monday Morning Minyan (Zoom)
Join for this soulful and brief service
- For Zoom link, click here to register
Monday, May 6 at 7:00pm: Yom HaShoah Commemoration (in person)
~ at Brotherhood Synagogue, 28 Gramercy Park South ~
Join Downtown Jewish Life partners and your downtown community as we mark Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, featuring musical selections, prayer, and more. This event is free and open to all.
Friday, May 10 from 5:00-7:00pm: Celebrating 18 Years of PJ Library! (in person)
~ at Hebrew Union College, 1 West 4th Street ~
PJ Library began with 200 children exactly 18 years ago. Today, their books reach more than 650,000 children around the world! To mark this milestone birthday, they are hosting eight birthday bashes, including one at Hebrew Union College (1 West 4th Street). Join us for the festive celebration, including a book festival, family concert, and birthday party, of course!
Friday, May 10 at 6:15pm: Shabbat service (in person and Livestream)
Join us as we welcome Shabbat.
- If attending in person, photo ID is required for all adults.
- Watch via Livestream (chat is available on Livestream, so feel free to greet each other!)
Saturday, May 11 at 1:00pm: Shabbat Schmooze (Zoom). Come catch up, eat lunch together, and discuss a different topic each week on Shabbat!
- For Zoom link, click here to register
Monday, May 13 at 10:00am: Monday Morning Minyan (Zoom)
Join for this soulful and brief service
- For Zoom link, click here to register
Thursday, May 16 from 11:30am-1:30pm: Mah Jongg (in person)
Interested in learning to play mah jongg or finding players? Cash donation of $5 to play, $10 for a lesson. Coffee, tea and snacks available. Please register or let us know your interest by completing this form.
Thursday, May 16 at 7:00pm: Men’s Club meeting (in person and Zoom)
All are welcome!
- For Zoom link, click here to register
Friday, May 17 at 5:30pm: Tot Shabbat (last session) (in person)
Celebrate Shabbat with Tkiya! We’ll sing, dance, and tell stories during this lively and engaging service designed for families with children ages 0-5.
Friday, May 17 at 6:15pm: Shabbat service (in person and Livestream)
Join us as we welcome Shabbat.
- If attending in person, photo ID is required for all adults.
- Watch via Livestream (chat is available on Livestream, so feel free to greet each other!)
Saturday, May 18 at 1:00pm: Shabbat Schmooze (Zoom). Come catch up, eat lunch together, and discuss a different topic each week on Shabbat!
- For Zoom link, click here to register
Sunday, May 19 from 1:00-4:30pm: Teach-In for Israel (in person)
~ at Park Avenue Synagogue, 50 East 87th Street ~
In honor of Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut, Park Avenue Synagogue is partnering with American Jewish Committee (AJC) and other Manhattan synagogues (including East End Temple) and Jewish institutions for a Teen/Parent Teach-In for Israel. Participants will have the opportunity to explore their relationship with Israel, discuss concerns about anti-Zionism in high school and college, and connect with other Jewish families across the community. This program is appropriate for those in Grades 7–12 and their parents.
Monday, May 20 at 10:00am: Monday Morning Minyan (Zoom)
Join for this soulful and brief service
- For Zoom link, click here to register
Friday, May 24 at 6:15pm: Shabbat service (Zoom)
Join us as we welcome Shabbat and each other!
- Click here to register (Zoom link will be emailed after you register)
Saturday, May 25 at 1:00pm: Shabbat Schmooze (Zoom). Come catch up, eat lunch together, and discuss a different topic each week on Shabbat!
- For Zoom link, click here to register
Monday, May 27 at 10:00am: Monday Morning Minyan (Zoom)
Join for this soulful and brief service
- For Zoom link, click here to register
Thursday, May 30 at 7:00pm: Annual Congregational Meeting (in person)
Information will be sent via email to all members of East End Temple.
Friday, May 31 at 6:15pm: Simchat Shabbat service (in person and Livestream)
Join us for a special musical Shabbat with the East 17th Street Band!
- If attending in person, photo ID is required for all adults.
- Watch via Livestream (chat is available on Livestream, so feel free to greet each other!)