SPICE Up Your Life
Have Fun/Do Good Works
- Fabulous Lunch, Learn, and Socialize Programs
- Fun SPICE Outs to Theater, Museum, Music, and Dance Opportunities
- Quarterly Potluck Shabbat Dinners
- SAGE Deep Dive Learning Programs
- Tikkun Olam Programs
- Sterling Elementary
- Senior to Senior
SPICE programming is funded in part by the Marshall Lindner SPICE Endowment.
Join us for an upcoming lunch, learn, and socialize program!
Wednesday, September 18 at 12:00pm
SPICE invites you to kick off the 2024-2025 season with us over a delicious deli-style lunch! Reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and discover the exciting programs we have planned for the year.
We are thrilled to welcome Cantor Danielle Rodnizki to our community. Cantor Rodnizki will share highlights from her professional journey—from leading religious school music at Temple B’nai Israel in Clearwater, Florida, to her current role at Temple Beth El. She will also speak about her Master’s thesis, which explores the intersection and potential synergy between different styles of Jewish music in Reform worship.
Wednesday, October 16 at 12:00pm
Join your SPICE friends and TBE clergy for a festive fall lunch in the Sukkah as we celebrate Sukkot!
Savor a delightful kiddush lunch with lasagna, salad, garlic bread, fresh fruit, and an assortment of Italian desserts. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy a delicious meal together.
Wednesday, October 23 at 11:00am
Join us for a reflective afternoon, beginning with Rabbi Asher Knight’s presentation, ‘Reflecting on October 7th: Over a Year Later.’ Rabbi Knight will lead us in exploring the profound impact of that day on Israel, the Palestinian people, and the global Jewish community. This session will delve into themes of grief, anger, and how these painful acts of terrorism have shaped our collective experience.
Following Rabbi Knight’s session, Noah Goldman and Douglas Greene from the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte will discuss the current state of Anti-Semitism locally, nationally, and globally.
We’ll round out the day with a delicious Greek-inspired menu, featuring chicken, potatoes, salad, and more, with baklava for dessert.
Wednesday, November 6 at 11:00am
Sports have the innate ability to connect people from across the world around a single game, team, or athlete. For many, being a part of a sports fanbase is almost like belonging to a religion. So what happens when Judaism interacts with the world of athletics? Why is it that Jews have historically been seen as unathletic? What can sports teach us about Jewish values and priorities? Join us as Rabbi Lexi Erdheim presents “Beyond Koufax: Judaism and Sports,” studying how Jewish sports perspectives have transformed over time.
Les Gordon, an avid collector of sports cards, will present “A Century of Jewish Athletes Through Their Sports Cards,” showcasing the rich history and contributions of Jewish athletes over the past century.
And of course, it wouldn’t be complete without a cookout-style menu, featuring burgers, hot dogs, classic cookout sides, and apple pie.
Friday, November 8 at 5:00pm
Join us for a delightful SPICE potluck dinner to benefit Sterling Elementary School! The main course will include brisket and an array of special dishes contributed by our community. Please bring a dish, enough for 14-16 people, according to the first letter of your last name:
- A-K: Plated finger food desserts (e.g., brownies, cookies, etc.). Homemade is greatly appreciated!
- L-P: Hot side dish (e.g., potato, rice, etc.).
- Q-Z: Salad (e.g., fruit, macaroni, bean, etc.).
Feel free to bring your own bottle of wine to share with your table!
Wednesday, November 13 at 11:00am
Join us for an enlightening session with Rabbi Stuart Gershon, D.D., as we explore the profound themes of the book of Kohelet/Ecclesiastes, written during the Hellenistic period (3rd century BCE). Delve into its reflections on life and death, including the famous statements, ‘Utter futility! All is futile!’ and ‘A season is set for everything, a time for every experience under heaven.’ Discover how Kohelet/Ecclesiastes’ theology differs from conventional biblical views and its journey to being accepted into the Jewish sacred canon. Uncover Kohelet’s timeless advice on living a life of satisfaction and purpose.
We’ll also enjoy a light lunch featuring lemon garlic cod, rice pilaf, and more.
Wednesday, December 4 at 11:00am
Join us for an insightful session beginning with Rabbi Nichols’ presentation, ‘The Religious Rebels in My Ancestry.’ After encountering challenges in researching her Jewish ancestors, Rabbi Nichols shifted her focus to her non-Jewish ancestors. She’ll share some of her favorite discoveries, including relatives involved in religious controversies in early New England history.
Rhoda Miller, Ed.D., CG®, an expert in Jewish genealogy and Holocaust studies, will guide us through strategies for uncovering Jewish ancestors. She’ll address unique challenges such as European border changes, name variations, languages, cemeteries, and the impact of the Holocaust.
We’ll enjoy a delicious lunch featuring stuffed cabbage, rugelach, and chocolate babka.
On the same day, SPICE is hosting a Food Drive to benefit the Jewish Family Services Food Pantry. Help feed families in need by bringing your food donations when you attend the program. Volunteers will be available at the temple entrance to assist with drop-offs. Checks and gift cards to Walmart or Aldi are also welcome. Let’s show that Seniors Make A Difference!—but everyone is invited to contribute.
Wednesday, December 18 at 12:00pm
Join us for a joyous celebration filled with laughter, love, and all things Chanukah. Indulge in our traditional Chanukah luncheon, featuring crispy latkes, delectable blintzes, sweet sufganiyot, creamy slaw, rich cheesecake, and more!
