Welcome to Temple B'nai Brith in Somerville!
We are an independent egalitarian congregation. Our membership reflects the wide variety of choices people make in living Jewish lives, and we are respectful of those differences. We welcome all who care about enriching Jewish life in Somerville and surrounding towns.
Join us for...
Kabbalat Shabbat Services: 6pm every Friday
Shabbat Morning Services: 9:15am every Saturday except Shabbat Together weeks
Shabbat Together: a different Shabbat service, one Saturday monthly at 10am
Tot Shabbat Services: 10am one Saturday monthly
We are an independent egalitarian congregation. Our membership reflects the wide variety of choices people make in living Jewish lives, and we are respectful of those differences. We welcome all who care about enriching Jewish life in Somerville and surrounding towns.
Join us for...
Kabbalat Shabbat Services: 6pm every Friday
Shabbat Morning Services: 9:15am every Saturday except Shabbat Together weeks
Shabbat Together: a different Shabbat service, one Saturday monthly at 10am
Tot Shabbat Services: 10am one Saturday monthly
Tot Shabbat
led by Rabbi Eliana Jacobowitz 10-11am Saturday, November 3 We'll sing and dance our way through a short and simplified service, followed by a Torah procession, a Shabbat story, and a light kiddush snack. This is a fun way to begin making the synagogue feel like home to young children while introducing them to the ABC’s of Jewish tradition. Transgender Day of Remembrance Shabbat Service and Potluck Dinner Friday, November 9 Services at 6pm, dinner to follow 
On Friday, November 9, we will commemorate the Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) at our 6pm Shabbat service with guest speaker Laurie Wolfe. This is one of the ways in which we assert our commitment to a Judaism that seeks social justice, equality, and a safe America for all minorities. Please also join us for our monthly Shabbat potluck dinner immediately following services. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share (dairy is okay, but no fish). It is very helpful for us to know about how many people will attend, so that we can provide appropriate refreshments and seating. Please click here to RSVP
TDOR is an annual observance that honors the memory of those whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. Additionally, during the week of November 12-19, individuals and organizations around the country participate in Transgender Awareness Week to help raise the visibility of transgender and gender non-conforming people and address the issues these communities face. 
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Remember to bring your donations of kosher raisins and kosher canned fruit for Family Table!
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Accessibility
Temple B'nai Brith is proud to be wheelchair accessible. Our accessible entrance is at the rear of the building and equipped with an intercom system. The accessible restroom is located at the front of the building on the ground level. Our elevator provides access to all three levels. 
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Song of the Heart
with Rabbi Eliana
7:30pm Tuesday November 13
According to the midrash (homiletic interpretation of Jewish text) every part of creation, even the earth and the stones, gives praise to God in the form of a song. This singing is so pleasing to God that it is identified in one midrash as the reason why God created the world in the first place. The human prayer, known also as the song of the heart, is how we join the rest of creation to praise the Creator.
Come sing with us. We will meet in Rabbi Eliana’s office to learn a variety of melodies including old and modern melodies, Sefardi and Hassidic melodies, melodies from Jewish text and liturgy. This class is for everyone, regardless of whether you come to services or not, and regardless of whether you think you can sing or not. All texts are transliterated. Please click here to RSVP (appreciated but not required).
with Rabbi Eliana
7:30pm Tuesday November 13
According to the midrash (homiletic interpretation of Jewish text) every part of creation, even the earth and the stones, gives praise to God in the form of a song. This singing is so pleasing to God that it is identified in one midrash as the reason why God created the world in the first place. The human prayer, known also as the song of the heart, is how we join the rest of creation to praise the Creator.
Come sing with us. We will meet in Rabbi Eliana’s office to learn a variety of melodies including old and modern melodies, Sefardi and Hassidic melodies, melodies from Jewish text and liturgy. This class is for everyone, regardless of whether you come to services or not, and regardless of whether you think you can sing or not. All texts are transliterated. Please click here to RSVP (appreciated but not required).
The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay
by Michael Chabon
7pm Wednesday, November 21
at Panera Porter Square
Joe Kavalier, a young Jewish artist who has also been trained in the art of Houdiniesque escape, has just smuggled himself out of Nazi-invaded Prague and landed in New York City. His Brooklyn cousin Sammy Clay is looking for a partner to create heroes, stories, and art for the latest novelty to hit America - the comic book. Drawing on their own fears and dreams, Kavalier and Clay create the Escapist, the Monitor, and Luna Moth, inspired by the beautiful Rosa Saks, who will become linked by powerful ties to both men. With exhilarating style and grace, Michael Chabon tells an unforgettable story about American romance and possibility.
by Michael Chabon
7pm Wednesday, November 21
at Panera Porter Square
Joe Kavalier, a young Jewish artist who has also been trained in the art of Houdiniesque escape, has just smuggled himself out of Nazi-invaded Prague and landed in New York City. His Brooklyn cousin Sammy Clay is looking for a partner to create heroes, stories, and art for the latest novelty to hit America - the comic book. Drawing on their own fears and dreams, Kavalier and Clay create the Escapist, the Monitor, and Luna Moth, inspired by the beautiful Rosa Saks, who will become linked by powerful ties to both men. With exhilarating style and grace, Michael Chabon tells an unforgettable story about American romance and possibility.
Torah at Panera
8 – 9am Tuesday mornings
at the Porter Square Panera
Join us for these informal gatherings to discuss the weekly Torah portion. No Hebrew or previous knowledge is necessary, and you don't need to bring your own book. Come early if you wish to buy yourself coffee or breakfast so that we can start on time. Contact rabbieliana@gmail.com for more info.
8 – 9am Tuesday mornings
at the Porter Square Panera
Join us for these informal gatherings to discuss the weekly Torah portion. No Hebrew or previous knowledge is necessary, and you don't need to bring your own book. Come early if you wish to buy yourself coffee or breakfast so that we can start on time. Contact rabbieliana@gmail.com for more info.
Shabbat + Bayit = Shabbayit!
Bayit means home in Hebrew, and with the new Shabbayit initiative, you're invited to spend time getting to know other folks from TBB over home-hosted Shabbat meals.
Bayit means home in Hebrew, and with the new Shabbayit initiative, you're invited to spend time getting to know other folks from TBB over home-hosted Shabbat meals.
Host a Dinner
Hosts decide when dinner starts, what's served, and how it's eaten. If you want to host a vegetarian potluck at 6:30 or a backyard BBQ at 7:30, it's entirely up to you! If you're willing to host, we want to help you connect with other members of the congregation. Please email tbb@templebnaibrith.org if you're interested in hosting.
Hosts decide when dinner starts, what's served, and how it's eaten. If you want to host a vegetarian potluck at 6:30 or a backyard BBQ at 7:30, it's entirely up to you! If you're willing to host, we want to help you connect with other members of the congregation. Please email tbb@templebnaibrith.org if you're interested in hosting.
Do you like receiving the TBB newsletter in the mail? Should the TBB Shofar go electronic?
We are considering discontinuing the paper newsletter after this summer, in favor of an email version. We may also continue to send the Shofar by mail to those who wish to receive it that way. Please share your thoughts with us on how we should distribute the Shofar, as well as your personal delivery preference, at templebnaibrith.org/newsletter.
We are considering discontinuing the paper newsletter after this summer, in favor of an email version. We may also continue to send the Shofar by mail to those who wish to receive it that way. Please share your thoughts with us on how we should distribute the Shofar, as well as your personal delivery preference, at templebnaibrith.org/newsletter.
To receive our emails or newsletter drop us a note at tbb@templebnaibrith.org