Rabbi David Paskin of Temple Beth Abraham Releases a New CD

T'filati My Prayer: A Musical Journey through the Siddur

This past Sunday, Nov. 25, Rabbi David Paskin of Temple Beth Abraham in Canton will be releasing his newest CD entitled, "T'filati My Prayer: A Musical Journey through the Siddur." Rabbi David is known as the "Rock & Roll Rabbi" who brings songs into prayer and is known around the country for his music. T'filati is his 6th CD with all proceeds going back to Temple Beth Abraham. His music is joyful and upbeat and has been used all over the country at summer camps, religious schools and homes. For more information on Temple Beth Abraham, visit templebethabraham.org or call 781-828-5250. For more information on Paskin, visit www.rocknrollrabbi.com.

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PHOTOS: The 2012 Canton Fall Classic Road Race

The weather held out and there were a record number of runners for the 2012 Canton Fall Classic Road Race.

The Canton Fall Classic Road Race celebrated its 24th year on Sunday, Oct. 28 with a record breaking number of runners. This year the parking lot at Temple Beth Abraham was over flowing with vendors giving out free samples. It is considered to be one of the more scenic road races in the South Shore with a tough but beautiful course. The 5K offers a competitive alternative for those interested in a shorter and faster race. Both the 5K and 10K courses are accurate, wheel measured with split time and water stations. The Fun Run was fun and the kids did a great job. The runners who registered before Oct. 15 received long sleeve dri-fit tee shirt with the race sponsors listed on the back. There were also lots of prizes for the top finishers. In…

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5 Things Oct 26: Get Ready for a Very Busy Weekend of Halloween Events

Today take a class in T'ai Chi or line dancing at St. Gerards Church.

  1. There's a 9 a.m. T-ai Chi class at the Canton Council on Aging. Then at 10 a.m. join Robin Giampa for Ladies Room. 2. At 10:30 a.m. it's Storytime at the  Canton Public Library for ages 2 1/2 to 5 1/2. No registration necessary. Location: Library Children's Room  3. 1:30 p.m. there's line dancing at St. Gerards Church. This class is sponsored by the Canton Council on Aging. 4. At 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct 28, get ready for the Canton Department of Recreation Halloween Parade. The parade begins at the Bank of Canton parking lot. Ghouls, ghosts and goblins are encouraged to participate in this annual event. Another weeekend happening on Oct 28, is the Canton Fall Classic Road Race which begins at 10 a.m. at Temple Beth Abraham. And for your …

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5 Things, Sept. 17: School Closed for Rosh Hashanah

Also today: Fall C.S.A. shares at Pakeen Farm have begun - find out what's available!

1. No school today for staff and students, it's the Jewish New Year of Rosh Hashanah. High Holiday services at Temple Beth Abraham in Canton begin at 8:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., 10 a.m. at Temple Beth David. 2. The Fall C.S.A. shares at Pakeen Farm began on Sept. 6 and runs through Nov. 17. (Pro-rated shares are available for those signing up after Sept. 6.) Fresh vegetables and farm produce, no chemicals and right here in Canton! Contact: Pakeen Farm, 109 Elm Street (781) 828-0111 for more information. 3. How about a little song or two? Join in at karaoke at the Canton Council on the Aging at 2 p.m. today. You don't have to be a professional, it's a fun way to spend an afternoon. 4. An informative meeting for all First Time Home Buyers will …

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High Holy Day Services at Area Synagogues

Here is a look of High Holy Day services for Temple Beth David in Westwood, Temple Beth Abraham in Canton and Temple Beth David in Canton.

To all the Patch readers of the Jewish faith: L'Shana Tova and G'mar Hatimah Tovah. The following schedule of services for the High Holy Days has been provided by the Synagogues. Temple Israel (Sharon) Rosh Hashanah Sunday- Sept. 16 Monday- Sept. 17 Tuesday- Sept. 18 Tuesday- Sept. 25 Wednesday- Sept. 26 Temple Beth David (Westwood) Rosh Hashanah Services for Erev Rosh Hashanah (Sunday, September 16) will be at 8 p.m. On Monday, September 17, the early services will be at 8:30 a.m. and the late services will be at 11:30 a.m. There will be a Yeladim Service (Children's Service) in the afternoon at 3 p.m. On Tuesday, September 18, services will be at 10 a.m. The Tashlich Service will be at 12:15 p.m. Yom Kippur Kol Nidrei (Tuesday, September…

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: May 21, 2012

Annual Art Show begins at Canton High School.

1.  Learning through play today at 1:30pm - 2:30pm at the Canton Public Library. This free program is open to all preschool children and their parents. Presented by Marsha Wright. Register at Jr. Room. Funded by Mass.Dept.of Early Education. 2.  Join master story teller and educator Rivka Horowitz, MA Ed and Special Education and hear the story “The Very Best Gift” in honor of the holiday of Shavuot. Choose the gift that you want in your package, wrap and decorate your gift. At  the 5:00 pm at the Canton Public Library. 3.  The Canton High School Annual Art Show begins tonight and runs from 6:30pm - 8:30pm and runs through Thursday evening. 4. In collaboration with Rodman Ford, Temple Beth Abraham is holding a raffle for an open-end two-…

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Temple Beth Abraham Raffles Off a 2012 Red Ford Mustang Lease or Up-To $10,000 in Cash

Take a chance on being able to win a two-year lease of a new Ford Mustang or winning up to $10,000 in cash.

The following is from a press release from Temple Beth Abraham: Dream no more, driving around town in a brand new, 2012 Red Ford Mustang may become a reality for some lucky winner.  In collaboration with Rodman Ford, Temple Beth Abraham is holding a raffle for an open-end two-year lease of a new Mustang.  Purchasing a raffle ticket will not only give you a chance to be in the driver’s seat of this classic automobile, but you will help provide support to an institution that has been part of the community since 1914.   Temple member Ken Gordon is so excited about this thrilling fundraising project. “This is a great fundraiser that Temple Beth Abraham is bringing to our community.  Each ticket will be $100 and only a limited number of tickets…

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Temple Beth Abraham Honors Yale Zussman for Reading Entire Torah

Local man finishes lifelong ambition to read the entire Torah.

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Temple Beth Abraham Hosts Lego Event on March 18

Canton kids will reconstruct the Old City with Legos.

Rome may not have been built in a day, but, at Temple Beth Abraham in Canton, the community is invited to build the Old City of Jerusalem in just two hours. Instead of using bricks, stone and mortar, architect Stephen Schwartz will lead the group in the reconstruction of the a 16 foot x 16 foot model of the Old City made entirely of Lego bricks. Over 60,000 Legos will be available to build the model that will include many of the architectural elements of Jerusalem. Each builder will be given a particular piece of the city to build and towards the end of the program, every building and wall will be put together to create the model. Schwartz has been leading these building events across the northeast and Temple Beth Abraham is honored that …

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Temple Beth Abraham in Canton Receives Commendation for Community Service

The Canton temple received praise from the Norfolk County Sheriff.

Temple Beth Abraham received a commendation from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for its efforts in supplying food and toiletries to the Canton Food Pantry.   In 2011, the congregants of Temple Beth Abraham, led by the Social Action Committee, collected record amounts of much needed necessities for the those in our community that need assistance. Michael G. Bellotti, sheriff of Norfolk County writes, “Congratulations and thank you for your outstanding efforts in gathering donations for the Canton Food Pantry.  The entire Temple Beth Abraham congregation deserves high praise for working so hard to help people in need.  The positive effects of your charitable endeavors cannot be overstated.”  Temple Beth Abraham is grateful to have an …

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