RTPV current Covid update & requirements (as of June 2023) Proof of vaccination is no longer required.  Masks are optional (please do take a Covid test if you are not feeling well or have been exposed to Covid virus) Please note that due to increased security we will be asking that anyone new to the temple show identification. Your safety is our priority!

Dear Congregational family and friends,

It may seem like the High Holidays, in October this year, are far away…but the planning has already begun.

We are delighted to share that our previous rabbis, and now our rabbis emeriti, Steven Altarescu, and Laurie Levy, have graciously offered to lead services this year. Along with Susan Pereira, our accompanist and singer for the past few years, they are already working on what will be a lovely, meaningful, and spiritual service.

In the following weeks, you will receive updates and more information about the High Holidays. I hope you will all join us for these special services.

Warmly,
Robin Bass
Board President

MONTH AT A GLANCE –September   2024

Friday Sept 6: Home Shabbat Service

Tuesday, September 10 from 12-1:30 PM:  Lunch & Learn at RTPV

Entering the High Holy Days: Heart, Soul and Might

BYOLunch and after socializing we will join in a conversation led by Rabbi Barbara focused on entering the High Holy Days with the whole of our selves. Beverages and desserts will be provided.

Friday Sept.13: Hybrid Shabbat service led by Rabbi Symons @ 7 PM

Friday Sept 20: Home Shabbat Service

Saturday Sept 21 – Torah Study 9:30-10:30

The blessing before studying Torah is “to engage with words of Torah.”  Join Rabbi Barbara as we engage with the words of the weekly Torah portion through interactive Torah study and discussion.  All materials will be provided and no prior knowledge is necessary.  Come one, come all!

children’s workshop @ 11 am

Hava Nagila movie and Israeli dance at Temple Beth Am, Yorktown @ 7 PM (see flyer for details)

Tuesday, Sept 24: Lunch with the Rabbi

Please join Rabbi Barbara at a local restaurant for lunch, conversation and camaraderie at Noon..location TBD 

Friday Sept 27: Potluck (meat) at 6 PM, Shabbat Service @ 7 PM

Preparing for the High Holidays

Sunday September 29: Sisterhood event

Lilymore Farm, 21 Moore Road, in Pleasant Valley where we will be greeted by alpacas, llamas, goats and other furry friends. The tour for  seniors, 65+, is $13.95 and  16.95 for those under 65.

Millbrook Winery, 26 Wing Road, Millbrook, which is about 8 miles / 13 minutes away, for a wine tasting. The tasting includes 6 different wines, and the cost is $18.00.