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Spring 2020 Program Guide

March, April, May

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WEEKLY SERVICESShabbatFriday evenings, 6:30 pmSaturday mornings, 10:00 amFollowed by a Kiddush lunch.

ShacharitSunday mornings, 8:30 amFollowed by a light breakfast.

SPECIAL SERVICESSisterhood Shabbat & LuncheonSaturday, March 14, 10:00 amJoin us for a special Shabbat service for the whole community, led by members of Temple Sholom’s Sisterhood. A festive lunch, sponsored by Sisterhood will follow.

If you would like to participate in the service, there are many roles available. Please contact Joan Mann at 203-869-4417 or jbmann59@yahoo.com.

Shir Hadash Musical Shabbats Fridays; March 20, April 3, May 8; 6:30 pmThe Temple Sholom Band joins Cantor Sandy to create a spirited and soulful welcome to Shabbat. Immerse yourself in the musical ruach (spirit) with both new and familiar melodies creating a joyful Shabbat experience for all.

PURIMSee page 5 for other Purim festivities

Traditional Megillah ReadingMonday, March 97:30 pm Bar & Snacks8:00 pm Ma’ariv & Megillah Reading

PASSOVERFast of the First Born SiyyumWednesday, April 8, 7:30 amA siyyum (celebration) is a custom that overrides the requirement for all firstborns to fast, commemorating those first born Israelites that were spared during the Ten Plagues. Join us for a brief service followed by breakfast.

Burning of the ChametzWednesday, April 8, 9:30 amBring your remaining chametz for a special Passover ritual burning ceremony.

Passover ServicesThursday, April 9; Friday, April 10; Wednesday, April 15; Thursday, April 16 (with Yizkor); 10:00 am

SHAVUOTTikkun LeilThursday, May 28, 8:00 pm

ServicesFriday, May 29; Saturday, May 30 (with Yizkor); 10:00 am

Coffee with the President

Coffee with The President

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WEEKLY PROGRAMSShabbat StudySaturdays, 9:00 am–10:00 amShabbat Study is a friendly, engaging and in-depth discussion of the Tanach. This weekly group is led by a rotating group of clergy, congregants and special guests. Learners of all backgrounds are welcome and no prior knowledge is required. Join in at any time.

Lunch ‘n LearnTuesdays, 12:00 pm–1:00 pmStudy Jewish ethics through the lens of the rabbinic sages with Rabbi Mitch or a special guest teacher. A free kosher lunch is provided. There is no LNL on May 19.

MONTHLY PROGRAMSGame NightHosted by SisterhoodMondays, 7:00 pm–9:15 pm March 16; April 13; May 11Masters and novices alike are invited to play Mah Jongg or Canasta. The cost to play is $5.00 per person or $10.00 with instructor. Registration is required to Laurie Siegel at LAS8807@aol.com.

ADULT PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTSCoffee with the PresidentSunday, April 19, 9:00–10:00 am Temple Sholom President, Alexandra Hochman, continues her series of get to know you events. Join Alexandra for coffee and an opportunity to discuss ways to enrich your Temple Sholom experience.

JEWEL—Spring Wine Tasting and Flower Arranging ClassWednesday, April 22, 7:00 pmJoin the ladies of JEWEL (Jewish Enrichment for Women Engaged in Learning) as we enjoy delicious food from Mike’s Organic, learn the intricacies of flower arranging from House of Flowers’s Frank Soriano and indulge in delicious wines with expert wine connoisseur Allie Speiser. Fee is $36.00 per person. To register contact, alice.schoen@templesholom.com. Chairs: Jess Bernstein, Rebecca Cooper, Allie Speiser.

This event is taking place off site at Mike’s Organic, 377 Fairfield Ave in Stamford.

An Evening with Pamela SchullerComedian, Speaker, AdvocateWednesday, April 29, 7:00 pmPamela Schuller is relentlessly funny. Her observations on disability, mental illness, dating, family and past misadventures have led to brutally honest conversations about the topic of inclusion. Pamela doesn’t just “tolerate” what makes her different; she embraces, loves it and finds the funny in it...while challenging her audiences to do the same. Program is free and open to the community and appropriate for adults and teens.

RSVP to alice.schoen@templesholom.com or 203-542-7165.

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SISTERHOOD Sisterhood ShabbatSaturday, March 14, 10:00 amJoin us for a special Shabbat service for the whole community, led by members of Temple Sholom’s Sisterhood. See page 2 for more information.

From Germany to China Thursday, April 2, 7:00 pmEllen Chaim Kracko was born in China after her parents fled from Nazi Germany to Shanghai. Ellen will be here to share her family’s story and their trek which also included Israel and ultimately the United States.

Rosh ChodeshThursday, April 23, 7:00 pm“Biblical Women Reinterpreted” Emily Jaeger discusses modern poetry’s take on our biblical heroines.

Annual Lag B’Omer TripTuesday, May 12Experience everyday life in Crown Heights on Sisterhood’s annual Lag B’Omer outing.

Rosh ChodeshWednesday, May 20, 7:30 pmCelebrate and discuss the holiday of Shavuot with Cantor Sandy.

For all Sisterhood programs, please RSVP to sisterhood@templesholom.com or call Audrey Kahn at 203-661-2055.

SOCIAL ACTIONPre-Passover Food DriveRunning from March 15–April 5Please help us collect non-perishable food items to support Neigbhor to Neighbor, our community food bank. Collection bins will be located in the Temple lobby.

Preparing/Serving Dinner at Inspirica Women’s ShelterMarch 11, April 22, May 11; 5:30–7:00 pmVolunteer to help prepare and serve part of a meal at Inspirica’s Women’s Shelter in Stamford. You can opt to participate as an individual or this is also a great opportunity to involve the whole family. To register, contact Lori Baden, lori.baden@templesholom.com.

Project Ezra Senior LuncheonSunday, March 29 Our senior guests will arrive for lunch at noon. Volunteers can choose to set up and prepare lunch or help greet and serve our guests. Shifts begin at 10:00 am. To volunteer, call 203-542-7165 or contact alice.schoen@templesholom.com.

Midnight Run PreparationOn-goingHelp support Temple Sholom’s upcoming Midnight Run. There are many volunteer opportunities including collecting clothing and personal care items; sorting and organizing donations; planning the run; preparing meals and more. For more information, please contact Scott Kramer, VP of Programming, skramer175@gmail.com.

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PURIM FESTIVITIES FOR ALL AGESOpen to the community

Purim CarnivalSunday, March 8, 11:45 am–1:00 pmJoin us for mystical Frozen Purim Carnival. Games, prizes, hamantaschen and fun for all ages! Tickets are required and can be bought in advance. Prices are $18 for one child; $36 for two or more children, if bought prior to Friday, March 6 at 4pm. At the door the price is $25 for one child; $50 for two or more children. Parents enter free. Go to: www.templesholom.com to purchase tickets.

Purim Puppet ShowMonday March 9, 5:30–6:00 pmRabbi Chaya, Cantor Sandy and Mr. Dave will put on a short purim puppet show for children kindergarten and younger. Free and open to the community. If older siblings want to attend there will be greeting card making station for Purim notes to go with misloach manot.

Pizza and Hamantaschen BakeMonday, March 9, 6:15 pm–7:00 pmEnjoy a pizza dinner while trying your skills at baking traditional Purim cookies, called Hamantaschen. Please rsvp so we know how much pizza and supplies to order. For more information or to rsvp, contact Alice Schoen at alice.schoen@templesholom.com.

Family Abbreviated Purim Story “Not the Whole Megillah”Monday, March 9, 7:00 pm - 7:30 pmJoin us for song and story featuring YOUR CHILDREN. All of the TSLC students have learned special songs for this abbreviated Purim story. Consider bringing an unopened box of pasta as your grogger. We will then donate the pasta to the food pantry at Neighbor to Neighbor, thereby fulfilling the mitzvah of gifts to the poor. Join us for “mocktails”, cocktails and dessert following.

Traditional Megillah ReadingMonday, March 97:30 pm Bar & Snacks8:00 pm Ma’ariv & Megillah ReadingRabbi Chaya, Cantor Sandy and Ezra Konigsberg will read the full traditional Megillah. Come first for snacks and spirits. Consider bringing a box of unopened pasta as your grogger that we can then donate to Neighbor to Neighbor, thereby fulfilling the mitzvah of gifts to the poor.

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UNDER 18 MONTHSItsy Bitsy PlaygroupWednesdays, 10:30 am–11:30 amMarch 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20, 27Whether you are a first-time parent or have multiple children, come chat and play with us at this free playgroup for parents with children under two years old. The unique format of this playgroup allows parents to connect with each other over the joys and bumps of parenthood, while the infants/toddlers are engaged in a group setting with music, motor play and story time. For more information, contact David Cohen, Nursery School Director, 203-622-8121 or david.cohen@templesholom.com.Note: Itsy Bitsy will NOT meet on April 8 or April 15.

PRE-SCHOOL AND YOUNGERPajama ShabbatFridays, March 6, April 24; 5:30 pm–6:30 pmBring the little ones to celebrate Shabbat with Cantor Sandy and Rabbi Chaya. We will sing, dance and hear a story about Shabbat. Children will receive a special gift from Temple Sholom during their birthday month. Everyone is invited to stay after for a family-friendly dinner. Older siblings welcome. Free and open to the community. RSVP to Alice Schoen at alice.schoen@templesholom.com or 203-542-7165.

Purim Carnival for TotsSunday, March 8, 11:45 am–1:00 pmDuring the larger Purim Carnival, Temple Sholom’s Davis Lounge will be turned into a smaller version of our annual Carnival. There will be age appropriate games and crafts and a bouncy house just for them.

Purim Puppet ShowMonday March 9, 5:30–6:00 pmRabbi Chaya, Cantor Sandy and Mr. Dave will put on a short purim puppet show for children kindergarten and younger.

Tot ShavuotFriday, May 29, 10:45 am–12:00 pmGeared for children in pre-school and younger, this special program is an introduction to the holiday of Shavuot, led by our Director of Schools, David Cohen and one of the SMNS music specialists.

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FOR 2ND-4TH GRADERSChocolate SederSunday, March 29, 11:30 am–1:00 pmWhat better way to get ready for Passover but to practice with chocolate versions of seder foods. We will dip our fingers in chocolate milk for the 10 plagues and break our chocolate matzah in half to hide our afikomen. This fun seder will be lead by Rabbi Chaya and Rabbi Kevin. RSVP to rabbichaya@templesholom.com

Youth ProgramSunday, April 19, 11:30 am–1:00 pmRabbi Chaya and Rabbi Kevin are working hard at coming up with an exciting program. The exact theme will be announced shortly.

4TH GRADE & UPShir Sholom Youth/Teen ChoirMeets Sundays, 11:30 am–12:30 pm Share your voice with Temple Sholom’s youth/teen choir! To learn more about Shir Sholom and specific meeting dates, please contact Cantor Sandy at 203-542-7160 or cantorsandy@templesholom.com.

FOR 5TH-7TH GRADERSClub FiveSixSeven Chocolate Seder Tuesday, March 31, 6:00–7:30pmWednesday, April 1, 6:00–7:30 pmWhat better way to get ready for Passover

but to practice with chocolate versions of seder foods. We will dip our fingers in chocolate milk for the 10 plagues and break our chocolate matzah in half to hide our afikomen. A pizza dinner will be provided. This fun seder will be lead by Rabbi Chaya and Rabbi Kevin. RSVP to rabbichaya@templesholom.com

Club FiveSixSeven Hangout Tuesday, April 28, 6:00–7:00pmWednesday, April 29, 6:00–7:00 pmCome hang out after school with friends new and old. There will be pizza and games. RSVP to Rabbi Chaya so she knows how much food to order. Email her at: rabbichaya@templesholom.com

FOR 8TH-12TH GRADERSJudah BBYOChapter Meetings: Tuesdays, March 17; April 28; May 12 and May 26, 7:00 pm–8:30 pm BBYO is a Jewish youth movement that engages teens in fun and meaningful experiences. The Greenwich Chapter, known as Judah BBYO, meets at Temple Sholom, but teens can join regardless of affiliation. For more information about joining, contact Rabbi Chaya, Co-Chapter Advisor, at rabbichaya@templesholom.com.

Other dates to note: Regional Dance on March 7 (off site); April 7 (off site); Regional Spring Convention, May 15-17; Regional sleepover, May 30-31.

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Join Cantor Sandy Bernstein & the Cantors Assembly for

"A Jewish Musical Journey Through Italy"

Rome • Florence • VeniceJune 22–July 2, 2020

Full itinerary, pricing and registration at: secure.ayelet.com/CA2020Italy.aspx

Did you miss putting in a personalized brick at the entrance to Temple Sholom?

BRICK CAMPAIGN PART 2

Last year’s Brick Campaign was well received. Those who participated enjoy seeing their personalized brick when they enter Temple Sholom.

Once the walkway was installed we had many people asking if they could still participate. We have decided to do a 2nd brick laying and are collecting orders now for a summer installation.

A commemorative brick is a wonderful way to honor someone special, commemorate a significant life event or milestone, memorialize someone who is no longer with us. It is also another way to show your appreciation and support to Temple Sholom.

Brick options include:Group supporter brick $1804x8 small brick $5408x8 medium brick $180012x12 large brick $3600

For more information or to purchase a brick, please contact Lori Baden, (203) 542-7172 or

lori.baden@templesholom.com.