Temple Beth Israel

Temple Beth Israel is a Conservative synagogue located in a quiet, wooded setting on Temple Drive in the heart of Port Washington. Founded in 1933 it has as its hallmark a commitment to nurturing a warm, family-like atmosphere for its members. The Temple offers a full range of religious services, education and social events for adults and children.

We welcome you to join our TBI family. From generation to generation we are here to share and celebrate all of your life events and offer our comfort and support in your time of need. Our Synagogue will honor your uniqueness and provide a home for your personal growth.

Programs & Events Highlights

Passion, Love & Loyalty in the Bible. May 3-4, 2013. Join us for our Scholar in Residence Weekend when we welcome Dr. Amy Kalmanofsky, asst professor of Bible, JTS. Are you going to miss this stimulating and interesting weekend? RSVP TODAY! Friday night, May 3: Let us Delight and Rejoice in You! Shabbat morning, May 4: Interpersonal Relationships & Their Metaphysical Implications Lunch & Learn, May 4: Ruth Clung to Her

ARE YOU BURIED IN PAPER? Most of us are at this time of year – and throughout the year! Bag all your unwanted paper that need to be shredded and bring it to TBI on: SUNDAY, MAY 5, 10AM-NOON; Lower parking lot. All documents will be shredded in the professional mobile shredding truck, while you watch! $10 donation to TBI for up to 3 boxes or bags.

The Port Washington Rosh Chodesh Group presents its next meeting on May 9, 9:30- 11:00 AM. Film: Sister Rose’s Passion. Guest Speaker: Sister Gerri O’Neill. Sister Rose’s Passion tells the inspirational story of an activist who made the battle of anti-Semitism her life’s work. Sr. Gerri has been active in the Catholic Church for 60 years and brings her personal experiences to our meeting. Held at: The Amsterdam at Harborside.

On Shavuot, we commemorate the giving of the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. Shavuot Service Schedule:
Tuesday, May 14, Erev Shavuot Services: 7:30 PM, Study Session with Rabbi Mishkin, 8:00 PM
Wednesday, May 15, Services: 9:30 AM, Services & Confirmation: 6:45 PM, Be there to support Hayden Quigley and Sam Reisman, who have completed their years of Hebrew High School. Dairy Oneg will follow.
Thursday, May 16, Services & Yizkor: 9:30 AM

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Briefcase Project, a large-scale collaborative initiative of AmeriCorps and UJA Federation of New York, is holding a day of Women’s Empowerment on June 4, 2013. The event is being held at the Economic Opportunity Commission at 134 Jackson Street, Hempstead, NY, 11554 from 9:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The event will be focusing on job readiness, including seminars on: Interview Preparation skills (IPREP); Proper Business Attire; Social Media Networking; and Resume & Cover letter preparation. We need volunteers to help make this initiative a success! This a wonderful opportunity to do an important mitzvah. For more information please contact the Temple office.

TBI’s Annual Gala is fast approaching! Mark the date on your calendar and make sure you attend this most special event honoring Susan Isaacs & Elkan Abramowitz and Allison & Jonathan White. JUNE 9, 2013, 5 PM. Please RSVP as soon as possible and remember to send in your journal ad. Do it today before your paperwork gets buried on your desk!!!


Please note: Lisa Naiburg will be out of the office from April 30-May 14. Please contact Nancy Cohen at tbinancy@aol.com for any help or information. Emails will be checked regularly on both Nancy’s email and on tbiport@aol.com . Anything urgent for Lisa will be addressed as quickly as possible.