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Shabbat Morning with Judith Heilizer: Stories from the Dutch Resistance
Saturday, February 23
First Unitarian Society
At 9:00 a.m. we'll start the morning with schmoozing and coffee. At 9:30 a.m. the teenage members of our congregation will lead a Shabbat service followed by Kiddush. At 11:00 a.m. Judith Heilizer will share stories about being in the Dutch Resistance during World War II. More information here.
Get to Know Us Gathering
Saturday, February 23
Know someone who’s interested in Shaarei Shamayim? Join us February 23! The membership committee is organizing our winter Get to Know Us Havdalah with cocoa and cookies. If you know of anyone who is interested in checking us out, help us spread the word. Or, if you are new or would like to learn more, join us! RSVP here.
Purim is Coming!
CSS Purim Celebration
Wednesday, March 20, 5:30 p.m.
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to jeer at Haman and cheer for Queen Esther! Free pizza dinner followed by festivities. Find out more and register here.
Community Purim Celebration
Sunday, March 17, 9:00 a.m.
Presented by Beth Israel Center, Congregation Shaarei Shamayim, Jewish Federation of Madison, Temple Beth El, and UW Hillel. See more here.
In Focus
Community Bnei Mitzvah Celebrations: May 11 and June 8
Ten of our adult members will celebrate their bnei mitzvah over two Shabbat mornings! Join us for these special services -- our members will lead the service, give short talks, recite blessings, and read Torah.