About Tifereth Israel Greenport

Congregation Tifereth Israel is a Historic Synagogue on the North Fork in Greenport. It is an egalitarian, inclusive, Conservative synagogue committed to strengthening Jewish values, learning and spiritual well-being as well as building a close, warm and supportive community for all who wish to join.

The Book Circle Selection Weaves History Into Compelling Storytelling

The shul’s Book Circle group has chosen a novel based on historical events as its selection for the August meeting, to be held on Thursday, August 17, at 3:30 p.m., in the shul’s community room. In 1492, two history-altering events occurred: the Jews and Muslims of Spain were expelled, and Columbus set sail for the New World. In Gateway to the Moon, Mary Morris weaves these events into the larger American story. The Book [...]

The Book Circle Selection Weaves History Into Compelling Storytelling2023-08-21T11:33:08-04:00

‘First Friday’ Oneg Shabbat Idea Draws Generous Crowds To The Shul  

Shul member Nancy Torchio started it all when she offered to sponsor an Oneg Shabbat to honor her father, Charles Bogen, on his first yahrzeit. The promise of socializing in the community room over coffee and cake and other goodies drew an eyepopping turnout to the sanctuary on Friday, May 26. Rabbi Gadi’s singing was particularly lyrical that evening, backed up with a chorus of singers in the sanctuary sounding more like a glee club [...]

‘First Friday’ Oneg Shabbat Idea Draws Generous Crowds To The Shul  2023-08-02T11:06:20-04:00

Shul Offers Membership Windfall For New Families And Individuals

As the professional marketers might say, “Hey folks, have we got a deal for you.” Well, our shul isn’t a professional marketing organization — not by a long shot — but hey folks, we really do have a good deal for new individuals and families joining our shul, from now until the end of the year. You’ll remember, of course, that at the June Congregation meeting, it was announced that the annual dues for an [...]

Shul Offers Membership Windfall For New Families And Individuals2023-08-02T11:04:36-04:00

Shul’s Tikkun Olam Group To Launch ‘School Supply Drive’ On July 28

This year’s “School Supply Drive” for the children of CAST clients will begin on Friday, July 28, when CAST will deliver the big red bin to collect the donations that will get kids off to a good start in the school year. The shul’s Tikkun Olam Initiative is behind the effort in our shul with a call to our members to fill the bin to overflowing. Where’s the bin? Admittedly, it was a moving [...]

Shul’s Tikkun Olam Group To Launch ‘School Supply Drive’ On July 282024-12-22T23:27:12-05:00

“Invocation for Independence”

On July 2, I was asked to deliver an invocation at the Village of Orient’s observance of Heritage Day. In planning my remarks to the villagers and guests, I was reminded that only a few years previous, I had the distinct honor to share that spot with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonya Sotomayor. This time it was Southold Town Supervisor Scott Russell, and Suffolk County Legislator Al Krupski. Below is the text of my invocation [...]

“Invocation for Independence”2023-07-30T21:22:03-04:00

“Lunch and Love”

Dear readers, Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about love, no doubt inspired by planning for the shul’s upcoming luncheon for members and friends to celebrate Tu B’Av on Wednesday, August 2. I hope you’re planning to be there. Sisterhood president Adrianne Greenberg is in charge of provisions, and the program is shaping up as a love-ly event for what has been called a “Jewish Valentine’s Day.” Tu B’Av may be a new celebration [...]

“Lunch and Love”2023-08-03T21:57:52-04:00

Art Studio Visit Sunday, July 23, 2-5 p.m.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​You are invited to the Art Studio of Judith K. Weiner (A Judaism and Art program) Open Studio | New Works & Old Works Available ​​​All are invited to visit the intimate waterfront studio that inspires the abstract concepts of shul member Judith K. Weiner. Visitors will view an evolution of the artist’s work, from early paintings and drawings to ceramic sculpture constructions and current works in progress. A selected preview of her work [...]

Art Studio Visit Sunday, July 23, 2-5 p.m.2023-07-26T18:45:13-04:00

Lunch and Love

Celebrate Tu B’Av, the ‘Jewish Valentine’s Day’ All Are Invited For “Lunch and Love” Be sure to join us as we celebrate the holiday of Tu B’Av, the Jewish Valentine’s Day, with lunch and a program titled, of course, “Lunch and Love.” It all happens on Wednesday, August 2, at noon, in the community room. It’s going to be a love-ly event. Sisterhood president Adrianne Greenberg is planning a menu to complement the “Love and [...]

Lunch and Love2023-10-25T11:11:58-04:00

Pamela Panelinto-Birman

Last month, our congregation bid farewell to one of our dedicated members. Pamela Panepinto-Birman, who passed away in Fort Lauderdale, established together with her husband Paul, the Paul and Pamela Birman Technology Fund, which helped our synagogue leap forward significantly. She was a warm and caring friend to many of us. We wish Paul to be comforted by God and our community. May Pamela’s memory be for a blessing. -Rabbi Gadi Capela

Pamela Panelinto-Birman2023-07-06T16:16:21-04:00

Children Ages 5 to 10 Are Invited To Be ‘Joyfully Jewish’

Shul Plans New Shabbat Summer Program Our shul will host a new summer program called “Joyfully Jewish,” for children ages 5 to 10, to be held on four Shabbat mornings, from 9:30 to noon. The dates are July 8, July 22, August 5, and August 19. Dawn Teyuca, an early childhood educational professional, will lead the program, which will focus on experiences that prepare children to become active participants in Jewish life. Over time, the [...]

Children Ages 5 to 10 Are Invited To Be ‘Joyfully Jewish’2023-08-21T11:34:18-04:00

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