Congregation Shalom...
Many Faces, One Family

Welcome to Congregation Shalom

Who We Are

Congregation Shalom is a Reform congregation located in Milwaukee's North Shore. It is dedicated to:

The spiritual fulfillment of individuals,
The growth and development of families,
The welfare of Israel and the world community,
We take pride in being a caring community, an institution in which the beauty of tradition blends with the creative expression of modern Judaism.

Established in May of 1951 by 14 families, Congregation Shalom's membership grew to 435 families in just three years. Further growth required additions to the physical facilities over the next four decades, culminating in a major renovation and expansion in 1992. This expansion has allowed us to better serve the religious and educational needs of our congregants, currently more than 1000 member families.

Our history covers over 50 years, 2 senior Rabbis, much growth and change.

Service Times This Week

Friday, February 12:

6:00 p.m. Shabbat and All That Jazz Shabbat Service in Samson Sanctuary
7:00 p.m. Kiddush in Pivar Foyer

Saturday, February 13:

9:00 a.m. Torah Study in Kesselman Chapel
10:00 a.m. Shabbat Service in Kesselman Chapel

Candle Lighting Time(s)

Friday, February 12, 2010: 5:00 p.m.
Friday, February 19, 2010: 5:09 p.m.
Friday, February 26, 2010: 5:18 p.m.
Friday, March 5, 2010: 5:27 p.m.

Immediate Events

Monday, February 8- Sisterhood Women's Health Program

Congregation Shalom's Sisterhood is proud to host a Women's Health Program: Cutting To The Chase: The Truth About Women’s Health Please join us for an informational session discussing the most important concerns about women’s health issues today. You will receive cutting-edge facts & details about current breast cancer screening guidelines, gynecological malignancies, risk factors, prevention, symptoms, and surgical interventions for ovarian cancer, as well as reproductive and environmental hazards & understanding your family history from experts at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Alonzo Walker, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin Professor of Surgery, Dr. Janet Rader, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin Gynecologic Oncologist; Chair, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Sara Svendsen, MS, Certified Genetic Counselor will speak at the event. The program begins at 5:15 with a light supper, followed by the program at 6:00 p.m. The cost for dinner is $5 for Sisterhood members and $8 for non members. Contat Rusti Moffic or Diane Kane for more information. Click here for the flyer.

Wednesday, February 10- Dead Sea Scrolls Program

Milwaukee is fortunate to have the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit visit the Milwaukee Public Museum. Rabbi Prass will lead a group through the exhibit followed by lunch at the museum. The cost is $30 or $28 for seniors and includes admission and lunch. The transportation to the museum has been generously underwritten by the Congregation Shalom Sisterhood. RSVP to Abby, reservations required. Click here for the flyer.

Thursday, February 11- Cooking Demonstrations

You will wow your friends and family with some amazing cooking recipes for a variety of different sweet treats. At each class our chef Pauline Emerson Froebe will show us the steps to make delicious desserts; she will also give the recipes too! The best part . . . the taste test! You can sign up for one, two or all three! Each class is $5 per class or all 3 for $12. This class will meet January 28th, February 11th, and February 25th RSVP to Christine. Click here for the flyer

Saturday, February 13- Temple for Toddlers

Preparing a crown that you are sure to love a lot. Is how we will spend our creative Shabbat. And when you place, upon your head, this crown. You will become the coolest kings and queens in this town! Temple for Toddlers kids and parents please join us from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. for a great program!
Please RSVP to Mandy by February 8th. Temple for Toddlers is oriented to children ages 2½ -4* (not yet in religious school) and their parents or grandparents. Crafts require adult supervision and assistance.

Saturday, February 13- Shalom Family Movie Night

Join us for our second Family Movie Night where we will be watching Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian! We will eat dinner then begin our night with a scavenger hunt, followed by the movie and much
more! All are invited and there is no charge for this event! RSVP to Abby. Click here for the flyer.

Monday, February 15- Work of Our Hands

We need to have as many children’s hats, scarves, and gloves (mittens) brought to the next gathering at 10:30 a.m. in the Choir Room. The need of these children is great and that is when they will be delivered. Please bring in a lot of knitted items for these children. Call if you need items to be picked-up or bring it to Temple at anytime and leave your name so we know who is knitting. Of course all the other projects just continue on, they are a necessary need of many ill patients. We are doing “lap blankets” for those needing a bit of warmth as they sit, “healing shawls” for those needing to be kept warm while undergoing treatment, baby blankets, and more. You just knit, we will see that those in need receive the WORK OF OUR HANDS. We look forward to seeing you. Questions? Please call Judy Shapiro or Zelda Wise.

Monday, February 15- Sisterhood Meeting and Dinner

The next Sisterhood Business Meeting will take place on Monday, February 15. All women in the congregation are welcome to attend. Dinner is served at 5:45 p.m. ($8) followed by the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Please RSVP to Diane Kane if you are able to attend. Future meetings will be on March 15, Apr. 19, and May 17.

Friday, February 19- "Kid"dush Club Service and Dinner

Attention kids five and under and their families, please join us for “Kid”dush Club at 6:00 p.m. for a Shabbat service just for kids and then a family dinner! Cost for dinner is $7 for adults, $5 for children 6–12, free for children five and under. RSVP to Abby. Click here for the flyer.

Sunday, February 21- Bagels, Books, and Babies

Welcome Back Babies!! Babies and toddlers, two and a half and under, please join us for our first gathering of the year! We will meet in the board room at 10:30 a.m. Please RSVP to Abby.

Monday, February 22- Women's Night Out- Jewelry Making

Join the women of Shalom at Giralte Gems & Beads in Cedarburg for a fun & creative evening of making spiral bracelets. Appetizers and drinks will be served. Limited space available. Cost of the class is $18 and includes beads, instruction, and snacks. Click here for the flyer. RSVP to Abby

Thursday, February 25- No Stress Book Club

We will be reading Songs for the My Father's Paradise by Ariel Sabar for our February meeting. The No Stress Book Club meets the third Thursday of the month at 1:00 p.m. in the Choir Room. Please join us then. Everyone is welcome.

Thursday, February 25- Cooking Demonstrations

We are always taking food collections for the Hunger Task Force and the Jewish Food Pantry. Whenever you stop by temple please bring in a donation!

This Week's Torah Portion

Mishpatim, Exodus 21:1-24:18

Our Location

We are located on Milwaukee's northeast side:

7630 N Santa Monica
Fox Point, Wisconsin, 53217

Phone: (414) 352-9288
Office of Life Long Learning: (414) 352-2549
FAX: (414) 352-9280