OUR THEMES
Israeli Culture and History
Connecting to Israel’s past and present.
Torah Stories and Jewish Values
Learning how our stories teach us to lead fulfilling Jewish lives.
Hebrew Reading and Writing
Decoding and crafting Hebrew text.
Conversational Hebrew
Speaking Hebrew naturally.
Tefillot (Prayers)
Singing and leading important prayers.
Hagim (Jewish Holidays)
Celebrating our calendar with joy.
OUR KITOT (COHORTS)
K’TANIM (קטנים)
Little Ones
For babies and children up to the age of three. These children are not an official cohort with a curriculum, but we encourage families to bring their littlest ones to all events.
NIVTIM (נבטים)
Sprouts
For children in pre-kindergarten.
HOKRIM (חוקרים)
Explorers
For children in kindergarten, first, and second grade.
BONIM (בונים)
Builders
For children in third and fourth grade.
HOLMIM (חולמים)
Dreamers
For children in fifth, sixth, and seventh grades (pre-b’nai mitzvah).
WHEN WE GATHER
Shabbat Kehillah: On Shabbat, the heart of our Jewish week, Jews of all ages come together to sing, learn, connect, and create. Then we enjoy lunch together.
10:00 – 12:30 Falmouth, with some Saturdays at Portland’s Etz Chaim
Shabbat Dinners: One Friday a month, we have a Shabbat-Luck (potluck) at someone’s home or another space where everyone can gather.
5:00 – 7:30 Locations Vary
Holiday Events: When holidays fall during the week, we participate in/host an event surrounding this holiday (e.g. Chanukah party, dinner in the sukkah, etc.)
Times and Locations Vary
Sample Shabbat Kehillah
| Time | Babies – Pre-K | Kids | Adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 – 10:20 AM | Shabbat Shira | Shabbat Shira | Shabbat Shira |
| 10:20 – 10:45 AM | Hands-On Session | Hebrew | Coffee and Conversations |
| 10:50 – 11:25 AM | Kitot Learning | Kitot Learning | Ruach v’Shorashim: Guided by Our Curiosity |
| 11:25 – 12:00 PM | Hands-On Session | Hands-On Session | Ruach v’Shorashim: Guided by Our Curiosity Cont’d |
| 12:00 – 12:30 PM | Kehillah Lunch | Kehillah Lunch | Kehillah Lunch |
What is Zionism?
Zionism is the belief in the Jewish people’s right to self-determination in their ancestral homeland, the Land of Israel. It celebrates the deep historical, cultural, and spiritual bond between the Jewish people and the land of Israel. Zionism supports the existence of Israel as a Jewish and democratic state where Jewish life, language, and tradition can flourish.
In our program, we nurture a joyful and lasting love of Israel—rooted in pride, connection, and a sense of shared responsibility for Israel’s future.