December 11, 2025
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Guilford Vol. XXVIII Iss. 50
Synagogue Renovations Come to Conclusion By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer
Renovations at Temple Beth Tikvah have resulted in a brighter and more imposing structure eight years after planning first got underway. This was achieved through the placement
of large windows in the synagogue’s atrium and sanctuary, while the temple also removed numerous trees from its entrance space. These efforts were ultimately done to let the broader shoreline community “know that we’re here,” said project organizer Suzy Frisch. “That’s the statement. The original
builders in 1975, when they started designing this plot, wanted to hide. It was a time when anti-Semitism on the shoreline was worse than it is now,” said Frisch. “Our explicit purpose was opening the space up and being able to put a sign up and saying, See Synagogue Renovations page 8
Long-time music educator and conductor Chris Shepard joins forces with the Con Brio Choral Society to shape two new Christmas concerts in Deep River................................2
A Historic Run The Guilford football team had a season to be proud of, making the playoffs for the first time since 1993...........................................20
The sanctuary area of the newly renovated Temple Beth Tikvah has been given a lighter and more spacious look in Madison. Photo submitted
Holiday Traditions Liz Egan shares her favorite memories from the holiday season over the years.............................24
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