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COVID-19 INFORMATION

 

WE ARE THRILLED TO SHARE THAT WE HAVE BEGUN OUTDOOR MINYANIM!! To join us, please review these guidelines (here) and sign up in advance for individual minyanim ( here). We will continue to live-stream on Zoom all our outdoor minyanim for those unable or unready to attend. 

Plus, dont miss our countless virtual programs each week! Catch them all scheduled here in our weekly bulletin or in our Young Israel "The Week Ahead"

Please click here to read our communications about Covid-19 and its effect on our community and shul.

Many in our community are especially vulnerable to even the slightest interruption in their income. If you are in a position to offer assistance, please click here to make a donation to the COVID-19 Relief Fund. Do you need support? We are here to help you!! Just look BELOW!

  Welcome to the 

  Young Israel of West Hartford

 

Founded in 1968, the Young Israel of West Hartford is a warm, vibrant and multi-generational Centrist Orthodox synagogue serving the spiritual, educational and social needs of its diverse members and the Greater Hartford Jewish community. 

More than just a synagogue, the Young Israel of West Hartford is a warm and loving community seeking to inspire individuals and families of all ages, backgrounds, levels of education and observance.  

Located in the beautiful and leafy town of West Hartford, CT, with a lower cost of living, affordable real estate, robust employment opportunities  – together with all the important Jewish communal amenities – come see why the Young Israel of West Hartford continues to attract families from all across the United States.

Try our Shabbat Challenge! Join us for just one Shabbat, one service or one program, and we are confident that you will find a warm and welcoming home.

Plan your visit today here! 

Plus, check out some of our upcoming programs, learning opportunities and youth programs and so much more!

To learn more about us and see for yourself why we love West Hartford, click here or contact us at info@youngisraelwh.org.

RSVP NOW!!

Do you need help? WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!!


There are a number of COVID-19 Relief programs underway to help address and alleviate the additional burdens of our current situation. 

Please! Help Us Help You -- please reach out confidentially to Rabbi Brander or a member of the board if you are in need of support -- physically, financially, mentally or emotionally! We are here for you!!

You can also tap into a number of community-wide initiatives underway to help provide support:

CLICK HERE to get support with providing Kosher For Pesach meals, personal hygiene products, arrange for check-in calls and to apply for a rapid relief emergency stipend of up to $750 from the Jewish Federation and Jewish Community Foundation. 

Additional financial support is available through the Young Israel. Please contact Rabbi Brander at rabbi@youngisraelwh.org.

Upcoming Events

All Events
  • Wednesday ,
    AugAugust  12 , 2020
    Pondering the Parasha Lunch & Learn
    Wednesday, Aug 12th 11:45a to 12:30p
    Food for thought

    MORE INFO

  • Wednesday ,
    AugAugust  12 , 2020
    Shabbat on Wednesday
    Wednesday, Aug 12th 7:35p to 8:05p
    Every week, come hear Rabbi's drasha, updates, special guests and Shayne Green Kesler's "Joke of the Week"! It'll be just like being in the Shul... just without the walk and shorter! And, its the best way to stay connected with the Young Israel community.

    MORE INFO

  • Saturday ,
    AugAugust  15 , 2020
    Shabbat In the Sun
    Shabbat, Aug 15th 10:45a to 11:15a
    Join us for a taste of Shabbat together! We will sing some songs, read a story and learn a bit about the parasha -- plus enjoy some special Shabbat treats! Must Preregister -- Targeted for children 5-10 years old.

    MORE INFO

  • Sunday ,
    AugAugust  16 , 2020
    Digital Happy Hour
    Sunday, Aug 16th 8:15p to 9:15p
    Shmooze and Booze ( or Tea/ Coffee/ Water... Whatever!) With your Shul buddies, without being interrupted by children or the network news. BYOB! Every Sunday at 8:15PM (Starting May 17th) youngisraelwh.org/zoom

    MORE INFO

  • Wednesday ,
    AugAugust  19 , 2020
    Pondering the Parasha Lunch & Learn
    Wednesday, Aug 19th 11:45a to 12:30p
    Food for thought

    MORE INFO

  • Wednesday ,
    AugAugust  19 , 2020
    Shabbat on Wednesday
    Wednesday, Aug 19th 7:35p to 8:05p
    Every week, come hear Rabbi's drasha, updates, special guests and Shayne Green Kesler's "Joke of the Week"! It'll be just like being in the Shul... just without the walk and shorter! And, its the best way to stay connected with the Young Israel community.

    MORE INFO

  • Saturday ,
    AugAugust  22 , 2020
    Shabbat In the Sun
    Shabbat, Aug 22nd 10:45a to 11:15a
    Join us for a taste of Shabbat together! We will sing some songs, read a story and learn a bit about the parasha -- plus enjoy some special Shabbat treats! Must Preregister -- Targeted for children 5-10 years old.

    MORE INFO

  • Sunday ,
    AugAugust  23 , 2020
    Bingo and Bites
    Sunday, Aug 23rd 4:00p to 5:00p
    Fun, Food and Friends Physically distanced, but emotionally close this is a free event in which you can learn amazing things about your friends and neighbors. We can't wait to see you! DUE TO COVID19 RSVP IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT

    MORE INFO

  • Sunday ,
    AugAugust  23 , 2020
    Digital Happy Hour
    Sunday, Aug 23rd 8:15p to 9:15p
    Shmooze and Booze ( or Tea/ Coffee/ Water... Whatever!) With your Shul buddies, without being interrupted by children or the network news. BYOB! Every Sunday at 8:15PM (Starting May 17th) youngisraelwh.org/zoom

    MORE INFO

  • Wednesday ,
    AugAugust  26 , 2020
    Pondering the Parasha Lunch & Learn
    Wednesday, Aug 26th 11:45a to 12:30p
    Food for thought

    MORE INFO

 

 

For more about what's going on see our weekly bulletin.

Purim Shpiel 2019

We are excited to partner with Ohr Torah Stone and the Israeli Ministry of Diaspora Affairs to bring Amiel BaKehila to the Greater Hartford region! Over the course of the past year, 5779/2018-2019, and the coming year, 5780/2019-2020, we look forward to welcoming 9 delegations exploring issues of culture, politics and Judaism.

For more information and to find out about programming, click here!

 

Tue, August 11 2020 21 Av 5780