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Statement from President Joe Biden Condemning Terrorist Attacks in Israel

October 7, 2023 by urjtbs • News

As President of the congregation of Temple Beth Shalom, our hearts and minds are with Israel as they respond to this unprecedented attack on the country on this day of peace and celebration of the end of war. We pray that Hamas does the wise thing and steps back from its current position.
Statement from President Joe Biden Condemning Terrorist Attacks in Israel

October 2023 Chai Lites

October 1, 2023 by urjtbs • Community

Happy Fall, Temple Beth Shalom Members and Friends!  The October 2023 Chai Lites issue is here and attached for you.  There are plenty of activities announced there for you to join, and many events in the works.  Stay tuned to join us in the newly-decorated Sukkah this Friday, weather permitting, for a Sukkot ceremony at the end of our Shabbat service.  If you are joining on Zoom, we will bring you out with us!  Many thanks to our Board, Brotherhood/Sisterhood, and other contributors to the Chai Lites; and special thanks to our President and Editor, Lorraine Mixter, doing it all the way from Canada while making it feel so much at home.  🙂

ChaiLites Oct2023

Sukkah Decorations

October 1, 2023 by urjtbs • Community, High Holy Days, High Holy Holiday, Social

We have a nice group come out and decorate the Sukkah!

Decorate the Sukkah — Sun Oct 1, 11 am

September 24, 2023 by urjtbs • High Holy Days, High Holy Holiday

JOIN IN THE FUN
Decorate the Sukkah
Sunday, October 1 at 11:00 am
Bring a snack or lunch to eat in the Sukkah
1029 Bradbury Rd., Winter Haven

LAKELAND FLYING TIGERS OUTING

September 12, 2023 by urjtbs • Men's Club, Sisterhood, Social

Temple Beth Shalom Brotherhood/Sisterhood went to the baseball game on Thursday, September 7th, 2023. It was the Lakeland Flying Tigers vs Tampa NY. The Flying Tigers won 8-6. It was a lot of fun.

Brotherhood/Sisterhood dinner at Il Forno in Lakeland

September 11, 2023 by urjtbs • Men's Club, Sisterhood, Social

The Temple Beth Shalom Brotherhood/Sisterhood met for dinner at Il Forno in Lakeland on Sunday, September 10th. at 5:00 pm. The event was a tremendous success.

September 2023 Chai Lites

September 9, 2023 by urjtbs • Community

Hello Temple Beth Shalom Members and Friends, the September 2023 and High Holidays 5783-5784 issue of the Chai Lites is here!  Look inside to see new columns from our President, Past President, and Rabbi; and to update yourself on the full schedule of social and religious activities planned for this month.  Many thanks to all who contributed to this issue and who will be organizing so much for us this season.

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HIGH HOLIDAY SCHEDULE – 2023

August 13, 2023 by urjtbs • High Holy Holiday

September 9th Saturday

6:00pm Dinner with the Rabbi

7:00pm Selichot Program and Service

September 15th Friday

7:30pm Erev Rosh Hasahnah

September 16th Saturday

1030am Rosh Hasanah Morning Service

September 24th Sunday

7:30pm Kol Nidre

September 25th Monday

10:30am Yom Kippur Morning Service

3:00pm Discussion

4:00pm Yom Kippur Afternoon Service

4:30pm Stone Service followed by Yiskor

5:00pm Neilah

6:00pm Break the Fast in the Social Hall

WILL CALL WINDOW FOR BASEBALL TICKETS

August 13, 2023 by urjtbs • Men's Club, Sisterhood, Social

Do not STRIKE OUT – Tickets at WILL CALL WINDOW

Join US Temple Beth Shalom Brotherhood/Sisterhood September 7th, 2023

Lakeland Flying Tigers vs Tampa Tarpons [NY]

Gates open @ 5:30 pm — Game starts @ 6:30 pm.

Cost is $9.00 for under 60 years old.

Cost is $8.00 for 60 years Plus.

Food and drinks are at your cost.

Parking is FREE!

Make payment to: Temple Beth Shalom Brotherhood

%Joseph Rodriguez, 3210 Great Heron Loop, Polk City, Fla. 33868

Payment must be received by August 28th, 2023.

Pick up Your tickets at the: “WILL CALL WINDOW”

Do not forget to wear your Temple Shirt or Hat!

 

August 2023 Chai Lites

August 3, 2023 by urjtbs • Community

Good afternoon Temple Beth Shalom Members and Friends, your Board and congregation have been busy planning activities for you through the Summer and beyond!  See attached the August 2023 issue of the Chai Lites, with the schedule of Member-Led services and talks through the end of the Summer break, our weekly Maj Jongg and Yoga sessions, and the upcoming High Holiday schedule.  We also have some great social and FUNdraising events in which we hope you will participate.  Many thanks to all who joined together to develop and update on these activities, and to our Editor and President, Lorraine Mixter.

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Dear Israel: A Story of Love and Longing

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