Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Jun 11th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
SLAK: Galveston Movement Thursday, Jun 12th 6:00p to 8:30p If you're interested in attending the presentation, but not the potluck, SLAK (Social Life After Kids) warmly invites the entire congregation to join us at 7:30 p.m. $18 Suggested Donation. Join SLAK for a potluck dinner and an engaging presentation on the Galveston Movement—a fascinating and often overlooked chapter in Jewish American history.This initiative helped resettle thousands of Jewish immigrants through the Port of Galveston (yes, in Texas!). We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Joshua Furman from the University of Denver’s Center for Judaic Studies and the Rocky Mountain Jewish Historical Society as our speaker for the evening. Dr. Furman's presentation will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Kleztronica Party Thursday, Jun 12th 7:30p to 11:50p A Klezmer-oriented, Yiddish techno, dance party with Brooklyn's DJ Chaia. Opening set by YUGS, a LA/Denver, Indie Alternative musical act.
Shabbat in the Park Friday, Jun 13th 5:00p to 7:00p Enjoy a fun-filled Shabbat service and celebration for young ones and their adults at Westland's Park, Center Pavilion. Families should bring their own dairy dinner, and HEA will provide snacks and drinks.
Life & Legacy Shabbat Shabbat, Jun 14th 9:30a to 12:00p Please join us for a very special traditional service and kiddush honoring our HEAroes! Help us to thank them for their generous commitment to HEA’s future. Their Life & Legacy gifts will ensure that our spiritual home based on ruach, relationship and community remains vital and strong for generations to come.
Rabbi Shira Stutman: Author of The Jewish Way to a Good Life Wednesday, Jun 18th 6:30p to 8:00p For as long as Judaism has been a religion, “Jewish” has been a culture—one whose unique blend of ritual and realism has kept its people going for some 3,000 years. In The Jewish Way to a Good Life, Rabbi Shira Stutman invites readers of every faith—and none—to do chesed (good work), foster tzedek (justice), practice shabbat (rest), and ultimately find happiness. Books will be available for sale at the event.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, Jun 20th 5:30p to 8:00p This month, we add a Pride theme to our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal as we celebrate Pride month.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Jun 21st 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Hike, Torah & Shmooze with Rabbi Shulman Sunday, Jun 22nd 7:45a to 12:00p Empty Nesters join us at the Staunton State Park Visitor Center! This is a State Park so there is a $10 entry fee if you opted out of the state park pass associated with license plate registration. There is no fee if you have a Colorado Parks & Wildlife pass. No dogs please.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Jun 24th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA: Golden Age Jazz Concert: Standards & American Songbook Gems. $5.00.
Monthly Israel Updates with Amir Kaufman Thursday, Jun 26th 6:30p to 8:00p Finding it hard to keep track of what's going on in Israel? Join us for a monthly class that aims to cut through the noise. Led by Amir Kaufman, we'll be diving into the societal changes that are happening during the war. Join us to stay informed and thoughtful about our homeland.
Festo! Festo! Featuring Jacob's Ladder Thursday, Jul 10th 7:00p to 9:30p Festo! Festo! is a monthly Klezmer, Balkan, and World music concert and community jam session. This month's guest band is Jacob's Ladder. The performance will be at Hebrew Educational Alliance.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
HEA Choir Initiative - SHIRU! (Singing Here, In Ru’ach and Unity) The mission of the SHIRU! is to enhance Jewish identity and community engagement through lifelong involvement in choral singing. To that end, the SHIRU is launching three choirs: Nevatim (sprouts): Kids choir for grades 2-5, Kaftorim (buds): Youth choir for grades 6-12, Prachim (flowers): Adult choir, open to ages 13 and up. Sign up now, and let's lift our voices together.
HEA Disability Inclusion Committee is Seeking New Members! Interested committee members should represent a diverse range of experiences and perspectives, including individuals with disabilities, family members, service providers, and community representatives, ensuring a broad and inclusive approach to disability issues. The committee meets the second Wednesday of each month for an hour on Zoom. To join our welcoming team, get in touch with Eitan Kantor at Eitan@HEAdenver.org.
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HEA has partnered with Pedalheads, a summer camp designed to teach children best practice and safe skill bike riding techniques. The camp will be using a section of the parking lot (nearest the vacant field) from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. during weekdays throughout the summer. The section being used by the camp will be cordoned off with cones. Please park in the open area nearest the S. Ivanhoe entrance when visiting HEA during weekdays.
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Shabbat, June 14
9:30 a.m. Traditional Shabbat Services / Life & Legacy Shabbat, Sanctuary 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today with Rabbi Doug Weber, Library 7:55 p.m. Mincha/Maariv services, Sanctuary
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JFS is Accepting Mental Health Clients JFS provides ongoing, high-quality outpatient support to adults, children, couples, and families in Colorado who need therapy. Skilled, compassionate, and professional therapists are ready to work with you, virtually or in person, to find solutions to whatever you are experiencing. Don’t wait to take care of your mental health. Find support at jewishfamilyservice.org/counseling.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Razzle Dazzle Sunday, Jun 8th 4:00p to 6:00p A Jewish Cabaret featuring Colorado Hebrew Chorale and Kol Nashim. Join us for an evening of laughter, talent, and refreshments as we celebrate the great Jewish composers of the stage and beyond. Top hats, glitter, feather boas, and dramatic costumes welcome! Tickets $10-$20.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Jun 11th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
SLAK: Galveston Movement Thursday, Jun 12th 6:00p to 8:30p Join SLAK for a potluck dinner and an engaging presentation on the Galveston Movement—a fascinating and often overlooked chapter in Jewish American history. This initiative helped resettle thousands of Jewish immigrants through the Port of Galveston (yes, in Texas!). We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Joshua Furman from the University of Denver’s Center for Judaic Studies and the Rocky Mountain Jewish Historical Society as our speaker for the evening. Dr. Furman's presentation will begin at 7:30 p.m. $18 Suggested Donation.
Kleztronica Party Thursday, Jun 12th 7:30p to 11:50p A Klezmer-oriented, Yiddish techno, dance party with Brooklyn's DJ Chaia. Opening set by YUGS, a LA/Denver, Indie Alternative musical act.
Shabbat in the Park Friday, Jun 13th 5:00p to 7:00p Enjoy a fun-filled Shabbat service and celebration for young ones and their adults at Westland's Park, Center Pavilion. Families should bring their own dairy dinner, and HEA will provide snacks and drinks.
Rabbi Shira Stutman: Author of The Jewish Way to a Good Life Wednesday, Jun 18th 6:30p to 8:00p For as long as Judaism has been a religion, “Jewish” has been a culture—one whose unique blend of ritual and realism has kept its people going for some 3,000 years. In The Jewish Way to a Good Life, Rabbi Shira Stutman invites readers of every faith—and none—to do chesed (good work), foster tzedek (justice), practice shabbat (rest), and ultimately find happiness. Books will be available for sale at the event.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Jun 21st 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Jun 24th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA: Golden Age Jazz Concert: Standards & American Songbook Gems. $5.00.
Monthly Israel Updates with Amir Kaufman Thursday, Jun 26th 6:30p to 8:00p Finding it hard to keep track of what's going on in Israel? Join us for a monthly class that aims to cut through the noise. Led by Amir Kaufman, we'll be diving into the societal changes that are happening during the war. Join us to stay informed and thoughtful about our homeland.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
HEA Choir Initiative - SHIRU! (Singing Here, In Ru’ach and Unity) The mission of the SHIRU! is to enhance Jewish identity and community engagement through lifelong involvement in choral singing. To that end, the SHIRU is launching three choirs: Nevatim (sprouts): Kids choir for grades 2-5, Kaftorim (buds): Youth choir for grades 6-12, Prachim (flowers): Adult choir, open to ages 13 and up. Sign up now, and let's lift our voices together.
HEA Disability Inclusion Committee is Seeking New Members! Interested committee members should represent a diverse range of experiences and perspectives, including individuals with disabilities, family members, service providers, and community representatives, ensuring a broad and inclusive approach to disability issues. The committee meets the second Wednesday of each month for an hour on Zoom. To join our welcoming team, get in touch with Eitan Kantor at Eitan@HEAdenver.org.
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HEA has partnered with Pedalheads, a summer camp designed to teach children best practice and safe skill bike riding techniques. The camp will be using a section of the parking lot (nearest the vacant field) from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. during weekdays throughout the summer. The section being used by the camp will be cordoned off with cones. Please park in the open area nearest the S. Ivanhoe entrance when visiting HEA during weekdays.
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Shabbat, June 7
9:30 a.m. Traditional Shabbat Services 10:30 a.m. Torah for Today Class with Rabbi Mordecai Magencey, Ph.D 7:55 p.m. Mincha/Maariv services
In the Community
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JFS is Accepting Mental Health Clients JFS provides ongoing, high-quality outpatient support to adults, children, couples, and families in Colorado who need therapy. Skilled, compassionate, and professional therapists are ready to work with you, virtually or in person, to find solutions to whatever you are experiencing. Don’t wait to take care of your mental health. Find support at jewishfamilyservice.org/counseling.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, May 30th 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Erev Shavuot Tikkun Leil at Temple Sinai Sunday, Jun 1st 7:00p to 11:55p HEA members, join your friends from Temple Sinai and Temple Emanuel for an evening of study. Breakout sessions led by clergy at 7:30 p.m., Ma'ariv at 8:00 p.m., and a dessert reception at 9:00 p.m. The final learning session starts at 9:30 p.m.
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Razzle Dazzle Sunday, Jun 8th 4:00p to 6:00p A Jewish Cabaret featuring Colorado Hebrew Chorale and Kol Nashim. Join us for an evening of laughter, talent, and refreshments as we celebrate the great Jewish composers of the stage and beyond. Top hats, glitter, feather boas, and dramatic costumes welcome! Tickets $10-$20.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Jun 11th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
SLAK: Galveston Movement Thursday, Jun 12th 6:00p to 8:30p Join SLAK for a potluck dinner and an engaging presentation on the Galveston Movement—a fascinating and often overlooked chapter in Jewish American history. This initiative helped resettle thousands of Jewish immigrants through the Port of Galveston (yes, in Texas!). We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Joshua Furman from the University of Denver’s Center for Judaic Studies and the Rocky Mountain Jewish Historical Society as our speaker for the evening. Dr. Furman's presentation will begin at 7:30 p.m. $18 Suggested Donation.
Kleztronica Party Thursday, Jun 12th 7:30p to 11:50p A Klezmer-oriented, Yiddish techno, dance party with Brooklyn's DJ Chaia. Opening set by YUGS, a LA/Denver, Indie Alternative musical act.
Shabbat in the Park Friday, Jun 13th 5:00p to 7:00p Enjoy a fun-filled Shabbat service and celebration for young ones and their adults at Westland's Park, Center Pavilion. Families should bring their own dairy dinner, and HEA will provide snacks and drinks.
Rabbi Shira Stutman: Author of The Jewish Way to a Good Life Wednesday, Jun 18th 6:30p to 8:00p For as long as Judaism has been a religion, “Jewish” has been a culture—one whose unique blend of ritual and realism has kept its people going for some 3,000 years. In The Jewish Way to a Good Life, Rabbi Shira Stutman invites readers of every faith—and none—to do chesed (good work), foster tzedek (justice), practice shabbat (rest), and ultimately find happiness. Books will be available for sale at the event.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Jun 21st 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Jun 24th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA: Golden Age Jazz Concert: Standards & American Songbook Gems. $5.00.
Monthly Israel Updates with Amir Kaufman Thursday, Jun 26th 6:30p to 8:00p Finding it hard to keep track of what's going on in Israel? Join us for a monthly class that aims to cut through the noise. Led by Amir Kaufman, we'll be diving into the societal changes that are happening during the war. Join us to stay informed and thoughtful about our homeland.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
HEA Choir Initiative - SHIRU! (Singing Here, In Ru’ach and Unity) The mission of the SHIRU! is to enhance Jewish identity and community engagement through lifelong involvement in choral singing. To that end, the SHIRU is launching three choirs: Nevatim (sprouts): Kids choir for grades 2-5, Kaftorim (buds): Youth choir for grades 6-12, Prachim (flowers): Adult choir, open to ages 13 and up. Sign up now, and let's lift our voices together.
HEA Disability Inclusion Committee is Seeking New Members! Interested committee members should represent a diverse range of experiences and perspectives, including individuals with disabilities, family members, service providers, and community representatives, ensuring a broad and inclusive approach to disability issues. The committee meets the second Wednesday of each month for an hour on Zoom. To join our welcoming team, get in touch with Eitan Kantor at Eitan@HEAdenver.org.
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HEA has partnered with Pedalheads, a summer camp designed to teach children best practice and safe skill bike riding techniques. The camp will be using a section of the parking lot (nearest the vacant field) from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. during weekdays throughout the summer. The section being used by the camp will be cordoned off with cones. Please park in the open area nearest the S. Ivanhoe entrance when visiting HEA during weekdays.
JFS is Accepting Mental Health Clients JFS provides ongoing, high-quality outpatient support to adults, children, couples, and families in Colorado who need therapy. Skilled, compassionate, and professional therapists are ready to work with you, virtually or in person, to find solutions to whatever you are experiencing. Don’t wait to take care of your mental health. Find support at jewishfamilyservice.org/counseling.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Annual Meeting Wednesday, May 21st 6:00p to 8:00p HEA members, please join us to vote on our next Board of Directors, learn more about the land sale, and the vision for the future of HEA. Meet and Greet at 6:30 p.m. before the meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.
Monthly Israel Updates with Amir Kaufman Thursday, May 22nd 6:30p to 8:00p Finding it hard to keep track of what's going on in Israel? Join us for a monthly class that aims to cut through the noise. Led by Amir Kaufman, we'll be diving into the societal changes that are happening during the war. Join us to stay informed and thoughtful about our homeland.
Musical Mystical Ma’ariv Thursday, May 22nd 7:30p to 9:00p Join us for an uplifting spiritual chanting event led by Elana Brody and Shir Hadash music director Noah Leavitt. No previous singing experience or skill is necessary to attend. Most of the songs will be in the form of short call-and-response lines accompanied by HEA music director Eitan Kantor on instruments such as harmonium, gentle hand drum and violin.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, May 27th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. The Heartbeat of Tradition: Klezmer, Yiddish, and New Sounds with Eitan Kantor.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, May 30th 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Razzle Dazzle Sunday, Jun 8th 4:00p to 6:00p A Jewish Cabaret featuring Colorado Hebrew Chorale and Kol Nashim. Join us for an evening of laughter, talent, and refreshments as we celebrate the great Jewish composers of the stage and beyond. Top hats, glitter, feather boas, and dramatic costumes welcome! Tickets $10-$20.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, June 11th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
SLAK: Galveston Movement Thursday, Jun 12th 6:00p to 8:30p Join SLAK for a potluck dinner and an engaging presentation on the Galveston Movement—a fascinating and often overlooked chapter in Jewish American history. This initiative helped resettle thousands of Jewish immigrants through the Port of Galveston (yes, in Texas!). We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Joshua Furman from the University of Denver’s Center for Judaic Studies and the Rocky Mountain Jewish Historical Society as our speaker for the evening. Dr. Furman's presentation will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Kleztronica Party Thursday, Jun 12th 7:30p to 11:50p A Klezmer-oriented, Yiddish techno, dance party with Brooklyn's DJ Chaia. Opening set by YUGS, a LA/Denver, Indie Alternative musical act.
Shabbat in the Park Friday, Jun 13th 5:00p to 7:00p Enjoy a fun-filled Shabbat service and celebration for young ones and their adults at Westland's Park, Center Pavilion. Families should bring their own dairy dinner, and HEA will provide snacks and drinks.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
HEA Choir Initiative - SHIRU! (Singing Here, In Ru’ach and Unity) The mission of the SHIRU! is to enhance Jewish identity and community engagement through lifelong involvement in choral singing. To that end, the SHIRU is launching three choirs: Nevatim (sprouts): Kids choir for grades 2-5, Kaftorim (buds): Youth choir for grades 6-12, Prachim (flowers): Adult choir, open to ages 13 and up. Sign up now, and let's lift our voices together.
HEA Disability Inclusion Committee is Seeking New Members! Interested committee members should represent a diverse range of experiences and perspectives, including individuals with disabilities, family members, service providers, and community representatives, ensuring a broad and inclusive approach to disability issues. The committee meets the second Wednesday of each month for an hour on Zoom. To join our welcoming team, get in touch with Eitan Kantor at Eitan@HEAdenver.org.
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Shabbat, May 24
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services & Bat Mitzvah of Ella Luna, Sanctuary 7:45 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
In the Community
Reading of Jewish Colorado Veterans Monday, May 26, 2:30 p.m., At the Flagpole, JCC Denver 350 S Dahlia Street, Denver, CO, 80246 Join us in solemn remembrance as we read the names of all Jewish Colorado Veterans who have passed away. This annual tribute is held by the Ellis David Greene Post 344 of the JWV to honor the memory of our State’s Jewish Veterans. The list of veterans is provided by Intermountain Jewish News.
JFS is Accepting Mental Health Clients JFS provides ongoing, high-quality outpatient support to adults, children, couples, and families in Colorado who need therapy. Skilled, compassionate, and professional therapists are ready to work with you, virtually or in person, to find solutions to whatever you are experiencing. Don’t wait to take care of your mental health. Find support at jewishfamilyservice.org/counseling.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, May 14th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, May 17th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Sisterhood Tea Sunday, May 18th 2:00p to 4:00p Enjoy delicious desserts, soothing teas, and handcrafted pampering. Guest Speaker: Gail Krovitz, Owner of Gold Rush Soaps. $36 for adults and $10 for girls between 2 and 12 years.
Shalom Ambassadors Sunday, May 18th 6:00p to 7:30p If you are interested in getting involved as a Shalom Ambassador, please come to our next meeting!
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, May 18th 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Annual Meeting Wednesday, May 21st 6:00p to 8:00p HEA members, please join us to vote on our next Board of Directors, learn more about the land sale, and the vision for the future of HEA. Meet and Greet at 6:30 p.m. before the meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.
Monthly Israel Updates with Amir Kaufman Thursday, May 22nd 6:30p to 8:00p Finding it hard to keep track of what's going on in Israel? Join us for a monthly class that aims to cut through the noise. Led by Amir Kaufman, we'll be diving into the societal changes that are happening during the war. Join us to stay informed and thoughtful about our homeland.
Musical Mystical Ma’ariv Thursday, May 22nd 7:30p to 9:00p Join us for an uplifting spiritual chanting event led by Elana Brody and Shir Hadash music director Noah Leavitt. No previous singing experience or skill is necessary to attend. Most of the songs will be in the form of short call-and-response lines accompanied by HEA music director Eitan Kantor on instruments such as harmonium, gentle hand drum and violin.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, May 27th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. The Heartbeat of Tradition: Klezmer, Yiddish, and New Sounds with Eitan Kantor.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, May 30th 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
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Shabbat, May 17
9:30 a.m., Shir Shacharit, GYC 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services, Sanctuary 10:45 a.m., Tot Shabbat NO Mincha/Maariv services
In the Community
The Shalom Park 2025 Fundraiser & Appreciation Event Wednesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m., at Temple Emanuel, Denver Featuring The Secret Comedy of Women®, a laugh-out-loud immersive theatrical triumph about the challenges of womanhood.
The Jewish Legacy in Medicine: Stories of Healing and Hope Wednesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m., Zoom Join us for a Zoom conversation with Ronald L. Eisenberg, MD, JD, PhD, as he talks about his book, Jews in Medicine, in celebration of Jewish Heritage Month. Presented by The American Jewish Medical Association and The American Jewish Experience Program at the Center for Bioethics and Humanities at CU Anschutz.
KlezKolorado May 16 – 18 at JCC Ranch Camp KlezKolorado is a weekend-long Klezmer festival that centers on local and national Klezmer acts, Yiddish culture, workshops, and Colorado’s Jewish community.
Jewish War Veterans of the USA Sunday, May 18, 9:00 a.m., Temple Sinai The Denver unit of the Jewish War Veterans of the USA meets at Temple Sinai one Sunday morning each month. Breakfast begins at 9:00 a.m. Our speaker is Colonel Bob Bodisch, USMC, the Commanding Officer of the CU NROTC unit, who will talk about his career in the Corps and the state of the unit.
The Girl Who Sang: In Story and Song Sunday, May 18, 2:00 p.m., Sam Gary branch of the Denver Public Library, 2961 Roslyn St, Denver, CO 80238 The Colorado Hebrew Chorale will reprise its program, The Girl Who Sang: In Story and Song, at the program, a tribute to our late soprano, Estelle Nadel (1934-2023), is based on her award-winning graphic memoir of her experiences as a hidden child in Poland during the Holocaust. The event is free and open to the public.
Reading of Jewish Colorado Veterans Monday, May 26, 2:30 p.m., At the Flagpole, JCC Denver 350 S Dahlia Street, Denver, CO, 80246 Join us in solemn remembrance as we read the names of all Jewish Colorado Veterans who have passed away. This annual tribute is held by the Ellis David Greene Post 344 of the JWV to honor the memory of our State’s Jewish Veterans. The list of veterans is provided by Intermountain Jewish News.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, May 14th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, May 17th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Sisterhood Tea Sunday, May 18th 2:00p to 4:00p Enjoy delicious desserts, soothing teas, and handcrafted pampering. Guest Speaker: Gail Krovitz, Owner of Gold Rush Soaps. $36 for adults and $10 for girls between 2 and 12 years.
Shalom Ambassadors Sunday, May 18th 6:00p to 7:30p If you are interested in getting involved as a Shalom Ambassador, please come to our next meeting!
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, May 18th 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Annual Meeting Wednesday, May 21st 6:00p to 8:00p HEA members, please join us to vote on our next Board of Directors, learn more about the land sale, and the vision for the future of HEA. Meet and Greet at 6:30 p.m. before the meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.
Monthly Israel Updates with Amir Kaufman Thursday, May 22nd 6:30p to 8:00p Finding it hard to keep track of what's going on in Israel? Join us for a monthly class that aims to cut through the noise. Led by Amir Kaufman, we'll be diving into the societal changes that are happening during the war. Join us to stay informed and thoughtful about our homeland.
Musical Mystical Ma’ariv Thursday, May 22nd 7:30p to 9:00p Join us for an uplifting spiritual chanting event led by Elana Brody and Shir Hadash music director Noah Leavitt. No previous singing experience or skill is necessary to attend. Most of the songs will be in the form of short call-and-response lines accompanied by HEA music director Eitan Kantor on instruments such as harmonium, gentle hand drum and violin.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, May 27th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. The Heartbeat of Tradition: Klezmer, Yiddish, and New Sounds with Eitan Kantor.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, May 30th 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
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Shabbat, May 17
9:30 a.m., Shir Shacharit, GYC 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services, Sanctuary 10:45 a.m., Tot Shabbat NO Mincha/Maariv services
In the Community
The Shalom Park 2025 Fundraiser & Appreciation Event Wednesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m., at Temple Emanuel, Denver Featuring The Secret Comedy of Women®, a laugh-out-loud immersive theatrical triumph about the challenges of womanhood.
The Jewish Legacy in Medicine: Stories of Healing and Hope Wednesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m., Zoom Join us for a Zoom conversation with Ronald L. Eisenberg, MD, JD, PhD, as he talks about his book, Jews in Medicine, in celebration of Jewish Heritage Month. Presented by The American Jewish Medical Association and The American Jewish Experience Program at the Center for Bioethics and Humanities at CU Anschutz.
KlezKolorado May 16 – 18 at JCC Ranch Camp KlezKolorado is a weekend-long Klezmer festival that centers on local and national Klezmer acts, Yiddish culture, workshops, and Colorado’s Jewish community.
Jewish War Veterans of the USA Sunday, May 18, 9:00 a.m., Temple Sinai The Denver unit of the Jewish War Veterans of the USA meets at Temple Sinai one Sunday morning each month. Breakfast begins at 9:00 a.m. Our speaker is Colonel Bob Bodisch, USMC, the Commanding Officer of the CU NROTC unit, who will talk about his career in the Corps and the state of the unit.
The Girl Who Sang: In Story and Song Sunday, May 18, 2:00 p.m., Sam Gary branch of the Denver Public Library, 2961 Roslyn St, Denver, CO 80238 The Colorado Hebrew Chorale will reprise its program, The Girl Who Sang: In Story and Song, at the program, a tribute to our late soprano, Estelle Nadel (1934-2023), is based on her award-winning graphic memoir of her experiences as a hidden child in Poland during the Holocaust. The event is free and open to the public.
Reading of Jewish Colorado Veterans Monday, May 26, 2:30 p.m., At the Flagpole, JCC Denver 350 S Dahlia Street, Denver, CO, 80246 Join us in solemn remembrance as we read the names of all Jewish Colorado Veterans who have passed away. This annual tribute is held by the Ellis David Greene Post 344 of the JWV to honor the memory of our State’s Jewish Veterans. The list of veterans is provided by Intermountain Jewish News.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Magic Minyan Shabbat, May 10th 11:00a to 12:00p A "magical" Shabbat experience for kids and their adults! SENIORS! If you want to learn some magic tricks for a volunteer project, our guest magician will be here to show you some magic secrets, and fill you in on the volunteer project details!
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, May 14th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks.Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, May 17th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Sisterhood Tea Sunday, May 18th 2:00p to 4:00p Enjoy delicious desserts, soothing teas, and handcrafted pampering. Guest Speaker: Gail Krovitz, Owner of Gold Rush Soaps. $36 for adults and $10 for girls between 2 and 12 years.
Shalom Ambassadors Sunday, May 18th 6:45p to 8:00p If you are interested in getting involved as a Shalom Ambassador, please come to our next meeting!
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, May 18th 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Cooking and Connection.What We Share: a Fellowship of the Greek and Jewish Communities Tuesday, May 20th 11:30a to 1:00p Come be a part of this lively exchange of cultures, cuisines, and faiths. Converse about our two similar Mediterranean traditions, prepare and share delicious foods from both cultures and then take an interactive tour of HEA’s sanctuary and its storied artistic and ritualistic legacy. This program is sponsored by the HEA Sisterhood and the Women of the Philoptochos. This is a women's only event.
Annual Meeting Wednesday, May 21st 6:00p to 8:00p HEA members, please join us to vote on our next Board of Directors, learn more about the land sale, and the vision for the future of HEA. Meet and Greet at 6:30 p.m. before the meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.
Monthly Israel Updates with Amir Kaufman Thursday, May 22nd 6:30p to 8:00p Finding it hard to keep track of what's going on in Israel? Join us for a monthly class that aims to cut through the noise. Led by Amir Kaufman, we'll be diving into the societal changes that are happening during the war. Join us to stay informed and thoughtful about our homeland.
Musical Mystical Ma’ariv Thursday, May 22nd 7:30p to 9:00p Join us for an uplifting spiritual chanting event led by Elana Brody and Shir Hadash music director Noah Leavitt. No previous singing experience or skill is necessary to attend. Most of the songs will be in the form of short call-and-response lines accompanied by HEA music director Eitan Kantor on instruments such as harmonium, gentle hand drum and violin.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, May 27th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. The Heartbeat of Tradition: Klezmer, Yiddish, and New Sounds with Eitan Kantor.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, May 30th 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
The Shalom Park 2025 Fundraiser & Appreciation Event Wednesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m., at Temple Emanuel, Denver Featuring The Secret Comedy of Women®, a laugh-out-loud immersive theatrical triumph about the challenges of womanhood.
The Jewish Legacy in Medicine: Stories of Healing and Hope Wednesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m., Zoom Join us for a Zoom conversation with Ronald L. Eisenberg, MD, JD, PhD, as he talks about his book, Jews in Medicine, in celebration of Jewish Heritage Month. Presented by The American Jewish Medical Association and The American Jewish Experience Program at the Center for Bioethics and Humanities at CU Anschutz.
KlezKolorado May 16 – 18 at JCC Ranch Camp KlezKolorado is a weekend-long Klezmer festival that centers on local and national Klezmer acts, Yiddish culture, workshops, and Colorado’s Jewish community.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Israeli Wine Tasting for Yom Hatzmaut Thursday, May 1st 7:00p to 8:30p Israel boasts a vibrant wine industry with over 300 wineries, including both commercial and boutique wineries, spanning various regions from the Galilee to the Negev Desert. Come and taste a variety of these wines in a blind taste test and rate your favorites. Israeli snacks will be served. $20 per-person HEA member / $30 per-person non-member. This event is designed for women age 30-50.
Silver Shabbat Friday, May 2nd 5:00p to 7:00p In celebration of our seniors 75+ and Israel. $18 per individual.
Celebrate Israel Walk & Festival Sunday, May 4, 8:30a – 1:00p, Great Lawn Park, 101 Yosemite St., Denver, CO 80230 One day. One event. One people. The walk is back! Show your solidarity at JEWISHcolorado’s Celebrate Israel Walk & Festival. This year, our theme is “Hineni – We All Belong”. Celebrate Israel is Colorado’s largest festival dedicated to the people, culture, and state of Israel, bringing together Jewish people and allies from across the Centennial State for music, food, and connection. Registration Required. The HEA SLAK group will meet at the HEA booth at 9:15 a.m. to walk together. Meet again at the HEA booth at 12:30 p.m. to head over to The Chop Shop (200 Quebec Street, Denver) for lunch.
Men’s Night Out: Pastrami and Poker Tuesday, May 6th 7:00p to 9:00p Bragging rights to the winner, but all proceeds will be donated to Leket Israel, The National Food Bank of Israel. Entrance fee with dinner included (veg option available): $36 HEA member / $50 non-member.
Magic Minyan Shabbat, May 10th 11:00a to 12:00p A "magical" Shabbat experience for kids and their adults!
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, May 14th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks.Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Sisterhood Tea Sunday, May 18th 2:00p to 4:00p Enjoy delicious desserts, soothing teas, and handcrafted pampering. Guest Speaker: Gail Krovitz, Owner of Gold Rush Soaps.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, May 17th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Shalom Ambassadors Sunday, May 18th 6:45p to 8:00p If you are interested in getting involved as a Shalom Ambassador, please come to our next meeting!
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, May 18th 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Cooking and Connection.What We Share: a Fellowship of the Greek and Jewish Communities Tuesday, May 20th 11:30a to 1:00p Come be a part of this lively exchange of cultures, cuisines, and faiths. Converse about our two similar Mediterranean traditions, prepare and share delicious foods from both cultures and then take an interactive tour of HEA’s sanctuary and its storied artistic and ritualistic legacy. This program is sponsored by the HEA Sisterhood and the Women of the Philoptochos. This is a women's only event.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, May 30th 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
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Shabbat, May 3
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat services, Sanctuary 10:00 a.m., Shir Hadash, GYC 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today Class with Rabbi Mordecai Magencey, Ph.D, Library 7:25 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
In the Community
39th World Zionist Congress Elections Through May 4, 2025 MERCAZ USA is the Voice of Conservative/Masorti Jews in the World Zionist Congress. At the next World Zionist Congress, MERCAZ USA will advocate for Conservative/Masorti Jews, guided by our beliefs in equality, democracy, and pluralism.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
The Shalom Park 2025 Fundraiser & Appreciation Event Wednesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m., at Temple Emanuel, Denver Featuring The Secret Comedy of Women®, a laugh-out-loud immersive theatrical triumph about the challenges of womanhood.
KlezKolorado May 16 – 18 at JCC Ranch Camp KlezKolorado is a weekend-long Klezmer festival that centers on local and national Klezmer acts, Yiddish culture, workshops, and Colorado’s Jewish community.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, Apr 25th 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Apr 29th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. This month's program: Jan Karski, The Man Who Tried to Stop the Holocaust. Scholar Judy Winnick will talk about his extraordinary life during World War II, when Karski, a fearless secret courier, risked everything to expose the horrors unfolding across Europe.
Israeli Wine Tasting for Yom Hatzmaut Thursday, May 1st 7:00p to 8:30p Israel boasts a vibrant wine industry with over 300 wineries, including both commercial and boutique wineries, spanning various regions from the Galilee to the Negev Desert. Come and taste a variety of these wines in a blind taste test and rate your favorites. Israeli snacks will be served. $20 per-person HEA member / $30 per-person non-member. This event is designed for women age 30-50.
Silver Shabbat Friday, May 2nd 5:00p to 7:00p In celebration of our seniors 75+ and Israel. $18 per individual.
Celebrate Israel Walk & Festival Sunday, May 4, 8:30a – 1:00p, Great Lawn Park, 101 Yosemite St., Denver, CO 80230 One day. One event. One people. The walk is back! Show your solidarity at JEWISHcolorado’s Celebrate Israel Walk & Festival. This year, our theme is “Hineni – We All Belong”. Celebrate Israel is Colorado’s largest festival dedicated to the people, culture, and state of Israel, bringing together Jewish people and allies from across the Centennial State for music, food, and connection. Registration Required. The HEA SLAK group will meet at the HEA booth at 9:15 a.m. to walk together. Meet again at the HEA booth at 12:30 p.m. to head over to The Chop Shop (200 Quebec Street, Denver) for lunch.
Men’s Night Out: Pastrami and Poker Tuesday, May 6th 7:00p to 9:00p Bragging rights to the winner, but all proceeds will be donated to Leket Israel, The National Food Bank of Israel. Entrance fee with dinner included (veg option available): $36 HEA member / $50 non-member.
Magic Minyan Shabbat, May 10th 11:00a to 12:00p A "magical" Shabbat experience for kids and their adults!
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, May 14th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks.Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Cooking and Connection.What We Share: a Fellowship of the Greek and Jewish Communities Tuesday, May 20th 10:00a to 11:30a Come be a part of this lively exchange of cultures, cuisines, and faiths. Converse about our two similar Mediterranean traditions, prepare and share delicious foods from both cultures and then take an interactive tour of HEA’s sanctuary and its storied artistic and ritualistic legacy. This program is sponsored by the HEA Sisterhood and the Women of the Philoptochos. This is a women's only event.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
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Shabbat, April 26
> 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services and Bat Mitzvah of Maya Klein, Sanctuary > 7:15 p.m., Mincha/Ma'ariv Services
Are you missing your water bottle or insulated coffee mug? It might have been left behind on your last visit. You can collect your lost items at the reception desk in the upstairs office.
In the Community
39th World Zionist Congress Elections Through May 4, 2025 MERCAZ USA is the Voice of Conservative/Masorti Jews in the World Zionist Congress. At the next World Zionist Congress, MERCAZ USA will advocate for Conservative/Masorti Jews, guided by our beliefs in equality, democracy, and pluralism.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
KlezKolorado May 16 – 18 at JCC Ranch Camp KlezKolorado is a weekend-long Klezmer festival that centers on local and national Klezmer acts, Yiddish culture, workshops, and Colorado’s Jewish community.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Apr 19th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service!
Yom Hashoah Commemoration - Music and Survival: The Spirit Endures Tuesday, Apr 22nd 7:00p to 8:30p HEA welcomes a special “Violin of Hope” on loan from the Nashville Symphony and the family violin from the Sladek family that survived with our member, Osi Sladek. The program will include music of the holocaust with the Eitan Kantor, The Colorado Hebrew Chorale and guest violinist from the Colorado Symphony, Samuel Nebyu.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, Apr 25th 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Bubbe, Zayde and Me: Yom Hatzmaut Sunday, Apr 27th 4:00p to 5:30p Come and celebrate Israel's birthday with your grandchild (age 2-8) with Israeli-themed activities. We will make Israeli treats, create an Israeli flag collage, write notes for the wall, and much more. $15 per HEA member family / $25 non-member family
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Apr 29th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA.
Israeli Wine Tasting for Yom Hatzmaut Thursday, May 1st 7:00p to 8:30p Israel boasts a vibrant wine industry with over 300 wineries, including both commercial and boutique wineries, spanning various regions from the Galilee to the Negev Desert. Come and taste a variety of these wines in a blind taste test and rate your favorites. Israeli snacks will be served. $20 per-person HEA member / $30 per-person non-member. This event is designed for women age 30-50.
Silver Shabbat Friday, May 2nd 5:00p to 7:00p In celebration of our seniors 75+ and Israel. $18 per individual.
Men’s Night Out: Pastrami and Poker Tuesday, May 6th 7:00p to 9:00p Bragging rights to the winner, but all proceeds will be donated to Leket Israel, The National Food Bank of Israel. Entrance fee with dinner included (veg option available): $36 HEA member / $50 non-member.
Magic Minyan Shabbat, May 10th 11:00a to 12:00p A "magical" Shabbat experience for kids and their adults!
Cooking and Connection.What We Share: a Fellowship of the Greek and Jewish Communities Tuesday, May 20th 10:00a to 11:30a Come be a part of this lively exchange of cultures, cuisines, and faiths. Converse about our two similar Mediterranean traditions, prepare and share delicious foods from both cultures and then take an interactive tour of HEA’s sanctuary and its storied artistic and ritualistic legacy. This program is sponsored by the HEA Sisterhood and the Women of the Philoptochos. This is a women's only event.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
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Shabbat, April 19
> 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services, Sanctuary > 10:00 a.m., Shir Hadash Pesach Services, GYC > 10:45 a.m., Tot Shabbat, Social Hall > NO Mincha/Ma'ariv Services
In the Community
39th World Zionist Congress Elections Through May 4, 2025 MERCAZ USA is the Voice of Conservative/Masorti Jews in the World Zionist Congress. At the next World Zionist Congress, MERCAZ USA will advocate for Conservative/Masorti Jews, guided by our beliefs in equality, democracy, and pluralism.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
KlezKolorado May 16 – 18 at JCC Ranch Camp KlezKolorado is a weekend-long Klezmer festival that centers on local and national Klezmer acts, Yiddish culture, workshops, and Colorado’s Jewish community.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Apr 9th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include: Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future. Lunch provided by Native Foods.
Shabbat-Along Friday, Apr 11th 4:30p to 7:00p, at the GYC Last Chance Chametz Shabbat! Feel free to come when you are able for this interactive Shabbat experience geared toward families with children in 3rd grade and under. Older siblings, grandparents, and friends are always welcome.
Our Passover page includes resources like The Rabbinical Assembly Pesach Guide, a schedule of Pesach services, the sale of Chametz form and links to Passover events.
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Second Night Seder Sunday, Apr 13th 5:30p to 9:00p Join Rabbis Sarah Shulman, Music Director Eitan Kantor, and HEA staff for an engaging, lively, joyful, and kid-friendly musical Second Seder. HEA Preschool teachers will be on hand to lead fun children's activities.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Apr 19th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service!
Yom Hashoah Commemoration - Music and Survival: The Spirit Endures Tuesday, Apr 22nd 7:00p to 8:30p HEA welcomes a special “Violin of Hope” on loan from the Nashville Symphony and the family violin from the Sladek family that survived with our member, Osi Sladek. The program will include music of the holocaust with the Eitan Kantor, The Colorado Hebrew Chorale and guest violinist from the Colorado Symphony, Samuel Nebyu.
Azamra + Dinner Friday, Apr 25th 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat service followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Bubbe, Zayde and Me: Yom Hatzmaut Sunday, Apr 27th 4:00p to 5:30p Come and celebrate Israel's birthday with your grandchild (age 2-8) with Israeli-themed activities. We will make Israeli treats, create an Israeli flag collage, write notes for the wall, and much more. $15 per HEA member family / $25 non-member family
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Apr 29th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA.
designed for women age 30-50 Thursday, May 1st 7:00p to 8:30p Israel boasts a vibrant wine industry with over 300 wineries, including both commercial and boutique wineries, spanning various regions from the Galilee to the Negev Desert. Come and taste a variety of these wines in a blind taste test and rate your favorites. Israeli snacks will be served. $20 per-person HEA member / $30 per-person non-member
Silver Shabbat Friday, May 2nd 5:00p to 7:00p In celebration of our seniors 75+ and Israel. $18 per individual.
Men’s Night Out: Pastrami and Poker Tuesday, May 6th 7:00p to 9:00p Bragging rights to the winner, but all proceeds will be donated to Leket Israel, The National Food Bank of Israel. Entrance fee with dinner included (veg option available): $36 HEA member / $50 non-member.
Cooking and Connection.What We Share: a Fellowship of the Greek and Jewish Communities Tuesday, May 20th 10:00a to 11:30a Come be a part of this lively exchange of cultures, cuisines, and faiths. Converse about our two similar Mediterranean traditions, prepare and share delicious foods from both cultures and then take an interactive tour of HEA’s sanctuary and its storied artistic and ritualistic legacy. This program is sponsored by the HEA Sisterhood and the Women of the Philoptochos. This is a women's only event.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
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Shabbat, April 12
> 9:30 a.m., Erev Pesach Traditional Shabbat Services, Sanctuary > NO Mincha/Ma'ariv Services
In the Community
39th World Zionist Congress Elections Through May 4, 2025 MERCAZ USA is the Voice of Conservative/Masorti Jews in the World Zionist Congress. At the next World Zionist Congress, MERCAZ USA will advocate for Conservative/Masorti Jews, guided by our beliefs in equality, democracy, and pluralism.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
KlezKolorado May 16 – 18 at JCC Ranch Camp KlezKolorado is a weekend-long Klezmer festival that centers on local and national Klezmer acts, Yiddish culture, workshops, and Colorado’s Jewish community.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Yossi Klein Halevi: The Future of Israel, American Jewry & Our Relationship Thursday, April 3rd, 7:00p to 9:00p A senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, and author of Like Dreamers and Letters to My Palestinian Neighbors. Yossi writes for leading op-ed pages in the U.S., including the Times and the Wall Street Journal, and is a former contributing editor to the New Republic. This program is sponsored by The William and Lynn Geller Family in Memory of Gerry and Ly Japha.
Upcoming Events & Programs
Women’s Seder Sunday, Apr 6th 6:30p to 8:30p As women, we will gather to celebrate the season with a Women’s Seder led by Rabbi Shulman. We will nosh with a charoset bar, study, and sing together in community. $5 members/ $10 non-members.
FRONTLINE WARRIORS: The Fight Against Campus Antisemitism Sunday, Apr 6th 7:00p to 9:00p The world premiere of Frontline Warriors: The Fight Against Campus Antisemitism, a gripping documentary following courageous student leaders on campuses that have become battlegrounds of hate, violent protests, hostile encampments, and national controversy.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Apr 9th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include: Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Shabbat-Along Friday, Apr 11th 4:30p to 7:00p, at the GYC Last Chance Chametz Shabbat! Feel free to come when you are able for this interactive Shabbat experience geared toward families with children in 3rd grade and under. Older siblings, grandparents, and friends are always welcome.
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Second Night Seder Sunday, Apr 13th 5:30p to 9:00p Join Rabbis Sarah Shulman, Music Director Eitan Kantor, and HEA staff for an engaging, lively, joyful, and kid-friendly musical Second Seder. HEA Preschool teachers will be on hand to lead fun children's activities.
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Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Apr 19th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service!
Yom Hashoah Commemoration - Music and Survival: The Spirit Endures Tuesday, Apr 22nd 7:00p to 8:30p HEA welcomes a special “Violin of Hope” on loan from the Nashville Symphony and the family violin from the Sladek family that survived with our member, Osi Sladek. The program will include music of the holocaust with the Eitan Kantor, The Colorado Hebrew Chorale and guest violinist from the Colorado Symphony, Samuel Nebyu.
Bubbe, Zayde and Me: Yom Hatzmaut Sunday, Apr 27th 4:00p to 5:30p Come and celebrate Israel's birthday with your grandchild (age 2-8) with Israeli-themed activities. We will make Israeli treats, create an Israeli flag collage, write notes for the wall, and much more. $15 per HEA member family / $25 non-member family
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Apr 29th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA.
Israeli Wine Tasting for Yom Hatzmaut designed for women age 30-50 Thursday, May 1st 7:00p to 8:30p Israel boasts a vibrant wine industry with over 300 wineries, including both commercial and boutique wineries, spanning various regions from the Galilee to the Negev Desert. Come and taste a variety of these wines in a blind taste test and rate your favorites. Israeli snacks will be served. $20 per-person HEA member / $30 per-person non-member
Men’s Night Out: Pastrami and Poker Tuesday, May 6th 7:00p to 9:00p Bragging rights to the winner, but all proceeds will be donated to Leket Israel, The National Food Bank of Israel. Entrance fee with dinner included (veg option available): $36 HEA member / $50 non-member.
Cooking and Connection.What We Share: a Fellowship of the Greek and Jewish Communities Tuesday, May 20th 10:00a to 11:30a Come be a part of this lively exchange of cultures, cuisines, and faiths. Converse about our two similar Mediterranean traditions, prepare and share delicious foods from both cultures and then take an interactive tour of HEA’s sanctuary and its storied artistic and ritualistic legacy. This program is sponsored by the HEA Sisterhood and the Women of the Philoptochos. This is a women's only event.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
39th World Zionist Congress Elections Through May 4, 2025 MERCAZ USA is the Voice of Conservative/Masorti Jews in the World Zionist Congress. At the next World Zionist Congress, MERCAZ USA will advocate for Conservative/Masorti Jews, guided by our beliefs in equality, democracy, and pluralism.
The Wizard of Oz - Produced by Denver Jewish Day School Tuesday, April 8, 6:30 p.m., Elaine Wolf Theatre - 350 S Dahlia St. Denver, CO 80246 Denver Jewish Day School's Upper Division presents the beloved tale of Dorothy's magical journey over the rainbow! Our talented students bring to life this timeless story of friendship, courage, and the power of believing in yourself. Watch as Dorothy and her newfound companions traverse the magical Land of Oz in search of their heart's desires and the mysterious Wizard who might help them.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Start Your Kabbalah Experience Journey – Curious about Kabbalah Experience? Join a Free Sample Class this semester and explore our transformative courses! 🌟 Spring Highlights: • Level I: Soul, Space & Time (plus Spanish-speaking & LGBTQIA+ sections) • Level II: When Are You? • Special Electives: Tree of Life Embodiment, Dreams & Kabbalah, Creative Journey through the Sefirot, News Cycle Survivor Support Group, Mussar & Kabbalah, Rosh Hodesh Sound Bath & more!
KlezKolorado May 16 – 18 at JCC Ranch Camp KlezKolorado is a weekend-long Klezmer festival that centers on local and national Klezmer acts, Yiddish culture, workshops, and Colorado’s Jewish community.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Selah! - Joey Weisenberg & The Rising Song Ensemble Concert Sunday, Mar 30th 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, along with featured musicians Yosef Goldman and Aly Halpert as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU! Dessert reception following the concert.
Upcoming Events & Programs
New Baby Shabbat Shabbat, Mar 29th 10:45a to 12:30p Celebrate your newborn child or grandchild at a special Shabbat service!
Yossi Klein Halevi: The Future of Israel, American Jewry & Our Relationship Thursday, April 3rd, 7:00p to 9:00p A senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, and author of Like Dreamers and Letters to My Palestinian Neighbors. Yossi writes for leading op-ed pages in the U.S., including the Times and the Wall Street Journal, and is a former contributing editor to the New Republic. This program is sponsored by The William and Lynn Geller Family in Memory of Gerry and Ly Japha.
Women’s Seder Sunday, Apr 6th 6:30p to 8:30p As women, we will gather to celebrate the season with a Women’s Seder led by Rabbi Shulman. We will nosh with a charoset bar, study, and sing together in community. $5 members/ $10 non-members.
FRONTLINE WARRIORS: The Fight Against Campus Antisemitism Sunday, Apr 6th 7:00p to 9:00p The world premiere of Frontline Warriors: The Fight Against Campus Antisemitism, a gripping documentary following courageous student leaders on campuses that have become battlegrounds of hate, violent protests, hostile encampments, and national controversy.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Apr 9th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include: Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Shabbat-Along Friday, Apr 11th 4:30p to 7:00p, at the GYC Last Chance Chametz Shabbat! Feel free to come when you are able for this interactive Shabbat experience geared toward families with children in 3rd grade and under. Older siblings, grandparents, and friends are always welcome.
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Second Night Seder Sunday, Apr 13th 5:30p to 9:00p Join Rabbis Sarah Shulman, Music Director Eitan Kantor, and HEA staff for an engaging, lively, joyful, and kid-friendly musical Second Seder. HEA Preschool teachers will be on hand to lead fun children's activities.
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Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Apr 19th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service!
Yom Hashoah Commemoration - Music and Survival: The Spirit Endures Tuesday, Apr 22nd 7:00p to 8:30p HEA welcomes a special “Violin of Hope” on loan from the Nashville Symphony and the family violin from the Sladek family that survived with our member, Osi Sladek. The program will include music of the holocaust with the Eitan Kantor, The Colorado Hebrew Chorale and guest violinist from the Colorado Symphony, Samuel Nebyu.
Bubbe, Zayde and Me: Yom Hatzmaut Sunday, Apr 27th 4:00p to 5:30p Come and celebrate Israel's birthday with your grandchild (age 2-8) with Israeli-themed activities. We will make Israeli treats, create an Israeli flag collage, write notes for the wall, and much more. $15 per HEA member family / $25 non-member family
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Apr 29th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA.
Israeli Wine Tasting for Yom Hatzmaut designed for women age 30-50 Thursday, May 1st 7:00p to 8:30p Israel boasts a vibrant wine industry with over 300 wineries, including both commercial and boutique wineries, spanning various regions from the Galilee to the Negev Desert. Come and taste a variety of these wines in a blind taste test and rate your favorites. Israeli snacks will be served. $20 per-person HEA member / $30 per-person non-member
Men’s Night Out: Pastrami and Poker Tuesday, May 6th 7:00p to 9:00p Bragging rights to the winner, but all proceeds will be donated to Leket Israel, The National Food Bank of Israel. Entrance fee with dinner included (veg option available): $36 HEA member / $50 non-member.
Cooking and Connection.What We Share: a Fellowship of the Greek and Jewish Communities Tuesday, May 20th 10:00a to 11:30a Come be a part of this lively exchange of cultures, cuisines, and faiths. Converse about our two similar Mediterranean traditions, prepare and share delicious foods from both cultures and then take an interactive tour of HEA’s sanctuary and its storied artistic and ritualistic legacy. This program is sponsored by the HEA Sisterhood and the Women of the Philoptochos. This is a women's only event.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
Shabbat, March 29
9:30 a.m., Shir Shacharit 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:45 a.m., New Baby Shabbat 6:45 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
In the Community
39th World Zionist Congress Elections Through May 4, 2025 MERCAZ USA is the Voice of Conservative/Masorti Jews in the World Zionist Congress. At the next World Zionist Congress, MERCAZ USA will advocate for Conservative/Masorti Jews, guided by our beliefs in equality, democracy, and pluralism.
Festo! Festo! Thursday, March 27, 7:00 p.m., Velvet Elk Lounge, Boulder Festo! Festo! is a monthly Klezmer, Balkan, and World music concert and community jam session led by the Boulder Klezmer Jam. This month’s Festo Festo will be held at Velvet Elk Lounge, Boulder.
Behind the Podcast: The Nightingale of Iran 2025 Livingston & Abrams Lecture in American Jewish History Tuesday, April 1, 6:30p, Elaine Wolf Theatre - 350 S Dahlia St. Denver, CO 80246 In the award-winning audio documentary "The Nightingale of Iran", sisters Galeet and Danielle Dardashti tell the compelling story of their family’s musical journey from Persia to Israel and to the United States.
The Wizard of Oz - Produced by Denver Jewish Day School Tuesday, April 8, 6:30 p.m., Elaine Wolf Theatre - 350 S Dahlia St. Denver, CO 80246 Denver Jewish Day School's Upper Division presents the beloved tale of Dorothy's magical journey over the rainbow! Our talented students bring to life this timeless story of friendship, courage, and the power of believing in yourself. Watch as Dorothy and her newfound companions traverse the magical Land of Oz in search of their heart's desires and the mysterious Wizard who might help them.
Scholarships for Jewish Women If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Start Your Kabbalah Experience Journey – Curious about Kabbalah Experience? Join a Free Sample Class this semester and explore our transformative courses! 🌟 Spring Highlights: • Level I: Soul, Space & Time (plus Spanish-speaking & LGBTQIA+ sections) • Level II: When Are You? • Special Electives: Tree of Life Embodiment, Dreams & Kabbalah, Creative Journey through the Sefirot, News Cycle Survivor Support Group, Mussar & Kabbalah, Rosh Hodesh Sound Bath & more!
KlezKolorado May 16 – 18 at JCC Ranch Camp KlezKolorado is a weekend-long Klezmer festival that centers on local and national Klezmer acts, Yiddish culture, workshops, and Colorado’s Jewish community.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Selah! - Joey Weisenberg & The Rising Song Ensemble Concert Sunday, Mar 30th 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, along with featured musicians Yosef Goldman & Aly Halpert as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU! Dessert reception following the concert.
Upcoming Events & Programs
Azamra & Congregational Dinner Friday, Mar 21st 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat Service, followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Mar 25th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA.
New Baby Shabbat Shabbat, Mar 29th 10:45a to 12:30p Celebrate your newborn child or grandchild at a special Shabbat service!
Yossi Klein Halevi: The Future of Israel, American Jewry & Our Relationship Thursday, April 3rd, 7:00p to 9:00p A senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, and author of Like Dreamers and Letters to My Palestinian Neighbors. Yossi writes for leading op-ed pages in the U.S., including the Times and the Wall Street Journal, and is a former contributing editor to the New Republic. This program is sponsored by The William and Lynn Geller Family in Memory of Gerry and Ly Japha.
Women’s Seder Sunday, Apr 6th 6:30p to 8:30p As women, we will gather to celebrate the season with a Women’s Seder led by Rabbi Shulman. We will nosh with a charoset bar, study, and sing together in community. $5 members/ $10 non-members.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Apr 9th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Shabbat-Along Friday, Apr 11th 4:30p to 7:00p Last Chance Chametz Shabbat! Feel free to come when you are able for this interactive Shabbat experience geared toward families with children in 3rd grade and under. Older siblings, grandparents, and friends are always welcome.
Second Night Seder Sunday, Apr 13th 5:30p to 9:00p Join Rabbis Sarah Shulman, Music Director Eitan Kantor, and HEA staff for an engaging, lively, joyful, and kid-friendly musical Second Seder. HEA Preschool teachers will be on hand to lead fun children's activities.
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Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Apr 19th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service!
Yom Hashoah Commemoration - Music and Survival: The Spirit Endures Tuesday, Apr 22nd 7:00p to 8:30p HEA welcomes a special “Violin of Hope” on loan from the Nashville Symphony and the family violin from the Sladek family that survived with our member, Osi Sladek. The program will include music of the holocaust with the Eitan Kantor, The Colorado Hebrew Chorale and Guest Violinist from the Colorado Symphony, Samuel Nebyu.
Cooking and Connection.What We Share: a Fellowship of the Greek and Jewish Communities Tuesday, May 20th 10:00a to 11:30a Come be a part of this lively exchange of cultures, cuisines, and faiths. Converse about our two similar Mediterranean traditions, prepare and share delicious foods from both cultures and then take an interactive tour of HEA’s sanctuary and its storied artistic and ritualistic legacy. This program is sponsored by the HEA Sisterhood and the Women of the Philoptochos. This is a women's only event.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
Shabbat, March 22
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services - honoring our Adult B'nai Mitzvah class 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today in the Library with Rabbi Doug Weber: Holy Cow!
6:00 p.m., Bar Mitzvah of Amir Muric 6:30 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
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The Wizard of Oz - Produced by Denver Jewish Day School Tuesday, April 8, 6:30 p.m., Elaine Wolf Theatre - Denver Colorado 350 S Dahlia St, Denver CO, 80246 Denver Jewish Day School's Upper Division presents the beloved tale of Dorothy's magical journey over the rainbow! Our talented students bring to life this timeless story of friendship, courage, and the power of believing in yourself. Watch as Dorothy and her newfound companions traverse the magical Land of Oz in search of their heart's desires and the mysterious Wizard who might help them.
Behind the Podcast: The Nightingale of Iran 2025 Livingston & Abrams Lecture in American Jewish History Tuesday, April 1, 6:30p, Elaine Wolf Theatre - 350 S Dahlia St. Denver, CO 80246 In the award-winning audio documentary "The Nightingale of Iran", sisters Galeet and Danielle Dardashti tell the compelling story of their family’s musical journey from Persia to Israel and to the United States.
If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Start Your Kabbalah Experience Journey – Curious about Kabbalah Experience? Join a Free Sample Class this semester and explore our transformative courses! 🌟 Spring Highlights: • Level I: Soul, Space & Time (plus Spanish-speaking & LGBTQIA+ sections) • Level II: When Are You? • Special Electives: Tree of Life Embodiment, Dreams & Kabbalah, Creative Journey through the Sefirot, News Cycle Survivor Support Group, Mussar & Kabbalah, Rosh Hodesh Sound Bath & more!
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Lovely Two-Bedroom Duplex near Sloan Lake for rent. Includes a backyard and a private garage. $2,050 per month. Call Eloise at (720) 347-0399.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Selah! - Joey Weisenberg & The Rising Song Ensemble Concert Sunday, Mar 30th 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, along with featured musicians Yosef Goldman & Aly Halpert as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU! Dessert reception following the concert.
HEA Shalom Chaverim Purim Party Sunday, March 16th, 2:00p to 4:00p, GYC Masks, Mocktails and More! This Purim event is sponsored by HEA Shalom Chaverim, our HEA members group for ages 65 and over, dedicated to celebrating Jewish life together through learning, socializing and sharing life-cycle events. The cost is a modest $5 per person, payable at the door. RSVPs are required so that we can know how many to prepare for. If you plan to join the festivities.
Human Rights in the Passover Story with Shlomo Levin Shabbat, Mar 15th 12:30p to 1:30p Are human rights and Jewish values the same, or are they different? How do human rights come up in the Passover story? After Kiddush, Shlomo will show how we can add meaning and relevance to our seders by using these questions to lead a discussion, much like we might have on the holiday.
PTSD in the IDF with Omri Barkin Wednesday, Mar 19th 7:00p to 8:30p Omri Barkin, originally from Modi’in, Israel, spent his formative years in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1999–2003) before settling in Tel Aviv. He served in the IDF special forces from 2013-2016 and now runs a nonprofit organization dedicated to IDF veterans with a specific focus on the challenges of PTSD effects and opportunities for implementing nature-based therapeutic programs to help overcome the psychological challenges of combat.
Azamra & Congregational Dinner Friday, Mar 21st 5:30p to 8:00p Our Friday Evening Musical Shabbat Service, followed by a tasty kosher meal!
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Mar 25th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA.
New Baby Shabbat Shabbat, Mar 29th 10:45a to 12:30p Celebrate your newborn child or grandchild at a special Shabbat service!
Yossi Klein Halevi: The Future of Israel, American Jewry & Our Relationship Thursday, April 3rd, 7:00p to 9:00p A senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, and author of Like Dreamers and Letters to My Palestinian Neighbors. Yossi writes for leading op-ed pages in the U.S., including the Times and the Wall Street Journal, and is a former contributing editor to the New Republic. This program is sponsored by The William and Lynn Geller Family in Memory of Gerry and Ly Japha.
Women’s Seder Sunday, Apr 6th 6:30p to 9:00p As women, we will gather to celebrate the season with a Women’s Seder led by Rabbi Shulman. We will nosh with a charoset bar, study, and sing together in community. $5 members/ $10 non-members.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Apr 9th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
SLAK Pre Passover Pizza Party Friday, Apr 11th 6:00p to 8:00p If you're a recent empty-nester, then join the SLAK group for a pre-Passover pizza get-together.
Second Night Seder Sunday, Apr 13th 5:30p to 9:00p Join Rabbis Sarah Shulman, Music Director Eitan Kantor, and HEA staff for an engaging, lively, joyful, and kid-friendly musical Second Seder. HEA Preschool teachers will be on hand to lead fun children's activities.
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Music of the Holocaust - Violins of Hope Tuesday, Apr 22nd 7:00p to 8:30p The Violins of Hope (Hebrew: כינורות של תקווה) is a collection of Holocaust-related string instruments in Tel Aviv, Israel. The instruments serve to educate and memorialize the lives of prisoners in concentration camps through concerts, exhibitions and other projects.
Cooking and Connection.What We Share: a Fellowship of the Greek and Jewish Communities Tuesday, May 20th 10:00a to 11:30a Come be a part of this lively exchange of cultures, cuisines, and faiths. Converse about our two similar Mediterranean traditions, prepare and share delicious foods from both cultures, and then take an interactive tour of our sanctuary and its storied artistic and ritualistic legacy.
Jewish Women's Retreat Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th Join Rabbi Sarah Shulman, Gitit Kaufman, and a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies. This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.
Shabbat, March 15
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today Class: Guest lecturer, Shlomo Levin discusses this week's parashat 12:30 p.m., Human Rights in the Passover Story with Shlomo Levin 6:30 9.m., Mincha/Maariv services
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In the Community
If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
Start Your Kabbalah Experience Journey – Curious about Kabbalah Experience? Join a Free Sample Class this semester and explore our transformative courses! 🌟 Spring Highlights: • Level I: Soul, Space & Time (plus Spanish-speaking & LGBTQIA+ sections) • Level II: When Are You? • Special Electives: Tree of Life Embodiment, Dreams & Kabbalah, Creative Journey through the Sefirot, News Cycle Survivor Support Group, Mussar & Kabbalah, Rosh Hodesh Sound Bath & more!
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Lovely Two-Bedroom Duplex near Sloan Lake for rent. Includes a backyard and a private garage. $2,050 per month. Call Eloise at (720) 347-0399.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Selah! - Joey Weisenberg & The Rising Song Ensemble Concert Sunday, Mar 30th 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, along with featured musicians Yosef Goldman & Aly Halpert as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU! Dessert reception following the concert.
Upcoming Events & Programs
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Mar 5th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Interfaith Iftar: Sharing Tables for Healing Thursday, March 6th, 5:15p to 7:00p Multicultural Mosaic Foundation (14232 E Evans Ave, Aurora, CO 80014) Join us at the Multicultural Mosaic Foundation for an evening of sharing, caring, and healing. We will look at healing texts in both traditions and share a vegetarian meal at the table. Our Mosaic friends will be providing salmon, rice, and potato dishes, and HEA members will bring salads, side dishes, and desserts.Please sign up to bring one of the requested items in the form. This is a family-friendly event!
Purim Shpiel Sunday, Mar 9th 11:00a to 12:00p The Perpetually Perplexed Purim Players Purim Shpiel is returning to the HEA! Esther, Mordechai, Vashti, and Haman (and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce) invite you to this FREE family event! Cantor Saul Rosenthal is the Director, and Nili Abrahamson is the Musical Director. As always, the PPPP shpiel includes a live band and lots of singing.
Purim Carnival Sunday, Mar 9th 12:00p to 2:00p Following the Purim Shpiel, join all your friends in the Social Hall for our BIG Purim Carnival! Enjoy fun, games, rides, and food!
SLAK Purim Potluck Sunday, Mar 9th 6:30p to 8:30p Costumes are not required! Please RSVP to let us know that you can join the festivities and what dish you would like to bring. Email Leslie Levine at teachbeach@yahoo.com.
Human Rights in the Passover Story with Shlomo Levin Shabbat, Mar 15th 12:30p to 1:30p Are human rights and Jewish values the same, or are they different? How do human rights come up in the Passover story? After Kiddush, Shlomo will show how we can add meaning and relevance to our seders by using these questions to lead a discussion, much like we might have on the holiday.
HEA Shalom Chaverim Purim Party Sunday, March 16th, 2:00p to 4:00p, GYC Masks, Mocktails and More! This Purim event is sponsored by HEA Shalom Chaverim, our HEA members group for ages 65 and over, dedicated to celebrating Jewish life together through learning, socializing and sharing life-cycle events. The cost is a modest $5 per person, payable at the door. RSVPs are required so that we can know how many to prepare for. If you plan to join the festivities.
PTSD in the IDF with Omri Barkin Wednesday, Mar 19th 7:00p to 8:30p Omri Barkin, originally from Modi’in, Israel, spent his formative years in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1999–2003) before settling in Tel Aviv. He served in the IDF special forces from 2013-2016 and now runs a nonprofit organization dedicated to IDF veterans with a specific focus on the challenges of PTSD effects and opportunities for implementing nature-based therapeutic programs to help overcome the psychological challenges of combat.
New Baby Shabbat Shabbat, Mar 29th 10:45a to 12:30p Celebrate your newborn child or grandchild at a special Shabbat service!
Yossi Klein Halevi: The Future of Israel, American Jewry & Our Relationship Thursday, April 3rd, 7:00p to 9:00p A senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, and author of Like Dreamers and Letters to My Palestinian Neighbors. Yossi writes for leading op-ed pages in the U.S., including the Times and the Wall Street Journal, and is a former contributing editor to the New Republic. This program is sponsored by The William and Lynn Geller Family in Memory of Gerry and Ly Japha.
Shabbat, March 8
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:00 a.m., Shir Hadash, GYC 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today Class with Rabbi Mordecai Magencey, Ph.D. - Pesach: Questioning what you think you know, part 2, Library 5:15 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
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In the Community
If you know of any congregants or community members that identify as a woman and are hoping to further their education after high school, or, might be an older, returning student later in life, the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section will be awarding a number of scholarships to Jewish women in need of assistance with their tuition to college or technical school attendance fall 2025. Our scholarships are need-based, with merit and community service taken into account. If you know of someone who meets the criteria, we invite them to apply for a National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Colorado Section Scholarship. The completed application due date is April 6, 2025. For questions, please reach out to Shelley Tuteur at shelley.tuteur72996@gmail.com. The scholarship information can be found at www.NCJWColorado.org.
New Study Opportunities with Kabbalah Experience The study of Kabbalah enables us to discover what is hidden from our perception in plain sight. In this introduction to the basic teachings of the Kabbalah you learn to see beyond habituated and constricted thinking and become open to experiencing the connectivity of all of created reality—what is known in physics as Quantum Entanglement, in Depth Psychology as Synchronicity and in Kabbalah as Soul Connections.
Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Lovely Two-Bedroom Duplex near Sloan Lake for rent. Includes a backyard and a private garage. $2,050 per month. Call Eloise at (720) 347-0399.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Selah! - Joey Weisenberg & The Rising Song Ensemble Concert Sunday, Mar 30th 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, along with featured musicians Yosef Goldman & Aly Halpert as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU! Dessert reception following the concert.
Whiskey Tasting Wednesday, Feb 26th 7:00p to 9:00p HEA will be hosting a whiskey tasting with Ben Rosen, founder of Colorado Bourbon & Rye Collectors. We will be tasting single-barrel selections that are completely unique to CBRC. Appetizers will be served for the tasting, and, of course, some non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
Traditional Friday Evening Service & Dinner Friday, Feb 28th 6:00p to 9:00p Enjoy the melodies you love at our Traditional Kabbalat Shabbat services, followed by the kosher food you love at our congregational dinner, as we take part in Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAIM)-a unified effort among Jewish organizations worldwide to raise awareness and foster inclusion of people with disabilities and those who love them.
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, Mar 2nd 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Mar 5th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Interfaith Iftar: Sharing Tables for Healing Thursday, March 6th, 5:15p to 7:00p Multicultural Mosaic Foundation (14232 E Evans Ave, Aurora, CO 80014) Join us at the Multicultural Mosaic Foundation for an evening of sharing, caring, and healing. We will look at healing texts in both traditions and share a vegetarian meal at the table. Our Mosaic friends will be providing salmon, rice, and potato dishes, and HEA members will bring salads, side dishes, and desserts.Please sign up to bring one of the requested items in the form. This is a family-friendly event!
Please CONTRIBUTE to The 2025 Kevin Bitz (z”l) Memorial Mishloach Manot Campaign on our Purim page. Delivery Drivers are still needed!
Purim Shpiel Sunday, Mar 9th 11:00a to 12:00p The Perpetually Perplexed Purim Players Purim Shpiel is returning to the HEA! Esther, Mordechai, Vashti, and Haman (and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce) invite you to this FREE family event! Cantor Saul Rosenthal is the Director, and Nili Abrahamson is the Musical Director. As always, the PPPP shpiel includes a live band and lots of singing.
Purim Carnival Sunday, Mar 9th 12:00p to 2:00p Following the Purim Shpiel, join all your friends in the Social Hall for our BIG Purim Carnival! Enjoy fun, games, rides, and food!
HEA Shalom Chaverim Purim Party Sunday, March 16th, 2:00p to 4:00p, GYC Masks, Mocktails and More! This Purim event is sponsored by HEA Shalom Chaverim, our HEA members group for ages 65 and over, dedicated to celebrating Jewish life together through learning, socializing and sharing life-cycle events. The cost is a modest $5 per person, payable at the door. RSVPs are required so that we can know how many to prepare for. If you plan to join the festivities.
Human Rights in the Passover Story with Shlomo Levin Shabbat, Mar 15th 12:30p to 1:30p Are human rights and Jewish values the same, or are they different? How do human rights come up in the Passover story? After Kiddush, Shlomo will show how we can add meaning and relevance to our seders by using these questions to lead a discussion, much like we might have on the holiday.
Coming up in April
Yossi Klein Halevei: The Future of Israel, American Jewry & Our Relationship Thursday, April 3rd, 7:00p to 9:00p A senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, and author of Like Dreamers and Letters to My Palestinian Neighbors. Yossi writes for leading op-ed pages in the U.S., including the Times and the Wall Street Journal, and is a former contributing editor to the New Republic. This program is sponsored by The William and Lynn Geller Family in Memory of Gerry and Ly Japha.
Shabbat, March 1
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today Class with Cherie Karo Schwartz - Putting It All Together: Terumah 5:15 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
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In the Community
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CONNECT FOUR Concert Sunday, March 2, 7:00 p.m., Swallow HIll Music (71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, 80210) CONNECT FOUR is made up of Saul Rosenthal (Rocky Mountain Jewgrass), Ben Cohen (Sémplice, Hal Aqua and the Lost Tribe), Meghan Salton (Cleveland Philharmonic) and Kim Bird (J’s Ruckus, Kimandala with Art Lande and Amanda Williams). Join them for a folk/Americana musical journey. This show will be filled with songs they’ll be performing for the first time by the Eagles, Eric Clapton, the Turtles, Bruce Springsteen, Peter, Paul & Mary, Bonnie Tyler, Brewer & Shipley and more.
New Study Opportunities with Kabbalah Experience The study of Kabbalah enables us to discover what is hidden from our perception in plain sight. In this introduction to the basic teachings of the Kabbalah you learn to see beyond habituated and constricted thinking and become open to experiencing the connectivity of all of created reality—what is known in physics as Quantum Entanglement, in Depth Psychology as Synchronicity and in Kabbalah as Soul Connections.
NEW: Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
Lovely Two-Bedroom Duplex near Sloan Lake for rent. Includes a backyard and a private garage. $2,050 per month. Call Eloise at (720) 347-0399.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
Please CONTRIBUTE to The 2025 Kevin Bitz (z”l) Memorial Mishloach Manot Campaign on our Purim page. Delivery Drivers are still needed!
Upcoming Events & Programs
Selah! - Joey Weisenberg & The Rising Song Ensemble Concert Sunday, Mar 30th 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, along with featured musicians Yosef Goldman & Aly Halpert as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU! Dessert reception following the concert.
Shabbat-Along Friday, Feb 21st 4:30p to 7:00p Feel free to come when you are able for this interactive Shabbat experience geared toward families with children in 3rd grade and under. Older siblings, grandparents, and friends are always welcome.
Whiskey Tasting Wednesday, Feb 26th 7:00p to 9:00p HEA will be hosting a whiskey tasting with Ben Rosen, founder of Colorado Bourbon & Rye Collectors. We will be tasting single-barrel selections that are completely unique to CBRC. Appetizers will be served for the tasting, and, of course, some non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
Traditional Friday Evening Service & Dinner Friday, Feb 28th 6:00p to 9:00p Enjoy the melodies you love at our Traditional Kabbalat Shabbat services, followed by the kosher food you love at our a congregational dinner, as we take part in Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAIM)-a unified effort among Jewish organizations worldwide to raise awareness and foster inclusion of people with disabilities and those who love them.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Mar 5th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Interfaith Iftar: Sharing Tables for Healing Thursday, March 6th, 5:15p to 7:00p Multicultural Mosaic Foundation (14232 E Evans Ave, Aurora, CO 80014) Join us at the Multicultural Mosaic Foundation for an evening of sharing, caring, and healing. We will look at healing texts in both traditions and share a vegetarian meal at the table. Our Mosaic friends will be providing salmon, rice, and potato dishes, and HEA members will bring salads, side dishes, and desserts.Please sign up to bring one of the requested items in the form. This is a family-friendly event!
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HEA Shalom Chaverim Purim Party Sunday, March 16th, 2:00p to 4:00p, GYC Masks, Mocktails and More! This Purim event is sponsored by HEA Shalom Chaverim, our HEA members group for ages 65 and over, dedicated to celebrating Jewish life together through learning, socializing and sharing life-cycle events. The cost is a modest $5 per person, payable at the door. RSVP’s are required so that we can know how many to prepare for. If you plan to join the festivities,
Shabbat, February 22
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:00 a.m., Shir Hadash 4:30 p.m., Bat Mitzvah of Quinn Barry 5:00 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
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In the Community
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Lovely Two-Bedroom Duplex near Sloan Lake for rent. Includes a backyard and a private garage. $2,050 per month. Call Eloise at (720) 347-0399.
To Not Be Afraid - Lo Lefached Klal: A Journey Towards Light and Love Kol Nashim, the women’s choir of the Colorado Hebrew Chorale, in collaboration with Art Against Antisemitism Sunday, Feb. 23, 4:00 p.m., at the HEA This candle-lit event will feature a concert by Kol Nashim under the direction of Artistic Director Dr. Jessie Flasschoen Campbell. A visual presentation of artwork from artists from around the globe, curated by Art Against Antisemitism under the direction of Lisa Link, will enhance the experience. The event will include active audience engagement.
The Israel Musuem Trunk Show & Special Expo at Temple Emanuel Wednesday, February 26, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Judaica Shop at Temple Emanuel. Featured items include mezuzot, decorative wall art, gold jewelry, Seder and matzah plates, museum replicas, and more!
New Study Opportunities with Kabbalah Experience The study of Kabbalah enables us to discover what is hidden from our perception in plain sight. In this introduction to the basic teachings of the Kabbalah you learn to see beyond habituated and constricted thinking and become open to experiencing the connectivity of all of created reality—what is known in physics as Quantum Entanglement, in Depth Psychology as Synchronicity and in Kabbalah as Soul Connections.
NEW: Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week program 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
CONNECT FOUR Concert Sunday, March 2, 7:00 p.m., Swallow HIll Music (71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, 80210) CONNECT FOUR is made up of Saul Rosenthal (Rocky Mountain Jewgrass), Ben Cohen (Sémplice, Hal Aqua and the Lost Tribe), Meghan Salton (Cleveland Philharmonic) and Kim Bird (J’s Ruckus, Kimandala with Art Lande and Amanda Williams). Join them for a folk/Americana musical journey. This show will be filled with songs they’ll be performing for the first time by the Eagles, Eric Clapton, the Turtles, Bruce Springsteen, Peter, Paul & Mary, Bonnie Tyler, Brewer & Shipley and more.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
California Fire Judaica Recovery Help the California fire survivors replace the Judaica they lost: Donor Form Link | Recipient Form Link
The 2025 Kevin Bitz (z”l) Memorial Mishloach Manot Campaign is underway! Please volunteer to PACK & DELIVER bags HERE.
Upcoming Events & Programs
Selah! - Joey Weisenberg & The Rising Song Ensemble Concert Sunday, Mar 30th 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, along with featured musicians Yosef Goldman & Aly Halpert as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU! Dessert reception following the concert.
Azamra at DU Friday, Feb 14th 6:00p to 9:00p Azamra heads to DU to share Shabbat with DU students and HEA's Young Adults for Tu Bishvat Eco Shabbat! Service led by Rabbi Shulman and Eitan Kantor. Service and candle lighting at 6:00 p.m., followed by a kosher Shabbat dinner. Come and join us!
Bikkur Cholim Team Training Sunday, Feb 16th 11:00a to 12:00p Join Rabbi Shulman and Rabbi Jeffrey Kaye, Director of Chaplaincy Services at Rose Medical Center, for a training on best practices for visiting others in the hospital. This training will officially launch our Bikkur Cholim (Visiting the Sick) Team to support members in the hospital and homebound.
Shabbat-Along Friday, Feb 21st 4:30p to 7:00p Feel free to come when you are able for this interactive Shabbat experience geared toward families with children in 3rd grade and under. Older siblings, grandparents, and friends are always welcome.
Whiskey Tasting Wednesday, Feb 26th 7:00p to 9:00p HEA will be hosting a whiskey tasting with Ben Rosen, founder of Colorado Bourbon & Rye Collectors. We will be tasting single-barrel selections that are completely unique to CBRC. Appetizers will be served for the tasting, and, of course, some non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
Traditional Friday Evening Service & Dinner Friday, Feb 28th 6:00p to 9:00p Traditional Kabbalat Shabbat services, followed by a congregational dinner. Join for the melodies you love, and your favorite kosher food.
Interfaith Iftar: Sharing Tables for Healing Thursday, March 6th, 5:15p to 7:00p Multicultural Mosaic Foundation (14232 E Evans Ave, Aurora, CO 80014) Join us at the Multicultural Mosaic Foundation for an evening of sharing, caring, and healing. We will look at healing texts in both traditions and share a vegetarian meal at the table. Our Mosaic friends will be providing salmon, rice, and potato dishes, and HEA members will bring salads, side dishes, and desserts.Please sign up to bring one of the requested items in the form. This is a family-friendly event!
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Shabbat, February 15
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services & Bat Mitzvah of Miriam Robbins 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today Class with Rabbi Marlene Richter 5:00 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
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In the Community
To Not Be Afraid - Lo Lefached Klal: A Journey Towards Light and Love Kol Nashim, the women’s choir of the Colorado Hebrew Chorale, in collaboration with Art Against Antisemitism Sunday, Feb. 23, 4:00 p.m., at the HEA This candle-lit event will feature a concert by Kol Nashim under the direction of Artistic Director Dr. Jessie Flasschoen Campbell. A visual presentation of artwork from artists from around the globe, curated by Art Against Antisemitism under the direction of Lisa Link, will enhance the experience. The event will include active audience engagement.
New Study Opportunities with Kabbalah Experience The study of Kabbalah enables us to discover what is hidden from our perception in plain sight. In this introduction to the basic teachings of the Kabbalah you learn to see beyond habituated and constricted thinking and become open to experiencing the connectivity of all of created reality—what is known in physics as Quantum Entanglement, in Depth Psychology as Synchronicity and in Kabbalah as Soul Connections.
NEW: Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week program 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
CONNECT FOUR Concert Sunday, March 2, 7:00 p.m., Swallow HIll Music (71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, 80210) CONNECT FOUR is made up of Saul Rosenthal (Rocky Mountain Jewgrass), Ben Cohen (Sémplice, Hal Aqua and the Lost Tribe), Meghan Salton (Cleveland Philharmonic) and Kim Bird (J’s Ruckus, Kimandala with Art Lande and Amanda Williams). Join them for a folk/Americana musical journey. This show will be filled with songs they’ll be performing for the first time by the Eagles, Eric Clapton, the Turtles, Bruce Springsteen, Peter, Paul & Mary, Bonnie Tyler, Brewer & Shipley and more.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
California Fire Judaica Recovery Help the California fire survivors replace the Judaica they lost: Donor Form Link | Recipient Form Link
Selah! - Joey Weisenberg & The Rising Song Ensemble Concert Sunday, Mar 30th 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, along with featured musicians Yosef Goldman & Aly Halpert as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU! Dessert reception following the concert.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman TODAY! Wednesday, Feb 5th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
HEAbros Super Bowl Lox Boxes Don't get loxxed out Super Bowl Sunday, order your Lox Box ahead of time! The box includes lox, bagels, cream cheese, condiments, and mini-muffins for four people. $50 members, $60 non-members. DEADLINE FOR ORDERS IS TOMORROW. Pick-up: Sunday, Feb. 9, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This program will be supporting the HEA Brotherhood.
The History of Zionism Thursday, Feb 6th 6:30p to 8:00p Led by Amir Kaufman, this three-session class explores the roots of modern-day Zionism. This class is free for HEA members, $30 for non-members.
A Taste of Shabbat at Home Friday, Feb 7th 5:00p to 8:00p We invite you to enjoy a Shabbat dinner with members of our community. It is an opportunity for meaning, to forge connections, and to create a feeling of belonging. On February 7, we ask that you either be a host, or sign up to be a guest as we open the doors of our homes with old or new friends from our community.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Feb 8th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Shabbat Shira Concert Saturday, Feb 8th 7:00p to 9:00p Dazzling Duets featuring Ruthie Lipshulch (Cantorial Soloist, Temple Sinai) and our Music Director Eitan Kantor. Ruthie and Eitan will enchant the audience with duets from Broadway, the synagogue, and the pop world. A collaboration not to be missed! This concert will take place at Temple Sinai.
Preschool Shopping Party at Wish Gifts Monday, Feb 10th 6:00p to 8:00p Come shop and mingle with fellow HEA families! Drinks and lite bites will be provided. 10% of all sales will be donated back to HEA.
Azamra at DU Friday, Feb 14th 6:00p to 9:00p Azamra heads to DU to share Shabbat with DU students and HEA's Young Adults for Tu Bishvat Eco Shabbat! Service led by Rabbi Shulman and Eitan Kantor. Service and candle lighting at 6:00 p.m., followed by a kosher Shabbat dinner. Come and join us!
Bikkur Cholim Team Training Sunday, Feb 16th 11:00a to 12:00p Join Rabbi Shulman and Rabbi Jeffrey Kaye, Director of Chaplaincy Services at Rose Medical Center, for a training on best practices for visiting others in the hospital. This training will officially launch our Bikkur Cholim (Visiting the Sick) Team to support members in the hospital and homebound.
Whiskey Tasting Wednesday, Feb 26th 7:00p to 9:00p HEA will be hosting a whiskey tasting with Ben Rosen, founder of Colorado Bourbon & Rye Collectors. We will be tasting single-barrel selections that are completely unique to CBRC. Appetizers will be served for the tasting, and, of course, some non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
Traditional Friday Evening Service & Dinner Friday, Feb 28th 6:00p to 9:00p Traditional Kabbalat Shabbat services, followed by a congregational dinner. Join for the melodies you love, and your favorite kosher food.
Interfaith Iftar: Sharing Tables for Healing Thursday, March 6th, 5:15p to 7:00p Multicultural Mosaic Foundation (14232 E Evans Ave, Aurora, CO 80014) Join us at the Multicultural Mosaic Foundation for an evening of sharing, caring, and healing. We will look at healing texts in both traditions and share a vegetarian meal at the table. Our Mosaic friends will be providing salmon, rice, and potato dishes, and HEA members will bring salads, side dishes, and desserts.Please sign up to bring one of the requested items in the form. This is a family-friendly event!
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Shabbat, February 8
9:30 a.m., Shir Shacharit, GYC 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today Class: Rabbi Mordecai Magencey - Pesach: Questioning what you think you know 10:45 a.m., Tot Shabbat, Social Hall 4:45 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services 7:00 p.m., Shabbat Shira Concert
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In the Community
To Not Be Afraid - Lo Lefached Klal: A Journey Towards Light and Love Kol Nashim, the women’s choir of the Colorado Hebrew Chorale, in collaboration with Art Against Antisemitism Sunday, Feb. 23, 4:00 p.m., at the HEA This candle-lit event will feature a concert by Kol Nashim under the direction of Artistic Director Dr. Jessie Flasschoen Campbell. A visual presentation of artwork from artists from around the globe, curated by Art Against Antisemitism under the direction of Lisa Link, will enhance the experience. The event will include active audience engagement.
NEW: Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week program 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
CONNECT FOUR Concert Sunday, March 2, 7:00 p.m., Swallow HIll Music (71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, 80210) CONNECT FOUR is made up of Saul Rosenthal (Rocky Mountain Jewgrass), Ben Cohen (Sémplice, Hal Aqua and the Lost Tribe), Meghan Salton (Cleveland Philharmonic) and Kim Bird (J’s Ruckus, Kimandala with Art Lande and Amanda Williams). Join them for a folk/Americana musical journey. This show will be filled with songs they’ll be performing for the first time by the Eagles, Eric Clapton, the Turtles, Bruce Springsteen, Peter, Paul & Mary, Bonnie Tyler, Brewer & Shipley and more.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
California Fire Judaica Recovery Help the California fire survivors replace the Judaica they lost: Donor Form Link | Recipient Form Link
Selah! - Joey Weisenberg & The Rising Song Ensemble Concert Sunday, Mar 30th 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, along with featured musicians Yosef Goldman & Aly Halpert as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU! Dessert reception following the concert.
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, Feb 2nd 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Feb 5th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
The History of Zionism Thursday, Feb 6th 6:30p to 8:00p Led by Amir Kaufman, this three-session class explores the roots of modern-day Zionism. This class is free for HEA members, $30 for non-members.
A Taste of Shabbat at Home Friday, Feb 7th 5:00p to 8:00p We invite you to enjoy a Shabbat dinner with members of our community. It is an opportunity for meaning, to forge connections, and to create a feeling of belonging. On February 7, we ask that you either be a host, or sign up to be a guest as we open the doors of our homes with old or new friends from our community.If you are willing to host, you will be contacted with names of those assigned to your home by Jan 31. If you are a guest, you will be notified of the name/address of your host by Jan. 31.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Feb 8th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Shabbat Shira Concert Friday, Feb 8th 7:00p to 9:00p Dazzling Duets featuring Ruthie Lipshulch (Cantorial Soloist, Temple Sinai) and our Music Director Eitan Kantor. Ruthie and Eitan will enchant the audience with duets from Broadway, the synagogue, and the pop world. A collaboration not to be missed! This concert will take place at Temple Sinai.
HEAbros Super Bowl Lox Boxes Don't get loxxed out Super Bowl Sunday, order your Lox Box ahead of time! The box includes lox, bagels, cream cheese, condiments, and mini-muffins for four people. $50 members, $60 non-members.Pick up Sunday, Feb. 9 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This program will be supporting the HEA Brotherhood.
Preschool Shopping Party at Wish Gifts Monday, Feb 10th 6:00p to 8:00p Come shop and mingle with fellow HEA families! Drinks and lite bites will be provided. 10% of all sales will be donated back to HEA.
Azamra at DU Friday, Feb 14th 6:00p to 9:00p Azamra heads to DU to share Shabbat with DU students and HEA's Young Adults for Tu Bishvat Eco Shabbat! Service led by Rabbi Shulman and Eitan Kantor. Service and candle lighting at 6:00 p.m., followed by a kosher Shabbat dinner. Come and join us!
Bikkur Cholim Task Force Training Sunday, Feb 16th 11:00a to 12:00p Join Rabbi Shulman and Rabbi Jeffrey Kaye, Director of Chaplaincy Services at Rose Medical Center, for a training on best practices for visiting others in the hospital. This training will officially launch our Bikkur Cholim (Visiting the Sick) Task Force to support members in the hospital and homebound.
Whiskey Tasting Wednesday, Feb 26th 7:00p to 9:00p HEA will be hosting a whiskey tasting with Ben Rosen, founder of Colorado Bourbon & Rye Collectors. We will be tasting single-barrel selections that are completely unique to CBRC. Appetizers will be served for the tasting, and, of course, some non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
9:30 a.m., HEArt Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today in the Library - Who Were The Mixed Multitude? 4:00 p.m., Bat Mitzvah of Ava Oberndorf 4:45 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services 5:30 p.m., Parents Night Out: Havdalah and Pajama & Movie Night for Kids
9:30 a.m., HEArt Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today in the Library - Who Were The Mixed Multitude? 4:00 p.m., Bat Mitzvah of Ava Oberndorf 4:45 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services 5:30 p.m., Parents Night Out: Havdalah and Pajama & Movie Night for Kids
9:30 a.m., HEArt Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today in the Library - Who Were The Mixed Multitude? 4:00 p.m., Bat Mitzvah of Ava Oberndorf 4:45 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services 5:30 p.m., Parents Night Out: Havdalah and Pajama & Movie Night for Kids
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In the Community
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
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NEW: Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart Join our 4-week program 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.
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CONNECT FOUR Concert Sunday, March 2, 7:00 p.m., Swallow HIll Music (71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, 80210) CONNECT FOUR is made up of Saul Rosenthal (Rocky Mountain Jewgrass), Ben Cohen (Sémplice, Hal Aqua and the Lost Tribe), Meghan Salton (Cleveland Philharmonic) and Kim Bird (J’s Ruckus, Kimandala with Art Lande and Amanda Williams). Join them for a folk/Americana musical journey. This show will be filled with songs they’ll be performing for the first time by the Eagles, Eric Clapton, the Turtles, Bruce Springsteen, Peter, Paul & Mary, Bonnie Tyler, Brewer & Shipley and more.
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California Fire Judaica Recovery Help the California fire survivors replace the Judaica they lost: Donor Form Link | Recipient Form Link
Azamra Friday, Jan 24th 5:30p to 8:30p Our monthly musical Friday Evening service and congregational dinner. Azamra is a spirited and fun Kabbalat Shabbat service for all ages.
HEAbros Super Bowl Lox Boxes Don't get loxxed out Super Bowl Sunday, order your Lox Box ahead of time! The box includes lox, bagels, cream cheese, condiments, and mini-muffins for four people. $50 members, $60 non-members.Pick up Sunday, Feb. 9 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This program will be supporting the HEA Brotherhood.
Adult Beginning Hebrew Reading Class Sunday, Jan 26th 11:00a to 12:00p This eight-week course is intended for the new or novice Hebrew reading student. This is not a conversational Hebrew course.There is no cost for this class for HEA members, but you must register below and pay a $15 book fee. $40 for non-members. The course is taught by Jessica Weber.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Jan 28th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. This month, we can enjoy the music of Jazz instrumentalist, Michael Friedman.
The History of Zionism Thursday, Feb 6th 6:30p to 8:00p Led by Amir Kaufman, this three-session class explores the roots of modern-day Zionism. This class is free for HEA members, $30 for non-members.
A Taste of Shabbat at Home Friday, Feb 7th 5:00p to 8:00p We invite you to enjoy a Shabbat dinner with members of our community. It is an opportunity for meaning, to forge connections, and to create a feeling of belonging. On February 7, we ask that you either be a host, or sign up to be a guest as we open the doors of our homes with old or new friends from our community.If you are willing to host, you will be contacted with names of those assigned to your home by Jan 31. If you are a guest, you will be notified of the name/address of your host by Jan. 31.
Shabbat Shira Concert Friday, Feb 8th 7:00p to 9:00p Dazzling Duets featuring Ruthie Lipshulch (Cantorial Soloist, Temple Sinai) and our Music Director Eitan Kantor. Ruthie and Eitan will enchant the audience with duets from Broadway, the synagogue, and the pop world. A collaboration not to be missed! This concert will take place at Temple Sinai.
Preschool Shopping Party at Wish Gifts Monday, Feb 10th 6:00p to 8:00p Come shop and mingle with fellow HEA families! Drinks and lite bites will be provided. 10% of all sales will be donated back to HEA.
Whiskey Tasting Wednesday, Feb 26th 7:00p to 9:00p HEA will be hosting a whiskey tasting with Ben Rosen, founder of Colorado Bourbon & Rye Collectors. We will be tasting single-barrel selections that are completely unique to CBRC. Appetizers will be served for the tasting, and, of course, some non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
Joey Weisenberg Concert Sunday, Mar 30h 7:00p to 9:00p Let's welcome back Joey Weisenberg to Denver for a soulful and uplifting evening of song and community. Joey will be joined by fellow musicians from the Rising Song Ensemble: Yosef Goldman, Aly Halpert, Dan Blacksberg, and Shawn Hennessey, as well as our very own Eitan Kantor and, of course, YOU!!! Dessert reception following the concert.
Shabbat, January 25
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9:30 a.m., Shir Hadash & Bat Mitzvah of Sivan Klein, Sanctuary
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services & Guest Sermon by Rabbi Mordecai Magencey, Ph.D., Social Hall
4:30 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
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In the Community
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
CONNECT FOUR Concert Sunday, March 2, 7:00 p.m., Swallow HIll Music (71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, 80210) CONNECT FOUR is made up of Saul Rosenthal (Rocky Mountain Jewgrass), Ben Cohen (Sémplice, Hal Aqua and the Lost Tribe), Meghan Salton (Cleveland Philharmonic) and Kim Bird (J’s Ruckus, Kimandala with Art Lande and Amanda Williams). Join them for a folk/Americana musical journey. This show will be filled with songs they’ll be performing for the first time by the Eagles, Eric Clapton, the Turtles, Bruce Springsteen, Peter, Paul & Mary, Bonnie Tyler, Brewer & Shipley and more.
California Fire Judaica Recovery Help the California fire survivors replace the Judaica they lost: Donor Form Link | Recipient Form Link
TAX STATEMENTS: 2024 Tax statements were emailed last week, and the child care contribution credit certificates were mailed via USPS this past Friday. If you have not received your statement or have any questions, please contact Finance Director Crystal Haug.
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Upcoming Events & Programs
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Life & Legacy Ed Series: Death & Dying TODAY! Wednesday, Jan 15th 12:00p to 1:30p This program is designed to help people be less afraid of death, sharing insights and approaches on how to have those difficult conversations.If you watched last year’s movie, Barbie, or even the trailer, the moment when Barbie asks her friends, “do you guys ever think about dying?”, is both hilarious and cringeworthy. It’s not every day we talk about or even think about death. And when we do, it’s rarely about our own mortality! With guest speaker, Jamie Sarche. $10 for HEA Members, $15 for Non-Members.
An Evening of Paint Gem TONIGHT! Wednesday, Jan 15th 7:00p to 8:30p This ladies-out evening of relaxation, as we paint with gems and schmooze, is designed for women ages 30-50. We will have several different designs to follow, with all the gems and applicators available that evening, along with wine and cheese, of course! Cost is $10 member, $20 non-member.
HEAbros Super Bowl Lox Boxes Don't get loxxed out Super Bowl Sunday, order your Lox Box ahead of time! The box includes lox, bagels, cream cheese, condiments, and mini-muffins for four people. $50 members, $60 non-members.Pick up Sunday, Feb. 9 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This program will be supporting the HEA Brotherhood.
Magic Minyan Shabbat, Jan 18th 11:00a to 12:00p A "magical" Shabbat experience for kids and their adults!
Book Review - Lovers in Auschwitz: A True Story Tuesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 9:00p Lovers in Auschwitz: A True Story by Keren Blankfeld. An in-person event with the author as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. A saga of two young people who found themselves trapped inside a waking nightmare of the Nazis’ creation, yet who nevertheless discovered a love that sustained them through history’s darkest hour. This program is co-sponsored with the Greater Denver Chapter of Hadassah.
Azamra Friday, Jan 24th 5:30p to 8:30p Our monthly musical Friday Evening service and congregational dinner. Azamra is a spirited and fun Kabbalat Shabbat service for all ages.
Adult Beginning Hebrew Reading Class Sunday, Jan 26th 11:00a to 12:00p This eight-week course is intended for the new or novice Hebrew reading student. This is not a conversational Hebrew course.There is no cost for this class for HEA members, but you must register below and pay a $15 book fee. $40 for non-members. The course is taught by Jessica Weber.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Jan 28th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. This month, we can enjoy the music of Jazz instrumentalist, Michael Friedman.
The History of Zionism Thursday, Feb 6th 6:30p to 8:00p Led by Amir Kaufman, this three-session class explores the roots of modern-day Zionism. This class is free for HEA members, $30 for non-members.
A Taste of Shabbat at Home Friday, Feb 7th 5:00p to 8:00p We invite you to enjoy a Shabbat dinner with members of our community. It is an opportunity for meaning, to forge connections, and to create a feeling of belonging. On February 7, we ask that you either be a host, or sign up to be a guest as we open the doors of our homes with old or new friends from our community.If you are willing to host, you will be contacted with names of those assigned to your home by Jan 31. If you are a guest, you will be notified of the name/address of your host by Jan. 31.
Shabbat Shira Concert Friday, Feb 8th 7:00p to 9:00p Dazzling Duets featuring Ruthie Lipshulch (Cantorial Soloist, Temple Sinai) and our Music Director Eitan Kantor. Ruthie and Eitan will enchant the audience with duets from Broadway, the synagogue, and the pop world. A collaboration not to be missed! This concert will take place at Temple Sinai.
Preschool Shopping Party at Wish Gifts Monday, Feb 10th 6:00p to 8:00p Come shop and mingle with fellow HEA families! Drinks and lite bites will be provided. 10% of all sales will be donated back to HEA.
Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.
CONNECT FOUR Concert Sunday, March 2, 7:00 p.m., Swallow HIll Music (71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, 80210) CONNECT FOUR is made up of Saul Rosenthal (Rocky Mountain Jewgrass), Ben Cohen (Sémplice, Hal Aqua and the Lost Tribe), Meghan Salton (Cleveland Philharmonic) and Kim Bird (J’s Ruckus, Kimandala with Art Lande and Amanda Williams). Join them for a folk/Americana musical journey. This show will be filled with songs they’ll be performing for the first time by the Eagles, Eric Clapton, the Turtles, Bruce Springsteen, Peter, Paul & Mary, Bonnie Tyler, Brewer & Shipley and more.
California Fire Judaica Recovery Help the California fire survivors replace the Judaica they lost: Donor Form Link | Recipient Form Link
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Jan 8th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Movie Night: Seven Blessings Thursday, Jan 9th 6:30p to 8:30p Seven Blessings revolves around an eventful Jewish Moroccan family wedding and the traditional blessings that are pronounced during the ceremony, again at the reception, and then again for the next seven nights with loved ones hosting special dinners in the couple’s honor. Behind the facade of joie de vivre and togetherness, there are secrets, lies, and a painful old wound that forces them to confront the past, while wrecking the present, all entwined in this acclaimed story about fury, forgiveness, and food. NOTE: This is a screening of a film that is not yet released, therefore there is a charge for this film.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Jan 11th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service for small ones and their adults!
Tikkun Olam - Homeless Bags Sunday, Jan 12th 12:00p to 1:30p Join the Tikkun Olam group in the GYC to put together bags for the homeless in and around the Denver area. Sign-up for a slot.
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, Jan 12th 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Life & Legacy Ed Series: Death & Dying Wednesday, Jan 15th 12:00p to 1:30p If you watched last year’s movie, Barbie, or even the trailer, the moment when Barbie asks her friends, “do you guys ever think about dying?”, is both hilarious and cringeworthy. It’s not every day we talk about or even think about death. And when we do, it’s rarely about our own mortality! This program is designed to help people be less afraid of death, sharing insights and approaches on how to have those difficult conversations. With guest speaker, Jamie Sarche. $10 for HEA Members, $15 for Non-Members.
An Evening of Paint Gem Wednesday, Jan 15th 7:00p to 8:30p Join the next ladies-out program, designed for ages 30-50, for an evening of relaxation as we paint with gems and schmooze. We will have several different designs to follow, with all the gems and applicators available that evening, along with wine and cheese of course. Cost is $10 member, $20 non-member.
Book Review - Lovers in Auschwitz: A True Story Tuesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 9:00p Lovers in Auschwitz: A True Story by Keren Blankfeld. An in-person event with the author as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. A saga of two young people who found themselves trapped inside a waking nightmare of the Nazis’ creation, yet who nevertheless discovered a love that sustained them through history’s darkest hour. This program is co-sponsored with the Greater Denver Chapter of Hadassah.
Azamra Friday, Jan 24th 5:30p to 8:30p Our monthly musical Friday Evening service and congregational dinner. Azamra is a spirited and fun Kabbalat Shabbat service for all ages.
Adult Beginning Hebrew Reading Class Sunday, Jan 26th 11:00a to 12:00p This eight-week course is intended for the new or novice Hebrew reading student. This is not a conversational Hebrew course. There is no cost for this class for HEA members, but you must register below and pay a $15 book fee. $40 for non-members. The course is taught by Jessica Weber.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Jan 28th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. Join us for a musical program with Jazz instrumentalist, Michael Friedman.
The History of Zionism Thursday, Feb 6th 6:30p to 8:00p Led by Amir Kaufman, this three-session class explores the roots of modern-day Zionism. This class is free for HEA members, $30 for non-members.
Shabbat, January 11
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services
10:45 a.m., Tot Shabbat 4:15 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
Join the HEA Young Adult Crew, Moishe Pod City Park, base and Rahmana for a fun and spiritual Hanukkah celebration. This event is free!
Hanukkah Bash Sunday, Dec 29th 5:00p to 6:30p Join your HEA family for a creative latke cook-off where the latkes are unique, and the votes are cast by YOU. We will have crafts for the kids, a puppet show featuring Michael Wurzman at 5:30 p.m., candle lighting and songs, a sufganyot experiment, dreidels, blanket-making for a shelter, gelt, and much more! $10 per member family, $20 non-member family. Or, $5 per member individual; $10 per non-member individual.
Listening Tour Tuesday, Jan 7th 7:00p to 8:30p Small gatherings at the homes of members to get to know the HEA leadership, ask questions, and share your vision of HEA. This session is geared for young adults and located in the 80237 zip code.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Jan 8th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Movie Night: Seven Blessings Thursday, Jan 9th 6:30p to 8:30p Seven Blessings revolves around an eventful Jewish Moroccan family wedding and the traditional blessings that are pronounced during the ceremony, again at the reception, and then again for the next seven nights with loved ones hosting special dinners in the couple’s honor. Behind the facade of joie de vivre and togetherness, there are secrets, lies, and a painful old wound that forces them to confront the past, while wrecking the present, all entwined in this acclaimed story about fury, forgiveness, and food. NOTE: This is a screening of a film that is not yet released, therefore there is a charge for this film.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Jan 11th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Tikkun Olam - Homeless Bags Sunday, Jan 12th 12:00p to 1:30p Join the Tikkun Olam group in the GYC to put together bags for the homeless in and around the Denver area. Sign-up for a slot.
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, Jan 12th 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Life & Legacy Ed Series: Death & Dying Wednesday, Jan 15th 12:00p to 1:30p If you watched last year’s movie, Barbie, or even the trailer, the moment when Barbie asks her friends, “do you guys ever think about dying?”, is both hilarious and cringeworthy. It’s not every day we talk about or even think about death. And when we do, it’s rarely about our own mortality! This program is designed to help people be less afraid of death, sharing insights and approaches on how to have those difficult conversations. With guest speaker, Jamie Sarche. $10 for HEA Members, $15 for Non-Members.
An Evening of Paint Gem Wednesday, Jan 15th 7:00p to 8:30p Join the next ladies-out program, designed for ages 30-50, for an evening of relaxation as we paint with gems and schmooze. We will have several different designs to follow, with all the gems and applicators available that evening, along with wine and cheese of course. Cost is $10 member, $20 non-member.
Book Review - Lovers in Auschwitz: A True Story Tuesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 9:00p Lovers in Auschwitz: A True Story by Keren Blankfeld. An in-person event with the author as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. A saga of two young people who found themselves trapped inside a waking nightmare of the Nazis’ creation, yet who nevertheless discovered a love that sustained them through history’s darkest hour. This program is co-sponsored with the Greater Denver Chapter of Hadassah.
Adult Beginning Hebrew Class Sunday, Jan 26th 11:00a to 12:00p This eight-week course is intended for the new or novice Hebrew student. The is no cost for this class for HEA members, but you must register below and pay a $15 book fee. $40 for non-members. The course is taught by Jessica Weber.
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Jan 28th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. Join us for a musical program with Jazz instrumentalist, Michael Friedman.
The History of Zionism Thursday, Feb 6th 6:30p to 8:00p Led by Amir Kaufman, this three-session class explores the roots of modern-day Zionism. This class is free for HEA members, $30 for non-members.
Shabbat, December 28
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 4:00 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
Movie Night: Here We Are Thursday, Dec 19th 6:30p This 2020 Israeli-Italian drama film, directed by Nir Bergman, explores the relationship between a father and his autistic son. Tear-jerker alert (just ask Amir Kaufman).
Join the HEA Young Adult Crew, Moishe Pod City Park, base and Rahmana for a fun and spiritual Hanukkah celebration. This event is free!
Hanukkah Bash Sunday, Dec 29th 5:00p to 6:30p Join your HEA family for a creative latke cook-off where the latkes are unique, and the votes are cast by YOU. We will have crafts for the kids, a puppet show featuring Michael Wurzman at 5:30 p.m., candle lighting and songs, a sufganyot experiment, dreidels, blanket-making for a shelter, gelt, and much more! $10 per member family, $20 non-member family. Or, $5 per member individual; $10 per non-member individual.
Listening Tour Tuesday, Jan 7th 7:00p to 8:30p Small gatherings at the homes of members to get to know the HEA leadership, ask questions, and share your vision of HEA. This session is geared for young adults or parents with young adults, and is located in the 80237 zip code.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Jan 8th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Topics include Identity, Prayer, Study, Mitzvot, Tzedakah, Chesed, Faith, Israel, Kiddush Hashem, and the Jewish future.
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Jan 11th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, Jan 12th 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Life & Legacy Ed Series: Death & Dying Wednesday, Jan 15th 12:00p to 1:30p If you watched last year’s movie, Barbie, or even the trailer, the moment when Barbie asks her friends, “do you guys ever think about dying?”, is both hilarious and cringeworthy. It’s not every day we talk about or even think about death. And when we do, it’s rarely about our own mortality! This program is designed to help people be less afraid of death, sharing insights and approaches on how to have those difficult conversations. With guest speaker, Jamie Sarche. $10 for HEA Members, $15 for Non-Members.
Shabbat, December 21
9:30 a.m., Shir Hadash & Bat Mitzvah of Tess Abramson, Sanctuary 9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services, Social Hall 10:45 a.m., Torah for Today with Rabbi Joshua Ginsberg-Margo, Library 4:00 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
Registration for Kabbalah Experience Winter 2025 classes is now open! These classes are a unique opportunity for individuals to explore deeper spiritual insights and personal transformation through the teachings of Kabbalah. Free Introductory Sample Classes are being offered through Jan 6; Semester begins Jan 13.
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Dec 11th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. This month's topic is Pathways to God. $10 for lunch.
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The next Listening Tour date is tomorrow, Thursday, December 12, 6:00 p.m. in the Englewood area. Sign-up HERE.
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Purim Shpiel Auditions Sunday, Dec 15th 12:00p to 2:00p Sing a song (we know your inner Swiftie needs to be heard!), dance a jig (or not), read aloud your favorite Taylor lyrics, or SHAKE IT OFF! Really, you can audition with anything!
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Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, Dec 15th 6:30p to 8:00p A vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman who meet monthly for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Healing Arts Kits Order Healing Arts Kits for children in Israel for $30, and on Sunday, December 15th, at the HEA Hanukkah Bazaar, the HEA Sisterhood will have a special Tzedakah Station set up for everyone to help put together the Healing Arts Kits. (you do not need to attend the boutique, but all are welcome).
Kavod on the Road Tuesday, Dec 17th 1:00p to 2:30p Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA.
Movie Night: Here We Are Thursday, Dec 19th 6:30p This 2020 Israeli-Italian drama film, directed by Nir Bergman, explores the relationship between a father and his autistic son.
Join the HEA Young Adult Crew, Moishe Pod City Park, base and Rahmana for a fun and spiritual Hanukkah celebration. This event is free!
Hanukkah Party Sunday, Dec 29th 5:00p to 6:30p Hanukkah fun and learning!
Shabbat, December 14
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 10:45 a.m., Tot Shabbat 3:45 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
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The Colorado Hebrew Chorale will be performing a Chanukah set accompanied by guest trumpeter Eviatar Shlosberg at this multicultural holiday event at Park Hill United Methodist Church on Wed., Dec. 11, 7:00 p.m. The program is presented by Minister Daryl Walker and the Legacy Ensemble. Tickets and information: 303-331-0466.
Registration for Kabbalah Experience Winter 2025 classes is now open! These classes are a unique opportunity for individuals to explore deeper spiritual insights and personal transformation through the teachings of Kabbalah. Free Introductory Sample Classes are being offered the weeks of Dec 16 and Jan 6; Semester begins Jan 13.
HEA Blood Drive Wednesday, Dec 4th 2:00p to 5:30p, Social Hall-Bay 4 To schedule an appointment, visit www.donors.vitalant.organd use drive code B108. Mom's Night Out Thursday, Dec 5th 7:00p to 9:00p It's not easy to be a mom of young kids. It's time for something fun for yourself! Beading is the new craze, so join your friends at HEA to make bracelets of your choice, sip some wine, and relax.
Magic Minyan Shabbat, Dec 7th 11:00a to 12:00p A "magical" Shabbat experience for kids and their adults!
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Shabbat is AWESOME! Saturday, December 7, 1:00–6:00p HEA celebrates Shabbat is AWESOME!, our inaugural launch of a new after-kiddush program with our special guest, Michael Harlow!
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Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Dec 11th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. This month's topic is Pathways to God. $10 for lunch.
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Hanukkah Bazaar Sunday, December 15th 11:00a–2:00p Just in time for gifts for loved ones as we showcase different artisans from the local community! If you are interested in being a vendor at our Hanukkah Bazaar, please complete and submit this form. Scroll past the form to see the list of vendors.
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Purim Shpiel Auditions Sunday, Dec 15th 12:00p to 2:00p Sing a song (we know your inner Swiftie needs to be heard!), dance a jig (or not), read aloud your favorite Taylor lyrics, or SHAKE IT OFF! Really, you can audition with anything!
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Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, Dec 15th 6:30p to 8:00p A vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman who meet monthly for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
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Healing Arts Kits Order Healing Arts Kits for children in Israel, and on Sunday, December 15th, at the HEA Hanukkah Bazaar, the HEA Sisterhood will have a special Tzedakah Station set up for everyone to help put together the Healing Arts Kits. (you do not need to attend the boutique, but all are welcome).
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Shabbat, December 7
9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services 9:30 a.m., Shir Shacharit 10:30 a.m., Torah for Today class with Rabbi Doug Weber 11:00 a.m., Magic Minyan 1:00 p.m., Shabbat is AWESOME! 3:45 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services
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In the Community
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The Colorado Hebrew Chorale will be performing a Chanukah set accompanied by guest trumpeter Eviatar Shlosberg at this multicultural holiday event at Park Hill United Methodist Church on Wed., Dec. 11, 7:00 p.m. The program is presented by Minister Daryl Walker and the Legacy Ensemble. Tickets and information: 303-331-0466.
Kulanu: Synagogues in Action Against Antisemitism Tuesday, December 3, 5:00 p.m., Zoom Don't miss this next webinar, Difficult Conversations with Jews and Allies about Antisemitism and Israel. Join ADL and our partner organization, Project Shema, to learn about how your congregation can better understand and engage in challenging conversations around antisemitism and Israel in the current climate.
Listening Tour Tuesday, Dec 3rd 7:00p to 8:30p Small gatherings at the homes of members to get to know the HEA leadership, ask questions, and share your vision of HEA. This get-together will be on Zoom (details to follow). HEA Blood Drive Wednesday, Dec 4th 2:00p to 5:30p, GYC To schedule an appointment, visit www.donors.vitalant.organd use drive code B108. Mom's Night Out Thursday, Dec 5th 7:00p to 9:00p It's not easy to be a mom of young kids. It's time for something fun for yourself! Beading is the new craze, so join your friends at HEA to make bracelets of your choice, sip some wine, and relax.
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Shabbat is AWESOME! Saturday, December 7, 1:00–6:00p HEA celebrates Shabbat is AWESOME!, our inaugural launch of a new after-kiddush program with our special guest, Michael Harlow!
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Dec 11th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. This month's topic is Pathways to God. $10 for lunch.
Hanukkah Bazaar Sunday, December 15th 11:00a–2:00p Just in time for gifts for loved ones as we showcase different artisans from the local community! If you are interested in being a vendor at our Hanukkah Bazaar, please complete and submit this form. Scroll past the form to see the list of vendors.
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Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, Dec 15th 6:30p to 8:00p Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman cordially invite you to join a vibrant group of Jewish women for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
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Healing Arts Kits Order Healing Arts Kits for children in Israel, and on Sunday, December 15th, at the HEA Hanukkah Bazaar, the HEA Sisterhood will have a special Tzedakah Station set up for everyone to help put together the Healing Arts Kits. (you do not need to attend the boutique, but all are welcome).
Shabbat, November 30
9:30 AM Traditional Shabbat Services 3:45 PM Mincha/Maariv services
Movie Night: The Women's Balcony Thursday, November 21, 6:30 PM When the women’s balcony in an Orthodox synagogue collapses, leaving the rabbi’s wife in a coma and the rabbi in shock, the congregation falls into crisis. Charismatic young Rabbi David appears to be a savior after the accident, but slowly starts pushing his fundamentalist ways and tries to take control. This tests the women’s friendships and creates an almost Lysistrata-type rift between the community’s women and men.
The Four Major Religions Monday, Nov 25th 6:30p to 8:00p Become acquainted with the basic concepts of these four major world religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity and Islam. Added attention to where they are similar, and where they differ, from Judaism. This course is taught by Rabbi Mordecai Magencey, PhD. Listening Tour Tuesday, Dec 3rd 7:00p to 8:30p Small gatherings at the homes of members to get to know the HEA leadership, ask questions, and share your vision of HEA. This get-together will be on Zoom (details to follow). HEA Blood Drive Wednesday, Dec 4th 2:00p to 5:30p, GYC To schedule an appointment, visit www.donors.vitalant.organd use drive code B108. Mom's Night Out Thursday, Dec 5th 7:00p to 9:00p It's not easy to be a mom of young kids. It's time for something fun for yourself! Beading is the new craze, so join your friends at HEA to make bracelets of your choice, sip some wine, and relax.
Shabbat is AWESOME! Saturday, December 7, 1:00–6:00p HEA celebrates Shabbat is AWESOME!, our inaugural launch of a new after-kiddush program with our special guest, Michael Harlow!
Monthly Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Shulman Wednesday, Dec 11th 12:00p to 1:00p A curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. This month's topic is Pathways to God. $10 for lunch.
Hanukkah Bazaar Sunday, December 15, 11:00–2:00p Just in time for gifts for loved ones as we showcase different artisans from the local community! If you are interested in being a vendor at our Hanukkah Bazaar, please complete and submit this form. Scroll past the form to see the list of vendors.
Healing Arts Kits Order Healing Arts Kits for children in Israel, and on Sunday, December 15th, at the HEA Hanukkah Bazaar, the HEA Sisterhood will have a special Tzedakah Station set up for everyone to help put together the Healing Arts Kits. (you do not need to attend the boutique, but all are welcome).
Shabbat, November 23
9:30 AM Traditional Shabbat Services 10:00 AM Shir Hadash, GYC 4:00 PM Mincha/Maariv services
