Which congregation should you call home? With so many choices, finding the right one can feel daunting.
Luckily, South Florida temples are hosting open house events so you can tour the facilities and get a better feel for what each offers. See your options below and save the dates!
Palm Beach County
Temple Torat Emet in Boynton Beach is hosting its open house on Sunday, Aug. 9. (Temple Torat Emet/Courtesy)
Temple Torat Emet
During this special event, guests will have the opportunity to meet with clergy, board officers and religious-school staff. New members who attend get half-price dues for the first year of membership.
WHEN: 10 a.m.-noon Sunday, Aug. 9
WHERE: 8600 Jog Road, Boynton Beach
INFORMATION: templetoratemet.org
Temple Sinai of Palm Beach County
Explore the newly renovated Temple Sinai in Delray Beach and get to know its congregants, who will be on-hand to answer questions. Afterward, join Rabbi Steven Moss and cantorial soloist Shir Rozzen for a Shabbat service inside the sanctuary.
WHEN: 5:30 p.m.- 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14
WHERE: 2475 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach
INFORMATION: 561-276-6161; templesinaipbc.org
Reading from the Torah is Jerry Deener, 82, a member of the Eight-Three Club at B’nai Torah Congregation in Boca Raton. (B’nai Torah Congregation/Courtesy)
B’nai Torah Congregation
B’nai Torah in Boca Raton is giving the community two opportunities to discover what it has to offer. Learn about membership options; meet the new senior rabbi, Bryan Wexler; tour the campus; and get to know the religious school and early childhood teams.
WHEN: 5- 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, and 10 a.m.-noon Sunday, Aug. 23
WHERE: 6261 SW 18th St., Boca Raton
INFORMATION: 561-392-8566; btcboca.org (or contact Elysa Stark at membership@bnai-torah.org)
Temple Beth El
During this open house, guests will have the chance to meet clergy and staff, tour the campus, get an exclusive tour of their Judaic art installations and more.
WHEN: 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m.- 6:30p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20
WHERE: Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW Fourth Ave., Boca Raton
INFORMATION: tbeboca.org
Congregation B’nai Israel
B’nai Israel’s Welcome Back to Shul BBQ & Open House allows locals the chance to enjoy a fun afternoon with food, bounce houses, face painting and more while also meeting with clergy and learning more about programs and volunteer opportunities. Bring donated school supplies. Registration is required.
WHEN: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30
WHERE: Congregation B’nai Israel, 2200 Yamato Road, Boca Raton
INFORMATION: cbiboca.org
Broward County
Broward Central Synagogue
The event begins with a meet-and-greet session with religious-school teachers, followed by prayer and fun and games. Bring new backpacks or school supplies to donate to the community mitzvah project supporting Rak Pak Clothing Closet, a Goodman Jewish Family Services of Broward County program that provides clothing, hygiene products and other supplies.
WHEN: 9 a.m.-noon Sunday, Aug. 9
WHERE: Beth Orr Campus, 2151 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs
INFORMATION: bcsfl.org/events/tbo-open-house
Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek
Explore the temple, meet with staff and do a mitzvah during Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek’s Open House and Mitzvah Day event. New and current members can sign up for religious school and preschool, learn about upcoming social events, join sisterhood, men’s club or youth group, and get High Holy Day seats. Mitzvah projects include creating craft kits for JAFCO’s Children’s Ability Center, assembling sandwiches for Craig’s Pantry in Plantation and other activities.
WHEN: 9:30 a.m.-noon Sunday, Aug. 16
WHERE: 5700 NW 94th Ave., Tamarac
INFORMATION: tbtst.org
Congregation Kol Tikvah
New and current members are invited to Congregation Kol Tikvah for their open house experience with activities for all ages. Free food will be provided. Registration is required.
WHEN: 10 a.m.-noon Sunday, Aug. 16
WHERE: 6750 N. University Drive, Parkland
INFORMATION: koltikvah.net