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Annual Hanukkah Dinner 2022

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We hope everyone enjoyed our Annual Hanukkah Dinner! A big thank you to Temple Brotherhood, Troop 30/Troop 30GT Scouts, Hanukkah Hootenanny musicians, and everyone who made the night a blast!

Event Description:

Annual Temple Hanukkah Dinner | Sunday, December 18 at 5:00 pm
Sponsored by The Temple Brotherhood

After a pause during the pandemic, our annual Temple Brotherhood Hanukkah Latke Dinner finally resumes this year! There will be loads of latkes, fun and games for the kids, a Hanukkah Hootenanny sing-a-long by Cantor Lauren and other members, and our Troop 30/Troop 30GT Scouts will provide excellent service.

PS: Don’t forget to BYOM (Bring Your Own Menorah)!

From ReformJudaism.org WHAT IS HANNUKAH? Hanukkah, one of the most widely observed Jewish holidays, is a festive eight-day celebration that for many people falls during the darkest, coldest season of the year. Also called the Festival of Lights, the holiday brings light, joy, and warmth to our homes and communities as we celebrate with candles, food, family, and friends. Light comes literally, with the lighting of an additional candle each day, and metaphorically, through a newer emphasis on charitable donations and a commitment to tikkun olam during the holiday. Hanukkah (alternately spelled Chanukah), meaning “dedication” in Hebrew, commemorates the victory of a small group of Jewish rebels (led by Judah Maccabee and his brothers, collectively known as “the Maccabees”) over the armies of Syria in 165 B.C.E. and the subsequent liberation and “rededication” of the Temple in Jerusalem. Modern celebrations of Hanukkah focus on family and friends and include the lighting of the Hanukkah menorah (also called a hanukkiyah); singing and playing special songs and games (dreidel); and eating foods prepared in oil including latkes, sufganiyot, bimuelos (fried dough puffs) and keftes de prasas (leek patties). Hanukkah Dinner

Hanukkah Lanterns

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Thank you to everyone for sharing your Hanukkah Lanterns! We hope you have a Hanukkah filled with light and joy.

From ReformJudaism.org WHAT IS HANNUKAH? Hanukkah, one of the most widely observed Jewish holidays, is a festive eight-day celebration that for many people falls during the darkest, coldest season of the year. Also called the Festival of Lights, the holiday brings light, joy, and warmth to our homes and communities as we celebrate with candles, food, family, and friends. Light comes literally, with the lighting of an additional candle each day, and metaphorically, through a newer emphasis on charitable donations and a commitment to tikkun olam during the holiday. Hanukkah (alternately spelled Chanukah), meaning “dedication” in Hebrew, commemorates the victory of a small group of Jewish rebels (led by Judah Maccabee and his brothers, collectively known as “the Maccabees”) over the armies of Syria in 165 B.C.E. and the subsequent liberation and “rededication” of the Temple in Jerusalem. Modern celebrations of Hanukkah focus on family and friends and include the lighting of the Hanukkah menorah (also called a hanukkiyah); singing and playing special songs and games (dreidel); and eating foods prepared in oil including latkes, sufganiyot, bimuelos (fried dough puffs) and keftes de prasas (leek patties). Hanukkah Lanterns

Bagels and Belonging

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Thank you to everyone who came to Bagels and Belonging! We hope you enjoyed the morning of community and bagels!

Event Description:

Bagels and Belonging
Sunday, December 4 at 9:30 am

Join us for brunch and to learn more about the benefits of Temple membership. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and greet Temple Clergy and members and to learn more about all of The Temple’s offerings and activities. 

Brunch will begin at 9:30 am in the Heideman Auditorium, and our Clergy will kick off our informational session at 10:00 am.

Thank you to everyone who came to Bagels and Belonging! We hope you enjoyed the morning of community and bagels! Bagels and Belonging Sunday, December 4 at 9:30 am Join us for brunch and to learn more about the benefits of Temple membership. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and greet Temple Clergy and members and to learn more about all of The Temple’s offerings and activities. Brunch will begin at 9:30 am in the Heideman Auditorium, and our Clergy will kick off our informational session at 10:00 am. Thank you to everyone who came to Bagels and Belonging! We hope you enjoyed the morning of community and bagels! Bagels and Belonging Sunday, December 4 at 9:30 am Join us for brunch and to learn more about the benefits of Temple membership. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and greet Temple Clergy and members and to learn more about all of The Temple’s offerings and activities. Brunch will begin at 9:30 am in the Heideman Auditorium, and our Clergy will kick off our informational session at 10:00 am.

Religious School Hanukkah Shopping

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Thank you WRJ Gift Shop for opening your doors to Religious School students to shop for Hanukkah!

About WRJ/Sisterhood Gift Shop at The Temple

Welcome to the WRJ/Sisterhood Gift Shop at The Temple. We’re utilizing the strictest COVID safety measures so you can shop comfortably. We’ve got a large selection of B’nei Mitzvah and wedding gifts, Judaica items for your home observance of all the holidays, beautiful jewelry and artwork, books, and more!

Thank you WRJ Gift Shop for opening your doors to Religious School students to shop for Hanukkah! About WRJ/Sisterhood Gift Shop at The Temple Welcome to the WRJ/Sisterhood Gift Shop at The Temple. We’re utilizing the strictest COVID safety measures so you can shop comfortably. We’ve got a large selection of B’nei Mitzvah and wedding gifts, Judaica items for your home observance of all the holidays, beautiful jewelry and artwork, books, and more!

Fill the Freezer Family Mitzvah Event

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Thank you everyone for joining us with our Fill the Freezer Family Mitzvah Event! We estimated that we made more than 1400 cookies for our Clergy to bring to members in need. Thank you!

Event Description:

Sunday, November 13
Beginning after Religious School at noon
A Wonderful Family Mitzvah Event

After a two-year pause for COVID, please join us again for a family-friendly mitzvah event!

All adults and accompanied children are invited to help “fill our freezer” as we bake cookies together that our Clergy will bring to our congregants when they visit them throughout the year. A pizza lunch will be served in the Heideman Auditorium immediately following Religious School at 12:00 pm, and then baking will begin!

Thank you everyone for joining us with our Fill the Freezer Family Mitzvah Event! We estimated that we made more than 1400 cookies. Thank you! Sunday, November 13 Beginning after Religious School at noon A Wonderful Family Mitzvah Event After a two-year pause for COVID, please join us again for a family-friendly mitzvah event! All adults and accompanied children are invited to help “fill our freezer” as we bake cookies together that our Clergy will bring to our congregants when they visit them throughout the year. A pizza lunch will be served in the Heideman Auditorium immediately following Religious School at 12:00 pm, and then baking will begin!

Rabbi Rabbi Joe Rooks Rapport’s Celebration

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Thank you everyone for joining us as we honored Rabbi Joe Rooks Rapport for his many years of service.

Watch on Youtube.

Event Description:

We are honoring Rabbi Joe Rooks Rapport for his many years of service with a Celebration Party on May 21, 2022, It will be a wonderful evening and a time for us to express our appreciation for all that he has meant to the Congregation, its members, and the whole Louisville community.

We are honoring Rabbi Rapport for his many years of service with a Celebration Party on May 21, 2022, It will be a wonderful evening and a time for us to express our appreciation for all that he has meant to the Congregation, its members, and the whole Louisville community. Watch the YouTube vdieo here: https://youtu.be/QHnoPgLBXOM Rabbi Rapport has served the congregation since 1988. He teaches in a variety of adult education classes, as well as teaching the Religious School’s sixth grade class and the High School of Jewish Studies, guiding The Temple Confirmation Class, and working closely with Bar and Bat Mitzvah students. Each summer, he works with Jewish children during a two-week session at Goldman Union Camp Institute in Zionsville, Indiana. He oversees many congregational programs, serving as rabbinic liaison for the Brotherhood, the Temple Archives, and the Building Committee, among others. In all of these areas, he brings a particular commitment to social action and Tikkun Olam – repairing the world.

Passover 2022 at The Temple

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Thank you for being a part of Passover 2022 at The Temple. Please share your feedback to help us improve the experience by completing this short survey. Your responses will be received anonymously unless you request follow-up by providing contact information.

Event Descriptions:

Passover 2022

Dear Temple Family,

This year for Passover, The Temple is excited to announce a hybrid celebration! We will host four different Seders to attend either in person or virtually AND the option to pick up a Passover meal by Chef Z, with a new Haggadah featuring artwork from our members.

  1. Four Seder options:
  • Annual First Night Seder – Friday, April 15 at 6:00 pm
  • Congregational Passover Seder led by our Confirmation Class – Saturday, April 16 at 6:00 pm
  • Young Adult Seder – Monday, April 18 at 6:00 pm
  • Annual Gaylia R. Rooks Women’s Seder led by the WRJ/Sisterhood- Thursday, April 21 at 6:00 pm

In-person attendance will require vaccination (unless under 5) and be limited to one family per table (unless two or more households mutually want to sit together).

Please sign up below!

2. Whether celebrating at home or at The Temple, you can order a Passover meal made by the amazing Chef Z. This year’s Passover menu offers the following options:

  • Tender beef brisket topped with a savory gravy
  • Marinated grilled chicken breast piccata
  • Chef Z’s famous vegetable frittata

All meals include matzo ball soup, a mixed green salad, roasted root vegetables, and chocolate mousse for dessert.

The regular price per meal for Temple members is $20 and $25 for non-Temple members. HALF PRICE member meals for $10 will be available for the first 200 meal orders and all members attending an in-person Seder. If you are picking up a meal, you can also order a Seder Plate for $10. Order today and for information and dates about meal pickup.

3. The Temple will also provide a beautiful Haggadah featuring artwork from our members for those attending our First Night Seder. Starting in March, the Haggadah will be available (1) online (put link here) or (2) by request at the Front Desk for you to pick up, and (3) for out-of-town members by mail.

We are thrilled to offer so many different Passover options this year. If you have questions, please contact Santa at (502) 212-2028.

Wishing everyone a joyful and meaningful Passover,

Your Temple Team
Andrea, Benji, Craig, Erin, Gene, Jennifer, Kinnereth, Santa, Sarah, Terry, Rabbi David, and Rabbi Rapport

Hanukkah Menorah Lighting

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Thank you Everyone for joining us last night for Hanukkah! We had an Outdoor Hanukkah Menorah Lighting, Young Adult Crafts, Goodnight Tots, Religious School Centers, and Indoor Hanukkah Menorah Lighting.

We value your membership and appreciate your ongoing support of The Temple.   

Event Descriptions:

Hanukkah Menorah Lighting

As Hanukkah quickly approaches, all of us at The Temple wish you an early Hanukkah Sameach! As we prepare for this year’s Festival of Lights, we want to keep everyone informed on this year’s Hanukkah Menorah Lighting.

On Monday, November 29 and Sunday, December 5, from 5:15 – 5:30pm, we will gather in the Mishkan T’filah (our outdoor chapel, behind the Klein Center) to light up our beautiful Hanukkah Menorah! Everyone is invited for outdoor singing and a brief outdoor service, with hot chocolate and jelly donuts to follow provided by WRJ/Sisterhood. Please RSVP and let us know how many members of your household will attend. Masks are optional, as this is a completely outdoor event.

Young Adult Hanukkah Crafts & Cocktails

Join The Temple Young Adults on Saturday, December 4 in the Heideman Auditorium from 6-8 pm for a night of Hanukkah-themed crafting and cocktails! Decorate your own hanukkiah, dreidels, and other fun crafts while you mix and mingle with other Temple young adults. Our menu will include bagels and other pastries, hot cocoa, and a selection of wine, beer, and hard seltzers. Ages 21+ only, vaccination required. To RSVP, please fill out the form below. Limited spots are available! RSVP by Friday, December 3.

Goodnight Tots, Goodnight Shabbat

Please join us for a Tot Havdalah with arts and crafts, special treats, stories, and songs. Come Zoom in your pajamas to say goodnight to Shabbat (and the adults can then say goodnight to their tots).

RSVPs will be required in order for your tots to receive their special bags. Please make sure to save the date as this will be a wonderful family event!

Happy Hour and Dinner

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for The Temple’s Happy Hour and Dinner! We had over 140 Temple members attend. We enjoyed a beautiful night with music, delicious food, and wonderful company. Thanks to all who attended!

We value your membership and appreciate your ongoing support of The Temple.   

Event Description:

We’re excited to invite you to an incredible outdoor event where you can safely reconnect with other Temple members!

On Thursday, October 21, Happy Hour and Dinner starts at 5:30 pm in the back parking lot, by The Klein Center. You’re invited to enjoy food from a local food truck and a full bar, courtesy of Heaven Hill. The best part is – the night is free of charge – to show our appreciation for our Temple members!

Please mark your calendar – it’s an evening for-members-only to enjoy live entertainment, delicious drinks, food, and plenty of fun. Please be sure to RSVP here or call Santa at The Temple office 502-423-1818.

Looking forward to seeing you!

Your Temple Team
Avery, Benji, Craig, Gene, Santa, Sarah, Terry, Rabbi David, & Rabbi Rapport

Thank you to everyone who joined us for The Temple’s Happy Hour and Dinner! We enjoyed a beautiful night with music, delicious food, and wonderful company. Thanks to all who attended! We’re excited to invite you to an incredible outdoor event where you can safely reconnect with other Temple members! On Thursday, October 21, Happy Hour and Dinner starts at 5:30 pm in the back parking lot, by The Klein Center. You’re invited to enjoy food from a local food truck and a full bar, courtesy of Heaven Hill. The best part is – the night is free of charge – to show our appreciation for our Temple members! Please mark your calendar – it’s an evening for-members-only to enjoy live entertainment, delicious drinks, food, and plenty of fun. Please be sure to RSVP here or call Santa at The Temple office 502-423-1818. Looking forward to seeing you! Your Temple Team Avery, Benji, Craig, Gene, Santa, Sarah, Terry, Rabbi David, & Rabbi Rapport

Drive-In Movie Night

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for The Temple’s first-ever Drive-In Movie Night! We enjoyed a beautiful night under the stars with snacks, assigned parking spaces, social-distancing and donated non-perishables for our local food pantry. Thanks to all who attended!

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Event Description:

You’re invited to a date at the drive-in! On October 17, The Temple will host a family movie night, under the stars, in our front parking lot. We’ll set up a big screen in our front parking lot and every car gets free snacks as they enter.

Based on an overwhelming member vote – we’ll feature The Secret Life of Pets 2. If you have not yet RSVP’d, please do so ASAP.

The Temple will follow social-distancing guidelines and require all participants to RSVP prior to the event and wear masks. Cars will be spaced out to maintain a social distance so everyone can relax and enjoy the movie. Restrooms in the building will be available, children will need to be chaperoned.  Safety is our #1 priority.

This event is free of charge with your donation of a blanket or food pantry item. See you at the drive-in!

Thank you everyone for joining us for our first Drive-In Movie Night. We passed out snacks and treats, assign spots at a social distance, and donated goods for local causes. Thank you everyone who came! You’re invited to a date at the drive-in! On October 17, The Temple will host a family movie night, under the stars, in our front parking lot. We’ll set up a big screen in our front parking lot and every car gets free snacks as they enter. Based on an overwhelming member vote – we’ll feature The Secret Life of Pets 2. If you have not yet RSVP’d, please do so ASAP. The Temple will follow social-distancing guidelines and require all participants to RSVP prior to the event and wear masks. Cars will be spaced out to maintain a social distance so everyone can relax and enjoy the movie. Restrooms in the building will be available, children will need to be chaperoned. Safety is our #1 priority. This event is free of charge with your donation of a blanket or food pantry item. See you at the drive-in!