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CJL Temple Tots & Early Learners Programs
interactive Jewish experiences for Pre-k
Our families with young children come together for interactive experiences to explore Jewish holidays, learn Jewish values and to bond over the “joys and oys” of parenting. Activities take on many forms, for example:
- Singing and dancing
- Baking challah
- Family scavenger hunts
- Crafts
Explore the Center for Jewish Learning (CJL) to learn more about Temple Israel's K-12 grade religious school and our community.
For more information and to discuss your specific needs, please contact Rabbi Wendy Pein, Director of Congregational Learning, at 914-271-4705 ext. 123 or rabbipein@tinw.org.
temple tots
SUNDAYS AT 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Families with young children ages 5 and younger connect on Sunday mornings and Friday night dinners throughout the year (no membership is required!). All families are encouraged to attend our interactive Jewish experiences. Older siblings and friends are welcome.
2023-24 Schedule
October 1 – Sukkot
November 5 – Shabbat
December 10 – Hanukkah
January 28 – Tu B’Shevat
March 24 – Purim
April 14 – Passover
shabbat shabbang
FRIDAYS 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Join our clergy for songs, music, crafts, challah, pizza, and yummy treats! We welcome families with children 7 and under (and their older siblings). Bring a friend to share in our Shabbat!
Pre-K & kindY
SUNDAYS 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Our Pre-K / Kindergarten program is a monthly drop-off program that provides a fun introduction to Jewish learning for great value and creates an easy transition to weekly classes in subsequent years.
2023-24 Schedule
October 1 – Sukkot
November 5 – Shabbat
December 10 – Hanukkah
January 28 – Tu B’Shevat
February 4 – Mitzvah Morning
March 24 – Purim
April 14 – Passover
May 19 – Last Day
grades 1 & 2 Temple israel Friends program
The Friends of Temple Israel Grades 1 & 2 Program allows your family to participate in Temple community life and enroll your child(ren) in our Center for Jewish Learning (CJL) with a reduced financial commitment, until your oldest child reaches 3rd grade.
Register for Temple Friends program below. If you do not have a Temple login, contact Temple Administrator, Matt Mansfield at matt@tinw.org or 914-271-4705 x 121
Temple israel partners with PJ Library
Temple Israel is a partner organization of PJ Library. Temple Israel families receive free monthly books to their home through PJ Library. We also collaborate with PJ Library to host events for families with young children such as a recent Family Day.
Resources for Families with Young Kids
URJ Resource Sheet - Looking for Jewish music, podcasts, Holiday info, Pinterest boards? We've got you covered with this one stop source for family friendly Jewish resources.
PJ Library - Book list of Jewish books for children, curated by the PJ Library
PJ Library Events - Find local Jewish children's events in the New York area
Shabbat Blessings - Available for download and printing (includes blessing of the children)
Tue, March 19 2024
9 Adar II 5784
Temple israel Happenings
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 23 , 2024The Barbie Megillah Purim Spiel
Shabbat, Mar 23rd 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Our immensely talented cantors and choir members present "The Barbie Megillah," with cameo appearances by other special performers. This all-ages, family friendly spiel will have everyone rolling in the aisles and singing along to their favorite pop hits! The spiel will be preceded by a light supper and beverages for children and adults. Supper begins at 6 PM followed by the Spiel at 7 PM. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024Temple Tots
Sunday, Mar 24th 9:30am to 10:30am
Families with young children connect on Sunday mornings and Friday night dinners throughout the year (no membership is required!). All families with young children (ages 5 and younger) are encouraged to attend our interactive Jewish experiences. Older siblings and friends are welcome. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024A Spinning Good Time on the Hudson - Offsite
Sunday, Mar 24th 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Come spend the afternoon lunching, climbing, tagging and gaming! Our first family fundraising event for Temple Israel. All families and friends of families are welcome! -
Monday ,
MarMarch 25 , 2024Community Service Through Flowers
Monday, Mar 25th 11:00am to 12:30pm
The program promotes a sense of peace and unity within our community and beyond through acts of loving kindness and social justice. Our goal is to bring joy into the lives of the elderly by creating floral arrangements which are distributed to local nursing homes and to build community among volunteers through this process.
Events
Friday Night
Candle Lighting : 6:53pm |
: 7:00pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:30am |
: 6:00pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
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Mar 23 |
Mar 24 |
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Mar 25 |
This week's Torah portion is Parashat Vayikra
Shabbat, Mar 23 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Mar 22, 6:53pm |
Taanit Esther
Thursday, Mar 21 |