Not only is it a museum- and a lovely one at that, thus beautiful synagogue, recently renovated,…read morehouses an active congregation. Their Rabbi is personable, smart and seems to be a great leader. Saturday's prayers are on the main floor in the Beit Midrash....larger services are held on the second floor in the most beautiful sanctuary. I've had the opportunity to worship here three times, and look forward to the next opportunity. Centrally located near the Old Port section of Portland, it is easy to get here. Friday nights join at 6pm for a Reform style service. Saturday mornings the service is traditional, egalitarian with a triennial Torah reading. The pace is good, always ending well before noon. Stay for a small bite and time to meet the others.

This is a wonderful congregation. My only regret is I am not more involved. My wife is Jewish and I…read moream Presbyterian clergy. We first attended Kol Nidre when we moved to Portland from PA six years ago & have been ever since.

While this is an Orthodox Shul, it is very welcoming to Jews of any stripe, and non-Jews too. The…read morearchitecture is interesting -- built like an upside down boat so there are no columns blocking the view of the bema from any place in the Shul. Being Orthodox, the women are separated from the men with a curtain, but the 2 groups mingle comfortably for Kiddush after the service.

Wonderful Shul just like in the Shtetl. You will be welcome and included by this traditional…read moreOrthodox Community.

TBINH is a very special place in the Lakes Region. As the only Reform Synagogue for many miles in…read moreany direction, it truly is the center for Jewish Life in the Lakes Region. The Friday night services with Rabbi Heilman really ground you for the week ahead. The 'We Care' concerts that benefit many local non-profits, the NH Jewish Food Festival, and the congregations participation in the Laconia Multi-cultural Festival and Interfaith groups make it an integral part of the community.

Great church, very friendly people love the community and also there food pantry is great! The…read morechurch is a beautiful place and all are welcome.