Community | Tradition | Inclusion
A warm, inclusive Jewish community in Waltham rooted in tradition and open to everyone seeking, prayer, learning, friendship, and connection.
About Us
Temple Beth Israel is a vibrant, diverse, traditional and close-knit congregation. We are an independent synagogue that seeks to provide spiritual, social and physical access to and inclusion in meaningful Jewish life and tradition.
We enjoy a full calendar of religious, social, educational and social justice dialogue and activities for the many ways our congregants and friends connect to Judaism, to their community, and to the world at large. With a 100+ year history in Waltham, on any given day we find members who were born into Temple Beth Israel warmly embracing newcomers.
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Pray with Us
Morning Minyan
Virtual-only on Thursday mornings at 8:00 A.M. via Zoom for Shacharit.
Friday Evening Services
On the first Friday of every month, we hold a Kabbalat Shabbat with Maariv as a multi-access service, both in-person and virtually at 6:30 P.M.
All other Friday nights we hold Kabbalat Shabbat services online only from 5:30 – 6:00 P.M. via Zoom.
Shabbat Morning Services
Saturdays at 9:30 A.M. both in-person and accessible via Zoom.
Join us after services for our Kiddush, refreshments and conversation.
“My house shall be a house of prayer for all people.”
(Isaiah 56:7)
What’s Happening at Temple Beth Israel
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
TBI Open House
Curious about Temple Beth Israel? We’d love to meet you!
Whether you’re new to the area, looking for a Jewish community to call home, or simply want to see what TBI is all about, our Open House is the perfect opportunity to stop by and say hello.
Come enjoy:
Light refreshments
Fun activities for all ages
Meet our clergy, members, and leadership
Learn about our vibrant, welcoming community and everything happening at TBI
No pressure. No expectations. Just good conversation, great people, and a chance to experience what makes Temple Beth Israel such a special place.
25 Harvard Street, Waltham
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
2nd Day Rosh Hashanah Lunch & Tashlich
Join us for Second Day Rosh Hashanah and continue the celebration with lunch and Tashlich!
🍽 Lunch at TBI — 2:00 PM
$15 per person • Advance registration and payment required by Tuesday, September 8.
Lunch includes make-your-own tuna or egg salad sandwiches, salads, chips, drinks, and dessert.
🌊 Tashlich & Shofar Blowing — 3:00 PM
Watch Factory South Dock, Waltham
Tashlich is free and open to everyone — no registration required.