Our Adult Social group, Moadon, organizes adult-only dinners and events.

The Contemporary Jewish Discussion Forum is a vibrant forum for discussing issues of the day, ethical and historical issues and other topics chosen by the participants.
 

The People of the Books, the Etz Chayim book group, meets once a month on Sunday mornings to discuss books with Jewish characters, themes, or authors. Meetings include delicious book-themed snacks

 

Handworkers meet on the last Tuesday evening of each month to chat, nosh, and share skills while working on individual or small-group handwork.

 

Israeli folk singing encourages people to learn and sing lively Israeli folk songs accompanied by the piano.

 

Neshama Women's Group was launched after the successful Etz Chayim Women's retreat in August, 2011 in order to build connections and community among the women of our congregation.  We try to meet monthly for a variety of religious, spiritual, and social events.

 

LinkedIn Group for Professional Networking works to build community, stay in contact, and develop and foster professional networking relationships.

 

Mah Jongg. We have revived this classic game of ornate tiles, cards, and skill. Groups meet throughout the week, so you can join one that fits your schedule.

 

The Etz Chayim Men’s Group invites our male members to join us to develop friendships, service our community, explore our surroundings, and talk about our important issues.

 

Parents of Children Who Learn Differently is a support group that meets during Sunday school, generally the last Sunday of the month

 

Our Preteen Group is Kadima, designed for kids in grades 6-8. The kids work with an advisor to create social programs, tikkun olam projects, and holiday events. The focus is on building a community of Jewish friends.

 

Help create Shabbat Dinners held from time to time on Friday nights at Etz Chayim before the evening service. Enjoy the camaraderie of the teams that create an occasional communal dinner by setting up, cooking or working with caterers, etc.   If you sign up to help with one, you do not have to help with all of them!

 

The What Now? group is a new special interest group for middle aged and older women in transition. Transition can mean just getting older, having children leave the nest, changing or losing jobs or just wanting to expand friendships and activities. Explore the possibilities in a supportive environment. 

 

The Women’s Group provides the opportunity for our women congregants to gather together in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere to pursue common interests through fun and meaningful activities.

 

The Youth Group provides our high school age community members the opportunity to get together for social activities and in support of other activities, such as Shabbat dinners! Come join us, and suggest activities you’d like to participate in.