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 at Havurah 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.
If you have questions or would like to be added to the email list please contact one of the co-Chairs: Marjorie Walters or David Newman.
Resources
Book Group's 2020-2021 Reading Schedule
Tips for Book Discussion Leaders
Previously-Read Books
Thu, May 13 2021
2 Sivan 5781
Upcoming Events
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Friday ,
MayMay 14 , 2021Hakol Deadline
Friday, May 14th (All day)
Use the Submit tab on the website menu to send in news, photos, and announcements. For questions, email Brad Pector (brad@havurahshalom.org). -
Friday ,
MayMay 14 , 2021Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Friday, May 14th 7:00p to 8:00p
Please join us for our spirited and joy-filled Kabbalat Shabbat Service. Led by Rabbi Benjamin. Music will be provided by our talented Havurah musicians. This service will take place in Zoom Room Aleph. Please email info@havurahshalom.org if you need Zoom join info. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 15 , 2021Bar Mitzvah of Noah Malmon
Shabbat, May 15th 10:00a to 12:00p
Please join us in welcoming Noah Malmon as a Bar Mitzvah and member of our community. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 15 , 2021Shabbat School
Shabbat, May 15th 2:45p to 5:15p
We need everybody to let us know your plans (with the caveat that things can change) by May 10 so that we can safely gather all together-ish to mark our resilience and celebrate whatever there is to celebrate! Please read the details below for safety, parking, and timing. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 15 , 2021Community Havdallah
Shabbat, May 15th 5:00p to 5:15p
Join Shabbat School for a community celebration of Havdallah, led by Leah Shoshanah, Rabbi Benjamin and Deborah Eisenbach-Budner in Room Aleph. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 16 , 2021Building Justice: Tikkun Olam Virtual Brunch
Sunday, May 16th 11:00a to 12:30p
As a congregation, Havurah Shalom engages in strong social justice work. We believe that it the strength of our relationships that enable change to happen. Let’s take some time to get to know each other, schmooze, nosh, and act. Join the Tikkun Olam cluster for conversation and action as a way to build relationships. Bring your advocacy actions and we will join together to support each other’s causes. This event will take place online, in Zoom Room Bet. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 16 , 2021Family-friendly Climate Letter Writing to Congress
Sunday, May 16th 5:00p to 6:00p
Each month we invite people of all ages to join us to write letters to our members of Congress to urge action on behalf of a healthy climate for all. The topic for May is advancing climate solutions in the Jobs Act. Bring physical or electronic writing implements and your sense of fun and patriotism to make our Jewish voices heard. Please register to get room link. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 16 , 2021Tikkun Leyl Shavuot: A Night of Multigenerational Learning and Discussion
Sunday, May 16th 7:00p to 11:30p
Join us for a night of learning and discussion on the commemoration of receiving the Torah on Sinai. See what's scheduled by clicking into the event. End time is approximate. We'll be in Room Aleph. -
Monday ,
MayMay 17 , 2021Morning Minyan Yizkor
Monday, May 17th 8:15a to 9:30a
For all who want a regular prayer practice and for people saying Kaddish. During the coronavirus period, services will be streamed online in Room Aleph. All are welcome. Please email info@havurahshalom.org for join info. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 19 , 2021Adult B'nei Mitzvah
Wednesday, May 19th 7:00p to 8:30p
Interested in expanding your Jewish literacy skills, confidence and sense of connection with Judaism? Want to enjoy this process with others and celebrate your Jewish learning in our community? Join a group of adults who will begin a 2.5-year process of learning this spring. Contact Deborah Eisenbach-Budner for more information. This class takes place in Zoom Room Bet. Please see the weekly Hineinu newsletter for the link.