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Coralville, Iowa

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We want to be proactive in protecting our community and doing our part to minimize the spread of Covid. Covid vaccinations and boosters are recommended if advised by your doctor. Masks are optional for Shabbat services, and are available in our lobby.

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Chanukah: 2 Candles - 8 December 2023

Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights, the eight-day festival is observed by lighting the candles of a hanukkiah (menorah)

Torah: Numbers 7:1-17

Chanukah: 3 Candles - 9 December 2023

Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights, the eight-day festival is observed by lighting the candles of a hanukkiah (menorah)

Haftarah: Zechariah 2:14-4:7

Parashat Vayeshev - 9 December 2023

Torah: Genesis 37:1-40:23; Numbers 7:18-23

Haftarah: Zechariah 2:14-4:7 | Chanukah Day 2 (on Shabbat)

Chanukah: 4 Candles - 10 December 2023

Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights, the eight-day festival is observed by lighting the candles of a hanukkiah (menorah)

Torah: Numbers 7:24-35

Chanukah: 5 Candles - 11 December 2023

Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights, the eight-day festival is observed by lighting the candles of a hanukkiah (menorah)

Torah: Numbers 7:30-41

Chanukah: 6 Candles - 12 December 2023

Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights, the eight-day festival is observed by lighting the candles of a hanukkiah (menorah)

Torah: Numbers 7:36-47

Chanukah: 7 Candles - 13 December 2023

Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights, the eight-day festival is observed by lighting the candles of a hanukkiah (menorah)

Torah: Numbers 28:1-15, 7:42-47

Rosh Chodesh Tevet - 13 December 2023

Start of month of Tevet on the Hebrew calendar. Tevet (טֵבֵת) is the 10th month of the Hebrew year, has 29 days, and corresponds to December or January on the Gregorian calendar. רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ, transliterated Rosh Chodesh or Rosh Hodesh, is a minor holiday that occurs at the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar. It is marked by the birth of a new moon

Torah: Numbers 28:1-15, 7:42-47

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Statement of the President on COVID-19

Webmaster 13/03/2020 News Coronavirus, COVID-19, Pandemic, Social Distancing, Suspend Service

The Board has made the very difficult decision to temporarily close the synagogue to physical presence. Agudas Achim wants to be proactive in protecting our community and doing our part to minimize the spread of this disease.

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Statement from the Rabbi on COVID-19

Rabbi Esther Hugenholtz 13/03/2020 News Coronavirus, COVID-19, Pandemic, Social Distancing, Suspend Service

As you have read in President Sue Weinberg’s congregational letter, we are switching our congregational life from in-person services and activities to online activities in accordance with an evidence-based policy of social distancing.

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How You Can Support Israel During These Challenging Times

How You Can Support Israel During These Challenging Times jemerman December 7, 2023

Israel Peace and Security

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We stand with the people of Israel during these difficult and challenging days and pray for the safety and immediate release of all of the hostages. See our resources and actions you can take.

Your Hanukkah Gift-Giving Guide is Here!

Your Hanukkah Gift-Giving Guide is Here! jemerman November 30, 2023

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Hanukkah is one of my favorite holidays, partially because it gives me the opportunity to give gifts to my loved ones every night for eight nights! Gift giving with intentionality is one of my favorite ways to express affection while teaching my child about Jewish values and traditions.