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Welcome
The North Fork Reform Synagogue is a small inclusive congregation meeting spiritual, educational, social and cultural enrichment needs of our members in the Reform Jewish tradition. We embrace families and individuals, Jews by birth or “by choice,” non-Jews and Jews regardless of ethnic or racial background, sexual orientation or gender identity.
We support the local community through outreach programs with special emphasis on the arts and social justice issues.
The North Fork Reform Synagogue has no permanent staff, so our members build strong bonds as we work together to enrich our lives and keep our congregation vibrant. Our student rabbis from Hebrew Union College give us fresh perspectives as we learn together.
Drop in for a service or event and experience the exceptional warmth and friendship of the North Fork Reform Synagogue. You’ll want to return.
OUR PROGRAMS
Shabbat Schmooze and Learn
Coming on December 12th at 4:00 pm: “Latkes with Love!”. With our very own Ellen Love demonstrating her favorite latke recipe.
Our November 14th presentation was “Living Your True Passion” with Marissa Drago of Main Road Biscuit Company in Jamesport. Click here to see the video.
On October 31st we presented “The 19th Amendment and the Fight for Universal Suffrage” with Martha Potter from the League of Women Voters. See the video of the presentation here.
Book Club
On December 19th at 11:00 am, the NFRS Book Club will discuss The Last Kings of Shanghai by Pulitzer-prize winner, Jonathan Kaufman.
This is the remarkable history of how two rival Jewish families, the Sassoons and the Kadoories, participated in an economic boom that opened China to the world, but remained blind to the country’s deep inequality and to the political turmoil at their doorsteps. Zoom access instructions to be sent via email.
North Fork Foodie Tour Launched on September 13th!
This year we celebrated the bounty of the North Fork with our 14th Annual Foodie Tour. But due to Covid-19, it was the first one delivered virtually. We had and still have an exciting menu of live talks and demonstrations which have been recorded. Take behind-the-scenes video tours to see and hear the stories of the people who dedicate their lives to producing fresh, local foods and beverages on the North Fork.
Check out our website here!
OUR CLERGY
Our Cantor
Ilana is a classically trained operatic soprano and cantorial soloist. She comes from a deep tradition of Jewish music. Her father is the esteemed cantor and composer Dr. Charles Davidson. Ilana is a winner of four Grammy Awards and has had an impressive singing career in operas and concerts, including performances at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. We are blessed to have Ilana with us for the High Holidays.
WAYS TO DONATE
There are several different ways to donate to NFRS. One way is to send in a donation check or pay by credit card using our donation form. But do you also know that Amazon will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to NFRS every time you shop on Amazon Smile? It’s easy to set up and shop as you usually do. Learn how to register here and start donating with your next purchase!
OUR CALENDAR
Check out our calendar.
We offer Friday evening services and a variety of events throughout the year so please join us!
Upcoming Events:
Coming on Sunday, December 13th at 4:00 pm
Oh Hanukkah Oh Hanukkah….join us virtually as we light the community menorah on the Cutchogue Village Green. Bring your families to celebrate Hanukkah with sing-a-long songs led by Cantor Ilana. Listen to stories, play dreidel, and eat latkes of your own making! Please register here if you are not a member of NFRS.
On Friday, November 6th, we held a special service, Voices of Kristallnacht, to honor victims. Click here to watch a recording of the service.
OUR NEWSLETTER
The pandemic has not stopped NFRS from continuing our Services and programs. We have become Zoom experts and take the Foodie Tour online. Check out our exemplary Zoom High Holiday Services, our continuing Shabbat Schmooze & Learn offerings, Kristallnacht and Hanukkah special activities — virtually, of course!
You are welcome to join us in celebrating the New Year and worshiping on Yom Kippur. View 2020 High Holiday Services here. High Holiday 2020 Schedule.
Photo Gallery
Take a look at different events, occasions, and ‘happenings’ here at our synagogue. Our Mitzvah Day celebrations, Tikkun Olam, simchas and special occasions!
Video Gallery
See our videos on Purim and Rosh Hashanah.
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Social Action
Our community is actively involved with coordinating the efforts of the congregation’s activities, fulfilling the mitzvah of tikkun olam, repairing the world.
Youth Groups
Combined social, educational, religious and social action programs to create opportunities for the synagogue’s children to create lasting friendships.
Newsletter Archive
Read more about what’s going on in our synagogue and community. Read about us… upcoming events and this weeks happenings.
Recipes for Passover
View our Passover Cookbook for 2020
