Events & Services

Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Morning Minyan
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link).

Weekly Study Group
The weekly study group meets to read and discuss excerpts from Jewish-themed books and texts. FMI and for this week’s text please contact rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Shabbat Services
Join us for Shabbat Shacharit (morning services) with Torah and Haftarah readings followed by a lunch oneg.

Tisha b’Av Gathering
We’ll meet at Rockport Marine Park for a Tisha b’Av reading and discussion of Eicha (the Book of Lamentations). We’ll reflect on the human capacity to remain resilient in a broken world on this fast day, which commemorates communal mourning for the tragedies that have befallen the Jewish people. Bring blankets and flashlights.

Soup Kitchen
Adas Yoshuron prepares and serves the Soup Kitchen Community Dinner at St. Peter's Church in Rockland on the first Sunday of every month. If you'd like to volunteer please contact Soup Kitchen coordinator Linda Garson Smith: lindagarson.smith@gmail.com.

Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Morning Minyan
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link).

Bet Midrash
The Bet Midrash is a 90-minute session to study a common text both in a chevruta (as partners) and as a group. All are welcome! FMI please contact Rabbi Lorin: rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Weekly Study Group
The weekly study group meets to read and discuss excerpts from Jewish-themed books and texts. FMI and for this week’s text please contact rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Shabbat Dinner and Services Celebrating Seasonal and New Members
New and longstanding members, seasonal and year-round residents, please join us for this community Shabbat service and dinner!

Family Fun Day at the Lake
Summer Camp Day at the lake. Bring family and friends to this festive and fun family day. Lunch will be served. Swimming, games, community.
For precise location and to RSVP please call the office: 207-594-4523.

Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Morning Minyan
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link).

Bet Midrash
The Bet Midrash is a ninety-minute session to study a common text both in a chevruta (as partners) and as a group. All are welcome! FMI please contact Rabbi Lorin: rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Weekly Study Group
The weekly study group meets to read and discuss excerpts from Jewish-themed books and texts. FMI and for this week’s text please contact rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Shabbat Services
Join us for Shabbat Shacharit (morning services) with Torah and Haftarah readings.

Havdalah at Belfast Ecovillage
Join us as we end Shabbat together with the beautiful Havdalah ritual and a potluck supper. RSVP to info@adasyoshuron.org.


Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Morning Minyan
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link).

Bet Midrash
The Bet Midrash is a ninety-minute session to study a common text both in a chevruta (as partners) and as a group. All are welcome! FMI please contact Rabbi Lorin: rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Weekly Study Group
The weekly study group meets to read and discuss excerpts from Jewish-themed books and texts. FMI and for this week’s text please contact rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Join us for Kabbalat Shabbat services followed by a light oneg.

Shacharit for Rosh Chodesh Elul
We welcome the month of Elul with a morning service including Hallel (Songs of Praise) and Torah reading. In person and on Zoom.

Family Fun Day and Community Picnic
The Adas Yoshuron community is invited to join this year’s Hebrew School students and prospective students for an end-of-summer, beginning-of-the-school-year picnic, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and family fun! Please bring a blanket or chairs and a picnic lunch. Meet new friends and welcome old ones as we begin an exciting year of learning and discovery together.
For precise location and to RSVP please contact Hebrew School teacher Elizabeth Beggarly: hebrewschool@adasyoshuron.org or call the office: 207-594-4523.

Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Morning Minyan
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link).

Bet Midrash
The Bet Midrash is a ninety-minute session to study a common text both in a chevruta (as partners) and as a group. All are welcome! FMI please contact Rabbi Lorin: rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Weekly Study Group
The weekly study group meets to read and discuss excerpts from Jewish-themed books and texts. FMI and for this week’s text please contact rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Shabbat by the Lake
Join us for Shabbat with outdoor services and lunch at a community member’s lakeside home. Please contact the office for location and directions: 207-594-4523; info@adasyoshuron.org.


Books & Bagels
Books and Bagels meets in July to discuss Yuval Noah Harari’s new book, Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI.

Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Join us for Kabbalat Shabbat services followed by a dessert oneg.

Talk with Cookbook Author and Chef Carol Anne Pock
Join us for Rock Around the Lox with Carol Pock. FMI: info@adasyoshuron.org.

Morning Minyan
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link).

Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Shabbat Services
Join us for Shabbat Shacharit (morning services) with Torah and Haftarah readings.

Weekly Study Group
The weekly study group meets to read and discuss excerpts from Jewish-themed books and texts. FMI and for this week’s text please contact rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Bet Midrash
The Bet Midrash is a 90-minute session to study a common text both in a chevruta (as partners) and as a group. All are welcome! FMI please contact Rabbi Lorin: rabbi@adasyoshuron.org. This week only on a Thursday (regularly held on Wednesdays).

Morning Minyan
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link).

Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Adas Yoshuron Songbook
We’ll spend the first hour learning the meanings and melodies of the songs in our services and the second hour singing songs that those present will choose. Bring your instrument and words to your favorite songs.

Shabbat at the Beach
Join us as we welcome Shabbat with a picnic dinner at Birch Point State Park in Owls Head.

Weekly Study Group
The weekly study group meets to read and discuss excerpts from Jewish-themed books and texts. FMI and for this week’s text please contact rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Bet Midrash
The Bet Midrash is a 90-minute session to study a common text both in a chevruta (as partners) and as a group. All are welcome! FMI please contact Rabbi Lorin: rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Morning Minyan
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link).

Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Adas Yoshuron Songbook
We’ll spend the first hour learning the meanings and melodies of the songs in our services and the second hour singing songs that those present will choose. Bring your instrument and words to your favorite songs.

Shabbat Hike
Join Rabbi Lorin for a gentle hike in the Belfast area, with prayerful stops along the way, as we tune into and appreciate the beauty of the midcoast and this sacred day. RSVP (info@adasyoshuron.org) by June 26 for details on location.

Pride Shabbat Services
Please join us in a special Kabbalat Shabbat service to honor the movement for LGBTQ+ equality and inclusion, celebrate victories against discrimination, and to commit to the work ahead. We will sing, share poetry and stories, and enjoy some delicious desserts.

Weekly Study Group
The weekly study group meets to read and discuss excerpts from Jewish-themed books and texts. FMI and for this week’s text please contact rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Bet Midrash
The Bet Midrash is a 90-minute session to study a common text both in a chevruta (as partners) and as a group. All are welcome! FMI please contact Rabbi Lorin: rabbi@adasyoshuron.org. This week only on a Thursday (regularly held on Wednesdays).

Morning Minyan: Rosh Chodesh Tamuz
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. We welcome in Tamuz with the recitation of Hallel. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link). THIS WEEK ON THURSDAY (usually on Wednesdays).

Community Conversation and Soup
Join us for a listening circle with open dialogue around the complex time we are living in: war, antisemitism, authoritarianism, disruption, and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. We'll share soup and conversation. RSVPs appreciated: info@adasyoshuron.org.

Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Shabbat Services
Join us for Shabbat Shacharit (morning services) with Torah and Haftarah readings.

Weekly Study Group
The weekly study group meets to read and discuss excerpts from Jewish-themed books and texts. FMI and for this week’s text please contact rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Bet Midrash
The Bet Midrash is a 90-minute session to study a common text both in a chevruta (as partners) and as a group. All are welcome! FMI please contact Rabbi Lorin: rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Morning Minyan
Weekly in-person traditional morning service, mostly in Hebrew, filled with song. Great opportunity to hear the traditional nusach (chanted melodies) and be with the community in prayer. In the sanctuary and on zoom (see the weekly email for the link).

Weekly Jewish Meditation Group
Join us for our weekly "sit" for anyone who would like to meditate together. For those wanting some basic instruction please arrive at 4:45 p.m. If you are interested in participating but cannot make this gathering, or if you'd like to learn more, please email rabbi@adasyoshuron.org.

Maine Conference for Jewish Life
The annual Maine Conference for Jewish Life at Thomas College in Waterville features a remarkable roster of classes, art, services, and other activities for all ages. Come for the entire weekend, or for any part of it. Find the full schedule here.
Full scholarships are available, and cost should not be a barrier to attendance. Pay as you wish, and come experience this unique opportunity to come together with the Maine Jewish community. Learn more and register here. FMI: jewishlife@colby.edu.