Torah Tots
We are excited to introduce Temple Shalom Torah Tots. It is a free program for parents and their child(ren) from ages 2 1/2 to pre-Kindergarten. Come have fun with your…
Shabbat Greetings
In this week’s Torah portion, Vayeitzei (Genesis 28:10-32:3), we learn of the events of the famous story of “Jacob’s Ladder”. Jacob is fleeing the wrath of his brother Esau after the trickery that…
Hanukkah Happenings!
Join with us as we celebrate Hanukkah! Light, Love, and Luck of the Draw Raffle Presented by the Ways and Means Committee $20 for 1 ticket / $36 for 2…
Shabbat Greetings
Toledot (Genesis 25:19-28:9), is a challenging text for a variety of reasons – here are the basic facts: Rebecca has a difficult pregnancy. Esau and Jacob are born – in…
Shabbat Greetings
Eliezer has a tough job in this week’s Torah portion (Chayei Sarah – Genesis 23:1-25:18). How would YOU like to be responsible for choosing a partner for your boss’s child? …
Shabbat Greetings
It was on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, in 1918, that Allied and German forces set aside their arms, effectively ending what at the…
GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday Is Almost Here! GivingTuesday is an opportunity for people around the world to use their individual power of generosity to remain connected and support their communities. It’s a day when…
Brotherhood Concert
The Brotherhood of Temple Shalom will be hosting a Classic Rock concert, featuring Late 4 Lunch, on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 7:30pm in the Social Hall. The popular classic…
Shabbat Greetings
Mark Twain is quoted saying, “When I was a boy of fourteen, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I…
Frozen Turkey Breast Donations
Wednesday, November 16, 4:30 – 6:00 P.M. The Matawan Municipal Food Pantry needs frozen turkey breasts for Thanksgiving. Many one to two-person households don’t want a large turkey. We help…
Book Drive
The Social Action Committee is participating in a book drive for The Bridge of Books Foundation. The organization’s mission is to provide on ongoing source of new and gently used books to underserved…
Shabbat Greetings
Parashat Noach (Genesis 6:9 – 11:32) is rich with relevance. The stories of Noah and the Ark and the Tower of Babel teach us about caring for animals, honoring parents, preparing…