Covid-19 Response & Resources

Masks:

In the spirit of our Jewish values, Temple Israel relies on members and visitors to protect one another, especially those currently ineligible for vaccination.

At level GREEN:

• Unvaccinated adults and children (over the age of 2) must wear masks covering mouth and nose when attending services/events in the building and when moving around the building.
• Fully vaccinated individuals may choose to go mask-free.

Distancing:

Half of the Sanctuary will retain the 6-foot distancing markers (marked for household units) to
accommodate members whose vaccination status or preference dictates some physical
separation.

The other half of the Sanctuary will be open to allow individuals to choose their level of spacing according to their risk and comfort.

Refreshments:

food may be served pre-packaged or buffet-style.

Masks:

In the spirit of our Jewish values, Temple Israel relies on members and visitors to protect
one another, especially those currently ineligible for vaccination.

At level YELLOW:

• All adults and children (over the age of 2) must wear masks covering mouth and nose when attending services/events in the building and when moving around the building.
• Those who have difficulty wearing masks for extended periods of time for health reasons are asked to leave the Sanctuary or event room to take a private break before removing their mask.
• Rabba Kaya and other fully vaccinated service leaders may be mask free on the Bimah while leading services.
• Fully vaccinated individuals may remove their mask while actively reading on the Bimah (during an Aliyah, when reading Torah), removing it once on the Bimah and replacing it before stepping down.

YELLOW level only: As an additional option for those who struggle to wear masks for extended periods, fully vaccinated people may participate in the service from the balcony mask-free.

Distancing:

Half of the Sanctuary will retain the 6-foot distancing markers (marked for household units) to
accommodate members whose vaccination status or preference dictates some physical
separation.

The other half of the Sanctuary will be open to allow individuals to choose their level of spacing according to their risk and comfort.

Refreshments:

Oneg and kiddush may be served, with the following guidelines:

• Food will be pre-packaged for attendees to collect from a buffet table, or will be served by volunteers or staff (no self-serve buffets).
• Attendees are asked to queue or remain at a table to be served, rather than congregating at food tables.
• Tables will be spaced at an appropriate distance. Congregants who are unvaccinated or at increased risk are encouraged to distance themselves.
• Masks can be removed indoors for the purposes of eating but should be worn at all other times, including when moving around or collecting food.

Masks:

In the spirit of our Jewish values, Temple Israel relies on members and visitors to protect one another, especially those currently ineligible for vaccination.

At levels YELLOW and ORANGE:

• All adults and children (over the age of 2) must wear masks covering mouth and nose when attending services/events in the building and when moving around the building.
• Those who have difficulty wearing masks for extended periods of time for health reasons are asked to leave the Sanctuary or event room to take a private break before removing their mask.
• Rabba Kaya and other fully vaccinated service leaders may be mask free on the Bimah while leading services.
• Fully vaccinated individuals may remove their mask while actively reading on the Bimah (during an Aliyah, when reading Torah), removing it once on the Bimah and replacing it before stepping down.

Distancing:

Half of the Sanctuary will retain the 6-foot distancing markers (marked for household units) to
accommodate members whose vaccination status or preference dictates some physical separation.

The other half of the Sanctuary will be open to allow individuals to choose their level of spacing according to their risk and comfort.

Refreshments:

will not be served.

Update 5/25/2022: The Board of Directors approved a process for granting exceptions to the "no indoor refreshments" policy in order to permit food service under certain circumstances. Please contact the temple office for details.