Book Group
Book Group
The Havurah Book Group grew out of Havurah’s commitment to creating a vibrant Jewish community steeped in learning. The group allows us to know one another better through opportunities to share ideas and knowledge that excite us. One of the group’s goals is to become a venue for discussion of complex, controversial issues, discussions that may be difficult to have in other settings.
Meetings are held once monthly to discuss books that have been chosen by the group. We meet on Zoom (Zoom Room Bet - Members can log in to see Zoom room information) from 7 pm to 8:30 pm on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Members are not obligated to come every month, and can come just to the book discussions that interest them.
Book suggestions are gathered yearly. The person who suggests the book leads the discussion or arranges for someone else to do it. We currently read a mix of genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and memoirs. Member suggestions can also include poetry and drama.
More than 120 people are on the Book Discussion Google Group. (Click on "HS Book Discussion Google Group" below to join.) If you have questions or would like to be added to the email list please contact one of the chairs, Stacy Hankin.
Havurah Book Group 2024-2025 Discussion Schedule Chart
[Click here for blurbs on each book.]
Resources
Book Group's 2023-2024 Reading Schedule with Book Blurbs
Book Group's 2022-2023 Reading Schedule with Book Blurbs
Book Group's 2021-2022 Reading Schedule with Book Blurbs
Tips for Book Discussion Leaders
Previously-Read Books
Book Group General Meeting Minutes, March 2023
Book Group General Meeting Minutes, March 2022
Mon, December 9 2024
8 Kislev 5785
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Havurah Updates
Upcoming Events
IP = In person only (normally at Havurah Shalom);
ZM = On Zoom/online only;
HYB = In person and online; and
ANN = In person at Havurah's Annex.
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Tuesday ,
DecDecember 10 , 2024(HYB) Steering Meeting
Tuesday, Dec 10th 6:30p to 8:30p
Steering members and staff will meet to consider matters of governance. All Havurah Shalom members are invited to attend Steering Committee meetings. For Zoom join links, visit havurahshalom.org/zoom (must be logged in) or call the office in advance for assistance (503-248-4662). -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 11 , 2024(IP) Havurah Middle School
Wednesday, Dec 11th 6:30p to 8:30p
For Grades 7 and 8. -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 11 , 2024(IP) Havurah High School
Wednesday, Dec 11th 6:30p to 8:30p
For Grades 9-12. -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 11 , 2024(IP) Learn to Read Hebrew
Wednesday, Dec 11th 7:00p to 8:15p
A Hebrew course for beginners, including those who have "begun" before. Focusing on basic Hebrew reading/decoding, we uncover bits of Judaism that are only accessible through its original language. -
Friday ,
DecDecember 13 , 2024(HYB) Kabbalat Shabbat Celebration
Friday, Dec 13th 5:45p to 8:00p
A musical, all-ages Friday night service with family-friendly dessert and hearty nosh before and after. All are welcome! 5:45 pm Hearty Nosh, 6:30 Service, 7:30 Oneg. Free childcare is provided. Those joining on Zoom, please come at 6:30; the in-person hearty nosh portion and oneg will not be televised. For Zoom information, please email info@havurhshalom.org. -
Saturday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2024(HYB) Shabbat Morning
Shabbat, Dec 14th 10:00a to 12:00p
Led by community members and Rabbi Benjamin, this service includes davening, Torah reading, and discussion. Join us afterward for a light community brunch provided by the Lunches and Noshes Committee! Free childcare is provided. For Zoom information, please email info@havurhshalom.org. -
Saturday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2024(IP) Shabbat School
Shabbat, Dec 14th 3:00p to 5:15p
This program gives children a foundation for lifelong Jewish learning and engagement while integrating parents and children in a caring Jewish community. -
Saturday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2024Parenting Huddle: Will the Real Chanukah Please Stand Up? and Other December Dilemmas
Shabbat, Dec 14th 3:10p to 4:30p
Click to RSVP/register. Members and non-member parents/guardians welcome. For parents/guardians to enjoy during Shabbat School, at Havurah Shalom. - Explore real-life questions that we face as parents/guardians, with some guidance from our Jewish texts and values, and each other. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 15 , 2024(IP) Teen Tikkun Olam Food Prep
Sunday, Dec 15th 4:00p to 6:00p
We will be baking, making sandwiches, and preparing other edible items to support members of P:ear or Blanchet House. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 15 , 2024(IP) Havurahniks to Speak of Experience w/ Center for Jewish Nonviolence in West Bank
Sunday, Dec 15th 4:00p to 5:30p
Havurahniks Matthew Nelkin and Dale Oller invite you to join this in-person Havurah gathering. They will share their experiences volunteering with CJNV last August in the South Hebron Hills of Masafer Yatta. All are welcome. Click to see more relevant details on the event page.
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