Holidays

Tisha B’Av 5785: Aug 2-3

Posted on May 1, 2025

Tikvat Israel will host Kol Shalom, Kehillat Shalom, B’nai Shalom of Olney, and Shaare Tefila congregations in a joint commemoration of Tisha B’Av on Saturday night, August 2 and Sunday, August 3. Click here to learn more.  

Tish’a B’Av 5785

Posted on July 7, 2023

Updates from the Religious Practices Committee

Posted on June 28, 2023

Tikvat Israel’s Religious Practices Committee has approved two changes to our weekly Shabbat services to better serve the needs of our community.

Young Families Shabbat Dinner: Friday, June 9

Posted on May 30, 2023

Bring in Shabbat with family and friends from the Early Childhood Center and Tikvat Israel. Rabbi Israel will lead us in a child-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service followed by dinner.  This event is organized by the EFN. Cost is $18 per family. Please register by Wednesday, June 7.

Tikkun Leyl Shavuot: May 25, 7:30-???

Posted on May 24, 2023

As we anticipate receiving the gift of Torah at Mt. Sinai on Shavuot, we engage in a night of Jewish learning and conversation. We will begin with Minchah at 7:30 pm followed by a pre-Shavuot study session with Rabbi Israel. At 8:45, we will daven the festival Ma’ariv service, make kiddush, and enjoy cheesecake. Shortly Continue Reading »

Rosh Chodesh Alternative Minyan Sivan – May 20

Posted on May 16, 2023

Do you enjoy Jewish song, spirituality, and ruach, but traditional services aren’t quite your jam? Join TI’s Rosh Chodesh Alternative Minyan this week! It will include new songs and traditional ones, and some time set aside for Torah discussion and introspective meditation. During singing, there will be egg-shakers, tambourines, and other percussion instruments available for Continue Reading »

Shabbat Dinner Celebrating Israel: Friday, May 19

Posted on May 16, 2023

Join us on May 19 for Shabbat Dinner, following Kabbalat Shabbat, as we celebrate Israel’s 75th anniversary! Registration deadline is May 16.

Chag Pesach Sameach!

Posted on April 5, 2023

Visit the Passover page for the full schedule of services and events at TI, guides for preparing your home for Pesach, and more. As a reminder, unless noted otherwise on the schedule, all Passover services will be at TI and livestreamed.

Kiddush in Memory of Michele Eisenberg, z”l: April 22

Posted on April 5, 2023

In memory of those who died of cancer, in hope for those who are fighting it now, in celebration of those who are survivors, and in gratefulness for the family, friends, and health professionals who care for them, join us on April 22 at a kiddush sponsored by a generous gift from our friend, Michele Continue Reading »

Passover 5783: Schedule and Info

Posted on March 24, 2023

Visit the Passover Page for our complete guide to Passover 5783 at Tikvat Israel! You’ll find links to sell your chametz, sign-up for home hospitality and guides for preparing your home for Pesach. We wish you and you family a Chag Kasher V’sameach, a joyful and meaningful Passover! Service Times Wednesday, April 5 Shacharit 7 Continue Reading »