Sisterhood

Launched in 1928, our Sisterhood is an active and vibrant group.  Who provides an array of social and educational programming, including lectures on women’s health issues and parenting, cooking classes, craft nights, Sisterhood Shabbat, and an extensive Purim Shalach Manot program. Our Sisterhood also provides Shiva meals to families in mourning, runs our Judaica shop, sends packages to college students, and supports the synagogue financially and through volunteerism.

To get involved please email Sisterhood President, Jill Besnoy at mothergus@aol.com.


Upcoming Events

Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood Meeting – Sunday, May 5th at 9:15 AM

Come learn about the Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood and help sort & label for the Closter Food Pantry*.

Optional: Bring boxed milk, coffee, pasta, pasta sauce or cereal.

Right after Religious School drop-off! Open to all!

*The Closter Food Pantry provides food for over 40 local families and is completely volunteer run and funded.


Celebrate Rosh Chodesh – Monday, May 6th at 7:00 PM

Join us on select Mondays in a relaxed and social setting for personal, spiritual exploration. Carve out time in your life for self growth, connection to other women, and yourself. Sessions will be guided by Rabbi Dahlia Bernstein, a teaching rabbi and life coach, who will-help us learn and connect using our Jewish tradition as inspiration for dealing with real-life issues.

Upcoming Date: 6/10

CLICK HERE to register.


Sisterhood Study Group – Friday, May 10th at 10:30 AM

Join Rabbi Kirshner on select Friday mornings for a women’s study group. Click below to RSVP or contact Donna Weintraub at, donnaw64@gmail.com for more information.

Upcoming Date: 5/10

CLICK HERE to RSVP.


Sisterhood Book Club – Tuesday, May 14th at 7:30 PM

“The Bird Hotel” by Joyce Maynard

The Bird Hotel tells the story of this young American who, after suffering tragedy, restores and runs La Llorona. Along the way we meet a rich assortment of characters who live in the village or come to stay at the hotel. With a mystery at its center and filled with warmth, drama, romance, humor, pop culture, and a little magical realism, The Bird Hotel has all the hallmarks of a Joyce Maynard novel that have made her a leading voice of her generation.

SAVE THE DATE!