Rabbi Eytan Hammerman To Lead Services This Shabbat

Be sure to join us for Shabbat services this weekend: Friday, Jan. 9, at 7:30 p.m., and again on Saturday, Jan. 10, at 9:30 a.m., when Rabbi Eytan Hammerman will lead services from our pulpit. Rabbi Hammerman has served three Conservative synagogues in New York: Temple Gates of Prayer in Queens, the Jewish Community Center of Harrison, and Temple Beth Shalom in Mahopac. He is known for his energy, innovative programming, and love of teaching. [...]

Rabbi Eytan Hammerman To Lead Services This Shabbat2026-01-06T20:07:05-05:00

Book Circle Chooses An Oldie And A Goodie: ‘Marjorie Morningstar’

Of course, those of us of a certain age read it, and saw ourselves in it, and the Book Circle is entering those days once again. In Herman Wouk’s powerful coming-of-age novel, a starry-eyed, 19-year-old beauty named Marjorie Morgenstern leaves home to accept the job of her dreams — working in a summer stock company for Noel Airman, its talented and charismatic director. Released from the social constraints of her traditional Jewish family, and thrown [...]

Book Circle Chooses An Oldie And A Goodie: ‘Marjorie Morningstar’2026-01-05T15:35:22-05:00

“The status of our shul”

Recently, I received a number of phone calls and email messages wanting to know the status of our shul, given the challenges to our leadership and disruptions within the shul family. All inquiries that were presented with thoughtfulness and insight were considered carefully, others dismissed. As president, I brought congregant concerns to the Board of Directors and to the Ritual Committee. Following protracted discussions, a letter was prepared and emailed on December 11 to all [...]

“The status of our shul”2026-01-05T15:22:48-05:00

Women’s Tu B’Shevat Seder led by Rabbi Suzan E. Lipson

All Women’s Tu B’Shevat Seder The New Year of the Trees Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026 at 2 pm You are invited to our annual Women’s Tu B’Shevat Seder led by Rabbi Suzan E. Lipson at Congregation Tifereth Israel. RSVP before Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. As we are “Branching Out” and stepping into the promise of spring, we will connect to our inner spiritual lives by feasting on an array of fruits and nuts from [...]

Women’s Tu B’Shevat Seder led by Rabbi Suzan E. Lipson2026-01-05T15:18:55-05:00

Trifecta workout; new session with Laurie Short

A new session of Strength Trifecta Begins Monday, January 5 and ends Thursday, February 26 Classes are at 5:30 p.m. every Monday and Thursday at the synagogue except Jan 19, Feb 16 and Feb 19, when there is no class. 13 classes for $130, cash or a check made out to Laura Short due the first night of class. Equipment required: three pairs of dumbbells  8lbs-5lbs-2lbs OR 7lbs-5lbs-3lbs A Mat and a water bottle Use a carry-on bag with [...]

Trifecta workout; new session with Laurie Short2025-12-24T18:32:31-05:00

 A Hanukkah Idea: Delightfully-Drawn Notecards By David Tamarkin

New Vender Joins Gift Shop Artisans Just In Time For The Holiday As the chief buyer for the Gift Shop (actually the single display case in the lobby), I’m always on the lookout for something special to offer our members. With Hanukkah coming, these notecards caught my eye. Hand-drawn and painted by David Tamarkin, an artist I recently discovered at Peconic Landing, I learned that his drawings, with their simple lines and sweet subject matter [...]

 A Hanukkah Idea: Delightfully-Drawn Notecards By David Tamarkin2025-12-09T15:40:43-05:00

A Time To Give Now: Campaign Ends Dec. 31.

As we reflect on the past year and look to the coming year, we acknowledge this is a time for renewal and commitment to our community and to our traditions. As our New Year 5786 develops, let’s build a stronger tomorrow together. This is also a time to remember our shared responsibilities to our shul community. Your presence at services and programs and simchas helps to sustain our sacred community. Your gift now will ensure [...]

A Time To Give Now: Campaign Ends Dec. 31.2025-12-09T15:39:24-05:00

“Like Anne Frank. Like Omer Neutra.”

Families and dear friends of those killed by violence, or in the throes of wartime, or in acts of terrorism feel the pain of those tragic deaths every day. We may sympathetically mouth terms like “closure,” but for most who mourn in those circumstances, there is no closure. Growing up, I can still remember the story of the couple who lived not far from our house — on a quiet, residential street in a small [...]

“Like Anne Frank. Like Omer Neutra.”2025-12-01T18:01:51-05:00

A Hanukkah Idea: Delightfully-Drawn Notecards By David Tamarkin

New Vender Joins Gift Shop Artisans Just In Time For The Holiday As the chief buyer for the Gift Shop (actually the single display case in the lobby), I’m always on the lookout for something special to offer our members. With Hanukkah coming, these notecards caught my eye. Hand-drawn and painted by David Tamarkin, an artist I recently discovered at Peconic Landing, I learned that his drawings, with their simple lines and sweet subject matter [...]

A Hanukkah Idea: Delightfully-Drawn Notecards By David Tamarkin2025-11-02T18:05:39-05:00

High Holiday Donation

As we reflect on the past year and look to the coming year, we acknowledge this is a time for renewal and commitment to our community and to our traditions. As our New Year 5786 begins, let’s build a stronger tomorrow together. This is also a time to remember our shared responsibilities to our community. Your presence at services and programs and simchas helps to sustain our sacred community. Your gift now will ensure [...]

High Holiday Donation2025-11-02T18:07:59-05:00

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