We are a welcoming community for families with children ages infant and up. We offer a variety of social and developmental programming for parents, children, and caregivers. All of our events are open to the community - we would love to meet you!
Becca Yudkoff, Program Director for Families with Young Children byudkoff@templeshalom.org
Tot Shabbat Halleilu
First Friday of the month Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7, Mar. 6, Apr. 3, May 1
5:30: Tot Service in the Chapel with Music and movement! This service is appropriate for all ages, led by Becca Yudkoff, song leader Jackie Nudelman and the Clergy. Children are welcome and invited to lead HaMotzi, the blessing over the Challah, at the conclusion of the service.
6:00: Free Family Dinner (Vegetarian)
6:30: If you family is up for it, join the larger congregation's Shabbat Halleilu Service. We provide Shabbat Club babysitting free of charge (for ages 2 and up) in our beautiful Preschool Classroom for those who need it!
Upcoming Programs for 2019-2020
Loose Parts for Little Ones Nov. 13, Dec. 15
11:00-12:00 p.m.
Ages 1-3 years
Room 202
Bring your toddlers for exploration, discovery, tinkering and play with a new set of materials each class. Facilitated by Becca Yudkoff, Program Director for Families with Young Children; Lucy Banerji, Nursery School Director, and our wonderful nursery school teachers.
Little Explorers
Sundays, 10- 11 a.m.
Nov. 24, Dec. 15, Jan. 12, Feb. 9, Mar. 15, Apr. 5, May 3
Taught by our warm and creative Nursery School teacher Sabrina Burke, this program is designed for families to learn, laugh, explore and discover! This class will include science discovery, art exploration and story-time! Children ages 18 months-5 years are invited to come explore our monthly themes! Free & Everyone welcome.
Musical Matzah Balls
Saturdays, 10-11 a.m.
Nov. 16, Dec. 21, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, Mar. 28, Apr. 11, May 16
Join our experienced music teacher, Jackie Nudelman, for musical Saturday mornings at Temple Shalom! This fun class for 0-5 year olds will incorporate movement, musical instruments, and songs with a Jewish twist to get your weekend started!
Inside a Story!
Tuesday, Dec. 10
11:00-12:00 p.m.
Room 202
Join us for this parent-child playful hour (event/exploration) as we step “inside a story” with a book to explore every month! We will bring stories alive by transforming the space and bringing images and material to explore concepts, characters, and storytelling art. Facilitated by Becca Yudkoff, Program Director for Families with Young Children; Lucy Banerji, Nursery School Director, and our wonderful nursery school teachers.
