Every year, during the holiday of Shavuot, which this year begins on Sunday evening, June 1, and ends on Tuesday, June 3, we renew our connection to Torah by witnessing revelation from the footing of our own lives. The word "Shavuot" means "weeks," and the holiday concludes the journey of the Omer count, which we began at the second night of Pesach. In addition to its meaning "weeks," Shavuot also signifies "oaths."
On the first night of Shavuot, Jews study Torah together through a program known as Tikkun Leil Shavuot. This year for Erev Shavuot Tikkun Leil, we are partnering with Temple Emanuel and Temple Sinai to celebrate and study together at Temple Sinai on Sunday, June 1, starting at 7:00 p.m.Registration is required. We hope to see you there!
Yom Tov services for Shavuot will continue on Monday and Tuesday at HEA at 9:30 a.m. On Tuesday, June 3, Yizkor service will begin at approximately 11:15 a.m.
Shabbat Shalom!
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Coming Up!
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.
Torah for Today Class Shabbat, Jun 7th 10:30a to 11:15a With Rabbi Mordecai Magencey, Ph.D
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 Dance party with DJ Chaia (Brooklyn, Yiddish Techno). Opening set by YUGS (Los Angeles/Denver, Indie Alternative).
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.
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.
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.
