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Friday Night Erev Shabbat Services
Fridays at 7:00pm
Celebrate Shabbat and relax after a long week as we welcome Shabbat at Friday night services in our beautiful sanctuary with music and prayer.
Stick around after the service to visit with community members and friends at the oneg.
ALL are welcome, including families with young children and people who want to learn more about Jewish practice.
CLICK HERE to attend the service online.
CLICK HERE for a pdf of our siddur (prayerbook).
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Timely Topics in
Jewish Life
Friday, June 27th at 11:00 am
A presentation and discussion on all things Jewish with Rabbi Dan on the 4th Friday of each month.
Where? Covenant Living of Keene, 95 Wyman Road, Keene, NH 03431
When? 11 AM-Noon, June 27th
Who? An interfaith group of residents at Covenant Living, including a number of CAA members.
All members of CAA are welcome to attend.
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Shabbat Morning Torah Study with Rabbi Dan
Saturday, June 28th at 9:30 AM
We invite you to our (almost) weekly Shabbat Morning Torah Study, led by Rabbi Dan, and sometimes guests. We read a third of each week’s Torah reading in English and mine it for meaning for our lives today.
Newcomers and people of all abilities are always welcome!
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CAA’s Annual Congregational Picnic
Sunday, July 20th at 1:00pm
You’re invited to CAA’s Annual Congregational Picnic, hosted by Elaine and Paul Bieber on Sunday, July 20th
from 1:00 to 5:00pm – rain or shine!
We’ll have the BBQ grill and stove ready to heat dishes as needed. CAA will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, and cold drinks for kids and adults!
What to bring:
- Something yummy to share at our afternoon potluck.
- Perspective members who want more info about CAA. We will be happy to meet them and talk about our great community.
- Chairs or blankets to sit on as well as sunscreen and bug spray.
- A swimsuit for our outdoor hot tub!
Don’t forget:
- We have a 12 ft x 12 ft air-filled bounce house which will hold all the kids for hours.
- We’ll have games for the teens and adults too.
- Expect nothing less than great fun and games, delicious food and friendly people!
For more information, and to RSVP, please contact Paul and Elaine Bieber at:
603-242-3521 or elainebieber1965@gmail.com.
We look forward to seeing you there!!!
Volunteers needed! Come early to help set up at 11:30am!
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The CAA Book Club – Start Reading NOW!
Sunday, June 29th at 10:30am
The CAA Book Club will next meet on Sunday, June 29th. We’ll be discussing Nine Folds Make a Swan by Ruth Gilligan. In its 2016 review of this book, The Guardian stated: “[W]riting an Irish novel with Jewish characters takes chutzpah, since so many critics and readers will immediately remember that most famous of Irish literary heroes, Leopold Bloom. There aren’t many young writers willing to risk comparison with James Joyce, but with Nine Folds Make a Paper Swan, Ruth Gilligan documents the Irish-Jewish community in a complex historical novel . . . . Unlike Ulysses, which pieces together elements of Irish-Jewish history during Bloom’s day-long travels, Nine Folds enters into communities of Irish Jews with a deliberation that sees the narrative extend itself across a century, gradually and elegantly weaving together three strands.”
We gather at CAA at about 10:15 a.m. for bagels and coffee and start the discussion at 10:30. Hope you’ll be able to join us!
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All Faith Night with the Swamp Bats
Tuesday, July 1st at 6:00pm
Let’s play ball!
Join in with many local faith communities to enjoy summer fun at the ball game taking place at Keene High School Alumni Field, 77 Arch St, Keene.
In addition to the action on the field, there will be booths for kids and adults and singing by the Interfaith Pop-up Choir. Tickets for purchase are available at the entrance (adults $7, children 10 and under free, students/seniors $5).
To join the Interfaith Pop-up Choir, please RSVP to Rev. Becky Poor rpoor@covliving.org. There will be a rehearsal on June 30, 5pm at Congregation Ahavas Achim, 84 Hastings Avenue, Keene. Same day singers are welcome too, but please reach out to Rev. Becky.
Contact monadnockinterfaith@gmail.com for more information.
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Coffee Hour
with Rabbi Dan at Brewbakers Café in Keene
Wednesday, July 9th at 2:00pm
and
Tuesday, July 22nd at 11:00am
Grab a cup of Joe or a Chai Latte and pull up a seat. Rabbi Dan looks forward to chatting about… whatever!
Coffee Hour with Rabbi Dan takes place monthly on the 2nd Wednesday and 4th Tuesday of the month or by appointment at a more convenient time.
To set up a meeting with Rabbi Dan, visit www.calendly.com/rabbida
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MIP Presents: An Evening with Dave Nachmanoff at Stonewall Farm
Saturday, July 19th at 6:30pm
 Join MIP for an evening of song and inspiration. Dave Nachmanoff is an acclaimed musician, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Dave (www.davenach.com) is known for his masterful guitar work, rich storytelling, and dynamic performances. A longtime collaborator of folk-rock legend Al Stewart, Dave has wowed audiences worldwide with his virtuosity and deep musical sensibilities. Beyond the stage, he’s a gifted songwriter and producer, blending folk, rock, and Americana with insightful lyrics—all backed by a Ph.D. in Philosophy from UC Davis.$25 Adult, $5 Child (1-18)
Seating is limited.
All proceeds will support our work of community organizing around our newest focus area: mental health. Your contributions are critical to support this important work. CLICK HERE to read more about MIP and learn how to get involved.
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Shabbat Morning Service
Saturday, July 12th at 9:30 AM
On Saturday, July 12, we invite you to our monthly Shabbat Morning Service, onsite and online. Help us make a minyan as we celebrate Shabbat with Torah and tradition. Having a minyan makes it possible for people in mourning or observing a yahrzeit to say Kaddish.
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Schmooze and Brews with Jews
at Modestman Brewing
Thursday, July 10th at 6:00pm
Join us for this after-hours get together at Modestman Brewing on Main Street in Keene. Casually hang out to shmooze with Jews over brews!
Non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Bring your own snacks. (Modestman has closed its kitchen and no longer serves any food.)
No registration required. Just show up :)
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Serve dinner at
The Community Kitchen!
Our next date to serve dinner at TCK is Thursday, July 17th.
A message from Gary Shapiro…
CAA’s crew of excellent volunteers serve up tasty meals at The Community Kitchen. We also clean up the Kitchen and dining areas.
The Kitchen staff continues to value our involvement there. Our next CommKitch date is Thursday, July 17th. Please contact Malcolm Katz or myself if you’re interested in being part of the crew.
Gary Shapiro
gm_shapiro@yahoo.com
603-352-0440
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Talmud Study For Beginners with Daniel Gil
Thursday, July 17th at 5:30pm
Join CAA member Daniel Gil for this introduction to Talmud study. We will be studying Tractate Brakhot, the first and most accessible volume of the Talmud. We will be using the English and Hebrew Koren Noe Edition of Talmud Bavli with commentary by Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz z”l. No prior knowledge of Talmud, Hebrew, or Aramaic is required.
The publisher asks that students purchase a printable PDF of the text for $9.95 HERE. Also available are a large hardback volume and a paperback volume published as four booklets. A large full-color volume is available HERE.
New participants are invited and welcome- just show up!
PLEASE NOTE: Talmud Study will be taking a break on June 26th, July 3rd and July10th, resuming on July 17th
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In Memory of…
For the week of
June 28 – July 4, 2025
2 – 8 Tammuz 5785
Yahrzeits
Dorothy Estrin, sister-in-law of Rose Weinrieb, aunt of Pam Weinrieb, Eric Weinrieb and Shelley Amster on June 29th, 3 Tammuz
Shirley (Schnitzer) Kaplan, grandmother of Paul Bettinger on July 1st, 5 Tammuz
Muriel Sylvern, mother of Craig Sylvern on July 1st, 5 Tammuz
Barbara Cooper Borden, mother of Kathi Borden on July 3rd, 7 Tammuz
Richard Cohen, brother of Jeff Cohen on July 3rd, 7 Tammuz
Celia Lipsky, grandmother of Aaron Lipsky on July 4th, 8 Tammuz
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Shloshim
Gary Shapiro is in his first thirty days mourning the loss of his brother, Steven Shapiro
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In First Year of Mourning
Jon Ostriker is mourning the loss of his brother, Jeremiah Ostriker
Wendy Fulton is mourning the loss of her mother, Marcia Berk
Vivian Prunier is mourning the loss of her mother, Melita Garbuny
Steven Levy is mourning the loss of his wife, Susan Levy
Deborah Kaufman is mourning the loss of her father, Donal Blaise Lloyd
Lainee Ginsberg is mourning the loss of her mother, Laura Broad
Mike Davern is mourning the loss of his father, Philip Davern
Andrea Levin is mourning the loss of her father, Wayne Eshelman
Rebecca Sayles is mourning the loss of her mother, Gail Ehrlich
Rebecca Sayles is mourning the loss of her father, Stanley L. Abrams.
Arelis Quinones is mourning the loss of her mother, Josephina Sanchez
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Send us the name of a person in need of comfort and healing so we can pray for them whenever we recite the Misheberach prayer for healing during our worship services.
CLICK HERE to submit a name for the Misheberach list.
If you add a name to the list, please attend services as you are able and pray along with the community for those in need of healing.
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Yellow Ribbons
Available at CAA
The yellow ribbon symbolizes support and solidarity for the safe return of the hostages taken by Hamas terrorists in Israel. It symbolizes solidarity with the hostages, their families, and all who care about their safety.
Wearing a ribbon publicly unites you with people of all religions, races, nationalities, ethnicities, ages, and generations and demonstrates for the people of Israel that they are not alone and that good people across the globe are with them and their families during this dark time.
Send a powerful message of solidarity by wearing your ribbon.
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Join MIP for an evening of song and inspiration. Dave Nachmanoff is an acclaimed musician, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Dave (www.davenach.com) is known for his masterful guitar work, rich storytelling, and dynamic performances. A longtime collaborator of folk-rock legend Al Stewart, Dave has wowed audiences worldwide with his virtuosity and deep musical sensibilities. Beyond the stage, he’s a gifted songwriter and producer, blending folk, rock, and Americana with insightful lyrics—all backed by a Ph.D. in Philosophy from UC Davis.
