Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday
Experience creativity and entertainment, through visual and performing arts, with events and activities for all ages to enjoy! Come and meet:
Barry Magen (business partner and agent) will be representing Rosenstein Arts. Barry will share Mordechai Rosenstein’s art (on display and for sale in the Cohen Social Hall) and facilitate several hands-on events.
In addition, we’re excited to have Aaron Friedman and Andrew Davies who are The Bible Players, here throughout the weekend, beginning with Kabbalat Shabbat. This Torah comedy team is sweeping the nation, while receiving rave reviews, for their talent in infusing Jewish values through their unique shows.
Our schedule of events:
Thursday, September 19th, 7:00 p.m.
Pinot and Painting
Adults only and no experience or talent is needed for this fun evening. There is a $10 fee for supplies. Although the reservation deadline has passed, feel free to call Beth or the office to inquire about space availability.
Friday, September 20th
Torah School Family Shabbat, 5:30 p.m. *
Our service will be led by Rabbi Josh and Cantor Hanan, with a teaser from The Bible Players
*Family Shabbat Dinner, 6:15 p.m.
A Taco Bar is what’s on the menu! Paid reservations required by September 17th.
The cost is $30 per household or adults $10 and children $5.
Bible Players Shabbat Show, 7:00 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to join us!
You never thought learning could be so fun…or funny! The comedy duo will use theater and improv to infuse comedy and laughs into tales from the Torah and beyond. If you joined us for their stop at TIS last year, you know how well-received they were. If you missed them, don’t make that mistake again!
Traditional Kabbalat Shabbat Service, 6:15 p.m.
Saturday, September 21st
Shabbat Services, 9:30 a.m.
Our Main Service will begin at 9:30 a.m. Barry and The Bible Players will deliver a special D’var Torah
A Family / Youth Service will begin at 10:30 a.m. featuring The Bible Players. *
Selichot: An evening for adults
Saturday, September 21st, 8:00 p.m.
Barry will share The History of Creating Jewish Art. Through a multi-media tour, we’ll explore art that Mordechai has created for organizations, celebrities, and more.
The Bible Players After Dark: A Comedy Show That’s Rated Resh
The comedy duo will take to the stage with a show, designed for a mature audience. After all, we could all use a good laugh! (FYI…Resh is a Hebrew letter that has the sound of “R”) In addition to our entertainment, we’ll all share Havdalah and some nosh. The evening will conclude with our Selichot service.
There is no charge for the evening but do RSVP by September 16th.
Sunday, September 22nd, 9:00 a.m. – noon
Abraham Ratner Torah School Events *
The day will be bustling with activities and parents are invited to join the fun! In addition to time with Cantor Hanan, participants will learn about The Secret of the Hebrew Alphabet and create a piece to take home, and also enjoy multiple opportunities to enjoy The Bible Players.
*These events are not open to the public.
Abraham and Anne Ratner Scholar-in-Residence Weekend
More than thirty years ago, Abraham and Anne Ratner, of blessed memory, established our Abraham and Anne Ratner Scholar-in-Residence Weekend.
About the Ratners
The Ratners’ devotion to Jewish education is evidenced not only by their endowment of this weekend, but by their support of many worthy Jewish and communal organizations and charities in San Diego and throughout the world.
May their memories continue to serve as blessings.