Shabbat services are held two Friday evenings per month at 7:00 pm, both in person and on Zoom. We have an Oneg Shabbat (dessert) following services. The Oneg Shabbat is either a pot luck or is hosted by a congregant to mark a special occasion.
Once a month, prior to services, we offer a pot-luck Shabbat dinner at 6:00 pm so congregants can share a meal together while socializing and embracing the beauty of Shabbat.
Dress for Shabbat services is casual/come as you are. If you like to “dress up” you are most welcome to do so. If you are visiting for the first time we ask that you show a photo ID at the door.
When we are not worshipping together, RTPV has created a
Shabbat At Home toolkit which we send out in our newsletter and a reminder email.
We encourage you to worship with us, in person whenever possible, and also on Zoom. The congregation is particularly sensitive to the varied needs of members, including individuals raised in various Jewish traditions and interfaith families, and welcomes Jews from all backgrounds and lifestyles. We also enjoy hosting interfaith services and try to provide a welcome home for anyone wishing to connect with their spiritual side.
The temple offers religious instruction for preschoolers through young adults and adult education programs.
RTPV is proud of its commitment to the community, most notably as co-founders of the Putnam Valley Community Food Pantry. Events include High Holy Days services, Hanukkah and Purim Fests, a hiking club, movie nights, summer BBQ, Sisterhood Events, Social Action and more. For more information, email Rabbi Barbara Symons at rtpvrabbisymons@gmail.com, President Robin Bass at rtpvpresident@gmail.com, visit www.rtpv.org, or come to a Friday night service at the temple – all are welcome!