75th Anniversary

Celebrate 75 Years of Temple Shalom

Temple Shalom is turning 75! Since 1950, our community has been a home for prayer, learning, music, friendship, and connection. This milestone year is an opportunity to honor our past, celebrate our present, and seed our future with joy, gratitude, and vision.

Join us for a four-day anniversary celebration weekend, December 11-14, 2025. From music and Shabbat gatherings to study, community meals, and a festive Gala, we’ll come together to mark this extraordinary moment in Temple Shalom’s history.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

HISTORY THROUGH ART

Thursday through Sunday, December 11-14, 2025 | (Sanctuary Vestibule)

As part of Temple Shalom’s 75th Anniversary celebration, we are proud to present History Through Art, a special exhibit showcasing the story of our congregation through creativity and expression. This exhibit brings together artwork, photographs, and artifacts that reflect the milestones, memories, and spirit of our community across the decades.

From founding moments and sacred rituals to everyday life and joyful gatherings, History Through Art highlights the beauty of our past and the vision of our future. Walk through the exhibit to experience how art captures the heart of Temple Shalom’s journey and the generations who have shaped it.

REJOICING THROUGH MUSIC
Delighting in Jewish Melodies

Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 6:30pm (Sanctuary)

Get ready to celebrate 75 years of Temple Shalom with an evening of music, song, and joy! This family-friendly concert will feature members of our own congregation, ranging from our children to our elders. They will share their musical talents in a spirited showcase of Jewish music, in all its vibrant diversity.

Following the concert, we will gather in the Social Hall for Babka, Berries, and Bubbles, a sweet and sparkling celebration of our Temple’s 75th birthday!

SHABBAT REMEMBERANCE

Friday, December 12, 2025 | 5:30pm (Social Hall & Sanctuary)

Join us for a very special Shabbat of remembrance and gratitude as part of Temple Shalom’s 75th Anniversary celebration. We will gather first for a family-friendly community dinner at 5:30 pm, followed by a meaningful Shabbat service at 6:30 pm, and conclude with a festive birthday oneg in honor of this milestone.

Together, we will honor and give thanks for the many staff members and clergy, past and present, whose dedication, vision, and care have helped shape Temple Shalom into the vibrant community it is today.

This evening is both a celebration of our rich history and a joyful moment of connection as we look toward the future.

STRENGTH TO STRENGTH STUDY

Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 8:45am (Chapel & 101)

As part of Temple Shalom’s 75th Anniversary, join us for a special morning of learning, prayer, and reflection. We will exploring Torah and Jewish wisdom, deepening our understanding of how our tradition carries us m’chayil l’chayil—from strength to strength.

The morning will begin with an elevated minyan, followed by a rich and engaging Torah study session. Together, we will honor Temple Shalom’s legacy of learning and community while embracing the inspiration of this milestone moment.

LEGACY OF LIGHT GALA

Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 6:00pm (Social Hall)

Shine with us at Temple Shalom’s Legacy of Light Gala. This unforgettable evening will feature a dazzling silent and live auction, lively dancing, and an abundance of delicious food and drinks.

It’s a chance to reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and join together in honoring the generations who built our community. Most importantly, your participation helps seed the future of Temple Shalom ensuring that our light continues to shine for the next 75 years and beyond.

Celebrate. Connect. Give back. Be part of this milestone moment!

$75 per person*
Sponsorship opportunities available here.

* A limited number of community-sponsored tickets are available for those who may need them. Please contact Lovelynn Ivey at livey@templeshalom.org to receive a gift code.

RE-DEDICATION & CHANUKAH CELEBRATION

Sunday, December 14, 2025 | 11:00am (Sanctuary & Social Hall)

We will close our 75th Anniversary weekend with a meaningful rededication moment, bringing our community together to reflect on our past, celebrate the present, and look ahead to the future.

Afterwards, enjoy a festive Chanukah gathering for all ages, with food, activities, and plenty of holiday spirit.

Come celebrate the light of our history, the joy of the present, and the promise of our future.