Welcome to Vassar Temple
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Join a Reform congregation with a rich history and discover the powerful relevance of Judaism today.
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Participate in projects that improve our world.
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Delight in spiritual and intellectual growth.
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Share your joys and challenges and achieve a sense of peace and belonging.
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Enjoy opportunities for prayer, learning, social interaction, and Jewish and personal life-cycle support.
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Enrich your life with meaningful rituals, caring friendships, and joyful celebrations.
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Join a welcoming congregation where you are accepted as you are at any level of involvement.
2018 Vassar Temple Gala
Honoring Vassar Temple’s Commitment to Social Action
While there are many Vassar Temple members who devote their time and energy to Social Action in our community, this year we are especially pleased to honor
Andrea H. Ciminello and the
Vassar Temple Refugee Leadership Team
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Ronald Rosen
Recognizing his participation in Social Action projects and Committees, especially his support of conservation and environmental projects.
We hope that you will join us at the Gala to honor the work of Vassar Temple members who are living their lives in the spirit of tikkun olam.
Poughkeepsie Tennis Club Sunday, November 4, 5pm-9pm
Don’t forget to RSVP by 10/24
Popular Links
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The Tiny Temple program allows young children to become familiar with the Temple, the Rabbi, and the Jewish holidays, while giving their parents the opportunity to meet and socialize with other young Jewish families. Click here for more information -
Adult Education offerings at Vassar Temple -
Vassar Temple Sisterhood maintains a year-round Judaica Shop with items for sale on display in the East Chapel and in a glass case in the hallway in front of the office. The Shop is open every weekday except Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For an appointment outside of these hours, contact Perla at
914-456-7309 or brandaliz5@optonline.net.Among the items we stock are jewelry, gifts, books, ritual items, art and cosmetics from Israel. We even have Jewish Silly Bandz in unique solid color, glitter pack, tie-dye pack and glow-in-the-dark varieties. Perla will also be glad to help you with special orders.
Come and see us for all your Judaica needs; we look forward to your visit!
October Bulletin
Members of the Vassar Temple Men’s Club who participated in the annual Men’s Club Shabbat service on November 18, 2016 pose on the Bimah following the service.
Rabbi Paul Golomb, Senior Scholar, honored the group by continuing a recent tradition of reading from the Torah during the service.
