Congregation Har HaShem

Contact Information:

Congregation Har HaShem
3950 Baseline Road
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 499-7077

www.harhashem.org

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Ellen Kowitt
Director of Communications and Membership Engagement
e.kowitt@harhashem.org
(303) 499-7077 ext. 19

Katherine Schwartz
Director of Lifelong Learning, RJE
k.schwartz@harhashem.org
(303) 499‐7077 ext. 12

Marcia Seigal
Shabbat Mishpacha
shabbatmish@congregationharhashem.org
(303) 499-7077 ext. 14

Congregation Har HaShem is Boulder's Reform synagogue. With over 500 member households from throughout Boulder, Broomfield, Jefferson, Adams, and Weld Counties, Har HaShem is a vibrant, active, and diverse community.

Recognized and admired for its warmth and compassion, Har HaShem opens its doors to welcome members who come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Through meaningful worship led by beloved clergy, and through engaging programs, Har HaShem creates a valuable connection for building Jewish relationships in the area.

Our members come from every level of prior Jewish observance, including none at all. We respect and value every kind of parenting that creates a nurturing home for a child. In support of families, we have built the area’s largest program of informal and formal education for young people of all ages. When you bring your child to a Har HaShem program, both of you will enjoy an enriching experience.

Tot Shabbat for Families with Newborns through Preschool
Mini Menshes on Sunday Mornings for Preschoolers Ages 2.5-5 and Their Families
Shabbat Mishpacha for Families with Kids Ages 2-7
Family School
Religious and Hebrew School
B'nai Mitzvah Instruction and Ceremony
Summer and Winter Break Camps
Youth Groups
Youth Choir
Monthly Second Shabbat with Clergy and our House Band, Or Zimrah
Chavurot
Independent Celebrations
And more!

Classes

Take a free class. A MazelTot discount covers 100% of class tuition for a child under age five with or without their parent(s), up to a maximum of $100.

Mini Menshes for Pre-K Families Sundays in Boulder: FULL

Mini Menshes for Pre-K Families on Sundays in Boulder
Spring Semester: FULL
Fall 2012 Semester: WAIT LIST - Email school@harhashem.org to be added to Wait List.

Begin your child's Jewish journey in a meaningful, joyful way. Explore the order and beauty of Jewish time and holidays while meeting other families with young children.

Mini Menshes is a once-a-month Sunday morning program held at Congregation Har HaShem from 8:45-11 AM for at least one parent to attend with their child (or children) ages 2 ½-5.

Each session will include a light breakfast, mingling, attending the schoolwide music service together, and a hands-on activity. Popular and experienced early childhood educators Leah Boonin and Caroline Saliman will open young minds and hearts to Judaism and Jewish community through a program filled with music, stories, movement, cooking, and games.

$60 per semester for Har HaShem member families. $30 with the MazelTot discount!
$70 per semester for non-member families. $35 with the MazelTot discount!

If not registering for the MazelTot discount, register through Har HaShem.

For information, contact school@harhashem.org or (303) 499-7077 ext. 14. Families are welcome to bring siblings, however there will not be additional programming offered for other ages or babysitting.

Independent Celebrations

Have a Jewish educator, rabbi or ritual leader create a unique Jewish experience for your family. A MazelTot discount covers 100% of the cost, up to a maximum of $250.

Art Projects, Music, and Storytelling for Your Gathering

Multi-talented and popular educators Caroline Saliman and Leah Boonin will tailor their engaging sessions to your group's interests inspired by a Jewish holiday or tradition. Collaborate with us to design a program for your playgroup, havurah, or gathering of family and friends that includes art projects, storytelling, and/or singing with guitar.

For information, contact school@harhashem.org or call (303) 499-7077.

Brit Milah, Baby Naming, or Home Dedication

Ceremonies with Congregation Har HaShem clergy for brit milah, baby naming, or home dedication can be customized for your family. Please contact us at (303) 499-7077 to discuss your occasion.

Events

Get free tickets for your family to attend an event. A MazelTot discount covers 100% of ticket costs for your immediate family, up to a maximum of $100.

Tot Shabbat on First Fridays

Fri, 03/02/2012 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tot Shabbat on First Fridays
North Building Sanctuary

Friday, March 2nd
No Tot Shabbat in April Due to Passover
Friday, May 4th

Congregation Har HaShem offers a warm and spirited Friday evening Shabbat celebration for young families once a month. Join us for this family-friendly Shabbat service with singing, engaging prayers and child-friendly teachings, led by clergy.

This service is not just for tots! Tot Shabbat is for children ages seven years and younger and their parents and grandparents. Older siblings are also invited and encouraged to attend!

Free and open to everyone. No RSVP necessary. Bring your friends!

Free

Purim Carnival with Family "Shpiel" Play Performance

Sun, 03/04/2012 - 9:00am - 12:00pm

Purim Carnival with Family "Shpiel" Play Performance

Har HaShem staff put on a Purim play to kickoff the Religious School Purim Carnival in the South Building. Tickets for games and food are available onsite. Face painting, washable tattoos, palm reading, hamentaschen, and prizes for eveyone! Costumes are encouraged!

Second Shabbat Musical Service and Dinner

Fri, 03/09/2012 - 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kids are Always Welcome at Har HaShem's Second Shabbat Musical Service Followed by Dinner
Childcare is available too.

Services at 6 PM in the Sanctuary
Dinner at 7:30 PM in the Social Hall

Friday, March 9th - RSVP for the dinner by noon the Monday prior, Mar. 5th.

Join us as we celebrate "Second Shabbat" with a lively evening of inspirational song and prayer. Services will be led by Rabbi Rose, Cantorial Soloist Holli Berman, and Or Zimrah, the Har HaShem band.

Stay after services to mingle with other families and enjoy a delicious dinner and a fun sing-along.

RSVP is required for dinner. Call (303) 499-7077 ext. 13 or email to RSVP@harhashem.org by noon Monday, January 9th. Adults are $12, children ages 4-12 are $8. Specify all household names, ages of children, contact information, and whether you require childcare.

You are invited to attend! Spread the word, and please invite your relatives, friends, and acquaintances who might also be interested!

Shabbat Mishpacha at Har HaShem

Sat, 03/17/2012 - 10:30am - 12:00pm

Join us for a fun introduction to Shabbat for children ages 2-7 and their families!

Saturday, March 17th at Har HaShem
Saturday, April 28th at Har HaShem
Saturday, May 19th at Chautauqua Park - RSVP required due to weather to shabbatmish@congregationharhashem.org

Shabbat Mishpacha is an innovative Saturday morning program led by Marcia Seigal and followed by age appropriate activities for children. Sing along to guitar, play instruments, create art, and more while having fun learning prayers for Shabbat!

This program is geared for preschoolers through first graders and ther families. Please RSVP with the number of children attending from your family by Wednesday, March 14th to (303) 499-7077, ext. 14 or shabbatmish@congregationharhashem.org.

Free! Guests are encouraged to attend.

Free

Community Passover Seder on 2nd Night

Sat, 04/07/2012 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Community Passover Seder on 2nd Night

Live From Boulder, It's Second Night!
A Multi-Media Passover Seder for the Mind, Body, and Soul

Babysitting for ages 5 and under.
Children's K-5 programming.
Grades 6 and over sit with adults.

Join us on the second night of Passover for a community seder for all ages. Led by clergy, and open to everyone, this night will be different from all other nights, blending traditional narrative and song, with a modern twist!

Do your thing for the first night, and then help us do ours for the Second Seder at Har HaShem. A night to sing, eat, learn, grow. A night to remember.

If you are a parent-to-be or have a preschool-aged child (zero through four years old), you can request free tickets (up to $100) for your family to attend this seder. The regular pricing is valued at $40 for adults, $18 for kids ages 6-13, and free for children five and under.

Menu and details online at www.harhashem.org or for information, call (303) 499-7077.

Second Shabbat Musical Service and Dinner

Fri, 04/13/2012 - 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kids are Always Welcome at Har HaShem's Second Shabbat Musical Service Followed by Dinner
Childcare is available too.

Services at 6 PM in the Sanctuary
Dinner at 7:30 PM in the Social Hall

Friday, April 13th - RSVP for the dinner by noon the Monday prior, Apr. 9th.

Join us as we celebrate "Second Shabbat" with a lively evening of inspirational song and prayer. Services will be led by Rabbi Rose, Cantorial Soloist Holli Berman, and Or Zimrah, the Har HaShem band.

Stay after services to mingle with other families and enjoy a delicious dinner and a fun sing-along.

RSVP is required for dinner. Call (303) 499-7077 ext. 13 or email to RSVP@harhashem.org by noon Monday, January 9th. Adults are $12, children ages 4-12 are $8. Specify all household names, ages of children, contact information, and whether you require childcare.

You are invited to attend! Spread the word, and please invite your relatives, friends, and acquaintances who might also be interested!

Shabbat Mishpacha at Har HaShem

Sat, 04/28/2012 - 10:30am - 12:00pm

Join us for a fun introduction to Shabbat for children ages 2-7 and their families!

Saturday, April 28th at Har HaShem
Saturday, May 19th at Chautauqua Park - RSVP required due to weather to shabbatmish@congregationharhashem.org

This program is geared for preschoolers through first graders and ther families. Please RSVP with the number of children attending from your family by Wednesday, April 25th to (303) 499-7077, ext. 14 or shabbatmish@congregationharhashem.org.

Free! Guests are encouraged to attend.

Free

Tot Shabbat on First Fridays

Fri, 05/04/2012 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tot Shabbat on First Fridays
North Building Sanctuary

Friday, May 4th

This service is not just for tots! Tot Shabbat is for children ages seven years and younger and their parents and grandparents. Older siblings are also invited and encouraged to attend!

Free and open to everyone. No RSVP necessary. Bring your friends!

Free

Second Shabbat Musical Service and Dinner

Fri, 05/11/2012 - 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kids are Always Welcome at Har HaShem's Second Shabbat Musical Service Followed by Dinner
Childcare is available too.

Services at 6 PM in the Sanctuary
Dinner at 7:30 PM in the Social Hall

Friday, May 11th - RSVP for the dinner by noon the Monday prior, May 7th.

Join us as we celebrate "Second Shabbat" with a lively evening of inspirational song and prayer. Services will be led by Rabbi Rose, Cantorial Soloist Holli Berman, and Or Zimrah, the Har HaShem band.

Stay after services to mingle with other families and enjoy a delicious dinner and a fun sing-along.

RSVP is required for dinner. Call (303) 499-7077 ext. 13 or email to RSVP@harhashem.org by noon Monday, January 9th. Adults are $12, children ages 4-12 are $8. Specify all household names, ages of children, contact information, and whether you require childcare.

You are invited to attend! Spread the word, and please invite your relatives, friends, and acquaintances who might also be interested!

Shabbat Mishpacha Hike at Chautauqua Park

Sat, 05/19/2012 - 10:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for a fun introduction to Shabbat for children ages 2-7 and their families!

Saturday, May 19th at Chautauqua Park - RSVP required due to weather to shabbatmish@congregationharhashem.org

This program is geared for preschoolers through first graders and ther families. Please RSVP with the number of children attending from your family by Wednesday, May 16th to (303) 499-7077, ext. 14 or shabbatmish@congregationharhashem.org. Special instructions with meting place and directions to follow.

Free! Guests are encouraged to attend.

Free

Second Shabbat Musical Service and Dinner

Fri, 06/08/2012 - 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kids are Always Welcome at Har HaShem's Second Shabbat Musical Service Followed by Dinner
Childcare is available too.

Services at 6 PM in the Sanctuary
Dinner at 7:30 PM in the Social Hall

Friday, June 8th - RSVP for the dinner by noon the Monday prior, June 4th.

Join us as we celebrate "Second Shabbat" with a lively evening of inspirational song and prayer. Services will be led by Rabbi Rose, Cantorial Soloist Holli Berman, and Or Zimrah, the Har HaShem band.

Stay after services to mingle with other families and enjoy a delicious dinner and a fun sing-along.

RSVP is required for dinner. Call (303) 499-7077 ext. 13 or email to RSVP@harhashem.org by noon Monday, January 9th. Adults are $12, children ages 4-12 are $8. Specify all household names, ages of children, contact information, and whether you require childcare.

You are invited to attend! Spread the word, and please invite your relatives, friends, and acquaintances who might also be interested!

Second Shabbat Musical Service and Dinner

Fri, 07/13/2012 - 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kids are Always Welcome at Har HaShem's Second Shabbat Musical Service Followed by Dinner
Childcare is available too.

Services at 6 PM in the Sanctuary
Dinner at 7:30 PM in the Social Hall

Friday, July13th - RSVP for the dinner by noon the Monday prior, July 9th.

Join us as we celebrate "Second Shabbat" with a lively evening of inspirational song and prayer. Services will be led by Rabbi Rose, Cantorial Soloist Holli Berman, and Or Zimrah, the Har HaShem band.

Stay after services to mingle with other families and enjoy a delicious dinner and a fun sing-along.

RSVP is required for dinner. Call (303) 499-7077 ext. 13 or email to RSVP@harhashem.org by noon Monday, January 9th. Adults are $12, children ages 4-12 are $8. Specify all household names, ages of children, contact information, and whether you require childcare.

You are invited to attend! Spread the word, and please invite your relatives, friends, and acquaintances who might also be interested!

Second Shabbat Musical Service and Dinner

Fri, 08/10/2012 - 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kids are Always Welcome at Har HaShem's Second Shabbat Musical Service Followed by Dinner
Childcare is available too.

Services at 6 PM in the Sanctuary
Dinner at 7:30 PM in the Social Hall

Friday, August 10th - RSVP for the dinner by noon the Monday prior, Aug. 6th.

Join us as we celebrate "Second Shabbat" with a lively evening of inspirational song and prayer. Services will be led by Rabbi Rose, Cantorial Soloist Holli Berman, and Or Zimrah, the Har HaShem band.

Stay after services to mingle with other families and enjoy a delicious dinner and a fun sing-along.

RSVP is required for dinner. Call (303) 499-7077 ext. 13 or email to RSVP@harhashem.org by noon Monday, January 9th. Adults are $12, children ages 4-12 are $8. Specify all household names, ages of children, contact information, and whether you require childcare.

You are invited to attend! Spread the word, and please invite your relatives, friends, and acquaintances who might also be interested!