WELCOME TO TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL
Temple Beth Israel is a warm, dynamic Reform Synagogue of about 400 families that serves the Pomona and San Gabriel Valleys of Southern California, approx. 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. At TBI you will find a community that celebrates Jewish tradition, kindles spiritual fulfillment, values Jewish study in all its variety, and vigorously participates in social justice.
Please join us! Jews in all their diversity, including families, singles, couples, interfaith families, the LGBTQ2+ community, people with disabilities, and the rainbow of racial identities and ethnicities – are all welcome at TBI.
Note: Interactive participation online is password protected, but nearly all public events are viewable on Facebook and YouTube.
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TBI Current Events Update
Events at TBI are listed below. Please contact the TBI office if you have any questions about our upcoming schedule or events. Please note that all events marked with a * are available online on Facebook and YouTube. New to our community and interested in joining our gatherings? Contact the TBI Office.
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Tuesday, 11/25
Introduction to Judaism – 7pm, Beit Midrash and online. (Learn more)
Wednesday, 11/26
Mah Jongg – 1p, Social Hall
No Beit Sefer Online Hebrew – Thanksgiving Break
Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service – 7pm, Claremont Center for Spiritual Living (Learn more)
Thursday, 11/27
Happy Thanksgiving – TBI Office closed
Friday, 11/28
Erev Shabbat Service* – 7:30pm, Sanctuary
Saturday, 11/29
Torah Study – 9:30 am on Zoom. Click here to request access
Sunday, 11/30
No Beit Sefer – Thanksgiving Break
Monday, 12/1
November Board of Trustees Mtg. – 7pm, Beit Midrash
Tuesday, 12/2
Introduction to Judaism class – 7pm, Beit Midrash
Wednesday, 12/3
Beit Sefer Online Hebrew – 4p, sessions resume
Friday, 12/5
First Fridays Shabbat* – 7:30pm, Sanctuary, w/Shul Band and celebrating December birthdays
Saturday, 12/6
Torah Study – 9:30am on Zoom. Click here to request access.
Sunday, 12/7
Beit Sefer – 9am
“Bubbe, Let’s Go Back In Time” – 1pm, Social Hall presented by WTBI and AJL (Learn more)
Tuesday, 12/9
Introduction to Judaism – 7pm, Beit Midrash and online.
Wednessday, 12/10
Beit Sefer Online Hebrew – 4pm, sessions resume
Friday, 12/12
Shabbat Family Service* – 6:30pm, Sanctuary (Learn more)
Erev Shabbat Service* – 7:30pm, Sanctuary, w/Shul Band and celebrating November birthdays.
Saturday, 12/13
Torah Study – 9:30 am on Zoom. Click here to request access.
Join our new Intro to Judaism cohort. Begins 10/21/25.
First two classes at no charge. Click below
ISRAEL UPDATE
The situation in Israel evolves daily. With “Phase One” of the agreement to end the fighting in place, and the living hostages returned to their families, we pray for the quick return of the remaining deceased, and that an end to the war has finally come.
The Times of Israel is an essential resource for English language Israeli news. Ark Media podcasts are a terrific way to go deeper into the issues facing Israel and the Jewish people.
Check out our @TBIPomona Facebook Page where you can get the latest info and view info about our upcoming Shabbat services and other events held online. Our services are archived on Facebook and YouTube.
Download the latest issue of JLife
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Our former TBI Preschool is now known as the Tree of Life Children’s Center. Our students are playing, learning, and thriving just as they have for over 30 years as we observe the proper guidelines and procedures. Find out how your child can join them by contacting our director, Robin McConnell. Info here.
Click here to read the Claremont Courier feature about TLCC.
Buy Scrip
Did you know that you can support TBI through our Scrip program? Scrip is available for hundreds of merchants, for things you buy everyday, and it costs you $0 to participate. It’s particularly useful in times such as these when we are doing a lot of shopping remotely. We can also arrange for your scrip to be delivered to you! And, it’s great for gift giving too! Download the form here. You can also pay for your Scrip online here where you can also make other financial contributions to support our community.
