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VOLUME 5773 ISSUE 4 www.cbistpete.com
Shabbat Services 2
From Rabbi 3
Cantor’s Notes 3
Women’s League 9
Men’s Club 21
Schools 11
Youth 12
Adult Studies 17
A-Team 17
Buns Family Library 19
Family Programs 20
Life Cycle Events 21
Mitzvah Grams 23
December 2012 Kislev/Tevet 5773
Peter Pan in Hebrew 5
Hanukka Party & Concert 7
Torah Fund 9
Women of Distinction 9
Hanukka on the Beach 12
Hanukka blessings & more 12-13
Dreydle Drawing 15
Gift & Craft Show 16
CBI Hanukka Festivities
Tuesday, December 11, 2012 5:30 pm - 4th night Hanukka Celebration & Concert p. 7 Saturday, December 15, 2012 6:30 pm - 8th night Havdala & Hanukka on the Beach p. 14 Sunday, December 16, 2012 11:00 am - Last day PRTT presents Peter Pan in Hebrew p.5
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ROSH HODESH TEVET
Friday, December 14, 2012
Congregation B’nai Israel
727-381-4900 Contacts
Rabbi Jacob Luski, D.D. 727-381-4900 Ext. 207
Cantor Jonathan Schultz
727-381-4900 Ext. 305 [email protected]
Executive Director, Michael Grossman 727-381-4900 Ext. 202 [email protected]
Pauline Rivkind Preschool Director Bonnie Halprin 727-381-4900 Ext. 211
Pauline Rivkind Talmud Torah Education Director, Ilana Dayan
727-381-4900 Ext. 310 [email protected]
Youth & Family Program Director Sandy Brasch 727-381-4900 Ext. 209
Community Engagement, Liz Sembler 727-434-0513
Torah Reader/Educator Deborah Marmon 727-381-4900 Ext. 205
Office Manager, Pam Askin 727-381-4900 Ext. 203
Receptionist, Anita Helfand 727-381-4900 Ext. 201
Accounting, Barbara Jarvis 727-381-4900 Ext.204
PRTT Secretary, Patzi Gil 727-381-4900 Ext. 210 [email protected]
President, Laurie Reiskind [email protected]
Women’s League President, Alice Ettinger Men’s Club President, Jesse Rodman
USY President, Reva Halprin Kadima President, Rachel LeVine
Bulletin Committee:
Layout Editor, Masha Ronay
Coordinators, Pam Askin, Anita Helfand
B’nai Israel Review Publishes 11 times a year by
Congregation B’nai Israel 300 58th Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33710 727– 381-4900 FAX 727-344-1307
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Congregation B’nai Israel
Shabbat Services & Candlelighting
PARTICIPATE IN ALIYOT The Ritual Committee of Congregation B’nai Israel
encourages worshippers to participate in services by
performing aliyot. If you would like to receive an aliyah, please
call the synagogue office at 381-4900, or kindly speak to one of the ushers when you
enter the sanctuary, and every effort will be made to
accommodate your request. Those wishing to receive an
aliyah on Shabbat morning are asked to arrive at services no
later than 9:30 am. We look forward to your
participation. Shalom,
Morry Bornstein, Ritual Chair
Friday, November 30, 2012 Candlelighting 5:17 pm Kabbalat Shabbat 5:30 pm CARLEBACH SHABBAT Saturday, December 1, 2012 Sedra - Vayishlach Library Shabbat Services 9:00 am Book Review by Dolores Diamond Junior Congregation 10:00 am Minha, Maariv & Havdala 5:20 pm No Seudah Shlishit Friday, December 7, 2012 Candlelighting 5:18 pm Shabbat Service 8:00 pm SHABBAT RUACH Saturday, December 8, 2012 Sedra – Vayeshev Shabbat Services 9:00 am Joyful Prayer, Chapel 9:15 am Junior Congregation 10:00 am Minha, Seudah Shlishit, Maariv & Havdala 5:05 pm Erev Hanukka Light 1st Hanukka Candle after dark Friday, December 14, 2012 Candlelighting 5:20 pm Kabbalat Shabbat 5:30 pm Shabbat Hanukka Saturday, December 15, 2012 Sedra – Miketz Shabbat Hanukka Services 9:00 am Simha Shabbat- Dec Birthdays & Anniversaries Junior Congregation 10:00 am Minha, Seudah Shlishit, Maariv & Havdala 5:05 pm Family Havdalah & Hanukka at the Beach Upham Beach, St. Pete Beach, 6:30 pm Bring your Hanukkiot and candles Friday, December 21, 2012 Candlelighting 5:23 pm Kabbalat Shabbat 5:30 pm CARLBACH SHABBAT
Saturday, December 22, 2012 Sedra – Vayigash Shabbat Services 9:00 am No Junior Congregation Minha, Seudah Shlishit, Maariv & Havdala 5:10 pm Friday, December 28, 2012 Candlelighting 5:27 pm Kabbalat Shabbat 5:30 pm Saturday, December 29, 2012 Sedra – Vayehi Shabbat Services 9:00 am Meditation, Library 9:15 am No Junior Congregation Minha, CHAMPAGNE SEUDAH SHLISHIT, Maariv & Havdala 5:10 pm Friday, January 4, 2013 Candlelighting 5:31 pm Kabbalat Shabbat 5:30 pm Saturday, January 5, 2013 Sedra - Shemot Shabbat Services 9:00 am Federation Shabbat No Junior Congregation Minha, Seudah Shlishit, Maariv & Havdala 5:20 pm
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
If you are interested in sponsoring an Oneg Shabbat on Friday evening, a Seudah
Shlishit on Shabbat afternoon or a L’Hayim following a
Morning Minyan in honor or memory of a loved one or a
special occasion, please
contact Synagogue office.
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
The Mitzvah Men’s Club provides a Continental
Breakfast for all worshippers on Minyan Mornings in the
alcove of the Social Hall. Please join the Minyanaires
for the morning Shaharit service and relax and
schmooze over breakfast bagels, cream cheese,
coffee cake and coffee/tea.
DAILY SERVICES
Become a Minyanaire! Please support our
Daily Minyan in the Chapel: Sunday mornings at 9:00 am, Monday - Friday mornings at
7:45 am Sunday - Thursday evenings
at 6:30 pm
CBI Website www.cbistpete.org
SIMHA SHABBAT! CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS AND
ANNIVERSARIES ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15
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From the Rabbi
Hanukka, which literally means “dedication,” tells the story of the Maccabees who fought for Jewish beliefs, values and traditions. Hanukkah is a Jewish story of commitment, vitality, hope and justice. “Judah Maccabee and his fighters built high walls
and strong towers around Mount Zion, so that the gentiles would never again come and destroy them, as they have done before.” Maccabees 1 The message of Hanukka is clear to anyone who reads the Biblical books of the Maccabees. Only by following the lessons of our history can we rekindle the Hanukkah spirit of our tradition and give the Jewish people the strength to be a light unto the nations. While celebrating Hanukka 5773, we remember the heroes and heroines of the Warsaw Ghetto who never put down their weapons, nor gave up their faith. Let us remember our beloved brothers and sisters who were murdered at the hands of terrorists. Let us remember the new Maccabees, our brave Israeli soldiers who have fallen in the struggle for independence and security of our beloved State of Israel. We must never, ever let history repeat itself. We should, and we will, go on, one generation after the other into the future. Nothing is more miraculous than the survival, both physically and spiritually, of Am Israel – the Jewish People.
The waves of hatred that we are witnessing today against the State of Israel and the Jewish People teach us that we must remember: Never Again! Am Israel Chai! The Jewish People live, today and forever! Our fight is not a fight only against our enemies, but a fight for Jewish values, for Judaism! May the lights of Hanukka forever illuminate the way for future generations. With best wishes for a bright and joyous holiday of lights,
Shalom,
Rabbi Jacob Luski
“Al Hanissim” is the definitive Hanukka prayer in our liturgy, and it is the only part of our worship services that is unique to Hanukka. It recounts briefly the Maccabees’ revolt against the Syrian Greeks, and then praises God for standing by us in that time of great distress: “You, in great mercy, stood by Your people in time of trouble. You defended them, vindicated them, and avenged their wrongs. You delivered the strong into the hands of the weak, the many into the hands of the few, the corrupt into the hands of the pure in heart, the guilty into the hands of the innocent. You delivered the arrogant into the hands of those who were faithful to Your Torah.” The prayer then ends with a brief recounting of the Maccabees restoring and purifying the Temple and kindling the lamps.
Happy Hanukka!
Cantor Jonathan Schultz
Now that we have just completed a month with no Jewish holidays, we are approaching the winter highlight, Hanukka. This year, we are celebrating Chai-5 for CBI all year long, and in conjunction with our 90 th Anniversary
celebrations, we have a loaded Hanukka celebration schedule. On Tuesday, December 11, we will hold our annual Hanukkah Celebration, with the outdoor lighting of our CBI menorah, Hanukkah songs, latkes, and an evening of fun. On Saturday night, December 15, we will have Havdalah and Hanukkah at the Beach. And as if that weren’t enough, on Sunday morning, December 16, the last day of Hanukka, our very own PRTT will present “Peter Pan,” entirely in Hebrew. Although Hanukka is by far one of the most popular Jewish holidays, it is halakhically and liturgically considered to be a minor holiday. The weekday services during Hanukka are regular weekday services with special additions for Hanukka: we add “Al Hanissim” in the Amidah; we recite full Hallel during Shaharit; and we read Torah every morning of Hanukka, with three aliyot on weekdays.
Cantor’s Notes
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What an exciting time to be a member of CBI. As we continue to celebrate our 90th year of Conservative Judaism in St. Pete, we continue to offer our members and the community so many opportunities. Shop and volunteer at our Grift and Craft Show. This amazing event continues to grow each year under the leadership of an
amazing and talented committee. Celebrate Havdalah and Hanukkah on the Beach. Enjoy a free Haunkkah Concert by the LeeVee’s following CBI’s own community Menorah lighting. This is especially exciting as we are partnering with the JCC Suncoast to offer this concert. We look forward to many collaborative programs. Kvell as our PRTT students present scenes and songs from Peter Pan in Hebrew! Please come out and watch on Sunday December 16th. Celebrate Shabbat weekly and daven daily!! This is just a sample of the many things offered. There is something for everyone! Your Board of Trustees and Executive Committees continue to work hard to serve our congregation. Be sure to thank them for their service. We are pleased to welcome Larry Freid back to the board. Thank you to everyone who gives of their time and financial resources to make CBI a better place. We couldn’t do it without you.
Laurie Reiskind
President
From the President You are invited to a special production
The Pauline Rivkind Talmud Torah Students will present the popular story Peter Pan
entirely in Hebrew in honor of CBI’s 90th birthday
Sunday, December 16, 2012
11:00 am
Refreshments will be served
For more information, contact Ilan Dayan
PRTT Director
[email protected] or (727) 381-4900 ext. 310
300 58th Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
www.cbistpete.org
K’riat Ha- Torah---The Torah Service---Part 2
Now that we know the historical basis for the public reading of the Torah, it is time to review the service. Before the Torah is removed from the ark, psalms are read praising God. On Shabbat we begin with “Ein Ka’mo-cha—None compares to you” which is taken from Psalm 86:8. We then declare “Malchootcha, Malchoot---Your Sovereignty” which we remember from the Ash’rei – Psalm 145:13. Continuing with the statement that God is our ruler in the present, past and future (from Psalms and Exodus). In our melodies we sing these in major keys which remind me of a group of trumpets. Then we switch to a minor key from “Av-Ha’rachamim—Source of Compassion.” We are pleading to God to “build the walls of Jerusalem” and ask to restore and favor Zion. It is a most appropriate time to request to God what is most important for our People. As the Ark is open we go to the major key again and recite a passage from Numbers 10:35: “Va-y’hi binso’a ha-aron---Whenever the Ark was carried forward.” We are actually describing the manner in which
Torah Education
the Tablets were carried at the head of the column as the children of Israel marched from place to place on their way to Canaan. Archeology of some ancient synagogues showed that the Torah was kept in an adjoining room and then carried in when it was time to read the Torah. “Ki mi-Tzion—Torah shall come from Zion” are from the words of Isaiah 2:3 stating that all nations shall come to Jerusalem to worship God and learn from His Torah. “Ba-ruch Sheh’Na’tan—Blessed in the Giver” is the final blessing thanking God who granted us this gift. We do not worship at altars or statues but praise the words of the Torah that was given by God to Israel. The next part is in the Aramaic language from the Zohar (Kabbalah) and begins with “Brich Sh’may---Praised be your name.” According to the Zohar the gates of heaven open when the Torah is read so it is a personal time to ask God to, “Answer my prayers, and the prayers of all your people Israel for goodness, for life, and for peace. Amen”
Debbie Marmon, Torah Reader/Educator
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CBI WOMEN’S LEAGUE
Shul Ettiquette This is a tale from your neighbors Who sit in the opposite row. We hear every word when you whisper No matter how high or how low. We hear when you enter the sanctuary We hear when you make all your greetings You think that your voice doesn’t carry. When you lean over and talk about meetings. We hear your cellophane wrapper Unfold for what feel like forever. We hear when your child gets ornery, And you start to read her a story. We see when there are alyiot If the skirts are really too short. We hear when your cell phone is singing And you can’t get the thing to stop ringing. So don’t take this poem as fiction As each line reminds us of school. We ask you to be a good neighbor And we all can enjoy time in Shul.
This little ditty is meant for all to read. I have compiled each of the stanzas from my cumulative experiences from many places where there should be quiet—concerts, opera, theater, meetings, synagogue. To change gears, thanks to all who helped to make our many recent events successful. We have been very busy with catered affairs and have many more to look forward to. Please remember Women’s League Catering when you are thinking of a celebration. We are happy to cater “Your Simcha; Your Way.”
And don’t forget those last minute Hanukka gifts can be purchased from our Judaica Shop. There are so many fine items that you may not have known you needed. And if you have finished shopping for all of the others—take time to look around for yourself!
Happy Hanukka
Alice G. Ettinger, President
The Jewish Federation of Pinellas and Pasco Counties FL
presents
Join us for the
Annual Women of Distinction Celebration
Thursday, December 6th, 7:00 PM
Nova 535, 535 Dr. M. L. King (9th) Street North,
St. Petersburg, FL
For over seven years, The Jewish Federation of Pinellas and Pasco
Counties has brought you the annual Women of Distinction Celebra-
tion. Each year, our local Jewish organizations and congregations
nominate outstanding women who exemplify leadership and commit-
ment to their organizations and, by extension, to our community in
Pinellas and Pasco Counties. These women embody our Jewish
value of Tikkun Olam in a world experiencing great need of repair. CBI Members Being Honored:
Sandy Brasch Congregation B’nai Israel of St. Petersburg
Esta Blaxberg Women’s League of Congregation B’nai Israel of
St. Petersburg
Laurie Reiskind State of Israel Bonds
Elaine Garon Menorah Manor
Wendy Levine Chabad Center of St. Petersburg
TORAH FUND
Women Ensuring Conservative /Masorti Jewish Education As women, we experience many wake-up calls. Devorah the Prophet was a judge in Israel when she was roused from her seat under a palm tree to lead her people’s troops into battle with the words, “Arise, arise, Devorah; arise and join in the chant” (Judges 5:12). Being roused to action is often just the prelude to awakening others, whether via the shofar, as seen growing out of the letter “ayin” in the 5773 Torah Fund pin-or by using our voices to focus on the critical needs of our families and communities, our movement and our people. Uri, uri--awake--and shir dabeiri- sing a song-of activity, victory and thanks to the Holy One whose light illuminates all of our waking moments!
SAVE THE DATE: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2013
TORAH FUND DINNER
HONORING
MILDRED GELFOND
CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL WOMEN’S LEAGUE 2013
WOMAN OF ACHIEVEMENT
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THE PAULINE RIVKIND TALMUD TORAH
When we light our candles each night of Hanukka, one notices that the flame never looks the same from one instant to the next. But when we see the core in the middle it remains unchanged. In other words, there are many meanings, customs
and rituals that are evolving even today, but the basis of the holiday remains the same. We are still few in number but must remain vigilant in our traditions, learning and ideals. This is not only a holiday of presents, latkes and sufganiyot but the triumph of our people against enormous odds. Hanukka is indeed one of the most popular and happiest of all Jewish holidays. We are fortunate to celebrate this with our family and community. It is incumbent to know its history and be able to explain its customs to Jews and non-Jews.
At PRTT we go to Menorah Manor and sing a group of Hanukka songs to the residents. We enjoy seeing and sharing their happiness at this time of year.
Ilana Dayan, Education Director
THE PAULINE RIVKIND PRESCHOOL
Hanukkah – Tikun Olam Why not think about a new view on Hanukkah this season? Children love this holiday because they receive “eight nights of presents!” You don’t need to change your family traditions of gift giving, however why not begin new traditions. Children as young as four years old can begin to understand to warm feeling received upon helping people less fortunate.
Spend an afternoon going through toys and games. Choose some to give to CASA, All Children’s Hospital, Gulf Coast Jewish Family Service or a charity of your choice.
Spend a day helping an elderly neighbor clean up their yard.
Families with older children can help out at a soup kitchen or Meals on Wheels.
Donate gently used books to the public library. Giving children the opportunity to meet the people they are helping will add to the experience. Extend the experience further by having younger children draw pictures and tell you about the picture. Older children can write a story and share it with their teachers and classmates. Make this holiday extra special for your family, as well as those who benefit from your Mitzvot. Help support Pauline Rivkind Preschool by purchasing your Dreidel Drawing tickets. You do not need to be present to win! Great prizes! Gift certificates to restaurants, spas, boutiques, art work, jewelry, and more………… Contact Bonnie at 302-9668 if you still need tickets!
Happy Hanukka! Bonnie Halprin, Preschool Director
JUNIOR CONGREGATION
Junior Congregation for grades 3-7 will meet in the Chapel on the following Saturdays:: December 1, 8 and 15. Junior Congregation will not meet on Saturdays, December 22 and 29.
QUOTE
The day is short, the task is great, the workers indolent, the reward bountiful,
and the Master insistent! Rabbi Tarfon
HAFTARAH CLASS FOR HEBREW READERS
Would you like to learn how to prepare a
Haftarah reading for the congregation?
Would you like to gain a greater appreciation for
the messages and exhortations of the Hebrew
prophets?
Would you like to challenge yourself by learning a
new skill and exercising your brain?
Join CBI’s Haftarah class! You will learn how to
navigate through the trope, the ancient musical symbols
and patterns of cantillation, and you will gain an
appreciation for how its intricacies and emphases
complement the meaning of the text. You will learn how
to prepare readings independently (with guidance and
support) and how to present confidently from the
Bimah. Liz Sembler will teach the class every
Wednesday evening from 5:45-6:30, beginning
January 2 and concluding February 27. Please register
with Liz for planning purposes at [email protected].
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YOUTH DEPARTMENT
It’s December and that means its time for USY International Convention. This year nearly 1,000 USYers will descend on Boston for five days of fun, friends, learning and RUACH! The first IC I attended as a USYer was in Boston and in addition to seeing snow for the first time, I will never forget the ruach. Something magical happens when you daven surrounded by other USYers from around North America. I challenge those who will represent CBI at International Convention 2012 to bring the magic back to St. Pete. December 16th we are pleased to host Mercaz IMPACT program. Tenth grades from around Mercaz Sub Region will meet at CBI for a special leadership program designed just for 10 graders. Orientation for this new and innovative program took place during the fall convention. This year’s annual Havdalah on the Beach is sure to be memorable as we celebrate the last night of Hanukka together on Upham Beach. After Havdalah, USYers and Kadimaniks will go to the Trade Winds Resort for a night of games and Glo Volleyball! Please be sure to RSVP for this event!
Happy Hanukka! Sandy Brasch
Youth and Family Program Director December Calendar Tue 12/11 CBI Hanukka Celebration and Concert 5:30 pm Fri 12/15 Havdalah and Hanukka on the Beach 6:30; USY/Kadima event at the Trade Winds Resort 7:15-10:00 Sat 12/16 Mercaz IMPACT 10 graders only 1:30 pm- 4:30 pm Su-Th 12/20-23 Pre International Convention Th-Su 12/23-27 International Convention in Boston
Do you have a college student in the family? CBI wants to stay connected and we need your help.
Please email the following information to Sandy Brasch
Student name
Current college mailing address
Email address
Cell phone number
College attending, year in school and graduation date
Parent name and email address We will once again send mailings and “care packages” to our college students. To insure YOUR child receives his/her mail and package we must have a current address and email address.
Pam LeCompte, College Committee Chairperson
COLLEGE CONNECTION
Seudah Shlishit The Third Meal on Shabbat.
At Saturday afternoon services, we break between the
Minha and Maariv services to enjoy the third meal of Shabbat, Seudah Shlishit, a light meal served in the Atrium with songs and ruach. We return to the chapel for Maariv and Havdala to conclude Shabbat. Sponsorships of Seudah are available to celebrate a birthday or anniversary, in honor of family members or special events or in memory of a loved one for a minimum donation of $80. Todah Rabah to the following Seudah Shlishit sponsors for December:
Dec. 8: Susie & Ira Berman
Dec. 15: Mike & Sandy Slomka in honor of their family
Dec. 22: Richard & Gerry Mensh in honor of their
family
Dec. 29: Byron Kolitz & Starr Silver in memory of their
parents
Jan. 5: David & Janice LeVine in honor of Rachel’s Bat Mitzvah
November was National Hospice month. Dr. Stacy Orloff spoke to the Congregation on October 27 about Suncoast Hospice. A small group of volunteers began Suncoast Hospice 35 years ago. The largest not-for-profit hospice in the country, Suncoast Hospice provides care to over 1700 patients and families every day. The hospice offers education and support programs for caregivers, specialized services for children of all ages, and a specialized Jewish hospice program. To learn more about the full range of services offered by Suncoast Hospice, call 568-4432.
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Light 1st candle Saturday, December 8th
Light 1st candle after dark or with the Congregation at Shabbat Minha, Seudah Shlishit, Maariv & Havdala
5:05 PM
Light 2 candles Sunday, December 9th
Light 2 candles after dark or with the CBI Minyan at
6:30 PM
Light 3 candles Monday, December 10th
Light 3 candles after dark or with the CBI Minyan at
6:30 PM
Light 4 candles Tuesday, December 11th
Light 4 candles at home after dark or with the . CONGREGATION HANUKKA PARTY & CONCERT at
5:30 PM
Light 5 candles Wednesday, December 12th
Light 5 candles after dark or with the CBI Minyan at
6:30 PM
Light 6 candles Thursday, December 13th
Light 6 candles after dark or with the CBI Minyan
6:30 PM
Light 7 candles Friday, December 14th
Light 7 candles before Shabbat candles by 5:20 pm or with the Congregation
at Shabbat Hanukka Kabbalat Shabbat at
5:30 PM
Light 8 candles Saturday, December 15th Light 8 candles after dark,
6:30 PM
The Festival of Hanukka begins on the eve of the 25th of Kislev, the day when the Maccabees cleansed and rededicated the Holy Temple, having vanquished Israel’s tyrannical oppressors. It is told that they found only one little cruse of pure, undefiled oil, but miraculously, it burned in the Temple menorah for 8 days, In commemoration, our Festival lasts 8 days, and every evening we kindle lights of oil or candles in a Hanukka menorah. One is lit the first night, two the second night, and so on, until 8 lights are kindled on the final evening.
The Menorah’s light is holy and may not be used for any ordinary purposes, i.e., to read by. Therefore, an extra light, or candle—a shammes– is added every evening, so that if the light is inadvertently used, there will also be non-holy light.
The menorah should stand in a special place, where such oil lights or candles are not usually burned. It should be placed in a window facing the street or at the left of a doorway, at about table level, but protected against the wind—to proclaim the miracle of Hanukka.
The lights are to be kindled directly at nightfall, when the stars appear, with all the family present, and they should burn at least half an hour. If someone cannot light them at nightfall, they may do so later, as long as the family is awake to watch.
In putting the oil lights or candles in the menorah, begin from the right end. In lighting them, begin from the left. The shames, the extra light, should be higher, but the Hanukka lights should be level, none higher or lower, and not too close to one another.
The Menorah is lit in the synagogue too, before evening services, Maariv, to heighten our awareness of the miracle of Hanukka. But this excuses no one, not even the person who lights the synagogue menorah, from kindling lights at home.
Women have the same obligation as men about kindling Hanukka lights. Therefore, if a man cannot be present when a menorah is lit, she should light one herself.
Late Friday afternoon, the Hanukka lights should be kindled before the Sabbath candles, and they should be able to burn until at least half an hour after nightfall. On Saturday night, the menorah is lit after havdala has been recited.
or with the Congregation at Shabbat Minha, Seudah Shlishit, Maariv & Havdala at 5:05 pm,
or Bring your family, your Hanukka Menorah and candles to Upham Beach on St. Pete. Beach for the
for the last candlelighting of Hanukka 5773 at the CBI Family Havdala Hanukka on the
Beach Celebration at
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The candles are placed from right to left, as one faces the Hanukkia, as Hebrew is read, but they are lit from
left to right, so that on each night, the new candle is given special welcome by being lit first. Only the Shammash is used to light the other candles. The candles should be lit as soon as possible once dark. On Friday night, however, the Hanukka candles are lit BEFORE the Shabbat candles. At the close of Shabbat, the Havdala ceremony precedes the lighting of the Hanukkia.
Congregation B’nai Israel Family Havdalah and Hanukka
on the Beach
Saturday, December 15, 2012 Upham Beach
6700 - Beach Plaza St Pete Beach, FL 33706
6:30 pm Bring your Menorah,
candles and a flashlight
In case of rain program will be rescheduled
Turn onto 67th off of Gulf Blvd. go 2 blocks.
67th dead ends at Upham Beach
Parking meters $1.25/hour
For more information,
contact Sandy Brasch
Youth and Family Pro-
gramming Director
or
(727) 381-4900 ext. 209
300 58th Street North, St.
Petersburg, FL 33710
www.cbistpete.org
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It is truly wonderful how many of our
members have stepped forward to work at
the Gift & Craft Show. However, Phyllis
Werner is putting out an urgent call for
additional volunteers to work one 2-hour shift
December 1st at the Saturday preview from
8pm-10:30pm or Sunday, December 2nd from
10am- 5pm. We are also looking for book
lovers to help with the Scholastic Book Fair.
These are opportunities to help your
synagogue while having a great time.
Contact Phyllis at 393-2520 or
The Gift & Craft Committee would also like to
remind you that it is not too late to buy a Gift
Certificate, which make great gifts, or a Gelt
Giveaway ticket.
New this year- You can go online right now
and until December 14th and shop at our
Scholastic Book Fair! Simply go to our
website, cbistpete.org, and click PRTT
Scholastic Book Fair.
Now is the Time! The CBI Gift & Craft Show Needs You!
per person
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ADULT STUDIES
Lunch With The Rabbi & Mishnah Study Wednesday, December 12th at 12:00 noon in the CBI Atrium.
Please RSVP your deli lunch order to the synagogue office by 1:00 pm the Tuesday prior to class.
Torah For Seniors, led by Rabbi Jacob Luski
Tuesday, December 18th at 11:00 am at Philip Benjamin Tower Activities Room.
CBI - Hadassah Book Discussion Club
Wednesday, December 19th at 10:00 am In the Buns Family Library To discuss: The Life of David by Robert Pinsky.
Talmud Made Easy, led by Stephen Wein
Wednesday, December 12th at 7:00 pm In the Buns Family Library
Coming in January:
Haftarah Class for Hebrew Readers: Wednesdays, January 2nd - February 27th, 5:45 - 6:30 pm
Instructor: Liz Sembler
Tampa Bay Jewish Film Festival Select Series Saturday, January 5th, 7:00 pm Big screen in the Social Hall Noodle is an award-winning Israeli film directed by Ayelet
Menahemi, written by Shemi Zarhin and Ayelet Menahemi, and starring Mili Avital, Chen Baoqi, and Alon Aboutboul.
When the Chinese woman working in Israel for Miri Kalderon, an Israeli flight attendant, is suddenly deported for overstaying her
work visa, her lack of Hebrew-language skills makes it impossible for her to convince the Israeli authorities that she has a young child
with her. Miri, twice-widowed because of the ongoing Arab-Israeli wars, has been going through the motions of living, somehow
detached from a real connection to life itself. Her decision to help reunite the child—nicknamed "Noodle"—with his mother, now back
in Beijing, ends up helping her, not just the boy and his mother, in ways Miri herself could not have expected.
Jewish Theological Seminary Outreach Lecture Series
January 21 - 24, 2013, 7:30 pm Monday, January 21st, Congregation Beth Shalom, Clearwater
Tuesday, January 22nd, Congregation Kol Ami, Tampa Wednesday, January 23rd, CBI hosts!
Thursday, January 24th, Congregation Rodeph Sholom, Tampa JTS Scholar: Dr. David Roskies
BACA Concert (Bay Area Cantorial Association)
Tuesday, January 29th, 7:00 pm, Temple Schaarei Zedek, Tampa
The following quiz is adapted from one provided by MercazUSA’s Israel Advocacy Committee. A purpose of the quiz is to illustrate that many of us may not have information to refute common misconceptions. Straightforward information that doesn’t lend itself to interpretation or spin is useful for helping people come to the conclusion that some of their assumptions may be based on misinformation. The facts should be stated neutrally. Honesty, accuracy, and common sense are the keys to waging a successful campaign to improve Israel's standing in the court of public opinion.
General
Q- What do the following cities have in common regarding Israel? New York/ Los Angeles/ Mexico City/ London/ Paris/ Moscow/ Istanbul/ Tokyo/ Shanghai/ Calcutta A- Each of these cities has a larger population than the country of Israel. Q- What US state is approximately the same size as Israel? A- New Jersey Q- Approximately what percentage of Israeli citizens are Jews? A- 77% (About the same as the percentage of Christians in the US.) Q- What is/are Israel’s official language(s)? A- Hebrew and Arabic Q- How many Arabs are citizens of Israel with full citizenship rights and guaranteed freedom of religion? A- Over one million Misconception: Israel won wars only because of US support. Q- Name two western countries that had an arms embargo against Israel which lasted at least during the first year of independence. A- US and Great Britain Q- What country was the principle supplier of small arms during Israel's War of Independence? A- Czechoslovakia Q- What country was the principle supplier of heavy arms during the first decade of Israel’s independence? A- France Misconception: Israel’s separation barrier is a very high wall surrounding all Palestinians. Q- Approximately how much of Israel’s security barrier is a wall and how much a fence? A- Less than 5% is a wall, and only where a fence is inadequate protection from snipers. Misconception: Jerusalem was once the capital city of Palestine? Misconceptions to be continued next month.
Byron Kolitz [email protected]
The Advocacy for Israel Committee
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BUNS FAMILY LIBRARY
“How should we be able to forget those ancient myths that are at the beginning of all peoples, the myths about dragons that at the last moment turn into princesses? Perhaps all the dragons of our lives are princesses who are only waiting to see us once beautiful and brave.”
Rainer Maria Rilke
Tales of magic and wonder can be found in every phase of Jewish literature. All of these existed first as oral tales, handed down for centuries before they were finally recorded.
Among the many volumes of Jewish folk tales, Jewish fairy tales, Jewish legends, and Jewish myths to be found in the CBI Buns Family Library are …….
Elijah’s Violin and Other Jewish Fairy Tales, selected by Howard Schwartz
More Wise Men of Chelm, edited by Solomon Simon
Beggars and Prayers, by Adin Steinsaltz (retells the tales of Rabbi Nachman of Bratslav)
Yiddish Folktales, translated by Leo nard Wolf
Heads and Tales, Stories of the Sageo Enlighten Our Minds, by Edwin Goldberg
The Golden Mountain, Classic Hassidic Tales, edited by Meyer Levin
The Greatest Jewish Stories Ever Told, by David Patterson
Gabriel’s Palace – Jewish Mystical Tales, by Howard Schwartz
Stories and Fantasies from the Jewish Past, by Emil Bernhard Cohen
Ma’Aseh Book – Book of Jewish Tales and Legends, by Moses Gaster
Lileth’s Cave – Jewish Tales of the Supernatural, by Howard Schwartz
Yiddish Chochma – Illustrated by Kristina Swarner
Legends of Judea and Samaria, by Zev Vilnay If the library isn’t open when you visit, the key can be obtained from the Office. Borrow a book and you, too, will live happily ever after.
Ruth Lebowitz
CBI-HADASSAH BOOK CLUB Meets on Wednesday, December 19th, 2012 at 10:00 am in the Buns Family Library
to discuss The Life of David by Robert Pinsky.
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR - November 24th - December 14 Find great books for ALL ages! Sales benefit the Pauline Rivkind Preschool.
2 ways to shop this year: Shop online at the cbi website: www.cbistpete.org from 11/29-12/14
Peruse books in person from 11/29-12/5
Mitzvah Day 2013 Planning Meeting Service to our community
Come join us on January 13, 2013 to help determine what you want to do to Pay it Forward. Each year CBI sets aside a day to help our community. In previous years groups have gone to Casa, Free Clinic, Salvation Army, Menorah Manor and even cleaning around the synagogue and neighborhood. Food and clothing can also be donated.
What do you want to do? Come join us on Sunday morning at 9:45 for coffee and refreshments and tell us what YOU want to do!
SAVE THE DATE: Pay it Forward Day aka Mitzvah Day is Sunday, March 3, 2013. Remember this is a family event. Call the synagogue office to let us know that you will be there.
Chairs Helen and Jackie Wertel
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FAMILY PROGRAMS
Hanukka is approaching and although it is a minor festival on our Jewish calendar, this time of year can bring challenges to families with young children. It has been my experience if we celebrate our Jewish holidays and festivals, with their rich tradition, to the fullest our children never feel like they are missing out. This month is full of opportunities to celebrate! Tuesday, December 11th, CBI will have the annual Hanukka celebration. Bring the whole family at 5:30 for singing and lighting of the giant menorah. The Mitzvah Men’s Club and Women’s League will serve latkes and dessert and there will be dreidels for all the children. We have teamed up with the JCC Suncoast to bring The LeeVees to perform at 7:15 pm as part of our Hanukka and year long 90th anniversary celebration. The entire community is invited to join our simcha.
The celebration continues Saturday night, December 15, at Havdalah and Hanukka on the Beach. Bring your menorah and candles and join your congregational family for the last candle lighting of Hanukka 5773! After Havdalah and Hanukka on the Beach the “ISH” group will schmooze around a bonfire behind the Trade Winds Resort at their third event of the year. If you are 20 ish to 40 ish and would like to be including in the group mailing please let us know! Check out the flyers in this bulletin for all the details. Remember to mark your calendars now for the next Got Shabbat? Dinner, January 18th, 2013
B’Shalom,
Sandy Brasch, Youth and Family Programming Director
CBI Website
www.cbistpete.org www.jewishpinellas.org
Juilliard at JTS and Other Musical Offerings from the JTS Arts Initiative
The concert JTS Presents: An Evening of Juilliard Vocal and Chamber Music, held in November, marked the first visit to JTS by an ensem-ble from the Juilliard School in New York. The concert was held for free to encourage attendance by those affected by Hurricane Sandy. In the 2012–2013 season, two Juilliard ensembles will visit JTS in daylong residencies that include dynamic performances and master classes that educate and inspire. Through examination of Jewish culture and community within the arts, the residencies—including the evening concerts, which are open to the public—will incorpo-rate music of composers of Jewish heritage, as well as composi-tions that highlight Jewish themes and traditions. Featured per-formers include alumni from Juilliard’s Ellen and James A. Marcus Institute for Vocal Arts and its Music Division in the fall, and per-formers from Juilliard Jazz in the spring. The spring performance is currently planned for April 4, 2013. Separately, the H. L. Miller Cantorial School Chorus, of the H. L. Miller Cantorial School and College of Jewish Music, will present We Are Lights: A Concert of Chanukah Music on Thursday, Decem-ber 6, 2012, at 6:00 p.m., at JTS. The performance will feature the New York premiere of Eight Days of Chanukah, by Abraham Kaplan. Hazzan David F. Tilman will conduct, and Elizabeth Rodgers will provide piano accompaniment.
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LIFE CYCLE EVENTS Mazal Tov To:
BAR & BAT MITZVAH:
Ana Masri and Danny & Talia Masri on the Bat Mitzvah of their
granddaughter and daughter Meirav Masri in Israel.
Dr. Mark & Louisa Benjamin and Marilyn Benjamin on the Bar Mitzvah
of their son and grandson, Samuel Leon Benjamin.
Tom & Shevy Silverberg and Don & Jane Silverberg on the Bar Mitzvah
of their son and grandson, David Jess Silverberg.
BIRTHS:
Jerry & Joan Benstock, Alan & Susie Schwartz and Jeffrey Schwartz & Annie Farr on the birth of their great-granddaughter, granddaughter and daughter, Avery Britton Schwartz.
WEDDINGS:
Larry & Helen Freid on the marriage of their daughter, Audrey to Adam
Tao.
Dr. Harold & Joyce Seder on the marriage of their son, Dr. Stephen Seder
to Rachel Addleman.
Dr. Jeff & Janie Pincus on the marriage of their son, Ben Pincus to
Nicole Fowler.
LIFE CYCLE EVENTS
Looking for a special way to honor your family and friends
who are celebrating a simha?
The TREE OF LIFE is just the answer. What a joy it is for someone to walk into our shul and see a Tribute of their
special birthday, anniversary or wedding.
Does your child or grandchild have a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or special occasion coming up? What a great way to
honor them!
Also makes a great “group gift” for a special occasion. Order forms are in the synagogue office and lobby.
Minimum donation $254.
A Leaf has been dedicated: In Honor of Adele Morris on her 80th Birthday with love, Dear Friends, Nov 1, 2012. Helen Avchen, Lou Bader, Esta Blaxberg, Sandy & Herb Brasch, Elaine & Will Fein, Selma Gaby, Lenny & Millie Gelfond, Lucille Ginsberg, Charlotte & Harold
Goldberg, Dotty Goldblatt, Anita & Arlen Helfand, Susan & Brian Kagan, Helen Kahan, Byron Kolitz & Starr Silver, Mirla Kremer, Marilyn & Morrie LeVine,Carol & Bill Marger, Irma Marlis, Ruth & Lenny Mauer, Irma & Jack Mayer, Robyn Mencher, Elaine & Butch Miller, Vivian Neumann, Adele Post, Laurie & Marc Reiskind, Sandi & Jesse Rodman, Lil Rosen, Rhoda & Michael Ross, Bev & Mort Sherman, Sandy & Mike Slomka, Bonnie Walker, Jayne & Ron Weissman, Claire & Ron Yogman, Rhoda Bader and Livia & Steve Wein.
Thank you to the
following volunteers who assisted with the office work and special mailings over the
past months: Sally Swale, Helen Kahan,
and Marian Lustigman Rooth.
FROM THE MAILBOX
2 Notes From Gail Osnos Family Support Services Coordinator Gulf Coast Jewish Family & Community Services
Dear Rabbi Luski, Michael Grossman, and Members of CBI, Thank you so much for all your help with our successful school supply drive. It has been so successful. This year we have helped so many students in need. Through your generosity you have made it a huge success. Thank you again. Gail Osnos
Dear Congregation Members, Thank you so much for your wonderful non-perishable food donations. You have helped our community so much. You gathered over 780 lbs of food and 150 lbs of clothing. Thank you again for helping our semi-annual food drive a success. Gail Osnos
SAVE THE DATE Mitzvah Men’s Club Shabbat
January 18-19th
Got Shabbat? MAN of the YEAR
Award Dinner
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5 Rhoda & Leonard Bader 5 Dr. Hazel & Dr. Steven Shwer 7 Janet & Ed Shapiro 11 Arlene & Dr. Frank Moss 11 Heather & Steve Craig 12 Jennifer & Ross Levy 18 Charlotte & Harold Goldberg 19 Paula & Steven Dangler 22 Myrna & Larry Irwin 24 Myra & Dr. David H. Gross 24 Nicole & Elan Melamed 25 Margot & Michael Benstock 26 Billie & Morry Bornstein 26 Diane & Arthur Jay 28 Rita & Ben Thomas 30 Gail & Gerald Wiseberg
In Honor of: ________________________________
Check the names of everyone to you would like to send a Mitzvah Gram. Send this form together with your check, minimum $10 donation each, to: Congregation B’nai Israel, 300 58th Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33710 *The minimum donation per acknowledgement is $10. Please print:
Your Name: ______________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________
City, _____________________________Zip: __________________
Telephone: ______________
Join us in wishing Mazal Tov! to members celebrating their birthdays, anniversaries and B’nai Mitzvah. Your good
wishes can be part of their memories, while at the same time, supporting B’nai Israel’s commitment to help our
schools, youth groups and Synagogue through your donations to our Mitzvah Fund.
1 Allison Gordon 1 Gerry Mensh 1 Julie Morris 2 Ronnie Geffon 2 Susie Schwartz 2 Susie van Gelder 3 Charles Given 3 Debbie Blanchard 3 Barbara Rubin 5 Murray Rubin 5 Sharron Scott 5 Dr. Michael Zimmer 6 Maxine Buchholtz 6 Amy Giskin 6 Judy Kaye 7 Jack Mayer 10 Judi Gordon
10 Karen Sher 11 Bill Marger 12 Amy Mendelblatt 13 Jennifer Sternberg 14 Pam Kravitz 16 Pam Askin 16 Reva Pearlstein 16 Selma Rosenberg 17 Dr. Larry Ettinger 18 Vicki Greenfield 18 Aaron Koppel 18 Larry Litt 18 Bev Rafal 19 Janet Augenbraun 20 Jerry Gilbert 21 Ina Sheppard 22 Fred Friedman
22 David Hutman 22 Gila Madjar 23 Dotty Goldblatt 24 Ella Schlanger 24 Dr. Mark Walters 25 Debbie Smalbach 25 Tikva Melamed-Goff 26 Elizabeth Benator 27 Stephanie Adelson 27 Dr. Mark Benjamin 28 Myrna Rubin 29 Sheryl Sutton 30 Joanne Given 31 Dorothy Liss 31 Hannah Ayes
December
“NEW” ANNOUNCING SIMHA SHABBAT Simha Shabbat is a new Shabbat program being initiated to combine our former Anniversary Shabbat and Birthday Shabbat programs into monthly “Simha Shabbat” celebrations. The birthdays and anniversaries of our members will be celebrated each month and provide an opportunity for celebrants to jointly sponsor the Kiddush lunch.
The dates for these monthly Simha Shabbat Celebrations are: December 15,
January 19, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11 and June 8 (June & July observed).
CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY AT SIMHA SHABBAT
SATURDAY, December 15, 2012 9:00 AM
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St. Petersburg Chapter
Come join us! For membership information
please contact:
Rhoda Ross – Membership VP
727-548-5405
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DONATIONS THROUGH OCTOBER 30, 2012
Adult Studies In Memory of
Joan & Phil Redisch Pearl Azneer
Vivian & Ed Lurie David Halprin, Pearl Azneer, Morrie Lurie
Steve & Linda Grau Garry Freid
Lou Bader Max Bader
Adele Morris Laura Luber, Tillie Sakren, Pearl Azneer
Camp Ramah In Honor of
Murray & Myrna Rubin Michael Grossman in support of JWI Programs
Sandy Brasch in support of JWI Programs
Cantor's Fund In Honor of
Steven & Susan LeVine Jennifer & Eric Feld's wedding
Cantor's Fund In Memory of
Laurie & Marc Reiskind Pearl Azneer, Mat Domber
Library Fund In Memory of
Ruth & Leonard Mauer Pearl Azneer
Leslie Kirsner Ben Gallant
Mitzvah Fund In Honor of
Marilyn Benjamin Dr. & Mrs. Bernardo Stein
Livia & Steve Wein Engagement of Justin Sternberg
Helen Kahan to Dianna Mannheim
Jay & Karen Kauffman & Ellen Bernstein
on the birth of their grandson & great
grandson, Reuben Moshe Kauffman
Jane Markowitz Bar Mitzvah of Asher Rose, grandson of
Larry & Vera Green
Millie & Lenny Gelfond Birth of Reuben Moshen Kauffman, grandson
& great grandson of Jay & Karen Kauffman &
Ellen Bernstein
Hatanei Ha Torah Honorees: Susie Berman,
Susie Schwartz, Sheryl Sutton & Janice &
David LeVine
Marilyn Benjamin Simhat Torah Honoree: Sheryl Sutton
Arthur & Bebby Marlin Marriage of Stephen Seder, son of
Harold & Joyce Seder
Beverly Dikman Speedy Recovery - Miriam Tambor
Susie & Alan Schwartz Simhat Torah Honoree: Sheryl Sutton
Marilyn Benjamin Adele Morris
Mitzvah Fund In Memory of
Nancy & Alan Bomstein Pearl Azneer
Marilyn Benjamin Pearl Azneer
Murray Fink Fay Fink
Joan & Jerry Benstock Ruth Sheldon, Ernest Drucker
Dr. Bruce & Marilyn Smith Pearl Azneer
Dean Hershkowitz Al Schneider
Janet Augenbraun Pearl Azneer, David Halprin
Barbara & Jerry Colen Pearl Azneer
Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Hagendorf Sidney L. Greene
Dr. Patricia Cottrille Pearl Azneer
Ina Colen Sidney Colen
Morry & Billie Bornstein Harold Betram Bornstein
Susie & Alan Schwartz David Halprin, Tillie Sakren
Millie & Lenny Gelfond David Halprin
Linda & Jack Goldfarb Tillie Sakren
George & Faina Sakovich Vladimir Sakovich, Elka Kogan
Marilyn Benjamin Tillie Sakren
Ed & Vivian Lurie Tillie Sakren
Dr. Nancy K. Landfish & Helen Landfish
Edward Bailey
Mr. & Mrs. Alan Koenig Max Koenig
Robert Warsaw Ben Warsaw
Yvette Lew & Family Rose Martin Lew
Susie & Alan Schwartz Pearl Azneer
Mindy Siegel Tillie Sakren
Bebby & Arthur Marlin Tillie Sakren
Pauline Rivkind Preschool In Honor of
Myrna & Murray Rubin Rabbi Luski - in support of JWI programs
Pauline Rivkind Preschool In Memory of
Lorraine Denenberg David Halprin
Fred & Mali Feld David Halprin
Julian & Zoe Piper David Halprin
Ed Ginsberg David Halprin
Laurie & Marc Reiskind David Halprin
Sam Nassau David Halprin
Larry, Sheryl & David Halprin
Michaela Feinman
Pearl Brook & Family David Halprin
Jayne & Ron Weissman David Halprin
Carolyn Isakson David Halprin
Mike & Sandy Slomka David Halprin
Arash Kousheshian David Halprin
Dick Jacobson & David Halprin
Marty Jacobson
Murray & Myrna Rubin David Halprin
Prayerbook Fund In Memory of
Joel & Betty Sue Shane Pearl Azneer & David Halprin
Bebby & Arthur Marlin Pearl Azneer
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Rabbi's Fund In Honor of
Phyllis & Sid Werner Simhat Torah Honorees:
Susie Schwartz, Susie Berman
Marilyn Benjamin & Sheryl Sutton
Shirley Sommella Mazal Tov for the Simhat Torah Honorees:
Susie Berman, Susie Schwartz, Sheryl Sutton,
Marilyn Benjamin & Janice & David LeVine
Happy Anniversary to Myrna & Murray Rubin
Michael & Mavis Wallace Happy Birthday to Michael Wallace & Bea Wallace
Harold & Charlotte Goldberg Simhat Torah Honorees:
Marilyn Benjamin & David & Janice LeVine
Sheryl & Robert Sutton Rabbi Luski - in appreciation
Steven & Susan LeVine In appreciation - Jennifer & Eric's Wedding
Rabbi's Fund In Memory of
Marian Lustigman Rooth William Lustigman, Sadie Lustigman, Irvin Levine
Phyllis & Sid Werner David Halprin, Pearl Azneer, Anna Levitt
Shirley Sommella David Halprin
Elaine & Bob Lachter Viola Marx, George Lachter
Barbara & Michael Noonberg Loved ones
Linda S. Goldfarb Michael Maroscia
Susie & Alan Schwartz Eva Hyman
Ed Ginsberg Tillie Sakren
Abe & Rose Luski Pearl Azneer
Joel Shane Morris Shane
Joel Marantz Sam Marantz
Frank & Arlene Moss Pearl Azneer
Jean & Harry Kraff Ethel Florence, Max Florence, Yetta Blum
USY Fund In Honor of
Mavis & Michael Wallace Sandy Brasch, in appreciation
Debbie & Mark Sokolov Simhat Torah Honorees:
David & Janice LeVine, Susie Schwartz,
& Marilyn Benjamin
Linda & Jack Goldfarb Wedding of Eric Feld & Jennifer LeVine
Jayne Weissman Engagement of Justin Sternberg to
Dianna Manheim
Susan & Brian Kagan Simhat Torah Honorees:
David & Janice LeVine
USY Fund In Memory of
Mirla Kremer David Halprin
Beverly & Wendy Levine George Levine, Isidore Levine, Eli Shore
Shoshana Russek David Halprin, Pearl Azneer
Lyn & Ron Jacobs David Halprin
Naomi Berg, Wes Sawyer, David Halprin
Alan Berg, Abbe Berg Siegler
Rita Jacobson Tillie Sakren, Pearl Azneer
Lillian Rosen David Halprin, Pearl Azneer
Jayne Weissman Ernest Drucker, Pearl Azneer, Tillie Sakren
Susan & Brian Kagan Estelle Burke
Adele Morris David Halprin
USY Pilgrimage In Honor of
Shoshana Russek Simhat Torah Honoree: Marilyn Benjamin
USY Pilgrimage In Memory of
Leslie Pearlstein, MD Sylvia & Theodore Pearlstein
Susie & Ira Berman Tillie Sakren
Shelley Lynn Pearl Azneer, Tillie Sakren
Gail S. Warren In Honor of
Legacy for Leadership
Sheryl & Robert Sutton Jennifer Sternberg, in appreciation
Simhat Torah Honorees:
Susie Schwartz, Susie Berman
Marilyn Benjamin
Laurie & Marc Reiskind Simhat Torah Honorees:
David & Janice LeVine, Marilyn Benjamin
Sheryl Sutton
The Reiskind Family Speedy Recovery - Chris Hale
Gail S. Warren In Memory of
Legacy for Leadership
Steve Warren Gail S. Warren
Mavis & Michael Wallace David Halprin, Pearl Azneer, Eva Hyman,
Selma Wallace
Debbie & Mark Sokolov Pearl Azneer, David Halprin
Dr. Stan & Nancy Rosenberg Tillie Sakren, Pearl Azneer
Mike & Sandy Slomka Pearl Azneer
Dr. Stanley Rosenberg Adele Rosenberg
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Susan & Brian Kagan Estelle Burke
Adele Morris David Halprin
USY Pilgrimage In Honor of
Shoshana Russek Simhat Torah Honoree: Marilyn Benjamin
USY Pilgrimage In Memory of
Leslie Pearlstein, MD Sylvia & Theodore Pearlstein
Susie & Ira Berman Tillie Sakren
Shelley Lynn Pearl Azneer, Tillie Sakren
Gail S. Warren In Honor of
Legacy for Leadership
Sheryl & Robert Sutton Jennifer Sternberg, in appreciation
Simhat Torah Honorees:
Susie Schwartz, Susie Berman
Marilyn Benjamin
Laurie & Marc Reiskind Simhat Torah Honorees:
David & Janice LeVine, Marilyn Benjamin
Sheryl Sutton
The Reiskind Family Speedy Recovery - Chris Hale
Gail S. Warren In Memory of
Legacy for Leadership
Steve Warren Gail S. Warren
Mavis & Michael Wallace David Halprin, Pearl Azneer, Eva Hyman,
Selma Wallace
Debbie & Mark Sokolov Pearl Azneer, David Halprin
Dr. Stan & Nancy Rosenberg Tillie Sakren, Pearl Azneer
Mike & Sandy Slomka Pearl Azneer
Dr. Stanley Rosenberg Adele Rosenberg
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