Building permits have just been issued for the Legacy Lobby project, which will result in an expanded lobby and updated hallways, along with new flooring in the social hall.
While we would have liked to begin construction earlier in the summer, that was not possible. The building will be kept safe at all times and we will maintain our full schedule during construction.
We look forward to your cooperation as we update the building, thanks to funding that was available because to TSE's merger with Temple Rodeph Torah.
Join us tonight for Shore Shabbat! When else will you have the opportunity to eat a corn dog, funnel cake and cotton candy at a synagogue?
News From the TSE Theater Troupe!
Attention theater and music lovers of ALL ages! The TSE Theater Troupe’s second performance opportunity will be a musical revue, comprised of songs and scenes from Jewish-themed musicals such as Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Fiddler on the Roof, and more! The performance will be held at the Temple on Sunday, December 8th.
We will have an information meeting on Zoom on Monday, August 26th at 7:30 PM. Please email or call / text Allyson Descy (asdescy@gmail.com; 732-513-7139) if you are interested, and we will send you the Zoom link. Feel free to contact Allyson with any questions.
We hope you will join us for this exciting opportunity!
Erev Rosh Hashanah is on October 2nd; but there is so much to do leading up to the New Year!
With great sadness we share Libby Chirlin, mother of Gail Crescenti, passed away earlier today. Libby was predeceased by her parents, Harry and Ethel Green, her sister Rhoda, and husband Paul. In addition to Gail, Libby will be remembered by her other daughter, Pamela, and son, Robert.
The funeral and interment will be at Cedar Park and Beth El Cemeteries, 735 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652 on Sunday 11:00 a.m. Those attending are being asked to arrive by 10:30 a.m.
Shiva will be at the following times:
Sunday, after the funeral at 1 Ivy Road, Freehold; Monday, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a minyan at 7:00 p.m., also at 1 Ivy Road, Freehold; Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 15 Appletree Drive, Matawan; and Wednesday at 10 Buccaneer Lane, East Setauket, NY.
The family is asking that donations be made to Magen David Adom.
May God console those who mourn in Zion, Jerusalem and throughout the world
Please Join us for our Paid up Membership Brunch on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 11am.
If you want to have good fun, make good friends, and enjoy good food, join our Renaissance Group!
Membership is open to those 55 years or older. The cost for membership is $18 per person for TSE members; $25 for those who are not TSE members, and free for 1st year TSE members.
Rain is in the forecast for this Friday, so Sundaes became the new Friday for this week.
COMING UP
SUMMER LEARNING
Remember, the Torah doesn't sleep in the summer: Torah Study every Wednesday at 11:00 am and Saturday at 9:00 am. August 10th 9:00 am Torah Study 10:00 am Minyan Both online or in-person shaariemeth.org/torah Minyan Leader this Week: Sharon Aptaker
Friends - As we get closer to Shabbat, I hope you all have been finding comfort, joy, and fellowship at our amazing Summer Shabbat Series.
This Friday at 6:30 p.m., in addition to Snow Cone Shabbat, we have an amazing gift for you from some very passionate and generous congregants here at TSE: Doni and Eric from Nefesh Mountain will be joining us to help make our Shabbat even more special with their unique take on contemporary Jewish bluegrass music. Doni and Eric packed the house at our concert this past spring, and my family and I hope you will join us this Friday for what is sure to be a very special evening.
All are welcome at TSE, so bring your family, bring your friends, and bring anyone who loves good music, good food, and good times.
Looking forward to seeing you all this Friday at TSE, our Jewish home,
With great sadness we share that Sondra Bernfield passed away July 27th. She was the sister of Arlene Spiegler and sister-in-law to Ron Spiegler (z''l).
The funeral and shiva will be held in Highland Park, Illinois.
May God console those who mourn in Zion, Jerusalem and throughout the world
The New York based Progressive Americana group Nefesh Mountain Band has been hailed as one of the formative boundary-pushing ensembles in roots music. The band's creators and dynamic husband and wife team of Eric Lindberg and Doni Zasloff have created a world and sound all their own; blurring the lines between Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Jazz and Blues with a masterful hand as songwriters, instrumentalists and composers alike. The band, declared “A Powerhouse Unit” by Rolling Stone and "Introspective lyrics and world class musicianship” by American Songwriter, takes the listener on a deeply personal journey that embodies their own wild nature and unbridled free spirits, bridging compositional prowess and prolific songwriting with deft instrumentals and jams.
Remember, the Torah doesn't sleep in the summer: Torah Study every Wednesday at 11:00 am and Saturday at 9:00 am. August 3rd 9:00 am Torah Study 10:00 am Minyan Both online or in-person shaariemeth.org/torah Minyan Leader this Week: Bob Dollinger
With great sadness we share that Jonathan Klein passed away July 22, 2024. Jon was the husband of Barbara and the father of Jason, Michael and Rachel. He was the father-in-law to Camela and Brian. He was the brother of Noah (z”l), David, and Daniel (z”l) and the brother-in-law to Beverly and Ellen. Barbara and Jon were founding members of Temple Rodeph Torah.
The funeral will be on Sunday, July 28 at 12:00 pm at Freeman Funeral Home, 344 Route 9 North in Manalapan, preceded by Memorial Visitation 11:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Shiva will be held at Barbara’s home, 27 Edwards Lane, Manalapan on Sunday following the funeral, Monday, July 29th and Tuesday, July 30th from 1:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00, with minyan at 7:00 pm each night.
I apologize for any confusion caused by the first email's link being incorrect. That what happens when you keep getting distracted.
Please Join us for our Paid up Membership Brunch on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 11am.
If you want to have good fun, make good friends, and enjoy good food, join our Renaissance Group!
Membership is open to those 55 years or older. The cost for membership is $18 per person for TSE members; $25 for those who are not TSE members, and free for 1st year TSE members.
Please Join us for our Paid up Membership Brunch on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 11am.
If you want to have good fun, make good friends, and enjoy good food, join our Renaissance Group!
Membership is open to those 55 years or older. The cost for membership is $18 per person for TSE members; $25 for those who are not TSE members, and free for 1st year TSE members.
Remember, the Torah doesn't sleep in the summer: Torah Study every Wednesday at 11:00 am and Saturday at 9:00 am. July 20 9:00 am Torah Study 10:00 am Minyan Both online or in-person shaariemeth.org/torah Minyan Leader this Week: Karen Goldstein
Remember, the Torah doesn't sleep in the summer: Torah Study every Wednesday at 11:00 am and Saturday at 9:00 am. July 13 9:00 am Torah Study 10:00 am Minyan Both online or in-person shaariemeth.org/torah Minyan Leader this Week: Sharon Aptaker
Remember, the Torah doesn't sleep in the summer: Torah Study every Wednesday at 11:00 am and Saturday at 9:00 am. July 13 9:00 am Torah Study 10:00 am Minyan Both online or in-person shaariemeth.org/torah Minyan Leader this Week: Sharon Aptaker
With great sadness we share that Bill Barter passed away July 4, 2024. Bill was the husband of Rhonda, and the father of Shannon Schemmel and Ariel Barter. He was the Brother of Lee, father-in-law of Brian Schemmel and the grandfather of Elise.
The funeral will be held on Tuesday, July 9, 12:30 p.m. at Freeman's Funeral Home, 344 Route 9, North, Manalapan, NJ.
Shiva will be held: Tuesday following the funeral at the home of Aster and Rob Leitner, 12 Bentley Court, Freehold,
Wednesday and Thursday at the home of Rhonda Barter, 9 Mercer Lane, Manalapan, NJ, from 3:00-5:00 and 6:00-8:00 with a shiva minyan at 7:00 p.m. each night.
July 5th Temple Closed Mr. Softee Shabbat at 6:30 pm July 6 No Torah Study Minyan -Online Only shaariemeth.org/torah Minyan Leader this Week: Rabbi Falco
Summer is almost here, and I know we’re all looking forward to some time for rest and relaxation with family and friends! We are excited to launch Religious School Registration for the 2024-25 school year and eager to embark on another year of meaning-making and community-building at Temple Shaari Emeth. We are so grateful for your partnership, and please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about Religious School for this fall.
Safety and security continue to be at the forefront of our minds, so in addition to the many security measures we have in place, the Temple will continue to have full-time armed security whenever the building is in use, which includes all of our Religious School sessions. Our top priority is keeping our congregants, students, and staff safe, and we appreciate your support in this endeavor.
As in previous years, choice of Sunday morning, Tuesday afternoon, or Wednesday afternoon classes applies to students entering 3rd-6th grade. All 7th grade students will attend on Wednesday evenings and also sign up for a one-on-one 15–20-minute Hebrew tutoring session on Zoom on a separate day (more information about the schedule will be sent at the beginning of the school year). Classes for K-2nd grade and Matan students (those with special needs) will be offered on Sunday mornings, and 8th-12th grade students will attend on Tuesday evenings. Please note that if your child will become Bar/Bat Mitzvah in their 8th grade year, they must be registered for 8th grade Religious School.
Registration Information
We need your help and continued partnership as we prepare for the new school year, so please complete your Religious School Registration for the 2024-25 school year by following these steps: 1. Click here to log in to your Temple account. 2. Complete the online School Enrollment Form by clicking here or from the Religious School page. - Once in the School Enrollment Form, choose “Religious School 2024-2025” from the drop-down list under “Which term are you enrolling to?” 3. Completely fill out the Enrollment Form and submit the $150 Registration Fee per student. Please note that the Registration Fee is due at the time you submit the School Enrollment Form.
Please make sure your Temple account is current to guarantee your child's placement, and if you have any financial concerns please reach out to Stuart Brown or me so that we can assist you. Placements are made on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure you submit your Enrollment Form and Fees as soon as possible to ensure your child's placement on your preferred day. Religious School Registration is due by July 15th to ensure we can make class placements.
We want to support the needs of all our students, so please pay special attention to the sections of the Enrollment Form related to allergies, medical conditions, and learning needs. If your child has a food allergy, we ask that you submit a FARE Form or Food Allergy Action Plan to the Religious School Office. Additionally, if your child has an IEP, 504 Plan, or Behavior Intervention Plan, please submit a copy to the Religious School Office. If you have specific concerns related to your child or other accommodations that might be necessary, please don't hesitate to get in touch with me so that we can discuss a plan for your student to maximize their success.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email me at mpescatore@shaariemeth.org or call the Religious School Office at 732-462-4245. We are looking forward to continuing to provide togetherness, support, fun, connection, and engaging Jewish learning for your children, and we can’t wait to welcome your family back to Temple Shaari Emeth Religious School in September!
L’shalom, Melissa Pescatore Director of Religious Education
With great sadness we share that Leila Silverman passed away June 19, 2024. She was the wife of Sidney (z''l) and the mother of Philip (Nina) Silverman, Carol Silverman, and Ellen (Alan) Rubin, the grandmother of Erica (Matthew) Rubinson, Shari (Mike) Verschell, Amanda (Alec) Zbar, Lawrence Rubin, and Lauren Rubin, and the great-grandmother of Jack, Ryan, Benjamin, and Jordan.
The family will have a private service tomorrow, and will observe shiva at the home of Ellen and Alan Rubin (50 Deerfield Rd., Morganville 07751) on Friday after the burial, beginning at 1:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday after 12:00 pm.
May God console those who mourn in Zion, Jerusalem and throughout the world
With great sadness we share that Herbert H. Schneiderman passed away. He was the husband to Ellen Zimber (z''l) and father to Alissa Shaw and Jill Yaras. He was the father-in-law to Steven Shaw and Aaron Yaras and the grandfather to Ryan, MollyJo, Reed, Rebecca, Max and Rachel.
The funeral will be on Thursday in Florida.
Shiva will be at Alissa and Steven Shaw's home, 11 Pheasant Drive, Marlboro on Saturday, from 6-9pm, Sunday from 1-4pm and again 6-9pm and Monday from 6-9pm with Minyan at 7pm each night.
Summer is almost here, and I know we’re all looking forward to some time for rest and relaxation with family and friends! We are excited to launch Religious School Registration for the 2024-25 school year and eager to embark on another year of meaning-making and community-building at Temple Shaari Emeth. We are so grateful for your partnership, and please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about Religious School for this fall.
Safety and security continue to be at the forefront of our minds, so in addition to the many security measures we have in place, the Temple will continue to have full-time armed security whenever the building is in use, which includes all of our Religious School sessions. Our top priority is keeping our congregants, students, and staff safe, and we appreciate your support in this endeavor.
As in previous years, choice of Sunday morning, Tuesday afternoon, or Wednesday afternoon classes applies to students entering 3rd-6th grade. All 7th grade students will attend on Wednesday evenings and also sign up for a one-on-one 15–20-minute Hebrew tutoring session on Zoom on a separate day (more information about the schedule will be sent at the beginning of the school year). Classes for K-2nd grade and Matan students (those with special needs) will be offered on Sunday mornings, and 8th-12th grade students will attend on Tuesday evenings. Please note that if your child will become Bar/Bat Mitzvah in their 8th grade year, they must be registered for 8th grade Religious School.
Registration Information
We need your help and continued partnership as we prepare for the new school year, so please complete your Religious School Registration for the 2024-25 school year by following these steps: 1. Click here to log in to your Temple account. 2. Complete the online School Enrollment Form by clicking here or from the Religious School page. - Once in the School Enrollment Form, choose “Religious School 2024-2025” from the drop-down list under “Which term are you enrolling to?” 3. Completely fill out the Enrollment Form and submit the $150 Registration Fee per student. Please note that the Registration Fee is due at the time you submit the School Enrollment Form.
Please make sure your Temple account is current to guarantee your child's placement, and if you have any financial concerns please reach out to Stuart Brown or me so that we can assist you. Placements are made on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure you submit your Enrollment Form and Fees as soon as possible to ensure your child's placement on your preferred day. Religious School Registration is due by July 15th to ensure we can make class placements.
We want to support the needs of all our students, so please pay special attention to the sections of the Enrollment Form related to allergies, medical conditions, and learning needs. If your child has a food allergy, we ask that you submit a FARE Form or Food Allergy Action Plan to the Religious School Office. Additionally, if your child has an IEP, 504 Plan, or Behavior Intervention Plan, please submit a copy to the Religious School Office. If you have specific concerns related to your child or other accommodations that might be necessary, please don't hesitate to get in touch with me so that we can discuss a plan for your student to maximize their success.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email me at mpescatore@shaariemeth.org or call the Religious School Office at 732-462-4245. We are looking forward to continuing to provide togetherness, support, fun, connection, and engaging Jewish learning for your children, and we can’t wait to welcome your family back to Temple Shaari Emeth Religious School in September!
L’shalom, Melissa Pescatore Director of Religious Education
With great sadness we share that long time member Judith Wolt passed away on Saturday. She was the wife of John Wolt (z''l) and mother of Daniel (z''l) and Ethan Wolt.
Judith's funeral on Monday will be private.
May God console those who mourn in Zion, Jerusalem and throughout the world
With great sadness we share that Robert Weiner passed away. He was the husband of Anita Weiner, father to Sheryn Cohen and Jason Beraka. He was the father-in-law to Doug Cohen and Vickie Beraka and the grandfather to Rachel, Alyssa, Sage and Eva.
The funeral will be on Monday, June 10th at 1:00pm at Bloomfield Cooper Jewish Chapel, 44 Wilson Avenue, Manalapan with interment immediately following at Beth Israel in Woodbridge, NJ.
Shiva will be observed at Sheryn and Doug Cohen's house, 40 Apache Drive, Manalapan on Tuesday and Wednesday from 1-4pm and 6-8pm. Shiva will continue on Thursday at Anita's home, 601 Mattison Avenue, Apartment 4A, Asbury Park from 12-4:30pm.
