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Monthly Newsletter

March 2026

 In Uncertain Times, Let’s Choose Joy — Together

Shalom,

Here, at Beth Shalom, Jewish life is living and evolving. This month, as we retell the story of Esther and Mordechai, we are reminded that courage and faith can transform even the most uncertain times. Together, let’s prepare our hearts for Purim’s joy and for the spiritual growth that unfolds when community and tradition meet with intention.

Leadership Updates

Rabbi's Message

Home is where the heart is! It has been so wonderful to be back in Napa these past several weeks, following my sabbatical…

President's Message

2026 will be a year of change and a year of growth – actually, it has already started…

Dialogue with the Director

The Purim Carnival is one of my favorite activities of the year, it always has been…

Notes from Rabbi Art

In this week’s Torah portion, we read about the greatest sin in Jewish history…

March Events at Beth Shalom

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Purim Carnival

Purim Carnival

Sunday, March 1 • 9:30 am

Wear a costume and come play games, enjoy refreshments, and celebrate Purim!

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Family Shabbat

Family Shabbat

Friday, March 6 • 6:00 pm

Experience all the community and beauty of welcoming Shabbat, with a kind-friendly twist.

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Lead Change, One Conversation at a Time

Lead Change, One Conversation at a Time

Sunday, March 8 • 4:00 pm

Learn real-world strategies for combating antisemitism from an ADL expert.

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Rabbi’s Spring Seminar

Rabbi’s Spring Seminar

Monday, March 9 • 7:00 pm  |  Monday, March 30 • 7:00 pm

Join Rabbi Niles for an in-depth and interactive seminar on the Passover Seder.

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Planned Giving & Estate Planning

Planned Giving & Estate Planning

Monday, March 23 • 7:00 pm

Walk through laws, strategies, and practical decisions to protect you.

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Don’t Forget These Ongoing Events

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Your Write to Resilience
Thursday, March 12 • 3:30 pm Learn more
Soul Sisters Book Club
Tuesday, March 17 • 10:30 am Learn more
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, March 17 • 7:00 pm Learn more
Torah Study with Rabbi Niles
Saturday, March 14 • 10:30 am
Saturday, March 21 • 10:30 am Learn more
Healing Circle with Art Grand
Saturday, March 28 • 10:30 am Learn more
Shabbat Services
shabbat-services

Join us as we welcome Shabbat together on Friday evenings, creating a sacred pause in our busy lives. Click each service to learn more:

Marking Life’s Moments

🎉 March Birthdays

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💍 Anniversaries

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🕯 Yahrzeits

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Kehillah Corner

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