Worship Schedule and Upcoming Events
Shabbat "Bereshit" ~ "שבת "בראשית
Shmini Atzeret ~ Simchat Torah
Wednesday, October 23
6:00 pm – Erev Simchat Torah, Services & Dancing with the Torah scrolls
Thursday, October 24
9:00 am – Yom Tov Morning Services, with Yizkor, prayers of remembrance for loved ones who have died.
Saturday, October 25
6:30 pm – Erev Shabbat, with special guest author R. Derek Black as they share their insightful, and moving account of a singular life, with important lessons for our troubled times. Worship in person or watch on our Website
Saturday, October 26
9:00 am – Shabbat Havurah Morning & Torah Study, worship and study in person or register here to join via Zoom. Torah Study will take place during Shabbat Havurah
10:30 am – Shabbat Morning (Bat Mitzvah of Madeline Boyar), worship in person or watch on our Website
Shabbat Havurah Morning & Torah Study
Saturday, October 26 at 9:00 am
Worship and study in person or register here to join via Zoom. Torah Study will take place during Shabbat Havurah
Foundations of Judaism
Next Class: Sunday, October 27 at 9:15 am
Want to learn about Judaism for the first time, or for the first time in a long time? Deepen your understanding of Chanukah and Passover by learning the history, traditions, Hebrew blessings and songs to celebrate all 8 nights of Chanukah and lead your own Passover seder!
To learn more or to RSVP, click here.
Erev Simchat Torah
TONIGHT! Wednesday, October 23 at 6:00 pm
Join TCS for a congregational Simchat Torah celebration! Services will be held and you and your loved ones will have the opportunity to dance with the Torahs. Singing, dancing and reading will be some of the highlights of this evening!
To learn more, click here.
Winter Coat Drive
NOW through October 26
Please consider donating new or gently used winter clothing such as coats, jackets, hats, gloves & more! Drop off location: The Community Synagogue Coat Room
To learn more, click here.
RAC-NY: Every Voice, Every Vote Campaign
Oct. 22 at 8:00 pm, Oct. 27 at 6:00 pm & Oct. 29 at 6:00 pm
Join RAC-NY in their Every Voice, Every Vote Campaign, as they help prepare you to counter any attempts to sabotage the election. Followed by this initial meeting, you will have the opportunity to text Ohio voters in support of fair voting districts. The final step in this campaign will allow you the opportunity to call voters in Pennsylvania in which you will provide encouragement to vote!
To learn more, click here.
The Klansman's Son
R. Derek Black
Erev Shabbat - Friday, October 25 at 6:30 pm
Join R. Derek Black as they share their insightful, and moving account of a singular life, with important lessons for our troubled times.
To learn more, click here.
Beresheet (Genesis) Festival
Sunday, October 27 at 4:00 pm
Location: 300 Forest Drive, East Hills (Sid Jacobson JCC)
Join the Long Island Jewish Community which consists of over 20 congregations, as they come together to dance with the Torah in unity, commemorating October 7th and recapturing the joy of Simchat Torah.
To learn more, click here.
Grown Up & Me - Songs for Seeds
Wednesday's, Sept 11 - Nov 20
9:30, 10:30 OR 11:30 am
Join Songs for Seeds, The Community Synagogue's NEWEST Grown Up & Me Class. Here, you and your child will learn all while jamming out to the best that children's music has to offer. This class will provide play time and movement, with the support of caregivers in the class, aid in the development of gross and fine motor skills.
To learn more or to register, click here.
The M Factor Shredding the Silence on Menopause
Thursday, November 7 at 7:00 pm
You're invited to the M Factor "Shredding the Silence on Menopause" Film Screening. This event will include a panel discussion with leaders in medicine & women's health, followed by a Q&A discussion based on questions that YOU have. You won't want to miss this informative and empowering event!
For more information or to register, click here.
Parenting Inclusively
Next Meeting: Friday, November 8 at 11:30 am
Parents of children in cribs to those in college, are invited to join the Inclusive Parenting small group! This group meets monthly for group conversation and discussion of relevant topics. The small group is led by Robyn Semilof, a parent of three, one of whom is autistic, and Lori Zlotoff, a licensed clinical social worker and parent to two teenage daughters. Lori has been a member of the synagogue for 10 years.
Football & Chili Cookoff
Sunday, November 10 at 8:00 am
Join Brotherhood for a fun Chili Cookoff while the Giants take on the Panthers in London! Enter on your own or in teams. All proceeds go to support the Holocaust Memorial Education & Endowment Fund. You don't want to miss this Chili showdown!!
For more information or to register, click here.
Families Helping Families
Monday, November 11 at 10:00 am
Join UJA Long Island as they create Thanksgiving dinner packages that will bring smiles to those in need. Here, you can shop, assemble, and personally deliver packages to families, seniors, Holocaust survivors, and veterans served by UJA's nonprofit partners.
To learn more or to register, click here.
Mommy & Me Meetup
Mondays, October 21 - December 2 at 11:00 am (no class 11/11)
Members: $180 | Non-Members: $220
For new moms looking for support and community during an exciting and challenging time. Topics include: navigating new friendships, sleeping patterns and much more!
To learn more or to register, click here.
Almost Shabbat • Social Media Campaign
Next Post: Friday, October 18
All are welcome to participate in The Community Synagogue's "Almost Shabbat" Social Media Campaign. Participating picture submission themes include: #tbt school, #tbt Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Vacation OR Stay-cation and Doing something Jewish OR Fun! Look out for your featured photos on our social media!!
ECC Challah Program
Every Shabbat!
This delicious year-long program saves you time and money by bringing challah to your home every week. For ECC families, the first challah of the 2024-2025 school year will be delivered in time for Shabbat on Friday, September 20th, and will be sent home with your ECC child at the end of the school day. For TCS members, your challah will be available for pick up in the Main Office on Friday mornings.
Mah Jongg and Canasta Club
Mondays at 12:30 – 2:30 pm in the MPR
No session Nov 20. Co-sponsored by the Sisterhoods of The Community Synagogue & Temple Beth Israel. The club is open for general play for players of all levels. Come with your own foursome or come alone and we will match you with a group!
For more information, click here.
Weekly Yiddish Classes
Every Thursday at 10:30 – 11:30 am
Do you Farshtay A Bisl Yiddish? If the answer is yes, do we have a group for you! Our group reads Yiddish Literature transliterated into English. Therefore, no experience reading it’s original Hebraic letters required.
To learn more, click here.
Weekly Chair Yoga
Every Friday at 10:30 – 11:30 am
For one hour, focus on YOU. Forget your aches, pains, and anything troubling you through breathing and gentle stretching. The class is continuous and you can join at any time.
For more information, click here.