Temple Isaiah, Stony Brook, NY
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September 04, 2010   25 Elul 5770
 
Temple Isaiah Welcomes You  

 Our 45th Year          From Generation to Generation          L'Dor Va Dor

sanctuaryWe are a Reform Jewish community with about 425 family and individual members.  More than a congregation, for many members we are a big, extended family.  We offer many fine religious, cultural, educational, and social-action programs catering to a wide variety of interests.  Let us tell you a little about our special place and the special people you will meet here. 

 
Summer Sizzles Events  

Living a Contemplative Life: How To Think Clearer and Enjoy Life More

Would you like to learn how to slow down and think in a deeper and more contemplative way? Would you like to make more thoughtful decisions? Would you like to experience life in a richer and fuller way? Come join psychologist Dan Berger as he suggests ways to do all these things, and also understand how our current multi-tasking life can be slowed down. His presentation will end with an introduction to Analytic Meditation in which you slow your thinking and observe your thoughts.

Date: Thursday, July 22           Time: 7:30 pm      RSVP

 

Organize Your Papers: Too Much Stuff?

Are you overwhelmed by the paper in your home? Cynthia Braun, Certified Professional Organizer, will teach you practical easy ways to keep your papers organized. Learn what papers to keep, shred, or just throw out. Bring a notebook!

Date:  Tuesday, July 27          Time: 7:30-9:30 pm     RSVP

 

"A Little Night Music" by Jewish Composers

George Gershwin, Aaron Copeland, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim, among others, were Jewish. Was their music affected by their background?  Cantor Michael Trachtenberg will explore how their music was influenced by being Jewish.

Date:  Wednesday, July 28     Time:  7:00-8:30 pm     RSVP

 

Summer Book Discussion: The Fifth Servant by Ken Wishnia

What a treat!  Author Ken Wishnia will facilitate a group discussion of his latest book, The Fifth Servant. The Jewish Journal states, ”Think Sherlock Holmes with a dash of Woody Allen, Phillip Roth and Stephen King, detective novel meets Yiddish folk tale."  

Date: Thursday, July 29     Time: 1:00-2:00 pm     RSVP

 

Let's Create- A Sunday Fun Day

Calling all 5 to 7 year olds! Eileen Fisher invites you to come and "see" a story about God's creations, then create your own out of wood.

Date: Sunday, August 1      Time: 10:30-11:30 am     RSVP


A Dream of Zion

Rabbi Harvey Witman will take us on a journey to explore, as well as to reflect upon, why Israel matters to American Jews.

Date: Tuesday, August 10     Time: 7:00-9:00 pm      RSVP

 

Suspense, Romance & Comedy

Join us for an hour of suspense, romance, and comedy with Rabbi Adam Fisher, his short stories and even a few poems.

Date: Thursday, August 12    Time: 7:30 pm     RSVP

 

Interfaith Marriage, Session Two: Opportunities in Intermarriage

Rabbi Stephen Karol, who decided to officiate at interfaith ceremonies two years ago, will talk about how couples and the synagogue can work together to create positive Jewish experiences.

Date: Monday, August 16     Time: 7:30 pm     RSVP

 

A History of the Jews in the Three Village Area

Mort Rosen will talk about the arrival of the first Jewish families who worked in the Setauket rubber factory. He will relate family stories and will discuss the evolution of the Jewish community in this area. A self-guided walking tour of the many Jewish sites of the past will be available for all.

Date: Thursday, August 19     Time: 7:30 pm     RSVP

 

Summer Book Discussion: The Postmistress by Sarah Blake

You have two opportunities to join in lively discussion of Sarah Blake's novel, The Postmistress. Choose either the afternoon or evening session!

Date: Monday, August 23     Time: 1:00 pm    RSVP  or Tuesday, August 24   Time: 7:30 pm    RSVP

 

Time Junkie- How to Break the Habit and Get More Free Time Now

Where does free time come from? Can't buy it on Amazon, and there are no auctions on Ebay. This workshop will give a clear idea why so many struggle with a race against time, and why we allow others to dictate our comfort with free time.

Date: Wednesday, August 25     Time: 7:30 pm     RSVP

 

Jewish Liturgy in the Movies: A Talmudic Discussion of Field of Dreams

Arnie Katz will take us on an exploration of the film Field of Dreams, which in many ways defies our strict understanding of time and space. Experience how it brings to life on the screen treasured prayers such as, "Days pass and the years vanish, and we walk sightless among miracles..." The film's plot will be briefly reviewed and film clips will be shown.

Date: Thursday, August 26     Time: 7:30 pm     RSVP

Open House Fairs  

Join Us!

More than a congregation, for many members we are a big, extended family.  We offer many fine religious, cultural, educational, and social-action programs catering to a wide variety of interests.

Open-House Fairs

Thursday, August 5th from 7 - 9 PM

Sunday, August 15th from 2-4 & 7-9 PM

Wednesday, September 1st from 7 - 9 PM

Meet our Rabbi, Cantor, Religious School Director, and members of our Board of Trustees.  

 
E-mail Reminders  

Would you like to receive reminders Temple news about services and Temple events via e-mail? Please contact the office at: tisaiah@optonline.net.

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Upcoming Events  
September 2010
09/04 -  Selichot Service (8:30 PM)
09/07 -  Yizkor Tickets (2:00 PM to 4:00 PM)
Yizkor Tickets will be available to noncongregants. Please bring a photo ID. Suggested minimum donation is $18.
09/08 -  Erev Rosh Hashanah Service (8:00 PM)
Usher in the New Year with us. Tickets are required for this High Holy Day Service.
09/09 -  Children's Service (3:00 PM)
This half-hour service includes singing, basic prayers, a story, and the blowing of the shofar. This service is appropriate for families with children from preschool to third grade. Tickets are not required for this service, but adults must bring identification with them.
09/10 -  Second Day Rosh Hashanah Service (10:00 AM)
Celebrate 5771 with us. Tickets are required at this service.
09/12 -  Sisterhood Welcome Brunch (9:00 AM)
Sisterhood invites all women to join them for a brunch. Reunite with old friends; meet new friends. Find out about the wonderful events that Sisterhood has planned for the year.
09/14 -  Yizkor Tickets (2:00 PM to 4:00 PM)
Yizkor Tickets will be available to noncongregants. Please bring a photo ID. Suggested minimum donation is $18.
09/14 -  Yizkor Tickets (6:00 PM to 8:00 PM)
Yizkor Tickets will be available to nonmenbers. Please bring a photo ID. Suggested minimum donation is $18.
09/17 -  Kol Nidre Service (8:00 PM)
Usher in the Day of Atonement with us at 8 pm. Tickets are required for this service.
Please drop food donations at the truck in the parking lot.
09/18 -  Yom Kippur Morning Service (10:00 AM)
Our morning service will begin at 10 am. Tickets are required to attend this service.
09/18 -  Children's Service (2:30 PM)
This service is appropriate for families with children preschool age to third grade. Tickets are not required for this service but adults must bring identification with them.
09/18 -  Kom Kippur Afternoon Service (3:30 PM)
Tickets are required for this service.
09/18 -  Yizkor & Concluding Service (5:00 PM)
This service will begin approximately 5 pm. Non-congregants may purchase tickets for this service for $18.
09/20 -  Book Discussion Group (2:00 PM)
09/22 -  Decorate the Sukkah (6:30 PM)
09/22 -  Sukkot Service (7:00 PM)
Children are invited to bring vegetables, gourds, and flowers to decorate the sukkah at 7:00.
09/23 -  Sukkot Service (10:00 AM)
09/24 -  Musical Tot Shabbat (5:00 PM)
09/28 -  Yizkor Service (8:00 PM)
09/29 -  Simchat Torah Service (7:00 PM)
Celebrate the Torah with us.
October 2010
10/03 -  God's Open Houses (2:30 PM)
10/15 -  Musical Tot Shabbat (5:00 PM)
10/17 -  Family Ed Brunch: K-1 (9:00 AM)
 

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