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
