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CJL Temple Tots & Early Learners Programs

temple tots - A Joyful family experience

SUNDAYS  AT 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Families are invited on select Sunday mornings throughout the year for a delightful and interactive Jewish experience designed for children ages 5 and younger. Temple membership is not required—all parents/caretakers and children are welcome! 

What to Expect:

  • Engaging Activities: Enjoy music, crafts, and storytelling that captivate young minds and hearts.
  • Community Connection: Socialize and build lasting friendships with other families in our welcoming environment.
  • Inclusive Fun: Older siblings and friends are also invited to share the joy and participate in the activities.

Come together, create memories, and celebrate with us at Temple Tot mornings. We look forward to seeing you there!

September 14 – Rosh Hashanah
October 5 – Sukkot
November 23 – Gratitude / Shabbat
December 21 – Hanukkah
February 1 – Tu B’Shevat
March 1 – Purim
March 22 - Passover
April 19 - Yom Ha'Atzmaut

Register for Temple Tots

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!

September 12
December 12
February 13
March 27
May 8

RSVP here for Shabbat Shabbang

kindergarten

SUNDAYS  9:00 - 11:30 AM

Our 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.

This year, our Gan/Kindergarten program will be centered on Jewish learning through art. Kindergarten students will learn about Jewish holidays and values such as Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Hanukkah, and gratitude through a Jewish art project.

Our morning begins with a short, musical service with a teaching moment, led by our Clergy. Our students learn about Jewish holidays through music, crafts, and stories. Our Madrichim (Teen Aides) help facilitate this class with a Center for Jewish Learning (CJL) Instructor as part of their teacher and leadership training.

September 7 - First Day of CJL
October 5 – Sukkot
November 23 – Gratitude
December 21 – Hanukkah
January 11 - Shabbat
February 1 – Tu B’Shevat
March 1 – Purim
March 22 – Passover
April 19 – Yom Ha'Atzmaut
May 17 – Last day of CJL

Enroll in Kindergarten

K-2 Temple israel Friends program

The Friends of Temple Israel Program allows your family to participate in Temple community life and enroll your child(ren) in Kindergarten through 2nd Grade in our Center for Jewish Learning (CJL) without becoming members until your oldest child reaches 3rd grade.  In lieu of the annual membership, there is an increased school registration fee (for Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd grade).

To learn more about the Temple Israel Friends Program or if you do not have a Temple account to log into, please contact Robin Safarowic, Director of Finance and Membership, robin@tinw.org or call 914-271-4705 x124.

Register for Temple Israel's Friends Program

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)

explore the center for jewish learning

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 email Cantor Hayley Kobilinsky or call her at 914-271-4705 x127.

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