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!
For answers to Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.
A Call for Photos
Please share any photos you may have of Temple Shalom for the History Through Art exhibit.
Please label them with your name and the year.
Digital versions can be uploaded! HERE
or you can drop off photos to Lovelynn Ivey in the Temple office.
Thank you to our Event Chair:
Barbara Hecht
HISTORY THROUGH ARTThursday through Sunday, December 11-14, 2025 | (Sanctuary Vestibule)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. The exhibit will be on display Thursday through Sunday. Stop by any time. This History Through Art exhibition is made possible through the creativity and hard work of the Anita Winer Open Your Eyes Committee. If you would like to make a donation in appreciation of their efforts and to sustain future projects like this, please enter your contribution here. |
Thank you to our Event Chairs: The Music Committee
Lillian Sober Ain, Michael Zimmer, Barry Siroka, David Harris, Deborah Shapiro, Fred Cohen, Jen Kohl, Jeremy Glass, Steve Amira, and Steve Tassone.
Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 6:30pm (Sanctuary)Get ready to celebrate 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! There is no fee to attend this event. |
Thank you to our Event Chairs:
Marion & David Pollock and Mark & Janet Gottesman
SHABBAT REMEMBRANCEFriday, December 12, 2025 |
Join us for a very special B'Yachad style Shabbat of remembrance and gratitude. We will gather first for a Family Shabbat service flowing into 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. Dinner: $25 for adults & $15 for kids (12 and under) |
Thank you to our Event Chair:
Fred Cohen
STRENGTH TO STRENGTH STUDYSaturday, December 13, 2025 | 8:45am (Chapel & 101)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. There is no fee to attend this event. |
Thank you to our Event Chair:
Liz Kleinerman
LEGACY OF LIGHT GALASaturday, 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! Babysitting will be provided free of charge! Individual Tickets: Pay it Forward Gift*: $118 Open Door Sponsor**: $1800 *Pay it Forward & Open Door Sponsors will be recognized at the event If you would like to donate an auction item please contact Liz Kleinerman ejkleinerman@gmail.com |
Thank you to our Event Chairs
Rededication:
Judy Levin-Charns & Sharon Sholkin
Chanukah Celebration:
Averi Price, Robin Skirboll, Hannah Schneller, and Emma Blumenthal
REDEDICATION & CHANUKAH CELEBRATIONSunday, December 14, 2025 | 11:00am (Sanctuary & Social Hall)We will close the 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. There is no fee to participate in this event. Food and beverage will be available for purchase during the Chanukah Celebration. |
Thank you to our Host Committee Members
Mark & Janet Gottesman, Co-Chairs
Marion & David Pollock, Co-Chairs
Lillian Sober Ain
Michelle Alkon & Mark Finkelstein
Ed & Wendy Case
Mitchell & Nina Dickerman
Betty Morningstar & Jeanette Kruger
Dick & Dottye Morrison
Lynda & Jay Schwartz
Sharon & Howie Sholkin
Karen Siegel
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
If you would like to sponsor our 75th Anniversary Celebration, click here for sponsorship opportunities.
