Shaarei Shamayim, Madison’s Jewish Reconstructionist and Renewal congregation, welcomes new and prospective members, as well as visitors, to participate in our services, discussions, classes, and celebrations. For more information or to learn about events, please visit our website at www.shamayim.org, email us at office@shamayim.org, or call 608-257-2944. 

Adventures in Jewish Parenting
Sunday, December 4 and Sunday, December 18
9:45-11:30 a.m.
Center for Families, 2120 Fordem Avenue
Do you want to raise your child with a strong Jewish identity, with a genuine connection to the Jewish holidays, life cycles, cultural traditions, and religious values?  Are you looking for new, creative approaches to engaging your children in Jewish tradition?  Join us for this two-part workshop in which we will explore Jewish rituals, songs, teachings, and customs in order to integrate them into our families’ lives.  These workshops will be led by Rabbi Laurie Zimmerman and Judith Zukerman Kaufman.

Gan Playgroup
Sunday, December 18
9:45-11:30 a.m.
Center for Families, 2120 Fordem Avenue
Our new, monthly playgroup for tots, kids ages 0-5, continues this month.  This is a free group open to the entire community.  We gather in a child-friendly space for stories, songs, arts and crafts, and plenty of time to play.  This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other Jewish parents and to introduce your children to Jewish community, culture, and fun!