Etz Hayim Synagogue

ANNUAL LIGHTING OF THE GIANT MENORAH
Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
Etz Hayim Synagogue continues its annual tradition of lighting its giant outdoor electric menorah on December 19. The menorah was constructed by Jay Madnick with his son Aaron and is electronically controlled to display its festive colors for the community to enjoy. Join us for the 6th night of Hanukkah and Shabbat Services, as we join in prayer and song. The community is encouraged to bring their menorahs with seven candles (including the shamash), as we light up the synagogue bringing light to our world. Jelly donuts will be served in remembrance of the miracle of oil. Etz Hayim Synagogue is located at 1-1/2 Hood Road, Derry, NH. Visit us at <a href="https://www.etzhayim.org/" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.etzhayim.org/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1762969517310000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1sBPpkk8dWhKE7H9WVzIpk" rel="nofollow">www.etzhayim.org</a>.

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Etz Hayim Synagogue Menorah Lighting

ANNUAL LIGHTING OF THE GIANT MENORAH
Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
Etz Hayim Synagogue continues its annual...

Come celebrate Hanukkah. We will be serving kosher hot dogs and latkes. There will be games &amp; prizes, storytelling and crafts for the kids. Bring your own menorah and 8 candles (including the shamash) if you like. This event is free. All are welcome!

Local Event: Etz Hayim Synagogue Family Hanukkah Party

Etz Hayim Synagogue Family Hanukkah Party

Come celebrate Hanukkah.  We will be serving kosher hot dogs and latkes.  There will be games & prizes, storytelling and crafts...

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Thursday, January 8, 2026
Crying in the Wilderness: An Immigrant's Journey in Detention, Becky Field
Becky Field has been photographing the lives of immigrants since 2012. In 2021, met "Antony," an African immigrant who was tracked with an ankle monitor and detained under house arrest for years, simply for asking for asylum. Every week for almost 2 years, she photographed his experiences with the pain and humiliation of detention. 
Becky will show photographs of her work with "Antony," a pseudonym for his protection. She will talk about their times together and his status. Under current immigration policies, he still cannot travel freely, but she will play a short recording of him telling his story.
These presentations are part of Etz Hayim Synagogue’s Adult Continuing Education Program, Hot Topics and Cool Contemporary Stuff. Please visit www.etzhayim.org/learn/adult-learning for a complete listing of Hot Topics. For more information, please contact Stephen Soreff, MD, at soreffs15@aol.com or 603-895-6120.

Local Event: Etz Hayim Synagogue Presents Crying in the Wilderness

Etz Hayim Synagogue Presents Crying in the...

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FAMILY PIZZA DINNER &amp; EREV SHABBAT SERVICES Friday, January 9, 2026, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM Join us for a free pizza dinner followed by potluck desserts (bring a nosh to share!). Our Book Bubbe, Leslie Kirshman, will read a story, and Shabbat service will be led by Rabbi Jonathan Biatch with musical accompaniment by Irina, our Religious School Director. All are welcome! Please RSVP to <a href="mailto:office@etzhayim.org" target="_blank">office@etzhayim.org</a> by January 8, so we can plan for pizza. Many thanks to the anonymous donors for covering the cost of the pizza.

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Family Pizza Shabbat

FAMILY PIZZA DINNER & EREV SHABBAT SERVICES Friday, January 9, 2026, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM Join us for a free pizza dinner...

SUNDAY FAMILY CAMP - This Month's Theme is Tu B'Shvat Sunday, January 11, 2026, 10:00 AM to Noon We will learn about how trees help us and may even get to try some special Tu B'Shevat foods! Please RSVP to <a href="mailto:sarahjohnplater@aol.com" target="_blank">sarahjohnplater@aol.com</a> by January 9 to ensure we have enough materials for the artwork. Visit <a href="https://www.etzhayim.org/learn/grades-0-1" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.etzhayim.org/learn/grades-0-1&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1765314826377000&amp;usg=AOvVaw32CZA8Gms5dYeVgCzv0K_N" rel="nofollow">https://www.etzhayim.org/learn/grades-0-1</a> for more information.

Local Event: Etz Hayim Synagogue Sunday Family Camp

Etz Hayim Synagogue Sunday Family Camp

SUNDAY FAMILY CAMP - This Month's Theme is Tu B'Shvat Sunday, January 11, 2026, 10:00 AM to Noon We will learn about how trees...

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