The Shaare Torah community mourns the loss of Cynthia Weisbard, z"l, beloved mother of Wendy Weisbard (Howard Harary) , who passed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Shiva will be held on Monday, January 27 at 7:00 PM at Shaare Torah. Notes of condolence may be sent to Wendy and family at wwg26@hotmail.com. May the Weisbard family be held and Continue Reading »
8:00 - 9:00 am - Minyan: Rabbi Helfand will lead minyan and give a short teaching with light breakfast (ST) NOTE: Minyan is one hour earlier than the usual time. 9:15 am - Coffee and Q&A with Nesiyah Parents (ST) 10:30 am-12:00 pm - Religious School Visit. Rabbi Helfand will meet with the Nesiyah classes. NOTE: Nesiyah will start at the Continue Reading »
Our annual PJ Havdalah is for families with children ages 5 and younger (older siblings are of course welcome!). We are excited that our visiting rabbi candidate, Rabbi David Helfand, and his family will join us for PJ Havdalah! Join us for breakfast for dinner, crafts, and of course storytime! Come in PJs! $5 per person, $20 family Continue Reading »
Rabbi David will lead Shabbat Sing at 9:30am, followed by Coffee and Conversation with STECC parents at 10am. Please come with any questions you would like to ask. We invite all STECC parents to join us, regardless of synagogue membership or faith background. We value everyone's input as we choose our next rabbi.
Saturday, January 18, 2025 5:30-7:00 PM Come together with our Nesiyah community to mark the start of a new week with a beautiful and meaningful Havdalah ceremony. Families will join their respective cohorts in the warm and welcoming homes of our Nesiyah hosts. After sharing this special moment, everyone will enjoy a fun and relaxing pizza dinner—a perfect way Continue Reading »
Date: Thursday, January 16th Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Rockville Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and camaraderie as we sip, snack, and share ideas for our group’s future—including coming up with a fresh, fabulous name! This is your chance to meet other parents navigating this exciting life transition Continue Reading »
Join us on Friday, February 7th, for a fun-filled Shabbat open to all families with children, featuring an Italian dairy dinner, a family-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service, and a delicious ice cream sundae bar Oneg after the service. All are welcome! 5:30-6:15 PM- Italian Dinner 6:15-6:45 PM- Kabbalat Shabbat Service 6:45-7:30 PM- Ice Cream Oneg Click here to register
8:00 AM Minyan led by Rabbi Moshe Smolkin with a short teaching 9:30 AM Coffee & Q&A with Nesiyah parents while Rabbi Smolkin visits Nesiyah classes
