Counting the Omer (the word Omer means “a measure”) is a biblical requirement (Lev. 23: 15-21) that culminates in a pilgrimage to the Temple bringing an offering of new grain. We count the Omer beginning on the second evening of Passover and ending at Shavuot. During Passover we celebrate the freedom of the Israelite slaves Continue Reading »
Tickets are on sale to celebrate Cantor Rochelle Helzner’s 41 years of dedication to Tikvat Israel at our annual cantor’s concert, A Time to Sing, on May 18, 7 p.m. at the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center in Rockville, Md. Cantor Helzner has inspired us with her voice, enriched our Jewish lives with her Continue Reading »
The cantor’s concert serves as a major source of revenue for Tikvat Israel. We encourage you to honor Cantor Helzner’s legacy by becoming a concert sponsor and supporting the financial well-being of our congregation. There are opportunities for sponsorships at multiple levels, including a new Concert Patron tier. If you cannot attend the concert, but Continue Reading »
Join us for a community celebration of Yom HaAtzmaut as we mark Israel’s independence. Tikvat Israel is a co-sponsor of this event. Together, we’ll enjoy delicious foods, participate in art projects, and celebrate Israel with the music of Micha Biton. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Israel’s 77th anniversary, connect with others, and share Continue Reading »
In memory of Michele Eisenberg, z”l, the Kiddush on May 3 will feature Sam Statland, a board member for MobileMed, a nonprofit that provides primary healthcare to thousands of low-income residents of Montgomery County. Please register by April 28. Click here to register.
On May 10 we will celebrate our Rabbi, who received an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree to commemorate having completed 25 years as a Conservative Rabbi. Please RSVP by May 5th in order to ensure that we have enough food for this celebratory kiddush. Click here to register.
You are invited to join us on Sunday, June 8 at 10:30 am in the Flax Library as the Women’s Network Book Group will meet in person to discuss Lilyville: Mother, Daughter and Other Roles I’ve Played. It is a heartwarming and funny memoir from a beloved actress telling the story of a mother and Continue Reading »
Bring Your Friends and Family to a Nationals Ballgame The Women’s Network has 54 tickets to sell to TI members, their relatives and friends for the Sunday, August 17, game between the Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies. Game time is 11:35 a.m. Our synagogue group’s seats are under an overhang including a row with 4 Continue Reading »
SEA Change Announces Next Opportunities to Participate Click here to learn more about the latest events and opportunities for you to participate in Tikvat Israel’s and community events that strive to improve social justice and equality throughout our community.
Hello Everyone! Just a friendly reminder to please sign up for helping in the kitchen. Joe and Monica can’t do this alone! Signing up is easy with this Sign-up Genius. Click here to sign up. We are also looking for volunteers to help us in the office during High Holiday prep. To help us with Continue Reading »
