Temple Beth Sholom, TBS, is an egalitarian synagogue located in Hamden, CT with 400 member families and singles from the Greater New Haven community who enjoy the traditions of Conservative Judaism with gender equality and participation. TBS is committed to providing intergenerational functions for the entire family. TBS is affiliated with the USCJ.
On three things the world stands: on Torah, on worship and on loving deeds. - Pirkei Avot 1:2
The world can do just fine without bagels.
Our Mission is to Implement...
| K'tanim Preschool | NAEYC accredited for children two through four years old. |
| Hebrew School | from Kindergarten age through High School. |
| Rabbi’s Bible Class | every Wednesday night for almost thirty years. |
| Video Torah | intro to the weekly parsha and a short video. |
| L'Chaim Lecture Series | search the calendar, come, it is open to the community. |
| Esther Swinkin Library | has something for all ages to study and to learn. |
| Adult Education | has Hebrew, Yiddish, Writers, Book & Movie groups. |
| Twice Daily Minyan | join the morning and evening minyanim. |
| Kabbalat Shabbat | every late Friday night with kiddush. |
| Shabbat Service | every Saturday morning with kiddush luncheon. |
| Holy Days | are all observed throughout the year. |
| Bat/Bar Mitzvot | training for the special day. |
| Social Action | works with the greater community. |
| Isaiah Project | is feeding the poor. |
| Israel Action | cares and acts. |
| Men's Club | is there wherever help is needed. |
| Sisterhood | join to execute our projects. |