As we watch the leaves fall from the trees, and brace for the coming winter months, we become centered on our home, family and the holiday traditions that bring us all together. And with Thanksgiving/Hanukkah just around the corner, we reflect on the many blessings bestowed upon us.

This holiday season, our Temple community is preparing all types of activities that will bring us together for bonding and fellowship. And in this season of thankfulness, we have an opportunity to reflect on just how fortunate we are to have found each other and a pathway to share our traditions and make new memories for our children.

Pizza pre-negs, Sing-a-longs, Hanukkah parties, Champagne Tastings, Book Clubs and Adult Education lectures are just a few ways we come together in an effort to create friendships that outlast a lifetime!

In this upcoming holiday season, there is no reason for any of us to be alone. Your Temple community is all around. There is a comfort in knowing that whatever we face, we face it with the support and warmth of the good friends and family we have made at Temple Shirat Shalom.

Welcome to November, the time of year that reminds us of the importance of family, friends, and what matters in our lives. We are particularly fortunate that we are alive to see a once in a lifetime occurrence…

Yes, that’s right…we get to celebrate Chanukah and Thanksgiving at the same time!! We get to have turkey, latkes, and (insert favorite here) pie all at the same time. We get to overeat, watch football, and watch the tearing of wrapping paper as our children unveil the gifts that parents have hidden in closets, basements, and car trunks.

What better way to become fully enveloped in the warmth and love of family?

While we are basking in this holiday glow, let’s remind ourselves that this is also the best time to get involved with your TSS family. As you’ll see in this bulletin there are many, many activities on the schedule. Please pick those that interest you most and spend some time with us.