Temple Israel in the News

Temple Israel is an active congregation, and over the years we’ve been featured in the news for our events, milestones, and community involvement.

2021

75 Years Serving Our Community
Staten Island Advance, May 2021
“It was 1948. Holocaust memories were raw when a group of Staten Islanders formed our first Reform synagogue. Temple Israel marks 75 years.”
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2018

Largest Mosaic Made with Over 7,800 Pieces of Chocolate Gelt
Staten Island Advance, Nov 30, 2018
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Rosh Hashanah 101: Rochelle Maltz on Food & Traditions
Staten Island Advance, Sept 9, 2018
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Alina Shteynberg Teaches Cooking Class for Children
Staten Island Advance, Aug 24, 2018
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2017

Temple Israel Interfaith LGBT Service
Staten Island Advance, May 15, 2017
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Rabbi Michael Howald Honored by Project Hospitality
Staten Island Advance, May 9, 2017
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Brooke Lopez Named L’Dor V’Dor Honoree
Staten Island Advance, May 3, 2017
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Rabbi Michael Howald: NY1 Staten Islander of the Week
NY1, Oct 7, 2016
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2015–2016

JCC L’Dor V’Dor Awards
Staten Island Advance, May 2016
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Temple Israel Open House
Staten Island Advance, June 2015
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Bryn Biren Honored at JCC L’Dor V’Dor Luncheon
Staten Island Advance, Apr 26, 2015
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2013–2014

Community Food Prep for El Centro
Staten Island Advance, Dec 26, 2014
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Temple Israel Golden Gala Celebration
Staten Island Advance, June 5, 2014
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Holocaust Memorial Services
Staten Island Advance, Apr 25, 2014
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Social Action Committee: Summer Cook-In for Project Hospitality
Staten Island Advance, Aug 30, 2013
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Temple Israel Gala Honorees
Staten Island Advance, July 5, 2013
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Tallit Workshop: Women Create Personalized Prayer Shawls
Staten Island Advance, June 28, 2013
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Adult Confirmation Class of 5773
Staten Island Advance, May 24, 2013
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2010–2012

Honoring Veteran Herbert Gross
Staten Island Advance, Nov 11, 2012
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Mah Jongg Ladies Donate School Supplies
Staten Island Advance, Sept 5, 2012
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Shabbat & Havdalah Services with Progressive Temple Beth Ahavath Sholom
Staten Island Advance, July 13, 2012
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Muslims and Jews Search for the Binds That Tie
Staten Island Advance, Dec 12, 2011
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Temple Israel Welcomes Rabbi Michael Howald
Staten Island Advance, July 2, 2010
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Brotherhood Helps Lifestyles for the Disabled
Staten Island Advance, June 17, 2010
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2009

Knitting Club at Sunrise Assisted Living
Staten Island Advance, Mar 26, 2009
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