Temple Shalom Emeth: A Welcoming Reform Jewish Community in Burlington Massachusetts
We are a vibrant and welcoming Reform Jewish congregation. We provide a rich spectrum of opportunities for our members to express their Judaism through worship, education, music, community service, and social events.
Hannukkah at Temple Shalom Emeth
We will light our outdoor menorah every night at 6:30pm EXCEPT for Night 1.
Ben Silver will lead us in the blessings and a couple of songs most nights.
Sunday, Dec. 14, Night 1 – Light the menorah at the end of the Temple Hanukkah Party, approximately 11:30am.
Monday, Dec. 15, Night 2
Tuesday, Dec. 16, Night 3 – Religious School
Wednesday, Dec. 17 Night 4
5pm at Lahey Clinic
6:30pm at the Temple
Thursday, Dec. 18, Night 5
6:30pm at the Temple
7:15pm – Temple band concert at Carleton Willard Village
Friday, Dec. 19, Night 6 – Light the candles at the beginning of Shabbat services. Special speaker from the Burlington Food Pantry. We will send a list of gifts of food for people to bring that evening.
Saturday, Dec. 20, Night 7 – FAAB Candle lighting and Potluck Dinner
Sunday, Dec. 21, Night 8 – Jeffrey Nussbaum Night
**Please bring a new, unwrapped toy for children in need in Burlington. Please consider a gift geared towards older children, as toy drives tend to receive less for this age group.
Shabbat Services
We conduct Shabbat Services most Friday nights, starting at either 6:30pm or 7:00pm. All are Welcome!
Upcoming Shabbat Services
Friday, Dec 6
Friday, Dec 12 – Hanukkah and Family Service
Friday, Dec 19
Friday, Jan 2
Friday, Jan 9
Upcoming Holidays and Events
Dec 14 – Hannukkah Party!
See what’s been happening at Temple Shalom Emeth!
There’s something for everyone at Temple Shalom Emeth!
- Tikvah (in-person group for those struggling with the events in Israel)
- Book Club
- Ping Pong Group
- Walking Club
- FAAB (Free as a Bird Empty Nesters Group)
- L’chaim Group luncheons (for retirees)
- Social Justice Committee
- Religious School
- Sisterhood
- Brotherhood
- Youth Group












Chanukkah Party
So much fun for all!