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Wednesday, July 16, 2025

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Before My Last Name Mattered - Lunch & Learn with ABC Morning Anchor Daniel Grossman
TODAY! Wednesday, Jul 16th 12:00p to 1:00p
There are still spaces remaining for today's Lunch & Learn with Denver ABC Morning Anchor Daniel Grossman, who will discuss journalism, his Jewish heritage, and the changes he has witnessed over the last year. $10 member, $15 non-member.

Building Jewish Resiliency on Campus (at Temple Sinai)
Monday, July 21, 8:00p
Building Jewish Resiliency on Campus is a community-wide event designed to help empower students toward resilience and finding Jewish joy on campus. This supportive program will feature a panel of professionals from Hillel, StandWithUs, JCRC, Chabad, ADL, and mental health professionals. This program is for Jewish students thinking about, preparing for, or attending college, parents, and other loved ones. Kosher dessert reception will follow. There is no cost for the program.

Kavod on the Road
Tuesday, Jul 22nd 1:00p to 2:30p
Monthly programs for adults hosted by Kavod On the Road at HEA. Enjoy a musical performance by bassist Michael Friedman and his ensemble.

Monthly Israel Updates with Amir Kaufman
Thursday, Jul 24th 6:30p to 8:00p
Finding it hard to keep track of what's going on in Israel? Join us for a monthly class that aims to cut through the noise. Led by Amir Kaufman, we'll be diving into the societal changes that are happening during the war. Join us to stay informed about current events in Israel.

City Park Jazz
Sunday, Jul 27th 6:00p to 8:00p
Let’s meet up at City Park to enjoy some Sunday evening Jazz in the park, featuring vocalist Dzirae Gold.

Pizza in the Park
Wednesday, Jul 30th 6:00p to 7:30p
It's time for another family-friendly pizza party at Silo Park! $5 for HEA member families. $10 for Non-Member families.

Shabbat in the Park for Adults
Friday, Aug 8th 5:30p to 8:00p
A Shabbat in the Park experience for adults at Wash Park. HEA will provide the main meal & challah, but please sign up for side dishes/salads, or desserts. (For reference, Shabbat begins at 7:47 pm).

Tot Shabbat
Saturday, Aug 9th 10:45a to 12:00p
A spirited and fun playtime before our Tot Shabbat service for little ones and their adults.

Hike, Torah & Shmooze with Rabbi Shulman
Sunday, Aug 10th 7:45a to 12:00p
Empty Nesters, join us for an easy hike with Rabbi Shulman. Location to be announced. 

Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group
Sunday, Aug 10th 6:30p to 8:00p
Meet up with a group of vibrant Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.

Annual Summer BBQ Picnic
Sunday, Aug 17th 12:00p to 2:00p
Come celebrate a fabulous Summer and a great year ahead at HEA’s annual BBQ (vegetarian options are available as well). Welcome new members and enjoy the company of old friends. Savor the flavors and aromas of great food grilled under the summer sun.  Activities for kids and adults as well, with inflatable, kiddie pools, foam machine, and time to schmooze and mingle. Free to HEA members; $25 per family for non-members.

Jewish Women's Retreat
Friday, Sep., 5th to Sunday, Sep 7th
Rabbi Sarah Shulman and Gitit Kaufman will lead a dynamic group of Jewish women for a relaxing and reinvigorating weekend celebrating Shabbat, friendship, Torah study, hiking, and spirituality at Ramah in the Rockies.
​​​​​​​This retreat is a perfect opportunity to build lasting friendships and prepare for the upcoming High Holidays. Nice camp accommodations include bathrooms and linens in each room, kosher food and snacks, and other amenities. Rooms are shared and priced according to occupancy. Very few single rooms are available.

Announcements & Opportunities

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Order Honey for the New Year
Support the HEA Sisterhood's Sweet as Honey Fundraiser, benefitting the Honey Wedgle-Gesundheit Youth Programs Fund. $18 per jar. Instructions: 1) go to www.orthoney.com, 2) Click Order Now, 3) Choose HEA - Hebrew Educational Alliance Sisterhood, Denver, CO, 4) Click Submit and complete your checkout. Order by August 4 for free shipping ($8 savings). Order through September 10 for guaranteed delivery ahead of Rosh Hashanah.

HEA Choir Initiative - SHIRU! (Singing Here, In Ru’ach and Unity)
The mission of the SHIRU! is to enhance Jewish identity and community engagement through lifelong involvement in choral singing. To that end, the SHIRU is launching three choirs: Nevatim (sprouts): Kids choir for grades 2-5, Kaftorim (buds): Youth choir for grades 6-12, Prachim (flowers): Adult choir, open to ages 13 and up. Sign up now, and let's lift our voices together.

One of our congregants has asked if we could assist with a project to help beautify Shalom Park. She is seeking embroidered or artistic Torah coverings, prayer cloths, tallitot, and/or tallit bags to be used in creating tapestries for display at Shalom Park. If you have any old or unused items to donate for this project, please drop them off at the HEA office or let us know, and we'll help coordinate a pickup of the donated items.

Shabbat, July 19

​​​​​​​9:30 a.m., Traditional Shabbat Services, Sanctuary
10:00 a.m., Shir Hadash, GYC
7:50 p.m., Mincha/Maariv services, Sanctuary

In the Community

The Colorado Hebrew Chorale & Kol Nashim
Annual Summer Sight-Singing Romp
Thursday, August 14, 7:00 p.m. at HEA
The theme is "Sounds of the Sixties" and will highlight Leonard Bernstein's seminal Hebrew choral work, Chichester Psalms, which marks its 60th anniversary this summer. Join us: area choristers and choral directors, in a Chichester celebration, PLUS other oldies and goodies from "the Sixties." Registration is free with RSVP until July 31. Otherwise, $5 at the door.
Sing with us: Tryouts at HEA
Colorado Hebrew Chorale: Monday, August 18, 7:00 p.m.
Kol Nashim: Thursday, Aug. 21, 6:00 p.m.
info@coloradohebrewchorale.org / (303) 355-0232

The Colorado Jews for Justice Fellowship
A one-of-a-kind program designed to empower emerging leaders, foster community engagement, and provide a rich platform for Jewish learning. It's your chance to be part of a dynamic and passionate network of young adults, anywhere in Colorado, who are driven to make a difference.

Curious about taking a gap year after high school? Tivnu could be your next big adventure. For Jewish teens ages 17–20, experience hands-on internships for social change, adventures in the stunning Pacific Northwest, and friendships that last a lifetime. Gain confidence, make an impact, and discover your voice before even stepping onto a college campus. Robust financial aid is available.

JFS is Accepting Mental Health Clients
JFS provides ongoing, high-quality outpatient support to adults, children, couples, and families in Colorado who need therapy. Skilled, compassionate, and professional therapists are ready to work with you, virtually or in person, to find solutions to whatever you are experiencing. Don’t wait to take care of your mental health. Find support at jewishfamilyservice.org/counseling.

Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado
If you are Jewish, live in Colorado and in need of financial assistance, we can truly make a difference in your life. Please contact Lorie Bohm Klumb, Administrator, Jewish Interest Free Loan of Colorado.

Executive Coaching Program! Optimize! 
Executive Mindset & Nutrition Transformational Kickstart  
Join our 4-week 1:1 program to help you elevate yourself personally and professionally so you can be the best version of yourself and bring your A game to all aspects of your life! Led by top experts: Giselle Ginsberg MS, RD, LDN: Corporate Wellness Leader, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Expert; & Tracy Klein: MPH, MA, ICF-PCC Coach, NBHWC & Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Communications Expert. How is this program different? Our dynamic synergy and 30+ years combined experience allows us to provide you with maximized, expert level guidance, motivation, and support from two vantage points that are key to life optimization: Mindset and Nutrition.

HEA Doves for Peace Lobby Installation

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - UPDATED

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Iran From a Journalist’s Perspective
Wednesday, Jul 9th 7:00p to 8:30p, Zoom
Karmel Melamed is an award-winning journalist and commentator in Southern California covering Iran, Iranian Americans and Middle East affairs. Join us via zoom to hear his talk on his perspective on Iran’s situation before the war, as well as the situation of the Jewish community in Iran right now and what is next after the war.

Festo! Festo! Featuring Jacob's Ladder
Thursday, Jul 10th 7:00p to 9:30p
Festo! Festo! is a monthly Klezmer, Balkan, and World music concert and community jam session. This month's guest band is Jacob's Ladder. The performance will be at Hebrew Educational Alliance.

Shabbat in the Park
Friday, Jul 11th 5:00p to 7:00p (Service at 5:15p)
Enjoy a fun-filled Shabbat service and celebration for young ones and their adults at Centennial Center Park! Families should bring their own dairy dinner, and HEA will provide snacks and drinks.

Azamra & Potluck Dinner
NEW TIME: Friday, Jul 11th 6:00p to 9:00p
Join us for our Friday evening musical service and Shabbat dinner! NEW TIME: Appetizers at 6:00 p.m., the Azamra service at 6:30 p.m., and Potluck dinner at 7:30 p.m.

Before My Last Name Mattered - Lunch & Learn with ABC Morning Anchor Daniel Grossman
Wednesday, Jul 16th 12:00p to 1:00p
Before My Last Name Mattered - Join HEA as we welcome Denver ABC Morning Anchor Daniel Grossman, who will discuss journalism, his Jewish heritage, and the changes he has witnessed over the last year. $10 member, $15 non-member.

Monthly Israel Updates with Amir Kaufman
Thursday, Jul 24th 6:30p to 8:00p
Finding it hard to keep track of what's going on in Israel? Join us for a monthly class that aims to cut through the noise. Led by Amir Kaufman, we'll be diving into the societal changes that are happening during the war. Join us to stay informed and thoughtful about our homeland.