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Centennial Celebration

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    Supporter-Level Donation Options!

     We’re excited to introduce special supporter-level donation opportunities to celebrate this historic milestone and contribute to the future of our congregation. As a Centennial Supporter, you will be acknowledged in the Gala Program, a lasting tribute to this special occasion

    Join us in honoring our congregation’s rich history while supporting its bright future!

    Giving Options:

    • $1,000: Half-Page Ad in the Gala Program
    • $500: Quarter-page Ad in the Gala Program
    • $360: Business Card Ad in the Gala Program
    • $72: One Well Wishes Ad in the Gala Program
    • $36: Include family/person’s name in the Gala Program

     

    Click here to become a Centennial Supporter!

    Centennial Celebration Major Events

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    Centennial Gala

    May 18, 2025

    This joyous evening will mark the grand finale of our yearlong Centennial Celebration. Don’t miss this milestone event! For more information, visit our Centennial Gala page.

    See our Past Centennial Celebration Major Events!

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    Bread and Torah Weekend

    March 20-23, 2025

    We are thrilled to invite Rabbis Linda Motzkin and Jonathan Rubenstein of Bread and Torah. As part of our Centennial Celebration, Bread and Torah Weekend will be a weekend of learning, delicious food, and connection from Thursday, March 20 to Sunday, March 23.

     

    Weekend Highlights​​​​​

    • Thursday, March 20
      • 6:00-9:00 PM - Community Challah Bake
    • Friday, March 21
      • 2:00-3:30 PM - Babka and Sweet Pastry Workshop
      • 5:45 PM - Shabbat B'Ma'agal
    • Saturday, March 22
      • 11:30 AM - D'var Torah from Rabbi Rubenstein
      • 12:30 PM - Teaching during Kiddush from Rabbi Motzkin on "Women and the Making of Torah"
    • Sunday, March 23
      • 11 am - 12:30 pm:  Community Torah Project
        • The Community Torah Project is a long-term endeavor designed to open up the sacred process of creating a Torah scroll. Communities around the world have participated in the various steps in the making of a Torah scroll, from processing deerskins into parchment to proofreading completed panels and sewing fully proofread panels together. At Temple Emanu-El, we will be helping to proofread panels that will be put together into a Torah.  This is a wonderful opportunity to see scribal art up close and contribute to the mitzvah of creating a Torah!

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    A Weekend with Six13

    January 17-18, 2025

    An extraordinary weekend with the acclaimed a cappella group Six13, featuring our very own Meeting House service leader, Josh Sauer!

    Highlights include:

    • Friday January 17 at 5:45 PM: A spirited Shabbat B'Ma'agal service and dinner with Six13.
    • Saturday January 18 at 9:30 AM: Uplifting Shabbat service with Musical Musaf led by Six13
    • Saturday January 18 at 12:30 PM: A fun-filled Kids Concert
    • Saturday January 18 at 7:30 PM: An electrifying Six13 concert to cap off the weekend!

     

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    Visioning 100 Art Exhibition

    November 16, 2024

    • Evening program with desserts. Exhibit will feature works in various media created by Temple Emanu-El members honoring the Centennial theme.
    • Artwork on display until February 8, 2025

     

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    Adult Education Weekend

    November 15-16, 2024

    • A weekend of learning with internationally recognized scholar of American Jewish History Dr. Jonathan Sarna. Includes Shabbat Chai service and dinner on Friday night and teaching opportunities over the weekend.
    • Read Dr. Sarna's Centennial Address here.

    Centennial Celebration Opening Weekend Events

    September 6-8, 2024

    • Friday night: Shabbat B’Ma’agal Service in the Round and Dinner provided by Veggie Fun.
    • Saturday morning: Services and Kiddush at the shul followed by dessert and treats at the Fel Family Home.
    • Sunday morning: Jewish Rhode Island Opening Lecture: Jewish Businesses in Rhode Island. Explore the history and impact of Jewish businesses and innovation in Rhode Island, highlighting prominent businesses and their contributions to the local retail, textile, food, and financial industries.

     

    Sat, March 29 2025 29 Adar 5785