Social  |  Spirtual  |  Children and Family  |  Temple Community Support  |  Enrichment  |  Community Outreach

Temple Aliyah Sisterhood offers something for everyone. No matter what stage of life you are in or what level of involvement you are ready for, Sisterhood welcomes you to learn more about being part of our active community.

We are proud of the number of events and interest groups we sponsor for our members and their families, as well as the fund raising projects and the hands-on support we offer as a vital arm of the temple.e are always open to new ways to reach out to our members -- from our novel healthy lifestyles community education events and our popular holiday school program for pre-schoolers, to operating a growing Judaica shop.

Whether you're looking for camaraderie, spiritual connection, social action or the opportunity to get involved in your temple, Sisterhood is here for you.

Paid Up Supper is a casual, fun, entertaining evening, honoring new members and kicking off the year.

Progressive Dinner is a very popular event in which couples meet and mingle over a multi-course meal served in several different member's homes.

Mah Jongg Tournament offers competitive play and prizes for all levels. This spring event is a fun evening that even attracts players outside the Sisterhood community.

Donor Dinner is our major fundraiser and the last large event of the year. It is a semi-formal affair, which includes boutiques, cocktails, dinner and entertainment.

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Spiritual
Rosh Hodesh Group welcomes women at all stages of life, from all levels of Jewish observance to share in studying the significance of the upcoming Jewish month.

Sisterhood Shabbat is our annual Shabbat morning service lead entirely by Sisterhood members. Supportive instruction enables women to take a hands-on role in all aspects of the service, even if they have never done so before. This moving event includes a relevant speaker and inspires women to feel confident and comfortable participating in Temple Aliyah's year-round egalitarian services.

Torah Fund Brunch is Sisterhood's fundraiser for the Jewish Theological Seminary, held at a member's home. The Light of Torah award recipient is also honored.

Children and Family
Sukkah Decorating is the first family event of the new year. After making decorations, the children get to display their proud work in the Sukkah and enjoy a special treat.

Children's Hanukah Party is a festive event featuring crafts and music. It is geared toward young children and their families.

Children's Fun Day is an afternoon of fun, music and games especially for elementary and early middle-school children.

Purim Carnival at Aliyah is a busy and fun-filled afternoon of games, treats and prizes. Save room for the Hamentashen!

College Student Liaison assembles and sends Hanukah and Passover packages to college students of temple members.

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Temple Community Support
High Holiday Childcare is organized by Sisterhood to provide crafts, storytime and snacks to our substantial pre-school population during high holiday services.

Shabbat Babysitting is provided during Saturday morning services for ages 2-5.

Shabbat Kiddush Sponsors and Flowers are organized by Sisterhood to enhance the Shabbat morning service.

Judaica Shop has a full range of beautiful holiday and gift items and is run and staffed by Sisterhood volunteers.

Holiday School is our popular monthly pre-school education program staffed by Sisterhood volunteers. Each month, one holiday is presented via crafts, stories, music and more. During the program, parents have the opportunity to attend a related study session led by the Rabbi.

Shabbat Yeladim is a fun, weekly Shabbat service designed especially for pre-school children and their parents.

Passover Wine Sale is a Sisterhood fundraiser that enables Temple Members to purchase a wide variety of Passover wines and grape juice for their seders.

Roche Brother's. Scrip is a fundraising program through a local supermarket chain. Support sisterhood as you shop!

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Enrichment
Healthy Lifestyles Programs present relevant health topics in a small, lively, interactive group setting throughout the year.

Mah Jongg Lessons are provided by knowledgeable Sisterhood members in a series of six entertaining sessions.

Investment Group offers sisterhood members a chance to learn and hone their investment knowledge and skills.

Book Club meets 3 to 4 times per year to discuss books with Jewish- and/or women-related themes.

Community Outreach
Needham Interfaith Council fosters relationships amongst the temples and churches in Needham. Sisterhood is proud to send a representative from Temple Aliyah.

Social Action is an important value of Sisterhood. Several ongoing projects include the support of Second Step, a transitional home for women and children, and leading Shabbat services at a local nursing home.

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