Jewish Parenting
Jewish Parenting
Havurah Shalom supports parents in their efforts to raise ethical children who are connected to Jewish values and culture. Parents learn together and share as they strive to make Judaism enjoyable and meaningful for themselves and their families.
Parenting Workshops & Resources
Parenting Workshops:
Parenting workshops take place during Shabbat School and are open to all parents, regardless of Shabbat School enrollment. We will announce upcoming workshops in Hineinu and Hakol as they are scheduled.
Parenting Resources:
- Web-based books and resources for parenting Jewish children of all ages.
- Children’s Chanukah books can be found in the Havurah library.
- Books for children and families about terminal illness, aging and death, in a Jewish context.
Family-Focused Shabbat 2021-22
Tot Shabbat
Young children (0-5) and parents celebrate with singing, movement, blessings and storytelling. 10:30-11:30 am, Oct. 9; Nov. 6; Dec. 11; Jan. 22; Feb. 19; Apr. 2; May 7; Jun. 11
Discovering Shabbat Morning: Learners’ Minyan
This upbeat, interactive service focuses on the structure, key themes and prayers of the morning service. Especially for families with youth in Grades 5-7. 10-11:30 am, Nov. 20; Apr. 2
Family Shabbat
Fabulous morning of singing, storytelling and Torah learning. Especially for families with youth in Grades K-6. 10:30-12 pm, Jan. 29
Families with Young Children
Program Director Adela Basayne is happy to provide information about the following:
- Play groups for parents and children
- Baby welcomings/namings
- Holidays and family Shabbat celebrations
Mon, November 24 2025
4 Kislev 5786
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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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Monday ,
NovNovember 24 , 2025(ZM) Havurah's Climate Action Team (HCAT) Meeting
Monday, Nov 24th 5:00p to 6:30p
Havurah members, join the next monthly meeting of Havurah's Climate Action Team (HCAT) in Zoom Room Gimel, from 5 pm to 6:30 pm. ***For Havurah members who are not already on HCAT, RSVP/register to be emailed the agenda for our next meeting when it's ready. You don't have to commit to attending all the meetings listed.*** Questions? Contact Elianne Lieberman or Marianna Grossman. -
Tuesday ,
NovNovember 25 , 2025(ZM) Book Group: "Long Island Compromise" by Taffy Brodesser-Akner
Tuesday, Nov 25th 7:00p to 8:15p
The Havurah Book Group is a venue for discussion of complex, controversial issues. We encourage members to engage one another through sharing ideas and knowledge. Books chosen by the group are discussed in monthly meetings. Members come to discussions that interest them. This month’s book is Long Island Compromise, by Taffy Brodesser-Akner. Beth Kaye will lead the discussion. -
Friday ,
NovNovember 28 , 2025No "Solidarity Kabbalat Shabbat Celebration" Tonight
Friday, Nov 28th (All day)
See you for our Solidarity Kabbalat Shabbat in December (usually on fourth Fridays)! -
Saturday ,
NovNovember 29 , 2025(HYB) Shabbat Morning
Shabbat, Nov 29th 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@havurahshalom.org. -
Sunday ,
NovNovember 30 , 2025(IP) Solidarity Kabbalat Shabbat Planning Meeting
Sunday, Nov 30th 6:30p to 8:30p
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Monday ,
DecDecember 1 , 2025Havurahnik Mahjong Group
Monday, Dec 1st 1:00p to 4:00p
Just for Havurah members, our Mahjong Group is a fun, social activity that builds community, encouraging new friendships and cementing old ones. And while some of us may play elsewhere as well, we all agreed that restoring its place as an ongoing congregational activity will be a good fit for Havurah and those of us who play or want to learn the game. -
Monday ,
DecDecember 1 , 2025(IP) Hebrew Brush-Up
Monday, Dec 1st 7:00p to 8:15p
Let's brush up on vocabulary and write bad "poetry" in Hebrew together! Our focus will be on learning words and putting them together into fun combinations. For early-intermediate learners. Led by Rachel Pollak. -
Tuesday ,
DecDecember 2 , 2025(IP) ABM Make-up Session
Tuesday, Dec 2nd 6:00p to 8:30p
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Tuesday ,
DecDecember 2 , 2025(IP) Advanced Torah Trope
Tuesday, Dec 2nd 7:00p to 8:30p
Calling all Torah chanters who have learned from Ken Lerner! Ken is offering a refresher class for those who would like to re-visit their skills, whether they have languished for years, or you are a regular leyner considering how to chant at a more fluid and advanced level. We will take on a Shabbat parsha and learn together. -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 3 , 2025(IP) Middle School
Wednesday, Dec 3rd 6:30p to 8:30p
For grades 7 and 8.
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