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TEMPLE BETH EL BULLETIN An Egalitarian Conservative Synagogue
www.tbe.org
March/April 2011 Adar I/Adar II/Nisan 5771 Volume 37 Issue 4 (bi-monthly)
Kirtan Havdalah
TBE’s President Eileen H Rosner
Receives Outstanding Senior Volunteer
of the Year Award from
Volunteer Center of Stamford
Remarks by Judy Aronin on page 10
Sisterhood Presents
Meet the Author: Vicki Kobliner
MAKING BAKLAVA
WORLD-WIDE WRAP
Our Religious School’s
first grade collected
tzedakah to plant trees in
Israel under the direction
of their teacher,
Galit Roloff.
SHORASHIM - TBE’s Early Childhood Center
Remember
the SNOW???
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COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
2020 Action Plan Committee Fred Golove 203-322-0295
B’nai Mitzvah Chairperson Terry Hazen 203-329-2202
Board of Education Sheryl Young 203-975-1990
Communications Elissa Garber-Hyman 203-316-8228
Facilities Sylvan Pomerantz 203-968-0605
Finance Allan Lang 203-327-6418
Fund Raising Scott Krowitz 203-348-8680 Peter K. Kempner 203-968-8079
High Holidays Seymour Weinstein 203-353-8873
Beth El Remembers Fred Golove 203-322-0295
Human Resources Scott Krowitz 203-348-8680 Robert Lesser 203-321-8364
Membership Committee Terry Hazen 203-329-2202 Rona Katz 203-329-0666
Project Ezra Joy Katz 203-329-3359
Ritual Committee Gerry Ginsburg 203-322-1324 Susan Schneiderman Eitelberg 203-333-3331
Synaplex Roni Lang 203-327-6418
Youth Programming Walter Morgenthaler 203-968-8581
WHERE TO FIND IT
Joshua Hammerman, Rabbi ......................................... Page 3
George Mordecai, Cantor ............................................. Page 3
Al Treidel, Director of Jewish Life Education .................. Page 4
Ronnie Brockman, Early Childhood Center Director. ....... Page 4
Sidney G. Rabinowitz, Hazzan Emeritus ......................... Page 5
March/April Service Schedule ....................................... Page 6
B‟nai Mitzvah .............................................................. Page 7
Adult Education .......................................................... Page 9
Sisterhood ................................................................ Page 11
Temple Beth El - Board of Trustees
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Eileen H. Rosner, President 203-324-4096 Gary P. Lessen, Immediate Past President 203-322-7617 Peter K. Kempner, First-Vice President 203-968-8079 Jared Finkelstein, Vice President 203-327-2187 Scott Krowitz, Vice President 203-348-8680 Harold Schwartz, Vice President 203-968-0460 Seymour Weinstein, Vice President 203-353-8873 Allan Lang, Treasurer 203-327-6418 Denise Greenman, Secretary 203-329-8594
TRUSTEES David Arditti 203-968-2798 Michael Arons 203-323-8436 Melvin Bloomenthal 203-322-2398 Gordon Brown* 203-325-8911 Rosalea Fisher* 203-323-1449 Gerry Ginsburg 203-322-1324 Fred Golove* 203-322-0295 Ron Gross* 203-325-3114 Terry Hazen 203-329-2202 Elissa Garber-Hyman 203-316-8228 Martin Israel* 203-325-8511 Herbert Kahan* 203-322-3249 Alan Kalter* 203-322-8220 Eric Kaplan 203-323-2383 Doug Karp* 203-972-0910 Rona Katz 203-329-0666 Carol Krim 203-968-1075 Mark Lapine* 203-329-9879 Susan Leiterstein 203-322-5012 Claudia Lubin 203-329-8585 Milton Mann* 203-322-6161 Neil Perlman* 203-354-8663 Sylvan Pomerantz 203-968-0605 Brian Rogol* 203-329-8276 Meira Rosenberg 203-968-0260 Eli Savransky 203-329-2990 Norman Stone 203-866-2273 Ken Temple 203-968-9550 Mia Weinstein 203-595-0528 David Wolff 203-968-6361
SISTERHOOD Wendy Durica, President 914-764-8246
MEN’S CLUB Stuart Nekritz, Representative 203-322-0872
*past president
OUR STAFF IS MOST EAGER TO ASSIST YOU
Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Phone: (203) 322-6901 Fax: (203) 322-0532
Joshua Hammerman, Rabbi ([email protected]) ext. 307 George Mordecai, Cantor ([email protected]) ext. 303 Sidney G. Rabinowitz, Hazzan Emeritus ([email protected]) ext. 309 Steven Lander, Executive Director ([email protected]) ext. 304 Al Treidel, Director of Jewish Life Education ([email protected]) ext. 305 Ronnie Brockman, Early Childhood Center Director ([email protected]) ext. 315 Barbara Murray, Youth Advisor and YJP Program Director ext. 311 Debbie Bouchard, Education Office ([email protected]) ext. 306 Linda Rezak, Bookkeeper ([email protected]) ext. 302 Mindy Rogoff, Temple Secretary ([email protected]) ext. 301 Ellen Gottfried, Secretary ([email protected]) ext. 308 Alberto Eyzaguirre, Facilities Manager ([email protected]) ext. 314 Sisterhood Gift Shop ([email protected]) ext. 310
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ON ONE FOOT
An AshkeSephard Seder at TBE
March and April will bring us a number of special events detailed elsewhere in this
Bulletin, including our “Shir Madness” Klezmer Service on March 5, celebrating Shabbat Across
America; “Purim on the Rocks” for adults on Saturday
night March 20th, featuring the traditional imbibing - responsibly! - (I thought we should call it “Purim on the
Rox!”). Then, on Purim morning, our always-spectacular carnival; our Scholar-in-Residence Jay Michaelson on April
15-16 (one of the best new commentators on the
contemporary Jewish scene), plus our 90th Anniversary Commemorations, all topped off by the special weekend
of April 8-10, when we‟ll be celebrating our TBE heritage and marking a new historic milestone on our journey with
our new Cantor. With all these stirring events upcoming, plus the great services that we have every week, I‟m
going to focus my comments on an event that might not even happen! All these other events will certainly happen, and
unless ol‟ man winter has one more surprise whammy for us, they will be well-attended. But the congregational
second seder, scheduled for April 19 at 7 PM, will happen
only if you let us know SOON. We want to do one, but only if you want us to. We‟ve had several of these
multigenerational events in the past and they‟ve always been fun. But the costs do not make sense unless we
have critical mass – lots of reservations in advance.
This year we have the added privilege of having Cantor Mordecai with us. He brings with him a
background of Sephardic customs and music that will open up to us a whole new world and deepen our
connection to the Jewish people and to our diverse backgrounds and rich history. Of course, there will be
lots of familiar customs and songs too, plus activities for
the kids. He and I are looking forward to putting together a program that will make for an unforgettable
evening – all that and you don‟t have to cook! (BTW, we‟ll only go Sephardic at this seder to a point - no
legumes!)
So please contact us at [email protected] to let us know if you are interested and how many adults and kids
would be coming. We can‟t know precise prices at the moment but we will try to keep them competitive. Since
people need to make plans, we‟ll aim to let people know by March 15 whether the TBE Seder is a “go.”
And best wishes from all the Hammermans for a
happy Purim and kosher and joyous Passover.
Rabbi Joshua Hammerman PLEASE BE AWARE...
Because of strict confidentiality regulations, Stamford Hospital limits the access that clergy have to patient
population lists.
Please help us to help you and your loved ones by contacting the rabbi directly, by voice mail (322-6901
x307) or email ([email protected]) when you know of
someone in the hospital.
CANTOR GEORGE MORDECAI
Recently, I had the pleasure of participating in a series of concerts
with Seraphic Fire, a premier
nationally acclaimed vocal ensemble. The performance was entitled “Out of Babylon” and it
followed my family‟s journey from Iraq to India, Singapore, and Australia, and finally, my arrival in
America. Throughout the performance, we explored
different musical approaches to a selection of very ancient sacred poems ranging from simple, plain chant to
more elaborate arrangements. I have performed quite extensively over the last 20 years but this particular
project struck at the very core of my being. As I sang these ornately textured musical scales and motifs, I
thought of my Uncle Shaul who patiently imparted this
musical tradition to me, effortlessly demonstrating the subtleties and nuances of this musical and liturgical art
form. I also reflected upon my family‟s story, an epic narrative of joy, suffering, effort and triumph of will and
realized that all of us have similar stories to tell. The
geographical location and road travelled might be different, but the more I listen to people‟s accounts of
their families‟ journeys, the more it becomes evident to me that our experience, whether Ashkenazic, Sephardic
or Middle Eastern, are remarkably similar.
On April 10 at 7pm, I will be performing at Beth El with a group of very talented musicians and spiritual
leaders from many different Jewish cultures, ranging from Israel, Argentina, America, Canada and North Africa. In a
concert entitled “From Baghdad to Beth El,” we will play and sing traditional Iraqi and Yemenite piyutim - sacred
Jewish poems. I will also be performing selections from
Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen, two contemporary Jewish poets who, along with the music of my tradition, have
had a monumental impact on my life and artistic development.
All of us have a very powerful story to tell. We all are
the products of our ancestors‟ journeys as they made their way across oceans, deserts, tropical rainforests and
war torn lands to give us an opportunity to grow and evolve.
Cantor George Mordecai
PASSOVER
Need help preparing for Passover? Check out TBE’s website for our own “A Guide for the Perplexed” and for the link to the Rabbinical Assembly Pesach Guide.
www.tbe.org
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AL TREIDEL DIRECTOR of JEWISH LIFE
L’dor Vador
As we head into the Purim/
Passover season, one needs to think
about the incredible stories, deeds and lessons learned from a group of all too familiar figures. We look with
pride and easily connect with Moses, Aaron, Miriam, Mordecai and Esther. They and many others should
serve as a source of inspiration. Not too long ago I received an email from someone
who “Googled” an article that I wrote, in the Beth El
Bulletin exactly one year ago, about my family. He is a distant relative and was trying to learn more about an
Uncle Herbert Treidel who lived in my father‟s town and moved to Australia during the Shoah. We spoke on the
telephone and I told him all that I knew about my family
and our North African origins and how the family ultimately made their way to the Rhineland area of Germany. I called
my 96 year-old uncle in Denver who related more information to me about Herbert‟s family who were distant
cousins and, like my grandparents, were in the cattle business. Having painfully reviewed the deportation
papers of the Jews in Mayen, I knew that Herbert‟s parents
had perished in the Holocaust and I promised to try to find out which camps they had been sent to.
Today‟s Jewish youth is two generations removed from the Shoah and three or four generations away from
our immigrant ancestors. Like the Purim and Passover
stories, it is just as critical that future generations understand who they are. There are many incredible
stories to preserve along with interesting information that should be passed on to our children. I am the family
historian and the “go to person” when anyone is
interested in family history. Usually every family has at least one “go to person.”
I want my children and their children to know about my grandfather William Chait who, at the age of 15,
walked from Galicia to Rotterdam to board a ship for America just one day prior to the start of World War I.
They need to know that my great-grandparents were
separated for 12 years before they were reunited in New York City. My great-grandmother Lena Chait (4‟9” tall)
supported two little boys in Galicia during World War I by washing clothes for the soldiers, carrying 100 pound sacks
of potatoes on her back, and picking up lumps of coal
along the railroad tracks to keep her family warm. They should know about my great-great-grandfather Berka Brill
who, at the age of nine, was kidnapped by the Russian Army in Kovno, Lithuania and was forced to serve for 25
years in Helsinki, Finland where he ultimately established a home and business for his 16 children.
They were all super-heroes in my eyes and how they
lived and survived should serve as an inspiration to future generations. It is incumbent upon all of us to preserve
our family history and share it with our offspring. Best wishes for a happy Purim and a kosher Pesach!
Al Treidel
RONNIE BROCKMAN Early Childhood Center Director
Passover Is for the Children!
There is an ancient custom to spread nuts on the
seder table before the seder begins. And what is that deep, dark, hidden meaning behind the custom? Simply,
to arouse the curiosity of the kids.
There is also the well known, time honored custom of hiding the afikomen and letting the children hunt for it.
Again, another tradition designed to keep children involved at the seder.
The following list is just a few ideas that will help
keep the kids involved:
Have head scarves and robes, suitable for desert wear,
and sheets to make tents available for dress up and role
playing.
Put out a suitcase and encourage children to pack
things that they would take if they were going to move away very quickly and had to decide really fast. A
variation is to let each participant pick the one most important thing that cannot be left behind.
Put some small plastic frogs on the table for counting
and sorting.
Adapt puppets to portray Pharaoh, Moses, Aaron and
Miriam for dramatic play.
Take a Pretend Taste Of Bitter Herb - Make A Funny
Face
As the meal is served, name your favorite Pesach food.
Say, “My compliments to the chef.”
Have children pitch-in with preparations. They can:
Make place cards for the guests; help set the table; clean
the house.
Play “I Spy” to identify or introduce ritual objects,
Pesach foods or anything else at the seder; for example: I spy something … round on the table (answer: seder plate); … squishy that Grandma gave you (answer: a pillow); … hard and crunchy (answer: matzah); … that
reminds us of laying bricks (answer: haroset)
Wishing you and your family a
meaningful, enjoyable seder, and a happy
and healthy Pesach! Ronnie Brockman
SHORASHIM OPEN HOUSE
Tuesday, March 29 at 9:30 a.m. (with babysitting) and
7:00 p.m.
NEW PROGRAMS for
TWO YEAR OLDS and THREE YEAR OLDS
Contact Ronnie Brockman 203-322-6901, ext. 315 or [email protected]
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THE HAZZAN’S VOICE
Never question the power of music! Many times throughout the years your
Rabbi and Hazzan, together with the Adult
Choir and/or Jr. Choir, have brought the wealth of our liturgy and its music to
churches in the Stamford area. Conversely, church groups have performed at our Temple.
In the 1980‟s and 1990‟s a series of concerts entitled
“A Celebration of Choirs,” sponsored by The Council of Churches and Synagogues, were performed in Stamford -
one year at Temple Beth El. I was privileged to be the musical director of the concert in 1991, which featured
choirs from eleven religious institutions and held at St. John‟s Roman Catholic Church on Atlantic Street.
While the respect and understanding of each other‟s
liturgy and music was vastly heightened, it could not “hold a candle” to the impact generated by a concert
performed this past November by a chorus of 20 cantors at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e die Martiri, a
cavernous church in Rome adapted by Michelandelo from
the ancient Baths of Diocletian. The reform cantors, members of the American
Conference of Cantors, serve congregations in California, Arizona, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia,
Georgia, Florida and Texas. The concert featured a
range of prayers and texts set to both traditional melodies and music by composers dating from the
Renaissance to the present day. Before each piece a cantor stepped forward to describe the selection, explain
its place in the Jewish religious service and provide information about the musical setting.
“Our goal,” stated one cantor, “was to educate
people in Jewish culture and the synagogue. We feel that through music you can heal, make friends, touch
people and reach out.” U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican, Miguel Humberto
Diaz called the concert “...a wonderful opportunity. Any
kind of art, especially music, is a way to bring people together for the sake of the common good.”
Among the 200 in attendance were many Vatican dignitaries. The Pope had hoped to attend the 90-minute
concert, but did not attend due to illness. The music was very well received, especially an
original selection composed by Cantor Erik Contzius of
New Rochelle, a setting of Psalm 116 with words in Hebrew and Latin.
Cantor Tracey Scher of Temple Rodef Shalom in Falls Church, Virginia - in my neighborhood - stated, “When
we completed each piece, you could hear our voices
ringing throughout the basilica for five seconds after we finished. We knew this was an historic moment in
Catholic-Jewish history. It was a feeling that we had done something great in the world.”
To my dear colleagues - Yasher Koach!
Hazzan Sidney G. Rabinowitz
CELEBRATING A SPECIAL EVENT? COMMEMORATING A YAHRTZEIT?
Please consider sponsoring a Kiddush, following Shabbat Services, or an Oneg Shabbat, following our Friday evening services. Contact Steven Lander in the office for all of the new reasonably priced Kiddush options at 322-6901, ext. 304 or [email protected].
For information about any of the sponsorship opportunities listed above, please call Steven Lander at ext. 304.
JAY MICHAELSON Scholar-in-Residence
Shabbat, April 15-16, 2011
Freedom from Seder Slavery: Cultivating the Spirituality of Passover
Jay Michaelson is a writer, scholar, and activist whose work focuses on the intersections of spirituality, Judaism, sexuality, and law. Jay has both an academic background and a personal commitment to spiritual practice. He holds a J.D. from Yale Law School, an M.A. in Religious Studies from Hebrew University, and a B.A. Magna Cum Laude from Columbia, and is currently completing a Ph.D. in Jewish Thought at Hebrew University. In 2008-09, he spent five months on silent meditation retreat in the Theravadan Buddhist tradition, in America and Nepal, and has sat one-, two-, and six-week retreats in that tradition for seven years. In the Jewish tradition, Jay has learned and taught Kabbalah since 1993, completed the Elat Chayyim Jewish Meditation Advanced Training program, spent two years at the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies, and has been a practicing halachic Jew for three decades. On Friday night, following services that begin at 7:30 p.m., Jay’s topic will be: A Better Way to Answer the Four Questions: Using the Seder’s Q and A to engage the next generation of American Jews. On Shabbat morning (services begin at 9:30 a.m.) Jay will speak on: Beyond Maxwell House: Creating an Embodied, Enriching Passover Seder. On Shabbat afternoon his topic will be: The Deeper Meaning of Passover: Using the Wisdom of Kabbalistic Sources, Discovering Passover’s Spiritual Side. The Scholar-in-Residence is sponsored by Penny and Michael Horowitz in loving memory of Bessie Silver, z’l, and Millie Reiss, z’l.
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APRIL 2011
Friday, April 1 Kabbalat Shabbat 7:30 p.m.
Tot Shabbat with Nurit 7:30 p.m.
Shabbat, April 2 Services 9:30 a.m.
REBECCA SATZ, BAT MITZVAH
Jr. Congregation 10:30 a.m. Nitzanim for Tots 10:45 a.m.
Friday, April 8 90th Anniversary Shabbat Dinner 6:30 p.m.
Kabbalat Shabbat 7:30 p.m.
Tot Shabbat with Nurit 7:30 p.m.
Comedian Johnny Lampert
Shabbat, April 9 Services 9:30 a.m.
STEPHANIE HAUSMAN, BAT MITZVAH Jr. Congregation 10:30 a.m.
Nitzanim for Tots 10:45 a.m.
Friday, April 15 Kabbalat Shabbat 7:30 p.m.
Jay Michaelson, Scholar-in-Residence Tot Shabbat with Nurit 7:30 p.m.
Shabbat, April 16 Services 9:30 a.m.
Jay Michaelson, Scholar-in-Residence
Nitzanim for Tots 10:45 a.m.
Monday, April 18 - EREV PASSOVER
Morning Minyan 7:30 a.m. Siyum for the First Born
First Seder
Tuesday, April 19 Passover Services, 1st Day 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, April 20 Passover Services, 2nd Day 9:30 a.m.
Friday, April 22 Kabbalat Shabbat 7:30 p.m.
Ruth Brennan, Guest Speaker Tot Shabbat with Nurit 7:30 p.m.
Shabbat, April 23 Services 9:30 a.m.
Nitzanim for Tots 10:45 a.m.
Friday, April 29 Kabbalat Shabbat 7:30 p.m.
Tot Shabbat with Nurit 7:30 p.m.
Shabbat, April 30 Services 9:30 a.m.
NOAH DURICA, BAR MITZVAH
Jr. Congregation 10:30 a.m.
Nitzanim 10:45 a.m.
SHABBAT AND FESTIVAL SERVICES
MARCH 2011
Friday, March 4 Shabbat Across America Dinner 6:00 p.m.
Kabbalat Shabbat - Shir Madness 7:30 p.m.
Shabbat, March 5 Services 9:30 a.m.
RACHEL WOLFF, BAT MITZVAH Jr. Congregation 10:30 a.m.
Nitzanim for Tots 10:45 a.m.
Sunday, March 6 - Rosh Chodesh Adar II Morning Minyan 9:00 a.m.
TYLER AND MICHAEL ZIELINSKI, B’NAI MITZVAH
10:30 a.m.
Friday, March 11 Kabbalat Shabbat 7:30 p.m.
Tot Shabbat with Nurit 7:30 p.m.
Shabbat, March 12 Services 9:30 a.m.
MATTHEW KOBLINER, BAR MITZVAH Jr. Congregation 10:30 a.m.
Nitzanim for Tots 10:45 a.m.
Friday, March 18 Kabbalat Shabbat 7:30 p.m.
Recognition Shabbat honoring members who joined TBE
between 2001-2011 plus Adult Choir Reunion Tot Shabbat with Nurit 7:30 p.m.
Shabbat, March 19 Services 9:30 a.m.
SAMANTHA KRAFTSOW BAT MITZVAH ANNIVERSARY
Jr. Congregation 10:30 a.m. Nitzanim for Tots 10:45 a.m.
PURIM ON THE ROCKS Megillah Reading for Adults 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 20 - PURIM Morning Minyan 9:00 a.m.
Megillah Reading for Families 9:30 a.m. Purim Carnival 10:30 a.m.
Friday, March 25 Grades 3-4 Family Shabbat Dinner & Program 6:30 p.m.
Kabbalat Shabbat 7:30 p.m. Tot Shabbat with Nurit 7:30 p.m.
Shabbat, March 26 Services 9:30 a.m.
HANNAH KATZ, BAT MITZVAH
Grades 3-4 Shabbat Program
Nitzanim for Tots 10:45 a.m.
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You are cordially invited to attend...Any Bar or Bat Mitzvah, aufruf, yahrtzeit, baby naming, birthday, anniversary or other family milestone celebrated in our sanctuary at any scheduled service!
Our services are celebrations for the entire community. Each milestone of yours is one we all have a stake in. Each joy is one we all share, each sorrow is one we all want to allay.
If you have a special milestone approaching, let us know so you can share it with your Beth El family. If you simply want to be part of a congregation that laughs, cries and shares life together, join us any week - join us every week!
NO INVITATION REQUIRED
B’NAI MITZVAH
March 5 (morning)
RACHEL WOLFF Daughter of Cheryl and David
Sister of Alison Attends Scofield Magnet Middle School
Mitzvah Project: Baking and selling
Dog cookies to benefit PAWS Animal Shelter
March 6 (morning)
MICHAEL ZIELINSKI Son of Brian and Shelley
brother of Tyler, Matthew & Andrew Attends Rippowam Middle School
Mitzvah Project: Working with little
children, at the JCC, in physical fitness and games
Please visit our website at
www.tbe.org/2010/10/2010-2011-mitzvah-projects/
for full descriptions of these outstanding projects.
March 6 (morning)
TYLER ZIELINSKI Son of Brian and Shelley
Brother of Michael, Matthew & Andrew Attends Turn of River Middle School
Mitzvah Project: Working at the JCC in
the swim department
March 12 (morning)
MATTHEW KOBLINER Son of Vicki and Mark
Brother of Ariel Attends Turn of River Middle School
Mitzvah Project: Kids in Crisis
March 26 (morning)
HANNAH KATZ Daughter of Joy and Larry
Sister of Aaron and Rachel Attends Scofield Magnet Middle School
Mitzvah Project: Sewing clothes for
needy kids
April 2 (morning)
REBECCA SATZ Daughter of Cathy and David
Sister of Adam Attends Rippowam Middle School
Mitzvah Project: Volunteer at Bull‟s
Head Animal Hospital and “Seders for Soldiers” collecting kosher for Passover
food items to send to soldiers
April 9 (morning)
STEPHANIE HAUSMAN Daughter of Mindy and Jeff
Attends Scofield Magnet Middle School Mitzvah Project: Collected books, DVDs,
and toys donated to the Childrens
Hospital at Montefiore
April 30 (morning)
NOAH DURICA Son of Wendy and Jon
Brother of Shira Attends Fox Lane Middle School
Mitzvah Project: Fundraising for Heifer
International
KOL HAKAVOD!
This is the second time that Rachel Plotzky, 9 years-old,
gave her hair - 12 inches - to Locks of Love!
LEARN TO BAKE HAMANTASCHEN
Sunday, March 13 at 9:30 a.m.
Sponsored by TBE Sisterhood
Learn to bake hamantaschen with Ann Treidel’s
secret family recipe using a multiplicity of delicious
fillings. If you enjoyed her baklava, you’ll LOVE her
hamantaschen!!!
Limited to the first eight people who sign-up. Final
deadline, Wednesday, March 9 or sooner if eight
people have already reserved a place.
Contact Debbie in the Education Office at: 203-322
-6901, ext. 305 or email [email protected].
For TBE members only - at no charge.
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Special Occasion?
Sponsor The Shabbat E-nnouncements (sent every week via e-mail)
The Shabbat Announcements (distributed each Shabbat at the Temple)
and the Shabbat-O-Gram (e-mailed every Thursday night)
All three publications for $72
All sponsors will be acknowledged at the
beginning of each of these announcements
and also listed in our bi-monthly Bulletin.
Call Mindy in the office at 322-6901 ext. 301.
The deadline
for the MAY/JUNE 2011
issue of the Temple Bulletin will be
Friday, April 1, 2011
MAZEL TOV TO…
Leslie and Herb Horowitz on the birth of a great-grandson, Meir, born to Abby and Eli Rosenberg.
Sheri Rosen and Jeremie Kass on the birth of a son, Corban Joseph.
Judy and Jonathan Solomon on the birth of a son, Jordan Samuel.
Grecia and Ron Gross on the birth of a grandson, Benjamin Lewis, born to Stephanie Phillips and Brad Gross.
Eileen H. Rosner on receiving the Outstanding Senior Volunteer Award from the Volunteer Center of Stamford.
Dr. Mara Hammerman on receiving Honorable Mention for her work at Westhill High School from the Volunteer Center of Stamford.
THANK YOU FOR SPONSORING KIDDUSH
Elizabeth and Jared Finkelstein
THANK YOU FOR SPONSORING THE SHABBAT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Elizabeth and Jared Finkelstein
WE THANK OUR VOLUNTEERS
Beth Finchler, Roz Finchler, Sam Kravitz, Carol Sander Willy Sander, Millie Sobel, Barbara Taksel
Men’s Club Participants for Sisterhood Shabbat
Kenneth Jay Cohen, Bud Freund, Gerry Ginsburg
Stuart Nekritz, Gary Schulman, Ben Susman Sandy Weinberg, and assisted by Jason Nekritz,
Josh Schulman and Sam Schulman
HONORABLE MENSCHEN Todah Rabah to our Torah readers!
ATTENTION PARENTS
OF COLLEGE FRESHMEN
Rabbi Hammerman would like to stay in touch
with your child while he/she is away at college.
Please send his/her e-mail address to Ellen in the
Temple office at: [email protected].
Thank you!
NITZANIM
A Shabbat Program
for Young Children
Meets every Shabbat morning
from 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Baby sitting and snacks
will be provided by our madrichim!
TBE WELCOMES BARBARA MURRAY
YOUTH ADVISOR/YJP ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs.
Barbara Murray as our Interim Youth Advisor/YJP
Activities Coordinator for the remainder of this fiscal year.
Barbara has a long history of active involvement in the
Jewish world. She will be receiving a Master of Arts degree in Jewish Education from the William B. Davidson
School of Education at the Jewish Theological Seminary this coming May. This past year, she was an intern at
the Bureau of Jewish Education here in Stamford. Barbara has served as a youth director in
Coral Gables, Florida and helped to found a youth group
in Wellington, Florida. Additionally, Barbara has been a Jewish educator in a number of congregations. She has
directed a camp, served as an art director, parenting instructor and an admissions counselor at a university.
Barbara is well-organized, enthusiastic and energized to
do great work with our youth community. She has already begun connecting with key people and beginning
work with our youth and Young Jewish Professionals.
She will be here on a number of Sunday mornings and at Kulanu to quickly get to know our kids.
Barbara promises to be a wonderful new asset to our
entire TBE youth community.
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APPLES AND ORANGES
A New Look at Comparative Religion with Dr. Elissa Kaplan
March 3, 10, 17
Rabbi Abba Hillel Silver said, “Religion is the supreme art of humanity.” When thinking about Judaism and the
world‟s religions, the metaphor of comparing apples and oranges comes to mind. Using this image, we will
explore Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and
Buddhism. Each religion has both a unique history and basic elements. While traveling around the world, we will
investigate ideas of God and faith, authority and leadership, revelation, celebration, salvation, the
meaning of life and core values at each stop along the way. Join us as we discover signposts of comparison and
contrast and add to our own ideas about religion itself.
Cost: TBE Members: $ 18.00, non-members $ 36.00 Register at 203-322-6901, ext. 306 or email
ONE PEOPLE - MANY PERSPECTIVES
with Dr. Elissa Kaplan March 24, 31 and April 7 at 7:30 p.m.
According to Dr. Seuss, “Sometimes the questions are
complicated and the answers are simple.” When thinking about Jews in the United States, perhaps the questions
might be simple while the answers tend to be quite
complicated. Let us explore together questions like the following: What happened at Sinai? What is God? and
What is the Jewish view of history from creation to the end of days? We will consider the Orthodox,
Conservative, Reform and Reconstructionist (and perhaps others, too) perspectives on these and other matters.
We will be using a Tanach and a Siddur. Bring your own
or use the ones at Temple Beth El. All other materials will be provided.
Cost: TBE Members- $ 18.00, Non-members- $ 36.00
For information or to register contact: [email protected] or call 203-322-6901 ext. 306.
THE GREAT JEWISH BOOKS
with Rabbi Joshua Hammerman Sunday, March 13 at 10:45 a.m.
THE BOOK OF ESTHER
We‟ll cover several books each year. All readings will be done in translation and no prior knowledge of the subject is required, but it will enhance the discussion if you‟ve had the chance to look at the book ahead of time. Each session will be independent of the other sessions, so come to all or come to one.
For information on our Adult Education programs, go to: http://www.tbe.org/2010/09/adult-ed-programs-for-
2010-2011/
ADULT EDUCATION
A WONDERFUL STROLL DOWN MEMORY LANE
with Dr. Ruth Brennan and Her Family Friday, April 22, 2011
(after services)
Spend an evening with Dr. Ruth Brennan and
members of her family for a readers theater presentation of excerpts from her book Gathering Family on Friday
evening, April 22 following services that begin at 7:30 p.m.
Gathering Family is a story about an Eastern European family who fled Russia and sought freedom in
America at the turn of the 20th century. What is
remarkable about this memoir is that it recounts three generations of the same family and sets their immigrant
lives against the political and social history of the time, both in Europe and in America. Filled with colorful and
unforgettable characters, you are drawn into first-
generation and second-generation experiences and are reminded, again and again, how the lives change but the
values remain steadfast. The authentic Yiddish accents add much to the ambiance of the evening. Selections
from Gathering Family will be read aloud followed by a question/answer session in a cabaret-like setting.
Dr. Ruth Brennan and her family have appeared in a
number of congregations and have received rave reviews: “We cannot wait to invite Ruth back; this is not just
a tale to be heard by an older generation, it should capture the
interest of all those who have a family history.”
Fran Glucroft, Congregation Beth El, Fairfield.
“For weeks afterwards, our membership was talking about her
reading and inspiring conversation about our community’s past
and future.”
Michelle Hilburn, Congregation Etz Hayim, Arlington, VA.
This program is offered through Temple Beth El‟s Adult
Education program and is open and free to the entire Jewish Community.
LEARNING & LATTE
March 8 and April 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Stamford‟s long-running, monthly interfaith, free-flowing
“tri-alogue” - Christianity, Islam and Judaism featuring
Rabbi Hammerman, in dialogue with other local clergy of all faiths.
At COSI, 1209 High Ridge Road, Stamford
Meets monthly on the second Tuesday from October-May.
The class is being run in conjunction with the Interfaith Council of Southwestern Connecticut.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIVING
Adult Education Programs
Beth El Cares
Beth El Seniors
Camp Scholarship Fund
Cantor George Mordecai Mitzvah Fund
Frank & Rose Rosner Memorial Fund (maintenance)
General Fund
Hazzan Sidney Rabinowitz Mitzvah Fund
High Holy Day Appeal
Kiddush Fund
Men’s Club Scholarship Fund
Prayer Book Fund
Project Ezra
Rabbi Joshua Hammerman’s Mitzvah Fund
Religious School Fund
Youth Programs
CONFRONTING ANTI-SEMITISM Sunday, March 13 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
(Snow date: March 20)
For TBE Seventh Graders and Their Parents
ANTI-SEMITISM HITS HOME
“I’m scared after reading about the swastikas being painted
on the walls of a synagogue.
I thought my community was safe.”
“I can’t believe the stereotypes that people have about Jews
and that they actually repeat them!”
“I thought he was my friend - but why would he have made
that comment about Jews? It really makes me feel
uncomfortable.”
Newspaper headlines jump out at us when an anti-Semitic
incident is reported. We’re outraged by those actions and
wonder what the world is truly about. But what about those
times when we aren’t quite sure about someone’s comment?
We feel uncomfortable, angry or confused about responding -
either because we’re concerned about drawing more attention
to ourselves, or just because we don’t know what to say.
The Anti-Defamation League’s “Confronting Anti-Semitism”
workshop gives teens and their families an opportunity to share
thoughts and experiences, and offers tools to respond
effectively and challenge anti-Semitic stereotypes you may
encounter.
EMPOWER YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY
BY ATTENDING THE WORKSHOP!
Funded by Temple Beth El, The Herbert & Marcia Kahan
Endowment Fund, and the Connecticut Anti-Defamation
League.
REMARKS BY JUDY ARONIN
Here are my remarks from the award ceremony during which Eileen H. Rosner was honored by the Volunteer Center of Southwestern Fairfield County: I feel compelled to tell you that when Eileen first learned she was to be awarded this honor her reaction was, “Oh my, I don’t have time to attend this ceremony! It is my great honor and my great privilege to present this volunteer award to you, Eileen!!! You are a shining example of what it means to volunteer and the difference it makes. Rabbi Tarfon, an ancient rabbi, teaches us, “It is not incumbent upon you to complete the work, but neither are you at liberty to desist from it.” Those of us who know you recognize that never are you engaged in this work for praise or to seek the limelight nor to receive accolades! Soooooooo, we want you to understand and to grasp this is a gift to us, your dedicated friends, your colleagues and your community! It is a thrill and it is our need to recognize your works in a public manner and I am thrilled to represent the community which benefits so incredibly as a result of your time, your energy and your dedication!!! And so, please allow me the honor to share with you the work which Eileen accomplishes: Eileen H. Rosner = Currently President of Temple Beth El, a thriving, egalitarian Conservative synagogue here in Stamford. And we are so pleased to have our own Rabbi Joshua Hammerman and Cantor George Mordecai present this morning as we honor our Eileen!!! We know, Eileen, that you honor your parents, Rose and Franklin Rosner, z’l, as you commit to this work. They were soooooooo incredibly dedicated to the health and the vitality of Temple Beth El! For many years Eileen has served on The Friends of Ferguson Board and has been co-chair of the Ferguson Library Literary Competition. She serves The Jewish Historical Society of Lower Fairfield County as a volunteer in the Harry Rosenbaum JHS Judaica Library and assists with the historical Society archives. In addition, she serves on the advisory board of The Ballet School of Stamford and chairs the annual auction for the school. One of her more recent commitments is participation in a special volunteer program at the Bennett Cancer Center, here in Stamford. Eileen bakes for Stamford Hospital cancer patients and staff. What is soooooooo remarkable about you, Eileen, is how you are completely and entirely and selflessly dedicated to each of these organizations. Because you are on the front lines, you see, you discover a need before the rest of us are even aware of the situation and once you see the need, you are ever-present to take action and to make a difference! Each of these organizations: Temple Beth El, The Ballet School, The Ferguson Library, The Jewish Historical Society, the patients and staff at the Bennett Center - indeed our entire community is the richer and the stronger for your continuing effort and passionate dedication!!! You are a shining example of how to make a difference in your community! We know you will continue in these leadership capacities and we plan and pray for your continuing health and strength and energy so that you may continue to contribute so meaningfully to your community! Eileen, we celebrate you today and we thank you with heartfelt energy for all that you are and for all that you do!!!
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SALE OF HAMETZ FORM
I, ______________________________________________, hereby authorize Rabbi Joshua Hammerman to act as my Shaliach (representative) and empower him (or any agent operating on his behalf) to sell all hametz owned by me, or in which I have a share, whether it is in my possession, being shipped to me, or stored elsewhere, as of 10:00 a.m. on April 18, 2011. This includes any stocks or shares in corporations or businesses that buy or sell hametz. (The term, “hametz,” is understood according to the Rabbinic definition of leavened food and is to include all types of such food or liquids in pure or mixed forms). Since the buyer must have free access to the hametz he purchases, I also agree to authorize him to rent those premises in which these foods are stored and agree to keep these items separated and to seal them off. This sale is to be concluded in accordance with all the requirements of Jewish law and the terms of the general authorization contract used by the Rabbi for this purpose. Stores engaged in the sale of hametz during Passover are excluded. Estimated value of my hametz foodstuffs and liquids __________________________. My signature below legally grants Rabbi Hammerman, or his agent, the power to act on my behalf in this matter in accordance with both halachic regulations and the laws of Connecticut and other states. I agree to abide in good faith by the results of this sale without any reservations, either expressed or implied. Witness my hand this _________________ day of __________________, 2011. Name _________________________________________________________ Home address _________________________________ city _____________ Business address_____________________________ city _______________ Summer home _________________________________ city ____________ Other addresses ________________________________________________
IMPORTANT!
To be valid this letter must be received by April 18, 2011.
You may fax your form to (203) 322-0532.
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MEMORIAL PLAQUES
Inscribe the names of your loved ones on a plaque for our Chapel wall along with a light to commemorate their
yahrtzeit and yizkor observances throughout the
year.
Please contact Mindy at 322-6901, ext. 301 for
further information.
PROJECT EZRA
Would you like to perform a mitzvah that is right at the heart of our Temple? Join the Project Ezra team that
delivers pre-shiva meals to bereaved members of our
Temple. Participating is easy and so very rewarding.
To learn more, contact Joy Katz at 329-3359 or
Passover 2011 Tuesday, April 19, 2011
7:00 p.m.
An Ashke-Sephard Seder With Rabbi Joshua Hammerman & Cantor George Mordecai
Enjoy Passover traditions from around the world! Approximately $70/person; $ $25 ages 3-12; max $210/family
Contact [email protected] to reserve.
JOIN US FOR PURIM ON THE ROCKS
Saturday, March 19th – 8:00 p.m.
A reading of the Megillah for adults will begin at 8:00 p.m.
followed by a special edition of
PURIM ON THE ROCKS!
Scotch Tasting – Beer (& root beer)
and Wine
Cheese & crackers & assorted snacks
and, of course, hamantaschen!
Ron Zussman, the former Brand Director of The Glenlivet, will be the host and guide for an evening of scotch tasting. We will learn about the history and lore and regional styles of single-malts and find out what types of single-malts are alike, and vary by age and cask types. We will sample six single-malts to provide you with a broad range of flavor profiles.
Of course for those not into scotch, we will have beer, wine and soda.
Special thanks to the Men’s Club and Sisterhood for sponsoring this special evening.
Sunday morning, beginning at 9:30 a.m., there will be a Family Megillah reading, costume parade with prizes, and our fabulous Purim carnival - all from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Purim is the only holiday when it’s a mitzvah to imbibe, but we also ask that, even on Purim - especially on Purim - everyone drink responsibly.
On March 18, we will recognize the newest members of
our TBE family - those who have joined between
2001 and 2011. We will display memorabilia from those dates - programs, journals and pictures. Members
of our Adult Choir, both past and present, will join Cantor Mordecai in singing our way into Shabbat and then we
will share memories in the social hall following services.
Our celebration will conclude on the weekend of April 8 with two special programs. On Friday night, we will
enjoy a congregational Shabbat dinner at 6:00 p.m.
followed by Kabbalat Shabbat services starting at 7:30 p.m. After services, comedian Johnny Lampert
will entertain us.
At our Kiddush luncheon on Saturday morning, past presidents of our Temple, our Men‟s Club and Sisterhood
will be recognized.
On Sunday, April 10, the celebration ends with “From Baghdad to Beth El,” a concert reflecting the musical
journey of Cantor George Mordecai and featuring special guests.
Our virtual journal will give you a chance to share your
family‟s connection to TBE. You could include your family tree highlighting the members of your family who were
also members of Temple Beth El. You might want to write about your family history at TBE or share a story of
a time or event that was significant to you, your family or
TBE. Another option is to welcome Cantor Mordecai and his family. Whatever your choice, please consider adding
something to the journal and to help support our Temple as we celebrate 90 years of caring and community.
We hope that you will join us for all or part of the
celebration.
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Sisterhood Presents: “Race to Nowhere”
Wednesday, March 30 at 7:00 p.m.
The film “Race to Nowhere” is a call to
mobilize families, educators, and policy
makers to challenge current assumptions on
how to best prepare the youth of America to
become healthy, bright, contributing and
leading citizens.
Tickets: $10 in advance - $15 at the door.
Details for purchase to follow...
TORAH FUND
Instead of sending greetings from Hallmark, why not send a beautiful Torah Fund card? You can help celebrate a simcha, extend get-well wishes and send someone special a mazel tov. I like to keep them “on hand” for the convenience of having them in my own home.
What is Torah Fund?
It is a project of Women‟s League for Conservative
Judaism to benefit the Jewish Theological Seminary in
NYC, the Ziegler School in L.A. and the Schechter Institute in Jerusalem. Our Temple has already profited
from this wonderful organization. Rabbi Hammerman, Cantor Mordecai, Cantor Jacobson, Rabbi Kalev, Cantor
Littman and Hazzan Rabinowitz are all graduates of
these institutions.
How much are the cards?
$3 a piece or 7 cards for $20
Who do I contact? Suzanne Stone at (203) 866-2273
I will make this transaction as easy as possible for you! I can meet you at the Temple at a time that is convenient for both of us. I can drop them in your mailbox when you send me your check. Remember, if you write a check, you may use that donation as a tax deduction. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Suzanne Stone, Vice President of Torah Fund
HELEN GOLIN JUDAICA SHOP
At TBE
Regular Hours:
Sundays from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
For appointments, please call Nancy Mayer
at 203-561-6157
or Steve Lander in the Temple office
at 203-322-6901, ext. 304.
IS YOUR BAR/BAT MITZVAH SIX MONTHS AWAY?
Visit our Gift Shop to view our large selection of invitation books. Make an appointment with Nancy Mayer at 203-321-1094 and she will guide you through the ordering process. We have all the popular books to choose from: C’est Papier, Encore, Jansson, Checkerboard and more! And we have the BEST DISCOUNTS! We also have Havdalah candles, Sunkist Fruit Gems sold in bulk, tallitot and yarmulkes for guys and girls and gifts. You can order your yarmulkes from us, too. We are a one stop shop for your simcha!
PLAY MAH JONGG
with
TBE SISTERHOOD
Second Thursday
of every month!
For information call 203-325-8836
SISTERHOOD OF THE BOOK
Sunday, March 6 at 9:30 a.m.
Days of Awe, by Achy Obejas
Sisterhood of the Book kicks off a new season with what promises to be stimulating discussions (and coffee,
of course) covering books by Jewish authors or about Jewish topics, including biographies. Facilitated by Linda
Simon. We start with Days of Awe by Achy Obejas. Lyrically
written, the novel explores the story of Alejandra and her
parents‟ flight from Cuba to Miami and Chicago in the wake of the Cuban revolution in 1959. “Borrowed” from
the author‟s life, the story is about Cuba‟s hidden Jews, a family‟s search for its origins, and anusims - Jews who
survived the Inquisition by pretending to be Catholic.
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PEW SEATS AVAILABLE!
Are you tired of scrambling for seats when you come to worship at the High Holy Days? There is a solution! Why not purchase the rights to pew seats for you and your family?
Pew seats may be paid over a three year period. For further information, please contact Steve Lander at ext. 304 or [email protected].
DEDICATE A PRAYER BOOKDEDICATE A PRAYER BOOK
MAHZOR LEV SHALOMMAHZOR LEV SHALOM
The newly published High Holiday Prayer Book, Mahzor
Lev Shalem, was used for the first time on the High Holidays
to everyone’s satisfaction.
For $50: One prayer book for your personal use or donate one
to the Temple.
For $250: Six prayer books will be donated to the Temple.
For $500: Twelve prayer books will be donated to the Temple.
For $1,000: Twenty-one prayer books will be donated to the
Temple. Four books will be given to your family.
OR HADASHOR HADASH
This very special book was intended to educate and
enlighten; indeed, Or Hadash translates as A New Light. “Its
purpose is to help the reader - no matter of what background -
to understand the siddur and to be able to pray from it with
great sincerity and meaning. Or Hadash enables the
worshiper not only to understand the texts, but how to actually
daven (pray with devotion),” said Rabbi Hammerman.
The dedication of this book costs $54.
CHUMASH (BIBLE) to DEDICATECHUMASH (BIBLE) to DEDICATE
The Etz Hayim Chumashim (Bibles) are available for
dedication. Having a simcha? Why not dedicate a Chumash
to honor the occasion? Observing a yahrtzeit? Why not
dedicate a Chumash in memory of your loved one?
The dedication of this book costs $72.
SIM SHALOM SIDDUR for SHABBATSIM SHALOM SIDDUR for SHABBAT
Our Sim Shalom siddurim for Shabbat are available for
dedication.
The dedication of this book costs $36.
SHIVA MINYAN BOOKS AVAILABLESHIVA MINYAN BOOKS AVAILABLE
FOR DEDICATIONFOR DEDICATION
Prayer Books for Shiva Minyans are available for dedication.
The dedication of this book costs $36.
A lovely, personalized book plate will be placed inside
the front cover.
Please call Mindy in the office, 322-6901, ext. 301 or
[email protected], if you would like to dedicate one of these
books.
INFORMATION FOR YOU…
When making a donation in honor of or in memory of
someone, an acknowledgement will be mailed to the
designee for donations of $10 or more. Donations of less
than $10 will be acknowledged only in the Bulletin.
All donations will be published in the Bulletin unless you
state that you wish to be anonymous.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE!
www.tbe.org
Read Rabbi Hammerman’s Shabbat-O-Grams… View our photo albums…
Learn about our upcoming events… Find contact information...
And much, much more!
FRIDAY NIGHT AT TBE
Reawaken, Reimagine, Reboot
Every week at 7:30 p.m.
Hear our new melodies at www.tbe.org.
JFS is honoring one of our very own
Tara Shapiro Recipient of JFS’ Young Leadership Award
An Evening with JFS Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 5:30 p.m.
Congregation Agudath Sholom Stamford, CT
BETH EL CEMETERY ASSOCIATION INC.
ANNUAL MEETING
May 9, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.
Members Only: the By-laws define members as “any
person who is a member of Temple Beth El and who
has purchased or who is the designated beneficiary
(on record) or two or more graves.”
Agenda
Report by President
Report by Treasurer
Election of Board Members
Nominated are:
Richard Fisher, Eileen H. Rosner and Lewis Slayton
For information, contact the Temple office.
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TREE OF LIFE
A beautiful way to commemorate a special occasion is to purchase a “leaf” on our beautiful “Tree of Life” sculpture adorning our Temple lobby. There are many more leaves available for your own personal inscriptions.
The following categories are still available: Triple Chai $5,400 Guardians of the Temple $1,000 Silver Leaves - Gold Border $750 Silver Leaves $250
Please contact Mindy in the Temple office at 322-6901, ext. 301 or [email protected].
WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS
THANK YOU FOR DEDICATING
A “MAHZOR LEV SHALEM”
In loving memory of… Joseph Drucker, z‟l, and Richard Turshen, z‟l, by Sharon
& Jeff Turshen, Jane Lombardi
Karen and Steven Jossem, z‟l by Susan Frieden
WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS IN MEMORY OF:
RUTH LOCKER, z’l Sue & Art Greenwald
RABBI JOSHUA HAMMERMAN MITZVAH FUND In honor of… In appreciation by Ahuva & Michael Nazarian
Charlie Sosnick becoming a Bar Mitzvah by Miriam & Steve Sosnick
In gratitude for Rabbi Hammerman‟s visits to Alissa in the hospital by Rhonna & Brian Rogol
The birth of our twin grandchildren, Gabriel David & Claire Sylvia born to Rachael & Jason Levitt by Barbara & Philip Finn
In gratitude for Rabbi Hammerman‟s “special” mishebeirach by Karen, Rich & Geoff Hainbach
Jonathan Pollack on becoming a Bar Mitzvah by Risa & Michael Pollack
Sheila & Hesh Romanowitz as ADL honorees by Ellen & Richard Richman
Rachel Goldblum becoming a Bat Mitzvah by Steve Goldblum & Cheryl Bader Goldblum
In memory of… Larry Pollack, z‟l, by Risa & Michael Pollack
CANTOR GEORGE MORDECAI MITZVAH FUND In honor of… Charlie Sosnick becoming a Bar Mitzvah by Miriam & Steve Sosnick
The birth of our twin grandchildren, Gabriel David and Claire Sylvia born to Rachael & Jason Levitt by Barbara & Philip Finn
Leslie & Herb Horowitz on the birth of a great-grandson, Meir, born to Abby & Eli Rosenberg by Susan & Martin Clarke
Rachel Goldblum becoming a Bat Mitzvah by Steve Goldblum & Cheryl Bader Goldblum
In gratitude for Cantor Mordecai‟s kindness during Alissa„s illness by Rhonna & Brian Rogol
MITZVAH GARDEN In memory of… Lenore & Arthur Finkelstein, z‟l by Vicki & Tom Rosen
In honor of… Zoe & Ethan Finkelstein becoming B‟nai Mitzvah by Vicki & Tom Rosen
FRANK AND ROSE ROSNER MEMORIAL FUND In honor of… Steven Lander for his help with Rachel‟s Bat Mitzvah by Steve Goldblum & Cheryl Bader Goldblum
KIDDUSH FUND In honor of… Linda & Larry Rezak on the birth of a granddaughter, Hannah Sally, born to Rachel & Dan Haron by Rhonna & Brian Rogol
BETH EL CARES In memory of… Jack Warren, z‟l, Cindy & Steven Warren
WE MOURN THE PASSING OF…
JACK WARREN, father of Steven Warren RIVA SCHULMAN, mother of Esta Berman-Price
RUTH LOCKER, wife of Alan Locker
ARLENE KARP, mother of Doug & Arnold Karp HELEN KOPLIK, mother of Jim Koplik
ARNOLD PISKIN, father of Brenda & Scott Piskin MARC SHAPIRO, husband of Evie Shapiro
ANNETTE (NETTIE) LEBOW, wife of Irving Lebow
WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS IN HONOR OF:
A SPEEDY RECOVERY FOR ALISSA ROGOL Susan & Martin Clarke
MARA HAMMERMAN RECEIVING THE GRINSPOON-STEINHARDT AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN
JEWISH EDUCATION The Heyson Family
EILEEN H. ROSNER RECEIVING THE SENIOR
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD FROM THE VOLUNTEER CENTER OF STAMFORD
Sue & Art Greenwald
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REMEMBERING OUR LOVED ONES
Roslyn & Alec Perlson ................... GILBERT ADELMAN
Dayna Patashnik ................................ ELAINE ALBERT Scott Allen .............................................. EDDY ALLEN
David Wolff ......................................... ALLAN COCHIN Gloria & Seymour Baum ......................... RUTH COHEN
Louise & Jerome Berkman ............. SAMUEL BERKMAN
Molly Bernstein ......................... HERMAN BERNSTEIN Amy & Mel Bloomenthal ....... SAMUEL BLOOMENTHAL
Muriel Siskind ...................................... SARAH BRODY Sherry & Kenneth Jay Cohen ................. IRENE COHEN
Philip Farin ............................ RAY & CHARLES FARIN Barbara & Joe Field .......................... ABRAHAM FIELD
Roselyn Finchler ............................ EVELYN FINCHLER
Barbara & Stan Friedman ............ MARTHA FRIEDMAN Sally & Jim Rothkopf .......................... MAY FRIEDMAN
Sandra & William Gottlin ................. NATHAN GOTTLIN Amy & Howard Rosenberg ................... CELIA GEISLER
Phyllis & Harvey Walzer ............. FRANCES GOLDBERG
Robin & Rich Redniss ....................... CHARLES GOLUB Carolyn Farin ................................. SYLVIA HANTMAN
Phyllis & George Heller ..... EDITH & WILLIAM HELLER Steven Grushkin .......................... BERNARD HELLMAN
Susan Frieden .................................. NORMAN HILFER Marsha Shendell & Family ..................... EDITH KAISER
Barbara & Joe Field .......................... SAMUEL KANREK
Sam, Hal & Robert Kravitz ............... LILLIAN KRAVITZ Gloria & Seymour Baum ................... JOSEPH KURZON
Roni & Allan Lang ................................. JOSHUA LANG
Stephanie Sherman ........................... LILLIAN LEVINE
Sherry & Kenneth Jay Cohen ......... FREDERICA LEWIS Magida Family................................ FRANCES MAGIDA
Nina, Blake, Kyle & Max Marian ....... STEPHEN MARIAN Norma & Milton Mann ....................... KEN MUNOWITZ
Julie Maimon & Family ......................... ALVIN NELSON
Lorraine Nisonoff ......................... LILLIAN NISONOFF Stanley Novack ............................ ABRAHAM NOVACK
Paseltiner Family ....................... GLADYS PASELTINER Alec Perlson ........................................ROSE PERLSON
Phyllis & George Heller ..................... SYDELLE PIASER Burton Piaser ................................... SYDELLE PIASER
Debra & Stephen Pollack ................... JASON POLLACK
Penny & Michael Horowitz ..................... MILLIE REISS Meryl & Hank Silverstein ............................. ETTA RICH
Stanley Rosenstock ....... SESSI & KURT ROSENSTOCK Suzanne Stone ........................ MILDRED SESNOWITZ
Maddy Shapiro & Family ....................... AMY SHAPIRO
Caroline & Matthew Kassel ............. SUSANA SHENKER Evie Shapiro ..................................... MORRIS SIEGEL
Alan Silberman ............................. JAMES SILBERMAN Stuart Sobel & Family .............................. ANNA SOBEL
Bernie Taub ............................................ NANCY TAUB Muriel Siskind ...................................JOSEPH TENNEN
Barbara & Stan Friedman ................ IRVING WARSAW
Phyllis & George Heller .......... HERBERT WASSERMAN Dana & Carl Weinberg ............... MORTON WEINBERG
Debra & Stephen Pollack ............ MARTIN WINTHROP Michael Zlotnick ................................ SARA ZLOTNICK
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SCARSDALE, NEW YORK 10583 Phone: 914-472-2240 Fax: 914-472-2215
Glatt Kosher Meats, poultry, Prepared Foods, Grocery, Dairy, Frozen, Bakery...
CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS DAILY DELIVERY TO STAMFORD
UNDER THE RABBINICAL SUPERVISION oF tHE va’ad Harabonim oF QuEEns
BETH TORAH KOSHER CATERERS
Glatt Kosher Custom Catering
Catering for all occasions, on-premises
or off-premises at location of your choice.
American, Middle Eastern & International foods.
China, Silver, Linens, Waiters & Bartenders
106-06 Queens Blvd. Forest Hills, NY 11375 Phone: (718) 261-4775
Fax: (718) 261-4607
For information or to schedule your visit: 203.275.8448 [email protected] www.jhsct.org
Accepting Applications Now
2710 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
Directly adjacent to the Town of Fairfield in the newly renovated educational facilities of Congregation B’nai Israel
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Non-Profit
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID STAMFORD, CT PERMIT NO. 42
MARCH/APRIL 2011
TEMPLE BETH EL 350 Roxbury Road Stamford, CT 06902
Photos by Aviva Maller